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广州市南武中学2025—2026学年第一学期高一期末模拟考

英语试题

(考试时间：120分钟 满分130分)

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1. 答题前填写好自己的姓名、班级、考号等信息。

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第一部分  阅读理解(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，并在答题纸上将该项涂黑。

A

Volunteer tourism, which combines travel with community service, has grown in popularity among global travelers seeking meaningful experiences. The Telegraph recently featured three short-term volunteer programs focused on cultural heritage preservation, ideal for those wanting to contribute while exploring new destinations. Here are key details:

Program Name	Location	Duration & Schedule	Core Duties	Program Fee (per person)
Temple Restoration Project	Luang Prabang, Laos	2 weeks (Mon-Fri: 8:30-11:30, 14:00-17:00)	Assist with minor temple repairs; document ancient murals	$650
Indigenous Craft Revival	Oaxaca, Mexico	3 weeks (Tue-Sat: 9:00-16:00, breaks included)	Teach basic digital skills; help record craft techniques	$820
Oral History	Kyoto, Japan	1 week (Wed-	Translate	$580

Collection

Mon: 10:00-18:00, 1 day off)

interviews; organize traditional story archives

Additional Information:

Accommodation: All programs include stays with local families (2-3 volunteers per household), providing cultural immersion.

Inclusions: Program fees cover accommodation, daily meals, and local transportation during work hours. Flights and travel insurance are excluded.

Requirements: No professional skills needed, but basic conversational English is required. A passion for cultural preservation is essential.

Application Deadline: For 2025 summer programs, applications must be submitted by March 31, 2025. Successful applicants will be notified by April 15.

This selection aims to highlight programs that prioritize “responsible engagement rather than one-sided assistance,” as noted by The Telegraph’s travel editor. Each project is co-designed with local communities to ensure long-term benefits.

1. How many hours does a volunteer work per week in the Temple Restoration Project?

A. 20 hours. B. 25 hours. C. 30 hours. D. 35 hours.

2. What is a must for those applying for the volunteer programs?

A. Fluent English for formal interviews.

B. Previous volunteer experience in travel.

C. Professional skills in cultural preservation.

D. A strong interest in protecting cultural heritage.

3. What do the three programs have in common?

A. They are located in Asian countries.

B. Their core duty is to translate interviews.

C. Their program fees include flights and insurance.

D. They are developed in cooperation with local communities.

B

A year ago Sushila Meena wouldn’t have even dreamt of playing with famous sports persons like Sachin Tendulkar. But sometimes dreams that come true are those you never knew you had.

The 10-year-old cricketer (板球手) shot to fame when Tendulkar shared a video of her bowling (投球) action on social media, comparing her to bowler Zaheer Khan, who was the key player in India winning the 2011 ICC Cricket World Cup. But her story is much more than just an Instagram post. Sushila’s journey from a small village to national fame is a testament to her hard work. And it couldn’t have been possible without the support of her coach, Ishwarl Meena.

Ishwarl Meena, a dedicated coach, began teaching cricket in June 2017 when the 2017 ICC Women’s World Cup was in full swing. He started training girls as a way to connect them with their school and to enable them to excel in women’s cricket — where competition is less fierce. “If they play cricket, they get connected to the school and come more often,” he explains.

He recalls that Sushila joined his free training programme in the third grade. Initially, Sushila was focused on batting, like most other girls, but she soon took on bowling to broaden her skills. Under his guidance, Sushila has refined her technique, following the coach’s instruction that bowlers should spin (旋转) the ball. “Sushila’s bowling became good around 3 — 4 months ago. I remember last year I thought she wouldn’t be able to bowl, but now she has progressed remarkably,” he notes.

Sushila comes from a humble background; her father works as a labourer while her mother is a housewife. In her village, due to poor local economic conditions, opportunities for youth are limited. Despite these challenges, Sushila remains committed to pursuing her passion for cricket. “I want to play for India one day,” she says with determination. Her dream is to break barriers and pave the way for other girls from rural areas to take up sports and become excellent.

4. What made Sushila famous nationwide?

A. Her performance in a national competition. B. Her background from a poor small village.

C. Her experience of defeating Zaheer Khan. D. Her cricket skill shown on social media.

5. What is the purpose of Coach Meena training girls in cricket?

A. To focus on less competitive sports. B. To prepare for Women’s World Cup.

C. To train the most talented students. D. To get girls more involved in school.

6. What do we know about Sushila’s bowling skills?

A. She remains better at batting than bowling. B. She broke her barriers through practice.