2021北京四十三中初三（上）期中英语（教师版）

2021北京四十三中初三（上）期中

英    语

2021.11.5

班级_____________姓名_____________教育ID号_____________

试卷满分：60分    考试时间：90分钟

一、   单项填空（共6分，每小题0.5分）

1．Mr. Jackson is a popular writer, and we all like reading __________ books.

A．his B．her C．their D．your

2．Usually I make breakfast for my family ___________ Saturdays.

A．At B．in C．on D．to

3．Wash your hands before meals, ________ you may get ill.

A．and B．but C．or D．so

4．—________ you give me a hand? I can't move the box by myself.

—No problem.

A．Could B．Should C．Must D．Need

5．—______________ do you visit your grandparents, Tom?

—Twice a month.

A．How much B．How often C．How long D．How soon

6．Zhaozhou Bridge is one of ________ stone bridges in the world.

A．old B．older C．oldest D．the oldest

7．If you take this train, you _________ in Shanghai in five hours.

A．arrive B．will arrive C．arrived D．have arrived

8．I ___________ on the computer when Frank called me last night.

A．work B．will work C．was working D．am working

9．—What’s that noise, Sam?

—My little brother _________ with his toy car now.

A．will play B．is playing C．plays D．played

10．We ________ each other since I came to Beijing, but we send emails very often.

A．don't see B．didn't see C．won't see D．haven't seen

11．Mary ____ yet. I’m waiting for her.

A．came back  B．has come back  C．hasn’t come back D．will come back

12．— Do you know ____________?

—At 9:00 tomorrow morning.

A．when the video meeting began    

B．when did the video meeting begin

C．when the video meeting will begin   

D．when will the video meeting begin

二、   完形填空（共8分，每小题1分）

阅读下面的短文，掌握其大意，然后从短文后各题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选择最佳选项。

When I was a small boy, something happened to me that made me never put any wild creature in a cage.

We lived near a forest, and every evening the mockingbird would come and ___13___ I decided to catch a young ___14___ and keep it in a cage, and in this way, I would have my own private musician. Then I succeeded in catching one and put it in a cage. At first, the bird was ___15___ , so it fluttered (扑腾) in the cage. But finally it was used to living in its new home. I felt very excited with myself and look forward to some beautiful singing.

On the second day, the little bird's mother flew to the cage with ___16___ in her mouth. The baby bird ate everything. I was ___17___to see this. Certainly the mother bird knew how to feed her baby better than I did.

The following morning when I went to see my bird, I found it  ___18___ on the floor of the cage. I was terribly surprised and sad! What had happened?

Arthur Wayne, a famous biologist, happened to  ___19___ my father at that time. After she knew my story, she explained to me, "A mother mockingbird, finding her young in a cage, will sometimes bring it poison berries. She thinks it better for her baby to die than to lose  ___20___ ."

Since then I have never caught any living creature and put it in a cage. All living things have a right to live free.

13.  A．dance B．fly C．sing D．jump

14.  A．bird B．boy C．fish D．thief

15.  A．happy B．careful C．active D．afraid

16.  A．water B．food C．songs D．stones

17.  A．worried B．pleased C．bored D．tired

18.  A．alone B．alive C．dead D．sick

19.  A．invite B．visit C．challenge D．introduce

20.  A．friends B．parents C．freedom D．happiness

阅读理解（共36分）

三、   阅读下列短文，从各题所给的四个选项中，选择最佳选项。（共26分，每小题2分）

A

21．Who has the happiest memory about Sunday dinner?

A．Rosa.    B．Sally.    C．Haruka.   D．Justin.

22．What did Haruka use to eat with her niece and nephew?

A．Candy.   B．Sugar.   C．Bread.   D．Chocolate.

23．What did Justin and his brothers play?

A．Jokes.    B．Games.   C．Chess.   D．Basketball.

B

The teacher stood before his class of 30 students and was going to hand out the final exam papers. “I know how hard you have all worked to get ready for this test.” he said. “And because I know you are all able to understand these questions. I am ready to offer a B to anyone who would prefer not to take the test.’’

A number of students jumped up to thank the teacher and left the classroom. The teacher looked at the rest students and said. “Does anyone else want to get a B? This is your last chance. ”Two more students decided to go. Seven students stayed. The teacher then handed out the papers. There were only three sentences on the paper：Congratulations! You have received an A in this class. Keep believing in yourself.

I never had a teacher who gave a test like that, but I think that it is a test that any teacher could and should give. Students who do not have confidence in what they have learned are B students at most.

The same is true for students in real life. The A students are those who believe in what they are doing because they have learned from both successes and failures. They have learned life’s lessons whether from school education or from events in their lives, and have become better people. Scientists say that by the age of eight, 80% of what we believe about ourselves has already been formed. You are a big kid now and you realize that you have some limits(局限). However, there is nothing you can’t do or learn to be. Sir Edmund Hillary, the first person to reach the top of Mount Qomolangma (珠穆朗玛峰)said, “We do not conquer the mountain, but ourselves.”

24．Some students left the classroom because_____ .

A．they knew the teacher didn’t like them to take the test

B．they were allowed to take another easier exam later on

C．they were happy with the grade the teacher would give them

D．they thought the exam was so easy that they needn’t have a try

25．The teacher gave the rest students an A because______ .

A．they answered all the questions in the exam correctly

B．they believed themselves in what they had learned

C．they did really very well in the exam

D．they had been working hard for each exam

26．The underlined word “conquer’’ means ______ in the passage.

A．发现 B．控制 C．探索 D．征服

C

Is It Better to Read Books or Listen to Them?

We often think how fast we learn something depends on how smart we are. If your brain is taking in material quickly, you’re clever; if not, well, that doesn’t say great things about your IQ. But science shows context (上下文) and technique (技术) actually play a big role in how fast we learn, and even small changes – like the way you use to read – can make a big difference.

Audio (音频的) books have plenty of advantages: you can enjoy them anywhere, even in the car, and not printing books saves trees. Poor readers also often find them more interesting. But according to the latest research, if your goal isn’t to pass the time in traffic, but instead to learn something difficult, you should choose a physical book.

In a recent opinion piece in the New York Times, psychology (心理学) professor Daniel T.Willingham mentioned a 2010 study where 48 students either read or listened to an article about child psychology. Although the students spent the same amount of time with their material and did about the same number of distracting (分散注意力) activities while they absorbed the information, they scored very differently on a 10-item quiz later. Generally, the readers scored 81 percent but while the listeners scored 59 percent. Why does listening vs reading material have such a great effect on learning?

Willingham explains that first, most of us read more slowly than we listen (especially when pausing and rereading), and when you’re trying to absorb new information, slower seems to be better. “About 10 to 15 percent of eye movements during reading are actually regressive – meaning the eyes are going back and re-checking,” he explains to TIME. “This happens very quickly…”

Second, books offer visual cues (可视线索) that help our brains organize and understand new information. Things like chapter breaks, subheadings, and lists help us in making sense of the material and understanding how it fits together. You lose all that when you go the audio way.

The bottom line is simple: Don’t feel shame about passing your time in traffic with an audio book. However, be aware of audio’s limitations when it comes to studying, and seriously consider choosing good old-fashioned reading instead.

27．According to the writer, you should choose to read a book to ______.

A．take in the information B．pass the time in traffic

C．learn something difficult D．organize new information

28．A “physical book” in Paragraph 2 probably means “______”.

A．an audio book B．a book about physics

C．a book about computer D．a book made of paper or cloth

29．What can we learn from the passage?

A．To read a book is better than to listen to it.

B．Readers are cleverer than listeners.

C．Reading books is a good way to pass time.

D．How fast we learn depends on how smart we are.

D

You may be able to care for your physical health by wearing a mask, washing your hands, and doing regular exercise during the coronavirus epidemic, but how do you treat your mental health? Millions of people are facing fear, anxiety and depression as lockdowns, transportation bans and quarantines (隔离期) continue.

As part of the government's "first level response", the National Health Commission said more than 300 hotlines are now available throughout China. Callers can talk with counseling (咨询) services and people from university psychology departments, Reuters reported. Depending on your location, you can call one of these 24-hour hotlines for psychological support and general advice if you're experiencing anxiety, depression or panic attacks — no matter whether you're a patient, medical worker or just someone stuck at home.

A survey conducted by the Chinese Psychology Society found that of the 18,000 people tested for coronavirus-related anxiety, 42.6 percent were anxious, according to NBC News.

“A stable state of mind can help reduce impatience and anxiety, which is helpful for treatment. Providing psychological counseling and appropriate medicine, psychiatry (心理治疗) can play an important role in the battle against the epidemic,” said Chen Jun, an expert from the Shanghai Mental Health Center, on CCTV.

A healthy mind supports a healthy body. Stress weakens the immune system, according to the American Psychological Association. Managing stress may help people fight off a virus.

In addition to hotlines, online platforms and social media have also offered support to those dealing with the mental pressure of worrying about the virus. One virus-related hashtag (话题), which translates as "how to deal with feeling very anxious at home," has been viewed by hundreds of millions of Sina Weibo users.

Universities have set up support groups on QQ, while thousands of doctors provide counseling for users on JD. com. KnowYourself, a public WeChat account, hopes to reduce panic attacks to frontline medical workers, patients and their families.

“People are scared, their lives are being interrupted, so to have a voice that helps to comfort them and calm them and kind of guide them through this process can be very helpful,” Paul Yin, a psychologist in Beijing, said.

Keeping a positive mindset is key during this difficult time. Remember to keep things in perspective and maintain social networks with your family and friends. Treat your mind well, and your body will follow.

30. What can we learn about the counseling service from Paragraph 2?

A. Only patients and medical workers are offered the service.

B.Over 300 hotlines are available in every city across China.

C.It's aimed at people with coronavirus-related mental problems.

D.Some university psychology departments offer face-to-face counseling.

31．What are Paragraphs 3-5 mainly about?

A．How the novel coronavirus affects people mentally.

B．Why it is vital to provide psychological support.

C．How people should manage anxiety and stress.

D．What kinds of counseling are being offered.

32．Why are a Weibo hashtag and a public WeChat account mentioned in the text?

A.To prove the benefits of social media.

B.To compare the support they provide people.

C.To show where psychological support is also given.

D.To stress the negative impact of the virus on people.

33．What can we conclude from Paul Yin's words?

A.Counseling services help people to stay positive.

B.It takes a long time to rid people of their anxiety.

C.It is helpful for anxious people to talk with each other.

D.Various communications are in need in the counseling process.

四、阅读短文，根据短文内容回答问题。（共10分，每小题2分）

A new rubbish sorting system has been put into use in Fangchengyuan Community in Beijing. Local people not only sort their rubbish, but also put QR codes (二维码）on it.

"When the rubbish is collected and the codes are seen, I will get small gifts and even some money," one of the local people told reporters.

"It's really creative and encouraging. "

About 350 communities have carried out this smart system in Beijing. The capital of China has joined a list of cities in the country that take action to support rubbish sorting. For example, Shenzhen and Shanghai have made laws to punish people and organizations for not sorting rubbish correctly.

China produces quite a lot of rubbish every year. Much of the rubbish is buried（填埋) in soil or burned without being sorted. Landfills（填埋场）take up a lot of land and have a risk of polluting the soil and water nearby. And burning rubbish can produce harmful gases. 

Through rubbish sorting, we can reduce（减少）the use of landfills and air pollution. What's more, rubbish sorting saves resources, which could bring economic (经济的) benefits. For example, a ton of waste paper can be reused to make about 850 kg of paper, saving 17 trees and 50% of water. Because of their benefits, some countries have developed successful sorting systems.

Japan has a strict and detailed system. When people throw away a water bottle, the cap, the waste paper and the bottle itself have to go into three different bins (垃圾箱).

Every year, families receive special rubbish sorting timetables and directions from their local governments. They are advised to follow the timetables and directions when they throw away rubbish.

In Australia, every family is provided with three rubbish bins—the red lid (盖子) bin for "general waste" like food and plastic bags, the yellow lid bin for "recycling" like steel are glass, and the green lid bin for "green waste "such as grass and leaves. On the streets, the bins are printed with pictures of the things that are allowed inside. It makes recycling quite easy.

34．What will people get if they sort their rubbish in Fangchengyuan Community?

35．How many communities have carried out this smart system in Beijing?

36．What do families in Japan receive from their local governments every year?

37．What is the green lid bin for in Australia?

38．What are the benefits of rubbish sorting?

书面表达（共10分）

五、文段表达（10分）

39．从下面两个题目中任选一题，根据中文和英文提示，完成一篇不少于50词的文段写作。文中已给出内容不计入总词数。所给提示词语仅供选用。请不要写出你的校名和姓名。

题目①

假如你是李华，你要邀请你的朋友Tony去参观首都博物馆(the Capital Museum)，请用英语写一封电子邮件，告诉他你们见面的时间地点，参观的内容,以及参观时要注意的事项。

提示词语： experience local culture, see folk art, exhibition, history, rule

提示问题： When and where will you meet?

What can/can’t you see or do in the museum?

题目②

初中三年，你一定遇到过很多困难，某英文报社以“自强”为话题展开征文活动，请你用英文写篇短文给报社投稿，谈谈你曾经遇到过的困难，你是如何坚强克服困难的，以及克服困难后你的感受。

提示词语： remember, write, read, proud

提示问题： ● What difficulty did you have?

● What did you do to overcome the difficulty?

● How did you feel?

2021北京四十三中初三（上）期中英语

参考答案

一 单项选择（共6分， 每题0.5分）

1．A 2．C 3．C 4．A 5．B 6．D 7．B 8．C 9．B 10．D

11．C 12．C

二 完型填空 （共8分， 每题1分）

13．C 14．A 15．D 16．B 17．B 18．C 19．B 20．C

三．阅读理解 （共26分， 每题2分）

21．B 22．B 23．D   24．C 25．B 26．D

27．C 28．D 29．A   30．C 31．B 32．C 33．A

四 阅读回答问题（共10分， 每题2分）

34．Small gifts and some money.

35．About 350 communities.

36．Special rubbish sorting timetables and directions.

37．“Green waste” such as grass and leaves.

38．We can reduce the use of landfills and air pollution and save resources.

39．作文 （共10分）

题目①

Dear Tony,

I’d like to invite you to visit the Capital Museum. We are going to meet at the front gate of our school at six this Saturday morning.

We are going to do a lot of interesting activities. First, we will walk around the Capital Museum and visit the ancient art of calligraphy and painting exhibition. When we are in the museum, we should talk in a low voice. Besides, eating or drinking is not allowed in the exhibition halls. After that, we will have a picnic. At last, we will visit the old Beijing folk exhibition hall.

Please remember to wear comfortable shoes and clothes, as there will be much walking. You had better bring some simple food for the picnic and enough water, please. I'm sure you will have great fun. I hope to see you, so we can enjoy this trip together.

I'm looking forward to your early reply.

Yours,

Li Hua

题目②

Everybody meets difficulties in their life. I have met different kinds of difficulties in the past three years. In the first year of middle school, I had big troubles remembering English words. I failed my test and I was really upset.

I decided to face my problem and find out ways to deal with it. First, I went to my English teacher for help. Then, I asked some classmates how they learned new words. They gave me some suggestions. I wrote the words on cards so I could see them any time and read them every day. Step by step, I made great progress.

The experience made me more confident in English. I was so proud of myself.

五、文段表达（10分）

书面表达评分标准：

第一档：（9~10分）

完全符合题目要求，观点正确,要点齐全。句式多样，词汇丰富。语言准确，语意连贯，表达清楚，具有逻辑性。 

第二档：（6~8分）

基本符合题目要求，观点正确,要点齐全。语法结构和词汇基本满足文章需要。语言基本通顺，语意基本连贯，表达基本清楚。虽然有少量语言错误，但不影响整体理解。

第三档：（3~5分） 

部分内容符合题目要求，要点不齐全。语法结构和词汇错误较多，语言不通顺，表达不够清楚，影响整体理解。

第四档：（0~2分） 

与题目有关内容不多，只是简单拼凑词语，所写内容难以理解。

初三英语口试设计思路

本次初三考试卷面60分,听说机考40分，共100分。

为了更好备考12月份中考听说考试， 本次期中考试将在教考平台上选题，与中考听说考试题型一致，机器评分，满分40。