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专业英语四级(阅读理解)模拟试卷4(题后含答案及解析)

专业英语四级（阅读理解）模拟试卷4(题后含答案及解析)题型有：1.B．After 1945.C．During the depression of the 1930’s.D．In 1966.正确答案：B解析：细节题。

第一段The depression of the 1930’s and the war had held back marriages．and the catching—up process began after 1945．经过二十世纪三十年代的经济危机，战争使结婚率下降，1945年之后爆发了婴儿潮。

3．The author suggests that in Canada during the 1950’s______.A．the urban population decreased rapidlyB．fewer people marriedC．economic conditions were poorD．the birth rate was very high正确答案：D解析：推理题．第一段The baby boom continued through the decade of the 1950’s，producing a population increase of nearly fifteen percent in the five years from 1951 to 1956．50年代一直持续着婴儿潮，从1951年到1956年人口增长为15％，我们可以推断出50年代加拿大的出生率很高。

4．The author mentions all of the following as causes of declines in population growth after 1957 EXCEPT______.A．people being better educatedB．people getting married earlierC．better standards of livingD．couples buying houses正确答案：B解析：细节题。

大学英语专业四级阅读理解模拟试题(含答案)(04)_共5页

PART V READING COMPREHENSION [25 MIN]In this section there are four passages followed by questions or unfinished statements, each with four suggested answers marked A, B, C and D. Choose the one that you think is the best answer.TEXT ARacket, din clamor, noise, whatever you want to call it, unwanted sound is America's most widespread nuisance. But noise is more than just a nuisance. It constitutes a real and present danger to people's health. Day and night, at home, at work, and at play, noise can produce serious physical and psychological stress. No one is immune to this stress. Though we seem to adjust to noise by ignoring it, the ear, in fact, never closes and the body still responds—sometimes with extreme tension, as to a strange sound in the night.The annoyance we feel when faced with noise is the most common outward symptom of the stress building up inside us. Indeed, because irritability is so apparent, legislators have made public annoyance the basis of many noise abatement programs. The more subtle and more serious health hazards associated with stress caused by noise traditionally have been given much less attention. Nevertheless, when we are annoyed or made irritable by noise, we should consider these symptoms fair warning that other thing may be happening to us, some of which may be damaging to our health.Of many health hazards to noise, hearing loss is the most clearly observable and measurable by health professionals. The other hazards are harder to pin down. For many of us, there may be a risk that exposure to the stress of noise increases susceptibility to disease and infection. The more susceptible among us may experience noise as a complicating factor in heart problems and other diseases. Noise that causes annoyance and irritability in health persons may have serious consequences for these already ill in mind or body.Noise affects us throughout our lives. For example, there are indications of effects on the unborn child when mothers are exposed to industrial and environmental noise. During infancy and childhood, youngsters exposed to high noise levels may have trouble falling asleep and obtaining necessary amounts of rest.Why, then, is there not greater alarm about these dangers? Perhaps it is because the link between noise and many disabilities or diseases has not yet been conclusively demonstrated. Perhaps it is because we tend to dismiss annoyance as a price to pay for living in the modern world. It may also be because we still think of hearing loss as only an occupational hazard.1. In Paragraph 1, the phrase "immune to" are used to mean ___.A.unaffected byB.hurt byC.unlikely to be seen byD.unknown by2.3. The author's attitude toward noise would best be described as ___.A.unrealisticB.traditionalC.concernedD.hystericalWhich of the following best states the main idea of the passage?A.Noise is a major problem; most people recognize its importance.B.Although noise can be annoying, it is not a major problem.C.Noise is a major problem and has not yet been recognized as such.D.Noise is a major problem about which nothing can be done.4.5. The author condemns noise essentially because it ___.A.is against the lawB.can make some people irritableC.is a nuisanceD.in a ganger to people's healthThe author would probably consider research about the effects noise has on people to be ___.A.unimportantB.impossible.C.a waste of moneyD.essentialTEXT BWhat we know of prenatal development makes all this attempt made by a mother to mold the character ofher unborn child by studying poetry, art, or mathematics during pregnancy seem utterly impossible. How could such extremely complex influences pass from the mother to the child? There is no connection between their nervous systems. Even the blood vessels of mother and child do not join directly. An emotional shock to the mother will affect her child, because it changes the activity of her glands and so the chemistry her blood. Any chemical change in the mother's blood will affect the child for better or worse. But we can not see how a looking for mathematics or poetic genius can be dissolved in blood and produce a similar liking or genius in the child.In our discussion of instincts we saw that there was reason to believe that whatever we inherit must be of some very simple sort rather than any complicated or very definite kind of behavior. It is certain that no one inherits a knowledge of mathematics. It may be, however, that children inherit more or less of a rather general ability that we may call intelligence. If very intelligent children become deeply interested in mathematics, they will probably make a success of that study.As for musical ability, it may be that what is inherited is an especially sensitive ear, a peculiar structure of the hands or the vocal organs connections between nerves and muscles that make it comparatively easy to learn the movements a musician must execute, and particularly vigorous emotions. If these factors are all organized around music, the child may become a musician. The same factors, in other circumstance might be organized about some other center of interest. The rich emotional equipment might find expression in poetry. The capable fingers might develop skill in surgery. It is not the knowledge of music that is inherited, then nor even the love of it, but a certain bodily structure that makes it comparatively easy to acquire musical knowledge and skill. Whether that ability shall be directed toward music or some other undertaking may be decided entirely by forces in the environment in which a child grows up.6. Which of the following statements is not true?A. Some mothers try to influence their unborn children by studying art and other subjects during theirpregnancy.B. It is utterly impossible for us to learn anything about prenatal development.C. The blood vessels of mother and child do not join directly.D. There are no connection between mother's nervous systems and her unborn child's.A mother will affect her unborn baby on the condition that ____.A. she is emotionally shocked7.B.she has a good knowledge of inheritanceC. she takes part in all kind of activitiesD. she sticks to studying8.9. According to the passage, a child may inherit____.A. everything from his motherB. a knowledge of mathematicsC. a rather general ability that we call intelligenceD. her mother's musical abilityIf a child inherits something from his mother, such as an especially sensitive ear, a peculiar structure of the hands or of the vocal organs, he will ____.A. surely become musicianB. mostly become a poetC. possibly become a teacherD. become a musician on the condition that all these factors are organized around music10. Which of the following is the best title for the passage?A. Role of Inheritance.B. An Unborn Child.C. Function of instincts.D. Inherited Talents.TEXT CThere are two factors which determine an individual's intelligence. The first is the sort of brain he is born with. Human brains differ considerably , some being more capable than others. But no matter how good a brain he has to begin with, an individual will have a low order of intelligence unless he has opportunities to learn. So the second factor is what happens to the individual— the sort of environment in which he is brought up. If an individual is handicapped(不利) environmentally, it is likely that his brain will fail to develop and he will never attain the level of intelligence of which he is capable.The importance of environment in determining an individual's intelligence can be demonstrated by the case history of the identical twins, Peter and Mark. Being identical, the twins had identical brains at birth, and their growth processes were the same. When the twins were three months old, their parents died, and they were placed in separate foster(抚养) homes. Peter was raised by parents of low intelligence in an isolated community with poor educational opportunities. Mark was reared in the home of well-to-do parents who had been to college. He was read to as a child, sent to good schools, and given every opportunity to be stimulated intellectually. This environmental difference continued until the twins were in their late teens, when they were given tests to measure their intelligence. Mark's I. Q. was 125, twenty-five points higher than the average and fully forty points higher than his identical brother. Given equal opportunities, the twins, having identical brains, would have tested at roughly the same level.11. This selection can best be titled____________.A. Measuring Your IntelligenceB. Intelligence and EnvironmentC. The Case of Peter and MarkD. How the Brain Influences Intelligence12.13. The best statement of the main idea of this passage is that _______.A. human brains differ considerablyB. the brain a person is born with is important in determining his intelligenceC. environment is crucial in determining a person's intelligenceD. persons having identical brains will have roughly the same intelligence According to the passage, the average I. Q. is_______.A. 85 .B. 100C. 110D. 12514. The case history of the twins appears to support the conclusion that_______.A. individuals with identical brains seldom test at the same levelB. an individual's intelligence is determined only by his environmentC. lack of opportunity blocks the growth of intelligenceD. changes of environment produce changes in the structure of the brain15. This passage suggests that an individual's I. Q. _______.A. can be predicted at birthB. stays the same throughout his lifeC. can be increased by educationD. is determined by his childhoodTEXT DPersonality is，to large extent, inherent --A-type parents usually bring about A-type offspring. But the environment must also have a profound effect, since if competition is improtant to the parents, it is likely to become a major factor lives of their children.One place where children soak up A characteristics is school, which is, by its very nature, a highly competitive institution. Too many schools adopt the "win at all costs" moral standard and measure their success by sporting achievements. The current passion for making children compete against their classmates or against the clock produces a two-layer system, in which competitive A types seem in some way better than their B-type fellows. Being too keen to win can have dangerous consequences:remember that Pheidippides ,the first marathon runner, dropped dead seconds after saying:"Rejoice, we conquer!".By far the worst form of competition in school is the disproportionate emphasis on examinations . It is a rare school that allows pupils to concentrate on those things they do well.The merits of competition by examination are somewhat questionable, but competition in the certain knowledge of failure is positively harmful.Obviously, it is neither practical nor desirable that all A youngsters change into 'B's. The would needs types, and schools have an important duty to try to fit a child's personality to his possible future employment. It is top management.16. According to the author, what factors contribute to the building of personality?A. inheritanceb. inheritance, competition and environmentc. competitiond. environment17. Which of the following statements is not true according to the author of the passage?A.Schools usually adopt severe competitive policies.B. Students are often divided by competition results.C. School is place where children cultivate their characteristics.D. The stronger desire for winning, the better.18. The phrase "soak up" is closest in meaning to ____.A. pull upb. take upc. take ind. pull in19. What attitude does the author hold toward examinations in schools?A. positiveb. negativec. doubtfuld. neutral20. what suggestion does the author make concerning the management of schools?A. All students be made into competitive A types.B. A child's personality be considered in regard to his possible future job.C. All students be changed into B characteristics.D. Schools abolish all forms of examinations.答案：1-5 ACCDD 6-10 BACDA 11-15 B C B C C 16-20 BDCCB。

专业英语四级(阅读)模拟试卷120(题后含答案及解析)

专业英语四级（阅读）模拟试卷120(题后含答案及解析)题型有：1. 2.SECTION AIn this section there are several passages followed by ten multiple-choice questions. For each question, there are four suggested answers marked [A], [B], [C] and [D]. Choose the one that you think is the best answer.(1)Job stress and worrying about job security can both take a toll on a woman’s body, although the two issues affect female health differently, according to research presented last month at the American Heart Association’s Annual Meeting in Chicago. But whether chronic work-related stress is eating at your nerves or ballooning your waistline, there are natural solutions with no toxic side effects that you can use to relax the pressure. (2)In a recent study looking at work stress and women, researchers from Harvard and Brigham and Women’s Hospital studied more than 17,000 otherwise healthy women, generally in their 50s, enrolled in the Women’s Health Study for 10 years. Women who reported work-related strain, such as having little or no authority over decisions or being unable to contribute creativity and skills to the job, were up to 88 percent more likely to experience a heart attack than women who reported no work strain. Overall, working women reporting high job strain faced a 40 percent higher rate of cardiovascular(心血管的)disease, too. (3)Worrying about losing a job did not appear to increase heart attack risk, but it was linked to obesity, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol(胆固醇), all of which can eventually lead to cardiovascular disease. (4)Whether it’s a nightmarish cubicle neighbor, an unrelenting workload, or an ornery boss that has your stress meter ready to pop at any second, you can get a grip: It’s all about mind over matter. An August study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences found that students taking part in Integrative Body-Mind Training(IBMT)enjoyed changes in white brain matter(within 11 hours of practice)that seemed connected to better regulation of emotions and behavior. (5)Although not very common in the U.S. yet, IBMT involves the practice of maintaining a state of restful alertness to tap into body-mind awareness while a trained coach guides your breathing and mental imagery. It’s somewhat similar to more widely available mindfulness based stress reduction(MBSR), which involves focusing on your present-moment draughts and feelings in a non-judgmental way. MBSR has been shown to help people make clearer decisions in times of crisis, which could help when all health breaks loose at the office.(6)Previous research out of the University of Oregon has found that you could adopt stress-zapping properties of Integrative Body-Mind Training(IBMT)before the workweek’s out. After practicing it for 20 minutes a day for five days in a row, participants reported reduced stress and increased energy. Prevention suggests this intro IBMT exercise: Sit quietly in a comfortable position. Close your eyes and think of your mind as a full cup; as thoughts come and go, keep returning to an image of the cup becoming empty. Repeat for five minutes. (7)Regardless of your meditationstyle, know this: Compared to non-meditators, women who practice meditation enjoy up to a 66 percent drop in stress hormone levels, which can dramatically improve heart health. (8)If you’re in need of an emergency quick freak-out fix, reach for a piece of gum.(Avoid artificial sweetened gum, though—some are linked to health issues.)One study found that chewing gum boosts blood flow to the brain by up to 40 percent, helping you stay calm and in the present. This prevents you from pondering over some aggravating office event. (9)You don’t need to be a monk to enjoy the benefits of meditation. In fact, more and more Western integrative medicine practitioners are using it as a nontoxic health improver.1．According to the passage, which of the following can probably lead to women’s work-related strain?A．They are not creative enough in their work.B．They could not afford to lose their job.C．They have no say in decision-making.D．They are underpaid compared with men.正确答案：C解析：根据work—related strain定位到第2段。

(完整版)大学英语专业四级阅读理解模拟试题(含答案)(09)

PART V READING COMPREHENSION [25 MIN]In this section there are four passages followed by questions or unfinished statements, each with four suggested answers marked A, B, C and D. Choose the one that you think is the best answer.TEXT AAt some time in your life you may have a strong desire to do something strange or terrible. However, chances are that you don’t act on your impulse, but let it pass instead. You know that to commit the action is wrong in some way and that other people will not accept your behavior.Perhaps the most interesting thing about the phenomenon of taboo behavior is how it can change over the years within the same society, how certain behavior and attitudes once considered taboo can become perfectly acceptable and natural at another point in time. Topics such as death, for example, were once considered so upsetting and unpleasant that it was a taboo to even talk about them. Now with the publication of important books such as On Death and Dying and Learning to Say Goodbye, people have become more aware of the importance of expressing feelings about death and, as a result, are more willing to talk about this taboo subject.One of the newest taboos in American society is the topic of fat. Unlike many other taboos, fat is topic that Americans talk about constantly. It’s not taboo to talk about fat; it’s taboo to be fat. The “in” look is thin, not fat. In the work world, most companies prefer youthful-looking, trim executives to sell their image as well as their products to the public. The thin look is associated with youth, vigor, and success. The fat person, on the other hand, is thought of as lazy and lacking in energy, self-discipline, and self-respect. In an image-conscious society like the U.S., thin is “in”, fat is “out”.I t’s not surprising, then, that millions of Americans have become obsessed with staying slim and “in shape”. The pursuit of a youthful physical appearance is not, however, the sole reason for America’s fascination with diet and exercise. Recent research has shown the critical importance of diet and exercise for personal health. As in most technologically developed nations, the life-style of North Americans has changed dramatically during the course of the last century. Modern machines do all the physical labor that people were once forced to do by hand. Cars and buses transport us quickly from point to point. As a result of inactivity and disuse, people’s bodies can easily become weak and vulnerable to disease. In an effort to avoid such a fate, millions of Americans are spending more of their time exercising.1.From the passage we can infer taboo is__.A.a strong desire to do something strange or terrible.B.a crime committed on impulse.C.behavior considered unacceptable in society’s eyes.D.an unfavorable impression left on other people.2.Based on the ideas presented in the passage we can conclude “being fat” __ in American society.A.will always remain a taboo.B.is not considered a taboo by most people.C.has long been a taboo.D.may no longer be a taboo some day.3.The topic of fat is __ many other taboo subjects.A.the same asB.different fromC.more popular thanD.less often talked about than.4.In the U.S., thin is “in”, fat is “out”, this means__.A.thin is “inside”, fat is “outside”.B.thin is “diligent”, fat is “lazy”.C.thin is “youthful”, fat is “spiritless”.D.thin is “fashionable”, fat is “unfashionable”.5.Apart from this new understanding of the correlation between health and exercise, the main reason thepassage gives for why so many Americans are exercising regularly is__.A.their changed life-style.B.their eagerness to stay thin and youthful.C.their appreciation of the importance of exercise.D.the encouragement they have received from their companies.TEXT BThe discovery of the Antarctic not only proved one of the most interesting of all geographical adventures, but created what might be called “the heroic age of Antarctic exploration”. By their tremendous heroism, men such as Shakleton, Scott, and Amundsen caused a new continent to emerge from the shadows, and yet that heroic age, little more than a century old, is already passing. Modern science and inventions are revolutionizing the endurance, future journeys into these icy wastes will probably depend on motor vehicles equipped with caterpillar traction rather than on the dogs that earlier discoverers found so invaluable and hardly comparable.Few realize that this Antarctic continent is almost equal in size to South America, and enormous field of work awaits geographers and prospectors. The coasts of this continent remain to be accurately charted, and the maping of the whole of the interior presents a formidable task to the cartographers who undertake the work. Once their labors are completed, it will be possible to prospect the vast natural resources which scientists believe will furnish one of the largest treasure hoards of metals and minerals the world has yet known, and almost inexhaustible sources of copper, coal, uranium, and many other ores will become available to man. Such discoveries will usher in an era of practical exploitation of the Antarctic wastes.The polar darkness which hides this continent for the six winter months will be defeated by huge batteries of light, and make possible the establishing of air-fields for the future inter-continental air services by making these areas as light as day. Present flying routes will be completely changed, for the Antarctic refueling bases will make flights from Australia to South America comparatively easy over the 5,000 miles journey.The climate is not likely to offer an insuperable problem, for the explorer Admiral Byrd has shown that the climate is possible even for men completely untrained for expeditions into those frozen wastes. Some of his parties were men who had never seen snow before, and yet he records that they survived the rigors of the Antarctic climate comfortably, so that, provided that the appropriate installations are made, we may assume that human beings from all countries could live there safely. Byrd even affirms that it is probably the most healthy climate in the world, for the intense cold of thousands of years has sterilize this continent, and rendered it absolutely germfree, with the consequences that ordinary and extraordinary sickness and diseases from which man suffers in other zones with different climates are here utterly unknown. There exist no problems of conservation and preservation of food supplies, for the latter keep indefinitely without any signs of deterioration; it may even be that later generations will come to regard the Antarctic as the natural storehouse for the whole world.Plans are already on foot to set up permanent bases on the shores of this continent, and what so few years ago was regarded as a “dead continent” now promises to be a most active center of human life and endeavor.6.When did man begin to explore the AntarcticA.About 100years ago.B.In this century.C.At the beginning of the 19th century.D.In 1798.7.What must the explorers be, even though they have modern equipment and techniquesA.Brave and toughB.Stubborn and arrogant.C.Well-liked and humorous.D.Stout and smart.8.The most healthy climate in the world is___.A.in South America.B.in the Arctic Region.C.in the Antarctic Continent.D.in the Atlantic Ocean.9.What kind of metals and minerals can we find in the AntarcticA.Magnetite, coal and ores.B.Copper, coal and uranium.C.Silver, natural gas and uranium.D.Aluminum, copper and natural gas.10.What is planned for the continentA.Building dams along the coasts.B.Setting up several summer resorts along the coasts.C.Mapping the coast and whole territory.D.Setting up permanent bases on the coasts.TEXT CWithout regular supplies of some hormones our capacity to behave would be seriously impaired; without others we would soon die. Tiny amounts of some hormones can modify moods and actions, our inclination to eat or drink, our aggressiveness or submissiveness, and our reproductive and parental behavior. And hormones do more than influence adult behavior; early in life they help to determine the development of bodily form and may even determine an individual’s behavioral capacities. Later in life the changing outputs of some endocrine glands and the body’s changing sensitivity to some hormones are essential aspects of the phenomena of aging.Communication within the body and the consequent integration of behavior were considered the exclusive province of the nervous system up to the beginning of the present century. The emergence of endocrinology as a separate discipline can probably be traced to the experiments of Bayliss and Starling on the hormone secretion. This substance is secreted from cells in the intestinal walls when food enters the stomach; it travels through the bloodstream and stimulates the pancreas to liberate pancreatic juice, which aids in digestion. By showing that special cells secret chemical agents that are conveyed by the bloodstream and regulate distant target organs or tissues. Bayliss and starling demonstrated that chemical integration could occur without participation of the nervous system.The term “hormone” was first used with reference to secretion. Starling derived the term from the Greek hormone, meaning “to excite or set in motion. The term “endocrine” was introduced shortly thereafter “Endocrine” is used to refer to glands that secret products into the bloodstream. The term “endocrine” contrasts with “exocrine”, which is applied to glands that secret their products though ducts to the site of action. Examples of exocrine glands are the tear glands, the sweat glands, and the pancreas, which secrets pancreatic juice through a duct into the intestine. Exocrine glands are also called duct glands, while endocrine glands are called ductless.11.What is the author’s main purpose in the passage?A.To explain the specific functions of various hormones.B.To provide general information about hormones.C.To explain how the term “hormone” evolved.D.To report on experiments in endocrinology.12.The passage supports which of the following conclusions?A.The human body requires large amounts of most hormones.B.Synthetic hormones can replace a person’s natural supply of hormones if necessary.C.The quantity of hormones produced and their effects on the body are related to a person’s age.D.The short child of tall parents very likely had a hormone deficiency early in life.13.It can be inferred from the passage that before the Bayliss and Starling experiments, most people believed thatchemical integration occurred only___.A.during sleep.B.in the endocrine glands.C.under control of the nervous system.D.during strenuous exercise.14.The word “liberate” could best be replaced by which of the following?A.EmancipateB.DischargeC.SurrenderD.Save15.According to the passage another term for exocrine glands is___.A.duct glandsB.endocrine glandsC.ductless glandsD.intestinal glands.TEXT DIf the old maxim that the customer is always right still has meaning, then the airlines that ply the world’s busiest air route between London and Paris have a flight on their hands.The Eurostar train service linking the UK and French capitals via the Channel Tunnel is winning customers in increasing numbers. In late May, it carried its one millionth passenger, having run only a limited service between London, Paris and Brussels since November 1994, starting with two trains a day in each direction to Paris and Brussels. By 1997, the company believes that it will be carrying ten million passengers a year, and continue to grow from there.From July, Eurostar steps its service to nine trains each way between London and Paris, and five between London and Brussels. Each train carries almost 800 passengers, 210 of them in first class.The airlines estimate that they will initially lose around 15%-20% of their London-Paris traffic to the railways once Eurostar starts a full service later this year (1995), with 15 trains a day each way. A similar service will start to Brussels. The damage will be limited, however, the airlines believe, with passenger numbers returning to previous levels within two to three years.In the short term, the damage caused by the 1 million people-levels traveling between London and Paris and Brussels on Eurostar trains means that some air services are already suffering. Some of the major carriers say that their passenger numbers are down by less than 5% and point to their rivals-Particularly Air France-as having suffered the problems. On the Brussels route, the railway company had less success, and the airlines report anything from around a 5% drop to no visible decline in traffic.The airlines' optimism on returning traffic levels is based on historical precedent. British Midland, for example, points to its experience on Heathrow Leeds Bradford service which saw passenger numbers fold by 15%when British Rail electrified and modernized the railway line between London and Yorkshire. Two years later, travel had risen between the two destinations to the point where the airline was carrying record numbers of passengers.16.British airlines confide in the fact that__.A.they are more powerful than other European airlines.B.their total loss won’t go beyond a drop of 5% passengers.C.their traffic levels will return in 2-3 years.D.traveling by rail can never catch up with traveling by air.17.The author’s attitude towards the drop of passengers may be described as__.A.worried.B.delightedC.puzzled.D.unrivaled.18.In the passage, British Rail (Para 6) is mentioned to__.A.provide a comparison with Eurostar.B.support the airlines’ optimism.C.prove the inevitable drop of air passengers.D.call for electrification and modernization of the railway.19.The railway’s Brussels route is brought forth to show that__.A.the Eurostar train service is not doing good business.B.the airlines can well compete with the railway.C.the Eurostar train service only caused little damage.D.only some airlines, such as Air France, are suffering.20.The passage is taken from the first of an essay, from which we may well predict that in the following part theauthor is going to__.A.praise the airlines’ clear-mindedness.B.warn the airlines of high-speed rail services.C.propose a reduction of London/Paris flights.D.advise the airlines to follow British Midland as their model.答案： 1-5 CDBDB 6-10 AACBD 11-15 BDCBA 16-20 ABCB。

专业英语四级(阅读)模拟试卷196(题后含答案及解析)

专业英语四级（阅读）模拟试卷196(题后含答案及解析)题型有： 5. READING COMPREHENSIONPART V READING COMPREHENSIONSECTION AIn this section there are several passages followed by ten multiple-choice questions. For each question, there are four suggested answers marked [A], [B], [C] and [D]. Choose the one that you think is the best answer.(1) The reader may rest satisfied that Tom’s and Huck’s windfall (意外之财) made a mighty stir in the poor little village of St. Petersburg. So vast a sum, all in actual cash, seemed next to incredible. It was talked about, gloated over, glorified, until the reason of many of the citizens tottered under the strain of the unhealthy excitement. Every “haunted” house in St. Petersburg and the neighboring villages was dissected, plank by plank, and its foundations dug up and ransacked (搜遍) for hidden treasure—and not by boys, but men—pretty grave, unromantic men, too, some of them. Wherever Tom and Huck appeared they were courted, admired, stared at. The boys were not able to remember that their remarks had possessed weight before; but now their sayings were treasured and repeated; everything they did seemed somehow to be regarded as remarkable; they had evidently lost the power of doing and saying commonplace things; moreover, their past history was raked up and discovered to bear marks of conspicuous originality. The village paper published biographical sketches (传略) of the boys. (2) The Widow Douglas put Huck’s money out at six per cent, and Judge Thatcher did the same with Tom’s at Aunt Polly’s request. Each lad (男孩) had an income, now, that was simply prodigious—a dollar for every week-day in the year and half of the Sundays. It was just what the minister got—no, it was what he was promised—he generally couldn’t collect it. A dollar and a quarter a week would board, lodge, and school a boy in those old simple days—and clothe him and wash him, too, for that matter. (3) Judge Thatcher had conceived a great opinion of Tom. He said that no commonplace boy would ever have got his daughter out of the cave. When Becky told her father, in strict confidence, how Tom had taken her whipping at school, the Judge was visibly moved; and when she pleaded grace for the mighty lie which Tom had told in order to shift that whipping from her shoulders to his own, the Judge said with a fine outburst that it was a noble, a generous, a magnanimous lie—a lie that was worthy to hold up its head and march down through history breast to breast with George Washington’s lauded Truth about the hatchet (短柄小斧) ! Becky thought her father had never looked so tall and so superb as when he walked the floor and stamped his foot and said that. She went straight off and told Tom about it. (4) Judge Thatcher hoped to see Tom a great lawyer or a great soldier some day. He said he meant to look to it that Tom should be admitted to the National Military Academy and afterward trained in the best law school in the country, in order that he might be ready for either career or both. (5) Huck Finn’s wealth and the factthat he was now under the Widow Douglas’ protection introduced him into society—no, dragged him into it, hurled him into it—and his sufferings were almost more than he could bear. The widow’s servants kept him clean and neat, combed and brushed, and they bedded him nightly in unsympathetic sheets that had not one little spot or stain which he could press to his heart and know for a friend. He had to eat with a knife and fork; he had to use napkin, cup, and plate; he had to learn his book, he had to go to church; he had to talk so properly that speech was become insipid (枯燥乏味的) in his mouth; whithersoever he turned, the bars and shackles (镣铐) of civilization shut him in and bound him hand and foot. (6) He bravely bore his miseries three weeks, and then one day turned up missing. For forty-eight hours the widow hunted for him everywhere in great distress. The public were profoundly concerned; they searched high and low, they dragged the river for his body. Early the third morning Tom Sawyer wisely went poking among some old empty hogsheads (大桶) down behind the abandoned slaughter-house, and in one of them he found the refugee. Huck had slept there; he had just breakfasted upon some stolen odds and ends of food, and was lying off, now, in comfort, with his pipe. He was unkempt (蓬乱的), uncombed, and clad in the same old ruin of rags that had made him picturesque in the days when he was free and happy.1．In Para. 2, the word “prodigious” probably means______.A．enormousB．trivialC．commonD．moderate正确答案：A解析：语义题。

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英语专业四级阅读理解模拟题A simple piece of rope hangs between some environmentally friendly Americans and their neighbors. On one side stand those who have begun to see clothes dryers as wasteful consumers of energy (up to 6% of total electricity) and powerful emitters of carbon dioxide (up to a ton of CO2 per household every year). As an alternative, they are turning to clotheslines as part of what Alexander Lee, an environmentalist, calls "what-I-can- do environmentalism."But on the other side are people who oppose air-drying laundry outside on aesthetic grounds. Increasingly, they have persuaded community and homeowners associations(HOAs) across the U.S. to ban outdoor clotheslines, which they say not only look unsightly but also lower surrounding property values. Those actions, in turn, have sparked a right-to-dry movement that is pressing for legislation to protect the choice to use clotheslines. Only three states--Florida, Hawaii and Utah--have laws written broadly enough to protect clotheslines. Right-to-dry advocates argue that there should be more.Matt Reck is the kind of eco-conscious guy who feeds his trees with bathwater and recycles condensation drops from his air conditioners to water plants. His family also uses a clothesline. But Otto Hagen, president of Reck's HOA in Wake Forest, N.C., notified him that a neighbor h, ad complained about his line. The Recks ignored the warning and still dry their clothes on a rope in the yard. "Many people claim to be environmentally friendly but don't take matters into their own hands," says Reck. HOAs Hagen has decided to hold off taking action. "I'm not going to go crazy," he says. "But if Matt keeps his line and more neighbors complain, I'll have to address it again."North Carolina lawmakers tried and failed earlier this year to insert language into an energy bill that would expressly prevent HOAs from regulating clotheslines. But the issue remains a touchy one with HOAs and real estate agents. "Most aesthetic restrictions are rooted, to a degree, in the belief that homogenous (统一协调的) exteriors are supportive of property value," says Sara Stubbins, executive director of the Community Association Institute's North Carolina chapter. In other words, associations worry that housing prices will fall if prospective buyers think their would-be neighbors are too poor to afford dryers.Alexander Lee dismisses the notion that clotheslines devalue property assets, advocating that the idea "needs to change in light of global warming." "We all have to do at least something to decrease our carbon footprint," Alexander Lee says.1.What is NOT mentioned as a disadvantage of using clothes dryers?A.Electricity consumption.B.Air pollution.C.Waste of energy.D.Ugly looking.2.Which of the following is INCORRECT?A.Opposers think air-drying laundry would devalue surrounding assets.B.Opposers consider the outdoor clothesline as an eyesore to the scenery.C.Right-to-dry movements led to the pass of written laws to protect clotheslines.D.Most of states in the US have no written laws to protect clotheslines.3.What is the HOAs' attitude towards the regulation of outdoor clotheslines?A.Concerned.B.Impartial.C.Supportive.D.Unclear.4.In the last paragraph Alexander Lee recommends thatA.clotheslines should be banned in the community.B.clotheslines wouldn't lessen the property values.C.the globe would become warmer and warmer.D.we should protect the environment in the community.5.An appropriate title for the passage might beA.Opinions on Environmental Protection.B.Opinions on Air-drying Laundry.C.What-I-Can-Do Environmentalism.D.Restrictions on Clotheslines.参考答案与解析：文章概要：本文探讨是否该用晾衣绳在室外晾晒衣服。

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英语专业四级考试模拟试题一、阅读理解Passage 1Questions 1-5Shakespeare is well known for his plays, but little attention has been paid to another important aspect of his life — his retirement. While Shakespeare retired to Stratford and lived a quiet life with his wife, there is evidence showing he kept in touch with fellow actors. In fact, he often traveled to London to watch performances of his plays. Shakespeare was one of those rare individuals who could enjoy his later years in peace after accomplishing so much earlier in life.1. What is the main topic of the passage?A. Shakespeare's retirement life in Stratford.B. Shakespeare's interactions with fellow actors.C. Shakespeare's travels to watch performances.D. Shakespeare's achievements in his early years.2. According to the passage, what did Shakespeare often do when he went to London?A. Attend acting classes.B. Watch performances of his plays.C. Write new plays.D. Meet with his wife.3. The word “accomplishing” in the passage is closest in meaning toA. avoidingB. securingC. achievingD. forgetting4. What does the passage imply about Shakespeare's retirement?A. He did not want to be disturbed.B. He was bored with his quiet life.C. He maintained a connection with the theater world.D. He regretted not continuing to write.5. Which of the following statements is NOT supported by the passage?A. Shakespeare's wife accompanied him on his trips to London.B. Shakespeare was able to enjoy his later years.C. Shakespeare often traveled to London.D. Shakespeare was well known for his plays.Passage 2Questions 6-10Attention all students! Don't miss this incredible opportunity to study abroad in Spain this summer! Immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of Madrid while improving your Spanish language skills. With our experienced teachers and diverse curriculum, you'll be sure to make the most of your time abroad. Enjoy delicious Spanish cuisine, explore historic landmarks, and make lifelong friendships with students from around the world. Apply now and seize the chance to have the summer of a lifetime!6. What is the main purpose of the passage?A. To inform students about an upcoming trip to Spain.B. To promote a new language program.C. To encourage students to study abroad.D. To describe the cultural attractions of Spain.7. According to the passage, what can students expect to do in Spain?A. Study with experienced teachers.B. Stay at home and watch TV.C. Explore historic landmarks.D. Attend online classes.8. What is NOT mentioned as an activity in Spain?A. Enjoying Spanish cuisine.B. Making lifelong friendships.C. Visiting museums.D. Taking dance classes.9. Which of the following is implied by the passage?A. Students will have the summer of a lifetime if they study abroad.B. Studying abroad is a waste of time and money.C. Spain is not a good place to learn Spanish.D. Students should only study in their home country.10. What is the tone of the passage?A. FormalB. InformalC. NegativeD. Critical二、听力理解Section ADirections: In this section, you will hear three news reports. At the end of each news report, you will hear two or three questions. Both the news report and the questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a question, you must choose the best answer from the four choices marked A), B), C) and D). Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 1 with a single line through the centre.Questions 1-31. What does the report say about Amazon's new headquarters?A. It will be built in a small town.B. It will create thousands of jobs.C. It will be in California.D. It will relocate from Seattle.2. Why did the woman call the police?A. Her purse was stolen.B. She saw a fire in a building.C. She witnessed a car accident.D. She heard gunshots.3. What can we infer about the weather from the news report?A. It has been sunny all week.B. It will snow tomorrow.C. There will be a heatwave.D. Rain is expected this weekend.Section BDirections: In this section, you will hear two long conversations. At the end of each conversation, you will hear four questions. Both the conversation and the questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a question, you must choose the best answer from the four choices marked A),B), C) and D). Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 1 with a single line through the centre.Questions 4-74. Why is the woman upset?A. She failed a test.B. She lost a job opportunity.C. She forgot to call someone.D. She missed a flight.5. What does the man suggest the woman do?A. Try again next year.B. Go on a trip.C. Call a friend.D. Have a drink.6. What will the man do next?A. Buy a ticket.B. Go shopping.C. Cook dinner.D. Listen to music.7. What does the man think of the woman's situation?A. It's common.B. It's hilarious.C. It's tragic.D. It's her fault.三、写作Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write a composition in English entitled "The Benefits of Studying Abroad". You should write at least 120 words following the outline given below in Chinese:1. 留学的好处：更广阔的视野，更丰富的知识，更深刻的体验。

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英语专业四级考试阅读理解题库题库概述本题库针对英语专业四级考试阅读理解部分，共包含10篇文章，每篇文章设有5道题目。

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题库内容文章1：Passage：Questions：1. What is the main idea of the passage?B. The Internet brings both benefits and challenges.C. The Internet causes information overload and privacy issues.D. We should reduce our reliance on the Internet.2. According to the passage, what is one of the challenges brought by the Internet?B. Information overload.C. Online privacy issues.D. Entertainment addiction.3. Which of the following statements is NOT true according to the passage?B. The Internet provides various forms of entertainment.C. Information overload makes it difficult to find useful information.D. The Internet has no influence on our daily life.文章2：Passage：Questions：1. What is the main topic of the passage?A. Global warming.B. Carbon emissions.C. Renewable energy.D. International cooperation.2. According to the passage, what is one of the main causes of global warming?A. Deforestation.B. Carbon emissions.C. Solar power generation.D. Wind power generation.3. Which of the following statements is NOT true according to the passage?A. Global warming is a serious problem.C. Renewable energy sources are important for achieving the goal of reducing carbon emissions.D. Solar power is the only solution to global warming.文章3：Passage：In recent years, the sharing economy has gained popularity. Services such as ride-sharing and home-sharing have made it easier for people to access goods and services on-demand. However, the sharing economy also raises concerns about regulation and safety.Questions：1. What is the main idea of the passage?B. The sharing economy brings regulation and safety concerns.C. The sharing economy is the future of business.D. Regulations should be implemented to control the sharing economy.2. According to the passage, which of the following statements is true?A. The sharing economy has no impact on the traditional economy.B. Ride-sharing services have made transportation more convenient.C. The sharing economy is only popular in developed countries.D. Safety concerns are the main reason for the regulation of the sharing economy.3. Which of the following statements is NOT true according to the passage?A. The sharing economy has gained popularity in recent years.B. Home-sharing services have made it easier to find affordable housing.C. The sharing economy raises concerns about regulation and safety.D. The sharing economy is not a threat to traditional businesses.文章4：Passage：Virtual reality (VR) is an emerging technology that has the potential to revolutionize various industries, including gaming, education, and healthcare. VR technology creates immersive experiences that can help solve real-world problems and improve people's lives.Questions：1. What is the main idea of the passage?A. VR technology is an emerging technology.B. VR technology has the potential to revolutionize various industries.C. VR technology is already widely used in healthcare.D. VR technology is a threat to traditional education.2. According to the passage, which of the following statements is true?A. VR technology is only used in gaming.B. VR technology creates immersive experiences.C. VR technology is only used in developed countries.D. VR technology has no real-world applications.3. Which of the following statements is NOT true according to the passage?A. VR technology can help solve real-world problems.B. VR technology can improve people's lives.C. VR technology has the potential to revolutionize various industries.D. VR technology is only used in the gaming industry.文章5：Passage：A study conducted by researchers at Oxford University found that regular exercise can improve cognitive function in older adults. The study involved a group of participants aged 65 to 75 years old, who were assigned to either an exercise group or a control group. The exercise group engaged in moderate-intensity aerobic exercises for 30 minutes, three times a week, for a period of 12 weeks.Questions：1. What was the main objective of the study conducted by Oxford University researchers?A. To investigate the effect of regular exercise on cognitive function in older adults.B. To determine the best exercise routine for improving cognitive function.D. To identify the cause of cognitive decline in older adults.2. According to the passage, which of the following statements is true?A. The study involved participants aged 55 to 65 years old.B. The exercise group engaged in high-intensity aerobic exercises.C. The study lasted for a period of 8 weeks.D. The participants in the control group did not engage in any physical activity.3. Which of the following statements is NOT true according to the passage?A. The study was conducted by researchers at Oxford University.B. Regular exercise can improve cognitive function in older adults.C. The study involved a group of participants aged 65 to 75 years old.D. The exercise group engaged in moderate-intensity aerobic exercises for 30 minutes, three times a。

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专业英语四级（阅读）模拟试卷46(题后含答案及解析) 题型有： 5. READING COMPREHENSIONPART V READING COMPREHENSION (25 MIN)Directions: In this section there are four passages followed by questions or unfinished statements, each with four suggested answers marked A, B, C and D. Choose the one that you think is the best answer.It’s 1 a.m., and I’m in Hong Kong for the first time, sitting in a bar in the Lan Kwai Fong district. I’m waiting for two girls I met on the Internet to show up and take me to their apartment, so my friend Harry and I can stay there for free for a few nights. Having been on flights for the past 24 hours, I am worn out and nervous when they don’t arrive on time. But my faith is restored when I hear a thick Chinese accent asking, “Are you Cody?” Even though Jess and Jin are as much strangers to me as anyone else in the bar, I trust them. It seems as natural as being set up by a mutual friend, and, in a sense, that is exactly what is happening. I first learned about last fall from my mom’s friend, who was planning on hosting travelers in her home to add a Utile excitement to life after her oldest son went to college. She recommended I use it for an upcoming trip to Europe. That’s how I became one of the millions of surfers who search hosts’ profiles and send requests—typically as much as a week or as little as a day before arriving in the hosts’ city—to sleep on those people’s couches or on their floor or in a spare bedroom. CouchSurfing requests are not always accepted, as my friend and I learned about seven hours before arriving at the bar in Hong Kong. During our stay in Tokyo, I found out via e-mail that the requests I had submitted that morning to two potential hosts had both been politely declined. One host, had relatives visiting, and the other, was in Macau for the weekend. So, I quickly joined the forum “Last Minute Couch Requests: Hong Kong” and posted a message, which Jess saw. She got in touch with her friend Jin, who had room in her apartment to accommodate two guests. Jess sent us an e-mail, which we received after landing in Hong Kong, offering directions to a meeting place and a phone number. Harry and I could have dug through Jess’s list of friends to read up on Jin, but instead we trusted that Jess would not lead us astray(走上邪路). After the girls get to the bar, the four of us go to a rooftop bar, then a club, and finally head back to Jin’s apartment. Over the next three days, the girls teach us how to use the public-transportation system and give us directions to popular tourist destinations. To outsiders like, say, my parents, it may be hard to understand why Jin would agree to have two strangers stay at her place, or why we are even trying to couch-surf when hostels are cheap and plentiful in this part of the world. It is because couch surfing isn’t just a means of accommodation; it is an entirely new way to travel. You get to see the world through local residents, not hotel gatekeepers or guidebooks. You get to step outside your comfort zones. But what ismost profound about the whole experience is the trust that naturally exists. Jin, for instance, gives us a key to her place upon arrival, a common CouchSurfing custom that helps explain why sociologists at Stanford University are now studying the site and its ability to efficiently create trust. While cultural enrichment and adventure are almost a CouchSurfing guarantee, comfort is not. Jin’s guest mattress is not quite a quarter of an inch thick, the shower is too complicated for Harry or me to figure out, and the apartment is an eighth-floor walk-up. But it’s a tradeoff surfers like me are happy to make.1．Which of the following is true about the friend of the author’s mother?A．She got much help from for her last trip.B．She needed company to distract her from missing her son.C．She became a member of last autumn.D．She decided to accommodate travelers in her home for free.正确答案：D解析：根据第1段第2句可知CouchSurfing．com上的屋主提供的住宿是免费的，再结合第3段第1句提到的关于作者妈妈的朋友的细节可以推断D正确。

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PART V READING COMPREHENSION [25 MIN]In this section there are four passages followed by questions or unfinished statements, each with four suggested answers marked A, B, C and D. Choose the one that you think is the best answer.TEXT AWe can begin our discussion of "population as global issue" with what most persons mean when they discuss "the population problem": too many people on earth and a too rapid increase in the number added each year. The facts are not in dispute, It was quite right to employ the analogy that likened demographic growth to "a long, thin powder fuse that burns steadily and haltingly until it finally reaches the charge and explodes."To understand the current situation, which is characterized by rapid increases in population, it is necessary to understand the history of population trends. Rapid growth is a comparatively recent phenomenon. Looking back at the 8,000 years of demographic history, we find that populations have been virtually stable or growing very slightly for most of human history. For most of our ancestors, life was hard, often nasty, and very short. There was high fertility in most places, but this was usually balanced by high mortality. For most of human history, it was seldom the case that one in ten persons would live past forty, while infancy and childhood were especially risky periods. Often, societies were in clear danger of extinction because death rates could exceed their birthrates. Thus, the population problem throughout most of history was how to prevent extinction of the human race.This pattern is important to notice. Not only does it put the current problems of demographic growth into a historical perspective, but it suggests that the cause of rapid increase in population in recent years is not a sudden enthusiasm for more children, but an improvement in the conditions that traditionally have caused high mortality.Demographic history can be divided into two major periods: a time of long, slow growth which extended from about 8,000 BC.till approximately AD. 1650. In the first period of some 9600 years, the population increased from some 8 million to 500 million in 1650. Between 1650 and the present, the population has increased from 500 million to more than 4 billion. And it is estimated that by the year 2000 there will be 6.2 billion people throughout the world. One way to appreciate this dramatic difference in such abstract numbers is to reduce the time frame to something that is more manageable. Between 8000BC and 1650, an average of only 50,000 persons was being added annually to the world's population each year. At present, this number is added every six hours. The increase is about 80,000,000 persons annually.1.Which of the following demographic growth pattern is most suitable for the long thin powder fuse analogy?A.A virtually stable or slightly decreasing period and then a sudden explosion of population.B.A slow growth for a long time and then a period of rapid, dramatic increase.C.Too many people on earth and a few rapid increase in the number added each year.D.A long period when death rates exceeds birthrates and then a short period with higher fertility and lowermortality.2.During the first period of demographic history, societies were often in danger of extinction because___.A.only one in ten persons could live past 40.B.there was higher mortality than fertility in most places.C.it was too dangerous to have babies due to the poor conditions.D.our ancestors had little enthusiasm for more children.3.Which statement is true about population increase?A.There might be an increase of 2.2 billion persons from now to the year 2000.B.About 50,000 babies are born every six hours at present.C.Between 8000 BC and the present, the population increase is about 80,000,000 persons each year.D.The population increased faster between 8000BC and 1650 than between 1650 and the present.4.The author of the passage intends to___.A.warn people against the population explosion in the near future.pare the demographic growth pattern in the past with that after 1650.C.find out the cause for rapid increase in population in recent years.D.present us a clear and complete picture of the demographic growth.5.The word "demographic" in the first paragraph means___.A.statistics of human.B.surroundings study.C.accumulation of human.D.development of human.TEXT BChinese Americans today have higher incomes than Americans in general and higher occupational status. The Chinese have risen to this position despite some of the harshest discrimination and violence faced by any immigrants to the United States in the history of this country. Long confined to a narrow range of occupations they succeeded in those occupations and then spread out into other areas in later years, when opportunities finally opened up for them. Today much of the Chinese prosperity is due to the simple fact that they work more and have more (usually better) education than others. Almost one out of five Chinese families has three or more income earners compared to one out of thirteen for Puerto Ricans, one out of ten among American Indians, and one out of eight among Whites. When the Chinese advantages in working and educational are held constant, they have no advantage over other Americans. That is in a Chinese Family with a given number of people working and with a given amount of education by the head of the family, the income is not only about average for such families, and offer a little less than average.While Chinese Americans as a group are prosperous and well-educated Chinatowns are pockets of poverty, and illiteracy is much higher among the Chinese than among Americans in general. Those paradoxes are due to sharp internal differences. Descendants of the Chinese Americans who emigrated long ago from Toishan Province have maintained Chinese values and have added acculturation to American society with remarkable success. More recent Hong Kong Chinese are from more diverse cultural origins, and acquired western values and styles in Hong Kong, without having acquired the skills to proper and support those aspirations in the American economy. Foreign-born Chinese men in the United States are one-fourth lower incomes than native-born Chinese even though the foreign-born have been in the United States an average of seventeen years. While the older Hong Kong Chinese work tenaciously to sustain and advance themselves, the Hong Kong Chinese youths often react with resentment and antisocial behavior, including terrorism and murder. The need to maintain tourism in Chinatown causes the Chinese leaders to mute or downplay these problems as much as possible.6.According to the passage, today, Chinese Americans owe their prosperity to___.A.their diligence and better education than others.B.their support of American government.C.their fight against discriminations.D.advantages in working only.7.The passage is mainly concerned with___.A.chinese Americans today.B.social status of Chinese Americans today.C.incomes and occupational status of Chinese Americans today.D.problems of Chinese Americans today.8.Chinatowns are pockets of poverty, as is probably associated with___.A.most descendants of Chinese Americans are rebelling.B.most descendants of Chinese Americans are illiterate.C.sharp internal difference between Chinese coming from different cultural backgrounds.D.only a few Chinese Americans are rich.9.Which of the following statements is not true according to this articleA.As part of the minority, Chinese Americans are still experiencing discrimination in American today.B.Nowadays, Chinese Americans are working in wider fields.C.Foreign-born Chinese earn lower income than native-born Chinese Americans with the similar advantagesin the U.S.D.None of the above.10.According to the author, which of the following can best describe the older Hong Kong Chinese and theyoungerA.Tenacious; rebellion.B.Conservative; open-minded.C.Out-of-date; fashionable.D.Obedient; disobedient.TEXT CA controversy erupted in the scientific community in early 1998 over the use of DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid ) fingerprinting in criminal investigations. DNA fingerprinting was introduced in 1987 as a method to identify individuals based on a pattern seen in their DNA, the molecule of which genes are made. DNA is present in every cell of the body except red blood cells. DNA fingerprinting has been used successfully in various ways, such as to determine paternity where it is not clear who the father of a particular child is. However, it is in the area of criminal investigations that DNA fingerprinting has potentially powerful and controversial uses.DNA fingerprinting and other DNA analysis techniques have revolutionized criminal investigations by giving investigators powerful new tools in the attempt to trove guilt, not just establish innocence. When used in criminal investigations, a DNA fingerprint pattern from a suspect is compared with a DNA fingerprint pattern obtained from such material as hairs or blood found at the scene of a crime. A match between the two DNA samples can be used as evidence to convict a suspect.The controversy in 1998 stemmed form a report published in December 1991 by population geneticists Richard C. Lewontin of Harvard University in Cambridge, Mass., and Daniel L. Hartl called into question the methods to calculate how likely it is that a match between two DNA fingerprints might occur by chance alone. In particular, they argued that the current method cannot properly determine the likelihood that two DNA samples will match because they came from the same individual rather than simply from two different individuals who are members of the same ethnic group. Lewontin and Hartl called for better surveys of DNA patterns methods are adequate.In response to their criticisms, population geneticists Ranajit Chakraborty of the University of Texas in Dallas and Kenneth K.Kidd of Yale University in New Haven, Conn., argued that enough data are already available to show that the methods currently being used are adequate. In January 1998, however, the federal Bureau of Investigation and laboratories that conduct DNA tests announced that they would collect additional DNA samples form various ethnic groups in an attempt to resolve some of these questions. And, in April, a National Academy of Sciences called for strict standards and system of accreditation for DNA testing laboratories.11.efore DNA fingerprinting is used, suspects____.A.would have to leave their fingerprints for further investigationsB.would have to submit evidence for their innocenceC.could easily escape conviction of guiltD.cold be convicted of guilt as well12.DNA fingerprinting can be unreliable when ____.A.the methods used for blood- cell calculation are not accurateB.two different individuals of the same ethnic group may have the same DNA fingerprinting patternC.a match is by chance left with fingerprints that happen to belong to two different individualsD.two different individuals leave two DNA samples.13.To geneticists like Lewontin and Hartl, the current method ____.A.is not so convincing as to exclude the likelihood that two DNA samples can never come from twoindividualsB.is arguable because two individuals of the same ethnic group are likely to have the same DNA pattern.C.Is not based on adequate scientific theory of geneticsD.Is theoretically contradictory to what they have been studying14.The attitude of the Federal Bereau of Investigation shows that ____.A.enough data are yet to be collected form various ethnic groups to confirm the unlikelihood of two DNAsamples coming from two individual membersB.enough data of DNA samples should be collected to confirm that only DNA samples form the same personcan matchC.enough data are yet to be collected from various ethnic groups to determine the likelihood of two differentDNA samples coming form the same personD.additional samples from various ethnic groups should be collected to determine that two DNA samples areunlikely to come from the same person15.National Academy of Sciences holds the stance that ____.A.DNA testing should be systematizedB.Only authorized laboratories can conduct DNA testingC.The academy only is authorized to work out standards for testingD.The academy has the right to accredit laboratories for DNA testingTEXT DMost of us are taught to pay attention to what is said—the words. Words do provide us with some information, but meanings are derived from so many other sources that it would hinder our effectiveness as a partner to a relationship to rely too heavily on words alone. Words are used to describe only a small part of the many ideas we associate with any given message. Sometimes we can gain insight into some of those associations if we listen for more than words. We don't always say what we mean or mean what we say. Sometimes our words don't mean anything except " I'm letting off some steam. I don't really want you to pay close attention to what I'm saying. Just pay attention to what I'm feeling." Mostly we mean several things at once. A person wanting to purchase a house says to the current owner, "This step has to be fixed before I'll buy." The owner says, " It's been like that for years." Actually, the step hasn't been like that for years, but the unspoken message is: " I don't want to fix it. We put up with it. Why can't you?" The search for a more expansive view of meaning can be developed of examining a message in terms of who said it, when it occurred, the related conditions or situation, and how it was said.When a message occurs can also reveal associated meaning. Let us assume two couples do exactly the same amount of kissing and arguing. But one couple always kisses after an argument and the other couple always argues after a kiss. The ordering of the behaviors may mean a great deal more than the frequency of the behavior.A friend's unusually docile behavior may only be understood by noting that it was preceded by situations that required an abnormal amount of assertiveness. Some responses may be directly linked to a developing pattern of responses and defy logic. For example, a person who says "No!" to a serials of charges like "You're dumb," "You're lazy," and "You're dishonest," may also say "No!" and try to justify his or her response if the next statement is "And you're good looking."We would do well to listen for how messages are presented. The words, "If sure has been nice to have you over," can be said with emphasis and excitement or ritualistically. The phrase can be said once or repeated several times. And the meanings we associate with the phrase will change accordingly. Sometimes if we say something infrequently it assumes more importance; sometimes the more we say something the less importance it assumes.16.Effective communication is rendered possible between two conversing partners, if ___.A.they use proper words to carry their ideas.B.they both speak truly of their own feelings.C.they try to understand each other's ideas beyond words.D.they are capable of associating meaning with their words.17."I'm letting off some steam" in paragraph 1 means___.A.I'm just calling your attention.B.I'm just kidding.C.I'm just saying the opposite.D.I'm just giving off some sound.18.The house-owner's example shows that he actually means___.A.the step has been like that for years.B.he doesn't think it necessary to fix the step.C.the condition of the step is only a minor fault.D.the cost involved in the fixing should be shared.19.Some responses and behaviors may appear very illogical, but are justifiable if___.A.linked to an abnormal amount of assertiveness.B.seen as one's habitual pattern of behavior.C.taken as part of an ordering sequence.D.expressed to a series of charges.20.The word "ritualistically" in the last paragraph equals something done___.A.without true intention.B.light-heartedly.C.in a way of ceremony.D.with less emphasis.答案： 1-5 ABADA 6-10 ACCCA 11-15 CBABB 16-20 DBABC。

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专业英语四级（阅读）模拟试卷200(题后含答案及解析)题型有： 5. READING COMPREHENSIONPART V READING COMPREHENSIONSECTION AIn this section there are several passages followed by ten multiple-choice questions. For each question, there are four suggested answers marked [A], [B], [C] and [D]. Choose the one that you think is the best answer.(1) The schoolmaster was leaving the village, and everybody seemed sorry. The miller at Cresscombe lent him the small white tilted cart and horse to carry his goods to the city of his destination, about twenty miles off, such a vehicle proving of quite sufficient size for the departing teacher’s effects. For the schoolhouse had been partly furnished by the managers, and the only cumbersome article possessed by the master, in addition to the packing-case of books, was a cottage piano. (2)The blacksmith, the farm bailiff, and the schoolmaster himself were standing in perplexed attitudes in the parlour before the instrument. The master had remarked that even if he got it into the cart he should not know what to do with it on his arrival at Christminster, the city he was bound for, since he was only going into temporary lodgings just at first. (3) A little boy of eleven, who had been thoughtfully assisting in the packing, joined the group of men, and as they rubbed their chins he spoke up, blushing at the sound of his own voice: “Aunt have got a great fuel-house, and it could be put there, perhaps, till you’ve found a place to settle in, sir.”(4) “A proper good notion,” said the blacksmith. (5) “Sorry I am going, Jude?” asked the master kindly. (6) Tears rose into the boy’s eyes, for he was not among the regular day scholars, who came unromantically close to the schoolmaster’s life, but one who had attended the night school only during the present teacher’s term of office. The regular scholars, if the truth must be told, stood at the present moment afar off, like certain historic disciples, indisposed to any enthusiastic volunteering of aid.(7) The boy awkwardly opened the book he held in his hand, which Mr. Phillotson had bestowed on him as a parting gift, and admitted that he was sorry. (8) “So am I,” said Mr. Phillotson. (9) “Why do you go, sir?” asked the boy. (10) “Ah—that would be a long story. You wouldn’t understand my reasons, Jude. You will, perhaps, when you are older.”(11) “I think I should now, sir.”(12) “Well—don’t speak of this everywhere. YoUKnow what a university is, and a university degree? It is the necessary hallmark of a man who wants to do anything in teaching. My scheme, or dream, is to be a university graduate, and then to be ordained. By going to live at Christminster, or near it, I shall be at headquarters, so to speak, and if my scheme is practicable at all, I consider that being on the spot will afford me a better chance of carrying it out than I should have elsewhere.”(13) The boy Jude assisted in loading some small articles, and at nine o’clock Mr. Phillotson mounted beside his box of books and other IMPEDIMENTA, and bade his friends good-bye.(14) “I shan’t forget you, Jude,” he said, smiling, as the cart moved off. “Be a good boy, remember; and be kind to animals and birds, and read all you can. And if ever you come to Christminster remember you hunt me out for old acquaintance’ sake.”(15) The cart creaked across the green, and disappeared round the corner by the rectory-house. The boy returned to the draw-well at the edge of the greensward, where he had left his buckets when he went to help his patron and teacher in the loading. There was a quiver in his lip now and after opening the well-cover to begin lowering the bucket he paused and leant with his forehead and arms against the framework, his face wearing the fixity of a thoughtful child’s who has felt the pricks of life somewhat before his time. The well into which he was looking was as ancient as the village itself, and from his present position appeared as a long circular perspective ending in a shining disk of quivering water at a distance of a hundred feet down. There was a lining of green moss near the top, and nearer still the hart’s-tongue fern. (16) He said to himself, in the melodramatic tones of a whimsical boy, that the schoolmaster had drawn at that well scores of times on a morning like this, and would never draw there any more. “I’ve seen him look down into it, when he was tired with his drawing, just as I do now, and when he rested a bit before carrying the buckets home! But he was too clever to bide here any longer—a small sleepy place like this!”1．The schoolmaster held a perplexed attitude towards his piano, because it became a ______ under his current condition.A．white elephantB．black sheepC．dark horseD．busy bee正确答案：A解析：原文第一段和第二段提到小学老师要离开的时候，最为笨重的物件就是一架竖式钢琴，而老师表示这件东西即使弄上车，他刚到目的地的时候也没有地方安顿它，所以大家都感到有些一筹莫展。

专业英语四级(阅读)模拟试卷200(题后含答案及解析)

专业英语四级阅读模拟试卷202

专业英语四级阅读模拟试卷202全文共3篇示例，供读者参考篇1Professional English CET-4 Reading Practice Test 202Part I Reading Comprehension (40 points)Directions: There are four reading 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 center.Passage 1Humans have been altering the world's ecosystems for thousands of years. Usually, changes have happened at a relatively slow pace, giving other creatures time to adapt. However, in the last 300 years, human activity has caused much more rapid and extensive alterations in the natural world. The rapid rate of change is causing problems for many species and ecosystems. The extinction rate of species is now 100 to 1000times greater than the rate before human beings began altering the environment.The rapid rate of extinction has been caused mainly by the destruction of habitats. Habitat can be destroyed in many ways, such as logging, mining, farming, and urban expansion. The expansion of farming and urbanization has meant that many habitats are fragmented into much smaller areas. Small areas of habitat, which may be too small to support a viable population, have a high risk of disappearing altogether. Moreover, the removal of a single species may have implications for many others. A species does not live in isolation; instead, it occupies a web of interactions with other species. Humans have the ability to greatly affect other species by removing just one of the members of an ecosystem.1. According to the passage, how does the rate of extinction now compare with the rate before human beings began altering the environment?A. It has decreased significantly.B. It has increased slightly.C. It has remained the same.D. It has increased substantially.2. What is the main cause of the rapid rate of extinction mentioned in the passage?A. Overpopulation of certain species.B. Pollution of ecosystems.C. Destruction of habitats.D. Climate change.3. Why are habitats being fragmented into smaller areas?A. Due to natural causes.B. Because of the expansion of farming and urbanization.C. To enable easier access for humans.D. To facilitate the breeding of species.4. What is the implication of the removal of a single species from an ecosystem?A. It has no impact on the remaining species.B. It leads to the eventual extinction of all species.C. It disrupts the web of interactions within the ecosystem.D. It improves the overall health of the ecosystem.Passage 2Symbiotic relationships are common in nature, with many species relying on each other for survival. One example of symbiosis is the relationship between the clownfish and the sea anemone. The clownfish is able to live among the sea anemone's tentacles without being harmed by its venomous sting. In turn, the clownfish protects the sea anemone from predators, such as butterflyfish, that feed on them. This mutually beneficial relationship is known as mutualism, where both species benefit from the interaction.Another example of symbiosis is the relationship between bees and flowers. Bees pollinate flowers as they collect nectar for food. Pollination is essential for the reproduction of many plant species, making bees important pollinators. In return, the flowers provide the bees with nectar, which is their main source of energy. This relationship is an example of mutualism as well, where both bees and flowers benefit from the interaction.5. What is the main idea of the passage?A. The importance of symbiotic relationships in nature.B. The competition between species for resources.C. The dangers of venomous marine life.D. The impact of pollution on ecosystems.6. What is mutualism?A. A symbiotic relationship where one species benefits at the expense of another.B. A relationship where both species benefit from the interaction.C. A relationship where one species preys on another for survival.D. A relationship where both species are harmed by the interaction.7. Why are bees important pollinators?A. They collect nectar for food.B. They protect flowers from predators.C. They reproduce plant species.D. They provide energy for the flowers.8. What does the clownfish do to protect the sea anemone?A. It feeds on the sea anemone's predators.B. It lives among the sea anemone's tentacles.C. It competes with the sea anemone for food.D. It creates barriers around the sea anemone.Part II Vocabulary and Structure (10 points)Directions: There are thirty incomplete sentences in this part. For each sentence, there are four choices marked A, B, C and D. Choose the one that best completes the sentence and mark the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the center.9. If the weather ___, we will have to postpone the picnic.A. will not improveB. does not improveC. did not improveD. has not improved10. The company apologized for the inconvenience ___ by the delay.A. causesB. causedC. causeD. causing11. He ___ have forgotten his phone, as he never leaves home without it.A. mightB. couldC. mustD. should12. The new law will go into ___ next month.A. affectB. effectC. affectsD. effectedPart III Reading Comprehension (50 points)Directions: There are four reading passages in this part. Each passage is followed by 5-10 questions. For each question, 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 center.Passage 1The James Bay Hydroelectric Project in Canada is one of the largest and most controversial hydroelectric projects in the world. The project involves the construction of numerous dams and power stations on rivers flowing into James Bay, a southern extension of the Hudson Bay. The project was initiated by the government of Quebec in the 1970s and was completed in 1984.One of the main reasons for the construction of the James Bay Project was to provide electricity to Quebec and decrease the province's reliance on fossil fuels. The project has a total generating capacity of over 16,000 MW, making it one of the largest hydroelectric systems in the world. However, the project has been criticized for its impact on the environment and local communities. The flooding of large areas of land for the construction of dams has led to the displacement of First Nations communities and the destruction of traditional territories.13. Where is the James Bay Hydroelectric Project located?A. Hudson Bay.B. The southern extension of James Bay.C. Quebec.D. Canada.14. When was the James Bay Project completed?A. 1970s.B. 1984.C. 1990s.D. 2000s.15. What is one of the main reasons for the construction of the James Bay Project?A. To decrease the province's reliance on fossil fuels.B. To increase the province's reliance on fossil fuels.C. To flood large areas of land.D. To displace First Nations communities.16. How much total generating capacity does the James Bay Project have?A. Over 16,000 MW.B. Less than 10,000 MW.C. Over 20,000 MW.D. Less than 5,000 MW.17. What has been a criticism of the James Bay Project?A. Its impact on the environment and local communities.B. Its use of renewable energy sources.C. Its positive effects on traditional territories.D. Its decrease in greenhouse gas emissions.Passage 2Astrology is the study of how the positions of the stars and planets can affect human behavior and events. The practice of astrology has been around for thousands of years, with roots in ancient Babylon, Egypt, and Greece. Astrologers believe that the positions of celestial bodies at the time of a person's birth can influence their personality, relationships, and future.There are twelve zodiac signs in Western astrology, each associated with different personality traits and characteristics. For example, individuals born under the sign of Leo are believed to be confident and charismatic, while those born under the sign of Pisces are thought to be compassionate and creative. The movements of the planets are also thought to influence events on Earth and can be used to predict future trends and developments.18. What is astrology?A. The study of how the positions of the stars and planets can affect human behavior and events.B. The study of ancient civilizations.C. The study of celestial bodies.D. The study of psychology.19. How long has the practice of astrology been around?A. Hundreds of years.B. Thousands of years.C. Millions of years.D. Billions of years.20. What do astrologers believe can influence a person's personality and future?A. Their job.B. Their education.C. The positions of celestial bodies at the time of their birth.D. Their family background.21. How many zodiac signs are there in Western astrology?A. Four.B. Six.C. Eight.D. Twelve.22. What are Leo and Pisces examples of in astrology?A. Zodiac symbols.B. Planets.C. Stars.D. Constellations.Part IV Translation (10 points)Directions: There are five sentences in this part. Translate them into English and write your translation on the Answer Sheet.23. 为了保护海洋生态系统，我们需要采取行动。

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专业英语四级阅读模拟试卷202全文共10篇示例，供读者参考篇1Oh, hi there! Today we're gonna do a super fun test! It's like a game but with English words. Are you ready? Let's go!Part 1: Reading ComprehensionRead the story below and answer the questions:Once upon a time, there was a little girl named Lily who lived in a small village. She loved to read books and learn new things. One day, her teacher told her about a special test called the English Four-Level Reading Test. Lily was excited to try it out and show off her English skills.1. What is the name of the little girl in the story?A. SarahB. LilyC. Emma2. Where does Lily live?A. In a big cityB. In a small villageC. In the mountains3. What does Lily love to do?A. Play video gamesB. Read books and learn new thingsC. Watch TV all dayPart 2: VocabularyMatch the words with their definitions:1. ExcitedA. To feel happy and eager about something2. SpecialB. Different or unique compared to others3. SkillsC. Abilities or talents that someone hasPart 3: WritingImagine you are Lily and write a short paragraph about why you want to take the English Four-Level Reading Test. Use at least three sentences."I want to take the English Four-Level Reading Test because I love reading and learning new things. I think it will be a fun challenge for me to show off my English skills. I can't wait to see how well I do!"Yay! You did it! Great job, my friend! Thanks for playing this super cool English test with me. See you next time! Bye-bye!篇2Title: Fun English Reading ExerciseHey friends! Today, let’s have some fun with a practice test for the Professional English Level 4 exam. Remember, practicing English is super important, so let’s dive right in!1. Reading ComprehensionRead the short paragraph below and answer the questions that follow.Paragraph:Sally is a talented artist who loves to paint. She spends hours in her studio creating beautiful masterpieces. Her favorite subject to paint is flowers, and her paintings are always full of bright colors and intricate details.Questions:1. What is Sally’s favorite hobby?a) Dancingb) Paintingc) Singingd) Cooking2. What does Sally like to paint?a) Animalsb) Carsc) Flowersd) Buildings3. How would you describe Sally’s paintings?a) Boring and dullb) Colorful and detailedc) Black and whited) Unfinished2. VocabularyChoose the correct word that best fits the sentence.1. Sarah is a __ (talented/ugly) dancer who always impresses the audience with her moves.2. I love to watch the __ (sky/clouds) change colors during the sunset.3. GrammarComplete the following sentences with the correct verb tense.1. She __ (study) English every day to improve her skills.2. They __ (eat) lunch at the café yesterday.3. He __ (not finish) his homework yet.Remember, practicing English every day is the key to success! Keep up the good work, and you’ll be acing the Professional English Level 4 exam in no time. Good luck, my little language learners!篇3Oh my goodness, English Level Four is soooo hard! But don't worry, I'm here to help you with a super fun reading simulation paper. Let's get started!1. Read the following passage and answer the questions below:"My name is Lucy. I love to read books and play with my friends. One day, I found a magical book in the library. When I opened it, I was transported to a faraway land filled with dragons and fairies. It was so exciting!"Questions:- What is the name of the main character?- What did Lucy find in the library?- Where did Lucy end up after opening the magical book?2. Read the following passage and choose the correct answer:"Sarah is a talented musician who plays the violin beautifully. She practices for hours every day to perfect her skills. Last week, she performed at a concert and received a standing ovation from the audience."Question:- What instrument does Sarah play?A. GuitarB. FluteC. ViolinD. Piano3. Read the following passage and fill in the blanks with the correct word:"I had a ___________ time at the beach with my family. We built sandcastles, swam in the ocean, and collected seashells. It was a perfect day filled with laughter and sunshine."Answers:A. BoringB. FunC. TiringD. SadGreat job, you did awesome on the reading simulation paper! Keep practicing and you'll be a Level Four English pro in no time. Go you!篇4Title: Let's Have Fun with English Reading!Hello everyone! Today, we are going to have some fun with English reading. Are you ready? Let's get started!Question 1: Read the following passage and answer the questions below.Passage:One day, Timmy went to the zoo with his family. He saw many animals such as lions, tigers, and bears. They even saw a funny monkey swinging from branch to branch. Timmy had a great time at the zoo.Questions:1. Where did Timmy go with his family?2. What animals did Timmy see at the zoo?3. Which animal was swinging from branch to branch?Question 2: Fill in the blanks with the correct words.Tommy and his sister Mary went to the _____ (beach, park) to play. They built a sandcastle and collected seashells. It was a______ (sunny, rainy) day and they had a lot of fun.Question 3: Match the words to their meanings.1. Elephant A. A large cat with stripes2. Kangaroo B. A large mammal with a long trunk3. Tiger C. A marsupial that hops4. Giraffe D. A long-necked animalThat's all for today's English reading fun. I hope you enjoyed it! Keep practicing and you will become a pro in English reading. Bye-bye!篇5Title: Professional English Four-level Reading Mock Exam 202Hey guys, are you ready for a super fun reading challenge? Today we're going to do a professional English four-level reading mock exam! Don't worry, I'll guide you through it step by step. Let's get started!1. Reading Passage 1: Global WarmingGlobal warming is a big problem that affects our planet. It happens when the Earth's temperature rises because of greenhouse gases, like carbon dioxide. This can lead to extreme weather events, such as hurricanes and droughts. It's important for us to reduce our carbon footprint by using less energy and driving less.2. Reading Passage 2: Business CommunicationIn business, good communication is key to success. This means being able to speak clearly and write well. It's also important to listen carefully to others and understand their point of view. Effective communication can help build strong relationships with clients and colleagues.3. Reading Passage 3: Artificial IntelligenceArtificial intelligence (AI) is a technology that allows computers to think and learn like humans. It is used in many different industries, such as healthcare and finance. While AI can make our lives easier, it also raises ethical questions about privacy and automation.4. Reading Passage 4: Sustainable DevelopmentSustainable development means using resources in a way that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. This involves using renewable energy sources, recycling waste, and protecting the environment.Now that we've finished reading, it's time to answer some questions. Remember to read each question carefully and thinkabout the best answer. Don't forget to check your work before you hand it in. Good luck, and have fun with the mock exam!That's it for our professional English four-level reading mock exam. I hope you had a blast and learned something new along the way. Keep practicing your reading skills, and you'll be a pro in no time. Thanks for joining me today, and I'll see you next time!篇6Oh my gosh, guys! Today I'm gonna share with you a super duper awesome English reading test! It's like, so cool and stuff, you won't even believe it! Okay, let's get started!**Section One: Multiple Choice Questions**1. What is the main idea of the passage?a) The benefits of exerciseb) The history of the Internetc) Tips for studying Englishd) The importance of eating breakfast2. According to the passage, what is one benefit of reading every day?a) Better grades in schoolb) Stronger musclesc) Improved memoryd) Faster typing speed3. Which word best describes the tone of the passage?a) Excitedb) Seriousc) Confusedd) Sad**Section Two: True or False Statements**1. Reading in English is a waste of time. (False)2. Exercising regularly can improve your focus and concentration. (True)3. Eating breakfast is not important. (False)4. Watching TV all day is a good way to learn English. (False)**Section Three: Short Answer Questions**1. Why is it important to exercise regularly?2. How can reading help improve your English skills?3. What are some tips for studying English effectively?**Section Four: Discussion Questions**1. Do you think it's important to learn English? Why or why not?2. What are some ways you can practice speaking English every day?3. How do you feel about taking English exams?Wow, that was so fun, wasn't it? I hope you guys did great on the test. Remember, practice makes perfect, so keep working on your English skills every day. You guys are gonna be English pros in no time! Good luck and have fun! Bye-bye!篇7Oh my gosh, guys! Today I have this super duper hard English test to share with you. It's like a professional English Level 4 reading mock exam, and it's seriously gonna be a challenge for us. But don't worry, I'm here to help you tackle it!Okay, so the first question is about a reading passage on climate change. It talks about how global warming is causing all sorts of problems like melting ice caps and rising sea levels. We need to answer some questions based on the information in thepassage. Remember to read carefully and look for key words to help you find the answers!The next section is all about vocabulary. We have to match the words with their definitions. Make sure to think about the meaning of each word and how it fits into the sentence. Sometimes words can have different meanings depending on the context, so pay attention to that!Then, there's a grammar section where we have to choose the correct verb form or preposition to complete the sentences. This part can be tricky, so make sure to review your grammar rules before you start. Don't forget to check for subject-verb agreement and verb tense consistency!Last but not least, there's a writing task where we have to write a short essay on a given topic. Remember to organize your ideas coherently and use proper grammar and vocabulary. Try to include examples and details to support your arguments and make your essay more persuasive.Alright, guys! Let's put on our thinking caps and give it our best shot! Remember, practice makes perfect, so let's keep working hard and improving our English skills together. We can do this! Good luck, everyone!篇8Hello everyone! Today I'm going to share with you a simulated test paper for the Professional English Level 4 reading exam. It's going to be super fun, I promise!Question 1: Read the passage and answer the following questionsTitle: The Benefits of ReadingReading is super important because it helps our brains stay active and healthy. When we read, we use our imaginations to picture what's happening in the story. This makes our brains work hard and stay sharp.Question: What are some benefits of reading?Answer: Reading helps our brains stay active and healthy. It also helps improve our imagination and keeps our brains sharp.Question 2: True or False?Title: The Importance of EducationEducation is very important because it helps us learn new things and grow as individuals. By getting an education, we can open up more opportunities for ourselves in the future.Question: Education is not important for our future.Answer: False. Education is important for our future because it helps us learn new things and opens up opportunities for us.I hope you enjoyed this fun reading test! Keep practicing your English and you'll do great on the real test. Have a super awesome day!篇9Hey guys, today I'm going to help you practice for the Professional English Level 4 Reading test! It's super important to practice reading so we can get better at English. Let's get started with some fun reading passages and questions!Passage 1:Title: The Amazing World of AnimalsDid you know that there are over 1 million different species of animals in the world? Animals come in all shapes and sizes, from tiny ants to huge elephants. Some animals live in water, like fish and whales, while others live on land, like dogs and cats. Animals are so cool and amazing!Question 1: How many species of animals are there in the world?a) 100,000b) 1 millionc) 10 milliond) 100 millionQuestion 2: Where do fish and whales live?a) On landb) In the skyc) In waterd) Under the groundPassage 2:Title: The Solar SystemOur solar system is so big and beautiful! It consists of 8 planets, including Earth, Mars, and Jupiter. The sun is in the center of the solar system, and all the planets orbit around it. Some planets are rocky, while others are made of gas. Isn't it amazing how the solar system works?Question 3: How many planets are there in our solar system?a) 5b) 8c) 10d) 12Question 4: What is in the center of the solar system?a) The moonb) A starc) A black holed) A cometI hope you guys had fun reading these passages and answering the questions! Keep practicing and you'll improve your English skills in no time. Good luck on your test!篇10Hey guys, today I'm going to give you a practice test for the Professional English Level 4 exam. It's gonna be super fun, so let's get started!Reading Comprehension1. Read the following passage and answer the questions below:In recent years, technology has made great advancements in the field of education. With the rise of online learning platforms, students can now access educational materials from anywhere in the world. This has greatly increased the accessibility of education, especially for those in remote areas.Questions:a. What has made great advancements in education?b. How has online learning platforms impacted accessibility to education?c. Who benefits the most from online learning platforms?2. Read the passage below and answer the questions:The tourism industry plays a significant role in many countries' economies. In fact, tourism is often a major source of revenue for countries that rely on visitors to boost their economies. However, with the rise of global tourism, there are concerns about the impact on the environment and local communities.Questions:a. What role does the tourism industry play in many countries' economies?b. What are some concerns associated with global tourism?c. How can countries balance the economic benefits of tourism with environmental and social considerations?Vocabulary3. Fill in the blanks with the correct word from the word bank:Word Bank: facilitate, essential, criteria, sufficient, ensurea. Proper planning is ________ to the success of any project.b. The company has strict ________ for hiring new employees.c. The government needs to ________ that all citizens have access to healthcare.d. More funding is needed to ________ further research in this field.e. The new software will ________ communication between different departments.4. Match the words on the left with their definitions on the right:1. innovation2. sustainable3. requirement4. enhance5. collaborationa. the act of working together to achieve a common goalb. a condition that must be met or complied withc. the introduction of something new or differentd. capable of being maintained or sustainede. improve or increase the quality, value, or extent ofListening Comprehension5. Listen to the audio clip and answer the following question:What is the main topic of the conversation?a. The benefits of recyclingb. The importance of reducing wastec. The impact of pollution on the environmentAlright, that's all for today's practice test. I hope you all did a great job! Keep practicing and you'll ace the Professional English Level 4 exam in no time. Good luck!。

大学英语专业四级阅读理解模考试题及答案

大学英语专业四级阅读理解模考试题及答案When I was growing up, the whole world was Jewish. The heroes were Jewish and the villains were Jewish. The landlord, the doctor, the grocer, your best friend, the village idiot, and the neighborhood bully: all Jewish. We were working class and immigrants as well, but that just came with territory. Essentially we were Jews on thestreets of New York. We learned to be kind, cruel, smart and feeling in a mixture of language and gesture that was part street slang, part grade school English, part kitchen Yiddish.? One Sunday evening when I was eight years old my parents and I were riding in the back seat of my rich uncles car. We had been out for a ride and now we were back in the Bronx, headed forhome. Suddenly, another car sideswiped us. My mother and aunt shrieked. My uncle swore softly. My father, in whose lap I was sitting, said out the window at the speeding car, “Thats all right. Nothing but a few Jews in here.〞 In an instant I knew everything. I knew there was a world beyond our streets, and in that world myfather was humiliated man, without power or standing.? When I was sixteen,a girl in the next building had her nose straightened; we all went together to see Selma Shapiro lying in state, wrapped in bandages from which would emerge a person fit for life beyond the block. Three buildings away a boy went downtown for a job, and on his application he wrote “Arnold Brown〞instead of “Arnold Braunowiitz〞. The news swept through the neighborhood like a wild fire. A nose job? A name change? What was happening here? It was awful; it was wonderful. It was frightening; it was delicious. Whatever it was, it wasnt standstill. Things felt lively and active. Self?confidence was on the rise, passivity on the wane. We were goingto experience challenges. Thats what it meant to be in the new world. For the first time we could imagine ourselves out there.But who exactly do I mean when I say we? I mean Arnie, not Selma.I mean my brother, not me. I mean the boys, not the girls. My mother stood behind me, pushing me forward. “The girl goes to college, too,〞 she said. And I did. But my going to college would not mean the same thing as my mothers going to college, and we all knew it. For my brother, college meant going from the Bronx to Manhattan. But for me From the time I was fourteen I yearned to get out of the Bronx, but get out into what? I did not actually imagine myself a working person alone in Manhattan and nobody else did either. What I did imagine was that I would marry, and that the man I married would get me downtown. He would brave the perils of class and race, and somehow Id be there alongside him.24. In the passage, we can find the author was ______A. quite satisfied with her lifeB. a poor Jewish girlC. born in a middle class familyD. a resident in a rich area in New York25. Selma Shapiro had her nose straightened because she wanted______A. to look her bestB. to find a new job in the neighborhoodC. to live a new life in other placesD. to marry very soon26. Arnold Brown changed his name because ______A. there was racial discrimination in employmentB. Brown was just the same as BraunowiitzC. it was easy to writeD. Brown sounds better27. From the passage we can infer that ______A. the Jews were satisfied with their life in the BronxB. the Jewish immigrants could not be richC. all the immigrants were very poorD. the young Jews didnt accept the stern reality参考答案24. B) 根据文章第一段和最后一段可以很明显判断出“I〞是一位贫穷的.犹太小女孩。

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PART V READING COMPREHENSION [25 MIN]In this section there are four passages followed by questions or unfinished statements, each with four suggested answers marked A, B, C and D. Choose the one that you think is the best answer.TEXT AWe can begin our discussion of "population as global issue" with what most persons mean when they discuss "the population problem": too many people on earth and a too rapid increase in the number added each year. The facts are not in dispute, It was quite right to employ the analogy that likened demographic growth to "a long, thin powder fuse that burns steadily and haltingly until it finally reaches the charge and explodes."To understand the current situation, which is characterized by rapid increases in population, it is necessary to understand the history of population trends. Rapid growth is a comparatively recent phenomenon. Looking back at the 8,000 years of demographic history, we find that populations have been virtually stable or growing very slightly for most of human history. For most of our ancestors, life was hard, often nasty, and very short. There was high fertility in most places, but this was usually balanced by high mortality. For most of human history, it was seldom the case that one in ten persons would live past forty, while infancy and childhood were especially risky periods. Often, societies were in clear danger of extinction because death rates could exceed their birthrates. Thus, the population problem throughout most of history was how to prevent extinction of the human race.This pattern is important to notice. Not only does it put the current problems of demographic growth into a historical perspective, but it suggests that the cause of rapid increase in population in recent years is not a sudden enthusiasm for more children, but an improvement in the conditions that traditionally have caused high mortality.Demographic history can be divided into two major periods: a time of long, slow growth which extended from about 8,000 BC.till approximately AD. 1650. In the first period of some 9600 years, the population increased from some 8 million to 500 million in 1650. Between 1650 and the present, the population has increased from 500 million to more than 4 billion. And it is estimated that by the year 2000 there will be 6.2 billion people throughout the world. One way to appreciate this dramatic difference in such abstract numbers is to reduce the time frame to something that is more manageable. Between 8000BC and 1650, an average of only 50,000 persons was being added annually to the world's population each year. At present, this number is added every six hours. The increase is about 80,000,000 persons annually.1.Which of the following demographic growth pattern is most suitable for the long thin powder fuse analogy?A.A virtually stable or slightly decreasing period and then a sudden explosion of population.B.A slow growth for a long time and then a period of rapid, dramatic increase.C.Too many people on earth and a few rapid increase in the number added each year.D.A long period when death rates exceeds birthrates and then a short period with higher fertility and lowermortality.2.During the first period of demographic history, societies were often in danger of extinction because .A.only one in ten persons could live past 40.B.there was higher mortality than fertility in most places.C.it was too dangerous to have babies due to the poor conditions.D.our ancestors had little enthusiasm for more children.3.Which statement is true about population increase?A.There might be an increase of 2.2 billion persons from now to the year 2000.B.About 50,000 babies are born every six hours at present.C.Between 8000 BC and the present, the population increase is about 80,000,000 persons each year.D.The population increased faster between 8000BC and 1650 than between 1650 and the present.4.The author of the passage intends to .A.warn people against the population explosion in the near future.pare the demographic growth pattern in the past with that after 1650.C.find out the cause for rapid increase in population in recent years.D.present us a clear and complete picture of the demographic growth.5.The word "demographic" in the first paragraph means .A.statistics of human.B.surroundings study.C.accumulation of human.D.development of human.TEXT BChinese Americans today have higher incomes than Americans in general and higher occupational status. The Chinese have risen to this position despite some of the harshest discrimination and violence faced by any immigrants to the United States in the history of this country. Long confined to a narrow range of occupations they succeeded in those occupations and then spread out into other areas in later years, when opportunities finally opened up for them. Today much of the Chinese prosperity is due to the simple fact that they work more and have more (usually better) education than others. Almost one out of five Chinese families has three or more income earners compared to one out of thirteen for Puerto Ricans, one out of ten among American Indians, and one out of eight among Whites. When the Chinese advantages in working and educational are held constant, they have no advantage over other Americans. That is in a Chinese Family with a given number of people working and with a given amount of education by the head of the family, the income is not only about average for such families, and offer a little less than average.While Chinese Americans as a group are prosperous and well-educated Chinatowns are pockets of poverty, and illiteracy is much higher among the Chinese than among Americans in general. Those paradoxes are due to sharp internal differences. Descendants of the Chinese Americans who emigrated long ago from Toishan Province have maintained Chinese values and have added acculturation to American society with remarkable success. More recent Hong Kong Chinese are from more diverse cultural origins, and acquired western values and styles in Hong Kong, without having acquired the skills to proper and support those aspirations in the American economy. Foreign-born Chinese men in the United States are one-fourth lower incomes than native-born Chinese even though the foreign-born have been in the United States an average of seventeen years. While the older Hong Kong Chinese work tenaciously to sustain and advance themselves, the Hong Kong Chinese youths often react with resentment and antisocial behavior, including terrorism and murder. The need to maintain tourism in Chinatown causes the Chinese leaders to mute or downplay these problems as much as possible.6.According to the passage, today, Chinese Americans owe their prosperity to .A.their diligence and better education than others.B.their support of American government.C.their fight against discriminations.D.advantages in working only.7.The passage is mainly concerned with .A.chinese Americans today.B.social status of Chinese Americans today.C.incomes and occupational status of Chinese Americans today.D.problems of Chinese Americans today.8.Chinatowns are pockets of poverty, as is probably associated with .A.most descendants of Chinese Americans are rebelling.B.most descendants of Chinese Americans are illiterate.C.sharp internal difference between Chinese coming from different cultural backgrounds.D.only a few Chinese Americans are rich.9.Which of the following statements is not true according to this articleA.As part of the minority, Chinese Americans are still experiencing discrimination in American today.B.Nowadays, Chinese Americans are working in wider fields.C.Foreign-born Chinese earn lower income than native-born Chinese Americans with the similar advantagesin the U.S.D.None of the above.10.According to the author, which of the following can best describe the older Hong Kong Chinese and theyoungerA.Tenacious; rebellion.B.Conservative; open-minded.C.Out-of-date; fashionable.D.Obedient; disobedient.TEXT CA controversy erupted in the scientific community in early 1998 over the use of DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid ) fingerprinting in criminal investigations. DNA fingerprinting was introduced in 1987 as a method to identify individuals based on a pattern seen in their DNA, the molecule of which genes are made. DNA is present in every cell of the body except red blood cells. DNA fingerprinting has been used successfully in various ways, such as to determine paternity where it is not clear who the father of a particular child is. However, it is in the area of criminal investigations that DNA fingerprinting has potentially powerful and controversial uses.DNA fingerprinting and other DNA analysis techniques have revolutionized criminal investigations by giving investigators powerful new tools in the attempt to trove guilt, not just establish innocence. When used in criminal investigations, a DNA fingerprint pattern from a suspect is compared with a DNA fingerprint pattern obtained from such material as hairs or blood found at the scene of a crime. A match between the two DNA samples can be used as evidence to convict a suspect.The controversy in 1998 stemmed form a report published in December 1991 by population geneticists Richard C. Lewontin of Harvard University in Cambridge, Mass., and Daniel L. Hartl called into question the methods to calculate how likely it is that a match between two DNA fingerprints might occur by chance alone. In particular, they argued that the current method cannot properly determine the likelihood that two DNA samples will match because they came from the same individual rather than simply from two different individuals who are members of the same ethnic group. Lewontin and Hartl called for better surveys of DNA patterns methods are adequate.In response to their criticisms, population geneticists Ranajit Chakraborty of the University of Texas in Dallas and Kenneth K.Kidd of Yale University in New Haven, Conn., argued that enough data are already available to show that the methods currently being used are adequate. In January 1998, however, the federal Bureau of Investigation and laboratories that conduct DNA tests announced that they would collect additional DNA samples form various ethnic groups in an attempt to resolve some of these questions. And, in April, a National Academy of Sciences called for strict standards and system of accreditation for DNA testing laboratories.11.efore DNA fingerprinting is used, suspects .A.would have to leave their fingerprints for further investigationsB.would have to submit evidence for their innocenceC.could easily escape conviction of guiltD.cold be convicted of guilt as well12.DNA fingerprinting can be unreliable when .A.the methods used for blood- cell calculation are not accurateB.two different individuals of the same ethnic group may have the same DNA fingerprinting patternC.a match is by chance left with fingerprints that happen to belong to two different individualsD.two different individuals leave two DNA samples.13.To geneticists like Lewontin and Hartl, the current method .A.is not so convincing as to exclude the likelihood that two DNA samples can never come from twoindividualsB.is arguable because two individuals of the same ethnic group are likely to have the same DNA pattern.C.Is not based on adequate scientific theory of geneticsD.Is theoretically contradictory to what they have been studying14.The attitude of the Federal Bereau of Investigation shows that .A.enough data are yet to be collected form various ethnic groups to confirm the unlikelihood of two DNAsamples coming from two individual membersB.enough data of DNA samples should be collected to confirm that only DNA samples form the same personcan matchC.enough data are yet to be collected from various ethnic groups to determine the likelihood of two differentDNA samples coming form the same personD.additional samples from various ethnic groups should be collected to determine that two DNA samples areunlikely to come from the same person15.National Academy of Sciences holds the stance that .A.DNA testing should be systematizedB.Only authorized laboratories can conduct DNA testingC.The academy only is authorized to work out standards for testingD.The academy has the right to accredit laboratories for DNA testingTEXT DMost of us are taught to pay attention to what is said—the words. Words do provide us with some information, but meanings are derived from so many other sources that it would hinder our effectiveness as a partner to a relationship to rely too heavily on words alone. Words are used to describe only a small part of the many ideas we associate with any given message. Sometimes we can gain insight into some of those associations if we listen for more than words. We don't always say what we mean or mean what we say. Sometimes our words don't mean anything except " I'm letting off some steam. I don't really want you to pay close attention to what I'm saying. Just pay attention to what I'm feeling." Mostly we mean several things at once. A person wanting to purchase a house says to the current owner, "This step has to be fixed before I'll buy." The owner says, " It's been like that for years." Actually, the step hasn't been like that for years, but the unspoken message is: " I don't want to fix it. We put up with it. Why can't you?" The search for a more expansive view of meaning can be developed of examining a message in terms of who said it, when it occurred, the related conditions or situation, and how it was said.When a message occurs can also reveal associated meaning. Let us assume two couples do exactly the same amount of kissing and arguing. But one couple always kisses after an argument and the other couple always argues after a kiss. The ordering of the behaviors may mean a great deal more than the frequency of the behavior.A friend's unusually docile behavior may only be understood by noting that it was preceded by situations that required an abnormal amount of assertiveness. Some responses may be directly linked to a developing pattern of responses and defy logic. For example, a person who says "No!" to a serials of charges like "You're dumb," "You're lazy," and "You're dishonest," may also say "No!" and try to justify his or her response if the next statement is "And you're good looking."We would do well to listen for how messages are presented. The words, "If sure has been nice to have you over," can be said with emphasis and excitement or ritualistically. The phrase can be said once or repeated several times. And the meanings we associate with the phrase will change accordingly. Sometimes if we say something infrequently it assumes more importance; sometimes the more we say something the less importance it assumes.16.Effective communication is rendered possible between two conversing partners, if .A.they use proper words to carry their ideas.B.they both speak truly of their own feelings.C.they try to understand each other's ideas beyond words.D.they are capable of associating meaning with their words.17."I'm letting off some steam" in paragraph 1 means .A.I'm just calling your attention.B.I'm just kidding.C.I'm just saying the opposite.D.I'm just giving off some sound.18.The house-owner's example shows that he actually means .A.the step has been like that for years.B.he doesn't think it necessary to fix the step.C.the condition of the step is only a minor fault.D.the cost involved in the fixing should be shared.19.Some responses and behaviors may appear very illogical, but are justifiable if .A.linked to an abnormal amount of assertiveness.B.seen as one's habitual pattern of behavior.C.taken as part of an ordering sequence.D.expressed to a series of charges.20.The word "ritualistically" in the last paragraph equals something done .A.without true intention.B.light-heartedly.C.in a way of ceremony.D.with less emphasis.答案：1-5 ABADA 6-10 ACCCA 11-15 CBABB 16-20 DBABC。

大学英语专业四级阅读理解模拟试题(含答案)(04)

PART V READING COMPREHENSION [25 MIN]In this section there are four passages followed by questions or unfinished statements, each with four suggested answers marked A, B, C and D. Choose the one that you think is the best answer.TEXT ARacket, din clamor, noise, whatever you want to call it, unwanted sound is America's most widespreadnuisance. But noise is more than just a nuisance. It constitutes a real and present danger to people's health. Dayand night, at home, at work, and at play, noise can produce serious physical and psychological stress. No one isimmune to this stress. Though we seem to adjust to noise by ignoring it, the ear, in fact, never closes and thebody still responds—sometimes with extreme tension, as to a strange sound in the night.The annoyance we feel when faced with noise is the most common outward symptom of the stress buildingup inside us. Indeed, because irritability is so apparent, legislators have made public annoyance the basis ofmany noise abatement programs. The more subtle and more serious health hazards associated with stresscaused by noise traditionally have been given much less attention. Nevertheless, when we are annoyed or madeirritable by noise, we should consider these symptoms fair warning that other thing may be happening to us,some of which may be damaging to our health.Of many health hazards to noise, hearing loss is the most clearly observable and measurable by healthprofessionals. The other hazards are harder to pin down. For many of us, there may be a risk that exposure to thestress of noise increases susceptibility to disease and infection. The more susceptible among us may experiencenoise as a complicating factor in heart problems and other diseases. Noise that causes annoyance and irritabilityin health persons may have serious consequences for these already ill in mind or body.Noise affects us throughout our lives. For example, there are indications of effects on the unborn child whenmothers are exposed to industrial and environmental noise. During infancy and childhood, youngsters exposedto high noise levels may have trouble falling asleep and obtaining necessary amounts of rest.Why, then, is there not greater alarm about these dangers? Perhaps it is because the link between noise andmany disabilities or diseases has not yet been conclusively demonstrated. Perhaps it is because we tend todismiss annoyance as a price to pay for living in the modern world. It may also be because we still think ofhearing loss as only an occupational hazard.1.In Paragraph 1, the phrase "immune to" are used to mean ___.A.unaffected byB.hurt byC.unlikely to be seen byD.unknown by2.The author's attitude toward noise would best be described as ___.A.unrealisticB.traditionalC.concernedD.hysterical3.Which of the following best states the main idea of the passage?A.Noise is a major problem; most people recognize its importance.B.Although noise can be annoying, it is not a major problem.C.Noise is a major problem and has not yet been recognized as such.D.Noise is a major problem about which nothing can be done.4.The author condemns noise essentially because it ___.A.is against the lawB.can make some people irritableC.is a nuisanceD.in a ganger to people's health5.The author would probably consider research about the effects noise has on people to be ___.A.unimportantB.impossible.C.a waste of moneyD.essentialTEXT BWhat we know of prenatal development makes all this attempt made by a mother to mold the character of her unborn child by studying poetry, art, or mathematics during pregnancy seem utterly impossible. How could such extremely complex influences pass from the mother to the child? There is no connection between their nervous systems. Even the blood vessels of mother and child do not join directly. An emotional shock to the mother will affect her child, because it changes the activity of her glands and so the chemistry her blood. Any chemical change in the mother's blood will affect the child for better or worse. But we can not see how a looking for mathematics or poetic genius can be dissolved in blood and produce a similar liking or genius in the child.In our discussion of instincts we saw that there was reason to believe that whatever we inherit must be of some very simple sort rather than any complicated or very definite kind of behavior. It is certain that no one inherits a knowledge of mathematics. It may be, however, that children inherit more or less of a rather general ability that we may call intelligence. If very intelligent children become deeply interested in mathematics, theywill probably make a success of that study.As for musical ability, it may be that what is inherited is an especially sensitive ear, a peculiar structure of the hands or the vocal organs connections between nerves and muscles that make it comparatively easy to learn the movements a musician must execute, and particularly vigorous emotions. If these factors are all organized around music, the child may become a musician. The same factors, in other circumstance might be organized about some other center of interest. The rich emotional equipment might find expression in poetry. The capable fingers might develop skill in surgery. It is not the knowledge of music that is inherited, then nor even the love of it, but a certain bodily structure that makes it comparatively easy to acquire musical knowledge and skill. Whether that ability shall be directed toward music or some other undertaking may be decided entirely by forces in the environment in which a child grows up.6.Which of the following statements is not true?A. Some mothers try to influence their unborn children by studying art and other subjects during theirpregnancy.B. It is utterly impossible for us to learn anything about prenatal development.C. The blood vessels of mother and child do not join directly.D. There are no connection between mother's nervous systems and her unborn child's.7. A mother will affect her unborn baby on the condition that ____.A. she is emotionally shockedB.she has a good knowledge of inheritanceC. she takes part in all kind of activitiesD. she sticks to studying8.According to the passage, a child may inherit____.A. everything from his motherB. a knowledge of mathematicsC. a rather general ability that we call intelligenceD. her mother's musical ability9.If a child inherits something from his mother, such as an especially sensitive ear, a peculiar structure of thehands or of the vocal organs, he will ____.A. surely become musicianB. mostly become a poetC. possibly become a teacherD. become a musician on the condition that all these factors are organized around music10.Which of the following is the best title for the passage?A. Role of Inheritance.B. An Unborn Child.C. Function of instincts.D. Inherited Talents.TEXT CThere are two factors which determine an individual's intelligence. The first is the sort of brain he is born with. Human brains differ considerably , some being more capable than others. But no matter how good a brain he hasto begin with, an individual will have a low order of intelligence unless he has opportunities to learn. So thesecond factor is what happens to the individual—the sort of environment in which he is brought up. If an individual is handicapped(不利) environmentally, it is likely that his brain will fail to develop and he will never attain the level of intelligence of which he is capable.The importance of environment in determining an individual's intelligence can be demonstrated by the case history of the identical twins, Peter and Mark. Being identical, the twins had identical brains at birth, and theirgrowth processes were the same. When the twins were three months old, their parents died, and they wereplaced in separate foster(抚养) homes. Peter was raised by parents of low intelligence in an isolated community with poor educational opportunities. Mark was reared in the home of well-to-do parents who had been tocollege. He was read to as a child, sent to good schools, and given every opportunity to be stimulated intellectually. This environmental difference continued until the twins were in their late teens, when they weregiven tests to measure their intelligence. Mark's I. Q. was 125, twenty-five points higher than the average andfully forty points higher than his identical brother. Given equal opportunities, the twins, having identical brains,would have tested at roughly the same level.11.This selection can best be titled____________.A. Measuring Your IntelligenceB. Intelligence and EnvironmentC. The Case of Peter and MarkD. How the Brain Influences Intelligence12.The best statement of the main idea of this passage is that _______.A. human brains differ considerablyB. the brain a person is born with is important in determining his intelligenceC. environment is crucial in determining a person's intelligenceD. persons having identical brains will have roughly the same intelligence13.According to the passage, the average I. Q. is_______.A. 85 .B. 100C. 110D. 12514.The case history of the twins appears to support the conclusion that_______.A. individuals with identical brains seldom test at the same levelB. an individual's intelligence is determined only by his environmentC. lack of opportunity blocks the growth of intelligenceD. changes of environment produce changes in the structure of the brain15.This passage suggests that an individual's I. Q. _______.A. can be predicted at birthB. stays the same throughout his lifeC. can be increased by educationD. is determined by his childhoodTEXT DPersonality is，to large extent, inherent --A-type parents usually bring about A-type offspring. But the environment must also have a profound effect, since if competition is improtant to the parents, it is likely to become a major factor lives of their children.One place where children soak up A characteristics is school, which is, by its very nature, a highly competitive institution. Too many schools adopt the "win at all costs" moral standard and measure their success by sporting achievements. The current passion for making children compete against their classmates or against the clock produces a two-layer system, in which competitive A types seem in some way better than their B-type fellows. Being too keen to win can have dangerous consequences:remember that Pheidippides ,the first marathon runner, dropped dead seconds after saying:"Rejoice, we conquer!".By far the worst form of competition in school is the disproportionate emphasis on examinations . It is a rare school that allows pupils to concentrate on those things they do well.The merits of competition by examinationare somewhat questionable, but competition in the certain knowledge of failure is positively harmful.Obviously, it is neither practical nor desirable that all A youngsters change into 'B's. The would needs types, and schools have an important duty to try to fit a child's personality to his possible future employment. It is top management.16.According to the author, what factors contribute to the building of personality?A. inheritanceb. inheritance, competition and environmentc. competitiond. environment17.Which of the following statements is not true according to the author of the passage?A.Schools usually adopt severe competitive policies.B. Students are often divided by competition results.C. School is place where children cultivate their characteristics.D. The stronger desire for winning, the better.18.The phrase "soak up" is closest in meaning to ____.A. pull upb. take upc. take ind. pull in19.What attitude does the author hold toward examinations in schools?A. positiveb. negativec. doubtfuld. neutral20.what suggestion does the author make concerning the management of schools?A. All students be made into competitive A types.B. A child's personality be considered in regard to his possible future job.C. All students be changed into B characteristics.D. Schools abolish all forms of examinations.答案： 1-5 ACCDD 6-10 BACDA 11-15 B C B C C 16-20 BDCCB。

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英语专业四级阅读理解模拟题A simple piece of rope hangs between some environmentally friendly Americans and their neighbors. On one side stand those who have begun to see clothes dryers as wasteful consumers of energy (up to 6% of total electricity) and powerful emitters of carbon dioxide (up to a ton of CO2 per household every year). As an alternative, they are turning to clotheslines as part of what Alexander Lee, an environmentalist, calls "what-I-can- do environmentalism."But on the other side are people who oppose air-drying laundry outside on aesthetic grounds. Increasingly, they have persuaded community and homeowners associations(HOAs) across the U.S. to ban outdoor clotheslines, which they say not only look unsightly but also lower surrounding property values. Those actions, in turn, have sparked a right-to-dry movement that is pressing for legislation to protect the choice to use clotheslines. Only three states--Florida, Hawaii and Utah--have laws written broadly enough to protect clotheslines. Right-to-dry advocates argue that there should be more.Matt Reck is the kind of eco-conscious guy who feeds his trees with bathwater and recycles condensation drops from his air conditioners to water plants. His family also uses a clothesline. But Otto Hagen, president of Reck's HOA in Wake Forest, N.C., notified him that a neighbor h, ad complained about his line. The Recks ignored the warning and still dry their clothes on a rope in the yard. "Many people claim to be environmentally friendly but don't take matters into their own hands," says Reck. HOAs Hagen has decided to hold off taking action. "I'm not going to go crazy," he says. "But if Matt keeps his line and more neighbors complain, I'll have to address it again."North Carolina lawmakers tried and failed earlier this year to insert language into an energy bill that would expressly prevent HOAs from regulating clotheslines. But the issue remains a touchy one with HOAs and real estate agents. "Most aesthetic restrictions are rooted, to a degree, in the belief that homogenous (统一协调的) exteriors are supportive of property value," says Sara Stubbins, executive director of the Community Association Institute's North Carolina chapter. In other words, associations worry that housing prices will fall if prospective buyers think their would-be neighbors are too poor to afford dryers.Alexander Lee dismisses the notion that clotheslines devalue property assets, advocating that the idea "needs to change in light of global warming." "We all have to do at least something to decrease our carbon footprint," Alexander Lee says.1. What is NOT mentioned as a disadvantage of using clothes dryers?A. Electricity consumption.B. Air pollution.C. Waste of energy.D. Ugly looking.2. Which of the following is INCORRECT?A. Opposers think air-drying laundry would devalue surrounding assets.B. Opposers consider the outdoor clothesline as an eyesore to the scenery.C. Right-to-dry movements led to the pass of written laws to protect clotheslines.D. Most of states in the US have no written laws to protect clotheslines.3. What is the HOAs' attitude towards the regulation of outdoor clotheslines?A. Concerned.B. Impartial.C. Supportive.D. Unclear.4. In the last paragraph Alexander Lee recommends thatA. clotheslines should be banned in the community.B. clotheslines wouldn't lessen the property values.C. the globe would become warmer and warmer.D. we should protect the environment in the community.5. An appropriate title for the passage might beA. Opinions on Environmental Protection.B. Opinions on Air-drying Laundry.C. What-I-Can-Do Environmentalism.D. Restrictions on Clotheslines.参考答案与解析：文章概要：本文探讨是否该用晾衣绳在室外晾晒衣服。

第l段指出干衣机不利环保，由此引出用晾衣绳晾衣服的话题；第2段介绍对用晾衰绳晒衣服的两种对立观点；第3段描述环保主义者Matt Reck用晾衣绳在室外晒衣服，并指出他的行为引发邻居的不满及业主委员会成员Otto Hagen的注意；第4段指出北卡罗来纳州立法者试图修订法律规定业主委员会对住户是否在室外晾衣无权干涉，法案却没有通过的原因；最后一段：Alexander Lee认为人们应该改变观念，为减少碳排放量贡献力量。

答案解析：1[D]细节判断题。

考查使用干衣机的弊端，文章第1段第2句话对此有叙述：有些人认为干衣机浪费能源从而造成电的损耗．释放的二氧化碳污染空气，A、B、C选项分别列举了这些弊端，本题是逆向选择题，要求选出不是干衣机弊端的一项，故选D2．[C]细节判断题。

第2段提到，户外晾衣绳不仅破坏优美的风景还降低房产价值，A、B 都对。

D与本段最后一句表述也相符。

C无法从文中推断出来，故选C。

3．[C]观点态度题。

考查HOAs协会的成员对限制使用晾衣绳的态度。

第3段最后几旬提到，如果Matt继续使用晾衣绳，HOAs的成员Hagen就要直接出面说Matt了，这间接表明了HOAs 协会的态度；另外，从第4段前两句，也可推知C正确。

4．[D]段落细节题。

在最后一段，Alexander Lee提出，鉴于全球变暖我们的观念需要改变，至少要做到尽可能减少碳物质的排放。

因此选项D符合题意。

A与原文意思相反；B虽然是Alexander Lee的观点，却不是他要提倡的，故不选。

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