仙桃2024-2025学年第二学期期末教学质量检测试题(卷)初一英语

1、你在会上说得太快了，以至于我几乎跟不上。

____________________

2、When Mr Jiang ________ home ________ work, his flat would be as good as new.

A．returns back; from

B．returns to; at

C．returned; from

D．returned to; at

3、_______ good news! Israel Institute of Technology in Shantou University will accept new students later this year.

A. What   B. How   C. What a   D. How a

4、---Can you tell me how to put together the bookcase?

---It's easy. Just follow the _____________.

A．introductions

B．instructions

C．instruments

D．interviews

5、He came______ late. So he only had_____ bread.

A. a bit; a bit   B. a bit of; a bit of

C. a bit; a bit of   D. a bit; a bit

6、The book was________interesting________I________wanted to read it again．

A．such；that

B．so；that

C．too；to

D．not；but

7、   black clouds in the sky! I think it’s going to rain.

A. What   B. What a   C. How   D. How a

8、—Do you remember the special flag-raising ceremony held ________ March 2nd?

—Certainly. When watching the national flag rising, I believed we could beat the disease.

A．on

B．in

C．at

9、—Nowdays lots of products from China are very popular in the world?

—Yeah! Many people can hardly avoid ________ products made in china.

A. to buy B. buying C. bought D. buy

10、________ important air is! Without it, no living things can live on the earth at all.

A．What

B．How

C．What a

11、——Can you come to my birthday party, Lily?

——If Jack does, ____.

A. so do I.   B. so I do.   C. so will I.

12、— When ________ you ________， Nancy?

— I’m not sure. There is a lot of traffic on the road today.

A. have； arrived   B. did， arrive

C. do， arrive   D. will， arrive

13、— How can I get more information about your activity?

— You can visit our________www.tdxx.com.

A.hometown B.website C.society

14、In China, red is the ________ of luck and happiness.

A. name B. show C. nature D. symbol

15、—The first aircraft carrier(航母)made in China has hit the water.

—Really? ________ exciting news!

A.What B.How C.What an D.How an

16、I finished my English homework an hour ago, but I________ chemistry yet.

A．don’t finish

B．haven’t finished

C．didn’t finish

D．won’t finish

17、—Have you read the story Hamlet?

—Of course. It is a famous tragedy ________by Shakespeare.

A．write

B．writing

C．to write

D．written

18、—Look, Betty’s skiing so fast !

—________You know, her legs were once broken.

A．It’s hard to believe!

B．Don’t mention it.

C．It’s hard to say.

D．I’m sorry to hear that.

19、By the time he ______ at the railway station, the train ______.

A．had arrived; had left

B．arrived; had left

C．arrived; left

D．arrived; has left

20、—How’s it going, Alan?

—________.

A．Long time no see

B．I’m drawing a picture

C．It’s going to rain

D．Pretty good

21、—Excuse me，is this the right way to No.1 Middle School?

—Sorry，I’m not sure．But it________be．

A．can

B．need

C．must

D．might

22、动词填空  用括号内所给动词的适当形式填空。

【1】We don’t know what _______(happen) in twenty years. The only thing we can do now is to try our best.

【2】He _____(not attend) the meeting because he was ill.

【3】No matter how nice the fruit ______(smell), I prefer not to eat it.

【4】---Did you hear what I said, Andy?

---Sorry, I ________(think) about something else. I didn’t quite catch it.

【5】You needn’t prepare the report for him as he ________(write) it himself. It’s right in his pocket.

【6】______(step) on the grass isn’t allowed here. Can’t you see the sign over there?

【7】These kinds of flowers are beautiful,but very difficult _______（plant）indeed.

【8】It’s a fact that the elderly _________(take) good care of in the home of the elderly.

23、补全对话。

A: Hi, Sarah! You look a little upset. 【1】?

B: I didn’t pass the English exam again.

A: I’m sorry to hear that. But don’t give up, please.

B: Well, maybe my way of learning is wrong.

A: 【2】?

B: I learn it mainly by doing exercises.

A: You’re supposed to read more besides doing exercises.

B: Perhaps you are right. 【3】.

A: Do you take notes in English class?

B: Never! I just listen to what the teacher says. 【4】?

A: I don’t think that is a good way. You should write down the important points that the teacher tells you in class and review them as often as you can after class.

B: OK. I’ll do as you tell me.

A: I hope my advice can help you. Good luck!

B: 【5】.

A: You’re welcome.

24、Rock and roll music developed in the United States in the early nineteen-fifties. It was based on the music called rhythm and blues that was performed by African American musicians.

Early rock and roll singers developed their own kinds of music. Elvis Presley, Chuck Berry, the Beach Boys, and Bob Dylan were the most popular rock and roll musicians in the early 1960’s. All were American. Then, in 1964, a new rock and roll group from England invaded America: the Beatles.

Some people say the Beatles’ music shook America like an earthquake. The Beatles changed rock and roll forever. Their early songs were influenced by American rock and roll musicians, including Chuck Berry. But the Beatles looked different and sounded different from any musical group before them.

The Beatles released their first album in the United States in 1964, when all of the top five records in America were by the Beatles. In 1967, they released an album called “Sergeant Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band.” It was one of the first “concept” albums. That is, all the songs were linked by a common story or idea.

The popularity of the Beatles led the way for more rock and roll bands from England to become popular in America. The Rolling Stones was the most important of these bands. The Rolling Stones is one of the few groups from the 1960’s that is still performing and recording today. In 1965, the group recorded one of its most famous songs, “Satisfaction”.

The musical instrument most linked to rock and roll is the guitar. Experts say Jimi Hendrix was one of the most influential guitar players in rock and roll during the late 1960’s. His “Purple Haze” was liked by many people.

By the 1970’s, rock and roll music became known as rock music. It expanded into many new forms. For example, there was country rock, hard rock, acid rock, and heavy metal rock. Punk rock, jazz rock, and glitter rock.

In the middle 1970’s, experts say rock music regained some of the energy of early rock and roll. Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band became popular with their album “Born to Run”. Springsteen’s music was like the lively rock and roll music of the early nineteen-sixties. Many of his songs were about social issues. He sang about the effects of unemployment and the war in Vietnam.

【1】The main topic of this passage is _______.

A．the history of American music

B．the famous rock and roll groups

C．the new forms of rock and roll music

D．the development of rock and roll music

【2】Which of the following matches is NOT true?

A．the Beatles — Chuck Berry

B．the Rolling Stones — Satisfaction

C．Jimi Hendrix — Purple Haze

D．Bruce Springsteen — Born to Run

【3】Whose songs were mainly about social problems like unemployment and war?

A．Elvis Presley’s.  B．Bob Dylan’s.

C．Jimi Hendrix’s.   D．Springsteen’s.

【4】From the passage, we can know that _______.

A．one of the Rolling Stones’ albums was called “concept”

B．rock and roll music had many different forms at the beginning

C．rock and roll music probably came from African American music

D．the Beatles and the Rolling Stones became popular at the same time

25、You either have it, or you don’t－a sense of direction. But why is it that some people could find their way across the Sahara without a map while others can lose themselves in the next street?

Scientists say we’re all born with a sense of direction, but it is not properly understood how it works. One theory is that people with a good sense of direction have simply worked harder at developing it. Research being carried out at Liverpool University supports this idea and suggests that if we don’t use it, we lose it.

“Children as young as seven have the ability to find their way around,” says Jim Martland, research director of the project. “However, if they are not allowed out alone or are taken everywhere by car, they never develop the skills.”

Jim Martland also emphasizes that young people should be taught certain skills to improve their sense of direction. He makes the following suggestions:

If you are using a map, turn it so that it relates to(与……有联系) the way you are facing.

If you leave your bike in a strange place, put it near something like a big stone or a tree－something easy to recognize. Note landmarks on the route as you go away from your bike. When you return, go back along the same route.

Simplify(简化) the way for finding your direction by using lines such as streets in a town, streams, or wells in the countryside to guide you. Count your steps so that you know how far you have gone and note any landmarks such as towerblocks or hills which can help to find out where you are.

Now you will never get lost again!

【1】Children have the ability to find the way around when they are ______years old.

A. 5   B. 6   C. 7   D. 8

【2】Which of the following things cannot be used as landmarks?

A. Tower blocks.   B. Hills.   C. Wells.   D. Bikes.

【3】What does the underlined word “emphasize” mean in the passage?

A. To give special importance to something.

B. To express thanks for somebody.

C. To understand or become aware of a fact.

D. To admire somebody.

【4】Scientists believe that __________.

A. some babies are born with a sense of direction

B. people learn a sense of direction as they grow older

C. people never lose their sense of direction

D. everybody has a sense of direction from birth

【5】What may be the best title of the passage?

A. A research on direction.   B. A sense of direction.

C. People’s ability of finding the way.   D. Scientists’ research on skills.

26、   One morning when I was 11, I explored the town’s abandoned (废弃的) round grain barn. I found a chained sliding door that was wide enough for me to pass through.

Inside, there was a heavy smell of dead mice in the dark. After my eyes adjusted, I noticed a shaft (通风管道) that rose all the way to the top of the barn. On one side was a one-man elevator with a long rope and roller.

I stepped onto the platform, gave the rope a drag and the elevator began sliding up the shaft, but stopped halfway. After a brief panic attack, I noticed there were some holes formed a ladder (阶梯). For reasons known only to an 11-year-old, I decided it would be better to go up than down. So, with shaking hands, I began climbing up.

After what seemed like forever, I reached the top of the shaft. I stood up and found nothing of interest. It was just an empty room with a ladder leading up to the roof. I tried my best to climb all the way up but it was very difficult. There was too much heavy dust. When dust was blown, I even couldn’t breathe. I didn’t know how long it took but luckily I climbed up, popped the straw roof and saw a bright blue sky.

I suddenly realized the dust and powder pouring out of the top could draw attention. So when the dust had settled, I climbed down and slipped out of the chained door. I’m not sure if I was more excited about being alive or about not being caught, but I ran all the way back home.

【1】Which picture can match the passage?

A. B.

C. D.

【2】When the author got inside the barn, he________.

A.noticed a man on the elevator B.opened the chained sliding door

C.saw many dead mice in the dark D.found a shaft leading to the top

【3】Which of the following is the right order of the author’s adventure?

a. The elevator stopped halfway. b. He entered the round grain barn.

c. He climbed to the top of the shaft.   d. He slipped out of the chained door.

A.b-a-c-d B.a-c-b-d C.c-a-d-b D.b-c-a-d

【4】From the passage, we can learn that the author was probably a boy full of ________.

A.passions B.dreams C.curiosity D.imagination

27、   Friendship Day in India falls on the first Sunday of August every year. It is celebrated with many activities. Young people in India spend the day with their closest friends and they have fun together. Most youngsters in India watch a movie or have a meal with their friends. Many friends may drive to tourist places or make a plan for camping.

Some friends go to the supermarket to do some shopping. On Friendship Day, most stores offer lower prices to customers and it is the perfect day to buy something for friends. Some friends go to parties that are organized by many restaurants in order to attract youngsters. Such parties are very enjoyable. You can get food at a cheaper price.

Some friends just decide to meet up at someone’s home and talk about their happy time. The time good friends spend sitting together and talking over a cup of coffee is relaxing and unforgettable. Long-distance friends call up each other on this day and wish each other good luck. Some of them  even plan to meet up on this day. Yet some others plan a surprising visit just to see how excited their friends are ! In 2020, Friendship Day in India falls on August 2. So don’t forget to celebrate it with your friends.

【1】When is Friendship Day celebrated in India each year?

A.On August 1. B.On August 2.

C.On the third Saturday of August. D.On the first Sunday of August.

【2】How do youngsters celebrate Friendship Day in India except ?

A.travelling with friends. B.seeing a film with friends.

C.dancing with friends. D.going shopping with friends.

【3】How do long-distance friends celebrate Friendship Day in India?

A.By calling up each other. B.By emailing each other.

C.By sending each other a gift. D.By visiting each other the next day.

【4】The underlined words “a surprising visit” means a visit to a friend who .

A.has dreamed of it for a long time B.hasn’t expected it

C.tries to avoid it D.lives in a near place

【5】What would be the best title of the text?

A.Activities on Friendship Day B.How to Talk with Your Closest Friends

C.Special Cheaper Prices on Friendship Day D.How to Prepare a Surprise for Your Friends

28、   "Au pair," originally a French term, refers to a foreigner who lives with a family so he/she can learn the family's language and culture,while at the same time he/she takes care of the family's children and/or cleans the house in return for food,accommodations and a small s【1】.In recent years, many young Chinese have become au pairs in other countries,and many young foreigners have moved to China to work as au pairs．

The magazine ,Women of China recently interviewed three young Chinese, and three foreigners in China, each of whom shared his/her respective experiences as an au pairs.The following is from an au pair called Natalia Martinez Perez, Republic of Colombia.

I am 19 years old, and I come from Cali, a city in the Republic of Colombia.I have good relations with my brother and cousins.I love children, and I consider myself to be a happy person, who is able to make others happy as well.My dream is to travel around the w【2】, and to learn about different cultures and languages.

I saw the beautiful scenery of China and I learned about Chinese culture from m【3】and dramas that I watched.I have always been keen to travel to China since I fell in love with China and its culture.I respect the Chinese culture, and I want to know more about it．

I was an au pair in some other countries before I moved to China in October 2015.When I heard about the opportunity to go to China, via Outuo（OT）International, a Shanghai-based au pair agency, in 2015, I immediately applied.

Now, I live with my host family in Shanghai.The family has a daughter.I have d【4】a good relationship with the girl, her parents and their relatives.The girl says she really likes me.She asks me to tell her a story before she goes to sleep each night.

I teach the girl English after she finishes her homework.I teach her in various interesting ways, and she has developed a great interest in learning English.I cook Colombian food for the girl sometimes, and we also like to go shopping together.

Becoming an au pair has p【5】a good opportunity for me to experience different cultures in different countries.I think I am having an a【6】experience in China.

29、Zhong's wisdom keeps people safe

"Please don't go to Wuhan _______ it's really necessary." Zhong Nanshan, a famous respiratory expert (呼吸科专家), said to the pubic when the novel coronavirus (新冠病毒) _______ Wuhan. But Zhong, 84, _______ on an overnight train to Wuhan to fight the disease.

Many Chinese know Zhong as the hero who _______ SARS in 2003. People share his photos and words online, saying they "trust every word of Zhong". He has given Chinese people _______ in winning this battle.

Zhong grew up in a family of doctors. His _______ has always been to save as many lives as possible. In 2003, when SARS broke out in China, he volunteered to treat patients and asked _______ doctors to send their most serious cases to him. After months of efforts, his treatment plan for SARS was adopted (采纳) by China and then the whole world, which saved thousands of lives.

Seventeen years later, Zhong is once again leading an expert team to _______ the novel coronavirus. Although this new virus is known to be more dangerous to old people, Zhong worries _______ about his own safety.

As People's Daily ________. "the 84-year-old Zhong Nanshan shows his professionalism (专业性) as a doctor, courage as a soldier, and a sense of duty as the backbone (脊梁) of our nation."

【1】A.if B.unless C.when

【2】A.hit B.beat C.fought

【3】A.ran B.walked C.rushed

【4】A.defeated B.won C.gained

【5】A.believe B.confidence C.truth

【6】A.goal B.direction C.achievement

【7】A.another B.others C.other

【8】A.along with B.go with C.deal with

【9】A.little B.a little C.much

【10】A.read B.said C.wrote