精选范文考研英语试题及答案
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考研英语作文看图真题范文及答案Hooray, it's essay time! I love writing stories and using my imagination. Today, I get to look at a cool picture and make up a whole story about it. This is going to be awesome!Okay, let me take a good look at the picture first. Hmm...I see a big city skyline with tall buildings and skyscrapers. It looks like night time because the sky is dark, and all the building windows are lit up. Oh, and there are some bright stars twinkling in the sky too! In the front, there is a road with cars driving on it. And next to the road, there is a grassy area with some benches and lamp posts.Now I need to think of a story to go with this picture. Let's see...maybe it could be about a little girl who gets lost in the big city at night! Her name could be Sophie, and she's 8 years old. Here's what happens:It was a warm summer evening in the huge city of Metropolis. Sophie and her family had just finished eating dinner at a restaurant downtown. As they were walking back to their car, Sophie saw a cute little puppy across the street. "Oooh, can we go pet it?" she asked her parents. But before they could answer, Sophie darted out into the road, chasing after the puppy."Sophie, no! Come back!" her parents yelled. But it was too late - the puppy had run off, and now Sophie was all alone on the busy city streets at night. She looked around frantically, but couldn't see her mom or dad anywhere. Tall skyscrapers loomed above her, their windows glowing like eyes watching her every move. Cars whizzed by, their headlights blinding her. Sophie felt very small and very lost.Trying not to cry, she wandered over to a grassy area next to the road. There were some park benches there, so she sat down on one to catch her breath. A friendly-looking lamp post cast a warm glow over her. "Don't worry, Sophie," she told herself. "Mom and Dad will find you soon. You just have to stay here and wait for them."But as the minutes ticked by, Sophie grew more and more scared. What if her parents couldn't find her in this enormous city? What if she was stuck out here all night? She shivered, suddenly feeling cold despite the warm evening air. Up above, the twinkling stars seemed to be mocking her.Just then, Sophie noticed an older lady sitting on the bench across from her, knitting something that looked like a scarf. The lady smiled at her kindly. "Why, hello there, young miss. Are youout awfully late? Where are your parents?" she asked in a gentle voice.Tears welled up in Sophie's eyes. "I...I got lost, and I can't find my mom and dad anywhere!" she sobbed. "This city is so big, and I'm so small. What if they never find me?"The kind lady put down her knitting and patted the bench next to her. "There, there, dear. Why don't you come sit with me, and we'll wait together? I'm sure your folks are out searching high and low for you right now."Sophie sniffled and nodded, scooting over to sit by the nice old woman. She felt a little bit better having someone keeping her company. They sat in comfortable silence for a while, the lady's needles gently clinking away.Suddenly, Sophie heard a very welcome sound - her mother's voice calling out "Sophie! Sophie, where are you?" She leapt up off the bench, waving her arms and shouting, "Over here, Mom! Over here!"In a few moments, Sophie was wrapped up tightly in her parents' arms as they smothered her in hugs and kisses, immensely relieved to have found their little girl safe and sound."Oh, thank goodness you're okay!" exclaimed Sophie's dad with tears in his eyes. "We were so worried!"Sophie introduced them to the kind old lady who had kept her company. "Thank you so much for watching out for our daughter," her mom said gratefully, giving the woman a big hug.From that night on, Sophie learned to never run off by herself, especially in a huge city. But she also learned that there are good, caring people out there who will look out for you, even when you feel utterly lost and alone. And for that, she felt thankful to live in such a wonderful, close-knit community.The end!Phew, that was a long story, but I had a lot of fun making it up from the picture. I tried to include lots of descriptive details about the city scenery, as well as an exciting little adventure plot with Sophie getting lost and then found again. I worked on giving the characters distinct voices too, like Sophie's innocence and the old lady's kindness. Writing imaginative stories is one of my favorite things - I'm so glad I got to practice my skills today! Let me know if you need any other essays written from a kid's perspective. I'm always happy to unleash my creativity and playful spirit!。
考研英语二历年真题作文范文第1篇47、Directions:Suppose you have to cancel your travel plan and will not be able to visit professor Smith, write him an email to1)apologize and explain the situation and suggest a future meeting.2)You should write about 100 words on the ANSWER SHEET.Do not use your own name; Use “Li Ming” instead.Do not write your address(10points).Dear Professor Smith,How have you been recently? I am exceedingly sorry to tell you that although I have promised to visit you this Friday, I have to cancel my travel plan because of the following reason.Two days ago, I suddenly accepted the notice that there would be an academic meeting this Friday night in our department and everyone was asked to attend. I know that my changing plan has definitely caused some inconvenience to you. I am so sorry for my failing to keep the promise of visiting you. Therefore, in order to make up this situation, I wonder if you could give me another chance and spare some time to meet me next Monday.I am so sorry for any inconvenience caused by me. Hope you can accept my apology and arrange a new time for me to visit you. I am looking forward to your reply.Yours sincerely,Li Ming考研英语二历年真题作文范文第2篇Section I Use of EnglishDirections:Read the following text. Choose the best word (s) for each numbered blank and mark A, B, C or D on the ANSWER SHEET. (10 points)People have speculated for centuries about a future without work .Today is no different, with academics, writers, and activists once again 1 that technology be replacing human workers. Some imagine that the coming work-free world will be defined by 2 . A few wealthy people will own all the capital, and the masses will struggle in an impoverished wasteland.A different and not mutually exclusive 3 holds that the future will be a wasteland of a different sort, one 4 by purposelessness: Without jobs to give their lives 5 , people will simply become lazy and depressed. 6 , today’s unemployed don’t seem to be having a greattime. One Gallup poll found that 20 percent of Americans who have been unemployed for at least a year report having depression, double the rate for 7 Americans. Also, some research suggests that the 8 for rising rates of mortality, mental-health problems, and addicting 9 poorly-educated middle-aged people is shortage of well-paid jobs. Perhaps this is why many 10 the agonizing dullness of a jobless future.But it doesn’t 11 follow from findings like these that a world without work would be filled with unease. Such visions are based on the 12 of being unemployed in a society built on the concept of employment. In the 13 of work, a society designed with other ends in mind could 14 strikingly different circumstanced for the future of labor and leisure. Today, the 15 of work may be a bit overblown. “Many jobs are b oring, degrading, unhealthy, and a waste of human potential,” says John Danaher, a lecturer at the National University of Ireland in Galway.These days, because leisure time is relatively 16 for most workers, people use their free time to counterbalance th e intellectual and emotional 17 of their jobs. “When I come home from a hard day’s work, I often feel 18 ,” Danaher says, adding, “In a world in which I don’t have to work, I might feel rather different”―perhaps different enough to throw himself 19 a hobby ora passion project with the intensity usually reserved for 20 matters.1.[A] boasting [B] denying [C] warning [D] ensuring【答案】[C] warning2.[A] inequality [B] instability [C] unreliability [D] uncertainty【答案】[A] inequality3.[A] policy [B]guideline [C] resolution [D] prediction【答案】[D] prediction4.[A] characterized [B]divided [C] balanced [D]measured【答案】[A] characterized5.[A] wisdom [B] meaning [C] glory [D] freedom【答案】[B] meaning6.[A] Instead [B] Indeed [C] Thus [D] Nevertheless【答案】[B] Indeed7.[A] rich [B] urban [C]working [D] educated【答案】[C] working8.[A] explanation [B] requirement [C] compensation [D] substitute【答案】[A] explanation9.[A] under [B] beyond [C] alongside [D] among【答案】[D] among10.[A] leave behind [B] make up [C] worry about [D] set aside【答案】[C] worry about11.[A] statistically [B] occasionally [C] necessarily [D] economically 【答案】[C] necessarily12.[A] chances [B] downsides [C] benefits [D] principles【答案】[B] downsides13.[A] absence [B] height [C] face [D] course【答案】[A] absence14.[A] disturb [B] restore [C] exclude [D] yield【答案】[D] yield15.[A] model [B] practice [C] virtue [D] hardship【答案】[C] virtue16.[A] tricky [B] lengthy [C] mysterious [D] scarce【答案】[D] scarce17.[A] demands [B] standards [C] qualities [D] threats【答案】[A] demands18.[A] ignored [B] tired [C] confused [D] starved【答案】[B] tired19.[A] off [B] against [C] behind [D] into【答案】[D] into20.[A] technological [B] professional [C] educational [D] interpersonal 【答案】[B] professionalSection II Reading ComprehensionPart ADirections:Read the following four texts. Answer the questions below each text by choosing A, B, C or D. Mark your answers on the ANSWER SHEET. (40 points)Text 1Every Saturday morning, at 9 am, more than 50,000 runners set off to run 5km around their local park. The Parkrun phenomenon began with a dozen friends and has inspired 400 events in the UK and more abroad. Events are free, staffed by thousands of volunteers. Runners range from four years old to grandparents; their times rang e from Andrew Baddeley’s world record 13 minutes 48 seconds up to an hour.Parkrun is succeeding where London’s Olympic “legacy” is failing. Ten years ago on Monday, it was announced that the Games of the 30th Olympiad would be in London. Planning documents pledged that the great legacy of the Games would be to level a nation of sport lovers away from their couches. The population would be fitter, healthier and produce more winners. It has not happened. The number of adults doing weekly sport did rise, byn early 2 million in the run―up to ―but the general population was growing faster. Worse, the numbers are now falling at an accelerating rate. The opposition claims primary school pupils doing at least two hours of sport a week have nearly halved. Obesity has risen among adults and children. Official retrospections continue as to why London 2012 failed to “inspire a generation.” The success of Parkrun offers answers.Parkun is not a race but a time trial: Your only competitor is the clock. The ethos welcomes anybody. There is as much joy over a puffed-out first-timer being clapped over the line as there is about top talent shining. The Olympic bidders, by contrast, wanted to get more people doing sports and to produce more elite athletes. The dual aim was mixed up: The stress on success over taking part was intimidating for newcomers.Indeed, there is something a little absurd in the state getting involved in the planning of such a fundamentally “grassroots”, concept as community sports associations. If there i s a role for government, it should really be getting involved in providing common goods―making sure there is space for playing fields and the money to pave tennis and netball courts, and encouraging the provision of all these activities in schools. But successive governments have presided over selling green spaces, squeezing money from local authorities and declining attention on sport in education. Instead of wordy, worthy strategies, future governments need to do more to provide the conditions for sport to thrive. Or at least not make them worse.21. According to Paragraph1, Parkrun has .[A] gained great popularity[B] created many jobs[C] strengthened community ties[D] become an official festival【答案】[A] gained great popularity22. The author believes that London’s Olympic“legacy” has failed to .[A] boost population growth[B] promote sport participation[C] improve the city’s image[D] increase sport hours in schools【答案】[B] promote sport participation23. Parkrun is different from Olympic games in that it .[A] aims at discovering talents[B] focuses on mass competition[C] does not emphasize elitism[D] does not attract first-timers【答案】[C] does not emphasize elitism24. With regard to mass sport, the author holds that governments should .[A] organize “grassroots” sports events[B] supervise local sports associations[C] increase funds for sports clubs[D] invest in public sports facilities【答案】[D] invest in public sports facilities25. The author’s attitude to what UK governments have done for sports is .[A] tolerant[B] critical[C] uncertain[D] sympathetic【答案】[B] criticalText 2With so much focus on children’s use of screens, it’s easy for parents to forget about their own screen use. “Tech is designed to really suck on you in,” says Jenny Radesky in her study of digital play, “and digital products are there to promote maximal engagement. It makes it hard to disengage, and leads to a lot of bleed-over into the family routine. ”Radesky has studied the use of mobile phones and tablets at mealtimes by giving mother-child pairs a food-testing exercise. She found that mothers who sued devices during the exercise started 20 percent fewer verbal and 39 percent fewer nonverbal interactions with their children. During a separate observation, she saw that phones became a source of tension in the family. Parents would be looking at their emails while the children would be making excited bids for their attention.Infants are wired to look at parents’ faces to try to understand their world, and if t hose faces are blank and unresponsive―as they often are when absorbed in a device―it can be extremely disconcerting foe the children. Radesky cites the “still face experiment” devised by developmental psychologist Ed Tronick in the 1970s. In it, a mother is asked to interact with her child in a normal way before putting on a blank expression and not giving them any visual social feedback; The child becomes increasingly distressed as she tries to capture her mother’s attention. “Parents don’t have to be exqu isitely parents at all times, but there needs to be a balance and parents need to be responsive and sensitive to a child’s verbal or nonverbal expressions of an emotional need,” says Radesky.On the other hand, Tronick himself is concerned that the worries about kids’ use of screens are born out of an “oppressive ideology that demands that parents should always be interacting” with their children: “It’s based on a somewhat fantasized, very white, very upper-middle-class ideology that says if you’re failing to expose your child to 30,000 words you are neglecting them.” Tronick believes that just because a child isn’t learning from the screen doesn’t mean there’s no value to it―particularly if it gives parents time to have a shower, do housework or simply have a break from their child. Parents, he says, can get a lot out of using their devices to speak to a friend or get some work out of the way. This can make them feel happier, which lets then be more available to their child the rest of the time.26. According to Jenny Radesky, digital products are designed to ______.[A] simplify routine matters[B] absorb user attention[C] better interpersonal relations[D] increase work efficiency【答案】[B] absorb user attention27. Radesky’s food-testing exercise shows that mothers’ use of devices ______.[A] takes away babies’ appetite[B] distracts children’s attention[C] slows down babies’ verbal development[D] reduces mother-child communication【答案】[D] reduces mother-child communication28. Radesky’s cites the “still face experiment” to show that _______.[A] it is easy for children to get used to blank expressions[B] verbal expressions are unnecessary for emotional exchange[C] children are insensitive to changes in their parents’ mood[D] parents need to respond to children’s emotional needs【答案】[D] parents need to respond to children’s emotional needs29. The oppressive ideology mentioned by Tronick requires parents to_______.[A] protect kids from exposure to wild fantasies[B] teach their kids at least 30,000 words a year[C] ensure constant interaction with their children[D] remain concerned about kid’s use of screens【答案】[C] ensure constant interaction with their children30. According to Tronick, kid’s use of screens may_______.[A] give their parents some free time[B] make their parents more creative[C] help them with their homework[D] help them become more attentive【答案】[A] give their parents some free timeText 3Today, widespread social pressure to immediately go to college in conjunction with increasingly high expectations in a fast-moving world often causes students to completelyoverlook the possibility of taking a gap year. After all, if everyone you know is going to college in the fall, it seems silly to stay back a year, doesn’t it? And after going t o school for 12 years, it doesn’t feel natural to spend a year doing something that isn’t academic.But while this may be true, it’s not a good enough reason to condemn gap years. There’s always a constant fear of falling behind everyone else on the social ly perpetuated “race to the finish line,” whether that be toward graduate school, medical school or lucrative career. But despite common misconceptions, a gap year does not hinder the success of academic pursuits―in fact, it probably enhances it.Studies from the United States and Australia show that students who take a gap year are generally better prepared for and perform better in college than those who do not. Rather than pulling students back, a gap year pushes them ahead by preparing them for independence, new responsibilities and environmental changes―all things that first-year students often struggle with the most. Gap year experiences can lessen the blow when it comes to adjusting to college and being thrown into a brand new environment, making it easier to focus on academics and activities rather than acclimation blunders.If you’re not convinced of the inherent value in taking a year off to explore interests, then consider its financial impact on future academic choices. According to the National Center for Education Statistics, nearly 80 percent of college students end up changing their majors at least once. This isn’t surprising, considering the basic mandatory high school curriculum leaves students with a poor understanding of themselves listing one major on their college applications, but switching to another after taking college classes. It’s not necessarily a bad thing, but depending on the school, it can be costly to make up credits after switching too late in the game. At Boston College, for example, you would have to complete an extra year were you to switch to the nursing school from another department. Taking a gap year to figure things out initially can help prevent stress and save money later on.31. One of the reasons for high-school graduates not taking a gap year is that .[A] they think it academically misleading[B] they have a lot of fun to expect in college[C] it feels strange to do differently from others[D] it seems worthless to take off-campus courses【答案】[C] it feels strange to do differently from others32. Studies from the US and Australia imply that taking a gap year helps .[A] keep students from being unrealistic[B] lower risks in choosing careers[C] ease freshmen’s financial burdens[D] relieve freshmen of pressures【答案】[D] relieve freshmen of pressures33. The word “acclimation” (Line 8, Para. 3) is closest in meaning to .[A] adaptation考研英语二历年真题作文范文第3篇(1)背单词:一定要重视^v^背明白^v^单词。
2023考研英语一大作文试题及答案解析2023考研英语一大作文试题及答案解析:Section III WritingPart B52. Directions:Write an essay of 160-200 words based on the picture below. In your essay, you should1) describe the picture briefly,2) interpret the implied meaning, and3) give your comments.You should write neatly on the ANSWER SHEET. (20 points)【参考范文】What comes into view is that in the picture, some young people are having a dragon boat race which attracts a lot of spectators. If we take a closer look, it can be found that an elderly woman said to her spouse happily, “It is wonderful that there are more and more people participating in the dragon boat race held in our village!” Obviously, the above picture has shown an implication that it is important to inherit and develop traditional culture.What the cartoonist has conveyed in the picture can be clearly and accurately summarized as the following: the phenomenon will make a huge difference to our lives. The supporting point is that inheriting and carrying forward traditional Chinese culture is conducive to China’s Socialist cultural construction in the new period. Besides, it is not rare to find that excellent traditional culture is a distinctive symbol of a city, and the inheritance and development of excellent traditional culture is of special significance to boosting the city’s economicdevelopment, tourism and cultural exchanges and improving its comprehensive competitiveness.According to the above analysis, it is imperative for us to take steps. Of all the measures, it is people’s action that matters the most. Only in this way can we make our life more colorful and vigorous.。
2023考研英语作文真题范文及答案全文共10篇示例,供读者参考篇1Oh my gosh, guys! You won't believe what the 2023 English postgraduate entrance exam essay question was! It was like super hard, but also kinda fun.The question asked us to write about the importance of cultural diversity in the global society. Like, why is it important for people from different backgrounds to come together and respect each other's cultures? And how can we promote understanding and acceptance of diversity in our own communities?I was like, whoa, that's a big question! But I thought about it and wrote all about how cultural diversity helps us learn about new ideas and perspectives, and how it can make us more creative and understanding. I also talked about how we can celebrate diversity by sharing our own traditions and learning about others'.I made sure to use lots of examples and personal experiences in my essay, like how I have friends from all over theworld and how we all learn from each other's cultures. I even mentioned how I've tried new foods and music from different countries, and how it's made me more open-minded and accepting.I was so proud of my essay when I finished it, and I really hope the examiners liked it too. I think it's so important to talk about cultural diversity and how it can make the world a better place. And hey, who knows, maybe one day I'll be able to study abroad and experience even more diversity firsthand!So yeah, that was the 2023 English postgraduate entrance exam essay question. It was tough, but also really cool to think about. I can't wait to see what other interesting questions they come up with next year!篇2Title:My Experience of Taking the 2023 Postgraduate Entrance ExamHey guys, have you ever heard of the postgraduate entrance exam? Well, in 2023, I took the exam and I want to share my experience with you all.First of all, let me tell you, preparing for the exam was not easy at all. I had to study a lot of subjects like English, math, and my major. I also had to do a lot of practice exams to get ready. It was super exhausting, but I knew it was all worth it for my future.On the day of the exam, I was so nervous! But I tried to stay calm and focused. The English exam was the first one, and it was tough! I had to write an essay, answer multiple-choice questions, and do a listening comprehension test. I tried my best and hoped for the best.After the English exam was over, I had math and my major exams. They were also challenging, but I kept telling myself that I could do it. And you know what? I did it! I finished all the exams and felt so relieved.Now, I am waiting for the results. I hope I did well and can get into my dream postgraduate program. But no matter what happens, I am proud of myself for working so hard and giving it my all.So, my friends, if you ever decide to take the postgraduate entrance exam, remember to study hard, stay positive, and believe in yourself. You can do anything you set your mind to! Good luck!篇3Hello everyone! Today I'm going to share with you the 2023 postgraduate entrance exam English composition question and answer. Are you ready? Let's get started!Title: The Importance of Education in the Modern WorldEducation is super duper important in today's world because it helps us learn new stuff, develop skills, and become smarter. When we go to school, we study subjects like math, science, history, and English. These subjects help us understand the world around us and prepare us for the future.Education also teaches us important values like respect, honesty, and hard work. It helps us become better people and make good choices in life. Without education, we wouldn't know right from wrong and we might make bad decisions.Furthermore, education opens up opportunities for us. With a good education, we can get better jobs, earn more money, and have a successful career. We can also pursue our dreams and make a difference in the world.In conclusion, education is like super important in the modern world. It helps us learn, grow, and succeed. So let's study hard and make the most of our education!That's all for today's English composition. I hope you find it helpful and inspiring. Thanks for listening! Bye-bye!篇4Oh, hi there! Today I'm gonna talk about the 2023 postgraduate English exam. So, like, the topic of the essay was all about climate change and how to protect the environment. Super important stuff, you know?In the essay, I talked about how everyone needs to do their part to, like, reduce carbon emissions and recycle more. I also mentioned how using renewable energy, like solar and wind power, can totally help save the planet. And oh, planting more trees can make a big difference too!I also included some examples of some awesomeeco-friendly initiatives happening around the world. Like, did you know some cafes are using compostable cups and utensils? How cool is that?And for the second part of the exam, we had to write a summary. I totally nailed it by highlighting the key points of an article about the importance of protecting endangered species. I made sure to mention how we can all pitch in by not buying products made from endangered animals and supporting conservation efforts.Overall, I think my essay was pretty solid. I kept it simple, used some good vocab words, and made sure to express my ideas clearly. I'm feeling pretty confident about my results. Fingers crossed I did well!And that's it for my 2023 postgraduate English exam! Thanks for listening, and remember to always do your part to protect the environment, okay? Bye!篇5Title: My 2023 Postgraduate Entrance ExaminationHey everyone! Today I want to tell you about my experience with the 2023 Postgraduate Entrance Examination. It was a big deal for me because it’s my dream to continue my studies after finishing my undergraduate degree. So, let me tell you all about it!The first part of the exam was the English test. I knew I had to do well on this because English is not my strongest subject. But I studied hard and practiced a lot of reading and writing. The questions were not too hard, but there were some tricky ones that made me think really hard. I did my best and I think I did pretty well!Next was the math test. Honestly, I was a little nervous because math is not my favorite subject. But I studied all the formulas and practiced a lot of problems. Some questions were easy, but there were some tough ones that really tested my skills.I took my time and double-checked my answers. I hope I did okay!The third part was the professional knowledge test. This part was the hardest for me because it covered so many different subjects. I studied from different textbooks and notes from my classes. The questions were tough and required a lot of critical thinking. I tried to answer them to the best of my ability. I really hope I passed this part!After the exam was over, I felt a mix of emotions. I was relieved that it was done, but also anxious about the results. I just have to wait and see how I did. No matter what happens, I know I gave it my all and tried my best.Overall, the 2023 Postgraduate Entrance Examination was a challenging but rewarding experience for me. I learned a lot and pushed myself to do better. I hope that all my hard work pays off and I can continue my studies in the future.That’s all for now, wish me luck everyone! Thanks for listening to my story!篇6Hi guys! Today I'm going to share with you the 2023 postgraduate entrance examination English writing topic and answer. It's gonna be super long, so get ready to sit back and enjoy my awesome writing skills!The topic for this year's exam is about the importance of lifelong learning. We all know that learning doesn't stop after we finish school, right? It's something we have to keep doing throughout our lives to stay knowledgeable and competitive in today's fast-changing world.Lifelong learning can help us adapt to new technologies, develop new skills, and stay on top of the latest trends in our industries. It's also a great way to keep our brains sharp and our minds open to new ideas and perspectives.In my opinion, lifelong learning is essential for everyone, no matter how old or experienced they are. We should all strive to continue learning and growing, both personally and professionally, so that we can lead fulfilling and successful lives.So, there you have it! That's my take on the importance of lifelong learning. I hope you found my essay helpful and informative. Remember, learning is a lifelong journey, so keep pushing yourself to improve and grow every day. Thanks for reading!篇7Oh wow, can you believe it? The 2023 postgraduate entrance exam is finally here! I'm so excited and nervous at the same time. The English exam is always a tough one, but I'm going to give it my best shot!The essay question this year is all about technology and its impact on our lives. I think it's a really interesting topic, don't you?I mean, just think about how much our lives have changed because of things like smartphones and the internet. It's crazy!In my essay, I'm going to talk about both the positive and negative effects of technology. On the one hand, it's made our lives so much easier. We can communicate with people all overthe world in an instant, and we have access to so much information at our fingertips. But on the other hand, it can be really addictive and distracting. I know I spend way too much time on my phone!I think the key is to find a balance. We need to make sure we're using technology in a way that improves our lives, rather than taking away from them. And we also need to think about things like privacy and security. It's a complicated issue, but I think it's really important for us to think about.Anyway, I better get back to studying! I want to make sure I'm fully prepared for the exam. Good luck to everyone who's taking it! Let's do our best and show them what we're made of!篇8Title: My Amazing Experience with the 2023 Postgraduate English ExamHey guys, today I wanna share with you my experience of taking the 2023 Postgraduate English Exam. It was super duper challenging but also super fun. Let me tell you all about it!So, the test had three parts: reading comprehension, writing, and listening. The reading part was like a marathon of readingpassages about a million miles long. But I managed to stay focused and answer all the questions like a boss. In the writing part, I had to write an essay about my dream job. I wrote about being a superhero who saves the world from evil villains. It was so much fun to let my imagination run wild!The listening part was probably the trickiest. I had to listen to a bunch of conversations and lectures and answer questions about them. I was a bit nervous at first, but I put on my superhero cape (figuratively, of course) and aced that part too.After the test was over, I felt like I had just run a marathon. But I was so proud of myself for pushing through and giving it my all. And guess what? I got my score back a few weeks later, and I did really well! I couldn't believe it!Overall, taking the 2023 Postgraduate English Exam was a rollercoaster of emotions, but I wouldn't trade the experience for anything. It taught me that I can do anything I set my mind to, as long as I put in the hard work and believe in myself. So, if any of you are thinking about taking the exam next year, remember to stay positive, study hard, and most importantly, have fun! You got this!篇9Oh my gosh! Can you believe it? I just finished the 2023 English postgraduate entrance examination! It was sooooooo hard, but I think I did pretty well. Let me tell you all about it!First, let me tell you about the writing part. We had to write an essay on the topic of globalization and its impact on our daily lives. I wrote about how globalization has made it easier for us to connect with people from all over the world through social media and the internet. I also talked about how it has changed the way we work and do business. It was hard to come up with ideas at first, but once I got going, it wasn't so bad.Then, there was the reading comprehension section. We had to read a passage about climate change and answer questions about it. It was pretty tough because the passage was really long and had a lot of difficult vocabulary. But I managed to answer most of the questions correctly, so I think I did okay.Next, we had the listening comprehension part. We had to listen to a recording of a lecture about artificial intelligence and take notes on it. The lecturer spoke really fast, so it was hard to keep up. But I think I got the main points, so hopefully, I did well on that part too.Overall, the exam was challenging, but I think I did my best. Now, all that's left to do is wait for the results. I hope I did wellenough to get into my dream postgraduate program. Fingers crossed!篇102023 Graduate English Exam Composition and AnswerLadies and gentlemen, boys and girls, today I'm going to talk about the 2023 Graduate English Exam. You know, this is a big test for people who want to study more in university. So, let me tell you about the composition question and the sample answer.The topic of the composition is "The Importance of Education". In this question, you need to write an essay about why education is important. You need to give reasons and examples to support your ideas. Here is a sample answer:"Education is very important in our lives. It helps us to learn new things, understand the world better, and improve ourselves. With education, we can get better jobs, make more money, and have a better future. Education also teaches us important values like respect, honesty, and responsibility. That's why we need to study hard and never stop learning."I hope this sample answer can help you understand how to write a good composition. Remember, always use your ownwords and ideas when you write. Don't forget to practice writing in English every day to improve your skills. Good luck with your studies and exams!。
2024年考研英语一小作文试题及范文业务课名称:英语考生须知:1.答案必须写在答题纸上,写在其他纸上无效。
2.答题时必须使用蓝、黑色墨水笔或圆珠笔做答,用其他答题不给分,不得使用涂改液。
Section III WritingPart ADirections:Suppose you receive an email from your firend, and write him a reply。
You should write about 100 words on the ANSWER SHEET. Do not use your own name in the email; use “Li Ming”instead. (10 points)Dear Li Ming.I've got a class assignment to make an orod report on an ancient Chinese Scienctist, but I don't know how to prepare for it. Can you give me some advice? Thank you foryour helpYours.Paul范文:Dear Paul,I am extremely delighted to receive your email. As far as I am concerned, you could report on Li Shizhen, a far-reaching figure in the history of Chinese medicine. His contributions to the field are truly remarkable and deserve to be recognized.I sincerely hope the suggestions above are conducive to your research and writing. If you need any further assistance or have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to me.Yours sincerely,Li Ming。
来源:文都教育Sect ion I Use of En glishDirectio ns:Read the follow ing text. Choose the best word (s) for each nu mbered bla nk and mark A, B, C or Don the ANSWER SHEET. (10 poi nts)Trust is a tricky bus in ess. On the one han d, it's a n ecessary con diti on 1ma ny worthwhile thin gs: childcare, friendships, etc. On the other hand, putting your 2_, in the wrong place often carries a high 3._4, why do we trust at all? Well, because it feels good. 5 people place their trust in an in dividual or aninstitution, their brains release oxytocin, a hormone that 6 pleasurable feelings and triggers the herdingin struct that prompts huma ns to 7with one ano ther. Scien tists have found that exposure 8_this horm one putsus in a trust ing 9;_ln a Swiss study, researchers sprayed oxytoci n into the no ses of half the subjects; those subjects were ready to lend significantly higher amounts of money to strangers than were their 10 who in haled someth ing else.11 for us, we also have a sixth sense for dishonesty that may 12 us. A Canadian study found thatchildre n as young as 14 mon ths can differe ntiate 13_a credible pers on and a disho nest one. Sixty toddlerswere each 14 to an adult tester holding a plastic container. The tester would ask, “ What' s ilook ing into the container, smili ng, and exclaimi ng, “ Wow!” Each subject was_the n in vited to look 15. Hof them found a toy; the other half 16_the container was empty -and realized the tester had _17 them.Among the childre n who had not bee n tricked, the majority were 18 to cooperate with the tester inlearning a new skill, dem on strat ing that they trusted his leadership. 19,_only five of the 30 childre n paired with the _ “ 20 ”tester participated in a foipoactivity.1. [A] on [B] like [C] for [D] from2. [A] faith [B] concern [C] atte ntion [D] in terest3. [A] ben efit [B] debt [C] hope [D] price4. [A] Therefore [B] Then [C] In stead [D] Agai n5. [A]U ntil [B] Un less [C] Although [D] When6. [A] selects [B]produces [C] applies [D] mai ntains7. [A] con sult [B] compete [C] connect [D] compare8. [A] at [B] by [C]of [D]toSection II Readi ng Comprehe nsionPart A Directio ns:Read the follow ing four texts. An swer the questio ns below each text by choos ing A, B, C or D. Mark your an swerson the ANSWER SHEET. (40 poi nts)Text 1Among the annoying challe nges facing the middle class is one that will probably go unmen ti oned in the n ext preside ntial campaig n: What happe ns whe n the robots come for their jobs?Don't dismiss that possibility entirely. About half of . jobs are at high risk of being automated, according to a University of Oxford study, with the middle class disproportionately squeezed. Lower - in come jobs like garde ning or day care don't appeal to robots. But many middle-class occupatio ns-truck ing, finan cial advice, software engin eeri ng — have aroused their in terest, or soon will.The rich own the robots, so they will be fine.This isn't to be alarmist. Optimists point out that tech no logical upheaval has ben efited workers in the past. The In dustrial Revoluti on did n't go so well for Luddites whose jobs were displaced by mecha ni zed looms, but it eventually raised living standards and created more jobs than it destroyed. Likewise, automati on should even tually boost productivity, stimulate dema nd by drivi ng dow n prices, and free10.[A] cou nterparts [B] substitutes 11.[A] Funny [B] Lucky 12.[A] mon itor [B] protect 13.[A] betwee n _| [B] within 14.[A] tra nsferred[B]added15.[A] out [B] back 16.[A] discovered [B] proved 17.[A] betrayed [B]wro nged 18.[A] forced [B] willi ng 19.[A] In con trast[B] As a result 20.[A] in flexible [B] in capable[C] period [D] circle [C] colleagues [D]supporters [C] Odd [D] Ironic [C] surprise [D] delight [C] toward [D] over [C] in troduced[D] en trusted[C] arou nd[D] in side[C] in sisted [D] .remembered [C] fooled [D] mocked [C] hesita nt [D] en titled [C] On the whole [D] For in sta nee[C] unreliable |[D] un suitable9. [A] con text [B] moodworkers from hard, boring work. But in the medium term, middle -class workers may need a lot of help adjusti ng.The first step, as Erik Brynjolfss on and An drew McAfee argue in The Second Mach ine Age, should be rethinking education and job training. Curriculums —from grammar school to college- should evolve to focus less on memorizing facts and more on creativity and complex communication. Vocational schools should do a better job of fostering problem -solving skills and helping students work alongside robots. Online education can supplement the traditional kind. It could make extra training and instruction affordable. Professi on als trying to acquire new skills will be able to do so without going into debt.The challe nge of cop ing with automati on un derl ines the n eed for the . to revive its fadi ng bus in ess dyn amism: Starti ng new compa nies must be made easier. I n previous eras of drastic tech no logical cha nge, en trepre neurs smoothed the tran siti on by dream ing up ways to comb ine labor and mach in es. The best uses of 3D prin ters and virtual reality have n't bee n inven ted yet. The . n eeds the new compa nies that will invent them.Fin ally, because automati on threate ns to wide n the gap betwee n capital in come and labor in come, taxes and the safety net will have to be rethought. Taxes on low-wage labor need to be cut, and wage subsidies such as the earned in come tax credit should be expa nded: This would boost i ncomes, en courage work, reward compa nies for job creati on, and reduce in equality.Tech no logy will improve society in ways big and small over the n ext few years, yet this will be little comfort to those who find their lives and careers upended by automation.Destro ying the mach ines that are coming for our jobs would be nu ts. But policies to help workers adapt will be in dispe nsable.will be most threate ned by automati on?[A] Leadi ng politicia ns.[B] Low -wage laborers.[C] Robot ow ners.[D] Middle -class workers.22 .Which of the following best represent the authors view?[A] Worries about automati on are in fact groun dless.[B] Optimists' opinions on new tech find little support.[C] lssues aris ing from automati on n eed to be tackled[D] Negative con seque nces of new tech can be avoidedin the age of automati on should put more emphasis on[A] creative pote ntial.[B] job -hunting skills.[C] i ndividual n eeds.[D] cooperative spirit.author suggests that tax policies be aimed at[A] en couragi ng the developme nt of automati on.[B] i ncreas ing the retur n on capital in vestme nt.[C] easing the hostility between rich and poor.[D] preve nti ng the in come gap from wide ning.this text, the author prese nts a problem with[A] oppos ing views on it.[B] possible soluti ons to it.[C] its alarmi ng impacts.[D] its major variati ons.Text 2A new survey by Harvard Un iversity finds more tha n two -thirds of young America ns disapprove ofPreside nt Trump ' s use of Twitter. The implicati on is that Mille nni als prefer n ews from the White House to be filtered through other source, Not a preside nt ' s social media platform.Most America ns rely on social media to check daily headli nes. Yet as distrust has rise n toward all media, people may be start ing to beef up their media literacy skills. Such a trend is badly n eeded. During the 2016 presidential campaign, nearly a quarter of web content shared by Twitter users in the politically critical state of Michiga n was fake n ews, accord ing to the Un iversity of Oxford. And a survey con ducted for BuzzFeed News found 44 perce nt of Facebook users rarely or n ever trust n ews from the media gia nt.Young people who are digital n atives are in deed beco ming more skillful at separati ng fact from fictio nin cyberspace. A Knight Foundation focus -group survey of young people between ages 14and24 found they use “ distributed trust 'to verify stories. They cross-check sources and prefer news from different perspectives —especially those that are open about any bias. “ Many young people assume a great deal pers onal resp on sibility for educati ng themselves and actively seek ing out oppos ing viewpo in ts, con cluded.Such active research can have ano ther effect. A 2014 survey con ducted in Australia, Britai n, and theUn ited States by the Uni versity of Wisc onsin -Madis on found that young people s relia nee on social medialed to greater political en gageme nt.Social media allows users to experienee news events more intimately and immediately while also permitting them to re -share news as a projection of their values and interests. This forces users to be more con scious of their role in pass ing along in formatio n. A survey by Barna research group found the top reas on give n by America ns for the fake n ews phe nomenon is “ readeerror, more so tha n made-up stories or factual mistakes in reporting. About a third say the problem of fake news lies in “ misinterpretationor exaggeration of actual news ” via social media. In other words, the choice to share news on social mediamay be the heart of the issue. “ This in dicates there is a real pers onal resp on sibility in coun teract ing this problem, ” says Roxanne Stone, editor in chief at Barna Group.So when young people are critical of an over-tweeti ng preside nt, they reveal a men tal discipli ne in thinking skills - and in their choices on when to share on social media.26. Accord ing to the Paragraphs 1 and 2, many young America ns cast doubts on[A] the justification of the news -filtering practice.[B] people ' s preferenee for social media platforms.[C] the adm ini strati ons ability to han dle in formati on.[D] social media was a reliable source of n ews.27. The phrase “ beer up ”(Line 2, Para. 2) is closest in meaning to[A] sharpe n[B] defi ne[C] boast[D] share28. Accord ing to the kni ght foun dati on survey, young people[A] te nd to voice their opinions in cyberspace.[B] verify n ews by referri ng to diverse resources.[C] have s strong sense of resp on sibility.[D] like to excha nge views on “ distributed trust ”29. The Barna survey found that a main cause for the fake news problem is[A] readers outdated values.[B] jo urn alists biased report ing[C] readers ' misin terpretati on[D] journalists '-umatteies.30. Which of the following would be the best title for the text?[A] A Rise in Critical Skills for Sharing News Online[B] A Counteraction Against the Over -tweeting Trend[C] The Accumulation of Mutual Trust on Social Media.[D] The Platforms for Projectio n of Personal In terests.Text 3Any fair- min ded assessme ntof the dan gers of the deal betwee n Brita in's Nati onal Health Service(NHS) and DeepM ind must start by ack no wledgi ng that both sides mean well. DeepM ind is one of the leading artificial intelligenee (AI) companies in the world. The potential of this work applied to healthcare is very great, but it could also lead to further concen trati on of power in the tech gia nts. It Is aga inst that backgro und that the in formati on commissi oner, Elizabeth Den ham, has issued her damning verdict aga inst the Royal Free hospital trust under the NHS, which handed over to DeepMind the records of million patients In 2015 on the basis of a vague agreement which took far too little account of the patients' rights and their expectatio ns of privacy.DeepMind has almost apologized. The NHS trust has mended its ways. Further arrangement& and there may be many-between the NHS and DeepMind will be carefully scrutinised to ensure that all n ecessary permissi ons have bee n asked of patie nts and all unn ecessary data has bee n clea ned. There are less ons about in formed patie nt consent to learn. But privacy is not the only an gle in this case and not even the most importa nt. Ms Den ham chose to concen trate the blame on the NHS trust, since un der exist ing law it “ con trolled ” the data and DeepM ind merely “ processed" it. But this disti nction misses the point that it isprocess ing and aggregatio n, not the mere possessi on of bits, that gives the data value.The great questi on is who should ben efit from the an alysis of all the data that our lives now gen erate.Privacy law builds on the con cept of damage to an in dividual from ide ntifiable kno wledge about them. That misses the way the surveilla nce economy works. The data of an in dividual there gains its value only whe n it is compared with the data of coun tless milli ons more.The use of privacy law to curb the tech giants in this instance feels slightly maladapted. This practice does not address the real worry. It is not eno ugh to say that the algorithms DeepM ind develops will ben efit patie nts and save lives. What matters is that they will bel ong to a private mono poly which developed them using public resources. If software promises to save lives on the scale that dugs now can, big data may be expected to behave as a big pharm has done. We are still at the beginning of this revolution and small choices now may turn out to have gigantic consequences later. A long struggle will be needed to avoid a future of digital feudalism. Ms Den ham's report is a welcome start.is true of the agreement between the NHS and DeepMind ?[A] It caused con flicts among tech gia nts.[B] It failed to pay due attention to patient s rights.[C] It fell short of the latter's expectatio ns[D] It put both sides into a dangerous situation.32. The NHS trust respo nded to Den ham's verdict with[A] empty promises.[B] tough resista nee.[C] n ecessary adjustme nts.[D] sin cere apologies.author argues in Paragraph 2 that[A] privacy protect ion must be secured at all costs.[B] leak ing patie nts' data is worse tha n selli ng it.[C] making profits from patients' data is illegal.[D] the value of data comes from the processing of it |to the last paragraph, the real worry arising from this deal is[A] the vicious rivalry among big pharmas.[B] the in effective en forceme nt of privacy law.[C] the uncon trolled use of new software.[D] the mon opoly of big data by tech gia nts.author's attitude toward the applicati on of AI to healthcare is[A] ambiguous.[B] cautious.[C] appreciative.[D] con temptuous.Text 4The . Postal Service (USPS) continues to bleed red ink. It reported a net loss of $ billion for fiscal 2016, the 10th straight year its expe nses have exceeded revenue. Mean while, it has more tha n $120 billi on in unfunded liabilities, mostly for employee health and retirement costs. There are many bankruptcies. Fun dame ntally, the USPS is in a historic squeeze betwee n tech no logical cha nge that has perma nen tly decreased dema nd for its bread -an d-butter product, first -class mail, and a regulatory structure that denies management the flexibility to adjust its operations to the new realityAnd interest groups ranging from postal unions to greeting -card makers exert self -interested pressure on the USPS sultimate overseer-Congress-insisting that whatever else happens to the Postal Service, aspects of the status quo they depe nd on get protected. This is why repeated attempts at reform legislati on have failed in recent years, leaving the Postal Service unable to pay its bills except by deferring vital moder ni zati on.Now comes word that every one in volved ---Democrats, Republica ns, the Postal Service, the unions and the system's heaviest users —hasnally agreed on a plan to fix the system. Legislation is moving through the House that would save USPS an estimated $ billion over five years, which could help pay for new vehicles, among other survival measures. Most of the money would come from a penny-per-letter perma nent rate in crease and from shift ing postal retirees into Medicare. The latter step would largely offset the financial burden of annually pre -funding retiree health care, thus addressing a long -standing complaint by the USPS and its union.If it clears the House, this measure would still have to get through the Sen ate —wheresome one is bound to point out that it amounts to the bare, bare minimum n ecessary to keep the Postal Service afloat, not comprehensive reform. There ' no change to collective bargaining at the USPS, a major omission considering that personnel accounts for 80 percent of the agency ' s costs. Also missing is any discussioelim in at ing Saturday letter delivery. That com mon-sense cha nge enjoys wide public support and would save the USPS $2 billion per year. But postal special -interest groups seem to have killed it, at least in the House. The emerging consensus around the bill is a sign that legislators are getting frightened about a politically embarrassing short-term collapse at the USPS. It is not, however, a sign that they ' getting serious about tran sform ing the postal system for the 21st cen tury.finan cial problem with the USPS is caused partly by[A] . its un bala need budget.[B] .its rigid man ageme nt.[C] .the cost for tech nical upgradi ng.[D] . the withdrawal of bank support.37. Accord ing to Paragraph 2, the USPS fails to moder nize itself due to[A] . the in terfere nee from in terest groups.[B] .the in adequate funding from Con gress.[C] .the shri nking dema nd for postal service.[D] .the in compete nee of postal unions.Ion g-sta nding eompla int by the USPS and its unions can be addressed by[A] .removi ng its burde n of retiree health care.[B] .making more investment in new vehicles.[C] .adopting a new rate -increase mechanism.[D] . attracting more first -class mail users.the last paragraph, the author seems to view legislators with[A] respect.[B] tolera nee.[C] disconten1.1[D] gratitude.of the following would be the best title for the text?[A] The USPS Starts to Miss Its Good Old Days[B] The Postal Service: Keep Away from My Cheese[C] The USPS: Chro nic Ill ness Requires a Quick Cure[D] The Postal Service Needs More than a Band -AidPart BDirectio ns:The following paragraphs are given in a wrong order. For Questions 41-45, you are required to reorga nize these paragraphs into a cohere nt article by choos ing from the list A -G and filli ng them into the nu mbered boxes. Paragraphs C and F have bee n correctly placed. Mark your an swers on ANSWER SHEET. (10 poi nts)A. In December of 1869, Con gress appo in ted a commissi on to select a site and prepare pla ns and cost estimates for a new State Departme nt Buildi ng. The commissi on was also to con sider possible arran geme nts for the War and Navy Departme nts. To the horror of some who expected a Greek Revival twin of the Treasury Building to be erected on the other side of the White House, the elaborate French Second Empire style design by Alfred Mullett was selected, and construction of a building to house all three departme nts bega n in June of 1871.B. Completed in 1875, the State Departme nt's south wing was the first to be occupied, with its elega nt four-story library (completed in 1876), Diplomatic Recepti on Room, and Secretary's office decorated with carved wood, Orie ntal rugs, and ste nciled wall patter ns. The Navy Departme nt moved into the east wing in 1879, where elaborate wall and ceiling stenciling and marquetry floors decorated the office of the Secretary.C. The State, War, and Navy Buildi ng, as it was orig in ally known, housed the three Executive Branch Departme nts most in timately associated with formulati ng and con duct ing the n ati on's foreig n policy in thelast quarter of the nineteenth century and the first quarter of the twentieth century-the period when the United States emerged as an international power. The building has housed some of the nation's most sig ni fica nt diplomats and politicia ns and has bee n the scene of many historic even ts.D. Many of the most celebrated n ati onal figures have participated in historical eve nts that have take n place within the EEOB's gra nite walls. Theodore and Fran kli n D. Roosevelt, William Howard Taft, Dwight D. Eise nhower, Lyndon B. Johnson, Gerald Ford, and George H. W. Bush all had offices in this buildi ng before beco ming preside nt. It has housed 16 Secretaries of the Navy, 21 Secretaries of War, and 24 Secretaries of State. Winston Churchill once walked its corridors and Japa nese emissaries met here with Secretary of State Cordell Hull after the bomb ing of Pearl Harbor.E. The Eise nhower Executive Office Buildi ng (EEOB) comma nds a unique positi on in both the n atio nal history and the architectural heritage of the Un ited States. Desig ned by Supervis ing Architect ofthe Treasury, Alfred B. Mullett, it was built from 1871 to 1888 to house the grow ing staffs of the State, War, and Navy Departme nts, and is con sidered one of the best examples of French Second Empire architecture in the coun try.F. Con struct ion took 17 years as the buildi ng slowly rose wing by wing. When the EEOB was fini shed,it was the largest office building in Washington, with nearly 2 miles of black and white tiled corridors. Almost all of the in terior detail is of cast iron or plaster; the use of wood was mini mized to in sure fire safety. Eight monumen tal curvi ng staircases of gra nite with over 4,000 in dividually cast bronze balusters are capped by four skylight domes and two sta ined glass rot un das.G. The history of the EEOB bega n long before its foun dati ons were laid. The first executive offices were con structed betwee n 1799 and 1820. A series of fires (in cludi ng those set by the British in 1814) and overcrowded con diti ons led to the con struct ion of the exist ing Treasury Buildi ng. In 1866, the con struct ion of the North Wing of the Treasury Buildi ng n ecessitated the demoliti on of the State Departme nt buildi ng.【答案】41. (E) T C T 42. (G) T 43. (A) 44. (B) 45. (D)Part CDirectio ns:Read the following text carefully and then translate the underlined segments into Chinese. Your tran slation should be written neatly on the ANSWER SHEET. (10 poi nts)Shakespeare ' s life time was coincident with a period of extraordinary activity and achievement in the drama.(46) By the date of his birth Europe was witnessing the passing of the religious drama, and the creation of new forms under the incentive of classical tragedy and comedy. These new forms were at first mainly written by scholars and performed by amateurs, but in England, as everywhere else in western Europe, the growth of a class of professional actors was threatening to make the drama popular, whether it should be new or old, classical or medieval, literary or farcical. Court, school organizations of amateurs, and the traveling actors were all rivals in supplying a widespread desire for dramatic entertainment; and (47) no boy who went a grammar school could be ignorant that the drama was a form of literature which gave glory to Greece and Rome and might yet bring honor to England.When Shakespeare was twelve years old, the first public playhouse was built in London. For a time literature showed no interest in this public stage. Plays aiming at literary distinction were written for school or court, or for the choir boys of St. Paul' s and the royal chapel, who, however, gave plays in public as wel as at court.(48) but the professi onal compa nies prospered in their perma nent theaters, and uni versity men with literatureambiti ons were quick to turn to these theaters as offeri ng a means of livelihood. By the time Shakespeare was twen ty-five, Lyly, Peele, and Gree ne had made comedies that were at once popular and literary; Kyd had written a tragedy that crowded the pit; and Marlowe had brought poetry and genius to triumph on the com mon stage - where they had played no part since the death of Euripides. (49) A native literary drama had bee n created, its allia nee with the public playhouses established, and at least some of its great traditi ons had bee n beg un.The developme nt of the Elizabetha n drama for the n ext twenty -five years is of excepti onal in terest tostudents of literary history, for in this brief period we may trace the beginning, growth, blossoming, and decay of many kinds of plays, and of many great careers. We are amazed today at the mere nu mber of plays produced, as well as by the number of dramatists writing at the same time for this London of two hundred thousa nd in habita nts. (50)To realize how great was the dramatic activity, we must remember further that hosts of plays have bee n lost, and that probably there is no author of note whose en tire work has survived.【参考译文】46. 到莎士比亚出生的年代,欧洲经历了宗教戏剧的消亡,以及在古典悲剧和喜剧的影响下新的戏剧形式的产生。
考研英语作文答案题目:The Impact of Technology on Education作文答案:In the contemporary era, technology has become an integralpart of our lives, and its influence on education is profound and multifaceted. The integration of technology in classrooms has transformed the way students learn and teachers teach.Firstly, technology enhances the accessibility of educational resources. Students can now access a wealth of information online, from academic articles to educational videos. Thisnot only broadens their knowledge base but also allows themto learn at their own pace.Secondly, the use of interactive tools in classrooms has made learning more engaging. Tools such as smart boards and educational apps encourage active participation from students, making the learning process more interactive and enjoyable.Thirdly, technology facilitates personalized learning experiences. With the help of software that tracks students' progress, teachers can tailor their teaching methods to meet the individual needs of each student, thereby improving learning outcomes.However, the over-reliance on technology also poseschallenges. It is essential to maintain a balance between traditional teaching methods and technological aids to ensure that students develop critical thinking skills and do not become overly dependent on digital tools.In conclusion, technology has significantly impacted education by making it more accessible, interactive, and personalized. While it offers numerous benefits, it iscrucial to use it judiciously to foster a holistic learning environment.题目:The Role of Social Media in Modern Society作文答案:Social media has become a ubiquitous part of modern society, shaping the way we communicate, share information, and interact with the world around us.Firstly, social media serves as a platform for self-expression and identity formation. Individuals can create and curate their online personas, expressing their interests and values to a global audience.Secondly, it acts as a powerful tool for communication and networking. Social media platforms enable people to stay connected with friends and family, regardless of geographical distance, and to build professional networks.Thirdly, social media plays a critical role in disseminating news and information. It allows for the rapid spread of news, enabling public discourse and awareness on various issues.However, the pervasiveness of social media also brings about several concerns. Issues such as misinformation, cyberbullying, and privacy breaches are increasingly prevalent and require careful consideration.In conclusion, while social media has revolutionized the way we connect and share information, it is imperative to approach it with a critical eye and a commitment to responsible use.题目:The Importance of Environmental Protection作文答案:Environmental protection is a pressing issue that demands immediate attention and action from individuals, communities, and governments alike.Firstly, protecting the environment is crucial for maintaining ecological balance. Healthy ecosystems support a diverse range of plant and animal species, which in turn contribute to the overall health of our planet.Secondly, environmental conservation is essential for human health. Clean air, water, and soil are fundamental to ourwell-being, and pollution can lead to a myriad of health problems.Thirdly, sustainable practices in environmental protectioncan lead to economic benefits. Investing in renewable energy and green technologies can create jobs and stimulate economic growth.However, achieving environmental protection requires a collective effort. It involves policy changes, public awareness, and individual actions to reduce waste, conserve resources, and promote sustainability.In conclusion, environmental protection is not just a moral imperative but also a practical necessity for the survivaland prosperity of our species. It is a responsibility that we must all share and fulfill for the sake of future generations.注意:以上内容是针对考研英语作文题目的示例答案,考生在实际考试中应根据具体题目要求,结合自己的理解和观点进行作答。
2024年全国硕士研究生入学统一考试英语(一)小作文PartA(10 points)Dear Paul,In your letter you asked me for some advice on how to prepare for an oral report on an ancient Chinese scientist,and now I am writing with sincerity to give you some necessary suggestions.What follows,as you requested in your letter,is my advice on the oral report.To begin with,you are expected to select an ancient Chinese scientist and conduct extensive research on his life and work.Apart from that,you are also supposed to organize your findings into an outline, covering his major achievements and contributions.What I suggested would be beneficial for you,and I do hope you can follow them.If you need more detailed interpretation of my proposals,I would be available any time for you.Sincerely yours,Li Ming2024年全国硕士研究生招生考试英语(一)试题Section I Use of EnglishDirections:Read the following text.Choose the best word (s)for each numbered blank and mark A,B,C or D on the ANSWER SHEET.(10 points)It's not difficult to set targets for staff.It is much harder, 1 ,to understand their negative consequences.Most work-related behaviors have multiple components. 2 one and the others become distorted.1.[A] [B] |C] [D]2.[A] [B] [C] [D]3.[A] [B] [C] [D]4.[Al [B] |C|[DI5.[A] [B] [C] [D]6.[A] [B] [C] [D]7.[A] [B] [C] [DI8.[A]9.[Al [B][B][C][C][D][DI10.[A] [B] [C] [DI11.[A]12.[A]13.[A]14.[A] [B][B][B][B][C][C][C][Cl[D][D][D][DI15.[A] [B] [C] [D]16.[A] [B] [C] [DI17.[A]18.[AJ19.[A]20.[A][B][B][B][B][C][C][C][C][DJ[D][D][D] Section I Reading ComprehensionPart ADirections:Read the following four tex(s.Answer the questions below each text by choosing A,B,Cor D.Mark your answers on the ANSWER SHEET. (40 points)Text 1“Reskilling”is something that sounds like a buzzword but is actually a requirement if we plan to have a future in which a lot of would-be workers do not get left behind.We know we are moving into a period where the jobs in demand will change rapidly,as will the requirements of the jobs that remain.Research by the World Economic Forum finds that on average 42 percent of the“core skills”within job roles will change by 2022.That is a very short timeline.21.[A][B]2[C][D]22.[A][B][C][D]23.[A][B][C][D]24.[A][B][C][D]25.[A][B][C][D]3 ■Text 2“Reskilling”is something that sounds like a buzzword but is actually a requirement if we plan to have a future in which a lot of would-be workers do not get left behind.We know we are moving into a period where thejobs in demand will change rapidly,as will the requirements of the jobs that remain.Research by the World Economic Forum finds that on average 42 percent of the“core skills”within job roles will change by 2022.That is a very short timeline.26.[A][B][C][D]27.[A][B][C][D]28.[A][B]■■5[C] [D]29 ·[A] [B][C¹[ 」[D]30.·[A][B] [C] [D]Text 3“Reskilling”is something that sounds like a buzzword but is actually a requirement if we plan to have a future in which a lot of would-be workers do not get left behind.We know we are moving into a period where the jobs in demand will change rapidly,as will the requirements of the jobs that remain.Research by the World Economic Forum finds that on average 42 percent of the“core skills”within job roles will change by 2022.That is a very short timeline.31._ _■6[A] [B] [C] [D]32.33.[A] [B] [C] [D]34.[A][B] [C] [D] 35.[A][B]巨 巨 同 3[C][D]Text 4The miracle of the Chesapeake Bay lies not in its depths,but in the complexity of its n atural construction,the interaction of fresh and saline waters,and the mix of land and water. The shallows provide homes for hundreds of species while storing floodwaters,filtering pollutants from water,and protecting nearby communities from potentially destructive storm surges.All this was put at great risk late last month,when the U.S.Supreme Court issued a ruling in an idaho case that provides the U.S.Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)far less authority to regulate wetlands and waterways.Specifically,a 5-4 majority decided that wetlands protected by the EPA under its Clean Water Act authority must have a "continuous surface connection"to bodies of water.This narrowing of the regulatory scope was a victory for builders,mining operators and other commercial interests often at odds with environmental rules.And it carries "significant repercussions for water quality and food control throughout the United States,"as Justice Brett Kavanaugh observed.In Maryland,the good news is that there are many state laws in place that provide wetlands protections.But that's a very shortsighted view,particularly when it comes to the Chesapeake Bay.The reality is that water,and the pollutants that so often come with it,don't respect state boundaries.The Chesapeake draws from a 64,000-square-mile watershed that extends into Virginia,Pennsylvania,New York,West Virginia,the District of Columbia and Delaware.Will those jurisdictions extend the same protections now denied under Sackett v. EPA?Perhaps some,but all?That seems unlikely.It is too easy,and misleading,to see such court rulings as merely standing up for the rights of land owners when the consequences can be so dire for their neighbors.And it's a reminder that the EPA's involvement in the Chesapeake Bay Program has long been crucial as the means to transcend the influence of deep-pocketed special interests in neighboring states. Pennsylvania farmers,to use one telling example,aren't thinking about next year's blue crab harvest in Maryland when they decide whether to sprend animal waste on their fields,yet the ■7runoff into nearby creeks can haveenormous impact downstream.And so we would call on state lawmakers from Richmond to Albany to consider reviewing their own wetlands protections and see for themselves the enormous stakes involved.We can offer them a visit to Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge in Dorchester County wherebald engles fly over tidal marshes so shallow you could not paddle a boat across them but teaming with aquatic life.It's worth the scenic drive.36.The Chesapeake Bay is described in paragraph I as[A]a valuable natural environment[B]a contraversial conservation area[C]a place with commercial potential[D]a headache for nearby communities.37.The U.S.Supreme Court's ruing in the Idaho case[A]reinforces water pullution control[B]weakens the EPA's regulatory power[C]will end conflits among local residents[D]may face opposition from mining operators38.How does’the autor fell about future of the chesapenke Bay?[A]woried[B]Puzzied[C]Relieved[D]Encouraged39.What can be inferred about the EPA's involvement in the chesapeake ■8Bay Program?[A]It has restored the balance among neighboing jurisdictions.[B]It has triggered a radical reform in commercial fisheries[C]It has set a fine example of respecting state authorities.[D]It has ensured the coordination of protection efforts.40.The author holds that the state lawmakers should[A]be cautious about the influence of landowners[B]attach due importance to wetlands protections[C]recognize the need to expand wildlife refuges[D]improve the wellbeing ofendangered speciesPart BDirections: In the following text,some segments have been removed. For Questions 41-45,choose the most suitable one from the list A-G to fit into each of the numbered blanks.There are two extra choices,which do not fit in any of the blanks.Mark your answers on the ANSWER SHEET.(10 points)Long before Man lived on the Earth,there were fishes,reptiles, birds,insects,and some mammals.Although some of these animals were ancestors of kinds living today,others are now extinct,that is,they have no descendants alive now.41. Very occasionally the rocks show impression of skin,so that,apart from color,we can build up a9reasonably accurate picture of an animal that died millions of years ago. The kind of rock in which the remains are found tells us much about the nature of the original land,often of the plants that grew on it,and even of its climate.42. Nearly all of the fossils that we know were preserved in rocks formed by water action,and most of these are of animals that lived in or near water.Thus it follows that there must be many kinds of mammals,birds,and insects of which we know nothing.Directions:For Questions 41-45,choose the most suitable paragraphs from the list A-G and fill them into the numbered boxes to form a coherent text.Paragraph F and G have been correctly placed.Mark your answers on the ANSWER SHEET.(10 points)[A]“I just don't know how to motivate them to do a better job.We're in a budget crunch and I have absolutely no financial rewards at my disposal.In fact,we'll probably have to lay some people off in the near future.It's hard for me to make the job interesting and challenging because it isn't—it's boring,routine paperwork,and there isn't much you can do about it.”[B]“Finally,I can't say to them that their promotions will hinge on t he excellence of their paperwork.First of all,they knew it's not true.Ifgroups during the decades before the war.But after the war,great social and political changes arising out of the successful war against Fascism created a growing demand in European and American economies for increasing numbers of graduates with more than a secondary school education.(47) And the demand that rose in those societies for entry to higher education extended to groups and social classes that had not thought of attending a university before the war. These demands resulted in a very rapid expansion of the systems of higher education,beginning in the 1960s and developing very rapidly (though unevenly)during the 1970s and 1980s.Section II WritingPart A51.Directions:Suppose you are organizing an online meeting.Write an email toJack, an international student,to1)invite him to participate,and2)tell him the details.You should write about 100 words on the ANSWER SHEET.Do not use your own name in the email;u se“LiMing”instead.(10 points)Part B52.Directions:Write an essay of 160-200 words based on the following drawing.In your essay you should1)describe the drawing briefly,2)explain its intended meaning,and3)give your comments.You should write neatly on the ANSWER SHEET.(20 points)。
考研英语试题及答案解析一、阅读理解(共20分)1. According to the passage, which of the following is NOT a reason for the decline in the number of bees?A. The use of pesticides.B. The loss of habitat.C. The spread of disease.D. The increase in urbanization.答案:D解析:文章中提到了农药的使用、栖息地的丧失和疾病的传播是导致蜜蜂数量下降的原因,但并未提及城市化增加是导致蜜蜂数量下降的原因。
2. What is the main purpose of the article?A. To discuss the importance of bees in the ecosystem.B. To argue for the protection of bees.C. To describe the life cycle of bees.D. To explain the economic impact of bees.答案:B解析:文章主要讨论了蜜蜂数量下降的原因,并强调了保护蜜蜂的重要性,因此选项B是正确的。
3. What does the author suggest as a solution to the problem of declining bee populations?A. Stricter regulations on pesticide use.B. The creation of more bee-friendly habitats.C. Increased public awareness of the issue.D. All of the above.答案:D解析:文章中提到了多种解决方案,包括更严格的农药使用规定、创造更多蜜蜂友好的栖息地和提高公众对这一问题的认识,因此选项D是正确的。
2024考研英语二真题答案及解析【写作】Section IV WritingPart A【47】Suppose you and Jack are going to do a survey on the protection of old houses in an ancient town.Write him an email to1)put forward your plan,and2)ask for his opinion.You should write about100words on the ANSWER SHEET.Do not use your own e“Li Ming”instead.(10points)参考范文Dear Jack,How was everything going?Since we are planning a survey on the protection of old houses,I am writing this letter to share my plans with you.The detailed plans are as follows.First of all,I will search some valuable materials and information on the website,which can lay a solid foundation for our survey. Secondly,after collecting the relevant information,we can pay a visit to Professor Smith,who is an informed historian.He will be willing to give us some practical advice. Lastly,in addition to survey,we had better go to these old houses in person to appreciate their charm and beauty.If you have other practical suggestions,please share some with me so that I can make some adjustment in advance.I am looking forward to your early reply.Yours sincerely,Li MingPart B【48】In your essay,you should describe the picture briefly,interpret the implied meaning and give your comments.参考范文The chart records the survey on students’gain from practice activity curriculum in one university.Among these,acquiring relevant knowledge gains the percentage of91.3,which already outweighs that of all the others.Besides,enhancing labor ability,relaxing body and mind,and cultivating cooperative ability account for84.8%, 54.4%and32.6%respectively.In my view,these phenomena can be attributed to a host of factors,among which two are analyzed as follows.For one thing,taking practice activity curriculum couldcultivate students’sound and comprehensive ability.Except studying theoretical knowledge and basic knowledge,it also aims at improving youngsters’practical as well as the cooperative competence.For another,it is true that college students of today have no choice but to confront stresses felt in day-to-day study.That is why certain students regard taking practice courses as a way of relaxation.Only by taking such courses can they relax their bodies and ease their minds.Based on the discussion above,we can draw a conclusion that practice classes exert a positive impact on college students in the aspects of studying,ability-improving and relaxing.So it is advisable for university to offer more practice activity courses to cater to students’need.。
1997年全国硕士研究生入学统一考试英语试题Section II Cloze TestDirections:For each numbered blank in the following passage, there are four choices marked [A], [B], [C], and [D]. Choose the best one and mark your answer on the ANSWER SHEET 1 by blackening the corresponding letter in the brackets. (10 points)Manpower Inc., with 560,000 workers, is the world’s largest temporary employment agency. Every morning, its people 41into the offices and factories of America, seeking a day’s work for a day’s pay. One day at a time. 42industrial giants like General Motors and IBM struggle to survive 43reducing the number of employees, Manpower, based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, is booming.44its economy continues to recover, the US is increasingly becoming a nation ofpart-timers and temporary workers. This “45” work force is the most important 46in American business today, and it is 47changing the relationship between people and their jobs. The phenomenon provides a way for companies to remain globally competitive 48 avoiding market cycles and the growing burdens 49by employment rules, healthcare costs and pension plans. For workers it can mean an end to the security, benefits and sense of 50that came from being a loyal employee.41. [A] swarm[B] stride[C] separate[D] slip42. [A] For[B] Because[C] As[D] Since43. [A] from[B] in[C] on[D] by44. [A] Even though[B] Now that[C] If only[D] Provided that45. [A] durable[B] disposable[C] available[D] transferable46. [A] approach[B] flow[C] fashion[D] trend47. [A] instantly[B] reversely[C] fundamentally[D] sufficiently48. [A] but[B] while[C] and[D] whereas49. [A] imposed[B] restricted[C] illustrated[D] confined50. [A] excitement[B] conviction[C] enthusiasm[D] importanceSection III Reading ComprehensionDirections:Each of the passages below is followed by some questions. For each question there are four answers marked [A], [B], [C] and [D]. Read the passages carefully and choose the best answer to each of the questions. Then mark your answer on the ANSWER SHEET byblackening the corresponding letter in the brackets. (40 points)Text 1It was 3:45 in the morning when the vote was finally taken. After six months of arguing and final 16 hours of hot parliamentary debates, Australia’s Northern Territory became the first legal authority in the world to allow doctors to take the lives of incurably ill patients who wish to die. The measure passed by the convincing vote of 15 to 10. Almost immediately word flashed on the Internet and was picked up, half a world away, by John Hofsess, executive director of the Right to Die Society of Canada. He sent it on via the group’s on-line service, Death NET. Says Hofsess: “We posted bulletins all day long, because of course this isn’t just something that happened in Australia. It’s world history.”The full import may take a while to sink in. The NT Rights of the Terminally Ill law has left physicians and citizens alike trying to deal with its moral and practical implications. Some have breathed sighs of relief, others, including churches, right-to-life groups and the Australian Medical Association, bitterly attacked the bill and the haste of its passage. But the tide is unlikely to turn back. In Australia -- where an aging population, life-extending technology and changing community attitudes have all played their part -- other states are going to consider making a similar law to deal with euthanasia. In the US and Canada, where the right-to-die movement is gathering strength, observers are waiting for the dominoes to start falling.Under the new Northern Territory law, an adult patient can request death -- probably by a deadly injection or pill -- to put an end to suffering. The patient must be diagnosed as terminally ill by two doctors. After a “cooling off” period of seven days, the patient can sign a certificate of request. After 48 hours the wish for death can be met. For Lloyd Nickson, a 54-year-old Darwin resident suffering from lung cancer, the NT Rights of Terminally Ill law means he can get on with living without the haunting fear of his suffering: a terrifying death from his breathing condition. “I’m not afraid of dying from a spiritual point of view, bu t what I was afraid of was how I’d go, because I’ve watched people die in the hospital fighting for oxygen and clawing at their masks,” he says.51. From the second paragraph we learn that ________.[A] the objection to euthanasia is slow to come in other countries[B] physicians and citizens share the same view on euthanasia[C] changing technology is chiefly responsible for the hasty passage of the law[D] it takes time to realize the significance of the law’s passage52. When the author says that observers are waiting for the dominoes to start falling, he means ________.[A] observers are taking a wait-and-see attitude towards the future of euthanasia[B] similar bills are likely to be passed in the US, Canada and other countries[C] observers are waiting to see the result of the game of dominoes[D] the effect-taking process of the passed bill may finally come to a stop53. When Lloyd Nickson dies, he will ________.[A] face his death with calm characteristic of euthanasia[B] experience the suffering of a lung cancer patient[C] have an intense fear of terrible suffering[D] undergo a cooling off period of seven days54. The author’s attitude towards euthanasia seems to be that of ________.[A] opposition[B] suspicion[C] approval[D] indifferenceText 2A report consistently brought back by visitors to the US is how friendly, courteous, and helpful most Americans were to them. To be fair, this observation is also frequently made of Canada and Canadians, and should best be considered North American. There are, of course, exceptions. Small-minded officials, rude waiters, and ill-mannered taxi drivers are hardly unknown in the US. Yet it is an observation made so frequently that it deserves comment. For a long period of time and in many parts of the country, a traveler was a welcome break in an otherwise dull existence. Dullness and loneliness were common problems of the families who generally lived distant from one another. Strangers and travelers were welcome sources of diversion, and brought news of the outside world.The harsh realities of the frontier also shaped this tradition of hospitality. Someone traveling alone, if hungry, injured, or ill, often had nowhere to turn except to the nearest cabin or settlement. It was not a matter of choice for the traveler or merely a charitable impulse on the part of the settlers. It reflected the harshness of daily life: if you didn’t take in the stranger and take care of him, there was no one else who would. And someday, remember, you might be in the same situation.Today there are many charitable organizations which specialize in helping the weary traveler. Yet, the old tradition of hospitality to strangers is still very strong in the US, especially in the smaller cities and towns away from the busy tourist tr ails. “I was just traveling through, got talking with this American, and pretty soon he invited me home for dinner -- amazing.” Such observations reported by visitors to the US are not uncommon, but are not always understood properly. The casual friendliness of many Americans should be interpreted neither as superficial nor as artificial, but as the result of a historically developed cultural tradition.As is true of any developed society, in America a complex set of cultural signals, assumptions, and conventions underlies all social interrelationships. And, of course, speaking a language does not necessarily mean that someone understands social and cultural patterns. Visitors who fail to “translate” cultural meanings properly often draw wrong conclusions. F or example, when an American uses the word “friend,” the cultural implications of the word may be quite different from those it has in the visitor’s language and culture. It takes more than a brief encounter on a bus to distinguish between courteous convention and individual interest. Yet, being friendly is a virtue that many Americans value highly and expect from both neighbors and strangers.55. In the eyes of visitors from the outside world, ________.[A] rude taxi drivers are rarely seen in the US[B] small-minded officials deserve a serious comment[C] Canadians are not so friendly as their neighbors[D] most Americans are ready to offer help56. It could be inferred from the last paragraph that ________.[A] culture exercises an influence over social interrelationship[B] courteous convention and individual interest are interrelated[C] various virtues manifest themselves exclusively among friends[D] social interrelationships equal the complex set of cultural conventions57. Families in frontier settlements used to entertain strangers ________.[A] to improve their hard life[B] in view of their long-distance travel[C] to add some flavor to their own daily life[D] out of a charitable impulse58. The tradition of hospitality to strangers ________.[A] tends to be superficial and artificial[B] is generally well kept up in the United States[C] is always understood properly[D] has something to do with the busy tourist trailsText 3Technically, any substance other than food that alters our bodily or mental functioning is a drug. Many people mistakenly believe the term drug refers only to some sort of medicine or an illegal chemical taken by drug addicts. They don’t realize that familiar substances such as alcohol and tobacco are also drugs. This is why the more neutral term substance is now used by many physicians and psychologists. The phrase “substance abuse” is often used instead of “drug abuse” to make clear that substances such as alcohol and tobacco can be just as harmfully misused as heroin and cocaine.We live in a society in which the medicinal and social use of substances (drugs) is pervasive: an aspirin to quiet a headache, some wine to be sociable, coffee to get going in the morning, a cigarette for the nerves. When do these socially acceptable and apparently constructive uses of a substance become misuses? First of all, most substances taken in excess will produce negative effects such as poisoning or intense perceptual distortions. Repeated use of a substance can also lead to physical addiction or substance dependence. Dependence is marked first by an increased tolerance, with more and more of the substance required to produce the desired effect, and then by the appearance of unpleasant withdrawal symptoms when the substance is discontinued.Drugs (substances) that affect the central nervous system and alter perception, mood, and behavior are known as psychoactive substances. Psychoactive substances are commonly grouped according to whether they are stimulants, depressants, or hallucinogens. Stimulants initially speed up or activate the central nervous system, whereas depressants slow it down. Hallucinogens have their primary effect on perception, distorting and altering it in a variety of ways including producing hallucinations. These are the substances often called psychedelic (from the Greek word meaning “mind-manifesting”) because they seemed to radically alter one’s state of consciousness.59. “Substance abuse” (Line 5, Paragraph 1) is preferable to “drug abuse” in that ________.[A] substances can alter our bodily or mental functioning if illegally used[B] “drug abuse” is only related to a limited number of drug takers[C] alcohol and tobacco are as fatal as heroin and cocaine[D] many substances other than heroin or cocaine can also be poisonous60. The word “pervasive” (Line 1, Paragraph 2) might mean ________.[A] widespread[B] overwhelming[C] piercing[D] fashionable61. Physical dependence on certain substances results from ________.[A] uncontrolled consumption of them over long periods of time[B] exclusive use of them for social purposes[C] quantitative application of them to the treatment of diseases[D] careless employment of them for unpleasant symptoms62. From the last paragraph we can infer that ________.[A] stimulants function positively on the mind[B] hallucinogens are in themselves harmful to health[C] depressants are the worst type of psychoactive substances[D] the three types of psychoactive substances are commonly used in groupsText 4No company likes to be told it is contributing to the moral decline of a nation. “Is this what you intended to accomplish with your careers?” Senator Robert Dole asked Time Warner executives last week. “You have sold your souls, but must you corrupt our nation and threaten our child ren as well?” At Time Warner, however, such questions are simply the latest manifestation of the soul-searching that has involved the company ever since the company was born in 1990. It’s a self-examination that has, at various times, involved issues of responsibility, creative freedom and the corporate bottom line.At the core of this debate is chairman Gerald Levin, 56, who took over for the late Steve Ross in 1992. On the financial front, Levin is under pressure to raise the stock price and reduce the co mpany’s mountainous debt, which will increase to $ billion after two new cable deals close. He has promised to sell off some of the property and restructure the company, but investors are waiting impatiently.The flap over rap is not making life any easier for him. Levin has consistently defended the company’s rap music on the grounds of expression. In 1992, when Time Warner was under fire for releasing Ice-T’s violent rap song Cop Killer, Levin described rap as a lawful expression of street culture, which deserves an outlet. “The test of any democratic society,” he wrote in a Wall Street Journal column, “lies not in how well it can control expression but in whether it gives freedom of thought and expression the widest possible latitude, however disputable o r irritating the results may sometimes be. We won’t retreat in the face of any threats.”Levin would not comment on the debate last week, but there were signs that the chairman was backing off his hard-line stand, at least to some extent. During the discussion of rock singing verses at last month’s stockholders’ meeting, Levin asserted that “music is not the cause of society’s ills” and even cited his son, a teacher in the Bronx, New York, who uses rap to communicate with students. But he talked as well abo ut the “balanced struggle” between creative freedom and social responsibility, and he announced that the company would launch a drive to develop standards for distribution and labeling of potentially objectionable music.The 15-member Time Warner board is generally supportive of Levin and his corporate strategy. But insiders say several of them have shown their concerns in this matter. “Some of us have known for many, many years that the freedoms under the First Amendment are not totally unlimited,” says Luce. “I think it is perhaps the case that some people associated with the company have only recently come to realize this.”63. Senator Robert Dole criticized Time Warner for ________.[A] its raising of the corporate stock price[B] its self-examination of soul[C] its neglect of social responsibility[D] its emphasis on creative freedom64. According to the passage, which of the following is TRUE?[A] Luce is a spokesman of Time Warner.[B] Gerald Levin is liable to compromise.[C] Time Warner is united as one in the face of the debate.[D] Steve Ross is no longer alive.65. In face of the recent attacks on the company, the chairman ________.[A] stuck to a strong stand to defend freedom of expression[B] softened his tone and adopted some new policy[C] changed his attitude and yielded to objection[D] received more support from the 15-member board66. The best title for this passage could be ________.[A] A Company under Fire[B] A Debate on Moral Decline[C] A Lawful Outlet of Street Culture[D] A Form of Creative FreedomText 5Much of the language used to describe monetary policy, such as “steering the economy to a soft landing” or “a touch on the brakes,” makes it sound like a precise science. Nothing could be further from the truth. The link between interest rates and inflation is uncertain. And there are long, variable lags before policy changes have any effect on the economy. Hence the analogy that likens the conduct of monetary policy to driving a car with a blackened windscreen, a cracked rear-view mirror and a faulty steering wheel.Given all these disadvantages, central bankers seem to have had much to boast about of late. Average inflation in the big seven industrial economies fell to a mere % last year, close to its lowest level in 30 years, before rising slightly to % this July. This is a long way below the double-digit rates which many countries experienced in the 1970s and early 1980s.It is also less than most forecasters had predicted. In late 1994 the panel of economists which The Economist polls each month said that America’s inflation rate would average % in 1995. In fact, it fell to % in August, and is expected to average only about 3% for the year as a whole. In Britain and Japan inflation is running half a percentage point below the rate predicted at the end of last year. This is no flash in the pan; over the past couple of years, inflation has been consistently lower than expected in Britain and America.Economists have been particularly surprised by favorable inflation figures in Britain and the United States, since conventional measures suggest that both economies, and especiallyAmerica’s, have little productive slack. America’s capacity utilization, for example, hit historically high levels earlier this year, and its jobless rate % in August) has fallen below most estimates of the natural rate of unemployment -- the rate below which inflation has taken off in the past.Why has inflation proved so mild? The most thrilling explanation is, unfortunately, a little defective. Some economists argue that powerful structural changes in the world have upended the old economic models that were based upon the historical link between growth and inflation.67. From the passage we learn that ________.[A] there is a definite relationship between inflation and interest rates[B] economy will always follow certain models[C] the economic situation is better than expected[D] economists had foreseen the present economic situation68. According to the passage, which of the following is TRUE?[A] Making monetary policies is comparable to driving a car[B] An extremely low jobless rate will lead to inflation[C] A high unemployment rate will result from inflation[D] Interest rates have an immediate effect on the economy69. The sentence “This is no flash in the pan” (Line 5, Paragraph 3) means that ________.[A] the low inflation rate will last for some time[B] the inflation rate will soon rise[C] the inflation will disappear quickly[D] there is no inflation at present70. The passage shows that the author is ________ the present situation.[A] critical of[B] puzzled by[C] disappointed at[D] amazed atSection IV English-Chinese TranslationDirections:Read the following passage carefully and then translate the underlined sentences into Chinese. Your translation must be written clearly on ANSWER SHEET 2. (15 points)Do animals have rights? This is how the question is usually put. It sounds like a useful, ground-clearing way to start. 71) Actually, it isn’t, because it assumes that there is an agreed account of human rights, which is something the world does not have.On one view of rights, to be sure, it necessarily follows that animals have none. 72) Some philosophers argue that rights exist only within a social contract, as part of an exchange of duties and entitlements. Therefore, animals cannot have rights. The idea of punishing a tiger that kills somebody is absurd, for exactly the same reason, so is the idea that tigers have rights. However, this is only one account, and by no means an uncontested one. It denies rights not only to animals but also to some people -- for instance, to infants, the mentally incapable and future generations. In addition, it is unclear what force a contract can have for people who never consented to it: how do you reply to somebody who says “I don’t like this contract”?The point is this: without agreement on the rights of people, arguing about the rights of animals is fruitless. 73) It leads the discussion to extremes at the outset: it invites you to think that animals should be treated either with the consideration humans extend to other humans, or with no consideration at all. This is a false choice. Better to start with another, more fundamental, question: is the way we treat animals a moral issue at all?Many deny it. 74) Arguing from the view that humans are different from animals in every relevant respect, extremists of this kind think that animals lie outside the area of moral choice. Any regard for the suffering of animals is seen as a mistake -- a sentimental displacement of feeling that should properly be directed to other humans.This view, which holds that torturing a monkey is morally equivalent to chopping wood, may seem bravely “logical.” In fact it is simply shallow: the confused center is right to reject i t. The most elementary form of moral reasoning -- the ethical equivalent of learning to crawl -- is to weigh others’ interests against one’s own. This in turn requires sympathy and imagination: without which there is no capacity for moral thought. To see an animal in pain is enough, for most, to engage sympathy. 75) When that happens, it is not a mistake: it is mankind’s instinct for moral reasoning in action, an instinct that should be encouraged rather than laughed at.1997年考研英语真题答案71. 事实并非如此, 因为这种问法是以人们对人的权利有共同认识为基础的, 而这种共同认识并不存在。