新生代英语拓展教程期末试卷A卷附答案

End-Term Test A
For New Generation English Extended
Part 1 Listening Comprehension (29 points)
Section A
There are 7 recorded questions in this section. Listen to each question. Then decide on the correct answer. (1 point*7)
1. A. Sometimes. B. Never.
C. Every day.
D. Not much.
2. A. No, I think it comes down to genetics. B. My parents.
C. I agree.
D. Maybe next time.
3. A. Never give up. B. The flexible working hours.
C. In a bank.
D. Yes, I understand.
4. A. I didn’t think so. B. It’s everything I dreamed of.
C. An actress.
D. I enjoyed it.
5. A. Did I? I’m so sorry! B. How much?
C. Why not?
D. Never mind!
6. A. Delicious! B. One cup, please.
C. I disagree.
D. I can take it or leave it.
7. A. Dusting and washing the dishes. B. Yes, but it’s refundable.
C. No, I don’t like it.
D. Yes, I have.
Section B
Directions: There are 7 recorded dialogues in this section. After each dialogue, there is a recorded question. When you hear a question, choose the correct answer. (1 point*7)
8. A. Advice about social media. B. Technical help with her computer.
C. To have a break from social media.
D. A new password.
9. A. She’s overcharged the man for his coffee. B. She’s crashed the man’s car.
C. She’s forgotten her homework.
D. She’s broken the man’s cup.
10. A. Firefighter. B. Dog-trainer.
C. Teacher.
D. Lawyer.
11. A. It’s got a balcony. B. It’s small and cozy.
C. It’s close to amenities.
D. It’s large and spacious.
12. A. 5. B. 10.
C. 15.
D. 20.
13. A. Her mother. B. Her father.
C. Her sister.
D. Her grandmother.
14. A. Someone who is independent. B. Someone who is ambitious.
C. Someone who is sociable.
D. Someone with a good sense of humor.
Section C
Listen to the two conversations and answer the questions. (1 point*5)
Conversation 1
1. Why is Lana saying sorry?
A. She was late.
B. She arrived too early.
C. She forgot the meeting.
D. She broke the man’s cup.
2. Why can’t Peter take Lana for coffee?
A. Peter will attend a meeting in half an hour.
B. Peter doesn’t like coffee.
C. Lana doesn’t have time.
D. Lana feels bad.
Conversation 2
3. What is Frank doing now?
A. Posting his photos online.
B. Having a party.
C. Looking for a job.
D. Talking with employers.
4. What does Belle suggest?
A. Posting more photos online.
B. Going for a walk.
C. Being careful about online harassment.
D. Being careful when sharing online.
5. Why does Belle suggest that?
A. The online harassment is very common.
B. Employers often check candidate’s social media profiles.
C. Frank often posts photos online.
D. Employers pay little attention on candidate’s social media profiles.
Section D
Listen to the recorded passage three times. During the second reading, fill in the blanks with the words and phrases you hear. During the third reading, check your writing. (2 points*5) I’ve got a 1) _______. I work part-time in the local diner. Last week, I saw one of my 2) _______ steal money from the till. It wasn’t much - just about $25 dollars, but still. It wasn’t his money to take. The problem is, I know this guy has had a lot of unhappiness in his life. He’s 3) _______ and I think he’s also got a lot of money worries. If I go to my boss and tell him what I saw, I know my co-worker will 4) _______. My boss will probably call the police too. I don’t want to tell my boss, but I don’t think I’ll have 5) _______ until I do.
Part 2 Vocabulary & Structure (15 points)
Section A
Choose the correct option for each sentence. (1 point*10)
1. He’s leaning _______ a career in law at the moment.
A. towards
B. on
C. over
D. around
2. She told me that she _______ a holiday.
A. need
B. needing
C. needed
D. has needed
3. When she looked _______ on her life, she had no regrets.
A. forward
B. over
C. back
D. by
4. Did you _______ to go out with him?
A. used
B. use
C. using
D. would
5. No one likes getting _______ abuse.
A. spoken
B. verbal
C. word
D. speaking
6. Keep trying, and little by _______, you’ll start to see a difference in your fitness level.
A. less
B. small
C. little
D. often
7. What have you _______ doing all afternoon?
A. be
B. being
C. been
D. had
8. If you’re not sure about anything on this course, then this is a great book to refer _______.
A. to
B. in
C. on
D. at
9. _______ been listening to music all afternoon when there was a knock on the door.
A. He’d
B. He’s
C. He’ll
D. He was
10. Gary’s smiling at you. I think you’ve _______ his eye.
A. got
B. held
C. taken
D. caught
Section B
Fill in each blank with the proper form of the word given in brackets. (1 point*5)
1. I’d been ___________ (learn) English for three years before I felt confident about speaking it.
2. Have you ___________ (speak) to your teacher yet?
3. He had never been ___________ (accuse) of a crime before that day.
4. I’m sorry, but I think there’s been a(n) ___________ (misunderstand).
5. It isn’t nice to live with roommates who always ___________ (invade) your privacy.
Part 3 Reading Comprehension (40 points)
Task 1
Read the passage. Choose the best answer for each question. (1 point*5)
Before you sign on the dotted line…
You’re just about to sign a lease on a property; a nice, spacious apartment with a balcony. It all looks perfect, and you really can’t wait to get all your stuff moved in. However excited you feel, it’s worth taking the time to pause and think. Is this really the right choice for you?
The first thing to think about is your landlord/landlady. What kind of impression do you get from them? Are they trustworthy and reliable? If the bathroom floods at midnight, will they come and help you sort the problem out? Things can go wrong, even in the most perfect looking apartment. It’s worth knowing that your landlord/landlady will be able to support you in these situations.
Have you asked about the neighbors? Party-loving, noisy neighbors can be a real headache for students. At worst, neighbors who behave in an anti-social way can have a real impact on your health and your studies. Make sure to do some research on who you’ll be living next to.
Finally, don’t assume everything works in your apartment. It may look grea t, but have you checked the water pressure? Does the heating work and can the windows open?
It’s better to be safe than sorry. Doing your homework before you sign the lease can prevent a lot of problems in the long term.
1.What is the purpose of this article?
A. To give advice on how to deal with a bad landlord/landlady.
B. To show the possible disadvantages of renting an apartment.
C. To discuss the benefits of renting an apartment.
D. To advise renters not to sign a lease too quickly.
2.The writer recommends that you _______ before signing a lease.
A. Phone your mother
B. Look at some other apartments
C. Negotiate a lower rent
D. Stop and think
3.What is important to know about your landlord/landlady?
A. Where they live.
B. Whether they have a family.
C. If they have a good sense of humor.
D. Whether they will support you if there is a problem.
4.According to the writer, what should you do some research on?
A. The neighbors.
B. Parking facilities.
C. Links with public transport.
D. The surrounding area.
5.Why should you check the heating and water pressure?
A. To check it’s new.
B. To check the systems are environmentally friendly.
C. To check it works.
D. To show the landlord/landlady you know what you are doing.
Task 2
Read the passage. Choose the best answer for each question. (1 point*5)
The art of the perfect apology
To make a good apology, we need to follow a recipe. What ingredients do we combine and how do we present them to get the right reaction, i.e. forgiveness?
The first thing you need to do is to think about what you want to say. There is not much point in saying I’m sorry!” if you haven’t worked out exactly what you are saying sorry for. You need to think about what you have done wrong and how your actions have impacted on the other person.
You may wish to offer to make it up to the other person. That’s fine, but be very careful that you don’t promise more than you can deliver! You don’t want to have to apologize again for a broken promise!
Next, you need to decide how to present your apology. If you are apologizing to someone you don’t know well, then a formal email is probably the best. For closer friends, a verbal apology might
be better, as this will give you an opportunity to talk things over together. Sometimes, words cannot express everything you want to say: in this case, you can always say it with flowers, or perhaps a nice box of chocolates.
Finally, avoid trying to make excuses when you apologize. Accept the responsibility for what you have done, and don’t expect sympathy from the person you’re apologizing to.
Saying sorry can be hard, but if you do it right it can fix broken relationships and put things back on the right track.
6.Why does the writer compare an apology to a recipe?
A. It can be hard to follow.
B. The results can be delicious.
C. It usually can be found in the kitchen.
D. We need to combine the ingredients to get a reaction.
7.According to the writer, what should you do first?
A. Say “I’m sorry”.
B. Think about what you have done.
C. Buy the person some flowers.
D. Check the person is home.
8.Why should you be careful about promising to make it up to the person?
A. It may seem like an easy way out.
B. They might not believe you.
C. You might not be able to keep your promise.
D. They might start to expect too much.
9.How does the writer suggest you apologize to a close friend?
A. In a nice restaurant.
B. With a formal email.
C. Verbally.
D. With a post on social media.
10.What should you not do when you are apologizing?
A. Make eye contact.
B. Make excuses.
C. Show your feelings.
D. Give the person flowers.
Task 3
Read the following passage. Fill in each blank with no more than three words. (2 points*5)
Cooking on a budget seminar
Are you tired of cooking the same meals all the time? Do you want to be able to cook healthy, delicious meals at affordable prices? Then come along to a seminar about budget cookery at the student union this weekend.
Our very special guest speaker is television chef Jamie Ramsay. Jamie will be talking about the importance of a healthy diet for students. He’ll also give some great advice about cooking on a budget, sharing some of his own recipes and performing some cookery demonstrations.
This will be a very popular event, so please book early! Tickets can be purchased through the college website.
Date: 25th June
Time: 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Venue: The Student Union (Room 16)
The theme of the seminar is cooking (11) ___________.
The guest speaker is a famous (12) ___________.
Participants will learn about why students should have a healthy diet. They’ll also be able to watch (13) ___________.
Tickets can be bought on (14) ___________.
Participants are advised to (15) ___________.
Task 4
The following is a list of terms related to job choices. After reading it, you are required to find the items equivalent to those given in Chinese in the table below. (1 point*10)
A—job satisfaction B—to feel valued
C—to work in a close-knit team D—financial incentives
E—perks of the job F—company car
G—to offer a competitive package H—to be motivated by money
I—career crossroads J—potential for self-development
K—voluntary work L—careers advisor
M—hard skills N—soft skills
O—a rewarding career P—to meet challenges
Q—starting salary
Examples: (M) 硬技能 (N) 软技能
Task 5
The following is an informal email to a friend. After reading it, fill in each blank with no more than three words. (2 points*5)
Hi Sandy,
Thanks for your email! It was so good to hear from you!
I was sorry to hear about your moral dilemma. I’m not surprised that you’ve been feeling a bit down in the dumps about this. It’s a really difficult situation. I’m not as smart as you, so I’ve never experienced a friend trying to copy my college assignments the whole time!
If I were you, I’d speak to Helen. She has to realize that what she’s doing just isn’t fair on you. If the teacher finds out that she’s copying your work, then you’re both going to get into lots of trouble.
I know that you are a really honest and fair person, so it can’t be good for you to have this on your conscience.
Of course, if Helen stops copying your work, she may start to get poor grades at school and I know this will be hard for her. However, she needs to face up to her problems. Perhaps she could get extra help from one of the teachers. Have you suggested this to her?
I hope you get this sorted out soon.
Take care,
Jamey
26. Why did Sandy write to Jamey?
She wanted advice about a(n) ____________.
27. What is Helen trying to do?
She’s trying to ____________.
28. What does Jamey advise?
He thinks Sandy ____________ Helen.
29. What kind of person does Jamey think Sandy is?
He thinks she is ____________.
30.What does he think Sandy should suggest to Helen?
She should ____________ from a teacher.
Part 4 Translation (16 points)
Section A
Read the sentences in English. Then choose the most appropriate translation for each one. (2 points*4)
1. She told me she’d had her identity stolen.
A. 她告诉我她盗用了自己的身份。

B. 她告诉我她的身份被盗用了。

C. 她和我说了盗用身份的事情。

2. Jane’s just split up from her boyfriend. It’s a real kick in the teeth for her.
A. 简刚和男朋友分手，她因此备受打击。

B. 简似乎受到了很大的打击，因为她刚刚和男朋友分别。

C. 简被迫与她的男朋友分隔开来，因此她受到了心理冲击。

3. I’m afraid your cholesterol count is very high.
A. 我恐怕你的胆固醇指数过高。

B. 我恐怕你身体内脂肪含量有些过高了。

C. 你的胆结石程度很深了。

4. What’s the secret of your success?
A. 你的成功经历中有什么不可告人的秘密吗？
B. 你秘密地成功了多少次？
C. 你成功的秘诀是什么？
Section B
Read the following paragraph in English. Then translate it into Chinese. (8 points*1)
5. Paul hadn’t been working at the accountancy firm for very long when he saw the advertisement. The local TV station was looking for singers to star on a reality show! Finally, a chance to follow his dream. Paul had always loved singing; in fact his mother told him that he had been able to sing before he could walk. The only problem was that he liked his job in the accountancy firm. The job allowed him to use his skills and earn a lot of money. What should he do? What would you do if you were Paul?
End-Term Test A
For New Generation English Extended
Listening Scripts and Answers
Listening Scripts
Section A
Directions: There are 7 recorded questions in this section. Listen to each question. Then decide on the correct answer.
1. Have you been getting any exercise recently?
2. Do you think our upbringing makes us who we are?
3. What do you like best about your job?
4. How does it feel to be famous?
5. I think you overcharged me for my coffee.
6. Do you like tea?
7. Is there a cleaning deposit in this apartment?
Section B
Directions: There are 7 recorded dialogues in this section. After each dialogue, there is a recorded question. When you hear a question, choose the correct answer.
8.
M: I’ve recently joined social media.
W: Oh! I’d like to join too. Do you have any tips for me?
Q: What does the woman want?
9.
W: I’ve just broken your favorite cup! I’m so sorry.
M: No problem. Accidents happen!
Q: Why is the woman saying sorry?
10.
M: Bob’s a really successful lawyer now.
W: Really? Amazing! He was always the underdog at school!
Q: What kind of job does Bob have?
11.
W: What’s your new house like?
M: It’s great. There isn’t much room, but it’s cozy.
Q: What does the man like about his new house?
12.
W: You’ll have to take three a day for five days.
M: Alright, doctor. Thank you.
Q: How many pills will the man take over five days?
13.
M: Sally, how come you’re so sociable when your parents are so quiet?
W: I think I take after my grandmother. She’s really outgoing.
Q: Which family member is Sally most like?
14.
W: What do you look for in a girlfriend, Bill?
M: Someone who can make me laugh.
Q: What kind of girlfriend would Bill like?
Section C
Directions: Listen to the two conversations and answer the questions.
Conversation 1
W: Peter? Can I talk to you for a moment?
M: Hi Lana. Yeah, sure. Are you okay?
W: Um, yeah. I’m fine. I just want to say that I’m really sorry I was late for the meeting today. M: Ah, that’s okay. These things happen.
W: Yes, but it interrupted your presentation and you had to start over again. I could see it was an inconvenience.
M: Listen, Lana. Honestly, it’s no worries! Don’t look so down in the dumps. Let me take you for coffee, okay?
W: That’s really kind. Thank you, Peter!
M: Oh no! Sorry, Lana. I’ve just realized I’ve got a meeting in half an hour. Now it’s my turn to apologize to you!
W: Ha ha! Don’t worry about it, Peter.
Conversation 2
W: Hi Frank. What are you doing?
M: Hi Belle. I’m looking for a job.
W: But you’re on social media!
M: Exactly! Social media’s one of the fastest and best ways to find work. Didn’t you know that?
W: Um, yes. Although doesn’t it depend a little on your own social media behavior?
M: What do you mean?
W: Well, I know you often post photos of yourself at parties and things like that…
M: So, what’s wrong with that? I need to have a life, don’t I?
W: Of course! But you need to be really careful about what you shared online. Employers check candidates’ social media profiles though. And they probably won’t want to employ a complete party animal!
M: Well, thanks for the advice…
Section D
Directions: Listen to the recorded passage three times. During the second reading, fill in the blanks with the words and phrases you hear. During the third reading, check your writing.
I’ve got a moral dilemma. I work part-time in the local diner. Last week, I saw one of my co-workers steal money from the till. It wasn’t much—just about $25 dollars, but still. It wasn’t his money to take. The problem is, I know this guy has had a lot of unhappiness in his life. He’s got an addiction and I think he’s also got a lot of money worries. If I go to my boss and tell him what I saw, I know my co-worker will get fired. My boss will probably call the police too. I don’t want to tell my boss, but I don’t think I’ll have a clear conscience until I do. Answers
Part 1 Listening Comprehension
Section A
1. D
2. A
3. B
4. B
5. A
6. D
7. B
Section B
8. A 9. D 10. D 11. B 12. C 13. D 14. D
Section C
Conversation 1
1. A
2. A
Conversation 2
3. C
4. D
5. B
Section D
1. moral dilemma
2. co-workers
3. got an addiction
4. get fired
5. a clear conscience
Part 2 Vocabulary and Structure
Section A
1. A
2. C
3. C
4. B
5. B
6. C
7. C
8. A
9. A 10. D
Section B
1. learning
2. spoken
3. accused
4. misunderstanding
5. invade
Part 3 Reading Comprehension
Task 1
1. D
2. D
3. D
4. A
5. C
Task 2
6. D
7. B
8. C
9. C 10. B
Task 3
11. on a budget 12. television chef
13. cookery demonstrations 14. the college website
15. book early
Task 4
16. D 17. J 18. C 19. Q 20. I 21. E 22. A 23. J 24. P 25. O
Task 5
26. moral dilemma
27. copy Sandy’s assignments
28. should speak to
29. honest and fair
30. get help from
Part 4 Translation
Section A
1. B
2. A
3. A
4. C
Section B
5. 当保罗看到那则广告时，他已经很久没在会计公司工作了。

本地的电视台正在为一档真人秀节目寻找歌手。

他终于有机会实现自己的梦想了。

保罗一直特别喜欢唱歌，他妈妈说在他会走路之前他就会唱歌了。

唯一的问题是他也十分喜欢自己在会计公司的工作，因为他不仅能发挥自己的才能，还有相当可观的薪水。

保罗应该怎么做？如果你是保罗，你会如何选择？。