2024年冀教版英语初二上学期期末自测试题与参考答案一、听力部分（本大题有20小题，每小题1分，共20分）1、Question: Listen to the dialogue and choose the best answer to complete the sentence.A. The boy is reading a book.B. The girl is writing a letter.C. The teacher is giving a speech.Answer: AExplanation: The dialogue starts with the sound of turning pages, indicating that someone is reading. Therefore, the correct answer is A.2、Question: Listen to the short passage and answer the following question.What is the main topic of the passage?A. How to make a cup of tea.B. The benefits of exercise.C. The history of the Internet.Answer: BExplanation: The passage mentions the importance of regular exercise, the different types of exercise, and the health benefits. Therefore, the main topicis the benefits of exercise, making B the correct answer.3、What does the woman mean?•A) She likes the weather.•B) She doesn’t like the weather.•C) She wants to go out.•D) She doesn’t want to go out.Answer: D) She doesn’t want to go out.Explanation: In the conversation, the woman expresses her reluctance to go outside due to the bad weather, which suggests that she prefers to stay inside.4、Where are they talking?•A) In a library.•B) In a restaurant.•C) In a classroom.•D) In a park.Answer: A) In a library.Explanation: The context clues in the dialogue indicate that the speakers are discussing books and quiet behavior, which are typical of a library setting.5、Listen to the following conversation and answer the question.A: Hi, Tom, how was your science project last week?B: It was really exciting! I did a project on renewable energy sources. I chose wind energy as my focus.A: That sounds interesting. What did you find out?B: Well, I discovered that wind turbines can convert kinetic energy from thewind into electrical energy. They are becoming increasingly popular due to their environmental benefits.A: I didn’t know that. It’s amazing how technology can help us in protecting our planet.Question: What is Tom’s project about?A) Renewable energy sourcesB) Environmental protectionC) Technology in daily lifeD) Space explorationAnswer: A) Renewable energy sourcesExplanation: In the conversation, Tom mentions that his project is about renewable energy sources, specifically focusing on wind energy.6、Listen to the following dialogue and complete the following sentence. A: Have you seen the new movie “Inception” yet?B: Yeah, I watched it last weekend. It’s fascinating!A: I agree. The concept of dreams within dreams is really unique.B: Exactly! The director, Christopher Nolan, did an excellent job of creating a complex plot that keeps you guessing until the end.A: It’s interesting how movies can make us think about the nature of reality. Question: According to the dialogue, what did the speaker find fascinating about the movie “Inception”?A)The story about dreamsB)The special effectsC)The directorD)The musicAnswer: A) The story about dreamsExplanation: In the dialogue, the speaker says, “It’s fascinating!” in reference to the movie “Inception,” and later mentio ns the concept of dreams within dreams. This indicates that the fascinating aspect was the story about dreams.7、Listen to the conversation and choose the best answer to the question you hear.(Conversation plays.)Question: What does the girl suggest doing after school?A. Going to the library to study.B. Playing basketball at the park.C. Watching a movie at home.【Answer】: B. Playing basketball at the park.【Explanation】: In the conversation, the girl mentions that she’s feeling energetic and would love to play some ball after school, suggesting they go to the park to play basketball.8、Listen to the dialogue and decide if the following statement is true or false based on what you hear.(Dialogue plays.)Statement: The boy has finished his homework and now he wants to relax. True / False【Answer】: False【Explanation】: During the dialogue, the boy actually states that he hasn’t started his homework yet and wonders if it’s okay to take a break first. This means the statement is incorrect as he has not completed his homework.9.You are listening to a conversation between two students, Alice and Bob. They are discussing their favorite subjects in school. Listen carefully and answer the question.Question: What is Alice’s favorite subject?A) MathB) EnglishC) HistoryD) ScienceAnswer: B) EnglishExplanation: In the conversation, Alice says, “I love English class because I can express myself in writing and speaking.” This indicates that her favorite subject is English.10.Listen to a short dialogue between a teacher and a student, Sarah. The teacher is asking Sarah about her weekend plans.Question: What does Sarah plan to do on Saturday afternoon?A) Go to the moviesB) Visit a friendC) Read a bookD) Do homeworkAnswer: B) Visit a friendExplanation: The teacher asks Sarah, “What are you planning to do this weekend?” Sarah responds, “I’m going to visit my friend on Saturday afternoon.” This confirms that her plan is to visit a friend.11、What does the man plan to do this weekend?A)Go to a concertB)Visit his grandparentsC)Have a picnic in the parkAnswer: C) Have a picnic in the parkExplanation: In the conversation, the man mentions that the weather forecast predicts sunny skies, so he has decided to have a picnic with his family in the park this weekend. He talks about preparing some sandwiches and fruit, which further supports the correct choice.12、How often does the woman go to the gym?A)Twice a weekB)Three times a weekC)Every dayAnswer: B) Three times a weekExplanation: The woman states that she tries to maintain a regular exercise schedule, and she specifically says that she goes to the gym three times a week, usually on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. This makes option B the correct response.13.You are listening to a conversation between two students, Mark and Lucy, discussing their weekend plans.Mark: Hey Lucy, do you have any plans for this weekend?Lucy: Yeah, actually, I’m planning to visit my grandparents. How about you, Mark?Mark: Oh, I thought I might go hiking with some friends. We’re thinking of going to the mountains near town.Lucy: That sounds fun! Do you think you’ll have time to meet up with us on Sunday afternoon?Mark: I’m not sure. I might be a bit late because of the hike. How about we meet at the park around 4 PM instead?Question: What does Mark plan to do this weekend?A) Visit his grandparentsB) Go hiking with friendsC) Have a picnic in the parkD) Go shopping in townAnswer: B) Go hiking with friendsExplanation: Mark explicitly mentions that he is planning to go hiking with some friends, which is option B.14.You are listening to a weather report for a city in China.Weather Report:“In the city of Changsha, we are expecting a partly cloudy day with a high of28 degrees Celsius and a low of 18 degrees Celsius. There is a 30% chance of scattered showers in the late afternoon. Winds will be light, coming from the north at around 5 kilometers per hour.”Question: What is the expected weather condition in Changsha for the late afternoon?A) Clear skiesB) Partly cloudyC) RainyD) SnowyAnswer: C) RainyExplanation: The weather report states that there is a 30% chance of scattered showers in the late afternoon, indicating that the weather will be rainy during that time.15.Listen to the conversation between two friends and answer the question. W: Hey, John, how was your weekend?M: Oh, it was great! I went hiking with my friends. We climbed to the top of the mountain and enjoyed the beautiful view.Q: What did John do last weekend?A: John went hiking with his friends.Explanation: The key information in the conversation is that John went hiking with his friends, which is mentioned in the second sentence of the dialogue.16.Listen to the dialogue between a student and a teacher and complete thesentence.Student: Mr. Smith, I was wondering if I could make up the test I missed last week.Teacher: Of course, but you need to understand that missing a test is not an excuse for not studying. How was your preparation for the test?Student: Well, I was really busy with other sch oolwork, and I didn’t have enough time to study for it.Q: Why did the student miss the test?A: The student missed the test because they were busy with other schoolwork and couldn’t find enough time to study for it.Explanation: The reason for the student missing the test is given by the student themselves in the last sentence of the dialogue, stating that they were busy with other schoolwork and couldn’t find enough time to study.17.You are listening to a conversation between two friends, Lisa and Mike. Listen carefully and answer the question.Q: What are Lisa and Mike talking about?A: They are talking about their weekend plans.Answer: Lisa and Mike are planning to go hiking this weekend.Explanation: The conversation mentions that they both enjoy outdoor activities and have decided to go hiking. Therefore, the answer is that they are talking about their weekend plans to go hiking.18.You are listening to a short interview with a famous musician. Listencarefully and answer the question.Q: What is the musician’s favorite instrument?A: The musician’s favorite instrument is the piano.Answer: The musician’s favorite instrument is the piano.Explanation: In the interview, the musician mentions that they have been playing the piano since they were a child and it has always been their favorite instrument. Therefore, the answer is that the musician’s favorite instrument is the piano.19.You are listening to a conversation between two students, Alice and Bob, discussing their weekend plans.Alice: Hi Bob, what are you planning to do this weekend?Bob: Oh, I’m going to visit my grandparents in the countryside. How about you, Alice?Alice: I’m planning to go hiking with my friends. We’re going to a n ature reserve.Question: What is Alice’s plan for this weekend?A. To visit her grandparentsB. To go hiking with her friendsC. To stay at homeD. To go shoppingAnswer: BExplanation: Alice mentions that she is going hiking with her friends, whichis option B.20.You are listening to a weather forecast.“The weather forecast for tomorrow is as follows: It will be a sunny day with a high of 25 degrees Celsius. There will be a gentle breeze in the afternoon, but it will be quite hot and humid. The UV index is expected to be high, so people should use sunscreen and stay hydrated. Have a great day!”Question: What is the weather forecast for tomorrow?A. Rainy and coolB. Sunny and hotC. Cloudy and windyD. Snowy and coldAnswer: BExplanation: The weather forecast mentions that it will be a sunny day with a high of 25 degrees Celsius, indicating that the weather will be hot and sunny, which matches option B.二、阅读理解（30分）Passage:One summer day, a young girl named Lily was walking in the park with her mother. As they were enjoying a sunny afternoon, they noticed a small dog sitting all alone under a tree. The dog looked hungry and tired. Lily’s heart went out to the poor creature, so she decided to take the dog home.When they got home, Lily’s mother was not happy about the new addition to their family. “We already have a cat, Lily,” she said. “We don’t need another pet.” But Lily was determined. She convinced her mother to feed the dog some food and water. The dog seemed grateful and wagged its tail.Days turned into weeks. Lily spent every afternoon with the dog, playing and taking care of it. She even named it “Buddy.” As time went by, the dog became an important part of their family. They realized that having another pet could bring joy and happiness to their lives.Questions:1.Why did Lily take the dog home?A. Because her mother wanted another pet.B. Because the dog looked hungry and tired.C. Because she thought the dog would be lonely.D. Because her friends told her to do so.2.What was Lily’s mother’s initial reaction to the new dog?A. She was excited and happy.B. She was indifferent and didn’t care.C. She was upset and didn’t want another pet.D. She was worrie d about the dog’s health.3.How did the family feel about having the dog as a pet after some time?A. They regretted their decision.B. They were indifferent and didn’t care.C. They were happy and grateful for the dog.D. They were upset and wanted to get rid of the dog.Answers:1.B2.C3.C三、完型填空（15分）Passage:The following story is about a young girl named Lily who loves animals very much. She often helps her family take care of their pets. One summer, her family decided to go on a vacation to the mountains. Lily was excited to visit the nature reserve nearby and see the diverse wildlife.One morning, Lily woke up early and decided to explore the reserve on her own. She wore her hiking boots and packed a small backpack with water and snacks. As she walked through the forest, she saw a group of birds flying in the sky. They were chirping loudly, and Lily couldn’t help but stop and watch them.Suddenly, she heard a soft meow. She turned around and saw a small, injured kitten. The kitten was trembling and looked very scared. Lily knelt down and gently picked up the kitten. She checked its wounds and found that it had a small cut on its paw. She decided to take the kitten with her until she could find help.After a while, Lily came across a small cabin where an old man was working in the garden. She went up to him and explained her situation. The old man was kind and offered to help. He cleaned the kitten’s wound, gave it some food and water, and promised to take care of it until it could be returned to the wild.Lily was relieved and thanked the old man before continuing her walk. She realized that even though she was just a young girl, she could make a difference in the lives of animals. She promised herself that she would continue to help and care for animals whenever she could.Questions:1.Lily was excited to visit the nature reserve because she wanted to ___________.A. go on a vacationB. see the diverse wildlifeC. help her family with the petsD. spend time with her friends2.Lily wore her hiking boots and packed a small backpack with ___________.A. toys and gamesB. books and pencilsC. water and snacksD. clothes and shoes3.The birds were chirping loudly because they ___________.A. were happy to see LilyB. were trying to attract the kittenC. were warning other animalsD. were looking for their nests4.Lily decided to take the kitten with her because ___________.A. the kitten was very cuteB. she wanted to keep it as a petC. the kitten was injuredD. she wanted to show it to her friends5.The old man took the kitten with him because ___________.A. he wanted to adopt itB. he wanted to sell itC. he knew how to take care of injured animalsD. he thought Lily could keep itAnswers:1.B2.C3.C4.C5.C四、语法填空题（本大题有10小题，每小题1分，共10分）1、The movie was so interesting that everyone in the audience__________(be) captivated by the story. (答案：was)解析：根据句意，这里描述的是过去发生的事情，所以应该使用一般过去时态。
