广州市玉岩中学 2021 届初三年级月考(四)
英语试题
一、语法填空（共15小题:每小题1分，满分15分）
It was one of the hottest days of the dry season. We had not seen rain ___1___ almost a
month. The crops were dying. If we ___2___see some rain soon, we would lose everything.
I was making lunch in the kitchen when I saw my___3___ son, Billy, walking towards the
woods. He was walking with a great effort... trying to be as still as possible. Minutes
later, he was once again walking towards the woods. I ___4___ stand it any longer. I went
out of the house and followed him.
He was cupping both hands in front of him as he walked, being very careful not to spill (溢
出）the water he carried.
As I came closer, I saw ___5___ sight. Several large deer stood in front of him. Billy
walked straight up to them. I almost screamed for him to get away. But the deer ___6___ hurt
him nor even moved as Billy got down. And then I saw a baby deer___7___ on the ground,
thirsty, lift its head to lap up(舔) the water in my boy’s hands. When the water was gone,
Billy jumped up to run back to the house. I followed him back to a tap. Billy opened it and
let the drip slowly fill up his “cup”.
___8___he stood up and began to turn back, I was there in front of him. His little
eyes___9___ with tears. Very quickly, he explained ___10___he was not wasting water. The
week before, he had made ___11___ same trouble with our horses, ___12___ caused him a
lecture from his father about the importance of not wasting water.
This time, I joined him, with a small pot of water from the kitchen. I let him ___13___ the
baby deer alone , for it was ____14____job. As the tears that rolled down my face began to
hit the ground, they ___15___ by other drops... more drops... and more. I looked up at the
学科网（北京）股份有限公司sky. All I can say is that the rain came that day saved our farm, just like the actions of
one little boy saved the little deer.
1. A. in B. at C. for D. since
2. A. didn’t B. doesn’t C. wasn’t D. isn’t
3. A. six years old B. six-year-old C. six-years-old D. six-year-old
4. A. can’t B. couldn’t C. mustn’t D. wouldn’t
5. A. surprising B. most surprising C. the most surprised D. the most surprising
6. A. either B. neither C. both D. none
7. A. lay B. to lie C. lying D. lies
8. A. When B. If C. Though D. Because
9. A. were fill with B. were filled with C. were filled of D. were fill with
10. A. which B. what C. why D. that
11. A. a B. an C. The D. /
12. A. which B. What C. who D. whose
13. A. take care of B. takes care of C. taking care of D. to take care of
14. A. himself B. itself C. his D. him
15. A. joined B. join C. to join D. were joined
二、完形填空（共10小题；每小题1分，满分10分）
Birth order, does it matter? Are you different because you are the first, second, or third child in your family, or
maybe the last of nine?
A study found that first-borns have an average IQ that is three points ___16___ than people who fall into a
different place in the birth order. Perhaps because first-borns often help younger brothers and sisters, which
___17___ their own skill. An international organization of the CEOs found that 43% of the CEOs are first-borns,
33% are middle children, and 23% are last-borns. First-borns are more likely to be doctors and astronauts and
___18___ higher pay.
If first-borns are more successful, last-borns are generally more agreeable(讨人喜欢的). They are also more
likely to be funny and to get ___19___ from all the bigger people at the dinner table. Stephen Colbert was the
youngest in a large ___20___, and Jim Carrey was the youngest of four. According to a magazine article The
Power of Birth Order, last-borns are more likely to be famous artists and ___21___ businessmen.
Then there are the ___22___ children; we have not ignored(忽视) them! Many middle children are short of
one-to-one time with their ___23___. They often feel short-changed; the oldest gets more rights, and the youngest
is “spoiled”. Though they may be ignored, middle children are more likely to ___24___ into easygoing adults.
学科网（北京）股份有限公司Many factors(因素) make us who we are, but if the research is ____25____ correct, birth order may be one
of the most important factors.
16. A. lower B. higher C. bigger D. worse
17. A. improves B. stops C. keeps D. increases
18. A. accept B. offer C. get D. give
19. A. permission B. education C. advice D. attention
20. A. company B. hospital C. family D. class
21. A. terrible B. awful C. stupid D. successful
22. A. lucky B. middle C. ordinary D. friendly
23. A. friends B. classmates C. parents D. teachers
24. A. feel B. become C. look D. grow
25. A. really B. easily C. quickly D. usually
三、阅读（共两节，满分45分）
第一节 阅读理解（共20小题；每小题2分， 满分40分）
(A)
Was it possible that Tang Dynasty poet Li Bai and Western hero King Arthur meet and fight against each
other? Yes. In a game called King of Glory Created by Chinese company Tencent. King of Glory was one of the
most popular MOBA games in China in 2017.
About one in every seven Chinese people plays the game and 55 million of them play it every day. The game
is designed to be easy for beginners. Social media like QQ and WeChat have also helped the game’s community
grow. New players can be invited to play the game by their WeChat contacts, with some seeing it as a good way to
keep in touch with old friends and make new ones.
The game has more than 60 characters to unlock and play as you progress, each with their own special style
and abilities. The characters cover different times and countries. Some are real historical characters, like Li Bai.
Some are not. Players use them to fight against each other or team up to fight. The winners can reach higher ranks
(排名).
,
However some people think King of Glory gives students incorrect information about events and people in
history. For example, the poet Li Bai is described as a killer; Jing Ke, the man who tried to kill the first emperor of
China, is a girl in the game. But more people worry about children playing the game too much and spending too
much money on it. Most of the players are below the age of 19. It’s reported that a 17-year-old boy had a stroke (中
风) after playing the game for 40 hours.
To change the situation, Tencent added a time limit feature to the game to prevent kids from playing too much.
学科网（北京）股份有限公司From July 4, 2017, children under 12 years old can play the game for only one hour a day, while users between 12
to 18 get two hours. Those who try to play beyond the time limit will be locked out of the game.
26. According to the passage, how many players are playing the game in China?
A. About 20 million. B. About 52 million.
C. About 55 million. D. About 200 million.
27. Which of the following is TURE about the King of Glory?
A. It is the most popular online game in the world.
B. It offers 60 characters for players to chose from.
C. All of the characters are real historical characters.
D. Players can fight against each other or team up to fight.
28. What is Paragraph 4 mainly about?
A. Children play the game too long and spend too much money on it.
B. People think that the game give children incorrect information about history.
C. Many people give bad reviews about the game.
D. The game receives a lot of good reviews.
29. Why did Tencent add a time limit to the game?
A. Because children are very curious.
B. Children spend too much time playing the game.
.
C The game uses incorrect historical references.
D. Children don’t have enough time to play the game.
30. Where do you think we may read the passage?
A. A newspaper. B. In a travel guidebook. C. In a book review. D. In a story book.
(B)
New artificial intelligence software is being used in Japan to monitor the body language of shoppers and look
for signs that they are planning to shoplift (在商场中偷窃).
The software, which is made by a Tokyo company called Vaak, is different from similar products that work by
matching faces to criminal records. Instead, VaakEye uses behavior to predict criminal action. Company founder
Ryo Tanaka said his team offer 100,000/hours worth of surveillance (监视) data to train it to monitor everything
from the facial expressions of shoppers to their movement and clothing.
Since VaakEye launched last month, it has been used in 50 stores across Japan. Vaak said that there will be
another 100 stores using it next month. That could help reduce global retail costs from shoplifting, which hit $34
billion in 2017 according to the Global Shrink. Index.
“Though the goal is to prevent theft, is it legal of even moral to prevent someone from entering a store based
学科网（北京）股份有限公司on this software?” said Michelle Grant. “This should not be decided by the software developers. What we provide
is the information of the suspicious (可疑的) image. We don’t decide who is criminal. The shop decides who’s
criminal,” said Tanaka.
“Are people aware of what’s happening?” asked Couchman. “Do they agree? What happens to the data? How
is it protected? Might it be shared?” Grant said consumers are willing to sacrifice some privacy for convenience,
such as using face recognition (人脸识别) for payment—but only when they’re aware the technology is being used.
Therefore, there should be notice before they enter the stores so that they can decide whether to leave or not, how
they use it, how long they use it.
31. The software is used to _________.
A. stop people from entering the stores
B. prevent the theft in stores
C. help people plan the shoplift
D. help protect people’s privacy
32. VaakEye is different from similar products because it _________.
A. matches people’s faces to criminal records
B. predicts criminal action by using behaviors
C. has been used in 50 stores across Japan
D. help reduce global retail costs from shoplifting
33. VaakEye monitor the following things of the shoppers EXCEPT _________.
A. facial expression B. movement C. clothing D. criminal records
34. How many stores in total will use VaakEye next month?
A. 50 B. 100 C. 150 D. 200
35. From the last two paragraphs, we can guess Michelle Grant _________.
A. thinks the developers can prevent someone from entering a store
B. thinks consumers don’t want to sacrifice their privacy anytime, anywhere
C. thinks consumers have the right to know where the information is analyzed
D. thinks consumers can’t decide whether to leave a store by themselves
(C)
Tsunami (海啸): Killer Wave
The warnings are few. The signs are sudden. The ground shakes. The tide goes into reverse. A great roaring
sound fills the air. And then… It strikes. Wave after wave of crashing, crushing water. And when it is over, nothing
is left. A tsunami.
The word in Japanese means "harbor wave". Japan has been hit by many tsunamis in its history, as a result of
学科网（北京）股份有限公司its location. It lies across the edges of 4 tectonic plates (地壳板块). Most earthquakes are born in such places.
When two tectonic plates push together, the earthquake sends enormous amounts of energy up through the ocean. A
series of waves expands in all directions. In deep water, these waves travel fast – up to 500 miles an hour - but
reach a height of only a few feet. A passing ship may not even notice them. But as the waves enter shallow waters
and come into contact with the ocean floor, their speed is reduced but their height is raised. As they move onto land,
the waves can rise as high as a 10-story building.
A tsunami wave doesn't break like an ordinary wave. Instead, it advances like a wall of water, crashing over
everything in its way, sometimes reaching more than a kilometer inland. More damage is caused when the wave
moves back out to sea. It drags everything in its path underwater and out to sea. Most tsunamis have several waves.
They arrive between 10 and 60 minutes after the first strike – just when survivors think the danger has passed.
The deadliest tsunami ever recorded occurred in December of 2004. An earthquake off the coast of Indonesia
caused a tsunami that rushed across the Indian Ocean and reached as far as the coast of Africa. Whole sections of
cities were destroyed. More than 200,000 people died.
Most had no way of being warned. Five thousand miles away in Hawaii, scientists at the Pacific Tsunami
Warning Center monitor the earth's movements 24 hours a day. They hope to prevent a similar disaster from
happening in the Pacific region. If they discover a quake big enough to cause a tsunami, the scientists try to find out
where the wave will head and warn people in its path. Their advice-is simple: leave the coastal areas and move to
higher ground. Wait for news that the danger has passed. And be ready to deal with the damage that a tsunami
leaves behind.
36. What is the first paragraph mainly about?
A. What is a tsunami like? B. What is a tsunami?
C. Where does a tsunami come from? D. How strong is a tsunami?
37. Why has Japan been hit by many tsunamis in its history?
A. Because of its location of 4 tectonic plates.
B. Because of most earthquakes.
C. Because a series of waves expands in all directions.
D. Because it lies across the edges of 4 tectonic plates.
38. What does the underlined word "them" refer to in Paragraph 2?
A. Tsunamis. B. Waves in deep water.
C. Waves in shallow water. D. Ocean floors.
39. Which of the description of tsunami is proper according to the passage?
A. The deadliest tsunami ever recorded/caused 200,000 people to die. -
学科网（北京）股份有限公司B. An ordinary wave advances like a wall of water, crashing over everything in its way.
C. Most tsunamis can be warned now because scientists monitor the earth's movements 24 hours a day.
D. When a tsunami wave moves back out to sea, more damage happens.
40. Where is this article probably from?
A. A newspaper. B. A nature magazine.
C. A storybook. D. A science research.
(D)
All over the world, thousands of animals are used for wildlife tourism. People travel to watch monkey shows,
hug baby tigers and swim with dolphins. It might look like fun, but there are reports that animals are hurt now and
again. The World Animal Protection(WAP) says that up to 550,000 wild animals are exposed (暴露) to ill treatment
around the world. In Cambodia, for example, it’s been reported that elephants have died after carrying tourists for
long in hot weather. This is getting attention—over 100 travel companies have promised that they will no longer
open up such places. However, some people argue that animal tourism isn’t always as bad as it seems. So what do
you think?
Group Yes Group No
It is enjoyable and educational for
Animals weren’t put on this planet for
people to communicate with animals. The
entertainment. They should be free to live.
more people know about them, the more
The way animals are treated now is often they want to protect them.
cruel and causes much pain. Even if treated
Wildlife tourism brings money to poor
well, they cannot act in the same way as they
areas and may be the only way for some
would in the wild.
people to make a living.
We don’t need wildlife tourism. We can
Not all animals are treated badly. Some
see animals close up in their natural home in
endangered animals are under the protection
TV programmes. There’s no need to disturb
of programs that look after rare species(稀有
them in their real lives.
物种).
41. According to WAP, about 550,000 wild animals _________.
A. have disappeared B. are badly ill
C. have died because of hot weather D. are facing bad treatment
42. The underlined words “such places” refer to the places for _________.
A. foreign travelers B. sick elephants C. wildlife protection D. animal tourism
43. What opinion do the two groups have in common?
A. Animals can live wherever they like.
B. Wildlife should be protected.
C. Animal tourism supports poor people.
学科网（北京）股份有限公司D. Wildlife is well looked after.
44. “Group Yes” suggests that people should not disturb animals _________.
A. in Cambodia B. in travel companies
C. in real life D. in poor areas
45. What is the passage mainly about?
A. Ways of protecting rare species. B. Different opinions on wildlife tourism.
C. Suggestions on saving endangered animals. D. Programs of protecting wild animals.
第二节 阅读填空（共5小题；每小题1分，满分5分）
Sports can help you keep fit and close to nature. However, whether you are on the mountains, in the waves, or
on the grassland, you should realize that the sport you chose might have great influence on the environment.
Some sports are resource-hungry. Golf, as you may know, eats up not only large areas of countryside, but
also lots of water. ____46____This causes major environmental changes. For example, in the dry places of
Portugal and Spain, golf is often responsible for serious water shortage in some local areas.
___47___Power walking is one of them that you could take up today. You don't need any special equipment
except a good pair of shoes, and you don't have to worry about resources and your purse.____48____If you walk
regularly, it will be good for your heart. Experts say that 20 minutes of power walking daily can make you feel
less anxious, sleep well and keep fit.
Whatever sport you take up, you can make it greener by using environment- friendly equipment and buying
products made from recycled materials._______49_______ They are better replacements for traditional heath
clubs and modern sports centers. Members of green gyms play spots outdoors, in the countryside or other open
spaces. There is no special requirement for you to start your membership_____50_____
A. Simple and free power walking can also help you stay healthy.
B. But the final goal should be “green gyms.”
C. Besides, huge amounts of energy are used to keep its courses (球场) in good condition.
D. And best of all, it's free.
E. However, there are many environment-friendly sports.
四、语法专项检测（共20题，每小题1分，共20分）
51. Hurry up!Some _____ and ____ are on sale in the supermarket.
A. tomato; egg B. tomatoes; egg
C. tomatoes; eggs D. tomato; eggs
52. ________ fathers will come to the parents’ meeting together. You will see them then.
学科网（北京）股份有限公司A. Betty and Julie’s B. Betty’s and Julie’s C. Betty and Julie D. Betty’s and Julie
53. —________ Smiths are used to living in Shanghai.
—We hope more and more foreign friends live ________ better life in China.
.
A /; a B. The; an C. The; a D. /; the
54. According to a survey, three out of five women do housework at home, but only________ of men would do it.
A. four fifth B. four fifths C. two fifth D. two fifths
55. There's ________ wrong with the engine—it's making strange noises.
A. nothing B. anything C. everything D. something
56. Bill always has all kinds of idea. I think he is ________ enough to be a famous writer.
A. create B. creative C. creativity D. creatively
.
57 — Are you a big fan of the TV show Dance of China?
— Yes. I am ________ by these people’s great dancing skills.
A. bored B. amazed C. embarrassed D. angry
58. —Mum, there is a beautiful box. What’s in it?
.
—I’m not sure It ________ be a present from your aunt.
A. can’t B. should C. may D. must
59. Sam ________ with his friends every weekend.
A. skates B. is skating C. has skated D. will skate
60. I don’t know the words to a lot of songs, but I do know some folk songs that my grandma ________ me at an
early age.
A. teaches B. taught C. will teach D. thought
61. In 2022, China ________ the 24th Winter Olympics in Beijing.
A. held B. hold C. will hold D. will be held
62. Mr. Wilson together with his friends ________ Pyengchang. They went there to watch the 2018 Winter
Olympic Games.
A. has gone to B. have gone to C. has been to D. have been to
63. Everything ________ with sand after the strong wind last night.
A. covers B. is covered C. was covered D. covered
64. —What happened to Mrs. Smart?
—She cut herself while she ________ lunch.
A. prepares B. is preparing C. was preparing D. will prepare
65. —Could you tell me________at eight tomorrow morning？
—At the school gate．
学科网（北京）股份有限公司A. where we met B. where did we meet
C. where we will meet D. where will we mee
66. You will not achieve your goal unless you _______ hard without stop.
A. work B. are working C. have worked D. will work
67. —Tom, how are you feeling today?
—Much ____________. I don't think I can go to school tomorrow.
A. better B. worse C. healthier D. happier
68. Although we met with some accidents on the way, we get there ________.
A. safe B. safer C. safety D. safely
69. —Have you ever seen the movie called Los Angeles 2011?
—Yes, but I think it’s ________. I fell asleep when I saw it.
A. exciting B. boring C. bored D. excited
70. Take it easy. There will be_________ two buses coming in a few minutes.
A. another B. other C. others D. the other
五、写作（共三节，满分30分）
第一节 语篇填词（共5空，每空1分，共5分）
根据下列语篇及所给单词的首字母写出所缺单词。在填写答卷时，要求写出完整单词（每空限填一词）
About 500 years ago, there were many great scientists around the world. And Galileo was one of them. He
discovered many things and s___71___ many problems.
In 1609, Galileo heard about a new invention called the telescope(望远镜) and he decided to build one to look
at the u___72___. When he looked at the Moon, he found mountains and craters(坑) on the surface of the moon.
Galileo also found that everything falls at the same speed. He dropped two round balls off the Leaning Tower
of Pisa in front of a large audience. One ball was very heavy and the other was l___73___. Both balls h___74___
the ground at the same time.
Because of his achievements, people c___75___ Galileo a great scientist.
第二节 完成句子（共7小题；每题2分，满分10分）
根据所给的汉语内容，用英语完成下列句子(每格限填一词)
76. 我们相互帮助是非常必要的。
__________for us_________each other.
77. 小梅多么忙碌！她总是第一个来最后一个走。
________ ________ Xiaomei is! She is always the first to come and the last to leave.
78. 那只兔子跑那么快，我抓不住它。
学科网（北京）股份有限公司That rabbit ran ________ ________ ________ I ________ catch it.
79. 我想知道在哪里可以看到这么漂亮的格桑花。
I wonder ________ such beautiful Galsang flowers.
80. 从广州坐飞机到上海需要多长时间?
_________ _________ does _________ _________ to fly from Guangzhou to Shanghai?
第三节 书面表达（共1小题，满分15分）
81. 在许多城市，饲养宠物是一种时尚，但不同的人对此有不同的看法。请你结合提示写一篇短文。
1. 独生子女和老人不会感到孤独。
Advantage
2. 宠物能够给人们带来快乐。
3.……
Disadvantage 1. 饲养宠物可能会有噪音。
2.……
注意: 1. 词数80词左右；
2. 不能出现真实的个人信息。
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