大学英语4(本)试题(开卷)

大学英语4（本）开卷考试

本试题需在【答题册】作答。(试题总分100分)

ⅠAnswer the following questions.（共5题，每小题4分，满分20分)

1. Do you think fathers are as important to children as mothers are? Why or why not?

2.What is your attitude toward football fans?

3.You are a non-English major student, how do you learn English?

4. Do you think English should be the intrenational language in the world?

5.What challenges do you think you may face after retirement?

ⅡReading comprehensions.（共10题，每小题2分，满分20分）

Passage A

There are many factors which may have an influence on adults and children being able to lead a healthy life.

Nowadays, people are very busy. Often, both parents work outside the home. Children are expected to take on more responsibility at home to help their parents. They also have sporting and leisure activities as well as school expectations.

The busyness also adds another factor: the need to use cars to get from one place to another quickly.

Today, society places a lot of emphasis on technology. Computers, DVDs. CDs, television, PlayStations and Xboxes have become major leisure activities, rather than traditional more active pursuits. This has led to a more sedentary lifestyle.

The media provide entertainment and information. Unfortunately, they also promote fast food which fits easily into busy lifestyles. It is much more convenient at times to buy a quick takeaway rather than prepare a meal. The media constantly bombard(轰炸) their audience with ‘perfect’ body images, the need to buy the most fashionable clothes, the most up-to-date computer games, the best places to visit and the best things to do.

Environments vary. We may be exposed to pollution , such as cigarette smoke. This can be harmful to people who suffer from breathing difficulties. Environments where passive smoking is unavoidable make it difficult to lead a healthy life.

It is important factor influencing healthy lifestyles is motivation. Or the desire to be healthy. Any person who wants to be healthy will find a way to be healthy —if he/she is motivated enough!

6. The passage is mainly about _____.

A. benefits of a healthy life style

B. demands of daily life

C. factors affecting a healthy lifestyle

D. a positive approach to healthy living

7. The word “sedentary” in Paragraph 4 probable means _____.A. having a lot of things to do

B. involving little exercise or physical activity

C. being isolated from the outside world

D. experiencing a lot of stress

8. Which of the following is NOT mentioned in the passage as a factor leading to the popularity of fast food?

A. Cheap price.

B. The media.

C. Busy lifestyle.

D. Convenience

9. Which is NOT listed as a factor influencing the ability to have a healthy lifestyle?

A.Pollution.

B.Economic factors.

C.Dependence upon cars.

D.Influence of family or friends.

10. According to the author, _____ may be the most important factor influencing healthy lifestyles.

A. technology

B. cultural background

C. environment

D. the desire to be healthy

Passage B

Interest in pursuing international careers has soared in recent years, enhanced by chronic (长久的) personnel shortages that are causing companies to search beyond their home borders for talent.

Professionals seek career experience outside of their home countries for a variety of reasons. They may feel the need to recharge their batteries with a new challenge. They may want a position with more responsibility that encourages creativity and initiative. Or they may wish to expose their children to another culture, and the opportunity to learn a second language.

When applying for a job, one usually has to submit a resume or curriculum vitae (CV). The two terms generally mean the same thing: a one-or two-page document describing one’s educational qualifications and professional experience. However, guidelines for preparing a resume are constantly changing. The best advice is to find out what is appropriate regarding the corporate (公司) culture, the country culture, and the culture of the person making the hiring decision. The challenge will be to embrace two or more cultures in one document. The following list is a good place to start.

●“Educational requirements differ from country to country. In almost every case of ‘cross-border’job hunting, just stating the title of your degree will not bean adequate description. Provide the reader with details about your studies and any related experience.”

●Pay attention to the resume format you use-chronological or reverse-chronological order. Chronological order means listing your ‘oldest’ work experience first. Reverse-chronological order means listing your current or most recent experience first. Most countries have preferences about which format is most acceptable. If you find no specific guidelines, the general preference is for the reverse-chronological format.”

●If you are submitting your resume in English, find out if the recipient (收件人) uses British English or American English because there are variations between the two versions.