2024-2025学年北京市英语初三上学期期中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、What are the speakers mainly discussing?A. The weather forecast for the week.B. The importance of physical exercise.C. The benefits of a healthy diet.Answer: BExplanation: The conversation focuses on the benefits of staying active and maintaining a healthy lifestyle, indicating that the topic is related to physical exercise and health.2、Why does the woman suggest taking the scenic route?A. It’s faster than the usual route.B. It offers a more beautiful view.C. There’s less traffic on that route.Answer: BExplanation: The woman explicitly states that she wants to take the scenic route because it’s more beautiful, which is why the correct answer is B.3、What does the woman suggest the man do?A. Go to the gym.B. Take a walk.C. See a doctor.Answer: B. Take a walk.Explanation: In the dialogue, the woman suggests that the man should take a walk to clear his mind and get some fresh air, which she believes would be beneficial for him. The options ‘Go to the gym’ and ‘See a doctor’ were not mentioned in the conversation.4、Where are the speakers going to meet?A. At the bus stop.B. In the park.C. At the library.Answer: A. At the bus stop.Explanation: The dialogue indicates that the speakers have agreed to meet at the bus stop before heading to the concert together. The other locations, ‘In the park’ and ‘At the library’, were not discussed as meeting points.5、You will hear a conversation between two students discussing their weekend plans. Listen and choose the best answer to the question that follows.Question: What does the girl plan to do on Saturday morning?A) She will go shopping with her friend.B) She will study for her math exam.C) She will go to the library to do some research.Answer: B) She will study for her math exam.Explanation: In the conversation, the girl mentions that she has a math exam coming up and needs to study. There is no mention of shopping or going to the library.6、You will hear a short dialogue between a teacher and a student about a school project. Listen and answer the following question.Question: What does the teacher suggest the student do for the school project?A) She should work on it alone.B) She should collaborate with her classmates.C) She should choose a topic she is not familiar with.Answer: B) She should collaborate with her classmates.Explanation: The teacher encourages the student to work with her classmates, suggesting that group work can lead to a more comprehensive project. There is no indication that the student should work alone or choose an unfamiliar topic.7、Listen to the conversation and choose the best answer to the question you hear.(A) The man is a teacher.(B) The man is a doctor.(C) The man is a librarian.Answer: (C) The man is a librarian.Explanation: In the dialogue, the man offers assistance with finding books and mentions organizing materials, which indicates he works in a library.8、Listen to the passage and decide if the following statement is true or false.“The library will be closed on Sunday for maintenance.”(A)True(B)FalseAnswer: (A) TrueExplanation: During the listening passage, it was clearly stated that the library would not be accessible on Sunday due to scheduled maintenance work.9.You are listening to a conversation between a teacher and a student. Teacher: “How was your weekend, Alex?”Student: “Oh, it was great, teacher! I went hiking with my family in the mountains. We saw some beautiful scenery and had a picnic by the lake.”Teacher: “That sounds wonderful. Did you have any interesting experiences?”Student: “Yes, we met a group of wild animals. We were lucky to see a deer and a few rabbits.”Question: What did Alex do during his weekend?A. He studied.B. He went hiking with his family.C. He went to the library.D. He watched movies at home.Answer: BExplanation: The student says, “I went hiking with my family in the mountains,” which means he went hiking during his weekend.10.You are listening to a news report about a charity event.News Anchor: “Good evening, everyone. This evening, we are reporting on a charity event organized by our local community center. The event aims to raise funds for a local children’s hospital. Many local businesses and individuals h ave contributed to this cause. Here’s more information about the event.”Narrator: “The charity event will take place at the community center on Saturday, starting at 2 PM. There will be various activities, including a talent show, a raffle, and a silent a uction. All proceeds will go directly to the children’s hospital.”Question: What is the purpose of the charity event?A. To raise funds for a local park.B. To raise funds for a local children’s hospital.C. To raise funds for a local school.D. To raise funds for a local museum.Answer: BExplanation: The news report clearly states that the charity event aims to raise funds for a local children’s hospital.11、(Audio clip description: You will hear a dialogue between two students talking about their weekend plans.)Question:What are the two students planning to do this weekend?A. Go to the movies.B. Study for an exam.C. Visit a museum.Answer: A. Go to the movies.Explanation: In the dialogue, one student mentions that there’s a new action movie playing and asks if the other would like to go see it together on Saturday afternoon. The second student agrees, confirming their plan to go to the movies.12、(Audio clip description: You will hear a teacher giving instructions about a homework assignment.)Question:What does the teacher say the homework assignment is about?A. Writing a short story.B. Solving math problems.C. Preparing a science project.Answer: A. Writing a short story.Explanation: The teacher clearly states in the audio that for homework, students are to write a short story involving a character who overcomes a challenge. The teacher also mentions that it should be no less than 500 words and is due next Monday.13.You are listening to a conversation between two students, Alice and Bob, discussing their favorite subject at school.Alice: I have to say, Bob, math has always been my favorite subject.Bob: Oh really? I thought it was history for you.Alice: Well, yes, history is interesting, but math is more challenging. It makes me think.Question: What is Alice’s favorite subject?A) HistoryB) MathC) ScienceD) LiteratureAnswer: B) Math解析:In the conversation, Alice explicitly states, “math has always be en my favorite subject,” which indicates that the correct answer is B) Math.14.Listen to a short dialogue between a teacher and a student, John, discussing the upcoming science fair.Teacher: John, how are you preparing for the science fair?John: Well, I’m planning to do an experiment on plant growth. I’ve been reading a lot about it.Teacher: That sounds interesting. Do you think you’ll use any special equipment for your project?John: Yes, I think I’ll need some pots, soil, and a light source.Question: What is John’s project for the science fair?A) A study on animal behaviorB) An experiment on plant growthC) A survey on student preferencesD) A demonstration of chemical reactionsAnswer: B) An experiment on plant growth解析:In the dialogue, John menti ons, “I’m planning to do an experiment on plant growth,” which makes B) An experiment on plant growth the correct answer.15、(Listening Material: A conversation between two students discussing their weekend plans.)15、What are the students planning to do on Saturday afternoon?A. Go to the movies.B. Study at the library.C. Play basketball.(Answer: C. Play basketball.Explanation: In the dialogue, one student mentions that they were invited to join a pickup game of basketball at the local park on Saturday afternoon. Therefore, the correct answer is C.)16、(Listening Material: An announcement about a change in school schedule due to a special event.)16、When will the school be closed next week?A. Monday.B. Wednesday.C. Friday.(Answer: B. Wednesday.Explanation: The announcement clearly states that there will be no classes on Wednesday because of the upcoming cultural festival. Thus, the correct answer is B.)17.You are listening to a conversation between two students, Alice and Bob. They are discussing their favorite subjects.Question: What is Alice’s favorite subject?A. MathB. EnglishC. ScienceD. HistoryAnswer: B. EnglishExplanation: In the conversation, Alice says, “I love English class because the teacher is so enthusiastic about teaching.” This indicates that her favorite subject is English.18.Listen to a short dialogue between a teacher and a student, discussinga school project.Question: What is the project about?A. A science experimentB. A history research paperC. A book reportD. A music performanceAnswer: B. A history research paperExplanation: The student says, “I need to write a history research paper on the American Revolution for our upcoming project.” This indicates that the project is about a history research paper.19、Listen to the conversation and choose the best answer to the question you hear.[Audioclipplays]A. He will go to the library.B. He prefers to study at home.C. He doesn’t like studying.Answer: B. He prefers to study at home.Explanation: In the dialogue, the boy mentions that he feels more comfortable studying in his own space where he can concentrate better without distractions.20、Listen to the passage and decide if the following statement is true or false.[Audioclipplays]The student council president announced that the school fair will be postponed until after exams.Answer: False.Explanation: The announcement clearly stated that the school fair would proceed as planned but there would be an additional event after the exams, not that the fair was postponed.二、阅读理解(30分)Reading ComprehensionPassage:The following is an excerpt from an article about the importance of physical exercise for teenagers.Physical exercise is not only beneficial for the body but also for the mind. Teenagers often experience a lot of stress, especially during their academic years. Engaging in physical activities can help reduce stress levels and improve mental health. One study found that regular physical exercise can increase the levels of endorphins, the body’s natural painkillers, which in turn can improve mood and reduce anxiety.Moreover, physical exercise has been proven to enhance academic performance. Research shows that students who participate in regular physical activities tend to have better grades than those who do not. This is because physical exercise promotes better sleep, which is essential for memory consolidation and learning. Additionally, physical activity can increase the levels of oxygen in the brain, which helps improve concentration and cognitive abilities.Another important aspect of physical exercise is its impact on social skills. Participating in sports or group activities can help teenagers build friendships, improve teamwork, and develop leadership skills. These skills are crucial for personal and professional growth.Questions:1.What is the main purpose of the article?A) To discuss the benefits of physical exercise for teenagers.B) To compare different types of physical exercises.C) To provide a list of physical exercises suitable for teenagers.D) To explain the negative effects of physical exercise on teenagers.2.According to the passage, what is the main benefit of physical exercise for teenagers?A) It helps them improve their social skills.B) It increases their academic performance.C) It reduces stress levels and improves mental health.D) It provides them with more time for study.3.Which of the following statements is NOT mentioned in the article?A) Physical exercise can enhance academic performance.B) Physical exercise can promote better sleep.C) Physical exercise can improve teamwork skills.D) Physical exercise can increase the risk of injury.Answers:1.A) To discuss the benefits of physical exercise for teenagers.2.C) It reduces stress levels and improves mental health.3.D) Physical exercise can increase the risk of injury.三、完型填空(15分)Sure, here’s an example of a cloze test (fill-in-the-blank) question suitable for a midterm exam in the first semester of the third year of junior high school. This passage will be about a common theme suitable for students of that age group, such as a narrative about a student’s experience during a school trip.Part III: Cloze Test (5 points)Directions: Read the following passage and fill in the blanks with the appropriate words from the options given below. There are five blanks in the passage with one word missing in each blank. Choose the correct word for each blank and write it on your answer sheet.Passage:Last weekend, our class went on a memorable school trip to the science museum. It was a sunny day, and we were all very excited to explore the wonders of science. When we arrived, our guide took us to the (1)______ hall where we saw an amazing display of fossils. Then we watched a fascinating film about space exploration in the planetarium. I felt so amazed by the vastness of the universe. After lunch, we had the chance to try out some hands-on experiments, which helped me understand the principles of physics much better. The best part was when we visited the interactive zone where we could touch and play with exhibits. It was both fun and educational. At the end of the day, we headed back to school feeling tired but satisfied with our new-found knowledge.1._______ A) entranceB) exitC) ticketD) mainE) gift2._______ A) happyB) excitedC) surprisedD) delightedE) thrilled3._______ A) experimentsB) displaysC) exhibitionsD) showsE) demonstrations4._______ A) interestingB) boringC) thrillingD) excitingE) fascinating5._______ A) funB) tiredC) boredD) sleepyE) exhaustedCorrect Answers:1.D) main2.B) excited3.A) experiments4.E) fascinating5.B) tiredThis type of exercise tests reading comprehension, vocabulary, and context understanding. Adjust the difficulty of the vocabulary and complexity of the sentences according to the level of the students.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_(1)__that everyone in the theater was moved to tears.a) excitingb) excitinglyc) excitedlyd) excitement答案:b) excitingly解析:本题考查副词的用法。