天门市2024-2025学年度第二学期期末考试八年级
英 语 试 题
本卷共8页，满分90分，时间共100分钟
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一、完形填空（共15小题，每题1分，满分15分）
阅读短文，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。
Grace had a large glass jar (罐) and she got it from her grandmother. The girl 1 it half full with clean water. The water shone 2 in the sunlight. Each drop was happy with its own purity (纯净).
One day, Grace’s cousin, Peter, came for a 3 . While Grace was away, the boy saw the jar and thought, “What will happen 4 I put some ink (墨水) in the water ”
Peter looked through Grace’s desk and found a crayon. Just as he was going to put a few drops of ink in the jar, Grace walked in. “Peter, what are you doing ” She asked. But it was already too 5 . Grace watched crazily as the ink slowly mixed in, 6 the water blue.
“Don’t you know that as soon as a jar of water gets 7 , it’s very hard to get it clean again ” Grace sounded 8 .
“I’m sorry,” Peter replied in a low 9 . “I was just curious (好奇).”
Grace 10 to get the water clean, but the jar was too heavy to lift up. 11 could only pour some pure water into it. The jar of water would 12 be as clean as it was before.
The world’s oceans are just like this jar of water. Once we 13 them, it will be very difficult, if not impossible, to make them clean again. Unluckily, some people and countries don’t seem to 14 this. They’ve poured many dirty or even toxic (有毒的) drops into the world’s “jar”. But unlike Peter, they are not 15 . So we need to know that every person, every country should play a part in keeping the world’s “jar” blue and clean.
1. A. painted B. broke C. filled D. sent
2. A. brightly B. completely C. badly D. quickly
3. A. lunch B. party C. game D. visit
4. A. unless B. if C. since D. though
5. A. late B. quiet C. crowded D. full
6. A. coming B. making C. becoming D. going
7. A. dirty B. weak C. clean D. cold
8. A. happy B. lucky C. angry D. good
9. A. voice B. sound C. noise D. laughter
10. A. hated B. volunteered C. tried D. agreed
11. A. It B. We C. She D. He
12. A. always B. often C. sometimes D. never
13. A. pollute B. get C. change D. close
14. A. work out B. care about C. believe in D. depend on
15. A. excited B. curious C. nervous D. interested
二、阅读理解 (共20小题，每题2分，满分40分)
第一节 (共15小题，每题2分，满分30分)
阅读三篇短文，从每小题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出一个可以与短文内容相符的最佳选项。
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Volunteer Chance: Summer Reading Helpers Needed! Help Kids Find the Joy of Books!
About the program Sunshine Community Library needs student volunteers for the Summer Reading Camp (July 1-30). We need 20 active teenagers to guide children aged 6 -10 in reading activities. This program is to improve reading and writing skills and develop a lifelong love for reading in kids. Your role
Reading partner: Read storybooks and discuss them in small groups.
Activity helper: Organize indoor games about weekly book topics.
Library helper: Help children borrow books and keep the rooms tidy.
Requirements (必备条件)
◆ Aged 13 -15 with good English communication skills.
◆ Available for 2 hours every weekday afternoon (2:00-4:00).
◆ No experience needed—training provided!
Why join
★ Get a Certificate (证书) of Excellence.
★ Develop leadership and storytelling skills. ★ Meet new friends and guide young readers!
How to join
Fill in the online form: www.sunshinelib.org/volunteer.
Or email your name, school, and a 50-word self-introduction (自我介绍) to: camp@sunshinelib.org.
Final date: June 15, 2025.
For more information: Call Ms. Lee at (555) 123-5546.
16. What is the main purpose of the Summer Reading Camp
A. To sell new storybooks to young readers.
B. To organize outdoor camping games for children.
C. To teach children how to put library books in order.
D. To improve reading skills and encourage kids’ love for books.
17. Which of the following students can be a volunteer
A. Tom, 10 years old. B. Lily, 12 years old.
C. Judy, 14 years old. D. Jack, 16 years old.
18. What will volunteers get from this experience
A. A Certificate of Excellence. B. Some free storybooks.
C. Better communication skills. D. A part-time job at the library.
19. What can you do if you want to know more information about the Summer Reading Camp
A. Write a letter to the library. B. Call Ms. Lee at (555) 123-5546.
C. Send a mail to camp@sunshinelib.org. D. Visit their website: www.sunshinelib.org.
20. Where can you probably read the passage？
A. From a guidebook. B. From a science report.
C. From a notice board. D. From a history magazine.
B
“I’m building a fence (栅栏)!” my dad said angrily as he walked into the kitchen.
“What’s going on ” I asked.
“That man next door,” my father said. “His rabbits got into my garden last night. I’m going to build a fence. Will you help me, Beth ”
I liked helping him, but I didn’t think building a fence was a good idea. So I asked, “Why not talk to Mr. Wilkin about this ”
“It’s easier said than done. He hasn’t spoken to us since we moved in. A fence is the best solution,” my father said and walked to the garden. But I didn’t follow him. I went to the front yard instead.
There, I saw Mr. Wilkin sitting outside with a white rabbit on his leg. I walked over. “Hello, I’m Beth. I live next door,” I said.
“Oh, yes. Welcome and come to meet Blinky. Would you like to hold her ” Mr. Wilkin offered.
“Sure.” I took the rabbit and held her in my arms.
“It seems that your father is starting a new project…” Mr. Wilkin said.
“Yes. He’s building a fence because your rabbits keep getting into his garden,” I replied.
“I’m sorry about that. I try to keep them in at night. But the rabbits want to get out. You see, there’s something wrong with my legs. I can’t run after them,” Mr. Wilkin said.
“I don’t want my dad to build the fence,” I said. “It’s like building a wall to separate (分离) us.”
Suddenly, I had an idea—We could build a rabbit hutch (笼) between the yards. To my surprise, both Mr. Wilkin and Dad agreed. Thanks to the hutch, it not only kept our yard safe but also helped us build a strong friendship with the Wilkins.
21. What made Beth’s father angry
A. Beth didn’t listen to him. B. He found it hard to speak to Mr. Wilkin.
C. Mr. Wilkin didn’t want to build a fence. D. The rabbits kept running into his garden.
22. What does the underlined word “project” in Paragraph 9 refer to
A. Building a fence. B. Building a wall.
C. Building a garden. D. Building a rabbit hutch.
23. What can we know about Mr. Wilkin from the passage
A. He agreed to build a fence. B. He kept many pets at home.
C. He felt sorry for his rabbits. D. He prepared many hutches for his rabbits.
24. What does the passage mainly want to tell us
A. We should both help each other.
B. Children are more polite than adults sometimes.
C. Beth’s father found some new ways to keep away from the rabbits.
D. The best way to solve a problem is to understand and communicate.
25. What’s the best title for the passage
A. Our Lovely Rabbit B. From Fence to Friendship
C. It’s Easier Said Than Done D. Beth’s Backyard Adventures
C
① Have you bought any second-hand things Have you sold anything of yours to others Any stories behind it
② Once we had a comfortable, beautiful summer day outside after a whole week of rain. My family and I were driving to a nearby town when my daughter found a yard sale. We saw old toys and a couple of guitars. We saw huge piles of clothes and even a piece of furniture (家具) or two for sale. Best of all, we saw lots of smiling people talking, laughing, sitting and standing in the sunshine.
③ Seeing all of this brought back memories of my childhood. Most of my clothes back then came from yard sales. My mom was a talented yard sale shopper. I used to hate going to them until one special day when I saw that they also sold old books there. After that, I always read through the books until it was time to go and sometimes my mom would buy me one too. Soon a large part of my home library came from yard sale books. To me, they were more priceless than new ones.
④ Why do we have yard sales We get rid of (除去) our old things and we buy “new” old things. But it certainly isn’t for the money. It’s that yard sales bring us together. We talk and catch up with old friends and new neighbors. We connect (连接) with kindness and our love for all the old stuff (物品).
⑤ I think yard sales teach us something about life too. We can’t really own anything here, after all. All we get is to have the stuff for a period of time. Then it is time to let it go and pass it on.
26. What made the writer start enjoying yard sales
A. She saw smiling people. B. She found old books there.
C. Her mom liked yard sales. D. Her mom developed her talents there.
27. Why did the writer use quotation marks (引号) for “new” in Paragraph 4
A. To show that the stuff was not new in fact.
B. To tell that the stuff was important or special.
C. To bring out the excitement of finding special stuff.
D. To make the word stand out and draw attention (注意).
28. According to the writer, what is the main reason why people have yard sales
A. To make money. B. To get rid of old things.
C. To find valuable stuff. D. To connect with others.
29. What’s the structure (结构) of the passage
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30. What lesson does the writer tell us about belongings (所有物)
A. We can own things forever. B. We must keep everything we buy.
C. We need to let go and pass things on. D. We should forget the past and face forward.
第二节 (共5小题，每题2分，满分10分)
阅读短文，从方框内所给的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项，使短文通顺、连贯。选项中有一项为多余选项。
At times, it can be hard for you to believe in yourself. If you are having trouble seeing all the amazing things you have, there are simple things that you can do to start believing in yourself.
31 Sit down and make a list of all of the things that you feel you are strong in during some point in your life. Include even small activities, like organizing a party for a friend or family member.
Talk to people who love you. 32 Sometimes we have difficulty seeing the best things about ourselves, but the people who love us won’t have any trouble seeing those things.
Do things that are hard. If we only finish the easy task (任务), it can be easy to think that we aren’t able to do things that are hard. Do things that will be rewarding (奖赏), even though they’ll be hard work. 33
Help others. 34 It also offers chances to you to use and develop your skills, then you will find yourself feeling more confident (自信的) than ever.
35 Exercise has long been noted for its ability to help lower stress and make people feel happier, but some studies have also shown that exercise may help with one’s confidence. Make sure to include at least 30 minutes of exercise into your daily activities.
A. Exercise every day. B. Find ways to keep moving forward. C. Write down your past achievements. D. You can always break down a difficult task into some small and easier tasks. E. Helping others through volunteerism or everyday acts brings a wonderful sense of pride. F. If you’re having trouble seeing all the wonderful things about yourself, you can always talk to someone who loves you.
三、短文填空(共10小题，每题1分，满分10分)
阅读短文，从方框中选出正确的词并用其适当形式填空，使短文通顺、意思完整。每空限填一词，每词限用一次。
become we learn large cover forest symbol true ancient encourage
Do you know the Bamboo Sea in Yibin The Bamboo Sea is a large bamboo 36 with a history of more than 2,000 years. It is the 37 primeval (原始的) bamboo park in China. It 38 more than 500 hills and has over 50 kinds of bamboo. Since 39 times, bamboo has been used for food, clothing, housing and musical instruments. Bamboo weaving (编织) has 40
an important part of traditional (传统的) Chinese culture and helped people to understand Chinese culture.
In Chinese culture, bamboo is widely known as one of the “four gentlemen” among plants. To some artists, especially painters, bamboo is a 41 of goodness and honesty. They often use bamboo to 42 people to hold on when they are facing hard times.
Another must-see place is the Bamboo Sea Museum. It shows almost all kinds of bamboo. It is a great place to 43 about bamboo culture and its importance in Chinese history.
The Bamboo Sea is a must-visit place for 44 to visit. Its beauty and rich cultural meanings make it a 45 wonderful experience. Whoever comes here may fall in love with it and have a good time!
四、读写结合(共两节，满分25分)
第一节 任务型阅读(共5小题，每题2分，满分10分)
阅读短文，用英文填空或回答问题(请注意每小题的词数要求)。
Dongdong was sick and he missed an important history lesson about the Grand Canal (大运河). At night, he found it hard to finish the homework. A moment later, he thought of his Sight Pro, the smart glasses, and put them on.
“Teach me about the Grand Canal.” Before he knew it, this simple instruction (指示) took him on a journey along the canal. He started in Hangzhou and then slowly traveled up north toward Yangzhou.
He was taking in the beautiful views (风景) of the canal when Sight Pro suddenly said, “Fun time is over. Here comes the hard part. You need to answer three questions.”
Then a question appeared before his eyes: “What is the total length (总长度) of the Grand Canal ”
“More than 1,000 kilometers,” Dongdong answered.
“Wrong answer. It is more than 2,000 kilometers. It’s the longest man-made waterway in the world.”
The next question: “When did the building of the canal begin ”
“In the 7th century ” Dongdong said.
“Wrong answer. It started in the 5th century BC (公元前). After that, different parts were built at different times.”
The third question: “Why was the Grand Canal built ”
“To make it easier for people to travel.”
“Wrong answer. Its main function (作用) was to transport (运输) food and goods from the south to the north.”
In the end, Dongdong got zero, but he was happy because he had learned a lot.
Dongdong missed an important history lesson because . (不超过5词)
What does the underlined part “the hard part” in Paragraph 3 refer to (指代)
(不超过10词)
48&49. Fill in the blanks according to the passage.
Questions about the Grand Canal Facts
What is the total length 48 (不超过5词)
When did its building begin In the 5th century BC.
Why was it built 49 (不超过15词)
50. Do you think using the smart tools to help us is a good way to study Why or why not
(不超过20词)
第二节 书面表达(共1题，满分15分)
51. 假如你是一所国际学校的学生，学校将举办主题为“Reading Makes Us ____________”的读书分享活动。请你根据以下内容提示，用英语从你读书的频率，你最爱读的书以及读书的原因等方面完成一篇短文。
内容提示：
①How often do you read books
②What’s your favorite book about
③Why should people read books often
要求：
①请将标题补充完整；
②短文应包括提示内容中的所有要点，条理清楚，行文连贯，可适当发挥；
③不能出现真实的人名和地名；
④词数80词左右,文章开头已给出，不计入总词数。
Reading makes us
As the saying goes, reading makes a full man.2024-2025学年度第二学期期末考试八年级
英 语 试 题
参考答案及评分细则
笔试部分
一、完形填空（共15小题，每题1分，满分15分）
1. C 2. A 3. D 4. B 5. A
6. B 7. A 8. C 9. A 10. C
11. C 12. D 13. A 14. B 15. B
二、阅读理解 (共20小题，每题2分，满分40分)
第一节
16. D 17. C 18. A 19. B 20. C
21. D 22. A 23. C 24. D 25. B
26. B 27. A 28. D 29. A 30. C
第二节
31. C 32. F 33. D 34. E 35. A
三、短文填空(共10小题，每题1分，满分10分)
36. forest 37. largest 38. covers 39. ancient 40. become
41. symbol 42. encourage 43. learn 44. us 45. truly
四、读写结合(共两节，满分25分)
第一节 任务型阅读(共5小题，每题2分，满分10分)
46. he was sick/ill.
47. (It refers to) answering three questions. / (It refers to) three questions.
48. (It is) More than 2000 kilometers.
49. (Its main function was) To transport food and goods from the south to the north.
50. Yes, I do. Because we can learn a lot in an interesting way./ Using the smart tools to study can make learning easier and more interesting. …(言之有理即可)
第二节 书面表达 (共1题，满分15分)
One possible version:
Reading Makes Us Wise
As the saying goes, reading makes a full man. I’ve known the importance of reading since I was young, and I developed a habit of reading almost every day. I think reading is a good way to relax and learn something new.
Among all the books I’ve read, The Little Prince is one of my favorites. It tells a story of a little prince, who travels far and meets different people on the way. I’ve learned a lot about life and love through his journey.
People should spend more time reading because it inspires us to think and create. Moreover, reading makes it possible for us to understand different cultures and values. We can live and grow with each new book. So pick up a book and start reading today!
评分细则
一、评分重点
评分时，以“内容要点”“语言表达”“逻辑连贯”和“紧扣主题”四个方面为重点。“内容要点”主要涉及是否有效地涵盖了题目的要求；“语言表达”着重关注考生在词、句、段、篇等各个层面的表达情况；“逻辑连贯”考查考生在句间和段落间的衔接词运用和语意连贯程度（逻辑合理）；“紧扣主题”则要求考生紧扣书面表达的主题，尤其注意不要跑题、不要写错体裁等。
二、评分方式
评分时，采用整体印象评分法。首先确定五类不同档次的分数，分别为“一档”“二档”“三档”“四档”“五档”，每档均有涉及“内容要点”“语言表达”“逻辑连贯”和“紧扣主题”等四个方面的细则。阅卷教师应依据这四个方面的总体印象给出相应的分数。
三、分档评分细则
一档（13 — 15分）
1. 覆盖所有内容要点，达到预期写作目的。
2. 结构完整，语句流畅，意思清楚、连贯。使用较为丰富的语法结构和词汇，语法、词汇等方面错误较少，具备较强的语言运用能力，且书写规范，格式正确。
3. 能有效地使用常见连接词表示顺序和逻辑关系，连接信息，做到符合逻辑、意义连 贯。
4. 紧扣主题，无跑题、偏题等现象。
二档（10 — 12分）
1. 较好地完成了规定的写作任务，虽漏掉1、2处次重点写作信息，但基本上包含所有内容要点。
2. 结构较为完整，语句完整，意思清楚。语法结构和词汇错误较少，格式基本正确，书写较为规范。
3. 能应用简单的语句间的连接成分，使全文结构紧凑。
4. 虽有少量无关信息，但基本能围绕主题。
三档（7 — 9分）
1. 基本上完成了规定的写作任务。重要的写作要点、内容信息有缺失。
2. 结构欠完整，少数语句不通顺，意思基本清楚。语法结构和词汇错误较多，但基本不影响理解。格式基本正确，书写基本规范。
3. 能应用简单的语句间的连接成分，使全文内容基本连贯。
4. 整体而言，基本能围绕主题，能看出写作意图。
四档（4 — 6分）
1. 未恰当完成规定的写作任务。只包含少数内容要点。
2. 结构不完整，多数语句欠完整，意思不够清楚。语法结构和词汇错误较多，影响理解，格式不够正确，书写欠规范。
3 较少使用语句间的连接成分，内容缺少连贯性。
4. 主题不大明确，信息未能清楚地传达给读者。
五档（0 — 3分）
1. 未能按要求完成规定的写作任务。未能理解写作要求，明显遗漏主要内容，只写出个别要点，写了一些无关内容。
2. 结构不完整，多数语句不完整或意思不明，语法和词汇错误很多，影响对写作内容的理解，书写不规范。
3. 缺乏语句间的连接成分，内容不连贯。
4. 主题完全不明，信息未能传达给读者。
5. 无有效信息；照搬照抄试卷中原文；雷同试卷；答题区域空白等情况不得分。
