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2013年6月英语四级考试预测试题(1)总分：710分及格：426分考试时间：120分Part I Writing（30 minutes）(1)1．互联网已成为生活中重要的组成部分2．互联网既拉近了人们之间的距离，也使人际关系疏远了许多3．我们应该怎么做Internet and the Distance among People_________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ __Part II Reading Comprehension （15 minutes）(1)根据下列材料，请回答{TSE}题Healthy habits can help you live longerLeda Beierle has lived through World War I and II, the Great Depression, Louisville's 1937 flood and 18 US presidents,When she was born 100 years ago, the Titanic had yet to sink.Beierle, who is mentally sharp and lives on her own, suspects that she's still around because of "good living, "which she describes as no smoking or drinking, and good luck."I can't complain," she said, shortly after her birthday earlier this month. "I haven't had any serious matter with me. "Some people live long because they've essentially won the genetic lottery, said Brian Kennedy, an expert on aging who also happens to be Beierle's grandson."They chose the right parents," said Kennedy, president and chief executive officer of the California-based Buck Institute for Research on Aging.But for the rest of us, health behaviors do matter, he and others say."It's like 30 percent genetics, 70 percent lifestyle," said Dr. Deborah Danner of the Sanders-Brown Center on Aging at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Ky. " After you turn 80, it's more genetics than anything else,because if you make it to 80 and you don't have heart disease, hypertension ( 高血压)——all those kind of things——you're very unlikely to get them. "Last year, the U. S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention released a study showing that people who practiced healthy habits lived longer than those who didn't. Those behaviors included eating healthfully, getting regular physical activity, keeping alcohol use moderate, and never smoking.Dr. Roxanne Sukol, medical director of the Cleveland Clinic's Wellness Enterprise, tells people to place an emphasis on being active; making smart dietary choices such as avoiding trans fat; and managing stress."I think the most important choices that we make are at the intersection of those three aspects," said Sukol,who suggests shifting your diet away from packaged and processed foods. "Soda, potato chips, even granola bars...I don't eat anything that has 52 ingredients in the ingredient list. "She also advocates a daily walk or other physical activity, such as yard work.Kennedy suggests getting good-quality sleep andtaking steps to slash excess calories.Cutting back on red meat also might be helpful. In a study published online this month by the Archives of Internal Medicine, researchers at the Harvard School of Public Health found that regular consumption of red meat,especially processed meat, was associated with an increased risk of mortality.Eating one serving a day of unprocessed red meat was associated with a 13 percent risk of mortality. Having a serving a day of processed meat, such as one hot dog or two slices of bacon, was associated with a 20 percent increased risk.In a study published online this month by the Journal of the American Medical Association, people who met a half dozen or more recommended cardiovascular health measures had a lower risk of death than people who met a lot fewer ones. The factors or behaviors included being physically active, eating a healthy diet and not smoking.Other factors included having normal blood pressure, blood sugar, total cholesterol (胆固醇．and weight.Sukol strongly recommends not smoking.Cigarette smoking "is associated with a number of serious illnesses, not the least of which is hardening of the arteries, and that affects your heart, your brain, your kidneys, everything," she said.Positivity also may play a role in living longer.Danner and colleagues analyzed the autobiographies of about 180 Catholic nuns, scoring them on emotional content. The autobiographies were written when the women were in their late teens and early 20s."Some were more positive than others," said Danner, director of education and outreach for the Alzheimer's Disease Center at Sanders-Brown. "They would have similar events, but some people would describe them as just matter-of-fact-‘ I was bore'-in contrast to ‘I was welcomed into this joyous world.' "The study, which was published in the Journal of Personality and Social Psychology in May 2001, "found that the sisters who used more positive emotion words in those early writings lived 8 to 10 years longer," Danner said."If you're more positive, something bad can happen, but you're quickly able to work through it," she said."And as you do that, then it has less stress on your body's organs. "Some of Beierle's relatives credit her positivity, in addition to good genes, with helping her to live to age 100.Beierle, a mother of two, also stayed active for most of her life, doing things like swimming and award-winning bowling.But Kennedy, 45, said many centenarians have not followed the health advice being preached today."If you ask centenarians when they were in their 50s what did they do, what you find is that they tended to be a little bit heavier than the average population, they were more likely to smoke, they did drink a little bit less, but that's even a bit surprising because moderate alcohol consumption is associated with longevity," he said."They weren't vegetarians. They didn't exercise. Nothing we tell people to do. But they're the exception, not the rule. "Ultimately, Kennedy said, "You can take charge of your own aging. "{TS}Beierle thinks she lives long because __________.A. she exercises a lotB. she doesn't take things seriouslyC. she has a good lifestyle and good luckD. she has good genetics(2)If you win the genetic lottery, you are likely to __________.A. develop healthy habitsB. develop cardiovascular problemsC. live a healthy lifeD. live longer than other people(3)Which of the following is TRUE according to Dr. Danner?A. It's genes that determine whether a person can live for more than 80 years.B. It's lifestyle that determines whether a person can live for more than 80 years.C. A person who doesn't have vital diseases at his or her 80 should thank the genes he or she has inherited.D. People who are already over 80 years old can hardly get heart disease and hypertension.(4)Which of the following is NOT recommended if a person is making smart dietary choices?A. Avoiding trans fat.B. Choosing foods that have fewer ingredients.C. Choosing foods that are well packaged and finely processed.D. Reading carefully the ingredient list before making choices.(5)In a study published by __________, some researchers found that eating too much red meat was linked to an increased risk of mortality.A. Archives of Internal MedicineB. Journal of Personality and Social PsychologyC. Journal of the American Medical AssociationD. Harvard School of Public Health(6)In this passage, who strongly recommends not smoking?A. Beierle's grandson.B. Researchers at the Harvard School of Public Health.C. Dr. Deborah Danner of the Sanders-Brown Center.D. Medical director of the Cleveland Clinic's Wellness Enterprise,(7)Why were the autobiographies of about 180 Catholic nuns analyzed?A. To find out whether positivity may play a role in living longer.B. To find out whether a lot of exercise will affect people's health.C. To determine the causes of some health problems.D. To gather some data about living under stress.快速阅读（填空）(1)In a study, Danner found the nuns __________lived 8 to 10 years longer.(2)According to some of Beierle's relatives, Beierle's positivity, in addition to good genes, helps her __________(3)According to Kennedy, those centenarians who have not followed the health advice are __________听力ABPart III Reading Comprehension （Reading in Depth）（25 minutes）(1) Questions {TSE} are based on the following passage.The festive break is fast becoming a distant memory and for many, New Year fitness regimes are too.Despite 2.6m people starting diets on New Year's Day, research suggests that by the end of the week 92 percent of dieters gave up, 47exercise and gorging on comfort food.Findings, 4 by weightloss firm XLS-Medical, suggest that the49majority are unsuccessful at sticking to their diets for more than five days a week. Two out of 10 dieters 50 they have their first diet relapse (退步．just four to five days in, with hunger cited as the main cause. Boredom and alcohol were51 blamed for people failing to keep their health kick on track.Dr. Matt Capehorn, Clinical Director of the National Obesity Forum, 52 that just one day off from dieting can undo a week's worth of hard work. He told Female First:"A healthy diet, aimed at losing 11b per week, relies on saving 3500 calories a week by having 500 calories less each day. ""A day off the diet should mean that you eat the correct amount, but many dieters see it as an excuse to binge ( 大吃大喝．and have thousands of calories more than they need. "The results suggest that a53590,000 could already have54to stick to New Year diet resolutions. And a vast majority are unaware of the negative impact a single day off can have on their weight loss efforts.Yet55it was found only 5 percent of women stick to their diets until they've56their target weight.A．massive B．reached C．highlightedD．blamed E．shunningF．stillG．released H．lostI．alsoJ．admittedK．treatedL．dietedM．overallN．vastO．failed{TS}请在____47______处填上答案(2)请在____48______处填上答案(3)请在____49______处填上答案(4)请在____50______处填上答案(5)请在____51______处填上答案(6)请在____52______处填上答案(7)请在____53______处填上答案(8)请在____54______处填上答案(9)请在___55______处填上答案(10)请在___56______处填上答案(11) Questions {TSE} are based on the following passage.People's tastes in recreation differ widely. At a recent festival of pop-music in the Isle of Wight, crowds of teenagers flocked to listen to their favorite singers and musicians. They went with single railway tickets and slept in the open, a very risky thing to do in the climate of Britain, even in August. They were packed together like sardines for four days. There were innumerable thieves, a gang of roughs tried several times to break things up, and police were everywhere. At the end of the festival many young fans found themselves broke, with no money left, and they had difficulty in getting back home. Most people would consider these conditions a nightmare of discomfort; the fans appeared to enjoy it all enormously.Even in the overcrowded United Kingdom there are large tracts of open un-spoilt country, where people with more traditional tastes can go for quiet, and for the sense of freedom they derive from contact with nature. In the national parks especially, modem development of housing and industry is strictly controlled. Visitors may walk for miles through landscape of the greatest beauty and wildness, and often of considerable historic or scientific interest. Along the coasts of some of the maritime counties, public pathways have been created; these paths stretch for many miles along cliffs that look out on the Atlantic Ocean or the English Channel. Another path,lying inland, goes along the range of mountains in the north of England. It is called the Pennine Way. Here, the long-distance walker and the nature-lover can find much to enjoy, without feeling disturbed by large numbers of their fellows.Yet few people make full use of the national parks established for everyone's benefit. The commonest thing nowadays is for family groups to motor out to a beautiful spot and park their cars in a lay-by ( 英国的路旁停车带). A picnic basket is produced, along with a folding table and chairs, akettle and a portable stove. They thensettle down to a picnic in the lay-by beside the car. Apparently their idea of enjoyment is to get into the fresh air and amongst the country sights and sounds without having to walk a yard. They seem almost to like to hear and to smell the traffic.{TS}In Britain it is very risky to __________A. go with a single railway ticketB. listen to pop-music at the festivalC. sleep in the openD. pack together in crowds(12)At the end of the festival, many young fans__________A. were arrested by the policeB. had spent most of their moneyC. were sleeping outD. became quite penniless(13)Even in the overcrowded United Kingdom there are large __A. tracks through the open countryB. areas of country without soilC. areas of countryside not developedD. expanses of land where nobody works(14)Public pathways are created for people to__________A. commute to workB. enjoy long-distance walkingC. walk to maritime countiesD. visit the historic or scenic sites(15)Family groups nowadays like to __________A. have meals out of doors by the road-sideB. go for a walk away from homeC. drive out past the beautiful placesD. hear and smell the animals(16)Questions {TSE} are based on the following passage.Shopping for clothes is not the same experience for a man as it is for a woman. A man goes shopping because he needs something.His purpose is settled and decided in advance. He knows what he wants, and his objective is to find it and buy it; the price is a secondary consideration. All men simply walk into a shop and ask the assistant for what they want. If the shop has it in stock, the salesman promptly produces it, and the business of trying it on proceeds at once. All being well, the deal can be and often is completed in less than five minutes, with hardly any chat and to everyone's satisfaction.For a man, slight problems may begin when the shop does not have what he wants, or does not have exactly what he wants. In that case the salesman, as the name implies, tries to sell the customer something else——he offers the nearest he can to the article required. No good salesman brings out such a substitute bluntly; he does so with skill and polish. "I know this jacket is not the style you want, sir, but would you like to try it for size? It happens to be the color you mentioned. " Few men have patience with this treatment, and the usual response is: "This is theright color and may be the right size, but I should be wasting my time and yours by trying it on. "Now how does a woman go about buying clothes? In almost every respect she does so in the opposite way.Her shopping is not often based on need. She has never fully made up her mind what she wants, and she is only"having a look around". She is "always open to persuasion; indeed she sets great store by what the saleswoman tellsher, even by what companions tell her. She will try on any number of things. Uppermost in her mind is the thought of finding something that everyone thinks suits her. Contrary to a lot of jokes, most women have an excellent sense of value when they buy clothes. They are always on the look-out for the unexpected bargain. Faced with a roomful of dresses, a woman may easily spend an hour going from one rail to another, to and fro, often retracing her steps, before selecting the dresses she wants to try on. It is a laborious process, but apparently an enjoyable one. So mostdress shops provide chairs for the waiting husbands.{TS}When a man is buying clothes, __________A. he chooses things that others recommendB. he buys cheap things, regardless of qualityC. he buys good things, so long as they are not too expensiveD. he does not mind how much he has to pay for the right firings(17)In commerce a good salesman is one who__________A. sells something a customer does not particularly wantB. always has in stock the thing the customer wantsC. can find out quickly the goods requiredD. does not waste his time on difficult customers(18)What does a man do when he cannot get exactly what he wants?A. He buys something that is similar enough to the ideal one.B. He usually does not buy anything.C. At least two of his requirements must be met before he buys.D. So long as the style is right, he buys the thing.(19)According to this passage, when shopping for clothes, women__________A. often buy things without thinkingB. seldom buy cheap clothesC. welcome suggestions from anyoneD. never take any advice(20)What is the most obvious difference between men and women shoppers?A. The tact that men do not try clothes on in a shop.B. Women bargain for their clothes, but men do not.C. Women stand up while shopping, but men sit down.D. The time they take over buying clothes.PartIV Cloze（15 minutes）(1)根据下列材料，请回答{TSE}题When we think of creative people the names that probably spring to mind are those of men such as Leonardo da Vinci, Albert Einstein, etc.——a few exceptionally gifted men with 67talent and genius.The tendency to regard creativity and 68 thinking as the exclusive69of a lucky few disregards the creative70 inherent in the solution of many of the tasks we regularly have to face——the71anddevelopment of new methods and techniques, the improvement of old methods, 72 inventions and products.Everyone has creative ability to some 73 .Creative thinking 74posing oneself a problem and then 75 or inventing a solution along new and unconventional lines. It involves 76 new analogies, discovering new combinations, and/or new applications of things that are already known. It 77 , then, that a creative person will 78 great intellectual curiosity and imagination. He will be alert and observant with a great store of information which he will be able to 79 out and combine, in the solution of problems. He will be emotionally 80 to new and unconventional idea sand will be able to communicate uninhibitedly and will not be too 81 about other people's reaction to his apparently" crazy" 82 . People called the Wright brothers 83 but it did not stop them 84 becoming the first men 85 and fly heavier-than-air 86.{TS}A. scarceB. rareC. littleD. weird(2)A. illustriousB. illustrativeC. imaginativeD. imaginary(3)A. districtB. regionC. activityD. province(4)A. aspectsB. thingsC. prospectsD. expectations(5)A. inventionB. discoveryC. analysisD. advancement(6)A. temporaryB. extantC. aliveD. existing(7)A. expanseB. boundaryC. expansionD. extent(8)A. concludesB. includesC. involvesD. excludes(9)A. originatingB. orientatingC. organizingD. oscillating(10)A. drawingB. imaginingC. paintingD. following(11)A. dawns onB. followsC. realizesD. comprehends(12)A. performB. show offC. show aroundD. demonstrate(13)A. seekB. workC. sortD. find(14)A. receptiveB. heartyC. indifferentD. notable(15)A. angryB. happyC. concernedD. satisfied(16)A. illnessesB. impressionsC. notionsD. thinkings(17)A. dangerousB. conventionalC. riskyD. mad(18)A. toB. forC. fromD. by(19)A. constructingB. to constructC. having constructedD. for constructing(20)A. satelliteB. balloonC. space shuttleD. craftPart V Translation （5 minutes）(1)It is absolutely unfair that the children in remote and poor areas ___________________________________________________________(被剥夺了受教育的权利).(2)Only in the presence of family members and close friends___________________________________________________________ (她才能像正常人一样谈话).(3)The morn you put your time and effort into the project,___________________________________________________________ (她才能像正常人一样谈话).(4)The international co--unity is increasingly aware of the fact that___________________________________________________________ ( 中国在国际事务中正起着越来越重要的作用).(5)This informs you of the important steps of how to___________________________________________________________ (避免在国外旅行期间生病).答案和解析Part I Writing（30 minutes）(1) :Internet and the Distance among PeopleToday, the Internet has become an indispensable part of our life. We can have a video-chat with friends who are on the other side of the planet; we order food or buy other things through websites... The Internet provides us with so much convenience that it has changed the way we live.Wherever there is access to the Internet, communication can be carried out through instant messaging,online communities, micro-blogs and so forth. But despite the great convenience the Internet brings about, we find the distance among people becomes farther, instead of nearer. We play online games and forget to call the family; we sit alone surfing the net with mobile phones when classmates are gathering together; children today often play with the tablet computers, rather than with other kids from the neighborhood.In my view, we should use the Internet reasonably, and keep in mind that the real life is much more meaningful than the virtual one. To be closer to other people, we should talk with them, using our voice, instead of finger tips. And we should pass this idea on to the younger generation.【译文】互联网与人们之间的距离如今，互联网已经成为我们生活中不可或缺的一部分。

2013年6月英语四级考试预测试题(6)

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◇试卷年份：2013 年◇试卷来源：233网校PartIV Cloze（15 minutes）1根据以下资料，回答1-20题：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 Answer Sheet 2 with a single line through the centre.It has always been difficult for me to decide whether "popular music" means music written for the people or is simply music that the people like. The sameproblem of definition 67 with jazz. So many different 68 of "music have been called jazz at one time or another that it is 69 to say what it really is.Jazz has always been 70 to be black music but when I first 71 an interest in it, I used to hear white bands playing music that was like Louis Armstrong's inthe 1920s. I found out 72 that they learnt to do this by playing his records 73 until their style was close enough to his for them to 74 him.Since then white singers 75 Bob Dylan have rediscovered their own folk 76 , instead of borrowing from black roots. But the main changes 77 1960 have been social and technical. One is that young people have more money to spend on 78 at an earlier age than they 79 , so Tin Pan Alley, the "pop" music industry, 80 at teenage audience. 81 is that electronic equipment has developed to such an 82that technicians are now capable of mixing sound to produce recordings that are quite different from a 83performance.But the real problem with "pop" music is that Tin Pan Alley has always worked against its being a 84 music of the people. It 85 everything original and natural out of it and 86 it with cheap commercial imitations. As the American folk singer, Woody Guthrie, said: "They've always preferred the second rate songs. They've never wanted to play the good ones. "A．takesA.existsB.startsC.correlates2A.groups B.fieldsC.typesD. definitions3A.simpleB.freeC. interestingD.hard4A. advisedB. regardedC. consideredD.agreed5A.beganB.started C.tookD.had6A.afterwardsB.henceC.thereforeD.however7A.once againB.over and over again C.more and more times D.the most times possible8A.followB.imitateC.honourD.remember9A.asB.likeC.for example D.for instance10A. achievementB.gloryC.traditionD.customs11A.beforeB. afterwardsC.sinceD.during12A. televisionB.moviesC.booksD.records13A.usedB.used toC.usually had D.would14A.aimsB.agreesC.shootsD.flies15A.The latest B.AnotherC.The next D.The following16A.extantB. extensionC.expanseD.extent17A.aliveB.livelyC.liveD.living18A. genuineB. artificialC.trueD. original19A.getsB.takes C.draws D. makes20A. alternatesB. changesC.providesD.substitutes21根据以下资料，回答21-27题：James Cameron: Earth's Deepest Spot Desolate, Foreboding―The last frontier on Earth is out—of-this—world，desolate(荒芜的)，foreboding(有不祥预感的)，and moon—like", James Cameron said after diving to the deepest part of the ocean.And he loved it."My feeling was one of complete isolation from all of humanity," Cameron said Monday, shortly after returning from the strange cold dark place 7 miles below the western Pacific Ocean that only two men have been to. "I felt like I literally, in the space of one day, had gone to another planet and come back. It' s been a very surreal day. "Cameron, whose imagination of alien worlds yielded the blockbuster ( 大片) movie Avatar, said there was one thing he promised to himself: He wanted to drink in how unusual it is. He didn't do that when he first dove to the watery grave of the Titanic, and Apollo astronauts have said they never had time to savor ( 品尝)where they were."There had to be a moment where I just stopped, and took it in, and said, 'This is where I am; I'm at the bottom of the ocean, the deepest place on Earth. What does that mean?'" Cameron told reporters during a Monday conference call after spending three hours at the bottom of the Mariana Trench, nearly 7 miles down."I just sat there looking out the window, looking at this barren (贫瘠的), desolate lunar plain, appreciating,"Cameron said.He also realized how alone he was, with that much water above him."It's really the sense of isolation, more than anything, realizing how tiny you are down in this big vast black unknown and unexplored place," Cameron said.Cameron said he had hoped to see a strange deep sea monster like a creature that would excite the storyteller in him and seem like out of his movies, but he didn't.He didn't see tracks of small primitive sea animals on the ocean floor as he did when he dove more than 5 miles deep weeks ago. All he saw were voracious (贪吃的) shrimp-like critters that weren't bigger than an inch.In future missions, Cameron plans to bring "bait"--like chicken---to set out.Cameron said the mission was all about exploration, science and discovery. He is the only person to dive there solo, using a sub (潜水艇) he helped design. He is the first person to reach that depth-- 35,576 feet – since it was initially explored in 1960.There had been race to the bottom among rich and famous adventurers. Sir Richard Branson of Virgin Industries has been building his own one-man sub to explore the depths of the ocean. Branson told the Associated Press that Cameron's dive was "a fantastic achievement. "Branson said he hoped to explore a different deep place first now, instead of the Mariana Trench. He planned later this year to dive to the deepest part of the Atlantic, the Puerto Rican trench, which is only five miles from his home. That area is just of six miles deep and has not been explored yet.Branson said he hopes to take his one-man sub and join Cameron in a tandem(一前一后的)dive of solosubs: "Together, we'll make a formidable team. "Cameron spent more than three hours at the bottom, longer than the 20 minutes Don Walsh and Jacques Piccard spent in the only other visit 52 years ago. But his time there was shorter than the six hours he had hoped for and he didn't reach the trench walls, because he was running low on power. He said he would return, as would the sub's Australian co-designer, Ran Allure."I see this as the beginning," Cameron said. "It's not a one-time deal and then moving on. This is the beginning of opening up this new frontier. ""To me, the story is in the people in their quest and curiosity and their attempt to understand," Cameron said.He spent time filming the Mariana Trench, which is about 200 miles southwest of the Pacific island of Guam.The trip down to the deepest point took two hours and 36 minutes.His return aboard his 12-ton, lime-green(浅黄绿色的)sub called Deepsea Challenger was a "faster-than-expected 70-minute ascent," according to National Geographic, which sponsored the expedition. Cameron is a National Geographic explorer-in-residence.The only thing that went wrong was the hydraulics(液压装置on the system to collect rocks and critters to bring them back’to land. Just as he was about to collect his first sample, a leak in the hydraulic fluid sprayed into the water and he couldn't bring anything back.When Cameron climbed into his sub, it was warm because it was near the equator and his cramped ( 狭窄) vehicle--his head hit one end and his feet the other--was toasty ( 温暖舒适的) because of the heat given off by electronics. It felt "like a sauna (桑拿浴)" with temperatures of more than 100 degrees Fahrenheit, he said.But as he plunged into the deep, the temperature outside the sub dropped to around 36 degrees Fahrenheit, he said.The pressure on the sub was immense--comparable to three SUVs resting on a toe. The super-strong sub shrank three inches under that pressure, Cameron said."It's a very weird environment," Cameron said. "I can't say it's very comfortable. And you can't stretch out. "According to this passage, the blockbuster movie Avatar was __________.A.inspired by Cameron's trip to the Earth's deepest spotB.the result of Cameron's imagination of alien worldsC.inspired by Cameron's dive to the watery grave of the TitanicD.the result of Cameron's extensive reading22Cameron stopped for a while during the trip __________.A.so he could save the power and dive deeperB.because he wanted to collect rocks and crittersC.to meditate on the meaning of lifeD.just to feel the amazing moment23When staying at the dark and mysterious bottom of the ocean, Cameron's strongest feeling was that __________.A.he was out of the worldB.he was moon-walkingC.he was totally isolatedD.everything was quite huge except himself24During Cameron's stay at the bottom of the 7-mile-deep sea, the only thing he saw was __________.A.various strange fishes he had never seenB.some small creatures that ate a lotC.some unknown small primitive sea animalsD.many sunken wrecks25Why is Cameron's diving a significant one?A.He is the first person to reach that depth.B.He is the person who stays for the longest time down there.C.Many important discoveries are made by him.D.He is the only diver who designs his own sub.26Sir Branson hopes to explore a sea area __________.A.where no one has ever visitedB.different from the area Cameron has been toC.which belongs to the Atlantic OceanD.which is near his home27What kept Cameron from reaching the trench walls?A.He didn't bring any bait.B.The sub was too cramped.C.He was afraid of running out of the power.D.Ron Allum advised him not to do that.快速阅读（填空）28The sponsor of Cameron's trip down to the Mariana Trench was______________.填写我的答案29Before the diving began, the sub was warm and comfortable because it was near the equator and the electronics______________.填写我的答案30In deep ocean, the pressure was immense, and even Cameron's strongly-built sub______________. 填写我的答案Part III Reading Comprehension （Reading in Depth）（25 minutes）31根据以下资料，回答31-40题：Section ADirections: In this section, there is a passage with ten blanks. You are required to select one word for each blank from a list of choices given in a word bank following the passage. Read the passage through carefully before making your choices. Each choice in the bank is identified by a letter. Please mark the corresponding letter for each item on Answer Sheet 2 with a single line through the centre. You may not use any of the words in the bank more than once.Questions 47 to 56 are based on the following passage.Women in 2011 made no significant gains in winning more top US business jobs, according to a study, but he head of the study said women are poised to make 47 in the year ahead.The number of women who were board directors, corporate officers or top earners at Fortune 500 companies remained 48 unchanged, said the study by Catalyst, a nonprofit group that 49 opportunities for women in business.The percentage of companies with women on the board of directors was 15.1 percent this year, compared with 14.8 percent in 2010, Catalyst said.Also, the percentage of corporate officer positions 50by women was 15.7 percent in 2011 and 15.4 percent in 2010, it said. The percentage of top earners in 2011 who were women was 6.2 percent, compared to 6.7 percent in 2010, it said.The research on the Fortune 500 companies was 51 on data as of March 31, 2011. The slight changes in the numbers are not considered 52 significant, Catalyst said.Nevertheless, given the changes in U.S. politics, the future for women in business looks more 53, said Ilene Lang, president and chief executive 54 of Catalyst."Overall we're 55 to see change next year," Lang said. "When we look at shareholders, decision makers,the general public, they're looking for change. ""What they're basically saying is, 'Don't give us 56 of the status quo(现状). Get new ideas in there, get some fresh faces.'" she said.A．officer I．essentiallyB．changes J．stridesC．based K．promotesD．positions L．statisticallyE．more M．confusedF．promising N．heldG．businesslike O．expectingH．surveying47._________________本题答案:ABCDEFGHIJKLMNO 3248._________________本题答案:ABCDEFGHIJKLMNO 3349._________________本题答案:ABCDEFGHIJKLMNO 3450._________________本题答案:ABCDEFGHIJKLMNO 3551._________________本题答案:ABCDEFGHIJKLMNO 3652._________________本题答案:ABCDEFGHIJKLMNO 3753._________________本题答案:ABCDEFGHIJKLMNO 3854._________________本题答案:ABCDEFGHIJKLMNO 3955._________________本题答案:ABCDEFGHIJKLMNO4056._________________本题答案:ABCDEFGHIJKLMNO41根据以下资料，回答41-45题：Without regular supplies of some hormones our capacity to behave would be seriously impaired; without others we would soon die. Tiny amounts of some hormones can modify our moods and our actions, our inclination to eat or drink, our aggressiveness or submissiveness ( 顺从), and our reproductive and parental behavior. And hormones do more than influence adult behavior; early in life they help to determine the development of bodily form and may even determine an individual's behavioral capacities. Later in life the changing outputs of some endocrine ( 内分泌) glands (腺体) and the body's changing sensitivity to some hormones are essential aspects of the phenomena of aging.Communication within the body and the consequent integration of behavior were considered the exclusive province of the nervous system up to the beginning of the present century. The emergence of endocrinology (内分泌学) as a separate discipline can probably be traced to the experiments of Bayliss and Starling on the hormonessecreting. This substance is secreted from cells in the intestinal ( 肠的) walls when food enters the stomach; it travels through the bloodstream and stimulates the pancreas ( 胰) to liberate pancreatic juice, which aids in digestion. By showing that special cells secret chemical agents that are conveyed by the bloodstream and regulate distant target organs or tissues, Bayliss and Starling demonstrated that chemical integration can occur without participation of the nervous system.The term "hormone" was first used with reference to secreting. Starling derived the word from the Greek hormone, meaning "to excite or set in motion". The term "endocrine" was introduced shortly thereafter. "Endocrine" is used to refer to glands that secrete products into the bloodstream. The term "endocrine" contrasts with "exocrine (外分泌)", which is applied to glands that secrete their products through ducts (导管) to the site of action. Examples of exocrine glands are the tear glands, the sweat glands, and the pancreas, which secretes pancreatic juice through a duct into the intestine. Exocrine glands are also called duct glands, while endocrine glands are called ductless glands.The author's main purpose in this passage is to__________.A.explain the specific functionsB.provide general information about hormonesC.explain how the term "hormone" evolvedD.report on experiments in endocrinology42What conclusion can we draw from the passage?A.The human body requires a large amount of hormones.B.Synthetic hormones can replace a person' s natural supply of hormones if necessary.C.The quantity of hormones produced and their effect on the body are related to a person's age.D.The short child of tall parents probably had a hormone deficiency early in life.43The word "liberate" (Line 5, Paragraph 2 ) could be best replaced by __________.A.emancipateB.dischargeC.surrenderD.save44It can be inferred from the passage that, before the experiments of Bayliss and Starling, most people believedthat chemical integration occurred only__________.A.during sleepB.in the endocrine glandsC.under control of the nervous systemD.during strenuous exercise45According to the passage, another term for exocrine glands is__________.A.duct glandsendocrineC.ductless glandsD.intestinal glands46根据以下资料，回答46-50题：Americans are proud of their variety and individuality, yet they love and respect few things more than a uniform, whether it is the uniform of an elevator operator or the uniform of a five-star general. Why are uniforms so popular in the United States?Among the arguments for uniforms, one of the first is that in the eyes of most people they look more professional than civilian clothes. People have become conditioned to expect superior quality from a man who wears a uniform. The television repairman who wears a uniform tends to inspire more trust than one who appears in civilian clothes. Faith in the skill of a garage mechanic is increased by a uniform. What easier way is there for a nurse, a policeman, a barber, or a waiter to lose professional identity than to step out of uniform?Uniforms also have many practical benefits. They save on other clothes. They save on laundry bills. They are tax-deductible ( 可减税的). They are often more comfortable and more durable than civilian clothes. Primary among the arguments against uniforms is their lack of variety and the consequent loss of individuality experienced by people who must wear them. Though there are many types of uniforms, the wearer of any particular type is generally stuck with it, without change, until retirement. When people look alike, they tend to think, speak, and act similarly, on the job at least.Uniforms also give rise to some practical problems. Though they are long-lasting, often their initial expense is greater than the cost of civilian clothes. Some uniforms are also expensive to maintain, requiring professional dry cleaning rather than the home laundering possible with many types of civilian clothes.It is surprising that Americans who worship variety and individuality __________.A.still judge a man by his clothesB.hold the uniform in such high regardC.enjoy having a professional identityD.will respect an elevator operator as much as a general in uniform47People are accustomed to thinking that a man in uniformsuggests quality workB.discards his social identityC.appears to be more practicalD.looks superior to a person in civilian clothes48The chief function of a uniform is to __________.A.provide practical benefits to the wearerB.make the wearer catch the public eyeC.inspire the wearer's confidence in himselfD.provide the wearer with a professional identity49According to the passage, people wearing uniforms __________.A.are usually helpfulB.have little or no individual freedomC.tend to lose their individualityD.enjoy greater popularity50The best title for this passage would be __________.A.Uniforms and SocietyB.The Importance of Wearing a UniformC.Practical Benefits of Wearing a UniformD.Advantages and Disadvantages of UniformsPart I Writing（30 minutes）51Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write a short essay entitled Food Contamination following the outline given below. You should write at least 120 words but no more than 180 words.1．食品污染事件频发2．食品污染事件的危害3．解决问题的办法Food Contamination______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________填写我的答案插入图片请输入答案Part V Translation （5 minutes）52The substance does not dissolve in water_________________________ (不管是否加热)．填写我的答案53It is impossible mat_____________________(她能按时还钱)．填写我的答案54We need to______________________(考虑我们这样做的后果)．填写我的答案55Under no circumstances and at no time______________(我们都不会首先使用核武器)．填写我的答案56_________________(与偏远贫穷地区的学生相比)，students in big cities have access to better educational resources．填写我的答案57听录音，回答57-56题：请点击左侧的播放器控制播放A.He can't go this weekend.B.He has bought a bathing suit.C.They should stay at the beach longer.D.They shouldn't spend much money.58A.Turn the alarm off.B.Put his alarm clock far.C.Live on a farm,D.Go to bed earlier.59A.He hasn't had time to find another apartment.He hasn't cleaned the apartment since his mother visited.C.His mother dusted his apartment the day before last.D.His mother was the last person to come over to his apartment.60A.Make a pot of coffee.B.Try different brands of coffee.C.Drink less coffee.D.Get a different coffee pot.61A.His train was late.B.He got lost.C.The meeting ended late.D.He didn't realize what time it was.62A.Put posters up at different schools.B.Advertise the concert on the radio.C.Make the concert free to the public.D.Ask the school radio station to play more music.63A.He's not much involved in the student government.B.He seems very interested in the student government.C.It's too bad he didn't win the election.D.He'll probably show up at the next meeting.64A.Fred has made other plans.B.Fred's flight has been delayed.C.Fred is likely to miss the plane.D.Fred is never punctual.65Questions 19 to 21 are based on the conversation you have just heard,A.Conducting a training session for security guards.B.Interviewing a person for a job.C.Giving a sales talk on alarm systems.D.Asking a coworker some questions.66A.Where the job is located.B.What training he will need.C.How soon he can start working.D.How much the job pays.67A.He prefers to sleep until noon.B.He writes for the local paper in the morning.C.He has classes earlier in the day.D.He wants a higher-paying evening job.68Questions 22 to 25 are based on the conversation you have just heard.A.To organize activities for children.B.To sell local farm products.C.To bring tourists to the town.D.To raise fund for a hospital.69A.In tents.B.In university buildings.C.In a hospital.D.In an auditorium.70Play in a band.B.Work at the auction.C.Serve refreshments.D.Collect tickets.71A.He thinks it's mainly for children.B.He feels it would be worthwhile.C.He believes it is too complicated.D.He thinks it may not be very profitable72A.They were common in the U.S., but not in Europe.B.Only a few people had them.C.People considered them essential.D.They were not very accurate.73A.They were a symbol of wealth.B.It was important to be on time.C.It was fashionable to wear them.D.They were inexpensive.74A.Watches were of higher quality than ever before.B.More clocks were manufactured than watches.C.The availability of watches increased.D.Watches became less important because factories had clocks.75Questions 29 to 31 are based on the passage you have just heard.A.To drive the car automatically.B.To measure the driver's pulse.C.To prevent car accidents.D.To monitor the driver's health.76A.It sends out signals for help.B.It sounds an alarm to warn the driver.C.It takes over the driving immediately.D.It stops the car automatically.77A.It monitors the signals transmitted from the driver's brain.B.It can measure the driver's alcohol level in the blood.It can quicken the driver's response to emergencies.D.It bases its analysis on the driver's heartbeat.78Questions 32 to 35 are based on the passage you have just heard.A.Explaining the campus architecture to visitors.B.Providing guidance for new campus employees.C.Familiarizing new students with the campus.D.Advising students which classes to take.79A.Registration forms.B.A library card.C.A list of classes.D.A campus map.80A.In the registrar's office.B.In the library.C.In the math building.D.In the cafeteria.A.Move into their dormitories.B.Find their classrooms.C.Memorize campus landmarks.D.Complete their registration materials.82根据听力，回答:Directions: In this section, you will hear a passage three times. When the passage is read for the first time, you should listen carefully for its general idea. When the passage is read for the second time, you are required to fill in the blanks numbered from 36 to 43 with the exact words you have just heard. For blanks numbered from 44 to 46 you are required to fill in the missing information. For these blanks, you can either use the exact words you have just heard or write down the main points in your own words. Finally, when the passage is read for the third time,you should check what you have written.A survey showed that American women are more concerned about losing weight than they are about suffering from cancer, heart disease or diabetes.More than half of the 3,000 women questioned in the (36)__________ by Meredith Corporation and NBCUniversal were worried about diet and weight, compared to 23 percent who were (37) __________ about cancer and 20 percent who were (38) __________ bout their cardiovascular health.The women were asked to (39) __________ the health issues they were concerned about from a (40) __________ of 20 problems.The survey showed many women thought they should be (41__________ with more than 80 percent saying they were (42) __________.But just 43 percent said they were exercising at least three times a week, and 11 percent played team and individual sports. And less than two-thirds of all women said they get an annual (43) __________. "These findings should be a wake-up call to (44) __________ ." said Diane Salvatore, editor in chief of Ladies' Home Journal, which is published by Meredith Corp.While the majority of women said they were overweight, (45) __________.But 40 percent said it was wrong for a man to tell a woman she was overweight. (46)__________ while 25 percent bought or adopted a pet, according to the survey.Four percent visited a spiritual or religious leader and one percent went to a hypnotist.36._________________填写我的答案8337._________________。

2013年英语六级(CET-6)全真预测试卷(5)-中大网校

2013年英语六级(CET-6)全真预测试卷(5)总分：710分及格：426分考试时间：140分Part I Writing(1)1．拥有汽车的重要性；2．反对拥有汽车的原因；3．我的观点。

Part II Reading Comprehension快速阅读单选题(1)根据以下内容，回答{TSE}题。

{TS}Americans have long recognized that_________A. less sodium will lead to an increased risk of heart attackB. less bread will lead to an increased risk of strokeC. more sodium will lead to an increased risk of high blood pressureD. more bread will lead to an increased risk of heart attack(2)According to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the biggest source of sodium in Americans' diets is_________A. cheeseB. breadC. pizzaD. sandwiches(3)The reason why some African American are more salt-sensitive is that _________A. their kidney handle sodium in a different wayB. they are exposed to sodium more oftenC. they eat much breadD. they are inclined to gain weight(4)Morton Satin thinks that the salt-reduction agenda _________A. should be strictly followedB. makes senseC. requires revisingD. is not trustworthy(5)What do people who want to cut down on salt do?A. They are very careful with food with high level of sodium.B. They refuse to eat any food with sodium.C. They add a pinch of salt to processed foods.D. They turn to eat fast food instead of home-made dishes.(6)According to Dawn Jackson Blamer, the amount of sodium in biscuits is determined by_________A. package, brand and typeB. manufacturer, brand and typeC. manufacturer, brand and packageD. manufacturer, type and package(7)Liebman advises consumers to buy _________A. bread that tastes goodB. food with a half milligram of sodiumC. bread with less sodium than normalD. food with no sodium快速阅读填空题(1)Liebman feels it hard to control the sodium intake because one can't judge whether a food is loaded with salt by_________(2)According to Gary Beauchamp, people's preferences for sodium would shift downward if sodium levels were reduced comprehensively, and the effect would be most obvious in_________(3)Van Horn points out that America's taste for salt could gradually be diminished if the food industry help lower the sodium in_________Part III Listening Comprehension (35 minutes)一、听力选择题(1)听录音，回答{TSE}题：{MP3:/examfiles/attached/media/20130523/20130523172625212521.mp3} {TS}A．The notice might not be reliable.B．The man hasn't told the truth.C．The course is open to all next semester.D．She will drop her course in Basic Psychology(2)A. He doesn't want to go to the second show.B. The people in line all have tickets.C. They'll have to go to a later show.D. They won't have to wait much longer.(3)A. He thinks Professor John deserves the praise.B. He will talk to Bob about what happened.C. He believes Bob was rude to Professor John.D. He admires Bob's frankness.(4)A. She'll be traveling during the winter break.B. She'll be working during the vacation.C. She's looking forward to going home.D. She wants to hire another research assistant.(5)A. It's closed on Mondays.B. The man doesn't like working in the lab.C. It's supposed to be open now.D. The man locked it at ten.(6)A. Take a bus.B. See the show some other night.C. Eat dinner after the show.D. Walk to the theater.(7)A. The man should go to see a doctor.B. She'd like to postpone working on the proposal.C. She wants to know why the proposal was lateD. It won't take long to finish the proposal.(8)A. He began rehearsing it last week.B. It is a very famous piece.C. He first heard it last week.D. He found out about it in a music class.(9)A. Students are not required to attend regular class lectures.B. The professor records class lectures for review.C. Classes are held at various locations throughout the area.D. Students receive credit for work experience.(10)A. It allows them to meet students from other universities.B. It allows more flexibility in students' schedule.C. It promotes the concept of self-learning.D. It doesn't require any examinations.(11)A. It requires too much traveling.B. It limits interaction among students.C. It will increase class size.D. It will encourage students to watch too much television.(12)A. Because he thinks he can use the material in class.B. Because he knows some of the people in the program.C. Because he already saw the first three episodes.D. Because he is especially interested in the topic of the program.(13)A. Two.B. Four.C. Five.D. Six.(14)A. Record a television program for her.B. Lend her his video cassette recorder.C. Bring his videotape to class tomorrow.D. Set the timer on her video cassette recorder.(15)A. Tonight at eight o'clock.B. Tomorrow in class.C. Tomorrow at six o'clock.D. After the television series is over.(16)A. Inland transportation in the nineteenth century.B. Historical aspects of mail delivery.C. Vehicles currently in use by the postal service.D. The invention of the railroad.(17)A. Boats were extremely crowded then.B. The current was too swift for boats to cross easily.C. Bridges were too weak to carry the weight of a carriage.D. Ferry service was infrequent.(18)A. Models of the first planes used for mail delivery.B. A copy of a railway mail car.C. All the unusual stamps.D. A motorbike.(19)A. Because few people owned the necessary equipment.B. Because the music selection was not very popular.C. Because few ships came into New York harbor.D. Because fhe radio Signal was too weak to reach the mass audience.(20)A. Military communication officers.B. People who treated radio technology as a hobby.C. People living in big cities.D. People with an interest in music.(21)A. They would get smaller in size.B. Their signals would travel further.C. They would become less popular than television.D. They would be common household items.(22)A. Because she works for a museum.B. Because she's a Lincoln scholar.C. Because she does it as a hobby.D. Because she teaches a course on currency exchange.(23)A. Because they identify the city where the penny was minted.B. Because they are the initials of a famous coin collector.C. Because they stand for the government agency that mints coins.D. Because they are the initials of the person who created the penny's design.(24)A. All of her friends collected them.B. Pennies were cheap to collect.C. Someone gave her a rare penny.D. She needed the money.(25)A. Trade coins with club members.B. Show the audience some of the coins.C. Explain how the penny is minted.D. Discuss the life of Lincoln.二、听力(1)根据以下内容，回答：___________(2)___________(3)___________(4)___________(5)___________(6)___________(7)___________(8)___________(9)___________(10)___________(11)___________Part IV Reading Comprehension （Reading in Depth）（25 minutes）仔细阅读填空题(1)根据以下内容，回答{TSE}题。

2013年6月英语四级冲刺试题及答案06

最牛英语口语培训模式：躺在家里练口语，全程外教一对一，三个月畅谈无阻！洛基英语，免费体验全部在线一对一课程：/wenkxd.htm（报名网址）Part IV Reading Comprehension (Reading in Depth) (25 minutes) Section ADirections: In this section, there is a passage with ten blanks.You are required to select one word for each blank from a list of choices givenin a word bank following the passage. Read the passage through carefully beforemaking your choices. Each choice in the bank is identified by a letter. Pleasemark the corresponding letter for each item on Answer Sheet 2 with a singleline through the centre. You may not use any of the words in the bank more thanonce.Questions 47 to 56 are based on the following passage.Women with low literacy suffer disproportionately more than men,encountering more 47 in finding awell-paying job and being twice as likely to end up in the group of lowest wageearners, a study released on Wednesday said.Analysis by the Institute for Women's Policy Research (IWPR) foundwomen at all levels of 48 tend toearn less than men, but it's at the lowest literacy levels that the wage gapbetween genders is most striking.Women with low literacy are twice as 49 as men at the same skill level to be amongthe lowest earners,bringing in $300 a week or less, the report said. "Because women start off so low in terms of wages, havinghigher literacy and more skills really 50 a big difference," said Kevin Miller,a 51 research associate at IWPR and co-author of the study.Women need to go 52 in their training and education level to earnthe same as men, Miller said.The 53 was based on 2009 National Assessment ofAdult Literacy surveys, the most recent data 54 ,and focused on reading skills, not writingand numeric literacy. That data was 55 from a nationally representative sample of19,714 people aged 16 and older, living in households or prisons.Data showed about one-third of American adults have low literacylevels, and more than 36 percent of men and 33 percent of women fall into that 56 , the institute said.A) pattern I) conductedB) senior J)independentC) longer K) literacyD) difficulties L) analysisE) category M) likelyF) collected N) furtherG) positions Ｏ) makesH) availableSection BDirections: There are 2 passages in this section. Each is followedby some questions or unfinished statements. For each of them there are four choicesmarked A), B), C) and D). You should decide on the best choice and mark the correspondingletter on Answer Sheet 2 with a single line through the centre.Passage OneQuestions 57 to 61 are based on the following passage.An industrial society, especially one as centralized andconcentrated as that of Britain, is heavily dependent on certain essentialservices: for instance, electricity supply, water, rail and road transport, theharbors. The area of dependency has widened to include removing rubbish,hospital and ambulance services, and, as the economy develops, central computerand information services as well. If any of these services ceases to operate,the whole economic system is in danger.It is this economic interdependency of the economic system whichmakes the power of trade unions (工会)such an important issue. Single trade unionshave the ability to cut off many countries' economic blood supply.This can happen more easily in Britain than in some othercountries, in part because the labor force is highly organized. About 55percent of British workers belong to unions, compared to under a quarter in theUnited States.For historical reasons, Britain's unions have tended to developalong trade (行业) and occupational lines, rather than on an industry-by-industrybasis, which makes a wages policy, democracy in industry and the improvement ofprocedures for fixing wage levels difficult to achieve.There are considerable strains and tensions in the trade unionmovement, some of them arising from their outdated and inefficient structure.Some unions have lost many members because of their industrial changes.Ｏthers are involved in arguments about who should represent workersin new trades. Unions for skilled trades are separate from general unions,which means that different levels of wages for certain jobs are often a sourceof bad feelings between unions. In traditional trades which are being pushedout of existence by advancing technologies,unions can fight for their members'disappointing jobs to the point where the jobs of other union members are threatenedor destroyed. The printing of newspapers both in the United States and inBritain has frequently been halted by the efforts of printers to hold on totheir traditional highly-paid jobs.Trade unions have problems of internal communication just asmanagers in companies do, problems which multiply in very large unions or inthose which bring workers in very different industries together into a single generalunion．Some tradeunion officials have to be re．elected regularly；others are elected，or even appointed，for life．Trade union officials have to workwith a system of“shop stewards”(工厂工人代表)in many unions，“shop stewards”being workers elected by other workers as theirrepresentatives at factory or work level．57．Why is the trade union power crucial in Britain?A)Because the economy is very interdependent．B)Because the unions have been established a long time．C)Because there are more unions in Britain than elsewhere．D)Because there are many essential services offered by the unions．58．Because of their out-of-date organization，someunions find it diffcult to__________．A)bargain for high enough wagesB)get new members to joinC)learn new technologiesD)change as industries change59．Disagreements arise between unions because some of them__________．A)try to win over members of other unionsB)ignore agreementsC)protect their own members at the expense of othersD)take over other unions’jobs60．Why does the author compare the trade unions with managers incompanies?A)They are both influential in company affairs．B)They both face problems of internal communication．C)They both work with a system of“shop stewards”．D)They both work efficiently.61．The title which best expresses the idea of the text wouldbe__________．A)British Trade Unions and Their DrawbacksB)A Centralized and Concentrated SocietyC)The Power of Trade Unions in BritainD)The Structure of British Trade Unions“成千上万人疯狂下载。

2013年06月大学英语四级真题含答案

2013年6月大学英语四级考试试题Part Writing (30 minute)Directions: For this part ,you are allowed 30minute to write a short essay on the topic of students selecting their lectures. You should write at least 120 words following the outline when bellow:1.有些大学允许学生自由选择某些课程的任课教师2.学生选择教师时所考虑的主要因素3.学生自选任课教师的益处和可能产生的问题Part II Reading comprehension (skimming and scanning ) (15 minute)HighwayA government study recommended a national highway system of 33,920 miles, and congress passed the Federal-Aid Highway Act of 1944,which called for strict, centric controlled desert criteria.The interstate highway system was finally launched in 1956 and has been hailed as one of the greatest public works projects of the century .To build its 44,000-mile web of highways, bridge and tunnels, hundreds of unique engineering designs and solutions had to be worked out. Consider the many geographic, features of the country: mountains, steep grades, wetlands, rivers, deserts and plains. Variables included the slope of the land, the ability of the pavement to support the load. Innovative, designs of roadways, tunnels, bridges, overpasses, and interchanges that could run through or bypass urban areas soon began to weave their way across the country, forever altering the face of American.Long-span, segmented-concrete, cable-stayed bridges such as Hale Boggs in Louisiana and the Sunshine Skyway in Florida ,and remarkable tunnels like Fort Mchenry in Maryland and Mr. baker in Washington developed under the nation's physical challenges, Traffic control systems and methods of construction developed under the interstate program soon influenced highway construction around the world, and were invaluable in improving the condition of urban streets and traffic patterns.Today the interstate system links every major city in the U.S, and the U.S with Canada and Mexico. Built with safety in mind the highways have wide lanes and shoulders, dividing medians, or barriers, long entry and exit lanes, our engineered for safe turns, and limited access. The death rate on highways is half that of all other U.S roads (0.86 deaths per 100 million passenger miles compared to 1.99 deaths per 100 million on all other roads)By opening the North American continent, highways have enabled consumer goods and services to reach people in remote and rural areas of jobs, access to the growth options in terms of jobs access to cultural programs health care, and other benefits. Above all, the interstate system provides individuals with what they enrich most: personal freedom of mobility.The interstate system has been an essential element of the nation's economic growth in terms of shipping and job creation: more than 75 percent of the nation's freight deliveries arrive by truck. And most products that arrive by rail or air use interstates for the last leg of the journey by vehicle.Not only has the highway system affected the American economy by providing shipping routes, it has led to the growth of spin-off industries like service stations ,motels, restaurants, and shopping centers. It has allowed the relocation of manufacturing plants and other industries from urban areas to rural.By the end of the century there was an immense network of paved roads, residential streets, expressways, and freeways built to support millions of vehicles. The high way system was officially renamed for Eisenhower to honor his vision and leadership. The year construction began he said: "Together, the united forces of our communication and transportation systems are dynamic elements in the very name we bear -United States. Without them, we would be a mere alliance of many separate parts."1. National standards for paved roads were in place by 1921.2. General Eisenhower felt that the broad German motorways made more sense than the two-lane highways of America.3. It was in the 1950s that the American government finally took action to build a national highway system.4. Many of the problems presented by the country’s geograp hical features found solutions in innovative engineering projects.5. In spite of safety considerations, the death rate on interstate highways is still higher than that of other American roads.6. The interstate highway system provides access between major military installations in America.7. Services stations, motels and restaurants promoted the development of the interstate highway system.8. The greatest benefit brought about by the interstate system was___________9.Trucks using the interstate highways deliver more than__________________10.The interstate system was renamed after Eisenhower in recognition_____________Part Ⅲ Listening ComprehensionSection A11. A)The girls got on well with each other. B)It's understandable that girls don't get along.C)She was angry with the other young stars. D)The girls lacked the courage to fight.12. A)The woman does her own housework. B)The woman needs a housekeeper.C)The woman's house is in a mess. D)The woman works as a housekeeper.13. A)The Edwards are quite well-off.B)The Edwards should cut down on their living expenses.C)It'll be unwise for the Edwards to buy another house.D)It's too expensive for the Edwards to live in their present house.14.A)The woman didn't except it to be so warm at noon. B)The woman is sensitive to weather changes.C)The weather forecast was unreliable D)The weather turned cold all of a sudden.15. A)At a clinic. B)At a restaurant. C)In a supermarket. D)In an ice cream shop.16. A)The woman did not feel any danger growing up in the Bronx.B)The man thinks it was quite safe living in the Bronx district.C)The woman started working at an early age to support her family .D)The man doesn’t think it safe to send an 8-year-old to buy things.17. A)The man has never seen the woman before. B)The two speakers work for the same company.C)The two speakers work in the same floor. D)The woman is interested in market research.18. A)The woman can't tolerate any noise. B)The man is looking foe an apartment.C)The man has missed his appointment. D)the woman is going to take a train trip.Questions 19 to 21 are based on the conversation you have just heard.19. A)To make a business report to the woman . B)To be interviewed for a job in the woman's company.C)To resign from his position in the woman's company. D)To exchange stock market information with the woman.20. A)He is head of a small trading company. B)He works in an international insurance company.C)He leads s team of brokers in a big company. D)He is a public relations officer in a small company.21. A)The woman thinks Mr. Saunders is asking for more than they can offer.B)Mr. Saunders will share one third of the woman's responsibilities.C)Mr. Saunders believes that he deserves more paid vacations.D)The woman seems to be satisfied with Mr. Saunders' past experience.22. A)She's worried about the seminar. B)The man keeps interrupting her.C)She finds it too hard. D)She lacks interest in it.23. A)The lecturers are boring. B)The course is poorly designed.C)She prefers Philosophy to English. D)She enjoys literature more.24. A)Karen's friend. B)Karen's parents. C)Karen's lecturers. D)Karen's herself.25. A)Changing her major. B)Spending less of her parents' money.C)Getting transferred to the English Department. D)Leaving the university.Section BPassage One Question 26 to 29 are based on the passage you have just heard.26. A) Rent a grave. B) Burn the body. C) Bury the dead near a church. D)buy a piece of land for a grave.27. A) To solve the problem of lack of land. B)To see whether they have decayed.C)To follow the Greek religious practice. D)To move them to a multi-Storey28. A)They should be buried lying down . B)They should be buried standing up.C)They should be buried after being washed. D)They should be buried when partially decayed.29. A)Burning dead bodies to ashes. B)Storing dead bodies in a remote place.C)Placing dead bodies in a bone room. D)Digging up dead bodies after three years.Passage Two Question 30 to 32 are based on the passage you have just heard.30. A)Many foreign tourist visit the Unite States every year. B)Americans enjoy eating out with their friends.C)The United States is a country of immigrants. D)Americans prefer foreign foods to their own food.31. A)They can make friends with people from other countries.B)They can get to know people of other cultures and their lifestyles.C)They can practice speaking foreign languages there.D)They can meet with businessmen from all over the world.32. A)The couple cook the dishes and the children help them .B)The husband does the cooking and the wife serves as the address.C)The mother does the cooking while the famepand children within the guests.D)A hired cook prepares the dishes and the family members serve the guests.Passage Three Questions 33 to 35 are based on the passage you have just heard .33. A)He took them to watch a basketball game. B)He trained them to play European football.C)He let them compete in getting balls out of a basket. D)He taught them to play an exciting new game.34. A)The players found the basket too high to teach. B)The players had trouble getting the ball out of the basket.C)The players had difficulty understanding the complex rules. D)The players soon found the game boring.35. A)By removing the bottom of the basket. B)By lowering the position of the basket.C)By simplifying the complex rules. D)By altering the size Of the basket.Section CF or American time is money. They say, “you only get so much time in this life; you'd better use it wisely." The(36)__________without be better than the past or present. As American are (37)__________to see things, unless people use their time for constructive activity, Thus American(38)__________a "well-organized" person is punctual and is(40)__________of other people's time. They do not (41)__________people's time with conversation or other activity that has no(42)__________beneficial outcome.The American attitude toward time is not (43)__________shared by others, especially non-Europeans. They aremore likely to regard time as (44)__________.One of the more difficult things many students must adjust to in the states is the notion that time must be saved whenever possible and used wisely every day.In the contest (45)__________.McDonald’s, KFC, and eating meals. As McDonald’s restaurants(46)__________, bringing not just hamburgers but an emphasis on speed, efficiency, and shiny cleanliness.Part IV reading comprehension(reading in depth)Section AEI Nino is name given to the mysterious and often unpredictable change in the climate of the world. This strange ___47_____happens every five to eight years. It starts in the Pacific Ocean and is thought to be caused by a failure in the trade winds(信风)，which affects the ocean currents driven by these winds. As the trade winds lessen in ____48____,the ocean temperatures rise causing the Peru current flowing in form the east to warm up by as much as 5`C.The warming of the ocean has far-reaching effects. The hot, humid(潮湿的)air over the ocean causes severe ___49___thunderstorms.The rainfall is increased across South American ____50____floods to Peru. In the West pacific, there are droughts affecting Australia and Indonesia. So while some parts of the world prepare for heavy rains and floods, other parts face drought, poor crops and____51____.EI Nino usually lasts for about 18 months The 1982-83 EI Nino brought the most___52____weather in modern history .Its effect was worldwide and it left more than 2,000 people dead and caused over eight billion pounds ____53___of damage. The 1990 EI Nino will ____55___,but they are still not __56___sure what leads to it or what affects how strong it will be.A)estimate B)strength C)deliberately D)notify E)tropical F)phenomenon G)stable H)attractionI)completely J)destructive K)starvation L)bringing M)exhaustion N)worth O)strikeSection BPassage OneCommunications technologies are far from equal when it comes to conveying the truth. The first study to tell lies in phone conversations as they are in emails. The fact that emails are automatically recorded-and can come back to haunt(困扰)you appears to be the key to the finding.Jeff Hancock of Cornell University in Ithaca, Mew York, asked 30 students to keep a communications diary for a week. In it they noted the number of conversations or email exchanges they had lasting more than 10 minutes, and confessed to how many lies they told. Hancock then worked out the number of lies per conversation foe each medium .He found that lies made up 14 per cent of emails, 21 per cent of instant messages,27 per cent of face-to-face interactions and an astonishing 37 per cent of phone calls.His resolves to be presented at the conference on human-computer interaction in Vienna, Austria, in April, have surprised psychologists. Some expected e-mailers to be the biggest liars, reasoning that because deception makes people uncomfortable, the detachment(非直接接触）of emailing would make it easier to lie. Others expected people to lie more in face-to-face exchanges because we are most practiced at that form of communication.But Hancock says it is also crucial whether a conversation is being recorded and could be reread, and whether it occurs in real time. People appear to be afraid to lie when they know the communication could later be used to hold them to account, he says. This is why fewer lies appear in email than on the phone.People are also more likely to lie in real time in a instant message or phone call say-than if they have time to think of a response, says Hancock. He fond many lies are spontaneous(脱口而出的)responses to an unexpected demand, such as: “Do you like my dress?"Hancock hopes his research will help companies work our the best ways for their employees to communicate. For instance, the phone might be the best medium foe sales where employees are encouraged to stretch the truth. But, given his result, work assessment where honesty is a priority, might be best done using email.57.Hancock's study focuses on ____________.A)the consequences of lying in various communications’ media.B)the success of communications technologies in conveying ideas.C)people are less likely to lie in instant messages.D)people 's honesty levels across a range of communications media.58.Hancock's research finding surprised those who believed that________________.A)people are less likely to lie in instant messages. B)people are unlikely to lie in face-to-face interactions.C)people are most likely to lie in email communication D)People are twice as likely to lie in phone conversations.59. According to the passage, why are people more likely to tell the truth through certain media of communication?A)They are afraid of leaving behind traces of their lies. B)They believe that honesty is the best policy.C)They tend to be relaxed when using those media. D)They are most practiced at those forms of communication.60. According to Hancock the telephone is a preferable medium for promoting sales because____________.A)Salesmen can talk directly to their customers. B)Salesmen may feel less restrained to exaggerate.C)Salesmen can impress customers as being trustworthy. D)Salesmen may pass on instant messages effectively.61. It can be inferred from the passage that_____________.A)Honesty should be encouraged in interpersonal communicationsB)more employers will use emails to communicate with their employeesC)suitable media should be chosen for different communication purposesD) email is now the dominant medium of communication within a company.Passage TwoIn a country that defines itself by ideals, not by shared blood, who should be allowed to come to work and live here? In the wake of the Sept.11 attacks these questions have never seemed more pressing.On December .11,2001,as part of the effort to increase homeland security ,federal and local authorities in 14 states staged "Operation Safe Travel" -raids on airports to arrest employees with false identification(身份证明).In Salt Lake City there were 69 arrests. But those captured were anything but terrorists, most of them illegal immigrants from Central or South American .Authorities said the undocumented worker's illegal status made them open to blank mall(讹诈)by terrorists Many immigrants in Salt Lake City were angered by the arrests and said they felt as if they were being treated like disposable goods.Mayor Anderson said those feelings were justified to a certain extent. “We’re saying we want you to work in these places, we’re going to look the other way in terms of what our laws are, and then when it's convenient for us, or when we can try to make a point in terms of national security, especially after Sept.11, then you’re disposable Ther e are whole families being uprooted for all of the wrong reasons,” Anderson said.If Sept.11 had never happened the airport workers would not have been arrested and could have gone on quietly living in America, probably indefinitely .Ana Castro, a ,mana ger at a Ben & Jerry’s ice cream shop at the airport had been working 10 years with the same false Social Security card when she was arrested in the December airport raid. Now she and her family are living under the threat of deportation(驱逐出境)。

2013年英语六级(CET-6)全真预测试卷(1)-中大网校

2013年英语六级(CET-6)全真预测试卷(1)总分：710分及格：426分考试时间：140分Part I Writing(1)1．能源问题已引起广泛关注；2．解决能源问题的一个办法是减少对有限资源的开采；3．解决能源问题的最好办法是开发新能源。

The Energy Problem________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________Part II Reading Comprehension快速阅读单选题(1) 请根据以下内容回答{TSE}题{TS}The biggest increases in autism cases were found__________．A. among boysB. in minority communitiesC. in rural communitiesD. among children in certain ethnic groups(2)By saying“We heard from many parents that they concerned long before their child was diagnosed”(Lines 3-4，Para．4)，Coleen Boyle means that________．A. more children are being diagnosedB. the average age at diagnosis has droppedC. diagnosis needs to be even earlierD. parents are always worried about their child getting autism(3)According to Peter Bearman，some of the autism increase results from________．A. nutritionB. better countingC. air pollutionD. better awareness and diagnosis(4)Who is Mark Roithmayr?A. President of Autism Speaks．B. President of George Washington University．C. A professor at the University of California．D. A sociologist at Columbia University．(5)Alabama has been singled out in the passage to illustrate the point that_________．A. it is a large，rural state with many children suffering from autismB. some states have lagged behind others in autism diagnosesC. some states have many services for children with autismD. there is a true increase in cases there(6)Why is the CDC confident the accuracy of its autism figures?A. Because its surveillance sites are statistically representative of the nation．B. Because its surveillance sites cover all urban districts and rural areas．C. Because the CDC made great efforts to prepare and gather the figures．D. Because the results they get arc more accurate than figures derived in other ways．(7)To be diagnosed with autism，a child must have deficits in_________．A. communication，social skills and the ability to shift focusB. communication，social skills and hand flappingC. communication，hand flapping and eye contactD. communication，social skills and eye contact快速阅读填空题(1)请根据以下内容回答{TSE}题{TS}A professional group is now considering changing the diagnosis of autism-spectrum disorders partly by adding consideration of________。

2013年四级模拟试卷及答案

大学四级模拟Part ⅠWritingDirections: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write a short essay entitled On lnternet Rumors. You should write at least 120 words following the outline given below:1.最近网络上的谣言比较多2.这种现象可有造成危害3.解决这一问题的办法On Internet RumorsPart ⅡReading Comprehension (Skimming and Scanning)Directions: In this part, you will have 15 minutes to go over the passage quickly and answer the questions on Answer Sheet 1. For questions 1-7, choose the best answer from the four choices marked A) , B) , C) and D) . For questions 8-20, complete the sentences with the information given in the passage.Community College SqueezeEighteen-year-old Jenna Tibbitts has a near-perfect GPA(Grade Point Average), and her parents can afford to send her to the four-year university of her choice. But the New Jersey senior is opting instead to attend nearby Atlantic Cape Community College on a scholarship for two years before transferring to a four-year school so that she can reduce the overall cost of her education. "It just makes more sense," Tibbitts says.Similarly, Sarah Tibbling, 18, an honor student from Vernon, N.J., plans to attend Sussex County Community College next fall,a move she sees as a stepping-stone on the way to getting her degree at a four-year institution. "Community college is more popular with students these days," she says, and that's reduced some of the negative stigma (污名)." It's no longer considered a place for lower-level students."Like Tibbling and Tibbitts, high-achieving high-school graduates nationwide are increasingly putting four-year institutions on hold and enrolling at community colleges for part of their education. According to a survey from the National Association of Independent Colleges and Universities, nearly one-fifth of private colleges and universities reported a smaller than anticipated freshman class this fall. At the same time, the American Association of Community Colleges reports that community-college enrollment rose 8 to 10 percent. That's not unexpected--community-college enrollment usually climbs during a down economy as newly unemployed workers look to get additional training. But normally, the age of the average student rises, whereas this time around, the average age on campus has remained low because there are so many more traditional-aged students, say administrators. "The segment of fresh high-school graduates is growing fast," says Anson Smith, public relations coordinator for Housatonic Community College in Bridgeport, Conn.Community-college administrators are thrilled to attract top performers,but they also worry that the influx (涌进) of students who can afford other options is squeezing out the disadvantaged students such schools were built to serve. Most community colleges have open admission--no SAT(Scholastic Aptitude Test)or GPA required--but classroom slots fill up on a rolling basis. "Unfortunately for students who can't make plans in advance, they will get to the doors and find out there is no room," says Northern Virginia Community College President Robert Templin. Many students typically register for classes later on because they're unprepared to navigate the system, he says, and they're often first-generation college students or coming from underperforming high schools. While administrators like Templin have made efforts to reach out to less-advantaged students earlier in high school,he says it's difficult to offer individualized support to a burgeoning (生机勃勃的) prospective student population. "Many community-colleges administrators are very fearful that middle class students will come and squeeze out poorer and moderate-income students," he says.At most schools, the pressure is mounting. Community-college enrollment spiked this fall, but the schools were already experiencing a trend of increased enrollment. From 2000 to 2006, enrollment grew 10 percent, according to the most recent data from the National Center for Education Statistics. George Boggs, president of the American Association of Community Colleges, attributes the growth to changes in the general perception of community colleges. "Our reputation has continued to improve," he says. According to a 2008 report from the Department of Education, the proportion of high-school seniors with high standardized-test scores and strong overall qualifications enrolling in community colleges has grown since 1992.The report also found that two-thirds of students who apply to community colleges intend to go on to earn a four- year degree at another institution. Still, some college counselors remain wary about advising high-performing students to take this route. "The community college may not be a good academic fit for all students," says Bob Bardwell, a guidance counselor in Monson,Mass. "Some complain it's not challengingenough." Furthermore, he adds, students often find it's not as easy to transfer into the four-year schools they want as they might have thought.But just when their profile is improving and demand is climbing, community colleges are seeing their resources disappear. The struggling economy has prompted state and local government, the main revenue source for most community colleges, to cut back on budgets, which means freezing new hires and slashing class sections. "The funding gets cut at the worst possible time," says Boggs. According to a 2007 survey conducted by the National Council of State Directors of Community Colleges, 16 states reported that they lacked the capacity to meet the projected community- college needs of high-school graduates in their states. Leo Chavez, president of Sierra College in Rocklin, Calif., is bracing for further budget cuts, though he already had to turn away many prospective students this fall. "We have students coming to us in droves," he says."It's really a crisis. Applications are rising dramatically and, at the same time, we are reducing what we can offer."As is the case nationwide, in California, applications are already pouring in for the fall 2009 semester; the state's Community College League estimates that up to 250,000 students will have to be turned away. Simone The lemaque, 24, of Palo Alto,Calif. ,knows that frustration firsthand. She worked as a waitress to save enough money for classes at nearby Foothill College. But when she went to register in July, two months before the start of the semester, she was already too late. Her math and English classes were already at capacity. "It's really discouraging," she says. Unlike some other students,she can't afford to take classes anywhere else. But Thelemaque hasn't given up. She's hoping to get the classes this upcoming semester and if she can't, she'll try again next year. She's determined to get a college degree, because it's what she needs to get her dream job:she wants to be a teacher.1.Why does Jenna Tibbitts choose to attend Atlantic Cape Community College first instead of the four-year university'?A) She has a near-perfect GPA. B) Her parents are worried about her safety.C) She wants to reduce the cost. D) She is not ready to go to university.2.What does Sarah Tibbling say about community college?A) It's just a stepping-stone to society.B) It's more popular than a four-year institution.C) It's the only way to getting a higher degree.D) It was once considered a place for poor-achieving students. 3.What did the National Association of Independent Colleges and Universities find about some private colleges and universities?A) Their enrollments decrease. B) Their enrollments climb up.C) Their students' average age rises. D) Their students' average age remains low.4.Why has the average age on community college campus remained low this year?A) There are fewer unemployed workers.B) The recession drives people to get training early.C) There are more fresh high-school graduates.D) There are fewer adult students for additional training.5.The original purpose of community colleges was to serve______.A) the underperforming students B) the top graduatesC) the students from poor families D) the middle-class students6.According to George Boggs, what has contributed to the increasing enrollments of community colleges?A) The improved reputation of the community colleges.B) The rapid growth of the economy.C) The high standardized-test scores of students.D) The increased number of fresh high-school graduates.7.What do some students complain about community college according to Bob Bardwell?A) Its tuition fee is too high to be afforded.B) Its courses are targeted at high-performing students.C) Its facilities are not enough for everyone.D) Its courses are not challenging enough.8.According to Leo Chavez, due to budget cuts, his community college has to turn down many______.9.Simone Thelemaque failed in applying for Foothill College because she was______for registration.10.Before Simone Thelemaque could get her dream job,she has to get______.Part ⅣReading Comprehension (Reading in Depth)Section ADirections: In this section, there is a passage with ten blanks. You are required to select one word for each blank from a list of choices given in a word bank followingthe passage. Read the passage through carefully before making your choices. Each choice in the bank is identified by a letter. Please mark the corresponding letter for each item on Answer Sheet 2 with a single line through the centre .You may not use any of the words in the bank more than once.Species can respond to global warming in two ways: adapt and survive, or die. Biologists foresee climate change driving many species to (47) over the next century,especially those that are unable to adjust (48) enough. Plants and animals evolved to (49) in specific ecological environment, and while some may adapt to new environments--and many have already--for many others, it will take time. But the changes driven by human-generated greenhouse gases may be coming on too fast.That's exactly what appears to be happening with the worldwide lizard (蜥蜴) population. A few years ago, a team of herpetologists (爬虫学家) first noticed a suspicious pattern of extinctions among populations of European lizards. At the time,it wasn't (50) why they were dying--it could have been global warming,but it also could have been disease or loss of habitat. So researchers set out to get the hard evidence, ultimately launching a global study that (51) drew in more than two dozen scientists from around the world.The results,appearing in the May 14 issue of Science, are (52) :populations of lizards have been lost on five continents over the past few decades, and based on these extinction patterns--and the current (53) of global warming--scientists (54) that by 2080 nearly 40% of all lizard populations and 20% of lizard species could vanish. Given that lizards are a key (55) of food for many birds, snakes and other animals, and are important predators of insects,the (56) of these animals could have major influence up and down the food chain.A) clear I) predictB) distinguish J) disappearanceC) extinction K) expectD) vividly L) surviveE) eventually M) sourceF) believable N) dramaticG) rapidly O) rateH) originSection BDirections: There are 2 passages in this section. Each passage is followed by some questions or unfinished statements. For each of them there are four choices marked A ), B), C)and D). You should decide on the best choice and mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 2 with a single line through the centre.Passage One"Do you know what the most complex mass of protoplasm (原生质) on earth is?"Marian Diamond asks her students on the first day of anatomy class as she casually opens a flowery hatbox and lifts out a preserved human brain. "This mass only weighs 3 lb., and yet it has the capacity to conceive of a universe a billion light-years across. Isn't that marvelous?"Diamond is an esteemed neuroanatomist (神经解剖学家) and one of the most admired professors at the University of California, Berkeley. It would be a privilege for anyone to sit in on her lectures. And, in fact, anyone can. Videos of her popular course are available free online, part of a growing movement by academic institutions worldwide to open their once exclusive halls to all who want to peek inside. In March,YouTube launched an education hub called YouTube Edu, dedicated exclusively to videos from the more than 100 schools--ranging from Grand Rapids Community College to Harvard Business School--that have set up official channels on the site. Liberated from the stew of pop-culture vlogs (视频博客) and silly cat videos, the collection highlights how much free education is out there.The bigger question is, why have colleges started posting all this stuff at no charge? "Schools have always wanted to have their own area where they could be among their peer institutions and help with the discovery of their content," says Obadiah Greenberg,who leads the project at YouTube.The volume of YouTube Edu's content, which includes campus tours and other nonacademic material, can be overwhelming, but the view-count sorting feature helps users quickly locate must-see videos, which they can comment on and rate on a five-star scale.There is clearly a big appetite for all kinds of online lectures. But one of the most interesting consequences of open courseware may be its impact on teachers,who have a new way to get feedback--and exposure."It used to be that research was No. 1. Now people are working harder to be better teachers," Diamond says. Sifting through e-mails, the 82-year-old professor reads overmessages she's saved from students and teachers who watched her lectures from as far away as England and Egypt. "At this time of life, when everybody else is retiring and stepping aside, thinking they've done it all, you're getting this worldwide connection. It's beautiful."57. Why can anyone have the privilege to listen to Diamond's lecture?A) Everyone can have the opportunity to tour around the campus.B) Her university opens its door to all who want to study there.C) Videos of her courses are now available to people online.D) She has been touring around the world to give lectures.58. What do we know about YouTube Edu?A) It is aimed to open lectures to all who want to have a look.B) It helps many schools to set up official channels online.C) Viewers can comment on the videos of courses on the site.D) It is a collection of pop-culture vlogs and fun videos.59.According to Greenberg,colleges post the courses online for free to______.A) claim its status in a particular area B) attract potential studentsC) follow the innovation in education D) share their intellectual property60.According to the passage, how could students find the most popular videos quickly in YouTube Edu?A) By entering the title of the video. B) By referring to the view-count sorting.C) By reading the viewers' comments. D) By using an open courseware.61.What is the positive influence the online video courses have on teachers?A) They can pay more attention to research.B) They can know better about students' responses.C) They can delay their retiring time.D) They can connect worldwide teachers together.Passage TwoAdmit it: at some point in your life, you've been completely obsessed. Obsessed with a particular project perhaps, or a great author,or that hot senior who smiled at you once when you were a freshman. Obsession is common and typically harmless, often a powerful motivator and a source of artistic inspiration. Yet its extremes are also feared and criticized, because they form the foundation for obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), a disease that has apparently exploded in prevalence in recent decades. How exactly can we reconcile two conflicting notions of the same phenomenon?Perhaps we can't--but we can gain some insight by taking a closer look at society's complex history with obsession, Lennard J. Davis assumes in his new book. Since the 18th century our understanding of obsession has evolved from believing it to be an incurable "madness", thought to afflict a small number of people who were typically poor, to a potentially curable disease afflicting many, including the upper classes.Mental illnesses such as OCD and depression (or at least the tendencies toward them)have practically become a hallmark of passion. This association could partially explain why such illnesses are now so commonly diagnosed, Davis maintains since 1970 diagnoses of OCD have increased at least 40-fold.Davis's book also provides biographies of famous artists and psychiatrists with obsessive tendencies. Those who have a purely scientific interest in OCD, however, may find themselves a little bored at times. However, Davis makes several interesting points. For one thing, he says, the difference between OCD and healthy obsession may simply be self- perception. People with OCD feel they are abnormal and wish they could change; obsessive people who do not have OCD--including people with "obsessive-compulsive personality", considered by psychiatrists to be normal--feel just fine.Considering the close relation between OCD and "healthy obsessions" ,Davis argues that we tend to draw too strong a line between the healthy and the pathological (病态的). Many people have careers that require repetitive-almost obsessive—attention,and most of us take notice of warnings to take careful precautions in our daily routines to stay healthy and protect ourselves. "We suffer from many requirements of modern life that make us focus on one thing, or many single things," Davis writes. OCD, he explains, is simply a subcategory (子范畴) of what we all do every single day.62. How does the author understand obsession?A) It is a popular project that improves people's feeling.B) It is a h~rmless thing that motivates and inspires people.C) It is a kind of mental illness which is fearful and prevalent.D) It is a symptom that will certainly develop into OCD.63.What is Lennard J. Davis's opinion towards the reconciliation of the two notions?A) People are definitely unable to reconcile the two notions.B) People today have to look at the OCD closely.C) It's not difficult to reconcile the two notions.D) People can comprehend them through history observation.64.How do people's views about obsession evolve?A) People nowadays believe obsessions may be generally curable.B) People in the past believed it was madness carried by all classes.C) People in the past believed it was an incurable physical disease.D) People nowadays believe only upper class carry the disease.65.What may be the difference between obsessive people and people with OCD according to Davis?A) People with OCD behave abnormally but think they are normal.B) The two kinds of people just have different self-perceptions.C) People with OCD have obsessive-compulsive personality.D) Obsessive people think they are better than people with OCD.66. What attitude to OCD and healthy obsession should people take in life?A) People should draw a line between OCD and healthy obsession.B) People would better take careful measures to fight OCD.C) People should not make a fuss of obsession.D) People with careers requiring obsessive attention should worry about themselves.Part ⅤClozeDirections: 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 Answer Sheet 2 with a single line through the centre.There is not much new about people's doubts about organic food. Many are beginning to believe that organic food is not all that it is cracked up to be and they (67) having to pay a premium for it. The British have always (68) price to quality when it comes (69) food, and with no new scandal to (70)our fears and minds,we have reverted (恢复, 重提) to type.The organic movement itself has not helped matters much. There is such an absurd proliferation (增值,繁茂) of (71)licensed to declare products as organic, each with differing (72) for what constitutes organic.There will always be a very small sector of the market which will buy organic products on an ethical (73) , and another which remains convinced by the health arguments,(74)these remain tiny in (75) to the food market as a whole. The conversion of the mass market to the organic way depended on either a) continuing food scares~or b) strongly 76 benefits (77) quality and flavor if it was to ride over the (78) British obsession with price.Well,we have run out of food scares for the time being, and the trouble is that the qualitative differences between organic and non-organic foods are not (79)obvious. There were, are, some splendid products, but far too many were badly (80) , (81) made or simply (82) . The differential in price is not (83) by a visible improvement 84 quality.In the end, (85) ,whether or not the organic sector (86) or fades will not depend on public demand or public skepticism. It will depend on what the supermarkets decide to sell us.67. A) like B) resent C) resemble D) reside68. A) preferred B) liked C) increased D) chose69. A) in B) with C) about D) to70. A) inspire B) attack C) focus D) prevent71. A) parties B) ambitions C) bodies D) foreigners72. A) criteria B) criticism C) creativity D) crafts73. A) range B) dependence C) basement D) basis74. A) for B) but C) so D) or75. A) interest B) benefit C) relation D) extreme76. A) recognized B) judged C) approved D) perceived77. A) in view of B) in terms of C) thanks to D) reliable to78. A) traditional B) radical C) historic D) ordinary79. A) hardly B) scarcely C) readily D) clearly80. A) cooked B) conceived C) eaten D) sold81. A) well B) perfectly C) badly D) wisely82. A) unsatisfied B) terrific C) dreary D) upset83. A) matched B) compared C) replaced D) balanced84. A) about B) at C) under D) in85. A) furthermore B) however C) in addition D) consequently86 A) disappears B) enriches C) flourishes D) perishesPart ⅥTranslationDirections: Complete the sentences by translating into English the Chinese givenin brackets. Please write your translation on Answer Sheet 2.87. ______(如果这种动物灭绝了) ,our future generation would not even have a chance to see it.88. ______(就个人能力而言) ,he is competent for the work.89. Anyone______(犯罪)can not escape being punished.90. My parents always educated me to ______(预留一些钱以备急用).91. ______(在三个月内掌握一门外语)is not an easy thing,but he made it.。

2013年6月份大学英语四级作文预测题目

2013年6月份大学英语四级作文预测题目2013年6月份大学英语四级作文预测题目1.Should We Help Strangers?1.有人认为帮助陌生人是一种美德;2.有人却认为帮助陌生人会给自己带来麻烦和危险;3.我认为……【范文】Helping strangers has always been considered as a treasured virtue of mankind. We need help from others throughout our life, whenever we travel to other places or stay at home. On the other hand, helping others can make us happy. We feel great joy when we are trusted, needed and able to give a hand.However, some people are cautious when it comes to helping strangers. They say that helping others involves risks of getting hurt or cheated. Lending a hand to a stranger often puts us in a vulnerable position for it means trusting someone we do not even know. Moreover, there are times when we have physical limitations. For instance, we can’t swi m but a girl is drowning, what should we do? If we are blind to that limitation, giving a hand would conversely take our life.In my opinion, we should still offer what we can do to help those needed strangers. Meanwhile, we should beware of getting cheated and use our common sense to tell whether the strangers are real needed people or just professional cheats. Detecting anything unusual, we should defend ourselves or turn to the police.2.Don’t Rely Too Much on Computers1.现在许多人越来越依赖电脑;2.过分依赖电脑会带来很多问题;3.我的看法【范文1】Do we rely too much on computers? Yes, we do. Almost everything we do and every aspect of our life is affected by modern technology with computers above all. We use computers in business, public services, education and entertainment.However, over-reliance on computer may give rise to some problems. One is that people are more likely to make spelling mistakes when they have to handwrite something. Another is that people are so dependent on computers that they have lost the ability to think for themselv es. If “the computer says XYZ”, then XYZ must be true. If you want to make yourself an idiot, just tell him “that is what the computer said”.In my opinion, computers make our lives easier but we should never rely on them completely. These machines should be used as tool to aid work rather than the only tool. Otherwise, chaos can occur when suddenly our computers crash or what is worse, refuse to take our orders. Talent Show1.有人赞成电视选秀节目2.有人则反对3.我的观点【范文1】Over the past couple of years, a variety of talent shows have emerged on TV channel across our nation, from Happy Girls to Super Boys and so forth. This type of entertainment programs is intensely popular, especially among youngsters. It has produces profound impacts on their studies and life. They believe that the TV talent show can change their fate. At least, they say, the program offers the opportunity to show and develop one’s talents.On the contrary, a number of people hold negative attitude to TV talent shows. They maintain that The TV talent show today is like a fiver that has risen to its flood level. It misleads the youth and makes them believe that they can make a fortune or become famous overnight. As a result, a great many students can’t calm down to study during the show’s season.For my part, I believe that the TV talent show is like a double-edged sword and it is important for us to face it properly. For one thing, the TV studios are supposed to offer more stimulating and favorable shows. For another, the media ought to give people proper guidance and refrain from exaggerating the effects of the show.4.Killing Time Indoors1.现在很多人业余时间喜欢“宅”在家里2.人们对这种做法有不同的看法3.我的看法【范文】Nowadays a growing number of people, especially the 20s or 30s, tend to stay indoors for most of their spare time, especially during holidays. Some spend the majority of their time online chatting, blogging, shopping, dating or playing computer games. Some sit with their eyes glued to the television screen, day and night.People’s opinions vary when it comes to this ways of killin g time. A great number of people maintain that staying indoors is cheaper, comfortable, and most importantly, very safe. Others, however, frown upon staying indoors for too long. They are worried that lack of physical exercise and face-to-face communicatio n with others will do harm to people’s body and mind.Personally, I don’t think staying indoors for most of the day should be advocated. Instead, people in all ages, with their physical conditions permitting, should be encouraged to spend more time outdoors. The fresh air, the brilliant sunshine, the pleasant green space, the interactions with other people, etc. are all good for people’s health, both physically and psychologically.5.Restrict Mobile Phone in Library1.现在有不少人在图书馆的阅览区里使用手机2.这一现象可能带来的影响3.我的看法【范文】As the number of students who have mobile phones increases, variousproblems also rise, along with its popularity. One of the problems that have aroused students’ attention is the use of mobile phone in the reading room of library. And this phenomenon has become so common that you can always see someone using mobile phone whenever you go into the library.There is no doubt that this behavior will have no good effect. On the one hand, students who use it can not concentrate on their own studies when they constantly send or receive messages. On the other hand, with the ringing of the phones and people’s talking over the phone, students around them may be distracted from their reading as well.Therefore, the proper way of using mobile phones in the library must be emphasized. First of all, whenever you enter the library, turn your mobile phone into the mode of silence or vibration so as to avoid the disturbance of other students. Second, if you do need to make a call or send or receive messages, you’d better go out of the reading room or at least try to reduce the volume of your sound and your phone’s sound.6. My Opinion on Micro-blog1．目前越来越多人开起了“微博”2．“微博”会带来一些问题3.我的看法【范文】With the improvement of micro-blog services and the influence of some “star blogge rs”, most of whom are celebrities, micro-blog is becoming an important way for people to express themselves and communicate with others. Now, more and more people start to use micro-blog services.However, micro-blog might give rise to some problems as well. Some bloggers would express their thoughts and ideas by writing them down in the micro-blogs rather than communicate with their friends or family members. Day by day, blogs tend to draw people away from real life. What’s worse, lack of face-to-face communication with others might isolate bloggers from the society, which would do harm to their mental health.In my view, micro-blog is a good platform for people to show their personal experiences and communicate with others. However, micro-bloggers should adjust the item and avoid spending the whole day on blogging. After all, sitting in front of the cold screen of computer for long does no good to their health, physically and mentally.7.Celebrities as Products’ Spokespersons1.现在明星为产品代言的现象很普遍2. 明星代言存在的一些问题2.我的看法【范文】In the contemporary society, it is very common for celebrities, or the so-called superstars to be spokesperson for a wide variety of products. On the Internet, television, newspapers, magazines and even on the walls of some buildings, you may find celebrities in the advertising posters.There are some problems existing in celebrities’ endorsing products. In the first place, some stars may know nothing about the products but still accept the invitation as their spokesperson. To these stars, “Look before leap” is just a saying. In the second place, for the sake of money, some stars advertise for items with low quality, even for fake commodities. They never care about consumers’ interests.In my view, as spokespersons, celebrities represent the products. They should understand that the products they are endorsing concern their images and consumers’ interests. Therefore, before endorsing products, they should learn about the products as much as possible. Only by doing so, can they be trusted by their fans and protect the legal rights of general public.8.Spam Message1.目前垃圾短信泛滥2.这种现象产生的原因3.如何解决这个问题【范文】With the increasing use of cell phones, spam messages have become a heated issue. According to a survey, on average, people receive about 40 pieces of spam message per month. Spam messages may disturb, confuse, or even threaten people at any time.Generally, there are two reasons for the spam epidemic. On the one hand, due to the fact that text message is a comparatively cheap channel. Many companies take advantage of it to advertise their products or services. Whether people are willing to receive the message is neglected. On the other hand, operators, holding lots of information on cell phone users, sell the importance information and make money out of it.To solve the problem of spam message, relative authorities and professionals should make joint efforts. The government should set up laws to severely punish the illegal advertisers and those who disclose users’ information. Cell phone researchers and developers should upgrade the products and enable them to delete the spam automatically. Should people act together, they will be free from the spam message.9. Internet Slang1）近年来，网络语言在青少年中很流行；2.人们对这一现象的看法不同；3.我的看法是……【范文】Internet slang such as CU (see you) and 3X (thanks), enjoy great popularity among teenagers nowadays. In fact, it has become so popular that many items now cross from computer-mediated communication to face-to-face communication. Some teenagers even use them in spoken communication as well as in essay writing.People have different opinions towards this phenomenon. Some people saythat the crossover is a brand new variety of language evolving and will enrich the language. But others disagree, saying that these new words, being short form for the existing, long-used phrase, don’t “enrich” anything; they just shorten it. Furthermore, even if the slang such as CU and 3X and becomes common in spoken English, their total effect on language will be trivial.In my opinion, Internet slang has little effect on language in general, but will greatly influence individuals, especially teenagers’ language development. It is because overuse of Internet slang will lead to their poor writing, being lacks in spellings, grammar and proper punctuations. That will drastically reduce chances of employment after they graduate and seek jobs. So, for the sake of their future, teenagers had better refrain from Internet slang.10. How to Relieve Stress1.现代人面临着各种压力2.人们减压的方法各异3.我的减压方法是…...【范文1】In today’s fast-paced world and with the booming economy, stress is our constant companion. We may face stress from our jobs, families, peers, etc. Though stress adds flavor and challenge to life, too much stress can seriously affect people’s physical and mental well-being, so it is necessary to handle stress properly.When it comes to reducing stress, people vary in their ways. Some people talk with someone, perhaps a friend or a family member, about their anxieties and worries. Others allow themselves a mental “get-away”: a q uiet country scene painted mentally can divert them from the tension of a stressful situation to a more relaxing frame of mind. There are also people who create a sense of peace by reading a good book.The effective way to relieve stress for me is different from those mentioned above. I have several relaxation techniques. For examples, when stress occurs, I would take a deep breath and exhale and if possible, I would take a warm bath. They prove to be very helpful. They help me to calm down my mind and improve my response.11. Is Military Training Necessary Now?1.有人认为现在的大学生军训没必要2.有人则认为有必要3.我认为……【范文1】Whether military training is still necessary for freshmen has become a heated topic in China recently. Some people maintain that it is not and should be canceled. For one thing, military training is nothing but kind of torture, causing horrible sudden death time and again. For another, the training seems ineffective since most students resume their idling lifestyles at the end of the training.However, other peo ple believe that military training is a must for today’s spoiled youth. First of all, it makes them more likely to persistinstead of escaping in face of hardships. Second, the self-discipline and teamwork spirit students develop are invisibly valuable wealth for their future. Last but not least, it provides a good chance for students to learn more on military and broaden their horizons.Generally, I agree with those advocating for military training. However, I insist that some training programs should be modified or carried out carefully. For example, when trainees have to stand for hours in the hot sun, trainers and teachers should watch closely their physical conditions to prevent the tragedy of sudden death from happening.12. Whom Do You Turn to When in Trouble?1. 有人遇到困难时向同学、朋友求助2.有人则向老师、家长求助3.以你自己为例……【范文】Just as the saying goes: life is not all roses, all of use will need someone else’s help to deal with problems that we may encounter in our life. Here comes the question: whom will you turn to for help? Some say they will ask their classmates or friends for help, because they are peers, thus they can understand each other easily.However, others have different choices when in trouble. They are inclined to tell their teachers and parents the difficulties they are faced with. In their opinion, teachers and parents, who are much older than them, can give them a hand with their rich experience.As for me, close friends are always the people who come to my mind firstly when I am intrigued by something that can not be solved by myself. If we can not figure out a solution by our joint effort, I will go to my teachers or parents for help. With their suggestions or instructions, I can finally find the best way to cope with my troubles.13 On Self-employment of College Graduates1. 政府加大了鼓励大学毕业生自主创业的力度；2. 产生这一现象的原因；3. 我的看法是……【范文】Nowadays many college graduates set up their own companies with the fund from the government, which is part of the plans to help graduates to get employed. If graduates can put forward a creative and original plan, they will get the financial aid from the government. Our government is paying increasing attention to this program.There are many reasons responsible for this program. It is intended to stimulate college graduat es’ creativity and relieve their pressure of employment. First, there has been an expansion in universities and colleges. As a result, the rate of unemployment is on the rise in recent years because of the competitivejob market. Second, some graduate employees are not satisfied with their present jobs and their enthusiasm for work has been frustrated, so they can’t exhaust their potentials. Third, some brilliant and ambitious graduates are confronted with a shortage of start-up capital, so they find it hard to apply what they learn to practice, no matter how good their idea sounds.As far as I’m concerned, the program will not only offer opportunities to graduates but also bring back their confidence in themselves and in the future. An increasing number of graduates will benefit from this program. What is more, the development of each graduate will surely promote the development of the whole society in the long run.14.Text Messages on TV Shows1目前各类电视节目广泛使用短信参与方式2.人们对此有不同的看法3.我认为…….【范文】At present, text messages are widely used in various TV shows. From serious news programs to different kinds of entertainment programs, we can always see some interactive sessions which all include the use of text messages, such as text-message voting in Super-girls and Happy boys.Is it good or bad? Some people hold the view that it provides a convenient and relatively cheaper way for audience to participate in the program. While others think it is nothing but a method which takes advantage of the public’s curiosity and their hope of winning awards to lure them into sending lots of messages that cost them a large amount of money.As far as I’m concerned, text message is an effective medium for the audience to interact with the TV shows, which can arouse people’s passion for watching the programs, and bring benefits to the TV station as well. But when we are enjoying the merit of it, we should also take the contents and objectives of the TV programs into consideration to ensure the quality of the TV shows.15.Attending Your Classes Regularly1.大学生迟到、早退、旷课现象越来越普遍；2.保证学生的出勤率对大学教育的重要性；3.作为大学生，我们应该……【范文1】In recent years, with the admission expansion of colleges and universities, there exists a common phenomenon that an increasing number of students are late for or even absent from classes, and a few students even slip out of the classroom before the teacher end up the class. The class attendance is becoming one major problem waiting for immediate attention.There is no doubt that class attendance is of crucial importance to students’development. In the first place, if students fail to attend the class timely, they will surely miss what the teacher adds to the textbook. In the second place, theydemonstrate a lack of self-constraint which plays a vital part in their future. What is worse, they will definitely influence the smooth progress of the class, and his classmate fall victims to his violation of rule.As college students, we should bear in mind that “Well begun is half done” and “Habits make nature”. If we can develop a good habit and prevent ourselves from violating the rule, even the most trivial one, we will certainly strive straight toward the target we have in mind. We should learn to discipline ourselves on campus; otherwise we may suffer a lot in our work place in the near future. You might lose your job or opportunity if you were late.【范文】Nowadays, the phenomenon of university students being late for class, left class early and cut class has become a problem we have to face. This phenomenon is more and more common in college. And a number of students are accustomed to do it. Eventually, many students believed that university life is not perfect if you never miss class.A number of factors might contribute to the phenomenon. It is a high time that we put an end to the trend. It is important to pledge the attendance rate of students. The attendance rate of students is representing students’ learning attitude. A high attendance rate not only let students learning more knowledge but also gives some encouragement to teachers. It is beneficial for students to develop a good habit.As a college student, I had been late for class. Even though we have many reasons to do it. Obviously, it is a wrong behavior because it is bad for our study. Eventually, it wastes our time and money.16. Campus Certificate Craze1）大学生“考证热”成为潮流；2）出现这种现象的原因；3）你的看法是……【范文】If you just stop student on campus and ask him what he is busy about, chances are that he will tell you he is preparing for a certificate of some kind. Investigation points to the fact that it has become a new craze for university and college students to get more certificates.There are two main reasons for this phenomenon. To begin with, university and college students are faced with the pressure of finding a job after graduation. With the admission expansion of colleges, a lot more graduates have to compete for the limited jobs posts. How could one be more competitive? More certificates will doubtlessly impress the employers, so the students are compelled to run from one exam to another. Besides, more and more universities and colleges modify their education training which includes several creative credits. If students fail to get such credits, they can not graduate. As a result, most students choose to pursue certificates.As far as I am concerned, the students should have a more rational attitude toward certificate, because such certificates do not necessarily represent one’s ability. For me, inner ability speaks louder than certificates, which can only be compared to appearance. Opportunities only arise when you are excellent enough in your field.18. Directions：For this part，you are allowed 30 minutes to write a letter to a friend who will come to your city to see you. You should write at least 120 words following the outline given below in Chinese：假设你是李明，你的一个朋友张伟准备到你所在的城市来旅游，但你有事不能接待。

2013年6月份英语四级题目和答案

Part III Listening ComprehensionSection ADirections: In this section, you will hear 8 short conversations and2 long conversations. At the end of each conversation, one or more questions will be asked about what was said. Both the conversation and the questions will be spoken only once. After each question there will be a pause. During the pause, you must read the four choices marked A), B), C) and D), and decide which is the best answer. Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 2 with a single line through the center.11.W: What are you doing in here, Sir? Didn't you see the private sign over there?M: I'm sorry. I didn't notice it when I came in. I'm looking for the manager's office.Q: What do we learn from the conversation?12.W: Mike, what's the problem? You've known from month the report is due today.M: I know, but I'm afraid I need another few days. The data is hard to interpret than I expected.Q: What does the man mean?13.W: Excuse me, Tony. Has my parcel from New York arrived?M: Unfortunately, it's been delayed due to the bad weather.Q: What is the woman waiting for?14.W: Pam said we won't have the psychology test until the end of next week.M: Ellen, you should know better than to take Pam's words for anything.Q: What doesthe man imply about Pam?15.W: Tom, would you please watch my suitcase for a minute? I need to go make a quick phone call.M: Yeah, sure. Take your time. Our train doesn’t leave for another twenty minutes.Q: What does the man mean?16.M: Frankly, Mary is not what I'd called easy-going.W: I see. People in our neighborhood find it hard to believe she's my twin sister.Q: What does the woman imply?17.M: How soon do you think this can be cleaned?W: We have same day service, sir. You can pick up your suit after five o'clock.Q: Where does the conversation most probably take place?18.W: I really enjoy that piece you just play on the piano. I bet you get a lot of requests for it.M: You said it. People just can't get enough of it.Q: What do we learn from the conversation?Section BQuestions 19-22 are based on the conversation you have just heard.W: Good afternoon, Mr. Jones. I am Teresa Chen, and I’ll be interviewing you. How are you today?M: I am fine, thank you. And you, Miss Chen?W: Good, Thanks. Can you tell me something about your experience in this kind of work?M: Well, for several years, I managed a department for the Brownstone Company in Detroit, Michigan. Now I work part time because I also go to school at night. I’m getting a business degree.W: Oh, how interesting. Tell me, why do you want to leave your present job?M: I’ll finish school in a few months, and I’d like a full-time position with more responsibility.W: And why would you like to work for our company?M: Because I know your company’s work and I like it.W: Could you please tell me about your special skills and interests?M: Of course, I’m good at computers and I can speak Spanish. I used to take classes in Spanish at the local college. And I like travelling a lot.W: Can you give me any references?M: Yes, certainly. You can talk to Mr. McCaw, my boss, at the Brownstone Company. I could also give you the names and numbers of several of my teachers.W: All right, Mr. Jones, and would you like to ask me any questions?M: Yes, I wonder when I’ll be informed about my application for the job.W: Well, we’ll let you know as soon as possible. Let’s stay in touch. Thank you very much for coming this afternoon.M: Thank you.Questions 19-22 are based on the conversation you have just heard.19. What does the man say about his working experience?20. Why does the man want to leave his present job?21. What is the man interested in?22. What question did the man ask the woman？Questions 23-25 are based on the conversation you have just heard.M: Lisa, Lisa! Over here, darling! It's wonderful to see you. Oh, Lisa, you look marvelous.W: Oh, Paul, you look tired. Two months away in the capital? Paul, I think you've been working too hard.M: I'm fine. The city is very hot this time of the year. It's good to get back to some fresh air. You know, Lisa, what they say about pregnant women really is true.W: What's that Paul?M: They say they look beautiful.W: Well, I had a lot of tension while you've been studying hard on your course in D.C.M: Oh?W: Oh, don't worry, all from a man over 50. Father has told all his business friends the good news about the baby. And the phone hasn't stopped ringing.M: Oh, look, darling. There's a taxi.W: Paul, tell me about the special project you mentioned on the phone. You sounded very excited about it!M: You know, I've learned a lot from the project. I'm surprised that was still in business.W: That's because we have a wonderful sales manager ——you!M: Thanks. But that's not the problem at all. Lisa, our little company, and it is little compared to the giants in the city. Our little company's in danger. We are out of date.We need to expand. If we don't, we will be swallowed up by one of the giants.Questions 23-25 are based on the conversation you have just heard.23. What do we learn about Lisa?24. What do we learn about the man from the conversation?25. What does the man say about his company?Section CPassage 1Questions 26 to 29 are based on the passage you have just heard.Farmington, Utah, is a more pleasant community since a local girls' 4-H club improved Main Street. Six 4-H girls worked to clean the 72 foot curbside that was covered with weeds, rocks and trash. Each member volunteered to clean up and to dig in plot, five flats of flowers. They also took terms in watering, weeding and maintaining the plot. Participation in this project helped the girls developed a new attitude towards their parents of their own homes; they've learned how to work with tools, and improve their work habits. One mother said that before her daughter was involved in this project, she would not even pour a weed. The experience on Main Street stimulated self-improvement, and encouraged members to take pride in their home grounds and the total community. City officials cooperated with the 4-H members in planting trees, building cooking facilities, pick-me tables, swings and public rest rooms. The 4-H girls planted trees and took care of them during the early stages of growth. The total park project needed more plantings in the following years. Members of the 4-H club agreed to follow the project through to completion, because they receive satisfaction from the results of constructive work. The project is a growing one and is spread from the park to the school and the shopping center. Trees and flowers have all been planted in the shopping center, making the atmosphere pleasant.Questions 26 to 29 are based on the passage you have just heard.26. What do we learn about Main Street in Farmington?27. What do the 4-H club members do about the curbside?28. What have the 4-H girls learned from the project?29. Why do the 4-H girls agree to follow the park project through to complete.Question 30 to 32 are based on the passage you have just heard.Passage 2According to a survey on reading conducted in 2001 by the U.S. National Education Association (NEA), young Americans say reading is important, more important than computers and science. Over 50% of the 12 to 18 years old interviewed say they enjoy reading a lot. 79% find it stimulating and interesting. And 87% think it is relaxing. About 68% of those surveyed disagreed with the opinion that reading is boring or old-fashioned.Over half teenagers interviewed said they read more than ten books a year. The results also show that middle school students read more books than high schoolers. Over 66% of teens like to read fiction, such as novels and stories. Over 26% are interested in non-fiction, such history books.64% of students listed reading stories about people my own age. That's a favorite topic. Mysteries and detective stories came second on the list at 53%. Just under 50% said they were interested in reading about their own culture in tradition. Of the teenagers who participated in the survey, 49%said that libraries are where they get most of their books. However, many complain that their school libraries do not have enough up-to-date interesting books and magazines. Even though many teenagers in the US enjoy reading, they still have other interests. When asked which activity would be the most difficult to give up for a week, 48% said listening to music. TV would be difficult to give up for 25% of those surveyed.Question 30 to 32 are based on the passage you have just heard.30. What does the survey on teenager reading show?31. What books are most popular among teenagers according to the survey?32. What activity do teenagers find the most difficult to give up for a week?Questions 33-35 are based on the passage you have just heard.Passage 3Thank you for coming, everyone. Today’s presentation will show how we see the development of the motor car in the short to medium term, and that is why we have invited all of you here today. Let’s start with power. It’s clear that petrol-driven engines have no future. Already there are many alternative fuel vehicles on the market, powered by anything from solar power to natural gas. Some independent thinkers have even produced cars that run on vegetable oil. But as we all know, of all these alternative fuel vehicles, the most practical are electric vehicles. Sure, in the past electric vehicles have their problems, namely, a limited driving range, and very few recharging points, which limited their use. Now, however, recent developments in electric vehicle technology mean they can match conventional petrol engines in terms of performance and safety. Let’s not forget that electric vehicles ar e cleaner. Plus, importantly, the power source is rechargeable, so this does not involve using any valuable resources. Moving on to communications, very soon, cars will be linked to GPS satellites, so they’ll do all the driving for you. What controls remain for the users will be audio-based, so, for example, you’ll just have to say “a bit warmer”, and the air conditioning will adjust automatically. You’ll also be able to receive email, music and movies, all via an internet link. So just type in the destination you want, sit back, sleep, watch your movie, whatever.Questions 33-35 are based on the passage you have just heard.33. What is the presentation mainly about?34. What used to restrict the use of electric vehicles?35. What does the speaker say about electric vehicles of today?2013年6月大学英语四级考试Part III Listening Comprehension长对话答案+解析Conversation 1【听力原文】W: Good afternoon, Mr. Jones. I am Teresa Chen, and I’ll be interviewing you. How are you today?M: I am fine, thank you. And you, Miss Chen?Good, Thanks.W: Can you tell me something about your experiences in this kind of work?M: Well, for several years, I managed a department for the Brownstone Company in Detroit, Michigan. Now I work part time because I also go to school at night. I’m getting a business degree.W: Oh, how interesting. Tell me, why do you want to leave your present job?M: I’ll finish school in a few months, and I’d like a full-time position with more responsibility.W: And why would you like to work for our company?M: Because I know your company’s work, and I like it.W: Could you please tell me about your special skills and interests?M: Of course, I’m good at computers and I can speak Spanish. I used to take classes in Spanish at the local college. And I like travelling a lot.W: Can you give me any references?M: Yes, certainly. You can talk to Mr. McCaw, my boss, at the Brownstone Company. I could also give you the names and numbers of several of my teachers.W: All right, Mr. Jones, and would you like to ask me any questions?M: Yes, I wonder when I’ll be informed about my application for the job?W: Well, we’ll let you know as soon as possible. Let’s stay in touch. Thank you very much for coming this afternoon.M: Thank you.Questions 19-22 are based on the conversation you have just heard.19. What does the man say about his working experience?20. Why does the man want to leave his present job?21. What is the man interested in?22. What question did the man ask the woman？【总评】这是一篇以面试为场景的听力对话。

2013年 6月大学英语四级考试真题

正保远程教育旗下品牌网站美国纽交所上市公司(NYSE:DL)外语教育网外语学习的网上乐园 2013年 6月大学英语四级考试真题Total score: 710 Total time allowed: 125 minutes特注： 2013年 6月大学四级考试采用多题多卷形式，本试卷含两套写作题，考生可以任选其一。

Part I Writing (多题多卷写作题 1) (30 minutes)Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write a short essay. You should start your essay with a brief description of the picture and then express your views on the importance of doing small things before undertaking something big. You should write at least 120 words but no more than 180 words.Part I Writing (多题多卷写作题 2) (30 minutes)Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write a short essay. You should start your essay with a brief description of the picture and then express your views on the importance of reading literature. You should write at least 120 words but no more than 180 words.Part II ReadingComprehension (Skimming and Scanning) (15 minutes)。

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2013年6月英语四级模拟试卷及答案Part I Writing (30 minutes)Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write a composition on the topic." One Way to Solve the Problem. You should write at least 120 words according to the outline given below in Chinese."1.机动车被看作是空气污染的首要原因2.提出解决这一问题的方法3.并说明原因Part ⅠWritingOne Way to Solve the ProblemTo deal with the air pollution caused by vehicles in cities is a challenging job. My suggestion is to produce vehicles powered by solar energy.Compared with mineral fuels such as gasoline, solar energy is inexhaustible in supply. The growth of cities and increase of vehicles call for more supply of energy, but there is a limit to the reserve of mineral fuels. So solar energy with its endless supply is one of our solutions to energy crisis. The second advantage of solar energy is its cleanliness. Traditional vehicles operating on gasoline give of exhaust, causing damage to human health and polluting the air. From the perspective of environmental protection, solar energy is a much better choice. After the new technology becomes economically feasible, the sky over cities will be brighter, and the air will no longer be a threat to our health.Because of the two benefits of using solar energy as a new fuel, we should spend more money on the research which can make our dream come true.Part II Reading Comprehension (Skimming and Scanning)(15 minutes)Directions: In this part, you will have 15 minutes to go over the passage quickly and answer the questions on Answer Sheet 1. For questions 1-7, choose the best answer from the four choices marked E A I, I B 3, I C I and IDa. For questions 8-10, complete the sentences with the information given in the passage.About Story ReaderParents dearly hope their children learn to read well. They also hope their children learn to read quickly and easily, so that they’re ready for the demands put on them by school and the world.Kids want to learn how to read, but they also crave entertainment, whether it’s quiet and passive or dynamic and interactive. The aims of the Story Reader line of electronic books are to entertain children and to introduce them to the processof learning how to read in a gentle and enjoyable way. In this article, we’ll show you how Story Reader works and if it accomplishes that goal.Story Reader is a compact, roughly 12-inch-by-12-inch plastic case (with a carrying handle ) that opens to reveal an actual book that fits snugly into the Reader itself. Story Reader’s core feature is that it "reads" the book aloud to a child as he follows along. The child turns the pages when prompted by the Story Reader or at his own pace.Books have both text and illustrations. The electronic book responds to the child’s wishes. The Story Reader speaks the text for the current page. If the child turns back a few pages, the Reader recognizes that page and reads it again. Kids react well to this interactivity because it instills a sense of cuntrol over the story.There are Three Story Reader ProductsThe basic Story Reader, introduced in 2003, is as described above and is intended for kids three years of age and older.Each book has a small companion cartridge that slides into a port on the case and contains the audio encoded into its memory for the story.The device has a volume control but no on/off switch--a deliberate choice so kids can simply open it up and begin reading. It takes four AAA batteries (or operates on household current with an optional adaptor) and retails for around $20.Find out more information about the more than 60 titles at the Story Reader website.Early in 2006, Publications International, Ltd.--Story Reader’s publisher--introduced My First Story Reader, designed for newborns to kids up to age three. As with the original, a narrator reads the story aloud, this time from a 12-page book made from a heavier paperstock that includes sound effects and music to enliven the experience.My First Story Reader features two play modes, one with narration, the other that asks questions about the images on each page. The child can press any of three buttons to answer basic questions about shapes and colors. The last two pages ofeach My First Story Reader book features a sing-along rhyming melody. My First Story Reader retails for about $20.Late in 2006, Publications International introduced a video version of Story Reader called Story Reader Video Plus for kids up to the age of seven. Retailing for about $35, it combines a stand-alone Story Reader with an "Animated Story Mode"that plays through your television and includes a "Learning Game Mode".The Animated Story Mode works just as it sounds--when you connect it to your television through color-coded cables, the story appears on screen and changes as your child turns the pages. Kids get to the Learning Game Mode by turning to thelast page of the book. There, they can choose from five educational games. While it depends on the story, generally there are pattern games, memory games, and platform games. Similar to Nintendo games like Super Mario Brothers, in a platform game the child uses the included controller to guide him through the environment and conquer obstacles.Story Reader Video Plus isn’t a video game, technically, and Publications International bills the Story Reader line more as electronic books than toys. This reassures many parents, and it’s why Story Reader is sold in bookstores and in the book section of major retailers.What about the Educational Underpinnings of Story Reader?Studies show an alarming decline in reading rates among all age groups in America, especially among the young.Children are bombarded on a daily basis with multiple forms of entertainment that compete with traditional learning.Kids naturally emulate the adults in their lives, and seeing their parents and other family members enjoy reading is a powerful motivator. Establishing and keeping a Read-At-Home Night helps families spend time together and helps form lifelong reading habits in children.Here’s how you do it:· Set aside one night a week in your household and call it "Read-At-Home Hour"--or anything you prefer. Establish a time allotment that works for your family, for example, 30 minutes or an hour.· Minimize interruptions from the TV, computer, and video games--and turn on the telephone answering machine.· Choose one book for the entire family to read aloud together, or encourage individual family members to choose their own books to read quietly. Electronic books can work in this context, as well.· Finally, sit down, relax, and read.注意：此部分试题请在答题卡1上作答;8-10题在答题卡1上。

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2013年6月份大学英语四级作文预测题目1.Should We Help Strangers?1.有人认为帮助陌生人是一种美德;2.有人却认为帮助陌生人会给自己带来麻烦和危险;3.我认为……2.Don’t Rely Too Much on Computers1.现在许多人越来越依赖电脑;2.过分依赖电脑会带来很多问题;3.我的看法 Talent Show1.有人赞成电视选秀节目2.有人则反对3.我的观点4.Killing Time Indoors1.现在很多人业余时间喜欢“宅”在家里2.人们对这种做法有不同的看法3.我的看法5.Restrict Mobile Phone in Library1.现在有不少人在图书馆的阅览区里使用手机2.这一现象可能带来的影响3.我的看法6. My Opinion on Micro-blog1．目前越来越多人开起了“微博”2．“微博”会带来一些问题3.我的看法7.Celebrities as Products’ Spokespersons1.现在明星为产品代言的现象很普遍2. 明星代言存在的一些问题2.我的看法8.Spam Message1.目前垃圾短信泛滥2.这种现象产生的原因3.如何解决这个问题9. Internet Slang1）近年来，网络语言在青少年中很流行；2.人们对这一现象的看法不同；3.我的看法是……10. How to Relieve Stress1.现代人面临着各种压力2.人们减压的方法各异3.我的减压方法是…...11. Is Military Training Necessary Now?1.有人认为现在的大学生军训没必要2.有人则认为有必要3.我认为……12. Whom Do You Turn to When in Trouble?1. 有人遇到困难时向同学、朋友求助2.有人则向老师、家长求助3.以你自己为例……13 On Self-employment of College Graduates1. 政府加大了鼓励大学毕业生自主创业的力度；2. 产生这一现象的原因；3. 我的看法是……14.Text Messages on TV Shows1目前各类电视节目广泛使用短信参与方式2.人们对此有不同的看法3.我认为…….15.Attending Your Classes Regularly1.大学生迟到、早退、旷课现象越来越普遍；2.保证学生的出勤率对大学教育的重要性；3.作为大学生，我们应该……16. Campus Certificate Craze1）大学生“考证热”成为潮流；2）出现这种现象的原因；3）你的看法是……17. A Brief Introduction to the University假设你是一名学生志愿者，要给来你们学校参观的外国朋友介绍学校情况。

2013年6月全国大学英语四级考试历年真题含答案

2013年6月全国大学英语四级考试历年真题Part I Writing (30 minutes)注意：此部分试题在答题卡1上。

Directions:For this part,you are allowed 30 minutes to write a short easy entitled How Will Our Life Go on without Internet. You should write at least 120wordsfollowing the outline given below in Chinese:1. 很多人开始感觉离开网络寸步难行2.你对网络依赖症的看法How Will Our Life Go on without Internet_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Part II Reading Comprehension (skimming and scanning)(15 minutes) Directions: In this part, you will have 15 minutes to go over the passage quickly and answer the questions on Answer Sheet 1. For questions 1-7, choose the best answerfrom the four choices marked A), B), C) and D). For questions 8-10, completethe sentences with the information given in the passage.Time Off from Work Gains in ImportanceAmerican workers are saying they need a break. As their number of hours clocked on the job has crept higher, more time off has become a bigger priority. In the past few years,human resources experts say time off has consistently placed among the top three employee concerns, along with compensation and staffing levels, whereas it used to be farther down the list. In a poll taken online in November 2004, 39% of workers said if given the choice, they would choose time off over the equivalent in additional base salary. Of course, most of the 4,600 respondents are still opting for the bigger paycheck, but the desire for time off is up almost 20% from just three years ago when conducted a similar poll.The reasons for this shift are many and varied. Some have to do with the way a new generation is thinking about work, while others are driven by how companies are responding to recent economic pressures.A New GenerationThe results may in part represent the needs of a new breed of workers. The average American is working one month (160 hours) more each year than a generation ago. According to recruiting and human capital management expert John Sumser, younger workers work for meaning first and money second. He goes on to warn employers that these are the people who are the foundation for the next workforce and they may not buy the existing paradigm (范例). A study released in late 2004 by the New York-based Families and Work Institute concludes that the new brand of young workers is rejecting thework-centric style of their parents’ generation. The study, which examines changes in the workforce over the past 25 years, found that younger workers are more likely to be “family-centric” or “dual-centric” (with equal priorities on both career and family) rather than “work-centric” when compared to members of the Boomer Generation.September 11th and the End of the Roaring NinetiesThe impact of the terrorist attacks of September 11th cut across all age groups of the workforce. We collectively entered a new era, reevaluating life’s priorities and making changes in our attitude toward time spent at work versus hobbies and family. “I started looking at things completely differently. I’ve been far less willing to put in the 14-hour days necessary to get noticed and climb the corporate ladder,” said Tony Jackson, a 43-year-old employee of a New York City-based financial services company. “Frankly, I can’t see that changing.”Even before September 11th, some experts say the slow shift in worker attitudes was already underway due to the end of the roaring 1990’s, when hours were long and significant personal wealth was created. For those who fared well financially, some opted for careers of contract work where they could call more of the shots pertaining to (与……有关的) time off, or new occupations with greater personal rewards. For others, even if their bank accountswere not spilling over from America’s economic heyday (全盛时期), their own energy had been depleted due to unrelenting (毫不松懈的) years of work hours and high stress. They were ready for something less taxing.Families and Work Institute President and co-founder Ellen Galinsky agrees. She says the poll numbers show evidence of an increase in need for time off and a shift in thinking due to the fact that workers have been pushed to their limit in recent years. “This new generation of workers is at the edge of how long they can work. It just feels like too much. They are not slackers (懒虫); they just don’t want more,” says Galinsky.Monetary Needs Less Intense Due to Dual Income Households“We’ve decided we prefer to have more time to ourselves,” says Carol Kornhaber, a New England software programmer in her late twenties. Kornhaber and her husband are both working but have sought out jobs where they are not pressed to put in long hours. Instead, they have insisted upon eight-hour days and having enough vacation time to travel, a major interest they share. Financial pressures are eased by both of them working and keeping a careful watch on their expenses. “We are lucky in a lot of ways to have found bosses who understand our needs.”BurnoutTrying to squeeze more productivity out of workers may be nothing new, but it has become particularly acute in recent years. This has been due in large measure torecession-induced layoffs and other trends such as the rising cost of healthcare benefits. After a layoff, workers who remain behind are often asked to pick up most or even all the load of the people who were let go, requiring more and more hours at the office. As new corporate initiatives are planned, the inverse is also true. As Sumser observe s, “the additional workload, which runs across the economy from the office worker to the manufacturing line, seems to be a function of the cost of benefits. The regulations make it cheaper to add workload for existing employees than to hire new players.” T he Families and Work Institute reports that nearly one third of U.S. employees often or very often feel overworked or overwhelmed by how much work they have to do. Nearly three out of four report that they frequently dream about doing something different from their current job.Show Me the MoneyOverworked or not, the majority in the poll still chose to fatten their paycheck if given the choice. For many, it was a practical matter. Says Peggy Jones, an accountant in a Boston area business services company, “I already get three weeks a year that I can’t use up because I’m so busy. I’d definitely go for the extra money to pay somebills or make a big purchase I’ve been holding off on.” For Jones, the realities of running a household and saving up for college for her children simply need to take precedence over extra free time.Companies Are Already RespondingTo many human resources experts it is inevitable that, given the growing health of the economy and the upcoming population-driven labor shortages as the Boomer Generation moves into retirement, the pendulum of control in the employee-employer relationship will swing back to the employee side. That is expected to begin in just a few years. According to human resources expert, Larry Schumer, at , “since most companies succeed based on a motivated and capable workforce, they have offered and will continue to offer more paid flexibility, whether it be through tried and tested time-off programs or the next great idea.” Where will that new balance of employer versus employee needs lie? Time, or perhaps time off, surely will tell.1. Which of the following has been rising in importance in the past few years?A) Compensation. B) Time off. C) Right to vote. D) Staffing levels.2. According to the passage, we know that the Boomer Generation is concerned ________.A) about family and work equally B) more about workC) more about family D) about neither work nor family3. What can be inferred about Tony Jackson?A) He is 43 years old.B) He works in a financial services company.C) He has changed his life and work attitude.D) He spends 14 hours a day on his work.4. When did American workers gradually begin to change their attitudes towards work?A) After September 11. B) In November 2004.C) In late 2004. D) At the end of the roaring 1990’s.5. According to Ellen Galinsky, why did workers change their mind about work?A) They have been pushed to the limit of their working hours.B) They increased their need to enjoy life.C) They have more rights than before.D) They don’t want to work for a living.6. Carol Kornhaber and her husband don’t have too much financial pressure because ___________.A) they have parents who are richB) they don’t have children to feedC) they both have a high salaryD) they both have work and they are thrifty7. After a layoff, the employees who keep their jobs usually have to ___________.A) find another job in case they are firedB) do what their bosses tell them toC) work longer hours to avoid being firedD) do the work left by the laid-off workers8. According to , compared with three years ago, the desire for time off is up almost ________________________.9. According to the poll from , the majority of employees preferred to ________________________ if they had the choice.10. Larry Schumer said that most companies succeeded based on a motivated and capable __________________________.Part ⅢListening Comprehension (35 minutes) Section A注意：此部分试题请在答题卡2上作答。

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2013年6月英语四级考试预测试题(8)总分：710分及格：426分考试时间：120分Part I Writing（30 minutes）(1)Lectures and DiscussionsPart II Reading Comprehension （15 minutes）(1) 请根据以下内容回答{TSE}题{TS} According to the first two paragraphs, which one of the following statements is NOT TRUE?A. The number of people suffering dementia is rapidly increasing.B. The percentage of younger people with dementia is going up.C. About half a million Americans suffer from early-onset dementia.D. More and more young people are suffering from dementia.(2)What is tragic about Alzheimer's disease is that __________.A. there is no cureB. there are no warning signsC. people don't know much about itD. diagnosis is very difficult(3)Which of the following is NOT one of the symptoms that Watson-Beard had?A. She forgot about the plans she made with her husband.B. She wrote down a wrong medication dosage for a patient.C. She was worried that someone might be harmed.D. She hung up on her boss.(4)Watson-Beard couldn't remember how to do a complicated wound dressing because __________.A. she was under a great stressB. she was so sad over the death of her husbandC. Of the early-onset dementia she had been suffer inD. of her long-time conscious ignorance(5)Which of the following statements about dementia is NOT TRUE according to Dr. Marc Agronin?A. Symptoms of dementia in a young patient are evident.B. Many conditions cause similar symptoms.C. There is evidence of an increasing rate of dementia at younger ages.D. Diagnosis of dementia is difficult sometimes.(6)The reason why having dementia is financially devastating for Watson-Beard is that __________.A. she has to quit her jobB. she has no medical insuranceC. her house is in foreclosureD. she pays out of pocket for medicine(7)Namenda is__________.A. a medicine used to treat dementiaB. the author of How We AgeC. a social worker at the Alzheimer's AssociationD. an expert on dementia快速阅读（填空）(1)请根据以下内容回答{TSE}题{TS}What is remarkable about Watson-Beard is that most of the time during an interview she could__________.(2)Watson-Beard often comes across some acquaintances whom__________.(3)_________is how a man describes his elderly wife who is seriously ill with dementia.听力ABPart III Reading Comprehension （Reading in Depth）（25 minutes）(1)请根据以下内容回答{TSE}题{TS}__________(2)__________(3)__________(4)__________(5)__________(6)__________(7)__________(8)__________(9)__________(10)__________(11) 请根据以下内容回答{TSE}题{TS}The passage is primarily concerned with __________.A. presenting the sociological theory of Max WeberB. giving a brief biography of Max WeberC. explaining the importance of the term "verstehen" in Weber's theoryD. showing several areas of social life in Weber's theory(12)The author implies that Max Weber was different from Durkheim in that __________.A. Weber believed society and individuals should be studied differentlyB. in Weber's view the social changes must be studied carefullyC. Weber placed more emphasis on the motivation of people's actionsD. Weber thought individual actions are the result of society(13)According to Weber, explanations of individual actions __________.A. should relate with none other than social attributesB. should consider the person's thoughts and feelingsC. should involve a lot of systematic observationD. should be carried on at different levels of study(14)One of the reasons for the increase of rationalization is that __________.A. government had more authority than everB. intuition played a more important role in actionC. capitalism developed quicklyD. economy grew rapidly(15)The author's attitude towards Weber's theory is __________.A. praisingB. criticizingC. unclearD. objective(16) 请根据以下内容回答{TSE}题{TS}The passage mainly discusses __________.A. award-winning works of literatureB. an organization that awards artistsC. the special donation of an artistD. the individual patrons of artists(17)Which of the following can be inferred about Alice Walker's book In Love and Trouble?A. It sold more copies than The Poorhouse Fair.B. It described the author's visit to Rome.C. It was a commercial success.D. It was published after The Poorhouse Fair.(18)Each year the awards and prizes offered by the Academy-Institute total approximately __________.A. $750,000B. $35,000C. $50,000D. $12,500(19)One of the advantages of the Academy-Institute awards mentioned in the passage is that__________.A. they are subsidized by the governmentB. they are often given to unknown artistsC. they can also be given to members of the Academy-InstituteD. they influence how the National Endowment for the Arts makes its award decisions(20)The Strauss couple wished their fund could be provided for __________.A. the greatest contributor to prose literatureB. the talented but less known artistsC. the excellent and financially needy writersD. the amateur artists who had paying jobsPartIV Cloze（15 minutes）(1) 请根据以下内容回答{TSE}题{TS}A. changing upB. moving upC. breaking upD. transferring up(2)A. clearB. vagueC. brightD. mature(3)A. subjectsB. librariesC. institutionsD. universities(4)A. problemB. characterC. riddleD. mystery(5)A. extendedB. expressedC. countedD. explained(6)A. durableB. softC. realD. solid(7)A. knowledgeB. informationC. valueD. interest(8)A. infectedB. influencedC. changedD. forced(9)A. soB. butC. becauseD. yet(10)A. steadilyB. immediatelyC. subjectivelyD. hesitantly(11)A. oweB. devoteC. ownD. change(12)A. doB. takeC. haveD. get(13)A. efficientB. effectiveC. affectiveD. strong(14)A. withB. inC. onD. at(15)A. butB. soC. asD. and(16)A. breedsB. affectsC. risesD. develops(17)A. formalB. formalisticC. academicD. realistic(18)A. settlersB. immigrantsC. visitorsD. passengers(19)A. IndeedB. HoweverC. ReallyD. Luckily(20)A. put downB. got downC. carded downD. laid downPart V Translation （5 minutes）(1)___________________ (无论这些建议多有用)，they just turned a deaf ear to them，(2)Not only___________________ (他们不仅能安全地操作机器)but they can also repair them．(3)You’d better have some cash on you ___________________ (以防万一遇到紧急情况)．(4)I’m not sure whethel"1 want to take this course；___________________(我第一周可否旁听)to see if I like it?(5)He looks honest，but___________________ (外表有时是靠不住的)，aren’t they?答案和解析Part I Writing（30 minutes）(1) :Part II Reading Comprehension （15 minutes）(1) :B【答案解析】(2) :A(3) :C(4) :C(5) :C(6) :A(7) :A快速阅读（填空）(1) :speak with lucidity(2) :she can’t remember anything about(3) :Having entered some higher realm听力ABPart III Reading Comprehension （Reading in Depth）（25 minutes）(1) :O(2) :I(3) :D(4) :H(5) :M(6) :N(7) :J(8) :A(9) :C(10) :L(11) :A【答案解析】(12) :C(13) :B(14) :C(15) :D(16) :B【答案解析】(17) :D(18) :A(19) :B(20) :CPartIV Cloze（15 minutes）(1) :B【答案解析】(2) :A(3) :D(4) :B(5) :D(6) :D(7) :A(8) :B(9) :C(10) :B(11) :A(12) :B(13) :B(14) :A(15) :D(16) :A(17) :C(18) :B(19) :A(20) :DPart V Translation （5 minutes）(1) :However useful these suggestions might be/No matter how useful these suggestions might be(2) :can they one rate the machines safely/with safety(3) :in case of emergency/in case an emergency happens中大网校引领成功职业人生中大网校 “十佳网络教育机构”、 “十佳职业培训机构” 网址：(4) :may I sit in for the first week(5) :appearances are sometimes deceptive/sometimes appearances are undependable。

2013年6月份四级考试真题（附带答案解析、听力原文）

2013年6月份四级考试真题（附带答案解析、听力原文）2013年6月份四级考试真题（附带答案解析及听力原文）考试时间安排：一般在6月18日和12月17日左右大学英语四级考试流程?8：50---9：00试音时间?9：00---9：10播放考场指令，发放作文考卷?9：10取下耳机，开始作文考试?9：35发放含有快速阅读的试题册（但9：40才允许开始做）?9：40---9：55做快速阅读?9：55---10：00收答题卡一（即作文和快速阅读）?9：55---10：00重新戴上耳机，试音寻台，准备听力考试?10：00开始听力考试，电台开始放音?听力结束后完成剩余考项。

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Part ⅠWriting (30minutes)Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write a short essay entitled Excessive Packaging following the outline given below. You should write at least 120 words but no more than 180 words.1.目前许多商品存在过度包装的现象2.出现这一现象的原因3.我对这一现象的看法和建议On Excessive PackagingPart Ⅱ Reading Comprehension(Skimming and Scanning)(15minutes)Directions: In this part, you will have 15 minutes to go over the passage quickly and answer the questions on Answer sheet 1. For questions 1-7,choose the best answer from the fourchoices marked A)，B)，C）and D). For questions 8-10,complete the sentences with the information given in the passage.Small Schools RisingThis year’s list of the top 100 high schools shows that today, those with fewer students are flourishing.Fifty years ago, they were the latest thing in educational reform: big, modern, suburban high schools with students counted in the thousands. As baby boomers(二战后婴儿潮时期出生的人) came of high-school age, big schools promised economic efficiency. A greater choice of courses, and, of course, better football teams. Only years later did we understand the trade-offs this involved: the creation of excessive bureaucracies(官僚机构)，the difficulty of forging personal connections between teachers and students.SAT scores began dropping in 1963;today,on average,30% of students do not complete high school in four years, a figure that rises to 50% in poor urban neighborhoods. While the emphasis on teaching to higher, test-driven standards as set in No Child Left Behind resulted in significantly better performance in elementary(and some middle)schools, high schools for a variety of reasons seemed to have made little progress.Size isn’t everything, but it does matter, and the past decade has seen a noticeable countertrend toward smaller schools. This has been due ,in part ,to the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, which has invested $1.8 billion in American high schools, helping to open about 1,000 small schools-most of them with about 400 kids each with an average enrollment of only 150 per grade, About 500 more are on the drawing board. Districts all over the country are taking notice, along with mayors in cities like New York, Chicago and San Diego. The movement includesindependent public charter schools, such as No.1 BASIS in Tucson, with only 120 high-schoolers and 18 graduates this year. It embraces district-sanctioned magnet schools, such as the Talented and Gifted School, with 198 students, and the Science and Engineering Magnet,with383,which share a building in Dallas, as well as the City Honors School in Buffalo, N.Y., which grew out of volunteer evening seminars for students. And it includes alternative schools with students selected by lottery(抽签)，such as H-B Woodlawn in Arlington, Va. And most noticeable of all, there is the phenomenon of large urban and suburban high schools that have split up into smaller units ofa few hundred, generally housed in the same grounds that once boasted thousands of students all marching to the same band.Hillsdale High School in San Mateo, Calif, is one of those, ranking No.423—among the top 2% in the country—on Newsweek’s annual ranking of America’s top high schools. The success of small schools is apparent in the listings. Ten years ago, when the first Newsweek list based on college-level test participation was published, only three of the top 100 schools had graduating Classes smaller than 100 students. This year there are 22. Nearly 250 schools on the full ,Newsweek list of the top 5% of schools nationally had fewer than 200 graduates in 2007.Although many of Hillsdale’s students came from wealthy households, by the late 1990 average test scores were sliding and it had earned the unaffectionate nickname (绰号) “Hillsjail. ” Jeff Gilbert. A Hillsdale teacher who became principal last year, remembers sitting with other teachers watching students file out of a graduation ceremony and asking one another in a stonishment, “How did that student graduate?”So in 2003 Hillsdale remade itself into three “houses,” romantically named Florence, Marrakech and Kyoto. Each of the 300 arriving ninth graders are randomly(随机地) assigned to one of the houses. Where they will keep the same four core subject teachers for two years, before moving on to another for 11th and 12th grades. The closeness this system cultivates is reinforced by the institution of “advisory”classes Teachers meet with students in groups of 25, five mornings a week, for open-ended discussions of everything from homework problems to bad Saturday-night dates. The advisers also meet with students privately and stay in touch with parents, so they are deeply invested in the students’ success.“We’re constantly t alking about one another’s advisers,” says English teacher Chris Crockett. “If you hear that yours isn’t doing well in math, or see them sitting outside the dean’s office, it’s like a personal failure.” Along with the new structure came a more demanding academic program, the percentage of freshmen taking biology jumped from 17 to 95.“It was rough for some. But by senior year, two-thirds have moved up to physics,”says Gilbert “Our kids are coming to school in part because they know there are adults here who know them and care for them.”But not all schools show advances after downsizing, and it remains to be seen whether smaller schools will be a cure-all solution.The Newsweek list of top U.S. high schools was made this year, as in years past, according to a single metric, the proportion of students taking college-level exams.Over the years this system has come in for its share of criticism for its simplicity. But that is also its strength: it’s easy for readers to understand, and to do the arithmetic for their own schools if they’d like.Ranking schools is always controversial, and this year a group of 38 superintendents(地区教育主管)from five states wrote to ask that their schools be excluded from the calculation.“It is impossible to know which high schools are ‘the best’ in the nation, ”their letter read. in part. “Determining whether different schools do or don’t offer a high quality of education requires a look at man different measures, including students’ overall academic accomplishments and their subsequent performance in college. And taking into consideration the unique needs of their communities.”In the end, the superintendents agreed to provide the data we sought, which is, after all, public information. There is, in our view, no real dispute here, we are all seeking the same thing, which is schools that better serve our children and our nation by encouraging students to tackle tough subjects under the guidance of gifted teachers. And if we keep working toward that goal, someday, perhaps a list won’t be nec essary.注意：此部分试题请在答卡1上作答.1． Fifty years ago. big. Modern. Suburban high schools were established in the hope of __________.A) ensuring no child is left behindB) increasing economic efficiencyC) improving students’ performance on SATD)providing good education for baby boomers2. What happened as a result of setting up big schools?A)Teachers’ workload increased.B)Students’ performance declined.C)Administration became centralized.D)Students focused more on test scores.3.What is said about the schools forded by the Bill andMelinda Gates foundation?A)They are usually magnet schools.B)They are often located in poor neighborhoods.C)They are popular with high-achieving students.D)They are mostly small in size.4.What is most noticeable about the current trend in high school education?A)Some large schools have split up into smaller ones.B)A great variety of schools have sprung up in urban and suburban areas.C)Many schools compete for the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation funds.D)Students have to meet higher academic standards.5.Newsweek ranked high schools according to .A)their students’ academic achievementB)the number of their students admitted to collegeC)the size and number of their graduating classesD)their college-level test participation6.What can we learn about Hillsdale’s students in the late 1990s?A)They were made to study hard like prisoners.B)They called each other by unaffectionate nicknames.C)Most of them did not have any sense of discipline,D)Their school performance was getting worse.7.According to Jeff Gilbert, the “advisory” classes at Hillsdale were set up so that students could .A)tell their teachers what they did on weekendsB)experience a great deal of pleasure in learningC)maintain closer relationships with their teachersD)tackle the demanding biology and physics courses8. is still considered a strength of Newsweek’s school ranking system in spite of the criticism it receives.9.According to the 38 superintendents, to rank schools scientifically, it is necessary to use .10.To better serve the children and our nation, schools students totake .Part Ⅲ Listening Comprehension (35minutes)Section ADirections: in this section you will hear 8 short conversations, one or more questions will be asked about what was said. Both the conversation and the questions will be spoken only once. After each question there will be a pause. During the pause, you must read the four choices marked A)、B）、C）and D)、and decide which is the best answer. Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer sheet 2 with a single line through the centre.注意：此部分试题请在答案卡2上作案。

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2013年6月英语四级考试预测试题(6)总分：710分及格：426分考试时间：120分Part I Writing（30 minutes）(1)Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write a short essay entitled Food Contamination following the outline given below. You should write at least 120 words but no more than 180 words.1．食品污染事件频发2．食品污染事件的危害3．解决问题的办法Food Contamination____________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________ __Part II Reading Comprehension （15 minutes）(1)根据以下资料，回答{TSE}题：James Cameron: Earth's Deepest Spot Desolate, Foreboding“The last frontier on Earth is out—of-this—world，desolate(荒芜的)，foreboding(有不祥预感的)，and moon—like", James Cameron said after diving to the deepest part of the ocean.And he loved it."My feeling was one of complete isolation from all of humanity," Cameron said Monday, shortly after returning from the strange cold dark place 7 miles below the western Pacific Ocean that only two men have been to. "I felt like I literally, in the space of one day, had gone to another planet and come back. It' s been a very surreal day. "Cameron, whose imagination of alien worlds yielded the blockbuster ( 大片) movie Avatar, said there was one thing he promised to himself: He wanted to drink in how unusual it is.He didn't do that when he first dove to the watery grave of the Titanic, and Apollo astronauts have said they never had time to savor ( 品尝)where they were."There had to be a moment where I just stopped, and took it in, and said, 'This is where I am; I'm at the bottom of the ocean, the deepest place on Earth. What does that mean?'" Cameron told reporters during a Monday conference call after spending three hours at the bottom of the Mariana Trench, nearly 7 miles down."I just sat there looking out the window, looking at this barren (贫瘠的), desolate lunar plain, appreciating,"Cameron said.He also realized how alone he was, with that much water above him."It's really the sense of isolation, more than anything, realizing how tiny you are down in this big vast black unknown and unexplored place," Cameron said.Cameron said he had hoped to see a strange deep sea monster like a creature that would excite the storyteller in him and seem like out of his movies, but he didn't.He didn't see tracks of small primitive sea animals on the ocean floor as he did when he dove more than 5 miles deep weeks ago. All he saw were voracious (贪吃的) shrimp-like critters that weren't bigger than an inch.In future missions, Cameron plans to bring "bait"--like chicken---to set out.Cameron said the mission was all about exploration, science and discovery. He is the only person to dive there solo, using a sub (潜水艇)he helped design. He is the first person to reach that depth-- 35,576 feet –since it was initially explored in 1960.There had been race to the bottom among rich and famous adventurers. Sir Richard Branson of Virgin Industries has been building his own one-man sub to explore the depths of the ocean. Branson told the Associated Press that Cameron's dive was "a fantastic achievement. "Branson said he hoped to explore a different deep place first now, instead of the Mariana Trench. He planned later this year to dive to the deepest part of the Atlantic, the Puerto Rican trench, which is only five miles from his home. That area is just of six miles deep and has not been explored yet.Branson said he hopes to take his one-man sub and join Cameron in a tandem(一前一后的)dive of solo subs: "Together, we'll make a formidable team. "Cameron spent more than three hours at the bottom, longer than the 20 minutes Don Walsh and Jacques Piccard spent in the only other visit 52 years ago. But his time there was shorter than the six hours he had hoped for and he didn't reach the trench walls, because he was running low on power. He said he would return, as would the sub's Australian co-designer, Ran Allure."I see this as the beginning," Cameron said. "It's not a one-time deal and then moving on. This is the beginning of opening up this new frontier. ""To me, the story is in the people in their quest and curiosity and their attempt to understand," Cameron said.He spent time filming the Mariana Trench, which is about 200 miles southwest of the Pacific island of Guam.The trip down to the deepest point took two hours and 36 minutes.His return aboard his 12-ton, lime-green(浅黄绿色的)sub called Deepsea Challenger was a "faster-than-expected 70-minute ascent," according to National Geographic, which sponsored the expedition. Cameron is a National Geographic explorer-in-residence.The only thing that went wrong was the hydraulics(液压装置on the system to collect rocks and critters to bring them back’to land. Just as he was about to collect his first sample, a leak in the hydraulic fluid sprayed into the water and he couldn't bring anything back.When Cameron climbed into his sub, it was warm because it was near the equator and his cramped ( 狭窄) vehicle--his head hit one end and his feet the other--was toasty ( 温暖舒适的) because of the heat given off by electronics. It felt "like a sauna (桑拿浴)" with temperatures of more than 100 degrees Fahrenheit, he said.But as he plunged into the deep, the temperature outside the sub dropped to around 36 degrees Fahrenheit, he said.The pressure on the sub was immense--comparable to three SUVs resting on a toe. The super-strong sub shrank three inches under that pressure, Cameron said."It's a very weird environment," Cameron said. "I can't say it's very comfortable. And you can't stretch out. "{TS}According to this passage, the blockbuster movie Avatar was __________.A. inspired by Cameron's trip to the Earth's deepest spotB. the result of Cameron's imagination of alien worldsC. inspired by Cameron's dive to the watery grave of the TitanicD. the result of Cameron's extensive reading(2)Cameron stopped for a while during the trip __________.A. so he could save the power and dive deeperB. because he wanted to collect rocks and crittersC. to meditate on the meaning of lifeD. just to feel the amazing moment(3)When staying at the dark and mysterious bottom of the ocean, Cameron's strongest feeling was that __________.A. he was out of the worldB. he was moon-walkingC. he was totally isolatedD. everything was quite huge except himself(4)During Cameron's stay at the bottom of the 7-mile-deep sea, the only thing he saw was __________.A. various strange fishes he had never seenB. some small creatures that ate a lotC. some unknown small primitive sea animalsD. many sunken wrecks(5)Why is Cameron's diving a significant one?A. He is the first person to reach that depth.B. He is the person who stays for the longest time down there.C. Many important discoveries are made by him.D. He is the only diver who designs his own sub.(6)Sir Branson hopes to explore a sea area __________.A. where no one has ever visitedB. different from the area Cameron has been toC. which belongs to the Atlantic OceanD. which is near his home(7)What kept Cameron from reaching the trench walls?A. He didn't bring any bait.B. The sub was too cramped.C. He was afraid of running out of the power.D. Ron Allum advised him not to do that.快速阅读（填空）(1)The sponsor of Cameron's trip down to the Mariana Trench was______________.(2)Before the diving began, the sub was warm and comfortable because it was near the equator and the electronics______________.(3)In deep ocean, the pressure was immense, and even Cameron's strongly-built sub______________.听力ABPart III Reading Comprehension （Reading in Depth）（25 minutes）(1)根据以下资料，回答{TSE}题：Section ADirections: In this section, there is a passage with ten blanks. You are required to select one word for each blank from a list of choices given in a word bank following the passage. Read the passage through carefully before making your choices. Each choice in the bank is identified by a letter. Please mark the corresponding letter for each item on Answer Sheet 2 with a single line through the centre. You may not use any of the words in the bank more than once.Questions 47 to 56 are based on the following passage.Women in 2011 made no significant gains in winning more top US business jobs, according to a study, but he head of the study said women are poised to make 47 in the year ahead.The number of women who were board directors, corporate officers or top earners at Fortune 500 companies remained 48 unchanged, said the study by Catalyst, a nonprofit group that 49 opportunities for women in business.The percentage of companies with women on the board of directors was 15.1 percent this year, compared with 14.8 percent in 2010, Catalyst said.Also, the percentage of corporate officer positions 50 by women was 15.7 percent in 2011 and 15.4 percent in 2010, it said. The percentage of top earners in 2011 who were women was 6.2 percent, compared to 6.7 percent in 2010, it said.The research on the Fortune 500 companies was 51 on data as of March 31, 2011. The slight changes in the numbers are not considered 52 significant, Catalyst said.Nevertheless, given the changes in U.S. politics, the future for women in business looks more 53 , said Ilene Lang, president and chief executive 54 of Catalyst."Overall we're 55 to see change next year," Lang said. "When we look at shareholders, decision makers,the general public, they're looking for change. ""What they're basically saying is, 'Don't give us 56 of the status quo(现状). Get new ideas in there, get some fresh faces.'" she said.A．officer I．essentiallyB．changes J．stridesC．based K．promotesD．positions L．statisticallyE．moreM．confusedF．promising N．heldG．businesslike O．expectingH．surveying{TS}47._________________(2)48._________________(3)49._________________(4)50._________________(5)51._________________(6)52._________________(7)53._________________(8)54._________________(9)55._________________(10)56._________________(11)根据以下资料，回答{TSE}题：Without regular supplies of some hormones our capacity to behave would be seriously impaired; without others we would soon die. Tiny amounts of some hormones can modify our moods and our actions, our inclination to eat or drink, our aggressiveness or submissiveness ( 顺从), and our reproductive and parental behavior. And hormones do more than influence adult behavior; early in life they help to determine the development of bodily form and may even determine an individual's behavioral capacities. Later in life the changing outputs of some endocrine ( 内分泌) glands (腺体) and the body's changing sensitivity to some hormones are essential aspects of the phenomena of munication within the body and the consequent integration of behavior were considered the exclusive province of the nervous system up to the beginning of the present century. The emergence of endocrinology (内分泌学) as a separate discipline can probably be traced to the experiments of Bayliss and Starling on the hormonessecreting. This substance is secreted from cells in theintestinal ( 肠的) walls when food enters the stomach; it travels through the bloodstream and stimulates the pancreas ( 胰) to liberate pancreatic juice, which aids in digestion. By showing that special cells secret chemical agents that are conveyed by the bloodstream and regulate distant target organs or tissues, Bayliss and Starling demonstrated that chemical integration can occur without participation of the nervous system.The term "hormone" was first used with reference to secreting. Starling derived the word from the Greek hormone, meaning "to excite or set in motion". The term "endocrine" was introduced shortly thereafter."Endocrine" is used to refer to glands that secrete products into the bloodstream. The term "endocrine" contrasts with "exocrine (外分泌)", which is applied to glands that secrete their products through ducts (导管) to the site of action. Examples of exocrine glands are the tear glands, the sweat glands, and the pancreas, which secretes pancreatic juice through a duct into the intestine. Exocrine glands are also called duct glands, while endocrine glands are called ductless glands.{TS}The author's main purpose in this passage is to__________.A. explain the specific functionsB. provide general information about hormonesC. explain how the term "hormone" evolvedD. report on experiments in endocrinology(12)What conclusion can we draw from the passage?A. The human body requires a large amount of hormones.B. Synthetic hormones can replace a person' s natural supply of hormones if necessary.C. The quantity of hormones produced and their effect on the body are related to a person's age.D. The short child of tall parents probably had a hormone deficiency early in life.(13)The word "liberate" (Line 5, Paragraph 2 ) could be best replaced by __________.A. emancipateB. dischargeC. surrenderD. save(14)It can be inferred from the passage that, before the experiments of Bayliss and Starling, most people believedthat chemical integration occurred only__________.A. during sleepB. in the endocrine glandsC. under control of the nervous systemD. during strenuous exercise(15)According to the passage, another term for exocrine glands is__________.A. duct glandsB. endocrineC. ductless glandsD. intestinal glands(16)根据以下资料，回答{TSE}题：Americans are proud of their variety and individuality, yet they love and respect few things more than a uniform, whether it is the uniform of an elevator operator or the uniform of a five-star general. Why are uniforms so popular in the United States?Among the arguments for uniforms, one of the first is that in the eyes of most people they look more professional than civilian clothes. People have become conditioned to expect superior quality from a man who wears a uniform. The television repairman who wears a uniform tends to inspire more trust than one who appears in civilian clothes. Faith in the skill of a garage mechanic is increased by a uniform. What easier way is there for a nurse, a policeman, a barber, or a waiter to lose professional identity than to step out of uniform?Uniforms also have many practical benefits. They save on other clothes. They save on laundry bills. They are tax-deductible ( 可减税的). They are often more comfortable and more durable than civilian clothes.Primary among the arguments against uniforms is their lack of variety and the consequent loss of individuality experienced by people who must wear them. Though there are many types of uniforms, the wearer of any particular type is generally stuck with it, without change, until retirement. When people look alike, they tend to think, speak, and act similarly, on the job at least.Uniforms also give rise to some practical problems. Though they are long-lasting, often their initial expense is greater than the cost of civilian clothes. Some uniforms are also expensive to maintain, requiring professional dry cleaning rather than the home laundering possible with many types of civilian clothes.{TS}It is surprising that Americans who worship variety and individuality __________.A. still judge a man by his clothesB. hold the uniform in such high regardC. enjoy having a professional identityD. will respect an elevator operator as much as a general in uniform(17)People are accustomed to thinking that a man in uniformA. suggests quality workB. discards his social identityC. appears to be more practicalD. looks superior to a person in civilian clothes(18)The chief function of a uniform is to __________.A. provide practical benefits to the wearerB. make the wearer catch the public eyeC. inspire the wearer's confidence in himselfD. provide the wearer with a professional identity(19)According to the passage, people wearing uniforms __________.A. are usually helpfulB. have little or no individual freedomC. tend to lose their individualityD. enjoy greater popularity(20)The best title for this passage would be __________.A. Uniforms and SocietyB. The Importance of Wearing a UniformC. Practical Benefits of Wearing a UniformD. Advantages and Disadvantages of UniformsPartIV Cloze（15 minutes）(1)根据以下资料，回答{TSE}题：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 Answer Sheet 2 with a single line through the centre.It has always been difficult for me to decide whether "popular music" means music written for the people or is simply music that the people like. The sameproblem of definition 67 with jazz. So many different 68 of "music have been called jazz at one time or another that it is 69 to say what it really is.Jazz has always been 70 to be black music but when I first 71 an interest in it, I used to hear white bands playing music that was like Louis Armstrong's inthe 1920s. I found out 72 that they learnt to do this by playing his records 73 until their style was close enough to his for them to 74 him.Since then white singers 75 Bob Dylan have rediscovered their own folk 76 , instead of borrowing from black roots. But the main changes 77 1960 have been social and technical. One is that young people have more money to spend on 78 at an earlier age than they 79 , so Tin Pan Alley, the "pop" music industry, 80 at teenage audience. 81 is that electronic equipment has developed to such an 82 that technicians are now capable of mixing sound to produce recordings that are quite different from a 83 performance.But the real problem with "pop" music is that TinPan Alley has always worked against its being a 84 music of the people. It 85 everything original and natural out of it and 86 it with cheap commercial imitations. As the American folk singer, Woody Guthrie, said: "They've always preferred the second rate songs. They've never wanted to play the good ones. "{TS} A．takesA. existsB. startsC. correlates(2)A. groupsB. fieldsC. typesD. definitions(3)A. simpleB. freeC. interestingD. hard(4)A. advisedB. regardedC. consideredD. agreed(5)A. beganB. startedC. tookD. had(6)A. afterwardsB. henceC. thereforeD. however(7)A. once againB. over and over againC. more and more timesD. the most times possible(8)A. followB. imitateC. honourD. remember(9)A. asB. likeC. for exampleD. for instance(10)A. achievementB. gloryC. traditionD. customs(11)A. beforeB. afterwardsC. sinceD. during(12)A. televisionB. moviesC. booksD. records(13)A. usedB. used toC. usually hadD. would(14)A. aimsB. agreesC. shootsD. flies(15)A. The latestB. AnotherC. The nextD. The following(16)A. extantB. extensionC. expanseD. extent(17)A. aliveB. livelyC. liveD. living(18)A. genuineB. artificialC. trueD. original(19)A. getsB. takesC. drawsD. makes(20)A. alternatesB. changesC. providesD. substitutesPart V Translation （5 minutes）(1)The substance does not dissolve in water_________________________ (不管是否加热)．(2)It is impossible mat_____________________(她能按时还钱)．(3)We need to______________________(考虑我们这样做的后果)．(4)Under no circumstances and at no time______________(我们都不会首先使用核武器)．(5)_________________(与偏远贫穷地区的学生相比)，students in big cities have access to bettereducational resources．答案和解析Part I Writing（30 minutes）(1) :【范文】Food ContaminationTime and again, we are bombarded with the news about food contamination--Some profit-oriented businessmen use cheap, and often inedible chemical substances in the food production. The general public has heard a lot of this and some of them have even suffered from food contamination themselves.Stories with food contamination are innumerable. Lovely newborns were deprived of their health by tainted milk powder. Many chronic and incurable diseases resulted from certain contaminated foods. With food contamination cases popping up now and then, the general public often finds their health has been unknowingly harmed for a long time, and begins to doubt the credibility of the whole society, thus the damage done by food contamination becomes more psychological than physiological.To deal with this problem, the first and foremost thing would be to wake up the moral conscience of the unscrupulous food-producers. Secondly, stricter laws and quality standards should be implemented. Last but not least, supervisory departments should perfect the inspection mechanism. If these moves are carried Out, the general public will have a greater prospect of enjoying safe foods.【译文】食品污染我们经常被食品污染的新闻连番轰炸——某些只追求利益的商家将价格低廉的、往往不可食用的化工原料添加到所生产的食品中。