2006年12月大学英语新四级真题试卷及答案

PARTⅠDICTION [15 MIN]Please write the whole passage on ANSWER SHEET ONE.PART II LISTENING COMPREHENSION [20 MIN]SECTION A CONVERSATIONSQuestions 1 to 3 are based on the following conversation. At the end of the conversation, you will be given 15 seconds to answer the questions. Now, listen to the conversation.1.How did Mark get there?A.By train and by car.B.By plane and by coach.C.By train and by bus.D.By bus and by plane.2.Mark used to wear all the following EXCEPTA.short hair.B.glasses.C.moustache.D.beard.3.Where is the meeting for new students to be held?A.In the third room on the right.B.In the Common Room.C.In a room at the other end.D.In Room 501. Questions 4 to 6 are based on the following conversation. At the end of the conversation, you will be given 20 seconds to answer the questions. Now, listen to the conversation.4.What did Steve originally plan to do?A.To go to a park near the beach.B.To stay at home.C.To see a new film.D.To do some study.5.Maggie finally decided to go to see a film becauseA.there was no park nearby.B.the weather wasn’t ideal for a walk.C.it would be easier to go to a cinema.D.Steve hadn’t seen the film yet.6.Where did they plan to meet?A.Outside the Town Hall.B.Near the bank.C.In Steven’s place.D.At the cinema.Questions 7 to 10 are based on the following conversation. At the end of the conversation, you will be given 15 seconds to answer the questions. Now, listen to the conversation.7.The following details are true about the new device EXCEPTA.it has colour.B.it has a moving image.C.it costs less money.D.it is not on the market.8.Why didn’t Bill want one of them?A.He wanted to buy one from Japan.B.He wasn’t sure about its quality.C.He thought it was for business use.D.He thought it was expensive.9.Which of the following statements is INCORRECT about the woman?A.She had never read the magazine herself.B.She knew who usually read the magazine.C.She was quite interested in the new device.D.She agreed with Bill at the end of the conversation.10.The conversation is mainly aboutA.a new type of telephone.B.the cost of telephone.C.some features of the magazine.D.the readership of the magazine.SECTION B PASSAGESQuestions 11 to 13 are based on the following passage. At the end of the passage, you will be given 15 seconds to answer the questions. Now, listen to the passage.11.In the old days dogs were used for the following EXCEPTA.hunting other animals.B.driving sheep.C.guarding chickens.D.keeping thieves away.12.Which of the following is CORRECT?A.Dogs are now treated as part of a family.B.Dogs still performed all the duties they used to do.C.People now keep dogs for the same reasons as before.D.Only old people are seen walking their dogs.13.The passage is mainly aboutA.what dogs can do.B.how to keep dogs.C.dogs and their masters.D.reasons for keeping dogs. Questions 14 to 17 are based on the following passage. At the end of the passage, you will be given 20 seconds to answer the questions. Now, listen to the passage.14.According to the passage, the working conditions in the new placeA.are the same as the speaker is used to.B.are expected to be rather poor.C.are just as adequate.D.are not yet clear.15.What is the speaker going to do in the new place?A.Travelling.B.Studying.C.Settling down.D.Teaching.16.The speaker expectsA.fewer choices of food.B.many ways to do washing.C.modern lighting facilities.D.new types of drinking water.17.From the passage we learn that the speakerA.is unprepared for the new post.B.is unclear about the conditions there.C.is ready for all the difficulties there.D.is eager to know more about the post.Questions 18 to 20 are based on the following passage. At the end of the passage, you will be given 15 seconds to answer the questions. Now, listen to the passage.18.According to the passage, when are children first expected to study hard?A.Before 6 years of age.B.Between 6 and 10.C.After 10 years of age.D.After 12 years of age.19. Parents who abuse their children tend to have the following problems EXCEPTA.religious problems.B.emotional problems.C.financial problems.D.marriage problems.20.Which of the following statements is CORRECT?A.Boys and girls are equally energetic.B.Parents have higher expectations for boys.C.Some parents lack skills to deal with their kids.D.Some parents are ill-educated and ill-tempered. SECTION C NEWS BROADCASTQuestions 21 to 23 are based on the following news. At the end of the news item, you will be given 15 seconds to answer the questions. Now, listen to the news.21.What has happened to the Cubans?A.They set foot in Floria.B.They were drowned.C.They were flown to the U.S.D.They were sent back to Cuba.22.How did the Cubans try to enter the U.S.?A.In a small boat.B.In an old truck.C.By swimming.D.By driving.Questions 23 are based on the following news. At the end of the news item, you will be given 10 seconds to answer the questions. Now, listen to the news.23.How many cities will have air quality monitoring systems installed by the end of this year?A.42 cities.B.220 cities.C. 150 cities.D. 262 cities.Questions 24 and25 are based on the following news. At the end of the news item, you will be given 10 seconds to answer the questions. Now, listen to the news.24. Altogether how many people were reported missing?A. 68.B.90.C. 150.D. 40.25.Which of the following details is INCORRECT?A.The two ferries sank on different days.B.The accidents were caused by storms.C.The two ferries sank on the same river.D.More people were rescued from the first ferry.Questions 26 are based on the following news. At the end of the news item, you will be given 10 seconds to answer the questions.Now, listen to the news.26.What is the news item mainly about?A.Indonesian government policies.B.Australia’s support to the UN assistance mission.C.Opening of an Australian consulate in East Timor.D.Talks between Australia and Indonesia.Questions 27 to 28 are based on the following news. At the end of the news item, you will be given 15 seconds to answer the questions. Now, listen to the news.27. The news item is mainly about a joint venture betweenA.a US company and a UK company.B.a Swiss company and a UK company.C.two Taiwanese companies.D.a mainland company and a US company.28.Who will provide the distribution networks in the joint venture?A.Unilever.B.Nestle.C.PepsiCo.D.Coca Cola.Questions 29 to 30 are based on the following news. At the end of the news item, you will be given 15 seconds to answer the questions. Now, listen to the news.29.Who staged the protect on Saturday?A.The soldiers.B.The peace camp.C.The militants.D. The hardliners.30. Which of the following details about the news is INCOPPECT?A.13 soilders were killed last week.B.100,000 people participated in the protest.C. The protesters demanded a pullout from Gaza.D.The Prime Minister rejected the pullout plan.PART ⅢCLOZE [15 MIN]There are many superstitions in Britain, but one of the most ( 31 )＿held is that it is unlucky to walk under a ladder--- even if it means (32)＿the pavement into a busy street! (33)＿you must pass under a ladder you can (34)＿bad luck by crossing your fingers and (35)＿them crossed until you have seen a dog. (36)＿, you may lick your finger and (37)＿a cross on the toe of your shoe, and not look again at the shoe until the (38)＿has dried.Another common (39)＿is that it is unlucky to open an umbrella in the house---it will either bring (40)＿to the person who opened it or to the whole (41)＿. Anyone opening an umbrella in fine weather is (42)＿, as it inevitably brings rain! The number 13 is said to be unlucky for some, and when the 13th day of the month (43)＿on a Friday, anyone wishing to avoid a bad event had better stay (44)＿.The worst misfortune that can happen to a person is caused by breaking a mirror, (45)＿it brings seven years of bad luck! The superstition is supposed to (46)＿in ancient times, when mirrors were considered to be tools of the gods.Black cats are generally considered lucky in Britain, even though they are (47)＿witchcraft. It is (48)＿lucky if a black cat crosses your path-although in America the exact opposite belief prevails. Finally, a commonly held superstition is that of touching wood (49)＿luck. This measure is most often taken if you think you have said something that is tempting fate, such as “my car has never (50)＿, touch wood?”31. A broadly B widely C quickly D speedily32. A running from B jumping off C stepping off D keeping from33. A If B As C Though D Unless34. A erase B remove C avoid D ease35. A keep B keeping C kept D to keep36. A Consequently B However C Comparatively D Alternatively37. A make B print C perform D produce38. A label B symbol C mark D cut39. A argument B superstition C opinion D idea40. A loss B difficulty C tragedy D misfortune41. A house B household C home D circle42. A unwise B unintelligent C unpopular D unfortunate43. A falls B arrives C drops D happens44. A away B outdoors C indoors D far45. A when B as C if D though46. A have originated B be originating C be originated D originate47. A concerned about B related with C associated with D connected in48. A especially B specially C frequently D rarely49. A as B for C in D of50. A broken up B broken off C broken away D broken downPART IV GRAMMAR＆VOCABULARY [15MIN]51. __ dull he may be, he is certainly a very successful top executive.A AlthoughB whateverC AsD However52. If only I __ play the guitar as well as you!A wouldB couldC shouldD might53. The party, __ I was the guest of honour, was extremely enjoyable.A by whichB for whichC to whichD at which54. It’s high time we __ cutting down the rainforests.A stoppedB had to stopC shall stopD stop55. The student said there were a few points in the essay he __ impossible to comprehend.A has foundB was findingC had foundD would find56. Loudspeakers were fixed in the hall so that everyone __ an opportunity to hear the speech.A ought to haveB must haveC may haveD should have57. I am surprised __ this city is a dull place to live in.A that you should thinkB by what you are thinkingC that you would thinkD with what you were thinking58. Susan is very hardworking, but her pay is not __ for her work.A enough goodB good enoughC as good enoughD good as enough59. It is imperative that the government __ more investment into the shipbuilding industry.A attractsB shall attractC attractD has to attract60. Land belongs to the city; there is __ thing as private ownership of land.A no such aB not suchC not such aD no such61. My daughter has walked eight miles today. We never guessed that she could walk __ far.A /B suchC thatD as62. The statistics __ that living standards in the area have improved drastically in recent times.A provesB is provingC are provingD prove63. There are only ten apples left in the baskets, __ the spoilt ones.A not countingB not to countC don’t countD having not counted64. It was __ we had hopedA more a success thanB a success more thanC as much of a success asD a success as much as65. There used to be a petrol station near the park, __?A didn’t itB doesn’t thereC usedn’t it?D didn’t there66. It is an offence to show __ against people of different races.A distinctionB differenceC separationD discrimination67. A great amount of work has gone into __ the Cathedral to its previous splendour.A refreshingB restoringC renovatingD renewing68. The thieves fled with the local police close on their __.A backsB necksC toesD heels69. The economic recession has meant that job __ is a rare thing.A securityB safetyC protectionD secureness70. Many people nowadays save money to __ for their old age.A caterB supplyC provideD equip71. The tone of the article __ the writer’s mood at the time.A reproducedB reflectedC imaginedD imitated72. This is not the right __ to ask for my help; I am far too busy even to listen!A momentB situationC opportunityD circumstance73. The job of a student accommodation officer __ a great many visits to landladies.A concernsB offersC asksD involves74. Our family doctor’s clinic __ at the junction of two busy roads.A restsB standsC staysD seats75. She was so fat that she could only just __ through the door.A assembleB appearC squeezeD gather76. After the heavy rain, a builder was called to repair the roof, which was __.A leakingB tricklingC drippingD floating77. The reception was attended by __ members of the local community.A excellentB conspicuousC prominentD noticeable78. Share prices on the Stock Exchange plunged sharply in the morning but __ slightly in the afternoon.A regainedB recoveredC restoredD revived79. His __ brain has worked away on the idea of a universal cure.A richB quickC productiveD fertile80. The couple has donated a not __ amount of money to the foundation.A inconsiderableB inconsiderateC inaccurateD incomparablePART ⅤREADING COMPREHENSION [25MIN]TEXT AIn the case of mobile phones, change is everything. Recent research indicates that the mobile phone is changing not only our culture, but our very bodies as well.First, let’s talk about culture. The difference between the mobile phone and its parent, the fixed-line phone, is that a mobile number corresponds to a person, while a landline goes to a place. If you call my mobile, you get me. If you call my fixed-line phone, you get whoever answers it.This has several implications. The most common one, however, and perhaps the thing that has changed our culture forever, is the “meeting” influence. People no longer need to make firm plans about when and where to meet. Twenty years ago, a Friday night would need to be arranged in advance. You needed enough time to allow everyone to get from their place of work to the first meeting place. Now, however, a night out can be arranged on the run. It is no longer “see you there at 8”, but “text me aroun d 8 and we’ll see where we all are”.Texting changes people as well. In their paper, “insights into the Social and Psychological Effects of SMS Text Messaging”,two British researchers distinguished between two types of mobile phone users: the “talkers” and the “texters”-those who prefer voice to text message and those who prefer text to voice.They found that the mobile phone’s individuality and privacy gave texters the ability to express a whole new outer personality. Texters were likely to report that their family would be surprised if they were to read their texts. This suggests that texting allowed texters to present a self-image that differed from the one familiar to those who knew them well.Another scientist wrote of the changes that mobiles have brought to body language. There are two kinds that people use while speaking on the phone. There is the “speakeasy”: the head is held high, in a self-confident way, chatting away. And there is the “spacemaker”: these people focus on themselves and keep out ot her people.Who can blame them? Phone meetings get cancelled or reformed and camera-phones intrude on people’s privacy. So, it is understandable if your mobile makes you nervous. But perhaps you needn’t worry so much. After all, it is good to talk.81 when people plan to meet nowadays, theyA arrange the meeting place beforehandB postpone fixing the place till last minuteC seldom care about when and where to meetD still love to work out detailed meeting plans.82 According to the two British researchers, the social and psychological effect are mostly likely to be seen onA TALKERSB the "speakeasy"C the “spacemaker”D texters83 We can infer from the passage that the texts sent by texters areA quite revealingB well writtenC unacceptable by othersD shocking to others84 according to the passage, who is afraid of being heard while talking on the mobile?A TalkersB T he “speakeasy”C T he “spacemaker”D Texters85 an appropriate title for the passage might beA The SMS effectB Cultural implication of mobile useC Change in the use of the mobileD Body language and the mobile phone!TEXT BOver the last 25 years, British society has changed a great deal-or at least many parts of it have. In some ways, however, very little has changed, particularly where attitudes are concerned. Ideas about social class-whether a person is “working-class” or “middle-class”--are one area in which changes have been extremely slow.In the past, the working-class tended to be paid less than middle-class people, such as teachers and doctors. As a result of this and also of the fact that workers’ jobs were generally much less secure, distinct differences in life-styles and attitudes came into existence. The typical working man would collect his wages on Friday evening and then, it was widely believed, having given his wife her “housekeeping”, would go out and squander the rest on beer and betting.The stereotype of what a middle-class man did with his money was perhaps nearer the truth. He was-and still is – inclined to take a longer-term view. Not only did he regard buying a house as a top priority, but he also considered the education of his children as extremely important. Both of these provided him and his family with security. Only in very few cases did workers have the opportunity (or the education and training) to make such long-term plans.Nowadays, a great deal has changed. In a large number of cases factory workers earn as much, if not more, than their middle-class supervisors. Social security and laws to improve job-security, combined with a general rise in the standard of living since the mid-fifties of the 20th century, have made it less necessary than before to worry about “tomorrow”. Working-class people seem slowly to be losing the feeling of inferiority they had in the past. In fact there has been a growing tendency in the past few years for the middle-classes to feel slightly ashamed of their position.The changes in both life-styles and attitudes are probably most easily seen amongst younger people. They generally tend to share very similar tastes in music and clothes, they spend their money in having a good time, and save for holidays or longer-term plans when necessary. There seems to be much less difference than in previous generations. Nevertheless, we still have a wide gapbetween the well-paid (whatever the type of job they may have) and the low-paid. As long as this gap exists, there will always be a possibility that new conflicts and jealousies will emerge, or rather that the old conflicts will re-appear, but between different groups. 86, which of the following is seen as the cause of class differences in the past?A Life style and occupationB Attitude and incomeC Income and job securityD Job security and hobbies87 the writer seems to suggest that the description of＿＿is closer to truth?A middle –class ways of spending moneyB working-class ways of spending the weekendC working-class drinking habitsD middle-class attitudes88 According to the passage, which of the following is NOT a typical feature of the middle -class?A Desiring for securityB Making long-term plansC Having priorities in lifeD Saving money89 Working-class people's sense of security increased as a result of all the following factors EXCEPTA better social securityB more job opportunitiesC higher living standardD better legal protection.90.Which of the following statements is INCORRECT?A Changes are slowly taking place in all sectors of the British society.B The gap between working -class and middle- class young people is narrowing.C Differences in income will remain but those in occupation will disappear.D Middle-class people may sometimes feel inferior to working-class people.TEXT CFor several days I saw little of Mr. Rochester. In the morning he seemed much occupied with business, and in the afternoon gentlemen from the neighourhood called and sometimes stayed to dine with him. When his foot was well enough, he rode out a great deal.During this time, all my knowledge of him was limited to occasional meetings about the house, when he would sometimes pass me coldly, and sometimes bow and smile. His changes of manner did not offend me, because I saw that I had nothing to do with the cause of them.One evening, several days later, I was invited to talk to Mr. Rochester after dinner. He was sitting in his armchair, and looked not quite so severe, and much less gloomy. There was a smile on his lips, and his eyes were bright, probably with wine. As I was looking at him, he suddenl y turned, and asked me, “do you think I’m handsome, Miss Eyre?”The answer somehow slipped from my tongue before I realized it: ‘No, sir.”“A h, you really are unusual! You are a quiet, serious little person, but you can be almost rude.”“Sir, I’m sorry. I should have said that beauty doesn’t matter, or something like that,”“No, you shouldn’t! I see, you criticize my appearance, and then you stab me in the back! You have honesty and feeling. There are not many girls like you. But perhaps I go too fast. Perhaps you have awful faults to counterbalance your few good points.”I thought to myself that he might have too. He seemed to read my mind, and said quickly,“Yes, you’re right. I have plenty of faults. I went the wrong way when I was twenty-one, and have never found the right path again. I might have been very different.I might have been as good as you, and perhaps wiser. I am not a bad man, take my word for it, but I have done wrong. It wasn’t my character, but circumstances which were to blame. Why do I tell you all this? Because you’re the sort of person people tell their problems and secrets to, because you’re sympathetic and give them hope.”It seemed he had quite a lot to talk to me. He didn’t seem to like to finish the talk quickly, as was the case for the first time.“Don’t be afraid of me, Miss Eyre.” He continued. “you don’t relax or laugh very much, perhaps because of the effect Lowood school has had on you. But in time you will be more natural with me, and laugh, and speak freely. You’re like a bird in a cage. When you get out of the cage, you’ll fly very high. Good night.”91. At the beginning Miss Eyre 's impressions of Mr.Rochester were all EXCEPTA busyB sociableC friendlyD changeable92. In "....and all my knowledge of him was li mited to occasional meetings about the house,…”(the second paragraph), the word “about” meansA aroundB onC outsideD concerning.93. Why did Mr.Rochester say" ..and the you stab me in the back!" (the 7th paragraph)?.A Because Jane had intended to kill him with a knife.B Because Jane had intended to be more critical.C Because Jane had regretted having talked to him.D Because Jane had said something else to correct herself.94. From what Mr.Rochest told Miss Eyre, we can conclude that he wanted toA tell her all his troubles.B tell her his life experience.C change her opinion of him.D change his circumstances.95. At the end of the passage, Mr. Rochester soundedA rudeB coldC friendlyD encouraging.TEXT DThe ideal companion machine-the computer- would not only look, feel, and sound friendly but would also be programmed to behave in a pleasant manner. Those qualities that make interaction with other people enjoyable would be imitated as closely as possible, and the machine would appear to be charming, and easygoing.Its informal conversational style would make interaction comfortable, and yet the machine would remain slightly unpredictable and therefore interesting. In its first encounter it might be somewhat hesitant, but as it came to know the user it would progress to a more relaxed and intimate style. The machine would not be a passive participant but would add its own suggestions, information, and opinions; it would sometimes take the initiative in developing or changing the topic and would have a personality of its own.Friendships are not made in a day, and the computer would be more acceptable as a friend if it imitated the gradual changes that occur when one person is getting to know another. At an appropriate time it might also express the kind of affection that stimulates attachment and intimacy. The whole process would be accomplished in a subtle way to avoid giving an impression of over-familiarity that would be likely to produce irritation. After experiencing a wealth of powerful, well-timed friendship indicators, the user would be very likely to accept the computer as far more than a machine and might well come to regard it as a friend.An artificial relationship of this type would provide many of the benefits that people obtain from interpersonal friendships. The machine would participate in interesting conversation that could continue from previous discussions. It would have a familiarity with the user’s life as revealed in earlier contact, and it would be understanding and good-humored. The computer’s own personality would be lively and impressive, and it would develop in response to that of the user. With features such as these, the machine might indeed become a very attractive social partner.96. Which of the following is NOT a feature of the ideal companion machine?A Active in communicationB Attractive in personality.C enjoyable in performance.D unpredictable in behaviour97. The computer would develop friendships with humans in a (n)___ way.A quickB unpredictableC productiveD inconspicuous.98. Which of the following aspects is NOT mentioned when the passage discusses the benefits of artificial relationships?A Being able to pick up an interesting conversation.B Being sensitive to earlier contact.C Being ready to learn about the person's life.D Having a pleasant and adaptable personality.99Throughout the passage, the author is ____ in his attitude towards the computerA favourableB criticalC vagueD hesitant100. Which might be the most appropriate title of the passage?A Artificial relationships .B How to form intimate relationshipsC The affectionate machineD Humans and computers。

2006年12月大学英语四级考试听力真题及答案Part III Listing Comprehension (35 minutes)Section ADirections: In this section, you will hear 8 short conversations and 2 long conversations. At the end of each conversation, one or morequestions will be asked about what was said. Both theconversation and the questions will be spoken only once. Aftereach question there will be a pause. During the pause, you mustread the four choices marked A), B), C) and D), and decide whichis the best answer, then mark the corresponding letter on AnswerSheet 2 with a single line though the centre.注意：此部分答题在答题卡2上作答。

11. A) Plan his budget carefully.B) Give her more information.C) Ask someone else for advice.D) Buy a gift for his girlfriend.12. A) She’ll have some chocolate cake.B) She’ll take a look at the menu.C) She’ll go without dessert.D) She’ll prepare the dinner.13. A) The man can speak a foreign language.B) The woman hopes to improve her English.C) The woman knows many different languages.D) The man wishes to visit many more countries.14. A) Go to the library.B) Meet the woman.C) See Professor Smith.D) Have a drink in the bar.15. A) She isn’t sure when Professor Bloom will be back.B) The man shouldn’t be late for his class.C) The man can come back sometime later.D) She can pass on the message for the man.16. A) He has a strange personality.B) He’s got emotional problems.C) His illness is beyond cure.D) His behavior is hard to explain.17. A) The tickets are more expensive than expected.B) The tickets are sold in advance at half price.C) It’s difficult to buy the tickets on the spot.D) It’s better to buy the tickets beforehand.18. A) He turned suddenly and ran into a tree.B) He was hit by a fallen box from a truck.C) He drove too fast and crashed into a truck.D) He was trying to overtake the truck ahead of him.Questions 19 to 21 are based on the conversation you have just heard.19. A) To go boating on the St. Lawrence River.B) To go sightseeing in Quebec Province.C) To call on a friend in Quebec City.D) To attend a wedding in Montreal.20. A) Study the map of Quebec Province.B) Find more about Quebec Province.C) Brush up on her French.D) Learn more about the local customs.21. A) It’s most beautiful in summer.B) It has many historical buildings.C) It was greatly expanded in the 18th century.D) It’s the only French-speaking city in Canada.Questions 22 to 25 are based on the conversation you have just heard.22. A) It was about a little animal.B) It took her six years to write.C) It was adapted from a fairy tale.D) It was about a little girl and her pet.23. A) She knows how to write best-selling novels.B) She can earn a lot of money by writing for adults.C) She is able to win enough support from publishers.D) She can make a living by doing what she likes.24. A) The characters.B) The readers.C) Her ideas.D) Her life experiences.25. A) She doesn’t really know where they originated.B) She mainly drew on stories of ancient saints.C) They popped out of her childhood dreams.D) They grew out of her long hours of thinking.Section BDirections: In this section, you will hear 3 short passages. At the end of each passage, you will hear some questions. Both the passage andthe questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a question,you must choose the best answer from the four choices marked A),B), C) and D). Then mark the corresponding letter on the AnswerSheet 2 with a single line through the centre.Passage One26. A) Monitor students’ sleep patterns.B) Help students concentrate in class.C) Record students’ weekly performance.D) Ask students to complete a sleep report.27. A) Declining health.B) Lack of attention.C) Loss of motivation.D) Improper behavior.28. A) They should make sure their children are always punctual for school.B) They should ensure their children grow up in a healthy environment.C) They should help their children accomplish high-quality work.D) They should see to it that their children have adequate sleep. Passage TwoQuestions 29 to 32 are based on the passage you have just heard.29. A) She stopped being a homemaker.B) She became a famous educator.C) She became a public figure.D) She quit driving altogether.30. A) A motorist’s speeding.B) Her running a stop sign.C) Her lack of driving experience.D) A motorist’s failure to concentrate.31. A) Nervous and unsure of herself.B) Calm and confident of herself.C) Courageous and forceful.D) Distracted and reluctant.32. A) More strict training of women drivers.B) Restrictions on cell phone use while driving.C) Improved traffic conditions in cities.D) New regulations to ensure children’s safety.Passage ThreeQuestions 33 to 35 are based on the passage you have just heard.33. A) They haven’t devoted as much energy to medicine as to space travel.B) Three are too many kinds of cold viruses for them to identify.C) It is not economical to find a cure for each type of cold.D) They believe people can recover without treatment.34. A) They reveal the seriousness of the problem.B) They indicate how fast the virus spreads.C) They tell us what kind of medicine to take.D) They show our body is fighting the virus.35. A) It actually does more harm than good.B) It causes damage to some organs of our body.C) It works better when combined with other remedies.D) It helps us to recover much sooner.Section CDirections: In this section, you will hear a passage three times. When the passage is read for the first time, you should listen carefully for itsgeneral idea. When the passage is read for the second time, youare required to fill in the blanks numbered from 36 to 43 with theexact words you have just heard. For blanks numbered from 44 to46 you are required to fill in the missing information. For theseblanks, you can either use the exact words you have just heard orwrite down the main points in your own words. Finally, when thepassage is read for the third time, you should check what you havewritten.注意：此部分试题在答题卡2上；请在答题卡2上作答。

2006年12月英语四级考试真题Part I Writing (30 minutes) Directions:For this part, you are allowed 30 minute to write a short essay on the topic of students selecting their lectures. You should write at least 120 words following the outline given bellow:1. 许多人喜欢在除夕夜看春节晚会2. 但有些人提出取消春节晚会3. 我的看法注意：此部分试题在答题卡1上。

students selecting their lecturesPart II Reading Comprehension (Skimming and Scanning) (15 minutes) Directions:In this part, you will have 15 minute to go over the passage quickly and answer the questions on Answer Sheet 1.For questions 1-7, markY (for YES) if the statement agrees with the information given in the passage;N (for NO) if statement contradicts the information given in the passage;NG (for NOT GIVEN) if the information is not given in the passage.For question 8-10, complete the sentences with the information given in the passage.Six Secrets of High-Energy PeopleThere’s an energy crisis in America, and it has nothing to do with fossil fuels. Millions of us get up each morning already wear y over the day holds. “I just can’t get started,” p eople say. But it’s not physical energy that most of us lack. Sure, we could all use extra sleep and a better diet. But in truth, people are healthier today than at any time in history. I can almost guarantee that if you long for more energy, the problem is not with your body.What you’re seeking is not physical energy. It’s emotional energy. Yet, sad to say, life sometimes seems designed to exhaust our supply. We work too hard. We have family obligations. We encounter emergencies and personal crises. No wonder so many of us suffer from emotionalfatigue, a kind of utter exhaustion of the spirit.And yet we all know people who are filled with joy, despite the unpleasant circumstances of their lives. Even as a child, I observed people who were poor, or disabled, or ill, but who nonetheless faced life with optimism and vigor. Consider Laura Hillenbrand, who despite an extremely weak body, wrote the best-seller Seabiscuit. Hillenbrand barely had enough physical energy to drag herself out of bed to write. But she was fueled by having a story she wanted to share. It was emotional energy that helped her succeed.Unlike physical energy, which is finite and diminishes with age, emotional energy is unlimited and has no thing to do with genes or upbringing. So how do you get it? You can’t simply tell yourself to be positive. You must take action. Here are six practical strategies that work.1. Do something new.Very little that’s new occurs in our lives. The impact of thi s sameness on our emotional energy is gradual, but huge: It’s like a tire with a slow leak. You don’t notice it at first, but eventually you’ll get a flat. It’s up to you to plug the leak—even though there are always a dozen reasons to stay stuck in your d ull routines of life. That’s where Maura, 36, a waitress, found herself a year ago.Fortunately, Maura had a lifeline—a group of women friends who meet regularly to discuss their lives. Their lively discussions spurred Maura to make small but nevertheless life altering changes. She joined a gym in the next town. She changed her look with a short haircut and new black T-shirts. Eventually, Maura gathered the courage to quit her job and start her own business.Here’s a challenge: If it’s something you wouldn’t ordinarily do, do it. Try a dish you’ve never eaten. Listen to music you’d ordinarily tune out. You’ll discover these small things add to your emotional energy.2. Reclaim life’s meaning.So many of my patients tell me that their lives used to have meaning, but that somewhere along the line things went stale.The first step in solving this meaning shortage is to figure out what you really care about, and then do something about it. A case in point is Ivy, 57, a pioneer in investment banking. “I mistakenly believed that all the money I made would mean something,” she says. “But I feel lost, like a 22-year-old wondering what to do with her life.” Ivy’s solution? She started a program that shows Wall Streeters how to donate time and money to poor children. In the process, Ivy filled her life with meaning.3. Put yourself in the fun zone.Most of us grown-ups are seriously fun-deprived. High-energy people have the same day-to-day work as the rest of us, but they manage to find something enjoyable in every situation. A real estate broker I know keeps herself amused on the job by mentally redecorating the houses she shows to clients. “I love imagining what even the most run-down house could look like with a little tender loving care,” she says. “It’s a challenge—and the least desirable properties are usually the most fun.”We all define fun differently, of course, but I can guarantee this: If you put just a bit of it into your day, you energy will increase quickly.4. Bid farewell to guilt and regret.Everyone’s pa st is filled with regrets that still cause pain. But from an emotional energy point of view, they are dead weights that keep us from moving forward. While they can’t merely be willed away, I do recommend you remind yourself that whatever happened is in the past, and nothing can change that. Holding on to the memory only allows the damage to continue into the present.5. Make up your mind.Say you’ve been thinking about cutting your hair short. Will it look stylish—or too extreme?You endlessly think it over. Having the decision hanging over your head is a huge energy drain.Every time you can’t decide, you burden yourself with alternatives. Quit thinking that you have to make the right decision; instead, make a choice and don’t look back.6. Give to get.Emotional energy has a kind of magical quality; the more you give, the more you get back. This is the difference between emotional and physical energy. With the latter, you have to get it to be able to give it. With the former, however, you get it by giving it.Start by asking everyone you meet, “How are you?” as if you really want to know, then listen to the reply. Be the one who hears. Most of us also need to smile more often. If you don’t smile at the person you love first thing in the morning, you’re sucki ng energy out of your relationship. Finally, help another person—and make the help real, concrete. Give a massage (按摩) to someone you love, or cook her dinner. Then, expand the circle to work. Try asking yourself what you’d do if your goal were to be helpful rather than efficient.After all, if it’s true that what goes around comes around, why not make sure that what’s circulating around you is the good stuff?注意：此部分试题请在答题卡1上作答。

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For this part, you are allowed thirty minutes to write a composition . You should write at least 100 words, and base your composition on the outline (given in Chinese) below: ）第1题A short essay entitled Spring Festival Gala on CCTV .1.许多人喜欢在除夕观看春节联欢晚会2. 有些人却提出取消春节联欢晚会3. 在我看来……【正确答案】：[范文][1] The CCTV Spring Festival Gala is one of China's most popular annual television events, watched by millions of people on the eve of the lunar New Year. [2] However, in recent years, the 4-hour show is losing its appeal, especially to youngsters.[3] People in increasing ambers choose not to watch the show. [4] They claim that the stereotyped Gala should give way to diverse modemcelebrations. [5] However, some other people are faithful audience of it.[6] They argue that the Evening Gala has somewhat become a tradition since it was initiated in the 1980s. [7] What's more, watching the show is an indispensable part of the festival for them.[8] Though the Gala is no longer popular with young people, I myself enjoy watching the show with my family. [9] Yet to maintain the interest of the young generation. the organizing committee should develop a program more ex citing, more colorful and more entertaining than the previous ones.[10] For example, it's a good idea to invite some big names in China's film and music industries to perform on the Gala stage.[1] 过去分词作非限制性后置定语，句式简洁。

423. appropriate a. 适当的But you might think about how you would approach the acquisition process if you had it to do all over again. （2006年12月24日大学英语四级(CET-4)真题试卷(A卷)）424. bunch n. 群，伙；束，串That rumor is a bunch of rubbish.那谣言简直是一派胡言乱语。

425. bundle n. 捆，包，束vt. 收集，归拢Newspapers were bundled on the truck.报纸被扎成捆放在卡车上.Mary gave a bundle of clothes to charity.玛丽给了慈善组织一捆衣服。

426. ceremony n. 典礼，仪式The award ceremony will start soon.颁奖仪式很快就要开始了。

427. chaos n. 混乱，紊乱Fiction is art and art is the triumph over chaos .小说是艺术，艺术又是一种克服浑沌状态的胜利。

428. discount n. （价格）折扣Few people turn down a discount at tollbooths (收费站) to avoid using the EZ-Pass system that can track automobile movements. （2008年6月大学英语四级考试真题）429. display n. /vt. 陈列，展览How were the objects on display arranged? （2006年12月23日大学英语四级(CET-4)真题试卷(B卷)）Fully display her fine qualities （2009年12月大学英语四级考试试题）430. equivalent a. 相等的 a. 相等物When next year’s crop of high-school graduates arrive at Oxford University in the fall of 2009, they’ll b e joined by a new face; Andrew Hamilton, the 55-year-old provost (教务长) of Y ale, who’ll become Oxford’s vice-chancellor—a position equivalent to university president in America. （2009年12月大学英语四级考试试题）431. erect a. 竖直的v. 建造，竖立Six policemen started to erect a roadblock.六个警察着手建立一道路障。

Section B Directions: In this section, you will hear 3 short passages. At the end of each passage, you will hear some questions. Both the passage and the questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a question, you must choose the best answer from the four choices marked A） B） C） and D）. Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer sheet 2 with a single line through the centre. Passage One Reducing the amount of sleep students get at night has a direct impact on their performance at school during the day. According to classroom teachers, elementary and middle school students who stay up late exhibit more learning and attention problems. This has been shown by Brown Medical School and Bradley Hospital research. In the study, teachers were not told the amount of sleep students received when completing weekly performance reports, yet they rated the students who had received eight hours or less as having the most trouble recalling all the material，learning new lessons and completing high-quality work. Teachers also reported that these students had more difficulty paying attention. The experiment is the first to ask teachers to report on the effects of sleep deficiency in children. Just staying up late can cause increased academic difficulty and attention problems for otherwise healthy, well-functioning kids, said Garharn Forlone, the study's lead author. So the results provide professionals and parents with a clear message: when a child is having learning and attention problems, the issue of sleep has to be taken into consideration. “If we don't ask about sleep, and try to improve sleep patterns in kids' struggling academically, then we aren't doing our job”, Forlone said. For parents, he said, the message is simple, “getting kids to bed on time is as important as getting them to school on time”. 26: What were teachers told to do in the experiment? A）Monitor students' sleep patterns. B）Help students concentrate in class. C）Record students' weekly performance. D）Ask students to complete a sleep report. 27: According to the experiment, what problem can insufficient sleep cause in students? A）Declining health. B）Lack of attention. C）Loss of motivation. D）Improper behavior. 28: What message did the researcher intend to convey to parents? A）They should make sure their children are always punctual for school. B）They should ensure their children grow up in a healthy environment. C）They should help their children accomplish high-quality work. D）They should see to it that their children have adequate sleep. Passage Two。

2006年12月大学英语四级(CET-6)真题试卷Part I Listening Comprehension (20 minutes)Section ADirections: In this section, you will hear 10 short conversations. At the end of each conversation, a question will be asked about whatwas said. Both the conversation and the question will bespoken only once. After each question there will be a pause.During the pause, you must read the four choices marked A),B), C) or D), and decide which is the best answer. Then markthe corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a singleline through the centre.1. A) The foggy weather has affected Mary‟s mood.B) They are puzzled about Mary‟s low spirits.C) Mary is dissatisfied with her promotion.D) Mary cares too much about her looks.2. A) Go to an art exhibition.B) Attend the opening night of a play.C) Dine out with an old friend.D) See his paintings on display.3. A) Her mother was quite outstanding in academic word.B) She was not particularly interested in going to school.C) Her parents laid great emphasis on academic excellence.D) She helped upgrade the educational level of immigrants.4. A) The machines there were ill maintained.B) Tickets for its members were cheaper.C) It was filled with people all the time.D) It had a reputation for good service.5. A) Both Sarah and Tom have been awarded doctoral degrees.B) Tom has arranged to meet his bride Sarah in Hawaii.C) Tom was more excited than Sarah at the wedding.D) A double blessing has descended upon Tom.6. A) There were too many questions in the examination.B) The examination was well beyond the course content.C) The examination questions were somewhat too difficult.D) The course prepared him adequately for the examination.7. A) It‟s less time consuming.B) His wife is tired of cooking.C) It‟s part of his job.D) He is sick of home-cooked meals.8. A) He has just started to teach piano lessons.B) He seldom takes things seriously.C) He is very proud of his piano skills.D) He usually understates his achievements.9. A) It‟s tedious.B) It‟s absurd.C) It‟s justifiable.D) It‟s understandable.10. A) Arrange accommodation for her.B) Explain the cause of the cancellation.C) Compensate her for the inconvenience.D) Allow her to take another flight that night.Section BDirections: In this section, you will hear 3 short passages. At the end of each passage, you will hear some questions. Both the passageand the questions will be spoken only once. After you hear aquestion, you must choose the best answer from the fourchoices marked A), B), C) or D). Then mark the correspondingletter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through thecentre.Passage OneQuestions 11 to 13 are based on the passage you have just heard.11. A) Producing legendary painting.B) Making a fortune from decorative arts.C) Manufacturing quality furniture.D) Setting up a special museum.12. A) To show his fascination with Asian culture.B) To tell the story of the American Revolution.C) To promote interest in American decorative arts.D) To increase the popularity of the DuPont Company.13. A) By theme of period.B) By style of design.C) By manufacturer of origin.D) By function of purpose.Passage TwoQuestions 14 to 16 are based on the passage you have just heard.14. A) People may use two or more languages.B) People will choose Chinese rather than English.C) The percentage of native speakers of English will increase.D) The number of people relying on their mother tongue will drop.15. A) The number of Spanish speakers is far greater than that of Arabicspeakers.B) Arabic spoken in one Arab country may not be understood inanother.C) Arabic spoken in Egypt differs from Arabic spoken in Morocco inorigin.D) The number of Arabic speakers is declining because of the invasionof English.16. A) It is impossible for Arab countries to standardize their language.B) Most people in the world will learn to speak Chinese in the future.C) It is uncertain whether English will be the world language in thefuture.D) Spanish is very likely to become the top language of the world by2050.Passage ThreeQuestions 17 to 20 are based on the passage you have just heard.17. A) Because they believe blind students prefer to mix with students whocan see.B) Because it would cost lots of money to build such special colleges.C) Because it would constitute discrimination against blind students.D) Because they think blind people should learn to live among sightedpeople.18. A) By encouraging the to be more self-reliant.B) By showing them proper care and respect.C) By offering them more financial assistance.D) By providing them with free medical service.19. A) Financial aid from the American government.B) Modern technology.C) Professional support.D) Help from the National Federation of the Blind.20. A) Ask American professors to write recommendations on their behalf.B) Obtain American citizenship before they reach the age of 30.C) Turn to special institutions in their own country for assistance.D) Apply to the national federation of the Blind for scholarships.Part II Reading Comprehension (35 minutes) Directions: There are 4 passages in this part. Each passage is followed by some questions or unfinished statements. For each of themthere are four choices marked A) B) C) and D).You shoulddecide on the best choice and mark the corresponding letteron Answer Sheet with a single line through the centre.Passage OneQuestions 21 to 25 are based on the following passage.Each summer, no matter how pressing my work schedule, I take off one day exclusively for my son. We call it dad-son day. This year our third stop was the amusement park, where be discovered that he was tall enough to ride one of the fastest roller coasters (过山车) in the world. We blasted through face-stretching turns and loops for ninety seconds. Then, as we stepped off the ride, be shrugged and, in a distressingly calm voice, remarked that it was not as exciting as other rides he‟d been on. As I listened, I began to sense something seriously out of balance.Throughout the season, I noticed similar events all around me. Parents seemed hard pressed to find new thrills for indifferent kids. Surrounded byever-greater stimulation, their young faces were looking disappointed and bored.Facing their children‟s complaints of “nothing to do“, parents were shelling out large numbers of dollars for various forms of entertainment. In many cases the money seemed to do little more than buy transient relief from the terrible moans of their bored children. This set me pondering the obvious question:“ How can it be so hard for kids to find something to do when there‟s never been such a range of stimulating entertainment available to them?”What really worries me is the intensity of the stimulation. I watch my little daughter‟s face as she absorbs the powerful onslaught(冲击) of arousing visuals and bloody special effects in movies.Why do children immersed in this much excitement seem starved for more? That was, I realized, the point. I discovered during my own reckless adolescence that what creates excitement is not going fast, but going faster. Thrills have less to do with speed than changes in speed.I‟m concerned about the cumulative effect of years at these levels of feverish activity. It is no mystery to me why many teenagers appear apathetic (麻木的) and burned out, with a “been there, done that”air of indifference toward much of life. As increasing numbers of friends‟ children are prescribed medications-stimulants to deal with inattentiveness at schoolor anti-depressants to help with the loss of interest and joy in their lives-I question the role of kids‟ boredom in some of the diagnoses.My own work is focused on the chemical imbalances and biological factors related to behavioral and emotional disorders. These are complex problems. Yet I‟ve been reflecting more and more on how the pace of life and the intensity of stimulation may be contributing to the rising rates of psychiatric problems among children and adolescents in our society.21. The author tell surprised in the amusement park at fact that ________.A) his son was not as thrilled by the roller coasters ride as expectedB) his son blasted through the turns and loops with his face stretchedC) his son appeared distressed but calm while riding the roller coastersD) his son could keep his balance so well on the fast moving rollercoasters22. According to the author, children are bored ________.A) unless their parents can find new thrills for themB) when they don‟t have any access to stimulating fun gamesC) when they are left alone at weekends by their working parentsD) even if they are exposed to more and more kinds of entertainment23. From his own experience, the author came to the conclusion thatchildren seem to expect ________.A) a much wider variety of sports facilitiesB) activities that require sophisticated skillsC) ever-changing thrilling forms of recreationD) physical exercises that are more challenging24. In Para 6 the author expresses his doubt about the effectiveness oftrying to change children‟s indifference toward much of life by ________.A) diverting their interest from electronic visual gamesB) prescribing medications for their temporary reliefC) creating more stimulating activities for themD) spending more money on their entertainment25. In order to alleviate children‟s boredom, the author would probablysuggest ________.A) adjusting the pace of life and intensity of stimulationB) promoting the practice of dad-son daysC) consulting a specialist in child psychologyD) balancing school work with extracurricular activitiesPassage TwoQuestions 26 to 30 are based on the following passage.It used to be that people were proud to work for the same company for the whole of their working lives. They‟d get a gold watch at the end of their productive years and a dinner featuring speeches by their bosses praising their loyalty. But today‟s rich capitalists have regressed(倒退) to the “survival of the fittest” ideas and their loyalty extends not to their workers or even to their stockholders but only to themselves. Instead of giving out gold watches worth a hundred or so dollars for forty or so years of word, they grab tens and even hundreds of millions of dollars as they sell for their own profit the company they may have been with for only a few years.The new rich selfishly act on their own to unfairly grab the wealth that the country as a whole has produced. The top 1 percent of the population now has wealth equal to the whole bottom 95 percent and they want more. Their selfishness is most shamelessly expressed in downsizing and outsourcing(将产品包给分公司做) because these business maneuvers don‟t act to created new jobs as the founder of new industries used to do, but only out jobs while keeping the money value of what those jobs produced for themselves.To keep the money machine working smoothly the rich have bought all the politicians from the top down. The president himself is constantly leaving Washington and the business at the nation because he is summoned to “fundraising dinners” where fat cats pay a thousand or so dollars a plateto worm their way into government not through service but through donations of vast amounts of money. Once on the inside they have both political parties busily tearing up all the regulations that protect the rest of us from the greed of the rich.The middle class used to be loyal to the free enterprise system. In the past, the people of the middle class mostly thought they‟d be rich themselves someday or have a good shot at becoming rich. But nowadays income is being distributed more and more unevenly and corporate loyalty is a thing of the past. The middle class may also wake up to forget its loyalty to the so-called free enterprise system altogether and the government which governs only the rest of us while letting the corporations do what they please with our jobs. As things stand, if somebody doesn‟t wake up, the middle class is on a path to being downsized all the way to the bottom of society. 26. It can be inferred from the first paragraph that people used to place ahigh value on ________.A) job securityB) bosses‟ praiseC) corporate loyaltyD) retirement benefits27. The author is strongly critical of today‟s rich capitalists for ________.A) not giving necessary assistance to laid-off workersB) maximizing their profits at the expense of workersC) not setting up long-term goals for their companiesD) rewarding only those who are considered the fittest28. The immediate consequence of the new capitalists‟practice is________.A) loss of corporate reputationB) lower pay for the employeesC) a higher rate of unemploymentD) a decline in business transactions29. The rich try to sway the policy of the government by ________.A) occupying important positions in both political partiesB) making monetary contributions to decision-makersC) pleasing the public with generous donationsD) constantly hosting fundraising dinners30. What is the author‟s purpose in writing this passage?A) to call on the middle class to remain loyal to the free enterprisesystemB) to warn the government of the shrinking of the American middleclassC) to persuade the government to change its current economic policiesD) to urge the middle class to wake up and protect their own interestsPassage ThreeQuestions 31 to 35 are based on the following passage.Intel chairman Andy Grove has decided to cut the Gordian knot of controversy surrounding stem cell research by simply writing a check.The check, which he pledged last week, could be for as much as 55 million, depending on how many donors make gifts of between 550,000 and 5,500,000, which he has promised to match. It will be made out to the University of California-San Francisco (UCSF).Thanks in part to such private donations, university research into uses for human stem cells—the cells at the earliest stages of development that can form any body part—will continue in California. With private financial support, the state will be less likely to lose talented scientists who would be tempted to leave the field or even leave the country as research dependent on federal money slows to glacial (极其缓慢的) pace.Hindered by limits President Bush placed on stem cell research a year age, scientists are turning to laboratories that can carry out work without using federal money. This is awkward for universities, which must spendextra money building separate labs and keeping rigor cots records proving no federal funds were involved. Grove‟s donation, a first step toward a $20 million target at UCSF, will ease the burden.The president‟s decision a year ago to allow research on already existing stem cell lines was portrayed as a reasonable compromise between scientists‟needs for cells to work with, and concerns that this kind of research could lead to wholesale creation and destruction of human embryos (胚胎), cloned infants and a general contempt for human life.But Bush‟s effort to please both sides ended up pleasing neither. And it certainly didn‟t provide the basis for cutting edge research. Of the 78 existing stem cell lines which Bush said are all that science would ever need, only one is in this country (at the University of Wisconsin) and only five are ready for distribution to researchers. All were grown in conjunction with mouse cells, making future therapeutic (治疗的) uses unlikely.The Bush administration seems bent on satisfying the small but vocal group of Americans who oppose stem cell research under any conditions. Fortunately, Grove and others are more interested in advancing scientific research that could benefit the large number of Americans who suffer from Parkinson‟s disease, nerve injuries, heart diseases and many other problems.31. When Andy Grove decided to cut the Gordian knot, he meat to________.A) put an end to stem cell researchB) end Intel‟s relations with GordianC) settle the dispute on stem cell research quicklyD) expel Gordian from stem cell research for good32. For UCSF to carry on stem cell research, new funds have to come from________.A) interested businesses and individualsB) the United States federal governmentC) a foundation set up by the Intel CompanyD) executives of leading American companies33. As a result of the limit Bust placed on stem cell research. Americanuniversities will ________.A) conduct the research in laboratories overseasB) abandon the research altogether in the near futureC) have to carry out the research secretlyD) have to raise money to build separate labs34. We may infer from the passage that future therapeutic uses of stemcells will be unlikely unless ________.A) human stem cells are used in the researchB) a lot more private donations can be securedC) more federal money is used for the researchD) talented scientists are involved in the research35. The reason lying behind President Bush‟s placing limits on stem cellresearch is that ________.A) his administration is financially pinchedB) he did not want to offend its opponentsC) it amounts to a contempt for human lifeD) it did not promise any therapeutic valuePassage FourQuestions 36 to 40 are based on the following passage.This looks like the year that hard-pressed tenants in California will relief-not just in the marketplace, where tents have eased, but from the state capital Sacramento.Two significant tenant reforms stand a good chance of passage. One bill, which will give more time to tenants being evicted (逐出), will soon be heading to the governor‟s desk. The other, protecting security deposits, faces a vote in the Senate on Monday.For more than a century, landlords in California have been able to force tenants out with only 30 days‟ notice. That will now double under SB 1403,which got through the Assembly recently. The new protection will apply only to renters who have been in an apartment for at least a year.Even 60 days in a tight housing market won‟t be long enough for some families to find an apartment near where their kids go to school. But is will be an improvement in cities like San Jose, where renters rights groups charge that unscrupulous (不择手段的) landlords have kicked out tenants on short notice to put up tents.The California Landlords Association argued that landlords shouldn‟t have to wait 60 days to get rid of problem tenants. But the bill gained support when a Japanese real estate investor sent out 30-day eviction notices to 550 families renting homes in Sacramento and Santa Rosa. The landlords lobby eventually dropped its opposition and instead turned its forces against AB 2330, regarding security deposits.Sponsored by Assemblywoman Carole Migden of San Francisco, the bill would establish a procedure and a timetable for tenants to get back security deposits.Some landlords view security deposits as a free month‟s rent, theirs for the taking. In most cases, though, there are honest disputes over damages-what constitutes ordinary wear and tearAB 2330 would give a tenant the right to request a walk-through with the landlord and to make the repairs before moving out; reputable landlordsalready do this. It would increase the penalty for failing to return a deposit.The original bill would have required the landlord to pay interest on the deposit. The landlords lobby protested that it would involve too much paperwork over too little money-less than $10 a year on a $1,000 deposit, at current rates. On Wednesday, the sponsor dropped the interest section to increase the chance of passage.Even in its amended form, AB 2330 is, like SB 1403, vitally important for tenants and should be made state law.36. We learn from the passage that SB 1403 will benefit ________.A) long-term real estate investorsB) short-term tenants in SacramentoC) landlords in the State of CaliforniaD) tenants renting a house over a year37. A 60-day notice before eviction may not be early enough for rentersbecause ________.A) moving house is something difficult to arrangeB) appropriate housing may not be readily availableC) more time is needed for their kids‟ school registrationD) the furnishing of the new house often takes a long time38. Very often landlords don‟t return tenants‟ deposits on the pretext that________.A) their rent has not been paid in timeB) there has been ordinary wear and tearC) tenants have done damage to the houseD) the 30-day notice for moving out is over39. Why did the sponsor of the AB 2330 bill finally give in on the interestsection?A) To put an end to a lengthy argument.B) To urge landlords to lobby for its passage.C) To cut down the heavy paperwork for its easy passage.D) To make it easier for the State Assembly to pass the bill.40. It can be learned from the passage that ________.A) both bills are likely to be made state lawsB) neither bill will pass through the AssemblyC) AB 2330 stands a better chance of passageD) Sacramento and San Jose support SB 1403Part III Vocabulary (20 minutes)Directions: There are 30 incomplete sentences in this part. For eachsentence there are four choices marked A), B), C) or D).Choose the ONE answer that the best completes the sentence.Then mark the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet witha single line through the centre.41. Grey whales have long been ________ in the north Atlantic andhunting was an important cause for that.A) extinctB) extinguishedC) detainedD) deprived42. He was given major responsibility for operating the remote manipulatorto ________ the newly launched satellite.A) retreatB) retrieveC) embodyD) embrace43. Foreign students are facing unprecedented delays, as visa applicationsreceive closer ________ than ever.A) appraisalB) scanningC) retentionD) scrutiny44. If you are late for the appointment, you might ________ theinterviewer and lose your chance of being accepted.A) irrigateB) intrigueC) irritateD) intimidate45. Children‟s idea of a magic kingdom is often dancers in animal________ as they have often seen in Disneyland.A) cushionsB) costumesC) skeletonsD) ornaments46. Ever since the first nuclear power stations were built, doubts have________ about their safety.A) preservedB) survivedC) suspendedD) lingered47. This clearly shows that crops and weeds have quite a number of________ in common.A) traitsB) tracesC) tracksD) trails48. From science to Shakespeare, excellent television and video programsare available ________ to teacher.A) in stockB) in storeC) in operationD) in abundance49. When the Italian poet Dante was ________ from his home in Florence,he decided to walk from Italy to Paris to search for the real meaning of life.A) exertedB) expiredD) exempted50. Habits acquired in youth-notably smoking and drinking-may increasethe risk of ________ diseases in a person‟s later life.A) consecutiveB) chronicC) criticalD) cyclical51. F. W. Woolworth was the first businessman to erect a true skyscraper to________ himself, and in 1929, A1 Smith, a former governor of New York, sought to outreach him.A) portrayB) proclaimC) exaggerateD) commemorate52. To label their produce as organic, farmers have to obtain a certificateshowing that no ________ chemicals have been used to kill pests on the farm for two years.A) toxicC) nominalD) notorious53. Ancient Greek gymnastics training programs were considered to be an________ part of the children‟s education.A) intactB) integralC) inclusiveD) infinite54. Researchers have found that happiness doesn‟t appear to be anyone‟s;the capacity for joy is a talent you develop largely for yourself.A) disposalB) domainC) heritageD) hostage55. We want out children to have more than job skills; we want their livesto be ________ and their perspectives to be broadened.A) envisagedB) excelledC) exceededD) enriched56. Online schools, which ________ the needs of different people, haveemerged as an increasingly popular education alternative.A) stir upB) switch onC) cater toD) consent to57. This kind of songbird sleeps much less during its annual ________,butthat doesn‟t seem to affect its flying.A) migrationB) emigrationC) conveyanceD) transference58. The developing nations want rich countries to help shoulder the cost of________ forests.A) updatingB) upgradingC) conservingD) constructing59. In the study, researchers succeeded in determining how coffee________ different areas of the brain in 15 volunteers.A) integratedB) motivatedC) illuminatedD) activated60. They are trying to ________ the risk as much as they can by making amore thorough investigation of the market.A) minimizeB) harmonizeC) summarizeD) jeopardize61. The cycles of the sun and moon are simple, but forces which haveshaped human lives since the beginning.A) franticB) giganticC) sensationalD) maximum62. An effort was launched recently to create the first computer ________of the entire human brain.A) repetitionB) repressionC) saturationD) simulation63. In the face of the disaster, the world has united to aid millions of________ people trying to piece their lives back together.A) fragileB) primitiveC) vulnerableD) susceptible64. AIDS is a global problem that demands a unified, worldwide solution,which is not only the responsibility of nations in which AIDS is most ________.A) relevantB) prevalentC) vigorousD) rigorous65. After the earthquake, a world divided by ________ and religiousdisputes suddenly faced its common humanity in this shocking disaster.A) eligibleB) engagedC) proneD) prospective66. Psychologists suggest that children who are shy are more ________ todevelop depression and anxiety later in life.A) eligibleB) engagedC) proneD) prospective67. Initially, the scientists and engineers seemed ________ by the varietyof responses people can make to a poem.A) reinforcedB) embarrassedC) depressedD) bewildered68. Is it possible to stop drug ________ in the country within a very shorttime?A) adoptionB) addictionC) contemplationD) compulsion69. The parents of Lindsay, 13, an ________ tennis player who spendseight hours a day on the court, admit that a regular school is not an option for their daughter.A) exoticB) equivalentC) eliteD) esthetic70. Our research confirmed the ________ that when children have manydifferent caregivers important aspects of their development are liable to be overlooked.A) hypothesisB) hierarchyC) synthesisD) syndromePart IV Error Correction (15 minutes)Directions: This part consists of a short passage. In this passage, there are altogether 10 mistakes, one in each numbered line. You mayhave to change a word, add a word or delete a word. Mark outthe mistakes and put the corrections in the blanks provided. Ifyou change a word, cross it out and write the correct word inthe corresponding blank. If you add a word, put an insertionmake (^) in the right place and write the missing world in theblank. If you delete a word, cross it out and put a slash (/) inthe blank.注意：题目印刷在答题卡上，请用黑色字迹签字笔在答题卡上作答。

2006大学英语四级CET4真题及答案(新四级)2006大学英语四级CET4真题及答案(新四级)2006大学英语四级CET4真题及答案(新四级)partⅰlistening comprehension (20 minutes)section adirections: in this section, you will hear 10 short conversations. at the end of each conversation, a question will be asked about what war said. both the conversation and the question will be spoken only once: after each question there will be a pause. during the pause, you maxi read the four choices marked a), b), c) and d), and decide which is, the best answer. then mark the corresponding letter on the answer sheet with a single line through the center.example: you will hear:you will read:a) at the office. b) in the waiting room. c) at the airport. d) in a restaurantfrom the conversation we know that the two were talking about some work they had to finish in the evening. thisconversation is most likely to have taken place at the office. therefore, a) "at the office" is the best answer. you should choose [a] on the answer sheet and mark it with a single line through the centre.sample answer [a] [b] [c] id]1. a) they went a long way to attend the party.b) they didn't think much of the food and drinks.c) they knew none of the other guests at the party.d) they enjoyed the party better than the other guests.2. a) to the bookstore. c) to the market.b) to the dentist's. d) to the post office.3. a) dr. andrews has been promoted for his thoroughness.b) she disagrees with dr. andrews on many occasions.c) dr. andrews used to keep his patients waiting.d) she dislikes dr. andrews as much as the new physician.4. a) tom is usually talkative. c) tom has dozens of things to attend to.b) tom has a very bad temper. d) tom is disliked by his colleagues.5. a) to pickup the woman from the library.b) to make a copy of the schedule for his friend.c) to find out more about the topic for the seminar.d) to get the seminar schedule for the woman.6. a) the woman has to get the textbooks in other ways.b) the woman has sold her used textbooks to the bookstore.c) the man is going to buy his textbooks from a bookstore.d) the man doesn't want to sell his textbooks to the woman.7. a) attend a conference.b) give a speech.c) meet his lawyer.d) make a business trip.8 a) jessie always says what she thinks.b) jessie seems to have a lot on her mind.c) jessie is wrong to find fault with her boss.d) jessie should know the marketing director better. t9. a) heien is talkative.b) helen is active.c) helen is sociable.d) helen is quiet.10. a) jimmy will regret marrying a frenchwoman.b) jimmy is not serious in making decisions.c) jimmy is rich enough to buy a big house.d) jimmy's words are often not reliable.section bdirections: in this section, you will hear 3 short passages. at the end of each passage, you will hear some questions. both the passage and the questions will be spoken only once. after you hear a question, you must choose the best answer from the four choices marked a), b), c) and d). then mark the corresponding letter on the answer sheet with a single line through the centre.passage onequestions 11 to 13 are based on the passage you have just heard.11. a) it can be used by farmers to protect large buildings.b) it was brought to the northern usa by asian farmers.c) it has done more harm than good in the southern usa.d) it was introduced into the usa to kill harmful weeds.12. a) people will have to rely on kudzu for a living.b) they will soon be overgrown with kudzu.c) they will become too hard to plough.d) people will find it hard to protect the soil.13. a) the farmers there have brought it under control.b) the factories there have found a good use for it.c) the climate there is unfavorable to its growth.d) the soil there is not so suitable for the plant.passage twoquestions 14 to 17 are based on the passage you have just heard.14. a) a business corporation.b) the universe as a whole.c) a society of legal professionals.[page]d) an association of teachers and scholars.15. a) its largest expansion took place during that period.b) its role in society went through a dramatic change.c) small universities combined to form bigger ones.d) provincial colleges were taken over by larger universities.16. a) private donations.b) government funding.c) grants from corporations.d) fees paid by students.passage threequestions 18 to 20 are based on the passage you have just heard.17. a) he was wounded in the spanish civil war.b) he was interested in the study of wild animals.c) he started the organization heifer international.d) he sold his cows to many countries in the world.18. a) to help starving families to become self-supporting.b) to make plans for the development of poor communities.c) to teach people how to use new skills to raise animals.d) to distribute food to the poor around the world.19. a) they should help other families the way they have been helped.b) they should offer all baby animals to their poor neighbors.c) they should submit a report of their needs and goals.d) they should provide food for the local communities.20. a) it has improved animal breeding skills all over the world.b) it has helped relieve hunger in some developing countries.c) it has promoted international exchange of farming technology.d) it has bridged the gap between the rich and the poor in america.partⅱreading comprehension (35 minutes)directions: there are 4 passages in this part, each passage is followed by some questions at unfinished statements. for each of them there are four choices marked a) , b) , c) and d). you should decide on the best choice and mark the corresponding letter on the answer sheet with a single line through the center.questions 21 to 25 are based on the following passage:interest in pursuing international careers has soared in recent years. enhanced by chronic (长久的) personnel shortages that are causing companies to search beyond their home borders for talent.professionals seek career experience outside of their home countries for a variety of reasons. they may feel the need to recharge their batteries with a new challenge. they may want a position with more responsibility that encourages creativity and initiative. or they may wish to expose their children to another culture, and the opportunity to learn asecond language.when applying for a job, one usually has to submit a resume or curriculum vitae (cv). the two terms generally mean the same thing: a one- or two-page document describing one's educational qualifications and professional experience. however, guidelines for preparing a r6sum6 are constantly changing. the best advice is to find out what is appropriate regarding the corporate (公司) culture, the country culture, and the culture of the person making the hiring decision. the challenge will be to embrace two or more cultures in one document. the following list is a good place to start."educational requirements differ from country to country. in almost every case of 'cross- border' job hunting, just stating the title of your degree will not bean adequate description. provide the reader with details about your studies and any related experience. " daohangtigongpay attention to the resume format you use-chronological or reverse-chronological order. chronological order means listing your 'oldest' work experience first. reverse-chronological order means listing your current or most recent experience first. most countries have preferences about which format is most acceptable. ifyou find no specific guidelines. the general preference is for the reverse-chronological format. "if you are submitting your resume in english, find out if the recipient （收件人) uses british english or american english because there are variations between the two versions. for example, university education is often referred to as 'tertiary education' in the united kingdom, but this term is almost never used in the united states. a reader who is unfamiliar with these variations may assume that your resume contains errors.[page]21. companies are hiring more foreign employees becausea) they find foreign employees are usually more talentedb) they need original ideas from employees hired overseasc) they want to expand their business beyond home bordersd) they have difficulty finding qualified personnel at home22. the author believes that an individual who applies to work overseasa) is usually creative and full of initiativeb) aims to improve his foreign language skillsc) is dissatisfied with his own life at homed) seeks either his own or his children's development23. when it comes to resume writing, it is best toa) take cultural factors into considerationb) learn about the company's hiring processc) follow appropriate guidelines for job huntingd) know the employer's personal likes and dislikes24. when writing about qualifications, applicants are advised toa) stress their academic potential to impress the decision makerb) give the title of the university degree they have earned at homec) provide a detailed description of their study and work experiencesd) highlight their keen interest in pursuing a 'cross-border' career25. according to the author's last piece of advice, the applicants should be aware ofa) the different educational systems in the us and the ukb) the differences between the varieties of englishc) the recipient's preference with regard to the formatd) the distinctive features of american and british culturesquestions 26 to 30 are based on the following passage:educating girls quite possibly yields a higher rate of return than any other investment available in the developing world. women's education may be unusual territory for economists, but enhancing women's contribution to development is actually as much an economic as a social issue. and economics, with its emphasis on incentives (激励), provides guideposts that point to an explanation for why so many girls are deprived of an education.parents in low-income countries fail to invest in their daughters because they do not expect them to make an economic contribution to the family: girls grow up only to marry into somebody else's family and bear children. girls are thus seen as less valuable than boys and art kept at home to do housework while their brothers are sent to school - the prophecy （预言) becomes self- fulfilling, trapping women in a vicious circle (恶性循环) of neglect.an educated mother, on the other hand, has greater earning abilities outside the home and faces an entirely different set of choices. she is likely to have fewer but healthierchildren and can insist on the development of all her children, ensuring that her daughters are given a fair chance. the education of her daughters then makes it much more likely that the next generation of girls, as well as of boys, will be educated and healthy. the vicious circle is thus transformed into a virtuous circle.few will dispute that educating women has great social benefits. but it has enormous economic advantages as well. most obviously, there is the direct effect of education on the wages of female workers. wages rise by 10 to 20 per cent for each additional year of schooling. such big returns are impressive by the standard of other available investments, but they are just the beginning. educating women also has a significant impact on health practices, including family planning.26. the author argues that educating girls in developing countries isa) troublesomeb) labor-savingc) rewardingd) expensive27. by saying "... the prophecy becomes self-fulfilling ..."(lines 45. para. 2). the author means thata) girls will turn out to be less valuable than boysb) girls will be capable of realizing their own dreamsc) girls will eventually find their goals in life beyond reachd) girls will be increasingly discontented with their life at home28. the author believes that a vicious circle can turn into a virtuous circle when[page]a) women care more about educationb) girls can gain equal access to educationc) a family has fewer but healthier childrend) parents can afford their daughters' education29. what does the author say about women's education?a) it deserves greater attention than other social issues.b) it is now given top priority in many developing countries.c) it will yield greater returns than other known investments.d) it has aroused the interest of a growing number of economists.30. 7be passage mainly discussesa) unequal treatment of boys and girls in developingcountriesb) the potential earning power of well-educated womenc) the major contributions of educated women to societyd) the economic and social benefits of educating womenpassage threequestions 31 to 35 are based on the following passage:speeding off in a stolen car, the thief thinks he has got a great catch. but he is in for an unwelcome surprise. the car is fitted with a remote immobiliser (锁止器), and a radio signal from a control centre miles away will ensure that once the thief switches the engine off, he will not be able to start it again.the idea goes like this. a control box fitted to the car contains a mini-cellphone, a micro- processor and memory, and a gps (全球定位系统) satellite positioning receiver. ff the car is stolen, a coded cellphone signal will tell the control centre to block the vehicle's engine management system and prevent the engine being restarted. daoahngtigongin the uk, a set of technical fixes is already making life harder for car thieves. 'the pattern of vehicle crime has changed,' says martyn randall, a security expert. he says it would only take him a few minutes to teach a person how to steal a car, using a bare minimum of tools. but only if the car ismore than 10 years old.modern cars are far tougher to steal, as their engine management computer won't allow them to start unless they receive a unique id code beamed out by the ignition (点火) key. in the uk, technologies like this have helped achieve a 31% drop in vehicle-related crime since 1997.but determined criminals are still managing to find other ways to steal cars, often by getting bold of the owner's keys. and key theft is responsible for 40% of the thefts of vehicles fitted with a tracking system.if the car travels 100 metres without the driver confirming their id, the system will send a signal to an operations centre that it has been stolen. the hundred metres minimum avoids false alarms due to inaccuracies in the gps signal.staff at the centre will then contact the owner to confirm that the car really is missing, and keep police informed of the vehicle's movements via the car's gps unit.31. what's the function of the remote immobilizer fitted to a car?a) to help the police make a surprise attack on the car thief.b) to allow the car to lock automatically when stolen.c) to prevent the car thief from restarting it once it stops.d) to prevent car theft by sending a radio signal to the car owner.32. by saying 'the pattern of vehicle crime has changed' (lines 1-2. para. 3). martyn randall suggests thata) it takes a longer time for the car thief to do the stealingb) self-prepared tools are no longer enough for car theftc) the thief has to make use of computer technologyd) the thief has lost interest in stealing cars over 10 years old33. what is essential in making a modem car tougher to steal?a) a coded ignition key. c) a special cellphone signal.b) a unique id card. d) a gps satellite positioning receiver.34. why does the tracking system set a 100-metre minimum before sending an alarm to the operations centre?a) to leave time for the operations centre to give an alarm.b) to keep police informed of the car's movements.c) to give the driver time to contact the operations centre.d) to allow for possible errors in the gps system.35. what will the operations centre do first after receiving an alarm?[page]a) start the tracking system.b) contact the car owner.c) block the car engine.d) locate the missing car.passage fourquestions 36 to 40 are based on the following passage:psychiatrists 精神病专家) who work with older parents say that maturity can be an asset in child rearing - older parents are more thoughtful, use less physical discipline and spend more time with their children. but raising kids takes money and energy. many older parents find themselves balancing their limited financial resources, declining energy and failing health against the growing demands of an active child. dying and leaving young children is probably the older parents' biggest, and often unspoken, fear. having late-life children, says an economics professor. often means parents, particularly fathers, "end up retiring much later." for many, retirement becomes an unobtainable dream.henry metcalf. a 54-year-old journalist, knows it takesmoney to raise kids. but he's also worried that his energy will give out first. sure, he can still ride bikes with his athletic fifth grader, but he's learned that young at heart doesn't mean young. lately he's been taking afternoon naps (午睡) daohang to keep up his energy. "my body is aging," says metcalf. "you can't get away from that."often, older parents hear the ticking of another kind of biological clock. therapists who work with middle-aged and older parents say fears about aging are nothing to laugh at. "they worry they'll be mistaken for grandparents, or that they'll need help getting up out of those little chairs in nursery school," says joann galst, a new york psychologist. but at the core of those little fears there is often a much bigger one: "that they won't be alive long enough to support and protect their child," she says.many late-life parents, though, say their children came at just the right time. after marrying late and undergoing years of fertilily (受孕) treatment, marilyn nolen and her husband. randy, had twins. "we both wanted children," says marilyn, who was 55 when she gave birth. the twins have given the couple what they desired for years, "a sense of family." kids of older dads are often smarter, happier and more sociable because theirfathers are more involved in their lives. 'the dads are older, more mature," says dr. silber, "and more ready to focus on parenting."36. why do psychiatrists regard maturity as an asset in child rearing?a) older parents are often better prepared financially.b) older parents can take better care of their children.c) older parents are usually more experienced in bringing up their children.d) older parents can better balance their resources against children's demands.37. what does the author mean by saying "for many, retirement becomes an unobtainable dream" (lines 7-8, para.1)?a) they are reluctant to retire when they reach their retirement age.b) they can't obtain the retirement benefits they have dreamed of.c) they can't get full pension unless they work some extra years.d) they have to go on working beyond their retirement age.38. the author gives the example of henry metcalf to show thata) older parents should exercise more to keep up with their athletic childrenb) many people are young in spirit despite their advanced agec) older parents tend to be concerned about their aging bodiesd) taking afternoon naps is a good way to maintain energy39. what's the biggest fear of older parents according to new york psychologist joan galst?a) approaching of death. c) being laughed at by other people.b) slowing down of their pace of life. d) being mistaken for grandparents.40. what do we learn about marilyn and randy nolen?a) they thought they were an example of successful fertility treatment.b) not until they reached middle age did they think of having children.c) not until they had the twins did they feel they hadformed a family.d) they believed that children born of older parents would be smarter.[page]part iii vocabulary (20 minutes)directions: there are 30 incomplete sentences it: this part. for each sentence there are four choices marked a), b), c) and d). choose cite one answer that best completes the sentence. then mark the corresponding letter on the answer sheet with a single line through the center.4l. people's expectations about the future may have more influence on their sense of well-being than their state does.a) currentb) initialc) modernd) primitive42. after working all day, he was so tired that he was in no to go to the party with us.a) tasteb) moodc) sensed) emotion43. there is already clear to show that plants and animalsare being affected by climate change.a) witnessb) certificationc) identityd) evidence44. many women still feel that they are being by a male culture, particularly in the professional services sector.a) held backb) held forthc) held ond) held out45. the findings paint a unique picture of the shopping habits of customers, plus their motivation anda) privilegesb) possibilitiesc) possessionsd) preferences46. it's good to know that quite a few popular english expressions actually from the bible.a) acquireb) obtainc) derived) result47. tom, did it ever to you that you would be punished for cheating on exams?a) happenb) occurc) reflectd) strike48. in the us, 88 percent of smokers had started before they were 18, despite the fact that it is to sellcigarettes to anyone under that age.a) liableb) liberalc) irrationald) illegal49. according to the key witnesses, a peculiarly big nose is the criminal's most memorable faciala) featureb) hintc) spotd) signature50. brarll's constitution the military use of nuclear energy.a) withdrawsb) forbidsc) interruptsd) objects51. some people argue that the death does not necessarily reduce the number of murders.a) plotb) practicec) penaltyd) pattern52. many personnel managers say it is getting harder and harder to honest applicants from the growing number of dishonest ones.a) distinguishb) disguisec) dissolved) discount53. a study shows that students living in non-smoking dorms are less likely to the habit of smoking.a) make upb) turn upc) draw upd) pickup54. almost all job applicants are determined to leave a good on a potential employer.a) illusionb) reputationc) impressiond) reflection55. a special feature of education at mit is the opportunity for students and faculty to togetherin research activities.a) specializeb) participatec) consistd) involve56. although they lost their jobs, savings and unemployment benefits allow the couple totheir comfortable home.a) come in forb) catch up withc) look forward tod) hold on to57. although many experts agree that more children are overweight, there is debate over the best ways tothe problem.a) relateb) tacklec) filed) attach58. an important factor in determining how well you perform in an examination is the of your mind.a) stateb) casec) situationd) circumstance59. research shows that there is no relationship between how much a person earns and whether he feels good about life.a) successiveb) subsequentc)significantd) sincere60. sadly, as spending on private gardens has , spending on public parks has generally declined.a) heightenedb) liftedc) flownd) soared61. lung cancer, like some other cancers, often doesn't produce until it is too late and has spread beyond the chest to the brain, liver or bones.a) trailsb) therapiesc) symptomsd) symbols62. with the increasing unemployment rate, workers who are 50 to 60 years old are usually the first to bea) laid offb) laid asidec) laid outd) laid up63. the physical differences between men and women can be directly to our basic n as hunters and child-bearers.a) pursuedb) tracedc) switchedd) followed64. it is clear that the dog has a much greater of its brain devoted to smell than is the case with humans.a) composition [page]b) compoundc) percentd) proportion65. american college students are increasingly with credit card debt and the consequences can be rather serious.a) boostedb) burdenedc) dischargedd) dominated66. numerous studies already link the first meal of the day to better classrooma) performanceb) functionc) behaviord) display67. the most successful post-career athletes are those who can take the identity and fife skills the learned in sports and them to another area of life.a) utilizeb) employc) applyd) exert68. the technological advances made it possible for the middle classes to enjoy what had once been only to the very rich.a) manageableb) measurablec) acceptabled) affordable69. being out of work, lane can no longer friends to dinners and movies as she used to.a) urgeb) treatc) appeald) compel70. by the superstars on television, the young athletes trained hard and played intensely.a) imitatedb) imposedc) insuredd) inspiredpart iv cloze (15 minutes)directions: there are 20 blanks in the following passage. for each blank there are jour choices marked a). b). c) and d) on the right side of the paper. you should choose the one that best fits into the passage. then mark the corresponding letter on the answer sheet with a single line through the centre.the part of the environmental movement that draws my firm's attention is the design of cities. buildings and products. when we designed america's first so-called "green" office building in new york two decades 7l_, we felt very alone. but today, thousands of people come to green building conferences, and the 72 that buildings can be good for people and the environment will be increasingly influential in years to 73 .back in 1984 we discovered that most manufactured products for decoration weren't designed for 74 use. the "energy-efficient" sealed commercial buildings constructed after the 1970s energy crisis 75 indoor air quality problems caused by materials such as paint, wall covering and carpet. so far 20 years. we've been focusing on these materials 76 to the molecules, looking for ways to make them 77 for people and the planet.home builders can now use materials-such as paints that release significantly _78_ amounts of organic compounds -that don't 79 the quality of the air, water, or soil. ultimately. 80_, our basic design strategy is focused not simply on being "less bad" but on creating 81 healthful materials that can be either safely returned to the soil _82_ reused by industry again and again. as a matter of _83, the world's largest carpet manufacturer has already _ 84_"_ a carpet that is fully and safely recyclable (可循环用的).look at it this way: no one __85 out to create a building that destroys the planet. but our current industrial systems are } 86 causing these conditions, whether we like it or not. so 87_ of simply trying to reduce the damage, we are _88_ a positive approach. we're giving people high-quality, healthful products and an opportunity to make choices that have a 89 effect on the world. it's not just the building industry, either. 90_ cities are taking these environmentally positive approaches to design, planning and building. portland, seattle and boston have said they want to be green cities. chicago wants to be the greenest city in the world.71. a) ago b) off c) before d) away72. a) practice b) outlook c) idea d) scheme。

2006年12月大学英语四级考试听力真题及答案Part III Listing Comprehension (35 minutes)Section ADirections: In this section, you will hear 8 short conversations and 2 long conversations. At the end of each conversation, one or morequestions will be asked about what was said. Both theconversation and the questions will be spoken only once. Aftereach question there will be a pause. During the pause, you mustread the four choices marked A), B), C) and D), and decide whichis the best answer, then mark the corresponding letter on AnswerSheet 2 with a single line though the centre.注意：此部分答题在答题卡2上作答。

11. A) Plan his budget carefully.B) Give her more information.C) Ask someone else for advice.D) Buy a gift for his girlfriend.12. A) She’ll have some chocolate cake.B) She’ll take a look at the menu.C) She’ll go without dessert.D) She’ll prepare the dinner.13. A) The man can speak a foreign language.B) The woman hopes to improve her English.C) The woman knows many different languages.D) The man wishes to visit many more countries.14. A) Go to the library.B) Meet the woman.C) See Professor Smith.D) Have a drink in the bar.15. A) She isn’t sure when Professor Bloom will be back.B) The man shouldn’t be late for his class.C) The man can come back sometime later.D) She can pass on the message for the man.16. A) He has a strange personality.B) He’s got emotional problems.C) His illness is beyond cure.D) His behavior is hard to explain.17. A) The tickets are more expensive than expected.B) The tickets are sold in advance at half price.C) It’s difficult to buy the tickets on the spot.D) It’s better to buy the tickets beforehand.18. A) He turned suddenly and ran into a tree.B) He was hit by a fallen box from a truck.C) He drove too fast and crashed into a truck.D) He was trying to overtake the truck ahead of him.Questions 19 to 21 are based on the conversation you have just heard.19. A) To go boating on the St. Lawrence River.B) To go sightseeing in Quebec Province.C) To call on a friend in Quebec City.D) To attend a wedding in Montreal.20. A) Study the map of Quebec Province.B) Find more about Quebec Province.C) Brush up on her French.D) Learn more about the local customs.21. A) It’s most beautiful in summer.B) It has many historical buildings.C) It was greatly expanded in the 18th century.D) It’s the only French-speaking city in Canada.Questions 22 to 25 are based on the conversation you have just heard.22. A) It was about a little animal.B) It took her six years to write.C) It was adapted from a fairy tale.D) It was about a little girl and her pet.23. A) She knows how to write best-selling novels.B) She can earn a lot of money by writing for adults.C) She is able to win enough support from publishers.D) She can make a living by doing what she likes.24. A) The characters.B) The readers.C) Her ideas.D) Her life experiences.25. A) She doesn’t really know where they originated.B) She mainly drew on stories of ancient saints.C) They popped out of her childhood dreams.D) They grew out of her long hours of thinking.Section BDirections: In this section, you will hear 3 short passages. At the end of each passage, you will hear some questions. Both the passage andthe questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a question,you must choose the best answer from the four choices marked A),B), C) and D). Then mark the corresponding letter on the AnswerSheet 2 with a single line through the centre.Passage One26. A) Monitor students’ sleep patterns.B) Help students concentrate in class.C) Record students’ weekly performance.D) Ask students to complete a sleep report.27. A) Declining health.B) Lack of attention.C) Loss of motivation.D) Improper behavior.28. A) They should make sure their children are always punctual for school.B) They should ensure their children grow up in a healthy environment.C) They should help their children accomplish high-quality work.D) They should see to it that their children have adequate sleep. Passage TwoQuestions 29 to 32 are based on the passage you have just heard.29. A) She stopped being a homemaker.B) She became a famous educator.C) She became a public figure.D) She quit driving altogether.30. A) A motorist’s speeding.B) Her running a stop sign.C) Her lack of driving experience.D) A motorist’s failure to concentrate.31. A) Nervous and unsure of herself.B) Calm and confident of herself.C) Courageous and forceful.D) Distracted and reluctant.32. A) More strict training of women drivers.B) Restrictions on cell phone use while driving.C) Improved traffic conditions in cities.D) New regulations to ensure children’s safety.Passage ThreeQuestions 33 to 35 are based on the passage you have just heard.33. A) They haven’t devoted as much energy to medicine as to space travel.B) Three are too many kinds of cold viruses for them to identify.C) It is not economical to find a cure for each type of cold.D) They believe people can recover without treatment.34. A) They reveal the seriousness of the problem.B) They indicate how fast the virus spreads.C) They tell us what kind of medicine to take.D) They show our body is fighting the virus.35. A) It actually does more harm than good.B) It causes damage to some organs of our body.C) It works better when combined with other remedies.D) It helps us to recover much sooner.Section CDirections: In this section, you will hear a passage three times. When the passage is read for the first time, you should listen carefully for itsgeneral idea. When the passage is read for the second time, youare required to fill in the blanks numbered from 36 to 43 with theexact words you have just heard. For blanks numbered from 44 to46 you are required to fill in the missing information. For theseblanks, you can either use the exact words you have just heard orwrite down the main points in your own words. Finally, when thepassage is read for the third time, you should check what you havewritten.注意：此部分试题在答题卡2上；请在答题卡2上作答。

06年12月新四级英语真题仔细阅读Part IV Reading prehension (Reading in Depth ) ( 25 minutes)Section ADirection : In this section, there is a passage with ten blanks. You are required to select one word for each blank from a list of choices given in a word bank following the passage. Read the passage through carefully before making your choices. Each choice in bank is identified by a letter. Please mark the corresponding letter for each item on Answer Sheet 2 with a single line through the center. You may not use any of the words in the bank more than once.Questions 47 to 56 are based on the following passage.The flood of women into the job market boosted economic growth and changed U.S. society in many ways. Many in-home jobs that used to be done 47 by women----ranging from family shopping to preparing meals to doing 48 work---still need to be done by someone .Husbands and children now do some of these jobs, a 49 that has changed the target market for many products. Or a working woman may face a crushing poverty of time and look for help elsewhere, creating opportunities for producers of frozen meals, child care centers, dry cleaners, financial services, and the like.Although there is still a big wage 50 between men and women, the ine working women 51 gives them new independence and buying power. For example, women now 52 about half of all cars. Not long ago, many cars dealers1 53 women shoppers by ignoring them or suggesting that they e back with their husbands. Now car panies have realized that women are 54 customers. Itrsquo;s interesting that some leading Japanese car dealers were the first to 55 pay attention to women customers. In Japan, fewer women have jobs or buy cars --- the Japanese society is still very much male-oriented. Perhaps it was the 56 contrast with Japanese society that prompted American firms to pay more attention to women buyers.A）scaleB）retailedC）generateD）extremeE）technicallyF）affordable2G）situationH）reallyI）potentialJ）gapK）voluntaryL）excessiveM）insultedN）purchaseO）primarily47.答案：(O)48.答案：(K)49.答案：(G)50.答案：(J)51.答案：(C)52.答案：(N)53.答案：(M)54.答案：(I)55.答案：(H)56.答案：(D)Section BDirections: There are 2 passages in this section. Each passage is followed by some questions or unfinished statements. For each of thereare four choices marked A), B), C) and D).You should decide on the best choice and mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 2 with a single line through the centre.Passage OneQuestion 57 to 61 are based on the following passage.Reading new peaks of popularity in North America is Iceberg3 Water which is harvested from icebergs4 off the coast of Newfoundland, Canada.Arthur von Wiesenberger, who carries the title Water Master, is one of the few water critics in North America. As a boy, he spent time in the larger cities of Italy, France and Switzerland, Where bottled water is consumed daily. Even then, he kept a water journal, noting the brands he liked best. My dog could tell the difference between bottled and tap water, He says.But is plain tap water all that bad? Not at all. In fact, New Yorkrsquo;s municipal water for more than a century was called the champagne5 of tap water and until recently considered among the best in the world in terms of both taste and purity. Similarly, a magazine in England found that tap water from the Thames River tasted better than several leading brands of bottled water that were 400 times more expensive.Nevertheless, soft-drink panies view bottled water as the next battle-ground for market share-this despite the fact that over 25 percent of bottled water es from tap water: PepsiCorsquo;s Aquafina and Coca-Colarsquo;s Dasani are both purified tap water rather than spring water.As diners thirst for leading brands, bottlers and restaurateurs salivate(垂涎) over the profits. A restaurantrsquo;s typical mark-up on wine is 100 to 150 percent, whereas on bottled water itrsquo;s often 300 to 500 percent. But since water is much cheaper than wine, and many of the fancier brands arenrsquo;t available in stores, most dines donrsquo;t notice or care.As a result, some restaurants are turning up the pressure to sell bottled water. According to an article in The Wall Street Journal, some of the more shameless tactics include placing attractive bottles on the table for a visual sell, listing brands on the menu without prices, and pouring bottled water without even asking the dinners if they want it.Regardless of how itrsquo;s sold, the popularity of bottled water taps into our desire for better health, our wish to appear cultivated, and even a longing6 for lost purity.#p#57. What do we know about Iceberg Water from the passage?A,It is a kind of iced water.B,It is just plain tap water.C,It is a kind of bottled water.D,It is a kind of mineral water.58. By saying My dog could tell the difference between bottled and tap water (Para. 2), von Wiesenberger wants to convey the message that______.A,plain tap water is certainly unfit for drinkingB,bottled water is clearly superior to tap waterC,bottled water often appeals more to dogs' tasteD,dogs can usually detect a fine difference in taste59. The fancier brands (Para. 5) refers to ____A,tap water from the Thames RiverB,famous wines not sold in ordinary storesC,PepsiCo's Aquafina and Coca-Cola's DasaniD,expensive bottled water with impressive names60.Why are some restaurants turning up the pressure to sell bottled water?A,Bottled water brings in huge profits.B,petition from the wine industry is intense.C,Most diners find bottled water affordable.Bottled water satisfied diners' desire to fashionable.61. According to passage ,why is bottled water so popular?A,It is much cheaper than wine.B,It is considered healthier.C,It appeals to more cultivated people.D,It is more widely promoted in the market.答案C B D A BPassage TwoQuestion 62 to 66 are based on the following passage.As we have seen, the focus of medical care in our society has been shifting from curing disease to preventing disease - especially in terms of changing our many unhealthy behaviors, such as poor eating habits,smoking, and failure to exercise. The line of thought involved in this shift can be pursued further. Imagine a person who is about the right weight, but does not eat very nutritious(有营养的) foods, who feels OK but exercises only occasionally, who goes to work every day, but is not an outstanding worker, who drinks a few beers at home most nights but does not drive while drunk, and who has no chest pains or abnormal blood counts, but sleeps a lot and often feels tired. This person is not ill. He may not even be at risk for any particular disease. But we can imagine that this person could be a lot healthier.The field of medicine has not traditionally distinguished7 between someone who is merely not ill and someone who is in excellent health and pays attention to the bodyrsquo;s special needs. Both types have simply been called well. In recent years, however, some health specialists have begun to apply the terms well and wellness only to those who are actively8 striving to maintain and improve their health. People who are well are concerned with nutrition and exercise and they make a point of monitoring their bodyrsquo;s condition. Most important, perhaps, people who are well take active responsibility for all matters related to their health. Even people who have a physical disease or handicap (缺陷) may be well, in this new sense, if they make an effort to maintain the bestpossible health they can in the face of their physical limitations. Wellness may perhaps best be viewed not as a state that people can achieve, but as an ideal that people can strive for. People who are well are likely to be better able to resist disease and to fight disease when it strikes. And by focusing attention on healthy ways of living, the concept of wellness can have a beneficial impact on the ways in which people face the challenges of daily life.#p#62.Today medical care is placing more stress on______.A,keeping people in a healthy physical conditionB,monitoring patients' body functionsC,removing people's bad living habitsD,ensuring people's psychological well-being963.In the first paragraph, people are reminded that_____. A,good health is more than not being illB,drinking, even if not to excess, could be harmfulC,regular health checks are essential to keeping fitD,prevention is more difficult than cure64.Traditionally, a person is considered well if he ______. A,does not have any unhealthy living habitsB,does not have any physical handicapsC,is able to handle his daily routinesD,is free from any kind of disease65.According to the author, the true meaning of wellness is for people _____.A,to best satisfy their body's special needsB,to strive to maintain the best possible healthC,to meet the strictest standards of bodily healthD,to keep a proper balance between work and leisure66.According to what the author advocates, which of the following groups of people would be considered healthy?A,People who have strong muscles as well as slim figures.B,People who are not presently experiencing any symptoms of disease C,People who try to be as possible, regardless of their limitations.D,People who can recover from illness even without seeking medical care.答案C A D B C。

最新2006年12月大学英语四级真题及答案阅读理解阅读短文一：We can see how the product life cycle works by looking at the introduction of instant coffee. When it was introduced, most people did not like it as well as “regular”coffee, and it took several years to gain general acceptance (introduction stage). At one point, though, instant coffee grew rapidly in popularity, and many brands were introduced (stage of rapid growth). After a while, people became attached to one brand and sales leveled off (stage of maturity). Sales went into a slight decline (衰退) when freeze-dried coffees were introduced (stage of decline).The importance of the product life cycle to marketers is this: Different stages in the product life cycle call for different strategies. The goal is to extend product life so that sales and profits do not decline. One strategy is called market modification. It means that marketing managers look for new users and market sections. Did you know, for example, that the backpacks that so many students carry today were originally designed for the military?Market modification also means searching for increased usage among present customers or going for a different market, such as senior citizens. A marketer may re-position the product to appeal to new market sections.Another product extension strategy is called product modification. It involves changing product quality, features, or style to attract new users or more usage from present users. American auto manufacturers are using quality improvement as one way to recapture world markets. Note, also, how auto manufacturers once changed styles dramatically from year to year to keep demand from falling.1. According to the passage, when people grow fond of one particular brand of a product, its sales will ________.A) decrease graduallyB) remain at the same levelC) become unstableD) improve enormously2. The first paragraph tells us that a new product is ________.A) not easily accepted by the publicB) often inferior to old ones at firstC) often more expensive than old onesD) usually introduced to satisfy different tastes3. Marketers need to know which of the four stages a product is in so as to ________.A) promote its productionB) work out marketing policiesC) speed up its life cycleD) increase its popularity4. The author mentions the example of “backpacks” (Line 4, Para. 2) to show the importance of ________.A) pleasing the young as well as the oldB) increasing usage among studentsC) exploring new market sectionsD) serving both military and civil needs5. In order to recover their share of the world market, U.S. auto makers are ________.A) improving product qualityB) increasing product featuresC) modernizing product styleD) re-positioning their product in the market参考答案：1. D2. D3. A4.B5. A阅读短文二：Some pessimistic experts feel that the automobile is bound to fall into disuse. They see a day in the not-too-distant future when all autos will be abandoned and allowed to rust. Other authorities, however, think the auto is here to stay. They hold that the car will remain a leading means of urban travel in the foreseeable future.The motorcar will undoubtedly change significantly over the next 30 years. It should become smaller, safer, and more economical, and should not be powered by the gasoline engine. The car of the future should be far more pollution-free than present types.Regardless of its power source, the auto in the future will still be the main problem in urban traffic congestion (拥挤). One proposed solution to this problem is the automated highway system.When the auto enters the highway system, a retractable (可伸缩的) arm will drop from the auto and make contact with a rail, which is similar to those powering subway trains electrically. Once attached to the rail, the car will become electrically powered from the system, and control of the vehicle will pass to a central computer. The computer will then monitor all of the car’s movements.The driver will use a telephone to dial instructions about his destination into the system. The computer will calculate the best route, and reserve space for the car all the way to the correct exit from the highway. The driver will then be free to relax and wait for the buzzer(蜂鸣器) that will warn him of his coming exit. It is estimated that an automated highway will be able to handle 10,000 vehicles per hour, compared with the 1,500 to 2,000 vehicles that can be carried by a present-day highway.1. One significant improvement in the future car will probably be ________.A) its power sourceB) its driving systemC) its monitoring systemD) its seating capacity2. What is the author’s main concern?A) How to render automobiles pollution-free.B) How to make smaller and safer automobiles.C) How to solve the problem of traffic jams.D) How to develop an automated subway system.3. What provides autos with electric power in an automated highway system?A) A rail.B) An engine.C) A retractable arm.D) A computer controller.4. In an automated highway system, all the driver needs to do is ________.A) keep in the right laneB) wait to arrive at his destinationC) keep in constant touch with the computer centerD) inform the system of his destination by phone5. What is the author’s attitude toward the future of autos?A) Enthusiastic.B) Pessimistic.C) Optimistic.D) Cautious.参考答案：1. A2. C3. A4.D5. C翻译翻译原文一：信息技术(Information Technology)，正在飞速发展，中国公民也越来越重视信息技术，有些学校甚至将信息技术作为必修课程，对这一现象大家持不同观点。

2006-2012四级真题翻译答案及详细解析2006至2012年四级翻译答案2006年12月1.adapt oneself to life// adapt oneself to living in different cultures【解析】考查短语adapt oneself to sth. /to doing sth.2.nothing is more attractive to me than reading 【解析】考查比较级3.would have a chance to survive// would have a chance of survival【解析】考查与过去事实相反的虚拟语气4. might feel lonely when they are far from home//whey they are not in their hometown/ when they are traveling.【解析】考查情态动词。

5. at a speed/rate of 12 million per year / /at an annual speed of 12 million.【解析】考查短语at a speed of2007年6月1.consider the quality of human's sleep【解析】从词汇角度考察的是固定搭配take … into account/take…into consideration；语法的角度来看，考察的是fail之后的非谓语动词形式的选择 (fail to do)。

Fail to do 和take…into account 均为四级老题型词汇与结构单选题反复考察的重点，因此，如果考生能够在冲刺阶段以四级老题型为参考，进行有重点的复习巩固，相信会顺利拿下这一题。

2.one field of our cooperation【解析】汉语部分为“的”字连结的定语和修饰语组合，因此很明显考察的是定于从句。

06年专四真题PARTⅠ DICTIONListen to the following passage. Altogether the passage will be read to you four times. During the first reading, which will be done at normal speed, listen and try to understand the meaning. For the second and third readings, the passage will be read sentence by sentence, or phrase by phrase, with intervals of 15 seconds. The last reading will be done at normal speed again and during this time you should check your work. You will then be given 2 minutes to check through your work once more.Please write the whole passage on ANSWER SHEET ONE.PART II LISTENING COMPREHENSION [20 MIN]In Sections A B and C you will hear everything ONCE ONLY. Listen carefully and then answer the questions that follow. Mark the correct answer to each question on Answer Sheet Two.SECTION A CONVERSATIONSIn this section you will hear several conversations. Listen to the conversations carefully and then answer the questions that follow.Questions 1 to 3 are based on the following conversation. At the end of the conversation, you will be given 15 seconds to answer the questions. Now, listen to the conversation.did Mark get theretrain and by car. plane and by coach.train and by bus. bus and by plane.used to wear all the following EXCEPThair.. .is the meeting for new students to be heldthe third room on the right. the Common Room.a room at the other end. Room 501.Questions 4 to 6 are based on the following conversation. At the end of the conversation, you will be given 20 seconds to answer the questions. Now, listen to the conversation.did Steve originally plan to dogo to a park near the beach. stay at home.see a new film. do some study.finally decided to go to see a film becausewas no park nearby. weather wasn’t ideal for a walk.would be easier to go to a cinema. hadn’t seen the film yet.did they plan to meetthe Town Hall. the bank.Steven’s place. the cinema.PART Questions 7 to 10 are based on the following conversation. At the end of the conversation, you will be given 15 seconds to answer the questions. Now, listen to the conversation.following details are true about the new device EXCEPThas colour. has a moving image.costs less money. is not on the market.didn’t Bill want one of themwanted to buy one from Japan. wasn’t sure about its quality.thought it was for business use. thought it was expensive.of the following statements is INCORRECT about the womanhad never read the magazine herself. knew who usually read the magazine. was quite interested in the new device. agreed with Bill at the end of the conversation.conversation is mainly aboutnew type of telephone. cost of telephone.features of the magazine. readership of the magazine.SECTION B PASSAGESIn this section, you will hear several passages. Listen to the passages carefully and thenanswer the questions that follow.Questions 11 to 13 are based on the following passage. ,4t the end of the passage, you will be given 15 seconds to answer the questions. Now, listen to the passage.the old days dogs were used for the following EXCEPTother animals. sheep.chickens. thieves away.of the following is CORRECTare now treated as part of a family.still performed all the duties they used to do.now keep dogs for the same reasons as before.old people are seen walking their dogs.passage is mainly aboutdogs can do. to keep dogs.and their masters. for keeping dogs.Questions 14 to 17 are based on the following passage. At the end of the passage, you will be given 20 seconds to answer the questions. Now, listen to the passage. to the passage, the working conditions in the new placethe same as the speaker is used to. expected to be rather poor.just as adequate. not yet clear.is the speaker going to do in the new place. . down. .speaker expectschoices of food. ways to do washing.lighting facilities. types of drinking water.the passage we learn that the speakerunprepared for the new post. unclear about the conditions there.ready for all the difficulties there. eager to know more about the post.Questions 18 to 20 are based on the following passage. At the end of the passage, you will be given 15 seconds to answer the questions. Now, listen to the passage.to the passage,when are children first expectd to study hard6 years of age. 6 and 10.10 years of age. 12 years of age.19. Parents who abuse their children tend to have the following problems EXCEPT problems. problems.problems. problems.of the following statements is CORRECT？and girls are equally energetic.have higher expectations for boys.parents lack skills to deal with their kids.parents are ill-educated and ill-tempered.SECTION C NEWS BROADCASTIn this section, you will hear several news items. Listen to them carefully and then answer the questions that follow.Questions 21 to 23 are based on the following news. At the end of the news item, you will be given 15 seconds to answer the questions. Now. listen to the news. has happened to the Cubansset foot in Floria. were drowned.were flown to the . were sent back to Cuba.did the Cubans try to enter the .a small boat. an old truck.swimming. driving.Questions 23 are based on the following news. At the end of the news item, you will be given 10 seconds to answer the questions. Now, listen to the news.many cities will have air quality monitoring systems installed by the ned of this yearcities. cities. C. 150 cities. D. 262 cities.Questions 24 and25 are based on the following news. At the end of the news item, you will be given 10 seconds to answer the questions. Now, listen to the news.24. Altogether how many people were reported missingA. 68. . C. 150. D. 40.of the following details is INCORRECTtwo ferries sank on different days. accidents were caused by storms.two ferries sank on the same river. people were rescued from the first ferry.Questions 26 are based on the following news. At the end of the news item, you will be given 10 seconds to answer the questions. Now, listen to the news.is the news item mainly aboutgovernment policies.’s support to the UN assistance mission.of an Australian consulate in East Timor.between Australia and Indonesia.Questions 27 to 28 are based on the following news. At the end of the news item, you will be given 15 seconds to answer the questions. Now, listen to the news.27. The news item is mainly about a joint venture betweenUS company and a UK company. Swiss company and a UK company.Taiwanese companies. mainland company and a US company.will provide the distribution networks in the joint venture. . . Cola.Questions 29 to 30 are based on the following news. At the end of the news item, you will be given 15 seconds to answer the questions. Now, listen to the news. staged the protect on Saturdaysoldiers. peace camp. militants. D. The hardliners.30. Which of the following details about the news is INCOPPECTsoilders were killed last week. ,000 people participated in the protest.C. The protesters demanded a pullout from Gaza. Prime Minister rejected the pullout plan.Ⅲ CLOZEThere are many superstitions in Britain, but one of the most ( 31 )＿held is that it is unlucky to walk under a ladder--- even if it means (32)＿ the pavement into a busy street! (33)＿ you must pass under a ladder you can (34)＿ bad luck by crossing your fingers and (35)＿ them crossed until you have seen a dog. (36)＿ , you may lick your finger and (37)＿ a cross on the toe of your shoe, and not look again at the shoe until the (38)＿ has dried.Another common (39)＿ is that it is unlucky to open an umbrella in the house---it will either bring (40)＿ to the person who opened it or to the whole (41)＿. Anyone opening an umbrella in fine weather is (42)＿, as it inevitably brings rain!The number 13 is said to be unlucky for some, and when the 13th day of the month (43)＿ on a Friday, anyone wishing to avoid a bad event had better stay (44)＿.The worst misfortune that can happen to a person is caused by breaking a mirror, (45)＿ it brings seven years of bad luck! The superstition is supposed to (46)＿ in ancient times, when mirrors were considered to be tools of the gods.Black cats are generally considered lucky in Britain, even though they are (47)＿ witchcraft.. it is (48)＿ lucky if a black cat crosses your path-although in America the exact opposite belief , a commonly held superstition is that of touching wood (49)＿ measure is most often taken if you think you have said something that is tempting fate, such as “my car has never (50)＿, touch wood”31. A broadly B widely C quickly D speedily32. A running from B jumping off C stepping off D keeping from33. A If B As C Though D Unless34. A erase B remove C avoid D ease35. A keep B keeping C kept D to keep36. A Consequently B However C Comparatively D Alternatively37. A make B print C perform D produce38. A label B symbol C mark D cut39. A argument B superstition C opinion D idea40. A loss B difficulty C tragedy D misfortune41. A .house B household C home D circle42. A unwise B unintelligent C unpopular D unfortunate43. A falls B arrives C drops D happens44. A away B outdoors C indoors D far45. A when B as C if D though46. A have originated B be originating C be originated D originate47. A concerned about B related with C associated with D connected in48. A especially B specially C frequently D rarely49. A as B for C in D of50. A broken up B broken off C broken away D broken down PART IV GRAMMAR＆VOCABULARY51. __dull he may be, he is certainly a very successful top executive.A AlthoughB whateverC AsD However52. If only I __play the guitar as well as you!A wouldB couldC shouldD might53. The party, __I was the guest of honour, was extremely enjoyable.A by whichB for whichC to whichD at which54. It’s high time we __ cutting down the rainforests.A stoppedB had to stopC shall stopD stop55. The student said there were a few points in the essay he __ impossible to comprehend.A has foundB was findingC had foundD would find56. Loudspeakers were fixed in the hall so that everyone__ an opportunity to hear the speech.A ought to haveB must haveC may haveD should have57. I am surprised__ this city is a dull place to live in.A that you should thinkB by what you are thinkingC that you would thinkD with what you were thinking58. Susan is very hardworking, but her pay is not__ for her work.A enough goodB good enoughC as good enoughD good as enough59. It is imperative that the government __ more investment into the shipbuilding industry.A attractsB shall attractC attractD has to60. Land belongs to the city; there is __ thing as private ownership of land.A no such aB not suchC not such aD no such61. My daughter has walked eight miles today. We never guessed that she could walk__far.A /B suchC thatD as6２. The statistics __ that living standards in the area have improved drastically in recent times.A provesB is provingC are provingD prove63. There are only ten apples left in the baskets, __ the spoilt ones.A not countingB not to countC don’t countD having not counted64. It was __ we had hopedA more a success thanB a success more thanC as much of a success asD a success as much as65. There used to be a petrol station near the park, __A didn’t itB doesn’t thereC usedn’t itD didn’t there66. It is an offence to show __ against people of different races.A distinctionB differenceC separationD discrimination67. A great amount of work has gone into __ the Cathedral to its previous splendour.A refreshingB restoringC renovatingD renewing68. The thieves fled with the local police close on their __.A backsB necksC toesD heels69. The economic recession has meant that job__ is a rare thing.A securityB safetyC protectionD secureness70. Many people nowadays save money to __ for their old age.A caterB supplyC provideD equip71. The tone of the article __ the writer’s mood at the time.A reproducedB reflectedC imaginedD imitated72. This is not the right __ to ask for my help; I am far too busy even to listen!73. The job of a student accommodation officer__ a great many visits to landladies.A concernsB offersC asksD involves74. Ou r family doctor’s clinic __at the junction of two busy roads.A restsB standsC staysD seats75. She was so fat that she could only just __ through the door.A assembleB appearC squeezeD gather76. After the heavy rain, a builder was called to repair the roof, which was __.A leakingB tricklingC drippingD floating77. The reception was attended by __ members of the local community.A excellentB conspicuousC prominentD noticeable78. Share prices on the Stock Exchange plunged sharply in the morning but __slightly in the afternoon.A regainedB recoveredC restoredD revived79. His brain has worked away on the idea of a universal cure.A richB quickC productiveD fertile80. The couple has donated a not__ amount of money to the foundation.A inconsiderableB inconsiderateC inaccurateD incomparablePART Ⅴ READING COMPREHENSIONTEXT AIn the case of mobile phones, change is everything. Recent research indicates that the mobile phone is changing not only our culture, but our very bodies as well.First. Let’s talk about culture. The difference between the mobile phone and its parent, the fixed-line phone, is that a mobile number corresponds to a person, while a landline goes to a you call my mobile, you get me. If you call my fixed-line phone, you get whoever answers it.This has several implications. The most common one, however, and perhaps the thing that has changed our culture forever, is the “meeting” influence. People no longer need to make firm plans about when and where to meet. Twenty years ago, a Friday night would need to be arranged in advance. You needed enough time to allow everyone to get from their place of work to the first meeting place. Now, however,a night out can be arranged on the run. It is no longer “see you there at 8”, but “text me around 8 and we’ll see where we all are”.Texting changes people as well. In their paper, “insights into the Social and Psychological Effects of SMS Text Messaging”, two British researchers distinguished between two types of mobile phone user s: the “talkers” and the “texters”-those who prefer voice to text message and those who prefer text to voice.They found that the mobile phone’s individuality and privacy gave texters the ability to express a whole new outer personality. Texters were likely to report that their family would be surprised if they were to read their texts. This suggests that texting allowed texters to present a self-image that differed from the one familiar to those who knew them well.Another scientist wrote of the changes that mobiles have brought to body language. There are two kinds that people use while speaking on the phone. There is the “speakeasy”: the head is held high, in a self-confident way, chatting away. And there is the “spacemaker”: these people focus on themsel ves and keep out other people.Who can blame them Phone meetings get cancelled or reformed and camera-phones intrude on people’s privacy. So, it is understandable if your mobile makes you nervous. But perhaps you needn’t worry so much. After all, it is goo d to talk. 81 when people plan to meet nowadays, theyA: arrange the meeting place beforehandB. postpone fixing the place till last minuteC: seldom care about when and where to meetD: still love to work out detailed meeting plans.82 According to the two British researchers, the social and psychological effect are mostly likely to be seen onA: TALKERSB; the "speakeasy"c. the “spacemaker”D. texters83 We can infer from the passage that the texts sent by texters areA: quite revealingB: well writtenc: unacceptable by othersd; shocking to others84 according to the passage ,who is afraid of being heard while talking on the mobile a: talkersb: the speakeasyc :the spacemakerd: texters85 an appropriate title for the passage might beA: the SMS effectb: cultural implication of mobile usec: change in the use of the mobiled: body language and the mobile phone!TEXT BOver the last 25 years, British society has changed a great deal-or at least many parts of it have. In some ways, however, very little has changed, particularly where attitudes are concerned. Ideas about social class-whether a person is “working-class” or “middle-class”-are one area in which changes have been extremely slow.In the past, the working-class tended to be paid less than middle-class people, such as teachers and doctors. As a result of this and also of the fact that workers’jobs were generally much less secure, distinct differences in life-styles and attitudes came into existence. The typical working man would collect his wages on Friday evening and then, it was widely believed, having given his wife her “housekeeping”, would go out and squander the rest on beer and betting.The stereotype of what a middle-class man did with his money was perhaps nearer the truth. He was-and still is –inclined to take a longer-term view. Not only did he regard buying a house as a top priority, but he also considered the education of his children as extermely important. Both of these provided him and his family with security. Only in very few cases did workers have the opportunity (or the education and training) to make such long-term plans.Nowadays, a great deal has changed. In a large number of cases factory workers earn as much, if not more, than their middle-class supervisors. Social security and laws to improve job-security,combined with a general rise in the standard of living since the mid-fifties of the 20th century, have made it less necessary than before to worry about “tomorrow”. Working-class people seem slowly to be losing the feeling of inferiority they had in the past. In fact there has been a growing tendency in the past few years for the middle-classes to feel slightly ashamed of their position.The changes in both life-styles and attitudes are probably most easily seen amongst younger people. They generally tend to share very similar tastes in music and clothes, they spend their money in having a good time, and save for holidays or longer-term plans when necessary. There seems to be much less difference than in previous generations. Nevertheless, we still have a wide gap between the well-paid (whatever the type of job they may have) and the low-paid. As long as this gap exists, there will always be a possibility that new conflicts and jealousies will emerge, or rather that the old conflicts will re-appear, but between different groups. 86, which of the following is seen as the cause of class differences in the pastA: Life style and occupationB: Attitude and incomeC:Income and job securityD: Job security and hobbies87 the writer seems to suggest that the description of ＿＿ is closer to truth A: middle –class ways of spending moneyB: working-class ways of spending the weekendC: working-class drinking habitsD: middle-class attitudes88 According to the passage, which of the following is NOT a typical feature of the middle -classA: Desiring for securityB: Making long-term plansC: Having priorities in lifeD: Saving money89 Working-class people's sense of security increased as a resulf of all the follwoing factors EXCEPTA:better social securityB: more job opportunitiesC: higher living standardD: better legal protection.of the following statements is INCORRECTA:Changes are slowly taking place in all sectors of the British society.B:The gap between working -class and middle- class young people is narrowing. C: Differences in income will remain but those in occupation will disappear.D: Middle-class people may sometimes feel inferior to working-class people.TEXT CFor several days I saw little of Mr. Rochester. In the morning he seemed much occupied with business, and in the afternoon gentlemen from the neighourhood called and sometimes stayed to dine with him. When his foot was well enough, he rode out a great deal.During this time, all my knowledge of him was limited to occasional meetings about the house, when he would sometimes pass me coldly, and sometimes bow and smile. His changes of manner did not offend me, because I saw that I had nothing to do with the cause of them.One evening, several days later, I was invited to talk to Mr. Rochester after dinner. He was sitting in his armchair, and looked not quite so severe, and much less gloomy. There was a smile on his lips, and his eyes were bright, probably with wine. As I was looking at him, he suddenly tur ned, and asked me, “do you think I’m handsome, Miss Eyre”The answer somehow slipped from my tongue before I realized it: ‘No, sir.”“Ah, you really are unusual! You are a quiet, serious little person, but you can be almost rude.”“Sir, I’m sorry. I should have said that beauty doesn’t matter, or something like that,”“N o, you shouldn’t! I see, you criticize my appearance, and then you stab me in the back! You have honesty and feeling. There are not many girls like you. But perhaps I go too fast. Perhaps you have awful faults to counterbalance your few good points.”I thought to myself that he might have too. He seemed to read my mind, and said quickly,“Y es, you’re right. I have plenty of faults. I went the wrong way when I was twenty-one, and have never found the right path again. I might have been very might have been as good as you, and perhaps wiser. I am not a bad man, take my wordfor it, but I have done wrong. It wasn’t my character, but circumstances which were to blame. Why do I tell you all this Be cause you’re the sort of person people tell their problems and secrets to, because you’re sympathetic and give them hope.”It seemed he had quite a lot to talk to me. He didn’t seem to like to finish the talk quickly, as was the case for the first time.“D on’t be afraid of me, Miss Eyre.” He continued. “ you don’t relax or laugh very much, perhaps because of the effect Lowood school has had on you. But in time you will be more natural with me, and laugh, and speak freely. You’re like a bird in a cage. When you get out of the cage, you’ll fly very high. Good night.”91:At the beginning Miss Eyre 's impressions of were all EXCEPTB:sociable C: friendly D: changeable92,In "....and all my knowledge of him was limited to occasional meetings about the house,…”(the second paragraph),the word “about” meansA:around B:on C:outside D:concerning.93. why did say" ..and the you stab me in the back!" (the 7th paragraph).A: Because Jane had intended to kill him with a knife.B: Because Jane had intended to be more critical.C: Because Jane had regretted having talked to him.D:Because Jane had said something else to correct herself.94, From what told miss Eyre,we can conclude that he wanted toA: tell her all his troubles.B: tell her his life experience.C:change her opinion of him.D change his circumstances.95. At the end of the passage , Mr. Rochester soundedA:rude B: cold C: friendly D: encouraging.TEXTDThe ideal companion machine-the computer- would not only look, feel, and sound friendly but would also be programmed to behave in a pleasant manner. Those qualities that make interaction with other people enjoyable would be imitated as closely as possible, and the machine would appear to be charming, and informal conversational style would make interaction comfortable, and yet the machine would remain slightly unpredictable and therefore interesting. In its first encounter it might be somewhat hesitant, but as it came to know the user it would progress to a more relaxed and intimate style. The machine would not be a passive participant but would add its own suggestions, information, and opinions; it would sometimes take the initiative in developing or changing the topic and would have a personality of its own.Friendships are not made in a day, and the computer would be more acceptable as a friend if it imitated the gradual changes that occur when one person is getting to know another. At an appropriate time it might also express the kind of affection that stimulates attachment and intimacy. The whole process would be accomplished in a subtle way to avoid giving an impression of over-familiarity that would be likely to produce irritation. After experiencing a wealth of powerful, well-timed friendship indicators, the user would be very likely to accept the computer as far more than a machine and might well come to regard it as a friend.An artificial relationship of this type would provide many of the benefits that people obtain from interpersonal friendships. The machine would participate in interesting conversation that could continue from previous discussions. It would have a familiarity with the user’s life as revealed in earlier contact, and it would be understanding and good-humored. The computer’s own personality would be lively and impressive, and it would develop in response to that of the user. With features such as these, the machine might indeed become a very attractive social partner. of the following is NOT a feature of the ideal companion machineA:Active in communicationB: Attractive in personality.C: enjoyable in performance.D: unpredictable in behaviour97. the computer would develop friendships with humans in a (n) ---------way. A: quickB: unpredictableC: productiveD: inconspicuous.of the following aspects is NOT mentioned when the passage discusses the benefits of artificial relationshipsA:Being able to pick up an interesting conversation.B: Being sensitive to earlier contact.C: Being ready to learn about the person's life.D:Having a pleasant and adaptable personality.99Throughout the passage,the author is _____in his attitude towards the computer A:favourableB:criticalC: vagueD: hesitant100. which mgiht be the most appropriate title of the passageA:Articial relationshios .B: How to form intimate relationshipsC:The affectionate machineD: Humans and computersPART Ⅵ WRITINGSECTION A COMPOSITIONRecently a Beijing information company did a survey of student life among more than 700 students in Beijing, Guangzhou ,Xi 'an Chengdu , Shanghai , Wuhan,Nanjing ,and Shenyang . The results have shown that 67 percent of students think that saving money is a good habit while the rest believe that using tomorrow's money tody is better. What do you thinkWrite on answer sheet two a compositions of about 200 words.You are to write in three parts.In the first part, state specifically what you opinion isIn the second part, support your opinion with appropriate details.In the last part, bring what you have written to a natural conclusion or a summary.You should supply an appropriate title for you composition.Marks will be awarded for content, organization ,grammar and apporpriateness. Failure to follow the instructions may result in a loss of marks.SECTION B NOTE-WRITINGWrite on answer sheet two a note of about 50-60 words based on the following situation:You have got to know that you classmate, Michael ,is organizing a weekend excursion for the class. And you are thinking of joining the trip, write him a note expressing your interest in the excursion and asking for information on two details related to the excursion.Marks will be awarded for content, organization,grammar and appropriateness. PART IDICTATIONThe InternetThe Internet is the most significant progress in the field of commun ications./ Imagine a book that never ends, a library with million fl。

2006年12月英语四级真题及答案Part ⅠWriting （30 minutes）Directions:For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write a short essay entitled. The Importance of Reading classics. You should write at least 150 words following the outline given below.1、许多人喜欢在除夕夜观看春节晚会2、但有些人提出取消春节晚会3、我的看法Part II Reading Comprehension (Skimming and Scanning) (15 minutes)Directions:In this part, you will have 15 minutes to go over the passage quickly and answer the questions on Answer sheet1.For questions 1-4, markY (for YES) if the statement agrees with the information given in the passage;N (for NO) if the statement contradicts the information given in the passage;NG (for NOT GIVEN) if the information is not given in the passage.For questions 5-10, complete the sentences with the information given in the passage.Six Secrets of High-Energy PeopleThere’s an energy crisis in America, and it has nothing to do with fossil fuels. Millions of us get up each morning already weary over the day holds. “I just can’t get started.” People say. But it’s not physicalenergy that most of us lack. Sure, we could all use extra sleep and a better diet. But in truth, people are healthier today than at any time in history. I can almost guarantee that if you long for more energy, the problem is not with your body.What you’re seeking is not physical energy. It’s emotional energy. Yet, sad to say life sometimes seems designed to exhaust our supply. We work too hard. We have family obligations. We encounter emergencies and personal crises. No wonder so many of us suffer from emotional fatigue, a kind of utter exhaustion of the spirit.And yet we all know people who are filled with joy, despite the unpleasant circumstances of their lives. Even as a child I observed people who were poor or disabled or ill, but who nonetheless faced life with optimism and vigor. Consider Laura Hillenbrand, who despite an extremely weak body wrote the best-sellerSeabiscuit. Hillenbrand barely had enough physical energy to drag herself out of be to write. But she was fueled by having a story she wanted to share. It was emotional energy that helped her succeed.Unlike physical energy, which is finite and diminishes with age, emotional energy is unlimited and has nothing to do with genes or upbringing. So how do you get it? You can’t simply tell yourself to be positive. You must take action. Here are six practical strategies that work.1. Do something new.Very little that’s new occurs in our lives. The impact of this sameness on our emotional energ y is gradual, but huge: It’s like a tire with a slow leak. You don’t it at first, but eventually you’ll get a flat. It’s up to you to plug the leak--even though there are always a dozen reasons to stay stuck in your dull routines of life. That’s where Maur a, 36, a waitress, found herself a year ago.Fortunately, Maura had a lifeline--a group of women friends who meet regularly to discuss their lives. Their lively discussions spurred Maura to make small but nevertheless life altering changes. She joined a gym in the next town. She changed her look with a short haircut and new black T-shirts. Eventually, Maura gathered the courage to quit her job and start her own business.Here’s a challenge: If it’s something you wouldn’t ordinarily do, do it. Try a dish you’ve never eaten. Listen to music you’d ordinarily tune out. You’ll discover these small things add to your emotional energy.2. Reclaim life’s meaning.So many of my patients tell me that their lives used to have meaning, but that somewhere along the line things went state.The first step in solving this meaning shortage is to figure out what you really care about, and then do something about it. A case in point is Ivy, 57, a pioneer in investment banking. "I mistakenly believed that all the money I made would mean something." she says. "But I feel lost, like a 22-year-old wondering what to do with her life." Ivy’s solution? She started a program that shows Wall Streeters how to donate time and money to poor children. In the process, Ivy filled her life with meaning.3. Put yourself in the fun zone.Most of us grown-ups are seriously fun-deprived. High-energy people have the same day-to-day work as the rest of us, but they manage to find something enjoyable in every situation. A real estate broker I know keeps herself amused on the job by mentally redecorating the houses she shows to clients. "I love imagining what even the most run-down house could look like withy a little tender loving care," she says. "It’s a challenge--and the least desirable properties are usually the most fun."We all define fun differently, of course, but I can guarantee this: If you put just a bit of it into your day, you energy will increase quickly.4. Bid farewell to guilt and regret.Everyone’s past is filled with regrets that still cause pain. But from an emotional energy point of view, they are dead weights that keep us from us frommoving forward. While they can’t merely be willed away, I do recommend you remind yourself that whatever happened is in the past, and nothing can change that. Holding on to the memory only allows the damage to continue into the present.5. Make up your mind.Say you’ve been thinking about cutting your hair short. Will it look stylish – or too extreme?You endlessly think it over. Having the decision hanging over your head is a huge energy drain.Every time you can’t decide, you burden yourself with alternatives. Quit thinking that you have to make the right decision; instead, make a choice and don’t look back.6. Give to get.Emotional energy has a kind of magical quality; the more you give, the more you get back.. This is the difference between emotional and physical energy. With the latter. You have to get it to be able to give it. With the former, however, you get it by giving it.Start by asking everyo ne you meet, “How are you?” as if you really want to know, then listen to the reply. Be the one who hears. Most of us also need to smile more often. If you don’t smile at the person you love first thing in the morning, you’re sucking energy out of your rel ationship. Finally, help another person—and make the help real, concrete. Give a massage (按摩) to someone you love, or cook her dinner, Then, expand the circle to work. Try asking yourself what you’d do if your goal were to be helpful rather than efficient.After all, if it’s true that what goes around comes around, why not make sure that what’s circulating around you is the good stuff?注意：此部分试题请在答题卡1上作答。