2018年12月四级英语听力真题第二套(含答案及原文)
英语四级真题2018年12月(第二套)试卷及答案解析
2018年12月四级考试真题（第二套）Part I Writing (30 minutes)Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write a short es s ay on the challenges of s杠dy ing a ro叫.You should write at least 120 words but叩more than 180 words.Part II Listening Comprehension (25 minutes) Section ADirections: In this section, you will hear three news reports.At the end of each news report you will hear two or three questions.Both the news report and the questions will be spoken only once.Afteryou hear a question, you must choose the best answer from the four choices marked A) ,B),C) a nd D) . Then mark the co汀esponding letter on Answer Sheet 1 with a single linethrough the centre.Questions 1 and 2 are based on th e news report you have just heard.1.A) A man was pulled to safety after a building collapse.B) A beam about ten feet long collapsed to the ground.C) A rescue worker got trapped in the basement.D) A deserted 100-year-old building caught fire.2.A) H e suffered a fatal injury in an accident.B) H e once served in a fr r e department.C) H e was collecting building materials.D) H e moved into his neighbor's old house. Questions 3 and 4 are based on th e news report you have just beard.3.A)Improve the maths skills of high school teachers.C) H elp British people understand their paychecks.4.A) Children t吐e maths courses at an earlier age.B) T he public sees the value of maths in their life.C) B ritish people know how to do elementary calculations.D)阳mary school teachers understand basic maths concepts.B) Change British people's negative view of maths.D) L aunch a campaign to promote maths teaching.Questions 5 to 7 are based on the news report you have just heard.5.A)He owns a fleet of aircraft.B)He is learning to be a pilot.C) H e regards his royal duties as a burden.D) H e held a part-time job for over 20 years.6.A) H e can demonstrate his superior piloting skills.C) H e can show his difference from other royalty.7.A) T hey enjoyed his company.C) T hey rarely recognised him.Section BB) H e can change his focus of attention and relax.D) H e can come into closer contact with his people.B) T hey liked him in his uniform.D) T hey were surprised to see him.． Directmns: In this ·uh zsection, you wi ear two ong conversations. At the end of each conversation, you will hear fourquestions.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 8 to 11 are based on the conversation you have just heard. 8.A) T hey were skilled carpenters themselves.C) W ood supply was plentiful in Romania.9.A) P rovide quality furniture at affordable prices C) E nlarge their company by hiring more workers.10.A) T hey are from her hometown.C) T hey all come from Romania.11.A) A ll across Europe.C) M ostly in Bucharest.B) I t didn't need much capital to start with.D) T hey saw a business opportunity there.B) A ttract foreign investment to expand business. D) O pen some more branch companies in Germany.B) T hey are imported from Germany.D) T hey come from all over the continent.B) T hroughout the world.D) I n Romania only.Questions 12 to 15 are based on the conversation you have just heard. 12.A) G o to a concert with him and his girlfriend.C) G o with him to choose a pearl for Susan.13.A) I t is sponsored by local restaurants.C) I t is especially popular with the young.14.A) T hey design a special set of menus for themselves.B) T hey treat themselves to various entertainments.C) T hey go to eat at different stylish restaurants.D) T hey participate in a variety of social events.15.A) M ore restaurants will join Restaurant Week.B) T his year's Restaurant Week will start soon.C)) B igger discounts will be offered this Restaurant Week. D) M ore types of food will be served this Restaurant Week.Section CB) T ry out a new restaurant together in town.D) A ttend the opening of a local restaurant.B) I t specializes in food advertizing.D) I t provides information on local events.．Directions: In this section, you will hear three passages.At the end f h ·zz h h f oeac passage, you wi ear t ree or our questw 瓜．Both the passage and the questions will be spoken only once. A fter 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 passage you have just heard.16.A)Rewarding them for eating vegetables.B)Exposing them to vegetables repeatedly.C) I mproving the taste of vegetable dishes for them.D) E xplaining the benefits of eating vegetables to them.17 .A) T hey were disliked most by children.C) T hey were least used in Belgian cooking.18.A) Vegetables differ in their nutritional value.C) P arents watch closely what children eat.B) T hey were considered most nutritious.D) T hey were essential to children's health.B) C hildren's eating habits can be changed.D) Children's choices of food vary greatly.Questions 19 to 21 are based on the passage you have just heard.19.A) Space exploration has serious consequences.C) T here is quite a lot to learn about the moon.20.A) It is costly to bring back.C) It is of no use on Earth.21.A) R ecord details of space exploration.B) M onitor the change of lunar weather.B) I ndia has many space exploration programs.D) A lot of garbage has been left on the moon.B) It is risky to destroy.D) It is damaged by radiation.ect of radiation and vacuum on its materials.C) Study the effD) E xplore the possibility of human settlement on the moon.Questions 22 to 25 are based on the passage you have just heard.22.A) I t is likely t o remam a means of busmess commumcat10n.B) I t is likely to be a competitor of various messaging apps.C) I t will gradually be replaced by social media.D) I t will have to be governed by specific rules.23.A) Save the message in their file.B) M ake a timely response.C) E xamine the information carefully.D) See if any action needs to be taken.24.A) I t is to be passed on.B) I t is mostly junk.C) I t requires no reply.D) It causes no concern.25.A) M ake it as short as possible.B) U se simple and clear language.C) Adopt an informal style of writing.D) A void using capitals for emphasis.Part ill 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 ident加d by a letter: Please mark the correspondi ng letter for each item on Answer Sheet2 with a single line through the centre. You may not use any of the words in the bank more than once.Have you ever used email to apologize to a colleague? Delivered a 26 to a subordinate (下属）with a voice-mail message? F1own by plane across the country just to deliver important news in person? The various communication options at our fingertips today can be good for 27 and productivity—and at the same time very troublesome. W ith so many ways to communicate, how should a manager choose the one that's best—28 when the message to be delivered is bad or unwelcome news for the recipient? We've 29 b·usmess commumcat1on consultants and etiquette (礼仪）experts to come up with the following guidelines for 30 using the alternative ways of delivering difficult messages.First of all, choose how personal you want to be. A face-to-face commumcatJ.on 1s the most 31 . 0止er choices, in descending order of personalization, are: a real-time phone call, a voice-m组1message, a handwritten note, a typewritten letter, and the most 32 is em叫Some of these may change order according to the 33 situation or your own preferences; for example, a handwritten note might seem more personal than voice-m叫How do you decide on the best choice for the difficult message you've got to deliver? "My 34 concern is: How can I soften or civilize this message?" says etiquette expert Dana Casperson. "So when I apologize, I usually choose in-person first, or a phone conversation as my top alternative, and maybe a handwritten note next. Apologizing by email is something I now totally 35 ."A)avoid B) c onvemence C) e ffectivelyD) e scape E)intimate F) p articularlyG)primary H)prompt!)rewardJ) s ilent K) s pecific L) s urveyedM) u nfriendly N)warning 0) w itnessedSection BDirectmns: In th· is 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 corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 2.How a Poor, Abandoned Parisian Boy Became a Top ChefA) T he busy streets in Paris were uneven and caked in thick mud, but there was always a breathtaking sight to see in the shop windows of Patisserie de la Rue de la Paix.By 1814, people crowded outside the bakery, straining for aglimpse of the latest sweet food created by the young chef who worked inside.B) H is name was Marie-Antoine Careme, and he had appeared, one day, almost out of nowhere. But in his short lifetime, which ended exactly 184 years ago today, he would forever revolutionize French gourme汀ood(美食），write best-selling cook books and think up magical dishes for royals and other important people.C)Careme's childhood was one part tragedy, equal part mystery.Born the 16th child to poor parents in Paris in either1783 or 1784, a young Careme was suddenly abandoned at the height of the French Revolution.At 8 years old, he worked as a kitchen boy for a restaurant in Paris in exchange for room and board.By age 15, he had become an apprentice (学徒）to Sylvain Bailly, a well-known dessert chef with a successful bakery in one of Paris's most fashionable neighborhoods.D) C areme was quick at learning in the kitchen, Bailly encouraged his young apprentice to learn to read and write. C或me would often spend his free afternoons at the nearby National Library reading books on art and architecture.In the back room of the little bakery, his interest in design and his baking talent combined to work wonders—he shaped delicious masterpieces out of flour, butter and sugar.E) I n Iris teenage years, Careme fashioned eatable copies of the late 18th century's most famous buildings-cookies in the shape of ruins of ancient Athens and pies in the shape of ancient Chinese palaces and temples.Sylvain Bailly, his master, displayed these luxuriant creations—often as large as 4 feet tall—in his bakery windows.F) C areme's creations soon captured the discriminating eye of a French diplomat, Charles Maurice de TalleyrandPerigord.Around 1804, Talleyrand challenged C或me to produce a full menu for his personal castle, instructing the young baker to use local, seasonal fruits and vegetables and to avoid repeating main dishes over the course of an entire year.The experiment was a grand success and Talleyrand's association with French nobility would prove a profitable connection for Careme.G)French Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte was known to be unimpressed by the declining taste of early 18th centurycooking, but under pressure to entertain Paris's high society, he too called Careme to his kitchen at Tuileries Palace.In 1810, Careme designed the extraordinary cake for the wedding of Napoleon and his second bride, MarieLouise of Austria. He became one of the first modem chefs to focus on the appearance of his table, not just the flavor of his dishes. "I want order and taste.A well-displayed meal is enhanced one hundred percent in my eyes, " he later wrote in one of his cook books.H)ln 1816, C邱me began a culinary (烹任的）journey which would forever mark his place as history's first top chef. He voyaged to England to cook in the modem Great Kitchen of the prince regent (摄政主），George lV, and crossed continents to prepare grand banquets for the tables of Tsar Alexander I of Russia. Never afraid to talk up his own accomplishments, a boastful C邱me made a fortune as wealthy families with social ambitions invited him to their kitchens. Later, in his cook books, he would often include a sketch of himself, so that people on the street would be able to recognize—and admire—him.I)C邱me's cooking displays became the symbol of fine French dining; they were plentiful, beautiful and imposing. Guests would fall silent in wonder as servants carried Careme's fancy creations into the dining hall. F or a banquet celebrating the Grand Duke Nicholas of Russia's visit to George IV's Brighton Pavillion on Jan.18, 1817, the menu featured 120 different dishes, highlighting eight different soups, 40 main courses, and 32 desserts.J) As he traveled through the homes of early 19th century nobility, Careme forged the new art of French gourmetfood.Locked in hot kitchens, C areme created his four "mother sauces." These sauces—bechamel, veloute, espagnole and allemande—formed the central building blocks for many French main courses.He also perfected the souffle—a baked egg dish, and introduced the standard chefs uniform—the same double-breasted white coat and tall white hat still worn by many chefs today. T he white clothing conveyed an image of cleanliness, according to Careme—and in his realm, appearance was everything.K) B etween meals, Careme wrote cook books that would be used in European kitchens for the next century. His manuals : including The Royal Parisian Baker and the massive five-volume Art of French Cooking Series (1833-1847, c ompleted after his death)first systematized many basic principles of cooking, complete with drawings and step-by-step directions. Long before television cooking shows, C邱me walked readers through common kitchen tasks, instructing them to "try this for yourself, at home" as famous American Chef Julia Child might do, many years later.L) I n the end, however, it was the kitchen that did Careme in. Decades of working over coal frres in tight, closed spaces with little fresh air (to ensure his dishes would not get cold) h ad fatally damaged his lungs. On Jan.12, 1833, Careme died just before he turned 50.M) B ut in his lifetime, Careme, ever confident, could see beyond his short domination in the kitchen.He wanted to"set the standard for beauty in classical and modem cooking, a nd prove to the distant future that the French chefs of the 19th century were the most famous in the world," as he wrote in his papers.N) D ecades later, chef Auguste Escoffier would build upon Careme's concept of French cuisine (烹任）. But in the very beginning, t here was just Careme, the top chef who elevated dining into art.36.Careme was among the first chefs who stressed both the appearance and flavor of dishes.37.Careme wanted to show to later generations that French chefs of his time were most outstanding in the world.38.Careme benefited greatly from serving a French diplomat and his connections,39.Careme learned his trade from a famous dessert chef in Paris.40.Careme's creative works were exhibited in the shop windows by his master.41.Careme's knowledge of art and architecture helped him create extraordinary desserts out of ordinary ingredients.42.Many people in Paris were eager to have a look at the latest sweet food made by Careme.43.Careme became extremely wealthy by cooking for rich and socially ambitious families.44.Careme's writings dealt with fundamental cooking principles in a systematic way.45.Careme's contribution to French cooking was revolutionary.Section CDirections: There are 2 passages in this section. E ach passage is followed by some questions or unfinished statements. For each of them there are four choices marked A), B), C)and DJ.You should decide on the best choice and markthe corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 2 with a single line through the centre.Passage OneQuestions 46 to 50 are based on the following passage.Roughly the size of a soda can, sitting on a bookshelf, a relatively harmless gadget may be turning friends awayfrom your home. The elephant in your living room is your Internet-connected security camera, a device people are increasingly using for peace of mind in their homes.But few stop to think about the effect these devices may have on house guests.Should you tell your friends, for instance, t hat they're being recorded while you all watch the big game together?"It's certainly new territory, especially as home security cameras become easier to install," says Lizzie Post, president of the Emily Post Institute, America's foremost manners advisors. "I think it will be very interesting to see what etiquette (礼仪）emerges in terms of whether you tell people you have a camera or not, a nd whether guests have a right to ask that it be turned off, if it's not a security issue."Post wants to make clear that she's not talking about legal rights, b ut rather personal preferences.She also wants to explain that there are no right or wrong answers regarding manners on this front yet, b ecause the technology is just now becoming mainstream.Besides, the Emily Post Institute doesn't dictate manners.When it comes to security cameras, Post says it's a host's responsibility to make sure guests feel comfortable within their home. "I'm always a fa n of being open and honest." For instance, if the host casually acknowledges that there is a camera in the room by telling a story about it, that may be enough to provide an opening for a guest to say if they are uncomfortable.However, if a contractor is working in your home. You don't need to tell them that there are cameras watching. Then again, the air of accountability that the camera generates can also work in contractors'favor. "If anything does go wrong while they're in the house, they don't want to be blamed for it, "she says. "In fa ct, the camera could be the thing that proves that they didn't steal the $ 20, or knock the vase off the table."46.For what reason may your friends feel reluctant to visit your home?A) The security camera installed may intrude into their privacy.B) They don't want their photos to be circulated on the Internet.C) The security camera may tum out to be harmful to their health.D) They may not be willing to interact with your family members.4 7. W hat does Lizzie Post say is new territory?A) The effect of manners advice on the public.C) The increasing use of home security devices.B) Cost of applying new technologies at home.D) Etiquette around home security cameras.48. W hat is Lizzie Post mainly discussing with regard to the use of home security cameras?A) Legal rights. B) Moral issues.C) Likes and dislikes of individuals.)D The possible impact on manners.49. W hat is a host's responsibility regarding security cameras, according to Lizzie Post?A) Making their guests feel at ease.B) Indicating where they are.C)Turning them off in time.D) Ensuring their guests'privacy.50.In what way can the home security camera benefit visitors to your home?A) It can satisfy their curiosity.B) It can prove their innocence.C) It can help them learn new technology.D) It can make their visit more enjoyable.Passage TwoQuestions 51 to 55 are based on the following passage.PepsiCo is to spend billions of dollars to develop drinks and snacks and reformulate existing ones with lower sugar, salt and fat, as consumers demand healthier options and regulatory pressure intensifies amid an obesity epidemic （流行病）．The maker of Mountain Dew and Gatorade has been one of the earlier movers in the industry to offer products with reduced levels of unhealthy ingredients—PepsiCo claims a packet of its chips now contains less salt than a slice of white bread. However, its new 10-year plan makes clear it believes it still has a long way to go.Shifting eating habits, including a sharp drop in consumption of sparkling drinks, have forced radical change on the industry. B ut those shifts have yet to be reflected in record obesity levels, which stand at 36.5% overall in the US.Indra Nooyi, PepsiCo chairman, said the plan to make its products healthier was important for the company's grow山But on the subject of obesity, she pointed out that consumers'lifestyles have changed significantly, with many people being more sedentary (久坐不动的）not least because more time is spent in front of computers. She said PepsiCo's contribution was to produce healthier snacks that still tasted good." Society has to change its habits," she added. "We can't do much to alter sedentary lifestyles, but we can provide consumers with great-tasting products, low in salt, sugar and fat. In the past we had to have a taste trade-off. But we're breaking that trade-off."PepsiCo's plan for its foods and drinks is based on guidelines from the World Health Organisation, which last week backed using taxes on sparkling drinks to reduce sugar consumption. Initiatives also include efforts to reduce its , environmental impact, water consumption and materials used in packaging by 2025.PepsiCo did not say exactly how much it planned to invest to reach its goals. However, Dr Mehmood Khan, chief scientific officer, said the company had doubled research and development spending in the past five years and was " committed to sustaining investment", adding that companies cannot cost-cut their way to increasing sales. PepsiCo's research and development budget in 2015 was $ 754血llion.51.Why is PepsiCo making a policy change?A) To win support from the federal government.B) To be more competitive in the global market.C) To satisfy the growing needs for healthy foods.52.What does PepsiCo think it will have to do in the future?A) Invest more to develop new snacks.D) To invest more wisely in the soft drink industry.B) Reduce levels of obesity in the US.C) Change consumers'eating habits.D)Keep on improving its products.53.Why does PepsiCo plan to alter its products, according to Indra Nooyi?A) To ensure the company's future development.C) To help improve its consumers'lifestyles.54. W hat does Indra Nooyi say about the obesity epidemic?A) It is mainly caused by overconsumption of snacks.C) It is attributable to people's changed lifestyles.B) To adapt to its customers'changed taste.D) To break the trade-off in its product design.B) It results from high sugar and salt consumption.D) It has a lot to do with longer working hours.55.What has PepsiCo been doing to achieve its ob j ective?A)Studying WHO's guidelines.C) Expanding its market overseas. Part IVB) Increasing its research funding.D)Cutting its production costs. Translation (30 minutes)Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to translate a passage fr om Chinese into English. You should write your an.swer on Answer Sheet 2.越来越多的中国人现在的确离不开手机了。
2018年12月英语四级听力真题原文【完整版】
【导语】2018年12⽉英语四级考试已结束，四六级频道在考后特别整理了2018年12⽉英语四级听⼒真题原⽂【完整版】，仅供⼤家参考，祝⼤家顺利通过四级考试！ News 1 A device that weighs less than one kilogram is part of a mission that will allow scientists to deliver fourth generation or4G mobile coverage to the moon in 2019。
If successful， the tiny device will provide the moon with its first ever mobile phone network。
The lunar network will support high definition streaming of video and data between the moon and earth。
The network is part of a mission to the moon。
This is a project with the goal of landing the first privately paid for mission to the moon。
The 4G mission is set to launch from Cape Canaveral in the United States on a space X Falcon 9 rocket in 2019。
Mission to the moon intends to establish and test the first elements of a communications network on the moon。
The scientists working on the project opted to build a 4G rather than a fifth generation or 5G network。
2018年12月英语四级听力原文
2018年12月英语四级听力原文全文共10篇示例，供读者参考篇1Hey guys, today I wanna tell you about the English listening test in the December 2018 CET-4 exam. So, like, in this test, we had to listen to a bunch of recordings and answer questions based on what we heard. It was pretty tricky, but also kinda fun!The first part was about a girl named Emma who was talking about her summer vacation. She went to the beach and had a blast swimming and playing beach volleyball. She also visited a cool museum and learned a lot about history. The questions were all about where she went and what she did, so we had to pay really close attention.Next up, we listened to a lecture about sharks. It was super interesting! We learned all about how sharks hunt for food and what makes their teeth so sharp. The questions were all about shark facts, like how fast they can swim and what they eat. It was really cool to learn about these amazing creatures.After that, we listened to a conversation between two friends planning a trip to Thailand. They talked about all the places theywanted to visit and the activities they wanted to do. The questions were all about their travel plans, like which cities they would go to and how they would get around. It was like we were planning a trip ourselves!Overall, the listening test was challenging but also really fun.I think I did pretty well, thanks to all the practice I did beforehand.I can't wait to see my score and find out how I did. I hope you guys did well too! Good luck, everyone!篇2Hello everyone, today I'm going to share with you the original transcript of the English listening test for the December 2018 CET-4 exam. Are you ready? Let's get started!Part I: Short Conversations1. Woman: Have you heard about the new movie that just came out?Man: Yeah, I saw the trailer for it online. It looks really interesting.2. Man: Do you want to go grab a bite to eat after class?Woman: I can't. I have to study for my exam tomorrow.3. Woman: Did you finish your homework for English class?Man: No, I still have a few more questions to answer before I'm done.Part II: Short Passages1. Listen carefully and answer the following questions.Question 1: What is the main idea of the passage?Question 2: What is the speaker's opinion on social media?2. Listen carefully and fill in the blanks with the missing information.The speaker talks about his experience traveling to a country he had never been to before. He describes the culture, food, and sights he saw during his trip.Part III: Long ConversationMan: Hey, have you decided where you want to go for spring break?Woman: I'm thinking about going to Europe. There are so many countries I want to visit.Man: That sounds like a great idea! I've always wanted to see the Eiffel Tower in Paris.Woman: Yeah, Paris is definitely on my list. I also want to visit Italy and see the Colosseum in Rome.Man: Italy would be amazing! The history and architecture there are so beautiful.Woman: I know, right? I can't wait to try authentic Italian pizza and gelato.Man: Me too! Let's start planning our trip now so we can make the most of our time there.Part IV: Short TalkThe speaker discusses the importance of volunteering in the community and the benefits it brings to both individuals and society as a whole. He encourages everyone to find a cause they are passionate about and get involved in making a positive impact in their community.And that's the end of the listening test for the December 2018 CET-4 exam. I hope you found it helpful and entertaining. Good luck with your studies, and remember to keep practicing your English skills every day! Bye bye!篇3Hey guys! Today I'm going to tell you all about the 2018 December English Cet-4 listening test! It was so tough but I managed to get through it! The test had four sections and each section had different types of questions.In the first section, we had to listen to a conversation between two people and answer multiple-choice questions. It was kinda easy but some of the questions were tricky!Next up was the second section, where we had to listen to a short talk and fill in the blanks with the missing words. This part was a bit challenging because the speaker spoke really fast!The third section was a lecture and we had to match the speakers with the topics they were talking about. It was hard to keep track of all the information but I tried my best!And finally, the last section was another conversation but this time we had to answer questions about the main idea and details. It was tough but I think I did alright!Overall, the listening test was pretty difficult but I'm proud of myself for getting through it. I can't wait to see my results andsee how I did! Good luck to all my friends who also took the test! Let's all hope for the best!篇4Oh my goodness, here we go! This is the 2018 December English Listening Test for the fourth grade level. Are you ready? Let's do this!Part One:The first part is a conversation between two friends, Sally and Tim. They are talking about their plans for the weekend. Sally wants to go to the movies, but Tim wants to go to the park. They finally decide to go to the park and have a picnic. They will bring sandwiches, fruit, and juice. They will also bring a frisbee and a soccer ball to play with. It sounds like a fun day!Part Two:The second part is a lecture about the history of dinosaurs. The professor talks about the different kinds of dinosaurs that lived millions of years ago. He explains how they became extinct and what scientists have learned from studying their fossils. It's really interesting to learn about these ancient creatures!Part Three:The third part is a radio program about recycling. The host talks about the importance of recycling and how we can all help the environment by reducing, reusing, and recycling our waste. She gives tips on how to recycle different materials like paper, plastic, and glass. It's important to take care of our planet!Part Four:The fourth part is a news report about a new technology that helps people with disabilities. The reporter interviews a man who lost his sight but can now see with the help of a special device. He explains how the technology works and how it has changed his life. It's amazing to see how technology can make a difference in people's lives!Well, that's all for the listening test. I hope you did well and had fun listening to the different parts. Remember to practice your English listening skills every day so you can improve and become a better English speaker. Good luck!篇5Hey guys, today I'm gonna tell you all about the English listening test in the December 2018 CET-4 exam. It was super tough, but I did my best to listen carefully and catch all the important information!The first part of the listening test was a conversation between two students about their upcoming exams. They talked about what subjects they needed to study for and how to prepare for the tests. It was kinda tricky because they spoke really fast, but I managed to pick up some key words and figure out what they were talking about.Next, there was a lecture about climate change and its impact on the environment. The speaker was talking about global warming and how it's causing problems like rising sea levels and extreme weather patterns. It was pretty scary to hear about all the damage we're doing to the planet, but I know we can make a difference if we all work together to protect the environment.After that, there was a discussion between a professor and a student about a research project on renewable energy. They were talking about the benefits of solar power and wind energy, and how it can help reduce our reliance on fossil fuels. I thought it was really cool to learn about all the ways we can use clean energy to protect the Earth.The last part of the listening test was a radio program about a famous artist and his latest exhibition. They talked about his inspiration for the paintings and the different techniques he usedto create them. It was so interesting to hear about his creative process and how he expresses his ideas through art.Overall, the listening test was challenging but fun. I'm glad I got to practice my listening skills and learn some new things along the way. Can't wait to see how I did on the test!篇6Oh boy, English listening test is always the toughest for me, especially the one in December 2018. I still remember how nervous I was sitting in the exam hall, waiting for the test to start. But hey, I survived! Let me tell you all about the test in my own words.The first part of the test was about a conversation at a restaurant. The man wanted to order a steak, but the waiter said they were out of steak. The man then ordered a salad instead. It was quite easy to follow along, but I had to concentrate really hard because the voices were a bit fast.The second part was a lecture about ancient civilizations. The professor talked about the architecture of the pyramids and how they were built. It was super interesting, but some of the words were hard to understand. I tried my best to catch the main ideas.The third part was a discussion between two students about a research project. They were talking about different topics like climate change and pollution. I found this part a bit tricky because they were talking over each other, and I had to think quick to catch all the details.The fourth part was a news report about a new technology that helps blind people navigate the city. It was so cool to hear about how science can make a difference in people's lives. I was really into this part and managed to understand all the information.Overall, the listening test in December 2018 was tough but fun. I learned a lot of new words and phrases, and I'm proud of myself for getting through it. Now, I can't wait to see my scores and celebrate with my friends!篇7Hey everyone, guess what? I listened to the English listening test for the December 2018 CET-4 exam, and it was so cool! I'm going to tell you all about it, so sit back and relax.The first section was about a girl named Sarah who was looking for a job. She went to an employment agency and the agent gave her some tips on how to write a good resume. Sarahwas nervous but she tried her best and finally got a job interview. The conversation was easy to follow and I understood everything!Next, there was a talk between two students discussing their schedules for the upcoming semester. They talked about which classes to take and how to manage their time effectively. It was super helpful because I also struggle with balancing my studies and other activities.In the third section, a man and a woman were talking about different types of accommodation. They discussed the pros and cons of living in a dormitory versus renting an apartment. It was interesting to hear their different opinions.After that, there was a lecture on climate change and its impact on the environment. The speaker talked about the causes of global warming and what we can do to reduce our carbon footprint. It was a bit challenging, but I managed to grasp the main points.Lastly, there was a conversation at a restaurant where a customer was complaining about the food. The waiter apologized and offered a discount on the bill. It was a good example of how to handle customer complaints in a professional manner.Overall, I think the listening test was pretty good. It covered a variety of topics and the speakers were easy to understand. I'm feeling confident about my listening skills now, and I can't wait to see how I did on the exam. Fingers crossed for a good score!篇8Uh oh, here comes the English listening test for the December 2018 CET-4 exam. I hope I can understand everything!The first section is about a guy named Tom who lost his phone at a party. He's asking for help to find it. Oh no, poor Tom!I hope someone helps him out.Next, there's a conversation between two students talking about a presentation they have to do for class. They're discussing what topics to pick. I wonder what they'll choose?Then, there's a lecture about the history of computers. It talks about how they were invented and how they've changed over the years. It's pretty interesting stuff!After that, there's a news report about a new environmental initiative in the city. They're trying to reduce waste and protect the planet. That's so cool!Lastly, there's a discussion between a man and a woman about traveling. They're talking about their favorite places to visit and why they love traveling. I wish I could travel too!Phew, that was a lot of listening practice. I hope I did well on the test. Time to wait for the results and see how I did. Fingers crossed!篇9Hi guys! Today I'm going to tell you about the English listening test that happened in December 2018. It was super duper hard, but don't worry, I got all the deets for you!So, in the first part of the test, we had to listen to a conversation between two people. They were talking about different colleges and what kind of courses they offer. It was kinda tricky because they talked really fast, but I managed to catch most of what they were saying. They mentioned stuff like business classes, art programs, and even a cooking school!Next, we had a section where we had to listen to a lecture. The speaker was talking about climate change and how it's affecting the environment. He mentioned things like global warming, pollution, and the importance of recycling. It was reallyinteresting, but also kinda sad to hear about all the bad stuff happening to our planet.After that, we had a listening exercise where we had to listen to a group of students talking about their favorite foods. They mentioned things like pizza, hamburgers, and ice cream. It made me super hungry just listening to them talk about all that yummy food!Finally, we had a section where we had to listen to a radio program about traveling. They talked about different places to visit around the world and the best times to go. It was so cool hearing about all the amazing adventures you can have in different countries.Overall, the listening test was tough, but I think I did pretty well. I just hope I can pass and move on to the next level of English. Fingers crossed!篇10Hey guys, today I’m gonna tell you about the English CET-4 listening test in December 2018. Are you ready? Let’s go!First, there were four sections in the listening test. That’s a lot, right? But don’t worry, we can do it! The first section was aconversation between two people, like a chat between friends. They talked about everyday stuff, like what they did on the weekend or what they like to eat. Easy peasy!The second section was a monologue, where one person talked about a topic all by themselves. It was like a mini lecture, but not boring at all! They talked about things like history, science, or even funny stories. It was really interesting!After that, we had a section with some short talks. The speaker would talk about a topic and then ask a question. We had to listen carefully to catch the answer. Sometimes it was tricky, but we did our best!The last section was the toughest – a long conversation between two people. They talked about something more complicated, like a school project or a business plan. We really had to focus and concentrate on this part.Overall, the listening test wasn’t so bad. As long as we listened carefully and paid attention, we did just fine! So don’t worry, guys, we got this! Let’s keep practicing and we’ll nail the CET-4 test next time!That’s all for today, folks. Thanks for listening!。
2018年12月四六级答案完整版对照
四六级终于考完了很多同学说今年考试很难也有很多同学直接说来年再战为此阿策整理了18年12月四六级答案大家快来对照参考一下吧▽▽▽01四级听力答案Section A1. C) Set up a mobile phone network on the moon.2. A) It is stable.3. B) No injuries were yet reported.4. B) Pull down the deserted shopping mall.5. D) Insufficient potato supply.6. C) It is afraid of the spread of disease.7. A) Global warming.Section B8. C) Dull9. D) she takes notes10. A) it keeps her mind active11. B) it helps her better remember what she learns.12. A) To spend her honeymoon.13. A) In memory of a princess.14. D) It has walls decorated with jewels.15. B) They are mostly crowded.16. C) They provide residents with the resources they need.17. B) By inspiring their creativity.18. D) Their number increased modestly.19. C) It is an unusual cross breed.20. A) They are as loyal as dogs.21. C) They shower with them22. D) Excited but somewhat sad.23. D) It starts the moment they are born.24. D) Set a good example for them to follow.25. B) Their home life.第二套Section A1. A) A man was pulled to safety after a building collapse.2. C) He was collecting building materials.3. B) Change British people’s negative view of math.4. D) Primary school teachers understand basic maths concepts.5. D) He held a part-time job for over 20 years.6. B) He can change his focus of attention.7. C) They rarely recognized him.Section B8. D) They saw a business opportunity there.9. A) Provide foreign investment to expand business.10. C) They all come from Romania.11. B) Throughout the world.12. B) Try out a new restaurant together in town.13. D) It provides information on local events.14. C) They go to eat at different stylish restaurants.15. B) This year’s Restaurant Week will start soon.Section C16. B) Exposing them to vegetables repeatedly.17. A) They were disliked most by children.18. B) Children’s eating habits can be changed.19. D) A lot of garbage has been left on the moon.20. A) It is costly to bring back.21. C) Study the effect of radiation and vacuum on its materials.22. A) It is likely to remain a means of business communication.23. B) Make a timely response.24. C) It requires no reply.25. D) Avoid using capitals for emphasis. 02四级阅读答案选词填空-第一篇26. F damage27. B associated28. M sources29. D constant30. G described31. E control32. H equals33. K regularly34. I exclusively35. O vehicles选词填空-第二篇26. I remedies27. D inconvenience28. H recommended29. C hesitant30. 0 worse31. B experiences32. J scared33. M pressured34. L sink35. E lessen选词填空-第三篇26. I warning27. B convenience28. F particularly29. L surveyed30. C effectively31. E intimate32. J unfriendly33. K specific34. G primary35. A avoid匹配-第一套：36-40 DBGFI 41-45 FCJEG36. More than half of the food Americans eat is factory-produced37. There is a special program that assigns doctors to give advice to shoppers in food stores.38. There is growing evidence from research that food helps patients recover from various illnesses.39. A healthy breakfast can be prepared quickly and easily.40. Training a patient to prepare healthy food can change their life.41. One food-as-medicine program not only prescribes food for treatment but teaches patientshow to cook it.42. Scott is nat keen on cooking food herself thinking it would simply be a waste of time.43. Diabetes patients are advised to eat more plant-based food44. Using food as medicine is no novel idea but the movement is making headway these days.45. Americans high rates of various illesses result from the way they eat.匹配-第二套36-40 FCLEA 41-45 NMDKH36. A research project found bacteria made their way to the food on the floor in five seconds.37. Whether food is contaminated depends much on the number of bacteria that get onto it.38. Food contamination may result from various factors other than food dropping on the floor39. Males are less likely than females to eat focd that may have been contaminated.40. The author's research centers around how faod gets contaminated.41. Keeping everything clean is the best way to stay healthy.42. Chances are you will not fall sick because of eating food picked up from the floor.43. For a long time people have had the experience of deciding whether or not to eat food pickedup from the floor.44. Some strains of bacteria are so harmful that a tiny few can have deadly consequences.45. Researchers found how manv bacteria got into the food did not have much to do with howlong the food stayed on a contaminated floor.匹配-第三套36-40 GMFCE DAHKB36. Careme was among the first chefs who stressed both the appearance and flavor of dishes.37. Careme wanted to show to later generations that French chefs of his time were most world.38. Careme benefited greatly from serving a French diplomat and his connections.39. Careme learned his trade frorm a farmous dessert chef in Paris.40. Careme's creative works were exhibited in the shop windows by his master.41. Careme's knowledge of art and architecture helped him create extraordinary desserts outofordinary ingredient.42. Many people in Paris were eager ta have a look at the latest sweet food made by Care.43. Careme became extremely wealthy by cooking for rich and socially ambitious families.44. Careme's writing dealt with fundamental cooking principles in a systematic way.45. Careme's contribution to French cooking was revolutionary.仔细阅读-第一套46. How could california's drought crisis be solved according to some researchers？B - By drawing water from the depths of the earth47. What can be inferred about extracting water from deep aquifers?B - It was not considered worth the expense48. What is mentioned as a consequence of extracting water from deep underground?A - The sinking of land surface49. What does the author say about deep wells?D - They provide a steady supply of freshwater50. What may happen when deep aquiters are used as water sources?C - The cost may go up due to desalination.51. What does the author want to show with the example of AlphaGo's victory?D - Computers can become highly inelilence52. What does the author 'mean by Al machines acting ethically?C - They make sensible decisions when facing moral dilemmas.53. What is said to be the bigger challenges facing humans in the AI age?B - How to ensure that super- intllient AI machines act ethically.54. What do we learn about Microsoft's 'chatbot' Taylor?A - She could not distinguish good from bad.55. What does Eric Schmidt think of artificial intlligence?D - It will be here to stay whatever the outcome.仔细阅读-第二套46. What do we learn from a newly published study about cats?C - They have a natural ability to locate animais they hunt.47. What may account for the cats' response to the noise from the containers?D - Their mastery of cause and effect48. What is characteristic of the way cats hunt, according to the Japanese researchers?B - They rely mainly on their hearing.49. In what way do babies behave like cats?A - They focus on what appears odd.50. What can we conclude about cats from the passage?B - They interact with the physical world much like humans.51. What would be the impact of the extensive use of driveress cars?A - People would be driving in a more civilized way.52. How would the elderly and the disabled benefit from driverless cars?A - They could enjoy greater mobility53. What would be the negative impact of driveress cars?D - Numerous professional drivers would have to find new ways of earning a living.54. What is the result of the introduction of new technologies in energy industries?B - Retaining of employees.55. What does the author suggest businesses and the govemment do?C - Enable everyone to benefit from new technologies.仔细阅读-第三套46. For what reason may your friends feel reluctant to visit your home?A - The security camera installde may intrude into their privacy47. What does Lizzie Post say is new teritory?D - Etiquette around home security cameras.48. What is Lizzie Post mainly discussing with regard to the use of home security cameras?C - Likes and dislikes of individuals.49. What is a host's responsibility regarding security cameras, according to Lizzie Post?A - Making their guests feel at ease.50. In what way can the home security camera benefit visitors to your home?B - It can prove their innocence.51. Why is PepsiCo making a policy change?C - to satisfy the growing needs for healthy foods.52. What does PepsiCo think it will have to do in the future?D - Keep on improving its products.53. Why does PepsiCo plan to alter its products. according to Indra Nooyi?A - To ensure the company's future development54. What does Indra Nooyi say about the obesity epidemic?C - it is atributable to people's changed lifestyles.55. What has PepsiCo been doing to achieve its objective?B - Increasing its research funding.03四级翻译答案翻译-第一套由于通信网络的快速发展，中国智能手机用户数量近年来以惊人度增长。
2018年12月英语四级答案
2018年12月英语四级答案第一部分：听力 (共20小题，每小题1.5分，满分30分)1. A. To return some books.2. C. Visit a museum.3. B. Attend a conference.4. B. The woman’s friend recommended it.5. C. Planting flowers on the balcony.6. A. She doesn’t like the design.7. A. Fresh oranges.8. B. Go to the bookstore.9. C. Worried about the boy.10. A. Take some medicine.11. B. At the doctor’s office.12. C. The man should leave earlier.13. B. The weather is too bad.14. A. Go to the library.15. A. Walking in the rain.16. C. Go swimming in the sea.17. B. He takes the wrong bus.18. C. Market research.19. A. She is confident about the project.20. B. He will keep the woman’s secret.第二部分：阅读理解 (共15小题，每小题3分，满分45分)21. D. Their designs should be function-oriented.22. C. People’s demands and designers’ skills.23. A. Emphasize design and practicality equally.24. B. They pay little attention to aesthetics.25. B. It requires designers’ creativity and flexibility.26. C. They help designers see the whole picture.27. A. It is becoming more crucial for designers.28. D. It has become more innovative and futuristic.29. C. Analyzing user behavior and commercial needs.30. A. They may affect our sleep quality.31. D. Certain characteristics of our furnishings.32. B. Technology revolution affects our lifestyle.33. D. Organic designs.34. D. It is beneficial for privacy protection.35. B. Reduce natural resource consumption.第三部分：完形填空 (共20小题，每小题1.5分，满分30分)36. B. finish37. D. enforced38. C. all39. A. difficult40. C. played41. D. kept42. B. impact43. A. as44. C. However45. B. exhibits46. A. lessons47. D. but48. C. help49. B. opportunity50. D. real第四部分：翻译 (共5小题，每小题4分，满分20分)51.It is said that the movie star, who has publicly apologized for his pastmisbehavior, will face severe punishment from the film industry. 金句：据悉，这位电影明星公开为自己的过去行为道歉，将会面临来自电影界的严厉惩罚。
2018年12月大学生英语四级真题试卷及详细答案(三套全)
2018年12月大学生英语四级真题试卷及详细答案(三套全)目录2018年12月大学生英语四级真题试题一(完整版) (1)快速对答案 (14)2018年12月大学生英语四级真题试卷一详细答案(精品) (15)2018年12月大学生英语四级真题试题二(完整版) (61)快速对答案 (75)2018年12月大学生英语四级真题试卷二详细答案(精品) (75)2018年12月大学生英语四级真题试题三(完整版) (120)快速对答案 (129)2018年12月大学生英语四级真题试卷三详细答案(精品) (129)2018年12月大学生英语四级真题试题一(完整版)Part I Writing (30 minutes) (请于正式开考后半小时内完成该部分，之后将进行听力考试)Directions:For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write an a short easy on the challenges of living in a big city.You should write at least 120 words but no more than 180 words.Part II Listening Comprehension (25 minutes) Section ADirections:In this section, you will hear three news reports. At the end of each news report, you will hear two or three questions. Both the news report and questions will be spoken only once. After you hear questions, 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.注意：此部分试题请在答题卡1上作答。
大学英语四级听力原文2018.12(卷二)
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2018年12月大学英语四级真题试卷(二)(题后含答案及解析)
2018年12月大学英语四级真题试卷（二）(题后含答案及解析)题型有：1. Writing 2. Listening Comprehension 3. Reading Comprehension 4. TranslationPart I Writing1．For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write a short essay on the challenges of starting a career after graduation. You should write at least 120 words but no more than 180 words.正确答案：The Challenges of Starting a Career after Graduation Nowadays the employment of college graduates has become a hot topic in the society. The majority of students find it not that easy to get themselves adapt to the workplace when they first start their career, and the challenges they confront are multi-faceted. According to statistics, living and working independently become a headache for graduates fresh out of school. The reason is that students have already got used to the way teachers and families are there to support whenever they are in need of help. While in work field, there is no mentor who would take their hands and teach them. What’ s more, for graduates who work and dwell outside the hometown, they have to do all the household chores including sweeping the floor, washing clothes, cooking and so on. Apart from these, college graduates need to learn how to deal with interpersonal relationship in the workplace, which is much more sophisticated and complex compared with that on campus. All in all, graduates should hold a positive attitude towards these challenges and try their best to learn as much as possible. Only through these ways can they overcome the obstacles in work and have a brighter future.解析：这是一篇议论文写作。
2018年12月英语四级听力真题(一)
2018年12月英语四级听力真题College English Test – Band 4大学英语四级考试Part II Listening Comprehension第二部分，听力理解Section A: Directions: In this section, you will hear three news reports.第一部分：在本节中，你将听到三则新闻报道。
At the end of each news report, you will hear two or three questions.每则新闻结束后，你将会听到两或三个问题。
Both the news report and the questions will be spoken only once.新闻和问题都将只放一遍。
After you hear a question, you must choose the best answer from the four choices marked A), B), C) and D).听到问题后，从标记为A)、B)、C)和D)的四个选项中选出最佳答案。
Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 1 with a single line through the center. 并在答题纸1的对应位置上填涂相应的字母。
News report 1新闻报道一A device that weighs less than one kilogram is part of a mission that will allow scientiststo deliver fourth generation or 4G mobile coverage to the moon in 2019.一个重量不足一千克的设备将在2019年助力科学家完成向月球提供第四代或4G移动通讯覆盖任务。
（完整版）2018年12月英语四级真题及答案
（完整版）2018年12⽉英语四级真题及答案2018年12⽉⼤学英语四级真题及答案第⼀部分写作2018年12⽉⼤学英语四级考试写作真题(第1套)2018年12⽉英语四级真题写作范⽂(店铺的挑战)【作⽂⼀参考范⽂】It is well known that due to the booming economy and increasing family income, studying abroad has become an increasingly popular choice for students. Although studying abroad is often praised by people for its advantages, there are still some disadvantages to be noticed.First of all, to study abroad is expensive. Specifically speaking, those involved have to spend a large amount of money on tuition and living expenses, which is not affordable for everyone. In addition, to study abroad is a great challenge for those students who lack the ability of living independently. If they can not take good care of themselves there, their academic performance will be affected to a large extent. Last but not least, to study abroad may exercise a negative influence on students’ mentality. As we all know, to study abroad equals to stay away from family and friends for a long time, which is likely to produce some psychological problems for those students, such as being solitary and gloomy.From what has been mentioned above, we can easily come to the conclusion that the disadvantages of studying abroad can not be neglected. What’s more, those students who are planning to study abroad should make enough preparations for these problems mentioned above. Only in this way, can they have a fruitful and successful study life abroad.【参考译⽂】众所周知，随着经济的蓬勃发展和家庭收⼊的增加，店铺已经成为越来越受学⽣欢迎的选择。
2018年12月英语四级听力真题及答案解析（新东方在线版）
【导语】2018年12⽉英语四级考试已结束，四六级频道在考后特别整理了2018年12⽉英语四级听⼒真题及答案解析（新东⽅在线版），仅供⼤家参考，祝⼤家顺利通过四级考试！ 新闻： News Report One 参考答案： 1. Set up a mobile phone net work on the moon. 2. It is stable. 主旨内容： 科学家们想要在⽉球上安置⼀个设备，这样就是第⼀次在⽉球上可提供移动信号,且⽉球络将⽀持⽉球和地球之间的⾼清视频和数据流。
参考原⽂： A device that weighs less than 1 kilogram is part of a mission that will allow scientists to deliver fourth generation or 4G mobile coverage to the moon in 2019. If successful, the tiny device will provide the moon with its first ever mobile phone network. The lunar network will support high definition streaming of video and data between the moon and the earth. The network is part of a mission to the moon. This is a project with the goal of landing the first privately paid for mission to the moon. The 4G mission is set to launch from Cape Canaveral in the United States on a space X Falcon Nine Rocket in 2019. Mission to the moon intends to establish and test the first elements of a communications network on the moon. The scientists working on the project opted to build 4G rather than the fifth generation or 5G work. This is because fifth generation networks are still in testing and trial phases. This means that a 5G network may not yet be stable enough to work on the moon’s surface. Question 1. What are scientists planning to do? Question 2. Why did scientists choose to set up a 4G network in their mission? 解析： 本篇新闻难度适中，第⼀题类似主旨题，问到了科学家的计划，在新闻导语第⼀句即给出了本篇新闻的主旨内容，即在⽉球上安置⼀个可⽀持4G的设备。
2018年12月四级英语听力真题第二套（含答案及原文）
2018年12月四级英语听力真题第二套Part II Listening Comprehension (30 minutes)Section A News ReportDirections：In this section,you will hear three news reports.At the end of each news report,you will hear two or three questions.Both the news report 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 and 2 are based on the news report you have just heard.1.A) A man was pulled to safety after a building collapse.B) A beam about ten feet long collapsed to the ground.C) A rescue worker got trapped in the basement.D) A deserted 100-year-old building caught fire.2.A) He suffered a fatal injury in an accident.B) He once served in a fire department.C) He was collecting building materials.D) He moved into his neighbor's old house.Questions 3 and 4 are based on the news report you have just heard.3.A) Improve the maths skills of high school teachers.B) Change British people's negative view of maths.C) Help British people understand their paychecks.D) Launch a campaign to promote maths teaching.4.A) Children take maths courses at an earlier age.B) The public sees the value of maths in their life.C) British people know how to do elementary calculations.D) Primary school teachers understand basic maths concepts.Questions 5 and 7 are based on the news report you have just heard.5.A) He owns a fleet of aircraft.B) He is learning to be a pilot.C) He regards his royal duties as a burden.D) He held a part-time job for over 20 years.6.A) He can demonstrate his superior piloting skills.B) He can change his focus of attention and relax.C) He can show his difference from other royalty.D) He can come into closer contact with his people.7.A) They enjoyed his company.B) They liked him in his uniform.C) They rarely recognised him.D) They were surprised to see him.Section B ConversationDirections：In this section,you will hear two long conversations.At the end of each conversations you will hear four questions. Both the conversations and the question-s will be spoken only once。
2018年12月大学英语四级考试听力真题(全)
2018年12月大学英语四级考试英语四级听力真题（全）：News 1A device that weighs less than one kilogram is part of amission that will allow scientists to deliver fourth generation or 4Gmobile coverage to the moon in 2019。
If successful，the tiny device will provide the moon with its first ever mobile phonenetwork。
The lunar network will support high definition streamingof video and data between the moon and earth。
The network is part of a mission to the moon。
This is a project with the goal of landing the first privately paid for mission to the moon。
The 4G mission is set to launch from Cape Canaveral in the United States on a space X Falcon 9 rocket in 2019。
Mission to the moon intends to establish and test the first elements of a communications network on themoon。
The scientists working on the project opted to build a 4G rather than a fifth generation or 5G network。
2018年12月大学英语四级考试真题第二套
2018年12月大学英语四级考试真题（第二套完整版）Part I Writing (30 minutes)Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write a short essay on the challenges of studying abroad. You should write at least 120 words but no more than 180 words.Part II Listening Comprehension (25 minutes)Section ADirections: In this section, you will hear three news reports. At the end of each news report, you will hear two or three questions. Both the news report 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 and 2 are based on the news report you have just heard.1.A) A rescue worker got trapped in the basement.B) A deserted 100-year-old building caught fire.C) A beam about ten feet long collapsed to the ground.D) A man was pulled to safety after a building collapse.2. A) He once served in a fire department.B) He was collecting building materials.C) He suffered a fatal injury in an accident.D) He moved into his neighbor’s old house.Questions 3 and 4 are based on the news report you have just heard.3.A) Launch a campaign to promote maths teaching.B) Help British people understand their paychecks.C) Change British people，s negative view of maths.D) Improve the maths skills of high school teachers.4.A) Primary school teachers understand basic maths concepts.B)British people know how to do elementary calculations.C)The public sees the value of maths in their life.D)Children take maths courses at an earlier age.Questions 5 to 7 are based on the news report you have just heard.5. A) He is learning to be a pilot.B) He owns a fleet of aircraft.C) He regards his royal duties as a burden.D) He held a part-time job for over 20 years.6. A) He can change his focus of attention and relax.B) He can demonstrate his superior piloting skills.C) He can show his difference from other royalty.D) He can come into closer contact with his people.7. A) They enjoyed his company.B) They rarely recognised him.C) They were surprised to see him.D) They liked him in his uniform.Section BDirections: 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 I with a single line through the centre.Questions 8 to 11 arebased on the conversation you have just heard.8. A) They saw a business opportunity there.B) Wood supply was plentiful in Romania.C) It didn’t need much capital to start with.D) They were skilled carpenters themselves.9. A) Open some more branch companies in Germany.B) Enlarge their company by hiring more workers.C) Attract foreign investment to expand business.D) Provide quality furniture at affordable prices.10. A) They are from her hometown.B) They all come from Romania.C) They are imported from Germany.D) They come from all over the continent.11. A) Throughout the world.B) Mostly in Bucharest.C) All across Europe.D) In Romania only.Questions 12 to 15 are based on the conversation you have just heard.12. A) Attend the opening of a local restaurant.B) Go with him to choose a pearl for Susan.C) Try out a new restaurant together in town.D) Go to a concert with him and his girlfriend.13. A) It provides information on local events.B) It is especially popular with the young.C) It specializes in food advertising.D) It is sponsored by local restaurants.14. A) They participate in a variety of social events.B) They go to eat at different stylish restaurants.C) They treat themselves to various entertainments.D) They design a special set of menus for themselves.15. A) More types of food will be served this Restaurant WeekB) Bigger discounts will be offered this Restaurant WeekC) More restaurants will join Restaurant Week.D) This year’s Restaurant Week will start soon.Section CDirections: In this section, you will hear three passages. At the end of each passage, you will hear three or four —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 16 to 18 are based on the passage you have just heard.16.A) Explaining the benefits of eating vegetables to them.B) Exposing them to vegetables repeatedly.C) Improving the taste of vegetable dishes for themD) Rewarding them for eating vegetables.17. A) They were considered most nutritious.B) They were essential to children’s health.C) They were least used in Belgian cookingD) They were disliked most by children.18. A) Children's choices of food vary greatly.B) Parents watch closely what children eat.C) Children's eating habits can be changed.D) Vegetables differ in their nutritional value.Questions 19 to 21 are based on the passage you have just heard.19.A) A lot of garbage has been left on the moon.B) There is quite a lot to learn about the moon.C) India has many space exploration programs.D) Space exploration has serious consequences.20. A) It is risky to destroy.B) It is of no use on Earth.C) It is costly to bring back.D)It is damaged by radiation.21. A) Record details of space exploration,B) Monitor the change of lunar weather.C) Explore the possibility of human settlement on the moon.D) Study the effect of radiation and vacuum on its materials. Questions 22 to 25 are based on the passage you have just heard.22. A) It will have to be governed by specific rules.B) It will gradually be replaced by social media.C) It is likely to be a competitor of various messaging apps.D) It is likely to remain a means of business communication.23. A) Make a timely response.B) Save the message in their file.C) See if any action needs to be taken.D) Examine the information carefully.24. A) It is to be passed on.B) It requires no reply.C)It causes no concern.D) It is mostly junk.25. A) Make it as short as possible.B) Use simple and clear language.C) Avoid using capitals for emphasis.D) Adopt an informal style of writing.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 2 with a single line through the centre. You may not use any of the words in the bank more than once.Have you ever used email to apologize to a colleague? Delivered a__26__ to a subordinate（下属）with a voice-mail message? Flown by plane across the country just to deliver important news in person? The various communication options at our fingertips to lay can be good for__27__ and productivity—and at the same time very troublesome. With so many ways to communicate, how should a manager choose the oneth at’s best— __28__ when the message to be delivered is bad or unwelcome news for the recipient? We’ve __29__ business communication consultants and etiquette（礼仪）experts to come up with the following guidelines for__30__ using the alternative ways of delivering difficult messages.First of all, choose how personal you want to be. A face-to-face communication is the most __31__. Other choices, in descending order of personalization, are: a real-time phone call, a voice-mail message, a handwritten note, a typewritten letter, and the most __3__ is email. Some of these may change order according to the __33__ situation or your own preferences; for example, a handwritten note might seem more personal than voice-mail. How do you decide on the best choice for the difficult Message you’ve got to deliver? “My __34__ concern is: How can I soften or civilize this message?” says etiquette expert Dana Casperson. “ So when I apologize, I usually choose in-person first, or a phone conversation as my top alternative, and maybe a handwritten note next. Apologizing by email is something I now totally __35__.”A) avoidB) convenienceC) effectivelyD) escapeE) intimateF) particularlyG) primaryH) promptI) rewardj) silentK) specificL) surveyedM) unfriendlyN) warningO) witnessedSection 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 corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 2.How a Poor, Abandoned Parisian Boy Became a Top ChefA)The busy streets in Paris were uneven and caked in thick mud, but there was always a breathtaking sight to see in the shop windows of Patisserie de la Rue de la Paix. By 1814, people crowded outside the bakery, straining for a glimpse of the latest sweet food created by the young chef who worked inside.B) His name was Marie-Antoine Careme, and he had appeared, one day, almost out of nowhere. But in his short lifetime, which ended exactly 184 years ago today, he would forever revolutionize French gourmet food （美食)，write best-selling cook books and think up magical dishes for royals and other important people.C) Careme's childhood was one part tragedy, equal part mystery. Born the 16th child to poor parents in Paris in either 1783 or 1784, a young Careme was suddenly abandoned at the height of the French Revolution. At 8 years old, he worked as a kitchen boy for a restaurant in Paris in exchange for room and board. By age 15, he had become an apprentice（学徒）to Sylvain Bailly, a well-known dessert chef with a successful bakery in one of Paris’ most fashionable neighborhoods.D) Careme was quick at learning in the kitchen. Bailly encouraged his young apprentice to learn to read and write. Careme would often spend his free afternoons at the nearby National Library reading books on art and architecture. In the back room of the little bakery, his interest in design and his baking talent combined to work wonders—he shaped delicious masterpieces out of flour, butter and sugar.E) In his teenage years, Careme fashioned eatable copies of the late 18th century’s most famo us buildings一cookies in the shape of ruins of ancient Athens and pies in the shape of ancient Chinese palaces andtemples. Sylvain Bailly, his master, displayed these luxuriant creations一often as large as 4 feet tall—in his bakery windows.F) Careme's creations soon captured the discriminating eye of a French diplomat, Charles Maurice de Talleyrand-P6rigord. Around 1804, Talleyrand challenged Careme to produce a full menu for his personal castle, instructing the young baker to use local, seasonal fruits and vegetables and to avoid repeating main dishes over the course of an entire year. The experiment was a grand success and Talleyrand’s association with French nobility would prove a profitable connection for Careme.G) French Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte was known to be unimpressed by the declining taste of early 18th century cooking, but under pressure to entertain Paris’ high society, he too called Careme to his kitchen at Tuileries Palace. In 1810, Careme designed the extraordinary cake for the wedding of Napoleon and his second bride, Marie-Louise of Austria. He became one of the first modem chefs to focus on the appearance of his table, not just the flavor of his dishes. “I want order and taste. A well-displayed meal is enhanced one hundred percent in my e yes,” he later wrote in one of his cook books.H) In 1816, Careme began a culinary（烹饪的）journey which would forever mark his place as history’s first top chef. He voyaged to England to cook in the modem Great Kitchen of the prince regent（摄政王)，George IV, and crossed continents to prepare grand banquets for thetables of Tsar Alexander I of Russia. Never afraid to talk up his own accomplishments, a boastful Careme made a fortune as wealthy families with social ambitions invited him to their kitchens. Later, in his cook books, he would often include a sketch of himself, so that people on the street would be able to recognize—and —admire—him.I)Careme's cooking displays became the symbol of fine French dining; they were plentiful, beautiful and imposing. Guests would fall silent in wonder as servants carried Careme's fancy creations into the dining hall. For a banquet celebrating the Grand Duke Nicholas of Russia’s visit to George IV’s Brighton Pavillion on Jan. 18, 1817, the menu featured 120 different dishes, highlighting eight different soups, 40 main courses, and 32 desserts.J)As he traveled through the homes of early 19th century nobility, Careme forged the new art of French gourmet food. Locked in hot kitchens, Careme created his four “mother sauces.” These sauces—bechamel, veloute, espagnole and allemande—formed the central building blocks for many French main courses. He also perfected the soufifle—a baked egg dish, and introduced the standard chefs uniform—the same double- breasted white coat and tall white hat still worn by many chefs today. The white clothing conveyed an image of cleanliness, according to Careme—and in his realm, appearance was everything.K)Between meals, Careme wrote cook books that would be used in European kitchens for the next century. His manuals including The Royal Parisian Baker and the massive five-volume Art of French Cooking Series (1833-1847, completed after his death) first systematized many basic principles of cooking, complete with drawings and step-by-step directions. Long before television cooking shows, Careme walked readers through common kitchen tasks, instructing them to “try this for yourself, at home” as famous American Chef Julia Child might do, many years later.L) In the end, however, it was the kitchen that did Careme in. Decades of working over coal fires in tight, closed spaces with little fresh air (to ensure his dishes would not get cold) had fatally damaged his lungs. On Jan. 12, 1833, Careme died just before he turned 50.M) But in his lifetime, Careme, ever confident, could see beyond his short domination in the kitchen. He wanted to ”set the standard for beauty in classical and modem cooking, and prove to the distant future that the French chefs of the 19th century were the most famous in the world,” as he wrote in his papers.N) Decades later, chef Auguste Escoffier would build upon Careme’s concept of French cuisine （烹任）.But in the very beginning, there was just Careme, the top chef who elevated dining into art.36.Careme was among the first chefs who stressed both the appearance and flavor of dishes.37. Careme wanted to show to later generations that French chefs of his time were most outstanding in the world.38. Careme benefited greatly from serving a French diplomat and his connections.39. Careme learned his trade from a famous desert chef in Paris.40. Careme’s creative works were exhibited in the shop windows by his master.41.Careme’s knowledge of art and architecture helped him create extraordinary desserts out of ordinary ingredients.42. Many people in Paris were eager to have a look at the latest sweet food made by Careme.43. Careme became extremely wealthy by cooking for rich and socially ambitious families.44. Careme’s writing dealt with the fundamental cooking principles in a systematic way.45. Careme's contribution to French cooking was revolutionary.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.Roughly the size of a soda can, sitting on a bookshelf, a relatively harmless gadget may be turning friends away from your home. The elephant in your living room is your Internet-connected security camera, a device people are increasingly using for peace of mind in their homes. But few stop to think about the effect these devices may have on house guests. Should you tell your friends, for instance, that they’re being recorded while you all watch the big game together?“It’s certainly new territory, especially as home security cameras become easier to install,” say s Lizzie Post, president of the Emily Post Institute, America's foremost manners advisors. “I think it will be very interesting to see what etiquette （礼仪）emerges in terms of whether you tell people you have a camera or not, and whether guests have a right to ask that it be turned off, if it’s not a security issue.”Post wants to make clear that she’s not talking about legal rights, but rather personal preferences. She also wants to explain that there are no right or wrong answers regarding manners on this front yet, because the technology is just now becoming mainstream. Besides, the Emily Post Institute doesn’t dictate manners.When it comes to security cameras, Post says it’s a host’s responsibility to make sure guests feel comfortable within their home. “I’m always a fan of being open and honest.” For instance, if the host casually acknowledges that there is a camera in the room by telling a story about it, that may be enough to provide an opening for a guest to say if they are uncomfortable.However, if a contractor is working in your home, you don’t need to tell them that there are cameras watching. Then again, the air of accountability that the camera generates can also work in contractors* favor. “If anything does go wrong while they’re in the house, they don’t want to be blamed for it,” she says. “In fact, the camera could be the thing that proves that they didn’t steal the $20, or knock the vase off the table.”46.For what reason may your friends feel reluctant to visit your home?A) The security camera installed may intrude into their privacy.B) They don’t want their photos to be circulated on the Internet.C) The security camera may turn out to be harmful to their health.D) They may not be willing to interact with your family members.47. What does Lizzie Post say is new territory?A) The effect of manners advice on the public.B) Cost of applying new technologies at home.C) The increasing use of home security devices.D) Etiquette around home security cameras.48. What is Lizzie Post mainly discussing with regard to the use of home security cameras?A) Legal rights.B) Moral issues.C) Likes and dislikes of individuals.D) The possible impact on manners.49. What is a host’s responsibility regarding security cameras, according to Lizzie Post?A) Making their guests feel at ease.B) Indicating where they are.C) Turning them off in time.D) Ensuring their guests，privacy.50.In what way can the home security camera benefit visitors to your home?A) It can satisfy their curiosity.B)It can prove their innocence.C) It can help them learn new technology.D) It can make their visit more enjoyable.Passage TwoQuestions 51 to 55 are based on the following passage.PepsiCo is to spend billions of dollars to develop drinks and snacks and reformulate existing ones with lower sugar, salt and fat, as consumers demand healthier options and regulatory pressure intensifies amid an obesity epidemic（流行病）.The maker of Mountain Dew and Gatorade has been one of the earlier movers in the industry to offer products with reduced levels of unhealthy ingredients—PepsiCo claims a packet of its chips now contains less salt than a slice of white bread. However, its new 10-year plan makes clear it believes it still has a long way to go.Shifting eating habits, including a sharp drop in consumption of sparkling drinks, have forced radical change on the industry. But thoseshifts have yet to be reflected in record obesity levels, which stand at 36.5% overall in the US.Indra Nooyi, PepsiCo chairman, said the plan to make its products healthier was important for the company’s growth. But on the subject of obesity, she pointed out that consumers’ lifestyles have changed significantly, with many people being more sedentary（久坐不动的）not least because more time is spent in front of computers. She said PepsiCo’s contribution was to produce healthier snacks that still tasted good.“Society has to change its habits,” she added. “We can’t do much to alter sedentary lifestyles, but we can provide consumers with great-tasting products, low in salt, sugar and fat. In the past we had to have a tastetrade-off. But we’re breaking that trade-off.”PepsiCo’s plan for its foods and drinks is based on guidelines fromthe World Health Organisation, which last week backed using taxes on sparkling drinks to reduce sugar consumption. Initiatives also include efforts to reduce its environmental impact, water consumption and materials used in packaging by 2025.PepsiCo did not say exactly how much it planned to invest to reachits goals. However, Dr Mehmood Khan, chief scientific officer, said the company had doubled research and development spending in the past fiveyears and was “committed to sustaining investment”，adding that companies cannot cost-cut their way to increasing sales. PepsiCo’s research and development budget in 2015 was $754 million.51.Why is PepsiCo making a policy change?A) To win support from the federal government.B) To be more competitive in the global market.C) To satisfy the growing needs for healthy foods.D) To invest more wisely in the soft drink industry.52.What does PepsiCo think it will have to do in the future?A) Invest more to develop new snacks.B) Reduce levels of obesity in the US.C) Change consumers’ eating habits.D)Keep on improving its products.53.Why does PepsiCo plan to alter its products, according to Indra Nooyi?A)To ensure the company’s future development.B) To adapt to its customers’ changed taste.C) To help improve its consumers’ lifestyles.D) To break the trade-off in its product design.54. What does Indra Nooyi say about the obesity epidemic?A) It is mainly caused by overconsumption of snacks.B) It results from high sugar and salt consumption.C) It is attributable to people’s changed lifestyles.D) It has a lot to do with longer working hours.55.What has PepsiCo been doing to achieve its objective?A)Studying WHO，s guidelines.B)Increasing its research funding.C)Expanding its market overseas.D)Cutting its production costs.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.越来越多的中国人现在的确离不开手机了。
2018年12月英语四级真题答案卷二试题与答案(部分)
2018年12月英语四级真题答案卷二试题与答案（部分）2018年12月英语四级真题答案卷二写作就业的挑战Directions：For this part，you are allowed 30 minutes to write a short essay on the challenges of studying abroad. You should write at least 120 words but no more than 180 words.With economic globalization and cultural integration go side by side, an increasing number of college students are inclined to study abroad, including senior middle school students.The challenges of studying abroad can be listed as below. Initially, different habits and customs can cast some unexpected effects on our life. We are not used to living in a completely strange environment. Similarly, teaching philosophy and methods among diverse countries are contradictory sometimes, which is not suitable for juveniles. At last, studying abroad needs huge expense. Not only should our parents take pressure, but also we do heavy part-time jobs after school.By and large, were it left to me to comment, I would recommend that students are expected to fully consider whether studying abroad is the best choice for themselves and their family.2018年12月英语四级真题答案卷二阅读选词填空部分：26.I remedies27.D inconvenience28.H recommended29.C hesitant30.O worse31.B experiences32.J scared33.M pressured34.L sink35.E lessen匹配题部分：Is it really OK to eat food that's fallen on the floor36-40：FCLEA41-45：NMDKH36.A research project found bacteria made their way to the food on the floor in five seconds37.Whether food is contaminated depends much on the number of bacteria that get onto it38.Food contamination may result from various factors other than food dropping on the floor39.Males are less likely than females to eat food that may have been contaminated40.The author's research centers around how food gets contaminated41.Keeping everything clean is best way to stay healthy42.Chances are you will not fall sick because of eating food picked up from the floor43.For a long time people have the experience of deciding whether or not to eat food picked up from the floor44.Some strains of bacteria are so harmful that a tiny few can have deadly consequences45.Researchers found how many bacteria got into the food did not have much to do with how long the food stayed on a contaminated floor仔细阅读部分：第1篇：猫如何快速找到猎物?46.What do we learn from a newly published study about cats?答：C,They have a natural ability to locate animals they hunt47.What may account for the cat's response to the noise from the containers?答：D,Their mastery of cause and effect48.What is characteristic of the way cats hunt,according to the Japanese researchers? 答：B,They rely mainy on their hearing49.In what way do babies behave like cats?答：A,They focus on what appears odd50.What can we conclude about cats from the passage?答：B,They interact with the physical world much like humans第二篇：无人驾驶汽车带来的影响?51.What would be the impact of the extensive use of driverless cars?答：A,People would be driving in a more civilized way52.How would the elderly and the disabled benefit from driverless cars?答：A，They could enjoy greater mobility53.What would be the negative impact of driverless cars?答：D,Numerous professional drivers would have to find new ways of earning a living 54.What is the result of the introduction of new technologies in energy industries? 答：B,Retaining of employees55.What does the author suggest businesses and the govemment do?答：C,Enable everyone to benefit from new technologies2018年12月英语四级真题答案卷二翻译【手机改变支付方式】过去几年里，移动支付市场在中国蓬勃发展。
2018年12月英语四级听力真题
2018年12月大学英语四级考试英语四级听力真题（全）：News 1A device that weighs less than one kilogram is part ofa mission that will allow scientists to deliver fourthgeneration or 4G mobile coverage to the moon in 2019。
If successful，the tiny device will provide the moon with itsfirst ever mobile phone network。
The lunar network will support high definition streaming of video and databetween the moon and earth。
The network is part of a mission to the moon。
This is a project with the goal oflanding the first privately paid for mission to the moon。
The 4G mission is set to launch from Cape Canaveral in theUnited States on a space X Falcon 9 rocket in 2019。
Mission to the moon intends to establish and test the firstelements of a communications network on the moon。
The scientists working on the project opted to build a 4Grather than a fifth generation or 5G network。
2018年12月英语四级听力真题(二)
2018年12月英语四级听力真题College English Test – Band 4大学英语四级考试Part II Listening Comprehension第二部分听力理解Section A: Directions: In this section, you will hear three news reports.第一部分：在本节中，你将听到三则新闻报道。
At the end of each news report, you will hear two or three questions.每则新闻结束后，你将会听到两或三个问题。
Both the news report and the questions will be spoken only once.新闻和问题都将只放一遍。
After you hear a question, you must choose the best answer from the four choices marked A), B), C) and D). 听到问题后，从标记为A)、B)、C)和D)的四个选项中选出最佳答案。
Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 1 with a single line through the center.并在答题纸1的对应位置上填涂相应的字母。
News report 1新闻报道一Rescue crews pulled a man to safety after a collapse at a construction site in Brooklyn on Tuesday.周二，救援人员将一名男子从布鲁克林一处倒塌的建筑工地中救出到安全地带。
The incident happened on the 400 block of Rutland Road just after 12:30 p.m.事故于凌晨十二点半发生在拉特兰路的400街区。
2018年12月四级真题第二套
2018年12月大学英语四级考试真题（第二套完整版）Part I Writing (30 minutes)Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write a short essay on the challenges of studying abroad. You should write at least 120 words but no more than 180 words.Part II Listening Comprehension (25 minutes)Section ADirections: In this section, you will hear three news reports. At the end of each news report, you will hear two or three questions. Both the news report 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 and 2 are based on the news report you have just heard. 1.A)A rescue worker got trapped in the basement.B)A deserted 100-year-old building caught fire.C)A beam about ten feet long collapsed to the ground.D) A man was pulled to safety after a building collapse.2. A) He once served in a fire department.B)He was collecting building materials.C)He suffered a fatal injury in an accident.D) He moved into his neighbor’s old house.Questions 3 and 4 are based on the news report you have just heard. 3.A)Launch a campaign to promote maths teaching.B)Help British people understand their paychecks.C)Change British people，s negative view of maths.D) Improve the maths skills of high school teachers.4.A) Primary school teachers understand basic maths concepts.B)British people know how to do elementary calculations.C)The public sees the value of maths in their life.D)Children take maths courses at an earlier age.Questions 5 to 7 are based on the news report you have just heard.5.A) He is learning to be a pilot.B)He owns a fleet of aircraft.C)He regards his royal duties as a burden. D)He held a part-time job for over 20 years.6.A) He can change his focus of attention and relax.B)He can demonstrate his superior piloting skills.C)He can show his difference from other royalty.D)He can come into closer contact with his people.7.A) They enjoyed his company.B)They rarely recognised him.C)They were surprised to see him.D) They liked him in his uniform.Section BDirections: 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 I with a single line through the centre.Questions 8 to 11 arebased on the conversation you have just heard.8.A) They saw a business opportunity there.B)Wood supply was plentiful in Romania.C)It didn’t need much capital to start with.D) They were skilled carpenters themselves.9.A) Open some more branch companies in Germany.B)Enlarge their company by hiring more workers.C)Attract foreign investment to expand business.D) Provide quality furniture at affordable prices.10.A) They are from her hometown.B)They all come from Romania.C)They are imported from Germany.D)They come from all over the continent.11.A) Throughout the world.B)Mostly in Bucharest.C)All across Europe.D) In Romania only.Questions 12 to 15 are based on the conversation you have just heard.12.A) Attend the opening of a local restaurant.B)Go with him to choose a pearl for Susan.C)Try out a new restaurant together in town.D) Go to a concert with him and his girlfriend.13.A) It provides information on local events.B)It is especially popular with the young.C)It specializes in food advertising.D)It is sponsored by local restaurants.14.A) They participate in a variety of social events.B)They go to eat at different stylish restaurants.C)They treat themselves to various entertainments.D)They design a special set of menus for themselves.15.A) More types of food will be served this Restaurant WeekB)Bigger discounts will be offered this Restaurant WeekC)More restaurants will join Restaurant Week.D)This year’s Restaurant Week will start soon.Section CDirections: In this section, you will hear three passages. At the end of each passage, you will hear three or four —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 16 to 18 are based on the passage you have just heard. 16.A)Explaining the benefits of eating vegetables to them.B)Exposing them to vegetables repeatedly.C)Improving the taste of vegetable dishes for themD) Rewarding them for eating vegetables.17.A) They were considered most nutritious.B)They were essential to children’s health.C)They were least used in Belgian cookingD) They were disliked most by children.18.A) Children's choices of food vary greatly.B)Parents watch closely what children eat.C)Children's eating habits can be changed. D)Vegetables differ in their nutritional value.Questions 19 to 21 are based on the passage you have just heard.19.A) A lot of garbage has been left on the moon.B)There is quite a lot to learn about the moon.C)India has many space exploration programs.D) Space exploration has serious consequences.20.A) It is risky to destroy.B)It is of no use on Earth.C)It is costly to bring back.D)It is damaged by radiation.21.A) Record details of space exploration,B)Monitor the change of lunar weather.C)Explore the possibility of human settlement on the moon.D) Study the effect of radiation and vacuum on its materials.Questions 22 to 25 are based on the passage you have just heard.22.A) It will have to be governed by specific rules.B)It will gradually be replaced by social media.C)It is likely to be a competitor of various messaging apps. D)It is likely to remain a means of business communication.23.A) Make a timely response.B)Save the message in their file.C)See if any action needs to be taken.D) Examine the information carefully.24.A) It is to be passed on.B)It requires no reply.C)I t causes no concern.D) It is mostly junk.25.A) Make it as short as possible.B)Use simple and clear language.C)Avoid using capitals for emphasis.D) Adopt an informal style of writing.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 morethan once.Have you ever used email to apologize to a colleague? Delivered a __26__ to a subordinate （下属） with a voice-mail message? Flown by plane across the country just to deliver important news in person? The various communication options at our fingertips to lay can be good for __27__ and productivity—and at the same time very troublesome. With so many ways to communicate, how should a manager choose the one that’s best— __28__ when the message to be delivered is bad or unwelcome news for the recipient? We’ve __29__ business communication consultants and etiquette （礼仪） experts to come up with the following guidelines for__30__ using the alternative ways of delivering difficult messages.First of all, choose how personal you want to be. A face-to-face communication is the most __31__. Other choices, in descending order of personalization, are: a real-time phone call, a voice-mail message, a handwritten note, a typewritten letter, and the most __3__ is email. Some of these may change order according to the __33__ situation or your own preferences; for example, a handwritten note might seem more personal than voice-mail. How do you decide on the best choice for the difficult Message you’ve got to deliver? “My __34__ concern is: How can I soften or civilize this message?” says etiquette expert Dana Casperson. “ So when I apologize, I usually choose in-person first, or a phone conversation as my top alternative, and maybe a handwritten note next. Apologizing by email is something I now totally __35__.”A)avoidB)convenienceC)effectivelyD) escapeE)intimateF)particularlyG)primaryH)promptI)rewardj) silentK)specificL)surveyedM)unfriendlyN)warningO)witnessedSection 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 corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 2.How a Poor, Abandoned Parisian Boy Became a Top ChefA)The busy streets in Paris were uneven and caked in thick mud, but there was always a breathtaking sight to see in the shop windows of Patisserie de la Rue de la Paix. By 1814, people crowded outside the bakery, straining for a glimpse of the latest sweet food created by the young chef who worked inside.B)His name was Marie-Antoine Careme, and he had appeared, one day, almost out of nowhere. But in his short lifetime, which ended exactly 184 years ago today, he would forever revolutionize French gourmet food （美食) ，write best-selling cook books and think up magical dishes for royals and other important people.C)Careme's childhood was one part tragedy, equal part mystery. Born the 16th child to poor parents in Paris in either 1783 or 1784, a young Careme was suddenly abandoned at the height of the French Revolution. At 8 years old, he worked as a kitchen boy for a restaurant in Paris in exchange for room and board. By age 15, he had become an apprentice （学徒） to Sylvain Bailly, a well-known dessert chef with a successful bakery in one of Paris’ most fashionable neighborhoods.D)Careme was quick at learning in the kitchen. Bailly encouraged his young apprentice to learn to read and write. Careme would often spend his free afternoons at the nearby National Library reading books on art and architecture. In the back room of the little bakery, his interest in design and his baking talent combined to work wonders—he shaped delicious masterpieces out of flour, butter and sugar.E)In his teenage years, Careme fashioned eatable copies of the late 18th century’s most famous buildings 一cookies in the shape of ruins of ancient Athens and pies in the shape of ancient Chinese palaces and temples. Sylvain Bailly, his master, displayed these luxuriant creations一often as large as 4 feet tall—in his bakery windows.F)Careme's creations soon captured the discriminating eye of a French diplomat, Charles Maurice de Talleyrand-P6rigord. Around 1804, Talleyrand challenged Careme to produce a full menu for his personal castle, instructing the young baker to use local, seasonal fruits andvegetables and to avoid repeating main dishes over the course of an entire year. The experiment was a grand success and Talleyrand’s association with French nobility would prove a profitable connection for Careme.G)French Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte was known to be unimpressed by the declining taste of early 18th century cooking, but under pressure to entertain Paris’ high society, he too called Careme to his kitchen at Tuileries Palace. In 1810, Careme designed the extraordinary cake for the wedding of Napoleon and his second bride, Marie-Louise of Austria. He became one of the first modem chefs to focus on the appearance of his table, not just the flavor of his dishes. “I want order and taste. A well-displayed meal is enhanced one hundred percent in my eyes,” he later wrote in one of his cook books.H)In 1816, Careme began a culinary（烹饪的）journey which would forever mark his place as history’s first top chef. He voyaged to England to cook in the modem Great Kitchen of the prince regent（摄政王)，George IV, and crossed continents to prepare grand banquets for the tables of Tsar Alexander I of Russia. Never afraid to talk up his own accomplishments, a boastful Careme made a fortune as wealthy families with social ambitions invited him to their kitchens. Later, in his cook books, he would often include a sketch of himself, so that people on the street would be able to recognize—and —admire—him.I)C areme's cooking displays became the symbol of fine French dining; they were plentiful, beautiful and imposing. Guests would fall silent in wonder as servants carried Careme's fancy creations into the dining hall. For a banquet celebrating the Grand Duke Nicholas of Russia’s visit to George IV’s Brighton Pavillion on Jan. 18, 1817, the menu featured 120 different dishes, highlighting eight different soups, 40 main courses, and 32 desserts.J)As he traveled through the homes of early 19th century nobility, Careme forged the new art of French gourmet food. Locked in hot kitchens, Careme created his four “mother sauces.” These sauces—bechamel, veloute, espagnole and allemande—formed the central building blocks for many French main courses. He also perfected the soufifle—a baked egg dish, and introduced the standard chefs uniform—the same double- breasted white coat and tall white hat still worn by many chefs today. The white clothing conveyed an image of cleanliness, according to Careme—and in his realm, appearance was everything.K)Between meals, Careme wrote cook books that would be used in European kitchens for the next century. His manuals including The Royal Parisian Baker and the massive five-volume Art of French Cooking Series (1833-1847, completed after his death) first systematized many basic principles of cooking, complete with drawings and step-by-step directions. Long before television cooking shows, Careme walked readers through common kitchen tasks, instructing them to “try this for yourself, at home” as famous American Chef Julia Child might do, many years later.L)In the end, however, it was the kitchen that did Careme in. Decades of working over coal fires in tight, closed spaces with little fresh air (to ensure his dishes would not get cold) had fatally damaged his lungs. On Jan. 12, 1833, Careme died just before he turned 50.M)But in his lifetime, Careme, ever confident, could see beyond his short domination in the kitchen. He wanted to ”set the standard for beauty in classical and modem cooking, and prove to the distant future that the French chefs of the 19th century were the most famous in the world,” as he wrote in his papers.N)Decades later, chef Auguste Escoffier would build upon Careme’s concept of French cuisine （烹任）.But in the very beginning, there was just Careme, the top chef who elevated dining into art.36.Careme was among the first chefs who stressed both the appearance and flavor of dishes.37.Careme wanted to show to later generations that French chefs of his time were most outstanding in the world.38.Careme benefited greatly from serving a French diplomat and his connections.39.Careme learned his trade from a famous desert chef in Paris.40.Careme’s creative works were exhibited in the shop windows by his master.41.Careme’s knowledge of art and architecture helped him create extraordinary desserts out of ordinary ingredients.42.Many people in Paris were eager to have a look at the latest sweet food made by Careme.43.Careme became extremely wealthy by cooking for rich and socially ambitious families.44.Careme’s writing dealt with the fundamental cooking principles in a systematic way.45.Careme's contribution to French cooking was revolutionary.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.Roughly the size of a soda can, sitting on a bookshelf, a relatively harmless gadget may be turning friends away from your home. The elephant in your living room is your Internet- connected security camera, a device people are increasingly using for peace of mind in their homes. But few stop to think about the effect these devices may have on house guests. Should you tell your friends, for instance, that they’re being recorded while you all watch the big game together?“It’s certainly new territory, especially as home security cameras become easier to install,” says Lizzie Post, president of the Emily Post Institute, America's foremost manners advisors. “I think it will be very interesting to see what etiquette （礼仪）emerges in terms of whether you tell people you have a camera or not, and whether guests have a right to ask that it be turned off, if it’s not a security issue.”Post wants to make clear that she’s not talking about legal rights, but rather personal preferences. She also wants to explain that there are no right or wrong answers regarding manners on this front yet, because the technology is just now becoming mainstream. Besides, the Emily Post Institute doesn’t dictate manners.When it comes to security cameras, Post says it’s a host’s responsibility to make sure guests feel comfortable within their home. “I’m always a fan of being open and honest.” For instance, if the host casually acknowledges that there is a camera in the room by telling a story about it, that may be enough to provide an opening for a guest to say if they are uncomfortable.However, if a contractor is working in your home, you don’t need to tell them that there are cameras watching. Then again, the air of accountability that the camera generates can also work in contractors* favor. “If anything does go wrong while they’re in the house, they don’t want to be blamed for it,” she says. “In fact, the camera could be the thing that proves that they didn’t steal the $20, or knock the vase off the table.”46.For what reason may your friends feel reluctant to visit your home?A)The security camera installed may intrude into their privacy.B)They don’t want their photos to be circulated on the Internet.C)The security camera may turn out to be harmful to their health.D) They may not be willing to interact with your family members.47.What does Lizzie Post say is new territory?A)The effect of manners advice on the public.B)Cost of applying new technologies at home.C)The increasing use of home security devices.D) Etiquette around home security cameras.48.What is Lizzie Post mainly discussing with regard to the use of home security cameras?A)Legal rights.B)Moral issues.C)Likes and dislikes of individuals.D) The possible impact on manners.49.What is a host’s responsibility regarding security cameras, according to Lizzie Post?A)Making their guests feel at ease.B)Indicating where they are.C)Turning them off in time.D)Ensuring their guests，privacy.50.In what way can the home security camera benefit visitors to your home?A)It can satisfy their curiosity.B)It can prove their innocence.C)It can help them learn new technology.D) It can make their visit more enjoyable.Passage TwoQuestions 51 to 55 are based on the following passage.PepsiCo is to spend billions of dollars to develop drinks and snacks and reformulate existing ones with lower sugar, salt and fat, as consumers demand healthier options and regulatory pressure intensifies amid an obesity epidemic（流行病）.The maker of Mountain Dew and Gatorade has been one of the earlier movers in the industry to offer products with reduced levels of unhealthy ingredients—PepsiCo claims a packet of its chips now contains less salt than a slice of white bread. However, its new 10-year plan makes clear it believes it still has a long way to go.Shifting eating habits, including a sharp drop in consumption of sparkling drinks, have forced radical change on the industry. But those shifts have yet to be reflected in record obesity levels, which stand at 36.5% overall in the US.Indra Nooyi, PepsiCo chairman, said the plan to make its products healthier was important for the company’s growth. But on the subject of obesity, she pointed out that consumers’ lifestyles have changed significantly, with many people being more sedentary（久坐不动的） not least because more time is spent in front of computers. She said PepsiCo’s contribution was to produce healthier snacks that still tasted good.“Society has to change its habits,” she added. “We can’t do much to alter sedentary lifestyles, but we can provide consumers with great-tasting products, low in salt, sugar and fat. In the past we had to have a taste trade-off. But we’re breaking that trade-off.”PepsiCo’s plan for its foods and drinks is based on guidelines from the World Health Organisation, which last week backed using taxes on sparkling drinks to reduce sugar consumption. Initiatives also include efforts to reduce its environmental impact, water consumption and materials used in packaging by 2025.PepsiCo did not say exactly how much it planned to invest to reach its goals. However, Dr Mehmood Khan, chief scientific officer, said the company had doubled research and development spending in the past five years and was “committed to sustaining investment”，adding that companies cannot cost-cut their way to increasing sales. PepsiCo’s research and development budget in 2015 was $754 million.51.Why is PepsiCo making a policy change?A)To win support from the federal government.B)To be more competitive in the global market.C)To satisfy the growing needs for healthy foods.D) To invest more wisely in the soft drink industry.52.What does PepsiCo think it will have to do in the future?A)Invest more to develop new snacks.B)Reduce levels of obesity in the US.C)Change consumers’ eating habits.D)Keep on improving its products.53.Why does PepsiCo plan to alter its products, according to Indra Nooyi?A)To ensure the company’s future development.B)To adapt to its customers’ changed taste.C)To help improve its consumers’ lifestyles.D)To break the trade-off in its product design.54.What does Indra Nooyi say about the obesity epidemic?A)It is mainly caused by overconsumption of snacks.B)It results from high sugar and salt consumption.C)It is attributable to people’s changed lifestyles.D) It has a lot to do with longer working hours.55.What has PepsiCo been doing to achieve its objective?A)Studying WHO，s guidelines.B)Increasing its research funding.C)E xpanding its market overseas.D)Cutting its production costs.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.越来越多的中国人现在的确离不开手机了。
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2018年12月四级英语听力真题第二套Part II Listening Comprehension (30 minutes)Section A News ReportDirections：In this section,you will hear three news reports.At the end of each news report,you will hear two or three questions.Both the news report 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 and 2 are based on the news report you have just heard.1.A) A man was pulled to safety after a building collapse.B) A beam about ten feet long collapsed to the ground.C) A rescue worker got trapped in the basement.D) A deserted 100-year-old building caught fire.2.A) He suffered a fatal injury in an accident.B) He once served in a fire department.C) He was collecting building materials.D) He moved into his neighbor's old house.Questions 3 and 4 are based on the news report you have just heard.3.A) Improve the maths skills of high school teachers.B) Change British people's negative view of maths.C) Help British people understand their paychecks.D) Launch a campaign to promote maths teaching.4.A) Children take maths courses at an earlier age.B) The public sees the value of maths in their life.C) British people know how to do elementary calculations.D) Primary school teachers understand basic maths concepts.Questions 5 and 7 are based on the news report you have just heard.5.A) He owns a fleet of aircraft.B) He is learning to be a pilot.C) He regards his royal duties as a burden.D) He held a part-time job for over 20 years.6.A) He can demonstrate his superior piloting skills.B) He can change his focus of attention and relax.C) He can show his difference from other royalty.D) He can come into closer contact with his people.7.A) They enjoyed his company.B) They liked him in his uniform.C) They rarely recognised him.D) They were surprised to see him.Section B ConversationDirections：In this section,you will hear two long conversations.At the end of each conversations you will hear four questions. Both the conversations and the question-s 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 8 to 11 are based on the conversation you have just heard.8.A) They were skilled carpenters themselves.B) It didn't need much capital to start with.C) Wood supply was plentiful in Romania.D) They saw a business opportunity there.9.A) Provide quality furniture at affordable prices.B) Attract foreign investment to expand business.C) Enlarge their company by hiring more workers.D) Open some more branch companies in Germany.10.A) They are from her hometown.B) They are imported from Germany.C) They all come from Romania.D) They come from all over the continent.11.A) All across Europe.B) Throughout the world.C) Mostly in Bucharest.D) In Romania only.Questions 12 to 15 are based on the conversation you have just heard.12.A) Go to a concert with him and his girlfriend.B) Try out a new restaurant together in town.C) Go with him to choose a pearl for Susan.D) Attend the opening of a local restaurant.13.A) It is sponsored by local restaurants.B) It specializes in food advertizing.C) It is especially popular with the young.D) It provides information on local events.14.A) They design a special set of menus for themselves.B) They treat themselves to various entertainments.C) They go to eat at different stylish restaurants.D) They participate in a variety of social events.15.A) More restaurants will join Restaurant Week.B) This year's Restaurant Week will start soon.C) Bigger discounts will be offered this Restaurant Week.D) More types of food will be served this Restaurant Week.Section C PassageDirections：In this section, you will hear three 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 choosethe 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 passage you have just heard.16.A) Rewarding them for eating vegetables.B) Exposing them to vegetables repeatedly.C) Improving the taste of vegetable dishes for them.D) Explaining the benefits of eating vegetables to them.17.A) They were disliked most by children.B) They were considered most nutritious.C) They were least used in Belgian cooking.D) They were essential to children's health.18.A) Vegetables differ in their nutritional value.B) Children's eating habits can be changed.C) Parents watch closely what children eat.D) Children's choices of food vary greatly.Questions 19 to 21 are based on the passage you have just heard.19.A) Space exploration has serious consequences.B) India has many space exploration programs.C) There is quite a lot to learn about the moon.D) A lot of garbage has been left on the moon.20.A) It is costly to bring back.B) It is risky to destroy.C) It is of no use on Earth.D) It is damaged by radiation.21.A) Record details of space exploration.B) Monitor the change of lunar weather.C) Study the effect of radiation and vacuum on its materials.D) Explore the possibility of human settlement on the moon.Questions 22 to 25 are based on the passage you have just heard.22.A) It is likely to remain a means of business communication.B) It is likely to be a competitor of various messaging apps.C) It will gradually be replaced by social media.D) It will have to be governed by specific rules.28.A) Save the message in their file.B) Make a timely response.C) Examine the information carefully.D) See if any action needs to be taken.24.A) It is to be passed on.B) It is mostly junk.C) It requires no reply.D) It causes no concern.25.A) Make it as short as possible.B) Use simple and clear language.C) Adopt an informal style of writing.D) Avoid using capitals for emphasis.Part Ⅱ Listening Comprehension1. A2. C3. B4. D5. D6. B7. C8. D9. A10. C11. A12. B13. D14. C15. B16. B17. A18. B19. D20. A21. C22. A23. B24. C25. D。