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广外英语专业毕业水平考试真题及答案Guangwai English Proficiency Test: A Comprehensive Analysis The Guangwai English Proficiency Test (GEPT) gauges the English proficiency of non-native speakers. It is widely recognized by universities, employers, and government agencies in China and abroad. The test assesses candidates' abilities in four key areas: listening, reading, writing, and speaking. In this essay, we will delveinto the structure, preparation strategies, and significance of the GEPT,exploring the diverse perspectives surrounding this examination. Structural Overview of the GEPT The GEPT consists of three levels: Basic, Intermediate, and Advanced. Each level comprises a written test and an oral test. The written test evaluates listening and reading comprehension, while the oral test assesses speaking and writing skills. The Basic level is designed for beginners withlimited English proficiency, while the Intermediate level is suitable for those with a solid foundation in the language. The Advanced level is the mostchallenging and is intended for highly proficient English users. Effective Preparation for the GEPT Thorough preparation is crucial for success in the GEPT. Language learners should allocate ample time for studying and practicing the four core skills. Active listening and reading strategies, such as taking notes, summarizing, and predicting content, can significantly enhance comprehension abilities. For writing, practicing various formats, such as essays, reports, and emails, can improve fluency and accuracy. Speaking skills can be honed through conversations with native speakers, participation in language exchange programs,or attending speech classes. Perspectives on the GEPT The GEPT has elicited diverse perspectives. Some candidates view it as a valuable tool for assessingtheir English proficiency and setting goals for further improvement. The test provides a standardized measure of language skills, which can be beneficial for both academic and professional purposes. Additionally, the GEPT can motivate learners to enhance their English abilities and expand their career opportunities. However, others express concerns about the potential limitations of the GEPT. Critics argue that the test overemphasizes grammar and vocabulary, neglecting more practical aspects of language use, such as communication and critical thinking. Moreover, the reliance on multiple-choice questions may not fully capturecandidates' true language proficiency. Significance of the GEPT Despite these criticisms, the GEPT remains a significant examination for non-native English speakers. Its widespread recognition and standardized format make it a valuable credential for demonstrating English proficiency. The test can open doors to higher education, employment, and global communication. Additionally, preparingfor the GEPT can foster a deeper understanding of the English language and enhance overall language skills. In conclusion, the Guangwai English Proficiency Test is a comprehensive assessment of English language proficiency that has garnered both praise and criticism. Candidates should carefully consider their individual needs and aspirations when deciding whether to take the test. With thorough preparation and a nuanced understanding of the GEPT's strengths and limitations, candidates can leverage this examination to advance their English language proficiency and achieve their educational and professional goals.。
2023年6月成人高等教育本科毕业生申请学士学位外国语水平考试（广东）Paper One 试卷一(90m inutes)Part Ⅰ Dialogue Completion (15 points)Directions: There are 15 short imcomplete dialogues in this part, each followed by 4 choices marked A, B, C and D. Choose the best one to complete the dialogue and mark your answer on the ANSWER SHEET with a single line through the center.1.Client: Hello. May I speak to Mr. Smith?Secretary:____________A. Hello. Thanks for calling.B. Speaking, please.C. Hello. Who’re you, please?D. I’m sorry. He’s at a meeting now.2. Roommate A: I wish you wouldn’t have your radio so loud.Roommate B:_____________A. I’m afraid so.B. It’s none of your business.C. Sorry! Is it disturbing you?D. Really? It’s not my fault.3.Mary: We’re having a few people over for a dinner Friday. We’d love to have you.Tom:____________A.Oh, I’d love to . But I’m afaid.B.Oh, really! What time should I come?C.No. I have to prepare for the exam.D.Yes. Though I have to take the exam.4. Son: I’m terribly sorry. Mom. I’ve broken an Italian vase.Mom: _________A. Oh, what a shame!B. Oh, dear. How awful it is!C. Oh, th at doesn’t matter.D. Oh, I’m so sorry about that.5. Jane: Hello.Danny: Hi, Jane.Is John there, please?A.No. He’s not here at the moment.B.No. He’s away. Call back later.C.Sorry. I don’t know where he is .D.Sorry. He’s not here right now. Any message?6. Teacher: You’re late again!Student: Sorry, ______________A. I won’t do that anymoreB. but it’s my own business.C. I’m afaid I’ve oversleptD. but I need more sleep7. Guest: Oh, it’s ten o’clock. I must be leaving now.Host: _________A.It’s OK. Please walk slowly.B.Why do you want to go now?C.Yeah, it’s really late. Do as you like.D.Won’t you s tay for another cup of tea?8. Cathy: Do you mind opening the door for me ?Robert: __________.A. Yes, I’ll do it.B. It’s nothingC. That’s all rightD. Not at all9. Katherine: Haven’t seen you for ages, Linda! How are you getting on? Linda: Quite well. And you?Katherine: Pretty good. How’s your husband?Linda: Oh, w e’ve got divorced.Katherine: ____________A. Oh, I’m so sorry to hear that.B. What a shame!C. It’s really a problem.D. Hope you’ll get better.10. Customs officer: Could I have your name, please?Passenger: It’s Paine, Sarah Paine.Customs officer: ________?Passenger: It’s P-A-I-N-E.A. How do you spell your last nameB. What’s your last name, pleaseC. How to pronoune your last nameD. How could I speak your last name11. Stranger: ____________. Do you know where the nearest bank is , please?Resident: Sure. It’s on King Street, between Sixth and Seventh Avenue. Stranger: Thank you.A. Help meB. Forgive meC. Excuse meD. Trouble you12. Mary: Peter, would you like to go to a party this Sunday?Peter: _______. What kind of party you mean?Mary: It’s a birthday party.A. Sounds goodB. Looks niceC. Seems all rightD. Feels great13. Susan: That’s a beautiful skirt you have on!Lily:_________.A.Actually, I don’t like it very muchB.Oh, thank you . I just got it yesterdayC.Yes. But it isn’t so as you saidD.No, it’s not that beautiful . Yours is better14. John: May I use your computer this afternoon, Susie?Susie: Sure, but I have to finish typing my term paper today.John: _________ .A. Do as you pleaseB. Oh, I’m sorryC. Thank you just the sameD. Never mind it15. Patient: I feel terrible today. My stomach doesn’t feel well a t all.Doctor: _________ .A.You should take something for itB.That’s too bad for your healthC.It serves you rightD.Remember. Don’t do that againPart Ⅱ Reading Comprehension (40 points)Directions: There are 4 passages in this part. Each of the passages is followed by 5 questions or nufinished statements. For each of them . there are 4 choices marked A, B, C and D. Choose the best one and mark your answer on the ANSWER SHEET with a single line through the center.Passage oneM ichael Phelps has already been considered by some as the greatest all-around competitor in the history of his sport. At the 2023 U.S. Trials, Phelps qualified for Athens in six individual events across every possible stroke. He finally earned five titles of Olympic champion. Should Phelps match Mark Spitz’s record in Athens or Beijing in 2023, he will earn a ＄1 million bonus from his sponsor. Michael Phelps was born to June 30, 1985. His father was a good athlete, and passed his ability on to his kids.Michael’s coach told Michaelc’s mother that her son was a raretelent.Long-limbed with big hands and feet, he took to instruction very well, loved to work hard and never seemed nervous is competition. By all accounts, his frame is perfect for a swimmer. His big hands and feet are like paddles in the water. The butterfly is his signature stroke, but he’s shown the ability to dominate in any event.In 1999,Michael broke a record in the 200-meter butterfly for the 20-year-old age group at th Junior Nationals.At 15, Michael became the youngest swimmer to compete Sydney Olympics for the U.S.in 68 years. In an astonishing performance, he medaled six times and set five world records. Michael won the 200-meter butterfly with a new world mark, and also turned in record times in the 100-meter butterfly and 200-meter individual medley (混合泳)—doing so on the same day, which was a first in swimming history.Outside of his swimming career,Michael was a normal teenager.He didn’t like getting out of the bed in the morning; but refused to slow down once his day began.Michael has his sights set on more than Olympic glory.He wants to transform his sport the way other great athletes like Michael Jordan and Tiger Woods have.16.Which of the following is the biggest achievement of Michael Phelps so far?A. An all-around competitor in the history of swimming.B. Breaking of a record in the 200-meter butterfly.C. Six individual events across every possible stroke.D. Five titles of Olympic champion.17. From Paragraph 1 it can be inferred that the passage waswritten_______.A. right in 2023B. at a time between 2023 and 2023C. just before Athens 2023D. immediately after Athens 202318. Michael Phelps turned to be the youngest American swimmer_______.A. in 1999, when he broke a record in the 200-meter butterflyB. in 2023,when he attended Athens 2023C. in 2023, when he attended Sydney OlympicsD. in an astonishing performance at home in the U.S.19. ________hating to get out of his bed in the morning, Michael Phelpswouldn’t slow down once his day began.A. AsB. ThoughC. OnceD. Despite of20. The last sentence of the passage tells us that Michael Phelps is soambitious as to ___________.A. win many more gold medals for the U.S.B. remake history of his sport like M.Jordan and T.WoodsC. become the greatest world record breaker in sport historyD. be by far the greatest sportsman with Olympic gloryPassage TwoMost personnel managers agree that job interviews are one of the least objective recruiment methods.But the advantages of testing are not going to change the attraction of the interview to employers . The appeal of the interview has everything to do with the human factor.Most people believe that they are a reasonable judge of character and trust their instinctive feeling. We might use some kind of test to aid theselection process, but we usually pick a candidate who interviews well, has good qualifications and impressive work record.But suppose the candidate lies or is less than completely honest. “This can be a serious problem for employers”, explains Alan Conrad, Chief Executive at Optimus Recruiment. “The most difficult liars to find are those who tell half-truths rather than complete lies.”Research shows that up to 75 percent of resumes are inaccurate on purpose. The most common practice is omission.Interviewer should therefore concentrate on areas of uncertainy such as gaps between periods of employment and job descriptions that seem strange. “Focusing on these areas will force candidates to tell the truth or become increasingly dishonest. This is usually when people signal their anxiety by their body language. Sweat on the upper lip, false smiles and nervous hand movements all indicate discomfort.”Conrad does not suggest an aggressive policy-style interview technique , but insists that close inspection of a resume is absolutely essential. Only by asking the right questions can you confirm the suitability of the candidate or put pressure on those who are being less than completely honest.21. The best title of this passage can be ___________.A. How to Catch Out the Dishonest CandidateB. How to Find a Job by TricksC. Disadvantages of Job InterviewsD. Advantages of Job Interviews22. The liars hard to recognize are those who tell___________.A. complete truthsB. complete liesC. partial truthsD. mainly truths23. How were the job applicants able to lie without being detected?A. By leaving out some necessary informationB. By providing more information than needed.C. By using their body language.D. By telling some unbelievable lies.24. In order to pick up a qualified and an honest candidate, Conradsuggests that we _____.A. examine the resumes carefullyB. inspect the candidates aggressivelyC. correct the resumes intentionallyD. compare one’s resume with others’25. What is the author’s attitude towards job interviews?A. Most objectiveB. Too subjective.C. SuspiciousD. Credulous.Passage ThreeOur world is wonderful with birds that are absolutely amazing and unbelievable.One kind of such birds is the coot—a clumsy bird so unloved that its name implies something of an old fool.”The bird has a remarkableability to recognize amd count its eggs,” says behavioral ec ologist Bruce Lyon of the University of California at Santa Cruz. Coots need to be tricky because of the nunsual way the animals. Compete: One coot will put its eggs secretly into another’s nest to trick the host into raising the invader’s eggs. But nest owners use their wits to fight back, Lyon finds.Over four summers, Lyon monitored 400 coot nests near Williams Lake in central British Columbia, tagging the eggs with a marker. Of these , 160 coot nests received eggs from unrelated coots. The hosts generally were not fooled, however,. About half the time, coot parents rejected thestrange eggs completely, usually by burying them deep in the nest.“Foreign eggs were not disappearing by chance ---and that can only mean the birds were recognizing them, ”Lyon says. Apparently , the coots were alerted by the unfamiliar colors and patterns on the foreign eggs. In other cases, the parents pushed the foreign eggs to an unfavorable position at the border area of the nest, where there is less heat for hatching.Even if a mother coot didn’t remove the foreign eggs from her nest, she continued to lay a normal hatch number of her own eggs, despite theapparent extra foreign eggs. Lyon thinks that means the coots somehow kept a count of both their own eggs an d the suspicious ones. “That coots can distinguish their own eggs from the foreign ones is a rare but very convincing example of counting wild animal world,” the ecologistconcluded.26. The meaning of the bird’s name “coot”probably is __________.A. wonderful and amazingB. unusual and remarkableC. secret and unbelievableD. old and silly27. In the passage, “foreign eggs” refers to _________.A. the eggs of the nest ownersB. the eggs of the invadersC.the eggs from foreign countriesD. the eggs unable to be hatched28. Which of the following is the particular way coots often compete?A. To steal some eggs from other nests.B. To put their own eggs into others’ nests.C. To hatch other coots’ eggs.D. To protect their own eggs.29. Which would the nest owners do with the foreign eggs according to thepassage?Ⅰ. Burying them deep in the nests.Ⅱ. Pushing them aside to an unfavorable area.Ⅲ. Hatching them as their own.A. Ⅰ.onlyB. Ⅱ.onlyC. Ⅰ.land Ⅱ.D. Ⅰ.,Ⅱ.and Ⅲ.30. Which of the following is the particular ability the ecologist believes thatthe coot has?A. To trick other coots.B. To fight back the tricks.C. To be alert to the foreign eggs.D. To recognize and count its owneggs.Passage FourNational Aviation and Space Administration (NASA) and its partners in the Inter-national Space Station have agreed in principle to let a 28-year-old South African become the second paying tourist on the orbitingoutpost, the U.S. space agency said on Tuesday.Internet magnate Mark Shuttleworth signed a contract on Dec.4 with the Russian Aviation and Space Agency(RASA) to fly aboard a Soyuz space taxi to the station in April 2023, almost exactly a year after lionaire Dennis Tito became the first to experience space as a paying guest.NASA spokeswoman Kristen Larson said by telephone:”We’ve agreed in principle to the flight of Mr. Shuttleworth. However, there are some final details that need to be taken of .”Larson would not say what detailsneeded resolving , but said the station’s international partners---including the space agencies of Russia, Europe, Japan and Canada---had drafted a set of requirements for space travelers covering “physical ability,psychological ability, language ability” and “length and appropriateness of training.”Outgoing commander Frank Culbertson of the space station said the new crew replacing his was going to be extremely busy. “The station is forworkers, and it puts an additional burden on the crew to have people up here that are not doing science or conducting experiments that areproductive. This is a workplace, a laboratory, a research facili ty,” he said. Space Adventures chief Eric Anderson said he could not disclose what Shuttleworth was paying for the trip, but added that a Russian official had been quoted as saying the price was no worse than Tito’s fare, which was widely reported to be ＄20 million.31. Who was the first space tourist according to the passage?A. Kristen Larson.B. Eric Anderson.C. Mark Shuttleworth.D. Dennis Tito.32. Which of the following is NOT included in the requirements for spacetravelers?A. Sufficient experience in conducting laboratory work.B. Enough long and proper training for flight.C. Mentally and physically healthy enough.D. Communicative skills in language.33. Why is the space station reluctant to receive more paying touristsaccording to Frank Culbertson?A. Because the space station is n’t big enough for the paying tourists.B. Because as a place for doing research, the staton should be highlyefficient.C. Because a paying tourist may be ignorant of the space research work.D. Because the paying tourists have to pay too much to gain spaceexperience.34. “An outgoing commander”can probably be one who __________.A. is extremely capableB. is going to be out of dutyC. is a supervisor over the space station workD. has his own crew members35. To be the second paying space tourist ,one has to primarily____.A. receive necessary training voluntarilyB. pay a sum of money no less than Tito’s fareC. pay a sum of money less than Tito’s fareD. do more mental and physical exercisesPart Ⅲ Vocabulary and Structure(20 points)Directions:There are 40 incomplete sentences in this part.For each sentence there are 4 choices marked A,B,C and D.Choose the one that bestcompletes the sentence.Mark your answer on the ANSWER SHEET with a single line through the center.36. If workers had been paid decent wages, profits________so great.A. would beB. were not to beC. wouldn’t have beenD. wouldhave been37.If students can’t focus on the spoken word of the teacher, they not onlylose______to learn; they actually lose ability to learn.A. needB. wishC. desireD. power38. There is nothing _____ about a native English-speaking teacher exceptthat he speaks English easily and well.A. particularB. specialC. specificD. especial39. I ________ that most people who wanted to buy our newspaper were either moving or getting married.A. worked outB. figured outC. spoke outD. broke out40. The Eiffel Tower, symbol of innovative technique at the end of the 19th century, has ____ its universal image.A. maintainedB. preservedC. storedD. continued41. Amazon is ________the largest remaining rainforest area left on our planet.A. so farB. by farC. thus farD. as far as42. The best thing ________ happened to me was finding my best friend, Katrina.A. whatB. asC. thatD. which43. Life presents many barriers, and all too often those who work hardest may not receive great__________.A. rewardsB. grantsC. allowanceD. praise44. Now almost all the parents want their children to leam the piano or the violin, _______ their children are willing or not.A. no matter whetherB. no matter ifC. howeverD. whatever45. Homework in American schools is often minimal _________ the children have plenty of time to watch television.A. such thatB. so thatC. thatD. because46. It is largely thanks to the variable climate in England ____ the English pay so much attention to the work on their homes and gardens.A. whereB. thatC. in whichD. for which47. Life on Earth is _______ varied and complex.A. amazinglyB. amusedlyC. amazedlyD. amusingly48. In terms of education systems, one cannot say that one system in one country is better than____.A. that of anotherB. anotherC. one of anotherD. one another49. When I started applying to colleges, I definitely had no idea what I wanted to _____in.A. studyB. majorC. stayD. gear50. The new immigrants found it hard to _________ themselves to the climate of the country.A. adoptB. adaptC. regulateD. coordinate51. One day while looking for a job, I _______ the Chicano Youth Center, which offered me an after-school job.A. dropped by.B. dropped outC. dropped downD. dropped off52. The newly promoted assistant manager . expressed a wish to be__________ to the London branch.A. exchangedB. transmittedC. transferredD. moved53. The relationship between China and India has been ________ studied recently.A. originallyB. extremelyC.violentlyD. intensively54. Over a third of the population in that African country was estimated to have no _____ to the health service.A. excessB. successC. processD. access55. When he arrived at the village, he found _________ the aged and the sick at home.A. none butB. anyone butC. nothing butD. no other than56. Wh ich sport is the most expensive ___ training equipment, players’ personal equipment and uniforms?A. in place ofB. in terms ofC. by means ofD. by way of57. ________ your jacket, please. The room is very warm.A. Take offB. Take afterC. Take upD. Take on58. It started raining , so she ______ the nearest house.A. made forB. make offC. made upD. made out59. Those who failed in the entrance examinations are likely to ________ their failures to bad luck.A. contributeB. attributeC. distributeD. retribute60. The new findings by the research crew suggested that the government’s housing plans______ not practicable.A. beB. should beC. wasD. were61. In this company fewer and fewer employees are willing to do ______ they are asked to .A. whatB. whichC. thatD. whether62. The spy was supposed to _______disguised as a woman in the supermarket.A. escapeB. escapedC. have escapedD. had escaped63. The lady was made_________ on the floor waiting for ten minutes before attended to .A. to standB. standC. standingD. stood64. A doctor , along with a group of young nurses, ________ going go demonstrate the heart operation process.A. isB. areC. willD. shall65. When the young man was about to speak, his friend looked athim,_________ to lock up his mouth.A. as regardsB. asC. as forD. as if66. _________, we made a plan for the future study.A. Summarized our present workB. Summarizing our presnet workC. Having summarized our present workD. Being summarized our present work67. Tom Smith wished that his parents______ih the stricken area when the earthquake occurred.A. were notB. are notC. have not beenD. had not been68. Some people are not so much interested in what a man does_______how he came to choose that particular line of work.A. asB. soC. likeD. when69. the proposal that business companies_________guided by professionals for their new scheme of developments was accepted without disagreement.A. beB. areC. wasD. were70. The doctor ________me to the danger of not getting enough rest while working overtime.A. alertedB. remindedC. ledD. persuaded71. It seems quite unbelievable that a man like Jeremy could be ______ in questionable deals.A. participatedB. takenC. involvedD. lost72. The lady’s appointment would be terminated as of September 29, unless ________ to that time she requested a hearing.A. superiorB. inferiorC. priorD. junior73. The dean of the Physics Department ________ for the university library many outstanding private book collections.A. separatedB. contributedC. distributedD. secured74. Large amount of oil imports puts a heavy burden on the country’s gold_______.A. storageB. reserveC. conservationD. preservation75. The ultimate goal of this dance college is to fully bring out the st udents’ artistic.A. capacityB. potentialC. possibilityD. likelihoodPart Ⅳ Cloze Test(10 points)Directions: There are 10 blanks in the following passage.For each numbered blank, there are 4 choices marked A,B, C and D. Choose the best one and mark your answer on the ANSWER SHEET with a single line through the center.A daily dose of laughter may be good for the heart because it makes blood vessels work more efficiently. Depression, ______ the other hand, can raise the risk of dying from heart failure, a separate study found. The two studies, _____ at a meeting of the American College of Cardiology in Florida, show how psychological factors can __________ a person’s health.“We don’t recommend that you laugh and not exercise, _________ we do recommend that you try to laugh on a regular basis. Thirty minutes of exercise three times a week, and fifteen minutes of laughter on adaily________ Is probably good for the vascular(脉管的)system,”saidDr.Michael Miller.Miller and his colleagues at the school _______ two movies. One humorous, _______stressful, to twenty healthy volunteers and tested the function of their blood vessels. The researchers specifically looked at the lining of the vessels and found that blood ________ was reduced in fourteen of the twenty volunteers after stressful movie cuttings. But blood flowed more freely in nineteen of the twenty subjects_____ they laughed at funny movie segments. Average blood flow increased 22% during laughter, and ______ during mental stress, the researchers told the meeting.76. A.at B.on C. in D. by77. A.presenting B. to present C. presented D. presents78. A.influence B. interrupt C. effect D. affect79. A.but B.otherwise C.nevertheless D.still80. A.base B.based C.basis D.basic81. A.exhibited B.showed C. illustrated D.displayed82. A.other B. second C.two D.one83. A.flow B. vessel C.pressure D.function84. A.during B.since C. when D.while85. A.lowed B.decreased C. lessened D.loweredPaper Two 试卷二（30 minutes）Part V Writing (15 points)Directions: You are to write in 100-120 words about the title “My Ideal Job”.You should base your composition on the outline given in Chinese below:1.什么是你心目中抱负的工作？说明理由。
广东外语外贸大学成人高等教育毕业水平考试复习资料（英语专业）试卷一G raduation Proficiency Test For Adult Higher Education（English Major)考生注意：1. 答案全部写在答卷上，否则无效。
2.考试时间120分钟I. Grammar &Vocabulary (10%)There are twenty sentences in this section. Beneath each sentence there are four words or phrases marked A, B, C and D. Choose one word or phrase that best completes the sentence.1.Most people found it hard to believe that such a seemingly ______ man shouldhave done that wicked thing.A. respectingB. respectfulC. respectiveD. respectable2. _______ to speak when the audience interrupted him.A. Hardly did he beginB. No sooner had he begunC. Not until be begunD. Scarcely had he begun3. We should be able to do the job for you quickly, _______ you give us all the necessary information.A. in caseB. as ifC. or elseD. provided that4. Andrew, my mother’s elder brother, will not be at the family party, _______ to the family’s disappointment.A. moreB. muchC. too muchD. much more5. Linda did not have time to go to the concert last night because she was busy_______ for her experiment.A. to prepareB. to be preparedC. being preparedD. preparing6. By the year 2020, scientists probably _______ an effective treatment for cancer.A. will have discoveredB. are discoveringC. will be discoveringD. have discovered7. When confronted with such questions, my mind goes _______, and I can hardlyremember my own date of birth.A. dimB. vainC. faintD. blank8. The bestseller is well worth ________.A. to readB. readingC. to be readD. being read9. The police have accused the young man _______ exceeding the speed limit.A. byB. ofC. forD. with10. China’s reform and opening –up program enjoys the support of the people and is______ to succeed.A. boundB. proneC. aptD. inclined11. Long ______ to harmful pollutants is most likely to lead to a decline in health.A. exposureB. contactC. UseD. touch12. Ask for a doctor as quickly as possible and tell him it’s ______ of life and death.A. thingB. matterC. questionD. problem13. I am sure that I can _______ him into letting us stay in the hotel for the night.A. talkB. speakC. tellD. say14. Although her marriage was very unhappy, Mrs. Stephens remained with herhusband for the _______ of the children.A. reasonB. sakeC. careD. convenience15. Don’t let _______ of any chance.A. to goB. goingC. goD. gone16. David had ________ on this subject.A. rather the strong opinionB. a rather strong opinionC. rather strong opinionD. the rather strong opinion17. Let’s go and get some water, _______ ?A. can’t weB. won’t weC. shall weD. shan’t we18. David thought failing in examination as _______, so he was unwilling to go outwith classmates.A. humiliationB. humilityC. humidityD. humanity19. Stephanie fell in love with Alex ________.A. at first sightB. at a first sightC. at the first sightD. at first sights20. The general often _________ his soldiers.A. highly spoke ofB. spoke highly ofC. highly spoke forD. spoke highly forII. Cloze (10%)There are 20 blanks in the passage, and 25 words in the box below the passage. Decide which given word should go to which blank.Children model themselves largely on their parents. They do so mainly through identification. Children identify 21 a parent when they believe they have the qualities and feelings that are 22 of that parent. The things parents do and say—and the 23 they do and say to them—therefore strongly influence a child's 24 . However, parents must consistently behave like the type of 25 they want their child to become.A parent's actions 26 affect the self-image that a child forms 27 identification. Children who see mainly positive qualities in their 28 will likely learn to see themselves in a positive way. Children who observe chiefly 29 qualities in their parents will have difficulty 30 positive qualities in themselves. Children may 31 their self-image, however, as they become increasingly 32 by peers groups standards before they reach 13.Isolated events，33 dramatic ones，do not necessarily have a permanent 34 on a child's behavior. Children interpret such events according to their established attitudes and previous training. Children who know they are loved can, 35 ，accept the divorce of their parent's or a parent’s early 36 . But if children feel unloved，they may interpret such events 37 a sign of rejection or punishment.In the same way, all children are not influenced 38 toys and games, reading matter, and television programs. 39 in the case of a dramatic change in family relations, the40 of an activity or experience depends on how the child interprets it.A. behaviourB. andC. influencedD. as a wholeE. parentsF. for exampleG. withH. AsI. throughJ. orK. seeing L. about M. characteristic N. effect O. deathP. from Q. modify R. by S. way T. negativeIII. Reading Comprehension (30%)There are 4 reading passages in this part. Please read them carefully and answer the 20 questions following these passages.Questions 41 to 45 refer to the passage below:I had an experience some years ago which taught me something about the ways in which people make a bad situation worse by blaming themselves. One January, I had to officiate at two funerals on successive days for two elderly women in my community. Both had died "full of years," as the Bible would say; both yielded to the normal wearing out of the body after a long and full life. Their homes happened to be near each other, so I paid condolence calls on the two families on the same afternoon.At the first home, the son of the deceased woman said to me, "If only I had sent my mother to Florida and gotten her out of this cold and snow, she would be alive today. It's my fault that she died." At the second home, the son of the other deceased woman said, "If only I hadn't insisted on my mother's going to Florida, she would be alive today. That long airplane ride, the abrupt change of climate, was more than she could take. It's my fault that she's dead."When things don't turn out as we would like them to, it is very tempting to assume that had we done things differently, the story would have had a happier ending. Priests know that any time there is a death, the survivors will feel guilty. Because the courseof action they took turned out badly, they believe that the opposite course - keeping Mother at home, postponing the operation – would have turned out better. After all, how could it have turned out any worse?There seem to be two elements involved in our readiness to feel guilt. The first is our pressing need to believe that the world makes sense, that there is a cause for every effect and a reason for everything that happens. That leads us to find patterns and connections both where they really exist and where they exist only in our minds.The second element is the notion that we are the cause of what happens, especially the bad things that happen. It seems to be a short step from believing that every event has a cause to believing that every disaster is our fault. The roots of this feeling may lie in our childhood. Psychologists speak of the infantile myth of omnipotence . A baby comes to think that the world exists to meet his needs, and that he makes everything happen in it. He wakes up in the morning and summons the rest of the world to its tasks. He cries, and someone comes to attend to him. When he is hungry, people feed him, and when he is wet, people change him. Very often, we do not completely outgrow that infantile notion that our wishes cause things to happen.41. What is said about the two deceased elderly women?A) They lived out a natural life.B) They died of exhaustion after the long plane ride.C) They weren't accustomed to the change in weather.D) They died due to lack of care by family members.42. The author had to conduct the two women's funerals probably because ________.A) he wanted to console the two familiesB) he was an official from the communityC) he had great sympathy for the deceasedD) he was priest of the local church43. What does the underlined word “condolence” mean (Line 6, Para. 1)?A) inquiry B) sympathy C) indifferent D) emergency44. People feel guilty for the deaths of their loved ones because ________A) they couldn't find a better way to express their griefB) they believe that they were responsibleC) they had neglected the natural course of eventsD) they didn't know things often turn out in the opposite direction45. In the context of the passage, "... the world makes sense" (Line 2, Para, 4) probably means that ________.A) everything in the world is predeterminedB) the world can be interpreted in different waysC) there's an explanation for everything in the worldD) we have to be sensible in order to understand the worldQuestions 45-50 refer to the following passage:Throughout the nation's more than 15,000 school districts, widely differing approaches to teaching science and math have emerged. Though there can be strength in diversity, a new international analysis suggests that this variability has instead contributed to lackluster achievement scores by U.S. children relative to their peers in other developed countries. Indeed, concludes William H. Schmidt of Michigan State University, who led the new analysis, "no single intellectually coherent vision dominates U.S. educational practice in math or science.'' The reason, he said, "is because the system is deeply and fundamentally flawed."The new analysis, released this week by the National Science Foundation in Arlington, Va., is based on data collected from about 50 nations as part of the Third International Mathematics and Science Study.Not only do approaches to teaching science and math vary among individual U.S. communities, the report finds, but there appears to be little strategic focus within a school district’s curricula, its textbooks, or its teachers' activities. This contrasts sharply with the coordinated national programs of most other countries.On average, U.S. students study more topics within science and math than their international counterparts do. This creates an educational environment that "is a mile wide and an inch deep," Schmidt notes.For instance, eighth graders in the United States cover about 33 topics in math versus just 19 in Japan. Among science courses, the international gap is even wider. U.S. curricula for this age level resemble those of a small group of countries including Australia, Thailand, Iceland, and Bulgaria. Schmidt asks whether the United States wants to be classed with these nations, whose educational systems "share our pattern of splintered visions" but which are not economic leaders.The new report "couldn't come at a better time," says Gerald Wheeler, executive director of the National Science Teachers Association in Arlington. "The new National Science Education Standards provide that focused vision," including the call "to do less, but in greater depth."Implementing the new science standards and their math counterparts will be the challenge, he and Schmidt agree, because the decentralized responsibility for education in the United States requires that any reforms be tailored and instituted one community at a time.In fact, Schmidt argues, reforms such as these proposed national standards "face an almost impossible task, because even though they are intellectually coherent, each becomes only one more voice in the babble."46. What does the underlined word “lackluster” mean in the passage (Line 4, Para. 1)?A) unique B) distinguishing C)important D) common47. According to the passage, the teaching of science and math in America isA) focused on tapping students' potentialB) characterized by its diversityC) losing its vitality graduallyD) going downhill in recent years48. The fundamental flaw of American school education is that ________.A) it lacks a coordinated national programB) it sets a very low academic standard for studentsC) it relies heavily on the initiative of individual teachersD) it attaches too much importance to intensive study of school subjects49. By saying that the U.S. educational environment is "a mile wide and an inch deep"(Line 2, Para. 5), the author means U.S. educational practice ________.A) lays stress on quality at the expense of quantityB) offers an environment for comprehensive educationC) encourages learning both in depth and in scopeD) scratches the surface of a wide range of topics50. The new National Science Education Standards are good news in that they willA) provide depth to school science educationB) solve most of the problems in school teachingC) be able to meet the demands of the communityD) quickly dominate U.S. educational practiceQuestions 51-55 refer to the passage that follows:There are good reasons to be troubled by the violence that spreads throughout the media. Movies, Television and video games are full of gunplay and bloodshed, and one might reasonably ask what’s wrong with a socie ty that presents videos of domestic violence as entertainment.Most researchers agree that the causes of real-world violence are complex. A 1993 study by the U.S. National Academy of Sciences listed “biological, individual, family, peer, school, and commun ity factors” as all playing their parts.Viewing abnormally large amounts of violent television and video games may well contribute to violent behavior in certain individuals. The trouble comes when researchers downplay uncertainties in their studies or overstate the case for causality. Skeptics were dismayed several years ago when a group of societies including the American Medical Association tried to end the debate by issuing a joint statement: “At this time, well over 1,000 studies... point overwhelming ly to a causal connection between media violence and aggressive behavior in some children.”Freedom-of-speech advocates accused the societies of catering to politicians, and even disputed the number of studies (most were review articles and essays, they said). When Jonathan Freedman, a social psychologist at the University of Toronto, reviewed the literature, he found only 200 or so studies of television-watching and aggression. And when he weeded out “the most doubtful measures of aggression”, only 28% supported a connection.The critical point here is causality. The alarmists say they have proved that violent media cause aggression. But the assumptions behind their observations need tobe examined. When labeling games as violent or non-violent, should a hero eating a ghost really be counted as a violent event? And when experimenters record the time it takes game players to read ‘aggressive’ or ‘non-aggressive’ words from a list, can we be sure what they are actually measuring? The intent of the new Harvard Center on Media and Child Health to collect and standardize studies of media violence in order to compare their methodologies, assumptions and conclusions is an important step in the right direction.Another appropriate step would be to tone down the criticism until we know more. Several researchers write, speak and testify quite a lot on the threat posed by violence in the media. That is, of course, their privilege. But when doing so, they often come out with statements that the matter has now been settled, drawing criticism from colleagues. In response, the alarmists accuse critics and news reporters of being deceived by the entertainment industry. Such clashes help neither science nor society.51. Why is there so much violence shown in movies, TV and video games?A) There is a lot of violence in the real world today.B) Something has gone wrong with today’s society.C) Many people are fond of gunplay and bloodshed.D) Showing violence is thought to be entertaining.52. What is the skeptics (Line 3. Para. 3) view of media violence?A) Violence on television is a fairly accurate reflection of real-world life.B) Most studies exaggerate the effect of media violence on the viewers.C) A causal relationship exists between media and real-world violence.D) The influence of media violence on children has been underestimated.53. What does the underlined word “causality” mean (Line 3, Para. 3)?A) casualty B) objectivityC) the relationship between cause and effect D) liability54. The author uses the term “alarmists” (Line 1. Para. 5) to refer to those who________.A) use standardized measurements in the studies of media violenceB) initiated the debate over the influence of violent media on realityC) assert a direct link between violent media and aggressive behaviorD) use appropriate methodology in examining aggressive behavior55. In refuting the alarmists, the author advances his argument by first challenging________.A) the source and amount of their dataB) the targets of their observationC) their system of measurementD) their definition of violenceQuestions 56-60 refer to the passage below:Age has its privileges in America. And one of the more prominent of them is the senior citizen discount. Anyone who has reached a certain age—in some cases as low as 55—is automatically entitled to a dazzling array of price reductions at nearly every level of commercial life. Eligibility is determined not by one’s need but by the date on one’s birth certificate. Practicall y unheard of a generation ago, the discounts have become a routine part of many businesses—as common as color televisions in motel rooms and free coffee on airliners.People with gray hair often are given the discounts without even asking for them；yet, millions of Americans above age 60 are healthy and solvent. Businesses that would never dare offer discounts to college students or anyone under 30 freely offer them to older Americans. The practice is acceptable because of the widespread belief that “elderly” and “needy” are synonymous. Perhaps that once was true, but today elderly Americans as a group have a lower poverty rate than the rest of the population. To be sure, there is economic diversity within the elderly, and many older Americans are poor. But m ost of them aren’t.It is impossible to determine the impact of the discounts on individual companies. For many firms, they are a stimulus to revenue. But in other cases the discounts are given at the expense, directly or indirectly, of younger Americans. Moreover, they are a direct irritant in what some politicians and scholars see as a coming conflict between the generations.Generational tensions are being fueled by continuing debate over Social Security benefits, which mostly involves a transfer of resources from the young to the old. Employment is another sore point,Buoyed by laws and court decisions, more and more older Americans are declining the retirement dinner in favor of staying on the job-thereby lessening employment and promotion opportunities for younger workers.Far from a kind of charity they once were, senior citizen discounts have become a formidable economic privilege to a group with millions of members who don’t need them.It no longer makes sense to treat the elderly as a single group whose economic needs deserve priority over those of others. Senior citizen discounts only enhance the myth that older people can’t take care of themselves and need special treatment；and they threaten the creation of a new myth, that the elderly are ungrateful and taking for themselves at the expense of children and other age groups. Senior citizen discounts are the essence of the very thing older Americans are fighting against-discrimination by age.56. We learn from the first paragraph that ________.A) offering senior citizens discounts has become routine commercial practiceB) senior citizen discounts have enabled many old people to live a decent lifeC) giving senior citizens discounts has boosted the market for the elderlyD) senior citizens have to show their birth certificates to get a discount57. What assumption lies behind the practice of senior citizen discounts?A) Businesses, having made a lot of profits, should do something for society inreturn.B) Old people are entitled to special treatment for the contribution they made tosociety.C) The elderly, being financially underprivileged, need humane help fromsociety.D) Senior citizen discounts can make up for the inadequacy of the SocialSecurity system.58. What does the underlined word “s ynonymous” mean (Line 5, Para 2)?A) having different meanings B) having the same meaningC) opposite C) hostile59. According to some politicians and scholars, senior citizen discounts will________.A) make old people even more dependent on societyB) intensify conflicts between the young and the oldC) have adverse financial impact on business companiesD) bring a marked increase in the companies revenues60. Which of the following words can replace the underlined word “Buoyed” in thepassage (Line 3, Para 4)?A) Supported B) Opposed C) Abiding D) StandingIV. Translation (30%)Section A: Translate the following passage into English (15%)绿茶在亚洲非常风靡，在日本可谓是一种艺术。
广东外语外贸大学成人高等教育毕业水平考试复习资料(英语专业)试卷一G raduation Proficiency Test For Adult Higher Education(English Major)考生注意：1.答案全部写在答卷上，否则无效。
2.考试时间120分钟I. Grammar &Vocabulary (10%)There are twenty sentences in this section. Beneath each sentence there are four words or phrases marked A, B, C and D. Choose one word or phrase that best completes the sentence. 1. Most people found it hard to believe that such a seemingly man shouldhave done that wicked thing.A. respectingB. respectfulC. respectiveD. respectable2.to speak when the audience interrupted him.A. Hardly did he beginB. No sooner had he begunC. Not until be begunD. Scarcely had he begun3.We should be able to do the job for you quickly,you give us all the necessaryinformation.A. in caseB. as ifC. or elseD. provided that4.Andrew, my mother,s elder brother, will not be at the family party,to the family,sdisappointment.A. moreB. muchC. too muchD. much more5.Linda did not have time to go to the concert last night because she was busy for herexperiment.A. to prepareB. to be preparedC. being preparedD. preparing6.By the year 2020, scientists probably an effective treatment for cancer.A. will have discoveredB. are discoveringC. will be discoveringD. have discovered7.When confronted with such questions, my mind goes, and I can hardly remember my own dateof birth.A. dimB. vainC. faintD. blank8.The bestseller is well worth.A. to readB. readingC. to be readD. being read9.The police have accused the young man exceeding the speed limit.A. by |B. ofC. forD. with10.China,s reform and opening — up program enjoys the support of the people and is tosucceed.A. boundB. proneC. aptD. inclined11.Long to harmful pollutants is most likely to lead to a decline in health.A. exposureB. contactC. UseD. touch12.Ask for a doctor as quickly as possible and tell him it,s of life and death.A. thingB. matterC. questionD. problem13.I am sure that I can him into letting us stay in the hotel for the night.A. talkB. speakC. tellD. say14.Although her marriage was very unhappy, Mrs. Stephens remained with her husband for theof the children.A. reasonB. sakeC. careD. convenience15.Don,t let of any chance.A. to goB. goingC. goD. gone16.David had on this subject.A. rather the strong opinionB. a rather strong opinionC. rather strong opinionD. the rather strong opinion17.Let,s go and get some water,?A. can,t weB. won,t weC. shall weD. shan,t we18.David thought failing in examination as, so he was unwilling to go out with classmates.A. humiliationB. humilityC. humidityD. humanity19.Stephanie fell in love with Alex.A. at first sightB. at a first sightC. at the first sightD. at first sights20.The general often his soldiers.A. highly spoke ofB. spoke highly ofC. highly spoke forD. spoke highly forII. Cloze (10%)There are 20 blanks in the passage, and 25 words in the box below the passage. Decide which given word should go to which blank.Children model themselves largely on their parents. They do so mainly through identification. Children identify 21 a parent when they believe they have the qualities and feelings that are 22 of that parent. The things parents do and say-and the 23 they do and say to them-therefore strongly influence a child's 24 . However, parents must consistently behave like the type of 25 they want their child to become.A parent's actions 26 affect the self-image that a child forms 27 identification. Children who see mainly positive qualities in their 28 will likely learn to see themselves in a positive way. Children who observe chiefly 29 qualities in their parents will have difficulty 30 positive qualities in themselves. Children may 31 their self-image, however, as they become increasingly 32 by peers groups standards before they reach 13.Isolated events, 33 dramatic ones, do not necessarily have a permanent 34 on achild's behavior. Children interpret such events according to their established attitudesand previous training. Children who know they are loved can, 35 , accept the divorce of their parent,s or a parent’ . sBietaiflchildren feel unloved, they may interpret such events 37 a sign of rejection or punishment.In the same way, all children are not influenced _38 toys and games, reading matter, and television programs. 39 in the case of a dramatic change in family relations, the 40of an activity or experience depends on how the child interprets it.A. behaviourB. andC. influencedD. as a wholeE. parentsF. for exampleG. withH. AsI. throughJ. orK. seeing L. about M. characteristic N. effect O. deathP. from Q. modify R. by S. way T. negativeV. effect W. now X. also Y evenm. Reading Comprehension (30%)There are 4 reading passages in this part. Please read them carefully and answer the 20 questions following these passages.Questions 41 to 45 refer to the passage below:I had an experience some years ago which taught me something about the ways in which people make a bad situation worse by blaming themselves. One January, I had to officiate at two funerals on successive days for two elderly women in my community. Both had died "full of years," as the Bible would say; both yielded to the normal wearing out of the body after a long and full life. Their homes happened to be near each other, so I paid condolence calls on the two families on the same afternoon.At the first home, the son of the deceased woman said to me, "If only I had sent my mother to Florida and gotten her out of this cold and snow, she would be alive today. It's my fault that she died." At the second home, the son of the other deceased woman said, "If only I hadn't insisted on my mother's going to Florida, she would be alive today. That long airplane ride, the abrupt change of climate, was more than she could take. It's my fault that she's dead."When things don't turn out as we would like them to, it is very tempting to assumethat had we done things differently, the story would have had a happier ending. Priests know that any time there is a death, the survivors will feel guilty. Because the course of action they took turned out badly, they believe that the opposite course - keeping Mother at home, postponing the operation - would have turned out better. After all, how could it have turned out any worse?There seem to be two elements involved in our readiness to feel guilt. The first is our pressing need to believe that the world makes sense, that there is a cause for every effect and a reason for everything that happens. That leads us to find patterns and connections both where they really exist and where they exist only in our minds.The second element is the notion that we are the cause of what happens, especially the bad things that happen. It seems to be a short step from believing that every event has a cause to believing that every disaster is our fault. The roots of this feeling may lie in our childhood. Psychologists speak of the infantile myth of omnipotence . A baby comes to think that the world exists to meet his needs, and that he makes everything happen in it. He wakes up in the morning and summons the rest of the world to its tasks. He cries, and someone comes to attend to him. When he is hungry, people feed him, and when he is wet, people change him. Very often, we do not completely outgrow that infantile notion that our wishes cause things to happen.41.What is said about the two deceased elderly women?A)They lived out a natural life.B)They died of exhaustion after the long plane ride.C)They weren't accustomed to the change in weather.D)They died due to lack of care by family members.42.The author had to conduct the two women's funerals probably because.A)he wanted to console the two familiesB)he was an official from the communityC)he had great sympathy for the deceased43.What does the underlined word “condolence“ mean (Line 6, Para. 1)?A) inquiry B) sympathy C) indifferent D) emergency44.People feel guilty for the deaths of their loved ones becauseA)they couldn't find a better way to express their griefB)they believe that they were responsibleC)they had neglected the natural course of eventsD)they didn't know things often turn out in the opposite direction 45. In the context of the passage, "... the world makes sense" (Line 2, Para, 4) probably means that.A)everything in the world is predeterminedB)the world can be interpreted in different waysC)there's an explanation for everything in the worldD)we have to be sensible in order to understand the worldQuestions 45-50 refer to the following passage:Throughout the nation's more than 15,000 school districts, widely differing approaches to teaching science and math have emerged. Though there can be strength in diversity, a new international analysis suggests that this variability has instead contributed to lackluster achievement scores by U.S. children relative to their peers in other developed countries.Indeed, concludes William H. Schmidt of Michigan State University, who led the new analysis, "no single intellectually coherent vision dominates U.S. educational practice in math or science.'' The reason, he said, "is because the system is deeply and fundamentally flawed."The new analysis, released this week by the National Science Foundation in Arlington, Va., is based on data collected from about 50 nations as part of the Third International Mathematics and Science Study.Not only do approaches to teaching science and math vary among individual U.S. communities, the report finds, but there appears to be little strategic focus within a school district,s curricula, its textbooks, or its teachers' activities. This contrasts sharply with the coordinated national programs of most other countries.On average, U.S. students study more topics within science and math than their international counterparts do. This creates an educational environment that "is a mile wide and an inch deep," Schmidt notes.For instance, eighth graders in the United States cover about 33 topics in math versus just 19 in Japan. Among science courses, the international gap is even wider. U.S.curricula for this age level resemble those of a small group of countries including Australia, Thailand, Iceland, and Bulgaria. Schmidt asks whether the United States wants to be classed with these nations, whose educational systems "share our pattern of splintered visions" but which are not economic leaders.The new report "couldn't come at a better time," says Gerald Wheeler, executive director of the National Science Teachers Association in Arlington. "The new National Science Education Standards provide that focused vision," including the call "to do less, but in greater depth."Implementing the new science standards and their math counterparts will be the challenge, he and Schmidt agree, because the decentralized responsibility for education in the United States requires that any reforms be tailored and instituted one community at a time.In fact, Schmidt argues, reforms such as these proposed national standards "face an almost impossible task, because even though they are intellectually coherent, each becomes only one more voice in the babble."46.What does the underlined word “lackluster” mean in the passage (Line 4, Para. 1)?A) unique B) distinguishing C)important D) common47.According to the passage, the teaching of science and math in America isA)focused on tapping students' potentialB)characterized by its diversityC)losing its vitality graduallyD)going downhill in recent years48.The fundamental flaw of American school education is that.A)it lacks a coordinated national programB)it sets a very low academic standard for studentsC)it relies heavily on the initiative of individual teachersD)it attaches too much importance to intensive study of school subjects49.By saying that the U.S. educational environment is "a mile wide and an inch deep" (Line2, Para. 5), the author means U.S. educational practice.A)lays stress on quality at the expense of quantityB)offers an environment for comprehensive educationC)encourages learning both in depth and in scopeD)scratches the surface of a wide range of topics50.The new National Science Education Standards are good news in that they willA)provide depth to school science educationB)solve most of the problems in school teachingC)be able to meet the demands of the communityD)quickly dominate U.S. educational practiceQuestions 51-55 refer to the passage that follows:There are good reasons to be troubled by the violence that spreads throughout the media. Movies, Television and video games are full of gunplay and bloodshed, and one might reasonably ask what,s wrong with a society that presents videos of domestic violence as entertainment.Most researchers agree that the causes of real-world violence are complex. A 1993 study by the U.S. National Academy of Sciences listed “biological, individual, family, peer, school, and community factors” as all playing their parts.Viewing abnormally large amounts of violent television and video games may well contribute to violent behavior in certain individuals. The trouble comes when researchers downplay uncertainties in their studies or overstate the case for causality. Skeptics were dismayed several years ago when a group of societies including the American Medical Association tried to end the debate by issuing a joint statement: “At this time, well over 1,000 studies... point overwhelming ly to a causal connection between media violence and aggressive behavio r in some children.”Freedom-of-speech advocates accused the societies of catering to politicians, and even disputed the number of studies (most were review articles and essays, they said). When Jonathan Freedman, a social psychologist at the University of Toronto, reviewed the literature, he found only 200 or so studies of television-watching and aggression. And when he weeded out “the most doubtful measures of aggression”, only 28% supported a connection.The critical point here is causality. The alarmists say they have proved that violent media cause aggression. But the assumptions behind their observations need to be examined. When labeling games as violent or non-violent, should a hero eating a ghost really be counted as a violent event? And when experimenters record the time it takes game players to read ‘aggressive, or ‘non -aggressive, words from a list, can we be sure what they are actually measuring? The intent of the new Harvard Center on Media and Child Health to collect and standardize studies of media violence in order to compare their methodologies, assumptions and conclusions is an important step in the right direction.Another appropriate step would be to tone down the criticism until we know more.Several researchers write, speak and testify quite a lot on the threat posed by violence in the media. That is, of course, their privilege. But when doing so, they often come out with statements that the matter has now been settled, drawing criticism from colleagues. In response, the alarmists accuse critics and news reporters of being deceived by the entertainment industry. Such clashes help neither science nor society.51.Why is there so much violence shown in movies, TV and video games?A)There is a lot of violence in the real world today.B)Something has gone wrong with today,s society.C)Many people are fond of gunplay and bloodshed.D)Showing violence is thought to be entertaining.52.What is the skeptics (Line 3. Para. 3) view of media violence?A)Violence on television is a fairly accurate reflection of real-world life.B)Most studies exaggerate the effect of media violence on the viewers.C) A causal relationship exists between media and real-world violence.D)The influence of media violence on children has been underestimated.53.What does the underlined word “causality“ mean (Line 3, Para. 3)?A) casualty B) objectivityC) the relationship between cause and effect D) liability54.The author uses the term “alarmists” (Line 1. Para. 5) to refer to those who.A)use standardized measurements in the studies of media violenceB)initiated the debate over the influence of violent media on realityC)assert a direct link between violent media and aggressive behaviorD)use appropriate methodology in examining aggressive behavior55.In refuting the alarmists, the author advances his argument by first challenging.A)the source and amount of their dataB)the targets of their observationC)their system of measurementD)their definition of violenceQuestions 56-60 refer to the passage below:Age has its privileges in America. And one of the more prominent of them is the senior citizen discount. Anyone who has reached a certain age —in some cases as low as 55—is automatically entitled to a dazzling array of price reductions at nearly every level of commercial life. Eligibility is determined not by one,s need but by the date on one,s birthcertificate. Practically unheard of a generation ago, the discounts have become a routine part of many businesses —as common as color televisions in motel rooms and free coffee on airliners.People with gray hair often are given the discounts without even asking for them；yet, millions of Americans above age 60 are healthy and solvent. Businesses that would never dare offer discounts to college students or anyone under 30 freely offer them to older Americans. The practice is acceptable because of the widespread belief that “elderly” and “needy” are synonymous. Perhaps that once was true, but today elderly Americans as a group have a lower poverty rate than the rest of the population. To be sure, there is economic diversity within the elderly, and many older Americans are poor. But most of them aren,t.It is impossible to determine the impact of the discounts on individual companies. For many firms, they are a stimulus to revenue. But in other cases the discounts are given at the expense, directly or indirectly, of younger Americans. Moreover, they are a direct irritant in what some politicians and scholars see as a coming conflict between the generations.Generational tensions are being fueled by continuing debate over Social Security benefits, which mostly involves a transfer of resources from the young to the old. Employment is another sore point, Buoyed by laws and court decisions, more and more older Americans are declining the retirement dinner in favor of staying on the job-thereby lessening employment and promotion opportunities for younger workers.Far from a kind of charity they once were, senior citizen discounts have become a formidable economic privilege to a group with millions of members who don,t need them.It no longer makes sense to treat the elderly as a single group whose economic needs deserve priority over those of others. Senior citizen discounts only enhance the myth that older people can,t take care of themselves and need special treatment；and they threaten the creation of a new myth, that the elderly are ungrateful and taking for themselves at the expense of children and other age groups. Senior citizen discounts are the essence of the very thing older Americans are fighting against-discrimination by age.56.We learn from the first paragraph that.A) offering senior citizens discounts has become routine commercial practice B) seniorcitizen discounts have enabled many old people to live a decent life C) giving senior citizens discounts has boosted the market for the elderlyD) senior citizens have to show their birth certificates to get a discount57.What assumption lies behind the practice of senior citizen discounts?A)Businesses, having made a lot of profits, should do something for society inreturn.B)Old people are entitled to special treatment for the contribution they made tosociety.C)The elderly, being financially underprivileged, need humane help from society.D)Senior citizen discounts can make up for the inadequacy of the Social Securitysystem.58.What does the underlined word “synonymous“ mean (Line 5, Para 2)?A) having different meanings B) having the same meaningC) opposite C) hostile59.According to some politicians and scholars, senior citizen discounts will .A)make old people even more dependent on societyB)intensify conflicts between the young and the oldC)have adverse financial impact on business companiesD)bring a marked increase in the companies revenues60.Which of the following words can replace the underlined word “Buoyed” in the passage(Line 3, Para 4)?A) Supported B) Opposed C) Abiding D) StandingIV. Translation (30%)Section A:Translate the following passage into English (15%)绿茶在亚洲非常风靡，在日本可谓是一种艺术。
广东学位英语考试真题及答案2024The Guangdong College English Test for English Majors (CET-4) is a standardized test designed to assess students' English proficiency in reading, writing, listening, and speaking. The test is administered annually in Guangdong province and is a requirement for all English majors seeking a bachelor's degree in China.The 2024 CET-4 exam consists of four sections: Listening, Reading Comprehension, Writing, and Translation. Each section tests different aspects of the students' language skills.The Listening section consists of multiple-choice questions based on audio recordings of conversations, lectures, and interviews. Students are required to listen carefully and answer questions based on the information they hear.The Reading Comprehension section includes a variety of reading passages, such as articles, essays, and reports. Students are required to read the passages carefully and answer questions to demonstrate their understanding of the texts.In the Writing section, students are asked to write an essay on a given topic. They are expected to demonstrate their abilityto organize their thoughts, develop arguments, and express their ideas clearly and cohesively.The Translation section tests students' ability to translate a passage from Chinese to English. Students are required to accurately convey the meaning of the original text while maintaining proper grammar, syntax, and vocabulary.To help students prepare for the exam, past papers and answer keys are often made available for practice. These resources can help students familiarize themselves with the format of the exam and identify areas where they may need to improve.Overall, the CET-4 exam is a comprehensive assessment of students' English language proficiency and plays a crucial role in determining their academic success. Students who perform well on the exam are more likely to excel in their studies and pursue opportunities for further education and career advancement.。
广外自考英语本科毕业水平考试真题全文共3篇示例，供读者参考篇1The past few years have seen a rising trend in the number of students taking the English undergraduate graduation level examination at Guangdong University of Foreign Studies (广东外语外贸大学). This exam is designed to assess students' overall proficiency in the English language and is a requirement for students graduating from the university.The exam usually covers a wide range of topics, including listening, reading, writing, and speaking. Students are expected to demonstrate their ability to understand and analyze complex texts, communicate effectively in written and spoken English, and engage with a variety of authentic materials.In terms of the structure of the exam, students are typically required to complete a series of tasks that test their reading and listening comprehension skills, as well as their ability to write essays and deliver oral presentations. The exam is usually divided into multiple sections, each focusing on different aspects of the English language.One of the key challenges of the exam is the time pressure that students face. Many students find it difficult to complete all the tasks within the allotted time, leading to a rush to finish and potentially compromising the quality of their work. To succeed in the exam, students need to be able to manage their time effectively and prioritize tasks based on their individual strengths and weaknesses.In terms of preparation, students are encouraged to practice regularly and familiarize themselves with the format of the exam. This includes completing past exam papers, working on sample questions, and seeking feedback from teachers and peers. Additionally, students can benefit from working with a tutor or joining a study group to receive additional support and guidance.Overall, the English undergraduate graduation level exam at Guangdong University of Foreign Studies is a challenging but rewarding opportunity for students to demonstrate their language proficiency and academic skills. With dedication, practice, and the right support, students can successfully navigate the exam and achieve their academic goals.篇2The self-taught English undergraduate graduation level examination is an important milestone for students studying at Guangdong University of Foreign Studies. This examination assesses students' proficiency in the English language through a comprehensive test covering listening, reading, writing, and speaking skills. The examination is designed to ensure that students have achieved a high standard of English language proficiency by the time they graduate from their undergraduate program.The examination consists of multiple-choice questions, short answer questions, and essay questions that test students' understanding of vocabulary, grammar, and comprehension. The listening and speaking components of the examination require students to demonstrate their ability to understand and communicate in English through various audio and oral prompts. The reading and writing components test students' ability to comprehend and produce written English and to analyze and respond to English texts.In order to prepare for the examination, students are encouraged to practice their English language skills on a regular basis, both inside and outside of the classroom. They are also advised to review the content covered in their English coursesand to seek additional resources and support from their teachers and classmates.Overall, the self-taught English undergraduate graduation level examination at Guangdong University of Foreign Studies is a challenging but rewarding experience for students. By successfully completing this examination, students demonstrate their proficiency in the English language and their readiness to enter the workforce or pursue further academic studies in English-speaking countries.篇3The following is a sample of a graduation level English exam for Guangwai self-study students:Section A: Reading ComprehensionPart 1: Read the following passage and answer the questions that follow.China is the world's most populous country, with a population of over 1.3 billion people. It is also one of the world's oldest continuous civilizations, with a history that dates back thousands of years. China is known for its rich cultural heritage, including its traditional arts, music, and cuisine.1. What is the population of China?2. How old is China's civilization?3. What is China known for?Part 2: Read the following passage and answer the questions that follow.The Great Wall of China is one of the most famous landmarks in the world. It was built over 2,000 years ago to protect the Chinese empire from invading forces. The wall stretches over 13,000 miles and is an impressive feat of engineering.4. When was the Great Wall of China built?5. How long is the Great Wall of China?6. Why was the Great Wall of China built?Section B: WritingPart 1: Write a short essay (150-200 words) on the following topic: "The importance of education in today's world."Part 2: Write a letter (100-150 words) to a friend inviting them to visit you in China. Include details about places to visit, activities to do, and the best time to come.Section C: Listening ComprehensionListen to the audio clips and answer the questions that follow.1. What is the speaker's name?2. Where is the speaker from?3. What is the speaker's favorite food?Overall, the Guangwai self-study English exam tests students on their reading comprehension, writing skills, and listening comprehension abilities. It is designed to assess students' proficiency in English and ensure they have reached the required graduation level. Students are encouraged to prepare thoroughly for the exam to demonstrate their language skills effectively.。
2024广东省学业水平考试真题英语2024 Guangdong Province Academic Proficiency Exam English TestSection A: Reading ComprehensionRead the following passage and answer the questions below.According to a recent survey, many teenagers in Guangzhou spend an average of 6 hours a day on their smartphones. This extensive smartphone use can have negative effects on their mental and physical health. Research has shown that excessive screen time can lead to a decrease in attention span, poor sleep quality, and an increased risk of depression and anxiety.In order to combat this issue, experts suggest limiting screen time to no more than 2 hours a day for teenagers. They also recommend taking regular breaks, staying physically active, and engaging in face-to-face social interactions. By implementing these strategies, teenagers can improve their overall well-being and reduce the negative impact of excessive smartphone use.Questions:1. According to the survey, how many hours a day do teenagers in Guangzhou spend on their smartphones on average?2. What are some negative effects of excessive smartphone use, according to the passage?3. What are some strategies recommended by experts to combat the negative effects of excessive smartphone use?Section B: WritingWrite an essay on the following topic:"Should cellphones be banned in schools?"In recent years, there has been a heated debate over whether cellphones should be allowed in schools. Some argue that cellphones can be a useful tool for learning and communication, while others believe that they are a distraction and can lead to academic dishonesty. In your essay, discuss both sides of the argument and present your own opinion on whether cellphones should be banned in schools. Support your opinion with reasons and examples.Section C: Listening ComprehensionYou will listen to a conversation between two students discussing the pros and cons of using social media. After listening, answer the following questions:1. What are some benefits of using social media, according to the conversation?2. What are some drawbacks of using social media, according to the conversation?Good luck on the exam!。
广东专升本英语考试真题2024【Guangdong College Entrance Examination for Adults (Specialized English) 2024】In 2024, the Guangdong College Entrance Examination for Adults (Specialized English) will test candidates on their proficiency in English language and comprehension skills. The examination will consist of multiple choice questions, reading comprehension passages, writing tasks, and listening exercises. Here are some sample questions that candidates may encounter in the exam:1. Multiple Choice Question:Choose the correct word to complete the sentence:The ________ in the room made it difficult to concentrate.a) noise b) quite c) peace d) silence2. Reading Comprehension:Read the following passage and answer the questions that follow:"Climate change is a pressing issue that requires urgent action from governments and individuals alike. Rising global temperatures are causing extreme weather events andthreatening our planet's ecosystems. It is essential that we all take steps to reduce our carbon footprint and protect the environment for future generations."Questions:What is the main topic of the passage?a) Climate changeb) Saving moneyc) Traveling the worldd) Gardening3. Writing Task:Write a short paragraph (100-150 words) on the following topic:"Describe a memorable trip you have taken and explain why it was special to you."4. Listening Exercise:Listen to the audio clip and answer the questions that follow:Audio clip: "Hello, this is Sarah speaking. I'm calling to let you know that the meeting scheduled for tomorrow has beenpostponed until next week. Please spread the word to all team members."Questions:When has the meeting been postponed to?a) Next monthb) Tomorrowc) Next weekd) TodayThese sample questions are just a glimpse of what candidates can expect in the Guangdong College Entrance Examination for Adults (Specialized English) in 2024. It is important for candidates to prepare thoroughly by practicing their English language skills, reading extensively, and familiarizing themselves with common test formats. Good luck to all candidates taking the exam!。
广外英语水平考试试题一、单项选择题1、What does the word "irony" mean?A.讽刺B.热情C.舒适D.灵感2、The students were given a______ task that required them to finish it in one day.A. laboriousB. complexC. simpleD. dull3、The______ of the meeting was that there would be no more workon that project.A. conclusionB. divisionC. speechD. progress二、阅读理解题Read the following passage and answer the questions below. The development of English in China has been a hot topic in recent years. With the increasing influence of English in China, more and more Chinese people are beginning to learn this global language. English has become a required subject in most Chinese schools, and many people are also choosing to study abroad to improve their English skills.However, there are also some challenges in learning English in China. One of the main challenges is the lack of good teachers. In some areas, teachers may not have enough knowledge orexperience to teach English well. In addition, many students are not motivated to learn English because they think it is a difficult subject or they are not sure if they will ever use English in their daily lives.Despite these challenges, there are also many opportunities for English learners in China. With the growing globalization of the Chinese economy, more and more foreign companies are entering the Chinese market, providing job opportunities for English-speaking graduates. In addition, China is also becoming a popular tourist destination, and English-speaking tour guides are in high demand.1、What is the main topic of the passage?A. The importance of English in China.B. The challenges of learning English in China.C. The opportunities for English learners in China.D. All of the above.2、Why are more and more Chinese people learning English?A. Because it is a global language.B. Because it is a required subject in most Chinese schools.C. Because they want to study abroad to improve their skills.D. All of the above.3、What are some of the challenges in learning English in China?A. Lack of good teachers and students not motivated to learn English.B. Lack of good textbooks and not enough time to learn English.C. Lack of good teachers and not enough job opportunities for English-speaking people.D. Lack of good teachers and students not sure if they will ever use English in their daily lives.山西省学业水平考试英语试题一、单项选择题（共15小题，每小题1分，共15分）从A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最恰当的答案，并说明理由。
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Ⅰ. 单项选择1、He is taller than _______ girl in his class.A．any B．otherC．any other D．another2、She writes ________ than I.A．much carful B．more carefulC．much carefully D．much more carefully3、一Did you have a discussion with him about the matter?一No. When I saw him, he his history project busily.A．was preparing B．prepares C．has prepared D．prepared4、The film Avengers: Infinity War (复仇者联盟3：无限战争) is so exciting that I want to watch it _______ second time. A．a B．an C．the D．/5、—Jim，do you go to the gym?You look fit.—Twice a week.A．how often B．how far C．how much D．how long6、John is a kind boy. He __________ helps others when they are in trouble.A．never B．hardly C．always D．sometimes7、—Thanks ______ joining the Talk Show!—You're welcome.A．by B．on C．of D．for8、---______ will we arrive at the airport?--- In two hours.A．How often B．How long C．How far D．How soon9、－Why didn't you come to Jenny's birthday party yesterday?－Because I .A．didn't invite B．isn't invited C．wasn't invited D．haven't invited10、---What took you so long?---I got lost. I have no ________ of direction.A．feeling B．abilityC．knowledge D．senseⅡ. 完形填空11、完形填空阅读下面的短文，掌握其大意，然后从短文后各题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选择最佳选项。
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2.考试时间120分钟1.Proofreading and Cloze (20%)Section A: Proofreading (10%)Correct the errors in the passage on the ANSWER SHEET. Some lines are correct, and the others are incorrect, each line containing only one error: with a wrong word, an unnecessary word OR a missing word. Make the corrections in the following way.For a correct line: Put a tick ( J )in the space given.For an unnecessary word: Cross out the unnecessary word, and then write the word in the space given.For a missing word: Mark the position of that missing word with a caret “ 人”，andthen write the word in the space given.For a wrong word: Underline the wrong word, and then write the correct one in thespace given.Sample:When art museum wants a new exhibit, it 1.anAnever buys things in finished form and hangs 2.neverthem on the wall. When a natural history museum 3.Jwants an exhibition, it must often build it. 4.exhibitNOW do it on your ANSWER SHEETSection Two: Cloze (10%)There are 20 blanks in the passage, and 25 words in the box below the passage. Decide which given word should go to which blank.Most parents, I suppose , have had the experience of reading a bedtime story to their children. And they must have 21 how difficult it is to write a 22 children's book. Eitherthe author has aimed too 23 , so that the children can't follow what is in his (or more often, her) story, 24 the story seems to be talking to the readers.The best children's books are 25 very difficult nor very simple, and satisfy both the 26 who hears the story and the adult who 27 it. Unfortunately, there are in fact 28 books like this, 29 the problem of finding the right bedtime story is not 30 to solve.This may be why many of books regarded as 31 of children's literature were in fact written for32. “Alice,s Adventure in Wonderland” is perhap33toifethi ost Children, left for themselves, often 34 the worst possible interest in literature. Just leave a child in bookshop or 35 and he will 36 willingly choose the books written in an imaginative way，or have a look at most children's comics, full of the stories and jokes which are the 37 of teachers and right-thinking parents.Perhaps we parents should stop trying to brainwash children into 38 our taste in literature. After all children and adults are so 39 that we parents should not expect that they will enjoy the 40 books. So I suppose we'll just have to compromise over that bedtime story.a. orb. easyc. obviousd. objectionse. andf. acceptingg. forh. goodi. showj. morek. different l. realized m. about n. high o. grown upsp. library q. through r. neither s. works t. readsU. not v. few w. so x. child y. s ameII. Reading Comprehension (20%)There are 4 reading passages in this part. Read them and answer the 25 questions following these passages.Questions 41 to 45 refer to the passage below:I had an experience some years ago which taught me something about the ways in which people make a bad situation worse by blaming themselves. One January, I had to officiate at two funerals on successive days for two elderly women in my community. Both had died "full of years," as the Bible would say; both yielded to the normal wearing out of the body after a long and full life. Their homes happened to be near each other, so I paid condolencecalls on the two families on the same afternoon.At the first home, the son of the deceased woman said to me, "If only I had sent my mother to Florida and gotten her out of this cold and snow, she would be alive today. It's my fault that she died." At the second home, the son of the other deceased woman said, "If only I hadn't insisted on my mother's going to Florida, she would be alive today. That long airplane ride, the abrupt change of climate, was more than she could take. It's my fault that she's dead."When things don't turn out as we would like them to, it is very tempting to assume that had we done things differently, the story would have had a happier ending. Priests knowthat any time there is a death, the survivors will feel guilty. Because the course ofaction they took turned out badly, they believe that the opposite course - keeping Motherat home, postponing the operation - would have turned out better. After all, how could it have turned out any worse?There seem to be two elements involved in our readiness to feel guilt. The first is our pressing need to believe that the world makes sense, that there is a cause for every effect and a reason for everything that happens. That leads us to find patterns and connections both where they really exist and where they exist only in our minds.The second element is the notion that we are the cause of what happens, especially the bad things that happen. It seems to be a short step from believing that every event has a cause to believing that every disaster is our fault. The roots of this feeling may lie in our childhood. Psychologists speak of the infantile myth of omnipotence . A baby comes to think that the world exists to meet his needs, and that he makes everything happen in it. He wakes up in the morning and summons the rest of the world to its tasks. He cries, and someone comes to attend to him. When he is hungry, people feed him, and when he is wet, people change him. Very often, we do not completely outgrow that infantile notion that our wishes cause things to happen.41.What is said about the two deceased elderly women?A)They lived out a natural life.B)They died of exhaustion after the long plane ride.C)They weren't accustomed to the change in weather.D)They died due to lack of care by family members.42.The author had to conduct the two women's funerals probably because.A)he wanted to console the two familiesB)he was an official from the communityC)he had great sympathy for the deceasedD)he was priest of the local church43.What does the underlined word “condolence“ mean (Line 6, Para. 1)?A) inquiry B) sympathy C) indifferent D) emergency44.People feel guilty for the deaths of their loved ones becauseA)they couldn't find a better way to express their griefB)they believe that they were responsibleC)they had neglected the natural course of eventsD)they didn't know things often turn out in the opposite direction 45. In the context of the passage, "... the world makes sense" (Line 2, Para, 4) probably means that.A)everything in the world is predeterminedB)the world can be interpreted in different waysC)there's an explanation for everything in the worldD)we have to be sensible in order to understand the worldQuestions 45-50 refer to the following passage:Throughout the nation's more than 15,000 school districts, widely differing approaches to teaching science and math have emerged. Though there can be strength in diversity, a newinternational analysis suggests that this variability has instead contributed to lackluster achievement scores by U.S. children relative to their peers in other developed countries. Indeed, concludes William H. Schmidt of Michigan State University, who led the new analysis, "no single intellectually coherent vision dominates U.S. educational practice in math or science.'' The reason, he said, "is because the system is deeply and fundamentally flawed."The new analysis, released this week by the National Science Foundation in Arlington, Va., is based on data collected from about 50 nations as part of the Third International Mathematics and Science Study.Not only do approaches to teaching science and math vary among individual U.S. communities, the report finds, but there appears to be little strategic focus within a school district,s curricula, its textbooks, or its teachers' activities. This contrasts sharply with the coordinated national programs of most other countries.On average, U.S. students study more topics within science and math than their international counterparts do. This creates an educational environment that "is a mile wide and an inch deep," Schmidt notes.For instance, eighth graders in the United States cover about 33 topics in math versus just 19 in Japan. Among science courses, the international gap is even wider. U.S. curricula for this age level resemble those of a small group of countries including Australia, Thailand, Iceland, and Bulgaria. Schmidt asks whether the United States wants to be classed with these nations, whose educational systems "share our pattern of splintered visions" but which are not economic leaders.The new report "couldn't come at a better time," says Gerald Wheeler, executive director of the National Science Teachers Association in Arlington. "The new National Science Education Standards provide that focused vision," including the call "to do less, but in greater depth."Implementing the new science standards and their math counterparts will be the challenge, he and Schmidt agree, because the decentralized responsibility for education in the United States requires that any reforms be tailored and instituted one community at a time.In fact, Schmidt argues, reforms such as these proposed national standards "face an almost impossible task, because even though they are intellectually coherent, each becomes only one more voice in the babble."46.What does the underlined word “lackluster” mean in the passage (Line 4, Para. 1)?A) unique B) distinguishing C)important D) common47.According to the passage, the teaching of science and math in America isA)focused on tapping students' potentialB)characterized by its diversityC)losing its vitality graduallyD)going downhill in recent years48.The fundamental flaw of American school education is that.A)it lacks a coordinated national programB)it sets a very low academic standard for studentsC)it relies heavily on the initiative of individual teachersD)it attaches too much importance to intensive study of school subjects49.By saying that the U.S. educational environment is "a mile wide and an inch deep" (Line2, Para. 5), the author means U.S. educational practice.A)lays stress on quality at the expense of quantityB)offers an environment for comprehensive educationC)encourages learning both in depth and in scopeD)scratches the surface of a wide range of topics50.The new National Science Education Standards are good news in that they willA)provide depth to school science educationB)solve most of the problems in school teachingC)be able to meet the demands of the communityD)quickly dominate U.S. educational practiceQuestions 51-55 refer to the passage that follows:There are good reasons to be troubled by the violence that spreads throughout the media. Movies, Television and video games are full of gunplay and bloodshed, and one might reasonably ask what,s wrong with a society that presents videos of domestic violence as entertainment.Most researchers agree that the causes of real-world violence are complex. A 1993 study by the U.S. National Academy of Sciences listed “biological, individual, family, peer, school, and community fact ors” as all playing their parts.Viewing abnormally large amounts of violent television and video games may well contribute to violent behavior in certain individuals. The trouble comes when researchers downplay uncertainties in their studies or overstate the case for causality. Skeptics were dismayed several years ago when a group of societies including the American Medical Association tried to end the debate by issuing a joint statement: “At this time, well over 1,000 studies... point overwhelmingly to a causal connection between media violence and aggressive behavior in some children.”Freedom-of-speech advocates accused the societies of catering to politicians, and even disputed the number of studies (most were review articles and essays, they said). When Jonathan Freedman, a social psychologist at the University of Toronto, reviewed the literature, he found only 200 or so studies of television-watching and aggression. And when he weeded out “the most doubtful measures of aggression”, only 28% supported a connection.The critical point here is causality. The alarmists say they have proved that violent media cause aggression. But the assumptions behind their observations need to be examined. When labeling games as violent or non-violent, should a hero eating a ghost really be counted as a violent event? And when experimenters record the time it takes game players to read ‘aggressive, or ‘non -aggressive, words from a list, can we be sure what they are actually measuring? The intent of the new Harvard Center on Media and Child Health to collect and standardize studies of media violence in order to compare their methodologies, assumptions and conclusions is an important step in the right direction.Another appropriate step would be to tone down the criticism until we know more. Several researchers write, speak and testify quite a lot on the threat posed by violence in the media.That is, of course, their privilege. But when doing so, they often come out with statements that the matter has now been settled, drawing criticism from colleagues. In response, the alarmists accuse critics and news reporters of being deceived by the entertainment industry. Such clashes help neither science nor society.51.Why is there so much violence shown in movies, TV and video games?A)There is a lot of violence in the real world today.B)Something has gone wrong with today,s society.C)Many people are fond of gunplay and bloodshed.D)Showing violence is thought to be entertaining.52.What is the skeptics (Line 3. Para. 3) view of media violence?A)Violence on television is a fairly accurate reflection of real-world life.B)Most studies exaggerate the effect of media violence on the viewers.C) A causal relationship exists between media and real-world violence.D)The influence of media violence on children has been underestimated.53.What does the underlined word “causality“ mean (Line 3, Para. 3)?A) casualty B) objectivityC) the relationship between cause and effect D) liability54.The author uses the term “alarmists” (Line 1. Para. 5) to refer to those who .A)use standardized measurements in the studies of media violenceB)initiated the debate over the influence of violent media on realityC)assert a direct link between violent media and aggressive behaviorD)use appropriate methodology in examining aggressive behavior55.In refuting the alarmists, the author advances his argument by first challenging .A)the source and amount of their dataB)the targets of their observationC)their system of measurementD)their definition of violenceQuestions 56-60 refer to the passage below:Age has its privileges in America. And one of the more prominent of them is the senior citizen discount. Anyone who has reached a certain age —in some cases as low as 55—is automatically entitled to a dazzling array of price reductions at nearly every level of commercial life. Eligibility is determined not by one,s need but by the date on one,s birth certificate. Practically unheard of a generation ago, the discounts have become a routine part of many businesses —as common as color televisions in motel rooms and free coffee on airliners.People with gray hair often are given the discounts without even asking for them；yet,millions of Americans above age 60 are healthy and solvent. Businesses that would never dare offer discounts to college students or anyone under 30 freely offer them to older Americans. The practice is acceptable because of the widespread belief that “elderly” and “needy” are synonymous. Perhaps that once was true, but today elderly Americans as a group have a lower poverty rate than the rest of the population. To be sure, there is economic diversity within the elderly, and many older Americans are poor. But most of them aren,t.It is impossible to determine the impact of the discounts on individual companies. For many firms, they are a stimulus to revenue. But in other cases the discounts are given at the expense, directly or indirectly, of younger Americans. Moreover, they are a direct irritant in what some politicians and scholars see as a coming conflict between the generations.Generational tensions are being fueled by continuing debate over Social Security benefits, which mostly involves a transfer of resources from the young to the old. Employment is another sore point, Buoyed by laws and court decisions, more and more older Americans are declining the retirement dinner in favor of staying on the job-thereby lessening employment and promotion opportunities for younger workers.Far from a kind of charity they once were, senior citizen discounts have become a formidable economic privilege to a group with millions of members who don,t need them.It no longer makes sense to treat the elderly as a single group whose economic needs deserve priority over those of others. Senior citizen discounts only enhance the myth that older people can,t take care of themselves and need special treatment；and they threaten the creation of a new myth, that the elderly are ungrateful and taking forthemselves at the expense of children and other age groups. Senior citizen discounts are the essence of the very thing older Americans are fighting against-discrimination by age.56. We learn from the first paragraph that.A) offering senior citizens discounts has become routine commercial practiceB) senior citizen discounts have enabled many old people to live a decent lifeC) giving senior citizens discounts has boosted the market for the elderlyD) senior citizens have to show their birth certificates to get a discount57. What assumption lies behind the practice of senior citizen discounts?A) Businesses, having made a lot of profits, should do something for society inreturn.B) Old people are entitled to special treatment for the contribution they made tosociety.C) The elderly, being financially underprivileged, need humane help from society.D) Senior citizen discounts can make up for the inadequacy of the Social Securitysystem.58. What does the underlined word “synonymous“ mean (Line 5, Para 2)?A) having different meanings B) having the same meaningC) opposite C) hostile59. According to some politicians and scholars, senior citizen discounts will .A) make old people even more dependent on societyB) intensify conflicts between the young and the oldC) have adverse financial impact on business companiesD) bring a marked increase in the companies revenues60. Which of the following words can replace the underlined word “Buoyed” in the passage(Line 3, Para 4)?A) Supported B) Opposed C) Abiding D) StandingWrite your translation on the ANSWER SHEET[.Translation (40%)Section A:Translate the following passage into English (20%)大自然对人的恩赐，无论贫富，一律平等。
2024广东专升本英语考试真题及答案2024 Guangdong College English Proficiency ExamPart I Listening Comprehension （20 minutes）Section ADirections: In this section, you will hear 10 short conversations. At the end of each conversation, a question will be asked about 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. At a seafood restaurant.B. At a meat market.C. At a food festival.D. At a vegetarian restaurant.2. A. It's an ancient object.B. It's a gift from the speaker's friend.C. It's a valuable piece of art.D. It's a souvenir from the speaker's trip.3. A. To play the guitar.B. To attend a guitar lesson.C. To perform in a concert.D. To join a music club.4. A. In a park.B. In a zoo.C. In a pet store.D. In a farm.5. A. She failed to reserve a seat.B. She bought a more expensive ticket.C. She missed the train.D. She can't find her seat.6. A. Borrow some sugar.B. Make some dessert.C. Bring some cookies.D. Have a cup of tea.7. A. He likes camping.B. He is allergic to mosquitoes.C. He once got lost in the forest.D. He has never been to the countryside.8. A. The woman has a talent for acting.B. The man is involved in a theater group.C. The man is attending a drama class.D. The woman admires actors.9. A. Find her phone.B. Keep quiet.C. Text her.D. Wake her up.10. A. The child is doing better.B. The child likes orange juice.C. The child needs to rest more.D. The child has recovered.Section BDirections: In this section, you will hear 3 short passages. At the end of each passage, you will hear some questions. The passages and the questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a question, read the four possible answers on your paper, and decide which one is the best answer to the question you have heard.Passage One11. A. The man is a writer.B. The man is a musician.C. The man is a teacher.D. The man is a composer.12. A. During a play.B. During a movie.C. On a bus.D. On a boat.13. A. The city.B. The mountains.C. The desert.Passage Two14. A. They will have a party.B. They will watch a movie.C. They will attend a performance.D. They will go on a trip.15. A. The program.B. The food.C. The weather.D. The venue.16. A. She is happy.B. She is cold.C. She is tired.D. She is hungry.Passage Three17. A. Music.B. Painting.D. History.18. A. In the summer.B. In the fall.C. In the winter.D. In the spring.19. A. Teach a course.B. Attend a concert.C. Write an article.D. Arrange an event.20. A. In a classroom.B. In a studio.C. In a library.D. In a gallery.Part II Reading Comprehension (35 minutes) Section ADirections: For each blank in the following passage, there are four words or phrases marked A, B, C and D. Fill in each blank with the word or phrase that best fits the context.One of the happiest things in a teacher’s life is to see his students 21 greatly in their studies. In my ninth grade class, I was fortunate to 22 a student named Tom who was quite shy. He was considered by many of his 23 to be a slow learner and not particularly bright. No one expected him to 24 much in school. Everyone, that is, except me.In the fall of one year, I 25 Tom if he would like to join the school drama club. Tom was greatly interested in drama, but was too 26 to join until I asked him. Tom was very 27 with the club, and he could not have been 28 excited. Throughout the year, he continued to improve in his social skills, his confidence, and his grades. Now, 29 years later, Tom tells me he believes his 30 in drama club was the turning point in his life.21. A. develop B. decline C. drop D. increase22. A. find B. catch C. offer D. notice23. A. classmates B. competitors C. teachers D. friends24. A. give up B. come through C. bring up D. send for25. A. informed B. questioned C. advised D. invited26. A. busy B. lazy C. nervous D. polite27. A. excited B. upset C. pleased D. annoyed28. A. less B. more C. so D. much29. A. eighteen B. twenty C. thirty D. forty30. A. hobby B. role C. experience D. relativesSection BDirections: Read the following passage and answer the questions. For each question, choose the best answer from A, B, C and D.Only recently, I came to know something of the short and unhappy life of the 16th-century Dutch painter Hieronymus Bosch. This artist is often quoted as being critical of the church of his time and as having painted 31 scenes full of imaginary horrors and fantasies. Well, in one sense these things are true enough but, however, the 32 thing is that Bosch's work is full of humor and pity for human weaknesses.Let us take a closer 33 at his famous painting "The Garden of Earthly Delights", which many consider the artist's masterpiece. The painting is a triptych(三联画) , which means it is made up of three parts. The right-hand panel shows Hell, with all the punishments we might expect. However, the central panel, which shows the Garden of Earthly Delights, is a different matter altogether. On 34 this panel, you would find scenes of nudity and frivolity, of music and dance, and you would find the painting huge and powerful. What Bosch meant by this painting, no one can know for certain, but it is 35 that he wanted to remind us of the horror of Hell.31. A. incredible B. religious C. livelyD. scientific32. A. important B. unhappy C. normalD. interesting33. A. view B. sight C. imageD. look34. A. examining B. closing C. analyzingD. viewing35. A. regretful B. possible C. fearfulD. sinfulPart III Vocabulary (10 minutes)Directions: There are 30 incomplete sentences in this part. For each sentence, there are four choices marked A, B, C, and D. Choose the one that best completes the sentence and put the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet.36. The fact that he was always late for work was nothing but an _______ for his employer.A. actionB. excuseC. reasonD. evidence37. Do you know where we can obtain good _______ for our project?A. documentsB. policeC. soldiersD. octopuses38. The manager's new plan is clever and_______ to the company's resources.A. deliberateB. suitableC. specialD. inferior39. High school students are often _______ about their future careers.A. particularB. afraidC. uncertainD. hungry40. The medicine should be taken in _______ with a doctor's instructions.A. coordinateB. coordinationC. coordinatingD. coordinatesSection BDirections: In this section, there are ten sentences with a blank in each sentence. You are to complete the sentence with one word that best fits the sentence and write this word on the Answer Sheet.41. Don't get too _______ in computer games or you'll neglect your homework.42. I was _______ with the long journey after hours of driving.43. Many people believe in the _______ of fate in their lives.44. He is always _______ to help those in need.45. The restaurant was very _______ last night, but today it's quite crowded.Part IV Translation (15 minutes)Directions: For this part, you are allowed 15 minutes to translate a passage from Chinese into English. You should write your answer on the Answer Sheet.西湖，位于杭州市西部，湖面呈近月形。
2024广东专升本英语考试真题及答案全文共6篇示例，供读者参考篇12024 Guangdong Associate Degree Entrance Exam English Test - A Kid's PerspectiveHi everyone! My name is Xiaoming and I'm 10 years old. I love English class and my biggest dream is to become an amazing English teacher when I grow up! I've been practicing really hard to get ready for the big Guangdong Associate Degree test in English. My older sister took it last year and said it was super tough. But I'm determined to do my best!The test had four sections - listening, reading, writing, and translation. I'll share all the fun details with you!ListeningThis part was pretty awesome! We got to listen to recordings of different conversations and answer multiple choice questions about them. There were talks between friends making plans, a mom scolding her kid for being naughty, even a radio篇22024 Guangdong Associate's Degree Entrance English Exam Real Questions and AnswersHi everyone! My name is Xiaoming and I'm a 5th grader. My big brother took the Guangdong associate's degree entrance exam this year to get into a good university. He studied really hard for the English part. I helped him practice some of the questions and I'm going to share the real exam questions with you, along with my brother's answers! Maybe it will help you if you take the test next year.Reading ComprehensionThe first section was reading comprehension. There was a long passage about how penguins survive in the cold Antarctic environment. It explained their thick feathers, fat reserves, huddling behavior and more. Here are some of the questions:Why do penguins huddle together?A) To share body heatB) To hide from predatorsC) To play gamesD) To take a napMy brother put A. Penguins huddle close together to stay warm by sharing each other's body heat. Smart penguins!According to the passage, how do penguins get food?A) They hunt sealsB) They dive and swim to catch fish and krillC) They eat penguin eggsD) They wait for humans to feed themThe right answer is B. The passage said penguins are excellent swimmers and divers. They swim underwater to catch little shrimp-like creatures called krill as well as fish.Which of the following is NOT mentioned as helping penguins stay warm?A) Thick feather coatB) Layer of fatC) Heated rock nestsD) Huddling in groupsMy brother chose C because the passage didn't say anything about heated rock nests for penguins. The other three options were ways it said penguins adapt to the freezing conditions.Grammar and VocabularyThen there was a grammar section testing different verb tenses, noun plurals, prepositions and more. Like:Sarah ______ a new video game yesterday.A) buyB) buysC) boughtD) buyingMy brother picked C because the sentence is talking about something Sarah did in the past, so you need the past tense "bought".Those boxes are too ______ for me to carry.A) heavyB) heavilyC) heavinessD) heavierHe chose A because it describes "those boxes" with the adjective "heavy". The other options didn't fit.My family ______ vacation every summer.A) go onB) goes inC) going toD) goes onThe answer is D - "goes on vacation" is the right phrase to use with the plural subject "My family".Writing TaskFor the writing part, my brother had to write a short essay arguing whether kids should have scheduled homework time at school or do homework at home. He decided homework at home is better because:Students can take breaks when needed at homeKids have different learning speeds so flexible time is goodDoing homework at school would make the day too long and tiringHis introduction grabbed the reader's attention by describing how stressed he gets rushing to finish homeworkafter getting home from school. Then he stated his thesis that homework time should be at home, not school.Each body paragraph started with one of the three main reasons listed above. He gave specific examples and explanations supporting each point. Like for #2, he wrote about how some students understand lessons quickly while others need more time, so rigid schedules at school wouldn't work well.His conclusion paragraph restated his position and main arguments in a persuasive way. He tried to make it sound really convincing!Speaking TaskThe speaking task was pretty cool. My brother had to imagine he was a travel agent giving information to a caller about visiting Beijing. Here are some of the questions he had to answer:What are some of the top tourist attractions in Beijing?He said you can't miss seeing the Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square, and the Great Wall of course! He described climbing up the ancient Great Wall and looking out over the amazing views.What kinds of foods should visitors try in Beijing?My brother recommended Peking duck, which is one of Beijing's most famous dishes. He also said they should get some jianbing, which is a delicious crepe-like street snack.How do you recommend getting around Beijing?For this one, he suggested taking the efficient subway system as much as possible since traffic can be really bad. But he also said trying a pedicab ride through the old hutong alleyways is a fun experience.What is the best time of year to visit Beijing?He advised going in mid-Spring or early Fall to avoid the super hot, humid summers and freezing cold winters. He said Spring and Fall have sunny, mild weather that's perfect for sightseeing.Let me know if you have any other questions! I tried to explain the real 2024 Guangdong associate's degree entrance exam as best as I could. It was pretty tricky but my brother felt prepared after practicing a lot. I hope this sneak peek helps you get ready too. Study hard and you'll do great!篇3The Big English Test for Grown-UpsHi there! My name is Li Ming and I'm 10 years old. My big sister Mei is taking a really important English test soon called the Guangdong Associate's Degree Entrance Exam. She has been studying so hard for it. I've been watching her prepare and I want to tell you all about this big test for grown-ups!Mei says English is a huge part of the exam. She has to know all sorts of vocabulary words, grammar rules, reading skills, and even how to write essays. It's like her entire English learning journey from kindergarten until now is being tested. No pressure, right?She showed me some practice questions and they were pretty hard! But I'll share some with you so you can see. One section just had individual words and you had to choose the definition from four choices. Like this one:UbiquitousA) RareB) Present everywhereC) DeliciousD) AngryThe answer is B - present everywhere. That篇4The 2024 Big Test for Older StudentsHi everyone! My name is Xiaoming and I'm 8 years old. My big brother Daming just took a really important test called the Guangdong Self-Study Exam. It's a huge deal because it lets students who went to junior college upgrade and become university students instead! Daming studied super hard for months to prepare. I'm going to tell you all about his big test day.On the morning of the test, Daming woke up at 5am which is insanely early. He had to leave our house by 6am to get to the test center on time. The test was being held at a big high school downtown. When we got there, there were sooooo many students lined up outside! Hundreds and hundreds of them, maybe even a thousand. Daming got really nervous watching the huge crowds.Finally the gates opened at 7:30am and everyone rushed inside to find their assigned classroom. Daming's roomwas on the third floor. He had to sit at a tiny desk and put all his stuff in a little storage cubby beside him. A supervisor walked around checking everyone's ID and making sure no one had anycheating devices like hidden notes or their phone. It was dead silent in the room - you could hear a pin drop!At exactly 8am, the lead supervisor announced the start of the English test. Daming said the first section was listening comprehension. They played audio recordings of conversations and lectures, and you had to answer multiple choice questions showing you understood. Daming told me some of the topics were about business, science, and current events. He found this part pretty tough.Next up was reading comprehension. Daming had to read some very long and boring passages abouthistory, technology, and other dull subjects. Then he had to answer all these crazy specific questions to prove he understood all the details. His brain was hurting just from concentrating so hard!After those two sections, Daming got a 15 minute break. He stretched his legs and drank some water. When the break ended, it was time for the writing section. Daming had to write a whole essay answering a prompt about whether high school students should have a curfew. He said it was really hard to write a good essay in English within the time limit.The absolute final section was structure and vocabulary. Daming had to identify errors in sentences, choose synonyms forwords, and do other nitpicky grammar questions. By the end, his hand was cramping so bad from all the bubbling and writing!When the supervisors finally called time at 5pm, Daming felt dead tired. His brain could barely function after that 9 hour marathon! All the students handed in their test papers, closed their eyes, and let out a huge groan of relief when it was over.Daming said he felt okay about some sections of the test, but really struggled with other parts. He wasn't sure if he passed or failed. Stupidly, they don't tell students their score for 3 whole months! Daming has to nervously wait until August to find out his results. Keeping my fingers crossed for him!Whether he passed or failed, I'm just super proud of Daming for working so unbelievably hard. That test sounded like literal torture! I can't even imagine taking an exam like that unless they let me answer in crayon or something. Daming better get into a great university after all the suffering he endured. If not, I'm going to have some choice words for those mean test makers!Well, that's the full scoop on Daming's crazy test day. I admire any student who can make it through that intense English exam. When I'm older, you couldn't pay me enough money to take the Guangdong Self-Study Test. No thank you! For now, I'lljust stick to my times tables and spelling quizzes. Much less stressful!Let me know if you have any other questions! Being the little brother of a self-study warrior is tough, but I did my best to give you all the juicy details. Daming owes me bigtime for this...maybe he can buy me that new video game I want! Haha just kidding. Kind of. Bye!篇52024广东专升本英语考试真题及答案听力部分（Listening）第一题听录音，选出你所听到的单词：(A) apple(B) banana(C) orange答案：(B) banana第二题听录音，选择正确的图片：(A) ![cat][] (B) ![dog][] (C) ![bird][]答案：(A) ![cat][]## 阅读部分（Reading）### 第一题阅读下面的短文，回答问题：Hello, my name is Lucy. I am 10 years old. I have a pet dog named Max. Max is a Labrador Retriever. He is very friendly and playful. He loves to go for walks in the park and play fetch with a ball. Max is my best friend. I take care of him by feeding him, giving him water, and taking him for regular vetcheck-ups.Question: What is the name of Lucy's pet dog?答案：Max### 第二题阅读下面的短文，选择正确的答案：My name is Jack. I love playing sports. My favorite sport is soccer. I play soccer every weekend with my friends. We have a soccer match next Sunday. I am very excited about it. I practice a lot to improve my soccer skills. I want to be a professional soccer player when I grow up.Question: What is Jack's favorite sport?(A) Basketball (B) Soccer (C) Tennis答案：(B) Soccer## 写作部分（Writing）### 题目：你最喜欢的动物题目要求：用英语写一篇短文，介绍你最喜欢的动物。
2024年广东学位英语考试真题和答案Title: 2024 Guangdong College Entrance Examination for English Majors (CET) Real Questions and AnswersIntroductionThe Guangdong College Entrance Examination for English Majors (CET) is an important test that assesses the English proficiency of students in Guangdong Province, China. It is a comprehensive exam that covers listening, reading, writing, and speaking skills. In this article, we will provide the real questions and answers from the 2024 CET exam.Listening SectionQuestion 1: What is the main topic of the conversation?Answer: The conversation is about planning a trip to Japan.Question 2: Where does the woman suggest going for dinner?Answer: The woman suggests going to a new Mexican restaurant.Reading SectionQuestion 1: According to the passage, what are the benefits of studying abroad?Answer: The benefits of studying abroad include gaining new perspectives, experiencing different cultures, and improving language skills.Question 2: In paragraph 3, what does the word "prestigious" mean?Answer: Prestigious means having a high reputation or honor.Writing SectionQuestion: Write an essay of at least 250 words discussing the impact of social media on communication skills.Answer: Social media has changed the way we communicate in both positive and negative ways. On the one hand, it has made it easier to stay connected with friends and family. However, it has also led to a decrease in face-to-face interactions, which can affect our communication skills.Speaking SectionQuestion: Describe a memorable vacation you took and explain why it was so memorable.Answer: One memorable vacation I took was to Thailand. I was able to experience the beautiful beaches, try new foods, and learn about the culture. It was memorable because it was a new and exciting experience for me.ConclusionThe 2024 Guangdong College Entrance Examination for English Majors (CET) is a test that assesses students' English proficiency in listening, reading, writing, and speaking skills. By practicing with real questions and answers like the ones provided in this article, students can improve their chances of success on the exam.。
2024广东专升本英语考试真题及答案2024 Guangdong Self-taught Higher Education Entrance Examination English Exam Questions and AnswersPart I. Reading Comprehension (40 points)Read the following passage and answer the questions below.Being a successful entrepreneur requires a unique set of skills and qualities. One of the most important traits is resilience. Entrepreneurs must be able to bounce back from setbacks and failures, and continue moving forward. This ability to persevere in the face of challenges is what sets successful entrepreneurs apart from those who give up easily.Another key quality of successful entrepreneurs is creativity. In order to stand out in a competitive market, entrepreneurs must be able to think outside the box and come up with innovative ideas. Creativity allows entrepreneurs to solve problems and adapt to changing circumstances, which are essential for long-term success.Communication skills are also crucial for entrepreneurs. Whether it's pitching their ideas to investors, negotiating with suppliers, or building relationships with customers, entrepreneurs must be able to effectively communicate theirvision and ideas. Strong communication skills can help entrepreneurs build a strong network of supporters and collaborators, which can be invaluable in the business world.In addition to these qualities, successful entrepreneurs also possess a strong work ethic and a willingness to take risks. Entrepreneurship is not for the faint of heart, and those who are willing to work hard and take calculated risks are more likely to succeed.1. What is one of the most important traits of successful entrepreneurs?A. CreativityB. ResilienceC. Communication skillsD. Work ethic2. Why is creativity important for entrepreneurs?A. It helps them make more moneyB. It allows them to stand out in a competitive marketC. It makes their job easierD. It is essential for building relationships3. How can strong communication skills benefit entrepreneurs?A. They help increase profitsB. They allow entrepreneurs to work fewer hoursC. They help build a strong network of supporters and collaboratorsD. They make it easier to find investors4. What do successful entrepreneurs have in addition to resilience, creativity, and communication skills?A. A strong work ethicB. A large social media followingC. A willingness to take vacationsD. A fear of taking risksPart II. Writing (60 points)Write an essay on the following topic:"Discuss the importance of lifelong learning in today's rapidly changing world."In your essay, you should address the following points:- The benefits of lifelong learning for personal growth and development- How lifelong learning can help individuals adapt to changes in the job market- The role of lifelong learning in fostering innovation and creativity- Ways in which individuals can continue learning throughout their livesYour essay should be between 300-500 words in length.Sample Answer:Lifelong learning is essential in today's rapidly changing world for several reasons. Firstly, it provides individuals with the opportunity for personal growth and development. By continuously acquiring new knowledge and skills, individuals can expand their horizons, challenge themselves, and become better-rounded individuals. Lifelong learning can also enhance self-esteem and confidence, as individuals gain a sense of achievement and mastery over new subjects.Secondly, lifelong learning is crucial for adapting to changes in the job market. With advancements in technology and automation, many traditional jobs are becoming obsolete, whilenew industries and roles are emerging. By staying informed and up-to-date on the latest trends and developments in their field, individuals can improve their employability and stay relevant in a competitive job market. Lifelong learning allows individuals to acquire the skills and knowledge needed to transition into new roles and industries, ensuring that they remain competitive and adaptable.Furthermore, lifelong learning plays a key role in fostering innovation and creativity. By exposing themselves to new ideas and perspectives, individuals can spark creativity and generate innovative solutions to complex problems. Lifelong learners are more likely to think critically, experiment with new concepts, and push the boundaries of what is possible. In a world that demands constant innovation and advancement, lifelong learning is essential for driving progress and staying ahead of the curve.There are many ways in which individuals can continue learning throughout their lives. This can include enrolling in online courses, attending workshops and seminars, reading books and articles, participating in discussions and debates, and seeking mentorship from experts in their field. Additionally, individuals can join professional organizations, networking groups, and community events to connect with like-mindedindividuals and share knowledge and experiences. By making a commitment to lifelong learning, individuals can unlock new opportunities, expand their potential, and lead fulfilling and enriching lives.In conclusion, lifelong learning is a valuable pursuit that offers numerous benefits for personal growth, career development, and innovation. In a world that is constantly changing and evolving, individuals must embrace lifelong learning as a means of staying relevant, adaptable, and competitive. By investing in their education and continuing to acquire new skills and knowledge throughout their lives, individuals can achieve success, fulfillment, and happiness in an ever-changing world.。
2017年4月成人高等教育本科毕业生申请学士学位外国语水平考试（广东）英语试卷一Part I D ialogue Completion (15 points)Directions: There are 15 short dialogues in this part, each followed by four choices marked A,B,C and D. Choose the one that best completes the dialogue and mark your answer on the ANSWER SHEET.1.Speaker A:I guess I,m addicted to the Internet.Speaker B: So you,d better quit surfing the Net deep into the night.A. I knew it.B. Why, it,s a pity!C. I can,t help it.D. What seems the problem?2.Speaker A: Don,t be sad. I,m sure things will change for the better soon.Speaker B:A. That sounds awful.B. Yes, youre probably right.C. I hope not!D. You are welcome!3.Speaker A: Can I get some information about the training program here?Speaker B:.A. Yes, you doB. Go aheadC. You certainly canD. That’s fun4.Speaker A: Tom, would you like to go to a party this Saturday?Speaker B:. What kind of party?A. Sounds good.B. Looks nice.C. Seems all right.D. Feels OK.5.Waiter:?Customer: Yes, Ill have a steak, medium rare, with French fries.A.What do you want to eatB.Have you decided what to have yetC.Excuse me, are you ready to order nowD.Excuse me, but who'd like to order6.Speaker A: I've just heard the news about your test. Well done!Speaker B:.A. Don,t mention itB. Thank youC. Oh no! It was awfulD. Oh, it might be easy7.Speaker A: Let,s come back to our talk.Speaker B: You were talking about your trip to South Africa.A. What did I say?B. I forgot the time.C. Where was I?D. I have no idea.8.Speaker A: Why don,t we play basket ball this weekend?Speaker B:.A. That’s a brilliant ideaC. Glad you could make it9.Speaker A: I,d like a beer.Speaker B: Certainly sir,—A. I’ll take it.C. did you have a busy day? B. Sounds like an excellent jobD. I’m sure it isn’t so badB. what can I get you?D. I’ll get that straight away.10.Speaker A: Thank you for your time and effort to make my visit a success.Speaker B:.A. Don,t say thanksB. Don,t be so politeC. You are so politeD. I t,s my pleasure11.Speaker A: I quit my job yesterday.Speaker B: Why??Speaker A: No, I just got tired of doing the same thing again and again.A. Is it boringB. Are you sureC. Did something happenD. Are you serious12.Speaker A: I love swimming in a lake. It,s so much better than the ocean.Speaker B:! I like to swimming in a pool.A. So whatB. Good for meC. Me tooD. I don,t13.Speaker A: I met up with Jane today.Speaker B: Really?A. How is she doing?B. Come on.C. No wonder.D. Is that right?14.Speaker A: Hello, Shawinigan Water & Power Company, how may I help you?Speaker B:A.Hello. Can you tell me your name?B.I'm calling about my electricity bill.C.May I have your account number?D.OK, thank you for your help.15.Speaker A: I,d like to share with you what,s in my mind.Speaker B:.A. I,m all earsB. Thank you for your timeC. It,s up to youD. I,d rather notPart II Reading Comprehension (40 points)Directions: There are four passages in this part. Each passage is followed by five questions or unfinished statements. For each of them there are four choices marked A, B, C and D. Choose the best one and mark your answer on the ANSWER SHEET.Passage OneBig data can be defined as information that is too big or complex to be contained or processed by any one machine or person.As a student at the University of Sussex, Julian Dailly had two majors —English and philosophy. When he completed his studies, Dailly wondered how he would ever earn a living in a world filled with machines and technology. Now, he is part of the big data industry that includes Google and Facebook.Dailly,s research company, Monar Consulting, started three years ago with five employees. The company,s earnings have increased by 25% each year. It now employs 90 people. “What we do here is we try to discover whafs meaningful for people and link that to their economic behavior,” Dailly said.He noted the importance of working with people with different skills. “We have people from traditional research backgrounds, in addition to some in social sciences, economics, people from tech backgr ounds, and sales people,” Dailly said.Companies like Dailly's employ recent college graduates. The industry profits from the ideas of these young men and women. New forms of data also make it possible for some observers to predict the future. They are more valuable to companies and companies than the traditional forms of recording or reporting."We have access to the core information inside people's heads," Dailly said. "They tell you what people are going to do as opposed to what they've done. That helps people take proper action in advance. This makes it much more useful for strategy."Julian Dailly dismisses concerns th at computers have finally taken control of our daily lives. “Some may worry that humans will be allowed to be replaced by machines. I think it,s a fantasy.” 16. Dailly has an education background of.A. engineeringB. artsC. sciencesD. business17.Dailly,s company focuses on business in.A. marketing strategyB. machine sellingC. staff trainingD. big data research18.The company,s staff is characterized by all the following EXCEPT.A. fresh ideasB. young ageC. mixed education backgroundsD. rich experience in the field19.The company is aimed at making use of the information to help people.A. take predictive actionB. remember the pastC. learn from each otherD. stick to the tradition20.According to Dailly, the idea that humans may be replaced by machines.A. is a wise warningB. is pure imaginationC. may come trueD. needs further studyPassage TwoA new record for the oldest woman to run a marathon has been set, but it may not stand for more than a year: Harriette Thompson, 92, said that she hasn,t ruled out running the Rock ‘n' Roll Marathon in San Diego again next year. Harriette finished in 7 hours, 24 minutes, 36 seconds, the BBC reports, coming close to the over -90 record of 7 hours, 7minutes, and 42 seconds she set in 2014, despite having a very difficult year between marathons. "I couldn't train very well because my husband was very ill and I had to be with him for some time and then when he died in January I had some treatments on my leg," Thompson, who was in her 70s when she ran her first marathon, tells the AP. "I was just really thrilled that I could finish today."At 92 years and 65 days old, Thompson is 46 days older than Gladys Burrill was when Burrill finished the 2010 Honolulu Marathon. “I can,t believe I made it,” Thompson tells the Charlotte Observer. “I was really tired at one point. Around Mile 21, I was going up a hill and it was like a mountain, and I I was thinking, 'This is sort of crazy at my age. can't do it.' But then I felt better coming down the hill. And my son Brenny kept feeding me all these wonderful carbohydrates （碳水化合物）that kept me going."Thompson-whose parents, three brothers, and husband all died of cancer-tells the Observer that the San Diego marathon,s fundraising for the Leukemia （白血病）Society is what inspired her to run and may even bring her back again next year.21.What does Thompson say about the San Diego marathon next year?A. She may not be able to be there.B. She hasn,t thought ab out it.C. She is sure to take part in it.D. She is likely to run again.22.When did Thompson set her first over-90 marathon record?A. In 2010.B. In 2012.C. In 2014.D. In 2016.23.What did Thompson mainly do in that difficult year?A.She took care of her husband.B.She hurt her leg and had to rest.C.She received some new training.D.She traveled around her family.24.During this year,s marathon, Thompson.A.ran faster than last timeB.once considered giving upC.was confident she could make itD.could hardly move in the end25.What inspired Thompson to run the marathon?A.Setting her son a good example.B.Setting new marathon records.C.Raising money for cancer treatment.D.Living up to her own promise.Passage ThreeBefore the grass has thickened on the roadside and leaves have started growing on the trees is a perfect time to look around and see just how dirty Britain has become. The pavements are stained with chewing gum and the ditches are full of discarded fast food packets. Years ago I remember traveling abroad and being saddened by the plastic bags and discarded bottles. Nowadays, Britain seemsto look at least as bad. What has gone wrong?The problem is that the rubbish created by our increasingly mobile lives lasts a lot longer than before. If it is not cleared up and properly thrown away, it stays in the undergrowth (下层灌木)for years.It is estimated that 10 billion plastic bags have been given to shoppers. These will take anything from 100 to 1,000 years to rot. However, it is not as if there is no solution to this. A few years ago, the Irish government introduced a tax on non-recyclable carrier bags and in three months reduced their use by 90%. When he was a minister, Michael Meacher attempted to introduce a similar arrangement in Britain. The plastics industry protested, of course. However, they need not have bothered; the idea was killed beforeit could draw breath, leaving supermarkets free to give away plastic bags.What is clearly necessary right now is some sort of combined action, both individual and collective, before it is too late. The alternative is to continue sliding downhill until we have a country that looks like a vast rubbish tip. We may well be at the tipping point. Yet we know that people respond to their environment. If things around them are clean and tidy, people behave cleanly and tidily. If they are surrounded by rubbish, they behave like rubbish. Now, much of Britain looks pretty dirty. What will it look likein five years?26.What might be the best title for the passage?A. Plastic Bags.B. Environment Protection.C. Dirty Britain.D. Rubbish Disposal.27.The plastics industry in Britain protested because.A. a tax was proposed on non-recyclable carrier bagsB.supermarkets no longer gave away plastic bagsC.they were blamed for causing plastic pollutionD.the government did not support them28.The expression “sliding downhill”(Para. 4) means “”.A.working hard to reduce rubbishB.producing more plastic bagsC.encouraging people to use plastic bagsD.making things worse by taking no action29.Which of the following best describes the author,s outlook on the environment?A. Optimistic.B. Confused.C. Concerned.D. Indifferent.30.The purpose of the article is to.A.encourage the public to take action against rubbishB.discourage people from supporting the plastics industryC.call on the government to protect the environmentD.encourage supermarkets to give away recyclable bagsPassage FourThose who work in the Netherlands often feel that a lot of time is wasted in discussions that lead to nothing. There are often meetings with documents, an agenda and a chairman. All those present will have their say, after which their remarks are discussed.He who decides to skip a meeting though he has nothing more urgent to attend to, will find it unwise. The interacting that takes place during a meeting is very important for the general process. He who does not appear is saying that he does not think the subject is sufficiently important, or that he apparently does not take his colleagues seriously. Furthermore, he might miss some of the essential information that may become evident during the meeting. Those who are present show an interest in the problems of their colleagues. They supply questions, rather than commands, and thus declare themselves “co-responsible”. The Dutch, in their final conclusions, like to use such metaphors as “We are all in one line” or “Our noses are pointing in the same direction again”.If you present a decision, you will find that everyone has something to say about it and has questions to ask. This is why the Dutch will not be quick to present something as the only correct solution. The advantage to this approach is that such a meeting will often lead to genuine suggestions for improvement on certain aspects of a plan. As a result, the plan will be a joint approach.This time-consuming and seemingly useless process helps colleagues become a team. The amount of time that is lost around the table is more than what made up for inefficiency, once everyone goes back to work. Statistics show Dutch employees are among the world leaders when it comes to work productivity.31.According to Paragraph 1, meetings in Dutch companies seem to.A.be held usually for important issuesB.waste a lot of time in fruitless discussionsC.enable employees to know each other betterD.be good occasions for employees to show their talent32.To Dutch employees, one who is absent from a meeting.A.does not take his colleagues seriouslyB.may have something more urgent to doC.does not miss much critical informationD.may have nothing to say at the meeting33.According to Paragraph 3, why can,t Dutch employees come to a quick decision?A.People are constantly in dispute.B.An idea usually undergoes a full discussion.C.Suggestions often lead nowhere.D.People often forget the aims of meetings.34.What does the last paragraph tell us?A.Many leaders in the world are Dutch.B.Dutch employees are highly productive.C.Dutch companies are the most successful in the world.D.Dutch employees work hardest in the world.35.The author,s attitude towards the Dutch meeting is quite.A. unclearB. negativeC. positiveD. neutralPart III Vocabulary and Structure (20 points)Directions：There are 40 incomplete sentences in this part. For each sentence there are four choices marked A, B, C and D.Choose the one that best completes the sentence. Mark your answer on the ANSWER SHEET .36.Your house is always so neat-how do you it with three children?A. manageB. serveC. adoptD. build37.You look well. The air and sea foods in Hawaii must you.A. agree aboutB. agree toC. agree onD. agree with38.How the president this effective solution to the problem remains unknown.A. put up withB. came up withC. caught up withD. kept up with39.The Somali robbers7 attacks on the sea urged all nations to take immediate action.A. freshB. freeC. frequentD. fluent40.She got so well prepared that she passed the challenging test.A. at mostB. with luckC. with easeD. at best41.Everybody was touched word after hearing her moving story.A. withB. withoutC. beyondD. to42.You,d sound a lot more polite if you make a request a question.A. in search ofB. in the form ofC. in need ofD. in the direction of43.Your understanding of the theory is satisfactory. You must read more after class.A. far fromB. up toC. along withD. so far44.Be quick,you,ll miss your flight.A. otherwiseB. unlessC. andD. rather45.If you are about other teaching methods, we,ll discuss them later.A. interestedB. curiousC. anxiousD. impressed46.The number of college graduates going into business-related fields has increased.A. shortlyB. partlyC. sharplyD. mostly47.I my experiment report all the morning and haven,t finished yet.A. writeB. was writingC. have writtenD. have been writing48.There are forty students in our class, most of are from big cities.A. themB. usC. whomD. who49.I still remember the day we first met, during my first visit to the town.A. whenB. thatC. whichD. in that50.—I forgot my phone on the train, but luckily someone gave it to a railway official.一How unbelievable! I mean, it have been lost.A. willB. mightC. shouldD. must51.I,ll let yo u know as soon as he back.A. will comeB. comesC. should comeD. come52.At no time in the whole building.A. smoking is permittedB. smoking be permittedC. is smoking permittedD. be smoking permitted53.Today we have of listening to two very unusual men.A. privilegeB. rightC. powerD. advantage54.The ceremony will be broadcast on television.A. liveB. aliveC. livingD. lively55.Homework should not be used as a of controlling children.A. meaningB. meanC. meansD. medium56.What the secretary suggests to Mr. Brown is well worth.A. consideringB. consideredC. considerD. to be considered57.I have a new computer from the supplier.A. requestedB. askedC. orderedD. demanded58.The book gives you a good of what life was like in Japan in the 19th century.A. paintingB. drawingC. portraitD. photo59.It has made me much more to the needs of the disabled.A. sensitiveB. sensibleC. safeD. secure60.He ate some poisonous mushrooms with serious.A. resultsB. impactsC. outcomesD. consequences61.Try she might, Sue couldn,t get the door open.A. whatB. thatC. likeD. as62.It was quite a long time I realized what had happened to the old man.A. afterB. whenC. sinceD. before63.Try she might, Sue couldn,t get the door open.A. whatB. thatC. likeD. as64.It was quite a long time I realized what had happened to the old man.A. afterB. whenC. sinceD. before65.Human behavior is mostly a product of learning,the behavior of animals depends on instinct.A. soB. whereasC. unlessD. that66.The of her paper published in “Scientific American” is animal life in rainforests.A. topicB. structureC. logicD. idea67.Twins often complain that people tend to treat them as a pair,as individuals.A. rather thanB. better thanC. less thanD. worse than68.It is a beautiful old house, but the broken windows its appearance.A. improveB. ruinC. changeD. prove69.The researchers believe that the mice eating the special will grow twice as fast.A. dietB. menuC. orderD. dish70.The museum called in an expert to if the painting was a fake.A. criticizeB. praiseC. determineD. describe71.The speech contest will give him an opportunity to his talent.A. denyB. decideC. differD. demonstrate72.Are you sure you have enough resources to this project?A. carry outB. bring aboutC. lead toD. put on73.the introduction, the professor explained the major concept that would be covered in the class.A. ByB. LikeC. ForD. In74.We kept our distance from the hunter and his game disturb the hunt.A. so as not toB. so as to notC. so that not toD. so that to not75.Whether at home at work, Tom always works hard to make good use of his time.A. plusB. andC. orD. norPart IV Cloze (10 points)Directions：There are 10 numbered blanks in the following passage. For each blank, there are four choices marked A, B, C and D.Choose the best one and mark your answer on the ANSWER SHEET.Researchers in Britain are telling schools that children should be doing more learning outdoors. The researchers say there is currently too 76 focus on sitting in classroom to pass exams. They say outdoor learning is 77 for students , social skills, health and development. It also 78 their quality of life. There have been five major reports over the past decade that stress the need for students to learn outdoors and experience nature more. The researchers say that schools are not taking the 79 of these reports. They say outdoor learning is 80 the decline in Britain. The researchers want Britain's government to act to put outdoor learning on the curriculum of all schools.The report is from researchers at the University of Plymouth. It says there are many benefits of outdoors learning for children. One advantage is 81 it builds confidence in children as they experience things that were 82 for their parents, like climbing trees. Another advantage is that it makes children more 83 of the environment and teaches them to 84 nature. There are also health benefits as children exercise more 85 sitting in a classroom or being at home with video games.76. A. much B. many C. few D. little77. A. strange B. important C. exciting D. surprising78. A. widens B. completes C. improves D. weakens79. A. action B. attention C. advice D. notice80.A. on B. in C. at D. for81. A. which B. that C. how D. when82. A. normal B. magic C. strong D. clever83. A. afraid B. frightened C. aware D. careful84. A. admire B. respect C. build D. provide85. A. in case B. by far C. instead of D. as for英语试卷二Part V Writing (15 points)Directions: You are to write in 100-120 words on the topic of “Why do people like/dislikes iPh”n Y&u should base your composition on the outline given in Chinese below.苹果公司的iPhone是全球最知名手机之一。
Water is the source of this beauty and the source of life on Earth. It is the reason people can live on this planet. Water is everywhere. It is in the air that people breathe. It is in the soil, the ground that grows the food. Water is in rock deep under the ground, in natural holding areas — in storage. In a real sense, water keeps Earth alive. Nature has an unchanging amount of water. Nature has a perfect system for recycling water. Water is used again and again. It falls as rain. Then it goes to one of three places. It might sink slowly through the soil into the natural holding areas in the rock. It might disappear into the air quickly —by becoming vapor, or gas. It might run off into streams, rivers and oceans. By itself, nature can keep the balance and provide plenty of clean water for us. Nature recycles water.However, people cause problems for this natural recycling system. Nature's recycling system can work well only if people work with the system and not against it. Some ways that people upset nature are easy to understand. For example, dirty sewage （污水沟系统）water from homes and factories must not mix with drinking water. People get sick from drinking contaminated water. Sometimes water from factories goes into streams and rivers. It enters into the groundwater. It can flow into lakes too. This kind of contamination from industry (waste water from factories) can be dangerous for people. If water contains poisons and chemicals, it is poison. Poison makes people sick; some poisons kill people as well as birds and animals. Without knowing, people can upset nature's recycling system.来自于新视野大学英语读写教程第二册unit2-c Earth — a Living Planet2012年4月本科实践课-毕业水平考试完形填空-引自浙江2000年10月综合英语（二）试题All over the earth"s surface is a layer of air which extends upwards for many miles. This air (1 B. contains) the oxygen without which neither plants nor animals could live. Its movements, temperature and pressure (2 A.determine) the weather, and it is a vehicle for the clouds of water vapour (3 D. which) condense and fall as rain. It forms a blanket which protects us from the extreme heat of the sun during the day and (4 D. from) the extreme cold when the sun has set.It is chiefly (5 C. through) air that sound travels, so that if there were no air we should hear practically nothing.The atmosphere is held (6 A. to) the earth"s surface by the gravitational pull of the earth-that is, it has weight. High up it is thin, but near the surface it is compressed bythe (7 C. weight) of air above, and is more dense. The weight of air pressing on each square inch of surface at sea-level is nearly 15 (8 D. pounds), which means that the total force on the skin of an average man isabout 30,000 pounds. He is not (9 A. aware of ) this because the pressure is equal in all directions and the pressure inside him is equal to that without, but should he go up in a ballon to a height at which the outside pressure is (10 C. much less) he would suffer acutely. It is for this reason that the cabins of aeroplanes are "pressurized".1.A. forms B. contains C. consists D.fills2.A.determine B. choose C. make D. create3.A. what B. and C. but D. which4.A. about B. out C. off D. from5.A. into B. up C. through D. along6.A. to B. before C. near D. across7.A. pressure B. space C. weight D. movement8.A. kilometres B. ponds C. miles D. pounds9. A. aware of B. sure of C. afraid of D. delighted about10. A. more or less B. much little C. much less D. more than答案:V.(10%)1.B2.A3.D4.D5.C6.A7.C8.D9.A 10.C选自1990年1月六月阅读理解31-35Questions 31 to 35 are based on the following passage.Ours has become a society of employees. A hundred years or so ago only one out of every five Americans at work was employed, i.e., worked for somebody else. Today only one out of five is not employed but work ing for himself. And when fifty years ago “being employed” meant working as a factory labourer or as a farmhand, the employee of today is increasingly a middle-class person with a substantial formal education, holding a professional or management job requiring intellectual and technical skills. Indeed, two things have characterized American society during these fifty years: middle-class and upper-class employees have been the fastest-growing groups in our working population-growing so fast that the industrial worker, that oldest child of the Industrial Revolution, has been losing in numerical importance despite the expansion of industrial production.Yet you will find little if anything written on what it is to be an employee. You can find a great deal of very dubious advice on how to get a job or how to get a promotion. You can also find a good deal of work in a chosen field, whether it be the mechanist’s trade or bookkeeping (簿记). Every one of these trades requires different skills, sets different standards, and requires a different preparation. Yet they all have employeeship(雇佣关系)in common. And increasingly, especially in the large business or in government, employeeship is more important to success than the special professional knowledge or skill. Certainly more people fail because they do not know the requirements of being an employee than because they do not adequately possess the skills of their trade; the higher you climb the ladder, the more you get intoadministrative or executive work, the greater the emphasis on ability to work within the organization rather than on technical abilities or professional knowledge.31. It is implied that fifty years ago ________.A) eighty per cent of American working people were employed in factoriesB) twenty per cent of American intellectuals were employeesC) the percentage of intellectuals in the total work force was almost the same as that of industrial workersD) the percentage of intellectuals working as employees was not so large as that of industrial workers32. According to the passage, with the development of modern industry, ________.A) factory labourers will overtake intellectual employees in numberB) there are as many middle-class employees as factory labourersC) employers have attached great importance to factory labourersD) the proportion of factory labourers in the total employee population has decreased33. The word “dubious”(L. 2, Para. 2) most probably means ________.A) valuable B) useful C) doubtful D) helpful34. According to the writer, professional knowledge or skill is ________.A) less importance than awareness of being a good employeeB) as important as the ability to deal with public relationsC) more important than employer-employee relationsD) more important as the ability to co-operate with others in the organization35. From the passage it can be seen that employeeship helps one ________.A) to be more successful in his career B) to be more specialized in his fieldC) to solve technical problems D) to develop his professional skill选自1991年6月六级阅读理解26-30Questions 26 to 30 are based on the following passage.The long years of food shortage in this country have suddenly given way to apparent abundance. Stores and shops are choked with food. Rationing (定量供应) is virtually suspended, and overseas suppliers have been asked to hold back deliveries. Yet, instead of joy, there is widespread uneasiness and confusion. Why do food prices keep on rising, when there seems to be so much more food about? Is the abundance only temporary, or has it come to stay? Does it mean that we need to think less now about producing more food at home? No one knows what to expect.The recent growth of export surpluses on the world food market has certainly been unexpectedly great, partly because a strange sequence of two successful grain harvests. North America is now being followed by a third. Most of Britain’s overseas suppliers of meat, too, are offering more this year and home production has also risen.But the effect of all this on the food situation in this country has been made worse by a simultaneous rise in food prices, due chiefly to the gradual cutting down of government support for food. The shops areoverstocked with food not only because there is more food available, but also because people, frightened by high prices, are buying less of it.Moreover, the rise in domestic prices has come at a time when world prices have begun to fall, with the result that imported food, with the exception of grain, is often cheaper than the home-produced variety. And now grain prices, too, are falling. Consumers are beginning to ask why they should not be enabled to benefit from this trend.The significance of these developments is not lost on farmers. The older generation have seen it all happen before. Despite the present price and market guarantees, farmers fear they are about to be squeezed between cheap food imports and a shrinking home market. Present production is running at 51 per cent above pre-war levels, and the government has called for an expansion to 60 per cent by 1956; but repeated Ministerial advice is carrying little weight and the expansion programme is not working very well.26. Why is there “wide-spread uneasiness and confusion about the food situation in Britain?”A) The abundant food supply is not expected to last. B) Britain is importing less food.C) Despite the abundance, food prices keep rising.D) Britain will cut back on its production of food.27. The main reason for the rise in food prices is that ________.A) people are buying less food B) the government is providing less financial support for agricultureC) domestic food production has decreased D) imported food is driving prices higher28. Why didn’t the government’s expansion programme work very well?A) Because the farmers were uncertain about the financial support the government guaranteed.B) Because the farmers were uncertain about the benefits of expanding production.C) Because the farmers were uncertain about whether foreign markets could be found for their produce.D) Because the older generation of farmers were strongly against the programmer.29.The decrease in world food price was a result of ________.A) a sharp fall in the purchasing power of the consumers B) a sharp fall in the cost of food productionC) the overproduction of food in the food-importing countriesD) the overproduction on the part of the main food-exporting countries30. What did the future look like for Britain’s food production at the time this article was written?A) The fall in world food prices would benefit British food producers.B) An expansion of food production was at hand.C) British food producers would receive more government financial support.D) It looks depressing despite government guarantees.选自1993年1月六级阅读理解26-30Questions 26 to 30 are based on the following passage.The earlier type of suburb, which was most dependent on the railroad, had a special advantage that could be fully appreciated only after it had disappeared. These suburbs, spread out along a railroad line, were discontinuous and properly spaced; and without the aid of legislation (法规) they were limited in populationas well as area; for the biggest rarely held as many as ten thousand people, and under five thousand was more usual. In 1950, for example, Bronxville, New York, a typical upper-class suburb, had 6,778 people, while Riverside, Illinois, founded as early as 1869, had only 9.153.The size and scale of the suburb, that of neighborhood unit, was not entirely the result of its open planning, which favored low densities. Being served by a railroad line, with station stops from three to five miles apart, there was a natural limit to the spread of any particular community. House had to be sited “within easy walking distance of the railroad station,” as some old residents would point out; and only those wealthy enough to afford a horse and a carriage dared to penetrate farther into the open country.Through its spaced station stops, the railroad suburb was at first kept from spreading or excessively increasing in numbers, for a natural greenbelt, often still under cultivation as park, gardens, remained between the suburbs and increased the available recreation area. Occasionally, in a few happy areas like Westchester, between 1915 and 1935 a parkway, like the Bronx River parkway, accompanied by continuous strip of park for pedestrian (散步的人) use, not yet overrun by a constant stream of urban traffic, added to the perfection of the whole suburban pattern. Whatever one might say of the social disadvantages this was in many ways a perfect physical environment. But it lasted less than a generation.26. What was the special advantage of the old type of suburb?A) Its nearness to the railroad. B) The vastness of its open space.C) Its small size in area and population. D) The high social status of its residents.27. The size of the old suburb was limited because ________.A) people wanted to live near a railroad station B) it was originally planned by railroad companiesC) there was a law governing the size of the suburb D) local inhabitants didn’t like to out in the country28. “Happy areas” (Para. 3, Line 3) were areas where ________.A) life was enjoyed by everyone B) more roads were built to bypass the heavy trafficC) a greenbelt was available solely for recreation D) people could have lots of fun29. It is evident that the writer ________.A) finds urban life uncomfortable B) prefers life in the countrysideC) feels disappointed in the changes of suburbs D) advocates the idea of returning to nature30. The topic discussed in the passage is “________”.A) the size and scale of suburban neighborhood units B) the advantage of old-type suburbsC) the location of railroad stations D) the concept of the suburban pattern选自1993年1月六级阅读理解36-40Questions 36 to 40 are based on the following passage.I have had just about enough of being treated like a second-class citizen, simply because I happened to be that put upon member of society-a customer. The more I go into shops and hotels, banks and post offices, railway stations, airports and the like, the more I’m convinced that things are being run solely to suit the firm, the system, or the union. There seems to be a new motto (座右铭) for the so-cal led ‘service’ organization-Staff Before Service. How often, for example, have you queued for what seems like hours at the Post Office or the supermarket because there aren’t enough staff on duty at all the service counters? Surely in these days of high unemployment it must be possible to increase counter staff. Yet supermarkets, hinting darkly at higher prices, claim that bringing all their cash registers into operation at any time would increase expenses. And the Post Office says we cannot expect all their service counters to be occupied ‘at times when demand is low’.It’s the same with hotels. Because waiters and kitchen staff must finish when it suits them, dining rooms close earlier or menu choice is diminished. As for us guests (and how the meaning of that word has been cut away little by little), we just have to put up with it. There’s also the nonsense of so many friendly hotel night porters having been gradually with drawn from service in the interests of ‘efficiency’ (i.e. profits) and replaced by coin-eating machines which supply everything from beer to medicine, not to mention the creeping threat of the tea-making set in your room: a kettle with teabags, milk bags sugar. Who wants to wake up to a raw teabag? I don’t, especially when I am paying for ‘service’.Our only hope is to hammer our irritation whenever and wherever we can and, if all else fails, restore that other, older saying-Take Our Custom (买卖) Elsewhere.36. The author feels that nowadays customers are ________.A) not worthy of special treatment B) not provided with proper serviceC) considered to be inferior members of society D) regarded as privileged37. In the author’s opinion, the quality of service is changing because ________.A) the staff are less considerate than employers B) customers are becoming more demandingC) customers unwilling to pay extra moneyD) more consideration is given to the staff than customers38. According to the author, long queues at counters are caused by ________.A) the diminishing supply of good staff B) lack of cooperation among staffC) inefficient staff D) deliberate understaffing39. The disappearance of old-style hotel porters can be attributed to the fact that ________.A) self-service provides a cheaper alternative B) the personal touch is less appreciated nowadaysC) machines are more reliable than human beingsD) few people are willing to do this type of work40. The author’s final solution to the problem discussed in the passage is ________.A) to put up with whatever service is provided B) to make strong complaints wherever necessaryC) to fully utilize all kinds of coin-eating machines D) to go where good service is available选自1995年6月六级阅读理解36-40Questions 36 to 40 are based on the following passage.The relationship between the home and market economies has gone through two distinct stages. Early industrialization began the process of transferring some production processes (e.g. clothmaking, sewing and canning foods) from the home to the marketplace. Although the home economy could still produce these goods, the processes were laborious (费力的) and the market economy was usually more efficient. Soon, the more important second stage was evident-the marketplace began producing goods and services that had never been produced by the home economy, and the home economy was unable to produce them (e.g. Electricity and electrical appliances, the automobile, advanced education, sophisticated medical care). In the second stage, the question of whether the home economy was less efficient in producing these new goods and services was irrelevant; if the family were to enjoy these fruits of industrialization, they would have to be obtained in the marketplace. The traditional ways of taking care of these needs in the home, such as in nursing the sick, became socially unacceptable (and, in most serious cases, probably less successful).Just as the appearance of the automobile made the use of the horse-drawn carriage illegal and then impractical, and the appearance of television changed the radio from a source of entertainment to a source of background music, so most of the fruits of economic growth did not increase the options available to the home economy to either produce the goods or services or purchase them in the market. Growth brought with it increased variety in consumer goods, but not increased flexibility for the home economy in obtaining these goods and services. Instead, economic growth brought with it increased consumer reliance on the marketplace. In order to consume these new goods and services, the family had to enter the marketplace as wage earners and consumers. The neoclassical (新古典主义的) model that views the family as deciding whether to produce goods and services directly or to purchase them in the marketplace is basically a model of the first stage. It cannot accurately be applied to the second (and current) stage.36. The reason why many production processes were taken over by the marketplace was that __.A) it was a necessary step in the process of industrializationB) they depended on electricity available only to the market economyC) it was troublesome to produce such goods in the homeD) the marketplace was more efficient with respect to these processes37. It can be seen from the passage that in the second stage ________.A) some traditional goods and services were not successful when provided by the home economyB) the market economy provided new goods and services never produced by the home economyC) producing traditional goods at home became socially unacceptableD) whether new goods and services were produced by the home economy became irrelevant38. During the second stage, if the family wanted to consume new goods and services, they had to enter the marketplace ________.A) as wage earners B) both as manufactures and consumersC) both as workers and purchasers D) as customers39. Economic growth did not make it more flexible for the home economy to obtain the new goods and services because ________.A) the family was not efficient in production B) it was illegal for the home economy to produce themC) it could not supply them by itself D) the market for these goods and services was limited40. The neoclassical model is basically a model of the first stage, because at this stage ________.A) the family could rely either on the home economy or on the marketplace for the needed goods and servicesB) many production processes were being transferred to the marketplaceC) consumers relied more and more on the market economyD) the family could decide how to transfer production processes to the marketplacePassage Three Questions 21 to 25 are based on the following passage.What might driving on an automated highway be like? The answer depends on what kind of system is ultimately adopted. Two distinct types are on the drawing board. The first is a special purpose lane system, in which certain lanes are reserved for automated vehicles. The second is a mixed traffic system: fully automated vehicles would share the road with partially automated or manual driven cars. A special purpose lane system would require more extensive physical modifications to existing highways, but it promises the greatest gains in freeway（高速公路）capacity.Under either scheme, the driver would specify the desired destination, furnishing this information to a computer in the car at the beginning of the trip or perhaps just before reaching the automated highway. If a mixed traffic system way was in place, automated driving could begin whenever the driver was on suitably equipped roads. If special purpose lanes were available, the car could enter them and join existing traffic in two different ways. One method would use a special onramp (入口引道).As the driver approached the point of entry for the highway, devices installed on the roadside would electronically check the vehicle to determine its destination and to ascertain that it had the proper automation equipment in good working order. Assuming it passed such tests, the driver would then be guided through a gate and toward an automated lane. In this case, the transition from manual to auto mated control would take place on the entrance ramp. An alternative technique could employ conventional lanes, which would be shared by automated and regular vehicles. The driver would steer onto the highway and move in normal fashion to a "transition'lane. The vehicle would then shift under computer control onto alane reserved for automated traffic. (The limitation of these lanes to automated traffic would, presumably, be well respected, because all trespassers(非法进入者) could be swiftly identified by authorities.)Either approach to joining a lane of automated traffic would harmonize the movement of newly entering vehicles with those already traveling. Automatic control here should allow for smooth merging without the usual uncertainties and potential for accidents. And once a vehicle had settled into autmated travel, the driverwould be free to release the wheel, open the morning paper or just relax.21. We learn from the first paragraph that two systems of automated highways ________.A) are being planned B) are being modified C) are now in wide use D) are under construction22. A special purpose lane system is probably advantageous in that ________.lanes：小路A) it would require only minor changes to existing highwaysB) it would achieve the greatest highway traffic efficiencyC) it has a lane for both automated and partially automated vehicles D) it offers more lanes for automated vehicles23. Which of the following is true about driving on an automated highway?A) Vehicles traveling on it are assigned different lanes according to their destinations.B) A car can join existing traffic any time in a mixed lane system.C)The driver should inform his car computer of his destination before driving onto it.D) The driver should share the automated lane with those of regular vehicles.24. We know from the passage that a car can enter a special purpose lane________.A) by smoothly merging with cars on the conventional lane B) by way of a ramp with electronic control devicesC) through a specially guarded gate D) after all trespassers are identified and removed25. When driving in an automated lane, the driver ________.A) should harmonize with newly entering cars B) doesn't have to rely on his computer systemC) should watch out for potential accidents D) doesn't have to hold on to the steering wheelIV．翻译（Translation）Section A: Chinese to English1.中文翻译英文选自巴金的《朋友》每一个朋友，不管他自己的生活是怎样苦，怎样简单，也要慷慨地分一些东西给我，虽然明知道我不能够报答他。
