往年英语中考试卷真题

考试时间：120分钟
满分：150分
一、听力理解（30分）
（一）短篇对话（10分）
1. W: Excuse me, could you tell me the way to the nearest bank?
M: Sure. It's about two blocks from here. Turn left at the next corner and then take the second street on the right.
Q: What is the woman looking for?
A. A hotel
B. A restaurant
C. A bank
D. A post office
2. M: How do you like your new job?
W: I like it very much. The people here are friendly and the work is interesting.
Q: What does the woman think about her new job?
A. It is boring.
B. It is interesting.
C. It is difficult.
D. It is too easy.
（二）长对话（10分）
3. M: Hi, Jane. How was your vacation?
W: Hi, Mark. It was great. I went to Paris. I visited the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre, and the Notre-Dame Cathedral.
M: That sounds amazing. Did you take any pictures?
W: Yes, I took a lot of pictures. I even had a chance to ride in a hot air balloon.
Q: What did Jane visit in Paris?
A. The Eiffel Tower, the Louvre, and the Notre-Dame Cathedral.
B. The Eiffel Tower, the Louvre, and the Arc de Triomphe.
C. The Louvre, the Notre-Dame Cathedral, and the Arc de Triomphe.
D. The Eiffel Tower, the Notre-Dame Cathedral, and the Champs-Élysées.
（三）短文理解（10分）
4. Americans have always been known for their love of sports. Football, baseball, basketball, and ice hockey are the most popular sports in the United States. Each year, millions of people attend sports events and watch them on television.
Q: Which of the following is NOT a popular sport in the United States?
A. Football
B. Baseball
C. Soccer
D. Ice hockey
二、阅读理解（40分）
（一）阅读理解（20分）
5. The Internet has become an important part of our lives. It allows us to communicate with friends and family, access information, and even shop online. However, the Internet also has some negative aspects. One of the biggest problems is cyberbullying. Cyberbullying is when someone uses the Internet to harass, threaten, or harm another person.
Q: What is the main idea of the passage?
A. The Internet is a great tool for communication.
B. The Internet has many negative aspects.
C. Cyberbullying is a serious problem.
D. The Internet is a good place to shop.
（二）完形填空（20分）
6. If you are a student, you will probably have to take some tests. Tests can be stressful, but they are also a good way to measure how well you are learning. The key to doing well on a test is to be prepared. Here are some tips for preparing for a test:
a. Review your notes.
b. Practice past tests.
c. Get a good night's sleep.
d. Eat a healthy breakfast.
e. Stay calm.
Choose the best word to complete each sentence.
a. Before the test, I spent a lot of time __________ my notes.
b. I found the past tests very helpful in preparing for the real test.
c. On the day of the test, I made sure to __________ enough sleep the night before.
d. In the morning, I had a __________ breakfast.
e. I took a deep breath and __________ myself to stay calm.
三、写作（30分）
（一）短文写作（20分）
Write a short essay of about 100 words on the following topic: "The Importance of Exercise." You should use your own ideas and experiences and support your argument with examples.
（二）应用文写作（10分）
Write a letter to your friend, John, offering him advice on how to improve his English. You should include suggestions for reading, speaking, and writing practice.。