2020剑桥通用五级考试PET备考系列之reading 样卷(答案)

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2020年公共英语五级考试经典阅读材料(3)

2020年公共英语五级考试经典阅读材料（3）Why the inductive and mathematical sciences, after their first rapid development at the culmination of Greek civilization, advanced so slowly for two thousand years-and why in the following two hundred years a knowledge of natural and mathematical science has accumulated, which so vastly exceeds all that was previously known that these sciences may be justly regarded as the products of our own times-are questions which have interested the modern philosopher not less than the objects with which these sciences are more immediately conversant. Was it the employment of a new method of research, or in the exercise of greater virtue in the use of the old methods, that this singular modern phenomenon had its origin? Was the long period one of arrested development, and is the modern era one of normal growth? Or should we ascribe the characteristics of both periods to so-called historical accidents-to the influence of conjunctions in circumstances of which no explanation is possible, save in the omnipotence and wisdom of a guiding Providence?The explanation which has become commonplace, that the ancients employed deduction chiefly in their scientific inquiries, while the moderns employ induction, proves to be too narrow, and fails upon close examination to point with sufficient distinctness the contrast that is evident between ancient and modern scientific doctrines and inquiries. Forall knowledge is founded on observation, and proceeds from this by analysis, by synthesis and analysis, by induction and deduction, and if possible by verification, or by new appeals to observation under the guidance of deduction-by steps whichare indeed correlative parts of one method; and the ancient sciences afford examples of every one of these methods, or parts of one method, which have been generalized from the examples of science.A failure to employ or to employ adequately any one of these partial methods, an imperfection in the arts and resources of observation and experiment, carelessness in observation, neglect of relevant facts, by appeal to experiment and observation-these are the faults which cause all failures to ascertain truth, whether among the ancients or the moderns; but this statement does not explain why the modern is possessed of a greater virtue, and by what means he attained his superiority. Much less does it explain the sudden growth of science in recent times.The attempt to discover the explanation of this phenomenon in the antithesis of “facts” and “theories” or “facts” and “ideas”-in the neglect among the ancients of the former, and their too exclusive attention to the latter-proves also to be too narrow, as well as open to the charge of vagueness. For in the first place, the antithesis is not complete. Facts and theories are not coordinate species. Theories, if true, are facts-a particular class of facts indeed, generally complex, and if a logical connection subsists between their constituents, have all the positive attributes of theories.Nevertheless, this distinction, however inadequate it may be to explain the source of true method in science, is well founded, and connotes an important character in true method.A fact is a proposition of simple. A theory, on the otherhand, if true has all the characteristics of a fact, except that its verification is possible only by indirect, remote, and difficult means. To convert theories into facts is to add simple verification, and the theory thus acquires the full characteristics of a fact.。

剑桥通用五级考试PET阅读优选全文

Part 4 Question 21-25
Read the text and questions below. For each question, mark the correct letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet.
分析： - 此题通常为主旨题 - 客观公正地判断，丌要加入个人情感、经验和背景信息 - 读完全文才能得到答案
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A. Even if the garage is closed Peter can pick up his car.
B. Peter should reach the garage before 5.30 in order to collect his car
C. Peter cannot get his car until he collects the key
Answer: AABAA BBABB
实战演练2
Part 3 Question 11-20
Look at the sentences below about the Young Photographer Competition. Read the text on the opposite page to decide if each sentence is correct or incorrect. If it is correct, mark A on your answer sheet. If it is not correct, mark B on your answer sheet.
同/丌一定相同），在配对的时候，要寻找那些相同含义的单词，迓需注意其词性。 3. 在信件中要注意找到写信人和收件人。
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剑桥通用五级PET handbook 阅读写作部分样题

Monica is a history teacher in London. She enjoys reading
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about the history of people in other parts of the world and how
events changed their lives.
Silvia likes reading true stories which people have written about
B Burnham’s Great Days Joseph Burnham is one of Britain’s best-loved painters these days, but I was interested to read that during his lifetime it was not always so. Art historian Peter Harvey looks at how Burnham’s work attracted interest at first but then became less popular.
At the end of the examination, you should hand in both the question paper and the answer sheets.
INFORMATION FOR CANDIDATES READING Questions 1-35 carry one mark.
This question paper consists of 14 printed pages and 2 blank pages.
© UCLES 2004
100/2031/7 Entry Level Certificate in English (ESOL) - Entry 3

PET模拟试题及答案百度文库

PET模拟试题及答案百度文库一、听力理解（共20分）1. 根据所听对话，选择正确的答案。

A. 他去图书馆借书。

B. 他在图书馆学习。

C. 他去图书馆还书。

D. 他在图书馆工作。

[答案] C2. 根据所听短文，回答以下问题：- 短文中提到了哪些人？- 他们在哪里见面？[答案]- 短文中提到了Tom和Lily。

- 他们在公园见面。

二、阅读理解（共30分）1. 阅读以下短文，回答下列问题：- 文章的主旨是什么？- 文章中提到了几个例子？[答案]- 文章的主旨是介绍如何有效学习。

- 文章中提到了三个例子。

2. 阅读以下对话，选择正确的答案。

A. 她同意了。

B. 她拒绝了。

C. 她没有决定。

D. 她感到困惑。

[答案] B三、词汇运用（共20分）1. 根据句子的语境，填入合适的词。

- I'm _______ to hear that you've passed the exam.- Congratulations![答案] delighted2. 选择正确的词组填空。

- He is _______ to his work and often stays up late.[答案] dedicated四、语法填空（共15分）1. 根据所给句子，填入正确的词。

- If I _______ (have) enough money, I would buy a new car. [答案] had2. 填入正确的时态。

- She _______ (visit) her grandparents every weekend.[答案] visits五、写作（共15分）1. 写一篇关于“我的一天”的短文，不少于100字。

[答案]我的一天通常是忙碌而充实的。

早上，我六点半起床，然后做早操。

接着，我吃早餐，准备去学校。

在学校，我上四节课，每节课都很有趣。

午餐后，我通常会和朋友们一起散步。

放学后，我回家做作业。

晚上，我阅读书籍或看电视。

2020版剑桥通用5级PET考试-官方reading样卷2

PRELIMINARY ENGLISH TESTfor SchoolsReadingSample TestTime45 minutesINSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATESDo not open this question paper until you are told to do so.Write your name, centre number and candidate number on your answer sheet if they arenot already there.Read the instructions for each part of the paper carefully.Answer all the questions.Read the instructions on the answer sheet.Write your answers on the answer sheet. Use a pencil.You must complete the answer sheet within the time limit.At the end of the test, hand in both this question paper and your answer sheet.INFORMATION FOR CANDIDATESQuestions 1 – 32 carry one mark.PV2 500/2414/0 Copyright © UCLES 2018 Cambridge English Entry Level Certificate in ESOL International (Entry 3)2Part 1Questions 1 – 5For each question, choose the correct answer.1A All campers must reserve a place in advance.B Groups bigger than four are not allowed onthis site.C Groups of more than three should contactthe campsite before arriving.2A Those who don’t pay punctually won’t beable to go to Oxford.B There are very few places left on the Oxfordtrip.C This is the last chance for students toregister for the Oxford trip.3A You must have signed permission to takepart in sports day.B You have to limit the number of sports dayraces you take part in.C You need to write your name here to getmore information about sports day.3 Turn over ►4A It is essential to have more actors even ifthey haven’t acted before.B It is important for all actors to have trainingbefore being involved in the play.C It is necessary to find a new director to trainthe actors.5A Students must write detailed notes on thisweek’s experiment.B Students should check that their work lastterm was done accurately.C Students need to look at previous work whiledoing an experiment.Part 2Questions 6 – 10For each question, choose the correct answer.The young people below all want to do a cycling course during their school holidays. On the opposite page there are descriptions of eight cycling courses.Decide which course would be the most suitable for the people below.6 Nancy is fourteen and cycles quite well. She needs to learn how to cycle safely from her home to school on busy city roads. She’s only free at the weekends.7 Markus is an excellent cyclist and he wants the excitement of riding on countryside and woodland tracks. He’d also like to learn more about looking after his bike. He can’t attend a morning course.8 Ellie is nine and knows how to ride her bike, but isn’t confident about starting and stopping. She’d love to meet other cyclists with a similar ability and have fun with them.9 Leo can’t cycle yet, and wants to learn on his own with the teacher. He’d prefer a course with sessions twice a week. He’d also like some practical information about cycling clothes and equipment.10 Josh is eleven and a skilled cyclist. He’s keen to learn to do exciting cycling tricks in a safe environment. He’d like to be with people of a similar age.4Cycling CoursesA Two Wheels Good!Mountains! Rivers! Forests!Our ‘off-road’ course offers you thechance to get out of the city. You’llneed very good cycling skills andconfidence. You will be with othersof the same ability. Expert advice onkeeping your bike in good conditionalso included.Mondays 2.00 pm–6.00 pm or Fridays3.00 pm–7.00 pm. B On Your Bike!Can’t ride a bike yet, but reallywant to? Don’t worry. Ourbeginners-only group (4-10pupils per group) is just whatyou’re looking for. Excellentteaching in safe surroundings.Makes learning to cycle fun,exciting and easy.Mondays 9.00 am–11.00 am andThursdays 2.00 pm–4.00 pm.C Fun and GamesDo you want some adventure? Findout how to do ‘wheelies’ (riding on onewheel), ‘rampers’ (cycling off lowwalls), ‘spins’ and much more… Weoffer a secure practice ground,excellent trainers and loads of funequipment. Wear suitable clothes.Only for advanced cyclists.(Age 11–12)Saturdays 1.00 pm–4.00 pm. D Pedal PowerA course for able cyclists. Wespecialise in teaching riders of allages how to manage difficultsituations in heavy traffic in townsand cities. We guarantee that by theend of the course, no roundabout orcrossroads will worry you!Saturdays 2.00 pm–4.00 pm.E Cycling 4 UNot a beginner, but need plenty ofpractice? This course offers practicalhelp with the basics of balancing andusing your brakes safely. You’ll be in agroup of pupils of the same level.Improve your cycling skills and enjoyyourself at the same time! Open to allchildren up to the age of ten.Sundays 10.00 am–12.00 pm.F Bike DoctorsHave you been doing too many tricks onyour bike? Taken it up mountains andthrough rivers? Then it probably needssome tender loving care. Bike Doctorsteach you to maintain and repair yourbike. (Some basic equipment required.)Ages 11-19 Tuesdays 9.00 am–12.00 pm orWednesdays 3.00 pm–6.00 pm.G Safety FirstWe teach cycling safety for the city centreand country lane biker. We’ll teach you theskills you need to deal with all the vehiclesusing our busy roads. All ages welcome from10+. Thursdays 9.00 am–11.00 am. H Setting OutA course for absolute beginnersneeding one-to-one instruction to getoff to a perfect start. We also giveadvice on helmets, lights, what towear and much more. A fantasticintroduction to cycling! Mondays andTuesdays 9.00 am–11.00 am.5Turnover►Part 3Questions 11 – 15For each question, choose the correct answer.Play to win16-year-old Harry Moore writes about his hobby, tennis.My parents have always loved tennis and they’re members of a tennis club. My older brother was really good at it and they supported him – taking him to lessons all the time. So I guess when I announced that I wanted to be a tennis champion when I grew up I just intended for them to notice me. My mother laughed. She knew I couldn’t possibly be serious, I was just a 4-year-old kid!Later, I joined the club’s junior coaching group and eventually took part in my first proper contest, confident that my team would do well. We won, which was fantastic, but I wasn’t so successful. I didn’t even want to be in the team photo because I didn’t feel I deserved to be. When my coach asked what happened in my final match, I didn’t know what to say. I couldn’t believe I’d lost – I knew I was the better player. But every time I attacked, the other player defended brilliantly. I couldn’t explain the result.After that, I decided to listen more carefully to my coach because he had lots of tips. I realised that you need the right attitude to be a winner. On court I have a plan but sometimes the other guy will do something unexpected so I’ll change it. If I lose a point, I do my best to forget it and find a way to win the next one.At tournaments, it’s impossible to avoid players who explode in anger. Lots of players can be negative – including myself sometimes. Once I got so angry that I nearly broke my racket! But my coach has helped me develop ways to control those feelings. After all, the judges have a hard job and you just have to accept their decisions.My coach demands that I train in the gym to make sure I’m strong right to the end of a tournament. I’m getting good results: my shots are more accurate and I’m beginning to realise that with hard work there’s a chance that I could be a champion one day.611 Harry thinks he said that he was going to be a tennis champion in order toA please his parents.B get some attention.C annoy his older brother.D persuade people that he was serious.12 How did Harry feel after his first important competition?A confused about his defeat.B proud to be a member of the winning team.C ashamed of the way he treated another player.D amazed that he had got so far in the tournament.13 What does Harry try to remember when he’s on the court?A Don’t let the other player surprise you.B Follow your game plan.C Respect the other player.D Don’t keep thinking about your mistakes.14 What does Harry say about his behaviour in tournaments?A He broke his racket once when he was angry.B He stays away from players who behave badly.C He tries to keep calm during the game.D He found it difficult to deal with one judge’s decisions.15 What might a sports journalist write about Harry now?AHarry needs to believe in his ownabilities and stop depending ongood luck when he plays.BHarry has really grown up since hisfirst tournament and discoveredthat tennis is a battle of minds notjust rackets.CHarry looked exhausted when hefinished his last match so maybehe should think about working out.DHarry could be a great player buthe needs to find a coach to takehim all the way to the bigcompetitions.7Turnover►Part 4Questions16 – 20Five sentences have been removed from the text below.For each question, choose the correct answer.There are three extra sentences which you do not need to use.Planting treesby Mark Rotheram, aged 13This spring, our teacher suggested we should get involved in a green project and plant some trees around the school. Everyone thought it was a great idea, so we started looking online for the best trees to buy. 16 If we wanted them to grow properly, they had to be the right type – but there were so many different ones available! So our teacher suggested that we should look for trees that grew naturally in our part of the world. 17 They’d also be more suitable for the wildlife here.Then we had to think about the best place for planting the trees. We learnt that trees are happiest where they have room to grow, with plenty of space for their branches. The trees might get damaged close to the school playgrounds, for example. 18 Finally, we found a quiet corner close to the school garden – perfect!Once we’d planted the trees, we knew we had to look after them carefully. We all took turns to check the leaves regularly and make sure they had no strange spots or marks on them.19 And we decided to check the following spring in case the leaves turned yellow too soon, as that could also mean the tree was sick.We all knew that we wouldn’t be at the school anymore by the time the trees grew tall, and that was a bit sad. But we’d planted the trees to benefit not only the environment, but also future students at the school. 20 And that thought really cheered us up!8A So we tried to avoid areas where students were very active.B However, our parents did offer to help with the digging!C That could mean the tree had a disease.D But we soon found that choosing trees was quite complicated.E It can be quite good for young trees, though.F We knew they’d get as much pleasure from them as we had.G But at least we were doing it in the right season.H That way, the trees would be used to local conditions.►over 9TurnPart 5Questions 21 – 26For each question, choose the correct answer.This car runs on chocolate!Scientists have built a 300kph racing car that uses chocolate as a fuel! The project is (21) ………… to show how car-making could (22) ………… environmentally friendly. The car meets all racing car (23) ………… apart from its fuel. This is a mixture of waste chocolate and vegetable oil, and such ‘biofuels’ are not (24) ………… in the sport yet. It has to be mixed with normal fuel so that all parts of the car keep working.Carrots and other root vegetables were used to make some parts inside and outside the car. Even the mirrors are made from potatoes! The sides of the car (25) ………… a mixture of natural materials from plants as well as other recycled materials.The project is still young, so the scientists have not yet found out how ‘green’ the car is. They are planning many experiments to compare its (26) ………… against that of normal racing cars.21 A intended B wished C decided D insisted22 A develop B move C become D arrive23 A levels B standards C grades D orders24 A allowed B let C ruled D agreed25 A store B involve C collect D contain26 A operation B performance C display D technique10Part 6Questions 27 – 32For each question, write the correct answer.Write one word for each gap.Our new skatepark!by Jack FletcherIs there a great skatepark in your town? We’ve now got the (27) ………… fantastic skatepark ever, and it’s all because of my friends and me!Our old skatepark was full of broken equipment, so none of us ever went there. But we all agreed that (28) ………… we had a better skatepark in our town, we’d use it. And teenagers might come (29) ………… other towns to join us, too.So I set up an online questionnaire to find out (30) ………… local people wanted. I asked them whether we should improve our old skatepark (31) ………… build a completely new one. People voted to build a new one.Then we held some events to get money to pay for it. In the end we collected half the cost, and the local council paid the rest. It (32) ………… finally finished last month. So come and try it – you’ll have a great time!BLANK PAGE。

5级考试题及答案解析

5级考试题及答案解析一、听力理解（共20分）1. A) The man is looking for his keys.B) The man is looking for his wallet.C) The man is looking for his phone.D) The man is looking for his glasses.答案：C解析：在对话中，男士提到他找不到他的手机，因此正确答案是C。

2. A) The woman is going to the library.B) The woman is going to the bookstore.C) The woman is going to the cinema.D) The woman is going to the museum.答案：B解析：女士提到她打算去书店买几本书，因此正确答案是B。

3. A) The weather is fine.B) The weather is rainy.C) The weather is windy.D) The weather is snowy.答案：A解析：对话中提到天气晴朗，因此正确答案是A。

4. A) The man is a teacher.B) The man is a student.C) The man is a doctor.D) The man is an engineer.答案：A解析：男士提到他的学生，暗示他是老师，因此正确答案是A。

5. A) The woman is happy about her promotion.B) The woman is sad about her job.C) The woman is angry about her workload.D) The woman is worried about her health.答案：A解析：女士提到她被提升为经理，因此她很高兴，正确答案是A。

5级考试题及答案解析

5级考试题及答案解析一、选择题（每题2分，共20分）1. 以下哪个选项是正确的英语语法结构？A. She don't like ice cream.B. She doesn't like ice cream.C. She don't likes ice cream.D. She doesn't likes ice cream.答案：B解析：在英语中，当主语是第三人称单数时，动词应该使用第三人称单数形式。

因此，正确的选项是B，即"She doesn't like ice cream."2. 以下哪个单词的拼写是错误的？A. AccommodateB. AcoomodateC. AccomodateD. Accomodate答案：B解析：正确的拼写是"accommodate"，其中"m"和"o"的顺序是固定的。

选项B中的"Acoomodate"是错误的拼写。

3. 以下哪个句子使用了正确的比较级形式？A. She is more taller than me.B. She is taller than me.C. She is more taller than I.D. She is taller than I am.答案：B解析：比较级形式通常不需要使用"more"，除非是比较级形式的副词。

因此，正确的句子是"She is taller than me."4. 以下哪个选项是正确的英语介词使用？A. She is looking for a job in abroad.B. She is looking for a job abroad.C. She is looking for a job at abroad.D. She is looking for a job on abroad.答案：B解析：当表示在某个国家或地区时，介词"in"通常不与"abroad"一起使用。

2023新版PET解析之『阅读篇』

2023新版PET解析之『阅读篇』剑桥通用英语五级考试中的Preliminary（PET）和Key（KET）在2023年进行了，相信备考生的家长们对此也有了一定的了解。

在测评后，很多家长都开始焦虑，不知道新版题型怎么考。

其实不管千变万变，“知己知彼，百战不殆”这个道理不变。

“不打无准备之仗”这个策略也不变。

所以，与其惶惶然地大叫“狼来了”，不如从现在开始专心学习，认真备考，为一举通过考试做好充分的准备。

我们都知道，后的PET试卷中听、说、读、写四个模块都各自为一个独立的部分，分别计算考试时间，并核算分数。

让我们先来看一组数据：以上数据为2023年11月17日Preliminary（PET）考生各项技能通过情况从以上数中可以看到，在读、写、听、说四个模块中：阅读（Reading）部分的通过率是最低的，仅为8%。

可以说，大部分考生没有顺利通过PET，都是因为“折”在了阅读上。

对于广大学员来说，至少在2023年的试题之前，Preliminary（PET）的阅读可以说是听、说、读、写四个技能考察中难度最高的一个模块。

那么后的情况会是什么样子呢？阅读试卷是后新增题型数量最多的模块。

由旧版试卷中的5大题型，变为改版后的6大题型，其中Part 4和Part 6的2个题型，都是新增题型。

换句话说，阅读试卷中有1/3的题型都是新增题型。

我们来看一下Preliminary（PET）阅读试卷中题型在前后变化最大的一道题目，Part 4：题目引用自剑桥官网Preliminary Schools 2023 Sample tests ReadingPart4中的阅读文章是阅读试卷题型中篇幅最长的文章之一、在文章中，有五个句子被摘除了，以选项的形式呈现，考生需要通过对文章阅读和理解，将被摘出的句子填回到文中正确的位置，使其恢复为一篇结构完整、语义通顺的文章。

Part 4作为阅读部分难度最大的题目，也许将直接决定考生是否能够在阅读模块达到通过的分数，并且顺利拿到Preliminary（PET）通过的证书。

2020新版PET模拟题一套(含答案)

READINGPart 1Questions 1-5Look at the text in each question.What does it say?Mark the correct letter A, B or C on your answer sheet.1A This shop will sell customers’ watches withintwelve months.B This shop will keep customers’ watches for upto twelve months.C This shop will look after customers, watchesfor more than twelve months.2A Philippe and Stefano missed each other at thestadium.B Stefano had to leave without Philippe to get towork.C Stefano has given up waiting for Philippe toarrive.3A Parents must return forms this week if theirchild is going on Friday's trip.B Parents cannot go on next month's trip unlessthey return their forms by Friday.C The last day for returning completed forms forthe trip is Friday.4Gabi wants Jo toA change an arrangement.B cancel a regular event.C come to a business meeting.5A It is not possible to use the lift above the groundfloor today.B The lift will not be going to the basement today.C The stairs between the basement and the groundfloor are closed today.Part 2Questions 6-10The people below all want to visit a park.On the opposite page there are descriptions of eight parks.Decide which park would be the most suitable for the following people.Isabel works in the city centre and likes painting anddrawing in her free time. She wants to practise her hobby ina small, quiet park near her office.Mr. Martin wants to take his eight-year-old pupils to a parkanywhere within the city, with lots of organised activitieswhich allow the children to read about local wildlife they may see.Kumiko and Atsuko would like to visit a park which theycan get to by boat. They want to buy lunch there and thenenjoy a short walk accompanied by an expert leader.Hans and Birgit Kaufmann and their family want to visit apark which is historically important. Their teenage childrenwould like to try a water sport.Melanie and Stefan are students who need to visit a busypark for a college project. They want to draw people takingpart in team sports and watching entertainment.f he g cPARKS IN AND AROUND THE CITYA Hadley ParkThis park is in the peaceful village of Cranford, 20 km outside the city. The park has large green spaces for football and there is also an area of woodland, a boating lake, fishponds and a variety of local wildlife. The public car park is free.B Highdown ParkThe largest and most popular open space in the city, Highdown has many paths for keen walkers, as well as horse-riding and golf. The much-visited 19th-century glasshouses contain an interesting exhibition about birds from around the world.C Brock ParkA beautiful park on the edge of the city, Brock Park attracts huge crowds. The open-air theatre has a programme of plays suitable for school groups. There is a well-used basketball court and baseball field, a children's playground and a cafe. Climb Harry's Hill to admire the beautiful fields and forests beyond the city.D Lilac Park and HouseThis busy city-centre park has a long history dating back to the 1700s, when it belonged to the writer Thomas Crane. The house is open to the public and a guided visit can also include a walk around the famous rose gardens, finishing at the popular Butterfly Cafe.E Boscawen ParkThis small and peaceful park offers guided tours, given by the knowledgeable Environment Officers, and evening visitors to the park may be lucky enough to see rare frogs and bats. It is situated on the River Elton and can be reached in about 30 minutes from the city centre by river taxi. There is a snack bar and gift shop.F East Bank ParkThis is a tiny, little-known park in the heart of the city, with gardens filled with sculptures, trees and flowers. It makes a perfect resting place, popular with local artists, and is within minutes of the theatre and entertainment district.G Victoria ParkThis quiet park, on the edge of the city and easy to visit by public transport, has boats for hire on the lake, a skateboard park, basketball and tennis courts and a picnic area. Often seen in postcard views of the city, Victoria Park contains one of the oldest windmills in the country - the museum should not be missedH Elmwood ParkAt Elmwood Park, there are walks on well-made paths and cycle rides for all abilities. Elmwood is just inside the city limit and has an area of quiet woodland, which is home to deer and other animals. The visitor centre, numerous display boards and a fun quiz make this a positive learning experience for all ages.Part 3Questions 11-15For each question, choose the correct answer.Craigie Aitchison11 What is the writer trying to do in the text?A describe particular works by Craigie AitchisonB teach readers how to paint like Craigie AitchisonC introduce readers to the artist Craigie AitchisonD explain how Craigie Aitchison has made money from painting12 What can the reader learn about Aitchison from the text?A He works in a different way from other artists.B He often gets bored with his paintings.C He improved his drawing by going to art school.D He did some paintings for the Italian government.13 What does Aitchison say about his use of colour?A He likes starting with the darkest colours first.B He knows the colours he's aiming for when he begins.C He prefers to paint with yellows, greens, and browns.D He understands how different colours work together.14 Aitchison prefers models who don'tA keep talking to him while he's working.B ask him about his strange method of working.C worry about how long the work will take.D feel anxious to see the work as ifs developing.15 What might a visitor at an exhibition say about Aitchison's work?A I love his recent paintings of Scotland, which are very similar to a number of other Scottish paintersB You can still see the influence of his trip to Italy in some of these pictures.C You can tell he spent a lot of time drawing the picture before he started painting.D I wonder if his law training helps him at all, especially in selling his work.Part 4Questions 16 – 20Five sentences have been removed from the text below.For each question, choose the correct answer. While ___16___ Use these games to help teach your dog how to play.1. Hide and Seek Hide and seek isn’t just for kids. Dogs can really enjoy this game. Pick up one of your dog’s favorite toys or treats. Tell your dog to stay. ___17____ When you are ready, call your dog to come to you. Reward your dog with praise when she finds Many dogs have a natural ability to fetch. Other dogs can be taught how. __18___ ) area with a ball. dog stay out of sight. Then, hide her favorite treats in different places around the room. __19____ If help is needed, you can lead her around or point to areas for her Whatever the game, safety comes first! Remember to watch your dog for signs of tiredness or impatience when you are playing. ___20___A. Then, go to find a good hiding place.B. You can include games in training as well.C. A good game of fetch can be played almost anywhere.D. Try different games to see which your dog responds to best.E. Stop if your dog seems tired or upset.F. Encourage your dog to play with other dogs.G. Bring your dog back in and tell her to “go find!”H. For a short time, more people lived in Iditarod than in any other city in Alaska. b c a g ePart 5Questions 21 – 2621 A above B over C more D beyond22 A are B have C were D had23 A appears B becomes C develops D happens24 A somebody B everybody C nobody D anybody25 A produce B bring C provide D make26 A discover B learn C find D realisePart 6Questions 27 – 32For each question, write the correct answer. Write one word for each gap.WRITINGPart 1You must answer this question.Write your answer in about 100 words on the answer sheet Question 1Part 2Choose one of these questions.Write your answer in about 100 words on the answer sheet. Question 2You see this notice in your school English-language magazine.Write your articleQuestion 3Your English teacher has asked you to write a story for homework.Your story must begin with this sentence:As the man left the café, Maria saw that his phone was still on the table.Write your story.As the man left the café, Maria saw that his phone was still on the table then she stood up and went to take it, after taking it she ran towards the man and stopped him to give him his phone. The man checked his pockets to make sure that it was his, his pockets were empty and, he took the phone by thanking her and began to chat with her. He gave her his phone number and took hers as well, they arranged one day to meet again although they were calling each other from time to time saying nothing important, the day which they'd arranged arrived and both of them were there on time. They had a good time and finished by falling in love.LISTENINGPart1Questions 1 – 7For each question, choose the correct answerPart2 CCB ABCPart3Question 14-19You will hear a woman talking on the radio about a singing course she attended. For each question, fill in the missing information in the numbered space.Question 20-25You will hear a radio interview with Jack Williams, who is talking about a town called Swanton.For each question, put a tick ( ) in the correct box.20 A21 A22 C23 B24 BSPEAKING20Where there is a will, there is a way.(3-4 minutes)What activity do you most enjoy doing with your family? Why?Are there any exciting activities you’d like to try in the future? Why?What do you think is the best time of year to go for a day out? Why?Do you prefer to do activities with family or friends? Why?Which do you think is more interesting: a day out in the city or a day out in the countryside? Why?21Where there is a will, there is a way.。

剑桥PET真题测试卷(含答案)

PET测试题第二部分语言知识运用（30分）一、选择填空（共18分，每小题1分）从下列各题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选择可以填入空白处的最佳选项。

1. —Would you like to go to the ________ with me tonight?—I’d like to, but I’m afraid I am not free.A. planB. playC. photoD. price2. —Welcome to _____ school!—Thank you. Your school is very modern.A. yourB. theirC. hisD. our3. —Whose magazine is it? Is it ______?—Yes. It’s hers.A. MikeB. Mike’sC. LucyD. Lucy’s4. —_______ does your father do?—He’s a doctor. He works at the Beijing Hospital.A. WhoB. HowC. WhatD. Which5. —How long have you studied here?—______________ two years. I’m used to the life here.A. ForB. SinceC. InD. By6. —Which lesson are you looking at?—Lesson __________.A. tenB. TenC. tenthD. Tenth7. Betty bought three T-shits and ____ of them are red. Red is her favorite color.A. eitherB. bothC. noneD. all8. He ran as fast as he could ______ he failed to get here on time.A. andB. butC. orD. so9. To my surprise, she’s ________ than before. I can’t recognize her.A. very tallB. the tallerC. much tallerD. the tallest10. It was very dark. So he _______ the lights as soon as he entered the room.A. turned onB. turned offC. turns onD. turns off11. We have worked too hard. Let’s stop a break.A. havingB. to havingC. haveD. to have12. —When did you become a volunteer?—Two years ago. I ______________ this group since then.A. have joined inB. have joined toC. have been inD. have been to13. —You don’t look well. What’s the matter?—I _______ sleep well.A. don’tB. didn’tC. won’tD. haven’t14. His great progress in English made his parents really_______.A. happyB. happilyC. sadD. sadly15. Many people will come to Beijing when the 29th Olympic games________in Beijing on August 8th, 2008.A. will holdB. will be heldC. are heldD. hold16. —I hear you like basketball very much. ______ you on your school team?—Yes, I am.A. AmB. WasC. WereD. Are17. —Do you know _______________________?—Tomorrow morning.A. when the visitors will come hereB. when will the visitor come hereC. how the visitor will come hereD. how will the visitor come here18. —____________________________?—I’ve got a headache.A. Have you got a headacheB. What do you want to doC. Can I help youD. What’s wrong with you二、完形填空（共12分，每小题1分）阅读下面的短文，掌握其大意，然后从短文后各题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选择最佳选项。

剑桥五级PET考试题分析

第 8 题：麦克，凯西和他们的三个孩子在经济上并不富裕，但他们希望在本周六有个特别的假期，但他们必须在晚 9 点前回来。答案是 D
第 9 题：凯尔斯登是在苏格兰学习的荷兰学生，她希望参观一些美丽的风景，并在海边逗留一下。但她不会开车。最佳答案是 H
第 10 题：克莱尔和罗伯特想要享受美食，但他们又想让孩子们度过难忘的一天，当然他们不介意花费的金额。最佳答案是 A
答案：B 题解：这是一封邮件。孩子想要作对该题首先要明白谁是寄信人谁是收信人。（这是考生常犯错的地方）固定搭配 Congratulation on sb; tell sb to do sth 是祝贺某人。在 PET 考试中常考的是引申义，而不是直接道明观点。
3 A Cameras cannot be used near this building． B You must look after your cameras here． C This building is guarded by cameras．
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Questions 11-20 ● Look at the sentences below about Nene Valley Railway. ● Read the text on the opposite page to decide if each sentence is correct or incorrect. ● If it is correct, mark A on your answer sheet. ● If it is not correct, mark B on your answer sheet.
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2020年剑桥五级PET阅读part1练习题

PETReadingPart 1Questions 1-5Look at the text in each question. What does it say?Mark the correct letter A , B or C on your answer sheetExample:A Go to the office if you have lost a floppy disc.B Make sure all schoolwork is given in on floppy disc to the office.C If you have found a floppy disc, please leave it at the office.1A Lost locker keys can be replaced for a charge of 6€B You cannot collect your locker key until you have paid a 6€deposit.C We cannot return your 6€deposit if you lose your locker key.2A Hannah has got a purple 'Fast Boys'T-shirt and wants one in another colour.B Hannah would rather have a purple 'Fast Boys'T-shirt if possible.C Hannah only wants a'Fast Boys'T-shirt if it's a purple one.3What has changed about Class 5’s party?A the timeB the placeC the refreshments4Mum is wrting toA tell Becky to stay at home to see her auntB ask Becky to tidy the house before she leavesC remind Becky to go to her aunt’s house5The school fitness centre willA change its opening hours at the end of August.B have shorter opening hours until the end of August.C open again to students at the end of AugustExample:A Go to the office if you have lost a floppy disc.B Make sure all schoolwork is given in on floppy disc to the office.C If you have found a floppy disc, please leave it at the office.1A The English class must take their workbooks to the language laboratory.B The room for English lessons is changing because of the testC The usual English teacher cannot attend today's lesson.2A Application forms are unavailable after 1st November .B The earliest that students can pick up their application forms is 1st November.C Students should give in their application forms on 1st November.3A Louis went windsurfing after he went to the funfair yesterday.B Louis played beach volleyball before he went windsurfing .C Louis went to the funfair before he had lunch.4A Don't sit at the front of the cafe unless you're attending the party .B Only people invited to the party can come into the cafe.C If you're coming to the party you shouldn't use the tables at the front. 5A Marie is offering to lend Sylviane a book.B Marie wants to return one of Sylviane's books to her.C Marie is asking Sylviane to give back a book she has borrowed.Example:A Go to the office if you have lost a floppy disc.B Make sure all schoolwork is given in on floppy disc to the office.C If you have found a floppy disc, please leave it at the office.1A Juan will sell Maria his guitar if she wants it.B Pedro has a guitar which Maria might want to buy.C Juan would prefer to sell his guitar to Pedro.2A The homework given out on Friday must be returned by Monday.B Students who wish to hand in their homework on Monday should tell Mr Peters.C Anyone having problems with their homework may have extra time to complete it. 3What does Dan have to do?A Remember to make sure his football home from the match.B Remember where he put the football shirt that he needs for the match.C Remember to wash his football shirt after the match .4What does Sarah need to know?A if Janine will be available to go to the restaurantB if the food at the restaurant will be all right for JanineC if Janine wants to see the restaurant menu before Saturday5A Part of the pool is not deep enough for diving.B Diving is forbidden in all areas of the pool.C The far end of the pool is reserved for divers only .Example:A Go to the office if you have lost a floppy disc.B Make sure all schoolwork is given in on floppy disc to the office.C If you have found a floppy disc, please leave it at the office.1A You can order your tickets for the trip tomorrow.B Reserved tickets must be paid for by tomorrow.C You should return unwanted tickets to Miss Phelps tomorrow. 2A Nick's lesson will be on Tuesdays from now on.B The time of Nick's lesson has changed.C Nick's lesson this week is at the same time on a different day. 3A You are not allowed to remove any of the pictures here.B You are not allowed to display any of your photos here.C You are not allowed to use your camera4What should you do?A Insert CD, click on'start' and then wait.B Click on 'start', insert CD and then wait.C Insert CD, wait and then click on'start.5A Mick will return Lara's computer game to her on Monday .B Lara will give Eve's computer game to Mick on Monday .C Mick and Eve will borrow Lara's computer game on Monday .Example:A Do not skateboard if other people are in the park.B Take care when skateboarding with other skateboarders.C Make sure you don't skateboard outside the skateboarding zone. 1A There will soon be a new lift to the upstairs labs.B Students and staff cannot get to the science labs at the moment.C You have to walk up to the labs because the lift is not working.2A You are allowed to wear your trainers in the sports hall.B You are asked to put your shoes inside the sports hall.C You must place your trainers on the shelves outside the sports hall. 3A Pete is telling Jerry about a brilliant sports match he saw on Saturday.B Pete is asking if Jerry's Dad can drive him to a sports match.C Pete is inviting Jerry and his father to play in a sports match.4You should contact the ticket officeA to find out about a phone that was left at the cinema.B to ask them if a phone was found at the cinema.C to tell them about a phone that you found at the cinema .5A Tom isn't sure he is fit enough to sail in the competition.B Tom wants Natasha to tell the club if she will be in the competition .C Natasha must let Tom know if she can sail at the weekend.Example:What does Niki's mum want Niki to do?A cook some foodB come home earlyC prepare the vegetables1A Motorcyclists can try out the race course between 10.30 and 11.30.B Motorcyclists do not need to be at the track until 12.00.C Motorcyclists must be ready to start the first race at 10.00.2A The club secretary will help members complete their entry form for the national competitionB Members must fill in a form for every event they enter in the competition.C All members should take their entry forms with them when they attend the competition.3A Remember to lock the gate behind you when entering or leaving the school.B Only the main door should be used by visitors when the school is open.C Children must not go through the main entrance during school hours.4A Jane is inviting Roxanne and Sarah to go to the cinema with her.B Roxanne wants to know if Sarah can join Jane and her at the cinema.C Sarah can go to the cinema with Roxanne and Jane if she wants to.5If you want to go to this event, you shouldA write your name down.B apply to the school office .C buy some tickets .Example:The advert says the computer gameA is almost new and in good condition.B does not work on the seller's computer.C is only suitable for younger players.1A If you bring a bike back later than 6 pm, you will pay more.B Hire of a bicycle and helmet costs £5 if you return them before 6 pm.C Cyclists must wear helmets and be back no later than 6 pm.2Why is Kate contacting Sam?A to tell Sam he's late for the cinemaB to inform Sam that she's leaving for the cinema nowC to let Sam know the cinema trip is off3A This online competition ends soon, so find out more information about it here.B Go to this website page to see the winning entries for Friday's competition.C Click here to send us your name and contact details for this week's competition. 4What does Debbie want to do with Celine?A celebrate her birthdayB go to the shopsC visit her aunt's new baby5A The school pool will only be open for one week during the holidays.B Pupils must collect their cards this weel if they want to use the pool.C Each card allows the student to use the pool for one week only.Example:The advert says the computer gameA is almost new and in good condition.B does not work on the seller's computer.C is only suitable for younger players.1A Those who don't pay punctually won't be able to go to Oxford.B There are very few places left on the Oxford trip.C This is the last chance for students to register for the Oxford trip.2If Steph wants to go to the concert she should contactA the school office .B Jill.C Helena.3A All campers must reserve a place in advance.B Groups bigger than four are not allowed on this site.C Groups of more than three should contact the campsite before arriving. 4This message is for students whoA want to write things for others to read.B have extra writing classes in room 3B.C want magazines to be provided in the lunch break.5A You must have signed permission to take part in sports day.B You have to limit the number of sports day races you take part in.C You need to write your name here to get more information about sports day.。

2020 新版剑桥通用五级PET备考系列之 writing 样卷

PRELIMINARY ENGLISH TESTWritingSample TestTime45 minutesINSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATESDo not open this question paper until you are told to do so.Write your name, centre number and candidate number on your answer sheet if they are not already there.Read the instructions for each part of the paper carefully.Answer the Part 1 question and one question from Part 2.Write your answers on the answer sheet.Write clearly in pen, not pencil. You may make alterations, but make sure your work is easy to read.You must complete the answer sheet within the time limit.At the end of the test, hand in both this question paper and your answer sheet.INFORMATION FOR CANDIDATESEach question in this paper carries equal marks.PV4 500/2414/0You must answer this question.Write your answer in about 100 words on the answer sheet.Question 1Read this email from your English-speaking friend Sandy and the notes you have made.No,Write your email to Sandy using all the notes.Choose one of these questions.Write your answer in about 100 words on the answer sheet.Question 2You see this notice on an English-language website.FILMSWhat kind of films do you enjoy?Do you prefer watching them at the cinema or at home? Why?Write an article answering these questions and we will put it on our website!Write your article.Question 3Your English teacher has asked you to write a story.Your story must begin with this sentence.As the plane flew lower, Lou saw the golden beaches of the island below. Write your story.BLANK PAGE。

(完整版)剑桥通用五级PET考试练习题

剑桥通用五级 PET 考试练习题PET 考题集锦完型填空：No. 01Being not far from the sea, London is famous (1) ___ its fogs. The worst of them (2) ___on December 4,1952. All movement in the town came to a stop. It was almost impossible to drive or ride in (3) ______ . The streets which led into the center were filled with (4) that moved two miles an hour. Soon, however, the traffic was stopped. Being left by their (5) , the buses and cars stood emptyin the streets. Many who usually travel by bus took underground( 地铁 ). But there were (6) many people there that the gates had to be closed. Being caught in the fog, people felt their way along the walls of houses with one hand, while they put out (7) ______________________________ in front of them so as (8) ___________________________________________ k nock againstsomething or somebody.At the Opera House( 大歌剧院 ) they got through the first act of La Traviata before so much fog had spread into the building that the (9) could not see the conductor( 乐队指挥 ).It was a (10) ________ fog, indeed, and as many as 4,000 people in London lost their lives.No. 02John is a famous writer now. But he said he was not a (1) _ student when he was young. He was often late for (2 ) ______ and didn ' t like doing his homework. Sometimes, he slept in class while the teacherwas teaching. He didn ' t understand much, (3) ________ he always thought he understood everything. One day the teacher (4) ________ the students a question, “ When Jack was ten years old, (5) brother Bob was twenty, Jack is fifteen now and (6) ____ is his brother Bob?” John said, “ That old as Jack, so he is now thirty. ”Another time, the (7) ______ in a science class asked, “ When it thunders( 打雷 ), (8) do1. A. becauseB. asC. forD. of 2. A. happenB. happenedC. was happenedD. happens 3. A. everything4. A. cartsB. bikes B. anythingC. something C. trucksD. nothing D. buses 5. A. owner B. drivers 6. A. such 7. A. another C. engineer C. quite B. the others D. passengersB. so D. tooC. the otherD. other8. A. to B. not C. not toD. don ' 9. A. someoneB. driversC. managersD. singers 10. A. terribleB. afraidC. terriblyD. frighteneds eawe always see the light before we (9) ____ the sound? ”“ But, Miss, ” said John quickly, ________________________ “don' t you (10) our eyes are in front of our ears?1. A. good B. tall C. rich D. fat2. A. sleep B. lunch C. class D. play3. A. so B. and C. or D. but4. A. sent B. asked C. told D. found5. A. your B. my C. his D. her6. A. how many B. how old C. what D. who7. A. teacher B. farmer C. nurse D. policeman8. A. what B. when C. where D. why9. A. break B. make C. hear D. smell10. A. read B. hope C. study D. know阅读理解(A)Three travelers, Allan, Carl and Paul were sitting on the chairs in a train station. They were waiting for a train that was very late. To pass the time, they began talking to each other. At first, they talked about the weather and their work. Then Paul said, "Tell me —what would you most like to do if your doctor tell you that you have only three months to live?"The other two men thought about this for a while, thenCarl spoke.“ Well, ”h e said, “ifI have only three months to live, I'ltl ake all my money out of the bank and go to foreign countries for holidays with my best friend, Erik. I 'd like to travel to the places in the world as man possible. And I 'll stay at the best hotels and then eat the best food. I think I “That 'sll vhearvye a wonderfinteresting, ” Paul said. With these words, he turned to the other man, saying, “And what about yo“I'll tell you a secret, ” Allan said. “I always want to be a racing driver. So if I have only three months to live, the first thing I 'd like to do is to sell my house. With the money I 'll buy the fastest car in the world.enter all the big motor races. ”Then he laughed, “I might even end up (以⋯⋯而告终) world champion. ”“Now it 's your turn, ”Allan wenton, “If your doctor tell you the bad news, what would you most like to do? ”“Oh,” said Paul with a smile. “I'll go and see another doctor. ”1.The three men were talking ___ .A.in the post officeB. in the waiting roomC. on the trainD. on the chairs2.The man called _____ answered the question first.A.CarlB. AllanC. ErikD. Paul3.The men began to talk about the weather and the work because they .A.didn 't know anything newB. wanted to pass the time quicklyC. had nothing to doD. were very interested in each other 's work4.“I might even end up world champion. ” Here the word “ champion ” means ______ i n Chinese.A.名人B.赛车手C.大款D.冠军5.Which sentence is right according to the passage?A.The train didn 't arrive on time.B.Paul wanted to buy a racing car very much.C.Allan was the second man to answer the question.D.Carl didn 't like traveling at all.（B）Watson won his most important game and became Southern Chess Master （大师） in 1977. He was given the silver cup. “It isn 't rightly mine, ” he said, when he was holding the cuwp.on two years a”go “whIet nw Ia ws ason holiday in “⋯A” family was staying at my hotel at that time. Mrs. Prig, the mother, was told that I played chess; and she begged me to give her young son a game. ‘He's only ten. ‘ she said, ‘I 've been told tha well. ‘“ Well, as you can guess, I wasn't too happy. A player likes the opponent （对手） to play as well as he does. But it was holiday time and I agreed to play. We placed the board （棋盘） in the garden. The game began. I hoped it would be quick —and so it was.“ Isoon knew that David Prig was no learner. After ten minutes his sister came outside and began to play tennis against a wall. The boy seemed to lose interest in our game. He moved a piece （棋子）without care. I gave my attention to the board. “Call me when you are ready, Mr. Watson, ” he said.When I was ready? I looked up. He had gone off to play with his sister. I studied the board, and found I was driven into corner. So it went on with David: a quick move, then tennis, back to the board, then back to his sister. My difficult condition became impossible to change. I was beaten. Oh, so easily, by a ten-year-old chess player. He was the winner —in twenty-eight minutes.“ David Prig, a name to remember. I had a chance to use his game today, and it won this cup for me. To him, of course, it is only one of a hundred, or perhaps a thousan d, winning games. ”6.When Mr. Watson said, “It isn 't rightly mine. It was won ⋯”, he meant _____ two years before.A.he had played chess with a little boy for twenty-eight minutesB.he had had a chance to take part in an important gameC.he had learned how to play chess from a childD. he had learned a good game from a child7.Before the game, Mr. Watson was quite sure that .A. the boy played as well as he didB.he would be Southern Chess Master two years laterC.he could win the game easilyD.the boy would win the game quickly8.Why did David play tennis while he was playing chess with Watson? Because he .A. had no interest in playing chess with adults （成年人）B.was not good at playing chessC.liked playing tennis much better than playing chessD.played chess much better than Watson9.From the story, we know that ___ .A. David Prig was the real winnerB.Mr. Watson was the real winnerC.neither of them was the real winnerD. both of them were the real winners10.Which of the following is NOT true?A. Sometimes young children can beat adults in playing chess.B.Watson thought he could win the game quickly, and so he did.C.Watson learned something from David and won the silver cup.D.Watson would never forget the name of the boy.句型转换：1.________________________________________ The girl could hardly understand what he said, ?（反意问句）2.How many sheep are there in Australia. ?（宾语从句）She asked ____ _____ ______ _____ _____ in Australia.3.They have sold out the light green dresses.（被动句）The light green dresses ___ ______ _________ out.4.He got too angry to speak. （同义句）He got _____ angry _____ he ______ speak5.Tom may be on the team ,or Jack may .（简单句）Tom Jack may be on the team.6.She didn' t reach the top of the mountain.Her brother didn ' t reach it ,either.（合并成简单句）_____ _____ __________ her brother reached the top of the mountain.7.The sweater costs 200 yuan .（划线提问） __ the sweater ?8.Think hard ,and you ' ll have an idea.________ _________ think hard ,you ' ll have an idea.完成句子:1.美国和澳大利亚都是说英语的国家。

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2020年公共英语五级考试经典阅读资料(4)On the 36th day after they had voted, Americans finally learned Wednesday who would be their next president：Governor George W. Bush of Texas.Vice President Al Gore, his last realistic avenue for legal challenge closed by a U. S. Supreme Court decision late Tuesday, planned to end the contest formally in a televised evening speech of perhaps 10 minutes, advisers said.They said that Senator Joseph Lieberman, his vice presidential running mate, would first make brief comments. The men would speak from a ceremonial chamber of the Old Executive office Building, to the west of the White House.The dozens of political workers and lawyers who had helped lead Mr. Gore’s unprecedented fight to claw a come-from-behind electoral victory in the pivotal state of Florida were thanked Wednesday and asked to stand down.“The vice president has directed the recount committee to suspend activities,” Willia m Daley, the Gore campaign chairman, said in a written statement.Mr. Gore authorized that statement after meeting with his wife, Tipper, and with top advisers including Mr. Daley.He was expected to telephone Mr. Bush during the day. The Bush campaign kept a low profile and moved gingerly, as if to leave space for Mr. Gore to contemplate his next steps.Yet, at the end of a trying and tumultuous process that had focused world attention on sleepless vote counters acrossFlorida, and on courtrooms form Miami to Tallahassee toAtlanta to Washington the Texas governor was set to becomethe 43d U. S. president.The news of Mr. Gore’s plans followed the longest and most rancorous dispute over a U. S. presidential election in more than a century, one certain to leave scars in a badly divided country.It was a bitter ending for Mr. Gore, who had outpolled Mr. Bush nationwide by some 300000 votes, but, without Florida,fell short in the Electoral College by 271votes to 267-the narrowest Electoral College victory since the turbulent election of 1876.Mr. Gore was said to be distressed by what he and many Democratic activists felt was a partisan decision from the nation’s highest court.The 5-to -4 decision of the Supreme Court held, in essence, that while a vote recount in Florida could be conducted in legal and constitutional fashion, as Mr. Gorehad sought, this could not be done by the Dec. 12 deadlinefor states to select their presidential electors.James Baker 3rd, the former secretary of state who represented Mr. Bush in the Florida dispute, issued a short statement after the U. S. high court ruling, saying that the governor was “very pleased and gratified.”Mr. Bush was planning a nationwide speech aimed at trying to begin to heal the country’s deep, aching and varied divisions. He then was expected to meet with congressionalleaders, including Democrats. Dick Cheney, Mr. Bush’s ruing mate, was meeting with congressmen Wednesday in Washington.When Mr. Bush, who is 54, is sworn into office on Jan.20, he will be only the second son of a president to follow his father to the White House, after John Adams and John Quincy Adams in the early 19th century.Mr. Gore, in his speech, was expected to thank his supporters, defend his hive-week battle as an effort to ensure, as a matter of principle, that every vote be counted, and call for the nation to join behind the new president. He was described by an aide as “resolved and resigned.”While some constitutional experts had said they believed states could present electors as late as Dec. 18, the U. S. high court made clear that it saw no such leeway.The U.S. high court sent back “for revision” to the Florida court its order allowing recounts but made clear that for all practical purposes the election was over.In its unsigned main opinion, the court declared, “The recount process, in its features here described, is inconsistent with the minimum procedures necessary to protect the fundamental right of each voter.”。

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