2009年6月大学英语六级模拟题(含听力)
2009年6月英语六级考试真题与答案
2009年6月英语六级考试真题与答案2009年6月英语六级考试真题与答案Part III Listening Comprehension (35 minutes)Section A注意:此部分试题请在答题卡2上作答。
11. A.Fred forgot to call him last night about the camping trip. B.He is not going to lend his sleeping bag to Fred.C.He has not seen Fred at the gym for sometime.D.Fred may have borrowed a sleeping bag from someone else.12. A.Summer has become hotter in recent years.B.It will cool down a bit over the weekend.C.Swimming in a pool has a relaxing effect.D.He hopes the weather forecast is accurate.13. A.Taking a picture of Prof. Brown.B.Commenting on an oil-painting.C.Hosting a TV program.D.Staging a performance.14. A.She can help the man take care of the plants.B.Most plants grow better in direct sunlight.C.The plants need to be watered frequently.D.The plants should be placed in a shady spot.15. A.Change to a more exciting channel.B.See the movie some other time.C.Go to bed early.D.Stay up till eleven.16. A.Both of them are laymen of modern art.B.She has beamed to appreciate modem sculptures.C.Italian artists’ works are difficult to understand.D.Modern artists are generally considered weird.17. A.They seem satisfied with what they have done.B.They have called all club members to contribute.C.They think the day can be called a memorable one.D.They find it hard to raise money for the hospital.18. A.The man shouldn’t hesitate to take the course.B.The man should talk with the professor first.C.The course isn’t open to undergraduates.D.The course will require a lot of reading.Questions 19 to 21 are based on the conversation you have just heard.19. A.Current trends in economic development.B.Domestic issues of general social concern.C.Stories about Brit ain’s relations with other nations.D.Conflicts and compromises among political parties.20. A.Based on the poll of public opinions.B.By interviewing people who file complaints.C.By analyzing the domestic and international situation.D.Based on public ex pectations and editors’ judgment.21. A.Underlying rules of editing.B.Practical experience.C.Audience’s feedback.D.Professional qualifications.Questions 22 to 25 are based on the conversation you have just heard.22. A.The average life span was less than 50 years.B.It was very common for them to have 12 children.C.They retired from work much earlier than today.D.They were quite optimistic about their future.23. A.Get ready for ecological changes.B.Adapt to the new environment.C.Learn to use new technology.D.Explore ways to stay young.24. A.When all women go out to work.B.When family planning is enforced..C.When a world government is set up.D.When all people become wealthier.25. A.Eliminate poverty and injustice.B.Migrate to other planets.C.Control the environment.D.Find inexhaustible resources.Section B注意:此部分试题请在答题卡2上作答。
2009年6月四级试题参考答案及听力原文
2009年6月英语四级试题参考答案及听力原文Part I Writing作文范文:Free Admission to MuseumsNowadays, an increasing number of museums are admission-free to visitors home and abroad. The hidden reason behind this is not hard to analyze as there’s a growing awareness for the aut horities regarding the urgency of popularization of culture, knowledge and history with every average person in our society. Only with free access to this live ‘database’, can most people fully enjoy what museums could offer to them.However, free admission to museums might lead to some social problems as well. The most obvious problem is that it might give museums a very heavy economic burden which directly impedes the sustainable development of these organizations. As a result, our government has to work out other ways to collect funds from different channels, which might be difficult to operate or control. On the other hand, free admission attracts too many visitors, some of which might not be well-purposed and do some conscious or unconscious damage to the valuable treasures which used to be well-preserved in the museums.As a university student, I am in favor of the free-admission conduct. Yet it is proposed that some measures should be taken to solve the potential problems caused by it. For example, museums can make some regulations to guide the behavior of visitors or set some ‘closed’ days for museums for regular maintenance. Only in this way can free-admission to museums become a long-lasting phenomenon and have sustainable development.Part II Reading Comprehension (Skimming and Scanning)1. A. He just wouldn’t look her in the dye.2. C cultural ignorance3.B Increasing understanding of people of other cultures.4.B A personnel training company.5. D he must get rid of his gender bias6.C It helped him make fair decisions.7.A He told him to get the dates right.8. embarrassed9. inclusiveness10. differences and similaritiesPart III Listening Comprehension (35 Minutes)Section A11. D. She has always enjoyed great popularity12. C. They are going to have a holiday13. B. He was very courageous14. B. Buy a new washing machine15. D. He is not excited about his new position16. D. The man offers to drive the women to the party17. C. Finalizing a contract18. A. She ordered some paperLong conversations19. B. He can no longer work at sea20. A. She passed away years ago21. C. She has never got on with her father22. B. He is excellent but looks bad-tempered23. C. Some of the packs do not contain manuals24. D. solve the problem at her company’s cost25. A. IdealSection B:26 A. it’s entertaining27.B. they may catch some disease28 D. continue the feeding till it get warm29C. he will lie whenever he wants30A. she made him apologize31D. move furniture for her32A. the atmosphere they live in is rather unreal33C. he has too much to know the value of things34D. she has no time to do it herself35B.Section C: Compound dictation36 concentrated 40 row37 information 41 suspected38 depends 42 phenomenon39 straight 43 efficiently44. our second rule of learning is this: it is better to study fairly briefly but often。
2009年6月六级答案
2009年6月六级答案【篇一:2009年6月六级听力试题及答案(含原文)】rt iii listening comprehension (35 minutes)section a注意:此部分试题请在答题卡2上作答。
11. a.fred forgot to call him last night about the camping trip. b.he is not going to lend his sleeping bag to fred.c.he has not seen fred at the gym for sometime.d.fred may have borrowed a sleeping bag from someone else.12. a.summer has become hotter in recent years.b.it will cool down a bit over the weekend.c.swimming in a pool has a relaxing effect.d.he hopes the weather forecast is accurate.13. a.taking a picture of prof. brown.b.commenting on an oil-painting.c.hosting a tv program.d.staging a performance.14. a.she can help the man take care of the plants.b.most plants grow better in direct sunlight.c.the plants need to be watered frequently.d.the plants should be placed in a shady spot.15. a.change to a more exciting channel.b.see the movie some other time.c.go to bed early.d.stay up till eleven.16. a.both of them are laymen of modern art.b.she has beamed to appreciate modem sculptures.c.italian artists’ works are difficult to understand.d.modern artists are generally considered weird.17. a.they seem satisfied with what they have done.b.they have called all club members to contribute.c.they think the day can be called a memorable one.d.they find it hard to raise money for the hospital.18. a.the man shouldn’t hesitate to take the course.b.the man should talk with the professor first.c.the course isn’t open to undergraduates.d.the course will require a lot of reading.questions 19 to 21 are based on the conversation you havejust heard.19. a.current trends in economic development.b.domestic issues of general social concern.c.stories about britain’s relations with other nations.d.conflicts and compromises among political parties.20. a.based on the poll of public opinions.b.by interviewing people who file complaints.c.by analyzing the domestic and international situation.21. a.underlying rules of editing. b.practical experience. c.audience’s feedback. d.professional qualifications. questions 22 to 25 are based on the conversation you havejust heard. 22. a.the average life span was less than 50 years. b.it was very common for them to have 12 children. c.they retired from work much earlier than today. d.they were quite optimistic about their future. 23. a.get ready for ecological changes. b.adapt to the new environment. c.learn to usenew technology. d.explore ways to stay young. 24. a.whenall women go out to work. b.when family planning is enforced.. c.when a world government is set up. d.when all people become wealthier. 25. a.eliminate poverty and injustice. b.migrate to other planets. c.control the environment. d.find inexhaustible resources.section b注意:此部分试题请在答题卡2上作答。
新东方2009年6月英语四级模拟题(含听力和答案)
The Greeks would have been happy to keep the Games in Greece but Coubertin believed strongly that the Olympics should be truly international and would not allow this to happen. It was therefore decided to hold the next Games in Paris in 1900. Sadly, however, the Paris Games and the following Games, held in St. Louis, America, in 1904, were poor examples of Coubertin's dream and Coubertin himself did not even travel to the St. Louis Games. For these two Games were more like circus shows than serious international sports meetings. Only fifteen non-Americans went to the 1904 Games, mainly because the high travel costs prevented others from competing. Olympic events were mixed with other sports and events, and the Games were organized to continue over many months, so that as much money as possible could be made by the organizers from the selling of tickets.
2009年6月英语四级考试模拟试卷及参考答案(一)
2009年6月英语四级考试模拟试卷及参考答案(一)Part Ⅰ Writing (30 minutes)Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write a composition on the topic Computer Games on Campus. You should write at least 120 words according to the outline given below in Chinese:1. 计算机游戏对大学生有一定益处;2. 但是现在有太多的人沉迷其中;3. 你的看法。
Computer Games on CampusPart Ⅱ Reading Comprehension(Skimming and Scanning) (15 minutes)Directions: In this part, you will have 15 minutes to go over the passage quickly and answer the questions on Answer Sheet 1.For questions 1~7, markY (for YES) if the statement agrees with the information given in the passage;N (for NO) if the statement contradicts the information given in the passage;NG (for NOT GIVEN) if the information is not given in the passage.For questions 8~10, complete the sentences with the information given in the passage.How to be a traveling beauty this May holidayMay Day holiday is a time for traveling. Go to the seaside, enjoy beautiful sunshine and soft breezes and let your mind and body both relax; hide away in a small town, amble on winding pebble tracks and melt into the romantic ambiance; or take upyour backpack, go mountaineering, stretch your body and smell the fresh air…They all sound wonderful. But changing environments can pose threats to delicate skin. How can you protect yourself and stay beautiful through seven days of traveling? Here are some helpful suggestions.If you’re going to the seaside:Typical resort: SanyaTypical weather: 24-31℃ with strong ultraviolet sunrays and fresh air.Warm sunshine, fresh sea breezes, and moist air make the seaside an agreeable haven from Beijing’s dust. But excessive sun exposure can easily darken your skin, and of course most Chinese girls prefer fair skin. To prepare for a pleasing and beautiful sojourn (逗留) at the seaside take note of following:1. Night time skin careEven if you’ve managed to block the sun in the daytime, give your skin a soothing rehabilitative (使复原的) treatment in the evening. Cool your glowing skin with a product like La Mer’s newly released The Concentrate (50ml/RMB 3,700).2. Shine in your bikini.At the seashore, your body is more in the spotlight than your face. To become a bikini beauty, you need to take care of every inch of your skin. Exfoliate with a fine-grained scrub, which will not only let your exposed skin shine, but also acts as a deep cleanser to help prevent skin from darkening and roughening after too much sun and salt water.3. Control excess oil.Never try to control oil with foundation that will clog pores (阻塞毛孔) when combined with sun block cream. Gentle oil-control products do a better job.4. Hair care.Beautiful girls never use free hotel shampoos, they carry their own moisturizing restoring hair care products. Wash your face and hair with fresh water after swimming to get rid of salty residue (残余,滤渣), and remember to protect your hair from too much sun exposure.Recommended skin care products1. SPF30/PA++sunscreen products. HR Premium SPF40/PA++(RMB 620) protects your skin from ultraviolet rays.2. Soothing, moisturizing, and after-sun rehabilitating products. Olay Intensive Nourishing Emulsion (RMB 120) has natural hot spring microelements to give rapid relief to burned skin.3. Gentle exfoliating scrubs.4. Easy to carry oil-control products.5. Moisturizing shampoo and hair protection products.Tips1. Whitening is as important as wearing sunscreen. For dry skins, moisturizing products are a must. Laneige Water Sleeping Pack (RMB 150) is a good choice.2. For sensitive skins, Nuskin Aloe Vera Gel complements sun block creams. Washing your face with lemonade stops skin from darkening and is refreshing.3. Never use body sun block creams on your face. Use special facial sun block creams. For drier skins, Chanel UV Essential SPF45 (RMB 450) is nice, but Shu Uemura UV under Base DF (RMB 350) is much fresher.If you’re going to a small town:Typical resorts: Lijiang, Yunnan; Zhouzhuang, Jiangsu; Phoenix, ZhejiangTypical weather: 11-25℃ with a lot of ultraviolet radiationAs depicted in Teresa Teng’s popular song Xiaocheng Gushi (Small T own Romances), small-secluded charming Chinese towns are the scene of many romances. Pebble tracks, winding lanes and ancient low villas make romantic backdrop for lovers wandering hand-in-hand. T o prepare for a romantic and sweet stay in a small town, take note of the following:1. Go easy on the make up! To match your light-hearted mood we recommend the minimum of make-up. Basic skin care to keep your face healthy and glowing is enough.2. Wear flirtatious (俏皮的) colors for special nights.Liquid foundation in heavy glass bottles and powdered blush or eye shadow is not easy to carry. So we recommend sun-blocking pressed powder, two-in-one brow pencil and eye liners, and products that can be used on both lips and cheeks.3. Make-up removal.Remember to remove sun block creams at night. Try a moisturizing and relaxing mask, and we promise you a renewed glowing complexion the next day.Recommended skin care products1. SPF15/PA+sun block face cream. Its small size makes Freeplus UV Day Protector (RMB 190, sun block and moisturizer)a good choice.2. A multi-functional cosmetic case. Bobbi Brow’ns hand-sized palettes (RMB 380), including a foundation stick, creamy concealer, corrector, and sheer finish pressed powder are convenient.3. Clear foundation. Maybelline Mousse White Stay (RMB 89) the mousse-like texture makes this foundation light, breathable, and easy to carry.4. Make up remov er. Lancome’s mild Gentle Clarifying and Cleaning Fluid (small set) is perfect for traveling and it does a good job of removing all make-up thoroughly.Tips1. Apart from your daily skin care routine, traveling girls may also need protective lip cream, mascara (Maybelline is a good cheap choice), and fragrance (Try Anna Sui’s fresh Secret Wish Eau de Toilette).2. For lazy girls, base creams are especially useful. Wearing just a base foundation cream is enough and saves the trouble of constantly reapplying foundation at romantic moments. Others may try creamy concealers and pressed powers. Adding blush (Watsons small tubes of blush are cheap/RMB20-30 and works well) will give a healthy glow.If you’re going mountaineering:Typical resorts: Huashan, Shanxi; Huangshan, Anhui; Shennongjia, SichuanTypical weather: 10-20℃, a high level of ultraviolet radiation and dry air.Boys often complain that mountaineering girls with their disheveled (凌乱的) hair and no make up don’t look attractive. In response to this, we recommend you use absolutely no make up except for basic skin care. But looking beautiful without the aid of make up isn’t easy! With all your mountaineering equipment in your backpack, there isn’t much room for skin care products. The key is to choose the most important ones only, such as the following:1. Moisturizing products.Moisturizing and hydrating creams and masks help you become both sporty and ladylike.2. Sun block products.Even though the sunshine is usually not too strong in the mountains, you should take care not to be burned by ultraviolet radiation. Fresh breathable SPF20-30 sun block products are recommended.3. Facial cleaning pads.Easy to carry cleaning pads help you stay fresh and clean at all times.4. Soothing creams.Compound soothing creams can be applied onto the skin directly to reduce inflammation and help you relax.5. Lip conditioner and hand cream to prevent dryness caused by wind.Tips1. Make sure you have enough moisturizing skin care products, including a cleanser, cream, lotion and mask, even at the expense of make up products.2. Secret recipe mask: While your boyfriend is away finding wood for the fire, apply a mashed banana to your face and leave for over ten minutes. Although tiny allergic symptoms (red swollen patches) may appear right after you rinse (冲洗掉, 漂净) off the mask, your face will be dazzling after a sound sleep.1. Tips of how to stay beautiful through traveling are provided in the passage.2. Exfoliate with a fine-grained scrub can help prevent skin from darkening.3. Beautiful girls never use free hotel toothbrush.4. Travelers had better not use special facial sun block creams on body.5. Typical resorts to a small town are Lijiang, Yunnan;Zhouzhuang and Sichuan.6. If you’re going to Shanxi, you are recommended to use basic skin care.7. Five tips are offered before you’re going mountaineering.8. Typical temperature for going mountaineering is .9. The name of the popular song mentioned in the passage is .10. To prevent dryness caused by wind in mountains, you should take .Part Ⅲ Listening Comprehension(35 minutes)Section ADirections: In this section, you will hear 8 short conversations and 2 long conversations. At the end of each conversation, one or more questions will be asked about what was said. Both the conversation and the questions will be spoken only once. After each question there will be a pause. During the pause, you must read the four choices marked A), B), C) and D), and decide which is the best answer. Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 2 with a single line through the centre.11. A) She wants to submit her paper early. B) The answers on the paper are all correct.C) The deadline has passed for the paper. D) The paper is not quite finished.12. A) She does not like the class. B)It is not a required class.C)She has already taken the class. D)The man will have to take the class.13. A)Have a party. B)Attend the International Students’ Association.C)Go to work. D)Get some rest.14. A) Leave immediately. B) Watch the game on TV.C) Start to play. D) Eat a sandwich.15. A) He went to see the foreign student advisor. B) He went to Washington.C) He wrote to the Passport Office. D) He reported it to the Passport Office.16. A) A concert. B) An art museum.C) A flower shop. D) A restaurant.17. A) He is at lunch. B) He is at the office.C) He is in class. D) He is at home.18. A) Take the ten o’clock bus. B) Come back in five minutes.C) Go to New York another day. D) Call the airport.Questions 19 to 22 are based on the conversation you have just heard.19. A) It can resist earthquakes. B) It is easy to move away.C) It can keep away cold. D) It can keep sunshine out.20. A) Because they are the warmest. B) Because they can withstand hard ware.C) Because they don’t get s tuck in the snow. D) Because the temperature is only 14℃ below zero.21. A) They are thrown away after being used. B)They will be built in future.C) They can be used for about 5 years. D) They can be built in a few years.22. A) By attending her professor’s lectures.B) By surfing on the C) By consulting documents in paper departments.D) By preparing for her presentation.Questions 23 to 25 are based on the conversation you have just heard.23. A) She has lost some of her important stuff.B) There is something wrong with her eyes.C) She doesn’t know how to use steel to build construction.D) She doesn’t know where to get the information she need.24. A) It takes time to collect the useful information.B) One can only read books in the library.C) All books are difficult to understand.D) One has to line up to borrow books.25. A)To find the information in the library. B)To borrow the books from her teacher.C) To give her shoes to Steve. D) To consult her tutor what to do.Section BDirections: In this part, you will hear several short passages. At the end of each passage, you will hear some questions. Both the passage and the questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a question, you must choose the best answer from the four choices marked A),B),C) and D). Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 2 with a single line through the centre.In this section, you will hear 3 short passages. At the end of each passage, you will hear some questions. Both the passage and the questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a question, you must choose the best answer from the four choices marked A), B), C) and D). Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 2 with a single line through the centre.Passage OneQuestions 26 to 28 are based on the passage you have just heard.26. A) On a Tuesday. B) On a Wednesday.C) On a Thursday. D) On a Friday.27. A) A final copy of the research project. B) Copies of themidterm.C) A textbook and pencils. D) A few pens.28. A)20. B) 30. C) 50. D) 70.Passage TwoQuestions 29 to 31 are based on the passage you have just heard.29. A)Not all conflicts are bad. B)All conficts are good.C) No conflict is good. D) Conflict management is bad.30. A) Better ideas. B) Increased productivity.C) Hostile feelings and ill will. D) Both A)and B).31. A) Conflict should be forbidden. B) A search for a better solution should be made.C) Conflict should be controlled. D) Hostile feelings should be got rid of.Passage ThreeQuestions 32 to 35 are based on the passage you have just heard.32. A) France. B) Ireland. C) Germany. D) England.33. A) The Indians. B) The Irish. C) The Blacks. D) The Dutch.34. A)To keep together in a racial group.B) Because they are discriminated against.C) For religious reasons.D)Because they don’t like other people.35. A) Italy. B) Germany. C) Ireland. D)England.Section CDirections: In this section, you will hear a passage three times. When the passage is read for the first time, you should listen carefully for its general idea. When the passage is read for the second time, you are required to fill in the blanks numbered from 36 to 43 with the exact words you have just heard. For blanksnumbered from 44 to 46 you are required to fill in the missing information. For these blanks, you can either use the exact words you have just heard or write down the main points in your own words. Finally, when the passage is read for the third time, you should check what you have written.When young people get their real jobs, they may face a lot of new, (36) situation. They may find that everything is different from the way things were at school. It is also possible that they will feel (37) in both (38) and social situations. (39) , they realize that university classes can’t be the only(40) for all of the different situations that appear in the working world.Perhaps the best way to learn how to (41) in the working world is to (42) a worker you admire and (43) his behavior. In doing so, you’ll be able to see what it is that you admire i n this person. (44) . Perhaps even more important, you will be able to see what his approach to everyday situations is.(45) , you should be asking yourself whether his behavior is like yours and how you can learn from his response to different situations. (46) . Part Ⅳ Reading Comprehension(Reading in Depth) (25 minutes)Section ADirections: In this section, there is a passage with ten blanks. You are required to select one word for each blank from a list of choices given in a word bank following the passage. Read the passage through carefully before making your choices. Each choice in the bank is identified by a letter. Please mark the corresponding letter for each item on Answer Sheet 2 with a single line through the centre. You may not use any of the words in the bank more than once.Questions 47 to 56 are based on the following passage.We feel that there are many disadvantages in arranging pupils into different classes. It is rather unreal to grade people just according to their intellectual ability. This is only one aspect of their total 47 . We are concerned to develop the abilities of all our pupils to the full, not just their 48 ability. We also value personal qualities and social skills, and we find that mixed ability teaching contributes to all these aspects of learning.In our classrooms, we work in 49 ways. The pupils often work in groups, which gives them the 50 to learn to cooperate, to share, and to develop leadership skills. They also learn how to cope with 51 problems as well as learning how to think, to make decisions, to analyze and evaluate, and to 52 effectively. The pupils learn from each other as well as from the teacher.Sometimes the pupils work in pairs or on 53 tasks and assignments, and they can do this at their own speed. They also have some formal class teaching when this is 54. We encourage our pupils to use the library, and we teach them the skills they need in order to do this efficiently. We expect our pupils to do their best, not their 55, and we give them every encouragement to 56 this goal.A) academic B) appropriate C) attain D) communicate E) hardshipF) individual G) inferior H) least I) opportunity J) personalK) personality L) relax M) reliable N) solve O) variousSection BDirections: There are 2 passages in this section. Each passage is followed by some questions or unfinished statements. For each of them there are four choices marked A), B), C) and D). You should decide on the best choice and mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 2 with a single line through the centre.A) Narrator. B) Setting. C) Rhyme. D) Plot.59. An appropriate title for the passage would be .A) On the Dramatic Features of Science FictionB) Toward a Definition of Science FictionC) Science Fiction vs Prose FictionD) The Themes of Prose Fiction60. The author’s definition suggests that all science fiction deals with .A) the unfamiliar or unusual conditionsB) the same topics addressed by novels and short storiesC) Karel Cape’s well-known hypothesisD) the conflict between science and fiction61. According to the passage, which of the following conclusions is true?A) Science fiction attracts us in much the same way a story or novel does.B) It is not possible to define science fiction in a clear way.C) Many people tried in vain to explain what science fiction is.D) Very often science fiction appears in such literary forms as drama and poetry.Passage TwoQuestions 62 to 66 are based on the following passage.The American economic system is organized around a basically private enterprise, market-oriented economy in which consumers largely determine what shall be produced by spending their money in the marketplace for those goods and services that they want most. Private businessmen, striving to make profits, produce these goods and services in competition with other businessmen; and the profit motive, operating under competitive pressures, largely determines how these goods and services are produced. Thus, in the American economic system, it is the demand of individual consumers, coupled with the desire of businessmen to maximize profits and the desire of individuals to maximize their incomes, that together determine what shall be produced and how resources are used to produce it.An important factor of a market-oriented economy is the mechanism by which consumer demands can be expressed and responded to by producers. In the American economy, this mechanism is provided by a price system, a process in which prices rise and fall-producers, which in turn will lower the price and permit more consumers to buy the product. Thus, price is the regulating mechanism in the American economic system.The important factor in a private enterprise economy is that individuals are allowed to own productive resources (private property), and they are permitted to hire labor, gain control over natural resources, and produce goods and services for sale at a profit. In the American economy, the concept of private property embraces not only the ownership of productive resources but also certain rights, including the right to determine the price of a product or to make a free contract with another private individual.62. What can we learn from the first paragraph?A) Americans are never satisfied with their incomes.B) Americans tend to overstate their incomes.C) Americans want to have their incomes increased.D) Americans want to increase the purchasing power of their incomes.63. What is the main idea of the second paragraph?A) Mechanized production can satisfy the consumers.B) Consumers can express their demands through producers.C) Producers decide the prices of products.D) Supply and demand regulate 64. According to the passage, a private enterprise economy is characterized by .A) private property and rights concerned C)ownership of productive resourcesB) manpower and natural resources control D)free contracts and prices65. The passage is mainly about .A) how American goods are produced B)how American consumers buy their goodsC) how American economic system works D)how American businessmen make their profits66. The word “embraces” (Line 4, Para.3) may convey the meaning of .A) hugs B) includes C) excludes D) demandsPart V Cloze(15 minutes)Directions: There are 20 blanks in the following passage. For each blank there are four choices marked A), B), C) and D) on the right side of the paper. You should choose the ONE that best fits into the passage. Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 2 with a single line through the centre.In future trade the key development to watch is the relationship between the industrialized and the developing nations. The 67 World countries export their mineral 68 and tropical agricultural products, which bring them 69 foreign exchange. Tourism has also been greatly responsible 70 the rapid development of some 71 nations. Many Third world nations with high 72 and low wages have seen an emigration (移居) of workers 73 the developed nations. Western Europe has 74 millions of such workers from Mediterranean countries. The developing nations profit 75 these workers bring their savings and their acquired technical skills 76 home. Many developing nations benefit when western nations 77 manufacturing in their countries to take 78 of cheap labor.79 economies mature, economic growth rates tend to leveloff (稳定). The rate of 80 growth is leveling off today in Western nations. This leveling off 81 leads to static non-growth markets.A point of saturation (饱和) 82 in-technology and innovation have seemed to achieve the impossible, 83 then how much further can it go? Herman Kahn, 84 his book The Next 200 Years, says that a shift in priorities will have to occur for industrialized nations. 85 is the creation of money and jobs essential; 86 is rather the improvement of the quality of life that must be our concern.67. A) First B) Second C) West D) Third68. A) ranges B) scopes C) deposits D) products69. A) desired B) possible C) available D) abandon70. A) to B) for C) towards D) over71. A) developed B) powerful C) industrialized D) developing72. A) employment B) unemployment C) development D) improvement73. A) to B) by C) at D) in74. A) exploited B) imported C) received D) specified75. A) because B) before C) since D) when76. A) down B) all C) back D) outside77. A) establish B) decide C) predict D) mention78. A) disadvantage B) challenge C) advantage D) privilege79. A) Since B) As C) Though D) Whereas80. A) economy B) mankind C) society D) population81. A) relatively B) eventually C) sometimes D) hardly82. A) arrives B) reports C) sets D) but83. A) or B) but C) for D) so84. A) by B) from C) after D) in85. A) No longer B) No doubt C) Of course D) So far86. A) it B) that C) there D) whichPa rt Ⅵ Translation(5 minutes)Directions: Complete the sentences on Answer Sheet 2 by translating into English the Chinese given in brackets.87. I got to the airport, (结果却发现) I had left my ticket at home.88. The kids lay face down on the beach, their backs (暴晒在阳光下).89. He is old enough to (应该知道不要去游泳) right after lunch.90. The new computer is sold (以比预期低得多的价格).91.A Dream of the Red Chamber is said (已翻译成) dozens of languages in the last decade.参考答案:Part Ⅰ WritingComputer Games on CampusToday, many college students are absorbed in playing computer games. Maybe there is some truth in the statement that computer games are fun and will train one’s reactivity, determination, and attention.However, the merits of computer games can never compensate for the negative effects they have. First, it is very time-consuming to play computer games. The game fans have sacrificed almost all their time thus they have no time to attend class, to take exercises, or even to date. Upon graduation many will regret that they have wasted the precious college time on nothing. Second, those who play computer games excessively would easily fall victim to various illnesses. For example, game fans always fix their eyes on the screen; therefore, they are likely to be near-sighted. Third, the game fans, who spend their time before the lifeless computers, usually overlook their relationship with others. They would find that they have some mental or psychic problems.Part Ⅱ Reading Comprehension (Skimming and Scanning)这篇文章向人们介绍了在五一外出度假期间怎样保持女人漂亮本色。
2009年6月大学英语六级真题试卷(题后含答案及解析)
2009年6月大学英语六级真题试卷(题后含答案及解析)题型有:1. Writing 2. Reading Comprehension (Skimming and Scanning) 3. Listening Comprehension 4. Reading Comprehension (Reading in Depth) 5. Cloze 8. TranslationPart I Writing (30 minutes)1.For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write a short essay entitled On the Importance of a Name. You should write at least 150 words following the outline given below.1. 有人说名字或名称很重要;2. 也有人觉得名字或名称无关紧要;3. 我认为……。
On the Importance of a Name________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________ _______________正确答案:On the Importance of a Name When asked about which symbol can represent one’s identity, I believe the first answer occurring to most people should be their names. There is no denying the fact that it is a controversial topic whether names are important or not. Some hold the positive view. When choosing names for themselves or for their children, people generally enrich the names with special implied meanings, expecting that the names could reflect something more favorable. They believe a name reveals one’s emotion, will and ambition, and symbolizes one’s image, qualities and tastes. An elegant name which fits a person can imply psychological guidance, give him self-confidence, contribute to his success and accompany him for the whole life. As a result, they make painstaking efforts to choose outstanding names, wishing for success, good luck and more wealth. Despite that, others have voiced a different opinion that names are not as vital as they are supposed to be. A name is a word or phrase that man uses to denote and identify a specific person, place or thing. As an important identity of a person in society, a name carries no other social functions. So, there is no inexorable correlation between the sign and “the signified”. Personally, I admit that names do influence us in different ways, but any overestimation of their effects on us, as many people put it, is just a fatalist. No matter what differences names make to our life and career, their symbolic function can never be changed. As a matter of fact, names themselves by no means lead to success or professional achievements in one’s life.解析:开头段:引入话题,名字是否重要是一个有争议的话题。
2009年6月 英语 四级 听力(原文+原题+答案
20090611. A) She expected more people at her party.B) She enjoys entertaining small children.C) She threw a surprise party for her friendD) She has always enjoyed great popularity.12. A) They are not used to living in a cold place.B) They feel lucky to live in Florida.C) They are going to have a holiday.D) They have not booked their air tickets yet.13. A) He was pleased to get the medal. C) He used to be a firefighter.B) He was very courageous. D) He was accused of causing a fire.14. A) Make a profitable investment. C) Get parts for the machine from Japan.B) Buy a new washing machine D) Have the old washing machine fixed.15. A) He is pleased with his exciting new job.B) He finds the huge workload unbearable.C) He finds his office much too big for him.D) He is not so excited about his new position.16. A) The woman is going to hold a big party tomorrow.B) The man has no idea what the right thing to do is.C) The woman doesn’t know how to get to the party.D) The man offers to drive the woman to the party.17. A) Drawing up a business plan. C) Finalizing a contract.B) Discussing a term paper. D) Reviewing a co-authored article.18. A) She ordered some paper. C) She chatted online with a friendB) She had the printer repaired. D) She filled in an application form Questions 19 to 22 are based on the conversation you have just heard.19. A) His health is getting worse. C) His past life upsets him a good deal.B) He can no longer work at sea. D) He has not got the expected pension.20. A) She passed away years ago. C) She has been working at a clinic.B) She used to work as a model. D) She has been seriously ill for years.21. A) She has made lots of money as a doctor.B) She is going to take care of her old dad.C) She has never got on with her father.D) She is kind and generous by nature.22. A) He dines out with his wife every weekend.B) He is excellent but looks had-tempered.C) He does not care about his appearance.D) He is not quite popular with his patients.Questions 23 to 25 are based on the conversation you have just heard.23. A) The man has sent the order to the woman by mistakeB) Some of the telephone systems don’t work properlyC) Some of the packs do not contain any manuals.D) The quality of the goods is not up to the standard.24. A) Send a service engineer to do the repairs.B) Consult her boss about the best solution.C) Pass the man’s order to the right person.D) The quality of the goods is not up to the standard.25. A) Ideal. C) PartialB) Temporary D) CreativeSection BPassage OneQuestions 26 to 28 are based on the passage you have just heard.26. A) It is entertaining. C) It takes lots of time.B) It is a costly hobby. D) It requires training.27. A) They can harm nearby plants. C) They fight each other for food.B) They may catch some disease. D) They may pollute the environment.28. A) Place the food on warmer spots. C) Avoid using any contaminated food.B) Use prepared feed mixtures only. D) Continue the feeding till it gets warm.Passage TwoQuestions 29 to 32 are based on the passage you have just heard.29. A) He will betray even his best friends.B) He is able to make up good excuses.C) He will lie whenever he wants.D) He tries to achieve his goal at any cost30. A) She made him apologize C) She broke up with him.B) She readily forgave him D) She refused to answer his calls.31. A) Buy her a new set of tires. C) Lend her his batteries.B) Help clean her apartment. D) Move furniture for her.Passage ThreeQuestions 32 to 35 are based on the passage you have just heard.32. A) The atmosphere they live in is rather unreal.B) Their parents put too much pressure on them.C) It’s hard for them to get along with other kids.D) They have to live in the shadow of their parents.33. A) He always boasts about his rich father.B) He will grow up to be good for nothing.C) He has too much to know the value of things.D) He is too young to manage his inherited property.34. A) She wants Amanda to get professional care.B) She has no experience in raising children.C) She wants to show off her wealth.D) She has no time to do it herself.35. A) The lifestyle depicted in Hollywood movies.B) The worship of money, beauty and pleasure.C) The attention the media focuses on them.D) The pursuing of perfection in performance.11. She has always enjoyed great popularity12. They are going to have a holiday13. He was very courageous14. Buy a new washing machine15. He is not excited about his new position16. The man offers to drive the women to the party17. Finalizing a contract18. She ordered some paper长对话19 He can no longer work at sea20 She passed away years ago21 She has never got on with her father22 He is excellent but looks bad-tempered23 Some of the packs do not contain manuals24 solve the problem at her company’s cost25 Ideal短文:26 C it’s entertaining27C they may catch some disease28D continue the feeding till it get warm29C he will lie whenever he wants30A she made him apologize31D move furniture for her32A the atmosphere they live in is rather unreal33D he has too much to know the value of things34D she has no time to do it herself35D the lifestyle depicted in Hollywood movies11. W: There were more than a hundred people at Kate's birthday party. How come she's got so many friends?M: It's really no surprise. You know she was popular even when she was a childQ: What does the man imply about Kate?12. M: They say there'll be a snow-storm tonight, and the cold weather will last quite a few days.W: Oh! We're so lucky, we'll be getting away for a while, and having a holiday in Florida. But let's call right now to confirm our flight.Q: What do we learn about the two speakers?13. W: Tony was awarded a medal for rescuing several families from the forest fire.M: I really admire his courage.Q: What do we learn about Tony from the conversation?14. M: My washing machine is more than fifteen years old and it has worked just fine until last night.W: You’ll never be able to get parts for it, even from Japan. So it might be time to invest a more recent model.Q: What does the woman suggest the man do?15. W: I heard about your promotion, you must be thrilled.M: Not really, the new office is huge, but the word load has doubled.Q: What do we learn about the man from the conversation?16. W: I can’t decide what to do about the party tomorrow.M: You don’t have to go if you don’t want to, but I’ll be glad to give you a ride if you do.Q: What do we learn from the conversation?17. M: Now if you have any questions about the contract. I’ll be happy t o answer them.W: Nothing comes to mind right now, but I’d like to go over all the articles of the contract once more before signing it.Q: What are the speakers doing right now?18. M: We are out of paper for the printer. Can you please order some?W: I completed the order form online yesterday and it will be here by noon. I’ll let you know when it comes in.Q: What did the woman do?Conversation OneW: Bob, do you know who I saw the other day? Old Jake, looking terribly depressed. Did he get pensioned off at last?M: Yes. They made him retire after 50 years at sea. He is pretty upset about it, but what can you do? He really is pasted.W: He is all alone, isn’t he?M: Yes, his wife has been dead for years. They had one daughter, Dories. But she went off to town as soon as she left school. And he hasn’t heard from her since. I hear she is making good money as a model.W: Maybe someone could get in touch with her. Get her to come back for a while to help? M: I don’t suppose she come. She never got on w ith her father. He is bit of a tough character and she is rather selfish. Oh, I expect old Jake will get by. He is healthy at least, comes into a clinic for a check regularly.W: Are you his doctor?M: No, my partner doctor Johnson is.W: That bad-tempered old thing?M: Oh, he isn’t bad-tempered. He just looks it. He is an excellent doctor, taught me a lot, and he has a very nice family. His wife invites me over there to supper every week. Very pleasant.W: yes. I teach their daughter Pen at school. She is a bit careless and lazy about her school work, but a bright little thing and very popular with her age group.Questions 19 to 22 are based on the conversation you’ve just heard.19. Why does old Jake look terribly depressed?20. What do we learn about J ake’s wife?21. What does the man say about Jake’s daughter?22. What does the man say about Jake’s doctor?Conversation TwoW: Hello, Mr. Summerfield. How are you today?M: Very well. Thank you, Ms. Green.W: What can I do for you?M: Well, unfortunately, there is a problem with the order we received from you yesterday. It seems we haven’t seen the right quantity of manuals to support the telephone system. W: Oh, dear, that’s bad news. I’m very sorry to hear that, and you don’t know how many packs are without manuals?M: No, because we haven’t opened every pack. But in several of those that have been opened there are none, no manuals.W: I’m very sorry about this inconvenience, Mr. Summerfield. We’ll send out the manualsthis afternoon by express mail entirely at our cost, and the manuals should arrive tomorrow or the day after at the latest.M: All of them, right?W: Yes. It maybe that some have them already, but we cannot be sure. So the best thing is to send out the manual for every pack.M: Yes. Yes, I see. That would be great.W: Please accept our apologies for this mix-up. I assure you we will do everything possible to find out why the mistake happenedM: Right. Thanks for your swift action.W: Not at all. Thank you and goodbye for now. Do call if there is anything else.M: All right. Thank you. Goodbye, Ms Green.W: Goodbye.Questions 23 to 25 are based on the conversation you’ve just heard.23. What problems are the speakers discussing?24. What does the woman promise to do?25. What does the man think of the solution?Passage 1Attracting and feeding wild birds are entertaining activities that have long been enjoyed by people all over the world. Feeding birds has become so popular that prepared feed mixtures are readily available. We feed birds for many reasons. Many pleasant hours can come from watching birds. A hobby often develops into a serious study of their habits. Accurate identification of birds is usually the first goal. But observations that an amateur bird-watcher can make are really limitless. There is, however, responsibility associated with bird feeding, including a disease hazard. Attracting numbers of birds continually to the same spot can be harmful to them, particularly species that pick food from the ground contaminated by the droppings of other birds. In winter feeding efforts are most satisfying to people and are of greatest benefit to birds. During this time when fewer natural foods are available and air temperatures are lower, extra feeding can keep a bird warm and well. Once begun, feeding should never stop during these lean months. If you start a local increase of birds, be prepared to do what may be required to eliminate hazards to those you want to befriend. A constant supply of food should be given until the cold is over and spring has come. If feeding is stopped during severe weather, birds used to relying upon the feeders must starve.Questions 26 to 28 are based on the passage you’ve just heard.Q26 What does the speaker say about bird watching?Q27 What does the speaker say about birds fed continually on the same spot?Q28 What does the speaker suggest we do in feeding birds in winter?Passage 2My friend Leo makes up weak and poor excuses whenever there is something he doesn’t want to do. Just two weeks ago, he was at my house when he decided he didn’t want to go into work. He called his boss and said he had to get a new set of tires put on his truck. Then he sat down and watched TV with me. Not only had he lied but his excuse wasn’t a very convincing one. Another time, he cancelled a date with his girlfriend at the last minute telling her he had to get a new battery for his truck. She was angry and refused to go out with him again until he apologized. Last weekend, Leo offered the poorest excuse yet. He’d promised he’d help me move some furniture, from my parents’ house to my new apartment. He was supposed to bring his truck over about 8 o’clock Saturday morning. I waited, and then called and left a message on his machine. About 11:30, he called and said he was so rry but he’d been getting a new set of tires put on his truck. I guess he’d forgotten he used the same excuse when he called his boss from my house.I think I need a new set of friends. I’m beginning to get tired of Leo’s excuses. Questions 29 to 31 are based on the passage you’ve just heard.Q29 What does the speaker tell us about her friend Leo?Q30 What did his girlfriend do when Leo canceled a date with her at the last minute?Q31 What favor did the speaker ask Leo to do last weekend?Passage 3In Hollywood, everybody wants to be rich, famous and beautiful. Nobody wants to be old, unknown and poor. For Hollywood kids, life can be difficult because they grow up such an unreal atmosphere. Their parents are ambitious and the children are part of the parents’ ambitions. Parents pay for wasteful grand parties, expensive cars and designer clothes. When every dream can come true, kids don’t learn the value of anything because they have everything. A thirteen-year-old boy, Trent Maguire, has a driver, credit cards and unlimited cash to do what h e wants when he wants to. “One day, I’ll earn more than my dad!” he boasts. Parents buy care and attention for their children because they have no time to give it themselves. Amender’s mother employs a personal trainer, a bodyguard, a singing coach and a councilor to look after all her fifteen-year-old daughter’s needs. Often, there is no parent at home most days, so children decide whether to make their own meals or go out to restaurants, when to watch television or do homework. They organize their social life. They play no childhood games. They become adults beforethey’re ready. Hollywood has always been the city of dreams. The kids there live unreal lives where money, beauty and pleasure are the only gods. Will children around the world soon start to think the same? Or do they already?Questions 32 to 35 are based on the passage you’ve just heard.Q32 Why is life said to be difficult for Hollywood kids?Q33 What does the speaker say about Trent Maguire, a thirteen-year-old boy?Q34 Why does Amender’s mother employ other people to look after her needs?Q35 What will probably have negative effects on the lives of Hollywood kids?。
英语周报:2009年6月英语四级听力全真模拟题(六)3
Section B Directions: In this section, you will hear 3 short passages. At the end of each passage, you will hear some questions. Both the passage and the questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a question, you must choose the best answer from the four choices marked A), B), C) and D). Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 2 with a single line through the centre。
Passage one Smoking can be harmful to your health. But why do people smoke? One reason is that people become addicted to cigarettes. To be addicted means that your body comes to need them. The addictive substance in cigarettes is nicotine. When people smoke, the nicotine goes right into the blood stream and makes people feel relaxed. A smoker’s body gets accustomed to the nicotine and if he stops smoking he feels nervous. Many smokers try to stop smoking, but because of the addiction to nicotine they feel so uncomfortable that they often find it too difficult to stop。
2009年6月大学英语六级模拟听力
2009年6月大学英语六级模拟听力2009年6月大学英语六级模拟训练(35 minutes) Section ADirections:注意:此部分试题在答题卡2上作答。
11. A) He didn’t think the course is useful.B) He thought the course was wonderful.C) He wanted to take more optional courses.D) He just couldn’t understand the professor’s lecture.12. A) The woman would sew them back on.B) The woman would quarrel with the man.C) The man would not take the responsibility.D) The man gave the woman a good suggestion.13. A) 702-6493-17. B) 70-702-6493.C) 702-6493-70. D) 17-702-6493.14. A) The man wants to buy a table.B) The man came to the café alone.C) The table by the window is free for anyone.D) The table by the window has been left for someone else.15. A) To the office. B) To school.C) To a department store. D) To a restaurant.16. A) The woman tries to have an interview with the man.B) The interview will last for more than two hours.C) The man still has time to make an interview.D) The man agreed with the woman to have an interview at last.17. A) A shop assistant. B) A travel agent. C) A waitress. D) A teacher.18. A) The radiator is full of water.B) The car has broken down.C) The car is in dangerous condition.D) The radiator doesn’t work.Questions 19 to 22 are based on the conversation you have just heard.19. A) To fix a time when he brings the paper to her.B) To tell her his roommate Benjamin Jones is sick.C) To tell her he can’t go to her office today.D) To ask her for information about a course she teaches.20. A) To learn how he can graduate.B) To chat with the woman.C) To consult the woman some information for his term paper.D) To get some information about a course the woman teaches.21. A) To give a presentation. B) To read two books.C) To paint three pictures. D) T o take the final exam.22. A) Come to her office in the afternoon.B) Call her after her meeting.C) Come to her office tomorrow afternoon.D) Go to the library tomorrow morning.Questions 23 to 25 are based on the conversation you have just heard.23. A) He visited it in person. B) He learned from a friend about it.C) He read it in a magazine. D) He knew the sculptor.24. A) They are very expensive. B) They weigh very much.C) They are made of pieces of aluminum. D) They have triangles all over.25. A) It was too expensive. B) It was too heavy to hand.C) It was not pretty. D) It was easy to get rotten.Section BDirections: In this section, you will hear 3 short passages. At the end of each passage, you will hear some questions. Both the passage and the questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a question, you must choose the best answer from the four choices marked A),B),C) and D). Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 2 with a single line through the center.注意:此部分试题请在答题卡2上作答。
2009年6月英语四级真题听力原文+试题答案
2009年6月英语四级真题听力原文Short Conversations11. W: There were more than a hundred people at Kate's birthday party. How come she's got so many friends?M: It's really no surprise. You know she was popular even when she was a childQ: What does the man imply about Kate?12. M: They say there'll be a snow-storm tonight, and the cold weather will last quite a few days.W: Oh! We're so lucky, we'll be getting away for a while, and having a holiday in Florida. But let's call right now to confirm our flight. Q: What do we learn about the two speakers?13. W: Tony was awarded a medal for rescuing several families from the forest fire.M: I really admire his courage.Q: What do we learn about Tony from the conversation?14. M: My washing machine is more than fifteen years old and it has worked just fine until last night.W: You‟ll never be able to get parts for it, even from Japan. So it might be time to invest a more recent model.Q: What does the woman suggest the man do?15. W: I heard about your promotion, you must be thrilled.M: Not really, the new office is huge, but the word load has doubled.Q: What do we learn about the man from the conversation?16. W: I can‟t decide what to do about the party tomorrow.M: You don‟t have to go if you don‟t want to, but I‟ll be gl ad to give you a ride if you do.Q: What do we learn from the conversation?17. M: Now if you have any questions about the contract. I‟ll be happy to answer them.W: Nothing comes to mind right now, but I‟d like to go over all the articles of the contract once more before signing it.Q: What are the speakers doing right now?18. M: We are out of paper for the printer. Can you please order some?W: I completed the order form online yesterday and it will be here by noon. I‟ll let you know when it comes in.Q: What did the woman do?Long ConversationConversation OneW: Bob, do you know who I saw the other day? Old Jake, looking terribly depressed. Did he get pensioned off at last?M: Yes. They made him retire after 50 years at sea. He is pretty upset about it, but what can you do? He really is pasted.W: He is all alone, isn‟t he?M: Yes, his wife has been dead for years. They had one daughter, Dories. But she went off to town as soon as she left school. And he hasn‟t heard from her since. I hear she is making good money as a model.W: Maybe someone could get in touch with her. Get her to come back for a while to help?M: I don‟t suppose she come. She never got on with her father. He is bit of a tough character and she is rather selfish. Oh, I expect old Jake will get by. He is healthy at least, comes into a clinic for a check regularly.W: Are you his doctor?M: No, my partner doctor Johnson is.W: That bad-tempered old thing?M: Oh, he isn‟t bad-tempered. He just looks it. He is an excellent doctor, taught me a lot, and he has a very nice family. His wife invites me over there to supper every week. Very pleasant.W: yes. I teach their daughter Pen at school. She is a bit careless and lazy about her school work, but a bright little thing and very popular with her age group.Questions 19 to 22 are based on the conversation you‟ve just heard.19. Why does old Jake look terribly depressed?20. What do we learn about Jake‟s wife?21. What does the man say about Jake‟s daughter?22. What does the man say about Jake‟s doctor?Conversation TwoW: Hello, Mr. Summerfield. How are you today?M: Very well. Thank you, Ms. Green.W: What can I do for you?M: Well, unfortunately, there is a problem with the order we received from you yesterday. It seems we haven‟t seen the righ t quantity of manuals to support the telephone system.W: Oh, dear, that‟s bad news. I‟m very sorry to hear that, and you don‟t know how many packs are without manuals?M: No, because we haven‟t opened every pack. But in several of those that have been ope ned there are none, no manuals.W: I‟m very sorry about this inconvenience, Mr. Summerfield. We‟ll send out the manuals this afternoon by express mail entire ly at our cost, and the manuals should arrive tomorrow or the day after at the latest.M: All of them, right?W: Yes. It maybe that some have them already, but we cannot be sure. So the best thing is to send out the manual for every pack.M: Yes. Yes, I see. That would be great.W: Please accept our apologies for this mix-up. I assure you we will do everything possible to find out why the mistake happenedM: Right. Thanks for your swift action.W: Not at all. Thank you and goodbye for now. Do call if there is anything else.M: All right. Thank you. Goodbye, Ms Green.W: Goodbye.Questions 23 to 25 are ba sed on the conversation you‟ve just heard.23. What problems are the speakers discussing?24. What does the woman promise to do?25. What does the man think of the solution?PassagePassage 1Attracting and feeding wild birds are entertaining activities that have long been enjoyed by people all over the world. Feeding birds has become so popular that prepared feed mixtures are readily available. We feed birds for many reasons. Many pleasant hours can come from watching birds. A hobby often develops into a serious study of their habits. Accurate identification of birds is usually the first goal. But observations that an amateur bird-watcher can make are really limitless. There is, however, responsibility associated with bird feeding, including a disease hazard. Attracting numbers of birds continually to the same spot can be harmful to them, particularly species that pick food from the ground contaminated by the droppings of other birds. In winter feeding efforts are most satisfying to people and are of greatest benefit to birds. During this time when fewer natural foods are available and air temperatures are lower, extra feeding can keep a bird warm and well. Once begun, feeding should never stop during these lean months. If you start a local increase of birds, be prepared to do what may be required to eliminate hazards to those you want to befriend. A constant supply of food should be given until the cold is over and spring has come. If feeding is stopped during severe weather, birds used to relying upon the feeders must starve.Questions 26 to 28 are based on the passage you‟ve just heard.Q26 What does the speaker say about bird watching?Q27 What does the speaker say about birds fed continually on the same spot?Q28 What does the speaker suggest we do in feeding birds in winter?Passage 2My friend Leo makes up weak and poor excuses whenever there is something he doesn‟t want to do. Just two weeks ago, he was at my house when he decided he didn‟t want to go into work. He called his boss and said he had to get a new set of tires put on his truck. Then he sat down and watched TV with me. Not only had he lied but his excuse wasn‟t a very convincing one. Another time, he c ancelled a date with his girlfriend at the last minute telling her he had to get a new battery for his truck. She was angry and refused to go out with him again until he apologized. Last weekend, Leo offered the poorest excuse yet. He‟d promised he‟d help me move some furnitu re, from my parents‟ house to my new apartment. He was supposed to bring his truck over about 8 o‟clock Saturday morning. I waited, and then called and left a message on his machine. About 11:30, he called and said he was sorry but he‟d been getting a new set of tir es put on his truck. I guess he‟d forgotten he used the same excuse when he called his boss from my house. I think I need a new set of friends. I‟m beginning to get tired of Leo‟s excuses.Questions 29 to 31 are based on the passage you‟ve just heard.Q29 What does the speaker tell us about her friend Leo?Q30 What did his girlfriend do when Leo canceled a date with her at the last minute?Q31 What favor did the speaker ask Leo to do last weekend?Passage 3In Hollywood, everybody wants to be rich, famous and beautiful. Nobody wants to be old, unknown and poor. For Hollywood kids, life can be difficult because they grow up such an unreal atmosphere. Their parents are ambitious and the children are part of the parents‟ ambitions. Parents pay for wasteful grand parties, expensive cars and designer clothes. When every dream can come true, kids don‟t learn the value of anything because they have everything. A thirteen-year-old boy, Trent Maguire, has a driver, credit cards and unlimited cash to do what he wants when he wants to. “One day, I‟ll earn more than my dad!” he boast s. Parents buy care and attention for their children because they have no time to give it themselves. Amender‟s mother employs a personal trainer, a bodyguard, a singing coach and a councilor to look after all her fifteen-year-old daughter‟s needs. Often, there is no parent at home most days, so children decide whether to make their own meals or go out to restaurants, when to watch television or do homework. They organize their social life. They play no childhood games. They become adults before they‟re rea dy. Hollywood has always been the city of dreams. The kids there live unreal lives where money, beauty and pleasure are the only gods. Will children around the world soon start to think the same? Or do they already?Questions 32 to 35 are based on the pass age you‟ve just heard.Q32 Why is life said to be difficult for Hollywood kids?Q33 What does the speaker say about Trent Maguire, a thirteen-year-old boy?Q34 Why does Amender‟s mother employ other people to look after her needs?Q35 What will probably have negative effects on the lives of Hollywood kids?Compound DictationAround 120 years ago, Ebbinghaus began his study of memory. He concentrated on studying how quickly the human mind can remember information. One result of his research is known as the total time hypothesis, which simply mean the amount you learn depends on the time you spend trying to learn it. This can be taken as our first rule of learning. Although it is usually true that studying for 4 hours is better than studying for 1, there is still the question of how to use the 4 hours. For example, is it better to study for 4 hours straight or to study for 1 hour a day for 4 days in a row? The answer, as you may have suspected, is that it is better to spread out the study times. This phenomenon through which we can learn more efficiently by dividing our practice time is known as the distribution of practice effect. Thus, our second rule of learning is this. It‟s better to study fairly briefly but often. But we are not finished yet. We haven‟t co nsidered how we should study over very short periods of time. Let‟s say you are trying to learn some new and rather difficult English vocabulary using a stack of cards. Should you look at the same word in rapid succession or look at the word and then have some delay before you look at it again? The answer is it is better to space up the presentations of the word you are to learn.2009年6月英语四级真题参考答案Free Admission to Museums(满分版)Nowadays, an increasing number of museums are admission-free to visitors home and abroad. The hidden reason behind this is not hard to analyze as there‟s a growing awareness for the authorities regarding the urgency of popularization of culture, knowledge and history with every average person in our society. Only with free access to this live …database‟, can most people fully enjoy what museums could offer to them.However, free admission to museums might lead to some social problems as well. The most obvious problem is that it might give museums a very heavy economic burden which directly impedes the sustainable development of these organizations. As a result, our government has to work out other ways to collect funds from different channels, which might be difficult to operate or control. On the other hand, free admission attracts too many visitors, some of which might not be well-purposed and do some conscious or unconscious damage to the valuable treasures which used to be well-preserved in the museums.As a university student, I am in favor of the free-admission conduct. Yet it is proposed that some measures should be taken to solve the potential problems caused by it. For example, museums can make some regulations to guide the behavior of visitors or set some …closed‟ days for museums for regular maintenance. Only in this way can free-admission to museums become a long-lasting phenomenon and have sustainable development.Part II Reading Comprehension (Skimming and Scanning)阅读答案1. A. He just wouldn‟t look her in the dye。
6月六级听力试题及答案含原文
精品文档2009年6月Part JU Listening Comprehension (35 minutes)Section A注意:此部分试题请在答题卡2上作答。
11.A・ Fred forgot to call him last night about the camping trip.B ・ He is not going to lend lus sleeping bag to Fred.C ・ He has not seen Fred at the gym for sometime.D・ Fred may have borrowed a sleeping bag from someone else.12. A. Suininer has become hotter in recent years.B ・ It will cool down a bit ovw the weekend.C ・ Swimming in a pool lias a relaxing effect.D・ He hopes the weather forecast is accurate.13.A・ Takuig a picture of Prof. Bro^u.B ・ Commenting on an oil-paintiiig.C ・ Hosting a TV program.D ・ Staging a performance.14. A. She can help the man take care of the plants.B ・ Most plants grow better ill direct sunlight.C ・ The plants need to be watered frequently.D ・ The plants should be placed in a shady spot.15.A・ Cliange to a more exciting channel.B ・ See the movie some other time.C・ Go to bed early.D ・ Stay up till eleven.16. A ・ Both of them are laymen of modern art.B ・ She has beamed to appreciate modem sculptures.C ・ Italian artists* ^r orks are difficult to understand.D ・ Modern artists are generally considered weird.17.A・ They seem satisfied with what they have done.B ・ They have called all club members to contribute.C ・ They think the day can be called a memorable one.D ・ They find it hard to raise money for the hospital.18. A. The man shouldn't hesitate to take the course.B ・ The man should talk with the professor first.C ・ The course isn't open to undergraduates.D・ The course will require a lot of reading.Questions 19 to 21 are based on the conversation you liave just heard.19. A. Current trends in economic development.B ・ Domestic issues of general social concern.C ・ Stories about Britaiifs relations with other nations.D ・ Conflicts and con^roniises among political parties.20. A. Based on the poll of public opinions.B ・ By interviewing people who file complaints.C ・ By analyzing the domestic and international situation.精品文档.精品文档D ・ Based on public expectations and editors* judgment.21. A ・ Underlying rules of editing.B ・ Practical experience.C ・ Audience* s feedback.D ・ Professional qualifications.Questions 22 to 25 are based on the conversation you have just heard.22. A. The average life span was less than 50 years.B ・ It was very common for them to have 12 children.C ・ They retired from woric much earlier than today.D・ They were quite optimistic about their ftmire.23. A ・ Get ready for ecological changes.B ・ Adapt to the new environment.C ・ Learn to use new technology.D ・ Explore zzys to stay young.24. A. When all women go out to woik.B ・ XVTien family planning is enforced..C ・ When a world goveniment is set up.D ・ Whin all people become wealthier.25. A. Eliminate poverty and injustice.B ・ Migrate to other planets.C ・ Control the environment.D ・ Find inexhaustible resources.Section B注意:此部分试题请在答题卡2上作答。
2009年6月六级真题听力原文及试题详解
2009年6月六级真题听力原文及试题详解听力原文Section AShort conversation11. W: I forgot to tell you that Fred called last night to borrow your sleeping bag.M: Oh, I saw him at the gym this morning, but he didn’t say anything. So he must have asked somebody else.Q: What does the man imply?12. W: These summer days are getting to be more than I can take. It was even too hot to go to the pool yesterday.M: Hang in there. According to the weather report we should have some relief by the end of the week.Q: What does the man mean?13. W: Well, tonight we have Professor Brown in our studio to talk about the famous oil painting of Queen Victoria. Good evening, professor.M: Good evening, madam, my pleasure to be here tonight.Q: What is the woman doing?14. M: The plants next t o the window always look brown. You wouldn’t know by looking at them that I water them every week.W: Maybe they don’t like direct sunlight. I had the same problem with some of my plants. And a little shade helps them immensely.Q: What does the woman imply?15. M: I’m really exhausted, Mary. But I don’t want to miss the Hollywood movie that comes on at 11.W: If I were you, I’d skip it. We both have to get up early tomorrow. And anyway I’ve heard it’s not as exciting as advertised.Q: What does the woman suggest the man do?16. M: Those modern sculptures over there are really weird. Don’t you think so?W:Well, I couldn’t stand them either at first. But now I’ve come to like modern art, particularly those sculptures carved by Italian artists.Q: What does the woman mean?17. M: I’m really glad our club decided to raise money for the children’s hospital. And most of the people we phoned seemed happy to contribute.W: Yeah! I agree. Now that we’ve gone through all the numbers on our list, I guess we can call it a day.Q: What do we learn about the speakers?18. M: Have you heard of Professor Smith? I’m thinking of taking an advanced engineering course with him. What do you think?W: Yeah! You really should. He’s published dozens of books so far, once been rec ommended as a textbook for postgraduates.Q: What does the woman imply?Long conversation oneW: You’re the editor of Public Eye. What kind of topics does your program cover?M: Well, there are essentially domestic stories. We don’t cover international stories. We don’t cover party politics or economics. We do issues of general social concern to our British audience. They can be anything from the future of the health service to the way the environment is going downhill.W: How do you choose the topic? Do y ou choose one because it’s what the public wants to know about or because it’s what you feel the public ought to know about?M: I think it’s a mixture of both. Sometimes you have a strong feeling that something is important and you want to see it examined and you want to contribute to a public debate. Sometimes people come to you with things they are worried about and they can be quite small things. They can be a story about corruption in local government, something they cannot quite understand, why it does n’t seem to be working out properly, like they are not having their litter collected properly or the dustbins emptied.W: How do you know that you’ve got a really successful program? One that is just right for the time?M: I think you get a sense about it after working in it in a number of years. You know which stories are going to get the attention. They are going to be published just the point when the public are concerned about that.Q19-2119. What kind of topics does Public Eye cover?20. How does Public Eye choose its topics?21. What factor plays an important role in running a successful program?Long conversation TwoW: Hi, Professor Smith. I hear you’ve written a book titled Visions.M: Yes. It explains how science will revolutionize the 21st century.W: Could I ask you some questions concerning the book?M: Sure.W: Are you optimistic about the future?M: Generally, yeah. If we go back to the year of 1900, most Americans didn’t live beyond the age of 50. Since then, we’ve had improvements in health care and technology. There is no reason why these won’t continue far into the 21st century.W: Are we ready for the changes that will come?M: Changes are already happening. The future is here now. We have DNA, microchips, the internet. Some p eople’s reaction is to say, we are too old; we don’t understand new technology. My reaction is to say, we must educate people to use new technology now.W: Is world population going to be a big problem?M: Yes, and no. I think that world population will stop increasing as we all get richer. If you are a part of the middle class, you don’t want or need 12 children.W: Will there be a world government?M: Very probably. We will have to manage the world and its resources on a global level because countries alone are too small.W: Will we have control of everything?M: I think we’ll learn to control the weather, volcanoes and earthquakes. I ll ness won’t exist. We’ll grow new livers, kidneys, hearts, and lungs like spare parts for a car. People will live to about 130 or 150. For 2000 years, we have tried to understand our environment. Now we’ll begin to controlit.Q22-25 are based on the conversation you just heard.22. What does Professor Smith say about most Americans around the year of 1900?23. What does Professor Smith advice we do?24. When will the world population stop growing according to Professor Smith?25. What does Professor Smith think human beings will be able to do?Passage 1Getting behind the wheel of a car can be an exciting new s tep in a teen’s life. But along with that excitement comes a new responsibility---understanding the need for common sense and maturity to avoid accidents. In an effort to spread awareness to teens across the nation, the Allstate Foundation sponsored a Keep-The-Drive Summit at Sunset Station on January 23rd. Students from Kennedy and Alamo Heights High schools participated in the summit which was held here for the first time. The goal of the year-long effort is to educate teens on the rules of safe driving and the severe consequences that can result if those rules are not followed, and then have them communicate that information to their peers. The students watched videos that told them about the numbers of teenage driving injuries and deaths. They listen to the videos as students from other cities share their stories of how their reckless driving affected not only their lives but also those of their passengers. “We are trying to create awareness in high schools across the countries,” said Westerman, an Allsta te representative, “we focus on changing how teens think behind the wheel.” According to the presentation, more teens die in automobile crashes in the United States each year than from drugs, violence, smoking and suicide. An average of 16 teens die every day in motor vehicle crashes and nearly forty percent of those are caused by speeding. Texas is the state with the most teen driving deaths according to the presentation. Students agreed that the statistics were amazing and made them think twice about how they drive.Questions 26 to 28 are based on the question you have just heard.Q26. For what purpose did the Allstate Foundation sponsor the Keep-The-Drive Summit?Q27. What causes the greatest number of deaths among American teens according to the presentation?Q28. What can we conclude about the Keep-The-Drive Summit?Passage 2Dr. Allen Hersh designs smells for businesses. He says that it doesn’t take a whole lot of smell to affect you. Store owners can lure you to the candy aisle, even if you don’t r ealize your are smelling candy. This idea scares a lot of people. Groups that protect the rights of shoppers are upset. They say the stores are using a kind of brainwashing which they call “smell-washing”. “It’s pretty dishonest,” says Mark Silbergeld. He runs an organization that checks out products for consumers. The scientists hired to design the scents disagree. “There’s soft background music. There’s special lighting. There’re all sorts of bells being used,” says Dr. Hersh, “why not smells?” “One reason why not,” says Silbergeld, “is that some people are allergic to certain scents pumped into products or stores.” But there is a whole other side to this debate, “do the smells really work?” So far, there is little proof one way or the other. But Dr. Hersh has run some interesting experiments. In one of Hersh’s experiments, 31 volunteers were led into a shoe store that smells slightly like flowers. Later, another group shopped in the same store, but with no flower odor. Dr.Hersh found that 84% of the shoppers were more likely to buy the shoes in the flower-scented room, but Hersh found out something even stranger. “Whether the volunteers like the flower scent or not didn’t matter,” Hersh says, “Some reported that they hated the smell, but they still were mo re likely to buy the shoes in the scented room.”Questions 29 to 31 are based on the passage you’ve just heard.Q29. Why are some people against the use of smells to attract customers?Q30. What is Dr. Hersh’s attitude to the use of smells for business?Q31. What did Hersh’s experiment show?Passage 3This is Ray McCarthy with the news. Reports are coming in of a major train crash in Japan. A passenger train carrying hundreds of workers home from the center of Tokyo is reported to have hit an oncoming goods train. Both were traveling at high speed. Figures are not yet available but it is believed that the death toll could be as high as 300, with hundreds more injured. Emergency and rescue services rushed to the scene. But our reporter says it will take days to clear the track and to establish the numbers of the dead and injured. There was a similar accident on the same stretch of track four years ago.There was another bomb scare in a large London store last night during late night shopping. Following a telephone call to the police from an anonymous caller, hundreds of shoppers were shepherded out of the store while roads in the area were sealed off. Police dogs spent hours searching the store for a bag which the caller claimed contained 50 pounds of explosives. Nothing was found and the store was given the all-clear by opening time this morning. A police spokesman said that this was the third bomb scare within a week and that we should all be on our guard.And finally, the motoring organizations have issued a warning to drivers following the recent falls of snow in many parts of the country. Although the falls may be slight, they say extra care is needed.Questions 32 to 35 are based on the passage you have just heard.Q32: What accident happened recently in Japan?Q33: What do the reports say about the recent accident in Japan?Q34: Why did people have to leave the London store last night?Q35: What did motoring organizations advise drivers to do?Section C Compound DictationEnglish is the leading international language. In different countries around the globe English is acquired as the mother tongue; in others it is used as a second language. Some nations use English as their official language, performing the function of administration; in others it is used as an international language for business, commerce and industry.What factors and forces have led to the spread of English? Why is English now considered to be so prestigious that, across the globe, individuals and societies feel disadvantaged if they do not have competence in this language? How has English changed through 1,500 years? These are some of the questions that you investigate when you study English.You also examine the immense variability of English and come to understand how it is used as a symbol of both individual identity and social connection. You develop in-depth knowledge of the intricate structure of the language. Why do some non-native speakers of English claim that it is adifficult language to learn, while infants born into English-speaking communities acquire their language before they learn to use forks and knives? At the university of Sussex, you are introduced to the nature and grammar of English in all its aspects. This involves the study of sound structures, the formation of words, the sequencing of words and the construction of meaning, as well as examination of the theories explaining these aspects of English usage. You are encouraged to develop your own individual responses to various practical and theoretical issues, which are raised by studying how speakers and writers employ English for a wide variety of purposes.真题详解Part ⅠWriting[写作点拔]①审题及布局。
2009年6月六级模拟题目答案及听力原文部分
【本书下载于派派论坛,如需更多好书,请访问】2009年6月六级模拟题目答案及听力原文部分Part I WritingThe Increase in the Number of Students Attending Graduate Entrance Exams It can be seen from the chart that there have been sharp increases in the number of students attending graduate entrance exams in University X in the past decade. As the chart shows, the year 1999 witnessed only 2,900 students taking part in the exams. In 2004, the number soared to nearly four thousand. In 2009, far more people prepared themselves for graduate study.A number of factors could account for the change in the chart, but the following might be the critical ones. First, due to the spreading financial crisis and economic recession in the past years, the number of job vacancies has been on a sharp decline. Secondly, as a result of expanded enrollments in many colleges and universities, the number of graduates has rocketed in China, which adds to the fierceness of competition in the job market. Last but not least, relevant state policies and the boom of higher education provide students with more opportunities to go after higher degrees.Personally, I would not pursue graduate study right upon graduation from college. The main reason is that I have not made up my mind on the field to major in. But I really deem it necessary for me to secure a master degree. So I would set my goal while I am working.Part ⅡReading Comprehension(Skimming and Scanning)1. C2. B3. A4. D5. B6. C7. A8. higher-order passion9. your favorite activities10. team upPart III Listing Comprehension11-18 CBDD DACB19-22 BCAD23-25 DBC26-29 DCCB 30-32 DAB 33-35 DBD36.activity37. average38. temperature39. muscles40. breathing41. regular42. predominating43.conciousness.44. Your brain waves will show the large slow waves that are known as the delta rhythm.45. Your eyes will begin to dart around under your closed eyelids as if you were looking atsomething occurring In front of you.46. Provided that you do not wake up during the first sleep period, your body will soon relaxagain, your breathing will grow slow and regular once more.Part IV Reading Comprehension47. public ignorance48. determine one’s personality49. They claimed the radionic machine would broadcast the cure.50. curing the sicknesses51. People will look back on past medical practices with suspicion.Passage One52-56 ADBCCPassage Two57-61 DACBAPart V Cloze62-66 CBACB67-71 ADADB72-76 CADCD77-81 BCDABPart VI Translation82. wants to raise the rent by a third83. or the wedding will have finished by the time we get to the church84. the continued existence of the human race would be in jeopardy85. of you to donate so much money to the people in the disaster-stricken area86.than she fell ill听力原文11. M: The view is spectacular. Could you take a picture of me with the mountains in thebackground?W: I'm afraid I just ran out of film.Q: What does the woman mean?12. W:It has always been hard to get this car into first gear, and now the clutch seems to beslipping.M:If you leave the car with me, I will fix it for you this afternoon.Q:Who is the woman probably speaking to?13. M: Can I borrow your calculus textbook? I left mine in the classroom. And it was gone when Iwent back.W: That happened to me once. I'd almost given up on finding it until I checked it at the lost-and-found at the information desk downstairs in the lobby.Q: What does the woman imply about the man should do?14. M: I'm really having trouble with this literature course. If I can't start doing better soon, I'mgoing to have to drop it.W: Why don't you get some help from the graduate assistant? That's what he's there for.Q: What does the woman suggest the man do?15. W: I've been working on this report all day. And I've still got 12 pages to write. At this rate, I'llnever get it done by tomorrow.M: Oh, that's right. You weren't in class today, so you probably haven't heard that the deadline’s been extended a week.Q: What does the man imply?16. W: I don't think I want to live in the dormitory next year. I need more privacy.M: I know what you mean. But check out the cost of renting an apartment first, I wouldn't be surprised if you changed your mind.Q: What does the man think the woman will do?17. W: These mosquitoes bite are killing me. I c an’t help scratching.M: Next time you go camping, take some precaution, such as wearing long sleevesQ: Why does the man suggest the woman wear long sleeves?18. W: My brother is coming this weekend and I thought three of us could go out to dinnerSaturday night. Any suggestions?M: It's up to you. I don't know the restaurants around here that well. So you know a better place to go than me.Q: What does the man mean?Longer conversation oneW: This food is terrible. I can't even finish my dinner.M: I know. You think with all the money we pay for room and board, the university could hire a better food service. Where are you headed next?W: I'm going over to the student recreation center to play some bridge.M: You are spending your time on a card game?W: Not just any card game. It's one of the most strategic there is.M: So I've heard. Don't you play with a partner?W: Yeah. Four people play, two against the other two.M: So you try to play in cooperation with your partner.W: Actually, the cards of one of the four players are turned face up. That player is called the dummy.M: I wouldn't want to be called that. When you are the dummy what do you do while the cards are being played?W: Anything you want. Sit there and study, shuffle another deck, get snacks for everyone. I like to stand behind my partner and watch.M: You know, I've heard that bridge is habit forming. You should be careful not to play so much that you don't get your studying done.W: Don't worry about me. I only play Thursdays after dinner, and sometimes when they need a fourth player. If you like, I could teach you.M: Thanks. But I have a pretty heavy workload this term. I already spend my evenings learning things I don't really know.Q19.Where does the conversation take place?Q20.How does the woman plan to spend her evening?Q21.What will the woman probably do if she is the dummy?Q22.Why doesn't the man accept the woman's offer?Longer conversation twoM: So, Claire, you’re into drama!W: Yes, I have a master’s degree in drama and theatre. At the moment, I’m hoping to get onto a PhD program.M: What excites you about drama?W: Well, I find it’s a communicative way to study people and you learn how to read people in drama. So usually I can understand what people are saying even though they might be lying.M: That would be useful.W: Yeah, it’s very useful for me as well. I’m in English lecture, so use a lot of drama in my classes such as role plays. And I ask my students to create mini-dramas. They really respond well. At the moment, I’m hoping to get onto a Ph.D course. I’d like to concentrate on Asian drama and try to bring Asian theatre to the world’s attention. I don’t know how successful I would be, but, here’s hoping.M: Oh, I’m sure you’ll be successful. Now, Claire, what do you do fo r stage fright?W: Ah, stage fright! Well, many actors have that problem. I get stage fright every time I’m going to teach a new class. The night before, I usually can’t sleep.M: What? For teaching?W: Yes. I get really bad stage fright. But the minute I step into the classroom or get onto the stage, it just all falls into place. Then I just feel like: Yeah, this is what I mean to do. And I’m fine.M: Wow, that’s cool!Q23. Why does the woman find study in drama and theatre useful?Q24. How did the woman’s students respond to her way of teaching English?Q25. What does the woman say about her stage fright?Passage 1OK, in the last class we talked about the classification of trees and we ended up with a basic description of angiosperm. You remember that those are plants with true flowers and seeds that develop into fruits. The common broad leaf trees we have on campus fall into this category. But our pines don't. Now I hope you all followed my advice and wore comfortable shoes because as I said today we are going to do a little field study. To get started let me describe a couple of broadleaf trees we have in front of us. I'm sure you've all noticed that this big tree next to BrettHall. It's a black walnut that must be 80 feet tall. As a matter of fact there is a plaque identifying. It is the tallest black walnut in the state. And from here we can see the beautiful archway of trees at the commons. They are American elms. The ones along the commons were planted when the college was founded 120 years ago. They have distinctive dark green leaves that lock lopsided because the two sides of the leaf are unequal. I want you to notice the elm right outside the Jackson Hall. Some of the leaves have withered and turned yellow, maybe due to Dutch elm disease. Only a few branches seem affective so far but if this tree is sick it'll have to be cut down. Well, let's move on and I'll describe what we see as we go.Q26. What are the students going to do during this class period?Q27. In what class is this lecture probably being given?Q28. What is remarkable about the black walnut tree outside Brett Hall?Q29. What is the problem with the elm tree near Jackson Hall?Passage 2What was the most popular mix about the United States in the 19th Century was that of the free and simple life of the farmer. It was said that the farmers worked hard on their own land to produce whatever their families' needed. They might sometimes trade with their neighbors, but in general they could get along just fine by relying on themselves, not on commercial ties with others. This is how Thomas Jefferson idealized the farmers at the beginning of the 19th century. And at that time, this may have been close to the truth especially on the frontier. But by the mid century sweeping changes in agriculture were well under way as farmers began to specialized in the raising of crops such as cotton or corn or wheat. By late in the century revolutionary invents in farm machinery has vastly increased the production of specialized crops and extensive network of railroads had linked farmers throughout the country to market in the east and even overseas. By raising and selling specialized crops, farmers could afford more and finer goods and achieved much higher standard of living but at a price. Now farmers were no longer dependent just on the weather and their own efforts, their lives were increasing controlled by the banks, which had powder to grant or deny loans for new machinery, and by the railroads which set the rates for shipping their crops to the market. As businessmen, farmers now had to worry about national economic depression and the implement of world supply and demand on for example, the of price of wheat in hands. And so by the end of the 19th century, the era of Jefferson's independent farmerhad come to a close.Q30. What is the main topic of the talk?Q31. According to the professor, what was the major change in the agriculture during the 19th century?Q32. According to the professor, what was one result of the increased use of machinery on farms of the United States?Passage 3It is common knowledge that music can have a powerful effect on our emotions. In fact, since 1930s, music therapists have relied on music to soothe patients and help control pain. Now psychologists are confirming that music can also help relieve depression and improve concentration. For instance, in a recent study, 15 surgeons were given some highly stressed math problems to solve. They were divided into three groups: one worked in silence, and in another, the surgeons listened to music of their choice on headphones; the third listened to classic music chosen by the researchers. The results of the study may surprise you. The doctors who got to choose their music experienced less stress and scored better than the others. One possible explanation is that listening to music you like stimulates the Alfa-wave in the brain, increases the heart rate and expands the breathing. That helps to reduce stress and sharpen concentration. Other research suggests a second relation between th e music and the brain: by examining the students’ blood after they listening to a variety of classic music collections, the researchers found that some students showed a large increase in endorphin, a natural pain reliever, this supports what music therapists have known for years: Music can help rejuvenate or soothe the patient.Q33. According to the speaker how is the music therapy currently used in medicine?Q34. What did the study done with surgeons show?Q35. In the study of students exposed to classic music, what effect did the music have?Section C Compound DictationSleep is part of a person's daily 36activity cycle. There are several different stages of sleep and they occur in cycles, If you are an 37average sleeper, your sleep cycle is as follows. When you first drift off into slumber, your eyes will roll about a bit, your 38temperature will drop slightly, your 39muscles will relax, and your 40 breathing will slow and become quite 41regular. Yourbrain waves slow down a bit too with the alpha rhythm of rather fast waves 42predominating for the first few minutes. This is called stage 1 sleep. For the next half hour or so as you relax more and more you will drift down through stage 2 and stage 3 sleep. The lower your stage of sleep the slower your brain waves will be. Then about 40 to 60 minutes after you lose 43consciousness you will have reached the deepest sleep of all. 44Your brain waves will show the large slow waves that are known as the delta rhythm. This is stage 4 sleep.This period of rapid eye movement lasts for some ~ to 15 minutes and is called REM sleep. It is during REM sleep that most dreams seem to occur. 46Provided that you do not wake up during the first sleep period, your body will soon relax again, your breathing will grow slow and regular once more .You will slip gently back from stage I to 4 .【本书下载于派派论坛,如需更多好书,请访问】。
2009年6月四级真题+答案+听力原文+MP3
2009年6月英语四级考试真题与答案真题:Part I Writing (30 minutes)Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minute to write a short essay on the topic of students selecting their lectures. You should write at least 120words following the outline given bellow:1. 越来越多的博物馆免费对外开放的目的是什么?2. 也会带来一些问题3. 你的看法?Free admission to museumsPart II Reading Comprehension (Skimming and Scanning) (15 minutes) Directions: In this part, you will have 15 minutes to go over the passage quickly and answer the questions on Answer Sheet 1.For questions 1-7, choose thebest answer from the four choices marked A),B),C) and D). For questions8-10, complete the sentences with the information given in the passage.How Do You See Diversity?As a manager, Tiffany is responsible for interviewing applicants for some of the positions with her company .During one interview, she noticed that the candidate never made direct eye contact. She was puzzled and somewhat disappointed because she liked the individual otherwise.He had a perfect resume and gave good responses to her questions, but the fact that he never looked her in the eye said “untrustworthy,” so she decided to offer the job to her second choice.“It wasn‟t until I attended a diversity workshop that I realized the person we passed over was the perfect person,” Tiffany confesses. What she hadn‟t known at the time of the interview was that the candidate‟s “different”behavior was simply a cultural misunderstanding . He was an Asian-American raised in a household where respect for those in authority was shown by averting(避开) your eyes.“I was just thrown off by the lack of ye contact; not realizing it was cultural,”Tiffany says. “I missed out ,but will not miss that opportunity again.”Many of us have had similar encounters with behaviors we perceive as different. As the world becomes smaller and our workplaces more diverse, it is becoming essential to expand our under-standing of others and to reexamine some of our false assumptions .Hire AdvantageAt a time when hiring qualified people is becoming more difficult ,employers who can eliminate invalid biases(偏爱) from the process have a distinct advantage .My company, Mindsets LLC ,helps organizations and individuals see their own blind spots . A real estate recruiter we worked with illustrates the positive difference such training can make .“During my Mindsets coaching session ,I was taught how to recruit a diversified workforce. I recruited people from different cultures and skill sets .The agents were able to utilize their full potential and experiences to build up the company .When the real estate market began to change, it was because we had a diverse agent pool that we were able to stay in the real estate market much longer than others in the same profession.”Blinded by GenderDale is an account executive who attended one of my workshops on supervising a diverse workforce . “Through one of the sessions ,I discovered my personal bias ,”he recalls . “I learned I had not been looking at a person as a whole person , and being open to differences .”In his case , the blindness was not about culture but rather gender .“I had a management position open in my department ;and the two finalists were a man and a woman . Had I not attended this workshop , I would have automatically assumed the man was the best candidate because the position required quite a bit of extensive travel . My reasoning would have been that even though both candidates were great and could have been successful in the position , I assumed the woman would have wanted to be home with her children and not travel .”Dale‟s assumptions are another example of the well-intentioned but incorrect thinking that limits an organization‟s ability to tap into the full potential of a diverse workforce .“I learned from the class that instead of imposing my gender biases into the situation , I needed to present the full range of duties, responsibilities and expectations to all candidates and allow them to make an informed decision .”Dale credits the workshop , “because it helped me make decisions based on fairness .”Year of the Know-It-AllDoug is another supervisor who attended one of my workshops .He recalls a major lesson learned from his own employee.“One of my most embarrassing moments was when I had a Chinese-American employee put in a request to take time off to celebrate Chinese New Year . In my ignorance , I assumed he had his dates wrong , as the first of January had just passed .When I advised him of this , I gave him a long talking-to about turning in requests early with the proper dates .“He patiently waited , then when I was done , he said he would like Chinese New Year did not begin January first , and that Chinese New Year ,which is tied to the lunar cycle ,is one of the most celebrated holidays on the Chinese calendar . Needless to say , I felt very embarrassed in assuming he had his dates mixed up . But I learned a great deal about assumptions , and that the timing of holidays varies considerably from culture to culture .“Attending the diversity workshop helped me realize how much I could learn by simply asking questions and creating dialogues with my employees , rather than making assumptions and trying to be a know-it-all ,”Doug admits . “The biggest thing I took away from the workshop is learning how to be more …inclusive‟to differences.”A better Bottom LineAn open mind about diversity not only improves organizations internally , it is profitable as well . These comments from a customer service representative show how an inclusive attitude can improve sales .”Most of my customers speak English as a second language . One of the best things my company has done is to contract with a language service that offers translations over the phone . It wasn‟t until my boss received Mindsets‟training that she was able to understand how important inclusiveness was to customer service . As result , our customer base has increased .”Once we start to see people as individuals . and discard the stereotypes , we can move positively toward inclusiveness for everyone . Diversity is about coming together and taking advantage of our differences and similarities . It is about building better communities and organizations that enhance us as individuals and reinforce our shared humanity .When we begin to question our assumptions and challenge what we think we have learned from our past , from the media, peers , family , friends , etc , we begin to realize that some of our conclusions are flawed(有缺陷的) or contrary to our fundamental values . We need to train our-selves to think differently , shift our mindsets and realize that diversity opens doors for all of us ,creating opportunities in organizations and communities that benefit everyone .1.What bothered Tiffany during an interview with her candidate?A)He just wouldn‟t look her in the eye.B)He was slow in answering her questions.C)His answers to some of her questions were irrelevant.D)His answers to some of her questions were irrelevant .2. Tiffany‟s misjudgment about the candidate stemmed from .A) Racial stereotypes. C) Racial stereotypes.B) Invalid personal bias . D) Emphasis on physical appearance3. What is becoming essential in the course of economic globalization accordingto the author?A) Hiring qualified technical and management personnel.B) Increasing understanding of people of other cultures.C) Constantly updating knowledge and equipment.D) Expanding domestic and international markets.4. What kind of organization is Mindsets LLC?A) A real estate agency. C) A cultural exchange organization.B) A personnel training company. D) A hi-tech company5. After one of the workshops ,account executive Dale realized that .A) He had hired the wrong person.B) He could have done more for his company.C) He had not managed his workforce well.D) He must get rid of his gender bias.6. What did Dale think of Mindsets LLC‟s workshop?A) It was well-intentioned but poorly conducted.B) It tapped into the executives‟ full potential.C) It helped him make fair decisions.D) It met participants‟ diverse needs.7. How did Doug, a supervisor, respond to a Chinese-American employee‟srequest for leave?A)He told him to get the dates right. C)He flatly turned it downB)He demanded an explanation. D)He readily approved it.8. Doug felt when he realized that his assumption was wrong.9. After attending Mindsets‟workshops, the participants came to know theimportance of to their business.10. When we view people as individuals and get rid of stereotypes , we canachieve diversity and benefit from the between us.Part III Listening Comprehension (35 Minutes) Section ADirections: In this section, you will hear 8 short conversations and 2 long conversations. At the end of each conversation, one or more questionswill be asked about what was said .Both the conversation and thequestions will be spoken only once .After each question there will be apause . During the pause, you must read the four choices marked A),B),C)and D), and decide which is the best answer. Then mark thecorresponding letter on Answer sheet 2with a single line through thecentre.11. A) She expected more people at her party.B) She enjoys entertaining small children.C) She threw a surprise party for her friendD) She has always enjoyed great popularity.12. A) They are not used to living in a cold place.B) They feel lucky to live in Florida.C) They are going to have a holiday.D) They have not booked their air tickets yet.13. A) He was pleased to get the medal. C) He used to be a firefighter.B) He was very courageous. D) He was accused of causing a fire.14. A) Make a profitable investment. C) Get parts for the machine from Japan.B) Buy a new washing machine D) Have the old washing machine fixed.15. A) He is pleased with his exciting new job.B) He finds the huge workload unbearable.C) He finds his office much too big for him.D) He is not so excited about his new position.16. A) The woman is going to hold a big party tomorrow.B) The man has no idea what the right thing to do is.C) The woman doesn‟t know how to get to the party.D) The man offers to drive the woman to the party.17. A) Drawing up a business plan. C) Finalizing a contract.B) Discussing a term paper. D) Reviewing a co-authored article.18. A) She ordered some paper. C) She chatted online with a friendB) She had the printer repaired. D) She filled in an application form Questions 19 to 22 are based on the conversation you have just heard.19. A) His health is getting worse. C) His past life upsets him a good deal.B) He can no longer work at sea. D) He has not got the expected pension.20. A) She passed away years ago. C) She has been working at a clinic.B) She used to work as a model. D) She has been seriously ill for years.21. A) She has made lots of money as a doctor.B) She is going to take care of her old dad.C) She has never got on with her father.D) She is kind and generous by nature.22. A) He dines out with his wife every weekend.B) He is excellent but looks had-tempered.C) He does not care about his appearance.D) He is not quite popular with his patients.Questions 23 to 25 are based on the conversation you have just heard.23. A) The man has sent the order to the woman by mistakeB) Some of the telephone systems don‟t work properlyC) Some of the packs do not contain any manuals.D) The quality of the goods is not up to the standard.24. A) Send a service engineer to do the repairs.B) Consult her boss about the best solution.C) Pass the man‟s order to the right person.D) The quality of the goods is not up to the standard.25. A) Ideal. C) PartialB) Temporary D) CreativeSection BDirections:In this section, you will hear 3 short passages .At the end of each passage .You will hear some questions. Boss the passage and thequestions will be spoken only once. After you hear a question, you mustchoose the best answer from the four choices marked A),B),C) and D).Then the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 2 with a single linethrough the centre.Passage OneQuestions 26 to 28 are based on the passage you have just heard.26. A) It is entertaining. C) It takes lots of time.B) It is a costly hobby. D) It requires training.27. A) They can harm nearby plants. C) They fight each other for food.B) They may catch some disease. D) They may pollute the environment.28. A) Place the food on warmer spots. C) Avoid using any contaminated food.B) Use prepared feed mixtures only. D) Continue the feeding till it gets warm. Passage TwoQuestions 29 to 32 are based on the passage you have just heard.29. A) He will betray even his best friends.B) He is able to make up good excuses.C) He will lie whenever he wants.D) He tries to achieve his goal at any cost30. A) She made him apologize C) She broke up with him.B) She readily forgave him D) She refused to answer his calls.31. A) Buy her a new set of tires. C) Lend her his batteries.B) Help clean her apartment. D) Move furniture for her.Passage ThreeQuestions 32 to 35 are based on the passage you have just heard.32. A) The atmosphere they live in is rather unreal.B) Their parents put too much pressure on them.C) It‟s hard for them to get along with other kids.D) They have to live in the shadow of their parents.33. A) He always boasts about his rich father.B) He will grow up to be good for nothing.C) He has too much to know the value of things.D) He is too young to manage his inherited property.34. A) She wants Amanda to get professional care.B) She has no experience in raising children.C) She wants to show off her wealth.D) She has no time to do it herself.35. A) The lifestyle depicted in Hollywood movies.B) The worship of money, beauty and pleasure.C) The attention the media focuses on them.D) The pursuing of perfection in performance.Section CDirections : In this section , you will hear a passage three times .When the passage is read for the first time, you should listen carefully for its general idea .When the passage is read for the second time, you are required to fill inthe blanks numbered from 36 to 43 with the exact words you have justheard. For blanks numbered from 44 to 46 you are required to fill in themissing information. For these blanks, you can either use the exact wordsyou have just heard or write down the main points in your own words.Finally, when the passage is read for the third time, you should checkwhat you have written .Around 120 years ago, Ebbinghaus began his study of memory. He(36) .on studying how quickly the human mind can remember (37) . One result of his research is known as the total time hypothesis(假设), which simply means the amount you learn (38) on the time you spend trying to learn it . This can be taken as our first rule of learning.Although it is usually true that studying for four hours is better than studying for one, there is still the question of how we should use the four hours. For example, is it better to study for four hours (39) or to study for one hour a day for four days in a (40) ?. The answer, as you may have (41) , is that it is better to spread out the study times. This (42) , through which we can learn more (43) .by dividing our practice time, is known as the distribution of practice effect. Thus, (44).But we‟re not finished yet. We haven‟t considered how we should study over very short periods of time. (45).Should you look at the same word in rapid succession, or look at the word and then have some delay before you look at it again ?(46).Part IV Reading Comprehension (reading in depth) (25 minutes) Section ADirections: In this section, there is a passage with ten blanks. You are required to select one word for each blank from a list of choices given in a wordbank following the passage. Read the passage through carefully beforemaking your choices. Each choice in bank is identified by a letter.Please mark the corresponding letter for each item on Answer Sheet 2with a single line through the centre. You may not use any of the wordsin the bank more than once.Questions 47 to 56 are based on the following passage.Every year in the first week of my English class, some students inform me that writhing is too hard. They never write, unless assignments 47 it . They fine the writing process 48 and difficult.How awful to be able to speak in a language but not to write in it- 49 English , with its rich vocabulary . Being able to speak but not write is like living in an 50 mansion(豪宅) and never leaving one small room . When I meet students who think they can‟t write, I know as a teacher my 51 is to show them the rest of the rooms . My task is to build fluency while providing the opportunity inherent in any writing activity to 52 the moral and emotional development of my students . One great way to do this is by having students write in a journal in class every day.Writing ability is like strength training. Writing needs to be done 53 , just like exercise ; just as muscles grow stronger with exercise , writing skills improve quickly with writing practice. I often see a rise in student confidence and 54 after only a few weeks of journal writing .Expressing oneself in writing is one of the most important skills I teach to strengthen the whole student. When my students practice journal writing, they are practicing for their future academic, political, and 55 lives . They build skills so that some day they might write a great novel, a piece of sorely needed legislation, or the perfect love letter. Every day that they write in their journals puts them a step 56 to fluency , eloquence (雄辩), and command of language .Section BDirections: There are 2 passages in this section. Each passage is followed by some questions or unfinished statements. For each of them there are fourchoices marked A), B), C) and D). You should decide on the best choiceand mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 2 with a single linethrough the centre.Passage OneQuestions 57 to 61 are based on the following passage.The January fashion show, called FutureFashion , exemplified how far green design has come. Organized by the New York-based nonprofit Earth Pledge, the show inspired many top designers to work with sustainable fabrics for the first time. Several have since made pledges to include organic fabrics in their lines.The designers who undertake green fashion still face many challenges. Scott Hahn, cofounder with Gregory of Rogan and Loomstate, which uses all-organic cotton, says high-quality sustainable materials can still be tough to fine . “Most designers with existing labels are finding there aren‟t comparable fabrics that can just replace what you‟re doing and shat your customers are used to,” he says. For example, organic cotton and non-organic cotton are virtually indistinguishable once woven into a dress. But some popular synthetics, like stretch nylon, still have few eco-friendly equivalents.Those who do make the switch are finding they have more support. Last year the influential trade show Designers & Agents stopped charging its participation fee for young green entrepreneurs(企业家) who attend its two springtime shows in Los Angeles and New York and gave special recognition to designers whose collections are at least 25% sustainable . It now counts more than 50 green designers, up from fewer than a dozen two years ago. This week Wal-Mart is set to announce a majorinitiative aimed at helping cotton farmers go organic: it will buy transitional(过渡型的) cotton at higher prices , thus helping to expand the supply of a key sustainable material . “Mainstream is about to occur,” says Hahn.Some analysts(分析师) are less sure . Among consumers, only 18%are even aware that ecofashion exists, up from 6% four years ago. Natalie Hormilla, a fashion writer, is an example of the unconverted consumer, when asked if she owned any sustainable clothes, she replied: “Not that I‟m aware of.” Like most consumers, she finds little time to shop, and when she does, she‟s on the hunt for “cute stuff that isn‟t too expensiv e.” By her own admission, green just isn‟t yet on her mind. But –thanks to the combined efforts of designers, retailers and suppliers –one day it will be.57. What is said about FutureFashion?A) It inspired many leading designers to start going green.B) It showed that designers using organic fabrics would go far.C) It served as an example of how fashion shows should be organized.D) It convinced the public that fashionable clothes should be made durable.58. According to Scott Hahn, one big challenge to designers who will go organic isthat .A) much more time is needed to finish a dress using sustainable materials .B) they have to create new brands for clothes made of organic materials .C) customers have difficulty telling organic from non-organic materials .D) quality organic replacements for synthetics are not readily available .59. We learn from Paragraph 3 that designers who undertake green fashion .A) can attend various trade shows free .B) are readily recognized by the fashion worldC) can buy organic cotton at favorable prices .D) are gaining more and more support .60. What is Natalie Hormilla‟s attitude toward ecofashion?A) She doesn‟t seem to care about it. C) She is doubtful of its practical value.B) She doesn‟t think it is sustainable D) She is very much opposed to theidea61. What does the author think of green fashion?A) Green products will soon go mainstream.B) It has a very promising future.C) Consumers have the final say.D) It will appeal more to young people.Passage TwoQuestions 62 to 66 are based on the following passage.Scientists have devised a way to determine roughly where a person has lived using a strand(缕) of hair , a technique that could help track the movements of criminal suspects or unidentified murder victims .The method relies on measuring how chemical variations in drinking water show up in people‟s hair.“You‟re what you eat and drink, and that‟s recorded in you hair,”said Thure Cerling, a geologist at the University of Utah.While U.S diet is relatively identical, water supplies vary. The differences result from weather patterns. The chemical composition of rainfall changes slightly as raid clouds move.Most hydrogen and oxygen atoms in water are stable , but traces of both elements are also present as heavier isotopes(同位素) . The heaviest raid falls first .As a result, storms that form over the Pacific deliver heavier water to California than to Utah.Similar patterns exist throughout the U.S. By measuring the proportion of heavier hydrogen and oxygen isotopes along a strand of hair, scientists can construct a geographic timeline. Each inch of hair corresponds to about two months.Cerling‟s team collected tap water samples from 600 cities and constructed a mop of the regional differences. They checked the accuracy of the map by testing 200 hair samples collected from 65 barber shops.They were able to accurately place the hair samples in broad regions roughly corresponding to the movement of raid systems.“It‟s not good for pinpointing (精确定位),”Cerling said . “It‟s good for eliminating many possibilities.”Todd Park, a local detective, said the method has helped him learn more about an unidentified woman whose skeleton was found near Great Salt Lake.The woman was 5 feet tall. Police recovered 26 bones, a T-shirt and several strands of hair.When Park heard about the research, he gave the hair samples to the researchers. Chemical testing showed that over the two years before her death, she moved about every two months.She stayed in the Northwest, although the test could not be more specific than somewhere between eastern Oregon and western Wyoming.“It‟s still a substantial area,” Park said “But it narrows it way down for me.”62. What is the scientists‟ new discovery?A) One‟s hair growth has to do with the amount of water they drink.B) A person‟s hair may reveal where they have lived.C) Hair analysis accurately identifies criminal suspects.D) The chemical composition of hair varies from person to person.63. What does the author mean by “You‟re what you eat and drink” (Line 1, Para.3)?A) Food and drink affect one‟s personality development.B) Food and drink preferences vary with individuals.C) Food and drink leave traces in one‟s body tissues.D) Food and drink are indispensable to one‟s existence.64. What is said about the rainfall in America‟s West?A) There is much more rainfall in California than in Utah.B) The water it delivers becomes lighter when it moves inland.C) Its chemical composition is less stable than in other areas.D) It gathers more light isotopes as it moves eastward.65. What did Cerling‟s team produce in their research?A) A map showing the regional differences of tap water.B) A collection of hair samples from various barber shops.C) A method to measure the amount of water in human hair.D) A chart illustrating the movement of the rain system.66. What is the practical value of Cerling‟s research?A) It helps analyze the quality of water in different regions.B) It helps the police determine where a crime is committed.C) It helps the police narrow down possibilities in detective work.D) It helps identify the drinking habits of the person under investigation.Part V Cloze (15 minutes)Kimiyuki Suda should be a perfect67. A) profit C) income customer for Japan‟s car-makers. He‟s a young,Part VI Translation (5 minutes)Directions: Complete the sentences by translating into English the Chinese given inbrackets. Please write your translation on Answer Sheet 2.87. Soon after he transferred to the new school , Ali found that he had (很Alarmed by this state of 79 , the JapanAutomobile Manufacturers Association (JAMA) 80 a comprehensive study of the market in 2006. It found that a 81 wealth gap, demographic (人口结构的) changes and 82 lack of interest in cars led Japanese to hold their 83 longer , replace their cars with smaller ones 84 give up car ownership altogether .JAMA 85 a further sales decline of 1.2 percent thisyear. Some experts believe that if the trend continues for much longer , further consolidation (合并) in the automotive sector is 86 . 79. A) mess C) growth B) boom D) decay 80. A) proceeded C) launched B)relieved D) revised 81. A) quickening C) strengthening B) widening D) lengthening 82. A) average C) abundant B) massive D) general 83. A) labels C) vehicles B) cycles D) devices 84. A) or C) but B) until D) then 85. A) concludes C) reckons B) predicts D) prescribes 86. A) distant C) temporaryB) likely D) immediate难跟上班里的同学)in math and English.88. If she had returned an hour earlier , Mary (就不会被大雨淋湿了).89. It is said that those who are stressed or working overtime are (更有可能增加体重).90. (很多人所没有意识到的) is that Simon is a lover of sports.and football in particular.91.The study shows that the poor functioning of the human body is (与缺乏锻炼密切相关)参考答案Part I WritingFree Admission to Museums(满分版)Nowadays, an increasing number of museums are admission-free to visitors home and abroad. The hidden reason behind t his is not hard to analyze as there‟s a growing awareness for the authorities regarding the urgency of popularization of culture, knowledge and history with every average person in our society. Only with free access to this live …database‟, can most people fully enjoy what museums could offer to them.However, free admission to museums might lead to some social problems as well. The most obvious problem is that it might give museums a very heavy economic burden which directly impedes the sustainable development of these organizations. As a result, our government has to work out other ways to collect funds from different channels, which might be difficult to operate or control. On the other hand, free admission attracts too many visitors, some of which might not be well-purposed and do some conscious or unconscious damage to the valuable treasures which used to be well-preserved in the museums.As a university student, I am in favor of the free-admission conduct. Yet it is proposed that some measures should be taken to solve the potential problems caused by it. For example, museums can make some regulations to guide the behavior of visitors or set some …closed‟ days for museums for regular maintenance. Only in this way can free-admission to museums become a long-lasting phenomenon and have sustainable development.Part II Reading Comprehension (Skimming and Scanning) 阅读答案1. A. He just wouldn‟t look her in the dye。
2009年6月六级听力试题及答案(含原文)
2009年6月Part III Listening Comprehension (35 minutes)Section A注意:此部分试题请在答题卡2上作答。
11. A.Fred forgot to call him last night about the camping trip.B.He is not going to lend his sleeping bag to Fred.C.He has not seen Fred at the gym for sometime.D.Fred may have borrowed a sleeping bag from someone else.12. A.Summer has become hotter in recent years.B.It will cool down a bit over the weekend.C.Swimming in a pool has a relaxing effect.D.He hopes the weather forecast is accurate.13. A.Taking a picture of Prof. Brown.B.Commenting on an oil-painting.C.Hosting a TV program.D.Staging a performance.14. A.She can help the man take care of the plants.B.Most plants grow better in direct sunlight.C.The plants need to be watered frequently.D.The plants should be placed in a shady spot.15. A.Change to a more exciting channel.B.See the movie some other time.C.Go to bed early.D.Stay up till eleven.16. A.Both of them are laymen of modern art.B.She has beamed to appreciate modem sculptures.C.Italian artists’ works are difficult to understand.D.Modern artists are generally considered weird.17. A.They seem satisfied with what they have done.B.They have called all club members to contribute.C.They think the day can be called a memorable one.D.They find it hard to raise money for the hospital.18. A.The man shouldn’t hesitate to take the course.B.The man should talk with the professor first.C.The course isn’t open to undergraduates.D.The course will require a lot of reading.Questions 19 to 21 are based on the conversation you have just heard.19. A.Current trends in economic development.B.Domestic issues of general social concern.C.Stories about Britain’s relations with other nations.D.Conflicts and compromises among political parties.20. A.Based on the poll of public opinions.B.By interviewing people who .C.By analyzing the domestic and international situation.D.Based on public expectations and editors’ judgment.21. A.Underlying rules of editing.B.Practical experience.C.Audience’s feedback.D.Professional qualifications.Questions 22 to 25 are based on the conversation you have just heard.22. A.The average life span was less than 50 years.B.It was very common for them to have 12 children.C.They retired from work much earlier than today.D.They were quite optimistic about their future.23. A.Get ready for ecological changes.B.Adapt to the new environment.C.Learn to use new technology.D.Explore ways to stay young.24. A.When all women go out to work.B.When family planning is enforced..C.When a world government is set up.D.When all people become wealthier.25. A.Eliminate poverty and injustice.B.Migrate to other planets.C.Control the environment.D.Find inexhaustible resources.Section B注意:此部分试题请在答题卡2上作答。
2009年6月大学英语六级真题听力mp3和文本下载
2009年6月大学英语六级真题听力mp3和文本下载Short Conversations11. W: There were more than a hundred people at Kate's birthday party. How come she's got so many friends?M: It's really no surprise. You know she was popular even when she was a childQ: What does the man imply about Kate?12. M: They say there'll be a snow-storm tonight, and the cold weather will last quite a few days.W: Oh! We're so lucky, we'll be getting away for a while, and having a holiday in Florida. But let's call right now to confirm our flight.Q: What do we learn about the two speakers?13. W: Tony was awarded a medal for rescuing several families from the forest fire.M: I really admire his courage.Q: What do we learn about Tony from the conversation?14. M: My washing machine is more than fifteen years old and it has worked just fine until last night.W: You’ll never be able to get parts for it, even from Japan. So it might be time to invest a more recent model.Q: What does the woman suggest the man do?15. W: I heard about your promotion, you must be thrilled.M: Not really, the new office is huge, but the word load has doubled.Q: What do we learn about the man from the conversation?16. W: I can’t decide what to do about the party tomorrow.M: You don’t have to go if you don’t want to, but I’ll be glad to give you a ride if you do.Q: What do we learn from the conversation?17. M: Now if you have any questions about the contract. I’ll be happy to answer them.W: Nothing comes to mind right now, but I’d like to go over all the articles of the contract once more before signing it.Q: What are the speakers doing right now?18. M: We are out of paper for the printer. Can you please order some?W: I completed the order form online yesterday and it will be here by noon. I’ll let you know when it comes in.Q: What did the woman do?Long ConversationConversation OneW: Bob, do you know who I saw the other day? Old Jake, looking terribly depressed. Did he get pensioned off at last?M: Yes. They made him retire after 50 years at sea. He is pretty upset about it, but what can you do? He really is pasted.W: He is all alone, isn’t he?M: Yes, his wife has been dead for years. They had one daughter, Dories. But she went off to town as soon as she left school. And he hasn’t heard from her since. I hear she is making good money as a model.W: Maybe someone could get in touch with her. Get her to come back for a while to help?M: I don’t suppose she come. She never got on with her father. He is bit of a tough character and she is rather selfish. Oh, I expect old Jake will get by. He is healthy at least, comes into a clinic for a check regularly.W: Are you his doctor?M: No, my partner doctor Johnson is.W: That bad-tempered old thing?M: Oh, he isn’t bad-tempered. He just looks it. He is an excellent doctor, taught me a lot, and he has a very nice family. His wife invites me over there to supper every week. Very pleasant.W: yes. I teach their daughter Pen at school. She is a bit careless and lazy about her school work, but a bright little thing and very popular with her age group.Questions 19 to 22 are based on the conversation you’ve just heard.19. Why does old Jake look terribly depressed?20. What do we learn about Jake’s wife?21. What does the man say about Jake’s daughter?22. What does the man say about Jake’s doctor?Conversation TwoW: Hello, Mr. Summerfield. How are you today?M: Very well. Thank you, Ms. Green.W: What can I do for you?M: Well, unfortunately, there is a problem with the order we received from you yesterday. It seems we haven’t seen t he right quantity of manuals to support the telephone system.W: Oh, dear, that’s bad news. I’m very sorry to hear that, and you don’t know how many packs are without manuals?M: No, because we haven’t opened every pack. B ut in several of those that have been opened there are none, no manuals.W: I’m very sorry about this inconvenience, Mr. Summerfield. We’ll send out the manuals this afternoon by express mail entirely at our cost, and the manuals should arrive tomorrow or the day after at the latest.M: All of them, right?W: Yes. It maybe that some have them already, but we cannot be sure. So the best thing is to send out the manual for every pack.M: Yes. Yes, I see. That would be great.W: Please accept our apologies for this mix-up. I assure you we will do everything possible to find out why the mistake happenedM: Right. Thanks for your swift action.W: Not at all. Thank you and goodbye for now. Do call if there is anything else.M: All right. Thank you. Goodbye, Ms Green.W: Goodbye.Questions 23 to 25 are based on the conversation you’ve just heard.23. What problems are the speakers discussing?24. What does the woman promise to do?25. What does the man think of the solution?PassagePassage 1Attracting and feeding wild birds are entertaining activities that have long been enjoyed by people all over the world. Feeding birds has become so popular that prepared feed mixtures are readily available. We feed birds for many reasons. Many pleasant hours can come from watching birds. A hobby often develops into a serious study of their habits. Accurate identification of birds is usually the first goal. But observations that an amateur bird-watcher can make are really limitless. There is, however, responsibility associated with bird feeding, including a disease hazard. Attracting numbers of birds continually to the same spot can be harmful to them, particularly species that pick food from the ground contaminated by the droppings of other birds. In winter feeding efforts are most satisfying to people and are of greatest benefit to birds. During this time when fewer natural foods are available and air temperatures are lower, extra feeding can keep a bird warm and well. Once begun, feeding should never stop during these lean months. If you start a local increase of birds, be prepared to do what may be required to eliminate hazards to those you want to befriend. A constant supply of food should be given until the cold is over and spring has come. If feeding is stopped during severe weather, birds used to relying upon the feeders must starve.Questions 26 to 28 are based on the passage you’ve just heard.Q26 What does the speaker say about bird watching?Q27 What does the speaker say about birds fed continually on the same spot?Q28 What does the speaker suggest we do in feeding birds in winter?Passage 2My friend Leo makes up weak and poor excuses whenever there is something he doesn’t want to do. J ust two weeks ago, he was at my house when he decided he didn’t want to go into work. He called his boss and said he had to get a new set of tires put on his truck. Then he sat down and watched TV with me. Not only had he lied but his excuse wasn’t a very convincing one. Another time, he cancelled a date with his girlfriend at the last minute telling her he had to get a new battery for his truck. She was angry and refused to go out with him again until he apologized. Last weekend, Leo offered the poorest ex cuse yet. He’d promised he’d help me move some furniture, from my parents’ house to my new apartment. He was supposed to bring his truck over about 8 o’clock Saturday morning. I waited, and then called and left a message on his machine. About 11:30, he cal led and said he was sorry but he’d been getting a new set of tires put on his truck. I guess he’d forgotten he used the same excuse when he called his boss from my house. I think I need a new set of friends. I’m beginning to get tired of Leo’s excuses.Questions 29 to 31 are based on the passage you’ve just heard.Q29 What does the speaker tell us about her friend Leo?Q30 What did his girlfriend do when Leo canceled a date with her at the last minute?Q31 What favor did the speaker ask Leo to do last weekend?Passage 3In Hollywood, everybody wants to be rich, famous and beautiful. Nobody wants to be old, unknown and poor. For Hollywood kids, life can be difficult because they grow up such an unreal atmosphere. Their parents are ambitious and the children are part of the parents’ ambitions. Parents pay for wasteful grand parties, expensive cars and designer clothes. When every dream can come true, kids don’t learn the value of anything because they have everything. A thirteen-year-old boy, Trent Maguire, has a driver, credit cards and unlimited cash to do what he wants when he wants to. “One day, I’ll earn more than my dad!” he boasts. Parents buy care and at tention for their children because they have no time to give it themselves. Amender’s mother employs a personal trainer, a bodyguard, a singing coach and a councilor to look after all her fifteen-year-old daughter’s needs. Often, there is no parent at home most days, so children decide whether to make their own meals or go out to restaurants, when to watch television or do homework. They organize their social life. They play no childhood games. They become adults before they’re ready. Hollywood has always b een the city of dreams. The kids there live unreal lives where money, beauty and pleasure are the only gods. Will children around the world soon start to think the same? Or do they already?Questions 32 to 35 are based on the passage you’v e just heard.Q32 Why is life said to be difficult for Hollywood kids?Q33 What does the speaker say about Trent Maguire, a thirteen-year-old boy?Q34 Why does Amender’s mother employ other people to look after her needs?Q35 What will probably have negative effects on the lives of Hollywood kids? Compound DictationAround 120 years ago, Ebbinghaus began his study of memory. He concentrated on studying how quickly the human mind can remember information. One result of his research is known as the total time hypothesis, which simply mean the amount you learn depends on the time you spend trying to learn it. This can be taken as our first rule of learning. Although it is usually true that studying for 4 hours is better than studying for 1, there is still the question of how to use the 4 hours. For example, is it better to study for 4 hours straight or to study for 1 hour a day for 4 days in a row? The answer, as you may have suspected, is that it is better to spread out the study times. This phenomenon through which we can learn more efficiently by dividing our practice time is known as the distribution of practice effect. Thus, our second rule of learning is this. It’s bette r to study fairly briefly but often. But we are not finished yet. We haven’t considered how we should study over very short periods of time. Let’s say you are trying to learn some new and rather difficult English vocabulary using a stack of cards. Should you look at the same word in rapid succession or look at the word and then have some delay before you look at it again? The answer is it is better to space up the presentations of the word you are to learn.From: /englishlistening/CET6/zhenti/2009-06-21/79956_4.html。
09年6月20日六级听力
09年6月20日六级听力大耳朵英语 2009-06-20 18:45:06 【打印】试题Section A11. A.Fred forgot to call him last night about the camping trip.B.He is not going to lend his sleeping bag to Fred.C.He has not seen Fred at the gym for sometime.D.Fred may have borrowed a sleeping bag from someone else.D12. A.Summer has become hotter in recent years.B.It will cool down a bit over the weekend.BC.Swimming in a pool has a relaxing effect.D.He hopes the weather forecast is accurate.13. A.Taking a picture of Prof. Brown.B.Commenting on an oil-painting.C.Hosting a TV program.CD.Staging a performance.14. A.She can help the man take care of the plants.B.Most plants grow better in direct sunlight.C.The plants need to be watered frequently.D.The plants should be placed in a shady spot.D15. A.Change to a more exciting channel.B.See the movie some other time.C.Go to bed early.CD.Stay up till eleven.16. A.Both of them are laymen of modern art.B.She has beamed to appreciate modem sculptures.BC.It alian artists’ works are difficult to understand.D.Modern artists are generally considered weird.17. A.They seem satisfied with what they have done.B.They have called all club members to contribute.BC.They think the day can be called a memorable one.D.They find it hard to raise money for the hospital.18. A.The man shouldn’t hesitate to take the course.AB.The man should talk with the professor first.C.The course isn’t open to undergraduates.D.The course will require a lot of reading.Questions 19 to 21 are based on the conversation you have just heard.19. A.Current trends in economic development.B.Domestic issues of general social concern.BC.Stories about Britain’s relations with other nations.D.Conflicts and compromises among political parties.20. A.Based on the poll of public opinions.B.By interviewing people who file complaints.C.By analyzing the domestic and international situation.D.Based on public expectations and editors’ judgment.D21. A.Underlying rules of editing.B.Practical experience.BC.Audience’s feedback.D.Professional qualifications.Questions 22 to 25 are based on the conversation you have just heard.22. A.The average life span was less than 50 years.B.It was very common for them to have 12 children.C.They retired from work much earlier than today.D.They were quite optimistic about their future.D23. A.Get ready for ecological changes.B.Adapt to the new environment.C.Learn to use new technology.CD.Explore ways to stay young.24. A.When all women go out to work.B.When family planning is enforced..C.When a world government is set up.CD.When all people become wealthier.25. A.Eliminate poverty and injustice.B.Migrate to other planets.C.Control the environment.CD.Find inexhaustible resources.Section BPassage OneQuestions 26 to 28 are based on the passage you have just heard.26. A.To help young people improve their driving skills.B.To alert teenagers to the dangers of reckless driving.C.To teach young people road manners through videotapes.D.To show teens the penalties imposed on careless drivers.27. A.Road accidents.B.Street violence.C.Drug abuse.D.Lung cancer.28. A.It has changed teens’ way of life.B.It has made teens feel like adults.C.It has accomplished its objective.D.It has been supported by parents.Passage TwoQuestions 29 to 31 are based on the passage you have just heard.29. A.Customers may get addicted to the smells.B.Customers may be misled by the smells.C.It hides the defects of certain goods.D.It gives rise to unfair competition.30. A.Flexible.B.Critical.C.Supportive.D.Cautious.31. A.The flower scent stimulated people’s desire to buy.B.Stronger smells had greater effects on consumers.C.Most shoppers hated the small the shoe store.D.84% of the customers were unaware of the smells.Passage ThreeQuestions 32 to 35 are based on the passage you have just heard.32. A.A goods train hit a bus carrying many passengers.B.Two passenger trains crashed into each other.C.A passenger train collided with a goods train.D.An express train was derailed when hit by a bomb.33. A.The rescue operations have not been very effective.B.More than 300 injured passengers were hospitalized.C.The cause of the tragic accident remains unknown.D.The exact casualty figures are not yet available.34. A.There was a bomb scare.B.There was a terrorist attack.C.A fire alarm was set off by mistake.D.50 pounds of explosives were found.35. A.Follow policemen’s directions.B.Keep an eye weather.C.Avoid snow-covered roads.D.Drive with special care.Section CEnglish is the leading international language. In different countries around the globe, English is acquired as the mother (36) ________, in others it’s used as a second language. Some nations use English as their (37) ________ language, performing the function of (38) ________; in others it’s used as an international language for business, (39) ________ and industry.What factors and forces have led to the (40) ________ of English? Why is English now considered to be so prestigious that, across the globe, individuals and societies feel (41) ________ if they do not have (42) ________ in this language? How has English changed through 1,500 Years? These are some of the questions that you (43) ________ when you study English.You also examine the immense variability of English and (44) ________. You develop in-depth knowledge of the intricate structure of the language. Why do some non-native speakers of English claim that it’s a difficult language to learn, while (45) ________? At the University of Sussex, you are introduced to the nature and grammar of English in all aspects. This involves the study of sound structures, the formation of words, the sequencing words and the construction of meaning, as well as examination of the theories explaining the aspects of English usage. (46) ________, which are raised by studying how speakers and writers employ English for a wide variety of purposes.36. tongue37. official38. administration39. commerce40. spread41. disadvantageed42. competence43. investigate44. You also examine the immense variability of English and come to understand how it's used as a symbol of individual identity and social connection。
2009年6月英语四级考试模拟试卷及参考答案(恩波1)4
Part Ⅲ Listening Comprehension(35 minutes) Section A Directions: In this section, you will hear 8 short conversations and 2 long conversations. At the end of each conversation, one or more questions will be asked about what was said. Both the conversation and the questions will be spoken only once. After each question there will be a pause. During the pause, you must read the four choices marked A), B), C) and D), and decide which is the best answer. Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 2 with a single line through the centre. 11. A) She wants to submit her paper early. B) The answers on the paper are all correct. C) The deadline has passed for the paper. D) The paper is not quite finished. 12. A) She does not like the class. B)It is not a required class. C)She has already taken the class. D)The man will have to take the class. 13. A)Have a party. B)Attend the International Students’ Association. C)Go to work. D)Get some rest. 14. A) Leave immediately. B) Watch the game on TV. C) Start to play. D) Eat a sandwich. 15. A) He went to see the foreign student advisor. B) He went to Washington. C) He wrote to the Passport Office. D) He reported it to the Passport Office. 16. A) A concert. B) An art museum. C) A flower shop. D) A restaurant. 17. A) He is at lunch. B) He is at the office. C) He is in class. D) He is at home. 18. A) Take the ten o’clock bus. B) Come back in five minutes. C) Go to New York another day. D) Call the airport. Questions 19 to 22 are based on the conversation you have just heard. 19. A) It can resist earthquakes. B) It is easy to move away. C) It can keep away cold. D) It can keep sunshine out. 20. A) Because they are the warmest. B) Because they can withstand hard ware. C) Because they don’t get stuck in the snow. D) Because the temperature is only 14℃ below zero. 21. A) They are thrown away after being used. B)They will be built in future. C) They can be used for about 5 years. D) They can be built in a few years. 22. A) By attending her professor’s lectures. B) By surfing on the C) By consulting documents in paper departments. D) By preparing for her presentation. Questions 23 to 25 are based on the conversation you have just heard. 23. A) She has lost some of her important stuff. B) There is something wrong with her eyes. C) She doesn’t know how to use steel to build construction. D) She doesn’t know where to get the information she need. 24. A) It takes time to collect the useful information. B) One can only read books in the library. C) All books are difficult to understand. D) One has to line up to borrow books. 25. A)To find the information in the library. B)To borrow the books from her teacher. C) To give her shoes to Steve. D) To consult her tutor what to do.。
2009年6月英语四级考试模拟试卷及参考答案(恩波46
K) eroded L) temperature M) amazement N) changes O) clever Section B Directions: There are 2 passages in this section. Each passage is followed by some questions or unfinished statements. For each of them there are four choices marked A), B), C) and D). You should decide on the best choice and mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 2 with a single line through the centre. Passage One Questions 57 to 61 are based on the following passage. It is 4 o’clock in the early morning.Everything but the computing room on the campus of the university appears as quiet and misty as the mysterious hell. In the computing room, 30 students crumpled with blurred eyes, sit still at their desk, thumping the dirty and worn keys. Staring at the colorful screen, they tap continuously for hours. For the other parts in the world, it might be in the midst of the night, nevertheless here time represents nothing. It is an utterly enclosed field. These young computer "hackers" are tracing a sort of stimulus; a drive so exciting and absorbing it downplays nearly anything else in their lives and founds as the focus their being. They are compelled computer programmers. Some of these students have been glued to the console for no less than twenty hours even with no break for meals or rest. Some have been sleeping on sofas and lounge chairs in the computing room, trying to struggle for a few moments’rest but hate to get too far away from their addicted machines. It is no necessary for most of these students to be at the computing room in the middle of the night. What they are working belong to no assignments. They remain there because they desire to be-they can not resist the attraction of the computers. Furthermore they are in groups instead of alone. There are hackers at computing rooms all over the country. In the unimaginable way, they focus on nothing but computer. They escape from schooling and live beyond friendship; they might have difficulty being employed, choosing to travel from one computing room to another. They may even abandon personal health. "There is one hacker in my memory. We actually had to lift him away from his chair to feed him and arrange him to rest and sleep. We truly worried about his health," says a computing science professor at California University. Professors of computer science are nowadays shedding more light on this hacker phenomenon and are on the watch for latent hackers and more and more severe computer addictives. They are sober that hackers are not simply resulted from the close relationship with a machine. It is the result of social relationship with the attractive thinking machines, which are becoming nearly universal. 57. We can learn from the passage that those at the computing room in the middle of the night are . A) students working on a program B) students using computers to amuse themselves C) hard-working computer science majors D) students deeply fascinated by the computer 58. Which of the following is NOT true of those young computer "hackers"? A) Most of them are top students majoring in computer programming. B) For them, computer programming is the sole purpose for their life. C) They can stay with the computer at the centre for nearly two days on end. D) Their "love" for the computer is so deep that they want to be near their machines even when they sleep. 59. It can be reasonably inferred from the passage that . A) the"hacker"phenomenon exists only at university computing rooms B) university computing rooms are open to almost everyone C) university computing rooms are expecting outstanding programmers out of the"hackers" D) the"hacker"phenomenon is partly attributable to the deficiency of the computing rooms 60.The author’s attitude towards the "hacker" phenomenon can be described as . A) affirmative B) contemptuous C) anxious D) disgusted 61. Which of the following may be the most appropriate title for the passage? A) The Charm of Computer Science B) A New Type of Electronic Toys C) Compulsive Computer Programmers D) Computer Addicts Passage Two Questions 62 to 66 are based on the following passage. Very few commenters have a better point of that forbidding exchanging media called E-mail than John Moon, the CEO of E-mail management company Talk Labs. Moon examines a network that deals with 5.0 million letters everyday. The servers run and fixed by Talk Labs manage mail delivery and routing for many companies, including Security Company of England and Malshef Business. As a matter of fact, all of Talk Labs’customers are madeup of companies whose daily E-mail outflow and inflow have substantially increased with the expansion of the Web. "E-mail usage has significantly risen recently," he says. Indeed, Talk Labs estimates that it has risen from 20 a day each employee as lately as three years ago to 30 or 40 at present. The implications for Corporate America are equally huge. As E-mail researcher and consultant Jack Blour believes, companies can be in the expectation of the volume of E-mail rising through their servers to grow 70% to 90% in 2002. And as individual messages soar it is most likely that they contain memory-companies could finally pay 100% to 150% more simply this year on systems in the store and management of those messages. That’s the reason why tech consultancy Tadigul Group predicts demand for software manageing E-mail, such as Microsoft Outlook and Lotus Notes, to grow from $2.6 billion in sales today to $4.4 billion by 2005. Controlling pure junk will cost too much money. About 20% of the E-mail Talk Labs manages is uninvited, according to Moon-who further states that about 1.25% of all the E-mail his company cancels includes useless files. It is estimated that handling spam(垃圾邮件) costs $8.6 billion throughout the world, according to a 2001 Japanese study. And some companies has been worried that the jam of pornographic spam may urge employees to sue on grounds of disturbance due to brought discomfort. 62.The first sentence of this passage "Very few commenters have a better point of that forbidding exchanging media called E-mail than John Moon..."most probably means . A) John Moon clearly know the E-mail is wasting resources B) no one knows the fact that E-mail is gossip exchanging way but John Moon C) John Moon does not know anything about the E-mail D) the John Moon always concentrated on the ocean of the junk E-mail 63. Which of the following is NOT true about Talk Labs? A) It is an E-mail management company. B) All of Talk Labs’customers are corporations. C) John Moon is the chief technology officer of Talk Labs. D) The company puts the great emphasis on dealing with the junk E-mail. 64. The word "that" in the last sentence of the third paragraph most possibly means . A) it is expected that Microsoft Outlook and Lotus Notes grow from $2.6 billion in sales today to $4.4 billion by 2005 B) the junk E-mail has been overloaded in the Internet C) the increase of individual messages needs more staff D) the company has paid 100% to 150% for individual message storage 65.The following statements about the E-mail have been mentioned EXCEPT . A) Moon examines a network that processes 5.0 million letters each day B) according to Jack Blour, companies can expect the volume of E-mail passing through their servers to grow not more than 50% in 2002 C) too much money has been spent in controlling the junk E-mail D) some employees might take legal action in accordance with annoyance arising from exposure to some unpleasant resources. 66. What is the best title for the passage? A) The E-mail Monster B) Talk Labs Business Introduction C) To Avoid E-mail Surge D) E-mail Destroys Everything。
2009年6月六级真题听力原文及试题详解
2009年6月六级真题听力原文及试题详解听力原文Section AShort conversation11. W: I forgot to tell you that Fred called last night to borrow your sleeping bag.M: Oh, I saw him at the gym this morning, but he didn’t say anything. So he must have asked somebody else.Q: What does the man imply?12. W: These summer days are getting to be more than I can take. It was even too hot to go to the pool yesterday.M: Hang in there. According to the weather report we should have some relief by the end of the week.Q: What does the man mean?13. W: Well, tonight we have Professor Brown in our studio to talk about the famous oil painting of Queen Victoria. Good evening, professor.M: Good evening, madam, my pleasure to be here tonight.Q: What is the woman doing?14. M: The plants next t o the window always look brown. You wouldn’t know by looking at them that I water them every week.W: Maybe they don’t like direct sunlight. I had the same problem with some of my plants. And a little shade helps them immensely.Q: What does the woman imply?15. M: I’m really exhausted, Mary. But I don’t want to miss the Hollywood movie that comes on at 11.W: If I were you, I’d skip it. We both have to get up early tomorrow. And anyway I’ve heard it’s not as exciting as advertised.Q: What does the woman suggest the man do?16. M: Those modern sculptures over there are really weird. Don’t you think so?W:Well, I couldn’t stand them either at first. But now I’ve come to like modern art, particularly those sculptures carved by Italian artists.Q: What does the woman mean?17. M: I’m really glad our club decided to raise money for the children’s hospital. And most of the people we phoned seemed happy to contribute.W: Yeah! I agree. Now that we’ve gone through all the numbers on our list, I guess we can call it a day.Q: What do we learn about the speakers?18. M: Have you heard of Professor Smith? I’m thinking of taking an advanced engineering course with him. What do you think?W: Yeah! You really should. He’s published dozens of books so far, once been rec ommended as a textbook for postgraduates.Q: What does the woman imply?Long conversation oneW: You’re the editor of Public Eye. What kind of topics does your program cover?M: Well, there are essentially domestic stories. We don’t cover international stories. We don’t cover party politics or economics. We do issues of general social concern to our British audience. They can be anything from the future of the health service to the way the environment is going downhill.W: How do you choose the topic? Do y ou choose one because it’s what the public wants to know about or because it’s what you feel the public ought to know about?M: I think it’s a mixture of both. Sometimes you have a strong feeling that something is important and you want to see it examined and you want to contribute to a public debate. Sometimes people come to you with things they are worried about and they can be quite small things. They can be a story about corruption in local government, something they cannot quite understand, why it does n’t seem to be working out properly, like they are not having their litter collected properly or the dustbins emptied.W: How do you know that you’ve got a really successful program? One that is just right for the time?M: I think you get a sense about it after working in it in a number of years. You know which stories are going to get the attention. They are going to be published just the point when the public are concerned about that.Q19-2119. What kind of topics does Public Eye cover?20. How does Public Eye choose its topics?21. What factor plays an important role in running a successful program?Long conversation TwoW: Hi, Professor Smith. I hear you’ve written a book titled Visions.M: Yes. It explains how science will revolutionize the 21st century.W: Could I ask you some questions concerning the book?M: Sure.W: Are you optimistic about the future?M: Generally, yeah. If we go back to the year of 1900, most Americans didn’t live beyond the age of 50. Since then, we’ve had improvements in health care and technology. There is no reason why these won’t continue far into the 21st century.W: Are we ready for the changes that will come?M: Changes are already happening. The future is here now. We have DNA, microchips, the internet. Some p eople’s reaction is to say, we are too old; we don’t understand new technology. My reaction is to say, we must educate people to use new technology now.W: Is world population going to be a big problem?M: Yes, and no. I think that world population will stop increasing as we all get richer. If you are a part of the middle class, you don’t want or need 12 children.W: Will there be a world government?M: Very probably. We will have to manage the world and its resources on a global level because countries alone are too small.W: Will we have control of everything?M: I think we’ll learn to control the weather, volcanoes and earthquakes. I ll ness won’t exist. We’ll grow new livers, kidneys, hearts, and lungs like spare parts for a car. People will live to about 130 or 150. For 2000 years, we have tried to understand our environment. Now we’ll begin to controlit.Q22-25 are based on the conversation you just heard.22. What does Professor Smith say about most Americans around the year of 1900?23. What does Professor Smith advice we do?24. When will the world population stop growing according to Professor Smith?25. What does Professor Smith think human beings will be able to do?Passage 1Getting behind the wheel of a car can be an exciting new s tep in a teen’s life. But along with that excitement comes a new responsibility---understanding the need for common sense and maturity to avoid accidents. In an effort to spread awareness to teens across the nation, the Allstate Foundation sponsored a Keep-The-Drive Summit at Sunset Station on January 23rd. Students from Kennedy and Alamo Heights High schools participated in the summit which was held here for the first time. The goal of the year-long effort is to educate teens on the rules of safe driving and the severe consequences that can result if those rules are not followed, and then have them communicate that information to their peers. The students watched videos that told them about the numbers of teenage driving injuries and deaths. They listen to the videos as students from other cities share their stories of how their reckless driving affected not only their lives but also those of their passengers. “We are trying to create awareness in high schools across the countries,” said Westerman, an Allsta te representative, “we focus on changing how teens think behind the wheel.” According to the presentation, more teens die in automobile crashes in the United States each year than from drugs, violence, smoking and suicide. An average of 16 teens die every day in motor vehicle crashes and nearly forty percent of those are caused by speeding. Texas is the state with the most teen driving deaths according to the presentation. Students agreed that the statistics were amazing and made them think twice about how they drive.Questions 26 to 28 are based on the question you have just heard.Q26. For what purpose did the Allstate Foundation sponsor the Keep-The-Drive Summit?Q27. What causes the greatest number of deaths among American teens according to the presentation?Q28. What can we conclude about the Keep-The-Drive Summit?Passage 2Dr. Allen Hersh designs smells for businesses. He says that it doesn’t take a whole lot of smell to affect you. Store owners can lure you to the candy aisle, even if you don’t r ealize your are smelling candy. This idea scares a lot of people. Groups that protect the rights of shoppers are upset. They say the stores are using a kind of brainwashing which they call “smell-washing”. “It’s pretty dishonest,” says Mark Silbergeld. He runs an organization that checks out products for consumers. The scientists hired to design the scents disagree. “There’s soft background music. There’s special lighting. There’re all sorts of bells being used,” says Dr. Hersh, “why not smells?” “One reason why not,” says Silbergeld, “is that some people are allergic to certain scents pumped into products or stores.” But there is a whole other side to this debate, “do the smells really work?” So far, there is little proof one way or the other. But Dr. Hersh has run some interesting experiments. In one of Hersh’s experiments, 31 volunteers were led into a shoe store that smells slightly like flowers. Later, another group shopped in the same store, but with no flower odor. Dr.Hersh found that 84% of the shoppers were more likely to buy the shoes in the flower-scented room, but Hersh found out something even stranger. “Whether the volunteers like the flower scent or not didn’t matter,” Hersh says, “Some reported that they hated the smell, but they still were mo re likely to buy the shoes in the scented room.”Questions 29 to 31 are based on the passage you’ve just heard.Q29. Why are some people against the use of smells to attract customers?Q30. What is Dr. Hersh’s attitude to the use of smells for business?Q31. What did Hersh’s experiment show?Passage 3This is Ray McCarthy with the news. Reports are coming in of a major train crash in Japan. A passenger train carrying hundreds of workers home from the center of Tokyo is reported to have hit an oncoming goods train. Both were traveling at high speed. Figures are not yet available but it is believed that the death toll could be as high as 300, with hundreds more injured. Emergency and rescue services rushed to the scene. But our reporter says it will take days to clear the track and to establish the numbers of the dead and injured. There was a similar accident on the same stretch of track four years ago.There was another bomb scare in a large London store last night during late night shopping. Following a telephone call to the police from an anonymous caller, hundreds of shoppers were shepherded out of the store while roads in the area were sealed off. Police dogs spent hours searching the store for a bag which the caller claimed contained 50 pounds of explosives. Nothing was found and the store was given the all-clear by opening time this morning. A police spokesman said that this was the third bomb scare within a week and that we should all be on our guard.And finally, the motoring organizations have issued a warning to drivers following the recent falls of snow in many parts of the country. Although the falls may be slight, they say extra care is needed.Questions 32 to 35 are based on the passage you have just heard.Q32: What accident happened recently in Japan?Q33: What do the reports say about the recent accident in Japan?Q34: Why did people have to leave the London store last night?Q35: What did motoring organizations advise drivers to do?Section C Compound DictationEnglish is the leading international language. In different countries around the globe English is acquired as the mother tongue; in others it is used as a second language. Some nations use English as their official language, performing the function of administration; in others it is used as an international language for business, commerce and industry.What factors and forces have led to the spread of English? Why is English now considered to be so prestigious that, across the globe, individuals and societies feel disadvantaged if they do not have competence in this language? How has English changed through 1,500 years? These are some of the questions that you investigate when you study English.You also examine the immense variability of English and come to understand how it is used as a symbol of both individual identity and social connection. You develop in-depth knowledge of the intricate structure of the language. Why do some non-native speakers of English claim that it is adifficult language to learn, while infants born into English-speaking communities acquire their language before they learn to use forks and knives? At the university of Sussex, you are introduced to the nature and grammar of English in all its aspects. This involves the study of sound structures, the formation of words, the sequencing of words and the construction of meaning, as well as examination of the theories explaining these aspects of English usage. You are encouraged to develop your own individual responses to various practical and theoretical issues, which are raised by studying how speakers and writers employ English for a wide variety of purposes.真题详解Part ⅠWriting[写作点拔]①审题及布局。
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Part I Writing: (30 minutes)注意:此部分试题在答题卡1上。
PartⅡReading Comprehension (Skimming and Scanning) (15 minutes)Directions: In this part, you will have 15 minutes to go over the passage quickly and answer the questions on Answer Sheet 1. For questions 1-7, choose the best answer from the choices marked A), B), C) and D). For questions 8 to10, complete the sentences with the information given in the passage.Human NetworkingI knew, no computer or technology ever got any of us a raise, landed us that dream job, found us that mentor (良师) who cared deeply about us and our careers or put that special joy in our lives that can only come from relationships with others.All these great things are made possible by a completely different type to networking: human networking. And not the kind that has given “networking” a bad name --- that superficial, insincere, manipulative stuff that we all can smell a mile away. No, I’m talking about the true art of networking, based on respectful and caring relationships that promote mutual success.RelationshipsLet me start with one of the most fundamental aspects of human relationships. For each and every thing you want to achieve in life---whether it’s landing a job, earning a raise or promotion or finding that lifelong romance---there will be at least one person on the other end deciding whether or give you or help you get what you want. Everything we do can only be accomplished through and with other people. Simply put, of any kind, requires relationships. Just think of the words of Margaret Wheatley: Relationships are all there is. Everything in the universe only exists because it is in relationship to everything else. Nothing exists in isolation. We have to stop pretending we are individuals that go it alone. If this is the way the universe works, you can see why human relationships and human networks are so important.The most common mistake people make when building relationships for their career success is treating business contacts differently than personal friends. Aren’t they always forgiving whe n you slip up and more helpful when you’re in need? Of course! I guarantee your work will become easier and more joyful if you make more of your business relationships personal.How to do it? The same way you make genuine friends. Build trust through intimacy; show them that besides being professional, you’re also human. Skip the small talk and go deep into what really matters---your dreams or fears, your children or the business issues that keep you up at night. And don’t think for a moment that they’ll th ink less of you. In fact,usually the opposite happens.When I tell people about humble beginnings---I grew up a country boy in rural, southwestern Pennsylvania, the son of an often-unemployed steelworker and a cleaning lady---and how it took me so long to overcome my insecurities of being poor and being picked on by kids from ore well-to-do families, people don’t think less of me. They immediately empathize (感同身受)and feel more endeared to me than ever before. All you have to do is let your guard down and show enough vulnerability to make others comfortable with opening up to you.Also, don’t stop with treating business friends like you treat personal friends. Mix them, too. Invite business contacts to your home and introduce them to your family. Invite a client out to dinner along with an old pal from school and your significant other or a date. Don’t compartmentalize you personal, professional and community lives. Blur the boundaries! You’ll have more fun and do more for all three parts of your life in less time.PlanningThe more specific you are about what you want to do, the easier it becomes to develop a strategy to accomplish it. Part of that strategy, of course, will be establishing relationships with the people in your universe who can help you get wh ere you’re going. So, first, do some deep introspection(自省)to find your Blue Flame, the thing in life that really lights your fire. Write, pray, whatever you need to do clear you head and figure this stuff out. I enjoy great results from Vipassana meditation.Once you’ve found your Blue Flame, it’s time to hav e a RAP, or a Relationship Action Plan. Here’s a simple way to get started. Write down your goals and the names and types of people who can help you achieve them. Then, note how you can reach those people and how you can contribute to their success, also. The more specific a plan you have and the more you put your goals out to others, the more everyone will aspire to help you achieve your dreams. On the other hand, if you don’t know what you want or you don’t tell anyone, no one can help you. They can’t rea d your mind.I can’t tell you how many times a friend has called me and said, “Keith, I just became unemployed. I need to start networking; will you teach me how? My answer: “No. No.No. You need to start job-hunting! You should have been building relationships for the past 5 or 10 years, so now that you need a job, you could make 20 calls and have 5 job offers waiting for you in a week.”PresentationWhen I give talks to college and graduate students, they always ask me, “what are the secrets to success? Wh at are the unspoken rules for making it big? Preferably, they’d like my response wrapped up in tight package and tied with a neat little bow. Why not? I wanted the same thing at their age.“So you want the inside scoop,” I respond. “Fair enough. I’ll sum u p the key to success in one word: Generosity. “The kids are shocked because they think I’m going to give them “networking” advice. And when they think of “networking,” they think of a guy holding amartini with one hand and scattering business cards with t he other. He’s hell-bent on doing anything it takes to “get to the top,” including climbing on the backs of others.The era of that Networking Jerk is over. I learned that the hard way. Once, a mentor of mine said to me, “ Stop driving yourself---and everyone else---crazy thinking bout how to make yourself successful. Start thinking about how you’re going to make everyone around you successful.”Please, learn from my mistakes and the mistakes of many others. Don’t be a networking jerk. Remember that the NO.1 key to success is generosity. Give your talents, give your contacts and give your hard work to make others successful without ever keeping score. While I would say that your relationships are the most critical piece of your personal brand, before, you ca n develop those relationships you’ve got to know something and have something to say. Just having a brain and an MBA won’t get you anywhere. If you want to become more valuable in the marketplace or more intriguing to the world at large, you must develop some deep expertise in your mind and root some higher-order passion in your heart.Think of the world’s real movers and shakers; they are such because they are about something. Richard Branson—executing the remarkable. The late PrincessDiana---helping the unfortunate. They are and were interesting. You can be, too. Strength in NumbersThis rule is obviously one no one can follow 100 percent. It’s just a great way to remember to share your passions---to invite others into the activities you are already enjoy doing. I really love sharing delicious food, good wine and great company. I also bring friends to workouts or to church. You might have similar passions, or you might enjoy doing community service, gardening or watching movies.If you’ll just remember to share your passions, building and deepening relationships will take no extra time than you already devote to your favorite activities, and people will see you in your best light.Just as people lose weight more effectively if they have a workout partner, your ongoing efforts to build relationships will be more successful if you team up. You and your buddy can provide each other support, guidance and motivation. And you’ll always be prepared to try one of my favorite tactics—trading networks. Throw a dinner party together, and you’ll each be responsible for only half the guest list, half the cost and half the effort. But you’ll expand your circle of friends to twice the size, and I guarantee it will be twice the fun!1.What is the true art of networking built on ?A) the latest computer technologyB) respectful and caring relationshipsC) rich professional knowledgeD) many friends from well-to-do families.2. According to the passage , what is the idea held by Margaret Wheatley?A) Everything exists in isolationB) Everything we do can only be achieved by our individuals.C) Everything we do can be achieved by our individualsD) Everything can be accomplished without others’ help if you work hard enough3. How should we treat business relationships more personal?A) We should make our business relationships more personalB) We should pretend to be their friendsC) We should never treat them as trustworthy friendsD) We should treat them differently from our personal friends4. If you don not mind telling your business friends about your humble experiences,__________A) they’ll look down upon youB) they’ll not do business with youC) they’ll think less of you for a momentD) they’ll feel more endeared to you than ever before5. When you plan to build up your network, the first thing is to find out ____in your life.A) what the easiest thing isB) what the most important thing isC) who you care mostD) how to begin it6. What is the key to success according to the author?A) KindnessB) DiligenceC) GenerosityD) Consideration7. According to a mentor of the author, we should _______when the era of that Networking Jerk is over?A) start thinking about how we’re going to make everyone around us successfulB) start thinking about how to make our family members successfulC) drive ourselves crazy thinking about how to make ourselves successfulD) drive everyone else crazy thinking about how to make himself successful注意:此部分试题在答题卡1上作答;8-10题在答题卡1上。