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牛津译林版八年级下册Unit2 Reading1同步课时练习一、根据句意和汉语提示，在空白处填入一个适当的单词。

1. In Disneyland, I bought a ________（几个）of pencil cases for my classmates.2. Take the teacher's advice,and you will ________（感觉到）better soon.3. Can you tell me how many ________（人物）there are in this story?4. Little Mary ________（想念）her mother very much when she was out.5. I've just watched a TV programme about a girl with ________（魔法）.二、用括号中所给单词的适当形式填空。

1. The parade of Disney characters was the ________（good) part of the day.2. She just couldn't help ________（laugh) when she heard the joke.3.They ________（go) to Disneyland as soon as they arrived in Hong Kong.4.I have many hobbies,such as ________（collect) stamps and playing chess.5.I took a lot of ________（photo) at Beijing Zoo last summer.三、从方框中选择恰当的单词或短语并用其正确形式填空（每个词或短语只能用一次）。

1.-Where's Eric? -He ____________________Japan.2.____________________school, I met a nice girl called Annie.3. When the little boy saw his mother, he ____________________.4.This is ____________________play I have ever seen.5. -How nice the cake tastes!- ____________________. Linda. I am glad you like it.6. More and more people ____________________watching films in the cinema.7. Thomas ____________________the army for half a year.8. Jack ____________________a restaurant and ate a quick meal.9. -Doesn't he play the piano ____________________? Yes, he does.10. -The little girl ____________________an angel in her new dress.-Yes, she is very pretty.四、单项选择。

2016年6月大学英语六级第1套真题Part I Writing (30 minutes)Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write a short essay on living in the virtual world. Tryto imagine what will happen when people spend more and more time in the virtual world instead ofinteracting in the real world. You are required to write at least 150 words but no more than 200 words.Part II Listening Comprehension (30 minutes)Directions: In this section, you will hear two long conversations. At the end of each conversation, you will hear four questions. Both the conversation and the questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a question, you must choose the best answer from the four choices marked A), B), C) and D). Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 1 with a single line through the center.Questions 1 to 4 are based on the conversation you have just heard.1. A) Project organizer. B) Public relations officer.C) Marketing manager. D) Market research consultant.2. A) Quantitative advertising research. B) Questionnaire design.C) Research methodology. D) Interviewer training.3. A) They are intensive studies of people’s spending habits.B) They examine relations between producers and customers.C) They look for new and effective ways to promote products.D) They study trends or customer satisfaction over a long period.4. A) The lack of promotion opportunity. B) Checking charts and tables.C) Designing questionnaires. D) The persistent intensity.Questions 5 to 8 are based on the conversation you have just heard.5. A) His view on Canadian universities.B) His understanding of higher education.C) His suggestions for improvements in higher education.D) His complaint about bureaucracy in American universities.6. A) It is well designed. B) It is rather inflexible.C) It varies among universities. D) It has undergone great changes.7. A) The United States and Canada can learn from each other.B) Public universities are often superior to private universities.C) Everyone should be given equal access to higher education.D) Private schools work more efficiently than public institutions.8. A) University systems vary from country to country.B) Efficiency is essential to university management.C) It is hard to say which is better, a public university or a private one.D) Many private universities in the US are actually large bureaucracies.Section BDirections: In this section, you will hear two passages. At the end of each passage, you will hear three or four questions. Both the passage and the questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a question, you must choose the best answer from the four choices marked A), B), C) and D). Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 1 with a single line through the center.Questions 9 to 11 are based on the passage you have just heard.9. A) Government’s role in resolving an economic crisis.B) The worsening real wage situation around the world.C) Indications of economic recovery in the United States.D) The impact of the current economic crisis on people’s life.10. A) They will feel less pressure to raise employees’ wages.B) They will feel free to choose the most suitable employees.C) They will feel inclined to expand their business operations.D) They will feel more confident in competing with their rivals.11. A) Employees and companies cooperate to pull through the economic crisis.B) Government and companies join hands to create jobs for the unemployed.C) Employees work shorter hours to avoid layoffs.D) Team work will be encouraged in companies.Questions 12 to 15 are based on the passage you have just heard.12. A) Whether memory supplements work. B) Whether herbal medicine works wonders.C) Whether exercise enhances one’s memory.D) Whether a magic memory promises success.13. A) They help the elderly more than the young. B) They are beneficial in one way or another.C) They generally do not have side effects. D) They are not based on real science.14. A) They are available at most country fairs. B) They are taken in relatively high dosage.C) They are collected or grown by farmers. D) They are prescribed by trained practitioners.15. A) They have often proved to be as helpful as doing mental exercise.B) Taking them with other medications might entail unnecessary risks.C) Their effect lasts only a short time.D) Many have benefited from them.Section CDirections:In this section, you will hear three recordings of lectures or talks followed by three or four questions. The recordings will be played only once. After you hear a question, you must choose the best answer from the four choices marked A), B), C) and D). Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet with a single line through the center.Questions 16 to 18 are based on the recording you have just heard.16. A) How catastrophic natural disasters turn out to be to developing nations.B) How the World Meteorological Organization studies natural disasters.C) How powerless humans appear to be in face of natural disasters.D) How the negative impacts of natural disasters can be reduced.17. A) By training rescue teams for emergencies. B) By taking steps to prepare people for them.C) By changing peopl e’s views of nature. D) By relocating people to safer places.18. A) How preventive action can reduce the loss of life.B) How courageous Cubans are in face of disasters.C) How Cubans suffer from tropical storms.D) How destructive tropical storms can be.Questions 19 to 22 are based on the recording you have just heard.19. A) Pay back their loans to the American government.B) Provide loans to those in severe financial difficulty.C) Contribute more to the goal of a wider recovery.D) Speed up their recovery from the housing bubble.20. A) Some banks may have to merge with others.B) Many smaller regional banks are going to fail.C) It will be hard for banks to provide more loans.D) Many banks will have to lay off some employees.21. A) It will work closely with the government.B) It will endeavor to write off bad loans.C) It will try to lower the interest rate.D) It will try to provide more loans.22. A) It won’t help the American economy to turn around.B) It won’t do any good to the major commercial banks.C) It will win the approval of the Obama administration.D) It will be necessary if the economy starts to shrink again.Questions 23 to 25 are based on the recording you have just heard.23. A) Being unable to learn new things. B) Being rather slow to make changes.C) Losing temper more and more often. D) Losing the ability to get on with others.24. A) Cognitive stimulation. B) Community activity.C) Balanced diet . D) Fresh air.25. A) Ignoring the signs and symptoms of aging.B) Adopting an optimistic attitude towards life.C) Endeavoring to give up unhealthy lifestyles.D) Seeking advice from doctors from time to time.Part III Reading Comprehension (40 minutes)Section ADirections: In this section, there is a passage with ten blanks. You are required to select one word for each blank from a list of choices given in a word bank following the passage. Read the passage through carefully before making your choices. Each choice in the bank is identified by a letter. Please mark the corresponding letter for each item on Answer Sheet 2 with a single line through the center. You may not use any of the words in the bank more than once.Pursuing a career is an essential part of adole scent development. “The adolescent becomes an adult when he 26 a real job.” To cognitive researchers like Piaget, adulthood meant the beginning of an 27 .Piaget argued that once adolescents enter the world of work, their newly acquired ability to form hypotheses allows them to create representations that are too ideal. The 28 of such ideals, without the tempering of the reality of a job or profession, rapidly leads adolescents to become 29 of the non-idealistic world and to press for reform in a character istically adolescent way. Piaget said: “True adaptation to society comes 30 when the adolescent reformer attempts to put his ideas to work.”Of course, youthful idealism is often courageous, and no one likes to give up dreams. Perhaps, taken 31 out of cont ext, Piaget’s statement seems harsh. What he was 32 , however, is the way reality can modify idealistic views. Some people refer to such modification as maturity. Piaget argued that attaining and accepting a vocation is one of the best ways to modify idealized views and to mature.As careers and vocations become less available during times of 33 , adolescents may be especially hard hit. Such difficult economic times may leave many adolescents 34 about their roles in society. For this reason, community interventions and government job programs that offer summer and vacation work are not only economically 35 but also help to stimulate the adolescent’s sense of worth.A) automatically B) beneficial C) capturing D) confused E) emphasizingF) entrance G) excited H) existence I) incidentally J) intolerantK) occupation L) promises M) recession N) slightly O) undertakesSection BDirections: In this section, you are going to read a passage with ten statements attached to it. Each statement contains information given in one of the paragraphs. Identify the paragraph from which the information is derived. You may choose a paragraph more than once. Each paragraph is marked with a letter. Answer the questions bymarking the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 2.Can Societies Be Rich and Green?[A] “If our economies are to flourish, if global poverty is to be eliminated and if the well-being of the world’s people enhanced—not just in this generation but in succeeding generations—we must make sure we take care of the natural environment and resources on which our economic activity depends.” That statement comes not, as youmight imagine, from a stereotypical tree-hugging, save-the-world greenie ( 环保主义者 ), but from Gordon Brown, apolitician with a reputation for rigor, thoroughness and above all, caution.[B] A surprising thing for the man who runs one of the world’s most powerful economies to say? Perhaps;though in the run-up to the five-year review of the Mi llennium ( 千年的 ) Goals, he is far from alone. The roots of hisspeech, given in March at the roundtable meeting of environment and energy ministers from the G20 group of nations, stretch back to 1972, and the United Nations Conference on the Human Environment in Stockholm.[C] “The protection and improvement of the human environment is a major issue which affects the well-being of peoples and economic development throughout the world,” read the final declaration from this gathering, the first of a sequence which would lead to the Rio de Janeiro Earth Summit in 1992 and the World Development Summit in Johannesburg three years ago.[D] Hunt through the reports prepared by UN agencies and development groups—many for conferences such as this year’s Millenn ium Goals review—and you will find that the linkage between environmental protection and economic progress is a common thread.[E] Managing ecosystems sustainably is more profitable than exploiting them, according to the Millennium Ecosystem Assessment. But finding hard evidence to support the thesis is not so easy. Thoughts turn first to some sort of global statistic, some indicator which would rate the wealth of nations in both economic and environmental terms and show a relationship between the two.[F] If such an indicator exists, it is well hidden. And on reflection, this is not surprising; the single word “environment” has so many dimensions, and there are so many other factors affecting wealth—such as the oildeposits—that teasing out a simple economy-environment relationship would be almost impossible.[G] The Millennium Ecosystem Assessment, a vast four-year global study which reported its initial conclusions earlier this year, found reasons to believe that managing ecosystems sustainably—working with nature rather than against it—might be less profitable in the short term, but certainly brings long-term rewards.[H] And the World Resources Institute (WRI) in its World Resources 2005 report, issued at the end of August, produced several such examples from Africa and Asia; it also demonstrated that environmental degradation affects the poor more than the rich, as poorer people derive a much higher proportion of their income directly from the natural resources around them.[I] But there are also many examples of growing wealth by trashing the environment, in rich and poor parts of 6 the world alike, whether through unregulated mineral extraction, drastic water use for agriculture, slash-and-burnfarming, or fossil-fuel-guzzling ( 大量消耗 ) transport. Of course, such growth may not persist in the long term—which is what Mr. Brown and the Stockholm declaration were both attempting to point out. Perhaps the best example of boom growth and bust decline is the Grand Banks fishery. For almost five centuries a very large supply ofcod ( 鳕鱼 ) provided abundant raw material for an industry which at its peak employed about 40,000 people,sustaining entire communities in Newfoundland. Then, abruptly, the cod population collapsed. There were no longer enough fish in the sea for the stock to maintain itself, let alone an industry. More than a decade later, there was no sign of the ecosystem re-building itself. It had, apparently, been fished out of existence; and the once mightyNewfoundland fleet now gropes about frantically for crab on the sea floor.[J] There is a view that modern humans are inevitably sowing the seeds of a global Grand Banks-style disaster. The idea is that we are taking more out of what you might call the planet’s environmental bank balan ce than it can sustain; we are living beyond our ecological means. One recent study attempted to calculate the extent of this“ecological overshoot of the human economy,” and found that we are using 1.2 Earth’s-worth of environmentalgoods and services—the implication being that at some point the debt will be called in, and all those services—the things which the planet does for us for free—will grind to a halt.[K] Whether this is right, and if so where and when the ecological axe will fall, is hard to determine with any precision—which is why governments and financial institutions are only beginning to bring such risks into their economic calculations. It is also the reason why development agencies are not united in their view of environmental issues; while some, like the WRI, maintain that environmental progress needs to go hand-in-hand with economic development, others argue that the priority is to build a thriving economy, and then use the wealth created to tackle environmental degradation.[L] This view assumes that rich societies will invest in environmental care. But is this right? Do things get better or worse as we get richer? Here the Stockholm declaration is ambiguous. “In the developing countries,” it says, “most of the environmental problems ar e caused by under-development.” So it is saying that economic development should make for a cleaner world? Not necessarily; “In the industralized countries, environmental problems are generally related to industrialization and technological development,” i t continues. In other words, poor and rich both over-exploit the natural world, but for different reasons. It’s simply not true that economic growth will surely make our world cleaner.[M] Clearly, richer societies are able to provide environmental improvements which lie well beyond the reach of poorer communities. Citizens of wealthy nations demand national parks, clean rivers, clean air and poison-free food. They also, however, use far more natural resources-fuel, water (all those baths and golf courses) and building materials.[N] A case can be made that rich nations export environmental problems, the most graphic example being climate change. As a country’s wealth grows, so do its greenhouse gas emissions. The figures available will not be completely accurate. Measuring emissions is not a precise science, particularly when it comes to issues surrounding land use; not all nations have released up-to-date data, and in any case, emissions from some sectors such as aviation are not included in national statistics. But the data is exact enough for a clear trend to be easily discernible. As countries become richer, they produce more greenhouse gases; and the impact of those gases will fall primarily in poor parts of the world.[O] Wealth is not, of course, the only factor involved. The average Norwegian is better off than the average US citizen, but contributes about half as much to climate change. But could Norway keep its standard of living and yet cut its emissions to Moroccan or even Ethiopian levels? That question, repeated across a dozen environmental issues and across our diverse planet, is what will ultimately determine whether the human race is living beyond its ecological means as it pursues economic revival.36. Examples show that both rich and poor countries exploited the environment for economic progress.37. Environmental protection and improvement benefit people all over the world.38. It is not necessarily true that economic growth will make our world cleaner.39. The common theme of the UN reports is the relation between environmental protection and economic growth.40. Development agencies disagree regarding how to tackle environment issues while ensuring economic progress.41. It is difficult to find solid evidence to prove environmental friendliness generates more profits than exploiting the natural environment.42. Sustainable management of ecosystems will prove rewarding in the long run.43. A politician noted for being cautious asserts that sustainable human development depends on the naturalenvironment.44. Poor countries will have to bear the cost for rich nations’ economic development.45. One recent study warns us of the danger of the exhaustion of natural resources on Earth.Section CDirections: There are two passages in this section. 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 Answer Sheet 2 with a single line through the center.Passage OneQuestions 46 to 50 are based on the following passage.Interactive television advertising, which allows viewers to use their remote controls to click on advertisements, has been pushed for years. Nearly a decade ago it was predicted th at viewers of “Friends,” a popular situation comedy, would soon be able to purchase a sweater like Jennifer Aniston’s with a few taps on their remote control. “It’s been the year of interactive television advertising for the last ten or twelve years,” says Colin Dixon of a digital-media consultancy.So the news that Cablevision, an American cable company, was rolling out interactive advertisements to all its customers on October 6th was greeted with some skepticism. During commercials, an overlay will appear at the bottom of the screen, prompting viewers to press a button to request a free sample or order a catalogue. Cablevision 8 hopes to allow customers to buy things with their remote controls early next year.Television advertising could do with a boost. Spending fell by 10% in the first half of the year. The popularization of digital video recorders has caused advertisers to worry that their commercials will be skipped. Some are turning to the Internet, which is cheaper and offers concrete measurements like click-through rates—especially important at a time when marketing budgets are tight. With the launch of interactive advertising, “many of the dollars that went to the Internet will come back to the TV,” says David Kline of Cablevision. Or so the ind ustry hopes.In theory, interactive advertising can engage viewers in a way that 30-second spots do not. Unilever recently ran an interactive campaign for its Axe deodorant ( 除臭剂), which kept viewers engaged for more than threeminutes on average.The amount spent on interactive advertising on television is still small. Magna, an advertising agency, reckons it will be worth about $138 million this year. That falls far short of the billions of dollars people once expected it to generate. But DirecTV, Comcast and Time Warner Cable have all invested in it. A new effort led by Canoe Ventures, a coalition of leading cable providers, aims to make interactive advertising available across America later this year. BrightLine iTV, which designs and sells interactive ads, says interest has surged: it expects its revenues almost to triple this year. BSkyB, Britain’s biggest satellite-television service, already provides 9 million customers with interactive ads.Yet there are doubts whether people watching television, a “lean back” medium, crave interaction. Click-through rates have been high so far (around 3–4%, compared with less than 0.3% online), but that may be a result of the novelty. Interactive ads and viewers might not go well together.46. What does Colin Dix on mean by saying “It’s been the year of interactive television advertising for the last ten or twelve years” (Lines 3–4, Para.1)?A) Interactive television advertising will become popular in 10–12 years.B) Interactive television advertising has been under debate for the last decade or so.C) Interactive television advertising is successful when incorporated into situation comedies.D) Interactive television advertising has not achieved the anticipated results.47. What is the public’s response to Cablevision’s planned interactive TV advertising program?A) Pretty positive. B) Totally indifferent.C) Somewhat doubtful. D) Rather critical.48. What is the impact of the wide use of digital video recorders on TV advertising?A) It has made TV advertising easily accessible to viewers.B) It helps advertisers to measure the click-through rates.C) It has placed TV advertising at a great disadvantage.D) It enables viewers to check the sales items with ease.49. What do we learn about Unilever’s intera ctive campaign?A) It proves the advantage of TV advertising. B) It has done well in engaging the viewers.C) It helps attract investments in the company. D) It has boosted the TV advertising industry.50. How does the author view the hitherto high click-through rates?A) They may be due to the novel way of advertising.B) They signify the popularity of interactive advertising.C) They point to the growing curiosity of TV viewers.D) They indicate the future direction of media reform.Passage TwoQuestions 51 to 55 are based on the following passage.What can be done about mass unemployment? All the wise heads agree: there’re no quick or easy answers. There’s work to be done, but workers aren’t ready to do it—they’re in the wrong places, or they have the wrong skills. Our problems are “structural,” and will take many years to solve.But don’t bother asking for evidence that justifies this bleak view. There isn’t any. On the contrary, all the facts suggest that high unemployment in America is the resul t of inadequate demand. Saying that there’re no easy answers sounds wise, but it’s actually foolish: our unemployment crisis could be cured very quickly if we had the intellectual clarity and political will to act. In other words, structural unemployment is a fake problem, which mainly serves as an excuse for not pursing real solutions.The fact is job openings have plunged in every major sector, while the number of workers forced into part-time employment in almost all industries has soared. Unemployment has surged in every major occupational category. Only three states, with a combined population not much larger than that of Brooklyn, have unemployment rates below 5%. So the evidence contradicts the claim that we’re mainly suffering from structural unempl oyment. Why, then, has this claim become so popular?Part of the answer is that this is what always happens during periods of high unemployment—in part because experts and analysts believe that declaring the problem deeply rooted, with no easy answers, makes them sound serious.I’ve been looking at what self-proclaimed experts were saying about unemployment during the Great Depression; it was almost identical to what Very Serious People are saying now. Unemployment cannot be brought down rapidly, declared one 1935 analysis, because the workforce is “unadaptable and untrained. It cannot respond to the opportunities which industry may offer.” A few years later, a large defense buildup finally provided a fiscal stimulus adequate to the economy’s needs—and sud denly industry was eager to employ those “unadaptable and untrained” workers.But now, as then, powerful forces are ideologically opposed to the whole idea of government action on a sufficient scale to jump-start the economy. And that, fundamentally, is why claims that we face huge structural problems have been multiplying: they offer a reason to do nothing about the mass unemployment that is crippling our economy and our society.So what you need to know is that there’s no evidence whatsoever to back these claims. We aren’t suffering from a shortage of needed skills; we’re suffering from a lack of policy resolve. As I said, structural unemployment isn’t a real problem, it’s an excuse—a reason not to act on America’s problems at a time when action is desp erately needed.51. What does the author think is the root cause of mass unemployment in America?A) Corporate mismanagement. B) Insufficient demand.C) Technological advances. D) Workers’ slow adaptation.52. What does the author think of the experts’ claim concerning unemployment?A) Self-evident. B) Thought-provoking.C) Irrational. D) Groundless.53. What does the author say helped bring down unemployment during the Great Depression?A) The booming defense industry. B) The wise heads’ benefit package.C) Nationwide training of workers. D) Thorough restructuring of industries.54. What has caused claims of huge structural problems to multiply?A) Powerful opposition to government’s stimulus efforts.B) Very Serious People’s attempt to crippl e the economy.C) Evidence gathered from many sectors of the industries.D) Economists’ failure to detect the problems in time.55. What is the author’s purpose in writing the passage?A) To testify to the experts’ analysis of America’s problems.B) To offer a feasible solution to the structural unemployment.C) To show the urgent need for the government to take action.D) To alert American workers to the urgency for adaptation.Part IV Translation (30 minutes)Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to translate a passage from Chinese into English. You shouldwrite your answer on Answer Sheet 2.中国的创新正以前所未有的速度蓬勃发展。

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Course Notes 2016 Exams September 15 – June 17 ACCAPaper F2 - 双语讲义Management Accounting管理会计Tutor details2 Intro ductio n ACCA F 2No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval systemor transmitted, in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical,photocopying, recording or otherwise, without the prior written permissionof First Intuition Publishing Ltd.Any unauthorised reproduction or distribution in any form is strictlyprohibited as breach of copyright and may be punishable by law.© First Intuition Publishing Ltd, 2015ACCA F 2Intro ductio n 3ContentsPageIntroduction 1Contents 31Course structure 52Course materials 53Qualification structure 64The exam 65Question types 76Exam tips 77How to study F2 88Study planner 91: Nature, source and purpose of management information 131Accounting for management 132Sources of data 153Cost classification 174Presenting information 262: Cost accounting techniques 331Accounting for material, labour and overheads 332Absorption and marginal costing 533Cost accounting methods 574Alternative cost accounting 703: Budgeting 751Nature and purpose of budgeting 752Statistical techniques 773Budget preparation 904Flexible budgets 975Capital budgeting and discounted cash flows 986Budgetary control and reporting 1107Behavioural aspects of budgeting 1134: Standard costing 1171Standard costing systems 1172Variance calculations and analysis 1183Reconciliation of budgeted and actual profit 1265: Performance measurement 1291Performance measurement overview 1292Performance measurement – application 1313Cost reductions and value enhancement 1414Monitoring performance and reporting 1424 Intro ductio n ACCA F 2Solutions to lecture examples 145Chapter 1 145 Chapter 2 146 Chapter 3 156 Chapter 4 164 Chapter 5 167Formulae sheets 169ACCA F 2Intro ductio n 5 1Course structureHome Study Introduction – How to Study F2To get off to the best possible start, we recommend you contact your tutor once you have receivedyour study materials. Your tutor will explain how to tackle your studies and get you started on yourfirst Study Session.If you prefer to get started straight away you should read “How to Study F2” below.Study sessionsThis study guide breaks down the syllabus into manageable study sessions, following the syllabus, andnumbered in accordance with the chapters in the Study notes. We tell you which chapters to read, andthen which questions to attempt from the Question Bank.It is not enough just to read the study notes. You must practise questions from the Question Bank asrecommended in each study session. The questions in the Question Bank are the same style as thosein the real exam and will give you exposure to all the possible pitfalls.It is better to attempt them as you go along, when the subject matter is fresh in your mind. You shouldcheck your answers with the answers and make sure you understand the suggested answer for anyquestions you get wrong.Revision sessionsWhen you have completed all the study sessions you should spend some time revising the core topicsWhen you are getting most of these right you are ready to attempt the Mock exam. If at all possibleyou should attempt this under real exam conditions, i.e. to the correct time and with no distractions.You can always come and sit your exam at First Intuition – just call your tutor to arrange a convenienttime.When you have completed the Mock you should check your answers. Make a note of any you getwrong and look at the model solution where given. If you still have any problems call your tutor orcome and see us for some final advice. If you score at least 60% in the Mock then you should be readyto take the real exam.2Course materialsYou will receive the following:First Intuition study notesFirst Intuition Question BankPasscards*Online Study Text (in conjunction with Kaplan EN-Gage)*produced by BPP Learning Media6 Intro ductio n ACCA F 23Qualification structureThe ACCA qualification is structured as follows.Fundamentals Level Knowledge Module F1 AB The Accountant in Business F2 MA Management Accounting F3 FA Financial AccountingFundamentals Level Skills Module F4 CL Corporate LawF5 PM Performance ManagementF6 TX TaxationF7 FR Financial ReportingF8 AA Audit & AssuranceF9 FM Financial Management Professional Level Essentials Module P1 PA Professional AccountantP2 CR Corporate ReportingP3 BA Business AnalysisProfessional Level Options Module (any two of these papers) P4 AFM Advanced Financial ManagementP5 APM Advanced Performance Management P6 ATX Advanced TaxationP7 AAA Advanced Audit & AssuranceAll papers are compulsory unless you gain exemptions from a relevant qualification. The modules must be attempted in the correct order, though you can sit the papers in any order. A maximum of fourpapers can be taken in any one exam sitting. Exams are in June and December each year. TheKnowledge Module subjects are examined by computer-based assessment and can be attempted atany time.4The examF2 is a two-hour computer-based or paper based examination.The paper is in two sectionsSection A contains 35 objective test questions. Each question is worth 2 marks (70 marks intotal)Section B contains 3 multi-task questions. Each question is worth 10 marks (30 marks in t otal).Multi task questions are a new question type which is being introduced in 2014. This newquestion type is explained more fully below.All questions are compulsory.The paper has a pass mark of 50%.ACCA F 2Intro ductio n 75 Question typesThe F2 exam consists of the following types of question: Objective test (OT) –These are single, short, automatically marked questions.Multiple task questions (MTQ) – These questions contain a series of tasks which relate t o one or more scenarios.The types of question that may be included are as follows:OT MTQMultiple Choice You are required to choose one answer from a list of options by clicking on the appropriate radio buttonMultiple Response You are required to select more than one response from the options provided by clicking the appropriate tick boxes Multiple Response Matching You are required to select a response to a number of related statements by clicking on the radio button whichcorresponds to the appropriate response for each statement Number Entry You are required to key in a numerical response to the questionGapfill You are required to enter answers into blank areas Hot SpotYou are required to choose one or more answers by clicking on the appropriate hotspot area/ areas on an imageEach of the above types of question are included in the companion Question Bank. Examples of each of the question types and how they are marked can also be found on the ACCA’s website at Specimen examThe ACCA’s specimen exam reflecting the new exam formats and incorporating all question types, is included in this Question Bank.6 Exam tipsRead the requirement very carefully . With calculation questions there are many opportunities for your examiner to confuse you or try and catch you out. It will be very easy to arrive at a result that is one of the options available.Manage your time . You have an average of 2 minutes and 24 seconds per question. S ome will take longer than others, particularly those that involve calculating a numerical answer. So if you get stuck on a question, make a note of the question number and move on. If you have time at the end of the exam you can go back and tackle the tricky questionsYou may be asked to choose one or more correct statements from a given list. Read each statement carefully. If you are unsure about one or more of them, move on and deal with the statements you do agree with. You may find the correct answer by process of elimination without needing to revisit the statements you are unsure about. In any event you should certainly be able to narrow down your choices.If you think you will run out of time, stop five minutes before the end and guess any remaining answers – remember you have a one in four chance of getting those questions right which could make the difference between a pass and a fail.8 Intro ductio n ACCA F 2 7How to study F2Plan your study timeGet your diary out and decide when, where and how often you want to study. If you followed a FirstIntuition course you would receive a minimum of five full days tuition, and be expected to doadditional work at home. Studying on your own is harder and will take longer. You should expect tospend at least 3 hours studying per week. On this basis it should take approximately two months tolearn the study material, then you should allow additional time for revision and final question practice.Most students should be ready to take the exam 3 months after commencing their studies.Set a target date for the examThis is very important with computer-based exams. If you don’t set a target there is a danger that you will spread your study time over too long a period, will lose momentum or simply not get around totaking the exam. When you set your target bear in mind how you wish to progress through thesyllabus, as from paper F4 onwards you are tied to the paper-based exam sittings in June andDecember. For example, if you wish to progress to the Skills level papers for a December sitting youshould complete your computer-based exams by 31 July.Make the most out of your study sessionsTry and complete each study session in one go so that you learn each topic in turn. Some sessions are longer than others, but make sure you take a break between sessions.Read the ACCA study guide at the start of each session so you know the learning outcomes for thatparticular session. Check the tutor tips for advice on how to tackle questions or which areas focus on.Then read the relevant chapter of the course notes.It is essential that you try the questions from the Question Bank where indicated. You will not passthe exam if you don’t attempt the questions. Check your answers and make sure you understand the workings for any that you get wrong. Often you will find that you got the wrong answer because youdidn’t read the question properly – the examiner does like to try and catch you out! If you get stuckgive your tutor a call and ask for advice.RevisionYou should attempt the additional question banks for each of the revision sessions as well as re-reading the study notes. When you are getting at least half of the questions right you are ready toattempt the Mock Exam. If you achieve at least 60% in the Mocks then you should be ready to attempt the real exam.The real examWhen are ready to attempt the real exam give us a call to arrange your CBE (or contact your nearestCBE centre). We hold weekly exam sessions but will do our best to be flexible so you can sit the examat a time that suits you.ACCA F 2Intro ductio n 9 8Study planner10 Intro ductio n ACCA F 2ACCA F 2Intro ductio n 118.1 Practical Experience Requirements (PER) and Performance ObjectivesACCA requires students to have 36 months’ practical experience in order to become members. Part ofthe practical experience requirements is achieving performance objectives that demonstrate that youcan apply what you’ve learnt when studying to real-life, work activities.ACCA has set out 20 performance objectives in 9 areas. You are required to achieve 13 performanceobjectives – all 9 Essentials performance objectives and any 4 Options performance objectives. ACCAhas provided guidance on which objectives are strongly linked to which exam. The relevant objectivesfor F2, which comprise Essentials and Options objectives, are:Manage self (relevant for all exams)(5)Communicate effectively (relevant for all exams)(6)Use information and communications technology (relevant for all exams)(12)Prepare financial information for management (relevant for F2, F5 and P5)(13)Contribute to budget planning and production (relevant for F2, F5 and P5)(14)Monitor and control budgets (relevant for F2, F5 and P5)No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system or transmitted, in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise, without the prior written permission of First Intuition Publishing Ltd.Any unauthorised reproduction or distribution in any form is strictly prohibited as breach of copyright and may be punishable by law.© First Intuition Publishing1 Accounting for management(a)Describe the purpose and role of cost and management accounting within an organisation.(b)Compare and contrast financial accounting with cost and management a ccounting.The purpose of cost and management accounting is to assist the management in running theirbusiness to achieve its overall plans, make the correct decisions and to control the business.1 管理会计(a)描述组织内部成本会计和管理会计的目的与作用。

用英语介绍去上海迪士尼旅游作文全文共3篇示例，供读者参考篇1IntroductionShanghai Disneyland is a magical destination located in the heart of Shanghai, China. It is a theme park inspired by the enchanting world of Disney and offers a unique experience for visitors of all ages. In this essay, I will introduce the various attractions, entertainment options, dining experiences, and accommodations available at Shanghai Disneyland.AttractionsShanghai Disneyland is home to a wide range of attractions that cater to different interests and age groups. From thrilling rides to enchanting shows, there is something for everyone to enjoy. Some of the most popular attractions include:1. TRON Lightcycle Power Run: This high-speed roller coaster takes riders on a thrilling journey through the digital world of TRON.2. Pirates of the Caribbean: Battle for the Sunken Treasure: This innovative dark ride combines cutting-edge technology with classic storytelling to create an immersive experience.3. Roaring Rapids: Experience a thrilling whitewater rafting adventure through the heart of Adventure Isle.4. Enchanted Storybook Castle: Explore the majestic castle that serves as the centerpiece of Shanghai Disneyland and houses a variety of attractions and experiences.EntertainmentIn addition to the attractions, Shanghai Disneyland offers a variety of entertainment options that bring the magic of Disney to life. From live shows to parades, there is always something exciting happening at the park. Some of the must-see entertainment options include:1. Mickey's Storybook Express: Join Mickey and friends for a vibrant parade featuring colorful floats, lively music, and beloved Disney characters.2. Tarzan: Call of the Jungle: Immerse yourself in the jungle world of Tarzan with this live stage show featuring acrobatics, music, and storytelling.3. Ignite the Dream – A Nighttime Spectacular of Magic and Light: Witness a breathtaking fireworks display that lights up the night sky and showcases iconic Disney moments.DiningShanghai Disneyland offers a variety of dining options that cater to different tastes and preferences. Whether you're craving traditional Chinese cuisine or classic theme park snacks, there is something for every palate. Some of the dining options available at the park include:1. Royal Banquet Hall: Enjoy a luxurious dining experience fit for royalty in the lavish setting of the Enchanted Storybook Castle.2. Remy's Patisserie: Indulge in a selection of delicious pastries, cakes, and desserts inspired by the culinary world of Ratatouille.3. Tangled Tree Tavern: Feast on hearty pub fare and refreshing drinks in a charming tavern inspired by the world of Tangled.AccommodationsFor those looking to extend their magical experience, Shanghai Disneyland offers a range of accommodations thatcater to different budgets and preferences. Whether you prefer a luxury hotel or a budget-friendly option, there is something for everyone. Some of the accommodations available near the park include:1. Shanghai Disneyland Hotel: This luxurious hotel offers elegant rooms, fine dining options, and stunning views of the Enchanted Storybook Castle.2. Toy Story Hotel: Step into the whimsical world of Toy Story with themed rooms, playful decor, and fun amenities for guests of all ages.3. Joya Hotel: This budget-friendly option offers comfortable accommodations, convenient amenities, and easy access to Shanghai Disneyland.ConclusionIn conclusion, Shanghai Disneyland offers a magical experience that combines the enchanting world of Disney with the vibrant culture of Shanghai. With a wide range of attractions, entertainment options, dining experiences, and accommodations, there is something for everyone to enjoy. Whether you're a thrill-seeker, a foodie, a Disney fan, or a nature lover, Shanghai Disneyland has something special waiting foryou. So why wait? Start planning your magical adventure to Shanghai Disneyland today!篇2Shanghai Disneyland is a magical destination that offers a wonderful experience for visitors of all ages. Located in the Pudong district of Shanghai, China, this Disneyland park opened its gates to the public in June 2016 and has since become a popular attraction for both locals and tourists.Visitors to Shanghai Disneyland can expect to find a wide range of Disney-themed attractions and entertainment options, as well as dining and shopping opportunities. The park is divided into several themed areas, each with its own unique atmosphere and attractions. From the iconic fairytale castle in Fantasyland to the thrilling rides in Tomorrowland, there is something for everyone to enjoy at Shanghai Disneyland.One of the highlights of a visit to Shanghai Disneyland is the nighttime spectacular, "Ignite the Dream - A Nighttime Spectacular of Magic and Light." This stunning fireworks show features music, lights, and special effects that bring Disney characters and stories to life in a beautiful display that is not to be missed.In addition to the main park, Shanghai Disneyland also features a resort area with two themed hotels and a shopping, dining, and entertainment district known as Disneytown. Visitors can extend their stay at the resort and enjoy all that Shanghai Disneyland has to offer in a convenient and magical setting.Overall, a trip to Shanghai Disneyland is a magical experience that is sure to create lasting memories for visitors of all ages. Whether you are a Disney fan or simply looking for a fun and entertaining adventure, Shanghai Disneyland is a destination that you won't want to miss. Plan your trip today and get ready to embark on a magical journey through the world of Disney!篇3Planning a Trip to Shanghai DisneylandShanghai Disneyland, located in Pudong, Shanghai, China, is a magical destination for both children and adults. If you are considering a trip to this enchanting theme park, it is important to plan ahead to make the most of your experience. In this guide, we will provide you with all the information you need to know before embarking on your journey to Shanghai Disneyland.Getting there:Shanghai Disneyland is easily accessible by public transportation. The most convenient way to get to the park is by taking the Shanghai Metro Line 11 to the Disneyland Resort Station. From there, you can either walk or take a shuttle bus to the park entrance. If you prefer to take a taxi or drive, there is ample parking available at the resort.Tickets:It is recommended to purchase your tickets in advance online to avoid long lines at the entrance. You can choose from several ticket options, including one-day tickets, two-day tickets, and annual passes. Be sure to check the park's website for current prices and any special promotions.Accommodation:If you are planning to stay overnight, there are several hotels located within the Disneyland Resort area, such as the Shanghai Disneyland Hotel and the Toy Story Hotel. These hotels offer themed rooms and convenient access to the park, making them ideal choices for families and Disney enthusiasts.Attractions:Shanghai Disneyland features a wide range of attractions, including classic Disney rides like Pirates of the Caribbean andIt's a Small World, as well as newer attractions like TRON Lightcycle Power Run and Roaring Rapids. Be sure to check the park map and schedule for show times and charactermeet-and-greet opportunities.Dining:There are numerous dining options available throughout the park, ranging from quick-service snack stands to sit-down restaurants. Don't miss the opportunity to try some of the park's specialty treats, such as Mickey-shaped waffles and pineapple Dole Whip. Be sure to make dining reservations in advance if you plan to eat at a table-service restaurant.Shopping:No trip to Disneyland would be complete without some souvenirs to take home. The park offers a wide range of merchandise, including plush toys, clothing, and collectibles. Be sure to visit the Emporium on Main Street for a wide selection of Disney-themed items.Safety:While visiting Shanghai Disneyland, it is important to follow all safety guidelines and regulations. Be sure to wear comfortable shoes, stay hydrated, and adhere to any height orage restrictions on rides. Keep an eye on your belongings at all times and be aware of your surroundings in crowded areas.In conclusion, a trip to Shanghai Disneyland is a magical experience that is sure to create lasting memories for you and your family. By planning ahead and following these tips, you can make the most of your visit to this enchanting theme park. Don't forget to bring your camera to capture all the fun and excitement!。

REACH 附录XVII 最新修订— 铅及其化合物要求的变更 欧盟官方公报已于2015年4月23日公布了对REACH 附录XVII 中第63条铅及其化合物要求的修订，修订内容将于2015年5月13日正式生效。

修订案在对饰品原有管控要求不变的基础上，扩大了产品的管控范围，涵盖的产品类别包括儿童用品、日用杂货、纺织品、鞋、箱包皮具、配饰、文具、体育和休闲用品等在内的大众消费品，但有豁免产品条款。

修订内容新增7-10条款，其中7、8条款为主要内容，为避免新增条款带来的歧义，对原要求中第6条的解释也进行了调整，详细内容如下：CTT -TT -N15002CTT-TT-N15002REACH Annex XVII Amendment— lead and its compounds requirement April 23, 2015, EU Official Journal released therevision which will take effect on May 13, 2015 on leadand its compounds requirement, under REACH AnnexXVII on April 23, 2015. Based on the initial lead and itscompounds requirement on jewelry articles, theamendment has expanded the restriction range ofproducts, covering the consumer goods includingchildren's products, groceries, textiles, shoes, bags,cases, accessories, stationery, sports, leisure productsand so on. Simultaneously, the exemption products listis also provided under the amendment. The specificcontents are as follows:CTT -TT -N15002CTT-TT-N15002。

给女人提出了16条健康指南牛津大学的科学家们通过对130万女性长达13年的跟踪研究发现，许多疾病的产生与女人的生活方式有着直接关联。

由此，他们给女人提出了16条健康指南。

1.尽量别喝碳酸饮料。

可乐等碳酸饮料中含有磷酸盐形式的磷酸，它会影响钙的吸收。

一项关于骨质疏松症的研究显示，一周喝5罐汽水，包括4罐可乐，年龄较长的女人骨密度会降低4%。

所以女人尽量不要喝碳酸饮料。

2.不要太瘦也不可过胖。

理想的体重指数约为24。

体重指数BMI的计算方法为：体重(公斤)除以身高(米)的平方。

如果低于这个体重，就会影响生育。

例如体重指数小于18.5的女人怀孕的概率会更小。

此外体重指数小于19的女人更易患骨质疏松症。

3.多吃香蕉。

1/4的中年女人正经歷着抑郁和焦虑。

抑郁的发生，通常是因为体内缺乏“快乐激素”，即复合胺造成的。

而复合胺的缺乏是因为摄入氨基酸、色氨酸的摄入不足，人体无法合成这种氨基酸，只能通过食物来摄取。

补充色氨酸要多吃火鸡、乳酪、李子和香蕉等。

因此专家建议，女人最好一周吃4~11根香蕉。

4.少饮酒。

女人每天喝一杯酒，患乳腺癌的几率就从9.5%升至10.6%。

此外，喝酒也可能引发其他癌症。

目前，专家还没有明确给出饮酒量的安全范围，但他们建议，尽量不喝或少喝。

5.不要吸烟。

吸烟女人患病几率比不吸烟女人高出2倍。

烟硷堆积在子宫黏液中，会降低身体对人乳头瘤病毒的抵抗能力，从而大大增加患宫颈癌的风险。

此外，吸烟还会破坏人体的免疫系统。

因此，不要吸烟，特别是女人。

6. 35岁前完成生育。

研究发现，女人在20岁至35岁之间生孩子，乳腺癌发病率会降低7%。

母乳餵养12个月，乳腺癌等疾病发病率将降低4.3%。

这是因为，怀孕和哺乳可以降低雌激素水准，也意味着降低了癌症风险。

同时，胆囊疾病的发病率也会降低7%。

母乳餵养超过13个月，女人患风湿性关节炎的风险会减半。

7.坚持负重训练。

一生当中，70%的女人都会遭遇背痛。

如果你正经歷着疼痛，最好的缓解方法就是多做哑铃和杠铃运动。

2016年六月大学英语四级考试真题二全文共3篇示例，供读者参考篇1Title: 2016 June College English Test Level 4 (CET-4) Exam Paper TwoIntroductionThe College English Test Level 4 (CET-4) is an important examination for Chinese students studying in universities. In June 2016, the CET-4 exam included two writing tasks that tested students' writing abilities, as well as reading and listening comprehension and grammar knowledge. This article will discuss the second writing task of the 2016 June CET-4 exam and provide a sample answer for reference.Writing TaskIn the second writing task of the 2016 June CET-4 exam, students were asked to write an essay on the topic: "The Importance of Environmental Protection." They were required to express their opinions on the significance of protecting the environment and provide reasons to support their views.Sample AnswerEnvironmental protection is a critical issue that concerns the well-being of our planet and future generations. As the world faces increasing threats from pollution, deforestation, and climate change, it is imperative that we take action to preserve and protect our environment.One reason why environmental protection is important is that it helps to ensure the health and safety of living organisms. Pollution from factories, vehicles, and agricultural activities can contaminate air, water, and soil, leading to serious health problems for humans and other animals. By reducing pollution and practicing sustainable resource management, we can create a cleaner and healthier environment for all living things.Another reason why environmental protection is essential is that it helps to preserve biodiversity and ecosystems. As human activities continue to encroach on natural habitats, many plant and animal species are facing extinction. By conserving natural areas and protecting wildlife, we can maintain the balance of ecosystems and prevent the loss of valuable species.Furthermore, environmental protection is vital for mitigating the effects of climate change. The emission of greenhouse gases from human activities is causing global temperatures to rise,leading to more frequent and severe natural disasters. By reducing our carbon footprint and investing in renewable energy sources, we can limit the impact of climate change and create a more sustainable future for our planet.In conclusion, environmental protection is crucial for safeguarding the health of our planet and future generations. By taking action to reduce pollution, preserve biodiversity, and combat climate change, we can create a more sustainable and livable world for all. It is incumbent upon us to prioritize environmental protection and work together to ensure a bright and prosperous future for our planet.ConclusionThe second writing task of the 2016 June CET-4 exam provided students with an opportunity to express their views on the importance of environmental protection. By discussing the significance of protecting the environment and providing reasons to support their opinions, students demonstrated their writing skills and knowledge of environmental issues. It is hoped that this article has provided useful insights into the writing task and offered a sample answer for reference.篇2In June 2016, the College English Test (CET) Level 4, also known as the English Proficiency Test, was held in China. This test is a crucial examination for Chinese university students aiming to demonstrate their English language skills.The 2016 June CET Level 4 exam contained various sections, testing students' listening, reading, writing, and translation abilities. With a total score of 710 points, the test aims to evaluate students' proficiency in English.The listening section comprised of various dialogues and monologues, testing students' ability to comprehend spoken English. The reading section included passages from different topics, ranging from academic articles to conversations in daily life. The writing section required students to construct coherent and persuasive essays on given topics. Lastly, the translation section asked students to translate sentences from Chinese to English, and vice versa.The difficulty level of the 2016 June CET Level 4 exam was considered moderate by many students who took the test. The listening and reading sections were generally well-received, with students finding the topics interesting and manageable. However, some students found the writing and translationsections challenging, as they required a higher level of language proficiency and vocabulary.Overall, the 2016 June CET Level 4 exam was a comprehensive test of students' English skills, providing a valuable opportunity for them to showcase their linguistic abilities. It is an essential test for Chinese university students, as it not only assesses their English proficiency but also opens up opportunities for further academic and professional development.篇32016年六月大学英语四级考试真题二Part I Writing (30 minutes)Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write an essay on how to balance work and play. You should write at least 150 words but no more than 200 words.Balancing work and play is essential for maintaining a healthy and fulfilling lifestyle. It is important to find a harmonious equilibrium between the responsibilities of work and the joys of leisure activities. Here are some tips on how to achieve this balance.First and foremost, time management is crucial. Prioritizing tasks and creating a schedule can help ensure that work deadlines are met while also allowing time for relaxation and hobbies. By effectively managing your time, you can avoid feeling overwhelmed and stressed.Additionally, it is important to set boundaries. Learn to say no to unnecessary work commitments and establish clear boundaries between work and play. Make sure to allocate specific time for both aspects of your life, and stick to those boundaries to prevent one from encroaching on the other.Furthermore, make time for self-care. Engage in activities that bring you joy and replenish your energy, such as exercising, reading, or spending time with loved ones. Taking care of your mental and physical well-being is essential for maintaining balance.In conclusion, balancing work and play requires intentional effort and self-discipline. By practicing effective time management, setting boundaries, and prioritizing self-care, you can achieve a healthy and fulfilling balance between your work responsibilities and leisure activities.Part II Listening Comprehension (30 minutes)Section ADirections: In this section, you will hear 8 short conversations and 2 long conversations. At the end of each conversation, one or more questions will be asked about what was said. Both the conversation and the questions 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 centre.11. A) She is allergic to grass.B) She enjoys playing soccer.C) She doesn’t like the new grass field.D) She is not likely to play soccer.12. A) The woman accompanied the man to the concert.B) The man didn’t go to the concert.C) The woman liked the heavy metal band.D) The man preferred the jazz performance.13. A) On weekends.B) After 5:30.C) Before the meeting.D) During the holidays.14. A) Secretary and client.B) Waiter and customer.C) Manager and assistant.D) Boss and employee.15. A) Too high for the woman to reach.B) Too bulky to carry all at once.C) Wrongly pricedD) In a bad condition.16. A) The man has changed his mind.B) The woman’s suggestion is not welcome.C) The man intends to have a snack.D) The woman has ordered something else.17. A) He doesn’t believe the rumors.B) Some of the rumors are true.C) Nothing has happened recently.D) He is aware of what happens.18. A) She has no time for the man.B) She is expecting a phone call from her boss.C) She prefers to put off the meeting.D) She is going to be late for the meeting.Now you’ve finished all the reading texts& the true tasks in Section A.Section BDirections: In this section, you will hear 3 short passages. At the end of each passage, you will hear some questions. Both the passage and the questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a question, you must choose the best answer from the four choices marked A), B), C) and D). Then mark the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the centre.Passage OneQuestions 19 to 21 are based on the passage you have just heard.19. A) Bill Gates’ prediction on education.B) A farmer’s futuristic plan fo r his land.C) Diversified options for new farmers.D) Changing perspectives on farming.20. A) The visual appeal of agriculture.B) The surge in high-tech farming.C) The need for self-reliance in farming.D) The impact of urbanization on agriculture.21. A) It is more lucrative.B) It provides a healthier way of life.C) It stimulates one’s intellectual development.D) It helps build community relationships.Passage TwoQuestions 22 to 24 are based on the passage you have just heard.22. A) By offering them free trials.B) By providing discounts for new subscribers.C) By giving them access to all digital content.D) By allowing them to modify their subscriptions.23. A) They can enjoy a greater variety of content.B) They can share the cost of subscription fees.C) They can access more detailed information.D) They can keep up with the latest technology.24. A) They offer a wider range of digital content.B) They require more investment from customers.C) They usually provide free trial versions.D) They need to cater to the demands of customers.Passage ThreeQuestions 25 to 27 are based on the passage you have just heard.25. A) Researchers in a scientific lab.B) Farmers in search of superior seeds.C) Gardeners trying out new crops.D) Consumers buying organic products.26. A) They may not be as nutritious.B) They are relatively easier to grow.C) They are by no means genetically modified.D) They are hardly obtainable due to their scarcity.27. A) The taste of organic produce is more appealing.B) Organic farming relies more on traditional methods.C) Organic products tend to cost more than others.D) Organic seeds are resistant to pests and diseases.Now you've finished all the reading texts and the true tasks in Section B.Section CDirections: In this section, you will hear a passage three times. When the passage is read for the first time, you should listen carefully for its general idea. When the passage is read for the second time, you are required to fill in the blanks with the exact words you have just heard. Finally, when the passage is read for the third time, you should check what you have written.Now listen to the passage.After graduating from college, many students are faced with the dilemma of choosing between pursuing further studies or starting their careers. While some may opt for (28) ___________education to deepen their knowledge in a particular field, others choose to enter the workforce to gain practical experience. For those considering (29) ___________ studies, it is important to weigh the benefits of enhanced expertise against the costs of additional tuition fees and lost (30) ___________. On the other hand, those aiming to kick-start their careers might have to sacrifice academic pursuits in favor of professional (31)___________. Ultimately, the decision between continuing education and entering the workforce depends on an individual’s goals, preferences, a nd circumstances.Now listen to the passage again.After graduating from college, many students are faced with the dilemma of choosing between pursuing further studies or starting their careers. While some may opt for (28) ___________ education to deepen their knowledge in a particular field, others choose to enter the workforce to gain practical experience. For those considering (29) ___________ studies, it is important to weigh the benefits of enhanced expertise against the costs of additional tuition fees and lost (30) ___________. On the other hand, those aiming to kick-start their careers might have to sacrifice academic pursuits in favor of professional (31)___________. Ultimately, the decision between continuingeducation and entering the workforce depends on an individual’s goals, preferences, and circumstances.Now listen to the passage again.After graduating from college, many students are faced with the dilemma of choosing between pursuing further studies or starting their careers. While some may opt for (28) ___________ education to deepen their knowledge in a particular field, others choose to enter the workforce to gain practical experience. For those considering (29) ___________ studies, it is important to weigh the benefits of enhanced expertise against the costs of additional tuition fees and lost (30) ___________. On the other hand, those aiming to kick-start their careers might have to sacrifice academic pursuits in favor of professional (31)___________. Ultimately, the decision between continuing education and entering the workforce depends on an individual’s goals, preferences, and circumstances.Part III Reading Comprehension (40 minutes)Section ADirections: In this section, there is a passage with ten blanks. You are required to select one word for each blank from a list of choices given in a word bank following the passage. Read thepassage through carefully before making your choices. Each choice in the bank is identified by a letter. Please mark the corresponding letter for each item on Answer Sheet 2 with a single line through the center. You may not use any of the words in the bank more than once.Education may be the key to (32) ___________ people from poverty, but their social (33) ___________ may still keep them from attending school. Could technological advances help solve that (34) ___________? Imagine a student in Rwanda brushing up on advanced mathematics alongside her peers in California because the two groups (35) ___________ (36) ___________ a virtual classroom. They attend lectures given by the world’s finest lecturers and submit assignments that are (37) ___________ by the best experts in the field. From time to time, the Rwandan student is asked to give a (38) ___________ demonstration of what she has learned to her peers in California, who give her constructive feedback. Her life will forever be (39) ___________ because of the (40) ___________ of distance learning.A. partnershipB. initiativeC. consultationD. in vainE. implicationsF. far-flungG. communalH. significantI. experience J. assignment K. alteringL. outcomeM. lacking N. rendering O. meanwhile P. differenceSection BDirections: In this section, you are going to read a passage with ten statements attached to it. Each statement contains information given in one of the paragraphs. Identify the paragraph from which the information is derived. You may choose a paragraph more than once. Each paragraph is marked with a letter. Answer the questions by marking the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 2.A People with depression need help and support to recover just like someone with a physical illness. Education dispels myths, eliminates fear, and (41) ___________ individuals understand that help is (42) ___________. It’s important to know that physical and mental health are intermingled, and consequently, people who have mental health issues ought to be treated with the same empathy and respect as those with a physical illness.B Over the years, misconceptions about depression have increased, leading to more stigma. To make matters worse, manypeople who have depression do not seek help because they may be (43) ___________ how they will be treated. As such, educating individuals about the condition can help alleviate such fear of the unknown.C Media campaigns can be (44) ___________ in informing the public about depression, but they cannot act as a replacement for a good therapist. It’s encouraging that celebrities and public figures are speaking out about their experiences with depression, (45) ___________ light on the issue and combating misconceptions.D The “Depression: Let’s Talk” campaign that was (46) ___________ by WHO is an important step in eliminating stigma associated with depression. By placing a spotlight on this condition. This campaign helps individuals realize that they are not (47) ___________ in their struggles and that there is no shame in seeking help.E A (48) ___________ treatment approach is necessary to combat depression effectively. This often includes different types of therapy, such as cognitive-behavioral therapy, as well as medication. Individuals with depression need a personalized treatment plan that (49) ___________ their specific needs.F Improving access to mental health services should be a top(50) ___________. Unfortunately, many individuals do not receive adequate care for their depression due to lack of resources or stigma. Governments and healthcare providers must work together to ensure that mental health services are easily available to those who need them.G Exercise can be a powerful tool in managing depression. Physical activity has been shown to (51) ___________ mood and relieve stress, anxiety, and depression. Encouraging individuals with depression to engage in regular exercise can have significant (52) ___________ on their well-being.H An important step in addressing depression is reducing the stigma associated with mental illness. Education and awareness (53) ___________ can help dispel misconceptions and encourage those who are struggling to seek help. By creating an environment where individuals feel comfortable talking about their mental health, we can make great progress in combating this condition.Section CDirections: There is a passage with ten blanks. You are required to select one word for each blank from a list of choices given in a word bank following the passage. Read the passagethrough carefully before making your choices. Each choice in the bank is identified by a letter. Please mark the corresponding letter for each item on Answer Sheet 2 with a single line through the center. You may not use any of the words in the bank more than once.Haruki Murakami once said, “The most important thing we learn at school is the fact that the most important things can’t be learned at school.” Education is undoubtedly important, but (54) ___________ and experiences outside the classroom have their own value. For some, college is a time of self-discovery, where individuals (55) ___________ their passions and interests and (56) ___________ on a path toward their future careers. However, for others, college is a more challenging experience that can be (57) ___________ by academic pressure, social expectations, and financial stress.As a society, we place a significant emphasis on academic success, but the truth is that (58) ___________ intelligence is just as crucial for overall well-being. Emotional intelligence, which encompasses self-awareness, empathy, and interpersonal skills, plays a pivotal role in navigating the complexities of the world and forging meaningful relationships. While academic achievements may open doors, emotional intelligence (59)___________ individuals to walk through those doors with confidence and grace.(60) ___________ the importance of emotional intelligence is widely acknowledged, it is often (61) ___________ in educational curriculums. Schools prioritize academic performance over emotional well-being, leading to a generation of students who may excel in their studies but lack the emotional resilience needed to (62) ___________ the challenges of adulthood. As we continue to (63) ___________ the role of education in our society, it is essential to (64) ___________ the focus on emotional intelligence and provide students with the tools they need to succeed in all aspects of their lives.A. confrontB. spurC. considerableD. pursueE. realizationsF. byG. acknowledgedH. experiencesI. navigate J. embody K. adaptL. enhanceM. overlooked N. convey O. orderP. challengePart IV Translation (30 minutes)Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to translate a passage from Chinese into English. You should write your answer on Answer Sheet 2.众所周知，成功的关键因素之一是有效的时间管理。

2016年6月英语六级真题第一套Part III Reading Comprehension (40 minutes)Section ADirections:In this section,there is a passage with ten blanks.You are required to select one word for each blank from a list of choices given in a word bank following the passage.Read the passage through carefully before making your choices.Each choice in the bank is identified by a letter.Please mark the corresponding letter for each item on Answer Sheet 2with a single line through the centre.You may not use any of the words in the bank more than once.Pursuing a career is an essential part of adolescent development.“The adolescent becomes an adult when he_26_a real job.”To cognitive researchers likePiaget,adulthood meant the beginning of an_27_.Piaget argued that once adolescents enter the world of work,their newly acquired ability to form hypotheses allows them to create representations that are too ideal.The_28_of such ideals,without the tempering of the reality of a job or profession,rapidly leads adolescents to become _29_ of the non-idealistic world and to press for reform in a characteristically adolescent way.Piaget said:“True adaptation to society comes_30_when the adolescent reformer attempts to put his ideas to work.”Of course,youthful idealism is often courageous,and no one likes to give up dreams.Perhaps,taken_31_out of context,Piaget’s statement seems harsh.What he was_32_，however,is the way reality can modify idealistic views.Some people refer to such modification as maturity.Piaget argued that attaining and accepting a vocation is one of the best ways to modify idealized views and to mature.As careers and vocations become less available during times of _33_,adolescents may be especially hard hit.Such difficult economic times may leave many adolescents_34_about their roles in society.For this reason,community interventionsand government job programs that offer summer and vacation work are not only economically_35_but also help to stimulate the adolescent’s sense of worth.A)automaticallyB)beneficialC)capturingD)confusedE)emphasizingF)entranceG)excitedH)existenceI)incidentallyJ)intolerantK)occupationL)promisesM)recessionN)slightlyO)undertakesSection BDirections:In this section,you are going to read a passage with ten statements attached to it.Each statement contains information given in one of the paragraphs.Identify the paragraph from which the information is derived.You may choose a paragraph more than once.Each paragraph is marked with a letter.Answer the questions by marking the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 2.Can societies be rich and green?[A]“If our economies are to flourish,if global poverty is to be eliminated and if the well-being of the world’s people enhanced—not just in this generation but in succeeding generations—we must make sure we take care of the natural environment and resources on which our economic activity depends.”That statement comes not,as you might imagine,from a stereotypicaltree-hugging,save-the-world greenie(环保主义者),but from Gordon Brown,a politician with a reputation for rigour,thoroughness and above all,caution.[B]A surprising thing for the man who runs one of the world’s most powerful economies to say?Perhaps;though in the run-up to the five-year review of the Millennium(千年的)Goals,he is far from alone.The roots of his speech,given in March at the roundtable meeting of environment and energy ministers from the G20 group of nations,stretch back to 1972,and the United Nations Conference on the Human Environment in Stockholm.[C]“The protection and improvement of the human environment is a major issue which affects the well-being of peoples and economic development throughout the world,”read the final declaration from this gathering,the first of a sequence which would lead to the Rio de Janeiro Earth Summit in 1992 and the World Development Summit in Johannesburg three years ago.[D]Hunt through the reports prepared by UN agencies and development groups —many for conferences such as this year’s Millennium Goals review—and you will find that the linkage between environmental protection and economic progress is a common thread.[E]Managing ecosystems sustainably is more profitable than exploitingthem,according to the Millennium Ecosystem Assessment.But finding hard evidence to support the thesis is not so easy.Thoughts turn first to some sort of global statistic,some indicator which would rate the wealth of nations in both economic and environmental terms and show a relationship between the two.[F]If such an indicator exists,it is well hidden.And on reflection,this is not surprising;the single word“environment”has so many dimensions,and there are so many other factors affecting wealth—such as the oil deposits—that teasing out a simple economy-environment relationship would be almost impossible.[G]The Millennium Ecosystem Assessment,a vast four-year global study which reported its initial conclusions earlier this year,found reasons to believe that managing ecosystems sustainably—working with nature rather than against it—might be less profitable in the short term,but certainly brings long-term rewards.[H]And the World Resources Institute(WRI)in its World Resources 2005report,issued at the end of August,produced several such examples from Africa and Asia;it also demonstrated that environmental degradation affects the poor more than the rich,as poorer people derive a much higher proportion of their income directly from the natural resources around them.[I]But there are also many examples of growing wealth by trashing the environment,in rich and poor parts of the world alike,whether through unregulated mineral extraction,drastic water use for agriculture,slash-and-burn farming,orfossil-fuel-guzzling(大量消耗)transport.Of course,such growth may not persist in the long term—which is what Mr.Brown and the Stockholm declaration were both attempting to point out.Perhaps the best example of boom growth and bust decline is the Grand Banks fishery.For almost five centuries a very large supply of cod(鳕鱼)provided abundant raw material for an industry which at its peak employed about 40,000 people,sustaining entire communities in Newfoundland.Then,abruptly,the cod population collapsed.There were no longer enough fish in the sea for the stock to maintain itself,let alone an industry.More than a decade later,there was no sign of the ecosystem re-building itself.It had,apparently,been fished out of existence;and the once mighty Newfoundland fleet now gropes about frantically for crab on the sea floor.[J]There is a view that modern humans are inevitably sowing the seed of a global Grand Banks-style disaster.The idea is that we are taking more out of what you might call the planet’s environmental bank balance than it can sustain;we are living beyond our ecological means.One recent study attempted to calculate the extent of this“ecological overshoot of the human economy”,and found that we are using 1.2 Earth’s-worth of environmental goods and services—the implication being that at some point the debt will be called in,and all those services—the things which the planet does for us for free—will grind to a halt.[K]Whether this is right,and if so where and when the ecological axe will fall,is hard to determine with any precision—which is why governments and financial institutions are only beginning to bring such risks into their economic calculations.Itis also the reason why development agencies are not united in their view of environmental issues;while some,like the WRI,maintain that environmental progress needs to go hand-in-hand with economic development,others argue that the priority is to build a thriving economy,and then use the wealth created to tackle environmental degradation.[L]This view assumes that rich societies will invest in environmental care.But is this right?Do things get better or worse as we get richer? Here the Stockholm declaration is ambiguous.“In the developing countries,”it says,“most of the environmental problems are caused by under-development.”So it is saying that economic development should make for a cleaner world?Not necessarily;“In the industralised countries,environmental problems are generally related to industrialisation and technological development,”it continues.In other words,poor and rich both over-exploit the natural world,but for different reasons.It’s simply not true that economic growth will surely make our world cleaner.[M]Clearly,richer societies are able to provide environmental improvements which lie well beyond the reach of poorer communities.Citizens of wealthy nations demand national parks,clean rivers,clean air and poison-free food.Theyalso,however,use far more natural resources-fuel,water(all those baths and golf courses)and building materials.[N]A case can be made that rich nations export environmental problems,the most graphic example being climate change.As a country’s wealth grows,so do its greenhouse gas emissions.The figures available will not be completelyaccurate.Measuring emissions is not a precise science, particularly when it comes to issues surrounding land use;not all nations have re-leased up-to-date data,and in any case,emissions from some sectors such as aviation are not included in national statistics.But the data is exact enough for a clear trend to be easily discernible.As countries become richer,they produce more greenhouse gases;and the impact of those gases will fall primarily in poor parts of the world.[O]Wealth is not,of course,the only factor involved.The average Norwegian is better off than the average US citizen,but contributes about half as much to climatechange.But could Norway keep its standard of living and yet cut its emissions to Moroccan or even Ethiopian levels?That question,repeated across a dozen environmental issues and across our diverse planet,is what will ultimately determine whether the human race is living beyond its ecological means as it pursues economic revival.36.Examples show that both rich and poor countries exploited the environment for economic progress.37.Environmental protection and improvement benefit people all over the world.38.It is not necessarily true that economic growth will make our world cleaner.39.The common theme of the UN reports is the relation between environmental protection and economic growth.40.Development agencies disagree regarding how to tackle environment issues while ensuring economic progress.41.It is difficult to find solid evidence to prove environmental friendliness generates more profits than exploiting the natural environment.42.Sustainable management of ecosystems will prove rewarding in the long run.43.A politician noted for being cautious asserts that sustainable human development depends on the natural environment.44.Poor countries will have to bear the cost for rich nations’economic development.45.One recent study warns us of the danger of the exhaustion of natural resources on Earth.Section CDirections:There are 2 passages in this section. 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 Answer Sheet 2 with a single line through the centre.Passage OneQuestions 46 to 50 are based on the following passage.Interactive television advertising, which allows viewers to use their remote controls to click on advertisements, has been pushed for years. Nearly a decade ago it was predicted that viewers of “Friends”, a popular situation comedy, would soon be able to purchase a sweater like Jennifer Aniston’s with a few taps on their remote control.“It’s been the year of interactive television advertising for the last ten or twelve years,”says Colin Dixon of a digital-media consultancy.So the news that Cablevision, and American cable company, was rolling out interactive advertisements to all its customers on October 6th was greeted with some skepticism. During commercials, an overlay will appear at the bottom of the screen, prompting viewers to press a button to request a free sample or order a catalogue. Cablevision hopes to allow customers to buy things with their remote controls early next year.Television advertising could do with a boost. Spending fell by 10% in the first half of the year. The popularization of digital video recorders has caused advertisers to worry that their commercials will be skipped. Some are turning to the Internet, which is cheaper and offers concrete measurements like click-through rates—especially important at a time when marketing budgets are tight. With the launch of interactive advertising,“many of the dollars that went to the Internet will come back to the TV,”says David Kline of Cablevision. Or so the industry hopes.In theory, interactive advertising can engage viewers in a way that 30-second spots do not. Unilever recently ran an interactive campaign for its Axe deodorant(除臭剂)，which kept viewers engaged for more than three minutes on average.The amount spent on interactive advertising on television is still small. Magna, an advertising agency, reckons it will be worth about $138 million this year. That falls far short of the billions of dollars people once expected it to generate. But DirecTV, Comcast and Time Warner Cable have all invested in it. A new effort led by Canoe Ventures, a coalition of leading cable providers, aims to make interactive advertising available across America later this year. BrightLine iTV, Which designs and sellsinteractive ads, says interest has surged: it expects its revenues almost to triple this year. BSkyB, Britain’s biggest satellite-television service, already provides 9 million customers with interactive ads.Yet there are doubts whether people watching television, a“lean back”medium, crave interaction. Click-through rates have been high so far(around 3-4%, compared with less than 0.3% online), but that may be a result of the novelty. Interactive ads and viewers might not go well together.46.What does Colin Dixon mean by saying“It’s been the year of interactive television advertising for the last ten or twelve years”(Lines 4-5, Para.1)?A)Interactive television advertising will become popular in 10-12 years.B)Interactive television advertising has been under debate for the last decade or so.C)Interactive television advertising is successful when incorporated into situation comedies.D)Interactive television advertising has not achieved the anticipated results.47.What is the public’s response to Cablevision’s planned interactive TV advertising program?A)Pretty positive.B)Totally indifferent.C)Somewhat doubtful.D)Rather critical.48.What is the impact of the wide use of digital video recorders on TV advertising?A)It has made TV advertising easily accessible to viewers.B)It helps advertisers to measure the click-through rates.C)It has placed TV advertising at a great disadvantage.D)It enables viewers to check the sales items with ease.49.What do we learn about Unilever’s interactive campaign?A)It proves the advantage of TV advertising.B)It has done well in engaging the viewers.C)It helps attract investments in the company.D)it has boosted the TV advertising industry.50.How does the author view the hitherto high click-through rates?A)They may be due to the novel way of advertising.B)They signify the popularity of interactive advertising.C)They point to the growing curiosity ofTV viewers.D)They indicate the future direction of media reform.Passage TwoQuestions 51 to 55 are based on the following passage.What can be done about mass unemployment? All the wise heads agree: there’re no quick or easy answers. There’s work to be done, but workers aren’t ready to do it—they’re in the wrong places, or they have the wrong skills, Our problems are “structural,”and will take many years to solve.But don’t bother asking for evidence that justifies this bleak view. There isn’t any. On the contrary, all the facts suggest that high unemployment in America is the result of inadequate demand. saying that there’re no easy answers sounds wise. But it’s actually foolish: our unemployment crisis could be cured very quickly if we had the intellectual clarity and political will to act. In other words, structural unemployment is a fake problem, which mainly serves as an excuse for not pursing real solutions.The fact is job openings have plunged in every major sector, while the number of workers forced into part-time employment in almost all industries has soared. Unemployment has surged in every major occupational category. Only three states. With a combined population not much larger than that of Brooklyn, have unemployment rates below 5%. So the evidence contradicts the claim that we’re mainly suffering from structural unemployment. Why, then, has this claim become so popular?Part of the answer is that this is what always happens during periods of highunemployment—in part because experts and analysts believe that declaring the problem deeply rooted, with no easy answers, makes them sound serious.I’ve been looking at what self-proclaimed experts were saying about unemployment during the Great Depression; it was almost identical to what Very Serious People are saying now. Unemployment cannot be brought down rapidly, declared one 1935 analysis, because the workforce is“unadaptable and untrained. It cannot respond to the opportunities which industry may offer.”A few years later, a large defense buildup finally provided a fiscal stimulus adequate to the economy’s needs—and suddenly industry was eager to employ those“unadaptable and untrained”workers.But now, as then, powerful forces are ideologically opposed to the whole idea of government action on a sufficient scale to jump-start the economy. And that, fundamentally, is why claims that we face huge structural problems have been multiplying: they offer a reason to do nothing about the mass unemployment that is crippling out economy and our society.So what you need to know is that there’s no evidence whatsoever to back these claims. We aren’t suffering from a shortage of needed skills, We’re suffering from a lack of policy resolve. As I said, structural unemployment isn’t a real problem, it’s an excuse—a reason not to act on America’s problems at a time when action is desperately needed.51.What does the author think is the root cause of mass unemployment in America?A)Corporate mismanagement.B)Insufficient demand.C)Technological advances.D)Workers’slow adaptation.52.What does the author think of the experts’claim concerning unemployment?A)Self-evident.B)Thought-provoking.C)Irrational.D)Groundless.53.What does the author say helped bring down unemployment during the Great Depression?A)The booming defense industry.B)The wise heads’benefit package.C)Nationwide training of workers.D)Thorough restructuring of industries.54.What has caused claims of huge structural problems to multiply?A)Powerful opposition to government’s stimulus efforts.B)Very Serious People’s attempt to cripple the economy.C)Evidence gathered from many sectors of the industries.D)Economists’failure to detect the problems in time.55.What is the author’s purpose in writing the passage?A)To testify to the experts’analysis of America’s problems.B)To offer a feasible solution to the structural unemployment.C)To show the urgent need for the government to take action.D)To alert American workers to the urgency for adaptation.Part IV Translation (30minutes)Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to translate a passage from Chinese into English. You should write your answer on Answer Sheet 2.中国的创新正以前所未有的速度蓬勃发展。