人教版英语初一上学期期中自测试卷及解答参考一、听力部分（本大题有20小题，每小题1分，共20分）1、What does the girl want to drink?A. TeaB. JuiceC. WaterAnswer: C. WaterExplanation: In this conversation, the boy asks the girl if she would like some tea or juice. The girl politely declines both offers and requests water instead. Therefore, the correct answer is C.2、Where are the two speakers?A. At a restaurantB. In a libraryC. At a bookstoreAnswer: B. In a libraryExplanation: The dialogue indicates that one person is looking for a specific book and the other directs them to the section where they can find it. The mention of books and sections suggests that the setting is a library, makingB the correct choice.3.You are listening to a conversation between a student and a teacher.Student: “Teacher, how do you like the new library at our school?”Teacher: “It’s fantastic! The books are well-organized and there are plenty of study rooms. But I still prefer the old one. Why don’t you go there and read some books?”Question: Where does the teacher prefer to read books?A. In the new libraryB. In the old libraryC. In a study roomD. At homeAnswer: B. In the old libraryExplanation: The teacher explicitly states that they still prefer the old library, which implies that they like to read books there.4.You are listening to a dialogue between two friends discussing a school event.Person A: “Hey, do you know what’s happening at the school tomorrow?”Person B: “Yes, there’s a science fair. They’re going to display various experiments and inventions.”Question: What is happening at the school tomorrow?A. A sports eventB. A music competitionC. A science fairD. A book fairAnswer: C. A science fairExplanation: Person B mentions that there’s a science fair happening at the school tomorrow, making it clear that the correct answer is C.5、What does Tom plan to do after school?A. Play basketball.B. Go to the library.C. Visit his friend.Answer: B. Go to the library.Explanation: In the dialogue, Tom mentions that he has a book report due tomorrow and needs to do some research at the library. Therefore, the correct answer is B.6、How will the weather be tomorrow according to the weather forecast?A. Sunny.B. Rainy.C. Cloudy.Answer: A. Sunny.Explanation: The weather forecast stated that there would be clear skies with plenty of sunshine expected for tomorrow, ruling out the possibility of rain or clouds. Thus, the correct choice is A.7.You hear a conversation between two students at a school library.A. Student A: I need to find some books for my science project.B. Student B: Sure, there’s a section for science books on the second floor.C. Student A: Can you help me find a book about the solar system?D. Student B: Absolutely, let me show you where the astronomy section is.Question: What are the students discussing?Answer: The students are discussing finding books for a science project. Explanation: The conversation revolves around Student A needing help to find books for a science project, which is indicated by the dialogue options A andC. The correct answer is derived from the information given in the dialogue.8.You hear a weather report on the radio.A. The temperature is expected to rise to 30 degrees Celsius today.B. There is a 70% chance of rain in the afternoon.C. The wind is expected to be strong, with speeds up to 25 kilometers per hour.D. The UV index is at a moderate level, so sun protection is recommended.Question: What is the weather forecast for today?Answer: The weather forecast includes a rise in temperature to 30 degrees Celsius. Explanation: The correct answer is derived from the information about the expected temperature, as stated in option A. The other options provide details about the chance of rain, wind speeds, and UV index, but they do not summarize the main weather forecast for the day.9、You will hear a dialogue between two students talking about their favorite subjects. Listen carefully and decide which subject the boy likes best.A. MathB. EnglishC. Art•Answer: B. English•Explanation: In the dialogue, the boy mentions that he enjoys learning new words and reading stories, indicating his preference for English class over Math or Art.Sample Dialogue:•Girl: “Hey, what’s your favorite subject?”•Boy: “I really enjoy English. Th ere are so many new words to learn and stories to read.”•Girl: “Oh, I like Math better because it’s all about solving problems.”10、You will hear a short monologue by a teacher explaining the importance of homework. Choose the main point of the monologue from the options below.A. Homework should be fun.B. Homework helps reinforce what is learned in class.C. Homework is optional.•Answer: B. Homework helps reinforce what is learned in class.•Explanation: The teacher emphasizes that doing homework regularly helps students remember and practice what they have learned during lessons, making option B the correct answer.Sample Monologue:“Good morning, class. Today we’re going to talk about why homework is important. It’s not just busywork; completing your homework assignments regularly helps you to reinforcewhat you’ve learned during our lessons. Practicing at home means you’ll understand the material better and perform well on your exams. So remember, while homework might sometimes seem challenging, it’s an essential part of your learning process.”11.You hear a conversation between two students, Alice and Bob, discussing their weekend plans.A. Alice: I’m going to the beach this weekend.B. Bob: That sounds great! Are you bringing your brother?Question: Where is Alice going this weekend?A. The beachB. The mountainsC. The beach with her brotherAnswer: AExplanation: In the conversation, Alice mentions, “I’m going to the beach this weekend,” which indicates her plan to go to the beach.12.You hear a teacher explaining the importance of studying for a test.Teacher: It’s important to study for tests because they help us understand what we’ve learned and prepare us for future challenges.Question: Why does the teacher say studying for tests is important?A. It’s fun to study.B. It helps us understand what we’ve learned and prepare for future challenges.C. Tests are the only way to measure our knowledge.Answer: BExplanation: The teacher explicitly states that studying for tests helps students understand what they’ve learned and prepares them for future challenges.13、What club does Peter want to join?•A) Art Club•B) Music Club•C) Sports Club•D) Science ClubAnswer: BExplanation: In the dialogue, Peter expresses his interest in playing musical instruments and singing, which indicates that he would like to join the Music Club.14、Why can’t Peter join the club this term?•A) He doesn’t have enough time.•B) The club is full.•C) He needs to improve his grades.•D) He has to take care of his sister.Answer: CEx planation: During the conversation, it is mentioned that Peter’sgrades have dropped recently, and he needs to focus on improving them before joining any extracurricular activities.15、What did Jane do last weekend?A. She stayed at home.B. She went to the movies.C. She visited her grandparents.D. She went shopping.Answer: C. She visited her grandparents.Explanation: In the conversation, Jane clearly states that she visited her grandparents and they had a great time together, including activities like helping in the garden and going to the park.16、When and where are Tom and his friend planning to meet?A. At the park at 7 o’clock.B. At the cinema at 7 o’clock.C. At the mall at 6 o’clock.D. At the restaurant at 8 o’clock.Answer: B. At the cinema at 7 o’clock.Explanation: The speakers agree to watch a new superhero film and decide to meet at the cinema at 7 o’clock on Saturday.17.You are listening to a conversation between two students at a school event. The conversation is about a new club that is being formed. Listen to the conversation and answer the question.Question: What is the name of the new club?A. Science ExplorersB. Art InnovatorsC. Music MakersD. Sports StarsAnswer: B. Art Innovators解析：In the conversation, one of the students says, “So, we’re starting an Art Innovators club for all the creative minds here.” This indicates that the new club is called “Art Innovators.”18.You are listening to a weather forecast for a city in China. The forecast includes information about the temperature, humidity, and weather conditions for the next three days. Listen to the forecast and answer the question.Question: What will the temperature be like on the third day?A. 15 degrees CelsiusB. 20 degrees CelsiusC. 25 degrees CelsiusD. 30 degrees CelsiusAnswer: C. 25 degrees Celsius解析：In the weather forecast, the presenter mentions, “For Wednesday, the temperature will rise to a round 25 degrees Celsius with a humidity of 60%.” This provides the information needed to answer the question correctly.19、What does Tom plan to do after school?A. Play basketballB. Go to the libraryC. Watch TVAnswer: B. Go to the libraryExplanation (解析): In the dialogue, Tom mentions that he has a lot of homework to do and would rather go to the library to study instead of playing basketball with his friends.20、How will Sarah get to the cinema?A. By busB. By bikeC. On footAnswer: C. On footExplanation (解析): During the conversation, Sarah states that the cinema isn’t far from her home and she prefers walking there to save the environment.二、阅读理解（30分）Passage:The school library is a place where students can find a variety of books, magazines, and other resources to help them with their studies. It’s also a quiet area where students can read and study without distractions. The library has several sections, each serving different purposes.One of the most popular sections is the fiction area, where students can find novels, short stories, and comic books. These books are great for relaxation and for sparking the imagination. Another section is the non-fiction area, which contains books on subjects like science, history, and art. These books are usefulfor students who need information for school projects or who are curious about the world around them.The library also has a reference section, which includes dictionaries, encyclopedias, and other reference materials. These resources are particularly helpful for students who need quick answers to questions or who are researching a topic in depth.Every Monday, the library hosts a book club where students can discuss their favorite books and share recommendations. This is a great way for students to connect with each other and broaden their reading horizons.Questions:1.What is the main purpose of the school library?A. To provide a quiet place for students to read and study.B. To host book clubs and literary events.C. To offer a variety of books and resources for students’ academic needs.D. To serve as a central meeting place for students.2.Which section of the library is best for students who want to relax and use their imagination?A. The reference sectionB. The fiction areaC. The non-fiction areaD. The book club area3.What is the main activity that takes place every Monday in the library?A. A reading competitionB. A book club discussionC. A science fair presentationD. A history quizAnswers:1.C2.B3.B三、完型填空（15分）Cloze TestDirections: Read the following passage. For each blank, there are four choices marked A, B, C, and D. Choose the best answer and fill in the corresponding letter on the answer sheet.Last Sunday, my family and I went to the zoo. It was a beautiful day. We saw many different kinds of animals. My favorite animal at the zoo is the 1 . They are so cute and smart. I also enjoyed watching the 2show. The trainer made the 3 jump through a hoop. After the show, we had some ice cream. It was very4 outside, so the ice cream felt really good. Before we left, I bought a5 ofa panda from the gift shop. It was a fun day!1.A. lion B. elephant C. monkey D. giraffe2.A. dolphin B. tiger C. bear D. zebra3.A. lion B. dolphin C. bear D. zebra4.A. cold B. rainy C. warm D. snowy5.A. photo B. book C. toy D. postcardAnswers1.C. monkey2.A. dolphin3.B. dolphin4.C. warm5.C. toyFeel free to adjust the difficulty or content based on the specific curriculum and vocabulary that the students have covered.四、语法填空题（本大题有10小题，每小题1分，共10分）1、My mother always says, “Finish your homework first,______ you can watch TV.”A. butB. andC. soD. orAnswer: BExplanation: The sentence indicates a sequence of actions, where one follows the other without interruption. The correct conjunction to express this is “and.”2、The students are very excited about the school tripbecause____________they will finally get to see the ocean.A. theyB. itC. whichD. thereAnswer: AExplanation: The sentence requires a pronoun to refer back to “the students” in the relative clause. “They” is the correct pronoun to maintain the subject-verb agreement and refer to the students.3、After_______(finish) your homework, you should check it carefully.•Answer: finishing•Explanation: After is a preposition, and it requires a gerund (a verb form ending in -ing) after it.4、The teacher asked us to write an essay about_______(we) summer vacation.•Answer: our•Explanation: The pronoun must agree with the possessive adjective that modifies the noun “summer vacation.” In this case, “our” is thecorrect possessive adjective form to use before “summer vacation.”These types of exercises help students practice their understanding of basic grammatical structures in English, such as verb forms and pronoun usage.5、My mother often______(go) shopping on weekends.Answer: goesExplanation: The sentence describes a general, repeated action, so thesimple present tense is used. “Goes” is the correct form of the verb “go” to match the subject “my mother.”6、If I______(have) more time, I would travel to Japan next summer.Answer: hadExplanation: The sentence expresses a condition that is not true at present, so the past perfect tense is used to refer to an unreal past situation. “Had” is the c orrect form of the verb “have” in this context.7、Complete the following sentence by filling in the blank with the correct form of the word given in brackets.Example: She_______(read) a book every night.Answer: readsExplanation:The verb needs to agree with the subject “She” in the third person singular form.Question:It was raining heavily, so we decided_______(stay) at home.Answer:Explanation:8、Fill in the blank with the appropriate preposition.Example: We go to school_______Monday to Friday.Answer: fromExplanation:“From…to…” is used to indicate a range.Question:We need to finish our homework_______class.Answer:Explanation:Let’s complete these sentences now:{“code”: “question_7 = {‘question’: ‘It was raining heavily, so we decided_______(s tay) at home.’, ‘answer’: ‘to stay’, ‘explanation’: ‘After a verb like \’decide\’, we use the infinitive form (to + verb).’}; question_8 = {‘question’: ‘We need to finish our homework_______class.’, ‘answer’: ‘after’, ‘explanation’: ‘Depending on context, \’after\’ is appropriate as it suggests the time when something happens.’}; questions = [question_7, question_8]; questions”}9、Complete the following sentence with the correct form of the verb in brackets.We________(have) a wonderful time at the party last night.(Answer: had)(Explanation: The past simple tense is used here to describe a completed action in the past. The correct form of the verb “to have” in the past tense is “had”.)10、Fill in the blank using the appropriate form of the given word.The teacher asked us to write an essay about our________(hero) in history. (Answer: heroes)(Explanation: The blank requires a plural noun because it refers to multiplehistorical figures that students might admire. The correct form of “hero” in plural is “heroes”.)五、简答题（本大题有5小题，每小题2分，共10分）1、What does the word “environment” mean in English?Answer: The environment refers to all the things around us, including both living things (like plants and animals) and non-living things (like air, water, and buildings). It encompasses our surroundings and the conditions under which we live and work.Explanation: In this context, “environment” can be understood as the total sum of all external conditions affecting the life, development, and persistence of an organism or population of organisms. In everyday language, it often refers to the natural world and the human-made elements that coexist within it.2、Translate the following sentence into English: “我们应该保护环境.”Answer: We should protect the environment.Explanation: The Chinese sentence “我们应该保护环境” translates directly to “We should protect the environment.” Here, “我们”means “we,” “应该”means “should,” “保护”means “protect,” and “环境”means “the environment.” This sentence reflects the importance of environmental protection as a collective responsibility.Would you like me to generate more questions or assist with another task?3、What are the benefits of reading English stories for improving yourlanguage skills? Please list at least three benefits and briefly explain each one. (建议回答字数：50-80词)Answer:Reading English stories can improve vocabulary, as you encounter new words in context. It also enhances comprehension by exposing you to different sentence structures and idiomatic expressions. Finally, it boosts cultural understanding, as stories often contain references to the customs and traditions ofEnglish-speaking countries.Explanation:This question is designed to assess students’ awareness of how engaging with authentic materials such as stories can support their language learning. The answer provided covers three key areas: vocabulary expansion, improved reading comprehension, and increased cultural knowledge, all of which are essential components of language acquisition.4、Imagine you have a pen pal from an English-speaking country. Write a short paragraph introducing yourself, including your name, age, hobbies, and something interesting about your hometown. (建议回答字数：60-100词) Answer:Hi, my name is Li Hua, and I’m 13 years old. I enjoy playing basketball and listening to music. My favorite subject at school is history because I love learning about the past. I live in a beautiful city called Hangzhou, which is famous for its West Lake. The lake is surrounded by mountains and has manyhistorical sites around it. I hope we can share more about our lives soon!Explanation:This question aims to test students’ ability to use English to communicate personal information and interests, which is a practical skill when making friends or exchanging letters with someone from another culture. The sample answer demonstrates how to structure a self-introduction, covering basic personal details, hobbies, and a unique aspect of the student’s home location, encouraging the exchange of cultural experiences.5、Why is it important for students to learn English as a foreign language?Answer: Learning English as a foreign language is important for students for several reasons. Firstly, it opens up opportunities for them to communicate with people from different cultures around the world, which can enhance their understanding of global issues and promote cultural exchange. Secondly, English is widely used as a global lingua franca in business, science, and technology, making it a valuable skill for future career prospects. Lastly, learning a new language can improve cognitive abilities and enhance problem-solving skills.Explanation: This question requires students to think about the significance of learning English as a foreign language. They should mention the benefits of cultural exchange, career opportunities, and cognitive development. It is essential for students to recognize the practical and personal advantages of learning English.六、书面表达题（15分）Writing Task (Written Expression)Topic: My Best FriendInstructions: Write a short essay about your best friend. Include information about what he or she looks like, what you both like to do together, and why this person is your best friend. Your composition should be no less than 60 words. Use correct English grammar and spelling.Sample AnswerMy best friend’s name is Sarah. She has long brown hair that falls just below her shoulders, and her eyes are as blue as the ocean. We both love playing basketball, and we often go to the park near our school to practice our shots after school. Sarah is my best friend because she always listens to me when I have something to say, and she makes me laugh even when I’m feeling down. She is kind and thoughtful, and that’s why I value our friendship so mu ch.AnalysisThis composition meets the requirements because:1.Description: It describes the appearance of the friend (long brown hair, blue eyes).2.Activities: It mentions what they like doing together (playing basketball at the park).3.Reasons for Friendship: It explains why the person is considered a best friend (good listener, makes them laugh, kind and thoughtful).4.Length: The answer is concise but more than 60 words, fitting theconstraints given.5.Grammar and Spelling: The sentence structure is clear, and there are no obvious grammatical errors or misspellings.The student has effectively communicated personal details about their best friend in a way that showcases their ability to use English in a descriptive manner while adhering to the instructions provided.。
