2024—2025学年度第一学期期末考试
九年级英语试题
（考试时间：100分钟试卷满分：120分考试形式：闭卷）
一、补全对话（共5小题，每小题2分，计10分）
根据对话内容，从所给的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项，每个选项限用一次。
(Millie's online friend Shirley from the USA is talking with Millie about New Year celebrations on Wechat.)
Shirley: New Year is coming.
Millie: Yes. 1
Shirley: Let me have a look. Why are these people spreading salt on the doorstep
Millie: 2
Shirley: That's interesting. 3
Millie: She's hanging onions (洋葱) on her door to wish for good luck and health.
Shirley: 4
Millie: Parents buy us new clothes and we can get lucky money. Most Chinese people like to wear traditional Chinese clothes.
Shirley: Oh. What type of traditional Chinese clothes do you like best
Millie: I like hanfu best. 5
Shirley: Great. I'd like to have one too.
A. What do you usually do to celebrate it in China B. And what's that woman doing C. They are not only part of fashion but show the traditional culture of our country. D. I am watching a video about how people all over the world celebrate New Year. E. Because they think salt will keep them from bad things in the coming year.
二、完形填空（共15小题，每小题1分，计15分）
阅读下面的短文，掌握其大意，然后从各题所给的四个选项中选出一个最佳答案。
Su Shi, known as Su Dongpo, was a famous Chinese writer, poet and painter.
When he was young, he read a lot of books and wrote many good articles. People thought highly of him. Because of this, he became very 6 and wrote a couplet (对联) for 7 .
Knowing all the words in the world;
Reading all the books on the earth.
A wise old man saw this couplet and thought, “It is 8 for Su Shi to learn how to be modest.” So, one day, he came to Su Shi's house 9 a book.
The old man showed Su Shi the book and explained, “So far, I have 10 the book several times, 11 there are still some difficult words that I can't understand. I have asked many people, but none of them could understand their 12 . I have heard that you are a person of rich knowledge, so I come to ask you.”
13 confidence, Su Shi took the book from the old man's hand, but when he opened it, he became very 14 because there were many words he didn't know. At that moment, Su Shi 15 that there were many more things that he had to learn.
Actually, the old man knew every word in this book. He just wanted to 16 Su Shi the importance of being modest. Su Shi was embarrassed (尴尬的) and said, “Now I know 17 you came. I shouldn't have been so arrogant (自大的).”
The old man smiled and 18 . Then Su Shi quickly took his brush and ink, and added some words 19 the couplet:
Working hard to know all the words in the world;
Being determined to read all the books on the earth.
From then on, he worked even harder. 20 , Su Shi made great achievements in many fields, especially in literature.
6. A. modest B. proud C. wise D. creative
7. A. himself B. itself C. herself D. yourself
8. A. useful B. good C. necessary D. interesting
9. A. of B. in C. through D. with
10. A. written B. read C. shown D. bought
11. A. and B. or C. so D. but
12. A. differences B. meanings C. ideas D. spellings
13. A. Full of B. As for C. Thanks to D. Because of
14. A. excited B. surprised C. energetic D. happy
15. A. hoped B. remembered C. realized D. mentioned
16. A. give B. ask C. make D. tell
17. A. why B. what C. how D. that
18. A. came B. left C. ran D. walked
19. A. from B. in C. to D. on
20. A. Finally B. Probably C. Clearly D. Suddenly
三、阅读理解
（一）阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳答案。（共15小题，每小题2分，计30分）
A
Recently, some cities in China reported the making and selling of fake (假的) down jackets (羽绒服). What makes a down jacket warm How can you tell if a down jacket is fake or not
What makes down jackets warm Down cluster content (绒子含量)
Down fibers (绒丝) Central core (绒核) ≥50% a down jacket <50% not a down jacket
Down cluster 绒子
A down jacket keeps you warm by trapping air in its fluffy (毛茸茸的) filling. This air forms a warm layer (层) that holds in your body heat.
21. What makes a down jacket warm
A. The colour. B. Down cluster. C. The style. D. The weight.
22. In which part of a newspaper would you probably read the passage
A. Clothing & Life B. Traditional Culture
C. New technology D. Environment Protection
B
“Save the whales!” That's what the picture on Jake Smith's bedroom wall said. Jake liked having a picture that said something important to show what he cared. He just never expected to get a chance to save a real whale, one right in his own neighborhood.
It was a Saturday morning when the newspaper first reported the whales’ coming. A group of the animals were swimming close to the beach in Jake’ s hometown. All the local people rushed out to the beach to see them. They were expecting a beautiful show, better than a movie.
Then one whale swam in the direction directly towards land. It came in with the waves and when the waves receded (退去), it stayed. Its huge body rested on the land. Suddenly, Jake and his family and all the others were no longer sightseers. They had to become rescuers (救援者). A few people ran towards the animal. They pushed and tried to force the whale back into the water, but it was no use.
An animal rescue service team soon arrived in a truck with heavy lifting machinery, to help move the animal. Jake and his family couldn't do much on the beach, so they went back to their house and made sandwiches and hot tea for the rescuers. At least, Jake thought, they could help in some ways.
Back at the beach, they offered the food to the rescuers and were happy to see that it was needed. It was getting dark. Some people lined up their cars along the beach and shined the headlights on the sand. The rescuers would not give up. After trying many times they were finally able to lift the whale into the water. Everyone cheered when it headed out to the sea. It swam out about a mile and then disappeared for a moment under the sea. Then, in what looked like a jump of joy, it rose high above the water—a thank-you to those who had worked so hard to save its life.
23. Which of the following is the right order of the events
a. A huge whale rested on the land and couldn't swim back to the sea.
b. It was reported that a group of whales were swimming close to the beach.
c. An animal rescue service team came to help move the animal.
d. The whale swam out about a mile and then disappeared under the sea.
A. d-a-c-b B. c-a-d-b C. b-d-a-c D. b-a-c-d
24. What does the picture on Jake's wall tell us about him
A. He loved whales best. B. He cared about animals.
C. He lived near the ocean. D. He was an animal rescuer.
25. Why did the local people go down to the beach
A. To swim with whales. B. To help save whales.
C. To enjoy the whales show. D. To watch a movie about whales.
26. How did Jake and his family help save the whale
A. By calling the rescue service. B. By giving the rescuers food and drink.
C. By asking their neighbors for help. D. By controlling the people on the beach.
C
When introducing the rules of the class, the first words my math teacher, Ms Whitney, began with were “kindness” and “homework”. Now, I can only imagine that you must be feeling what I felt then: Why would homework, which is already so difficult, be connected with anything good
As if understanding my confusion (困惑), Ms Whitney began to explain in her gentle-but-authoritative voice:“Homework sometimes needs cooperation. When others can't solve a problem, and you can do it, you can help them. It provides you the chance to grow and learn. There's a positive (积极的) relationship between them.”
It was at that moment I heard a pop in my head, a feeling as if the confusion around the two words had disappeared. Homework brings out kindness, and kindness in turn creates an environment that encourages everyone to practice.
Ms Whitney proved the truth behind those words during the following days. Every day, we were divided into groups and made to stand next to each other, working on problems that came like a never-ending flood. The first day, I was a bit uncomfortable working with another person. But soon, as we discussed questions and helped each other, that uncomfortable feeling began to disappear.
In a classroom filled with friendly discussion and Ms. Whitney's happy voice calling out, “Kindness and Homework!” whenever she saw one of us standing alone or in need of help, math class didn't feel as boring as it was before. It was hard to believe that homework problems could change the way people think. In the past, I could only think of one method to solve a problem, but now I can think of more than two ways. Learning in Ms. Whitney's class has helped me find a strong wish to learn, which will help me for the rest of my journey abroad.
27. What's the meaning of the underlined word “cooperation”
A. To work together. B. To have fun. C. To be independent. D. To be careful.
28. When did the writer understand the relationship between “homework” and “kindness”
A. The moment Ms Whitney explained patiently.
B. The moment the classroom filled with discussion.
C. The moment the writer worked with another person.
D. The moment Ms Whitney introduced rules of the class.
29. How did Ms. Whitney prove the truth behind her words
A. By explaining her words again and again.
B. By discussing with her students strictly.
C. By calling out “Kindness and Homework” loudly.
D. By dividing students into groups to work on problems.
30. What can we learn from the last paragraph
A. The writer gets bored with maths class. B. The writer prefers to do things on her own.
C. Homework means more than finishing a task. D. Homework is not difficult for the writer at all.
D
Roberta woke up early the next morning. Then she woke up Phyllis and Peter. “We’ re in the new house. There are no servants here. We must help Mother now,” whispered Roberta.
Carefully the three children lit the fire and filled a kettle(水壶) with water. They hung the kettle above the fire.
“Mother isn't awake yet. Let's go outside and sit on that flat stone,” said Roberta. “Perhaps we will see a train go by.”
When Mother came out at eight o’clock, Roberta, Peter and Phyllis were all fast asleep in the sunshine. They had put the kettle on the fire at five o’clock: three hours ago. All the water had boiled away (烧干). Now there was a hole in the bottom of the kettle. The fire had gone out.
“Never mind,” laughed Mother. “We can boil some water in a pan. And I’ve found the dinner.”
She led them into the kitchen and pointed to a door.
“Last night, I thought this was a cupboard. It was so dark. But look,” she said.
Mother opened the door and the children saw a little room with a table in the middle. On it there was roast beef, bread and butter, cheese and an apple pie.
“Apple pie for breakfast,” cried Peter. “What fun!”
It was a wonderful breakfast. Everyone was very hungry.
“It feels like dinner because we were up so early,” said Peter, as he passed his plate for more apple pie.
When the children had finished, they helped Mother put everything away in the right place.
Then Mother said, “I'm tired. I'm going to lie down for a while. Go out to play but please be careful.”
Roberta, Peter and Phyllis looked at each other. They were all thinking the same thing.
“Let's go down to the railway,” cried Roberta.
“Listen!” said Phyllis. “I think I can hear a train.”
Peter asked, “Do you think it's going to London
“Father is in London,” replied Roberta. “Let's go to the station and find out”.
—Taken from The Railway Children
31. What did the children do after getting up
A. Wake up their mother. B. Play in the house.
C. Help mother with housework. D. Empty the kettle.
32. When did the children put the kettle on the fire
A. At three o’ clock. B. At five o' clock. C. At eight o’ clock. D. At ten o' clock.
33. What happened to the kettle when the water boiled away
A. The fire changed its colour. B. The heat made the kettle fly away.
C. There was nothing wrong with it. D. There was a hole in the bottom of the kettle.
34. How did the children like the breakfast
A. Simple. B. Unhealthy. C. Excellent. D. Awful.
35. What is “the same thing” they were thinking
A. Going to London. B. Going back to city.
C. Lying down with their mum. D. Going down to the railway.
（二）阅读下面短文，从所给选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项，使短文通畅，结构完整，其中有一项为多余选项。（共5小题，每小题2分，计10分）
Teenagers need eight to ten hours of sleep per night. However, changes to the body's sleep cycle make it difficult for teens to fall asleep early. Many cannot fall asleep until 10:30 p. m. or even later and most of them will feel sleepy if they have to get up too early.
Scientists recommend that both middle and high schools begin no earlier than 8:30 a. m. 36 Here are some other advantages of later school start times:
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When running late in the mornings, students are likely to go without breakfast. With an empty stomach, one finds it difficult to focus (集中) in class. When they are always in a hurry, students may form unhealthy eating habits.
With extra time before going to school, students can eat a well-balanced breakfast and focus more on learning.
Fewer behavioral problems
Teens experience mood changes as a common result of this special period of life. 38 When they get enough sleep, students are calm and peaceful and their moods do not change suddenly. They' re less likely to feel worried, unhappy or get angry. For parents, children with more sleep are easier to live with.
Better performance (表现) in study
Sleep loss hurts attention, memory and brain development. Students with less sleep have difficulty paying attention in class and are likely to have lower grades. 39 They are also less likely to fall asleep in class and more able to understand what they learn.
40 It improves their chances of eating, behaving and performing better.
A. More time to sleep. B. More time for a healthy breakfast. C. Less sleep may cause worries, stress and unhappiness. D. Later school start times support the natural needs of teenagers. E. In conclusion, starting school later helps students get a better night's sleep. F. Students with enough sleep can be more energetic and more willing to learn.
四、词汇运用
（一）阅读短文，从方框中选择适当的词或短语并用其正确形式填空，使短文通顺、意思完整，每词或短语限用一次。（共10小题，每小题1.5分，计15分）
take notice of, gift, heavy, sit, teach
Yu Boya, a famous musician, lived in the State of Chu during the Spring and Autumn Period (770-476 BC). He showed a great 41 for music from an early age and later became a student of a master guqin player named Cheng Lian. Yu was a fast learner and soon good at everything Master Cheng 42 him.
One day, Yu Boya was traveling on a riverboat when it began to rain 43 . He found shelter at the foot of a mountain. Here Yu Boya began to play a tune on his guqin. Right then, a string snapped (折断). Yu Boya raised his head and saw a woodchopper (伐木人) 44 on the bank. The man was Zhong Ziqi. He had been listening to the music all the time. He enjoyed it so much that he didn't even 45 the rain.
already, understand, when, so that, beyond
Deeply touched, Yu Boya invited Zhong Ziqi onto his boat 46 he could share his music with him. His own tunes, such as “High Mountains” and “Flowing Waters”, 47 by Zhong Ziqi completely. Yu Boya's joy was 48 all words. This man in front of him was a dear friend like no other!
A few years later, Yu Boya learned that Zhong Ziqi had 49 passed away. At his friend's tomb (坟墓), he knelt down and started playing his guqin. 50 it was over, he slowly rose and smashed (砸) his instrument into the ground. From that day on, no tune would ever come out of Yu Boya's skillful hands again.
（二）根据短文内容及首字母提示，填写所缺单词，使其意思完整。（共10小题，每小题1分，计10分）
The year 2024 celebrates the Chinese Year of the Dragon. It is respected as a lucky year, full of hope for all.
In Chinese culture, the dragon is a s 51 of power and good luck. People believe it controls the water and brings a good harvest. So they have a 52 the dragon since ancient times. And people who are born in the dragon year show a great s 53 of bravery.
But how did the dragon b 54 one of the twelve animals in the Chinese zodiac (生肖) According to the legend (传说), there was a party, the order of the zodiac animals would be d 55 by the order in which they arrived. The dragon, a 56 it had the ability to fly, didn't come first. It stopped to make rain for farmers on i 57 way. So, it was the fifth one to arrive.
To show great respect towards the dragon, Dragon Dance was started by the Chinese during the Han Dynasty. Now it has been f 58 all over the world. The length of dragons can be 50 to 70 meters because people believe that the longer the dragon is, the m 59 luck it will bring. But a small group can't run a very long dragon because it needs great human power, much money and s 60 skills.
The dragon is not just an animal in the Chinese zodiac, it's also a strong power that is rooted (根植) deeply in Chinese history and customs.
五、读写综合
（一）阅读并回答问题。（共5小题，每小题2分，计10分）
“Black Myth: Wukong” is a new video game that brings the magic of Chinese legends to life. It is from the famous Chinese story “Journey to the West,” which is really important in Chinese culture. And this game has excited players around the world since it came out on August 20th.
In the game, you play as Sun Wukong, also known as the Monkey King, who is the lead hero with amazing abilities. You can run fast, jump high, and use the magic stick to fight bad people.
One of the best parts of this game is to experience its beautiful scenes of Chinese nature, including famous mountains, peaceful rivers, and ancient temples (寺庙). These places look just like the real ones. This is because the game makers took lots of pictures while traveling across China and used them in every part of the game.
Foreign players love this game because it introduces a whole new world of myths and legends to them. Almost everything in the game, from buildings to clothing, is connected with Chinese traditions. They get to learn about Chinese culture and history while having fun. The music in the game is special, too. It uses traditional Chinese instruments like the gu zheng, bowls, wooden sticks, and gongs. Such music allows players to get into the world of a true Chinese fairy tale.
With its fantastic pictures, rich story, and exciting game play, this game lets you feel the excitement of Chinese myths and legends. It's like walking into a magical world where anything can happen. Whether you' re fighting or solving problems, this game is full of surprises and fun.
回答下面5个问题，每题答案不超过6个词。
61. Where is “Black Myth: Wukong” from
62. When did “Black Myth: Wukong” come out
63. What can foreign players learn about while having fun
64. Why do people think the music in the game is special
65. What do you think of this new video game
（二）书面表达（共1题，计20分）
66.习近平总书记在2025年新年贺词中说道：“梦虽遥，追则能达；愿虽艰，持则可圆。”成功之路充满了困难和挑战，但只要我们树立目标，埋头苦干，就能克服困难，实现梦想。请你结合提示和自身实际，以“Fighting for dreams”为题写一篇短文。
1. What is your dream
2. Why do you dream for that
3. How will you realize your dream
注意事项：
1.文中不能出现真实姓名、校名等信息；
2.词数：100词左右（文章开头已给出，不计入总词数）；
3.文章必须包含所有要点，可适当发挥，使短文连贯、通顺。
Fighting for dreams
Everyone has a dream, My dream is _____________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
2024—2025学年度第一学期期末考试
九年级英语参考答案及评分标准
一、补全对话（共5小题，每小题2分，计10分）
1-5 DEBAC
二、完形填空（共15小题，每小题1分，计15分）
6-10 BACDB 11-15 DBABC 16-20 DABCA
三、阅读理解（共20小题，每小题2分，计40分）
21-25 BADBC 26-30 BAADC 31-35 CBDCD 36-40 DBCFE
四、词汇运用
（一）（共 10 小题，每小题 1.5 分，计 15 分）
41. gift 42. taught 43. heavily 44. Sitting 45. take notice of 46. so that
47. were understood 48. beyond 49. already 50. When
（二）（共 10 小题，每小题1 分，计 10 分）
51. symbol 52. Admired 53. Spirit 54. Become 55. decided
56. although 57. its 58. famous 59. more 60. special
五、读写综合
（一）阅读并回答问题。（共 5 小题，每小题 2 分，计 10 分）
61. (From)A famous Chinese story. /Journey to the West.
62. On August 20th.
63. Chinese culture and history.
64. Because it uses traditional Chinese instruments. /Because of traditional Chinese instruments.
65. Exciting. /Wonderful./Excellent./Amazing...(合理即可)
（二）书面表达 （共 1 题，计 20 分）
Fighting for dreams
Everyone has a dream. My dream is to become a nurse. Since I was a little child, I have always dreamt of becoming a nurse. To me, being a nurse means more than just a job. It requires patience, quick-thinking and good skills. Nurses are the ones who provide comfort and care for patients. They are also the ones who help people go through difficult times.
To achieve my dream, I am determined to study hard and gain necessary knowledge. I’ll also actively take part in all kinds of activities to gain practical experience. I am confident that with my hard work and determination, I will be able to realize my dream.

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