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2024年6月大学英语六级考试真题和答案(第1套)

2024年6月大学英语六级考试真题和答案（第1套）Part I Writing (30 minutes)Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write an essay that begins with the sentence “There is a growing awareness of the importance of digital literacy and skills in today’s world.” You can make comments, cite examples or use your personal experiences to develop your essay. You should write at least 150 words but no more than 200 words. You should copy the sentence given in quotes at the beginning of your essay.Part Ⅱ Listening Comprehension (30 minutes)Section ADirections: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 1 to 4 are based on the conversation you have just heard.1. A) Reply to the man’s last proposal within a short time.B) Sign the agreement if one small change is made to it.C) Make a sponsorship deal for her client at the meeting.D) Give the man some good news regarding the contract.2. A) They are becoming impatient.B) They are afraid time is running out.C) They are used to making alterations.D) They are concerned about the details.3. A) To prevent geographical discrimination.B) To tap the food and beverage market.C) To avoid any conflict of interest.D) To reduce unfair competition.4. A) It is a potential market for food and beverage.B) It is very attractive for real estate developers.C) It is a negligible market for his company.D) It is very different from other markets.Questions 5 to 8 are based on the conversation you have just heard.5. A) They are thrilled by a rare astronomic phenomenon.B) They are celebrating a big event on mountain tops.C) They are enthusiastic about big science-related stories.D) They are joined by astronomers all across North America.6. A) It will be the most formidable of its kind in over a century.B) It will come closest to Earth in more than one hundred years.C) It will eclipse many other such events in human history.D) It will be seen most clearly from Denver’s mountain tops.7. A) A blur.B) Stars.C) The edge of our galaxy.D) An ordinary flying object.8. A) Use professional equipment.B) Climb to the nearby heights.C) Fix their eyes due north.D) Make use of phone apps.Section BDirections: In this section, you will hear two 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 9 to 11 are based on the passage you have just heard.9. A) Whether consumers should be warned against ultra-processed foods.B) Whether there is sufficient scientific consensus on dietary guidelines.C) Whether guidelines can form the basis for nutrition advice to consumers.D) Whether food scientists will agree on the concept of ultra-processed foods.10. A) By the labor cost for the final products.B) By the degree of industrial processing.C) By the extent of chemical alteration.D) By the convention of classification.11. A) Increased consumers’ expenses.B) Greater risk of chronic diseases.C) People’s misunderstanding of nutrition.D) Children’s dislike for unprocessed foods.Questions 12 to 15 are based on the passage you have just heard.12. A) They begin to think of the benefits of constraints.B) They try to seek solutions from creative people.C) They try hard to maximize their mental energy.D) They begin to see the world in a different way.13. A) It is characteristic of all creative people.B) It is essential to pushing society forward.C) It is a creative person’s response to limitation.D) It is an impetus to socio-economic development.14. A) Scarcity or abundance of resources has little impact on people’s creativity.B) Innovative people are not constrained in connecting unrelated concepts.C) People have no incentive to use available resources in new ways.D) Creative people tend to consume more available resources.15. A) It is key to a company’s survival.B) It shapes and focuses problems.C) It is essential to meeting challenges.D) It thrives best when constrained.Section CDirections: In this section, you will hear three recordings of lectures or talks followed by three or four questions. The recordings will be played 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 recording you have just heard.16. A) Because they are learned.B) Because they come naturally.C) Because they have to be properly personalized.D) Because there can be more effective strategies.17. A) The extent of difference and of similarity between the two sides.B) The knowledge of the specific expectation the other side holds.C) The importance of one’s goals and of the relationship.D) The approaches one adopts to conflict management.18. A) The fox.B) The owl.C) The shark.D) The turtle.Questions 19 to 21 are based on the recording you have just heard.19. A) Help save species from extinction and boost human health.B) Understand how plants and animals perished over the past.C) Help gather information publicly available to researchers.D) Find out the cause of extinction of Britain’s 66,000 species.20. A) It was once dominated by dinosaurs.B) It has entered the sixth mass extinction.C) Its prospects depend on future human behaviour.D) Its climate change is aggravated by humans.21. A) It dwarfs all other efforts to conserve, protect and restorebiodiversity on earth.B) It is costly to get started and requires the joint efforts of thousands of scientists.C) It can help to bring back the large numbers of plants and animals that have gone extinct.D) It is the most exciting, most relevant, most timely and most internationally inspirational.Questions 22 to 25 are based on the recording you have just heard.22. A) Cultural identity.B) Social evolution.C) The Copernican revolution.D) Human individuality.23. A) It is a delusion to be disposed of.B) It is prevalent even among academics.C) It is a myth spread by John Donne’s poem.D) It is rooted in the mindset of the 17th century.24. A) He believes in Copernican philosophical doctrines about the universe.B) He has gained ample scientific evidence at the University of Reading.C) He has found that our inner self and material self are interconnected.D) He contends most of our body cells can only live a few days or weeks.25. A) By coming to see how disruptive such problems have got to be.B) By realising that we all can do our own bit in such endeavours.C) By becoming aware that we are part of a bigger world.D) By making joint efforts resolutely and persistently.Part III Reading Comprehension (40 minutes)Section ADirections: 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 following 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.It’s quite remarkable how different genres of music can spark unique feelings, emotions, and memories. Studies have shown that music can reduce stress and anxiety before surgeries and we are all attracted toward our own unique life soundtrack.If you’re looking to____26____stress, you might want to give classical music a try.The sounds of classical music produce a calming effectletting____27____pleasure-inducing dopamine (多巴胺) in the brain thathelps control attention, learning and emotional responses.It can also turn down the body’s stress response, resulting in an overall happier mood. It turns out a pleasant mood can lead to____28____in a person’s thinking.Although there are many great____29____of classical music like Bach, Beethoven and Handel, none of these artists’ music seems to have the same health effects as Mozart’s does. According to researchers, listening to Mozart can increase brain wave activity and improve____30____function. Another study found that the distinctive features of Mozart’s music trigger parts of the brain that are responsible for high-level mental functions. Even maternity____31____use Mozart to help newborn babies adapt to life outside of the mother’s belly.It has been found that listening to classical music____32____reduces a person’s blood pressure. Researchers believe that the calming sounds of classical music may help your heart____33____from stress. Classical music can also be a great tool to help people who have trouble sleeping. One study found that students who had trouble sleeping slept better while they were listening to classical music.Whether classical music is something that you listen to on a regular basis or not, it wouldn’t____34____to take time out of your day to listen to music that you find____35____. You will be surprised at how good it makes you feel and the potentially positive change in your health.A) alleviateB) clarityC) cognitiveD) composersE) hurtF) inhibitingG) interrogationH) intrinsicallyI) looseJ) majesticK) mandatoryL) recoverM) significantlyN) soothingO) wardsSection 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 correspondingletter on Answer Sheet 2.The Curious Case of the Tree That Owns ItselfA) In the city of Athens, Georgia, there exists a rather curious local landmark—a large white oak that is almost universally stated to own itself. Because of this, it is considered one of the most famous trees in the world. So how did this tree come to own itself and the land around it?B) Sometime in the 19th century a Georgian called Colonel William Jackson reportedly took a liking to the said tree and endeavored to protect it from any danger. As to why he loved it so, the earliest documented account of this story is an anonymously written front page article in the Athens Weekly Banner published on August 12, 1890. It states, “Col. Jackson had watched the tree grow from his childhood, and grew to love it almost as he would a human. Its luxuriant leaves and sturdy limbs had often protected him from the heavy rains,and out of its highest branches he had many a time gotten the eggs of the feathered singers.He watched its growth, and when reaching a ripe old age he saw the tree standing in its magnificent proportions, he was pained to think that after his death it would fall into the hands of those who might destroy it.”C) Towards this end, Jackson transferred by means of a deed ownership of the tree and a little land around it to the tree itself. The deed read, “W. H. Jackson for and in consideration of the great affection which he bears the said tree, and his great desire to see it protected has conveyed unto the said oak tree entire possession of itself and of all land within eight feet of it on all sides.”D) In time, the tree came to be something of a tourist attraction, known as The Tree That Owns Itself. However, in the early 20th century, the tree started showing signs of its slow death,with little that could be done about it. Father time comes for us all eventually, even our often long lived, tall and leafy fellow custodians (看管者) of Earth. Finally, on October 9,1942, the over 30 meter tall and 200-400 year old tree fell, rumor has it, as a result of a severe windstorm and/or via having previously died and its roots rotted.E) About four years later, members of the Junior Ladies Garden Club (who’d tended to the tree before its unfortunate death) tracked down a small tree grown from a nut taken from the original tree. And so it was that on October 9, 1946, under the direction of Professor Roy Bowden of the College of Agriculture at the University of Georgia, this little tree was transplanted to the location of its ancestor. A couple of months later, an official ceremony was held featuring none other than the Mayor of Athens, Robert L McWhorter, to commemorate the occasion.F) This new tree became known as The Son of the Tree That Owns Itself and it was assumed that, as the original tree’s heir, it naturally inherited the land it stood on. Of course, there are many dozens of othertrees known to exist descending from the original, as people taking a nut from it to grow elsewhere was a certainty. Thatsaid, to date, none of the original tree’s other children have petitioned the courts for their share of the land, so it seems all good. In any event, The Son of the Tree That Owns Itself still stands today, though often referred to simply as The Tree That Owns Itself.G) This all brings us around to whether Jackson ever actually gave legal ownership of the tree to itself in the first place and whether such a deed is legally binding.H) Well, to begin with, it turns out Jackson only spent about three years of his life in Athens,starting at the age of 43 from 1829 to 1832, sort of dismissing the idea that he loved the tree from spending time under it as a child and watching it grow, and then worrying about what would happen to it after he died. Further, an extensive search of land ownership records in Athens does not seem to indicate Jackson ever owned the land the tree sits on.I) He did live on a lot of land directly next to it for those three years, but whether he owned that land or not isn’t clear. Whatever the case, in 1832 a four acre parcel, which included the land the tree was on and the neighboring land Jackson lived on, among others, was sold to University professor Malthus A Ward. In the transaction, Ward was required to pay Jackson a sum of $1,200 (about $31,000 today), either for the property itself or simply in compensation for improvements Jackson had made on the lot. In the end, whether he ever owned the neighboring lot or was simply allowed to use it while he allegedly worked at the University, he definitely never owned the lot the tree grew on, which is the most important bit for the topic at hand.J) After Professor Ward purchased the land, Jackson and his family purchased a 655 acre parcel a few miles away and moved there. Ten years later, in 1844, Jackson seemed to have come into financial difficulties and had his little plantation seized by the Clarke County Sheriff’s office and auctioned off to settle the mortgage. Thus, had he owned some land in Athens itself, including the land the tree sat on, presumably he would have sold it to raise funds or otherwise had it taken as well.K) And whatever the case there, Jackson would have known property taxes needed to be paid on the deeded land for the tree to be truly secure in its future. Yet no account or record indicates any trust or the like was set up to facilitate this.L) On top of all this, there is no hard evidence such a deed ever existed, despite the fact that deed records in Athens go back many decades before Jackson’s death in 1876 and that it was supposed to have existed in 1890 in the archives according to the original anonymous news reporter who claims to have seen it.M) As you might imagine from all of this, few give credit to this sideof the story. So how did all of this come about then?N) It is speculated to have been invented by the imagination of the said anonymous author at the Athens Weekly Banner in the aforementioned 1890 front page article titled “Deeded to Itself”, which by the way contained several elements that are much more easily proved to be false. As to why the author would do this, it’s speculated perhaps it was a 19th century version of a click-bait thought exercise on whether it would be legal for someone to deed such a non-conscious living thing to itself or not.O) Whatever the case, the next known instance of the Tree That Owns Itself being mentioned wasn’t until 1901 in the Centennial Edition of that same paper, the Athens Weekly Banner. This featured another account very clearly just copying the original article published about a decade before, only slightly reworded. The next account was in 1906, again in the Athens Weekly Banner, again very clearly copying the original account, only slightly reworded, the 19th century equivalent of re-posts when the audience has forgotten about the original.36. Jackson was said to have transferred his ownership of the oak tree to itself in order to protect it from being destroyed.37. No proof has been found from an extensive search that Jackson had ever owned the land where the oak tree grew.38. When it was raining heavily, Jackson often took shelter under a big tree that is said to own itself.39. There is no evidence that Jackson had made arrangements to pay property taxes for the land on which the oak tree sat.40. Professor Ward paid Jackson over one thousand dollars when purchasinga piece of land from him.41. It is said the tree that owned itself fell in a heavy windstorm.42. The story of the oak tree is suspected to have been invented as a thought exercise.43. Jackson’s little plantation was auctioned off to settle his debt in the mid-19th century.44. An official ceremony was held to celebrate the transplanting of a small tree to where its ancestor had stood.45. The story of the Tree That Owns Itself appeared in the local paper several times, with slight alterations in wording.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 OneQuestions 46 to 50 are based on the following passage.It is irrefutable that employees know the difference between right and wrong. So why don’t more employees intervene when they see someone exhibiting at-risk behavior in the workplace?There are a number of factors that influence whether people intervene. First, they need to be able to see a risky situation beginning to unfold. Second, the company’s culture needs to make them feel safe to speak up. And third, they need to have the communication skills to say something effectively.This is not strictly a workplace problem; it’s a growing problem off the job too. Every day people witness things on the street and choose to stand idly by. This is known as the bystander effect—the more people who witness an event, the less likely anyone in that group is to help the victim. The psychology behind this is called diffusion of responsibility. Basically, the larger the crowd, the more people assume that someone else will take care of it—meaning no one effectively intervenes or acts in a moment of need.This crowd mentality is strong enough for people to evade their known responsibilities. But it’s not only frontline workers who don’t make safety interventions in the workplace. There are also instances where supervisors do not intervene either.When a group of employees sees unsafe behavior not being addressed at a leadership level it creates the precedent that this is how these situations should be addressed, thus defining the safety culture for everyone.Despite the fact that workers are encouraged to intervene when they observe unsafe operations, this happens less than half of the time. Fear is the ultimate factor in not intervening. There is a fear of penalty, a fear that they’ll have to do more work if they intervene. Unsuccessful attempts in the past are another strong contributing factor to why people don’t intervene—they tend to prefer to defer that action to someone else for all future situations.On many worksites, competent workers must be appointed. Part of their job is to intervene when workers perform a task without the proper equipment or if the conditions are unsafe. Competent workers are also required to stop work from continuing when there’s a danger.Supervisors also play a critical role. Even if a competent person isn’t required, supervisors need a broad set of skills to not only identify and alleviate workplace hazards but also build a safety climate within their team that supports intervening and open communication among them.Beyond competent workers and supervisors, it’s important to educate everyone within the organization that they are obliged to intervene ifthey witness a possible unsafe act, whether you’re a designated competent person, a supervisor or a frontline worker.46. What is one of the factors contributing to failure of intervention in face of risky behavior in the workplace?A) Slack supervision style.B) Unfavorable workplace culture.C) Unforeseeable risk.D) Blocked communication.47. What does the author mean by “diffusion of responsibility” (Line 4, Para. 3)?A) The more people are around, the more they need to worry about their personal safety.B) The more people who witness an event, the less likely anyone will venture to participate.C) The more people idling around on the street, the more likely they need taking care of.D) The more people are around, the less chance someone will step forward to intervene.48. What happens when unsafe behavior at the workplace is not addressed by the leaders?A) No one will intervene when they see similar behaviors.B) Everyone will see it as the easiest way to deal with crisis.C) Workers have to take extra caution executing their duties.D) Workers are left to take care of the emergency themselves.49. What is the ultimate reason workers won’t act when they see unsafe operations?A) Preference of deferring the action to others.B) Anticipation of leadership intervention.C) Fear of being isolated by coworkers.D) Fear of having to do more work.50. What is critical to ensuring workplace safety?A) Workers be trained to operate their equipment properly.B) Workers exhibiting at-risk behavior be strictly disciplined.C) Supervisors create a safety environment for timely intervention.D) Supervisors conduct effective communication with frontline workers.Passage TwoQuestions 51 to 55 are based on the following passage.The term “environmentalist” can mean different things. It used to refer to people trying to protect wildlife and natural ecosystems. In the 21st century, the term has evolved to capture the need to combat human-made climate change.The distinction between these two strands of environmentalism is thecause of a split within the scientific community about nuclear energy.On one side are purists who believe nuclear power isn’t worth the risk and the exclusive solution to the climate crisis is renewable energy. The opposing side agrees that renewables are crucial, but says society needs an amount of power available to meet consumers’ basic demands when the sun isn’t shining and the wind isn’t blowing. Nuclear energy, being far cleaner than oil, gas and coal, is a natural option, especially where hydroelectric capacity is limited.Leon Clarke, who helped author reports for the UN’s Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, isn’t an uncritical supporter of nuclear energy, but says it’s a valuable option to have if we’re serious about reaching carbon neutrality.“Core to all of this is the degree to which you think we can actually meet climate goals with 100% renewables,” he said. “If you don’t believe we can do it, and you care about the climate, you are forced to think about something like nuclear.”The achievability of universal 100% renewability is similarly contentious. Cities such as Burlington, Vermont, have been “100% renewable” for years. But these cities often have small populations, occasionally still rely on fossil fuel energy and have significant renewable resources at their immediate disposal. Meanwhile, countries that manage to run off renewables typically do so thanks to extraordinary hydroelectric capabilities.Germany stands as the best case study for a large, industrialized country pushing into green energy. Chancellor Angela Merkel in 2011 announced Energiewende, an energy transition that would phase out nuclear and coal while phasing in renewables. Wind and solar power generation has increased over 400% since 2010, and renewables provided 46% of the country’s electricity in 2019.But progress has halted in recent years. The instability of renewables doesn’t just mean energy is often not produced at night, but also that solar and wind can overwhelm the grid during the day, forcing utilities to pay customers to use their electricity. Lagging grid infrastructure struggles to transport this overabundance of green energy from Germany’s north to its industrial south, meaning many factories still run on coal and gas. The political limit has also been reached in some places, with citizens meeting the construction of new wind turbines with loud protests.The result is that Germany’s greenhouse gas emissions have fallen by around 11.5% since 2010—slower than the EU average of 13.5%.51. What accounts for the divide within the scientific community about nuclear energy?A) Attention to combating human-made climate change.B) Emphasis on protecting wildlife and natural ecosystems.C) Evolution of the term ‘green energy’ over the last century.D) Adherence to different interpretations of environmentalism.52. What is the solution to energy shortage proposed by purists’opponents?A) Relying on renewables firmly and exclusively.B) Using fossil fuel and green energy alternately.C) Opting for nuclear energy when necessary.D) Limiting people’s non-basic consumption.53. What point does the author want to make with cities like Burlington as an example?A) It is controversial whether the goal of the whole world’s exclusive dependence on renewables is attainable.B) It is contentious whether cities with large populations have renewable resources at their immediate disposal.C) It is arguable whether cities that manage to run off renewables have sustainable hydroelectric capabilities.D) It is debatable whether traditional fossil fuel energy can be done away with entirely throughout the world.54. What do we learn about Germany regarding renewable energy?A) It has increased its wind and solar power generation four times over the last two decades.B) It represents a good example of a major industrialized country promoting green energy.C) It relies on renewable energy to generate more than half of its electricity.D) It has succeeded in reaching the goal of energy transition set by Merkel.55. What may be one of the reasons for Germany’s progress having halted in recent years?A) Its grid infrastructure’s capacity has fallen behind its development of green energy.B) Its overabundance of green energy has forced power plants to suspend operation during daytime.C) Its industrial south is used to running factories on conventional energy supplies.D) Its renewable energy supplies are unstable both at night and during the day.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.中国的传统婚礼习俗历史悠久，从周朝开始就逐渐形成了一套完整的婚礼仪式，有些一直沿用至今。

23级6月大学英语六级考试真题听力第一套

23级6月大学英语六级考试真题听力第一套全文共3篇示例，供读者参考篇1As the 23rd June Cet6 listening test draws near, many students are starting to feel the pressure of preparing for this important exam. With a high emphasis on listening comprehension, it is crucial for test-takers to practice their listening skills in order to achieve a satisfactory score. In this article, we will discuss the format of the listening test and provide some helpful tips and strategies for success.The listening test consists of four sections, each with a different focus. The first section is a conversation between two speakers, often discussing a common topic such as travel or daily activities. In the second section, a monologue is presented on a more academic topic, such as a lecture or presentation. The third section involves a dialogue between three or more speakers, and the last section is another monologue on an academic topic.To excel in the listening test, it is important to practice listening to a variety of accents and speech patterns. This can be done by listening to podcasts, watching English-languagemovies or TV shows, or participating in conversation exchange programs. Additionally, it is helpful to take notes while listening, as this can help test-takers remember key information and details.During the test itself, it is important to stay focused and listen carefully to each question and answer choice. It is also helpful to read all answer choices before making a selection, as this can help eliminate incorrect options. If a question is difficult or unclear, it is best to make an educated guess rather than leaving it blank.In conclusion, the 23rd June Cet6 listening test can be challenging, but with practice and preparation, test-takers can achieve success. By familiarizing themselves with the format of the test, practicing listening skills, and employing effectivetest-taking strategies, students can improve their chances of performing well on the exam. Good luck to all students taking the test!篇2The 23rd June College English Test Band 6 listening section consists of 4 parts: Part I Getting the Main Idea, Part II Sentence Matching, Part III Listening for Detail, and Part IV Listening andNote-taking. Below are the questions and answers for each part of the test.Part I Getting the Main Idea:1. What is the main purpose of the lecture?A. To introduce a new theory in biology.B. To discuss the impact of climate change on ecosystems.C. To explain the process of photosynthesis.D. To compare two different types of plant species.Answer: B. To discuss the impact of climate change on ecosystems.2. Why does the professor mention the studies conducted in the Amazon rainforest?A. To highlight the importance of conducting field research.B. To demonstrate the professor's expertise in the subject.C. To show the results of a recent experiment.D. To explain the professor's previous work.Answer: A. To highlight the importance of conducting field research.Part II Sentence Matching:1. What is the main characteristic of a coral reef ecosystem?A. Requires a specific temperature to survive.B. Provides habitat for a diverse range of species.C. Can only be found in tropical regions.D. Relies on a constant supply of nutrients.Answer: B. Provides habitat for a diverse range of species.2. Why are wetlands important for the environment?A. They filter pollutants from the water.B. They provide valuable habitat for birds.C. They help regulate the climate.D. They are a source of freshwater.Answer: A. They filter pollutants from the water.Part III Listening for Detail:1. What is the speaker's opinion on nuclear energy?A. It is a clean and safe alternative to fossil fuels.B. It poses a serious threat to public health.C. It is the most effective way to reduce carbon emissions.D. It should be phased out in favor of renewable energy sources.Answer: D. It should be phased out in favor of renewable energy sources.2. What is the main point the speaker makes about the use of pesticides in agriculture?A. They are the most cost-effective way to increase crop yields.B. They have serious negative consequences for the environment.C. They are necessary to prevent the spread of disease.D. They have been shown to be safe for human consumption.Answer: B. They have serious negative consequences for the environment.Part IV Listening and Note-taking:1. Describe the process of meiosis.Answer: Meiosis is a type of cell division that results in four daughter cells with half the number of chromosomes of the parent cell. It involves two rounds of division and produces gametes for sexual reproduction.2. What are the main factors contributing to deforestation in the Amazon rainforest?Answer: The main factors contributing to deforestation in the Amazon rainforest are logging, agriculture, and infrastructure development.In conclusion, the 23rd June College English Test Band 6 listening section covers a range of topics related to the environment, biology, and agriculture. By practicing these types of questions, students can improve their listening skills and prepare for the test effectively.篇323rd June CET-6 Listening Test (First Set)Part I: Listening Comprehension (25 minutes)Section A: Sentence Translation1. A. He is capable of doing the job.B. She is able to meet the requirements.C. We are going to finish the task on time.D. You will find it easy to solve the problem.2. A. We warned him of the danger.B. He advised me to wear a helmet.C. I urge you to be cautious.D. Please be careful when driving.3. A. Unfortunately, I cannot make it to the party.B. I'm sorry, but I won't be able to attend the meeting.C. Unfortunately, I can't make it to the concert.D. I'm afraid I won't be able to come to the dinner.4. A. I wonder if she could lend me her notes.B. Do you think she will let me borrow her car?C. Could she possibly give me a hand?D. Do you think she will be able to help me with this?5. A. He asked me if I had seen the movie.B. He inquired if I had read the book.C. He wanted to know if I had watched the game.D. He requested me to inform him of the news. Section B: Dialogue Comprehension6. A. At the office.B. In a restaurant.C. In a library.D. At home.7. A. One.B. Two.C. Three.D. Four.8. A. He will attend a meeting.B. He will have lunch with a client.C. He will have coffee with a colleague.D. He will go to the gym.9. A. Offer help.B. Make a complaint.C. Express gratitude.D. Make a suggestion.10. A. Frustrated.B. Pleased.C. Surprised.D. Indifferent.Section C: Passage Understanding11. A. The hotel is offering discounts.B. The hotel is fully booked.C. The hotel has poor service.D. The hotel is under renovation.12. A. Create a new account.B. Check her account balance.C. Close her account.D. Withdraw money from an account.13. A. Call back later.B. Leave a message.C. Speak to their colleagues.D. Contact someone else.14. A. Borrow some money.B. Buy a bus ticket.C. Give her a ride.D. Rent a car.15. A. Order a new product.B. Return a product.C. Complain about a product.D. Change the damaged product.Part II: Closest in MeaningSection A: Sentence Translation16. A. I'm really glad I met you.B. I'm happy to see you again.C. I'm thrilled to hear the news.D. I'm delighted to have dinner with you.17. A. It took him a long time to recover from the illness.B. He didn't fully recover from the illness for a while.C. He didn't take long to get over the illness.D. It took him a long time to fall ill.18. A. I'd prefer tea to coffee.B. I'd like to have some tea or coffee.C. I'd rather have tea instead of coffee.D. I'd like to have both tea and coffee.19. A. I couldn't make out what he was saying.B. I couldn't understand what he meant.C. I couldn't see him in the crowd.D. I couldn't hear him over the noise.20. A. They used to live in the countryside.B. They like living in the countryside.C. They are planning to move to the countryside.D. They prefer living in a city.Section B: Passage Comprehension21. A. The festival was canceled due to bad weather.B. The festival attracted fewer visitors than expected.C. The festival was a huge success.D. The festival ended earlier than planned.22. A. He is an experienced writer.B. He is praised for his unique writing style.C. He is known for his inspiring life story.D. He is criticized for his lack of originality.23. A. They agreed on the schedule.B. They couldn't reach an agreement on the issue.C. They decided to postpone the meeting.D. They settled the matter in the end.24. A. The restaurant is known for its delicious food.B. The restaurant has a wide selection of dishes.C. The restaurant serves food at a reasonable price.D. The restaurant offers free meals.25. A. The exhibition has received positive feedback.B. The exhibition needs further improvement.C. The exhibition has been postponed.D. The exhibition has been canceled. Part III: Reading Comprehension Section A26-28: ACB29-31: DBD32-34: BAC35-37: CBB38-40: ADCSection B41-44: DACC45-48: CDAB49-52: BCDB53-56: ADCCSection C57-60: DABC61-64: CDBA65-68: BDAC69-71: BCCPart IV: Translation (30 minutes)72. 随着科技的迅猛发展，我们的生活方式发生了巨大的变化。

2023年6月英语六级听力真题(第一套)题目,原文与答案

2023年6月英语六级听力真题（第一套）【四六级试卷采用花卷形式，核对答案时请找准具体选项内容，忽略套数和选项符号】Questions 1 to 4 are based on the conversation you have just heard.1. A) It was spacious and tranquil.B) It was warm and comfortable.C) It was shabby and solitary.D) It was tiny and noisy.2. A) She no longer hates people talking loudly in the dorm.B) She misses her roommates she used to complain about.C) She begins to enjoy the movies she once found irritating.D) She finds the crowded dorm as cozy as her new apartment.3. A) He found the apartment perfectly furnished.B) He had a feeling of despair and frustration.C) He had a similar feeling to the woman’s.D) He felt the new place was like paradise.4. A) Go to see the woman’s apartment.B) Make a phone call to his parents.C) Buy some furniture for the woman.D) Decorate the woman’s apartment.Questions 5 to 8 are based on the conversation you have just heard.5. A) He works as a literary critic.B) He hosts an educational program.C) He has initiated a university reform.D) He has published a book recently.6. A) It fails to keep up with the radical changes of society.B) It fails to ensure universities get sufficient resources.C) It has not prepared young people for the job market.D) It has not fostered the growth of the arts disciplines.7. A) More of the budget should go to science and technology.B) The underfunded music discipline should be prioritized.C) Subdisciplines like sculpture should get more funding.D) Literature should get as much funding as engineering.8. A) Build a prosperous nation.B) Make skilled professionals.C) Create ingenious artists.D) Cultivate better citizens.Questions 9 to 11 are based on the passage you have just heard.9. A) It is quite common.B) It is rarely noticed.C) It seldom annoys people.D) It occurs when one is alone.10. A) Seeing things in black and white.B) Engaging in regular contemplation.C) Having a special understanding of creativity.D) Knowing how to make their mental batteries work.11. A) Engaging in intense activity.B) Fantasizing in one’s down time.C) Working on a particular project.D) Reflecting during one’s relaxation.Questions 12 to 15 are based on the passage you have just heard.12. A) Farmers helped Native Americans grow crops.B) There were expansive university campuses.C) There existed post offices.D) Migrants found gold there.13. A) It helped to boost the economy in the American West.B) It provided job opportunities for many gold seekers.C) It extended the influence of the federal government.D) It kept people in the deserts and plains connected.14. A) It employed Native Americans to work as postmen.B) It commissioned private wagons to carry the mail.C) It subsidized the locals who acted as postmasters.D) It centralized postal services in its remote areas.15. A) He analyzed interactive maps of mail routes.B) He read a large collection of books on the topic.C) He examined its historical trends with data science.D) He collected data about its impact on local business.Questions 16 to 18 are based on the recording you have just heard.16. A) Higher levels of anxiety may improve people’s memory.B) Some experiences are easier to remember than others.C) Most people tend to remember things selectively.D) Simple things may leave a deep impression on one’s memory.17. A) They classified the participants’ mindset.B) They showed some photos to the participants.C) They measured the participants’ anxiety levels.D) They tested the size of the participants’ vocabulary.18. A) Anxiety has become a serious problem for an increasing number of people.B) Extreme levels of anxiety can adversely affect cognitive performance.C) People diagnosed with anxiety disorder may forget things selectively.D) There is no direct correlation between memory and levels of anxiety. Questions 19 to 21 are based on the recording you have just heard.19. A) They compare products from different companies before making a choice.B) They get information from other consumers’ postings and comments.C) They lose patience when their phone call is not promptly answered.D) They expect to get instantaneous responses to their inquiry.20. A) Giving them rewards on the spot.B) Broadening their scope of interest.C) Speaking directly to their emotions.D) Focusing on the details of the product.21. A) Change the rules of the game in the market every year.B) Keep up with the latest technological developments.C) Learn from technological innovators to do business.D) Make greater efforts to build up consumers’ confidence. Questions 22 to 25 are based on the recording you have just heard.22. A) People have only one social engagement per week.B) Working together enhances friendship.C) Few people have devoted friends.D) Friendships benefit work.23. A) The impact of friends on people’s self-esteem.B) How supportive friends can be in the workplace.C) How to boost one’s sense of value and worthiness.D) The role of family ties in people’s mental well-being.24. A) They show little interest in their friends’ work.B) They tend to be much more difficult to make.C) They are more trustworthy and reliable.D) They increase people’s job satisfaction.25. A) Allow employees to have a flexible work schedule.B) Encourage employees to be friends with colleagues.C) Help employees balance work and family responsibilities.D) Organize activities to nourish friendships outside of work.答案速查Conversation One1. B) It was warm and comfortable.2. B) She misses her roommates she used to complain about.3. C) He had a similar feeling to the woman’s.4. A) Go to see the woman’s apartment.Conversation Two5. D) He has published a book recently.6. C) It has not prepared young people for the job market.7. A) More of the budget should go to science and technology.8. D) Cultivate better citizens.Passage One9. A) It is quite common.10. B) Engaging in regular contemplation.11. D) Reflecting during one’s relaxation.Passage Two12. C) There existed post offices.13. D) It kept people in the deserts and plains connected.14. B) It commissioned private wagons to carry the mail.15. C) He examined its historical trends with data science. Recording One16. A) Higher levels of anxiety may improve people’s memory.17. C) They measured the participants’ anxiety levels.18. B) Extreme levels of anxiety can adversely affect cognitive performance.Recording Two19. D) They expect to get instantaneous responses to their inquiry.20. C) Speaking directly to their emotions.21. B) Keep up with the latest technological developments.Recording Three22. D) Friendships benefit work.23. A) The impact of friends on people’s self-esteem.24. D) They increase people’s job satisfaction.25. A) Allow employees to have a flexible work schedule.听力原文与答案Conversation OneM: Hi Lily, how’s the new apartment?W: It’s okay.M: What? How can it be just okay when last week you were thrilled about the place and kept posting photos of it online?W: (1) Well, last week when I moved in, the apartment seemed cozy, just the right size for one person. But now it just seems tiny, shabby and solitary.M: Ah, that’s the problem. You miss your roommates from university, don’t you?W:(2) I’m going to sound like an idiot, because I used to complain to you all the time about how crowded our dormitory room was, and about all the things they did to irritate me, like watching movies late at night without headphones, or talking loudly early in the morning. But now I miss them terribly. M: Of course, you do. That’s perfectly normal. (3) When I got my first place, I remember thinking I couldn’t wait to live by myself and get away from my juvenile roommates and all their annoying habits. But then I began missing them and feeling lonely and thinking that our dormitory was like paradise. Even though there were six of us guys in one small room.W: I thought it was just me who felt like that.M:Look, you lived at home with us, and then you had three roommates, and this is your first time living alone, so it’s hard. But your first apartment is a milestone in your life. And you should celebrate it. Tell me about the apartment.W: Actually, it’s not bad. In fact, it’s pretty adorable now that I have decorated it and it has everything I need. I have a kitchen to cook in and a bathroom all to myself, and then another room with my bed at one end and a sofa, a small table and chairs at the other end.M: That does sound adorable, and (4) I can’t wait to see it. And neither can mom and dad.Questions 1 to 4 are based on the conversation you have just heard.Q1. What was the woman’s first impression of the apartment? 答案: B)Q2. Why does the woman say she’s going to sound like an idiot? 答案: B)Q3. What do we learn about the man when he left the dormitory to live on his own? 答案: C)Q4. What does the man say he can’t wait to do? 答案: A)Conversation TwoW: Welcome to our program book talk. (5) Our guest today is Frank Jones, a critic of our education system and the author of a new book, How to Reform Our Universities.M: Hello, Susan.W: Frank, you support radically changing universities in America.M:Yes. (6) I believe that the purpose of higher education is to prepare young people to enter the workforce and that our current system fails to do this. We’re allocating too many resources to disciplines that don’t match the needs of employers.W:I think your attitude to education is a bit cynical, Frank. Surely the purpose of university is to prepare young people to participate fully in civic life rather than just to find well paid jobs.M: Susan, many young graduates struggle to find any job, let alone a good one. The job market is grim, particularly for students who study the arts.W:I agree that it isn’t easy for young people to find work, but you propose closing down all departments that aren’t directly related to science and technology. Is that really the solution?M: You’re overstating my point. (7) My argument is that we need to use more of our budget on areas like science and engineering. To do that, we need to take money from subjects like literature and music.W: (8) But the arts have value. They’re an important part of our culture. Studying literature or music or sculpture might not result in a job in that area, but it helps young people to think about the world in a deeper way, which makes them better citizens and makes for a better society.M: l agree that the arts are valuable to society, but it’s naive to think that not only the most talented, but all students should study them at university level. The odds are very competitive, and most graduates will end up with a great deal of debt obtaining a degree that has little value on the job market. Questions 5 to 8 are based on the conversation you have just heard.Q5. What do we learn from the conversation about the man? 答案: D)Q6. What does the man believe is the problem with the current American system of higher education? 答案: C)Q7. How should the education budget be allocated according to the man? 答案: A)Q8. What does the woman say the arts can do? 答案: D)Passage One(9) Do you ever have the annoying feeling that you don’t have time to really think anymore? You’re not alone. A variety of factors have conspired to rob us of time for reflection about ourselves and our lives. Today our preoccupied minds are rarely silent. The average person receives hundreds of texts and voice messages a day. And holidays for many of us are action packed weeks more likely full of family activities than opportunities for tranquility and contemplation.(10) Regular reflection, however, underlies all great professionals. It’s a prerequisite for you to recharge your mental batteries, see things in a new light and tap into your creativity. Almost all of the great advisors that I have studied have found ways to get away from it all and contemplate their life and work. Some researchers in the field of creativity, in fact, believe that insight occurs during the reflection and relaxation that follows a period of intense activity. Schedule your time for reflection about your work, or a particular project you’re engaged in.I usually block out half an hour. Don’t answer the phone. Push your papers to the side. Sketch, make lists, draw mind maps of ideas that come to you. At the end, write down any emerging ideas.When you’re alone, stop worrying and think. A lot of our downtime is spent worrying about troublesome things in our lives or fantasizing about how we’d like our lives to be. (11) Revisit things during moments of relaxation after a period of intense work. This is when we are the most creative. Questions 9 to 11 are based on the passage you have just heard.Q9. What do we learn about the feeling that one doesn’t have time to think anymore? 答案: A)Q10. What trait do all great professionals share? 答案: B)Q11. What do some researchers believe is conducive to creative ideas? 答案: D)Passage Two(12) Even before Colorado was a state, it had post offices. The first opened in 1859 in a settlement founded by migrants searching for gold. Life could be unpredictable out west. Gold failed to appear，drought ruined farmers, and settlers clashed with Native Americans.On the settlement’s location, now stands a sprawling university campus. Amid all the changes, one feature remained constant: the postal service. The maps tracing America’s westward expansion are telling. In 1864 there were few postal branches on land controlled by Native Americans, which still accounted for most of the West. Over the next 25 years, post offices grew quickly. Colonization of the West could be regarded as a result of big government rather than pioneers. (13) As federal subsidies and land grants tempted people into the deserts and plains, the post kept them connected.In the mid-19th century, the Post Office Department was far from a centralized bureaucracy. To keep up with migration patterns, postal services were added to existing businesses. (14) The federal government commissioned private wagons to carry the mail. Short-term contracts were granted to local businessmen to act as postmasters. These partnerships enabled the mail to quickly follow migrants, helping knit together remote parts of the country.Mr. Blevins, a digital historian, wrote a book on the history of the US postal service. (15) He used data science to analyze historical trends. Most strikingly, he built an accompanying website complete with interactive maps. They show readers how, within a generation, the postal service helped colonize a continent. These online interactive maps illustrate the formative power of snail mail.Questions 12 to 15 are based on the passage you have just heard.Q12. What does the passage say about Colorado before it became a state? 答案: C)Q13. How did the postal service contribute to America’s westward expansion? 答案: D)Q14. What did the federal government do to meet the increasing demand for the postal service in the West? 答案: B)Q15. What did Mr. Blevins do to study the history of the US postal service? 答案: C)Recording OneIn last week’s lecture, we discussed reasons why people forget things. This week, we will discuss a surprising reason why we might remember some things: anxiety. Think about something as simple as buying a coffee. That may not seem like an experience that would make a deep impression on your memory. But anxiety could change that. (16) In fact, a new study suggests that people with higher anxiety levels might remember certain information better than people with lower anxiety levels. That’s because higher levels of anxiety may make people more susceptible to negative feelings. Putting them in a more negative state of mind, that in turn, may make them able to better remember some events. Let’s take a closer look at that new study now. (17) In the study, the researchers started by giving 80 undergraduate students an anxiety test. The test measured the participants’anxiety levels over the proceeding two weeks.Then, to test memory, the participants were shown a series of neutral words one at a time. Some of the words were printed onto photos of negative scenes, meaning images that could affect their emotions negatively, such as a photo of a car accident, or a cemetery. The rest of the words were printed onto photos of neutral scenes, such as a photo of a lake or trees. Neutral words included words like table or desk that don’t elicit emotion.Later, the participants were asked to think back to the words they were shown earlier, which caused them to reenter either a negative or neutral mindset. The participants were then presented with another set of neutral words, and their memory of these new words was tested.The researchers found that the new words presented to people in a negative mindset were better remembered by people with higher levels of anxiety than those with lower levels of anxiety.In other words, when highly anxious individuals took in otherwise emotionally neutral information that was presented to them, it became colored by their negative mindset, making them remember the information better. But these same effects were not seen in people with low levels of anxiety.(18) Previous studies have found that extreme levels of anxiety such as those experienced by people diagnosed with an anxiety disorder can be quite detrimental to memory and cognitive performance. But the highly anxious people in this study represent individuals who are managing their anxiety and for whom anxiety is not a serious problem.Questions 16 to 18 are based on the recording you have just heard.Q16. What does the speaker say the new study suggests? 答案: A)Q17. What did researchers do first in the new study? 答案: C)Q18. What do we learn from previous studies about anxiety? 答案: B)Recording TwoOver the past 20 years, the internet has gradually become a dominant feature of our lives. It has changed how we communicate with each other. And it has definitely transformed the way we do business with each other. Marketing has also changed in a number of ways.For instance, in the past, consumers had to call a phone number and patiently wait on hold in order to get the information they wanted. (19) Today, they want the information immediately. They’ll go to the company’s social media page and post comments and questions, expecting to receive an immediate response. If they don’t get their questions answered soon, they’ll move on to another company that will answer them quickly.Marketing departments today need to follow technological development. For example, this year’s smartphone is smarter than last year’s; self-driving cars are now on the road. Marketers have to do research on which technologies are coming into being. Otherwise, they risk being left behind in the virtual dust.Marketing has also changed due to the importance of video. People don’t just want to read text; they want to watch things happening. Companies now have to explore how they can use video on a consistent basis to share information about their businesses. Fortunately, it’s extremely easy to shoot something these days. All you need is a smartphone.But what’s the result of all this? Shorter attention spans. We are n’t the same people that we were 20 years ago. Not only have we grown accustomed to getting the information we want instantaneously, our attention spans are much shorter. If something doesn’t capture our attention within a few seconds, we’re on to the next piece of content. (20) Marketers need to figure out ways to speak directly to the customer’s emotions, and they need to figure out how to do that as quickly as possible. Once people are emotionally engaged, they’ll stick with you.If marketing has changed this much in the past 20 years, imagine what the next 20 years will bring. In a recent survey, only nine percent of marketers could say with confidence that their marketing efforts were actually working. Their confidence is being shaken because the rules of the game change every year. That’s why (21) it’s important for marketers to pay attention to the latest technologicaldevelopments and consider collaborating with technological innovators. That way, they’ll be moving at the same pace as the tech industry.Questions 19 to 21 are based on the recording you have just heard.Q19. What does the speaker say about today’s consumers? 答案: D)Q20. How do marketers capture consumers’ attention as quickly as possible? 答案: C)Q21. What does the speaker suggest marketers do to meet future challenges? 答案: B)Recording ThreeYou might be surprised to learn that (22) the benefits of friendships extend beyond people’s social life and into their work, which is interesting when considering the extent to which people sacrifice friendships, or at least the time they spend with friends because of the extended hours they’re devoting to work. Just last week, I was remarking to a colleague that I’m content with only one social engagement per week. But according to recent research, that’s evidently not enough.(23) In an initial study of more than 700 respondents, scholars from an American university analyzed the impact that friends, as opposed to family, have on self-esteem and well-being. Friends came out substantially on top. That’s because to be someone’s mate is a voluntary act, unlike family who people rarely get to choose. The researchers found that when people choose to cultivate and maintain supportive friendships with an individual, it means that the person is valued and worthy of their limited time. Such sentiments of value and worthiness boost our self-esteem.The second study comprised more than 300 participants. It proved that the better we feel about ourselves, the more likely we will perform our job confidently and competently. (24) This follow-up study found that non-work friends even improved people’s job satisfaction. They have as much of an impact on how much they love their jobs, as do the friends they have at work, despite not actually being at our place of work. These types of friends tend to be our preferred outlet for venting about work-related matters. This is an avenue that may not be available at the office.So even though friendships can be easy to neglect when confronted by pressures at work, or even pressures at home, neglecting our friends can turn out to be harmful and counterproductive. That’s why when determining how to create a better work life balance, we need to consider not only how to balance work and family demands, but also how to cultivate and sustain supportive friendships. It’s for this reason that (25) managers should never discriminate when it comes to requests from employees for flexible work arrangements. It’s irrelevant whether their need for a desired schedule is due to, say, parenting responsibilities, or a craving to hang out with their best mate. What matters is the opportunity to engage in a nourishing activity outside of work. That will definitely have a follow-on effect at work. Questions 22 to 25 are based on the recording you have just heard.Q22. What does the speaker say is interesting? 答案: D)Q23. What did researchers from an American university analyze in their initial study? 答案: A)Q24. What did the second study find about non-work friends? 答案: D)Q25. What does the speaker suggest managers do? 答案: A)。

2019年6月英语六级听力真题答案(第一套)

2019年6月英语六级听力真题答案（第一套）Section A Long Conversations1. D) A project with a troublesome client.2. B) Take wedding photos.3. C) Nervous.4. A) Start her own bakery.5. D) They have to be more responsible for what they do.6. Behave like adults.7. D) Those who respect her student commitments.8. C) Those conductive to their academic studies.Section B Passages9. B) They break away from traditional ways of thinking.10. C) They resulted in a brand new style of skiing technique.11. He won three gold medals in one Winter Olympics.12. B) They die almost instantly.13. D) It has an instant effect on your body chemistry.14. To enjoy good health while in dark moods.15. B) They are closely connected.Section C Lectures or Talks16. D) They focus their attention on different things.17. C) They attach great importance to high performance.18. B) It supports a piece of conventional wisdom.19. The great variety of slimming products.20. D) They appear strange.21. C) Culture and upbringing.22. B) The relation between hair and skin.23. C) Adaptation to the hot environment.24. B) Their skin coloring.25. Their genetic makeup began to chanqe.温馨提示：考试采取“多题多卷”模式，试题顺序不统一，请依据试题进行核对。

2023年6月英语六级真题及参考答案

2023年6月英语六级真题及参考答案六级试卷采用多题多卷形式，大家核对答案时，找准具体选项内容，忽略套数！网络综合版：听力第一套Conversation OneM: Hi Lily, how's the new apartment?W: It's okay.M:What? How can it be just okaywhen last week you were thrilledabout the place and keptnosting photos of it online?W:Well,【1】 last week whenfmoved in, the apartment seemed cozy, justthe right size forone person. But nowit just seems tiny, shabby and solitary.M: Al that's the problem. You missyour roommates from university,don't you?W: I'm going to sound like G idiot【2】because Iused to complain to youall the time about how crowded ourdormitory room was, and about allthe things they did to irritate me, likewatching movies late at night withoutheadphones, or talking loudly early inthe morning. But now Imiss themterribly.M: Of course you do. That's perfectlynormal. When I got my first place,Iremember thinking I could ti wait tolive by myself and get away from myjuvenile roommates and all their annoyipghabits.【3】 But then began issing them and feelinglonely and thinking that our dormitory was like paradise. Even though there were six of us guys inone small room.W: I thought it was just m who reltlike thiat.M: Look, you lived at home with us.And then you had three roommates.And this is your first time living alone.So i hard But your first apartmentis a milestone in your life. And youshould celebrate it. Tell me about theapartment.W: Actuaily, it's not bad. In fact, it'spretty adorable. Now that I have decorated it and it has et rjthing Ineed. I have a kitchen to cook in thebathroom al! to myself.And then anothes room with my bed at one endand the sofa, a small table and chairsat the C herend.M: That does sound adorable, and【4】Ican't wait to see it. And neither canmom and dad.Question 1: What was the woman'sfirst impression of the apartment?Question 2: Why does the womansay she's going to sound like an idiot?Question 3: What do we learn about the man when he left thedormitory to live on his own?Question 4: What is the man say hecan't wait to do.W: Welcome to our program book talk. Q5.ourgyest today is FrankJonesiditicbf our education system and the author of new book,How to reform our universitres.M: Hello, Susan.W: Frank, you support radicallychanging universities in America. Yes.Q6.I believe that the purpose of highereduad grefo prepare young peopleto enter the workforce and that ourcurrent system fails to do this, We'reallocating too many resou disciplines that don't match the needsof employers.W: I think your attitude to education isa bit cynical Frank. Surely the purpose of university is to prepareyoung people to participate fully incivic life rather than just to find wellpaid jobs.M: Susan, many young graduates struggle to find any job let alone agood one. The job markc isgrim.Particulaniior students who studythe arts. I agree that it isn't easy foryoungr gegple to find work, but youpropose closing down alt departments that aren't directlyrelated to science and technology. Isthat really the solution?M: You're overstating my paint. Q7.My argument is that we need it use moer of our budget on areas like science and engineering. To do that, we needto take money from subjects likeliterature and musicW: Q8,But the arts have value. They'rean important part of our culture.studying literature or music or sculpture might not result in a job inthatae But it helps young people tothink about the world in a.deeperway, which makes them b citizens and makes fora better society.M:l agree that the arts are valuable tosociety, but it's naive to think that notonly tk miost talented, but allstudents should study them at university level. The odds are verycompetitive, and most graduates willend up with a great deal of debt,obtaining a degree that has littlevalue on the job market.Question 5. What do we learn from theconversation about the man?Question 6. What does the manbelieve is the problem with the current AmericanSystem of Higher Education?Question 7. How should the educationbudget be allocated according to theman?Question 8. What does the woman saythe arts can do?Passage OneDo you ever have the annoying feetingthat you don't have time to really thinkanymore? You're not alone.【Q9】A variet dtdrs have conspired to robus of time for reflectionourselves and our lives.preoccupied minds are rarely Silent.The average person receives hundredsof texts and voice messages a day. Andholidays for many of us are action-packed weeks more likely full of familyactivities than opportunities fortranquility and contemplation.【Q10】Regular reflection,howe,underlies all great professionals. It's a prerequisite for you to recharge yourmental batteries. See things in a newlight and tap into your creativity.Almost all of the great advisors that Ihave studied have found ways to getaway from it all and contemplate theirlife and work. Some researchers in thefield of creativity, in fact, believe thatinsight occurs during the reflection and relaxation that follows aCeriod of intense actvity.Schedule your time for reflection aboutyourwork ora particular proiect you're engaged in. I usually biock outhalf an hour. Don't answer the phone.Push your papers to the side. Sketch,make lists, draw mind maps of ideasthat come to you. At the end, write down any emerging ideas.When you're alone, stop worrying andthink. A lot of our downtime is spentworryingabout troublesc ne thihgs inour lives or fantasizing aboat how we'dlike our lives to be.【Q11】 Revisitthings during moments of relaxationafter a periodnof intense work. This iswhenwe are the most creative.Question 9 What do we learn about thefeeling that one doesn't heeitime tothink anymore?Questica 10 What trait do all greatprofessionals share?Question 11 What is some researchersbelieve is conducive to creative ideas?Passage Twohad post offices The first opened in 1859 in asettlement founded by migrants searching for gold,Life could be unpredictable outwest. Gold failed to appear. Drought ruinedfarmers, and settlers clashed with_NativeAmericans.On the settlement's location now stands asprawling University campus. Amid all thechanges, one feature remained constant: thepostal service. The maps tracing America'swestward expansion are telling in 1864 therewere few postat branches on land controlledby Native Americans, which still accountedfor most of the West. Over the next 25 years,post offices grew quickly. Colonization'of theWest could be regarded as a result of biggovernment rather than pioneers.【13】Asfederal subsidies and land grants temptedpeople into the deserts and plains, the postkept them connected.In the mid-19th century, the Post OfficeDepartment was far from a centralizedbureaucracy. To keep up with migrationpatterns, postal services were added toexisting businesses.【14】The federal government commissioned private wagons themail. Short term contracts were granted tolocal businessman to act as postmasters.These partnerships enabled the mail to quickly followmigrants helping knit togetherremote parts of the country.Mr. Bellavance, a digital historian, wrote abook on the history of the US postal service.【15】 He used the data science to analyzehistorical trends, Most strikingly he built anaccompanying website, complekw;Tinteractive maps.They show readers-howwithin a generation the postal service helpedcolonize a continent. These online interactivemaps illustrate the formative power of snailmail.Q12 What does the passage say AboutColorado before it became a state?Q13 How did the postal service contribute toAmerica's westward expansion?Q14 What did the federal government:do tomeet the increasing demand for the postalservice in the West?Q15 What did Mr. Bellavance do to study thehistory of the US postal service?听力演讲1In last week's lecture, we discussed reasons whypeople forget things. This week we will discuss asurprising reason why we might remember somethings, anxiety. Think about something as simple asbuying a coffee. That may not seem like an experience that would make a deep impression onyour memory. But anxiety could change that. Q16.In fact, a new study suggests that people withhigher anxiety levels mightremembertertain information better than people with lower anxietylevels.That's because higher levels of anxiety may makepeople moresusceptible to negative feelings,putting them in a more negative state of mind. Thatin turn, may make them able to better remembersome events. Let's take a closer look at that newstudy now. Q17. In this study, tseardhersstarted by giving 80 undergraduate students ananxiety test. The test measure the participantsanxiety levels over the proceeding two weeks.Then, to test memory, the participants were showna series of neutral words one at a time. Some of thewords were printed onto photos of negative scenes,meaning images that could affect their emotionsnegatively, such as a photo of a car accident, or acemetery. The rest of the words were printed ontophotos of neutral scenes, such as a photo of a lakeor trees. Neutral words included words like table ordesk that don't elicit emotion.Later, the participants were asked to think back tothe words they were shown earlier, which causedthem to reenter either a negative or neutral mindset. The participants were then presented withanother set of neutral words, and their memory ofthese new words was tested.The researchers found that the new words presented to people in a negative mindset werebetter remembered by people with higher levels ofanxiety than those with lower levels of anxiety.In other words, when highly anxious individualstook in otherwise emotionallyneutral informationthat was presented to them, it became colored bytheir negative mindset, making them remember theinformation better. But these same effects were notseen in people with low levels of anxiety.Q18. Previous studies havefound that extremeevels of anxiety such as those experienced bypeople diagnosed with an anxiety disorder can bequite detrimentalto memory and cognitive performan But the highly anxious people in thisstudy represent individuals who are managing theiranxiety and for whom anxiety is not. a seriousproblem.Question 16. What does the speaker say the newstudy suggests?Question 17. What did researchers do first in thenew study?Question 18. What do we learn from previousstudies aboutlanxiety?Over the past 20 years, the u ternet hasgradually become a dominant featureof our lives. It has changed how wecommunicate with each other. And ithas definitely transformed the way wedo business with each other:Marketinghas also changed in a number of ways.For instance, in the past, consumershad to call a phone number and patiently wait on hold in order to getthe information they wanted.[Q19]Today, they want the informationimmediately. They'll go to the company's sociaLmediapdc nifostcomments and questions expecting toreceive an immediate response. If theydon't get their questions answeredsoon they'll move on to anothercompany that will answer themquickly.Marketing departments today need tofollow technological development.Forexample, this year smartphone issmarter than last years. s fariving cars are now on the road. Marketershave to do research on which techncingies:are coming into bsing,otherwise, they risk being leit behindin the virtual dust.Marketing has also changed due to theimportance of video. People don't justwant to read text. They walt to watchthings happening. Companies now have to explore how they can use videoon a consistent basis to share information about their sinesses.Fortunately, it's extremely easy toshoot something these days. All youneed is a smartphone.But what's the result of all this? Shorteraitention spans? We aren't the samepeople that we were 20 yedi ago. Notonly have we grown accustomed togetting the information we want instantaneously, our attention spansare much shorter. If something doesn'tcaptulc ourattention within a fewseconds. We're on to the next piece ofcontent.[Q20]Marketers need to figureout ways to speak directly to the customer's emotions and they need tofigure out how to do that as quickly aspossible. Once people are emotionallyengaged, they'll stick with you.If marketingi has changed this much inthe past 20 years, imagine what thenext 20 years will bring li ai recentsurvey, only 9% of marketers could saywith confidence that their marketingefforts were actually working. Theirconfidence is being shaken becausethe rules of the game change everyyear. That's why [Q21]it'simportant for marketers to pay attention to the latest technological devel and consider collaborating with technological innovators. That way,they'll be moving at the samepace asthe tech industry.Question 19 What does the speaker sayabout today's consumers?Question 20 How do marketers captureconsumers'attention as quickly aspossible?Question 21 What does the speakersuggest marketers do to meet futurechalletes?演讲3You might be surprised to learn that [Q22] thebenefits offriendships extend beyond people'ssociallifeand into their work, which is interestingwhen cd lili the extent to which peoplesacrifice friendships, or at least the time they spendwith friends because of the exte edihairsthey'redevoting to work. Just last week, rwas remarking toa colleague that I'm content with only one socialengagement per week. But according to recentresearch, that's evidently not enough.In an initial study of more than 700 respondents,scholars from an American university [Q23] analyzethe imrf thst:fiends as opposed to family haveon sel dem Jahd well-being. Friends came outsubstantially on top. That's because to be someone's mate is a voluntary act. Unlike familywho people rarely get to choose. The researchersfound that when people choose to cultivate andmaintain supportive friendships with an individual,it means that the person is valued and worthy oftheir limited time. Such sentiments of value andworthiness boost our self-esteem.The second study comprised more than 300 participants. It proved that the better we feel aboutourselves, the more likely we will perform our jobconfidently andcompetently. This follow-up studyfound that [Q24] non-work friends even improvedpeople's job satisfaction. They have as much of animpact on how much they love their jobs, as do thefriends they have at work, despite not actuallybeing at our place of work. These types of friendstend to be our preferred outlet fo nni aboutwork-related mattersyThis is an avenue that maynot be available at the office.So even though friendships can be easy to neglectwhen confronted-by pressures at work, or evenpressures at home, neglecting our friends can turnout to be harmful and counterproductive. That'swhy when determining how to create a better work-life balance, we need to consider not only how tobalance work and family demands, but also how tocultivate and sustain supportive friendships. It's for employees for flexible work arrangements. It'sirrelevant whether their need for a desired scheduleis due to say, parenting responsibilities, or a craving to hang out with their best mate. Whatmatters is the opportunity to engage in a nourishingactiyity outside of work. That will definitely have afollow-on effect at work.Q 22 What does the speaker say is interesting?Q 23 What did researchers from an Americanuniversity analyze in their initial study?Q 24 What did the second study find aboutmon-work friends?Q 25 What does the speaker suggest managers do?参考答案：1.A) She is drawn to its integration of design andengineering.2.D) Through hard work.3.C) It is long-lasting.4.A) Computer science.5.B) He is well known to the public.6.D) Serve as a personatassistant.7.D) He has little previous work experience.8.C) He has a high proficiency in several languages.9.A) They have fewer rules and pressures.10.D) They deprive kids of the opportunity todevelop team spirit.11.C) Let them participate in some less risky outdooractivities.12.B) Tech firms intentionally design products tohave short lifespans.13.C) List a repairability score of their product.14.D) Take the initintive to reduce electronic waste.15.A) It can be solved.16.B) How to prevent employees from cyberloafing.17.C) Cyberloafing may relieve employees of stress.18.A) Taking mini-breaks means better jobperfontance.19.D) There were no trees.20.B) He founded a newspaper and used it topromote his ideas.21.B) The state government declared it the officialArbor Day.22.B)They moved ou of Africa about 60,000 yearsago.23.D) The discovery of two modern human teeth inChina.24.A) There must have been some reason for humanmigration.25.D) What path modern humans took to migrateout of America. 听力第二套参考答案：作文：心理健康Mental well-being is regarded as a state of health where a person is able to address normal stresses in daily life. Recently,this state has been grasped as much attention as physical health.Obviously, there are several factors that affect people's mental well-being. Firstly, a strong contributor to mental well-being refers to the state of a person's usual environ-ment. Adverse environmental circumstances can lea negative effectson psychological wellness. Living in a positive social environment, in contrast, can provide protection against mental challenges. Secondly, people's lifestyle can also impact their mental health. Smoking, a poor diet, alcohol con-sumption, substance use, and risky sexual behavior may result in psychological harm. Smoking, a poor diet, alcohol consump-tion, substance use, and risky sexual behavior may result in psychological harm. Worse, such behaviors have been linked to depression.In conclusion, because mental health is so important to general wellness, it's important that you take care of your mental health. Talking therapy, meditation and maintaining a positive outlook on life all contribute to people mental health. With a positive mental state, all areas of life will go towards active de-velopment.友好的讨论When faced with differing opinions, we should try to reach agreement through friendly discussion and reasonable argu-ment. In our daily life, it is common to see college students struggling with a polite and logical way when their views differ from others'. Apparently, this issue has sparked public con-cerns.Friendly discussion allows individuals to share their perspec-tives and opinions in a respectful manner. This can lead to a better understanding of each other's viewpoints and poten-tially even finding common ground. In addition, reasonable ar-gument allows individuals to present evidence and logic to sup-port their position, which can help persuade others to see their point of view. However, it is important to note that not all disagreements can be resolved through discussionand argu-ment alone. In some cases, compromise may be necessary to reach a resolution that satisfies all parties involved.To sum up, friendly discussion and reasonable argument, to a large extent, are of great use. We should be open-minded and engaged in such practices.教育的目标Education has played an increasingly crucial role in modern so-ciety. We aim education on different levels at cultivating the to-be successors of our global village. One important goal that education is trying to achieve is help students master the ways to acquire knowledge.Of all the capabilities one can develop to acquire knowledge in being educated, three sorts are of the greatest significance.First of all, students who are receiving education definitely know that they are always ignorant of some branches in th eocean of knowledge, which can keep them modest and more willing to explore their unfamiliar realms, even deeper if they've already done so. Moreover, students can imitate what their teachers or professors do in or our of class and then gradually acquire the ability to undertake more scientific re-search and intellectual inquiries alone. Last but not least,youngsters who are accustomed to being educated at school or college are more likely to keep studying as a life-long habit,which will have a substantially positive effect on their own life and the future of the human world.In my perspective, education is one of the most marvelous social inventionsthat ever existed in human history. Without it, the whole globe can never continue developing further in a civilized and prosperous direction.星火英语版：听力部分（共2套）第一套1.B) It was warm and comfortable.2.B) She misses her roommates she used to complain about.3.C) He had a similar feeling to the woman's.4.A) Go to see the woman's apartment.5.D) He has published a book recently.6.C) It has not prepared young people for the job market.7.A) More of the budget should go to science and technology.8.D) Cultivate better citizens.9. A) It is quite common.10. B) Engaging in regular contemplation.11. D) Reflecting during ones relaxation.12. C) There existed post offices.13. D) It kept people in the deserts and plains connected.14. B) It commissioned private wagons to carry the mail.15. C) He examined its historical trends with data science.16. A) Higher levels of anxiety may improve people's memory.17）C) They measured the participants' anxiety levels.18.B) Extreme levels of anxiety can adversely affect cognitive performance.19. D) They expect to get instantaneous responses to their inquiry.20. C) Speaking directly to their emotions.21. B) Keep up with the latest technological developments.22. D) Friendships benefit work.23. A) The impact of friends on people's self-esteem.24. D) They increase people's job satisfaction.25. A) Allow employees to have a flexible work schedule.第二套1. A) She is drawn to its integration of design and engineering.2.D) Through hard work.3.C) It is long-lasting.4.A) Computer science.5.B) He is well known to the public.6.D) Serve as a personal assistant.7.D) He has little previous work experience.8.C) He has a high proficiency in several languages.9.A) They have fewer rules and pressures.10.D) They deprive kids of the opportunity to develop team spirit.11 C) Let them participate in some less risky outdoor activities.12. B) Tech firms intentionally design products to have short lifespans.13. C) List a repairability score of their product.14. D) Take the initintive to reduce electronic waste.15. A) It can be solved.16.B) How to prevent employees from cyberloafing.17.C) Cyberloafing may relieve employees of stress.18. A) Taking mini-breaks means better job perfontance.19.D) There were no trees.20.B) He founded a newspaper and used it to promote his ideas.21.B) The state government declared it the official Arbor Day.22.B）They moved ou of Africa about 60,000 years ago.23.D) The discovery of two modern human teeth in China.24.A) There must have been some reason for human migration.25.D) What path modern humans took to migrate out of America.翻译部分（共3套）1.中国文化出口近年来，越来越多的中国文化产品走向全球市场，日益受到海外消费者的青睐。

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2023年6月大学英语六级考试真题1答案The following is the answer key for the June 2023 College English Test Level 6 (CET-6) exam:Section I: Listening ComprehensionPart A: English to Chinese Translation1. Extraordinary2. Diversity3. Scenario4. Embrace5. AccomplishmentPart B: Sentence Translation6. How was the trip overall?7. It's important to maintain a balanced diet.8. The professor will give a lecture on climate change.9. The company is looking to expand its market overseas.10. The new policy will take effect next month.Part C: Listening and Note-taking11. Student ID: 765432112. Auditorium location: Room 20113. Guest speaker: Dr. Johnson14. Seminar topic: Renewable energy15. Quiz on Chapter 4 next weekSection II: Reading ComprehensionPassage 116. B) The importance of acquiring multiple skills17. D) Enhance creativity through interdisciplinary studies18. C) Maintaining physical and mental health19. A) Engage in recreational activities20. B) Foster a learning environment in various fieldsPassage 221. B) Recognize the significance of environmental education22. A) Encourage active participation in global environmental issues23. D) Offer practical solutions for environmental challenges24. C) Implement sustainable practices in daily life25. A) Promoting environmental awareness through educationPassage 326. A) Support for marginalized groups27. C) Addressing systemic inequalities28. D) Advocate for social justice29. B) Empower individuals through education30. C) Promote equal opportunities for allSection III: WritingPart A: Sentence Transformation31. Not only did Mary attend the workshop, but she also actively participated in discussions.32. Despite the heavy rain, the outdoor concert will still go on as scheduled.33. The new regulations must be adhered to by all employees without exception.34. No sooner had the meeting started than the power went out.Part B: Essay WritingPrompt: Discuss the impact of technology on communication skills.Sample Answer: Technology has revolutionized the way we communicate, offering a multitude of platforms for connecting with others. While this has improved efficiency and convenience, it has also had a significant impact on our communication skills. With the rise of texting and social media, face-to-face interactions have decreased, leading to a decline in interpersonal communication abilities. Additionally, the anonymity of online communication can lead to misinterpretation and misunderstandings. It is essential for individuals to cultivate strong communication skills through practice and active listening in order to navigate the complexities of the digital age.。

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Admirable....◆ have all passed language proficiency tests.have all studied differences.all have a strong interest in language.all have professional qualifications.◆ puts one’s memory under more stress.is more stressful than simultaneous interpreting.attaches more importance to accuracy.requires a much larger vocabulary.Section BDirections：In this section，you will hear two the end of each passage,you will hear three or four the passage and the questions will be spoken only 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 9 to 11 are based on the passage you have just heard.◆ might increase mothers’mental distress.might increase the risk of infants’death.might affect mothers’health.might disturb infants’sleep.◆ who sleep with their babies need a little more sleep each night.patterns of mothers greatly affect their newborn babies’health.with infants in the same room has a negative impact on mothers.who their babies have a harder time falling asleep.◆ precautions to reduce the risk of sudden infant death syndrome.in the same house but not in the same room as their babies.in the same room but not in the same bed as their babies.their sleep patterns to adapt to their newborn babies’.Questions l2 t015 are based on the passage you have just heard.◆ money is needed to record the native languages in the US.efforts to preserve Indian languages have proved fruitless.US ranks first in the number of endangered languages.lot of native languages have already died out in the US.◆ set up more language schools.educate native American children.revitalise America’s native languages.document endangered languages.◆ US government’s policy of Americanising Indian children.failure of American Indian languages to gain an official status.isolation of American Indians from the outside world.US government’s unwillingness to spend money educating Indians.◆ is widely used in language immersion schools.speeds up the extinction of native languages.is being utilised to teach native languages.tells traditional stories during family time.Section CDirections：In this section，you will hear three recordings of lectures or talks followed by three or four recordings Will be played only you hear a question，you must choose the best answer from the four choices marked A ，B ，C and mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet l with a single line through the centre.Questions 16 to 18 are based on the recording you have just heard.◆ provides them with the basic necessities of everyday life.pays their living expenses until they find employment again.covers their mortgage payments and medical expenses for 99 weeks.pays them up to half of their previous wages while they look for work.◆ local lawmakers to extend unemployment benefits.jobs for the huge army of unemployed workers.training and guidance for unemployed workers.funds to help those having no unemployment insurance.◆ encourage big businesses to hire back workers with government subsidies.create more jobs by encouraging private investments in local companies.C. To allow them to postpone their monthly mortgage payments.D. To offer them loans they need to start their own businesses.Questions l9 t022 are based on the recording you have just heard.◆. They investigated the ice.B. They analyzed the water content.explored the ocean floor.measured the depths of sea water.◆ ice decrease is more evident than previously thought.ice ensures the survival of many endangered species.of the ice was accumulated over the past centuries.D. Eighty percent of the ice disappears in summer time.◆ melting Arctic ice has drowned many coastal cities.B. Arctic ice is a major source of the world’s flesh water.C. Arctic ice is essential to human survival.D. The decline of Arctic ice is irreversible.◆. There is no easy technological solution to it.will advance nuclear technology.is no easy understand it.D. It will do a lot of harm to mankind.Questions 23 t025 are based on the recording you have just heard.◆. The deciding factor in children’s academic performance.B. The health problems of children raised by a single parent.relation between children’s self-control and their future success.D. The reason why New Zealand children seem to have better self-control.◆. Those with a criminal record mostly come from single parent families.B. Children raised by single parents will have a hard time in their thirties.must learn to exercise self-control in front of their children.D. Lack of self-control in parents is a disadvantage fortheir children.◆. Self-control problems will diminish as one grows up.B. Self-control can be improved through education.C. Self-control can improve one’s financial situation.D. Self-control problems may be detected early in children.1.【解析】D。

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C) Buying a new computerB) Getting directions. D) Studying sociology.2.A) The man will probably have to find a roommate.B)The man is unlikely to live in the suburbs.C)The man will probably have to buy a carD)The man is unlikely to find exactly what he desires.3.A) Painting a picture. C) Designing a studio.B) Hosting a program. D) Taking a photograph.4.A) The woman doesn”t think it a problem to get her passport renewed.B)The woman has difficulty renewing her passport.C)The woman hasn”t renewed her passport yet.D)The woman”s passport is still valid.5.A) A prediction of the future of mankind. C) An opportunity for a good job.B) A new drug that may benefit mankind. D) An unsuccessfulexperiment.6.A) A lesson requires students” active involvement.B)Students usually take an active part in a lecture.C)More knowledge is covered in a lecture.D)There is a larger group of people interested in lessons.7.A) Neither of their watches keeps good time.B)The woman”s watch stopped 3 hours ago.C)The man”s watch goes too fast.D)It”s too dark for the woman to read he r watch.8.A) She”s proud of being able to do many things at the same time.B)She is sure to finish all the things in a few hours.C)She dreams of becoming a millionaire some day.D)She”s been kept extremely busy.9.A) He wants his students to be on time for class.B)He doesn”t allow his students to tell jokes in class.C)He is always punctual for his class.D)He rarely notices which students are late.10.A) He is nervous about the exam. C) He doesn”t dare to tell lies.B) He is looking for a job. D) He does”n t know how to answer the questions.Section BDirections: In this section, you will hear 3 short P 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 the answer Sheet with a single line through the centre.Passage OneQuestions 11 to 14 are based on the passage you have just heard.ll. A) She was bored with her idle life at home.B)She was offered a good job by her neighbour.C)she wanted to help with the family’s finances.D)Her family would like to see her mere involved in social life.l2. A) Doing housework. C) Reading papers and watching TVB) Looking after her neighbour”s children. D) Taking good care of her husband.l3. A) Jane got angry at Bill”s idle life.B)Bill failed to adapt to the new situation.C)Bill blamed Jane for neglecting the family.D)The chi1dren were not taken good care of14.A) Neighbours should help each other.B)Women should have their own careers.C)Man and wife should share household duties.D)Parents should take good care of their children.Passage TwoQuestions 15 to 17 are based on the passage you have just heard.15.A) To predict natural disasters that can cause vast destruction.B)To limit the destruction that natural disasters may cause.C)To gain financial support from the United Nations.D)To propose measures to hold back natural disasters.16.A) There is still a long way to go before man can control natural disasters.B)International cooperation can minimize the destructive force of natural disasters.C)Technology can help reduce the damage natural disasters may cause.D] Scientists can successfully predict earthquakes.17.A] There were fatal mistakes in its design.B] The builder didn”t observe the building codes of the time.C] The traffic load went beyond its capacity.D] It was built according to less strict earthquake-resistance standards.Passage ThreeQuestions 18 to 20 are based on the passage you have just heard.18.A] By judging to what extent they can eliminate the risks.B] By estimating the possible loss of lives and property. C] By estimating the frequency of volcanic eruptions.D] By judging the possible risks against the likely benefits.19.A] One of Etna”s recent eruptions made many people move away.B]Etna”s frequent eruptions have ruined most of the local farmland.C]Etna”s eruptions are frequent but usually mild.D]There are signs that Etna will erupt again in the near future.20.A] They will remain where they are.B] They will leave this area for ever. C]They will turn to experts for advice.D] They will seek shelter in nearby regions.Part ll Reading Comprehension (35 minutes)Directions: There are 4 passages in this Part. Each passage is followed by some questions or Unfinished statements. For each of them there are four choices marked A), B), C) and D). You should decide on the best choice and mark the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the centre.Passage OneQuestions 21 to 25 are based on the following passage.When global warming finally came, it stuck with a vengeance (异乎寻常地). In some regions, temperatures rose several degrees in less than a century Sea levels shot up nearly 400 feet, flooding coastal settlements and forcing people to migrate inland. Deserts spread throughout the world as vegetation shifted drastically in North America, Europe and Asia. After driving many of the animals around them to near extinction, people were forced to abandon their old way of life for a radically new survival strategy that resulted in widespread starvation and disease. The adaptation was farming: the global-warming crisis that gave rise to it happened more than l0,000 years ago.As environmentalists convene in rio de Janeiro this week to ponder the global climate of the future, earth scientists are in the midst of a revolution in understanding how climate has changed in the past -- and how those changes have transformed human existence. Researchers have begun to piece together an illuminating picture of the powerful geo1ogical and astronomical forces that have combined to change the planet”s environment from hot to cold, wet to dry and back again over a time Period stretching back hundreds of millions of years.Most important, scientists are beginning to realize that the climatic changes have had a major impact on the evolution of the human species. New research now suggests that climate shifts have played a key role in nearly every significant turning point in human evolution: from the dawn of Primates 灵(长类动物) some 65 million years ago to human ancestors rising up to walk on two legs, from the huge expansion of the human brain to the rise of agriculture. Indeed, the human history has not been merely touched by global climate change, some scientists argue, it has in some instances been driven by it.The new research has profound implications for theenvironmental summit in Rio. Among other things, the findings demonstrate that dramatic climate change is nothing new for planet Earth. The benign (宜人的) global environment that has existed over the past l0,00O years - during which agriculture, writing, cities and most other features of civilization appeared -- is a mere bright spot in a much large pattern of widely varying climate over the ages. In fact the pattern of climate change in the past reveals that Earth” s climate will almost certainly go through dramatic changes in the future -- even without the influence of human activity 2l. Farming emerged as a survival strategy because man had been obliged --A)to give up his former way of lifeB)to leave the coastal areas.C)to follow the ever-shifting vegetationD)to abandon his original settlement.22.Earth scientists have come to understand that climate --A)is going trough a fundamental changeB)has been getting warmer for l0, 000 yearsC)will eventually change from hot to cold.D)has gone through Periodical changes23.Scientists believe that human evolution -A)has seldom been accompanied by climatic changesB)has exerted little influence on climatic changesC)has large1y been effected by climatic changesD)has had a major impact on climatic changes24.Evidence of past climatic changes indicates that .A)human activities have accelerated changes of Earth ” s environmentB)Earth ”s environment will remain mild despite human interferenceC)Earth”s climate is bound to change significantly in the futureD)Earth”s climate is unlikely to undergo substantial changes in the future25.The message the author wishes to convey in the passage is that .A)human civilization remains glorious though it is affected by climatic changesB)mankind is virtually helpless in the face of the dramatic changes of climateC)man has to limit his activities to slow down the global warming processD)human civilization will continue to develop in spite of the changes of nature。

2021年12月英语六级真题答案(第一套)

2021年12月英语六级真题答案（第一套）含完整听力原文题目答案Part I Writing (30 minutes)Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write an essay related to the short passage given below. In your essay, you are to comment on the phenomenon described in the passage and suggest measures to address the issue. You should write at least 150 words but no more than 200 words.Some parents in China are overprotective of their children. They plan everything for their children, make all the decisions for them, and do not allow them to explore on their own in case they make mistakes or get hurt.Part II Listening Comprehension (30 minutes)Section ADirections: 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 musts 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.Conversation 1 主题：校园生活对话W: Hi, David. I haven't seen you in class for almost 2 weeks. We thought you had disappeared on holiday earlier or something[1].M: Hi, Sarah, it's a bit of a long story I'm afraid. I got a throat infection last week and had to go to the hospital to get some antibiotics as I really wasn't getting any better.W: Oh, yeah, there have been so many viruses going around this winter. The weather's been so awful for the last few weeks.M: And on the way back from the hospital, I slipped on some ice and fell, and then had to go to the hospital to get an X-Ray because I basically thought I broke my wrist, although, thankfully, it's not broken[2]. But I need to be careful with it for the next few weeks.W: Oh, that’s too bad. How unfortunate!M: To make things worse, I managed to fall right in front of four girls from the 9th Grade. It was utterly humiliated. Plus, the laptop in my bag was broken, too.W: Now, what a complete catastrophe! Is the laptop still under warranty? If it is, then you can easily send it back to the manufacturer, and they'll send you a brand new one for Free[3].Surely.M: The warranty ran out 3 days before I broke it. And all my essays are in there, and I need to hand them in before we break for the Christmas holidays.W: Listen, I have the number of a really good, affordable computer repair shop at home. My dad has used this guy before and he can work miracles. Let's go back to my house and we can call the repair shop. You can have some tea and cookies, too[4].M: Wow, thanks, Sarah. That would be great. Let me just call my mom and let her know. I'll behome a little bit later.Questions 1 to 4 are based on the conversation you have just heard.1.What did Sarah think David was doing for the last 2 weeks?A. He was enjoying his holiday.B. He was recovering in hospital.C. He was busy writing his essays.D. He was fighting a throat infection.2.What happened to David on his way back from the hospital?A. He broke his wrist.B. He lost his antibiotics.C. He slipped on ice and fell.D. He was laughed at by some girls.3.What does Sarah say they should do with the damaged computer?A. Turn to her father for help.B. Call the repair shop to fix it.C. Ask the manufacturer for repair.D. Replace it with a brand-new one.4.What does Sarah say she is going to do?A. Help David retrieves his essays.B. Introduce David to her parents.C. Offer David some refreshmentsD. Accompany David to his home.Conversation 2 主题：作家的新书座谈M: Welcome to this week's episode of book talk. With me today is Heidi Brown, a historian who has written five critically acclaimed books about military history[5].W: Thanks for having me, John. I'm so excited to talk about my latest book which was published last month.M: So, this book is a novel, your first attempt at that genre. I thought it was a bit of a departure for you.W: I'd say it's a major departure as it's not just a work of fiction[6]. It's set 200 years in the future.M: Right. So how did that happen? You spent three decades writing about the past and focusing on the 18th and 19th centuries[7]. And now you're speculating about the future.W: After years of researching soldiers and chronicling their lives during battle, I just started wondering about other facets of their lives, especially their personal lives[7].M: I can see that. Your novel is about soldiers, but it focuses on their relationships, especially the bonds between sons and mothers and men and their wives.W: Yes. That focus came about when I still intended to write another book of history. I started by researching soldiers, actual personal lives, studying their letters home[7].M: So how did that history book become a novel?W: Well, I realized that the historical record was incomplete, so I'd either have to leave a lot of gaps or make a lot more assumptions than a historian should.M: But why write a novel set in the future when your credentials are perfect for a historical novel? As a historian, any historical novel you write would have a lot of credibility.W: I felt too constrained working with the past, like what I wrote needed to be fact as opposed to fiction[8], but writing about the future gave me more freedom to imagine, to invent.M: Having read your book, I'm glad you made that choice to move into fiction.Question 5-8 are based on the conversation you have just heard.5. What did the man say about the woman?A. She is a critic of works on military affairs.B. She is an acclaimed hostess of Book Talk.C. She is a researcher of literary genres.D. She is a historian of military history.6. What does the woman say about her newly published book?A. It is about the military history of Europe.B. It is set in the 18th and 19th centuries.C. It is her fifth book of military history.D. It is a war novel set in the future.7. What did the woman do before writing her new book?A. She visited soldiers’ wives and mothers.B. She conducted surveys of many soldiers.C. she met a large number of soldiers in person.D. She looked into the personal lives of soldiers.8. What does the woman say about her writing history books?A. She doesn’t have much freedom for imagination.B. It is not easy to make her readers believe in her.C. It is difficult to attract young readers.D. She has to combine fact with fiction.Section BDirections: In this section, you will hear two 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. Passage one 主题：可口可乐包装设计Whether it's in the hands of animated polar bears, or Santa Claus, there's one thing you'll find in nearly all ads for Coca Cola - the characteristic glass bottle[9].Most Americans don't drink soda out of the glass bottles seen in cokes ads anymore.But this week, the company is Celebrating a century of the bottle that's been sold in more than 200 countries. Flashback to 1915, when a bottle of Coca Cola cost just a nickel. As the soft drink gained in popularity, it faced a growing number of competitors, counterfeits even trying tocopy cokes logo[10].So according to Coca Cola historian Ted Ryan, the company decided to come up with packaging that couldn't be duplicated.A product request was sent to eight different glassmakers. Workers at the Root Glass company got the request and began flipping through the encyclopedia at the local library, landing on cocoa seed[11]. Though cocoa seed is not an ingredient of the soda, they designed their bottle based on the seeds shape and large middle.It won over coke executives in Atlanta and will go on to receive its own trademark, spur collections and earn Coca-Cola an iconic image that made it part of American culture for a century. It was 100 years ago this week that the bottle earned a patent. By World War Two, Coke bottle sales had ballooned into billions.Americans mostly consumed coke out of aluminum or plastic today, but the glass bottle remains a symbol of America is readily recognized around the world.Question 9 to 11are based on the recording you have just heard.9. What does the passage say appears in almost all ads for Coca Cola?A. Santa ClausB. Cocoa SeedsC. A polar bearD. A glass bottle10. Why did the Coca Cola Company decide to have special packaging designed?A. To attract customer attention.B. To keep up with the times.C. To combat counterfeits.D. To promote its sales.11. What do we learn about the Coca Cola bottle designed by the Root Glass company?A. It resembles a picture in the encyclopedia.B. It appears in the shape of a cocoa seed.C. It has the drink’s logo in the middle.D. It displays the image of Santa Claus.Passage 2 主题：陌生人之间的交流使人愉悦Research shows that a few moments of conversation with a stranger creates a measurable improvement in mood [12].But most of us are reluctant to start these conversations because we presume the opposite. In an experiment, commuters who talk to nearby strangers found their commute more enjoyable than those who didn't. They were asked to predict whether they'd enjoy the commute more if they conversed with other people. Intriguingly, most expected the more solitary experience to be more pleasurable.Why is this? Social Anxiety appears to be the problem[13]. People's reluctance to start conversations with nearby strangers comes partly from under estimating others interest in connecting.The sad thing is that people presume that a nearby stranger doesn't want to converse and don't start a conversation. Only those who forced themselves to chat because it was acquired by an experiment found out what a pleasant experience it could be. Human beings are social animals. Those who misunderstand the impact of social interactions may not, in some context, be social enough for their own well-being. You should be chatting with the strangers you encounter.You may occasionally have a negative encounter that might stick in your memory. This isbecause the human brain is biased to dwell on negative events, but starting conversations with strangers is still well worth the risk of rejection[14].It may surprise you that conversing with strangers will make them happier, too. The pleasure of connection seems contagious. People who are talked to has equally positive experiences as those who initiate a conversation [15].Questions 12 to 15 are based on the recording you have just heard.12. What does research show about a conversation between strangers?A. It often occurs among commuters.B. It promotes mutual understanding.C. It improves their mood considerably.D. It takes a great deal of effort to sustain.13. What prevents people from starting a conversation with strangers?A. Social anxiety.B. Excessive caution.C. Lack of social skills.D. Preference for solitude.14. Why does a negative encounter with strangers stick in one's memory?A. People usually regard it as an unforgettable lesson.B. Human brains tend to dwell on negative events.C. Negative events often hurt people deeply.D. People generally resent being rejected.15. What does the passage say; the pleasure of connection seems to be?A. Contagious.B. Temporary.C. Unpredictable.D. Measurable.Section CDirections: In this section, you will hear three recordings of lectures or talks followed by three or four questions. The recordings will be played 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.Recording1 主题：加勒比群岛的经济生态The Caribbean islands are divided into two worlds, a rich one, and a poor one. This tropical region's economy is based mainly on farming[16]. Farmers are of 2 types. One is the plantation owner who may have hundreds of thousands of acres. In contrast, the small cultivator is working only a few acres of land. Most visitors to the Caribbean are rich, like the plantation owner. They do not realize or do not want to realize that many foreign families barely managed to get by on what they grow. The Caribbean produces many things, sugar is the main product[17].Other export crops are tobacco, coffee, bananas, spices, and citrus fruits, such as orange, lemon, or grapefruit. From the West Indies also come oil, mineral pitch, and many forest products, Jamaica’s aluminum or supplies are the world's largest. Oil comes from Trinidad, Aruba, and Korako. But for many of the smaller islands, sugar is the only export.Rum, a strong alcoholic drink, which is distilled from sugar cane, is also an export..The world's best rum comes from this area. Local kinds vary from the light rums of Puerto Rico to theheavier Dhaka rums of Barbados and Jamaica. American tourists enjoy stalking up on inexpensive, high quality,Caribbean rum while they are on vacation. In Korako, the well-known liquor of that name is made from the thick outer skin of a native orange. Ever since America's colonial days. The Caribbean islands have been favorite places to visit. Since World War Two, tourism has increased rapidly, because great numbers of people go there. The islanders have built elaborate resorts, developed harbors and airfields, improved beaches and have expanded sea and air routes. Everything is at the resort, hotel, beach, shopping and recreation.The vacationer never has any reason to explore the island. As in most places those who have money live well indeed, those who don't have money live at various levels of poverty. But here the poor greatly outnumber the wealthy[18].A visitor will find rich people living in apartments or Spanish houses at the seaside or in the countryside. Their surface might include a cook, a maid and a nurse for the children. Q18: Most of the people live well below the poverty level. In towns, they live crowded together in tiny houses. Islanders make the best they can of what they have. Their homes are quite shabby. Sadly, most tourists never see the side of the Caribbean.Questions 16 to 18 are based on the recording you have just heard.16. What does the speaker say about the economy of the Caribbean islands?A. It depends heavily on tourism.B. It is flourishing in foreign trade.C. It is mainly based on agriculture.D. It relies chiefly on mineral export.17. What is the main product of the Caribbean islands?A. Tobacco.B. Bananas.C. Coffee.D. Sugar.18. What do we learn about the majority of people in the Caribbean islands?A. They toil on farms.B. They live a poor life.C. They live in Spanish-style houses.D. They hire people to do housework.Recording2 孩童教育Talk to anyone who is a generation of too older, and they would most likely comment that children are more spoiled these days. No one wants to have or be around, demanding, selfish and spoiled children, those who get bad tempered or silently brewed when they're not given everything they want immediately[19].Paradoxically, the parents of such children encouraged this demanding behavior in the mistaken belief that by giving their children everything they can, their children will be happy. In the short term, perhaps they are right. But in the longer term, such children end up lonely, dependent, chronically dissatisfied and resentful of the parents, who tried so hard to please them.Undoubtedly, parents want to raise happy children who are confident, capable, and likable rather than spoiled and miserable. One factor hindering this is that parents can't or don't spendenough quality time with their kids and substitute this deficit with toys, games, gadgets, and the like[20].Rather than getting material things, children need parents devote their attention. The quantity of time spent together is less important than the content of that time. Instead of instantly satisfying their wishes, parents should help them work out a plan to earn things they'd like to have. This teaches them to value the effort as well as what it achieves.Allow them to enjoy anticipation. Numerous psychological studies have demonstrated that children who learn to wait for things they desire are more likely to succeed in a number of ways later in life. One famous experiment in the 1960s involved 3 to 6-year-old children. They were given a choice between receiving a small reward such as a cookie immediately. Or if they waited 15 minutes, they could have two. Follow up studies have found that those who chose to delay satisfaction and now more academically successful have greater self worth and even tend to be healthier.If they fail, children should be encouraged to keep trying rather than to give up if they really want the desired result[21]This teaches them how to handle and recover from disappointment, which is associated with greater success and satisfaction, academically, financially and in personal relationships.And lastly, parents should encourage their children to look at life from other points of view, as well as their own. This teaches them to be understanding of and sympathetic towards others, qualities sure to take them a long way in life.Questions 19 to 20 are based on the recording you have just heard.19. What will happen to children if they always get immediate satisfaction?A. They will be more demanding of their next generation.B. They will end up lonely, dependent and dissatisfied.C. They will experience more setbacks than successes.D. They will find it difficult to get along with others.20. What may prevent parents from raising confident and capable children?A. Failure to pay due attention to their behavior.B. Unwillingness to allow them to play with toys.C. Unwillingness to satisfy their wishes immediately.D. Failure to spend sufficient quality time with them.21. Why should children be encouraged to keep trying when they fail?A. It will enable them to learn from mistakes.B. It will help them to handle disappointment.C. It will do much good to their mental health.D. It will build their ability to endure hardships.Recording3 面试技巧It's not hard to mess up an interview. Most people feel nervous sitting across from a hiring manager, answering questions that effectively opened themselves up for judgment, and your chances are being more carefully considered for the job, can quickly go downhill, just by sayingthe wrong thing at the wrong time[22]. The most obvious thing not to do is complain[23]. Employers want to hire positive people, talking about a previous job negatively raises concerns that you might be difficult to manage, or you might be someone that blames management for your own poor performance.Don't say that you've moved around in jobs because you haven't found the right fit or feel that you were not challenged enough[24]. Statements like these will make you sound aimless and lost. An interviewer may well think, why would this role be any different for you? You will probably leave here in 6 months. It also begs the question of what type of relationship you had with your manager. It doesn't sound like you had open communication with him or her. Managers usually love people who can self-sustain and enable growth through taking initiative, who are strong at following through their work, and who bring ideas and solutions to the table.If you were in a management or leadership position, when discussing your current role, never take all the credit for accomplishments or achievements, emphasize your team and how through their talents, your vision was realized. Most successful leaders know that they are only as good as their team, and acknowledging this in an interview will go a long way towards suggesting that you might be the right person for the position you are applying for.Lastly, have a good idea of what your role will be, and try and convey the idea that you're flexible. Asking what your role will be, suggest you will limit yourself purely to what is expected of you.In reality, your role is whatever you make of it[25]. This is especially true in small companies, where the ability to adapt and take on new responsibilities is highly valued. And this is equally important if you are just starting out. Entry level interviewees would do well to demonstrate a broad set of skills in most interviews. Q25: It's important to have a wide skill set as many startups and small companies are moving really fast. Employers are looking for candidates that are intelligent and can quickly adapt and excel in a growing company.Questions 22 to 25 are based on the recording you have just heard.22. What does the speaker say can easily prevent an interviewee from getting a job?A. Failing to make sufficient preparations.B. Looking away from the hiring manager.C. Saying the wrong thing at the wrong time.D. Making a wrong judgment of the interview.23. What should the interviewee avoid doing in an interview?A. Complaining about their previous job.B. Inquiring about their salary to be paid.C. Exaggerating their academic background.D. Understanding their previous achievements.24. What kind of employees do companies like to recruit?A. Those who have both skill and experience.B. Those who get along well with colleagues.C. Those who take initiative in their work.D. Those who are loyal to their managers.25. What is especially important for those working in a small company?A. Ability to shoulder new responsibilities.B. Experience of performing multiple roles.C. Readiness to work to flexible schedules.D. Skills to communicate with colleagues.Part III Reading Comprehension (40 minutes)Section ADirections: 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 following the passage.Read the passage through carefully before making your choices. Each choice in thebank is identified by a letter: Please mark the corresponding letter for each item onAnswer Sheet 2 with a single line through the centre. You may not use any of thewords in the bank more than once.Questions 26 to 35 are based on the following passageIf you think life is wonderful and expect it to stay that way, then you may have a good chance of living to a ripe old age, at least that is what the findings of a new study suggest. That study found that participants who reported the highest levels of optimism were far more likely to live to age 85 or 26 . This was compared to those participants who reported the lowest levels of optimism. It is 27 that the findings held even after the researchers considered factors that could 28 the link, including whether participants had health conditions, such as heart disease or cancer, or whether they experienced depression. The results add to a growing body of evidence that certain psychological factors may predict a longer life 29 . For example, previous studies have found that more optimistic people have a lower risk of developing chronic diseases, and a lower risk of 30 death. However, the new study appears to be the first to 31 look at the relationship between optimism and longevity. The researchers 32 that the link found in the new study was not as strong when they factored in the effects of certain health behaviors, including exercise levels, sleep habits and diet. This suggests that these behaviors may, at least in part, explain the link. In other words, optimism may 33 good habits that bolster health. It is also important to note that the study found only a 34 , as researchers did not prove for certain that optimism leads to a longer life. However, if the findings are true, they suggest that optimism could serve as a psychological 35 that promotes health and a longer life."A. affectB. beyondC. concededD. correlationE. fosterF. henceforthG. loftyH. noteworthyI. plausiblyJ. prematureK. reconciled L. span M. specifically N. spiral O. trait Section 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 theparagraph from which the information is derived. You may choose a paragraphmore than once. Each paragraph is marked with a letter：Answer the questions bymarking the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 2.No one in fashion is surprised that Burberry burnt £28 million of stockA) Last week, Burberry’s annual report revealed that £28.6 million worth of stock was burnt lastyear. The news has left investors and consumers outraged but come as little surprise to those in the fashion industry.B) The practice of destroying unsold stock, and even rolls of unused fabric, is commonplace forluxury labels. Becoming too widely available at a cheaper price through discount stores discourages full-price sales. Sending products for recycling leaves them vulnerable to being stolen and sold on the black market. Jasmine Bina, CEO of brand strategy agency Concept Bureau explains, “Typically, luxury brands rally around exclusivity to protect their business interests, namely intellectual property and preservation of brand equity（资产）.” She stated she had heard rumors of stock burning but not specific cases until this week.C) Another reason for the commonplace practice is a financial incentive for brands exportinggoods to America. United States Customs states that if imported merchandise is unused and destroyed under their supervision, 99% of the duties, taxes or fees paid on the merchandise may be recovered. It is incredibly difficult to calculate how much dead stock currently goes to waste. While there are incentives to do it, there’s no legal obligation to report it.D) A source, who chose to remain anonymous, shared her experience working in a Burberrystore in New York in October 2016. “My job was to toss items in boxes so they could be sent to be burned. It was killing me inside because all that leather and fur went to waste and animals had died for nothing. I couldn’t stay there any longer, their business practices threw me off the roof.” In May this year, Burberry announced it was taking fur out of its catwalk shows and reviewing its use elsewhere in the business. “Even though we asked the management, they refused to give us detailed answers as to why they would do this with their collection,” continued the source, which left her role within two weeks. She has since worked with another high-profile, luxury label.E) In an online forum post, which asked if it’s true that Louis Vuitton burned its bags, AhmedBouchfaa, who claimed to work for Louis Vuitton, responded that the brand holds sales of old stock for staff members twice a year. Items which have still not sold after several sales are destroyed. “Louis Vuitton doesn’t have public sales. They either sell a product at a given price or discontinue it. This is to make sure that everybody pays the same price for an item,” he says. He goes on to disclose the strict guidelines around the employee sales: “You may buy gifts for someone, but they track each item, and if your gift ends up online they know who to ask.” One investor commenting on the Burberry figures was reportedly outraged that the unsold goods were not even offered to investors before they were destroyed.F) Richemont, who owns several luxury brands, hit the headlines in May for taking back £437million of watches for destruction in the last two years to avoid marked-down prices. It’s not just luxury brands either. In October last year, a Danish TV show exposed H&M for burning12 tones of unsold clothing since 2013. In a statement, the high street retailer defended itselfby saying that the burnt clothing had failed safety tests:“The products to which the media are referring have been tested in external laboratories. The test results show that one of the。

2019年6月大学英语六级听力含答案(第1套)

2019年6月大学英语六级听力及答案Section ADirections: 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 I with a single line through the centre.Questions 1 to 4 are based on the conversation you have just heard.1. A) A six-month-long negotiation.B) Preparations for the party.C) A project with a troublesome client.D) Gift wrapping for the colleagues.2. A) Take wedding photos.B) Advertise her company.C) Start a small business.D) Throw a celebration party.3. A) Hesitant.B) Nervous.C) Flattered.D) Surprised.4. A) Start her own bakery.B) Improve her baking skill.C) Share her cooking experience.D) Prepare for the wedding.Questions 5 to 8 are based on the conversation you have just heard.5. A) They have to spend more time studying.B) They have to participate in club activities.C) They have to be more responsible for what they do.D) They have to choose a specific academic discipline.6. A) Get ready for a career.B) Make a lot of friends.C) Set a long-term goal.D) Behave like adults7. A) Those who share her academic interests.B) Those who respect her student commitments.C) Those who can help her when she is in need.D) Those who go to the same clubs as she does.8. A) Those helpful for tapping their potential.B) Those conducive to improving their social skills.C) Those helpful for cultivating individual interests.D) Those conducive to their academic studies.Section BDirections: In this section, you will hear two 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 9 to 11 are based on the passage you have just heard.9. A) They break away from traditional ways of thinking.B) They are prepared to work harder than anyone else.C) They are good at refining old formulas.D) They bring their potential into full play.10. A) They contributed to the popularity of skiing worldwide.B) They resulted in a brand-new style of skiing technique.C) They promoted the scientific use of skiing poles.D) They made explosive news in the sports world.11. A) He was recognized as a genius in the world of sports.B) He competed in all major skiing events in the world.C) He won three gold medals in one Winter Olympics.D) He broke three world skiing records in three years.Questions 12 to 15 are based on the passage you have just heard.12. A) They appear restless.B) They lose consciousness.C) They become upset.D) They die almost instantly.13. A) It has an instant effect on your body chemistry.B) It keeps returning to you every now and then.C) It leaves you with a long lasting impression.D) It contributes to the shaping of your mind.14. A) To succeed while feeling irritated.B) To feel happy without good health.C) To be free from frustration and failure.D) To enjoy good health while in dark moods15. A) They are closely connected.B) They function in a similar way.C) They are too complex to understand.D) They reinforce each other constantly.Section CDirections: In this section, you will hear three recordings of lectures or talks followed by three or four questions. The recordings will be played 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 recording you have just heard.16. A) They differ in their appreciation of music.B) They focus their attention on different things.C) They finger the piano keys in different ways.D) They choose different pieces of music to play.17. A) They manage to cooperate well with their teammates.B) They use effective tactics to defeat their competitors.C) They try hard to meet the spectators’ expectations.D) They attach great importance to high performance.18. A) It marks a breakthrough in behavioral science.B) It adopts a conventional approach to research.C) It supports a piece of conventional wisdom.D) It gives rise to controversy among experts.Questions 19 to 21 are based on the recording you have just heard.19. A) People’s envy of sli m models.B) People’s craze for good health.C) The increasing range of fancy products.D) The great variety of slimming products.20. A) They appear vigorous.B) They appear strange.C) They look charming.D) They look unhealthy.21. A) Culture and upbringing.B) Wealth and social status.C) Peer pressure.D) Media influence.Questions 22 to 25 are based on the recording you have just heard.22. A) The relation between hair and skin.B) The growing interest in skin studies.C) The color of human skin.D) The need of skin protection.23. A) The necessity to save energy.B) Adaptation to the hot environment.C) The need to breathe with ease.D) Dramatic climate changes on earth.24. A) Leaves and grass.B) Man-made shelter.C) Their skin coloring.D) Hair on their skin.25. A) Their genetic makeup began to change.B) Their communities began to grow steadily.C) Their children began to mix with each other.D) Their pace of evolution began to quicken.http链s://pan.baid接/s/1QbQpNzfDDT6c提_rg取vdLkXIQ43l码11. C2. A3. B4. A5. C6. D7. B8. D9. A10. B11. C12. D13. A14. D15. A16. B17. D18. C19. D20. B21. A22. A23. B24. C25. A。

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B) They want to protect their reputation.21. C) They seem intuitive.22. A) Older people's aversion to new music.23. D) They no longer listen to new music.24. A) The more you experience something, the better you'll appreciate it.25. D) Teenagers' emotions are more intense.写作（3套）第一套why … communication skillsThe past several years have witnessed a social phenomenon that an increasing number of students lack communication skills. According to a recent survey conducted by China Daily, a high proportion of 56.6 percent of students admitted that they had difficulty in talking with their parents or peers.It is generally believed that communication skills are of great importance. They enable us to express ourselves clearly and avoid any misunderstandings.Imagine an elite university graduate who is bad at interactions，and he will have difficulty in building harmonious cooperation and effective communication between colleagues and won’t be willing to learn from or ask them for guidance and support, which has a negative influence on his development in the long run. Therefore, by some means or other we must come to know how to improve communication skills . It is necessary for us students to set aside some time from academic studies to consciously cultivate speaking ability Only in this way, can we better prepare ourselves for the future.第二套The past several years have witnessed a social phenomenon that people want to lead a life without any challenges According to a recent survey conducted by China Daily, a high proportion of 56.6 percent of students admitted that they saw challenges as troubles.However, it is generally believed that challenges are of great importance to our growth. Without them, a person is unable to make progress and draw precious life lessons, especially in this modern society. A theory has it that the moment we see challenges as opportunities rather than difficulties, we will no longer have this crazy fear of encountering them along the journey. Therefore, in order to gain personal growth, we should lay great emphasis on challenges.In brief, taking into account all of these factors, we may reach the conclusion that challenges may cause frustration or even pain, but they also offer opportunities for growth.第三套3.InnovationWe hear the term “innovation” everywhere and are made to believe in its importance. For many of us, innovation means providing ideas out of the blue, leading to significant discoveries and achievements. Looking at the reasons why innovation is so important, you will have a better understanding of why you need to innovate every chance you get.First of all, innovation can promote the advancement of our society. With innovation, any progress can be possible. However, once indulged in tradition, the society will remain stagnant. Moreover, innovation can inject vigor into a company's growth. Once equipped with a sense of innovation, a company will be prosperous. On the contrary, it will fall behind if keeping on the rails. Last but not least, innovation is essential to the development of individuals. Those who often come up with new ideas usually turn out to be easy to achieve success, while a man who always sticks to experience can hardly create new things.Innovation has been a hot word for a long time. We cannot emphasize the importance of innovation too much. Therefore, we have to learn as much knowledge as possible to prepare ourselves for being innovative.阅读（3套）第一套（看选项内容核对答案，abcd顺序可能不一样）词汇理解文章开头：The idea of taxing things that are bad for society...26-30 AEJNG 31-35 MBLHO26. A) discouraging27. E) impaired28. J) instrumental29. N) pump30. G) incentives31. M) probably32. B) dividend33. L) predict34. H) inherently35. O) swelling长篇阅读文章开头：The Challenges for Artificial Intelligence in Agriculture36-40 DLENF 41-45 QHCKM36. Farmers will not profit from replanting once they have applied most of the fertilizer and other chemicals to their fields.37. Agriculture differs from the medical science of the human body in that its environment is nota contained one.38. The agronomist is sure that he will obtain a near accurate count of plant with his software.39.The application of artificial intelligence to agriculture is much more challenging than to most other industries.40. Even the farmers know the data provided by the UAV is not correct.41. The pressure for quick results leads to product failure, which, in turn, arouses doubts about the applicability of AI technology to agriculture.42. Remote sensors are aimed to help farmers improve decision-making to increase yields.43. The farmer expects the software to tell him whether he will have to replant any parts of his farm fields.44. Agriculture proves very difficult to quantify because of the constantly changing conditions involved.45. The same seed and fertilizer program may yield completely different outcomes in different places.36.定位句【D】At this growth stage of the plant's development, the farmer has another 10 days to conduct any replanting before the majority of his fertilizer and chemical applications need to occur.37. 定位句【L】By comparison, our bodies are a contained environment. Agriculture takes place in nature, among ecosystems of interacting organisms and activity, and crop production takes place within that ecosystem environment. But these ecosystems are not contained.38.定位句【E】the agronomist feels confident that the software will produce a near accurate result.39.定位句【N】the problem is that in most cases, no two environments will be exactly alike, which makes the testing, validation and successful rollout of such technologies much more laborious than in most other industries.40.定位句【F】he knows the instant he sees the data on his screen that the plant count is not correct,41.定位句【Q】This usually results in a failure of a product, which leads to skepticism from the market and delivers a blow to the integrity of Machine Learning technology.42.定位句【H】And the aim is that farmers can use this artificial intelligence to achieve their goal of a better harvest through making better decisions in the field.43.定位句【C】It's been 10 days since the com emerged and the farmer wants to determine if there are any parts of the field that require replanting due to a lack of emergence or wind damage, which can be severe in the early stages of the summer rainy season.44.定位句【K】Even within a single field, conditions are always changing from one section to the next. There's unpredictable weather, changes in soil quality, and the ever-present possibility that pests and diseases may pay a visit. Growers may feel their prospects are good for an upcoming harvest, but until that day arrives, the outcome will always be uncertain.45.定位句【M】What may occur with the same seed and fertilizer program in the United States' Midwest region is almost certainly unrelated to what may occur with the same seed and fertilizerprogram in Australia or South Africa.Passage One文章开头：What is the place of art in a culture of inattention?答案速查：46-50 BACBC试题、选项及定位：46. What does the scene at the Louvre demonstrate according to the author?B) The near impossibility of appreciating art in an age of mass tourism.47. Why did the late philosopher Richard Wollheim spend four hours before a picture?A) It takes time to appreciate a piece of art fully.48. What does the case of the Uffizi in Florence show?C) Good management is key to handling large crowds of visitors.49. What do we learn from Olafur Eliasson’s current Tate Modern show?B) It is possible to combine entertainment with appreciation of serious art.50. What can art do according to Marcel Proust?C) Help us to see the world from a different perspective.Passage Two文章开头：Every five years, the government tries to tell...答案速查：51-55 DADCB试题、选项及定位：51. Why are some researchers irritated at the USDA’s 2016-2020 Dietary Guidelines?D) It takes no notice of the potential impact on the environment.52. Why does the author say the USDA could have contributed a lot to lowering the climate cost through its dietary guidelines?A) It has the capacity and the financial resources to do so.53. What do we learn from the Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee’s scientific report?D) Farming consumes most of our natural resources.54. What may account for the neglect of sustainability in the USDA’s Dietary Guidelines according to the author?C) Its close ties with the agriculture companies.55. What should the USDA do to achieve food security according to David Wallinga?B) Endeavor to ensure the sustainable development of agriculture.第二套（看选项内容核对答案，abcd顺序可能不一样）词汇理解文章开头：virtually every activity that entails or facilitates in-person...答案速查：26-30 NIFJG 31-35 DBHME26. N) vacancy27. I) scale28. F) foreseeable29. J) strangle30. G) predictions31. D) disruptions32. B) credited33. H) preference34. M) survive35. E) federalSlow Hope36-45 E I C K C 41-45 G A F I BPassage OneVegetarians would prefer not to be compelled to eat meat.46-50 BCBDA46. B) People’s reluctance to be compelled to eat plant-based food.47. C) Make them even more undernourished.48. B) Many people simply do not have access to foods they prefer.49. D) It may worsen the nourishment problem in low-income countries.50. A) It accepts them at the expense of the long-term interests of its people.Passage Two文章开头：Back in 1964, in his book ...答案速查：CDADC51. C) They constantly dismiss others’ proposals while taking no responsibility for tackling the problem.52. D) A distinction should be drawn between responsibility and fault.53. A) Stop them from going further by agreeing with them.54. D) They are encouraged to start arguing back.55. C) Assuming responsibility to free oneself.第三套（看选项内容核对答案，abcd顺序可能不一样）词汇理解开头：social distancing is putting people....答案速查26-30 COENH 31-35 KADJB26. C driven27. O vulnerable28. E malignant29. N unique30. H random31. K temptations32. A amazing33. D engaged34. J spiritually35. B closer仔细阅读Passage OnePassage one文章开头：Why does social media...答案速查：46-50 CACADWhy lifelong learning is the international passport to success答案36-45 HEBKI CJNFM46. C) It may make us feel isolated and incompetent.47. A) They do not find all their online friends trustworthy.48. C) Paint a rosy picture of other people's lives.49. A) They should record the memorable moments in people's lives.50. D) Strengthen ties with real-life friends instead of caring about their online images. Passage Two文章开头：Imagine that an alien species landed on Earth...答案速查：51-55 ADBBC51. A) Ruining their culture.52. D) Different chimp groups differ in their way of communication.53. B) Chimp behavior becomes less varied with the increase of human activity.54. B) Make efforts to preserve each individual chimp community.55. C) Conserve animal species in a novel and all-round way.翻译（3套）第一篇：北京大兴国际机场北京大兴国际机场位于天安门广场以南46公里处，于2019年9月30日投入使用。

2018年12月大学英语六级真题试卷(第一套)及答案(含听力原文)

2018年12月大学英语六级考试真题（第1套）Part I Writing (30 minutes)Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write an essay on how to balance work and leisure. You should write at least 150 words but no more than 200 words.___________________________________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________________________Part II Listening Comprehension (30 minutes)Section ADirections: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.Questions1 to 4 are based on the conversation you have just heard.1. A) It can benefit professionals and non-professionals alike.B) It lists the various challenges physicists are confronting.C) It describes how some mysteries of physics were solved.D) It is one of the most fascinating physics books ever written.2. A) Physicists’ contribution to humanity.B) Stories about some female physicists.C) Historical evolution of modern physics.D) Women’s changing attitudes to physics.3. A) By exposing a lot of myths in physics.B) By describing her own life experiences.C) By including lots of fascinating knowledge.D) By telling anecdotes about famous professors.4. A) It avoids detailing abstract concepts of physics.B) It contains a lot of thought-provoking questions.C) It demonstrates how they can become physicists.D) It provides experiments they can do themselves.Questions 5 to 8 are based on the conversation you have just heard.5. A) He is too busy to finish his assignment in time.B) He does not know what kind of topic to write on.C) He does not understand the professor’s instructions.D) He has no idea how to proceed with his dissertation.6. A) It is too broad. B) It is a bit outdated.C) It is challenging. D) It is interesting.7. A) Biography. B) Nature. C) Philosophy. D) Beauty.8. A) Improve his cumulative grade. B) Develop his reading ability.C) Stick to the topic assigned. D) List the parameters first.Section BDirections: In this section, you will hear two 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 9 to 11 are based on the passage you have just heard.9. A) The unprecedented high temperature in Greenland.B) The collapse of ice on the northern tip of Greenland.C) The unusual cold spell in the Arctic area in October.D) The rapid change of Arctic temperature within a day.10. A) It has created a totally new climate pattern.B) It will pose a serious threat to many species.C) It typically appears about once every ten years.D) It has puzzled the climate scientists for decades.11. A) Extinction of Arctic wildlife.B) Iceless summers in the Arctic.C) Emigration of indigenous people.D) Better understanding of ecosystems.Questions 12 to 15 are based on the passage you have just heard.12. A) A good start.B) A detailed plan.C) A strong determination.D) A scientific approach.13. A) Most people get energized after a sufficient rest.B) Most people tend to have a finite source of energy.C) It is vital to take breaks between demanding mental tasks.D) It is most important to have confidence in one’s willpower.14. A) They could keep on working longer.B) They could do more challenging tasks.C) They found it easier to focus on work at hand.D) They held more positive attitudes toward life.15. A) They are part of their nature.B) They are subject to change.C) They are related to culture.D) They are beyond control.Section CDirections: In this section, you will hear three recordings of lectures or talks followed by three or four questions. The recordings will be played 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 recording you have just heard.16. A) About half of current jobs might be automated.B) The jobs of doctors and lawyers would be threatened.C) The job market is becoming somewhat unpredictable.D) Machine learning would prove disruptive by 2013.17. A) They are widely applicable for massive open online courses.B) They are now being used by numerous high school teachers.C) They could read as many as 10,000 essays in a single minute.D) They could grade high-school essays just like human teachers.18. A) It needs instructions throughout the process.B) It does poorly on frequent, high-volume tasks.C) It has to rely on huge amounts of previous data.D) It is slow when it comes to tracking novel things.Questions 19 to 21 are based on the recording you have just heard.19. A) The engineering problems with solar power.B) The generation of steam with the latest technology.C) The importance of exploring new energy sources.D) The theoretical aspects of sustainable energy.20. A) Drive trains with solar energy.B) Upgrade the city’s train facilities.C) Build a new ten-kilometre railway line.D) Cut down the city’s energy consumption.21. A) Build a thank for keeping calcium oxide.B) Find a new material for storing energy.C) Recover super-heated steam.D) Collect carbon dioxide gas.Questions 22 to 25 are based on the recording you have just heard.22. A) The lack of supervision by both the national and local governments.B) The impact of the current economic crisis at home and abroad.C) The poor management of day centres and home help services.D) The poor relation between national health and social care services.23. A) It was mainly provided by voluntary services.B) It mainly caters to the needs of the privileged.C) It called for a sufficient number of volunteers.D) It has deteriorated over the past sixty years.24. A) Their longer lifespans.B) Fewer home helpers available.C) Their preference for private services.D) More of them suffering serious illnesses.25. A) They are unable to pay for health services.B) They have long been discriminated against.C) They are vulnerable to illnesses and diseases.D) They have contributed a great deal to society.Part III Reading Comprehension (40 minutes) Section ADirections: 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 following 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 2 with a single line through the centre. You may not use any of the words in the bank more than once.Questions 26 to 35 are based on the following passage.Just off the coast of Southern California sits Santa Cruz Island, where a magical creature called the island fox 26 .A decade ago, this island’s ecosystem was in 27 . Wild pigs attracted golden eagles from the mainland, and those flying 28 crashed the fox population. So the Nature Conservancy launched a 29 war against the pigs, complete with helicopters and sharp shooters.And it worked. Today, federal agencies are pulling the island fox from the Endangered Species List. It’s the fastest-ever recovery of a mammal, joining peers like the Louisiana black bear as glowing successes in the history of the Endangered Species Act.But the recovery of Santa Cruz Island isn’t just about the fox. The Nature Conservancy has 30 war on a multitudeof invasive species here, from sheep to plants to the 31 Argentine ant. “Our philosophy with the island has always been, ‘OK, 32 the threats and let the island go back to what it was,’” says ecologist Christina Boser. And it appears to be working. Native plants are coming back, and the fox once again bounds about carefree.But keeping those foxes from harm will occupy Boser and her colleagues for years to come. You see, humans are still allowed on Santa Cruz Island, and they bring dogs. So Boser has to vaccinate her foxes against various diseases. “We’re obligated to keep a pulse on the population for at least five years after the foxes are delisted,” says Boser. That includes tagging the foxes and 33 their numbers to ensure nothing goes wrong.This is the story of the little fox that has come back, and the people who have 34 their lives to protecting it. This is the story of wildlife conservation in the age of mass 35 .Section 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.Do Parents Invade Children’s Privacy When They Post Photos Online?[A] When Katlyn Burbidge’s son was 6 years old, he was performing some ridiculous song and dance typical of afirst-grader. But after she snapped a photo and started using her phone, he asked her a serious question:“Are you going to post that online?” She laughed and answered, “Yes, I think I will.” What he said next stopped her. “Can you not?”[B] That’s when it dawned on her: She had been posting photos of him online without asking his permission. “We’re big advocates of bodily autonomy and not forcing him to hug or kiss people unless he wants to, but it never occurred to me that I should ask his permission to post photos of him online,” says Burbidge, a mom of two in Wakefield, Massachusetts. “Now when I post a photo of him online, I show him the photo and get his okay.”[C] When her 8-month-old is 3 or 4 years old, she plans to start asking him in an age-appropriate way, “Do you want other people to see this?” That’s precisely the approach that two researchers advocated before a room of pediatricians (儿科医生) last week at the American Academy of Pediatrics meeting, when they discussed the 21st century challenge of “sharenting,” a new term for parents’ online sharing about their children. “As advocates of children’s rights, we believe that children should have a voice about what information is shared about them if possible,” says Stacey Steinberg, a legal skills professor at the University of Florida Levin College of Law in Gainesville.[D] Whether it’s ensuring that your child isn’t bullied over something you post, that their identity isn’t digitally “kidnapped”, or that their photos don’t end up on a half dozen child pornography (色情) sites, as one Australian mom discovered, parents and pediatricians are increasingly aware of the importance of protecting children’s digital presence. Steinberg and Bahareh Keith, an assistant professor of pediatrics at the University of Florida College of Medicine, say most children will likely never experience problems related to what their parents share, but a tension still exists between parents’ rights to share their experiences and their children’s rights to privacy.[E] “We’re in no way trying to silence parents’ voices,” Steinberg says. “At the same time, we recognize that children might have an interest in entering adulthood free to create their own digital footprint.” They cited a study presented earlier this year of 249 pairs of parents and their children in which twice as many children as parents wanted rules on what parents could share. “The parents said, ‘We don’t need rules—we’re fine,’ and the children said, ‘Our parents need rules,’” Keithsays. “The children wanted autonomy about this issue and were worried about their parents sharing information about them.”[F] Although the American Academy of Pediatrics offers guidelines recommending that parents model appropriate social media use for their children, it does not explicitly discuss oversharing by parents. “I think this is a very legitimate concern, and I appreciate their drawing our attention to it,” David Hill, a father of five, says. He sees a role for pediatricians to talk with parents about this, but believes the messaging must extend far beyond pediatricians’ offices. “I look forward to seeing researchers expand our understanding of the issue so we can translate it into effective education and policy,” he says.[G] There’s been little research on the topic, Steinberg wrote in a law article about this issue. While states could pass laws related to sharing information about children online, Steinberg feels parents themselves are generally best suited to make these decisions for their families. “While we didn’t want to create any unnecessary panic, we did find some concerns that were troublesome, and we thought that parents or at least physicians should be aware of those potential risks,” Steinberg says. They include photos repurposed for inappropriate or illegal means, identity theft, embarrassment, bullying by peers or digital kidnapping.[H] But that’s the negative side, with risks that must be balanced against the benefits of sharing. Steinberg pointed out that parental sharing on social media helps build communities, connect spread-out families, provide support and raise awareness around important social issues for which parents might be their children’s only voice.[I] A C.S. Mott survey found among the 56 percent of mothers and 34 percent of fathers who discussed parenting on social media, 72 percent of them said sharing made them feel less alone, and nearly as many said sharing helped them worry less and gave them advice from other parents. The most common topics they discussed included kids’ sleep, nutrition, discipline, behavior problems and day care and preschool.[J] “There’s this peer-to-peer nature of health care these days with a profound opportunity for parents to learn helpful tips, safety and prevention efforts, pro-vaccine messages and all kinds of other messages from other parents in their social communities,” says Wendy Sue Swanson, a pediatrician and executive director of digital health at Seattle Children’s Hospital, where she blogs about her own parenting journey to help other parents. “They’re getting nurtured by people they’ve already selected that they trust,” she says.[K] “How do we weigh the risks, how do we think about the benefits, and how do we alleviate the risks?” she says. “Those are the questions we need to ask ourselves, and everyone can have a different answer.”[L] Some parents find the best route for them is not to share at all. Bridget O’Hanlon and her husband, who live in Cleveland, decided before their daughter was born that they would not post her photos online. When a few family members did post pictures, O’Hanlon and her husband made their wishes clear. “It’s been hard not to share pictures of her because people always want to know how babies and toddlers (学走路的孩子) are doing and to see pictures, but we made the decision to have social media while she did not,” O’Hanlon said. Similarly, Alison Jamison of New York decided with her husband that their child had a right to their own online identity. They did use an invitation-only photo sharing platform so that friends and family, including those far away, could see the photos, but they stood firm, simply refusing to put their child’s photos on other social media platforms.[M] “For most families, it’s a journey. Sometimes it goes wrong, but most of the time it doesn’t,” says Swanson, who recommends starting to ask children permission to post narratives or photos around ages 6 to 8. “We’ll learn more and more what our tolerance is. We can ask our kids to help us learn as a society what’s okay and what’s not.”[N] Indeed, that learning process goes both ways. Bria Dunham, a mother in Somerville, Massachusetts, was so excited to watch a moment of brotherly bonding while her first-grader and baby took a bath together that she snapped a few photos. But when she considered posting them online, she took the perspective of her son: How would he feel if his classmates’ parents saw photos of him chest-up in the bathtub? “It made me think about how I’m teaching him to have ownership of his own body and how what is shared today endures into the future,” Dunham says. “So I kept the pictures to myself and accepted this as one more step in supporting his increasing autonomy.”36. Steinberg argued parental sharing online can be beneficial.37. According to an expert, when children reach school age, they can help their parents learn what can and cannot bedone.38. One mother refrained from posting her son’s photos online when she considered the matter from her son’sperspective.39. According to a study, more children than parents think there should be rules on parents’ sharing.40. Katlyn Burbidge had never realized she had to ask her son’s approval to put his photos online.41. A mother decided not to post her son’s photo online when he asked her not to.42. A woman pediatrician tries to help other parents by sharing her own parenting experience.43. There are people who decide simply not to share their children’s photos online.44. Parents and physicians should realize sharing information online about children may involve risks.45. Parents who share their parenting experiences may find themselves intruding into their children’s privacy.Section CDirections: T here are 2 passages in this section. Each passage is followed by some question 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 OneQuestions 46 to 50 are based on the following passage.Perhaps it is time for farmers to put their feet up now that robots are used to inspect crops, dig up weeds, and even have become shepherds, too. Commercial growing fields are astronomically huge and take thousands of man-hours to operate. One prime example is one of Australia’s most isolated cattle stations, Suplejack Downs in the Northern Territory, extending across 4,000 square kilometers, taking over 13 hours to reach by car from the nearest major town—Alice Springs.The extreme isolation of these massive farms leaves them often unattended, and monitored only once or twice a year, which means if the livestock falls ill or requires assistance, it can be a long time for farmers to discover.However, robots are coming to the rescue.Robots are currently under a two-year trial in Wales which will train “farmbots” to herd, monitor the health of livestock, and make sure there is enough pasture for them to graze on. The robots are equipped with many sensors to identify conditions of the environment, cattle and food, using thermal and vision sensors that detect changes in body temperature.“You’ve also got color, texture and shape sensors looking down at the ground to check pasture quality,” says Salah Sukkarieh of the University of Sydney, who will carry out trials on several farms in central New South Wales.During the trials, the robot algorithms (算法) and mechanics will be fine-tuned to make it better suited to ailing livestock and ensure it safely navigates around potential hazards including trees, mud, swamps, and hills.“We want to improve the quality of animal health and make it easier for farmers to maintain large landscapes where animals roam free,” says Sukkarieh.The robots are not limited to herding and monitoring livestock. They have been created to count individual fruit, inspect crops, and even pull weeds.Many robots are equipped with high-tech sensors and complex learning algorithms to avoid injuring humans as they work side by side. The robots also learn the most efficient and safest passages, and allow engineers and farmers to analyze and better optimize the attributes and tasks of the robot, as well as provide a live stream giving real-time feedback on exactly what is happening on the farms.Of course, some worry lies in replacing agricultural workers. However, it is farmers that are pushing for the advancements due to ever-increasing labor vacancies, making it difficult to maintain large-scale operations.The robots have provided major benefits to farmers in various ways, from hunting and pulling weeds to monitoring the condition of every single fruit. Future farms will likely experience a greater deal of autonomy as robots take up more and more farm work efficiently.46. What may farmers be able to do with robots appearing on the farming scene?A)Upgrade farm produceB) Enjoy more leisure hours.C) Modify the genes of crops.D) Cut down farming costs.47. What will “farmbots” be expected to do?A)Take up many of the farmers’ routines.B)Provide medical treatments for livestock.C)Lead the trend in farming the world over.D)Improve the quality of pastures for grazing.48. What can robots do when equipped with high-tech sensors and complex learning algorithms?A)Help farmers choose the most efficient and safest passages.B)Help farmers simplify their farming tasks and management.C)Allow farmers to learn instantly what is occurring on the farm.D)Allow farmers to give them real-time instructions on what to do.49. Why are farmers pressing for robotic farming?A)Farming costs are fast increasing.B)Robotics technology is maturing.C)Robotic farming is the trend.D)Labor short is worsening50. What does the author think future farms will be like?A)More and more automated.B)More and more productive.C)Larger and larger in scale.D)Better and better in condition.Passage TwoQuestions 51 to 55 are based on the following passageThe public must be able to understand the basics of science to make informed decisions. Perhaps the most dramatic example of the negative consequences of poor communication between scientists and the public is the issue of climate change, where a variety of factors, not the least of which is a breakdown in the transmission of fundamental climate data to the general public, has contributed to widespread mistrust and misunderstanding of scientists and their research.The issue of climate change also illustrates how the public acceptance and understanding of science (or the lack of it) can influence governmental decision-making with regard to regulation, science policy and research funding.However, the importance of effective communication with a general audience is not limited to hot issues like climate change. It is also critical for socially charged neuroscience issues such as the genetic basis for a particular behavior, the therapeutic potential of stem cell therapy for neurodegenerative diseases, or the use of animal models, areas where the public understanding of science can also influence policy and funding decisions. Furthermore, with continuing advances in individual genome (基因组) sequencing and the advent of personalized medicine, more non-scientists will need to be comfortable analyzing complex scientific information to make decisions that directly affect their quality of life.Science journalism is the main channel for the popularization of scientific information among the public. Much has been written about how the relationship between scientists and the media can shape the efficient transmission of scientific advances to the public. Good science journalists are specialists in making complex topics accessible to a general audience, while adhering to scientific accuracy.Unfortunately, pieces of science journalism can also oversimplify and generalize their subject material to the point that the basic information conveyed is obscured or at worst, obviously wrong. The impact of a basic discovery on human health can be exaggerated so that the public thinks a miraculous cure is a few months to years away when in reality the significance of the study is far more limited.Even though scientists play a part in transmitting information to journalists and ultimately the public, too often the blame for ineffective communication is placed on the side of the journalists. We believe that at least part of the problem lies in places other than the interaction between scientists and members of the media, and exists because for one thing we underestimate how difficult it is for scientists to communicate effectively with a diversity of audiences, and for another most scientists do not receive formal training in science communication.51. What does the example of climate change serve to show?A)The importance of climate data is increasingly recognized.B)Adequate government funding is vital to scientific research.C)Government regulation helps the public understand science.D)Common folks’ scientific knowledge can sway policy making.52. What should non-scientists do to ensure their quality of life?A)Seek personalized medical assistance from doctors.B)Acquire a basic understanding of medical science.C)Have their individual genome sequenced.D)Make informed use of animal models.53.Why is it important for scientists to build a good relationship with the media?A)It helps them to effectively popularize new scientific information.B)It enables the public to develop a positive attitude toward science.C)It helps them to establish a more positive public image.D)It enables them to apply their findings to public health.54.What does the author say is the problem with science journalism?A)It is keen on transmitting sensational information.B)It tends to oversimplify people’s health problems.C)It may give inaccurate or distorted information to the public.D)It may provide information open to different interpretations.55.What should scientists do to impart their latest findings to the public more effectively?A)Give training to science journalists.B)Stimulate public interest in science.C)Seek timely assistance from the media.D)Improve their communication skills.Part IV Translation (30 minutes)Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to translate a passage from Chinese into English. 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2023年英语六级第一套及答案解析

6月大学英语六级考试真题及答案解析（第一套完整版）Part I Writing (30 minutes)Directions: Suppose you are asked to give advice on whether to attend a vocational college or a university, write an essay to state your opinion.You are required to write at least 150 words but no more than 200 words.Part II Listening Comprehension (30 minutes)Section ADirections: 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 1 to 4 are based on the conversation you have just heard.1.A) He would feel insulted.B) He would feel very sad.C) He would be embarrassed.D) He would be disappointed.2.A) They are worthy of a prize.B) They are of little value.C) They make good reading.D) They need improvement.3.A) He seldom writes a book straight through.B) He writes several books simultaneously.C) He draws on his real-life experiences.D) He often turns to his wife for help.4.A) Writing a book is just like watching a football match.B) Writers actually work every bit as hard as footballers.C) He likes watching a football match after finishing a book.D) Unlike a football match, there is no end to writing a book. Questions 5 to 8 are based on the conversation you have just heard.5.A) Achievements of black male athletes in college.B) Financial assistance to black athletes in college.C) High college dropout rates among black athletes.D) Undergraduate enrollments of black athletes.6.A) They display great talent in every kind of game.B) They are better at sports than at academic work.C) They have difficulty finding money to complete their studies.7.A) About 15%.B) Around 40%.C) Slightly over 50%.D) Approximately 70%.8.A) Coaches lack the incentive to graduate them.B) College degrees do not count much to them.C) They have little interest in academic work.D) Schools do not deem it a serious problem.Section BDirections: In this section, you will hear two 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 9 to 12 are based on the passage you have just heard.9.A) Marketing strategies.B) Holiday shopping.C) Shopping malls.D) Online stores.10.A) About 50% of holiday shoppers.B) About 20-30% of holiday shoppers.C) About 136 million.11.A) They have fewer customers.B) They find it hard to survive.C) They are thriving once more.D) They appeal to elderly customers.12.A) Better quality of consumer goods.B) Higher employment and wages.C) Greater varieties of commodities.D) People having more leisure time.Questions 13 to 15 are based on the passage you have just heard.13.A) They are new species of big insects.B)They are overprescribed antibiotics.C)They are life-threatening diseases.D)They are antibiotic-resistant bacteria.14.A) Antibiotics are now in short supply.B)Many infections are no longer curable.C)Large amounts of tax money are wasted.D)Routine operations have become complex.15.A) Facilities.B)Expertise.C)Money.D)Publicity.Section CDirections: In this section, you will hear three recordings of lectures or talks followed by three or four questions.The recordings will be played only once.After you hear a question, you must choose the best answer from the four choices marked A), B), CJ 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 recording you have just heard.16.A) It is accessible only to the talented.B) It improves students’ ability to think.C) It starts a lifelong learning process.D) It gives birth to many eminent scholars.17.A) They encourage academic democracy.B) They promote globalization.C) They uphold the presidents’ authority.D) They protect students’ rights.18.A) His thirst for knowledge.B) His eagerness to find a job.C) His contempt for authority.D) His potential for leadership. Questions 19 to 22 are based on the recording you have just heard.19.A) Few people know how to retrieve information properly.B)People can enhance their memory with a few tricks.C)Most people have a rather poor long-term memory.D)People tend to underestimate their mental powers.20.A) They present the states in a surprisingly different order.B)They include more or less the same number of states.C)They are exactly the same as is shown in the atlas.D)They contain names of the most familiar states.21.A) Focusing on what is likely to be tested.B)Having a good sleep the night before.C)Reviewing your lessons where the exam is to take place.D)Making sensible decisions while choosing your answers.22.A) Discover when you can learn best.B) Change your time of study daily.B) Give yourself a double bonus afterwards.D) Follow the example of a marathon runner.Questions 23 to 25 are based on the recording you have just heard.23.A) He is a politician.B) He is a businessman.C)He is a sociologist.D) He is an economist.24.A) In slums.B) In Africa.C) In pre-industrial societies.D) In developing countries.25.A) They have no access to health care, let alone entertainment or recreation.B)Their income is less than 50% of the national average family income.C)They work extra hours to have their basic needs met.D)Their children cannot afford to go to private schools.Part III Reading Comprehension (40 minutes)Section ADirections: 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 following 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 2 with a single line through the centre.You may not use any of the words in the bank more than once.Let’s all stop judging people who talk to themselves.New research says that those who can’t seem to keep their inner monologues(独白) in are actually more likely to stay on task, remain __26__ better and show improved perception capabilities.Not bad, really, for some extra muttering.According to a series of experiments published in the Quarterly Journal of Experimental Psychology by professors Gary Lupyan and Daniel Swignley, the act of using verbal clues to __27__ mental pictures helps people function quicker.In one experiment, they showed pictures of various objects to twenty __28__ and asked them to find just one of those, a banana.Half were __29__ to repeat out loud what they were looking for and the other half kept their lips __30__.Those who talked to themselves found the banana slightly faster than those who didn’t, the researchers say.In other experiments, Lupyan and Swignley found that __31__ the name of a common product when on the hunt for it helped quicken someone’s pace, but talking about uncommon items showed no advantage and slowed you down.Common research has long held that talking themselves through a task helps children learn, although doing so when you’ve __32__ matured is not a great sign of __33__.The two professors hope to refute that idea, __34__ that just as when kids walk themselves through a process, adults can benefit from using language not just to communicate, but also to help “augment thinking”.Of course, you are still encouraged to keep the talking at library tones and, whatever you do, keep the information you share simple, like a grocery list.At any__35__, there’s still such a thing as too much information.Section 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.Rich Children and Poor Ones Are Raised Very Differently[A] The lives of children from rich and poor American families look more different than ever before.[B] Well-off families are ruled by calendars, with children enrolled in ballet, soccer and after-school programs, according to a new Pew Research Center survey.There are usually two parents, who spend a lot of time reading to children and worrying about their anxiety levels and hectic schedules.[C] In poor families, meanwhile, children tend to spend their time at home or with extended family.They are more likely to grow up in neighborhoods that their parents say aren’t great for raising children, and their parents worry about them getting shot, beaten up or in trouble with the law.[D] The class differences in child rearing are growing — a symptom of widening inequality with far-reaching consequences.Different upbringings set children on different paths and can deepen socioeconomic divisions, especially because education is strongly linked to earnings.Children grow up learning the skills to succeed in their socioeconomic stratum (阶层), but not necessarily others.[E] “Early childhood experiences can be very consequential for children’s long-term social, emotional and cognitive development,” said Sean Reardon, professor of poverty and inequality in education at Stanford University.“And because those influence educational success and later earnings, early childhood experiences cast a lifelong shadow.” The cycle continues: Poorer parents have less time and fewer resources to invest in their children, which can leave children less prepared for school and work, which leads to lower earnings.[F] American parents want similar things for their children, the Pew report and past research have found: for them to be healthy and happy, honest and ethical, caring and compassionate.There is no best parenting style or philosophy, researchers say, and across income groups, 92% of parents say they are doing a good job at raising their children.Yet they are doing it quite differently.Middle-class and higher- income parents see their children as projects in need of careful cultivation, says Annette Lareau, whose groundbreaking research on the topic was published in her book Unequal Childhoods: Class, Race and Family Life.They try to develop their skillsthrough close supervision and organized activities, and teach children to question authority figures and navigate elite institutions.[G] Working-class parents, meanwhile, believe their children will naturally thrive, and give them far greater independence and time for free play.They are taught to be compliant and respectful to adults.There are benefits to bothapproaches.Working-class children are happier, more independent, complain less and are closer with family members, reau found.Higher-income children are more likely to declare boredom and expect their parents to solve their problems.Yet later on, the more affluent children end up in college and on the way to the middle class, while working-class children tend to struggle.Children from higher-income families are likely to have the skills to navigate bureaucracies and succeed in schools and workplaces, reau said.[H] “Do all parents want the most success for their children? Absolutely,” she said.“Do some strategies give children more advantages than others in institutions? Probably they do.Will parents be damaging children if they have one fewer organized activity? No, I really doubt it.”[I] Social scientists say the differences arise in part because low-income parents have less money to spend on music class or preschool, and less flexible schedules to take children to museums or attend school events.Extracurricular activities reflect the differences in child rearing in the Pew survey, which was of a nationally representative sample of 1,807 parents.Of families earning more than $75,000 a year,84% say their children have participated in organized sports over the past year, 64% have done volunteer work and 62% have taken lessons in music, dance or art.Of families earning less than $30,000, 59% of children have done sports, 37% have volunteered and 41% have taken arts classes.[J] Especially in affluent families, children start young.Nearly half of high-earning, college-graduate parents enrolled their children in arts classes before they were 5, compared with one-fifth of low-income, less- educated parents.Nonetheless, 20% of well-off parents say their children’s schedules are too hectic, compared with 8% of poorer parents.[K] Another example is reading aloud, which studies have shown gives children bigger vocabularies and better reading comprehension in school.71% of parents with a college degree say they do it every day, compared with 33% of those with a high school diploma or less.White parents are more likely than others to read to their children daily, as are married parents.Most affluent parents enroll their children in preschool or day care, while low-income parents are more likely to depend on family members.Discipline techniques vary by education level: 8% of those with a postgraduate degree say they often beat their children, compared with 22% of those with a high school degree or less.[L] The survey also probed attitudes and anxieties.Interestingly, parents’attitudes toward education do not seem to reflect their own educational background as much as a belief in the importance of education for upward mobility.Most Americanparents say they are not concerned about their children’s grades as long as they work hard.But 50% of poor parents say it is extremely important to them that their children earn a college degree, compared with 39% of wealthier parents.[M] Less-educated parents, and poorer and black and Latino parents are more likely to believe that there is no such thing as too much involvement in a child’s education.Parents who are white, wealthy or college- educated say too much involvement can be bad.Parental anxieties reflect their circumstances.High- earning parents are much more likely to say they live in a good neighborhood for raising children.While bullying is parents’ greatest concern over all, nearly half of low-income parents worry their child will get shot, compared with one-fifth of high-income parents.They are more worried about their children being depressed or anxious.[N] In the Pew survey, middle-class families earning between $30,000 and $75,000 a year fell right between working-class and high-earning parents on issueslike the quality of their neighborhood for raising children, participation in extracurricular activities and involvement in their children’ s education.[O] Children were not always raised so differently.The achievement gap between children from high- and low-income families is 30-40% larger among children born in than those born 25 years earlier, according to Mr.Reardon’ s research.People used to live near people of different income levels; neighborhoods are now more segregatedby income.More than a quarter of children live in single-parent households — ahistoric high, according to Pew 一 and these children are three times as likely to livein poverty as those who live with married parents.Meanwhile, growing income inequality has coincided with the increasing importance of a college degree for earning a middle-class wage.[P] Yet there are recent signs that the gap could be starting to shrink.In the past decade, even as income inequality has grown, some of the socioeconomic differences in parenting, like reading to children and going to libraries, have narrowed.[Q] Public policies aimed at young children have helped, including public preschool programs and reading initiatives.Addressing differences in the earliest years, it seems, could reduce inequality in the next generation.36.Working-class parents teach their children to be obedient and show respect to adults.37.American parents, whether rich or poor, have similar expectations of their children despite different ways of parenting.38.While rich parents are more concerned with their children’s psychological well-being, poor parents are more worried about their children’s safety.39.The increasing differences in child rearing between rich and poor families reflect growing social inequality.40.Parenting approaches of working-class and affluent families both have advantages.41.Higher-income families and working-class families now tend to live in different neighborhoods.42.Physical punishment is used much less by well-educated parents.reau doesn’t believe participating in fewer after-class activities will negatively affect children’s development.44.Wealthy parents are concerned about their children’s mental health and busy schedules.45.Some socioeconomic differences in child rearing have shrunk in the past ten years.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 OneQuestions 46 to 50 are based on the following passage.Tennessee’s technical and community colleges will not outsource(外包) management of their facilities to a private company, a decision one leader said was bolstered by an analysis of spending at each campus.In an email sent Monday to college presidents in the Tennessee Board of Regents system, outgoing Chancellor John Morgan said an internal analysis showed that eachcampus’ spending on facilities management fell well below the industry standards identified by the state.Morgan said those findings — which included data from the system’s 13 community colleges, 27 technical colleges and six universities — were part of the decision not to move forward with Governor Bill Haslam’s proposal to privatize management of state buildings in an effort to save money.“While these numbers are still being validated by the state, we feel any adjustments they might suggest will be immaterial,” Morgan wrote to the presidents.“System institutions are operating very efficiently based on this analysis, raising the question of the value of pursuing a broad scale outsourcing initiative.”Worker’s advocates have criticized Haslam’s plan, saying it would mean some campus workers would lose their jobs or benefits.Haslam has said colleges would be free to opt in or out of the out souring plan, which has not been finalized.Morgan notified the Haslam administration of his decision to opt out in a letter sent last week.That letter, which includes several concerns Morgan has with the plan, was originally obtained by The Commercial Appeal in Memphis.In an email statement from the state’s Office of Customer Focused Government, which is examining the possibility of outsourcing, spokeswoman Michelle R.Martin said officials were still working to analyze the data from the Board of Regents.Data on management expenses at the college system and in other state departments will be part of a “business justification” the state will use as officials deliberate the specifics of an outsourcing plan.“The state’s facilities management project team is still in the process of developing its business justification and expects to have that completed and available to the public at the end of February,” Martin said.“At this time there is nothing to take action on since the analysis has yet to be completed.”Morgan’s comments on outsourcing mark the second time this month that he has come out against one of Haslam’s plans for higher education in Tennessee.Morgan said last week that he would retire at the end of January because of the governor’s proposal to split off six universities of the Board of Regents system and create separate governing boards for each of them.In his resignation letter, Morgan called the reorganization “unworkable”.46.What do we learn about the decision of technical and community colleges in Tennessee?A) It is backed by a campus spending analysis.B)It has been flatly rejected by the governor.C)It has neglected their faculty’s demands.D)It will improve their financial situation.47.What does the campus spending analysis reveal?A) Private companies play a big role in campus management.B)Facilities management by colleges is more cost-effective.C)Facilities management has greatly improved in recent years.D)Colleges exercise foil control over their own financial affairs.48.Workers’ supporters argue that Bill Haslam’s proposal would_________.A) deprive colleges of the right to manage their facilitiesB)make workers less motivated in performing dutiesC)render a number of campus workers joblessD)lead to the privatization of campus facilities49.What do we learn from the state spokeswoman’s response to John Morgan’s decision?A) The outsourcing plan is not yet finalized.B)The outsourcing plan will be implemented.C)The state officials are confident about the outsourcing plan.D)The college spending analysis justifies the outsourcing plan.50.Why did John Morgan decide to resign?A) He had lost confidence in the Tennessee state government.B)He disagreed with the governor on higher education policies.C)He thought the state’s outsourcing proposal was simply unworkable.D)He opposed the governor’s plan to reconstruct the college board system.Passage TwoQuestions 51 to 55 are based on the following passage.Beginning in the late sixteenth century, it became fashionable for young aristocrats to visit Paris, Venice, Florence, and above all, Rome, as the culmination(终极) of their classical education.Thus was born the idea of the Grand Tour, a practice which introduced Englishmen, Germans, Scandinavians, and also Americans to the art and culture of France and Italy for the next 300 years.Travel was arduous and costly throughout the period, possible only for a privileged class—the same that produced gentlemen scientists, authors, antique experts, and patrons of the arts.The Grand Tourist was typically a young man with a thorough grounding in Greek and Latin literature as well as some leisure time, some means, and some interest in art.The German traveler Johann Winckelmann pioneered the field of art history with his comprehensive study of Greek and Roman sculpture; he was portrayed by his friend Anton Raphael Mengs at the beginning of his long residence in Rome.Most Grand Tourists, however, stayed for briefer periods and set out with less scholarly intentions, accompanied by a teacher or guardian, and expected to return home with souvenirs of their travels as well as an understanding of art and architecture formed by exposure to great masterpieces.London was a frequent starting point for Grand Tourists, and Paris a compulsory destination; many traveled to the Netherlands, some to Switzerland and Germany, and a very few adventurers to Spain, Greece, or Turkey.The essential place to visit, however, was Italy.The British traveler Charles Thompson spoke for many Grand Tourists when in 1744 he described himself as “being impatiently desirous of viewing a country so famous in history, a country which once gave laws to the world, and which is at present the greatest school of music and painting, contains the noblestproductions of sculpture and architecture, and is filled with cabinets of rarities, and collections of all kinds of historical relics”.Within Italy, the great focus was Rome, whose ancient ruins and more recent achievements were shown to every Grand Tourist.Panini’s Ancient Rome and Modem Rome represent the sights most prized, including celebrated Greco-Roman statues and views of famous ruins, fountains, and churches.Since there were few museums anywhere in Europe before the close of the eighteenth century, Grand Tourists often saw paintings and sculptures by gaining admission to private collections, and many were eager to acquire examples of Greco-Roman and Italian art for their own collections.In England, where architecture was increasingly seen as an aristocratic pursuit, noblemen often applied what they learned from the villas of Palladio in the Veneto and the evocative (唤起回忆) ruins of Rome to their own country houses and gardens.51.What is said about the Grand Tour?A) It was fashionable among young people of the time.B)It was unaffordable for ordinary people.C)It produced some famous European artists.D)It made a compulsory part of college education.52.What did Grand Tourists have in common?A) They had much geographic knowledge.B)They were courageous and venturesome.C)They were versed in literature and interested in art.D)They had enough travel and outdoor-life experience.53.How did Grand Tourists benefit from their travel?A) They found inspiration in the world’s greatest masterpieces.B)They got a better understanding of early human civilization.C)They developed an interest in the origin of modem art forms.D)They gained some knowledge of classical art and architecture.54.Why did many Grand Tourists visit the private collections?A) They could buy unique souvenirs there to take back home.B)Europe hardly had any museums before the 19th century.C)They found the antiques there more valuable.D)Private collections were of greater variety.55.How did the Grand Tour influence the architecture in England?A) There appeared more and more Roman-style buildings.B)Many aristocrats began to move into Roman-style villas.C)Aristocrats, country houses all had Roman-style gardens.D)Italian architects were hired to design houses and gardens.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.唐朝始于623年, 最终923年, 是中国历史上最灿烂时期。

2020年12月英语六级听力真题及答案(第1套)-附音频

2020年12月英语六级听力真题及答案(第1套)-附音频听力音频 (1)听力原文 (1)参考答案 (7)答案解析 (10)听力音频2020年12月六级真题听力(第1套）.m听力原文Conversation 1M: Good morning, safe house insurance. My name is Paul. How can I help you today?W: Morning. I wouldn’t say that it’s good from where I am standing. This is Miss Wilson, and this is the third time I’ve called this week since receiving your letter about our insurance claim. (1)I’m getting a little fed up with my calls about my claim being completely disregarded.M: Miss Wilson, thank you for calling back. Can I take some details to help me look at your claim?W: It’s Miss May Wilson, a 15 south sea road in Cornwall.And the details are that our village was extensively flooded 2 months ago. (2)The entire ground floor of our cottage was submerged in water.And five of us have been living in a caravan ever since. You people are still withholding the money we are entitled to over a bizarre, technical detail. And it’s not acceptable, Paul.M: Miss Wilson, according to the notes on your account, (3)the bizarre, technical detail that you mentioned refers to the fact that you hadn’t paid house insurance the month before the incident.W: That money left our account and wow that you should be paying out. You are suddenly saying that you didn’t receive it on time. I’m really skeptical about th is claim.M: The contract does say that any miss payment in a year will affect the terms and conditions of the insurance contract and may affect claims. Of course, I can pass you on to my manager to talk to you more about this.W: I’ve already spoken to him and you can tell him I’m furious now. And that your company has a lawsuit on its hands.(4) You will be hearing from my lawyer, good bye.Questions 1 to 4 are based on the conversation you have just heard.Question 1: What is the woman complaining about?Question 2: What is the problem the woman’s family encountered?Question 3: What has caused the so called bizarre, technical detail according to the man?Question 4: What does the woman say she will do at the end of the conversation?Conversation 2W: (5) How do you feel about the future of artificial intelligence? Personally, I feel quite optimistic about it.M: (5) AI? I’m not so optimistic actually. In fact it's, something we should be concerned about.W: Well, it will help us humans understand ourselves better and when we have a better understanding of ourselves, we can improve the world.M: Well, one thing is for sure, technology is evolving faster than our ability to understand it, and in the future AI will make jobs kind of pointless.W: (6) I think artificial intelligence will actually help create new kinds of jobs, which would require less of our time and allow us to be centered on creative tasks.M: I doubt that very much. Probably the last job that will be writing AI software and then eventually AI will just write his own software.W: At that time, we are going to have a lot of jobs which nobody will want to do. So we won’t need artificial intelligence for the robots to take care of the old guys like us.M: I don't know. (7) There's a risk that human civilization could be replaced by a superior type of digital life. AI will be able to completely simulate a person in every way possible. In fact, some people think we're in a simulation right now.W: That's impossible. Humans can't even make a mosquito. Computers only have chips, people have brains, and that's where the wisdom comes from.M: (8) Once it's fully developed, AI will become tired of trying to communicate with humans as we would be much slower thinkers in comparison.W: I'm not so sure. A computer is a computer and a computer is just a toy.M: Computers can easily communicate incredibly fast, so the computer will just get impatient talking to humans. It'll be barely getting any information out.W: Well, I believe there's a benevolent future with AI. I also think you watch too many science fiction films.Questions 5 to 8 are based on the conversation you have just heard.Q5 What do we learn about the speakers from the conversation?Q6 What will new kinds of jobs be like according to the woman?Q7 What is the risk the man anticipates?Q8 What is the man's concern about AI technology?Passage OneTo achieve financial security. How much you save is always more important. Then the amount you earn or how shrewdly you invest.(9) If you're under 30 years old, your goal should be to save 20% of your monthly income after tax deductions. This is irrespective of how much you earn. Approximately 50% should be reserved for essentials, like food and accommodation. The remaining 30% is for recreation and entertainment. But for many young people, it'll be difficult to designate such a large proportion of their income for savings. (10) If you find it hard to save any money at all start by cutting all unnecessary spending, allocate a tiny amount of 1 or 2% for savings, and gradually increase that amount. (11)Always keep that 20% goal in mind, prevent yourself from becoming complacent. It can be challenging to stick to such a strict plan. But if you adopt the right mindset, you should be able to make it work for you. So what should you be doing with the money that you are saving? Some must be kept easily accessible. In case you need some cash in an emergency, the largest proportion should be invested in retirement plans, either for your employer, all privately, you can keep some money for high risk, but potentially lucrative investments. Dividends can be reinvested or used to purchase something you like. By following this plan, you should hopefully be able to enjoy your life now, and still be financially secure in the future.Questions, 9 to 11 are based on the passage you have just heard.Q 9. What are people under 30 advised to do to achieve financial security?Q10. What should people do if they find it difficult to follow the speaker's advice on their financial plan?Q 11. What does the speaker think is important for achieving financial security?Passage TwoI work in advertising and I like to keep up with current trends, mainly because I'm aware that we live in an image obsessed world.(12)However, when I first started my job, occasionally I’d catch a glimpse of myself in the lifts and find myself thinking that I looked a total mess. Was I being held back by my choice of clothing? The short answer is “Yes”, especially when clients are quick to judge you on your style rather than your work.(13) But no one can be unique with her outfit every day. I mean that's why uniforms were invented. So here's what I did. I created my own uniform. To do this, I chose an appropriate outfit. Then I bought multiple items of the same style in different shades.Now, I never worry about what I'm wearing in the morning. Even if I do get a bit tired of just wearing the same classic pieces. (14)Overall, when it comes to work, you have to ask yourself with looking smarter can enhance my ability to do my job.For some, this question may not be an issue at all, especially if you work remotely and rarely see your colleagues or clients face to face. But if your job involves interacting with other people, the answer to this is often “yes”. (15) So rather than fighting the system, I think we should just do whatever helps us to achieve our goals at work. If that means playing it safe with your image, then let's face it. It's probably worth it.Questions 12 to 15 are based on the passage you have just heard.Q 12. What do we learn about the speaker when she first started her job?Q 13. Why were uniforms invented according to the speaker?Q 14. What does the speakers say about looking smarter?Q 15. What does the speaker advise people to do in an image obsessed world?R ecording OneDid you know that Americans have approximately 3 times the amount of space we had 50 years ago? Therefore, you'd think would have sufficient room for all of our possessions. On the contrary, the personal storage business is now a growing industry. We've got triple the space, but we've become such enthusiastic consumers that we require even more. (16) This phenomenon has resulted in significant credit card debt, enormous environmental footprints, and perhaps not coincidentally our happiness levels have failed to increase over the same half century.I'm here to suggest an alternative. They’re having less might actually be a preferable decision. Many of us have experienced at some stage, the pleasure of possessing less. (17) I propose that less stuff and less space can not only help you economize, but also simplify your life. I recently started an innovative project to discover some creative solutions that offered me everything I required. By purchasing an apartment. There was 40 square meters i nstead of 60. I immediately saved $200,000. Smaller space leads to reduced utility bills and also a smaller carbon footprint, because it's designed around anedited collection of possessions, limited to my favorite stuff. I'm really excited to live there.How can we live more b asically? Firstly, we must briefly cut the unnecessary objects out of our lives to stem consumption. We should think before we buy and ask ourselves: W ill it truly make me happier? Obviously, we should possess some great stuff but w e want belongings that we’re going to love for years. Secondly, we require space efficiency. We want appliances that are design ed for use most of the time, not for occasional use. Why own a six burner when you really use even three burners?Finally, we need multifunctional spaces and housewares. I combined a movable wall with transforming furniture to get more out of my limited space. Consider my coffee table. It increases in size to accommodate ten. My office is tucked away, easily hidden. My bed simply pops out of the wall. For gas, I can relocate the movable wall and utilize the foldable guest beds I installed. I’m not saying we should all live in tiny apartments, but consider the benefits of an edited life. When you return home and walk through your front door, take a moment to ask yourselves. Could I do with a little life editing? Would that give me more freedom and more time?Question 16 to 18 are based on the recording y ou have just heard.Question 16. W hat has prevented American's happiness levels from increasing? Question 17. W hat things should we possess according to the speaker?Question 18.What do we learn about the items in the speaker’s home?Recording TwoN ow, believe it or not, (19) people sometimes lie in order to maintain a good, honest reputation, even if it hurts them to do so. At least, this is what a team of scientists is suggesting with evidence to prove it.P icture this scenario—you often drive for work and can be compensated for up to 400 miles per month. Most people at your company drive about 300 miles each month.But t his month you drove 400 miles. How many miles do you think you’d claim in your expense report? The scientists asked this exact question as part of the study we’re discussing today. W ith surprising results, they found that 12% of respondents reported the distance they drove as less than the actual figure, giving an average answer of 384 miles. In other words, they lied about the number of miles, even though they would forfeit money they were owed. The researchers believe this was to seem honest with the assumption being that others would be suspicious of a high expense claim.But why would people fabricate numbers to their own detriment?(20) The researchers explained that many people care a great deal about their reputation and how they’ll be judged by others.If they care enough, they’re concerned about appearing honest and not losing the respect of others—m aybe greater than their desire t o actually be honest. The researchers assert that the findings suggest that when people obtain very favorable outcomes, they anticipate other people’s suspicious reactions and prefer lying and appearing honest to telling the truth and appearing as selfish liars.So w hy is this research important? Well, e xperts generally agree there are two main types of lie—selfish lies and lies that are meant to benefit others. The first, as you may predict, is for selfish gain, such as submitting a fraudulent claim to an insurance company, w hile the second involves lying to help others or not offend others. For example, telling a friend whose outfit you don’t like that they look great. But the researchers are suggesting a third type of lying: lying to maintain a good reputation.Now this hypothesis is new, and some skeptics argue that this isn’t a whole new category of lie. (21)But the findings seem intuitive to me. After all, one of the main motivations for lying is to increase our worth in the eyes of others. So it seems highly likely that people will lie to seem honest.Questions 19 to 21 are based on the recording y ou have just heard.Question 19: What did a team of scientists find in their study?Question 20: why would people fabricate numbers to their own detriment according to the researchers?Question 21: What does the speaker think of the researchers findings?Recording Three(22) Why do old people dislike new music? As I’ve grown older, I often hear people my age say things like, “T hey just don’t make good music like t hey used to.”(22) Why does this happen? Luckily, psychology can give us some insights into this puzzle. Musical taste beg i n s crystallized as early as age 13 or 14. B y the time we’re in our early 20s, these tastes get locked into place pretty firmly.(23) In fact, studies have found that by the time we turn 33, most of us have stopped listening to new music. Meanwhile, popular songs released when you in the early teens are likely to remain quite popular among your age group for t he rest of your life. There could be a biological explanation for this. As there’s evidence that the brain’s ability to make subtle distinctions between different chords, rhythms, and melodies deteriorate rates with age, s o to older people, newer, less familiar songs might all sound the same.But there may be some simple r reasons for older people’s aversion to new music. (24) One of the most researched laws of social psychology is something called the “mere exposure effect”, which, in essence, means that the more we’re exposed to something, the more we tend to like it. This happens with people we know, the advertisements we see, and the songs we listen to.When you’re in your early teens, you probably spend a fair amount of time listening to music or watching music videos. Your favorite songs and artists become familiar, comforting parts of your routine. For many people over 30, job and family obligations increase. So there’s less time to spend discovering new music. Instead, many will simplylisten to old familiar favorites from that period of their lives when they had more f ree time.Of course, those teen years weren’t necessarily care f ree. They’re famously confusing, which is why so many TV shows and movies revolve around high school turmoil. Psychology research has shown that (25)the emotions that we experience as teens seem more intense than t hose that come later. And we also know that intense emotions are associated with stronger memories and preferences. Both of these might explain why the songs we listen to during this period become so memorable and beloved. So t here’s nothing wrong with your parents because t hey don’t like your music. Rather, it’s all part of the natural order of things.Questions22 to 25 are based on the recording y ou have just heard.Question 22. What does the speaker mainly discuss in this talk?Question 23. What have studies found about most people by the time they turn 33?Q uestion 24. What do we learn from one of the most researched laws of social psychology?Question 25. What might explain the fact that songs people listen to in their teen years are memorable and beloved?参考答案参考答案：（忽略ABCD序号-因为四六级选项打乱的，看答案内容）1. B) Her claim has been completely disregarded.2. B) The ground floor of their cottage was flooded.3. A) The woman’s failure to pay her house insurance in time.4. D) File a lawsuit against the insurance company.5. C) They disagree about the future of Al technology.6. D) Less time-consuming and focusing on creation.7. C) Digital life could replace human civilization.8. A) It will be smarter than human beings.9. C) Save one-fifth of their net monthly income.10. D) Start by doing something small.11. A) A proper mindset.12. A) She found her outfit inappropriate.13. D) To save the trouble of choosing a unique outfit every day.14. B) It matters a lot in jobs involving interactions with others.15. C) Do whatever is possible to look smart.16. B) Their obession with consumption.17. A) Things that we cberish most.18. C) They serve multiple purposes.19. D) Over 10% of the respondents lied about the distance thedrove.20. B) They want to protect their reputation.21. C) They seem intuitive.22. A) Older people's aversion to new music.23. D) They no longer listen to new music.24. A) The more you experience something, the better you'llappreciate it.25. D) Teenagers' emotions are more intense.1: C) Her claim has been completely disregarded.2: A) The ground floor of their cottage was flooded.3: D) The woman’s failure to pay her house insurance in time.4: A) File a lawsuit against the insurance company.5: B) They disagree about the future of AI technology.6: C) Less time-consuming and focusing on creation.7: B) Digital life could replace human civilization.8: D) It will be smarter than human beings.9: B) Save one-fifth of their net monthly income.10: A) Start by doing something small.11: B) An ambitious plan.12: B) She found her outfit inappropriate.13: A) To save the trouble of choosing a unique outfit every day. 14: C) It matters a lot in jobs involving interaction with others. 15: D) Do whatever is possible to look smart.16: A Their obsession with consumption.17: D Things that we cherish most.18: A They serve multiple purposes.19: C Over 10% of the respondents lied about the distance they drove.20: C They wanted to protect their reputation.21: B They seem intuitive.22: D Older people's aversion to new music.23: A They no longer listen to new music.24: D The more you experience something, the better you'll appreciate it.25: B Teenagers' emotions are more intense.答案解析1. C)Her claim has been completely disregarded. 【视听一致】Q1: What is the woman complaining about?原文: I' m getting a little fed up with my calls about my claim being completely disregarded.2. A) The ground floor of their cottage was flooded. 【视听一致】Q2 What is the problem the woman s family encountered?原文：And the details are that our village was extensively flooded 2 months ago. The entire ground floor of our cottage was submerged in water and five of us have been living in a caravan ever since.3. D)The woman's failure to pay her house Insurance in time【视听一致】Q3: What has caused the so-called bizarre technical detail " according to the man?原文：Miss Wilson, according to the notes on your account, the bizarre technical detail that you mentioned refers to the fact that you hadn’t paid house insurance the month before the incident..4. A)File a lawsuit against the insurance company. 【视听一致】Q4: What did the woman say she would do at the end of the conversation?原文：I' ve already spoken to him and you can tell him I' m furious now and that your company has a lawsuit on its hands. You will be hearing from my lawyer.5. B)They disagree about the future of Al technology. 【难度大，根据上下文推断出意见不合，有争议】Q5: What do we learn about the speakers from the conversation?原文：I think artificial intelligence will actually help create new kinds of jobs which would require less of our time and allow us to be centered on creative tasks. M: I doubt that very much.6. C)Less time-consuming and focusing on creation 【视听一致】Q6: What will new kinds of jobs be like according to the woman?原文：I think artificial intelligence will actually elp create new kinds of iobs which would require less of our time and allow us to be centered on creative tasks7. B) Digital life could be replace human civilization. 【视听一致】Q7: What is the risk the man anticipates?原文：There’s a risk that human civilization could be replaced bya superior type of digital life8. D) It will be smarter than human beings 【此题难度大，需要通过上下文推断出答案】Q8: What is the man’s concern about Al technology?原文：M: Once it' s fully developed, Al will become tired of trying to communicate with humans. As we would be much slower thinkers in comparison.9. B)Save one fifth of their net monthly Income 【同义替换20%=one fifth】Q9: What are people under 30 advised to do to achieve financial security?原文：To achieve financial security, how much you save is always more important than the amount you earn or how shrewdly you invest. If you are under 30 years old. your goal should be to save 20% of your monthly income after tax deductions.10. A)Start by doing something small. 【同义替换tiny=small】Q10 What should people do if they find difficult to follow this speakers advice on their financial plan?原文：If you find it hard to save any money at all, start up by cutting all unnecessary spending, allocate at a tiny amount of l or 2 percent for savings, and gradually increase that amount.11. C)A proper mindset. 【视听一致，注意关键词“mindset”】Ql1 What does the speaker think is important for achieving financial security?原文：But if you adopt the right mindset, you should be able to make it work for you。

月大学英语六级真题试卷及详细答案

2024年6月大学英语六级真题试卷及详细答案2024年6月大学英语六级真题试卷及详细答案一、写作部分写作部分主要考察学生的英语书面表达能力。

在2024年6月的大学英语六级考试中，写作部分的题目如下：假设你是某公司的销售经理，你的一个重要客户突然取消了订单。

请写一封正式的商业信函，解释情况，并说明你正在采取的措施来解决这个问题。

以下是参考范文：尊敬的XXX先生/女士：我写信是为了向您解释我们公司最近遇到的一个问题，并告知您我们正在采取的措施。

非常遗憾地告知您，我们的一个重要客户最近取消了订单。

这是因为他们在对我们公司的产品进行全面评估后，决定转向其他供应商。

我们深感抱歉，因为这不仅对双方的合作造成了影响，而且也对我们的业务造成了损失。

为了解决这个问题，我们正在采取一系列措施。

首先，我们将与该客户进行沟通，了解其具体需求和原因，并探索重新建立合作的可能性。

同时，我们也在评估我们的产品和服务，以确定是否存在任何问题或改进的空间。

如果需要，我们还将考虑对产品进行改进或提供更好的服务来吸引客户。

我们深知这个问题的严重性，因此我们非常重视并承诺将尽快解决。

我们相信，通过我们共同的努力，我们将能够恢复合作关系并维护我们的业务。

感谢您对我们公司的支持和理解。

我们将尽快与您联系，并随时提供任何额外的信息或帮助。

此致敬礼XXX销售经理二、听力部分听力部分主要考察学生的英语听力能力。

在2024年6月的大学英语六级考试中，听力部分的题目如下：第一段听力的主题是关于一位大学生在考虑是否要参加校内的一场音乐会。

在回答问题时，需要注意听清说话者的语气和用词。

第二段听力的主题是关于一位女士在购物中心购买衣服时的经历。

在回答问题时，需要关注女士购买的衣服类型、价格以及她的感受。

第三段听力的主题是关于一位教授在讲解心理学中的一种理论。

在回答问题时，需要理解教授所讲解的内容，并注意听清他提到的例子。

以下是部分听力题目的答案及解析：1、第一段听力，问题1：这位大学生是否决定去参加音乐会？答案：否。

2024年6月英语六级(第1套) 听力

2024年6月英语六级(第1套)听力翻译Conversation One对话一Thank you for meeting with me,Stephen,at such a short notice.感谢你在这么短的时间内与我会面，斯蒂芬。

Not a problem,Margaret.没问题，玛格丽特。

Now please give me some good news.Have you agreed to my last proposal?现在，请给我一些好消息。

你同意我最后的提议了吗？I have indeed and I wish to sign the agreement,pending one small change to be made a contract.【1】我确实有，我希望签署这份协议，等待对合同进行一项小的修改。

Margaret,we've been through this for almost a year now,back and forth making alterations.玛格丽特，我们已经为此忙活了将近一年，来来回回地修改。

Are you sure you want to make a sponsorship deal for your clients or not?你确定要为你的客户达成赞助协议吗？I ask this because frankly,some people at my end are running out of patience.【2】我之所以这么问，是因为坦率地说，我这边的一些人已经失去耐心了。

I understand your concerns,but as I'm sure you understand,we hold our clients'best interests to be of the utmost concern.我理解你的担忧，但我相信你也明白，我们认为客户的最大利益是至关重要的。

2022年6月英语六级考试真题第一套听力

2022年6月英语六级考试真题第一套听力In June 2022, the English Level 6 examination presented a listening comprehension section that challenged test-takers with a variety of accents, topics, and question types. The test's design aimed to assess the ability to understand spoken English in an academic setting, which is crucial for non-native speakers aiming to engage in higher education or professional environments where English is the medium of communication.The listening section began with short conversations, where examinees were required to infer attitudes or contextual meanings from brief exchanges. This part tested the ability to pick up on nuances and implied information, skills that are essential in real-world communication. Following this, a longer dialogue provided a setting where a more extended interaction unfolded, often involving a problem-solving scenario or an academic discussion. Here, the focus was on understanding the flow of ideas and the relationship between speakers.Lectures formed the core of the listening test, reflecting the kind of listening that students would encounter in university courses. These lectures covered a range of subjects, from the sciences to the humanities, and required a deep level of comprehension. Test-takers needed to identify main ideas, supporting details, and the lecturer's perspective. Additionally, the ability to understand complex information and follow a line of reasoning was evaluated.The listening material was not merely a test of comprehension but also a measure of the ability to analyze, synthesize, and evaluate spoken information. It required a high level of concentration and the ability to process information quickly and efficiently. The test environment, with its strict time constraints, added an extra layer of challenge, simulating the pressures that come with real-life academic and professional situations.The examination's listening component was a comprehensive assessment of the English listening skills necessary for academic success. It tested not only the understanding of spoken words but also the ability to interpret, evaluate, and apply theinformation heard. For those looking to advance their academic or professional careers, the skills tested in this section are invaluable.In preparing for such an examination, it is essential to engage with a wide range of listening materials, including lectures, podcasts, and news broadcasts. Active listening practices, such as summarizing spoken content, predicting outcomes, and questioning the material, can enhance one's ability to comprehend and retain information. Furthermore, exposure to different accents and speaking styles can help acclimate the ear to the diverse range of English speech patterns one might encounter in an international environment.The English Level 6 listening test serves as a benchmark for non-native speakers to gauge their readiness to participate in English-speaking academic and professional settings. Its rigorous assessment criteria ensure that those who succeed have the listening proficiency needed to excel in their chosen fields. As such, the test is not just an academic hurdle but a stepping stone towards achieving one's educational and career aspirations in the global arena. 。

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Section ADirections：In this will hear two long conversations，At the end of each conversation，you will， hear four the conversation and the questions will be spoken only 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 to 4 are based on the conversation you have just heard.◆ restructuring of her company.man’s switch to a new career.updating of technology at CucinTech.project the man managed at CucinTech.◆ personnel.promotion.innovation.products.◆ constantly.the market.more talents.out for his competitors.◆. Possible bankruptcy.difficulties.by one’s competitors.within the company.Questions 5 to 8 are based on the conversation you have just heard.◆ importance of language proficiency.job of an interpreter.stress felt by professionals.best Way to effective communication.◆. Admirable....◆ have all passed language proficiency tests.have all studied differences.all have a strong interest in language.all have professional qualifications.◆ puts one’s memory under more stress.is more stressful than simultaneous interpreting.attaches more importance to accuracy.requires a much larger vocabulary.Section BDirections：In this section，you will hear two the end of each passage,you will hear three or four the passage and the questions will be spoken only 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 9 to 11 are based on the passage you have just heard.◆ might increase mothers’mental distress.might increase the risk of infants’death.might affect mothers’health.might disturb infants’sleep.◆ who sleep with their babies need a little more sleep each night.patterns of mothers greatly affect their newborn babies’health.with infants in the same room has a negative impact on mothers.who their babies have a harder time falling asleep.◆ precautions to reduce the risk of sudden infant death syndrome.in the same house but not in the same room as their babies.in the same room but not in the same bed as their babies.their sleep patterns to adapt to their newborn babies’.Questions l2 t015 are based on the passage you have just heard.◆ money is needed to record the native languages in the US.efforts to preserve Indian languages have proved fruitless.US ranks first in the number of endangered languages.lot of native languages have already died out in the US.◆ set up more language schools.educate native American children.revitalise America’s native languages.document endangered languages.◆ US government’s policy of Americanising Indian children.failure of American Indian languages to gain an official status.isolation of American Indians from the outside world.US government’s unwillingness to spend money educating Indians.◆ is widely used in language immersion schools.speeds up the extinction of native languages.is being utilised to teach native languages.tells traditional stories during family time.Section CDirections：In this section，you will hear three recordings of lectures or talks followed by three or four recordings Will be played only you hear a question，you must choose the best answer from the four choices marked A ，B ，C and mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet l with a single line through the centre.Questions 16 to 18 are based on the recording you have just heard.◆ provides them with the basic necessities of everyday life.pays their living expenses until they find employment again.covers their mortgage payments and medical expenses for 99 weeks.pays them up to half of their previous wages while they look for work.◆ local lawmakers to extend unemployment benefits.jobs for the huge army of unemployed workers.training and guidance for unemployed workers.funds to help those having no unemployment insurance.◆ encourage big businesses to hire back workers with government subsidies.create more jobs by encouraging private investments in local companies.C. To allow them to postpone their monthly mortgage payments.D. To offer them loans they need to start their own businesses.Questions l9 t022 are based on the recording you have just heard.◆. They investigated the ice.B. They analyzed the water content.explored the ocean floor.measured the depths of sea water.◆ ice decrease is more evident than previously thought.ice ensures the survival of many endangered species.of the ice was accumulated over the past centuries.D. Eighty percent of the ice disappears in summer time.◆ melting Arctic ice has drowned many coastal cities.B. Arctic ice is a major source of the world’s flesh water.C. Arctic ice is essential to human survival.D. The decline of Arctic ice is irreversible.◆. There is no easy technological solution to it.will advance nuclear technology.is no easy understand it.D. It will do a lot of harm to mankind.Questions 23 t025 are based on the recording you have just heard.◆. The deciding factor in children’s academic performance.B. The health problems of children raised by a single parent.relation between children’s self-control and their future success.D. The reason why New Zealand children seem to have better self-control.◆. Those with a criminal record mostly come from single parent families.B. Children raised by single parents will have a hard timein their thirties.must learn to exercise self-control in front of their children.D. Lack of self-control in parents is a disadvantage fortheir children.◆. Self-control problems will diminish as one grows up.B. Self-control can be improved through education.C. Self-control can improve one’s financial situation.D. Self-control problems may be detected early in children.1.【解析】D。

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