2014年12月英语四级真题试卷(第2套)
2014年12月英语四级答案及解析(第2套)
2014年12月四级真题答案详解(第2套)Part IWritingThe Most Impressive Course in My College Life写作指南本年度的作文文体比较自由，不再局限于议论文。
题目要求考生介绍自己“印象最深刻的一门课”，并阐述原因。
根据题目要求，文章的结构可安排如下：第一段：引出话题，指出大学的课程各有各的作用，但是“我”个人印象最深刻的一门课程是“文学鉴赏”。
第二段：具体描述该门课，注意重点介绍其特别之处，如老师独特的阅读及讨论要求。
第三段：简要说明自己学习该门课程后的收获，如锻炼了分析能力和批判思维能力。
范文与译文万能句型1．Among…．the one that has impressed me mostis………之中．令我印象最为深刻的是……2．Among…，the one that has left me the deepestimpression is………之中．令我印象最为深刻的是……3．Among…,…has been very impressive onme．……之中，……确实令我印象深刻。
1．I find…quite beneficial as well as impressive，because…我觉得……不仅令我印象深刻，同时还让我受益匪浅．因为……2…．is not only very beneficial but also impres-sive in that．．．．…．．不仅令人印象深刻，同时还让人受益匪浅，原因在于……3．I anl very much impressed by…while at thesame time benefit a lot from it．because…我对……印象深刻，并且从中受益匪浅，因为……写作模板In college，we(引出话题)．Some(某类事物lare meant to(发挥的作用)；others are de- signed to(发挥的另一种作用)．Among all those(相关事物)，the one that has impressed me most is(印象最深刻的事物)．(该事物)is unique in thatf概述该事物的独特之处)．(分点详述该事物的独特之处)．I find(该事物)quite beneficial as well as impressive，because it(阐述原因l)．Thanks to(该事物)，I am now(阐述原因2)．Part HListening ComprehensionSection A1. W: I ran into Sally the other day. I could hardly recognize her. Do you remember her fromhigh school?M: Yeah. She was a little out of shape back then. Well, has she lost a lot of weight? Q: What does the man remember of Sally?[C]【解析】男士说Sally当时体形有点不成样子，随后问“她是不是减肥了”，说明她当时体重超重，即C。
2014年12月全国大学英语四级考试答案及解析(完整版)
听力部分短对话1.B He has not cleared the apartment since his mother’s visit.2.C They might as well take the next bus.3.C She has to do extra work for a few days.4.A change her job.5.D He failed to do what he promised to do.6.B The woman does not like horror films.7.C The speakers share a common view on love.8.A Preparations for a forum.长对话9. B Scandinavia10. D More women will work outside the family11. D Spend more time changing women’s attitudes12. A In a restaurant13. C He is the Managing Director of Jayal Motors14. B To get a good import agent15. D His determination短文第一篇16. What are scientists trying to explain according to the passage?答案：(A) How being an identical twin influences one’s identify.【点评】：细节题。
本篇文章开头即指出‘they(scientists) are trying to explain how being half of the biological pair influences a twin’s identity.’由此可知科学家一直试图想要解释双胞胎的身份人格是如何受到影响的。
2014年12月英语四级真题及答案解析
2014年12⽉英语四级真题及答案解析2014年12⽉四级真题（第1套）注意：此部分试题请在答题卡1上作答。
Part ⅡListening Comprehension (30 minutes)Section ADirections: In this section, you will hear 8 short conversations and 2 long conversations. At the end of each conversation, one or more questions will be asked about what was said. Both the conversation and the questions will be spoken only once. After each question there will be a pause. During the pause, you must read the four choices marked A．, B．, C． andD．, and decide which is the best answer. Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 1 with a single line through the centre.注意：此部分试题请在答题卡1上作答。
1. A． The woman is fussy about the cleanness of the apartment.B． He has not cleaned the apartment since his mother's visit.C． He does not remember when his mother canoe over.D． His mother often helps him to clean the apartment.2. A． The bus stop is only two minutes' walk.B． The nmning made him short of breath.C． They might as well take the next bus.D． The woman is late by a couple of minutes.3. A． She is suffering a pain in her neck.B． She is likely to replace Miss Smith.C． She has to do extra work for a few days.D． She is quite sick of working overtime.4. A． Change her job.B． Buy a dishwasher.C． Open a flower shop.D． Start her own business.5. A． He forgot where he had left the package.B． He slipped on his way to the post office.C． He wanted to deliver the package himself.D． He failed to do what he promised to do.6. A． The speakers do not agree with each other.B． The woman does not like horror films.C． The man pays for the tickets as a rule.D． The speakers happened" to meet in the cinema.7. A． The woman is just as unlucky as the man.B． The woman is more sensitive than the man.C． The speakers share a common view on love.D． The speakers are unhappy with their marriage.8. A． Preparations for a forum.B． Participants in the forum.C． Organizers of a forum.D． Expectations of the forum.Questions 9 to 11 are based on the conversation you have just heard.9. A． France.B． Scandinavia.C． Russia.D． East Europe.10. A． More women will be promoted in the workplace.B． More women will overcome their inadequacies.C． More women will receive higher education.D． More women will work outside the family.11. A． Try hard to protect women's rights.B． Educate men to respect women more.C． Help women acquire more professional skills.D． Spend more time changing women's attitudes.Questions 12 to 15 are based on the conversation you have just heard.12. A． In a restaurant.B． In a hotel lobby.C． At the man's office.D． At the woman's place.13. A． He is the chief designer of the latest bike model.B． He has completed an overseas market survey.C． He is the Managing Director of Jayal Motors.D． He has just come back from a trip to Africa.14. A． To select the right model.B． To get a good import agent.C． To convince the board members.D． To cut down production costs.15. A． His flexibility.B． His vision.C． His intelligence.D． His determination.Section BDirections: In this section, you will hoar 3 short passages. At tho end of each passage, you will hoar some questions. Both the passage and the questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a question, you must choose tho best answer from tho four choices marked A．, B．, C．andD．. Then mark tho corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 1 with a single line through tho centre.注意：此部分试题请在答题卡1上作答。
201412月大学英语四级考试真题答案及解析2套
2013年12月大学英语四级考试真题答案解析(二)Part 1 writing (30 minutes)Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write a short essay based on the picture below. You should start your essay with a brief account of the increasing use of the mobile phone in people’s life and then explain the consequences of overus ing it.You should write at least IW words but no more than 180 words.People are crossing the street looking at their cell phones and using walking sticks in order to see.Part 2 Listening Comprehension (30 minutes)Section ADirections ： In this section, you will hear 8 short conversations and 2 long conversations. At the end of each conversation, one or more questions will be asked about what was said. Both the conversation and the questions will be spoken only once. After each question there will be a pause. During the pause, you must read the four choices marked A), B), C) and D), and decide which the best answer is. Then mark the corresponding letter o" Answer Sheet 1 with a single line through the centre.注意：此部分试题请在答题卡1上作答。
2014年12月四级真题(第2套)
[00:02.31]College English Test (Band 4)[00:05.58]Part ⅡListening Comprehension[00:09.72]Section A[00:11.23]Directions: In this section,[00:14.08]you will hear 8 short conversations[00:16.87]and 2 long conversations.[00:19.07]At the end of each conversation,[00:21.28]one or more questions will be asked[00:23.65]about what was said.[00:25.44]Both the conversation and the questions[00:28.18]will be spoken only once.[00:30.69]After each question there will be a pause. [00:34.29]During the pause,[00:35.75]you must read the four choices[00:37.82]marked A), B), C) and D),[00:40.30]and decide which is the best answer.[00:43.51]Then mark the corresponding letter[00:45.85]on Answer Sheet 1[00:47.57]with a single line through the centre.[00:50.17]Now let's begin with the eight short conversations. [00:55.11]1. W: When was the last time[00:58.02]you dusted the apartment?[01:00.28]M: When was the last time[01:01.72]my mother came over?[01:03.97]Q: What does the man imply?[01:21.38]2. W: Hurry up, Mark.[01:24.50]There's a bus coming now.[01:26.29]M: Why run?[01:27.64]There'll be another one[01:29.21]in 2 or 3 minutes.[01:31.32]Q: What does the man mean?[01:48.40]3. M: Laura, it seems that[01:51.33]you are up to your neck in work.[01:53.35]How come you've been so busy?[01:55.44]W: Miss Smith has asked for a sick leave,[01:58.42]and I have to take over her work[02:00.72]for a couple of days.[02:02.79]Q: What do we learn about the woman?[02:19.26]4. W: Washing dishes at the cafeteria every day [02:24.65]is really boring.[02:26.54]M: Why don't you quit[02:27.83]and deliver flowers with me?[02:29.96]Q: What does the man suggest[02:32.01]the woman do?[02:48.01]5. W: Rod, you said you'd take this package [02:52.76]to the post office yesterday.[02:54.84]M: Oh, no, it must have slipped my mind. [02:58.33]Q: What do we learn about the man[03:00.16]from the conversation?[03:16.29]6. M: I'm not surprised[03:19.84]you didn't like that movie.[03:21.60]I found it really scary myself.[03:24.04]W: So did I.[03:25.43]I don't care much for[03:26.85]horror movies as a rule.[03:29.43]Q: What do we learn from the conversation? [03:47.19]7. M: My life experience tells me[03:50.80]that love is filled with happiness,[03:52.95]but it hurts you too.[03:55.17]W: Your words remind me of the saying: [03:57.73]Honey is sweet,[03:59.35]but the bee stings.[04:01.47]Q: What do we learn from the conversation? [04:19.45]8. M: How many more chairs[04:22.02]should I bring in for the forum,[04:24.00]six or seven?[04:25.56]W: Bring in all you can find.[04:27.58]I'm expecting at least 20 participants. [04:30.98] Q: What are the speakers talking about? [04:48.81]Now you will hear the two long conversations. [04:52.30]Conversation One[04:54.14]M: Do you think there's discrimination [04:56.11]against women in England today?[04:58.30]W: Certainly,[04:59.35]and not just in education and work either, [05:02.75]in many other fields as well.[05:05.22]The tax situation for women[05:07.20]is very unfair, for example.[05:09.89]M: Are women better off[05:11.24]in other countries then?[05:13.10]W: It depends on the country.[05:14.73]There's certainly much less discrimination [05:17.44]in Scandinavia, and maybe in America, too. [05:21.30]M: Do you think[05:22.22]the position of English women will improve? [05:25.31]W: In some ways it will of course.[05:27.74]I'm sure more women will go out to work [05:30.63]in the next 20 years.[05:32.66]But women have a much greater problem [05:35.31]than this to solve.[05:36.92]M: What's that?[05:38.25]W: The problem of men's attitudes.[05:40.83]We can earn more money in the future, [05:43.29]but I'm not sure[05:44.53]we can change men's attitudes.[05:47.20]You see, most men really think[05:49.76]that women are inferior.[05:51.95]Maybe we are physically weaker,[05:54.47]but I don't think[05:55.48]this means we are inferior.[05:57.47]Then there's another problem.[05:59.62]M: Yes?[06:00.64]W: The problem of women's attitudes.[06:03.10]Lots of women are unhappy with[06:05.40]their present situation,[06:07.29]but most of them probably[06:08.98]don't want to fight for change.[06:11.53]It could be that[06:13.60]the women's liberation movement[06:15.59]has to spend more time[06:17.12]changing women's attitudes[06:18.85]than it spends in changing men's.[06:21.76]M: One last question,[06:23.43]some supporters of[06:24.67]the women's liberation movement[06:26.36]believed that marriages should be abolished. [06:29.16]You agree?[06:30.08]W: No, I don't.[06:31.56]It can't happen.[06:33.40]What may and should happen is that[06:36.12]we teach men to spend more time[06:38.14]looking after children and doing housework. [06:41.88]Questions 9 to 11 are based on the conversation [06:45.75]you have just heard.[06:47.62]9. Where are women said[06:50.61]to be less discriminated against?[07:08.51]10. What will happen in England in 20 years [07:12.23]according to the conversation?[07:29.38]11. What does the woman think[07:32.22]the women's liberation movement should do? [07:50.44]Conversation Two[07:52.25]M: Cheers, Shirley.[07:53.56]W: Cheers, Paul.[07:54.89]What a lovely place for a business lunch.[07:57.57]I hope I can concentrate in this heat.[08:00.63]M: I'm sure you will[08:01.92]when I tell you about my ideas.[08:04.07]W: You know, I must say[08:05.95]I was pleased to hear from you,[08:08.00]but from what you said on the phone,[08:10.15]everything is so sudden.[08:12.40]M: Well, my father-in-law,[08:14.29]who is also the managing director of Jayal Motors, [08:17.84]has given me two weeks to[08:19.35]prepare a report on the possibility[08:21.52]of moving into the export market.[08:23.91]W: Ah, now, just one thing, Paul.[08:26.88]Have you really thought the whole idea through? [08:29.99]M: Of course I have.[08:31.31]W: Now the key thing in the whole operation [08:34.02]is to get a good import agent,[08:36.53]and you say the bank will help?[08:38.57]M: I'm almost sure of it.[08:40.45]W: Preliminary studies are all very good, Paul. [08:43.81]But if the product can't sell,[08:45.85]then there's little use[08:47.27]in expanding the factory.[08:49.47]M: Yes, I realize that, Shirley.[08:51.57]But we have a very good product.[08:53.36]The chief designer has just[08:54.79]completed a new improved model.[08:57.24]W: I know your bikes[08:58.89]have a very good reputation here,[09:01.14]but you have to build up a reputation[09:03.36]and a market in Africa.[09:05.19]M: Yes, of course.[09:06.52]But the immediate problem is that[09:08.41]my father-in-law wants a detailed report[09:10.88]by next Monday.[09:12.20]Two weeks isn't enough time[09:14.18]to prepare a report,[09:15.83]so I need your help.[09:17.56]W: OK, Paul, you've convinced me.[09:20.40]I must say I admire your determination.[09:26.19]Questions 12 to 15 are based on the conversation [09:29.51]you have just heard.[09:31.34]12. Where does the conversation[09:34.54]most probably take place?[09:51.47]13. What do we learn about the man's father-in-law? [10:12.41]14. What does the woman think is important[10:17.19]in the whole operation?[10:33.38]15. What does the woman admire in the man?[10:54.36]Section B[10:55.92]Directions: In this section,[10:58.54]you will hear 3 short passages.[11:01.37]At the end of each passage,[11:03.80]you will hear some questions.[11:05.72]Both the passage and the questions[11:08.34]will be spoken only once.[11:10.92]After you hear a question,[11:13.01]you must choose the best answer[11:15.26]from the four choices[11:16.74]marked A), B), C) and D).[11:20.24]Then mark the corresponding letter[11:22.63]on Answer Sheet 1[11:24.38]with a single line through the centre.[11:27.42]Passage One[11:29.13]Scientists understand how twins are born.[11:32.73]Now though,[11:33.92]they are trying to explain[11:35.39]how being half of a biological pair[11:37.99]influences a twin's identity.[11:40.66]They want to know[11:41.85]why many identical twins make similar choices[11:45.59]even when they don't live near each other.[11:48.32]For example, Jim Springer and Jim Louis are identical twins. [11:53.67]They were separated[11:54.76]when they were only 4-month old.[11:57.24]The two Jims grew up in different families[12:00.49]and did not meet for 39 years.[12:03.61]When they finally met,[12:05.41]they discovered some surprising similarities between them. [12:09.18]Both men were married twice.[12:11.87]Their first wives were named Linda,[12:14.31]and their second wives were both named Betty.[12:17.24]Both twins named their first sons James Allen.[12:21.38]Scientists want to know[12:23.72]what influences their personality.[12:26.36]They study pairs of identical twins[12:29.17]who grew up in different surroundings,[12:31.71]like Jim Springer and Jim Louis.[12:34.30]These twins help scientists[12:36.74]understand the connection[12:38.45]between environment and biology.[12:41.12]Researchers at the University of Minnesota,[12:44.18]studied 350 sets of identical twins[12:48.05]who did not grow up together.[12:50.14]They discovered many similarities[12:52.46]in their personalities.[12:54.25]Scientists believe that personality characteristics[12:57.67]such as friendliness, shyness and fears[13:00.45]are not a result of environment.[13:03.19]These characteristics are probably inherited.[13:06.52]Scientists continue to study identical twins[13:10.30]because they are uncertain about them[13:12.30] and have many questions.[13:14.30]For example, they want to know[13:16.44]“Can twins really communicate without speaking? ”[13:20.18]“Can one twin really feel another twin's pain? ”[13:24.13]Perhaps with more research,[13:26.57]scientists will find the answers.[13:29.88]Questions 16 to 18 are based on the passage[13:33.66]you have just heard.[13:35.84]16. What are scientists trying to explain[13:40.24]according to the passage?[13:57.24]17. What do we learn about the twin Jims?[14:17.97]18. Why are scientists interested in[14:21.90]studying identical twins raised in different families?[14:41.27]Passage two[14:43.09]Today I'm going to talk about tents.[14:46.07]Camping is still one of the cheapest ways[14:49.53]of having a holiday.[14:51.26]And each year,[14:52.47]over three million people take camping vacations,[14:56.25]either here in Britain or abroad,[14:59.36]mostly on the Continent.[15:01.41]Obviously, camping can't be[15:03.95]as comfortable as living in a permanent house,[15:07.11]but modern tents can be very comfortable indeed,[15:11.05]with windows, bedrooms, kitchens and sitting rooms. [15:15.98]The most popular tent sold in Britain[15:18.90]is the frame tent with[15:20.73]two bedrooms and sleeping accommodation for four people. [15:25.55]There is usually an outer tent of water-proofed fabric[15:29.76]and a lighter inner tent[15:31.60]or tents with a built-in groundsheet.[15:35.25]The outer tent fits over the frame work. [15:38.09]This is made of metal poles[15:40.28]which are fitted together.[15:42.34]The inner tent is attached to this frame. [15:45.87]Generally, the inner tent is about[15:48.70]half the area of the outer tent.[15:51.56]The other half of the outer tent[15:53.99]is the living area.[15:55.74]This doesn't usually have a groundsheet [15:58.51]but you can buy one to fit,[16:00.78]though it costs extra.[16:03.04]The ordinary 4-bed frame tent[16:05.52]doesn't usually have a separate kitchen area, [16:08.65]but the larger ones often do.[16:11.33]You can buy a kitchen extension[16:13.72]for many tents,[16:14.95]and it's worth buying one[16:16.39]if you plan to stay camping[16:18.45]in one place for more than a few days. [16:23.04]Questions 19 to 21 are based on the passage [16:26.41]you have just heard.[16:28.60]19. What does the speaker say about camping? [16:48.66]20. What does the passage tell us[16:52.48] about the most popular tent sold in Britain? [17:10.28]21. What does the speaker suggest buying [17:15.27]if you plan to stay camping in one place [17:18.36]for more than a few days?[17:36.05]Passage Three[17:37.48]Andorra, one of the smallest countries [17:40.64]in the world,[17:41.65]is located high in the mountains[17:43.62]between France and Spain.[17:45.46]The country covers only 179 square miles. [17:50.23]That is less than[17:51.32]half the size of New York City.[17:53.92]High, rocky mountains surround Andorra. [17:57.56]Until the 1930s,[17:59.79]travelers had difficulty reaching the country. [18:02.87]Up until that time,[18:04.54]people in Andorra lived the way[18:06.92]they had lived for centuries.[18:08.92]Most Andorrans worked as farmers.[18:11.63]Things did not change quickly.[18:14.23]When roads were built[18:16.35]from France and Spain to Andorra[18:18.50]in the 1930s,[18:20.09]life picked up speed.[18:22.38]Tourists began to visit the small country.[18:25.40]These tourists brought in a lot of money[18:28.39]to spend while visiting.[18:29.96]Many people in Andorra[18:31.75]found new jobs in shops or hotels.[18:35.04]These changes helped to[18:36.55]keep young people in Andorra.[18:38.92]There were many more jobs[18:40.58]than before the roads were built.[18:42.66]Today tourists provide[18:44.73]80 to 90 percent of Andorra's income.[18:47.81]More than a million people visit each year.[18:50.72]They come to view the rough mountains.[18:53.01]They enjoy the quiet way of life.[18:55.77]Most people are also interested in the ancient buildings. [19:00.17]There are many shops for tourists to browse in. [19:02.95]Clothes, watches, wines and other items[19:06.14]are sold at low prices in Andorra.[19:08.99]Import fees are low,[19:10.90]so tourists enjoy the inexpensive shopping.[19:14.16]Most of the businesses in Andorra[19:16.60]are owned by its citizens.[19:18.91]There are not many foreign businesses.[19:21.36]Some Andorrans still[19:23.13]farm and raise sheep and cattle.[19:25.53]But most are now involved with the tourist trade. [19:29.15]Questions 22 to 25 are based on the passage[19:34.05]you have just heard.[19:36.58]22. How big does the speaker say Andorra is?[19:56.75]23. What can be said about Andorra[20:00.92]before the 1930s?[20:18.47]24. What event changed the situation in Andorra? [20:39.87]25. What do most people in Andorra do nowadays? [21:01.82]Section C[21:03.30]Directions: In this section,[21:05.74]you will hear a passage three times.[21:08.92]When the passage is read[21:10.32]for the first time,[21:11.58]you should listen carefully[21:13.12]for its general idea.[21:15.34]When the passage is read[21:17.25]for the second time,[21:18.71]you are required to fill in the blanks[21:21.19]with the exact words[21:22.67]you have just heard.[21:24.45]Finally, when the passage is[21:26.46]read for the third time,[21:28.17]you should check what you have written.[21:31.02]Now listen to the passage.[21:34.75]“Don't take many English courses；[21:36.83]they won't help you get a decent job. ”[21:39.25]“Sign up for management classes,[21:41.99]so you'll be ready to[21:43.17]join the family business when you graduate. ”[21:45.59]Sound familiar?[21:47.52]Many of us have heard suggestions like these [21:50.56]put forward by parents[21:52.30]or others close to us.[21:54.17]Such comments often seem quite reasonable. [21:58.12]Why, then should suggestions like these[22:01.26]be taken with caution?[22:03.21]The reason is they relate to decisions[22:05.85]you should make.[22:07.34]You are the one[22:08.41]who must live with their consequences.[22:11.16]One of the worst reasons[22:12.82]to follow a particular path in life[22:15.14]is that other people want you to.[22:17.90]Decisions that affect your life[22:19.84]should be your decisions—[22:21.80]decisions you make[22:22.97]after you've considered various alternatives [22:25.76]and chosen the path that suits you best.[22:28.83]Making your own decisions does not mean [22:31.16]that you should ignore the suggestions of others. [22:34.66]For instance,[22:35.87]your parents do have their own unique experiences [22:39.16]that may make their advice helpful,[22:41.58]and having participated in[22:43.71]a great deal of your personal history,[22:46.23]they may have a clear view of[22:48.28]your strengths and weaknesses.[22:50.23]Still, their views are not necessarily accurate.[22:54.22]They may still see you as a child,[22:56.54]in need of care and protection.[22:58.96]Or they may see only your strengths.[23:01.70]Or, in some unfortunate cases,[23:04.13]they may focus only on[23:05.36]your flaws and shortcomings.[23:07.74]People will always be giving you advice.[23:10.95]Ultimately, though,[23:12.19]you have to make your own judgments.[23:17.23]Now the passage will be read again.[23:21.29]“Don't take many English courses；[23:23.47]they won't help you get a decent job. ”[23:27.04]“Sign up for management classes,[23:29.38]so you'll be ready to[23:30.61]join the family business when you graduate. ”[23:33.81]Sound familiar?[23:35.28]Many of us have heard suggestions like these [23:39.04]put forward by parents[23:40.95]or others close to us.[23:43.03]Such comments often seem quite reasonable. [23:46.70]Why, then should suggestions like these[23:50.09]be taken with caution?[23:52.04]The reason is they relate to decisions[23:55.24]you should make.[23:57.03]You are the one[23:58.17]who must live with their consequences.[24:01.15]One of the worst reasons[24:03.01]to follow a particular path in life[24:05.68]is that other people want you to.[24:08.51]Decisions that affect your life[24:10.77]should be your decisions—[24:12.72]decisions you make[24:14.13]after you've considered various alternatives [24:17.49]and chosen the path that suits you best.[24:20.82]Making your own decisions does not mean [24:24.06]that you should ignore the suggestions of others. [24:27.53]For instance,[24:29.04]your parents do have their own unique experiences [24:33.25]that may make their advice helpful,[24:35.81]and having participated in[24:38.15]a great deal of your personal history,[24:41.01]they may have a clear view of[24:43.22]your strengths and weaknesses.[24:45.67]Still, their views are not necessarily accurate.[24:52.70]in need of care and protection.[24:55.61]Or they may see only your strengths.[24:59.08]Or, in some unfortunate cases,[25:02.20]they may focus only on[25:04.11]your flaws and shortcomings.[25:06.49]People will always be giving you advice.[25:09.65]Ultimately, though,[25:11.03]you have to make your own judgments.[25:15.00]Now the passage will be read for the third time. [25:19.26]“Don't take many English courses；[25:21.20]they won't help you get a decent job. ”[25:23.56]“Sign up for management classes,[25:26.35]so you'll be ready to[25:27.30]join the family business when you graduate. ”[25:29.99]Sound familiar?[25:31.85]Many of us have heard suggestions like these [25:34.90]put forward by parents[25:36.53]or others close to us.[25:38.25]Such comments often seem quite reasonable. [25:42.47]Why, then should suggestions like these[25:45.51]be taken with caution?[25:47.55]The reason is they relate to decisions[25:50.04]you should make.[25:51.67]You are the one[25:52.80]who must live with their consequences.[25:55.53]One of the worst reasons[25:57.06]to follow a particular path in life[25:59.36]is that other people want you to.[26:01.97]Decisions that affect your life[26:03.93]should be your decisions—[26:06.23]decisions you make[26:07.12]after you've considered various alternatives [26:09.93]and chosen the path that suits you best.[26:13.09]Making your own decisions does not mean [26:15.84]that you should ignore the suggestions of others. [26:18.74]For instance,[26:19.97]your parents do have their own unique experiences [26:23.16]that may make their advice helpful,[26:25.59]and having participated in[26:27.77]a great deal of your personal history,[26:30.26]they may have a clear view of[26:32.34]your strengths and weaknesses.[26:34.31]Still, their views are not necessarily accurate.[26:40.49]in need of care and protection.[26:42.97]Or they may see only your strengths. [26:45.73]Or, in some unfortunate cases,[26:48.20]they may focus only on[26:49.36]your flaws and shortcomings.[26:51.76]People will always be giving you advice. [26:55.09]Ultimately, though,[26:56.31]you have to make your own judgments. [27:00.26]This is the end of listenning comprehension.。
英语四级真题2014年12月英语四级真题(第1套)大学英语四级(CET-4)真题试卷及参考答案
2014年12月四级真题（第1套）注意：此部分试题请在答题卡1上作答。
PartⅡListening Comprehension(30minutes)Section ADirections:In this section,you will hear8short conversations and2long conversations.At the end of each conversation,one or more questions will be asked about what was said.Both the conversation and the questions will be spoken only once.After each question there will be a pause.During the pause,you must read the four choices marked A．,B．,C．andD．,and decide which is the best answer. Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet1with a single line through the centre.注意：此部分试题请在答题卡1上作答。
1.A．The woman is fussy about the cleanness of the apartment.B．He has not cleaned the apartment since his mother's visit.C．He does not remember when his mother canoe over.D．His mother often helps him to clean the apartment.2.A．The bus stop is only two minutes'walk.B．The nmning made him short of breath.C．They might as well take the next bus.D．The woman is late by a couple of minutes.3.A．She is suffering a pain in her neck.B．She is likely to replace Miss Smith.C．She has to do extra work for a few days.D．She is quite sick of working overtime.4.A．Change her job.B．Buy a dishwasher.C．Open a flower shop.D．Start her own business.5.A．He forgot where he had left the package.B．He slipped on his way to the post office.C．He wanted to deliver the package himself.D．He failed to do what he promised to do.6.A．The speakers do not agree with each other.B．The woman does not like horror films.C．The man pays for the tickets as a rule.D．The speakers happened"to meet in the cinema.7.A．The woman is just as unlucky as the man.B．The woman is more sensitive than the man.C．The speakers share a common view on love.D．The speakers are unhappy with their marriage.8.A．Preparations for a forum.B．Participants in the forum.C．Organizers of a forum.D．Expectations of the forum.Questions9to11are based on the conversation you have just heard.9.A．France.B．Scandinavia.C．Russia.D．East Europe.10.A．More women will be promoted in the workplace.B．More women will overcome their inadequacies.C．More women will receive higher education.D．More women will work outside the family.11.A．Try hard to protect women's rights.B．Educate men to respect women more.C．Help women acquire more professional skills.D．Spend more time changing women's attitudes.Questions12to15are based on the conversation you have just heard.12.A．In a restaurant.B．In a hotel lobby.C．At the man's office.D．At the woman's place.13.A．He is the chief designer of the latest bike model.B．He has completed an overseas market survey.C．He is the Managing Director of Jayal Motors.D．He has just come back from a trip to Africa.14.A．To select the right model.B．To get a good import agent.C．To convince the board members.D．To cut down production costs.15.A．His flexibility.B．His vision.C．His intelligence.D．His determination.Section BDirections:In this section,you will hoar3short passages.At tho end of each passage,you will hoar some questions.Both the passage and the questions will be spoken only once.After you hear a question,you must choose tho best answer from tho four choices marked A．,B．,C．andD．.Then mark tho corresponding letter on Answer Sheet1with a single line through tho centre.注意：此部分试题请在答题卡1上作答。
2014年12月英语四级真题及答案(二卷)(文字版)
2014年12月英语四级真题及答案(二卷) 2014年12月CET4真题及答案（二卷）（文字版）Part II Listening(30 minutes)Section ADirections：In this section，you will hear 8 short conversations and 2 long conversations. At the end of each conversation, one or more questions will be asked about what was said. Both the conversation and the questions will be spoken only once. After each question there will be a pause. During the pause, you must read the four choices marked A) , B) , C) and D)， and decide which is the best answer. Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet I with a single line through the centre.Question 1A.At a groceryB.In a parking lotC.In a car showroomD.At a fast food restaurant2、A.Have a little nap after lunchB.Get up and take a short walkC.Change her position now and thenD.Stretch legs before standing up Question3A.The students should practice long-distance runningB.He doesn’t quite believe what the woman saysC.The students’ physical condition is not desirableD.He thinks the race is too hard for the studentsQuestion 4A.They do not want to have a baby at presentB.They cannot afford to get married right nowC.They are both pursuing graduate studiesD.They will get their degrees in two yearsQuestion 5A.Twins usually have a lot in commonB.He must have been mistaken for JackC.Jack is certainly not as healthy as he isD.He has not seen Jack for quite a few daysQuestion 6A.The man will take the woman wo the museumB.The man knows where the museum is locatedC.The woman is asking the way at the crossroadsD.The woman will attend the opening of the museumQuestion 7A.They cannot ask the guy to leaveB.The guy has been coming in for yearsC.They should not look down upon the guyD.The guy must be feeling extremely lonelyQuestion 8A.Collect timepiecesB.Become time-consciousC.Learn to mend locksD.Keep track of his daily activitiesQuestions 9 to 11 are based on the conversation you have just heard. Question 9A.It winds its way to the seaB.It is quickly risingC.It is eating into its banksD.It is wide and deepQuestion 10A.Get the trucks over to the other side of the riverB.Take the equipment apart before being ferriedC.Reduce the transport cost as much as possible.D.Try to speed up the operation by any meansQuestion 11A.Ask the commander to send a helicopterB.Halt the operation until further ordersC.Cut trees and build rowing boatsD.Find as many coats as possibleQuestions 12 to 15 are based on the conversation you have just heard. Question 12A.Help him join an Indian expeditionB.Talk about his climbing experiencesC.Give up mountain climbing altogetherD.Save money to buy climbing equipmentQuestion 13A.He was very strict with his childrenB.He climbed mountains to earn a livingC.He had an unusual religious backgroundD.He was the first to conquer Mt. QomolangmaQuestion 14A.They are like humansB.They are sacred placesC.They are to be protectedD.They are to be conqueredQuestion 15A.It was his father’s training that pilled him throughB.It was a milestone in his mountain climbing careerC.It was his father who gave him the strength to succeedD.It helped him understand the Sherpa view of mountainsSection BDirections：In this section，you will hear 3 short passages. At the end of each passage，you will hear some questions. Both the passage and the questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a question, you must choose the best answer from the four choices marked A), B), C)and D). Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet I with a single line through the centre Passage OneQuestion 16A. By reviewing what he has said previouslyB.By comparing memorandums with lettersC.By showin g a memorandum’ s structureD.By analyzing the organization of a letterQuestion 17A.They spent a lot of time writing memorandumsB.They seldom read a memorandum through to the endC.They placed emphasis on the format of memorandumsD.They ignored many of the memorandums they received.Question 18A.Style and wordingB.Structure and lengthC.Directness and clarityD.Simplicity and accuracyPassage TwoQuestions 19 to 22 are based on the passage you have just heard. Question 19A.Accurate datingB.Professional lookC.Direct statement of purposeD.Inclusion of appropriate humorQuestion20A.They give top priority to their work efficiencyB.They make an effort to lighten their workloadC.They never change work habits unless forced toD.They try hard to make the best use of their timeQuestion 21A.Self-confidenceB.Sense of dutyC.Work efficiencyD.Passion for workQuestion 22A.They are addicted to playing online gamesB.They try to avoid work whenever possibleC.They find to pleasure in the work they doD.They simply have no sense of responsibilityPassage ThreeQuestions 23 to 25 are based on the passage you have just heard. Question 23A.He lost all his propertyB.He was sold to a circusC.He was forced into slaveryD.He ran away from his familyQuestion 24A.A carpenterB.A businessmanC.A master of hisD.A black drummerQuestion 25A.It named its town hall after Solomon NorthupB.It declared July 24 Solomon Northup DayC.It freedom all blacks in the town from slaveryD.It hosted a reunion for the Northup familySection CDirections：In this section, you will hear a passage three times. When the passage is read for the first time, you should listen carefully for its general idea. When the passage is read for the second time, you are required to fill in the blanks with the exact words you have just heard. Finally, when the passage is read for the third time, you should check what you have written. Section CIntolerance is the art of ignoring any views that differ from your own. It(26)_____ itself a hatred. Stereotypes, prejudice, and(27)_____.Once it intensifies in people, intolerance is nearly impossible to overcome. But why would anyone want to be labeled intolerant. Why would people want to be (28)_____about the world around them? Why would one want to be part of the problem in America, instead of the solution?There are many explanations for intolerant attitudes, some (29)_____ childhood. It is likely that intolerant folks grew up (30)_____ intolerant parents and the cycle of prejudice has simply continued for (31)_____. Perhaps intolerant people are so set in their ways that they find it easier to ignore anything that might not (32)_____ their limited view of life. Or maybe intolerant students have simply never been (33)_____ to anyone different form themselves. But none of these reason is an excuse for allpwing the intolerance to continue. Intolerance should not be confused with disagreement.It is,of course,possible as diasgree with an opinion without being intolerant of it.If you understand a belief but still don't believe in that specific belief,that's fine.You are (34)_____ your opinion.As a matter offact.(35)_____ disseniers(持异议者)are important for any belief.If we all believed the same things.we would never grow,and we would never learn about the world around us,does not stem frim disagreement.It stems from fear,And fear stems from fear.And fear stems from ignorance.答案：26.manifests27.discrimination28.uninformed29.dating back to30.imitating31.generations32.conform to33.exposed34.entitled to35.knowledgeablePart III Reading Comprehension (40 minutes)Section AHis future subjects have not always treated the Prince of Wales with the respect one XXXX expect. They laughed aloud in 1986 when the heir to the British(36)_____ told a TV reporter that he talked to his plants at his country house, Highgrove, to stimulate their growth. The Prince was being humorous- “My sense of humor will get me into trouble one day”, he said to his aids(随从)-but listening to Charles Windsor can indeed prove stimulating. The royal(37)_____ has been promoting radical ideas for most of his adult life. Some of his(38)_____, which once sounded a bit weird, were simply ahead of their time. Now, finally, the world seems to be catching up with him. Take his views on farming. Prince Charles’ Duchy Home Farm went(39)_____ back in 1986. When most shoppers cared only about the low price tag on suspiciously blemish-free(无瑕疵的) vegetablesand(40)_____ large chickens piled high in supermarkets.His warnings on climate change proved farsighted,too.Charles began(41)_____ action in warming in 1990 and says he has been worried about the(42)_____ of man on the environment same be was a teenger.Although he was gradually gained international(43)_____ as one of the world's lending conservationists,many British people still think of him as an(44)_____ person who talks to plants.This year,as it happens,South Korean scientists proved that plants reallydo(45)_____ to round.So Charles was ahead of the game there,too.A.conformB.eccentricC.environmentalistD.expeditionsE.impactF.notionsanicH.originallyI.recognitionJ.respondK.subordinateL.suppressingM.throneN.unnaturallyO.urgingSection BDirections: In this section，you are going to read a passage with ten statements attached to it. Each statement contains information given in one of the paragraphs. Identify the paragraph from which the information is derived. You may choose a paragraph more than once. Each paragraph is marked with a letter. Answer the questions by marking the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 2. High School Sports Aren’t Killing AcademicsA)In this month’s Atlantic cover article, “The Case Against High-School Sports,” Amanda Ripley argues that school-sponsored sports programs should be seriously cut. She writes that, unlike most countries that outperform the United States on international assessments, American schools put too much of an emphasis on athletics, “ Sports are embedded in American schools in a way they are not al most anywhere else,” she writes, “Yet this difference hardly ever comes up in domestic debates about America’s international mediocrity(平庸)in education.”B)American student-athletes reap many benefits from participating in sports, but the costs to the schools could outweigh their benefits, she argues, In particular, Ripley contends that sports crowd out the academic missions of schools: America should learn from South Korea and Finland and every other country at the top level of international test scores, all of whom emphasize athletics far less in school. ”Even in eighth grade, American kids spend more than twice the time Korean kids spend playing sports,” she writes, citing a 2010 study published in the Journal of Advanced Academics.C)It might well be true that sports are far more rooted in American high schools than in other countries. But our reading of international test scores finds no support for the argument against school athletics. Indeed, our own research and that of others lead us tomake the opposite case. School-sponsored sports appear to provide benefits that seem to increase, not detract(减少)from, academic success.D)Ripley indulges a popular obsession(痴迷)with international test score comparisons, which show wide and frightening gaps between the United States and other countries. She ignores, however, the fact that states vary at least as much in test scores as do developed countries. A 2011 report from Harvard University shows that Massachusetts produces math scores comparable to South Korea and Finland, while Mississippi scores are closer to Trinidad and Tobago. Ripley’s thesis about sports falls apart in light of this fact. Schools in Massachusetts provide sports programs while schools in Finland do not. Schools in Mississippi may love football while in Tobago interscholastic sports are nowhere near as prominent. Sports cannot explain these similarities in performance. They can’t explain international differences either.E)If it is true that sports undermine the academic mission of American schools, we would expect to see a negative relationship between the commitment to athletics and academic achievement. However, the University of Arkansas’s Daniel Bowen and Jay Greene actually find the opposite. They examine this relationship by analyzing schools’ sports winning percentages as well as student-athletic participation rates compared to graduation rates and standardized test score achievement over a five-year period for all public high schools in Ohio. Controlling for student poverty levels, demographics(人口统计状况), and district financial resources, both measures of a school’s commitment to athletics are significantly and positively related to lower dropout rates as well as higher test scores.F)On-the-field success and high participation in sports is not random-it requires focus and dedication to athletics. One might think this would lead schools obsessed with winning to deemphasize academics. Bowen and Greene’s results contradict that argument. A likely explanation for this seemingly counterintuitive(与直觉相反的)result is that success in sports programs actually facilitates or reflects greater social capital within a school’s community.G)Ripley cites the writings of renowned sociologist James Coleman, whose research in education was groundbreaking. Coleman in his early work held athletics in contempt, arguing that they crowded out schools’ academic missions. Ripley quotes his 1961 study, The Adolescent Society, where Coleman writes, “Altogether, the trophy(奖品)case wouldsuggest to the innocent visitor that he was entering an athletic club, not an educational institution.”H)However, in later research Coleman would show how the success of schools is highly dependent on what he termed social capital, “the social networks, and the relationships between adul ts and children that are of value for the child’s growing up.”I)According to a 2013 evaluation conducted by the Crime Lab at the University of Chicago,a program called Becoming a Man-Sports Edition creates lasting improvements in the boys’ study habits a nd grade point averages. During the first year of the program, students were founds to be less likely to transfer schools or be engaged in violent crime. A year after the program, participants were less likely to have had an encounter with the juvenile justice system.J)If school-sponsored sports were completely eliminated tomorrow, many American students would still have opportunities to participate in organized athletics elsewhere, much like they do in countries such as Finland, Germany, and South Korea. The same is not certain when it comes to students from more disadvantaged backgrounds. In an overview of the research on non-schoolbased after-school programs, researchers find that disadvantaged children participate in these programs at significantly lower rates. They find that low-income students have less access due to challenges with regard to transportation, non-nominal fees, and off-campus safety. Therefore, reducing or eliminating these opportunities would most likely deprive disadvantaged students of the benefits from athletic participation, not least of which is the opportunity to interact with positive role models outside of regular school hours.K)Another unfounded criticism that Ripley makes is bringing up the stereotype that athletic XX are typically lousy(蹩脚的)classroom teachers. “American principals, unlike the XX XX of principals around the world, make many hiring decisions with their sports teams in mind, which does not always end well for students,” she writes. Educators who seek employme nt at schools primarily for the purpose of coaching are likely to shirk(推卸)teaching responsibilities, the argument goes. Moreover, even in the cases where the employee is a teacher first and athletic coach second, the additional responsibilities that come with coaching likely comes at the expense of time otherwise spent on planning, grading, and communicating with parents and guardians.L)The data, however, do not seem to confirm this stereotype. In the most rigorous study on the classroom results of high s chool coaches, the University of Arkansas’s Anna Egalite finds that athletic coaches in Florida mostly tend to perform just as well as their non-coaching counterparts, with respect to raising student test scores. We do not doubt that teachers who also coach face serious tradeoffs that likely come at the expense of time they could dedicate to their academic obligations. However, as with sporting events, athletic coaches gain additional opportunities for communicating and serving asmentors(导师)that potentially help students succeed and make up for the costs of coaching commitments.M)If schools allow student-athletes to regularly miss out on instructional time for the sake of traveling to athletic competitions, that’s bad. However, such issues would be better addressed by changing school and state policies with regard to the scheduling of sporting events as opposed to total elimination. If the empirical evidence points to anything, it points towards school sponsored sports providing assets that are well worth the costs.N)Despite negative stereotypes about sports culture and Ripley’s presumption that academics and athletics are at odds with one another, we believe that the greater body of evidence shows that school-sponsored sports programs appear to benefit students. Successes on the playing field can carry over to the classroom and vice versa(反之亦然). More importantly, finding ways to increase school communities’ social capital is imperative to the success of the school as whole, not just the athletes.46.Stunets from low-income families have less access to off-campus sports programs.47.Amanda Ripley argues that America should learn from other countries that rank high in international tests and lay less emphasis on athletics.48.According to the author,Amanda Ripley fails to note that stunents'performance in exams varies from state to state.49.Amanda Ripley thinks that athletic coaches are poor at classroom instruction.50.James Coleman's later resrarch make an argument for a school's social capital.51.Reaearchers find that there is a ppsitive relationship between a school's commitment to athletics and academic achievements.52.Aa rigorous study finds that athletic coaches also do well in raising students'test scores.53.According to an evaluation,spograms contribute to students's academic preformance and character building.54.Amanda Ripley believes the emphasis on school sports shuold be brought up when trying to understand why Aamerican students are mediocre.55.James Coleman suggests in his earlier writings that school athletics would undermine a school's image.Section CDirections: There are 2 passages in this section. Each passage is followed by some questions or unfinished statements. For each of them there are four choices marked A, B, C and D. . You should decide on the best choice and mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 2 with a single line through the centre.Passage oneIt is easy to miss amid the day-to-day headlines of global economic recession, but there is a less conspicuous kind of social upheaval(剧变)underway that is fast altering both the face of the planet and the way human beings live. That change is the rapid acceleration of urbanization. In 2008, for the first time in human history, more than half the world’s population was living in towns and cities. And as a recently published paper shows, the process of urbanization will only accelerate in the decades to come—with an enormous impact on biodiversity and potentially on climate change.As Karen Seto, the led author of the paper, points out, the wave of urbanization isn’t just about the migration of people into urban environments, but about the environments themselves becoming bigger to accommodate all those people. The rapid expansion of urban areas will have a huge impact on biodiversity hotspots and on carbon emissions in those urban areas.Humans are the ultimate invasive species—when the move into new territory, the often displace the wildlife that was already living there. And as land is cleared for those new cities—especially in the dense tropical forests—carbon will be released into the atmosphere as well. It’s true that as people in developing nations move from the countryside to the city, the shift may reduce the pressure on land, which could in turn be good for the environment. This is especially so in desperately poor countries, where residents in the countryside slash and burn forests each growing season to clear space for farming. But the real difference is that in developing nations, the move from rural areas to cities often leads to an accompanying increase in income — and that increase leads to an increase in the consumption of food and energy, which in turn causes a rise in carbon emissions. Getting enough to eat and enjoying the safety and comfort of living fully on the grid is certainly a good thing — but it does carry an environmental price. The urbanization wave can’t be stopped —and it shouldn’t be. But Seto’s paper does underscore the importance of managing that transition. If we do it the right way, we can reduceurb anization’s impact on the environment. “There’s an enormous opportunity here, and a lot of pressure and responsibility to think about how we urbanize,” says Seto. “One thing that’s clear is that we can’t build cities the way we have over the last couple of hundredyears. The scale of this transition won’t allow that.” We’re headed towards an urban planet no matter what, but whether it becomes heaven or hell is up to us.56. What issue does the author try to draw people’s attention to?A. The shrinking biodiversity worldwide.B. The rapid increase of world population.C. The ongoing global economic recession.D. The impact of accelerating urbanization.57. In what sense are humans the ultimate invasive species?A. They are much greedier than other species.B. They are a unique species born to conquer.C. They force other species out of their territories.D. They have an urge to expand their living space.58. In what way is urbanization in poor countries good for the environment?A. More land will be preserved for wildlife.B. The pressure on farmland will be lessened.C. Carbon emissions will be considerably reduced.D. Natural resources will be used more effectively.59. What does the author say about living comfortably in the city?A. It incurs a high environmental price.B. It brings poverty and insecurity to an end.C. It causes a big change in people’s lifestyle.D. It narrows the gap between city and country.60. What can be done to minimize the negative impact of urbanization according to Seto?A. Slowing down the speed of transition.B. Innovative use of advanced technology.C. Appropriate management of the process.D. Enhancing people’s sense of responsibility.Passage TwoWhen Harvard student Mark Zuckerberg launched in Feb. 2004, even he could not imagine the forces it would let loose. His intent was to connect college students. Facebook, which is what this website rapidly evolved into, ended up connecting the world. To the children of this connected era, the world is one giant social network. They are not bound — as were previous generations of humans — by what they were taught. They are only limited by their curiosity and ambition. During my childhood, all knowledge was local. You learned everything you knew from your parents, teachers, preachers, and friends.With the high-quality and timely information at their fingertips, today’s children are rising normally tame middle class is speaking up against social ills. Silicon Valley executives are being shamed into adding women to their boards. Political leaders are marshalling the energy of millions for elections and political causes. All of this is being done with social media technologies that Facebook and its competitors set free.As does every advancing technology, social media has created many new problems. It is commonly addictive and creates risks for younger users. Social media is used by extremists in the Middle East and elsewhere to seek and brainwash recruits. And it exposes us and our friends to disagreeable spying. We may leave our lights on in the house when we are on vacation, but through social media we tell criminals exactly where we are, when we plan to return home, and howtoblackmail(敲诈)us.；Governmentsdon’tneedinfo；Themarketersarealsoseein；Regardlessofwhatsocialme；61.WhatwasthepurposeofFa；A.Tohelpstudentsconnectw；B.Tobringuniversitystude；C.Tohelphow to blackmail(敲诈)us.Governments don’t need informers any more. Social media allows government agencies to spy on their own citizens. We record our thoughts, emotions, likes and dislikes on Facebook; we share our political views, social preferences, and plans. We post intimate photographs of ourselves. No spy agency or criminal organization could actively gather the type of data that we voluntarily post for them.The marketers are also seeing big opportunities. Amazon is trying to predict what we will order. Google is trying to judge our needs and wants based on our social-media profiles. We need to be aware of the risks and keep working to alleviate the dangers.Regardless of what social media people use, one thing is certain: we are in a period of accelerating change. The next decade will be even more amazing and unpredictable than the last. Just as no one could predict what would happen with social media in the last decade, no one can accurately predict where this technology will take us. I am optimistic, however, that a connected humanity will find a way to uplift itself.61. What was the purpose of Facebook when it was first created?A. To help students connect with the outside world.B. To bring university students into closer contact.C. To help students learn to live in a connected era.D. To combine the world into an integral whole.62. What difference does social media make to learning?A. Local knowledge and global knowledge will merge.B. Student will become more curious and ambitious.C. People are able to learn wherever they travel.D. Sources of information are greatly expanded.63. What is the author’s greatest concern with social media technology?A. Individuals and organizations may use it for evil purposes.B. Government will find it hard to protect classified information.C. People may disclose their friends’ information unintentionally.D. People’s attention will be easily distractedfrom their work in hand.64. What do businesses use social media for?A. Creating a good corporate image.B. Conducting large-scale market surveys.C. Anticipating the needs of customers.D. Minimizing possible risks and dangers.65. What does the author think of social media as a whole?A. It will enable human society to advance at a faster pace.B. It will pose a grave threat to our traditional ways of life.C. It is bound to bring about another information revolution.D. It breaks down the final barriers in human communication.Part IV Translation (30 minutes)Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to translate a passage from Chinese into English. You should write your answer on Answer Sheet 2.翻译题一：自从1978年启动改革以来，中国已从计划经济转为以市场为基础的经济，经历了经济和社会的快速发展。
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Question 4 A.The date of Carl's wedding. B.The birthday of Carl's bride. C.A significant event in July. D.Preparation for a wedding. Question 5 A.The woman forgot to tell the man in advance. B.The man was absent from the weekly meeting. C.The woman was annoyed at the man's excuse. D.The man was in charge of scheduling meetings. Question 6 A.The woman is a marvelous cook. B.The woman has just bought an oven. C.The man has to leave in half an hour. D.The man cannot want for his meal. Question 7 A.How she can best help the man. B.Where the man got the bad news. C.What items sell well in the store. D.Whether the man can keep his job. Question 8 A.The woman can sign up for a swimming class. B.He works in the physical education department. C.The woman has the potential to swim like a fish. D.He would like to teach the woman how to swim. Questions 9 to 11 are based on the conversation you have just heard. Question 9 A.He teaches in a law school. B.He loves classical music. C.He is a diplomat. D.He is a wonderful lecturer. Question 10 A.Went to see a play. B.Watched a soccer game. C.Took some photos. D.Attended a dance. Question 11
2014年12月大学英语四级真题试卷(二)(题后含答案及解析)
2014年12月大学英语四级真题试卷（二）(题后含答案及解析)题型有：1. Writing 2. Listening Comprehension 3. 4. Reading Comprehension 5. TranslationPart I Writing1．For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write a short essay about a course that has impressed you most in college. You should state the reasons and write at least 120 words but no more than 180 words.正确答案： A Course That Has Impressed Me Most in College There are a variety of courses in college which provide students with multiple options to broaden their knowledge. They can choose different courses according to their own preference.It goes without saying that students really benefit from it in many respects. As far as I am concerned, I do harvest a lot from the courses I choose. Last semester, as a junior student, I chose the course of British Literature which has impressed me most. In the first place, I was deeply charmed by the scholarly image of the professor for this course—his broad range of knowledge and unusual but interesting teaching method.In the second place, my vision has been definitely broadened by this course. Apart from the basic knowledge in our textbook, I have also learnt something practical and got an in-depth understanding of Britain. Last but not least, this course has aroused my enthusiasm for studying English well. This will help perfect my knowledge system. In general, I am satisfied with the broad range of courses offered by my college.And I am glad to have chosen the course of British Literature. It surely has a great effect on me.解析：一、描述现象：大学课程丰富(a variety of courses。
2014年12月英语四级考试真题以及答案(第1套)
2014年12月四级真题（第1套）注意：此部分试题请在答题卡1上作答。
Part ⅡListening Comprehension (30 minutes)Section ADirections: In this section, you will hear 8 short conversations and 2 long conversations. At the end of each conversation, one or more questions will be asked about what was said. Both the conversation and the questions will be spoken only once. After each question there will be a pause. During the pause, you must read the four choices marked A．, B．, C． andD．, and decide which is the best answer. Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 1 with a single line through the centre.注意：此部分试题请在答题卡1上作答。
1. A． The woman is fussy about the cleanness of the apartment.B． He has not cleaned the apartment since his mother's visit.C． He does not remember when his mother canoe over.D． His mother often helps him to clean the apartment.2. A． The bus stop is only two minutes' walk.B． The nmning made him short of breath.C． They might as well take the next bus.D． The woman is late by a couple of minutes.3. A． She is suffering a pain in her neck.B． She is likely to replace Miss Smith.C． She has to do extra work for a few days.D． She is quite sick of working overtime.4. A． Change her job.B． Buy a dishwasher.C． Open a flower shop.D． Start her own business.5. A． He forgot where he had left the package.B． He slipped on his way to the post office.C． He wanted to deliver the package himself.D． He failed to do what he promised to do.6. A． The speakers do not agree with each other.B． The woman does not like horror films.C． The man pays for the tickets as a rule.D． The speakers happened" to meet in the cinema.7. A． The woman is just as unlucky as the man.B． The woman is more sensitive than the man.C． The speakers share a common view on love.D． The speakers are unhappy with their marriage.8. A． Preparations for a forum.B． Participants in the forum.C． Organizers of a forum.D． Expectations of the forum.Questions 9 to 11 are based on the conversation you have just heard.9. A． France.B． Scandinavia.C． Russia.D． East Europe.10. A． More women will be promoted in the workplace.B． More women will overcome their inadequacies.C． More women will receive higher education.D． More women will work outside the family.11. A． Try hard to protect women's rights.B． Educate men to respect women more.C． Help women acquire more professional skills.D． Spend more time changing women's attitudes.Questions 12 to 15 are based on the conversation you have just heard.12. A． In a restaurant.B． In a hotel lobby.C． At the man's office.D． At the woman's place.13. A． He is the chief designer of the latest bike model.B． He has completed an overseas market survey.C． He is the Managing Director of Jayal Motors.D． He has just come back from a trip to Africa.14. A． To select the right model.B． To get a good import agent.C． To convince the board members.D． To cut down production costs.15. A． His flexibility.B． His vision.C． His intelligence.D． His determination.Section BDirections: In this section, you will hoar 3 short passages. At tho end of each passage, you will hoar some questions. Both the passage and the questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a question, you must choose tho best answer from tho four choices marked A．, B．, C．andD．. Then mark tho corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 1 with a single line through tho centre.注意：此部分试题请在答题卡1上作答。
2014年12月英语四级真题共三套
卷一Part II Listening Comprehension (30minutes)Section ADirections: In this section, you will bear 8 short conversationsand 2 long conversations. At the end of each conversation, one ormore questions will be asked about what was said. Both the conversation and the questions will be spoken only once. After each questions there will be a pause. During the pause, you must read the four choices marked A), B),C) and D), and decide which is the best answer. Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer sheet 1 with a single line through the center.注意：此部分试题请在答题卡1上作答1. A) He is pleased to sit on the committee C) He will tell the woman his decision laterB) He is willing to offer the woman a hand D) He would like to become a club member2. A) Their planned trip to Vancouver is obviously overpricedB) They should borrow a guide book instead of buying oneC ) The guide books in the library have the latest informationD) The library can help order guide books about Vancouver3. A) He regrets having taken the history courseB) He finds little interests in history booksC) He has trouble finishing his reading assignmentsD) He has difficulty in writing the weekly book report4. A) The man had better choose another restaurantB) The new restaurant is a perfect place for datingC) The new restaurant caught her fancy immediatelyD) The man has good taste in choosing the restaurant5. A) He has been looking forward to sping C) He will clean the woman’s boots for springC) He has been waiting for the winter sale D) He will help the woman put things away6. A) At a tailor’s C) In a cloth storeB) At Bob’s home D) In a theatre7. A) His guests favors Tibetan drinks C) Mineral water is good for healthB) His water is quite extraordinary D) Plain water will serve the purpose8. A) Report the result of a discussion C) Submit an important documentationB) Raise some environmental issues D) Revise an environmental reportQuestions 9 to 12 are based on the conversation you just heard9. A) They pollute the soil used to cover themB) They are harmful to nearby neighborhoodsC) The rubbish in them takes long to dissolveD) The gas they emit is extremely poisonous10. A) Growing populations C) Changed eating habitsB) Packaging materials D) Lower production cost11. A) By saving energy C) By reducing poisonous wastesB) By using less aluminum D) By making the most of materials12. A) We are running out of natural resources soonB) Only combined efforts can make a differenceC) The waste problem will eventually hurt all of usD) All of us can actually benefit from recyclingQuestions 13 to 15 are based on the conversation you have just heard.13. A) Miami C) BellinghamB) Vancouver D) Boston14. A) To get information on one-way tickets to CanadaB) To inquire about the price of “Super saver ”seatsC) To get advice on how to fly as cheaply as possibleD) To inquire about the shortest route to drive home15. A) Join a tourist group C) Avoid trips in public holidaysB) Choose a major airline D) Book tickets as early as possibleSection BDirections: In this section, you will hear 3 short passages. At the end of each passage, you will hear some questions. Both the passage and the questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a question, you must choose the best answer from the four choices marketed A), B),C) and D). Then marked the correspond letter on Answer sheet I with a single line through the centre.注意：此部分试题请在答题卡1上作答。
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2014年12月全国大学英语四级考试真题College English Test Band 4未得到监考教师指令前，不得翻阅该试题册！Part I Writing (30minutes)Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write a short essay on the following topic. You should write at least 120 words but no more than 180 words.作文题一：印象最深的活动AA campus activity that has benefited most.作文题二：印象最深的课程A course that has impressed you most in college.作文题三:印象最深的同学A classmate of yours who has influenced you most in college．Part II ListeningSection ADirections：In this section，the end of each conversation, one or more questions will be asked about what was said. Both the conversation and the questions will be spoken only once. After each question there will be a pause. During the pause, you must read the four choices marked A) , B) , C) and D)，and decide which is the best answer. Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet I with a single line through the centre.Question 1A.The man is not good at balancing his budget.B.She will go purchase the gift herself.C.The gift should not be too expensive.D.They are gonging to Jane's house-warming party.Question 2A.He is quite willing to give the woman a hand.B.It takes patience to go through the statistics.C.He has prepared the statistics for the woman.D.The woman should take a course in statistics.Question 3A.Page 55 is missing from the woman's scripts.B.They cannot begin their recording right away.C.The woman does not take the recording seriously.D.The man wants to make some changes in the scripts.Question 4A.The date of Carl's wedding.B.The birthday of Carl's bride.C.A significant event in July. 1D.Preparation for a wedding.Question 5A.The woman forgot to tell the man in advance.B.The man was absent from the weekly meeting.C.The woman was annoyed at the man's excuse.D.The man was in charge of scheduling meetings.Question 6A.The woman is a marvelous cook.B.The woman has just bought an oven.C.The man has to leave in half an hour.D.The man cannot want for his meal.Question 7A.How she can best help the man.B.Where the man got the bad news.C.What items sell well in the store.D.Whether the man can keep his job.Question 8A.The woman can sign up for a swimming class.B.He works in the physical education department.C.The woman has the potential to swim like a fish.D.He would like to teach the woman how to swim.Questions 9 to 11 are based on the conversation you have just heard. Question 9A.He teaches in a law school.B.He loves classical music.C.He is a diplomat.D.He is a wonderful lecturer.Question 10A.Went to see a play.B.Watched a soccer game.C.Took some photos.D.Attended a dance.Question 11A.She decided to get married in three years.B.Her mother objected to Eric’s flying lessons.C.She insisted that Eric pursue graduate studies.D.Her father said she could marry Eric right away.Questions 12 to 15 are based on the conversation you have just heard. Question 12A.Editor.B.Teacher.C.JournalistD.Typist.Question 132A.The beautiful Amazon rainforests.B.A new railway under construction.C.Big changes in the Amazon valley.D.Some newly discovered scenic spot.Question 14A.In news weeklies.B.In newspapers' Sunday editions.C.In a local evening paper.D.In overseas editions of U.S. magazines.Question 15A.To be employed by a newspaper.B.To become a professional writer.C.To sell her articles to a news service.D.To get her life story published soon.Section BDirections：In this section，you will hear 3 short passages. At the end of each passage，you will hear some questions. Both the passage and the questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a question，must choose the best answer from the four choices marked A), B), C) and D). Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet I with a single line through the centre.Passage OneQuestions 16 to 18 are based on the passage you have just heard.Question 16A.Nodding one's head.B.Waving one's hand.C.Holding up the forefinger.D.Turning the right thumb down.Question 17A.Looking away from them.B.Forming a circle with fingers.C.Bowing one's head them.D.Waving or pointing to them.Question 18A.Looking one's superior in the eye.B.Keeping one's arms folded while talking.C.Showing the sole of one's foot to a guest.ing a lot of gestures during a conversation.Passage TwoQuestions 19 to 21 are based on the passage you have just heard.Question 19A.They had to beg for foot after the harvest.B.They grew wheat and corn on a small farm.C.They shared a small flat with their relatives.D.The children walked to school on dirt roads.3。
大学英语四级卷二真题2014年12月
大学英语四级卷二真题2014年12月(总分：710.00，做题时间：130分钟)一、Part I Writing (30 minutes) (总题数：1，分数：106.50)1.Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write a short essay about My most impressive friends. You should state the reasons and write at least 120 words but no more than 180 words.（分数：106.50）__________________________________________________________________________________________ 正确答案：(范文（一）：The Most Impressive Friends in My College In my memory, there are so many unforgettable men who have rendered me assistance。
Among them, the most impressive one is Lucy, my roommate. During the freshman year with her, it has exerted considerable influence on me. First and foremost, when I entered the university, Lucy set good examples to me in terms of independence. She adapts the new environment quickly. Moreover, she has a cheerful personality, and participates in the Students’ Union soon . With her advice, I soon follow her step and join more activities. Last but not least, what I have learnt most from her is the self-study ability. She spends much time in reading and mastering a new language in the library and often recommend me useful books and information. In a word, I really appreciate it for her modeling power. I wish I can be excellent like her and have a great friendship with Lucy . 范文（二）： The Most Impressive Classmate in My College Without question, Lisa is the person who has influenced my college life most. She is my classmate, who always leaves a deep impression on you by demonstrating her passion for life and the spirit of never yielding, even in the face of extreme challenges. She is the most courageous person I have ever known. During my college years, it is Lisa that kept teaching me how to live through setbacks in the life journey. I’ll never forget that when I failed in my English examination and I felt overwhelmed, Lisa taught me that failure teaches success, everyone had to persevere and face up to innumerable setbacks, as long as I face my problems bravely, I would create my own wonderful life . With her help , I finally gained the confidence and passed the exam. Thanks to Lisa, I have learned the importance of courage, which is the indispensable characteristic in my life. She also let me know the importance of confidence. It means a lot to me and still in my head till this day)解析：二、Part II Listening Comprehension (30 minutes) (总题数：1，分数：56.80)（分数：56.80）A.She will go purchase the gift herself.B.The gift should not be too expensive. √C.The man is not good at balancing his budget.D.They are gonging to Jane's house-warming party.解析：A.It takes patience to go through the statistics.B.He has prepared the statistics for the woman.C.The woman should take a course in statistics.D.He is quite willing to give the woman a hand. √解析：A.The man wants to make some changes in the scripts.B.The woman does not take the recording seriously.C.They cannot begin their recording right away. √D.Page 55 is missing from the woman's scripts.解析：A.A significant event in July.B.Preparation for a wedding.C.The date of Carl's wedding. √D.The birthday of Carl's bride.解析：A.The man was absent from the weekly meeting.B.The man was in charge of scheduling meetings.C.The woman was annoyed at the man's excuse. √D.The woman forgot to tell the man in advance.解析：A.The woman is a marvelous cook.B.The man cannot want for his meal. √C.The woman has just bought an oven.D.The man has to leave in half an hour.解析：A.Whether the man can keep his job. √B.Where the man got the bad news.C.What items sell well in the store.D.How she can best help the man.解析：A.The woman can sign up for a swimming class. √B.He would like to teach the woman how to swim.C.The woman has the potential to swim like a fish.D.He works in the physical education department.解析：Question 9 to 11 are based on the conversation you have just heard.（分数：21.30）A.He is a wonderful lecturer.B.He is a diplomat. √C.He loves classical music.D.He teaches in a law school.解析：A.Attended a dance.B.Went to see a play.C.Took some photos.D.Watched a soccer game. √解析：A.She decided to get married in three years.B.She insisted that Eric pursue graduate studies.C.Her father said she could marry Eric right away. √D.Her mother objected to Eric’s flying lessons.解析：Questions 12 to 15 are based on the conversation you have just heard.（分数：28.40）A.Teacher √B.JournalistC.EditorD.Typist解析：A.The beautiful Amazon rainforests.B.A new railway under construction.C.Some newly discovered scenic spot.D.Big changes in the Amazon valley. √解析：A.In news weeklies.B.In a local evening paper.C.In newspapers' Sunday editions. √D.In overseas editions of U.S. magazines.解析：A.To become a professional writer.B.To be employed by a newspaper.C.To get her life story published soon.D.To sell her articles to a news service. √解析：四、Section B (总题数：3，分数：71.00)Passage One Questions 16 to 18 are based on the passage you have just heard.（分数：21.30）A.Waving one's hand.B.Nodding one's head. √C.Holding up the forefinger.D.Turning the right thumb down.解析：A.Looking away from them.B.Forming a circle with fingers.C.Waving or pointing to them. √D.Bowing one's head them.解析：A.Showing the sole of one's foot to a guest. √B.Keeping one's arms folded while talking.C.Looking one's superior in the eye.ing a lot of gestures during a conversation.解析：Passage Two Questions 19 to 21 are based on the passage you have just heard.（分数：21.30）A.They grew wheat and corn on a small farm.B.They shared a small flat with their relatives.C.The children walked to school on dirt roads.D.They had to beg for foot after the harvest. √解析：A.Send their children to school. √B.Earn an annual income of $2800.C.Tour Ecuador's Andes Mountains.D.Purchase a plot to build a home on.解析：A.A new worldwide economic revolution.B.Different forms of assistance to the needy.C.The achievements of the Trickle Up Program. √D.The life of poor people in developing countries.解析：Passage Three Questions 22 to 25 are based on the passage you have just heard.（分数：28.40）A.They are highly sensitive to cold.B.They are a living part of our body. √C.They are a chief source of our pain.D.They are vitally important to our life.解析：A.It has to be removed in time by a dentist.B.It contains many nerves and blood vessels.C.It is sticky and colorless film on the teeth. √D.It is a rare oral disease among old people.解析：A.It makes their nerves and blood vessels more sensitive to acid food.B.It greatly reduces their resistance to the attacks of bacteria.C.It combines with food particles to form a film on their surface.D.It can change into acids causing damage to their outer covering. √解析：A.Gum disease. √B.Unhealthy living habits.C.Food particles.D.Chemical crosion.解析：五、Section C (总题数：1，分数：71.00)Stunt people(替身演员) are not movie stars, but they are the hidden heroes of many movies. They were around long before films. Even Shakespeare may have used them in fight scenes. To be good, a fight scene has to look real. Punches must (26) 1 enemies' jaws. Sword fights must be fought with(27) 2 swords. Several actors are usually in a fight scene. Their moves must be set up so that no one gets hurt. It is almost like planning a dance performance. If a movie scene is dangerous, stun people usually(28) 3the stars. You may think you see Tom Cruise running along the top of a train. But it is(29) 4 his stunt double. Stunt people must(30) 5 the stars they stand in for. Their height and build should be about the same. But when close-ups are needed, the film(31) 6 the star. Some stunt people(32) 7 in certain kinds of scenes. For instance, a stunt woman named Jan Davis does all kinds of jumps. She has leapt from planes and even off the top of a waterfall. Each jump required careful planning and expert(33) 8. Yakima Canutt was a famous cowboy stunt man. Among other stunts, he could jump from a second story window onto a horse's back. He(34)9 the famous trick of sliding under a moving stagecoach. Canutt also(35) 10 a new way to makea punch look real. He was the only stunt man ever to get an Oscar.（分数：71.00）填空项1:__________________ （正确答案：land on）填空项1:__________________ （正确答案：sharp）填空项1:__________________ （正确答案：fill in for）填空项1:__________________ （正确答案：probably）填空项1:__________________ （正确答案：resemble）填空项1:__________________ （正确答案：focuses on）填空项1:__________________ （正确答案：specialize）填空项1:__________________ （正确答案：timing）填空项1:__________________ （正确答案：invented）填空项1:__________________ （正确答案：figured out）解析：六、Part III Reading Comprehension (40 minutes) (总题数：1，分数：35.50) Questions 36 to 45 are based on the following passage. As an Alaskan fisherman. Timothy June, 54, used to think that he was safe from industrial pollutants（污染物）at his home in Haines-atown with a population of 2,400 people and 4,000 eagles, with 8 million acres of protected wild land nearby. But in early 2007, June agreed to take part in a 36 of 35 Americans from seven states. It was a biomonitoring project, in which people’s blood and urine（尿）were tested for 37 of chemicals-in this case, three potentially dangerous classes of compounds found in common household 38 like face cream, tin cans, and shower curtains. The results- 39 in November in a report called“Is It in Us?”by an environmental group-were rather worrying. Every one of the participants, 40 from an Illinois state senator to a Massachusetts minister, tested positive for all three classes of pollutants. And while the 41 presence of these chemicals does not 42 indicate a health risk, the fact that typical Americans carry these chemicals at all 43 June and his fellow participants. Clearly, there are chemicals in our bodies that don’t 44 there. Ongoing study conducted by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has found 148 chemicals in Americans of all ages. And in 2005, the Environmental Working Group found an 45 of 200 chemicals in the blood of 10 new-borns. “Our babies are being born pre-polluted,” Says Sharyle Patton of Commonweal, which cosponsored“Is It in Us?” “This is going to be the next big environmental issue after climate change.” A)analyses B)average C)belong D)demonstrated E)excess F)extending G)habitually H)neccessarily I)products J)ranging K)released L)shocked M)simple N)survey O)traces （分数：35.50）A.B.C.D. √E.F.G.H.I.J.K.L.M.N. √O.解析：A.B.C.D.E. √F.G.H.I.J.K.L.M.N.O. √解析：A.B.C.D.E.F.G.H.I. √J. K. L. M. N.解析：A. √B.C.D.E.F.G.H.I. J. K. √L. M. N. O.解析：A.B.C.D.E.F.G.H.I. J. √K. L.M. N. O.解析：A.B.C. √D.E.F.G.H.I. J. K. L. M. √N. O.解析：A.B.C.D.E.F.G.H. √I. J. K. L. M. N. O.解析：A.B. √C.D.E.F.G.H.I. J. K. L. √M.N. O.解析：A.B.C. √D.E.F.G.H.I.J.K.L.M.N.O.解析：A.B. √C.D.E.F.G.H.I.J.K.L.M.N.O.解析：七、Section B (总题数：1，分数：71.00)In Hard Economy for All Ages, Older Isn’t Better—It’s Brutal [A] Young graduates are in debt, out of work and on their parents' couches. People in their 30s and 40s can't afford to buy homes or have children. Retirees are earning near-zero interest on their savings. [B] In the current listless (缺乏活力的) economy, every generation has a claim to having been most injured. But the Labor Department's latest jobs snapshot and other recent data reports present a strong case for crowning baby boomers (二战后生育高峰期出生的人) as the greatest victims of the recession and its dreadful consequences. [C] These Americans in their 50s and early 60s —those near retirement age who do not yet have access to Medicare and Social Security — have lost the most earnings power of any age group, with their household incomes 10 percent below what they made when the recovery began three years ago, according to Sentier Research, a data analysis company. Their retirement savings and home values fell sharply at the worst possible time: just before they needed to cash out. They are supporting both aged parents and unemployed young-adult children, earning them the unlucky nickname "Generation Squeeze." [D] New research suggests that they may die sooner, because their health, income security and mental well-being were battered (重创) by recession at a crucial time in their lives. A recent study by economists at Wellesley College found that people who lost their jobs in the few years before becoming qualified for Social Security lost up to three years from their life expectancy (预期寿命), largely because they no longer had access to affordable health care. [E] Unemployment rates for Americans nearing retirement are far lower than those for young people, who are recently out of school, with fewer skills and a shorter workhistory. But once out of a job, older workers have a much harder time finding another one. Over the last year, the average duration of unemployment for older people was 53 weeks, compared with 19 weeks for teenagers, according to the Labor Department's jobs report released on Friday. [F] The lengthy process is partly because older workers are more likely to have been laid off from industries that are downsizing, like manufacturing. Compared with the rest of the population, older people are also more likely to own their own homes and be less mobile than renters, who can move to new job markets. [G] Older workers are more likely to have a disability of some sort, perhaps limiting the range of jobs that offer realistic choices. They may also be less inclined, at least initially, to take jobs that pay far less than their old positions. [H] Displaced boomers also believe they are victims of age discrimination, because employers can easily find a young, energetic worker who will accept lower pay and who can potentially stick around for decades rather than a few years. [I] In a survey by the center of older workers who were laid off during the recession, just one in six had found another job, and half of that group had accepted pay cuts. Fourteen percent of the re-employed said the pay in their new job was less than half what they earned in their previous job. "I just say to myself: 'Why me? What have I done to deserve this?' " said John Agati, 56, of Norwalk, Conn., whose last full-time job, as a merchandise buyer and product developer, ended four years ago when his employer went out of business. That position paid $90,000, and his rsum lists stints at companies like American Express, Disney and USA Networks. Since being laid off, though, he has worked a series of part-time, low-wage, temporary positions, including selling shoes at Lord & Taylor and making sales calls for a limo company. [J] The last few years have taken a toll not only on his family's finances, but also on his feelings of self-worth. "You just get sad," Mr. Agati said. "I see people getting up in the morning, going out to their careers and going home. I just wish I was doing that. Some people don't like their jobs, or they have problems with their jobs, but at least they're working. I just wish I was in their shoes." He said he cannot afford to go back to school, as many younger people without jobs have done. Even if he could afford it, economists say it is unclear whether older workers like him benefit much from more education. [K] "It just doesn't make sense to offer retraining for people 55 and older," said Daniel Hamermesh, an economics professor at the University of Texas in Austin. "Discrimination by age, long-term unemployment, the fact that they're now at the end of the hiring queue, the lack of time horizon just does not make it sensible to invest in them." [L] Many displaced older workers are taking this message to heart and leaving the labor force entirely. The share of older people applying for Social Security early spiked during the recession as people sought whatever income they could find. The penalty they will pay is permanent, as retirees who take benefits at age 62 will receive 30 percent less in each month's check for the rest of their lives than they would if they had waited until full retirement age (66 for those born after 1942).（分数：71.00）(1).Greater mobility puts younger people at an advantage in seeking new jobs. （分数：7.10）A.B.C.D.E.F. √解析：(2).Many of the older workers laid off during the recession had to accept lower pay in their new jobs. （分数：7.10）A.B.C.D.E.F.G.H.I. √解析：(3).Those who has their jobs shortly before retirement age live a shorter-than-average life. （分数：7.10）A.B.C.D. √解析：(4).Seniors at nursing homes could benefit from the weak job market. （分数：7.10）A.B.C.D.E. √F.G.H.I.J.K.L.M.N.O. √解析：(5).Age discrimination in employment makes it pointless retraining older workers. （分数：7.10）A. √B.C.D.E.F.G.H.I.J.K. √解析：(6).According to recent reports and data analyses, boomers suffer most from the weak economy. （分数：7.10）A.B. √C.D.解析：(7).Unemployed boomers are at a disadvantage in job-hunting because employers tend to hire younger workers. （分数：7.10）A.B.C.D.E. √解析：(8).People in their fifties and early sixties bear the heaviest family burdens. （分数：7.10）A.B.C. √D.解析：(9).People who take benefits from Social Security before official retirement age will get much less for the rest of their lives. （分数：7.10）A.B. √C.D.E.F.G.H.I.J.K.L. √解析：(10).Older workers' choice of jobs can be limited because of disability. （分数：7.10）A.B.C.D.E.F.G. √解析：八、Section C (总题数：2，分数：142.00)Passage 1 New Yorkers, albeit many of them grudgingly, are gradually getting used to more pedaling passengers on those blazing blue Citi Bikes. But what about local bike shops? Is Citi Bike rolling up riders at their expense? At Gotham Bikes in Tribeca, a manager who gave his name as “Ben W.”said the shop has seen an increase in its overall sales due to the bike-share program. “It’s getting more people on the road, more people learning about the sport and getting involved,” he said. An employee at Danny’s Cycles in Gramercy said Citi Bike is a good option for people to ease into biking in a city famed for its vehicular congestion and aggressive drivers. “They can try out a bike without committing to buying one,” James Ryan said. “It makes a morecomfortable biki ng environment in the city because there are a lot more bikes, too.” Business at Danny’s Cycles has increased as well since the advent of bike-share. “A lot of people come in for bike gear, and we’ve sold a lot of helmets,” he noted. Rentals are not a big part of the business at either Gotham Bikesor Danny’s Cycles. But for Frank’s Bike Shop, a small business that has been at its current Lower East Side location on Grand St. since1976, the bike-share program has been bad news. Owner Frank Arroyo said that his rental business has decreased by 90 percent since the Citi Bikes were rolled out last month. Arroyo’s main rental customers are European tourists, a demographic that has since been drawn away by Citi Bikes. Initially, a bike-share station was site d a few doors away from Frank’s Bike Shop on the corner of Grand and Henry Sts. But a petition to relocate the bike station gathered more than 1,000 signatures. The Citi Bike dock was eventually removed —but only temporarily, according to the Citi Bike Twitter account, for utility construction in the street. “I was grateful, and it was quite an honor to see how many people responded on my behalf,” Arroyo said of the petition effort. “It was really nice to see that people care. But they have flooded the place with them,” he said of the Department of Transportation, which installs the bike racks. Removing one station does little since the area is overloaded with Citi Bike stations, said Arroyo. “If you put it in front of a hotel, customers are going to walk of the hotel and use it,” he said. However, Ben said the bike-share is good for bike sales at his shop. “People have used the bike-share and realized how great it is to bike in the city, then decide that they want something nicer for themselves,” he noted. Christian Farrell of Waterfront Bicycle Shop, on West St. just north of Christopher St., said initially he was concerned about bike-share, though, he admitted, “I was happy to see people on bikes.” Consisting of equal parts tourists and locals, his customers get a better rental deal at his shop because, despite charging only $10for a daily rental, the bike-share program requires cyclists tocheck their bikes in at a bike station every half hour. His store, on the other hand, charges $10 for the first hour, $5 for the second, and $2.50 per hour after that. “Six hours with Waterfront Bicycle Shop will costa customer $25,” he said. “With Citi Bike, a six-hour rental will cost $126 [if the rider doesn’t re-dock his or her bike at a station every half hour]. Our rentals always include a helmet, a basket and a lock.” Several dozen rental bikes were lined up on Weehawken St. last Sunday behind the store. Benny, who was watching over them, said another advantage over the Citi Bikes is tha t Waterfront’s bikes are all in good working order. Farrell’s early concerns were echoed by Andrew Crooks, owner of NYCVelo, at 64 Second Ave. “It seemed like a great idea, but one that would be difficult to implement,” Crooks said of Citi Bike. He said he worried about inexperienced riders’ lack of awareness of biking rules and backlash from non-cyclists. However, he said, it’s still too earlyto tell if his business has been impacted. The actual Citi Bikes themselves have been criticized as “heavy,”“clunky,” even “ugly.” In comparison, Crooks said NYC Velo has bikes that are “lighter, faster and tend to be more comfortable.” Farrell of Waterfront also said his bikes are of “better quality” than the bike-share two-wheelers. While it’s possible bike-share will cause a drop in business in the long run, Crooks allowed that the idea, as a whole, is good for the city. （分数：71.00）(1).What is the author's chief concern about the increasing use of Citi Bikes in New York? （分数：14.20）A.How non-cyclists will respond to it.B.Whether local bike shops will suffer. √C.Whether local bike businesses will oppose it.D.How the safety of bike riders can be ensured.解析：关于纽约的Citi Bikes项目的持续实施，作者主要关心的是什么? 文章第一段开头讲参与Citi Bikes项目的骑行者越来越多，给纽约市民带来的影响，即他们感到越来越习惯。
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3. What did students in the 1970s go to study in the US for?
4. What do parents think of American education nowadays?
Questions 5 to 7 will be based on the following news item.
asleep. I thought I was in class. Anyway, tell me about your weekend.
M: Saturday evening we saw a play. And Sunday afternoon we watched a
soccer game. Then Sunday night we all went out for dinner—Maria, her parents and me. That was the first chance we had to talk.
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College English Test Band Four Part Two Listening Comprehension
Section A Directions: In this section,
you will hear three news reports. At the end of each news report, you will hear two or three questions. Both the news report and the questions
in? Section B
Directions: In this section, you will hear two long conversations.
2014年12月英语四级考试真题及答案(第2套)
2014年12月四级真题(第2套)Part IWriting(30minutes)Directions:For this part,you are allowed30minutes to write a short essay about a course thathas impressed you most in college.You should state the reasons and write at least120words but no more than180words.注意：此部分试题请在答题卡1上作答。
Part IIListening Comprehension(30minutes)Section ADirections:In this section,you will hear8short conversations and2long conversations.At the end of each conversation,one or more questions will be asked about what was said.Both the conversation and the questions will be spoken only once.After each question there will be a pause.During the pause,you must read the four choices marked A．,B．,C．and D．,and decide which is the best answer. Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet1with a single line through the centre.注意：此部分试题请在答题卡1上作答。
1.A．She used to be in poor health.B．She was popular among boys.C．She was somewhat overweight.D．She didn't do well at high school.2.A．At the airport.B．In a restaurant.C．In a booking office.D．At the hotel reception.3.A．Teaching her son by herself.B．In a restaurant.C．Asking the teacher for extra help.D．Telling her son not to worry.4.A．Have a short break.B．Take two weeks off.C．Continue her work outdoors.D．Go on vacation with the man.5.A．He is taking care of his twin brother.B．Take two weeks off.C．He is worried about Rod's health.D．He has been in perfect condition.6.A．She sold all her furniture before she moved house.B．She still keeps some old furniture in her new house.C．She plans to put all her old furniture in the basement.D．She bought a new set of furniture from Italy last month.7.A．The woman wondered why the man didn't return the book.B．The woman doesn't seem to know what the book is about.C．The woman doesn't find the book useful any more.D．The woman forgot lending the book to the man.8.A．Most of the man's friends are athletes.B．Few people share the woman's opinion.C．The man doesn't look like a sportsman.D．The woman doubts the man's athletic ability.Questions9to12are based on the conversation you have just heard.9.A．She has packed it in one of her bags.B．She is going to get it at the airport.C．She has probably left it in a taxi.D．She is afraid that she has lost it.10.A．It ends in winter.B．It will cost her a lot.C．It will last one week.D．It depends on the weather.11.A．The plane is taking off soon.B．The taxi is waiting for them.C．There might be a traffic jam.D．There is a lot of stuff to pack.12.A．At home.B．At the airport.C．In the man's car.D．By the side of a taxi.Questions13to15are based on the conversation you have just heard.13.A．She is thirsty for promotion.B．She wants a much higher salary.C．She is tired of her present work.D．She wants to save travel expenses.14.A．Translator.C．Language instructor.B．Travel agent.D．Environmental engineer.15.A．Lively personality and inquiring mind.B．Communication skills and team spirit.C．Devotion and work efficiency.D．Education and experience.Section BDirections:In this section,you will hear3short passages.At the end of each passage,you will hear some questions.Both the passage and the questions will be spoken only once.After you hear a question,you must choose the best answer from the four choices marked A．,B．,C．and D．.Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet1with a single line through the centre.注意：此部分试题请在答题卡1上作答。
2014年12月英语四级真题 第二套word文本
2014年12月英语四级真题第二套【短对话听力原文】1. W: When was the last time you dusted the apartment?M: When was the last time my mother came over?Q: What does the man imply?2. W: Hurry up Mark, there’s a bus coming now.M: Why run? There’ll be another one in 2 or 3 minutes.Q: What does the man mean?3. M: Laura, it seems that you are up to your neck in work. How come you’ve been so busy?W: Miss Smith has asked for a sick leave, and I have to take over her work for a couple of days.Q: What do we learn about the woman?4. W: Washing dishes at the cafeteria every day is really boring.M: Why don’t you quit and deliver the flowers with me?Q: What does the man suggest the woman do?5. W: Rod, you said you’d take this package to the post office yesterday.M: Oh, no, it must have slipped my mind.Q: What do we learn about the man from the conversation?6. M: I’m not surprised that you didn’t like that movie. I find it really scary myself.W: So did I. I don’t care much for horror movies as a rule.Q: What do we learn from the conversation?7.M: My life experience tells methat love is filled with happinessbut it hurts you too.W: Your words remind me of thesayi ng, “Honey is sweet but the bee stings.”Q: What do we learn from theconversation?8. M: How many more chairs should I bring in for the forum, six or seven?W: Bring in all you can find. I’mexpecting at least 20 participants.Q: What are the speakers talkingabout?长对话Conversation 1。
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1.M: Take a look at this catalogue. Maybe we can find some gifts for Jane’s new house.W: OK. But remember, we can’t afford a lot.Q: What does the woman mean?2.W: I am getting absolutely nowhere with these statistics.M: Iiow about my going through them with you?Q: What does the man mean?3.M: are ready to start the recording, aren’t we? Let’s begin on Page 55.W: Sony. I am afraid I can’t begin right now. I forgot to bring my scripts.Q: What do we leam from the conversation?4.W: Remember. Carl’s wedding is on June 26.M: Oh, thanks for reminding me. 1 thought it wasn’t to be until sometime in July. Q: What are the speakers talking about?5.M: Please excuse me for not attending the meeting yesterday. Fm afraid I forgot to check my schedule.W: That’s all right. We had to hold the weekly meeting as scheduled. And everything went well.Q: What do we learn from the conversation?6.W: I’ve just put our lunch in the oven and it won’t be ready for at least half an hour. M: Em, it smells marvelous, but what can I have right now?Q: What do we learn from the conversation?7.M: I got some bad news today. The store where I work is laying off staff.W: Are they going to let you go?Q: What does the woman want to know?8.W: John, You swim like a fish. I wish I knew how to swim.M: Why not sign up for the lessons offered by the physical education department? Q: What does the man mean?Now you’ll hear the two long conversations.Conversation OneW: Hi, Eric. How was your weekend?M：Great! I met Maria’s parents. And we told them we want to be engaged. W: Eric, that’s wonderful. Congratulations!M：Thanks, Alice. I really like her parents too. They are very nice. (9) Mrs. Carmona speaks four languages, and Mr. Carmona is a diplomat. In fact, he gave us a speech at the law school on Saturday morning.W: Oh, that was Maria’s father? I heard his speech.M: You did?W：Well, I heard part of it. I listened to it for ten minutes and then I fell asleep. I thought I was in class. Anyway, tell me about your weekend.M：Saturday evening we saw a play. (10) And Sunday afternoon, we watched a soccer game. Then Sunday night we all went out for dinner. Maria, her parents and me. That was the first chance we had to talk.W: Were you nervous?M：At first I was. We didn’t say much. Mr. Carmona told us some good stories about his experiences as a diplomat. And they asked me about my hobbies.W：And what did you say?M: Well, I didn’t tell them about my flying lessons. I told them about my chess play and my classical music collection.W: Good idea. Her parents really approve of you, don’t they?M: I guess so. (11) Maria called this morning and said “My father told me he’d like you for a son-in-law right now. ”W: That’s great.M: Not exactly. I want to get married after graduate school in about three years.9. What does Eric say about Maria’s father?10. What did Eric and Maria do last Sunday afternoon?11. What do we learn from Maria’s phone call this morning?Conversation TwoM:You are going to wear out the computer’s keyboard.W:Oh. Hi.M:Do you have any idea what time it is?W:About 10:00 or 10：30?M:It’s nearly midnight.W:Really? I didn’t know it was so late.M:(12) Don’t you have an early class to teach tomorrow morning?W:(12) Yes, at 7 o’clock. My commuter class-the students who go to work right after their lesson.M:Then you ought to go to bed. What are you writing anyway?W:An article I hope I can sell.M:Oh, another of your newspaper pieces. What’s this one about?W:Do you remember that trip I took last month?M:The one up to the Amazon?W:Well, that’s what I’m writing about. (13) The new highway and the changes it’s making in the Amazon valley.M:It should be interesting.W:It is. I guess that’s why I forgot all about the time.M:How many articles have you sold now?W:About a dozen so far.M:What kind of newspapers are they?W:(14) The papers that cany a lot of foreign news. They usually appear in the big Sunday editions where they need a lot of background stories to help fill off the space between the ads.M:Is there any future in it?W:I hope so. (15) There is a chance I may sell this article to a news service.M:Then your story would be published in several papers, wouldn’t it?W:That’s the idea. And it might even be able to do other stories on a regular basis. M:That would be great.12.What is the woman’s occupation?13.What is the woman writing about?14.Where did the woman’s articles usually appear?15.What does the woman expect?Section BDirections: In this section, you will hear3 short passages. At the end of each passage, you will hear some questions. Boththe passage and the questions will be spoken only once. After you hear aquestion, you must choose the best answer from the four choices marked A), B),C), and D).Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 1with a singleline through the centre.Passage OneBody language, especially gestures, varies among cultures. For example, a nod of the head means “yes”to most of us. (16) But in Bulgaria and Greece a nod means “no”and a shake of the head means “yes”. Likewise, a sign for OK, forming a circle with our forefinger and thumb, means zero in France and money in Japan. (17) Waving or pointing to an Arab business person would be considered rude because that is how Arabs call their dogs over. Folded arms signal pride in Finland, but disrespect in Fiji. The number of bows that the Japanese exchange on greeting each other, as well as the length and the depth of the bows, signals the?social status each party feels towards the other. Italians might think you’re bored unless you use a lot of gestures during discussions. (18) Many American men sit with their legs crossed with one ankle resting over the opposite knee. However, this would be considered an insult in Muslim countries, where one would never show the sole of the foot to a guest. Likewise, Americans consider eye contact very important, often not trusting someone who is afraid to look you in the eye. But in Japan and many Latin American countries, keeping the eyes lowered is a sign of respect. To look upon firmly in the eye is considered a sign of ill breeding and is felt to be annoying.16. What gesture do Bulgarians and Greeks use to express negative responses?17. What is likely to offend Arab business people?18. What is considered to be impolite in Muslim countries?Passage TwoThree years ago, Puncha Maya, her husband and five children lived in a shaky flat in southern Nepal. Every morning, the parents walked the dirt roads seeking work in the rice fields. (19) After the harvest, the family went begging for food. Today, the Mayas own a small paper-bag making company. With the money they’ve earned, the Mayas have purchased a small plot, on which they grew vegetables and raise goats for additional income. In fact, the family has saved $ 68, this is remarkable in a country with an average annual income of $ 160.Grace Mbakwa, her husband and eight children once lived hand-to-mouth in Cameroon. Today, the Mbakwas run a clothing manufacturing business and own a home. (20) They are able to send their children to school, at a cost of annual sum of $ 2,800.The idea of starting her own business seemed impossible to Pilar Moya, a poor woman from Atahualpa, high in Ecuador’s Andes Mountains. Today, however, she is one of the proud owners of a bakery specializing in sweet cakes.(21) These businesses are part of economic revolution sweeping to developing world. The sponsor is the Trickle Up Program, a non-profit organization founded by New Yorkers Glen and Mildred Leet. This organization offers people like the Mayas, the Mbakwas and the Moyas modest $ 100 grands. Since 1979, the program has helped over 130,000 of the world’s neediest people in 90 countries win smalllife-saving victories over poverty. And it has turned conventional thinking about foreign aid on its hand.19. What do we leam about Puncha Maya’s family of three years ago?20. What is the Mbakwas able to do now?21. What does the speaker mainly talk about?Passage ThreeTake care of your teeth and your teeth will take care of you. (22) Your teeth are a living part of your body. They have nerves and blood vessels. Diseased teeth can cause pain, die and fall out. Plaque is the main enemy of healthy teeth. Everyone has plaque. (23) It is a sticky colorless film that coats the teeth. Plaque is always forming on the teeth, especially at the gum line. If plaque is not removed, it builds up and gets under the gum line. Plaque that is left on the teeth for some time hardens. The result is tooth decay and gum tooth’s harder outer covering. If left untreated, decay goes deeper and deeper into the tooth. After a while, the decay reaches the nerves and blood vessels of the inner tooth. By the time this happens, the tooth has probably started to ache. (25) In addition to tooth decay, there are also gum diseases to watch out for. The bacteria in plaque make poisons that attack the gums. Small pockets form around the teeth. The pockets trap more bacteria and food particles. Finally, the bone supporting the teeth is attacked and starts to shrink. Teeth become loose and may fall out. Adults lose most teeth this way. Keep your mouth healthy. When you brush your teeth, do a good job.sensitive to cold, a chief source of our pain, disease, damage, attacks of bacteria is)§ijH5Fi?f22. What does the speaker say about our teeth?23. What does the speaker say about plaque?24. Why Is sugar harmful to teeth?25. What causes adults to lose most of their teeth according to the speaker? Section CDirections: In this section, you will heara passage three times. When the passage is read for the first time, you shouldlisten carefully for its general idea. When the passage is read for the secondtime, you are required to fill in the blanks with the exact words you have justheard. Finally, when the passage is read for the third time, you should checkwhat you have written.Now listen to the passage.Stunt people (替身演员) are not movie stars, but they are the hidden heroes of many movies.They were around long before films. Even Shakespeare may have used them in fight scenes. To be good, a fight scene has to look real. Punches must __land on__ enemies’jaws. Sword fights must be fought with __sharp__ swords. Several actors arc usually in a fight scene. Their moves must be set up so that no one gets hurt. It is almost like planning a dance performance.If a movie scene is dangerous, stunt people usually __fill in for__ the stars. You may think you see Tom Cruise running along the top of a train. But it is __probably__ his stunt double. Stunt people must __resemble__ the stars they stand in for. Their height and build should be about the same. But when close-ups are needed, the film __focuses on__ the star. Some stunt people __specialize__ in certain kinds of scenes. For instance, a stunt woman named Jan Davis does all kinds of jumps. She has leapt from planes and even off the top of a waterfall. Each jump required careful planning and expert __timing__.Yakima Canutt was a famous cowboy stunt man. Among other stunts, he could jump from a second story window onto a horse’s back. He __invented__ the famous trick of sliding under a moving stagecoach. Canutt also __figured out__ a new way to make a punch look real. He was the only stunt man ever to get an Oscar.。
2023年12月大学英语四级考试真题第2套(含答案)
2023年12月大学英语四级考试真题第2套(含答案)Part I Writing (30 minutes).Directions:Suppose the university newspaper is inviting submissions from the students for its coming edition on the recent development in their hometown. You are now to write an essay for submission. You will have 30 minutes to write the essay. You should write at least 120 words but no more than 180 words.Part II Listening Comprehension (25 minutes).Section A.Directions:In this section, you will hear three news reports. At the end of each news report, you will hear two or three questions. Both the news report and the questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a question, you must choose the best answer from the four choices marked A), B), C) and D). Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 1 with a single line through the centre.Questions 1 and 2 are based on the news report you have just heard.1. A) He noticed the driver was too young to drive.B) He found there was no one sitting at the wheel.C) He thought something must be wrong with the driver.D) He saw the driver changing lanes much too frequently.2. A) Buy a sports car.B) Drive across town.C) Leave California.D) Visit his sister.Questions 3 and 4 are based on the news report you have just heard.3. A) How they change the way we shop.B) How they alter human skeletons.C) How they cause increased headaches.D) How they affect our communication.4. A) It loosens.B) It brightens.C) It hardens.D) It softens.Questions 5 to 7 are based on the news report you have just heard.5. A) Create Internet pages for him.B) Ask a local pet shop to adopt him.C) Name an orange tree after him.D) Hold a birthday party for him.6. A) He is a bold and aggressive pet.B) He pays regular visits to village shops.C) He once bit a doctor's receptionist.D) He likes to sit on the hairdresser's chair.7. A) He is fond of luxury cat food.B) He likes to stay in villagers5 6h 7ouses.C) He knows everybody in the village.D) He often seeks food around her pub.Section B.Directions:In this section, you will hear two long conversations. At the end of each conversation, you will hear four questions. Both the conversation and the questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a question, you must choose the best answer from the four choices marked A), B), C) and D). Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 1 with a single line through the centre.Questions 8 to 11 are based on the conversation you have just heard.8. A) Who to order the food.B) Whether to have sandwiches.C) When to go for their meal.D) Where to have their lunch.9. A) In the shopping center nearby.B) In the expensive Italian style diner.C) At the Sandwich Place on Camden Street.D) At the American restaurant they frequent.10. A) There is to be a conference call.B) She has to meet with her boss then.C) There will be crowds of people waiting for her.D) She will have a photo taken with Brigette Clark.11. A) She doesn't deem homemade soup tasty.B) She doesn't think his wife cooks well.C) She feels Jeremy would rather dine out.D) She has found the soup smells terrible.Questions 12 to 15 are based on the conversation you have just heard.12. A) A landlady.B) A waitress.C) A receptionist.D) A saleswoman.13. A) He was involved in a terrible car accident last April.B) He has much difficulty getting up and down stairs.C) He is expected to undergo a knee operation.D) He prefers to stay next door to the children.14. A) To please his parents-in-law.B) To find the best trip for his kids.C) To satisfy his curiosity.D) To compare prices.15. A) Visit a local art gallery.B) Go on a boat trip.C) Take some photos of the islands.D) Try her hand-made clothing.Section C.Directions: In this section, you will hear three passages. At the end of each passage, you will hear three or four questions. Both the passage and the questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a question, you must choose the best answer from the four choices marked A), B), C) and D). Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 1 with a single line through the centre.Questions 16 to 18 are based on the passage you have just heard.16. A) They are more intelligent than many of us.B) They have already become our new friends.C) They have begun to affect our social behavior.D) They play increasingly more important roles.17. A) Whether it might have any effect on the way we negotiate.B) Whether it might actually outperform human negotiators.C) Whether it can facilitate business transactions.D) Whether it can speed up legal procedures.18. A) Choose to be tough.B) Sympathize with their opponent.C) Use deceptive strategies.D) Appear to be pleasant.Questions 19 to 21 are based on the passage you have just heard.19. A) They were perceived differently by some academics.B) They still existed six months after the course ended.C) They varied greatly among the course participants.D) They were only measurable within seven weeks.20. A) They can be easily seen among participants in a healthy weight range.B) They should be attributed to participants5 change in diet behaviors.C) They are linked to cooking confidence and cooking satisfaction.D) They actually result from eating more fruits and vegetables.21. A) Gender.B) Confidence.C) Health.D) Practice.Questions 22 to 25 are based on the passage you have just heard.22. A) It keeps others away.B) It causes discomfort.C) It remains visible.D) It varies in size.23. A) It makes us feel uncomfortable.B) It renders the acquaintance a stranger.C) It brings the acquaintance closer to us.D) It causes the bubble around us to vanish.24. A) In personal space.B) In social space.C) Within a distance of 18 inches.D) Over 2 feet away from one another.25. A) When we begin to feel fear.B) When we develop a sense of space.C) When we are 3 or 4 years old.D) When we enter our teens.Part III Reading Comprehension (40 minutes).Section A.Directions: In this section, there is a passage with ten blanks. You are required to select one word for each blank from a list of choices given in a word bank fallowing the passage. Read the passage through carefully before making your choices. Each choice in the bank is identified by a letter. Please mark the corresponding letter for each item on Answer Sheet 2with a single line through the centre. You may not use any of the words in the bank more than once.A number of studies have looked at how family life can affect productivity and satisfaction in the workplace. However, there has been____26____ little research on the influence of leisure activities. So Ciara Kelly and colleagues recruited 129 hobbyists to look at how the time spent on their hobbies____27____their work life.The researchers found that when participants spent longerthan____28____on their leisure activity, their belief in their ability to perform their job was strengthened. But this was only the____29____when they had a serious hobby that was dissimilar to their job, or when their hobby was similar to their work but they only did it____30____ . When their hobby was both serious and similar to their job, then spending more time on it actually decreased their work____31____.Why might that be? To maintain a serious hobby, people need to invest significant psychological resources, say the authors- so if the activity has the same kinds of demands as their work, they may be left____32____ and unable to perform well at their job. But if their hobby is quitedifferent from their career, it may not____33____in the same way but instead help them develop other knowledge and skills thatcan____34____their confidence at work. "Consider a scientist who is a keen rock clim ber,says Kelly. "Since climbing is so far ____35____ from their day-to-day work activities, they can still recover from the demands of their job with plenty of resources.".A) boostB) caseC) casuallyD) efficiencyE) estateF) exhaustedG) facultyH) interfereI) normalJ) prevalentK) relativeL) removedM) scratchN) shapedO) surprisinglySection B.Directions: In this section, you are going to read a passage with ten statements attached to it. Each statement contains information given in one o f the paragraphs. Identify the paragraph from which the information is derived. You may choose a paragraph more than once. Each paragraph is marked with a letter. Answer the questions by marking the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 2.More fathers are taking paternity leave, but mothers are still doing all the work.A) Attitudes towards paternity leave (陪产假)have drastically changed in America in the last five years as more fathers feel comfortable taking extended time off, but gender bias persists when it comes to career prospects and the home, according to a new study of working parents.B) Research by the Boston College Center for Work & Family, which surveyed new parents at four large US companies who were qualified for taking at least six weeks paid parental leave, found that 81% of the 1,240 employees surveyed said the notion of fathers taking leave has become more acceptable.C) Of those surveyed, 62% of fathers took the maximum amount of time off compared to 93% of mothers, and around three-quarters of workers said their employer was equally supportive of mothers and fathers taking parental leave and over half said leave policies had made workplaceculture better.D) The US is one of only three countries in the world not to offer statutory (法定的)paid leave, but increasingly states and companies are starting to take up the issue. So far, eight states and the District of Columbia have their own paid family leave laws.E) Brad Harrington, executive director of the center and lead author of the study, estimates only 20% to 30% of companies in the US offer paid parental leave. He feels the research findings reflect an obvious change in corporate attitudes to new fathers taking time off.F) "We did a study on paternity leave five years ago. Compared with those findings, these numbers were shocking to me. I did not expect 80% of people to say the organisation finds dads taking this leave acceptable and three-quarters to say it's equally supportive of women and men taking leave," Harrington said.G) The previous study found that nearly three-quarters of fathers saw two to four weeks as an appropriate duration for paternity leave and 76% said they would prefer not to take all their time off at once.H) Since then, there have been a number of legal cases against companies involving paternity leave- including cases against JPMorgan Chase and Estee Lauder- which have helped put pressure on companies to make their parental leave policies gender neutral.I) However, the study also shows how traditional gender roles endure both at work, where more women than men reported changes in their perceived career potential, and at home~~even among workers who claim to have a strong desire for equality.J) The vast majority of men, 97%, said one of the top reasons to take leave was to share caregiving with their partner. But when they were asked about how caregiving and household tasks were divided, their answers painted a different picture. While about 75% of employees said both genders should give the same amount of care, the majority of men and nearly half of women admitted that in reality the female actually did most of it. A tiny fraction, 2%, of men said they did more of the childcare.K) Men and women's experiences of the return to work following parental leave were also considerably different. Of the women surveyed, 32% reported a downturn in their job satisfaction, while 14% said it increased. In comparison, 17% of men said their job satisfaction went down and 20% said it went up. Meanwhile, more women reported an increase in their responsibilities and manager expectations after childbirth. Half of the women said they used flexible work arrangements after becoming a parent, while just 27% of men did. Similar percentages of men and women said they enjoyed their careers and that it gave them a sense of achievement, while around half of women and 44% of men said it was a key part of their identity.L) On the subject of career advancement, 59% of women and 49% of mensaid leave could be limiting and both genders said they feared it would have an impact on their progress long-term. But on opportunity for promotion, more than double the number of women, 30% compared with 15% of men, believed their chances to be lower after becoming a parent. Despite progress, the struggle for women to reach the highest positions of power is demonstrated in this year's Fortune 500 list, which featured a record____33____female CEOs, but this still represents a tiny fraction of the total.M) Harrington said culture change depends on companies putting more focus on men and their responsibilities. "By that I mean companies need to give men paternity leave and encourage men to take time off to be with their kids early on in the kids' lift. They also need to recognise that men have to make significant adjustments when they become parents. Companies cannot do all these things to enhance women's advancement and then turn around and say,4Oh, but we don't expect the men to take over for the women at home.".N) In May, the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) and Outten & Golden LLP announced a historic class action $5m settlement with JPMorgan Chase on behalf of male employees who claim they were illegally denied access to paid parental leave. Derek Rotondo, 35, filed the discrimination charge against his company after he was allegedly told by his HR department that mothers were considered primary caregivers. Thus, they were allowed to take 16 weeks of paid parental leave. Fathers, however, could take just two weeks.O) The father of two from Columbus, Ohio, who still works at the company as an associate and investigator, said he has witnessed a "domino effect (多米诺效应)" across companies since the settlement, but that there is still substantial progress to be made towards changing attitudes towards paternity leave.P) "I do think there's still some way to go...there's still going to be sort of the unstated expectation for new dads to essentially come right back to work, but I think the research is showing That's starting to change." He said equal parental leave is an essential component to creating gender equality in the workplace. "The old standard of women staying home, having babies and cooking doesn't apply and hasn't applied for a long time.".36. In the absence of Federal legislation, some states in the US have passed laws concerning paid family leave.37. Most fathers admitted that even during their paternity leave they actually did much less childcare than the mother.38. According to one father, equal parental leave is indispensable to achieving gender equality in the workplace.39. One survey indicated there is now less objection to paternity leave.40. Compared to five years ago, according to one researcher, many more people said their organisation gave the same support to men and women taking parental leave.41. One study finds that even workers who claim to desire gender equality stick to traditional gender roles both at work and at home.42. The majority of workers surveyed said parental leave policies had improved workplace culture.43. In spite of progress, the number of women in top positions of big companies remains extremely small.44. According to one estimate, less than one third of companies in the US provide paid parental leave.45. A number of lawsuits have pressured companies to formulate gender neutral policies on parental leave.Section C.Directions:There are 2 passages in this section. Each passage is followed by some questions or unfinished statements. For each of them there are four choices marked A), B), C) and D). You should decide on the best choice and mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 2 with a single line through the centre.Passage One.Questions 46 to 50 are based on the following passage.Having a rival can keep you committed to achieving your goals and enhance your overall performance. But before you go out and find an entrepreneur to outcompete, it's important to understand and avoid the traps that often come with rivalry. After all, competitive rivalry can also hinder effective decision-making and increase your willingness to take risks, behaviors that can ultimately hurt your venture's success.Finding someone you're committed to outcompeting can be a great way to stay focused on your goals and push your venture to the next level. But when you're intently focused on outperforming your rivals, you may begin to develop a "win-at・all・costs" mentality that causes you to ignore how you achieve success. One group of researchers, for example, examined the link between rivalry and unethical behavior. They found that when people compete against their rivals, they are more willing to behave unethically to win. But such behavior may stain your reputation and strain relationships important to your success. One way to avoid this trap is to stop and reflect on what's important. While outperforming your rivals may provide short-term benefits, the loss of your integrity will have long-term consequences.One reason having a rival can enhance your venture's performance is that it creates a level of excitement that drives you to work harder. But this eagerness to win may also hurt your venture's success, particularlywhen it causes you to make impulsive, insensible decisions. But it's possible to avoid such costly mistakes by making a habit of engaging in critical thinking, such as considering opposing viewpoints and conducting cost-benefit analyses, especially for those decisions that are complex and can determine the future of your venture.The sense of eagerness that comes with having a rival can not only cause you to make poorer decisions, but it can also lead you to take greater risks that put your venture in peril. One way you can overcome the risk inducing effects of rivalry that stand to endanger your venture's success is to remain attentive to your emotional state and actively monitor how such feelings are affecting your decision-making.46. How can competitive rivalry benefit entrepreneurs according to the passage?A) By enabling them to outcompete other entrepreneurs.B) By enabling them to make their venture a success.C) By helping them to reach long-term goals.D) By helping them to stay goal-oriented.47. What is one of the traps entrepreneurs may often fall into when competing with rivals?A) They may adopt strategies that are bound to ruin their venture.B) They may resort to unethical means to outperform their rivals.C) They may be too eager to succeed while ignoring the huge labor cost.D) They may be intently focused on winning at the current market level.48. What are entrepreneurs advised to do to avoid traps that often accompany rivalry?A) Deliberate on what really matters.B) Prioritize reaping immediate benefits.C) Estimate the long-term consequences.D) Reflect on what successes are achievable.49. How can entrepreneurs avoid making impulsive and insensible decisions?A) By engaging themselves in critical reasoning.B) By developing a habit of keeping their integrity.C) By criticizing themselves for previous poor performances.D) By refraining from being too excited about their successes.50. How can entrepreneurs overcome the risk-inducing effects of rivalry?A) By paying close attention to their current performance.B) By taking steps that stand to endanger their rivals5 success.C) By monitoring how their decision-making impacts their mentality.D) By keeping their emotions in check to avoid making poor decisions.Passage Two.Questions 51 to 55 are based on the following passage.A multitasker is one who can perform two or more tasks effectively at the same time, which- apart from the obvious differences- is similar to what a computer does. The concept does indeed come from the realms of technology, where it is used to refer to an operating system that can execute multiple tasks at the same time.However, the question is: can a person really be a multitasker?For most scientists, the answer is no. So much so that, according to experts in neuroscience (神经系统科学), our brains do not handle multitasking situations well. As soon as two tasks require our attention, productivity suffers. What we call muKitasking, therefore, is in reality the ability to move more or less quickly from one task to another. This requires two essential conditions: that one of the tasks needs to be automatic, like walking or eating, and that they both need different mental processes. Answering the phone and writing at the same time, for example.However, on the other side of the coin there are people who maintain that it is possible to be, or at least seem to be, multitasking. A recent study concluded that regardless of whether people are actually handling several tasks or not, the mere fact that they perceive this activity as multitasking has a positive effect on their performance.The business perspective offers a different view: multitasking is understood as the ability to adapt to all types of environment within a company and effectively undertake different activities within a set time frame.Indeed, many companies look for people who are skilled in multitasking to improve their productivity. From this different perspective, you can not only be multitasking but this ability can also be taught: something that is easier in fluid organisations, which favour flexibility in their working practices.The benefits of multitasking are clear. Being quicker and more efficient increases our performance and the number of tasks completed. But having to pay attention to several things at once means that the powers of concentration are reduced and that can lead to more mistakes.51. What does a "multitasker" originally refer to?A) An operating system capable of doing several tasks at once.B) A skilled worker executing more than one task at the same time.C) A sophisticated technology doing several tasks effectively at once.D) An efficient person able to perform multiple tasks at the same time.52. Why can't people really be multitaskers according to neuroscientists?A) They are not sufficiently exposed to multitasking situations.B) They are not comparable to mechanical operating systems.C) Their brains do not allow them to multitask.D) Their attention span cannot be expanded.53. What do we learn from the conclusion of a recent study on multitasking?A) People make greater achievements by maintaining whatever they are doing is multitasking.B) People's performance benefits from the perception of what they are doing as multitasking.C) People's active mental processes exert a positive effect on their multitasking.D) People can improve their capabilities by handling multitasking situations.54. How does the business world view multitasking?A) It is a rare skill often found in fluid organisations.B) It is an adaptable capability required of all workers.C) It is an essential quality many employees lack.D) It is a desirable ability that can be developed.55. What does the author imply we should do if we have to focus on some task and do it well?A) Work in a flexible way.B) Learn from mistakes.C) Avoid multitasking.D) Increase efficiency.Part IV Translation (30 minutes).Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to translate a passage from Chinese into English. You should write your answer on Answer Sheet 2.改革开放以来，中国人的饮食（diet）发生了显著变化。
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2014年12月英语四级考试真题试卷（2）Part I Writing (30 minutes) Directions:For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write a short essay about a course that has impressed you most in college. You should state the reasons and write at least 120 words but no more than 180 words.注意：此部分试题在答题卡1上________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________Part II Listening Comprehension(30 minutes) Section ADirections: In this section, you will hear 8 short conversations and 2 long conversations. At the end of each conversation, one or more questions will be asked about what was said. Both the conversation and the questions will be spoken only once. After each question there will be a pause. During the pause, you must read the four choices marked A), B), C) and D), and decide which is the best answer. Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 1 with a single line through the centre.注意：此部分试题请在答题卡1上作答。
1. A) He was ordered to clear the apartment by his mother last time.B) He has not cleared the apartment since his mother's visit.C) He has cleared the apartment several times since his mother's visiting.D) He asked his mother to clear the apartment last time.2. A) They might as well catch the coming bus.B) They will also miss the next bus.C) They might as well take the next bus.D) They hurry up to catch the coming bus.3. A) She asked for a sick leave because of neck pain.B) Mrs. Smith will take over her work for several days.C) She has to do extra work for a few days.D) Mrs. Smith was too busy to take over her work.4. A) Change her job.B) Sell her cafeteria.C) Plant flowers.D) Wash dishes.5. A) He remembered to take the package to the post office.B) He was told to have something wrong with his mind.C) He is a deliver man working in the post office.D) He failed to do what he promised to do.6. A) The woman has a rule to select horror films.B) The woman does not like horror films.C) The woman cares much for horror films.D) The woman like the film the man mentioned.7. A) The speakers disagree with each other about love.B) Love in the woman's eye is happy and sweet.C) The speakers share a common view on love.D) Love hurts the man from time to time.8. A) Preparations for a forum.B) Preparations for an interview.C) Preparations for a banquet.D) Preparations for making chairs.Questions 9 to 11 are based on the conversation you have just heard.9. A) England. B) Scandinavia. C) South America. D) Scotland.10. A) More women will stay at home.B) More women will run for higher posts.C) Marriages will be abolished.D) More women will work outside the family.11. A) Spending more time improving women's income.B) Spending more time changing men's attitudes.C) Spending more time improving marriage quality.D) Spend more time changing women's attitudes.Questions 12 to 15 are based on the conversation you have just heard.12. A) In a restaurant.B) In a meeting room.C) In an office.D) In a factory.13. A) He is a salesman of J.R. Motors.B) He is the boss of the restaurant.C) He is the Managing Director of J.R. Motors.D) He is the managing director of the big factory.14. A) To get a good export agent.B) To expand the factory.C) To get a good import agent.D) To design a new product.15. A) His family background.B) His reputation.C) His designing talent.D) His determination.Section BDirections: In this section, you will hear 3 short passages. At the end of each passage, you will hear some questions. Both the passage and the questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a question, you must choose the best answer from the four choices marked A), B), C) and D). Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 1 with a single line through the centre.注意：此部分试题请在答题卡1上作答。
Passage OneQuestions 16 to 18 are based on the conversation you have just heard.16. A) How being an identical twin influences one's identity.B) How twins are born and have the same identity.C) Why many identical twins make different choices.D) Why many identical twins don't live near each other.17. A) They didn't meet each other for 4 months.B) They grew up in different surroundings.C) They were separated when they are 39 years old.D) They all have two wives and two daughters.18. A) They want to find out the relationship between environment and biology.B) They want to find out the connection between hobby and personalities.C) They want to find out the connection between surroundings and personality characteristics.D) They want to find out the connection between communication and talents. Passage TwoQuestions 19 to 21 are based on the passage you have just heard.19. A) It isn't one of the cheapest ways of having a holiday.B) It is the most comfortable ways of spending a holiday.C) It is the most popular ways of having a holiday.D) It is an inexpensive way of spending a holiday.20. A) It is the frame tent for two people.B) It consists of an inner and an outer tent.C) It is the kind of the outer tent with a ground sheet.D) It is comfortable with windows, kitchens and sitting rooms.21. A) A ground sheet.B) A bedroom extension.C) A kitchen extension.D) A water-proof sheet.Passage ThreeQuestions 22 to 25 are based on the passage you have just heard.22. A) It covers 179 square miles.B) It is larger than New York City.C) It is located between France and Italy.D) It only covers 197 square miles.23. A) Travelers were easy to reach the country.B) The living way of the people changed quickly.C) It has a small number of farmer population.D) It was cut off from the rest of the world.24. A) The investment of tourism from its neighboring countries.B) The lowest import fees for tourists cheapest shopping.C) The building of roads connecting it with neighboring countries.D) The permission to visit so many ancient buildings.25. A) They work in foreign business.B) They work in the tourist industry.C) They farm and raise sheep.D) They work in transportation industry.Section CDirections: In this section, you will hear a passage three times. When the passage is read for the first time, you should listen carefully for its general idea. When the passage is read for the second time, you are required to fill in the blanks required to fill in the blanks with the exact words you have just heard. Finally, when the passage is read for the third time, you should cheek what you have written.注意：此部分试题请在答题卡1上作答。