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2015年6月英语四级考试真题及答案(第1套)
2015年6月英语四级考试真题及答案(第1套)Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutesto write an essay based on the picture below.You should start your essay with a briefdescription of the picture and then comment on the kid's understanding of going toschool.You should write at least 120 words but no mo re than 180 words.Questions 13 to 15 are based on the conversation you have just heard.13.A.She learned playing the violin from a famous French musician.B.She dreamed of working and living in a European country.C.She read a lot about European musicians and their music.D.She listened to recordings of many European orchestras.14.A.She began taking violin lessons as a small child.B.She was a pupil of a famous European violinist.C.She gave her first performance with her father.D.She became a professional violinist at fifteen.15.A.It gave her a chance to explore the city.B.It was the chance of a lifetime.C.It was a great challenge to her.D.It helped her learn classical French music.Section BDirections: In this section, you will hear 3 short passages.At the end of each passage, you willhearsome questions.Both the passage and the questions will be spoken only once.After youheara 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 linethrough t he centre.Passage OneQuestions 16 to 18 are based on the passage you have just heard.16.A.There are mysterious stories behind his works.B.There are many misunderstandings about him.C.His works have no match worldwide.D.His personal history is little known.17.A.He moved to Stratford-on-Avon in his childhood.B.He failed to go beyond grammar school.C.He was a member of the town council.D.He once worked in a well-known acting company.18.A.Writers of his time had no means to protect their works.B.Possible sources of clues about him were lost in a fire.C.His works were adapted beyond recognition.D.People of his time had little interest in him.Passage TwoQuestions 19 to 21 are based on the passage you have just heard.19.A.Theft.B.Cheating.C.Air crash.D.Road accidents.20.A.Learn the local customs.B.Make hotel reservations.C.Book tickets well in advance.D.Have the right documents.21.A.Contact your agent.B.Get a lift if possible.e official transport.D.Have a friend meet you.Passage ThreeQuestions 22 to 25 are based on the passage you have just heard.22.A.Cut down production cost.B.Sell inexpensive products.C.Specialise in gold ornaments.D.Refine the taste of his goods.23.A.At a national press conference.B.During a live television interview.C.During a local sales promotion campaign.D.At a meeting of top British businesspeople.24.A.Insulted.B.Puzzled.C.Distressed.D.Discouraged.25.A.The words of some businesspeople are just rubbish.B.He who never learns from the past is bound to fail.C.There should be a limit to one's sense of humour.D.He is not laughed at, that laughs at himself first.Section CDirections: In this section, you will hear a passage three times.When the passage is read fo r thefirsttime, you should listen carefully for its general idea.When the passage is read for t hesecondtime, you are required to fill in the blanks with the exact words you have justheard.Finally,when the passage is read for the third time, you should check what youhave writt en.Looking at the basic biological systems, the world is not doing very well.Yet economicindica tors show the world is （26） Despite a slow start at the beginning of the eighties, globalec onomic output increased by more than a fifth during the （27） The economy grew, tradein creased, and millions of new jobs were created.How can biological indicators show the 28 o feconomic indicators?The answer is that the economic indicators have a basic fault: they show no differencebetw een resource uses that（29） progress and those uses that will hurt it.The main measureof economic progress is the gross national product (GNP).（30）, this totals the value of allgoods and services produced and subtracts loss in value of factories and equipment.Developed ahalf-century ago, GNP helped （31） a common wa y among countries of measuring change ineconomic output.For some time, this seemed to work （32 ）well, but serious weaknesses arenow appearing.As indicated earlier, GNP includes loss in va lue of factories and equipment, but itdoes not（33 ）the loss of natural resources, including nonrenewable resources such as oil orrenewable res ources such as forests.This basic fault can produce a（34 ）sense of national economic health.According to GNP,for example, countries that overcut for ests actually do better than those that preserve theirforests.The trees cut down are counte d as income but no subtraction is made for （35 ）theforests.Section ADirections: In this section, there is a passage with ten blanks.You are required to select on eword for each blank from a list of choices given in a word bank following the passage.Read thepassage through carefully before making your choices.Each choice in the bank is identified by aletter.Please mark the corresponding letter for each item on Answer Sheet2 with a single linethrough the centre.You may not use any of the words in the bank more than onc e.Questions 36 to 45 are based on the following passage.The U.S.Department of Education is making efforts to ensure that all students have equalac cess to a quality education.Today it is（36） the launch of the Excellent Educators for AllInitiative.The initiative will help states a nd school districts support great educators for thestudents who need them most."All children are（37 ）to a high-quality education regardless of their race, zip code orfamily income.It is （38 ）important that we provide teachers and principals the support theyneed to help students re ach their full （39）," U.S.Secretary of Education Arne Duncan said."Despite the excellent work and deep（40 ）of our nation's teachers and principals, students inhigh-poverty, high- minority schools are unfairly treated across our country.We have to dobetter.Local leaders and educators will （41 ）their own creative solutions, but we must worktogether to （42） our focus on how to bette r recruit, support and（43） effective teachersand principals for all students, especially the kids who need them most."Today's announcement is another important step forward in improving access to a qualitye ducation, a （44 ）of President Obama's year of ter today, Secretary Duncan will leada roundtable dis cussion with principals and school teachers from across the country about the（45 ）of working in high-need schools and how to adopt promising practices for supportinggreat e ducators in these schools.A.AnnouncingB.beneficialC.challengesmitmentponentF.contestsG.criticallyH.developI.distributingJ.enhanceK.entitledL.potentialM.properlyN.qualifiedO.retainSection BDirections: In this section, you are going to read a passage with ten statements attached to it.Eachstatement contains information given in one of the paragraphs.Identify the paragrap hfrom which the information is derived.You may choose a paragraph more than once.Eachp aragraph is marked with a letter.Answer the questions by marking thecorresponding letter onAnswer Sheet 2.The Changes Facing Fast FoodA)Fast-food firms have to be a thick-skinned bunch.Health experts regularly criticise thems everelyfor selling food that makes people fat.Critics even complain that McDonald's, whosel ogosymbolises calorie excess, should not have been allowed to sponsor the World Cup.Thes earethings fast-food firms have learnt to cope with.But not perhaps for much longer.Theburgerbusiness faces more pressure from regulators at a time when it is already adaptingstrat egies inresponse to shifts in the global economy.B)Fast food was once thought to be recession-proof.When consumers need to cut spending, the logicgoes, cheap meals like Big Macs and Whoppers become even more attractive.Such "trading down"proved true for much of the latest recession, when fast-food companies pick ed upcustomers who could no longer afford to eat at casual restaurants.Traffic was boosted inAmerica, the home of fast food, with discounts and promotions, such as $1 menus and c heapcombination meals.C)As a result, fast-food chains have weathered the recession better than their moreexpensi ve competitors.In 2009 sales at full-service restaurants in America fell by more than 6% , b ut total sales remained about the same at fast-food chains.In some markets, such as Japan ,France and Britain, total spending on fast food increased.Same-store sales in America atMc Donald's, the world's largest fast-food company, did not decline throughout thedownturn.Pa nera Bread, an American fast-food chain known for its fresh ingredients, performedwell, too , because it offers higher-quality food at lower prices than restaurants.D)But not all fast-food companies have been as fortunate.Many, such as Burger King, have seen sales fall.In a severe recession, while some people trade down to fast food, many oth erseat at home more frequently to save money.David Palmer, an analyst at UBS, a bank, s ayssmaller fast- food chains in America, such as Jack in the Box and Carl's Jr., have been h itparticularly hard in this downturn because they are competing with the global giantMcDon ald's, which increased spending on advertising by more than 7% last year as others cutbac k.E)Some fast-food companies also sacrificed their own profits by trying to give customersbet ter value.During the recession companies set prices low, hoping that once they had tempte dcustomers through the door they would be persuaded to order more expensive items.But i nmany cases that strategy did not st year Burger King franchisees (特许经营人)sued (起诉)the company over its double-cheeseburger promotion, claiming it was unfair for them to berepuired to sell these for $1 when they cost$1.10 to make.In May a judge ruled in favour ofBurger King.Nevertheless, the company may still be cursing its decision to promote chea pchoices over more expensive ones because items on its "value menu" now account for aro und20% of all sales, upfrom 12% last October.F)Analysts expect the fast-food industry to grow modestly this year.But the downturn isma kingcompanies rethink their strategies.Many are now introducing higher-priced items toenti ce (引诱)consumers away from $1 specials.KFC, a division of Yum! Brands, which also ownsTaco Belland Pizza Hut, has launched a chicken sandwich that costs around $5.And in MayBurger Kingintroduced barbecue (烧烤)pork ribs at $7 for eight.G)Companies are also trying to get customers to buy new and more items, includingdrinks. McDonald's started selling better coffee as a challenge to Starbucks.Its " McCafe" linenowac counts for an estimated 6% of sales in America.Starbucks has sold rights to its Seattle'sBes tcoffee brand to Burger King, which will start selling it later this year.H)As fast-food companies shift from "super size" to "more buys", they need to keepcustom er traffichigh throughout the day.Many see breakfast as a big opporttmity, and not justfor f atty food.McDonald's will start selling porridge (粥)in America next year.Breakfast has thep otential to bevery profitable, says Sara Senatore of Bernstein, a research firm, because the margins can be high.Fast-food companies are also adding midday and late-night snacks, su ch asblended drinks andwraps.The idea is that by having a greater range of things on the menu,"wecan sell to consumersproducts they want all day," says Rick Carucci., the .chief financial officerof Yum ! Brands.I)But what about those growing waistlines? So far, fast-food firms have cleverly avoidedgovernmentregulation.By providing healthy options, like salads and low-calorie sandwiches,th ey have at leastgiven the impression of doing something about helping to fight obesity (肥胖症).These offeringsare not necessarily loss-leaders, as they broaden the appeal of outlets to groups of diners thatinclude some people who don't want to eat a burger.But customers ca nnotbe forced to ordersalads instead of fries.J)In the future, simply offering a healthy option may not be good enough."Every packaged-food and restaurant company I know is concerned about regulation right now," saysMr.Pal mer of UBS.America's health-reform bill, which Congress passed this year, requiresrestaura nt chains with 20 ormore outlets to put the calorie-content of items they serve on themenu .A study by the NationalBureau of Economic Research, which tracked the effects onStarbuc ks of a similar calorie-postinglaw in New York City in 2007, found that the averagecalorie-c ount per transaction fell 6% andrevenue increased 3% at Starbucks stores where aDunldn Donuts outlet was nearby--a sign, it issaid, that menu-labelling could favour chainsthat hav e more healthy offerings.K)In order to avoid other legislation in America and elsewhere, fast-food companies willhav e tocontinue innovating (创新).Walt Riker of McDonald's claims the change it has made in itsmenumeans it offers more healthy items than it did a few years ago."We probably sell morevegetables,more milk, mo re salads, more apples than any restaurant business in the world," hesays.But therecent pr oposal by a county in California to ban McDonald's from including toys inits high-calorie"Ha ppy Meals", because legislators believe it attracts children to unhealthyfood, suggests there isa lot more left to do.46.Some people propose laws be made to stop McDonald's from attaching toys to its foods pecials for children.47.Fast-food finns may not be able to cope with pressures from food regulation in the nearf uture.48.Burger King will start to sell Seattle's Best coffee to increase sales.49.Some fast-food firms provide healthy food to give the impression they are helping totac kle the obesity problem.50.During the recession, many customers turned to fast food to save money.51.Many people eat out less often to save money in times of recession.52.During the recession, Burger King's promotional strategy of offering low-priced items oft enproved ineffective.53.Fast-food restaurants can make a lot of money by selling breakfast.54.Many fast-food companies now expect to increase their revenue by introducing higher-p riceditems.55.A newly-passed law asks big fast-food chains to specify the calorie count of what theyse rve on the menu.Section CDirections: There are 2 passages in this section.Each passage is followed by some question sorunfinished statements.For each of them there are four choices marked A., B), C.andD ). Youshould decide on the best choice and mark the corresponding letter on AnswerSheet 2 with asingle line through the centre.Passage OneQuestions 56 to 60 are based on the following passage.If you think a high-factor sunscreen (防晒霜)keeps you safe from harmful rays, you may bewrong.Research in this week's Nature sho ws that while factor 50 reduces the number ofmelanomas(黑瘤)and delays their occurrence, it can't prevent them.Melanomas are the mostaggressive sk in cancers.You have a higher risk if you have red or blond hair, fair skin, blue orgreen eyes, or sunburn easily, or if a close relative has had one.Melanomas are more common ifyou ha ve periodic intense exposure to the sun.Other skin cancers are increasingly likely withlong-t erm exposure.There is continuing debate as to how effective sunscreen is in reducing melanomas theevid ence is weaker than it is for preventing other types of skin cancer.A 2011 Australian studyo f 1,621 people found that people randomly selected to apply sunscreen daily had half the r ateof melanomas of people who used cream as needed.A second study, comparing 1,167 p eoplewith melanomas to 1,101 who didn't have the cancer, found that using sunscreen rout inely,alongside other protection such as hats,long sleeves or staying in the shade, did give someprotection.This study said other forms of sun protection not sunscreen seemed mostb eneficial.The study relied on people remembering what they had done over each decade oft heir lives, so it's not entirely reliable.But it seems reasonable to think sunscreen givespeopl e a false sense of security in the sun.Many people also don't use sunscreen properly applying insufficient amounts, failing toreap ply after a couple of hours and staying in the sun too long.It is sunburn that is mostworryin g recent research shows five episodes of sunburn in the teenage years increases the riskof all skin cancers.The good news is that a combination of sunscreen and covering up can reduce melanomara tes, as shown by Australian figures from their slip-slop-slap campaign.So if there is a heatw ave this summer, it would be best for us, too, to slip on a shirt, slop on (抹上)sunscreen andslap on a hat.56.What is people's common expectation of a high-factor sunscreen?A.It will delay the occurrence of skin cancer.B.It will protect them from sunburn.C.It will keep their skin smooth and fair.D.It will work for people of any skin color.57.What does the research in Nature say about a high-factor sunscreen?A.It is ineffective in preventing melanomas.B.It is ineffective in case of intense sunlight.C.It is ineffective with long-term exposure.D.It is ineffective for people with fair skin.58.What do we learn from the 2011 Australian study of 1,621 people?A.Sunscreen should be applied alongside other protection measures.B.High-risk people benefit the most from the application of sunscreen.C.Irregular application of sunscreen does women more harm than good.D.Daily application of sunscreen helps reduce the incidence of melanomas.59.What does the author say about the second Australian study?A.It misleads people to rely on sunscreen for protection.B.It helps people to select the most effective sunscreen.C.It is not based on direct observation of the subjects.D.It confirms the results of the first Australian study.60.What does the author suggest to reduce melanoma rates?ing both covering up and sunscreen.B.Staying in the shade whenever possible.ing covering up instead of sunscreen.D.Applying the right amount of sunscreen.Passage TwoQuestions 61 to 65 are based on the following passage.Across the rich world, well-educated people increasingly work longer than the less-skilled.S ome65% of American men aged 62-74 with a professional degree are in theworkforce, compared with32% of men with only a high-school certificate.This gap is part of adeepening divide between the well-educated well -off and the unskilled poor.Rapidtechnological advance has raised the incomes of the highly skilled while squeezing those of theunskilled.The consequences, for individuals and society, are profound.The world is facing an astonishing rise in the number of old people, and they will livelonger than ever before.Over the next 20 years the global population of those aged 65 ormore willalmost double, from 600 million to 1.1 billion.The experience of the 20th century,when gre ater longevity (长寿)translated into more years in retirement rather than more yearsat work, has persuaded many observers that this shift will lead to slower economic growth,while the swelling ranks of pensioners will create government budget problems.But the notion of a sharp division between the working young and the idle old misses a new trend, the growing gap between the skilled and the unskilled.Employment rates are fallinga mong younger unskilled people, whereas older skilled folk are working longer.The divide is most extreme in America, where well-educated baby-boomers (二战后生育高峰期出生的美国人)areputting off retirement while many less-skilled younger people have dropped out of th eworkforce.Policy is partly responsible.Many European governments have abandoned policies that used to encourage people to retire early.Rising life expectancy (预期寿命), combined with thereplacement of generous defmed-benefit pension plans with less gen erous defined-contribution ones, means that even the better-off must work longer to have a comfortableretirement.But the changing nature of work also plays a big role.Pay has risen sharply for thehighly educated, and those people continue to reap rich rewards into old ag e because thesedays the educated elderly are more productive than the preceding generati on.Technologicalchange may well reinforce that shift: the skills that complement computers , frommanagement knowhow to creativity, do not necessarily decline with age.61.What is happening in the workforce in rich countries?A.Younger people are replacing the elderly.B.Well-educated people tend to work longer.C.Unemployment rates are rising year after year.D.People with no college degree do not easily find work.62.What has helped deepen the divide between the well-off and the poor?A.Longer life expectancies.B.A rapid technological advance.C.Profound changes in the workforce.D.A growing number of the well-educated.63.What do many observers predict in view of the experience of the 20th century?A.Economic growth will slow down.ernment budgets will increase.C.More people will try to pursue higher education.D.There will be more competition in the job market.64.What is the result of policy changes in European countries?A.Unskilled workers may choose to retire early.B.More people have to receive in-service training.C.Even wealthy people must work longer to live comfortably in retirement.D.People may be able to enjoy generous defined-benefits from pension plans.65.What is characteristic of work in the 21st century?puters will do more complicated work.B.More will be taken by the educated young.C.Most jobs to be done will be the creative ones.D.Skills are highly valued regardless of age.Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutesto translate a passage from Chinese in to English.You should write your answer on Answer Sheet2.中国是世界上最古老的文明之一。
最全的2015年6月英语四级(三套)真题及答案分析
2015年6月英语四级真题答案完整版(试卷一)作文真题听力真题Short conversations1.W: I’m going to give up playing chess. I lost again today.M: Just because you lost? Is that any reason to quit?Q: What does the man imply?2.M: Do you know Sally’s new address? She’s got some mail here, and I’d like to forward it to her.W: Well, we’ve not been in touch for quite a while. Let’s see. Mary should know it.Q: What does the woman mean?3.W: I missed classes this morning. Could you please lend me your notes?M: My notes? You’ve never see my handwriting, have you?Q: What does the man imply?4.M: I’m taking my girlfriend to the fancy new restaurant for her birthday tonight.W: I went there last weekend, I found it rather disappointing.Q: What does the woman mean?5.W: Winter is over at last. Time to put away my gloves and boots.M: I’ve been waiting for this for months.Q: What does the man mean?6.W: Thank you for bringing the books back.M: I thought you need them over the weekend. Many thanks for letting me use them.Q: What do we learn from the conversation?7.W: Are you working flexible hours?M: No, I’m not. The weather today is so nice, so I decided to walk to work, and that meant I had to leave an hour earlier than usual.Q: What did the man decided to do?8.W: Our plane has been circling for a long time. Why the delay?M: The airport is closed for a while this morning, and things are still not back to normal.Q: What does the man mean?Long conversation长对话一Woman: Morning, this is TGC!Man: Good morning, Walter Barry here, calling from London. Could I speak to Mr. Grand, please?Woman: Who’s calling, please?Man: Walter Barry, from London.Woman: What is it about, please?Man: Well, I understand that your company has a chemical processing plant. My own company LCP, Liquid Control Products, is a leader in safety from leaks in the field of chemical processing. I’d like to speak to Mr. Grand to discuss ways in which we could help TGC to protect itself from such problems and save money at the same time.Woman: Yes, I see. Well, Mr. Grand is not available just now.Man: Can you tell me when I could reach him?Woman: He’s very busy for the next few days. Then he’ll be away in New York. So it’s difficult to give you a time.Man: Could I speak to someone else, perhaps?Woman: Who, in particular?Man: A colleague, for example?Woman: You are speaking to his personal assistance. I can deal with calls for Mr. Grand.Man: Yes, well, could I ring him tomorrow?Woman: No, I’m sorry, he won’t be free tomorrow. Listen, let me suggest something. You send us details of your products and services, together with references from other companies. And then we’ll contact you.Man: Yes, that’s very kind of you. I have your address.Woman: Very good, Mr…?Man: Barry. Walter Barry, from LCP in London.Woman: Right, Mr. Barry. We look forward to hearing from you.Man: Thank you, goodbye.Woman: Bye.9. What do we learn about the woman’s company?10. What do we learn about the man?11. What’s the woman’s position in her company?12. What does the woman suggest the man do?Long conversation长对话二Man: Miss Yamada, did you ever think that you would find yourself living and working in the western world?Woman: No, not really, although I’ve always listened to recordings of great orchestras from Europe.Man: So you enjoyed classical music even when you were very young?Woman: Oh, yes. I was an only child.Man: You were born in 1955, is that right?Woman: Yes, I began violin lessons at school when I was 6.Man: As young as that, did you like it?Woman: Oh, yes, very much.Man: When did you first play on your own? I mean, when did you give your first performance?Woman: I think I was 8…? No, Nine. I just had my birthday a week before, and my father had bought me a new violin. I played a small piece at the school concert.Man: Did you know then that you would become a professional violinist?Woman: Yes, I think so. I enjoy playing the violin very much, and I didn’t mind practicing, sometimes three or four hours a day.Man: And when did you first come to Europe?Woman: I was very lucky. When I was fifteen, I won a scholarship to a college in Paris. That was for a three-year course.Man: How did your parents feel about that?Woman: I think they were pleased and worried at the same time. It was the chance of a lifetime. But of course I would be thousands of miles from home. Anyway, I studied in Paris for three years and then went back to Tokyo.13. What do we know about the woman before she went to Europe?14. What does the woman say about her music experience?15. What does the woman say about her study in Paris?Spot DictationLooking at the basic biology systems, the world is not doing very well. Yet economic indicators show the world is prospering. Despite a slow start at the beginning of the eighties, global economic output increased by more than a fifth during the decade. The economy grew, trade increased, and millions of new jobs were created. How can biological indicators show the opposite of economic indicators?The answer is that the economic indicators have a basic fault: they show no difference between resources uses that sustain progress and those uses that will hurt it. The main measure of economic progress is the gross national product (GNP). In simple terms, this totals the value of all goods and services produced and subtracts loss in value of factories and equipment. Developed a half-century ago, GNP helped establish a common way among countries of measuring change in economic output. For some time, this seemed to work reasonably well, but serious weakness are now appearing. As indicated earlier, GNP includes loss in value of factories and equipment, but it does not take into account the loss of natural resources, including nonrenewable resources such as oil or renewable resources such as forests.This basic fault can produce a misleading sense of national economic health. According to GNP, for example, countries that overcut forest actually do better than those that preserve their forest. The trees cut down are counted as income but no subtraction is made for using up the forests.Passage OneWhat makes a person famous? This is a mystery that many people have carefully thought about. All kinds of myths surround the lives of well-known people.Most people are familiar with the works of William Shakespeare, one of the greatest English writers of the 16th and 17th centuries. Yet how many know Shakespeare the person, the man behind the works?After centuries of research, scholars are still trying to discover Shakespeare's personal history. It is not easily found in his writings. Authors of the time could not protect their works. An acting company, for example, could change a play if they wanted to. Nowadays, writers have copyrights that protect their work.Many myths arose about Shakespeare. Some said he had no formal education. Others believe that he began his career by tending the horses of wealthy men. All of these myths are interesting, but are they true? Probably not. Shakespeare's father was a respected man in Stratford-on-Avon, a member of the town council. He sent young William to grammar school. Most people of Elizabethan times did not continue beyond grammar school; so, Shakespeare did have, at least, an average education.Some parts of Shakespeare's life will always remain unknown. The Great London Fire of l666 burned many important documents that could have been a source of clues. We will always be left with many questions and few facts.Question16 What does the speaker say about William Shakespeare?Question 17 What do we learn about Shakespeare's father?Question 18 Why does the speaker say parts of Shakespeare's life will remain a mystery? Passage TwoWherever you go and for whatever reason, it's important to be safe. While the majority of people you will meet when travelling are sure to be friendly and welcoming, there are dangers-theft being the most common.Just as in your home country, do not expect everyone you meet to be friendly and helpful. It's important to prepare for your trip in advance and to take precautions while you are travelling. As you prepare for your trip, make sure you have the right paperwork. You don't want to get to your destination only to find you have the wrong visa, or worse, that your passport isn't valid any more. Also, make sure you travel with proper medical insurance, so that if you are sick or injured during your travels, you will be able to get treatment. If you want to drive while you are abroad, make sure you have an international driver's license.When you get to your destination, use official transport. Always go to bus and taxi stands. Don't accept rides from strangers who offer you a lift. If there is no meter in the taxi, agree on a price before you get in. If you prefer to stay in cheap hotels while travelling, make sure you can lock the door of your room from the inside. Finally, remember to smile. It's the friendliest and most sincere form of communication, and is sure to be understood in any part of the world!Question 19 What is mentioned as a most common danger when people go travelling abroad?Question 20 What is the most important thing to do when you prepare for your trip abroad?Question 21 What does the speaker suggest you do when you arrive at your destination? Passage 3The British are supposed to be famous for laughing at themselves, but even their sense of humour has a limit, as the British retailer Gerald Ratner found out to his cost. When Ratner took over his father's chain of 130 jewelry shops in 1984, he introduced a very clear company policy. He decided that his shops should sell down market products at the lowest possible prices. It was a great success. The British public loved his cheap gold earrings and his tasteless silver ornaments. By 1991, Ratner's company had 2,400 shops and it was worth over 680 million pounds. But in April of that year, Gerald Ratner made a big mistake. At a big meeting of top British businesspeople, he suited up and explained the secret of his success. People say "How can we sell our goods for such a low price?" I say "Because they are absolute rubbish." His audience roared with laughter. But the British newspapers and the British public were not so amused. People felt insulted and stayed away from Ratner's shops. Sales fell and 6 months after his speech, Ratner's share price had fallen by 42%. The following year, things got worse and Gerald Ratner was forced to resign. By the end of 1992, he lost his company, his career and his house. Even worse, 25,000 of his employees had lost their jobs. It had been a very expensive joke.Question 22 What did Gerald Ratner decide to do when he took over his father's shops?Question 23 On what occasion did Gerald Ratner explained the secret of his success?Question 24 How did people feel when they leaned of Gerald Ratner's remarks?Question 25 What does the story of Gerald Ratner suggest?翻译真题在西方人心目中，和中国联系最为密切的基本食物是大米。
2015年6月大学英语四级考试真题参考答案word版
2015年6月大学英语四级考试真题答案第一部分听力答案Short Conversations :1-8 DCBAABACConversion one: 9-12 DCBCConversion two: 13-15 DABPassage One: 16-18 DCBPassage Two: 19-21 ADCPassage 3: 22-25 BDAC填空:26. prospering 27. decade 28.opposite29. sustain 30. In simple terms31. establish 32. reasonably 33.take into account 34. misleading35. using up第二部分阅读选词填空答案：36. A assests 37. E. excellent 38. L origin 39. N up-to-date 40. B attend 41.G guidelines 42. C aware 43. H involved 44. D especially 45. O volunteering 阅读答案：46-55 ONMDJ CEHFL阅读选择题答案56-65 BCACD BCABD写作：The Impact of Mobile Phone Use on EducationThe presented picture reflects a common trend in the way people are educated nowadays. In this picture, the mother is going to walk her son to school. But according to the son, he doesn’t really need to go to school since the phone in hishand already knows everything. The picture reveals the impact of mobile phone use on education.Can mobile phone replace traditional class in school? I don’t think so. First of all, students can develop their own way and habit of learning under the guidance of the teachers, which can benefit their life-long learning. Secondly, every subject of education in school is systematic, such as Chinese, mathematics, science and philosophy. Education should not be considered as information fragments that we randomly collect on the mobile phones. Last but not least, students can have exact face-to-face communication with their teachers and classmates, which will help to cultivate their communicative abilities.In conclusion, mobile phone use is a convenient way of obtaining information, but it is still necessary that we attend school to get formal education.翻译：China is one of the oldest civilizations in the world. Many elements that make up the foundation of the modern world originated in China. China now is the world's fastest growing economy, and is experiencing a new industrial revolution. China has also launched an ambitious space exploration program which includes a space station in 2020. At present, China is the world's largest exporter, and is attracting a lot of foreign investment. At the same time, it is also investing billions of dollars abroad. In 2011, China overtook Japan to become the world's second largest economy.。
2015年6月四级听力真题及答案（第三套）
2015年6⽉四级听⼒真题及答案（第三套） Section A Directions : In this section, you will hear 8 short conversations and 2 long conversations. At the end ofeach conversation, one or more questions will be asked about what was said. Both theconversation and the questions will be spoken only once. After each question there will bea pause. During the pause, you must read the four choices marked A, B, C. and D,and decide which is the best answer.Then mark the corresponding letter on AnswerSheet I with a single line through the centre. 1.A. The woman is the manager's secretary. B. The man found himself in a wrong place. C. The man is the manager's business associate. D. The woman was putting up a sign on the wall. 2.A. He needs more time for the report. B. He needs help to interpret the data. C. He is sorry not to have helped the woman. D. He does not have sufficient data to go on. 3.A. A friend from New York. B. A message from Tony. C. A postal delivery. D. A change in the weather. 4. A. She is not available until the end of next week. B. She is not a reliable source of information. C. She does not like taking exams. D. She does not like psychology. 5. A. He will help the woman carry the suitcase. B. The woman's watch is twenty minutes fast. C. The woman shouldn't make such a big fuss. D. There is no need for the woman to be in a hurry. 6.A. Mary is not so easygoing as her. B. Mary and she have a lot in conmon. C. She finds it hard to get along with Mary. D. She does not believe what her neighborssaid. 7.A. At an information service. B. At a car wash point. C. At a repair shop. D. At a dry cleaner's. 8. A. The woman came to the concert at the man's request. B. The man is already fed up with playing the piano. C. The piece of music the man played is very popular. D. The man's unique talents are the envy of many people. Questions 9 to 12 are based on the conversation you have just heard. 9. A. He has taught Spanish for a couple of years at a local school. B. He worked at the Brownstone Company for several years. C. He owned a small retail business in Michigan years ago. D. He has been working part-time in a school near Detroit. 10. A. He prefers a full-time job with more responsibility. B. He is eager to find a job with an increased salary. C. He likes to work in a company close to home. D. He would rather get a less demanding job. 11.A. Sports. B. Travel. C. Foreign languages. D. Computer games. 12. A. When he is supposed to start work. B. What responsibilities he would have. C. When he will be informed about his application. D. What career opportunities her company can offer. Questions 13 to 15 are based on the conversation you have just heard. 13.A. She is pregnant. B. She is over 50. C. She has just finished her project. D. She is a good saleswoman. 14.A. He takes good care of Lisa. B. He is the CEO of a giant company. C. He is good at business management. D. He works as a sales manager. 15. A. It is in urgent need of further development. B. It produces goods popular among local people. C. It has been losing market share in recent years. D. It is well positioned to compete with the giants. Section B Directions: In this section, you will hoar 3 short passages. At tho end of each passage, you will hoar some questions. Both the passage and tho questions will be spoken only once. After youhoar a question, you must choose tho best answer from the four choices marked A, B,C. and D. Then mark tho corresponding letter on Answer Sheet I with a single linethrough tho centre. Passage One Questions 16 to 19 are based on the passage you have just heard. 16.A. It is lined with tall trees. B. It was widened recently. C. It has high buildings on both sides. D. It used to be dirty and disorderly. 17.A. They repaved it with rocks. B. They built public restrooms on it. C. They beautified it with plants. D. They set up cooking facilities near it. 18.A. What makes life enjoyable. B. How to work with tools. C. What a community means. D. How to improve health. 19. A. They were obliged to fulfill the signed contract. B. They were encouraged by the city officials' praise. C. They wanted to prove they were as capable as boys. D. They derived happiness from the constructive work. Passage Two Questions 20 to 22 are based on the passage you have just heard. 20. A. The majority of them think it less important than computers: B. Many of them consider it boring and old-fashioned. C. The majority of them find it interesting. D. Few of them read more than ten books a year. 21.A. Novels and stories. B. Mysteries and detective stories. C. History and science books. D. Books on culture and tradition. 22.A. Watching TV. B. Listening to music. C. Reading magazines. D. Playing computer games. Passage Three Questions 23 to 25 are based on the passage you have just heard. 23. A. Advice on the purchase of cars. B. Information about the new green-fuel vehicles. C. Trends for the development of the motor car. D. Solutions to global fuel shortage. 24.A. Limited driving range. B. Huge recharging expenses. C. The short life of batteries. D. The unaffordable high price. 25. A. They need to be further improved. B. They can easily switch to natural gas. C. They are more cost-effective than vehicles powered by solar energy. D. They can match conventional motor cars in performance and safety. Section C Directions: In this section, you will hoar a passage three times. When tho passage is read for tho first time, you should listen carefully for its general idea. When tho passage is read for tho second time, you are required to fill in tho blanks with tho exact words you have just hoard. Finally, when tho passage is read for tho third time, you should chock what you have written. My favorite TV. show? "The Twilight Zone. " I(26)like the episode called "The Printer'sDevil. " It's about a newspaper editor who's being(27) out of business by a big newspapersyndicate--you know, a group of papers(28)by the same people.He's about to(29)when he's interrupted by an old man who says his name is Smith. The editor is not only offered $ 5,000 to pay off his newspaper's(30), but this Smith character also offers hisservices for free. It turns out that the guy operates the printing machine with amazing speed, and soon he's turning out newspapers with31 The small paper is successful again. The editor is/(32)athow quickly Smith gets his stories--only minutes after they happen--but soon he's presented with acontract to sign. Mr. Smith, it seems, is really the devil! The editor is frightened by this news, but he is more frightened by the idea of losing his newspaper, so he agrees to sign. But soon Smith is(33)the news even before it happens--and it's all terrible--one disaster after another. Anyway, there is a little more to tell, but I don't want to(34)the story for you. I really like these old episodes of "The Twilight Zone" because the stories are fascinating. They are not realistic. But then again, in a way they are, because they deal with(35). 1-8 BACBDADC 9-12 BABC 13-15 ADA 16-19 DCBD 20-22 CAB 23-25 CAD 26. especiallyc 27. driven 28. owned mitsuicide 30. debts 31.shockingheadlinesc 32. amazed 33. reporting 34.trill 35. human nature作⽂预测：作⽂模板：CET4考试：成绩查询：CET4真题：CET4答案：。
2015年6月英语四级听力试题原文及解析
201 5年6月英语四级听力试题及解析Short conversation1.W: Tom, would you be interested in serving on the membership committee this year? M: Can I get back to you on that in a few day?Q: What does the man mean?解析：关注男士说的get back to you on that.2.W: We should buy a good guidebook and study it before I trip to Vancouver.M: We could, but they are over priced. What about the library?Q: What does the man mean?解析：男士意味guidebook are overpriced，不准备买，而是去library.3.W: You took a history course this term, didn’t you? What can you say about it?M: Well, the trouble is that I never get through the weekly readinglist, though some books are quite interesting.Q: What does the man mean?解析；男士认为some books are quite interesting，但是他I never get through the weekly reading list。
4 M: I’m taking my girlfriend to the fancy new restaurant for her birthday tonight.W: I went there last weekend. I found it rather disappointing.Q: What does the woman mean?解析：女士上周去过了那家新餐厅，认为disappointing。
2015年6月英语四级答案完整版
2015年6月英语四级答案完整版一、听力（35题，35分）Short Conversations 1. A. The woman should go on playing chess. 2. D. Mary probably knows Sally’s new address. 3. B. His notes are not easy to read. 4. D. The man had better choose another restaurant. 5 .C. He has been looking forward to spring. 6. B. The man appreciates the woman’s help. 7. B. Go to work on foot. 8. A. Temporary closing has disturbed the airport’s operation. Conversion one 9. C. It has a chemical processing plant. 10. D. He’s a salesman. 11.C. Mr. Grand’s personal assistance. 12. B. Provide details of their products and services. Conversion two 13. A. She listened to recordings of many European orchestras. 14. D. She began taking violin lessons as a small child. 15. A. It was the chance of a lifetime. Passage One 16. B) His personal history is little known. 17. D) He was a member of the town council. 18. C) Possible sources of clues about him were lost in a fire. Passage Two 19. A) Theft. 20. B) Have the right documents. 21. B) Use official transport. Passage 3 22. C) Sell inexpensive products. 23. A) At a meeting of top British businesspeople. 24. D) Insulted. 25. B) There should be a limit to one's sense of humour 填空: 26. prospering 27. decade 28. opposite 29. sustain 30. In simple terms 31. establish 32. reasonably 33. take into account 34. misleading 35. using up 分） 二、选词填空（10题，5分）第一套选词填空：第一套选词填空：36 announcing 37 entitled 38 critically 39 potential 40commitment 41develop 42enhance 43retain 44component 45challenges 第二套选词填空：第二套选词填空：36 assets 37 excellent 38 origin 39 up-to-date 40 attend 41 guidelines 42 aware 43 involved 44 especially 45 volunteering 三、匹配和阅读(各1分，共10分) 第一套段落信息匹配：第一套段落信息匹配：文章是：essay-grading software offers professors a break. 46-55 FBMCE QGPJD 四、仔细阅读(（各2分，共20分) 第一套仔细阅读：第一套仔细阅读：56. B) It will protect them from sunburn 57. A) It is ineffective in preventing melanomas 58. 58. D) D) D) Daily Daily Daily application application application of of of sunscreen sunscreen sunscreen helps helps helps reduce reduce reduce the the the incidence incidence incidence of of melanomas 59. C) It is not based on direct observation of the subjects 60. A) A Using both covering up and sunscreen. 61. B) Well-educated people tend to work longer. 62. B) A rapid technological advance. 63. A) Economic growth will slow down. 64. 64. C) C) C) Even Even Even wealthy wealthy wealthy people people people must must must work work work longer longer longer to to to live live live comfortably comfortably comfortably in in retirement. 65. D) Skills are highly valued regardless of age. 第二套仔细阅读：第二套仔细阅读：61. A ）More men taking an extended parental leave. 62. C) Their number is too small to make a difference. 63. A) A long leave will have a negative impact on their career. 64. C) Surprise 第三套仔细阅读第三套仔细阅读61. C) The decline of the grain yield growth. 62. 62. A) A) A) Their Their Their self-sufficiency self-sufficiency is is vital vital vital to to to the the the stability stability stability of of of world world world food food markets. 63. D) They focus more on the increase of animal feed than human food grains. 64. D) The world will be able to feed its population without increasing farmland. 65. B) It is based on a doubtful assumption. 五、翻译（整体给分，共15分）分）第一套第一套中国是世界上最古老的文明之一.构成现代世界基础的许多元素都起源于中国.中国现在拥有世界上发展最快的经济,并正经历着一次新的工业革命中国还启动了雄心勃勃的太空探索计划,其中包括到2020年建成一个太空站. 目前，中国是世界上最大的出口国之一，并正在吸引大量外国投资。
2015年6月英语四级考试真题(第一套).doc
2015年6月大学英语四级考试真题（第1套)Part I Writing（30 minutes)Directions： For this part， you are allowed 30 minutes to write an essay based on the picture below。
You should start your essay with a brief description of the picture and then comment on the kid's understanding of going to school.You should write at least 120 words but no more than 180 words.“Why am I going to school if my phone already knows everything?”Part II Listening Comprehension(30 minutes)听力音频地址:http://wximg。
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com/attached/media/20151113/20151113103125_1575.mp3Section ADirections ： In this section, you will hear 8 short conversations and 2 long conversations。
At the end ofeach conversation， one or more questions will be asked about what was said。
Both theconversation and the questions will be spoken only once。
After each question there will bea pause。
2015年6月英语四级考试真题与答案(卷一完整版)
2015年6月英语四级考试真题及答案(卷一完整版)范文：Writing：家长角色There are several possible reasons accountable for this phenomenon(中心句). T o begin with, family in growing numbers has only one child; therefore, parents oft entimes focus all their attentions on that child and exert much pressure on him o r her(原因一). Moreover, numerous parents intend to realize their unfulfilled dream s by letting their children learn what they failed to learn and apply for the colleg e by which they failed to be accepted, because they have become richer and the y believe that they have the power to make what they wanted and want come tr ue now(原因二). For instance, my uncle used to be a poor man and his dream th at one day he would become a violinist was broken because of lack of money. B ut he made a fortune by selling coals, and then forced his son, my younger brot her to practice playing violin. My brother was a huge fan of sports, but now he has to play violin everyday unwillingly and ofter quarrels with their parents(举例：原来-然后-结局).To sum up, it is unreasonable for parents to control their children’s life(总结句). In order to help them grow happily and healthily, parents are supposed to co mmunicate with their kids about what they are really interested in(建议一，目的句型). Meanwhile, it is about time that parents let their kids make their own choices(建议二，“是时候”句型). Only in these ways will children grow in a psychologically happy environment and realize their own dreams.短对话原文（周祖骏）1．W: I am going to give up playing chess, I lost again today.M: Just because you lost? Is that any reason to quit?Q: What does the man imply?2．M: Do you know Shirley’s new address? She’s got some mail here and I’d like to fold it to her.W: Well, we’ve not been in touch for quit a while. Let’s see, Marry should know it? Q: What does the women mean?3.W: I missed the classes this morning could you please lent me your notes?M: My notes? You’ve never seem my hand writing, have you?Q: What does the man imply?4.M: I am taking my girlfriend to the fancy new restaurant for her birthday tonight. W: I went there last weekend and I found it rather disappointing.Q: What does the women mean?5.W: Winter is over at last, time to put away my gloves and boots.M: I ‘ve been waiting for this for months.Q: What does the man mean?6.W: Thank you for bringing the books back.M: I thought you need them over the weekend, many thanks for let me use them. Q: What do we learn from conversation？7.W: Are you working flexible hours?M: No I am not, The weather today is so nice, so I decided to walk to work and that meant I have to leave an hour earlier than usual.Q: What does the man decide to do?8.W: Our plane has been circling for a long time, we could delay.M: The airport was closed for a while this morning and things are still not back to normal.Q: What does the man mean?短对话答案解析（孙祥喆）【总评】：8 个短对话总体来说比以往四级听力要难，但是考察水平令人叹服。
2015年6月(1)英语四级真题
2015年6月（第一套）英语四级听力Part ⅡSection ADirections:In this section, you will hear three new reports. At the end of each news reports, you will hear two or three questions. Both the news reports 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 Sheet1 with a single line through the centre.注意：此部分试题请在答题卡1上作答。
Questions 1 and 2 will be based on the following news item.1. A) 2 dollarsB) 100 dollarsC) 1 982 dollarsD) 60, 000 dollars2.A) The thieves stole the book with no body there.B) The thieves stole the book with the writer thereC) The thieves stole the book with employees（员工）and guards （保安）thereD) The thieves stole the book with the police thereQuestions 3 and 4 will be based on the following news item.3.A) The bus skidded off （滑离；滑出）the icy bridgeB) The prisoners fought against （反抗）the prison staffC) The driver drank too muchD) The brake system broke down（出故障）4. A)8B)10C) 12D) 15Questions 5 to 7 will be based on the following news item.5.A) Concerns about migrant riots（暴乱）B) Concerns about migrant drowning（溺水；淹没）C) Concerns about migrant family.D) Concerns about migrant education.6.A) 28B) 96C) 700D) 1, 5007.A) The Europeans are nice.B) The sea is comparatively（相对地）smallC) The weather is good.D) The rescuers are well-trained.（训练有素的）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 the choices marked A ), B), C),and D). Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet1 with a single line through the centre.注意：此部分试题请在答题卡1上作答。
2015年6月英语四级考试真题(第一套).doc
2015年6月大学英语四级考试真题(第1套）Part I Writing(30 minutes）Directions: For this part， you are allowed 30 minutes to write an essay based on the picture below。
You should start your essay with a brief description of the picture and then comment on the kid’s understanding of going to school.You should write at least 120 words but no more than 180 words。
“Why am I going to school if my phone already knows everything？”Part II Listening Comprehension(30 minutes）听力音频地址:http：//wximg。
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com/attached/media/20151113/20151113103125_1575.mp3Section ADirections : In this section， you will hear 8 short conversations and 2 long conversations.At the end ofeach conversation， one or more questions will be asked about what was said.Both theconversation and the questions will be spoken only once.After each question there will bea pause.During the pause， you must read the four choices marked A., B）， C。
6月英语四级听力真题(第一套)学习资料
2015年6月英语四级听力真题(第一套)Section ADirections : In this section, you will hear 8 short conversations and 2 long conversations.At the end ofeach conversation, one or more questions will be asked about what was said.Both theconversation and the questions will be spoken only once.After each question there will bea pause.During the pause, you must read the four choices marked A., B), C.and D),and decide which is the best answer.Then mark the corresponding letter on AnswerSheet 1 with a single line through the centre.1.A.He will give the woman some tips on the game.B.The woman has good reason to quit the game.C.He is willing to play chess with the woman.D.The woman should go on playing chess.2.A.The man can forward the mail to Mary.B.She can call Mary to take care of the mail.C.Mary probably knows Sally's new address.D.She would like to resume contact with Sally.3.A.His handwriting has a unique style.B.His notes are not easy to read.C.He did not attend today's class.D.He is very pleased to be able to help.4.A.The man had better choose another restaurant.B.The new restaurant is a perfect place for dating.C.The new restaurant caught her fancy immediately.D.The man has good taste in choosing the restaurant.5.A.He has been looking forward to spring.B.He has been waiting for the winter sale.C.He will clean the woman's boots for spring.D.He will help the woman put things away.6.A.The woman is rather forgetful.B.The man appreciates the woman's help.C.The man often lends books to the woman.D.The woman often works overtime at weekends.7.A.Go to work on foot.B.Take a sightseeing trip.C.Start work earlier than usual.D.Take a walk when the weather is nice.8.A.The plane is going to land at another airport.B.All flights have been delayed due to bad weather.C.Temporary closing has disturbed the airport's operation.D.The airport's management is in real need of improvement. Questions 9 to 12 are based on the conversation you have just heard.9.A.It specializes in safety from leaks.B.It is headquartered in London.C.It has a partnership with LCP.D.It has a chemical processing plant.10.A.He is Mr.Grand's friend.B.He is a safety inspector.C.He is a salesman.D.He is a chemist.11.A.Director of the safety department.B.Mr.Grand's personal assistant.C.Head of the personnel department.D.The public relations officer.12.A.Walt for Mr.Grand to call back.B.Leave a message for Mr.Grand.C.Provide details of their products and services.D.Send a comprehensive description of their work.Questions 13 to 15 are based on the conversation you have just heard.13.A.She learned playing the violin from a famous French musician.B.She dreamed of working and living in a European country.C.She read a lot about European musicians and their music.D.She listened to recordings of many European orchestras.14.A.She began taking violin lessons as a small child.B.She was a pupil of a famous European violinist.C.She gave her first performance with her father.D.She became a professional violinist at fifteen.15.A.It gave her a chance to explore the city.B.It was the chance of a lifetime.C.It was a great challenge to her.D.It helped her learn classical French music.Section BDirections: In this section, you will hear 3 short passages.At the end of each passage, you will hearsome questions.Both the passage and the questions will be spoken only once.After youhear a question, you must choose the best answer from the four choices marked A., B),C.andD ).Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 1 with a single linethrough the centre.Passage OneQuestions 16 to 18 are based on the passage you have just heard.16.A.There are mysterious stories behind his works.B.There are many misunderstandings about him.C.His works have no match worldwide.D.His personal history is little known.17.A.He moved to Stratford-on-Avon in his childhood.B.He failed to go beyond grammar school.C.He was a member of the town council.D.He once worked in a well-known acting company.18.A.Writers of his time had no means to protect their works.B.Possible sources of clues about him were lost in a fire.C.His works were adapted beyond recognition.D.People of his time had little interest in him.Passage TwoQuestions 19 to 21 are based on the passage you have just heard.19.A.Theft.B.Cheating.C.Air crash.D.Road accidents.20.A.Learn the local customs.B.Make hotel reservations.C.Book tickets well in advance.D.Have the right documents.21.A.Contact your agent.B.Get a lift if possible.e official transport.D.Have a friend meet you.Passage ThreeQuestions 22 to 25 are based on the passage you have just heard.22.A.Cut down production cost.B.Sell inexpensive products.C.Specialise in gold ornaments.D.Refine the taste of his goods.23.A.At a national press conference.B.During a live television interview.C.During a local sales promotion campaign.D.At a meeting of top British businesspeople.24.A.Insulted.B.Puzzled.C.Distressed.D.Discouraged.25.A.The words of some businesspeople are just rubbish.B.He who never learns from the past is bound to fail.C.There should be a limit to one's sense of humour.D.He is not laughed at, that laughs at himself first.Section CDirections: In this section, you will hear a passage three times.When the passage is read for the firsttime, you should listen carefully for its general idea.When the passage is read for thesecond time, you are required to fill in the blanks with the exact words you have justheard.Finally, when the passage is read for the third time, you should check what youhave written.Looking at the basic biological systems, the world is not doing very well.Yet economic indicators show the world is (26) Despite a slow startat the beginning of the eighties, global economic output increased by more than a fifth during the (27) The economy grew, trade increased, and millions of new jobs were created.How can biological indicators show the 28 of economic indicators?The answer is that the economic indicators have a basic fault: they show no difference between resource uses that( 29) progress and those uses that will hurt it.The main measure of economic progress is the gross national product (GNP). (30) , this totals the value of all goods and services produced and subtracts loss in value of factories and equipment.Developed a half-century ago, GNP helped (31) a common way among countries of measuring change in economic output.For some time, this seemed to work (32 )well, but serious weaknesses are now appearing.As indicated earlier, GNP includes loss in value of factories and equipment, but it does not( 33 )the loss of natural resources, including nonrenewable resources such as oil or renewable resources such as forests.This basic fault can produce a( 34 )sense of national economic health.According to GNP, for example, countries that overcut forests actually do better than those that preserve their forests.The trees cut down are counted as income but no subtraction is made for (35 )the forests.答案1.D)。
【英语四级必看】2015年06月英语四级听力真题+答案
Part II Listening Comprehension (30 minutes)Section ADirections: In this section, you will bear 8 short conversations and 2 long conversations. At the end of each conversation, one or more questions will be asked about what was said. Both the conversation and the questions will be spoken only once. After each questions there will be a pause. During the pause, you must read the four choices marked A), B),C) and D), and decide which is the best answer. Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer sheet 1 with a single line through the center.注意：此部分试题请在答题卡1上作答。
1. A) He is pleased to sit on the committee C) He will tell the woman his decision laterB) He is willing to offer the woman a hand D) He would like to become a club member2. A) Their planned trip to Vancouver is obviously overpricedB) They should borrow a guide book instead of buying oneC ) The guide books in the library have the latest informationD) The library can help order guide books about Vancouver3. A) He regrets having taken the history courseB) He finds little interests in history booksC) He has trouble finishing his reading assignmentsD) He has difficulty in writing the weekly book report4. A) The man had better choose another restaurantB) The new restaurant is a perfect place for datingC) The new restaurant caught her fancy immediatelyD) The man has good taste in choosing the restaurant5. A) He has been looking forward to sping C)He will clean the woman’s boots for springC) He has been waiting for the winter sale D) He will help the woman put things away6. A) A t a tailor’s C) In a cloth storeB) At Bob’s home D) In a theatre7. A) His guests favors Tibetan drinks C) Mineral water is good for healthB) His water is quite extraordinary D) Plain water will serve the purpose8. A) Report the result of a discussion C) Submit an important documentationB) Raise some environmental issues D) Revise an environmental reportQuestions 9 to 12 are based on the conversation you have just heard.9. A) They pollute the soil used to cover themB) They are harmful to nearby neighborhoodsC) The rubbish in them takes long to dissolveD) The gas they emit is extremely poisonous10. A) Growing populations C) Changed eating habitsB) Packaging materials D) Lower production cost11. A) By saving energy C) By reducing poisonous wastesB) By using less aluminum D) By making the most of materials12. A) We are running out of natural resources soonB) Only combined efforts can make a differenceC) The waste problem will eventually hurt all of usD) All of us can actually benefit from recyclingQuestions 13 to 15 are based on the conversation you have just heard.13. A) Miami C) BellinghamB) Vancouver D) Boston14. A) To get information on one-way tickets to CanadaB) To inquire about the price of “Super saver ” seatsC) To get advice on how to fly as cheaply as possibleD) To inquire about the shortest route to drive home15. A) Join a tourist group C) Avoid trips in public holidaysB) Choose a major airline D) Book tickets as early as possibleSection BDirections: In this section, you will hear 3 short passages. At the end of each passage, you will hear some questions. Both the passage and the questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a question, you must choose the best answer from the four choices marketed A), B),C) and D). Then marked the correspond letter on Answer sheet I with a single line through the centre.注意：此部分试题请在答题卡1上作答。
2015年6月英语四级听力材料第一套
2015年6月英语四级听力材料第一套Part II Listening Comprehension (30 minutes)听力试题Section ADirections: In this section, you will bear 8 short conversations and 2 long conversations. At the end of each conversation, one or more questions will be asked about what was said. Both the conversation and the questions will be spoken only once. After each questions there will be a pause. During the pause, you must read the four choices marked A), B),C) and D), and decide which is the best answer. Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer sheet 1 with a single line through the center.1.A.He will give the woman some tips on the game.B.The woman has good reason to quit the game.C.He is willing to play chess with the woman.D.The woman should go on playing chess.2.A.The man can forward the mail to Mary.B.She can call Mary to take care of the mail.C.Mary probably knows Sally's new address.D.She would like to resume contact with Sally.3.A.His handwriting has a unique style.B.His notes are not easy to read.C.He did not attend today's class.D.He is very pleased to be able to help.4.A.The man had better choose another restaurant.B.The new restaurant is a perfect place for dating.C.The new restaurant caught her fancy immediately.D.The man has good taste in choosing the restaurant.5.A.He has been looking forward to spring.B.He has been waiting for the winter sale.C.He will clean the woman's boots for spring.D.He will help the woman put things away.6.A.The woman is rather forgetful.B.The man appreciates the woman's help.C.The man often lends books to the woman.D.The woman often works overtime at weekends.7.A.Go to work on foot.B.Take a sightseeing trip.C.Start work earlier than usual.D.T ake a walk when the weather is nice.8.A.The plane is going to land at another airport.B.All flights have been delayed due to bad weather.C.Temporary closing has disturbed the airport's operation.D.The airport's management is in real need of improvement.Questions 9 to 12 are based on the conversation you have just heard.9.A.It specializes in safety from leaks.B.It is headquartered in London.C.It has a partnership with LCP.D.It has a chemical processing plant.10.A.He is Mr.Grand's friend.B.He is a safety inspector.C.He is a salesman.D.He is a chemist.11.A.Director of the safety department.B.Mr.Grand's personal assistant.C.Head of the personnel department.D.The public relations officer.12.A.Walt for Mr.Grand to call back.B.Leave a message for Mr.Grand.C.Provide details of their products and services.D.Send a comprehensive description of their work.Questions 13 to 15 are based on the conversation you have just heard.13.A.She learned playing the violin from a famous French musician.B.She dreamed of working and living in a European country.C.She read a lot about European musicians and their music.D.She listened to recordings of many European orchestras.14.A.She began taking violin lessons as a small child.B.She was a pupil of a famous European violinist.C.She gave her first performance with her father.D.She became a professional violinist at fifteen.15.A.It gave her a chance to explore the city.B.It was the chance of a lifetime.C.It was a great challenge to her.D.It helped her learn classical French music.Section BDirections: In this section, you will hear 3 short passages.At the end of each passage, you will hearsome questions.Both the passage and the questions will be spoken only once.After youhear 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 linethrough the centre.Passage OneQuestions 16 to 18 are based on the passage you have just heard.16.A.There are mysterious stories behind his works.B.There are many misunderstandings about him.C.His works have no match worldwide.D.His personal history is little known.17.A.He moved to Stratford-on-Avon in his childhood.B.He failed to go beyond grammar school.C.He was a member of the town council.D.He once worked in a well-known acting company.18.A.Writers of his time had no means to protect their works.B.Possible sources of clues about him were lost in a fire.C.His works were adapted beyond recognition.D.People of his time had little interest in him.Passage TwoQuestions 19 to 21 are based on the passage you have just heard.19.A.Theft.B.Cheating.C.Air crash.D.Road accidents.20.A.Learn the local customs.B.Make hotel reservations.C.Book tickets well in advance.D.Have the right documents.21.A.Contact your agent.B.Get a lift if possible.e official transport.D.Have a friend meet you.Passage ThreeQuestions 22 to 25 are based on the passage you have just heard.22.A.Cut down production cost.B.Sell inexpensive products.C.Specialise in gold ornaments.D.Refine the taste of his goods.23.A.At a national press conference.B.During a live television interview.C.During a local sales promotion campaign.D.At a meeting of top British businesspeople.24.A.Insulted.B.Puzzled.C.Distressed.D.Discouraged.25.A.The words of some businesspeople are just rubbish.B.He who never learns from the past is bound to fail.C.There should be a limit to one's sense of humour.D.He is not laughed at, that laughs at himself first.Section CDirections: in this section,you will hear a paasage three times. When the passage is read for the first time, you should listen carefully for its general idea. When the passage is read for the second time, you are required to fill in the blanks with the exact words you have just heard. Finally, when the passage is reaf for the third time, you should check what you have written.注意：此部分试题请在答题卡1上作答。
2015级cet4听力考试题及答案
2015级cet4听力考试题及答案一、短对话理解（共8题，每题1分，满分8分）1. A) 8:00 am.B) 9:00 am.C) 10:00 am.D) 11:00 am.答案：C2. A) In a library.B) In a bookstore.C) In a classroom.D) In a museum.答案：A3. A) To buy a gift.B) To go to a party.C) To attend a meeting.D) To have dinner.答案：B4. A) He is too tired.B) He is too busy.C) He is too sick.D) He is too old.答案：A5. A) The man is a teacher.B) The man is a student.C) The man is a doctor.D) The man is a lawyer.答案：B6. A) She is going to the beach.B) She is going to the park.C) She is going to the mall.D) She is going to the cinema.答案：C7. A) He will take a bus.B) He will take a train.C) He will take a taxi.D) He will take a subway.答案：A8. A) She is worried about her exam.B) She is worried about her health.C) She is worried about her job.D) She is worried about her family.答案：A二、长对话理解（共7题，每题1分，满分7分）9. What is the woman going to do?A) Buy a new car.B) Sell her old car.C) Repair her car.D) Trade in her car for a new one.答案：B10. Why does the man refuse to go to the concert?A) He doesn't like the band.B) He has to work late.C) He has already seen them perform.D) He has no interest in music.答案：B11. What are the speakers mainly discussing?A) A new job.B) A new house.C) A new restaurant.D) A new book.答案：A12. What does the woman think of the man's idea?A) It's too expensive.B) It's too complicated.C) It's too risky.D) It's too time-consuming.答案：C13. What is the relationship between the speakers?A) Doctor and patient.B) Teacher and student.C) Boss and employee.D) Police officer and driver.答案：A14. What does the man suggest the woman do?A) Take a break.B) Call her friend.C) Go to the gym.D) Finish her work.答案：A15. What is the probable result of the conversation?A) The woman will go to the man's party.B) The man will go to the woman's party.C) Neither of them will go to the party.D) They will go to the party together.答案：C三、短文理解（共10题，每题1分，满分10分）16. What is the main topic of the passage?A) The importance of exercise.B) The benefits of a healthy diet.C) The effects of stress on health.D) The role of sleep in daily life.答案：C17. According to the passage, what can cause stress?A) Lack of sleep.B) Poor diet.C) Inadequate exercise.D) All of the above.答案：D18. What does the passage suggest to relieve stress?A) Taking a vacation.B) Eating healthy food.C) Doing regular exercise.D) Avoiding caffeine.答案：C19. What is the relationship between stress and heart disease?A) Stress can cause heart disease.B) Heart disease can cause stress.C) They have no direct connection.D) They can be treated together.答案：A20. What does the author suggest people do to manage stress?A) Seek professional help.B) Take up a hobby.C) Change their lifestyle.D) All of the above.答案：D21. What is the focus of the second passage?A) The impact of technology on society.B) The role of education in personal development.C) The importance of。
2015年6月英语四级听力考试真题及答案（第二套）
2015年6⽉英语四级听⼒考试真题及答案（第⼆套） Section A Directions：In this section，you will hear 8 short conversations and 2 long conversations.At the end of each conversation，one or more questions will be asked about what Was said.Both the conversation and the questions will be spoken only once.After each question there will be a pause.During the pause，you must read thefour choices marked A.，B)，C)and D). and decide which is the best answer.Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet l with a single line through the centre. 1.A.He is pleased to sit on the committee. B.He iS willing to offer the woman a hand. C.He will tell the woman his decision later. D.He would like to become a club member. 2.A.Their planned trip to Vancouver is obviously overpriced. B.They should borrow a guide book instead of buying one. C.The guide books in the library have the latest information. D.The library Can help order guide books about Vancouver. 3.A.He regrets having taken the history course. B.He finds little interest in the history books. C.He has trouble finishing his reading assignments. D.He has difficulty writing the weekly book report. 4.A.The man had better choose another restaurant. B.The new restaurant is a perfect place for dating. C.The new restaurant caught her fancy immediately. D.The man has good taste in choosing the restaurant. 5.A.He has been looking forward to spring. B.He has been waiting for the winter sale. C.He will clean the woman，s boots for spring. D.He will help the woman put things away. 6.A.At a tailor’s. B.At Bob’s home. C.In a clothes store. D.In a theatre. 7.A.His guests favor Tibetan drinks. B.His water is quite extraordinary. C.Mineral water is good for health. D.Plain water will serve the purpose. 8.A.Report the result of a discussion. B.Raise some environmental issues. C.Submit an important document. D.Revise an environmental report. Questions 9 to 12 are based on the conversation you have just heard. 9.A.They pollute the soil used to cover them. B.They are harmful to nearby neighborhoods. C.The rubbish in them takes long to dissolve. D.The gas they emit is extremely poisonous. 10.A.Growing population. B.Packaging materials. C.Changed eating habits. D.Lower production cost. 11.A.By saving energy. B.By using less aluminum. C.By reducing poisonous wastes. D.By making the most of materials. 12.A.We are running out of natural resources soon. B.Only combined efforts can make a difference. C.The waste problem will eventually hurt all of us. D.All of us can actually benefit from recycling. Questions l3 to 15 are based on the conversation you have just heard. 13.A.Miami. B.Vancouver. C.Belling ham. D.Boston. 14.A.To get information on one—way tickets to Canada. B.To inquire about the price of“Super Saver”seats. C.To get advice on how to fly as cheaply as possible. D.To inquire about the shortest route to drive home. 15.A.Join a tourist group. B.Choose a major airline. C.Avoid trips in public holidays. D.Book tickets as early as possible. Section B Directions：In this section，you will hear 3 short passages.At the end of each passage，you will hear some questions.Both the passage and the questions will be spoken only once.After you hear a question，you must choose thebest answer from the four choices marked A.，B)，C.and D).Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet l with a single line through the centre. Passage One Questions l6 t0 18 are based on the passage you have just heard. 16.A.There are mysterious stories behind his works. B.There are many misunderstandings about him. C.His works have no match worldwide. D.His personal history is little known. 17.A.He moved to Strat ford—on—Avon in his childhood. B.He failed to go beyond grammar sch001. C.He was a member of the town council. D.He once worked in a well—known acting company. 18.A.Writers of his time had no means to protect their works. B.Possible sources of clues about him were lost in a fire. C.His works were adapted beyond recognition. D.People of his time had little interest in him. Passage Two Questions l9 to 21 are based on the passage you have just heard 19.A.It shows you have been ignoring your health B. It can seriously affect your thinking process C.It is an early warning of some illness. D.It is a symptom of too much pressure. 20.A.Reduce our workload. B.Control our temper. e painkillers for relief D.Avoid masking syrup toms_ 21.A. Lying down and having some sleep. B.Rubbing and pressing one’s back. C.Going out for a walk D.Listening to light music Passage Three Questions 22 t0 25 are based on the passage you have just heard 22.A.Depending heavily on loans. B.Having no budget plans at all. C.Spending beyond one's means D.Leaving no room for large bills 23.A.Many of them can be cut. B. All of them have to be covered. C.Their payment cannot be delayed D.They eat up most of the family income 24.A.Rent a house instead of buying one. B. Discuss the problem in the family. C.Make a conservation plan D.Move to a cheaper Place 25.A.Financial issues plaguing a family. B.Difficulty in making both ends meet. C.Family budget problems and solutions D.New ways to boost family income Section C Directions：In this section，you will hear a passage three times.When the passage is read for the first time,you should listen carefully for its general idea.When the passage Its read for the second time,you are required to fill in the blanks with the exact words you have just heard.Finally，when the passage is read for the third time，you should check what you have written. Perhaps because going to college is so much a part of the American dream，many people go for no(26) reason. Some go because their parents expect it，others because it's what their friends are doing.Then，there，s the belief that a college degree will(27)ensure a good job and high pay. Some students(28) through four years，attending classes，or skipping(逃课)them as the case may be，reading only what can’t be avoided，looking for less(29)courses，and never being toucned or changed in any important way.For a few of these people，college provides no( 30)，yet.Because of parental or peer pressure，they cannot voluntarily leave.They stop trying in the hope that their tea。
2015年6月英语四级听力原文及解析（第一套）
2015年6月英语四级听力试题及解析Shortconver satio n1. W: Tom, wouldyou be intere stedin servin g on the member shipcommit tee this year?M: Can I get back to you on that in a few day?Q: What does the man mean?解析：关注男士说的get back to you on that.2. W: We should buy a good guideb ook and studyit before I trip to Vancou ver. M: We could, but they are over priced. What aboutthe librar y?Q: What does the man mean?解析：男士意味gu idebo ok are over priced，不准备买，而是去lib rary.3. W: You took a histor y course this term, didn45t you? What can you say aboutit?M: Well, the troubl e is that I neverget throug h the weekly readin glistthough some booksare quiteintere sting.Q: What does the man mean?解析；男士认为some booksare quiteintere sting，但是他I neverget throug h the weekly readin g list。
4. M: Fm taking my girlfr iendto the fancynew restau rantfor her birthd ay tonigh t. W: I went therelast weeken d. I foundit rather disapp ointi ng.Q: What does the womanmean?解析：女士上周去过了那家新餐厅，认为disa ppoin ting。
201506-1cet4听力真题+答案
201506-1cet4听力真题+答案Part II Listening Comprehension (30 minutes)Section ADirections: In this section, you will bear 8 short conversations and 2 long conversations. At the end of each conversation, one or more questions will be asked about what was said. Both the conversation and the questions will be spoken only once. After each questions there will be a pause. During the pause, you must read the four choices marked A), B),C) and D), and decide which is the best answer. Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer sheet 1 with a single line through the center.注意：此部分试题请在答题卡1上作答。
1. A) The woman should go on playing chess.B) He is willing to play chess with the woman.C) The woman has good reason to quit the game.D) He will give the woman some tips on the game.2. A) She would like to resume contact with Sally.B) The man can forward the mail to Mary.C) She can call Mary to take care of the mail.D) Mary probably knows Sally's new address.3. A) He did not attend today’s class.B) His notes are not easy to read.C) His handwriting has a unique style.D) He is very pleased to be able to help.4. A) The new restaurant is a perfect place for dating.B) The new restaurant caught her fancy immediately.C) The man has good taste in choosing the restaurant.D) The man had better choose another restaurant.5. A) He will help the woman put things away.B) He has been waiting for the winter sale.C) He has been looking forward to spring.D) He will clean the woman's boots for spring.6. A) The woman often works overtime at weekends.B) The man often lends books to the woman.C) The man appreciates the woman's help.D) The woman is rather forgetful.7. A) Take a sightseeing trip.B) Go to work on foot.C) Start work earlier than usual.D) Take a walk when the weather is nice.8. A) Temporary closing has disturbed the airport’s operation.B) The plane is going to land at another airport.C) All flights have been delayed due to bad weather.D) The air port’s management is in real need of improvement.Questions 9 to 12 are based on the conversation you have just heard.9. A) It specializes in safety from leaks. B) It is headquartered in London.C) It has a chemical processing plant. D) It has a partnership with LCP.10. A) He is a safety inspector. B) He is Mr. Grand’s friend.C) He is a chemist. D) He is a salesman.11. A) The public relations officer. B) Head of the personnel department.C) Mr. Grand’s personal assistant. D) Director of the safety department.12. A) Send a comprehensive description of their work.B) Provide details of their products and services.C) Leave a message for Mr. Grand.D) Wait for Mr. Grand to call back.Questions 13 to 15 are based on the conversation you have just heard.13. A) She listened to recordings of many European orchestras.B) She read a lot about European musicians and their music.C) She dreamed of working and living in a European country.D) She learned playing the violin from a famous French musician.14. A) She was a pupil of a famous European violinist.B) She gave her first performance with her father.C) She became a professional violinist at fifteen.D) She began taking violin lessons as a small child.15. A) It was the chance of a lifetime.B) It was a great challenge to her.C) It gave her a chance to explore the city.D) It helped her learn classical French music.Section BDirections: In this section, you will hear 3 short passages. At the end of each passage, you will hear some questions. Both the passage and the questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a question, you must choose the best answer from the four choices marketed A), B),C) and D). Then marked the correspond letter on Answer sheet I with a single line through the centre.注意：此部分试题请在答题卡1上作答。
2015年6月大学英语四级考试真题及详细答案(第1套)
2015年6月大学英语四级考试真题(第1套)Part I Writing(30 minutes)Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write an essay based on the picture below.You should start your essay with a briefdescription of the picture and then comment on the kid's understanding of going to school.You should write at least 120 words but no more than 180 words.“Why am I going to school if my phone already knows everything?”Part II Listening Comprehension(30 minutes)Section ADirections : In this section, you will hear 8 short conversations and 2 long conversations.At the end ofeach conversation, one or more questions will be askedabout what was said.Both theconversation and the questions will be spoken onlyonce.After each question there will bea pause.During the pause, you must read thefour choices marked A., B), C.and D),and decide which is the best answer.Then mark the corresponding letter on AnswerSheet 1 with a single line through the centre.1.A.He will give the woman some tips on the game.B.The woman has good reason to quit the game.C.He is willing to play chess with the woman.D.The woman should go on playing chess.2.A.The man can forward the mail to Mary.B.She can call Mary to take care of the mail.C.Mary probably knows Sally's new address.D.She would like to resume contact with Sally.3.A.His handwriting has a unique style.B.His notes are not easy to read.C.He did not attend today's class.D.He is very pleased to be able to help.4.A.The man had better choose another restaurant.B.The new restaurant is a perfect place for dating.C.The new restaurant caught her fancy immediately.D.The man has good taste in choosing the restaurant.5.A.He has been looking forward to spring.B.He has been waiting for the winter sale.C.He will clean the woman's boots for spring.-D.He will help the woman put things away.6.A.The woman is rather forgetful.B.The man appreciates the woman's help.C.The man often lends books to the woman.D.The woman often works overtime at weekends.7.A.Go to work on foot.B.Take a sightseeing trip.C.Start work earlier than usual.D.Take a walk when the weather is nice.8.A.The plane is going to land at another airport.B.All flights have been delayed due to bad weather.C.Temporary closing has disturbed the airport's operation.D.The airport's management is in real need of improvement.Questions 9 to 12 are based on the conversation you have just heard.9.A.It specializes in safety from leaks.B.It is headquartered in London.C.It has a partnership with LCP.D.It has a chemical processing plant.10.A.He is Mr.Grand's friend.B.He is a safety inspector.C.He is a salesman.D.He is a chemist.11.A.Director of the safety department.B.Mr.Grand's personal assistant.C.Head of the personnel department.D.The public relations officer.12. A.Walt for Mr.Grand to call back.B.Leave a message for Mr.Grand.C.Provide details of their products and services.D.Send a comprehensive description of their work.Questions 13 to 15 are based on the conversation you have just heard.13.A.She learned playing the violin from a famous French musician.B.She dreamed of working and living in a European country.C.She read a lot about European musicians and their music.D.She listened to recordings of many European orchestras.14.A.She began taking violin lessons as a small child.B.She was a pupil of a famous European violinist.C.She gave her first performance with her father.D.She became a professional violinist at fifteen.15.A.It gave her a chance to explore the city.B.It was the chance of a lifetime.C.It was a great challenge to her.D.It helped her learn classical French music.Section BDirections: In this section, you will hear 3 short passages.At the end of each passage, you will hearsome questions.Both the passage and the questions will be spoken only once.After youhear 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 witha single linethrough the centre.Passage OneQuestions 16 to 18 are based on the passage you have just heard.16.A.There are mysterious stories behind his works.B.There are many misunderstandings about him.C.His works have no match worldwide.D.His personal history is little known.17.A.He moved to Stratford-on-Avon in his childhood.B.He failed to go beyond grammar school.C.He was a member of the town council.D.He once worked in a well-known acting company.18. A.Writers of his time had no means to protect their works.B.Possible sources of clues about him were lost in a fire.C.His works were adapted beyond recognition.D.People of his time had little interest in him.Passage TwoQuestions 19 to 21 are based on the passage you have just heard.19. A.Theft.B.Cheating.C.Air crash.D.Road accidents.20. A.Learn the local customs.B.Make hotel reservations.C.Book tickets well in advance.D.Have the right documents.21.A.Contact your agent.B.Get a lift if possible.e official transport.D.Have a friend meet you.Passage ThreeQuestions 22 to 25 are based on the passage you have just heard.22.A.Cut down production cost.B.Sell inexpensive products.C.Specialise in gold ornaments.D.Refine the taste of his goods.23.A.At a national press conference.B.During a live television interview.C.During a local sales promotion campaign.D.At a meeting of top British businesspeople.24.A.Insulted.B.Puzzled.C.Distressed.D.Discouraged.25.A.The words of some businesspeople are just rubbish.B.He who never learns from the past is bound to fail.C.There should be a limit to one's sense of humour.D.He is not laughed at, that laughs at himself first.Section CDirections: In this section, you will hear a passage three times.When the passageis read for the firsttime, you should listen carefully for its general idea.Whenthe passage is read for thesecond time, you are required to fill in the blanks with the exact words you have justheard.Finally, when the passage is read for the thirdtime, you should check what youhave written.Looking at the basic biological systems, the world is not doing very well.Yeteconomic indicators show the world is 26 Despite a slow start at the beginning ofthe eighties, global economic output increased by more than a fifth during the 27The economy grew, trade increased, and millions of new jobs were created.How canbiological indicators show the 28 of economic indicators?The answer is that the economic indicators have a basic fault: they show no difference between resource uses that 29 progress and those uses that will hurt it.The mainmeasure of economic progress is the gross national product (GNP). 30 , this totalsthe value of all goods and services produced and subtracts loss in value of factories and equipment.Developed a half-century ago, GNP helped 31 a common way among countries of measuring change in economic output.For some time, this seemed to work 32 well, but serious weaknesses are now appearing.As indicated earlier, GNP includes loss in value of factories and equipment, but it does not 33 the loss of naturalresources, including nonrenewable resources such as oil or renewable resources such as forests.This basic fault can produce a 34 sense of national economic health.According toGNP, for example, countries that overcut forests actually do better than those that preserve their forests.The trees cut down are counted as income but no subtractionis made for 35 the forests.Part Ⅲ Reading Comprehension ( 40 minutes)Section ADirections: In this section, there is a passage with ten blanks.You are requiredto select one word foreach blank from a list of choices given in a word bank following the passage.Readthe passage through carefully before making your choices.Each choice in the bankis identified by a letter.Please mark the corresponding letter for each item onAnswer Sheet2with a single line through the centre.You may not use any of the words in the bank more than once.Questions 36 to 45 are based on the following passage.The U.S.Department of Education is making efforts to ensure that all students have equal access to a quality education.Today it is 36 the launch of the ExcellentEducators for All Initiative.The initiative will help states and school districtssupport great educators for the students who need them most."All children are 37 to a high-quality education regardless of their race, zip code or family income.It is 38 important that we provide teachers and principals thesupport they need to help students reach their full 39 ," U.S.Secretary of Education Arne Duncan said." Despite the excellent work and deep 40 of our nation's teachersand principals, students in high-poverty, high- minority schools are unfairlytreated across our country.We have to do better.Local leaders and educators will41 their own creative solutions, but we must work together to 42 our focus on howto better recruit, support and 43 effective teachers and principals for all students, especially the kids who need them most."Today's announcement is another important step forward in improving access to aquality education, a 44 of President Obama's year of ter today, Secretary Duncan will lead a roundtable discussion with principals and school teachers fromacross the country about the 45 of working in high-need schools and how to adoptpromising practices for supporting great educators in these schools.A.AnnouncingB.beneficialC.challengesmitmentponentF.contestsG.criticallyH.developI.distributingJ.enhanceK.entitledL.potentialM.properlyN.qualifiedO.retainSection BDirections: In this section, you are going to read a passage with ten statementsattached to it.Eachstatement contains information given in one of the paragraphs.Identify the paragraph from which the information is derived.You maychoose a paragraph more than once.Each paragraph is marked with a letter.Answer the questions by marking thecorresponding letter on Answer Sheet 2.The Changes Facing Fast FoodA.Fast-food firms have to be a thick-skinned bunch.Health experts regularly criticise them severelyfor selling food that makes people fat.Critics even complain that McDonald's, whose logosymbolises calorie excess, should not have been allowed to sponsor the World Cup.These arethings fast-food firms have learnt to cope with.But not perhaps for much longer.The burgerbusiness faces more pressure from regulators at a time when it is already adapting strategies inresponse to shifts in the globaleconomy.B)Fast food was once thought to be recession-proof.When consumers need to cutspending, the logicgoes, cheap meals like Big Macs and Whoppers become even moreattractive.Such "trading down"proved true for much of the latest recession, whenfast-food companies picked up customers who could no longer afford to eat at casual restaurants.Traffic was boosted in America, the home of fast food, with discountsand promotions, such as $1 menus and cheap combination meals.C)As a result, fast-food chains have weathered the recession better than their more expensive competitors.In 2009 sales at full-service restaurants in America fell by more than 6% , but total sales remained about the same at fast-food chains.In somemarkets, such as Japan, France and Britain, total spending on fast food increased.Same-store sales in America at McDonald's, the world's largest fast-food company, did not decline throughout the downturn.Panera Bread, an American fast-food chain known for its fresh ingredients, performed well, too, because it offershigher-quality food at lower prices than restaurants.D)But not all fast-food companies have been as fortunate.Many, such as Burger King, have seen sales fall.In a severe recession, while some people trade down to fastfood, many o thers eat at home m ore frequently to save money.David Palmer, an analyst at UBS, a bank, says smaller fast- food chains in America, such as Jack in the Boxand Carl's Jr., have been hit particularly hard in this downturn because they arecompeting with the global giant McDonald's, which increased spending on advertisingby more than 7% last year as others cut back.E.Some fast-food companies also sacrificed their own profits by trying to givecustomers better value.During the recession companies set prices low, hoping thatonce they had tempted customers through the door they would be persuaded to ordermore expensive items.But in many cases that strategy did not st year Burger King franchisees (特许经营人)sued (起诉)the company over its double-cheeseburger promotion, claiming it was unfair for them to be repuired to sell these for $1 when they cost$1.10 to make.In May a judge ruled in favour of Burger King.Nevertheless,the company may still be cursing its decision to promote cheap choices over moreexpensive ones because items on its "value menu" now account for around 20% of allsales, upfrom 12% last October.F.Analysts expect the fast-food industry to grow modestly this year.But the downturn is makingcompanies rethink their strategies.Many are now introducing higher-priced items to entice (引诱)consumers away from $1 specials.KFC, a division of Yum! Brands, which also owns Taco Belland Pizza Hut, has launched a chicken sandwich that costs around $5.And in May Burger Kingintroduced barbecue (烧烤)pork ribs at $7 for eight.panies are also trying to get customers to buy new and more items, includingdrinks.McDonald's started selling better coffee as a challenge to Starbucks.Its "McCafe" line nowaccounts for an estimated 6% o f sales in America.Starbucks has sold rights to its Seattle's Bestcoffee brand to Burger King, which will start sellingit later this year.H.As fast-food companies shift from "super size" to "more buys", they need to keep customer traffichigh throughout the day.Many see breakfast as a big opporttmity,and not just for fatty food.McDonald's will start selling porridge (粥)in America next year.Breakfast has the potential to bevery profitable, says Sara Senatore ofBernstein, a research firm, because the margins can be high.Fast-food companies are also adding midday and late-night snacks, such as blended drinks andwraps.The idea is that by having a greater range of things on the menu, "we can sell to consumersproducts they want all day," says Rick Carucci., the .chief financialofficer of Yum ! Brands.I.But what about those growing waistlines? So far, fast-food firms have cleverlyavoided governmentregulation.By providing healthy options, like salads and low-calorie sandwiches, they have at leastgiven the impression of doing somethingabout helping to fight obesity (肥胖症).These offeringsare not necessarily loss-leaders, as they broaden the appeal of outlets to groups of diners thatinclude some people who don't want to eat a burger.But customers cannot be forced toordersalads instead of fries.J.In the future, simply offering a healthy option may not be good enough."Everypackaged-food and restaurant company I know is concerned about regulation rightnow," says Mr.Palmer of UBS.America's health-reform bill, which Congress passed this year, requires restaurant chains with 20 ormore outlets to put the calorie-contentof items they serve on the menu.A study by the NationalBureau of Economic Research, which tracked the effects on Starbucks of a similar calorie-postinglaw in New York City in 2007, found that the average calorie-count per transaction fell 6% a ndrevenue increased 3% at Starbucks stores where a Dunldn Donuts outlet was nearby--a sign,it issaid, that menu-labelling could favour chains that have more healthy offerings. K.In order to avoid other legislation in America and elsewhere, fast-food companies will have tocontinue innovating (创新).Walt Riker of McDonald's claims the changeit has made in its menumeans it offers more healthy items than it did a few yearsago."We probably sell more vegetables,more milk, more salads, more apples than any restaurant business in the world," he says.But therecent proposal by a county inCalifornia to ban McDonald's from including toys in its high-calorie"Happy Meals", because legislators believe it attracts children to unhealthy food, suggests there isa lot more left to do.46.Some people propose laws be made to stop McDonald's from attaching toys to itsfood specials for children.47.Fast-food finns may not be able to cope with pressures from food regulation inthe near future.48.Burger King will start to sell Seattle's Best coffee to increase sales.49.Some fast-food firms provide healthy food to give the impression they are helping to tackle the obesity problem.50.During the recession, many customers turned to fast food to save money.51.Many people eat out less often to save money in times of recession.52.During the recession, Burger King's promotional strategy of offering low-priced items often proved ineffective.53.Fast-food restaurants can make a lot of money by selling breakfast.54.Many fast-food companies now expect to increase their revenue by introducinghigher-priced items.55.A newly-passed law asks big fast-food chains to specify the calorie count of what they serve on the menu.Section CDirections: There are 2 passages in this section.Each passage is followed by somequestions orunfinished statements.For each of them there are four choices markedA., B), C.andD ).You should decide on the best choice and mark the correspondingletter on AnswerSheet 2 with a single line through the centre.Passage OneQuestions 56 to 60 are based on the following passage.If you think a high-factor sunscreen (防晒霜)keeps you safe from harmful rays, you may be wrong.Research in this week's Nature shows that while factor 50 reduces the number of melanomas(黑瘤)and delays their occurrence, it can't prevent them.Melanomas are the most aggressive skin cancers.You have a higher risk if youhave red or blond hair, fair skin, blue or green eyes, or sunburn easily, or if aclose relative has had one.Melanomas are more common if you have periodic intenseexposure to the sun.Other skin cancers are increasingly likely with long-termexposure.There is continuing debate as to how effective sunscreen is in reducing melanomasthe evidence is weaker than it is for preventing other types of skin cancer.A 2011Australian study of 1,621 people found that people randomly selected to applysunscreen daily had half the rate of melanomas of people who used cream as needed.A second study, comparing 1,167 people with melanomas to 1,101 who didn't have thecancer, found that using sunscreen routinely, alongside other protection such ashats,long sleeves or staying in the shade, did give some protection.This study said other forms of sun protection not sunscreen seemed most beneficial.The studyrelied on people remembering what they had done over each decade of their lives,so it's not entirely reliable.But it seems reasonable to think sunscreen gives people a false sense of security in the sun.Many people also don't use sunscreen properly applying insufficient amounts,failing to reapply after a couple of hours and staying in the sun too long.It issunburn that is most worrying recent research shows five episodes of sunburn inthe teenage years increases the risk of all skin cancers.The good news is that a combination of sunscreen and covering up can reduce melanoma rates, as shown by Australian figures from their slip-slop-slap campaign.So if there is a heat wave this summer, it would be best for us, too, to slip on a shirt, slopon (抹上)sunscreen and slap on a hat.56.What is people's common expectation of a high-factor sunscreen?A.It will delay the occurrence of skin cancer.B.It will protect them from sunburn.C.It will keep their skin smooth and fair.D.It will work for people of any skin color.57.What does the research in Nature say about a high-factor sunscreen?A.It is ineffective in preventing melanomas.B.It is ineffective in case of intense sunlight.C.It is ineffective with long-term exposure.D.It is ineffective for people with fair skin.58.What do we learn from the 2011 Australian study of 1,621 people?A.Sunscreen should be applied alongside other protection measures.B.High-risk people benefit the most from the application of sunscreen.C.Irregular application of sunscreen does women more harm than good.D.Daily application of sunscreen helps reduce the incidence of melanomas.59.What does the author say about the second Australian study?A.It misleads people to rely on sunscreen for protection.B.It helps people to select the most effective sunscreen.C.It is not based on direct observation of the subjects.D.It confirms the results of the first Australian study.60.What does the author suggest to reduce melanoma rates?ing both covering up and sunscreen.B.Staying in the shade whenever possible.ing covering up instead of sunscreen.D.Applying the right amount of sunscreen.Passage TwoQuestions 61 to 65 are based on the following passage.Across the rich world, well-educated people increasingly work longer than theless-skilled.Some65% of American men aged 62 -74 with a professional degree are in the workforce, compared with32% of men with only a high-school certificate.This gap is part of a deepening divide between the well-educated well-off and the unskilled poor.Rapid technological advance has raised the incomes of the highly skilled while squeezing those of the unskilled.The consequences, for individuals and society, are profound.The world is facing an astonishing rise in the number of old people, and they willlive longer than ever before.Over the next 20 years the global population of thoseaged 65 or more will almost double, from 600 million to 1.1 billion.The experience of the 20th century, when greater longevity (长寿)translated into more years in retirement rather than more years at work, has persuaded many observers that thisshift will lead to slower economic growth, while the swelling ranks of pensionerswill create government budget problems.But the notion of a sharp division between the working young and the idle old misses a new trend, the growing gap between the skilled and the unskilled.Employment rates are falling among younger unskilled people, whereas older skilled folk are working longer.The divide is most extreme in America, where well-educated baby-boomers (二战后生育高峰期出生的美国人)are putting off retirement while many less-skilledyounger people have dropped out of the workforce.Policy is partly responsible.Many European governments have abandoned policies that used to encourage people to retire early.Rising life expectancy (预期寿命), combined with the replacement of generous defmed-benefit pension plans with less generousdefined-contribution ones, means that even the better-off must work longer to havea comfortable retirement.But the changing nature of work also plays a big role.Pay has risen sharply for the highly educated, and those people continue to reap richrewards into old age because these days the educated elderly are more productivethan the preceding generation.Technological change may well reinforce that shift:the skills that complement computers, from management knowhow t o creativity, do not necessarily decline with age.61.What is happening in the workforce in rich countries?A.Younger people are replacing the elderly.B.Well-educated people tend to work longer.C.Unemployment rates are rising year after year.D.People with no college degree do not easily find work.62.What has helped deepen the divide between the well-off and the poor?A.Longer life expectancies.B.A rapid technological advance.C.Profound changes in the workforce.D.A growing number of the well-educated.63.What do many observers predict in view of the experience of the 20th century?A.Economic growth will slow down.ernment budgets will increase.C.More people will try to pursue higher education.D.There will be more competition in the job market.64.What is the result of policy changes in European countries?A.Unskilled workers may choose to retire early.B.More people have to receive in-service training.C.Even wealthy people must work longer to live comfortably in retirement.D.People may be able to enjoy generous defined-benefits from pension plans.65.What is characteristic of work in the 21st century?puters will do more complicated work.B.More will be taken by the educated young.C.Most jobs to be done will be the creative ones.D.Skills are highly valued regardless of age.Part Ⅳ Translation ( 30 minutes)Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to translate a passage fromChinese into English.You should write your answer on Answer Sheet 2.中国是世界上最古老的文明之一。
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Part II Listening Comprehension (30 minutes)Section ADirections: In this section, you will bear 8 short conversations and 2 long conversations. At the end of each conversation, one or more questions will be asked about what was said. Both the conversation and the questions will be spoken only once. After each questions there will be a pause. During the pause, you must read the four choices marked A), B),C) and D), and decide which is the best answer. Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer sheet 1 with a single line through the center.注意：此部分试题请在答题卡1上作答。
1. A) The woman should go on playing chess.B) He is willing to play chess with the woman.C) The woman has good reason to quit the game.D) He will give the woman some tips on the game.2. A) She would like to resume contact with Sally.B) The man can forward the mail to Mary.C) She can call Mary to take care of the mail.D) Mary probably knows Sally's new address.3. A) He did not attend today’s class.B) His notes are not easy to read.C) His handwriting has a unique style.D) He is very pleased to be able to help.4. A) The new restaurant is a perfect place for dating.B) The new restaurant caught her fancy immediately.C) The man has good taste in choosing the restaurant.D) The man had better choose another restaurant.5. A) He will help the woman put things away.B) He has been waiting for the winter sale.C) He has been looking forward to spring.D) He will clean the woman's boots for spring.6. A) The woman often works overtime at weekends.B) The man often lends books to the woman.C) The man appreciates the woman's help.D) The woman is rather forgetful.7. A) Take a sightseeing trip.B) Go to work on foot.C) Start work earlier than usual.D) Take a walk when the weather is nice.8. A) Temporary closing has disturbed the airport’s operation.B) The plane is going to land at another airport.C) All flights have been delayed due to bad weather.D) The airport’s management is in real need of improvement.Questions 9 to 12 are based on the conversation you have just heard.9. A) It specializes in safety from leaks. B) It is headquartered in London.C) It has a chemical processing plant. D) It has a partnership with LCP.10. A) He is a safety inspector. B) He is Mr. Grand’s friend.C) He is a chemist. D) He is a salesman.11. A) The public relations officer. B) Head of the personnel department.C) Mr. Grand’s personal assistant. D) Director of the safety department.12. A) Send a comprehensive description of their work.B) Provide details of their products and services.C) Leave a message for Mr. Grand.D) Wait for Mr. Grand to call back.Questions 13 to 15 are based on the conversation you have just heard.13. A) She listened to recordings of many European orchestras.B) She read a lot about European musicians and their music.C) She dreamed of working and living in a European country.D) She learned playing the violin from a famous French musician.14. A) She was a pupil of a famous European violinist.B) She gave her first performance with her father.C) She became a professional violinist at fifteen.D) She began taking violin lessons as a small child.15. A) It was the chance of a lifetime.B) It was a great challenge to her.C) It gave her a chance to explore the city.D) It helped her learn classical French music.Section BDirections: In this section, you will hear 3 short passages. At the end of each passage, you will hear some questions. Both the passage and the questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a question, you must choose the best answer from the four choices marketed A), B),C) and D). Then marked the correspond letter on Answer sheet I with a single line through the centre.注意：此部分试题请在答题卡1上作答。
Passage OneQuestions 16 to 18 are based on the conversation you have just heard.16. A) There are mysterious stories behind his works.B) His personal history is little known.C) His works have no match worldwide.D) There are many misunderstandings about him.17. A) He once worked in a well-known acting company.B) He moved to Stratford-on-Avon in his childhood.C) He failed to go beyond grammar school.D) He was a member of the town council.18. A) People of his time had little interest in him.B) His works were adapted beyond recognition.C) Possible sources of clues about him were lost in a fire.D) Writers of his time had no means to protect their works.Passage TwoQuestions 19 to 21 are based on the passage you have just heard.19. A) Theft. B) Air crash. C) Cheating. D) Road accidents.20. A) Learn the local customs. B) Have the right documents.C) Book tickets well in advance. D) Make hotel reservations.21. A) Contact your agent. B) Use official transport.C) Get a lift if possible. D) Have a friend meet you.Passage ThreeQuestions 22 to 25 are based on the passage you have just heard.22. A) Cut down production cost. B) Refine the taste of his goods.C) Sell inexpensive products. D) Specialise in gold ornaments.23. A) At a meeting of top British businesspeople.B) During a local sales promotion campaign.C) During a live television interview.D) At a national press conference.24. A) Discouraged. B) Distressed. C) Puzzled. D) Insulted.25. A) He is not laughed at, that laughs at himself first.B) There should be a limit to one’s sense of humour.C) He who never learns from the past is bound to fail.D) The words of some businesspeople are just rubbish.Section CDirections: in this section,you will hear a paasage three times. When the passageis read for the first time, you should listen carefully for its general idea. When the passage is read for the second time, you are required to fill in the blanks with the exact words you have just heard. Finally, when the passage is reaf for the third time, you should check what you have written.注意：此部分试题请在答题卡1上作答。