2023-2024学年广东省广州市南沙区八年级（上）期中英语试卷
一、 语法选择，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。
1．（10分）There once lived a very stupid king and queen.One day the queen had（1） baby daughter.When they saw their baby，they both cried out， "My goodness!She's hairless and toothless!It's a monster（怪物）（2） some medicine for her. "If you can't make her have hair and teeth，I'll kill you." the king said to the doctors.The doctors thought it was not possible，but they couldn't say（3） against the king's order.Just then，one of（4）
came up. "Oh，we shall certainly follow your（5） ，" he said， "but it takes time.We have to dig for something（6） a little medicine from the Kunlun Mountains when the snow melts for the second time.The snow melts on those mountains only once in six years.（7）
we need twelve years." At last the king agreed and the doctors took away the little baby.On her（8） birthday，they brought her back to her parents（9） long black hair and beautiful teeth.The king and queen were much（10） and gave the doctors many presents.
（1）A.a B.an C.the D. /
（2）A.prepare B.prepared C.to prepare D.preparing
（3）A.something B.anything C.nothing D.everything
（4）A.older doctor B.the oldest doctor C.the older doctors D.the oldest doctors
（5）A.advice B.advices C.advise D.advises
（6）A.makes B.to make C.make D.making
（7）A.However B.But C.Because D.So
（8）A.twelve B.twelfth C.the twelve D.the twelfth
（9）A.for B.to C.with D.of
（10）A.happier B.happiest C.happily D.happy
二、 完形填空，阅读下面短文，掌握其大意，然后从各题所给的 A、B、C 和 D 项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
（10分）Once upon a time，there were three trees on a hill.They were（2） their hopes and dreams.The first tree said，"I want to be a treasure（珍宝）box.Then I could be filled with（3） ."The second tree said，"Someday I will be a（4） .I will take the king across the sea."
Finally，the third said，"I want to grow to be the（5） tree in the forest.People will see me on the top of the hill."
However，several years later，the first tree was made into a wooden box for animals.And the second tree became a fishing ship.The last tree was still there6） knew him.
Then one day，a（7） mother wanted to make a wooden bed for her baby.She had no money（8） she chose the wooden box.The first tree could feel the baby was the greatest treasure for the mother.The second tree helped a fisherman in a heavy rain.For the last tree，when the villagers were tired，they could take a（9） under it on hot days.The three trees'（10）
came true.
Sometimes，when things don't happen as you expect，don't lose（11） .Wherever you are，please remember the decision you've made at first.Hold on to it!That's what we call"dream".
（2） A．looking for B．making up C．talking about D．writing about
（3） A．money B．time C．food D．love
（4） A．plane B．train C．bike D．ship
（5） A．shortest B．tallest C．oldest D．newest
（6） A．everyone B．anyone C．nobody D．somebody
（7） A．poor B．rich C．strange D．proud
（8） A．because B．or C．so D．till
（9） A．walk B．break C．shower D．breath
（10） A．reports B．risks C．interests D．dreams
（11） A．hope B．way C．change D．choice
三、阅读理解，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。
（8分）A young man went to an expert on gems（宝石） and wanted to learn from him.The expert shook his head.He worried that young men wouldn't have the patience to learn.In his opinion，they were always in a hurry.
The young man asked the expert many times to let him have a try.Finally the expert said， "Be here tomorrow."
The next morning the expert put a jade（翡翠） stone in the man's hand and told him to hold it.The expert then went about his work，cutting，fourth，and fifth day the expert repeated the action.
On the sixth day the young man still had to hold the jade stone，but he could no longer stand the silence. "Sir，" he asked
"You will learn，" the expert replied.
Several more days went by.The man became more and more impatient.However，when the expert placed a stone in his hand one morning，the young man shouted without looking at it， "This is not the same jade stone!"
"You have begun to learn，" the expert said with a smile.
（12）How long did the man hold the jade stone without asking anything？
A．For three days.
B．For five days.
C．For seven days.
D．For half a month.
（13）Why did the expert ask the man to hold a stone for days？
A．It was a way of learning.
B．He was too busy to teach the man.
C．It was all that he could give the man.
D．There was no other work for the man to do.
（14）How did the young man's feeling change？
A．worried → unhappy → nervous.
B．worried → nervous → unhappy.
C．excited → nervous → worried.
D．excited → unhappy → surprised.
（15）What does the passage mainly tell us？
A．A real expert on gems.
B．Some good learning habits.
C．The importance of patience.
D．The secret to learning quickly.
（8分）Do you know the numbers 0﹣9 well？They are numbers in Arabic numerals（阿拉伯数字）.
People use them to mark numbers now.But it's not the only number system that people use.
About 2，500 years ago，people in Rome used their hands to count.In Roman numerals，two fingers mean 2，three fingers mean 3，you can keep your four fingers close on one side and your thumb on the other side.Make both of your hands be five，then you'll have ten.So in Rome，II，III，V，VI，VII，IX，X".Also， "C" means one hundred， "D" means five hundred and "M" means one thousand.But there is no zero in Rome numerals.Todaythem because they are difficult to write and count.But we can still see them on some watches and clocks.
Today，most people use the Arabic numerals.They are easy to remember and write.They help people to count things every day.In fact，Indians first created and used the Arabic numerals.In the late 8th century，people around the world use Arabic numerals and they help a lot.
（16）Which of the following means five in Roman numerals？
A．5.
B．IV.
C．V.
D．X.
（17）What does the underlined word "them" in Paragraph 2 mean？
A．Arabic numerals.
B．Watches and clocks.
C．Zero.
D．Roman numerals.
（18）What do we know about Arabic numerals？
A．People in Rome don't use them.
B．Arabic people taught the Indians about them.
C．Only Arabic people use them today.
D．"0" means "zero" in Arabic numerals.
（19）Where is this passage probably taken from？
A．Diary
B．History book
C．Travel guide
D．Sports magazine
（8分）Happiness is important to everyone.Most people want to be happy but few know how to find happiness.Money and success don't bring lasting happiness.Happiness depends on ourselves.In other words，we make our own happiness.Some people believe that if they are wealthy，they will be able to buy anything they want，which means happiness.On the other hand，some people believe that holding a high position（地位），you have both money and many other things which can't be bought by money.However，other people believe that having lots of money is not happiness，or their intelligence，or their health.They think these can make them happy.
Here are a few ways to help you be happier.
The first secret of happiness is to enjoy the simple things in life.Sometimes we spend too much time thinking about the future，for example，getting into college or getting a good job（现状）.You should enjoy life's simple pleasures，such as reading a good book，or spending time with close friends.People who have close friends usually enjoy happier and healthier lives.
The second secret of happiness is to be active.Many people go dancing or play sports.People can forget about their problems and only think about the activities.
Finally，many people find happiness in helping others.According to studies，people feel good when they volunteer their time to do many meaningful things for other people.If you want to feel happier，go shopping to get food for an old neighbor，or simply help around the house.
Now maybe you know how to find happiness!
（20）The underlined word "wealthy" means " " in the article.
A．pleased
B．healthy
C．excited
D．rich
（21）Some people who hold a high position in the government think they can .
A．get money and something they can't buy with money
B．do what they want to do at any time
C．enjoy health which makes them work hard
D．take an active part in all kinds of activities every day
（22）Many people find it happy to .
A．remember the old days and troubles
B．do some meaningful things for others
C．think about the future
D．make much money and little success
（23）The passage mainly tells us .
A．how to find happiness
B．how to save happiness
C．to do something good for others
D．to make friends with others
（6分）
It's World Environment Day!
The city library prepared some surprises for you on June 5th.
Tell stories You can share stories about scientists or technology for environmental protection.It's OK if you aren't good at telling stories. Age：13～17 years old Place：in the hall of the first floor Time：8：00 a.m.～10：00 a.m.
Raise money（筹钱） You're welcome to be volunteers for our activity.All the money we raise will go to the charities（慈善机构）to help wild animals. Age：over 15 years old Place：in Room 305 of the third floor Time：10：00 a.m.～11：30 a.m.
Read books We'll provide books on nature for e and read in our reading club.You can share your ideas here with others. Age：all ages Place：in the paper book areas from the second floor to the fourth floor Time：2：00 p.m.～4：30 p.m.
Watch documentaries（纪录片） We'll offer some documentaries about serious environmental problems. Age：over 10 years old Place：in the movie center of the fifth floor Time：4：30 p.m.～7：30 p.m. The room can hold up to 50 people.So please call us one day earlier if you want to come.
（24）How long does the money﹣raising activity last？
A．Two hours.
B．Three hours.
C．One and a half hours.
D．Two and a half hours.
（25）What can we know from the text？
A．Even little kids can read in the club.
B．The library raises money to clean the city.
C．The storytelling activity is on the second floor.
D．The documentaries are about the history of the library.
（26）What's the writer's purpose of writing this passage？
A．To encourage us to love animals.
B．To show us the way to find good books.
C．To introduce some meaningful activities.
D．To tell us the importance of protecting the environment.
四、阅读填空，阅读短文及文后 A～E 选项，选出可以填入各题空白处的最佳选项，并在答题卡上 将该选项涂黑。
27．（5分）Mr.and Mrs.Van Buren travel a lot because of their work.They don't have much time to stay at home，so they decide to take their children，Gina and Bill（1）
They study at home，and their "home" changes once a month.They are in different countries every month.
（2） Today，Gina and Bill are visiting a museum in Paris.Gina loves the museum very much.There are lots of wonderful art works and paintings.She spends almost a day watching these beautiful and famous paintings.（3）
Bill and Gina have been to many places around the world，so the easiest subject for them is Geography.
They have learned it from real life：they have visited a lot of countries and they have seen real lakes，rivers，mountains and other things.What's more（4） And Mr.Van Buren teaches them languages.The children also use the Internet a lot.They send their homework to their teachers and get notes from their classmates.（5）
Bill and Gina love to travel with their parents.
A.Mrs.Van Buren teaches them Math. B.This month the Van Buren family is in France. C.The children have lessons every day，but not in a classroom. D.They also talk with their friends on the Internet. E．Bill is interested in art and he loves these paintings too.
五、语篇填词，根据下列短文及所给单词的首字母写出所缺单词。在填写答卷时，要求写出完整单词， 每空限填一词。
28．（6分）Hello，everyone.Let me share something with you about the mobile payment.As we know，the mobile payment is now becoming more and more （1） in China，not only in the city but also in the （2）c .As for my parents，they hardly ever （3 ） u paper money to pay for things.Instead，they always pay with apps on their mobile phones.I think the mobile payment makes our （4）l more convenient.We don't have to carry a lot of paper money when we want to buy something.What' s more，we can pay for things （5 ） a ，anywhere.I think it' s really a great （6）i .
六、 翻译句子。
29．（2分）随着年龄的增长，他学会了做很多不同的事。
30．（2分）很久以前，印度有一个国王
31．（2分）有些电脑很小，你有可能会忽略它们的存在。
七、完成句子。
32．（2分）全红婵出生在中国湛江市。
Quan Hongchan Zhanjiang，China.
33．（2分）在很小的时候，她就开始练习跳水，并盼望成为世界冠军。
From an early age，she practise diving，and to becoming the world champion.
34．（2分）对她而言，为国家赢得荣誉是非常重要的。
It is very for her honor for the country.
八、书面表达。
36．（15分）现在，几乎人人都拥有智能手机（smart phone）。智能手机在带给我们便利的同时，以"How to use smart phone properly（合理地）"为题写一篇短文。
优点 （1）就像一台电脑，可以做很多事情，例如：听音乐和发送电子邮件 （2）与家人朋友聊天。 （3）……（请你补充至少 1 个优点）
缺点 （1）玩手机游戏过多，不愿意学习。 （2）长期使用手机导致健康问题。 （3）……（请你补充至少 1 个缺点）
建议 （1）控制使用手机的时间。 （2）……（请你补充至少 1 个建议）
要求：
（1）词数：80 词左右；
（2）短文须包括所有内容要点，可以适当发挥，使短文连贯；
（3）不得透露学校、姓名等任何个人信息，否则不予评分。
How to use smart phone properly？
Nowadays，nearly everyone has a smart phone.____________________________________
参考答案
一、 语法选择，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。
1．【答案】ACBDA BDBCA
二、 完形填空，阅读下面短文，掌握其大意，然后从各题所给的 A、B、C 和 D 项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
【答案】CADBC ACBDA
三、阅读理解，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。
【答案】BADC
【答案】CDDB
【答案】DABA
【答案】CAC
四、阅读填空，阅读短文及文后 A～E 选项，选出可以填入各题空白处的最佳选项，并在答题卡上 将该选项涂黑。
27．【答案】CBEAD
五、语篇填词，根据下列短文及所给单词的首字母写出所缺单词。在填写答卷时，要求写出完整单词， 每空限填一词。
28．【答案】（1）popular（2）countryside（3）use（4）lives（5）anytime（6）invention
六、 翻译句子。
29．【答案】As he grows older，he learns to do many different things.
30．【答案】A long time ago，there was a king in India．
31．【答案】Some computers are very small，and you may ignore their existence.
七、完成句子。
32．【答案】was born in
33．【答案】started to/began to；looked forward to
34．【答案】important；to win
八、书面表达。
36．【答案】
How to use smart phone properly？
Nowadays，nearly everyone has a smart phone.Smart phones make our life simpler and more interesting.It's like a computer that can do a lot of things，such as listening to music，sending messages and pictures，and so on.The most important thing is to use it to keep in touch with family and friends.We can use it as a wallet.We can pay online instead of money.
However，it also brings us problems.Some students play mobile games so much that they are almost unwilling to study.Long term use of smart phones will also damage our health.Most of us have lost the habit of communicating with family or friends.
So you should use your smart phone correctly.Control the time of using the mobile municate with family and friends as much as possible.After watching the smartphone，you should do eye exercises.
