The falling value of the dollar has become a major story in international finance
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旺旺英语Lesson 14Soft Commodities非耐用商品Many prices are at historic lows, and the IMF expects further falls. Yet there are signs that the worse may be over. One key commodity, sugar, has recovered.许多商品的价格处于历史最低点，虽然国际货币基金组织预计价格还会进一步下跌。
但是，有迹象表明，最糟的局面已经结束了。
因为“糖”这种关键性商品的价格已经回升了。
Markets Have Lost Their Allure 市场已失去吸引力For Most people involved in the production and trading of “soft” or agricultural commodities, this is proving to be a grim decade.对于大多数生产并买卖非耐用商品或农业品的人来说，这十年无疑是阴暗的十年。
Prices are in many cases at, or near, historic lows in real terms as markets struggle to cope with floods of surplus produce. And—with most soothsayers forecasting flat, or still lower, prices—the markets themselves have lost much of their allure.许多情况下，产品的价格都在实际意义上处于或接近历史最低价，这是因为市场要应付泛滥成灾的过剩的农产品。
同时，大多数预言家预测价格将会持平，或者更低。
市场自身已经失去了很多的魅力。
Speculators who profited handsomely from the price volatility of the 1970s have deserted soft commodities for the newer excitement of financial futures or the security and big yields afforded by the equity and money markets.从20世纪70年代的价格不稳中大笔获益的投机者们已经放弃了非耐用商品而寻求金融期货或有价证券带来的新的刺激以及股票和货币市场提供的巨额利润。
2008年6月大学英语六级考试试题及参考答案
2008年6月大学英语六级考试试题及参考答案Part Ⅰ(30 minutes)注意：此部分试题在答题卡1上Part ⅡReading Comprehension(Skimming and Scanning)(15 minutes) Directions: In this part, you will have 15 minutes to go over the passage quickly and answer the questions on Answer Sheet 1 For questions 1-7,choose the best answer from the four choices marked A),B),C)and D. For questions 8-10,complete the sentences with the information given in the passage.What will the world be like in fifty years?This week some top scientists, including Nobel Prize winners, gave their vision of how the world will look in 2056,fron gas-powered cars to extraordinary health advances, John Ingham reports on what the world‟s finest minds believe our futures will be.For those of us lucky enough to live that long,2056 will be a world of almost perpetual youth, where obesity is a remote memory and robots become our companions.We will be rubbing shoulders with aliens and colonizing outer space. Better still, our descendants might at last live in a world at peace with itself.The prediction is that we will have found a source of inexbaustible, safe, green energy, and that science will have killed off religion. If they are right we will have removed two of the main causes of war-our dependence on oil and religious prejudice.Will we really, as today‟s scientists claim, be able to live for ever or at least cheat the ageing process so that the average person lives to 150?Of course, all these predictions come with a scientific health warning. Harvard professor Steven Pinker sa ys: “This is an invitation to look foolish, as with the predictions of domed cities and nuclear-powered vacuum cleaners that were made 50 year ago.”Living longerAnthony Atala, director of the Wake Forest Institute in North Carolina, belives failing organs will be repaired by injecting cells into the body. They will naturally to straight to the injury and help heal it. A system of injections without needles could also slow the ageing process by using the same process to “tune” cells.Bruce Lahn, professor of human genetics at the University of Chicago, anticipates the ability to produce“unlimited supplies” of transplantable human organs without the needed a new organ, such as kidney, the surgeon would contact a commercial organ producer, give him the patien t‟s immuno-logical profile and would then be sent a kidney with the correct tissue type.These organs would be entirely composed of human cells, grown by introducing them into animal hosts, and alloweing them to deveoop into and organ in place of the anima l‟s own. But Prof. Lahn believes that farmed brains would be “off limits”.He says: “Very few people would want to have their brains replaced by someone else‟s and we probably don‟t want to put a human brain ing an animal body.”Richard Miller, a professor at the University of Michigan, thinks scientist could develop“an thentic anti-ageing drugs” by working out how cells in larger animals such as whales and human resist many forms of injuries. He says:“It‟s is now routine, in laboratory mammals, to extend lifespan by about 40%. Turning on the same protective systems in people should, by 2056, create the first class of 100-year-olds who are as vigorous and productive as today‟s people in their 60s”AliensConlin Pillinger ,professor of planerary sciences at th e Open University,says:”I fancy that at least we will be able to show that life didi start to evolve on Mars well as Earth.”Within50years he hopes scientists will prove that alien life came here in Martian meteorites(陨石). Chris McKay,a planetary scientist at NASA‟s Ames Research Center.believes that in 50 years we may find evidence of alien life in ancient permanent forst of Mars or on other planers. He adds:”There is even a chance we will find alien life forms here on Earth.It mightbe as different as English is to Chinese.Priceton professor Freeman Dyson thinks it “likely” that life form outer space will be discovered defore 2056 because the tools for finding it, such as optical and radio detection and data processing,are improving.He ays:”As soon as the first evidence is found,we will know what to look for and additional discoveries are likely to follow quickly.Such discoveries are likely to have revolutionary consequences for biology, astronomy and philosophy. They may change the way we look at ourselves and our place in the universe.Colonies in spaceRichard Gottprofessor of astrophysics at Princeton,hopes man will set up a self-sufficient colony on Mars,which would be a “life insurance policy against whatever catastrophes,natural or otherwise,might occur on Earth.“The real space race is whether we will colonise off Earth on to other worlds before money for the space programme runs out.”Spinal injuriesEllen Heber-Katz,a professor at the Wistar Institude in Philadelphia,foresees cures for inijuries causing paralysis such as the one that afflicated Superman star Christopher Reeve. She says:”I believe that the day is not far off when we will be able to profescribe drugs that cause severes(断裂的) spinal cords to heal,hearts to regenerate and lost limbs to regrow.“People will come to expect that injured or diseased organs are meant to be repaired from within,inmuch the same way that we fix an appliance or automobile:by replancing the damaged part with a manufacturer-certified new part.”She predict that withi n 5 to 10 years fingers and toes will be regrown and limbs will start to be regrown a few years later. Reparies to the nervous system will start with optic nerves and,in time,the spinal cord.”Within 50years whole body replacement will be routine,”Prof.Hebe r-Katz adds.ObesitySydney Brenner,senior distinguished fellow of the Crick-Jacobs Center in California,won the 2002 Noblel Prize for Medicine and says that if there is a global disaster some humans will survive-and evolition will favour small people with bodies large enough to support the required amount of brain power.”Obesity,”he says.”will have been solved.”RobotsRodney Brooks,professor of robotice at MIT,says the problems of developing artificial intelligence for robots will be at least partly overc ome.As a result,”the possibilities for robots working with people will open up immensely”EnergyBill Joy,green technology expert in Califomia,says:”The most significant breakthrought would be to have an inexhaustible source of safe,green energy that is substantially cheaper than any existing energy source.”Ideally,such a source would be safe in that it could not be made into weapons and would not make hazardous or toxic waste or carbon dioxide,the main greenhouse gas blamed for global warming.SocietyGe offrey Miller,evolutionary psychologist at the University of New Mexico,says:”The US will follow the UKin realizing that religion is nor a prerequisite (前提)for ordinary human decency. “This,science will kill religion-not by reason challenging faith but by offering a more practical,uniwersal and rewarding moral frameworkfor human interaction.”He also predicts that “ahsurdly wasteful”displays of wealth will become umfashionable while the importance of close-knit communities and families will become clearer.These there changer,he says,will help make us all”brighe\ter,wiser,happier and kinder”.注意：此部分试题请在答题卡1上作答。
大学英语考试：2022英语专业四级真题模拟及答案(2)
大学英语考试：2022英语专业四级真题模拟及答案(2)共405道题1、All the following sentences have an appositive EXCEPT _____.（单选题）A. The question is whether we can make good preparation in such a short time.B. One of the men held the view that what the book said was right.C. Word has come that some American guests will come for a visit to our college next week.D. I have the information that he’ll come soon.试题答案：A2、In the sentence “The thought came to him that maybe the enemy had fled the city”, the italicized part is _____.（单选题）A. the appositive clauseB. the attributive clauseC. the object clauseD. the subject clause试题答案：A3、I wrote back to Charles _____ I received his letter.（单选题）A. when immediatelyB. soonC. immediatelyD. suddenly试题答案：C4、Convinced of the importance of education, modern states “invest” in institutions of learning to get back “interest” in the form of a large group of _____ Young men who are potential leaders.（单选题）A. enlightenedB. cultivatedC. qualifiedD. nourished试题答案：A5、Over the past ten years, natural gas production has remained steady, but _____ has risen steadily.（单选题）A. consumptionB. dissipationC. disposalD. expenditure试题答案：A6、（单选题）A. He saw them during his visits to Britain.B. They were increasing in numbers in London.C. He studied them at school.D. He once saw them eating.试题答案：B7、That our environment has little to do with our abilities, characters and behavior _____ central to his theory.（单选题）A. isB. areC. has beenD. have been试题答案：A8、Under the present circumstances there seem fewer reasons for people to hug illusions than they _____ before.（单选题）A. wasB. didC. wereD. being试题答案：B9、Which of the italicized parts functions as an attribute（定语）?（单选题）A. This is where Luxun once lived.B. I don’t know where Luxun once lived.C. We haven’t yet settled the question where we are going to spend our summer vacation.D. She is going to live in Macao, where she has some close friends.试题答案：D10、It can be inferred from the passage that _____（单选题）A. “mental cosmetics” is already a reality.B. a new generation of mind-enhancing drugs may be a near future.C. Ritalin and Modafinil have no mind-enhancing properties.D. cognitive enhancers have been developed perfectly.试题答案：B11、According to the passage, which of the following can probably lead to women’s work-related strain?（单选题）A. They are not creative enough in their work.B. They could not afford to lose their job.C. They have no say in decision-making.D. They are underpaid compared with men.试题答案：C12、The main holiday was once confined to August; now it _____ into September.（单选题）A. expandsB. extendsC. enlargesD. amplifies试题答案：B13、You _____ the parcel home. The shop would have delivered it if you had asked.（单选题）A. needn’t have carriedB. didn’t need to carryC. Wouldn’t have carriedD. wouldn’t have carried试题答案：A14、What kind of questions can you ask according to the passage?（单选题）A. If the recruiter will put in a good word for you with the hiring manager.B. If the recruiter can give you some instructions on the job.C. The information of other applicants.D. Questions about the company or industry in general.试题答案：D15、She _____ that it was a trick to get her involved in the matter, for she knew them too well.（单选题）A. doubtedB. suspectedC. conceivedD. convinced试题答案：B16、Which of the following could NOT get benefit from the devaluation of US dollar?（单选题）A. Foreign visitors in the US.B. Foreign investors.C. Exporters of America.D. American visitors to other countries.试题答案：D17、Which of the following sentences is INCORRECT?（单选题）A. He has seen the film. He went to see it with me yesterday afternoon.B. The building is going to be finished next month.C. He has gone to Japan. This is the third time that he goes to Japan.D. Put on your coat, or you’ll catch cold.试题答案：C18、The old gentleman was a very _____ looking person, with grey hair and gold spectacles.（单选题）A. respectfulB. respectedC. respectiveD. respectable试题答案：D19、Doctors are often caught in a _____ because they have to decide whether they should tell their patients the truth or not.（单选题）A. puzzleB. perplexityC. dilemmaD. bewilderment试题答案：C20、From Ross Perlin’s new book “Intern Nation”, we can learn that _____（单选题）A. competition for internships is intense.B. interns are usually looked down upon.C. one third of interns work for for-profit companies.D. internships are least valued by for-profit companies.试题答案：A21、As the trial went on the story behind the murder slowly _____ itself.（单选题）A. convictedB. hauntedC. unfoldedD. released试题答案：C22、_____ to get a definition for this word!（单选题）A. How it is difficultB. how difficult is itC. How difficult it isD. It is how difficult试题答案：C23、Doctors are often caught in a _____ because they have to decide whether they should tell their patients the truth or not.（单选题）A. puzzleB. perplexityC. dilemmaD. bewilderment试题答案：C24、（单选题）A. It helped a lot, but it didn’t solve unemployment.B. It was a trick the government played and couldn’t solve the problem.C. It was only carried out for a few months and few people got jobs in the end.D. It made the unemployment falling.试题答案：B25、Everyone has a right to enjoy his liberty, and _____ his life.（单选题）A. indeedB. soC. much lessD. much more试题答案：D26、As described in the passage, passion _____.（单选题）A. has nothing to do with workB. is one way to control emotionsC. is one kind of negative emotionsD. sometimes may transform into fury试题答案：D27、Theoretically, a good screwdriver should last a lifetime, but it rarely _____, usually because it is used at one time or another as a substitute for some other tool.（单选题）A. hasB. isC. shouldD. does试题答案：D28、（单选题）A. Golf is his favourite leisure activity.B. He enjoys playing golf with his boss.C. He would like to know more about golf.D. He has never played golf before.试题答案：C29、In fact, as he approached this famous statue, he only barely resisted the _____ to reach into his bag for his camera.（单选题）A. impatienceB. impulseC. incentiveD. initiative试题答案：B30、Which of the following italicized phrases indicates PURPOSE?（单选题）A. Her parents wish her to be a teacher.B. The best way to learn English is to use it.C. His family was too poor to support him.D. She took a plane to come back soon.试题答案：D31、（单选题）A. They complained about the conditions in the hotel.B. They took a taxi and went sightseeing in the town.C. They went out for dinner and spent the rest of the night in a club.D. They were so tired that they took a bath and went to bed immediately.试题答案：C32、_____, Henry felt a great weight taken off his mind.（单选题）A. His duty was fulfilledB. His duty fulfilledC. His duty fulfillingD. His duty had been fulfilled试题答案：B33、The mayor is a woman with great _____ therefore deserves our political and financial support.（单选题）A. intentionB. instinctC. integrityD. intensity试题答案：C34、With the introduction of the electronic computer, there is no complicated problem _____ can be solved in a few hours.（单选题）A. butB. whichC. thatD. what试题答案：A35、Which of the following is the best title for the passage?（单选题）A. Never Become Furious at Work.B. Learn How to Get Rid of Rage.C. Rage is Inevitable for Us.D. Improve Your Bad Temper.试题答案：D36、（单选题）A. It is hard to believe.B. It is nothing strange.C. It is obviously nonsense.D. It is common phenomenon.试题答案：A37、Which of the following contains an adverbial clause of concession?（单选题）A. No matter how hard he tried, she could not change her mind.B. He got up so early that he caught the first bus.C. Now that everybody has come, let’s begin our conference.D. Generally, air will be heavily polluted where there are factories.试题答案：A38、In less than two weeks, I _____.（单选题）A. will graduateB. am graduatingC. have graduatedD. will have graduated试题答案：D39、Which of the following statements is INCORRECT?（单选题）A. Generally speaking, almost all of the clerks get along well with their colleagues.B. It’s impossible to oppress one’s bad temper while being passionate on one’s work.C. People tend to get angry at work in many situations.D. People in companies welcome rage.试题答案：A40、Starting with the _____ that there is life on the planet Mars, the scientist went on to develop his argument.（单选题）A. premiseB. pretextC. foundationD. presentation试题答案：A41、At the end of the story, the voice was _____（单选题）A. Lisa’s mother’s.B. the cashier’s.C. from Lisa’s heart.D. merely Lisa’s illusion.试题答案：A42、（单选题）A. Because George thinks it is too expensive.B. Because George has evening class that night.C. Because George don’t want to sit in the front.D. Because George don’t like listening to the piano.试题答案：B43、Which of the following is the best title for the passage?（单选题）A. Never Become Furious at Work.B. Learn How to Get Rid of Rage.C. Rage is Inevitable for Us.D. Improve Your Bad Temper.试题答案：D44、No matter how much you feel the pull of the past, make a determined effort to _____ the future.（单选题）A. look toB. dwell onC. permeate intoD. shrug off试题答案：A45、When the farmers visited the city for the first time, they were _____ by its complicated traffic system.（单选题）A. evokedB. bewilderedC. divertedD. undermined试题答案：B46、（单选题）A. Dead animals found in dustbins.B. Small animals stolen from houses.C. Food given to them by people.D. Food that hunted by themselves.试题答案：C47、According to the passage, _____ may NOT be the character of the author’s father.（单选题）A. demandingB. practicalC. stubbornD. liberal试题答案：A48、The phrase “a ticking time bomb” in the second paragraph is used to stress _____（单选题）A. the risk of sleep deprivation.B. our concern about good health.C. one possible cause of early death.D. our ignorance about the lack of sleep.试题答案：A49、Which of the following italicized phrases indicates CAUSE?（单选题）A. Why don’t you do it for the sake of your friends?B. I wish I could write as well as you.C. For all his efforts, he didn’t get an A.D. Her eyes were red from excessive reading.试题答案：D50、Which of the following past particle (过去分词) is used as an predicative （表语）?（单选题）A. Autumn comes, and there are many fallen leaves on the street.B. His right hand got burnt in that big fire.C. I want the letter posted.D. He wants to buy a used car.试题答案：B51、John returned with two laborers, with _____ help we finally got the car out of the mud.（单选题）A. theirB. whoseC. /D. that试题答案：B52、When the farmers visited the city for the first time, they were _____ by its complicated traffic system.（单选题）A. evokedB. bewilderedC. divertedD. undermined试题答案：B53、The ball _____ two or three times before rolling down the slope.（单选题）A. swayedB. bouncedC. hoppedD. darted试题答案：B54、With prices _____ so much, it is difficult for the school to plan a budget.（单选题）A. vibratingB. fluctuatingC. flutteringD. swinging试题答案：B55、Why does a vegetarian restaurant make its dishes resemble meat in every way except _____.（单选题）A. ingredientsB. elementsC. componentsD. compounds试题答案：A56、（单选题）A. Increasing government’s handouts to the poor.B. Government’s creation of more jobs.C. Encouraging people to find jobs themselves.D. Relying on government relief.试题答案：C57、Ann was reading a piece of science fiction, completely _____ to the outside world.（单选题）A. lostB. being lostC. losingD. having lost试题答案：A58、What can we learn from the passage?（单选题）A. A talk with other architects may annoy the one you have chosen.B. If your home is exclusive in your residence region, you cannot get along well with your neighbors.C. You should consider the issue of whether to move or to remodel from financial aspect.D. You will always take back the whole expense of remodeling when you sell the current home.试题答案：C59、_____ had she finished the poem _____ the students began to ask her questions.（单选题）A. As soon as, thanB. No sooner, thanC. As soon as, whenD. No sooner, when试题答案：B60、Which of the following is a new and popular arcade?（单选题）A. The Seattle Center.B. The Monorail.C. The Westlake Center.D. Pike Place Market.试题答案：C61、（单选题）A. Phone him.B. Take them homeC. Call the police.D. Give them food.试题答案：A62、（单选题）A. The chance to meet interesting people.B. The opportunity to improve her acting.C. The efficiency of theatre management.D. The entire atmosphere of theatre.试题答案：D63、Water is to fish _____ atmosphere is to men.（单选题）A. thatB. soC. whatD. so does试题答案：C64、What is the best title for the passage?（单选题）A. A Moratorium on Bottom Trawling Is Urgently Needed.B. The Oncoming Exploration to the Deep Sea.C. The Disaster of Deep Sea Life.D. Rainbow Warrior Sets Out to Save Deep Sea Life.试题答案：D65、_____, the new president is more likely to give economic and trade issues priority over foreign policy.（单选题）A. The cold war being overB. the cold war had overC. With the cold war was overD. With the cold war has been over试题答案：A66、What can we learn from the passage?（单选题）A. Because of the devaluation of US dollar, American visitors shorten their trip to Europe.B. Europe does not forecast the huge drop of American visitors.C. Not only Paris but the whole Europe witnesses the reduction of American tourists.D. The value of US dollar has become historical low.试题答案：C67、What does the word “override” mean in the first paragraph?（单选题）A. To prevail over.B. To ride over or across.C. To stop a machine doing something.D. Not to notice something.试题答案：A68、（单选题）A. Upbringing and innate differences.B. Worry and anxiety.C. Their aptitude.D. The environment.试题答案：B69、We must take part in physical labor in order to _____ ourselves more closely with the working people.（单选题）A. identifyB. incorporateC. combineD. involve试题答案：A70、Which of the following is INCORRECT according to the passage?（单选题）A. Cognition enhancers may be used as coffee as today.B. It could become as common as a cup of coffee.C. It may help people sleep more efficiently.D. This kind of drugs is as tasty as coffee.试题答案：D71、Under the present circumstances there seem fewer reasons for people to hug illusions than they _____ before.（单选题）A. wasB. didC. wereD. being试题答案：B72、Which of the following italicized parts indicates a relationship of linking verb and predicative (系表结构)?（单选题）A. He became a famous pianist at the age of 15.B. I took the first place in the competition.C. China belongs to the third world.D. They’ve put up a factory in the village.试题答案：A73、I felt so embarrassed that I couldn’t do anything but _____ there whenI first met my present wife.（单选题）A. to sitB. sittingC. satD. sit试题答案：D74、Which of the following sentences is INCORRECT?（单选题）A. I had hardly got home when the telephone rang.B. I had no sooner got home than the telephone ring.C. She said she had worked in that factory since 1980.D. We have been waiting here for almost an hour.试题答案：B75、Now it became customary for the husband to go out to paid employments, _____ the unpaid work of the home and family to his wife.（单选题）A. leaveB. to leaveC. leavingD. left试题答案：C76、What is the controversy revealed in the passage?（单选题）A. Some colleges change into university, and the opposite is also true.B. Some universities advertise their collegelike atmosphere, while some colleges tell potential applicants that they are just like universities.C. Some colleges change into university, and some universities into institute.D. Some private colleges change into universities and schools at the same time.试题答案：B77、According to the passage, which of the following can probably lead to women’s work-related strain?（单选题）A. They are not creative enough in their work.B. They could not afford to lose their job.C. They have no say in decision-making.D. They are underpaid compared with men.试题答案：C78、She began to be worried lest he _____ with some accident.（单选题）A. had metB. should have metC. would meetD. met试题答案：B79、There _____ no further business to discuss, we all went home.（单选题）A. isB. wasC. beingD. would be试题答案：C80、Thank heaven! I was not even injured but I escaped by the _____ of my teeth.（单选题）A. tipB. topC. skinD. bottom试题答案：C81、（单选题）A. She blames the economic depression in the last five years.B. She insists that the government fulfilled its promise by lowering interest rates.C. She denies saying that before.D. She insists that they have fulfilled the goal.试题答案：B82、After several nuclear disasters, a _____ has raged over the safety of nuclear energy.（单选题）A. quarrelB. suspicionC. verdictD. controversy试题答案：D83、（单选题）A. She thinks she needs more acting experience.B. She is excited about learning new acting skills.C. She thinks she is not very skilled at acting.D. She thinks she is better at acting than directing.试题答案：C84、（单选题）A. Because of her family background.B. Because of her father’s support.C. Because of her love of books.D. Because of her teachers.试题答案：C85、Laura would have been more considerate if she had changed a little bit, _____?（单选题）A. hadn’t sheB. hasn’t sheC. wouldn’t sheD. didn’t she试题答案：C86、（单选题）A. On April 21.B. On April 22.C. On April 23.D. On April 24.试题答案：B87、Not until last year did the author _____（单选题）A. cease to worry about the tree.B. become aware of the apple tree.C. begin to appreciate the neighborhood.D. make acquaintance with the neighbors.试题答案：D88、Which of the following prepositional phrases is an adverbial of comparison?（单选题）A. As soon as Marie opened the door, the dog ran in.B. As long as you can keep away from them, you’re safe.C. As far as grammar is concerned, I have grasped it.D. She cooks as well as her mother does.试题答案：D89、Which of the following is a new and popular arcade?（单选题）A. The Seattle Center.B. The Monorail.C. The Westlake Center.D. Pike Place Market.试题答案：C90、A good education is an _____ you can fall back on for the rest of your life.（单选题）A. assetB. ethicC. inventoryD. obligation试题答案：A91、Which of the following sentences is INCORRECT?（单选题）A. His father has been dead for six years.B. His father died six years ago.C. It’s six years since his father had died.D. It has been two years since his father’s death.试题答案：C92、According to the passage, what is the ultimate purpose of virtual reality in education?（单选题）A. To give special students a chance to experience life in the outside world.B. To train teachers to work with students with special needs.C. To allow special students to learn life-skills in a safe environment.D. To prepare special students for transition into mainstream society.试题答案：D93、Which of the following italicized parts indicates a relationship of linking verb and predicative (系表结构)?（单选题）A. He became a famous pianist at the age of 15.B. I took the first place in the competition.C. China belongs to the third world.D. They’ve put up a factory in the village.试题答案：A94、John returned with two laborers, with _____ help we finally got the car out of the mud.（单选题）A. theirB. whoseC. /D. that试题答案：B95、Some crops are relatively high yielders and could be planted in preference to others to _____ the food supply.（单选题）A. enhanceB. curbC. disruptD. heighten试题答案：D96、Which of the italicized parts functions as a complement（补语）?（单选题）A. We were greatly encouraged by the news of China’s having launched another man-made satellite.B. His wish is everyone’s having a good time.C. I saw an old man getting on the bus.D. The smiling boy needs a pen bought by his mother试题答案：C97、What can we infer from Paragraph 2?（单选题）A. Chairperson or chair is the neutral term of chairman or chairwoman.B. It is not necessary to replace chairman with chairperson.C. Chairman can express the same meaning as the word chairwoman.D. People are very sensitive to the use of chairman in the past.试题答案：A98、It exposes the fallacy of short-term industrial gain at long-term environmental _____.（单选题）A. expenseB. expansionC. exposureD. expectation试题答案：A99、（单选题）A. One that has a shocking beginning.B. One that challenges the readers to think.C. One whose title is listed on the cover.D. One that has a good ending.试题答案：A100、To ensure maximal voter participation in a presidential election, thorough planning and a voter registration _____ are usually required.（单选题）A. restrictionB. encouragementC. investigationD. drive试题答案：D101、（单选题）A. The introduction.B. The middle.C. The conclusion.D. The statement试题答案：C102、（单选题）A. To invite the student to attend a meeting with her.B. To let the student know that she will have to leave soon.C. To announce that she will be speaking at a meeting.D. To explain why she cannot help the student right now.试题答案：B103、The apple tree mentioned in the passage is most likely to _____（单选题）A. be regarded as a delight in the neighborhood.B. have been abandoned by its original owner.C. have been neglected by everyone in the community.D. be attractive only to the author.试题答案：A104、What’s the assumption of the author about smoking restriction according to the last paragraph?（单选题）A. People can try out some gentler smoking bans.B. The municipality could try extending the smoking bans to homes.C. It will not be a personal choice to decide whether or not to smoke.D. It must still be necessary to restrict smoking after several generations.试题答案：B105、All the people in the stadium cheered up when they saw hundreds of colorful balloons _____ slowly into the sky.（单选题）A. ascendingB. elevatingC. escalatingD. lingering试题答案：A106、Which of the following sentences is a COMPLAINT?（单选题）A. Please show me your new dress.B. You must do it again.C. What trouble you’ve made.D. May you good luck.试题答案：C107、What can we learn from the passage?（单选题）A. Because of the devaluation of US dollar, American visitors shorten their trip to Europe.B. Europe does not forecast the huge drop of American visitors.C. Not only Paris but the whole Europe witnesses the reduction of American tourists.D. The value of US dollar has become historical low.试题答案：C108、Every room in the house _____ entered, and $10 in notes and a gold watch were missing.（单选题）A. wasB. had beenC. has beenD. have been试题答案：B109、At the end of the story, the voice was _____（单选题）A. Lisa’s mother’s.B. the cashier’s.C. from Lisa’s heart.D. merely Lisa’s illusion.试题答案：A110、（单选题）A. The classes that they are taking.B. The theatre program at their school.C. The woman’s interest in an internship.D. The man’s experience in a law firm.试题答案：C111、As the trial went on the story behind the murder slowly _____ itself.（单选题）A. convictedB. hauntedC. unfoldedD. released试题答案：C112、According to the author, what would parents eventually do with a sleepless, troublesome newborn baby?（单选题）A. They might turn themselves into pediatricians themselves after some years.B. They would treasure the experience because it would become a distant dream.C. They would be overcome with bitter envy for some regularly sleeping children.D. They would probably become some abusive parents because of sleep insufficiency.试题答案：D113、Neither the poor record of the management staff nor the high debt ratio of the firm _____ to have deterred the influx of investors.（单选题）A. seemB. and seemsC. but would seemD. seems试题答案：D114、Laura would have been more considerate if she had changed a little bit, _____?（单选题）A. hadn’t sheB. hasn’t sheC. wouldn’t sheD. didn’t she试题答案：C115、（单选题）A. Travel agencies.B. Space tours.C. Holiday plans.D. Earth’s orbit.试题答案：B116、The writer probably thinks that _____.（单选题）A. moving is much more troublesome than remodelingB. remodeling is much more economical than movingC. whether remodeling is better than moving depends on different situationsD. the issue of whether remodeling is better than moving is determined by financial factors试题答案：C117、（单选题）A. They are harmful animals.B. They are strange animals.C. They are attractive animals.D. They are friendly animals.试题答案：C118、How is it _____ your roommate’s request and yours are identical?（单选题）A. ifB. soC. whatD. that试题答案：D119、（单选题）A. Because George thinks it is too expensive.B. Because George has evening class that night.C. Because George don’t want to sit in the front.D. Because George don’t like listening to the piano.试题答案：B120、Americans eat _____ as they actually need every day.（单选题）A. twice as much proteinB. twice protein as much twiceC. twice protein as muchD. protein as twice much试题答案：A121、（单选题）A. There is no evidence showing that memory aids are invalid.B. Human beings’ brain functions mainly through memory aids in an effective way.C. Memory aids encourage an organised approach which helps the brain function effectively.D. Memory aids have little effect on the brain.试题答案：C122、For many patients, institutional care is the most _____ and beneficial form of care.（单选题）A. pertinentB. appropriateC. acuteD. persistent试题答案：B123、Lisa’s home can best be described as _____（单选题）A. dangerous.B. crude.C. beautiful.D. dirty.试题答案：B124、（单选题）A. To be a book editor.B. To produce a film.C. To write a book.D. To be an actress.试题答案：C125、What is the passage mainly concerned with?（单选题）A. America’s best colleges.B. The power of the word “university”.C. Elon College renames itself.D. Colleges upgrade their image by changing their names.试题答案：D126、There _____ an old man and two bodyguards standing on the platform.（单选题）A. to beB. beingC. isD. are试题答案：C127、By calling it “tap-dancing to work”, Warren Buffett thinks the author’s job is _____（单选题）A. a great challenge to brain power.B. significant in the development of technology.C. enjoyable in spite of any possible hardships.D. a window through which people are shown a new world.试题答案：C128、You _____ the parcel home. The shop would have delivered it if you had asked.（单选题）A. needn’t have carriedB. didn’t need to carryC. Wouldn’t have carriedD. wouldn’t have carried试题答案：A129、（单选题）A. Business owners.B. The army.C. Public health officials.D. Public schools.试题答案：B130、（单选题）A. Her great-grandfather died during a major epidemic.B. Her great-grandfather worked in the field of public health.。
高二英语英语中的货币表达单选题40题
高二英语英语中的货币表达单选题40题1. If the exchange rate is 1 dollar to 6 yuan, how much is 500 dollars in yuan?A. 3000B. 2500C. 3500D. 2000答案：A。
解析：1 美元兑换6 元人民币，500 美元则是500×6 = 3000 元人民币。
选项B 计算错误，500×5 = 2500；选项C 计算错误，500×7 = 3500；选项D 计算错误，500×4 = 2000。
2. The price of a coat is $80 in the US. How much is it in pounds if the exchange rate is 1 dollar to 0.8 pounds?A. 64B. 56C. 72D. 48答案：A。
解析：80 美元乘以汇率0.8 等于64 英镑。
选项B 计算错误，80×0.7 = 56；选项C 计算错误，80×0.9 = 72；选项D 计算错误，80×0.6 = 48。
3. A book costs £20 in the UK. What is the price in dollars if the exchange rate is 1 pound to 1.3 dollars?A. 26B. 20C. 15D. 18答案：A。
解析：20 英镑乘以汇率1.3 等于26 美元。
选项B 计算错误，20×1 = 20；选项C 计算错误，20÷1.3 ≈ 15.38；选项D 计算错误，20×0.9 ≈ 18。
4. The value of 100 euros is equal to how many yen if the exchange rate is 1 euro to 130 yen?A. 13000B. 10000C. 12000D. 15000答案：A。
米什金货币金融学英文版习题答案chapter18英文习题
米什金货币金融学英文版习题答案chapter18英文习题Economics of Money, Banking, and Financial Markets, 11e, Global Edition (Mishkin) Chapter 18 The Foreign Exchange Market18.1 Foreign Exchange Market1) The exchange rate isA) the price of one currency relative to gold.B) the value of a currency relative to inflation.C) the change in the value of money over time.D) the price of one currency relative to another.Answer: DAACSB: Reflective Thinking2) Exchange rates are determined inA) the money market.B) the foreign exchange market.C) the stock market.D) the capital market.Answer: BAACSB: Reflective Thinking3) Although foreign exchange market trades are said to involve the buying and selling of currencies, most trades involve the buying and selling ofA) bank deposits denominated in different currencies.B) SDRs.C) gold.D) ECUs.Answer: AAACSB: Reflective Thinking4) The immediate (two-day) exchange of one currency foranother is aA) forward transaction.B) spot transaction.C) money transaction.D) exchange transaction.Answer: BAACSB: Reflective Thinking5) An agreement to exchange dollar bank deposits for euro bank deposits in one month is aA) spot transaction.B) future transaction.C) forward transaction.D) deposit transaction.Answer: CAACSB: Reflective Thinking6) Today 1 euro can be purchased for $1.10. This is theA) spot exchange rate.B) forward exchange rate.C) fixed exchange rate.D) financial exchange rate.Answer: AAACSB: Reflective Thinking7) In an agreement to exchange dollars for euros in three months at a price of $0.90 per euro, the price is theA) spot exchange rate.B) money exchange rate.C) forward exchange rate.D) fixed exchange rate.Answer: CAACSB: Reflective Thinking8) When the value of the British pound changes from $1.25 to $1.50, the pound has ________ and the U.S. dollar has ________.A) appreciated; appreciatedB) depreciated; appreciatedC) appreciated; depreciatedD) depreciated; depreciatedAnswer: CAACSB: Reflective Thinking9) When the value of the British pound changes from $1.50 to $1.25, then the pound has________ and the U.S. dollar has ________.A) appreciated; appreciatedB) depreciated; appreciatedC) appreciated; depreciatedD) depreciated; depreciatedAnswer: BAACSB: Reflective Thinking10) When the value of the dollar changes from ￡0.5 to ￡0.75, then the British pound has________ and the U.S. dollar has ________.A) appreciated; appreciatedB) depreciated; appreciatedC) appreciated; depreciatedD) depreciated; depreciatedAnswer: BAACSB: Reflective Thinking11) When the value of the dollar changes from ￡0.75 to ￡0.5, then the British pound has________ and the U.S. dollar has ________.A) appreciated; appreciatedB) depreciated; appreciatedC) appreciated; depreciatedD) depreciated; depreciatedAnswer: CAACSB: Reflective Thinking12) When the exchange rate for the Mexican peso changes from 9 pesos to the U.S. dollar to 10 pesos to the U.S. dollar, then the Mexican peso has ________ and the U.S. dollar has ________.A) appreciated; appreciatedB) depreciated; appreciatedC) appreciated; depreciatedD) depreciated; depreciatedAnswer: BAACSB: Reflective Thinking13) When the exchange rate for the Mexican peso changes from 10 pesos to the U.S dollar to 9 pesos to the U.S. dollar, then the Mexican peso has ________ and the U.S. dollar has ________.A) appreciated; appreciatedB) depreciated; appreciatedC) appreciated; depreciatedD) depreciated; depreciatedAnswer: CAACSB: Reflective Thinking14) On January 25, 2009, one U.S. dollar traded on the foreign exchange market for about 0.75 euros. Therefore, one euro would have purchased about ________ U.S. dollars.A) 0.75B) 1.00C) 1.33D) 1.75Answer: CAACSB: Analytical Thinking15) On January 25, 2009, one U.S. dollar traded on the foreign exchange market for about 49.0 Indian rupees. Thus, one Indian rupee would have purchased about ________ U.S. dollars.A) 0.02B) 1.20C) 7.00D) 49.0Answer: AAACSB: Analytical Thinking16) On January 25, 2009, one U.S. dollar traded on the foreign exchange market for about 1.15 Swiss francs. Therefore, one Swiss franc would have purchased about ________ U.S. dollars.A) 0.30B) 0.87C) 1.15D) 3.10Answer: BAACSB: Analytical Thinking17) On January 25, 2009, one U.S. dollar traded on the foreign exchange market for about 3.33 Romanian new lei. Therefore, one Romanian new lei would have purchased about ________ U.S. dollars.A) 0.30B) 1.86C) 2.86D) 3.33Answer: AAACSB: Analytical Thinking18) If the U.S. dollar appreciates from 1.25 Swiss franc per U.S. dollar to 1.5 francs per dollar, then the franc depreciates from ________ U.S. dollars per franc to ________ U.S. dollars per franc.A) 0.80; 0.67B) 0.67; 0.80C) 0.50; 0.33D) 0.33; 0.50Answer: AAACSB: Analytical Thinking19) If the British pound appreciates from $0.50 per pound to $0.75 per pound, the U.S. dollar depreciates from ________ per dollar to ________ per dollar.A) ￡2; ￡2.5B) ￡2; ￡1.33C) ￡2; ￡1.5D) ￡2; ￡1.25Answer: BAACSB: Analytical Thinking20) If the Japanese yen appreciates from $0.01 per yen to $0.02 per yen, the U.S. dollar depreciates from ________ per dollar to ________ per dollar.A) 100￥; 50￥B) 10￥; 5￥C) 5￥; 10￥D) 50￥; 100￥Answer: AAACSB: Analytical Thinking21) If the dollar appreciates from 1.5 Brazilian reals per dollar to 2.0 reals per dollar, the real depreciates from ________ per real to ________ per real.A) $0.67; $0.50B) $0.33; $0.50C) $0.75; $0.50D) $0.50; $0.67E) $0.50; $0.75Answer: AAACSB: Analytical Thinking22) When the exchange rate for the British pound changes from $1.80 per pound to $1.60 per pound, then, holding everything else constant, the pound has ________ and ________ expensive.A) appreciated; British cars sold in the United States become moreB) appreciated; British cars sold in the United States become lessC) depreciated; American wheat sold in Britain becomes moreD) depreciated; American wheat sold in Britain becomes lessAnswer: CAACSB: Analytical Thinking23) If the dollar depreciates relative to the Swiss francA) Swiss chocolate will become cheaper in the United States.B) American computers will become more expensive in Switzerland.C) Swiss chocolate will become more expensive in the United States.D) Swiss computers will become cheaper in the United States.Answer: CAACSB: Analytical Thinking24) Everything else held constant, when a country's currencyappreciates, the country's goods abroad become ________ expensive and foreign goods in that country become ________ expensive.A) more; lessB) more; moreC) less; lessD) less; moreAnswer: AAACSB: Analytical Thinking25) Everything else held constant, when a country's currency depreciates, its goods abroad become ________ expensive while foreign goods in that country become ________ expensive.A) more; lessB) more; moreC) less; lessD) less; moreAnswer: DAACSB: Analytical Thinking。
考博英语(词汇)练习试卷36(题后含答案及解析)
考博英语（词汇）练习试卷36(题后含答案及解析) 题型有：1. Structure and V ocabularyStructure and V ocabulary1．The English language contains a(n)______of words which are comparative seldom used in ordinary conversation.A．altitudeB．latitudeC．multitudeD．attitude正确答案：C解析：multitude意为“大量”，a multitude of words意为“大量词语”。
A项altitude意为“高度，海拔”；B项latitude意为“纬度”；D项attitude意为“态度”。
这四个词是同形异义词。
知识模块：词汇2．It’s a serious crime that people______goods out of China to avoid paying customs duty.A．shipB．smuggleC．launchD．load正确答案：B解析：A项“用船运”；B项“走私”；C项“发射”；D项“装载”。
知识模块：词汇3．Recently the car factory had to carry out personnel______because of financial trouble.A．cutsB．demandsC．reductionsD．orders正确答案：A解析：A项“裁员”；B项“需求”；C项“减小”；D项“订单”。
知识模块：词汇4．Falling sales and rising overheads have obliged the company to review each customer’s______limit.A．creditB．currencyC．checkD．certificate正确答案：A解析：A项“信贷”；B项“货币”；C项“支票”；D项“证书”。
大学英语试卷及参考答案
大学英语试卷及参考答案Part I: Multiple Choice (共25题，每题1分，共25分）Choose the best answer from the options given and mark the corresponding letter on your answer sheet.1. Among the three books, I would recommend ________.A. the second oneB. secondC. the two bookD. two book2. I have two ________.A. thesisesB. thesisC. thesesD. thesi3. Have you seen ________ new movie?A. aB. anC. theD. /4. Students in our school ________ a winter holiday for a month.A. haveB. hasC. havingD. had5. I can't drive you to the airport today － I ________ my car to my brother.A. lentB. lendC. have lentD. will lend6. The population of the world ________ so fast that there will be serious problem.A. increasesB. have increasedC. increaseD. increased7. I like body-building, but I have no ________.A. muscleB. musclesC. muscularistD. musculous8. Teachers ________ students on their academic performance.A. evaluateB. evaluate toC. are evaluatingD. are evaluated9. The laundry shop charges $5 ________ a shirt.A. to washB. washingC. washedD. wash10. The yellow T-shirt is $10 ________ the blue one.A. expensive thanB. more expensive thanC. expensive toD. more expensive to11. We ________ fast food because it is not good for our health.A. avoid to eatB. avoid eatingC. avoid eatD. avoid eating to12. Tom ________ not only as an English teacher, but also as a friend.A. sawB. seeC. seenD. sees13. ________ his advice, I would not have achieved such success.A. If it isn't forB. If it was not forC. If it hadn't been forD. If not was14. Don't shout ________. I can hear you clearly.A. in a loud voiceB. in loudlyC. loudD. loudly15. I have ________ to say about the matter.A. a fewB. littleC. a littleD. a lot16. The tall building, ________ color is blue, is our school's new library.A. whichB. which'sC. whoD. whose17. She ________ to read before she went to school.A. has learnedB. have learntC. had learnedD. had been learning18. Hurry up! The bus ________ in five minutes.A. leavesB. will leaveC. has leftD. will be leaving19. There are many photos on the wall. ________ is taken in New York.A. Some of themB. One of themC. Both of themD. A few of them20. Susan, ________ mother is a doctor, wants to be a doctor herself.A. whoB. whoseC. thatD. whom21. ________ busy, he always has time to help others.A. Although beingB. Despite beingC. BeingD. Even if22. Paris is a city________ many tourists from all over the world.A. whereB. whenC. whichD. who23. I never knew he was such an excellent pianist ________ I heard him play last night.A. ifB. whenC. untilD. since24. Walk ________ you will reach the bank.A. alongB. passC. throughD. by25. My brother is two years older ________ me.A. fromB. thanC. forD. withPart II: Reading Comprehension (共4篇，每篇5题，每题2分，共40分）Read the passages carefully and choose the best answer to each question from the options given. Mark the corresponding letter on your answer sheet.Passage 1To celebrate my 20th birthday, my brother bought me a ticket for a skydiving experience. It was something I had always dreamt of doing, so I was overly excited. On our way to the airfield, my brother asked me if I was nervous. Though my heart was racing, I wanted to appear composed, so I replied, “Not at all!”Once we arrived, we were given a short training lesson. We were harnessed to the instructor who was responsible for making sure everything went smoothly. As I waited for my turn, my nerves began to get the better of me. Doubt and fear crept in, making me rethink my decision. I thought about how it was not too late to back out and just watch my brother enjoy his jump. But I didn't want to chicken out and regret it later.Finally, it was my turn. As the plane ascended, I watched as others jumped out and disappeared into the sky. It was now my time at the edge of the plane, with the wind howling and the birds screeching in the distance. I glanced back at my brother, who gave me a grin of encouragement. Taking a deep breath, I leapt into the unknown. The feeling of free-falling was exhilarating, and the view from above was absolutely breathtaking. As the parachute opened, I embraced the tranquility of the moment and felt a sense of accomplishment.When it was all over, my brother hugged me and said he was proud of me. It was an unforgettable experience, and I was grateful to have conquered my fears and taken that leap of faith.26. Why was the author initially excited on the way to the airfield?A. Because skydiving was a long-awaited dream.B. Because the author had never been on a plane before.C. Because the author wanted to watch others skydive.D. Because the author felt confident and composed.27. What made the author hesitate before jumping?A. Fear and doubt about the decision to skydive.B. A last-minute change of mind.C. Concern for the instructor's experience.D. Worry about the weather conditions.28. How did the author feel after jumping out of the plane?A. Thrilled and exhilarated by free-falling.B. Regretful and disappointed by the experience.C. Anxious and scared about the parachute opening.D. Content and satisfied with watching others jump.29. What did the author's brother do during the skydiving experience?A. He jumped before the author.B. He stayed on the plane during the jump.C. He filmed the author's jump from the ground.D. He encouraged and supported the author.30. How does the author feel about the skydiving experience in the end?A. Grateful and proud of overcoming fears.B. Nervous and apprehensive about the outcome.C. Disappointed and regretful of the decision.D. Excited and determined to jump again.Passage 2Does it seem like the price of everything is going up? It’s true that prices for many goods and services have risen in recent years. But these increases are not the inflation (通货膨胀) we experienced in the 1970s. Those price increases were caused by rapidly rising wages and the costs of raw materials used in making products. But these cost increases are usually passed along tothe consumer in the form of higher prices. Today, two other factors are causing prices to rise: supply and demand, and the value of the dollar (美元).A shortage of goods can cause prices to go up. For example, if there is a freeze in the citrus area, the price for orange juice will increase. If there is a shortage of electrical power, the price of electricity will go up. In the past, OPEC (组织产油国家) was the main cause of oil shortages and the high price of oil. Today, the price of oil goes up for a variety of other reasons.The value of the dollar also affects prices. If the value of the dollar falls, imported goods become more expensive. This is a good thing for American manufacturers (制造商), whose goods and services are now cheaper. But it is bad news for everyone else. That’s because 40% of goods sold in the United States are imported.Another factor that causes prices to change is the cost of transportation. When transportation costs go up, so do prices. For example, if you ship goods, and gas prices rise, it costs more to move things from one place to another. These higher costs are passed along to the consumer in the form of higher prices.31. What caused the inflation in the 1970s?A. Rapidly rising wages.B. A shortage of goods.C. The cost of transportation.D. The value of the dollar.32. What can cause prices to go up now?A. A shortage of goods.B. The value of the dollar.C. The cost of transportation.D. All of the above.33. Why is a fall in the value of the dollar bad for most people?A. Imported goods become more expensive.B. It increases manufacturing costs.C. Transportation costs go up.D. All of the above.34. What has happened to transportation costs?A. They have gone down.B. They have remained the same.C. They have increased.D. They have become cheaper.35. According to the passage, what is true about the price of oil today?A. It is caused by OPEC.B. It used to be much higher than it is now.C. It is affected by a variety of factors.D. It has not changed very much over time.Passage 3After finishing high school, many young people from small towns and villages want to study in big cities. These young people usually have big dreams and high expectations about their future city life. However, city life can be both exciting and challenging.Big cities offer a wide range of educational opportunities. There are many top universities and colleges in cities, providing students with more choices for their future careers. Additionally, cities usually have a wealth of libraries, theaters, museums, and other cultural institutions, allowing young people to expand their knowledge and cultural experiences.Furthermore, big cities often have better job prospects. Many companies and industries are located in cities, offering a greater variety of employment opportunities compared to small towns or villages. This can be particularly beneficial for graduates who are looking to kick-start their careers and gain valuable work experience.On the other hand, city life can be extremely competitive and fast-paced. Living costs, such as housing, food, and transportation, are usually higher in cities. This puts financial pressure on young people, especially those who are still studying or trying to find a job. Additionally, the fast pace of city life can be overwhelming for individuals who are used to a slower and more relaxed lifestyle.Moreover, big cities can be crowded and noisy. With the large population and heavy traffic, commuting to work or university can be a major challenge. The hustle and bustle of city life can sometimes leaveyoung people feeling isolated and lonely, as it can be difficult to establish a close community and make genuine connections.36. What attracts young people to big cities?A. Educational opportunities.B. Job prospects.C. Cultural institutions.D. All of the above.37. What is one challenge of city life mentioned in the passage?A. High living costs.B. Limited job opportunities.C. Lack of cultural institutions.D. Slow-paced lifestyle.38. Why do cities offer more employment opportunities?A. They have more companies and industries.B. They have better educational institutions.C. They have cheaper living costs.D. They have slower-paced lifestyles.39. What is a potential downside of city life?A. High population density.B. Limited cultural experiences.C. Insufficient job prospects.D. Slow-paced lifestyle.40. How might young people feel in the bustling city environment?A. Overwhelmed and isolated.B. Relaxed and comfortable.C. Excited and connected.D. Anxious and bored.Passage 4The fashion industry has long been associated with glamorous designs and high-profile events. However, as sustainability becomes a growing concern, the industry is now embracing the concept of "eco-fashion." Eco-fashion refers to clothing, accessories, and footwear that are produced in an environmentally friendly and socially responsible way.Sustainability in fashion involves various aspects of the production process. One of the main focuses is on materials. Designers are encouraged to use natural, organic, and recycled materials instead of materials that are harmful to the environment. For example, organic cotton, hemp, and bamboo are popular choices as they require less water and pesticides for production.Another key aspect of eco-fashion is ethical production. This means ensuring fair wages and safe working conditions for garment workers. Manybrands now prioritize working with factories that are certified to meet ethical standards. Additionally, eco-fashion advocates for reducing waste through recycling and upcycling. Instead of disposing of unwanted clothing, eco-conscious individuals find ways to extend the lifespan of their clothes by repairing, reusing, or giving them second-hand.Eco-fashion is not only beneficial for the environment but also for consumers. Many sustainable fashion brands focus on creating timeless and durable pieces that are meant to be worn for years, rather than following fast fashion trends that encourage frequent buying and discarding of clothing. By investing in high-quality, eco-friendly fashion, consumers can reduce their environmental footprint and contribute to a more responsible industry.41. What is eco-fashion?A. Fashion that promotes sustainability.B. Fashion that follows the latest trends.C. Fashion that is glamorous and high-profile.D. Fashion that involves recycling and upcycling.42. Why are natural and organic materials preferred in eco-fashion?A. They are cheaper to produce.B. They require less water and pesticides.C. They are more glamorous and high-profile.D. They contribute to fast fashion trends.43. What does ethical production in eco-fashion focus on?A. Long-lasting and durable pieces.B. Reducing waste through recycling and upcycling.C. Fair wages and safe working conditions.D. Following fast fashion trends.44. What do eco-conscious individuals do to extend the lifespan of their clothes?A. Dispose of unwanted clothing.B. Buy new clothes frequently.C. Repair, reuse, or give clothes second-hand.D. Encourage garment workers to make more clothes.45. How can consumers contribute to a more responsible fashion industry?A. By following fast fashion trends.B. By investing in high-quality, eco-friendly fashion.C. By promoting glamorous designs and high-profile events.D. By increasing the environmental footprint.。
高二英语英语中的货币表达完形填空题30题答案解析版
高二英语英语中的货币表达完形填空题30题答案解析版1In today's global economy, the role of different currencies is crucial. The US dollar remains a dominant force in international trade. However, the euro and the yen also play important roles. The exchange rates between these major currencies can fluctuate greatly, affecting businesses and consumers alike. When traveling abroad, it's essential to understand the value of different ___1___. Also, international companies need to manage their finances carefully to deal with the uncertainties of currency markets. The rise and fall of currencies can have a significant impact on the global economy.1. A. currencies B. goods C. services D. people答案：A。
文章围绕货币在全球经济中的作用展开，此处应选“currencies”（货币）。
B 选项“goods”（商品）、C 选项“services”（服务）和D 选项“people” 人）均与文章主题不符。
In international trade, companies often have to deal with different ___2___. They need to calculate the costs and profits accurately based on the exchange rates. Some countries try to stabilize their own currency to promote economic growth. The value of a currency is determined by many factors, such as interest rates, inflation, and political stability.2. A. prices B. currencies C. products D. markets答案：B。
falling down翻译
falling down翻译falling down翻译:倒下。
[词典] 滴溜；堕坠;[例句]Service was outstandingly friendly and efficient, falling down on only one detail服务态度极佳，效率也蛮高，仅在一个小地方不尽人意。
The glory of life lies in never surrendering and standing up after falling down.生活得伟大之处在于永不放弃，跌倒了还能爬起来。
I made money like crazy, even wanted to grasp a handful of mud when falling down.我在外拚命挣钱, 跌倒了还想抓把泥呢!Mr. Black was afraid to climb the tree, for he was afraid of falling down from it.布莱克先生不敢爬树，因为他怕从树上掉下来。
Service was outstandingly friendly and efficient, falling down on only one detail.服务态度极佳，效率也蛮高，仅在一个小地方不尽人意。
Dim the stage lights down during scene two, when evening is supposed to be falling.在第二场, 剧中该是黄昏降临的时候, 要使舞台灯光渐暗。
As the pound was falling against the dollar, it was dragging the yuan down with it.英镑当时正对美元贬值，也就连累法币跟着一同贬值。
Lenders want bigger down payments to protect against the falling value of collateral.贷款方希望购房者首付更多好抵御抵押价值下降。
关于财富的英语谚语
关于财富的英语谚语First essay:There are many sayings about wealth that I find interesting and inspiring. One that stands out to me is “money doesn’t grow on trees”. This saying means that money is not easily obtained and requires hard work and effort to acquire. I think this saying encourages people to work hard and not expect things to be handed to them.Another saying that I find valuable is “time is money”. This saying emphasizes the importance of not wasting time and using it wisely to make the most out of one’s financial opportunities. This saying encourages people to be efficient and productive in their daily life.The saying “a penny saved is a penny earned” also resonates with me. This saying highlights the importance of saving money and being ca utious with one’s spending. It reminds us that every small amount saved can add up to something significant in the long run.In conclusion, these sayings about wealth offer valuable insights into the importance of hard work, time management, and financial responsibility. They serve as daily reminders to make the most of our opportunities and to be mindful of our spending habits. Writing focus: The author introduces three proverbs related to wealth and explains their meanings. The essay nicely develops the three points. The conclusion is brief and sums up the content of the essay well.Use of words: The author uses the words “interesting” and “inspiring” to describe their connection to the proverbs. The essay uses tenses consistently and accurately, and the vocabulary is suitable for a student writer.Second essay:When it comes to wealth sayings, the one that I find most applicable to my life is “money can’t buy happiness”. This saying means that material possessions and wealth do not automatically lead to a happy life. This saying reminds me that there are things in life more important than money, such as family, friends, and personal well-being.Another saying that I find insightful is “rich people have problems too”. This saying emphasizes that wealth does not solve all problems and that even wealthy people face challenges in life. This saying encourages a sense of compassion and empathy towards people who may appear to have everything.Lastly, a saying that I find thought-provoking is “the love ofmo ney is the root of all evil”. This saying highlights the dangers of greed and the negative effects that excessive focus on money can have on one’s life. This reminds me to avoid becoming too obsessed with money and to value other things in life.In summary, these wealth sayings offer important reminders about the true value of wealth, the problems that come with it, and the importance of avoiding greed. These wise sayings can serve as guidance in navigating the financial world and lead to a morebalanced and fulfilling life.Writing focus: The author clearly states the three sayings and provides analysis to show their relevance in their life. The essay is well-organized and the ideas are developed cohesively.Use of words: The author uses the words “applicable”, “insightful”, and “thought-provoking” to describe their thoughts on the proverbs. The essay uses tenses accurately and uses appropriate vocabulary for a student writer. Overall, the author shows a good understanding of the meanings of the proverbs and their importance in everyday life.。
2023年11月北京地区成人本科学士学位英语统一考试真题资料
北京地区成人本科学士学位英语统一考试11月Part I Reading Comprehension (30%)Directions: There are three passages in this part. 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 blacken the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet.Passage 1Questions 1 to 5 are based on the following passage:Jarden Zinc Products, a large zinc plant a few miles outside Greeneville, Tennessee, has a special claim. Since 1982, it has been the only supplier of penny blanks for the U.S. Mint (铸币厂). It's a good business for Jarden-since , the company has earned more than $ 800 million. But it may not be a good deal for the U.S.(76) The value of the penny has been dropping for years. In , it began to cost more than a penny to make a penny. It now costs 2 C to produce a 1 C coin. Many countries have stopped using pennies. Is it time for the U.S. to do the same?Jarden and the zinc industry are fighting to keep the penny. Since , Jarden has given $1.2 million to Americans for Common Cents (ACC). The group's mission is to keep the penny in use. Mark Weller is ACC's executive director. He argues that there are three main reasons for keeping the penny: Without it, we would become more reliant on the five-cent coin, which also has problems; charities（慈善机构）that depend on penny drives would not be able to raise as much money; and a survey shows that 67% of Americans want to keep the penny. (77) Many people surveyed said they feared they would end up paying more for products.Many experts disagree with ACC, They point to the dozens of countries that have gotten rid of their lowest-value coins without raising prices for consumers. And charities don't seem too concerned either.President Barack Obama says the mint could explore using cheaper metals to make pennies. Steel is less expensive than zinc. Pennies are 97.5% zinc and 2.5% copper. But no matter what it is made of, the penny's days may be numbered. Most in-store purchases are now made with credit cards, not cash. Is it time for a change?1. what is the main idea of the passage?A.Many countries are trying to reduce the cost of making coins.B.These days a penny made is a penny wasted.C.There is disagreement over whether the U.S. should stop using pennies.D.Many countries have stopped using pennies.2.The mission of ACC is to ______.A. conduct online surveysB.lower the production costs of the pennyC. raise money for charitiesD.keep the penny in use3. The penny coin is mainly made of _____.A. copperB. steelC. ironD. zinc4. What does the sentence "the penny's days may be numbered" in the last paragraph probably mean?A.The penny may be out of use very soon.B.The value of the penny may rise.C.The penny has a special place in American history.D.The penny is part of American culture.5. According to the passage, which of the following statements is NOT TRUE?A.Jarden is the sole supplier of the zinc the U.S. Mint uses to make the penny.B. The majority of American people are in favor of keeping the penny.C. Many Americans fear that getting rid of the penny would cause prices to rise.D. The U.S. Mint now spends 2.4 cents to make a penny.Passage 2Questions 6 to 10 are based on the following passage:Charles Dickens was born in 1812 in Portsmouth, England. He was the second of eight children. His father always had problems with money. When Charles was 12 years old, his father went to prison because he was in debt. Charles had to leave school to help his family. He got a job in a dirty, old factory. Charles Dickens never forgot his difficult childhood. Many of his stories and books were about poor people and their problems.(78)Later, Charles went back to school for two more years. He left school when he was 15 years old to become a newspaper reporter. In 1836, he began to write The Pickwick Papers. It was published as a series and was a huge success. By age 24, Dickens was a prominent writer in both Great Britain and the United States.Many people bought his books, but they also paid to hear him read his stories aloud. Because there was no radio or television, people liked to hear famous writers read in public. Dickens read his works like he was acting in a play. He went on very successful reading tours and earned a lot of money.Dickens was meticulous (过度注意琐事旳）. Everything had to be just right. When he worked at home, everything had to be in its place. He worked at a desk by a window that always had a vase (花瓶) of flowers and the same ornaments (装饰物) on it. (79)He wrote 2, 000 words a day and he required complete quiet while he wrote. He divided his page into three parts, and on each side he had notes in difficult colors. The main writing was in middle, the story notes were in the right margin, and the chapter notes were in the left margin.He also cared a lot about his appearance.6. Charles Dickens' father was put into prison because he .A.stole money from other peopleB. refused to pay taxC. didn't pay for his children's educationD. owed money to other people7. According to the passage, which of the following is TRUE ?A. Dickens loved to travelB. Dickens' stories were mostly about his own childhoodC. Dickens made a lot of money on his reading toursD. Dickens left school to write The Pickwick Papers8. According to the passage, which of the following about Dickens is TRUE ?A. He was a peaceful personB. He was a quiet writerC. He worked very hard at schoolD. He cared a lot about things around him9. The word "prominent" in the second paragraph means________ .A. FamousB. ThoughtfulC. CarefulD. difficult10. After the last paragraph, the author will most probably discuss Dickens' .A. SuccessB. AppearanceC. WorksD. childhoodPassage 3Questions 11 to 15 are based on the following passage:Computer technology is advancing so fast that old hardware quickly becomes completely obsolete. The electronic waster (e-waste) from this constantly growing field is polluting the environment, both here and abroad.Computers contain toxic (有毒旳) materials such as lead. Despite the danger of throwing these hazardous materials in a landfill (垃圾填埋场), that's exactly where tons of computers end up. Americans reuse or recycle only about 10 percent of the 50 million computers they replace each year, according to ABC News. Eighty percent is being stockpiled (囤积), which could create even bigger problems in the future, and the remaining 10 percent is landfilled. Throwing e-waste in landfills creates a potential for landfills are tougher in the United States than in many othercountries, e-waste is often exported, especially to some developing countries.(80)Some countries are creating policies to deal with the growing e-waste problem. In the Netherlands, you can bring your old computer to the seller when buying a new one, and the seller must by law accept it free of charge. Japan passed a law in requiring producers to recycle certain parts.In the united states, a movement called the Computer TakeBack Campaign is demanding that producers take more responsibility for disposing of (处理) old computers, California and Massachusetts recently prohibited certain computer parts in landfills, while Apple and IBM take back computers for about a $30 fee. Gateway is one step ahead: They will pay you $50 for recycling your old computer when you buy a new one from them. Lastly, many nonprofit programs accept used equipment, and services have popped up that distribute old computers to schools and other organizations.11. Which of the following is the best title for the passage?A. The Main Exports of AmericaB. The Computer TakeBack CampaignC. The Harm of E-waste TreatmentD. Electronic Waste-a Global Problem12. What does the word "obsolete" in the first paragraph probably mean?A. FashionableB. UsefulC. Out of dateD. Out of control13.Americans reuse about______ million computers each year.A. 5B. 10C. 15D. 2014. According to the passage, American electronic waste is exported to other countries because these countries have_______.A. the resources and more space to process the e-wasteB. less strictly enforced environment safety standardsC. a lot of skilled e-waste workersD. many computer recycling businesses15. According to the passage, which of the following statements is TRUE?A. Japan passed a law to address the e-waste problemB. Compared with stockpile, landfill is a better and safer method to deal with e-wasteC. Apple will pay you $50 for recycling your old computer when you buy a new one from themD. Old computers are safe to the environment even when improperly disposed ofPart II Vocabulary and Structure (30%)Directions: In this part there are 30 incomplete sentences. For each sentence there are four choices marked A, B, C and D. Choose the ONE answer that best completes the sentence. Then blacken the Corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet.16. The fried fish we ate at the restaurant yesterday is delicious. I'd like to have it again even if it costs____.A.as twice muchB. twice as muchC. much as twiceD. as much twice17. ____too much to do, they have to keep themselves busy all day long.A. HavingB. HaveC. HadD. Being18. Air pollution, together with overpopulation, ____ many problems in big cities.A. are causingB. is causingC. are causedD. is caused19. She has no idea of what the book is about. She ____ have read it carefully.A.mustn’tB.can'tC.shouldn'tD.needn't20. ____ from space, our earth, with water covering 70% of its surface, appears as a "blue planet".A. SeeingB. To be seenC. SeenD. Having seen21. The mere fact____ most people believe a nuclear war would be mad does not mean that it will not occur.A. whatB. whichC. thatD. why22. It was____ he had made such great contributions to world peace that he won the Nobel Prize for Peace.A.thatB.becauseC.howD.why23. If it ____tomorrow, we won't go for a picnic.A. Will rainB. should rainC. rainsD. rained24. The number of members in the club____ to two hundred.A. were limitedB. limitsC. was limitedD. limited25. There are many fashion shops and expensive restaurants on ____ sides of the street.A. all B, each C, both D.every26. I went to____ London yesterday and saw ____strange old man and a little girl, begging by the roadside.A./;aB.a;/C./;theD.the;/27. John, let's take a taxi,_____?A. Will youB. Shall weC. would youD. should we28. Of all the girls in the class Jane studies the____ .A. hardB. harderC. hardestD. hardly29. Do you know the girl____father died in a car accident last week?A.whoB.thatC.whomD.whose30. When the violinist finished his performance, the audience stood up and ____for five minutes.A.actedB.clappedC.backedD.closed31. She doesn't want to listen to you now; she has something urgent to____.A. talk withB. laugh atC. cope withD. warm up32. I can't find my keys! Can you help me ____ them?A. dream aboutB. look forC. see throughD. speak of33. A: ____ Madam, Is there a post office near here?B: Keep on going ahead. Turn right at the first crossroads. Then you'll find one there.A. SorryB. You are welcomeC. Excuse meD. Thanks a lot34. The American couple have____ a two-year-old child, who lost his parents in an earthquake.A. adjustedB. affordedC. approvedD. adopted35. You should be ____ of yourself, telling lies at your age.A. ashamedB. accurateC. adequateD.attractive36. No sooner had he sat down to lunch____there was a knock at the door.A. whenB. thatC. asD. than37. This kind of computer is____. handling all kinds of information.A. capable toB. able toC. capable ofD. able of38. Please sit down and make yourself____.A. in the roomB. fineC. easyD. at home39. He offered to____her a hand as the suitcase was too heavy for her to carry.A.borrowB.helpC.lendD.show40. Don't let the child play with scissors ____he cuts himself.A. in caseB. so thatC. now thatD. only if41. Let me give you a ____ of how the computer works.A. demonstrationB. differenceC. deductionD. distinction42. ________ the rain, we would have had a pleasant trip to the countryside.A. Because ofB. Due toC. Thanks toD. But for43. The textbook is for the ____ students, not for the beginners.A. foreignB. blindC. advancedD. deaf44. By the end of next month he ____ everything in school.A. will finishB. would have finishedC. finishesD. will have finished45. Sam: I don't drink coffee at all.Frank:____ .A. So don't IB. I do eitherC. Nor I doD. Neither do IPart III Identification (10%)Directions: Each of the following sentences has four underlined parts marked A, B, C and D. Identify the one that is not correct. Then blacken the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet.46. [Should] she [come] tomorrow, I [will] take her [to the museum].A B C D47. [Only] in [this] way [we can] wipe [out] the enemy troops.A B C D48. [In fact] I [would rather] leave [for] San Francisco than [staying] in Los Angeles.A B C D49. [Next weekend] he [will] visit the airport [which] he [worked] 30 years ago.A B C D50. [Since] it's raining [hard] now we [had better] to put off our sports meet [till next week].A B C D51. Though Jane [tried] [her best] this time, [but] she still failed [in] the math exam.A B C D52. [The next morning] the first thing [my brother and me] [did] was to go out [for a walk] in the forest. A B C D53. [The little boy] runs [very faster] than [most] of his classmates [in the school].A B C D54. She [liked] her job [as] a waitress [because] she enjoyed [to meet people].A B C D55. There [are] many children [and] adults [whom] behavior[is] generally unacceptable.A B C DPart IV Cloze (10%)Directions: There are 20 blanks in the following passage, and for each blank there are 4choices marked A, B, C and D at the end of the passage. You should choose ONE answer that best fits into the passage. Then blacken the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet.I have a friend who put her career on hold after she got married and had children. She stayed at home until the oldest was four years old, 56 she began doing part-time jobs to get out of the house. That wasn't enough, so she took a full-time job, which 57 her to travel. She was making more money than her husband, even 58 four years off the market. Her in-laws, who believe a woman's only function is housekeeping, 59 to her husband with their negative opinions. Emotionally torn (受折磨旳）, he wanted to 60 his wife but was conditioned by loyalty (忠诚) to his parents' ideals. Naturally, his wife also felt 61,eager to purse her vision but emotionally invested in her husband and family.I 62 her to go with her vision, because it's her life. Too many women give up their career dreams to 63 a relationship. That's traditional, but it can 64 you crazy. And some dreams, if you don't purse them in time, will pass you 65 . When you're finally free to go 66 them, you've 67 the window of opportunity. After further discussion, her husband went along, 68 he valued the relationship as much as she did.Conversely (相反地) , a former student, whose husband felt 69 by her earning more money than he did, ended her 70 consulting practice and gave up a six-figure income. To 71 conflict in her relationship, she abandoned her passion. Maybe she should have abandoned her husband's 72 thinking and surrounded herself instead with people who believed in her.A relationship must be mutually 73 , and any genuine relationship will adjust to change. When you recognize that a relationship is putting out your fire, ask yourself 74 you should gracefully go away and realize your dreams. Communicate how much your vision means to you, do it in a relationship-friendly 75 , and the people in your life will surprise you.56A. what B. where C. which D. when57A. requested B. aroused C. required D. provided58A.beside B.after C.beyond D.before59A. complained B. governed C. quarreled D. sympathized60A. separate B. guarantee C. support D. oppose61A. relieved B. confirmed C. resolved D. conflicted62A. objected B. encouraged C. perceived D. released63A.protect B.destroy C.provide D.resemble64A. do B. drive C. look D. find65A.in B.out C.by D.off66A.among B.through C.before D.after67A.missed B.acquired C.received D.forgot68A.although B.while C.because D.however69A. conquered B. threatened C. transformed D. assured70A. successful B. thoughtful C. revolutionary D. primitive71A. explore B. defeat C. approach D. avoid72A. enforced B. limited C. ventured D. extended73A. logical B. successive C. beneficial D. synthetic74A. whether B. where C. how D. which75A.path B.route C.road D.wayPart V Translation (20%)Section ADirections: In this part there are five sentences which you should translate into Chinese. These sentences are all taken from the 3 passages you have just read in Reading Comprehension. You can refer back to the passages to identify their meanings in the context.76. The value of the penny has been dropping for year.77. Many people survey said they feared they would end up paying more for products.78. Later, Charles went back to school for two more years.79. He wrote 2, 000 words a day and he required complete quiet while he wrote.80. Some countries are creating policies to deal with the growing e-waste problem.Section BDirections: In this part there are five sentences in Chinese. You should translate them into English. Be sure to write clearly.81.这些人急需食物和水。
坏事变好事的英语作文
坏事变好事的英语作文When life throws us curveballs, it can be easy to get caught up in the negativity and feel like everything is falling apart. However, it's important to remember that even the worst situations can ultimately lead to positive outcomes. In fact, some of the greatest successes and personal growth can come from overcoming adversity.One such example is the story of Wilma Rudolph, a remarkable athlete who overcame incredible odds to become an Olympic champion. As a child, Wilma suffered from a variety of health issues, including scarlet fever, measles, and polio, which left her with a paralyzed left leg. Doctors told her family that she would never walk again, let alone compete in sports. But Wilma was determined to prove them wrong.With the support of her family and community, Wilma underwent intensive physical therapy and slowly regained the use of her leg. She started playing basketball and running track in high school, and her natural athletic ability soon became apparent. Despite facing discrimination and segregation as a black woman in the 1950s,Wilma persevered and earned a spot on the 1960 U.S. Olympic team.At the Rome Olympics, Wilma made history by becoming the first American woman to win three gold medals in a single Olympic Games. She won the 100m, 200m, and 4x100m relay events, setting new world records in the process. Wilma's incredible accomplishments not only inspired her community, but also helped to challenge the societal barriers that had once held her back.Wilma's story is a testament to the power of resilience and the ability to turn adversity into triumph. By refusing to let her physical limitations define her, she was able to achieve greatness and become a role model for generations to come.Another example of how bad things can turn into good is the story of J.K. Rowling, the author of the beloved Harry Potter series. Before she achieved global fame and success, Rowling faced a series of personal and professional setbacks that could have easily derailed her dreams.In her early 20s, Rowling was struggling to make ends meet as a single mother, living on government assistance and dealing with depression. She had just gone through a difficult divorce and was facing an uncertain future. However, instead of giving up, Rowling channeled her pain and frustration into her writing, creating themagical world of Hogwarts and its endearing characters.Despite facing countless rejections from publishers, Rowling persisted and eventually found success with the first Harry Potter book. The series went on to become a global phenomenon, selling hundreds of millions of copies and spawning a multi-billion-dollar franchise. Rowling's story has inspired countless aspiring writers and entrepreneurs, showing that even the darkest of times can lead to the brightest of futures.In both Wilma Rudolph's and J.K. Rowling's cases, the adversity they faced ultimately fueled their success. By refusing to be defined by their challenges and instead using them as motivation to achieve their dreams, they were able to turn their misfortunes into remarkable triumphs.This idea of transforming bad situations into good is not limited to individual stories, but can also be seen on a larger scale. Throughout history, there are countless examples of social and political movements that have arisen in response to oppression and injustice, ultimately leading to positive change.The civil rights movement in the United States, for instance, was born out of the systemic racism and discrimination that African Americans faced for centuries. Despite the immense challenges and violencethey endured, leaders like Martin Luther King Jr. and Rosa Parks refused to back down, using nonviolent resistance to demand equality and justice. Their efforts ultimately led to the passing of landmark civil rights legislation and the dismantling of many of the barriers that had previously held their community back.Similarly, the women's suffrage movement in the early 20th century began as a response to the lack of political representation and rights for women. Faced with ridicule, imprisonment, and even physical violence, the suffragettes persisted in their fight for the right to vote, eventually securing the 19th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution and paving the way for greater gender equality.These examples demonstrate that even the most daunting obstacles can be overcome when people come together with a shared purpose and a determination to create positive change. By channeling their frustration and anger into constructive action, these movements were able to transform the status quo and improve the lives of countless individuals.Of course, the process of turning bad into good is not always easy or straightforward. It often requires resilience, patience, and a willingness to confront our own fears and biases. But when we are able to do so, the rewards can be truly transformative.By embracing a mindset of growth and possibility, we can learn to see challenges not as roadblocks, but as opportunities for personal and societal growth. We can use our experiences of adversity to develop greater empathy, problem-solving skills, and a deeper appreciation for the complexities of the human experience.Ultimately, the ability to transform bad situations into good is a testament to the incredible resilience and adaptability of the human spirit. It is a reminder that even in our darkest moments, there is always the potential for growth, healing, and positive change. By embracing this perspective, we can not only overcome our own personal struggles, but also work to create a more just, equitable, and compassionate world for all.。
2019年6月大学英语四级阅读练习题：金币的保值性
2019年6月大学英语四级阅读练习题：金币的保值性英语四级阅读200篇第200篇：金币的保值性Nearly everyone agrees that money doesn't buy as much as it used to, no matter where you want to spend it. This is certainly true of the paper money that passes so quickly through one's hands. Inflation(通货膨胀) eats away at its buying power just as the steady appetite of waves chews at sand cliffs. But what about coins that seem to do very little except wear out your purses and pockets? Unlike notes, metal money becomes more valuable the longer it is held, especially if it is put away where it won't get scratched or worn. Why is this? One reason is that coins, being more durable, fall more readily into a category for collectors. Naturally, the rarer gold pieces must become more valuable as the price of this metal goes up.But, curiously, one of the rarest coins in the world is not made of gold, but of the relatively cheaper silver. In 1804, the United States mint(造币厂) struck 19,570 silver dollars. That is what its records show. Today only six of this original number remain and these are unlikely ever toreach the auction market. So what happened to some 19,564 large silver coins, not the easiest sort of things to lose? One of the more romantic theories is that they were part of the payment to Napoleon for the American territory then known as Louisiana. But they never reached France. Somewhere in the Gulf of Mexico, the ship transporting them was sunk, either by a storm or by pirates (#￡&). The probable answer to the mystery is that they were melted down—since the silver value was greater than the actual value of the coin. What really happened to the rest will probably always remain a mystery. What is known is that whoever can come up with one will find himself instantly rich.26. It can be inferred from passage that_______.A. money buys as much as it did beforeB. money does not buy as much as it did beforeC. paper money buys more than metal moneyD. metal money buys more than paper money27. Which of the following is TRUE of a coin?A. The longer it is held, the less valuable it becomes.B. The more it wears out, the more valuable it becomes.C. The less it gets scratched, the less it values.D. The longer it lasts, the more it values.28. According to this passage, one of the rarest coins in the world is made of A. silver B. goldC. copperD. paper29. Coins become more valuable because_______.A. they wear out your purses and pocketsB. the price of metal goes upC. they fall more readily into a category for collectors due to their durationD. both B and C30. What really happened to some 19,564 large silver coins?A. They were melted down.B. They were sunk in the Gulf of Mexico.C. It is still a mystery.D. They were stolen by pirates.答案：26. B 27. D 28. A 29. D 30. C。
The rising dollar
The rising dollarGreen and backThe dollar is enjoying a rare period of strength. How far can the rally go?Jul 13th 2013 |From the print editionVISITORS to America this summer will find their money does not stretch quite as far as on previous trips. The dollar has risen this year against a broad range of currencies, so holiday purchases will be a bit pricier than usual. A strengthening dollar is a rare thing. The upward bursts in the early 1980s and the late 1990s were deviations from a generally falling trend. Since it was freed from the Bretton Woods system of fixed exchange rates four decades ago, the dollar has mostly fallen in value against other rich-world currencies. But a growing band of analysts reckon it is time for the greenback to regain a bit of lost ground.The immediate spur for optimism about the dollar is the recent signalling from the Federal Reserve that its purchases of bonds with newly created money may start to tail off as soon as September. The prospect of an end to quantitative easing has already pushed up long-term interest rates. The yieldon ten-year Treasuries has risen to 2.6% from a low of 1.6% in May. As yields rise, capital is attracted to America from riskier parts of the world. That in turn pushes up the dollar.The deeper cause of the dollar rally is the relative health of America’s economy. Bad mortgage debts have been cleaned out of banks. The housing market is recovering. Jobs are growing steadily. Non-farm employers added 195,000 workers to their payrolls in June, in line with the average increase so far this year.GDP growth has been modest even if it is likely to strengthen a bit. In an update to its projections, the IMF this week forecast that the American economy will grow by 2.7% next year. That is hardly a boom. But other big rich economies, such as Japan and Britain, cannot hope to do nearly as well. And the euro zone is still in recession.As if to underline these divergent fortunes central banks in Europe indicated earlier this month that looser monetary policy may still be required on their patch. Mario Draghi, the president of the European Central Bank (ECB), said on July 4th that the bank expects to keep its main interest rates “at present or lower levels for an extended period of time”. This was the first time the ECB had given explicit guidance about the future path of interest rates. It came shortly after a statement from the Bank of England’s monetary-policy committee, meeting for the first time under its new governor, Mark Carney, which said the British economy was still too weak to warrant the increases in the bank’s benchmark interest rate implied by recent rises in longer-term bond yields.The Fed’s own forward guidance about the probable “tapering” of its bond purchases is what pushed up these yields in Europe. As the extent to which monetary policy in America and Europe are on different paths becomes clear, the transatlantic gap in market interest rates is likely to widen. The dollar ought to rise further.Still shallowBut how much further? For now a fitful upwards grind of 5-7% against the other major currencies might well be the limit. America’s economy is doing well enough to give its currency a boost, but it is not yet so strong as to spur the sort of bull run the dollar enjoyed in the late 1990s. Even if the Fed dials back bond purchases soon, it might be years before it raises its benchmark interest rate from near zero. The Fed has said it will stay where it is until unemployment, now 7.6%, has fallen to 6.5%; on July 10th Ben Bernanke, its chairman, said the rate could stick at near zero long after that. And the Fed would itself react to a fast-rising dollar: no rich country is keen to have a strongcurrency when growth is scarce. That is why the dollar rally will be a shallow one, says Kit Juckes, an analyst at Société Générale.There may also be a limit to how far the euro can fall. The euro zone’s sovereign-debt crisis has dragged on for more than three years. Yet in all that time the euro could rarely be described as cheap. And even after the monetary-policy steers from the Fed and the ECB, the euro is still a bit above the fair value of $1.26 suggested by the Big Mac index, our rough-and-ready guide to currencies (see article).One reason for this resilience might be that euros are harder for foreigners to earn than dollars are: the euro zone has a large current-account surplus whereas America has a big deficit. Another is that China’s cent ral bank may have used any temporary weakness in the euro as an opportunity to diversify its huge reserves away from the dollar. Can the euro get below, say, $1.20? “You’ll have to ask the Chinese,” says a US-based hedge-fund manager.The dollar seems likely to make the biggest gains against emerging-market currencies. A handful of countries, including India and South Africa, which depend on foreign capital to finance their trade deficits have already seen their currencies fall by around 10% since the beginning of May, merely on the prospect that the Fed might take its foot off the monetary-policy pedal (see chart). As long as bond yields were low in America, rich-world investors were happy to buy emerging-market bonds. But such capital will be a lot harder to secure from America as quantitative easing comes to an end.Some emerging markets have already reportedly sold a slug of dollars from their foreign-exchange reserves to slow the descent of their currencies. Theremay be some second-round effects from this as these central banks then replenish their dollar reserves by selling some of their euros. By next summer visitors to America may find the dollar that bit stronger and their wallets emptying that bit faster.。
thefallinthevalueofthepound阅读理
thefallinthevalueofthepound阅读理The fall in value of the pound refers to a decline in the exchange rate of the British currency compared to other currencies, particularly major currencies like the US dollar or euro. This decline can have various causes and consequences.One possible cause for the fall in the value of the pound is a decrease in foreign demand for British goods and services. If other countries import fewer British products, there will be less demand for the pound, which will result in a decline in its value.Another cause can be changes in economic policies or political developments that create uncertainty about the future of the British economy. For example, Brexit, the decision of the United Kingdom to leave the European Union, led to a significant decrease in the value of the pound due to uncertainties surrounding trade agreements and the overall economic impact of the separation.Consequences of the fall in the value of the pound include both advantages and disadvantages. On one hand, it can boost exports as British goods become cheaper for foreign buyers, making them more competitive in international markets. This can help stimulate economic growth and create jobs.On the other hand, a weaker pound can lead to higher import prices, which can result in inflation and increase the cost of living for consumers. It can also have an impact on businesses that rely on imported goods or raw materials, as their costs may rise.Overall, the fall in the value of the pound can have both positive and negative effects on the British economy, depending on various factors such as the country's reliance on exports, the balance of trade, and the overall state of the global economy.。
thefallinthevalueofthepound阅读理
thefallinthevalueofthepound阅读理（实用版）目录1.文章概述2.英国脱欧对英镑价值的影响3.英镑贬值的原因4.英镑贬值对英国经济的影响5.英镑贬值对全球经济的影响6.结论正文1.文章概述本文将探讨英镑价值下跌的原因及其对英国和全球经济的影响。
自英国脱欧公投以来，英镑的价值一直波动不定，近期更是出现了大幅下跌。
本文将从多个角度分析这一现象，并探讨其对全球经济的影响。
2.英国脱欧对英镑价值的影响英国脱欧是导致英镑贬值的主要原因之一。
自 2016 年脱欧公投以来，英镑对美元和欧元的汇率都出现了明显下跌。
这是因为市场担忧英国脱欧后将面临一系列政治和经济挑战，这些挑战可能影响到英国的经济增长和贸易关系。
3.英镑贬值的原因除了英国脱欧之外，还有其他因素导致英镑贬值。
首先，英国的经济增长放缓，这使得市场对英镑的信心减弱。
其次，英国的贸易逆差扩大，导致英镑承受贬值压力。
最后，全球经济增长放缓以及地缘政治风险上升，也使得市场对英镑的需求减弱。
4.英镑贬值对英国经济的影响英镑贬值对英国经济产生了一定程度的影响。
一方面，贬值有利于英国的出口，因为英镑贬值使得英国的出口商品在国际市场上价格更具竞争力。
另一方面，英镑贬值会导致进口成本上升，从而推高国内物价，影响消费者购买力。
此外，贬值还可能导致资本外流和投资者信心下降，给英国经济带来不稳定因素。
5.英镑贬值对全球经济的影响英镑贬值对全球经济也产生了一定影响。
首先，英镑贬值可能导致全球汇率波动加剧，影响金融市场的稳定。
其次，英镑贬值可能加剧全球通货膨胀压力，因为进口成本上升会导致物价上涨。
最后，英镑贬值可能对全球贸易产生影响，因为英国是全球重要的贸易伙伴，其贸易政策的变化可能影响到其他国家。
6.结论总之，英镑贬值是受多种因素影响的结果，其中英国脱欧是主要原因。
英镑贬值对英国经济产生了一定程度的影响，包括出口利好、进口成本上升和通货膨胀压力等。
同时，英镑贬值也对全球经济产生了一定影响，包括汇率波动、通货膨胀压力和贸易影响等。
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The falling value of the dollar has become a major story in international finance. The value of a country's money is often thought to show the strength of its economy. But experts say this is not always the case. Changes in the value of currency help some parts of the economy and hurt others.
When people go to foreign countries, they have direct experience with the exchange rate of money. International travelers must use their own money to buy the currency of the country they are visiting. For example, Americans on holiday in a foreign country can buy more currency when the dollar has a high exchange value.
So a high exchange value is good for vacationers. It is not so good for exporting. A strong dollar means that American exports are more costly. Other countries are less likely to import products from the United States because they are too costly. American agricultural goods, computers and airplanes all are more costly on the world market when the dollar is strong.
However, sellers of foreign goods within the United States are helped by a strong dollar. A strong dollar means that American companies can buy more with the same amount of money. They can sell goods at a low price in the United States and still make a profit.
This means that Americans can buy more. Low prices increase demand for foreign goods in the United States. American companies and individuals then continue to buy less costly foreign goods. This helps to increase the American trade deficit.
A weak dollar helps American companies that do business overseas. For example, the American computer industry gains because its products are less costly to foreign buyers. Financial magazines report that technology companies like Intel and Microsoft have increased profits because of the weak dollar. Increased trade helps reduce the American trade deficit.
The United States Commerce Department keeps information on America's imports and exports. Information on the third quarter of two-thousand-three shows that America's trade deficit did fall. American exporters should gain the most from the falling dollar. But, the affect of the weakening dollar on the United States trade deficit remains to be seen.。