大学英语四六级 考试真题及参考答案

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2024年6月大学英语六级考试真题和答案(第1套)

2024年6月大学英语六级考试真题和答案(第1套)

2024年6月大学英语六级考试真题和答案(第1套)Part I Writing (30 minutes)Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write an essay that begins with the sentence “There is a growing awareness of the importance of digital literacy and skills in today’s world.” You can make comments, cite examples or use your personal experiences to develop your essay. You should write at least 150 words but no more than 200 words. You should copy the sentence given in quotes at the beginning of your essay.Part Ⅱ Listening Comprehension (30 minutes)Section ADirections:In this section, you will hear two long conversations. At the end of each conversation, you will hear four questions. Both the conversation and the questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a question, you must choose the best answer from the four choices marked A), B), C) and D). Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 1 with a single line through the centre.Questions 1 to 4 are based on the conversation you have just heard.1. A) Reply to the man’s last proposal within a short time.B) Sign the agreement if one small change is made to it.C) Make a sponsorship deal for her client at the meeting.D) Give the man some good news regarding the contract.2. A) They are becoming impatient.B) They are afraid time is running out.C) They are used to making alterations.D) They are concerned about the details.3. A) To prevent geographical discrimination.B) To tap the food and beverage market.C) To avoid any conflict of interest.D) To reduce unfair competition.4. A) It is a potential market for food and beverage.B) It is very attractive for real estate developers.C) It is a negligible market for his company.D) It is very different from other markets.Questions 5 to 8 are based on the conversation you have just heard.5. A) They are thrilled by a rare astronomic phenomenon.B) They are celebrating a big event on mountain tops.C) They are enthusiastic about big science-related stories.D) They are joined by astronomers all across North America.6. A) It will be the most formidable of its kind in over a century.B) It will come closest to Earth in more than one hundred years.C) It will eclipse many other such events in human history.D) It will be seen most clearly from Denver’s mountain tops.7. A) A blur.B) Stars.C) The edge of our galaxy.D) An ordinary flying object.8. A) Use professional equipment.B) Climb to the nearby heights.C) Fix their eyes due north.D) Make use of phone apps.Section BDirections: In this section, you will hear two passages. At the end of each passage, you will hear three or four questions. Both the passage and the questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a question, you must choose the best answer from the four choices marked A),B),C) and D). Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 1 with a single line through the centre.Questions 9 to 11 are based on the passage you have just heard.9. A) Whether consumers should be warned against ultra-processed foods.B) Whether there is sufficient scientific consensus on dietary guidelines.C) Whether guidelines can form the basis for nutrition advice to consumers.D) Whether food scientists will agree on the concept of ultra-processed foods.10. A) By the labor cost for the final products.B) By the degree of industrial processing.C) By the extent of chemical alteration.D) By the convention of classification.11. A) Increased consumers’ expenses.B) Greater risk of chronic diseases.C) People’s misunderstanding of nutrition.D) Children’s dislike for unprocessed foods.Questions 12 to 15 are based on the passage you have just heard.12. A) They begin to think of the benefits of constraints.B) They try to seek solutions from creative people.C) They try hard to maximize their mental energy.D) They begin to see the world in a different way.13. A) It is characteristic of all creative people.B) It is essential to pushing society forward.C) It is a creative person’s response to limitation.D) It is an impetus to socio-economic development.14. A) Scarcity or abundance of resources has little impact on people’s creativity.B) Innovative people are not constrained in connecting unrelated concepts.C) People have no incentive to use available resources in new ways.D) Creative people tend to consume more available resources.15. A) It is key to a company’s survival.B) It shapes and focuses problems.C) It is essential to meeting challenges.D) It thrives best when constrained.Section CDirections: In this section, you will hear three recordings of lectures or talks followed by three or four questions. The recordings will be played only once. After you hear a question, you must choose the best answer from the four choices marked A), B), C) and D). Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 1 with a single line through the centre.Questions 16 to 18 are based on the recording you have just heard.16. A) Because they are learned.B) Because they come naturally.C) Because they have to be properly personalized.D) Because there can be more effective strategies.17. A) The extent of difference and of similarity between the two sides.B) The knowledge of the specific expectation the other side holds.C) The importance of one’s goals and of the relationship.D) The approaches one adopts to conflict management.18. A) The fox.B) The owl.C) The shark.D) The turtle.Questions 19 to 21 are based on the recording you have just heard.19. A) Help save species from extinction and boost human health.B) Understand how plants and animals perished over the past.C) Help gather information publicly available to researchers.D) Find out the cause of extinction of Britain’s 66,000 species.20. A) It was once dominated by dinosaurs.B) It has entered the sixth mass extinction.C) Its prospects depend on future human behaviour.D) Its climate change is aggravated by humans.21. A) It dwarfs all other efforts to conserve, protect and restorebiodiversity on earth.B) It is costly to get started and requires the joint efforts of thousands of scientists.C) It can help to bring back the large numbers of plants and animals that have gone extinct.D) It is the most exciting, most relevant, most timely and most internationally inspirational.Questions 22 to 25 are based on the recording you have just heard.22. A) Cultural identity.B) Social evolution.C) The Copernican revolution.D) Human individuality.23. A) It is a delusion to be disposed of.B) It is prevalent even among academics.C) It is a myth spread by John Donne’s poem.D) It is rooted in the mindset of the 17th century.24. A) He believes in Copernican philosophical doctrines about the universe.B) He has gained ample scientific evidence at the University of Reading.C) He has found that our inner self and material self are interconnected.D) He contends most of our body cells can only live a few days or weeks.25. A) By coming to see how disruptive such problems have got to be.B) By realising that we all can do our own bit in such endeavours.C) By becoming aware that we are part of a bigger world.D) By making joint efforts resolutely and persistently.Part III Reading Comprehension (40 minutes)Section ADirections: In this section, there is a passage with ten blanks. You are required to select one word for each blank from a list of choices given in a word bank following the passage. Read the passage through carefully before making your choices. Each choice in the bank is identified by a letter. Please mark the corresponding letter for each item on Answer Sheet 2with a single line through the centre. You may not use any of the words in the bank more than once.It’s quite remarkable how different genres of music can spark unique feelings, emotions, and memories. Studies have shown that music can reduce stress and anxiety before surgeries and we are all attracted toward our own unique life soundtrack.If you’re looking to____26____stress, you might want to give classical music a try.The sounds of classical music produce a calming effectletting____27____pleasure-inducing dopamine (多巴胺) in the brain thathelps control attention, learning and emotional responses.It can also turn down the body’s stress response, resulting in an overall happier mood. It turns out a pleasant mood can lead to____28____in a person’s thinking.Although there are many great____29____of classical music like Bach, Beethoven and Handel, none of these artists’ music seems to have the same health effects as Mozart’s does. According to researchers, listening to Mozart can increase brain wave activity and improve____30____function. Another study found that the distinctive features of Mozart’s music trigger parts of the brain that are responsible for high-level mental functions. Even maternity____31____use Mozart to help newborn babies adapt to life outside of the mother’s belly.It has been found that listening to classical music____32____reduces a person’s blood pressure. Researchers believe that the calming sounds of classical music may help your heart____33____from stress. Classical music can also be a great tool to help people who have trouble sleeping. One study found that students who had trouble sleeping slept better while they were listening to classical music.Whether classical music is something that you listen to on a regular basis or not, it wouldn’t____34____to take time out of your day to listen to music that you find____35____. You will be surprised at how good it makes you feel and the potentially positive change in your health.A) alleviateB) clarityC) cognitiveD) composersE) hurtF) inhibitingG) interrogationH) intrinsicallyI) looseJ) majesticK) mandatoryL) recoverM) significantlyN) soothingO) wardsSection BDirections: In this section, you are going to read a passage with ten statements attached to it. Each statement contains information given in one of the paragraphs. Identify the paragraph from which the information is derived. You may choose a paragraph more than once. Each paragraph is marked with a letter. Answer the questions by marking the correspondingletter on Answer Sheet 2.The Curious Case of the Tree That Owns ItselfA) In the city of Athens, Georgia, there exists a rather curious local landmark—a large white oak that is almost universally stated to own itself. Because of this, it is considered one of the most famous trees in the world. So how did this tree come to own itself and the land around it?B) Sometime in the 19th century a Georgian called Colonel William Jackson reportedly took a liking to the said tree and endeavored to protect it from any danger. As to why he loved it so, the earliest documented account of this story is an anonymously written front page article in the Athens Weekly Banner published on August 12, 1890. It states, “Col. Jackson had watched the tree grow from his childhood, and grew to love it almost as he would a human. Its luxuriant leaves and sturdy limbs had often protected him from the heavy rains,and out of its highest branches he had many a time gotten the eggs of the feathered singers.He watched its growth, and when reaching a ripe old age he saw the tree standing in its magnificent proportions, he was pained to think that after his death it would fall into the hands of those who might destroy it.”C) Towards this end, Jackson transferred by means of a deed ownership of the tree and a little land around it to the tree itself. The deed read, “W. H. Jackson for and in consideration of the great affection which he bears the said tree, and his great desire to see it protected has conveyed unto the said oak tree entire possession of itself and of all land within eight feet of it on all sides.”D) In time, the tree came to be something of a tourist attraction, known as The Tree That Owns Itself. However, in the early 20th century, the tree started showing signs of its slow death,with little that could be done about it. Father time comes for us all eventually, even our often long lived, tall and leafy fellow custodians (看管者) of Earth. Finally, on October 9,1942, the over 30 meter tall and 200-400 year old tree fell, rumor has it, as a result of a severe windstorm and/or via having previously died and its roots rotted.E) About four years later, members of the Junior Ladies Garden Club (who’d tended to the tree before its unfortunate death) tracked down a small tree grown from a nut taken from the original tree. And so it was that on October 9, 1946, under the direction of Professor Roy Bowden of the College of Agriculture at the University of Georgia, this little tree was transplanted to the location of its ancestor. A couple of months later, an official ceremony was held featuring none other than the Mayor of Athens, Robert L McWhorter, to commemorate the occasion.F) This new tree became known as The Son of the Tree That Owns Itself and it was assumed that, as the original tree’s heir, it naturally inherited the land it stood on. Of course, there are many dozens of othertrees known to exist descending from the original, as people taking a nut from it to grow elsewhere was a certainty. Thatsaid, to date, none of the original tree’s other children have petitioned the courts for their share of the land, so it seems all good. In any event, The Son of the Tree That Owns Itself still stands today, though often referred to simply as The Tree That Owns Itself.G) This all brings us around to whether Jackson ever actually gave legal ownership of the tree to itself in the first place and whether such a deed is legally binding.H) Well, to begin with, it turns out Jackson only spent about three years of his life in Athens,starting at the age of 43 from 1829 to 1832, sort of dismissing the idea that he loved the tree from spending time under it as a child and watching it grow, and then worrying about what would happen to it after he died. Further, an extensive search of land ownership records in Athens does not seem to indicate Jackson ever owned the land the tree sits on.I) He did live on a lot of land directly next to it for those three years, but whether he owned that land or not isn’t clear. Whatever the case, in 1832 a four acre parcel, which included the land the tree was on and the neighboring land Jackson lived on, among others, was sold to University professor Malthus A Ward. In the transaction, Ward was required to pay Jackson a sum of $1,200 (about $31,000 today), either for the property itself or simply in compensation for improvements Jackson had made on the lot. In the end, whether he ever owned the neighboring lot or was simply allowed to use it while he allegedly worked at the University, he definitely never owned the lot the tree grew on, which is the most important bit for the topic at hand.J) After Professor Ward purchased the land, Jackson and his family purchased a 655 acre parcel a few miles away and moved there. Ten years later, in 1844, Jackson seemed to have come into financial difficulties and had his little plantation seized by the Clarke County Sheriff’s office and auctioned off to settle the mortgage. Thus, had he owned some land in Athens itself, including the land the tree sat on, presumably he would have sold it to raise funds or otherwise had it taken as well.K) And whatever the case there, Jackson would have known property taxes needed to be paid on the deeded land for the tree to be truly secure in its future. Yet no account or record indicates any trust or the like was set up to facilitate this.L) On top of all this, there is no hard evidence such a deed ever existed, despite the fact that deed records in Athens go back many decades before Jackson’s death in 1876 and that it was supposed to have existed in 1890 in the archives according to the original anonymous news reporter who claims to have seen it.M) As you might imagine from all of this, few give credit to this sideof the story. So how did all of this come about then?N) It is speculated to have been invented by the imagination of the said anonymous author at the Athens Weekly Banner in the aforementioned 1890 front page article titled “Deeded to Itself”, which by the way contained several elements that are much more easily proved to be false. As to why the author would do this, it’s speculated perhaps it was a 19th century version of a click-bait thought exercise on whether it would be legal for someone to deed such a non-conscious living thing to itself or not.O) Whatever the case, the next known instance of the Tree That Owns Itself being mentioned wasn’t until 1901 in the Centennial Edition of that same paper, the Athens Weekly Banner. This featured another account very clearly just copying the original article published about a decade before, only slightly reworded. The next account was in 1906, again in the Athens Weekly Banner, again very clearly copying the original account, only slightly reworded, the 19th century equivalent of re-posts when the audience has forgotten about the original.36. Jackson was said to have transferred his ownership of the oak tree to itself in order to protect it from being destroyed.37. No proof has been found from an extensive search that Jackson had ever owned the land where the oak tree grew.38. When it was raining heavily, Jackson often took shelter under a big tree that is said to own itself.39. There is no evidence that Jackson had made arrangements to pay property taxes for the land on which the oak tree sat.40. Professor Ward paid Jackson over one thousand dollars when purchasinga piece of land from him.41. It is said the tree that owned itself fell in a heavy windstorm.42. The story of the oak tree is suspected to have been invented as a thought exercise.43. Jackson’s little plantation was auctioned off to settle his debt in the mid-19th century.44. An official ceremony was held to celebrate the transplanting of a small tree to where its ancestor had stood.45. The story of the Tree That Owns Itself appeared in the local paper several times, with slight alterations in wording.Section CDirections:There are 2 passages in this section. Each passage is followed by some questions or unfinished statements. For each of them there are four choices marked A), B), C) and D). You should decide on the best choice and mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 2 with a single line through the centre.Passage OneQuestions 46 to 50 are based on the following passage.It is irrefutable that employees know the difference between right and wrong. So why don’t more employees intervene when they see someone exhibiting at-risk behavior in the workplace?There are a number of factors that influence whether people intervene. First, they need to be able to see a risky situation beginning to unfold. Second, the company’s culture needs to make them feel safe to speak up. And third, they need to have the communication skills to say something effectively.This is not strictly a workplace problem; it’s a growing problem off the job too. Every day people witness things on the street and choose to stand idly by. This is known as the bystander effect—the more people who witness an event, the less likely anyone in that group is to help the victim. The psychology behind this is called diffusion of responsibility. Basically, the larger the crowd, the more people assume that someone else will take care of it—meaning no one effectively intervenes or acts in a moment of need.This crowd mentality is strong enough for people to evade their known responsibilities. But it’s not only frontline workers who don’t make safety interventions in the workplace. There are also instances where supervisors do not intervene either.When a group of employees sees unsafe behavior not being addressed at a leadership level it creates the precedent that this is how these situations should be addressed, thus defining the safety culture for everyone.Despite the fact that workers are encouraged to intervene when they observe unsafe operations, this happens less than half of the time. Fear is the ultimate factor in not intervening. There is a fear of penalty, a fear that they’ll have to do more work if they intervene. Unsuccessful attempts in the past are another strong contributing factor to why people don’t intervene—they tend to prefer to defer that action to someone else for all future situations.On many worksites, competent workers must be appointed. Part of their job is to intervene when workers perform a task without the proper equipment or if the conditions are unsafe. Competent workers are also required to stop work from continuing when there’s a danger.Supervisors also play a critical role. Even if a competent person isn’t required, supervisors need a broad set of skills to not only identify and alleviate workplace hazards but also build a safety climate within their team that supports intervening and open communication among them.Beyond competent workers and supervisors, it’s important to educate everyone within the organization that they are obliged to intervene ifthey witness a possible unsafe act, whether you’re a designated competent person, a supervisor or a frontline worker.46. What is one of the factors contributing to failure of intervention in face of risky behavior in the workplace?A) Slack supervision style.B) Unfavorable workplace culture.C) Unforeseeable risk.D) Blocked communication.47. What does the author mean by “diffusion of responsibility” (Line 4, Para. 3)?A) The more people are around, the more they need to worry about their personal safety.B) The more people who witness an event, the less likely anyone will venture to participate.C) The more people idling around on the street, the more likely they need taking care of.D) The more people are around, the less chance someone will step forward to intervene.48. What happens when unsafe behavior at the workplace is not addressed by the leaders?A) No one will intervene when they see similar behaviors.B) Everyone will see it as the easiest way to deal with crisis.C) Workers have to take extra caution executing their duties.D) Workers are left to take care of the emergency themselves.49. What is the ultimate reason workers won’t act when they see unsafe operations?A) Preference of deferring the action to others.B) Anticipation of leadership intervention.C) Fear of being isolated by coworkers.D) Fear of having to do more work.50. What is critical to ensuring workplace safety?A) Workers be trained to operate their equipment properly.B) Workers exhibiting at-risk behavior be strictly disciplined.C) Supervisors create a safety environment for timely intervention.D) Supervisors conduct effective communication with frontline workers.Passage TwoQuestions 51 to 55 are based on the following passage.The term “environmentalist” can mean different things. It used to refer to people trying to protect wildlife and natural ecosystems. In the 21st century, the term has evolved to capture the need to combat human-made climate change.The distinction between these two strands of environmentalism is thecause of a split within the scientific community about nuclear energy.On one side are purists who believe nuclear power isn’t worth the risk and the exclusive solution to the climate crisis is renewable energy. The opposing side agrees that renewables are crucial, but says society needs an amount of power available to meet consumers’ basic demands when the sun isn’t shining and the wind isn’t blowing. Nuclear energy, being far cleaner than oil, gas and coal, is a natural option, especially where hydroelectric capacity is limited.Leon Clarke, who helped author reports for the UN’s Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, isn’t an uncritical supporter of nuclear energy, but says it’s a valuable option to have if we’re serious about reaching carbon neutrality.“Core to all of this is the degree to which you think we can actually meet climate goals with 100% renewables,” he said. “If you don’t believe we can do it, and you care about the climate, you are forced to think about something like nuclear.”The achievability of universal 100% renewability is similarly contentious. Cities such as Burlington, Vermont, have been “100% renewable” for years. But these cities often have small populations, occasionally still rely on fossil fuel energy and have significant renewable resources at their immediate disposal. Meanwhile, countries that manage to run off renewables typically do so thanks to extraordinary hydroelectric capabilities.Germany stands as the best case study for a large, industrialized country pushing into green energy. Chancellor Angela Merkel in 2011 announced Energiewende, an energy transition that would phase out nuclear and coal while phasing in renewables. Wind and solar power generation has increased over 400% since 2010, and renewables provided 46% of the country’s electricity in 2019.But progress has halted in recent years. The instability of renewables doesn’t just mean energy is often not produced at night, but also that solar and wind can overwhelm the grid during the day, forcing utilities to pay customers to use their electricity. Lagging grid infrastructure struggles to transport this overabundance of green energy from Germany’s north to its industrial south, meaning many factories still run on coal and gas. The political limit has also been reached in some places, with citizens meeting the construction of new wind turbines with loud protests.The result is that Germany’s greenhouse gas emissions have fallen by around 11.5% since 2010—slower than the EU average of 13.5%.51. What accounts for the divide within the scientific community about nuclear energy?A) Attention to combating human-made climate change.B) Emphasis on protecting wildlife and natural ecosystems.C) Evolution of the term ‘green energy’ over the last century.D) Adherence to different interpretations of environmentalism.52. What is the solution to energy shortage proposed by purists’opponents?A) Relying on renewables firmly and exclusively.B) Using fossil fuel and green energy alternately.C) Opting for nuclear energy when necessary.D) Limiting people’s non-basic consumption.53. What point does the author want to make with cities like Burlington as an example?A) It is controversial whether the goal of the whole world’s exclusive dependence on renewables is attainable.B) It is contentious whether cities with large populations have renewable resources at their immediate disposal.C) It is arguable whether cities that manage to run off renewables have sustainable hydroelectric capabilities.D) It is debatable whether traditional fossil fuel energy can be done away with entirely throughout the world.54. What do we learn about Germany regarding renewable energy?A) It has increased its wind and solar power generation four times over the last two decades.B) It represents a good example of a major industrialized country promoting green energy.C) It relies on renewable energy to generate more than half of its electricity.D) It has succeeded in reaching the goal of energy transition set by Merkel.55. What may be one of the reasons for Germany’s progress having halted in recent years?A) Its grid infrastructure’s capacity has fallen behind its development of green energy.B) Its overabundance of green energy has forced power plants to suspend operation during daytime.C) Its industrial south is used to running factories on conventional energy supplies.D) Its renewable energy supplies are unstable both at night and during the day.Part IV Translation (30 minutes)Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to translate a passage from Chinese into English. You should write your answer on Answer Sheet 2.中国的传统婚礼习俗历史悠久,从周朝开始就逐渐形成了一套完整的婚礼仪式,有些一直沿用至今。

2023年3月大学英语四六考试部分真题及答案(考生回忆版)

2023年3月大学英语四六考试部分真题及答案(考生回忆版)

四级听力答案1.A)A proposed policy allowing Africans to travelin Africa without a visa .2.C)lt will reduce the cost of trade between African countries.3.D)Pumping carbon dioxide underground to form stone.4.C)High consumptionof water5.B)It has been on the decline6.D)They favor diets lower in calories7.B)They spend less time eating breakfast.8.A)After the rush hour.9.C)One window seat.10.B)At the far end of the platform.11.D)Give the ticket to the train guard.12.C)Nearly all ofthem closed down decades ago.13.A)lt shows foreign movies exclusively.14.B)They don't speak foreign languages.15.D)They have an English translation on the screen.16.B)She incorporates smartphones into her teaching.17.C)To help children grow up to be professionals.18.A)Use books and pens only.19.D)By helping her brother wash windows.20.A)She dordered a large number of dolls.21.B)They took all of them to the children’hospital.22.A)The time one starts school.23.B)To find causes for differences in the participant's performance.24.D)High-school students.25.C)Risk-taking.四级阅读答案选词填空:lt's a fantasy that goes back centuries:a message in a bottle...答案速查:26.0)alike28.L)delight29.C)suspect30.l)intense31.A)wore32.M)colorful33.H)mess34.B)wildlife35.N)bore信息匹配:36.H)If you care about outside opinions on your name,you should know that a large portion of today's society is annoyed by the hyphenated name.37.D)Most of the time,though,the most popular compromise is to hyphenate your last name and the last name of your groom.38.I)Whether your future husband insisting on your adopting his last name is a red flag to you or not,it is still something that you should take into consideration.39.A)While being married is great and wonderful,the act of getting married can be quite stressful.40.J)One spouse wants a complete name change.The other spouse wants no name change. Hyphenating the two namesis a way for each person to,at least a little bit,“win”the argument.41.B)The act of keeping her own last name was considered taboo and people's eyebrows would raise right of their faces...42.E)lt allows you to stay connected to accomplishments that you achieved before you got married.43.G)At the the time,your name is associated with the identity you've built up and hyphenation allows you to respect that while also respecting tradition and your husband’s family's identity.44.L)At the end ofthe day,whether you each keep your names,...what matters is that you love each other and are going to be joining your lives together.45.F)While tradition is one thing,there isn't any logical reason to completely change your name.仔细阅读:Passage1It's good to be smart...46.A)They can make silly mistakes in straightforward situations.47.B)Too much faith in their ability to think.48.D)They may get offended.49.A)They may suffer in their professional and private life.50.C)They are under increasing pressure.Passage2Of the endless troubles that come with being...51.D)To help them to meet new employment standards.52.A)lt provides refugees with a wide range of courses free of charge.53.D)Refugees find it more difficult to get a job.54.C)Lack of language skills.55.B)They benefited most ofthe learners3四级翻译题目第一套近年来,越来越多的年轻人喜爱各种形式的自助旅游。

大学英语四六级-考试真题及参考答案

大学英语四六级-考试真题及参考答案

2016-2017年6月大学英语六级考试真题及参考答案2016-2017年6月大学英语六级考试真题及参考答案一、单选题第1题:It seems somewhat ___________ to expect anyone to drive 3 hours just for a 20-minute meeting.A) eccentric B) impossible C) absurd D) unique【正确答案】:C【参考解析】:无第2题:This area of the park has been specially __________ for children, but accompanying adults are also welcome.A) inaugurated B) designated C) entitled D) delegated【正确答案】:B【参考解析】:无第3题:The girl’s face __________ with embarrassment during the interview when she couldn’t answer the tough question.A) beamed B) dazzled C) radiated D) flushed【正确答案】:A【参考解析】:无第4题:Slavery was __________ in Canada in 1833, and Canadian authorities encouraged the slaves, who escaped from America, to settle on its vast virgin landA) diluted B) dissipated C) abolished D) resigned【正确答案】:B【参考解析】:无第5题:Unfortunately, the new edition of dictionary is __________ in all major bookshops.A) out of reach B) out of stock C) out of business D) out of season【正确答案】:A【参考解析】:无第6题:The hands on my alarm clock are __________, so I can see what time it is in the dark.A) exotic B) gorgeous C) luminous D) spectacular【正确答案】:D【参考解析】:无第7题:Psychologists have done extensive studies on how well patients __________ with doctors’ orders.A) comply B) correspond C) interfere D) interact【正确答案】:A【参考解析】:无第8题:In today’s class, the students were asked to __their mistakes on the exam paper and put in their possible corrections.A) cancel B) omit C)extinguish D)erase【正确答案】:D【参考解析】:无第9题:The Government’s policies will come under close __ in the weeks before the election.A) appreciation B) specification C)scrutiny D)apprehension【正确答案】:C【参考解析】:无第10题:Police and villagers unanimously __the forest fire to thunder and lightning.A) ascribed B) approached C)confirmed D)confined【正确答案】:D【参考解析】:无第11题:In some remote places there are still very poor people who can’t afford to live in __conditions.A) gracious B) decent C)honorable D)positive【正确答案】:A【参考解析】:无第12题:Since our knowledge is __ none of us can exclude the possibility of being wrong.A) controlled B )restrained C)finite D)delicate【正确答案】:C【参考解析】:无第13题:You shouldn’t __your father’s instructions. Anyway he is an experienced teacher.A) deduce B) deliberate C)defy D)denounce【正确答案】:B【参考解析】:无第14题:The company management attempted to __information that was not favorable to them, but it was all in vain.A) suppress B) supplement C)concentrate D)plug【正确答案】:B【参考解析】:无第15题:It is my hope that everyone in this class should __ their errors before it is too late.A) refute B) exclude C)expel D)rectify【正确答案】:D【参考解析】:无第16题:The boy’s foolish question __his mother who was busy with housework and had no interest in talking.A) intrigued B) fascinated C) irritated D)stimulated【正确答案】:B【参考解析】:无第17题:Millions of people around the world have some type of physical, mental, or emotional __ that severely limits their abilities to manage their daily activities.A) scandal B) misfortune C)deficit D)handicap【正确答案】:A【参考解析】:无第18题:It is believed that the feeding patterns parents __ on their children can determine their adolescent and adult eating habits.A) compel B) impose C)evoke D)necessitate【正确答案】:C【参考解析】:无第19题:If the value-added tax were done away with, it would act as a __ to consumption.A) progression B) prime C)stability D)stimulus【正确答案】:D【参考解析】:无第20题:The bride and groom promised to __ each other through sickness and health.A) nourish B) nominate C)roster D)cherish【正确答案】:B【参考解析】:无第21题:They’re going to build a big office b lock on that __ piece of land.A) void B) vacant C)blank D)shallow【正确答案】:D【参考解析】:无第22题:Without any hesitation, she took off her shoes, __up her skirt and splashed across the stream.A) tucked B) revolved C)twisted D)curled【正确答案】:B【参考解析】:无第23题:Very few people could understand his lecture because the subject was very __.A) faint B) obscure C)gloomy D)indefinite【正确答案】:A【参考解析】:无第24题:Professor Smith explained the movement of light__ that of water.A) by analogy with B) by virtue of C)in line with D)in terms of【正确答案】:D【参考解析】:无第25题:Tom is bankrupt now. He is desperate because all his efforts __ failure.A) tumbled to B) hinged upon C)inflicted on D)culminated in【正确答案】:A【参考解析】:无第26题:While fashion is thought of usually __ clothing, it is important to realize that it covers a much wider domain.A) in relation to B) in proportion to C)by means of D)on behalf of【正确答案】:C【参考解析】:无第27题:The meaning of the sentence is __; you can interpret it in several ways.A) skeptical B) intelligible C)ambiguous D)exclusive【正确答案】:A【参考解析】:无第28题:Cancer is a group of diseases in which there is uncontrolled and disordered growth of __ cells.A) irrelevant B) inferior C)controversial D)abnormal【正确答案】:B【参考解析】:无第29题:At that time, the economy was still undergoing a __and job offers were hard to get.A) concession B) supervision C)recession D)deviation【正确答案】:D【参考解析】:无第30题:I could hear nothing but the roar of the airplane engines which __all other sounds.A) overturned B) drowned C)deafened D)smoothed【正确答案】:D【参考解析】:无二、阅读理解第31题:Too many vulnerable child-free adults are being ruthlessly(无情的)manipulated into parent-hood by their parents , who think that happiness among older people depends on having a grand-child to spoil. We need an organization to help beat down the persistent campaigns of grandchildless parents. It’s time to establish Planned Grandparenthood, which would have many global and local benefits.Part of its mission would be to promote the risks and realities associated with being a grandparent. The staff would include depressed grandparents who would explain how grandkids break lamps, bite, scream and kick. Others would detail how an hour of baby-sitting often turns into a crying marathon. More grandparents would testif y that they had to pay for their grandchild’s expensive college education.Planned grandparenthood’s carefully written literature would detail all the joys of life grand-child-free a calm living room, extra money for luxuries during the golden years, etc. Potential grandparents would be reminded that, without grandchildren around, it’s possible to have a conversation with your kids, who----incidentally-----would have more time for their own parents .Meanwhile, most children are vulnerable to the enormous influence exerted by grandchildless parents aiming to persuade their kids to produce children . They will take a call from a persistent parent, even if they’re loaded with works. In addition, some parents make handsome money offers payable upon the grandchi ld’s birth. Sometimes these gifts not only cover expenses associated with the infant’s birth, but extras, too, like a vacation. In any case, cash gifts can weaken the resolve of even the noblest person.At Planned Grandparenthood, children targeted by their parents to reproduce could obtain non-biased information about the insanity of having their own kids. The catastrophic psychological and economic costs of childbearing would be emphasized. The symptoms ofmorning sickness would be listed and horrors of childbirth pictured. A monthly newsletter would contain stories about overwhelmed parents and offer guidance on how childless adults can respond to the different lobbying tactics that would-be grandparents employ.When I think about all the problems of our overpopulated world and look at our boy grabbing at the lamp by the sofa, I wish I could have turned to Planned Grandparenthood when my parents were putting the grandchild squeeze on me.If I could have, I might not be in this parenthood predicament( 窘境) . But here’s the crazy irony, I don’t want my child-free life back . Dylan’s too much fun.1. What’s the purpose of the proposed organization Planned Grandparenthood?A) To encourage childless couples to have children.B) To provide facilities and services for grandchildless parents.C) To offer counseling to people on how to raise grandchildren.D) To discourage people from insisting on having grandchildren.2. Planned Grandparenthood would include depressed grandparents on its staff in order to____.A) show them the joys of life grandparents may have in raising grandchildrenB) draw attention to the troubles and difficulties grandchildren may causeC) share their experience in raising grandchildren in a more scientific wayD) help raise funds to cover the high expense of education for grandchildren3. According to the passage, some couples may eventually choose to have children because_____.A) they find it hard to resist the carrot-and-stick approach of their parentsB) they have learn from other parents about the joys of having childrenC) they feel more and more lonely ad they grow olderD) they have found it irrational to remain childless4.By saying “… my parents were putting the grandchild squeeze on me” (Line 2-3,Para. 6), the author means that _________.A) her parents kept pressuring her to have a childB) her parents liked to have a grandchild in their armsC) her parents asked her to save for the expenses of raising a childD) her parents kept blaming her for her child’s bad behavior5.What does the author really of the idea of having children?A) It does more harm than good.B) It contributes to overpopulation.C) It is troublesome but rewarding.D) It is a psychological catastrophe1小题>、【正确答案】:D2小题>、【正确答案】:D3小题>、【正确答案】:A4小题>、【正确答案】:B5小题>、【正确答案】:C【参考解析】:无第32题:Ask most people how they define the American Dream and chances are they’ll say, “Success.” The dream of individual opportunity has been home in American since Europeans discovered a “new world” in the Western Hemisphere. Early immigrants like Hector St. Jean de Crevecoeur praised highly the freedom and opportunity to be found in this new land. His glowing descriptions of a classless society where anyone could attain success through honesty and hard work fired the imaginations of many European readers: in Letters from an American Farmer (1782) he wrote. “We are all excited at the spirit of an industry which is unfettered (无拘无束的) and unrestrained, because each person works for himself … We have no princes, for whom we toil (干苦力活),starve, and bleed: we are the most perfect society now existing in the world.” The promise of a land where “the rewards of a man’s industry follow with equal steps the progress of his labor” drew poor immigrants from Europe and fueled national expansion into the western territories.Our national mythology (神化) is full of illustration the American success story. There’s Benjamin Franklin, the very model of the self-educated, self-made man, who rose from modest origins to become a well-known scientist, philosopher, and statesman. In the nineteenth century, Horatio Alger, a writer of fiction for young boys, became American’s best-selling author with rags-to-riches tales. The notion of success haunts us: we spend million every year reading about the rich and famous, learning how to “make a fortune in real estate with no money down,” and “dressing for success.” The myth of success has even invaded our personal relationships: today it’s as important to be “successful” in marriage or parenthoods as it is to come out on top in business.But dre ams easily turn into nightmares. Every American who hopes to “make it” also knows the fear of failure, because the myth of success inevitably implies comparison between the haves and the have-nots, the stars and the anonymous crowd. Under pressure of the myth, we become indulged in status symbols: we try to live in the “right” neighborhoods, wear the “right” clothes, eat the “right” foods. These symbols of distinction assure us and others that we believe strongly in the fundamental equality of all, yet strive as hard as we can to separate ourselves from our fellow citizens.1. What is the essence of the American Dream according to Crevecoeur?A) People are free to develop their power of imagination.B) People who are honest and work hard can succeed.C) People are free from exploitation and oppression.D) People can fully enjoy individual freedom.2.By saying “the rewards of a man’s industry follow with equal steps the progress of his labor” (Line 10, Para. 1), the author means __________ .A) the more diligent one is, the bigger his returnsB) laborious work ensures the growth of an industryC) a man’s business should be developed step by stepD) a company’s success depends on its employees’ hard work3. The characters described in Horatio Alger’s novel s are people who _______.A) succeed in real estate investmentB) earned enormous fortunes by chancesC) became wealthy after starting life very poorD) became famous despite their modest origins4. It can be inferred from the last sentence of the second paragraph that _________.A) business success often contributes to a successful marriageB) Americans wish to succeed in every aspect of lifeC) good personal relationships lead to business successD) successful business people provide good care for their children5. What is the paradox of American culture according to the author?A) The American road to success is full of nightmares.B) Status symbols are not a real indicator of a person’s wealth.C) The American Dream is nothing but an empty dream.D) What Americans strive after often contradicts their beliefs.1小题>、【正确答案】:A2小题>、【正确答案】:C3小题>、【正确答案】:B4小题>、【正确答案】:A5小题>、【正确答案】:D【参考解析】:无第33题:Public distrust of scientists stems in part from the blurring of boundaries between science and technology, between discovery and manufacture. Most government, perhaps all governments, justify public expenditure on scientific research in terms of the economic benefits the scientific enterprise ha brought in the past and will bring in the future. Politicians remind their voters of the splendid machines ‘our scientists’ have invented, the new drugs to relieve old ailments (病痛), and the new surgical equipment and techniques by which previously intractable (难治疗的) conditions may now be treated and lives saved. At the same time, the politicians demand of scientists that they tailor their research to ‘economics needs’, that they award a higher priority to research proposals that are ‘near the market’ and can be translated into the greatest return on investment in the shortest time. Dependent, as they are, on politicians for much of their funding, scientists have little choice but to comply. Like the rest of us, they are members of a society that rates the creation of wealth as the greatest possible good. Many have reservations, but keep them to themselves in what they perceive as a climate hostile to the pursuit of understanding for its own sake and the idea of an inquiring, creative spirit.In such circumstances no one should be too hard on people who are suspicious of conflicts of interest. When we learn that the distinguished professor assuring us of the safety of a particularproduct holds a consultancy with the company making it, we cannot be blamed for wondering whether his fee might conceivably cloud his professional judgment. Even if the professor holds no consultancy with any firm, some people many still distrust him because of his association with those who do, or at least wonder about the source of some his research funding.This attitude can have damaging effects. It questions the integrity of individuals working in a profession that prizes intellectual honesty as the supreme virtue, and plays into the hands of those who would like to discredit scientists by representing then a venal (可以收买的). This makes it easier to dismiss all scientific pronouncements, but especially those made by the scientists who present themselves as ‘experts’. The scientist most likely to understand the safety of a nuclear reactor, for example, is a nuclear engineer declares that a reactor is unsafe, we believe him, because clearly it is not to his advantage to lie about it. If he tells us it is safe, on the other hand, we distrust him, because he may well be protecting the employer who pays his salary.1. What is the chief concern of most governments when it comes to scientific research?A) Support from the votes.B) The reduction of public expenditure.C) Quick economics returns.D) The budget for a research project.2. Scientist have to adapt their research to ‘economic needs’ in order to _________ .A) impress the public with their achievementsB) pursue knowledge for knowledge’s sakeC) obtain funding from the governmentD) translate knowledge into wealth3. Why won’t scientists complain about the government’s po licy concerning scientific research?A) They think they work in an environment hostile to the free pursuit of knowledge.B) They are accustomed to keeping their opinions to themselves.C) They know it takes patience to win support from the public.D) They think compliance with government policy is in the interests of the public.4. According to the author, people are suspicious of the professional judgment of scientists because ___________ .A) their pronouncements often turn out to be wrongB) sometimes they hide the source of their research fundingC) some of them do not give priority to intellectual honestyD) they could be influenced by their association with the project concerned5. Why does the author say that public distrust of scientists can have damaging effects?A) It makes things difficult for scientists seeking research funds.B) People would not believe scientists even when they tell the truth.C) It may dampen the enthusiasm of scientists for independent research.D) Scientists themselves may doubt the value of their research findings1小题>、【正确答案】:D2小题>、【正确答案】:B3小题>、【正确答案】:C4小题>、【正确答案】:B5小题>、【正确答案】:C【参考解析】:无第34题:In many ways, today’s business environment has changed qualitatively since the late 1980s. The end of the Cold War radically altered the very nature of the world’s politics and economics. In just a few short years, globalization has started a variety of trends with profound consequences: the opening of markets, true global competition, widespread deregulation (解除政府对……的控制) of industry, and an abundance of accessible capital. We have experienced both the benefits and risks of a truly global economy, with both Wall Street and Main Street (平民百姓) feeling the pains of economic disorder half a world away.At the same time, we have fully entered the Information Age, Starting breakthroughs in information technology have irreversibly altered the ability to conduct business unconstrained by the traditional limitations of time or space. Today, it’s almost impossible to imagine a world without intranets, e-mail, and portable computers. With stunning speed, the Internet is profoundly changing the way we work, shop, do business, and communicate.As a consequence, we have truly entered the Post-Industrial economy. We are rapidly shifting from an economy based on manufacturing and commodities to one that places the greatest value on information, services, support, and distribution. That shift, in turn, place an unprecedented premium on “knowledge workers,” a new class of wealthy, educated, and mobi le people who view themselves as free agents in a seller’s market.Beyond the realm of information technology, the accelerated pace of technological change in virtually every industry has created entirely new business, wiped out others, and produced a Pervasive( 广泛的) demand for continuous innovation. New product, process ,and distribution technologies provide powerful levers for creating competitive value. More companies are learning the importance of destructive technologies-----innovations that hold the potential to make a product line, or even an entire business segment, virtually outdated.Another major trend has been the fragmentation of consumer and business markets. There’s a growing appreciation that superficially similar groups of customers may have very different preferences in terms of what they want to buy and how they want to buy it. Now, new technology makes it easier, faster ,and cheaper to identify and serve targeted micro-markets in ways that were physically impossible or prohibitively expensive in the past. Moreover, the trend feeds on itself, a business’s ability to serve sub-markets fuels customers’ appetites for more and more specialized offerings.1. According to the first paragraph, the chances in the business environment in the past decades can be attributed to __________.A) technological advancesB) worldwide economic disorderC) the fierce competition in industryD) the globalization of economy2. what idea does the author want to convey in the second paragraph ?A) The rapid development of information technology has taken businessmen by surpriseB) Information technology has removed the restrictions of time and space in business transactionsC) The Internet, intranets, e-mail, and portable computers have penetrated every corner of the world.D) The way we do business today has brought about startling breakthroughs in information technology.3. If a business wants to thrive in the Post-Industrial economy__________A) it has to invest more capital in the training of free agents to operate in a seller’s marketB) it should try its best to satisfy the increasing demands of mobile knowledgeable peopleC) it should not overlook the importance of information, services, support, and distributionD) it has to provide each of its employees with the latest information about the changing market4. In the author’s view, destructive technologies are innovations which _________A) can eliminate an entire business segmentB) demand a radical change in providing servicesC) may destroy the potential of a company to make any profitD) call for continuous improvement in ways of doing business5. With the fragmentation of consumer and business markets ______________A) an increasing number of companies have disintegratedB) manufacturers must focus on one special product to remain competitive in the marketC) it is physically impossible and prohibitively expensive to do business in the old wayD) businesses have to meet individual customers’ specific needs in order to succeed .1小题>、【正确答案】:D2小题>、【正确答案】:B3小题>、【正确答案】:C4小题>、【正确答案】:B5小题>、【正确答案】:D【参考解析】:略。

全国大学英语CET六级考试试卷及答案指导(2024年)

全国大学英语CET六级考试试卷及答案指导(2024年)

2024年全国大学英语CET六级考试自测试卷及答案指导一、写作(15分)WritingSuppose you are planning to go to a university abroad for further study. Write an email to your friend to express your intention and seek for advice. You should write about 100 words on the ANSWER SHEET 2.Do not sign your own name at the end of the letter. Use “Zhang Wei” instead. You do not need to write the address.You should write neatly on the ANSWER SHEET 2. (10 points)Sample Answer:Dear [Friend’s Name],I hope this email finds you well. I am writing to share with you my plan of studying abroad for further education and I would appreciate it if you could offer me some advice.I have recently applied for admission to [University Name], a prestigious university in [Country], and I am eager to pursue my master’s degree there. The program I am applying for aligns perfectly with my academic interests and career goals.However, I am not entirely sure about the process of studying and living abroad. I would greatly appreciate any tips or insights you might have. For instance, what are the challenges I might face in terms of language, culture, and daily life?I am looking forward to your valuable advice and suggestions. Your experience would be of immense help to me.Best regards,Zhang WeiExplanation:This sample answer follows the structure required for a personal email. It begins with a friendly greeting, followed by the main purpose of the email, which is to share the writer’s intention to study abroad and seek advice.The writer mentions the specific university and program they are interested in, showing a clear goal. They also express their eagerness to pursue their academic and career objectives, which adds context to their decision.The second paragraph requests advice on the challenges of studying and living abroad, indicating that the writer is open to learning from their friend’s experience.Finally, the closing sentence shows gratitude for the friend’s assistance and looks forward to receiving their advice, which is a polite and appropriate way to conclude the email.This response is concise, clear, and directly addresses the requirementsof the prompt.二、听力理解-长对话(选择题,共8分)第一题Part BIn this section, you will hear a long conversation. At the end of the conversation, you will hear some questions. Both the conversation and the questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a question, you must choose the best answer from the four choices marked A), B), C), and D).ConversationM: Hi, Jenny. How was your weekend? I heard you went to the countryside with your family.W: Oh, it was great! We spent the whole day hiking in the mountains. The scenery was just beautiful.M: I bet it was. Did you take any photos?W: Yes, I did. I even managed to take a few shots of some rare wildflowers. They were really stunning.M: That’s awesome. I love wildflowers. Do you think you’ll show them to us when we meet next week?W: Absolutely! I’ll bring them with me. By the way, di d you do anything special last weekend?M: Not really. I just stayed at home and watched some movies. I was reallytired after the week at work.W: Same here. It’s always nice to relax after a busy week.M: Speaking of which, we should plan a trip together soon. How about going to the mountains for a weekend getaway?W: That sounds perfect. I could really use a break from the city.Questions1、What did Jenny do over the weekend?A) She went to the countryside with her family.B) She stayed at home and watched movies.C) She worked overtime at her office.D) She went shopping in the city.2、What did Jenny do with the photos she took?A) She sent them to her friends via email.B) She posted them on social media.C) She brought them to show her friends.D) She deleted them because they were not good.3、Why did Jenny want to go on a trip with her friend?A) She wanted to see the mountains again.B) She was tired of the city life.C) She needed a break from her studies.D) She wanted to show off her new camera.4、What is the conversation mainly about?A) Jenny’s weekend trip.B) The beauty of the countryside.C) The importance of relaxation.D) Planning a trip with friends.Answers:1.A2.C3.B4.A第二题听力原文:A: Hi, Bob. I heard you’re going to take the CET-6 exam this summer. How are you preparing for it?B: Yeah, I’m pretty nervous. I’ve been studying for hours every day, but I’m still not sure if I’m on the right track.A: Well, you know, it’s important to focus on your weak points. What are you struggling with the most?B: I think my listening comprehension is the biggest issue. I often can’t catch the main idea of the conversations in the listening section.A: That’s a common problem. You should practice listening to English news and podcasts to get more exposed to the language. Also, try to summarize what you’ve heard after each passage.B: That sounds good. Do you have any other tips?A: Definitely. Try to improve your vocabulary and grammar as well. A strong foundation in these areas will definitely help.B: Thanks for the advice, Alice. I really appreciate it.选择题:1、What is the main topic of the conversation?A) Preparing for the CET-6 examB) Taking English coursesC) Improving listening skillsD) Discussing exam strategies2、What is Bob’s main problem with the CET-6 exam?A) He struggles with grammar.B) He has difficulty with reading comprehension.C) He’s nervous about the exam.D) He finds the listening section challenging.3、What advice does Alice give Bob to improve his listening skills?A) Focus on reading more English books.B) Practice listening to English news and podcasts.C) Spend more time on vocabulary building.D) Take more English courses.4、What is Bob’s response to Alice’s advice?A) He is confident in his ability to pass the exam.B) He is grateful for Alice’s help.C) He is skeptical about the effectiveness of the advice.D) He is not interested in improving his listening skills.答案:1、A2、D3、B4、B三、听力理解-听力篇章(选择题,共7分)第一题听力篇章You will hear a passage. For questions 1 to 3, choose the best answer from the four choices marked A), B), C) and D). Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 2 with a single line through the centre.Now, listen to the passage.The rise of the Internet has transformed the way we communicate and access information. One of the most significant impacts has been on education, where online learning platforms have become increasingly popular. This has led to a debate on whether online education can replace traditional classroom learning.Questions 1 to 3 are based on the passage you have just heard.1、What is the main topic of the passage?A) The benefits of online education.B) The challenges of online education.C) The debate between online and traditional education.D) The transformation of education due to the Internet.2、According to the passage, what has been the most significant impact of the Internet on education?A) Increased access to information.B) Improved communication skills.C) Enhanced technology in classrooms.D) Decreased need for traditional teachers.3、What is the author’s stance on the debate between online and traditional education?A) The author is strongly in favor of online education.B) The author is strongly against online education.C) The author believes that both methods have their merits and drawbacks.D) The author is unsure about the effectiveness of online education.Answers:1、C2、A3、C第二题PassageIn recent years, the importance of environmental protection has been increasingly recognized worldwide. With the rapid development of industries and urbanization, various environmental issues have arisen, such as air and water pollution, deforestation, and climate change. To address these challenges, many countries have implemented various environmental policies and regulations. However, the effectiveness of these measures is often questioned.1.In the passage, what is the main concern regarding environmental issues?A)The rapid development of industries.B)The increasing number of people living in urban areas.C)The lack of environmental protection measures.2.According to the passage, which of the following is NOT mentioned as an environmental issue?A)Air and water pollution.B)Deforestation.C)Overpopulation.3.What is the main purpose of implementing environmental policies and regulations, as stated in the passage?A)To promote economic growth.B)To address environmental issues.C)To reduce the cost of industries.Answers1.B) The increasing number of people living in urban areas.2.C) Overpopulation.3.B) To address environmental issues.四、听力理解-新闻报道(选择题,共20分)第一题News Item:A new study by the World Health Organization (WHO) reveals that air pollution is a leading cause of death worldwide. The report, released today, states that more than 7 million people die each year from diseases caused or exacerbated by air pollution. The WHO emphasizes that the most affected regions are South Asia and East Asia, where air quality is among the worst in the world. The organization calls for stricter regulations and policies to reduce emissions and improve air quality.Questions:1、How many people die each year from diseases caused or exacerbated by air pollution, according to the WHO report?A) 3 millionB) 5 millionC) 7 millionD) 10 million2、Which regions are identified as the most affected by air pollution?A) North America and EuropeB) South Asia and East AsiaC) Central and South AmericaD) Australia and New Zealand3、What is the primary call to action made by the WHO in response to the report?A) To promote the use of electric vehicles worldwideB) To provide free medical care for air pollution victimsC) To implement stricter regulations and policies to reduce emissionsD) To increase funding for research on air pollutionAnswers:1、C) 7 million2、B) South Asia and East Asia3、C) To implement stricter regulations and policies to reduce emissions第二题News Item:In the following news report, you will hear about a recent development in environmental protection policies. Listen carefully and answer the questions that follow.News Report:Lately, the Chinese government has announced a new set of environmental protection policies aimed at reducing air pollution in major cities. The policies include stricter emission standards for vehicles and industries, as well as a focus on renewable energy sources. The government has set a targetof reducing the amount of smog in cities by 20% within the next five years. Experts believe these measures will significantly improve air quality and public health.Questions:1、What is the main goal of the new environmental protection policies?A) To promote the use of renewable energy sources.B) To reduce the amount of smog in cities by 20% within five years.C) To impose stricter emission standards on vehicles and industries.D) To improve public health in rural areas.2、Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a measure in the new policies?A) Stricter emission standards for vehicles.B) Promotion of nuclear energy.C) Focus on renewable energy sources.D) Reduction of energy consumption in households.3、How does the news report describe the potential impact of these policies?A) They are expected to have little impact on air quality.B) They are believed to significantly improve air quality and public health.C) They are considered too ambitious and may not be achievable.D) They are seen as a step backward in environmental protection efforts.Answers:1、B2、B3、B第三题News ReportA recent report from the Chinese Ministry of Education reveals that the National College English Testing System (CET-6) has been revised to better reflect the actual use of English in the real world. The new exam format is expected to be implemented next year.1、What is the main purpose of the CET-6 revision according to the report?A、To increase the difficulty level of the exam.B、To better reflect the actual use of English.C、To reduce the number of test takers.D、To change the format of the exam.2、When is the new exam format expected to be implemented?A、This year.B、Next year.C、Two years from now.D、Three years from now.3、What does the report indicate about the new CET-6 exam?A、It will focus more on listening and speaking skills.B、It will include more questions about Chinese culture.C、It will have a shorter duration.D、It will have a lower passing score.Answers:1、B2、B3、A五、阅读理解-词汇理解(填空题,共5分)第一题Reading PassageThe rapid development of technology has brought about significant changes in our daily lives. One of the most remarkable advancements is the rise of artificial intelligence (AI). AI has the potential to revolutionize various industries, including healthcare, education, and transportation. In this passage, we will explore the impact of AI on society and the challenges it poses.Questions:1、According to the passage, AI has the potential to revolutionize various industries, including ______.A. healthcareB. educationC. transportationD. All of the above2、The passage mentions that AI can bring about significant changes in ______.A. our daily livesB. our social relationshipsC. our economyD. our environment3、The word “remarkable” in the first paragraph ca n be best replaced by ______.A. noticeableB. extraordinaryC. averageD. insignificant4、The passage discusses the____of AI on society.A. benefitsB. challengesC. both benefits and challengesD. none5、The author of the passage seems to have a____view of AI.A. positiveB. negativeC. neutralD. skepticalAnswers:1、D. All of the above2、A. our daily lives3、B. extraordinary4、C. both benefits and challenges5、A. positive第二题Read the following passage and then fill in each blank with one word from the list below. Write the word you choose in the corresponding space on the Answer Sheet. There are more words than you need.In the digital age, 1 of data has become an integral part of our daily lives. From the moment we wake up, we are surrounded by data. Our smartphones track our every move, and our social media profiles are filled with data about our likes, interests, and connections. However, the sheer volume of data can be over whelming and it’s essential to understand how to manage it effectively.1.(A) Generation (B) Analysis (C) Collection (D) Storage2.(A) devices (B) interactions (C) sources (D) outcomes3.(A) In the past (B) Currently (C) Initially (D) Eventually4.(A) managing (B) reducing (C) analyzing (D) ignoring5.(A) data (B) information (C) knowledge (D) insightsAnswers:1.(C) Collection2.(B) interactions3.(B) Currently4.(A) managing5.(A) data六、阅读理解-长篇阅读(选择题,共10分)第一题Reading PassageIn recent years, the rapid development of technology has brought about significant changes in various aspects of our lives. One of the most notable changes is the impact of technology on education. This passage explores the ways in which technology has transformed the field of education and its implications for students and educators.Technology has revolutionized the way students learn. With the advent of online learning platforms, students can now access a wealth of resources and educational materials from anywhere in the world. This has made education more accessible and flexible, allowing students to learn at their own pace and in their own time. Additionally, interactive tools such as virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) have enhanced the learning experience by providing immersive and engaging educational content.Educators have also benefited from the integration of technology in the classroom. Digital tools and software have simplified administrative tasks, such as grading and record-keeping. Moreover, teachers can now utilize multimedia presentations and videos to make their lessons more dynamic and engaging for students.Despite the numerous advantages, the rapid adoption of technology in education has raised concerns about its potential negative effects. One of the primary concerns is the potential for technology to create a digital divide, where students without access to technology may be at a disadvantage. Another concern is the over-reliance on technology, which could lead to reduced social interaction and a decline in critical thinking skills.The following passage provides more details about the impact of technology on education.Questions1、What is the main purpose of the passage?A. To discuss the benefits of technology in education.B. To highlight the negative effects of technology in education.C. To compare traditional and modern educational methods.D. To argue for the complete replacement of traditional education with technology.2、According to the passage, how has technology changed the accessibility of education?A. It has made education more expensive.B. It has limited access to education.C. It has increased the cost of educational materials.D. It has made education more accessible and flexible.3、What is one way technology has enhanced the learning experience forstudents?A. It has reduced the need for social interaction.B. It has made lessons more passive and unengaging.C. It has provided immersive and engaging educational content.D. It has increased the workload for educators.4、What are two advantages of technology for educators mentioned in the passage?A. It has increased the need for physical classrooms and textbooks.B. It has simplified administrative tasks and made lessons more dynamic.C. It has reduced the need for textbooks and traditional teaching methods.D. It has increased the number of hours educators need to work.5、Which of the following is a concern raised about the use of technology in education?A. It has improved students’ critical thinking skills.B. It has made education more personalized and effective.C. It has created a digital divide and reduced social interaction.D. It has made learning more enjoyable and interactive.Answers1、D2、D3、C4、B5、C第二题Reading PassagesIn the wake of the global pandemic, the importance of public health has come under renewed scrutiny. This article explores the various aspects of public health, from the challenges faced by healthcare systems to the role of technology in improving health outcomes.Passage 1Public health is the science and art of preventing disease, prolonging life, and promoting health through organized efforts and informed choices of society, organizations, public and private, communities, and individuals. The World Healt h Organization (WHO) defines public health as “the science and art of preventing disease, prolonging life, and promoting health through organized efforts and informed choices of society, organizations, public and private, communities, and individuals.”The global pandemic has highlighted the fragility of healthcare systems around the world. Many countries have struggled to cope with the surge in cases, leading to overwhelmed hospitals, exhausted healthcare workers, and shortages of medical supplies. This has underscored the need for strong public health infrastructure, including robust healthcare systems, effective disease surveillance, and efficient emergency response mechanisms.Questions:1、What is the main purpose of public health?A、To provide medical care to individuals.B、To prevent disease, prolong life, and promote health.C、To improve healthcare systems globally.D、To focus on emergency response during pandemics.2、What challenge has the global pandemic highlighted?A、The inefficiency of public health organizations.B、The strength of healthcare systems worldwide.C、The need for more private healthcare facilities.D、The importance of disease surveillance.3、What does the World Health Organization define public health as?A、The science and art of preventing disease, prolonging life, and promoting health.B、The responsibility of healthcare workers during emergencies.C、The role of technology in improving health outcomes.D、The focus on individual health choices.4、Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a challenge faced by healthcare systems during the pandemic?A、Overwhelmed hospitals.B、Exhausted healthcare workers.C、Increased public health awareness.D、Shortages of medical supplies.5、What is the main focus of the article?A、The role of technology in public health.B、The challenges faced by healthcare systems during the pandemic.C、The definition and importance of public health.D、The role of individuals in improving public health.Answers:1、B2、D3、A4、C5、C七、阅读理解-仔细阅读(选择题,共20分)第一题Reading PassageIn the era of digital transformation, the traditional classroom experience has been revolutionized by the integration of technology. Online learning platforms, interactive multimedia, and virtual reality have become integral tools in the educational process. However, with these advancements come challenges that educators and students alike must navigate. This passage discusses some of the key issues associated with the use of technology in education.Paragraph 1The rise of online learning platforms has made education more accessible to students around the world. These platforms offer a wide range of courses, from basic literacy to advanced technical skills, making it possible for individuals to learn at their own pace. However, the convenience of online learning comes with its own set of challenges. One of the most significant concerns is the potential for increased isolation and decreased social interaction among students.Paragraph 2Interactive multimedia has become a staple in modern classrooms. Videos, simulations, and other multimedia tools can help students visualize complex concepts and engage with the material in a more interactive way. However, the use of multimedia can also create a barrier for students with disabilities. For example, individuals with visual impairments may struggle to access information presented in visual formats, while those with hearing impairments may find it difficult to follow along with audio-only content.Paragraph 3Virtual reality (VR) has the potential to revolutionize the way students learn. By immersing students in virtual environments, educators can create realistic simulations that allow students to experience historical events, explore scientific concepts, and even practice medical procedures. However, VR technology is still in its infancy, and it is not yet widely accessible to allstudents. Additionally, the cost of VR hardware and software can be prohibitive for many educational institutions.Paragraph 4While technology offers numerous benefits to the educational process, it also presents several challenges. One of the most pressing concerns is the potential for technology to create a digital divide. Students from low-income families may not have access to the necessary devices or internet connections to fully participate in online learning. Furthermore, the over-reliance on technology can lead to a lack of critical thinking skills and a diminished focus on foundational learning.Questions1、What is one of the main concerns associated with online learning platforms?A. The lack of social interaction among students.B. The difficulty of accessing information in visual formats.C. The high cost of VR technology.D. The limited availability of advanced technical skills.2、How can interactive multimedia create a barrier for students with disabilities?A. It limits the number of courses available to students.B. It makes it difficult for students to follow along with audio-only content.C. It requires students to have advanced technical skills.D. It increases the risk of students becoming isolated.3、What is the potential of virtual reality to revolutionize the way students learn?A. It allows students to practice medical procedures in a virtual environment.B. It increases the risk of students becoming isolated.C. It makes it difficult for students to visualize complex concepts.D. It creates a digital divide among students.4、What is one of the challenges associated with the use of technology in education?A. The potential for technology to create a digital divide.B. The decrease in critical thinking skills among students.C. The difficulty of accessing information in visual formats.D. The lack of social interaction among students.5、What is the main focus of the passage?A. The benefits of online learning platforms.B. The challenges associated with the use of technology in education.C. The importance of critical thinking skills in education.D. The potential of virtual reality to revolutionize the way students learn.Answers1、A2、B3、A4、A5、B第二题Reading PassageIn the digital age, the importance of lifelong learning has never been more evident. As technology advances at an unprecedented rate, the skills and knowledge that were once considered essential can quickly become outdated. This has led to a growing demand for continuous education and professional development.The concept of lifelong learning has been embraced by many industries and educational institutions. Companies recognize that investing in their employees’ education can lead to increased productivity and innovation. Similarly, educational institutions are adapting their curricula to meet the changing needs of students and the job market.One of the key benefits of lifelong learning is that it allows individuals to stay relevant in their fields. Whether it’s learning new software for a tech professional or mastering a new language for a global business leader, continuous education helps individuals keep pace with the latest trends and developments.However, the pursuit of lifelong learning is not without its challenges.The cost of education can be prohibitive, and balancing work, family, and personal commitments can be daunting. Despite these obstacles, the benefits of lifelong learning far outweigh the costs.Below is a text about the impact of lifelong learning on individuals and society. Please read the text carefully and answer the questions that follow.Questions:1、What is the main idea of the first paragraph?A. The rapid advancement of technology necessitates lifelong learning.B. Companies are in vesting in their employees’ education.C. Educational institutions are adapting their curricula.D. Lifelong learning has become a growing trend.2、According to the passage, what is the main purpose of investing in employees’ education for companies?A. To increase the company’s revenue.B. To improve the quality of products and services.C. To keep up with technological advancements.D. To reduce employee turnover.3、What is one of the benefits of lifelong learning mentioned in the passage?A. It helps individuals save money.B. It allows individuals to stay relevant in their fields.C. It ensures a secure retirement.D. It provides a sense of accomplishment.。

大学英语四六级 考试真题及参考答案

大学英语四六级 考试真题及参考答案

之1999年1月大学英语六级考试真题及参考答案1999年1月大学英语六级考试真题及参考答案一、单选题第1题:The Space Age ______ in October 1957 when the first artificial satellite was launched by the Soviet Union.A) initiated B) originated C) embarked D) commenced【正确答案】:D【参考解析】:无第2题:John said that he didn't quite _______ and asked me to repeat what I had said.A) snatch up B) summon up C) catch on D) watch out【正确答案】:C【参考解析】:无第3题:When he tried to make a ______ , he found that the hotel that he wanted was completely filled because of a convention.A) complaint B) claim C) reservation D) decision【正确答案】:C【参考解析】:无第4题:A budget of five dollars a day is totally _______ for a trip round Europe.A) inadequate B) incapable C) incompatible D) invalid【正确答案】:A【参考解析】:无第5题:In our highly technological society, the number of jobs for unskilled worker is ______. A) shrinking B) obscuring C) altering D) constraining【正确答案】:A【参考解析】:无第6题:The fire has caused great losses, but the factory tried to ______ the consequences by saying that the damage was not as serious as reported.A) decrease B) subtract C) minimize D) degrade【正确答案】:C【参考解析】:无第7题:If the world is to remain peaceful the utmost effort must be made by nations to limitlocal _______ .A) collisions B) combats C) contradictions D) conflicts【正确答案】:D【参考解析】:无第8题:Satellite communications are so up-to-date that even when ______ in the middle of the Pacific, businessmen can contact their offices as if they were next door .A) gliding B) cruising C) piloting D) patrolling【正确答案】:B【参考解析】:无第9题:In the past ten years skyscrapers have developed ______ in Chicago and New York City. A) homogeneously B) simultaneously C) spontaneously D) harmoniously【正确答案】:B【参考解析】:无第10题:The court considers a financial ______ to be an appropriate way of punishing him.A) option B) duty C) obligation D) penalty【正确答案】:D【参考解析】:无第11题:I think that I committed a _______ in asking her because she seemed very ups et by my question.A) blunder B) revenge C) reproach D) scandal【正确答案】:A【参考解析】:无第12题:Even when textbooks are ______ through a school system, methods of teaching may vary greatly.A) commonplace B) standardized C) competitive D) generalized【正确答案】:B【参考解析】:无第13题:They have always regarded a man of ______ and fairness as a reliable friend .A) robustness B) temperament C) integrity D) compactness【正确答案】:C【参考解析】:无第14题:All individuals are required to ______ to the laws made by their governments.A) obey B) conform C) concede D) observe【正确答案】:B【参考解析】:无第15题:The basic causes are unknown, although certain conditions that may lead to cancer have been _______ .A) identified B) guaranteed C) notified D) conveyed【正确答案】:A【参考解析】:无第16题:It is very strange but I had an ______ that the plane would crash.A) inspiration B) intuition C) imagination D) incentive【正确答案】:B【参考解析】:无第17题:The changing image of the family on television provides ______ into changing attitudes toward the family in society.A) insights B) presentations C) revelations D) specifications【正确答案】:A【参考解析】:无第18题:The town planning commission said that their financial outlook for the next year was optimistic. They expect increased tax ______ .A) efficiency B) revenues C) privileges D) validity【正确答案】:B【参考解析】:无第19题:Bill is an example of a severely disabled person who has become _______ at many survival skills.A) proficient B) persistent C) consistent D) sufficient【正确答案】:A【参考解析】:无第20题:The ties that bind us together in common activity are so ______ that they ca n disappear at any moment.A) trivial B) fatal C) tentative D) feeble【正确答案】:C【参考解析】:无第21题:During the construction of skyscrapers, cranes are used to ______ building materials to the upper floors.A) toss B) tow C) hoist D) hurl【正确答案】:C【参考解析】:无第22题:Diamonds have little ______ value and their price depends almost entirely on their scarcity.A) extinct B) permanent C) surplus D) intrinsic【正确答案】:D【参考解析】:无第23题:The kitchen was small and ______ so that the disabled could reach everything without difficulty.A) conventional B) compact C) compatible D) concise【正确答案】:B【参考解析】:无第24题:He will______ resign in view of the complete failure of the research project.A) doubtfully B) adequately C) presumably D) reasonably【正确答案】:C【参考解析】:无第25题:The goal is to make higher education available to everyone who is willing and capable ______ his financial situation.A) with respect to B) in accord with C) regardless of D) in terms of【正确答案】:C【参考解析】:无第26题:The original elections were declared ______ by the former military ruler.A) void B) vulgar C) surplus D) extravagant【正确答案】:A【参考解析】:无第27题:They stood gazing at the happy ______ of children playing in the park.A) perspective B) view C) landscape D) scene【正确答案】:D【参考解析】:无第28题:An obvious change of attitude at the top towards women's status in society will ______through the current law system in Japan.A) permeate B) probe C) violate D) grope【正确答案】:A【参考解析】:无第29题:When he realized he had been _______ to sign the contract by intrigue, he threatened tostart legal proceedings to cancel the agreement.A) elicited B) excited C) deduced D) induced【正确答案】:D【参考解析】:无第30题:These areas rely on agriculture almost ______ , having few mineral resources and a minimumof industrial development.A) respectively B) extraordinarily C) incredibly D) exclusively【正确答案】:D【参考解析】:无二、阅读理解第31题:Many Americans harbour a grossly distorted and exaggerated view of most of the risks surrounding food. Fergus Clydesdale, head of the department of food science and nutrition at the University of Massachusetts-Amherst, says bluntly that if the dangers from bacterially contaminated chicken were as grea t as some people believe. “the streets would be littered with people lying here and there. ”Though the public increasingly demands no-risk food, there is no such thing. Bruce Ames, chairman of the biochemistry department at the University of California , Berkeley, points out that up to 10% of a plant's weight is made up of natural pesticides (杀虫剂). Says he :“Since plants do not have jaws or teeth to protect themselves, they employ chemical warfare. ” And many naturally produced chemicals, though occurring in tiny amounts, prove in laboratory tests to be strongcarcinogens-a substance which can cause cancer. Mushrooms (磨菇) might be banned if they were judged by the same standards that apply to food additives(添加剂). Declares Christina Stark, a nutritionist at Cornell University :“We've got fat worse natural chemicals in the food supply than anything man-made. ”Yet the issues are not that simple. While Americans have no reason to be terrified to sit down at the dinner table, they have every reason to demand significant improvements in food and water safety. They unconsciously and unwillingly take in too much of too many dangerous chemicals. If food already contains natural carcinogens, it does not make much sense to add dozens of new man-made ones. Though most people will withstand the small amounts of contaminants generally found in food and water, at least a few individuals will probably get cancer one day be cause of what they eat and drink.To make good food and water supplies even better, the Government needs to tighten its regulatory standards, stiffen its inspection program and strengthen its enforcement policies. The food industry should modify some long-accepted practices or turn to less hazardous alternatives. Perhaps most important, consumers will have to do a better job of learning how to handle and cook food properly. The problems that need to be tackled exist all along the food-supply chain, from field s to processing plants to kitchens.1.What does the author think of the Americans' view of their food?A) They overstate the government's interference with the food industry.B) They are overoptimistic about the safety of their food.C) They overestimate the hazards of their food.D) They overlook the risks of the food they eat.2.The author considers it impossible to obtain no-risk food because .A) no food is free from pollution in the environment.B) pesticides are widely used in agriculture.C) many vegetables contain dangerous natural chemicals.D) almost all foods have additives.3.By s aying“they employ chemical warfare”(Line 4, Para. 2), Bruce Ames means “_______”.A) plants produce certain chemicals to combat pests and diseases.B) plants absorb useful chemicals to promote their growth.C) farmers use man-made chemicals to dissolve the natural chemicals in plants.D) farmers use chemicals to protect plants against pests and diseases.4.The reduction of the possible hazards in food ultimately depends on .A) the government. B) the consumer.C) the processor. D) the grower.5.What is the message the author wants to convey in the passage?A) Eating and drinking have become more hazardous than before.B) Immediate measures must be taken to improve food production and processing.C) Health food is not a dream in modern society.D) There is reason for caution but no cause for alarm with regard to food consumption.1小题>、【正确答案】:C2小题>、【正确答案】:C3小题>、【正确答案】:A4小题>、【正确答案】:B5小题>、【正确答案】:D【参考解析】:无第32题:There are some each phenomena you can count on, but the magnetic field, someday is not of them. It fluctuates in strength, drifts from its axis, and every few 100,000 years undergo, dramatic polarity reversal-a period when north pole becomes south pole and south pole becomes north pole. But how is the field generated, and why is it so unstable?Groundbreaking research by two French geophysicists promises to shed some light on the mystery. Using 80 metres of deep sea sediment(沉淀物)core, they have obtained measurments lots of magnetic-field intensity that span 11 polarity reversals and four million years. The analysis reveals that intensity appears to fluctuate with a clear, well-defined rhythm. Although the strength of the magnetic field varies irregularly during the short term, there seems to be an inevitable longterm decline preceding each polarity reversal. When the poles flip-a process that takes several hundred thousand years-the magnetic field rapidly regains its strength and the cycle is repeated. The results have caused a stir among geophysicists. The magnetic field is thought to originate from molten (熔化的) iron in the outer core, 3,000 kilometers beneath the earth's surface. By studying mineral grains found in material ranging from rocks to clay articles, previous researchers have already been able to identify reversals dating back 170 million years, including the most recent switch 730, 000 years ago. How and why they occur, however, has been widely debated. Several theories link polarity flips to external disasters such as meteor(陨星)impacts. But Peter Olson, a geophysicist at the Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, says this is unlikely if the French researchers are right. In fact, Olson says intensity that predictably declines from one reversal to the next contradicts 90 percent of the models currently under study. If the results prove to be valid geophysicists will have a new theory to guide them in their quest to understand the earth's inner physics. It certainly points the direction for future research.1.Which of the following titles is most appropriate to the passage?A) Polarity Reversal: A Fantastic Phenomenon of Nature.B) Measurement of the Earth's Magnetic-Field Intensity.C) Formation of the Two Poles of the Earth.D) A New Approach to the Study or Geophysics.2.The word“flip”(Line 6, Para. 2)most probably means“______”.A) decline B) intensify C) fluctuate D) reverse3.What have the two French geophysicists discovered in their research?A) Some regularity in the changes of the earth's magnetic field.B) Some causes of the fluctuation of the earth's magnetic field.C) The origin of the earth's magnetic field.D) The frequency of polarity reversals.4.The French geophysicists' study is different from currently prevailing theories in ______ .A) its identification of the origin of the earth's magnetic field.B) the way the earth's magnetic intensity is measured.C) its explanation of the shift in the earth's polarity.D) the way the earth's fluctuation rhythm is defined.5.In Peter Oslo's opinion the French experiment ______ .A) is likely to direct further research in the inner physics of the earth.B) has successfully solved the mystery of polarity reversals.C) is certain to help predict external disasters.D) has caused great confusion among the world's geophysicists.1小题>、【正确答案】:D2小题>、【正确答案】:D3小题>、【正确答案】:A4小题>、【正确答案】:C5小题>、【正确答案】:A【参考解析】:无第33题:Imagine a world in which there was suddenly no emotion-a world in which human beings could feel no love or happiness, no terror or hate. Try to imagine the consequences of such a transformation. People might not be able to stay alive: knowing neither joy nor pleasure, anxiety nor fear, they would be as likely to repeat acts that hurt them as acts that were beneficial. They could not learn: they could not benefit from experience because this emotionless world would lack rewards and punishments. Society would soon disappear: people would be as likely to harm one another as to provide help and support. Human relationships would not exist: in a world without friends or enemies, there could be no marriage, affection among companions, or bonds among members of groups. Society's economic underpinnings (支柱) would be destroyed: since earning $10 million would be no more pleasant than earning $10, there would be no incentive to work. In fact, there would be no incentives of any kind. For as we will see, incentives imply a capacity to enjoy them.In such a world, the chances that the human species would survive are next to zero, because emotions are the basic instrument of our survival and adaptation. Emotions structure the world for us in important ways. As individuals, we categorize objects on the basis of our emotions. True we consider the length, shape, size, or texture, but an object's physical aspects are less important than what it has done or can do to us-hurt us, surprise us, anger us or make us joyful. We al so use categorizations colored by emotions in our families, communities, and overall society. Out of our emotional experiences with objects and events comes a social feeling of agreement that certain things and actions are“good”and others are“bad”, and we apply these categories to every aspect of our social life-from what foods we eat and what clothes we wear to how we keep promises and which people our group will accept. In fact, society exploits our emotional reactions and attitudes, such as loyalty morality, pride shame, guilt, fear and greed, in order to maintain itself It gives high rewards to individuals who perform important tasks such as surgery, makes heroes out of individuals for unusual or dangerous achievements such as flying fighter planes in a war, and uses the legal penal (刑法的) system to make people afraid to engage in antisocial acts.1.The reason why people might not be able to stay alive in a world without emotion is that_______ .A) they would not be able to tell the texture of objects.B) they would not know what was beneficial and what was harmful to them.C) they would not be happy with a life without love.D) they would do things that hurt each other's feelings.2.According to the passage, people's learning activities are possible because they_______ .A) believe that emotions are fundamental for them to stay alive.B) benefit from providing help and support to one another.C) enjoy being rewarded for doing the right thing.D) know what is vital to the progress of society.3.It can be inferred from the passage that the economic foundation of society is dependenton _______.A) the ability to make money.B) the will to work for pleasure.C) the capacity to enjoy incentives.D) the categorizations of our emotional experiences4.Emotions are significant for man's survival and adaptation because _______.A) they provide the means by which people view the size or shape of objects.B) they are the basis for the social feeling of agreement by which society is maintained.C) they encourage people to perform dangerous achievements.D) they generate more love than hate among people.5.The emotional aspects of an object are more important than its physical aspects in thatthey_______ .A) help society exploit its members for profit.B) encourage us to perform important tasks.C) help to perfect the legal and penal system.D) help us adapt our behavior to the world surrounding us1小题>、【正确答案】:B2小题>、【正确答案】:C3小题>、【正确答案】:C4小题>、【正确答案】:B5小题>、【正确答案】:D【参考解析】:无第34题:The Carnegie Foundation report says that many colleges have tried to be “all things to all people”. In doing so, they have increasingly catered to a narrow minded careerism while failing to cultivate a global vision among their students. The current crisis, it contends, does not derive from a legitimate desire to put learning to productive ends. The problem is that in too many academic fields, the work has no context; skills, rather than being means, have become ends. Students are offered a variety of options and allowed to pick their way to a degree. I n short, driven by careerism, “the nation's colleges and universities are more successful in providing credentials(文凭)than in providing a quality education f or their students. ”The report concludes that the special challenge confronting the undergraduate college is one of shaping an“integrated core”of common learning. Such a core would introduce students“to essential knowledge, to connections across the disci plines, and in the end, to application of knowledge to life beyond the campus. ”Although the key to a good college is a high-quality faculty, the Carnegie study found that most colleges do very little to encourage good teaching. In fact, they do much to undermine it. As one professor observed:“Teaching is important, we are told, and yet faculty know that research and publication matter most. ” Not surprisingly, over the last twenty years colleges and universities have failed to graduate half of their four-year degree candidates. Faculty members who dedicated themselves to teaching soon discover that they will not be granted tenure (终身任期), promotion, or substantial salary increases. Yet 70 percent of all faculty say their interests lie more in teaching than in research. Additionally, a frequent complaint among young scholars is that“There is pressure to publish, although there is virtually no interest among administrators or colleagues in the content of the publications. ”1.When a college tries to be “all things to al people” (Lines 1-2, Para. 1) it aims to_______ .A) satisfy the needs of all kinds of students simultaneously.B) focus on training students in various skills.C) encourage students to take as many courses as possible.D) make learning serve academic rather than productive ends.2.By saying that “in too many academic fields, the work has no context” (Lin es4-5, Pare. 1)the author means that the teaching in these areas ______ .A) ignores the actual situation.B) is not based on the right perspective.C) only focuses on an integrated core of common learning.D) gives priority to the cultivation of a global vision among students.3.One of the reasons for the current crisis in American colleges and universities is that_______ .A) a narrow vocationalism has come to dominate many colleges.B) students don't have enough freedom in choosing what they want to learn.C) skills are being taught as a means to an end.D) students are only interested in obtaining credentials.4.American colleges and universities failed to graduate half of their four-year degree candidates because _______ .A) most of them lack high-quality faculties.B) the interests of most faculty members lie in research.C) there are not enough incentives for students to study hard.D) they attach greater importance to research and publication than to teaching .5.It can be inferred from the passage that high-quality college education calls for _______ .A) putting academic work in the proper context.B) a commitment to students and effective teaching.C) the practice of putting leaning to productive ends.D) dedication to research in frontier areas of knowledge.1小题>、【正确答案】:C2小题>、【正确答案】:B3小题>、【正确答案】:A4小题>、【正确答案】:D5小题>、【正确答案】:B【参考解析】:无三、编辑加工题第35题:Many parents who welcome the idea of turning off the TV and spending more time with the family are still worried that without TV they would constantly be on call as entertainers for their children. They remember thinking up all sort of things to do when they were kids. But their own kids seem different, less resourceful, somehow. When there's nothing to do, these parents observe regretfully, their kids seem unable to come up with any thing to do besides turning on the TV. One father, for example, says. “Whe n I was a kid, we were always thinking up things to do, projects and games. We certainly never complained in an annoying way to our parents, ‘I have nothing to do!’”He compares this with his own children today: “They're simply lazy. If someone doesn't ente rtain them, they'll happily sit there watching TV all day. ”There is one word for this father's disappointment: unfair. It is as if he were disappointed in them for not reading Greek though they have never studied the language. He deplores(哀叹)his children's lack of inventiveness, as if the ability to play were something innate(天生的)that his children are mising . In fact, while the tendency to play is built into the human species, the actual ability to play-to imagine, to invent, to elaborate on reality in a playful way-and the ability to gain fulfillment from it, these are skills that have to learned and developed.Such disappointment, however, is not only unjust, it is also destructive. Sensing their parents' disappointment, children come to believe that they are, indeed, lacking something, and that this makes them less worthy of admiration and respect. Giving children the opportunity to develop new resources, to enlarge their horizons and discover the pleasures of doing things on their own is, on the other hand, a way to help children develop a confident feeling about themselves as capable and interesting people.Questions: (注意:答题尽量简短,超过10个词要扣分,每条横线限定一个英语单词,标点符号不占格。

四六级词汇试题及答案大全

四六级词汇试题及答案大全

四六级词汇试题及答案大全一、词汇匹配题根据题目所给的词汇,选择正确的中文意思。

1. A. 观点B. 环境C. 观点的D. 环境的Answer: A2. A. 影响B. 影响的C. 受影响的D. 影响者Answer: A3. A. 教育B. 教育的C. 被教育的D. 教育者Answer: A4. A. 经济B. 经济的C. 经济上D. 经济地Answer: A5. A. 技术B. 技术的C. 技术性的D. 技术地Answer: A二、词汇填空题阅读以下短文,从括号内所给的选项中选择正确的词汇填空。

In recent years, the rapid development of technology has had a profound (1) on our lives. People can now communicate with each other through various (2) platforms. Moreover, the advancement in (3) has also contributed to the growth of the digital economy.1. A. effectB. affectC. affectionD. efficiencyAnswer: A2. A. electronicB. electricalC. electronicalD. electricallyAnswer: A3. A. economicsB. economicC. economyD. economizeAnswer: B三、同义词替换题根据题目要求,用括号内提供的同义词替换句子中的划线部分。

1. The new policy will have a significant impact on the business sector.- impact (affect)Answer: The new policy will have a significant affect on the business sector.2. The environmental issue is a global concern that requires international cooperation.- concern (issue)Answer: The environmental issue is a global issue that requires international cooperation.3. The teacher's educational approach inspired the students to learn more about the subject.- educational (pedagogical)Answer: The teacher's pedagogical approach inspired the students to learn more about the subject.四、反义词判断题判断句子中划线部分的反义词是否正确。

大学英语四级及答案试题

大学英语四级及答案试题

大学英语四级及答案试题一、听力理解(共20分)1. A) 8:00 amB) 9:00 amC) 10:00 amD) 11:00 am根据对话内容,对话者提到了会议将在上午9点开始。

因此,正确答案是B) 9:00 am。

2. A) 教授B) 学生C) 同事D) 朋友对话中提到了“明天的考试”,并且提到了“教授”这个词。

因此,对话者之间的关系是学生和教授。

正确答案是A) 教授。

3. A) 去图书馆B) 去超市C) 去电影院D) 去公园对话中提到了“借书”,因此可以推断出对话者打算去图书馆。

正确答案是A) 去图书馆。

4. A) 5B) 10C) 15D) 20对话中提到了“每15分钟一次”,因此正确答案是C) 15。

5. A) 同意B) 不同意C) 无所谓D) 未提及对话中提到了“我完全同意你的看法”,因此正确答案是A) 同意。

二、阅读理解(共20分)Passage 16. 根据第一段,作者认为最理想的工作环境是什么?A) 有充足的自然光B) 有安静的环境C) 有舒适的座椅D) 有宽敞的空间正确答案是A) 有充足的自然光。

7. 第二段中提到的“绿色植物”对工作环境有什么好处?A) 减少噪音B) 净化空气C) 提高温度D) 增加湿度正确答案是B) 净化空气。

Passage 28. 文章主要讨论了什么?A) 健康饮食B) 运动的重要性C) 工作压力D) 睡眠质量正确答案是D) 睡眠质量。

9. 根据第三段,哪种睡眠习惯被认为对健康有益?A) 每天睡8小时B) 每天睡6小时C) 每天睡10小时D) 每天睡4小时正确答案是A) 每天睡8小时。

三、完形填空(共20分)10. 根据上下文,空格处应该填入的词是:A) howeverB) thereforeC) moreoverD) besides正确答案是B) therefore。

11. 空格处应该填入的词是:A) increaseB) decreaseC) remainD) change正确答案是A) increase。

大学英语四六级测验真题及参考答案

大学英语四六级测验真题及参考答案

大学英语四六级测验真题及参考答案————————————————————————————————作者:————————————————————————————————日期:之2003年12月大学英语六级考试真题及参考答案2003年12月英语六级考试真题及答案一、单选题第1题:I have had my eyes tested and the report says that my _______ is perfect.A) outlook C) horizonB) vision D) perspective【正确答案】:B【参考解析】:无第2题:He was looking admiringly at the photograph published by Collins in _______ with the Imperial Museum.A) collection C) collaborationB) connection D) combination【正确答案】:C【参考解析】:无第3题:In those days, executives expected to spend most of their lives in the same firm and, unless they were dismissed for _______, to retire at the age of 65.A) integrity C) incompetenceB) denial D) deduction【正确答案】:C【参考解析】:无第4题:Others viewed the findings with _______, noting that a. cause-and-effect relationship between passive smoking and cancer remains to be shown.A) optimism C) cautionB) passion D) deliberation【正确答案】:C【参考解析】:无第5题:The 1986 Challenger space-shuttle _______ was caused by unusually low temperatures immediately before the launch.A) expedition C) dismayB) controversy D) disaster【正确答案】:D【参考解析】:无第6题:When supply exceeds demand for any product, prices are _______ to fall.A) timely C) subjectB) simultaneous D) liable【正确答案】:B【参考解析】:无第7题:The music aroused an _______ feeling of homesickness in him.A) intentional C) intenseB) intermittent D) intrinsic【正确答案】:C【参考解析】:无第8题:I bought an alarm clock with a(n) _______ dial, which can be seen clearly in the dark.A) supersonic C) audibleB) luminous D) amplified【正确答案】:B【参考解析】:无第9题:The results are hardly _______; he cannot believe they are accurate.A) credible C) criticalB) contrary D) crucial【正确答案】:A【参考解析】:无第10题:This new laser printer is _______ with all leading software.A) comparable C) compatibleB) competitive D) cooperative【正确答案】:C【参考解析】:无第11题:The ball _______ two or three times before rolling down the slope.A) swayed C) hoppedB) bounced D) darted【正确答案】:B【参考解析】:无第12题:He raised his eyebrows and stuck his head forward and _______ it in a single nod, a gesture boys .used then for O.K. when they were pleased.A) shrugged C) jerkedB) tugged D) twisted【正确答案】:C【参考解析】:无第13题:Many types of rock are _______ from volcanoes as solid, fragmentary material.A) flung C) ejectedB) propelled D) injected【正确答案】:C【参考解析】:无第14题:With prices _______ so much, it is difficult for the school to plan a budget.A) vibrating C) flutteringB) fluctuating D) swinging【正确答案】:B【参考解析】:无第15题:The person who _______ this type of approach for doing research deserves our praise.A) originated C) generatedB) speculated D) manufactured【正确答案】:A【参考解析】:无第16题:_______ that the demand for power continues to rise at the current rate, it will not be long before traditional sources become inadequate.A) Concerning C) AssumingB) Ascertaining D) Regarding【正确答案】:C【参考解析】:无第17题:Her jewelry _______ under the spotlights and she became the dominant figure at the ball.A) glared C) blazedB) glittered D) dazzled【正确答案】:B【参考解析】:无第18题:Connie was told that if she worked too hard, her health would _______.A) deteriorate C) descendB) degrade D) decay【正确答案】:A【参考解析】:无第19题:We find that some birds _______ twice a year between hot and cold countries.A) transfer C) migrateB) commute D) emigrate【正确答案】:C【参考解析】:无第20题:As visiting scholars, they willingly _______ to the customs of the country they live in.A) submit C) subjectB) conform D) commit【正确答案】:B【参考解析】:无第21题:More than 85 percent of French Canada’s population speaks French as a mother tongue and _______ to the Roman Catholic faith.A) caters C) ascribesB) adheres D) subscribes【正确答案】:B【参考解析】:无第22题:The professor found himself constantly _______ the question: “How could anyone do these things?A) presiding C) ponderingB) poring D) presuming【正确答案】:C【参考解析】:无第23题:Weeks _______ before anyone was arrested in connection with the bank robbery.A) terminated C) overlappedB) elapsed D) expired【正确答案】:B【参考解析】:无第24题:In order to prevent stress from being set up in the metal, expansion joints are fitted which _______ the stress by allowing the pipe to expand or contract freely.A) relieve C) reclaimB) reconcile D) rectify【正确答案】:A【参考解析】:无第25题:How much of your country’s electrical supply is _______ from water power?A) deduced C) derivedB) detached D) declined【正确答案】:C【参考解析】:无第26题:She had recently left a job and had helped herself to copies of the company’s client data, which she intended to _______ in starting her own business.A) dwell on C) base onB) come upon D) draw upon【正确答案】:D【参考解析】:无第27题:The glass vessels should be handled most carefully since they are _______.A) intricate C) subtleB) fragile D) crisp【正确答案】:B【参考解析】:无第28题:Hill slopes are cleared of forests to make way for crops, but this only _______ the crisis.A) accelerates C) ascendsB) prevails D) precedes【正确答案】:A【参考解析】:无第29题:He blew out the candle and _______ his way to the door.A) converged C) stroveB) groped D) wrenched【正确答案】:B【参考解析】:无第30题:Often such arguments have the effect of _______ rather than clarifying the issues involved.A) obscuring C) tacklingB) prejudicing D) blocking【正确答案】:A【参考解析】:无二、阅读理解第31题:Bill Gates, the billionaire Microsoft chairman without a single earned university degree, is by his success raising new doubts about the wort h of the business world’s favorite academic title: the MBA (Master of Business Administration).The MBA, a 20th-century product, always has borne the mark of lowly commerce and greed (贪婪) on the tree-lined campuses ruled by purer disciplines such as philosophy and literature.But even with the recession apparently cutting into the hiring of business school graduates, about 79,000 people are expected to receive MBAs in 1993. This is nearly 16 times the number of business graduates in 1960, a testimony to the widespread assumption that the MBA is vital for young men and women who want to run companies some day.“If you are going into the corporate world it is still a disadvantage not to have one,” said Donald Morrison, professor of marketing and management science. “But in the last five years or so, when someone says, ‘Should I attempt to get an MBA,’ the answer a lot more is: It depends.”The success of Bill Gates and other non-MBAs, such as the late Sam Walton of Wal-Mart Stores Inc., has helped inspire self-conscious debates on business school campuses over the worth of a business degree and whether management skills can be taught.The Harvard Business Review printed a lively, fictional exchange of letters to dramatize complaints about business degree holders.The article called MBA hires “extremely disappointing” and said “MBAs want to move up too fast, they don’t understand politics and people, and they aren’t able to function as part of a team until their third year. But by then, they’re out looking for other jobs.”The problem, most participants in the debate acknowledge, is that the MBA has acquired an aura(光环) of future fiches and power far beyond its actual importance and usefulness.Enrollment in business schools exploded in the 1970s and 1980s and created the assumption that no one who pursued a business career could do without one. The growth was fueled by a backlash (反冲) against the anti-business values of the 1960s and by the women’s movement.Business people who have hired or worked with MBAs say those with the degrees often know how to analyze systems but are not so skillful at motivating people. “They don’t get a lot of grounding in the people side of the business,” said James Shaffer, vice-president and principal of the Towers Per-fin management consulting firm.1. According to Paragraph 2, what is the general attitude towards business on campuses dominated by purer disciplines?A) Scornful C) Envious.B) Appreciative. D) Realistic.2. It seems that the controversy over the value of MBA degrees has been fueled mainly by ______.A) the complaints from various employersB) the success of many non-MBAsC) the criticism from the scientists of purer disciplinesD) the poor performance of MBAs at work3. What is the major weakness of MBA holders according to The Harvard Business Review?A) They are usually serf-centered.B) They are aggressive and greedy.C) They keep complaining about their jobs.D) They are not good at dealing with people.4. From the passage we know that most MBAs _______.A) can climb the corporate ladder fairly quicklyB) quit their jobs once they are familiar with their workmatesC) receive salaries that do not match their professional trainingD) cherish unrealistic expectations about their future5. What is the passage mainly about?A) Why there is an increased enrollment in MBA programs.B) The necessity of reforming MBA programs in business schools.C) Doubts about the worth of holding an MBA degree.D) A debate held recently on university campuses.1小题>、【正确答案】:A2小题>、【正确答案】:B3小题>、【正确答案】:D4小题>、【正确答案】:D5小题>、【正确答案】:C【参考解析】:无第32题:German Chancellor (首相) Otto V on Bismarck may be most famous for his military and diplomatic talent, but his legacy (遗产) includes many of today’s social insurance pr ograms. During the middle of the 19th century, Germany, along with other European nations, experienced an unprecedented rash of workplace deaths and accidents as a result of growing industrialization. Motivated in part by Christian compassion (怜悯) for the helpless as well as a practical political impulse to undercut the support of the socialist labor movement, Chancellor Bismarck created the world’s first workers’ compensation law in 1884.By 1908, the United States was the only industrial nation in the wo rld that lacked workers’ compensation insurance. America’s injured workers could sue for damages in a court of law, but they still faced a number of tough legal barriers. For example, employees had to prove that their injuries directly resulted from employer negligence and that they themselves were ignorant about potential hazards in the workplace. The first state workers’ compensation law in this country passed in 1911, and the program soon spread throughout the nation.After World War II, benefit payments to American workers did not keep up with the cost of living. In fact, real benefit levels were lower in the 1970s than they were in the 1940s, and in most states the maximum benefit was below the poverty level for a family of four. In 1970, President Ric hard Nixon set up a national commission to study the problems of workers’ compensation. Two years later, the commission issued 19 key recommendations, including one that called for increasing compensation benefit levels to 100 percent of the states’ averag e weekly wages.In fact, the average compensation benefit in America has climbed from 55 percent of the states’ average weekly wages in 1972 to 97 percent today. But, as most studies show, every 10 percent increase in compensation benefits results in a 5 percent increase in the numbers of workers who file for claims. And with so much more money floating in the workers’ compensation system, it’s not surprising that doctors and lawyers have helped themselves to a large slice of the growing pie.1. The world’s first workers’ compensation law was introduced by Bismarck _______.A) to make industrial production saferB) to speed up the pace of industrializationC) out of religious and political considerationsD) for fear of losing the support of the socialist labor movement2. We learn from the passage that the process of industrialization in Europe _______.A) Was accompanied by an increased number of workshop accidentsB) resulted in the development of popular social insurance programsC) required workers to be aware of the potential dangers at the workplaceD) met growing resistance from laborers working at machines3. One of the problems the American injured workers faced in getting compensation in the early 19th century was that ______.A) they had to have the courage to sue for damages in a court of lawB) different sums in the U.S. had totally different compensation programsC) America’s average compensation benefit was much lower than the cost of livingD) they had to produce evidence that their employers were responsible for the accident4. After 1972 workers’ compensation insurance in the U.S. became more favorable to workers so that _______.A) the poverty level for a family of four went up drasticallyB) there were fewer legal barriers when they filed for claimsC) the number of workers suing for damages increasedD) more money was allocated to their compensation system5. The author ends the passage with the implication that ______.A) compensation benefits in America are soaring to new heightsB) the workers are not the only ones to benefit from the compensation systemC) people from all walks of life can benefit from the compensation systemD) money floating in the compensation system is a huge drain on the U.S. economy1小题>、【正确答案】:C2小题>、【正确答案】:A3小题>、【正确答案】:D4小题>、【正确答案】:C5小题>、【正确答案】:B【参考解析】:无第33题:When school officials in Kalkaska, Michigan, closed classes last week, the media flocked to the story, portraying the town’s 2,305 students as victims of stingy (吝啬的) taxpayers. There is some truth to that; the property-tax rate here is one-third lower than the state average. But shutting their schools also allowed Kalkaska’s educators and the state’s largest teachers’ union, the Michigan Education Association, to make a political point. Their aim was to spur passage of legislation Michigan lawmakers are debating to increase the state’s share of school funding.It was no coincidence that Kalkaska shut its schools two weeks after residents rejected a 28 percent property-tax increase. The school board argued that without the increase it lacked the $1.5 million needed to keep schools open.But the school system had not done all it could to keep the schools open. Officials declined to borrow against next ear’s state aid, they refused to trim extracurricular activities and they did not consider seeking a smaller-perhaps more acceptable-tax increase. In fact, closing early is costing Kalkaska a significant amount, including $600,000 in unemployment payments to teachers and staff and $250,000 in lost state aid. In February, the school system promised teachers and staff two months of retirement payments in case schools closed early, a deal that will cost the district $275,000 more.Other signs suggest school authorities were at least as eager to make a political statement as to keep schools open. The Michigan Education Association hired a public relations firm to stage a rally marking the school closings, which attracted 14 local and national television stations and networks. The president of the National Education Association, the MEA’s parent organization, flew from Washington, D. C., for the event. And the union tutored school officials in the art of television interviews. School supervisor Doyle Disbrow acknowledges the district could have kept schools open by cutting programs but denies the moves were politically motivated.Michigan lawmakers have reacted angrily to the closings. The state Senate has already voted to put the system into receivership (破产管理) and reopen schools immediately; the Michigan House plans to consider the bill this week.1. We learn from the passage that schools in Kalkaska, Michigan, are funded ______.A) by both the local and state governmentsB) exclusively by the local governmentC) mainly by the state governmentD) by the National Education Association2. One of the pumoses for which school officials closed classes was _______.A) to avoid paying retirement benefits to teachers and staffB) to draw the attention of local taxpayers to political issuesC) to make the financial difficulties of their teachers and staff known to the publicD) to pressure Michigan lawmakers into increasing state funds for local schools3. The author seems to disapprove of _______.A) the Michigan lawmakers’ endless debati ngB) the shutting of schools in KalkaskaC) the involvement of the mass mediaD) delaying the passage of the school funding legislation4. We learn from the passage that school authorities in Kalkaska are more concerned about _______.A) a raise in the property-tax rate in MichiganB) reopening the schools there immediatelyC) the attitude of the MEA’s parent organizationD) making a political issue of the closing of the schools5. According to the passage, the closing of the schools developed into a crisis because of ______.A) the complexity of the problemB) the political motives on the part of the educatorsC) the weak response of the state officialsD) the strong protest on the part of the students’ parents1小题>、【正确答案】:A2小题>、【正确答案】:D3小题>、【正确答案】:B4小题>、【正确答案】:D5小题>、【正确答案】:B【参考解析】:无第34题:Early in the age of affluence (富裕) that followed World War 12, an American retailing analyst named Victor Lebow proclaimed, “Our enormously productive economy ... demands that we make consumption our way of life, that we convert the buying and use of goods into rituals, that we seek our spiritual satisfaction, our ego satisfaction, in consumption. ... We need things consumed, burned up, worn out, replaced and discarded at an ever increasing rate.”Americans have responded to Lebow’s call, and much of the world has followed. Consumption has become a central pillar of life in industrial lands and is even embedded in social values. Opinion surveys in the world’s two largest economies-Japan and the United Sates -- show consumerist definitions of success becoming ever more prevalent.Overconsumption by the world’s fortunate is an environmental problem unmatched in severity by anything but perhaps population growth. Their surging exploitation of resources threatens to exhaust or unalterably spoil forests, soils, water, air and climate.Ironically, high consumption may be a mixed blessing in human terms, too. The time-honored values of integrity of character, good work, friendship, family and community have often been sacrificed in the rush to riches.Thus many in the industrial lands have a sense that their world of plenty is somehow hollow-that, misled by a consumerist culture, they have been fruitlessly attempting to satisfy what are essentially social, psychological and spiritual needs with material things.Of course, the opposite of overconsumption-poverty-is no solution to either environmental or human problems. It is infinitely worse for people and bad for the natural world too. Dirpossessed (被剥夺得一无所有的) peasants slash-and-burn their way into the rain forests of Latin America, and hungry nomads (游牧民族) turn their herds out onto fragile African grassland, reducing it to desert.If environmental destruction results when people have either too little or too much, we are left to wonder how much is enough. What level of consumption can the earth support? When does having more cease to add noticeably to human satisfaction?3. Why does the author say high consumption is a mixed blessing?A) Because poverty still exists in an affluent society.B) Because moral values are sacrificed in pursuit of material satisfaction.C) Because overconsumption won’t last long due to unrestricted population growth.D) Because traditional rituals are often neglected in the process of modernization.4. According to the passage, consumerist culture ________.A) cannot thrive on a fragile economyB) will not aggravate environmental problemsC) cannot satisfy human spiritual needsD) will not alleviate poverty in wealthy countries5 It can be inferred from the passage that _______.A) human spiritual needs should match material affluenceB) there is never an end to satisfying people’s material needsC) whether high consumption should be encouraged is still an issueD) how to keep consumption at a reasonable level remains a problem1小题>、【正确答案】:D2小题>、【正确答案】:D3小题>、【正确答案】:B4小题>、【正确答案】:C5小题>、【正确答案】:D【参考解析】:无三、完型填空第35题:When women do become managers, do they ring a different style and different skills to the job? Are they better, or worse, managers than men? Are women more highly motivated and __1__ than male managers?Some research __2__ the idea that women bring different attitudes and skills to management jobs, such as greater __3__, an emphasis on affiliation and attachment, and a __4__ to bring emotional factors to bear __5__ making workplace decisions. These differences are __6_ to carry advantages for companies, __7__ they expand the range of techniques that can be used to __8__ the company manage its workforce __9__.A study commissioned by the International Women’s Forum __10__ a management style used by some women managers (and also by some men) that __11__ from the command-and-control style __12__ used by male managers. Using this “interactive leadership” approach, “women __13__ participation, share power and in formation, __14__ other people’s self-worth, and get others excited about their work. All these __15__ reflect their belief that allowing __16__ to contribute and to feel __17__ and important is a win-win __18__-good for the employees and the organization.” The study’s director __19__ that “interactive leadership may emerge __20__ the management style of choice for many organizations.”1. A) confronted B) commanded C) confined D) committed2. A) supports B) argues C) opposes D) despises3. A) combination B) cooperativeness C) coherence D) correlation4. A) willingness B) loyalty C) sensitivity D) virtue5. A) by B) in C) at D) with6. A) disclosed B) watched C) revised D) seen7. A) therefore B) whereas C) because D) nonetheless8. A) help B) enable C) support D) direct9. A) evidently B) precisely C) aggressively D) effectively10. A) developed B) invented C) discovered D) located11. A) derives B) differs C) descends D) detaches12. A) inherently B) traditionally C) conditionally D) occasionally13. A) encourage B) dismiss C) disapprove D) engage14. A) enhance B) enlarge C) ignore D) degrade15. A) themes B) subjects C) researches D) things16. A) managers B) women C) employees D) males17. A) faithful B) powerful C) skillful D) thoughtful18. A) situation B) status C) circumstance D) position19. A) predicted B) proclaimed C) defied D) diagnosed20. A) into B) from C) as D) for1小题>、【正确答案】:B2小题>、【正确答案】:A3小题>、【正确答案】:B4小题>、【正确答案】:A5小题>、【正确答案】:B6小题>、【正确答案】:D7小题>、【正确答案】:C8小题>、【正确答案】:A9小题>、【正确答案】:D10小题>、【正确答案】:C11小题>、【正确答案】:B12小题>、【正确答案】:B13小题>、【正确答案】:A14小题>、【正确答案】:A15小题>、【正确答案】:D16小题>、【正确答案】:C17小题>、【正确答案】:B18小题>、【正确答案】:A19小题>、【正确答案】:A20小题>、【正确答案】:C【参考解析】:无。

2024年英语四六级试卷

2024年英语四六级试卷

2024年英语四六级试卷一、写作(15%)题目: The Importance of Lifelong Learning。

要求:1. 阐述终身学习的重要性。

2. 给出一些实现终身学习的方法。

3. 字数不少于120字,不多于180字。

二、听力理解(35%)Section A:短篇新闻(7%)Questions 1 - 2 are based on the following news item.Underlining the significance of renewable energy sources, a recent report shows that solar power installations in the country have reached a new high this year. The growth can be attributed to government incentives and falling costs of solar panels.1. What has reached a new high this year?A. Government incentives.B. The cost of solar panels.C. Solar power installations.D. Renewable energy sources in general.2. What are the reasons for the growth?A. Only government incentives.B. Only falling costs of solar panels.C. Both government incentives and falling costs of solar panels.D. Neither government incentives nor falling costs of solar panels.Questions 3 - 4 are based on the following news item.A new study in the field of education has found that students who participate in extracurricular activities tend to have better academic performance. The study, which surveyed over 1000 students from different schools, underlined the positive impact of activities such as sports, music, and drama on students' overall development.3. What did the new study find?A. Students who participate in extracurricular activities have worse academic performance.B. Students who participate in extracurricular activities have better academic performance.C. Extracurricular activities have no impact on students' academic performance.D. Only sports can improve students' academic performance.4. How many students were surveyed in the study?A. Less than 500.B. 500 - 1000.C. Over 1000.D. Exactly 1000.Section B:长对话(8%)Conversation One.W: Hi, Mark. I heard you just came back from a business trip. How was it?M: It was quite tiring but also very fruitful. I got to meet a lot of potential clients.W: That's great. Which cities did you visit?M: I visited New York, Chicago and Los Angeles. In New York, I attended a big trade fair where I made some good connections.5. How does Mark feel about his business trip?A. Just tiring.B. Just fruitful.C. Tiring but fruitful.D. Neither tiring nor fruitful.6. Which cities did Mark visit?A. New York and Chicago.B. New York, Chicago and Los Angeles.C. Only New York.D. New York and Los Angeles.Conversation Two.M: Hi, Jane. I'm thinking of buying a new laptop. Do you have any suggestions?W: Well, it depends on what you need it for. If you're mainly using it for work, like typing documents and making presentations, then you might want a lightweight and long - battery - life laptop.M: Yeah, that's important. But I also like to play some games in my free time.W: In that case, you'll need a laptop with a good graphics card and a relatively high - performance processor.7. What is the man thinking of buying?A. A new desktop computer.B. A new laptop.C. A new tablet.D. A new smartphone.8. If the man mainly uses it for work, what kind of laptop does Jane suggest?A. A heavy - weight laptop with short battery life.B. A lightweight and long - battery - life laptop.C. A laptop with a poor graphics card.D. A laptop with a low - performance processor.Section C:听力篇章(20%)Passage One.The history of the English language is a long and complex one. It has evolved over time, influenced by many different languages. The earliest form of English can be traced back to the Anglo - Saxon period. During this time, the language was very different from what it is today. It was mainly spoken by the Germanic tribes who invaded Britain. As time went on, English was further influenced by Latin, especially when Christianity was introduced to Britain. French also had a great impact on English,especially after the Norman Conquest in 1066. Many French words were incorporated into the English language, especially in the areas of law, government, and fashion.9. What was the earliest form of English related to?A. The Norman Conquest.B. The Germanic tribes who invaded Britain.C. Latin.D. French.10. Which language had a great impact on English after the Norman Conquest?A. Latin.B. German.C. French.D. Spanish.11. In which areas were many French words incorporated into English?A. Only in law.B. Only in government.C. Only in fashion.D. In law, government and fashion.Passage Two.The Internet has changed the way we communicate and access information. It has made it possible for people all over the world to connect with each other instantly. Social media platforms, such as Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, have become extremely popular. They allow people to share their thoughts, photos, and videos with a large number of people. However, the Internet also has some negative aspects. For example, there is a lot offalse information spreading on the Internet, which can mislead people. Also, privacy has become a major concern as more and more personal information is being shared online.12. What has the Internet changed?A. Only the way we communicate.B. Only the way we access information.C. The way we communicate and access information.D. Nothing.13. Which of the following are popular social media platforms?A. Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn.B. Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.C. Twitter, Instagram and Snapchat.D. Facebook, Instagram and Snapchat.14. What are the negative aspects of the Internet?A. Only the spread of false information.B. Only privacy concerns.C. The spread of false information and privacy concerns.D. There are no negative aspects.三、阅读理解(35%)Section A:词汇理解(5%)Directions: In this section, there is a passage with ten blanks. Youare required to select one word for each blank from a list of choices given in a word bank following the passage. Read the passage through carefully before making your choices. Each choice in the word bank is identified by a letter. Please mark the corresponding letter for each item on Answer Sheet 2. You may not use any of the words in the word bank more than once.The concept of "green living" has been _15_ (gaining) more and more attention in recent years. People are becoming more aware of the impacttheir lifestyles have on the environment. One of the ways to live a greenlife is to reduce waste. This can be done by _16_ (reusing) items as muchas possible. For example, instead of throwing away plastic bottles, we can refill them with water. Another important aspect is to use _17_ (renewable) energy sources. Solar panels and wind turbines are becoming more common as people look for ways to generate their own power. Recycling is also _18_ (crucial). By separating our waste into different categories, such as paper, plastic, and metal, we can ensure that these materials are _19_ (reprocessed) and used again.Word Bank:A. reusing.B. renewable.C. reprocessed.D. crucial.E. gaining.Section B:长篇阅读(10%)Directions: In this section, you are going to read a passage with ten statements attached to it. Each statement contains information given in one of the paragraphs. Identify the paragraph from which the information is derived. You may choose a paragraph more than once. Each paragraph is marked with a letter.The Benefits of Reading.A. Reading is one of the most beneficial activities one can engage in.It has a profound impact on our mental development. From a young age, reading helps children to develop their language skills. When children read books, they are exposed to a wide range of vocabulary and sentence structures. This helps them to learn new words and how to use themcorrectly in sentences.B. Reading also stimulates our imagination. A good book can transportus to different worlds and times. We can visualize the settings, characters, and events described in the book. This ability to imagine is not only enjoyable but also important for our creativity. For example, many greatinventors and artists have been avid readers, and they often credit reading as a source of inspiration for their creative works.C. Another benefit of reading is that it can reduce stress. In today's fast - paced world, stress has become a common problem. When we read, we can escape from the daily pressures and immerse ourselves in a different story. This helps to relax our minds and bodies. Studies have shown that reading for just a few minutes a day can have a significant impact on reducing stress levels.D. Reading is also a great way to gain knowledge. There are books on almost every subject imaginable, from history and science to art and literature. By reading books on different topics, we can expand our knowledge base and learn new things. This knowledge can be useful in our daily lives, whether it's for making decisions, solving problems, or simply having interesting conversations with others.E. Moreover, reading can improve our concentration. In order to understand the content of a book, we need to focus our attention on the words and sentences. This requires concentration, and the more we read, the better we become at concentrating. This improved concentration can also be transferred to other areas of our lives, such as work or study.20. Reading helps children develop language skills.21. Reading can inspire creativity.22. Reading can relieve stress.23. Reading is a good way to obtain knowledge.24. Reading can enhance concentration.Section C:仔细阅读(20%)Passage One.The development of artificial intelligence (AI) has been one of the most significant technological advancements in recent years. AI has the potential to revolutionize many industries, from healthcare to transportation. In healthcare, AI can be used to analyze medical data and assist doctors in making more accurate diagnoses. For example, AI - powered systems can detect patterns in patient data that may be difficult for human doctors to notice. In transportation, self - driving cars, which are based on AI technology, are expected to change the way we travel. They have the potential to reduce traffic accidents and improve traffic flow.However, the development of AI also raises some concerns. One of the main concerns is the impact on employment. As AI systems become more capable of performing tasks that were previously done by humans, there is a fear that many jobs will be lost. Another concern is the ethical issues surrounding AI. For example, who is responsible if an AI - powered system makes a wrong decision? How can we ensure that AI is used in an ethical manner?25. What is one of the potential applications of AI in healthcare?A. To replace doctors completely.B. To make hospitals more beautiful.C. To assist doctors in making more accurate diagnoses.D. To increase the cost of medical treatment.26. What are the expected benefits of self - driving cars?A. To increase traffic accidents.B. To make traffic flow worse.C. To reduce traffic accidents and improve traffic flow.D. To make people more lazy.27. What are the main concerns about the development of AI?A. Only the impact on employment.B. Only the ethical issues.C. The impact on employment and ethical issues.D. There are no concerns.Passage Two.Online shopping has become increasingly popular in recent years. It offers many advantages over traditional shopping. One of the main advantages is convenience. With online shopping, consumers can shop from the comfort of their own homes at any time of the day or night. They don't have to worry about store opening hours or traveling to the store. Another advantage is the wide range of products available. Online stores often have a much larger inventory than physical stores, so consumers can find a greater variety of products.However, online shopping also has some disadvantages. One problem is the issue of product quality. Since consumers cannot physically examine the products before purchasing, they may receive items that are of lowerquality than expected. Another issue is security. When making online purchases, consumers need to provide their personal and financial information, and there is a risk of this information being stolen.28. What is one of the main advantages of online shopping?A. It is more expensive.B. It is less convenient.C. Convenience.D. There are fewer products available.29. What is a disadvantage of online shopping regarding product?A. The products are always of high quality.B. Consumers can't physically examine the products before purchasing.C. There are too many products to choose from.D. The products are always very cheap.30. What is a security - related risk in online shopping?A. There is no risk.B. The risk of personal and financial information being stolen.C. The risk of getting too many discounts.D. The risk of the store closing down.四、翻译(15%)题目:中国的互联网社区是全世界发展最快的。

2023年6月英语四级真题及答案(第3套)

2023年6月英语四级真题及答案(第3套)

2023年6月英语四级真题及答案(第3套)Part2023年6月大学英语四级考试真题及答案(第3套)I Writing(30minutes)Directions:Suppose your university is conducting a survey to collect students’opinions of online classes.You are to write a response to the survey about their advantages and disadvantages,and what improvements can be made.You will have30minutes for the task.You should write at least120words but no more than180 words.Part II Listening Comprehension (25minutes) 提示:2023年6月全国只考两套听力,故本套未重复显示。

Part III Reading Comprehension(40minutes) Section ADirections:In this section,there is a passage with ten blanks.You are required to select one word for each blank from a lis t of choices given in a word bank following the passage.Read the passage through carefully before making your choices.Each choice in the bank is identified by a letter.Please mark the corresponding letter for each item on Answer Sheet2with a sing le line through the centre.You may not use any of the words in the bank more than once.Morocco is responding to increasing energy demands by setting up one of the largest solar plants in the world.The Noor solar power station is26 in the city of Ouarzazate and,once completed,will generate 580million watts of electricit y.The World Bank estimates it will serve1.1million people.It’s27 to be completed soon.Morocco’s current energy comes28 from imports.The nation hopes to get50percent of its energy from renewable sources by2030 .With demand for energy29 at an annual rate of7percent, the new solar plant could be a30 part of that goal.“This makes Morocco a big31 in the field of solar energy in the Arab region and the African continent.It could also be a f orerunner for many other countries in the world that32 on foreign imports of energy,”said Ali Hajji,a solar energy special ist and engineering professor.Experts believe that the Middle East and North Africa have huge33 for solar energy projects. This is partly because of adeq uate sunlight and partly because technology has become more34 in the region.“The last few years have seen a realization of35 how competitive solar technologies can be,”said Michael Taylor,a senior.analyst at the International Renewable Energy AgencySection BDirections:In this section,you are going to read a passage with ten statements attached to it.Each statement contains infor mation given in one of the paragraphs.Identify the paragraph from which the information is derived.You may choose a paragra ph more than once.Each paragraph is marked with a letter.Answer the questions by marking the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet2.New Formula One Chief Hopes to Grab Americans’AttentionA.For the past four decades,the leader of Formula One car racing,one of the biggest annual sportingseries in the world,was Bernie Ecclestone,a former motorcycle parts dealer who built it into an international presence esse ntially on his own.B.A skilled backroom operator who speaks without a filter,Ecclestone said often that in his opinion,thesport was at its best when he was allowed to act as“a dictator.”C.Yet now the dictator is gone.After an American company,Liberty Media,acquired the Formula Onecompetition recently,Chase Carey—a former executive with Fox Broadcasting Company and DirecTV who by his own admission is not a fierce racing fan—was named to replace Ecclestone and to try to renovate the organization’s management,reach and am bition.D.Among the goals,Carey said in an interview on Tuesday,is one that just about every global sportseems interested in chasing:increasing interest in the United States.“People have said we’re going to ‘Americanize’it,”Carey said.“And we’re not going to do that totally.But realistically,there are some elements of Americanization that th e sport could use.”E.While Formula One commands enormous audiences throughout much of the world,many Americansports fans know it as that other motorsport,the one that is not Nascar(纳斯卡车赛).Formula One teams race far more technol ogically advanced vehicles around tracks all over the world—in magnificent events in places like Malaysia,Monaco,Singapore and the United Arab Emirates,and on tradition-rich tracks like Silverstone in England and Monza in Italy too.F.The series has an annual race in Austin,Texas.But within“a few years,”Carey said,he plans to bringanother to a destination American city,like New York,Los Angeles,Miami or Las V egas.Carey’s ambitious plan is two-fold:fi rst,change the business model of Formula One,which he said was a “one-man show”under Ecclestone that had a largely narrow vision when it came to negotiating partnership deals;and second,alter the way fans experience the sport,both in person and remotely,so that connections between the audience and people within the series are easier to make.G.Increased digital access for fans,a more behind-the-scenes experience for broadcast viewers andinnovation in areas like virtual reality—what is it like to speed around a track inside a Ferrari?—are among the possibil ities.“The sport has clearly been underserved,”Carey said.“It doesn’t do anything digitally.There’s no marketing.It do esn’t tell any stories.The goal in this is to make the fans connect to the live experience as much as possible,and the too ls you have to do that,we’re not using at all.”H.The larger question,though,is a familiar one:Is there room for Formula One in the ever-crowdedsports landscape of the United States?Opinions vary,particularly because viewing habits among consumers continue to evolve. John Bloom,a professor at Shippensburg University who has studied American sports history,said the biggest challenge for an y sport trying to increase its presence in the United States was framing itself in a way that had lasting appeal.“Sports g enerally become popular in some way because they establish a narrative,”Bloom said.“When I think of motorsports in the U. S., what we all think of is Nascar,and the narrative of Nascar is sort of rural,white,working-class Americans,mostly in the South,connecting with the atmosphere of those races.That’s the narrative.When I think of the narrative of Formula One,it’s a very different kind of audience.”I.That difference,Carey said,is significant.While some might immediately link Formula One toNascar in terms of American growth,Carey said Formula One’s brand research had indicated there was very little crossover;r ather,Formula One fans generally cite other so-called elite events,like Wimbledon or the Ryder Cup,as competitions they enj oy.“Other than they’re both cars,the Nascar fan base is a very different fan base,”Carey said.“It’s a very regional fa n base.Formula One is a global,famous brand of stars.These are machines that shock and awe you.”J.Carey’s background is in deal making and innovation.At Fox Broadcasting Company,he was a top advisor for years,known for his skill in helping to lead the launch of company into sports,as well as the start of Fox News Channel.After going to Dire cTV,he positioned the satellite provider as a mainstream option in millions of households.K.Now,after Liberty Media paid$4.4billion to acquire Formula One,he is charged with making the investment pay off.“I think they can build Formula One in the U.S.,”said Patrick Crakes,an executive at InVivo Media Group who spent25years at Fox Bro adcasting Company before leaving in 2016as a senior manager at Fox Sports.“People don’t work on their cars anymore.They d on’t want that connection anymore.It’s about technology and pushing the limits.It’s about speed,danger and risk.And Form ula One has that more than any other racing series.”L.That is what hooked Carey,and he said he thought his experience was not unusual.He recalled attending Formula One’s Mona co race last year and being overwhelmed by the ceremony leading up to the event,the way the race charmed the city for daysahead of the start.In his mind it felt like a Super Bowl(超级碗橄榄球赛).M.Then,on race day,he watched as the cars rocketed out of a tunnel and went screaming toward a tight turn with the city’s harbor and the Mediterranean Sea in the background framing the scene.He was fascinated.“You can’t help but be awed,”he s aid,“and I think that feeling can be translated to the viewer.”N.He added:“The broader sport is a little too inward-looking,and we need to be more open.In some ways,I’m glad to be comi ng from the outside.The guys who are in the sport forever are sitting there saying:‘We can’t do that.We can’t do that be cause it’s never been done that way.’”36.Chase Carey believes greater use should be made of digital technology to make Formula One moreaccessible to its fans.37.Chase Carey was deeply impressed by the ceremony preceding last year’s Monaco race.38.One of Chase Carey’s goals is to make Formula One more appealing to Americans.39.A former motorbike parts dealer led Formula One for the past forty years.40.Chase Carey thought the audience of Formula One could be made to share his feeling about the race.41.Chase Carey used to serve as a top advisor for a major broadcasting company.42.Chase Carey intends to make connections easier between the audience and the Formula One racers.43.The new leader of Formula One admitted he was not super interested in car racing.44.People’s opinions differ as to whether Formula One can be promoted in the U.S.pared with other racing series,Formula One focuses more on speed and involves more danger. Section CDirections:There are2passages in this section.Each passage is followed by some questions or unfinished statements.For each of them there are four choices marked A),B),C)and D).You should decide on the best choice and mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet2with a single line through the centre.Passage OneQuestions46to50are based on the following passage.Supermarkets have long been suffering as one of the thinnest-margined businesses in existence and one of the least-looked-f orward-to places to work or visit.For more than a decade,they have been under attack from e-commerce giants,blamed for maki ng Americans fat,and accused of contributing to climate change.Supermarkets can technically be defined as giants housing15,000to60,000different products.The revolutionary idea of a self-service grocery,where people could hunt and gather food from aisles rather than asking a clerk to fetch items from behind a counter,first came about in America.There is some debate about which was the very first,but over the years a consensus has built around King Kullen Supermarket,founded in New York in1930.For some300years,Americans had fed themselves from small stores and public markets.Shopping for food involved mud,noisy chi ckens,clouds of flies,nasty smells,bargaining,and getting short-changed.The supermarket imitated the Fordist factory,with i ts emphasis on efficiency and standardization,and reimagined it as a place to buy food.Supermarkets may not feel cutting-ed ge now, but they were a revolution in distribution at the time.They were such strange marvels that,on her first official st ate visit to the United States in1957,Queen Elizabeth II insisted on an impromptu(即兴的) tour of a suburban-Maryland Giant Food.The typical supermarket layout has barely changed over the past90years.Most stores open with。

大学英语四六级 考试真题及参考答案

大学英语四六级 考试真题及参考答案

之2001年1月大学英语六级考试真题及参考答案2001年1月大学英语六级考试真题及参考答案一、单选题第1题:Starting with the ________ that there is life on the planet Mars, the seientstwent on to develop his argument.A) premise B) pretext C) foundation D) presentation【正确答案】:A【参考解析】:无第2题:After several nuclear disasters, a ________ has raged over the safety of nuclear energy.A) quarrel B) suspicion C) verdict D) controversy【正确答案】:D【参考解析】:无第3题:Their diplomatic principles complely laid bare their ________ for world conquest. A) admiration B) ambition C) administration D)orientation【正确答案】:B【参考解析】:无第4题:The director gave me his ________ that he would double my pay if I did my job well.A) warrant B) obligation C) assurance D) certainty【正确答案】:C【参考解析】:无第5题:The Christmas tree was decorated with shining ________ such as colored lights and glass balls.A) ornaments B) luxuries C) exhibits D) complements【正确答案】:A【参考解析】:无第6题:The two most important ________ in making a cake are flour and sugar .A) elements B) components C) ingredients D) constituents【正确答案】:C【参考解析】:无第7题:Cultural ________ indicates that human beings hand their languages down from one generation to another.A) translation B) transition C) transmission D) transaction【正确答案】:C【参考解析】:无第8题:We must look beyond ________ and assumptions and try to discover what is missing.A) justifications B) illusions C) manifestations D) specifications【正确答案】:B【参考解析】:无第9题:No one imagined that the apparently ________ businessman was really a criminal. A) respective B) respectable C) respectful D) realistic【正确答案】:B【参考解析】:无第10题:If nothing is done to protect the environment, millions of spedes that are alive today will have become ________ .A) deteriorated B) degenerated C) suppressed D) extinct【正确答案】:D【参考解析】:无第11题:The ________ of the scientific attitude is that the human mind can suceeed in understanding the universe.A) essence B) texture C) content D) threshold【正确答案】:A【参考解析】:无第12题:The old lady has developed a ________ cough which cannot be cured completely in a short time.A) perpetual B) permanent C) chronic D) sustained【正确答案】:C【参考解析】:无第13题:What the correspondent sent us is an ________ news report. We can depend on it A) evident B) authentic C) ultimate D) immediate【正确答案】:B【参考解析】:无第14题:Having had her as a professor and adviser, I can tell you that she is an_______ force who pushes her students to excel far beyond their own expectations.A) inspirational B) educational C) excessive D) instantaneous【正确答案】:A【参考解析】:无第15题:Some researchers feel that certain people have nervous systems particularly ______ to hot, dry winds. They are what we call weather sensitive people.A) subjective B) subordinate C) liable D) vulnerable【正确答案】:D【参考解析】:无第16题:Hurricanes are killer winds, and their ________ power lies in the physical damage they can do.A) cumulative B) destructive C) turbulent D) prevalent【正确答案】:B【参考解析】:无第17题:In some countries, students are expected to be quiet and ________ in the classroom.A) skeptical B) faithful C) obedient D) subsidiary48. In spite of the ______economic forecasts, manufacturing【正确答案】:C【参考解析】:无第18题:In spite of the ______economic forecasts, manufacturing output has risen slightly.A) gloomy B) miserable C) shadowy D) obscure【正确答案】:A【参考解析】:无第19题:Body paint or face paint is used mostly by men in pre literate societies in order to attract good health or to _______ disease.A) set aside B) ward off C) shrug off D) give away【正确答案】:B【参考解析】:无第20题:The international situation has been growing _____difficult for the last few years.A) invariably B) presumably C) increasingly D) dominantly【正确答案】:C【参考解析】:无第21题:The prisoner was ______ of his civil liberty for three years.A) discharged B) derived C) deprived D) dispatched【正确答案】:C【参考解析】:无第22题:Small farms and the lack of modern technology have ______ agricultural production.A) blundered B) tangled C) bewildered D) hampered【正确答案】:D【参考解析】:无第23题:The Japanese scientists have found that scents ______ efficiency and reduce stress among office workers.A) enhance B) amplilf C) foster D) magnify【正确答案】:A【参考解析】:无第24题:All the students have to ______to the rules and regulations of the school.A) confirm B) confront C) confine D) conform【正确答案】:A【参考解析】:无第25题:He ______ his head, wondering how to solve the problemA) scrapped B) screwed C) scraped D) scratched【正确答案】:D【参考解析】:无第26题:As soon as the boy was able to earn his own living he ______ his parents' strict rules.A) defied B) refuted C) excluded D) vetoed【正确答案】:A【参考解析】:无第27题:The helicopter a light plane and both pilots were killed.A) coincided with B) stumbled on C) tumbled to D) collided with【正确答案】:D【参考解析】:无第28题:To ______ is to save and protect, to leave what we ourselves enjoy in such goodcondition that others may also share the enjoyment.A) conserve B) conceive C) convert D) contrive【正确答案】:A【参考解析】:无第29题:Put on dark glasses or the sun will ______ you and you won' t be able to see.A) discern B) distort C) distract D) dazzle【正确答案】:D【参考解析】:无第30题:In ______ times human beings did not travel for pleasure but to find a morefavourable climate.A) prime B) primitive C) primary D) preliminary【正确答案】:B【参考解析】:无二、阅读理解第31题:Birds that are literally half asleep--with one brain hemisphere alert and the other sleeping--control which side of the brain remains awake, according to a new study of sleeping ducks.Earlier studies have documented half brain sleep in a wide range of birds. The brain hemispheres take turns sinking into the sleep stage characterized by slow brain waves. The eye controlled by the sleeping hemisphere keeps shut, while the wakeful hemisphere's eye stays open and alert. Birds also can sleep with both hemispheres resting at once.Decades of studies of bird flocks led researchers to predict extra alertness in the more vulnerable, end of the row sleepers. Sure enough, the end birdstended to watch carefully on the side away from their companions. Ducks in the inner spots showed no preference for gaze direction. Also, birds dozing(打盹) at the end of the line resorted to single hemisphere sleep, rather than total relaxation, more often than inner ducks did. Rotating 16 birds through the positions in a four duck row, the researchers found outer birds half asleep during some 32 percent of dozing time versus about 12 percent for birds in internal spots."We believe this is the first evidence for an animal behaviorally controlling sleep and wakefulness simultaneously in different regions of the brain,"the researchers say.The results provide the best evidence for a long standing supposition that single hemisphere sleep evolved as creatures scanned for enemies. The preference for opening an eye on the lookout side could be widespread, he predicts. He's seen it in a pair of birds dozing side by side in the zoo and in a single pet bird sleeping by a mirror. The mirror side eye closed as if the reflection were acompanion and the other eye stayed open.Useful as half sleeping might be, it's only been found in birds and such water mammals(哺乳动物) as dolphins, whales, and seals. Perhaps keeping one side of the brain awake allows a sleeping animal to surface occasionally to avoid drowning.Studies of birds may offer unique insights into sleep. Jerome M. Siegel of the UCLA says he wonders if birds' half brain sleep "is just the tip of the iceberg(冰山)" He speculates that more examples may turn up when we take a closer look at other species.1. A new study on birds' sleep has revealed that ________ .A) half brain sleep is found in a wide variety of birdsB) half brain sleep is characterized by slow brain wavesC) birds can control their half brain sleep consciouslyD) birds seldom sleep with the whole of their brain at rest2. According to the passage, birds often half sleep because ________ .A) they have to watch out for possible attacksB) their brain hemispheres take turns to restC) the two halves of their brain are differently structuredD) they have to constantly keep an eye on their companions3. The example of a bird sleeping in front of a mirror indicates that ________.A) the phenomenon of birds dozing in pairs is widespreadB) birds prefer to sleep in pairs for the sake of securityC) even an imagined companion gives the bird a sense of securityD) a single pet bird enjoys seeing its own reflection in the mirror4. While sleeping, some water mammals tend to keep half awake in order to ________ .A) alert themselves to the approaching enemyB) emerge from water now and then to breatheC) be sensitive to the ever changing environmentD) avoid being swept away by rapid currents5. By "just the tip of the iceberg"( Line 2, Para. 8), Siegel suggests that________ .A) half brain sleep has something to do with icy weatherB) the mystery of half brain sleep is close to being solvedC) most birds living in cold regions tend to be half sleepersD) half brain sleep is a phenomenon that could exist among other species1小题>、【正确答案】:C2小题>、【正确答案】:A3小题>、【正确答案】:C4小题>、【正确答案】:B5小题>、【正确答案】:D【参考解析】:无第32题:A nine year old schoolgirl single handedly cooks up a science fair experiment that ends up debunking(揭穿……的真相) a widely practiced medical treatment. Emily Rosa's target was a practice known as therapeutic(治疗的) touch (TT for short), whose advocates manipulate patients' "energy field"to make them feel better and even, say some, to cure them of various ills. Yet Emily's test shows that these energy fields can't be detected, even by trained TT practitioners (行医者). Obviously mindful of the publicity value of the situation, Journal editor George Lundberg appeared on TV to declare, "Age doesn't matter. It's good science that matters, and this is good science."Emily's mother Linda Rosa, a registered nurse, has been campaigning against TT for nearly a decade. Linda first thought about TT in the late '80s, when she learned it was on the approved list for continuing nursing education in Colorado. Its 100,000 trained practitioners (48,000 in the U. S.) don't even touch their patients. Instead, they waved their hands a few inches from the patient's body, pushing energy fields around until they' re in "balance." TT advocates say these manipulations can help heal wounds, relieve Pain and reduce fever. The claims are taken seriously enough that TT therapists are frequently hired by leading hospitals, at up to $ 70 an hour, to smooth patients' energy, sometimes during surgery.Yet Rosa could not find any evidence that it works. To provide such proof,TT therapists would have to sit down for independent testing--something they haven't been eager to do, even though James Randi has offered more than $1 million to anyone who can demonstrate the existence of a human energy field. (He's had one taker so far. She failed.) A skeptic might conclude that TT practitioners are afraid to lay their beliefs on the line. But who could turn down an innocentfourth grader? Says Emily:"I think they didn't take me very seriously because I'm a kid."The experiment was straight forward: 21 TT therapists stuck their hands, palms up, through a screen. Emily held her own hand over one of theirs left or right and the practitioners had to say which hand it was. When the results were recorded, they'd done no better than they would have by simply guessing. If there was an energy field, they couldn't feel it.1. Which of the following is evidence that TT is widely practiced?A) TT has been in existence for decades.B) Many patients were cured by therapeutic touch.C) TT therapists are often employed by leading hospitals.D) More than 100,000 people are undergoing TT treatment.2. Very few TT practitioners responded to the $1 million offer because ________.A) they didn't take the offer seriouslyB) they didn't want to risk their careerC) they were unwilling to reveal their secretD) they thought it was not in line with their practice3. The purpose of Emily Rosa's experiment was ________.A) to see why TT could work the way it didB) to find out how TT cured patients' illnessesC) to test whether she could sense the human energy fieldD) to test whether a human energy field really existed4. Why did some TT practitioners agree to be the subjects of Emil's experiment?A) It involved nothing more than mere guessing.B) They thought it was going to be a lot of fun.C) It was more straightforward than other experiments.D) They sensed no harm in a little girl's experiment.5. What can we learn from the passage?A) Some widely accepted beliefs can be deceiving.B) Solid evidence weighs more than pure theories.C) Little children can be as clever as trained TT practitioners.D) The principle of TT is too profound to understand.1小题>、【正确答案】:C2小题>、【正确答案】:C3小题>、【正确答案】:D4小题>、【正确答案】:D5小题>、【正确答案】:A【参考解析】:无第33题:What might driving on an automated highway be like? The answer depends on what kind of sys tem is ultimately adopted. Two distinct types are on the drawing board. The first is a special purpose lane system, in which certain lanes are reserved for automated vehicles. The second is a mixed traffic system: fully automated vehicles would share the road with partially automated or manual driven cars. A special purpose lane system would require more extensive physical modifications to existing highways, but it promises the greatest gains in freeway(高速公路)capacity.Under either scheme, the driver would specify the desired destination, furnishing this information to a computer in the car at the beginning of the trip or perhaps just before reaching the automated highway. If a mixed traffic system way was in place, automated driving could begin whenever the driver was on suitably equipped roads. If special purpose lanes were available, the car could enter them and join existing traffic in two different ways. One method would use a specialonramp(入口引道).As the driver approached the point of entry for the highway, devices installed on the roadside would electronically check the vehicle to determine its destination and to ascertain that it had the proper automation equipment in good working order. Assuming it passed such tests, the driver would then be guided through a gate and toward an automated lane. In this case, the transition from manual to auto mated control would take place on the entrance ramp. An alternative technique could employ conven tional lanes, which would be shared by automated and regular vehicles. The driver would steer onto the highway and move in normal fashion to a "transition'lane. The vehicle would then shift under computer control onto alane reserved for automated traffic. (The limitation of these lanes to automated traffic would, presumably, be well respected, because all trespassers(非法进入者) could be swiftly identified by authorities.)Either approach to joining a lane of automated traffic would harmonize the movement of newly entering vehicles with those already traveling. Automatic control here should allow for smooth merging without the usual uncertainties and potential for accidents. And once a vehicle had settled into autmated travel, the driverwould be free to release the wheel, open the morning paper or just relax.1. We learn from the first paragraph that two systems of automated highways ________.A) are being plannedB) are being modifiedC) are now in wide useD) are under construction2. A special purpose lane system is probably advantageous in that ________.A) it would require only minor changes to existing highwaysB) it would achieve the greatest highway traffic efficiencyC) it has a lane for both automated and partially automated vehiclesD) it offers more lanes for automated vehicles3. Which of the following is true about driving on an automated highway?A) Vehicles traveling on it are assigned different lanes according to theirdestinations.B) A car can join existing traffic any time in a mixed lane system.C)The driver should inform his car computer of his destination before driving ontoit.D) The driver should share the automated lane with those of regular vehicles.4. We know from the passage that a car can enter a special purpose lane________.A) by smoothly merging with cars on the conventional laneB) by way of a ramp with electronic control devicesC) through a specially guarded gateD) after all trespassers are identified and removed5. When driving in an automated lane, the driver ________.A) should harmonize with newly entering carsB) doesn't have to rely on his computer systemC) should watch out for potential accidentsD) doesn't have to hold on to the steering wheel1小题>、【正确答案】:A2小题>、【正确答案】:B3小题>、【正确答案】:C4小题>、【正确答案】:B5小题>、【正确答案】:D【参考解析】:无第34题:Taking charge of yourself involves putting to rest some very prevalent myths. At the top of the list is the notion that intelligence is measured by your ability to solve complex problems; to read, write and compute at certain levels;and to resolve abstract equations quickly. This vision of intelligence asserts formal education and bookish excellence as the true measures of self fulfillment. It encourages a kind of intellectual prejudice that has brought with it some discouraging results. We have come to believe that someone who has more educational merit badges, who is very good at some form of school discipline is"intelligent." Yet mental hospitals are filled with patients who have all of the properly lettered certificates. A truer indicator of intelligence is an effective, happy life lived each day and each present moment of every day.If you are happy, if you live each moment for everything it's worth, then you are an intelligent person. Problem solving is a useful help to your happiness, but if you know that given your inability to resolve a particular concern you can still choose happiness for yourself, or at a minimum refuse to choose unhappiness, then you are intelligent. You are intelligent because you have the ultimate weapon against the big N. B. D. --Nervous Break Down."Intelligent'people do not have N.B.D.'s because they are in charge of themselves. They know how to choose happiness over depression, because they know how to deal with the problems of their lives.You can begin to think of yourselfas truly intelligent on the basis of how you choose to feel in the face of trying circumstances. The life struggles are pretty much the same for each of us. Every one who is involved with other humanbeings in any social context has similar difficulties. Disagreements, conflictsand compromises are a part of what it means to be human. Similarly, money, growing old,sickness, deaths, natural disasters and accidents are all events which present problems to virtually all human beings. But some people are able to make it, to avoid immobilizing depression and unhappiness despite such occurrences, while others collapse or have an N. B.D. Those who recognize problems as a human condition and don' t measure happiness by an absence of problems are the most intelligent kind of humans we know; also, the most rare.1. According to the author, the conventional notion of intelligence measured in termsof one' s ability to read, write and compute ________.A) is a widely held but wrong conceptB) will help eliminate intellectual prejudiceC) is the root of all mental distressD) will contribute to one's self fulfillment2 It is implied in the passage that holding a university degree ________.A) may result in one's inability to solve complex real life problemsB) does not indicate one's ability to write properly worded documentsC) may make one mentally sick and physically weakD) does not mean that one is highly intelligent3. The author thinks that an intelligent person knows ________.A) how to put up with some very prevalent mythsB) how to find the best way to achieve success in tireC) how to avoid depression and make his life worthwhileD) how to persuade others to compromise4. In the last paragraph, the author tells us that ________.A) difficulties are but part of everyone's lifeB) depression and unhappiness are unavoidable in lifeC) everybody should learn to avoid trying circumstancesD) good feelings can contribute to eventual academic excellence5. According to the passage, what kind of people are rare?A) Those who don't emphasize bookish excellence in their pursuit of happiness.B) Those who are aware of difficulties in life but know how to avoid unhappiness.C) Those who measure happiness by an absence of problems but seldom suffer from N.B. D. ' s.D) Those who are able to secure happiness though having to struggle against trying circumstances.1小题>、【正确答案】:A2小题>、【正确答案】:D3小题>、【正确答案】:C4小题>、【正确答案】:A5小题>、【正确答案】:B【参考解析】:无三、完型填空第35题:In the United States, the first day nursery, was opened in 1854. Nurseries were established in various areas during the 1 half of the 19th century; mostof 2 were charitable. Both in Europe and in the U.S., the day nursery movement received great 3 during the First World War, when 4 of manpower caused theindustrial employment of unprecedented(前所未有) numbers of women. In some European countries nurseries were established 5 in munitions(军火) plants, under direct government sponsorship. 6 the number of nurseries in the U.S. also rose 7 ,this rise was accomplished without government aid of any kind. During the yearsfollowing the First World War, 8 , federal,State, and local governments gradually began to exercise a measure of control 9 the day nurseries, chiefly by 10 them and by.The 11 of the Second World War was quickly followed by an increase in the number of day nurseries in almost all countries, as women were 12 called up on to replace men in the factories.On this 13 the U.S. government immediately came to the support of the nursery schools, 14 $ 6,000,000 in July, 1942,for a nursery school program for the children of working mothers. Many States and local communities 15this Federal aid. By the end of the war, in August, 1945, more than 100,000 children were being cared 16 in daycare centers receiving Federal 17 . Soon afterward, the Federal government 18 cut down its expenditures for this purpose and later 19 them, causing a sharp drop in the number of nursery schools in operation. However, the expectation that most employed mothers would leave their 20 at the end ofthe war was only partly fulfilled.1. A) latter C) other B) late D) first2. A) those B) them C) whose D) imitation3. A) impetus B) input C) imitation D) initiative4. A) sources B) abundance C) shortage D) reduction5. A) hardly B) entirely C) only D) even6. A) Because B) As C) Since D) Although7. A) unanimously B) sharply C) predominantly D) militantly8. A) therefore B) consequently C) however D) moreover9. A) over B) in C) at D) about10. A) formulating B) labeling C) patenting D) licensing11. A) outset B) outbreak C) breakthrough D) breakdown12. A) again B) thus C) repeatedly D) yet13. A) circumstance B) occasion C) case D) situation14. A) regulating B) summoning C) allocating D) transferring15. A) expanded B) facilitated C) supplemented D) compensated16. A) by B) after C) of D) for17 A) pensions B) subsidies C) revenues D) budgets18. A) prevalently B) furiously C) statistically D) drastically19 A) abolished B) diminished C) jeopardized D)precluded20. A) nurseries B) homes C) jobs D) chidren1小题>、【正确答案】:B2小题>、【正确答案】:B3小题>、【正确答案】:A4小题>、【正确答案】:C5小题>、【正确答案】:D6小题>、【正确答案】:D7小题>、【正确答案】:B8小题>、【正确答案】:C9小题>、【正确答案】:B10小题>、【正确答案】:A11小题>、【正确答案】:B12小题>、【正确答案】:A13小题>、【正确答案】:B14小题>、【正确答案】:C15小题>、【正确答案】:C16小题>、【正确答案】:D 17小题>、【正确答案】:B 18小题>、【正确答案】:D 19小题>、【正确答案】:A 20小题>、【正确答案】:C 【参考解析】:无。

英语四六级考试题及答案

英语四六级考试题及答案

英语四六级考试题及答案一、听力理解(共20分)1. What is the man going to do this evening?A) Go to the cinema.B) Visit his parents.C) Do some shopping.D) Attend a lecture.答案:A2. Why did the woman refuse the job offer?A) The salary was too low.B) She didn't like the working hours.C) The company was too far away.D) She preferred to work in a different city.答案:B二、阅读理解(共40分)Passage 1The benefits of learning a second language have been widely recognized. It not only broadens one's horizons but also enhances cognitive abilities.36. What is the main idea of the passage?A) The importance of learning a second language.B) The disadvantages of being bilingual.C) The challenges of learning a new language.D) The cognitive benefits of multilingualism.答案:APassage 2With the rapid development of technology, the way we communicate has changed dramatically.37. According to the passage, what has been the impact of technology on communication?A) It has made communication more difficult.B) It has led to a decline in face-to-face interactions.C) It has improved the efficiency of communication.D) It has caused people to rely too much on electronic devices.答案:C三、词汇与语法(共20分)38. The weather turned out to be very fine, ________ was more than we could expect.A) thatB) itC) whichD) this答案:C39. She is ________ to win the competition, as she has been practicing very hard.A) capableB) reliableC) likelyD) probable答案:C四、翻译(共20分)40. 随着经济的发展,越来越多的人能够负担得起出国旅游的费用。

四六级英语试题及答案

四六级英语试题及答案

四六级英语试题及答案一、听力理解(共20分)1. A) 根据所听内容,选择正确答案。

A) 选项AB) 选项BC) 选项CD) 选项D[答案] A2. B) 根据对话内容,回答以下问题。

What is the man's main purpose for visiting the woman?A) To return a book.B) To borrow a book.C) To discuss a project.D) To ask for directions.[答案] C二、阅读理解(共40分)1. 阅读以下短文,回答问题1-5。

Passage 1[短文内容]56. What is the main idea of the passage?A) 选项AB) 选项BC) 选项CD) 选项D[答案] B57. According to the passage, what can we learn about the author?A) 选项AB) 选项BC) 选项CD) 选项D[答案] A2. 阅读以下短文,回答问题6-10。

Passage 2[短文内容]58. Why did the company decide to relocate its headquarters?A) 选项AB) 选项BC) 选项CD) 选项D[答案] C59-61. [其他问题及答案]三、完型填空(共20分)1. 阅读下面的短文,从所给选项中选择最佳答案填空。

[短文内容]62. A) DespiteB) BecauseC) AlthoughD) Since[答案] A63-71. [其他问题及答案]四、翻译(共15分)1. 将下列句子从中文翻译成英文。

72. 他每天早晨都会去公园跑步。

[答案] He goes for a run in the park every morning.73-75. [其他句子及答案]五、写作(共15分)1. 根据以下提示写一篇不少于120字的短文。

英语四级试卷及参考答案

英语四级试卷及参考答案

英语四级试卷及参考答案一、听力理解(共25分)Section A: 短对话(共8分)1. A) The man is too busy to attend the concert.B) The concert has been cancelled.C) The woman is not interested in the concert.D) The tickets for the concert are too expensive.2. A) The woman is looking for a job.B) The man is not qualified for the job.C) The man is asking for a raise.D) The woman is offering the man a job....Section B: 长对话(共7分)11. What is the main topic of the conversation?A) A new shopping mall.B) A new movie.C) A new restaurant.D) A new book.12. Why does the man suggest going to the cinema?A) Because it's a new experience.B) Because it's cheaper than a restaurant.C) Because it's a better place for a date.D) Because the woman has never been there....Section C: 短文理解(共10分)16. What is the speaker mainly talking about?A) The importance of environmental protection.B) The impact of technology on society.C) The benefits of traveling.D) The challenges of modern life.17. According to the speaker, what can be done to address the issue?A) Encouraging recycling.B) Reducing the use of plastic.C) Promoting public transportation.D) All of the above....二、阅读理解(共20分)Section A: 快速阅读(共10分)26. The author's purpose in writing the passage is to _______.27. According to the passage, which of the following is true about the new policy?28. What does the author suggest we should do to improve our health?...Section B: 阅读理解(共10分)31. What is the main idea of the passage?32. The author uses the example of _______ to illustrate_______.33. What is the author's attitude towards the issue discussed in the passage?...三、词汇与语法结构(共15分)36. The company is _______ to expand its business overseas.A) keenB) reluctantC) indifferentD) anxious37. If it were not for the support of the community, our project _______.A) would have failedB) would failC) had failedD) fails...四、完形填空(共20分)41. The word "significant" in the context of the passage means _______.42. The author suggests that _______ is a key factor in achieving success.43. According to the passage, the attitude of the employeestowards their work is _______....五、翻译(共20分)Translate the following sentences into English:44. 随着科技的发展,我们的生活变得越来越便利。

四六级听力答案及试题解析

四六级听力答案及试题解析

四六级听力答案及试题解析一、短对话理解(共8题,每题1分)1. A) The man is going to the library.B) The woman is looking for a book.C) The man is asking for directions.D) The woman is planning to study abroad.答案:A2. A) The woman forgot to bring her camera.B) The man is not interested in photography.C) The woman is upset about the weather.D) The man is late for the photography class.答案:C3. A) The man is worried about the exam.B) The woman is confident about her performance.C) The woman is going to help the man study.D) The man is considering dropping the course.答案:B4. A) The woman is a college professor.B) The man is a high school student.C) The woman is a university student.D) The man is a graduate student.答案:D5. A) The man is going to the beach.B) The woman is inviting the man to a party.C) The man is busy with his work.D) The woman is not interested in going out.答案:C6. A) The man is looking for a job.B) The woman is offering the man a job.C) The man is applying for a scholarship.D) The woman is asking for a raise.答案:B7. A) The woman is a vegetarian.B) The man is allergic to seafood.C) The woman is on a diet.D) The man is not hungry.答案:A8. A) The man is a professional athlete.B) The woman is a sports coach.C) The man is a sports fan.D) The woman is a fitness instructor.答案:C二、长对话理解(共7题,每题1分)9. What is the main topic of the conversation?A) A new restaurant in town.B) A cooking class.C) A cooking competition.D) A cooking show on TV.答案:B10. Why does the man want to take the cooking class?A) To learn how to cook for his family.B) To impress his girlfriend.C) To improve his cooking skills.D) To meet new people.答案:C11. What does the woman think about the cooking class?A) It's too expensive.B) It's not suitable for beginners.C) It's a good opportunity to learn.D) It's not worth the time.答案:C12. What is the man's concern about the cooking class?A) The class size is too large.B) The class schedule conflicts with his work.C) The class location is inconvenient.D) The class instructor is not experienced.答案:B13. What does the woman suggest the man do?A) Look for a different class.B) Talk to the instructor about his schedule.C) Ask his employer for a schedule change.D) Give up the idea of taking the class.答案:B14. What is the man's final decision?A) He will take the class.B) He will look for another class.C) He will discuss his schedule with his employer.D) He will wait until the next session.答案:A15. What is the woman's opinion about the cooking competition?A) It's a great opportunity to showcase talent.B) It's too competitive and stressful.C) It's only for professional chefs.D) It's not worth the effort.答案:A16. What is the man's reason for not being interested in the competition?A) He doesn't have enough experience.B) He doesn't like the competitive atmosphere.C) He's not confident in his cooking skills.D) He's already committed to another event.答案:C17. What does the woman suggest the man do if he wants to participate in the competition?A) Practice more and gain confidence.B) Find a partner to compete with.C) Join a cooking club to improve his skills.D) Take the cooking class to learn new techniques.答案:A三、短文理解(共10题,每题1分)18. What is the speaker mainly talking about?A) The importance of teamwork in sports.B) The role of a team captain in sports.C) The qualities of a good sports team.D) The impact of sports on personal development。

英语四六级考试(翻译)真题与答案解析

英语四六级考试(翻译)真题与答案解析

1四级真题四级真题1.The substance does not dissolve in water ________________(不管是否加热)。

whether (it is) heated or not2.Not only _______________(他向我收费过高),but he didn’t do a good repair job either. Not only did he charge me too much 或Not only did he overcharge me3. Your losses in trade this year are nothing ____________________(与我的相比)。

compared with mine 或 in comparison with mine4. On average, it is said, visitors spend only _____________________(一半的钱) in a day in Leeds as in London.5. By contrast, American mothers were more likely____________________ (把孩子的成功归因于) natural talent.to attribute/ascribe their children’s success to6 Having spent some time in the city, he had no trouble ______(找到去历史博物馆的路). finding the way to the history museum7 __________(为了挣钱供我上学), Mother often takes on more work than is good for her. In order to support my university studies (或:to finance my education ;to pay for my education/to pay my tuition fees )8 The professor required that __________________(我们交研究报告)。

英语四级考试题和答案

英语四级考试题和答案

英语四级考试题和答案一、听力理解(共30分)1. A) The man is not interested in the woman's suggestion.B) The woman is not sure whether she can go to the party.C) The woman is not familiar with the man's friends.D) The man is trying to persuade the woman to go to the party.2. A) The woman is looking for a job.B) The woman is asking for directions.C) The woman is looking for a house to rent.D) The woman is asking about the cost of living.二、阅读理解(共20分)Passage 136. What is the main idea of the passage?A) The importance of teamwork in business.B) The benefits of working in a team.C) The challenges of working in a team.D) The disadvantages of working alone.37. According to the passage, which of the following is a benefit of working in a team?A) It allows for more creativity.B) It reduces the workload for each individual.C) It provides a sense of security.D) It leads to better decision-making.Passage 238. What does the author suggest about the use of social media?A) It should be limited to avoid addiction.B) It can be beneficial if used wisely.C) It is a waste of time for most people.D) It is a necessary tool for modern communication.39. What is the author's opinion on the impact of social media on relationships?A) It has a negative effect on personal relationships.B) It can strengthen relationships if used properly.C) It has no significant impact on relationships.D) It is essential for maintaining long-distance relationships.三、词汇与语法(共20分)40. The company has recently ________ a new policy to improve employee satisfaction.A) implementedB) demonstratedC) speculatedD) deteriorated41. Despite the heavy rain, the construction work was________ on schedule.A) delayedB) postponedC) acceleratedD) maintained四、写作(共30分)42. Directions: Write an essay of about 120 words on thetopic "The Role of Technology in Education". You should write clearly and coherently, and support your view with appropriate examples.参考答案:一、听力理解1. D) The man is trying to persuade the woman to go to the party.2. B) The woman is asking for directions.二、阅读理解36. A) The importance of teamwork in business.37. B) It reduces the workload for each individual.38. B) It can be beneficial if used wisely.39. B) It can strengthen relationships if used properly.三、词汇与语法40. A) implemented41. D) maintained四、写作范文:The Role of Technology in EducationIn recent years, technology has played an increasingly significant role in the field of education. It has transformed the way students learn and teachers teach. For instance, the use of interactive whiteboards in classrooms allows for a more engaging and dynamic learning experience.Additionally, online learning platforms provide students with access to a wealth of resources and the flexibility to learn at their own pace.Moreover, technology has made education more inclusive by breaking down geographical barriers. Students from remote areas can now participate in virtual classrooms, connecting with peers and educators worldwide. This has not only expanded their horizons but also fostered a global perspective on learning.In conclusion, technology has revolutionized education by enhancing the learning experience, providing greater access to resources, and fostering global connections. As we continue to embrace technological advancements, the potential for further transformation in education is limitless.。

【恒心】【好题狂恋】大学英语四六级Translation(第二十九周)试题及参考答案

【恒心】【好题狂恋】大学英语四六级Translation(第二十九周)试题及参考答案

Part ⅣTranslation (30 minutes)Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to translate a passage from Chinese into English, you should write your answer on Answer Sheet 2.在中国,农历九月九日为传统的重阳节。

九九重阳因为与“久久”同音,有长久长寿的含意,况且秋季也是一年收获的黄金季节,重阳佳节,寓意深远。

在1989年,我国把每年的九月九日定为老人节,这是传统与现代的巧妙结合,使传统的重阳节成为尊老、敬老、爱老、助老的老年人的节日。

在重阳节这一天不少家庭的晚辈会陪伴年老的长辈到郊外活动或为老人准备一些可口的饮食。

注意:此部分试题请在答题卡2上作答。

_______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________【参考答案】The Double Ninth Festival comes on September the ninth on the lunar calendar in China. The traditional festival sounds like “everlasting” in Chinese and thus implies a long life. What’s more, autumn is a golden season for harvest, which renders the festival meaningful. In 1989, September the ninth was designated as the day for the old in China, which is a tactful combination of traditional and modern practice, and becomes a festival for respecting, loving and helping the old. In the festival the younger generation of many families will accompany the elder on the trip to the suburb or prepare some delicious food for them.。

【恒心】【好题狂恋】大学英语四六级Translation(第三十周)试题及参考答案

【恒心】【好题狂恋】大学英语四六级Translation(第三十周)试题及参考答案

Part ⅣTranslation (30 minutes)Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to translate a passage from Chinese into English, you should write your answer on Answer Sheet 2.看到涂红画绿的脸谱(facial painting),你一定会想到戏曲。

脸谱是中国戏曲艺术的重要组成部分,也是中华传统文化的瑰宝。

京剧脸谱,是具有中国民族特色的一种的化妆方法。

在京剧中每个历史人物都有一种大概的谱式,就像唱歌要按照乐谱一样,所以称为“脸谱”。

京剧脸谱与角色的性格有关:红色表示忠勇正义;黑色表示刚烈正直;蓝色表示桀骜不驯的人;白色象征阴险狡诈的人。

注意:此部分试题请在答题卡2上作答。

_______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________【参考答案】You are sure to associate the colorful facial painting with Chinese operas when you lay eyes on it. As an important part of the art of Chinese operas, the facial painting is also what is treasured in Chinese traditional culture. Beijing opera facial makeup is typical of Chinese nationality. Every historical figure’s face corresponds to a certain facial pattern in Beijing opera, which functions as “乐谱”(the music for singers to follow), hence the use of the term “脸谱(facial makeup)” . Beijing opera makeup reflects the character’s nature: red signifies loyalty, bravery and justice; black moral integrity and honesty, blue tendency towards rebellion; white a subtle character.。

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之2003年12月大学英语六级考试真题及参考答案2003年12月英语六级考试真题及答案一、单选题第1题:I have had my eyes tested and the report says that my _______ is perfect.A) outlook C) horizonB) vision D) perspective【正确答案】:B【参考解析】:无第2题:He was looking admiringly at the photograph published by Collins in _______ with the Imperial Museum.A) collection C) collaborationB) connection D) combination【正确答案】:C【参考解析】:无第3题:In those days, executives expected to spend most of their lives in the same firm and, unless they were dismissed for _______, to retire at the age of 65.A) integrity C) incompetenceB) denial D) deduction【正确答案】:C【参考解析】:无第4题:Others viewed the findings with _______, noting that a. cause-and-effect relationship between passive smoking and cancer remains to be shown.A) optimism C) cautionB) passion D) deliberation【正确答案】:C【参考解析】:无第5题:The 1986 Challenger space-shuttle _______ was caused by unusually low temperatures immediately before the launch.A) expedition C) dismayB) controversy D) disaster【正确答案】:D【参考解析】:无第6题:When supply exceeds demand for any product, prices are _______ to fall.A) timely C) subjectB) simultaneous D) liable【正确答案】:B【参考解析】:无第7题:The music aroused an _______ feeling of homesickness in him.A) intentional C) intenseB) intermittent D) intrinsic【正确答案】:C【参考解析】:无第8题:I bought an alarm clock with a(n) _______ dial, which can be seen clearly in the dark.A) supersonic C) audibleB) luminous D) amplified【正确答案】:B【参考解析】:无第9题:The results are hardly _______; he cannot believe they are accurate.A) credible C) criticalB) contrary D) crucial【正确答案】:A【参考解析】:无第10题:This new laser printer is _______ with all leading software.A) comparable C) compatibleB) competitive D) cooperative【正确答案】:C【参考解析】:无第11题:The ball _______ two or three times before rolling down the slope.A) swayed C) hoppedB) bounced D) darted【正确答案】:B【参考解析】:无第12题:He raised his eyebrows and stuck his head forward and _______ it in a single nod, a gesture boys .used then for O.K. when they were pleased.A) shrugged C) jerkedB) tugged D) twisted【正确答案】:C【参考解析】:无第13题:Many types of rock are _______ from volcanoes as solid, fragmentary material.A) flung C) ejectedB) propelled D) injected【正确答案】:C【参考解析】:无第14题:With prices _______ so much, it is difficult for the school to plan a budget.A) vibrating C) flutteringB) fluctuating D) swinging【正确答案】:B【参考解析】:无第15题:The person who _______ this type of approach for doing research deserves our praise.A) originated C) generatedB) speculated D) manufactured【正确答案】:A【参考解析】:无第16题:_______ that the demand for power continues to rise at the current rate, it will not be long before traditional sources become inadequate.A) Concerning C) AssumingB) Ascertaining D) Regarding【正确答案】:C【参考解析】:无第17题:Her jewelry _______ under the spotlights and she became the dominant figure at the ball.A) glared C) blazedB) glittered D) dazzled【正确答案】:B【参考解析】:无第18题:Connie was told that if she worked too hard, her health would _______.A) deteriorate C) descendB) degrade D) decay【正确答案】:A【参考解析】:无第19题:We find that some birds _______ twice a year between hot and cold countries.A) transfer C) migrateB) commute D) emigrate【正确答案】:C【参考解析】:无第20题:As visiting scholars, they willingly _______ to the customs of the country they live in.A) submit C) subjectB) conform D) commit【正确答案】:B【参考解析】:无第21题:More than 85 percent of French Canada’s population sp eaks French as a mother tongue and _______ to the Roman Catholic faith.A) caters C) ascribesB) adheres D) subscribes【正确答案】:B【参考解析】:无第22题:The professor found himself constantly _______ the question: “How could anyone do these things?A) presiding C) ponderingB) poring D) presuming【正确答案】:C【参考解析】:无第23题:Weeks _______ before anyone was arrested in connection with the bank robbery.A) terminated C) overlappedB) elapsed D) expired【正确答案】:B【参考解析】:无第24题:In order to prevent stress from being set up in the metal, expansion joints are fitted which _______ the stress by allowing the pipe to expand or contract freely.A) relieve C) reclaimB) reconcile D) rectify【正确答案】:A【参考解析】:无第25题:How much of your country’s e lectrical supply is _______ from water power?A) deduced C) derivedB) detached D) declined【正确答案】:C【参考解析】:无第26题:She had recently left a job and had helped herself to copies of the company’s client data, which she intended to _______ in starting her own business.A) dwell on C) base onB) come upon D) draw upon【正确答案】:D【参考解析】:无第27题:The glass vessels should be handled most carefully since they are _______.A) intricate C) subtleB) fragile D) crisp【正确答案】:B【参考解析】:无第28题:Hill slopes are cleared of forests to make way for crops, but this only _______ the crisis.A) accelerates C) ascendsB) prevails D) precedes【正确答案】:A【参考解析】:无第29题:He blew out the candle and _______ his way to the door.A) converged C) stroveB) groped D) wrenched【正确答案】:B【参考解析】:无第30题:Often such arguments have the effect of _______ rather than clarifying the issues involved.A) obscuring C) tacklingB) prejudicing D) blocking【正确答案】:A【参考解析】:无二、阅读理解第31题:Bill Gates, the billionaire Microsoft chairman without a single earned university degree, is by his success raising new doubts about the worth of the business world’s favorite academic title: the MBA (Master of Business Administration).The MBA, a 20th-century product, always has borne the mark of lowly commerce and greed (贪婪) on the tree-lined campuses ruled by purer disciplines such as philosophy and literature.But even with the recession apparently cutting into the hiring of business school graduates, about 79,000 people are expected to receive MBAs in 1993. This is nearly 16 times the number of business graduates in 1960, a testimony to the widespread assumption that the MBA is vital for young men and women who want to run companies some day.“If you are going into the corporate world it is still a disadvantage not to have one,” said Donald Morrison, professor of marketing and management science. “But in the last five years or so, when someone says, ‘Should I attempt to get an MBA,’ the answer a lot more is: It depends.”The success of Bill Gates and other non-MBAs, such as the late Sam Walton of Wal-Mart Stores Inc., has helped inspire self-conscious debates on business school campuses over the worth of a business degree and whether management skills can be taught.The Harvard Business Review printed a lively, fictional exchange of letters to dramatize complaints about business degree holders.The article called MBA hires “extremely disappointing” and said “MBAs want to move up too fast, they don’t understand politics and people, and they aren’t able to function as part of a team until their third year. But by then, they’re out looking for other jobs.”The problem, most participants in the debate acknowledge, is that the MBA has acquired an aura(光环) of future fiches and power far beyond its actual importance and usefulness.Enrollment in business schools exploded in the 1970s and 1980s and created the assumption that no one who pursued a business career could do without one. The growth was fueled by a backlash (反冲) against the anti-business values of the 1960s and by the women’s movement.Business people who have hired or worked with MBAs say those with the degrees often know how to analyze systems but are not so skillful at motivating people. “They don’t get a lot of g rounding in the people side of the business,” said James Shaffer, vice-president and principal of the Towers Per-fin management consulting firm.1. According to Paragraph 2, what is the general attitude towards business on campuses dominated by purer disciplines?A) Scornful C) Envious.B) Appreciative. D) Realistic.2. It seems that the controversy over the value of MBA degrees has been fueled mainly by ______.A) the complaints from various employersB) the success of many non-MBAsC) the criticism from the scientists of purer disciplinesD) the poor performance of MBAs at work3. What is the major weakness of MBA holders according to The Harvard Business Review?A) They are usually serf-centered.B) They are aggressive and greedy.C) They keep complaining about their jobs.D) They are not good at dealing with people.4. From the passage we know that most MBAs _______.A) can climb the corporate ladder fairly quicklyB) quit their jobs once they are familiar with their workmatesC) receive salaries that do not match their professional trainingD) cherish unrealistic expectations about their future5. What is the passage mainly about?A) Why there is an increased enrollment in MBA programs.B) The necessity of reforming MBA programs in business schools.C) Doubts about the worth of holding an MBA degree.D) A debate held recently on university campuses.1小题>、【正确答案】:A2小题>、【正确答案】:B3小题>、【正确答案】:D4小题>、【正确答案】:D5小题>、【正确答案】:C【参考解析】:无第32题:German Chancellor (首相) Otto V on Bismarck may be most famous for his military and diplomatic talent, but his legacy (遗产) includes many of today’s social insurance programs. During the middle of the 19th century, Germany, along with other European nations, experienced an unprecedented rash of workplace deaths and accidents as a result of growing industrialization. Motivated in part by Christian compassion (怜悯) for the helpless as well as a practical political impulse to undercut the support of the socialist labor movement, Chancellor Bismarck created the world’s first workers’ compensation law in 1884.By 1908, the United States was the only industrial nation in the world that lacked workers’ compensation insurance. America’s injured workers could sue for damages in a court of law, but they still faced a number of tough legal barriers. For example, employees had to prove that their injuries directly resulted from employer negligence and that they themselves were ignorant about potential hazards in the workplace. The first state workers’ compensation law in this country passed in 1911, and the program soon spread throughout the nation.After World War II, benefit payments to American workers did not keep up with the cost of living. In fact, real benefit levels were lower in the 1970s than they were in the 1940s, and in most states the maximum benefit was below the poverty level for a family of four. In 1970, President Richard Nixon set up a national commission to study the problems of workers’ compensation. Two years later, the commission issued 19 key recommendations, including one that called for increasing compensation benefit levels to 100 percent of the states’ average weekly wages.In fact, the average compensation benefit in America has climbed from 55 percent of the states’ average weekly wages in 1972 to 97 percent today. But, as most studies show, every 10 percent increase in compensation benefits results in a 5 percent increase in the numbers of workers who file for claims. And with so much more money floating in the workers’ compensation system,it’s not surprising that doctors and lawyers have helped themselves to a large slice of the growing pie.1. The world’s first workers’ compensation law was introduced by Bismarck _______.A) to make industrial production saferB) to speed up the pace of industrializationC) out of religious and political considerationsD) for fear of losing the support of the socialist labor movement2. We learn from the passage that the process of industrialization in Europe _______.A) Was accompanied by an increased number of workshop accidentsB) resulted in the development of popular social insurance programsC) required workers to be aware of the potential dangers at the workplaceD) met growing resistance from laborers working at machines3. One of the problems the American injured workers faced in getting compensation in the early 19th century was that ______.A) they had to have the courage to sue for damages in a court of lawB) different sums in the U.S. had totally different compensation programsC) America’s average compensation benefit was much lower than the cost of livingD) they had to produce evidence that their employers were responsible for the accident4. After 1972 workers’ compensation insurance in the U.S. became more favorable to worke rs so that _______.A) the poverty level for a family of four went up drasticallyB) there were fewer legal barriers when they filed for claimsC) the number of workers suing for damages increasedD) more money was allocated to their compensation system5. The author ends the passage with the implication that ______.A) compensation benefits in America are soaring to new heightsB) the workers are not the only ones to benefit from the compensation systemC) people from all walks of life can benefit from the compensation systemD) money floating in the compensation system is a huge drain on the U.S. economy1小题>、【正确答案】:C2小题>、【正确答案】:A3小题>、【正确答案】:D4小题>、【正确答案】:C5小题>、【正确答案】:B【参考解析】:无第33题:When school officials in Kalkaska, Michigan, closed classes last week, the media flocked to the story, portraying the town’s 2,305 students as victims of stingy (吝啬的) taxpayers. There is some truth to that; the property-tax rate here is one-third lower than the state average. But shutting their schools also allow ed Kalkaska’s educators and the state’s largest teachers’ union, the Michigan Education Association, to make a political point. Their aim was to spur passage of legislation Michigan lawmakers are debating to increase the state’s share of school funding.It was no coincidence that Kalkaska shut its schools two weeks after residents rejected a 28 percent property-tax increase. The school board argued that without the increase it lacked the $1.5 million needed to keep schools open.But the school system had not done all it could to keep the schools open. Officials declined to borrow against next ear’s state aid, they refused to trim extracurricular activities and they did not consider seeking a smaller-perhaps more acceptable-tax increase. In fact, closing early is costing Kalkaska a significant amount, including $600,000 in unemployment payments to teachers and staff and $250,000 in lost state aid. In February, the school system promised teachers and staff two months of retirement payments in case schools closed early, a deal that will cost the district $275,000 more.Other signs suggest school authorities were at least as eager to make a political statement as to keep schools open. The Michigan Education Association hired a public relations firm to stage a rally marking the school closings, which attracted 14 local and national television stations and networks. The president of the National Education Association, the MEA’s parent organization, flew from Washington, D. C., for the event. And the union tutored school officials in the art of television interviews. School supervisor Doyle Disbrow acknowledges the district could have kept schools open by cutting programs but denies the moves were politically motivated.Michigan lawmakers have reacted angrily to the closings. The state Senate has already voted to put the system into receivership (破产管理) and reopen schools immediately; the Michigan House plans to consider the bill this week.1. We learn from the passage that schools in Kalkaska, Michigan, are funded ______.A) by both the local and state governmentsB) exclusively by the local governmentC) mainly by the state governmentD) by the National Education Association2. One of the pumoses for which school officials closed classes was _______.A) to avoid paying retirement benefits to teachers and staffB) to draw the attention of local taxpayers to political issuesC) to make the financial difficulties of their teachers and staff known to the publicD) to pressure Michigan lawmakers into increasing state funds for local schools3. The author seems to disapprove of _______.A) the Michigan lawmakers’ endless debatingB) the shutting of schools in KalkaskaC) the involvement of the mass mediaD) delaying the passage of the school funding legislation4. We learn from the passage that school authorities in Kalkaska are more concerned about _______.A) a raise in the property-tax rate in MichiganB) reopening the schools there immediatelyC) the attitude of the MEA’s parent organizationD) making a political issue of the closing of the schools5. According to the passage, the closing of the schools developed into a crisis because of ______.A) the complexity of the problemB) the political motives on the part of the educatorsC) the weak response of the state officialsD) the strong protest on the part of the students’ parents1小题>、【正确答案】:A2小题>、【正确答案】:D3小题>、【正确答案】:B4小题>、【正确答案】:D5小题>、【正确答案】:B【参考解析】:无第34题:Early in the age of affluence (富裕) that followed World War 12, an American retailing analyst named Victor Lebow proclaimed, “Our enormously productive economy ... demands that we make consumption our way of life, that we convert the buying and use of goods into rituals, that we seek our spiritual satisfaction, our ego satisfaction, in consumption. ... We need things consumed, burned up, worn out, replaced and discarded at an ever increasing rate.”Americans have responded to Lebow’s call, and much of the world has followed. Consumption has become a central pillar of life in industrial lands and is even embedded in social values. Opinion surveys in the world’s two largest economies-Japan and the United Sates -- show consumerist definitions of success becoming ever more prevalent.Overconsumption by the world’s fortunate is an enviro nmental problem unmatched in severity by anything but perhaps population growth. Their surging exploitation of resources threatens to exhaust or unalterably spoil forests, soils, water, air and climate.Ironically, high consumption may be a mixed blessing in human terms, too. The time-honored values of integrity of character, good work, friendship, family and community have often been sacrificed in the rush to riches.Thus many in the industrial lands have a sense that their world of plenty is somehow hollow-that, misled by a consumerist culture, they have been fruitlessly attempting to satisfy what are essentially social, psychological and spiritual needs with material things.Of course, the opposite of overconsumption-poverty-is no solution to either environmental or human problems. It is infinitely worse for people and bad for the natural world too. Dirpossessed (被剥夺得一无所有的) peasants slash-and-burn their way into the rain forests of Latin America, and hungry nomads (游牧民族) turn their herds out onto fragile African grassland, reducing it to desert.If environmental destruction results when people have either too little or too much, we are left to wonder how much is enough. What level of consumption can the earth support? When does having more cease to add noticeably to human satisfaction?3. Why does the author say high consumption is a mixed blessing?A) Because poverty still exists in an affluent society.B) Because moral values are sacrificed in pursuit of material satisfaction.C) Because overconsumption won’t last long due to unrestricted population growth.D) Because traditional rituals are often neglected in the process of modernization.4. According to the passage, consumerist culture ________.A) cannot thrive on a fragile economyB) will not aggravate environmental problemsC) cannot satisfy human spiritual needsD) will not alleviate poverty in wealthy countries5 It can be inferred from the passage that _______.A) human spiritual needs should match material affluenceB) there is never an end to satisfying people’s material needsC) whether high consumption should be encouraged is still an issueD) how to keep consumption at a reasonable level remains a problem1小题>、【正确答案】:D2小题>、【正确答案】:D3小题>、【正确答案】:B4小题>、【正确答案】:C5小题>、【正确答案】:D【参考解析】:无三、完型填空第35题:When women do become managers, do they ring a different style and different skills to the job? Are they better, or worse, managers than men? Are women more highly motivated and __1__ than male managers?Some research __2__ the idea that women bring different attitudes and skills to management jobs, such as greater __3__, an emphasis on affiliation and attachment, and a __4__ to bring emotional factors to bear __5__ making workplace decisions. These differences are __6_ to carry advantages for companies, __7__ they expand the range of techniques that can be used to __8__ the company manage its workforce __9__.A study commissioned by the International Women’s Forum __10__ a management style used by some women managers (and also by some men) that __11__ from the command-and-control style __12__ used by male ma nagers. Using this “interactive leadership” approach, “women __13__ participation, share power and information, __14__ other people’s self-worth, and get others excited about their work. All these __15__ reflect their belief that allowing __16__ to contribute and to feel __17__ and important is a win-win __18__-good for the employees and the organization.” The study’s director __19__ that “interactive leadership may emerge __20__ the management style of choice for many organizations.”1. A) confronted B) commanded C) confined D) committed2. A) supports B) argues C) opposes D) despises3. A) combination B) cooperativeness C) coherence D) correlation4. A) willingness B) loyalty C) sensitivity D) virtue5. A) by B) in C) at D) with6. A) disclosed B) watched C) revised D) seen7. A) therefore B) whereas C) because D) nonetheless8. A) help B) enable C) support D) direct9. A) evidently B) precisely C) aggressively D) effectively10. A) developed B) invented C) discovered D) located11. A) derives B) differs C) descends D) detaches12. A) inherently B) traditionally C) conditionally D) occasionally13. A) encourage B) dismiss C) disapprove D) engage14. A) enhance B) enlarge C) ignore D) degrade15. A) themes B) subjects C) researches D) things16. A) managers B) women C) employees D) males17. A) faithful B) powerful C) skillful D) thoughtful18. A) situation B) status C) circumstance D) position19. A) predicted B) proclaimed C) defied D) diagnosed20. A) into B) from C) as D) for1小题>、【正确答案】:B2小题>、【正确答案】:A3小题>、【正确答案】:B4小题>、【正确答案】:A5小题>、【正确答案】:B6小题>、【正确答案】:D7小题>、【正确答案】:C8小题>、【正确答案】:A9小题>、【正确答案】:D10小题>、【正确答案】:C11小题>、【正确答案】:B12小题>、【正确答案】:B13小题>、【正确答案】:A14小题>、【正确答案】:A15小题>、【正确答案】:D16小题>、【正确答案】:C17小题>、【正确答案】:B18小题>、【正确答案】:A19小题>、【正确答案】:A20小题>、【正确答案】:C【参考解析】:无。

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