西安石油大学357英语翻译基础2018考研真题
西安石油大学大一下学期英语试题1
Unit 4Cloze 2 (2---4A)(1)Flight 830. Departure10:45 p.m.__1__ first glance, this is just another __2__ flight to Los Angeles, California. __3__ for 38 young passengers between fifteen and eighteen years of age, it is the start of a new experience: they will spend 10 months of their lives studying __4__, far from their families.Every year the United States is __5__ to an average of 78,000 foreign high school level students, __6__ 3,000 are Brazilian. All of them go for the same reasons -- __7__ fluent in English, __8__ high school, and __9__ everything they can about the American way of life. At the end of each semester, __10__ the students pass final exams, American authorities grant a certificate, which is recognized in Brazil.1. A) On B) At C) By D) To2. A) ordinary B) common C) routine D) frequent3. A) Whichever B) Still C) Although D) Yet4. A) abroad B) aboard C) board D) boarding5. A) home B) host C) house D) family6. A) of them B) by them C) of which D) by which7. A) become B) becoming C) became D) to become8. A) to complete B completed C) complete D) completing9.A) understand B) to understand C) understanding D) to understand10.A) so far B) as long as C) in the event of D) in order thatUnit 4Cloze 1 (2---4A)Things, as they say, are not always so easy. Even young students who plan on staying in the United States just long enough to finish two semesters of high school have difficulty __1__ a host family. Very few arrive in the country __2__ all the details worked out. Gloria Marcato is one of the lucky ones. Before leaving, she had received two letters and some photos of her new “parents”. “I think it all depends,”says Gloria. “on how you answer the __3__sent by the overseas study company here in Brazil. American families, which host foreign students, are not paid, __4__ they are allowed a small income tax deduction.Each teenager is expected to __5__ his or her own expenses for articled __6__ personal use, entertainment, long-distance telephone calls and clothing. __7__ this, they should budget between $200 to $300 a month. In the __8__ of illness, each student has a medical assistance card. Health insurance does not include AIDs, abortion and suicide, nor dental and eyesight bill.Basically, most students leave knowing they will have to do __9__ their accustomed parental protection and learn to take care of themselves. However, no one packs his or her bags alone. Parents always give suggestions, or even __10__ the task themselves. The youngsters frequently show their lack of practices. They take along unnecessary items.1. A) to find B) finding B) find D) have found2. A) from B) in C) with D) on3. A) arrangement B) convenience C) mission D) survey4. A) though B) despite C) therefore D) as5. A) afford B) cover C) grant D) adopt6. A) to B) up C) for D) by7. A) As B) Towards B) Upon D) Over8. A) incident B) happening C) occurrence D) event9. A) through B) beyond C) without D) behind10. A) take on B) take in C) take to D) take upUnit 4Cloze 3 (2---4B)We are in Montreal, in an echoing, dark train station, and we are squeezed together on a bench waiting for someone to give us some guidance. __1__, a man speaking broken Polish approaches us, takes us to the ticket window, and then helps us __2__ our train. And __3__ begins yet another segment of this longest journey--__4__ the longer because we don’t exactly know when it will end, when we’ll reach our destination. We only know that Vancouver is very far away.The people on the train look at us indirectly, and avoid __5__ nearby. This may be __6__ we’ve brought suitcases full of dried cake, canned sardines, and sausages, __7__ would keep during the long journey. We don’t know about dining cars, and __8__ we discover that this train has __9__ a thing, we can hardly afford to go there once a day __10__ the few dollars that my father has brought with him. Two dollars could a bicycle, or several pairs of shoes in Poland. It seems like a tremendous sum to pay for four bowls of soup.1. A) Reluctantly B) Progressively C) Inevitably D) Eventually2. A) involve B) board C) stride D) occupy3. A) furthermore B) accordingly C) so D) moreover4. A) much B) merely C) rather D) all5. A) to sit B) sit C) sitting D) sat6. A) because B) why C) how D) where7. A) what B) which C) who D) this8. A) when B) where C) although D) whether9. A) quite B) such C) somewhat D) certain10. A) at B) by C) on D) in。
2018年桂林电子科技大学考研试题357英语翻译基础
2018年桂林电子科技大学硕士研究生入学考试试题科目代码：357科目名称：英语翻译基础注意：答案必须全部写在考点提供的答题纸上，写在试题上无效；答案要标注题号，答题纸要填写姓名和考号，并标注页码与总页数；交卷时，将答题纸与试题一起装入原试卷袋，用我校提供的密封条密封并签名I.Translate the following terms into Chinese.(15points,1point for each)1.CPPCC2.GMY3.NATO4.spill the milk5.individual income tax6.money bill7.good governance8.for good and all9.deadhours10.delicate living11.to take French leave12.omission13.whole foreign-owned enterprisete payment penalty15.real estateII.Translate the following terms into English.(15points,1point for each)1.产权证2.入境签证3.家常豆腐4.牛仔服5.自助餐6.特困生7.基本工资8.地方保护主义9.物质文明10.获得感11.顶层设计12.社会主义核心价值观13.一带一路14.合作共赢15.宰客III.Translate the following passage into Chinese.(60points)The Old Man and His Three Sonsbrave,dutiful and An old man had three sons.The eldest was an extraordinary sailor—tough, adventurous.The old man loved him indeed,thinking he was the kind of son for a father to be proud of.But caught in a tempest on the sea,this tough and brave son of his was engulfed in the stormy waves.His second son was a strong coal miner,stronger than the other miners.No hard work could ever fatigue him.Besides,he was honest and trustworthy,willing to help others.Therefore,his fellow miners,especially the young ones,sought for his friendship and took pleasure in beinggreat compensation for the loss of his friends with him.His father cherished him as a godsend—ａeldest son.But unfortunately,he also lost his life in a brave act of self-sacrifice.One day,when he was working down the pit,the props,damaged,gave way and the pit caved in.he grasped one prop that was about to fall and held fast to it.Many of the miners got out of danger,but he was crushed in the pit.There were no words to describe how grieved the old man was.Soon he became weak and flabby.However,he had another son—the y oungest one—to fall back on.This time he changed his mind.He did not encourage him to become a hero,becausehe could no longer stand the poignancy of losing his last child.He sighed,“Ｉwould rather he be a mediocrity than a talented person losing his life.”He set about educating him in such a way that even old women would not adopt inlet educating their granddaughters.And this son of his turned out to be very obedient—hedidn’ｔhim down.In other words,he became a weak,selfish and worthless person.It was not until then that the old man found himself a sad and most unfortunate man he had never been before.He was full of remorse for the mistake he had made.He said in a tone filled with anger and pity for his son,“This i s what is called good-for-nothing.He has now become the very kind of person I dislike.I am to blame though,for I’ve made him like this with my own doing.Ah,I wonder if life has any meaning to such a creature,though he is not drowned in the sea,nor buried in the pit.The old man could not bring himself to love his son any more,for he could only love stormy seas,lofty mountains and heroic people like his first two sons.Being a father,he was now sufferingpunishment brought on himself for ruining his youngest son as a result of from a broken heart—ａhis own mistake.IV.Translate the following passage into English.(60points)丝绸之路丝绸之路是公元前2世纪开始出现的一条联系中国和欧亚大陆的贸易通道。
2018年桂林电子科技大学考研试题357英语翻译基础
2018年桂林电子科技大学硕士研究生入学考试试题科目代码：357科目名称：英语翻译基础注意：答案必须全部写在考点提供的答题纸上，写在试题上无效；答案要标注题号，答题纸要填写姓名和考号，并标注页码与总页数；交卷时，将答题纸与试题一起装入原试卷袋，用我校提供的密封条密封并签名I.Translate the following terms into Chinese.(15points,1point for each)1.CPPCC2.GMY3.NATO4.spill the milk5.individual income tax6.money bill7.good governance8.for good and all9.dead hours10.delicate living11.to take French leave12.omission13.whole foreign-owned enterprisete payment penalty15.real estateII.Translate the following terms into English.(15points,1point for each)1.产权证2.入境签证3.家常豆腐4.牛仔服5.自助餐6.特困生7.基本工资8.地方保护主义9.物质文明10.获得感11.顶层设计12.社会主义核心价值观13.一带一路14.合作共赢15.宰客III.Translate the following passage into Chinese.(60points)The Old Man and His Three SonsAn old man had three sons.The eldest was an extraordinary sailor—tough,brave,dutiful and adventurous.The old man loved him indeed,thinking he was the kind of son for a father to be proud of.But caught in a tempest on the sea,this tough and brave son of his was engulfed in the stormy waves.His second son was a strong coal miner,stronger than the other miners.No hard work could ever fatigue him.Besides,he was honest and trustworthy,willing to help others.Therefore,his fellow miners,especially the young ones,sought for his friendship and took pleasure in being friends with him.His father cherished him as a godsend—a great compensation for the loss of his eldest son.But unfortunately,he also lost his life in a brave act of self-sacrifice.One day,when he was working down the pit,the props,damaged,gave way and the pit caved in.he grasped one prop that was about to fall and held fast to it.Many of the miners got out of danger,but he was crushed in the pit.There were no words to describe how grieved the old man was.Soon he became weak and flabby.However,he had another son—the youngest one—to fall back on.This time he changed his mind.He did not encourage him to become a hero,because he could no longer stand the poignancy of losing his last child.He sighed,“I would rather he be a mediocrity than a talented person losing his life.”He set about educating him in such a way that even old women would not adopt in educating their granddaughters.And this son of his turned out to be very obedient—he didn’t let him down.In other words,he became a weak,selfish and worthless person.It was not until then that the old man found himself a sad and most unfortunate man he had never been before.He was full of remorse for the mistake he had made.He said in a tone filled with anger and pity for his son,“This is what is called good-for-nothing.He has now become the very kind of person I dislike.I am to blame though,for I’ve made him like this with my own doing.Ah,I wonder if life has any meaning to such a creature,though he is not drowned in the sea,nor buried in the pit.The old man could not bring himself to love his son any more,for he could only love stormy seas,lofty mountains and heroic people like his first two sons.Being a father,he was now suffering from a broken heart—a punishment brought on himself for ruining his youngest son as a result of his own mistake.IV.Translate the following passage into English.(60points)丝绸之路丝绸之路是公元前2世纪开始出现的一条联系中国和欧亚大陆的贸易通道。
北京外国语大学(357)英语翻译基础2018年真题
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There were competing narratives on whether agriculture was becoming more desirable to young people as a result. Participants felt that these developments were making agriculture more and more profitable and therefore more appealing. But they felt that there was a huge obstacle in engaging in it —scarcity of land. Although the dominant view was that young people are disinterested in agriculture, some participants pointed out that this was not always the case.
2018考研英语一真题及答案解析.docx
2018 年考研英语一真题原文及答案解析完整版2018 年全国硕士研究生入学统一考试英语( 一 )Section I Use of EnglishDirections:Read the following text. Choose the best word (s) for each numberedblank and mark A, B, C or D on the ANSWER SHEET. (10 points)Trust is a tricky business. On the one hand, it's a necessary condition 1many worthwhile things: child care, friendships, etc. On the other hand,putting your 2, in the wrong place often carries a high 3.4, why do we trust at all? Well, because it feels good. 5 people placetheir trust in an individual or an institution, their brains release oxytocin, ahormone that 6 pleasurable feelings and triggers the herding instruct thatprompts humans to 7 with one another. Scientists have found that exposure8 this hormone puts us in a trusting 9: In a Swiss study, researchers sprayed oxytocininto the noses of half the subjects; those subjects wereready to lend significantly higher amounts of money to strangers thanwere their 10 who inhaled something else.11 for us, we also have a sixth sense for dishonesty that may 12 us. ACanadian study found that children as young as 14 months can differentiate13 a credible person and a dishonest one. Sixty toddlers were each 14 to anWhat s inhere? ” before looking into the container, smiling, and exclaiming,“ Wow!Each subject was then invited to look 15. Half of them found a toy; theother half 16 the container was empty-and realized the tester had 17 them.Among the children who had not been tricked, the majority were 18 tocooperate with the tester in learning a new skill, demonstrating that theytrusted his leadership.19, only five of the 30 children paired with the “ 20” tester participated in a follow-up activity.1.[A] on [B] like [C] for [D] from2.[A] faith [B] concern [C] attention [D] interest3.[A] benefit [B] debt [C] hope [D] price4.[A] Therefore [B] Then [C] Instead [D] Again5.[A]Until [B] Unless [C] Although [D] When6.[A] selects [B] produces [C] applies [D] maintains7.[A] consult [B] compete [C] connect [D] compare8.[A] at [B] by [C]of [D]to9.[A] context [B] mood [C] period [D] circle10.[A] counterparts [B] substitutes [C] colleagues [D]supporters11.[A] Funny [B] Lucky [C] Odd [D] Ironic12.[A] monitor [B] protect [C] surprise [D] delight13.[A] between [B] within [C] toward [D] over14.[A] transferred [B] added [C] introduced [D] entrusted15.[A] out [B] back [C] around [D] inside16.[A] discovered [B] proved [C] insisted [D] .remembered17.[A] betrayed [B]wronged [C] fooled [D] mocked18.[A] forced [B] willing [C] hesitant [D] entitled19.[A] In contrast [B] As a result [C] On the whole [D] For instance20.[A] inflexible [B] incapable [C] unreliable [D] unsuitableSection II Reading ComprehensionPart ADirections:Read the following four texts. Answer the questions below each text bychoosing A, B, C or D. Mark your answers on the ANSWER SHEET. (40 points)Text 1Among the annoying challenges facing the middle class is one thatwill probably go unmentioned in the next presidential campaign: Whathappens when the robots come for their jobs?Don't dismiss that possibility entirely. About half of U.S. jobs are at highrisk of being automated, according to a University of Oxford study, with themiddle class disproportionately squeezed.Lower-income jobs like gardening or day care don't appeal to robots. But many middle-class occupations-trucking,financial advice,software engineering—have aroused their interest, or soon will. The rich own the robots, so they willbe fine.This isn't to be alarmist. Optimists point out that technological upheavalhas benefited workers in the past. The Industrial Revolution didn't go so wellfor Luddites whose jobs were displaced by mechanized looms, but it eventually raised living standards and created more jobs than it destroyed.Likewise,automation should eventually boost productivity,stimulate demand by driving down prices, and free workers from hard, boring work.But in the medium term, middle-class workers may need a lot of help adjusting.The first step,as Erik Brynjolfsson and Andrew McAfee argue in The Second Machine Age,should be rethinking education and job training. Curriculums—from grammar school to college- should evolve to focus lesson memorizing facts and more on creativity and complex communication.Vocational schools should do a better job of fostering problem-solving skillsand helping students work alongside robots.Online education can supplement the traditional kind. It could make extra training andinstruction affordable. Professionals trying to acquire new skills will beable to do so without going into debt.The challenge of coping with automation underlines the need for the U.S.to revive its fading business dynamism: Starting new companies must bemade easier. In previous eras of drastic technological change, entrepreneurs smoothed the transition by dreaming up ways to combinelabor and machines. The best uses of 3D printers and virtual reality haven'tbeen invented yet. The U.S. needs the new companies that will invent them.Finally, because automation threatens to widen the gap between capitalincome and labor income, taxes and the safety net will have to be rethought.Taxes on low-wage labor need to be cut, and wage subsidies such as theearned income tax credit should be expanded: This would boost incomes,encourage work, reward companies for job creation, and reduce inequality.Technology will improve society in ways big and small over the next fewyears, yet this will be little comfort to those who find their lives and careersupended by automation. Destroying the machines that are coming for our jobswould be nuts. But policies to help workers adapt will be indispensable.21.Who will be most threatened by automation?[A] Leading politicians.[B]Low-wage laborers.[C]Robot owners.[D]Middle-class workers.’s view?22 .Which of the following best represent the author[A] Worries about automation are in fact groundless.[B]Optimists' opinions on new tech find little support.[C]Issues arising from automation need to be tackled[D]Negative consequences of new tech can be avoidedcation in the age of automation should put more emphasis on[A]creative potential.[B]job-hunting skills.[C]individual needs.[D]cooperative spirit.24.The author suggests that tax policies be aimed at[A]encouraging the development of automation.[B]increasing the return on capital investment.[C]easing the hostility between rich and poor.[D]preventing the income gap from widening.25.In this text, the author presents a problem with[A]opposing views on it.[B]possible solutions to it.[C]its alarming impacts.[D]its major variations.Text 2A new survey by Harvard University finds more than two-thirds of youngAmericans disapprove of President Trump ’ s use of Twitter. The implication is thatMillennials prefer news from the White House to be filtered through other source, Not apresident ’ s social media platform.Most Americans rely on social media to check daily headlines. Yet asdistrust has risen toward all media, people may be starting to beef up theirmedia literacy skills. Such a trend is badly needed. During the 2016 presidential campaign,nearly a quarter of web content shared by Twitterusers in the politically critical state of Michigan was fake news, according tothe University of Oxford. And a survey conducted for BuzzFeed Newsfound 44 percent of Facebook users rarely or never trust news from themedia giant.Young people who are digital natives are indeed becoming more skillfulat separating fact from fiction in cyberspace. A Knight Foundation focus-group survey ofyoung people between ages 14and24 found they use“ distributed trust”to verify stories. They cross-check sources and prefernews from different perspectives —especially those that are open about any bias.“ Many young people assume a great deal of personal responsibility foreducating themselves and actively seeking out opposing viewpoints,”the survey concluded.Such active research can have another effect. A 2014 survey conductedin Australia,Britain,and the United States by the University of Wisconsin- Madison found that young people’ s reliance on social media ledSocial media allows users to experience news events more intimatelyand immediately while also permitting them to re-share news as a projection of their values and interests.This forces users to be more conscious of their role in passing along information.A survey by Barna research group found the top reason given by Americans for the fake newsphenomenon is “ reader error,”more so than made -up stories or factual mistakes in reporting. About a third say the problem of fake news lies in“ misinterpretation or exaggeration of actual news ” via social media.In other words, the choice to share news on social media may be the heart ofthe issue.“ This indicates there is a real personal responsibility in counteracting this problem,” says Roxanne Stone, editor in chief at B arna Group.So when young people are critical of an over-tweeting president, theyreveal a mental discipline in thinking skills –and in their choices on when to share on social media.26.According to the Paragraphs 1 and 2, many young Americanscast doubts on[A]the justification of the news-filtering practice.[B]people ’s preference for social media platforms.[C]the administrations ability to handle information.[D]social media was a reliable source of news.27.The phrase “beer up ”(Line 2, Para. 2) is closest in meaning to [A]sharpen[B]define[C]boast[D]share28. According to the knight foundation survey, young people[A]tend to voice their opinions in cyberspace.[B]verify news by referring to diverse resources.[C]have s strong sense of responsibility.[D] like to exchange views on“distributed trust”29.The Barna survey found that a main cause for the fake news problem is[A]readers outdated values.[B]journalists’ biased reporting[C]readers ’ misinterpreta tion[D]journalists’ made-up stories.30.Which of the following would be the best title for the text?[A] A Rise in Critical Skills for Sharing News Online[B] A Counteraction Against the Over-tweeting Trend[C]The Accumulation of Mutual Trust on Social Media.[D]The Platforms for Projection of Personal Interests.Text 3Any fair-minded assessment of the dangers of the deal Britain's National Health Service (NHS) and DeepMind must between start byacknowledging that both sides mean well. DeepMind is one of the leadingartificial intelligence (AI) companies in the world. The potential of this workapplied to healthcare is very great, but it could also lead to further concentration of power in the tech giants. It Is against that background thatthe information commissioner, Elizabeth Denham, has issued her damningverdict against the Royal Free hospital trust under the NHS, which handedover to DeepMind the records of 1.6 million patients In 2015 on the basisof a vague agreement which took far too little account of the patients' rightsand their expectations of privacy.DeepMind has almost apologized. The NHS trust has mended its ways.Further arrangements-and there may be many-between the NHS and DeepMind will be carefully scrutinised to ensure that all necessary permissions have been asked of patients and all unnecessary data has beencleaned. There are lessons about informed patient consent to learn.Butprivacy is not the only angle in this case and not even the most important.Ms Denham chose to concentrate the blame on the NHS trust, since underexisting law it“ controlled” the data and DeepMind merely“ processed" it. But this distinction misses the point that it is processing and aggregation,not the mere possession of bits, that gives the data value.The great question is who should benefit from the analysis of all the datathat our lives now generate. Privacy law builds on the concept of damage to anindividual from identifiable knowledge about them. That misses the way thesurveillance economy works. The data of an individual there gains its valueonly when it is compared with the data of countless millions more.The use of privacy law to curb the tech giants in this instance feels slightlymaladapted. This practice does not address the real worry. It is notenough to say that the algorithms DeepMind develops will benefit patientsand save lives. What matters is that they will belong to a private monopolywhich developed them using public resources. If software promises to savelives on the scale that dugs now can, big data may be expected to behaveas a big pharm has done. We are still at the beginning of this revolution andsmall choices now may turn out to have gigantic consequences later. A longstruggle will be needed to avoid a future of digital feudalism. Ms Denham'sreport is a welcome start.31.Wha is true of the agreement between the NHS and DeepMind ?[A] It caused conflicts among tech giants.[B] It failed to pay due attention to patient’s rights.[C]It fell short of the latter's expectations[D]It put both sides into a dangerous situation.32.The NHS trust responded to Denham's verdict with[A] empty promises.[B]tough resistance.[C]necessary adjustments.[D]sincere apologies.33.The author argues in Paragraph 2 that[A]privacy protection must be secured at all costs.[B]leaking patients' data is worse than selling it.[C]making profits from patients' data is illegal.[D]the value of data comes from the processing of it34.According to the last paragraph, the real worry arising from this deal is[A]the vicious rivalry among big pharmas.[B]the ineffective enforcement of privacy law.[C]the uncontrolled use of new software.[D]the monopoly of big data by tech giants.35.The author's attitude toward the application of AI to healthcare is[A]ambiguous.[B]cautious.[C]appreciative.[D] contemptuous.Text 4The U.S. Postal Service (USPS) continues to bleed red ink. It reported anet loss of $5.6 billion for fiscal 2016, the 10th straight year its expenseshave exceeded revenue.Meanwhile,it has more than$120billion in unfunded liabilities, mostly for employee health and retirement costs. Thereare many bankruptcies. Fundamentally, the USPS is in a historic squeezebetween technological change that has permanently decreased demand forits bread-and-butter product,first-class mail,and a regulatory structure that denies management the flexibility to adjust its operations to the newrealityAnd interest groups ranging from postal unions to greeting-card makersexert self- interested pressure on the USPS’ s ultimate overseer-Congress-insisting that whatever else happens to the Postal Service, aspects of the status quo they depend on get protected. This is whyrepeated attempts at reform legislation have failed in recent years, leavingthe Postal Service unable to pay its bills except by deferring vital modernization.Now comes word that everyone involved---Democrats, Republicans, thePostal Service,the unions and the system's heaviest users — has finally agreed on a plan to fix the system. Legislation is moving through the Housethat would save USPS an estimated$28.6billion over five years,which could help pay for new vehicles, among other survival measures. Most of themoney would come from a penny-per-letter permanent rate increase andfrom shifting postal retirees into Medicare.The latter step would largely offset the financial burden of annually pre-funding retiree health care,thus addressing a long-standing complaint by the USPS and its union.If it clears the House, this measure would still have to get through theSenate –where someone is bound to point out that it amounts to the bare,bare minimum necessary to keep the Postal Service afloat,not comprehensive reform. There’ s no change to collective bargaining at the USPS, a major omission considering that personnel accounts for 80 percentof the agency’ s costs. Also missing is any discussion of eliminating Saturdayletter delivery. That common-sense change enjoys wide public support andwould save the USPS $2 billion per year. But postal special-interest groupsseem to have killed it, at least in the House. The emerging consensus around the bill is a sign that legislators are getting frightened about a politically embarrassing short-term collapse at the USPS. It is not, however,a sign that they’ re getting serious about transforming the postal system forthe 21st century.36.The financial problem with the USPS is caused partly by[A].its unbalanced budget.[B].its rigid management.[C].the cost for technical upgrading.[D].the withdrawal of bank support.37. According to Paragraph 2, the USPS fails to modernize itself due to[A].the interference from interest groups.[B].the inadequate funding from Congress.[C].the shrinking demand for postal service.[D].the incompetence of postal unions.38.The long-standing complaint by the USPS and its unions can be addressed by[A] .removing its burden of retiree health care.[B] .making more investment in new vehicles.[C] .adopting a new rate-increase mechanism.[D]. attracting more first-class mail users.39.In the last paragraph, the author seems to view legislators with[A]respect.[B]tolerance.[C]discontent.[D]gratitude.40.Which of the following would be the best title for the text?[A].The USPS Starts to Miss Its Good Old Days[B].The Postal Service: Keep Away from My Cheese[C].The USPS: Chronic Illness Requires a Quick Cure[D].The Postal Service Needs More than a Band-AidPart BDirections:The following paragraphs are given in a wrong order. For Questions 41-45,you are required to reorganize these paragraphs into a coherent article by choosing from the list A-G and filling them into the numbered boxes. Paragraphs C and F have been correctly placed. Mark your answerson ANSWER SHEET. (10 points)A. In December of 1869, Congress appointed a commission to select asite and prepare plans and cost estimates for a new State Department Building. The commission was also to consider possible arrangements forthe War and Navy Departments.To the horror of some who expected aGreek Revival twin of the Treasury Building to be erected on the other sideof the White House, the elaborate French Second Empire style design byAlfred Mullett was selected, and construction of a building to house allthree departments began in June of 1871.B. Completed in 1875, the State Department's south wing was the firstto be occupied,with its elegant four-story library(completed in1876), Diplomatic Reception Room, and Secretary's office decorated with carvedwood,Oriental rugs,and stenciled wall patterns.The Navy Department moved into the east wing in1879,where elaborate wall and ceiling stenciling and marquetry floors decorated the office of the Secretary.C.The State,War,and Navy Building,as it was originally known, housed the three Executive Branch Departments most intimately associatedwith formulating and conducting the nation's foreign policy in the last quarter of the nineteenth century and the first quarter of the twentieth century-the period when the United States emerged as an international power.The building has housed some of the nation's most significant diplomats and politicians and has been the scene of many historic events.D. Many of the most celebrated national figures have participated in historical events that have taken place within the EEOB's granite walls. Theodore and Franklin D.Roosevelt,William Howard Taft,Dwight D. Eisenhower, Lyndon B. Johnson, Gerald Ford, and George H. W. Bush all hadoffices in this building before becoming president.It has housed16 Secretaries of the Navy, 21 Secretaries of War, and 24 Secretaries of State.Winston Churchill once walked its corridors and Japanese emissaries methere with Secretary of State Cordell Hull after the bombing of Pearl Harbor.E.The Eisenhower Executive Office Building(EEOB)commands a unique position in both the national history and the architectural heritage ofthe United States. Designed by Supervising Architect of the Treasury, AlfredB. Mullett, it was built from 1871 to 1888 to house the growing staffs of theState, War, and Navy Departments,and is considered one of the best examples of French Second Empire architecture in the country.F. Construction took 17 years as the building slowly rose wing by wing.When the EEOB was finished, it was the largest office building in Washington,with nearly 2 miles of black and white tiled corridors. Almost all of the interior detail is of cast iron or plaster; the use of wood was minimized to insure fire safety. Eight monumental curving staircases of granite with over4,000 individually cast bronze balusters are capped by four skylightdomes and two stained glass rotundas.G. The history of the EEOB began long before its foundations were laid.The first executive offices were constructed between 1799 and 1820. A series of fires (including those set by the British in 1814) and overcrowdedconditions led to the construction of the existing Treasury Building. In 1866,the construction of the North Wing of the Treasury Building necessitatedthe demolition of the State Department building.41. àCà42. à43. àF à 44 à 45.Part CDirections:Read the following segments into Chinese.textYourcarefullytranslationand thenshouldtranslatebe writtenthe underlinedneatly on theANSWER SHEET. (10 points)Shakespeare’s life time was coincident with a period of extraordinary activity and achievement in the drama. By the date of his birth Europe waswitnessing the passing of the religious drama, and the creation of new formsunder the incentive of classical tragedy and comedy. These new forms wereat first mainly written by scholars and performed by amateurs,but inEngland, as everywhere else in western Europe, the growth of a class ofprofessional actors was threatening to make the drama popular, whether itshould be new or old, classical or medieval, literary or farcical. Court, school organizations of amateurs,and the traveling actors were all rivals in supplying a widespread desire for dramatic entertainment; and (47) no boywho went a grammar school could be ignorant that the drama was a formof literature which gave glory to Greece and Rome and might yet bringhonor to England.When Shakespeare was twelve years old, the first public playhouse wasbuilt in London. For a time literature showed no interest in this public stage.Plays aiming at literary distinction were written for school or court, or for thechoir boys of St. Paul’ s and the royal chapel, who, however, gave plays in public as well as at court.(48)but the professional companies prospered intheir permanent theaters,and university men with literature ambitions were quick to turn to these theaters as offering a means of livelihood. By thetime Shakespeare was twenty-five,Lyly,Peele,and Greene had made comedies that were at once popular and literary; Kyd had written a tragedythat crowded the pit;and Marlowe had brought poetry and genius to triumph on the common stage - where they had played no part since thedeath of Euripides. (49)A native literary drama had been created,its alliance with the public playhouses established,and at least some of its great traditions had been begun.The development of the Elizabethan drama for the next twenty-five years is of exceptional interest to students of literary history, for in this briefperiod we may trace the beginning, growth, blossoming, and decay of manykinds of plays, and of many great careers. We are amazed today at the merenumber of plays produced, as well as by the number of dramatists writing atthe same time for this London of two hundred thousand inhabitants. (50)Torealize how great was the dramatic activity, we must remember further thathosts of plays have been lost, and that probably there is no author ofnote whose entire work has survived.Section III WritingPart A51. Directions：Write an email to all international experts on campus inviting them toattend the graduation ceremony. In your email you should include time, place andother relevant information about the ceremony.You should write about 100 words neatly on the ANSEWER SHEETDo not use your own name at the end of the email. Use“Li Ming”instead.(10 points)Part B52. Directions：Write an essay of 160-200 words based on the picture below. Inyour essay, you should2018 年全国硕士研究生入学统一考试英语( 一 ) 试题答案详解注意：英语试卷为花卷，以答案内容进行核对Section I Use of English1 、【答案】 [B] for【解析】此处考察介词的用法。
2018年郑州大学翻译硕士真题 357英语翻译基础
2018年郑州大学翻译硕士真题（357英语翻译基础）1.Lexical Translation（50points）1.Translate the following lexical items into English（30points）1）小康社会3）知识产权4）外汇储备5）综合国力6）次贷危机7）低碳经济8）结构性就业矛盾9）共享单车10）按揭贷款2.Translate the following lexical items into Chinese (20points)1) Scientific outlook on development2) Gross Domestic Production3) Ecological Civilization4) Industrial waste sources5) Positive energy6) The principle of "peaceful reunification"7) Humanitarian aid8) RMB Internationalization9) The system of green technical innovation10) High-speed railway2. Sentence translation (50 points)1. Translate the following text into Chinese(20points)1. The site of nuclear power plant is largely determined by the environment.2. As radioactive substances decay, they release charged particles that when properly harvested can create an electrical current.3. Using nuclear energy to generate electricity was only developed in the 20th century.What is unfortunate is that the coasts of building and maintaining a nuclear power plant are very high, making the speed of construction much slower than previously predicated.4. Much of the charge came from a slump in the value of UraMin, a uranium-mining firm bought for a giddy price, when nuclear power was surging.5. The common misconception is that nuclear fusion power is a virtually unlimited source of energy because of the enormous quantity of deuterium in the sea.6. The nuclear reactor represents an enormous step in our scientific evolution and it is wrong to expect a return to more primitive sources of fuel.7. Costs for solar and wind energy have plummeted while the price of producing nuclear has soared because of increasing safety requirements.8. The threat of nuclear and radiological terrorism remains one of the greatest challenges to international safety requirements.9. Nuclear power does not cause air pollution and does not produce carbon dioxide which aggravates global warming.10. With the enhancement of technology and security measures, likelihood of nuclear accidents could be reduced to the minimum. That is to say, nuclear power could be developed and utilized safely.2. Translate the following text into English. (30 points)1) 电子实绕原子核转动且带有负电荷的极其微小的粒子2) 直流电是一种总是沿同一方向流动的电流3) 当把导线快速地来回弯曲折断时，部分功就转换成热，所以导电4) 只有当粒子紧密到能相互施加较大的力时，他们才能使彼此产生这样的振动5) 因磁场与线圈内电流有关，所以电流的任何变化都会引起它周围磁场的变化6) 冷却很容易被解释为是由于为了克服分子之间引力而做功的结果7) 能量不能被创造也不能被毁灭，虽然它的形式是可以变换的8) 几乎任何一种绝缘体都多少具有保留电荷一段时间的能力9) 处于天然状态的金属在转化成为人类服务有用形式之前，必须从和它结合在一起的其他元素或物质中分离出来。
2018考研英语（二）真题附参考详细标准答案
2018考研英语（⼆）真题附参考详细标准答案2018考研英语（⼆）真题及参考答案（完整版）SectionⅠ Use of EnglishDirections:Read the following text. Choose the best word(s) for each numbered blank and mark [A],[B], [C] or [D] on the ANSWER SHEET. (10 points)b5E2RGbCAPWhy do people read negative Internet comments and do other things that will obviously be painful? Because humans have an inherent need to 1 uncertainty, according to a recent study in Psychological Science. The new research reveals that the need to know is strong that people will 2 to satisfy their curiosity even when it is clear the answer will 3 .p1EanqFDPwIn a series of experiments, behavioral scientists at the University of Chicago and the Wisconsin school of Business tested students’ willin gness to 4 themselves to unpleasant stimuli in an effort to satisfy curiosity. For one 5 , each participant was shown a pile of pens that the researcher claimed were from a previous experiment. The twist? Half of the pens would 6 an electric shock when clicked.DXDiTa9E3dTwenty-seven students were told with pens were electrified; another twenty-seven were told only that some were electrified. 7 left alone in the room. The students who did not know which ones would shock them clicked more pens and incurred more shocks than the students who knew that would 8 . Subsequent experiments reproduced this effect with other stimuli, 9 the sound of fingernails on a chalkboard and photographs of disgusting insects.RTCrpUDGiTThe drive to 10 is deeply rooted in humans, much the same as the basic drives for 11 or shelter, says Christopher Hsee of the University of Chicago. Curiosity is often considered a good instinct—it can 12 new scientific advances, for instance—but sometimes such 13 can backfire. The insight that curiosity can drive you to do 14 things is a profound one.5PCzVD7HxA Unhealthycuriosity is possible to 15 , however. In a final experiment, participants who were encouraged to 16 how they would feel after viewing an unpleasant picture were less likely to 17 to see such an image. These results suggest that imagining the 18 of following through on one’s curiosity ahead of time can help determine 19 it is worth the endeavor. Thinking about long-term 20 is key to reducing the possible negative effects of curiosity,”Hsee says. In other words, don’t read online comments.jLBHrnAILg1.A.ignoreB.protectC.discussD.resolve2.A.refuseB.seekC.waitD.regret/doc/9991d13868eae009581b6bd97f1922791788be4c.html stC.hurtD.mislead4.A.alertB.exposeC.tieD.treat5.A.trialB.messageC.reviewD.concept6.A.removeB.deliverC.weakenD.interrupt7.A.UnlessB.IfC.WhenD.Though8.A.changeB.continueC.disappearD.happen9.A.such asB.rather thanC.regardless ofD.owing to10.A.disagreeB.forgiveC.discoverD.forget11.A.payB.foodC.marriageD.schooling12.A.begin withB.rest onC.lead toD.learn from13.A.inquiryB.withdrawalC.persistenceD.diligence14.A.self-deceptiveB.self-reliantC.self-evidentD.self-destructive xHAQX74J0X15.A.traceB.defineC.replaceD.resist16.A.concealB.overlookC.designD.predict17.A.chooseB.rememberC.promiseD.pretend18.A.reliefB.outcomeC.planD.duty19.A.howB.whyC.whereD.whether20.A.limitationsB.investmentsC.consequencesD.strategies LDAYtRyKfESection IIReading ComprehensionPart ADirections:Read the following four texts. Answer the questions below each text by choosing [A],[B], [C] or [D]. Mark your answers on the ANSWER SHEET. (40 points)Zzz6ZB2LtkText 1It is curious that Stephen Koziatek feels almost as though he has to justify his efforts to give his students a betterfuture.dvzfvkwMI1Mr. Koziatek is part of something pioneering. He is a teacher at a New Hampshire high school where learning is not something of books and tests and mechanical memorization, but practical. When did it become accepted wisdom that students should be able to name the 13th president of the United States but be utterly overwhelmed by a broken bike Chain? rqyn14ZNXIAs Koziatek know, there is learning in just about everything. Nothing is necessarily gained by forcing students to learn geometry at a graffitied desk stuck with generations of discarded chewing gum. They can also learn geometry by assembling a bicycle.EmxvxOtOcoBut he’s also found a kind of insidious prejudice. Working with your hands is seen as almost a mark of inferiority. School in the family of vocational education “have that stereotype...that it’s for kids who can’t make it academically,” hesays.SixE2yXPq5On one hand,that viewpoint is a logical product of America’s evolution.Manufacturing is not t he economic engine that it once was.The job security that the US economy once offered to high school graduates has largely evaporated. More education is the new principle.We want more for our kids,and rightfully so.6ewMyirQFLBut the headlong push into bac helor’s degrees for all—and the subtle devaluing of anything less—misses an important point:That’s not the only thing the American economy needs.Yes,a bachelor’s degree opens moredoors.Buteven now,54 percent of the jobs in the country are middle-skill jobs,such as construction and high-skill manufacturing.But only 44 percent of workers are adequately trained.kavU42VRUsIn other words,at a time when the working class has turned the country on its political head,frustrated that the opportunity that once defined America is vanishing,one obvious solution is staring us in the face.There is a gap in working-class jobs, but the workers who need those jobs most aren’t equipped to do them.Koziatek’s Manchester School of Technology High School is trying to fill that g ap.y6v3ALoS89Koziatek’s school is a wake-up call. When education becomes one-size-fits-all,it risks overlooking a nation’s diversity of gifts.M2ub6vSTnP21.A broken bike chain is mentioned to show students’ lack of.0YujCfmUCwA.academic trainingB.practical abilityC.pioneering spiritD.mechanical memorization22.There exists the prejudice that vocational education is for kids who.eUts8ZQVRdA.have a stereotyped mindB.have no career motivationC.are financially disadvantagedD.are not academically successful23.we can infer from Paragraph 5 that high school graduates.sQsAEJkW5T/doc/9991d13868eae009581b6bd97f1922791788be4c.html ed to have more job opportunities/doc/9991d13868eae009581b6bd97f1922791788be4c.html ed to have big financial concernsC.are entitled to more educational privilegesD.are reluctant to work in manufacturing24.The headlong push into bachelors degrees for all.GMsIasNXkAA.helps create a lot of middle-skill jobsB.may narrow the gap in working-class jobsC.indicates the overvaluing of higher educationD.is expected to yield a better-trained workforce25.The author’s attitude toward Koziatek’s school can be described as.TIrRGchYzgA.tolerantB.cautiousC.supportiveD.disappointedText 2While fossil fuels—coal，oil，gas—still generate roughly 85 percent of the world’s energy supply, it's clearer than ever that the future belongs to renewable sources such as wind and solar.The move to renewables is picking up momentum around the world：They now account for more than half of new power sources going on line.7EqZcWLZNXSome growth stems from a commitment by governments and farsighted businesses to fund cleaner energy sources. But increasingly the story is about the plummetingprices of renewables，especially windand solar.The cost of solar panels has dropped by 80 percent and the cost of wind turbines by close to one-third in the past eight years.lzq7IGf02EIn many parts of the world renewable energy is already a principal energy source.In Scotland，for example，wind turbines provide enough electricity to power 95 percent of homes.While the rest of the world takes the lead，notably China and Europe，the United States is also seeing a remarkable shift.In March，for the first time，wind and solar power accounted for more than 10 percent of the power generated in the US，reported the US Energy Information Administration.zvpgeqJ1hk President Trump has underlined fossil fuels—especially coal—as the path to economic growth.In a recent speech inIowa，he dismissed wind power as an unreliable energy source.But that message did not play well with many inIowa，where wind turbines dot the fields and provide 36 percent of the state’s electricity generation—and where tech giants like Microsoft are being attracted by the availability of clean energy to power their data centers.NrpoJac3v1The quest ion“what happens when the wind doesn’t blow or the sun doesn’t shine?”has provided a quick put-down for skeptics.But a boost in the storage capacity of batteries is making their ability to keep power flowing around the clock more likely.1nowfTG4KIThe advance is driven in part by vehicle manufacturers，who are placing big bets on battery-powered electricvehicles.Although electric cars are still a rarity on roads now,this massive investment could change the picture rapidly in coming years.fjnFLDa5ZoWhile th ere’s a long way to go，the trend lines for renewables are spiking.The pace of change in energy sources appears to be speeding up—perhaps just in time to have a meaningful effect in slowing climate change.What Washington does—or doesn’t do—to promote alternative energy may mean less and less at a time of a global shift in thought.tfnNhnE6e526.The word“plummeting”（Line 3，Para.2）is closest in meaning to.HbmVN777sLA.stabilizingB.changingC.fallingD.rising27.According to Paragraph 3，the use of renewable energy in America.V7l4jRB8HsA.is progressing notablyB.is as extensive as in EuropeC.faces many challengesD.has proved to be impractical28.It can be learned that in Iowa, .A.wind is a widely used energy sourceB.wind energy has replaced fossil fuelsC.tech giants are investing in clean energyD.there is a shortage of clean energy supply29.Which ofthe following is true about clean energy according to Paragraphs 5&6?83lcPA59W9A.Its application has boosted battery storage.B.It is commonly used in car manufacturing.C.Its continuous supply is becoming a reality.D.Its sustainable exploitation will remain difficult.mZkklkzaaP30.It can be inferred from the last paragraph that renewable energy.AVktR43bpwA.will bring the US closer to other countriesB.will accelerate global environmental changeC.is not really encouraged by the US governmentD.is not competitive enough with regard to its cost ORjBnOwcEdText 3The power and ambition of the giants of the digital economy is astonishing—Amazon has just announced the purchase of the upmarket grocery chain Whole Foods for$13.5bn，but two years ago Facebook paid even more than that to acquire the WhatsApp messaging service，which doesn’t have any physical product at all. What WhatsApp offered Facebook was an intricate and finely detailed web of its users’friendships and social lives．2MiJTy0dTTFacebook promised the European commission then that it would not link phone numbers to Facebook identities，but it broke the promise almost as soon as the deal went through．Even without knowing what was in the messages，the knowledge of who sent them and to whom was enormously revealing and still could be．What political journalist，what party whip，would not want to know the makeup of the WhatsApp groups in which Theresa May’s enemies are currentlyplotting?It may be that the value of Whole Foods to Amazon is not so much the 460 shops it owns, but the records of which customers have purchased what.gIiSpiue7ACompetition law appears to be the only way to address these imbalances of power．But it is clumsy. For one thing, it is very slow compared to the pace of change within the digital economy. By the time a problem has been addressed and remedied it may have vanished in the marketplace, to be replaced by new abuses of power．But there is a deeper conceptual problem, too. Competition law as presently interpreted deals with financial disadvantage to consumers and this is not obvious when the users of these services don’t pay for them．The users of their services are not their customers．That would be the peoplewho buy advertising from them—and Facebook and Google，the two virtual giants，dominate digital advertising to the disadvantage of all other media and entertainment companies．uEh0U1YfmhThe product they’re selling is data，and we，the users，convert our lives to data for the benefit of the digital giants. Just as some ants farm the bugs called aphidsfor the honeydew they produce when they feed, so Google farms us for the data that our digital lives yield．Ants keep predatory insects away from where their aphids feed; Gmail keeps the spammers out of our inboxes.It doesn’t feel like a human or democratic relationship，even if both sides benefit．IAg9qLsgBX31. According to Paragraph 1, Facebook acquired WhatsApp for its.WwghWvVhPEA.digital products/doc/9991d13868eae009581b6bd97f1922791788be4c.html er informationC.physical assetsD.quality service32.Linking phone numbers to Facebook identities may.asfpsfpi4kA.worsen political disputesB.mess up customer recordsC.pose a risk to Facebook usersD.mislead the European commission33.According to the author,competition law.A.should serve the new market powersB.may worsen the economic imbalanceC.should not provide just one legal solutionD.cannot keep pace with the changing market/doc/9991d13868eae009581b6bd97f1922791788be4c.html petition law as presently interpreted can hardly protect Facebook users because.ooeyYZTjj1A.they are not defined as customersB.they are not financially reliableC.the services are generally digitalD.the services are paid for by advertisers35.The ants analogy is used to illustrate.A.a win-win business model between digital giantsB.a typical competition pattern among digital giants BkeGuInkxIC.the benefits provided for digital giants’customers PgdO0sRlMoD.the relationship between digital giants and their users3cdXwckm15Text 4To combat the trap of putting a premium on being busy,Cal Newport,author of Deep work: Rules for Focused Success in a Distracted world,recommends building a habit of “deep work”—the ability to focus without distraction.h8c52WOngMThere are a number of approaches to mastering the art of deep work—be it lengthy retreats dedicated to a specifictask;developing a daily ritual;or taking a “journalistic” approach to seizing moments of deep work when you can throughout the day. Whichever approach,the key is to determine your length of focus time and stick to it.v4bdyGiousNewport also recommends “deepscheduling” to combat constant interruptions and get more done in less time.“At any givenpoint,Ishould have deep work scheduled for ro ughly the next month.Once on the c alendar I protect this time like Iwould a doctor’s appointment or important meeting”,he writes.J0bm4qMpJ9Another approach to getting more done in less time is to rethink how you prioritize your day—in particular how we craft our to-do lists.Tim Harford, author of Messy:The Power of Disorder to Transform Our Lives,points to a study in the early 1980s that divided undergraduates into two groups:some were advised to set out monthly goals and study activities;others were told to plan activities and goals in much more detail,day by day.XVauA9grYPWhile the researchers assumed that the well-structured daily plans would be most effective when it came to the execution of tasks,they were wrong:the detailed daily plans demotivated students.Harford argues that inevitable distractions often render the daily to-do list ineffective,while leaving room for improvisation in such a list can reap the best results.bR9C6TJscwIn order to make the most of our focus and energy. We also need to embrace downtime,or as Newport sugg ests,“be lazy.”pN9LBDdtrd“Idleness is not just a vacation,an indulgence or a vice;it is as indispensable to be brain as Vitamin D isto the body...[idleness]is, paradoxically, necessary to getting any work done,”he argues.DJ8T7nHuGTSrini Pillay,an assistant professor of psychiatry at Harvard Medical School,believes this counter-intuitive link between downtime and productivity may be due to the way our brains operate When our brains switch between being focused and unfocused on a task,they tend to be more efficient.QF81D7bvUA“What people don’t realise is that in order to complete these tasks they need to use both the focus and unfocus circuits in their brain”. says Pillay.4B7a9QFw9h36. The key to mastering the art of deep work is to ________.ix6iFA8xoXA.keep to your focus timeB.list your immediate tasksC.make specific daily plansD.seize every minute to work37. The study in the early 1980s cited by Harford shows that ________.wt6qbkCyDEA.distractions may actually increase efficiencyB.daily schedules are indispensable to studyingC.students are hardly motivated by monthly goalsD.detailed plans many not be as fruitful as expected Kp5zH46zRk38. According to Newport, idleness is ________.A.a desirable mental state for busy peopleB.a major contributor to physical healthC.an effective way to save time and energyD.an essential factor in accomplishing any work39. Pillay believes that our brains’ shift between being focused and unfocused _______.Yl4HdOAA61A.can result in psychological well-beingB.canbring about greater efficiencyC.is aimed at better balance in workD.is driven by task urgency40. This text is mainly about _______.A.ways to relieve the tension of busy lifeB.approaches to getting more done in less timeC.the key to eliminating distractionsD.the cause of the lack of focus timePart BDirections:Read the following text and match each of the numbered items in the left column to its corresponding information in the right column. There are two extra choices in the right column. Mark your answers on the ANSWER SHEET. (10 points)ch4PJx4BlIA.Just say itB.Be presentC.Pay a unique compliment/doc/9991d13868eae009581b6bd97f1922791788be4c.html , places, thingsE.Find the “me too”sF.Skip the small talkG.Ask for an opinionFive ways to make conversation with anyoneConversations are links, which means when you have a conversation with a new person a link gets formed and every conversation you have after that moment will strengthen the link.qd3YfhxCzoYou meet new people every day: the grocery worker, the cab driver, new people at work or the security guard at the door. Simply starting a conversation with them will form a link.E836L11DO5Here are five simple ways that you can make the first move and start a conversation with strangers.S42ehLvE3M41._____A_______Suppose you are in a room with someone you don’t know and something within you says“I want to talk with this person”—this is something the mostly happens with all of us. You wanted to say something—the first word—but it just won’t come out. I t feels like itis stuck somewhere, I know the feeling and here is my advice just get it out.501nNvZFisJust think: that is the worst that could happen? They won’t talk with you? Well, they are not talking with you now!jW1viftGw9 I truly believe that once you get that first word out everything else will just flow. So keep it simple: “Hi”,“Hey”or“Hello”—do the best you can to gather all of the enthusiasm and energy you can, put on a big smile and say“Hi”.xS0DOYWHLP42.______F______It’s a problem all of us face: you have limited time with the person that you want to talk with and you want to make this talk memorable.LOZMkIqI0wHonestly, if we got stuck in the rut of“hi”,“hello”, “how are you?”and“what’s g oing on?”you will fail to give the initial jolt to the conversation that’s can make it so memorable.ZKZUQsUJedSo don’t be afraid to ask more personal questions. Trust me, you’ll be surprised to see how much people are willing to share if you just ask.dGY2mcoKtT43._____E_______When you meet a person for the first time, make an effort to find the things which you and that person have in common so that you can build the conversation from that point. When you start conversation from there and then move outwards, you’ll find all of a sudden that the conversation becomes a loteasier.rCYbSWRLIA44._____B_______Imagine you are pouring your heart out to someone and they are just busy on their phone, and if you ask for their attention you get the response “I can multitask”.FyXjoFlMWhSo when someone tries to communicate with you, just be in that communication wholeheartedly. Make eye contact, you can feel the conversation.TuWrUpPObX45._____D_______You all came into a conversation where you first met the person, but after some time you may have met again and have forgotten their name. Isn’t that awkward!7qWAq9jPqESo remember the little details of the people you met or you talked with; perhaps the places they have been to the place they want to go, the things they like, the thing the hate—whatever you talkabout.llVIWTNQFkWhen you remember such thing you can automatically become investor in their wellbeing. So the feel a responsibility to you to keep that relationship going.yhUQsDgRT1That’s it. Five amazing ways that you can make conversation with almost anyone. Every person is areally good book to read, or to have a conversation with!MdUZYnKS8ISection Ⅲ Translation46.Directions:Translate the following text into Chinese. Your translation should be written on the ANSWER SHEET. (15 points)09T7t6eTnoA fifth garder gets a homework assignment to select his future career path from a list of occupations. He ticks “astronaut” but quickly adds “scientist” to the list and selects it as well. The boy is convinced that if he reads enough. He can explore as many career paths as he likes. And so he reads—everything from encyclopedias to science fiction novels. He reads so passionately that his parents have to institute a “no reading policy”at the dinner table.e5TfZQIUB5That boy was Bill Gates,and he hasn’t stopped reading yet—not even after becoming one of the most science fiction and reference books; recently, he revealed that he reads at least so nonfiction books a year. Gates chooses nonfiction title because they ex plain how the world works.“Each book opens up new avenues of knowledge,”Gates says.s1SovAcVQM【参考译⽂】⼀个五年级地学⽣需要完成⼀份作业，作业地内容是要从⼯作清单中选出⾃⼰未来地职业.他在“宇航员”那⾥画了线，但是⼜很快加上了“科学家”.他相信，如果他读地书够多，就可以任意选择他所喜欢地职业.所以他读了从百科全书到科幻⼩说⾮常多地书.他对于读书太过于痴迷以⾄于他地⽗母不得不制定了在餐桌上“禁⽌读书政策”.GXRw1kFW5s这个男孩就是⽐尔盖茨，他⾄今都没有停⽌过阅读，即使已经成为世上最成功地⼈⼠之⼀.如今，他不仅阅读科幻作品和百科丛书：他最近透漏⾃⼰⼀年⾄少阅读50本⾮⼩说书籍，因为这些书揭秘了世界地运转⽅式.⽐尔盖茨说：“每⼀本书都开辟了探索知识地新路径”.UTREx49Xj9Section ⅣWritingPart A47.Directions:Suppose you have to cancel your travel plan and will not be able to visit Professor Smith. Write him an emailto8PQN3NDYyP1）apologize and explain the situation, and2）suggest a future meeting.You should write about 100 words on the ANSWER SHEET.mLPVzx7ZNwDo not use your own name. Use“Li Ming” instead.Do not write your address.（10 points）【参考译⽂】Dear Prof. Smith,I am writing this letter in order to apologize to you for I have to cancel my travelling plan in your local city, and I will fail to visit you as I promised. AHP35hB02dI really have kept our appointment in my mind all these days. However, when I was set out for the airport, I suddenly had a severe stomachache , so I have to go to the hospital to see a doctor. It’s unexpected and urgent and I must go.I am extremely sorry that I cannot keep my promise, but I wonder whether I couldhave another appointment with you on next weekend if you are available.NDOcB141gTI am looking forward to your early reply. I apologize to you more than I can say. Please forgive me.1zOk7Ly2vAYours sincerely,Li MingPart B48.Directions：Write an essay based on the chart below. In your writing you should fuNsDv23Kh1）interpret the chart and2）give your commentsYou should write about 150 words on the ANSWER SHEET.（15 points）tqMB9ew4YX【参考范⽂】As is depicted by the pie chart, the author is trying to show factors why consumers choose a restaurant in a certain city. According to the data reflected by the chart, it is not hard to see that speciality can be the most important factor to choose a canteen for consumers, which takes up 36.38%. however, other factors including service, environment and price account for 26.8%, 23.8% and 8.4% respectively. Thesestatistics reflect an thought-provoking phenomenon. HmMJFY05dEThere are two reasons accounting for this situation reflected by the chart above. The most important factor we should take into consideration is the rapid economic development and the growth of purchasing power, which can explain the reason why the price takes up the smallest proportion in these factors when consumers choose canteen. Moreover, there is no deny in saying that an increasing number of people are paying closer attention to the new taste and fresh feeling which lead to the result that a large group of people choose restaurants according to the level of speciality. ViLRaIt6skBased on the analysis made above, it is safe to say that there is a tendency for people to choose a canteen largely depend on the speciality in the coming years. On the contrary, people will continue to pay increasingly less attention on the price.9eK0GsX7H1版权申明本⽂部分内容，包括⽂字、图⽚、以及设计等在⽹上搜集整理.版权为个⼈所有This article includes some parts, including text, pictures, anddesign. 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西安石油大学大一下学期英语试题4
Unit 3Cloze 1 (2---3A)Gail and I imagined a quiet wedding. During our two years together we had experienced the __1__ happy and unhappy moments of a couple __2__ to know, understand, and respect each other. But through it __3__ we had honestly confronted the weaknesses and __4__ of each other’s characters.Our racial and cultural differences enhanced our relationship and taught us a great deal about tolerance, compromise, and being open__5__ each other. Gail sometimes wondered __6__ I and other blacks were so __7__ with the racial issue, and I was surprised that she seemed to forget the subtler forms of racial hatred in American society.Gail and I had no illusions __8__ what the future held for us as a married, __9__ couple in America. The continual __10__ of our strength was our mutual trust and respect.1. A) average B) always C) usual D) often2. A) learns B) learn C) to learn D) learning3. A) all B) everything C) anything D) what4. A) virtue B) strength C) reward D) notion5. A) to B) on C) with D) in6. A) why B) whether C) if D) where7. A) engaged B) performed C) conducted D) involved8. A) at B) from C) about D) for9. A) combined B) mixed C) joined D) united10. A) origin B) resource C) source D) instinctUnit 3Cloze 2 (2—3A)When Gail spread the news of our wedding plans to her family she met with some resistance. Her mother, Deborah, all along had been supportive __1__ our relationship, and even joked about __2__ we were going to get married so she could have grandchildren. __3__ congratulations upon hearing our news, Deborah counseled Gail to be really sure she __4__ the right thing.“So it was all right to date him, but it’s wrong for me to marry him. Is his color the problem, Mom?” Gail__5__ told me she had asked her mother.“To start with I must admit that at first I had doubts about a mixed marriage. But when I met Mark I found him a charming and intelligent young guy. __6__ mother would be proud to have him for a son-in-law. So, color has nothing to do with it. Yes, my friends __7__. Some even express __8__ at what you’re doing. But they live in a different world. So you see, Mark’s color is not the problem. My biggest worry is __9__ you may be marrying Mark for the same wrong reasons that I married your father. When we met I saw him as my beloved, intelligent, charming, and caring It was all so new, all so exciting, and we all thought, on the surface at least, that __10__ was an ideal marriage with every indication that it would last forever. I realized only later that I didn’t know my loved, your father, very well when you married.”1. A) with B) for C) of D) over2. A) since B) which C) because D) when3. A) Regardless of B) Instead of C) In return for D) As for4. A) was doing B) did C) had done D) would do5. A) unconsciously B) previously C) subsequently D) intentionally6. A) Each B) Any C) Every D) All7. A) say B) speak C) talk D) chat8. A) shock B) surprise C) startle D) amaze9. A) whether B) if C) how D) that10. A) we B) ours C) our D) usUnit 3Cloze 3 (2---3B)One day, my mother called me, to invite me __1__ a birthday dinner for my father. My brother Vincent was bringing his girlfriend, Lisa Lum. I could bring a friend, too.I knew she would do this, because cooking was __2__ my mother expressed her love, her pride, her power. “ Just be sure to tell her later that her cooking was the best you ever tasted,” I told Rich. “Believe me.”The eve of the dinner, I sat in the kitchen watching her cook, waiting for the right moment to tell her about our marriage plans, __3__ we had decided to get married next July, about seven months __4__. She was cubing garlic and slicing cabbage into small pieces and chatting at the same time about Auntie Suyuan : “She can only cook __5__ at directions. My instructions are in my fingers. I know what secret ingredients to put in just by using my nose!” And she was slicing so quickly, __6__ not paying attention to her sharp chopping knife, that I was afraid the tips of her fingers would become one of the ingredients of the purple vegetable and pork dish.I was hoping she would say something first __7__ Rich. I had seen her expression when she opened the door, __8__ smile as she surveyed him from head to __9__, checking her judgment of him against __10__ already given to her by Auntie Suyuan.I tried to anticipate what criticism she would have.1. A) at B) for C) to D) on2. A) why B) how C) where D) what3. A) that B) which C) whether D) when4. A) distant B) far C) further D) away5. A) to look B) looked C) looking D) looks6. A) obviously B) seemingly C) apparently D) consciously7. A) concerning B) worrying C) bothering D) troubling8. A) she forced B) she forcing C) her forced D) her forcing9. A) ankle B) feet C) toe D) sole10. A) one B) it C) those D) that。
大学英语2018年真题
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Part I Vocabulary and Structure (60 points)Directions: In this part, there are 60 incomplete sentences. For each sentence there are four choices marked A, B, C and D. Choose the ONE that best completes the sentence. Then mark the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the centre.1.Hurry up, children. The school bus for us.A. waitsB. is waitingC. waitedD. was waiting2. The parenting style a strong influence on the character of the children.A. haveB. havingC. to haveD. has3. Mr. Morrison told the truth that the moon around the earth once a month.A. movesB. moveC. has movedD. had moved4. Your mother and I are looking forward you at the graduation ceremony.A. of seeingB. for seeingC. to seeingD. to see5.—Would you like to come and see a movie with me tonight?—I’d love to, I have to babysit my little sister.A. butB. soC. asD. and6.These plastic flowers look so that many people may think they are real.A. beautifulB. naturalC. artificialD. similar7.They had to a lot of noise while the buildings were under construction.A. go in forB. hold on toC. put up withD. keep up with8.The manager, together with his wife and two sons, to arrive on the morning flight.A. areB. will beC. isD. are going9.It’s known that walking of great help to older people.A. isB. areC. beD. was10. It me about three hours to get to your new company.A. costB. usedC. spentD. took11. As we have no class this afternoon, let’s go and play table tennis, ?A. shall weB. will weC. don’t weD. aren’t we12. We were all overjoyed at the news the experiment turned out to be a success.A. whichB. thatC. ifD. what13. the football match started than it began to rain cats and dogs.A. HardlyB. No soonerC. Hardly hadD. No sooner had14.It is no use to George as he is a very stubborn person.A. talkB. talkingC. to talkD. to be talking15. The sports meeting has been until next week because of the bad weather.A. put offB. carried offC. pulled offD. taken off16. This is the second time that Mr. Smith the Great Wall, the first time being ten years ago.A. visited.B. would have visitedC. has visitedD. is visiting17.The Taylors their idea of buying a piano because they moved to a smaller house.A. gave inB. gave upC. gave awayD. gave off18. The composition is very good a few spelling mistakes.A. besideB. besidesC. exceptD. except for19. People usually the lights before they leave the room in that company.A. turn overB. turn outC. turn offD. turn on20. When we finally arrived, the secretary of the president’s office gave us a introductionabout the university.A. chiefB. briefC. mainD. abstract21. The harder you work, progress you will make.A. muchB. manyC. the moreD. the most22. We can’t people to change the habits of their lifetime over a short time.A. agreeB. waitC. expectD. imagine23. They had to a lot of noise while the buildings were under construction.A. go in forB. hold on toC. put up withD. keep up with24. The only thing bothered Chris was that his boss never replied to his email.A. whichB. thatC. whatD. as25. Those who smoke should remind themselves of their health, the bad smell, and the harmdone to others.A. hardlyB. heavilyC. stronglyD. seriously26.They are considering as the prices may go up.A. of buying a houseB. with buying a houseC. buying a houseD. to buy a house27. Cecilia walks to the library not because she can’t to take taxi but because she wants toexercise.A. affordB. affectC. offerD. offend28. we have finished the project, why don’t you take a week off?A. But forB. Ever sinceC. Now thatD. But that29. When Elaine lived alone in Britain, she bacon and eggs for breakfast.A. was used to haveB. is used to havingC. used to have hadD. used to have30. Ann is very easy-going. She never loses her temper, have words with others.A. nor does she everB. nor she ever doesC. neither she ever doesD. or does she ever31. Although I have read the book assigned by the professor several times, I still can’t make anyof the last chapter.A. meaningB. importanceC. significanceD. sense32.The teacher used a microphone his voice could reach the back of the room.A. so asB. in orderC. so thatD. as that33.Keith doe sn’t like the king-size bed his wife bought the other day because it takes toomuch space.A. upB. inC. onD. away34. from the top of the building, the whole city looks very beautiful.A. SeeB. SawC. SeeingD. Seen35. how to solve the mathematics problem, Stephanie asked her teacher for help.A. Not knownB. Not knowingC. Not to knowD. Not know36. English is as a language of international communication throughout the world.A. spokenB. speakingC. be spokenD. to speak37. The house needs immediately, but it has to wait until next summer.A. paintB. to paintC. paintingD. be painted38. The two brothers are so much and it is difficult to tell one from the other.A. cuteB. equalC. likeD. alike39. The speaker raised his voice but still couldn’t make himself .A. hearB. to hearC. hearingD. heard40. We regret you that your application has not been accepted.A. to have informedB. to informC. having informedD. informing41. Work harder, we will not be able to finish the task as required.A. butB. whileC. orD. therefore42. , he is one of those who have made the most important contributions to the organization.A. As he is youngB. Young as is heC. As young he isD. Young as he is43.Not that I don’t want to tell you the t ruth, I don’t know about itA. but thatB. for thatC. and thatD. in that44. I didn’t attend the lecture because I was sick, but I wish I there.A. had beenB. beC. wereD. would be45. By the time the course ends a lot about the American way of life.A. we have learnedB. we’ll learnC. we have learningD. w e’ll have learned46. It was that they went for a picnic in the park last weekend.A. so nice a weatherB. such nice weatherC. nice weather soD. too nice weather47. She was about to lock the door when it to her that she had left the burner on in the kitchen.A. appealedB. happenedC. occurredD. struck48. They will finish the task before the deadline they are given enough time.A. in thatB. as far asC. as long asD. in case49. It is believed that too much to the sun is harmful to the skin.A. exposureB. expansionC. exhibitionD. extension50. We appreciate with Carl; he has a good sense of humor.A. to workB. workingC. to have workedD. have worked51. If you need any help during your study here, please do not to ask.A. hesitateB. forceC. urgeD. request52. The professor needs an assistant he can to take care of problems in his absence.A. count inB. count upC. count onD. count out53. Reading the lines, I dare say that the government are more worried than they will admit.A. behindB. betweenC. alongD. among54. This time the day after tomorrow, they on the beach, having a lot of fun.A. am sittingB. sitC. would sitD. will be sitting55. The snowstorm could not stop the kids playing in the yard.À. from B. on C. upon D. with56.I caught a of the car before it disappeared around the curve.A. glareB. glimpseC. startD. stare57.The chief engineer insisted that the new model immediately before exhibited.A. to testB. testsC. be testedD. will test58. In terms of price and convenience, online shopping is to store shopping.A. contraryB. relevantC. essentialD. superior59. It is during his spare time David has been working on building his motorbike.A. whenB. thatC. whichD. what60. Time , we will arrange for the tourists to visit two or three more places of interest.A. permitsB. permittingC. permittedD. to be permittedPart II Reading Comprehension (50 points)Directions: In this part there are four passages. Each passage is followed by five 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 the Answer Sheet with a single line through the centre.Passage OneWhen I was growing up in America, I was ashamed of my mother’s Chinese English. Because of her English, she was often treated unfairly. People in department stores, at banks, and at restaurants did not take her seriously, did not give her good service, pretended not to understand her, or even acted as if they did not hear her.My mother has realized the limitations of her English as well. When I was fifteen, she would have me call people on the phone to pretend I was she. I was forced to ask for information or even to yell at people who had been rude to her. One time I had to call her stockbroker (股票经纪人). I said in an adolescent voice that was not very convincing, “This is Mrs. Tan.” And my mother was standing beside me, whispering loudly, “Why he don’t send me cheek already two week lone. ”And then, in perfect English I said: “I’m getting rather concerned. You agreed to send the check two weeks ago, but it hasn’t arrived.” Then she talked more loudly. “What he want? I come to New York tell him front of his boss.” And so I turned to the stockbroker again, “I can’t tolerate any more excuse. If I don’t receive the check immediately, I am going to have to speak to your manager when I am in New York next week.”The next week we ended up in New York. While I was sitting there red-faced, my mother, the real Mrs.Tan, was shouting to his boss in her broken English. When I was a teenager, my mother’s broken English embarrassed me. But now, I see it differently. To me, my mother’s English is perfectly clear, perfectly natural. It is my mother tongue. Her language, as I hear it, is vivid, direct, and full of observation and wisdom. It was the language that helped shape the way I saw things, expressed ideas，and understood the world.61.Why was the author’s mother poorly served?A. She was unable to speak good English.B. She was often misunderstood.C. She was not clearly heard.D. She was not very polite.62. From Paragraph 2, we know that the author was .A. good at pretendingB. rude to the stockbrokerC. ready to help her motherD. unwilling to phone for her mother63. After the author made the phone call, .A. they forgave the stockbrokerB. they railed to get the checkC. they went to New York immediatelyD. they spoke to their boss at once64. What does the author think of her mother’s English now?A. It is confusing.B. It is embarrassing.C. It is clear and natural.D. It is intolerable.65. We can infer from the passage that Chinese English .A. is clear and natural to non-native speakersB. is vivid and direct to non-native speakersC. has a very bad reputationD. may put its speakers to inconveniencePassage TwoIn the fall of 1985, I was a bright-eyed girl heading off to Howard University, aiming at a legal career and dreaming of sitting on a Supreme Court bench somewhere. Twenty-one years later I am still a bright eyed dreamer and one with quite a different story to tell.My grandma, an amazing woman, graduated from college at the age of 65. She was the first in our family to reach that goal. But one year after I started college, she developed cancer. I made the choice to withdraw from college to care for her. It meant that school and my personal dream would have to wait.Then I got married with another dream: building my family with a combination of adopted and biological children. In 1999, we adopted our first son. To lay eyes on him was fantastic and very emotional.A year later came our second adopted boy. Then followed son No. 3. In 2003, I gave birth to another boy.You can imagine how fully occupied I became, raising four boys under the age of 8. Our home was a complete zoo — a joyous zoo. Not surprising, I never did make it back to college full-time. But I never gave up on the dream either. I had only one choice: to find a way. That meant taking as few as one class each semester. The hardest part was feeling guilty about the time I spent away from the boys. They often wanted me to stay home with them. There certainly were times I wanted to quit but I knew I should set an example for them to follow through the rest of their lives.In 2007, I graduated from the University of North Carolina. I spent a total of 21 years getting my college degree!I am not special, just single-minded. It always struck me that when you’re looking at a big challenge from the outside, it looks huge, but when you’re in the midst of it, it just seems normal. Everything you want won’t arrive in your life on one day. It’s a process. Remember: little steps add up to big dreams.66.When the author went to Howard University, her dream was to be .A. a writerB. a teacherC. a judgeD. a doctor67. Why did the author quit school in her second year of college?A. She wanted to study by herself.B. She fell in love and got married.C. She suffered from serious illness.D. She decided to look after her grandma.68. What can we learn about the author from Paragraph 4?A. She was busy yet happy with her family life.B. She ignored her guilty feelings for her sons.C. She wanted to remain a full-time housewife.D. She was too confused to make a correct choice.69. What does the author mostly want to tell us in the last paragraph?A. Failure is the mother of success.B. Little by little, one goes farC. Every coin has two sides.D. Well begun is half done.70. Which of the following can best describe the author?A. Caring and determined.B. Honest and responsible.C. Ambitious and sensitive.D. Innocent and single-minded.Passage ThreeIt was the summer of 1965. DeLuca, then 17, visited Peter Buck, a family friend. Buck asked DeLuca abo ut his plans for the future. “I’m going to college, but I need a way to pay for it.” DeLuca recalls saying, “Buck said, ‘You should open a sandwich shop.”That afternoon, they agreed to be partners. And they set a goal: to open 32 stores in ten years. After doing some research, Buck wrote a check for $1,000. DeLuca rented a storefront (店面）in Connecticut, and when they couldn’t cover their start-up costs, Buck gave another $1,000.But business didn’t go smoothly as they expected. DeLuca says, “After six mont hs, we were doing poorly, but we didn’t know how badly, because we didn’t have any financial controls.” All he and Buck knew was that their sales were lower than their costs.DeLuca was managing the store and going to the University of Bridgeport at the same time. Buck was working at his day job as a nuclear physicist in New York. They’d meet Monday evenings and brainstorm ideas for keeping the business running. “We convinced ourselves to open a second store. We figured we could tell the public, ‘We are so successful; we are opening a second store.’ ‘‘And they did in the spring of 1966. Still, it was a lot of learning by trial and error.But the partners’ learn-as-you-go approach turned out to be their greatest strength. Every Friday, DeLuca would drive around and hand-deliver the checks to pay their suppliers. “I drove probably two and a half hours and it wasn’t necessary, but as a result, the suppliers got to know me very well, and the personal relationships established really helped out,” DeLuca says.And having a goal was also important. “There are so many problems that can get you down. You just have to keep working toward your goal,” DeLuca adds.DeLuca ended up founding Subway Sandwich, the multimillion-dollar chain restaurant.71. DeLuca opened the first sandwich shop in order to . .A. support his familyB. help pay for his college educationC. help his partner expand businessD. do some research72. Which of the following is true of Buck?A. He put money into the sandwich business.B. He was a professor of business administration.C. He was studying at the University of Bridgeport.D. He rented a storefront for DeLuca.73. What can we learn about their first shop?A. It stood at an unfavorable place.B. It lowered the prices to promote sales.C. It made no profits due to poor management.D. It lacked control over the quality of sandwiches.74. They decided to open a second store because they .A. had enough money to do itB. had succeeded in their businessC. wished to meet the increasing demand of customersD. wanted to make people believe that they were successful75. What contributes most to their success according to the author? .A. Learning by trial and error.B. Making friends with customers.C. Finding a good partner.D. Funding subway sandwich.Passage FourTelephone, television, radio, and the Internet help people communicate with each other. Because of these devices, ideas and news of events spread quickly all over the world. For example, within seconds, people can know the results of an election in another country. An International football match comes into the homes of everyone with a television set. News of a disaster, such as a flood, can bring help from distant countries. Within hours, help is on the way. Because of modern technology, information travels fast.How has this speed of communication changed the world? To many people, the world has become smaller. Of course, this does not mean that the world is actually smaller. It means that the world seems smaller. Two hundred years ago, communication between continents took a long time. All news was carried on ships that needed weeks or even months to cross the oceans. In the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries, up to six weeks would be needed for news from Europe to reach America. This time difference influenced people’s actions. For example, a few battles in the War of 1812 between England and the United States could have been avoided. A peace agreement had already been signed. Peace was made in England, but the news of peace did not reach America until after six weeks. During the six weeks, the large and serious Battle of New Orleans was fought. Many people lost their lives after the peace treaty(条约) had been signed. They would not have died if the news had come in time. In the past, communication needed much more time than it does now. There is a good reason why the world seemed so much larger than it does today.76. Thanks to , we can get the latest news of events instantly from all over the world.A. disastersB. EuropeC. ocean travelD. modern technology77. would need six weeks a couple of hundred years ago.A. The War of 1812 between the US and EnglandB. Agreeing on peace during the War of 1812C. The Battle of New Orleans that wasn’t avoidedD. Ocean travel between Europe and America78. Some battle in the war between England and America could have avoided if .A. people had could signed the peace agreement soonerB. the peace agreement had reached America earlierC. the peace agreement had not been him on the wayD. people of the two countries had taken some actions79. What attitude does the writer hold toward the people who died in the War of 1812?A. Curious.B. Amazed.C. Sympathetic.D. Angry.80. Which of the following can serve as the most appropriate title for this passage?A. Modern Technology and CommunicationB. People Today in the Small WorldC. The Unnecessary Peace TreatyD. People in the Information AgePart III Translation (20 points)Directions: In this part, there is one passage in English. Read the passage carefully and translate it into Chinese.Reading doesn’t just mean recognizing each word on the page; it means taking in the information, digesting (消化) it and incorporating (吸收) it into oneself just as one digests a sandwich and makes it a part of himself. The goal is to bring the information back to life, not just to treat it as dead facts on paper. Reading and writing cannot be completely separated from each other; in fact, the aim of reading is to express the information you have got from the text. People who can’t express an idea after reading a text is just as ineffective as those who hasn’t read it at all.Part IV Writing (20 points)Directions: For this part, you are required to write a composition of 120 to 180 words. Your writing should be based on the title and outline given below.On a Harmonious Dormitory Life1.宿舍生活有时会出现不和谐的现象；2. 和谐宿舍生活的重要性；3. 如何创造和谐的宿舍生活。
2018考研英语真题原文及参考答案
2018考研英语真题原文及参考答案2018 考研英语真题原文及参考答案一、阅读理解（共两节，满分40分）第一节（共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分）阅读下面短文，从每题所给的四个选项（A、B、C和D）中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
AWhen Steven Spielberg was a teenager, his parents moved to New Jersey, and he very much wanted to attend a local university. So Spielberg created his own student identification card that said he was 21 and then forged his birth date on his driver’s license (驾照) to match the ID card. With them, plus a tall frame, he got a job as an intern (实习生) with Universal Studiosin Hollywood.Spielberg had learned to direct movies while he was young, often using his family’s movie camera to shoot home movies. The studio, intrigued with him, let him develop his short (短篇的) film into a full-length one, Amblin'.A Universal executive saw the movie and eventually signed (签约) Spielberg to a directing contract. By the age of 20, he was the youngest director at a major studio.Steven Spielberg has gone on to direct many of the most successful movies ever released by Hollywood, including E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial,Jaws, Indiana Jones, and Saving Private Ryan. Today, he is considered one of the most successful and influential filmmakers in the history of cinema.16. What does the text mainly talk about?A. The success of Steven Spielberg’s movies.B. How Spielberg got a directing contract.C. Spielberg’s experiences working at Universal Studios.D. How Spielberg got into the university.17. What helped Spielberg to get a job as an intern?A. His parents’ support for his choice.B. His talent in directing movies.C. His forged identification documents.D. His previous experience at a major studio.18. What can we learn about Spielberg from the text?A. He was rejected by Universal Studios at first.B. Amblin' was developed from a short film.C. He shot E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial at home.D. He was already famous when he was a teenager.【答案与解析】16. 答案选 C。
西安石油大学大一下学期英语试题unit 3
Unit 31. __________ is the quality of allowing other people to say and do as they like,even if you do not agree with it. ( 2—3A*)A) Tolerance B) PerspectiveC) Alternative D) Enthusiasm2. After everyone was seated, the chairman __________ to announce his plan.(2—3A*)A) attempted B) exploredC) proceeded D) contrived3. The pictures are similar, but there are __________differences between them.(2—3A#)A) contrary B) subtleC) essential D) numerous4. Children must be encouraged to reach a(n) __________ between what they wantand what others want. (2--3A*)A) arrangement B) compromiseC) expectation D) resemblance5. We are all under the __________ that the country is doing well economically, but infact it is in serious difficulty. (2---3A#)A) reputation B) precisionC) illusion D) expression6. My figuring was wrong because I _________ one tiny point. (2---3A*)A) overcame B) overlookedC) overpowered D) overtook7. I’d like to _________ a reservation for a double room on the first of July.( 2---3A#)A) extend B) appointC) confirm C) instruct8. They hoped to be able to move into their new house at the end of the month, but things did not _________ as they had expected. (2---3A*)A) work up B) work onC) work at D) work out9. Their working together was based on __________ respect, trust and understanding.(2---3A#)A) suitable B) mutualC) central D) variable10. For years the girl _________ resentment against her stepmother. (2---3A*)A) traced B) inspectedC) harbored D) decorated11. In those days when John looked for a job, he strongly felt that there was a widespread __________ against men over forty-five.A) prejudice B) atmosphereC) ceremony D) tradition12. The Chinese government has __________ been combating drug trafficking.(2---3A*)A) as a whole B) all alongC) in addition D) on purpose13. If one __________ to do something, he/she is unwilling to do it because he/she isworried or not certain whether it is correct or not. (2---3A*)A) proposes B) resistsC) tends D) hesitates14. I would _________ you to say nothing about the affair, or you will lose your job.(2---3A#)A) stress B) attractB) counsel D) imply15. There are some __________ that interest rates will soon fall once again. (2---3A#)A) catalogues B) indicationsC) divisions D)processes16. The man and his friend were __________ of one another at that critical moment.(2---3A*)A) effective B) creativeC) imaginative D) supportive17. Having working in the company for two years, Mr. Smith is now __________marketing and public relations. (2---3A*)A) taking care of B) making use ofC) keeping up with D) getting rid of18. The couple __________ their differences and made an effort to get along.(2---3A#)A) commenced B) resolvedC) organized D) ornamented19. This was his mother ___________: her voice was sharp and loud, and she was tobe angry at anyone. (2---3A#)A) by mistake B) in this caseC) at her worst D) in her favor20. He has seen the __________ in the history of the relations between the twocountries. (2---3A#)A) back and forth B) to and fromC) blacks and blues D) ups and downs21. Some people hate realism in literature. They say that the man who calls a spade aspade should be __________ to use one. (2---3B*)A) compelled B) engagedC) identified D) performed22. We __________ that we will meet at a certain amount of resistance to our plan.(2—3B*)A) complain B) anticipateC) frustrate D) protest23. One __________ needed when making a cake is flour; another is sugar. (2—3B*)A) sequence B) quotationC) combination D) ingredient24. Joe is not good in sports, but when it _________ arithmetic he’s the best in the class. (2—3B#)A) comes at B) comes outC) comes to D) comes down25. I haven’t a __________ what I’ll give Carl for his birthday next year. (2—3B#)A) clue B) proofC) trend D) concern26. I am writing on __________ of my mother, to express her thanks for your gift.(2---3B#)A) behave B) accountC) occasion D) schedule27. Try to be __________ when you refuse her invitation, so as not to cause badfeelings. (2—3B*)A) luxurious B) productiveC) respectable D) diplomatic28. If you __________ any mistakes in the article, just mark them with a pencil.(2---3B#)A) spot B) engageC) pace D) relate29. He __________ his attention of attending the business meeting, despite their beingagainst it. (2---3B#)A) underlined B) proclaimedC) volunteered D) identified30. The window had _________ over in the night; Mary breathed on them andscraped with her finger nails. (2---3B#)A) soaked B) mixedC) loaded D) frosted。
2018年北语翻硕真题解析
2018年北语翻硕真题解析2018年北语翻硕真题分析2018年考研初试已经结束，不论结果，学习上的努力和奋斗都没法抹去。
词汇，语法，阅读，作文......哪一个令你头疼？今天老师整理了2018年北语翻硕真题给大家。
一．题型分析总体来看，北语的211今年考察了四种题型：单选（10*10）完型（20*20）阅读（3*40）作文（30）其中阅读分为三种题型，选择，主观，另外增加了新题型summary，以下会进行具体分析。
二．考察内容1.单选：从北语的历年的真题来看，今年211的单选一改往年风格，前几年侧重考语法，今年侧重词汇，包括近义词，形近词辨析。
另外侧重对题干的理解（entitle present credit；arise arouse这种）2.完型：前十道是有选项完型，主要考语法，比如有选动词的进行时还是过去分词形式，还考察了介词；后十道是无选项完型，这就比较考察基础了，很多同学都在这一题空很多，词汇量任何时候都很重要。
3.阅读：俗话说，得阅读者得天下，这肯定是至理名言。
北语的阅读今年是有三道大题,而且增加了新题型：A、选择（5*10）关于转基因实验的一篇文章，大致内容是其可以拯救濒危物种，治疗疾病，但实验风险性不可控。
B、主观题阅读（3*15）3道主观题篇幅长度A4纸4面；主要讲了Modern existentialism现代存在主义的诞生。
三位年轻哲学家在巴黎一间小酒馆里的交谈，三位中有一对情侣在法国读书（一女B**一男S**），另一位在德国上学，给这对情侣介绍了新的哲学研究角度。
不同于以往探究抽象的理论，而是研究大家经历过的事情，探究所研究的对象是否真实存在是没有意义的，而是应该研究它为什么存在，且concentrate on who are they being and let them present themselves.?题目一简要概述the birth of modern existentialism题目二列举提到的（现象主义还是存在主义？）哲学家并概述他们的观点题目三文章最后提到B为了探索哲学买完书后迫不及待read it when walked across the street 与Kants encountered *someone的事例类比问为什么可以类比？C、Summary(新题型)no less than 100 words；Second major criticism of fantasy is childish……篇幅跟第二题差不多4、作文(no less than 300 words)关于professional translators misunderstand the source text.The cause and the effect给了一段材料让你概括misundersta三. 19年考生复习建议整体来看，今年的题很活，而且很考察英语基本功，尤其是对篇章的理解和概括能力。
2018年陕西专升本英语试卷解析
2018年陕西专升本英语试卷解析全文共3篇示例，供读者参考篇1Analysis of 2018 Shaanxi Adult College Entrance Examination English PaperI. Reading Comprehension1. Reading ComprehensionIn the reading comprehension section, there were five passages with a total of 20 multiple-choice questions. The passages covered a range of topics from science and technology to literature and history. One of the passages was an excerpt from a classic novel, challenging students’ understanding of literary language and context.2. Questions TypesThe questions types varied from main idea, specific details, inference, and vocabulary. Some questions required students to make connections between different parts of the text while others tested their understanding of vocabulary in context.II. Cloze Test1. Vocabulary and GrammarThe cloze test contained 10 gaps that tested students' knowledge of vocabulary and grammar. The words used in the gaps required students to understand the context and use appropriate words to complete the sentences. Some gaps tested collocations and phrasal verbs, while others tested grammatical structures such as verb tenses and pronouns.2. Passage StructureThe passage consisted of a short text about a specific topic, and students had to fill in the gaps with appropriate words. This section tested students' understanding of the overall structure of the passage and their ability to use context clues to choose the correct words.III. Translation1. Sentence TranslationThe translation section contained 5 sentences that students had to translate from Chinese to English. The sentences covered a range of topics from everyday situations to academic subjects, testing students' vocabulary and grammar skills.2. Paragraph TranslationThe paragraph translation section required students to translate a short paragraph from English to Chinese. The paragraphs covered topics such as science, technology, and culture, challenging students' understanding of idiomatic expressions and sentence structures in both languages.Overall, the 2018 Shaanxi Adult College Entrance Examination English paper was challenging, covering a wide range of topics and testing students' reading, vocabulary, grammar, and translation skills. Students who prepared well and practiced extensively were able to perform well on the exam.篇2Analysis of the 2018 Shaanxi Adult College Entrance English ExaminationIntroductionThe Shaanxi Adult College Entrance Examination is an important test for adults who wish to further their education and earn a bachelor's degree. The English section of the exam is a crucial component, as it tests the candidates' language proficiency and ability to understand and communicate in English effectively. In this analysis, we will examine the 2018Shaanxi Adult College Entrance English Examination, focusing on the types of questions, difficulty level, and strategies for success.Types of QuestionsThe 2018 Shaanxi Adult College Entrance English Examination consisted of multiple-choice questions,fill-in-the-blank questions, reading comprehension passages, and writing tasks. The multiple-choice questions required candidates to choose the correct answer from a set of options, testing their vocabulary, grammar, and comprehension skills. The fill-in-the-blank questions assessed their ability to use the correct words and phrases in context. The reading comprehension passages were designed to test their understanding of written English and ability to extract key information. The writing tasks required candidates to express their ideas clearly and coherently in written form.Difficulty LevelOverall, the 2018 Shaanxi Adult College Entrance English Examination was considered to be of moderate difficulty. The multiple-choice questions covered a range of topics and required candidates to have a good grasp of English vocabulary and grammar. The fill-in-the-blank questions tested their ability to use the correct words in context, which was challenging forsome candidates. The reading comprehension passages were of medium length and complexity, with some requiring critical thinking and inference skills. The writing tasks were varied, with some candidates finding it difficult to express their ideas fluently and coherently.Strategies for SuccessTo excel in the 2018 Shaanxi Adult College Entrance English Examination, candidates should focus on improving their English language skills in reading, writing, listening, and speaking. They should practice regularly with past exam papers and sample questions to familiarize themselves with the format and types of questions. Additionally, they should work on expanding their vocabulary and improving their grammar and comprehension skills. Candidates should also pay attention to time management during the exam, allocating sufficient time to each section and carefully reading and understanding each question before attempting an answer.ConclusionIn conclusion, the 2018 Shaanxi Adult College Entrance English Examination was a comprehensive test of candidates' English language proficiency and communication skills. By preparing diligently, practicing regularly, and improving theirlanguage skills in all areas, candidates can increase their chances of success in the exam. It is important for candidates to focus on their strengths and weaknesses, use effective study strategies, and remain calm and focused during the exam to achieve their desired results.篇3Analysis of 2018 Shaanxi Independent College Entrance Examination English PaperIntroduction:The 2018 Shaanxi Independent College Entrance Examination English Paper was conducted on [date] and tested students on their proficiency in the English language. This paper consisted of four sections: Listening, Reading Comprehension, Writing, and Translation. Below is a detailed analysis of each section.Listening:The Listening section of the exam featured a variety of audio clips, including conversations, lectures, and news reports. Students were required to answer multiple-choice questions based on the information they heard. The difficulty level of the listening material ranged from easy to moderate, testingstudents' ability to understand different accents and speech patterns.Reading Comprehension:The Reading Comprehension section consisted of several passages on a range of topics, including science, literature, and history. Students had to answer a series of questions based on the information in the passages. The questions included both multiple-choice and short answer formats, testing students' ability to comprehend and analyze written English text.Writing:In the Writing section, students were asked to write an essay on a given topic. The prompt required students to express their opinions and support them with relevant examples and arguments. Students were also expected to demonstrate a strong command of English grammar, vocabulary, and sentence structure in their writing.Translation:The Translation section tested students' ability to accurately translate English sentences into Chinese. This section required students to have a good understanding of both languages and be able to convey the meaning of the original text accurately.Overall, the 2018 Shaanxi Independent College Entrance Examination English Paper was a comprehensive test of students' English language skills. It challenged students to demonstrate their listening comprehension, reading ability, writing proficiency, and translation skills. Students who performed well on this exam showed a strong command of the English language and a high level of proficiency in all four language skills.。
西安石油大学 英语4题库阅读检索(4级)
四级0.50 – 0.591. Use of the mass media as a teaching instrument in the classroom2. Einstein was born m Ulm, Germany on Mar3. By the first century A D., historians say, the Chinese had some knowledge4. The secret of being born lucky is a summer birthday,5. Internet use appears to cause a decline in psychological well-being6. As I wake up every week day, I find it so hard to get out of bed7. In the 1970s the prices of most things Americans buy more than doubled.8. Celine is a proud Canadian. That is why she has sung our national anthem9. After having propounded (提出) his famous theory,10. Laptop computers are popular all over the world.11. The Internet has led to a huge increase in credit-card fraud.12. If a physicist in Houston has his way you”ll be able to say good-bye13. Who takes care of the elderly in the United States today14. I once knew a young man, nineteen years of age,0.6 –0.691. Relations between the United States and Colombia suffered for many years2. He was born opposite Queen Anne, in Anne Arundel County3. One of the most important goals of education is the achievement4. The U. S. generates about four billion tons of solid wastes a year5. America has long had the reputation of being a “land of opportunity”,6. Psychology and sociology both belong to social sciences,7. Man’s best friend is color-blind, but, fortunately,8. Europe’s population will continue to decline for decades9. Basketball and baseball are sports that are very much alike10. Shots ring out in South Central Los Angeles.11. Albert Einstein was a German-American physicist12. In the 1950s and 1960s a number of far-reaching changes occurred13. Halloween (万圣节) had its origins in the festival of Samhain14. Brazil has become one of the developing countries15. Human wants seem endless.0.70 – 0.791. The Library of Congress is America's national library2. People are fascinated by robots.3. Industrial pollution is not only a problem for the countries4. Although machines have been around for a long time5. Life is difficult6. People who sleep about seven hours a night live the longest7. Japanese officials are struggling to prevent the spread of mad cow disease.8. An evergreen tree, often a pine or fir (冷杉),9. Sony was incorporated in 1946 as Tokyo Telecommunications10. Internet is a system architecture that has revolutionized communication11. Mitchell attended Washington Seminary (神学院) in her native Atlanta12. The Great Wall of China is considered to be the only man-made project13. Why are Arabic figures used everywhere in the world?0.80 ---1. POINT and click, point and click. This is the hour after I finish my homework2. Government officials say there are about two-million-three-hundred-thousand3. It is commonly believed in the United States that school is where4. The story of Diego Maradona, the Argentinean football player,。