人教版九年级英语期末检测卷(二)
试卷更新日期:2026-01-20 类型:期末考试
一、完形填空(共10小题,计15分)
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1. 完形填空
One British school found that allowing children to listen to music or even to have the TV on while studying is helping improve grades. Next time you and your teenager have a family quarrel because he 1 in an armchair listening to music while doing his homework, why not try a 2 experiment? Rather than giving the heavy words of ordering him to go to his bedroom to do it quietly, let him do the homework the 3 he wants. You might well find that his work is more wonderful than any he's done before.
According to the research of the school, around 20% of teenagers 4 best with background music, 10% excel themselves(超常发挥) when they are allowed to 5 their work with short walks around the room, while up to 80% can concentrate better if they are allowed to play with a small object.
The school adopted (采取) a completely 6 step, which helps pupils to discover which learning style suits them best and then lets them do their work listening to music or 7 lying down. Doubtful parents at first regarded the move as a lazy deed but many are now applying it at 8 where children are also allowed to do their work with the television on.
"I 9 to work on the floor with music on," admits Susan,13, a day girl. "At first my 10 thought I was avoiding studying, but my teacher persuaded them to look at my homework and when they saw it was okay, they agreed."
(1)A、 stands B、 sits C、 does D、 reads(2)A、 simple B、 big C、 dangerous D、 difficult(3)A、 music B、 movie C、 way D、 page(4)A、 relax B、 dance C、 write D、 work(5)A、 break out B、 break down C、 break up D、 break through(6)A、 new B、 special C、 common D、 interesting(7)A、 still B、 even C、 almost D、 perhaps(8)A、 school B、 class C、 home D、 last(9)A、 continue B、 hope C、 hate D、 prefer(10)A、 teachers B、 classmates C、 friends D、 parents二、阅读理解(共9小题,计18分)
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2. 阅读短文,回答问题
There are around 70 kinds of traditional musical instruments in China. These are some common traditional instruments.
Pipa
Pipa has 4 strings(弦) on a pear-shaped body. The musicians hold the instrument upright. They connect plectrums (琴拨)to each finger of the right hand.

Guzheng

Guzheng was first Made with a bamboo frame
and silk strings. It
has 18——23 strings
and movable bridges. This instrument is played by plucking the strings.
Xun

Xun is more than 7,000 years old. People first
used a kind of oval(椭圆形的) stone to hunt.
They would throw these stones at animals. The stone made a sound because there were holes on it. Now the instrument is made from clay. The holes are added so music can be made by blowing.
Chinese Chimes(编钟)Chinese chimes

are made from
different metals.
They are a group
of bells. Every
bell can make different sounds when you hit different parts. They also have some pictures on them, such as people, the loong and other animals.
Sheng
Sheng is made out of bamboo. It was played for dancers. There can be many pipes(音管). The first one had 17 pipes.

Xiao

Xiao is another instrument with 6——
8 finger holes. It is a bamboo instrument that is played
straightly. The music of Xiao reminds the listener of a lonely moon in the autumn night sky.
(1)、Which of the following musical instruments are made of bamboo according to the article?①Pipa ②Guzheng ③Xun ④Chinese chimes ⑤Sheng
⑥Xiao
A、①③④ B、②⑤⑥ C、①②⑥(2)、How can a musician play the guzheng?A、He can play the guzheng by holding it upright. B、He can play the guzheng by blowing it. C、He can play the guzheng by plucking the strings.(3)、People may ____when hearing the music of sheng.A、dance happily B、sing happily C、miss their friends or family(4)、Which of the following statements is TRUE about these traditional instruments?A、Pipa and guzheng both have 18—23 strings. B、Xun wasn't used as a musical instrument in the beginning. C、When you hit the same part of a bell in Chinese chimes, you can hear different sounds.3. 阅读短文,回答问题When I was a teenager, my parents were never interested in the music I liked. They said to me, "David, the music you like listening to is a lot of noise." At the same time, my father regularly described the pieces of music that he liked as beautiful ones. As it turns out, they are not alone. As I grow older, I've often heard people of my age say, "Today's music is terrible." Many older people just don't like the new music. But why?
The mere exposure effect (纯粹曝光效应) may explain this. It means the more familiar we are with something, the more likely we are to prefer it. When we are in our early teens, we usually spend a lot of time listening to popular music and discussing it with our friends. The new songs and singers during this time become familiar to us. After we turn 30 years old, we are busy working and raising our families. We don't have so much time to look for new music. Instead, we prefer to listen to our old favorites. According to studies, by the time we turn 33 years old, most of us will completely stop exploring the new music.
But I think there is another reason for older people's dislike of the new music. Most of the new music, after all, is not written for them. It is made for young people. Some types of music began as a rebellion (反抗) by young people against out- of- date ways of doing things. These types include punk, rap, hip- hop, heavy metal and more. They naturally interest younger listeners.
Do your parents dislike the music you like, too? Now, after reading this article, you know there is nothing wrong with that.
(1)、Why do many older people dislike the new music?①Because the new music sounds beautiful.
②Because they are afraid of noise.
③Because most of the new music is not written for them.
④Because they are not familiar with the new music.
A、①② B、②③ C、③④ D、②④(2)、Which of the following charts correctly shows "the mere exposure effect"?A、
B、
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D、
(3)、What does the underlined word "that" refer to in the last paragraph?A、The fact that younger people's dislike of the new music. B、The meaning of the mere exposure effect. C、The new music's attention to younger listeners. D、The fact that your parents dislike the music you like.(4)、Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage?A、All of the new music is written for young people. B、Most people no longer explore the new music at the age of 33. C、Teenagers usually spend a lot of time watching popular TV series. D、Today's music is terrible in all people's eyes.(5)、Which can be the best title for the passage?A、Why don't your parents like the music you like? B、What's the real meaning of the mere exposure effect? C、When do most young people stop exploring the new music? D、How do young people like different types of new music?三、阅读表达(共5小题,计15分)
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4. 阅读表达
Every year on June 21st, World Music Day is celebrated in over 120 countries, including its birthplace France, to honor both amateur(业余的) and professional musicians. Citizens of a city or country are permitted and encouraged to perform music outside in their neighborhoods, squares, and parks on World Music Day. Free concerts are also held, where musicians perform for the joy of playing music rather than for money.
In the 1970s, American musician Joel Cohen, who was then working for a French radio station, came up with the idea of having musicians perform on the evening of June 21 to celebrate the start of summer. It was finally accepted by France's Ministry of Culture in 1982. The day started in France and has extended to countries such as Belgium, the United Kingdom and others. It's the ideal time to learn a new instrument or listen to songs they wouldn't ordinarily listen to. Every type of musician can celebrate World Music Day with friends, family, and even strangers, whether they are young, elderly, new, or professional. The purpose is to promote (促进) the cultural communication by music.
It makes no difference how good you are at making music; everyone can do it. This day can be used by even the most tone-deaf(音盲的) people to sing their hearts out and appreciate the beauty and power of music. Music is not only a great way to express yourself, but it may also be good for your health.
(1)、In which country was World Music Day first celebrated?It was first celebrated.
(2)、Where can people perform music on World Music Day according to the passage?(List at least two places)(3)、Why are some concerts held for free according to the passage?Because some musicians perform for .
(4)、Which paragraph tells us the benefits (好处) of music?It's Paragraph .
(5)、What was the writer's aim to write this passage?The writer wrote it to World Music Day.
四、短文填空(共10小题,计20分)
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5. 阅读下面短文,在空白处填入一个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
The chimes of the Hubei Provincial Museum are a set of ancient musical instruments a long history. People, near and far, who come to the museum, can't help (admire) them with their own eyes.
The chimes are carefully decorated with beautiful patterns. They have multiple bells of (difference) sizes, which can produce melodious (旋律优美的) sounds performers strike(敲击) them.
The chimes were an important part of ancient Chinese music and (play) an important role in different (ceremony). They not only have musical significance, but also are amazing cultural treasures that reflect the wisdom and abilities of ancient Chinese people. They allow us (understand)the music, culture, and history of ancient China. The chimes are (high) regarded in the world. Next year a set of chimes (show) in other countries such as India, New Zealand, and the Philippines. The national treasure stands for ancient Chinese music culture can increase international cultural exchanges.
五、书面表达(20分)
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6. 假定你是李华,你的英国笔友 Tracy给你发了一封电子邮件,请根据邮件中的内容及你的实际情况进行回复。
To: Lihua @ china.com
From: Tracy Smith @ britain.com
Hi Li Hua,
How is everything going? We have set up a Chinese music club in our school. These days I am busy making plans of the music club for the next term. I am thinking about listening to traditional and modern Chinese music. What do you think of the activity? And why? Can you come up with more ideas for our new club?
Looking forward to hearing from you soon.
All the best.
Tracy
注意:(1)词数80左右,开头和结尾已给出,不计入总词数;(2)文中不得提及真实的人名、校名等相关信息。
Dear Tracy,
Yours,
Li Hua
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