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2023年全国硕士研究生招生考试英语(二)试题含答案解析2024年全国硕士研究生招生考试英语(二)试题Section I Use of EnglishDirections:Reading the following text.Choose the best word(s)for each numbered black and mark A,B,C or D onthe ANSWER SHEET.(10 points) Your social life is defined as the activities you do with other people,for pleasure,when you are notworking.It is important to have a social life,but what is right for one person wont be right for another.Some of us feel energized by spending lots of time with others,_1_some of us may feel drained,even ifits doing something we enjoy.This is why finding a__2_in your social life is key.Spending too much time on your own,not__3_others,can make you feel lonely and_4_.lomeliness is known to impact on your mental health and_5_a low mood.Anyone can feel lonely at any time.This might be especially true if,__6__,you are workingfrom home and you are __7__on the social conversations that happen in the office.Other life changes also_8_periods of loneliness too,such as retirement,changing a job or becoming a parent.Its important to recognize feelings or loneliness.There are ways to __9___a social life.But it can feeloverwhelming __10.You can then find groups and activities related to those where you will be abletomeet__11__people.There are groups aimed at new parents,at those who want to_12_a new sport forthe first time or networking events for those in the same profession to meet up and __13_ideas.On the other hand,it is__14_possible to have too much of a social life.If you feel like youre alwaysdoing something and there is never any __15_in your calendar for downtime,you could suffer socialbunout or social _16_.We all have our own social limit and its important to recognize when yourefeeling like its all too much.Low mood,low energy,irritability and trouble sleeping could all be_17ofpoor social health.Make sure you _18__some time in your diary when youre _19_for socialising anduse this time to relax,__20__and recover.1.A.becauseB.unlessC.whereasD.until2.A.contrastB.balanceC,linkD.gap3.A.secingB.pleasingC.judgingD.teaching4.A.misguidedB.surprisedC.spoiledD.disconnected5.A.contribute toB.rely onC.interfere withD.go against6.A.in factB.of courseC.for examplsD,on average7.A.cutting backB.missing outC.breaking inD.looking down8.A.shortenB.triggerC.followD.interrupt9.A.assessB,interprelC,providsD.regain10.at firstB.in turnC.on timeD.by chance11.far-sightedB.strong-willedC.kind-heartedD.like-minded12.A.tnyB.promoteC.watchD.describe13.A.testB.shareC,acceptD.revise14.A.alreadyB.thusC.alsoD.only15.A.visitB,orderC.spaceD,boundary16.A.[atigueB.criticismC.injusticeD.dilemma17.A.sourcesB.standardsC.signsD.scores18.A.take overB.wipe offC,add upD.mark out19.A.ungratefu]B.unavailsblgC.responsiblkD.regretful20.A.reactB.repeatC,retunD.restSection II Reading ComprehensionPart ADirections:Read the following four texts.Answer the questions below each text by choosing A,B,C or D.Mark youranswers on the ANSWER SHEET.(40 points) Text 1Anger over AIs role in exacerbating inequality could endanger the technologys future.In her new bookCogs and Monsters:What Economics Is,and What It Should Be,Diane Coyle,an economist at CambridgeUnivcrsity,arguesthat the digital economy requires new ways of thinking about progress."Whatever wemean by the economy growing,by things getting better,the gains will have to be more evenly shared than inthe recent past,"she writes."An economy of tech millionaires or billionaires and gig workers,withmiddle-income jobs undercut by automation,will not be politically sustainable."Improving living standards and increasing prosperity for more people will require greater use of digitaltechnologies to boost productivity in various sectors,including health care and construction,saysCoyle.Butpeople cant be expected to embrace the changes if theyre not seeing the benefits—if theyre just seeinggood jobs being destroyed.In a recent interview with MIT Technology Review,Coyle said she fears that techs inequality problemcould be a roadblock to deploying AI."Were talking about disruption,"she says."These are transformative technologies that change the ways we spend our time every day,that change business models that succeed.”To make such tremendous changes,"she adds,you need social buy-in.Instead,says Coyle,resentment is simmering among many as the benefits are perceived to go to elites ina handful of prosperous cities.According to the Brookings Institution,a short list of eight American cities that included San Francisco,San Jose,Boston,and Seattle had roughly 38%of all tech jobs by 2019.New AI technologies areparticularly concentrated:Brookingss Mark Muro and Sifan Liu estimate that just 15 cities account fortwo-thirds of the AI assets and capabilities in theUnited States(San Francisco and San Jose alone accountfor aboutone-quarter).The dominance of a few cities in the invention and commercialization of AI means that geographicaldisparities in wealth will continue to soar.Not only will this foster political and social unrest,but it could,asCoyle suggests,hold back the sorts of AI technologies needed for regional economies to grow.Part of the solution could lie in somehow loosening the stranglehold that Big Tech has on defining theAI agenda.That will likely take increased federal funding for research independent of the tech giants.Muroand others have suggested hefty federal funding to help create US regional innovation centers,for example.A more immediate response is to broaden our digital imaginations to conceive of AI technologies thatdont simply replace jobs but expand opportunities in the sectors that different parts of the country care mostabout,like health care,education,and manufacturing.21.Coyle argues that economie growth should_A.give rise to innovationsB.diversity career choicesC.benefit people equallyD.be promoted forcedly22.In Paragraph 2,digital technologies should be used to.A.bring about instant prosperityB.reduce peoples workloadC.raisc ovcrall work cfficicncyD.enhance cross-sector cooperation23.What does Coyle fear about transformative technologics?A.They may affect work-life balance.B.They may be impractical to deploy.C.They may incur huge expenditure.D.They may unwelcome to public.24.Several cities are mentioned toA.the uneven distribution of Al technology in USB.disappointing prospect of jobs in USC.fast progress of US regional economicsD.increasing significance of US AI assets25.With regard to concern,the author suggest________.A.raising funds to start new AI projectsB.encouraging collaboration in AI researchC.guarding against side effectsD.redefine the role ofAIText 2The UK is facing a future construction crisis because of a failure to plant trees to produce wood,Conforhas warned.The forestry and wood trade body has called for urgent action to reduce the countrys relianceon timber imports and provide a stable supply of wood for future generations.Currently only 20 percent ofthe UKs wood requirement is home-grown while it remains the sccond-largest net importer of timber in theworld.Coming at a time of fresh incentives from the UK government for landowners to grow more trees,thetrade body says these dont go far enough and fail to promote the benefits of planting them to boost timbersupplies.“Not only are we facing a carbon crisis now,but we will also be facing a future construction crisisbecause of failure to plant trees to produce wood."said Stuart Goodall,chief executive of Confor."Fordecades we have not taken responsibility for investing in our domestic woodsupply,leaving us exposed tofluctuating prices and fighting for future supplies of wood as global demand rises and our own supplies fall."The UK has ideal conditions for growing wood to build low-carbon homes and is a global leader incertifying that its forests are sustainably managed,Confor says.While around three quarters of Scottishhomes are built from Scottish timber,the use of home-grown wood in England is only around 25 percent.While productive tree planting can deliver real financial benefits to rural economies and contribute to theUKs net-zero strategy,the focus of government support continues to be on food production and therewinding and planting of native woodland solely for biodiversity.Goodall add:“While food productionand biodiversity are clearly of critical importance,we need our land to also provide secure supplies of woodfor construction,manufacturing and contribute to net zero.“While the UK govemment has stated its ambition for more tree planting,there has been little action onthe ground."Confor is now calling for much greater impetus bchind those aspirations to ensure we haveenough wood to meet increasing demand."26.It can be learned from Paragraph 1 that UK need to____.A.increase domestic wood supplyB.reduce demand for timberC.lower wood production costsD.lift control on timber imports27.According to Confor,UK government fresh incentives______.A.can hardly address construction crisisB.are believed to come at wrong timeC.seem to be misleadingD.too costly to put into practice28.The UK exposure to fuctuating wood prices is the result of________.ernments inaction on timber importB.inadequate investment for woodpetition among traders at homeD.wood producersmotive to maximize profits29.Which of following causes the shortage of wood supply?A.excessive timber consumption in constructionB.unfavorable conditions in UKC.outdated technology for wood productionD.farmersunwillingness to plan trees30.What does Goodall think US government should do?A.Subsidize the buildingB.Pay attention to rural economyC.Provide support for tree plantingD.Give priority to pursue net-zero strategyText 3One big challenge in keeping unsafe aging drivers off the road is convincing them that it is time to tumover the key.It is a complete life-changer when someone stops-or is forced to stop -driving,said formerrisk manager Anne M.Menke.The American Medical Association advises physicians that in situation where clear evidence ofsubstantial driving impairment implies a strong threat to patient and public safety,and where the physiciansadvice to discontinue driving privileges is ignored,it is desirable and ethical to notify the Department ofMotor Vehicles,Menke wrote."Some states require physicians to report,others allow but do not mandatereports,while a fewconsider a report breach of confidentiality.There could be liability and penalties if aphysician does not act in accordance with state laws on reporting and confidentiality "she counseled.Part of the problem in keeping older drivers safe is that the difficulties are addressed piccemeal bydifferent professions with different focuses,including gerontologists,highway administration officials,automotive engineers and others,said gerontologist Elizabeth Dugan."Theres not a National Institute ofOlder Driver Studies,"she said."We need better evidence on what makes drivers unsafe"and what can help,said DuganOne thing that does seem to work is requiring drivers to report in person for license renewal.Mandatoryin-person renewal was associated with a 31 percent reduction in fatal crashes involving drivers 85 or older,according to one study.Passing vision tests also produced a similar decline in fatal crashes for those drivers,although there appeared to be no benefit from combining the two.Many old drivers dont see eye doctors or cant afford to.Primary care providers have their hands fulland may not be able to follow through with patients who have trouble driving because they cant turn theirheads or remember where they are going—or have gotten shorter and havent changed their seat settingssufficiently to reach car pedals easily, As long as there are other cars on the roads,self-driving cars wont solve the problems of crashes,saidDugan.Avoiding dangers posed by all those human drivers would require to many algorithms,she said.Butwe need to do more to improve safety,said Dugan."If were going to have 100-year lives,we need cars thata 90-year-old can drive comfortably."31.Aecording to Paragraphl,keeping unsafe aging drivers off the road_ .A.is a ncw safety measureB.has become a disputed issueC.can be a tough task to completeD.will be beneficial to their health32.The American medical associations advice_ .A.has won support from driversB.is generally considered unrealisticC.is wide dismissed as unnecessaryD.has met with different responses33.According to Dugan,efforts to keep older drivers safe.A.have brought about big changesB.necd to be well coordinatedChave gained public concermD.call for relevant legal support34.Some older drivers have trouble driving because they tend to_ .A.stick with bad driving habitsB.have a weakened memoryC.suffer from chronic painsD.neglect car maintenance35.Dugan thinks that the solution to the problems of crashes may lie in__A.npgrading self-driving vehicleB.developing senior-friendly carsC.renovating transport facilitiesD.adjusting the age limit for driversText 4The miracle of the Chesapeake Bay lies not in its depths,but in the complexity of its naturalconstruction,the interaction of fresh and saline waters,and the mix of land and water.The shallowsprovide homes for hundreds of species while storing floodwaters,filtering pollutants from water,and protecting nearby communities from potentially destructive storm surges.All this was put at great risk late last month,when the U.S.Supreme Court issued a ruling in anidaho case that provides the U.S.Environmental Protection Agency(EPA)far less authority toregulate wetlands and waterways.Specifically,a 5-4 majority decided that wetlands protected bythe EPA under its Clean Water Act authority must have a "continuous surface connection"to bodiesof water.This narrowing of the regulatory scope was a victory for builders,mining operators andother commereial interests often at odds with environmental rules.And it carries "significantrepereussions for water quality and flood control throughout the United States,"as Justice BrettKavanaugh observed.In Maryland,the good news is that there are many state laws in place that provide wetlandsprotections.But thats a very shortsightedview,particularly when it comes to the Chesapeake Bay.The reality is that water,and the pollutants that so often come with it,dont respeet stateboundaries.The Chesapeake draws from a 64,000-square-mile watershed that extends into Virginia,Pennsylvania,New York,West Virginia,the District of Columbia and Delaware.Will thosejurisdictions extend the same protections now denied under Sackettv.EPA?Perhaps some,but all?That seems unlikely.It is too easy,and misleading,to see such court rulings as merely standing up for the rights ofland owners when the consequences can be so dire for their neighbors.And its a reminder that theEPAs involvement in the ChesapeakeBay Program has long been crucial as the means to transcendthe influence of deep-pocketed special interests in neighboring states.Pennsylvania farmers,to useone telling example,arent thinking about next years blue erab harvest in Maryland when theydecide whether to sprend animal waste on their fields,yet the runoff into nearby creeks can haveenormous impact downstream.And so we would eall on state lawmakers from Richmond to Albany to consider reviewing theirown wetlands protections and see for themselves the enormous stakes involved.We can offer thema visit to Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge in Dorchester County where bald engles fly overtidal marshes so shallow you could not paddle a boat across them but teaming with aquatie life.Itsworth the scenic drive.36.A.the prevalence of health apps37.A.Its coverage needs to be extended.38.Before sharing its usershealth information,Flo Health is required to___.A.seek the approval of the FTCB.find qualified third partiesC.remove irrelevant personal dataD.obtain their explicit permission39.What challenges is the FTC currently faced with?A.The complexity of health information.B.The rapid increase in new health apps.C.The subtle deceptiveness of health apps.D.The difficulty in assessing consumer harm.40.D.has gained legislative support in some statesPart BDirections;Read the following text and match each of the numbered items in the left column to its correspondinginformation in the right column.There are two extra choices in the right column.Mark your answers on theANSWER SHEET.(10 points)High school students eager to stand out in the college application process often participate in a litany ofextracurricular activities hopingto bolster their chances of admission a selective undergraduate institution.However,college admissions experts say that the quality of a college hopefuls extracurricular activitiesmatter more than the number of activities.he or she participates in.Sue Rexford,the director of college guidance at the Charles.E.Smith Jewish Day School,says it is notnecessary for a student,filling out the Common Application to list lo activities in the application.“No”college will expect that a students has a huge laundry list of extracurriculars that they have beenpassionately involved in each for an tended period of time,"Rexfon d wrote in an email.Experts say it is toughen to distinguish oneself in aschool-affiliated extracurricular activity that iscommon among high school students than it is to stand out while doing an uncommon activity.The competition to stand out and make an impact is going to be much stiffer,and so if they re going todo a popular activity,Id say,be the best at it."says Sara Harherson,a college admission consultant.High school students who have an impressive personal project they are working on independently oftenimpress colleges,experts say."For example,a student with an interest in entrepreneurship could demonstrate skills and potential bystarting a profitable small business."Olivia Valdes,the founder or Zen Admissions consulting firm,wrote inan emailJosoph Adegboyega—Edun,a Maryland High school guidance counselor,says unconventional,extracurricular activities can help students,impress college admissions offices,assuming they demonstrated,serious commitment."Again,since one of the big question.high school seniors muse consider is"Whatmakes you unique?"having an uncommon,extracurricular activity,a conventional one is an advantage,"hewrote in an email.Experts say demonstrating talent in at lcast one extracurricular activity can help in the collegeadmissions process,especially at top-tier undergraduate institutions."Distinguishing yourself in one focused type of extracurricular activity can be a positive in theadmissions process,especially for highly selective institutions,where having top grades and test scores isnot enough,"Katie Kelley admissions counselor at Ivy Wise admissions consullancy,wrote in anemail.“Students need to have that quality or hook that will appeal to admissions officers and allow them tovisualize how the student might come and enrich their campus community."Extracurricular activities related to the college major declared on a college application are beneficial,experts suggest."If you already know your major,having an extracurricular that fits into that major can be abig plus,"says Mayghin Levine,the manager of educational opportunities with The Cabhage PatchSettlement House,a Louisville,Kentucky,nonprofit community center.High school students who have had a strong positive influence on their community through anextracurricular activity may impress a college and win a scholarship,says Erica Gwyn,a former math andscience magnet programassistant at a publie high school who is now executive director of the KaleidoscopeCareers Academy in Atlanta,a nonprofit organization.41.Sue Rexford42.Sara Harberson43.Katie Kelley44.Mayghin Levine45.Erica Gwyn口EABA.Students who stand out in a specific extracurricular activity will be favored by top-tier institutions.B.Students whose extracurricular activity has benefited their community are likely to win a scholarship.C.Undertaking too many extracurricular activities will hardly be seen as a plus by colleges.D.Student who exhibits activity in doing business can impress colleges.E.High school students participating in popular activity should excel in it.F.Engaging in uncommon activity can demonstrate Studentsdetermination and dedication.G.It is advisable for students to choose an extracurricular activity that is related to their future study atcollege.Section III Translation46.Directions:In this section there is a text in English.Translate the following text into Chinese.Write your translationon the ANSWER SHEET.(15 points) With the smell of coffee and fresh bread floating in the air,stalls bursting with colourful vegetables andtempting cheese,and the buzz of friendly chats,farmersmarkets are a feast for the senses.They alsoprovide an opportunity to talk to the people responsible for growing or raising your food,support your localeconomy and pick up fresh seasonal produce …-all at the same time.Farmersmarkets are usually weekly or monthly events,most often with outdoor stalls,which allowsfarmers or producers to sell their food directly to customers.The size or regularity of markets can vary fromseason to season,depending on the areas agriculture calendar,and you are likely to find different produceon sale at diferent times of the year.By cutting out the middlemen,the farmers secure more profit for theirproduce.Shoppers also benefit from seeing exactly where---and to who their money is going.参考译文·空气中弥漫着咖啡和新鲜面包的香味，摊位上摆满了五颜六色的蔬菜和诱人的奶酪，人们友好地聊天，农贸市场完全是一场感官盛宴。

2023年全国硕士研究生招生考试英语（二）试题Section I Use of EnglishDirections:Read the following text. Choose the best word(s) for each numbered blank and mark A, B, C or D on the ANSWER SHEET. (10 points)Here’s a common scenario that any number of entrepreneurs face today: you’re the CEO of a small business, and though you’re making a nice __1__, you need to find a way to take it to the next level. What you need to do is __2__ growth by establishing a growth team. A growth team is made up of members from different departments within your company, and it harnesses the power of collaboration to focus __3___ on finding ways to grow.Let’s look at a real-world __4___. Prior to forming a growth team, the software company BitTorrent had 50 employees working in the __5___ departments of engineering, marketing and product development. This brought them good results until 2012, when their growth plateaued. The __6__ was that too many customers were using the basic, free version of their product. And __7__ making improvements to the premium, paid version, few people were making the upgrade. Things changed, __8__, when an innovative project-marketing manager came aboard, __9__ a growth team and sparked the kind of __10__ perspective they needed. By looking at engineering issues from a marketing point of view, it became clear that the __11__ of upgrades wasn’t due to a quality issue. Most customers were simply unaware of the premium version and what it offered. Armed with this __12__, the marketing and engineering teams joined forces to raise awareness by prominently ___13____ the premium version to users of the free version. ____14_____, upgrades skyrocketed, and revenue increased by 92 percent.But in order for your growth team to succeed, it needs to have a strong leader. It needs someone who can ___15__ the interdisciplinary team and keep them on course for improvement.This leader will __16__ the target area, set clear goals and establish a time frame for the___17___ of these goals. The growth leader is also __18__ for keeping the team focused on moving forward and steering them clear of distractions. __19__ attractive new ideas can be distracting, the team leader must recognize when these ideas don’t __20___ the current goal and need to be put on the back burner.1.[A] purchase[B]profit[C]connection[D]bet2.[A] define[B]predict[C]prioritize[D]appreciate3.[A] exclusively[B]temporarily[C]potentially[D]initially4.[A] experiment[B]proposal[C]debate[D]example5.[A] identical[B]marginal[C]provisional[D]traditional6.[A] rumor[B]secret[C]myth[D]problem7. [A] despite[B] unlike [C] through [D] besides8. [A] moreover [B] however[C] therefore [D] again9. [A] inspected [B] created[C] expanded [D] reformed10. [A] cultural [B] objective [C] fresh [D] personal11. [A] end [B] burden [C] lack[D] decrease12. [A] policy [B] suggestion [C] purpose [D] insight13. [A] contributing [B] allocating [C] promoting[D] transforming14. [A] as a result[B] at any rate [C] by the way [D] in a sense15. [A] unite[B] finance [C] follow [D] choose16. [A] share [B] identify[C] divide [D] broaden17.[A] announcement [B] assessment [C] adjustment [D]accomplishment18. [A] famous [B] responsible[C] available [D] respective19. [A] before [B] once [C] while[D] unless20. [A] serve[B] limit [C] summarize [D] alterSection II Reading ComprehensionPart ADirections:Read the following four texts. Answer the questions after each text by Choosing A, B, C or D. Mark your answers on the ANSWER SHEET. (40 points)Text 1In the quest for the perfect lawn, homeowners across the country are taking a shortcut — and it is the environment that is paying the price. About eight million square metres of plastic grass is sold each year but opposition has now spread to the highest gardening circles.The Chelsea Flower Show has banned fake grass from this year’s event, declaring it to be not part of its ethos. The Royal Horticultural Society (RHS), which runs the annual show in west London, says it has introduced the ban because of the damage plastic grass does to the environment and biodiversity.Ed Horne, of the RHS, said: “We launched our sustainability strategy last year and fake grass is just not in line with our ethos and views on plastic. We recommend using real grass because of its environmental benefits, which include supporting wildlife, mitigating flooding and cooling the environment.”The RHS’s decision comes as campaigners try to raise awareness of the problems fake grass causes. A Twitter account called Shit Lawns, which claims to “cut through the greenwash” of artificial grass, already has more than 20,000 followers. It is trying to encourage people to sign two petitions, one calling for a ban on the sale of plastic grass and another calling for an “ecological damage” tax on such lawns. They have gathered 7,260 and 11,272 signatures.However, supporters of fake grass point out that there is also an environmental impact with natural lawns, which need mowing and therefore usually consume electricity or petrol. The industry also points out that real grass requires considerable amounts of water, weed killer or other treatments and that people who lay fake grass tend to use their garden more. The industry also claims that people who lay fake grass spend an average of £500 on trees or shrubs for their garden, which provides habitat for insects.In response to another petition last year about banning fake lawns, which gathered 30,000 signatures, the government responded that it has “no plans to ban the use of artificial grass”.It added: “We prefer to help people and organizations make the right choice rather than legislating on such matters. However, the use of artificial grass must comply with the legal and policy safeguards in place to protect biodiversity and ensure sustainable drainage, while measures such as the strengthened biodiversity duty should serve to encourage public authorities to consider sustainable alternatives.”21. The RHS thinks that plastic grass __________.[A] is harmful to the environment[B] is a hot topic in gardening circles[C] is overpraised in the annual show[D] is ruining the view of west London22. The petitions mentioned in para.3 reveal the campaigner's ________.[A] disappointment with the RHS[B] resistance to fake grass use[C] anger over the proposed tax[D] concern above real grass supply23. In para 4, supporters of fake grass point out that_________.[A] the necessity to lower the costs of fake grass[B] the disadvantages of growing real grass[C] the way to take care of artificial lawns[D] the challenges of insect habitat protection24. What would the government do with regard to artificial grass?[A] urge legislation to restrict its use[B] take measures to guarantee its quality[C] remind its users to obey existing rules[D] replace it with sustainable alternatives25. It can be learned from the text that fake grass ________ .[A] is being improved continuously[B] has been a market share decline[C] is becoming affordable[D] has been a controversial productText 2It’s easy to dismiss as absurd the Trump administration’s ideas for plugging the chronic funding gap of our national parks. Can anyone really think it’s a good idea to allow Amazon deliveries to your tent in Yosemite or food trucks to line up under the redwood trees at Sequoia National Park? But the administration is right about one thing: U.S. national parks are in crisis. Collectively, they have a maintenance backlog of more than $12 billion. Roads, trails, restrooms, visitor centers and other infrastructure are crumbling.But privatizing and commercializing the campgrounds would not be the panacea that the Interior Department’s Outdoor Advisory Committee would have us believe. Campgrounds are a tiny portion of the overall infrastructure backlog, and concessionaires in the parks hand over, on average, only about 5% of their revenues to the National Park Service.Moreover, increased privatization would certainly undercut one of the major reasons why 300 million visitors come to the parks each year: to enjoy nature and get a respite from the commercial drumbeat that overwhelms daily life.The real problem is that the parks have been chronically starved of funding. We conducted a comprehensive survey examining how U.S. residents view their national parks, and we found that Americans place a very high value on them — whether or not they actually visit them. The peer-reviewed economic survey of 700 U.S. taxpayers, conducted by mail and internet, also found that people would be willing to pay a significant amount of money to make sure the parks and their programs are kept intact. Some 81% of respondents said they would be willing to pay additional taxes for the next 10 years to avoid any cuts to the national parks.The national parks provide great value to U.S. residents both as places to escape and as symbols of nature. On top of this, they produce value from their extensive educational programs, their positive impact on the climate through carbon sequestration, their contribution to our cultural and artistic life, and of course through tourism. The parks also help keep America’s past alive, working with thousands of local jurisdictions around the country to protect historical sites — including Ellis Island and Gettysburg — and to bring the stories of these places to life.The parks do all this on a shoestring. Congress allocates only $3 billion a year to the national park system — an amount that has been flat since 2001 (in inflation-adjusted dollars) with the exception of a onetime boost in 2009 as part of the Obama stimulus package. Meanwhile, the number of annual visitors has increased by more than 50% since 1980, and now stands at 330 million visitors per year.26. What problem are U.S. national parks faced with?[A] decline of business profits[B] inadequate commercialization[C] lack of transportation services[D] poorly maintained infrastructure27. Increased privatization of the campground may_______?[A] spoil visitor experience[B] help preserve nature[C] bring operational pressure[D] boost visits to parks28. According to para.5, most respondents in the survey would ______?[A] go to the national parks on a regular basis[B] advocate a bigger budget for the national parks[C] pay extra for the national parks[D] support the national parks' recent reforms29. The national parks are valuable in that they________[A] lead the way in tourism[B] have historical significance[C] sponsor research on climate[D] provide an income for locals30. It can be concluded from the text that the national park system _______[A] is able to cope with shortages[B] is able to meet visitors' demand[C] is in need of a new pricing policy[D] is in need of a funding increaseText 3The Internet may be changing merely what we remember, not our capacity to do so, suggests Columbia University psychology professor Betsy Sparrow. In 201, Sparrow led a study in which participants were asked to record 40 facts in a computer ("an ostrich's eye is bigger than its brain, for example). Half of the participants were told the information would be erased, while the other half were told it would be saved. Guess what? The latter group made no effort to recall the information when quizzed on it later, because they knew they could find it on their computers. In the same study, a group was asked to remember their information and the folders it was stored in. They didn't remember their information. But they remembered how to find the folders. In other words, human memory is not deteriorating but "adapting to new communications technology," Sparrow says.In a very practical way, the Internet is becoming an external hard drive for our memories, a process known as "cognitive offloading." "Traditionally, this role was fulfilled by data banks, libraries, and other humans. Your father may never remember birthdays because your mother does, for instance. Some worry that this is having a destructive effect on society, but Sparrow sees an upside. Perhaps, she suggests, the trend will change our approach to learning from a focus on individual facts and memorization to an emphasis on more conceptual thinking -something that isnot available on the Internet." I personally have never seen all that much intellectual value in memorizing things," Sparrow says, adding that we haven't lost our ability to do it.Still, other experts say it's too soon to understand how the Internet affects our brains. There is no experimental evidence showing that it interferes with our ability to focus, for instance, wrote psychologists Christopher Chabris and Daniel Simons. And surfing the web exercised the brain more than reading did among computer-save older adults in a 2008 study involving 24 participants at the Semel Institute for Neuroscience and Human Behavior at the University of California, Los Angeles.There may be costs associated with our increased reliance on the Internet but I'd have to imagine that overall the benefits are going to outweigh those costs, observes psychology professor Benjamin Storm:'It seems pretty clear that memory is changing, but is it changing for the better? At this point, we don't know.31.Sparrow's study shows that with the Internet, the human brain will ________[A] analyze information in detail[B] collect information efficiently[C] switch its focus of memory[D] extend its memory duration32.The process of "cognitive offloading"________[A] helps us identify false information[B] keeps our memory from failing[C] enables us to classify trivial facts[D] lessens our memory burdens33.Which of the following would Sparrow support about the Internet?[A] It may reform our way of learning[B] It may impact our society negatively[C] It may enhance our adaptability to technology[D] It may interfere with our conceptual thinking34. It is indicated in Para 3 that how the Internet affects our brains?[A] requires further academic research[B] is most studies in older adults[C] is reflected in our reading speed[D] depends on our web-surfing habits35. Neither Sparrow nor Storm would agree that ________[A] our reliance on the Internet will be costly[B] the Internet is weakening our memory[C] memory exercise is a must for our brain[D] our ability to focus decline with ageText 4Teenagers are paradoxical. That's a mild and detached way of saying something that parents often express with considerably stronger language. But the paradox is scientific as well as personal. In adolescence, helpless and dependent children who have relied on grown-ups for just about everything become independent people who can take care of themselves and help each other. At the same time, once cheerful and compliant children become rebellious teenage risk-takers, often to the point of self-destruction. Accidental deaths go up dramatically in adolescence.A new study published in the journal Child Development, by Eveline Crone of the University of Leiden and colleagues, suggests that the positive and negative sides of teenagers go hand in hand. The study is part of a new wave of thinking about adolescence. For a long time, scientists and policymakers concentrated on the idea that teenagers were a problem that needed to be solved. The new work emphasizes that adolescence is a time of opportunity as well as risk.The researchers studied “prosocial” and rebellious traits in more than 200 children and young adults, ranging from 11 to 28 years old. The participants filled out questionnaires about how often they did things that were altruistic and positive, like sacrificing their own interests to help a friend, or rebellious and negative, like getting drunk or staying out late. Other studies have shown that rebellious behavior increases as you become a teenager and then fades away as you grow older. But the new study shows that, interestingly, the same pattern holds for prosocial behavior. Teenagers were more likely than younger children or adults to report that they did things like unselfishly help a friend.Most significantly, there was a positive correlation between prosociality and rebelliousness. The teenagers who were more rebellious were also more likely to help others. The good and bad sides of adolescence seem to develop together.Is there some common factor that underlies these apparently contradictory developments? One idea is that teenage behavior is related to what researchers call “reward sensitivity.”Decision-making always involves balancing rewards and risks, benefits and costs. “Reward sensitivity” measures how much reward it takes to outweigh risk.Teenagers are particularly sensitive to social rewards—winning the game, impressing a new friend, getting that boy to notice you. Reward sensitivity, like prosocial behavior and risk-taking, seems to go up in adolescence and then down again as we age. Somehow, when you hit 30, the chance that something exciting and new will happen at that party just doesn’t seem to outweigh the effort of getting up off the couch.36.According to Paragraph 1, children growing into adolescence tend to ______[A] develop opposite personality traits[B] see the world in an unreasonable way[C] have fond memories of the past[D] show attention for their parents37.It can be learned from Paragraph 2 that Crone's study[A] explores teenagers' social resposibilities[B] examines teenagers' emotional problems[C] provides a new insight into adolescence[D] highlight negative adolescent behaviour38.What does Crone's study find about prosocial behavior?[A] It results from the wish to cooperate[B] It is cultivated through education[C] It is subject to family influence[D] It tends to peak in adolescence39.It can be learned from the last two paragraphs that teenagers ______[A] overstress their influence on others[B] care a lot about social recognition[C] become anxious about their future[D] endeavor to live a joyful life40. What is the text mainly about?[A] why teenagers are self-contradictory[B] why teenagers are risk-sensitive[C] How teenagers develop prosociality[D] How teenagers become independentPart BDirections:Read the following text and answer the questions by choosing the most suitable subheading from the list A-G for each of the numbered paragraphs (41-45). There are two extra subheadings which you do not need to use. Mark your answers on the ANSWER SHEET. (10 points)Net-zero rules set to send cost of new homes and extensions soaringNew building regulations aimed at improving energy efficiency are set to increase the price of new homes, as well as those of extensions and loft conversions on existing ones.The rules, which came into effect on Wednesday in England, are part of government plans to reduce the UK’s carbon emissions to net zero by 2050. They set new standards for ventilation, energy efficiency and heating, and state that new residential buildings must have charging points for electric vehicles.The moves are the most significant change to building regulations in years, and industry experts say they will inevitably lead to higher prices at a time when a shortage of materials and high labour costs is already driving up bills.Brian Berry, chief executive of the Federation of Master Builders, a trade group for small and medium-sized builders, says the measures will require new materials, testing methods, productsand systems to be installed. “All this comes at an increased cost during a time when prices are already sky high. Inevitably, consumers will have to pay more,” he says.Gareth Belsham, of surveyors Naismiths, says people who are upgrading, or extending their home, will be directly affected.“The biggest changes relate to heating and insulation,” he says. “There are new rules concerning the amount of glazing used in extensions, and any new windows or doors must be highly insulated.”Windows and doors will have to adhere to higher standards, while there are new limits on the amount of glazing you can have to reduce unwanted heat from the sun.Thomas Goodman, of MyJobQuote, a site which sources quotes, says this will bring in new restrictions for extensions.“Glazing on windows, doors and rooflights must cover no more than 25% of the floor area to prevent heat loss, ” he says.As the rules came into effect last Wednesday, property developers were rushing to file plans just before the deadline. Any plans submitted before that date are considered to be under the previous rules, and can go ahead as long as work starts before 15 June next year.Builders which have costed projects, but have not filed the paperwork, may need to go back and submit fresh estimates, says Marcus Jefford of Build Aviator, which prices projects.As the changes are aimed to make homes more energy efficient, they will eventually drive down heating bills. But in the short-term homeowners are likely to face higher costs for work. Materials prices are already up 25% in the last two years, according to figures from the Construction Products Association. How much overall prices will increase as a result of the rule changes is not clear. “While admirable in their intentions, they will add to the cost of housebuilding at a time when many already feel that they are priced out of homeownership,” says Rolande. “An average extension will probably see around £3,000 additional cost thanks to the new regs.”John Kelly, a construction lawyer at Freeths law firm, believes prices will eventually come down. But not in the immediate future. “As the marketplace adapts to the new requirements, and the technologies that support them, the scaling up of these technologies will eventually bring costs down, but in the short term, we will all have to pay the price of the necessary transition,” he says. However, the long-term effects of the changes will be more comfortable and energy-efficient homes, adds Andrew Mellor. “Homeowners will probably recoup that cost over time in energy bill savings. It will obviously be very volatile at the moment, but they will have that benefit over time.”[A] The rise of home prices is a temporarymatter.41.Brian Berry [B] Builders possibly need to submit newestimates of their projects.42.Gareth Belsham [C] There will be specific limits on homeextensions to prevent heat loss43.Marcus Jefford [D] The new rules will take home price to aneven higher lever.44.John Kelly [E] Many people feel that home prices arealready beyond what they can afford45.Andrew Mellor [F] The new rules will affect people whosehome extensions include new windows ordoors.[G] The rule changes will benefit homeownerseventually.【参考答案】41.D42.F43.B44.A45.GSection III Translation46. Directions:Translate following text into Chinese. Write your translation on the ANSWER SHEET. (15 points)In the late 18th century, William Wordsworth became famous for his poems about nature. And he was one of the founders of a movement called Romanticism, which celebrated the wonders of the natural world.Poetry is powerful. Its energy and rhythm can capture a reader, transport them to another world and make them see things differently. Through carefully selected words and phrases, poems can be dramatic, funny, beautiful, moving and inspiring.No one knows for sure when poetry began but it has been around for thousands of years, even before people could write. It was a way to tell stories and pass down history. It is closely related to song and even when written it is usually created to be performed out loud. Poems really cometo life when they are recited. This can also help with understanding them too, because the rhythm and sounds of the words become clearer.【参考译文】18世纪晚期，威廉·华兹华斯因其关于自然的诗歌而闻名。

英语2考研2024真题2024 English II Postgraduate Entrance ExaminationSection I: Use of EnglishDirections: Read the following text. Choose the best word(s) for each numbered blank and mark your answer on the ANSWER SHEET. (10 points)In the age of digital technology, privacy has become a major concern for many individuals. With the rise of social media and the internet, personal information is increasingly being1 online, raising questions about who has access to this data and how it is used. Companies often2 user data to tailor advertisements and improve their services, but this practice has led to3 concerns about the potential misuse of such information.The European Union has taken steps to address these issueswith the implementation of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). This regulation 4 companies to obtain explicit consent from users before collecting their data and5 them the right to access, correct, or delete their personal information. However, critics argue that the GDPR is6 andthat it does not go far enough in protecting user privacy.In response to these concerns, some companies have 7 to develop new technologies that prioritize privacy. For example,Apple has introduced a feature called "App Tracking Transparency," which 8 users to control whether their data is shared with third parties. While these efforts are commendable, it is 9 that the fight for privacy is an ongoing battle that requires constant vigilance and 10.1. A. shared B. leaked C. stored D. uploaded2. A. collect B. analyze C. manipulate D. utilize3. A. ethical B. financial C. environmental D. political4. A. forces B. allows C. encourages D. requires5. A. grant B. deny C. limit D. revoke6. A. ambiguous B. insufficient C. excessive D. outdated7. A. committed B. hesitated C. refused D. agreed8. A. enables B. requires C. prevents D. prohibits9. A. inevitable B. evident C. necessary D. possible10. A. innovation B. regulation C. education D. enforcementSection II: Reading ComprehensionPart ADirections: Read the following four texts. Answer the questions by choosing A, B, C, or D. Mark your answer on the ANSWER SHEET. (40 points)Text 1The recent surge in remote work has led to a significant increase in the demand for home office equipment. Companies are now scrambling to meet the needs of their employees who are working from home. This has resulted in a boom for thefurniture industry, as people are investing in ergonomic chairs and desks to create comfortable and productive workspaces.Question 21: What is the main reason for the increase in demand for home office equipment?A. The rise in remote workB. The need for ergonomic furnitureC. The boom in the furniture industryD. The scramble of companies to meet employee needsText 2The impact of climate change on global food security is a growing concern. Experts warn that rising temperatures and changing weather patterns could lead to reduced crop yields and increased food prices. This could have severe consequences for millions of people around the world who are already struggling with food insecurity.Question 22: What is the potential consequence of climate change on global food security?A. Increased crop yieldsB. Reduced food pricesC. Reduced crop yieldsD. Improved food securityText 3The use of artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare is expected to revolutionize the industry. AI has the potentialto improve diagnostics, personalize treatments, and reduce healthcare costs. However, there are concerns about the ethical implications of AI, including issues related to data privacy and patient consent.Question 23: What is one potential benefit of using AI in healthcare?A. Improved diagnosticsB. Increased healthcare costsC. Reduced data privacyD. Decreased patient consentText 4The role of education in promoting social mobility has been a topic of debate. Some argue that education is a key factor in enabling individuals to move up the social ladder, while others believe that the current education system perpetuates social inequality. The debate highlights the need for reform in education to ensure equal opportunities for all.Question 24: What is the main point of the debate on the role of education in social mobility?A. Education is key to social mobilityB. Education perpetuates social inequalityC. Education does not affect social mobilityD. Education reform is needed to ensure equal opportunitiesPart BDirections: Read the following text and answer questions 25-30 by choosing A, B, C, or D. Mark your answer on the ANSWER SHEET. (10 points)Text 5[Text omitted for brevity]Question 25: What is the main idea of the text?A. [Answer omitted for brevity]。

考研英语二真题及答案（word完整版）Section I Use of EnglishDirections:Read the following text。

Choose the best word(s)for each numbered blank and markA，B，C or D on ANSWER SHEET 1(10 points)In our contemporary culture，the prospect of communicating with-or even looking at-a stranger is virtually unbearable Everyone around us seems to agree by the way they fiddle with their phones，even without a 1 underground It's a sad reality-our desire to avoid interacting with other human beings-because there's 2 to be gained from talking to the strange r standing by you. But you wouldn't know it， 3 into your phone. This universal armor sends the 4 ："Please don't approach me."What is it that makes us feel we need to hide 5 our screens?One answer is fear, according to Jon Wortmann, executive mental coach We fear rejection，or that our innocent social advances will be 6 as"creep,"We fear we'II be 7 We fear we'II be disruptive Strangers are inherently 8 to us，so we are more likely to feel 9 when communicating with them compared with our friends and acquaintances To avoid this anxiety, we 10 to our phones."Phones become our security blanket，"Wortmann says."They are our happyglasses that protect us from what we perceive is going to be more 11 ."But once we rip off the bandaid，tuck our smartphones in our pockets and look up，it doesn't 12 so bad. In one 2011 experiment，behavioral scientists Nicholas Epley and JulianaSchroeder asked commuters to do the unthinkable: Start a 13 . They had Chicago train commuters talk to their fellow 14 . "When Dr.Epley and Ms. Schroeder asked other people in the same train station to 15 how they would feel after talking to a stranger, the commuters thought their 16 would be more pleasant if they sat on their own," the New York Times summarizes. Though the participants didn't expect a positive experience, after they 17 withthe experiment, "not a single person reported having been snubbed."18 , these commutes were reportedly more enjoyable compared with those sans communication, which makes absolute sense, 19 human beings thrive off of social connections. It's that 20 : Talking to strangers can make you feel connected.1. [A] ticket [B] permit [C]signall [D] record2. [A] nothing [B] link [C]another [D] much3. [A] beaten [B] guided [C]plugged [D] brought4. [A] message [B] cede [C]notice [D] sign5. [A] under [B] beyond [C] behind [D] from6. [A] misinterprete [B] misapplied [C] misadjusted [D] mismatched7. [A] fired [B] judged [C] replaced [D] delayed8. [A] unreasonable [B] ungreatful [C] unconventional [D] unfamiliar9. [A] comfortable [B] anxious [C] confident [D] angry10. [A] attend [B] point [C] take [D] turn11. [A] dangerous [B] mysterious [C] violent [D] boring12. [A] hurt [B] resis [C] bend [D] decay13. [A] lecture [B] conversation [C] debate [D] negotiation14. [A] trainees [B] employees [C] researchers [D] passengers15. [A] reveal [B] choose [C] predictl [D] design16. [A] voyage [B] flight [C] walk [D] ride17. [A] went through [B] did away [C] caught up [D] put up18. [A] In turn [B] In particular [C]In fact [D] In consequence19. [A] unless [B] since [C] if [D] whereas20. [A] funny [B] simple [C] Iogical [D] rare答案：1. signal2. Much3. plugged4. message5. behind6. misinterpreted7. judged8. unfamiliar9. anxious 10. turn11. dangerous 12. hurt 13. Conversation 14. passengers15. predict 16. ride 17. went through 18. in fact19. since 20. simple。

2023年全国硕士研究生入学考试英语二真题2023 National Postgraduate Entrance Examination in English II2023年全国硕士研究生入学考试英语二真题Section I: Listening Comprehension (25 minutes)Part A: Spot Dictation(1)Directions: In this part of the test, you will hear a passage and read the same passage with blanks in it. Fill in each of the blanks with the word or words you have heard on the tape. Write your answer on the Answer Sheet.(2)Questions 1 to 5 are based on the following passage.People may think that sight and hearing are the most important senses for human beings, but we can go without them and still live quite a(n) (1) life. It is true that a person who is blind or deaf has to develop other senses more, but this does not make his life impossible. However, one thing humans cannot survive without is touch.Touch provides information about the world around us. It tells us whether an object is (2) or cold, rough or smooth, hard or soft. We touch things to find out what they are like and to learn about the world we live in. We learn about (3) from touch very young, and even when we are grown, we continue learning from it. That is why people who cannot see or hear canlearn to do things almost as well as anybody else, but people who cannot touch things cannot live on their own.There have been studies done on infants who were (4) touch from other people because of insensitivity to pain. These children have a difficult time holding a baby bottle or writing. If they don't have the sensation of touch, they will not be able to live alone when they grow up.When a person loses touch with another person, or when a person gets cut off from the society around him, he feels alone. We need touch as much as we need to eat or sleep. If we (5) away from people who are close, we suffer even more than we do when we cannot eat or sleep.Part B: Listening Comprehension(1)Directions: In this part of the test, you will hear short conversations. After each conversation, you will hear a question about the conversation. The conversations and the questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a conversation and the question about it, read the four possible answers on your paper and decide which one is the best answer to the question you have heard.(2)Questions 6 to 8 are based on the following conversation.M: Have you thought about which college you want to go to?W: Yeah, I've been considering several options. But I'm still not sure where to go.Question 6: What has the woman been doing?Question 7: What is the woman's current situation?Question 8: What can be inferred from the conversation?(4)Questions 9 to 11 are based on the following conversation.M: I heard that there will be a new professor for the psychology course next semester.W: Yes, and I hope he will assign less reading than the previous professor.(5)Question 9: What will happen next semester?Question 10: How does the woman feel about the previous professor?Question 11: What can be inferred about the woman?(6)Questions 12 to 15 are based on the following passage.M: Excuse me, could you please give me directions to the nearest post office?W: Sure, just walk straight ahead for about three blocks. It will be on your left.Question 12: Where does the man want to go?Question 13: How far is it from the man's location?Question 14: Which direction should the man go?Question 15: What can be inferred from the conversation?Section II: Reading Comprehension (30 minutes)Part A: Text Completion(1)Directions: Read the following three texts. Choose the best option (A, B, C, or D) for each blank and mark your answer on the Answer Sheet.(2)Text 1Many people nowadays choose to (16) physically active to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Whether it's jogging, swimming, cycling, or participating in team sports, exercise is an important part of our daily routine. However, there are numerous benefits to adding a new dimension to your regular exercise program: engaging in mindfulness exercises.(3)Text 2Artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer just science fiction. It is now a (17) part of our daily lives. From voice assistants like Siri and Alexa torecommendation systems on streaming platforms, AI algorithms are at the core of these technologies. Despite its increasing influence, AI still (18) many people.(4)Text 3Being organized is a valuable (19) for success. It helps us manage our time effectively, reduces stress, and increases productivity. However, staying (20) is not always easy, especially in today's fast-paced world.Part B: Reading Comprehension(1)Directions: Read the following three passages. Answer the questions according to the information given in each passage. Mark your answers on the Answer Sheet.(2)Passage 1(3)Every year, millions of tons of plastic waste end up in the oceans, causing serious environmental problems. The Great Pacific Garbage Patch, located between California and Hawaii, is a massive collection of floating debris that spans an area twice the size of Texas. Plastic waste poses a significant threat to marine life, as animals can mistake it for food or become entangled in it.To tackle this issue, various solutions have been proposed, including plastic recycling and reducing single-use plastics. However, one innovative approach gaining attention is the use of sustainable materials for packaging and product design.(4)Passage 2(5)Space tourism has long been considered a futuristic concept reserved for the wealthy elite. However, with advancements in technology and private space companies like SpaceX, the dream of traveling to space may soon become a reality for ordinary citizens. While the cost of space travel remains high, several companies are working on making it more accessible to the general public.(6)Passage 3(7)The concept of universal basic income (UBI) has gained traction in recent years as a potential solution to income inequality and automation-induced job loss. UBI involves providing every citizen with a guaranteed income, regardless of their employment status. Proponents argue that it could alleviate poverty, provide a safety net, and empower individuals to pursue their passions and entrepreneurial endeavors.Section III: Vocabulary and Structure (10 minutes)Part A: Vocabulary(1)Directions: For each of the following sentences, there are four choices marked A, B, C, and D. Choose the one that best completes the sentence and mark your answer on the Answer Sheet.(2)1. The new shopping mall offers a wide variety of __________, from luxury brands to affordable options.2. The employee's __________ performance led to his promotion.3. The professor's lecture was so __________ that many of the students fell asleep.4. The company has implemented stricter __________ measures to prevent theft.5. The book provides a __________ overview of the history of modern art.Part B: Grammar and Structure(1)Directions: For each of the following sentences, there are four choices marked A, B, C, and D. Choose the one that best completes the sentence and mark your answer on the Answer Sheet.(2)6. She __________ studying for two hours when her friends called her.7. __________ you bring an umbrella, you will get wet in the rain.8. The teacher asked the students __________ they had finished their homework.9. I wish I __________ more time to spend with my family.10. It's __________ that we finish the report by tomorrow.Section IV: Error Correction (10 minutes)(1)Directions: There are ten errors in the following passage. Each line contains one error. You should correct the errors by underlining the incorrect part and writing the correct part in the corresponding space on the Answer Sheet.(2)Example:My father is lawyer. My father is a lawyer.(3)Text:China has a long history ancient civilization, (11)_________________________________dating back over 5,000 years. It is known by (12)_________________________________its rich cultural heritage and many historical (13)_________________________________landmarks. The Great Wall of China being one (14)_________________________________the most famous attractions in the world, (15)_________________________________drawing millions visitors each year. In (16)_________________________________addition, Chinese cuisine has become (17)_________________________________popular all around a world, with dishes (18)_________________________________such as dumplings and Peking duck enjoyed (19)_________________________________by people around the globe. The Chinese (20)_________________________________Section V: Writing (30 minutes)(1)Directions: In this part of the test, you are required to write an essay on the topic of "The Benefits of Bilingual Education." You should write at least 250 words and base your composition on the outline given in Chinese below:(2)双语教育的好处(3)1. 双语教育可以提高语言能力；2. 双语教育对认知能力的提升有积极影响；3. 双语教育有助于培养跨文化沟通能力；4. 双语教育对就业和全球竞争力的意义。

Section I Use of EnglishDirections:Read the following text.Choose the best word(s)for each numbered blank and mark A,B,C or D on the ANSWER SHEET.(10 points)Here's a common scenario that any number of entrepreneurs face today ：you're the CEO of a small business,and though you're making a nice 1,you need to find a way to take it to the next level.What you need to do is 2 growth by establishing a growth team.A growth team is made up of members from different departments within your company,and it harnesses the power of collaboration to focus 3 on finding ways to grow.Let's look at a real-world 4.Prior to forming a growth team,the software company BitTorrent had 50 employees working in the 5 departments of engineering,marketing and product development.This brought them good results until 2012,when their growth plateaued.The 6 was that too many customers were using the basic,free version of their product.And 7 improvements to the premium,paid version,few people were making the upgrade.Things changed,8,when an innovative project-marketing manager came aboard,9 a growth team and sparked the kind of 10 perspective they needed.By looking at engineering issues from a marketing point of view,it became clear that the 11 of upgrades wasn't due to a quality issue.Most customers were simply unaware of the premium version and what it offered.Armed with this 12,the marketing and engineering teams joined forces to raise awareness by prominently 13 the premium version to users of the free version 14,upgrades skyrocketed,and revenue increased by 92 percent.But in order for your growth team to succeed,it needs to have a strong leader.It needs someone who can 15 the interdisciplinary team and keep them on course for improvement.This leader will 16 the target area,set clear goals and establish a time frame for the 17 of these goals.The growth leader is also 18 for keeping the team focused on moving forward and steering them clear of distractions.19 attractive new ideas can be distracting,the team leader must recognize when these ideas don't 20 the current goal and need to be put on the back burner.1.[A]purchase[B]profit[C]connection[D]bet2．[A]define[B]predict[C]prioritize[D]appreciate3．[A]exclusively[B]temporarily[C]potentially[D]initially4．[A]experiment[B]proposal[C]debate[D]example5．[A]identical[B]marginal[C]provisional[D]traditional6．[A]rumor[B]secret[C]myth[D]problem7．[A]despite[B]unlike[C]through[D]besides8．[A]moreover[B]however[C]therefore[D]again9．[A]inspected[B]created[C]expanded[D]reformed10．[A]cultural[B]objective[C]fresh[D]personal11．[A]end[B]burden[C]lack[D]decrease12．[A]policy[B]suggestion[C]purpose[D]insight13．[A]contributing[B]allocating[C]promoting[D]transferring 14．[A]As a result[B]At any rate[C]By the way[D]In a sense 15．[A]unite[B]finance[C]follow[D]choose16．[A]share[B]identify[C]divide[D]broaden17．[A]announcement[B]assessment[C]adjustment[D]accomplishment 18．[A]famous[B]responsible[C]available[D]respectable19．[A]Before[B]Once[C]While[D]Unless20．[A]serve[B]limit[C]summarize[D]alterSection II Reading ComprehensionPart ADirections:Read the followingfour texts.Answer the questions below each text by choosing A,B,C or D.Mark your answers on the ANSWER SHEET.(40points)Text1In the quest for the perfect lawn,homeowners across the country are taking a shortcut-and it is the environment that is paying the price.About eight million square metres of plastic grass is sold each year but opposition has now spread to the highest gardening circles.The Chelsea Flower Show has banned fake grass from this year's event,declaring it to be not part of its ethos.The Royal Horticultural Society(RHS),which runs the annual show in west London,says it has introduced the ban because of the damage plastic grass does to the environment and biodiversity.Ed Horne,of the RHS,said:“We launched our sustainability strategy last year and fake grass is just not in line with our ethos and views on plastic.We recommend using real grass because of its environmental benefits,which include supporting wildlife,alleviating flooding and cooling the environment.”The RHS's decision comes as campaigners try to raise awareness of theproblems fake grass causes.A Twitter account,which claims to“cut through the green-wash”of artificial grass,already has more than 20,000followers.It is trying to encourage people to sign two petitions,one callingfor a ban on the sale of plastic grass and another calling for an“ecologicaldamage”tax on such lawns.They have gathered 7,276 and 11,282signaturesHowever,supporters of fake grass point out that there is also anenvironmental impact with natural lawns,which need mowing andtherefore usually consume electricity or petrol.The industry also pointsout that real grass requires considerable amounts of water,weed killer orother treatments and that people who lay fake grass tend to use theirgarden more.The industry also claims that people who lay fake grassspend an average of£500 on trees or shrubs for their garden,whichprovides habitat for insects.In response to another petition last year about banning fake lawns,which gathered 30,000 signatures,the government responded that it has“no plans to ban the use of artificial grass.It added:"We prefer to help people and organizations make the right choice rather than legislating on such matters,However the use of artificial grass must comply with the legal and policy safeguards in place to protect biodiversity and ensure sustainable drainage,while measures such as the strengthened biodiversity duty should serve to encourage public authorities to consider sustainable alternatives.”21.The RHS thinks that plastic grass________.[A]is harmful to the environment[B]is a hot topic in gardening circles[C]is overpraised in the annual show[D]is ruining the view of west London22.The petitions mentioned in Paragraph 3 reveal the campaigners’________.[A]disappointment with the RHS[B]resistance to fake grass use[C]anger over the proposed tax[D]concern about real grass supply23.In Paragraph 4,supporters of fake grass point out________.[A]the necessity to lower the costs of fake grass[B]the disadvantages of growing real grass[C]the way to take care of artificial lawns[D]the challenges of insect habitat protection24.What would the government do with regard to artificial grass?[A]Urge legislation to restrict its use.[B]Take measures to guarantee its quality.[C]Remind its users to obey existing rules[D]Replace it with sustainable alternatives.25.It can be learned from the text that fake grass______.[A]is being improved continuously[B]has seen a market share decline[C]is becoming increasingly affordable[D]has been a controversial productText2It's easy to dismiss as absurd the federal government's ideas for plugging the chronic funding gap of our national parks.Can anyone really think it's a good idea to allow Amazon deliveries to your tent in Yosemite or food trucks to line up under the redwood trees at Sequoia National Park?But the government is right about one thing:U.S.national parks are in crisis.Collectively,they have a maintenance backlog of more than$12 billion.Roads,trails,restrooms,visitor centers and other infrastructure are crumbling.But privatizing and commercializing the campgrounds would not be a cure-all.Campgrounds are a tiny portion of the overall infrastructure backlog,and businesses in the parks hand over,on average,only about 5%of their revenues to the National Park Service.Moreover,increased privatization would certainly undercut one of the major reasons why 300 million visitors come to the parks each year:to enjoy nature and get a break from the commercial drumbeat that overwhelms daily life.The real problem is that the parks have been chronically starved of funding.An economic survey of 700U.S.taxpayers found that people would be willing to pay a significant amount of money to make sure the parks and their programs are kept intact.Some 81%of respondents said they would be willing to pay additional taxes for the next 10 years to avoid any cuts to the national parks.The national parks provide great value to U.S.residents both as places to escape and as symbols of nature.On top of this,they produce value from their extensive educational programs,their positive impact on the climate through carbon sequestration,their contribution to our cultural and artistic life,and of course through tourism.The parks also help keep America's past alive,working with thousands of local jurisdictions around the country to protect historical sites and to bring the stories of these places to life.The parks do all this on a shoestring.Congress allocates only＄3billion a year to the national park system-an amount that has been flat since 2001(in inflation-adjusted dollars)with the exception of a onetime boost in 2009.Meanwhile,the number of annual visitors has increased by more than50%since 1980,and now stands a t330 million visitors per year. 26.what problem are U.S.national parks facedwith?[A]Decline of business profits[B]Inadequate commercialization[C]Lack of transportation services[D]poorly maintained infrastructure27.Increased privatization of the campgroundsmay________.[A]spoil visitor experience[B]help preserve nature[C]bring operational pressure[D]boost visits to parks28.According to paragraph 5 most respondents in the surveywould[A]go to the national parks on a regular basis[B]advocate a bigger budget for the national parks[C]agree to pay extra for the national parks[D]support the national parks'receive reformsText3The Internet may be changing merely what we remember,not our capacity to do so,suggests Columbia University psychology professor Betsy Sparrow.In 2011,Sparrow led a study in which participants were asked to record 40 factoids in a computer(“an ostrich's eye is bigger than its brain,”for example).Half of the participants were told the information would be erased,while the other half were told it would be saved.Guess what?The latter group made no effort to recall the information when quizzed on it later,because they knew they could find it on their computers.In the same study,a group was asked to remember both the information and the folders it was stored in.They didn't remember the information,but they remembered how to find the folders.In other words,human memory is not deteriorating but“adopting to new communications technology,”Sparrow says.In a very practical way,the Internet is becoming an external hard drive for our memories,a process known as“cognitiveoffloading.”Traditionally,this role was fulfilled by data banks,libraries,and other humans.Your father may never remember birthdays because your mother does,for instance.Some worry that this is having a destructive effect on society,but Sparrow sees an upside.Perhaps,she suggests,the trend will change our approach to learning from a focus on individual facts and memorization to an emphasis on more conceptual thinking something that is not available on the Internet.“I personally have never seen all that much intellectual value in memorizing things,”Sparrow says,adding that we haven’t lost our ability to do it.Still other experts say it’s too soon to understand how the Internet affects our brains.There is no experimental evidence showing that it interferes with our ability to focus,for instance,wrote psychologists Christopher Chabris and Daniel.J.Simons.And surfing the web exercisedthe brain more than reading did among computer-savvy older adults in a 2008 study involving 24 participants at the Semel Institute for Neuroscience and Human Behavior at the University of California,Los Angeles.“There may be costs associated with our increased reliance on the Internet,but I’d have to imagine that overall the benefits are going to outweigh those costs,”observes psychology professor Benjamin Storm.“It seems pretty clear that memory is changing,but is it changing for the better?At this point,we don't know.”31.Sparrow’s study shows that with the Internet,the human brainwill________.[A]analyze information in detail[B]collect information efficiently[C]switch its focus of memory[D]extend its memory duration32.The process of“cognitive offloading”________.[A]helps us identify false information[B]keeps our memory from failing[C]Enables us to classify trivial facts[D]lessens our memory burdens33.Which of the following would Sparrow support about theInternet?[A]It may reform our learning approach[B]It may impact our society negatively[C]It may enhance our adaptability to technology[D]It may interfere with our conceptual thinking34.It is indicated in Paragraph 3 that how the Internet affects our brains[A]requires further academic research[B]is most studied in older adults[C]is reflected in our reading speed[D]depends on our web-surfing habits35.Neither Sparrow nor Storm would agree that________.[A]our reliance on the Internet will be costly[B]the Internet is weakening our memory[C]memory exercise is a must for our brains[D]our ability to focus declines with ageText436.According to Paragraph,children growing into adolescence tend to[A]develop opposite personality traits[B]see the word in an unreasonable way[C]have fond memories of their past[D]show affection for their parents37.It can be learned from 2 that Crone'sstudy________.[A]explores teenagers'socialresponsibilities[B]examines teenagers'emotionalproblems[C]provides a new insight intoadolescence[D]highlights negative adolescentbehavior38.What does crone's study find about prosocialbehavior?[A]It results from the wish to cooperate[B]It is cultivated through education[C]It is subject to family influence[D]It tends to peak in adolescence39.It can be learned from the last two paragraphs that teenagers________.[A]over-stress their influence on others[B]care a lot about social recognition[C]Become anxious about their future[D]Endeavor to live a joyful life40.What is the text mainly about________.[A]Why teenagers are self-contradictory.[B]Why teenagers arerisk-sensitive.[C]How teenagers develop prosociality.[D]How teenagers become independent.Part BDirections:Read the following text and match each of the numbered items in the left column to its corresponding information in the right column.There are two extra choices in the right column.Mark your answers on the ANSWER SHEET.(10points)Net-zero rules set to send cost of new homes and extensionssoaringNew building regulations aimed at improving energy efficiency are set to increase the price of new homes,as well as those of extensions and loft conversions on existing ones.The rules,which came into effect on Wednesday in England,are part of government plans to reduce the UK's carbon emissions to net zero by 2050.They set new standards for ventilation,energy efficiency and heating,and state that new residential buildings must have charging points for electric vehicles.The moves are the most significant change to building regulations in years,and industry experts say they will inevitably lead to higher prices at a time when a shortage of materials and high labour costs are already driving up bills.Brian Berry,chief executive of the Federation of MasterBuilders,saysthe measures will require new materials,testing methods,products and systems to be installed.“All this comes at an increased cost during a time when prices are already sky high.Inevitably,consumers will have to pay more,"he says.Gareth Belsham,of surveyors Naismiths,says people who are upgrading,or extending their home,will be directly affected.“The biggest changes relate to heating and insulation,”he explains.“There are new rules concerning the amount of glazing used in extensions,and any new windows or doors must be highly insulated.”Windows and doors will have to adhere to higher standards,while there are new limits on the amount of glazing you can have to reduce unwanted heat from the sun.Thomas Goodman,of MyJobQuote,says this will bring in newrestrictions for extensions.“Glazing on windows,doors and rooflightsmust cover no more than 25%of the floor area to prevent heat loss,"hesays.As the rules came into effect last Wednesday,property developerswere rushing to file plans just before the deadline.Any plans submittedbefore that date are considered to be under the previous rules,and can goahead as long as work starts before 15 June next year.Builders which have costed projects,but have not filed thepaperwork,may need to go back and submit fresh estimates,says MarcusJefford of Build Aviator.Materials prices are already up 25%in the last two years.How much overall prices will increase as a result of the rule changes is notclear."Whilst admirable in their intentions,they will add to the cost ofhousebuilding at a time when many already feel that they are priced out ofhomeownership,"says Jonathan Rolande of the National Association ofProperty Buyers.“An average extension will probably see around£3,000additional cost thanks to the new regs."John Kelly,a construction lawyer at Freeths law firm,believes priceswill eventually come down.But not in the immediate future."As themarketplace adapts to the new requirements,and the technologies thatsupport them,the scaling up of these technologies will eventually bringcosts down,but in the short term,we will all have to pay the price of the necessary transition.”he says.However,the long-term effects of the changes will be more comfortable and energy-efficient homes,adds Andrew Mellor,of PRP architects.“Homeowners will probably recoup that cost over time in energy bill savings.It will obviously be very volatile at the moment,but they will46.Directions:Translate the following text into Chinese.Write your translation on on the ANSWER SHEET.(15points)In the late 18th century,William Wordsworth became famous for his poems about nature.And he was one of the founders of a movement called Romanticism,which celebrated the wonders of the natural world.Poetry is powerful.Its energy and rhythm can capture a reader,transport them to another world and make them see things differently.Through carefully selected words and phrases,poems can bedramatic,funny,beautiful,moving and inspiring.No one knows for sure when poetry began but it has been around for thousands of years,even before people could write.It was a way to tell stories and pass down history.It is closely related to song and even when written it is usually created to be performed out loud.Poems really come to life when they are recited.This can also help with understanding them too,because the rhythm and sounds of the words become clearer. Section IV WritingPart A47.DirectionsAn art exhibition and a robot show are to be held on Sunday and yourfriend David asks you which one he should go to.Write him an email to1)make a suggestion,and2)give your reason(s)Write your answer in about 100 words on the ANSWER SHEETDo not use your own name in your email,use“Li Ming”instead.(10points)Part B48.Directions:Write an essay based on the chart below.In your writing,youshould 1)describe and interpret the chart and2)give your comments.Write your answer in about 150 words on the ANSWER SHEET.(15 points)health literacy健康素养2011-2021我国居民健康素养水平。

2024研究生考试英语二试题一、选择题（每题2分，共20分）The company _______ a new product to the market last month.A. launchedB. establishedC. introducedD. developedThe report _______ a detailed analysis of the current economic situation.A. containsB. includesC. comprisesD. coversShe _______ her job as a teacher to pursue a career in writing.A. gave upB. gave awayC. gave outD. gave inThe novel is set in a _______ town in the 19th century.A. fictionalB. historicalC. traditionalD. literaryThe scientist's theory _______ the existing knowledge in the field.A. contradictedB. complementedC. contrastedD. contrasted with_______ the weather, we decided to have an outdoor barbecue.A. In spite ofB. In view ofC. In favor ofD. In terms ofThe government has _______ new measures to tackle the problem of air pollution.A. takenB. introducedC. madeD. broughtThe movie was so _______ that I fell asleep halfway through.A. boringB. interestingC. excitingD. amazingIt was only when he saw the photo _______ he realized who the man was.A. thatB. whichC. whatD. whoThe project, _______ in 2020, aims to improve the efficiency of energy production.A. launchedB. to be launchedC. having launchedD. being launched二、填空题（每题1分，共10分）1.The _______ (process) of making tea involves several steps, including boilingwater and steeping the tea leaves.2.The _______ (importance) of education cannot be overstated, as it lays thefoundation for a person's future.3.The _______ (conclusion) of the study suggested that exercise had a positiveimpact on mental health.4.The book was written by a(n) _______ (well-known) author and attracted a lotof attention.5.The _______ (discovery) of the new planet was a groundbreaking event in the fieldof astronomy.6.The company's _______ (financial) performance has improved significantly inrecent years.7.The _______ (goal) of the project is to reduce energy consumption and increaseefficiency.8.The _______ (decision) to cancel the event was made due to low participation.9.The _______ (conclusion) of the argument was that both sides had valid points.10.The government is working on a plan to improve _______ (infrastructure) in ruralareas.三、作文（20分）Title: The Future of Artificial Intelligence: Opportunities and ChallengesDirections: Write an essay of about 200 words discussing the opportunities and challenges of artificial intelligence (AI) in the future. Analyze how AI is likely to affect various aspects of society, including economy, education, and privacy. Finally, offer your own on how to balance the benefits and risks of AI development.。

2024年全国硕士研究生入学考试英语二试题全文共3篇示例，供读者参考篇1National Master's Entrance Examination 2024Part I Listening ComprehensionSection ADirections: In this section, you will hear five short conversations. At the end of each conversation, a question will be asked about what was said. The conversations and the questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a conversation and the question about it, read the four possible answers on your paper, and decide which one is the best answer to the question you have heard.1. A. By car.B. By bus.C. By plane.D. By train.2. A. Black.B. Blue.C. Red.D. White.3. A. At 2:00.B. At 2:15.C. At 2:30.D. At 2:45.4. A. She's from France.B. She's from Germany.C. She's from Italy.D. She's from Spain.5. A. In a restaurant.B. In a library.C. In a park.D. In a classroom. Section BDirections: In this section, you will hear a passage three times. When the passage is read for the first time, you should listen carefully for its general idea. When the passage is read for the second time, you are required to fill in the blanks numbered from 6 to 10 with the exact words you have just heard. For the third time, please check what you have written.6. ________________7. ________________8. ________________9. ________________10. ________________Part II Reading ComprehensionDirections: There are four passages in this part. Each passage is followed by some questions or unfinished statements. For each of them, there are four choices marked A, B, C, or D. You should decide on the best choice and mark the corresponding letter on your Answer Sheet.Passage OneQuestions 11 to 15 are based on Passage One.11. What is the aim of the passage?A. To introduce information about Facebook.B. To discuss the disadvantages of using Facebook.C. To emphasize the importance of Facebook.D. To provide opinions on using Facebook.12. According to the passage, what can be inferred about Facebook?A. It is beneficial for students' academic performance.B. It poses a threat to students' academic performance.C. It has no impact on students' academic performance.D. It is mainly used by teachers.13. Which of the following is NOT mentioned in the passage?A. Social networking.B. Facebook addiction.C. Class participation.D. Teacher satisfaction.14. What contributes to students' excessive use of Facebook?A. Lack of interest in education.B. Need for social approval.C. Strict regulations on internet use.D. Limited access to technology.15. What does the passage suggest about controlling Facebook use among students?A. It can be achieved through punishment.B. It requires teachers' active involvement.C. It should be left to students' discretion.D. It will not affect students' academic performance.Passage TwoQuestions 16 to 20 are based on Passage Two.16. What is the main topic of the passage?A. The benefits of reading.B. The impact of technology on reading.C. The history of reading.D. The decline of reading habits.17. According to the passage, what has contributed to the decline in reading habits?A. The popularity of e-books.B. The convenience of audiobooks.C. The limited access to libraries.D. The lack of educational programs.18. What can be inferred about reading in the digital age?A. It has led to an increase in reading habits.B. It has transformed the way people read.C. It has eliminated the need for traditional books.D. It has made reading less enjoyable.19. What does the author suggest regarding reading choices?A. People should only read classic literature.B. People should explore different genres.C. People should avoid reading non-fiction.D. People should focus on reading bestsellers.20. What impact does the author believe reading can have on individuals?A. It can improve mental health.B. It can lead to social isolation.C. It can hinder cognitive development.D. It can limit creativity.Passage ThreeQuestions 21 to 25 are based on Passage Three.21. What is the main purpose of the passage?A. To introduce the benefits of meditation.B. To discuss the popularity of mindfulness.C. To emphasize the importance of relaxation.D. To describe the practice of meditation.22. What did the study by JAMA Internal Medicine find about the effects of meditation?A. It can help reduce stress levels.B. It has no impact on physical health.C. It can increase the risk of heart disease.D. It is only effective for young adults.23. How does the author view the future of meditation?A. It will become less popular.B. It will replace traditional medicine.C. It will continue to gain acceptance.D. It will lose its effectiveness.24. According to the passage, what benefit does mindfulness meditation offer?A. Improved mental clarity.B. Enhanced physical strength.C. Higher academic achievement.D. Reduced social interactions.25. What conclusion can be drawn from the passage?A. Meditation is a temporary trend.B. Meditation has no proven benefits.C. Meditation can have positive effects.D. Meditation is only for the elderly.Part III Cloze TestDirections: In this section, there are 10 blanks in Passage Four. For each blank, there are four choices marked A, B, C, and D. You should choose the best answer and mark the corresponding letter on your Answer Sheet.Passage FourOne of the most important skills for anyone who is using English as a second language is the ability to listen. When people start learning a language, they usually focus on(26)_________ from books, which is important, but listening plays a vital role in improving(27)_________ listening comprehension. Listening to native speakers can help you understand proper pronunciation and intonation. The (28)_________ you listen to English, the more familiar you will become with the language. This will enable you to understand different accents and dialects more easily.(29)_________ English is not only about listening to others speak but also about understanding what is being said. This is why listening practice is so important. It helpslearners(30)_________ the language in real-life situations. Many people find it difficult to follow a conversation between native speakers because they are used to(31)_________ in a structured classroom environment. Listening to various English materials,such as podcasts, news broadcasts, and movies, can improve your listening(32)_________.In addition, listening can(33)_________ vocabulary acquisition. By listening to spoken English, you will become more familiar with the words and phrases that native speakers use. This can help you expand your vocabulary and improve your abilityto(34)_________ effectively. As you listen to more English, you will become more confident in your ability to(35)_________ spoken language.26. A. learningB. learnC. learnedD. to learn27. A. theirB. hisC. herD. your28. A. frequentlyB. frequentC. more frequentD. most frequent29. A. LearningB. To learnC. LearnedD. To learning30. A. usingB. usesC. useD. used31. A. studyB. studiedC. studyingD. to study32. A. capabilityB. capableC. capabilitiesD. capably33. A. promoteB. promotingC. promotesD. promoted34. A. communicateB. communicationC. communicativeD. communications35. A. understandB. understandingC. understoodD. understandsPart IV WritingSection ADirections: In this section, you are required to write a short essay on the topic of "The Importance of Higher Education inToday's Society." You should write at least 200 words and present your opinion with relevant examples and explanations.Section BDirections: In this section, you are required to write an email to a professor requesting feedback on your research paper. In your email, you should introduce yourself, provide a brief overview of your paper, and politely ask for the professor's feedback. You should write at least 100 words and ensure your email is well-structured and professional.End of TestGood luck with your examination!篇22024 National Postgraduate Entrance ExaminationEnglish IIPart I Reading Comprehension (40 points)Section ADirections: In this section, there are four passages followed by questions or incomplete statements. Each passage is followed by some questions or unfinished statements. For each of them,there are four choices marked A), B), C) and D). You should decide on the best choice and mark the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the center.Passage OneQuestions 1 to 5 are based on this passage.Water scarcity is becoming an increasing problem globally, with many countries facing the challenge of limited access to clean drinking water. The number of people suffering from water scarcity is expected to rise due to factors such as climate change and polluted water sources. This issue not only affects human health, but also has serious implications for agriculture and food production.1. What is the main problem discussed in the passage?A) Climate change.B) Water scarcity.C) Health issues.D) Food production.2. What is causing the increase in water scarcity?A) Pollution.B) Climate change.C) Population growth.D) Industrial development.3. Why is water scarcity a serious problem for agriculture?A) It affects food production.B) It causes pollution.C) It leads to climate change.D) It harms human health.4. What is the expected outcome of water scarcity?A) Increased access to clean water.B) Enhanced food production.C) Medical breakthroughs.D) More people suffering.5. What does the passage suggest about the future of water resources?A) They will remain stable.B) They will become more plentiful.C) They will become scarcer.D) They will become more polluted.Passage TwoQuestions 6 to 10 are based on this passage.Electric vehicles (EVs) are gaining popularity as a more environmentally friendly alternative to traditionalgasoline-powered cars. The adoption of EVs can help reduce air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions, contributing to efforts to combat climate change. However, the high cost of EVs and limited charging infrastructure are barriers to widespread adoption.6. What is the main advantage of EVs over traditional cars?A) They are cheaper to purchase.B) They are more powerful.C) They produce less pollution.D) They have longer range.7. How do EVs help combat climate change?A) By increasing air pollution.B) By emitting fewer greenhouse gases.C) By consuming more energy.D) By using fossil fuels.8. What is a barrier to the widespread adoption of EVs?A) Low fuel efficiency.B) High cost.C) Lack of power.D) Limited speed.9. Why is charging infrastructure important for EVs?A) It reduces emissions.B) It improves performance.C) It extends battery life.D) It increases convenience.10. What is the potential impact of widespread EV adoption?A) Increased air pollution.B) Reduced greenhouse gas emissions.C) Higher energy consumption.D) More fossil fuel use.Section BDirections: In this section, you will read several passages. Each passage is followed by several questions or unfinished statements. For each of them, there is a choice of four alternatives marked A), B), C) and D). You should decide on the best choice and mark the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the center.Passage ThreeQuestions 11 to 15 are based on this passage.Technology plays a significant role in modern education, offering new opportunities for learning and teaching. Tools such as online courses and educational apps have transformed the way students access information and interact with teachers. However, there are concerns about the impact of technology on students' attention spans and academic performance.11. What does technology provide in modern education?A) New opportunities.B) Traditional methods.C) Fewer resources.D) Limited access.12. How have online courses and educational apps changed education?A) They have decreased student-teacher interactions.B) They have improved student performance.C) They have limited information access.D) They have caused distractions.13. What are some concerns about technology in education?A) Increased student engagement.B) Reduced attention spans.C) Enhanced academic performance.D) Improved teaching methods.14. What impact does technology have on students' attention spans?A) It improves focus.B) It decreases concentration.C) It enhances memory.D) It boosts creativity.15. How does technology influence academic performance?A) It has a positive impact.B) It has a negative impact.C) It has no impact.D) It depends on the student.Passage FourQuestions 16 to 20 are based on this passage.The rise of social media has transformed how people communicate and share information online. Platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram allow users to connect with others, express opinions, and discover new content. However, there are concerns about privacy, cyberbullying, and misinformation on social media.16. What has social media changed in online communication?A) Information sharing.B) Connectivity.C) Privacy.D) Content discovery.17. What can users do on social media platforms?A) Connect with others.B) Protect their privacy.C) Avoid cyberbullying.D) Share misinformation.18. What are some concerns about social media?A) Information sharing.B) Privacy violations.C) Positive interactions.D) Authentic content.19. How do privacy issues affect social media users?A) They enhance security.B) They increase trust.C) They raise concerns.D) They improve communication.20. What is a potential downside of social media use?A) Enhanced connectivity.B) Cyberbullying.C) Privacy protection.D) Misinformation prevention.Part II Vocabulary and Structure (20 points)Directions: There are 20 incomplete sentences in this part. For each sentence, there are four choices marked A), B), C) and D). You should choose the one that best completes the sentence and mark your choice on the Answer Sheet.21. The temperature dropped ___________ we had to cancel the picnic.A) unlessB) soC) thereforeD) consequently22. Mary is the _____ girl on the team, always cheering her teammates on.A) happyB) nicestC) happierD) happiest23. The government has implemented new __________ to reduce traffic congestion.A) rulesB) lawsC) regulationsD) restrictions24. The world's oceans are facing a ___________ threat from pollution and climate change.A) significantB) littleC) minorD) minor25. _________ the rain, the farmers' crops will be ruined.A) WithoutB) DespiteC) AlthoughD) Even26. Tom enjoys _________ different types of cuisine when he travels.A) tastingB) testedC) tasteD) tastes27. The students _________ in the library when the fire alarm went off.A) studyingB) were studiedC) were studyingD) is studying28. We must _________ measures to protect the environment.A) takeB) takingC) tookD) taking29. The company plans to _________ its production capacity by 20%.A) increaseB) increasedC) increasingD) increases30. The movie was _________ long, so we left before it finished.A) soB) tooC) suchD) veryPart III Reading Comprehension (40 points)Directions: There are four passages in this part. Each passage is followed by several questions or unfinished statements. For each one, there are four choices marked A), B), C) and D). Choose the best one and mark it on the Answer Sheet.Passage FiveQuestions 31 to 35 are based on this passage.Climate change is a pressing issue that requires immediate action to mitigate its effects. Rising global temperatures, extreme weather events, and sea-level rise are some of the consequences of climate change. Governments, businesses, and individuals must work together to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and transition to renewable energy sources.31. What issue requires immediate action?A) Pollution.B) Climate change.C) Deforestation.D) Water scarcity.32. What are some consequences of climate change?A) Decreased temperatures.B) Increased greenhouse gases.C) Rising sea levels.D) Improved weather.33. Who needs to collaborate to address climate change?A) Governments, businesses, and individuals.B) Scientists only.C) Corporations.D) Politicians.34. What must be done to mitigate climate change?A) Increase greenhouse gas emissions.B) Reduce renewable energy sources.C) Promote deforestation.D) Transition to renewable energy sources.35. What is a key solution to combat climate change?A) Plant more trees.B) Reduce emissions.C) Use fossil fuels.D) Ignore the problem.Passage SixQuestions 36 to 40 are based on this passage.Artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing various industries, from healthcare to finance. Through machine learning and data analysis, AI systems can automate tasks, improve efficiency, and enhance decision-making processes. However, there are concerns about the ethical implications and potential job displacement caused by AI.36. What is revolutionizing industries?A) Automation.B) Robotics.C) Artificial intelligence.D) Data analysis.37. How can AI systems improve efficiency?A) Through data analysis.B) By reducing tasks.C) By employing more people.D) By increasing errors.38. What are some ethical concerns about AI?A) Job displacement.B) Data analysis.C) Automation.D) Potential biases.39. What could AI systems lead to in terms of jobs?A) Increased opportunities.B) Enhanced creativity.C) Job displacement.D) Improved work-life balance.40. How can the ethical implications of AI be addressed?A) Through increased automation.B) By reducing data analysis.C) By implementing regulations.D) Through job displacement.Part IV Writing (20 points)Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write a composition on the topic: The Importance of Learning English. You should write at least 120 words following the outline given below in Chinese:1. 英语是一门国际通用语言，具有重要的地位。

英语二考研真题2024# English II Postgraduate Entrance Examination 2024## Section I: Use of English### Part A: Reading ComprehensionDirections: Read the following four texts. Answer the questions by choosing A, B, C, or D. Mark your answers on the Answer Sheet.Text 1: The Impact of Technology on EducationIn recent years, the integration of technology into the classroom has been a topic of much debate. While some argue that it enhances learning, others believe it can be a distraction. This text explores the benefits and drawbacks of using technology in education.Questions:1. What is the main topic of the text?A. The debate over technology in educationB. The history of educational technologyC. The types of technology used in classroomsD. The future of education without technology2. What is one benefit of using technology in education mentioned in the text?A. Increased student engagementB. Reduced classroom costsC. Decreased student interactionD. Elimination of the need for teachers3. What is a potential drawback of using technology in education?A. It can help students focus better.B. It may lead to a lack of face-to-face interaction.C. It always improves test scores.D. It is too expensive for most schools.Text 2: Climate Change and Its EffectsClimate change is one of the most pressing issues of our time. This text examines the causes of climate change and itseffects on the environment, including rising sea levels, extreme weather events, and the loss of biodiversity.Questions:4. What does the text primarily discuss?A. The causes of climate changeB. The solutions to climate changeC. The denial of climate changeD. The history of climate change research5. What is one effect of climate change mentioned in the text?A. Increased agricultural yieldsB. Decreased global temperaturesC. Rising sea levelsD. The stabilization of weather patterns6. What does the text suggest about the future if climate change continues unchecked?A. It will lead to a more stable environment.B. It will have no significant impact.C. It will result in irreversible damage.D. It will benefit certain industries.### Part B: Cloze TestDirections: For each blank in the following passage, there are four choices marked A, B, C, and D. Choose the one that best fits the context and mark your answer on the Answer Sheet.In the digital age, privacy has become a 71 concern for many individuals. The rise of social media has made it easier than ever to 72 personal information. Companies collect data to 73 their services and 74 advertisements. However, this has raised questions about 75 and the potential misuse of this data.71.A. minorB. majorC. negligibleD. occasional72.A. secureB. shareC. discloseD. conceal73. A. customizeB. abandonC. evaluateD. duplicate74.A. obscureB. targetC. diversifyD. reject75.A. ethicsB. aestheticsC. dynamicsD. statistics## Section II: Reading Comprehension### Part A: Reading in DepthQuestions 76-80 are based on the following text.Text 3: The Benefits of BilingualismBeing bilingual offers numerous cognitive and social advantages. This text delves into the benefits of speaking two languages, including enhanced problem-solving skills,better multitasking abilities, and improved memory.Questions:76. What is the main idea of the text?A. The challenges of being bilingual.B. The social implications of bilingualism.C. The cognitive benefits of bilingualism.D. The economic advantages of bilingualism.77. According to the text, which of the following is abenefit of bilingualism?A. Increased risk of cognitive decline.B. Improved ability to learn new languages.C. Reduced memory capacity.D. Decreased problem-solving skills.78. What does the text suggest about the relationship between bilingualism and cognitive flexibility?A. There is no significant relationship.B. Bilingualism may hinder cognitive flexibility.C. Bilingualism can improve cognitive flexibility.D. Cognitive flexibility decreases with age in bilingual individuals.79. What is one social advantage of bilingualism mentioned in the text?A. It can lead to cultural misunderstandings.B. It can facilitate better communication with a wider range of people.C. It can limit job opportunities.D. It can cause。

2023年全国硕士研究生招生考试《英语二》真题及答案一.完形填空下列每小题的四个选项中，只有一项是最符合题意的正确答案，多选、错选或不选均不得分。

材料题根据以下材料，回答1-20题。

Here’s a common scenario that any number of entrepreneurs face today:you’re the CEO of a small business,and though you’re making a nice 1 ,you need to find a way to take it to the next level.What you need to do is 2 growth by establishing a growth team.A growth team is made up of members from different departments within your company,and it harnesses the power of collaboration to focus 3 on finding ways to grow. Let’s look at a real-world 4 .Prior to forming a growth team,the software company BitTorrent had50employees working in the 5 departments of engineering, marketing and product development.This brought them good results until2012,when their growth plateaued.The 6 was that too many customers were using the basic,free version of their product.And 7 improvements to the premium,paid version,few people were making the upgrade. Things changed, 8 ,when an innovative project-marketing manager came aboard, 9 a growth team and sparked the kind of 10 perspective they needed.By looking at engineering issues from a marketing point of view,it became clear that the 11 of upgrades wasn’t due to a quality issue.Most customers were simply unaware of the premium version and what it offered. Armed with this 12 ,the marketing and engineering teams joined forces to raise awareness by prominently 13 the premium version to users of the free version 14 ,upgrades skyrocketed,and revenue increased by92percent. But in order for your growth team to succeed,it needs to have a strong leader.It needs someone who can 15 the interdisciplinary team and keep them on course for improvement.This leader will 16 the target area,set clear goals and establish a time frame for the 17 of these goals. The growth leader is also 18 for keeping the team focused on moving forward and steering them clear of distractions. 19 attractive new ideas can be distracting,the team leader must recognize when these ideas don’t 20 the current goal and need to be put on the back burner.1.【完形填空】第1题A.purchaseB.profitC.connectionD.bet正确答案：B2.【完形填空】第2题A.defineB.predictC.prioritizeD.appreciate正确答案：D3.【完形填空】第3题A.exclusivelyB.temporarilyC.potentiallyD.initially正确答案：A4.【完形填空】第4题A.experimentB.proposalC.debateD.example正确答案：D5.【完形填空】第5题A.identicalB.marginalC.provisionalD.traditional正确答案：D6.【完形填空】第6题A.rumorB.secretC.mythD.problem正确答案：D7.【完形填空】第7题A.despiteB.unlikeC.throughD.besides正确答案：A8.【完形填空】第8题A.moreoverB.howeverC.thereforeD.again正确答案：B9.【完形填空】第9题A.inspectedB.createdC.expandedD.reformed正确答案：B10.【完形填空】第10题A.culturalB.objectiveC.freshD.personal正确答案：C11.【完形填空】第11题A.endB.burdenckD.decrease正确答案：C12.【完形填空】第12题A.policyB.suggestionC.viewD.result正确答案：D13.【完形填空】第13题A.contributingB.allocatingC.promotingD.transferring正确答案：C14.【完形填空】第14题A.As a resultB.At any rateC.By the wayD.In a sense正确答案：A15.【完形填空】第15题A.uniteB.financeC.followD.choose正确答案：A16.【完形填空】第16题A.shareB.identifyC.divideD.broaden正确答案：B17.【完形填空】第17题A.announcementB.assessmentC.adjustmentD.accomplishment正确答案：D18.【完形填空】第18题A.famousB.responsibleC.availableD.respectable正确答案：B19.【完形填空】第19题A.BeforeB.OnceC.WhileD.Unless正确答案：C20.【完形填空】第20题A.serveB.limitC.summarizeD.alter正确答案：A二.【阅读理解Part A】下列每小题的四个选项中，只有一项是最符合题意的正确答案，多选、错选或不选均不得分。