2024-2025学年第一学期育才教育集团期中测试
九年级英语
第一卷 选择题(50分)
I.完形填空(10分
阅读下面短文,从短文后所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出能填入相应空白处的最佳选项。(共10小题,每小题1分)
Shanbei storytelling is an important __1__ of storytelling and folk art in the northwest of China. It is mainly popular in areas like Yanan and Yulin in northern Shanxi Province. It originated as a way for blind artists to __2__ by singing traditional stories. Over time, it absorbed(吸收) the tunes of Qingqiang Opera and Xintianyou, and __3__ became a form of storytelling that could be performed with long stories and singing. The performance is done by one person who sings and plays an instrument at the same time. The instrument can be sanxian (a three-stringed Chinese instrument) or pipa. Besides, there is also a clapper(快板) made of two wooden boards tied to the performer's legs __4__the rhythm(节奏).
One person who has made Shanbei Storytelling __5__ is Xiong Zhuying. He has cleverly __6__ this traditional art with modern technology and games. In the video game "Black Myth: Wukong," game developers invited Xiong to introduce elements(元素) of Shanbei Storytelling, making it interesting and enjoyable to younger audiences who might not experience this traditional art form before.
In the second chapter of the game, players will meet a headless monk(僧侣) who performs a heartfelt piece of Shanbei music. This brief but __7__performance, lasting less than two minutes, has gained over 10 million views on social media. Its lyrics(歌词),“Success and failure, life and death, all are beyond reason,"__8__deep emotions and make listeners think a lot. Xiong and the game developers' __9__brings Shanbei Storytelling back to life, making its future __10__than ever before.
1. A. research B. form C. page D. mark
2. A. make progress B. make a living C. get rich D. become famous
3. A. luckily B. suddenly C. gradually D. immediately
4. A. to break B. to keep C. for checking D. for dancing
5.A. more different B. more popular C. more useful D. more exciting
6. A. served B. mixed C. combined D. prepared
7.A. lively B. alive C. living D. live
8.A. bring back B. bring out C. bring up D. bring away
9. A. secret B. creativity C. imagination D. expectation
10. A. brighter B. further C. louder D. faster
II.阅读理解(40分)
第一节阅读下列短文,从下面每题的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。(共15小题,每小题1.5分)
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The Feyman Technique(费曼学习法) was developed by Nobel Prize-winning physicist(物理学家)Richard Feynman. It's a study method that helps students learn by teaching others.
The Feyman Technique has been one of the most effective study methods for many years. For one thing, it helps students really understand something instead of just memorizing information. Plus, unlike traditional study methods like re-reading textbooks or reviewing notes, it pushes students to be more actively involved(参与) in the learning process.
If you want to use the Feynman Technique to study better, follow these steps. To begin with, choose a topic you want to learn, including sub-topics(子主题). If not, you'll end up jumping between topics without developing a deeper understanding of any of them.
The second step is the heart of the Feynman Technique: explaining the topic simply enough to be understood by a sixth-grade student. This requires you to help the child understand by using the simplest and clearest language. This step helps divide indigestible topics into their most basic parts.
Next, review your explanation and try to find any area where you felt that you couldn't explain the topic simply. When possible, it can be very helpful to get advice from someone whose understanding is similar to that of a sixth-grader.
The fourth step is to improve your explanation using the information collected from the third step. Finally, repeat the steps. The Feynman Technique works best with repetition, and that is why going through all the prior(先前的)steps just once is usually not enough to fully understand the topic.
Once you're confident you've learned the topic, it's time to give yourself-a prize. Perhaps, like me, enjoy a nice cup of coffee.
11. Why is the Feynman Technique better than traditional study methods
A. It saves students' study time.
B. It allows students to study in groups.
C. It encourages students to do active learning.
D. It helps students memorize more information.
12. What does the underlined word "indigestible" mean
A. Big. B. Small C. Simple. D. Difficult
13. According to the third step, who can you get suggestions from
A. Your parents. B. Your teachers. C. A 12-year-old girl. D. An expert in learning
14. Which of the following is the correct order for the Feynman Technique
①Pick a topic to learn. ②Improve the weak areas.
③Explain it in simplest words. ④Repeat the steps until you really learn it.
⑤Find the "imperfect part" of your explanation.
A. ①→③→⑤→②→④ B.①→⑤→②→③→④
C. ⑤→②→①→④→③ D.③→⑤→②→④→①
15. In which part of a magazine can we most probably find this passage
A. Technology. B. Education. C. Culture. D. Life.
B
You must have heard of “city bu city”(meaning city or not city), an internet buzzword(流行语)created by foreign blogger Baobaoxiong. It's used to ask if a place feels like a big, fashionable city.
Millions of foreigners like Baobaoxiong are visiting China and posting their travel videos. The visa-free transit policy(过境免签政策) plays an important role in this trend(潮流). Travelers from 54 countries can stay in China for up to six days without a visa as long as they have a travel document(文件)and a connecting ticket(联运机票) to leave.
The visa-free transit policy started in 2013. Back then, it allowed travelers to stay for 72hours in seven different big cities in China. Now, travelers can stay for 144 hours in 41 places across provincial areas. It has attracted more travelers to China. In the first three months of this year, 266 percent more foreigners came to China through visa-free policies compared with the same period last year, according to the National Immigration Administration of China(国家移民管理局)
___△___Through this policy, more and more people get to see the real China.
"This is the whole reason why we decided to come to China. We want to see exactly what it's like by ourselves," said Irish YouTuber Luke in his online video. He thought Chengdu was fun believably good, beautiful and modern", totally different from what ho had heard about China from Western media.
Yuyuantantian, a new media account(账号) under China Media Group, looked at 100 China travel videos made by foreigners. It found foreigners used to visit famous spots like the Forbidden City and the Great Wall. But now they prefer experiencing everyday activities like shopping at markets, riding shared bikes and joining square dancing in parks. These activities give foreigners a closer look at everyday life in China, said Yuyuantantian.
16. What does the National Immigration Administration of China's data show
A. A decrease in number of foreign visitors.
B. An important increase in foreigners coming to China because of the policy.
C. Most foreigners prefer to stay in China for more than six days.
D. The policy is only popular among certain people.
17. Which one is the best to fill in the blank___Δ___
A. Practice makes perfect. B. No pains, no gains.
C. Seeing is believing. D. When in Rome, do as Romans do.
18. How did Luke feel about Chengdu
A. He thought it was just as he had heard from Western media.
B. He was surprised by its modernity and beauty.
C. He found it not as good as he had expected.
D. He disliked Chengdu.
19. According to the passage, why do more foreigners visit China now
A. They want to follow the internet buzzword "city bu city".
B. China has become the most fashionable country in the world.
C. They are curious about the Western media's description of China.
D. They are attracted by 144 hours visa-free transit policy.
20.What is the main idea of the passage
A. The popularity of Chinese cities.
B. The influence of the visa-free transit policy
C. The influence of internet buzawords on tourism.
D. The experiences of foreign YouTubers in China.
C
Blue is a very common color in our lives-the sky, the sea and even face masks are often blue. But this color is not frequently(经常) seen in plants. Why is that
A. Because blue plants would blend in(融合) with the sky and sea.
B. Because animals prefer to eat blue plants.
C. Because the material that gives plants a blue color is rare(稀有的)
D. Because blue isn't a beneficial(有助的)color for plant growth.
The correct answer is D
There is no true blue pigment(色素)in nature. When light hits an object(物体), the object absorbs(吸收)some colors and reflects(反射)others. For example, plants look green because they reflect green light and absorb other colors. Blue light offers more energy than other colors. However, if a plant has blue leaves, according to scientists from the University at Adelaide in Australia, it must absorb(吸收) very small amounts of energy while reflecting high-energy blue light. This is not a good strategy(策略) for growth.
Less than 10 percent of plants are blue. Plants make blue flowers by mixing pigments. For example, anthocyanins(花青素)can turn into a blue-likes color with a certain amount of acidity(酸度). Plants may make use of this unique color to attract pollinators(传粉者), such as bees.
21. What is the main reason that blue is not frequently seen in plants, according to the text
A. Blue plants blend in with the sky and sea.
B. Animals prefer to avoid blue plants.
C. The material needed to produce blue color in plants is rare.
D. Blue is not helpful to plant growth.
22. Which of the following statements about light and objects is true
A. Objects absorb all colors of light.
B. Objects reflect all colors of light.
C. The object absorbs some colors and reflects others
D. Objects change colors depending on the light source.
23. According to scientists from the University of Adelaide, what happens to a plant with blue leaves
A. It absorbs more energy from blue light.
B. It reflects all colors of light equally.
C. It absorbs very little energy while reflecting high-energy blue light.
D. It uses blue light for photosynthesis(光合作用) more efficiently.
24. What percentage of plants have blue flowers or leaves
A. More than 50% B. Less than 10% C. Exactly 10% D. Around 25%
25. What purpose might plants have for using blue flowers
A. To blend in with the sky and sea.
B. To absorb more energy from the sun.
C. To attract pollinators like bees.
D. To make the plants look more attractive to humans.
第二节 短文填空
以下是一篇短文。请阅读全文并从下列方框里的六个句子中选择五个还原到原文中,使原文的意思完整、连贯。(共5小题,每小题2分)
Essential hiking safety tips for beginners
●Never hike alone on unknown trails(路线)
One of the key rules of hiking safety is to avoid hiking alone on unfamiliar trails. 26._________If possible, choose experienced hikers to accompany you. Their knowledge of the trail can be invaluable(极有用的) in keeping you and the others with you safe and on track.
●Always plan ahead
Planning ahead is always important. 27. _________. In terms of hiking safety tips, the most important advice to remember is careful planning.
●Share your plans
Before heading out on a hike, make sure to inform(知会) someone outside your hiking group about your planned route and schedule. Provide details such as the trail you'll be taking, your expected return time and any emergency contacts(紧急联系人).28. _________
●Never leave without a first-aid kit(急救箱)
Don't pack light just because you are going on a short hike. Certain items should never be missing from your backpack. One of these is a first-aid kit.
Remember, any hiking trip can go wrong 29. _________. Packing a first-aid kit allows you to take quick action in case of injury. This way you can keep the situation under control before rescuers arrive, if they are needed.
●30._________
Don't try to impress others and don't set your expectations too high. Start with low-to medium-difficulty(低到中等难度的)shorter trails and plan your trips to aim for ideal(理想的)weather. Even experienced hikers can have problems if they lose focus. This is why, as a hiking beginner, it's really important to remember the basic safety rules for hiking.
A. Know your limits and set your own pace
B. You can also take extra maps and guides from the park office
C. This way, they can help locate you quickly if something goes wrong
D. If you want to stay safe, it's important to always be ready for the worst
E. Always hike with a companion or a group, especially when you're just starting out
F. This is true whether you are going on a long camping trip or a one-day hike in your local area
第三节 信息匹配
下面的材料A-F是六个英国的房屋出租信息,请根据下面各题中人物的特点,帮他们每个人选择合适的住处,并将其标号填入题前括号内。(共5小题,每小题1.5分)
A. Rowan Avenue
There is a room available in our home. We welcome international students looking for a living place. You will have your own room, but you should be prepared to live as part of our family. All meals are provided.
B. Ash Lane
This is a modern three-bedroom family house with a large garden in a village. The house has its own garage(车库). In the heart of the village, there are excellent bus lines, a supermarket as well as a post office.
C. College Street
We have three spare bedrooms left in this shared six-bedroom all-girl house. The house is near the bus station. We offer new furniture in all rooms, so it is not suitable(合适的) for someone who has pets.
D. The Crescent
Here is a chance to share beautiful clean city-centre apartment in the centre of the business area. Only a man without a pet is welcome. You just need to pay for the rent(租金). There are no more bills.
E. Baker Close
This second-floor, one-bedroom flat is perfect for a rich worker. It is close to the local shops, and restaurants are just a short walk away. The flat has a parking space at the back of the building. No pets are welcome.
F. Meadow View Road
This is a one-bedroom house in the countryside with a garage. It is perfect for someone who quiet wants to get away from the busy city. The local area is very popular with walkers and those wanting to enjoy nature Pets are welcome.
( )31. Mary is a young, single writer and she is looking for a one-bedroom house in a quiet place. She loves to get out daily to walk her dog She needs a parking space.
( )32. Michael has booked a three-month English course and is looking for a place to live. He is interested in experiencing the English way of life with a family.
( )33. Frank will start to work in the UK next month. He wants to share a house with a clean person. He doesn't want to pay more except the rent.
( )34. Tom and Sally need a house with at least two bedrooms. Sally's old mother, who loves gardening, will live with them. Local supermarkets would be useful.
( )35. Paula wants to share a house with others but doesn't like living with pets She doesn't drive and needs somewhere close to a bus station or a train station.
第二卷 非选择题(25分)
III.语法填空(10分)
阅读下面短文,在空格处填入一个适当的词或使用括号中词语的正确形式填空。(共10小题,每小题1分)
In southwest China's Chongqing, more subway lines are travelling out to the rural areas around the city, 36.____________(special) Line 4 Known 37. ____________the "Vegetable Basket Line", Line 4 connects the city's northeast Shichuan town with the city center. Since its opening in since 2022, it 38. ____________ (offer) local farmers near the town more ways to sell their vegetables. The vegetables used to be cheap in the town, but now they can 39. ____________ (sell) at higher prices in the city.
Every morning around 6 o'clock, the Shichuan town station is 40. ____________ (crowd)with farmers. They carry baskets filled with fresh vegetables on their 41. ____________ (back), or us shoulder poles(杆) to carry the baskets. The station used to open at 6:15 am. Now it 42. ____________ (open)five minutes earlier every day because the workers don't want the farmers to wait outside for too long.
In Chongqing, people 43. ____________ are over the age of 65 can take the subway for free. The opening of this subway line helps the elderly not only save money but also save time. According to an elderly couple, it used to take 44. ____________ (they) more than one hour to reach the city center as they had to take several buses. Now, by taking the subway, they can get there in less than 30 minutes. And they can sell all their vegetables in less than three hours 45. ____________arriving at the market.
IV. 书面表达(15分)
假设你是学生会主席李华,同学们向你倾诉学校食堂的几个问题,希望你能给校长写信,提出这几个问题,以引起学校重视,并针对问题提出两条合理的建议。问题包含:
1.菜价昂贵,菜式单一
2.排队时间长,浪费午休时间:
3.味道不佳,浪费现象严重。
要求:1.须包含以上所有提示要点,可适当发挥以使行文流畅;
2.词数80左右,开头和结尾已给出,不计入总词数;
3.文中不得出现真实的人名、校名等信息。
提示词:canteen 饭堂 dish 菜肴
Dear Principal,
Recently, the problems of the canteen have given rise to a heated discussion among the students in our school, which I think should be paid great attention.___________________________________________________________________
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参考答案
1-5BBCBB 6-10CABBA
11-15 CDCAB 16-20 BCBDB 21-25 DCCBC
26-30EFCDA 31-35FADBC
语法填空
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书面表达
Some students think the price of some dishes are too expensive and the choices are too limited. Another concern is that the time spent on waiting is so long that we have less time to have a rest. Meanwhile, some students argue that the taste of the food is awful which leads to a lot of waste.
Therefore, measures need to be taken to improve the conditions of the canteen. In my own point of view, I pay more attention to the price of the food and the time wasted in the queue. I think we can offer various choices with different prices and open more service windows to reduce waiting time.
I sincerely hope you can accept my suggestions. Thank you!
Yours,
Li Hua