2024年外研版英语初二上学期复习试题及解答参考一、听力部分（本大题有20小题，每小题1分，共20分）1、Listen to the conversation and choose the best answer to the question you hear. Question: What is the weather like today?A. SunnyB. RainyC. CloudyD. WindyAnswer: AExplanation: The woman says, “It’s a sunny day today,” which indicates that the weather is sunny.2、Listen to the dialogue and complete the following sentence with the missing word you hear.Question: The man is planning to___________this weekend.A. go to the beachB. stay at homeC. visit a friendD. go shoppingAnswer: CExplanation: The man says, “I’m planning to visit a friend this weekend,”which is the missing word in the sentence.3、You are listening to a conversation between two students in the library.A. The man is borrowing a book.B. The woman is returning a book.C. They are discussing a book they recently read.D. The man is asking for help finding a book.Answer: DExplanation: In the conversation, the man says, “Excuse me, could you help me find the book on ancient civi lizations?” This indicates that he is asking for help finding a book, making option D the correct answer.4、You are listening to a short dialogue at a bookstore.A. The woman is looking for a novel.B. The man is recommending a non-fiction book.C. The woman is asking for help with a school project.D. The man is suggesting a book for a gift.Answer: BExplanation: The woman says, “I need a book on environmental issues for my science class.” The man responds by recommending, “How about ‘The Green Planet’? It’s a great overview of environmental science.” This shows that the man is suggesting a non-fiction book, making option B the correct answer.5.You are listening to a conversation between a student and a teacher.Student: Hello, Miss White. How was your weekend?Teacher: Oh, it was quite busy. I went hiking with my friends. How about you? Student: I stayed at home and watched some movies. I watched a comedy and a horror movie. Which one did you like more?Teacher: I preferred the comedy because it was funny and relaxing.Question: What did the teacher prefer to do during the weekend?A) Watch moviesB) Go hikingC) Stay at homeD) Visit a friendAnswer: B) Go hikingExplanation: The teacher mentioned that she went hiking with her friends, so the correct answer is B) Go hiking.6.You are listening to a radio program about healthy eating habits.Host: Today, we’re discussing the importance of eating a balanced diet. Dr. Smith, can you explain why it’s important to include fruits and vegetables in our daily meals?Dr. Smith: Absolutely. Fruits and vegetables are rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. They help boost our immune system, improve digestion, and reduce the risk of chronic diseases like heart disease and cancer.Question: What are the main benefits of eating fruits and vegetables according to Dr. Smith?A) Boosting the immune system and improving digestionB) Losing weight and reducing stressC) Increasing energy levels and improving memoryD) Enhancing physical appearance and reducing the risk of chronic diseasesAnswer: A) Boosting the immune system and improving digestionExplanation: Dr. Smith explained that fruits and vegetables help boost the immune system and improve digestion, so the correct answer is A) Boosting the immune system and improving digestion.7、Listen to the conversation and choose the best answer to complete the sentence.A) They are discussing the weather.B) They are planning a trip.C) They are talking about a book.Question: What are the speakers mainly talking about?Answer: BExplanation: The conversation is about planning a trip, which is indicated by the phrases like “We should go there in the summer” and “It’s a great place to visit.”8、Listen to the dialogue and answer the question.Question: Why does the man suggest visiting the museum?A)He thinks it’s a waste of time.B)He believes it will be an educational experience.C)He doesn’t want to go anywhere else.Answer: BExplanation: The man suggests visiting the museum because he mentions that it will be “a good opportunity to learn something new,” indicating that it’s an educational experience.9、You are listening to a conversation between two friends, Tom and Lily. They are talking about their weekend plans.Tom: Hey Lily, do you have any plans for this weekend?Lily: Well, actually, I’m planning to go hiking with a group of friends. How about you, Tom?Tom: That sounds fun! I was thinking of visiting the city museum. What do you think?Lily: That’s a great idea! Maybe we can go together after your visit to the museum.Question: What is Lily planning to do this weekend?A. Visit the city museum.B. Go hiking with friends.C. Go shopping.D. Watch a movie.Answer: BExplanation: In the conversation, Lily says, “Well, actually, I’m planning to go hiking with a group of friends.” This means that she is planning to go hiking this weekend.10、You are listening to a news report about a new research study.News Anchor: According to a recent research study, scientists have discovered a new way to treat cancer. This new treatment has shown promisingresults in early trials.Interviewer: That’s amazing! Can you tell us more about this new treatment?Scientist: Sure, this new treatment involves using a combination of natural substances to target and destroy cancer cells. It’s a non-toxic approach that has fewer side effects compared to traditional treatments.Question: What is the main topic of the news report?A. A new way to treat cancer.B. The benefits of natural substances.C. The history of cancer research.D. The side effects of traditional treatments.Answer: AExplanation: The news report starts with the statement, “According to a recent research study, scientists have di scovered a new way to treat cancer.” This clearly indicates that the main topic of the report is about a new way to treat cancer.11.W: Hi, John! Are you ready for the English test this week?M: Yeah, I’ve been studying hard for it. I think I’m prepared.Q: What does John think about the English test?A: He thinks he is prepared for the test.B: He is worried about the test.C: He doesn’t think he’s ready for the test.Answer: AExplanation: John says, “I’ve been studying hard for it. I think I’m prepared,”which means he believes he is ready for the test.12.M: Hi, Lily! Have you heard about the school trip next month?W: Yes, I have. We’re going to the countryside. It’s going to be so much fun! Q: Where is the school trip going to be?A: It’s going to be i n the city.B: It’s going to be in the countryside.C: It’s going to be at the beach.Answer: BExplanation: Lily answers, “We’re going to the countryside,” which indicates that the school trip is planned for the countryside.13.Listen to the dialogue and answer the question.W: Hi, John. How was your vacation in Beijing?M: It was great! I visited the Forbidden City and the Summer Palace. The scenery was beautiful, and the people were friendly.Question: What did John visit in Beijing?A) The Great WallB) The Forbidden City and the Summer PalaceC) Tiananmen SquareD) The Beijing ZooAnswer: B) The Forbidden City and the Summer PalaceExplanation: The question asks about the places John visited in Beijing.According to the dialogue, John visited the Forbidden City and the Summer Palace, so the correct answer is B) The Forbidden City and the Summer Palace.14.Listen to the passage and answer the question.The moon is Earth’s only natural satellite. It is about 384,400 kilometers away from Earth. The moon is about one-quarter the size of Earth and it takes about 27 days to complete one orbit around Earth.Question: How long does it take for the moon to complete one orbit around Earth?A) 24 hoursB) 27 daysC) 1 monthD) 365 daysAnswer: B) 27 daysExplanation: The question asks about the time it takes for the moon to complete one orbit around Earth. According to the passage, the moon takes about 27 days to complete one orbit around Earth, so the correct answer is B) 27 days.15.W: Hi, John. How was your science project?M: It was quite challenging, but I learned a lot about renewable energy sources.Q: What did John learn about in his science project?A: Renewable energy sources.B: Chemistry.C: Biology.D: Physics.Answer: AExplanation: The question asks what John learned about in his science project. In the dialogue, John mentions that he learned a lot about renewable energy sources, so the correct answer is A.16.M: Have you seen the new movie “Inception”? I heard it’s really amazing. W: Yes, I saw it last weekend. The story is so intriguing that I couldn’t stop thinking about it even after the movie ended.Q: What did the woman think about the movie “Inception”?A: It was boring.B. It was a waste of time.C. It was intriguing.D. It was predictable.Answer: CExplanation: The question asks what the woman thought about the movie “Inception”. In the dialogue, the woman says the story is so intriguing that she couldn’t stop thinking about it, which means she found it interesting and captivating. Therefore, the correct answer is C.17.You hear a conversation between two students, Alex and Sarah, about their weekend plans.A. Alex is going to visit his grandparents in the country.B. Sarah is planning to go hiking in the mountains.C. Both Alex and Sarah are going to a music festival.Answer: BExplanation: The conversation indicates that Sarah is excited about her hiking trip in the mountains, making option B the correct answer. Alex mentions that he will stay in town, implying that he has other plans.18.You hear a news report about a new eco-friendly initiative in your city.A. The city is implementing a new recycling program.B. The government is offering tax incentives for electric vehicle purchases.C. Local businesses are required to use solar energy.Answer: BExplanation: The news report specifically mentions the government’s tax incentives for electric vehicle purchases, which aligns with option B. The report does not mention a recycling program or the requirement for solar energy use, making options A and C incorrect.19.You are listening to a conversation between two students in a library.Student A: Hey, have you seen the new science book we need for our project? Student B: __________.A. Yes, i t’s right over there on the shelf.B. No, I haven’t, but I saw it on the list.C. I’ve read it, but I don’t think it’s available now.D. It’s not on the list, but I can help you find it.Answer: BExplanation: Student B responds that they haven’t seen the book but saw it on the list, indicating they are aware of the book but haven’t physically seen it in the library. The correct answer is B.20.You are listening to a radio announcement about a local event.Announcer: __________.A. The city park will host a free concert this weekend starting at 6 PM.B. All libraries will be closed next Monday for a staff training day.C. The local museum is offering free entry to students this month.D. The school sports day has been postponed due to the weather.Answer: AExplanation: The radio announcement is about a free concert happening at the city park this weekend. The correct answer is A. The other options refer to different events or announcements.二、阅读理解（30分）Reading ComprehensionPassage:In the small town of Willow Creek, there was a local library that had been a cornerstone of the community for over a century. The library was known for its quaint charm and the friendly atmosphere that made every visitor feel welcome. One of the most beloved features of the library was its old, wooden reading room where people could sit and enjoy a good book in peace.One sunny afternoon, a young girl named Emily entered the library for the first time. She was immediately drawn to the reading room, where she noticed an elderly woman sitting at a table, surrounded by stacks of books. Emily approached the woman, who was named Mrs. Thompson, and struck up a conversation.“Good afternoon, Mrs.Thompson,” Emily said with a smile. “I’ve never been in this room before. It’s so peaceful here.”Mrs. Thompson smiled warmly. “Yes, it is. This room has seen many generations of people come and go. I’ve been coming here since I was a child.”Emily was curious. “Do you have a favorite book from this room?”Mrs. Thompson paused for a moment, then re plied, “Oh, yes. It’s a book called ‘The Timeless Garden.’ It’s a story about a young girl who discovers a magical garden hidden behind her house. The book has taught me so much about life and friendship.”As Emily listened, she felt a sense of wonder. She knew she had to find this book and read it herself. She promised Mrs. Thompson she would return soon to discuss the story with her.Questions:1.What is the main feature of the reading room in the library?A. It has modern technology.B. It is surrounded by books.C. It is very quiet and peaceful.D. It is filled with children’s books.2.Who is the young girl that enters the library for the first time?A. Mrs. ThompsonB. The librarianC. EmilyD. The author3.What is the title of the book that Mrs. Thompson mentioned?A. ‘The Magical Library’B. ‘The Timeless Garden’C. ‘The Library’s Secret’D. ‘Emily’s Adventure’Answers:1.C2.C3.B三、完型填空（15分）Title: A Day in the Life of a TreeLast weekend, I went on a nature walk with my friends. It was a beautiful day, and we decided to go to the nearby forest to observe the plants and animals. While we were walking, one of our friends suggested that we should spend some time observing a single tree to understand how it lives through a day.The tree we chose was a big oak, its branches reaching out like open arms welcoming us. As we sat down at the base of the tree, we noticed that the leaves were rustling softly in the wind. The sun was shining brightly, and we could see how the tree was enjoying the warmth, as if it were drinking up the sunlight with every 1.After a while, we noticed tiny insects crawling up and down the trunk of the tree. They seemed to be collecting sap, which is the tree’s way of providing food for itself and its inhabitants. We realized that the tree is not just standing still; it’s very much alive and 2.As the day progressed, clouds started to gather in the sky, and soon it began to rain lightly. The raindrops fell gently onto the leaves and trickled down to the ground, soaking into the soil. This water would be absorbed by the roots and transported to all parts of the tree, helping it grow stronger and taller. The tree appeared to be drinking the rainwater greedily, as though it were 3 after a long period of drought.By late afternoon, the rain had stopped, and the sun came out again. The leaves glistened with water droplets that sparkled like little diamonds. Birds started to sing their evening songs from the branches, and the air was filled with a sense of peace and calm. Our friend remarked that just like the tree needs water and sunlight to live, we too need nourishment and warmth to grow and thrive. The tree serves as a reminder of the 4cycle of life and the importance of being connected to nature.As we got up to leave, we felt a deep sense of gratitude towards the tree for teaching us so much about itself and life in general. We left the forest feeling more connected to the natural world than ever before. The experience made us realize that even something seemingly static and silent as a tree hasa 5 story to tell.1.__________(A. leaf B. branch C. pore D. root)2.__________(A. dormant B. thriving C. stationary D. sleeping)3.__________(A. blooming B. wilting C. thirsting D. blossoming)4.__________(A. constant B. unchanging C. continuous D. ceaseless)5.__________(A. silent B. vivid C. motionless D. tranquil)Key:1.C. pore2.B. thriving3.C. thirsting4.C. continuous5.B. vividThis exercise aims to test the student s’ vocabulary knowledge, reading comprehension skills, and their ability to deduce contextually appropriate words based on the overall meaning of the passage.四、语法填空题（本大题有10小题，每小题1分，共10分）1、The students were asked to write a short story about their summervacation,_____________they had just experienced.A. whichB. whereC. whenD. what答案：C解析：此题考查定语从句的关系词。
