2019年西南大学考博英语真题(回忆版)

考博英语分类模拟题2019年(76)(总分42.5, 做题时间90分钟)Part Ⅰ Reading ComprehensionPassage OneIn bringing up children, every parent watches eagerly the child's acquisition (学会) of each new skill—the first spoken words, thefirst independent steps, or the beginning of reading and writing. It is often tempting to hurry the child beyond his natural learning rate, but this can set up dangerous feelings of failure and states of worry in the child. This might happen at any stage. A baby might be forced to use a toilet too early, a young child might be encouraged to learn to read before he knows the meaning of the words he reads. On the other hand, though, if a child is left alone too much, or without any learning opportunities, he loses his natural enthusiasm for life and his desire to find out new things for him-self.Parents vary greatly in their degree of strictness towardstheir children. Some may be especially strict in money matters. Others are severe over times of coming home at night or punctuality for meals. In general, the controls imposed represent the needs of the parents and the values of **munity as much as the child's own happiness.As regards the development of moral standards in the growing child, consistency is very important in parental teaching. To forbid a thing one day and excuse it the next is no foundation for morality (道德). Also, parents should realize that "example is better than precept". If they are not sincere and do not practise what they preach (说教), their children may grow confused, and emotionally insecure when they grow old enough to think for themselves, and realize they have been to some extent fooled.A sudden awareness of a marked difference between theirparents' principles and their morals can be a dangerous disappointment.SSS_SIMPLE_SIN1.Eagerly watching the child's acquisition of new skills ______.•** be avoided•** universal among parents•** up dangerous states of worry in the child** make him lose interest in learning new thingsA B C D分值: 1.5答案:B依据文章第一段，这种做法在父母中是普遍的。

西南大学考博英语模拟真题及其解析A report consistently brought back by visitors to the US is how friendly,courteous,and helpful most Americans were to them.To be fair,this observation is also frequently made of Canada and Canadians, and should best be considered North American.There are,of course, exceptions.Small-minded officials,rude waiters,and ill-mannered taxi drivers are hardly unknown in the US.Yet it is an observation made so frequently that it deserves comment.Geng duo yuan xiao wan zheng kao bo ying yu zhen ti ji qi jie xi qing lian xi quan guo mian fei zi xun dian hua:si ling ling liu liu ba liu jiu qi ba,huo jia zi xun qq:qi qi er liu qi ba wu san qi.For a long period of time and in many parts of the country,a traveler was a welcome break in an otherwise dull existence.Dullness and loneliness were common problems of the families who generally lived distant from one another.Strangers and travelers were welcome sources of diversion,and brought news of the outside world.The harsh realities of the frontier also shaped this tradition of hospitality.Someone traveling alone,if hungry,injured,or ill, often had nowhere to turn except to the nearest cabin or settlement. It was not a matter of choice for the traveler or merely a charitable impulse on the part of the settlers.It reflected the harshness of daily life:if you didn't take in the stranger and take care of him, there was no one else who would.And someday,remember,you might be in the same situation.Today there are many charitable organizations which specializein helping the weary traveler.Yet,the old tradition of hospitality to strangers is still very strong in the US,especially in the smaller cities and towns away from the busy tourist trails.I was just traveling through,got talking with this American,and pretty soon he invited me home for dinner-amazing.Such observations reported by visitors to the US are not uncommon,but are not always understood properly.The casual friendliness of many Americans should be interpreted neither as superficial nor as artificial,but as the result of a historically developed cultural tradition.As is true of any developed society,in America a complex set of cultural signals,assumptions,and conventions underlies all social interrelationships.And,of course,speaking a language does not necessarily mean that someone understands social and cultural patterns.Visitors who fail to translate cultural meanings properly often draw wrong conclusions.For example,when an American uses the word friend,the cultural implications of the word may be quite different from those it has in the visitor's language and culture. It takes more than a brief encounter on a bus to distinguish between courteous convention and individual interest.Yet,being friendly is a virtue that many Americans value highly and expect from both neighbors and strangers.55.In the eyes of visitors from the outside world,________.（A）rude taxi drivers are rarely seen in the US（B）small-minded officials deserve a serious comment（C）Canadians are not so friendly as their neighbors（D）most Americans are ready to offer help56.It could be inferred from the last paragraph that________.（A）culture exercises an influence over social interrelationship （B）courteous convention and individual interest are interrelated （C）various virtues manifest themselves exclusively among friends （D）social interrelationships equal the complex set of cultural conventions57.Families in frontier settlements used to entertain strangers ________.（A）to improve their hard life（B）in view of their long-distance travel（C）to add some flavor to their own daily life（D）out of a charitable impulse58.The tradition of hospitality to strangers________.（A）tends to be superficial and artificial（B）is generally well kept up in the United States（C）is always understood properly（D）has something to do with the busy tourist trails答案及试题解析55.（D）意为：大部分美国人乐于助人。

考博英语分类模拟题2019年(2)(总分41.5, 做题时间90分钟)Reading ComprehensionPassage OneCelebrate. Celebrate. Physicians are delighted with a Food and Drug Administration (FDA) advisory panel's recommendation earlierthis year that Vioxx and its cousins Bextra and Celebrex (all medicines known as Cox-2 inhibitors) should remain on the market, despite evidence they increase heart disease risk in some people. The panelists reached their decision after weighing all the data and concluding the benefits of these pain-relieving drugs outweighed the risks.Specifically, these scientists acknowledged that, for some patients, these prescription drugs were uniquely effective in reducing pain from arthritis and other causes. For others—concerned about ulcers associated with aspirin and other OTC analgesics—the Cox-2 inhibitors offered the advantage of minimizing potentially serious effects of stomach irritation.Now is an appropriate time for everyone to take a fresh look at the benefit-risk equation for Vioxx and the other Cox-2 inhibitors.The risks—increased risk of heart disease in some who use the drugs—have been well publicized. Much less publicity has been given to a spectrum of real and potential benefits that go way beyond reduced risk of stomach irritation. These little-discussed benefits would have been lost, perhaps permanently—had Vioxx, Bextra and Celebrex been driven from shelves in pursuit of perfect safety, an unattainable goal.For example, there is substantial evidence Cox-2 inhibitors can reduce development of colon polyps, which may become colon cancel indeed. Celebrex is FDA-approved for those genetically prone to colon cancer. Ironically, the 2004 study that revealed the elevated heart attack risk of Vioxx was primarily designed to further establish the drug's effectiveness in protecting against colon cancer. And while the results of that interrupted trial have not yet been published, there is good reason to believe they will confirm the protective effects against colon cancer established in research over the last 10 years.At the time of its withdrawal from the market last fall, studies of Vioxx as well as the other Cox-2 drugs suggested they had other anti-cancer properties as well, possibly reducing the risk of malignancies of a number of sites, including the lung and esophagus.Had these drugs been dismissed, their untapped promise forprevention would have evaporated well before it was evaluated and applied to save lives. Fortunately, cooler and wiser heads prevailed.SSS_SIMPLE_SIN1.The FDA advisory panel recommends that Cox-2 inhibitors should be ______.•** clinic test•** with great caution•** to treat heart problems** available to the patientsA B C D分值: 1.5答案:D题目问：美国食品和药物管理局(FDA)顾问小组建议Cox-2抑制剂应该怎样?第一段第一句Physicians are delighted with a Food and Drug Administration (FDA) advisory panel's recommendation earlier this year that Vioxx and its cousins Bextra and Celebrex (all medicines known as Cox-2 inhibitors) should remain on the market, despite evidence they increase heart disease risk in some people.通过此句话可知，美国食品和药物管理局(FDA)顾问小组建议，尽管有证据证明这些Cox-2抑制剂类的药物增加了某些人患心脏病的危险，但是仍然应该在市场上出售。

考博英语分类模拟题2019年(33)(总分30, 做题时间90分钟)Reading ComprehensionPassage OneOne of the most authoritative voices speaking to us today is of course the voice of the advertisers. Its strident clamour dominates our lives. It shouts at us from the television screen and the radio loudspeakers; waves to us from every page of the newspaper; plucks at our sleeves on the escalator; signals to us from the roadside billboards all day and flashes messages to us in coloured lights all night. It has forced on us a whole new conception of the successful man as a man no less than 20% of whose mail consists of announcements of giant carpet sales.Advertising has been among England's biggest growth industries since the war, in terms of the ratio of money earnings to demonstrable achievement. Why all this fantastic expenditure?Perhaps the answer is that advertising saves the manufacturers from having to think about the customer. At the stage of designing and developing a product, there is quite enough to think about without worrying over whether anybody will want to buy it. The designer is busy enough without adding customer-appeal to all his other problems of man-hours and machine tolerances and stress factors. So they just go ahead and make the thing and leave it to the advertiser to find eleven ways of making it appeal to purchasersafter they have finished it, by pretending that it confers status, or attracts love, or signifies manliness. If the advertising agency can do this authoritatively enough, the manufacturer is in clover.Other manufacturers find advertising saves them changing their product. And manufacturers hate change. The ideal product is one which goes on unchanged for ever. If, therefore, for one reason or another, some alteration seems called for—how much better to change the image, the packet or pile pitch made by the product, rather than go to all the inconvenience of changing the product itself.The advertising man has to combine the qualities of the three most authoritative professions: Church, Bar and Medicine. The great skill required of our priests, most highly developed in missionaries but present, indeed mandatory, in all, is the skill of getting people to believe in and contribute money to something which can never be logically proved. At the Bar, an essential ability is that of presenting the most persuasive case you can to a jury of ordinary people, with emotional appeals masquerading as logical exposition; a case you do not necessarily have to believe in yourself, just one you have studiously avoided discovering to be false. As for medicine, anydoctor will confirm that a large part of his job is not clinical treatment but faith healing. His apparently scientific approach enables his patients to believe that he knows exactly what is wrong with them and exactly what they need to put the right, just as advertising does—"Run down? You need..." "No one will dance with you? A dab of... will make you popular."Advertising man use statistics rather like a drunk uses a lamp-post for support rater than illumination. They will dress anyone up in a white coat to appear like an <em>unimpeachable</em> authority or, failing that, they will even be happy with the announcement, "As used by 90% of the actors who play doctors on television." Their engaging quality is that they enjoy having their latest ruses uncovered almost as much as anyone else.SSS_SIMPLE_SIN1.According to the passage, modern advertising is "authoritative" because of the way it ______.•** our image of the kind of person we ought to be like•** with the privacy of our home life•** forces us into buying things we don't want** us no matter where we travelA B C D该题您未回答:х该问题分值: 1.5答案:D根据文章第一段“Its strident clamour dominates our lives. It shouts at us from the television screen and the radio loudspeakers; waves to us from every page of the newspaper; plucks at our sleeves on the escalator; signals to us from the roadside billboards all day and flashe s messages to us in coloured lights all night.”可知，它的喧嚣主宰着我们的生活。

一九年考研英语真题及答案Introduction:The 2019 postgraduate entrance examination English test questions and answers are significant resources for candidates preparing for the exam. This article aims to provide a comprehensive analysis of the exam questions, along with the corresponding answers, in order to assist candidates in their preparations.Section 1 - Reading Comprehension:The reading comprehension section of the 2019 postgraduate entrance examination English test focuses on the understanding of long passages. The passages cover a wide range of topics, including literature, social sciences, and natural sciences. The questions are designed to test the candidate's ability to comprehend the main idea of the passage, infer information, and understand the author's tone and purpose.In this section, candidates are required to read the passage carefully and answer the questions accordingly. It is essential to pay attention to keywords, such as "according to the passage," "based on the information given," etc., as they provide important clues for answering the questions correctly.Section 2 - Cloze Test:The cloze test section aims to evaluate a candidate's grasp of English vocabulary and grammar. In this section, a passage is presented with several missing words or phrases. Candidates are required to choose the most appropriate options to fill in the gaps.To excel in this section, candidates should have a good understanding of contextual clues, collocations, and common idiomatic expressions. Additionally, a comprehensive knowledge of grammar rules and vocabulary is crucial for achieving high scores in this section.Section 3 - Error Correction:The error correction section tests a candidate's grammatical accuracy in English writing. The sentences in this section contain grammatical errors that need to be identified and corrected.To perform well in this section, candidates should possess a deep understanding of English grammar rules, including verb tenses, subject-verb agreement, sentence structure, and word usage. Moreover, candidates must develop the ability to identify and correct various types of grammatical errors, such as misused words, punctuation mistakes, and faulty sentence structures.Section 4 - Translation:The translation section evaluates a candidate's ability to translate Chinese sentences into English. The sentences in this section cover a variety of topics and require candidates to demonstrate their understanding of both languages' idiomatic expressions and syntactic structures.To excel in this section, candidates should have a mastery of vocabulary, grammar, and idiomatic expressions in both English and Chinese. Moreover, candidates must possess excellent comprehension skills in order to accurately convey the meaning and nuances of the original Chinese sentences in English.Conclusion:The 2019 postgraduate entrance examination English test is a crucial component of the overall examination. By familiarizing themselves with the exam format and practicing with previous years' questions, candidates can enhance their English language skills and improve their performance in the exam. It is important for candidates to develop a consistent study plan, focusing on reading comprehension, vocabulary, grammar, and translation skills in order to achieve success in the exam.Disclaimer: This article is for reference purposes only. The authenticity of the mentioned questions and answers is not guaranteed. Candidates are advised to consult official sources and past year papers for the most accurate and up-to-date information.。

2019年西南大学考博英语回忆Many objects in daily use have clearly been influenced by science, but their form and function, their dimensions and appearance, were determined by technologists, artisans, designers, inventors, and engineers –using nonscientific modes of thought. Many features and qualities of the object that a technologist thinks about cannot be reduced to unambiguous verbal descriptions; they dealt with in the mind by a visual, nonverbal process. In the development of Western technology, it has been nonverbal thinking, by the large, that has fixed the outlines and filled in the details of our material surroundings. Pyramids, cathedrals, and rockets exist not because of geometry or thermodynamics, but because they were first a picture in the minds of those who built them.The creative shaping process of a technologist’s mind can be seen in nearly every artifact that exists. For example, in designing a diesel engine, a technologist might impress individual ways of nonverbal thinking on the machine by continually using an intuitive sense of rightness and fitness. What would be the shape of the combustion chamber? Where should be valves be replaced? Should it have a long or short piston? Such questions have a range of answers that are supplied by experience, by physical requirements, by limitations of available space, and not least by a sense of form. Some decisions such as wall thickness and pin diameter, may depend on scientific calculations, but the nonscientific component of design remains primary.Design courses, then, should be an essential element in engineering curricula. Nonverbal thinking, a central mechanism in engineering design, involves perceptions, the stock-in-trade of the artist, not the scientist. Because perceptive processes are not assumed to entail hard thinking, nonverbal thought is sometimes seen as a primitive stage in the development of cognitive processes and inferior to verbal or mathematical thought. But it is paradoxical that when the staff of the Historical American Engineering Record wished to have drawings made of machines and isomeric views of industrial processes for its historical record of American engineering, the only college students with the requisite abilities were not engineering students, but rather students attending architectural schools.If courses in design, which in a strongly analytical engineering curriculum provide the background required for practical problem-solving, are not provided, we can expect to encounter silly but costly errors occurring in advanced engineering systems. For example, early models of high-speed railroad cars loaded with sophisticated controls were unable to operate in a snowstorm because a fan sucked snow into the electrical system. Absurd random failures that plague automatic control systems are not merely trivial aberrations; they are a reflection of the chaos that results when design is assumed to be primarily a problem in mathematics.26. In the text, the author is primarily concerned with ()A) identifying the kinds of thinking that are used by technologistB) stressing the importance of nonverbal thinking in engineering design.C) proposing a new role for nonscientific thinking in engineering design.D) contrasting the goals of engineers with those of technologists.27.It can be inferred that the author thinks engineering curricula are ()A) strengthened when they include courses in design.B) weakened by the substitution of physical science courses for courses designed to develop mathematical skills.C)strong because nonverbal thinking is still emphasize by most of the courses.D)strong despite the errors that graduates of such curricula have made in the development of automatic control system.28.which of the following statements best illustrates the main point of the first two paragraphs of the text?()A) When a machine like a rotary engine malfunctions, it is the technologist who is best equipped to repair it.B) Each component of an automobile – for example, the engine or the fuel tank – has a shape that has been scientifically determi ned to be best suited to that component’s function.C) A telephone is a complex instrument designed by technologists using only nonverbal thought.D) The distinctive features of a suspension bridge reflect its designer’s conceptualization as well as the physical requirements of its site.29.Which of the following statements would best serve as an introduction to the text?()A) The assumption that the knowledge incorporated in technological developments must be derived from science ignore the many nonscientific decisions made by technologists.B) Analytical thought is no longer a vital component in the success of technological development.C) As knowledge of technology has increased, the tendency has been to lose sight of the important role played by scientific thought in making decisions about form, arrangement, and texture.D)A movement in engineering colleges toward a technician’s degree reflects a demand for graduates who have the nonverbal reasoning ability that was once common among engineers.30.The author calls the predicament faced by the Historic American Engineering Record paradoxical (line 6, paragraph 3) most probably because ()A) the publication needed drawings that its own staff could makeB) architectural schools offered but did not require engineering design courses for their studentC) college students were qualified to make the drawings while practicing engineers were not.D) engineering students were not trained to make the type of drawings needed to record the development of their own disciplineThe remarkable progress of science and technology in the 20st century has brought enormous benefits to humankind. Long and healthy lives, economic prosperity and a pleasant and convenient living environment have resulted from technological progress based on advances in scientific knowledge. This progress will continue or may even accelerate in the future, because both the number of scientists and their activities are expanding throughout the world. We may expect, therefore, that science and technology will continue to contribute to the development of human society.At the same time, rapid scientific advances may raise some difficult problems. First of all, the disparity in scientific knowledge between those in scientific and technical professions andthose in other areas will continuously expand. This may create a communications gap between the two groups that could affect obtaining public consent on important issues, such as the use of genetically engineered plants or human embryonic stem cells. Secondly, the 21st century will be characterized by a knowledge-based society and a knowledge of science will be required for many professions. Those who lack scientific knowledge will have fewer opportunities for good jobs. Thirdly, the enormous increase in scientific information will become a burden for children who must study science. Already young people seem to be losing interest in science, and this trend may increase in the future. Over the past several years, enrollment in high-school physics courses in Japan has been decreasing, which suggests that many young people are losing interest in physics or avoiding subjects that require diligent study. Finally, scientific research in the next century will require increasing levels of public investment because sophisticated research is usually expensive. If the public loses interest in, science or does not understand the importance of research, it will become difficult for scientists to obtain sufficient financial support.Because of these considerations, I think that we need to carefully review present science education at different levels and to improve it in order to meet the expected rapid progress of science in the 21st century. At the level of primary education, the’most important task is to stimulate children’s interest in nature. Naive surprise at the wonders of nature will hopefully lead to a later interest in science. During their secondary education, students must learn logic and the principles of natural phenomena. They will gradually separate into groups of those who like and those who dislike science. It will be difficult to provide the latter students with the scientific basics that would be useful throughout their lives. This is also the case in university education.It is becoming a goal of general university education to give students who are not majoring in natural science and engineering some level of scientific literacy. In the future, all citizens, especially those expected to lead diverse areas of society should have a sound basis for understanding the progress of science. Because the pace of progress will accelerate further, continuing science education for the public is also of great importance.1.The first paragraph aims at _____A.Overstating the importance of science and technology.B.Highlighting the crucial role scientists play in the development of science and technology.C.Introducing the problems brought about by rapid scientific advances whiles stating theenormous benefits brought about by the progress of science and technology.D.Predicting the trend of the development of science and technology.2.According to the text, that young people seem to be losing interest in science_____.A.Causes the lack of scientists throughout the world in future.B.Is mainly due to the explosion of scientific information.C.Hinders the development of human society.D.Increases the communications gap between young people and scientists.3.The second paragraph is to denote_____A.The gap between scientific and technical professional and non-professionals.B.The difficulties faced by young people in finding jobs.C.The difficulties problems raised by rapid scientific advances.D.Scientific research in the 21th century.4.To which of the following statements is the author most unlikely to agree?A.It is a sheer waste of time and money to force those who dislike science to learn science.B.Stimulating children’s interest in nature is the top priority for primary and secondary schoolauthorities.C.Secondary school students should learn logic and the principles of natural phenomena.D. A knowledge of science will be required for many professional in the 21st century5.The best title for this text might be_____A.Science education for the publicB.Science and technology in the 21st centuryC.Scientific advance and ensuing problemsD.The goal of primary, second and higher education还有一篇阅读是讲迈克杰克逊的歌曲，专辑。

西南大学英语试题及答案一、选择题（每题2分，共20分）1. Which of the following words is spelled incorrectly?A. AccommodateB. AcknowledgeC. AcquaintanceD. Acquited2. The sentence "He is a man of few words but many actions." means that he is:A. TalkativeB. ReservedC. ImpulsiveD. Inactive3. In the context of a business meeting, "to table a motion" means:A. To put the motion on the tableB. To postpone the motionC. To introduce a motion for discussionD. To end the discussion of the motion4. The phrase "break the ice" is commonly used to describe:A. Starting a conversationB. Ending a relationshipC. Cooling down a heated argumentD. Freezing a liquid5. Which of the following is the correct usage of the word "literally"?A. He was literally blown away by the news.B. The book is literally full of errors.C. The movie was literally a roller coaster ride.D. She literally jumped for joy.6. The word "meticulous" is best described as:A. CarelessB. DetailedC. ConfusedD. Impatient7. In the sentence "She is the apple of his eye," the phrase "apple of his eye" means:A. Something he dislikesB. Something he cherishesC. Something he eatsD. Something he sees clearly8. The phrase "bite the bullet" is used to describe:A. Facing a difficult situation bravelyB. Eating a bulletC. Avoiding a difficult situationD. Chewing gum9. The word "quixotic" is often used to describe a person who is:A. PragmaticB. DelusionalC. RealisticD. Skeptical10. The idiom "to turn a blind eye" means:A. To ignore something intentionallyB. To see something without glassesC. To close one eye in a winkD. To look at something without seeing it二、填空题（每题2分，共20分）1. The opposite of "transparent" is _________.2. "To go the extra mile" means to do _________.3. The word "paradox" is used to describe a situation that is _________.4. "To hit the nail on the head" means to _________.5. The phrase "a picture is worth a thousand words" implies that _________.6. "To be in the dark" means to be _________.7. "To take something with a grain of salt" means to_________.8. The idiom "to let the cat out of the bag" means to_________.9. "To be on the same page" means that everyone _________.10. "To be in a pickle" means to be in a _________.三、阅读理解（每题4分，共40分）Read the following passage and answer the questions that follow.Passage:[Insert a short passage here. The passage should be relevant to the context of an English language exam and should containenough information to ask several comprehension questions.]1. What is the main idea of the passage?2. According to the passage, why is it important to _________?3. What does the author suggest as a solution to the problem discussed?4. How does the author support their argument?5. What is an example given in the passage to illustrate the point made?四、写作题（共20分）Write an essay on the following topic:"The Impact of Technology on Modern Communication"Your essay should be at least 300 words and should include an introduction, body paragraphs, and a conclusion. Be sure to use appropriate examples to support your points.答案：一、选择题1. D2. B3. C4. A5. A6. B7. B8. A9. B10. A二、填空题1. opaque2. more than what is expected3. contradictory4. be exactly right5. a visual representation can convey more information than words6. uninformed or unaware7. be skeptical or not completely believe something8. reveal a secret9. agrees or understands something10. difficult situation三、阅读理解1. [Answer based on the passage's main idea]2. [Answer based on the passage's content]3. [Answer based on the passage's content]4. [Answer based on the passage's content]5. [Answer based on the passage's content]四、写作题[Essays will vary; no specific answer provided.]。

西南大学英语考试题及答案一、阅读理解（共20分，每题4分）阅读下列短文，然后根据短文内容回答问题。

A篇In the small town of Greenfield, there is a library that has become the heart of the community. The library not only provides books but also offers a variety of services such as free internet access, language classes, and a children's reading corner. Recently, the library has introduced a new program called "Books on Wheels," which is a mobile library that travels around the town, bringing books and stories to those who cannot visit the library due to mobility issues.1. What services does the Greenfield library offer?A. Books only.B. Free internet access and language classes.C. Children's reading corner and a mobile library.D. All of the above.答案：D2. What is the purpose of the "Books on Wheels" program?A. To promote the library's new building.B. To provide books to those who cannot visit the library.C. To sell books to the community.D. To teach people how to use the internet.答案：BB篇John Smith has been working at the local supermarket for five years. He started as a cashier and gradually moved up to the position of store manager. His dedication and hard work have been recognized by the company, and he has been offered a scholarship to study business management at the nearby university. John is excited about the opportunity but is also concerned about balancing his work and studies.3. What is John Smith's current position at the supermarket?A. Cashier.B. Store manager.C. Sales associate.D. Company owner.答案：B4. What does the company offer John to recognize his work?A. A pay raise.B. A bonus.C. A scholarship.D. A promotion.答案：C二、完形填空（共20分，每题2分）阅读下面的短文，从短文后各题所给的四个选项（A、B、C和D）中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。

第一题，不好意思，脑容量不够‎，只能回忆起‎8个来，后两个请热‎心人续上去‎1.Big Ben2. Sun Yat-sun3. seman‎t ic trian‎g le4.co-text5.Googl‎e Chrom‎e6. Lord of Rings‎7.Babel‎Tower‎8. Glady‎s Yang第二题，目前没找到‎出处，比专四完形‎简单，略过。

第三题，15道改错‎i tems‎，一个一分，目测比专八‎的改错简单‎多了，目前没找到‎出处。

第四题，阅读，现附上完整‎版txt见下Passa‎g e OneAs a wise man once said, we are all ultim‎a tely‎alone‎. But an incre‎a sing‎numbe‎r of Europ‎e ans are choos‎i ng to be so at an ever earli‎e r age. This isn't the stuff‎of gloom‎y philo‎s ophi‎c al conte‎m plat‎i ons, hut a fact of Europ‎e's new econo‎m ic lands‎c ape, embra‎c ed by socio‎l ogis‎t s, real- estat‎e devel‎o pers‎and ad execu‎t ives‎alike‎. The shift‎away from famil‎y life to solo lifes‎t yle, obser‎v es a Frenc‎h socio‎l ogis‎t, is part of the "irres‎i stib‎l e momen‎t um of indiv‎i dual‎i sm" over the last centu‎r y. The commu‎n icat‎i ons revol‎u tion‎, the shift‎from a busin‎e ss cultu‎r e of stabi‎l ity to one of mobil‎i ty and the mass entry‎of women‎into the workf‎o rce have great‎l y wreak‎e d havoc‎on (扰乱) Europ‎e ans' priva‎t e lives‎.Europ‎e's new econo‎m ic clima‎t e has large‎l y foste‎r ed the trend‎towar‎d indep‎e nden‎c e. The curre‎n t gener‎a tion‎of home-alone‎r s came of age durin‎g Europ‎e's shift‎from socia‎l democ‎r acy to the sharp‎e r, more indiv‎i dual‎i stic‎clima‎t e of Ameri‎c an-style‎capit‎a lism‎. Raise‎d in an era of priva‎t izat‎i on and incre‎a sed consu‎m er choic‎e, today‎'s tech-savvy‎(精通技术的‎) worke‎r s have embra‎c ed a free marke‎t in love as well as econo‎m ics. Moder‎n Europ‎e ans are rich enoug‎h to affor‎d to live alone‎, and tempe‎r amen‎t ally‎indep‎e nden‎t enoug‎h to want to do so.Once upon a time, peopl‎e who lived‎alone‎tende‎d to be those‎on eithe‎r side of marri‎a ge-- twent‎y somet‎h ing profe‎s sion‎a ls or widow‎e d senio‎r citiz‎e ns. While‎pensi‎o ners‎, parti‎c ular‎l y elder‎l y women‎, make up a large‎propo‎r tion‎of those‎livin‎g alone‎, the newes‎t crop of singl‎e s are high earne‎r s in their‎30s and 40s whoincre‎a sing‎l y view livin‎g alone‎as a lifes‎t yle choic‎e. Livin‎g alone‎was conce‎i ved to be negat‎i ve dark and cold, while‎being‎toget‎h er sugge‎s ted warmt‎h and light‎. But then came along‎the idea of singl‎e s. They were young‎, beaut‎i ful, stron‎g! Now, young‎peopl‎e want to live alone‎.The boomi‎n g econo‎m y means‎peopl‎e are worki‎n g harde‎r than ever. And that doesn‎'t leave‎much room for relat‎i onsh‎i ps. Pimpi‎Arroy‎o, a 35-year-old compo‎s er who lives‎alone‎in a house‎in Paris‎, says he hasn't got time to get lonel‎y becau‎s e he has too much work. "I have deadl‎i nes which‎would‎make life with someo‎n e else fairl‎y diffi‎c ult. "Only an ideal‎woman‎would‎make him chang‎e his lifes‎t yle, he says. Kaufm‎a nn, autho‎rof a recen‎t book calle‎d "The Singl‎e Woman‎and Princ‎e Charm‎i ng," think‎s this fierc‎e new indiv‎i dual‎i sm means‎that peopl‎e expec‎t more and more of mates‎, so relat‎i onsh‎i ps don't last long if they start‎at all. Eppen‎d orf a blond‎Berli‎n er with a deep tan, teach‎e s grade‎schoo‎l in the morni‎n gs. In the after‎n oon she sunba‎t hes or sleep‎s, resti‎n g up for going‎danci‎n g. Just shy of 50, she says she'd never‎have wante‎d to do what her mothe‎r did give up a caree‎r to raise‎a famil‎y. Inste‎a d, "I've alway‎s done what I wante‎d to do：live a self- deter‎m ined‎life."52. More and more young‎Europ‎e ans remai‎n singl‎e becau‎s e?A) they are drive‎n by an overw‎h elmi‎n g sense‎of indiv‎i dual‎i smB) they have enter‎e d the workf‎o rce at a much earli‎e r ageC) they have embra‎c ed a busin‎e ss cultu‎r e of stabi‎l ityD) they are pessi‎m isti‎c about‎their‎econo‎m ic futur‎e53. What is said about‎Europ‎e an socie‎t y in the passa‎g e?A) It has foste‎r ed the trend‎towar‎d s small‎famil‎i es.B) It is getti‎n g close‎r to Ameri‎c an style‎capit‎a lism‎.C) It has limit‎e d consu‎m er choic‎e despi‎t e a free marke‎t.D) It is being‎threa‎t ened‎by irres‎i stib‎l e priva‎t izat‎i on.54. Accor‎d ing to Parag‎r aph 3, the newes‎t group‎of singl‎e s are _____‎_.A) warm and light‎heart‎e d B) on eithe‎r side of marri‎a geC) negat‎i ve and gloom‎y D) healt‎h y and wealt‎h y55. The autho‎r quote‎s Eppen‎d orf to show that _____‎_.A) some moder‎n women‎prefe‎r a life of indiv‎i dual‎freed‎o mB) the famil‎y is no longe‎r the basic‎unit of socie‎t y in prese‎n t-day Europ‎eC) some profe‎s sion‎a l peopl‎e have too much work to do to feel lonel‎yD) most Europ‎e ans conce‎i ve livin‎g a singl‎e life as unacc‎e ptab‎l e56. What is the autho‎r's purpo‎s e in writi‎n g the passa‎g e?A) To revie‎w the impac‎t of women‎becom‎i ng high earne‎r s.B) To conte‎m plat‎e the philo‎s ophy‎under‎l ying‎indiv‎i dual‎i sm.C) To exami‎n e the trend‎of young‎peopl‎e livin‎g alone‎.D) To stres‎s the rebui‎l ding‎of perso‎n al relat‎i onsh‎i ps.Secti‎o n B52--56 ABDAC‎Secti‎o n B52.因果推断题‎。

考博英语分类模拟题2019年(38)(总分57.5, 做题时间90分钟)Part Ⅰ Reading ComprehensionPassage OneWhat are those of us who have chosen careers in science and engineering able to do about our current problems?First, we can help destroy the false impression that science and engineering have caused the current world trouble. On the contrary, science and engineering have made vast contributions to better living for more people.Second, we can identify the many areas in which science and technology, more considerably used, can be of great service in the future than in the past to improve the quality of life. While we can make many speeches, and pass many laws, the quality of our environment will be improved only through better knowledge and better application of that knowledge.Third, we can recognize that much of the dissatisfaction we suffer today results from our very successes of former years. We have been so greatly successful in attaining material goals that we are deeply dissatisfied that we cannot attain other goals more rapidly. We have achieved a better life for most people, but we are unhappy that we have not spread it to all people. We have reduced many sources of environmental disasters, but we are unhappy that we have not conquered all of them. It is our raised expectations rather than our failures which now cause our distress.Granted that many of our current problems must be cured more by social, political, and economic instruments than science and technology, yet science and technology must still be the tools to make further advances in such things as clean air, clean water,better transportation, better medical care, more adequate welfare programs, purer food, conservation resources, and many other areas.SSS_SIMPLE_SIN1.The author thinks that science and technology ______.•** caused the current world problems•** made life better for more people•**, if not in the past, better people's life in the future** not bring a better life for most peopleA B C D该题您未回答:х该问题分值: 1.5答案:B第二段指出，有人认为，科学与技术造成了当今世界的许多问题，对这种错误认识，科技工程人员有义务加以纠正。

2019年西南大学考博英语真题回忆Many objects in daily use have clearly been influenced by science, but their form and function, their dimensions and appearance, were determined by technologists, artisans, designers, inventors, and engineers – using nonscientific modes of thought. Many features and qualities of the object that a technologist thinks about cannot be reduced to unambiguous verbal descriptions; they dealt with in the mind by a visual, nonverbal process. In the development of Western technology, it has been nonverbal thinking, by the large, that has fixed the outlines and filled in the details of our material surroundings. Pyramids, cathedrals, and rockets exist not because of geometry or thermodynamics, but because they were first a picture in the minds of those who built them.The creative shaping process of a technologist’s mind can be seen in nearly every artifact that exists. For example, in designing a diesel engine, a technologist might impress individual ways of nonverbal thinking on the machine by continually using an intuitive sense of rightness and fitness. What would be the shape of the combustion chamber? Where should be valves be replaced? Should it have a long or short piston? Such questions have a range of answers that are supplied by experience, by physical requirements, by limitations of available space, and not least by a sense of form. Some decisions such as wall thickness and pin diameter, may depend on scientific calculations, but the nonscientific component of design remains primary.Design courses, then, should be an essential element in engineering curricula. Nonverbal thinking, a central mechanism in engineering design, involves perceptions, the stock-in-trade of the artist, not the scientist. Because perceptive processes are not assumed to entail hard thinking, nonverbal thought is sometimes seen as a primitive stage in the development of cognitive processes and inferior to verbal or mathematical thought. But it is paradoxical that when the staff of the Historical American Engineering Record wished to have drawings made of machines and isomeric views of industrial processes for its historical record of American engineering, the only college students with the requisite abilities were not engineering students, but rather students attending architectural schools.If courses in design, which in a strongly analytical engineering curriculum provide the background required for practical problem-solving, are not provided, we can expect to encounter silly but costly errors occurring in advanced engineering systems. For example, early models of high-speed railroad cars loaded with sophisticated controls were unable to operate in a snowstorm because a fan sucked snow into the electrical system. Absurd random failures that plague automatic control systems are not merely trivial aberrations; they are a reflection of the chaos that results when design is assumed to be primarily a problem in mathematics.26. In the text, the author is primarily concerned with ()A) identifying the kinds of thinking that are used by technologistB) stressing the importance of nonverbal thinking in engineering design.C) proposing a new role for nonscientific thinking in engineering design.D) contrasting the goals of engineers with those of technologists.27.It can be inferred that the author thinks engineering curricula are ()A) strengthened when they include courses in design.B) weakened by the substitution of physical science courses for courses designed to developmathematical skills.C)strong because nonverbal thinking is still emphasize by most of the courses.D)strong despite the errors that graduates of such curricula have made in the development of automatic control system.28.which of the following statements best illustrates the main point of the first two paragraphs of the text?()A) When a machine like a rotary engine malfunctions, it is the technologist who is best equipped to repair it.B) Each component of an automobile – for example, the engine or the fuel tank – has a shape that has been scientifically de termined to be best suited to that component’s function.C) A telephone is a complex instrument designed by technologists using only nonverbal thought.D) The distinctive features of a suspension bridge reflect its designer’s conceptualization as well as the physical requirements of its site.29.Which of the following statements would best serve as an introduction to the text?()A) The assumption that the knowledge incorporated in technological developments must be derived from science ignore the many nonscientific decisions made by technologists.B) Analytical thought is no longer a vital component in the success of technological development.C) As knowledge of technology has increased, the tendency has been to lose sight of the important role played by scientific thought in making decisions about form, arrangement, and texture.D)A movement in engineering colleges toward a technician’s degree reflects a demand for graduates who have the nonverbal reasoning ability that was once common among engineers.30.The author calls the predicament faced by the Historic American Engineering Record paradoxical (line 6, paragraph 3) most probably because ()A) the publication needed drawings that its own staff could makeB) architectural schools offered but did not require engineering design courses for their studentC) college students were qualified to make the drawings while practicing engineers were not.D) engineering students were not trained to make the type of drawings needed to record thedevelopment of their own disciplineThe remarkable progress of science and technology in the 20st century has brought enormous benefits to humankind. Long and healthy lives, economic prosperity and a pleasant and convenient living environment have resulted from technological progress based on advances in scientific knowledge. This progress will continue or may even accelerate in the future, because both the number of scientists and their activities are expanding throughout the world. We may expect, therefore, that science and technology will continue to contribute to the development of human society.At the same time, rapid scientific advances may raise some difficult problems. First of all, the disparity in scientific knowledge between those in scientific and technical professions and those in other areas will continuously expand. This may create a communications gap between the two groups that could affect obtaining public consent on important issues, such as the use of genetically engineered plants or human embryonic stem cells. Secondly, the 21st century will be characterized by a knowledge-based society and a knowledge of science will be required for many professions. Those who lack scientific knowledge will have fewer opportunities for good jobs. Thirdly, the enormous increase in scientific information will become a burden for children who must study science. Already young people seem to be losing interest in science, and this trend may increase in the future. Over the past several years, enrollment in high-school physics courses in Japan has been decreasing, which suggests that many young people are losing interest in physics or avoiding subjects that require diligent study. Finally, scientific research in the next century will require increasing levels of public investment because sophisticated research is usually expensive. If the public loses interest in, science or does not understand the importance of research, it will become difficult for scientists to obtain sufficient financial support.Because of these considerations, I think that we need to carefully review present science education at different levels and to improve it in order to meet the expected rapid progress of science in the 21st century. At the level of primary education, the’ most important task is to stimul ate children’s interest in nature. Naive surprise at the wonders of nature will hopefully lead to a later interest in science. During their secondary education, students must learn logic and the principles of natural phenomena. They will gradually separate into groups of those who like and those who dislike science. It will be difficult to provide the latter students with the scientific basics that would be useful throughout their lives. This is also the case in university education.It is becoming a goal of general university education to give students who are not majoring in natural science and engineering some level of scientific literacy. In the future, all citizens, especially those expected to lead diverse areas of society should have a sound basis for understanding the progress of science. Because the pace of progress will accelerate further, continuing science education for the public is also of great importance.1.The first paragraph aims at _____A.Overstating the importance of science and technology.B.Highlighting the crucial role scientists play in the development of science and technology.C.Introducing the problems brought about by rapid scientific advances whiles stating theenormous benefits brought about by the progress of science and technology.D.Predicting the trend of the development of science and technology.2.According to the text, that young people seem to be losing interest in science_____.A.Causes the lack of scientists throughout the world in future.B.Is mainly due to the explosion of scientific information.C.Hinders the development of human society.D.Increases the communications gap between young people and scientists.3.The second paragraph is to denote_____A.The gap between scientific and technical professional and non-professionals.B.The difficulties faced by young people in finding jobs.C.The difficulties problems raised by rapid scientific advances.D.Scientific research in the 21th century.4.To which of the following statements is the author most unlikely to agree?A.It is a sheer waste of time and money to force those who dislike science to learn science.B.Stimulating children’s interest in nature is the top priority for primary and secondaryschool authorities.C.Secondary school students should learn logic and the principles of natural phenomena.D. A knowledge of science will be required for many professional in the 21st century5.The best title for this text might be_____A.Science education for the publicB.Science and technology in the 21st centuryC.Scientific advance and ensuing problemsD.The goal of primary, second and higher education还有一篇阅读是讲迈克杰克逊的歌曲，专辑。

C.ultimately dependent upon the slow rain of descending food particles from above. The components of More undersea research is conducted near shore than in midocean.D.this never ending rain are the dead and dying plants and animals from the surface, or from one of the Military researchers have made several momentous discoveries about undersea life.50. The author's main purpose in the text is to the that lie between .sea or of For intermediate layers. each the horizontal zones communities of theA.surface the sea bottom, the food supply is different and in general poorer than for the layer above. show that the United States coast was threatened by the enemy in World WarⅡ.B.know But deep of conditions life in the sea. we that the explain some of the complexities ofdeep-sea life.the silence Pressure, darkness, and areC.with Wide wholly a sea of conception the as silent place is false. experience hydrophones and other illustrate the main problems faced by undersea researchers.D.listening devices for the detection of submarines has proved that, around the shore lines of much of the gain public support for oceanographic expeditions.by extraordinary uproar produced fishes, probably other and shrimps, porpoises the there world, is forms not yet identified. There has been little investigation as yet of sound in the deep, offshoreareas, Part 3 Close (10 points)but when the crew of the Atlantis lowered a hydrophone into deep water off Bermuda, they recordedDirections: Read the following text. Choose the best word(s) for each number bland and mark A, B, C, strange mewing sounds, shrieks, and ghostly moans, the sources of which have not been traced. But fishor D on the Answer Sheetwhere their voices have been recorded of shallower zones have been captured and confined in aquaria,Although women are as competent as men in managing people and organization, they still do not for comparison with sounds heard at sea, and in many cases satisfactory identification can be made.attain the highest positions in corporations. Their 51 seems During the Second World War the hydrophone network set up by the United States Navy to protect to be 52 by an invisible barrier. At some point, they the entrance to Chesapeake Bay was temporarily made useless when, in the spring of 1942, the speakers 53 what's called “the glass ceiling.”Failure to surface the began give to attain the topmost jobs in some cases pneumatic a like as sound evening, every forth, a described being drill is 54 lack of experience or 55 education. at Because gender tearing up pavement. The extraneous noises that came over the hydrophones completely masked the 56 has kept women out of management until recent years, they have not hadtime to 57 fish of voices the were sounds the discovered was it Eventually ships. of passage of sounds the that the years of experience that are 58 of most high-ranking executives. Also in from entering graduate schools of engineering, science, business,59 earlier years, women were known as croakers, which in the spring move into Chesapeake Bay from the offshore wintering grounds.。

2019考博英语练习题1. If only the patient ______a different treatment instead of using the antibiot-ics, he might still be alive now.A. had receivedB. receivedC. should receiveD. were receiving2. School children ought to be ______ to their parents and teachers.A. alienB. transientC. obedientD. current3. The Collector’s Edition coin is ______, and represents a true collector’s treasure to be appreciated for generations to come.A. unlikely any Elvis Presley collectible ever releasedB. unlikely, and Elvis Presley collectible never releasedC. unlike any Elvis Presley collectible never releasedD. unlike any Elvis Presley collectible ever released4. It eliminates the complicated ______, do not have to spend time around friends, you just need to sit at home and can easily be completed.A. engagementB. dateC. itineraryD. appointment5. He was so absorbed in his work that he was ______ to things going on aro und him.A. obliviousB. digestibleC. dormantD. introvert6. We were ______ through the thick undergrowth when we suddenly came across a fast-flowing stream.A. scribblingB. scramblingC. scratchingD. scraping7. Hampshire’s assertions, far from showing that we can ______ the ancient puzzles about objectivity, reveal the issue to be even more ______ than we had thought.A. dismiss … relevantB. adapt …pressingC. admire … elusiveD. rediscover… unconventional8. I found it difficult to ______ my career ambitions with the need to bring up my children.A. intensifyB. amendC. reconcileD. consolidate9. The reason for the traffic accident in the morning was ______ one of the drivers had lost control of his car.A. thatB. whyC. howD. when10. Do you agree with the saying that the monkey was the______ of the hu-man race?A. offspringB. successorC. breederD. predecessor11. John’s application for _____ to graduate studies in the School of Educa-tion has been approved.A. entranceB. admissionC. experienceD. allowance12. The old farmer put up iron fences around the flower garden _______ neighbor’s sheep should break in.A. on condition thatB. now thatC. lestD. but13. Although a recession is usually characterized by at least two consecutive quarters of _______GDP, this is not a fixed rule.A. fallingB. decliningC. fluctuatingD. impending14. ______ she wondered if she had made a mistake.A. Not until long afterwards thatB. Not long until afterwardsC. It was not until long afterwards thatD. It was long afterwards until15. The history of life on earth has been a history of ______ between man and his surroundings.A. interactionB. interferenceC. interpretationD. integrity16. — You forgot your keys when you left home in the morning.— Good heavens, ______.A. so did I.B. so I did.C. so you did.D. so did you.17. People must try their best to prevent endangered species of wildlife from becoming extinct in order that their future generations may enjoy the great _______ of animal life.A. perplexityB. incessancyC. diversityD. benevolence18. My parents took the 7 0’clock plane yesterday, and they ______ in New York by now.A. will arriveB. will be arrivingC. will have arrivedD. are arriving【翻译练习】1.玛丽给彼得设了个陷阱，而他就真的掉了进去。

博士生英语考试真题试卷一、词汇与语法（共10题）1. The new discovery ______ a significant impact on the field of medicine.A. makes.B. has.C. gives.D. takes.答案：B。

解析：“have an impact on...”是固定搭配，表示“对……有影响”，这里主语是“the new discovery”，为第三人称单数，所以用“has”。

2. She was so ______ in her work that she didn't notice the time passing.A. absorbed.B. attracted.C. drawn.D. concentrated.答案：A。

解析：“be absorbed in...”是固定短语，意为“专心于……”；“be attracted to...”表示“被……吸引”；“concentrate on”（集中精力于），这里需要用“absorbed”。

3. It is essential that every student ______ a good command of English.A. has.B. had.C. have.D. will have.答案：C。

解析：在“It is essential that...”句型中，从句要用虚拟语气，即“should + 动词原形”，“should”可以省略，所以这里用“have”。

4. The committee ______ of fifteen members.A. consists.B. composes.C. makes up.D. is made up.答案：A。

解析：“consist of”表示“由……组成”，主动形式；“be made up of”也表示“由……组成”，但为被动形式；“compose”的用法是“be composed of”，这里主语是“the committee”，所以用“consists”。

西南大学2018年攻读博士学位英语考试题（回忆版）单选：15个阅读：4篇翻译：（英泽汉，汉译英）作文：30分考试科目：英语考试科目代码：1001考试时间：2018年3月31日8:30-11:30一、翻译1.英译汉：（大意）原文考生已经尽力回忆了，因为难度较大，希望您以汉语版为准。

Once a long time ago, there was a very wise king. One day, the king suddenly called his subjects and said, "you go to the people who have been blind in the country, and come to the palace." So the courtiers were ordered to search everywhere in the country. After a few days, the courtiers came back with the blind men they had found. The mirror king is pleased to say: "good, you go to hold an elephant, go to the blind!" Many subjects heard the news very strangely. They didn't know what the king was going to do today. So everyone rushed to visit it. The blind have never seen an elephant before, but do not know what the elephant lookslike. They decide to touch the elephant. The first person touched his nose. He said, "elephant is like a curved tube." The second man touched his tail. He said, "elephant is like a thin stick." Third people touched the body. He said, "elephant is like a wall." The fourth man touched his leg. He said, "the elephant is like a thick column." Four blind people, you argue for me, think you are right, no one will obey anyone.The fable meaning of a blind man: to see things to be comprehensive, as a whole, not to be separated. It is important to firmly believe in their views and to adhere to their views, and to learn to listen to others' views and to make things more comprehensive and more accurate. In addition, the story also tells us to learn to cooperate with each other and share experience.答案为：在久远年代以前，有一个很有智慧的国王，有一天，国王突然召集他的臣子说：“你们去把国境内所有生下来就瞎了眼睛的人，都找到宫里来吧！”于是这些臣子们便奉命分头在国内遍处找寻，隔了不多几天，臣子们都带着寻找到的瞎子回来了。

西南大学632英语综合考试真题全文共3篇示例，供读者参考篇1Southwest University, located in Chongqing, China, is a prestigious institution known for its comprehensive academic programs and rigorous examination standards. One of the most challenging exams held at this university is the 632 English comprehensive exam. This exam tests students' proficiency in reading, writing, listening, and speaking in English.The 632 English comprehensive exam consists of four sections: reading, writing, listening, and speaking. In the reading section, students are required to read and comprehend a series of passages on various topics, such as literature, science, and history. They must answer questions based on the information presented in the passages.The writing section of the exam requires students to write a well-structured essay on a given topic. They are evaluated on their ability to organize their ideas coherently, use appropriate vocabulary and grammar, and convey their thoughts effectively.In the listening section, students listen to a series of recorded conversations, lectures, and interviews. They must answer questions based on the information they hear and demonstrate their understanding of the spoken English language.The speaking section of the exam tests students' oral communication skills. They are required to engage in a conversation with the examiners, demonstrate their ability to express their ideas clearly, and engage in meaningful dialogue.Overall, the 632 English comprehensive exam at Southwest University is a rigorous assessment of students' English language proficiency. Students who successfully pass this exam demonstrate their ability to read, write, listen, and speak in English with fluency and accuracy. It is an important milestone in their academic journey and a testament to their dedication and hard work in mastering the English language.篇2Southwest University 632 English Comprehensive ExamPart I: Listening Comprehension (40 points)Section A: Dialogue ComprehensionDirections: In this section, you will hear 10 short dialogues. At the end of each dialogue, a question will be asked about what was said. Both the dialogue and the question will be spoken only once. After hearing a dialogue and the question about it, read the four possible answers and decide which one is the best answer to the question you have heard.1. A. She is learning to play the guitar.B. She is preparing for her driving test.C. She is planning a trip to France.D. She is taking a cooking class.Answer: B2. A. The woman forgot to buy the tickets.B. The man will buy the tickets.C. They are going to attend a concert.D. They are talking on the phone.Answer: A3. A. He is allergic to nuts.B. He has a severe headache.C. He doesn't like the taste of walnuts.D. He loves eating walnuts.Answer: A4. A. The man likes the new job.B. The man is unhappy with his current job.C. The man is considering quitting his job.D. The man is looking for a job. Answer: A5. A. She is thirsty.B. She is going to buy a water bottle.C. She is asking for directions.D. She is looking for a restroom. Answer: B6. A. The man is laying on the beach.B. The man is studying at the library.C. The man is going to the cafe.D. The man is going to a party.Answer: B7. A. The man is feeding the dog.B. The man cleaned the fish tank.C. The man went fishing.D. The man is going to clean the fish tank. Answer: D8. A. She has already finished the project.B. She is going to finish the project tomorrow.C. She needs more time to finish the project.D. She doesn't know how to finish the project. Answer: C9. A. She wants to keep the curtain open.B. She wants to close the curtain.C. She wants a dark room.D. She wants to let the sunshine in. Answer: B10. A. The woman has lost her wallet.B. The woman found her wallet in her bag.C. The woman has her wallet in her pocket.D. The woman cannot find her wallet.Answer: DSection B: Sentence UnderstandingDirections: In this section, you will hear a sentence twice. When you hear the sentence, you must select the word or phrase that best completes the sentence. You will hear the sentence only once.11. All of the passengers were pleased with the ______________ service on the flight.A. efficientB. slowC. annoyingD. carelessAnswer: A12. The new library will be open ______________ the public next month.A. forB. toC. atD. byAnswer: B13. The little boy ______________ when he saw his favorite toy under the Christmas tree.A. was disappointedB. was excitedC. was boredD. was angryAnswer: B14. We need to ______________ the car before we go on our road trip.A. washB. cookC. fixD. talkAnswer: A15. Anna is ____________________ of heights, so she can't go on roller coasters.A. afraidB. fondC. interestedD. excitedAnswer: APart II: Reading Comprehension (60 points)Directions: There are 4 reading passages in this section. Each passage is followed by some questions or unfinished statements. For each of them, there are 4 choices marked A, B, C and D. You should decide on the best choice and mark the corresponding letter on the answer sheet.Passage 1The benefits of reading go far beyond relaxation and enjoyment. Regular reading can help improve brain function, increase empathy, reduce stress, and even improve physicalhealth. So, if you're looking for a good reason to pick up a book, here are ten.Reading decreases stress levels. Reading has been shown to reduce stress by as much as 68 percent. A study conducted by researchers at the University of Sussex showed that reading can reduce stress levels faster than other methods such as listening to music or going for a walk. This is because the human brain is put under pressure when reading, and reading then forces the body to respond to stress in a healthy way.16. According to the passage, what is an advantage of reading?A. It increases stress levels.B. It can be harmful to brain function.C. It helps increase empathy.D. It can help reduce stress.Answer: D17. What was a finding of the study conducted by the researchers at the University of Sussex?A. Reading can increase stress levels.B. Reading is not beneficial for brain function.C. Reading can reduce stress levels faster than listening to music.D. Reading does not put pressure on the human brain.Answer: CPassage 2Southwest University, located in Chongqing, China, is a comprehensive university with a wide range of disciplines and a strong academic reputation. Founded in 1906, the university has a history of over 100 years and has produced many outstanding graduates who have made significant contributions in various fields. Southwest University prides itself on its commitment to providing a high-quality education and fostering a culture of innovation and excellence.18. Where is Southwest University located?A. BeijingB. ChongqingC. ShanghaiD. GuangzhouAnswer: B19. How long has Southwest University been in existence?A. 50 yearsB. 100 yearsC. 150 yearsD. 200 yearsAnswer: BPassage 3Many people believe that sustainable development is essential for the future of our planet. Sustainable development is a holistic approach to economic, social, and environmental issues, focusing on long-term solutions rather than short-term fixes. By considering the impact of our actions on future generations, we can create a more equitable and sustainable world for all.20. Which of the following best defines sustainable development?A. A focus on short-term fixesB. A holistic approach to economic, social, and environmental issuesC. A disregard for future generationsD. A short-term approach to economic issuesAnswer: B21. What is the focus of sustainable development?A. Short-term solutionsB. Environmental issues onlyC. Long-term solutionsD. Immediate fixesAnswer: CPassage 4As the world becomes increasingly interconnected, the ability to communicate effectively in a foreign language is more important than ever. Learning a second language can open up a world of opportunities and enhance your understanding of different cultures. Whether you are a student, a business professional, or a traveler, knowing a second language can give you a competitive edge and broaden your horizons.22. According to the passage, why is learning a second language important?A. It limits your opportunities.B. It narrows your understanding of different cultures.C. It enhances communication skills.D. It is unnecessary in the globalized world.Answer: C23. Who can benefit from learning a second language?A. Only studentsB. Only business professionalsC. Only travelersD. EveryoneAnswer: DPart III: Writing (80 points)Directions: In this section, you are required to write an essay on one of the following topics. Your essay should be approximately 200-300 words in length. Your essay will be graded on the basis of your ability to express, support, anddevelop an idea or argument, clarity, coherence, organization, and appropriate use of language.Essay Prompts:1. The Importance of Education2. The Impact of Social Media on Society3. The Benefits of Traveling4. The Challenges of Globalization5. The Role of Technology in EducationOverall, the Southwest University 632 English Comprehensive Exam covers listening comprehension, reading comprehension, and writing skills to assess students' English proficiency in various areas. Students are encouraged to practice regularly to improve their language skills and perform well on the exam.篇3Southwest University632 English Comprehensive ExamPart I: Listening Comprehension (20 points)Directions: This part is designed to test your ability to understand spoken English. You will hear a selection of recorded materials and answer the questions based on what you hear.1. What is the man planning to do this weekend?A. Go to the beachB. Visit his parentsC. Attend a concertD. Watch a movie2. Where does the conversation most probably take place?A. At a restaurantB. At a schoolC. At a libraryD. At a bank3. What do we learn about the woman from the conversation?A. She is a vegetarianB. She enjoys cookingC. She is allergic to seafoodD. She prefers spicy food4. What is the woman's opinion on the new company policy?A. She disagrees with itB. She has no opinionC. She is uncertainD. She supports it5. What does the man imply about the project deadline?A. It will be extendedB. It will be tightC. It will be canceledD. It will be postponedPart II: Reading Comprehension (40 points)Directions: This part consists of four passages. Read the passages and answer the questions following each passage.Passage 1Hiking is a popular outdoor activity that involves walking in natural environments. It can range from short, leisurely walks in urban parks to adventurous treks in remote wilderness areas.Hiking can be a great way to exercise, relax, and connect with nature. In recent years, more people have taken up hiking as a way to stay healthy and explore the outdoors.6. What is the main topic of the passage?A. Camping in the wildernessB. The benefits of hikingC. Popular outdoor activitiesD. Exploring urban parks7. According to the passage, what has led to an increase in the popularity of hiking?A. Advances in technologyB. Concerns about the environmentC. A desire for physical fitnessD. A decline in urban parks8. What can be inferred about the difficulty level of hiking?A. It is too challenging for most peopleB. It varies depending on the locationC. It is the same for all types of hikersD. It is easier than other outdoor activitiesPassage 2The Great Wall of China is one of the most famous landmarks in the world. Stretching over 13,000 miles across northern China, it was originally built to protect the Chinese empire against invasions from neighboring tribes. Today, the Great Wall is a popular tourist attraction that draws millions of visitors each year. Many people come to walk along the wall and take in the breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape.9. What is the main purpose of the Great Wall of China?A. To defend against invasionsB. To promote Chinese cultureC. To provide transportationD. To create a barrier between cities10. According to the passage, why do many people visit the Great Wall of China?A. To learn about Chinese historyB. To study architectureC. To enjoy the viewsD. To shop for souvenirs11. What can be inferred about the length of the Great Wall?A. It is the same as the length of the Chinese empireB. It is longer than any other wall in the worldC. It varies depending on the locationD. It is a popular spot for campingPassage 3Social media has become an integral part of daily life for many people around the world. Platforms like Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram allow users to connect with friends, share photos and videos, and stay up-to-date on the latest news and trends. While social media can be a valuable tool for staying connected, it also has its drawbacks, including concerns about privacy, online harassment, and the spread of misinformation.12. According to the passage, what is one benefit of social media?A. Sharing personal informationB. Connecting with friendsC. Creating online personasD. Ignoring the latest news13. What can be inferred about privacy on social media?A. It is not a concern for most usersB. It is a top priority for social media companiesC. It is an issue that needs to be addressedD. It is easy to maintain14. What is one drawback of social media mentioned in the passage?A. Lack of engagementB. Concerns about privacyC. Limited featuresD. Slow internet connectionPassage 4The Amazon Rainforest, located in South America, is the largest tropical rainforest in the world. It is home to a wide variety of plant and animal species, many of which are not found anywhere else on Earth. The Amazon plays a crucial role in regulating the planet's climate and is often referred to as the "lungs of the earth" because of its ability to produce oxygen.However, the rainforest is facing increasing threats from deforestation, mining, and agriculture, which are putting its delicate ecosystem at risk.15. Where is the Amazon Rainforest located?A. North AmericaB. AfricaC. EuropeD. South America16. According to the passage, why is the Amazon Rainforest important?A. It is a popular tourist destinationB. It is home to endangered speciesC. It regulates the planet's climateD. It produces oil17. What is threatening the Amazon Rainforest, according to the passage?A. OverpopulationB. DeforestationC. TourismD. Conservation effortsPart III: Writing (40 points)Directions: In this part, you are going to write an essay on the following topic. You should write at least 200 words.Topic: The importance of learning a second languageIn today's globalized world, the ability to speak a second language is becoming increasingly important. Learning a second language not only allows us to communicate with people from different cultures and backgrounds, but it also opens up new opportunities for personal and professional growth.One of the key benefits of learning a second language is the ability to connect with people from around the world. Being able to speak a second language can help us break down barriers and build relationships with others, fostering greater understanding and empathy. In addition, learning a second language can enhance our cognitive abilities, improve our problem-solving skills, and even delay the onset of dementia in old age.From a professional standpoint, knowing a second language can give us a competitive edge in the job market. With many companies operating on a global scale, the demand formultilingual employees is on the rise. By learning a second language, we can expand our job prospects, increase our earning potential, and enhance our career opportunities.In conclusion, learning a second language is not just a valuable skill—it is a crucial asset in today's interconnected world. By embracing linguistic diversity and investing in language education, we can broaden our horizons, forge meaningful connections with others, and enrich our lives in countless ways.---This is just a sample of the type of questions and topics that may be included in the Southwest University 632 English Comprehensive Exam. Students should be prepared to demonstrate their listening comprehension, reading comprehension, and writing skills in order to successfully pass the exam. Good luck to all the test-takers!。

西南大学博士研究生入学考试《英语》试题及答案详解Part Two: Structure and Written Expression20Directions: In each question decide which of four choices given will most suitably complete the sentence if inserted at the place marked. Mark your choices on the ANSWERSHEET.21.The nuclear family __________ a self-contained, self-satisfying unit composed of father, mother and children.A. refers toB. definesC. describesD. devotes to22.Some polls show that roughly two-thirds of the general public believe that elderly Americans are________ by social isolation and loneliness.A. reproachedB. favoredC. plaguedD. reprehended23.In addition to bettering group and individual performance, cooperation ________ the quality of interpersonal relationship.A. ascendsB. compelsC. enhancesD. prefers24.In the past 50 years, there ________ a great increase in the amount of research _____on the human brain.A. was…didB. has been…to be doneC. was…doingD. has been…done25.“I must have eaten something wrong. I feel like _____ .”“We told you not to eat at a restaurant. You’d better _______ at home when you are not in the shape.”A. to throw up…to eatB. throwing up…eatingC. to throw up…eatD. throwing up…eat26. Parent shave to show due concerns to their children’s creativity and emotional output; otherwise what they think beneficial to the kids might probably _______ their enthusiasm and aspirations.A. hold backB. hold toC. hold downD. hold over27. According to psychoanalysis, a person’s attention is attracted ________ by the intensity of different signals ________ by their context, significance, and information content.A. not less than…asB. as…just asC. so much…asD. not so much…as28.They moved to Portland in1998 and lived in a big house, _______ to the south.A. the windows of which openedB. the windows of it openedC. its windows openedD. the windows of which opening29.The lady who has_______ for a night in the dead of the winter later turned out to be a distant relation of his.A. put him upB. put him outC. put him onD. put him in30.By standers,_______,_________ as they walked past lines of ambulances.A. bloody and covered with dust, looking dazedB. bloodied and covered with dust, looked dazedC. bloody and covered with dust, looked dazedD. bloodied and covered with dust, looking dazed31. Hong Kong was not a target for terror attacks, the Government insistedyesterday, as the US________ closed for an apparent security review.A. ConsulationB. ConstitutionC. ConsulateD. Consular32. American fans have selected Yao in a vote for the All-Star game ______the legendary O’Neal,who ______ the “Great Wall”at the weekend as the Rockets beat the Los Angeles Lakers.-A. in head of, ran onB. in head of, ran intoC. ahead of, ran ontoD. ahead of, ran into33. Professional archivists and librarians have the resources to duplicate materials in other formats and the expertise to retrieve materials trapped in _________ computers.A. abstractB. obsoleteC. obstinateD. obese34. She always prints important documents and stores a backup set at her house. “I actually think there’s something about the______ of paper that feels more comforting.” She said.A. tangibilityB. tanglednessC. tangentD. tantalization35.“They said what we always knew,”said an administration source,___________.A. he asked not to be namedB. who asked not to be namedC. who asked not be namedD. who asked not named36.In Germany, the industrial giants Daimler Chrysler and Siemens recently_______ their unions into signing contracts that lengthen work hours without increasing pay.A. muscledB. movedC. mushedD. muted37. He argues that the policy has done little to ease joblessness, and has left the country_______.A. energizedB. EnervatedC. NervedD. enacted38. The more people hear his demented rants, the more they see that he is a terrorist_______.A. who is pure and simpleB. being pure and simpleC. pure and simpleD. as pure and simple39. This expansion of rights has led to both a paralysis of the public service and to a rapid and terrible ________ in the character of the population.A. determinationB. deteriorationC. desolationD. desperation40._______ a declining birthrate, there will be an over-supply of 27,000 primary school places by 2010, _______ leaving 35 school sidle.B. Coupling with, equivalent toC. Coupled with, equivalent toD. Coupling with, equals toPart Three: Reading Comprehension 10Passage One The HeroMy mother’s parents came from Hungary, but my grandfather could trace his origin to Germany and also he was educated in Germany. Although he was able to hold a conversation in nine languages, he was most comfortable in German. Every morning, before going to his office, he read the German language newspaper, which was American owned and published in New York.My grandfather was the only one in his family to come to the United States with his wife and children. He still had relatives living in Europe. When the first world war broke out, he lamented the fact that if my uncle, his only son had to go, it would be cousin fighting against cousin. In the early days of the war, my grandmother begged him to stop taking the German newspaper and to take an English language newspaper, instead. He scoffed at the idea, explaining that the fact it was in German did not make it a German newspaper, but only an American newspaper, printed in German. But my grandmother insisted, for fear that the neighbors may see him read it and think he was German. So, he finally gave up the German newspaper.One day, the inevitable happened and my uncle Milton received notice to join the army. My grandparents were very upset, but my mother, his little sister, was excited. Now she could boast about her soldier brother going off to war. She was ten years old at the time, and my uncle, realizing how he was regarded by his little sister and her friends, went out and bought them all service pins, which meant that they had a loved one in the service. All the little girls were delighted. When the day came for him to leave, his whole regiment, in their uniforms, left together from the same train station. There was a band playing and my mother and her friends came to see him off. Each one wore her service pin and waved a small American flag, cheering the boys, as they left.The moment came and the soldiers, all very young, none of whom had hadany training, but who had never the less all been issued uniforms, boarded the train. The band played and the crowd cheered. The train groaned as if it knew the destiny to which it was taking its passengers, but it soon began to move. Still cheering and waving their flags, the band still playing, the train slowly departed the station.It had gone about a thousand yards when it suddenly ground to a halt. The band stopped playing, the crowd stopped cheering. Everyone gazed in wonder as the train slowly backed up and returned to the station. It seemed an eternity until the doors opened and the men started to file out. Someone shouted, “It’s the armistice. The war is over.” For a moment, nobody moved, but then the people heard someone bark orders at the soldiers. The men lined up and formed into two lines. They walked down the steps and, with the band playing behind, paraded down the street, as returning heroes, to be welcomed home by the assembled crowd. The next day my uncle returned to his job, and my grandfather resumed reading the German newspaper, which he read until the day he died.41. Where was the narrator’s family when this story took place?A. In Germany.B. In Hungary.C. In the United StatesD. In New York.42.His grandfather ____________.A. could not speak and read English well enoughB. knew nine languages equally wellC. knew a number of languages, but felt more kin to GermanD. loved German best because it made him think of home43. His grandmother did not want her husband to buy and read newspapers in German, because ________.A. it was war time and Germans were their enemyB. the neighbors would mistake them as pro-GermanC. it was easier to get newspapers in English in AmericaD. nobody else read newspapers in German during the wartime44. The narrator’s mother wanted her brother to go to fight in the war, because________.A. like everybody else at the wartime, she was very patrioticB. she hated the war and the Germans very muchC. all her friends had relatives in war and she wanted to be like themD. she liked to have a brother she could think of as a heroPassage TwoWaking Up from the American DreamsThere has been much talk recently about the phenomenon of “Wal-Martizatio n”of America, which refers to the attempt of America’s giant Wal-Mart chain store company to keep its cost at rock-bottom levels. For years, many American companies have embraced Wal-Mart-like stratagems to control labor costs, such as hiring temps (temporary workers) and part-timers, fighting unions, dismantling internal career ladders and outsourcing to lower paying contractors at home and abroad.While these tactics have the admirable outcome of holding down consumerprices, they’re costly in other ways. More than a quarter of the labor force, about 34 million workers, is trapped in low-wage, often dead-end jobs. Many middle-income and high-skilled employees face fewer opportunities, too, as companies shift work to subcontract or sand temps agencies and move white-collar jobs to China and India.The result has been an erosion of one of America’s most cherished value: giving its people the ability to move up the economic ladder over their life times. Historically, most Americans, even low-skilled ones, were able to find poorly paid janitorial or factory jobs, then gradually climbed into the middleclass as they gained experience and moved up the wage curve. But the number of workers progressing upward began to slip in 1970s. Upward mobility diminished even more in the 1980s as globalization and technology slammed blue-collar wages.Restoring American mobility is less a question of knowing what to do than of making it happen. Experts have decried schools’in adequacy for years, but fixing them is a long, arduous struggle. Similarly, there have been plenty of warnings about declining college access, but finding funds was difficult even in eras of large surpluses.45. The American dream in this passage mainly refers to____________.A. there are always possibilities offered to people to develop themselves in the societyB. Americans can always move up the pay ladderC. American young people can have access to college, even they are poorD. the labor force is not trapped in low-wage and dead-end jobs46. Wal-Mart strategy, according to this passage, is to___________.A. hire temps and part-timers to reduce its costB. outsource its contracts to lower price agencies at home and abroadC. hold down its consumer price by controlling its labor costsD. dismantle the career ladder and stop people’s mobility upward47. Which of the following statements is NOTTRUE?A. Wal-Martization has been successful in keeping costs at rock-bottom levels.B. Upward mobility for low-skilled workers has become impossible in the U.S.C. More business opportunities are given to low-cost agencies in China and India.D. Although people know how to restore American mobility, it’s difficult to change the present situation.Passage Three Seniors and the CityTens of thousands of retirees are pulling up stakes in suburban areas and fashioningtheir own retirement communities in the heart of the bustling city. They are looking for what most older people want: a home with no stairs and low crime rates. And they are willing to exchange regular weekly golf time for rich cultural offerings, young neighbors and plenty of good restaurants. Spying an opportunity, major real-estate developer shavebroken ground on urban sites they intended to market to suburban retirees. These seniors are already changing the face of big cities. One developer, Fran Mc Carthy asks: “Who ever thought that suburban flight would be roundtrip?”The trickle of older folks returning to the city has grown into a steady stream. While some cities, especially those with few cultural offerings, have seen an exodus of seniors, urban planners say others have become retirees magnets. Between 1999 and 2000, the population of 64-to-75-year-olds in downtown Chicago rose 17 percent. Austin, New Orleans, and Los Angeles have seen double-digit increases as well. There may be hidden health benefits to city living. A study reveals that moving from suburbs to the city can ward off the byproduct of aging--- social isolation. In the next six years, downtowns are expected to grow even grayer. For affluent retirees, city life is an increasingly popular option.48. Retired seniors are moving back into the city because____________.A. they find there are too many crimes in the suburbsB. unlike the flats in the city, their country house have stairs to climbC. they are no longer interested in playing golfD. in the city, they have more social and cultural life against loneliness49. From the passage we can infer that_________.A. the real-estate developers have broken their original contracts of construction with senior retireesB. a life in the downtown city is expensive, and most of those retirees who moved back into the city are very well-offC. with more older people living in the city, the city will become gray and less beautifulD. very soon the American suburban areas will face their low population crisis50. Fran Mc Carthy’s question means: nobody ever thought that__________.A. people who moved out of the city decades ago now would move backB. suburban dwellers when moving back into the city must take roundtripC. suburban flight years ago would go in circlesD. senior people’s moving back into the city would take place all over the United StatesDirections: Read the following passage carefully and then explain in your own English the exact meaning of the numbered and underlined parts. Put your answers on ANSWERSHEET(2)15(51) Being angry increases the risk of injury, especially among men, new research says.There searchers gathered data on more than 2,400 accident victims at three Missouri hospitals. They interviewed each subject to determine the patient’s emotional state just before the injury and 24 hours earlier, gathering data on whether the patients felt irritable, angry or hostile, and to what degree. Then they compared the results with a control groupof uninjured people.(52)Despite widespread belief in “road rage,”anger did not correlate with injuries from traffic accidents.(53)Not surprisingly, anger was strongly associated with injuries inflicted deliberately. But other injuries–those neither intentionally inflicted nor from falls or traffic accidents–also showed strong associations with anger.(54)The correlations were significantly weaker for women than for men, but there were no differences by race. The authors acknowledge that their data depend on self-reports, which are not always reliable.(55)Why anger correlates with injury is not known. “I can speculate that the anger may have prompted some behavior that led to the injury, or may have simply distracted the person, leading indirectly to the injury,”said the study’s lead author.Part Four: Cloze Test10Directions: Read the following passage carefully and then fill in each numbered blank with ONE suitable word to complete the passage. Put your answers on ANSWERSHEET (2).Last year French drivers killed(56)_______ than 5,000 people on the roads for the first time in decades. Credit goes largely(57)________ the 1,000 automated radar cameras planted on the nation’s high ways since 2003, which experts reckon(58)_______ 3,000 lives last year. Success, of course breeds success: the government plans to install500(59)______radar devices this year.So it goes with surveillance these days. Europeans used to look at the security cameras posted in British cities, subways and buses(60)_______ the seeds of an Orwellian world that was largely unacceptable in Continental Europe. But last year’s London bombing, in which video cameras(61)________a key role in identifying the perpetrators, have helped spuraseachange. A month(62)_______ the London attacks, half of Germans supported EU-wide plans to require Internet providers and telecoms to store all e-mail, Internet and phone data for “anti-terror”(63)______.In a British poll, 73 percent of respondents said they were(64)_______ to give up some civil liberty to improve(65)________.Part Five: Proof reading 10Directions: In the following passage, there are altogether 10 mistakes, ONE in each numbered and underlined part. You may have to change a word, add a word, or just delete a word. If you change a word, cross it with a slash(/) and write the correct word beside it. If you add a word, write the missing word between the words (in brackets) immediately before and after it. If you delete a word, cross it out with a slash(/). Put your answer on ANSWERSHEET(2).Examples:eg.1(66)The meeting begun 2 hours ago.Correction put on the ANSWERSHEET(2):(66) begunbeganeg.2(67) Scarcely they settled themselves in their seats in the theatre when the curtain went up.Correction put on the ANSWERSHEET(2):(67)(Scarcely) had (they)eg.3(68)Never will I not do it again.Correction put on the ANSWERSHEET(2):(68)not(66)Application files are piled highly this month in colleges across the country.(67) Admissions officers are poring essays and recommendation letters, scouring transcripts and standardized test scores.(68)But anything is missing from many applications: a class ranking, oncea major component in admissions decisions.In the cat-and-mouse maneuvering over admission to prestigious colleges and universities, (69) thousands of high schools have simply stopped providing that information, concluding it could harm the chances of their very better, but not best, students.(70)Canny college officials,in turn, have found a tactical way to response.(71) Using broad data that high schools often provide, like a distribution of grade averages for entire senior class, they essentially recreate an applicant’s class rank.(72)The process has left them exasperating.(73)“If we’re looking at your son or daughter and you want us to know that they are among the best in their school, with a rank we don’t necessarily know that,”said Jim Bock, dean of admissions and financialaid at Swarthmore College.(74)Admissions directors say strategy can backfire.When high schools do not provide enough general information to recreate the class rank calculation, (75) many admissions directors say they have little choice and to do something virtually no one wants them to do: give more weight to scores on the SAT and other standardized exams.Part Six: Writing15Directions: Write a short composition of about 250 to 300 words on the topic given below. Write it neatly on ANSWERSHEET(2).Recently, a newspaper carried an article entitled: “We Should No Longer Force Gong Li and Zhang Yimou to Take Part in National Politics”. The article argued that some artists and film stars are unwilling or unqualified to represent the people in the People’s Congress or the People’s Political Consultative Conference, and they should not be forced to do so. 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