亳州利辛县2023-2024学年八年级下学期期末考试英语试卷(人教版)

亳州利辛县2023-2024学年八年级下学期期末考试英语试卷
英语(人教版)
注意事项：
1.本试卷共四部分,十大题,满分120分,考试时间共120分钟；
2.本试卷包括“试题卷”和“答题卷”两部分,“试题卷”共8页,“答题卷”共2页。

请务必在“答题卷”上答题,在“试题卷”上答题无效；
3.考试结束后,请将“试题卷”和“答题卷”一并交回。

第一部分听力(共四大题,满分20分)
Ⅰ.短对话理解(共5小题；每小题1分,满分5分)
你将听到五段对话。

每段对话后有一个小题,请在每小题所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出一个最佳选项。

每段对话读两遍。

1.What's the matter with the boy?
2.What does the girl suggest the boy do to relax?
3.What are the speakers mainly talking about?
A.Their weekend plans.
B.Their hobbies.
C.Their favorite singers.
4.What does the girl think of the game?
A.Boring.
B.Exciting.
C.Difficult.
5.What did the girl do last night?
A.She went to a party.
B.She watched TV.
C.She did her homework.
Ⅱ.长对话理解(共5小题；每小题1分,满分5分)
你将听到两段对话。

每段对话后有几个小题,请在每小题所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出一个最佳选项。

每段对话读两遍。

听下面一段对话,回答第6、7题。

6.Which book are they discussing?
A.Treasure Island.
B.Tom Sawyer.
C.Little Women.
7.What does the girl like about the book?
A.The characters.
B.The writer.
C.The words.
听下面一段对话,回答第8至10题。

8.What was the woman doing when the heavy rain started?
A.She was practicing the guitar.
B.She was at the bus stop.
C.She was doing housework.
9.Where was the man when the heavy rain started?
A.In his house.
B.At the bus stop.
C.On his way home.
10.What did the man do after the rain stopped?
A.He went out.
B.He slept.
C.He helped with dinner.
八年级·英语(人教版)第1页共8页 
Ⅲ.短文理解(共5小题；每小题1分,满分5分)
你将听到一篇短文。

短文后有五个小题,请根据短文内容,在每小题所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出一个最佳选项。

短文读两遍。

11.Why do they have the Clean-Up Day event?
A.To have a picnic.
B.To learn about plants.
C.To clean up a park.
12.Who is organizing the event?
A.A group of students.
B.The city government.
C.A volunteer group.
13.How will people learn about the event?
A.From TV.
B.From notices.
C.From emails.
14.When will the event take place(发生)?
A.On a weekend.
B.During the summer.
C.After school.
15.How does the speaker probably feel about the event?
A.Worried.
B.Excited.
C.Bored.
Ⅳ.信息转换(共5小题；每小题1分,满分5分)
你将听到一篇短文。

请根据短文内容,写出下面表格中所缺的单词,每空仅填一词。

短文读两遍。

Famous Places in the USA
Disneyland Anaheim,
California A fun park with exciting_16_,shows.
The Grand Canyon(峡谷)Arizona A very big canyon,famous for its large _17_and colorful rocks.
The Statue(雕像)of Liberty New York City A large statue,a symbol of freedom and _18_.
Hollywood Los Angeles,
California The center of making American_19_.
Yellowstone National Park Wyoming A park famous for its hot springs and animals.Visitors can enjoy hiking, _20_,and watching wildlife.
第二部分语言知识运用(共三大题,满分35分)
V.单项填空(共10小题；每小题1分,满分10分)
从每小题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出一个可以填入空白处的最佳选项。

21.The climbers finally reached the top of the mountain.What a great________!
A.treasure
B.condition
C.achievement
D.silence
22.We should believe in_______and never give up on our dreams,even when things get difficult.
A.we
B.our
D.ourselves
23.I thought the film would be boring,but______it was really interesting.
A.suddenly
pletely
C.actually
D.heavily
24.It's not________to cross the street without looking left and right.
A.safe
B.huge
C.modern
D.deep
25.My house is just______the street from the school.I can walk there in five minutes.
A.against
B.opposite
C.among
D.towards 
26.——Could you please________the toys on the floor before your grandma comes?—OK,I will do it right now.
A.pick up
B.take down
C.make up
D.depend on
27.----What do you like to do in your free time?
—___________I finish my work,I like to relax and sit in the park.
A.While
B.Since
C.Whether
D.Whenever
28.—___________reading the book I lent you last month?
—Not yet.Only a few pages.
A.Do you finish
B.Are you finishing
C.Were you finishing
D.Have you finished
29.—What's the matter with my car?
—Please allow me to__________what happened before you get angry.
A.explain
B.depend
C.invent
D.provide
30.—I lost my friend's favorite book!_________________
—Tell her the truth and say sorry.And buy her a new one if possible.
A.What about you?
B.Lucky you!
C.What should I do?
D.Well done!
Ⅵ.完形填空(共20小题；每小题1分,满分20分)
阅读下列短文,从每小题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。

A
Hey Tina,
How are you doing?I'm writing because I've been feeling a bit stressed lately,31at home and at school.
Things with my family haven't been great.My parents have been32a lot lately,and it's creating a lot of.tension(紧张)at home.It's hard to keep my33on anything else when I'm worried about them.I tried talking to them about it,and while it didn't solve everything,it did help us34a bit better.
School has also been stressful.I have so much homework and35coming up,and I feel like I'm left behind.To finish the homework,I started planning my days better.I write down all my tasks and start with the36ones.
It also helps to take breaks and do things I enjoy,like listening to music or going for a walk. 37things are still a bit hard,I'm learning how to deal with stress better.I38that talking about my problems and asking for help is important.Also,39myself by eating healthy,getting enough sleep, and doing things I enjoy makes a big40.
Anyway,I just wanted to share what's been going on.How are things with you?Write back! Best,
Mike
31.A.either B.neither C.both D.none
32.A.arguing B.researching C.collecting D.checking
33.A.book B.study C.memory D.mind
34.A.lead municate C.cheer D.throw
35.A.teachers B.letters C.exams D.passengers
36.A.important B.fair C.nervous D.wrong
37.A.Because B.While C.Until D.Although
38.A.regarded B.realized C.reminded D.cheered
39.A.taking care of B.giving away ing up with D.fixing up
40.A.difference B.population C.progress D.memory
B
Last week,our town had a big rainstorm.It started on a Saturday afternoon.The sky41dark, and soon,heavy rain was pouring down.I was at home with my family.
My dad and I were watching a soccer game on TV when the rain started.My mom was in the 42,cooking our favorite soup.My little brother,Tim,was playing with his toys in the living room.
The rain got heavier,and soon we43thunder(雷).Tim got scared,so my mom asked me to play with him.We decided to build a big castle(城堡)with his blocks.It was fun,and Tim forgot about the44.
After a while,the power went out.It was dark,but my dad45found some candles and a flashlight.We all sat in the living room,and my dad told us stories46when he was young.My brother and I were47to listen to his adventures.
The rain stopped late at night.The next morning,we saw that the streets were48of leaves and small branches.Our neighbors were already outside,49.We joined them,and everyone helped each other.
Even though the storm was scary,it50our neighborhood together.We all worked as a team, and it felt great to help out.
41.A.turned B.caused C.fixed D.dropped
42.A.bedroom B.shop C.kitchen D.library
43.A.drew B.heard C.sounded D.dreamed
44.A.game B.time C.camera D.storm
45.A.quickly B.mostly C.secondly ually
46.A.from B.about C.during D.through
47.A.sad B.excited C.weak D.honest
48.A.sick B.lonely C.crowed D.full
49.A.cleaning up B.giving up C.getting up D.setting up
50.A.brought B.checked C.marked D.pushed
Ⅶ.补全对话(共5小题；每小题1分,满分5分)
根据对话内容,从方框内的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项,其中有两个为多余选项。

Mom:Emily,could you please clean your room today?
Emily:51_________Because I have a lot of homework.
Mom:Okay.Just remember,your room needs a good cleaning.
Emily:I know,Mom.52_________
Mom:I understand,but could you also clean the table and chairs?
Emily:53_________I also plan to organize my desk and shelves.
Mom:54_________
Emily:Yes,I won't forget to do that.And after cleaning,will you check my room after I'm done? Mom:Sure,I'll do that.55_____________
Emily:Thanks,Mom!That would be awesome(非常棒的).
A.Make sure you don't forget to sweep the floor.
B.School keeps me really busy.
C.If you do a good job,we can go out for a treat.
D.I will do that.
E.I'll need your help in the kitchen,too.
F.Can I do it later?
G.Are you going to tidy up the living room as well?
第三部分阅读(共两节,满分40分)
Ⅶ.阅读理解(共20小题；每小题2分,满分40分)
第一节阅读下列短文,从每小题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出一个最佳选项。

A
Explore Amazing Adventures in Classic Stories!
Qinxue Bookstore is happy to offer three classic books at great prices!
Treasure Island by Robert Louis Stevenson
Price:$8.99Discount(折扣):15%off
Summary(总结):Join young Jim Hawkins on a fun hunt for pirate(海盗)
treasure!This exciting story is full of adventure,danger,and cool characters like
Long John Silver.
Recommendation:Everyone who likes pirates,adventure,and mysteries should read this book! Little Women by Louisa May Alcott
Price:$7.99Discount:20%off
Summary:Follow the story of four sisters—Meg,Jo,Beth,and Amy—as they grow
up during the American Civil War.See the challenges and happy times they face. Recommendation:A warm story about family,friends,and finding your place in life.
Come to Qinxue Bookstore today and start your reading adventure!
The sale ends on October8th,so don't miss out!
56.What need you pay if you buy the book Treasure Island?
A.$8.99.
B.$7.6415.
C.$7.99.
D.$6.392.
57.When does the book sale at Qinxue Bookstore end?
A.October1st.
B.October5th.
C.October8th.
D.October10th.
58.What is the main purpose of this text?
A.To tell people about a bookstore's sale.
B.To share stories about family and friendship.
C.To introduce classic books and encourage people to read.
D.To compare two famous authors and their writing styles.
B
Music is a big part of our lives.Many of us have favorite bands that we love to listen to. Some bands have become very famous and have changed the music world.
The Beatles is a very well-known band.They started in England in the1960s and quickly became popular all over the world.Their songs are easy to remember and have a special style.
Many musicians like their music.The Beatles have made many popular albums(专辑)and have sold millions of records everywhere.People of all ages still love their music today.
Queen is another famous band.They are known for their strong singers,great guitar solos, and exciting shows.Queen has many popular songs that fans still sing today,like“We Are the Champions.”They have travelled to many places to sing for big crowds.
These days,Korean pop groups are also very famous.BTS is a group that many people know. They have very popular music videos and many fans.BTS has also worked with famous artists from other countries.
These are just some examples of famous music bands.Their songs have become classics,and people will enjoy their music for a long time.
59.Where did The Beatles start?
A.America.
B.England.
C.Korea.
D.Japan.
60.How many famous music bands are mentioned in the text?
A.One.
B.Two.
C.Three.
D.Four.
61.What can we infer(推断)from the last paragraph?
A.The music of famous bands lasts a long time.
B.World famous music bands are not many.
C.Any music band could be famous.
D.The music world keeps changing.
62.What is this text mainly about?
A.Different types of music.
B.The history of music.
C.How to become a musician.
D.Famous bands and their influence(影响).
C
Lily came home from school one day,feeling very tired.She saw Buddy,their dog,who was happy to see her and wanted to go for a walk.But Lily just wanted to sit down and relax.
Her brother Sam had just finished his homework and was about to water the plants in the garden.He saw Lily sitting and asked,“Aren't you going to walk Buddy?”
Lily said,“I'm really tired today.Can it wait?”
Sam looked at the sad Buddy and said to Lily,“Okay,but remember,Buddy needs his walk.”
A few days went by,and both Lily and Sam began to miss doing their chores.The house started to look a bit messy,and the garden wasn't as neat as before.
One morning,they both saw how messy things were.Lily said to Sam,“We should do something about this.”
Together,they spent the day cleaning the house and taking care of the garden.Buddy finally got to go for his walk,and the garden looked nice again.
When their parents came home,they were surprised and pleased to see the house looking good.“What made you both decide to do all of this?”they asked.
Lily and Sam looked at each other and smiled.“We realized that if we work together,things get done faster,and it's more fun,”Lily said.
63.What did Buddy want to do when Lily came home?
A.Buddy wanted to eat.
B.Buddy wanted to play with Lily.
C.Buddy wanted to go for a walk.
D.Buddy wanted to sleep.
64.Why did Sam ask Lily if she was going to walk Buddy?
A.Because it was Lily's turn to walk Buddy.
B.Because Sam was too busy to walk Buddy.
C.Because Sam didn't like walking Buddy.
D.Because Sam thought Buddy looked sad.
65.What is the main message of this story?
A.Taking care of a dog is a lot of work.
B.Parents should do the chores for their children.
C.It's important to do your homework before playing..
D.Working together makes work easier and more enjoyable.
D
Being a middle school student can be hard.With homework,exams,and other
activities,you might feel stressed.But there are easy ways to make school days
better.
Plan Your Day
A good plan can help a lot.Write down your homework and activities in a notebook.Put the
most important tasks(任务)first.Don't forget to take short breaks for fun or rest.
Be Active
Exercise is a great way to relax.Play a sport,go for a walk,or just move around.It helps clear your mind and makes you feel good.
Talk to Someone
If you feel too stressed,talk about it.Tell your friends,family,or teachers how you feel.They can give you advice and help you see things differently.
Eat and Sleep Well
Eating healthy food and getting enough sleep are important.Try to avoid too much fast food.
A good night's sleep makes you ready for the next day.
Enjoy Your Time
Make sure you do things you like.Read a book,play games,or work on a hobby.Doing what you love makes you happy and less stressed.
Remember,it's okay to ask for help if you need it.School is about learning and having fun, not just about work.
66.What should you do first when planning your day?
A.Take short breaks.
B.Do the most important tasks.
C.Write down all your activities.
D.Forget about your homework.
67.What does the underlined word“it”in the third paragraph refer to?
A.Playing a sport.
B.Going for a walk.
C.Clearing your mind.
D.Exercise.
68.Which is NOT mentioned as a way to make school days better?
A.Planning your day.
B.Studying all night.
C.Talking to someone.
D.Being active.
69.What would be the best title for this text?
A.The Challenges of School Life
B.How to Be the Best Student
C.Ways to Enjoy Middle School
D.Simple Advice for a Stress-Free School Life
E
In northeastern Africa,the Nile River is the longest river in the world at about6, 650kilometers(4,130miles).It flows northward through eleven countries,including Uganda, Sudan,and Egypt.
Two major rivers,the White Nile and the Blue Nile,join together to form the Nile River.The White Nile starts in Rwanda and flows through Uganda and Sudan.The Blue Nile begins in Ethiopia and brings most of the water to Egypt.
Throughout history,the Nile has played a vital role for ancient civilizations(文明)like the Egyptians.They depended on the river's yearly floods(洪水)to water their crops and keep their way of life.The Egyptians even created their calendar around the flooding cycle.
Today,the Nile River continues to be an important water source(源头)for millions of people in the area.It is also home to many kinds of plant and animal life.
The Nile River is not only the longest river in the world but also one of the most important. Its length,together with its history and importance,makes it a true wonder of nature.
70.Which river provides most of the water for Egypt?
A.The White Nile.
B.The Blue Nile.
C.The Amazon River.
D.The Mississippi River.
71.What does the underlined word“vital”in Paragraph3probably mean?
A.Important.
B.Junior.
C.Weak.
D.Lucky.
72.In which section of a newspaper can we read this text?
A.Sports.
B.Culture.
C.Story.
D.Science.
第二节阅读下面短文,并用英语回答问题(请注意每小题的词数要求)。

F
_____________?I think you may all say“yes”.But maybe no one loves them as much as Joel Sartore.Joel is a photographer(摄影师).He is travelling the world to take pictures of animals.
Joel is working on a project.He is taking photos in different places around the world.He hopes his photos can inspire(激励)people to save animals in danger.“My job is to tell their stories and I hope the world cares about them in time,”he said.
Joel calls his project the Photo Ark.He started the project in2006in his hometown of Nebraska,the US.And he's still working on it.He took his10,000th photo in2020.
Joel puts each animal on a black or white background and then takes photos of them.This
helps people see their true colors and lets people see a little mouse as clearly as a big elephant.
Until now,Joel is still showing his photos around the world and putting them on the Internet, too.He also asks people to buy his photos,give money to the Photo Ark,and support zoos in their cities.
73.Why does Joel take photos of animals around the world?(不超过6个词)
74.What are Joel's animal photos like?(不超过10个词)
75.What would be the proper question in the blank?(不超过5个词)
第四部分写(共两大题,满分25分)
IX.单词拼写(共5小题；每小题1分,满分5分)
根据首字母及汉语提示,完成下列单词的拼写,使句意明确,语言通顺。

76.Many people dream of living a p________(和平的)life in the countryside.
77.The Great Wall of China has stood for c_________(几个世纪).
78.It's important to be honest and never c_________(欺骗)in exams or games.
79.I haven't seen him r__________(最近),I wonder what he's doing.
80.There is a close r___________(关系)between the two sisters;they always support each other.
X.书面表达(共1小题；满分20分)
假如你是李辉,你们班(八年级11班)同学正在组织一次旧物义卖活动,为山区的孩子们筹集资金购买学习用品。

请你用英语写一篇演讲稿,向学校英文广播站投稿,介绍这次活动。

要点如下：
1.短文需包含活动的计划、目的以及你的感受；
2.号召大家积极参与。

注意：
1词数60~80(短文开头已为你写好,不计入总词数)；
2.可适当增加细节,以使行文连贯；
3.文中不得出现真实姓名和校名。

参考词汇:antique sale activity(旧物义卖活动);stationery(文具);mountainous areas(山区) Attention please,everyone!
I'm Li Hui.
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八年级
英语(人教版)
第一部分听力(共四大题,满分20分)
1-20略。

第二部分语言知识运用(共三大题,满分35分)
V.单项填空(共10小题；每小题1分,满分10分)
21-25CDCAB26-30ADDAC
Ⅵ.完形填空(共20小题；每小题1分,满分20分)
31-35CADBC36-40ADBAA
41-45ACBDA46-50BBDA
Ⅶ.补全对话(共5小题；每小题1分,满分5分)
51-55FBDGC
第三部分阅读(共两节,满分40分)
Ⅶ.阅读理解(共20小题；每小题2分,满分40分)
第一节阅读下列短文,从每小题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出一个最佳选项。

56-58BCC59-62BCAD63-65CDD66-69BDBD70-72BA
第二节阅读下面短文,并用英语回答问题(请注意每小题的词数要求)。

73.To inspire people to save animals.
74.He puts each animal on a black or white background.
75.Do you like animals?
第四部分写(共两大题,满分25分)
IX.单词拼写(共5小题；每小题1分,满分5分)
76.peaceful77.centuries78.cheat79.recently80.relationship
X.书面表达(共1小题；满分20分)
略。