四级模拟4

CET4全真模拟测试近年来，随着全球经济的发展和交流的日益频繁，英语作为一门国际通用语言的重要性日益凸显。

对于中国大多数学生来说，英语考试已经成为他们学习生涯中的一道重要关口。

其中，CET4作为普通高校学生必须通过的英语考试之一，更是备受关注。

为了帮助学生更好地应对CET4考试，下面将为大家提供一份全真模拟测试，希望大家认真对待，取得理想的成绩。

第一部分：听力理解（共30分）第一节（共5小题；每小题1.5分，共7.5分）请听下面5段对话。

每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。

听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。

每段对话仅读一遍。

1. What are the speakers trying to do?A. Borrow a pen.B. Buy a pencil.C. Find some paper.2. Where does the conversation probably take place?A. In a theater.B. In a studio.C. In a zoo.3. What does the man ask the woman to do?A. Stop crying.B. Change her mind.C. Go on a trip.4. What will the woman do next?A. See a play.B. Watch a movie.C. Buy a ticket.5. What time will the meeting start?A. At 7:00 am.B. At 7:30 am.C. At 8:00 am.第二节（共10小题；每小题1.5分，共15分）请听下面4段对话或独白。

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

大学英语四级试卷（满分120分，考试时间90分钟）一、选择题：（本题共20小题，每小题3分，共60分）1.All parts of this sewing machine are______so that it is very simple to get replacements for them.A.mechanizedB.minimizedC.modernizedD.standardized2.All students in this university are requested to_____with the regulations.A.yieldplyC.submitD.consent3.All the parts of this washing machine are_____,so that it is very convenient to replace them.A.normalizedB.modernizedC.mechanizedD.standarlized4.All their_____have been shown up by their own deeds.A.debatesB.decorationsC.deductionsD.deceptions5.Although Asian countries are generally more_____in social customs than Western countries,there have been several notable examples of women leaders in both China and India.A.conservativeB.confidentialprehensiveD.consistent6.He rested his neck on_____right hand and looked me in______face.A.the,theB.his,hisC.the,hisD.his,the7.______a laser to operate,stimulated emission must predominate over absorption throughout the laser medium.A.Ordering toB.For orderingC.In order forD.The order of8.An increase in wages is an incentive_______better work.A.toB.inC.ofD.for9.Wine and song are appropriate________the occasion.A.atB.toC.onD.by10.The death of the President is a loss regretted______all.A.toB.forC.atD.by11.A doctor by training_______he was,he proved himself to be a greaterA.asB.thoughC.sinceD.if12._____the stress of examinations is over,we can all relax.A.WhileB.Even thoughC.ForD.How that13.Our city has recently started a traffic safety______.A.legendB.souvenirC.sacrificeD.campaign14.It is believed that reserves of petrol in Iraq are________to last for fifty years.A.sufficientB.efficientC.persistentD.effective15.Appreciation of a piece of art work______studies of the art,the artists,and the periods they live in.A.consistsposesC.containsD.involves16.We thought there must be something__because we hadn't heard from you for quite a long time.()A.rightB.wrongD.Bad is17.Jenny has learned a great deal of country music since____jin Nashville.()A.arrivesB.arrivingC.arrivedD.had arrived18.She had completed the work all by herself,__surprised all of us.()A.it isB.sheC.thatD.which19.Hurry up,_you will miss the first train.()A.andB.thenC.butD.or that20.The shirt doesn't fit me.it's.small for me.()A.to muchB.much tooC.too many二、翻译（共5小题，每小题3分；共计15分）1、他用所有的积蓄为儿子买了一辆自行车。

Model Test 4 (模拟)Listening ComprhensionSection A11. M: Excuse me! The shirt is not the size I want. I thought it was a 40, but I found it was 38. Wouldyou please change it for me?W: Of course, sir.Q: Where is this conversation most probably taking place? C12. M: It’s been pouring for 3 days now. I begin to wonder if it’ll ever stop.W: And tomorrow is gonna be my day at the beach. But if it doesn’t clear up by then, I’ll just have forget about that.Q: What does the woman imply? D13. M: excuse me, has there been an emergency?W: Oh, no sir. There has just been a storm so the plane will leave a little later this afternoon.Q: What do we learn about the flight? A14. W: Professor Black was so strange today.M: I noticed that, too. He was talking so quietly and then not giving us any homework at all. Can you believe that?Q: What can you inferred about professoe Black? A15. W: Hey, don’t forget to bring that book back from the library on your way home.M: Oh, thanks for reminding me. I am on my way.Q: What will the man probably do next? D16. M: I’m having trouble fitting into my jeans. Looks like I’ll have to get some new ones.W: Oh, you wouldn’t do that if you just cut down on what you eat.Q: What does the woman imply the man should do? B17. W: What a wonderful view! Could you take a picture of me with the flowers in the background?M: I am sorry, I just ran out of film.Q: What does the man imply? D18. M: I’m not sure what I’m in a mood for. Pizza or a hamburger? They are both really good here.W: The movie starts in an hour and we still have to get there and park. So just make a decision.Q: What does the woman suggest the man do? BConversation 1W: Hi, Kevin. Y our roommate told me that I could find you in the TV lounge(休息室；起居室).What are you doing here?M: What does it look like I am doing?W: Well, it looks like you are watching television. But we have a linear algebra(线性代数) mid-term tomorrow, so I thought you’d be studying for it and maybe I can study with you.M: Oh, well, I was just taking a break. This linear algebra stuff gives me a headache if I work on it too long.W: I know what you mean. I’ve been working on it for 3 hours through it already. I’m beginning to go cross. I’d been theorizing at the sample problems. I just don’t get some of them.M: But I can’t believe you are coming to me. I mean you do know what I got on the last test, don’t you?W: Y eah, I know. Y ou told me. I just thought two heads might be better than one.M: Y eah, that’s a nice idea. But, you know, I wish I knew that person in our class who got a hundred on the last test. She didn’t miss a Q. Umm, was it Elizabeth?W: Oh, yeah, Elizabeth! She is friend of mine. She’d be a big help right now. Why don’t give her a call?M: What? At this hour? It’s already ten thirty. I don’t wanna impose on her.W: Y eah, I guess you are right. But you know what, she owes me a big favor. Let’s at least give her a call and see what she says. Maybe going over some of the problem with us would help her review the material.M: It’s worth a try.Questions 19 to 22 are based on the conversation you have just heard.19. What are the speakers mainly discussing? D20. Why is the man watching television? A21. Why is the man surprised that the woman wants to study linear algebra with him? D22. Why doesn’t the man want to call Elizabeth? CConversation 2M: Parcel Express. Good morning. How can I help you?W: Good morning. I’m thinking of sending a parcel to New Y ork next week. Can you tell me what the procedure is, please?M: Certainly. When you ring us we need the following information: the invoice(发货单) address, that’s probably your address, isn’t it? And then the pick-up address if that’s different. And a contact phone number.W: Just a moment. I’m taking notes. Phone number, right.M: Then we need the full name, address and phone number of the person you are sending the parcel to.W: Ok. Anything else?M: Y es, the weight and dimensions(尺寸,容积) of the parcel, that’s height, width, and length, and the value of the goods and the full description.W: Value description.M: Yes, but don’t seal the parcel. Y ou need to leave it open so that the driver can check the contents when he collects it. After the recent bombing, the airline said that we had to check all parcels. They told us we had to do it.W: Fine. Now last question. How long will the parcel take to get to New Y ork?M: One or two working days. There are daily flights at midday. And if we collect the parcel from you at 10:15, then your parcel catches that flight, and it’ll arrive in 24 hours.W: Right. Thank you very much. Y ou’ve been very helpful.M: Not at all. Goodbye.W: Goodbye.Questions 23 to 25 are based on the conversation you have just heard.23. Which of the following is NOT needed by Parcel Express? C24. Why must parcels be left open according to the coversation? B25. What’s the woman’s last inquiry mainly concerned with? ASection B亨利. 福特不仅作为规模化生产的先驱为大家所熟知，他对工人生产条件的改进也同样应该受到人们的尊敬。

2022年大学英语四级考试模拟试题4姓名年级学号题型选择题填空题解答题判断题计算题附加题总分得分评卷人得分一、单选题1.Bullying is a distinctive pattern of harming and humiliatingothers.Those who are in some way smaller,weaker，younger or more26_____ than the bully often fall victims.Bullying is not commonaggression; it is a deliberate and repeated 27_____ to cause harm to others of lesser power.Bullies are made，not born，and it happens at an early age，if the 28_____ aggression of 2-year-olds isn't handled well.Many studies show that bullies lack pro-social behavior，are29_____ by anxiety，and do not feel empathy for others'situations.Those who chronically bully have strained relationshipswith parents and peers.Bullies couldn't exist without victims，and they don't pick on justanyone—those 30_____ out lack assertiveness and radiate fear longbefore they ever encounter a bully.The psychological difficultiesvictims experienced in childhood and adolescence may produce negative 31_____ well into adulthood.Unfortunately,parents，teachers，andother adults are not 32_____ aware of how widespread bullying is and how damaging it can be to psychological health.Increasingly，children are growing up without the kinds of experiences that lead to the development of social skills，and free play has been in 33_____.Yet，it's in playing with peers，without adult monitoring，that children 34_____ the skills that make them weU-liked by age-mates and learn how to solve social problems.But children learn a lot about 35_____ their social worlds by seeking guidance from their parents，so discussing with your children norms and values does matter.空白处26.应填无A.acquireB.alarminglyC.attemptD.declineE.droppedF.indifferentG.navigatingH.normalI.outcomesJ.preferencesK.restrainingL.singledM.sufficientlyN.untroubledO.vulnerable √解析：空格位于连词or之后，与之并列的smaller、weaker和younger均为形容词，因此，空格处应填入形容词且感情色彩应与前面几个单词一致，故选O）vulnerable“脆弱的，易受……伤害的”。

范文范例精心整理大学英语四级模拟题四一二三四五六试卷总核查人得分Part One Reading Comprehension(2’×10 = 20 ’)Directions:There are 2 passages in this section.Each passage is followed by somequestions 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 Sheetwith a single line through the centre.Passage OneAir pollution can spread from city to city.It even spreads from one country to another. Some northern European countries have had “ black snow” from pollutants that have traveled through the air from other countries and have fallen with the snow. So air pollution is really a global problem.Air pollution can kill babies, older people, and those who have respiratory（呼吸的）diseases. As found in cities, air pollution increases the risks of certain lung diseases.Air pollution can cause both airplane and car accidents because it cuts down visibility （能见度） . There are other possible health dangers from air pollution that we don’ t know much about. For example, scientists are trying to find out whether chemicals that reach usfrom the air may cause changes in our cells. These changes might cause babies to be bornwith serious birth defects. Scientists are trying to learn how all the many chemicals areapt （易于的） to take into our bodies from air,water,food,and even medicines act together to affect our health and the way our bodies work.That is another reason why it is so important to begin to control pollution now instead of waiting until we learn all the answers.Air pollution costs us a lot of money. It corrodes（腐蚀） our buildings.It damages farm crops and forests. It has a destructive effect on our works of art. The cost of all thisdamage to our government is great. It would be much more worthwhile, both for us and forthe government, to spend our tax dollars on air pollution control.1. Air pollution may lead to airplane accidents because.A. it may cause pilots to be illB. engines may fail from the air-borne dirtC. visibility is reducedD. it brings a lot of black snow 2. Scientists are trying to find a link between pollution and .A. intelligence levelsB. birth problemsC. man ’ s behaviorD. the nervous system3. Scientists have not yet determined .A. all of the effects of pollution on the human bodyB. how pollution can be controlled successfullyC. when the atmosphere first became pollutedD. how some snow becomes black4. The author suggests that before air pollution becomes more serious, .A. factories will be forced to stop operatingB. buildings should be protectedC. the earth will begin to grow colderD. more money should be spent to solve the problem5. We can conclude that .A. civilization may be ruined if pollution is not controlledB. pollution is more serious in Europe than it is in AmericaC. most people do not know that pollution is a serious problemD. we should learn all the answers before we begin to control pollutionPassage TwoStiletto heels could be banned from the workplace because of health and safe according to British Trade Union bosses. The Trade Union Congress, predominantly male, has proposed a motion arguing that high heels are disrespectful to women while contribute to long term injuries. They propose instead that women wear“ sen with an inch heel limit in an attempt to avoid future foot and back pain as well The motion is due to be debated at next month’ s conference. The motion states: believes high heels may look glamorous on the Hollywood catwalks but are completely in appropriate for the day-to-day working environment.Feet bear the burden of dai for many workers prolonged standing, badly fitted footwear, and in particular high heelscan be a hazard. Around two million days a year are lost through sickness as a result oflower limb disorders.Wearing high heels can cause long-term foot problems and foot,knee and back pain and damaged joints.Many employers in the retail sector workers to wear high heels as part of their dress code.More must be done to rais of this problem so that women workers and their feet are protected.”Nadline Dorries, the Tory Member of Parliament, however criticized the motion and saidthe extra height heels give women can help them when in the workplace.“I ’need every inch of my Christian Louboutin heels to look my male colleagues in the eye,she said.“If high heels were banned in Westminster, no one would be able to find me. The Trade Union leaders need to get real,stop using obvious sexist tactics by discussin范文范例精心整理stilettos to divert tension away from Labor chaos.”Michelle Dewberry, a former winner of The Apprentice, said the motion was patronizing（自认为高人一等的）. “This is absolutely ridiculous and I think these union officials should be spending their time dealing with more important issues” , she said.“I’ m at work in five-inch heels and perfectly able to do my job. Heels are sexy, they boost your confidenceand they are empowering to women. I can’ t imagine these officials debating a motion abouthow tightly men should wear their ties. Wearing heels is a personal choice.”6. Which of the following best explains what stiletto heels are?A. Very high heels that women wear.B. Shoes with an inch heel limitC. High heels most appropriate for catwalks.D. Shoes most suitable for retailsector worker7.Why do the Trade Union leaders propose to ban stiletto heels from the workplace?A. Because they don ’ t want to have the workplace look like Hollywood.B. Because they think the stiletto heels give women excuse to ask for a sick leave.C. Because the shoes are believed to be harmful to people’ s health.D. Because they hold the idea that women themselves should decide what to wear.8. Why did Nadline Dorries criticize the motion?A. Because she feels the extra height helps people to find her.B. Because she feels the extra height improves her vision.C. Because she feels the extra height adds to her personal charm.D. Because she feels the extra height makes her more confident.9. What is Michelle Dewberry’s opinion on the motion?A. The union leaders should mind their own business.B. Women are perfectly able to decide what to wear.C. Union officials shouldn’ t have debates on any motions.D. Women will never be hurt wearing the stiletto heels.10. What can you infer from the passage?A. Union leaders care about women employees very much.B. Women think differently from male union leaders.C. There is going to be a heated debate over this motion.D. Height means power and confidence at workplaces.Part Two Listening Comprehension(35’)Section A(1 ’×15 = 15 ’) Directions:In this section, you will hear 8 short conversations and 2 long conversations.At the end of each conversation, one or more questions will be asked about what was said.Both the conversation and the questions will be spoken only once. After each question there will be a pause. During the pause, you must read the four choices marked A), B), C) and D),and decide which is the best answer. Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer sheet line through the centre.11. A. Invite four people to dinner.B.Book a corner table for six.C.Give a birthday party in the restaurant.D.Book a table for four people at 6:00.12.A. Teacher and student. B. Patient and doctor.C. Customer and waiter.D. Husband and wife.13.A. Walking. B. Sightseeing.C. Driving.D. Shopping.14. A. The man lives in New York.B.The man enjoys his trip.C.The man is going to phone the woman.D.Someone is waiting for him.15. A. She will decide later.B.She doesn ’t care for either.C.She doesn ’t want to go out.D.She wants the man to decide.16. A. Frank ’s car was accidentally lost.B.Frank was killed in a car accident.C.Frank fell out of a car.D.Frank survived a car accident.17. A. At 8:30. B. At 9:00.C. At 9:10.D. At 10:00.18. A. Coming back for a later show.B.Waiting in a queue.ing back in five minutes.D.Not going to the movie today.Conversation OneQuestions 19 to 22 are based on the conversation you have just heard.19. A. 80 pounds a month.B.100 pounds a month.C.Ranging from 80 to 100 pounds a month.D.180 pounds a month.20. A. 2 bedrooms with the kitchen and dining room separated or combined.B.2 bedrooms with kitchen and dining room separated.C.2 bedrooms with kitchen and dining room combined.D. 2 bedrooms without the kitchen and dining room.21. A. 0.5 mile.B.1 mile.C.1.5 miles.D.2 miles.22. A. Look for more houses that might meet their needs.B.Go to the ideal house and have a look.C.Talk with their parents about the rental fees.D.Sign the contract terms.Conversation TwoQuestions 23 to 25 are based on the conversation you have just heard.23. A. Their different plans for summer vacation.B.A vacation without the sea.C.The silver beams of the moon reflected on the ocean.D.A group of tourists going to the mountain every summer.24. A. To go swimming every day.B.To stay in the mountains as usual.C.To go to the seaside.D.To enjoy the silver beams of the moon.25. A. He likes swimming.B.He will still go to the mountains this summer.C.He doesn ’ t want to go to the seaside.D.He will go to a seaside city alone.(1 ’×10=10 ’)In this section, you are going to hear three short passages. At the end of each passage, you will hear some questions. Both the passages 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 with a single line through the centre.Passage OneQuestions 26 to 28 are based on the passage you have just heard.26 A. Lack of confidence.ck of intelligence.C.Carelessness.D.Absent-mindedness.27 A. To accompany his children on a train ride. 范文范例精心整理B. To have a holiday with his children on the beach.C. To take his children to visit a friend of his in a seaside town.D. To stay at home and take care of his children.28 A. He could not find his children at the station.B.He could not find the piece of paper his wife gave him.C.He forgot the phone number of his home.D.The train had already gone.Passage TwoQuestions 29 to 31 are based on the passage you have just heard.29 A. She told Peter to buy her an inexpensive gift.B.She told Peter not to buy her a gift.C.She told Peter to buy her an expensive gift.D.She told Peter not to buy any gift but write her a letter.30 A. The history and grammar of languages.B.Everyday use of language.C.Homes, work, coffee shops, elevators, and supermarkets.D.The relationship between people.31 A. The differences between the way men and women travel to different places.B. The differences in the way people treat others’ conversation.C. The differences between the way men and women communicate.D. The differences in the way people from different geographic areas behave.Passage ThreeQuestions 32 to 35 are based on the passage you have just heard.32 A. He listens to music and makes music himself.B. He listens to music from early in the morning till late at night, at home anC. He goes to discos, parties and concerts frequently.D. He listens to music while he is having breakfast and doing homework.33 A. It makes young people neglect their studies.B.It causes clashes between parents and their teenage children.C.It is often too loud.D.It is often linked to young people taking drugs.34 A. Steve would take drugs.B.Steve ’ s hearing would be damaged someday.C.Steve would sooner or later get mixed up with some evil guys.D.Steve would become self-centered.35 A. Music has become a very important part of life for children and adults.B.Whether music is good or not to people depends on how it is used.Section B Directions:范文范例精心整理C. Teenagers nowadays spend less time on their studies than listening to music.D. Music has more negative effects than positive effects on teenagers.Section C(10’ )Directions: In this section, you will hear a passage three times. When the passage is readfor the first time, you should listen carefully for its general idea. When the passage isread for the second time,you are required to fill in the blanks numbered from 36to43 with the exact words you have just heard. For blanks numbered from 44 to 46 you are required tofill in the missing information. For these blanks, you can either use the exact words youhave just heard or write down the main points in your own words. Finally, when the passageis read for the third time, you should check what you have written.（请写在答题纸上）Advertising is a way of bringing(36)to the public for the purpose of selling a product, a service, an idea, or an (37). The information is transmitted bymeans of (38) ___________ word or over the air. It may be presented as a simple (39)____________of fact, or as more often,it may be offered in colorful or even (40) language.All advertising is intended to stimulate people to do some (41)__________ things, such as buy a product, order a service, join an organization, or (42) ___________ a meetingand so on. Each advertisement is paid for by a person, a group, an organization, or a (43)___________ enterprise seeking to advance his or her goals.In a modern society,everyone uses advertising in one way or another. A person may obtain a job by answering a classified ad,or sometimes called a small ad. It is placed in a newspaper by those wishing to sell or buy something,lease or rent something,offer or get employment, etc. (44) _____________________ whose advertisements express ideas that attract him. Inchoosing food products and other items of daily living, he is usually guided or influencedby advertising. (45) ___________________________.Advertising has certainly played an important part in making modern goods and servicesavailable to the general public, it hastened consumer’ s acceptance of such new productsas cars,telephones,electric refrigerators,and frozen foods.(46) ___________________________________.Part Three Vocabulary and Structure(0.5’×20 =10’)Directions: There are 20 incomplete sentences in this part. For each sentence there are four choices marked A, B, C and D. Choose the ONE answer that best completes the sentence. Then mark the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the centre.47.Isn ’t this straw hat beautiful? My wife ________ it on her business trip to China lastyear.A. runs intoB. came upon withC. came uponD. comes acros48. The spokesman was merely given a _____ version of the document, so he didn’about the details.A. condenseB. condensedC. condensingD. condensable49.To be granted a substantial yearly bonus（奖金） is considered________ to getin pay.A. comparisonB. comparativeC. comparablyD. comparable50.The boss ________ him that she had no plan to let him go.A. insuredB. ensuredC. assuredD. sured51.Plenty of football and basketball clubs are eager to________young athletesgreat promise.A. smashB. sponsorC. steerD. spur52._________ fired, your health care and other benefits would not be immediately cut off.A. Would you beB. Should you beC. Could you beD. Might you be53.Anyone without patience and _________ is unlikely to make a good researcher.A. persistenceB. consistC. consistenceD. pe54.The new secretary has written a remarkably ________ report within a few hundredwords but with all the important details included.A. briskB. preciseC. elaborateD. concise55. He returned to his hometown so that he could ________ his passion for football.A. indulgeB. breakC. limitD. ob56.From all the indications, it is safe to ________ that the prices of cars will go downby large margins.A. consumeB. assureC. resumeD. assume57.He tried to explain the complicated theory to me, but I got even more _______ by thetechnical terms in his explanation.A. encouragedB. confusedC. importedD. convinced58.As the clouds drifted away, an even higher peak became_______ to the climbers.A. evidentB. apparentC. visibleD. obviou59.She wants to drop out of college and become a singer, but her parents _______ very muchon her intention.A. frownB. emphasizeC. disapproveD. focus60.A peculiarly pointed chin is her most memorable facial _______.A. markB. featureC. appearanceD. trace61.I have bought so many new books this year that it’ s really difficult for me to ke_______ of them.A. accountB. recountC. constantD. count62.The theories of relativity have made _______ changes in our views of the universe.A. fundamentalB. ambitiousC. linguisticD. respective63.The lady dressed in the latest Paris fashion is _______ in her appearance but rude inher speech.A. excessiveB. elaborateC. elegantD. exaggerated64.The failure of the movie hastened her decision to _______ from the glamorous screen andspend more time with her family.A. retreatB. resignC. rejectD. replace65. Our _______ talks promise a good future for our cooperation.A. exteriorB. initialC. interiorD. invisible66.There is much I enjoy about the changing seasons, but my favorite time is the _______from fall to winter.A. transmissionB. transformationC. transitionD. transfer 范文范例精心整理(72) ____________ the imagination.Not even Proctor & Gamble knows how many billions____________ of Ivory have been sold.The company keeps a precise count, (74) _ of the billions of dollars it earns.(75) ____________ sales of Ivory Soap, Ivor toothpaste, Folger’s coffee, and the hundreds of other products now marketed under theProctor & Gamble umbrella (76)____________ thirty billion dollars.Part Five Translation （写在答题纸上）(Directions:Complete sentences by translating into English the Chinese given in bracke77.If you do have financial difficulties, __________ (你可以申请学生贷款 ).78.His mother insisted that __________ (他每月的零花钱不能超过100 元 ).79.His first debate on TV __________ (给听众留下了深刻的印象).80.It ’ s one thing to understand the principle, __________ (要付诸实践又是另外81.We bought a car last month, __________ (是用我的名字登记的).Part Four Banked Cloze(1’× 10=10’)Directions: In this section, there is a passage with ten blanks. You are required to select one word for each blank from a list of choices given in a word bank following the passage. Read the passage through carefully before making your choices. Each choice in the bank isidentified by a letter. You may not use any of the words in the bank more than once.（请在答题纸上写单词的代号）A. attainedB. exportedC. howeverD. beatE. pledgeF. independentG. importedH.activityI. inexpensive J. exceed K. bars L.campaignsM. annual N. furthermore O. holdIvory Soap is an American institution, about widely recognized as the Washington Monument and far more well respected than Congress. It had already (67) ____________ thisnoble status when Theodore Roosevelt was still a rough-riding cowboy in North Dakota.Introduced in 1879 as an (68) ____________ white soap intended to rival the quality of (69)____________ soaps, it was mass marketed by means of one of the first nationwide advertising (70) ____________. People were told that Ivory was “so pure that it floats,” and the notion took (71) ____________. As a result, at least half a dozen generations of Americans havegotten themselves clean with Ivory.So many hands, faces, and baby bottoms have been washed with Ivory that their numbers Part Six Writing( 15 ’ ×1=15’)Directions:For this part, you are required to write a short essay on the topic Cost in Job-hunting. You should write at least 120 words (no more than 150 words) based on the topic sentence for each paragraph:1.大学生的求职花费逐年增高2.分析原因3.我的观点（注：作文写在答题纸上）大学英语四级模拟题四答案Part One Reading Comprehension(2 ’× 10 = 20 ’) 1-5CBADA6-10ACDBCPart Two Listening Comprehension (1’× 25+0.5 ×8+2×3 =11-15DCCBD 16-20DCACA 21-25ABACA 26-30DBBBB 31-35CDDBB36. information37. event38. printed39. statement40. emotional41. specific42. attend43. business44.A person may decide to join an organization.45.Advertisements may also influence his choice of a vacation spot, hotel, etc.46.It seeks to make each product represent a new and better way of life.范文范例精心整理Part Three Vocabulary and Structure(0.5’× 20 = 10’)47-51CBDCB52-56BADAD 57-61BCABD 62-66ACABCPart Four Banked Cloze(1 ’× 10=10’)67-71 AIGLO72-76 DKCMJPart Five Translation( 2’× 5 = 10’)77.you can apply for a student loan.78.his pocket money (should) not exceed 100 yuan per month.79.made / left a deep impression on his audience.80.it ’ s another thing to put it into practice.81.which was registered under my name / and it was registered under my name.Part Six Writing( 15 ’× 1=15’) Open.欢迎您的光临，Word 文档下载后可修改编辑.双击可删除页眉页脚.谢谢！你的意见是我进步的动力，希望您提出您宝贵的意见！让我们共同学习共同进步！学无止境.更上一层楼。

国家公共英语（四级）口试模拟试卷4(题后含答案及解析)题型有：1. 考生个人情况介绍 2. 考生相互问答 3. 继续性问答考生个人情况介绍1．E First of all, we’d like to know something about you, so I’m going to ask some questions about yourselves.E What do you usually do during the holiday?E What do you think of western festivals, for example, Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day, Christmas Day, etc.?E Which festival do you prefer to celebrate, western or eastern?E What is your most favorite festival and why?E Where would you like to spend your holidays, in the countryside or in the big city? E During these years some people call Labor Day and National Day golden-week, what is your opinion about this?E Are there disadvantages of celebrating a holiday or not?正确答案：E First of all, we’d like to know something about you, so I’m going to ask some questions about yourselves.E What do you usually do during the holiday?A Different people spend their holidays in different ways. As for me, during the holidays I most like to travel. You know, nowadays in China almost all middle school students have no time to see the outside world, they have to bury themselves to heavy assignments for the College Entrance Examination. There is a saying that reading volumes of books and trudging long distances, we learn much knowledge from books. But in modern society much more information comes from outside of class. Traveling not only increases my field of vision but also builds up my body, so I choose it.E What do you think of western festivals, for example, Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day, Christmas Day, etc.?A In recent years, many western festivals have begun to catch on in China. Among these festivals Christmas’ Day, Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day are the most popular. Although they are not traditionally celebrated in China, more and more Chinese are now observing these romantic Western occasions. These festivals help decorate our life and make it rich and colorful. But some Chinese youths pay less and less attention to some traditional Chinese holidays. For example, the Pure Brightness Festival, a time for worshipping at ancestral graves, is almost forgotten by youths. Fortunately, more and more Chinese begin to worry about this phenomenon.E Which festival do you prefer to celebrate, western or eastern?A When I was a child, I liked New Year most. I would be excited one month before that day was coming. In a child’s eyes, New Year means finery and no homework. When I grow up, I begin to understand my parents’ hard work. So when I leave home to begin my college life, I prefer Mother’s Day. It makes me study harder. I phone my mother in that day and say I love her. Although I have no girlfriend now, I know most girls prefer their boyfriends to present: a bunch of flowers on Valentine’s Day. Western and eastern festivals are both for the sake of making our lives rich and colorful, so I like them all.E What is your most favorite festival and why?B My most favorite festival is the Mid-autumn Festival. During the Mid-autumn Festival, there is a scene of great joyeverywhere. On the Mid-autumn Festival night the whole family gets together and has a wonderful supper. During the Mid-autumn festival, it seems that everyone is in a happy mood, no matter whether you are rich or poor, young or old. There is a friendly and happy atmosphere everywhere. All family members enjoy the same gladness, so I like Mid-autumn Festival most.E Where would you like to spend your holidays, in the countryside or in the big city? B I would like to spend my holiday in the countryside, partly because I live in a big city and I find it very difficult to put up with such problems in cities as pollution and traffic jams. I want to taste a new way of life. In the countryside, there is always something new, something fresh to see. Taking a holiday in the countryside, you’ll feel relaxed both in mind and body. Besides, it’s marvelous to get close to nature. I can go fishing after lunch every day, and also raise dogs without worrying about disturbing the neighbors.E During these years some people call Labor Day and National Day golden-week, what is your opinion about this?B Previously people only knew they could relax in holiday. With the society developing, many people have come to realize that holidays can stimulate the growth of the economy. If you walk down the street just before holidays, you will see lots of people spending their money on all sorts of items, such as computers and expensive clothes. With longer holidays people in China will spend their money on traveling, shopping and so on instead of saving. The circulation of currency is promoted in this way and some businesses such as tourism are booming. On the other hand, since people have more time to relax, their work efficiency has been greatly enhanced. Consequently, the growth of the economy has reached a high level. So the Labor Day and Nation Day are called golden-week.E Are there disadvantages of celebrating a holiday or not?B Holidays have many advantages, but it also has some disadvantages. Firstly, holiday can make you sick without your notice. People eat and drink too much, which is unhealthy, and many people get sick. Secondly, it brings pollution to environment) we can see more and more scenery and historic sites are destroyed by tourists. Thirdly, it’s a waste of money. Usually during holidays people will spend a large sum of money on presents, food, clothes, traveling and camping. All these produce a lot of waste and its plastic bags then cause pollution.考生相互问答2．Interlocutor:Now I’d like you to talk about something between yourselves but speak loudly so that we can hear you. You should take care to share the opportunity of speaking.(Put pictures for candidates in front of both candidates and give instructions with reference to the pictures.)I’d like you to talk about the pictures :The inspectors are coming!These pictures are for your reference. You have three minutes for this. Would you like to begin now, please?正确答案：Interlocutor:Now I’d like you to talk about something between yourselves but speak loudly so that we can hear you. You should take care to share the opportunity of speaking.(Put pictures for candidates in front of both candidates and give instructions with reference to the pictures.)I’d like you to talk about thepictures :The inspectors are coming!These pictures are for your reference. You have three minutes for this. Would you like to begin now, please?Candidates:A: What does the first picture show?[*]B:This picture shows that a farmer is herding a bull beside a river. The bull is thirsty and wants to drink. But the poisonous waste water is poured into rivers directly from a factory without filtering. Thus the water is polluted. I think if the bull drank the water it would die. Do you think so?A:Yes,I agree with you. The water discharged from most factories is badly polluted, which contains lots of poisonous chemicals. I think the peasant is very clever. In order to let his bull drink clean water, he shouts at the factory: “The inspectors are coming. “Can you describe what happens in the second picture?B:In the second picture, we can see that the river becomes clean and the bull can drink the water now. Do you know the reasons?A:The factory knows that the government has made laws to forbid factories to pollute the water. So when the peasant shouts the factory stops pouring polluted water. We should educate people and arouse the people’s awareness to protect environment.B:Yes,I also think so. Since people are dependent on water, they should be involved in preventing pollution. Recently, certain counter measures have been taken, but everyone should know that polluted water is hazard to all of us.A: Yes. If people continue to pollute their environment,human on the earth will not survive.Interlocutor:Thank you.继续性问答3．E I’m going to give each of you a picture and I’d like you to first briefly describe and then give your comment on what you see in the picture. Candidate A, this is your picture. You have three minutes to talk about it.E Thank you. Now, Candidate B, could you please ask your partner a question?E OK. Candidate B, here is your picture. You also have three minutes to talk about your picture.E Thank you. Now, candidate A, could you please ask your partner a question?正确答案：E I’m going to give each of you a picture and I’d like you to first briefly describe and then give your comment on what you see in the picture. Candidate A, this is your picture. You have three minutes to talk about it.A Although the net is so appealing and it provides us with so many chances in cyber space, face-to-face talk still has its own charm. Whatever you do, the most reliable way is to talk to him directly, several words can make a question clear. But if you phone him, probably it will cost you much time to explain it. In addition, face-to-face chat will make you feel great and happy. Of course this kind of communication has its faulty. If he is far away from you or if you are at work in your work time, you can’t chat face-to-face.E Thank you. Now, Candidate B, could you please ask your partner a question?B More and more security problems come in modern communication, what’s about your opinion?A With the development of modern communication, on one hand cheat and violence become more and more serious on network, on the other hand there is the problem of identity authentication in e-commerce. The existing of network virus and hacker is a threat to the security. It is surveyed the whole world spends at least 20 billion dollars every year on network security. In spite of that, thecrime through network is more and more serious. In my opinion on one hand it must take a whole series of measure to protect the network from all nodes, on the other hand everyone must learn some technology against virus and hacker.E OK. Candidate B, here is your picture. You also have three minutes to talk about your picture.B Although online chatting has some disadvantage, it must admit that it has also all kinds of advantages, and just these advantages make it flourishing. First, it can increase students’interest in computer studying; only when one is interested in the field can he make progress on it. Second, it provide people with a good place to talk. We can find all kinds of chatting room on net; it’s open and free. Third, you can make more friends who come from all kinds of field and have different hobbies and speciality. You can learn many knowledge from them and make friends with them. Fourth, online chatting can cure people’s psychological problems, In modern society people need a place to release, net is the best place.E Thank you. Now, candidate A, could you please ask your partner a question?A Can you assume how people communicate with others in the future?B This is an interesting topic. Several years ago we had only phone or telegram but now we can call your friend on web and we can see him at the same time. In the future communication technology will integrate with traffic tools and we can shake hands with anyone all over the world as we wish, and we even communicate with plants and animals, say nothing of the creature of remote celestial body. In the future we possibly have a chip in our brain, when we think, the counterpart can do it correspondingly.。

模拟试卷四一、判断题1、为了用简单明了的图形表示复杂的电气回路，一般使用符合表示构成回路的元件。

（√）2、齐纳二极管是一种特殊的二极管。

（√）3、晶体管的作用就是开关作用。

（×）4、蓄电池的作用就是提供电能。

（×）5、蓄电池充放电就是将化学能转化为电能、电能转化为化学能的过程。

（√）6、蓄电池有低速放电和高速放电特性。

（√）7、提高着火性能的方法就是电极采用贵金属。

（×）8、电压调节器就是保持发电机输出电压的稳定。

（√）9、起动机是直流马达。

（×）10、照明系统的功能就是照明。

（×）11、无触点点火提高了发动机的转速。

（√）12、二级维护前发动机的检测诊断项目是点火系统。

（×）13、汽油发动机和柴油发动机的气缸压力表是一样的。

（×）14、二级维护车辆的尾气排放要符合排放标准。

（√）15、对传动系统进行不解体检测来确定附加作业项目。

（√）16、离合器的工作状况要求不打滑、不抖动、分离彻底、无异响。

（√）17、对蓄电池的电解液要进行比重测量。

（√）18、起动机带动发动机运转，运转轻快但不能发动，是起动困难的现象之一。

（√）19、曲柄连杆机构所受到的力仅有气体的作用力和惯性力。

（×）20、为了使气缸套与缸体之间密封，不论是干式还是湿式气缸套，在压入气缸体以后都应使气缸套顶面与气缸体上平面平齐。

（×）21、气门座圈与气门座孔之间一般采用过渡配合。

（×）22、汽油在气缸内燃烧前必须把汽油喷散成雾状，然后自燃。

（×）23、现代汽油发动机采用电动汽油泵。

（√）24、电动燃油泵不工作说明燃油泵损坏。

（×）25、混合气浓度由喷油嘴决定。

（×）26、现代车辆已取消了曲轴箱通风阀（PCV）。

（×）27、水泵叶轮与水泵轴一般被做成一体。

（√）28、散热器实际上是热交换器。

（√）29、电磁风扇离合器根据发动机的温度自动控制风扇转速（√）。

Model Test ThreePart I Writing(30minutes)Directions:For this part,you are allowed30minutes to write a short essay.You should start your essay with a brief description of the picture and then express your views on the huge difficulty of teenagers’homework.You should write at least120words but no more than180words.Part II Listening Comprehension(25minutes)Section ADirections:In this section,you will hear three news reports.At the end of each conversation,you will hear four 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 Sheet1with a single line through the centre.Questions1and2are based on the news report you have just heard.1.A)The law of weapon purchasing in Illinois State.B)The relationship between crime and mental illness.C)The graduate student of Northern Illinois University.D)The shooting happened in Northern Illinois University.2.A)The gunman has mental disease.B)The gunman is dissatisfied with the university.C)The gunman is dissatisfied with the lecture.D)It is not clear.Questions3and4are based on the news report you have just heard.3.A)It has been influenced by war.B)It is devalued by its government.C)It is more competitive than before.D)It has turned into a global currency.4.A)Most experts support the four countries’currency change.B)The meeting on Friday is useless for global recovery.C)Currency wars threaten global economic recovery.D)Policymakers should cooperate with central bankers.Questions5to7are based on the news report you have just heard.5.A)The preservation of coastal resorts.C)The gap between the rich and the poor.B)The closure of political disputes.D)The commitments to reduce carbon emissions.6.A)Promising.B)Hopeful.C)Disappointing.D)Satisfying.7.A)18.C)94.B)80.D)194.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 Sheet1with a single line through the centre.Questions8to11are based on the conversation you have just heard.8.A)He eats a lot after marriage.B)He sleeps a lot after marriage.C)He exercises less after marriage.D)He drinks a lot after marriage.9.A)Its membership is expensive.B)Its membership is inexpensive.C)Most of its members work out two times a week.D)Most of its members are white-collar workers.10.A)She is under20years old.B)She is in her20s.C)She is under30years old.D)She is in her30s.11.A)Buy a ticket for the health club.B)Bring a guest pass.C)Make a membership card.D)Borrow the woman’s card.Questions12to15are based on the conversation you have just heard.12.A)Ask her assistant to wet the man’s hair.B)Talk with the man about his hair.C)Communicate with her assistant about the haircut.D)Show the man the latest style.13.A)It is dry and thick.B)It is very curly.C)It is dry and has split ends.D)It is quite oily.14.A)His diet.B)His habit.C)His living environment.D)His inheritance.15.A)Use air blower to make the hair dry.B)Use shampoo of high quality.C)Let the hair dry naturally.D)Cut hair once a week.Section CDirections:In this section,you will hear three passages.At the end of each passage,you will hear some questions. Both the passage and the questions will be spoken only once.After you hear a question,you must choose the best answer from the four choices marked A),B),C)and D).Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet1 with a single line through the centre.Questions16to18are based on the passage you have just heard.16.A)People can buy sliced bread at stores.B)There was no sliced bread at stores.C)There was no delicious bread at stores.D)People made bread at home and never bought it.17.A)From the customer.B)From the ingredient.C)From the balloon.D)From the tradition.18.A)It is full of delicious bread.C)It is full of colorful balloons.B)It looks very serious.D)It is covered with oaintings.Questions20to22are based on the passage you have just heard.19.A)A skin care brand.B)A leather brand.C)A watch brand.D)A daily use brand.20.A)Most of it comes from skin care line.C)50%of it is derived from foundation.B)More than half of it is from makeup.D)25%of it is from makeup brushes.21.A)It was invented in1968.C)It cannot deal with skin problems such as burning.B)It is available in every store.D)It is designed for pre-and post-operation skin care. Questions23to25are based on the passage you have just heard.22.A)They get more freedom.C)They shoulder more social responsibilities.B)They encounter more pressure.D)They are required to do better at researching.23.A)They teach students how to research and write.B)They ask students to study independently.C)They help students to learn about society.D)They communicate with students frequently.24.A)They prevent students from thinking.B)They don’t provide enough explanations for facts.C)They don’t offer informative researches.D)They don’t have basic facts.25.A)Take encyclopedias as their mere information resource.B)Focus on more information of specific topics.C)Be independent from their professors.D)Accumulate their own evidence from broader sources.PartⅢReading Comprehension(40minutes)Section ADirections:In this section,there is a passage with ten blanks.You are required to select one word for each blank from a list of choices given in a word bank following the passage.Read the passage through carefully before making your choices.Each choice in the bank is identified by a letter.Please mark the corresponding letter for each item on Answer Sheet2with a single line through the centre.You may not use any of the words in the bank more than once.Questions26to35are based on the following passage.Cloud-to–ground lightning bolts are a common phenomenon,yet their power is extraordinary.Each bolt can contain up to one billion volts of electricity.This enormous electrical discharge is caused by an___26___between positive and negative charges.During a storm,colliding particles(对撞粒子)of rain,ice,or snow____27____this imbalance and often negatively charge the lower reaches of storm clouds.Objects on the ground,become positively charged-creating an imbalance that nature seeks to remedy by passing current between the two charges.A step-like series of negative charges,called a stepped leader,___28____its way increasingly downward from the bottom of a storm cloud toward the Earth.Each of these segments is about46meters long.When the lowermost step comes within46meters of a positively charged___29____it is met by a climbing surge of positive electricity,which can rise up through a building,or even a person.The process forms a___30___through which electricity is transferred as lightning.Some types of lightning never leave the clouds but___31____between differently charged areas within or between clouds.Other rare forms can be sparked by extreme forest fires and snowstorms.Lightning is____32___hot-a flash can heat the air around it to temperatures five times hotter than the sun’s surface.This heat causes___33___air to rapidly expand and shake,which creates the pealing thunder.Lightning is___34___.About2,000people are killed worldwide by lightning each year.Hundreds more survive strikes but suffer from a variety of___35___aymptoms,including memory loss,dizziness,weakness,and other life-altering sicknesses.A)absolutely I)obstacleB)channel J)powerfulC)dangerous K)surroundingD)extremely L)trackE)imbalance M)travelF)increase N)unsteadinessG)lasting O)worksH)objectSection BDirections:In this section,you are going to read a passage with ten statements attached to it.Each statement contains information given in one of the paragraphs.Identify the paragraph from which the information is derived. You may choose a paragraph more than once.Each paragraph is marked with a letter.Answer the questions by marking the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet2.Testing Baby’s Brain[A]As far as her friends and teachers are concerned,Ashdod is an ordinary,bright,playful5-ywar-old girl. They might be surprised to learn that not long ago therapists(治疗专家)were fighting to keep her from suffering from autism(孤独症)–a brain disorder that afflicts one in100children,typically leaving them with lifelong difficulties in communicating,socializing and carrying out many basic tasks.Ashdod was lucky;when she was10 months old,her parents became alarmed that she had little interest in looking them in the wyes,wating and moving from her back,and took her to the Mifne Center in Rosh Pinna,Israel,a clinic that focuses on children5 months and older who show early warning signs of autism.The results of the Mifne treatment were shocking, recalls the girl’s mother,Tikva.“Now she goes to a regular school where she is the same sort of active,funny, normal child as anyone wlse,”she says.[B]Despite a big jump in autism awareness in the past decade,parents,schools and schools and doctors still frequently ignore warning signs in very young children,These can be difficult to detect:a child never points at things,shows more interest in objects than people,has delayed speech and develops a fascination with toys turning around.Many experts regard these symptoms as harmless habits that kids will outgrow.New research and experience in some autism clinics,however,suggests that staring treatment by age2is critical to mitigating and in some cases entirely avoiding the disorder.[C]That’s because unlike the brain of an adult or even an older child,a12-or18-month-oid’s brain is,in a sense,highly reprogrammable—that is,it responds well to treatments designed to permanently change basic patterns of thought and behavior.“All the evidence we have suggests that outcomes tor these children will be better with an earlier diagnosis(诊断)，before they reach18months,if possible,”says Christopher Gillberg,a professor at Gothenburg University in Sweden.[D]Although there are currently no effective treatments for autism symptoms in older children or adults,the prospects are turning out to be entirely different for very young children who get prompt treatment.Psychologists have had remarkable success with behavioral therapy,which involves therapists working intensively with children to get them to do tasks they’re having difficulty with.The Mifne Center in Israel applies its own form of intensive therapy,typically lasting about two weeks and focusing on getting the child to make contact with parents and to eat and move normally.Some200children have been through the program;about three quarters have remained free of any signs of autism or any other significant developmental disorder,according to Mifne founder and director Hanna Alonim.“If we can get them here as babies,close to100percent won’t develop autism,”she says.“If we don’t see them until they’re2,it’s a different story.”To support Mifne’s findings with more-formal research, doctors at the Tel Aviv Sourasky Medical Center have begun screening and videotaping infants thought to be at risk of pre-autism before the Mifne treatment.[E]Having a treatment choice for infants raises the hard issue of diagnosis.Autism can be tricky to recognize—it encompasses any or all of a broad range of symptoms,including difficulty with social interactions, language,motor skills and taking in sensory information,as well as repetitive behaviors,eating problems and in some cases unusually high or low levels of activity.A study of nearly10,000children in Bergen,Norway, indicated that the number of children who showed“pronounced autistic features”was about five times higher than the number who qualified for a formal diagnosis of autism.[F]Even children who exhibit only partial or mild versions of autism symptoms are at risk of ending up with lifelong challenges,say researchers,and would benefit from autism therapies.But tagging more very young children as candidates for autism therapy creates another problem.The cost of behavioral therapy is eye-opening--applied behavior analysis,an intensive treatment that requires15-to-25hours of sessions a week, costs about$30,000a year,and even a modest program typically runs about$10,000a year.That’s one reason studies estimate that less than one in10very young children with a diagnosis of autism get25hours a week of therapy.[G]Health-care systems are not up to this task.In the United States,where health insurance rarely covers such treatments,the chances of having the government pay for therapy varies wildly from state to state.Children don’t necessarily fare much better under national health care.The United Kingdom pays for treatment—but often only after the parents hire a lawyer and win their case at a regional“tribunal”,where more often than not communities will fight to force the parents to settle for the few hours a week of therapy offered in a local special-education program.In Italy,toddlers with disorders who love near large cities in the north-central part of the country can get the attention of a team of therapists,but those in the southern,rural areas tend to get few urence Robel, a child psychiatrist and autism researcher at the Necker Children’s Hospital in Paris,notes that France keep a bias against behavioral therapy,which critics compare to training a dog or programming a robot.“Away from Paris,”she says,“children are lucky to receive much treatment at all.”[H]Experts insist that governments are being penny-wise and pound-foolish in refusing to pony(付清)up for intensive therapy to infants and toddlers who show early signs of a developmental disorder.Simple,brief screening tests are now designed to flag children at risk as early as18months.Earlier diagnosis might be possible by measuring brain activity and recognizing patterns that are unique to autism.Researchers at the Baby Lab in Uppsala University in Sweden are looking for these patterns by placing dozens of soft-foam sensors on infant’s heads.[I]The benefits of early treatment are likely to grow in coming years as new research into developmental disorders continues to pay off.36.In Italy,the chances for young children to receive services of a team of autism therapists vary between thenorth-central part of the country and the southern,rural areas.37.In detecting the warning signs of autism in young children,parents,schools and doctors now haven’t donesufficiently on it.38.Autism is not easy to recognize because it covers a wide range of symptoms.39.It is very important to treat a child with autism by age of two,because children at that age respond well tothe related treatment.40.According to the text,children who get autism may suffer from troubles in communicating.41.It is an effective treatment for older children with signs of autism to ask them to do tasks which are difficultfor them.42.According to experts,those governments are extremely foolish if they refuse to support the intensive therapyto young children showing early signs of a developmental disorder.43.Most very young children with a diagnosis of autism do not have an intensive treatment,because it’s tooexpensive to receive the intensive treatment.44.About150children have recovered from signs of autism in the Mifne Center.45.In the United States,different state governments pay differently for autism therapy because health insurancerarely covers such treatments.Section CDirections:There are2passages in this section.Each passage is followed by some questions or unfinished statements.For each of them there are four choices marked A),B),C)and D).You should decide on the best choice and mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet2with a single line through the centre.Passage OneQuestions46to50are based on the following passage.Students in Washington will return to classrooms this month to begin a new school year.But at least50%of their teachers will not return with st month,the District of Columbia public schools told206teachers that they are not good enough to stay.The school system dismissed75teachers last year.It was the first year of a new teacher rating system.Experts say such large numbers of dismissals are rare in American schools.But in Washington the rating system is not governed by the labor contract with the teachers union.So school officials have more freedom.The system is called IMPACT.Teachers are observed in the classroom five times a year for at least thirty minutes each time.They are also judged by student test scores.Administrators rated65of the206teachers as“ineffective”.The others lost their jobs because they were rated“minimally effective”for a second year.The National Council on Teacher Quality is a research group that works to increase the number of effective teachers.Emily Cohen,a policy director there,says the council supports the IMPACT system.“This is an evaluation instrument that is finally able to capture who is highly effective and who is ineffective and who could be doing better and could use some assistance.Most evaluation instruments in the country do not capture teacher performance—all teachers are rated satisfactory.”Teachers with the highest rating can receive a performance bonus of up to twenty-five thousand dollars.In addition,they can receive a pay increase.Some Washington teachers say their ratings depend too heavily on test scores.For some teachers,half of their rating is based on how well their students do.But Emily Cohen says test scores are important.“Testing is the most objective data that we have on teacher performance.The District also is looking at other things,using master educators to evaluate teachers.So it’s not just looking at student test performance,it is using other sources of data.”Michelle Rhee created the IMPACT system.She gained national attention for her aggressive reform efforts when she led the troubled school system in the nation’s capital.She left last year and her deputy took her place.The Washington Teachers Union says IMPACT unfairly hurts teachers who work in schools with high rates of poverty.Most of the teachers with the highest rating work in schools with lower poverty rates.46.Why can schools in Washington dismiss so many teachers?A)Because those teachers did not perform well in the classroom.B)Because they must be strict in the first year of the new rating system.C)Because those teachers were rated“minimally effective”for a second year.D)Because they are not restricted by the teachers union’s labor contract.47.Why dies the National Council support the IMPACT system?A.Because the system can provide teachers a large amount of bonus.B)Because the system can distinguish good teachers from bad ones.C)Because the system has successfully dismissed ineffective teachers.D)Because the system has increased the number of effective teachers.48.Some Washington teachers have different opinions with Emily Cohen on whether______.A)test scores should play such an important role in their ratingsB)teachers with the lowest rating should stay at schoolC)the students should perform well in the rating systemD)the District should use master educators to evaluate teachers49.What can we learn about Michelle Rhee?A)She led the school system falling into the biggest trouble it ever met.B)She left her work because she had a better offer in the nation’s capital.C)She did not perform as well as her deputy in the working ability.D)She was noted for her efforts in changing the chaotic school system.50.The Washington Teachers Union’s attitude towards the IMPACT system is______.A)supportive B)unclearC)optimistic D)criticalPassage TwoQuestions51to55are based on the following passage.More than40years ago,U.S.Supreme Court Justice Potter Stewart said that while it was difficult to define pornography(色情文学)，“I know it when I see it.”The etiquette(礼仪)police who are trying to keep up with the rapidly evolving world of mobile devices and their effect on the workplace probably would say the same.They may not be able to define what is considered bad manners,but they know the terrible behavior when they see an employee’s email,text,blog entry,or Facebook posting.It appears others do,too.A recent Intel survey found that9of10Americans report they’ve seen others misuse technology;75%agree that mobile etiquette is worse than it was a year ago.The results don’t surprise Lisa Grotts,a reputed etiquette consultant.“Welcome to the new world,”she says.“Someday a sociologist is going to have a study on how our rules have changed because of technology and online communication.”Because technological changes are so constant,she thinks it’s inevitable that some social and professional misbehaviors will be made.The Intel study found that we’re often aware of our own poor behavior.Almost1in5respondents report they know they’re being rude but do it because everyone else does.So it’s a little difficult to complain about a cubicle(小隔间)mate for talking too loudly on a cellphone when you’ve been guilty of doing the same thing—or something equally annoying.Adding to the problem:What may be OK in your social circles could be considered annoying in professional ones.Still,the Intel study found that it’s worth making an effort to adjust your behavior when using your iPhone, BlackBerry or other mobile device if you want to keep the peace in your office and not bother the boss.Of those participating in the survey,65%say they get angry at those who are disrespectful toward others with tech use.So,even though your cubicle mate talks loudly on her cellphone or texts her boyfriend constantly,it doesn’t mean you should do the same thing Instead,taking the time to find a private place to have a private conversation may impress colleagues and your manager with your professionalism.51.We can learn from the passage that the etiquette police________.A)can not find proper words to describe bad mannersB)want to know more about mobile devicesC)have known about Justice Potter Stewart for many yearsD)agree with the definition of bad manners by Potter Stewart52.According to a recent Intel survey,we can learn that technology misuse________.A)is totally ignored by the majority of peopleB)becomes a common phenomenon in AmericaC)has greatly influenced people’s way of lifeD)is accepted by more people than before53.What can we learn about Lisa Grotts?A)She becomes famous for her unique views about bad manners.B)She is not satisfied with the present situation of mobile etiquette.C)She is going to study what have caused our rules to change.D)She believes some bad social manners are inevitable to occur.54.Why do people still behave badly although they know it is rude?A)Because they don’t realize that their manners are bad.B)Because they don’t care about others’opinion about them.C)Because they want to attract other people’s attention.D)Because they see others do the same thing as they do.55.What the author may suggest us do about tech use?A)Get angry at those who bother others with their tech use.B)Refuse to post any personal information on your Facebook.C)Impress your manager with your professional tech skills.D)Talk privately when you have a mobile phone call.PartⅣTranslation(30minutes)Directions:For this part,you are allowed30minutes to translate a passage from Chinese intoEnglish.You should write your answer on Answer Sheet2.中国受欢迎的体育运动在过去的50年间得到了迅速的发展。

专业英语四级模拟试卷4(题后含答案及解析)题型有：1. DICTATION 2. LISTENING COMPREHENSION 3. CLOZE 4. GRAMMAR & VOCABULARY 5. READING COMPREHENSION 6. WRITINGPART I DICTATION (15 MIN)Directions: Listen to the following passage. Altogether the passage will be read to you four times. During the first reading, which will be read at normal speed, listen and try to understand the meaning. For the second and third readings, the passage will be read sentence by sentence, or phrase by phrase, with intervals of 15 seconds. The last reading will be read at normal speed again and during this time you should check your work. You will then be given 2 minute 听力原文：Cheese, nutritious food made from the milk of cows and other mammals, including sheep, goats, buffalo, camels, and mares./Cheese is one of the world’ s oldest food products--for thousands of years,/people have raised animals for milk, turning their surplus milk into cheese./More than 400 varieties of cheese exist, making it one of the most general foods in the world./ Cheese comes in hundreds of different shapes, sizes, flavors, and is used in as many different ways J Enjoyed with bread, crackers, and fruit, used as an ingredient in cooked foods, or mixed with salads and flour,/cheese is a healthy food all over the world./ Cheese is a concentrated source of almost all the valuable nutrients found in milk, such as protein, vitamins, and minerals,/as well as the less desirable fat and cholesterol, substances that may lead to health problems when consumed in excess./Because of its high protein and calcium content, cheese in moderation is an important component of a balanced diet./ 1．正确答案：Cheese, nutritious food made from the milk of cows and other mammals, including sheep, goats, buffalo, camels, and mares./Cheese is one of the world’ s oldest food products--for thousands of years,/people have raised animals for milk, turning their surplus milk into cheese./More than 400 varieties of cheese exist, making it one of the most general foods in the world./ Cheese comes in hundreds of different shapes, sizes, flavors, and is used in as many different ways J Enjoyed with bread, crackers, and fruit, used as an ingredient in cooked foods, or mixed with salads and flour,/cheese is a healthy food all over the world./ Cheese is a concentrated source of almost all the valuable nutrients found in milk, such as protein, vitamins, and minerals,/as well as the less desirable fat and cholesterol, substances that may lead to health problems when consumed in excess./Because of its high protein and calcium content, cheese in moderation is an important component of a balanced diet./ PART II LISTENING COMPREHENSION (20 MIN)Directions: In Sections A, B and C you will hear everything ONCE ONLY. Listen carefully and then answer the questions that follow. Mark the correct answer to each question on youranswer sheet.SECTION A CONVERSATIONSDirections: In this section you will hear several conversations. Listen to the conversations carefully and then answer the questions that follow.听力原文：M: Excuse me, I wonder if you could tell me how to find a place I can have my shoes fixed. I’m new in town.W: Well of course, you can always look in the yellow pages in the back of the telephone book under “Shoe Repair. “But I think there’s a good shop not far from here. Take the first street to the left and walk about three blocks. I can’ t remember the name of the shop, but you’ll nm into it. It’s near the police station. By the way, do you know about the “Town Guide”? It has all kinds of useful information. I think you’ll find it in any bookstore.M: Thanks a lot, you’ve been very helpful and I’ll look for that ‘Town Guide’ next time I’m in a bookstore. Let’s see, you said the repair shop was three blocks on the right?W: No, first street on the left then three blocks.M: Thanks again.2．The man is looking for______A．a bookstoreB．the telephone companyC．a map of the townD．a shoe repair shop正确答案：D3．From the way she speaks to the man, the woman seems______A．to be in a hurry to leaveB．to be curious about himC．to be happy to assist himD．to be unfamiliar with the town正确答案：C4．What can best be said about the instructions given here?A．They had to be repeated.B．They were easy for the man to remember.C．The woman made a mistake.D．The woman took them from a book.正确答案：A听力原文：W: I haven’ t seen you for a while. Have you been away?.M: Yes, I just got back from vacation. I took a tour around the Great Lakes. Have you ever been there?W: Oh yes! When I was young, I lived in Erie County, New York, and I used to go swimming in Lake Erie all the time. We also went to Lake Ontario in Canada.M:But I thought that Lake Erie was so polluted that almost everything living in it had died.W: At one time Lake Erie was almost dead. There was so many algae that the oxygen supply was practically used up.M: It was the amount of phosphates and detergents that caused this excessive growth of algae, wasn’t it?W: Yes, but since both the United States and Canada have now limited phosphates and detergents, there has been tremendous gain in the fight against water pollution. In fact, an the Great Lakes will be ninety percent improved within the next generation.M: I’m glad to hear an environmental success story at last.5．This conversation is mainly about ______A．United States-agreementB．Unlimited growth in populationC．Pollution in the Great LakesD．The limited supply of phosphates正确答案：C6．______ has been the major problem in the Great Lakes in recent years.A．Too many algaeB．Excessive recreational useC．Lack of adequate rainfallD．Too much evaporation正确答案：A7．The United States and Canada have agreed ______ in regard to the Great Lakes.A．to eliminate swimming entirelyB．to limit boating andC．to limit phosphates and detergentsD．to kill all algae正确答案：C听力原文：M: I don’t know, Janet, not matter what I do, I just can’t seem to find a job. I’ve been on interviews, I’ve called people, I’ve gone through thousands of these want ads. It’s hopeless. I’m just ready to give up.W: Look, don’t give up. No matter how long it takes, just hang in there. Keep at it! Keep going on inter- views and you’ll be hired sooner or later.M: Well, it looks like later.W: John, look here. There’s a part time position for tour leader or tour guide. It sounds like just the kind of job you’ve been looking for. See, I told you not to give up!M：Are you pulling my leg? Are you suggesting I be a tour guide? What do I know about that?W: Listen, I’ll read it to you “Part-time tour guide. Explore Tours is looking for a bilingual tour guide for escorting tour groups through Western China. Flexible working schedule. Noexperience necessary. Call 642-6161. “See, no experience necessary. Give it a shot!M: What did you say that number was again?W: 642-6161.M: I’ll call them right now. If I get hired for this job, you’ll be enjoying a wonderful evening dinner at La Grand Chow! All on me!8．The man’s effort to find a position does not include_______.A．putting up ads on newspapersB．calling various employersC．going through interviewsD．reading thousands of want ads正确答案：A9．Which of the following best describes the man at the beginning of the conversation?A．Frustrated.B．Despairing.C．Optimistic.D．Nostalgic.正确答案：A10．What does the job requirement say?A．The applicant should speak two languages.B．The applicant will work as tour guides in Eastern China.C．Relevant experience is a must.D．The working schedule is tight.正确答案：A11．The man promises that he will_______.A．call Explore Tours immediatelyB．go for the wonderful evening dinnerC．treat the woman to a fine dinnerD．not give up easily until he finds a job正确答案：CSECTION B PASSAGESDirections: In this section, you will hear several passages. Listen to the passages carefully and then answer the questions that follow.听力原文：During this century, archaeologists have discovered that trees can be a valuable tool for measuring time. In scientific terms, this method is called dendrochronology. Dendrochronology is based on the scientific discovery that each year a tree grows a new layer of wood. When you cut down a tree, for example, youcan see and count the layers of concentric circles. These circles will reveal a great deal of information. The layers vary in color and in thickness. These variations are a result of differing climate conditions from year to year that affect the growth of the annual tings. Cold weather, for example, creates thinner and lighter tings while hot weather produces thicker and darker rings. All trees that grow in the same region will have roughly the same pattern of annual rings, and this can be used as a source of comparison and measurement. Early in this century, archaeologists began using the rings to date ruined structures and figures built in the southwestern United States. They did this by comparing the rings of the wood found in the ruins with the rings of recently cut trees. Slowly but surely, the system was extended backwards in time to measure older ruins. The heavy forestry of the United States, coupled with the relative youth of its history, led to a fairly uncomplicated study. Eventually, dendrochronology produced an accurate time and weather record for the American southwest that extended over 2000 years.12．What happens to trees each year?A．Their tings get thinner and thinner.B．They add a ring of wood.C．Their rings get darker in color.D．They become more valuable.正确答案：B解析：原文中有“Dendrochronology is based on the scientific discovery that each year a tree grows a new layer of wood．”一句。

大学英语四级考试模拟试题(四)Part I Writing (30minutes)Directions:For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write a composition on the topic "TOEFL Internet-Based Test". You should write at least 120 words following the outline given below in Chinese:1. 托福考试改为网考；2. 网考的利与弊。

Part II Reading Comprehension(Skimming and Scanning)(15minutes)Directions:In this part, you will have 15 minutes to go over the passage quickly and answer the questions. For questions 1-7, mark Y (for YES) if the statement agrees with the information given in the passage. N(for NO) if the statement contradicts the information given in the passage. NG (for NOT GIVEN) if the information is not given in the passage. For questions 8-10, complete the sentences with the information given in the passage."The climate problem can by and large be solved if the eight to ten largest countries in the world can agree on effective climate measures," says Professor Jon Hovi.One of the themes at a recent climate conference arranged by the Norwegian research program RENERGI was how we can achieve an effective international climate agreement. Professor of political science Jon Hovi at the University of Oslo and CICERO has studied this topic for years. He argues that although the international community faces many obstacles in dealing with the climate problem, solutions are possible.Continue the Kyoto Process?Hovi doubts whether an agreement that would basically extend the Kyoto Protocol for another commitment period is the way to go to achieve more effective climate cooperation."The Kyoto Protocol has been described as a cautious first step, one that will make it possible for others to join in later. But key countries like the United States have little interest in joining an international climate agreement based on the Kyoto Protocol," says Hovi.One suggestion for increasing the interest for other countries to join the climate cooperation is to link the climate issue to other areas of international cooperation, such as technology, trade, or development assistance. But Hovi does not believe that such issue linkage will be reliable. For example, it is not in the best interests of the Kyoto countries to undermine the World Trade Organization (WTO) by introducing trade restrictions against countries that do not participate in Kyoto —such as the United States. Moreover, the WTO’s nondiscrimination principles make it difficult tointroduce trade restrictions against the United States and Australia but not against developing countries, which also do not have binding emissions targets."Besides, history shows that this kind of pressure rarely works on a superpower such as the United States," says Hovi.Another obstacle is that developing countries protect their own economic development. They will not accept binding emissions targets until the United States also reduces its own greenhouse gas emissions. At the same time, the United States is unwilling to endanger the competitiveness of its own business and industry, and thus does not wish to participate in an international agreement that does not also include the developing countries."To overcome this particular obstacle, we should focus on climate measures that do not threaten economic development," advises Hovi.The United States is also doubtful about the UN system, and Hovi believes that an alternative international climate agreement should not necessarily be put together within the UN framework, as the Kyoto Protocol is.Point of Departure in American Climate Policy?Hovi believes that in the long run, a way to reengage the United States might be to base a future climate agreement on federal U.S. climate policy."The United States is often more willing to cooperate when it already has a national policy in place. For example, 'Montreal Protocol on Substances that Deplete the Ozone Layer’ in many ways represented an international extension of a regulatory framework that already existed in the United States. Thus U.S. business and industry acted as a pusher in the effort to build an international agreement."But the problem with this policy is that there currently is no similar U.S. climate policy at the federal level. Whatever policy exists is fragmented and formative at best. The Kyoto targets are costly to meet. Kyoto thus depends on effective enforcement. The enforcement mechanism that was introduced through the Marrakesh Accords is primarily based on a system whereby countries that do not meet their targets during the first commitment period are sanctioned by having to reduce even more during the second period. The problem is that there is nothing to stop a nonobedient country from putting off this additional emissions reduction —perhaps indefinitely.In addition, innocent third parties suffer when the sanctions are carried out. As a potential buyer of emissions permits and a major exporter of fossil fuels, Norway will be particularly hard hit, because carrying out the punishment will cause the price of fossil fuel to go down and the price of emissions permits to go up. Finally, whereas the compliance system will punish a country that is a member and reduces emissions, but fails to reach its emissions target, it provides no basis for punishing a country that declines to be a member and does nothing to reduce its emissions. Thus, the compliance system is arguably unfair.Hovi thinks that internationally it is politically difficult to achieve an effective enforcement mechanism. For this reason, it may be a good idea to focus on an agreement that does not need enforcement.An Agreement that Everyone Wants to Be Part of?Many of the proposed alternatives to the Kyoto Protocol resemble Kyoto in that they require enforcement. For example, this is true for regional climate agreements, an agreement based on emissions intensity targets, and an agreement based on harmonized carbon taxes. One type of agreement that does not depend on enforcement is an agreement where the parties commit to using emissions- reducing technology.Supplemented with agreements on technology development and transfer, an agreement on the use of emissions-reducing technology can set consistent technology standards in a way that makes it in the best interest of all countries to participate. Assuming that network externalities exist —that is, the costs or benefits depend on whether or not other countries also choose the same technology —then each country will want to use the same technology as the other countries.In short, the more countries that use a certain technology, the more attractive it will be for others to switch to this technology. An agreement can enable many, or even all, countries to switch to more climate-friendly technology simultaneously.1. The US Government recently held a climate conference with a theme of how an effective international climate agreement could be achieved.2. The United States has great interest in joining an international climate agreement based on the Kyoto Protocol.3. Developing countries won’t accept binding emissions targets until the United States reduces its greenhouse gas emissions.4. The United States is doubtful about the UN system.5. It is believed that developing countries will benefit most from the Kyoto Protocol.6. The Kyoto Protocol depends on effective enforcement because of the high costs to meet its targets.7. Internationally, it is politically difficult to achieve an effective enforcement mechanism.8. The United States _______________ when it already has a national policy in place.9. Many of the proposed alternatives to the Kyoto Protocol resemble Kyoto _____________.10. The more countries that _________________, the more attractive it will be for others to switch to this technology.Part III Listening Comprehension(Reading in Depth)(35minutes)Section ADirections:In this section, you will hear 8 short conversations and 2 long conversations. At the end of each conversation, one or more questions will be asked about what was said. Both the conversation and the questions will be spoken only once. After each question there will be a pause. During the pause, you must read the four choicesmarked A), B), C) and D), and decide which is the best answer.11. A) At 9:15.B) At 8:45.C) At 9:00.D) At 8:15.12. A) A new dress.B) A new department store.C) A new car.D) A new house.13. A) In a doctor’s office.B) In a shoe shop.C) In an office.D) In a hotel.14. A) It’s not as good as it used to be.B) It’s better than it used to be.C) It’s very bad now.D) It’s even worse than what people say.15. A) He will find a part-time job.B) He won’t find a part-time job.C) He has a lot of pocket money.D) He doesn’t want to make money.16. A) In the hospital.B) In the theatre.C) On the bus.D) On the taxi.17. A) He didn’t know there would be he avy snow.B) He didn’t know there would be so many cats and dogs in the street.C) He didn’t think it would rain so heavily.D) He knew there would be a lot of cats and dogs in the street.18. A) She didn’t want to move.B) She didn’t mind moving.C) She didn’t reply directly.D) She didn’t understand what the man said.Questions 19 to 22 are based on the conversation you have just heard.19. A) A villa.B) An apartment.C) A hotel.D) A local family.20. A) About 14 days.B) About 5 days.C) About 4 days.D) About 3 days.21. A) In July.B) In June.C) In May.D) In April.22. A) Think over the price.B) Think about the place.C) Discuss with her friends.D) Ask for another travel agency.Questions 23 to 25 are based on the conversation you have just heard.23. A) Send him the information on after-sales service.B) Send him the booklet about the newest computers.C) Send him a list of software products.D) Send him the computers.24. A) 2:30. B) 3:30.C) 4:30. D) 5:30.25. A) 560-1287. B) 560-1288.C) 560-1278. D) 560-2188.Section BDirections:In this section, you will hear 3 short passages. At the end of each passage, you will hear some questions. Both the passage and the questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a question, you must choose the best answer from the four choices marked A), B), C) and D).Passage OneQuestions 26 to 28 are based on the passage you have just heard.26. A) Americans. B) Europeans.C) Asians. D) Africans.27. A) Bars. B) Nightclubs.C) Some restaurants. D) Buses.28. A) Get lawful permission.B) Show proof of age.C) Pretend to be old enough.D) None of the above.Passage TwoQuestions 29 to 32 are based on the passage you have just heard.29. A) Close to coral reefs.B) Near the surface.C) In the deep waters.D) In the Dead Sea.30. A) The white great shark.B) The whale shark.C) The dog shark.D) The spiny shark.31. A) 20 feet.B) 26 feet.C) 18 feet.D) 15 feet.32. A) Use their eyes.B) Move in groups.C) Fight against sharks.D) Fly through the water.Passage ThreeQuestions 33 to 35 are based on the passage you have just heard.33. A) By educating its citizens.B) By careful design.C) By developing TV programs.D) By chance.34. A) Probably in 1951.B) Probably in 1961.C) Probably in 1971.D) Probably in 1981.35. A) Many Third World countries haven’t paid enough attention to birth control.B) The increase in the birth rate will promote consumption.C) The desire for consumption helps reduce the birth rate.D) Soap operas played a less useful role than family planning in birth control. Section CDirections:In this section, you will hear a passage three times. When the passage is read for the first time, you should listen carefully for its general idea. When the passage is read for the second time, you are required to fill in the blanks numbered from 36 to 43 with the exact words you have just heard. For blanks numbered from 44 to 46 you are required to fill in the missing information. For these blanks, you can either use the exact words you have just heard or write down the main points in your own words. Finally, when the passage is read for the third time, you should check what you have written.In a foreign country, you’re a foreigner. (36)_________ to their ways.(37)__________ is everything. Enjoy the differences. That is why you travel. Don’t(38)_________ if something in your plan goes wrong. There’s always a way to get problems solved. Keep your sense of (39)_________.You can usually find some-one to help you or you can help yourself, (40)_________ when you don’t get too upset. Experience each place for what it is. These cities and towns aren’t just here for(41)_______; you’ll see factories and areas that aren’t always attractive. Don’t(42)_______ a place for not living up to your fantasies. Don’t expect Europe to look like your country, and get (43)_________ when you find the things there are strangeto you. (44)____________________________.You should know that dinner will be served later, that not everyone will respect a queue, and that service may be slower. You should be prepared to "go with the flow". Remember that when we travel abroad, everyone of us is an ambassador for our own country.(45)_______________________. Therefore, you should not show them the "ugly & rude"Chinese. (46) __________________________.Part IV Reading Comprehension(Reading in Depth) (25minutes)Section ADirections:In this section, there is a passage with ten blanks. You are required to select one word for each blank from a list of choices given in a word bank following the passage. Read the passage through carefully before making your choices. Each choice in the bank is identified by a letter. You may not use any of the words in the bank more than once.Questions 47 to 56 are based on the following passage.Over 1,000 people 47 struck by lightning every year in the United States, and over 100 of them die as a result of the strike. Lightning is a very dangerous force that can even 48 you indoors if you’re in contact with the telephone or plumbing.49 lightning strikes the phone line outside your house, the strike will 50 to every phone on the line —and potentially to you if you are holding the phone. So, if you are indoors during a lightning storm, 51 off the phone. If you must call someone, use a cordless or cell phone —that way, you’re not in contact with any wires that52 out-doors. Stay away from plumbing pipes like your bathtub or shower as well. Lightning has the 53 to strike a house and pass an electrical charge to the metal pipes 54 for plumbing. If you’re touching those pipes or anything 55 to those pipes, that electrical charge has a path to you. This 56 is not as great as it used to be, because PVC (聚氯乙烯) is often used for indoor plumbing these days. If you are not sure what your pipes are made of, wait it out.A) run I) usedB) operate J) reachC) stay K) workedD) connected L) howE) get M) IfF) threaten N) abilityG) way O) travelH) threatSection BDirections:There are 2 passages in this section. Each passage is followed by somequestions or unfinished sentences. For each of them there are four choices markedA),B),C)and D).You should decide on the best choice. Passage One Questions 57 to61 are based on the following passage.Some people describe American society as a salad bowl, while others see it as a melting pot. In a sense both are correct, depend ing upon one’s point of view. This ethnic multiplicity is a result of the history of immigration. Until the Immigration Law of 1924, the country was a "melting pot" of nations.In a bowl of freshly tossed salad, all the ingredients are mixed together. Yet they never lose their shape, form or identity. Together, however, the ingredients have a unity. They may be covered with the same dressing, but the green vegetables, tomatoes, lettuce and eggs can all be seen for what they are.From this point of view, America is very much like a salad bowl where individual ethnic groups blend together, yet maintain their cultural uniqueness. They may work together during the day at similar jobs and in identical companies, but at night they may return to their ethnic communities where the flavor of their individual culture dominates their way of life. This is perhaps why there is so much diversity within America. Each ethnic group has its own special interests, language, food, customs and traditions to protect and defend. This idea of the salad bowl is referred to by sociologists as cultural pluralism.The other concept which is also used to describe American society is that of the melting pot. In this usage, society is like a pot of stew or a cauldron(大锅)of porridge(粥). All of the ingredients mix and blend together, losing their identity, and yield a bit of what they were to become a new reality. A pot of stew is very different from a bowl of salad. Within the stew, the meat and vegetables in the cooking process give to each other a bit of their own flavor. The longer the stew is allowed to simmer, the better the taste and the more likely it will be for the mixture to dissolve.In this sense America can surely be seen as a melting pot where people from all over the world come to live and work together forming one nation. In such a culture there are dozens of shared symbols which serve to develop all of the various ethnic groups to create a larger unified culture. The flag, the national anthem and the Pledge of Allegiance all serve to break down the walls which isolate ethnic groups.The melting pot evokes another image: that of the colonial quilt which is made out of fragments of different material but fashioned into one blanket. Whether a salad bowl or a melting pot, America can best be described as a mixture of both; that is to say, a nation where there is unity in diversity.57. What has brought about the ethnic multiplicity in America?A) The salad bowl.B) The melting pot.C) Its history of immigration.D) The immigration law of 1924.58. The idea of "salad bowl" is best expressed in the concept of __________.A) cultural combinationB) cultural pluralismC) ethnic identityD) ethnic homogeneity(同种,同质)59. Which of the following is NOT a shared symbol of American society?A) The National Anthem.B) The American flag.C) The Pledge of Allegiance.D) Local neighborhoods.60. The concept of "melting pot" may evoke other images, such as _______.A) a knitted blanketB) an American quiltC) a colonial handicraftD) the American flag61. We can know from the passage that _________.A) in a society like a salad bowl, people from different cultures will lose their original identitiesB) in a society described as a melting pot, people from different cultures will not keep their original identitiesC) cultural diversity in America can be explained by the "melting pot" theoryD) in America, people from different cultures finally share one common unified culturePassage TwoQuestions 62 to 66 are based on the following passage.In most American high schools, the graduating students are referred to as seniors. This is the time to learn the social skills which will guide them through life and the social graces needed for participation in their adult life to follow.In this final year, therefore, the acquisition of the school ring is looked upon as one of the most important occasions of the year. The school ring somehow is a tangible(有形的,实际的)symbol which binds the student to the school and the memories of the four years spent there.The school ring for many students is very significant because it creates a sense of social binding among the class and is a remembrance of the imp ortance of one’s high school education. This ring is usually inscribed(刻)with the name of the student and engraved with the name of the school and the year of graduation. A semiprecious birthstone is placed in the center of the ring and there is established a feeling that with the ring there is a sense of belonging, a connection with the school and all the memories joined to that association.Besides receiving their rings, all of the seniors also look forward to their special privileges. These privileges are freedoms given to them by the administration, and are not granted to the students in the lower grades. These privileges are exceptions to the regular school rules and set the seniors apart from the rest of the student body. These privileges may vary from school to school, depending upon the principal’s generosity and liberal disposition and the trustworthiness of the students.For some seniors the privilege may be to leave the school at lunchtime to eat withother classmates somewhere in the neighborhood. If a school is located in a rural area such a privilege may be to park one’s car on the school grounds. For others it may be the right to leave the school after their last class of instruction for the day or to be in school only to attend their assigned classes. Some schools may even permit seniors a smoking privilege or the use of a student lounge where they can spend their unscheduled time between classes.These privileges are often integrated into the notion of responsibility. They come with restrictions and, if a privilege is abused, it may very well be revoked by the principal. In this sense a senior privilege is a challenge for the student to act in a mature and responsible way. The purpose of these privileges is to prepare the students for the adult world, in which they will have to make responsible decisions on their own.62. What is a tangible symbol of the bond between a student and his school?A) Graduation.B) The school ring.C) Social interaction.D) The four years spent in school.63. What is usually inscribed on the school ring?A) The school’s motto.B) The student’s name and address.C) A semiprecious birthstone.D) The student’s name.64. Who else at the school shares the seniors’ privileges?A) The freshmen.B) The sophomores.C) The juniors.D) No one other than the seniors.65. Which of the following may NOT be a senior’s privilege?A) To leave school at lunchtime.B) To leave school after the last class of the school day.C) To smoke in certain designated areas.D) To skip classes freely.66. What is the purpose of these privileges?A) To prepare students for the adult world.B) To make responsible decisions.C) To challenge the student to obey.D) To act independently.Part V Cloze (15minutes)Directions:There are 20 blanks in the following passage. For each blank there are four choices marked A),B),C)and D). You should choose the ONE that best fits into the passage.Are there other forms of life in the universe? The scientific search for alien (外星的) life forms has been 67 by two recent discoveries. First, the discovery of life forms in 68 environments on the earth indicates that life is very 69 and can adapt to the strangest and most hostile environments. Second, astronomers found 50 planets orbiting stars 70 our sun. Are there alien life forms on any of these planets?71 alien life does exist, what might it be like? Would it be 72 forms of life such as bacteria, or more advanced, multi-cellular creatures? Would aliens be animals, plants or have characteristics of 73 ? Would they have arms and legs and walk upright 74 we do? Would they depend 75 vision as their primary sense or use another method to 76 information about their surroundings? Would they "breathe" oxygen or some other gas? Most of us 77 alien life the way it’s portrayed in movies, 78 aliens are commonly depicted as human-like forms 79 they use actors either to play the roles directly in make-up or to be models for computer-generated animation. Also, audiences relate to human-like aliens 80 than to more exotic, monster-like creatures. 81 , the human body plan —bilateral symmetry with one head, two legs and two arms —stems from when early amphibians and reptiles colonized the earth’s land masses, and it seems un-likely that 82 a shape would evolve in an alien world. So, let’s forget movies for the moment and 83 closely at the real science of astrobiology. Astrobiology is the scientific study of life in the universe. Astrobiologists 84 to understand (among other things) how life arose and evolved on the earth, what governs the way life is organized and what 85 a planet habitable. Astrobiology 86 the disciplines of biology, chemistry, physics, geology and astronomy. Often, astrobiologists must use the information learned about life on the earth as a guide for studying life elsewhere.67. A) kept B) advancedC) discouraged D) encouraged68. A) foreign B) harshC) different D) dirty69. A) strong B) weakC) easy D) common70. A) around B) besideC) besides D) from71. A) If B) SoC) Since D) Because72. A) little B) complexC) simple D) sophisticated73. A) both B) eitherC) all D) none74. A) through B) forC) although D) as75. A) in B) atC) upon D) of76. A) gather B) senseC) make D) spread77. A) consider B) pictureC) perform D) get78. A) what B) whichC) where D) that79. A) because B) thoughC) therefore D) how80. A) lower B) betterC) higher D) worse81. A) Whenever B) HoweverC) Further D) Meanwhile82. A) so B) notC) many D) such83. A) watch B) checkC) look D) see84. A) strive B) noticeC) note D) pretend85. A) leaves B) makesC) believes D) holds86. A) bonds B) confinesC) combines D) combatsPart VI Translation (5minutes)Directions:Complete the sentences by translating into English the Chinese given in brackets.87. The population of this town is ________________(过去人口的两倍).88. Perhaps this is the only way ________________(为不断增长的人口提供住宿).89. One day, a pupil came ___________(跑来找老师).90. It was difficult for him to _________________(像他过去那样料理它).91. Tom __________________(写信给比利说) that he hoped he would soon be well.大学英语四级考试模拟试题参考答案、听力原文及解析Part IWriting One possible version:TOEFL Internet-Based TestWith the number of people seeking to study abroad increasing, more and more people are taking the TOEFL in China. This year, all exam takers begin to take the TOEFL online.The change makes it quick and convenient for people to take the test. It also ensures that all people take the test fairly. This method allows more people to take the test at the same time. In addition, people can prove their language proficiency better than on the former TOEFL.However, this change will also bring some problems. If there is a power failure during the test or a connection problem, the test has to be postponed. For example, at the beginning of this year, a server failed when many people were waiting to take the TOEFL.This change is progress for the TOEFL. However, there are still many things that need to be improved.Part IIReading Comprehension(Skimming and Scanning)1. N。

职业技能鉴定题库企业人力资源管理师四级理论知识模拟试卷（四）一、判断题（第1题～第20题，将判断正确的打“√”错误的打“×”,每小题1分，满分20分）1.( )结构化面试中，面试的内容在面试之前已经形成一个固定的框架（或问题清单），主面试官根据框架对每个应聘者分别进行相同的提问。

2.( )录用决策体现择优录用原则，就是广揽人才、选贤任能，在甄选结果的基础上为各个岗位选择最优秀的工作人员。

3.组织的人才储备通常分为内储和外储两种，内储就是暂时把预留人才储存在组织内部。

（）4.( )新员工培训的目的在于将新录用人员由社会人转变为组织人。

5.( )3年以上固定期限和无固定期限的劳动合同，试用期不得超过6个月。

6.( )人员配置过程包括招募、选拔和雇用这几个关键的要素，同时还包含了人员流动过程中发生的步骤和活动。

7.( )委任制是用人单位通过契约或合同形式聘任干部和员工的一种任用制度。

8.( )员工离职的原因包括个人原因、组织内部原因和组织外部原因。

9.( )企业要求具备的理想状态与现实状态之间的差距，就是培训需求10.( )企业的发展过程是一个动态的、不断变化的过程，当组织发生变革时，培训计划也要满足这种变化，是培训需求分析的前膽性分析的要求。

11.( )在任务分析中，任务重要性是对员工完成这些任务的能力要求，这在一定程度上反映了从事此项任务的门槛高度。

12.( )只有对组织的使命有较深刻的理解，才能在培训需求分析时做到有针对性和目标性。

13.( )在设计培训计划时，要充分考虑人力资源开发的需要，为人才储备打好基础。

14.( )培训需求分析主要由两部分工作组成：需求调查和调查实施。

15.( )培训需求调查既可以由企业高层管理者、培训主管等发起，也可以通过部门自行申报等形式来收集需求信息。

16.( )培训需求分析是整个培训有效进行的前提，也是制订培训开发计划的基础。

17.( )培训目标的内容要素包括知识的传授、技能的培养等。

大学英语四级考试（CET 4）(恩波英语研究所命制)MODEL TEST— Band Four —(6 MSH 2)试题册（125分钟）-Part ⅠWriting(30 minutes)注意：此部分试题在答题卡1上，请在答题卡1上作答。

Part ⅡReading Comprehension (Skimming and Scanning) (15 minutes)Directions: In this part, you will have 15 minutes to go over the passage quickly and answer the questions on Answer Sheet 1.For questions 1~7, markY (for YES) if the statement agrees with the information given in the passage;N (for NO) if the statement contradicts the information given in the passage;NG (for NOT GIVEN)if the information is not given in the passage.For questions 8~10, complete the sentences with the information given in the passage.The T rouble with T elevisionIt is difficult to escape the influence of television. If you fit the statistical averages, by the age of 20 you will have been exposed to at least 20,000 hours of television. Y ou can add10,000 hours for each decade you have lived after the age of 20. The only things Americans do more than watch television are work and sleep.Calculate for a moment what could be done with even a part of those hours. Five thousand hours, I am told, are what a typical college undergraduate spends working on a bachelors degree. In 10,000 hours you could have learned enough to become an astronomer or engineer. Y ou could have learned several languages fluently. If it appealed to you, youcould be reading Homer in the original Greek or Dostoyevsky in Russian. If it didn t, you could have walked around the world and written a book about it.The trouble with television is that it discourages concentration. Almost anything interesting and rewarding in life requires some constructive, consistently applied effort. The dullest,the least gifted of us can achieve things that seem miraculous to those who never concentrate onanything. But television encourages us to apply no effort. It sells us instantgratification（满意）. It diverts us only to divert, to make the time pass without pain. Television s variety becomes a narcotic（麻醉的）, nor a stimulus. Its serial, kaleidoscopic （万花筒般的）exposures force us to follow its lead. The viewer is on a perpetual guidedtour: 30 minutes at the museum, 30 at the cathedral, 30 for a drink, then back on the bus to the next attraction—except on television, typically, the spans allotted arc on theorder of minutes or seconds, and the chosen delights are more often car crashes and people killing one another. In short, a lot of television usurps（篡夺；侵占）one of the mostprecious of all human gifts, the ability to focus your attention yourself, rather than just passively surrender it.Capturing your attention—and holding it—is the prime motive of most television programming and enhances its role as a profitable advertising vehicle. Programmers live in constantfear of losing anyone s attention—anyone s. The surest way to avoid doing so is to keep everything brief, not to strain the attention of anyone but instead to provide constantstimulation through variety, novelty, action and movement. Quite simply, television operates on the appeal to the short attention span.It is simply the easiest way out. But it has come to be regarded as a given, as inherent in the medium itself; as an imperative, as though General Sarnoff, or one of the other augustpioneers of video, had bequeathed（遗留；传于）to us tablets of stone commanding that nothing in television shall ever require more than a few moments Concentration.In its place that is fine. Who can quarrel with a medium that so brilliantly packages escapist entertainment as a mass marketing tool? But I see its values now pervading this nationand its life. It has become fashionable to think that, like fast food, fast ideas are the way to get to a fast moving, impatient public.In the case of news, this practice, in my view, results in inefficient communication. I question how much of television s nightly news effort is really absorbable and understandable.Much of it is what has been aptly described as “machine gunning with scraps.”I think the technique fights coherence. I think it tends to make things ultimately boring (unless theyare accompanied by horrifying pictures) because almost anything is boring if you know almost nothing about it.I believe that TV s appeal to the short attention span is not only inefficient communication but decivilizing as well. Consider the casual assumptions that television tends tocultivate: that complexity must be avoided, that visual stimulation is a substitute for thought, thatverbal precision is an anachronism. It may be old fashioned, but I was taughtthat thought is words, arranged in grammatically precise.There is a crisis of literacy in this country. One study estimates that some 30 million adult Americans are “functionally illiterate” and cannot read or write well enough to answer thewant ad or understand the instructions on a medicine bottle.Literacy may not be an inalienable human right, but it is one that the highly literate Founding Fathers might not have found unreasonable or even unattainable. We are not only notattaining it as a nation, statistically speaking, but we are falling further and further short of attaining it. And, while I would not be so simplistic as to suggest that television is thecause, I believe it contributes and is an influence.Everything about this nation—the structure of the society, its forms of family organization, its economy, its place in the world—has become more complex, not less. Y et itsdominating communications instrument, its principal form of national linkage, is one that sells neat resolutions to human problems that usually have no neat resolutions. It is allsymbolized in my mind by the hugely successful art form that television has made central to the culture, the 30 second commercial: the tiny drama of the earnest housewife whofinds happiness in choosing the right toothpaste.When before in human history has so much humanity collectively surrendered so much of its leisure to one toy, one mass diversion? When before has virtually an entire nationsurrendered itself wholesale to a medium for selling?Some years ago Y ale University law professor Charles L. Black. Jr. wrote: “… forced feeding on trivial fare is not itself a trivial matter. I think this society is being forced, fed with trivialfare, and I fear that the effects on our habits of mind, our language, our tolerance for effort, and our appetite for complexity are only dimly perceived. If I am wrong, we will havedone no harm to look at the issue skeptically and critically, to consider how we should be residing it. I hope yo u will join with me in doing so.”注意：此部分试题在答题卡1上作答；8~10题在答题卡1上。

大学英语四级考试模拟试题四试卷阅读理解（共15小题，每小题3分，共45分）阅读下面的短文，然后根据短文内容，从每小题的四个选项中选出最佳答案。

Passage 1The key to learning any foreign language is practice. It doesn’t matter how many books you read or how many grammar rules you memorize, if you don’t practice speaking the language regularly, you will never become fluent. Here are some fun and effective ways to practice speaking English every day.1.Talk to yourself in English. When you are alone athome or in your car, talk to yourself in English. Describewhat you see, think or feel in English. This will help youimprove your fluency and build your confidence.2.Find an English-speaking friend. If you have a friendwho is a native English speaker, ask if you can practicespeaking English with them. This will give you theopportunity to have conversations with a native speakerand learn from their pronunciation and natural way ofspeaking.3.Join a language exchange group. Language exchangegroups are a great way to meet people who are alsolearning English. You can take turns speaking in your native language and English. This way, you can practice speaking English and also help someone else practice their nativelanguage.4.Watch English movies or TV shows with subtitles.Watching movies or TV shows in English with subtitles can help you improve your listening skills and learn newvocabulary and expressions. Pay attention to how theactors pronounce the words and try to imitate them.e language learning apps. There are manylanguage learning apps available that can help you practice speaking English. These apps usually have features thatallow you to record your voice and compare it to nativespeakers. This can help you identify areas where you need improvement.Remember, the more you practice speaking English, the better you will become. So, try to incorporate these fun and effective ways into your daily routine and watch your fluency improve!1. According to the passage, what is the key to learning any foreign language?A. Memorizing grammar rules.B. Reading books.C. Practicing speaking regularly.D. Talking to yourself in the language.2. What can you do to practice speaking English when you are alone?A. Find an English-speaking friend.B. Join a language exchange group.C. Talk to yourself in English.D. Watch English movies with subtitles.3. What can you learn from watching English movies with subtitles?A. New grammar rules.B. Correct pronunciation.C. Writing skills.D. Listening skills.4. Why is it helpful to use language learning apps?A. They allow you to practice with native speakers.B. They provide new vocabulary and expressions.C. They help improve your pronunciation.D. They allow you to record your voice and identify areas for improvement.5. What is the main idea of the passage?A. Learning a foreign language is difficult.B. Practice speaking is essential for learning a foreign language.C. Language learning apps are the best way to learn a foreign language.D. Talking to yourself in English is an ineffective way to practice.完形填空（共15小题，每小题2分，共30分）阅读下面的短文，然后从每小题的四个选项中选出最佳答案。

大学英语四级听力模拟试题(四)及答案University English Test Listening Practice Test 4 and Answersn AIn this n。

you will hear 8 short ns and 2 ___。

one or ___ will be asked about what was said。

Both the n and the ns will be spoken only once。

After each n。

there will be a pause。

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you must read the four choices marked A。

B。

C。

and D。

and decide which is the best answer。

Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 1 with a single line through the center.Answer ns 1-25:1.___ at the turnout of her party。

She expected more people to come.2.___ and are used to warm weather。

so they feel lucky to be going somewhere cold。

However。

they have not booked their air tickets yet.3.The man received a medal。

and he was pleased about it。

It is not clear what the medal was for。

but it is likely that he did something courageous。

He may have been a firefighter in the past。

2021年大学英语四级(CET-4)真题模拟试卷4【附答案】Part I Writing (30 minutes)Directions:For this part, you are allowed 30 minute to write a short essay on the topic of students selecting their lectures. You should write at least 120words following the outline given bellow:1.越来越多的博物馆免费对外开放的目的是什么？2.也会带来一些问题3.你的看法？Free admission to museumsPart II Reading Comprehension (Skimming and Scanning) (15 minutes) Directions: In this part, you will have 15 minutes to go over the passage quickly and answer the questions on Answer Sheet 1. For questions 1-7, choose thebest answer from the four choices marked A),B),C) and D). For questions8-10, complete the sentences with the information given in the passage.How Do You See Diversity?As a manager, Tiffany is responsible for interviewing applicants for some of the positions with her company .During one interview, she noticed that the candidate never made direct eye contact. She was puzzled and somewhat disappointed because she liked the individual otherwise.He had a perfect resume and gave good responses to her questions, but the fact that he never looked her in the eye said “untrustworthy,” so she decided to offer the job to her second choice.“It wasn’t until I attended a diversity workshop that I realized the person we passed over was the perfect person,” Tiffany confesses. What she hadn’t known at the time of the interview was that the candidate’s “different” behavior was simply a cultural misunderstanding . He was an Asian-American raised in a household where respect for those in authority was shown by averting(避开) your eyes.“I was just thrown off by the lack of ye contact; not realizing it was cultural,”Tiffany says. “I missed out ,but will not miss that opportunity again.”Many of us have had similar encounters with behaviors we perceive as different. As the world becomes smaller and our workplaces more diverse, it is becoming essential to expand our under-standing of others and to reexamine some of our false assumptions .Hire AdvantageAt a time when hiring qualified people is becoming more difficult ,employers who can eliminate invalid biases(偏爱) from the process have a distinct advantage .My company, Mindsets LLC ,helps organizations and individuals see their own blind spots . A real estate recruiter we worked with illustrates the positive difference such training can make .“During my Mindsets coaching session ,I was taught how to recruit a diversified workforce. I recruited people from different cultures and skill sets .The agents were able to utilize their full potential and experiences to build up the company .When the real estate market began to change, it was because we had a diverse agent pool that we were able to stay in the real estate market much longer than others in the same profession.”Blinded by GenderDale is an account executive who attended one of my workshops on supervising a diverse workforce . “Through one of the sessions ,I discovered my personal bias ,” he recalls . “I learned I had not been looking at a person as a whole person , and being open to differences .” In his case , the blindness was not about culture but rather gender .“I had a management position open in my department ;and the two finalists were a man and a woman . Had I not attended this workshop , I would have automatically assumed the man was the best candidate because the position required quite a bit of extensive travel . My reasoning would have been that even though both candidates were great and could have been successful in the position , I assumed the woman would have wanted to be home with her children and not travel .”Dale’s assumptions are another example of the well-intentioned but incorrect thinking that limits an organization’s ability to tap into the full potential of a diverse workforce .“I learned from the class that instead of imposing my gender biases into the situation , I needed to present the full range of duties, responsibilities and expectations to all candidates and allow them to make an informed decision .” Dale credits the workshop , “because it helped me make decisions based on fairness .”Year of the Know-It-AllDoug is another supervisor who attended one of my workshops .He recalls a major lesson learned from his own employee.“One of my most embarrassing moments was when I had a Chinese-American employee put in a request to take time off to celebrate Chinese New Year . In my ignorance , I assumed he had his dates wrong , as the first of January had just passed .When I advised him of this , I gave him a long talking-to about turning in requests early with the proper dates .“He patiently waited , then when I was done , he said he would like Chinese New Year did not begin January first , and that Chinese New Year ,which is tied to the lunar cycle ,is one of the most celebrated holidays on the Chinese calendar . Needless to say , I felt very embarrassed in assuming he had his dates mixed up . But I learned a great deal about assumptions , and that the timing of holidays varies considerably from culture to culture .“Attending the diversity workshop helped me realize how much I could learn by simply asking questions and creating dialogues with my employees , rather than making assumptions and trying to be a know-it-all ,” Doug admits . “The biggest thing I took away from the workshop is learning how to be more ‘inclusive’ to differences.”A better Bottom LineAn open mind about diversity not only improves organizations internally , it is profitable as well . These comments from a customer service representative show how an inclusive attitude can improve sales .”Most of my customers speak English as a second language . One of the best things my company has done is to contract with a language service that offers translations over the phone . It wasn’t until my boss received Mindsets’ training that she was able to understand how important inclusiveness was to customer service . As result , our customer base has increased .”Once we start to see people as individuals . and discard the stereotypes , we can move positively toward inclusiveness for everyone . Diversity is about coming together and taking advantage of our differences and similarities . It is about building better communities and organizations that enhance us as individuals and reinforce our shared humanity .When we begin to question our assumptions and challenge what we think we have learned from our past , from the media, peers , family , friends , etc , we begin to realize that some of our conclusions are flawed(有缺陷的) or contrary to our fundamental values . We need to train our-selves to think differently , shift our mindsets and realize that diversity opens doors for all of us ,creating opportunities in organizations and communities that benefit everyone .1.What bothered Tiffany during an interview with her candidate?A)He just wouldn’t look her in the eye.B)He was slow in answering her questions.C)His answers to some of her questions were irrelevant.D)His answers to some of her questions were irrelevant .2. Tiffany’s misjudgment about the candidate stemmed from .A) Racial stereotypes. C) Racial stereotypes.B) Invalid personal bias . D) Emphasis on physical appearance3. What is becoming essential in the course of economic globalization accordingto the author?A) Hiring qualified technical and management personnel.B) Increasing understanding of people of other cultures.C) Constantly updating knowledge and equipment.D) Expanding domestic and international markets.4. What kind of organization is Mindsets LLC?A) A real estate agency. C) A cultural exchange organization.B) A personnel training company. D) A hi-tech company5. After one of the workshops ,account executive Dale realized that .A) He had hired the wrong person.B) He could have done more for his company.C) He had not managed his workforce well.D) He must get rid of his gender bias.6. What did Dale think of Mindsets LLC’s workshop?A) It was well-intentioned but poorly conducted.B) It tapped into the executives’ full potential.C) It helped him make fair decisions.D) It met participants’ diverse needs.7. How did Doug, a supervisor, respond to a Chinese-American employee’srequest for leave?A)He told him to get the dates right. C)He flatly turned it downB)He demanded an explanation. D)He readily approved it.8. Doug felt when he realized that his assumption was wrong.9. After attending Mindsets’ workshops, the participants came to know theimportance of to their business.10. When we view people as individuals and get rid of stereotypes , we canachieve diversity and benefit from the between us.Part III Listening Comprehension (35 Minutes) Section ADirections: In this section, you will hear 8 short conversations and 2 long conversations. At the end of each conversation, one or more questions willbe asked about what was said .Both the conversation and the questionswill be spoken only once .After each question there will be a pause . Duringthe pause, you must read the four choices marked A),B),C) and D), anddecide which is the best answer. Then mark the corresponding letter onAnswer sheet 2 with a single line through the centre.11. A) She expected more people at her party.B) She enjoys entertaining small children.C) She threw a surprise party for her friendD) She has always enjoyed great popularity.12. A) They are not used to living in a cold place.B) They feel lucky to live in Florida.C) They are going to have a holiday.D) They have not booked their air tickets yet.13. A) He was pleased to get the medal. C) He used to be a firefighter.B) He was very courageous. D) He was accused of causing a fire.14. A) Make a profitable investment. C) Get parts for the machine from Japan.B) Buy a new washing machine D) Have the old washing machine fixed.15. A) He is pleased with his exciting new job.B) He finds the huge workload unbearable.C) He finds his office much too big for him.D) He is not so excited about his new position.16. A) The woman is going to hold a big party tomorrow.B) The man has no idea what the right thing to do is.C) The woman doesn’t know how to get to the party.D) The man offers to drive the woman to the party.17. A) Drawing up a business plan. C) Finalizing a contract.B) Discussing a term paper. D) Reviewing a co-authored article.18. A) She ordered some paper. C) She chatted online with a friendB) She had the printer repaired. D) She filled in an application form Questions 19 to 22 are based on the conversation you have just heard.19. A) His health is getting worse. C) His past life upsets him a good deal.B) He can no longer work at sea. D) He has not got the expected pension.20. A) She passed away years ago. C) She has been working at a clinic.B) She used to work as a model. D) She has been seriously ill for years.21. A) She has made lots of money as a doctor.B) She is going to take care of her old dad.C) She has never got on with her father.D) She is kind and generous by nature.22. A) He dines out with his wife every weekend.B) He is excellent but looks had-tempered.C) He does not care about his appearance.D) He is not quite popular with his patients.Questions 23 to 25 are based on the conversation you have just heard.23. A) The man has sent the order to the woman by mistakeB) Some of the telephone systems don’t work properlyC) Some of the packs do not contain any manuals.D) The quality of the goods is not up to the standard.24. A) Send a service engineer to do the repairs.B) Consult her boss about the best solution.C) Pass the man’s order to the right person.D) The quality of the goods is not up to the standard.25. A) Ideal. C) PartialB) Temporary D) CreativeSection BDirections:In this section, you will hear 3 short passages .At the end of each passage .You will hear some questions. Boss the passage and the questions will bespoken only once. After you hear a question, you must choose the bestanswer from the four choices marked A),B),C) and D). Then thecorresponding letter on Answer Sheet 2 with a single line through thecentre.Passage OneQuestions 26 to 28 are based on the passage you have just heard.26. A) It is entertaining. C) It takes lots of time.B) It is a costly hobby. D) It requires training.27. A) They can harm nearby plants. C) They fight each other for food.B) They may catch some disease. D) They may pollute the environment.28. A) Place the food on warmer spots. C) Avoid using any contaminated food.B) Use prepared feed mixtures only. D) Continue the feeding till it gets warm. Passage TwoQuestions 29 to 32 are based on the passage you have just heard.29. A) He will betray even his best friends.B) He is able to make up good excuses.C) He will lie whenever he wants.D) He tries to achieve his goal at any cost30. A) She made him apologize C) She broke up with him.B) She readily forgave him D) She refused to answer his calls.31. A) Buy her a new set of tires. C) Lend her his batteries.B) Help clean her apartment. D) Move furniture for her.Passage ThreeQuestions 32 to 35 are based on the passage you have just heard.32. A) The atmosphere they live in is rather unreal.B) Their parents put too much pressure on them.C) It’s hard for them to get along with other kids.D) They have to live in the shadow of their parents.33. A) He always boasts about his rich father.B) He will grow up to be good for nothing.C) He has too much to know the value of things.D) He is too young to manage his inherited property.34. A) She wants Amanda to get professional care.B) She has no experience in raising children.C) She wants to show off her wealth.D) She has no time to do it herself.35. A) The lifestyle depicted in Hollywood movies.B) The worship of money, beauty and pleasure.C) The attention the media focuses on them.D) The pursuing of perfection in performance.Section CDirections : In this section , you will hear a passage three times .When the passage isread for the first time, you should listen carefully for its general idea .When the passage is read for the second time, you are required to fill inthe blanks numbered from 36 to 43 with the exact words you have justheard. For blanks numbered from 44 to 46 you are required to fill in themissing information. For these blanks, you can either use the exact wordsyou have just heard or write down the main points in your own words.Finally, when the passage is read for the third time, you should check whatyou have written .Around 120 years ago, Ebbinghaus began his study of memory. He(36) .onstudying how quickly the human mind can remember (37) . One result of hisresearch is known as the total time hypothesis(假设), which simply means the amountyou learn (38) on the time you spend trying to learn it . This can be taken asour first rule of learning.Although it is usually true that studying for four hours is better than studying forone, there is still the question of how we should use the four hours. For example, is itbetter to study for four hours (39) or to study for one hour a day for four days ina (40) ?. The answer, as you may have (41) , is that it is better to spreadout the study times. This (42) , through which we can learn more (43) .bydividing our practice time, is known as the distribution of practice effect. Thus, (44).But we’re not finished yet. We haven’t considered how we should study oververy short periods of time. (45).Should you look at the same wordin rapid succession, or look at the word and then have some delay before you look at itagain ?(46).Part IV Reading Comprehension (reading in depth) (25 minutes) Section ADirections:In this section, there is a passage with ten blanks. You are required to select one word for each blank from a list of choices given in a word bankfollowing the passage. Read the passage through carefully before makingyour choices. Each choice in bank is identified by a letter. Please markthe corresponding letter for each item on Answer Sheet 2 with a singleline through the centre. You may not use any of the words in the bankmore than once.Questions 47 to 56 are based on the following passage.Every year in the first week of my English class, some students inform me that writhing is too hard. They never write, unless assignments 47 it . They fine the writing process 48 and difficult.How awful to be able to speak in a language but not to write in it- 49 English , with its rich vocabulary . Being able to speak but not write is like living in an 50 mansion(豪宅) and never leaving one small room . When I meet students who think they can’t write, I know as a teacher my 51 is to show them the rest of the rooms . My task is to build fluency while providing the opportunity inherent in any writing activity to 52 the moral and emotional development of my students . One great way to do this is by having students write in a journal in class every day.Writing ability is like strength training. Writing needs to be done 53 , just like exercise ; just as muscles grow stronger with exercise , writing skills improve quickly with writing practice. I often see a rise in student confidence and 54 after only a few weeks of journal writing .Expressing oneself in writing is one of the most important skills I teach to strengthen the whole student. When my students practice journal writing, they are practicing for their future academic, political, and 55 lives . They build skills so that some day they might write a great novel, a piece of sorely needed legislation, or the perfect love letter. Every day that they write in their journals puts them a step 56 to fluency , eloquence (雄辩), and command of language .A)closer I) painfulB)daily J) performanceC)emotional K) professionD)enhance L) remarkablyE)enormous M) requireF)especially N) sensitiveG)hinder O) urgeH)missionSection BDirections:There are 2 passages in this section. Each passage is followed by some questions or unfinished statements. For each of them there are fourchoices marked A), B), C) and D). You should decide on the best choiceand mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 2 with a single linethrough the centre.Passage OneQuestions 57 to 61 are based on the following passage.The January fashion show, called FutureFashion , exemplified how far green design has come. Organized by the New York-based nonprofit Earth Pledge, the show inspired many top designers to work with sustainable fabrics for the first time. Several have since made pledges to include organic fabrics in their lines.The designers who undertake green fashion still face many challenges. Scott Hahn, cofounder with Gregory of Rogan and Loomstate, which uses all-organic cotton, says high-quality sustainable materials can still be tough to fine . “Most designers with existing labels are finding there aren’t comparable fabrics that can just replace what you’re doing and shat your customers are used to,” he says. For example, organic cotton and non-organic cotton are virtually indistinguishable once woven into a dress. But some popular synthetics, like stretch nylon, still have few eco-friendly equivalents.Those who do make the switch are finding they have more support. Last year the influential trade show Designers & Agents stopped charging its participation fee for young green entrepreneurs(企业家) who attend its two springtime shows in Los Angeles and New York and gave special recognition to designers whose collections are at least 25% sustainable . It now counts more than 50 green designers, up from fewer than a dozen two years ago. This week Wal-Mart is set to announce a major initiative aimed at helping cotton farmers go organic: it will buy transitional(过渡型的) cottonat higher prices , thus helping to expand the supply of a key sustainable material . “Mainstream is about to occur,” says Hahn.Some analysts(分析师) are less sure . Among consumers, only 18%are even aware that ecofashion exists, up from 6% four years ago. Natalie Hormilla, a fashion writer, is an example of the unconverted consumer, when asked if she owned any sustainable clothes, she replied: “Not that I’m aware of.” Like most consumers, she finds little time to shop, and when she does, she’s on the hunt for “cute stuff that isn’ttoo expensive.” By her own admission, green just isn’t yet on her mind. But –thanks tothe combined efforts of designers, retailers and suppliers –one day it will be.57. What is said about FutureFashion?A) It inspired many leading designers to start going green.B) It showed that designers using organic fabrics would go far.C) It served as an example of how fashion shows should be organized.D) It convinced the public that fashionable clothes should be made durable.58. According to Scott Hahn, one big challenge to designers who will go organic is that.A) much more time is needed to finish a dress using sustainable materials .B) they have to create new brands for clothes made of organic materials .C) customers have difficulty telling organic from non-organic materials .D) quality organic replacements for synthetics are not readily available .59. We learn from Paragraph 3 that designers who undertake green fashion .A) can attend various trade shows free .B) are readily recognized by the fashion worldC) can buy organic cotton at favorable prices .D) are gaining more and more support .60. What is Natalie Hormilla’s attitude toward ecofashion?A) She doesn’t seem to care about it. C) She is doubtful of its practical value.B) She doesn’t think it is sustainable D) She is very much opposed to the idea61. What does the author think of green fashion?A) Green products will soon go mainstream.B) It has a very promising future.C) Consumers have the final say.D) It will appeal more to young people.Passage TwoQuestions 62 to 66 are based on the following passage.Scientists have devised a way to determine roughly where a person has lived using a strand(缕) of hair , a technique that could help track the movements of criminal suspects or unidentified murder victims .The method relies on measuring how chemical variations in drinking water show up in people’s hair.“You’re what you eat and drink, and that’s recorded in you hair,” said Thure Cerling, a geologist at the University of Utah.While U.S diet is relatively identical, water supplies vary. The differences result from weather patterns. The chemical composition of rainfall changes slightly as raid clouds move.Most hydrogen and oxygen atoms in water are stable , but traces of both elements are also present as heavier isotopes (同位素) . The heaviest raid falls first .As a result, storms that form over the Pacific deliver heavier water to California than to Utah.Similar patterns exist throughout the U.S. By measuring the proportion of heavier hydrogen and oxygen isotopes along a strand of hair, scientists can construct a geographic timeline. Each inch of hair corresponds to about two months.Cerling’s team collected tap water samples from 600 cities and constructed a mop of the regional differences. They checked the accuracy of the map by testing 200 hair samples collected from 65 barber shops.They were able to accurately place the hair samples in broad regions roughly corresponding to the movement of raid systems.“It’s not good for pinpointing (精确定位),” Cerling said . “It’s good for eliminating many possibilities.”Todd Park, a local detective, said the method has helped him learn more about an unidentified woman whose skeleton was found near Great Salt Lake.The woman was 5 feet tall. Police recovered 26 bones, a T-shirt and several strands of hair.When Park heard about the research, he gave the hair samples to the researchers. Chemical testing showed that over the two years before her death, she moved about every two months.She stayed in the Northwest, although the test could not be more specific than somewhere between eastern Oregon and western Wyoming.“It’s still a substantial area,” Park said “But it narrows it way down for me.”62. What is the scientists’ new discovery?A) One’s hair growth has to do with the amount of water they drink.B) A person’s hair may reveal where they have lived.C) Hair analysis accurately identifies criminal suspects.D) The chemical composition of hair varies from person to person.63. What does the author mean by “You’re what you eat and drink” (Line 1, Para.3)?A) Food and drink affect one’s personality development.B) Food and drink preferences vary with individuals.C) Food and drink leave traces in one’s body tissues.D) Food and drink are indispensable to one’s existence.64. What is said about the rainfall in America’s West?A) There is much more rainfall in California than in Utah.B) The water it delivers becomes lighter when it moves inland.C) Its chemical composition is less stable than in other areas.D) It gathers more light isotopes as it moves eastward.65. What did Cerling’s team produce in their research?A) A map showing the regional differences of tap water.B) A collection of hair samples from various barber shops.C) A method to measure the amount of water in human hair.D) A chart illustrating the movement of the rain system.66. What is the practical value of Cerling’s research?A) It helps analyze the quality of water in different regions.B) It helps the police determine where a crime is committed.C) It helps the police narrow down possibilities in detective work.D) It helps identify the drinking habits of the person under investigation.Part V Cloze (15 minutes)Kimiyuki Suda should be a perfect customer for Japan’s car-makers. He’s a young, successful executive at an Internet-services company in Tokyo and has plenty of disposable 67 . He used to own Toyota’s Hilux Surf, a sport utility vehicle. But now he uses 68 subways and grains . “It’s not inconvenient at all ,” he says 69 , “having a car is so 20th century.”Suda reflects a worrisome 70 in Japan; the automobile is losing its emotional appeal, 71 among the young ,who prefer to spend their money on the latest electronic devices. 72 mini-cars and luxury foreign brands are still popular ,everything in between is 73 .Last years sales fell 6.7 percent, 7.6 percent 74 you don’t count the mini-car market . There have been 75 one-year drops in other nations :sales in Germany fell 9 percent in 2007 76 a tax increase . But experts say Japan is77 in that sales have been decreasing steadily78 time. Since 1990, yearly new-car sales have fallen from 7.8 million to 5.4 million units in 2007.67. A) profit C) incomeB) payment D) budget68. A) mostly C) occasionallyB) partially D) rarely69. A) Therefore C) OtherwiseB) Besides D) Consequently70. A) drift C) currentB) tide D) trend71. A) remarkably C) speciallyB) essentially D )particularly72. A) While C) WhenB) Because D) Since73. A) surging C) slippingB) stretching D) shaking74. A) unless C) asB) if D) after75. A) lower C) broaderB) slighter D) larger76. A) liable to C) thanks toB) in terms of D) in view of77. A) unique C) mysteriousB) similar D) strange78. A) over C) onB) against D) behindAlarmed by this state of 79 , the Japan Automobile Manufacturers Association (JAMA) 80 a comprehensive study of the market in 2006. It found that a 81 wealth gap, demographic(人口结构的) changes and 82 lack of interest in cars led Japanese to hold their83 longer , replace their cars with smaller ones84 give up car ownership altogether .JAMA85 a further sales decline of 1.2 percent this year. Some experts believe that if the trend continues for much longer , further consolidation (合并) in the automotive sector is86 .79. A) mess C) growthB) boom D) decay80. A) proceeded C) launchedB)relieved D) revised81. A) quickening C) strengtheningB) widening D) lengthening82. A) average C) abundantB) massive D) general83. A) labels C) vehiclesB) cycles D) devices84. A) or C) butB) until D) then85. A) concludes C) reckonsB) predicts D) prescribes86. A) distant C) temporaryB) likely D) immediate。

Model Test 4【参考答案】Part ⅠPopularity of Wechat Among College Students Wechat, also called Weixin, is a chat software for mobile phones which enables users to communicate with each other through voice messages, videos, pictures and texts for free. Since it has been launched recent years, it has attracted millions of eyes among college students.Why does Wechat become so popular in such a short time among college students? Firstly, most mobile chat applications lack the function of voicemail, Wechat’s voice message function overcome these difficulties. Secondly, typing Chinese characters is so troublesome for every users. What’s more, Wechat can help users save money on making voice phone calls to reduce college students’economy burden.All in all, Wechat, a popular smartphone application which combines messaging with social networking tools, has become a trend for its convenience and low cost.Part Ⅱ1～5 BCADD 6～10 ACCBD11～15 ABCAC16～20 BCDBC 21～25 DCCCAPart Ⅲ2. K 27. D 28. M 29. O 30. A31. F 32. H 33. I 34. C 35. B36. F 37. E 38. A 39. I 40. C41. L 42. J 43. G 44. H 45. K51～55 BCBDD 56～60 ACBCDPart ⅣThe Foolish Old Man Removes the Mountains is a well-known Chinese fable. The fable concerns a 90 year-old man named Yu Gong who lived near a pair of mountains. Due to the obstruction caused by the mountains, Yu Gong sought to dig through them with hoes and baskets. When questioned as to the seemingly impossible nature of his task, Yu Gong replied that while he may not finish this task in his lifetime, through the hard work of himself, his children, and their children, and so on through the many generations, some day the mountains would be removed if he persevered. The gods in Heaven impressed with his hard work and perseverance, and then ordered to remove the mountains.【听力原文】Section AN e w s R e p o r t O n eKenyan police say one person was killed and 26 injured in an explosion at a bus station in central Nairobi. The blast hit a bus about to set off for the Ugandan capital Kampala. Last July, the Somali group al-Shabab said it was behind the blasts in the Ugandan capital which killed more than 70 people. Will Ross reports from the Kenyan capital.The explosion happened beside a bus which was about to set off for an overnight journey from Nairobi to the Ugandan capital Kampala. Some eyewitnesses report that a bag was about to be loaded on board, but it exploded during a security check. Windows of the red bus were left smashed, and blood could be seen on the ground beside the vehicle. Just hours earlier, Uganda’s police chief had warned of possible Christmas-time attacks by Somali rebels.Questions 1 and 2 are based on the news report you have just heard.1. What is the news report mainly about?2. When did the incident occur?Woolworths is one of the best known names on the British High Street. It’s been in business nearly a cen tury. Many of its 800 stores are likely to close following the company’s decision to call in administrators after an attempt to sell the business for a token £1 failed.The company has huge debts. The immediate cause for the collapse has been British’s slide toward recession, which has cut into consumer spending. However, the business had been in trouble for years. Known for low-priced general goods, Woolworths has struggled in the face of competition from supermarkets expanding beyond groceries and a new generation of internet retailers.Many of the store group’s 25,000 employees are likely to lose their jobs. Some profitable areas such as the DVD publishing business will survive.Questions 3 and 4 are based on the news report you have just heard.3. What do we learn about Woolworths from the news report?4. What did Woolworths attempt to do recently?Cairo is known for its overcrowded roads, irregular driving practices and shaky old vehicles, but also for its air pollution. In recent months, though, environmental studies indicate there have been signs of improvement. That’s due in part to the removal of many of the capital’s old-fashioned black and white taxis. Most of these dated back to the 1960s and 70s and were in a poor state of repair.After new legislation demanded their removal from the roads, a low interest loan scheme was set up with three Egyptian banks so drivers could buy new cars. The government pays about $900 for old ones to be discarded and advertising on the new vehicles helps cover repayments.The idea has proved popular with customers—they can now travel in air-conditioned comfort and because the new cabs are metered, they don’t have to argue over fares. Banks and car manufacturers are glad for the extra business in tough economic times. As for the taxi drivers, most are delighted to be behind the wheel of new cars, although there have been a few complaints about switching from black and white to a plain white color.Questions 5 to 7 are based on the news report you have just heard.5. What change took place in Cairo recently?6. What helped bring about the change?7. Why do customers no longer argue with new cab drivers? Section BC o n v e r s a t i o n O n eW: Good morning, Mr. Smith. May I join you on the walking exercise? I thought it is a good idea to walk around to getsome fresh air early in the morning.M: Do come along. It is nice to have some company for a good exercise. My wife comes along with me sometimes but she isquite irregular. We have a large family and she has to preparebreakfast for the children and for me.W: Do you take walking exercise every morning?M: Yes. I feel much better after a good walk in the morning. I have to sit at a desk the whole day. Some exercise before going towork helps. It clears my head and puts vigor into my body.W: Some people prefer to take an evening walk after dinner.M: I get fairly late coming back from office. Then I have my little son with his lessons in the evenings.W: These days, fitness walking is getting very popular. Nearly all men come out for fitness walking between five and six in themorning.M: I notice that they are the middle-aged and older people, who are out walking in the morning. They understand theimportance of morning exercise.W: Yes, it seems like that. The young white collars go to parties after works so often that they can hardly get up early in themorning. That is the reason for their absence from fitnesswalking.M: Also perhaps they are in the prime of life and do not feel the strain like us older men.W: You said it.M: Well, today’s walking exercise was very refreshing and informative. I must go home now and get ready for work. Seeyou tomorrow again for a morning exercise.Questions 8 to 11 are based on the conversation you have just heard.8. What do we learn about the man’s wife?9. What does the man say about morning exercise?10. Why doesn’t the man take exercise in the evening?11. What will the man probably do next?C o n v e r s a t i o n T w oM: Good morning, Mrs. I am Alexander Ford.W: Good morning. Have a seat please. Mr. Ford, we have here your application for a salesman job. Can you tell us somethingabout yourself?M: I am a graduate. I am 21 years old. In my B.A., I had commerce as my major.W: Do you have any previous experience in sales?M: This is my first regular job. I was a student before this. But I do have a little experience in sales.W: If this is to be your first job, where did you get the experience in sales?M: During my summer vacation, I used to work as a part-time door-to-door salesman for a lady who embroidered table linen at home. I went from door to door selling her handiwork. I earned a small commission on the good that I sold.W: That was enterprising of you. Didn’t that door-to-door selling interfere with your studies?M: Not really, Mrs. I did this work during my holidays when I had little else to do.W: Do you speak Hindi, Mr. Ford? That would be an essential requirement for a salesman in this area. Not everyone here speaks English.M: Yes, I do have a working knowledge of Hindi, Mrs.W: Why did you decide to take a job as a salesman?M: I think that a salesman’s job is an exciting and interesting one.It is a challenge and one would feel a great satisfaction in achieving the targets set.W: Oh, I see. Well, I think our interview is completed then. Are there any questions you would like to ask me?M: No, not at the moment.W: Well, it was nice meeting you. We will write to you shortly to let you know the result of the interview once we agree on theright candidate. Thank you for coming, Goodbye.Questions 12 to 15 are based on the conversation you have just heard.12. What’s the purpose of Mr. Ford’s visit?13. What is Mr. Ford’s major in college?14. What does the man think of the job as a salesman?15. What can we conclude from the conversation?Section CP a s s a g e O n eCars are an important part of life in the United States. Without a car, most people feel that they are poor. And even if a person is poor, he doesn’t feel really poor when he has a car.There are three main reasons the car became so popular in the United States. First of all, the country is a huge one and Americans like to move around it. The car provides the most comfortable and cheapest form of transportation. Long distance trains have never been as common in the United States as they are in other parts of the world.Nowadays there is a good system of air service provided by plane, but it is too expensive to be used frequently.The third reason is the most important one, though. The Americans spirit of independence is what really made the car popular. Americans don’t like to wait for a bus, or a train or even a plane. They don’t like to have to follow an exact schedule. A car gives them the freedom to schedule their own time, and this is the freedom that Americans most want to have.Questions 16 to 18 are based on the passage you have just heard.16. What will happen to poor American when he owns a car?17. According to the passage, which of the following is true?18. Why do Americans prefer cars to other means of transport? P a s s a g e T w oFrom the earliest times the sea has been a place of secrets—a place of mysteries hidden from us by thousands of kilograms of water. The early Greeks sailed the oceans. They wrote about the sea. But since they could not dive deep into the waters, they could not lay bare these secrets. And so the secrets remained.But today we have more ways to study the sea than did the early Greeks. Scientists are learning about life in the sea, and how it may improve life on land. The study of sea plants and sea animals mayhelp us to learn new ways of getting food.Scientists are searching the ocean floor for oil and gas deposits, to keep our world running smoothly. And they are also learning how not to pollute the oceans. For if the sea dies, so does life on earth. The sea may even become our home someday. People are studying ways to build cities on the ocean, and make more room to live in an overcrowded world.More study was done, at first, by divers. But it was too dangerous for divers to keep diving and coming to the surface.So now, laboratories on the ocean s’floor are homes for divers for months on end. Divers can work outside in the water and return to the laboratory to eat and sleep.Questions 19 to 21 are based on the passage you have just heard.19. Who wrote about the seas in early times?20. What are the scientists learning about life in the sea?21. What happens when the sea dies?P a s s a g e T h r e eIn 1945, a new type of airplane engine was invented. It was much lighter and more powerful than earlier engines, and enabled warplane to fly faster and higher than ever before. This type of engine was called the jet engine because it blows a large jet of hot airbackwards at high speeds.The first airliner to use the new jet engine was built in Britain and it began carrying passengers in 1925. It had two jet engines and flew much higher than petrol-engine airliners. At this height the air is thinner and very cold, and so the airplane can cut through the air more easily. There are no clouds to disturb the flight of the airliner, and the rain and thunderstorms are far below it. The sky above is a brilliant blue.However, because the air is so cold and thin, the cabin has to be air-conditioned and has to be at normal pressure so that the passengers may eat, read and sleep in comfort.Today all long distance airliners have jet engines. The modern jet airliners are very big and carry as many as 200 passengers. Some airliners are even bigger; they can carry 350 passengers on two different floors. In this way air travel can be made much cheaper.Tomorrow’s airliners will be flying at over twice the speed of today’s airliners. In fact, a new-type airliner has already reached this enormous speed. It can carry passengers in safety and comfort far up in the blue sky.Questions 22 to 25 are based on the passage you have just heard.22. Why can the jet plane cut through the air more easily?23. Why can the passengers in jet airliners eat, read and sleep incomfort?24. How many passengers can the biggest jet airliners described in the text carry?25. Compared with the speed of today’s jet airliners, how will tomorrow’s airliners fly?。

大学英语四级(CET-4)模拟试卷Part I Writing(30 minutes)注意：此部分试题在答题卡1上。

Directions:For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write a short essay on the topic of Studying Abroad. You should write at least 120 words following the outline given bellow:1. 近几年来越来越多的学生选择留学2. 出现这种现象的原因3. 这种现象可能带来的影响Part II Reading Comprehension (Skimming and Scanning)(15 minutes)Directions:In this part, you will have 15 minutes to go over the passage quickly and answer the questions on Answer Sheet 1. For questions 1-7, mark Y (for YES) if the statement agrees with the information given in the passage; N (for NO) if statement contradicts the information given in the passage;NG (for NOT GIVEN) if the information is not given in the passage.For question 8-10, complete the sentences with the information given in the passage.A history of EnglishThe English language we speak today went through three stages called Old English, Middle English and Modern English. But ages before Old English came into being, many other languages had to arise and develop. The oldest of these, as far as we know, was the Indo-European family of languages, which were beginning to be spoken clear back during the Stone Age.During the Stone Age, some Indo-European people lived on the island of Britain. The earliest known of these British Indo-European split into two groups called the Scots and the Celts. There was another group, who were not Indo-European, called Picts. Together these three peoples are known as Britons. The Britons were a fierce, Stone Age people constantly making war on each other. They dressed in animal skins, lived in caves or rude wooden huts. These people had their own languages.After conquering all of Europe, Rome invaded Britain and made it part of the empire, in AD 43. Romans brought their advanced culture to the Britons. Not only did they bring their art, literature, law and Latin language, they established schools, built buildings and roads and provided an army to protect themselves against invaders.Meanwhile, the Germanic peoples of northern Europe, known as “Norsemen” or “Northmen”, were developing another, separate European culture. Some groups of Norsemen came to be known as Angles, Saxons, Jutes and Goths. They were warriors, but also sailors and traders. In very early times the Angles and Saxons began to trade with the Celts in England. This was probably the first time the Britons came into contact with other peoples.During the four hundred years Britain was part of the Roman Empire, Rome was getting weaker and weaker, and the Norsemen were getting stronger and stronger. By AD 409, Rome had lost all control of Britain. As soon as the Roman armies pulled out of Britain, the Picts and Scots began to destroy the Celts. The Celts turned for help to the Angles and Saxons across the sea in Sweden and Denmark. The latter were quick to respond, because they loved war. They saved the Celts; they also destroyed practically all the culture which had been brought by the Roma: literature, sculpture, schools and roads. The Germanic languages of the Angles and Saxons combined to become Anglo-Saxons. Since the Angles and Saxons had become the power in England, the Anglo-Saxon language became the very early beginning of English.Gradually, between the sixth and eleventh centuries, the feudal estates of Europe give into powerful kingdoms. Of these, the French kingdom of Normandy became very important to the development of English.The various peoples in England were coming together as a nation also, under the rule of more powerful kings such as Alfred the Great, who ruled between 871 and 899. Alfred was not only an efficient ruler and a great defender of his people, he was also an eager scholar. He was able to preserve some of the learning which had been left behind when the Romans left England. In Anglo-Saxon he began a detailed diary of events in his own time known as the Anglo-Saxon Chronicle. Although Alfred encouraged reading and writing in Anglo-Saxon as well as in Latin, most works continued to be written in Latin.Alfred’s efforts to unity England and established a national language apart from Latin were interrupted by an invasion of yet another group of Norsemen, the Vikings. The Vikings who invaded England were called Danes, and those who invaded France were known as the Normans.Gradually, as invaders do eventually, the Danes settled down and became peaceful farmers. Their language mixed with Anglo-Saxon and became what we know as Old English. Old English was established as the language of the land by the tenth century. For the next hundred years or so after the Danish invasions, the English people lived in peace. If they had continued that way our language today might be quite different form what it is; it would be something similar to Dutch, Danish and German. But about nine hundred years ago, English was invaded again, and another, very different language was brought to the country. When this language arrived, English moved away from Danish and Anglo-Saxon and passed form Old English into Middle English.The new foreign language which was to have such an important influence on the development of Middle English was French. In 1066, the Norman French people invaded England. The invasion is known as the Norman Conquest, and it is very important for two reasons. First, it was the last time England was ever to be invaded. Second, Old French became as important an influence as Danish and Anglo-Saxon to the development of English as it is today.The Normans brought their law, custom and literature to England. Since there was still so much Latin in their own language, Latin again began to be swallowed up by a foreign language in the way their Celtic and early Anglo-Saxon ancestors had. Although the invading Norman French became the rulers of the land, and French became the language of government and law in England, the English people stubbornly refused to give up their own language. English remained the spoken language of the people. And when they did accept French words, they mispronounced them so badly that no one could recognize them as French. Eventually, the two language came together to form what we know today as Middle English. The change from Old English to Middle English took place gradually over a period of about hundred years.By the time of Shakespeare’s death in 1616, our history and our language had entered the modern period. The English of Shakespeare’s time is considered modern English because, except for some different spellings and a few words we no longer use, the language is quite similar to the English we speak today. Many of the old saying we use every day come right out of Shakespeare’s writings. When we think something is unimportant we “laugh it off”. Describing something which is strong and in good condition, we say it is “sound as a bell”. When we are disgusted with something, we say it is “lousy”. If you know or use these expressions you are quoting Shakespeare.Between the sixteenth and nineteenth centuries England built an empire which included North America, some Caribbean islands, Australia, New Zealand, parts of Asia and parts of Africa. About nine or ten years before Shakespeare’s death, England had established her first American colony, Virginia. Three hundred years later, England no longer had an empire, but the lands which she had conquered still spoke the English language. Today, English is the native or official language of not only the United States but also Canada, Australia, New Zealand, India, Kenya, South Africa, Trinidad, Jamaica and more lands on every continent of this planet.注意：此部分试题请在答题卡1上作答。