广东省高中联盟2024-2025学年高三下学期2月开学考英语试卷

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广东省高中联盟2025届高三下学期开学考

高三英语试卷

试卷共8页，47小题，满分120分。考试用时120分钟。

注意事项：

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第一部分  阅读 (共两节，满分50分)

第一节 (共15小题；每小题2. 5分，满分37. 5分)

阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。

A

Visitor Engagement Volunteer

The RSPB (Royal Society for the Protection of Birds) manages an extensive network of nature reserves, providing essential habitats for a wide variety of bird species. As nature faces increasing challenges and wildlife habitats become scarcer, it is more important than ever to encourage people to engage with these vital spaces. To enhance our visitor engagement efforts, we are looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help inspire a love for nature.

What You’ll Do & Skills Needed

Your tasks will vary depending on the reserve but may include:

Greeting visitors warmly and providing assistance with a friendly smile.

Supporting events to ensure they run smoothly and successfully.

Encouraging visitors to become members and support our conservation work.

●Maintaining welcome areas to ensure they are tidy, well-organized, and informative.

We are seeking friendly, outgoing individuals who enjoy meeting new people and are passionate about the natural world. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail will help ensure our events are a success. You don’t need to be an expert in wildlife — all you need is a love for nature and a desire to learn!

A Few Details to Note

This volunteer opportunity is ideal for young people under 18 who want to make a positive difference. To support your involvement, we cover up to 50% of your travel expenses for the first £100 and 20% for any

additional costs, ensuring you won’t be left out of pocket.

1 What is the goal of the RSPB’s visitor engagement program?

A. To maintain and expand nature reserves.

B. To gather volunteers for ecological studies.

C. To offer educational programs about bird species.

D. To promote public involvement in preserving nature.

2. What are volunteers expected to do in this program?

A. Organize travel arrangements for visitors.

B. Conduct wildlife surveys at nature reserves.

C. Assist with events to ensure effective operation.

D. Provide expert knowledge about wildlife protection.

3. How much of an individual’s travel expenses of £120 can get covered?

A. £50. B. £54. C. £60. D. £80.

B

Keith Warren grew up fascinated by barbering — the art of cutting and styling hair. While working part-time at Sears a well-known American department store, he decided to test his passion by trying barbering full-time for one month. That month turned into a lifelong journey. Today, Warren co-owns Visions Barbershop in Rochester, New York, with his partner, Ronnic Davis.

Since the early 1990s, Warren has served the 19th Ward, a diverse neighborhood in southwest Rochester, known for its community spirit and motto, “Urban, by choice.” Visions Barbershop has become a gathering place where people not only come for haircuts but also to socialize and connect. Warren recalls a funny moment when a customer criticized the local football team, the Buffalo Bills, not realizing a former player from that team was in the chair. Interactions like these make Visions Barbershop a lively part of the neighborhood.

For Warren, barbering is his way of giving back to the community. Over time, he started offering health tips to his clients. After undergoing a medical exam called a “colonoscopy”, Warren felt it was essential to raise awareness of health issues. Now, the shop’s walls display information about disease prevention and other health topics. “We want to help everyone take care of themselves,” he says.

Warren’s barbershop has also become a source of guidance, especially for young clients seeking advice. Many young people stop by for a haircut but end up sharing their challenges and ambitions. Warren listens and shares his

experiences, encouraging them to stay focused and make positive choices. He hopes that Visions Barbershop will always be a place where people feel welcome and valued.

As the years pass and the neighborhood changes, Visions Barbershop remains a respected corner stone of the community. When asked how long he plans to keep cutting hair, Warren simply smiles and says, “As long as I’m here, I’ll keep cutting hair.” For him, each cut is more than just work — it’s a way to stay grounded in the people and place he loves.

4. What motivated Warren to pursue barbering?

A. Need to find stable employment. B. Encouragement from his colleagues.

C. A long-time dream to own a barbershop. D. A desire to explore his interest in haircutting.

5. What does “the funny moment” mentioned in paragraph 2 suggest?

A. Warren’s passion for football. B. Clients’ love for the local team.

C. The player’s reputation in the sport. D. The barbershop’s open atmosphere.

6. How does Warren raise his clients’ health awareness?

A. By hosting health-related events. B. By sharing relevant health insights.

C. my inviting them to medical exams. D. By providing personal medical stories.

7. What is reflected in Warren’s career?

A. Lifelong service to his community. B. Strong commitment to personal fame.

C. Growing ambition for business expansion. D. Clear emphasis on serving important clients.

C

The interplay between literature and scientific research has been evident throughout history. At a surface level, literature often anticipates future scientific developments, and science, in turn, provides a rich source of inspiration for literary creation. However, the interaction between these two goes beyond mere creativity; it invites deeper thoughts on the ethical (道德的) and philosophical impacts of technological advancements.

For instance, science fiction works like Isaac Asimov’s I, Robot play a direct role in shaping and inspiring the development of artificial intelligence (AI). This book pictures a future where robots coexist with humans and are governed by the “Three Laws of Robotics”. These laws not only influence the real-world AI research but also become a cornerstone in the debate surrounding AI ethics. These fictional laws provide more than just a blueprint for scientists; they serve as a bridge, making complex technological issues easier for the public to grasp.

Yet, the influence of literature on science extends even further. Take Liu Cixin’s The Three-Body Problem as an example. The scientists in this fiction are not merely pioneers of scientific breakthroughs — they also represent