广西部分学校2025届高三下学期5月模拟联考英语试题

Teach for America

In the US, there are 16 million children lıvıng in poverty. Only half of children living in poverty will graduate from high school, and only one in 10 will graduate from college. Teach for America tries to decrease these numbers by enlisting, developing and mobilizing as many teachers around the country to provide quality educations.

Educators 4 Excellence

It is a group of teachers who are passionate about the success of their students. Teachers in this organization are actively involved in policy-making and decisions that will affect their students and the profession, ultimately providing the best education they can for students.

Malala Fund

The Malala Fund, co-founded by Malala and Ziauddin Yousafzai, works to enable girls around the world to receive a quality education to achieve their potential and become positive change-makers in their communities. The Malala Fund is making the futures of young girls brighter by investing in them and providing resources for improved education.

CARE

CARE places emphasis on girls' education by helping young girls overcome barriers, such as child marriage, affording uniforms, workloads, and gender inequality. Working in countries around the world, their mission is to improve access to education for girls, and all youth, everywhere.

In 2020, Khalil's team saved Kaavan, an Asian elephant, from years of loneliness at a zoo in Pakistan. They flew him to Cambodia, where he could live a happier life at an elephant reserve. The relocation project was a great success.

After that, there was Charley, an African elephant in South Africa. Charley had been living in Pretoria Zoo for more than 20 years. Since his partner passed away in 2020, he was extremely unhappy. Elephants are very sensitive animals. Zoo officials hoped that he could spend his remaining years in a better place. His new home was going to be a private game reserve 200 kilometres away.

Charley was captured (捕获) in Zimbabwe in the 1980s. He spent 16 years in a circus and then 23 years at the zoo. It is estimated that he is 42 years old and has been in captivity for 40 years.

As an animal rescue specialist, Khalil was selected for this task. Two other doctors, who had participated in Kaavan's relocation, also joined in. They met Charley two years ago to assess whether he was ready for relocation and to earn his trust.

They trained Charley to enter a transport container by using his favourite foods such as pumpkins. To everyone's surprise, he was ready in less than two weeks.

In late August, Charley was moved to the Shambala reserve. At first, he will be kept in a separate area to adapt to the new environment. It is quite rare for captive elephants to be returned to the wild. Khalil praised the zoo and the government. At Shambala, Charley will be free and might recall his early life. He has already started communicating with other elephants.

People with ADHD often struggle with focusing, organizing, and controlling their actions. AI tools can help them do tasks faster. But experts say these tools should not replace traditional treatments for ADHD, like learning organizational skills or taking medicine. John Mitchell, a professor at Duke University, says AI should be used as "one tool in a toolbox" He compares it to a life preserver in water; it helps you stay afloat but doesn't teach you how to swim.

Becky also uses ChatGPT for shopping and meal planning, which are tasks that can be hard for people with ADHD. She shares her methods on TikTok to help others.

Bram de Buyser, a software engineer, created Goblin tools, which helps with making to-do lists. He says he's not trying to cure ADHD but to help for a few minutes each day.

However, there are concerns about using AI. Russell Fulmer, a professor at Husson University, says the research on AI and ADHD is not clear yet. He worries that AI might not work well for everyone.

Valese Jones, who has ADHD, uses AI bots (机器人程序) for emails and proofreading. But she says the responses don't always show her true self or her culture.

Using AI chatbots has its benefits, like never being tired or needing sleep. But there are also privacy issues. When you use these bots, you give a lot of personal information to big companies.

In summary, AI tools can help people with ADHD manage tasks better, but they should be used carefully and not replace traditional treatments.

Different types of aircraft operate under various air traffic regulations. Commercial jets typically fly at higher altitudes due to their size and engine capabilities, which allows them to avoid turbulence (湍流) and optimize fuel efficiency. In contrast, smaller private planes usually fly at altitudes below 25,000 feet. This altitude difference is partly due to the limited capabilities of smaller aircraft and the need to maintain safe distances from commercial traffic.

The positive aspect of these regulations is that they enhance safety in the skies. For example, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) ensures that aircraft maintain vertical (垂直的) separation from each other at flying altitudes. This reduces the risk of mid-air collisions (碰撞). Additionally, operating at higher altitudes allows planes to avoid weather disturbances, such as thunderstorms and turbulence, further improving passenger comfort and safety.

On the negative side, altitude restrictions can limit the operational flexibility of some aircraft. Smaller planes may be restricted by regulatory limits, which can hinder (阻碍) their flight paths and efficiency. According to a study by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) in 2019, lower operating altitudes can increase exposure to obstacles such as buildings and terrain, raising safety concerns for private pilots.

To optimize flight safety and efficiency, pilots should adhere to regulatory altitude limits based on their aircraft type. They should also consider factors such as weather conditions and airspace restrictions. For private pilots, flying in controlled airspace may require altitude adjustments to ensure obedience. It is essential for all pilots to stay informed about regulations from agencies like the FAA to make safe and informed flight decisions.

Lower caffeine, fewer side effects

Tea has less caffeine than coffee.. A cup of tea usually has 20 to 60 milligrams of caffeine, while coffee has 80 to 100 milligrams. If you're sensitive to caffeine, tea is a better choice. Plus, herbal teas like chamomile have no caffeine and can help you relax.

A powerhouse of antioxidants(抗氧化剂)

Tea is packed with antioxidants.. They can help protect your body from diseases like heart problems and cancer. Green tea has a lot of a special antioxidant called EGCG, which is great for your cells and can even help you age more slowly. Black tea has other good chemicals that help keep your heart healthy.

Tea has something special called L-theanine. This is an amino acid(氨基酸)that can make you feel calm and focused. It's different from coffee because it doesn't make you feel nervous. L-theanine can help reduce anxiety and make you feel good. It's also good for your brain. It can help you think better, feel less stressed, and even sleep better.

Good for your body

Drinking tea can be a great way to get healthy chemicals into your body. Just like eating fruits and vegetables, drinking tea can give you the good stuff your body needs.

Switching from coffee to tea can be a simple way to improve your health and feel better every day. Give tea a try and see how it makes you feel.

A. Help you stay calm

B. Good for your physical health

C. Both are good for you, but tea might be even better

D. These are special plant chemicals that are good for your health

E. Whichever you like better, keep in mind that too much will be harmful

F. This means it won't make you too excited or keep you awake at night

G. If you don't like eating vegetables, tea can be a good way to get those healthy chemicals

Mirady Acosta , a 63-year-old architect who represents the Hospital for Soft Toys, said the3 came from a teacher named Lilian Gluck. In 2017, she did not want to throw her children's toys out or let them4. She decided to wash them,5 them up and donate them to children staying in the University Hospital of Caracas.

The effort was6. So, a few months later, she opened the Hospital for Soft Toys at her home. It is a nonprofit foundation that also7 and repairs other toys. The foundation receives donations from other countries that can8 school supplies, shoes, food and candy.

The toys are9 to hospitals and schools in poor areas, but also to homes for older people-anyone who needs a little bit of10.

Each11 doll comes with a message12 its new owner to recycle it when they no longer want it.

"Hello, I am your new friend," it says. "I am a doll with13 because I played with another girl. Love me and take14 of me and I will do the same with you. When you grow up, give me to another girl who will love me and15 with me like you."

Even as temperatures kept dropping in China's northeastern "ice city" of Harbin, excitement rose among a group of swimmers who enjoy jumping into (freeze) waters.

The daily event, known as ice swimming, is winter tradition in Harbin. Swimmers train daily throughout the year (get) their bodies ready for the unusual swim.

One of the swimmers was Chen Xia. She came from Zhejiang province about 1,700 kilometres further south. She decided to jump into the river even though she had a cold. Chen said in the city she lives, the winter waters are warmer than those in Harbin. She said the experience strengthened her (confident) in winter swimming. She has been taking part in the activity for about 20 years.

Yu Xiaofeng lives in Harbin, a city that (sit) near the border with Russia. The 61-year-old said winter swimming in the city dates back the 1970s. At that time, locals saw Russian Orthodox religious (宗教的) believers being baptized (给……施洗礼) in the river. Later in 1983, an official winter swimming group (establish) in Harbin.

The city also holds an ongoing winter celebration known for (it) huge, detailed ice and snow sculptures. Winter swimming is considered a sport in China. But it gained popularity much (fast) in Harbin than in other parts of the country. Today, Yu said the city is considered a "holy land" for winter swimming.

1. 表示支持;

2. 乐意分享经验。

参考词汇：琵琶 pipa

注意：

1.写作词数应为80个左右;

2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。

Dear Beth,

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Yours,

Li Hua

When I was just a 6-year-old kid, my mother would frequently take me to our local community centre to play with my friends of similar age.

At that time, my mother was a preschool teacher and also one of the volunteers for children's services in the community. She not only loved me, but also loved every child in our community. She always believed that loneliness does not belong to children, and playing together can develop a healthy state in children. Therefore, she always tried her best to bring me along to participate in these various fun activities for children.

We children chased on the lawn (草坪), played hide-and-seek games, and played various animal games. We burst into excited shouts. Our joyful laughter was everywhere, and every time we didn't want to be separated, we looked forward to the next time like this coming again quickly. Looking back now, this is the most unforgettable period of my childhood.

One sunny afternoon, when we were playing outside, one of my friends brought a visiting relative, who clung to (紧紧抓住) his cousin like a shadow, eyes wide with nervousness. The unfamiliar boy immediately caught our attention, and we gathered around to observe him, teasing (逗弄) him to speak. That boy was very shy, with his head down and a red face.

He had a speech impediment (障碍) and couldn't get his mouth to cooperate. He couldn't even say the name of the town where he lived. I had never seen someone stutter (结巴) like that. I thought he must have been joking, so I laughed. My friend shot me a concerned glance, but my giggles (咯咯笑) continued. Out of the corner of my eye, I saw my mother looking at me with an expression that I'd never seen before. It was a mix of horror, anger, and shame, all focused on me, which stopped my laughing instantly.

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1.续写词数应为150个左右；

2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。

She waved me over with seriousness that left no room for hesitation.

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With trembling (颤抖的) steps, I approached the boy and gave him an awkward hug.

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