东南大学研究生学位英语试卷c
大学英语C统考题库.doc
大学英语C统考题库.doc大学英语C统考题库第一部分阅读1阅读理解1,考试为第1?5题，2选1, AB型，如不会，全选A,得6-9分给你一篇短文，短文后有5个句子，请根据短文内容对这5个句了进行判断。
认为对，选择 A True；认为错，选择B Falseo （共5小题；每小题3分，满分15分）本题库提供考试常见的7篇文章。
Passage 1One morning Joyce made some sandwiches for her husband's lunch. As there was a little meat left, she gave it to Henry, their little dog. Henry ate it quickly.During the morning the dog got ill. He wouldn't stop shaking his head, and he couldn't stand up properly. Joyce thought that it must have been the meat that gave him the trouble. She began to worry about her husband's lunch. She called her husband immediately.“Jim, I hope you haven't eaten any of those sandwiches? You have? Two? Well, listen, and don't eat any more. I gave Henry the last piece of meat, and he's ill. Get to the doctor, Jim, What? You feel all right? No, Jim, don't take a chance with your health. Please, and get some medicine."Jim came home and went to bed. He said he had taken some medicine but that made him very uncomfortable.The next morning Jim was fine. Henry seemed quite all right, too. At 8:00 the milkman came with the milk. "How's your dog this morning?” he asked. "Yesterday morning he and I had a little accident. He jumped at me, and I dropped a bottle of milk on his head.”1.Henry is Joyce's dogA. TrueB. False2.Henry began to feel ill after lunchtime.A. TrueB. False3.Joyce telephoned her husband because she thought the sandwiches had bad meat.A. TrueB. False4.Henry got ill because the meat was bad.A. TrueB. False5.Jim went to the doctor after his wife had called him.A. TrueB. False答案：ABABAPassage 2We continue our program for students from other countries who want to study in the United States. Last week, we talked about the University of Southern California. Students at U.S.C. get to experience life in America's second-largest city, Los Angeles, on the West Coast. This week, we discuss another school with a large number of foreign students. It is all the way across the country, in New York City.New York University has forty-eight thousand students. More than four thousand of them are from outside the United States.NYU offers many different programs of study. Also, students get to experience life in America's largest city. In fact, Gail Szenes tells us that NYU is the coolest school in the United States. Heropinion may have something to do with her job: she is director of the International Student Office at NYU.1、The largest city in the United States is New York city.A. TrueB. False2、T he word "coolest” in the third paragraph probably means coldest.A. TrueB. False3、N YU is short for New York University..A. TrueB. False4、A bout 48% of the students in New York University are from other countries.A. TrueB. False5、T his passage is mostly about school in the United States.A. TrueB. False答案：ABABBPassage 3Mark was walking home from school one day when he noticed a boy ahead of him. He had tripped （绊倒）and dropped all of the books he was carrying, along with some clothes, a baseball bat and a glove.Mark knelt （跪）down and helped the boy pick up the things. Since they were going the same way, he offered to carry some things for the boy.As they walked, Mark discovered the boy' s name was Bill. He loved video games, baseball and history, but he was havingtrouble with some of his subjects.They arrived at Bill" s home first. Mark was invited in for a Coke and to watch some television. The afternoon passed pleasantly with some laughs and talk. Then Mark went home.They continued to see each other around school, had lunch together once or twice, then both graduated from junior school.Three days before graduation, Bill asked Mark if they could talk.Bill reminded （提醒）Mark of the day years ago when they had first met. "Did you ever wonder why I was carrying so many things home that day?" asked Bill.“You see, I t ook away all my things from school. I had stored away some of my mother" s sleeping pills （安眠药）. I was going home to kill myself. But after we spent some time talking and laughing, 1 realized that if I had died, I would have missed so many good times. So you see, Mark, when you picked up those books that day, you did a lot more. You saved my life/'1.When Bill fell down on his way home, Mark helped him pick up the things.A. TrueB. False2.Bill was good at all of his subjects.3.At Bill' s home, they didn't have a pleasant talk.A. TrueB. False4.Three days before graduation, Bill asked Mark to talk because he wanted to tell him his storyA. TrueB. False5.Bill would have been dead without Mark's help.A. TrueB. False答案：ABBAAPassage 4Mrs. Jones was still cleaning the house when her husband came back from work. She was wearing dirty, old clothes and mo stockings （长袜）and her hair was not tidy. She looked dirty and tired. Her husband looked at her and said, ” Is this what I come home to see after a hard day's work?”Mr. Jones' neighbor , Mrs. Smith, was there. When she heard Mr. Jones' words, she quickly said goodbye and ran back to her house. Then she washed and combed （梳理）her hair carefully, put on her best dress and her most beautiful stockings, painted her face, and waited for her husband to come home.When he arrived, he was tired. He walked slowly into the house, saw his wife and stopped. Then he shouted （大喊）angrily, "And where are you going this evening T1.Mrs. Jones was washing off the dust on her face when here husband came back home fromwork.A. TrueB. False2.Mrs. Jones was Mrs. Smith neighbor.A. TrueB. False3.Mrs. Jones washed and brushed and combed her hair carefully after hearing her husband'swords.A. TrueB. False4.Mr. Smith was very glad to see her wife was very beautiful.A. TrueB. False5.The story tells us husbands may have different requirements to their wives.A. TrueB. False答案：BABBAPassage 5Can you think of a sentence in which the word "and” appears five times, without any words in between? There is one at the end of this story. There was once an inn which was called "The House and Cart”. It had a sign outside it which had a picture of a horse and cart on it, but the sign was getting very old, so the owner of the inn decided to have a new one made. He went to a painter and asked him to paint one, and to write "The Horse and Cart”on it in large letters. A few days later, he went to see how the painter was getting on. He liked the picture of the horse and cart very much, but he did not like the writing at all. He said to the painter, "No, no! There is too much space between HORSE and AND and AND and CART!”1.An inn is a small horse.A. TrueB. False2.There was a sign outside the innA. TrueB. False3.The owner of the inn decided to call a painter to paint a new sign.B. False4.The owner of the inn thought the letters on the sign were separated too widely.A. TrueB. False5.The owner liked the horse but not the letters.A. TrueB. False答案：BAAABPassage 6Everybody talks about the weather, but nobody does anything about it. It is true. People usually begin their talks with "Isn't it a nice day?” "Do you think it will rain?” "What a fine day!” etc.（等等）Many people think they can tell what the weather is going to be like. But they hardly agree withe ach other. One man may say, "Do you see how cloudy it is in the east? It's going to rain tomonow. ” Another man will say, "No, it's going to be fine tomorrow.''People often look for the weather they want. When a farmer needs water, he looks for something to tell him it's going to rain; he won't believe （相信）anything else. When friends have a travel,（旅游）they are sure the weather is going to clear up （晴朗）very quickly.Almost （几乎）everyone listens to what the weatherman says. But he doesn't always tell us what we want, and once in a while he makes a mistake.（犯错误）Still, he probably（可能）comes closer to being correct （正确）than anyone else.1."Nobody does something about the weather" means nobody can talk about weather.B. False2.Asking each others names is a common way to start a talk.A. TrueB. False3.When it is cloudy in the east, you can't make sure that it must be cloudy tomorrow.A. TrueB. False4.Many people hope the weather will be fine5.A weatherman probably is a man who reports weather.A. True 答案：ABBAAB. FalseA. TrueB. False答案：BBABAPassage 7If you go into the forest with friends, stay with them. If you don't, you may get lost, this is what you should do. Sit down and stay where you are. Don't try to find your friends-let them find you instead. You can help them find you by staying in one place. There is another way to help your friends or other people tofind you. You can shout or whistle （盼（Id 哨）three times. Stop. Then shout or whistle three times again. Any signal （信号）given three times is a call for help.Keep up shouting or whistling. Always three times together. When people hear you, they will know that you are not just making a noise for fun. They will let you know that they have heard your signal. They will give you two shouts or two whistles. When a signal is given twice, it is an answer to a call for help.If you don't think that you will get help before night comes, try to make a little house with branches （树枝），make yourself a bed with leaves and grass. When you need some water, you have to leave your little branch house to look for it. Don't just walk away. Pick off small branches and drop （扔卜）them as you walk in order to go back again easily. When you are lost, the most important thing to do is to stay in one place.1.If you get lost in the forest, you should stay in one place and give signals.A. TrueB. False2.shouting here and there is a call for help.A. TrueB. False3.When you hear two shouts or two whistles, you know that someone is afraid of an animal.A. TrueB. False4.When you leave your branch house to look for water, you should leave branches to find your way backA. TrueB. False5.The main idea of the passage is what you should do if you are lost in the forest.第二部分阅读2考试为第6-10题，为ABCD型给你一篇短文，短文后有5个问题，每个问题后有4个选项，请从A、B、C、D四个选项中选出一个正确选项。
东南大学2007研究生专业英语试卷
2007年硕士研究生专业英语考试卷Part 1 Translation (60 minutes) (60%)Section A: Translate the following paragraphs into Chinese (30 minutes) (30%)Managers advancing into the fog of the future tend to either cling to the fiction of prediction despite limited visibility or veer to the other extreme, relying on good luck and hustle and hoping for the best. Neither extreme is effective or necessary. Indeed, a careful examination of volatile markets over time reveals recurrent patterns. Understanding these patterns can help executives navigate a foggy future.It was only when the company began to look at customer information in a more holistic fashion - gathering, consolidating, and analyzing all of its customer interaction information in a single pool - that it was able to correct such inefficiencies. Now everyone who is delayed for, say, nine hours gets the same compensation, and when a gate agent hands a passenger a flight voucher, that transaction is reflected immediately in the customer information database. The passenger will be denied a second voucher even if he gets to a phone within a few seconds.An even bigger problem is getting past correlations in the data to be able to argue causality. If a researcher finds that highly successful companies tend to have formal knowledge management initiatives, for example, does that mean that explicit management of knowledge is a key to success? Or does it mean that knowledge management is the kind of organizational boondoggle that only a company flush with cash indulges in? Making the argument for causality in one direction or the other requires not only a sufficient data set but also a rational model for how the observed phenomena relate to known outcomes.Section B: Translate the following paragraphs into English (30 minutes) (30%)任何决策都无法回避风险。
江苏学位英语考试真题及答案2022
江苏学位英语考试真题及答案2022Jiangsu College English Test (CET) is a standardized English proficiency test for non-English major undergraduate students in Jiangsu Province, China. It is a crucial examination for students aiming to graduate and obtain their bachelor's degree. The test evaluates test-takers' listening, reading, and writing skills in English.Below are the 2022 Jiangsu College English Test questions and answers:Listening SectionPart A: Listen to the following dialogue and choose the correct answer to each question.1. What did the man do this morning?A. He went swimming.B. He went jogging.C. He went hiking.Answer: B. He went jogging.2. Where are the speakers going to meet?A. At the library.B. At the cafeteria.C. At the gym.Answer: A. At the library.3. What is the woman's plan for the weekend?A. To study for exams.B. To go shopping.C. To visit her parents.Answer: C. To visit her parents.Part B: Listen to the following passage and answer the questions.4. What did the speaker think about the new book?A. It was boring.B. It was interesting.C. It was confusing.Answer: B. It was interesting.5. According to the passage, what is the book mostly about?A. Science fiction.B. History.C. Self-help.Answer: C. Self-help.Reading SectionPart A: Read the following passage and answer the questions.Sherlock Holmes is a fictional detective created by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. He is well-known for his astute observation, logical reasoning, and deduction skills. The character is famous for solving complex mysteries and crimes in London during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.6. Who is the creator of Sherlock Holmes?A. Sir Arthur Conan Doyle.B. Agatha Christie.C. Edgar Allan Poe.Answer: A. Sir Arthur Conan Doyle.7. What is Sherlock Holmes known for?A. His singing abilities.B. His dancing skills.C. His deduction skills.Answer: C. His deduction skills.Part B: Read the following passage and answer the questions.Climate change is considered one of the most pressing issues facing our planet today. It refers to the long-term changes in temperature, precipitation, and other atmospheric conditions across the Earth. The burning of fossil fuels and deforestation are among the leading causes of climate change.8. What is climate change?A. A short-term phenomenon.B. A long-term phenomenon.C. A seasonal phenomenon.Answer: B. A long-term phenomenon.9. What are some leading causes of climate change mentioned in the passage?A. Overfishing and tourism.B. Burning of fossil fuels and deforestation.C. Pollution and littering.Answer: B. Burning of fossil fuels and deforestation.Writing Section10. Write an essay on the impact of technology on education. Include examples and personal experiences.Overall, the 2022 Jiangsu College English Test covered various aspects of English proficiency, including listening, reading, and writing skills. It tested students' ability to comprehend spoken English, understand written texts, and express their thoughts coherently in writing. It is essential for students to prepare adequately for this examination to demonstrate their English proficiency and secure their bachelor's degree.。
东南大学英语期中考试卷
考试时间：120分钟满分：100分一、选择题（每题2分，共20分）1. 下列哪一项不是英语中的冠词？A. aB. anC. theD. zero2. 下列哪个词组的过去式和过去分词形式相同？A. play – played – playedB. see – saw – seenC. go – went – goneD. do – did – done3. 下列哪个词组表示“在…附近”？A. nearB. besideC. next toD. above4. 下列哪个句子是正确的？A. She is not as tall as her sister.B. She is not taller than her sister.C. She is as tall as her sister.D. She is more tall than her sister.5. 下列哪个词表示“商业”？A. businessB. commerceC. tradeD. industry6. 下列哪个词表示“忙碌”？A. busyB. occupiedC. activeD. lazy7. 下列哪个句子是正确的被动语态？A. The book is read by the student.B. The student reads the book.C. The book reads by the student.D. The student reads the book by.8. 下列哪个词表示“水”？A. waterB. flowC. riverD. lake9. 下列哪个词表示“经常”？A. usuallyB. oftenC. sometimesD. never10. 下列哪个句子是正确的倒装句？A. Not I am going to the party.B. Not I will go to the party.C. I not am going to the party.D. I not will go to the party.二、完形填空（每题2分，共20分）It was a sunny day, and the children were playing in the park. They were laughing and running around, enjoying their time. Suddenly, a dog ran into the park and started chasing the children. The children were scared and started to run away.11. The children were _______ in the park.A. sleepingB. playingC. eatingD. watching12. The dog _______ into the park.A. cameB. wentC. ranD. walked13. The children _______ and started to run away.A. were happyB. were sadC. were scaredD. were hungry14. The dog _______ the children.A. was chasingB. was playing withC. was followingD. was looking at15. The children _______ the dog.A. were running away fromB. were running afterC. were running towardsD. were running together16. The dog _______ the children and went away.A. caughtB. chasedC. followedD. ran17. The children _______ the dog.A. were scared ofB. were happy aboutC. were sad aboutD. were not affected by18. The children _______ back to play after the dog _______.A. went; leftB. went; ranC. came; leftD. came; ran19. The children _______ the dog and had a good time in the park.A. were happy aboutB. were sad aboutC. were scared ofD. were not affected by20. The story shows that children _______ and can be brave.A. are lazyB. are scaredC. are braveD. are not affected by三、阅读理解（每题2分，共20分）Read the following passage and answer the questions.Why do some people choose to live alone?Living alone can have many benefits. Firstly, it gives individuals the freedom to make their own decisions without having to consult others. This can be particularly appealing to those who value their independence and privacy. Secondly, living alone can save money. Without a partner or family to share expenses with, individuals can allocate their resources more efficiently. Additionally, living alone can provide a sense of peace and tranquility. Without the constant noise and distractions of others, individuals can focus on their own interests and hobbies.However, living alone also has its challenges. It can be lonely and sometimes feel overwhelming to take care of all the responsibilities on one's own. Additionally, living alone can be dangerous. Without someone to look out for them, individuals may be more vulnerable to accidents or crimes.21. What are the benefits of living alone according to the passage?A. Independence and privacyB. Saving moneyC. Sense of peace and tranquilityD. All of the above22. What can be a challenge for individuals living alone?A. Making decisionsB. Saving moneyC. Feeling lonelyD. Being vulnerable to accidents or crimes23. According to the passage, what can be a reason for living alone?A. To save moneyB. To have more freedomC. To have a sense of peace and tranquilityD. All of the above24. Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a challenge of living alone?A. Feeling lonelyB. Overwhelmed by responsibilitiesC. Being dependent on othersD. Vulnerable to accidents or crimes25. What is the main idea of the passage?A. The benefits of living aloneB. The challenges of living aloneC. The reasons for living aloneD. The advantages and disadvantages of living alone四、翻译（每题5分，共20分）1. The Internet has revolutionized the way we communicate with others.2. It is important to take care of our health and exercise regularly.3. The teacher explained the problem in detail, making it easier for us to understand.4. The company has implemented a new policy to improve employee productivity.5. We should always strive to learn and grow, even when faced with challenges.五、写作（20分）Write an essay on the following topic:Do you think technology has made our lives easier or more complicated? Support your opinion with examples and explanations.。
2009-2010学年东南大学研究生第一学期A班学位英语期末考试真题
2009-2010学年第一学期A班学位英语期末考试试题PartⅠListening Comprehension (20 minutes)Section ADirections:In this section, you will hear 10 short conversations. At the end of each conversation, a question will be asked about what war said. Both the conversation and the question will be spoken only once: After each question there will be a pause. During the pause, you maxi read the four choices marked A), B), C) and D), and decide which is, the best answer. Then mark the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the center.Example: You will hear:You will read:A) At the office. B) In the waiting room. C) At the airport. D) In a restaurantFrom the conversation we know that the two were talking about some work they had to finish in the evening. This conversation is most likely to have taken place at the office. Therefore, A) "At the office" is the best answer. You should choose [A] on the Answer Sheet and mark it with a single line through the centre.Sample Answer [A] [B] [C] [D]1. A) They went a long way to attend the party.B) They didn't think much of the food and drinks.C) They knew none of the other guests at the party.D) They enjoyed the party better than the other guests.2. A) To the bookstore. C) To the market.B) To the dentist's. D) To the post office.3. A) Dr. Andrews has been promoted for his thoroughness.B) She disagrees with Dr. Andrews on many occasions.C) Dr. Andrews used to keep his patients waiting.D) She dislikes Dr. Andrews as much as the new physician.4. A) Tom is usually talkative. C) Tom has dozens of things to attend to.B) Tom has a very bad temper. D) Tom is disliked by his colleagues.5. A) To pickup the woman from the library.B) To make a copy of the schedule for his friend.C) To find out more about the topic for the seminar.D) To get the seminar schedule for the woman.6. A) The woman has to get the textbooks in other ways.B) The woman has sold her used textbooks to the bookstore.C) The man is going to buy his textbooks from a bookstore.D) The man doesn't want to sell his textbooks to the woman.7. A) Attend a conference.B) Give a speech.C) Meet his lawyer.D) Make a business trip.8. A) Jessie always says what she thinks.B) Jessie seems to have a lot on her mind.C) Jessie is wrong to find fault with her boss.D) Jessie should know the marketing director better.9. A) Heien is talkative.B) Helen is active.C) Helen is sociable.D) Helen is quiet.10. A) Jimmy will regret marrying a Frenchwoman.B) Jimmy is not serious in making decisions.C) Jimmy is rich enough to buy a big house.D) Jimmy's words are often not reliable.Section BDirections: In this section, you will hear 3 short passages. At the end of each passage, you will hear some questions. Both the passage and the questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a question, you must choose the best answer from the four choices marked A), B), C) and D). Then mark the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the centre.Passage OneQuestions 11 to 13 are based on the passage you have just heard.11. A) It can be used by farmers to protect large buildings.B) It was brought to the northern USA by Asian farmers.C) It has done more harm than good in the southern USA.D) It was introduced into the USA to kill harmful weeds.12. A) People will have to rely on kudzu for a living.B) They will soon be overgrown with kudzu.C) They will become too hard to plough.D) People will find it hard to protect the soil.13. A) The farmers there have brought it under control.B) The factories there have found a good use for it.C) The climate there is unfavorable to its growth.D) The soil there is not so suitable for the plant.Passage TwoQuestions 14 to 17 are based on the passage you have just heard.14. A) A business corporation.B) The universe as a whole.C) A society of legal professionals.D) An association of teachers and scholars.15. A) Its largest expansion took place during that period.B) Its role in society went through a dramatic change.C) Small universities combined to form bigger ones.D) Provincial colleges were taken over by larger universities.16. A) Private donations.B) Government funding.C) Grants from corporations.D) Fees paid by students.Passage ThreeQuestions 18 to 20 are based on the passage you have just heard.17. A) He was wounded in the Spanish civil war.B) He was interested in the study of wild animals.C) He started the organization Heifer International.D) He sold his cows to many countries in the world.18. A) To help starving families to become self-supporting.B) To make plans for the development of poor communities.C) To teach people how to use new skills to raise animals.D) To distribute food to the poor around the world.19. A) They should help other families the way they have been helped.B) They should offer all baby animals to their poor neighbors.C) They should submit a report of their needs and goals.D) They should provide food for the local communities.20. A) It has improved animal breeding skills all over the world.B) It has helped relieve hunger in some developing countries.C) It has promoted international exchange of farming technology.D) It has bridged the gap between the rich and the poor in America.Part II Reading ComprehensionPassage OneQuestions 16 to 20 are based on the following passage:A nine-year-old schoolgirl single-handedly cooks up a science-fair experiment that ends up debunking（揭穿．．．的真相）a widely practiced medical treatment. Emily Rosa’s target was a practice known as therapeutic（治疗）touch (TT for short), whose advocates manipulate patients’“energy field”to make them feel better and even, say some, to cure them of various ills. Yet Emily’s test shows that these energy fields can’t be detected, even by trained TT practitioners（行医者）. Obviously mindful of the publicity value of the situation, Journal editor George Lundberg appeared on TV to declare, “Age doesn’t matter. It’s good science that matters, and this is good science.”Emily’s mother Linda Rosa, a registered nurse, has been campaigning against TT for nearly a decade. Linda first thought about TT in the late ‘80s, when she learned it was on the app roved list for continuing nursing education in Colorado. Its 100,000 trained practitioners (48,000 in the U.S.) don’t even touch their patients. Instead, they waved their hands a few inches from the patient’s body, pushing energy fields around until they’re in “balance.” TT advocates say these manipulations can help heal wounds, relieve pain and reduce fever. The claims are taken seriously enough that TT therapists are frequently hired by leading hospitals, at up to $70 an hour, the smooth patients’ energy, sometimes during surgery.Yet Rosa could not find any evidence that it works. To provide such proof, TT therapists would have to sit down for independent testing—something they haven’t been eager to do, even though James Randi has offered more than $1 million to anyone who can demonstrate the existence of a human energy field. (He’s had one taker so far. She failed.) A skeptic might conclude that TT practitioners are afraid to lay their beliefs on the line. But who could turn down an innocent fourth-grader? Says Emily: “I think they didn’t take me very seriously because I’m a kid.”The experiment was straightforward: 21 TT therapists stuck their hands, palms up, through a screen. Emily held her own hand over one of theirs—left or right—and the practitioners had to say which hand it was. When the results were recorded, they’d done no better than they would have by simply guessing. if there was an energy field, they couldn’t feel it.16. Which of the following is evidence that TT is widely practiced?A) TT has been in existence for decades.B) Many patients were cured by therapeutic touch.C) TT therapists are often employed by leading hospitals.D) More than 100,000 people are undergoing TT treatment.17. Very few TT practitioners responded to the $1 million offer because ____________.A) they didn’t take the offer seriouslyB) they didn’t want to risk their careerC) they were unwilling to reveal their secretD) they thought it was not in line with their practice18. The purpose of Emily Rosa’s experiment was ____________.A) to see why TT could work the way it didB) to find out how TT cured patient’s illnessC) to test whether she could sense the human energy fieldD) to test whether a human energy field really existed19. Why did some TT practitioners a gree to be the subjects of Emily’s experiment?A) It involved nothing more than mere guessing.B) They thought it was going to be a lot of fun.C) It was more straightforward than other experiments.D) They sensed no harm in a little girl’s experiment.20. What can we learn from the passage?A) Some widely accepted beliefs can be deceiving.B) Solid evidence weighs more than pure theories.C) Little children can be as clever as trained TT practitioners.D) The principle of TT is too profound to understand.Passage TwoQuestions 26 to 30 are based on the following passage.As machines go, the car is not terribly noisy, nor terribly polluting, nor terribly dangerous; and on all those dimensions it has become better as the century has grown older. The main problem is its prevalence, and the social costs that ensue from the use by everyone of something that would be fairly harmless if, say, only the rich were to use it. It is a price we pay for equality.Before becoming too gloomy, it is worth recalling why the car has been arguably the most successful and popular product of the whole of the past 100 years —and remains so. The story begins with the environmental improvement it brought in the 1900s. In New York city in 1900, according to the Car Culture. A 1975 book by J. Flink, a historian, horses deposited 2.5 millioo pounds of manure(粪)and 60,000 gallons of urine (尿) every day. Every year, the city authorities had to remove an average of 15,000 dead horses from the streets, It made cars smell of roses.Cars were also wonderfully flexible. The main earlier solution to horse pollution and traffic jams was the electric trolley bus (电车). But that required fixed overhead wires, and rails and platforms, which were expensive, ugly, and inflexible, The car could go from any A to any B, and allowed towns to develop in all directions with low-density housing, rather than just being concentrated along the trolley or rail lines. Rural areas benefited too, for they became less remote.However, since pollution became a concern in the 1950s, experts have predicted—wrongly—that the car boom was about to end. In his book Mr. Flink argued that by 1973 the American market had become saturated, at one car for every 2.25 people, and so had the markets of Japan and Western Europe (because of land shortages). Environmental worries and diminishing oil reserves would prohibit mass car use anywhere else.He was wrong, Between 1970 and 1990, whereas America’s population grew by 23%, the aumber of cars on its roads grew by 60%, There is now one car for every 1.7 people there, one for every 2.1 in Japan, one for every 5.3 in Britain. Around 550 million cars are already on the roads, not to mention all the trucks and mocorcyeles, and about 50 million new ones are made each yearworldwide. Will it go on? Undoubtedly, because people want it to.26. As is given in the first paragraph, the reason why the car has become a problem is that ________.A) poor people can’t afford itB) it is too expensive to maintainC) too many people are using itD) it causes too many road accidents27. According to the passage, the car started to gain popularity because ________.A) it didn’t break down as easily as a horseB) it had a comparatively pleasant odorC) it caused less pollution than horsesD) it brightened up the gloomy streets28. What impact did the use of cars have on society?A) People were compelled to leave downtown areas.B) People were able to live in less crowded suburban areas.C) Business along trolley and rail lines slackened.D) City streets were free of ugly overhead wires.29. Mr.Flink argued in his book that cars would not be widely used in other countries because ________.A) the once booming car market has become saturatedB) traffic jams in those countries are getting more and more seriousC) expensive motorways are not available in less developed countriesD) people worry about pollution and the diminishing oil resources30. What’s wrong with Mr.Flink’s prediction?A) The use of automobiles has kept increasing worldwide.B) New generations of cars are virtually pollution free.C) The population of America has not increased as fast.D) People’s environmental concerns are constantly increasing.1. Can the Computer Learn from ExperienceComputers have been taught to play not only checkers, but also championship chess, which is a fairly accurate yardstick for measuring the computer’ s progress in the ability to learn from experience.Because the game requires logical reasoning, chess would seem to be perfectly suited to the computer .all a programmer has to do is give the computer a program evaluating the consequences of every possible response to every possible move, and the computer will win every time. In theory this is a sensible approach; in practice it is impossible. Today, a powerful computer can analyze 40 000 moves a second. That is an impressive speed. But there are an astronomicalnumber of possible moves in chess — literally trillions. Even if such a program were written (and in theory it could be given enough people and enough time), there is no computer capable of holding that much data.Therefore, if the computer is to compete at championship levels, it must be programmed to function with less than complete data. It must be able to learn from experience, to modify its own program, to deal with a relatively unstructured situation—in a word, to “think” for itself . In fact, this can be done. Chess-playing computers have yet to defeat world champion chess players, but several have beaten human players of only slightly lower ranks. The computers have had programs to carry them through the early, mechanical stages of their chess games. But they have gone on from there to reason and learn, and sometimes to win the game.There are other proofs that computers can be programmed to learn, but this example is sufficient to demonstrate the point. Granted , winning a game of chess is not an earthshaking event even when a computer does it . But there are many serious human problems which ban be fruitfully approached as games. The Defense Department uses computers to play war games and work out strategies for dealing with international tensions. Other problems—international and interpersonal relations , ecology and economics , and the ever-increasing threat of world famine—can perhaps be solved by the joint efforts of human beings and truly intelligent computers .Notes1. check:a game played on a checkerboard by two players ,each using 12 pieces2. ecology:the relationship between organisms and their environment 生态关系，生态学Reading comprehension1 The purpose of creating chess-playing computers is __________A to win the world chess championB to pave the way for further intelligent computersC to work out strategies for international warsD to find an accurate yardstick for measuring computer progress2 Today , a chess-playing computer can be programmed to ________A give trillions of reponses in a second to each possible move and win the gameB function with complete data and beat the best playersC learn from chess-playing in the early stage and go on to win the gameD evaluate every possible move but may fail to give the right response each time3 For a computer to “think” , it is necessary to ________A mange to process as much data as possible in a secondB program it so that it can learn from its experiencesC prepare it for chess-playing firstD enable it to deal with unstructured situations4 The author’s attitude towards the Defense Department is____A criticalB unconcernedC positiveD negative5 In the author’s opinion,______A winning a chess game is an unimportant eventB serious human problems shouldn’t be regarded as playing a gameC ecological problems are more urgent to be solvedD there is hope for more intelligent computersPart IV Cloze (15 minutes)Directions: There are 20 blanks in the following passage. For each blank there are four choices marked A), B), C) and D) on the right side of the paper. You should choose the ONE that best fits into the passage. Then mark the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the centre.In the United States, the first day nursery was opened in 1854. Nurseries were established in various areas during the ___61__ half of the 19th century; most of ___62___ were charitable. Both in Europe and in the U.S. the day-nursery movement received great ___63___ during the First World War, when ___64___ of manpower caused the industrial employment of unprecedented（前所未有）numbers of women. In some European countries nurseries were establishes ___65___ in munitions（军火）plants, under direct government sponsorship. ___66___ the number of nurseries in the U.S. also rose ___67___, this rise was accomplished without government aid of any kind. During the years following the First World War, ___68___, Federal, State, and local governments gradually began to exercise a measure of control ___69___ the day nurseries, chiefly by ___70___ them and by inspecting and regulating the conditions within the nurseries.The ___71___ of the Second World War was quickly followed by an increase in the number of day nurseries in almost all countries, as women were ___72___ called upon to replace men in the factories. On this ___73___ the U.S. government immediately came to the support of the nursery schools. ___74___ $6,000,000 in July, 1942, for a nursery-school program for the children of working mothers. Many States and local communities ___75___ this Federal aid. By the end of the war, in August, 1945, more than 100,000 children were being cared ___76___ in day-care centers receiving Federal ___77___. Soon afterward, the Federal government ___78___ cut down its expenditures for this purpose and later ___79___ them, causing a sharp drop in the number of nursery schools in operation. However, the expectation that most employed mothers would leave their ___80___ at the end of the war was only partly fulfilled.61. A) latter B) late C) other D) first62. A) those B) them C) whose D) whom63. A) impetus B) input C) imitation D) initiative64. A) sources B) abundance C) shortage D) reduction65. A) hardly B) entirely C) only D) even66. A) Because B) As C) Since D) Although67. A) unanimously B) sharply C) predominantly D) militantly68. A) therefore B) consequently C) however D) moreover69. A) over B) in C) at D) about70. A) formulating B) labeling C) patenting D) licensing71. A) outset B) outbreak C) breakthrough D) breakdown72. A) again B) thus C) repeatedly D) yet73. A) circumstance B) occasion C) case D) situation74. A) regulating B) summoning C) allocating D) transferring75. A) expanded B) facilitated C) supplemented D) compensated76. A) by B) after C) of D) for77. A) pensions B) subsidies C) revenues D) budgets78. A) prevalently B) furiously C) statistically D) drastically79. A) abolished B) diminished C) jeopardized D) precluded80. A) nurseries B) homes C) jo 0bs D) children参考答案1、C They knew none of the other guests at the party.2、B To the dentist’s3、C Dr.Andrews used to keep his patients waiting.4、A Tom is usually talkative.5、D To get the seminar schedule for the woman.6、A The woman has to get the textbooks in other ways.7、B Meet his lawyer.8、A Jessic always says what she thinks.9、D Helen is quiet.10、D Jimmy’s words are often not reliable.11、C It has done more harm than good in the southern USA.12、B They will soon be overgrown with kudzu.13、C The climate there is unfavorable to its growth.14、D An association of teachers and scholars15、A Its largest expansinon took place during that period.16、B Government funding.17、C He started the organization Heifer International.18、A To help starving families to become self-supporting.19、A They should help other families the way they have been helped.20、B It has helped relieve hunger in some developing countries.16. 正确答案为C)。
2021年研究生英语学位课统考真题及答案
2021年研究生英语学位课统考真题及答案2021年研究生英语学位课统考真题：Part II. Vocabulary ( 10 minutes, 10 points) Section A (0.5 point each)21. The focus on profitability pushes the systems unreasonably large, rendering them more vulnerable to terrorist attacks.A declaringB verifyingC makingD indicating22. The 8.5-ton Shenzhou III spaceship has been substantially improved in terms of the life-support systems.A technologicallyB considerablyC structurallyD internally23. According to the American judicial system twelve people constitute a jury. A compose B overthrow C dispose D surpass24. With so many trivial matters to attend to, he can hardly get down to reading for the test. A participate in B cater to C indulge in D see to25. The decently dressed son and the humble-looking father formed a striking contrast. A astonishing B humiliating C noticeable D fleeting.26. Nowadays the prevention against SARS has assumed new significance and attracted much attention.A carried onB taken onC worked onD embarked on27. At the economic forum, each speech by a distinguished guest has to be translated simultaneously.A once in a whileB at the same timeC in a broad senseD as soon as possible.28. Studies of the role of positive thinking in our daily lives have yielded interesting results. A specific=definite B active C creative D confident.29. This training course is intended to improve the competence of English of the staff. A proficiency B grasp C efficiency D competition30. Students are supposed to set aside enough time for recreations and sports. A set apart B leave out C go about D put up Section B (0.5 point each)31. Some of the old customs has continued ____ politeness although they are no longer thought about now.A in the way ofB in the eyes ofC in the face ofD in the form of32. One of the chief functions of slang words is to consolidate one’s ___ with a group. A identification B specification C introduction D superstition33. Given the other constitutional grounds elaborated by the justices, the association ____ that schools should continue to test, if they so choose.A preserveB safeguards B maintains D conserves34. Finding out information about these universities has become amazingly easy for any one with the Internet ____A entranceB admissionC accessD involvement35. Lack of exercise as well as unhealthy dietary habits can increase the risk of ____ A mobility B morality C maturity D mortality36. On this bridge many suicide attempts are ____; lives can be saved. A impulsive B responsive C destructive D speculative37. Abraham Lincoln was born on a small farm where the forests were ____ by wild animals. A resided B inhabited C segregated D exhibited38. Some teenagers are so crazy about video games as to play them many hours________, if possible.A on purposeB on hand .C on creditD on end39. Authorities of wildlife have spent millions of dollars on the protection of nature ____ A reserves B preservatives C conservatives D reservations.40. The young lady is Mr. Smith’s step-daughter, her ____ parents having died in an accident. A ecological B psychological C physiological D biological Part III. Cloze Test (10 minutes, 1 point each)No one knows for sure whether the type of tea (you drink) makes adifference in health, but experts say all kinds of teas probably have some health 41 . Each contains high levels of antioxidants (抗氧化剂), 42 affect the process by which oxygen interacts with a substance to change its chemical 43 . But, the way (tea is processed) can change antioxidant levels 44 color and taste.Green tea is made by picking the leaves and quickly heating them to stop oxidization. Green tea typically has a 45 , fresh taste. Black tea is processed to fully oxidize and ferment (发酵) the leaves and create a stronger taste. Some experts suggest that this 46 some variation in health effects between black and green teas. The more rare white tea is considered the finest of teas because it 47 the youngest buds from the plants, which are still covered with whitish hairs when they’re picked. White and green tea s have 48 amount of caffeine. But even black tea contain only about half as muchcaffeine as coffee.Herbal teas are something 49 different. They are made from the leaves, flowers or roots of various plants. Herbal teas can vary widely 50 their health effects. 41. A advantages B benefits C merits D profits 42. A where it B that C which D when it43. A elements B ingredients C fragment D composition 44.A as well asB as it isC as far asD as it were 45. Afaint B mild C tender D gentle 46. A joins in B hands in C results in D gives in 47. A composes of B makes out C makes up D consists of 48. A less B the least C more D the most 49. A entirely B inevitably C enormously D irresistibly 50. A in case of B in proportion to C in exchange for D in terms of Part IV Reading Comprehension (45 minutes, 30 points, 1 pint each) Passage OneSingletons, referring to those who live alone, are being comforted bywell-meaning friends and family and told that not having a partner is not the end of the world. So, it would seem that they can say, yes, it is not. But no, in fact, it is the end.A gloomy study has just been released that says that the internationaltrend towards living alone is putting an unprecedented strain on our ecosystem.For a number of reasons---- relationship breakdown, career choice, longer life spans, smaller families ---- the number of individual households is growing. And this is putting intolerable pressure on natural resources, and accelerating the extinction of endangered plant and animal species. And thereis worse news. Running a refrigerator, television, cooker, plumbing systemjust for selfish little you is a disastrous waste of resources on our over-populated planet. “The efficiency of resource consumption” is a lot higherin households of two people or more, simply because they share everything.Well imagine that . Just when you thought living alone was OK, you would find that all the time you were the enemy of mankind. Every time you put the kettle on the stove for a cup of coffee you were destroying Mother Earth. Indeed, itis not just your mother who is a bitworried by your continuing single status ---- you are letting down the entire human race by not having a boyfriend or girlfriend. The trouble isthat society has a group instinct and people panic and hit out when they see other people quietly rebelling and straying away from the “standard” offamily and coupledom.The suggestion is that singledom should be at best a temporary state. Unless you are assimilated into a larger unit, you can never be fully functional.Try “communal living.” There are all these illustrations of young attractive people having a “green time,” laughingly bumping into each other. It looks like an episode of the TV series Friends. And the message is clear: Togetherness is good, solitude is bad, and being single on your own is not allowed.51. Well-meaning friends and family members often tell those who livealone that _____A they should end their singledom as soon as possible.B they shouldlive together with other singletons.C singledom is an acceptable life-style.D singledom can shorten one’s life-span.52. Which of the following may NOT be the reason for the increasing number of households as mentioned in the passage?A Many people get divorced because of unhappy marriage.B Now people can afford to support a household individually.C Some people have to sacrifice family life for their careers.D Many people live much longer than before.53. The author thinks living alone is disastrous mainly because singledomis _________ A harmful to people’s life. B destructive to our ecosystem. C dangerous to plants and animals. D unworkable in our society 54. It is implied in the passage that singletons are usually _______A self-reliantB self-consciousC self-sufficientD self-centered55. When seeing others living alone, some people panic because they think singledom is ____ A abnormal B diversified C unimaginable D disgusting 56. The author suggests that singletons should ___________A find boy friends or girl friends.B live with their parents and other family members.C live together and share more with their friends.D watch more episodes of the TV series Friends.Passage TwoIn 1999 when MiShel and Carl Meissner decided to have children, they tackled the next big issue; Should they try to have a girl? It was no small matter. MiShel’s brother had beco me blind from a hereditary condition in his early 20s, and the Meissners had learned that the condition is a disorder passed from mothers to sons. If they had a boy, he would have a 50 percent chance of having the condition. A girl would be unaffected. The British couple’s inquiries about sex selection led them to Virginia, U.S., where anew sperm-separation technique, called MicroSort, was experimental at the time. When MiShel became pregnant she gave birth to a daughter. Now they will try to have a second daughter using the same technique.The techniques separates sperm into two groups--- those that carry the X-chromosome (染色体) producing a female baby and those that carry the Y-chromosome producing a male baby.The technology was developed in 1990s, but the opening of laboratory in January 2021 in California marked the company’s first expansion. “We believethe number of people who want this technology is greater than those who have access to it.” Said Keith L. Blauer, the company’s clinicaldirector.This is not only a seemingly effective way to select a child’s gender.It also brings a host of ethical and practical considerations ----especiallyfor the majority of families who use the technique for nonmedical reasons.The clinic offers sex selection for two purposes: to help couples avoid passing on a sex-linked genetic disease and to allow those who already have a child to “balance” their family by having a baby of the opposite sex.Blaucer said the company has had an impressive success rate: 91 percent of the women who become pregnant after sorting for a girl are successful, while76 percent who sort for a boy and get pregnant are successful.The technique separates sperm based on the fact that the X chromosome is larger than the Y chromosome. A machine is used to distinguished the size differences and sort the sperm accordingly.57. Why did MiShel and Carl decide not to have a boy?A Because they might give birth to a blind baby.B Because Carl might pass his family’s disease to his son.C Because the boy might become blind when he grows up.D Because they wanted a daughter to balance their family.58. When MiShel gave birth to her first girl, the new sperm-separation technique ____A had already been well-developed.B had not been declared successful.C was available to those who wanted it.D had been widely accepted in the medical world.59. Which of the following is the author’s primary concern regarding the application of the new technology?A The expansion of the new technology may not bring profits to the companies.B Most people who use the technology will not have a baby as they want.C The effect of the new technology still needs to be carefully examined.D Increasing use of the technology may disturb the sex balance in the population 60. According to Mr. Blauer, by using the new technology, ______A 91% of the women successfully give birth to girls.B 76% of the women get pregnant with boys.C it is more successful for those who want to have girls.D it is more successful for those who want to have boys.61. The sperm-separation technique is based on the fact that the chromosomes responsible for babies’ sex_____A are of different shapesB are of different sizesC can be identifiedD can be reproduced 62. We can infer from this passage that the newtechnology_________ A may not guarantee people a daughter or a son as they desire.B is used by most families for nonmedical reasons.C has brought an insoluble ethical dilemma for mankind.D will lead to a larger proportional of females in the population.Passage ThreeWithout question there are plenty of bargains to be had at sales time ----particularly at the top-quality shops whose reputation depends on having only the best and newest goods in stock each season. They tend, for obvious reasons, to be the fashion or seasonal goods which in due course become the biggest bargains.It is true that some goods are specially brought in for the sales butthese too can provide exceptional value. A manufacturer may have the end of a range left in his hands and be glad to sellthe lot off cheaply to shops; or he may have a surplus of a certainmaterial which he is glad to make up and get rid of cheaply; or he may be prepared to produce a special line at low cost merely to keep his employeesbusy during slack period. He is likely to have a good many “seconds”available and if their defects are trifling these may be particularly good bargains.Nevertheless, sales do offer a special opportunity for sharp practices and shoppers need to be extra critical. For example the “second” should beclearly marked as such and not sold as if they were perfect. The term“substandard,” incidentally, usually indicates a more serious defect than “seconds.” More serious is the habit of marking the price down from an alleged previous price which is in fact fictitious. Mis-description of thisand all other kinds is much practiced by the men who run one-day sales of carpets in church halls and the like. As the sellers leave the district theday after the sale there is little possibility of redress. In advertising sales, shops may say “only 100 left” when in fa ct they have plenty more; conversely they may say “10,000 at half-price” when only a few are available at such a drastic reduction. If ever the warning “let the buyer beware” were necessary it is during sales.63. Which kind of goods can be among the best bargains?A Cheapest goodsB Newest goodsC Seasonal goodsD Goods in stock64. The second paragraph deals with all of the following types of goods EXCEPT ____A surplus goodsB low-cost goodsC the end lot goods Dexceptionally valued goods 65. In order to maintain his business during a bad time, a manufacturer may ____A have his goods produced at low cost.B sell his goods at a very low price.C have his employees sell his goods.D try to produce high quality goods. 66. The passage suggests that“seconds”____________A are of better quality than “substandard goods”B attract buyers as particularly good bargains.C are defective but marked as perfect.D are goods withs erious defects 67. The word “redress” ( the underlined word in the last paragraph) probably means ____ A dressing again B change of addressC compensation for something wrong.D selling the same productat different prices. 68. During sales shoppers should ____A find the best bargains at every opportunity.B beware of being cheated.C buy things that are necessary.D pay more attentionto the price. Passage FourHow many of today’s ailment, or even illnesses, are purely psychological? And how far can these be alleviated by the use of drugs? For example a psychiatrist concerned mainly with the emotional problems of old people might improve their state of mind somewhat by the use of anti-depressants but he would not remove the root cause of their depression ----- the feeling of being useless, often unwanted and handicapped by failing physical powers.One of the most important controversies in medicine today is how far doctors, and particularly psychologists, should depend on the use of drugs for “curing” their patients. It is not merely that drugs may have been insufficiently tested and may reveal harmful side effects as happened in the case of anti-sickness pills prescribed for expectant mothers but theuneasiness of doctor who feel that they are treating the symptoms of a disease without removing the disease itself. On the other hand, some psychiatrists argue that in many cases such as chronic depressive illness it is impossibleto get at the root of the illness while the patient is in a depressed state. Even prolonged psychiatric care may have no noticeable effect whereas some people can be lifted out of a depression by the use of drugs within a matterof weeks. These doctors feel not only that they have no right to withhold such treatment, but that the root cause of depression can be tackled better whenthe patient himself feels better. This controversy is concerned, however, with the serious psychological illnesses. Itdoes not solve the problem of those whose headaches, indigestion, backache, etc. are due to “nerves”. Commonly a busy family doctor will ascribe them to some physical cause and as a matter of routine prescribe a drug. Once againthe symptoms are being cured rather than the disease itself. It may be trueto say, as one doctor suggested recently, that over half of the cases that come to the ordinary doctor’s attention are not purely physical ailments. If this is so, the situation is serious indeed.69. The author thinks that drugs used for treating psychological ills______A could be ineffective in some cases.B usually haveharmful side effects. C can greatly alleviate the illnesses.D can remove the root causes. 70. The controversy mentioned in the passage focuses on ___ A whether psychologists should use drugs to cure their patients.B how psychologists should treat their patients.C the fact that allof the drugs have harmful side effects.D the extent to which drugs should be used to fight psychological illness.71. The passage indicates that psychologists _____A find it impossible to remove a psychological diseaseB feel dissatisfied at treating their patients with drugs.C believe that the root cause of a disease can be ignored.D can donothing if the patient is in a depressed state .72. When treating patients with psychological problems, some doctors feel that they ____ A are at a loss for treatment. B have no right to use drugs.C have to cure their patients by any means.D should use drugs to treat the symptoms. 73. A family doctor would normally consider a headache or backache as a result of ____A a more serious diseaseB some emotional problem.C a physical disorderD prolonged work74. Regarding the situation of psychological problems the author feels____ A concerned B hopeless C surprised D disappointed Passage FiveThose who make the rules for financial institution probably should take a modified oath. Their pledge would be: First, do no harm. Second, if thereforms put before me) are unclear, don’t approve them.Charles Morris may not have intended his new book Money, Greed, and Riskto cast such a dim light on the regulators, but it does. In fact, it may serve as a wake-up call for true believers in our current regulatory structure, most of which was erected in the 1930s and most of which Morris seems to favor, despite the stupid results it has caused.Morris, a former Chase Manhattan banking executive, outlines in great detail, again and again, how regulators, lawmakers, firms and many of the customers marched straight into mortgage, currency, thrift (互相储蓄) andother investment disasters. His discussion of Regulation Q, an attempt by Congress in the 1960s to rescue ailing savings and loans by regulatinginterest rates, reveals not only Congressional economic illiteracy, but also the deep harm such foolish thinking can do to the real economy.After some 260 pages listing the foolish things of Wall Street, regulators and lawmakers, Morris draws some pessimistic conclusions: “One constant inall the crises is that the regulatory responses come only after a crisis hits its peak.” For example, it “too k the S&L crisis of the 1980s to bring honest accounting to thrifts, and it wasn’t until the banking sector suffered huge losses in real estate and foreign loans that regulators began to enforcestrict capital standards.”So, what is the point of regulation? Morris, who is excellent at recounting tales of regulation gone感谢您的阅读，祝您生活愉快。
研究生公共英语阅读C期末阅读理解试题材料(文)
研究生公共英语阅读C 期末阅读理解试题材料1-5套试题Directions: Read the passages and choose the best option to complete the statement or answer the question.TEXT ARicci, 45, is now striking out on perhaps his boldest venture yet. He plans to market an English language edition of his elegant monthly art magazine, FMR, in the United States. Once again the skeptics are murmuring that the successful Ricci has headed for a big fall. And once again Ricci intends to prove them wrong.Ricci is so confident that he has christened his quest “Operation Columbus” and has set his sights on discovering an American readership of 300,000. That goal may not be too far-fetched. The Italian edition of FMR — the initials, of course, stand for Franco Maria Ricci-is only 18 months old. But it is already the second largest art magazine in the world, with a circulation of 65,000 and a profit margin of US $ 500,000. The American edition will be patterned after the Italian version, with each 160-page issue carrying only 40 pages of ads and no more than five articles. But the contents will often differ. The English-language edition will include more American works, Ricci says, to help Americans get over “an inferiority complex about their art.” He also hopes that the magazine will become a vehicle for a two-way cultural exchange — what he likes to think of as a marriage of brains, culture and taste from both sides of the Atlantic.To realize this vision, Ricci is mounting one of the most lavish, enterprising —and expensive-promotional campaigns in magazine —publishing history. Between November and January, eight jumbo jets will fly 8 million copies of a sample 16-page edition of FMR across the Atlantic. From a warehouse in Michigan, 6.5 million copies will be mailed to American subscribers of various cultural, art and business magazines. Some of the remaining copies will circulate as a special Sunday supplement in the New York Times. The cost of launching Operation Columbus is a staggering US $ 5 million, but Ricci is hoping that 60% of the price tag will be financed by Italian corporations. “To land in America, Columbus had to use Spanish sponsors,” reads one sentence in his promotional pamphlet, “We would like Italians.”Like Columbus, Ricci cannot know what his reception will be on foreign shores. In Italy he gambled — and won — on a simple concept: it is more important to show art than to write about it. Hence, one issue of FMR might feature 32 full-color pages of 17th-century tapestries, followed by 14 pages of outrageous eyeglasses. He is gamblin g that the concept is exportable. “I don’t expect that more than 30% of my reader... will actually read FMR,” he says. “The magazine is such a visual delight that they don’t have to.” Still, he is lining up an impressive stable of writers and professors for the American edition, including Noam Chomsky, Anthony Burgess, Eric Jong and Norman Mailer. In addition, he seems to be pursuing his own eclectic vision without giving amoment’s thought to such established competitors as Connoisseur and Horizon. “The Am ericans can do almost everything better than we can,” says Ricci, “But we (the Italians) have a 2,000 year edge on them in art.”16.Ricci intends his American edition of FMR to carry more American art works in order to _____. A．boost Americans' confidence in their art.B．follow the pattern set by his Italian edition.C．help Italians understand American art better.D．expand the readership of his magazine.正确答案：A解析：The English-language edition will include more American works，Ricci says，to help Americans get over “an inferiority complex about their art．”显然其目的是为了使美国人克服在艺术方面的自卑情结，帮助他们培养自信。
硕士学位英语考试题
硕士学位英语考试题一、阅读理解（共30分）阅读下列短文，然后回答1-5题。
每题2分。
In recent years, the number of people who commute to work by bicycle has been increasing significantly. This trend is not only beneficial for the environment but also for the health of the individuals involved. Bicycling to work can reduce traffic congestion and air pollution, as fewer cars are needed on the road. Moreover, it provides a regular source of exercise, which can help to improve cardiovascular health and reduce the risk of chronic diseases.1. What is the main reason for the increase in bicycle commuting?A. Health benefitsB. Environmental concernsC. Traffic congestionD. Cost savings2. Which of the following is NOT a benefit of bicycling to work mentioned in the passage?A. Reduced traffic congestionB. Lower air pollutionC. Improved public transportationD. Better health outcomes3. According to the passage, what is the effect of bicycling on the environment?A. It increases pollution.B. It decreases pollution.C. It has no effect.D. It is harmful to the environment.4. How does bicycling to work contribute to personal health?A. By reducing the risk of chronic diseasesB. By causing more traffic accidentsC. By increasing stress levelsD. By causing more air pollution5. What can be inferred from the passage about the future of bicycle commuting?A. It will continue to increase.B. It will decrease in popularity.C. It will be replaced by electric cars.D. It will have no impact on the environment.二、词汇与语法（共20分）6-15题，每题2分。
硕士学位英语试题及答案
硕士学位英语试题及答案一、词汇与语法（共20分）1. The word "innovative" is most closely related to which of the following?A. InnovativeB. ConservativeC. TraditionalD. Progressive答案：A2. The correct form of the verb in the sentence "She _______ the bookshelf yesterday" is:A. paintedB. was paintingC. is paintingD. will paint答案：A3. Fill in the blanks with the appropriate prepositions:The children were playing _______ the swings in the park.A. inB. onC. atD. with答案：B4. Choose the sentence that is grammatically correct:A. Neither of the students have finished the assignment.B. Neither of the students has finished the assignment.C. None of the students have finished the assignment.D. None of the students has finished the assignment.答案：B5. Which of the following is the correct use of the subjunctive mood?A. I suggest that he goes to the doctor.B. I suggest that he go to the doctor.C. I suggest that he went to the doctor.D. I suggest that he will go to the doctor.答案：B二、阅读理解（共30分）Passage 1In the last few decades, the use of technology has become an integral part of our daily lives. From smartphones to computers, technology has transformed the way we communicate, work, and learn.Questions:6. What is the main topic of the passage?A. The history of technologyB. The impact of technology on daily lifeC. The types of technology availableD. The future of technology答案：B7. According to the passage, which of the following is NOT a way technology has transformed our lives?A. CommunicationB. WorkC. LeisureD. Learning答案：CPassage 2The concept of sustainable development has gained significant attention in recent years. It refers to the ability to meet the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.Questions:8. What is the main idea of the passage?A. The definition of sustainable developmentB. The history of sustainable developmentC. The challenges of sustainable developmentD. The benefits of sustainable development答案：A9. The passage suggests that sustainable development isimportant because it:A. Ensures economic growthB. Protects the environmentC. Balances the needs of the present and futureD. Provides resources for future generations答案：C三、完形填空（共20分）[文章略]10-15题根据文章内容选择或填写。
硕士基础综合英语试卷C听力及答案
Paper OnePart I Listening Comprehension (20%)In Sections A，B and C you will hear everything only once．Listen carefully and then answer the questions that follow. Mark the correct response for each question on your answer sheet.SECTION A CONVERSATIONSIn this section, In this section, you will hear 8 short conversations and 2 long conversations. At the end of each conversation, one or more questions will be asked about what was said. Both the conversation and the questions will be spoken only once. After each question there will be a pause. During the pause, you must read the four choices marked A, B, C and D, and decide which is the best answer. Then mark the corresponding letter. Now listen to the conversations.1. A) The 2:00 train will arrive earlier.B) The 2:00 train has a dining car.C) The woman prefers to take the 2:30 train.D) They are going to have some fast food on the train.2. A) She has been longing to attend Harvard University.B) She’ll consider the man’s suggestion carefully.C) She has finished her project with Dr. Garcia’s help.D) She’ll consult Dr. Garcia about entering graduate school.3. A) Alice didn’t seem to be nervous during her speech.B) Alice needs more training in making public speeches.C) The man can hardly u nderstand Alice’s presentation.D) The man didn’t think highly of Alice’s presentation.4. A) It’s worse than 30 years ago.B) It remains almost the same as before.C) There are more extremes in the weather.D) There has been a significant rise in temperature.5. A) At a publishing house. B) At a bookstore.C) In a reading room. D) In Prof. Jordan’s office.6. A) The man can stay in her brother’s apartment.B) Her brother can help the man find a cheaper hotel.C) Her brother can find an apartment for the man.D) The man should have booked a less expensive hotel.7. A) Priority should be given to listening.B) It’s most helpful to read English newspaper everyday.C) It’s most effective to combine listening with reading.D) Reading should come before listening.8. A) It can help solve complex problems. B) It will most likely prove ineffective.C) It is a new weapon against terrorists. D) It will help detect all kinds of liars. Long Conversation one:Questions 9 to 11 are based on the conversation you have just heard.9. A) Over the telephone. B) In an architecture firm.C) In an art gallery. D) In a company.10. A) He will speak to Mr. Shaw on the line.B) He will leave a message to Mr. Shaw.C) He will pay a visit to Mr. Shaw in his office.D) He will consult Mr. Shaw about arts.11. A) He has attractive eyes. B) He works for an architecture firm.C) The color of his hair is blue. D) He is taller than some of his colleagues. Long Conversation two:Questions 12 to 15 are based on the conversation you have just heard.12. A) In a restaurant. B) In a hotel roomC) In a shopping mall. D) At a hotel laundry.13. A) Because he will go out for business at 10:30.B) Because he will leave the hotel in the morning the second day.C) Because he needs to wear the clothes for an important occasion.D) Because he wants to check out the hotel as early as possible.14. A) On his shirt. B) On his suit.C) On his pants. D) Near the button.15. A) It’s loose.B) It’s missing.C) It’s too ti ght. D) It was not sewn well last time. SECTION B PASSAGEDIRECTIONS:Listen to the following passage. At the end of each passage, you will hear some questions. Both the passage and the questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a question, you must choose the best answer from the four choices marked A, B, C and D. Then mark the corresponding letter on answer sheet with a single line through the center.Passage oneQuestions 16 to 18 are based on the passage you have just heard.16. A) Synthetic fuel. B) Solar energy.C) Alcohol. D) Electricity.17. A) Air traffic conditions. B) Traffic jams on highway.C) Road condition. D) New traffic rules.18. A) Go through a health check. B) Carry little luggage.C) Arrive early for boarding. D) Undergo security checks.SECTION C NEWS ITEMSDIRECTIONS: In this section, you will hear several news broadcasts. Listen to the items carefully and then answer the questions that follow.Questions 19 and 20 are based on the following news. At the end of the news item, you will be given 20 seconds to answer the questions.19. What happened during the New Y ear celebration in Thailand?A) Terrorists fought with Government troops.B) Thai troops killed terrorists.C) There were shootings.D) There were explosions.20. What has led to the violent situation in the south of Thailand?A) The Muslims wanted independence.B) Thai troops have been sent there.C) About 2000 people have been killed.D) There have been more bombings since 2004.Questions 21 to 22 are based on the following news. At the end of the news item, you will be given 10 seconds to answer the questions.21. Where was the marble statue found?A) Out in the sea. B) Inside a bath house.C) On a cliff along the coast. D) On the coast outside Jerusalem.22. Which of the following best describes the condition of the statue?A) It was incomplete. B) It was recent artwork.C) It was fairly tall. D) It was in pieces.Question 23 is based on the following news. At the end of the news item, you will be given 5 seconds to answer the question.23.What is this news item mainly about?A) How to open Hotmail accounts.B) How to retrieve missing e-mails．C) New e-mail service by Microsoft.D) Problems and complaints about e-mails．Questions 24 and 25 are based on the following news. At the end of the news item, you will be given 10 seconds to answer the questions.24. According to the news, who first discovered the fraud?A) A client. B) A bank manager. C) The police. D) Bank headquarters.25.When did the bank employee hand himself in?A) A month before the fraud was discovered.B) A day before the fraud was discovered.C) A day after the police launched investigation.D) A month after he transferred the money.I. Listening Comprehension 25% 1-25 (20 points with 0.8 point for each )1-5： C D A C B 6-10：A C B B C11-15: C D B C A 16-20: D A B D A21-25: D A D B C听力文本Conversation OneW: Good morning, sir. Can I help you?M: Y es, please. I want to speak to one of the architects.W: Yes. Who do you want to see?M: I’m afraid I can’t remember his name.W: Was it Thomas, or Shaw, or Taylor or Lee?M: (ah) I’m not certain. (er ) He’s a young man.W: Well, they’re all young.M: (er) Well, he’s tall. (ah) About six feet in height, I’d sayW: Ah, well, its not Mr. Taylor. He’s quite short. But the others are tall.M: And he’s got brown hair, and he’s fair.W: Probably Mr. Shaw. What color are his eyes?M: Oh yes, his eyes. Blue. Bright blue. Quite remarkable, really.W: Ah, well. that’s Mr. Shaw. Tom Shaw. He has very blue eyes.M: Y es. They’re the first thing you notice about him, really.W: Oh, yes. Most people ask to see the one with blue eyes!M: Tom Shaw, you said.W: That’s right. I’ll give him a buzz. Who shall I say is calling?M: Mike Simpson from Mathers.W: Mr. Shaw’s in the room at the top of the stairs, Mr. Simpson. Y ou can’t miss it. M: Thank you very much.9.Where does this conversation most probably take place?10. What will the man do after the conversation?11. Which of the following is NOT true of Mr. Shaw?Conversation TwoM: I want to have these shirts washed and suit dry cleaned.W: V ery well, sir. Y our name and room number, please.M: Philip, Room 508.W: Yes, sir. I got it.M: By the way, there is a stain on my trousers. Can you remove it?W: Let me see. This one on the pants? Y es, I believe we can get this spot out all right. M: And one button on the vest is loose. Could you sew it on tightly?W: OK, sir. Here is your slip, sir.M: Good. And when can I get my laundry back?W: Are you in a hurry for it?M: Y es, since I expect to check out tomorrow morning, I want it ready by 10 at the latest.W: My goodness, you certainly are in a hurry. But don’t worry. We’ll do our best and have it ready before you leave.M: Thank goodness! I’ll be back at about 10:30 tomorrow morning, then.W: All right, sir.(Pause)M: Hello, is my laundry ready?W: Just a moment, please. I’ll check. Oh yes, it’s ready. Here you are, sir. But shall we send it ot your room, sir?M: Could you? That’s good. How much do I owe you?W: Two dollars and a quarter, sir.M: Here you are. I’ll be back in my room in half an hour, so send my laundry about 10:30, please.W: All right, sir.12. Where does this conversation most probably take place?13. Why does the man expect his clothes to be delivered to his room before 10 o’clock?14. Where is the stain the man specified?15. What does the man say about the button?Passage one (缺)News Item 1The New Y ear celebrations in Thailand were shattered by violence, when 9 bombs exploded across Bangkok around midnight. Three Thai citizens were killed and more than 30 injured. No terrorist group claimed responsibility for the bombings by Tuesday. Some believe the explosions were the work of Muslin separatists. Bombings and shootings occur almost daily in Thailand’s three southernmost provinces: Y ala, Narathiwat and Purtonia have a dominant Muslin population and have long complained of neglect and discrimination in the largely Buddhist nation. They have asked for independence and separate Islamic state. Since 2004, the insurgences have carried out numerous attacks in the south, and more than 1900 people have been killed. The Thai government has been unable to curb the violence, though thousands of troops have been sent to the south.News Item 2A huge storm that collapsed part of a cliff on Israel’s central coast led to the discovery of a statue dating back to the Roman period, the Israel Antiquities Authority said Tuesday.The white marble statue of a woman is estimated to be 2,000 years old. It stands 1.2 meters tall, weighs about 200 kilograms and was found with no head or arms, according to a news release by the Authority. A person walking on the shore at Ashkelon on the west coast of Jerusalem made the discovery, the Authority said. “The statue fell into the sea when the cliff collapsed as a result of the storm. The collapse also ruined a bath house and mosaics that had been in the cliff for many hundreds of years.” The storm, one of the strongest Israel has experienced in recent years, brought winds of more than 100 kph that sent 10-meter waves crashing into Israel’s coast.News Item 3Some Hotmail users are reporting that their e-mails are missing from their accounts. A number of people with Hotmail accounts have posted complaints on Microsoft forums, complaining that their e-mails have been deleted. Users around the world said e-mails were missing from their in-box and other folders within their Hotmail accounts. A spokeswoman from Microsoft said thatthe issue of missing e-mails was not a wide-spread problem. “By Sunday evening the issue was fully resolved,” she said. The company apologized for any inconvenience.News Item 4Police in India have arrested a CITI Bank employee accused of cheating clients out of millions of dollars. Shivraj Puri, 32, who is expected to appear in court later, told an Indian newspaper he was innocent. The alleged fraud was discovered earlier this month in a branch of the global bank in Gurgaon, a wealthy suburb of Delhi. The bank has said investors were promised quick high returns from a bogus financial scheme. It is alleged that Mr. Puri transferred the money into accounts controlled by three relatives. Mr. Puri reportedly handed himself in on Thursday, a day after police said he was wanted for questioning. The alleged fraud came to light earlier this month when a client mentioned the scheme to a senior bank manager.。
2023年江苏省学位英语考试真题
2023年江苏省学位英语考试真题全文共3篇示例，供读者参考篇12023 Jiangsu Province College English TestPart I Listening Comprehension (30 points)Section ADirections: In this section, you will hear ten short conversations between two speakers. At the end of each conversation, a question will be asked about what was said. The conversations and the questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a conversation and the question about it, read the four possible answers on your paper, and decide which one is the best answer to the question you have heard.1. A. She is going to buy a new dress.B. She doesn't like the man's coat.C. She thinks the woman's coat is beautiful.D. She doesn't know what color dress to buy.2. A. The man might have gone running alone.B. He will go to the park with the man.C. The man has already gone to the park.D. The man has never gone running.3. A. The man didn't hear what the woman said.B. The man agrees with the woman.C. The man thinks the woman is wrong.D. The man doesn't know what to say.4. A. She has already read that book.B. She is going to buy that book.C. She doesn't like the book.D. She thinks the book is too expensive.5. A. The man is going to work hard at the weekend.B. The man is going to have a rest this weekend.C. The man is going to hang out with friends this weekend.D. The man is going to study hard this weekend.Section BDirections: In this section, you will hear two long conversations. At the end of each conversation, you will hear four questions. The conversations and the questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a conversation and the questions about it, read the four possible answers on your paper, and decide which one is the best answer to the question you have heard.Conversation One6. What does the woman suggest the man do?A. Find a job in the clothing industry.B. Try to become a designer.C. Manage a clothing store.D. Work as a salesperson.7. What does the man plan to do next year?A. Go to graduate school.B. Travel abroad.C. Start a clothing business.D. Study fashion design.8. What does the woman think of the man's idea?A. Creative.B. Unrealistic.C. Practical.D. Interesting.9. How does the woman feel about the man's interest in fashion design?A. Bored.B. Excited.C. Negative.D. Indifferent.Conversation Two10. How does the woman feel about the food at the new restaurant?A. Disappointed.B. Surprised.C. Satisfied.D. Thrilled.11. What does the woman think of the service at the new restaurant?A. Acceptable.B. Poor.C. Excellent.D. Average.12. Why does the man want to try the new Italian restaurant next weekend?A. He likes to try new things.B. He heard it’s a great place.C. He received a recommendation.D. He likes Italian food.13. What does the woman suggest they do after dinner?A. Go dancing.B. Watch a movie.C. Walk by the river.D. Have a drink.Section CDirections: In this section, you will hear three passages. At the end of each passage, you will hear five questions. The passages will be spoken only once. After you hear a passage and the questions about it, read the four possible answers on your paper, and decide which one is the best answer to the question you have heard.Passage OneQuestions 14-18 are based on the passage you have just heard.14. Where is the speaker?A. At a hotel.B. At a library.C. At a bookstore.D. At a tourist attraction.15. How did the speaker find the book?A. By accident.B. On the internet.C. From a friend.D. A book club.16. Why does the speaker recommend the book?A. The characters are interesting.B. The plot is unpredictable.C. The setting is exotic.D. The language is complex.17. What did the speaker originally think about the book?A. She wasn’t interested.B. She loved it.C. It was overrated.D. It was boring.18. What does the speaker say about the book’s ending?A. It was unexpected.B. It was disappointing.C. It was a cliffhanger.D. It was predictable.Passage TwoQuestions 19-23 are based on the passage you have just heard.19. Why did the speaker start gardening?A. To save money.B. To relax.C. To lose weight.D. To improve the environment.20. What can people gain from gardening according to the speaker?A. Exercise.B. A new hobby.C. Health benefits.D. All of the above.21. How can gardening benefit the environment?A. It reduces waste.B. It promotes biodiversity.C. It prevents pollution.D. It conserves water.22. What does the speaker suggest for beginners?A. Join a community garden.B. Plant flowers rather than vegetables.C. Start with easy-to-grow plants.D. Use advanced gardening tools.23. What advice does the speaker give about maintaining a garden?A. Water the plants often.B. Use chemical fertilizers.C. Hire a professional gardener.D. Experiment and learn from mistakes.Passage ThreeQuestions 24-28 are based on the passage you have just heard.24. What kind of music does the speaker prefer?A. Pop.B. Classical.C. Rock.D. Jazz.25. How does the speaker feel when listening to music?A. Relaxed.B. Stressed.C. Upset.D. Energized.26. Why does the speaker visit live music venues?A. To support local artists.B. To discover new music.C. To meet new people.D. To feel part of a community.27. What does the speaker suggest about listening to music online?A. It’s convenient.B. It’s expensive.C. It lacks a personal touch.D. It’s not worth it.28. According to the speaker, what is the benefit of listening to music?A. It helps with focus.B. It improves memory.C. It boosts productivity.D. It reduces stress.Part II Vocabulary and Structure (10 points)Directions: Choose the best completion of each of the following sentences and write the corresponding letter on your answer sheet.29. ________ it is hot, I don’t want to go outside.A. BecauseB. SinceC. AlthoughD. Despite30. The film was really ________, so everyone in the cinema gave it a round of applause.A. disappointedB. disappointedlyC. disappointmentD. disappointing31. I ________ on time if there weren’t so much traffic.A. would arriveB. will arriveC. arriveD. arrived32. She ________ out of bed and went to the door when she heard a knock.A. jumpedB. jumpsC. jumpingD. jump33. The weather is nice today, ________ we should go for a walk.A. thereforeB. soD. thus34. I have been ________ to that restaurant many times.A. hereB. thereC. toD. at35. The food in this restaurant is so good that it’s worth ________.A. to tryB. tryingC. tryD. tried36. The manager provided ________ feedback on my performance.A. usefulB. usefullyC. use37. You need to work harder to ________ your goal.A. reachB. reach outC. reachedD. reaching38. My friend and I decided to ________ shopping for the rest of the day.A. goB. goingC. goesD. wentPart III Reading Comprehension (40 points)Directions: Read the following passages. After reading each passage, choose the best answer to each question according to what is stated or implied in the passage, and write the corresponding letter of the answer on your answer sheet.Passage OneAdvertisers spend millions of dollars on commercials in an attempt to persuade people to buy products. To achieve this goal, they use various methods, such as attractive models, catchy slogans, and emotional appeals. However, consumers should be cautious when watching advertisements to avoid making impulsive purchases.39. What is the main purpose of advertisements?A. To educate consumers.B. To entertain viewers.C. To sell products.D. To inform the public.40. What can help advertisers persuade people to buy products?A. Scientific facts.B. Emotional appeals.C. Boring slogans.D. Unattractive models.41. Why should consumers be cautious when watching advertisements?A. To avoid impulsive purchases.B. To support local businesses.C. To enjoy the commercials.D. To learn about new products.Passage TwoRelaxation is a crucial aspect of maintaining mental health. Many people lead busy lives and struggle to find time to unwind. However, studies have shown that taking breaks, practicing mindfulness, exercising, and spending time with loved ones can reduce stress and improve well-being.42. Why is relaxation important?A. To increase stress.B. To maintain mental health.C. To avoid exercising.D. To stay busy.43. What can reduce stress according to the passage?A. Working long hours.B. Spending time with loved ones.C. Ignoring breaks.D. Avoiding exercise.44. What can improve well-being according to the passage?A. Taking breaks.B. Watching TV.C. Avoiding exercise.D. Working late.Passage ThreeWith advancements in technology, remote work has become more common, allowing employees to work from home or any location. While this has its benefits, such as flexibility and reduced commuting time, it also poses challenges like communication issues and work-life balance concerns.45. What has become more common with advancements in technology?A. Working in an office.B. Remote work.C. Commuting to work.D. Absenteeism.46. What are the benefits of remote work mentioned in the passage?A. Long hours.B. Flexibility.C. Strict schedules.D. Commuting.47. What challenges are associated with remote work according to the passage?A. Communication issues.B. Long commute times.C. Lack of flexibility.D. Strict schedules.Part IV Writing (20 points)Directions: Write an email of at least 120 words to a friend inviting them to attend a music concert with you next week. In your email, include the following details:- Tell your friend about the concert (band/artist, venue, date, time)- Express your excitement about the concert- Suggest meeting up before the concert for dinner or drinks- Ask your friend to RSVP by a certain dateDear [Friend's Name],I hope you're doing well! I wanted to reach out to you about an exciting event – a music concert that I've been looking forward to for weeks. The concert features [Name of Band/Artist] and will be held at [Name of Venue] next [Day of the Week]. The show starts at [Time of Concert], and I am thrilled about the opportunity to see them perform live.I would love for you to join me at the concert and make a night of it. How about we meet up before the show for dinner or drinks? It would be a great chance to catch up and get in the mood for the amazing music ahead.Please let me know by [RSVP Date] if you can make it. I really hope you can come with me!Looking forward to your response.Best,[Your Name]---This document is a sample of the 2023 Jiangsu Province College English Test. Students will use their language skills to complete listening comprehension, vocabulary and structure exercises, reading comprehension activities, and a writing task. The test aims to assess students' proficiency in English and their ability to communicate effectively in various situations. Good luck to all the participants!篇22023 Jiangsu Province College English Test (CET) Specific Test QuestionsPart I Listening ComprehensionSection A: Short Conversations1. What are the speakers mainly talking about?A. A new restaurant.B. A job interview.C. A holiday plan.2. What does the woman think of the science fiction movie?A. Boring.B. Exciting.C. Confusing.3. What did the man buy for his girlfriend's birthday?A. A book.B. A sweater.C. A handbag.4. When is the woman's flight to Beijing?A. Wednesday morning.B. Wednesday afternoon.C. Thursday morning.5. What does the man promise to do for the woman?A. Edit her essay.B. Take her to the library.C. Cook dinner for her.Section B: Short Talks6. What is the talk mainly about?A. A historical figure.B. An upcoming exhibition.C. A tourist attraction.7. When does the exhibit open?A. Friday.B. Saturday.C. Sunday.8. What is the special theme of this year's exhibition?A. Ancient artifacts.B. Modern technologies.C. Nature and wildlife.9. How long does the speaker suggest spending at the exhibition?A. At least half a day.B. A full day.C. Two days.10. What should visitors do before going to the exhibition?A. Book tickets online.B. Bring their own food.C. Arrive early to avoid crowds.Part II Reading ComprehensionPassage 111. According to the passage, what is one consequence of lack of sleep?A. Improved memory.B. Reduced concentration.C. Increased productivity.12. What percentage of adults suffer from sleep disorders?A. 10%.B. 30%.C. 50%.Passage 213. What do successful salespeople do according to the passage?A. Focus on their needs.B. Ask lots of questions.C. Use aggressive tactics.14. Why is building relationships important in sales?A. To gain trust.B. To make quick sales.C. To avoid competition.Passage 315. What is the main subject of the passage?A. Climate change.B. Deforestation.C. Water pollution.16. According to the passage, what can individuals do to help the environment?A. Reduce waste.B. Buy more products.C. Drive more cars.Part III WritingWrite an essay on the following topic:In recent years, the issue of climate change has become a global concern. Discuss the causes and effects of climate change and suggest ways individuals can help mitigate its impact.Your essay should be at least 300 words.That's the end of the test. Good luck!篇32023-Jiangsu-Provincial College English Test (CET) Sample PapersPart I Writing (30 minutes)Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write a short essay on the topic of Choosing a Major in College. You should write at least 150 words following the outline given below:1.在进入大学之前，选择专业是一个重要的决定。
学术性硕士研究生学位英语试卷
学术性硕士研究生学位英语试卷一、选择题（每题1分，共15分）请在每道题的四个选项中选择一个最正确的答案。
1、下列哪个国家是英语的发源地？A.美国B.英国C.加拿大D.澳大利亚2、在英语中，“do”是一个助动词，它的基本意思是“做”。
下列哪个选项是“do”的正确用法？A.我做了饭。
B.我做饭了。
C.我做的是饭。
D.做饭给我。
3、下列哪个单词是名词？A.bookB.chairC.tableD.bookcase4、下列哪个单词是动词？A.writeB.readC.countD.check5、下列哪个短语是正确的？A.in the morningB.at noonC.in the nightD.at nightfall6、下列哪个选项是一个完整的句子？A.The cat is on the mat.B.The mat is on the table.C.The table is in the room.D.The room is in the building.7、下列哪个单词有比较级形式？A.beautifulB.uglyC.tallD.short8、下列哪个选项是一个正确的问句？A.What's your name?B.How are you?C.Where are you from?D.Who are you?9、下列哪个单词的意思是“也”？A.yesB.noC.eitherD.neither10、下列哪个单词的意思是“一”？A.oneB.twoC.threeD.four11-15题略。
学术性学位与专业学位研究生培养模式的特性比较随着高等教育的不断发展，学术性学位与专业学位研究生培养模式成为的焦点。
这两种培养模式在目标、招生制度、教育过程、考核方式等方面存在一定的差异，本文将对其进行比较分析。
在培养目标方面，学术性学位研究生注重学术素养和科研能力的培养，以培养学术研究型人才为主。
此类研究生需要具备扎实的理论基础和较高的研究能力，能够独立承担科学研究任务，具备创新意识和团队协作精神。
东南大学攻读硕士学位研究生入学考试试卷(doc 6页)(正式版)
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研究生学位英语试卷及答案
EST 1Part I Listening ComprehensionSection 1, Conversation (10 minutes, 10 points)Section 2, Passages (10 minutes, 10 points)Part II: Cloze Test (10 minutes, 15 points)Scientists who study the Earth's climate are convinced that volcano eruptions have a significant effect on general weather patterns. In fact, one of the many (36) which attempt to explain how an ice age begins holds that the (37) is a dramatic increase in volcanic eruptions. The volcanic explosions, besides causing local thunderstorms and lightning, inject great amounts of gas and (38)_into the stratosphere (同温层). At this (39)，the volcanic material spreads all the way around the Earth. This volcanic material (40) a certain amount of sunlight and (41) some back into space. The net result is to (42) the planet's surface. For instance, 43 was perhaps the largest eruption occurred in 1883 when the Indonesia volcano Krakatoa exploded. The following year was (44) in Europe as the "year without summer" because the (45) was so cool and rainy.While there is (46) scientific agreement that volcanic eruption can lead to cooling, (47) of how this happens are not clear. As a result, scientists cannot (48) whether the volcanic activity which (49) past ice ages would result (50) sufficient cooling to cause a glacial period. Similarly, it is not possible for scientists to predict the climate effect of a future volcanic eruption with any confidence.36. A. theories B. inventions C. judgments D. discoveries37. A. cause B. course C. means D. case38. A. petroleum B. ash C. flame D. garbage39. A. relation B. instance C. moment D. altitude40. A. scatters B. releases C. constitutes D. absorbs41. A. carries B. converts C. reflects D. gathers42. A. cool B. warm C. freeze D. heat43. A. such B. what C. there D. that44. A. known B. reported C. marked D. testified45. A. air B. temperature C. sky D. weather46. A. committed B. optimistic C. general D. absolute47. A. indexes B. predictions C. details D. decisions48. A. analyze B. determine C. assure D. assume49. A. confronted B. promoted C. proceed D. preceded50. A. in B. from C. to D. withPart I ReadingPassage OneWe use emotive language to express our own attitudes and feelings. We also direct emotive language at other people to persuade them to believe as we do or to do as we want them to do; and, of course, other people direct emotive language at us to get us to believe or to do what they want.We are subjected to a constant stream of persuasion day in, day out, at home and in school, on the radio and on television. It comes from parents and teachers, from preachers and politicians, from editors and commentators, but, most of all, of course, from advertisers. Most of this persuasion is expressed in emotive language and is intended to appeal to our feelings rather than to be weighed up by our powers of reasoning.We should look at the motives behind all this persuasion. Why do they want to persuade us? What do they want us to do? We are not thinking very clearly unless we try to see through the veil of words and realize something of the speaker's purpose.An appeal to emotion is in itself neither good or bad. Our emotions exist and they are part of our personality. On some occasions people appeal to our emotions on the highest levels and from the best of motives. A case in point is Churchill's wartime speeches: whatever people thought of Churchill as a politician, they were united behind him when he spoke as national leader in those dark days --- their feelings responded to his call for resolution and unity.It is a characteristic of social groups that the members have a feeling of personal attachment to the group --- to the family in earliest childhood and extending later to the school, the team, the church, the nation, in patterns that vary from time to time. Hence a speaker from our group will find in us feelings to which he can readily and genuinely appeal, whether our reaction is favorable or not. We are at least open to the appeal and we appreciate the context in which it is made.1. The major functions of emotive language discussed in the passage are to - .A. extend our powers of reasoning and carry out a purposeB. advertise and produce the wanted social effectsC. show one's feelings and appeal to those of othersD. make others believe in us and respond to our feelings2. It is suggested in the third paragraph of this passage that we - .A should keep a cool head when subjected to persuasion of various kindsB need to judge whether a persuasion is made for good or badC. have to carefully use our emotive languageD. should avoid being easily seen through by an appeal from others3. The source from which emotive language flows upon us in its greatest amount is - .A. the mass mediaB. the educational institutionsC. the religious circlesD. the advertising business4. Churchill is mentioned in the passage as -'A. an example of how people weighed up persuasion with reasoningB. a national leader who brought out people's best feelingsC. a positive example of appealing to people's motionD. a politician who has been known as a good speaker5. What is NOT mentioned as relevant to our emotions in this passage?A. Social contextB. Personal experienceC. The personality of national leadersD. Religious belief6. It can be inferred from the passage that a persuasive speaker must .A. find out what group his audience is attached toB. vary his speech patterns from time to timeC. know how to adapt his way of speaking to the needs of the audienceD. be aware whether the listeners are favorable to his opinion or notPassage TwoAs goods and services improved, people were persuaded to spend their money on changing from old to new, and found the change worth the expenses. When an airline equipped itself with jets, for example, its costs ( and therefore air fare) would go up, but the new planes meant such an improvement that the higher cost was justified. A new car ( or wireless, washing machine, electric kettle) made life so much more comfortable than the old one that the high cost of replacement was fully repaid. Manufacturers still cry their wares as persuasively as ever, but are the improvements really worth paying for? In many fields things have now reached such a high standard of performance that further progress is very limited and very expensive. Airlines, for example, go to enormous expense in buying the latest prestige jets, in which vast research costs have been spent on relatively small improvements. If we scrap these vast costs we might lose the chance of cutting minutes away from flying times, but wouldn't it be better to see air fares drop dramatically, as capital costs become relatively insignificant? Again, in the context of a 70mph limit, with platoons of cars traveling so densely as to control each other's speeds, improvements in performance are virtually irrelevant; improvements in handling are unnecessary, as most production cars grip the road perfectly; and comfort has now reached a very high level indeed. Small improvements here are unlikely to be worth the thousands that anybody replacing an ordinary family car every two years may ultimately have spent on them. Let us instead have cars --- or wireless, electric kettles, washing machines, television sets --- which are made to last, and not to be replaced. Significant progress is obviously a good thing; but the insignificant progression from model-change to model-change is not.7. The author obviously is challenging the social norm that - .A. it is. important to improve goods and servicesB. development of technology makes our life more comfortableC. it is reasonable that prices are going up all the timeD. slightly modified new products are worth buying8. According to this passage, air fares may rise because -'A people tend to travel by new airplanesB. the airplane has been improvedC. the change is found to be reasonableD. the service on the airplane is better than before9. According to the author, passengers would be happier if they -'A. could fly in the latest model of reputable planesB. could get tickets at much lower pricesC. see the airlines make vital changes in their servicesD. could spend less time flying in the air10. When manufacturers have improved the performance of their products to a certain level, thenit would be_. .A. justified for them to cut the priceB. unnecessary for them to make any new changesC. difficult and costly to further better themD. insignificant for them to cut down the research costs11. In the case of cars, the author urges that we - .A. cancel the speed limitB. further improve the performanceC. improve the durabilityD. change models every two years12. The author's criticism is probably based on the fact that - .A. we have been persuaded to live an extravagant life todayB. many products we buy turn out to be substandard or inferiorC. inflation is becoming a big problem in the world todayD. people are wasting their money on trivial technological progressPassage ThreeRecent studies on the male-female wage gap predict that even though entry salaries for males and females in the same occupation are nearly equal because women's market skills have improved vastly, the chances of the overall gap closing in the foreseeable future are minimal. This is due to several factors that are likely to change very slowly, if at all. An important reason is that women are concentrated in occupations --- service and clerical --- that pay less than traditional male jobs. It is possible that more women than men in their twenties are hesitant to commit themselves to a year-round, lifetime career or job for many reasons There is lingering attitude on both the part of women and their employers that women are not cut out for certain jobs. Not only does this attitude channel women into lower-paying work, but it also serves to keep them from top management positions.Another significant factor in the widening wage gap between men and women entering the work force, even in comparable jobs, is that women often drop out at critical points in their careers to have a family. Women still have the primary responsibility for child-bearing; even if they continue to work, they often forgo overtime and promotions that would conflict with home responsibilities. The ages of25 to 35 have been shown repeatedly to be the period when working consistently and hard is vital to advancement and job security. These are precisely the years when women are likely to have children and begin to slide away from men in earning power. Consequently, a woman's income is more likely to be seen as secondary to her husband's.13.According to recent studies on the male-female wage gap, -'A. there is much hope of narrowing the male-female wage gap in the near futureB. working women will have many opportunities to hold high-paying jobs in the near futureC. women's pay will still stay at a level below that of men in the near futureD. salaries for males and females in the same occupation will be equal in the near future14. Women are kept from top management positions partly because they - .A. decide to devote themselves to certain lifetime jobs in their twentiesB. are inclined to rank family second to workC. tend to have more quarrels with their employersD. still take an incorrect attitude towards themselves15. Which of the following is implied in the passage as a partial reason for women's concentration in certainoccupations?A. Social division of labor.B. Social prejudice against themC. Employment laws.D. Physiological weakness.16. The word" forgo" in Paragraph 2 could be best replaced by - .A. give upB. drop outC. throwawayD. cut out17. It can be inferred from the second paragraph that - .A. men's jobs are subject to changeB. women tend to be employed off and on at the same jo bC. men' chances of promotion are minimalD. women used to be employed all the year round18. Which of the following statements is NOT true?A. Women's market skills have improved greatly.B. Child care is still chiefly women's workC. Women are typically employed in clerical and service jobs.D. Domestic duties no longer conflict with women's jobs.Passage FourIt seems that the life of a television reporter is fantastically admired by many people. But this is only one side of the coin. First, he never goes deeply into anyone subject --- he may be expert at mastering a brief in a short time and "getting up" a subject, but a week later he is on to the next subject, and a week later still he is on to the subject after that. He seldom grasps with a full-scale investigation anyone thing. He has to be able to forget what he was working on a few weeks before, otherwise his mind would become messed up.Second, a reporter does not have anything lasting to show for what he does --- there is no shelf of books, no studio full of paintings. He pours his life into something which flickers in shadows across a screen and is gone forever. I have seen people in many television jobs turn at the end of watching one of their own programs and saysomething like: " Well, that's all those days/weeks/months of work. Travel and worry sunk without trace." As a way of life it comes to seem like blowing bubbles --- entertaining to do, and the bubbles numerous and pretty to look at, and all different, but all disappearing into thin air.Third, the pace of life is too fast. Not only is it destructive of one's private life, one does not even have time to give proper consideration to the things one is professionally concerned with --not enough time to think, not enough time to read, not enough time to write one's commentary, prepare one's interviews and so on. When one disengages from it and allows one's perceptions, thinking, reading and the rest to proceed at their natural pace one gets an altogether unfamiliar sense of solidarity and well-being.Fourth, the reporter is at the mercy of events. A revolution breaks out in Cuba so he is off there on the next plane. Somebody shoots President Reagan so he drops everything he is doing and flies to Washington. He is like a puppet pulled by strings --- the strings of the world's affairs. He is not motivated from within. He does not decide for himself what he would like to do, where he would like to go, what he would like to work on. He is activated from without, and his whole life becomes a kind of reflex action, a series of high-pressure responses to external stimuli. He has ceased to exist as an independent personality.19.A TV reporter never makes an in-depth study of a subject because -'A. he usually gets one side of the pictureB. the subjects that he has to attend to often switch from one to anotherC. he does not know how to develop it to its full scaleD. that is the life that suits him20. A. it is implied but not stated that many people - .A. know nothing about the work of a TV repor1erB. think the life of a TV reporter dull and boringC. have a biased opinion against the job of a TV reporterD. tend to underestimate the hard part of being a TV reporter21 TV reporting, according to this passage, is something_______.A. profitable for a person to take upB. interesting to do but quick to fade outC. causing a person to forget his previous workD. producing a lasting effect22.A TV reporter is in most need of - .A. being a master of his timeB. proper consideration of his professionC. a comfortable life of his ownD. disengaging himself from work23. The activities of a TV reporter are largely geared to - .A. his motivationB. his working styleC. current affairsD. reflex to pressures24. The title of this passage would best be given as - .A. What a TV Reporter Can and Cannot AccomplishB. The Sorrows of TV ProfessionalsC. The Confession of a TV ReporterD. The Drawbacks in the Life of a TV ReporterPaper TwoPart IV Reading and Answering Questions (25 minutes, 10 points)The conflict between what in its present mood the public expects science to achieve in satisfaction of popular hopes and what is really in its power is a serious matter because. even if the true scientists should all recognize the limitations of what they can do in the field of human affairs, so long as the public expects more there will always be some who will pretend, and perhaps honestly believe, that they can do more to meet popular demands than is really in their power. It is often difficult enough for the expert, and ce11ainly in many instances impossible for the layman, to distinguish between legitimate and illegitimate claims advanced in the name of science. The enormous publicity recently given by the media to a report pronouncing in the name of science of The Limits to Growth, and the silence of the same media about the devastating criticism this report has received from the competent experts, must make one feel somewhat apprehensive about the use to which the prestige of science can be put. But it is by no means only in the field of economics that far-reaching claims are made on behalf of a more scientific direction of all human activities and the desirability of replacing spontaneous processes by "conscious human control".If I am not mistaken, psychology, psychiatry and some branches of sociology, not to speak about the so-called philosophy of history, are even more affected by what I have called the scientistic prejudice, and by specious claims of what science can achieve.Questions :What is the main thought of the passage? What should be our correct attitude towards science?回答该项问题一般要注意，第一问主要是结合文章回答问题，可以或多或少的引用文中内容回答，第二问主要是考察我们研究生对某个现象的认识。
999999东南大学2004英美文学与翻译
东南大学2004年攻读硕士学位研究生入学考试试题English and American Literature Part: (90%)Ⅰ. Identify the authorship and genre of the following works: (20%)1. Of Mice and Man2. Moby Dick4, Desire Under the Elms5. The Importance of Being Earnest6. Howl7. Pygmalion8. Finnegans Wake9. The White Peacock10. Where Angels Fear to TreadⅡ. Name two works by each of the following authors: (I0%)I. Charles Dickens2. Doris Lessing3. Virginia Woolf4. Toni Morrison5. Ernest Hemingway6. T. S. Eliot7. William Wordsworth8. Robert Frost9. William Faulkner10. Jane AustenⅢ. Choose from the given choices the one that best suits the statement: (1% × 15=15%)1. In the early stage of the Renaissance, and poetic drama were the most outstandingliterary forms.a. biographyb. fictionc. essayd. poetry2. Milton’s masterpiece and the greatest English epic is.a. Paradise Lostb. Paradise Regainedc. Samson Agonistesd. The Faerie Queene3. has been regarded as "Father of the English Novel."a. Swiftb. Defoec. Sheridand. Milton4. , Byron’s masterpiece, is a poem based on a traditional Spanish legend of a great lover and seducer of women.a. Cainb. Oriented Talesc. Don Juand. The Prisoner of Chillon5. Which of the following is not a novel by Jane Austen?a. Pride and Prejudiceb. Sense and Sensibilityc. Northanger Abbeyd. Jane Eyre6. “She stiffened a little on the kerb, waiting for Durtnall’s van to pass. A Charming woman, Scrope Purvis thought her (knowing her as one does know people who live next door to one in Westminster); a touch of the bird about her, of the jay, blue-green, light, vivacious, though she was over fifty, and grown very white since her illness. There she perched, never seeing him, waiting to cross, very, upright.”The above paragraph may be taken froma. Sons and Loversb. Blissc. Ulyssesd. Mrs. Dalloway7. Which of the following is not a novel by Mark Twain?a. The Gilded Ageb. The Adventure of Tom Sawyerc. The Adventure of Huckleberry Finnd. The Leaning Tower8. “The apparition of these faces in the crowd; Petals on a wet, black bough.”The above two lines a re most probably taken from a poem bya. Ezra Poundb. Robert Frostc. Sylvia Plathd. Walt Whitman9. “Thou, silent form, dost tease us out of thought As doth eternity: Cold Pastoral!”The above lines are most probably taken from .a. Ode on a Grecian Urnb. Ode to the West Windc. Ode to Libertyd. Ode to Nightingale10. “Thou who didst waken from his summer dreams The blue Mediterranean, where he lay,Lulled by the coil of his crystalline streams”Who does the poet refer to by saying "his summer dreams" in the first line?a. The poet himselfb. The west windc. The Mediterraneand. England11. is a typical feat ure of Swift’s writings.a. Bitter satireb. Elegant stylec. Casual narrationd. Psycho-analysis12. “My dear, you flatter me. I certainly have had my share of beauty, but I do not pretend tobe anything extraordinary, now. When a woman has five gown-up daughters, she ought to give over thinking of her own beauty.”The above passage is taken froma. Jane Eyreb. Wuthering Heightsc. Pride and Prejudiced. A Portrait of a Lady’s13. Mark Twain was the pseudonym of .a. Samuel Langhome Clemensb. William Sydney Porterc. Cutter Belld. Wallace Stevens14. The name of Robert Browning is often associated with the term .a. critical realismb. blank versec. oded. dramatic monologue15. has been regarded as the forerunner of the English modem poetry.a. Ezra Poundb. T.S. Eliotc. William Butler Yeatsd. Philip LarkinIV. Define the following terms: (5% x3- 15%)1. Metaphysical poetry2. Stream-of-Consciousness3. Black HumorV. Answer the following questions: (5% 12=10%)I. What is the symbolic meaning of “the west wind” in Percy Bysshe Shelley’s “Ode to theWest Wind”?2. In what sense is Tess’ story tragic?1. When You Are Old by William Butler YeatsWhen you are old and grey and full of sleep,And nodding by the fire, take down this book,And slowly read, and dream of the soft lookYour eyes had once, and of their shadows deep;How many loved your moments of glad grace,And loved your beauty with love false and true,But one man loved the pilgrim soul in you,And loved the sorrows of your changing face;And bending down beside the glowing bars,Murmur, a little sadly, how Love fledAnd paced upon the mountains overheadAnd hid his face amid a crowd of stars.2. (Excerpts from "The Decay of Friendship" by Dr. Samuel Johnson)3. (Excepts from Heat of Darkness by Joseph Conrad)Part Two Translation (60)Note: Write your translation on the Answer Sheet.I. Translate the following into Chinese: ( 30 )II. Translate the following into English:(30)1.平则门外，有一道护城河。
南大 汉语言文学 硕士复试 英语题目
南大汉语言文学硕士复试英语题目全文共6篇示例，供读者参考篇1English Test? That Sounds Tough!Wow, an English test for the master's program at Nanjing University in Chinese language and literature? That seems kind of weird to me. I mean, I get that English is a really important language to know these days. My teachers are always going on about how learning English will open up so many opportunities for me in the future. But for a Chinese major? I would have thought the test would be all about classical Chinese literature and stuff.My older sister is actually applying to that program this year. She's been studying her butt off, reading all of these really old and boring books. I try to tease her about it, but she just sticks her tongue out at me. I guess I'll have to be nicer after she aces that English test!I can't even imagine what kinds of questions they would ask on a test like that. Maybe they'll have a reading passage about Confucius or some ancient poet, but then all the questions willbe in English. That would be so confusing! Like, what if they ask "In line 28, what metaphor is the author using for the embrace of nature?" But the line is in classical Chinese? How are you supposed to analyze that in English? My brain hurts just thinking about it.Or maybe the test will be less literature focused and more about English vocabulary and grammar related to the field of Chinese studies. So lots of words like "etymology" and "philology" and "dialectology." I don't even know what half of those mean! My sister has all these huge vocabulary flashcard stacks. She makes me quiz her sometimes, and I just stare back blankly when she reads words like "diachronic" and "diglossia." Uhh...good luck with those, sis.Then there's the writing section to worry about. What if they make her write a whole paper in English analyzing some aspect of Chinese literature or linguistics? She'll be furiously scratching away in English about the historical development of tonal systems or the evolving use of zhi ci in Tang dynasty poetry. Her hand would probably cramp up after an hour of that!I guess I can see why they would want Chinese literature students to be good at academic English though. If you want to be a researcher or professor in that field, you'll probably need toread and write a ton of scholarly papers and books in English. The test is just preparing them for that reality. It still seems kind of cruel though!Part of me wonders if this intense English requirement is just to weed out some of the candidates and make the application process even harder. Like, for a lot of Chinese students, English is probably their worst subject. So an English-heavy test means only the very best students will make it through. My sister is a stellar student, but she has admitted to me that she's afraid the English test could trip her up. I'm trying to keep her spirits up though! I tell her I have complete faith that her English skills are good enough to slay that test.In fact, I should probably start preparing myself mentally for these kinds of intense English exams. I'm only in elementary school, but I know I'll have to start getting serious about English sooner rather than later. Who knows, maybe I'll end up following in my sister's footsteps and become a Chinese literature master too! Though I'm really hoping that by the time I apply to graduate programs, they'll have done away with those crazy English tests for Chinese majors. A kid can dream, right?Well, I should get going. I have the rest of my English homework to finish up, and my mom will start nagging me if Ileave it for too late at night. I just want to say one more time: good luck on that test, sis! Your English is rockstar level. You're going to show that test who's boss! Just imagine how victoriously you'll be able to stick your tongue out at me after you pass it with flying colors!篇2当然可以！以下是一篇符合要求的文章。