1、四川省宜宾市叙州区龙文学校2023-2024学年九年级上学期期中考试英语试题一、听短对话选答案1Which language would the boy like to learn? AChinese.BFrench.CEnglish.2Whats Helens favorite festival?AThe Mid-Autumn Festival.BThe Dragon Boat Festival.CThe Spring Festival.3Who used to be afraid of being alone? AEmily.BCandy.CPaula.4Where was the kni
2、fe made? AIn Switzerland.BIn France.CIn Germany.5What will the weather be like on Tuesday? ASunny.BSnowy.CRainy.二、听长对话选答案听一段短对话，回答下面两个小题。 6When is their mothers birthday?AJune 15th.BJune 16th.CJune 17th.7What will they buy for their mother?ASome chocolate.BA cake.CA T-shirt.听下面一段对话，回答小题。 8Why did th
3、e girl stay up late last night?ABecause she read a novel.BBecause she drew a picture.CBecause she studied for a test.9When does the girl often go to bed?ABefore 9:30 p.m.BBefore 10:30 p.m.CBefore 11:00 p.m.10Where is the girl probably now?AAt home.BIn the supermarket.CAt school.听下面一段对话，回答小题。 11Who w
4、ill give a talk?AAn inventor.BA writer.CA teacher.12When will the talk begin?AOn Saturday afternoon.BOn Sunday morning.COn Sunday afternoon.13Where will they listen to the talk?AIn the library.BIn the meeting room.CIn the hall.听下面一段对话，回答小题。 14What does Nancy want to do?APlay the piano.BMake a band.C
5、Give a concert.15What is Tom like?AShy.BOutgoing.CBrave.16How long will Tom spend practicing the piano?AFor about 3 days.BFor about 5 days.CFor about 7 days.三、听短文选答案听下面一段对话，回答小题。 17How old is Li Ming?A12.B13.C14.18How often does Li Ming have sports training?AThree times a week.BFour times a week.CFi
6、ve times a week.19What do Li Mings parents want him to be?AA P.E teacher.BA tennis star.CA professional coach.20What does Li Ming hope to do?AHe hopes to make much money.BHe hopes to make his own decision.CHe hopes to travel around the world.四、完形填空Paper cutting is an ancient art form and it has been
7、 around for over 1,500 years. 21 , it is disappearing now. Voyo Woo, a paper cutting artist, works hard and hopes to bring the 22 back to life. Voyo Woo began to study paper cutting when she was 14 years old. And she developed a special love for paper cutting. Voyo Woo came to the US after she finis
8、hed college. When in the US, she was often invited to 23 paper cutting at all kinds of events. Soon after, she decided to spread Chinese paper cutting to the rest of the world.Ms. Woo said, “I saw so many people coming to ask me about paper cutting. I was 24 . I think its time to promote (推广) paper
9、cutting to American people or anyone who is 25 in it. Perhaps it will also make more people become interested in it.”21AInsteadBAgainCAnywayDHowever22AtraditionBartCproductDbrand23AlearnBadmireCperformDbuy24AboredBsurprisedCworriedDangry25AbusyBhelpfulCinterestedDenjoyableEtiquette(礼节) is not the sa
10、me in every culture or in every situation. For example, standing very close to the person you are talking withis quite 26 in some Asian countries. However, 27 you do this in Europe, some European people might feel uncomfortable. Even in China, we all know that etiquette is not the same in all 28 . P
11、erhaps we think that talking loudly in our own homes is fine, but there are other places where talking loudly is not allowed. For example, most people would agree that talking loudly in a library, museum, or movie theater is 29 . Even if you are with your friends, it is better to keep your voice dow
12、n in public places.If we see someone breaking the rules of etiquette, we may politely give them some 30 .Perhaps one of the most polite ways is to 31 someone, “Would you mind doing this?” For example, if someone cuts in front of you in a line, you could ask him, “Sorry, would you mind 32 in line?” P
13、eople dont usually like to be criticized(批评), so we have to be 33 how we do this.Although rules of etiquette can often be 34 , some rules are the same almost everywhere in the world! For example, dropping litter is almost 35 allowed. If you see someone you know doing this, you can ask him, “Would yo
14、u mind picking it up?”26AcommonBunusualCdifficultDconvenient27AafterBifCsinceDuntil28AlanguagesBculturesCsituationsDhomes29AspecialBimpoliteCimpossibleDproper30AeducationBattentionCconversationsDsuggestions31AwarnBaskCorderDchallenge32AwaitingBjumpingCcuttingDjoining33AcarefulBrelaxedCquietDnervous3
15、4AstrictBdifferentCseriousDstrange35AalwaysBoftenCeverDnever五、阅读单选Some small inventions have changed peoples life in history and they are still widely used in different parts of the world. Here are 4 small inventions.InventionsMore informationPaper moneyThe Chinese invented paper money in the 9th ce
16、ntury. It used to be called “flying money” because it was so light that it could be blown out of ones hand. At first, it was used by businessmen. In 1024, the Song government took over the printing of paper money. Today, paper money is still widely used around the world.ChopsticksChopsticks appeared
17、 in China as far as about 4,000 years ago. Copper (铜) and steel chopsticks appeared in the Spring and Autumn Period. Lacquer（漆） chopsticks came, followed by gold and silver in the Han Dynasty. Today, we have chopsticks made of different materials such as wood and plastic.KitesKites have been around
18、for a long time. The Chinese invented kites over 2,000 years ago. It is said that a man named Mo Zi made the first kite which looked like a bird. Marco Polo visited China in the Tang Dynasty and brought kites back to Europe with him.TelephonesThe first telephone was invented by Bell. In 1875, Mr. Be
19、ll learned how to send musical notes through an instrument similar to a telephone. Bell finished a successful experiment (实验) which marked the birth of the telephone on March 10th, 1876. Telephones make people keep in touch with each other better.36Why was paper money called “flying money”?ABecause
20、it could fly everywhere.BBecause it looked like a flying object.CBecause it was light and could be blown out of the hand.DBecause the government printed money with flying paper.37When did silver chopsticks appear in China?AIn the Spring and Autumn Period.BIn the Han Dynasty.CIn the Tang Dynasty.DIn
21、the Song Dynasty.38Who took kites to Europe in Tang Dynasty?AThe Chinese.BMo Zi.CBell.DMarco Pole.39What can we know about the invention of telephones?ABell invented the first telephone.BThe telephone was invented by accident.CThe first telephone was invented in 1875.DBell sent musical notes through
22、 a telephone in 1875.40Which invention has the longest history?APaper moneyBChopsticksCKitesDTelephonesFights at school sometimes happen. But how can you keep away from a fight? Heres something you can do.Be calm (冷静). Sometimes, you feel so angry that you really want to teach somebody a lesson. But
23、 being angry cant solve problems. Neither can a fight. Instead, it may bring you more problems. In the school, everyone involved (卷入) in a fight will be punished, no matter who started it. There are no winners in a fight.Shout loudly. If you know someone is coming up behind you to attack, turn towar
24、d the person with your hands up in front of your body and loudly say “stop” before walking away. Loud voice can usually make the attacker calm down. If the person doesnt stop, cry for help by calling out the name of a teacher whose office is nearby._ Your friend may ask you to join in a fight. Learn
25、 to say no. Helping him fight is not really helpful to him. If you really want to give him a hand, try to ask him to give it up. Also, you can tell him if he gets involved in a fight, he may get hurt and be punished. Then, try to learn why he wants a fight and help him find a right way to deal with
26、the problem.41How many tips does the passage mention?AOne.BTwo.CThree.DFour.42The underlined word “attack” in Paragraph 3 means “_” in Chinese.A拥抱B攻击C阻拦D吸引43Which of the following sentences can be put in the _?AFace bravely.BJoin in a fight.CLearn to refuse.DTalk to someone.44The passage is written
27、to _.Ateach students how to keep safeBencourage students to work hardCadvise students to help each otherDhelp students keep away from fights45The passage is written in a(n) _ tone (语气).Asad.Bangry.Chumorous.Dserious.According to a survey, most Chinese students used to have too much homework every da
28、y, and over 75 percent of the children, from Grade 1 to Grade 12, took part in subject tutoring ( 辅导 ) course after school. These led to many social problems such as students health problems and huge family costs.To reduce the excessive（过度的）homework load and after-school tutoring hours for students,
29、 a new policy was introduced by the Chinese government on July 24th, 2021. It makes sure that the students have enough time for sports, play and hobbies.According to the policy, primary and middle schools are asked to offer after-school services, including homework tutoring, sports groups, art group
30、s and so on. Teachers cant give written homework to children in Grade 1 and 2. For students from Grade 3 to 9, the time for their homework is strictly limited. It should take no more than 90 minutes for middle school students to finish their homework. No subject tutoring courses can be taught on wee
31、kends, national holidays or during winter and summer vacations.Students are under less schoolwork pressure with the help of the new policy. Zhang Mingming, 7, from Chengdu says she has more free time to enjoy what she likes to do! Li Hua, 11, a pupil from Yibin says, “Im happy to find there are fewe
32、r exams.” “For sure, I am less stressed out. But at the same time, it makes me worry about what level I am at.” Han Mei, 15, from Chongqing.Many parents showed their support for the new policy. However, some parents are worried about the exam results of their children.46Whats the result of too much
33、homework and subject tutoring courses?AParents health problems and huge costs.BToo much work pressure for the teachers.CStudents health problems and huge family costs.DDisagreements between parents and their children.47The purpose of the new policy is to _.Amake the students feel happyBget the suppo
34、rt from the parentsCencourage the students to take part in more outdoor activitiesDreduce the excessive homework load and after-school tutoring hours for students48According to the policy, the schools should offer _.homework tutoringart groupsexam resultssports groupsABCD49What does the underlined w
35、ord “limited”mean in Chinese?A限制B浪费C节约D利用50Which of the following is TRUE?AHan Mei is worried about her level.BLi Hua has more free time to have fun.CZhang Mingming worries about her grades.DHan Mei is happy because of fewer exams.六、阅读还原6选5请阅读下面短文，根据语篇内容，从所给的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项，使短文意思通顺。选项中有一项为多余项。“When
36、 I was young, Id listen to the radio.” It is a beautiful song called Yesterday Once More. I heard it for the first time after I graduated from middle school. The song moved me deeply. 51 Every time I heard this song, my middle school life was recalled. The middle school life was an unforgettable exp
37、erience for me.My middle school life was very full. I got up at 6:00 in the morning, and then began our morning reading. 52 After the morning reading, we had four classes in the morning and four classes in the afternoon. And we had a lot of things to do every day. Over the three years, I worked very
38、 hard. Although I had difficulties in learning math and history, I tried my best to learn them well. 53 I really want to thank the important people in my life who helped and supported memy parents, my teachers and my classmates. 54 I didnt study alone. For me, all the memories in this period are wor
39、th remembering in my whole lifetime. 55 I really wish the past to comeback like it does in the song. “Its yesterday once more. Every sha-la-la-la, every wo-o-wo-o, still shines!”AIt reminded me of the past days.BHigh school is the beginning of a new life.CIn short, my middle school life was unforget
40、table.DFinally, I went to my dream high school successfully.EThey encouraged me to study hard and never give up all the time.FFor us, the morning time is very valuable because we have the best memory at that time.七、根据首字母填空56Jerry is often p by his parents if he tells lies.57It rained hard this morni
41、ng, but nobody was a from school.58When I go to another country, I like to buy something in the l shop.59Yibin is k for Wuliangye and burning noodles.八、根据句意及音标填空60The girl always keeps silent in class. She /seldm/ answers teachers questions.61The pilot tried to / vd/ an accident by slowing down the
42、speed of the plane.62You will find your parents words are /krekt/ sooner or later.九、根据汉语提示填空63You can improve your pronunciation by (重复) after the tapes.64These doctors and nurses are (英雄) that our nation would admire.65My grandma treats everyone with kindness and (温暖).十、语法填空根据下面短文，在空白处填入 1 个适当的单词或括
43、号内单词的正确形式，并将答案填写在答题卡的相应位置。The umbrella is a common object. It keeps the rain and the sun off the people. Most umbrellas can be 66 (fold) up so it is easy to carry them.However, the umbrellas have not always been a common as it is now. In the past, it was a symbol of 67 (important). Some African coun
44、tries still use umbrellas 68 this way. Someone 69 (carry) an umbrella and walks behind the king or an important person.Umbrellas are very old. People in different parts of the world began 70 (use) umbrellas at different times. The Chinese had them more than 3, 000 years ago. From there, umbrellas 71
45、 (travel) to India and Egypt. In Greece and Rome, men wouldnt use 72 (they). They believed umbrellas were only for women.England was probably the 73 (one) country in Europe where common people use umbrellas against for rain. The weather there is very 74 (rain) and umbrellas are very useful.Everybody
46、 uses umbrellas today. The next time you carry one, thinking that for 75 (century) only great men and women use them, youll feel you are important people, too.十一、阅读填表阅读下面短文，根据其内容，完成表格中所缺的信息，并将答案填写在答题卡的相应位置（每空一词）。If there is one place you can really call wonderland, thats Zhangjiajie. Zhangjiajie is a beautif
