大学英语B级校内毕业考试卷

2015届大学英语B级毕业考试试卷
〔考试时间：60分钟，总分值：100分〕
Part I Vocabulary & Structure〔35%〕
Section A
Directions: In this section, there are 25 incomplete sentences. You are required to complete each one by deciding on the most appropriate word or words from the 4 choices marked A), B), C) and D). Then you should mark the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the center. 〔25%〕
1. Our company’s visitors decided to stay in our city for ______ two days as they wanted to have
a look around.
A. other
B. the other
C. another
D. other’s
2. According to the time table, the train for Beijing ______ at 9:10 p.m. from Monday to Friday.
A. was leaving
B. is leaving
C. leaves
D. has left
3. The new drug will not be put on the market______ it has proved safe on humans.
A. if
B. until
C. since
D. when
4. Students are expected to pay the loan back______ they are earning enough.
A. so far as
B. now that
C. even if
D. as soon as
5. Immigrants have to adapt themselves culturally and physically to the new surroundings ______they have moved.
A. on which
B. by which
C. into which
D. from which
6. The proposal ______ at the meeting now is of great importance to our department.
A. being discussed
B. to be discussing
C. having discussed
D. discussing
7. It was because of his good performance at the interview ______ he got the job with the big company.
A. so
B. what
C. that
D. while
8. It is reasonable for people to pursue a career in fields related _______ their favorite hobbies.
A. on
B. for
C. at
D. to
9. There is no evidence ______ he was on the site of the murder.
A. where
B. that
C. which
D. how
10. Only when we hurried to the airport______ the flight was cancelled.
A. we found
B. did we find
C. have we found
D. we have found
11. Allan is looking forward to _______ the trade fair.
A) meet B) meeting C) be meeting D) having met
12. The sales manager had his secretary ________ a press conference for their new products.
A) arrange B) to arrange C) have arranged D) arranged
13. The message ________ Mr. Black was elected chairman of the committee arrived just in time.
A) which B) what C) that D) how
14. They had talked only for a few minutes ________ they found they were of different opinions.
A) unless B) while C) before D) once
15. By the time you month, I ________ my term paper.
A) have completed B) complete C) am completing D) will have completed
16. It is important to provide an environment ________ people are encouraged to make
suggestions at all levels of the company.
A) from which B) on which C) in which D) for which
17. The scientists wanted to keep people ________ about the breakthrough in their experiment.
A) inform B) informed C) informing D) to inform
18. When I first arrived in Japan, I was surprised ________ the way people greeted each other.
A) of B) to C) with D) at
19. Not until that day ________ the importance of good manners in a job interview.
A) did I realize B) I did realize C) I have realized D) have I realized
20. The market economy is quickly changing people’s idea on ________ is accepted.
A) that B) which C) what D) how
21. Would you please pass me the book ________ cover is black?
A) which B) whose C) that D) its
22. ________ in the company for three years, Mark has business negotiations.
A) Having worked B) Have worked C) Have been working D) Worked
23. Not until she arrived at the meeting room ________ she had forgotten to bring the document.
A) she realized B) she did realize C) did she realize D) does she realize
24. John had never been abroad before, ________ he found the business trip very exciting.
A) because B) though C) so D) while
25. ________ some students are able to find employment after graduation, others will have to return to school and earn an advanced degree.
A) Since B) While C) Because D) If
Section B
Directions: There are 10 incomplete statements here. You should fill in each blank with the proper form of the word given in brackets. Write the word or words in the corresponding space on the Answer Sheet.(10%)
26. Sandy made quite a number of(apply) _____for a management position but failed every time.
27. The graduates had a(cheer) _________farewell party before leaving the college.
28. Karl probably(saw) _________“Star Wars” several times for he knows every detail of the film.
29. Believe it or not，when first(introduce) _____to Europe，tomato was thought to be poisonous.
30. A telephone user may pay a fixed monthly charge and(allow) _________to make an unlimited number of local calls in the month.
31. I remember(see) _________you somewhere before，but I can’t tell the exact place.
32. I don’t think it necessary(discuss ed) _________the the problem is settled.
33. Since five managers are going to give their reports，the meeting(last) _________for at least two hours.
34. The young man did not have enough money; otherwise he (buy) ___ a more expensive watch.
35. It is strongly recommended that teachers(use) __computers to assist in their classroom teaching.
Part II Reading Comprehension〔30%〕
Directions: This part is to test your reading ability. There are 5 tasks for you to fulfill. You should read the reading materials carefully and do the tasks as you are instructed. (30%) Task 1
Directions: After reading the following passage, you will find 5 questions or unfinished statements, numbered 36 to 40. For each question or statement there are 4 choices marked A), B), C) and D). You should make the correct choice and mark the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the center.
Everybody telecommuting.“It won’t work in most jobs”，“It costs too much”，“It reduces air pollution”，“It helps people balance family and work responsibilities”，and “Most people are doing it”.
In reality researchers continue to find strong growth and acceptance of telecommuting. Nearly two-thirds of the top 1000 companies in the world have a telecommuting program，and 92 percent say it reduces cost and improves worker productivity .The days of everyone commuting to the office five days a week are quickly disappearing.
Telecommuting involves a non-traditional work arrangement enabling workers to work at home or elsewhere，some or all of the time. This is not a new，novel，or untested way of working.
But is it for you? Telecommuting is not a panacea .Whether you are a manager，or an HR(Human Resources) specialist，there are decisions to make and actions to take before you begin a telecommuting arrangement.
Join us for any or all of the following meetings to get answers，information，and resources to develop and carry out a successful telecommuting arrangement. Each meeting offers you an informative presentation followed by the opportunity for a discussion with a panel of “experts” who have made telecommuting work for them.
36. How do people look at telecommuting according to the first paragraph?
A) They are against it. B) They don’t care about it.
C) They share the same view. D) They differ in their opinions.
37. According to the response of most of the top 1000 companies, telecommuting_________.
A) increases worker productivity B) will disappear in the near future
C) cannot be accepted by the public D) is practiced in all the top companies
38. Which of the following statements is TRUE of telecommuting?
A) It is up to the employees to accept it or not. B) It is getting popular in different companies.
C) It is a new untested way of working. D) It is a traditional work arrangement.
39. Before beginning a telecommuting arrangement，the management should______.
A) appoint a new HR specialist B) provide the facilities and conditions
C) improve the company’s productivity first D) decide whether it is suitable for the company
40. According to the last paragraph，meetings are held to___________.
A) appreciate the efforts of the telecommuting companies
B) discuss the employment of telecommuting experts
C) help introduce the practice of telecommuting D) train people before
Task 2
Directions: This task is the same as Task 1. The 5 questions or unfinished statements are numbered 41 to 45.
Rockwatch—The Best Club on Earth
If you are a young person and interested in geology(地质学) ，then Rockwatch is the club for
you.
When You Join
New memberships receive a Rockwatch Rox file each. This has the information and top tips you will need to start enjoying geology. It’s designed to serve as your own field notebook as well.
In it you will find your：
membership card
full color mini-map
thumbs up guide
fact cards
Rockwatch Magazine
Our lively magazine is mailed to members three times a year. They can read reports and news from around the world，and articles on everything from diamonds to dinosaurs，earthquakes to erosion .
Rockwatch Events
With each magazine you will receive a Rockwatch events calendar. Rocky activities suitable for families are listed and include road shows and guided walks.
The Rockwatch Rock Artist
Are you an artist, or a photographer? This is your chance to become Rockwatch Rock Artist of the Year and win amazing prizes in Our annual competition.
Special Offer
Rock watch members can have specially discounted Wildlife Watch membership. Watch is the biggest environmental action club for young people，with 100 groups across the country. You can join both clubs together in the membership form.
41. New Rock watch Rox Club members will obtain a special file when they___________.
A) do field work B) join the club C) buy a field notebook D) start studying geology
42. Rock watch is a magazine telling about things related to____________.
A) geology B) agriculture C) politics D) economics
43. What activities are specially arranged for Rockwatch members interested in photography?
A) Guided walks. B) Rocky activities. C) Yearly competitions. D) Academic workshops.
44). When applying for Wildlife Watch membership，a Rockwatch member Can enjoy___________.
A) free membership B) a special discount C) a Rock Artist prize D) guided road shows
45). You may join both Rock watch and Wildlife Watch clubs by___________.
A) calling the two clubs B) providing referenceC) applying separately D) filling in one form
Task 3
Directions: The following is a is part of an instruction. After reading it, you are required to complete the outline below it (No.46 to No.50). You should write your answers briefly (in no more than three words) on the Answer Sheet correspondingly.
NUROFEN RECOVERY
Please carefully before you take this medicine.
Nurofen Recovery dissolves quickly on the tongue without the need to use water. It delivers effect .
You should not take Nurofen Recovery if：
—you have had an allergicreaction to aspirin
—you have had a worsening of asthma when taking aspirin or similar medicines
—you are under 12 years of age
Administration：
Place a tablet on the tongue，allow it to dissolve and then swallow—now water is required。

Adults, the elderly and children of 12 years and older：
Take 2 tablets，then if necessary，take 1 or 2 tablets every 4 hours. Do not exceed 6 tablets in 24 hours. Not suitable for children under 12 years.
Warnings：
If you take too many tablets by mistake，contact your doctor as soon as possible.
If symptoms persist or if new symptoms occur，consult your doctor.
Possible side effects：
Stomach discomfort or pain，worsening of asthma 01"shortness of breath. If you experience any of these, stop taking the tablets and see your doctor.
NUROFEN RECOVERY
Function：delivering ( 46) from headaches
Feature：dissolving quickly on (-47- )
People not intended for：1) patients with an allergic reaction to aspirin
2) patients having asthma when taking aspirin
3) children under the age o f( -48- )
Dosage：1) Starting Dose：2 tablets 2) If necessary：take l or 2 tablets( -49-)
3) Maximum daily intake：6 tablets Possible side effects:1) stomach discomfort
2) worsening of asthma 3)( -50- )
Task 4
Directions: The following is a list of airport items. After reading it, you are required to find the items equivalent to (与…等同) those given in Chinese in the table below. Then you should put the corresponding letters in the brackets on the Answer Sheet, numbered 51 through 55.
Task 5
Directions: The following is part of an introduction to life insurance. After reading it, you should give brief answers to the 5 questions (No.56 to No.60) that follow. The answers (in no more than 3 words) should be written after the corresponding numbers on the Answer Sheet.
When you buy life insurance，you want a policy that fits your needs at reasonable cost. Your first step is to determine how much life insurance you need. Next，you need to decide how much money you can afford to pay. Finally，you must policy that meets your coverage(保险类别) goals and fits into your financial plan. Once you have completed these steps，you will be able to move ahead and contact several life insurance companies through an agent who will show the fight type of policy for you.
There are many reasons for purchasing life insurance，among which are the following：Insurance to provide family protection and financial security to surviving family members upon the death of the insured person.
Insurance to cover a particular need upon the insured’s death such as paying off a mortgage or other debts.
56. What should you take into consideration when choosing a life insurance policy?
Both your needs and the ______________________.
57. What’s the relationship between the type of policy and your financial plan?
The type of policy should meet your______________________.
58. Who can help you buy the fight type of policy from an insurance company?
____________________.
59. Who will benefit from the life insurance upon the death of the insured person?
Surviving ______________________.
60. What is the second goal for buying life insurance?
To pay off a mortgage or ______ ________________ after death.
Part III Translation &Writing 〔35%〕
Directions: This part, numbered 61 through 65, is to test your ability to translate English into Chinese. After each of the sentences numbered 61 to 64, you will read four choices of suggested translation. You should choose the best translation and mark the corresponding letter on your Answer Sheet. And for the paragraph numbered 65, write your translation in the corresponding space on the Translation/ Composition Sheet. (20%)
61. Us of the overcharge on your account and we have contacted the store on your behalf and are awaiting their reply.
A) 承蒙告知您受到恶意透支的指控，我们已经派代表与商店联系并正在等待回音。

B) 承蒙告知您的帐户存在问题，我们已经和商店联系过并正在等待他们的答复。

C) 承蒙告知您的帐户被多扣款一事，我们已代您与商店联系，正在等待他们回复。

D) 承蒙告知有人指控您恶意透支，我们代表商店向您致歉，请您等待他们的答复。

62.The training and personal qualities meet the requirements you set for the position of electrical engineer.
A) 我认为我受的教育和培训，以及个人素质正是你们要求的，我会努力履行电气工程师的职务。

B) 我相信我所接受的教育和培训，以及我的个人素质均符合你们对电气工程师职务设定的要求。

C) 得知你们招聘电气工程师，我觉得我的背景可以让你们了解我受过的教育和培训，以及我的个人品德。

D) 得知你们招聘电气工程师，和培训，完善我的个人品质，成为一名电气工程师。

63. People feel that the interdependence of nations，SO long talked about by statesmen，is today more than ever a reality.
A) 人们感到，一直都在谈论的国家的独立，今天比以往任何要。

B) 人们感到，政治家长期谈论的国家间的相互依存，现在比任何时候都更为实在。

C) 人们感到，许多国家以前一直关心的独立问题，现在比以前任何时候都更加现实。

D) 人们感到，政治家以前认为国家之间要互相依赖，今天显得比以往更加现实了。

64. The purchaser will not be responsible in connection with the packing or delivery of the above goods.
A) 卖主并非没有责任解决上述货物在包装和运输方面出现的问题。

B) 对于上述货物的包装和运输有关费用的任何事宜卖主概不负责。

C) 以上货物在包装和运输方面所产生的有关费用买主均不予过问。

D) 买主概不承担与上述货物的包装和运输有关的任何成本或费用。

65. Ladies and gentlemen, thank you very much for coming this afternoon. Now I’m going to introduce you to a completely new idea in energy-saving air-conditioning. I will begin by talking about the market research which led to the development of this product. Then I will explain the technical developments of the product, the production and the marketing strategy. Finally I will offer some advice as to how you can make this product a success in your market.
Part IV Writing 〔15%〕[25 minutes]
Directions: This part is to test your ability to do practical writing. You are required to write a business letter according to the following information given in Chinese. Remember to do the task on the Translation/Composition Sheet.
说明：假设你是一个医疗设备公司的经理，你收到一家代理公司的经理Pater Smith先生的信。

他想了解你公司的情况，你写信向他介绍并表示希望他能作为你公司的代理。

公司简介：
公司名称：广安医疗设备
成立年份：1980年
公司总部位地址：中国神州市
主要产品：医疗测试设备
雇员人数：1000名，其中120人从事研究与开发
销售市场：大部分产品销往东南亚和南美
注意书信格式！
Words for reference:
medical testing equipment 医疗测试设备headquarters 总部
engage in 从事Southeast Asia 东南亚
agent 代理
2015年大学英语B级校内毕业考卷答案
Section A
1. [C]
2. [C]
3. [B]
4. [D]
5. [C]
6. [A]
7. [C]
8. [D]
9. [B]10. [B] 11-15:B ACCD 16-20:CBDDC 21-25BACCB
26.applications 27.cheerful 28.has seen 29.introduced 30.be allowed 31.having seen 32.to discuss 33.will last 34.would buy se
答案：36-40：DABDC 41-45：BACBD
答案：46.effective relief 47.the tongue 49.every 4 hour 50.shortness of breath
答案：51.N,D 52.O,G 53.A,H 54.K,Q 55.J,I
答案：56.cost 57.coverage goals 58.An angent 59.family members 60.other debts
答案：61-64BCDC。