2025年云南省昆明市初二上学期英语试题与参考答案

2025年云南省昆明市英语初二上学期复习试题与参考
答案
一、听力部分（本大题有20小题，每小题1分，共20分）
1.Listen to the recording and choose the correct answer to the question.
Question: What time does the train leave for London?
A)8:30 a.m.
B)9:15 a.m.
C)10:00 a.m.
Answer: A) 8:30 a.m.
Explanation: The recording states clearly that the train to London departs at 8:30 a.m. The listener should be able to identify this information from the given options.
2.Listen to the dialogue and fill in the blank with the missing word.
Woman: Hi, could you tell me where the nearest post office is?
Man: Sure, it’s just down the street on the right, next to the _____.
Blank: ________________
Answer: Blank: “supermarket”
Explanation: In the dialogue, the man informs the woman that the post office is located next to a supermarket, which is the missing word that completes the sentence.
3、Listen to the following dialogue and choose the correct answer. (Listen to the audio clip provided by your teacher or in the exam hall.) Dialogue:
A: “What time is it now?”
B: “It’s 8:15. You should hurry up if you don’t want to be late for class.”
Options:
A) It’s 8:00.
B) It’s 8:15.
C) It’s 7:45.
D) It’s 9:00.
Answer: B) It’s 8:15.
Explanation:
The dialogue clearly states that the current time is 8:15. The person being asked about the time mentions this directly in their response, making option B the correct answer.
4、Listen to the short passage and answer the question. (Again, listen to the audio provided.)
Passage:
“In many parts of the world, people celebrate Earth Day by p lanting trees, cleaning up local parks, and learning more about ways to protect our environment. This year, our school will join hands with the local community to plant 100 new trees around the city park.”
Question:
How many trees does the school plan to plant with the community?
Options:
A) 50 trees.
B) 100 trees.
C) 150 trees.
D) 200 trees.
Answer: B) 100 trees.
Explanation:
The passage specifically mentions that the school plans to plant 100 new trees in cooperation with the local community. Therefore, the correct answer is option B, as it directly matches the information given in the passage.
5、What does the man say about the weather this weekend?
A. It will be sunny and warm.
B. It will rain all weekend.
C. It will be cold and windy.
Answer: A. It will be sunny and warm.
Explanation: In the conversation, the man mentions, “The forecast says it’s going to be a sunny weekend with temperatures around 25 degrees Celsius,” which indicates that the weather will be sunny and warm.
6、Why does the woman want to change her flight?
A. She has to attend a meeting.
B. She doesn’t feel well.
C. The original flight is fully booked.
Answer: B. She doesn’t feel well.
Explanation: The woman expresses her concern about her health, saying, “I’m feeling a b it under the weather, so I think I should change my flight to avoid catching a cold.” This suggests that she wants to change her flight due to feeling unwell.
7、What activity does Tom suggest doing on Saturday?
•A) Going to the movies
•B) Playing basketball
•C) Studying together
Answer: B) Playing basketball
Explanation: In the conversation, Tom mentions that he would like to play basketball on Saturday since there’s a free court at the park. He specifically says, “How about we hit the park and play some basketball? They’ve opened up
a new court.”
8、What time do they agree to meet?
•A) 10:00 AM
•B) 2:00 PM
•C) 4:00 PM
Answer: B) 2:00 PM
Explanation: During the discussion about the timing, Jane suggests meeting in the afternoon because she has some errands to run in the morning. Tom then
confirms, “Sounds good, let’s say 2 PM then?”
This section assumes that students have already listened to the provided audio clip containing the dialogue between Tom and Jane. The questions are designed to test comprehension of spoken English as well as the ability to extract specific details from a conversation.
9.You are listening to a conversation between a teacher and a student.
Teacher: “How was your weekend, Tom?”
Student: “It was great, thank you. I went to the park with my family and we had a picnic.”
Teacher: “That sounds fun! Did you do anything else special?”
Student: “Yes, I also played soccer with my friends after the picnic.”
Question: What did Tom do after the picnic?
A) He went to the beach
B) He played soccer with his friends
C) He went shopping
D) He watched a movie
Answer: B
Explanation: In the conversation, Tom says that he played soccer with his friends after the picnic, so the correct answer is B.
10.You are listening to a radio report.
Report: “A new museum is set to open next month in the city center. The museum will feature a variety of art exhibits and historical artifacts. It is
expected to attract thousands of visitors from all over the country.”
Question: What will be in the new museum?
A) Only historical artifacts
B) Only art exhibits
C) A combination of art exhibits and historical artifacts
D) Only local artists’ works
Answer: C
Explanation: The radio report states that the new museum will feature a variety of art exhibits and historical artifacts, so the correct answer is C.
11、What are the two friends planning to do on Saturday?
A)Go to the movies
B)Visit a museum
C)Have a picnic in the park
Answer: C) Have a picnic in the park.
Explanation: In the conversation, one friend suggests going to the movies, but the other friend mentions that the weather forecast predicts sunny weather and suggests having a picnic instead. They both agree on the picnic plan.
12、What time have they decided to meet?
A)10:00 AM
B)12:00 PM (noon)
C)2:00 PM
Answer: A) 10:00 AM.
Explanation: During the discussion, one of the friends proposes meeting at
noon, but the other friend prefers an earlier time so they can enjoy the morning sun and have more time to relax. They finally decide to meet at 10:00 AM.
13.You are listening to a conversation between two students in a library.
A. The students are discussing a book they both enjoyed.
B. The students are planning to study together.
C. The students are trying to find a quiet place to study.
D. The students are discussing their summer vacation plans.
Answer: C
Explanation: The conversation includes the students talking about how loud the library is and how they need to find a quieter area to study, indicating that they are trying to find a quiet place to study.
14.You are listening to a news report on a local radio station.
A. A new shopping mall is being built in the city.
B. A famous musician is performing in the city next month.
C. The city is hosting a major sports event.
D. The local government is implementing a new environmental policy.
Answer: A
Explanation: The news report mentions the groundbreaking ceremony for a new shopping mall and includes details about the construction, confirming that a new shopping mall is being built in the city.
15、What is the speaker’s favorite season and why?
A. Summer, because it’s sunny and warm.
B. Autumn, because the leaves are beautiful.
C. Winter, because it’s snowy and fun.
D. Spring, because it’s full of flowers.
Answer: B
Explanation: The speaker says, “My favorite season is autumn. The leaves turn beautiful colors, and it’s not too hot or too cold.”
16、Where does the conversation take place?
A. At a library.
B. At a museum.
C. At a school.
D. At a bookstore.
Answer: C
Explanation: The speakers discuss their school schedules and homework, indicating that the conversation is taking place at a school.
17.You are listening to a conversation between two students, Tom and Jane. They are discussing their summer vacation plans. Listen to the conversation and answer the following question:
What is Tom planning to do during his summer vacation?
A. Visit his grandparents.
B. Go on a camping trip.
C. Learn to play the guitar.
Answer: B
Explanation: In the conversation, Tom mentions that he wants to go on a camping trip with his friends during his summer vacation. Therefore, the correct answer is B.
18.Listen to a short dialogue between a teacher and a student about a school project. Answer the following question:
What is the teacher asking the student to do?
A. Finish the project by next Monday.
B. Present the project in front of the class.
C. Work on the project with a partner.
Answer: C
Explanation: The teacher asks the student if they can work on the project with a partner to make it more manageable. Therefore, the correct answer is C.
19.You hear a conversation between two students in the library. The question is about the book they are discussing.
Question: What book is the girl reading according to the conversation?
A. “To Kill a Mockingbird”
B. “The Great Gatsby”
C. “1984”
D. “Pride and Prejudice”
Answer: C
Explanation: The girl mentions that she is reading about a dystopian society, which directly refers to the book “1984” by George Orwell.
20.You listen to a teacher explaining the importance of using a dictionary during English studies.
Question: According to the teacher, which of the following is NOT an advantage of using a dictionary?
A. Helps to understand new words.
B. Improves vocabulary.
C. Saves time by not looking up words online.
D. Enhances reading skills.
Answer: C
Explanation: While using a dictionary does help save time in the long run by building a strong vocabulary, it is not directly stated as an advantage in the context of the conversation. The other options are clearly advantages mentioned by the teacher.
二、阅读理解（30分）
Reading Comprehension
Passage:
In the small town of Maplewood, there lived a young girl named Lily. Lily was known throughout the town for her love of reading and her talent for storytelling. Every weekend, she would visit the local library, where she would spend hours buried in a book. It was during one of her visits that she stumbled upon a mysterious book titled “The Whispering Woods”. The cov er was adorned
with an eerie forest scene, and the pages were filled with strange symbols and cryptic messages.
Determined to uncover the secrets hidden within the book, Lily began to read it every night. As she delved deeper into the story, she found herself transported into a magical world filled with fantastical creatures and hidden realms. The book spoke of an ancient tree that held the key to a powerful force known as the “Whispering Wind”. It was said that those who could control the Whispering Wind would have the power to shape the very fabric of reality.
One day, Lily decided to venture into the Whispering Woods, which were located at the edge of Maplewood. She had no idea what to expect, but she was filled with a sense of adventure and curiosity. As she walked through the dense forest, she heard strange whispers in the wind and felt a strange energy surrounding her. She knew that she was on the right path.
Question:
1.What did Lily find in the local library that sparked her curiosity?
A) A map of the Whispering Woods
B) A mysterious book titled “The Whispering Woods”
C) A collection of fairy tales
D) A book about local history
2.What is the “Whispering Wind” described as in the book?
A) A magical creature
B) A powerful force that can shape reality
C) A mythical character
D) A natural phenomenon
3.What did Lily do to prepare for her journey into the Whispering Woods?
A) She practiced storytelling
B) She asked the librarian for advice
C) She read the book every night
D) She gathered a group of friends
Answers:
1.B) A mysterious book titled “The Whispering Woods”
2.B) A powerful force that can shape reality
3.C) She read the book every night
三、完型填空（15分）
Section 3: Cloze
Read the following passage and choose the best word for each blank from the options given below. Write the letter of the correct answer in the blanks.
In the small village of Greenwood, there was once a [1] old man named Mr. Brown. He was known for his [2] kindness and helpful nature. Every morning, Mr. Brown would walk to the [3] market to buy fresh produce for the village.
One day, while he was at the market, he noticed a young girl named Lily who was [4] her money. Mr. Brown, without a second thought, [5] her the money she needed. Lily was so grateful that she promised to pay him back as soon as she could.
1.A) handsome
B) wise
C) kind
D) famous
E) poor
2.A) constant
B) generous
C) strict
D) lazy
E) stubborn
3.A) local
B) nearby
C) central
D) international
E) main
4.A) saving
B) spending
C) earning
D) borrowing
E) losing
5.A) lent
B) borrowed
C) gave
D) returned
E) kept
Answers:
1.B) wise
2.B) generous
3.A) local
4.E) losing
5.C) gave
四、语法填空题（本大题有10小题，每小题1分，共10分）
1、I was really surprised________my mother had won the award.
A. when
B. because
C. that
D. which
Answer: A
Explanation: The correct answer is “when” because it indicates a specific moment in time when the surprise occurred. The sentence is describing an unexpected event that took place at a particular time, making “when” the appropriate choice for a time conjunction.
2、She________the book for two hours when I saw her.
A. has read
B. had read
C. reads
D. will read
Answer: B
Explanation: The correct answer is “had read” because it indicates an action that had been completed before the time when the speaker saw her. The past perfect
tense is used here to show that the action of reading the book finished before the past simple action of seeing her.
3.In the___________past, people used to___________horses for transportation.
A.recent; ride
B.recent; driving
st; ride
st; drive
Answer: A
Explanation: The correct answer is “recent” because it refers to a time period that is not too long ago. “Ride” is the correct verb form to indicate the activity of using horses as transportation.
4.If you___________your homework on time, you___________better marks in your exams.
A.finish; will get
B.finished; get
C.finish; gets
D.finished; will get
Answer: A
Explanation: The correct answer is “finish” in the first blank because it is used in the conditional structure “if…you…”. “Will get” is the correct form for the second blank to indicate a future result based on the condition.
5.In the___________(5)___________, the students were asked to write a short essay about their favorite book.
A. event
B. occasion
C. time
D. moment
Answer: B. occasion
Explanation: The correct answer is “occasion” because it refers to a specific time for a particular event or activity, which fits the context of an assignment given to students.
6.She___________(6)___________the test, but unfortunately, she didn’t pass it.
A. took
B. had taken
C. was taking
D. has taken
Answer: A. took
Explanation: The correct answer is “took” because the sentence describes a past event that has already occurred. The simple past tense is used to describe completed actions in the past.
7.The___________(be) of the library is usually very quiet on weekends.
Answer: is
Explanation: The correct form of the verb “to be” to use in this sentence is “is” because it is referring to the state or condition of the library, which is singular.
8.By___________(arrive) at the airport early, you can ensure a smooth check-in process.
Answer: arriving
Explanation: The correct form of the verb “to arrive” to use in this sentence is “arriving” because it is used as a gerund, which is a verb form that functions as a noun, describing the action of arriving as a means to ensure a smooth check-in process.
9.The movie,___________received many awards, is highly recommended for its excellent script and performances.
A. which
B. that
C. it
D. one
Answer: A
Explanation: The correct answer is “which” because it is used to introduce a non-restrictive relative clause that provides additional information about the movie. The clause “received many awards” adds extra information about the movie but is not essential to the mea ning of the sentence. “That” is used for restrictive relative clauses, “it” and “one” do not fit the context of
introducing a relative clause about the movie.
10.By the time he graduated,___________had already published three novels.
A. he
B. which
C. them
D. himself
Answer: A
Explanation: The correct answer is “he” because the sentence is talking about the subject “he” and the action of publishing novels. “He” is the pronoun that refers back to the subject of the sentence, while “which,” “them,” and “himself” are not appropriate in this context. “Which” would be used
if the sentence were introducing a non-restrictive relative clause, “them” is a plural pronoun, and “himself” is reflexive, which is not needed here.
五、简答题（本大题有5小题，每小题2分，共10分）
1、What are the main differences between a singular noun and a plural noun in English grammar?
Answer:
1.A singular noun refers to one person, place, thing, or idea, whereas a plural noun
refers to more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
2.Singular nouns do not end in “s” or “es” unless they are irregular, while plural nouns typically add “s” or “es” to the singular form.
3.Singular nouns use articles like “a” or “the,” while plural nouns use articles like “some,” “any,” “these,” “those,” “few,” “several,” “most,” “all,” “both,” “neither,” and “none.”
4.Singular nouns do not change in form when used in the possessive case, while plural nouns add “’s” or “es” after the noun to indicate possession.
Explanation:
This question tests the students’ understanding of the basic r ules and differences between singular and plural nouns in English. The answer covers the key aspects that distinguish singular from plural nouns, including their use with articles, their endings, and their possessive forms.
3、What are the main differences between present perfect tense and present perfect continuous tense?
答案：The main differences between present perfect tense and present perfect continuous tense are as follows:
1.The present perfect tense is used to describe actions that have been completed at an unspecified time in the past, without indicating a duration. It often focuses on the result or the state.
2.The present perfect continuous tense is used to describe actions that started in the past and are still continuing at the present or may continue in the future. It emphasizes the duration of the action.
解析：This question tests the understanding of the differences between two tenses. The present perfect tense and present perfect continuous tense have different uses and focuses. The present perfect tense is used to indicate past
actions with no specific time, while the present perfect continuous tense emphasizes the duration of the action.
4、How can you use the phrase “in order to” in a sentence?
答案：You can use the phrase “in order to” in a sentence to express the purpose or reason for doing something. Here’s an example:
“In order to improve my English, I decided to study abroad.”
解析：This question tests the ability to use the phrase “in order to” correctly. The phrase is used to show the purpose or reason for an action, and it is commonly placed at the beginning or end of a sentence. In the example provided, “in order to improve my English” indicates the reason for studying abroad.
5.What are the main differences between the present perfect tense and the past perfect tense?
Answer:
1.The present perfect tense is used to describe actions that started in the past and continue to the present or have a present result. It doesn’t focus on the exact time of the action. For example, “I have finished my homework.”
2.The past perfect tense is used to describe actions that happened before another past action. It focuses on the order of actions. For example, “I had finished my homework before the bell rang.”
Explanation:
The present perfect tense is formed by comb ining the auxiliary verb “have” or “has” with the past participle of the main verb. It is used to express
actions that have a present connection or result. On the other hand, the past perfect tense is formed by combining the auxiliary verb “had” with the p ast participle of the main verb. It is used to indicate that an action was completed before another past action. Understanding the differences between these tenses is essential for proper sentence construction and communication.
六、书面表达题（15分）
Question:
Write an essay of about 100 words to describe your favorite holiday and explain why it is your favorite. You should include the following points:
1.The name of the holiday and when it is celebrated.
2.The customs and activities associated with this holiday.
3.Why you think it is your favorite holiday.
Answer:
My favorite holiday is Christmas, which is celebrated on December 25th. Christmas is a time for family, joy, and giving. People decorate their homes with trees, lights, and ornaments. They exchange gifts, have festive meals, and attend church services. I love Christmas because it brings everyone together and spreads a sense of warmth and happiness. The customs and activities associated with Christmas, such as caroling, gift-giving, and enjoying delicious treats, make it a truly magical time.
Explanation:
This essay effectively describes the favorite holiday, Christmas, and provides a clear explanation of why it is the writer’s favorite. The essay includes all the required points: the name of the holiday and when it is celebrated, the customs and activities associated with the holiday, and a personal reason for the writer’s preference. The language used is simple and clear, making the essay easy to read and understand.。