2004年1月大学英语四级试题2阅读理解及注释

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2004年Text 1Hunting for a job late last year, lawyer Gant Redmon stumbled across CareerBuilder, a job database on the Internet. He searched it with no success but was attracted by the site’s “personal search agent”. It’s an interactive feature that lets visitors key in job criteria such as location, title, and salary, then E-mails them when a matching position is posted in the database. Redmon chose the keywords legal, intellectual property and Washington, D.C. Three weeks later, he got his first notification of an opening. “I struck gold,” says Redmon, who E-mailed his resume to the employer and won a position as in-house counsel for a company.With thousands of career-related sites on the Internet, finding promising openings can he time-consuming and inefficient. Search agents reduce the need for repeated visits to the databases. But although a search agent worked for Redmon, career experts see drawbacks. Narrowing your criteria, for example, may work against you: “Every time you answer a question you eliminate a possibility,” says one expert.For any job search, you should start with a narrow concept—what you think you want to do—then broaden it. “None of these programs do that,” says another expert. “There’s no career counseling implicit in all of this.” Instead, the best strategy is to use the agent as a kind of tip service to keep abreast of jobs in a particular database; when you get E-mail, consider it a reminder to check the database again. “I would not rely on agents for finding everything that is added to a database that might interest me,” says the author of a job-searching guide.Some sites design their agents to tempt job hunters to return. When CareerSite’sagent sends out messages to those who have signed up for its service, for example, it includes only three potential jobs—those it considers the best matches. There may be more matches in the database; job hunters will have to visit the site again to find them—and they do. “On the day after we send our messages, we see a sharp increase in our traffic,” says Seth Peets, vice president of marketing for CareerSite.Even those who aren’t hunting for jobs may find search agents worthwhile. Some use them to keep a close watch on the demand for their line of work or gather information on compensation to arm themselves when negotiating for a raise. Although happily employed, Redmon maintains his agent at CareerBuilder. “You always keep your eyes open,” he says. Working with a personal search agent means having another set of eyes looking out for you.21. How did Redmon find his job?[A] By searching openings in a job database.[B] By posting a matching position in a database.[C] By using a special service of a database.[D] By E-mailing his resume to a database.22. Which of the following can be a disadvantage of search agents?[A] Lack of counseling. [B] Limited number of visits.[C] Lower efficiency. [D] Fewer successful matches.23. The expression “tip service” (Line 4, Paragraph 3) most probably means .[A] advisory. [B] compensation.[C] interaction. [D] reminder.24. Why does CareerSite’s agent offer each job hunter only three job options?[A] To focus on better job matches.[B] To attract more returning visits.[C] To reserve space for more messages.[D] To increase the rate of success.25. Which of the following is true according to the text?[A] Personal search agents are indispensable to job-hunters.[B] Some sites keep E-mailing job seekers to trace their demands.[C] Personal search agents are also helpful to those already employed.[D] Some agents stop sending information to people once they are employed.Text 2Over the past century, all kinds of unfairness and discrimination have been condemned or made illegal. But one insidious form continues to thrive: alphabetism. This, for those as yet unaware of such a disadvantage, refers to discrimination against those whose surnames begin with a letter in the lower half of the alphabet.It has long been known that a taxi firm called AAAA cars has a big advantage over Zodiac cars when customers thumb through their phone directories. Less well known is the advantage that Adam Abbott has in life over Zoë Zysman. English names are fairly evenly spread between the halves of the alphabet. Yet a suspiciously large number of top people have surnames beginning with letters between A and K.Thus the American president and vice-president have surnames starting with B and C respectively; and 26 of George Bush’s predecessors (including his father) had surnames in the first half of the alphabet against just 16 in the second half. Even more striking, six of the seven heads of government of the G7 rich countries are alphabetically advantaged (Berlusconi, Blair, Bush, Chirac, Chrétien and Koizumi). The world’s three top central bankers (Greenspan, Duisenberg and Hayami) are all close to the top of the alphabet, even if one of them really uses Japanese characters. As are the world's five richest men (Gates, Buffett, Allen, Ellison and Albrecht).Can this merely be coincidence? One theory, dreamt up in all the spare time enjoyed by the alphabetically disadvantaged, is that the rot sets in early. At the start of the first year in infant school, teachers seat pupils alphabetically from the front, to make it easier to remember their names. So short-sighted Zysman junior gets stuck in the backrow, and is rarely asked the improving questions posed by those insensitive teachers. At the time the alphabetically disadvantaged may think they have had a lucky escape. Yet the result may be worse qualifications, because they get less individual attention, as well as less confidence in speaking publicly.The humiliation continues. At university graduation ceremonies, the ABCs proudly get their awards first; by the time they reach the Zysmans most people are literally having a ZZZ. Shortlists for job interviews, election ballot papers, lists of conference speakers and attendees: all tend to be drawn up alphabetically, and their recipients lose interest as they plough through them.26. What does the author intend to illustrate with AAAA cars and Zodiac cars?[A] A kind of overlooked inequality.[B] A type of conspicuous bias.[C] A type of personal prejudice.[D] A kind of brand discrimination.27. What can we infer from the first three paragraphs?[A] In both East and West, names are essential to success.[B] The alphabet is to blame for the failure of Zoë Zysman.[C] Customers often pay a lot of attention to companies’ names.[D] Some form of discrimination is too subtle to recognize.28. The 4th paragraph suggests that .[A] questions are often put to the more intelligent students[B] alphabetically disadvantaged students often escape from class[C] teachers should pay attention to all of their students[D] students should be seated according to their eyesight29. What does the author mean by “most people are literally having a ZZZ” (Lines 2-3, Paragraph 5)?[A] They are getting impatient. [B] They are noisily dozing off.[C] They are feeling humiliated.[D] They are busy with word puzzles.30. Which of the following is true according to the text?[A] People with surnames beginning with N to Z are often ill-treated.[B] VIPs in the Western world gain a great deal from alphabetism.[C] The campaign to eliminate alphabetism still has a long way to go.[D] Putting things alphabetically may lead to unintentional bias.Text 3When it comes to the slowing economy, Ellen Spero isn't biting her nails just yet. But the 47-year-old manicurist isn't cutting, filing or polishing as many nails as she'd like to, either. Most of her clients spend $12 to $50 weekly, but last month two longtime customers suddenly stopped showing up. Spero blames the softening economy. “I'm a good economic indicator,” she says. “I provide a service that people can do without when they're concerned about saving some dollars.” So Spero is downscaling, shopping at middle-brow Dillard's department store near her suburban Cleveland home, instead of Neiman Marcus. “I don't know if other clients are going to abandon me, too,” she says.Even before Alan Greenspan's admission that America's red-hot economy is cooling, lots of working folks had already seen signs of the slowdown themselves. From car dealerships to Gap outlets, sales have been lagging for months as shoppers temper their spending. For retailers, who last year took in 24 percent of their revenue between Thanksgiving and Christmas, the cautious approach is coming at a crucial time. Already, experts say, holiday sales are off 7 percent from last year's pace. But don't sound any alarms just yet. Consumers seem only mildly concerned, not panicked, and many say they remain optimistic about the economy's long-term prospects even as they do some modest belt-tightening.Consumers say they're not in despair because, despite the dreadful headlines, their own fortunes still feel pretty good. Home prices are holding steady in most regions. In Manhattan, “there's a new gold rush happening in the $4 million to $10 million range,predominantly fed by Wall Street bonuses,” says broker Barbara Corcoran. In San Francisco, prices are still rising even as frenzied overbidding quiets. “Instead of 20 to 30 offers, now maybe you only get two or three," says John Tealdi, a Bay Area real-estate broker. And most folks still feel pretty comfortable about their ability to find and keep a job.Many folks see silver linings to this slowdown. Potential home buyers would cheer for lower interest rates. Employers wouldn't mind a little fewer bubbles in the job market. Many consumers seem to have been influenced by stock-market swings, which investors now view as a necessary ingredient to a sustained boom. Diners might see an upside, too. Getting a table at Manhattan's hot new Alain Ducasse restaurant used to be impossible. Not anymore. For that, Greenspan & Co. may still be worth toasting.31. By “Ellen Spero isn’t biting her nails just yet” (Line 1, Paragraph 1), the author means_____.[A] Spero can hardly maintain her business.[B] Spero is too much engaged in her work.[C] Spero has grown out of her bad habit.[D] Spero is not in a desperate situation.32. How do the public feel about the current economic situation?[A] Optimistic. [B] Confused. [C] Carefree. [D] Panicked.33. When mentioning “the $4 million to $10 million range”(Lines 3, Paragraph 3), the authoris talking about _______[A] gold market. [B] real estate. [C] stock exchange. [D] venture investment.34. Why can many people see “silver linings” to the economic slowdown?[A] They would benefit in certain ways.[B] The stock market shows signs of recovery.[C] Such a slowdown usually precedes a boom.[D] The purchasing power would be enhanced.35. To which of the following is the author likely to agree?[A] A new boom, on the horizon.[B] Tighten the belt, the single remedy.[C] Caution all right, panic not.[D] The more ventures, the more chances.Text 4Americans today don't place a very high value on intellect. Our heroes are athletes, entertainers, and entrepreneurs, not scholars. Even our schools are where we send our children to get a practical education—not to pursue knowledge for the sake of knowledge. Symptoms of pervasive anti-intellectualism in our schools aren't difficult to find.“Schools have always been in a society where practical is more important than intellectual,” says education writer Diane Ravitch. “Schools could be a counterbalance.” Ravitch's latest book. Left Back: A Century of Failed School Reforms, traces the roots of anti-intellectualism in our schools, concluding they are anything but a counterbalance to the American distaste for intellectual pursuits.But they could and should be. Encouraging kids to reject the life of the mind leaves them vulnerable to exploitation and control. Without the ability to think critically, to defend their ideas and understand the ideas of others, they cannot fully participate in our democracy. Continuing along this path, says writer Earl Shorris, “We will become a second-rate country. We will have a less civil society.”“Intellect is resented as a form of power or privilege,” writes historian and professor Richard Hofstadter in Anti-intellectualism in American Life, a Pulitzer-Prize winning book on the roots of anti-intellectualism in US politics, religion, and education. From the beginning of our history, says Hofstadter, our democratic and populist urges have driven us to reject anything that smells of elitism. Practicality, common sense, and native intelligence have been considered more noble qualities than anything you couldlearn from a book.Ralph Waldo Emerson and other Transcendentalist philosophers thought schooling and rigorous book learning put unnatural restraints on children: “We are shut up in schools and college recitation rooms for 10 or 15 years and come out at last with a bellyful of words and do not know a thing.”Mark Twain's Huckleberry Finn exemplified American anti-intellectualism. Its hero avoids being civilized—going to school and learning to read—so he can preserve his innate goodness.Intellect, according to Hofstadter, is different from native intelligence, a quality we reluctantly admire. Intellect is the critical, creative, and contemplative side of the mind. Intelligence seeks to grasp, manipulate, re-order, and adjust, while intellect examines, ponders, wonders, theorizes, criticizes, and imagines.School remains a place where intellect is mistrusted. Hofstadter says our country's educational system is in the grips of people who “joyfully and militantly proclaim their hostility to intellect and their eagerness to identify with children who show the leastintellectual promise.”36. What do American parents expect their children to acquire in school?[A] The habit of thinking independently. [B] Profound knowledge of the world.[C] Practical abilities for future career. [D] The confidence in intellectual pursuits.37. We can learn from the text that Americans have a history of________.[A] undervaluing intellect.[B] favoring intellectualism.[C] supporting school reform. [D] suppressing native intelligence.38. The views of Raviteh and Emerson on schooling are ______.[A] identical. [B] similar. [C] complementary. [D] opposite.39. Emerson, according to the text, is probably _________.[A] a pioneer of education reform. [B] an opponent of intellectualism.[C] a scholar in favor of intellect.[D] an advocate of regular schooling.40. What does the author think of intellect?[A] It is second to intelligence. [B] It evolves from common sense.[C] It is to be pursued. [D] It underlies power。

2004年1月大学英语四级考试试题及参考答案

2004年1月大学英语四级考试试题及参考答案Part I ListeningComprehension (20 minutes)Section ADirections: In this section, you will hear 10 short conversations. At the end of each conversation, a question will be asked about what was said. Both the conversation Θ㷯▆ 땳 쓖/©版权所有沪江网쓖 땳 ▆㷯Θ and the question will be spoken only once. After each question 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 the Answer Sheet with a single line through the centre.Example: You will hear:You will read:A) At the office.B) In the waiting room.C) At the airport.D) In a restaurant.From the conversation we know that the two were talking about some work they had to finish in the evening. This conversation is most likely to have taken place at the office. Therefore, A) "At the office" is the best answer. You should choose [A] on the Answer Sheet 쉀ﾐ鱕㌡砝骔/podcast.htm©版权所有沪江网骔砝㌡鱕ﾐ쉀and mark itwith a single line through the centre.Samp le Answer [A] [B] [C] ID]1.A) The man could buy a shirt of a different color.B) The size of the shirt is all right for the man.C) The size the man wants will arrive soon.D) The man could come some time later.2.A) The woman is watching an exciting film with the man.B) The woman can’t take a photo of the man.C) The woman is running toward the lake.D) The woman is filming the lake.3.A) It’s quiet in the restaurant.B) The price is high in the restaurant.C) The restaurant serves good food.D) The restaurant is too far from their school.4.A) At a booking office.B) In a Hong Kong hotel.C) On a busy street.D) At an airport.5.A) The woman has been complaining too much.B) The woman’s headache will go away by itself.C) The woman should have seen the doctor earlier.D) The woman should confirm her appointment with the doctor.6.A) Help the woman move the items.B) Hurry to Mr.Johnson’s offi ce.C) Help move things to Mr.Johnson’s office.D) Put off his appointment with Mr.Johnson.7.A) The man should not dream of being a superstar.B) The man didn’t practice hard enough.C) The man should find a new partner.D) The man should not give up.8.A) There is no more left.B) It doesn’t appeal to her.C) It’s incredibly delicious.D) She has already tasted it.9.A) The man is usually the last to hand in his test paper.B) The man has made a mess of his midterm exam.C) The man has bad study habits.D) The man is a diligent student.10.A) The man will drive the woman to school.B) The man has finished his assignment.C) The man is willing to help the woman.D) The man is losing patience with the woman.Section BPassage OneQuestions 11 to 13 are based on the passage you have just heard.11.A) The art of saying thank you.B) The secret of staying pretty.C) The importance of good manners.D) The difference between elegance and good manners.12.A) They were nicer 藵댽㛱揂謾扐愞 /event/©版权所有沪江网愞扐謾揂㛱댽藵and gentler.B) They paid more attention to their appearance.C) They were willing to spend more money on clothes.D) They were more aware of changes in fashion.13.A) By decorating our homes.B) By being kind and generous.C) By wearing fashionable clothes.D) By putting on a little make-up.Passage TwoQuestions 14 to 16 are based on the passage you have just heard.14.A) Children don’t get enough education in safety.B) Children are keen on dangerous games.C) The playgrounds are in poor condition.D) The playgrounds are overcrowded.15.A) They should help maintain the equipment.B) They should keep a watchful eye on their children.C) They should stop their children from climbing ladders.D) They should teach their children how to use the equipment.16.A) They tend to stay within shouting or running distance of their parents.B) They should be aware of the porential risks in the playground.C) They may panic in front of high playground equipment.D) They can be creative when they feel secure.Passage ThereQuestions 17 to 20 are based on the passage you have just heard.]17.A) It takes skill.B) It pays well.C) It’s full-time job.D) It’s admired worldwide.18.A) A mother with a baby in her arms.B) A woman whose bag is hanging in front.C) A lone female with a handbag at her right side.D) An old lady carrying a h鴙瑯 Ǣ 겋㎂㔗/q/©版权所有沪江网㔗㎂겋 Ǣ 瑯鴙andbag on the left.19.A) The back pocket of his tight trousers.B) The top pocket of his jacket.C) A side pocket of his jacket.D) A side pocket of his trousers.20.A) Theater lobbies with uniformed security guards.B) Clothing stores where people are relaxed and off guard.C) Airports where people carry a lot of luggage.D) Hotels and restaurants in southeast London.Part II ReadingComprehension (35 minutes)Directions: There are 4 passages in this part. Each passage is followed by some questions or unfinished statements. For each of them there are four choices marked A), B), C) Θ㷯▆ 땳 쓖/©版权所有沪江网쓖 땳 ▆㷯Θand D). You should decide on the best choice and mark the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the centre.Passage OneQuestions 21 to 25 are based on the following passage.I'm usually fairly skeptical about any research that concludes that people are either happier or unhappier or more or less certain of themselves than they were 50 years ago. While any of these statements might be true, they are practically impossible to prove scientifically. Still, I was struck by a report which concluded that today's children are significantly more anxious than children in the 1950s. In fact, the analysis showed, normal children ages 9 to 17 exhibit a higher level of anxiety today than children who were treated for mental illness 50 years ago. Why are America's kids so stressed? The report cites two main causes: increasing physical isolation -- brought on by high divorce rates and less involvement incommunity, among other things -- 쉀ﾐ鱕㌡砝骔/podcast.htm©版权所有沪江网骔砝㌡鱕ﾐ쉀and a growing perception that the world is a more dangerous place.Given that we can't turn the clock back, adults can still do plenty to help the next generation cope.At the top of the list is nurturing ( 培育 ) a better appreciation of the limits of individualism. No child is an island. Strengthening social ties helps build communities and protect individuals against stress.To help kids build stronger connections with others, you can pull the plug on TVs 藵댽㛱揂謾扐愞 /event/©版权所有沪江网愞扐謾揂㛱댽藵and computers. Your family will thank you later. They will have more time for face-to-face relationships, and they will get more sleep.Limit the amount of virtual (虚拟的) violence your children are exposed to. It's not just video games and movies; children see a lot of murder 鴙瑯 Ǣ 겋㎂㔗/q/©版权所有沪江网㔗㎂겋 Ǣ 瑯鴙and crime on the local news.Keep your expectations for your children reasonable. Many highly successful people never attended Harvard or Yale.Make exercise part of your daily routine. It will help you cope with your own anxieties and provide a good model for your kids. Sometimes anxiety is unavoidable. But it doesn't have to ruin your life.21. The author thinks that the conclusions of any research about people's state ofmind are______.A) surprising B) confusing C) illogical D) questionable22. What does the author mean when he says, "we can't turn the clock back" (Line 1, Para. 3)?A) It's impossible to slow down the pace of change.B) The social reality children are facing cannot be changed.C) Lessons learned from the past should not be forgotten.D) It's impossible to forget the past.23. According to an analysis, compared with normal children today, children treated as mentally ill 50 years ago____.A) were less isolated physicallyB) were probably less self-centeredC) probably suffered less from anxietyD) were considered less individualistic24. The first and most important thing parents should do to help their children is ____.A) to provide them with a safer environmentB) to lower their expectations for themC) to get them more involved sociallyD) to set a good model for them to follow25. What conclusion can be drawn from the passage?A) Anxiety, though unavoidable, can be coped with.B) Children's anxiety has been enormously exaggerated.C) Children's anxiety can be eliminated with more parental care.D) Anxiety, if properly controlled, may help children become mature.Passage TwoQuestions 26 to 30 are based on the following passage.It is easier to negotiate initial salary requirement because once you are inside, the organizational constraints ( 约束 ) influence wage increases. One thing, however, is certain: your chances of getting the raise you feel you deserve are less if you don't at least ask for it. Men tend to ask for more, �纰Ί鲉帒碪䪿 /menu.htm©版权所有沪江网䪿碪帒鲉Ί纰�and they get more, and this holds true with other resources, not just pay increases. Consider Beth's story:I did not get what I wanted when I did not ask for it. We had cubicle ( 小隔间 ) offices and window offices. I sat in the cubicles with several male colleagues. One by one they were moved into window offices, while I remained in the cubicles, several males who were hired after me also went to offices. One in particular told me he was next in line for an office 퐞 븓ㄍ낽 �/©版权所有沪江网� 낽ㄍ븓 퐞and that it had been part of his negotiations for the job. I guess they thought me content to stay in the cubicles since I did not voice my opinion either way.It would be nice if we all received automatic pay increases equal to our merit, but "nice" isn't a quality attributed to most organizations. If you feel you deservea significant raise in pay, you'll probably have to ask for it.Performance is your best bargaining chip ( 筹码 ) when you are seeking a raise. You must be able to demonstrate that you deserve a raise. Timing is also a good bargaining chip. If you can give your boss something he or she needs (a new client or a sizable contract, for example) just before merit pay decisions are being made, you are more likely to get the raise you want.Use information as a bargaining chip too. Find out what you are worth on the open market.What will someone else pay for your services?Go into the negotiations prepared to place your chips on the table at the appropriate time and prepared to use communication style to guide the direction of the interaction.26. According to the passage, before taking a job, a person should _____.A) demonstrate his capability B) give his boss a good impressionC) ask for as much money as he can D) ask for the salary he hopes to get27. What can be inferred from Beth's story?A) Prejudice against women still exists in some organizations.B) If people want what they deserve, they have to ask for it.C) People should not be content with what they have got.D) People should be careful when negotiating for a job.28. We can learn from the passage that ____.A) unfairness exists in salary increasesB) most people are overworked and underpaidC) one should avoid overstating one's performanceD) most organizations give their staff automatic pay raises29. To get a pay raise, a person should______.A) advertise himself on the job marketB) persuade his boss to sign a long-term contractC) try to get inside information about the organizationD) do something to impress his boss just before merit pay decisions30. To be successful in negotiations, one must_____.A) meet his boss at the appropriate timeB) arrive at the negotiation table punctuallyC) be good at influencing the outcome of the interactionD) be familiar with what the boss likes 㛄泍隣쥺陯筲沪江四六级欢迎您!©版权所有沪江网筲陯쥺隣泍㛄 and dislikesPassage ThreeQuestions 31 to 35 are based on the following passage.When families gather for Christmas dinner, some will stick to formal traditions dating back to Grandma's generation. Their tables will be set with the good dishes and silver, 䓐븑밉 뛤 䚗롱/menu.htm©版权所有沪江网롱䚗 뛤 밉븑䓐and the dress code will be Sunday-best.But in many other homes, this china-and-silver elegance has given way to astoneware ( 粗陶) -and-stainless informality, with dresses assuming an equally casual-Friday look. For hosts 쯫㡆攆䥞忛䃵 Ʃ/goal.htm©版权所有沪江网Ʃ 䃵忛䥞攆㡆쯫and guests, the change means greater simplicity and comfort. For makers of fine china in Britain, itspells economic hard times.Last week Royal Doulton, the largest employer in Stoke-on-Trent, announced that it is eliminating 1,000jobs -- one-fifth of its total workforce. That brings to more than 4,000 the number of positions lost in 18 months in the pottery (陶瓷) region. Wedgwood and other pottery factories made cuts earlier.Although a strong pound 福便䃅䜺 ©版权所有沪江网䜺䃅便福and weak markets in Asia play a role in the downsizing, the layoffs in Stoke have their roots in earthshaking social shifts. A spokesman for Royal Doulton admitted that the company "has been somewhat slow in catching up with the trend" toward casual dining. Families eat together less often, he explained, and more people eat alone, either because they are single or they eat in front of television;Even dinner parties, if they happen at all, have gone casual. In a time of long work hours and dem煉輸愬痲 앝馷찆/group.htm©版权所有沪江网찆馷앝 痲愬輸煉anding family schedules, busy hosts insist, rightly, that it's better to share a takeout pizza on paper plates in the family room than to wait for the perfect moment or a "real" dinner party. Too often, the perfect moment never comes. Iron a fine-patterned tablecloth? Forget it. Polish the silver? Who has time?Yet the loss of formality has its down side. The fine points of etiquette ( 礼节 ) that children might once have learned at the table by observation or instruction from parents and grandparents ("Chew with your mouth closed." "Keep your elbows off the table.") must be picked up elsewhere. Some companies now offer etiquette seminars for employees who may be competent professionally but clueless socially.31. The trend toward casual dining has resulted in_____.A) bankruptcy of fine china manufacturersB) shrinking of the pottery industryC) restructuring of large enterprisesD) economic recession in Great Britain32. Which of the following may be the best reason for casual dining?A) Family members need more time to relax.B) Busy schedules leave people no time for formality.C) People want to practice economy in times of scarcity.D) Young people won't follow the etiquette of the older generation.33. It can be learned from the passage that Royal Doulton is_____.A) a retailer of stainless steel tableware B) a dealer in stonewareC) a pottery chain store D) a producer of fine china34. The main cause of the layoffs in the pottery industry is_____.A) the increased value of the poundB) the economic recession in AsiaC) the change in people's way of lifeD) the fierce competition at home 雯쓱粚쾰 뤔/myfeed/©版权所有沪江网 뤔 쾰粚쓱雯 and abroad35. Refined table manners, though less popular than before in current sociallife_____.A) are still a must on certain occasionsB) axe bound to return sooner or laterC) are still being taught by parents at homeD) can help improve personal relationshipsPassage FourQuestions 36 to 40 are based on the following passage.Some houses are designed to be smart. Others have smart designs. An example of the second type of house won an Award of Excellence from the American Institute of Architects.Located on the shore of Sullivan's Island off the coast of South Carolina, the award-winning cube-shaped beach house was built to replace one smashed to pieces by Hurricane ( 飓风 ) Hugo 10 years ago. In September 1989, Hugo struck South Carolina, killing 18 people and damaging or destroying 36,000 homes in the state. Before Hugo, many new houses built along South Carolina's shoreline were poorly constructed, �赂䰒竱㶒ㅤṝ瞅/event/©版权所有沪江网瞅ṝㅤ㶒竱䰒赂�and enforcement of building codes wasn't strict, according to architect Ray Huff, who created the cleverly-designed beach house. In Hugo's wake,all new shoreline houses are required to meet stricter, better-enforced codes. The new beach house on Sullivan's Island should be able to withstand a Category 3 hurricane with peak winds of 179 to 209 kilometers per hour.At first sight, the house on Sullivan's Isl껜∦⊒絡竛滰鍻許/©版权所有沪江网許鍻滰竛絡⊒∦껜and looks anything but hurricane-proof. Its redwood shell makes it resemble "a large party lantern ( 灯笼 )" at night, according to one observer. But looks can be deceiving. The house's wooden frame is reinforced with long steel rods to give it extra strength.To further protect the house from hurricane damage, Huff raised it 2.7 meters off the ground on timber pilings -- long, slender columns of wood anchored deep in the sand. Pilings might appear insecure, but they are strong enough to support the weight of the house. They also elevate the house above storm surges. The pilings allow the surges to run under the house instead of running into it. "These swells of water come ashore at tremendous speeds and cause most of the damage done to beach-front buildings," said Huff.Huff designed the timber pilings to be partially concealed by the house's ground-to-roof shell. "The shell masks the pilings so that the house doesn't look like it's st 僢攊焜陂噲http://bulo.h /podcast.htm©版权所有沪江网噲陂焜攊僢 anding with its pant legs pulled up," said Huff. In the event of a storm surge, the shell should break apart and let the waves rush under the house, the architect explained.36. After the tragedy caused by Hurricane Hugo, new houses built along SouthCarolina's shore line are required_____.A) to be easily reinforced B) to look smarter in designC) to meet stricter building standards D) to be designed in the shape of cubes37. The award-winning beach house is quite strong because____.A) it is strengthened by steel rods B) it is made of redwoodC) it is in the shape of a shell D) it is built with timber 쏮枅覷�歃﹞ﺟ/event/©版权所有沪江网ﺟ﹞歃�覷枅쏮 and concrete 38. Huff raised the house 2.7 meters off the ground on timber pilings in order to _____.A) withstand peak winds of about 200 km/hrB) anchor stronger pilings deep in the sandC) break huge sea waves into smaller onesD) prevent water from rushing into the house39. The main function of the shell isA) to strengthen the pilings of the houseB) to give the house a better appearanceC)to protect the wooden frame of the houseD) to slow down the speed of the swelling water40. It can be inferred from the passage that the shell should be____.A) fancy-looking B) waterproof C) easily breakable D) extremely strong Part III Vocabulary (20 minutes)Directions: There are 30 incomplete sentences in this part. For each sentence thereare four choices marked A), B), C) Θ㷯▆ 땳 쓖/©版权所有沪江网쓖 땳 ▆㷯Θ and D). Choose the ONE answer that best completes the sentence. Then mark the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the centre.41. He asked us to _____ them in carrying through their plan.A) provide C) assistB) arouse D) persist42. A good many proposals were raised by the delegates, _____ was to be expected.A) that C) soB) what D) as43. He was such a _____ speaker that he held our attention every minute of the three-hour lecture.A) specific C) heroicB) dynamic D) diplomatic44. Arriving home, the boy told his parents about all the _____ which occurred in his dormitory.A) occasions C) incidentsB) matters D) issues45. The opening between the rocks was very narrow, but the boys managed to _____ through.A) press C) stretchB) squeeze D) leap46. They are trying to _____ the waste discharged by the factory for profit.A) expose C) exhibitB) exhaust D) exploit47. The manager urged his staff not to _____ the splendid opportunity.A) drop C) escapeB) miss D) slide48. _____ I admire David as a poet, I do not like him as a man.A) Much as C) If onlyB) Only if D) As much49. Because of a _____ engagement, Lora couldn't attend my birthday party last Saturday.A) pioneer C) priorB) premature D) past50. The continuous rain _____ the harvesting of the wheat crop by two weeks.A) set back C) set outB) set off D) set aside51. Not having a good command of English can be a serious _____ preventing you from achieving your goals.A) obstacle C) offenseB) fault D) distress52. It's very _____ of you not to talk aloud while the baby is asleep.A) concerned C) considerableB) careful D) considerate53.Many a player who had been highly thought of has _____ from the tennis scene.A) disposed C) discouragedB) disappeared D) discarded54. She's fainted. Throw some water on her face and she'll _____.A) come round C) come onB) come along D) come out55. All their attempts to _____ the child from the burning building were in vain.A) regain C) rescueB) recover D) reserve56. Computer technology will _____ a revolution in business administration.A) bring around C) bring outB) bring about D) bring up57. The university has launched a research center to develop new ways of _____ bacteria which have become resistant to drug treatments.A) regulating C) interruptingB) halting D) combating58. The _____ goal of the book is to help bridge the gap between research 쉀ﾐ鱕㌡砝骔/podcast.htm©版权所有沪江网骔砝㌡鱕ﾐ쉀and teaching, particularly the gap between researchers and teachers.A) joint C) overallB) intensive D) decisive59. The rapid development of communications technology is transforming the _____ in which people communicate across time and space.A) route C) visionB) transmission D) manner60. When I go out in the evening I use the bike _____ the car if I can.A) rather than C) in spite ofB) regardless of D) other than61.There is no _____ evidence that people can control their dreams, at least in experimental situations in a lab.A) rigid C) smoothB) solid D) harsh62. Every culture has developed _____ for certain kinds of food 藵댽㛱揂謾扐愞 /event/©版权所有沪江网愞扐謾揂㛱댽藵and drink, and equally strong negative attitudes toward others.A) preferences C) fantasiesB) expectations D) fashions63. It is reported that Uruguay understands 鴙瑯 Ǣ 겋㎂㔗/q/©版权所有沪江网㔗㎂겋 Ǣ 瑯鴙and _____ China on human rights issues.A) grants C) abandonsB) changes D) backs64. Only a few people have _____ to the full facts of the incident.A) access C) contactB) resort D) path65. His trousers _____ when he tried to jump over the fence.A) cracked C) brokeB) split D) burst66. So far, _____ winds and currents have kept the thick patch of oil southeast of the Atlantic coast.A) governing C) prevailingB) blowing D) ruling67. The author was required to submit an _____ of about 200 words together with his research paper.A) edition C) articleB) editorial D) abstract68. As the old empires were broken up �纰Ί鲉帒碪䪿/menu.htm©版权所有沪江网䪿碪帒鲉Ί纰�and new states were formed, new official tongues began to _____ at an increasing rate.A) bring up C) spring upB) build up D) strike up69. Many patients insist on having watches with them in hospital, _____ they have no schedules to keep.A) even though C) as ifB) for D) since70. Some plants are very _____ to light; they prefer the shade.A) sensible C) objectiveB) flexible D) sensitivePart IV Cloze (15 minutes)Directions: There are 20 blanks in the following passage. For each blank there are four choices marked A), B), C) Θ㷯▆ 땳 쓖/©版权所有沪江网쓖 땳 ▆㷯Θ and D) on the right side of the paper, You should choose the ONE that best fits into the passage. Then mark the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the centre.It's an annual back-to-school routine. One morning you wave goodbye, and that 71 evening you're burning the late-night oil in sympathy. In the race to improve educational standards, 72 are throwing the books at kids. 73 elementary school students are complaining of homework 74 . What's awell-meaning parent to do?As hard as 75 may be, sit back 쉀ﾐ鱕㌡砝骔/podcast.htm©版权所有沪江网骔砝㌡鱕ﾐ쉀and chill, experts advise. Though you've got to get them to do it, 76 helping too much, or even examining 77 too carefully, you may keep them 78 doing it by themselves. "I wouldn't advise a parent to check every 79 assignment," says psychologist John Rosemond, author Of Ending the Tough Homework. "There'sa 80 of appreciation for trial and error. Let your children 81 the grade they deserve."Many experts believe parents should gently look over the work of younger children and ask them to rethink their 82 . But "you don't want them to feel it has to be 83 ," she says.That's not to say parents should 84 homework -- first, they should monitor how much homework their kids 85 . Thirty minutes a day in the early elementary years 藵댽㛱揂謾扐愞 /event/©版权所有沪江网愞扐謾揂㛱댽藵and an hour in 86 four, five, and six is standard, says Rosemond. For junior-high students it should be " 87 mom than an hour 鴙瑯 Ǣ 겋㎂㔗/q/©版权所有沪江网㔗㎂겋 Ǣ 瑯鴙and a half," and two for high-school students. If your child 88 has mom homework than this, you may want to check 89 other parents and then talk to the teacherabout 90 assignment71. A) very C) rightB) exact D) usual72. A) officials C) expertsB) parents D) schools73. A) Also C) ThenB) Even D) However74. A) fatigue C) dutyB) confusion D) puzzle75. A) there C) theyB) we D) it76. A) via C) byB) under D) for77. A) questions C) st�纰Ί鲉帒碪䪿 /menu.htm©版权所有沪江网䪿碪帒鲉Ί纰�andardsB) answers' D) rules78. A) off C) beyondB) without D) from79. A) single C) pageB) piece D) other80. A) drop C) cutB) short D) lack81. A) acquire C) gatherB) earn D) reach82. A) exercises C) mistakesB) defects D) tests83. A) perfect C) unusualB) better D) complete84. A) forget C) missB) refuse D) ignore85. A) have C) makeB) prepare D) perform86. A) classes C) gradesB) groups D) terms87. A) about C) muchB) no D) few88. A) previously C) merelyB) rarely D) consistently89. A) with C) outB) in D) up90. A) finishing C) reducingB) lowering D) decliningPart V Writing (30 minutes)Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write a letter in reply to a friend's inquiry about applying for admission to your college or university. You should write at least 120 words according to the outline given below in Chinese: 1．建议报考的专业及理由2．报考该专业的基本条件3．应当如何备考A Letter in Reply to a FriendDecember 27th, 2003Dear2004年1月四级答案：1. A2. B3. A4. D5. C6. B7. D8. B9. C 10. D11. C 12. A 13. B 14. C 15. B 16.D 17. A 18. C 19. A 20. B21. D 22. B 23. C 24. C 25. A 26. D 27. B 28. A 29. D 30. A31. B 32. B 33. D 34. C 35. A 36. C 37. A 38. D 39. B 40. C41. C 42. D 43. B 44.C 45. B 46.D 47. B 48. A 49. C 50. A51. A 52. D 53. B 54. A 55. C 56. B 57. D 58.C 59.D 60. A61. B 62. A 63. D 64. A 65. B 66. C 67. D 68. C 69. A 70. D71. A 72.B 73. B 74. A 75. D 76.C 77. B 78.D 79. A 80. D81. B 82. C 83. A 84. D 85. A 86.C 87. B 88.D 89. A 90. C。

2004年1月大学英语四级试题 2阅读理解及注释 (1)

2004年1月大学英语四级阅读理解2004年1月大学英语四级阅读理解第1篇Questions 21 to 25 are based on the following passage:I’m usually fairly skeptical about any research that concludes that people are either happier or unhappier or more or less certain of themselves than they were 50 years ago. While any of these statements might be true, they are practically impossible to prove scientifically. Still, I was struck by a report which concluded that today’s children are significantly more anxious than children in the 1950s. In fact, the analysis showed, normal children age 9 to 17 exhibit a higher level of anxiety today than children who were treated for mental illness 50 years ago.Why are America’s kids so stressed? The report cites two main causes: increasing physical isolation – brought on by high divorce rates and less involvement in community, among other things – and a growing perception that the world is a more dangerous place.Given that we can’t turn the clock back, adults can still do plenty to help the next generation cope.At the top of the list is nurturing(培育) a better appreciation of the limits of individualism. No child is an island. Strengthening social ties helps build communities and protect individuals against stress.To help kids build stronger connections with others, you can pull the plug on TVs and computers. Your family will thank you later. They will have more time for face – to – face relationships, ad they will get more sleep.Limit the amount of virtual(虚拟的) violence your children are exposed to. It’s not just video games and movies; children see a lot of murders and crimes on the local news.Keep you expectations for your children reasonable. Many highly successful people never attended Harvard or Yale.Make exercise part of your daily routine. It will help you cope with your own anxieties and provide a good model for your kids. Sometimes anxiety is unavoidable. But it doesn’t’ have to ruin your life.21. The author thinks that the conclusions of any research about people’s state of mind are ____.A) surprisingB) confusingC) illogicalD) questionable22. What does the author means when he says, “we cant’ turn the clock back”(Line 1, Para. 3)?A) It’s impossible to slow down the pace of change.B) The social reality children are facing cannot be changed.C) Lessons learned from the past should not be forgotten.D) It’s impossible to forget the past.23. According to an analysis, compared with normal children today, children treated as mentally ill 50 years ago ____.A) were less isolated physicallyB) were probably less self-centeredC) probably suffered less from anxietyD) were considered less individualistic24. The first and most important thing parents should do to help their children is ____.A) to provide them with a safer environmentB) to lower their expectations for themC) to get them more involved sociallyD) to set a good model for them to follow25. What conclusion can be drawn from the passage?A) Anxiety, though unavoidable, can be coped with.B) Children’s anxiety has been enormously exaggerated.C) Children’s anxiety can be eliminated with more parental care.D) Anxiety, if properly controlled, may help children become mature.2004年1月大学英语四级阅读理解第1篇【参考译文】我经常怀疑任何研究的结论说人们比50年前更快乐或更不快乐和更相信自己或更不相信自己。

大学英语四级真题2004年01月

大学英语四级真题2004年01月(总分：90.00，做题时间：90分钟)一、{{B}}Part Ⅰ Listening Comprehension{{/B}}(总题数：2，分数：10.00){{B}}Section A{{/B}}{{B}}Section A{{/B}}（分数：5.00）A.The man could buy a shirt of a different color. √B.The size of the shirt is all right for the man.C.The size the man wants will arrive soon.D.The man could come some time later.解析：[听力原文] M: I like the color of this shirt. Do you have a larger size? W: This is the largest in this color. Other colors come in all sizes. Q: What does the woman imply?A.The woman is watching an exciting film with the man.B.The woman can't take a photo of the man. √C.The woman is running toward the lake.D.The woman is filming the lake.解析：[听力原文] M: Look, the view is fantastic. Could you take a picture of me with the lake in the background? W: I am afraid I just ran out of film. Q: What do we learn from the conversation?A.It's quiet in the restaurant. √B.The price is high in the restaurant.C.The restaurant serves good food.D.The restaurant is too far from their school.解析：[听力原文] M: The food in this restaurant is horrible. If only we'd gone to the school dining hall. W: But the food isn't everything. Isn't it nice just to get away from all the noise? Q: What can we learn from the conversation?A.At a booking office.B.In a Hong Kong hotel.C.On a busy streetD.At an airport. √解析：[听力原文] W: Can I help you, sir? M: Yes, can you show me the way to Gate 9 for Flight 901 to Hong Kong? I am quite confused here. Q: Where does the conversation most probably take place?A.The woman has been complaining too much.B.The woman's headache will go away by itself.C.The woman should have seen the doctor earlier. √D.The woman should confirm her appointment with the doctor.解析：[听力原文] W: My headache is killing me. I thought it was going away, but now it's getting worse and worse. M: I told you yesterday to make an appointment. Q: What does the man mean? （分数：5.00）A.Help the woman move the items.B.Hurry to Mr. Johnson's office. √C.Help move things to Mr. Johnson's office.D.Put off his appointment with Mr. Johnson.解析：[听力原文] W. Can you give me a hand, Mike? I want to move a few heavy items into the car. M: I'd like to, but I am already five minutes late for my appointment with Mr. Johnson. And his office is on the other side of the campus. Q: What will the man most probably do?A.The man should not dream of being a superstar.B.The man didn't practice hard enough.C.The man should find a new partner.D.The man should not give up. √解析：[听力原文] M: I think you'd better find another partner. I love table tennis, but I don't think I am improving. W: Look, Paul. It's still too early to quit. Nobody expects you to be a superstar. Just keep going and you will get the hang of it. Q: What does the woman mean?A.There is no more left.B.It doesn't appeal to her. √C.It's incredibly delicious.D.She has already tasted it.解析：[听力原文] M: Would you like to try the banana pie? It's in credible. W: Well, to tell the truth, I don't care much for dessert. Q: What does the woman say about the banana pie?A.The man is usually the last to hand in his test paper.B.The man has made a mess of his midterm exam.C.The man has bad study habits. √D.The man is a diligent student.解析：[听力原文] M: I am exhausted. I stayed up the whole night studying for my midterm maths exam. W: But why do you always wait until the last minute? Q: What does the woman imply?A.The man will drive the woman to school.B.The man has finished his assignment.C.The man is willing to help the woman.D.The man is losing patience with the woman. √解析：[听力原文] M: I really can't afford any more interruptions right now. I've got to finish the assignment. W: Sorry,just one more thing,Could you give me a ride to school tomorrow? Q: What can be inferred from the comversation?二、{{B}}Section B{{/B}}(总题数：1，分数：3.00){{B}}Passage One Questions 11 to 13 are based on the passage you have just heard.{{/B}} {{B}}Passage One Questions 11 to 13 are based on the passage you have just heard.{{/B}}（分数：3.00）A.The art of saying thank you.B.The secret of staying pretty.C.The importance of good manners. √D.The difference between elegance and good manners.解析：[听力原文] Passage One Do you remember a time when people were a little nicer and gentler with each other? I certainly do. And I feel that much of the world has somehow gotten away from that. Too often I see people rushing into elevators without giving those inside a chance to get off first, or never saying "thank you" when others hold a door open for them. We get lazy and in our laziness we think that something like a simple "thank you" doesn't really matter. But it can matter very much. The fact is that no matter how nicely we dress or how beautifully we decorate our homes, we can't be truly elegant without good manners, because elegance and good manners always go hand in hand. In fact, I think of good manners as a sort of hidden beauty secret. Haven't you noticed that the kindest, most generous people seem to keep getting prettier? It's funny how that happens, but it does. Take the long-lost art of saying "thank you", like wearing a little make-up, or making sure your hair is neat. Getting into the habit of saying "thank you" can make you feel better about yourself. Good manners add to your image, while an angry face makes the best dressed person look ugly. Questions 11 to 13 are based on the passage you have just heard. 11. What is the passage mainly about?A.They were nicer and gentler. √B.They paid more attention to their appearance.C.They were willing to spend more money on clothes.D.They were more aware of changes in fashion.解析：[听力原文] What does the speaker say about people of the past?A.By decorating our homes.B.By being kind and generous. √C.By wearing fashionable clothes.D.By putting on a little make-up.解析：[听力原文] According to the speaker how can we best improve our image?三、{{B}}Passage Two (总题数：1，分数：3.00)（分数：3.00）A.Children don't get enough education in safety.B.Children are keen on dangerous games.C.The playgrounds are in poor condition. √D.The playgrounds are overcrowded.解析：[听力原文] Passage Two "Go to the playground and have fun," parents will often say to their kids. But they should remember playgrounds can be dangerous. Each year about 200,000 children end up in hospital emergency rooms with playground injuries. Many injuries involve fails from too high equipment onto too hard surfaces. Nearly 70 percent of the injuries happen on public playgrounds. Recent studies show they may be badly designed, their protective surfaces are inadequate, and their equipment is poorly maintained. Parents should make sure that the equipment in the playground is safe and their children are playing safely. Last year, the national program for playground W: Sorry, just one more thing. Could you give me a ride to school tomorrow? Q: What can be inferred from the conversation? safety gave the nation's playgrounds a grade of C for safety after visiting more than 3000 playgrounds nationwide. Parents should watch closely. They should always be within shouting and running distance of their children. Young children don't understand cause and effect, so they may run in front of moving swings. They're also better at climbing Up than getting down, so they may panic at the top of a ladder. It's important for children to know you're watching them. Once they feel that sense of security, that's when they can be creative. Questions 14 to 16 are based on the passage you have just heard. 14. What is the cause of playground injuries?A.They should help maintain the equipment.B.They should keep a watchful eye on their children. √C.They should stop their children from climbing ladders.D.They should teach their children how to use the equipment.解析：[听力原文] What should parents do to prevent playground injuries?A.They tend to stay within shouting or running distance of their parents.B.They should be aware of the potential risks in the playground.C.They may panic in front of high playground equipment.D.They can be creative when they feel secure. √解析：[听力原文] What does the speaker say about young children?四、{{B}}Passage Three (总题数：1，分数：4.00)（分数：4.00）A.It takes skill. √B.It pays well.C.It's a full-time job.D.It's admired worldwide.解析：[听力原文] Passage Three For twenty five years I was a full-time thief, specializing in picking pockets, Where I come from in southeast London, that's an honorable profession. Anyone can break in a house and steal things, but picking somebody's pocket takes skill. My sister and I were among the most successful pickpocket teams in London. We worked in hotel and theatre lobbies,airports, shopping centers and restaurants. Now we don't steal any more, but this crime is worldwide. Here's how to protect your self. Professional pickpockets do not see victim, only hand bags, jewels and money. Mothers with babies, the elderly, the disabled are all fair game. My preferred target was the lone female, handbag at her side, the right side to be exact. So if I'm next to her, I can reach it cautiously with my right hand across my body. Only about one woman in a thousand carries her bag on the left, and I tended to steer clear of them. Women whose bags are hanging in front of them are tricky for the pickpocket as there isn't a blind side. If you want to make it even harder, use a bag with handles rather than a strap. For men, one of the best places to keep a wallet is in the back pocket of tight trousers. You'll feel any attempts to move it. Another good place is in the buttoned-up inside pocket of a jacket. There is just no way in. Even better, keep wallets attached to a cord or chain that is fastened to a belt. A pickpocket needs targets who are relaxed and off-guard. The perfect setting is a clothing store. When customers wander among the racks they are completely absorbed in the items they hold up. The presence of a uniformed security guard is even better. A false sense of security makes a pickpocket's job much simpler. Questions 17 to 20 are based on the passage you have just heard.17. Why does the speaker say that picking somebody's pocket is an honorable profession in southeast Lon don?A.A mother with a baby in her arms.B.A woman whose bag is hanging in front.C.A lone female with a handbag at her right side. √D.An old lady carrying a handbag on the left.解析：[听力原文] According to the speaker, who is most likely to become a victim of pickpockets?A.The back pocket of his tight trousers. √B.The top pocket of his jacket.C.A side pocket of his jacket.D.A side pocket of his trousers.解析：[听力原文] In the speaker's opinion, what's the best place for a man to keep his wallet?A.Theater lobbies with uniformed security guards.B.Clothing stores where people are relaxed and off guard. √C.Airports where people carry a lot of luggage.D.Hotels and restaurants in southeast London.解析：[听力原文] What is the perfect setting for picking pockets according to the speaker?五、{{B}}Part Ⅱ Reading Comprehension{{/B}}(总题数：5，分数：10.00)1.The author thinks that the conclusions of any research about people's state of mind are _______. （分数：2.00）A.surprisingB.illogicalC.confusingD.questionable √解析：题目中的people's state of mind就是第1句中的either happier or unhappier or more or less certain of themselves。

2004年英语四级真题CET1

2004年英语四级真题CET12004年6月19日试卷Part I Listening Comprehension (20 minutes)Section ADirections: In this section, you will hear 10 short conversations. At the end of each conversation, a question will be asked about what was said. Both the conversation and the question will be spoken only once. After each question 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 the Answer Sheet with a single line through the center.Example: Y ou will hear:You will read:A) At the office.B) In the waiting room.C) At the airport.D) In a restaurant.From the conversation we know that the two were talking about some work they will start at 9 o’clo ck in the morning and have to finish at 2 inB) At 10:25. D) At 10:45.4. A) The man no longer smokes.B) The man is under pressure from his wife.C) The man usually follows his wife's advice.D) The man refuses to listen to his doctor's advice.5. A) Move to a big city. C) Go back to school.B) Become a teacher. D) Work in New York.6. A) Quit delivering flowers. C) Bring her flowers every day.B) Work at a restaurant. D) Leave his job to work for her.7. A) She can find the right person to help the man.B) She can help the man out.C) She's also in need of a textbook.D) She picked up the book from the bus floor.8. A) The man was confused about the date of the appointment.B) The man wants to change the date of the appointment.C) The man is glad he's got in touch with the doctor.D) The man can't come for the appointment at 4:15.9. A) The two speakers are at a loss what to do.B) The man is worried about his future.C) The two speakers are seniors at college.D) The woman regrets spending her time idly.10. A) She has learned a lot from the novel.B) She also found the plot difficult to follow.C) She usually has difficulty remembering names.D) She can recall the names of most characters in the novel.Section B Compound DictationDirections:In this section, you will hear a passage three times. When the passage isread for the first time, you should listencarefully for its general idea. When thepassage is read for the second time, youare required to fill in the blanks numberedfrom SI to S7 with the exact words youhave just heard. For blanks numberedfrom S8 to SIO you are required to fill inthe missing information. You can eitheruse the exact words you have just heard orwrite down the main points in your ownwords. Finally, when the passage is readfor the third time, you should check whatyou have written.The Library of Congress is America’s national library. It has millions of books and other objects. It has newspapers, (S1)______________________________________ _ publications as well as letters of (S2)_________________________ interest. It also has maps, photographs, art (S3)____________________, movies, sound recordings and musical (S4)__________________. All together, it has more than 100 million objects.The Library of Congress is open to the publicMonday through Saturday, except for public holidays. Anyone may go there and read anything in the collection. But no one is (S5)_________ to take books out of the building. The Library of Congress was (S6)__________________ in 1800. It started with eleven boxes of books in one room of the Capitol building. By 1814, the collection had increased to about 3,000 books. They were all (S7)_______________ that year when the Capitol was burned down during America’s war with Britain.To help re-build the library, Congress bought the books of President Thomas Jefferson. Mr. Jefferson’s collection included 7,000 books in seven languages.(S8)____________________________________ __________________________________. Today, three buildings hold the library’s collection.(S9)____________________________________ __________________________________. It buys some of its books and gets others as gifts. It alsogets materials through its copyright office. (S10) _________________________________________ _________________________. This means the Library of Congress receives almost everything that is published in the United States.Part II Reading Comprehension (35 minutes) Direction: There are 4 passages in this part.Each passage is followed by somequestions or unfinished statements. Foreach of them there are four choicesmarked A), B) C) and D). You shoulddecide on the best choice and mark thecorresponding letter on the Answer Sheetwith a single line through the center.Passage OneQuestions 11 to 15 are based on the following passage.A is for always getting to work on time.B is for being extremely busy.C is for the conscientious (勤勤恳恳的) wayyou do your job.You may be all these things at the office, and more. But when it comes to getting ahead, experts say, the ABCs of business should include a P, for politics, as in office politics.Dale Carnegie suggested as much more than 50 years ago: Hard work alone doesn't ensure career advancement. You have to be able to sell yourself and your ideas, both publicly and behind the scenes. Yet, despite the obvious rewards of engaging in office politics — a better job, a raise, praise —many people are still unable — or unwilling — to "play the game." "People assume that office politics involves some manipulative (工于心计的) behavior," says Deborah Comer, an assistant professor of management at Hofstra University. "But politics derives from the word 'polite'. It can mean lobbying and forming associations. It can mean being kind and helpful, or even trying to please your superior, and then expecting something in return."In fact, today, experts define office politics as proper behavior used to pursue one's own self-interest in the workplace. In many cases, this involves some form Of Socializing within the office environment —not just in large companies, but in small workplaces as well. "The first thing people are usually judged on is their ability to perform well on a consistent basis,'" says Neil P Lewis, a management psychologist. “But if two or three candidates are up for a promotion, each of whom has reasonably similar ability, a manager is going to promote the person he or she likes best. It's simple human nature.”Yet, psychologists say, many employees and employers have trouble with the concept of politics in the office. Some people, they say, have an idealistic vision of work and what it takes to succeed. Still others associate politics with flattery (奉承), fearful that, if they speak up for themselves, they may appear to be flattering their boss for favors.Experts suggest altering this negative picture by recognizing the need for some self-promotion.11. "Office politics" (Line 2, Para. 4) is used in the passage to refer to _______.A) the code of behavior for company staffB) the political views and beliefs of office workersC) the interpersonal relationships within a companyD) the various qualities required for a successful career12. To get promoted, one must not only be competent but _______.A) give his boss a good impression B) honest and loyal to his companyC) get along well with his colleagues D) avoid being too outstanding13. Why are many people unwilling to "play the game" (Line 4, Para. 5)?A) They believe that doing so is impractical.B) They feel that such behavior isunprincipled.C) They are not good at manipulating colleagues.D) They think the effort will get them nowhere.14. The author considers office politics to be _______.A) unwelcome at the workplaceB) bad for interpersonal relationshipsC) indispensable to the development of company cultureD) an important factor for personal advancement15. It is the author's view that _______.A) speaking up for oneself is part of human natureB) self-promotion does not necessarily mean flatteryC) hard work contributes very little to one's promotionD) many employees fail to recognize the needof flatteryPassage TwoQuestions 16 to 20 are based on the following passage:As soon as it was revealed that a reporter for Progressive magazine had discovered how to make a hydrogen bomb, a group of firearm (火器) fans formed the National Hydrogen Bomb Association, and they are now lobbying against any legislation to stop Americans from owning one.“The Constitution,”said the association’s spokesman, “gives everyone the right to own arms. It doesn’t spell out what kind of arms. But since anyone can now make a hydrogen bomb, the public should be able to buy it to protect themselves.”"Don't you think it's dangerous to have one in the house, particularly where there are children around?""The National Hydrogen Bomb Associationhopes to educate people in the safe handling of this type of weapon. We are instructing owners to keep the bomb in a locked cabinet and the fuse (导火索) separately in a drawer.""Some people consider the hydrogen bomb a very fatal weapon which could kill somebody." The spokesman said, "Hydrogen bombs don't kill people — people kill people. The bomb is for self-protection and it also has a deterrent effect. If somebody knows you have a nuclear weapon in your house, they're going to think twice about breaking in.""But those who want to ban the bomb for American citizens claim that if you have one locked in the cabinet, with the fuse in a drawer, you would never be able to assemble it in time to stop an intruder (侵入者).""Another argument against allowing people to own a bomb is that at the moment it is very expensive to build one. So what your association is backing is a program which would allow the middle and upper classes to acquire a bombwhile poor people will be left defenseless with just handguns."16. According to the passage, some people started a national association so as to _______.A) block any legislation to ban the private possession of the bombB) coordinate the mass production of the destructive weaponC) instruct people how to keep the bomb safe at homeD) promote the large-scale sale of this newly invented weapon17. Some people oppose the ownership of H-bombs by individuals on the grounds that _______.A) the size of the bomb makes it difficult to keep in a drawerB) most people don't know how to handle the weaponC) people's lives will be threatened by the weaponD) they may fall into the hands of criminals18. By saying that the bomb also has a deterrent effect the spokesman means that it _______.A) will frighten away any possible intrudersB) can show the special status of its ownersC) will threaten the safety of the owners as wellD) can kill those entering others' houses by force19. According to the passage, opponents of theprivate ownership of H-bombs are very much worried that _______.A) the influence of the association is too powerful for the less privileged to overcomeB) poorly-educated Americans will find it difficult to make use of the weaponC) the wide use of the weapon will push up living expenses tremendouslyD) the cost of the weapon will put citizens on an unequal basis20. From the tone of thepassage we know that the author is _______. A) doubtful about the necessity of keeping H-bombs at home for safetyB) unhappy with those who vote against the ownership of H-bombsC) not serious about the private ownership of H-bombsD) concerned about the spread of nuclear weaponsPassage ThreeQuesti0ns 21 to 25 are based on the following passage.Sign has become a scientific hot button. Only in the past 20 years have specialists in language study realized that signed languages are unique — a speech of the hand. They offer a new way to probe how the brain generates and understands language, and throw new light on an old scientific controversy: whether language, complete with grammar, is something that we are born With, or whether it is a learnedbehavior. The current interest in sign language has roots in the pioneering work of one rebel teacher at Gallaudet University in Washington, D.C., the world's only liberal arts university for deaf people.When Bill Stokoe went to Gallaudet to teach English, the school enrolled him in a course in signing. But Stokoe noticed something odd: among themselves, students signed differently from his classroom teacher.Stokoe had been taught a sort of gestural code, each movement of the hands representing a word in English. At the time, American Sign Language (ASL) was thought to be no more than a form of pidgin English (混杂英语). But Stokoe believed the "hand talk" his students used looked richer. He wondered: Might deaf people actually :have a genuine language? And could that language be unlike any other on Earth? It was 1955, when even deaf people dismissed their signing as "substandard". Stokoe's idea was academic heresy (异端邪说).It is 37 years later. Stokoe —- now devoting his time to writing and editing books and journals and to producing video materials on ASL and the deaf culture — is having lunch at a cafe near the Gallaudet campus and explaining how he started a revolution. For decades educators fought his idea that signed languages are natural languages like English, French and Japanese. They assumed language must be based on speech, the modulation (调节) of sound. But sign language is based on the movement of hands, the modulation of space. "What I said," Stokoe explains, "is that language is not mouth stuff — it's brain stuff."21. The study of sign language is thought to be ______.A) a new way to look at the learning of languageB) a challenge to traditional, views on the nature of languageC) an approach :to simplifying the grammatical structure of a languageD) an attempt to clarify misunderstanding about the origin of language22. The, present growing interest in sign language was stimulated by ________.A) a famous scholar in the study of the human brainB) a leading specialist in the study of liberal artsC) an English teacher in a university for the deafD) Some senior experts in American Sign Language23. According to Stokoe, sign language is ________.A) a Substandard language C) an artificial languageB) a genuine language D) an international language24. Most educators objected to Stokoe's idea because they thought _______.A) sign language was not extensively used even by deaf peopleB) sign language was too artificial to be widely acceptedC) a language should be easy to use and understandD) a language could only exist in the form of speech sounds25. Stokoe's argument is based on his belief that _______.A) sign language is as efficient as any other languageB) sign language is derived from natural languageC) language is a system of meaningful codesD) language is a product of the brainPassage FourQuestions 26 to 30 are based on the following passage.It came as something of a surprise when Diana, Princess of Wales, made a trip to Angolain 1997, to support the Red Cross's campaign for a total ban on all anti-personnel landmines. Within hours of arriving in Angola, television screens around the World were filled with images of her comforting victims injured in explosions caused by landmines. "I knew the statistics," she said. "But putting a face to those figures brought the reality home to me; like When I met Sandra, a 13-year-old girl who had lost her leg, and people like her."The Princess concluded, with a simple message: "We must stop landmines". And she used every opportunity during her visit to repeat this message.But, back in London, her views were not shared by some members of the British government, which refused to support a ban on these weapons. Angry politicians launched an, attack on the Princess in the press. They described her as "very ill-informed" and a "loose cannon (乱放炮的人)."The Princess responded by brushing aside thecriticisms: "This is a distraction (干扰) we do not need. All I'm trying to do is help." Opposition parties, the media and the Public immediately voiced their support for the Princess. To make matters worse for the government, it soon emerged that the Princess's trip had been approved by the Foreign Office, and that she was in fact very well-informed about both the situation in Angola and the British government's policy regarding landmines. The result was a severe embarrassment for the government.To try and limit the damage, the Foreign Secretary, Malcolm Rifkind, claimed that the Princess's views on landmines were not very different from government policy, and that it was "working towards" a worldwide ban. The Defence Secretary, Michael Portillo, claimed the matter was "a misinterpretation or misunderstanding."For the Princess, the trip to this war-torn country was an excellent opportunity to use herpopularity to show the world how much destruction and suffering landmines can cause. She said that the experience had also given her the Chance to get closer to people and their problems.26. Princess Diana paid a visit to Angola in 1997 ________.A) to voice her support for a total ban of landminesB) to clarify the British government's stand on landminesC) to investigate the sufferings of landmine victims thereD) to establish her image as a friend of landmine victims27. What did Diana mean when she said "...putting a face to those figures brought the reality home to me" (Line 5, Para. 1)?A) She just couldn't bear to meet the landmine victims face to face.B) The actual situation in Angola made her feel like going back home.C) Meeting the landmine victims in person made her believe the statistics.D) Seeing the pain of the victims made her realize the seriousness of the situation.28. Some members of the British government criticized Diana because _______.A) she was ill-informed of the government's policyB) they were actually opposed to banning landminesC) she had not consulted the government before the visitD) they believed that she had misinterpreted the situation in Angola29. How did Diana respond to the criticisms?A) She paid no attention to them.B) She made more appearances on TV.C) She met the 13-year-old girl as planned.D) She rose to argue with her opponents.30. What did PrincessDiana think of her visit to Angola?A) It had caused embarrassment to the British government.B) It had brought her closer to the ordinary people.C) It had greatly promoted her popularity.D) It had affected her relations with the British government.Part III Vocabulary and Structure (20 minutes) Directions: There are 30 incomplete sentences in this part. For each sentence there are fourchoices marked A), B), C) and D). Choosethe ONE that best completes the sentence.Then mark the corresponding letter on theAnswer Sheet with a single line through thecenter.31. I went along thinking of nothing ______,only looking at things around me,A) in particular C) in doubtB) in harmony D) in brief32. Critics believe that the control of televisionby mass advertising has ______ the quality of the programs.A) lessened C) affectedB) declined D) effected33. I must congratulate you ______ the excellentdesign of the new bridge.A) with C) atB) of D) on34. There is a fully ______ health center on theground floor of the main office building.A) installed C) providedB) equipped D) projected35. For more than 20 years, we've beensupporting educational programs that ______ from kindergartens to colleges.A) move C) rangeB) shift D) spread36. The ______ at the military academy is sorigid that students can hardly bear it.A) convention C) principleB) confinement D) discipline37. The test results are beyond ______; theyhave been repeated in labs all over the world.A) negotiation C) bargainB) conflict D) dispute38. I was so ______ in today's history lesson. Ididn't understand a thing.A) amazed C) confusedB) neglected D) amused39. It ______ you to at least 50% off the regularprice of either frames or lenses when you buy both.A) presents C) creditsB) entitles D) tips40. Deserts and high mountains have alwaysbeen a ______ to the movement of people from place to place.A) barrier C) preventionB) fence D) jam41. In order to make things convenient for thepeople, the department is planning to set up some ______ shops in the residential area.A) flowing C) mobileB) drifting D) unstable42. Mr. Smith says: "The media are very goodat sensing a mood and then ______ it."A) overtaking C) wideningB) enlarging D) exaggerating43. This is not an economical way to get morewater; ______ , it is very expensive.A) on the other hand C) in shortB) on the contrary D) or else44. It was the first time that such a ______ hadto be taken at a British nuclear power station.A) presentation C) preparationB) precaution D) prediction45. ______ that he wasn't happy with thearrangements, I tried to book a different hotel.A) Perceiving C) PuzzlingB) Penetrating D) Preserving46. The board of the company has decided to______ its operations to include all aspectsof the clothing business.A) multiply C) expandB) lengthen D) stretch47. His business was very successful, but it wasat the ______ of his. family life.A) consumption C) exhaustionB) credit D) expense48. First published in 1927, the charts remainan ______ source for researchers.A) identical C) intelligentB) indispensable D) inevitable49. Joe is not good at sports, but when it ______mathematics, he is the 'best in the class.A) comes to C) comes on toB) comes up to D) comes around to50. Doctors warned against chewing tobacco asa ______ for smoking.A) relief C) substituteB) revival D) succession51. When carbon is added to iron in proper______ the result is steel.A) rates C) proportionsB) thicknesses D) densities52. You should try to ______ your ambition andbe more realistic.A) reserve C) retainB) restrain D) replace53. Nancy is only a sort of ______ of herhusband's opinion and has no ideas of her own.A) sample C) shadowB) reproduction D) echo54. Now that spring is here, you can ______these fur coats till you need them again next winter.A) put over C) put offB) put away D) put down55. There is a ______ of impatience in the toneof his voice.A) hint C) dotB) notion D) phrase56. Please ______ dictionaries when you are notsure of word spelling or meaning.A) seek C) searchB) inquire D) consult57. At yesterday's party, Elizabeth's boyfriendamused us by ______ Charlie Chaplin.A) copying C) imitatingB) following D) modeling58. She keeps a supply of candles in the house incase of power ______A) failure C) absenceB) lack D) drop59. The group of technicians are engaged in astudy which ______ all aspects of urban planning.A) inserts C) performsB) grips D) embraces60. The lecture which lasted about three hourswas so ______ that the audience couldn't help yawning.A) tedious C) clumsyB) bored D) tiredPart IV Cloze (15 minutes) Directions: There are 20 blanks in the followingpassage. For each blank there are fourchoices marked A), B), C) and D) on theright side of the paper. You should choosethe ONE that best fits into the passage.Then mark the corresponding letter on theAnswer Sheet with a single line throughthe centre.Historians tend to tell the same joke when they are describing history education in America. It's the one __61__ the teacher standing in the schoolroom door __62__ goodbye to students for the summer and calling __63__ them, "By the way, we won World War II."The problem with the joke, of course, is that it's __64__ funny. The recent surveys on __65__ illiteracy (无知) are beginning to numb (令人震惊): nearly one third of American 17-year-olds cannot even __66__ which countries the United States __67__ against in that war. One third have no __68__ when the Declaration of Independence was __69__. One third thoughtColumbus reached the New World after 1750. Two thirds cannot correctly __70__ the Civil War between 1850 and 1900. __71__ when they get the answers right, some are __72__ guessing.Unlike math or science, ignorance of history cannot be __73__ connected to loss of international __74__. But it does affect our future __75__ a democratic nation and as individuals.The __76__ news is that there is growing agreement __77__ what is wrong with the __78__ of history and what needs to be __79__ to fix it. The steps are tentative (尝试性) __80__ yet to be felt in most classrooms.61. A) about B) in C) for D) by62. A) shaking B) waving C) noddingD) speaking63. A) in B) after C) for D) up64. A) rarely B) so C) too D) not65. A) historical B) educational C)cultural D) political66. A) distinguish B) acknowledge C)identify D) convey67. A) defeated B) attacked C) foughtD)struck68. A) sense B) doubt C) reason D) idea69. A) printed B) signed C) markedD)edited70. A) place B) judge C) get D) lock71. A) Even B) Though C) Thus D) So72. A) hardly B) just C) still D)ever73. A) exclusively B) practically C)shortly D) directly74. A) competitiveness B) comprehension C)community D) commitment75. A) of B) for C) with D) as76. A) fine B) nice C) surprising D) good77. A) to B) with C) on D) of78. A) consulting B) coaching C)teaching D) instructing79. A) done B) dealt C) met D) reached80. A) therefore B) or C) and D)asPart V Writing (30 minutes) Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write a compositionentitled A Brief Introduction to a TouristAttraction. You should write at least 120words according to the followingguidelines:Your role: a tour guideYour audience: a group of foreign touristsYour introduction should include:●some welcoming words●the schedule for the day● a description of the place thetourists will be visiting(e.g. a scenic spot or a historical site, etc.)You should make the introductioninteresting and the arrangementsfor the day clear to everybody.A Brief Introduction to a Tourist Attraction1. D2. C3. C4. A5. C6. D7.B 8. A 9.C 10. C11. C 12. D 13. B 14. D 15. B 16. A 17. C 18. A 19.21. C 22. C 23. B 24. D 25. D 26. A 27. D 28. B 29.31. A 32. C 33. D 34. B 35. C 36. D 37. D 38. C 39.41. C 42. D 43. B 44. B 45. A 46. C 47. D 48. B 49.51. C 52. B 53. D 54. B 55. A 56. D 57. C 58.A 59.61. A 62. B 63. B 64. D 65. A 66. C 67. C 68. D 69.71. A 72. B 73. D 74. C 75. D 76. D 77. C 78. C 79. S1 popular S2 historical S3 printsS4 instrumentsS5 permitted S6 established S7destroyedS8 In 1897, the library moved into its ownbuilding across the street from theCapitol.S9 The library provides books and materials tothe US Congress and also lends books toother American libraries, government。

英语四级阅读练习及答案解析

英语四级阅读练习及答案解析ANSWER:1.选J)。

此处应填副词。

可选项有totally和alone，由前一句中just可推出，外表上的细节仅仅能告诉我们这个人的健康状况，平时的营养状况以及他所从事的工作而不能看出他所处的阶级，故排除totally而选alone“惟一”。

2.选D)。

此处应填形容词。

因此此句和前一句是在将以前的工人阶级和上层阶级的身体状况进行对比，故此处应填与small“矮的”意思相反的词，选项中只有tall符合题意。

而full“丰满的”不能用来修饰sporting types,故排除。

3.选G)。

此处应填名词。

现在的生活和工作条件改善了，情况已经不同了。

而such指代的是上文中对一百年以前工人阶级和上层阶级的身体状况的身体状况的描述，故descriptions“描述”符合题意。

4.选B)。

此处应填名词。

根据句意“衣服可以提供...方面的信息”，选项中有background和hobby，选background“人的背景，社会阶层”，符合*主题。

5.选I)。

由as well可知，此处应填名词且与本段首句中的informaiton 的意思相近，选项中只有clues“线索”符合题意。

6.选K)。

此处应填动词的原形。

选项中有appear和consider,appear可直接接不定式;而consider带不定式的复合结构，用于主动语态时，consider后面得接宾语，故选appear。

7选F)。

这句中this指代bright colour，句子主干是any opportunity is...。

可选项有taken和fetched,take“抓住”则可以与opportunity搭配，但fetch“拿来”不能与 opportunity构成动宾搭配，故排除fetched而选taken。

8.选A)。

此处应填形容词。

句子意思是“衣服的价钱......，大多数人都买得起。

”选项中只有available“可以接受的”符合题意。

2004年专业英语四级真题试卷(题后含答案及解析)

2004年专业英语四级真题试卷(题后含答案及解析)题型有：1. DICTATION 2. LISTENING COMPREHENSION 3. CLOZE 4. GRAMMAR & VOCABULARY 5. READING COMPREHENSION 6. WRITINGPART I DICTATION (15 MIN)Directions: Listen to the following passage. Altogether the passage will be read to you four times. During the first reading, which will be read at normal speed, listen and try to understand the meaning. For the second and third readings, the passage will be read sentence by sentence, or phrase by phrase, with intervals of 15 seconds. The last reading will be read at normal speed again and during this time you should check your work. You will then be given 2 minute 1．正确答案：Money Money is accepted across the world as payment for goods or servicea.People use money to buy food，clothes and hundreds of other things.In the past，many different things were used as money．People on Pacfic islands once exchanged shells for goods．The Chinese used c1oth and knives．In Africa，elephant’s tusks or salt were used．Even today some people in Africa are still paid in salt．Coins were first invented by the Chinese．Originally they were round pieces of metal with a hole in the center，so the piece of string could keep them together．This made doing business much easier．But people sti11 found coins inconvenient to carry when they wanted to buy something expensive．To solve this problem，the Chinese again came up with a so1ution．They began to use paper money for coins．Now paper notes are used throughout the world．PART II LISTENING COMPREHENSION (20 MIN)Directions: In Sections A, B and C you will hear everything ONCE ONLY. Listen carefully and then answer the questions that follow. Mark the correct answer to each question on your answer sheet.听力原文： A court in Zimbabwe is due to deliver its verdict today in a trial of a journalist who works for the British newspaper The Guardian. The trial is seen as a test case for the country’s strict media laws. Andrew Meldrum, an American, who has been living in Zimbabwe for over twenty years, is accused of publishing an untrue story and faces up to 2 years in prison if found guilty. A dozen other journalists have also been charged with offences relating to the new laws. In court Meldrum’s defendant argued that his story was published in Britain. It was beyond the jurisdiction of Zimbabwe’s laws.2．The journalist was brought to court becauseA．he was working for a British newspaper.B．he published an untrue story.C．the story was published in Britain.D．he was working with other foreign journalists.正确答案：B3．How did the lawyer defend for the journalist?A．He was an American journalist.B．He worked for a British newspaper.C．His story was published elsewhere.D．Foreigners are not subject to local laws.正确答案：C听力原文：Kuala Lumpur-Afghanistan will play soccer at the Asian Games. Mongolia’s withdrawal has given the war-torn nation a confidence boost. The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) announced in a statement yesterday that Afghanistan would play in an under-23 tournament of the Games in Pusan. Afghanistan’s first match will be against Iran on Sept. 28. The group’s other teams are Qatar and Lebanon. Afghanistan was a founding member of the confederation in the 1950s, before entering into long periods of war and factional fighting. The country’s chaos was largely ended after US-led forces overthrow the Taliban Regime last year in response to last September’s terrorist attack in the United States. During the Soccer World Cup in June, the president of Afghan Football Association (AFA), Abduel Alim Kohestani, said he hoped his county would be able to take part in the Asian Games.4．Afghanistan’s first match will be againstA．Mongolia.B．South Korea.C．Iran.D．Qatar.正确答案：C5．Which of the following statements is NOT true?A．The announcement was made by AFAB．Afghanistan was a founding member of AFC.C．Afghanistan had been in chaos for long.D．The football players were under 23.正确答案：A听力原文：The expected life-span of Beijing residents has gone up to 75.5 years old compared with 74.4 years old a decade earlier, while the death rate of middle-aged residents increased dramatically according to a recent official report. Thereport made public by the Beijing Disease Control and Prevention Center said that the past mortality of people aged between 35 to 54 years old had gone up 58.5% during the past ten years, from 158 people per 100,000 in 1991 to 251 people per 100,000 last year. Infant and maternal mortality rates went down 132% and 147% respectively. Health experts said chronic non-infectious diseases were the main cause of death, covering 60% of the total number of deaths. The male mortality rate is higher than that of the females and the death rate among rural residents is higher than that of urban ones.6．The expected life-span of Beijing residents has gone up by _______ compared with that a decade earlier.A．1.5 yearsB．1.4 yearsC．1.2 yearsD．1.1 years正确答案：D7．The ________ mortality rate had gone up greatly during the past 10 years.A．infantB．maternalC．maleD．middle-aged正确答案：D听力原文：Islamabad-Pakistani President Pervez Musharraf said yesterday there was no danger of the country going to war with neighboring country, India, but Pakistan forces would be ready to repel any aggression. “There is no danger of war,”Musharraf told the reporters in Pakistan’s capital, Islamabad. “We should have confidence in ourselves. We’re not sitting idle. We’ve prepared for everything. There should not be any misunderstanding.”Tensions were raised because the two accused each other of links to killings in the two countries. India says it suspects the two gunmen who killed 28 people in an Indian temple on Tuesday had links to Pakistan-based Islamic militant groups. Pakistan has denied any involvement in the temple massacre, and police in Karachi said there were indications of India intelligence agents behind the murder of seven Christian charity workers in the city, but India rejected the charges yesterday.8．According to Pakistan’s President, the chances of the two countries going to war wereA．great.B．small.C．growing.D．greater than before.正确答案：B9．Recent tensions between the two countries were a direct result ofA．their border conflicts.B．their military build-up.C．killings in the two countries.D．their mutual distrust.正确答案：C10．Where is Lily working now?A．In the police department.B．In a drama society.C．In a university.D．In a primary school.正确答案：D解析：Lily studied drama at a university but she used to work as a policewoman. Now she is a teacher because she likes children.11．Passengers must check in to board Flight 5125 byA．11 : 00.B．11: 20.C．11: 30.D．11: 50.正确答案：B解析：May I have your attention, please? Flight 5125 scheduled to take off at 11.30 will be delayed for12．Which of the following statements is true?A．There is a strike across the country.B．Many trains have been cancelled.C．A few trains have been cancelled.D．There is a strike in the North Region.正确答案：C解析：There is a railway strike in the south region and several trains have been canceled. However, the strike doesn’t seem to be spreading to other regions.13．The death and missing numbers in the floods are respectivelyA．60/9.B．16/9.C．9/60.D．9/16.正确答案：B解析：Latest reports from the northeast provinces say that at least 16 people lost their lives in Sunday’s floods. Another 9 people, mostly children, are reported missing.14．What is John supposed to do on Sunday?A．Call the office.B．Revise his paper.C．Solve the problem.D．Hand in the paper.正确答案：B解析：John, your paper must be revised over the weekend and hand it in its final form on Monday. If you have any problem, call the office directly.15．What do we know about Mary Jackson?A．She is the speaker’s friend.B．She likes stories.C．She is an author.D．She gave a gift.正确答案：C解析：My discovery of Mary Jackson was, as a matter of fact, a gift from a friend. Years ago I was given a copy of Tell Me a Riddle and I like the stories.16．What do we know about the speaker?A．The speaker can get good tips.B．The speaker pays for the meals.C．The speaker can get good wages.D．The speaker lives comfortably.正确答案：A解析：Oh, talking about the money it is terrible when you think of how tiring the work is. It is only with tips and free meals that I manage to get by.17．What will the speaker probably do next?A．To buy some medicine.B．To buy a new cupboard.C．To ignore the matter.D．To investigate the matter.正确答案：D解析：A lot of drugs are missing from the cupboard here in this room. So I think we will have to look into the matter immediately.18．When will they discuss the agenda?A．Before dinner.B．During dinner.C．After dinner.D．Tomorrow.正确答案：A解析：M: Would you mind if we discuss tomorrow’s agenda before dinner this evening?F: Not at all. I certainly don’t want to talk about it during our meal.19．What can be inferred about the woman?A．She’ll be travelling during the vacation.B．She’ll be working during the vacation.C．She’s looking forward to going home.D．She will offer her help to Jane.正确答案：B解析：M: Are you going home for the summer vacation?F: Well, Jane and I have decided to stay on here as research assistants.20．What is the cause of their complaint?A．The place.B．The heat.C．The workload.D．The facilities.正确答案：B解析：F: It’s so hot today I can’t work. I wish the air-conditioning were on in this library.M: So do I. I will fall asleep if I don’t get out of this stuffy room soon.21．What can be concluded about Janet?A．She has come to the party.B．She is hosting the party.C．She hasn’t turned up.D．She is planning a party.正确答案：C解析：F: I can’t imagine what happened to Janet.M: Neither can I. But I’m sure she planned to come to the party.22．Where does the conversation probably take place?A．In a hotel.B．At a bus station.C．In a restaurant.D．At an airport.正确答案：D解析：M: Check in here?F: Yes. Can I see your flight ticket, please?M: Here it is. I’m going to Lanzhou.23．What does the woman intend to do?A．Get a job on campus.B．Get her resume ready.C．Visit the company.D．Apply for a job with PICC.正确答案：D解析：M: I heard that the PICC is going to hold interviews on campus next week.F: Yeah, what day? I’d like to talk to them and drop my resume.24．What are the man and woman doing?A．Listening to the radio.B．Looking at the photos.C．Watching television.D．Reading a newspaper.正确答案：C解析：F: There must be a thunderstorm in some place because the picture isn’t very sharp and the sound isn’t clear.M: I think you’re right. They said on the radio last night that a storm is coming in from the mountains and the morning paper forecast heavy rain.25．What does the man mean?A．He hopes the party will be successful.B．He will see the woman around five.C．He is eager to help the woman.D．He is unenthusiastic about the party.正确答案：D解析：F: The party will start at 6:30, but there are a lot of preparations to make. And I need your help. Can I expect you at 5?M: I’ll be there on 5:30, all being well, that is.26．What is NOT a change to the literature class?A．Class location.B．Class times.C．Class length.D．Class size.正确答案：D解析：M: Excuse me, I’m enrolled to take Professor Li’s literature course 102. But I hear some changes have been made.F: Yes, the classroom has been moved to the north building. Also it is now on Tuesday and Thursday from 2 to 4 p. m., instead of being held on Monday and Friday from 2 to 3 p.m.M: What changes! Professor Li will still be teaching the class, right?PART III CLOZE (15 MIN)Directions: There are 20 blanks in the following passage. Decide which of the choices given below would best complete the passage if inserted in the corresponding blanks.The normal human daily cycle of activity is of some 7—8 hours’sleep alternation with some 16—17 hours’wakefulness and that the sleep normally coincides 【B1】the hours of darkness. Our present concern is with how easily and to what extent this 【B2】can be modified. The question is no mere academic one. The ease with which people can change from working in the day to working at night is a 【B3】of growing importance in industry where automation 【B4】round-the-clock working of machines. It normally 【B5】from five days to one week for a person to adapt to a 【B6】routine of sleep and wakefulness, sleeping during the day and working at night. 【B7】, it is often the case in industry that shifts are changed every week. This means that no sooner has he got used to one routine 【B8】he has to change to another, 【B9】much of his time is spent neither working nor sleeping very 【B10】. One answer would seem to be 【B11】periods on each shift, a month, or even three months. 【B12】, recent research has shown that people on such systems will revert to go back to their 【B13】habits of sleep and wakefulness during the week-end and that this is quite enough to destroy any 【B14】to night work built up during the week. The only real solution appears to be to hand over the night shift to those permanent night workers whose 【B15】may persist through all week-ends and holidays.27．【B1】A．inB．withC．ofD．over正确答案：A解析：本题考查词汇搭配知识。

2004年全国2卷阅读理解

ARome had the Forum. London has Speaker’s Corner. Now always-on-the-go（总是很忙时的）New Yorkers have Liz and Bill.Liz and Bill, two college graduates in their early 20s, have spent a whole year trying to have thousands of people talk to them in subway stations and on busy street corners. Just talk.Using a 2-foot-tall sign that says, “Talk to Me”, they attract conversationalists(健谈者,健谈的人), who one evening included a mental patient, and men in business suits.They don’t collect money. They don’t push religion(宗教). So what’s the point?“To see what happens,” said Liz. “We simply enjoy life with open communication(交流).”Shortly after the September 11, 2001 attacks, they decided to walk from New York City to Washington, a 270-mile trip. They found they loved talking to people along the way and wanted to continue talking with strangers after their return.“It started as a crazy idea,” Liz said. “We were so curious about all the strangers walking by with their life stories. People will talk to us about anything: their jobs, their clothes, their childhood experiences, anything.”Denise wanted to talk about an exam she was about to take. She had stopped by(顺便拜访) for the second time in two days, to let the two listeners know how it went.Marcia had lost her husband to a serious disease. “That was very heavy on my mind,” Marcia said. “To be able to talk about it to total strangers was very good,” she explained.To celebrate a year of talking, the two held a get-together in a city park for all the people they had met over the past year. A few hundred people showed up, as well as some television cameramen and reporters.They may plan more parties or try to attract more people to join their informal talks. Some publishers have expressed interest in a book, something they say they’ll consider.56. What did Liz and Bill start doing after September 2001?A. Chatting with people.B. Setting up street signs.C. Telling stories to strangers.D. Organizing a speaker’s corner.57. What they have been doing can be described as ______.A. pointlessB. normalC. crazyD. successful58. Why are Denise and Marcia mentioned in the text?A. They knew Liz and Bill very well.B. They happened to meet the writer of the text.C. They organized the get-together in the city park.D. They are examples of those who talked to Liz and Bill.59. What will Liz and Bill do in the future?A. Go in for publishing.B. Do more television programs.C. Continue what they are doing.D. Spend more time reading books.60. How do they like the idea of writing a book?A. They have decided to wait a year or two.B. They will think about it carefully.C. They agreed immediately.D. They find it hard to do that.56. 细节题。

2005年1月大学英语四级试题 2阅读理解及注释 (1)

2005年1月大学英语四级阅读理解2005年1月大学英语四级阅读理解第1篇Questions 11 to 15 are based on the following passage:Scratchy throats, stuffy noses and body aches all spell misery, but being able to tell if the cause is a cold or flu (流感) may make a difference in how long the misery lasts.The American Lung Association (ALA) has issued new guidelines on combating colds and the flu, and one of the keys is being able to quickly tell the two apart. That’s because the prescription drugs available for the flu need to be taken soon after the illness sets in. As for colds, the sooner a person starts taking over-the-counter remedy, the sooner relief will come.The common cold and the flu are both caused by viruses. More than 200 viruses can cause cold symptoms, while the flu is caused by three viruses—flu A, B and C. There is no cure for either illness, but the flu can be prevented by the flu vaccine (疫苗), which is, for most people, the best way to fight the flu, according to the ALA.But if the flu does strike, quick action can help. Although the flu and common cold have many similarities, there are some obvious signs to look for.Cold symptoms such as stuffy nose, runny nose and scratchy throat typically develop gradually, and adults and teens often do not get a fever. On the other hand, fever is one of the characteristic features of the flu for all ages. And in general, flu symptoms including fever and chills, sore throat and body aches come on suddenly and are more severe than cold symptoms.The ALA notes that it may be particularly difficult to tell when infants and preschool age children have the flu. It advises parents to call the doctor if their small children have flu-like symptoms.Both cold and flu symptoms can be eased with over-the-counter medications as well. However, children and teens with a cold or flu should not take aspirin for pain relief because of the risk of Reye syndrome (综合症)，a rare but serious condition of the liver and central nervous system.There is, of course, no vaccine for the common cold. But frequent hand washing and avoiding close contact with people who have colds can reduce the likelihood of catching one.11. According to the author, knowing the cause of the misery will help ____.A) shorten the duration of the illnessB) the patient buy medicine over the counterC) the patient obtain cheaper prescription drugsD) prevent people from catching colds and the flu12. We learn from the passage thatA) one doesn’t need to take any medicine if he has a cold or the flu ____.B) aspirin should not be included in over-the-counter medicines for the fluC) delayed treatment of the flu will harm the liver and central nervous systemD) over-the-counter drugs can be taken to ease the misery caused by a cold or the flu13. According to the passage, to combat the flu effectively ____.A) one should identify the virus which causes itB) one should consult a doctor as soon as possibleC) one should take medicine upon catching the diseaseD) one should remain alert when the disease is spreading14. Which of the following symptoms will distinguish the flu from a cold?A) A stuffy nose.B) A high temperatureC) A sore throat.D) A dry cough.15. If children have flu-like symptoms, their parentsA) are advised not to give them aspirinB) should watch out for signs of Reye syndromeC) are encouraged to take them to hospital for vaccinationD) should prevent them from mixing with people running a fever2005年1月大学英语四级阅读理解第1篇【参考译文】咽喉发痒，鼻塞和身体疼痛都很痛苦, 但是如果能够知道这是由于感冒还是流感造成的就可能知道痛苦会持续多久。

2004年普通高等学校招生全国统一考试英语试卷及答案(全国卷4)

2004年普通高等学校招生全国统一考试英语试题（全国卷IV）本试卷分第I卷(选择题)和第II卷(非选择题)两部分。

——第一卷——第一部分：听力（共两节，满分30分）第一节（共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分）听下面5段对话。

每段对话后又一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。

听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。

每段对话仅读一遍。

例：How much is the shirt?A.£19.15.B.£9.15.C.£9.18.1.What does the man mean?A.He wants to know the time.B.He offers to give a lecture.C.He agrees to help the woman.2.What will the man probably do after the conversation?A.Wait there.B.Find a seat.C.Sit down.3.Who are the speakers talking about?A.An actor.B.A writer.C.A tennis player.4.Where does the conversation most probably take place?A.On a farm.B.In a restaurant.C.In a market.5.What does the man agree to do after a while?A.Take a break.B.Talk about his troubles.C.Meet some friends.第二节（共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分）听下面5段对话或独白。

每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。

2004年1月大学英语四级考试试题

2004年1月大学英语四级考试试题Section A1.A、The man could buy a shirt of a different color.B、The size of the shirt is all right for the man.C、The size the man wants will arrive soon.D、The man could come some time later.2.A、At a bookstore.B、In a workshop.C、At an art gallery.D、In a department store.3.A、It's quiet in the restaurant.B、The price is high in the restaurant.C、The restaurant serves good food.D、The restaurant is too far from their school.4.A、At a booking office.B、In a Hong Kong hotel.C、On a busy street.D、At an airport.5.A、The woman has been complaining too much.B、The woman’s headache will go away by itself.C、The woman should have seen the doctor earlier.D、The woman should confirm her appointment with the doctor.6.A、Help the woman move the items.B、Hurry to Mr.Johnson’s office.C、Help move things to Mr.Johnson’s office.D、Put off his appointment with Mr.Johnson.7.A、The man should not dream of being a superstar.B、The man didn’t practice hard enough.C、The man should find a new partner.D、The man should not give up.8.A、There is no more left.B、It doesn’t appeal to her.C、It’s incredibly delicious.D、She has already tasted it.9.A、The man is usually the last to hand in his test paper.B、The man has made a mess of his midterm exam.C、The man has bad study habits.D、The man is a diligent student.10.A、The man will drive the woman to school.B、The man has finished his assignment.C、The man is willing to help the woman.D、The man is losing patience with the woman. Section BPassage OneQuestions 11 to 13 are based on the passage you have just heard.11. A、The art of saying thank you.B、The secret of staying pretty.C、The importance of good manners.D、The difference between elegance and good manners.12. A、They were nicer and gentler.B、They paid more attention to their appearance.C、They were willing to spend more money on clothes.D、They were more aware of changes in fashion.13. A、By decorating our homes.B、By being kind and generous.C、By wearing fashionable clothes.D、By putting on a little make-up.Passage TwoQuestions 14 to 16 are based on the passage you have just heard.14. A、Children don’t get enough education in safety.B、Children are keen on dangerous games.C、The playgrounds are in poor condition.D、The playgrounds are overcrowded.15. A、They should help maintain the equipment.B、They should keep a watchful eye on their children.C、They should stop their children from climbing ladders.D、They should teach their children how to use the equipment.16. A、They tend to stay within shouting or running distance of their parents.B、They should be aware of the porential risks in the playground.C、They may panic in front of high playground equipment.D、They can be creative when they feel secure.Passage ThreeQuestions 17 to 20 are based on the passage you have just heard.17. A、It takes skill.B、It pays well.C、It’s a full-time job.D、It’s admired worldwide.18. A、A mother with a baby in her arms.B、A woman whose bag is hanging in front.C、A lone female with a handbag at her right side.D、An old lady carrying a handbag on the left.19. A、The back pocket of his tight trousers.B、The top pocket of his jacket.C、A side pocket of his jacket.D、A side pocket of his trousers.20. A、Theater lobbies with uniformed security guards.B、Clothing stores where people are relaxed and off guard.C、Airports where people carry a lot of luggage.D、Hotels and restaurants in southeast London.Section Ayour answers: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10.keys: 1. A 2. B 3. A 4. D 5. C 6. B 7. D 8. B 9. C 10. D Section BPassage Oneyour answers: 11. 12. 13.keys: 11. C 12. A 13. BPassage Twoyour answers: 14. 15. 16.keys: 14. C 15. B 16. DPassage Threeyour answers: 17. 18. 19. 20.keys: 17. A 18. C 19. A 20. B。

04年考研英语阅读二

04年考研英语阅读二在2004年的考研英语考试中，阅读理解部分的难度相较于往年有所提升，这主要体现在对考生的词汇量、语法理解和逻辑推理能力的更高要求。

文章选材广泛，覆盖了社会、科技、文化等多个领域，旨在考察考生对于不同题材文章的理解和分析能力。

首先，文章中出现了大量的专业术语和生僻词汇，这对考生的词汇量提出了挑战。

例如，在一篇关于生物多样性的文章中，出现了诸如“endemic species”（特有种）和“ecosystem services”（生态系统服务）等专业术语。

考生需要具备一定的词汇积累，才能准确理解这些术语的含义，进而把握文章的主旨。

其次，文章的语法结构复杂，长难句较多。

这要求考生不仅要有扎实的语法基础，还要能够灵活运用语法知识，快速准确地分析和理解句子结构。

例如，文章中可能会出现多个从句嵌套的复合句，考生需要能够识别并理解这些句子的主干和修饰成分，才能准确把握句子的意义。

再次，文章的逻辑结构严密，需要考生具备较强的逻辑推理能力。

文章往往会通过对比、因果、转折等逻辑关系，展现作者的观点和论证过程。

考生需要能够识别这些逻辑关系，理解作者的论证思路，从而把握文章的深层含义。

最后，文章的题目设计也较为巧妙，不仅考察了考生对文章细节的理解，还考察了考生对文章主旨和作者观点的把握。

题目类型多样，包括事实细节题、推理判断题、主旨大意题等，要求考生在理解文章的基础上，能够进行深入的思考和分析。

综上所述，2004年考研英语阅读二部分对考生的英语综合运用能力提出了较高的要求。

考生需要在平时的学习中不断积累词汇，加强语法训练，提高逻辑推理能力，并进行大量的阅读练习，才能在考试中取得理想的成绩。

英语一二通用阅读2004-1 Text 2

2004-1Text21-Over the past century,all kinds of unfairness and discrimination have been condemned or made illegal. But one insidious form continues to thrive:alphabetism.This,for those as yet unaware of such a disadvantage,refers to discrimination against those whose surnames begin with a letter in the lower half of the alphabet.2-It has long been known that a taxi firm called AAAA cars has a big advantage over Zodiac cars when customers thumb through their phone directories.Less well known is the advantage that Adam Abbott has in life over ZoëZysman.English names are fairly evenly spread between the halves of the alphabet.Yet a suspiciously large number of top people have surnames beginning with letters between A and K.3-Thus the American president and vice-president have surnames starting with B and C respectively;and 26of George Bush’s predecessors(including his father)had surnames in the first half of the alphabet against just16in the second half.Even more striking,six of the seven heads of government of the G7rich countries are alphabetically advantaged(Berlusconi,Blair,Bush,Chirac,Chrétien and Koizumi).The world’s three top central bankers(Greenspan,Duisenberg and Hayami)are all close to the top of the alphabet,even if one of them really uses Japanese characters.As are the world’s five richest men(Gates,Buffett,Allen,Ellison and Albrecht).4-Can this merely be coincidence?One theory,dreamt up in all the spare time enjoyed by the alphabetically disadvantaged,is that the rot sets in early.At the start of the first year in infant school,teachers seat pupils alphabetically from the front,to make it easier to remember their names.So short-sighted Zysman junior gets stuck in the back row,and is rarely asked the improving questions posed by those insensitive teachers.At the time the alphabetically disadvantaged may think they have had a lucky escape.28.The4th paragraph suggests that________.[A]questions are often put to the more intelligent students[B]alphabetically disadvantaged students often escape from class[C]teachers should pay attention to all of their students[D]students should be seated according to their eyesight29.What does the author mean by“most people are literally having a ZZZ”(Lines2-3,Paragraph5)?[A]They are getting impatient.[B]They are noisily dozing off.[C]They are feeling humiliated.[D]They are busy with word puzzles.30.Which of the following is true according to the text?[A]People with surnames beginning with N to Z are often ill-treated.[B]VIPs in the Western world gain a great deal from alphabetism.[C]The campaign to eliminate alphabetism still has a long way to go.[D]Putting things alphabetically may lead to unintentional bias.。

2004年全国1卷阅读理解

ATired of Working in Your Country!With over 500 instructors and 20 years of experience, we are the leader in the field of teaching foreign languages. We now have positions open in Osaka starting September / October 2004 for instructors of English, German, Spanish and French.●Teach many different kinds of classes using the latest technology in small classes of up to 3 students.●Accommodation(住宿), and other necessary documents(文件) will be ready before you leave.●Applicants will teach their first language only.● Excellent teacher training programs.If you are young with a university degree and are willing to experience different cultures, apply(申请) now. Experience in teaching is an advantage but not specially required. Knowledge of the Japanese language is not necessary but good English skills and practical computer knowledge are basic requirements.Apply with C. V. (简历(书),个人履历)and send letters to:NOVA France, Mr. Sampy(IHT3 / 2)34, Bd. Haussmann, 75009 Paris, FranceFax: 33148014804Or visit our website: www. teadyp. comThe manager expects to meet and talk with successful applicants in Paris in June and July.56. What is the purpose of the text?A. To introduce a language school in Japan.B. To hire language teachers to work in Japan.C. To describe working conditions in Japan.D. To make clear the requirements for Japanese teachers.57. We know from the text that those who are going to Japan will _______.A. teach English only in OsakaB. receive a degree from a universityC. have free accommodationD. get trained for the job58. Before going to Japan, you need _______.A. to see the manager of NOV A FranceB. to take some computer coursesC. to write a letter to JapanD. to find a place to live59. If you want to work in Japan you should _______.A. have some working experienceB. know how to use computersC. present good teaching plansD. speak several languages56. B. 根据We now have positions open in Osaka for instructors of English ,German ,Spanish and French .雇佣一些语言老师去日本工作。

2004年1月英语四级真题听力原文

Part I Listening Comprehension1.M: I like the color this shirt, do you have a larger size?W: This is the largest in this color, other colors coming all sizes.Q: What dose the woman imply?2. M: Look, the view is fantastic, could you take a picture for me with the lake in the background?W: I am afraid I just ran out of film.Q: What do we learn from the conversation?3. M: The food in this restaurant is horrible. If only we got to ray's school dining home.W: But the food isn't everything. It isn't nice just to get away from old movie? Q. What can we learn from the conversation?4.W: Can I help you sir?M: Yes, can you show me the way to gate nine for flight 910 to Hong Kong? I am quite confused here.Q: What does the man mean?5.W: My headache is killing me. I thought it was gong away. But now it is getting worse and worseM: I told you yesterday to make an appointment.Q: what does the man mean?6.W: can you give a hand, Mike? I want to move a few heavy items to the car. M: I'd like to but I am already five minutes late for my appointment with Mr. Jason, and the office is on the other side of the campus.Q: what would the man most probably do?7. M: I think you'd better find another partner. I love table tennis but I don't think I am improving.W: I'm poor, it's still too early to quit, nobody is expected to be a superstar. Just keep going and you get the high of it.Q: what does the woman mean?8.M: would you like to try the banana pie? It's incredible.W: well, to tell the truth I don't care much dessert.Q: what does the woman say about the banana pie?9．M: I exhausted I stayed up the whole night studying for my middle term matchesexam.W: But why do you always wait until the last minute?Q：what does the woman imply?10．M: I really can afford any more interruptions right now. I got to(设法) finishthis assignment.W: Sorry just one more thing, could you give a ride to school tomorrow?Q: What can be informed from the conversation?Section BPassage OneDo you remember the time when people were a litter nicer and gentler with each other?I certainly do. And I feel that much of the world has somehow gotten away form that.Too often I see people rushing into elevators without giving those inside a chanceout first, or never saying "Thank you" when others hold the door open for them. Weget lazy. And in our laziness, we think that something, like a simple "Thank You"doesn't really matter. But it can matter very much. The fact that no matter how nicelywe dress, or how beautifully we decorate we home, we can't be truly elegant withoutgood manners because elegance and good manners always go hand in hand. In fact, Ithink of the good manners as a sort of hidden beauty secret. Haven't you noticedthat the kindest, most generous people seem to keep getting prettier? It's funnyhow that happens. But it does. Take the long-lost art of saying "Thank you" likewearing a little makeup or making sure your hair is neat. Getting into the habitof saying "Thank you" can make you feel better about yourself.Good manners add toyou image while an angry face makes the best dressed person look ugly.Questions 11 to 13 are based on the passage you have just heard.Q11: What is the passage mainly about? Q12: What does the speaker say about the people of the past? Q13: According to the speaker, how could we best improve our image?Passage Two"Go to the playground and have fun." Parents will often say to their kids. But theyshould remember playgrounds can be dangerous. Each year about 200,000 children endup in hospital emergency rooms with playground injures. Many injures involve fallsfrom too-high equipment onto too-hard surfaces. Nearly 70% of the injures happenon public playgrounds. Recent studies show they maybe badly designed that protectiveservices are inadequate and their equipments is poorly maintained. Parents shouldmake sure that the equipment in playground is safe and that children are playingsafely. Last year the national programme for playground safety gave the nation'splayground a grade of "C" for safety after visiting more than 3,000 playgroundsnationwide. Parents should watch closely. They should always be within shouting andrunning distance of their children. Young children don't understandcause-and-effect, so they may run in front of moving swings. They're also betterat climbing up than getting down, so they may panic at the top of a ladder. It'simportant for children to know you're watching them. Once they feel that sense ofsecurity, that's when they can be creative.Questions 14 to 16 are based on the passage you have just heard.Q14: What is the cause of playground injures? Q15: What should parents do to prevent playground injures? Q16: What does the speaker say about young children? Passage ThreeFor 25 years I was a full-time thief, specializing in picking pockets. Where I comefrom in southeast London, that's an honorable profession. Anyone can break into ahouse and steal things. But picking somebody's pocket takes skill. My sister andI were among the most successful pickpocket teams in London. We worked hotel andtheatre lobbies, airports, shopping centers, restaurants. Now we don't steal anymore,but this crime is worldwide. Here is how to protect yourself:Professional pickpockets do not see victims, only handbags, jewels and money.Mothers with babies, the elderly, the disabled are all fair game. My preferred targetwas the lone female, handbag at her side, the right side to be exact. So if I'm nextto her I can reach it cautiously with my right hand across my body. Only about onewoman in a thousand carries her bag on the left, and I tended to steer clear of them.Women whose bags are hanging in front of them are tricky for the pickpocket, as thereisn't a blind side. If you want to make it even harder, use a bag with handles ratherthan a strap. For men, one of the best places to keep a wallet is in the back pocketof tight trousers. You'll feel any attempts to move it. Another good place is inthe buttoned-up inside pocket of a jacket. There's just no way in. Even better, keepwallets attached to a cord or chain that is fasten to a belt.A pickpocket needs targets who are relaxed and off guard. The perfect settingis clothing store. When customs wander among the racks, they are completely absorbedin the items they hold up. The presence of a uniformed security guard is even better.A false sense of security makes a pickpocket's job much simpler.Questions 17 to 20 are based on the passage you have just heard.Q17: Why does the speaker say that picking somebody's pocket is an honorable jobin southeast London?Q18: According to the speaker, who is most likely to become a victim of pickpockets? Q19: In the speaker's opinion, what is the best place for a man to keep his wallets? Q20: What is the perfect setting for picking pockets, according to the speaker?。

04级四级阅读专项练习答案与讲解

04级英语四级阅读专项练习答案与讲解（每套专项练习一个课时，共六套）专项练习一例1：A) 主旨大意题。

此文第一段给海洋学下定义，第二段指出海洋学出现前的情况。

第三、四、五段描述海洋学出现的过程，最后一段说的是海洋学最初的研究。

因此整篇文章讲的是海洋学的开始。

例2：B) 主旨大意题。

本文的第一段讲美国早期铁路修建的背景和遇到的困难，第二段讲第一条横跨大陆的铁路的修建，第三段点了文章的主旨，即这条横贯美国的铁路在开发西部、发展工农业生产和统一美国等方面起到了重要作用。

例3：A) 主旨大意题。

本文讨论了两种上课的方式：streaming pupi1s（把学生按能力分班教学）和mixed-ability teaching（把程度不一的学生混班教学），并列举了前者的弊端和后者的优点。

而其他三个选项均为mixed-abi1ity teaching的具体做法，都不是作者写这篇文章的目的。

例4：D) 主旨大意题。

本文以提问方式开头，在随后的第二段便解答了成功人士的成功秘诀是common sense，三、四、五段都对其进行深入阐述。

最后一段补充了影响成功的其他一些因素。

配套练习：1．C) 具体细节题。

答案在第二段的第一句后半部分。

2．B) 逻辑推理题。

本文第一段第一句指出“如今想要达成相关协议却相当复杂”。

3．D) 具体细节题。

带着60%这个数字回原文找，答案在第二段分析原因处，考查的是第一个原因。

4．B) 逻辑推理题。

第二段后半段，文章在这里分析了为何减少二氧化碳排放量的措施行不通，讲了三条原因，第二条原因是说一些国家不愿意为能源消耗承担法律义务。

第三段进一步阐述共同承担义务的重要性。

5．C) 主旨大意题。

本文第一段指出制定有关解决全球变暖问题的国际协议非常复杂。

第二段从经济角度分析了解决该问题所面临的难题。

第三段指出解决全球变暖问题的必要性和迫切性。

因此全文的主旨是分析全球变暖问题。

6．D) 具体细节题。

考查对第二段的第一句的理解。

英语一二通用阅读2004-1 Text 4

2004-1Text41-Americans today don’t place a very high value on intellect.Our heroes are athletes,entertainers,and entrepreneurs,not scholars.Even our schools are where we send our children to get a practical education-not to pursue knowledge for the sake of knowledge.Symptoms of pervasive anti-intellectualism in our schools aren’t difficult to find.2-“Schools have always been in a society where practical is more important than intellectual,”says education writer Diane Ravitch.“Schools could be a counterbalance.”Ravitch’s latest book,Left Back:A Century of Failed School Reforms,traces the roots ofanti-intellectualism in our schools,concluding they are anything but a counterbalance to the American distaste for intellectual pursuits.3-But they could and should be.Encouraging kids to reject the life of the mind leaves them vulnerable to exploitation and control.Without the ability to think critically,to defend their ideas and understand the ideas of others,they cannot fully participate in our democracy.Continuing along this path,says writer Earl Shorris,“We will become a second-rate country.We will have a less civil society.”4-“Intellect is resented as a form of power or privilege,”writes historian and professor Richard Hofstadter in Anti-Intellectualism in American Life,a Pulitzer-Prize winning book on the roots of anti-intellectualism in US politics,religion,and education.From the beginning of our history,says Hofstadter,our democratic and populist urges have driven us to reject anything that smells of elitism.Practicality,common sense,and native intelligence have been considered more noble qualities than anything you could learn from a book.5-Ralph Waldo Emerson and other Transcendentalist philosophers thought schooling and rigorous book learning put unnatural restraints on children:“We are shut up in schools and college recitation rooms for10 or15years and come out at last with a bellyful of words and do not know a thing.”Mark Twain’s Huckleberry Finn exemplified American anti-intellectualism.Its hero avoids being civilized-going to school and learning to read-so he can preserve his innate goodness.6-Intellect,according to Hofstadter,is different from native intelligence,a quality we reluctantly admire. Intellect is the critical,creative,and contemplative side of the mind.Intelligence seeks to grasp,manipulate,re-order,and adjust,while intellect examines,ponders,wonders, theorizes,criticizes and imagines.7-School remains a place where intellect is mistrusted.Hofstadter says our country’s educational system is in the grips of people who“joyfully and militantly proclaim their hostility to intellect and their eagerness to identify with children who show the least intellectual promise.”36.What do American parents expect their children to acquire in school?[A]The habit of thinking independently.[B]Profound knowledge of the world.[C]Practical abilities for future career.[D]The confidence in intellectual pursuits.37.We can learn from the text that Americans have a history of________.[A]undervaluing intellect[B]favoring intellectualism[C]supporting school reform[D]suppressing native intelligence38.The views of Ravitch and Emerson on schooling are________.[A]identical[B]similar[C]complementary[D]opposite39.Emerson,according to the text,is probably________.[A]a pioneer of education reform[B]an opponent of intellectualism[C]a scholar in favor of intellect[D]an advocate of regular schooling40.What does the author think of intellect?[A]It is second to intelligence.[B]It evolves from common sense.[C]It is to be pursued.[D]It underlies power.。