1、2025届广东省清远市高三上学期一模考试英语试题一、阅读理解Biggest Music Festivals of All TimeDonauinselfestCity: Vienna, AustriaFounded: 1984Recorded Attendance: 3,000,000This open- air festival comprises rock, pop, rap, Electronic Dance Music (EDM) , folk, and more. However, this is an event that serves as a platform for unkn
2、own and often local performers, so expect the line-up to be filled with artists who are ready to give a surprise but arent usually part of the mainstream scene. Montreal International Jazz FestivalCity: Montreal, CanadaFounded: 1980Recorded Attendance: 2, 000, 000The worlds largest jazz festival clo
3、ses the streets of Montreal for ten days in an annual tradition. In 2004, it earned a Guinness World Record for its massive attendance of 1,913,868 people for its 25th- anniversary edition. In more recent years, this international celebration has only continued to expand itself, keeping a consistent
4、 attendance from noon to midnight of 200,000 attendees per day in all of its capacity. PolandRockCity: Czaplinek, PolandFounded: 1993Recorded Attendance: 1,000,000In the open air, this was a festival village with massive food stalls (货摊) , and free to attend. PolandRock was founded and remains a hom
5、age to the spirit and ideals of the original Woodstock Festival that has remained active regarding its mission of giving back. This Polish festival shines a spotlight on artists who are not famous. Furthermore, PolandRock features recreational activities such as a morning yoga lesson and quite a few
6、 contests. Rock In RioCity: Rio de Janeiro, BrazilFounded: 1985Recorded Attendance: 700,000Brazil has been hosting the biggest rock bands in the world since 1985 in Rio de Janeiro. Rock In Rios first event was a big one, opening with more than one hundred thousand people. This isnt common for a firs
7、t- time. But given the line-up that they had, there was no other possible outcome for them. The line- up included Queen, Rod Stewart, and Yes, so its safe to say that it was a legendary show that led the event toward becoming one of the most anticipated ones in the world.1Which festival has the long
8、est history?ARock In Rio.BPolandRock.CDonauinselfest.DMontreal International Jazz Festival.2What do Donauinselfest and PolandRock have in common?AThey have a duty to give back.BThey offer free food to visitors.CThey are intended for jazz lovers.DThey feature lesser-known artists.3How was the Rock In
9、 Rios first event?APopular.BTough.CAdvanced.DOrdinary.Airplane turbulence (颠簸) is often the “criminal” when someones suitcase falls out of an overhead bin. Now, though, its being blamed for causing an airline to remove a popular snack from its inflight offerings. Korean Air has announced that it wil
10、l no longer serve ramyeon instant noodles (辛拉面) to passengers traveling in economy class on long flights. “In the case of ramyeon service, burn accidents occur frequently due to hot water, ” the airline said in a press release. “In economy class, flight attendants must move several cups of noodles f
11、illed with hot water at once, and passengers are crowded together, so the risk of burns has been high. ”The airline explained that the change to its inflight snack service on long- distance routes is in response to the increasing trend of turbulence. According to the airline, the number of turbulenc
12、e occurrences more than doubled in 2024 compared to 2019. “To enhance passenger satisfaction, a self- service snack bar is also available on long flights. We are committed to ensuring passenger safety and will select snacks on each route based on different customer preterences, ” the release added.
13、Those snacks include sandwiches, corn dogs, pizza, hot pockets, cookies, chocolate, fruits and so on. Korean Air, which was ranked the 11th best airline in the world for 2024. is one of the many airline companies thinking about the long- term risks of turbulence, which experts say is increasing beca
14、use of climate change. In 2022, Paul Williams, a professor of atmospheric science at the University of Reading in the UK said that Industry models predicted a double- or three- fold increase in turbulence in the coming years. “Typically, on a transatlantic flight, you might expect 10 minutes of turb
15、ulence. I think that in a few decades this may increase to 20 minutes or to half an hour. ” he said.4Why does Korean Aur make the announcement?ATo satisfy passengers special needs.BTo prevent burn accidents occurring.CTo avoid frequent airplane turbulence.DTo reduce flight attendants workload.5What
16、do we know about Korean Airs self- service snack bar?AIt serves on selective routes.BIt is set up by some passengers.CIt will close down temporarily.DIts full of diverse snack choices.6What does Paul Williams mainly want to say?AAirplane turbulence will become severer.BAirline companies should preve
17、nt turbulence.CTransatlantic flights prove unsafer than before.DClimate change is a major crisis facing humans.7What is the text type?AA research paper.BA travel guideline.CA news report.DA formal notice.On the shores of North Africa, ancient cities have stood for thousands of years. The columns of
18、Carthage, in modern- day Tunisia, are a reminder of the once busy Phoenician and Roman port, and along the coast in whats now Libya, lie the majestic ruins of Sabrathas Roman amphitheater (圆形剧场) close (perhaps too close) to the sea. But extreme weather events and rising sea levels mean that both, an
19、d around 190 other amazing heritage sites that line Africas coasts, will be at risk of severe flooding and erosion (侵蚀) more easily in the next 30 years, according to a recent study. In this latest study, Nicholas Simpson of the University of Cape Town and his co- workers mapped out a total of 284 h
20、eritage sites that are recognised or under consideration by the UNESCO World Heritage Centre, in the 39 countries that comprise the African coast. They calculated the likely percentage area of a site exposed to a “once- in-a- century” extreme coastal flooding event. “In the 1970s, what used to be a
21、once-n-a-100- year event happened once in 100 years, ” Simpson says, “ but what we re seeing is that a once- in-a-100- year event might be happening once in 10 years going forward when climate crisis is worsening. ”Sea levels have been rising at a faster rate over the past three decades compared the
22、 past century, the research says. It also found that 56 sites are currently in danger if a “once- in-a- century” flood struck, and that by 2050, if greenhouse gas emissions continue, this number could increase to 198 sites. According to the research, North Africa has the largest number of threatened
23、 sitesfrom the ancient ruins of North Sinai that stretch between the Suez Canal and Gaza, to Tipasa, an ancient Phoenician trading post in present- day Algeria. Simpson feels apprehensive about this, hoping that identifying such heritage sites might “raise alarm bells for climate risk for heritage i
24、n Africa”. The study notes that its findings will help prioritize at-risk sites and highlight the need for immediate protective action. “Theres an important message of loss and damage from climate change to heritage, which we hope will mobilize greater intent and action, ” says Simpson.8What makes i
25、t easier for the African heritage sites to suffer according to the text?ATheir locations.BTheir structures.CHuman destruction.DTheir building materials.9What does the research focus on?AThe frequency in which climate crisis happens.BThe current physical condition of the heritage sites.CThe probabili
26、ty of natural threats to the heritage sites.DThe previous influence of flooding on the heritage sites.10What does the underlined word “apprehensive” in paragraph 5 mean?AExcited.BCurious.CConcerned.DPleased.11What does the author most probably talk about next?AThe success in repairing the sites.BSom
27、e measures to protect heritage.CClimate change damage to the sites.DThe future of the African heritage.Muscle contraction hardening is necessary for enhancing strength and it also enables rapid reactions in living organisms. Taking inspiration from nature, a team of researchers from Queen Mary Unive
28、rsity of London (QMUL) has successfully created an electronic artificial muscle that changes between soft and hard states while also possessing the remarkable ability to sense forces and deformations. Dr Ketao Zhang, a lecturer at QMUL and the lead researcher, explains the importance of variable- ha
29、rdness technology in artificial muscle- like actuators (执行器) . “Empowering robots, especially those made from flexible materials, with self- sensing capabilities is a key step towards true bionic (仿生) intelligence,” says Dr Zhang. The advanced artificial muscle developed by the researchers exhibits
30、flexibility and stretchability similar to natural muscle, making it perfect for integration into complicated soft robotic systems and adapting to different shapes. With the ability to bear over 200% stretch along the length direction, this flexible actuator shows exceptional durability. By applying
31、different voltages (电压) , the artificial muscle can rapidly adjust its hardness, achieving continuous hardness changes over 30 times. Its voltage- driven nature provides a significant advantage in terms of response speed over other types of artificial muscles. Additionally, this wonderful technology
32、 can monitor its deformation through resistance changes, removing the need for additional sensor arrangements and simplifying control mechanisms while reducing costs. This flexible variable- hardness technology can be widely used, ranging from soft robotics to medical applications. The integration w
33、ith the human body opens up possibilities for aiding individuals with disabilities or patients in performing necessary daily tasks. By integrating the self-sensing artificial muscle, wearable robotic devices can monitor a patients activities and provide resistance by adjusting hardness levels, facil
34、itating muscle function restoration. “While there are still challenges to be addressed before these medical robots can be employed in clinical settings, this research represents an important step towards human-machine integration, ” highlights Dr Zhang. “It provides a blueprint for the future develo
35、pment of soft and wearable robots. ”12What is a feature of the muscle developed by the researchers from QMUL?AIt responds slowly in speed.BIt is able to stretch flexibly.CIt functions without electricity.DIt is equipped with extra sensors.13What does paragraph 5 mainly tell us about variable- hardne
36、ss technology?AIts working principles.BIts design inspirations.CIts potential applications.DIts future improvements.14What can we infer about the research from Dr Zhang?AIt is of great significance.BIt lacks experts responses.CIt hardly meets challenges.DIt has been applied to hospitals.15Which of t
37、he following is the best title for the text?AA Promising Devicean Artificial Muscle- like ActuatorBA Science Blueprintthe Future Development of RobotsCAn Unsolved ChallengePerfect Human-Machine IntegrationDA Bionic BreakthroughSelf- Sensing Electric Artificial MusclesThe Art of Effective Public Spea
38、kingPublic speaking is a skill that can greatly enhance your personal and professional life. 16 Whether youre presenting at a conference, conveying an idea to your boss, or giving a toast at a wedding, the ability to speak confidently and persuasively is invaluable. One of the most important aspects
39、 of public speaking is preparation. 17 This includes researching your topic thoroughly, organizing your thoughts, and practicing your delivery. Many beginners make the mistake of thinking they can make it without preparation, but this often leads to an unconvincing presentation. 18 Your audience is
40、there to listen to you, not read your slides. Use visual aids to complement (补充) your speech, not to replace it. A good rule of thumb is to have no more than six lines of text per slide, and to use images and graphs whenever possible to illustrate your points. Engaging with your audience is another
41、crucial element of effective public speaking. This could involve asking questions, encouraging participation, or simply making eye contact with Individuals in the room. Remember, public speaking is not a monologue. 19 Finally, dont forget the power of body language. 20 Stand tall, use open gestures,
42、 and move purposefully around the stage if appropriate. Your physical presence can be just as important as your words in conveying confidence and authority. With practice, anyone can become a skilled public speaker. The key is to focus on your message, connect with your audience, and present yoursel
43、f with confidence.AHowever, many people fear speaking in public.BIts a dialogue, even if youre doing most of the talking.CMake sure to arrive early and test all equipment beforehand.DBe careful not to rely too heavily on PowerPoint or other visual aids.EYour non-verbal communication can significantl
44、y impact your message.FAlways have a backup plan in case technology fails during your speech.GThe more you know about your subject, the more confident youll feel.二、完形填空A famous wrestler joined the fight against the enemies of the environment. As a star of wrestling, El Hijo del Santo enjoyed great 2
45、1 in Mexico and the United States. One day, while listening to the radio, he heard a (n) 22 by WILDCOAST, a non-profit environmental group. They were seeking a famous personality to help 23 their message. Santo, with his vast fan base, seized the opportunity to 24 his influence for a noble cause. Al
46、ong with other fellow members, he 25 San Ignacio Lagoon (圣伊格纳西奥泻湖) , a Pacific gray whale birthing ground. He explained to his vast television audience that there were 26 to mine salt, drill for oil and gas, and construct resorts in the area, which would 27 pollute the Lagoon and potentially ruin th
47、e whale birthing ground. Santo urged 28 to support the efforts of WILDCOAST and other conservation groups working to 29 the beautiful Lagoon. Afterwards, during a school visit near the Lagoon, Santo introduced the 30 Lagoon to the children. He asked for their help in preserving this natural wonder,
48、31 them to become promoters of change in their community. His televised campaign brought 32 attention to the Lagoons protection, attracting worldwide funding. When Santo 33 the first year of his work, 7, 000 fans watched him accept a “Hero of the Environment” award. He was so moved that he 34 for another year, telling his audience, “This is my lifes most important 35 , and I need all children on
