期中考试卷Unit1-Unit4 （无答案） 沪教牛津版八年级下学期

2024学年第二学期期中八年级英语教学质量监测
本试卷共四大题，11页，满分90分；考试时间90分钟
注意事项：
1．答卷前，考生务必在答题卡上用黑色字迹的钢笔或签字笔填写自己的考生号、姓名、试室号、座位号，再用2B铅笔把对应这两个号码的标号涂黑。
2．选择题1~50小题选出答案后，用2B铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。如需要改动，用橡皮擦净后，再选涂其他答案。不能答在试卷上。
3．非选择题必须用黑色字迹的钢笔或签字笔作答，答案必须写在答题卡。各题目指定区域的相应位置上；如需要改动，先划掉原来的答案，然后再写上新的答案，改动的答案也不能超出指定的区域；不准使用铅笔、圆珠笔和涂改液。不按以上要求作答的答案无效。
4．考生必须保持答题卡的整洁，考试结束，将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。
一、语法选择（共15小题;每题1分, 共15分）
阅读下面短文，按照句子结构的语法性和上下文连贯的要求，从1~15各题所给的A、B、C和D项中选出最佳选项并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
Last summer holiday, my classmates and I helped with a charity(慈善) show. Its purpose was 1 money for those children without going to school in poor areas.
We did a lot for that. I felt happy when I 2 to be the host because they thought I was the best. 3 it was a good chance to try, I was very nervous because of the TV cameras. I knew that lots of people would come to watch 4 show, and there would also be a large audience in front of the TV. As some famous stars would be on the show, one of my steps 5 to introduce each of them. I also had some 6 things to do. So I often worked 7 morning to night. It was hard work, but it made me 8 . I trained a lot before the show. I had to remember all the words. And everything 9 right at the same time. At first, I thought I would never be able to do it 10 . I kept 11 myself not to be nervous.
Slowly everything became much 12 . The big day came very fast. 13 people came to the show. They donated money and many things. And the local businesses also gave 14 a lot of support. It is very kind of them to do so! After the show, we sent the donations to those poor children. Soon they wrote back. They were really grateful to us. I was very proud 15 them. I hope that more and more people will help them and make a difference.
1．A．raise B．raised C．to raise D．to raising
2．A．choose B．chose C．am chosen D．was chosen
3．A．However B．But C．And D．Although
4．A．a B．an C．the D．/
5．A．is B．was C．are D．were
6．A．another B．other C．the other D．others
7．A．in B．between C．from D．at
8．A．happiness B．happy C．unhappy D．happily
9．A．should done B．be done C．should be done D．should be do
10．A．good B．well C．better D．best
11．A．tell B．telling C．told D．to tell
12．A．easily B．more easily C．easier D．easy
13．A．Hundreds of B．A hundred of C．Hundred of D．Hundreds
14．A．we B．our C．us D．ourselves
15．A．to help B．helping C．helps D．help
二、完形填空（共10小题；每小题1分，满分10分）
阅读下面短文，掌握其大意，然后从16~25各题所给的A、B、C和D项中选出最佳选项并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
People use different ways to communicate. We communicate with each other not only through 16 but also through body language. Therefore, body language is so 17 that it is often used in our daily life. Here are some 18 of body language in North America and their meanings.
If you drop down heavily and your head is down, this could 19 that you are sad or unhappy. If you sit with a smiling face and look 20 , you are showing happiness. But in North America, people 21 smile just to be kind and polite.
When you are talking, the listener’s eyes will 22 yours to show friendliness and interest. If he or she doesn’t 23 you , it tells you that he is shy or not interested.
Hand gestures can mean something, too. For example, using a 24 to hit the table lightly again and again, often means the person may be thinking hard, a little nervous or bored. If a person points at you while talking to you, it is 25 that he or she may be angry at you or feel better than you.
16．A．actions B．eyes C．words D．smiles
17．A．important B．difficult C．easy D．funny
18．A．suggestions B．examples C．answers D．problems
19．A．mean B．know C．find D．guess
20．A．worried B．surprised C．amazed D．relaxed
21．A．sometimes B．never C．hardly D．seldom
22．A．stop B．avoid C．meet D．remind
23．A．believe in B．care about C．laugh at D．look at
24．A．stone B．pencil C．neck D．bubble
25．A．ready B．stupid C．clear D．detailed
三、阅读（共两节，满分35分）
第一节 阅读理解（共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分）
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C和D项中选出最佳选项并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
( A)
Body language is an important way of communication. According to one study,
words show only 7% of a person's message but body language shows 55%. So when studying about a foreign culture, it is important to pay attention to how people use body language.
● Gesture It is a major form of body language communication. When people of New Zealand stick out their tongue（伸出舌头) at someone, it is a kind of respect. When American schoolchildren make the same gesture, it means just the opposite. Also, Americans often describe “OK” with their thumb and forefinger(食指) touching to form a circle. The same gesture means "money”to the Japanese, "zero” to the French and a bad way to Brazilians. For that reason, people in a foreign culture must use gestures correctly.
●Distance When someone comes too close, he will feel uncomfortable. When he touches a stranger, he will feel sorry. But the distance of a person's "comfortable space” depends on his culture. For example, in daily conversation, many Americans stand about one metre away. People in Latin or Arab cultures, however, stand very close to each other and touch each other often.
●Expression When talking, polite people show the feelings of being excited, glad, surprised or sad. People with no expression on the face are not welcomed. Americans talk with nodding, smiling politely and keeping good eye contact. Some cultures think eye contact impolite, but Americans think it honest.
26. The underlined sentence in Paragraph 1 means
A. body language can show more meanings than words
B. we should learn body language instead of words
C. spoken language is not useful at all
D. body language is the most important way of communication
27. French people describe_________with their thumb and forefinger touching to form a circle.
A. Money B.OK C. Zero D. respect
28. In a conversation between Americans, it is impolite to show_________.
A. nodding or smiling B. eye contact
C. happiness, surprise or sadness D. a face without expression
29. How many kinds of body language are mentioned in the passage
A. Two. B. Three. C.Four. D. Five.
( B )
Traditional Chinese knotting, called “Zhongguo Jie” in Chinese, is a special and interesting folk art with a long history. It goes back thousands of years to ancient times. At that time, people used knots for practical things like fixing and tying. As time passed, these knots changed into decorative(装饰性的) artworks and carried rich cultural meanings.
The main materials for making Chinese knots are different kinds of silk threads. The colors of the threads usually have special meanings. For example, red is very popular because it means good luck, wealth, and happiness in Chinese culture. Skilled workers make these knots by hand, using a lot of complicated(复杂的) skills. Each knot is made carefully and has its own pattern and structure.
One of the most common Chinese knots is the “Double Coin Knot”. Its shape is like two coins on top of each other, and it stands for wealth and good fortune. Another well-known knot is the “Pan Chang Knot”. The never-ending shape of this knot means long life and the unending cycle of life. Chinese knots are not only used as decorations by themselves but are also often put into other things like jewelry, keychains, and home decorations. You can see them hanging in homes during festivals, especially the Spring Festival. They add a bit of traditional charm.
Nowadays, traditional Chinese knotting has got international recognition(认可). It has become a popular handicraft that shows the beauty of Chinese culture. Many people all over the world are interested in learning this art, either for fun or to understand different cultures.
30.What was the first use of Chinese knots in ancient times
A. Decoration. B. Standing for good luck.
C. Fixing and tying. D.Showing cultural meanings.
31.Why do people like red silk thread a lot when making Chinese knots
A. Because it's the easiest color to get.
B. Because it's simple to work with.
C. Because it means good luck, wealth, and happiness.
D. Because it makes the knots look nicer.
32.What does the “Pan Chang Knot” stand for
A. Wealth and good fortune.
B. Long life and the unending cycle of life.
C. Love and friendship.
D. Success and achievement.
33.Which of the following is true about Chinese knots now
A. They are only popular in China.
B. People don't use them as decorations any more.
C. They have lost their cultural meaning.
D. They have got international recognition.
（C）
Parents often find children watching cartoons for at least three to four hours a day. Studies show that kids start watching cartoons on TV at the age of six months, and by the time they reach the age of two or three, they become fans of cartoons and they would like to spend much time on them. Is it good for kids to watch cartoons
Parents often see this as a problem because most of the kids are too crazy about watching cartoons. Parents think if kids spend too much time on cartoons, they won’t do well in school.
Some people think it’s good to watch cartoons. They help the working parents the most because parents can do a lot of work when their kids watch cartoons on TV.
When children watch educational cartoons, they enjoy a wide range of benefits. They get valuable knowledge as the shows teach them history, science and more.Cartoons also play an important role in improving language skills. Educational cartoons let kids learn about different languages.For example, kids can learn English well through interesting English cartoon programs. At the same time, some cartoons tell stories of friendship and teamwork. By watching, kids learn social skills, making it easier for them to get along with friends and classmates.
So sometimes it is meaningless to stop kids from watching cartoons, but parents should make sure that their kids are watching the right things.
34．When do kids start to watch cartoons on TV
A．When they are six months old.
B．When they are two years old.
C．When they are three years old.
D．When they are six years old.
35．Why is it good for children to watch cartoons according to the passage
A．Because children can know how to use their time.
B．Because children can know how to get on well with others.
C．Because children can know how to keep healthy.
D．Because children can know how to make cartoons.
36．What’s the writer’s opinion (观点)
A．Parents can’t let their kids watch cartoons at home.
B．It’s meaningful to stop kids from watching cartoons.
C．Kids can spend time watching cartoons on weekends.
D．Parents should let their kids watch the right cartoons.
37.What is the structure (结构) of the passage
A． B． C． D．
（D）
In Chaoyang community in Shanxi, a voluntary service team is getting popular. It works hard to support elderly empty nesters(空巢老人). It started last October and was called “Shared Children”.
The 108 volunteers have already made a big difference in the community. They have paired off with 71 elderly people to learn about their daily needs and offer a helping hand.
In these years, the community has come up with many ideas. At first, they started a project called “Knocking on the Door” and hoped the elderly would connect the leaders often. However, the community did not have enough workers to support so many elderly people. So, the idea of “Shared Children” came out.
“The Shared Children voluntary service allows kind people to join in public activities for the elderly people in their free time,” says Guo. He also says not only the local people joined in with great love, but also many members from supermarkets, banks and other working places joined in.
By March, the number of the volunteers in the team had reached 108. Their work has also included buying things, providing spiritual comfort(精神安抚), helping dealing with health problems and other duties.
The volunteers are not all young people. Fan Fawen, a retired train driver, joined to support the volunteer team last year. He often helps to repair something in elderly people’s homes and buys them fruits and vegetables, as well as carrying heavy things, like rice bags, upstairs. Liu Chunyan, 41, is also among the volunteers. “Many elderly people now live alone and feel lonely, so we should be there and chat with them more often.” Liu says.
“More people are now starting to learn about the team. We believe that more people will join us in the future,” says Hao Guoying, secretary of the community’s Party branch.
38 The underlined phrase “paired off with” means “______” in Chinese.
A. 与...说明 B. 与...结对子 C. 与...探讨 D. 与...分离
39. It can be learned from Liu Chunyan’s words that ______.
A. the volunteers should be more friendly
B. more volunteers get along well with the elderly
C. the elderly really need somebody to talk to
D. the elderly should learn to look after themselves
40. What is the main purpose of the writer in writing this article
A. to describe what the volunteers do to help the elderly empty nesters.
B. to ask readers to join the “Shared Children” volunteer team.
C. to let readers learn about the history of Shanxi.
D. to make readers interested in stories about elderly people
第二节 阅读填空（共5小题；每小题1分，满分5分）
阅读短文及文后选项，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
Disney is a big family that has a lot of cartoon stars such as Mickey and Minnie Mouse. 41
From the beginning, the famous cartoonist Walt Disney created Donald Duck as a foil (陪衬) to Mickey Mouse. 42
Donald Duck is known for his funny speech and his kind heart. 43 Since 1934, Donald Duck has tried to do more than 100 different jobs, but failed in them all. Donald always seems to be short of cash and makes a habit of getting into all kinds of troubles. 44 “He’s a loser, but he’ll go on fighting,” wrote the Disney company in its description of the character on their website.
Donald is a funny character with the wildest dreams and his greatest achievement is that he has appeared in 128 films more than Mickey Mouse. 45
A．But no matter how often he fails, Donald Duck keeps moving on—that’s the reason why he has so many fans. B．Donald Duck is the most bad-tempered one among them, but has got lots of fans around the world during these years. C．His first show on the movie was in 1934 in a short cartoon film called Little Wise Hen. D．Now, Donald Duck turns 85 and he still wins the heart of lots of people around the world. E．While Mickey is most loved by children, Donald Duck has more adult fans.
四、写作（共三节，满分30分）
第一节 语篇填词（共5小题；每小题1分，满分5分）
阅读短文，根据上下文和所给的首字母写出所缺单词。注意使用正确形式，每空限填一词。答卷时，要求写出完整单词。
The best way to learn a new language is to make friends with native (本地的) speakers. Julia is from the UK. She had (46) d in speaking Chinese when she came to China at first. She felt (47) l because she didn’t have any friends at school. Later, she tried her best to communicate with body language to (48) e her ideas. Then she made a lot of Chinese friends. They (49) o parties and a lot of other activities for her. Friendship brought Julia much joy and (50) r her spirits. She also got more chances to speak Chinese. The ability to speak Chinese gave her much confidence in a new life.
第二节 完成句子（共5小题；每题2分，满分10分）
根据所给的汉语内容，用英语完成下列句子。（每空限填一词）
51. Lily 曾经受过疾病的痛苦，所以她现在很喜欢去医院帮助有需要的人。
Lily used to _______ ________ serious illness, so she likes to visit the hospital and help the
people________ _________.
为了保持健康，Lily每周练习游泳三次。
Lily ________ ________ three times a week to keep healthy.
今晚锻炼之后，她的一个视频必须增加一段音乐。
After doing exercise tonight, a piece of music________ ________ ________ into her video.
并且，她还将告诉一些志愿者明天何时出发去老人院做义工。
And, she will tell other volunteers______ _______ _______ _______to do voluntary work in an old people’s house tomorrow.
他们的志愿者工作是多么的重要啊！
_______ __________ their voluntary work is !
第三节 书面表达（共1小题，满分15分）
你校于上周五举办校园文化节，很多校园社团都推出了特色活动。请你根据以下思维导图的内容提示，以Culture Festival in Our School完成一篇校园文化节社团活动的推文，向大家介绍一下当天的活动情况。
要求：
1. 可在思维导图内容提示的基础上适当拓展信息；
2. 词数80左右（短文的开头已给出，不计入词数）；
3.不得透漏学校，姓名等任何个人信息，否则不予评分。
Culture Festival in Our School
A culture festival was held in our school last Friday. There were a lot of interesting and meaningful activities in the school clubs.______________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
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