内蒙古呼和浩特市2025-2026学年八年级上学期开学考试英语模拟试题（含答案）

内蒙古呼和浩特市2025-2026学年八年级上学期开学考试英语模拟试题
一、单项选择
从每题A、B、C、D四个选项中选出一个最佳答案
( )1．I need to be honest _________ you. I don’t think this plan will work well.
A．to B．with C．on D．for
( )2．This beautiful hotel is located ________ a remote island off the coast of Scotland.
A．in B．on C．around D．with
( )3．The pilots had to take action to ________ a disaster.
A．request B．avoid C．realize D．communicate
( )4．The students think ________ of the two ways are good for communication.
A．both B．either C．every D．neither
( )5．She didn’t want to _________ anyone, but the mistake was clearly not her fault.
A．apologize B．cheat C．explain D．blame
( )6．She studied hard for the test, _________ she was confident about doing well.
A．so B．because C．but D．or
( )7．I’ve got two lovely cats at home. One is black and ________ is white.
A．other B．another C．the other D．others
( )8．For our science project ________ plants, we created a colourful poster showing how they grow from seeds to big, strong trees.
A．in B．on C．to D．of
( )9．______ she apologizes sincerely, I will surely forgive her and make friends with her again.
A．If B．Because C．Though D．Until
( )10．Some of the _________ on body language is not useful enough.
A．idea B．topic C．advice D．suggestion
二、完型填空
先通读短文，掌握其大意，然后从 A、B、C、D 四个选项中选出一个可以填入相应空白处的最佳答案。
Do you have family rules For 1 I have strict family rules. I must 2 them.
I can’t go out in the evenings or go home late from Monday to Friday. If I do that, my parents will be not 3 . On my school days, I can’t 4 TV or play computer games. I 5 listen to music when I do my homework. I don’t like this rule 6 music is my favorite. 7 school every day, I must do my homework first. I also have to 8 and go to bed early. My parents think it’s good for my 9 . On the weekend I have to 10 playing the piano for two hours in the morning. But I can go out to do sports with my friends after that.
These rules are strict but useful for me.
( )1．A．me B．her C．us D．him
( )2．A．like B．follow C．arrive D．leave
( )3．A．early B．easy C．happy D．afraid
( )4．A．see B．read C．drive D．watch
( )5．A．need B．needn’t C．can’t D．can
( )6．A．and B．because C．so D．but
( )7．A．After B．When C．Before D．If
( )8．A．get up B．do the dishes C．fight with D．come true
( )9．A．school B．time C．health D．hundred
( )10．A．remember B．practice C．finish D．wear
三、完成句子
1．汤姆累了，所以他放弃挖坑来找宝藏。
Tom was tired so he digging the hole to search for some treasure.
2．娱乐可以消除不良情绪，提振精神。
Fun can do away with and lift our spirits.
3．根据奶奶说，这张旧椅子是由竹子制成的。
my grandma, this old chair is made of bamboo.
4．他们决定为有需要的孩子筹钱。
They decided to for children in need.
5．在爱好方面我们有很多共同点。
We have a lot of hobbies .
四、阅读理解
A
Many people love animals and want to have them as pets. But having a pet is not just about fun. It also comes with responsibilities.
First, you need to choose the right pet for your lifestyle. If you live in a small apartment, a big dog might not be a good choice. You should consider the space, your time and your ability to take care of the pet.
Second, you have to provide proper food, water and shelter for your pet. Different animals have different needs. For example, cats need a clean litter box, while dogs need regular walks.
Third, you should take your pet to the vet for regular check-ups. This can help prevent diseases and keep your pet healthy.
In conclusion, having a pet is a great thing, but you need to be responsible. Only then can you and your pet have a happy life together.
( )1．What does having a pet require
A．Only fun. B．Only responsibilities.
C．Both fun and responsibilities. D．Neither fun nor responsibilities.
( )2．What should you consider when choosing a pet
A．Only the space. B．Only your time.
C．Space, time and ability to take care of. D．Only the price.
( )3．What do cats need
A．Regular walks. B．A clean litter box. C．A big yard. D．A lot of toys.
( )4．Why should you take your pet to the vet
A．To make it more fun. B．To train it better.
C．To prevent diseases and keep it healthy. D．To show it off.
( )5．What’s the main idea of the text
A．To introduce different pets. B．To talk about pet shows.
C．To discuss how to have a pet responsibly. D．To describe people’s love for pets.
B
Elephants are very big animals. They are from Africa and Asia. They have long trunks and big ears. Elephants can use their trunks to pick up things, drink water and even draw pictures. They are very strong and can carry heavy things.
Elephants are also very intelligent. They can remember places and people. They live in families and take care of each other. The baby elephants are very cute and they stay with their mothers for a long time.
However, elephants are in danger now. People cut down trees in the forests where they live, so they are losing their homes. Also, some people kill elephants for their ivory. We should do something to protect them.
( )1．Where are elephants from
A．Only Africa. B．Only Asia. C．Africa and Asia. D．America.
( )2．What can elephants use their trunks to do
A．Only pick up things. B．Pick up things, drink water and draw pictures.
C．Only drink water. D．Only draw pictures.
( )3．Why are elephants in danger
A．Because they are too big. B．Because people cut down trees and kill them for ivory.
C．Because they are not intelligent.D．Because they don’t have enough food.
( )4．What are baby elephants like
A．They are very big. B．They are very strong.
C．They are very cute. D．They are very dangerous.
( )5．What should we do to protect elephants
A．Cut down more trees. B．Kill more elephants.
C．Stop cutting down trees and killing them. D．Keep them in cages.
C
Penguins are very interesting birds. They live mainly in the cold Antarctic. Penguins can’t fly, but they are excellent swimmers. Their bodies are streamlined (流线型的), which helps them move quickly through the water.
Penguins have thick feathers and a layer of fat under their skin to keep them warm in the freezing environment. They usually live in large colonies. They huddle (挤在一起) together to share body heat when it’s very cold.
Most penguins feed on krill (磷虾), fish and squid. They catch their food by diving deep into the water. Penguins have a special gland (腺) near their eyes that can convert (转化) salt water into fresh water, so they can drink the water around them.
( )1．Where do penguins mainly live
A．In the Arctic. B．In the Antarctic. C．In Africa. D．In Asia.
( )2．Why can’t penguins fly
A．Because their wings are too small.
B．Because they are too heavy.
C．Because their bodies are streamlined.
D．The text doesn’t mention it.
( )3．How do penguins keep warm
A．By wearing thick clothes.
B．By having thick feathers and a layer of fat.
C．By living in warm places.
D．By huddling with other animals.
( )4．What do most penguins eat
A．Only krill. B．Only fish. C．Krill, fish and squid. D．Only squid.
( )5．What’s special about penguins
A．They can fly very high. B．They can convert salt water into fresh water.
C．They can live alone. D．They can run very fast.
D
June has arrived. It’s time to graduate for some college students, because they have got their degrees(学位) and have to say goodbye to their schools.
At Virginia Tech, a US college, in the winter of 2020, there was a special “graduate” at the graduation season. His name is Moose, and he is a therapy (治疗) dog. The eight-year-old has been working at the school since 2014. He has helped thousands of students reduce (减少) stress.
Many students experience stress. Some of them can’t get used to college life. Some aren’t good at making new friends and feel lonely. At Virginia Tech, they can turn to Moose. Students like to pat (拍) the dog and talk to him. Moose is always friendly and patient. Most students say they feel better after meeting the dog, “Moose is my friend.” Many of them say, “When everyone is too busy to spend some time with me, Moose is always there. When no one understands me, Moose always does.”
But, we can never see Moose since Dec. 2 2020 in whole world. On Dec. 2 2020, Moose received a special graduation. The school wanted to mark him and get everybody bear him in mind and this “graduate” will be the other shape to stay on at the school.
Moose will be a friend in the heart of the students at Virginia Tech forever.
( )1．How old was Moose when it started to work at the college
A．1. B．2. C．4. D．6.
( )2．Which of the following groups of students do not need to turn to Moose for help
A．Students who feel lonely. B．Students who are welcome at school.
C．Students who experience stress. D．Students who are weak in college study.
( )3．What does the third paragraph mainly tell us
A．Many students can’t get used to college life.
B．Moose has helped many students reduce stress.
C．Moose is always friendly and patient in college.
D．Many students like to make friends with Moose.
( )4．Which is the real meaning of Moose’s “graduation”
A．毕业 B．死亡 C．某种感谢仪式 D．患疾病
( )5．Which is the best title of this article
A．A Dog in College B．A Long Friendship
C．A Lovely Pet D．A Special Graduate
五、短文选词填空
阅读短文，从方框中选出正确的词语并用其适当的形式填空。每空限填一词，每词限用一次。
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Lucy joins an animal club. This club is about protecting (保护) birds. It does many things, such as 1 houses for birds and giving them food.
This week, it holds an activity because it wants people to take 2 of birds. It tells people a lot of things. For example, why are birds in danger Here are some reasons. Firstly, many people kill birds 3 their beautiful feathers (羽毛). Secondly, we usually see all kinds of nets (网) in our lives. They are useful to us, but they are 4 to birds. They may make birds 5 . Thirdly, people often cut down trees, 6 birds have no places to live in. Lastly, people often throw 7 into the river. This makes birds have no clean water to drink.This club 8 makes some small flags and pictures. Students in the club draw some birds on the flags and write some stories about birds on the pictures. Then they 9 up the flags and pictures on the walls in their school. By doing so, the club members 10 more people can be friendly to birds. After all, they are our friends.
六、补全对话
A: Hi, Tracy! How is your summer vacation going
B: 1 I’m in Qingdao. It’s a beautiful city.
A: Wow, lucky you! That sounds amazing. 2
B: It’s sunny and hot.
A: What are you doing now, Tracy
B: 3
A: Wow, playing beach volleyball sounds cool. 4
B: My father is walking on the beach, and my mother is swimming.
A: That’s nice. 5
B: Thanks. Bye!
A．It’s wonderful!
B．It’s very dry today.
C．Have a great time!
D．I want to go home.
E．How’s the weather
F．What about your parents
G．I’m playing beach volleyball.
七、阅读表达
Tea is the most widely-consumed (广泛饮用的) drink in the world after water. Some people say that tea is the drink of China. Many Chinese drink it every day. But in other countries, people like it too. They have different ways to drink tea.
In the United States, sweet tea is Americans’ favourite. It is made from black tea, sugar and fruit. Unlike (不像) Chinese tea, sweet tea in the USA is always ice cold. Many years ago, poor people couldn’t drink it because black tea and sugar were very expensive. But now, everyone can drink it.In the UK, people like to put milk in their tea. This makes it taste special. They usually drink it in the afternoon—this is called “tea time”. They like to eat snacks when they drink their tea. At tea time, people have a short rest from work.It is cold winter now. Would you like a cup of warm tea
根据语篇内容，回答问题。(每小题答案不超过4个词)
1．How often do many Chinese drink tea
2．What is Americans’ favourite tea
3．How does the tea taste with milk in it
4．When can English people have a short rest from work
5．What is the most widely-consumed drink in the world
七、话题作文
目前, 野生动物们正面临着各种威胁，很多动物已经濒临灭绝。但也有很多人意识到了保护动物的重要性。作为中学生的我们，同样可以在生活中尽我们所能地保护动物。请你以“how can we protect wild animals ”为题，写一篇不少于60个词的作文。标题已给出。以下问题供参考：
Suggested questions:
1. Is it important to protect wild animals
2. What are main threats to wild animals
3. How can we protect wild animals as middle school students
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参考答案
一、单项选择
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二、完型填空
1-5ABCDC 6-10BAACB
三、完成句子
1． gave up 2． bad feelings 3． According to
4． raise money 5． have in common
四、阅读理解
A)1-5CCBCC B)1-5CBBCC C)1-5BDBCB D)1-5BBBBD
五、短文选词填空
1．building 2．care 3．for 4．dangerous 5．die
6．so 7．litter 8．also 9．put 10．hope
六、补全对话
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七、阅读表达
1．Every day. 2．Sweet tea. 3．Special. 4．At tea time. 5．Water.
八、话题作文
How Can We Protect Wild Animals
It is very important to protect wild animals because they play a key role in keeping the balance of nature. However, many animals are in danger due to habitat loss, pollution, and illegal hunting.
As middle school students, we can help in many ways. First, we should avoid buying products made from wild animals, such as ivory or fur. Second, we can reduce waste to protect their habitats. Also, learning and sharing knowledge about endangered animals can raise the awareness of protecting wild animals.
Let’s work together to protect wild animals and our planet!