初三英语考试题

初三英语考试题
Part I: Listening Comprehension (共25题，每小题1分，共25分)
Section A:
Directions: In this section, you will hear five short conversations. At the end of each conversation, a question will be asked about what was said. Both the conversation and the question will be spoken only once. After each question, there will be a pause. During the pause, you must read the four choices marked A), B), C) and D), and decide which is the best answer. Then mark the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the centre.
1. A. At 9:30. B. At 10:15.
C. At 10:00.
D. At 9:45.
2. A. Library. B. Cinema.
C. Restaurant.
D. Hospital.
3. A. Her sister. B. The teacher.
C. Her brother.
D. The man's sister.
4. A. At a clothing store. B. At a hotel.
C. At a bank.
D. At a restaurant.
5. A. 10 dollars. B. 20 dollars.
C. 30 dollars.
D. 40 dollars.
Section B:
Directions: In this section, you will hear two long conversations. At the end of each conversation, you will hear four questions. Both the conversation and the questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a question, you must choose the best answer from the four choices marked A), B), C) and D). Then mark the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the centre.
Conversation One
Questions 6 to 9 are based on the conversation you have just heard.
6. A. A teacher. B. A student.
C. A parent.
D. A tour guide.
7. A. Italy. B. France.
C. Spain.
D. Germany.
8. A. It's hot in summer and cold in winter.
B. It has a mild climate all year round.
C. It's famous for its beautiful beaches.
D. It's known for its delicious food.
9. A. Visiting historical sites. B. Enjoying delicious food.
C. Going shopping.
D. Going to the beach.
Conversation Two
Questions 10 to 12 are based on the conversation you have just heard.
10. A. At a store. B. At a hotel.
C. At a restaurant.
D. At a cinema.
11. A. Sightseeing. B. Shopping.
C. Eating.
D. Swimming.
12. A. She doesn't have enough money.
B. She doesn't like Italian food.
C. She doesn't have a good appetite.
D. She doesn't want to gain weight.
Section C:
Directions: In this section, you will hear three passages. At the end of each passage, you will hear three or four questions. Both the passage and the questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a question, you must choose the best answer from the four choices marked A), B), C) and D). Then mark the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the centre.
Passage One
Questions 13 to 15 are based on the passage you have just heard.
13. A. The sun. B. The temperature.
C. The wind.
D. The snow.
14. A. Windy. B. Cloudy.
C. Rainy.
D. Sunny.
15. A. Stay indoors. B. Wear warm clothes.
C. Take an umbrella.
D. Bring a spare tire.
Passage Two
Questions 16 to 18 are based on the passage you have just heard.
16. A. At a music concert. B. At a party.
C. At a theme park.
D. At a zoo.
17. A. 10 dollars. B. 20 dollars.
C. 30 dollars.
D. 40 dollars.
18. A. The dolphin show. B. The monkey show.
C. The lion show.
D. The tiger show.
Passage Three
Questions 19 to 21 are based on the passage you have just heard.
19. A. A supermarket. B. A bakery.
C. A bookstore.
D. A clothing store.
20. A. Read books. B. Learn to bake.
C. Take knitting classes.
D. Join a book club.
21. A. Distance learning enables people to learn new skills at any time and from anywhere.
B. Distance learning can provide opportunities for people to make new friends.
C. Distance learning courses are more affordable compared to traditional classes.
D. Distance learning provides a flexible learning schedule for students.
Part II: Reading Comprehension (共20题，每小题2分，共40分)
Section A
Directions: In this section, there are four passages followed by questions or incomplete statements. For each of them, there are four choices marked A), B), C) and D). You should decide on the best choice and mark the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the centre.
Passage One
Questions 22 to 25 are based on the passage you have just heard.
22. A. Many students dream of becoming astronauts.
B. The young generation is more interested in space exploration.
C. China's space industry is attracting global attention.
D. It is important to promote scientific exploration.
23. A. The importance of innovative thinking.
B. The significance of space exploration.
C. The future of China's space industry.
D. The challenges facing young people.
24. A. Raising awareness of space travel among young people.
B. Encouraging them to pursue a career in the space industry.
C. Cultivating their interest in scientific research.
D. Providing support for future space missions.
25. A. Creating a professional astronaut training program.
B. Establishing more space research institutions.
C. Hosting international space conferences.
D. Strengthening international cooperation in space technology.
Section B
Directions: In this section, you are going to read a passage with ten statements attached to it. Each statement contains information given in one of the paragraphs. Identify the paragraph from which the information is derived. You may choose a paragraph more than once. Each paragraph is marked with a letter, simply write the letter of the appropriate paragraph on the Answer Sheet.
What do you do at a sleepover? Many young children gather as a group to play games, watch movies, eat popcorn, and enjoy each other’s company. As they get older, sleepovers are often associated with staying up late,
sharing secrets, and talking about crushes or future plans. However, today’s teenagers are experiencing a new kind of sleepover—one that is highly educational.
Paragraph A
Experts in the field of astrophysics host "cosmic sleepovers" at the American Museum of Natural History (AMNH) in New York City. These events give teenagers the opportunity to spend a night exploring the mysteries of the universe and rubbing shoulders with real scientists.
Paragraph B
One particular event began on a Friday night with a wind-whipped journey across the Hudson River on ferries to the Dark Sky Observatory at Trailside Museums and Zoo. Forty 13- to 18-year-olds were set to take part in the Cosmic Sleepover.
Paragraph C
"Tonight they will be encouraged to not only observe the cosmos but also record the meteorological data," said Charles Trautwein, a teacher from the Town of Wallkill School District in Orange County.
Paragraph D
There are little details provided for the first part of the adventure. “We can’t tell you everything,” Trautwein said. “But we can tell you that there’s other mysterious science-rel ated stuff.”
Paragraph E
“The weather may be good, but the visibility is bad,” lamented a teenager as Venus flickered in and out of view overhead.
Paragraph F
Anne Gosliner and Scott Block, astrophysicists who both hold a co-host role in the sleepovers, met at graduate school and have since married.
Paragraph G
The cosmic sleepovers have hit upon a unique combination of tenets—an open science night, a sleepover, and a chance for high school students to meet living role models.
Paragraph H
"Students do much better when they get to actually interact with professional scientists rather than simply reading about them. That's why we make almost all of our public programs at AMNH hands-on," said an AMNH spokesperson.
Paragraph I
The sleepovers evolved from regular educational programs at the museum. Nancy L. Trautwein, director of the student sleepovers, decided the next logical step was to offer not only the museum visit but an overnight event as well.
Paragraph J
Being able to stay with experts in the field “gives [students] a real narrative. It gives them a rich and exciting story to attach everything to that they’ve learned,” said Block.
26. You can rub shoulders with astrophysicists at cosmic sleepovers at AMNH.
27. Sleepovers at the museum evolved from regular educational programs.
28. The teenage participants would record meteorological data during the night.
29. A couple who co-host the sleepovers met while studying astrophysics.
30. The sleepovers combine scientific exploration with the chance to meet role models.
Section C
Directions: There are 2 passages in this section. Each passage is followed by some questions or unfinished statements. For each of them, there are four choices marked A), B), C) and D). You should decide on the best choice and mark the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the centre.
Passage One
In recent years, the number of people diagnosed with autism has been increasing. Autism is a complex neurodevelopmental disorder that affects a person's social interaction, communication, interests, and behavior. It can vary from mild to severe and occurs in all ethnic, social, and economic groups. The causes of autism are still unclear, but both genetic and environmental factors are believed to play a role.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, in the United States, about 1 in 68 children has been identified with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Boys are four to five times more likely to be diagnosed with ASD than girls.
While there is no cure for autism, early intervention and appropriate educational programs can make a significant difference in the lives of those affected. Individuals with autism may have strengths in areas such as music, math, art, or memory, and can contribute to society in their own unique ways.
31. Autism primarily affects a person's _____.
32. What is one possible factor contributing to the increasing number of autism diagnoses?
33. How many children in the United States have been identified with autism spectrum disorder?
34. What can make a significant difference in the lives of individuals with autism?
35. Individuals with autism may have strengths in areas such as _____.
Passage Two
The history of currency can be traced back thousands of years. It initially appeared in the form of shells, beads, and other natural items that were used for trading. The development of a standardized currency system began with the introduction of coins made of precious metals, such as gold and silver, which were more easily recognized and accepted.
As societies evolved, paper money was introduced to replace the need for carrying heavy coins. The first known use of paper money occurred in China during the Tang Dynasty in the 7th century. The modern system of banknotes, commonly used today, originated in Sweden in the 17th century.
With the advancement of technology, electronic forms of payment have become increasingly popular. Credit cards, debit cards, and digital currencies, such as Bitcoin, are now widely used for transactions, offering convenience and efficiency.
36. Shells and beads were initially used as _______________.
37. The first known use of paper money happened during the
________________________.
38. Electronic forms of payment have become popular due to their
_______________.
39. Precious metals were introduced as coins to
___________________________________.
40. The use of banknotes originated in
____________________________.
Part III: Writing (共1题，共25分)
Writing
Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write a composition on the topic "The Importance of Learning English". You should write at least 120 words, and base your composition on the outline (given in Chinese) below:
1. 英语是一门国际语言，具有广泛的应用。

2. 学好英语有利于我们在各个方面都能取得更好的发展。

3. 考试时，英语成绩也是我们升学和求职的重要指标之一。

4. 在学习英语过程中，我们应该注重培养口语、听力和写作能力。

5. 总结感言。

注意：词数要求为120左右，文章开头已为你写好，不计入总词数。

The Importance of Learning English
English is an international language and widely used in many aspects of our daily lives. ------------------------------------------------------
以上文本是一个英语初三考试题的范例，文章涉及听力理解、阅读
理解和写作等部分。

希望对你有所帮助。