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Versant English Placement Test测试总结这个测试的总得分为四项：Speaking、listening、writing、Reading。

每项满分70分，四项的平均分作为最后得分，平均分值大于0.5往上进，其余则舍去，例如65.25->65，65.5->66。

测试总分为70分，要到66分才算是通过，由此可见这个测试用心险恶。

被无数次恶心之后，我最终拿到66分通过，决定把考试的心德写出来，希望能帮助你们这些后来不幸参加这个测试的娃子们。

题目设置1.Read Aloud：30秒文章，考察单词发音。

2.Repeat：听录音然后复述，考察听力以及发音。

3.Sentence Builds：听三个短片段，然后组成一个通顺的句子，类似于小学的组合句子。

4.Conversations：一般的听力内容，很短，之后问一些里面相关的问题，口头回答即可。

5.Typing：测试打字速度。

6.Sentence Completions：单词填空，很简单，初中水平到顶，不多说。

7.Dictation：听写句子，又短有长。

8.Passage Reconstructions：凭记忆，复述3个短文，要打出来，每个90s。

9.Summary and Opinion：一篇4段的短文，单词量在高中水平，时间充足。

分值分布Speaking：Read Aloud + Repeat + Sentence Builds + Conversations。

Listening：Repeat + Sentence Builds + Conversations + Dictation。

Writing：Typing + Summary and Opinion + Sentence Completions。

Reading：Passage Reconstructions。

做题心德Read Aloud：题目中不要求读的快，文章简单，一般情况下30内读完没有问题，但是声音要洪亮清楚，发准每个单词的音，最好不要有连读，吞音等等。

ACADEMIC ENGLISH LANGUAGE PLACEMENT TESTCOLUMBIA INTERNATIONAL COLLEGESAMPLE PLACEMENT TESTNAME: _______________________________________________ LAST GRADE OR FROMSUCCESSFULLY COMPLETED: _________________________ LAST SCHOOLATTENDED: __________________________________________STUDENT SCORE:Part I:Grammar/50Part II:Reading Comprehension/20Part III:Composition/30RECOMMENDED PLACEMENT: __________________________PART I - GRAMMARSection A: Gerunds and InfinitivesDirections: Fill in the blanks with either the gerund or infinitive form of the verbs. Example: Margaret challenged me (race) to race her across the pool.1.The students practiced (pronounce) ________________________ the sounds in thesentences.2.Susie! How many times do I have to remind you (hang up) ________________________your clothes?3.I urged Margaret (return) ______________________________ and (finish)___________________________ her education.4.Do something! Don’t just sit there (twiddle) _______________________________ yourthumbs.5.(Look) ______________________________ at the car after the accident made himrealize that he was lucky (be) _______________________________ alive.6.I don’t anticipate (have) ___________________________ any difficulties (adjust)___________________________ to a new culture when I travel overseas.7.No, that’s not what I meant (say) _____________________________!Section C: Verb TensesDirections: Fill in the spaces with the correct verb tense.1.Recently researchers (discover) _________________________________ new reasonswhy the ancient people of Mexico (abandon) ______________________________ some of their largest cities.2.Currently scientists (develop) ______________________________ more accurate andbetter ways to predict earthquakes.3.The man (rescue) __________________________________ from the fire by his dog.4.While the operating room (prepare) _________________________________ for theoperation, the doctors (wash) ____________________________________ their hands.5.The musician (have) ________________________________ an excellent piano teacherwhen he was young.6.What _________________________________ (he do) since the last time we saw him?7.The first violent incident (occur) ___________________________________ during thepolitical campaign that took place five years ago.8.If I had more energy, I (play) _________________________________ tennis moreoften.A: Hi, my name is Jose.B: Hi, my name is Ali.(1) Jose: (You, study) __________________________________________ at this university?(2) Ali: Yes. I (be) ___________________________________ here since last September before that I (study) _____________________________________ English at another school.(3) Jose: What (you, take) _________________________________________?(4) Ali: I (study) __________________________________English. I (need)_______________________________________ to improve my English before I (take)_______________________________________ regular academic courses next semester.(5) Jose: You speak English well! (You, study) ______________________________a lot of English before you (come) __________________________________ to Canada?(6) Ali: Yes. I (study) _______________________________________ English for ten years in my own country.Section D: Sentence ErrorsError Analysis: Rewrite the following sentences.1.Studies show that about 7 percentage of men and 1 percent of women have antisocialp roblems.(1mistake)________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________ 2.The coach was angry because he felt that the members of the team had not been doingenough effort to win the game. (1 mistake)________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________ 3. A lot of comic books that are being published look more interested than they did in the past.(1 mistake)________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________4.Mining and tourism are been looked at as possibilities, but fishing has been the center of theeconomy in Newfoundland. (1 mistake)________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________ 5.The police got the boy admit that he was the person who had been seen in the area of thefire. ( 1 mistake)________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________PART II: READING COMPREHENSION -MONKEY BUSINESSA small crowd had gathered near the entrance to the park. His curiosity aroused, Jeff crossed the street to see what was happening. He found that the center of attraction was an old man with a performing monkey. He soon discovered that the monkey’s tricks were not spectacular so, after throwing a few coins into the hat which the man had placed on the sidewalk, Jeff began to move away, along with other members of the crowd.At this point the man suddenly let out a loud cry. Everyone turned to see what had happened. The man was bending over his monkey, which now was lying stretched out on the sidewalk. He picked up the lifeless body, and holding it close to him, began to cry. A young man stepped forward from the crowd, took out his wallet and dropped several dollar bills into the hat. Jeff and several other people followed the young man’s example, and soon the hat was filled with coins and dollar bills. Meanwhile the man continued to hold the dead monkey in his arms and seemed to be oblivious to what was going on around him.A few months later, Jeff came across the old man again in another part of the city. The man has a monkey, bought no doubt with the money which the crowd had given him, but the new monkey did not seem to be any better at its tricks than the previous one. Jeff was pleased to see that the old man was still able to earn a living, though this time, having partly paid for the monkey out of his own pocket, he did not feel obliged to throw any money into the hat.But the performance was not over yet! Once again the old man let out a loud cry. And once again the monkey was suddenly lying motionless on the sidewalk. The man picked up the “dead” monkey and, clutching it in his arms, began to cry. The same young man stepped forward and threw some money into the hat. Again the crows responded-but not Jeff. Smiling to himself, he went on his way, amazed at the man’s ingenuity.Answer the following questions in complete sentences in your own words. Sentences copied from the reading passage will not receive marks.1.In the first paragraph, why did Jeff decide to move on?________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________2.How did the man with the dead monkey react to the crowd’s generosity in the secondparagraph?________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________3.What struck Jeff about the tricks of the new monkey in paragraph 3?________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________4.Why didn’t Jeff throw money into the man’s hat when he encountered him for the secondtime? Find your answer in paragraph 3.________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________5.“Amazed at the man’s ingenuity” means that Jeff felt what about the man? (Explain)________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________PART III: COMPOSITIONChoose one of the following topics to write a brief essay of about 200-300 words. Your essay will be judged on the depth of it content, its organization, and it’s overall grammar usage. (10 marks each) Please write your composition on the back of this page.A.Write an essay that describes the most significant event in your life thus far.pare/contrast two people that have had an influence on your educational dreams andgoals.。

1Woman: I'll be back in the office early on Monday.Man:Right. C Have a good weekend, then.2Woman: B W hat do you do?Man:I'm a chef in an Italian restaurant.3Woman: Do you know what I really like about the weekends? Man:What?Woman: A I don't have to get up early.4Man: D H ow did you get to Paris? Woman: By coach. It was a lot cheaper.5Woman:How far is A i t to the bus stop? Man:Only about five minutes' walk.6Woman:Is D t her e any ice in the fridge? Man:Yes. Help yourself.7Man:How's Carlo getting on with his geometry?Woman:Well, I think he'd really B benef i t from a few private lessons. 8Man:That mobile phone looks cool. Is it new?Woman:Yes. I was offered an C upgr ade by the phone company.9Man:I had to D t ur n down that job offer in the end.Woman: Why?Man:The salary just wasn't good enough.10Woman: Do you think you and Bethany will get married soon?Man:I think it's B m ost l y unlikely. We've only known each other for afew months11 What does the mother mean?A I don't want you to do that.B I'm not saying anything about this.C Not until we have talked about this.Son:Mum – I've decided I'm going to hitch-hike round Europe! Mother: Not if I have anything to say about it.12 What does the woman mean?A I've told my personal assistant exactly why I'm unhappy with him.B I'm not sure if my personal assistant understands why I'm unhappy with him.C I'm unhappy that his performance at work does not meet the terms of his contract.Man:What's wrong with your personal assistant?Woman: I'm not happy with his performance at work and I've just let him know in no uncertain terms.Man:Well, you don't exactly mince your words, do you?13 What does the man mean by his SECOND comment?A You don't always say exactly what you mean.B You always communicate precisely and effectively.C You don't always tell people exactly what you think.Man:What's wrong with your personal assistant?Woman: I'm not happy with his performance at work and I've just let him know in no uncertain terms.Man:Well, you don't exactly mince your words, do you?14 What does the man mean?A I think you should go.B It's odd that you should feel like that.C You should think about this more seriously.Woman: I just don't know what's the matter with me. My boss has invited me to a Paris fashion show and I'm struggling to get excited about it.Man:You'd normally go without a second thought15 What does the man mean?A It's losing a lot of money.B It's bringing in a lot of money.C It's hardly making any money.Man:Timothy's business seems to be thriving. Woman: Actually, I think he's only just about breaking even.A It shocked me.BIt didn't last very long.C It was really disappointing.Woman: Well, was skydiving everything it was cracked up to be? Man:Pretty much – all over in a flash though.17 What does the man mean?AMost new technology can be unexpectedly difficult to use.BIt can be hard keeping up-to-date with technology.C New technology requires too much effort.Man:New technology is sometimes more trouble than it's worth. Woman: You never did like keeping up with the times.A You didn't use to like new technology.B You've always been against any kind of change.I always thought you were really keen on new technology.CMan:New technology is sometimes more trouble than it's worth.Woman: You never did like keeping up with the times.19 What does the woman mean?A I think it's a great idea.B I think you're unlikely to succeed.C I don't think you should do that immediately.Man:I'm going to throw my hat in the ring for the Managing Director job. What do you think?Woman: Well, to be honest, I think it's a bit of a long shot.A You're being rather pessimistic.B I suppose you're trying to be funny.C You shouldn't joke about such serious matters.Man:By the time the government wake up to the real threat of global warming, we'll all have webbed feet.Woman: What a cheerful man you are!21 What does the man mean by his SECOND comment?A I'm frustrated by your attitude.B I'm afraid I can't agree with you.C I'm finding it hard to believe you.Man:I see the train drivers are preparing for strike action again next week. Woman: I don't suppose anything will come of it, though.Man:I wish I could share your optimism.22 The woman is ...A voicing her regret.B expressing her surprise.C passing on her good wishes.Man:Apparently that Head of Department job might finally be coming my way.Woman: Well, that's a turn-up for the books!Write ONE or TWO words into each space. There is an example (0) at the beginning. Contractions, e.g. isn't count as one word.Having a chatThe female chatterbox, a woman who seldom if ever lets men get a (0) word in edgeways, is a traditional stereotype in certain cultures. However, research23car r i ed out by psychologists has found both sexes are equally capable of talking a lot.In the study, almost 600 male and female volunteers were fitted with digital microphones. These were then programmed to record people speaking at regular intervals as the subjects 24t al ked about their daily lives over a 10-day period. Using these recordings, the research team estimated that women speak, on average, 16,215 words each day, 25wher eas men utter 15,669 words.The most talkative people of all in fact, tend to be men. Four of the biggest talkers 26who t ook part in the study were male, one of whom produced over 45,000 words in the course of his normal day. His total was a great surprise! The most talkative woman in the study, 27i n contrast, managed a mere 40,000 words daily. Men were also the majority group at the silent end of the spectrum, with the quietest averaging as 28f ew as 500 words a day. In the29end, there is nothing like data to undo a stereotype!Two people are talking about a website. What does the man think of the website?A It's easy to find your way around it.B The advertising doesn't bother him.C You need to adapt it to suit your own interests.D It's reasonable that users should pay to see certain pages.31A man and a woman are talking. What are they discussing?A rush hour trafficB travelling to schoolC ways of saving timeD working terms and conditions32 Two hikers are walking up a hill. They agree to ...A have a rest.B stop for lunch.C take another route.D return to their hotel.33Two people are talking about some female pop singers. What does the woman say about the singers?A Some of these singers won't be popular for very long.B She prefers to listen to other kinds of music.C She thinks their music is quite conventional.D They all look quite similar to each other.34Two people are talking about memory. What comment does the man make about memory?A Lie-detectors are an effective way of making people recall past events.B Our recollection of past events can be influenced by outside factors.C Our memories of dramatic events are more vivid than other memories.D The long-term memory helps us to recreate events in our childhood.35Two people are talking about an acting experience. How did the girl feel about the experience?A Terrified of forgetting her lines.B Worried about feeling unwell while on stage.C Excited at the thought of her first stage role.DNervous about performing with experienced actors.36Two people are talking about a new flat (apartment). How does the woman feel about her new home?A pleased with the location of the flatB fed up with the noise from the streetC disappointed with the size of the kitchenD happy that she can spend more time at home37Two people are talking at the gym. What does the man think about his gym membership?A The fees are more than he can afford.B Being a gym member fits his life well.C The money could be better spent on social activities.D He plans to cancel his gym membership next month.38A woman is talking to a group of students. What is her current job?A a surgeonB an inventorC a scientistD a designer39 What advice does she give the students?A find a job with a good salaryB work with a pleasant team of peopleC do something that is continually demandingD make sure any job has good prospects for promotion40A girl is talking to her father about her homework. For history homework, the girl has to ...A do a short project.B look at some websites.C read part of a text book.D read a magazine article.41Two people are talking about a problem with a computer. How are the man and woman going to solve the computer problem?A repair it themselvesB contact a technicianC buy a new computerD ask a neighbour to look at it42You will hear part of a travel programme. Where is the presenter speaking from?A a boat on a lakeB a bridge over a riverC a village by the seaD a hill overlooking a bay43A woman is interviewing a man about a newspaper called Metro. The man thinks the Metro newspaper is more successful than other free newspapers because ...A it was the first free newspaper to be published.B it has taken more risks than other newspapers.C its appearance is different fromthat of other newspapers.D its business methods differ from those of other newspapers.。

2007级入学英语分级考试试题College English placement Test September, 2007SectionA (0.5%,5%)Directions:In this section,you will hear several statement. Each statement will be read only once. Then there will be a pause. During the pause, you must read the four choices marked A,B,C and D,and decide which one is closet in meaning to the statement you have just heare. Then mark the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the center.1.A.Mary did not call billB.Mary callde BillC.Mary answered Bill callD.Bill answered Mary call2.A.The Smiths have lived here longer than we haveB.We have lived here longer than the SmithsC.The Smiths have lived here longD.We haven’t lived here long and neither have the Smiths3.A.Bob enjoys swimming mostB.Bod enjoys lying on the beach mostC.Bob likes swimming and then sitting in the sun bestD.To Bob, swimming and sitting on the beach are a waste of time4.A.He never walks to the library at nightB.There is only one librarian here at nightC.The library is the only place to stay atD.He never works in the library in the daytime5.A.The children went home before finishing their gameB.One child left earlier than the othersC.Two children stop went home before the third stopped playingD.Two children stop playing before the third one left6.A.John was born on the 15thB. John was born on the 30 thC.John was born on the 13thD.John was born in 19307.A.I called himB.I forgot to call himC.I didn’t call himD.I forgot calling him8.A.A snake was crossing his feetB.A snake was by his feetC. He was crawling across a snake.D. He was playing with a snake9.A. He was interesting.B. We were interesting.C. He was interested.D. We were interested.10.A. Talking makes me tired.B. I don’t like talking.C. Though I feel tired, I’ll talk.D. I don’t want to talk.Section B (1%,5%)Directions: In this section, you will hear several short conversations. At the end of each conversation, a question will be asked about what was said. Both the conversation and the question will be spoken only once. After each question there will be a pause. During the pause, you must read the four choices marked A, B, C and D, and decide which is the best answer. Then mark the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the center.11.A. He left his notes in class.B. He borrowed the notes from his classmate.C. He needn’t have the exam.D. A classmate borrowed his note.12.A. He has a better idea.B. It would be better if Mary could come with him.C. He thinks Mary’s idea is the best.D. Mary should come up with a better idea.13.A .Finish the workB. Wait until next morningC. Go homeD. Have a rest there14.A. they don’t have to go to the concertB his brother will let them use the carC. The subway is fine with her.D They’ll have to rent a car as early as possible15.A .he wants the others to follow himB. he must study the animal he caughtC. he is behind in his schoolworkD. he will catch up with them thenSection C (1% 15%)Directions : in this section you will hear 3 short passages. At the end of each passage, you will hear some questions. Both the passage and the questions will be spoken two times. After you hear a question, you must choose the best answer form the four choices marked A,B,Cand D. Then mark the corresponding letter on the answer sheet with a single line through the center.Passage 1Questions 16 to 20 are based on the passage you have just heard.16.A. At SydneyB. At ChicagoC. At Hong KongD At Melbourne17.A. A number of iron boxesB. A pile of woollen goodsC. A number of wooden boxesD. Some clothing18.A. A boxB. A catC. A womanD. A man19.A. After the plane left LondonB. before the plane left LondonC. Two days agoD. That morning20.A. ￡345B. ￡435C. ￡230D. ￡335Passage 2Questions 21 to 25 are based on the passage you have just heard.21.A. By taxiB. By busC. On footD. By car22.A. Buckingham PalaceB. Oxford StreetC. The National GalleryD. The British Museum23.A. Have some very good mealsB. Go shoppingC. See some very good playsD. Do sightseeing24.A.They thought English food was bad.B.They will visit London again.C.They visited London last October.D.They didn’t take their umbrella last year.25.A.The couple enjoyed themselves very much in London.B.London is the best place to visit.C.The couple saw a lot in London.D.It often rains in London.Passage 3 Questions 26 to 30 are based on the passage you have just heard.26.A.The origin of language is a legend handed down from the past.B.The origin of language is a question difficult to answer.C.The origin of language was not known until recently.D.The origin of language is a problem not yet solved.27.A.They could agree upon certain signs.B.They could communicate with each other.C.They could write them down..D.They could combine them.28.A.They are used to express fellings only.B.They can not be written downC.They are simply soundsD.They are mysterious29.A.The real poet is no more than a master of words.B.The real poet can convey his meaning in words which sing like music.C.The real poet’s style is charming.D.The real poet can move women to tears.30.A.The initial use of letters.B.The power of words.C.The first letters human being used.D.The invention of words.Part II.Reading Comprehension(1%,20%)Directions:There are 4 passages in this part.Each passage is followed by some questions or Unfinished statemenets.For each of them there are four choices marked A),B),C) and D). You should decide on the best choice andmark the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the centre.Passage1 Questions 31 to 35 are based on the following passage:Time spent in a bookshop can be most enjoyable, whether you are abook-lover or only there to buy a book as a present. You may even have entered the shop just to find shelter from a sudden shower. Whatever the reason, you can soon become totally unaware of your surroundings. The desire to pick up a book with an attractive design is irresistible, although this method of selection ought not to be followed, as you might end up with a rather uninteresting book. You soon become lost in some book or other, and usually it is only much later that you realise you have spent far too much time there and must hurry to keep some forgotten appointment --without buying a book, of course.This opportunity to escape the realities of everyday life is, I think, the main attraction of a bookshop. There are not many places where it is possible to do this. A music shop is very much like a bookshop. You can go to such places as much as you wish. If it is a good shop, no assistant will approach you with the greeting:"Can I help you, sir?" You needn't buy anything you don't want. In a bookshop, an assistant should remain in the background until you have finished reading. You may want to find out where a particular section is. Then, and only then, are his services necessary. But when he has led you there, the assistant should leave politely and look as if he is not interested in selling a single book.31. The best title for this passage may be.A. The Attraction of BookshopsB. How To Spend Your TimeC. Bookshops and Their assistantsD. Buying Books32. According to the author, the best way to escape the realities of everyday life is.A. to chat with assistants in a bookshopB. to take a walk in the streetsC. to make some appointment in a bookshopD. to stay reading books of various kinds in a bookshop33. In a good bookshop,______.A.all the books there are interestingB.you are satisfiedC.you can find shelter from a showerD.you need to buy something you don’t want34.An assistant in a bookshop helps you_____.A.on your entering the shopB.just before you finish readingC.only when you want to find out where q particular section isD.when you are reading35.According to the passage,which of the following statements is true?A.Time spent in a bookshop can be enjoyable only for book-lovers.B.There are only a few places where it is possible to escape the realities of life.C.People go to bookshops only to buy books.D.A book with an attractive design must be an interesting one.Passage 2 Questions 36 to 40 are based on the following passage:In the second half of each year, many powerful storms are born in the tropical Atlantic and Caribbean seas.(of these, only about half a dozen generate the strong, circling winds of 75miles per hour or more that give them hurricane(飓风) status, and several usually make their way to the coast.) There they cause millions of dollars of damage, and bring death to large numbers of people. The great storms that hit the coast start as innocent circling disturbances hundreds——even thousands——of miles out to sea. As they travel aimlessly over water warmed by the summer sun, they are carried westward by the trade winds. When conditions are just right, warm, moist air flows in at the bottom of such a disturbance, moves upward it and comes out at the top. In the process, the moisture in this warm air produces rain, and with it the heat that is converted to energy in the form of strong winds. As the heat increases the young hurricane begins to turn in a counter-clockwise motion. The average life of a hurricane is only about nine days, but it contains almost more power than we can imagine. The energy in the heat released by a hurricane’s rainfall in a single day would satisfy the entire electrical needs of the United States for more than six months. Water, not wind, is the main source of death and destruction in a hurricane. A typical hurricane brings 6 to 12-inch downpours resulting in sudden floods. Worst of all is the powerful movement of the sea——the mountains of water moving toward thelow-pressure hurricane center. The water level rises as much as 15 feet above normal as it moves toward shore.36.When is a storm considered to be a hurricane?A.When it is accompanied by wind.B.When it is accompanied by both wind and rain.C.When its circling winds move at 75 miles per hour or even more.D.When the circling winds bring damages.37.The underlined “innocent aircling disturbances” in Paragraph 2 meansA.innocent people causing small disturbances.B.innocent people causing big disturbancesC.damaging circling windsD.harmless circling winds.38.The underlined “it” in “moves upward through it “ in Paragraph2 refers toA. a disturbanceB.moist airC.trade windD. water39.Srong winds are produced becaused ofA.the young hurricaneB. the heat generated along with rainC.a disturbanceD.moist air40.Which of the following best summarizes the passage?A.The Hurricane – its harms and benefitsB.The origin and effects of hurricaneC.The hurricane and its great energyD.The disasters caused by hurricanesPassage 3 Trees are useful to man in three very important ways:they procide him with wood and other products;they give him shade; and they help to prevent droughts and floods. Unfortunaterly, in many parts of the world, man has not realized that the third of these services is the most important. In his eagemess to draw quick profit from the trees, he has cut them down in large numbers ,only to find that without them he has lost the best friends he had. Two thousand years ago a rich and powerful country cut down its trees to build warships,with which to gain itself an empire.(I gained the empire but,without its tree, its soil became hard and poor.When the empire fell to pieces, the home country found itself faced by floods and starvation.) Even though a government realizes the importance of a plentiful supply of trees, it is difficult for it to persuade the cillager to see this. The villager wants wood to cook his food with;and he can earn money by making charcoal or selling wood to the townsman.He is usually too lazy or too careless to plant and look after new trees. So, unless the govermment has a good system of control,or can deucate the people, the forests will slowly disappear. This does not only mean that the villagers’ sons and grandsons have fewer trees. The results are even more serious: for where there are trees their roots break thesoil up------allowing the rain to sink in------and also bind the soil, thus preventing its being washed away easily; but where there are no trees, the rain falls on hard ground and flows away from the surface, causing floods and carrying away with it the rich topsoil, in which crops grow so well. When all the top-soil is gone, nothing remains but a worthless desert.41. What is the most important function of trees?A. Providing fuel.B. Offering shade.C. Preventing natural disasters.D. Providing charcoal.42. What eventually happened to the rich, powerful country 2000years ago?A. Its people died of hanger.B. It fell to pieces.C. It became a giant empire.D. It built many ships with wood.43. It is implied in the passage that the villager__________.A. wants a plentiful supply of trees for their lifeB. wants fire wood to cook their meals and warm themselvesC. wants to get money so that they can be richD. is not aware of the importance of environmental protection44. One of the roles of trees is to , according to the passage.A. decorate natureB. destroy an empireC. harden soilD. keep soil in position45. What is the passage mainly concerned with?A. The three benefits provided by trees.B. Trees and soil conservation.C. The various uses of trees.D. The different attitudes of the government and the villagers toward trees.Passage 4 Questions 46 to 50 are based on the following passage:Our boat floated on, between walls of forest too thick to allow us a view of the land we were passing through, though we knew from the map that our river must from time to time be passing through chains of hills which crossed the jungle plains. Nowhere did we find a place where we could have landed, where the jungle did not actually spread right down into the river,banks of soft mud prevented us going ashore. In any case, what would we have gained by landing? The country was full of snakes and other dangerous creatures, and the jungle was so thick that one would be able to advance only slowly, cutting one’s way with knives the whole way. So we stayed in the boat, hoping that when we reach the sea, a friendly fisherman would pick us up and take us to civilization. We lived on fish, caught with a home-made net of string (we had no hooks), and any fruit and nuts we could pick up out of the water. As we had no fire, we had to eat everything, including the fish,raw.I had never tasted raw fish before,and I must say I did not much enjoy the experience:perhaps sea-fish which do not live in the mud are less tasteless.After rating my raw fish,I lay back and dreamed of such things as fried chicken and rice,and ice-cream.In the never ending damp heat of the jungle,ice-cream was aparticularly frequent dream. As for water,there was a choice:we could drink the muddy river water,or die of thirst.We drank the water.(Men who have just escaped what had appreared to be certain death lose all worries about such small things as diseases caused by dirty water.)In fact,none of us suffered from any illness as a result. One day we passed another village,but fortunately nobody saw us.We did not wish to risk being taken prisoners a second time:we might not be so lucky as to escape in a stolen boat again.46.It can be inferred from the passage that they had been in.A.an untnhabited areaB.an enemy countryC.a primitive areaD.a hunting ground47.According to the passage,they would Not go ashore where .A.trees reached the riverB.the river side was covered with soft mudC.they could not find human helpD.they might meet enemies48.What did they do on the river bankA.They killed snakesB.They had to cut their way forward.C.They found a boatD.They did not go ashore49.According to the author,__________.A.Sea fish tasted better than fish in muddy waterB.Sea fish tasted worse than fish in muddy waterC.Sea fish in muddy water were tastelessD.Sea fish in muddy water were less tasteless50.Why did the author drink the river water ?A.Because the water was free from germs.B.Because they had experienced something worse.C.Because they were not likely to be affected by disease.D.Because they were too healthy fo fall ill.Part 3 Vocabulary and Structure (35%)Section A (1%,30%)Directions:There are a number of incomplete sentences in this part.For each sentence there are four choices marked A,B,Cand D.Choose the ONE answer that best completes the sentence.Then mark the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the centre.51.There is ______resemblance between Jane and Mary,who are just in the same class.It is hard to tell one from the other.A. inspiringB.strikingC. excitingD.overwelming52. It’s very expensive to ______the fashion.A. go along withB. get on withC. keep up withD. carry on with53. Despite ______ damaging testimony, the jury may decide for the plaintiff.A. the fact of the witness’sB. the witness’sC. there being the witness’sD. the witness54. He invented a plough ______any other in existence.A. far superior toB. more superior thanC. more superior toD. much superior than55. I can’t bear the noise of my brother’s radio; it _____ me from my work.A. disturbsB. perturbsC. interruptsD. distracts56.Students who pass the test will beto the next grade.A.progressedB.proceededC.promotedD.proposed57.If this bill not paid within five days,your gas supply will beA.abandonedB.cut offC.turnde downD.lost touch58.When no one answered the door,shethrough the window to see if anyone was there.A.spottedB.inquiredC.scannedD.peered59.Standwhen you’re being spoken to.A.highlyB.uprightC.primlyD.right away60.Althouh you realize the importance of how you handle stress,sometimes it is difficult to know the best way toanxiety.A.relaxB.releaseC.cutD.relieve61.A large part of human activity,particularly in relation to the environment,isconditions or events.A. in contrast toB. in favor ofC. in response toD. in case of62. She said she liked dancing but was not in the _____ for it just then.A. mannerB. intentionC. desireD. mood63. She was hired by the company to ______ the ads on the street.A. hand inB. hand outC. hand overD. hand on64.Don’t trust him, for he always______ his words.A. reverts toB. breaks offC. goes back onD. turns into65. The plan seems quit simple to me, but I j ust can’t _______to my classmates.A. get it acrossB. get at itC. get it downD. get through it66. Her daughter does not ______ her in any way.A. take apartB.take afterC.take inD. take up67. The firm__________its sales force due to the economic depression.A. Ran intoB.Ran out ofC.Ran overD.Ran down68. The book ____tells about how to get along with others.A. In questionB. Out of the questionC. Out of questionD. With regard to69. We are going to _________a new play early next month.A. Pull onB. Put onC. Pull upD. Put up70. The drowning man tried hard to _____the wood so that he would not sink.A. Head forB.Hang aroundC.Hang upD.Hang onto71. The hard students studies, ________.A the more his body gives off heatB his body gives more heatC the more heat does his body gives offD the more heat his body gives off72.Dick didn't want to walk home because he was used to _______at school every day.A.pick upB.being picked upC.picking upD.be picked up73.This disturbing experience proved to be _______,since it taught me never to allow ideas to become rooted in the mind.A.of great importanceB.as of importanceC.on great importanceD.as important74.You will have to pay a fine,_______ you return those books to the library immediately.A.untilB.unlessC.ifD.provided75.By the end of June, you ________here for three months.A.will have studiedB.studiesC. will studyD.have studies76-------- I try , I cannot find the answer.A HoweverB Hovever hardC No matterD Even77. You two have been growing up together ever since you were a little boy and a little girl. You _____ close friendship ever since childhoodA. haveB. must have hadC. hadD. must have78, He wants to be _____Newton and Einstein.A .a great scientist asB. as great a scientist asC. as a great scientist asD. such a great scientist as79. Newton proved that it is ______ the moon is pulled out of a straight path and kept in orbit.A. by the force of gravityB. by the force of gravity whichC. by the force of gravity thatD. by the force of gravity with which80. By using space technology China can predict natural disasters __, Luan said.A. far more precisely than generally thoughtB. far precisely as generally thoughtC. more precise than generally thinkingD. more precisely that of general thought81.May I have a book on the basic principles of electronics,please?A.fundementalB.majorC.elementaryD.initial82.When the bell rang,the teacher ugered the students to hand in their papers.A.orderedB.demandedpelledD.pressed83.It is known to us that excessive working also injures people’s health.A.toleratesB.curesC.brings throughD.does harm to84.Collins was so seriously injured that he was unable continue his career.A.resumedB.asummedC.consumedD.ensure85.The president spoke to the audience on cleaning up the country.A.addressedB.mentionedC.indicatedD.saidSection BDirection: from the four choices given, choose the ONE that is closest in meaning to the underlined part in the sentence.86. Even a small screw might put a huge machine out of action.A. greatB. giganticC. enormousD. large87. The runaway had been in flight for a couple of days and was caught at the entrance to the library this morning.A. by planeB. in the long runC. on the runD. by air88. Once the brain is hurt , there is no replacement for it .A, substitute B. settlement C. operation D. organ89. Please ex press my good wish to your parents. I haven’t met them for years .A. informB. amuseC. denyD. convey90. After months of direct sunshine , the color of the wall paper has gone. A, departed B. faded C. exited D. droppedPart IV.Cloze (1%,20%)Directions:There are 20 blanks in the following passage.For each blank there are four choices marked A, B, C, and D.You should choose the ONE that best fits into the passage.Then mark the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the centre.Many large cities are(91)-but beautiful.Street arelittered(92)-garbage.In the garbage,however,there is still something that can be(93)-. (94)-people want to solve the problem of waste,there is no time to be(95)-.They must work(96)-ways of making use of good things which are just thrown away(97)-waste. When a car gets too old,it may not run(98)-But the metal that the car was made(99)-is still good.It can be put(100)-use again. When a bottle is empty,it goes(101)-the garbage.But bottle glass can be(102)-into sand and used to(103)-streets.Garbage(104)-food can be changed into fertilizer.But first you haveto(105)-all the glass and metal. Garbage can also be a good(106)-for marking building blocks,which are then covered with concrete.Now,more and more machines are(107)-for this purpose.Someday,people will watch films in a magnificent cinema which has been built(108)-garbage.Future buildings,road,and cities may be made from (109)-.But so far,building beautiful cities out of garbage is only(110)-.91.A.something B.anything C.nothing D.everything92.A.with B.by C.in D.without93.A.contemporary B.accurate eful D.nervous94.A.When B.If C.Once D.As95.A.lost B.loss C.lose D.spared96.A.at B.on C.out D.into97.A.like B.as C.by D.with98.A.any more B.longer C.no more D.no longer99.A.of B.from C.by D.in100.A.in B.to C.into D.onto101.A.out of B.into C.out in D.away from102.A.ground B.grind C.grounded D.stuck103.A.make B.cover C.pave D.dig104.A.from B.within C.out of D.in105.A.produce B.fish out C.sort off D.separate106.A.origin B.source C.way D.end107.A.designed B.planned C.made D.discovered108.A.by B.with C.out of D.of109.A.of B.from C.into D.in110.A.a dream B.a project C.an empty talk D.a prediction。

更多资讯请留意：中大青年网中山大学新生英语入学测试试卷College English Placement TestSeptember 7, 2008Part ⅠListening comprehension (25%)Part ⅡReading comprehension (1%,20%)Directions：There are 4 passages in this part. Each passages is followed by some questions or unfinished statements. For each of them there are four choices marked A, B, C, and D. You should decide on the best choice and mark the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the center.Passage 1Questions 31 to 35 are based on the following passage：A third of Britons are overweight, states a report published in January by the Royal College of Physicians, the result of an 18-month-long study. About five per cent of the children weigh too much, and are likely to stay that way for life; in the mid-twenties age group the proportion of fat people rises to a third, and of the middle-age population half are overweight.Fat people risk severe health problem, says the report, including high blood pressure, breathlessness, and various forms of heart disease. Smoking is particularly risky for overweight people.The safest way to lose weight is to eat cereals, bread, fruit and vegetables, and cut down on fatty meats, butter and sweet foods. Fat diets do far more harm than good; slimming machines that vibrate muscles have not been proved useful; saunas merely remove a little body water, and health farms, says the report, serve as expensive holidays.Exercise is most important to health, the report emphasizes; though it doesn't necessarily reduce weight, it maintains the correct proportion of body fat to body muscle. And it isn't only for the young. From middle age a minimum of 20 minutes of gentle physical jerks should be practiced three times a week.The report advocates several public health measures to combat the high prevalence of overweight in this country. They include an increase of tax on alcohol to reduce its increasing, and dangerously fattening, consumption; and the provision of more sports facilities by local authorities. Britain's doctors, the report concludes, must learn to be more sympathetic and specific in their advice to the overweight, encouraging a change in eating habits on a long-term basis, and taking into account the many -often complex - reasons why fat people are fat31. The passage mainly talks about_______.A. Britons' overweight problemB. how to avoid getting overweight更多资讯请留意：中大青年网C. the cause of Britons overweightD. the relations between overweight and health problems32. According to the report, a person is most likely to stay fat for the whole of his life if he________.A. gets fat in his twentiesB. gets fat in his middle ageC. was born fatD. gets fat when he is a child33. The report suggests that exerciseA. is a way to reduce weightB. is a sure way to keep one healthyC. sometimes increases weightD. can convert fat to muscle34. The report points out that drinking too much alcoholA. will also cause a person to get overweightB. will cause a person to do less sportC. will make a person forget the fact that he is fatD. will lead a person to bad eating habits35. Britain’s doctors, when treating the overweight, shouldA. encourage a long-term diet for everyoneB. be more considerate and give detailed adviceC. first consider why so many people are overweightD. do all of the abovePassage TwoQuestions 36 to 40 are based on the following passage：Knowing ahead of time how to get out during a fire can save needed time. The best way out in a fire is the route you use to go in and out everyday. Yet in a fire this route may be blocked. Be sure to plan other escape routes.Practice your escape plan an night when it is dark. Be sure that your plan is good and will work. For instance, make sure that a child can actually open the window he is supposed to use for his escape. Teach children to close their bedroom doors. Tell them to will by an open window until someone can reach them from outside. If an adult cannot be wakened, children should understand that they must leave by themselves.Choose a meeting place outside. This way you can tell if everyone is safely out of the building. Know where nearby telephones or fire alarm boxes are found.If you live in an apartment, try to get everyone out. Learn where the fire alarm is in the building. Your family should know what the fire alarm bell or horn sounds like. They should know what to do when they hear it. Try to get the other families in your building together to have fire drills. Write down the telephone number of the fire department. Tape the number to each phone. Don’t forget to let the babysitter in on your plans. Tell your babysitter what to do in case of fire.Early warning is the key to a safe escape. It has been shown time and time again that a family can escape if warned early enough.36. Which of the following statements is true?A. You must take the route you use to go in and out in a fire.更多资讯请留意：中大青年网B. The route is always blocked in a fire.C. You should not rely on one route during a fire.D. During a fire, planning escape route can save you needed time.37. Which is the best advice for children during a fire?A. Children should awaken an adult before they leave.B. Children should close the bedroom doors and windows.C. Children should jump out of window even though they are in a high place.D. Children should open a window and wait there for help.38. People who live in apartment should______.A. practice the plan togetherB. make sure they know the fire chief.C. not have to pay for insuranceD. do fire drills separately39. If you are trapped in a bedroom during a fire, you should______.A. hide under the bed.B. stand in a cornerC. lie still.D. close the bedroom doors.40. When the best time to practice escape plan?A. At duskB. In the afternoonC. In the morningD. At nightPassage ThreeQuestions 41 to 45 are based on the following passage：Social change is more likely to occur in societies where there is a mixture of different kinds of people than in societies where people are similar in many ways. The simple reason for this is that there are more different ways of looking at things present in the first kind of society. There are more ideas, more disagreements in interest, and more groups and organizations with different beliefs. In addition, there is usually a greater worldly interest and greater tolerance in mixed societies. All these factors tend to promote social change by opening more areas of life to decision. In a society where people are quite similar in many ways, there are fewer occasions for people to see the need or the opportunity for change because everything seems to be the same. And although conditions may not be satisfactory, they are at least customary and undisputed.Within a society, social change is also likely to occur more frequently and more readily in the material aspects of the culture than in the non-material, for example, in technology rather than in values; in what has been learned later in life rather than what was learned early; in the less basic and less emotional aspects of society than in their opposites; in the simple elements rather than in the complex ones; in form rather than in substance; and in elements that are acceptable to the culture rather than in strange elements.Furthermore, social change is easier if it is gradual. For example, it comes more readily in human relations on a continuous scale rather than one with sharp dichotomies(一分为二). This is one reason why change has not come more quickly to Black Americans as compared to other American minorities, because of the sharp difference in appearance between them and their white counterparts.41. The passage is mainly discussing _______.更多资讯请留意：中大青年网A. two different societiesB. the necessity of social changeC. certain factors that determine the ease with which social changes occurD. certain factors that promote social change42. ______ is one of the factors that tend to promote social change.A. Joint interestB. Advanced technologyC. Different points of viewD. Less emotional people43. The expression greater tolerance（paragraph 1）refers to _____.A. greater willingness to accept social changeB. quicker adaptation to changing circumstancesC. more respect for different beliefs and behaviorD. greater readiness to agree to different opinions and ideas44. According to the passage，which of the following is NOT true？A. Social change tends to meet with more difficulty in basic and emotional aspects of society.B. Disagreement with and argument about conditions tend to slow down social change.C. Social change is more likely to occur in the material aspect of society.D. Social change is less likely to occur in what people learned when they were young.45. Why has change not come more quickly to Black Americans as compared to white people?A. Black people used to be slavesB. White people are of more different originsC. Black people are poorD. White people like to make shape changePassage fourQuestions 46 to 50 are based on the following passage：Most employers say that they wish to employ the right person for the right job. A recent report by Britain's Independent Institute of Manpower Studies，however，disagrees with this. The report states that most employers wish to avoid employing the wrong person. Rather than looking for the right person，they are looking for applicants to turn down.The report also suggests that in Britain and in many other parts of the world，the selection methods used to pick out the right person for the job certainly do not match up to those used to judge a piece of new equipment. Employers used three main selection methods: interviewing，checking resume or application forms and examining references. Most of the employers asked in this survey stated that these selection methods were used more for “weeding out” unsuitable applicants rather than for finding suitable ones.Interviews were considered to be more reliable than either resume checks or references from past employers. Research，however，proves otherwise. Interviewers’ decisions are often strongly influenced by their earlier judgment of the written application. Also，different employers view facts differently. One may consider applicants who have frequently changed jobs as people with broad and useful experience. Another will see such applicants as unreliable and unlikely to stay for long in the new job.更多资讯请留意：中大青年网Some employers place great importance on academic qualifications whereas the link between this and success in management is not necessarily strong. Some employers use handwriting as a standard. The report states that there is little evidence to support the value of the latter for judging working ability. References，also，are sometime unreliable as they are not very important，while checks on credit and security records and applicants' political opinions are often the opposite.The report is more favorable towards trainability tests and those which test personality and personal and mental skills. The report concludes by suggesting that interviewing could become more reliable if the questions were arranged in a careful，organized system and focused on the needs of the employing organization.46. According o the passage, when most employers want to hire workers, _______.A. they will try to find suitable peopleB. they will look for the right applicantC. the wrong applicants are to be turned downD. to turn down the wrong people is what they say they aim to do47. It is implied that ______.A. to evaluate a right person is more difficult than to evaluate equipmentB. employers are more successful in selecting the right equipment than the right personsC. criteria will be set up according to the real situation of the applicantsD. curriculum vitae means application forms48. Most of the recruiters ______.A. consult the applicantsB. can find suitable peoplesC. prefer curriculum vitae or referencesD. use different ways to sort out the unsuitable applicants49. Which of the following is True?A. Employers get different conclusions from the facts.B. Changing jobs frequently will reduce the change to be recruited.C. Academic qualifications will guarantee the applicant managing ability.D. Handwriting is a valid way to evaluate an applicant.50. It can be inferred from the passage that successful employees will be those who _____.A. have outstanding referencesB. are strong in emotional quotientC. take interviewing seriouslyD. have strong political leaningsPart ⅢVocabulary and Structure (35%Section A (1%, 30%)Directions: there are a number of incomplete sentences in this part. For each sentence there are fo ur choices marked A, B, C and D. Choose the ONE answer that best completes the sentence. Then mark the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the centre.51. They had a fierce _____ as to whether their company should restore the trade relationship which was broken years ago.更多资讯请留意：中大青年网A. crashB. debateC. contestD. disagreement52. The early pioneers had to _____ many hardships to settle on the new land.A. go in forB. go back onC. go throughD. go on53. The local health organization is reported _____ twenty-five years ago when Dr.Audon became its first president.A. to be set upB. to have been set upC. being set upD. having been set up54. He invented a plough _____ any other in existence.A. far superior toB. more superior thanC. more superior toD. much superior than55. He is watching TV? He is _____ to be cleaning his room.A. knownB. consideredC. regardedD. supposed56. As scheduled, the communication satellite went into _____ round the earth.A. circleB. pathC. orbitD. course57. If this bill is not paid within five days, your gas supply will be _____.A. abandonedB. cut offC. turned downD. lost touch58. When no one answered the door, she _____ through the window to see if anyone was there.A. spottedB. inquiredC. scannedD. peered59. I don’t want to lend any money to him; he is already in debt _____ me.A. forB. toC. ofD. with60. Nowadays advertising cost money to him; he is already in debt _____ me.A. connectionB. reactionC. relationD. proportion61. A large part of human activity, particularly in relation to the environment, is _____ conditions or events.A. in contract toB. in favor toC. in response toD. in case of62. She said she liked dancing but was not in the _____ for it just then.A. mannerB. intentionC. desireD. mood63. The car _____ halfway for no reason and we could not move.A. broke offB. broke downC. broke upD. broke out64. In Britain today women _____ 44% of the workforce and nearly half the mothers with children are in paid work.A. build upB. stand forC. make upD. conform to65. The plan seem quite simple to me, but I just can’t _____ to my classmates.A. get it acrossB. get at itC. get it downD. get through it66. A man who is cruel to his children should be held in _____.A. contextB. contemptC. controversyD. convict67. The villagers were very _____ towards anyone who passed through.A. hospitalB. hospitalizedC. hospiceD. hospitable68. I meant _____ you about it, but I forgot to do so.A. to have toldB. to have been toldC. to tellD. telling更多资讯请留意：中大青年网 69. The American society is _____ an exceedingly shaky foundation of natural resources, which is connected with the possibility of a worsening environment.A. originated fromB. established onC. come fromD. turned out70. The French pianist who had been praised very highly _____ to be a great disappointment.A. turned upB. turned inC. turned downD. turned out71. Joe differs from his brother _____ he is very diligent while his brother is included to idleness.A. in whereB. in whichC. in whatD. in that72. –Can you come on Monday or Tuesday?–I’m afraid _____ day is possible.A. eitherB. neitherC. someD. both73. _____, he cannot succeed.A. Try as he mayB. As he may tryC. Try may he asD. How may he try74. Dr.Black comes from either Oxford or Cambridge, I can’t remember _____.A. whereB. whichC. thereD. that75. Only yesterday _____ that they had wronged their son.A. did the parent realizeB. the parent realizedC. the parent were realizedD. were the parent realized76. After I heard that I took a deferred pass in botany (植物学) , I was in a _____ emotional state.A. doubtfullyB. highlyC. greatlyD. nervously77. The staff proposed that wages _____.A. have been raisedB. be raisedC. have to be raisedD. were to be raised78. _____ the advance of science, the discomforts of old age will no doubt always be with us.A. As forB. BesidesC. ExceptD. Despite79. It sounds ridiculous but true that millions of people _____ to see the sun rise if they _____ pay for it.A. would have got up…had had toB. may get up…have toC. would get up…had toD. could get up…have to80. By using space technology China can predict natural disasters _____, Luan said.A. far more precisely than generally thoughtB. far precisely as generally thoughtC. more precisely than generally thinkingD. more precisely that of general thoughtSection B (0.5%, 10%)Directions: From the four choices given below the statements, choose the ONE that is closest in meaning to the underlined part in the sentence.81. Many cinema-goers were stunned by the film’s violent and tragic end.更多资讯请留意：中大青年网A. shockedB. disappointedC. indifferentD. angry82. The villages raked the district for a trace of the missing boy.A. exploredB. trampedC. exploitedD. combed83. Few countries today enjoy prosperous economy.A. staticB. assumedC. poorD. flourishing84. Collins was so seriously injured that he was unable to continue his career.A. resumedB. assumedC. consumedD. ensure85. Miss Baker’s respond to your request seemed gratifying.A. pleasingB. shrewdC. overwhelmingD. threatening86. You have to pay a premium for express delivery.A. extra tipB. extra changeC. extra bonusD. extra price87. The runaway had been in flight for a couple of days and was caught at the entrance to the library this morning.A. by planeB. in the long runC. on the runD. by air88. After many failures, his eventual success surprised all of us.A. finalB. outstandingC. exceptionalD. full89. Please express my good wish to your parents. I haven’t met them for years.A. informB. amuseC. denyD. convey90. There are so few bald eagles left in America that many people fear they are in danger of extinct.A. dyingB. dying outC. dying downD. dying awayPart ⅣClose (1%, 20%)Direction: There are 20 blanks in the following passage. For each blank there are four choices marked A, B, C and D. You should choose the ONE that best fits into the passage. Then mark the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the center.Historians tend to tell the same joke when they are describing history education in America. It’s the one __91__ the teacher standing in the schoolroom door __92__ goodbye to students for the summer and calling __93__ them, “By the way, we won World War II.”The problem with the joke, of course, is that it’s __94__ funny. The recent surveys on __95__ illiteracy (无知) are beginning to numb (令人震惊): nearly one third of American 17-year-olds cannot even __96__ which countries the United States __97__ against in that war. One third have no __98__ when the Declaration of Independence was __99__. One third thought Columbus reached the New World after 1750. Two thirds cannot correctly __100__ the Civil War between 1850 and 1900. __101__ when they get the answers right, some are __102__ guessing.Unlike math or science, ignorance of history cannot be __103__ connected to loss of international __104__. But it does affect our future __105__ a democratic nation and as individuals.The __106__ news is that there is growing agreement __107__ what is wrong with the __108__ of history and what needs to be __109__ to fix it. The steps are tentative (尝试更多资讯请留意：中大青年网 性)__110__ yet to be felt in most classrooms.91. A. about B. in C. for D. by92. A. shaking B. waving C. nodding D. speaking93. A. in B. after C. for D. up94. A. rarely B. so C. too D. not95. A. historical B. educational C. cultural D. political96. A. distinguish B. acknowledge C. identify D. convey97. A. defeated B. attacked C. fought D. struck98. A. sense B. doubt C. reason D. idea99. A. printed B. signed C. marked D. edited100. A. place B. judge C. get D. lock101. A. Even B. Though C. Thus D. So102. A. hardly B. just C. still D. ever103. A. exclusively B. practically C. shortly D. directly104. A. competitiveness B. comprehensionC. communityD. commitment105. A. of B. for C. with D. as106. A. fine B. nice C. surprising D. good107. A. to B. with C. on D. of108. A. consulting B. coaching C. teaching D. instructing109. A. done B. dealt C. met D. reached110. A. therefore B. or C. and D. asPart Ⅴ. Oral CommunicationSection A Dialogue CompletionDirections: In the section, you will read 5 short incomplete dialogues between two speakers, each followed by four choices marked A, B, C and D. Choose the answer that appropriately suits the situation to complete the dialogue. Then mark the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet a single line through the center.111. [A]: The chocolate cake is very good today.[B]: _____.A. Yes, I’ve to consider it carefullyB. No, I can’t afford itC. Yes, I’ll have it tomorrow, not todayD. No, thanks. I’ll have an apple pie with ice cream on the top112. [A]: _____[B]: I have only a bottle of Brandy and a painting.A. Do you have anything to declare?B. What have you bought abroad?更多资讯请留意：中大青年网C. What do you have to pay the tax?D. Anything you what me to know?113. [A]: Operator, I’d like to place a call to Beijing, please.[B]: _____A. OK. What are you?B. Just a moment, please.C. All right. How are youD. Sorry, you have to pay.114. [A]: Excuse me. When will the Flight 666 arrive?[B]: _____A. Sorry. I can’t tell you.B. Good. You have missed it.C. Well. It had been delayed.D. OK. Here you are.115. [A]: Have you got the book recommended by our teacher?[B]: _____A. No, I have got itB. No, it have been sold outC. Yes, they don’t sell it.D. Yes, I have one already.Section A Dialogue ComprehensionDirections: In the section, you will read 5 short conversations between a man and a woman. At the end of each conversation there is a question followed by four choices marked A, B, C and D. Choose the answer to the question from the four choices given. Then mark the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the center.116. [Man]: This is Mr. Jones. My heater is not getting any power and the temperature is going to get down below freezing.[Woman]: This is our busiest time of the year, but I’ll speak to one of our men about getting over there sometime today.[Question]: What did the woman mean?A. She would come to fix the man’s heater soon.B. She would send someone to fix the man’s heater.C. She could not come and fix it.D. She was not happy about the heater.117. [Woman]: I feel like it’s only been a few weeks since school started.[Man]: Yes. How time flies! It’s almost time for our final exams.[Question]: What do the speakers imply?A. They didn’t like to study in their school.B. The school year seemed to go by very quickly.C. They’ve been in school for a few days only.D. Though final are over, they have to continue their study.118. [Man]: Are you sure this is the right way to get to the airport? My flight will depart in forty minutes.[Woman]: Sure. This is a shortcut. We’ll be there soon.[Question]: What does the woman mean?A. They have taken a wrong road.B. This way should take less time.更多资讯请留意：中大青年网11C. They will be late because of the bad traffic.D. The road is rough.119. [Woman]: Help yourself to some fish. I hope you ’ll like it.[Man]: My doctor told me to keep far from fish.[Question]: What does the man mean?A. He doesn ’t like eating fish.B. The woman is not good at cooking fish.C. He thinks the fish is too far from him to get.D. He shouldn ’t eat any fish as his doctor told him.120. [Man]: Will you come out this evening and go to cinema with me?[Woman]: That depends on what film the cinema is going to put on.[Question]: What does the woman ’s response mean?A. She does n’t like to go with the man.B. She is more interested in the film than the man.C. She knows there is a good film on.D. She wants the man to tell her where the cinema is.参考答案：31~35 ADBAB 36~40 DDADD 41~45 CCABA 46~50 DCDAD 51~55 BCAAD 56~60 CBDBD61~65 CDBCA 66~70 BDCBD 71~75 ABABA 76~80 BBDCA 81~85 ADDDA 86~90 BCADB 91~95 ABBDA 96~100 CCDBB 101~105 ABDCD 106~110 DCCAB 111~115 DCBCB116~120 BBBDB。

四川省成都市七中育才东湖校区2024-2025学年高一上学期10月月考英语试卷（部分答案）一、完形填空My brother and I were driving home together and we were deep in conversation. Because of his 1 , my brother took a wrong turn, taking us towards a 2 and we had no way to turn back. 3 , my brother paid the bridge fee and drove on. He was clearly frustrated by the mistake and the 4 waste of $4.We eventually reached an exit slipway and, as we took it, my brother 5 a beat-up black car parked by the side of the road. A young guy was standing nearby 6 someone. I was busy trying to figure out which 7 we went next but my brother 8 and asked the guy if he needed any help. And he did. He had a(n) 9 tire and needed a tool to get it off. My brother gave it to him, then proceeded to help him 10 the tire. After we had finished the job he thanked us again and again, pulled out $20 and tried to give it to us. “No,” my brother said. “We were never 11 to even get on that bridge. We took a 12 turn. But now we know why we did. It was to help you. Thank you for turning our mistake into a(n) 13 to serve.”What I loved most was watching my brother throughout this 14 . He was able to see a chance to help even in an otherwise 15 situation, which can only come from a calm mind and an open heart.1．A．happiness B．carelessness C．selfishness D．weakness 2．A．bridge B．corner C．track D．house 3．A．Nervously B．Immediately C．Unwillingly D．Unfortunately 4．A．unusual B．hateful C．hopeless D．needless 5．A．repaired B．noticed C．struck D．helped 6．A．phoning B．reminding C．greeting D．recalling 7．A．restaurant B．gas station C．hotel D．way 8．A．pulled together B．pulled away C．pulled over D．pulled through 9．A．flat B．empty C．old D．dirty10．A．clean B．change C．fill D．choose 11．A．supposed B．forced C．allowed D．required 12．A．different B．opposite C．wrong D．distant 13．A．wish B．ability C．belief D．opportunity 14．A．progress B．arrangement C．process D．mistake 15．A．dangerous B．destructive C．expensive D．negative二、阅读理解Welcome to UCLA Exchange Program! Let’s get started by checking out Student Guide for your academic journey!Signing up for ESL (English as a Second Language)ESL courses are designed to help international students improve academic English language skills. Enrollment (课程注册) priority is given to degree students. If space is available, you may enroll. You will then be asked to take an ESL Placement Test. The test results will help you choose the class that is appropriate for vou.Changing Your Course Enrollment ListYou may change your class schedule during the first two weeks of the term by adding or dropping courses from your enrollment list. After the second week of classes, there will be a charge for each schedule change. Students often attend classes in which they are not enrolled on the first day of instruction to try adding this new course to the list, as other students may have dropped it.Withdrawing from CoursesIf you choose to drop a course, you must follow the UCLA procedures for removing it from your schedule. If you forget to officially drop that course, a “F” (Fail) grade will be registered on your record at the end of the term. If, at a later date, you wish to apply for a job or graduate school where an official copy of your UCLA record is required, it will be to your advantage to provide an impressive academic record.Taking ExamsSome instructors choose to put previous test papers on library reserve, making themavailable to all students. These exams, which students commonly use for practice, can give you an idea of how instructors ask questions and what they regard as relevant material. You can also access the exams online.16．An ESL Placement Test is aimed to ________.A．improve the students’ language skillsB．encourage the students to answer questionsC．put the students in a class that fits themD．help the students apply for a degree17．What is the deadline for a free enrollment list change?A．The day when the class is full.B．The first day of instruction.C．The first week of the class.D．The end of the second week.18．What should exchange students do if they choose to stop taking a course?A．Seek assistance from UCLA officials.B．Go through the procedures to drop it.C．Present past academic records to UCLA．D．Make a request to the Registration Office.19．Working on previous tests helps students ________.A．imitate the way that their instructors write test questionsB．learn how questions are asked and what they are based onC．come up with new ideas about how testing relates to teaching X.D．narrow down to what has not yet been covered in online testsMy grandma passed away last week. My mum began the painful yet necessary task of sorting through her belongings.“Is there anything you want from grandma’s flat?” Mum texted me.“Her aloe (芦荟), please.” I required zero thinking time.Sometime around 1975, Grandma, always believing good things would happen in the future, received this plant as a gift, which she appreciated and placed in her doorway. It came from thelocal butcher. Five years later, my mum married the butcher’s son and had me. Grandma revealed to me this particular plant was a living relationship between the two families. And so was I.Recently, whenever we visited Grandma’s flat, I attempted to fix this concept in my children’s minds. “That was a gift your great-grandma bought your other great-grandma! It’s older than me!” Then my kids would nod and ask Grandma for a sweet.Numerous times, Grandma gave me cuttings or clippings of the plant, hoping I might raise my own and continue the legend. Yet, every time, my new branch died with my awful gardening skills. But that didn’t used to matter, because I could turn to Grandma, who would wait and accept my disturbance without becoming upset. Then I got another clipping and tried again. But now I can’t. So, I decided that the plant will go and live with Ann, my mother-in-law, who is a genius with a greenhouse.The plan is for Ann to keep hold of the original plant. In time, she can teach me how to deal with its cuttings properly, and then maybe one day I can settle the plant in my place.In the meantime, Ann will allocate (分配) clippings among my relatives, as Grandma used to do. My wife’s two sisters, for example, are both better at tending plants than I am, so it is quite imaginable that they, too, will offer cuttings of the plant to their partners, spreading this loving plant across my entire extended family.20．Why did the author want his grandma’s aloe?A．He wanted to pass it down to others.B．He showed a preference for gardening.C．He had a pleasant memory of the plant.D．He received it as a gift from his grandma. 21．Which of the following best describes the author’s grandma?A．Optimistic and patient.B．Generous and helpful.C．Honest and fashionable.D．Humorous and skillful.22．The author took the aloe to his mother-in-law toA．display his skills in gardening B．have the plant better cared forC．announce his grandma’s death D．protect the plant from dying out23．What may be the best title for the text?A．Aloe: my family bond B．Aloe: a mysterious plantC．Grandma: my life coach D．Grandma: a lovely gardenerLanguages have been coming and going for thousands of years, but in recent times there has been less coming and a lot more going. When the world was still populated by hunter-gatherers, small, tightly knit(联系) groups developed their own patterns of speech independent of each other. Some language experts believe that 10,000 years ago, when the world had just five to ten million people, they spoke perhaps 12,000 languages between them.Soon afterwards, many of those people started settling down to become farmers, and their languages too became more settled and fewer in number. In recent centuries, trade, industrialization, the development of the nation-state and the spread of universal compulsory education, especially globalisation and better communications in the past few decades, all have caused many languages to disappear, and dominant languages such as English, Spanish and Chinese are increasingly taking over.At present, the world has about 6,800 languages. The distribution of these languages is hugely uneven. The general rule is that mild zones have relatively few languages. Often spoken by many people while hot, wet zones have lots, often spoken by small numbers. Europe has only around 200 Languages: the Americas about 1,000, Africa 2,400; and Asia and the Pacific perhaps 3,200, of which Papua New Guinea alone accounts for well over 800. The median number(中位数) of speakers is a mere 6，000, which means that half the worlds languages are spoken by fewer people than that.Already well over 400 of the total of 6,800 languages are close to extinction(消亡), with only a few elderly speakers left. Pick, at random, Busuu in Cameroon (eight remaining speakers), Chiapaneco in Mexico(150). Lipan Apache in the United States(two or three) or Wadjigu in Australia (one, with a question-mark): none of these seems to have much chance of survival. 24．What can we infer about languages in hunter-gatherer times?A．They developed very fast.B．They were large in number.C．They had similar patters.D．They were closely connected25．Which of the following best explains "dominant" underlined in paragraph 2？A．Complex.B．Advanced.C．Powerful.D．Modern.26．How many languages are spoken by less than 6, 000 people at present?A．About 6,800 .B．About 3,400C．About 2,400D．About 1,200.27．What is the main idea of the text?A．New languages will be created.B．Peoples lifestyles are reflected in languages.C．Human development results in fewer languages.D．Geography determines language evolution.The kids are hanging out. I pass small bands of students, on my way to work these mornings. They have become a familiar part of the summer landscape.These kids are not old enough for jobs. Nor are they rich enough for camp. They are school children without school. The calendar called the school year ran out on them a few weeks ago. Once monitored by teachers and principals, they now appear to be “self care”.Passing them is like passing through a time zone. For much of our history, after all, Americans arranged the school year around the needs of work and family. In 19th-century cities, schools were open seven or eight hours a day, 11 months a year. In rural America, the year was arranged around the growing season. Now, only 3 percent of families follow the agricultural model, but nearly all schools are scheduled as if our children went home early to milk the cows and took months off to work the crops. Now, three-quarters of the mothers of school-age children work, but the calendar is written as if they were home waiting for the school bus.The six-hour day, the 180-day school year is regarded as something holy. But when parents work an eight-bour day and a 240-day year, it means something different. It means that many kids go home to empty houses. It means that, in the summer, they hang out.“We have a huge mismatch between the school calendar and realities of family life,” says Dr. Ernest Boyer, head of the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching.Dr. Boyer is one of many who believe that a radical revision of the school calendar is inevitable. “School, whether we like it or not, is educational. It always has been.”His is not a popular idea. Schools are routinely burdened with the job of solving all our social problems. Can they be asked to meet the needs of our work and family lives?It may be easier to promote a longer school year on its educational merits and, indeed, the educational case is convincing. Despite the complaints and studies about our kids lack of learning,the United State still has a shorter school year than any industrial nation. In most of Europe, the school year is 220 days. in Japan, it is 240 days long. While classroom time alone doesn’t produce a well-educated child, learning takes time and more learning takes more time. The long summers of forgetting take a toll.The opposition to a longer school year comes from families that want to and can provide other experiences for their children. It comes from teachers. It comes from tradition. And surely from kids. But the most important part of the conflict has been over the money.28．The current American school calendar was developed in the 19th century according to ______.A．the growing season on nation’s farmB．the labor demands of the industrial ageC．teachers’ demands for more vacation timeD．parents’ demands for other experiences for their kids29．Why is Dr. Boyer’s idea unpopular?A．He thinks that school year and family life should be considered separatelyB．He argues for the role of school in solving social problems.C．He strongly believes in the educational role of school.D．He supports the current school calendar.30．“The long summers of forgetting take a toll” in the last paragraph but one means that ______.A．long summer vacation changes the way of learningB．long summer vacation has been abandoned in EuropeC．long summers result in less learning timeD．long summers are a result of tradition31．The author thinks that the current school calendar ______.A．is still appropriate B．is out of dateC．is inevitable D．cannot be revised三、单词拼写32．At first I disagreed, but on (反思),I realized she was right.(根据汉语提示单词拼写) 33．Children have a natural c (好奇心) about the world around them. . （根据首字母和汉语提示写出单词）34．His best movie, which won several a (奖), was about the life of Gandhi. (根据中英文提示单词拼写)35．Last year, the scientists i (研究) how foreign speakers gained fluency. (根据中英文提示单词拼写)36．Younger writers use (消极的) and past-tense words than older writers. (根据汉语提示单词拼写)37．We meet r (有规律地) to discuss the progress of the project. (根据中英文提示单词拼写)38．Louis was greatly a (钦佩) for his ability as a swimmer. (根据中英文提示单词拼写) 39．He was one of 30 a (申请人) for the manager’s job. (根据中英文提示单词拼写) 40．But almost all these schools would have difficulty c (联系) children during summer holidays.41．Still, Wright said he would be watching Tom’s growth this year with e (渴望).(根据中英文提示单词拼写)四、选词填空选词填空42．After hearing the shocking news, the crowd ran out .43．As far as I am concerned, it is pollution and tourism that contribute to the problem. As a result, we should remind people to of protection.44．He the father of the atomic bomb.45．Governments need to offer the young options after school.46．With just 700 metres to go, Alistair Brownlee was in third place and his younger brother, Jonny, was .47．He visited London two weeks ago, and Big Ben his minds since then. 48．It’s important to your strengths and to minimize your weaknesses. 49．As she is hearing from me, please remember to post this letter on your way to school.50．We do go to the library , but not as often as we should.51．You need to know or at least consider before you .五、书信写作52．假如你是李华，你的笔友Smith刚上高中，因不知在新学校里如何结交新朋友而感到苦恼写信向你求助。

1Woman: B W hat do you do?Man:I'm a chef in an Italian restaurant2Man: C W hat's wrong?Woman: I don't feel very well.3Man:Why did you decide to B l ook f or another job? Woman: I wasn't happy with the one I had.4Girl:I thought it was a bit boring.Boy:Me too. The other team didn't get the ball very much, A di d t hey5Man:I'm not going to Peter's wedding.Woman: Oh – why not?Man:Because I A haven't invited.Woman: Why on earth do you want to become a plumber?Man:Look – it's a B hi ghl y skilled job and it brings in a lot of money.7Man:I thought Jack left work early to pick up his daughter from school!Woman:Me too - but apparently D he's been goi ng to the gym all theseweeks instead.8Woman: I C cam e acr oss an interesting article in the paper this morning. Man: What was it about?9Man: I don't feel very well.Woman: Perhaps you're D get t i ng a cold.10Woman: Did they ever discover who hacked into the computer system?Man:Not exactly – there was some doubt A as t o the true identity ofthe person responsible.11 What does the man mean?A I think you should go.B It's odd that you should feel like that.C You should think about this more seriously.Woman: I just don't know what's the matter with me. My boss has invited me to a Paris fashion show and I'm struggling to get excited about it.Man:You'd normally go without a second thought.12 What does the woman mean?A I think it's a great idea.B I think you're unlikely to succeed.C I don't think you should do that immediately.Man:I'm going to throw my hat in the ring for the Managing Director job. What do you think?Woman: Well, to be honest, I think it's a bit of a long shot.13 What does the woman mean?A You're being rather pessimistic.B I suppose you're trying to be funny.C You shouldn't joke about such serious matters.Man:By the time the government wake up to the real threat of global warming, we'll all have webbed feet.Woman: What a cheerful man you are!A She never sees the boy at the swimming pool.B She always sees the boy at the swimming pool.C She sometimes sees the boy at the swimming pool.Boy:I really like going swimming.Girl:Really, but I hardly ever see you at the swimming pool. Boy:I always go early in the mornings.15 What does the man mean?A I'm not worried about missing the start of the play.B I need to leave at 8 pm to be on time for the play.C I'm not going to miss any part of the play.Woman: Don't you need to leave now if you want to see the beginning of the play? Man:Don't worry about it. It doesn't start until 8 pm.A It shocked me.BIt didn't last very long.C It was really disappointing.Woman: Well, was skydiving everything it was cracked up to be?Man:Pretty much – all over in a flash though.17 What does the man mean by his SECOND comment?A I'm frustrated by your attitude.B I'm afraid I can't agree with you.C I'm finding it hard to believe you.Man:I see the train drivers are preparing for strike action again next week. Woman: I don't suppose anything will come of it, though.Man:I wish I could share your optimism.18 What does the mother mean?A I don't want you to do that.B I'm not saying anything about this.C Not until we have talked about this.Son:Mum – I've decided I'm going to hitch-hike round Europe!Mother: Not if I have anything to say about it.19 What does the woman mean?A I've told my personal assistant exactly why I'm unhappy with him.B I'm not sure if my personal assistant understands why I'm unhappy with him.C I'm unhappy that his performance at work does not meet the terms of his contract.Man:What's wrong with your personal assistant?Woman: I'm not happy with his performance at work and I've just let him know in no uncertain terms.Man:Well, you don't exactly mince your words, do you?20 What does the man mean by his SECOND comment?A You don't always say exactly what you mean.B You always communicate precisely and effectively.C You don't always tell people exactly what you think.Man:What's wrong with your personal assistant?Woman: I'm not happy with his performance at work and I've just let him know in no uncertain terms.Man:Well, you don't exactly mince your words, do you?21 The woman is ...A voicing her regret.B expressing her surprise.C passing on her good wishes.Man:Apparently that Head of Department job might finally be coming my way.Woman: Well, that's a turn-up for the books!Complete the text below. Write ONE word only into each space. There is an example (0) at the beginning.The MicrowaveThe first microwave produced for domestic use (0) was launched in 1967. This was after two decades spent making improvements to the first commercially-used microwave, 22t hatwas tested in a restaurant in Boston, USA, in 1945. This restaurant machine stood almost two metres high, weighed 340 kg, and cost $5,000.‘The early domestic microwaves were out of this world,’ says Elizabeth Walter, 23whoran a microwave cookery school in London in the 1970s. 'One of the best things was that you couldadjust the power and cooking speed. We 24usedto do cakes and demonstrate how tosimmer sauces, and make casseroles. There was hardly anything you 25coul dnot do!'However, the microwave has 26hadconsiderable criticism from professional cooks,in spite of its speed and efficiency. ‘I’ve always hated them,’ says a head chef at a well-known Londonrestaurant, ‘I don’t really know 27whyI feel that way. Perhaps it’s 28t hatmicrowaves represent speed and a lack of skill.’ Many chefs still think this way. Nonetheless, the domestic microwave remains a standard part of the modern kitchen.29 Two hikers are walking up a hill. They agree to ...A have a rest.B stop for lunch.C take another route.D return to their hotel.30Two people are talking about a website. What does the man think of the website?A It's easy to find your way around it.B The advertising doesn't bother him.C You need to adapt it to suit your own interests.D It's reasonable that users should pay to see certain pages.31Two people are talking about some female pop singers. What does the woman say about the singers?A Some of these singers won't be popular for very long.B She prefers to listen to other kinds of music.C She thinks their music is quite conventional.D They all look quite similar to each other.32Two people are talking about memory. What comment does the man make about memory?A Lie-detectors are an effective way of making people recall past events.B Our recollection of past events can be influenced by outside factors.C Our memories of dramatic events are more vivid than other memories.D The long-term memory helps us to recreate events in our childhood.33Two people are talking about a new flat (apartment). How does the woman feel about her new home?A pleased with the location of the flatB fed up with the noise from the streetC disappointed with the size of the kitchenD happy that she can spend more time at home34Two friends are talking about homes. Where does the woman live?A in the countrysideB in the mountainsC on the coastD in the city35Two business people are discussing foreign trade. Why, according to the man, have exports of a particular product fallen recently?A The current version of the product is of inferior quality.B Some countries are making their own, similar products.C Interest rates in the country of manufacture fell sharply.D The product has become more expensive in key markets.36A man is talking on the radio about a man with a new business idea. Why did the investors decide to support the man's business idea?A They thought he had a unique product.B They felt the risk in backing him was low.C They found his personality very appealing.D They were impressed by his ambition for his business.37How does the man now view the future of his business?A He is determined to expand his business.BHe is unwilling to change his business approach.C He is realistic about the limitations of his product.D He is worried he won't be able to repeat his first success.38A girl is talking to her father about her homework. For history homework, the girl hasto ...A do a short project.B look at some websites.C read part of a text book.D read a magazine article.39A woman is talking about the influence her mother had on her. What did the woman learn from her mother about work?A a natural ability to work hardB only to work if she was getting paidC making money is the most important thingD work is something you have to accept in life40You will hear a scientist being interviewed about a different way of producing fuel. The woman argues that making fuel from coal . . .A is a revolutionary process which is not yet proven.B will help to solve the energy crisis in the short term.C produces a more environmentally-friendly type of fuel.D might prove difficult to deal with given the carbon pollution.41A woman is interviewing a man about a newspaper called Metro. The man thinks the Metro newspaper is more successful than other free newspapers because ...A it was the first free newspaper to be published.B it has taken more risks than other newspapers.C its appearance is different from that of other newspapers.D its business methods differ from those of other newspapers.42Two people are talking at the gym. What does the man think about his gym membership?A The fees are more than he can afford.B Being a gym member fits his life well.C The money could be better spent on social activities.D He plans to cancel his gym membership next month.。

Placement Test for Graduate StudentsAugust, 20151.本分级测试主要检测学生英语水平、语言能力和批判性思维能力，为英语教学分班提供依据，望同学们认真答题，体现出自己真实水平。

2.本测试同时也为教师教学提供参考，测试成绩按一定比例计入平时成绩。

3.本测试时长共90分钟。

测试对速度有一定要求，同学们可参考各部分建议，合理分配答题时间。

4.第1~30题为听力，请用耳机收听。

5.所有答案做在机读卡上。

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PART I LISTENING COMPREHENSION (30 minutes, 30 points, 1 point each)Section ADirections: In this section, you will hear 9 short conversations between two speakers. At the end of each conversation, a question will be asked about what was said. The conversations and the questions will be read only once. Choose the best answer from the four choices given by marking the corresponding letter with a single bar across the square brackets on your machine scored Answer Sheet.1. A. It was wet. B. It was torn.C. It was dirty with dust .D. It was blood-stained.2. A. Doctors can do nothing about his problem.B. It is too small a problem to get treated.C. Health care is very expensive.D. Doctors can fix his problem.3. A. Smoking is stupid.B. Smoking one cigarette is enough.C. Smoking in public places is offensive.D. Smoking is cool.4. A. Remember this place.B. Move ahead with the line.C. Answer the call.D. Come back quickly.5. A. He doesn’t drink tea very often.B. He is not interested in Peking opera.C. He knows nothing about Peking opera.D. He enjoys watching Peking opera.6. A. 885-450-4310B. 848-405-3140C. 858-405-3410D. 405-858-34107. A. She’ll help the man out of the trouble.B. The man has always been in trouble.C. No one else will help the man except herself.D. She doesn’t want their relations mentioned.8. A. John will not stay in jail for a long time.B. John is a family member with a bad reputation.C. John has been driven out of the family.D. John’s job differs from that of hi s family members.9. A. She dislikes the smell in the house.B. She smells something burn.C. She is afraid that the house is on fire.D. She feels something is wrong.Section BDirections: In this section, you will hear 3 conversations. At the end of each conversation, questions will be asked about what was said. The conversations and the questions will be spoken only once. Choose the best answer from the four choices given by marking the corresponding letter with a single bar across the square brackets on your machine scored Answer Sheet.Conversation OneQuestions 10 to 14 are based on the conversation you have just heard.10. What is the purpose of the conversation?A．The woman wants to make an appointment with the librarian.B．The woman is trying to reserve a book for her classmate.C．The woman is inquiring about the availability of study rooms.D．The woman wants to reserve a different room in the library.11. Listen again to part of the conversation. Then answer the question.Why does the man say this:A．To inform the woman that no rooms are availableB．To encourage the woman to reserve a room nowC．To recommend the rooms on the third floorD．To let the woman know which rooms are better12. According to the man, why are so few study rooms available?A．There are more students now than in the previous year.B．Several rooms are being used as offices for library staff.C．There is a problem with students reserving more than one room.D．Some of the university buildings are still under construction.13. Why does the woman need a study room?A．She is preparing for a final examination.B．Her professor requires everyone to have a study room.C．She does not have space to study in her apartment.D．She needs a place to meet with other students.14. Why does the man say this:A．To tell the woman about the building that he works inB．To persuade the woman to accept a room in another buildingC．To describe an interesting aspect of the university layoutD．To direct the woman to someone else who can help herConversation TwoQuestions 15 to 19 are based on the passage you have just heard.15. What are the students mainly discussing?A．How music differs from noiseB．Sounds made by musical instrumentsC．The methods to produce antinoiseD．Why some sounds are unpleasant16. According to the conversation, what is noise?A．The complete absence of soundB．Patterns produced by sounds in natureC．Random sound with irregular wavesD．Sounds made by a computer voice17. Listen again to part of the conversation. Then answer the question.Select the sentence that best expresses how the woman probably feels.A．"I'm frustrated because I don't understand."B．"I'm glad that you know so much about music."C．"I don't agree with what you are saying."D．"I wish that I knew how to play the drums.”18. How does the man help the woman understand the meaning of "antinoise"?A．By contrasting music and antinoise.B．By reading a definition from the textbook.C．By describing the sound of a drumbeat.D．By telling her about a computer program.19. What will the woman probably do?A．Drop out of the music theory class.B．Listen to recordings of various instruments.C．Read the textbook before the next lecture.D．Use a computer to search for information.Conversation ThreeQuestions 20 to 24 are based on the conversation you have just heard.20. Why is the class discussing the technical requirements of murals（壁画）?A．They are preparing for an examination.B．They plan to visit some famous murals.C．They are helping to design a new building.D．They will be creating their own mural.21. According to the discussion, what factors should be considered in planning a mural?A．The position of the observer.B．The character of the artist.C．The distance from the lobby to the elevator.D．The colors of the paint.22. What does the instructor mean when she says this:A．A building with a mural will attract a lot of visitors.B．A mural serves the same purpose as other forms of art.C．The term "mural" has several different meanings.D．A mural is an expression of the building's character.23. What is the purpose of having an air space between the outer wall and the plaster?A．It will protect the plaster from temperature changes.B．It will give the mural a greater sense of depth.C．It will reduce the time needed for drying the plaster.D．It will eliminate the need to wash the wall frequently.24. Why does the instructor say this?A．To explain how a wall can be made strongerB．To describe the process of framing a muralC．To explain how to create an insulating air spaceD．To describe a technique for texturing a plaster wallSection CDirections: In this section, you will hear a short lecture. After the recording, questions will be asked about what was said. Choose the best answer from the four choices given by marking the corresponding letter with a single bar across the square brackets on your machine scored Answer Sheet.Questions 25 to 30 are based on the lecture you have just heard.25. How does the professor develop the topic of political parties?A．By comparing the goals of different partiesB．By promoting the views of a specific partyC．By describing parties in a two-party systemD．By explaining how to organize a party26. Listen again to part of the lecture．Then answer the question.Why does the professor say this:A．To test the students' knowledge of partiesB．To find out which party the students supportC．To introduce a point that he will makeD．To show that all states have a two-party system27. Listen again to part of the lecture．Then answer the question．What does the professor imply about political parties?A．Parties make decisions based on the interests of several organizations．B．Parties can never accomplish everything that they would like to do．C．Parties carry on their work through the efforts of unpaid volunteers．D．Parties are necessary in the exercise of democracy in national states．28. Based on the information in the lecture, answer the question:Which of the following statements is NOT true about political parties?A. They are a group of people who come together mainly for amusement.B. They organize voters and compete for support on major issues.C. They are voluntary organizations of people who agree on public policies.D. They have research offices that develop positions on important issues.29. What does the professor mean when he says this:A．It is possible to enjoy politics but dislike government at the same time.B．A political party cares about major issues, but a government doesn't care.C．Politics is about competition, while government is about responsibility.D．Elections and government are like two sides of the same coin.30. Why does the professor say this:A．To show how major parties usually deal with the same issues.B．To suggest that both parties should give education more attention.C．To contrast the philosophy and methods of opposing parties.D．To point out which party is more concerned with education.PART II Grammar (10 minutes, 10 points, 1 point each)Directions:There are ten sentences in this section. Read each sentence carefully. If there is an error, select the underlined part that is incorrect. If there is no error, choose answer D. Mark the corresponding letter with a single bar across the square brackets on your machine-scoring Answer Sheet.31. The presence of strong feeling, the cause of which ( A) is not fully understood, always has the effect (B) of making we (C) human beings uneasy. No error (D)32. I do not wish to make (A) a formal complaint, but I would have been better pleased if you gave (B) the award to the person who (C) best deserved it. No error (D)33. The tribesmen made offerings to placate (A) the they believed, were (C) angry with them. No error．(D)34. From ancient times (A), sculpture had been (B)considered the prerogative of men, and even now, in some parts of the world, women sculptors face(C) hostility and suspicion. No error(Ｄ) 35. According to Hume, it is not logic and reasoning that (A) determine (B) our actions, but(C)36. The general reported that (A), as a result of (B)be sent on peace-keeping missions this year. No error.（D）37. The ornate pillars and life-size（A）statues that the magnate has chosen(B) to adorn his swimming pool are like a Greek temple(C). No error.(D)38. After you have written (A) a definition in your vocabulary notebook, add a few (B) ways to use the word or a sentence to illustrate it's (C) meaning. No error. (D)made no mention（Ｂ）in his speech of the mechanics on whom （Ｃ）his success had depended. No error.（Ｄ）40. The new law is too（Ａ）stringent; it will be（Ｂ）（Ｃ）obeyed. No error.（Ｄ）PART III Critical Reading (50 minutes, 30 points, 1 point each)Directions:C hoose the best answer from the four choices given and mark the correspondingletter with a single bar across the square brackets on your machine-scoring AnswerSheet.1While virtually all scientists accept the principles of evolutionary theory, there remains great uncertainty concerning the mechanism of rapid and drastic change between successive species. In the past, interspecies hybridization was dismissed as a possible solution, since hybrids are rarely as vigorous as purebred species. However, current research on hybridization suggests that although some hybrids are not as virile as either of the parent species, they are often strong enough to pass their traits on. Scientists have also found hybrid species, such as certain types of corn, that are stronger than their parent species, a phenomenon known as “hybrid vigor”. These findings suggest that hybridization plays a far more important role in evolution than previously suspected.41. It can be inferred that some scientists previously believed that ________.A. the details of evolutionary theory may never be fully understoodB. hybrid plants lack the ability to reproduce by themselvesC. plants that are robust possess an evolutionary advantageD. purebred plants play a relatively minor role in evolution42. The passage implies that most scientists will adopt a theory that ________.A. includes elements about which little is knownB. cannot be proven by experimental meansC. involves ideas which will likely be disproved laterD. has limited real-world applications2Though most people know the definition of the word “boycott”, few know its origin. Named for Captain Charles Boycott, the word as we know it owes less to him than to Irish nationalist Charles Parnell. Parnell organized Irish farmers and convinced them to fix their rent rates. When Boycott refused, Parnell unleashed the power of the people. A band of hostile peasants forced the Captain’s servants to leave. There were no laborers to gather the harvest and no stablemen to ca re for the animals. Boycott was not allowed to enter stores or make purchases. Eventually, Boycott and his wife fled Ireland, and Parnell was hailed as the workingman’s hero.43. The passage is best summarized by which of the following?A. The origin of a word is explored, and an explanation for its popularity is given.B. A word is introduced, and a history of its usage is related.C. An event is described as the reason behind a shift in a word’s meaningD.A word is introduced, and the history of its coining is related.44. It can be most reasonably inferred from the passage that _______.A. Boycott’s land was not harvested that yearB. the townspeople referred to were sympathetic to the farmersC. Parnell was popular among all IrishmenD. the farmers threatened Boycott with physical harm3Passage 1:No major political election in the United States has ever been decided by one vote. In fact, a single vote contributes only about one millionth of the total result of the average statewide election. Considering how numerically insignificant a single vote is, is there any rational justification for an individual to vote? In order to answer this question, one must look past the mere numerical value of a vote. An individual’s vote is valuable as a measure of that individual’s belief in the system of government, which likewise indicates the degree to which a person feels included in the greater social order.Passage 2:When recently asked whom he voted for in the last presidential election, a friend of mine replied, “I didn’t bother.” With a rather bored shrug, and little embarrassment, my friend continued, “I t’s not like it matters. My vote wouldn’t have changed the outcome.” I couldn’t help thinking then that the argument was uncannily persuasive. If I had stayed in bed that morning, the result would likewise be exactly the same. But the argument does not hold up under scrutiny. If democracy means rule by the people, and not by any one individual, then why should the vote of just one person determine the outcome of an election? No person, no matter who he is, should be able to change the greater will of a collected group. The idea of doing so is simply undemocratic.45. Which of the following, if true, would most strengthen the hypothesis of the author of Passage1 concerning voting behavior?A. Historical documents reveal that may local elections have been decided by a single vote. B．A new study finds that many Americans feel that voting is a burdensome inconvenience. C．A poll of American citizens indicates that most citizens consider voting an important communal duty.D．V oting records show that most people who vote participate in both national and local elections.46. The author of Passage 1 would most likely conclude which of the following about the “friend”described in Passage 2?A. The friend likely feels that he is disconnected from the society in which he lives. B．Unless he changes the outcome of an election, the friend is unlikely to ever vote.C. The number of people today who act as the friend does indicates a fundamental flaw in society.D．People who don’t feel the need to vote are generally satisfied with life as it is.47. Both passages serve to discourage the ________.A．inclination of Americans to invent excuses for not votingB．tendency of voters to avoid making difficult decisionsC．valuation of a vote by its ability to decide an electionD．apathy that some voters feel about the lack of real choices48. The final sentence of Passage 2 serves to ________.A．explain the rationale behind a behavior patternB．denounce the actions of those who do not voteC．show the subtle irony of the friend’s argumentD．offer a solution to a pressing problem41 Laboratory research is at the heart of scientific life; scientists’ real work consists of testing out ideas that come to them as they ponder the mysteries of the world around them. A natural biologist walks through a city park or across a suburban lawn and is half-consciously wondering: Why two leaves instead of three? Why pink flowers instead of white? Such rumination goes on without end in a scientist’s mind, a continuous accompaniment to the rhythm of daily life. Whatever a scientist is doing—reading, cooking, talking, playing—science thoughts are always there at the edge of the mind. They are the way the world is taken in; all that is seen is filtered through an ever present scientific musing.2 How a would-be scientist decides on a discipline, settles on a problem, and goes to work is often as much a mailer of chance as it is of temperament. One can easily become a chemist or a neuroanatomist because of where one went to school or whose influence one happened to come under as because of a compelling early response to the logic of chemistry or the beauty of the human nervous system. No matter. Once the discipline is established, the problem chosen, and the scientist immersed in the work, he or she becomes as persuaded as need be of the centrality and urgency of the particular work being done. Such adaptive myopia is necessary in science because the grinding, repetitive minuteness of daily laboratory work is so time-consuming (for weeks, months, even years at a time) that, often, even to remember the original impetus for the work is a psychological trick of the highest order. To stimulate the memory back into existence with fair regularity, one must believe in the fundamental importance of what one is doing. Those who do are the most energetic, vital, exciting, and excited of scientists.3 Carol Steiner, a geneticist, comes up with a fine metaphor for how to make a working proposition of scientific mystery. “Imagine,” she says, “that you have a jigsaw puzzle with no picture printed on it. All you have are pieces you haven’t a clue how to make sense of. The pieces are your separate scientific observations. Here’s an e xample of how you might try to get a handle on the puzzle:4 “We have a microorganism with a secretory structure on one end. We know this structure is always on the same place in the cell and that the position of this structure is inherited. The question we want to answer is, how can inherited information be translated into positional information? Why in that one place and no place else? Is the genetic code involved, and if so, how? The answer will tell us how the genes work in concert with the rest of the cell to put things where they belong.5 “In order to gather pieces of the jigsaw puzzle (that is, pieces of information), we poke at the cell. We change it a little … . A specific mutation that altered the membrane structure of the cell was found to turn off the synthesis of the secretory structure. This was a piece of the jigsaw puzzle. But just one piece. Because we hadn’t a clue as to how this had happened or could happen.” Steiner indicates that there will be many further questions that will suggest experiments whose results may allow us to print pictures on the pieces of the jigsaw puzzle: “Not put the puzzle together, mind you. But help us think about what the picture will ultimately look like.”6 The realized picture on Carol Steiner’s jigsaw puzzle i s the map of gene expression laid out clearly with all roads, pathways, connecting signal points, and railway junctions marked so that any tourist can find his or her way in this beautiful country, which is confusing only when one is wandering about in ignorance—as we all are now—with a highly incomplete map.49. The primary purpose of the passage is to convey information about the ________.A. occupational hazards encountered by laboratory workers.B. problem-solving skills taught by chemists and neuroanatomistsC. professional collaboration necessary for geneticistsD. thought processes distinctive to research scientists50. In Line 1, the author characterizes “laboratory research” as something that is________.A. fundamentalB. ambitiousC. challengingD. time-consuming51. The author indicates that the process of “rumination” (paragraph 1) is________.A. subjectiveB. vexatiousC. incessantD. innovative52. In paragraph 2, “No matter” dismisses as irrelevant the means by which________.A. science students learn research skillsB. scientists choose research specialtiesC. laboratory reports explain methodologiesD. scientific knowledge is perceived by the public53. The “memory” referred to in paragraph 2 is that of the ________.A. initial fascination with a scientific goalB. steps required to establish scientific truthC. day-to-day repetitiveness of the workD. relevant training in the academic field54. The passage implies that the discovery of the “specific mutation”(paragraph 5) was most significant for________.A. demonstrating the random nature of scientific breakthroughsB. proving that multiple factors affect microorganismsC. providing a clue to the solution of a research questionD. justifying the expense of a major research project55. Which b est describes the function of Steiner’s account of her research in the overall development of the passage?A. A digression from the author’s central argumentB. A refutation of criticisms raised earlier in the passageC. An observation that challenges previous assertionsD. An example that expands upon preceding generalization51 The downslope movement of rock, mud, or other material under the influence of gravity is known as mass wasting. While the angle of the slope is a major factor in the potential for mass wasting, the slope is not the sole determiner of mass wasting events. Water plays a significant role, especially where it is plentiful during the rainy season. Earthquakes may cause rockslides, mudflows, and other mass movements. Factors such as the presence or absence of vegetation andhuman activities can also influence the potential for mass wasting.2 One way to classify mass wasting processes is on the basis of the material involved, such as rock, debris, earth, or mud. The manner in which the material moves is also important and is generally described as a fall, a slide, or a flow. A fall occurs when weathering loosens boulders from cliffs or rock faces, causing the boulders to break away and fall. A slide takes place whenever material remains fairly coherent and moves along a well-defined surface. A flow involves the movement of debris containing a large amount of water.3 Many mass wasting processes are described as slides. Rockslides occur when a coherent mass of rock breaks loose and slides down a slope as a unit. If the material involved is mostly separate pieces, it is called a debris slide. Slides are among the fastest and most destructive mass movements. Usually rockslides occur in a geologic setting where the rock layers are inclined, or where there are joints and fractures in the rock that are parallel to the slope. When such a rock unit is undercut at the base of the slope, it loses support and the rock eventually collapses. Rain or snowmelt can trigger a rockslide by wetting the underlying surface to the point that friction can no longer hold the rock in place. The fastest type of slide is a rock avalanche, in which a mass of rock literally floats on air as it moves downslope. The high speed of a rock avalanche is the result of air becoming trapped and compressed beneath the falling mass of debris, allowing it to move down the slope as a buoyant sheet.4 Mudflows are relatively rapid mass wasting events that involve soil and a large amount of water. Because of their fluid properties, mudflows follow canyons and stream channels. Mudflows often take place in semiarid mountainous regions and on the slopes of some volcanoes. Although rainstorms in semiarid regions are infrequent, they are typically heavy when they occur. When a rainstorm or rapidly melting snow creates a sudden flood, large quantities of soil and loose rock are washed into nearby stream channels because there is usually little or no vegetation to anchor the surface material. The result is a flowing mass of well-mixed mud, soil, rock, and water. The consistency of the mudflow may be similar to that of wet concrete, or it may be a soupy mixture not much thicker than muddy water. The water content influences the rate of flow across the surface. When a mudflow is dense, it moves more slowly, but it can easily carry or push large boulders, trees, and even houses along with it.5 In dry mountainous areas such as southern California, mudflows are a serious hazard to development on and near canyon hillsides. The removal of native vegetation by brush fires has increased the probability of these destructive events.Past mudflows have contributed to the buildup of fan-shaped deposits at canyon mouths. Such fans are relatively easy to build on and often have scenic views, so many have become desirable sites for residential development. However, because mudflows occur infrequently, homeowners are often unaware of the potential danger of building on the site of a previous mudflow.6 Highly fluid, fast-flowing mudflows incorporate fine-grained sediment and are common after volcanic eruptions that produce large volumes of volcanic ash. Mudflows containing volcanic debris are called lahars, a word originating in Indonesia, a region that experiences many volcanic eruptions. Lahars occur when highly unstable layers of ash and debris become saturated with water and flow down steep volcanic slopes along stream channels. In the northwestern United States, the eruption of Mount St. Helens in 1980 created several lahars that raced down the valley of the Toutle River, altering the landscape in a relatively short period.56. All of the following are given as factors in mass wasting EXCEPT ________.A．the angle of the slopeB．the presence of waterC．the absence of plantsD．the type of mineral57. The name of a mass wasting process is a reflection of ________.A．the area in which the movement occursB．the material that is moved and the way it movesC．the rate of movement relative to other processesD．the mass and volume of the material involved58. The word “trigger” in paragraph 3 is closest in meaning to ________.A．preventB．imitateC．causeD．decrease59. Why does a rock avalanche move faster than other types of rockslides?A．The rock moves over a layer of compressed air.B．The rainfall is heavy where avalanches occur.C．The rock breaks apart as it moves downslope.D．The angle of the slope is almost vertical.60. The underlined word “that” in paragraph 4 refers to ________.A．resultB．consistencyC．mudflowD．mixture61. Which sentence below best expresses the essential information in the underlined sentence in paragraph 5? Incorrect choices change the meaning in important ways or leave out essential information.A．Fire has destroyed much of the original vegetation, so mudflows are now more likely.B．More damage to vegetation is caused by brush fires than by any other natural event.C．It is necessary to remove dead and damaged vegetation after a mudflow but not after a fire.D．Fires occur frequently in areas where the vegetation has been cleared for development. 62. What can be inferred from paragraph 5 about mudflows in some parts of southern California?A．Mudflows rarely occur more than once in the same location.B．Mudflows cause the worst damage in areas that are heavily forested.C．Mudflows occur more often than other natural disasters such as fires.D．Mudflows are so dangerous because people do not expect them to occur.63. Why does the author use the word “raced” in paragraph 6 while describing the lahars caused by the eruption of Mount St. Helens?A．To show that lahars are faster than rock avalanchesB．To state ironically that lahars do not actually move quicklyC．To emphasize the fast speed of laharsD．To explain why people could not outrun the mudflows64. Look at the four squares and, which indicate where the following sentence could be。

1Man:Did you go out last night?Woman:No, I B was too tired.2Man: C Coul d I speak to Mr Brown, please?Woman: He's not here, I'm afraid.3Woman: You look stressed. What's the matter?Man:I haven't had a minute to myself D si nce I started this new course.4Man:Why are you smiling like that?Woman:It's my score in the French test. C I've never had such a good onebefore.5Woman: Do you know what I really like about the weekends?Man:What?Woman: A I don't have to get up early.6Woman: You'll never be able to settle down if you don't get a steady job.Man:But C even if I did get a steady job, I wouldn't want to settle down.7Woman: Thank you very much for fixing my bike so quickly.Man:Pleasure!Woman:Won't you consider letting me A pay you for your time?8Woman: Why on earth do you want to become a plumber?Man:Look – it's a B hi ghl y skilled job and it brings in a lot of money. 9Woman: Why do we never do anything interesting in the evenings?Man:Well, if we A had enough time, we could – but we always seem to bebusy.10Woman: Is that report ready yet?Man:Yes, I managed B t o f i ni sh it last night.11 What does the woman mean?A My daughter prefers celebrity magazines to current affairs.B My daughter is always reading newspapers and magazines.C My daughter has many newspapers in her room but never reads them.Man:Teenagers seem to be obsessed with famous people these days.Woman: Like my daughter ... she hardly ever looks at a newspaper but has a room full of celebrity magazines!12 What does the woman mean?A I'll help you if you find it difficult.B I know it won't take you long to learn.C I'm sure you'll be able to do it eventually.Man:I've never been much good at dancing.Woman: You'll pick it up in no time – take my word for it.13 The man and woman ...A are going to take the tent down later.B are going to take the tent down now.C took the tent down earlier.Woman: If only we'd taken down the tent before we left the campsite this morning. Man:Yes, but it didn't look like rain then.Woman: Oh well, let's get on with it then.14 What does the interviewer mean by his SECOND comment?AYou had a chance to succeed that you had not expected.BYou took your chance when the opportunity came.C You got the chance you deserved.Interviewer: You've had so many of your plays staged in London thatI'm afraid I've lost count.Playwright:True, but initially, my first play didn't go down very well with the producers who read it.Interviewer:And then, against all the odds, came the big chance!15 What does the man mean by his FIRST comment?A I can't understand this job.B I have to concentrate to do this job.C I no longer feel particularly challenged by this job.Man:I'll tell you what, I can do this job with my eyes closed.Woman: So time to move on then?Man:If only!16 What does the man mean by his SECOND comment?A If only I could find another job.B If only I hadn't accepted this job.C If only I had less to do in this job.Man:I'll tell you what, I can do this job with my eyes closed.Woman: So time to move on then?Man:If only!17 What does the doctor mean by his SECOND comment?A You should keep your hand dry.B You will get ill if you let your hand get dirty.CYou would be well-advised to wash your hand this week.Doctor:Now, keep this bandage on for a week and then make another appointment. Patient:OK – what about washing my hand?Doctor:That would be ill-advised.A You're being rather pessimistic.B I suppose you're trying to be funny.C You shouldn't joke about such serious matters.Man:By the time the government wake up to the real threat of global warming, we'll all have webbed feet.Woman: What a cheerful man you are!19 What does the man mean?AMost new technology can be unexpectedly difficult to use.BIt can be hard keeping up-to-date with technology.C New technology requires too much effort.Man:New technology is sometimes more trouble than it's worth. Woman: You never did like keeping up with the times.A You didn't use to like new technology.B You've always been against any kind of change.I always thought you were really keen on new technology.CMan:New technology is sometimes more trouble than it's worth.Woman: You never did like keeping up with the times.21 What does the man mean by his SECOND comment?A I'm frustrated by your attitude.B I'm afraid I can't agree with you.C I'm finding it hard to believe you.Man:I see the train drivers are preparing for strike action again next week.Woman: I don't suppose anything will come of it, though.Man:I wish I could share your optimism.22 What does the man mean?A I'm not worried about missing the start of the play.B I need to leave at 8 pm to be on time for the play.C I'm not going to miss any part of the play.Woman: Don't you need to leave now if you want to see the beginning of the play? Man:Don't worry about it. It doesn't start until 8 pm.Complete the text below. Write ONE word only into each space. There is an example (0) at the beginning.The MicrowaveThe first microwave produced for domestic use (0) was launched in 1967. This was after two decades spentmaking improvements to the first commercially-used microwave, 23t hatwas tested in arestaurant in Boston, USA, in 1945. This restaurant machine stood almost two metres high, weighed 340 kg, and cost $5,000.‘The early domestic microwaves were out of this world,’ says Elizabeth Walter, 24whoran amicrowave cookery school in London in the 1970s. 'One of the best things was that you could adjust the powerand cooking speed. We 25usedto do cakes and demonstrate how to simmer sauces, andmake casseroles. There was hardly anything you 26coul dnot do!' However, the microwave has27hadconsiderable criticism from professional cooks, in spite of its speed and efficiency. ‘I’vealways hated them,’ says a head chef at a well-known London restaurant, ‘I don’t really know28whyI feel that way. Perhaps it’s 29t hatmicrowaves represent speed and alack of skill.’ Many chefs still think this way. Nonetheless, the domestic microwave remains a standard part of the modern kitchen.30Two people are talking about a website. What does the man think of the website?A It's easy to find your way around it.B The advertising doesn't bother him.C You need to adapt it to suityour own interests.D It's reasonable that users should pay to see certain pages.31Two people are talking about a new flat (apartment). How does the woman feel about her new home?A pleased with the location of the flatB fed up with the noise from the streetC disappointed with the size of the kitchenD happy that she can spend more time at home32The man is phoning a helpline for advice. What is he phoning about?A the purpose of a partB how to order spare partsC buying a new dishwasherD downloading an instruction manual33 A woman is talking about a bicycle race she saw. What does the woman say about the race?A Seeing the race made her feel like buying a bicycle for herself.B She was impressed by the level of public interest in the race.C She found the commercial activities at the event annoying.D She was surprised at how fast the cyclists were travelling.34A woman is talking to an electrician. Which of the following is correct?A She does not want to replace the lights.B She thinks that the wiring is dangerous.C She previously ignored the electrician's advice.D She believes that the electrician is responsible for the problem.35A man is asking a friend for help. He cannot collect his daughter, Imogen, from the bus stop because …A he does not know when his meeting finishes.B because his train might be delayed.C his car has not been repaired.D he will not be home in time.36Two friends are talking about electrical equipment in the home. The managrees that ...A kitchen appliances use less electricity than some other domestic appliances.B eliminating kitchen appliances would have negative consequences.C people ought to go to restaurants instead of cooking at home.D it is not necessary to have a washing machine in the house.37 A woman is leaving a message. Why is the woman telephoning her friend?A to tell him about her catB to ask him for some helpC to apologise for being lateD to change an arrangement38A man is addressing an audience. Who is the man talking to?A parentsB studentsC kitchen staffD teaching staff39 Why is the man so pleased with the new dining room?A it could be used for social eventsB it could be used as an extra classroomC it will be a good place for food preparationD it will be a good place for students using computers40A girl is talking to her father about her homework. For history homework, the girl has to ...A do a short project.B look at some websites.C read part of a text book.D read a magazine article.41A man is talking about running his own restaurant. What does he imply about his career in the restaurant business?A If he'd accepted the airport contract, it would have been a disaster.B He had a better opportunity to learn innovative techniques working abroad.C If he'd had less adventurous menus, he wouldn't have achieved what he has.D If he'd continued working abroad, he might have been even more successful.42A man is talking about his life in music. Why did he first get involved in music?A for reasons of healthB to keep up with his friendsC as a result of pressure at schoolD because his parents wanted him to43 What is his occupation now?A a composerB a conductorC a music teacherD a member of an orchestra44A woman is talking about the influence her mother had on her. What did the woman learn from her mother about work?A a natural ability to work hardB only to work if she was getting paidC making money is the most important thingD work is something you have to accept in life。

Placement TestPlacement Test AListening testListening 11.They are discussing .A. going to a concertB. bedtimeC. clothing stylesD. musical instruments2.Sergio Mendes is playing at .A. Maxwell'sB. the DownbeatC. Symphony HallD. Guitar Wolf's3.The early show is at .A. 11:30B. 8:00C. bedtimeD. 7:004.They both want to see .A. Guitar WolfB. a rock concertC. Sergio MendesD. the 11:30 show Listening 25.The woman is telling the man about .A. an earthquake in RomaniaB. an earthquake near ChileC. a lot of deaths and injuriesD. a trip to Romania6.The man asks the woman about .A. deaths or injuriesB. ChileC. the Richter scaleD. record-breaking earthquakes7.The disaster was .A. yesterday during the dayB. yesterday during the nightC. todayD. last weekListening 38.According to the listening, Gandhi fasted .A. to help India achieve independence from BritainB. to stop the division of India into two statesC. to stop the fighting between Hindus and MuslimsD. to stop a fanatic who opposed his vision9.In 1948, Gandhi stopped eating for .A. more than one weekB. less than one weekC. a weekD. 2 days10.Gandhi's assassin .A. wanted an India where Hindus and Muslims could live together in peaceB. was against an India for both Muslims and HindusC. wanted India's independence from BritainD. thought Gandhi was a MuslimPlacement Test BListening testListening 11.The speakers are .A. at the airportB. in a hotelC. in a garageD. in a car2.They are talking about .A. a vacationB. a business tripC. a rental carD. a hotel reservation3.The agent needs to see .A. an air-conditioned carB. a driver's license and credit cardC. the airportD. a reservation4.The man is returning to the airport .A. today at 4 P.M.B. on August 14C. tomorrowD. in the morning Listening 25.Janet is looking for .A. a night tableB. some poemsC. a book by John GrishamD. something for her mom6.Lucy has been trying to read .A. a real page-turnerB. John Grisham's new bookC. a poetry bookD. a gardening magazine7.Janet is going to .A. let Lucy borrow her bookB. lend Lucy a book of poetryC. give Lucy a tipD. start reading John Grasham's new book Listening 38.Schweitzer Knew what he was going to do with his life by the time he .A. was a young manB. went to AfricaC. became a respected writerD. was a teenager9.According to the listening, some of the fields Schweitzer studied were .A. architecture and scienceB. medicine and religionC. philosophy and musicD. writing and philosophy10.After Schweitzer received the Nobel Prize, he .A. started teaching at the University of StrasbourgB. worked to find a cure for leprosyC. traveled to AfricaD. continued his medical work in AfricaPlacement TestREADINGI. Multiple Choice1. The earthquake____the morning of April 18th, 1906.A. was happened inB. happened onC. has happened inD. was happened on2. ____news we’ve just heard!A. What goodB. What a goodC. How goodD. How good a3. ____me to come in, will you?A. ShowB. AllowC. LetD. Make4. This river is dangerous ____.A. swimming inB. to be swum inC. for our’s swimmingD. to swim in5. The shop stayed____till 7 o’clock.A. openedB. openC. closeD. opening6. -Let’s listen to my new type, shall we?-_____.A. Any time will doB. It's rightC. That sounds like a good ideaD. That’s all right7. They can never make good nurses, not having the necessary____.A. practiceB. educationC. exerciseD. training8. All the rooms are____with electric lights. You’ll find them comfortable to live in.A. suppliedB. givenC. offeredD. afforded9. Of all the novels here I like this one____. It’s not interesting a t all.A. at leastB. leastC. at mostD. worst10. We finally argeed____the price of the house after a heated discussion.A. inB. withC. toD. on11. She broke her arm, but____it wasn’t the arm she writes with.A. at lastB. at leastC. at firstD. at most12. He____his whole life looking after the homeless children.A. spentB. tookC. devotedD. paid13. Please stand____at once.A. in rowsB. with rowsC. at rowD. on rowing14. There____a meeting this evening.A. will haveB. is going to haveC. hasD. is going to be15. ____the population of China in 1949?A. How many wasB. What wasC. How much wasD. What were16. I have some____learning maths.A. difficulties inB. difficulty inC. difficulties withD. difficulty on17. She smelt something .A. terriblyB. burningC. wellD. wonderfully18. My father____me____a teacher.A. made; to beB. encouraged; to beC. let; to becomeD. forced; work as19. I was____to reach for the magazine when another student took it away.A. usedB. sureC. ableD. about20. If heated to____temperature, a piece of wood will burn.A. certainB. someC. highD. sureII. Cloze TestMrs. Jones was over eighty, but she still drove her old car like a woman 21 her age. She loved driving very fast, and was proud of the fact 22 she had never, in her thirty-five years of driving, been punished 23 a driving offence.Then one day she nearly lost her record. A police car 24 her, and the policemen 25 it saw her 26 a red light without 27 . Of course, she was stopped. It seemed 28 that she would be punished.29 Mrs. Jones came up to the judge, he looked at her seriously and said that she was 30 old to drive a car, and that the 31 why she had not stopped at the red 32 was most probably that her eyes had become weak with old age, so that she had simply not seen it.When the judge had finished what he was 33 , Mrs. Jones opened the big handbag she was carrying and took out her sewing. Without saying a word, she 34 a needle with a very small eye, and threaded it at her first attempt.When she had 35 done this, she took the thread 36 the needle again and handed 37 the needle and the thread to the judge, saying, “Now it is your 38 . I suppose you drive a car, and that you are quite sure about your own 39 .”The judge took the needle and tried to thread it. After half a dozen tries, he had still not succeeded. The case against Mrs. Jones failed, and her record 40 unbroken.21. A. at B. half C. as D. double22. A. which B. when C. that D. this23. A. about B. on C. to D. for24. A. watched B. after C. followed D. ran after25. A. on B. in C. by D. beside26. A. pass B. go C. run D. rush27. A. a stop B. stopping C. stop D. running28. A. sure B. indeed C. certain D. perhaps29. A. Before B. While C. Until D. When30. A. so B. very C. too D. quite31. A. cause B. reason C. matter D. trouble32. A. light B. lamp C. sign D. one33. A. speaking B. saying C. talking D. telling34. A. took B. brought C. picked D. chose35. A. almost B. hardly C. successfully D. successful36. A. through B. out of C. out D. into37. A. both B. all C. neither D. either38. A. time B. turn C. chance D. job39. A. eye B. car C. eyesight D. feeling40. A. was B. kept C. seemed D. remainedIII. Reading ComprehensionAThey had shared a flat with Watson for two years, so they knew that he slept like a dog. Any amount of noise in the flat quite failed to wake him up if he was sound asleep. If they even rushed into his room shouting his name to the skies, the sleeping Watson would not move. Even so, they were surprised and amused when he told them about his holiday in Norfolk. He had spent nearly a week riding a bike slowly round the long coastline, sight-seeing by day and camping out each night in a different place. He slept in a sleeping bag in a small tent, which he put up usually in a corner of a field near the roadside, with his bike locked onto one of the tent poles. Well, poor Watson woke up on the fifth morning about ten o’clock and looked about to find not only his bike and the tent pole gone but also the tent and all his clothes. Watson always slept with nothing on, so now he had to walk to the nearest house dressed only in his bed, so to speak, in which he had made two holes for his feet.41. Watson’s one shortcoming was that he____.A. slept a dead sleepB. camped out at nightC. made noise to the skiesD. slept in the field42. They knew Watson’s shortcoming because they____.A. Shared the same bedB. played with him for two yearsC. worked togetherD. lived together with him43. In Norfolk,Watson slept in the sleeping bag____.A. which did not belong to himB. he brought with himC. he bought thereD. which he put up44. When Watson woke up, he found____.A. all his clothes were stolen except a short pair of trousersB. everything in the tent was goneC. he was sleeping in the open airD. he had to go to the nearest house with nothing on45. The last sentence of the paragraph tells us that Watson____.A. made two holes and made a long pair of trousers of the sleeping bagB. put his feet out of the bed through the two holes and used the bed as his clothesC. sent his two feet out because the bed was too small for him to stay inD. made two holes so that he could easily carry the bed to the nearest houseBOn the evening of June 21, 1992, a tall man with brown hair and blue eyes entered th e beautiful hall of the Bell Tower Hotel in Xi’an with his bicycle. The hotel workers received him and telephoned the manager, for they had never seen a bicycle in the hotel hall before though they lived in “the kingdom of bicycles”.Robert Friedlander, an American, arrived in Xi’an on his bicycle trip across Asia which started last December in New Delhi, India.When he was 11, he read the book Marco Polo and made up his mind to visit the Silk Road. Now, after 44 years, he was on the Silk Road in Xi’an and his early dreams were coming true.Robert Friedlander’s next destinations were Lanzhou, Dunhuang, Urumqi, etc. He will complete his trip in Pakistan.46. The best title for this newspaper article would be____.A. The Kingdom of BicyclesB. A Beautiful Hotel in Xi’anC. Marco Polo and the Silk RoadD. An American Achieving His Aims47. The hotel workers told the manager about Friedlander coming to the hotelbecause____.A. he asked to see the managerB. he entered the hall with a bikeC. the manager had to know about all foreign guestsD. the manager knew about his trip and was expecting him48. Friedlander is visiting the three countries in the following order____.A. China, India, and PakistanB. India, China, and PakistanC. Pakistan, China, and IndiaD. China, Pakistan, and India49. What made Friedlander want to come to China?A. The stories about Marco Polo.B. The famous sights in Xi’an.C. His interest in Chinese silk.D. His childhood dreams about bicycles.50. Friedlander can be said to be____.A. cleverB. friendlyC. hardworkingD. strong-minded WRITINGNowadays, it becomes more and more important to learn English well. Why? Do you think it's easy to learn English well? How do you learn it? Give us your own ideas with the title of English Learning. (100 words)Answer SheetName: Date:PLACEMENT TEST AListening Test1-5 6-10 PLACEMENT TEST BListening Test1-5 6-10 READINGI. Multiple Choice1-5 6-10 11-15 16-20 II. Cloze Test21-25 26-30 31-35 36-40 III. Reading Comprehension41-45 46-50 WRITINGANSWER KEYS: PLACEMENT TEST A1-5 AB BC A 6-10 AAC B B PLACEMENT TEST B1-5 AC B BD6-10 C AAB DREADINGI. Multiple Choice1-5 BA B DB 6-10 C DABD11-15 B AAD B 16-20 B B BDA II. Cloze Test21-25 BC DC B 26-30 ABC DC31-35 BA BDC36-40 BA BC D III. Reading Comprehension41-45 AD BC B 46-50 DB BA D。

cept reading and listening 评级
CEPT（Cambridge English Placement Test）阅读和听力部分的评级是根据考生的成绩来确定的。

CEPT测试是一种在线自适应测试，主要测试孩子的英语阅读和听力，考试时间在40-50分钟，满分是50分。

在完成CEPT测试后，考试系统会根据考生的答题情况自动调整题目难度，并生成相应的分数。

考生的成绩分为听力部分分数（Listening）、阅读部分分数（Reading）以及整体分数（Overall）。

整体分数后还有对应的CEFR Level，这是全球语言测试公认的权威体系，欧洲语言框架的一部分。

根据CEFR的水平等级，CEPT的阅读和听力评级可以分为以下几个等级：
•Level A1：这是最低的等级，表示考生的英语水平非常初级，需要进一步的学习和提高。

•Level A2：这个等级比A1稍高一些，表示考生有了一些基本的语言技能，可以进行简单的日常交流和阅读简单的英文材料。

•Level B1：这个等级表示考生已经具备了中级的语言水平，可以应对一些较复杂的英语阅读和听力任务，如理解长篇文章、听懂较为复杂的听力材料等。

•Level B2：这个等级比B1更高，表示考生已经具备了较高的语言水平，可以应对大部分的英语阅读和听力任务，包括理解复杂的英语文章、听懂学术讲座等。

•Level C1：这是最高的等级，表示考生的英语水平已经非常高，能够流利地使用英语进行交流、阅读和听力。

需要注意的是，CEPT的评级是根据考生的成绩相对其他考生来确定的，而不是与固定的标准进行比较。

因此，考生的成绩和评级可能会因考试难度和其他因素的影响而有所不同。

University of the West of England,BRISTOLENGLISH LANGUAGE PLACEMENT TEST[Note: this test is to be used for placement purposes only and is not intended to be a diagnostic instrument.]The test consists of 2 parts. The first part lasts for 1 hour and the secondpart for 90 minutes. For part 1 write your answers on the answer sheet provided. For part two write your answers on the question paper.Part 1SECTION ONE:Choose the best word or phrase to complete the following sentences. Recordyour answer on the answer sheet provided.1. John said that he he would see us next week.a. wantedb. wishedc. hopedd. intended2. The new Engineering Department is to be sited therefectory.a. nextb. closec. adjacentd. near3. Since their move south they have found it very hard toends meet.a. makeb. havec. dod. see4. The new cars were very in both shape and design.a. identicalb. samec. liked. similar5. If you take a young baby to the beach it is always best to provide some.a. shadesb. shadowc. shadyd. shade6. I would hardly consider ￡300 for that old car to be a .a. dealb. bargainc. valued. price7. As a result of the terrible weather, the bus had a great deal ofin reaching its destination.a. problemb. aggravationc. strifed. difficulty8. In spite of the best efforts of the driver, he failed to avoid runningthe dog.a. awayb. acrossc. downd. up9. Under no should children be permitted to enter thegarage.a. circumstancesb. timesc. situationsd. occasions10. The good thing about the University is that it has a veryattitude towards its students and their academic progress.a. hardb. dullc. seriousd. important11. I do wish Ian would down and get a decent job!a. nestleb. snugglec. setd. settle12. From the top of the building you get a terrific of theentire city.a. viewb. sightc. visiond. look13. I'm sorry, but I have no where I left the book.a. clueb. thoughtc. understandingd. idea14. You must leave here now if you want to get to the airport.a. onb. byc. ind. from15. Unfortunately there is no such thing as a state forthose who have retired in this country.a. cashb. pensionc. awardd. grant16. The children were very excited and it was very difficult to make certainthat they all got a fair of the food.a. bitb. cutc. sliced. share17. For goodness' , stop making that terrible noise!a. stopb. stylec. showd. sake18. The of unemployed people has increased alarmingly overthe past three or four years.a. numberb. ratec. stated. size19. I'm sorry to say this but your tie really doesn't thatshirt.a. fitb. goc. agreed. suit20. It has taken her years to the tragic death of herhusband.a. get throughb. get overc. get acrossd. get away21. He didn't stealing the money until he was in prison.a. acceptb. admitc. agreed. consent22. The new telephone has a very interesting .a. figureb. shapec. pland. form23. Would it be possible for me to your dictionary over theweek-enda. borrowb. hirec. rentd. lend24. The was very cheap but could be used to make a verygood quality shirt.a. clothesb. clothsc. clothd. clothing25. The bomb scare caused a long to the televisionbroadcast.a. gapb. intervalc. stopd. interruptionSECTION TWO:Complete this passage by writing ONE WORD ONLY in the numbered spaces below.Record your answers in the answer sheet.Society has at __________ [26] woken up to the problem of the many old__________ [27] who are living in deprivation in the midst [28] plenty for we are still a rich society. Society's sleeping conscience has [29] stirred by many factors, notablythe activities of groups such [30] Age Concern, Helpthe Aged [31] the National Corporation for the Careof Old People. The publication of a government report[32] the problems of old people in 1979 was a great[33] forward. However, the difficulties faced by the supporters of[34] people - relatives, friends and neighbours - are stilllargely ignored; indeed it is [35] uncommon to hearprofessionals working with elderly people claim that "families don't care[36] old people nowadays" and that the "community doesn'tcare”. This has [37] been our experience. In thecourse of our work we have come across many cases [38]friends, neighbours, and, most of [39], relatives,bearing such a burden that their own health has been broken in caring[40] their elders.Adapted from Take Care of Your Elderly Relative, Gray and McKenzie, Allenand Beakonsfield, 1980SECTION THREE:Choose the best word or phrase to complete the following sentences. Recordyour answers in the answer sheet.41. Surely it is a foregone that the Americans will win thecup.a. propositionb. conclusionc. predictiond. precept42. The number of students on the course is on the size ofthe lecture theatre.a. relatedb. consequentc. regulatedd. dependent43. My mother's old wedding dress had been from generationto generation.a. handed downb. handed outc. handed throughd. handed in44. The result of the glut of tomatoes on the market has been todown their price.a. throwb. slowc. taked. bring45. Each time the wind destroyed the web the spider had to start again from.a. beginningb. againc. blankd. scratch46. Charles had never experienced failure: it was well known that he wasrich.a. whollyb. completelyc. extremelyd. mainly47. Allan went to a lot of trouble and to arrange hissister's surprise party.a. cashb. money d. expense48. The attractive thing about the manager is that he is the sort of personwho for what he believes in.a. stands byb. stands upc. stands tod. stands out49. His decision to leave the company at this stage is nothingof ridiculous!a. shortb. lessc. thand. far50. Watching him on the dance-floor, it was clear that he reallyhimself as something special.a. preferred c. thought d. fancied51. The situation for the company looked promising so he took what he thoughtwas a calculated and invested almost all his capital.a. riskb. venturec. chanced. opportunity52. English food is far from exciting but, in time, you maya taste for it.a. becomeb. feelc. extractd. acquire53. Our Beginners' Course no previous knowledge of thesubject.a. allowsb. offersc. providesd. assumes54. After a quick at the food in the oven, he answered thetelephone.a. glimpseb. studyc. stared. glance55.Dr Lever was always very in her examination of patients.a. thoroughb. exhaustingc. intensed. concentrated56. He wrote to his employers pointing out that his salaryno relation to the amount of work he did.a. statedb. heldc. gaved. bore57. The new manager was extremely quick in exerting his authoritythe workforce.a. overb. throughc. ind. for58. They have been unable to on a name for the new company.a. compileb. thinkc. composed. decide59. I would have stayed with my uncle but I did not want toupon him and his family.a. interfereb. imposec. invaded. disturb60. It would be unwise to jump conclusions: let's wait until wehave all the facts.a. atb. throughc. ond. to61. On their first date together he was with nerves.a. frozenb. embarrassedc. shyd. overcome62. Her imprisonment great disappointment to her family.a. madeb. providedc. causedd. had63. While he was alive no-one admired his work, but itbecame clear that he was extremely talented.a. in timeb. in the aftermathc. in truthd.in place64. Regardless of how we think we are, we probably allbreak the law at some stage in our lives.a. legalb. legitimatec. loyald. law-abiding65. It was the last straw for Tom when he was for apromotion at work.a. passed overb. passed onc. passed throughd. passed offSECTION FOUR:Complete this passage by writing ONE WORD ONLY in the numbered spaces. Record your answers in the answer sheet.Since the increasing divorce [66] has produced a highernumber of broken [67], the effect on the children isquite [68] a topic of interest. Studies show,[69], that many children from intact homes suffer[70] family insecurity and emotional deprivation. Conversely many children from broken homes [71] happy and normal lives.On this issue it is interesting to look at the kibbutz in Israel where the[72] of children is a communal rather[73] a parental responsibility. The kibbutz is a self-contained agriculturalcommunity. Within [74] the family is[75] a separate unit. Each child belongs to a group of[76] own age. Children visit their parents [77] about twohours [78] day. Community care of the children is intended to give [79] and women equal status and freedom to[80] their full part in the work and life of the kibbutz.(from Sociology for Everyone, by Martin Joseph, Polity,1990)University of the West of England,BRISTOLSECTION ONE 45 minutesIn this section there are 8 texts which have had half of some words removed.Complete the words by writing the missing half in the gaps provided. Thenumber of letters given indicates the length of the word. Thus if oneletter is given, the word will have two or three letters in total. If twoletters are given, then the word will have a total of four or five letters,and so on. You must spell the words correctly.Here is an example:In t_________ modern a_________ people d_________ not ha_________ tome_________ face t_________ fa ce t_________ communicate wi_________ ea ch ot_________ .The complete version is:In t he modern a ge people d o not ha ve to me et face t o face t o communicatewi th each ot her.1. GeographyThe UK is located on a group of islands known as the British Isles, whichlie between the Atlantic Ocean and the North Sea, northwest of France. Ati_________ widest t_________ UK i_________ 300 mi_________ across a_________ 600 mi________ from No_________ to So_________. It sha_________a sin_________ land bor_________ with the Irish Repu_________. Despite i_________ relatively sm_________ size t_________ UK boa_________ incredibly var_________ and of_________ very beau_________ scenery, fr_________ the mountains and valleys of the North and West to the rollinglandscape of the South, and from downland and heath to Fens and marshland.2. UK Passport ServiceA new passport office that has opened in London will help the UK PassportService provide a much better service to customers who need a passport urgently. The n_________ office ru_________ on a_________ appointment-onlyba_________, removing t_________ need f_________ a len_________ wait bef_________ being se_________. The n_________ building, Globe House repl_________ the Petty France off_________, which af_________ 50 ye_________ of conti_________ service, h_________ now clo_________ its do_________.The London Passport Office h_________ the capa_________ to issue 5000 passports weekly.3. Record employmentLatest employment figures show that there are million people in work. Work& Pensions Secretary Alistair Darling said this showed the UK labour markethas coped well so far with the current international economic uncertainty.Mr Darling said: "Employment cont_________ to ri_________, with th_________month's fig_________ showing a rec_________ mil_________ people i_________work. Th_________ are 65,000 mo________ people i_________ work th_________last qua_________ and 252,000 mo_________ than la_________ year. Alth__________ both meas_________ of unempl_________ have ri_________ slightly, th_________ are st_________ significantly lower than they were ayear ago." The latest claimant count figures, for the month on Dec 13 2001,show a rise of 3,200 on the previous month. At 963,500 claimants, it remains 70,000 lower than this time last year.4. Government consults on plans to modernise animal welfarePlans to review, modernise and simplify outdated laws on animal welfare have been announced by the Government. Animal wel_________ groups, lo________ authority represe_________, courts, pol________ andindu_________ are t_________ be cons_________ in wh_________ willb_________ a f_________ reaching rev_________ drawing toge_________ the enviro_________ and indus_________ concerns o_________ animal wel_________.The Department for the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA) wantst_________ hear vi_________ on t_________ existing 11 Acts of Parliament gove_________ the welfare of pets and farm animals.The Department is considering the possibility of a new animal welfare bill, pulling togethercurrent legislation and closing loopholes.5. Government is going in right direction on crime says BlunkettThe chances of being a victim of crime are at their lowest level for 20 years - despite the worrying increases in mobile phone robbery - Home Secretary David Blunkett said today in a speech to a residents group in Sheffield. This i_________ being achi_________ through mas_________ Government inves_________ not ju_________ in t_________ police ser_________but i_________ education, emplo_________, neighbourhood a_________ community ren_________, the devel_________ of comm_________ partnershipsa_________ record lev_________ of spen_________ on cr_________ reduction.I_________ his fi_________ major spe_________ of 2002 Mr Blunkett said theGovernment is delivering on its promises on crime, speeding up youth justice and targeting persistent offenders.6. School for heroesThe internationally acclaimed Fire Services College in Gloucestershire is widely regarded as the best fire college in the world. The si_________, afor_________ airfield wh_________ once laun_________ Wellington bom_________ for ra_________ on Germany, w_________ recently trans_________from t_________ Home Office t_________ the Fire Services. A_________ suchi_________ its reput_________ that peo_________ come fr_________ as f_________ away a_________ China a_________ Trinidad t_________ sharpen u_________ their leadership skills. Even fire chiefs from the other side ofthe world have attended as College students.7. Winston ChurchillWinston Churchill was a politician, a soldier, an artist, and the 20th century's most famous and celebrated Prime Minister. His fat_________ wasLord Randolph Churchill, a Ninet_________ Century To_________ politician.He w_________ educated a_________ Harrow a_________ at Sandhurst Royal Military College, af_________ which h_________ saw ser_________ in India a_________ the Sudan, a_________ acted off- _________ as a w_________ correspondent. He le_________ the ar_________ in 1899 t_________ take u_________ politics, b_________ first trav_________ to South Africa a_________ a journalist.8. Bristol City CouncilPlans for an ambitious ￡230 million regeneration of south Bristol were approved by Bristol City Council's cabinet on Thursday February 28th 2002.Centred o _________ the Hengrove a_________ Hartcliffe ar_________ of Engl_________ eighth lar_________ city, t_________ scheme wi_________ create ov_________ 3,000 jo_________ and 740 ho_________ and pro_________ ara_________ of n_________ leisure a_________ educational facil_________. The pro_________ will pro_________ an exci_________ opportunity f_________south Bristol t_________ become home to a range of businesses that can provide attractive jobs with training for local people - and offers the possibility of a strong social economy, including co-operatives, communitybusinesses and other innovative solutions.PART TWO 45 minutesPresent a written argument to an educated audience on the following statement.The internet is dangerous and needs to be controlled by national governments.Write about 250 words.Write your essay below.____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________。

2023年6月天津第二次英语高考试题+答案详解（试题部分）一、单项选择1.—Is Mr.Pearl available,please?—_________.I'll just see if he is in the office.A.After youB.Hang onC.With pleasureD.Go ahead2.We_________bother with details,for our teammates will do everything in their power to help us.A.mustn’tB.daren’tC.needn’tD.can’t3.The bottle is quite difficult to open;the_________is to pour hot water on it first.A.focusB.targetC.functionD.trick4.—Is it all right if I leave a bit earlier?——_________.I can finish the report on my own.A.Sure thingB.Help yourselfC.Forget itD.That depends5.Athletes should make_________preparation,both physical and psychological,before entering a big race.A.adequateB.slightC.identicalD.rough6.I really want to go to a place for the summer vacation,________especially with beautiful scenery and unique culture.A.itB.thatC.thisD.one7.The wooden tower that_________will be open to tourists soon,and the work is almost finished.A.is being restoredB.is restoredC.is restoringD.restores8._________you are old enough to make your own judgement,you should start to pursue your career.A.Even ifB.As thoughC.Ever sinceD.Now that9._________several adjustments to the design for two months,the engineer eventually succeeded in building a highly efficient system.A.TryingB.TriedC.Having triedD.Having been tried10.On April22every year,people around the world mark Earth Day by_________the environment.A.adapting toB.benefiting fromC.caring forD.relying on11.People who value their privacy are concerned about_________Google might do with the information it is gathering.A.thatB.whatC.whyD.how12.China is a shining example for the global community to follow_________developing green industry to fight climate change.A.in addition toB.in return forC.in terms ofD.in agreement with13.The Palace Museum has the most remarkable collection of fine clocks in the world,mainly_________from Europe and China.A.originatingB.originatedC.being originatedD.having originated二、完型填空There are moments when strangers’lives collide(碰撞)by accident,and even though they may never see each other again,they’re changed forever.These can be moments when true character is___14___,often through acts of kindness and generosity of unlikely heroes.Not long ago,I was a(n)___15___to that kind of moment.On a summer midnight,my parents and I hadjust___16___a long flight and started to walk through the empty airport when I saw a passenger suddenly fall to the ground.We___17___ran toward him.My parents,who are doctors,dropped everything and began tryingto___18___what had happened.As they asked him questions and searched for a(n)___19___information card,other passengers from the flight joined us.My parents___20___that the man was hypoglycaemic(低血糖的)and in major need of sugar.___21___,the only thing we could find was a protein bar.We were___22___it would not be enough to save him.Just then,a young boy,Mecca,arrived at the____23____with the flight attendants(空乘人员).He quietly announced,“I have a Snickers(士力架巧克力)!”Nobody responded to him as they were in the____24____of trying to save a stranger's life.Mecca dug deep into his backpack,and____25____a Snickers.He then handed it to my father,who was trying to manage with the protein bar.Within seconds of the Snickers replacing the protein bar,the man regained____26____.Mecca,a fourth grader, ____27____this stranger's life!No one could have guessed that earlier that night,Mecca had just been through a____28____time.His father's flight was unexpectedly canceled,____29____him to fly alone.He had never flown by himself before and was very nervous.His grandmother filled his backpack with candy to make him a little less____30____.When we told Mecca's parents of his____31____actions,they smiled from ear to ear.They were surprised that he had saved some candy and was able to think about the candy during the____32____.As time goes on,I remain____33____by the experience of witnessing a nine-year-old save a stranger's life. Even today Mecca's kindness continues to make me smile.14.A.created B.revealed C.introduced D.preserved15.A.witness B.visitor C.match D.exception16.A.caught B.confirmed C.gotten off D.put off17.A.safely B.accidentally C.casually D.immediately18.A.get across B.figure out C.take down D.bring up19.A.medical B.financial cational itary20.A.recalled B.determined C.admitted D.guaranteed21.A.Instead B.Therefore C.Otherwise D.However22.A.worried B.confused C.embarrassed D.annoyed23.A.station B.destination C.scene D.department24.A.chaos B.possession C.habit D.direction25.A.gave away B.set aside C.pulled out D.kept off26.A.memory B.appetite C.independence D.consciousness27.A.risked B.saved C.sacrificed D.respected28.A.proper B.tough C.enjoyable D.mysterious29.A.forcing B.urging C.reminding D.permitting30.A.guilty B.anxious C.sensitive D.doubtful31.A.modest B.ambitious C.heroic D.confident32.A.flight B.operation C.performance D.emergency33.A.relieved B.puzzled C.frustrated D.inspire三、阅读理解Passage1(2023年第二次，A)Welcome to UCLA Exchange Program!Let’s get started by checking out Student Guide for your academicjourney!Signing up for ESL(English as a Second Language)ESL courses are designed to help international students improve academic English language skills.Enrollment (课程注册)priority is given to degree students.If space is available,you may enroll.You will then be asked to take an ESL Placement Test.The test results will help you choose the class that is appropriate for you.Changing Your Course Enrollment ListYou may change your class schedule during the first two weeks of the term by adding or dropping courses from your enrollment list.After the second week of classes,there will be a charge for each schedule change. Students often attend classes in which they are not enrolled on the first day of instruction to try adding this new course to the list,as other students may have dropped it.Withdrawing from CoursesIf you choose to drop a course,you must follow the UCLA procedures for removing it from your schedule.If you forget to officially drop that course,a“F”(Fail)grade will be registered on your record at the end of the term. If,at a later date,you wish to apply for a job or graduate school where an official copy of your UCLA record is required,it will be to your advantage to provide an impressive academic record.Taking ExamsSome instructors choose to put previous test papers on library reserve,making them available to all students. These exams,which students commonly use for practice,can give you an idea of how instructors ask questions and what they regard as relevant material.You can also access the exams online.34.Exchange students can enroll in the ESL course if they________.A.have done well in the placement testB.are asked to improve their English skillsC.find a vacancy after degree students’enrollmentD.have completed UCLA’s registration procedures35.An ESL Placement Test is aimed to________.A.improve the students’language skillsB.encourage the students to answer questionsC.put the students in a class that fits themD.help the students apply for a degree36.What is the deadline for a free enrollment list change?A.The day when the class is full.B.The first day of instruction.C.The first week of the class.D.The end of the second week.37.What should exchange students do if they choose to stop taking a course?A.Seek assistance from UCLA officials.B.Go through the procedures to drop it.C.Present past academic records to UCLA.D.Make a request to the Registration Office.38.Working on previous tests helps students________.A.imitate the way that their instructors write test questionsB.learn how questions are asked and what they are based one up with new ideas about how testing relates to teachingD.narrow down to what has not yet been covered in online testsPassage2(2023年第二次，B)I looked through the window of the charming little violin shop,and my heart began to race.I'd been out to dinner that evening.Since it wasn't dark yet after the meal,I decided to walk home from the restaurant.I had traveled that way before,yet I had never noticed that old little shop.But that night I felt drawn to the violin shop the moment I came across it.I wiped the dirt from the window to get a better look inside.Several violins hung from the dark walls,quietly waiting to be chosen.As my eyes rested on them,I felt as though I were looking through a window into my own past.My childhood was all about the pursuits I had attempted,most of which had been chosen by Mom.She was like,“Join the swim team,Tara.Your sister is a good swimmer;surely you will be,too.”What she refused to acknowledge,however,was that I was visibly afraid of water.Every Saturday I begged Mom not to make me go to the swim meet,but had little chance of success.That said, with a bang of the starting gun,I would dive into the cold water with all my strength and swim to the other side of the pool as fast as I could,only to find that the other swimmers slid past me.I would have given it up if I had not heard my father's encouraging shouts to cheer me on.When at last my hand would grab the edge of the pool,he would always be there with a warm,dry towel,telling me how proud he was of my desperate efforts.Then came a turning point in my life the day our school orchestra(管弦乐队)visited my class,and gave a demonstration.The drums annoyed me.The flutes(笛子)bored me.But the violin…ah,the violin.It made the sweetest sound I'd ever heard!My heart was dancing along with its flowing tune.For the first time in my life,I went so wild with joy.Tightly holding the permission slip from the orchestra director,I ran all the way home after school,and shakily handed it to my parents with a fear that they might dismiss my desire.They didn't.Mom was thrilled to see me finally excited about something,and Dad winked(眨眼示意)at me while eagerly signing the slip.I began practicing the violin with great passion,and rose quickly in ability.Before long I had won the first seat in the community orchestra…39.What did the sight of the violins in that little shop bring to Tara's mind?A.Her miserable past.B.An unforgettable sport event.C.The stories behind the violins.D.Her childhood memory.40.What Dad did for Tara during the swimming competition implies that he is________.A.mindless and bad-temperedB.caring and supportiveC.strict and demandingD.tolerant and sympathetic41.What fascinated Tara during her school orchestra's demonstration?A.The tune of the flutes.B.The beat of the drums.C.The sound of the violin.D.The manner of the musicians.42.What enabled Tara to win the first seat in the community orchestra?A.The steady improvement in her taste.B.Her strong desire for success.C.Her natural gift for music.D.The rapid progress in her ability.43.What message does Tara's story convey?A.It's never too young to learn.B.A passionate interest works wonders.C.Hard work will pay off in the long run.D.Like mother,like daughter.Passage3(2023年第二次，C)Getting the“side-eye”look from your dog can make it seem like they are making a judgement about you,and some new studies suggest they really could be.The ability to judge others’intentions is an indicator of possessing“theory of mind”which was once thought to be unique to humans.However,new studies have shown that dogs can read human behaviour and have a preference to people who are more friendly or generous with food.One such study published in2023aimed to see if dogs can tell the difference between humans who are “unwilling”or“unable”to give them a treat.96dogs were involved in both“unwilling”and“unable”scenarios(情境)designed for the study.Both scenarios involved a dog being placed on one side of a glass screen with small holes in it at nose-height,and an experimenter standing on the other.In the‘unwilling’scenario,the experimenter would hang a piece of sausage in front of the screen in a‘teasing’(戏耍的)manner,and approach one of the holes. But instead of passing it through the hole to the dog,they would then pull it out of its reach.For the“unable”scenario,the experimenter would again move the treat towards the hole while the dog watched,but“accidentally”drop it before they could pass it through.The researchers observed that the dogs were much more patient,making more eye contact and staying closer to the screen after the“unable”scenario played out.In the“unwilling”scenario,however,the dogs looked at the experimenter less often,sat,lay down and wandered around more frequently.Another study from2021tested for“theory of mind”in dogs in a similar way,but the dogs were able to walk round the screen to obtain the treat after witnessing the experimenter’s“unwilling”or“unable”behaviour.The main finding was that the dogs approached the experimenter significantly sooner in the unable scenario than in the unwilling scenario.However,the researchers of the2023study challenged that the food dropped on the floor in the clumsy(笨拙的)manner might have motivated the dogs to approach the experimenter considering that they probably often obtain food dropped on the floor in their daily lives.Now,more evidence has been provided that dogs distinguish between similar actions associated with different intentions.But how exactly they acquire such intention-reading abilities will be an exciting topic for future research.44.What is one of the new research findings according to Paragraph2?A.Dogs also have“theory of mind”.B.Dogs prefer food from generous people.C.Human behaviours are mostly intentional.D.Friendly animals can get food more easily.45.What did the experimenter do in the“unwilling”scenario in the2023study?A.They acted awkwardly while feeding the dog.B.They pretended to walk slowly away from the dog.C.They teased the dog by fixing the treat to the screen.D.They pulled the sausage beyond the dog’s reach.46.How did the dogs of the2023study respond to the“unable”behaviour?A.By moving closer to the experimenter.B.By keeping wandering around.C.By ignoring the experimenter.D.By lying still on the floor47.How does the experiment design of the2021study differ from that of2023?A.The dogs can watch the experimenter.B.The dogs can go to the other side of the screen.C.The dogs’responses are under close observation.D.The dogs’habitual behaviours are under analysis.48.What do the dogs’different responses in“unwilling”and“unable”scenarios suggest?A.Dogs can tell“being friendly”from“being mean”B.Dogs’intelligence is gradually evolving.C.Dogs’intentions can be easily identified.D.Dogs are a lot more emotional than other animals.Passage4(2023年第二次，D)Storytelling is an ancient art form that has been used to hand down legends,tales and factual stories.Perhaps the first thing that springs to mind when you think of storytelling is the fantasy land that took shape in your mind while Mom or Dad told you stories about princes,castles and monsters,with a unique voice for each character.Storytelling does not just take place at bedtime or round a campfire,however.It can take some other forms,either via the books we read or the films we watch.But they usually have some elements in common:rather than a list of dry facts,stories have plots and they introduce characters.We respond to stories,particularly when there is emotional detail.And unlike what we suppose,storytelling is not just a form of entertainment,but a form of learning as well. Long before reading and writing became widely spread and available,oral storytelling had already been a form that the wisdom and knowledge of the people were passed down from elders to children.A good story engages our curiosity,emotions and imagination.Storytelling helps with learning also because stories are easy to remember.Research has found that learning obtained from a well-told story is remembered more accurately,and for far longer,than from facts and figures.And above all,stories have a transformative power to allow us to see the world in a different way than we do if we just encounter it on our own.Stories are an entry point to understanding a different experience of the world.This aspect of storytelling-presenting a different perspective of the world—is important when it comes to connecting with each other.It gives us an opportunity to learn from another person’s experience and it can shape, strengthen or challenge our opinions and values.So,when someone tells us their own personal story,we catch a glimpse(瞥见)of a view of the world that may be slightly or significantly different from our own.When we see the world as they see it,or walk in their shoes,the experience can inspire empathy(共情；同理心)with them.49.What occurs to us the moment we think of“storytelling”?A.A child's imaginary world.B.Voices of Mom or Dad.C.An ancient art form.D.Factual stories.50.What are the common elements in all forms of storytelling according to the author?A.Form and style.B.Facts and figures.C.Emotional and physical details.D.A series of events and characters.51.Why does storytelling work better than mere statement of facts in promoting learning?A.It carries more wisdom and knowledge.B.It is more widely available to young learners.C.It satisfies our imagination and releases our emotions.D.It makes what is learned more precise and longer lasting.52.How can other people’s personal stories probably benefit us?A.By offering us more opportunities to know people.B.By helping us stay connected with the contemporary world.C.By allowing us to understand the world the way they see it.D.By enabling us to tell reality from imagination.53.What makes the best title for the passage?A.The History of StorytellingB.The Power of StorytellingC.The Forms of StorytellingD.The Art of Storytelling阅读表达(2023年第二次)阅读表达Herman Cruse,a school bus driver from New Jersey,has been with Middle Township Public Schools for the past nine years.He believes bus drivers are the eyes and ears of students when they're away from home and they have a gift to discern what kids are feeling.During one morning ride,Cruse noticed a kindergartner seemed a little sad.When Cruse asked him what was wrong,the boy explained that he wasn't able to complete his reading assignment because his parents were busy with his four siblings(兄弟姐妹).An idea suddenly crossed Cruse's mind.“Listen,if you don't mind,I'd like to come to the school and read with you.”he said.After receiving permission from the boy's teacher,Alex Bakley,Cruse showed up at her classroom the following week.When he walked in,the boy shouted proudly,“Hey,that's my bus driver!”They went into a quiet corner and began reading ter,a second student wanted to read with him,then a third.All the kids went to the teacher asking,“Can I read with Mr.Herman?”Cruse now volunteers to help kindergarten students with reading two days a week,and on a third day,he instructs the school's first-and second-graders.After dropping the kids off at school,of course.Every child looks up to Cruse,both on and off the school bus.“Herman is super positive and he's a bright light at our school who makes every child feel loved and heard.”said Bakley.For Cruse,what started out as a way to kill time has now developed into a way to make a difference in the heart of a child.He used to go to the gym or library after delivering students to schools.It wasn't until he offered to help the boy on the bus that he realized there was something more rewarding he could be doing.It's a joy for him tosee the kids get excited when they learn to sound out words.He loves how reading opens up a new world for them.54.What does the underlined word mean in Paragraph1?(1word)____________________________________________________________55.Why did the boy on the bus look a little upset?(no more than11words)____________________________________________________________56.What help does Cruse offer after delivering students to schools?(no more than12words)____________________________________________________________57.Why does Cruse think his voluntary work is rewarding according to the last paragraph?(no more than16 words)____________________________________________________________58.Who's“a bright light”in your life?Please explain in your own words.(no more than20words)____________________________________________________________书面表达59.假设你是晨光中学的学生李津，通过交换生项目在英国某中学就读，校方为加强中英文化交流，将举办“中国工坊”活动。

1Man: C What's wrongWoman: I don't feel very well.2Woman:I'll be back in the office early on Monday.Man:Right. C Have a good weekend, then.3Husband: Shall I prepare the vegetables for dinnerWife:Yes, but be careful not to cut D yourself, the knife's sharp.4Man:Do you spell your name with A or without an 'e' Woman: It's Anne with an 'e'.5Woman:How far is A it to the bus stopMan:Only about five minutes' walk.6Man:What did you think of Paul'sgirlfriendWoman:I thought she was C quite nice, but she talks all the time.7Woman: Come in –you look a bit cold.Man:Thanks –the wind's so strong it nearly blew my hat B off.8Woman: Michael looks fed up.Man:Yes, he's just been C grumbling about his new promotion. Woman: What's the problem Isn't he getting enough money9Woman: I've got loads of old discs in my cupboard.Man:What are you going to do with themWoman:I don't know – it seems like A just as we get used toone thing,something new comes along!10Woman: Can you tell me where the nearest garage isMan:Turn right C at the next crossroads. You can't miss it.Woman: Thanks.11 What does the woman meanA I think it's a great idea.B I think you're unlikely to succeed.C I don't think you should do that immediately.Man:I'm going to throw my hat in the ring for the Managing Director job. What do you thinkWoman:Well, to be honest, I think it's a bit of a long shot.12 What does theman mean by his SECOND commentA I'm frustrated by your attitude.B I'm afraid I can't agree with you.C I'm finding it hard to believe you.Man:I see the train drivers are preparing for strike action again next week.Woman: I don't suppose anything will come of it, though.Man:I wish I could share your optimism.13 What does the mother meanA I don't want you to do that.B I'm not saying anything about this.C Not until we have talked about this.Son:Mum – I've decided I'm going to hitch-hike round Europe!Mother: Not if I have anything to say about it.14 What does the man meanA It's losing a lot of money.B It's bringing in a lot of money.C It's hardly making any money.Man:Timothy's business seems to be thriving.Woman: Actually, I think he's only just about breaking even.15 The woman is ...A voicing her regret.B expressing her surprise.C passing on her good wishes.Man:Apparently that Head of Department job might finally be coming my way.Woman:Well, that's a turn-up for the books!16 What does the man meanMost new technology can be unexpectedly difficult to use.BIt can be hard keeping up-to-date with technology.C New technology requires too much effort.Man:New technology is sometimes more trouble than it'sworth.Woman:You never did like keeping up with the times.17 What does the woman meanA You didn't use to like new technology.B You've always been against any kind of change.CI always thought you were really keen on new technology.Man:New technology is sometimes more trouble than it's worth.Woman: You never did like keeping up with the times.18 What does the girl meanA She never sees the boy at the swimming pool.B She always sees the boy at the swimming pool.C She sometimes sees the boy at the swimming pool.Boy:I really like going swimming.Girl:Really, butI hardly ever see you at the swimming pool.Boy:I always go early in the mornings.19 What does the brother meanA You can't understand.B You don't understand.C You refuse to understand.Sister:I don't know what you see in fishing sitting on a river bank for hours on end doing absolutely nothing and finishing the day with a couple of trout.Brother:You just don't get it, do you It's not about how many fish you catch.20 What does the man meanA I'm not worried about missing the start of the play.B I need to leave at 8 pmto be on time for the play.C I'm not going to miss any part of the play.Woman:Don't you need to leave now if you want to see the beginning of theplayMan:Don't worry about it. It doesn't start until 8 pm.21 What does the woman meanA I've told my personal assistant exactly why I'm unhappy with him.B I'm not sure if my personal assistant understands why I'munhappy with him.C I'm unhappy that his performance at work does not meet the terms of hiscontract.Man:What's wrong with your personal assistantWoman: I'm not happy with his performance at work and I've just let him know in no uncertain terms.Man:Well, you don't exactly mince your words, do you22 What does the man mean by his SECOND commentA You don't always say exactly what you mean.B You always communicate precisely and effectively.C You don't always tell people exactly what you think.Man:What's wrong with your personal assistantWoman: I'm not happy with his performance at work and I've just let him know in no uncertain terms.Man:Well, you don't exactly mince your words, do youWrite ONE or TWO words into each space. There is an example (0) at the beginning. Contractions, . isn't count as one word.Having a chatThe female chatterbox, a woman who seldom if ever lets men get a (0)word in edgeways, is a traditional stereotype in certain cultures. However, research 23carried out by psychologists has found both sexesareequally capable of talking a lot.In the study, almost 600 male and female volunteers were fitted with digital microphones. These were then programmed to record people speaking at regular intervals as the subjects 24w ere about their daily livesover a 10-day period. Using these recordings, the research team estimated that women speak, on average, 16,215 words each day,25w hereas men utter 15,669 words.The most talkative people of all in fact, tend to be men. Four of the biggest talkers26w ho took part in the study were male, one ofwhom produced over 45,000 words in the course of his normal day. His total was a great surprise! The most talkative woman in the study, 27in contrast, managed a mere 40,000 words daily. Men were also the majority group at the silent end of the spectrum, with the quietest averaging as28few as 500 words a day. In the 29end, there is nothing like data to undo a stereotype!A have a rest.B stop for lunch.C take another route.D return to their hotel.31Two friends are talking about electrical equipment in the home. The man agrees that ...A kitchen appliances use less electricity than some other domestic appliances.B eliminating kitchen appliances would have negative consequences.C people ought to go to restaurants instead of cooking at home.D it is not necessary to have awashing machine in the house.32Two people are talking about a new flat (apartment). How does the woman feel about her new homeA pleased with the location of the flatB fed up with the noise from the streetC disappointed with the size of the kitchenD happy that she can spend more time at home33Two business people are discussing foreign trade. Why, according to the man, haveexports of a particular product fallen recentlyA The current version of the product is of inferior quality.B Some countries are making their own, similar products.C Interest rates in the country of manufacture fell sharply.D The product has become more expensive in key markets.34Two friends are talking about homes. Where does the woman liveA in the countrysideB in the mountainsC on the coastD in the city35Two people are talking about memory. What comment does the manmake aboutmemoryA Lie-detectors are an effective way ofmaking people recall past events.B Our recollection of past events can be influenced byoutside factors.C Our memories of dramatic events are more vivid than other memories.D The long-term memory helps us to recreate events in our childhood.36Two people are talking about some female pop singers. What does the woman say about the singersA Some of these singers won't be popular for very long.B She prefers to listen to other kinds of music.C She thinks their music is quite conventional.D They all look quite similar to each other. 37You will hear part of a travel programme. Where is the presenter speaking fromA a boat on a lakeB a bridge over a riverC a village by the seaD a hill overlooking a bay38A man is talking about running his own restaurant. What does he imply about his careerin the restaurant businessA If he'd accepted the airport contract, it would have been a disaster.B He had a better opportunity to learn innovative techniques working abroad.C If he'd had less adventurous menus, he wouldn't have achieved what he has.D If he'd continued working abroad, he might have been even more successful.39You will hear an advertisement for a health centre. The speaker says that you can get a reduced rate at the centre if . . .A you are aged over 50.B you book a place early.C you don't stay for lunch.D you have regular check-ups.40A man is talking on the radio about a man with a new business idea. Why did the investors decide to support the man's business ideaA They thought he had a unique product.B They felt the risk in backing him was low.C They found his personality very appealing.D They were impressed by his ambition for his business.41How does the man now view the future of his businessA He is determined to expand his business.He is unwilling to change his business approach.C He is realistic about the limitations of his product.D He is worried he won't be able to repeat his first success.42A man is talking about his company. What does the man promise his customersA expert help if neededB compensation for injuryC complete freedom from worryD fast replacement of lost property43A woman is talking about the influence her mother had on her. What did the woman learn from her mother about workA a natural ability to work hardB only to work if she was getting paidC making money is the most important thingD work is something you have to accept in life。

复旦大学本科生新生大学英语分级考试试卷（样题）College English Placement TestPart I ListeningSection ADirections:In this section, you will hear 5 short conversations. At the end of each conversation, a question will be asked about what was said. The conversation and question will be spoken only once. After each question there will be a pause. During the pause, you must read the four choices marked A), B), C), and D), and decide which is the best answer. Then mark the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the center.1. A) In a classroom.B) In a restaurant.C) In a registration office.D) In a library.2. A) To take a message.B) To look up the phone number in the directory.C) To connect Mr. Jones with Miss Ruth.D) To return the call.......Part II Vocabulary and StructureDirections:There are 30 incomplete sentences in this part. For each sentence there are four choices marked A), B), C) and D). Choose the answer that best completes the sentence. Then mark the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the center.1. There are laws on the books to combat fraud, _______________ whether it is conducted through the mail, over the phone, or on the Internet.A) regardless of B) on account of C) on behalf of D) by virtue of2. The United States declared war on Britain in 1812. The first cause of the war was British interference ____________ American shipping.A) at B) to C) with D) on......Part III Reading ComprehensionDirections:There are five passages in this part. Each passage is followed by some questions or unfinished statements. For each of them there are four choices marked A), B), C), and D). You should decide on the best choice and mark the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the center.Passage OneQuestions 1 to 5 are based on the following passage:There's no doubt that primitive mankind first trod the world without the benefit of clothing. Historians suggest that thousands, perhaps millions of years passed before animal skins became fashionable. Then, sometime in the dim past, man discovered that the hair of certain animals pressed together stayed together. The fabric known as felt replaced animal skins. No one knows the age of felt - only that it was in use long before Neolithic man learned how to weave cloth a mere twelve thousand years ago.The manufacture of felt is simple. Seen through a microscope, the hair of many animals appears as a barbed strand, the barbs all pointing toward the tip of the hair. When a number of hairs are pressed together, those which lie in opposite directions unite barbs and resist efforts to pull them apart.Legend has it that St. Clement (patron saint of felt makers) discovered felt when, at the beginning of a long journey, he put carded wool between his feet and the soles of his sandals. When he reached his destination, he found no carded wool in his sandals. The wool had been compressed into felt.1. This passage is about ________________________.A) how to weave clothB) the first man-made fabricC) St. Clement, inventor of the scandalD) the manufacture of artificial hides2. Before the invention of felt, man was forced _____________________________.A) to wear clothes of woven fabricB) to swing naked through the treesC) to wear sandals made of carded woolD) to wear the skins of animals3. The manufacture of felt uses ___________________________.A) a chemical reaction between wool and leatherB) pressure applied over a period of timeC) the strange physical characteristics of some animal hairsD) the wool carder and the microscope4. The author considered felt as _________________________.A) the gift of St. Clement to manB) the bridge between animal hides and woven clothC) a strong, lightweight, durable fabricD) a material used for padding sandals5. The author's purpose in writing this passage is to ______________________.A) give the age, manufacturing process and origin of feltB) reason why felt was not discovered earlierC) make a comparison of the merits of felt and woolD) show different viewpoints of the importance of felt......。

ENGLISH PLACEMENT TESTNAME:Look at these examples. The correct answers are underlined.a) In warm climates people like / likes / are liking sitting outside in the sun.b) If it is very hot, they sit at / in / under the shade.Now the test will begin. Underline the correct answer. (For each correct answer 1 point)1) Water is to boil / is boiling / boils at a temperature of 100°C. 12) In some countries there is / is / it is very hot all the time. 23) In cold countries people wear thick clothes for keeping / to keep / for to keep warm. 34) In England people are always talking about a weather / the weather / weather. 45) In some places it rains / there rains / it raining almost every day. 56) In deserts there isn´t the / some / any grass. 67) Places near the Equator have a warm / the warm / warm weather even in the cold season. 78) In England coldest / the coldest / colder time of year is usually from December to February. 89) The most / Most of / Most people don´t know what it´s like in other countries. 910) Very less / little / few people can travel abroad. 1011) Mohammed Ali has won / won / is winning his first world title fight in 1960. 1112) After he had won / have won / was winning an Olympic gold medal he became a professional boxer. 1213) His religious beliefs have made him / made him to / made him change his name when he becamechampion. 1314) If he has / would have / had lost his first fight with Sonny Liston, no one would have been surprised. 1415) He has travelled a lot both / and / or as a boxer and as a world-famous personality. 1516) He is very well known all in / all over / in all the world. 1617) Many people is believing / are believing / believe he was the greatest boxer of all time. 1718) To be the best from / in / of the world is not easy. 1819) Like any top sportsman Ali had to / must / should train very hard. 1920) Even tough he has now lost his title, people would / will / did always remember him as a champion. 20subtotal page 1 /20page 1/521) The history of aeroplane / the aeroplane / an aeroplane is 2122) quite a / a quite / quite short one. For many centuries men 2223) are trying / try / had tried to fly, but with 2324) little / few / a little success. In the 19th century a few people 2425) succeeded to fly / in flying / into flying in balloons. But it wasn´t until 2526) the beginning of this / next / that century that anybody 2627) were / is / was able to fly in a machine 2728) who / which / what was heavier than air, in other words, in 2829) who / which / what we now call a ‘plane’. The first people to achieve 2930) ‘powered flight’ were the Wright brothers. His / Their / Theirs was the machine which was the 3031) forerunner of the Jumbo jets and supersonic airliners that are such / such a / so common 3132) sight today. They could / should / couldn´t hardly have imagined that in 1969 3233) not much / not many / no much more than half a century later, 3334) a man will be / had been / would be landed on the moon. 3435) Already a man / man / the man is taking the first steps towards the stars. 3536) Although space satellites have existed since / during / for less 3637) than forty years, we are now dependent from / of / on them for all 3738) kinds of informations / information / an information. Not only 3839) are they / they are / there are being used for scientific research in 3940) space, but also to see what kind of weather is coming / comes / coming. 4041) By 1998 there would / must / will have been satellites in space for forty 4142) years and the ‘space superpowers’ are planning to have / make / let4243) massive space stations built. When these will be / are / will have been4344) completed it will be the first time when / where / that astronauts will be 4445) able to work in space in large numbers. Apart / For / Except all that, 4546) in many ways the most remarkable flight of / above / at all was 4647) it / that / that one of the flying bicycle, which the world saw on television, 4748) flying / to fly / fly across the Channel from England to France, with nothing 4849) apart / but / than a man to power it. As the bicycle-flyer said, 4950) “It´s the first time I realize / I´ve realized / I am realizing what hard work it is to be a bird!” 50subtotal page 2 /30page 2/551) Many teachers say to / say / tell their students should learn a foreign language. 5152) Learning a second language is not the same as / like / than learning a first language. 5253) It takes long time / long / a long time to learn any language. 5354) It is said that Chinese is the world´s harder / hardest / more hard language to master. 5455) English is quite difficult because of all the exceptions who / which / what have to be learnt. 5556) You can learn the basic structures of a language quite quickly, but only if youare wanting / will to / are willing to make an effort. 5657) A lot of people aren´t used to the study / to study / to studying grammar in their own language. 5758) Many adult students wish they would start / would have started / had started their language studiesearlier. 5859) In some countries students have to spend a lot of time working on / by / in their own. 5960) There aren´t no / any / some easy ways of learning a foreign language in your own country. 6061) Some people try to improve their English by hearing / listening / listening to the BBC World Service. 6162)Live / Life / Living with a foreign family can be a good way to learn a language. 6263) It´s no use to try / trying / in trying to learn a language just by studying a dictionary. 6364) Many students would rather not / would rather prefer not / would rather not to take tests. 6465) Some people think it´s time we all learn / should learn / learnt a single international language. 6566) Charles Walker is a teacher at a school in Norwich. He has joined / joined / joins6667) the staff of the school in 1988 and has been working / worked / works there ever since. 6768) Before move / to move / moving to Norwich, he taught in Italy and in Wales, and before that 6869) he has been / was / was being a student at Cambridge University. 6970) So far he isn´t / wasn´t / hasn´t been in Norwich for as long as he was in Wales, 7071) but he likes the city a lot and should / would / could like to stay there for at least 7172) another two years, or, how / which / as he puts it, until his two children 7273) have / will have / will be grown up a bit. He met his wife, Kate, in 1982 7374) while he was to live / was living / had been living abroad for a while, and they got married 7475) in 1986. Their two children, Mark and Susan, are / were / have been both born in Norwich. 7576) Mark, who / which / he is four, has just started 7677) at nursery school, but his / their / her sister 7778) shall stay / stays / will be staying at home for another couple of years, 7879) because she is nearly two years younger / more young / the younger than him. 7980) Charles and Kate are used / use / used to live in the country, 80subtotal page 3 /30page 3/5page 4/5SUBTOTAL/10081) but now they have children, they have moved / move / moved into the city. 81 82) Charles wanted a house next / near / close the school 82 83) in order / for / to get to work easily. Unfortunately83 84) the / a / that one the two of them really wanted was too expensive,84 85) so they must / should / had to buy one a bit further away. By the time the children 85 86) go / will go / wil have gone to secondary school,86 87) that / which / what Charles and Kate hope will be in Norwich,87 88) the Walkers will have been / have been / will be living there for a least fifteen years. 88 89) They can´t be sure if they stay / do stay / will stay , but if they 89 90) don´t / didn´t / won´t , their friends won´t be too surprised.90Look at the following examples of question tags in English. The correct form of the tag is underlined.a) He´s getting the 9.15 train, isn´t he / hasn´t he / wasn´t he ? b) She works in a library, isn´t she / doesn´t she / doesn´t he ? c) Tom didn´t tell you, hasn´t he / didn´t he / did he ?d) Someone´s forgotten to switch off the gas, didn´t one / didn´t they / haven´t they ?Now underline the correct question tags in the following 10 items. (For each correct answer 1 point)91) John´s coming to see you, hasn´t he / wasn´t he / isn´t he ? 91 92) It´s been a long time since you´ve seen him, hasn´t it / isn´t it / haven´t you ? 92 93) He´s due to arrive tomorrow, won´t he / isn´t he / will he ?93 94) He won´t be getting in till about 10.30, isn´t he / is he / will he ?94 95) You met him while you were on holiday, didn´t you / weren´t you / haven´t you ? 95 96) I think I´m expected to pick him up, aren´t I / don´t I / are you ?96 97) No doubt you´d rather he stayed in England now, didn´t you / wouldn´t you / shouldn´t you ? 97 98) Nobody else has been told he´s coming, is he / has he / have they ? 98 99) We´d better not stay up too late tonight, didn´t we / have we / had we ? 99 100) I suppose it´s time we called it a day, didn´t we / isn´t it / don´t I ?100subtotal page 4/20Grammar Test - solutions1 boils 34 would be 67 has been working2 it is 35 man 68 moving3 to keep 36 for 69 was4 the weather 37 on 70 hasn’t´ been5 it rains 38 information 71 would6 any 39 are they 72 as7 warm 40 is coming 73 have8 the coldest 41 will 74 was living9 Moat 42 have 75 were10 few 43 are 76 who11 won 44 that 77 his12 had won 45 For 78 will be staying13 made him 46 of 79 younger14 had 47 that 80 used15 both 48 flying 81 have moved16 all over 49 but 82 near17 believe 50 I´ve realized 83 to18 in 51 say 84 the19 had to 52 as 85 had to20 will 53 a long time 86 go21 the aeroplane 54 hardest 87 which22 quite a 55 which 88 will have been23 had tried 56 are willing to 89 will stay24 little 57 to studying 90 don´t25 in flying 58 had started 91 isn´t he26 this 59 on 92 hasn´t it27 was 60 any 93 isn´t he28 which 61 listening to 94 will he29 what 62 Living 95 didn´t you30 Theirs 63 trying 96 aren´t I31 such a 64 would rather not 97 wouldn´t you32 could 65 learnt 98 have they33 not much 66 joined 99 had we100 isn´t itpage 5/5。

1Woman: I'll be back in the office early on Monday.Man:Right. C Have a good weekend, then.2Woman: B W hat do you do?Man:I'm a chef in an Italian restaurant.3Man:These two coats look the same. Which one is yours? Woman:I think mine's the one D on the left.4Woman: What do you think is the best age to get married?Man:I'm not sure.Woman:Well, I'm not going to get married D unt i l I'm at least 30. 5Boy:Don't you think Richard's just C l i ke his brother?Girl:Well, they are twins, you know!6Man:Could I speak to the manager, please?Woman:Certainly. Who shall I say C i s cal l i ng?7Man:Sam C shoul d have been at the meeting this morning. Woman: I know, but he missed his train.8Man: Will you be at John's party tomorrow?Woman: Well, I'll come A i f I finish work in time.9Boy:Where's your bike?Girl:The police warned me B not t o r i de it without my lights, so I left it atschool.10Girl:I was off school all last week – I was feeling really ill.Boy:Oh, I'm sorry A t o hear that. What was the matter?11 What does the woman mean?A Have you finished putting that shelf up?B Do you need any help putting that shelf up?C Why is it taking you so long to put that shelf up?Wife:Are you still putting that shelf up?Husband: I'm doing the best I can!12 What does the female teacher mean?AI haven't had time to form an opinion about the new principal.BI'm not wasting my time worrying about the new principal.C I'm not very impressed by the new principal.Female teacher: I don't think much of the new principal, do you? Male teacher:No – he's always running people down.13 What does the woman mean?A You'll have to come into work early tomorrow.B You always start work too late.C You needed to start earlier.Man:How am I going to get all this paperwork done today? Woman: You should have come in earlier.Man:Well, that's not very helpful!A I think it's a really good documentary.B It's the only thing on worth watching.CI'd rather watch somethingelse.15 What does the woman mean?A My daughter prefers celebrity magazines to current affairs.BMy daughter is always reading newspapers andmagazines.CMy daughter has many newspapers in her room but never readsthem.Man:Teenagers seem to be obsessed with famous people these days.Woman: Like my daughter ... she hardly ever looks at a newspaper but has a room full of celebrity magazines!Woman: That documentary about whales is on again tonight. It's supposed to be great.Man:Yes, I've seen it. Is that all that's on?A You were late for the class today.B You don't try hard enough in class.C You must find out the time of the class tomorrow.Student:Bye then sir!Teacher:Bye Frederik – and do make an effort to come to class on time tomorrow! Student:I'll try, sir!17 What does the man mean by his SECOND comment?A I hadn't realized there was a strike.B It was lucky the strike didn't delay you.C I was concerned that the strike had affected you.Man:How was your holiday?Woman: Well, apart from being stranded at the airport for 24 hours, it was idyllic. Man:Oh, I wondered if you'd been hit by the strike.18 What does the woman mean?A It's the man's fault that they are late.B She doesn't mind the traffic.C He should drive faster.Man:We're going to miss the start of the game, you know.Woman: Yes. You said the traffic would be light on aMonday.Man:Well, it usually is.19 What does the woman mean?A She is disappointed about the location of the fashion show.B She is surprised that she was chosen for the business trip.C She is concerned about her reaction to her boss's invitation. Woman: I just don't know what's the matter with me. My boss has invited me to a Parisfashion show and I'm struggling to get excited about it.Man:You'd normally go without a second thought.20 What does the man mean?A We need to consider the side effects of constructing new roads.B We need to prioritise road-building if we want to encourage tourism.C We need to start planning now to ensure new roads meet traffic demands.Man:We can't keep extending our road networks to cope with increasing numbers of tourists without giving a thought to all the wildlife we're affecting.Woman: ... and who knows what else?Complete the text below. Write ONE word only into each space. There is an example (0) at the beginning.Have you (0) heard of The Student Economy Card? You can 21useit to get reductions inshops, hotels, restaurants and many other places so you’ll be 22abl eto save money whereveryou go!You can apply 23f ora card if you’re a full-time student at a:-secondary school-further education college -language school-universitybut you do 24haveto be at least twelve years of age.The Student Economy Card costs just £10 and it is valid from September of one year 25t oDecember of the following year. So 26whatare you waiting for? Just complete the onlineapplication form and you will receive a card 27i nfive days.A woman has a problem with her car. What does the man think is the cause of the problem?A the pedalsB the oil levelC a broken cableD the cold weather29Two people are talking about a visit to a museum. What did the woman think of the exhibition?AShe would have preferred a larger exhibition.B She found the whole exhibition surprisingly good.C She thought the models of the dinosaurs were uninteresting.D She felt there was far too much information for people to read.30 Two people are talking about a holiday (vacation). What sort of holiday are they going on?A a city holidayB a skiing holidayC a beach holidayD a walking holiday31 A woman is talking about a bicycle race she saw. What does the woman say about the race?A Seeing the race made her feel like buying a bicycle for herself.B She was impressed by the level of public interest in the race.C She found the commercial activities at the event annoying.D She was surprised at how fast the cyclists were travelling.32A woman is telling a friend about her new job. What did she find difficult?Alearning the names of her new colleaguesBdoing all the work she was expected to doC understanding what she was supposed to doD making friends with other people in the office33A man and a woman are talking. What are they discussing?A rush hour trafficB travelling to schoolC ways of saving timeD working terms and conditions34A man and a woman are talking at a friend’s house. They first met ...A on a course.B at a farm shop.C in a flower shop.D in a doctor’s surgery.35A woman is talking on a radio programme. What type of programme is it?A a news broadcastB a sports summaryC an arts programmeD a travel programme36 A woman is leaving a message. Why is the woman telephoning her friend?A to tell him about her catB to ask him for some helpC to apologise for being lateD to change an arrangement37Two people are talking about the best way to get into town. Why does the man want to go into town today?A to look for a new carB to see a play with a friendC to talk to someone about a jobD to take his old car to the garage38Two people are talking about a music festival. Why is the woman NOT going to stay overnight at the festival?A It is too noisy for her.B It goes on too late for her.C She lives near the festival site.D She thinks the weather is going to be bad.39A woman is leaving a message about a dinner party. What has the woman already decided totake with her?Aa special dishBa chocolate cakeC something to drinkD some home-made biscuits40Two people are talking about moving home. What does the woman plan to do with her new home?A clean the floors.B tidy the garden.C get some new carpets.D paint some of the house.。