2012年6月A级真题试卷及答案

高等学校英语应用能力考试2012年6月A级试卷Part I Listening Comprehension (15minutes)Directions: This part is to test your listening ability. It consists of 3 sections.Section ADirections:This section is to test your ability to understand short dialogues. There are 5 recorded dialogues in it. After each dialogue, there is a recorded question. Both the dialogues and questions will be spoken only once. When you hear a question, you should decide on the correct answer from the 4 choices marked A), B), C) and D) given in your test paper. Then you should mark the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the center.Example:You will hear:You will read: A) New York City. B) An evening party.C) An ai r trip. D) The man’s job.From the dialogue we learn that the man is to take a flight to New York. Therefore, C) An air trip is the correct answer. You should mark C) on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the center. [A] [B] [C] [D]Now the test will begin.1. A) Report to his boss. B) Talk with his agent. C) See his doctor. D) Visit his lawyer.2. A) The airport is too far away. B) The man has missed the bus.C) This bus doesn’t go to the airport. D) There is no bus going to the airport.3. A) Before 8:45. B) Before 9:15. C) After 9:00. D) At 9:00.4. A) The man works in the city center. B) The man wants to live in the suburbs.C) The woman works in the suburbs. D) The woman lives in the city center.5. A) They can’t agree on the price. B) The man’s order is too small.C) The man asks for earlier delivery. D) They disagree on the discount.Section BDirections:This section is to test your ability to understand short conversations. There are 2 recorded conversations in it. After each conversation, there are some recorded questions. Both the conversations and questions will be spoken two times. When you hear a question, you should decide on the correct answer from the 4 choices marked A), B), C) and D) given in your test paper. Then you should mark the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the center.Conversation 16.A) The screen has gone black. B) The keyboard doesn’t work.C) The connections are broken. D) The power supply is off.7. A) Start the computer again. B) Check the connections.C) Change the mouse. D) Replace the keyboard.Conversation 28. A) Happy. B) Excited. C) Nervous. D) Angry.9. A) A copy of his resume. B) An application form.C) A recommendation letter. D) A recent photo.10. A) Fashionably. B) Carefully. C) Nicely. D) Formally.Section CDirections: This section is to test your ability to comprehend short passages. You will hear a recorded passage. After that you will hear five questions. Both the passage and the questions will be read two times. When you hear a question, you should complete the answer to it with a word or a short phrase (in not more than 3 words). The questions and incomplete answers are printed in your test paper. You should write your answers on the Answer Sheet correspondingly. Now listen to the passage.11. Who is invited to give a talk at the reception?Professor Richard Johnson from ________________________________.12. What period will follow Professor Johnson’s talk?A _______________________________________________ period.13. What refreshments have been prepared outside for the guests?Some chocolates, ______________________________________________.14. When will Professor Johnson finish his talk?At about _______________________________________________ tonight.15. Why must Professor Johnson leave by 8:30?He is taking ___________________________________________ home tonight.Part II Structure (15 minutes)Directions: This part is to test your ability to construct grammatically correct sentences. It consists of 2 sections.Section ADirections: In this section, there are 10 incomplete sentences. You are required to complete each one by deciding on the most appropriate word or words from the 4 choices marked A), B), C) and D). Then you should mark the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the center.16. She was quite sure that she ________ the door before she left the office.A) will lock B) would lock C) has locked D) had locked17. In fact, there are different reasons ________ people are working long hours.A) where B) which C) why D) how18. Broadband (宽带) connections are widely available now, ________ makes online shoppingmuch easier.A) what B) whatever C) who D) which19. The manager decided to continue the sales for________ two weeks because of the large stockof goods.A) other B) another C) the other D) others20. We don’t have to hurry as the bus ________ for London at five in the evening.A) leaves B) left C) has been leaving D) has left21. ________ great losses in the financial crisis, the company closed down last year.A) Being suffered B) To suffer C) Having suffered D) Suffered22. Last week two engineers ________ to help solve the technical problems of the project.A) have sent B) were sent C) sent D) had sent23. You have to work in this position for two years ________ getting promoted.A) on B) since C) with D) before24. Please feel free to tell us ________ you think about our program so that we can benefit fromyour views and experience.A) what B) that C) if D) lest25. The company is offering a five percent discount to customers as a way ________ its onlinesales.A) promoting B) promoted C) to promote D) promotesSection BDirections: There are 10 incomplete statements here. You should fill in each blank with the proper form of the word given in brackets. Write the word or words in the corresponding space on the Answer Sheet.26. I am (please) __________ to inform you that you have won the first prize.27. The expert made a very (help) __________ suggestion for the project.28. I am told that Mr. Smith has refused (work) __________ in the Human Resources Department.29. The manager promised that the customer’s complaint would (look into) __________ as soonas possible.30. Consumers have become less interested in 3D TV at home, partly because of (have) ________to wear special glasses.31. Those who get nervous (easy) __________ may try Taiji, which relaxes the mind andstrengthens the body.32. According to a report (publish) __________ yesterday, an increasing number of young peopleare involved in community activities.33. We are informed that all the materials (arrive) __________ in the port of Chicago by now.34. Greatly (encourage) _________ by his friends, Jack has signed up for the singing competition.35. In his speech the manager expressed his thanks to those who have made their (contribute)__________ to the company.Part III Reading Comprehension (40 minutes)Directions: This part is to test your reading ability. There are 5 tasks for you to fulfill. You should read the reading materials carefully and do the tasks as you are instructed.Task 1Directions: After reading the following passage, you will find 5 questions or unfinished statements, numbered 36 to 40. For each question or statement there are 4 choices marked A), B), C) and D). You should make the correct choice and mark the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with asingle line through the center.The practice of exchanging foreign currency can vary by country. In one country, you may have to change your money at the airport, and in other countries you may need to buy your foreign currency in advance. Here are some places you can exchange foreign currency for U.S. currency. Your BankIn many cases you can purchase U.S. currency for your trip from a bank. Banks tend to have higher exchange rates than some currency exchange businesses. Before you purchase currency from a bank, check the currency change rates for that day so you can compare the rate the bank is giving and determine if it’s a good offer. There is a fee involved in withdrawing foreign currency from your bank.The AirportCurrency exchange businesses can be found at most international airports, so you can purchase U.S. currency either before you board your flight or at the U.S. airport on arrival. Note that U.S. airports typically have fewer currency exchange counters than travelers are accustomed to seeing in other parts of the world. If the airport you are flying into is not in a major U.S. city, consider using the exchange service in your departure airport to be on the safe side. If you are in an airport where several exchange companies operate, be sure to shop around for the best rate and lowest exchange fee. .36. The practice of exchanging foreign currency __________.A) changes with time of the year B) depends on exchange rates of the dayC) is exactly the same all over the world D) is likely to differ from country to country37. When you withdraw foreign currency from your bank, you have to __________.A) open a bank account B) pay a fee to the bankC) use your credit card D) inform the bank in advance38. Before purchasing foreign currency from a bank, you are advised to __________.A) compare the exchange rates B) examine the services of the bankC) pay the exchange fee in advance D) deposit some money with the bank39. In which case are you advised to consider using the exchange service in your departureairport?A) If you are flying with a foreign airline.B) If the airport is far from the city center.C) If you are not flying into a major US city.D) If the airport you are flying into is not safe.40. The passage is mainly about __________.A) U.S currency B) exchange fees C) American airports D) currency exchangeTask 2Directions: This task is the same as Task 1. The 5 questions or unfinished statements are numbered 41 to 45.Start your day off right with our continental breakfast free. Not only do we offer a generous variety of traditional continental foods, but also a couple of hot items each day. Too busy to sit down for breakfast? During the week, you can choose to take away a breakfast bag.We provide high speed Internet access in all guest rooms and common areas. Are you sick ofsitting at the desk all day? We provide lap (放在膝盖上的) desks in every room to improve your work environment. Didn’t bring your laptop computer with you? Please use our computer and printer located in our business center. We can also provide fax and copy service at the front desk.Our 400 sq. feet of meeting space can hold up to 30 people. For an extra fee, we can provide electronic digital equipment. Conveniently located just next to the business center, our meeting space works well for all your business needs.We are located directly off Highway 131 at Exit 78. We are just 2 miles north of the M6-South Beltline. There are multiple restaurants within walking distance. Our address:755 54th Street S. W. Wyoming, MI 49509(616)261-5500, Fax (616)261-9120Grrso-Hampton@41. Which of the following is TRUE about the breakfast in the hotel?A) Chinese foods are also available. B) All the items provided are hot food.C) Free continental breakfast is provided. D) Breakfast can be taken away at weekends.42. Where can guests send their faxes in the hotel?A) From their own room. B) In the common area.C) In the meeting room. D) At the front desk.43. What’s the purpose of providing lap desks in all of the guest rooms?A) To improve the work environment. B) To connect the business center.C) To use fax and copy service. D) To speed up Internet access.44. According to the passage, hotel guests can use electronic digital equipment _________.A) by booking in advance B) by paying an extra feeC) with the help of a staff member D) with the manager’s permission45. One of the advantages of the hotel is that _________.A) it is located in a business centerB) there are many restaurants nearbyC) its meeting space is the largest in the cityD) a laptop computer is available in each roomTask 3Directions: Read the following passage. After reading it, you are required to complete the outline below it (No.46 to No.50). You should write your answers briefly (in not more than three words) on the Answer Sheet correspondingly.CORT, a Berkshire Hathaway Company, is the world’s largest provider of rental(出租的) furniture. In business for over 40 years, we have served millions of individuals as well as over 80% of Fortune 500 companies.We have grown to be not only t he industry’s leading provider of residential and commercial rental furniture, we also offer a full line of houseware rentals.And we don’t just help f urnish your home, we can help you find it too. ApartmentSearch by CORT is our free online apartment locator which gives you access to millions of available apartment units nationwide. We can also help you locate a single family or townhome rental property that best suits your needs and budget.CORT has over 100 showrooms across the US. We also have established a global network of business partners that allow us to provide solutions in close to 70 countries around the world. Wemaintain our own fleet (车队) of trucks and have multiple distribution centers all aimed at providing fast, efficient service.CORT, a Berkshire Hathaway CompanyHistory: more than 40 yearsClients: 1. millions of 462. over 80% of Fortune 500 companiesBusiness scope: 1. providing residential and commercial 472. offering a full line of houseware rentals3. helping furnish a home4. helping find a home5. locating a single family or townhome 48Advantages: 1. over 100 showrooms across the US2. a global network of 493. its own fleet of 504. multiple distribution centersTask 4Directions: The following is a list of words or expressions related to exhibitions. After reading it, you are required to find the items equivalent to (与…等同) those given in Chinese in the table below. Then you should put the corresponding letters in the brackets on the Answer Sheet, numbered 51 through 55.A—expo B—registration feeC—scope of exhibits D—exhibitor’s profileE—trade show F—participation feeG—exhibition space H—queuing areaI —participation procedures J —reserve a spotK—theme zones L—sponsor and organizerM—fire exit N—exhibit directoryO—overseas supporter P—registration systemQ—sign upExamples: (A) 博览会(D) 参展商简介51. ( ) 注册费( ) 报名52. ( ) 预定展位( ) 排队等候区域53. ( ) 参展程序( ) 展位54. ( ) 主题区( ) 展品范围55. ( ) 赞助商和主办单位( ) 安全出口Task 5Directions：Read the following passage. After reading it, you should give brief answers to the 5 questions (No.56 to No.60) that follow. The answers (in not morethan three words) should be written after the corresponding numbers on the Answer Sheet.Anchor’s Care at home services offer a full range of personal care assistance as well as help with domestic tasks to support you with the activities of everyday life.We ensure that you retain your independence and quality of life, helping you to stay in your own home for as long as it suits you. Whether you need a little help around the house or more extensive home care, we are here to help with individually-tailored support.We have been providing home care for over 20 years and therefore know how important it is to feel completely comfortable with any care worker that comes into your home. And we understand that looking for a care worker can often be a source of real anxiety and concern.We select our care workers for their skill, reliability and professionalism, and ensure they are trained to deliver a first class service. Once placed, our care workers are regularly assessed to ensure that they continue to constantly deliver high quality care.56. What kind of home services is offered by Anchor’s Care?A full range of _______________________________________ and help with domestic tasks.57. Why does Anchor’s Care provide individually-tailored support?To help its customers retain their independence and _________________________________.58. How long has Anchor’s Care been providing home care s ervices?For _______________________________________________________________________.59. How does Anchor’s Care select care workers?They are selected according to their skill, _________________________ and professionalism.60. Why does Anchor’s Care regu larly assess its workers?To ensure they constantly deliver _________________________________.Part IV Translation -- English into Chinese (25 minutes)Directions: This part, numbered 61 through 65, is to test your ability to translate English into Chinese. After each of the sentences numbered 61 to 64, you will read four choices of suggested translation. You should choose the best translation and mark the corresponding letter on your Answer Sheet. And for the paragraph numbered 65, write your translation in the corresponding space on the Translation/ Composition Sheet.61. I would like to pay a visit to your factory to find out about the possibility of importingautomobile parts from you.A) 我想去你们工厂参观，看看你们厂是否有可能进口汽车零部件。