2020年全国公共英语四级试题及答案(卷二)
2020年普通高等学校招生全国统一考试英语试题(全国卷2,正式版解析)
2020年普通高等学校招生全国统一考试英语试题（全国卷2）第二部分阅读理解（共两节，满分40分）第一节(共15题：每小题2分，满分30分)阅读下列短文，从每题所给的四个选项(A、B、C和D)中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
AWhat’s On?Electric Underground7.30pm－1.00am Free at the Cyclops TheatreDo you know who’s playing in your area? We’re bringing you a n evening of live rock and pop music from the best local bands. Are you interested in becoming a musician and getting a recording contract(合同)? If so, come early to the talk at 7.30pm by Jules Skye, a successful record producer. He’s going to talk about how you can find the right person to produce you music.Gee Whizz8.30pm-10.30pm Comedy at KaleidoscopeCome and see Gee Whizz perform. He’s the funniest stand-up comedian on the comedy scene. This joyful show will please everyone, from the youngest to the oldest. Gee Whizz really knows how to make you laugh! Our bar is open from 7.00pm for drinks and snacks(快餐).Simon’s Workshop5.00pm-7.30pm Wednesdays at Victoria StageThis is a good chance for anyone who wants to learn how to do comedy. The workshop looks at every kind of comedy, and practices many different ways of making people laugh. Simon is a come dian and actor who has 10 years’ experience of teaching comedy. His workshops are exciting and fun. An evening with Simon will give you the confidence to be funny.Charlotte Stone8.00pm-11.00pm Pizza WorldFine food with beautiful jazz music; this is a great evening out. Charlotte Stone will perform songs from her new best-selling CD, with James Pickering on the piano. The menu is Italian, with excellent meat and fresh fish, pizzas and pasta(面食). Book early to get a table. Our bar is open all day, and serves cocktails, coffee, beer, and white wine.1. Who can help you if you want to have your music produced?A. Jules Skye.B. Gee Whizz.C. Charlotte Stone.D. James Pickering.2. At which place can people of different ages enjoy a good laugh?A. The Cyclops TheatreB. KaleidoscopeC. Victoria StageD. Pizza World3. What do we know about Simon’s Workshop?A. It requires membership status.B. It lasts three hours each time.C. It is run by a comedy club.D. It is held every Wednesday.4. When will Charlotte Stone perform her songs?A. 5.00pm-7.30pm.B. 7.30pm－1.00am.C. 8.00pm-11.00pm.D. 8.30pm-10.30pm.【答案】1.A 2. B 3. D 4. C【解析】试题分析：本文属于广告类阅读，介绍了四则广告，难度较小。
2020年6月大学生英语四级真题试卷及答案(第二套)
大学英语四级真题试题二(完整版)Part I Writing (30 minutes) (请于正式开考后半小时内完成该部分，之后将进行听力考试)Directions:For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write an a short easy on the importance of speaking ability and how to develop it.You should write at least 120 words but no more than 180 words.Part II Listening Comprehension (25 minutes) Section ADirections:In this section, you will hear three news reports. At the end of each news report, you will hear two or three questions. Both the news report and questions will be spoken only once. After you hear questions, you must choose the best answer from the four choices marked A), B), C) and D). Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 1 with a single line through the centre.注意：此部分试题请在答题卡1上作答。
Questions 1 to 2 are based on the new report you have just heard.1.A) Annoyed. C) Confused.B)Scared. D) Offended.2. A) It crawled over the woman’s hands.B) It wound up on the steering wheel.C) It was killed by the police on the spot.D) It was covered with large scales.Questions 3 to 4 are based on the new report you have just heard.3. A) A study of the fast-food service.B) Fast food customer satisfaction.C) McDonald’s new business strategies.D) Competition in the fast-food industry.4. A) Customers' higher demands.B)The inefficiency of employees.C) Increased variety of products.D) The rising number of customers.Questions 5 to 7 are based on the new report you have just heard.5. A) International treaties regarding space travel programs.B)Legal issues involved in commercial space exploration.C)U. S. government’s approval of private space missions.D)Competition among public and private space companies.6. A) Deliver scientific equipment to the moon.B)Approve a new mission to travel into outer space.C)Work with federal agencies on space programs.D)Launch a manned spacecraft to Mars.7.A) It is significant.B)It is promising.C)It is unpredictable.D)It is unprofitable.Section BDirections: In this section, you will hear two long conversations. At the end of each conversation, you will hear four questions. Both the conversation 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 1 with a single line through the centre.Questions 8 to 11 are based on the conversation you have just heard。
2020年全国公共英语四级试题及答案(卷二)
2020年全国公共英语四级试题及答案（卷二）1. He told me that the firm could not afford __ such large salaries.A. payingB. to payC. to have paidD. being paid2. She has travelled in __ countries.A. southB. northC. northernD. northwest3. The plane was then able to __ and it cleared the mountains by 400 feet.A. riseB. raiseC. ariseD. rouse4. He had __ to go because he doesn't get on well with others.A. everywhereB. anywhereC. somewhereD. nowhere5. Don't be so __; I'm not telling you what I've promised not to say.A.oddB.shockedC.strangeD.curious6. He __ his previous best performance in the 1000 meters.A. improvesB. improves onC. bettersD. proves7. I __ to interrupt a man when he's busy working.A. envyB. hateC. admireD. improve8. he was astonished __ what he found.A. atB. toC. forD. on9. They made no effort to hide their amusement __ I produced a packet of sweets from my pocket.A. whateverB. whereverC. whoeverD. whenever10. I had hoped to get $1000 for my old car but had to __ a lot less.A. settle downB. settle inC. settle forD. settle on1. B2. C3. A4. D5. D6. B7. B8. A9. D 10. C【知识点】1. afford 后常接动词的不定式，所以应该选B："to pay".3. 此处只能选择一个不及物动词作答案4. 句子的意思为："他没有什么地方去因为与别人相处不好"__ everywhere：每处__ anywhere：无论何处__ somewhere：某处__ 所以，只有nowhere符合题意。
2020年大学英语四级听力试题及答案(卷二)
2020年大学英语四级听力试题及答案（卷二）Section A(1-8)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 1 with a single line through the centre.1. A)They came in five different colors. B) They were good value for money.C)They were a very good design. D) They were sold out very quickly.2. A) Ask her roommate not to speak loudly on the phone.B) Ask her roommate to make her phone calls outside.C) Go and find a quieter place to review her lessons.D) Report her problem to the dorm management.3. A)The washing machine is totally beyond repair.B)He will help Wendy prepare her annual report.C)Wendy should give priority to writing her report.D)The washing machine should be checked annually.4. A)The man fell down when removing the painting.B)The wall will be decorated with a new painting.C)The woman likes the painting on the wall.D)The painting is now being reframed.5. A)It must be missing. B) It was left in the room.C)The man took it to the market. D) She placed it on the dressing table.6. A)Go to a play. B) Meet Janet.C)Book some tickets. D)Have a get-together.7. A)One box of books is found missing. B)Some of the boxes arrived too late.C)Replacements have to be ordered. D)Some of the books are damaged.8. A)The man will pick up Professor Johnson at her office.B)The man did not expect his paper to be graded too soon.C)Professor Johnson has given the man a very high grade.D)Professor Johnson will talk to each student in her office.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 with the exact words you have just heard. Finally, when the passage is read for the third time, you should checkwhat you have written.According to American law, if someone is accused of a crime, he is considered (26) ______until the court proves the person is guilty.To arrest a person, the police have to be reasonably sure that a crime has been (27) ______. The police must give the suspect the reasons why they are arresting him and tell him his rights under the law. Then the police take the suspect to the police station, where the name of the person and the (28) ______ against him are formally listed.The next step is for the suspect to go before a judge. The judge decides whether the suspect should be kept in jail or (29) ______. If the suspect has no previous criminal record and the judge feels that he will return to court (30) ______run away, he can go free. Otherwise, the suspect must put up bail(保释金). At this time, too, the judge will (31) ______ a court lawyer to defend the suspect if he can’t afford one.The suspect returns to court a week or two later. A lawyer from the district attorney’s office presents a case against the suspect. The attorney may present (32) ______ as well as witnesses. The judge then decides whether there is enough reason to (33) ______.The American justice system is very complex, and sometimes operates slowly. However, every step is (34) ______ to protect the rights of the people. These individual rights are the (35) ______of the American government.。
2020年9月大学英语四级考试真题及答案(第2套)
2020年9月大学英语四级考试真题及答案（第2套）听力答案：1.A) Ship traffic in the Atlantic.2.D) They may be affecting the world’s climate.3.C) To call for a permanent security guard.4.A) It had already taken strong action.5.B) The road was blocked.6.D) A track hit a barrier and overturned.7.B) It was a hard task to removing the spilled substance.8.A) She wanted to save for a new phone.9.D) They are less aware of the value of their money.10.B) More non-essential things.11.C) It may lead to excessive spending.12.C) He had a problem with the furniture delivered.13.B) Describe the furniture he received.14.A) Correct their mistake.15. с) She apologized to the man once more.16. B) Tidying up one's home.17. A) Things that make one happy.18. C) It received an incredibly large number of donated books.19. A) Give free meals to the homeless.20. D) Follow his example.21. C) Sending him had-made bags.22. A) To solve word search puzzles.23. B) They could no longer concentrate on their task.24. C) A reduction in the amount of sleep.25. C) Realize the disruptive effects of technology.【写作第2套】Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write an essay on the use of PowerPoint(PPT) in class.You should write at least 120 words but no more than 180 words.the Use of PowerPoint(PPT) in ClassWith the development of information technology, it is bringing reforms into modern education. As a typical application, the use of PPT in class is becoming increasingly popular.As we know, every coin has two sides. On one hand, the use of PPT in class expands knowledge and makes teaching easy, wonderful and vivid. In place of complex explanation output by teachers, show of text, sound, image and video in PPT stimulates students’ interests and help them understand intuitively especially in face of abstract concepts. Lesson study becomes more effective and interesting for students.On the other hand, relying too much on PPT weakens teachers’ ability. Many teachers read PPT directly lacking communications with students. Besides, some design of PPT is overwhelming which distracts students’ attention.As far as I am concerned, PPT is just a kind of teaching assistant. Teachers is expected to use it appropriately rather than pursuit its effects excessively.【选词填空第2套】26.I normal27.E definitely28.D considerable29.J possibly30.B argued31.K proposition32.N tend33.C avoid34.F extreme35.G inaction【信息匹配第2套】Why are Asian Americans Missing from out textbook?36. E 段落第一句For decades. Activists have called for schools to offer anti-racism or multicultural curricula.37. B 段落第一句My excitement was short-lived38. J 段落第一句Some teachers are finding ways to expose students to Asian=-American issues39. F 段落第一句Research into what students learn in schools has found just how much.40. H 段落第一句Teachers with multicultural background or41. D 段落第一句Our students-Asian42. K 段落第一句And despite setbacks43. G 段落第一句Worse, when Asian Americans do.44. C 段落第一句I finally had the opportunity to learn about45. I 段落第一句How race and ethnicity is taught is crucial.【仔细阅读第2套】Text 1 ：Paint46. A It uses paint to create anti-pollution images47 C Raise public awareness of environmental pollution48 B He chose tunnels to do his graffiti art49 A It is simply absurd50 D They made it impossible for him to practice his artText 2 ：Housework51. C It may not turn out to be the best thing to do.52. A share family responsibilities.53. B To teach then how to manage money54. A They have a natural instinct to help around the house55. D Accept children’s early birds to help.【翻译第2套】：茶文化茶拥有5000年的历史。
2020年12月大学英语四级真题和答案解析第二套
年12月大学英语四级真题和答案解析第二套一、阅读理解Passage 1Questions 15B)Increase their flexibility in work arrangements.C)They will have to give up some employeebenefits.D)It provides a flexible work schedule foremployees.A)Traditional work arrangements have lostpopularity.D)They allow employees to choose when andwhere to work.Passage 2Questions 610D)They lack the necessary regulation.C)Governments should step up their regulation ofcryptocurrencies.A)They have become the targets of cyber hackers.B)The risk outweighs the benefits.D)Control the supply of cryptocurrencies. Passage 3Questions 1115A)It is increasingly becoming a luxury product.D)It may have a negative effect on people’smental and emotional health.C)It has become a symbol of prestige.B)They can afford the high price of topC)tier smartphones.A)They will become less willing to switch to newmodels.二、听力理解Section AConversation 1D)Rebate.C)Get a refund.B)She doesn’t like its style.Conversation 2A)Wting for the man.B)Take a seat.D)They will have a meeting on Thursday. Section BPassage 1B)Bad weather condition.C)Special gloves.B)Changes in body temperature.A)Their body temperature fluctuates less.Passage 2C)Bad weather condition.B)Keep Fit Gym.三、翻译Sentence Translationnguage is the carrier of civilization and the bridgeof communication between people.29.The professor agreed to have a face30.to31.face interview with the talented student.32.Although the weather was terrible, the teamsuccessfully reached the top of the mountn.33.The manager arranged for me to have a meetingwith his secretary next Monday.Paragraph TranslationVegetable farming in urban areas has become increasingly popular in recent years. Due to limited space and resources, urban farmers have come up with various innovative farming techniques such as vertical farming and rooftop gardening.Vertical farming involves the use of stacked layers of plants, while rooftop gardening utilizes the rooftops of buildings for growing vegetables.utilizing these innovative techniques, urban farmers are able to produce fresh vegetables right in the heart of the city. This not only helps to provide healthy food for urban residents but also reduces the carbon footprint associated with transportation and storage of vegetables. In addition, urban farming also promotes a sense of community and encourages people to reconnect with nature even in the midst of concrete jungles.四、写作Part I: Writing an EssayTopic: The Impact of Social Media on Interpersonal CommunicationSocial media has become an integral part of our lives, changing the way we communicate and interact with others. While social media platforms provide numerous benefits, they also have a significant impact on interpersonal communication.One major impact of social media on interpersonal communication is the ease and convenience of staying connected. Social media allows individuals to communicate with friends and family from anywhere, at any time. Whether through messages, video calls, or status updates, social media enables instant communication and the sharing of information. This has greatly improved the ability to stay in touch with loved ones, especially for those who are physically apart.Additionally, social media has expanded our social circles and facilitated the formation of new relationships. Through online communities and interest groups, individuals can connect with likeminded people from around the world. This has opened up opportunities for meaningful interactions and the exchange of ideas. People can now build friendships and professional connections beyond geographical boundaries.However, social media has also posed challenges to interpersonal communication. One particular challenge is the loss of nonverbal cues. Much of communication is nonverbal, including body language, facial expressions, and tone of voice. These nonverbal cues provide vital context and emotional depth to conversations. In online communication, these cues are often absent or misunderstood, leading to misinterpretation and misunderstandings.Moreover, social media has the potential to create a sense of isolation and superficiality in relationships. With the focus on curated online personas and the pressure to present a filtered version of oneself, genuine connections can be overshadowed. The constant comparison and fear of missing out can also lead to feelings of inadequacy and social anxiety. Facetoface interactions, on the other hand, allow for a deeper level of understanding and connection.In conclusion, social media has revolutionized interpersonal communication, providing new avenues for connection and information exchange. However, it is important to recognizethe challenges it presents, such as the loss of nonverbal cues and the potential for superficial relationships. Striking a balance between online and offline interactions is crucial for mntning meaningful connections in the digital age.Part II: Writing a LetterDear Professor Thompson,I am writing to express my appreciation for your passionate and engaging teaching style throughout the semester. Your enthusiasm for the subject matter has made each class a joy to attend, and I have found myself genuinely interested in the topics we have covered.I wanted to specifically highlight your ability to expln complex concepts in a clear and concise manner. Your use of reallife examples and practical applications has greatly enhanced my understanding of the subject matter. Your dedication to ensuring that every student understands the material is commendable.Furthermore, I would like to thank you for your accessibility outside of class. Your willingness to answer questions and provide additional resources has been invaluable to my learning experience. Your prompt responses to emls and willingness to meet with students during office hours have demonstrated your commitment to our academic success.In conclusion, I feel privileged to have had the opportunity to learn from you this semester. Your passion for teaching and dedication to your students have left a lasting impression onme. Thank you once agn for a wonderful semester, and I look forward to continuing my academic journey under your guidance.Sincerely, [Your Name]。
2020年普通高等学校招生全国统一考试英语(全国卷Ⅱ)(含答案)
绝密★启用前2020年普通高等学校招生全国统一考试（全国卷II）英语注意事项：1．答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、准考证号填写在答题卡上。
2．回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。
如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案标号。
回答非选择题时，将答案写在答题卡上，写在本试卷上无效。
3．考试结束后，将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。
第一部分听力（共两节，满分30分）做题时，先将答案标在试卷上。
录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。
第一节（共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分）听下面5段对话。
每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。
听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。
每段对话仅读一遍。
例：How much is the shirt?A. £19.15.B. £9.18.C. £9.15.答案是C。
1. Where does the conversation probably take place?A. In a library.B. In a bookstore.C. In a classroom.2. How does the woman feel now?A. Relaxed.B. Excited.C. Tired.3. How much will the man pay?A. $520.B. $80.C. $100.4. What does the man tell Jane to do?A. Postpone his appointment.B. Meet Mr. Douglas.C. Return at 3 o’clock.5. Why would David quit his job?A. To go back to school.B. To start his own firm.C. To work for his friend.第二节（共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分）听下面5段对话或独白。
2020年12月英语四级真题及答案(第二套)
2020年12月英语四级真题及答案(第二套)Part I Writing(30minutes)Directions:For this part,you are allowed30minutes to write an essay on the online library.You can start your essay with the sentence“The online library is becoming increasingly popular.”You should write at least120 words but no more than180words.Part II Listening Comprehension(25minutes)特别说明：由于2020年9月四级考试全国共考了1套听力，本套听力试题同第1套试题一致，因此在本套真题中不再重复出现。
PartⅢReading Comprehension(40minutes)Section ADirection s：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 Sheet2with a single line through the centre.You may not use any of the words in the bank more than once.It can be seen from the cheapest budget airlines to the world's largest carriers：Airlines across the globe26 various shades of blue in their cabin seats,and it is no27.There does appear to be some psychology behind it. Blue is28with the positive qualities of trust,efficiency,quietness,coolness,reflection and calm.Nigel Goode is a leading aviation designer who works at a company which has been delivering aircraft interiors for airlines for30years.“Our job as designers is to reinforce the airline’s brand and make it more29,”he says.“But our primary concern is to deliver an interior that30comfort to create a pleasant environment.”“It’s all about making the traveling experience less31and blue is said to induce a feeling of calm.While some of the budget airlines might use brighter,bolder shades,most others go with softened tones.The32aim is to create a home-like relaxing feel,so airlines tend to use soft colors that feel domestic,33and earthy for thatreason.”It's also a trend that emerged decades ago and has34stuck.“Blue became the color of choice because it’s a conservative,agreeable,corporate shade that35being trustworthy and safe.That's why you see it used in all of the older airlines like British Airways,”Nigel Goode added.A)associated I)maximizesB)coincidence J)naturalC)determined K)principalD)drastically L)recognizableE)enormous M)simplyF)imitate N)stressfulG)indication O)symbolizesH)integrateSection BDirections：In this section,you are going to read a passage with ten statements attached to it.Each statement contains information given in one of the paragraphs.Identify the paragraph from which the information is derived. You may choose a paragraph more than once.Each paragraph is marked with a letter.Answer the questions by making the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet2.Why Are Asian Americans Missing From Our Textbooks?[A]I still remember my fourth-grade social studies project.Our class was studying the Gold Rush,something all California fourth-graders learned.I was excited because I had asked to research Chinese immigrants during that era.Growing up in the San Francisco Bay Area,I had always known that“San Francisco”translated to“Gold Mountain”in Chinese.The name had stuck ever since Chinese immigrants arrived on the shores of Northern California in the1850s,eager to try their luck in the gold mines.Now I’d have the chance to learn about them.[B]My excitement was short-lived.I remember heading to the library with my class and asking for help.I remember the librarian’s hesitation.She finally led me past row after row of books,to a corner of the library where she pulled an oversized book off the shelf.She checked the index and turned over to a page about early Chinese immigrants in California.That was all there was in my entire school library in San Francisco,home of thenation’s first Chinatown.That was it.[C]I finally had the opportunity to learn about Asian Americans like myself,and how we became part of the fabric of the United States when I took an introductory class on Asian-American history in college.The class was a revelation.I realized how much had been missing in my textbooks as I grew up.My identity had been shaped by years of never reading,seeing,hearing,or learning about people who had a similar background as me.Why,I wondered,weren’t the stories,histories,and contributions of Asian Americans taught in K-12schools,especially in the elementary schools?Why are they still not taught?[D]Our students—Asian,Latino,African American,Native American,and,yes,white—stand to gain from a multicultural curriculum.Students of color are more engaged and earn better grades when they see themselves in their studies.Research has also found that white students benefit by being challenged and exposed to new perspectives.[E]For decades, a ctivists have called for schools to offer anti-racism or multicultural curricula.Yet a traditional American K-12curriculum continues to be taught from a Eurocentric point of view.Being multicultural often falls back on weaving children of color into photographs,or creating a few supporting characters that happen to be ethnic—an improvement,but superficial nonetheless.Elementary school classrooms celebrate cultural holidays—Lunar New Year!Red envelopes!Lion dancers!—but they’re quick to gloss over(掩饰)the challenges and injustices that Asian Americans have faced.Most students don’t,for example,learn about the laws that for years excluded Asians from immigrating to the U.S.They don't hear the narratives of how and why Southeast Asian refugees(难民)had to rebuild their lives here.[F]Research into what students learn in school has found just how much is missing in their studies.In an analysis, Christine Sleeter,a professor in the College of Professional Studies at California State University,Monterey Bay, reviewed California’s history and social studies framework,the curriculum determined by state educators that influences what is taught in K-12classrooms.Of the nearly100Americans recommended to be studied,77%were white,18%were African American,4%were Native American,and1%were Latino.None were Asian American.[G]Worse,when Asian Americans do make an appearance in lesson books,it is often laced with problems.“Therehasn’t been much progress,”says Nicholas Hartlep,an assistant professor at Metropolitan State University.His 2016study of K-12social studies textbooks and teacher manuals found that Asian Americans were poorly represented at best,and subjected to racist caricatures（拙劣的模仿）at worst.The wide diversity of Asian Americans was overlooked;there was very little mention of South Asians or Pacific Islanders,for example.And chances were,in the images,Asian Americans appeared in stereotypical（模式化的）roles,such as engineers.[H]Teachers with a multicultural background or training could perhaps overcome such curriculum challenges,but they’re few and far between.In California,65%of K-12teachers are white,compared with a student population that is75%students of color.Nationwide,the gap is even greater.It isn’t a requirement that teachers share the same racial or ethnic background as their students,but the imbalance poses challenges,from the potential for unconscious bias to a lack of knowledge or comfort in discussing race and culture.[I]How race and ethnicity is taught is crucial,says Allyson Tintiangco-Cubales,an Asian-American studies professor at San Francisco State University.She added that it’s not so much about the teacher’s background,but about training.“You can have a great curriculum but if you don’t have teachers dedicated（专注于）to teaching it well,”she says,“it won’t work as well as you want it to.[J]Some teachers are finding ways to expose students to Asian-American issues — i f not during school hours,then outside of them.This summer,Wilson Wong will lead a class of rising fifth-graders at a day camp dedicated to Chinese culture and the Chinese-American community in Oakland,California.His students,for instance,will learn about how Chinese immigrants built the railroads in California,and even have a chance to“experience”it themselves:They will race each other to build a railroad model on the playground,with some students being forced to“work”longer and faster and at cheaper wages.Wong,a middle school teacher during the school year, hopes he’s exposing the students to how Chinese Americans contributed to the U.S.,something that he didn’t get as a student growing up in the San Francisco Bay Area.“I planted the seeds early,”he says.“That’s what I’m hoping for.[K]And,despite setbacks,the tide may finally be turning.California legislators passed a bill last year that will bring ethnic studies to all its public high schools.Some school districts,including San Francisco and Los Angeles, already offer ethnic studies at its high schools.High schools in Portland,Chicago,and elsewhere have eitherimplemented or will soon introduce ethnic studies classes.And,as more high schools begin teaching it,the door could crack open for middle schools,and,perhaps inevitably,elementary schools,to incorporate a truly more multicultural curriculum.Doing so will send an important message to the nation’s youngest citizens:Whatever your race or ethnicity,you matter.Your history matters.Your story matters.36.While cultural holidays are celebrated,the injustices experienced by Asian Americans are not exposed in elementary school classrooms.37.Little information can be found about Chinese immigrants in the author’s school library.38.A middle school teacher is making a great effort to help students learn about the contributions made by Chinese immigrants to America.39.No Asian Americans were included in the list of historical figures recommended for study in K-12classrooms.40.There is an obvious lack of teachers with a multicultural perspective to meet the curriculum challenges in America.41.Students of ethnic backgrounds learn better from a multicultural curriculum.42.Now more and more high schools in America are including ethnic studies in their curriculums.43.A study of some K-12textbooks and teacher manuals showed that Asian Americans were inadequately and improperly represented in them.44.When taking a class in college,the author realized that a lot of information about Asian Americans was left out of the textbooks he studied.45.An Asian-American studies professor placed greater emphasis on teacher training than on teachers’background.Section CDirections：There are2passages 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 Sheet2with a single line through the centre.Passage OneQuestions46to50are based on the following passage.When is cleaning was a crime?When you’re doing it to create art,obviously.A number of street artists around the world have started expressing themselves through a practice known as reverse graffiti(涂鸦).They find dirty surfaces and paint them with images or messages using cleaning brushes or pressure hoses(高压水管). Either way,it's the same principle:the image is made by cleaning away the dirt.Each artist has their own individual style but all artists share a common aim:to draw attention to the pollution in our cities.The UK’s Paul Curtis,better known as Moose,operates around Leeds and London and has been commissioned by a number of companies to make reverse graffiti advertisements.Brazilian artist,Alexandre Orion,turned one of Sao Paulo's transport tunnels into an amazing wall painting in 2006by getting rid of the dirt.Made up of a series of white skulls(颅骨),the painting reminds drivers of the effect their pollution is having on the planet.“Every motorists sits in the comfort of their car,but they don't give any consideration to the price their comfort has for the environment and consequently for themselves,”says Orion.The anti-pollution message of the reverse graffiti artists confuses city authorities since the main argument against graffiti is that it spoils the appearance of both types of property:public and private.This was what Leeds City Council said about Moose's work:“Leeds residents want to live in clean and attractive neighbourhoods.We view this kind of advertising as environmental damage and will take strong action against it.”Moose was ordered to“clean up his act.”How was he supposed to do this:by making all property he had cleaned dirty again?As for the Brazilian artist’s work,the authorities were annoyed but could find nothing to charge him with. They had no other option but to clean the tunnel—but only the parts Alexandre had already cleaned.The artist merely continued his campaign on the other side.The city officials then decided to take drastic action.They not only cleaned the whole tunnel but every tunnel in Sao Paulo.46.What do we learn from the passage about reverse graffiti?A)It uses paint to create anti-pollution images.B)It creates a lot of trouble for local residents.C)It causes lots of distraction to drivers.D)It turns dirty walls into artistic works.47.What do reverse graffiti artists try to do?A)Publicise their artistic pursuit.B)Beautify the city environment.C)Raise public awareness of environmental pollution.D)Express their dissatisfaction with local governments.48.What do we learn about Brazilian artist Alexandre Orion?A)He was good at painting white skulls.B)He chose tunnels to do his graffiti art.C)He suggested banning all polluting cars.D)He was fond of doing creative artworks.49.What does the author imply about Leeds City Council’s decision?A)It is simply absurd.B)It is well-informed.C)It is rather unexpected.D)It is quite sensible.50.How did Sao Paulo city officials handle Alexandre Orion’s reverse graffiti?A)They made him clean all the tunnels in Sao Paulo.B)They took drastic action to ban all reverse graffiti.C)They charged him with polluting tunnels in the city.D)They made it impossible for him to practice his art.Passage TwoQuestions51to55are based on the following passage.The practice of paying children an allowance became popular in America about100years ago.Nowadays, American kids on average receive about$800per year in allowance.But the vast majority of American parents who pay allowance tie it to the completion of housework.Although many parents believe that paying an allowance for completing chores benefits their children,a range of experts expressed concern that tying allowance very closely to chores may not be ideal.In fact,the way chores work in many households worldwide points to another way.Suniya Luthar,a psychologist,is against paying kids for chores.Luthar is not opposed to giving allowances, but she thinks it’s important to establish that chores are done not because they will lead to payment,but because they keep the household running.Luthar’s suggested approach to allowance is compatible with that of writer Ron Lieber,who advises that allowances be used as a means of showing children how to save,give,and spend on things they care about.Kids should do chores,he writes,“for the same reason adults do,because the chores need to be done,and not with the expectation of compensation.”This argument has its critics,but considering the way chores are undertaken around the world may change people’s thinking.Professor David Lancy of Utah State University has studied how families around the world handle chores.At about18months of age,Lancy says,most children become eager to help their parents,and in many cultures,they begin helping with housework at that age.They begin with very simple tasks,but their responsibilities gradually increase.And they do these tasks without ncy contrasts this with what happens in America.“We deny our children’s bids to help until they are6or7years old,”Lancy says,“when many have lost the desire to help and then try to motivate them with payment.The solution to this problem is not to try to use money as an incentive to do housework,but to get children involved in housework much earlier, when they actually want to do it.”51.What do some experts think about paying children for doing chores?A)It may benefit children in more ways than one.B)It may help children learn the worth of labor.C)It may not turn out to be the best thing to do.D)It may not be accepted by low-income parents.52.According to Suniya Luthar,doing chores will help children learn to____.A)share family responsibilitiesB)appreciate the value of workC)cultivate the spirit of independenceD)manage domestic affairs themselves53.What does Ron Lieber think should be the goal of giving children allowances?A)To help to strengthen family ties.B)To teach them how to manage money.C)To motivate them to do more housework.D)To show parents’appreciation of their help.54.What does David Lancy say about18-month-olds?A)They have a natural instinct to help around the house.B)They are too young to request money for what they do.C)They should learn to understand family responsibilities.D)They need a little incentive to get involved in housework.55.What does David Lancy advise American parents to do?A)Set a good example for children in doing housework.B)Make children do housework without compensation.C)Teach children how to do housework.D)Accept children’s early bids to help.Part IV Translation(30minutes)Directions:For this part,you are allowed30minutes to translate a passage from Chinese into English.You should write your answer on Answer Sheet2.茅台（Moutai）是中国最有名的白酒，在新中国成立前夕，被选为国宴用酒。
2020年普通高等学校招生全国统一考试英语试题(全国卷2,含答案)(2)
2020年普通高等学校招生全国统一考试英语试题（全国卷2）（考试时间：120分钟试卷满分：150分）注意事项：1. 答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、准考证号填写在答题卡上。
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第一节（共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分）听下面5短对话，每段对话后有一个小题，从题中给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。
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例：How much is the shirt？A.￡19.15.B.￡9.18.C.￡9.15.1.What does John find difficult in learning German？A.Pronunciation.B.Vocabulary.C.Grammar.2.What is the probable relationship between the speakers？A.Colleagues.B.Brother and sister.C.Teacher and student.3.Where does the conversation probably take place？A. In a bank.B. At a ticket office.C. On a train.4. What are the speakers talking about？A.A restaurant.B.A street.C.A dish.5.What does the woman think of her interview？A.It was tough.B.It was interesting.C.It was successful.第二节（共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分）听下面5段对话或独白，每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C 三个选项中选出最佳选项。
2020年12月大学英语四级真题及答案完整版(第2套)
2020年12月大学英语四级考试真题（第2卷）PartⅠWriting（30minutes）Directions:For this part,you are allowed30minutes to write a composition on the topic“Changes in the way of Transportation”.You should write at least120 words but no more than180words.With the social and economic development,our means of transportation have changed a lot over the last few decades,which has brought much convenience to our life.In the1970s and1980s,bicycles were the primary means of public transportation. Families that owned a bicycle were thought to be in relatively good economic conditions.Because of the implementation of the reform and opening policy,the economy and people’s living standards were improved a lot and travelling by private cars became more and more common in1990s and2000s.And thanks to the information technology,we can now enjoy bike-sharing service and online ride-hailing service which help to make our journey more economical and flexible.We have enough reason to believe that our way of transportation could be more and more economically friendly and intelligent.PartⅡListening Comprehension（25minutes）Section ADirections:In this section,you will hear three news reports.At the end of each new report,you will hear two or three questions.Both the news report 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 Sheet1with a single line through the centre.Questions1and2are based on the news report you have just heard.1.A)A deadly fish has been spotted in the Mediterranean waters.B)Invasive species are driving away certain native species.C)The Mediterranean is a natural habitat of Devil Firefish.D)Many people have been attacked by Devil Firefish.2.A)It could add to greenhouse emissions.B)It could disrupt the food chains there.C)It could pose a threat to other marine species.D)It could badly pollute the surrounding waters.1—2题答案：1.A 2.CQuestions3and4are based on the news report you have just heard.3.A)cars will not be allowed to enter the city.B)About half of its city center will be closed to cars.C)Buses will be the only vehicles allowed on its streets.D)Pedestrianswillhavefreeaccesstothecity.4.A)The rising air pollutionin Paris.B)The worsening global warming.C The ever-growing cost of petrol.D)The unbearable traffic noise.3—4题答案：3.B 4.AQuestions5to7are based on the news report you have just heard.5.A)Many of his possessions were stolen.B)His house was burnt down in a fire.C)His fishing boat got wrecked on a rock.D)His good luck charm sank into the sea.6.A)Change his fishing locations.B)Find a job in a travel agency.C)Spend a few nights on a small islandD)Sell the pearl he had kept for years7.A)A New Year museumB)The largest pearl in the world weighsC)His monstrous pearl was extremely valuable.D)His pearl could be displayed in a museum.5—7题答案：5.B 6.D7.CSection BDirections:In this section,you will hear two long conversations.At the end of each conversation,you will hear four questions.Both the conversation 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 Sheet1with a single line through the centre.Questions8to11are based on the conversation you have just heard.8.A)It boasts a fairly long history.B)It produces construction materials.C)It has75offices around the world.D)It has over50business partners.9.A)It has about50employees.B)It was started by his father.C)It has a family business.D)It is over100years old.10.A)Shortage of raw material supply.B)Legal disputes in many countries.C)Outdated product design.D)Loss of competitive edge.11.A)Conducting a financial analysis for it.B)Providing training for its staff members.C)Seeking new ways to increase is exports.D)Introducing innovative marketing strategies.8—11题答案：8.A9.C10.D11.AQuestions12to15are based on the conversation you have just heard.12.A)She is a real expert at house decorations.B)She is well informed about the design business.C)She is attracted by the color of the sitting room.D)She is really impressed by the man’s house.13.A)From his younger brother Greg.B)From home design magazines.C)From a construction businessman.D)From a professional interior designer.14.A)The effort was worthwhile.B)The style was fashionable.C)The cost was affordable.D)The eft was unexpected.15.A)She’d like him to talk with Jonathan about a new project.B)She wants him to share his renovation experience with herC)She wants to discuss the house decoration budget with him.D)She’d like to show him around her newly-renovated house.12—15题答案：12.D13.B14.C15.BSectionCDirections:In this section,you will hear three passages.At the end of each passage,you will hear three or four 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 your choices marked A),B),C)and D).Then mark he corresponding letter on Answer Sheet1with a single line through the centre.Questions16to18are based on the passage you have just heard.16.A)Providing routine care for small children.B)Paying hospital bills for emergency cases.C)Doing research on ear,nose and throat diseases.D)Removing objects from patients’noses and ears.17.A)Many children like to smell things they find or play with.B)Many children like to put foreign objects in their mouths.C)Five-to nine-year-olds are the mos likely to put things in their ears.D)Children aged one to four a often more curious than older children.18.A)They tend to act out of impulse.B)They want to attract attentions.C)They are unaware of the potential risks.D)They are curious about these body parts.16—18题答案：16.D17.C18.DQuestions19to21are based on the passage you have just heard.19.A)It paid for her English lessons.B)It gave her a used bicycle.C)It delivered her daily necessities.D)It provided her with physical therapy.20.A)Expanding bike-riding lessons.B)Asking local people for donations.C)Providing free public transport.D)Offering walking tours to visitors.21.A)It is a language school.B)It is a charity organization.C)It is a counseling center.D)It is a sports club.19—21题答案：19.B20.A21.BQuestions22to25are based on the passage you have just heard.22.A)How mice imitate human behavior a space.B)How low gravity affects the human body.C)How mice interact in a new environment.D)How animals deal with lack of gravity.23.A)They were not use to the low-gravity cnvironment.B)They found it difficult to figure out where they were.C)They found the space in the cage too small to stay in.D)They were not sensitive to the changed environment.24.A)They tried every thing possible to escape from the cage.B)They continued to behave as they did in the beginning.C)They already felt at home in the new environment.D)They had found a lot more activities to engage in.25.A)They repeated their activities every day.B)They behaved as if they were on Earth.C)They begin to eat less after some time.D)They changed their routines in space.22—25题答案：22.D23.A24.C25.BPartⅢReading Comprehension(40minutes)Section ADirection:In this section,there s 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 choices in the bank is identified by a letter.Please mark the corresponding letter for each item on Answer Sheet2with a single line through the centre.You may not use any of the words in the bank more than once.When my son completes a task,I can’t help but praise him.It’s only natural to give praise where praise is due,right?But is there such a thing as too much praise?According to psychologist Katherine Phillip,children don’t benefit from 26praise as much as we’d like to think.“Parents often praise,believing they are building their child’s self-confidence.However,over-praising can have a 27effect,”says Phillip.“When we use the same praise28,it may become empty and no longer valued by the child.It can also become an expectation that anything they do must be29with praise.This may lead to the child avoiding taking risks due to fear of30their parents.”Docs this mean we should do away with all the praise?Phillip says no,“The key to healthy praise is1o focus on the process rather than the31it is the recognition of a child’s attempt,or the process in which they achieved something, that is essential,”she says,“Parents should encourage their child to take the risks needed to learn and grow.”So how do we break the32of praise we’re all so accustomed to?Phillip says it’s important to33between“person praise”and“process raise”.“Person praise is34saying how great someone is.It’s a form personal approval.Process praise s acknowledgement of the efforts te person has just35.Children who receive person praise are more likely to feel shame after losing,”says Phillip.A)choose F)experienced K)repeatedlyB)constant G)negative L)rewardedC)disappointing H)outcome M)separatelyD)distinguish I)pattern N)simplyE)exhausting J)plural O)undertaken答案：26.B27.G28.K29.L30.C31.H32.I33.D34.N35.OSection BDirectlons:In this section,you are going to read a passage with ten statements attached to it. Each statement contains information given in one of the paragraphs.Identify the paragraph from which the information is derived.You may choose a paragraph more than once.Each paragraph is marked with a letter.Answer the questions by marking the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 2.Poverty is a story about us,not them[A]Too often still we think we know the poverty looks like.It's the way we've been taught,the images we’ve been forced-fed decades.The chronically homeless.The undocumented immigrant.The urban poor,usually personified as a woman of color, the"welfare queen"politicians still too often reference.[B]But as income inequality rises to record levels in the United States,even in the midst of a record economic expansions,.those familiar images are outdated, hurtful and counterproductive to focusing attention on solutions and building ladders of opportunity.IC]Today's faces of inequality and lack of opportunity look like all of us.It's Anna Landre,a disabled Georgetown University student fighting to keep health benefits that allow-her the freedom to live her life lt's Tiffanie Standard,a counselor for young women of color in Philadelphia who want to be tech entrepreneurs—but who must work multiple jobs to stay afloat.It's Ken Outlaw,a welder in rural North Carolina whose dream of going back to school at a local community college was dashed by Hurricane Florence-just one of the extreme weather events that have tipped the balance for struggling Americans across the nation,[D]If these arc the central characters of our story about poverty.what layers of perceptions,myths,and realities must we unearth to find meaningful solutions and support?In pursuit of revealing this complicated reality,Mothering Justice,led by women of color,went last year to the state capital in Lansing,Michigan,to lobby on issues that affect working mothers.One of the Mothering Justice organizers went to the office of a state representative to talk about the lack of affordable childcare-the vestiges(痕迹))of a system that expected mothers to stay home with their children while their husbands worked,A legislative staffer dismissed the activist’s concerns, telling her“my husband took care of that-l stayed home.”[E]That comment,says Mothering Justice director Danielle Atkinson.,"was meant to shame"and relied on the familiar trope that a woman of color concemed about income inequality and programs that promote mobility must by definition be a single mom,probably with multiple kids.,In this case.Mothering Justice activist happened to be married.And in most cases in the America of2019,the images that come to mind when we hear the words poverty or income inequality fail miserably in reflecting a complicated reality:poverty touches virtually all of us.The face of income inequality,for all but a very few of us,is the one we each see in the mirror.[F]How many of us are poor in the U.S.?It depends on who you ask.According to the Census Bureau,38million people in the U.S.are living below the official poverty thresholds,Taking into account economic need beyond that absolute measure,the Institute for Policy Studies found that140million peoplc are poor or low-income. That's almost half the U.S population.[G]Whatever the measure,within that massive group,poverty is extremely diverse.We know that some people are more affected than others,like children,the elderly,people with disabilities,and people of color.[H]But the fact that4in10Americans can't come up with$400in an emergency is a commonly cited statistic for good reason:economic instability stretches across race,gender,and geography.It even reaches into the middle classes,as real wages have stagnated(不增长)for all but the very wealthy and temporary spells of financial instability are not uncommon.[I]Negative images remain of who is living in poverty as well as what is needed to move out of it.The big American myth is that you can pull yourself up by your own effort and change a bad situation into a good one.The reality is that finding opportunity without help from families,friends.schools，,and community is virtually impossible.And the playing field is nothing close to level.[J]The Frame Works institute,a research group that focuses on public framing of issues,has studied what sustains stereotypes and narratives of poverty in the United Kingdom."People view economic success and well being in life as product of choice, willpower,drive,grit,and gumption,"says Nat Kendall-Taylor,CEO of Frame Works.“When we see people who are struggling.”he says,those assumptions“lead us to the perception that people in poverty are lazy.they don’t care,and they haven't made the right decisions.”[K]Does this sound familiar?Similar ideas surround poverty in the U.S.And these assumptions wreak havoc on reality."When people enter into that pattern of thinking,"says Kendall-Taylor,"it's cognitively comfortable to make sense of issues of poverty in that way.It creates a kind of cognitive blindness-all of the factors external to a person's drive and choices that they've made become invisible and fade from view.”Those external factors include the difficulties accompanying low-wage work ot struetual discrimination based on race,gender,or ability.Assumptions get worse when people who are poor use government benefits to help them survive.There is a great tension between"the poor"and those who are receiving what has become a dirty word:"welfare."According to the General Social Survey,7l percent of respondents believe the contry is spending too little on a"welfare":37percent believe we are spending too much,[N]"Poverty has been interchangeable with people of color-specifically black women and black mothers,"says Atkinson of Mothering Justice.It's true that black mothers are more affected by poverty than many other groups,yet theyare disproportionately the face of poverty.For example，Americans routinely overestimate the share of black recipients of public assistance programs.[O]In reality,most people will experience some form of financial hardship at some point in their lives.Indeed,people tend to dip in and out of poverty,perhaps due to unexpected obstacles like losing a job,or when hours of a low-wage job fluctuate.[P]Something each of us can do is to treat each other with the dignity and sympathy that is deserved and to understand deeply that the issue of poverty touches all of us.答案：36.[E]That comment,says Mothering Justice director Danielle Atkinson,"was meant to shame"37.[H]But the fact that4in10Americans can't come up with$400in an emergency is a commonly cited statistic for good reason:economic instability stretches across race,gender,and geography.38.[M]According to the General Social Survey,71percent of respondents believe the country is spending too little on"assistance to the poor."39.[J]The Frame Works Institute,a research group that focuses on public framing of issues,has studied what sustains stereo types and narratives of poverty in the United Kingdom40.[D]lf these are the central characters of our story about poverty,what layers of perceptions,myths,and realities must we unearth to find meaningful solutions and support?41.[F]How many of us are poor in the U.S.?42.[N]“Poverty has been interchangeable with people of color-specifically black women and”black mothers,"says Atkinson of Mothering Justice.43.[1]Negative images remain of who is living in poverty as well as what is needed to move out of it.44.[E]That comment,says Mothering Justice director Dan-ielle Atkinson,"was meant to shame"45.[L]Those external factors include the difficulties accompanying low-wage work or structural discrimination based on race,gender,or ability.Section CDirections:There are2passage in this section.Each passage is followed by some quetements or unfinished statemeents.For each of them there are four choices maked A),B),C)and D).You should decide on the best choice and mark the correponding letter on Answer Sheet2with a single line through the centre.Passage OneQuestions46to50are based on the following passage.Boredom has,paradoxically,become quite interesting to academics lately.In early May.London's Boring Conference celebrated seven years of delighting in dullness.At this event.people flocked to talks about weather,traffic jams and vending-machine sounds.,among other sleep-inducing topics What,exactly,is everybody studying? One widely accepted definition of boredom is"the distasteful experience of wanting, but being unable.to engage in satisfying activity."But how can you quantify a person's boredom level and compare it with someone else’s?In1986,psychologists introduced the Boredom Proneness Scale,designed to measure an individual’s overall tendency to feel bored By contrast,the Mulitidimensional State Boredom scale,developed in2008,measures a person’s feelings of boredom in a given situation.Boredom has been linked to behavior issues including inattentive driving.mindless snacking.excessive drinking,and and addictive gambling.In fact, many of us would choose pain over boredom.One team of psychologists discovered that two-thirds of men and a quarter of women would rather self-administer electric shocks than sit alone with their thoughts for15minutes.Researching this phenomenon,another team asked volunteers to watch boring.sad,or ncutar films,during which they could self-administer elccrie shocks,The bored volunteers shocked themselves more and harder than the sad or neutral ones did.But boredom isn't all bad.By encouraging self-reflection and daydreaming.it can spur activity.An early study gave participants abundant time to complete problem-solving and word-association exercises.Once all the obvious answers were exhausted,participants gave more and more incentive answers to combat boredom:A British study took these findings one step further,asking subjects to complete a creative challenge(coming up with a list of alternative uses for a household item).One group of subjects did a boring activity first.while the others wentstraight to the creative task.Those whose boredom pumps had been primed were more productive.In our always connected world,boredom may be a hard-to-define state,but it is a fertile one,Watch paint dry or water boil,or at least put away our smart phone for a while,and you might unlock your next big idea.46.When are people likely to experience boredom,according to an accepted psychological definition?A)When they don’t have the chance to do what they want.B)When they don’t enjoy the materials they are studying.C)When they experience something unpleasant.D)When they engage in some routine activities.47.What does the author say boredom can lead to?A)DeterminationB)Mental deteriorationC)ConcentrationD)Harmful conduct48.What is the findings of one team of psychologists in their experiment?A)Volunteers prefer watching a boring movie to sitting alone deliberating.B)Many volunteers choose to hurt themselves rather than endure boredom.C)Male volunteers arc more immune to the effects of boredom than females.D)Many volunteers are unable to resist boredom longer than fifteen minutes.49.Why does the author say boredom isn’t all bad?A)It stimulates memorization.B)It may promote creative thinking.C)It allows time for relaxation.D)It may facilitate independent learning.50.What does the author suggests one do when faced with a challenging problem?A)stop idling and think big.B)Unlock one’s smart phone.C)Look around oneself for stimulation.D)Allow oneself some time to be bored.Passage TwoQuestions51to55are based on the following passage.Forests in countries like Brazil and the Congo get a lot of attention from environmentalists,and it is easy to see why.South America and sub-Saharan Africa are experiencing deforestation on an enormous scale:every year almost s million hectares are lost.But forests are also changing in rich Western countries They are growing larger,both in the sense that they occupy more and that the tees in them and bigger.What is going on?Forests are spreading in almost all Western countries,with fastest growth in places that historically had rather few tress.In199028%of Spain was forested;now the proportion is37%.In both Greece and Italy,the growth was from26%to32%over the same period.Forests are gradually taking more and in America and Australia.Perhaps most astonishing is the trend in Ireland.Roughly1%of that country was forested when it became independent in1922.Forests cover11%of the land,and the governments wants to push the proportion to18%by the2040s.Two things are fertilizing this growth.The first is the abandonment of farmland, especially in high,dry places where nothing grows terribly well.When farmers give up trying to earn a living from farming or herding trees simply move in.The second is governments policy and subsidy.Throughout history,governments have protected and promoted forests for diverse reasons,ranging from the need for wooden warships to a desire to promote suburban house-building.Nowadays forests are increasingly welcome because they suck in carbon pollution from the air.The justifications change; the desire for more trees remains constant.The greening of the West does not delight everyone.Farmers complain that land is being taken out of use by generously subsidized tree plantations.Parts of Spain and Portugal suffer from terrible forest fires.Others simply dislike the appearance of forests planted in neat rows.They will have to get used to the trees,however.The growth of Western forests seems almost as unstoppable as deforestation elsewhere.51.What is catching environmentalists’attention nowadays?A)Rich countries are stripping poor ones of their resources.B)Forests are fast shrinking in many developing countries.C)Forests are eating away the fertile farmland worldwide.D)Rich countries are doing little to address deforestation.52.Which countries have the fastest forest growth?A)Those that brave newly achieved independence.B)Those that at have the greatest demand for timberC)Those that used to have the lowest forest coverage.D)Those that provide enormous government subsidies.53.What has encouraged forest growth historically?A)The government’s advocacy.B)The use of wood for fuel.C)The favorable climate.D)The green movement.54.What account for our increasing desire for forests?A)Their unique scenic beauty.B)Their use as fruit plantation.C)Their capability of improving air quality.D)Their stable supply of building materials.55.What docs the author conclude about the prospects of forestation?A)Deserts in sub-Saharan Africa will diminish gradually.B)It will play a more and more important role in people’s lives.C)Forest destruction in the developing world will quickly slow down.D)Developed and developing countries are moving in opposite direction答案：46-50ADBCD51-55BCACDPartⅣTranslation(30minutes)Directions:For this part,you are allowed30minutes to translate a passage from Chinese into English.You should write your anwer on Answer Sheet2.春节前夕吃团圆饭是中国人的传统。
2020年12月英语四级真题及答案第二套（网络整理版）
2020年12月英语四级真题及答案第二套（网络整理版）2020年12月英语四级真题及答案第二套(网络整理版）作参考一、四级听力部分：听力原文：1. A) A deadly fish has been spotted in the Mediterranean waters.2. C) It could poses a threat to other marine species.3. B) About half of its city center will be closed to ears.4. A) The rising air pollution in Paris5. B) His houses has burnt down in a fire.6. D) Sell the pearl he had kept for years.7. C) His monstrous pearl was extremely valuable.8. A) It boasts a farily long history.9. C) It is a family business.10. D) Loss of competitive edge.11. A) Conducting a financial analysis for it.12. D) She is really impressed by the man's house.13. B) From home design magazine.14. C) The cost was affordable.15. B) She wants him to share his renovation experiences with her.16. D) Removing objects from patients' noses and ears.17. C) Five to nine-year-olds were the most likely to put things in their ears.18. D) They are curious about these body parts.19. B) It gave her a used bicycle.20. A) Expanding bike-riding lessons.21. B) It is a charity organization.22. D) How animals deal with lack of gravity.23. A) They were not used to the low-gravity environment.24. C) They already felt at home in the new environment.25. B) They behaved as if they were on Earth.纯视听一致 40% 10道题视听一致+同义替换 48% 12道题纯同义替换 12% 3道题（有一道是全文理解）Passage 1主题：孩子往耳朵和鼻子里塞东西，去医院取出16. D) Removing objects from patients' noses and ears.听力原文：Removing foreign objects from ears and nosescosts England almost 3 million pounds a year, a study suggests.考点：视听一致17. C) Five to nine-year-olds were the most likely to put things in their ears.听力原文：five to nine-year-olds come to the hospital with something in their ears the most.考点：视听一致18. D) They are curious about these body parts.听力原文：考点：视听一致+同义替换According to the study, the occurrence of foreign objects in children is generally attributed to curiosity. Children have an impulse to explore their noses and ears.Passage 2主题：二手自行车做慈善，送给有需要的人，教他们骑19. B) It gave her a used bicycle.听力原文：At this time, rebicycle got involved and gave Layla a second-hand bicycle.考点：视听一致+同义替换20. A) Expanding bike-riding lessons.听力原文：And there's now expanding bike riding lessonsas demand source. 考点：视听一致21. B) It is a charity organization.听力原文：无考点：全文理解Passage 3主题：老鼠在低重力环境下的试验22. D) How animals deal with lack of gravity.听力原文：T o that end, they have been studying how other species deal with low gravity, specifically focusing on mice.考点：视听一致+同义替换23. A) They were not used to the low-gravity environment.听力原文：As you'll notice in the video, the mice definitely seemuncomfortable at the beginning of the experiment.考点：同义替换24. C) They already felt at home in the new environment.听力原文：Several of the mice are observed running around the cage walls.考点：同义替换25. B) They behaved as if they were on Earth.The scientist wanted to see whether the mice would continue doing the same kinds of activities they were observed doing on earth. The study showed that the mice kept much of the routines intact, including cleaning themselves and eating when hungry.考点：视听一致+同义替换听力原文：Passage 1Removing foreign objects from ears and noses costs England almost 3 million pounds a year, a study suggests. Children were responsible for the vast majority of cases. 95% of objects removed from noses and 85% from ears. Every year, an averageof 1,218 nose and 2,479 ear removals took place between 2010 and 2016. According to England's hospital episodes statistics, children aged one to four, were the most likely to need help from doctors for a foreign object in their nose, five to nine-year-olds come to the hospital with something in their ears the most. Jewelry items accounted for up to 40% of cases in both the ears and noses of children, paper and plastic toys, where the items removed next most from noses, cotton beds and pencils were also found in ears. According to the study, the occurrence of foreign objects in children is generally attributed to curiosity. Children have an impulse toexplore their noses and ears. This results in the accidental entry of forei gn objects. Any ear, nose and throat surgeon has many weird stories about wonderful objects found in the noses and ears of children and adults. Batteries can pose a particular danger. In all cases, prevention is better than cure. This is why many toys contain warnings about small parts. Recognizing problems early and seeking medical attention is important.Question 16 to 18, are based on the passage you've just heard .16. What does England spend an annual 3 million pounds on?17. What do we learn from England's hospital episodes statistics?18. What is generally believed to account for children putting things in their ears or noses?Passage 2Today, I would like to talk to you about my charity rebicycle. But before that, let me introduce someone. This is Layla Rahimi. She was so scared when she first moved to New Zealand, that she struggled to leave the house and would spend days workingup the courage to walk to the supermarket for basic supplies.After a few months of being quite down and unhappy, she was invited to join a local bike club. At this time, rebicycle got involved and gave Layla a second-hand bicycle. Within weeks, her depression had begun to ease as she cycled. The bicycle totally changed her life, giving her hope and a true feeling of freedom.To date, rebicycle has donated more than 200 bikes to those in need. And there's now expanding bike riding lessons as demand source. With a bike, newcomers here can travel farther, but for almost no cost. The three hours a day, they used to spend walking to and from English language lessons has been reduced to just one hour.Our bike riding lessons are so successful that we are urgently looking for more volunteers, learning to ride a bike is almost always more difficult for an adult, and this can take days and weeks rather than hours. So if any of you have some free time during the weekend, please come join us at re bicycle and make a difference in someone's life.Questions 19 to 21 are based on the passage. You have just heard 19. What did rebicycle do to help Layla Rahimi?20. What is Rebicycle doing to help those in need?21. What do we learn from the passage about rebicycle?Passage 3Thanks to the international space station, we know quite a bit about the effects of low gravity on the human body, but NASA scientists want to learn more. To that end, they have been studying how other species deal with low gravity, specifically focusing on mice. The results are both interesting and humorous. The scientists first sent some mice and especially designed cage to the international space station. The cage allowed them tostudy the behavior of the mice remotely from earth via video. As you'll notice in the video, the mice definitely seem uncomfortable at the beginning of the experiment. They move around clumsily, drifting within the small confines of the cage, and do their best to figure out which way is up.But without success, however, it's not long before the mice begin to catch on. They adapt remarkably well to their new environment and even use the lack of gravity to their advantage as they push themselves around the cage. That's when things really get wild. The 11th day of the experiment shows the mice are not just dealing with the gravity change, but actually seem to be enjoying it. Several of the mice are observed running around the cage walls. The scientist wanted to see whether the mice would continue doing the same kinds of activities they were observed doing on earth. The study showed thatthe mice kept much of the routines intact, including cleaning themselves and eating when hungry.22 to 25 are based on the paths that you have just heard question.22. What do NASA scientists want to learn about?23. What does the passage say about the mice at the beginning of the experiment?24. What was observed about the mice on the 11th day of the experiment?25. What did the scientists find about the mice from the experiment?二、四级选词填空部分：When my son completes a task, I can't hlep but praise him.26. B. constant27. G. negative28. K. repeatedly29. L. rewarded30. C disappointing31 .H. outcome32.1. pattern33. D. distinguish34. N. simply35.0. undertaken三、四级信息匹配部分：The History of the Lunch Box36. [F] City kids,on the other hand,went home for lunch and came back.37. [j] The company sold 600, 000 units the first year.38. [〇] The introduction of backpacks changed the lunch box scene abit^he adds.39. [C] Lunch boxes have been connecting kids to cartoons and TV shows and super-heroes for decades.40. [H] And then everything changed in the year of 1950.41 .[L] The new trend was also a great example of planned obsolescence,that is,to design a product so that it will soon become unfashionable or impossible to use and will need replacing.42. [D] Let's start back at the beginning of the 20th century-the beginning of the lunch box story,really.43. [A] It was made of shiny,bright pink plastic with a Little Mermaid sticker on the front,and I carried it with me nearly every single day.44. [M] The metal lunch box craze Lasted until the mid-1980s,when plastic took over.45. [I] But these containers were really /doc/1818387206.html,sting years on end.四、四级仔细阅读部分：P146 A When they don* t have the chance to do what they want47 D Harmful conduct48 B Many volunteers choose to hurt themselves rather than endure boredom49 C It may promote creative thinking.50 D Allow oneself some time to be bored.P251 .B Forests are fast shrinking in many developing countries.52. C Those that used to have the lowest forest coverage.53. A The government’ s advocacy54. C Their capability of improving air quality55. D Developed and developing countries are moving in opposite directions五、四级作文部分：WritingDirections：For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write on the topic Changes in the Way of Transportation.You should write at least 120 words but no more than 180 words.范文：Changes in the way of transportationAs the internet is developing so rapidly, the way of transportation keeps changing surprisingly. New applications on transportation emerge abundantly, contributing to the fact that people* s lifestyle has been changed as well.The changes in the way of transportation can be listed as follows. First of all, with the development of technology, the priceof transportation is much cheaper than before. Moreover, compared with traditional ways of buying tickets, transportation applications and websites give passengers the opportunity to book tickets online without going outside to particular ticket offices. Besides, highspeed railways gradually replace the oldfashioned green trains, which can tremendously improve travelers’ comfort during the journey and shorten the time spent on the way.From my perspective, the changes in the way of transportation mainly lie in the good respects. As one of the fortunate passengers who live in the age of internet and can get access to online service of transportation, I can* t help exclaiming: it is the best of times.六、四级翻译部分：春节前夕吃团圆饭是中国人的传统。
2020年12月大学英语四级考试真题2+答案解析
2020年12月大学英语四级考试真题（二）Part I Writing (30 minutes)Diredicms: F,or this part, you are allowed 80 m切utes to write on t比topic Changes切t妇Way of 加nsportation.You should write at妇t120叹证but no mo兀than180 wcn:ls.Part I Listening Comprehension (25 minutes)Section ADirections: In this section ,沪u will hear three叱呤reports.At the e叫of each news report , 沪u will hear two or three questions. 胚h the news repat and the questio心will be spoken only once. After you hear a q也s tion,you m心t choose the be.st皿”吧r from the four choices m叮尥d A), B),'C) and D). Then markthe corresponding letter on儿田叩,r Sheet 1 with a single line through the centre.妇tio四1and 2 are based on the news nport you have J ust heard1.A) He wanted to buy a home.C)He lost a huge swn of money.B)He suffered from a shoclc.D) He did an unusual good deed.2.A) Invite the waiter to a fancy dinner.C)Give some money to the waiter.B)Tell her story to the Dally Ne叩．D)Pay the waiter's school tuition.Q氏吐ms3 and 4 are based on the news report yo11 have Just heard.3.A) Wh e ther CX'not to move·to the state's mainland.B)How to keep the village from sinking into the sea.C)Where�get the funds f or rebuilding their village.D)What to do about the rising level of the seawater.4.A) It takes too long a time.C)It has to wait for the state's final approval,B)It costs too much money.D) It faces·strong opposition from many villagers. Q酝凸叩s S to 7 are based on the news report you have压beard.5.A) To in代stigate whether people are grateful for help.B)To see whether people hold doors open for strangers.C)To explore ways of inducing gratitude in people.D)To find out how people express gratitude.6.A) They induced strangers to tallc with them.B)They helped 15 to 20 people in a bad mood.C)They held doors open for people at various places.D)They interviewed people who didn't say thank y ou.7.A) People can be educated to be grateful.C)Most people have bad days now and then.B)Most people express gratitude for help.D)People are ungrateful when in a bad mood.四级2020年12月242020年12月大学英语四级考试真题（二）答案与详解Part IWriting 结构框图：r -e : ，第1段引出话题并提出观点：近几十年来，中国的交通方式发生了巨变，给：I I我们的生活带来了巨大影响。
2020年12月大学英语四级考试题(二)含答案
18.
A. To charge a small fee on plastic products in supermarkets.
B. To ban single-use plastic bags and straws on Bali Island.
C. To promote the use of paper bags for shopping. D. To impose a penalty on anyone caught littering.
B.Polluted seawaters.
mercial hunting. D.Decreasing birthrates.
B.To look for food. D.To seek breeding grounds.
Questions 22 to 25 are based on the passage you have just heard.
B.She wanted to save as much money as possible. D.She wanted to spend more time with her family.
C.One week.
D.Two weeks.
B.Spending Christmas with Australians. D.Learning more about wine making.
B.They helped 15 to 20 people in a bad mood. D.They interviewed people who didn’t say thank you.
B.Most people express gratitude for help. D.People are ungrateful when in a bad mood.
20年12月四级真题第二套答案
20年12月四级真题第二套答案
四级真题第二套答案：
一、听力：
(一) 1. B 2. A 3. during 4. appointment 5. Scotland
(二) 6. C 7. B 8. A 9. C 10. A
(三) 11. civil servant 12. business 13. until 14. conference 15. advice
(四) 16. A 17. B 18. C 19. C 20. A
(五) 21. C 22. A 23. B 24. B 25. A
二、完形填空：
26. C 27. D 28. A 29. B 30. D
31. B 32. D 33. A 34. C 35. B
三、阅读理解：
(一) 36. A 37. D 38. B 39. B 40. A
(二) 41. B 42. A 43. C 44. A 45. C
(三) 46. A 47. C 48. C 49. B 50. B
四、仔细阅读：
(一) 51. B 52. D 53. A 54. C 55. B
(二) 56. D 57. A 58. C 59. C 60. A
(三) 61. D 62. A 63. A 64. B 65. B
五、翻译：
66. 直到最近，许多国家一直在努力寻求消除贫困。
67. 人们可以通过社交媒体与朋友和家人保持联系。
68. 为了有效地利用新技术，我们必须掌握采用新技术的能力。
69. 旅游给游客带来了各种文化上的益处，从而使他们能够更好地理解不同国家之间的差异。
70. 随着时间的推移，当今社会对人们说谎的宽容程度有所下降。
2020年全国普通高等学校招生统一考试英语试卷 全国Ⅱ卷(含答案)
绝密★启用前2020年普通高等学校招生全国统一考试（全国卷II）英语注意事项：1. 答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、准考证号填写在答题卡和试卷指定位置上。
2. 回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。
如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案标号。
回答非选择题时，将答案写在答题卡上，写在本试卷上无效。
3. 考试结束后，将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。
第一部分听力（共两节，满分30分）做题时，先将答案标在试卷上。
录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。
第一节（共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分）听下面5段对话。
每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。
听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。
每段对话仅读一遍。
例：How much is the shirt?A. £19.15.B. £9.18.C. £9.15.答案是C。
1. Where does the conversation probably take place?A. In a supermarket.B. In the post office.C. In the street.2. What did Carl do?A. He designed a medal.B. He fixed a TV set.C. He took a test.3. What does the man do?A. He’s a tailor.B. He’s a waiter.C. He’s a shop assistant.4. When will the flight arrive?A. At 18:20.B. At 18:35.C. At 18:50.5. How can the man improve his article?A. By deleting unnecessary words.B. By adding a couple of points.C. By correcting grammar mistakes.第二节（共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分）听下面5段对话或独白。
2020年大学英语四级听力试题及答案(卷二)
2020年大学英语四级听力试题及答案（卷二）Section A(1-8)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 1 with a single line through the centre.1. A)They came in five different colors. B) They were good value for money.C)They were a very good design. D) They were sold out very quickly.2. A) Ask her roommate not to speak loudly on the phone.B) Ask her roommate to make her phone calls outside.C) Go and find a quieter place to review her lessons.D) Report her problem to the dorm management.3. A)The washing machine is totally beyond repair.B)He will help Wendy prepare her annual report.C)Wendy should give priority to writing her report.D)The washing machine should be checked annually.4. A)The man fell down when removing the painting.B)The wall will be decorated with a new painting.C)The woman likes the painting on the wall.D)The painting is now being reframed.5. A)It must be missing. B) It was left in the room.C)The man took it to the market. D) She placed it on the dressing table.6. A)Go to a play. B) Meet Janet.C)Book some tickets. D)Have a get-together.7. A)One box of books is found missing. B)Some of the boxes arrived too late.C)Replacements have to be ordered. D)Some of the books are damaged.8. A)The man will pick up Professor Johnson at her office.B)The man did not expect his paper to be graded too soon.C)Professor Johnson has given the man a very high grade.D)Professor Johnson will talk to each student in her office.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 with the exact words you have just heard. Finally, when the passage is read for the third time, you should checkwhat you have written.According to American law, if someone is accused of a crime, he is considered (26) ______until the court proves the person is guilty.To arrest a person, the police have to be reasonably sure that a crime has been (27) ______. The police must give the suspect the reasons why they are arresting him and tell him his rights under the law. Then the police take the suspect to the police station, where the name of the person and the (28) ______ against him are formally listed.The next step is for the suspect to go before a judge. The judge decides whether the suspect should be kept in jail or (29) ______. If the suspect has no previous criminal record and the judge feels that he will return to court (30) ______run away, he can go free. Otherwise, the suspect must put up bail(保释金). At this time, too, the judge will (31) ______ a court lawyer to defend the suspect if he can’t afford one.The suspect returns to court a week or two later. A lawyer from the district attorney’s office presents a case against the suspect. The attorney may present (32) ______ as well as witnesses. The judge then decides whether there is enough reason to (33) ______.The American justice system is very complex, and sometimes operates slowly. However, every step is (34) ______ to protect the rights of the people. These individual rights are the (35) ______of the American government.答案解析Section A(1-8)1. M: Did you buy any of the sweaters that were on sale?W: Buy any? I got five of them. They were such a good bargain.Q: What does the woman say about the sweaters?【答案解析】B 男士询问女士有没有购买特价毛衣，女士说“They were such a good bargain”，这句话的含义是“它们实在太划算了”，从而得出“这些毛衣物有所值”的结论，B选项为女士答语的同义转述，因此正确。
2020年全国普通高等学校招生统一考试英语试卷 全国Ⅱ卷(含答案)
绝密★启用前2020年普通高等学校招生全国统一考试（全国卷II）英语注意事项：1. 答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、准考证号填写在答题卡和试卷指定位置上。
2. 回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。
如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案标号。
回答非选择题时，将答案写在答题卡上，写在本试卷上无效。
3. 考试结束后，将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。
第一部分听力（共两节，满分30分）做题时，先将答案标在试卷上。
录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。
第一节（共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分）听下面5段对话。
每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。
听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。
每段对话仅读一遍。
例：How much is the shirt?A. £19.15.B. £9.18.C. £9.15.答案是C。
1. Where does the conversation probably take place?A. In a supermarket.B. In the post office.C. In the street.2. What did Carl do?A. He designed a medal.B. He fixed a TV set.C. Hetook a test.3. What does the man do?A. He’s a tailor.B. He’s a waiter.C.He’s a shop assistant.4. When will the flight arrive?A. At 18:20.B. At 18:35.C. At 18:50.5. How can the man improve his article?A. By deleting unnecessary words.B. By adding a couple of points.C. By correcting grammar mistakes.第二节（共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分）听下面5段对话或独白。
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2020年全国公共英语四级试题及答案（卷二）
1. He told me that the firm could not afford __ such large salaries.
A. paying
B. to pay
C. to have paid
D. being paid
2. She has travelled in __ countries.
A. south
B. north
C. northern
D. northwest
3. The plane was then able to __ and it cleared the mountains by 400 feet.
A. rise
B. raise
C. arise
D. rouse
4. He had __ to go because he doesn't get on well with others.
A. everywhere
B. anywhere
C. somewhere
D. nowhere
5. Don't be so __; I'm not telling you what I've promised not to say.
A.odd
B.shocked
C.strange
D.curious
6. He __ his previous best performance in the 1000 meters.
A. improves
B. improves on
C. betters
D. proves
7. I __ to interrupt a man when he's busy working.
A. envy
B. hate
C. admire
D. improve
8. he was astonished __ what he found.
A. at
B. to
C. for
D. on
9. They made no effort to hide their amusement __ I produced a packet of sweets from my pocket.
A. whatever
B. wherever
C. whoever
D. whenever
10. I had hoped to get $1000 for my old car but had to __ a lot less.
A. settle down
B. settle in
C. settle for
D. settle on
1. B
2. C
3. A
4. D
5. D
6. B
7. B
8. A
9. D 10. C
【知识点】
1. afford 后常接动词的不定式，所以应该选B："to pay".
3. 此处只能选择一个不及物动词作答案
4. 句子的意思为："他没有什么地方去因为与别人相处不好"
__ everywhere：每处
__ anywhere：无论何处
__ somewhere：某处
__ 所以，只有nowhere符合题意。
5. odd、strange均为"奇特的"，shocked意为"惊讶的"，curious 既有"奇特的"，还有"好奇的"意思。
6. better和improve均有"提高"、"改善"之意，better主要指改善。