2024届广东省高三下学期二模英语试卷一、阅读理解(★★) Volunteer Art &Architecture Tour Guide for Boston Public Library, Copley Square The goal is to generate public interest in the history, art, and architecture of Boston Public Library, including its special collections and exhibitions at the Central Library in Copley Square. ROLE AND EXPECTATIONS ●To conduct public and private group tours of the Central Library’s art, architecture, and exhibitions, answering questions from groups and recording attendance statistics after tours conclude. ●To continue to inform oneself of the art, architecture, history, holdings, and exhibitions of Boston Public Library. QUALIFICATIONS ● Interest in history, art, and architecture in general, and of Boston Public Library in particular. ● Confidence in addressing and presenting information to large groups; prior guiding or public speaking experience desirable. ●A strong command of the English language is required, and fluency in other languages is highly preferred. TRAINING Accepted candidates will be asked to attend tour guide training meetings. New guides are expected to complete training around four months. Progress evaluations will be ongoing throughout the training period, and continue through the first six months of working as a full guide. REQUIREMENTS ●Minimum commitment of two tours per month (or 24 tours per year). ●Commitment to attending tour guide meetings and enrichment programs for continuing education. REVIEW Regular assessments and evaluations will be conducted based on the above criteria to ensure that volunteers meet the necessary qualifications. Interested candidates should complete the application form below and send it to tours@bpl.org.1. What does a volunteer tour guide need to do after tours? A．Ensure safety of the artworks.B．Maintain cleanness of the hall.C．Document the numbers of visitors.D．Answer questions about qualifications.2. How long will the progress evaluations last? A．4 months.B．6 months.C．10 months.D．12 months.3. Which will result in a poor review of the position? A．Insufficient (不足的) working hours.B．Absence of a second language.C．Little relevant volunteer experience.D．Limited knowledge about exhibitions. (★★★) As a mushroom scientist, you are vastly outnumbered, with estimates suggesting that there are between 2.2 million and 3.8 million species of fungi (真菌), the majority of which are yet to be identified. However, professionals in the field are not alone in their efforts to uncover new species. An enthusiastic community of amateurs has emerged, bridging the gap between professionals and non-professionals. These amateurs have even made significant discoveries. One such amateur is Taylor Lockwood, a 74-year-old mushroom enthusiast and professional photographer. In 1984, while living on the Mendocino coast of California, Taylor Lockwood developed a fascination with mushrooms. “Outside my cottage were these amazing mushrooms,” he says. “And it was as if these mushrooms looked at me and said, ‘Taylor, go out and tell the world how pretty we are.’” Lockwood answered their call and purchased camera equipment to capture their true nature. His passion for photographing mushrooms was so intense that he would even dig holes next to the mushrooms to get the perfect angle for his shots. In the Monongahela National Forest, Taylor Lockwood discovered an unusual mushroom that looked like tiny fingers wearing off-white gloves. Upon deeper investigation, fungi researcher Amy Rossman confirmed that it was a “hazel glove” mushroom, which is a rare find. “Mushrooms are not like plants,” Rossman says. “They don’t come up at the same time every year, and so sometimes it can be decades between when a fungus fruits.” Rossman says that’s why it’s so valuable to have people like Taylor Lockwood searching through the forest with a trained eye. A few years ago, Taylor Lockwood realized that still photos weren’t sufficient, so he chose to create time-lapse (延时拍摄的) videos of mushrooms. “When I do time-lapse, I see so much life happening around the mushrooms—insects, worms and other small creatures interacting with them,” he says. Lockwood’s love for art is evident in his approach to filming mushrooms over time. Although he appreciates the scientific aspect of his work, he identifies himself as an artist at heart.4. What can we learn about mushroom amateurs from paragraph 1? A．They keep close track of the growth of fungi.B．They help identify new species of mushroom.C．They replace professional scientists in the field.D．They classify the majority of mushroom species.5. What inspired Lockwood to photograph mushrooms? A．His desire for knowledge.B．His curiosity about nature.C．The beauty of nearby mushrooms.D．The appeal of outdoor photography.6. Which of the following best describes Lockwood according to paragraph 3? A．Sk。