2024年外研版英语中考自测试题及解答参考一、听力部分（本大题有20小题，每小题1分，共20分）1、What does the woman mean when she says “I’m going to take a rain check”?A)She will go out another day.B)She doesn’t want to go out in the rain.C)She needs to check the weather forecast first.D)She has already had her rain check.Answer: A) She will go out another day.Explanation: The phrase “take a rain check” is an idiom that means to postpone or reschedule an activity to a more convenient time. The woman is suggesting that she will go out with the man another time, not necessarily because it’s raining at the moment.2、How does the man prefer to communicate with his friends?A)Through email.B)On the phone.C)By text message.D)In person.Answer: C) By text message.Explanation: The man mentions that h e texts his friends a lot because it’s quick and easy. This indicates his preference for communication through textmessages rather than email, phone calls, or face-to-face conversations.3、You will hear a conversation between two friends about their weekend plans. Listen carefully and choose the best answer to the question.What is the man planning to do this weekend?A. Go hiking.B. Visit a museum.C. Take a trip to the beach.Answer: CExplanation: In the conversation, the man says, “I’m thinking of tak ing a trip to the beach this weekend,” which indicates that he is planning to go to the beach.4、You will hear a short talk about the benefits of reading. Listen carefully and answer the question.What is one of the benefits of reading mentioned in the talk?A. It improves memory.B. It increases vocabulary.C. It reduces stress.Answer: BExplanation: The speaker in the talk mentions, “Reading can also increase your vocabulary, which is great for language learning and communication skills,” highlighting that one of the benefits of reading is an increase in vocabulary.5、Listen to the conversation between two friends and choose the best answerto complete the following sentence.A) They are planning a trip.B) They are discussing their studies.C) They are watching a movie.Question: What are the two friends doing?Answer: B) They are discussing their studies.Explanation: The conversation starts with one friend asking about the other’s study plan, indicating that they are talking about their s tudies.6、Listen to the dialogue between a student and a teacher and answer the question.Question: Why does the student feel sad?A)Because he didn’t pass the exam.B)Because he has to stay after school.C)Because he forgot his homework.Answer: A) Because he didn’t pass the exam.Explanation: The student expresses his sadness by saying, “I’m so disappointed that I didn’t pass the exam,” which clearly indicates that he is upset about his performance in the exam.7.W: Excuse me, could you tell me the way to the nearest post office? M: Sure. It’s on the opposite side of the street. You can’t miss it.Question: What does the man mean?A. The post office is on the same street.B. The post office is on the opposite side of the street.C. The post office is not far from the street.D. The post office is on the right side of the street.Answer: BExplanation: The man tells the woman that the post office is on the opposite side of the street, which means it’s on the other side of the street they are currently on. Therefore, the correct answer is B.8.M: Hi, Jane. How was your trip to Beijing?W: It was amazing! I saw the Great Wall, the Forbidden City, and the Summer Palace. The food was delicious too.Question: What did Jane see during her trip to Beijing?A. The Great Wall and the Forbidden City.B. The Summer Palace and the Great Wall.C. The Forbidden City and the Summer Palace.D. All of the above.Answer: DExplanation: The woman mentions that she saw the Great Wall, the Forbidden City, and the Summer Palace during her trip to Beijing. Therefore, the correct answer is D, as it includes all the places she visited.9.You are listening to a conversation between two friends at a bookstore.A. The woman is looking for a book on cooking.B. The man is helping the woman find a book.C. They are discussing the best books to read.D. The woman is asking for advice on a new recipe.Answer: BExplanation: The conversation is between two friends at a bookstore, with the man helping the woman find a book. This is indicated by the man asking the woman what she is looking for and then guiding her to the appropriate section of the store.10.You are listening to a weather report on a local radio station.A. It will be sunny and warm today, but a storm is expected tonight.B. There is a high chance of rain today, but it will clear up in the afternoon.C. The temperature will drop significantly tonight, and it will be windy.D. It will be a beautiful day with a slight chance of a shower in the evening.Answer: AExplanation: The weather report mentions that it will be sunny and warm during the day, but then specifically states that a storm is expected tonight. This is the key detail that matches option A. The other options either mention different weather conditions or do not include the expected storm.11.You hear a conversation between two friends at a bookstore.A. The woman is looking for a book on cooking.B. The man suggests buying a book on gardening.C. They are discussing the best books for children.D. The woman recommends a book on fitness.Answer: CExplanation: The woman says, “I think we should look for some good children’s books,” indicating that they are discussing the best books for children.12.You hear a radio interview with a famous author.A. The author discusses his latest science fiction novel.B. The author reflects on his early days as a writer.C. The author explains the inspiration behind his new book.D. The author reads an excerpt from his upcoming novel.Answer: BExplanation: The author says, “Looking back, my early experiences as a writer shaped my style and themes,” which suggests that the interview is about the author reflecting on his early days as a writer.13.You are listening to a conversation between a student and a teacher.Student: Professor, how can I improve my English speaking skills? Teacher: Well, practicing speaking with native speakers is a great way to start. You can also join a language exchange group or find a language partner.Question: What does the teacher suggest the student do to improve their English speaking skills?A. Join a language exchange groupB. Find a language partnerC. Both A and BD. None of the aboveAnswer: CExplanation: The teacher suggests two ways to improve the student’s English speaking skills: joining a language exchange group and finding a language partner. Therefore, the correct answer is C.14.Listen to a short passage about a famous author and answer the question.Passage: J.K. Rowling, the author of the Harry Potter series, was born on July 31, 1965, in Yate, Gloucestershire, England. She has written seven books in the series, which have become a global phenomenon. Rowling is also known for her advocacy work for children’s rights.Question: What is J.K. Rowling famous for?A. Her advocacy work for children’s rightsB. The Harry Potter seriesC. Both A and BD. None of the aboveAnswer: CExplanation: The passage mentions that J.K. Rowling is famous for writing the Harry Potter series and for her advocacy work for children’s rights. Therefore, the correct answer is C.15.Listen to the conversation and answer the question.W: How was your trip to the mountains last weekend?M: It was amazing! We hiked for hours and enjoyed the beautiful scenery. What about you?Q: What did the man do last weekend?A: He went on a trip to the mountains.B: He stayed at home.C: He visited a friend.Answer: AExplanation: The man mentions that he went on a trip to the mountains, which indicates that he spent the weekend there.16.Listen to the dialogue and complete the following sentence with the correct word.W: Do you think we should buy a new car this year?M: Well, I think we need to consider a few things first. What about the budget?W: Yes, the budget is important. But what about the model?M: I think we should go for something reliable and fuel-efficient.W: That sounds good. And how about the color?M: I prefer something classic and not too flashy.Fill in the blank: The color of the new car should be ______.A: brightB: classicC: modernAnswer: BExplanation: The man prefers something “classic and not too flashy,” indicating that the color of the new car should be “classic.”17.You hear a conversation between two friends discussing their weekend plans.A. They are planning to go hiking.B. They are planning to go shopping.C. They are planning to go to a movie.Answer: BExplanation: The conversation indicates that they are discussing the latest fashion trends and where to find the best deals, suggesting they are planning to go shopping.18.You hear a radio announcement about a local event.A. It’s a charity run for cancer awareness.B. It’s a music festival.C. It’s a book fai r.Answer: AExplanation: The announcement mentions the event’s purpose to raise funds for cancer research and the participants’ dedication to the cause, which indicates it’s a charity run.19.You hear a conversation between two friends at a coffee shop.A. The man is waiting for a coffee to be ready.B. The woman is trying to make a coffee.C. The man is teaching the woman how to make coffee.D. The woman is asking the man to buy her a coffee.Answer: AExplanation: The conversation indicates that the man is waiting for his coffee to be made, which suggests he is at a coffee shop.20.You hear a news report about a local community event.A. The event is a charity run.B. The event is a music festival.C. The event is a book fair.D. The event is a sports competition.Answer: CExplanation: The news report mentions that there will be books for sale and authors present, indicating that the event is a book fair.二、阅读理解（30分）Reading ComprehensionPassage:In the small town of Willow Creek, there was once a beautiful forest filled with a variety of trees, flowers, and animals. The forest was a place where children would play, families would picnic, and nature lovers would walk. However, over time, the forest began to change. The trees were cut down for timber, the flowers were replaced by weeds, and the animals found new homes elsewhere. The once vibrant forest became a sad, abandoned place.One day, a young girl named Emily decided to take action. She believed thatthe forest could be restored to its former glory. With the help of her friends and neighbors, Emily began to plant trees, remove weeds, and clean up the mess left behind. They worked tirelessly, often coming together on weekends to make a difference.As the days passed, the forest began to show signs of life again. The trees grew taller, the flowers bloomed, and the animals returned. Emily’s efforts were noticed by the town’s residents, and they too began to help. Together, they turned the abandoned forest into a place of beauty and hope once more.Questions:1.What was the initial state of the forest in Willow Creek?A) It was a place of beauty and tranquility.B) It was a place of industrial activity.C) It was a place of sadness and neglect.D) It was a place of destruction and chaos.2.Who took the initiative to restore the forest?A) The local governmentB) A group of touristsC) A young girl named EmilyD) A team of volunteers3.What was the result of Emily’s efforts?A) The forest remained abandoned and neglected.B) The forest was completely destroyed.C) The forest was restored to its former glory.D) The forest was turned into a park for the town.Answers:1.C) It was a place of sadness and neglect.2.C) A young girl named Emily3.C) The forest was restored to its former glory.三、完型填空（15分）Section 3: Cloze TestRead the following passage and choose the best word for each blank from the options given below.In the small town of Greenfield, there was a unique tradition that took place every year. The [1] of the town would gather at the town square to celebrate the Harvest Festival. This festival was a time for [2] and thankfulness for the bountiful crops that the community had produced.One year, a new family moved to Greenfield. The parents, Mr. andMrs. Johnson, were very excited about joining in the town’s festivities. However, they had never participated in such an event before. They were curious about the [3] of the festival and what they could expect.The morning of the festival, Mr. Johnson decided to go to the local library to learn more about the tradition. He found a book that explained the [4] of the Harvest Festival. It talked about the importance of giving thanks for the harvest and the role of each family in contributing to the community’sprosperity.The Johnsons were eager to participate. They [5] a large basket of fresh produce and vegetables to the festival, and they were warmly welcomed by the townspeople. They learned that the festival also included music, dancing, anda delicious feast for everyone.1.A) inhabitantsB) citizensC) residentsD) locals2.A) celebrationB) sadnessC) confusionD) fear3.A) historyB) rulesC) secretsD) progress4.A) originB) processC) outcomeD) changes5.A) boughtB) borrowedC) gatheredD) broughtAnswers:1.C) residents2.A) celebration3.A) history4.A) origin5.D) brought四、语法填空题（本大题有10小题，每小题1分，共10分）1、The book_______(be) on the desk is my favorite one.答案：is解析：根据题意，我们需要用一般现在时态，因为这本书现在在桌子上。
