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2005年6月大学英语四级CET4真题及答案2005年6月大学英语四级CET4真题及答案2005年6月大学英语四级CET4真题及答案a) are becoming more cautious about the products they are going to buyb) are still not willing to pay more for products with green labelingc) are becoming more aware of the effects different products have on the environmentd) still do not know the exact impact of different products on the environment33. a study was carried out by britain’s ncc to _______a) find out how many claims made by products fail to meet environmental standardsb) inform the consumers of the environmental impact of the products they buyc) examine claims made by products against iso standardsd) revise the guidelines set by the international standards organization34. what is one of the consequences caused by the many claims of household products?a) they are likely to lead to serious environmental problemsb) consumers find it difficult to tell the true from the falsec) they could arouse widespread anger among consumerd) consumers will be tempted to buy products they don’t need35. it can be inferred from the passage that the lobby group consumer international wants to ____.a) make product labeling satisfy iso requirementsb) see all household products meet environmental standardsc) warn consumers of the danger of so-called green productsd) verify the efforts of non-polluting productspassage 4two hours from the tall buildings of manhattan and philadelphia live some of the world’s largest black bears. they are in northern pennsylvania’s pocono mountains, a home they share with an abundance of other wildlife.the streams, lakes, meadows (草地), mountain ridges andforests that make the poconos an ideal place for black bears have also attracted more people to the region. open spaces are threatened by plans for housing estates and important habitats (栖息地) are endangered by highway construction . to protect the poconos’natural beauty from irresponsible development, the nature conservancy (大自然保护协会) named the area one of america’s “last great places”.operating out of a century-old schoolhouse in the village of long pond, pennsylvania, the conservancy’s bud cook is working with local people and business leaders to balance economic growth with environmental protection. by forging partnerships with people like francis altemose, the conservancy has been able to protect more than 14,000 acres of environmentally important land in the area.altemose’s family has farmed in the pocono area for generations. two years ago francis worked with the conservancy to include his farm in a county farmland protection program. as a result, his family’s land can be protected from development and the altemoses will be better able to provide a secure financial future for their 7-year-old grandson.cook attributes the conservancy’s success in the poconosto having a local presence and a commitment to working with local residents“the key to protecting these remarkable lands is connecting with the local community,”cook said. “the people who live there respect the land. they value quiet forests, clear streams and abundant wildlife. they are eager to help with conservation effort.for more information on how you can help the nature conservancy protect the poconos and the world’s other “last great places,”please call 1-888-564 6864 or visit us on the world wide web at .36. the purpose in naming the poconos as one of america’s “last great places”is to ________a) gain support from the local communityb) protect it from irresponsible developmentc) make it a better home for black bearsd) provide financial security for future generations37. we learn from the passage that _______a) the population in the pocono area is growingb) wildlife in the pocono area is dying out rapidlyc) the security of the pocono residents is being threatenedd) farmlands in the pocono area are shrinking fast38. what is important in protecting the poconos according to cook?a) the setting up of an environmental protection websiteb) support from organizations like the nature conservancy 共7页，当前第4页42005年6月大学英语四级CET4真题及答案相关内容:。

2005年6月大学英语四级(CET-4)真题试卷Part I Listening Comprehension (20 minutes)Section A1. A) The man hates to lend his tools to other people.B) The man hasn’t finished working on the bookshelf.C) The tools have already been returned to the woman.D) The tools the man borrowed from the woman are missing.2. A) Give the ring to a policeman.B) Wait for the owner of the ring in the rest room.C) Hand in the ring to the security office.D) Take the ring to the administration building.3. A) Save time by using a computer.B) Buy her own computer.C) Borrow Martha’s computer.D) Stay home and complete her paper.4. A) The man doesn’t have money for his daughter’s graduate studies.B) The man doesn’t think his daughter will get a business degree.C) The man insists that his daughter should pursue her studies in science.D) The man advises his daughter to think carefully before making her decision.5. A) The cinema is some distance away from where they are.B) He would like to read the film review in the newspaper.C) They should wait to see the movie at a later time.D) He’ll find his way to the cinema.6. A) He’s been to Seattle many times.B) He has chaired a lot of conferences.C) He has a high position in his company.D) He lived in Seattle for many years.7. A) Teacher and student.B) Doctor and patient.C) Manager and office worker.D) Travel agent and customer.8. A) She knows the guy who will give the lecture.B) She thinks the lecture might be informative.C) She wants to add something to her lecture.D) She’ll finished her report this weekend.9. A) An art museum.B) A beautiful park.C) A college campus.D) An architectural exhibition.10. A) The houses for sale are of poor quality.B) The houses are too expensive for the couple to buy.C) The housing developers provide free trips for potential buyers.D) The man is unwilling to take a look at the houses for sale. Section BPassage 111. A) Synthetic fuelB) Solar energyC) AlcoholD) Electricity12. A) Air traffic conditionsB) Traffic jams on highwaysC) Road conditionsD) New traffic rules13. A) Go through a health checkB) Carry little luggageC) Arrive early for boardingD) Undergo security checksPassage 214. A) In a fast-food restaurantB) At a shopping centerC) At a county fairD) In a bakery15. A) Avoid eating any foodB) Prepare the right type of pie to eatC) Wash his hands thoroughlyD) Practice eating a pie quickly16. A) On the tableB) Behind his backC) Under his bottomD) On his lap17. A) Looking sideways to see how fast your neighbor eats.B) Eating from the outside toward the middle.C) Swallowing the pie with water.D) Holding the pie in the right position.Passage 318. A) BeautyB) LoyaltyC) LuckD) Durability19. A) He wanted to follow the tradition of his country.B) He believed that it symbolized an everlasting marriage.C) It was thought a blood vessel in that finger led directly to the heart.D) It was supposed that the diamond on that finger would bring good luck.20. A) The two people can learn about each other’s likes and dislikes.B) The two people can have time to decide if they are a good match.C) The two people can have time to shop for their new home.D) The two people can earn enough money for their wedding.Part II Reading Comprehension (35 minutes)Passage 1Is there enough oil beneath the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge (保护区) (ANWR) to help secure America’s energy future? President Bush certainly thinks so. He has argued that tapping ANWR’s oil would help ease California’s electricity crisis and provide a major boost to the country’s energy independence. But no one knows for sure how much crude oil lies buried beneath the frozen earth with the last government survey, conducted in 1998, projecting output anywhere from 3 billion to 16 billion barrels.The oil industry goes with the high end of the range, which could equal as much as 10% of U.S. consumption for as long as six years. By pumping more than 1 million barrels a day from the reserve for the next two three decades, lobbyists claim, the nation could cut back on imports equivalent to all shipments to the U.S. from Saudi Arabia. Sounds good. An oil boom would also mean a multibillion-dollar windfall (意外之财) in tax revenues,royalties (开采权使用费) and leasing fees for Alaska and the Federal Government. Best of all, advocates of drilling say, damage to the environment would be insignificant. “We’ve never had a document case of oil rig chasing deer out onto the pack ice.” says Alaska State Representative Scott Ogan.Not so far, say environmentalists. Sticking to the low end of government estimates, the National Resources Defense Council says there may be no more than 3.2 billion barrels of economically recoverable oil in the coastal plain of ANWR, a drop in the bucket that would do virtually nothing to ease America’s energy problems. And consumers would wait up to a decade to gain any benefits, because drilling could begin only after much bargaining over leases, environmental permits and regulatory review. As for ANWR’s impact on the California power crisis, environmentalists point out that oil is responsible for only 1% of the Golden State’s electricity output—and just 3% of the nation’s.21. What does President Bush think of tapping oil in ANWR?A) It will exhaust the nation’s oil reserves.B) It will help secure the future of ANWR.C) It will help reduce the nation’s oil imports.D) It will increase America’s energy consumption.22. We learn from the second paragraph that the American oil industry ________.A) believes that drilling for oil in ANWR will produce high yieldsB) tends to exaggerate America’s reliance on foreign oilC) shows little interest in tapping oil in ANWRD) expects to stop oil imports from Saudi Arabia23. Those against oil drilling in ANWR argue that ________.A) it can cause serious damage to the environmentB) it can do little to solve U.S. energy problemsC) it will drain the oil reserves in the Alaskan regionD) it will not have much commercial value24. What do the environmentalists mean by saying “Not so fast” (Line 1, Para. 3)?A) Oil exploitation takes a long timeB) The oil drilling should be delayedC) Don’t be too optimisticD) Don’t expect fast returns25. It can be learned from the passage that oil exploitation beneath ANWR’s frozenearth ________.A) remains a controversial issueB) is expected to get under way soonC) involves a lot of technological problemsD) will enable the U.S. to be oil independentPassage 2“Tear‘em apart!” “Kill the fool!” “Murder the referee (裁判)!”These are common remarks one may hear at various sporting events. At the time they are made, they may seem innocent enough. But let’s not kid ourselves. They have been known to influence behavior in such a way as to lead to real bloodshed. V olumes have been written about the way words affect us. It has been shown that words having certain connotations (含义) may cause us to react in ways quite foreign to what we consider to be our usual humanistic behavior. I see the term “opponent” as one of those words. Perhaps the time has come to delete it from sports terms.The dictionary meaning of the term “opponent “is “adversary “: “enemy “; “one who opposes your interests.” “Thus, when a player meets an opponent, he or she may tend to treat that opponent as an enemy. At such times, winning may dominate one’s intellect, and every action, no matter how gross, may be considered justifiable. I recall an incident in a handball game when a referee refused a player’s request for a time out for a glove change because he did not considered then wet enough. The player proceeded to rub his gloves across his wet T-shirt and then exclaimed. “Are they wet enough now?”In the heat of battle, players have been observed to throw themselves across the court without considering the consequences that such a move might have on anyone in their way. I have also witnessed a player reacting to his opponent’s international and illegal blocking by deliberately hitting him with the ball as hard as he could during the course of play. Off the court, they are good friends. Does that make any sense? It certainly gives proof of a court attitude which departs from normal behavior.Therefore, I believe it is time we elevated (提升) the game to the level where it belongs thereby setting an example to the rest of the sporting world. Replacing the term “opponent” with “associate” could be an ideal way to start.The dictionary meaning of the term “associate” is “colleague”; “friend”; “companion.” Reflect a moment! You may soon see and possibly feel the difference i n your reaction to the term “associate” rather than “opponent.”26. Which of the following statements best expresses the author’s view?A) Aggressive behavior in sports can have serious consequences.B) The words people use can influence their behavior.C) Unpleasant words in sports are often used by foreign athletes.D) Unfair judgments by referees will lead to violence on the sports field.27. Harsh words are spoken during games because the players ________.A) are too eager to winB) are usually short-tempered and easily offendedC) cannot afford to be polite in fierce competitionD) treat their rivals as enemies28. What did the handball player do when he was not allowed a time out to change hisgloves?A) He refused to continue the game.B) He angrily hit the referee with a ball.C) He claimed that the referee was unfair.D) He wet his gloves by rubbing them across his T-shirt.29. According to the passage, players, in a game, may ________.A) deliberately throw the ball at anyone illegally blocking their wayB) keep on screaming and shouting throughout the gameC) lie down on the ground as an act of protestD) kick the ball across the court with force30. The author hopes to have the current situation in sports improved by ________.A) calling on players to use clean language on the courtB) raising the referee’s sense of responsibilityC) changing the attitude of players on the sports fieldD) regulating the relationship between players and refereesPassage 3Consumers are being confused and misled by the hodge-podge (大杂烩) of environmental claims made by household products, according to a “green labeling” study published by Consumers International Friday.Among the report’s more outrageous (令人无法容忍的) findings-a German fertilizer described it self as “earthworm friendly” a brand of flour said it was “non-polluting” and a British toilet paper claimed to be “environmentally friendlier”The study was written and researched by Britain’s National Consumer Council (NCC) for lobby group Consumer International. It was funded by the German and Dutch governments and the European Commission.“ While many good and useful claims are being made, it is clear there is a long way to go in ensuring shoppers are adequately informed about the environmental impact of products they buy,” said Consumers International director Anna Fielder.The 10-country study surveyed product packaging in Britain, Western Europe, Scandinavia and the United States. It found that products sold in Germany and the United Kingdom made the most environmental claims on average.The report focused on claims made by specific products, such as detergent (洗涤剂) insect sprays and by some garden products. It did not test the claims, but compared them to labeling guidelines set by the International Standards Organization (ISO) in September, 1999.Researchers documented claims of environmental friendliness made by about 2,000 products and found many too vague or too misleading to meet ISO standards.“Many products had specially-designed labels to make them seem environmentally friendly, but in fact many of these symbols mean nothing,” said report researcher Philip Page.“Laundry detergents made the most number of claims with 158. Household cleaners were second with 145 separate claims, while paints were third on our list with 73. The high numbers show how very confusing it must be for consumers to sort the true from the misleading.” he said.The ISO labeling standards ban vague or misleading claims on product packaging, because terms such as “environmentally friendly” and “non-polluting” cannot be verified. “What we are now pushing for is to have multinational corporations meet the standards set by the ISO.” said Page.31. According to the passage, the NCC found it outrageous that ________.A) all the products surveyed claim to meet ISO standardsB) the claims made by products are often unclear or deceivingC) consumers would believe many of the manufactures’ claimD) few products actually prove to be environment friendly32. As indicated in this passage, with so many good claims, the consumers ________.A) are becoming more cautious about the products they are going to buyB) are still not willing to pay more for products with green labelingC) are becoming more aware of the effects different products have on theenvironmentD) still do not know the exact impact of different products on the environment33. A study was carried out by Britain’s NCC to ________.A) find out how many claims made by products fail to meet environmentalstandardsB) inform the consumers of the environmental impact of the products they buyC) examine claims made by products against ISO standardsD) revise the guidelines set by the International Standards Organization34. What is one of the consequences caused by the many claims of household products?A) They are likely to lead to serious environmental problems.B) Consumers find it difficult to tell the true from the false.C) They could arouse widespread anger among consumer.D) Consumers will be tempted to buy products they don’t need.35. It can be inferred from the passage that the lobby group Consumer Internationalwants to ________.A) make product labeling satisfy ISO requirementsB) see all household products meet environmental standardsC) warn consumers of the danger of so-called green productsD) verify the efforts of non-polluting productsPassage 4Two hours from the tall buildings of Manhattan and Philadelphia live some of the world’s largest black bears. They are in northern Pennsylvania’s Pocono Mountains, a home they share with an abundance of other wildlife.The streams, lakes,meadows (草地), mountain ridges and forests that make the Poconos an ideal place for black bears have also attracted more people to the region. Open spaces are threatened by plans for housing estates and important habitats (栖息地) are endangered by highway construction. To protect the Poconos natural beauty from irresponsible development, the Nature Conservancy (大自然保护协会) named the area one of America’s “Last Great Places”.Operating out of a century-old schoolhouse in the village of Long Pond, Pennsylvania, the conservancy’s bud Cook is working with local people and business leaders to balance economic growth with environmental protection. By forging partnerships with people like Francis Altemose, the Conservancy has been able to protect more than 14,000 acres of environmentally important land in the area.Altemose’s family has farmed in the Pocono area for generations. Two years ago Francis worked with the Conservancy to include his farm in a county farmland protection program. As a result, his family’s land can be protected from development and theAltemoses will be better able to provide a secure financial future for their 7-year-old grandson.Cook attributes the Conservancy’s success in the Poconos to having a local presence and a commitment to working with local residents“The key to protecting these remarkable lands is connecting with the local community,” Cook said. “The people who live there respect the land. They value quiet forests, clear streams and abundant wildlife. They are eager to help with conservation effort.For more information on how you can help the Nature Conservancy protect the Poconos and the world’s other “Last Great Places,” please call 1-888-564 6864 or visit us on the World Wide Web at .36. The purpose in naming the Poconos as one of America’s “Last Great Places” is to________.A) gain support from the local communityB) protect it from irresponsible developmentC) make it a better home for black bearsD) provide financial security for future generations37. We learn from the passage that ________.A) the population in the Pocono area is growingB) wildlife in the Pocono area is dying out rapidlyC) the security of the Pocono residents is being threatenedD) farmlands in the Pocono area are shrinking fast38. What is important in protecting the Poconos according to Cook?A) The setting up of an environmental protection websiteB) Support from organizations like The Nature ConservancyC) Cooperation with the local residents and business leadersD) Inclusion of farmlands in the region’s protection program39. What does Bud Cook mean by “having a local presence” (Line 1, Para. 5)?A) Financial contributions from local business leadersB) Consideration of the interests of the local residentsC) The establishment of a wildlife protection foundation in the areaD) The setting up of a local Nature Conservancy branch in the Pocono area40. The passage most probably is ________.A) an official documentB) a news storyC) an advertisementD) a research reportPart III Vocabulary (20 minutes)41. A word processor is much better than a typewriter in that it enables you to enter and________ your text more easily.A) registerB) editC) proposeD) discharge42. We don’t know why so many people in that region like to wear dresses of such________ colors.A) lowB) humbleC) mildD) dull43. The news has just ________ that the president is going to visit China next month.A) come downB) come upC) come outD) come about44. The ________ that exists among nations could certainly be lessened ifmisunderstanding and mistrust were removed.A) tensionB) strainC) stressD) intensity45. The other day, Mum and I went to St. James’s Hospital, and they did lots and lots oftests on me, most of them ________ and frightening.A) cheerfulB) horribleC) hostileD) friendly46. In the Mediterranean seaweed is so abundant and so easily harvested that it is neverof great ________.A) fareB) paymentC) worthD) expense47. The writer was so ________ in her work that she didn’t notice him enter the room.A) absorbedB) abandonedC) focusedD) centered48. Actually, information technology can ________ the gap between the poor and therich.A) linkB) breakC) allyD) bridge49. Some research workers completely ________ all those facts as though they neverexisted.A) ignoreB) leaveC) refuseD) miss50. Computer power now allows automatic searches of fingerprint files to match a printat a crime ________.A) stageB) sceneC) locationD) occasion51. The most basic reason why dialects should be preserved is that language helps to________ a culture.A) retainB) relateC) remark52. Companies are struggling to find the right ________ between supply and demand,but it is no easy task.A) equationB) formulaC) balanceD) pattern53. Mass advertising helped to ________ the emphasis from the production of goods totheir consumption.A) varyB) shiftC) layD) moderate54. Because of his excellent administration, people lived in peace and ________ and allpreviously neglected matters were taken care of.A) convictionB) contestC) consentD) content55. I know you’ve got a smooth tongue, so don’t talk me ________ buying it.A) awayB) downC) outD) into56. Showing some sense of humor can be a(n) ________ way to deal with somestressful situation.A) effectiveB) efficientC) favorableD) favorite57. The situation described in the report ________ terrible, but it may not happen.A) inclinesB) maintainsD) remains58. The company is trying every means to ________ the wholesale price of its products.A) pull downB) put downC) set downD) bring down59. The mayor ________ the police officer a medal of honor for his heroic deed inrescuing the earthquake victims.A) rewardedB) awardedC) creditedD) prized60. The native Canadians lived in ________ with nature, for they respected nature as aprovider of life.A) coordinationB) acquaintanceC) contactD) harmony61. Many people are asking whether traditional research universities in fact have anyfuture ________.A) at allB) so farC) in allD) on end62. I was impressed ________ the efficiency of the work done in the company.A) inB) aboutC) withD) for63. Now in Britain, wines take up four times as much ________ in the storehouse asboth beer and spirits.A) blockC) patchD) space64. His hand shook a little as he ________ the key in the lock.A) squeezedB) insertedC) stuffedD) pierced65. For professional athletes, ________ to the Olympics means that they have a chanceto enter the history books.A) accessB) attachmentC) appealD) approach66. In the long ________, the new information technologies may fundamentally alterour way of life.A) viewB) distanceC) jumpD) run67. All the arrangements should be completed ________ your departure.A) prior toB) superior toC) contrary toD) parallel to68. We need to create education standards that prepare our next generation who will be________ with an even more competitive market.A) tackledB) encounteredC) dealtD) confronted69. In the late seventies, the amount of fixed assets required to produce one vehicle inJapan was ________ equivalent to that in the United States.B) roughlyC) readilyD) coarsely70. Many people believe we are heading for environmental disaster ________ weradically change way we live.A) butB) althoughC) unlessD) lestPart IV Short Answer Questions (15 minutes)We commonly think of sportsmanship in connection with athletic contests, but it also applies to individual outdoor sports. Not everyone who picks up a fishing rod or goes out with a gun is a sportsman. The sportsman first of all obeys the fish and game laws, not because he is liable to be punished as a violator, but because he knows that in the main these laws are made for his best interests.The following are some of the things that those who would qualify for membership in the sportsmanship fraternity (圈内人) will do.1. Take no more game than the bag limit provided for by the fish and game laws. The person who comes back from a trip boasting about the large number of fish or game taken is not a sportsman but a game hog (贪得无厌的捕猎者).2. Observe the unwritten rules of fair play. This means shooting game birds only when the birds are “on the wing”. For the same reason, do not use a shotgun to shoot a rabbit or similar animal while it is sitting or standing still.3. Be careful in removing illegal or undersized fish from the hook. This should be done only after wetting the hands. This is necessary because the body of the fish is covered with a thin, protective film which will stick to your dry hands. If the hands are dry when the fish is handled, the film is torn from the body of the fish. Without the protective film, the fish is more easily attacked by diseases. If you wish to release a fish that is hooked in such a way that it will be impossible to be close to the hook as convenient. In a remarkably short time, the hook will break down and the fish will remain almost unharmed. Fish have been known to feed successfully while hooks were still in their lips.4. Be sure of the identity of your target before you shoot. Many useful and harmless species of wildlife are thoughtlessly killed by the uninformed person who is out with a gun to kill whatever flies within range.S1. In what respect does the author think individual outdoor sports are similar to athletic contests?S2. A person who goes out fishing with a fishing rod or hunting with a gun is not necessarily ________.S3. What’s the most important thing a true sportsman should bear in mind when he goes fishing or hunting ________.S4. Those who violate the fish and game laws will not be ________ for membership in the sportsmanship fraternity.S5. What are people called when they break the bag limit and boast about their big catch?S6. A true sportsman will not shoot an animal which is not ________.S7. What are people advised to do before they remove illegal or undersized fish from the hook?S8. What should sportsman do to avoid killing rare species of wildlife?Part V Writing (30 minutes)Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write a short essay in honor of teachers on the occasion of Teacher’s Day. You should write at least 120words following the outline given below:1. 向老师致以节日祝贺2. 从一件难忘的事回忆老师的教诲和无私的奉献3. 我如何回报老师的关爱2005年6月四级参考答案Part I Listening Comprehension1. D2. C3. B4. D5. A6. A7. C8. B9. C 10. D 11. D 12. A 13. B 14. C 15. A 16. B 17. B 18. A 19. C 20. BPart II Reading Comprehension21. C 22. A 23. B 24. C 25. A 26. B 27. D 28. D 29. A 30. C 31. B 32. D 33. C 34. B 35. A 36. B 37. A 38. C 39. D 40. DPart III41. B 42. D 43. C 44. A 45. B 46. C 47. A 48. D 49. A 50. B 51. A 52. C 53. B 54. D 55. D 56. A 57. C 58. D 59. B 60. D61. A 62. C 63. D 64. B 65. A 66. D 67. A 68. D 69. B 70. CPart IV Short Answer QuestionsS1. Both of them are in common with sportsmanshipS2. a sportsmanS3. To obey the law.S4. qualifiedS5. A game hog.S6. movingS7. To wet their hands.S8. They should know the identity of the target.。

2025年全国大学英语CET四级考试模拟试卷及答案指导一、写作（15分）CET-4 Writing SectionDirections: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write a short essay entitled “The Importance of Teamwork”. You should write at least 120 words but no more than 180 words.Sample Essay: The Importance of TeamworkIn today’s fast-paced and highly competitive world, the concept of teamwork has become more crucial than ever. It is often said that one can go fast alone, but to go far, one must go together. This saying underlines the importance of teamwork in achieving common goals effectively and efficiently.Teamwork allows for the pooling of diverse skills and talents, which leads to more innovative solutions and better decision-making. When individuals with different backgrounds and expertise collaborate, they bring unique perspectives to the table, fostering an environment where creativity thrives. Furthermore, working as a team builds a support system, enabling members to rely on each other during challenging times, thus reducing stress and increasing job satisfaction.Another significant benefit of teamwork is the ability to accomplish tasksthat would be impossible for an individual to handle. By dividing work among team members based on their strengths, teams can tackle complex projects, ensuring all aspects are thoroughly covered. This not only improves the quality of work but also accelerizes the completion time.In conclusion, the value of teamwork cannot be overstated. It is through collaboration and mutual support that we can achieve great things, overcome obstacles, and reach our full potential. Embracing the spirit of teamwork is essential for both personal and professional success in our interconnected world.Analysis:•Introduction: The essay begins with a clear statement about the increasing significance of teamwork in the modern era, setting up the main argument.•Body Paragraphs:•The first body paragraph discusses how teamwork enhances innovation and decision-making by combining varied skills and viewpoints.•The second body paragraph highlights the supportive nature of teamwork, emphasizing its role in managing stress and boosting morale.• A third point is made about the efficiency and effectiveness gained from dividing labor according to individual strengths, allowing for thesuccessful execution of complex tasks.•Conclusion: The concluding paragraph reinforces the thesis, summarizing the key benefits of teamwork and linking them to broader concepts ofachievement and personal growth.This sample response adheres to the word limit (156 words), maintains a coherent structure, and provides specific examples to support the main points, making it a strong example for the CET-4 writing section.二、听力理解-短篇新闻（选择题，共7分）第一题News Item 1:A new study has found that the popularity of online shopping has led to a significant increase in the use of plastic packaging. The researchers analyzed data from various e-commerce platforms and discovered that the amount of plastic packaging used in online orders has doubled over the past five years. This has raised concerns about the environmental impact of e-commerce and the need for more sustainable packaging solutions.Questions:1、What is the main issue addressed in the news?A) The decline of traditional shopping methods.B) The environmental impact of online shopping.C) The growth of e-commerce platforms.D) The advantages of plastic packaging.2、According to the news, what has happened to the use of plastic packaging in online orders over the past five years?A) It has decreased by 50%.B) It has remained stable.C) It has increased by 25%.D) It has doubled.3、What is the primary concern raised by the study regarding online shopping?A) The increase in the number of e-commerce platforms.B) The high cost of online shopping.C) The environmental impact of plastic packaging.D) The difficulty in returning products.Answers:1、B) The environmental impact of online shopping.2、D) It has doubled.3、C) The environmental impact of plastic packaging.第二题Section B: Short NewsIn this section, you will hear one short news report. At the end of the news report, you will hear three questions. After each question, there is a pause. During the pause, you must read the four choices marked A), B), C) and D), and decide which is the best answer. Then mark the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the center.News Report:The World Health Organization announced today that it has added the ChineseSinovac COVID-19 vaccine to its list of vaccines approved for emergency use. This move will facilitate the distribution of the vaccine in lower-income countries participating in the COVAX initiative aimed at ensuring equitable access to vaccines globally. The WHO praised the Sinovac vaccine for its easy storage requirements, making it ideal for areas with less sophisticated medical infrastructure.Questions:1、According to the news report, what did the WHO announce?A)The end of the pandemicB)Approval of a new vaccineC)Launch of a global health campaignD)Increased funding for vaccine researchAnswer: B) Approval of a new vaccine2、What was highlighted about the Sinovac vaccine by the WHO?A)It is the most effective vaccine availableB)It requires simple storage conditionsC)It is cheaper than other vaccinesD)It has no side effectsAnswer: B) It requires simple storage conditions3、What is the purpose of the COVAX initiative mentioned in the report?A)To speed up vaccine developmentB)To provide financial support to vaccine manufacturersC)To ensure equal access to vaccines worldwideD)To promote travel between countriesAnswer: C) To ensure equal access to vaccines worldwide三、听力理解-长对话（选择题，共8分）第一题Part Three: Long ConversationsIn this section, you will hear 1 long conversation. The conversation will be played twice. After you hear a part of the conversation, there will be a pause. Both the questions and the conversation will be spoken only once. After you hear a question, you must choose the best answer from the four choices marked A), B), C), and D). Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 2 with a single line through the center.Now, listen to the conversation.Conversational Excerpt:M: Hey, Jane, how was your day at the office today?W: Oh, it was quite a challenge. I had to deal with a lot of issues. But I think I handled them pretty well.M: That’s good to hear. What were the main issues you faced?W: Well, first, we had a problem with the new software we’re tryin g to implement. It seems to be causing some technical difficulties.M: Oh no, that sounds frustrating. Did you manage to fix it?W: Not yet. I’m still trying to figure out what’s wrong. But I’m workingon it.M: That’s important. The company can’t afford a ny downtime with this software.W: Exactly. And then, I had to deal with a customer complaint. The customer was really upset because of a delayed shipment.M: That’s never a good situation. How did you handle it?W: I tried to be understanding and offered a discount on their next order. It seemed to calm them down a bit.M: That was a good move. Did it resolve the issue?W: Yes, it did. They’re satisfied now, and I think we’ve avoided a bigger problem.M: It sounds like you had a busy day. But you did a good job handling everything.W: Thanks, I’m glad you think so.Questions:1、What was the main issue the woman faced with the new software?A) It was causing problems with the computer systems.B) It was taking longer to install than expected.C) It was causing technical difficulties.D) It was not compatible with their existing systems.2、How did the woman deal with the customer complaint?A) She escalated the issue to her supervisor.B) She offered a discount on the customer’s next order.C) She apologized directly to the customer.D) She sent the customer a refund check.3、What was the woman’s impression of her day at work?A) It was uneventful and unchallenging.B) It was quite stressful but rewarding.C) It was a day filled with unnecessary meetings.D) It was a day where she didn’t accomplish much.4、What did the man say about the woman’s day at work?A) He thought it was unproductive.B) He felt she had handled everything well.C) He thought she should have asked for help.D) He believed she should take a break.Answers:1、C2、B3、B4、B第二题对话内容:Man:Hey, Sarah. I heard you’re planning to go on a trip next month. Where are you heading?Sarah:Oh, hi, Mike! Yes, I’m really excited about it. I’m going to Japan. It’s my first time there.Man:That sounds amazing! How long will you be staying? And what places are you planning to visit?Sarah:I’ll be there for two weeks. My plan is to start in Tokyo and then travel to Kyoto, Osaka, and Hiroshima. I’ve always been fascinated by the mix of traditional and modern culture in Japan.Man: Two weeks should give you plenty of time to see a lot. Are you going alone or with someone?Sarah:Actually, I’m going with a group of friends from college. We all decided to take this trip together after graduation. It’ll be great to experience it with them.Man:That’s wonderful! Do you have everything planned out, like accommodations and transportation?Sarah:Mostly, yes. We’ve booked our flights and hotels, and we’re using the Japan Rail Pass for getting around. B ut we’re leaving some room for spontaneity too. Sometimes the best experiences come unexpectedly!Man:Absolutely, that’s the spirit of traveling. Well, I hope you have an incredible time. Don’t forget to try some local food and maybe bring back some souvenirs!Sarah:Thanks, Mike! I definitely won’t miss out on trying sushi and ramen, and I already have a list of gifts to buy for family and friends. I can’t waitto share my adventures with everyone when I get back.1、How long is Sarah planning to stay in Japan?•A) One week•B) Two weeks•C) Three weeks•D) One month答案: B) Two weeks2、Which of the following ci ties is NOT mentioned as part of Sarah’s itinerary?•A) Tokyo•B) Kyoto•C) Sapporo•D) Hiroshima答案: C) Sapporo3、Who is Sarah going to Japan with?•A) By herself•B) With her family•C) With a group of friends•D) With coworkers答案: C) With a group of friends4、What has Sarah and her friends prepared for their trip besides booking flights and hotels?•A) They have hired a personal guide.•B) They have reserved spots for cultural workshops.•C) They have purchased a Japan Rail Pass.•D) They have enrolled in a language course.答案: C) They have purchased a Japan Rail Pass.四、听力理解-听力篇章（选择题，共20分）第一题Section CDirections: In this section, you will hear a passage three times. When the passage is read for the first time, listen carefully for its general idea. When the passage is read for the second time, fill in the blanks with the exact words you have just heard. Finally, when the passage is read for the third time, check what you have written.Passage:In recent years, the concept of “soft skills” has become increasingly popular in the workplace. These are skills that are not traditionally taught in schools but are essential for success in the professional world. Soft skills include communication, teamwork, problem-solving, and time management.1、Many employers believe that soft skills are just as important as technical skills because they help employees adapt to changing work environments.2、One of the most important soft skills is communication. Effectivecommunication can prevent misunderstandings and improve relationships with colleagues.3、Teamwork is also crucial in today’s workplace. Being able to work well with others can lead to better productivity and innovation.4、Problem-solving skills are essential for overcoming obstacles and achieving goals. Employees who can think creatively and solve problems efficiently are highly valued.5、Time management is another key soft skill. Being able to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively can help employees meet deadlines and reduce stress.Questions:1、What is the main idea of the passage?A) The importance of technical skills in the workplace.B) The definition and examples of soft skills.C) The increasing popularity of soft skills in the workplace.D) The impact of soft skills on employee performance.2、Why do many employers believe soft skills are important?A) They are easier to teach than technical skills.B) They are not necessary for most jobs.C) They help employees adapt to changing work environments.D) They are more difficult to acquire than technical skills.3、Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a soft skill in the passage?A) Communication.B) Leadership.C) Problem-solving.D) Time management.Answers:1、C) The increasing popularity of soft skills in the workplace.2、C) They help employees adapt to changing work environments.3、B) Leadership.Second Part: Listening Comprehension - Passage QuestionsListen to the following passage carefully and then choose the best answer for each question.Passage:Every year, millions of people flock to beaches around the world for their vacations. While enjoying the sun and sand, few give much thought to the tiny organisms that make up the very sand they’re lying on. Sand is actually made from rock particles that have been broken down over time by natural processes. However, on some unique beaches, like those found in Hawaii, the sand has a significant component of coral and shell fragments, giving it a distinctive white color. Beaches not only provide relaxation but also play a crucial role in supporting marine life and protecting coastal areas from erosion.Questions:1、What do millions of people go to the beaches for annually?2、What makes the sand on Hawaiian beaches distinctive?3、Besides providing relaxation, what other important role do beaches serve?Answers:1、Vacations.2、The presence of coral and shell fragments.3、Supporting marine life and protecting coastal areas from erosion.第三题PassageThe rise of e-commerce has revolutionized the way we shop. With just a few clicks, customers can purchase products from all over the world and have them delivered to their doorstep. However, this convenience has also brought about some challenges, particularly in terms of logistics and environmental impact.One of the biggest concerns is the environmental impact of packaging. Traditional packaging materials, such as plastic bags and boxes, are not biodegradable and often end up in landfills, contributing to pollution.E-commerce companies have started to address this issue by offering packaging-free options and promoting the use of sustainable materials.Another challenge is the issue of returns. With the ease of online shopping, customers often order more items than they need, leading to a high rate of returns. This not only increases the carbon footprint of shipping but also creates additional waste. Some companies have introduced policies to encourage customers to return fewer items, such as offering incentives for reuse or donation.Despite these challenges, the e-commerce industry is not standing still. There are innovative solutions being developed to make the process more sustainable. For example, some companies are experimenting with drone delivery to reduce the number of vehicles on the road. Others are investing in energy-efficient data centers to power their operations.1、What is one of the main concerns related to e-commerce packaging?A)The high cost of shipping materials.B)The environmental impact of non-biodegradable materials.C)The difficulty in recycling packaging materials.2、How does the high rate of returns affect e-commerce?A)It increases the demand for new packaging materials.B)It leads to a decrease in the cost of shipping.C)It creates additional waste and increases the carbon footprint.3、What is an innovative solution being developed to make e-commerce more sustainable?A)The use of reusable packaging.B)The implementation of strict return policies.C)The introduction of drone delivery.Answers:1、B2、C3、A五、阅读理解-词汇理解（填空题，共5分）First QuestionPassage:In today’s fast-paced world, conservation has become a major concern for environmentalists and policymakers alike. Preserving natural resources is not just about protecting the environment; it also plays a critical role in ensuring sustainable development and improving the quality of life for future generations. Innovative methods are being explored to achieve this goal, including the use of renewable energy sources and promoting eco-friendly practices in industries.Questions:1、The word “conservation” in the passage most likely means:A) The act of using something economically or sparingly.B) The protection of natural resources from being wasted.C) The process of changing something fundamentally.D) The act of restoring something to its original state.Answer: B) The protection of natural resources from being wasted.2、The word “innovative” in the passage is closest in meaning to:A) Outdated.B) Traditional.C) Creative.D) Unchanged.Answer: C) Creative.3、Based on the context, t he term “eco-friendly” would be best described as:A) Practices that are harmful to the environment.B) Practices that are beneficial to the environment.C) Practices that have no impact on the environment.D) Practices that focus solely on economic growth.Answer: B) Practices that are beneficial to the environment.4、The phrase “sustainable development” in the text refers to:A) Development that uses up all available resources quickly.B) Development that meets present needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.C) Development that focuses only on immediate economic gains.D) Development that disregards environmental concerns.Answer: B) Development that meets present needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.5、When the passage mentions “quality of life,” it implies:A) A decrease in living standards over time.B) An improvement in the overall conditions under which people live and work.C) The absence of any efforts to improve living conditions.D) The focus on increasing industrial activities regardless of their impact.Answer: B) An improvement in the overall conditions under which people live and work.This format closely follows the structure you might find in an actual CET Band 4 exam, with a passage followed by vocabulary questions that test understanding of context and word meanings.第二题Reading PassagesIn today’s fast-paced world, staying informed about current events is more important than ever. One of the best ways to keep up with the news is to read newspapers. However, not all newspapers are created equal. Here is an overview of some of the most popular newspapers in the world.1.The New York Times (USA): Established in 1851, The New York Times is one of the most prestigious and influential newspapers in the world. It covers a wide range of topics, including national and international news, politics, business, science, technology, and culture.2.The Guardian (UK): The Guardian is a British newspaper that has been in circulation since 1821. It is known for its liberal bias and its commitment to investigative journalism. The Guardian covers a variety of issues, including politics, the environment, and social justice.3.Le Monde (France): Le Monde is a French newspaper that was founded in 1944. It is one of the most widely read newspapers in France and is known for its in-depth reporting and analysis of global events.4.The Times (UK): The Times is another British newspaper that has been in circulation since 1785. It is a conservative newspaper that focuses on politics, business, and finance.5.El País (Spain): El País is a Spanish newspaper that was founde d in 1976. It is one of the most popular newspapers in Spain and is known for its comprehensive coverage of national and international news.Vocabulary UnderstandingChoose the best word or phrase to complete each sentence. Write your answers in the spaces provided.1、The____________of The New York Times is that it is one of the most prestigious and influential newspapers in the world.a.reputationb.historyc.popularityd.bias2、The Guardian is known for its____________bias and its commitment to investigative journalism.a.liberalb.conservativec.moderated.biased3、Le Monde is one of the most widely read newspapers in France and is known forits____________reporting and analysis.a.shallowb.superficialc.in-depthd.brief4、The Times is a conservative newspaper that focuses on____________issues.a.socialb.economicc.politicald.cultural5、El País is one of the most popular newspapers in Spain and is known for its comprehensive____________of national and international news.a.reportingb.analysisc.coveraged.editorialAnswers:1、a. reputation2、a. liberal3、c. in-depth4、c. political5、c. coverage六、阅读理解-长篇阅读（选择题，共10分）第一题Reading Passage OneIn recent years, with the rapid development of the internet and mobile technology, online learning has become increasingly popular among students. Online courses, such as those offered by MOOCs (Massive Open Online Courses), provide students with convenient access to high-quality educational resources from around the world. However, despite the benefits of online learning, there are also some challenges and considerations that need to be addressed.1.The following passage is about:A. The advantages and disadvantages of online learningB. The impact of online learning on traditional educationC. The history of MOOCs and their role in educationD. The challenges faced by students in online learning2.According to the passage, what is one of the main benefits of online learning?A. It allows students to study at their own paceB. It provides access to a wider range of educational resourcesC. It increases the interaction between students and teachersD. It reduces the cost of education3.The passage mentions that online learning has become increasingly popular due to:A. The advancements in internet technologyB. The decline of traditional education systemsC. The desire for flexible learning schedulesD. All of the above4.What is one of the challenges mentioned in the passage that online learners may face?A. Limited access to technological devicesB. Difficulty in maintaining self-disciplineC. Lack of face-to-face interaction with teachersD. All of the above5.The passage suggests that in order to succeed in online learning, students should:A. Attend online classes regularlyB. Engage in active discussions with peersC. Set clear goals and deadlines for their studiesD. All of the above答案：1.A2.B3.D4.D5.D第二题Reading Passage OneThe rise of the Internet has revolutionized the way we communicate and accessinformation. One of the most significant impacts has been the transformation of education, with online learning becoming increasingly popular. This passage explores the benefits and challenges of online learning.The Benefits of Online Learning1.Flexibility: Online learning offers students the flexibility to study at their own pace and on their own schedule. This is particularly beneficial for working professionals and those with other commitments.2.Access to a Wide Range of Resources: Online courses often provide access to a wealth of resources, including textbooks, videos, and interactive materials that can enhance the learning experience.3.Diverse Learning Opportunities: Online learning platforms offer a wide variety of courses, ranging from traditional academic subjects to specialized and niche areas of study.4.Cost-Effective: Online courses can be more affordable than traditional classroom-based programs, especially for those who live far from educational institutions.The Challenges of Online Learning1.Self-Discipline: Online learning requires a high level of self-discipline and motivation, as students must manage their time and stay focused without the structure of a traditional classroom.2.Limited Interaction: Online courses often lack the face-to-face interaction that is common in traditional classrooms, which can impact the learning experience and social development of students.3.Technical Issues: Online learning relies heavily on technology, which can lead to technical issues that disrupt the learning process.4.Quality Assurance: With the proliferation of online courses, ensuring the quality and integrity of these courses can be a challenge.Questions:1、What is one of the main advantages of online learning mentioned in the passage?A. It is more expensive than traditional education.B. It requires students to be self-disciplined.C. It provides flexibility in studying.D. It lacks face-to-face interaction.2、According to the passage, what can online learning platforms offer that traditional classrooms might not?A. Limited access to textbooks.B. Fewer specialized courses.C. More interactive learning materials.D. No video resources.3、Which of the following is a challenge that online learning may present?A. Students can easily attend classes at a local university.B. There are no technical issues with online learning.C. It is difficult to ensure the quality of online courses.D. Online learning is always more affordable than traditional education.4、The passage suggests that online learning can be beneficial for:A. Students who prefer face-to-face interaction.B. Individuals with other commitments.C. Those who want to avoid textbooks.D. People who have no access to technology.5、What is one potential drawback of online learning that the passage discusses?A. The ability to study at any time.B. The use of a wide range of resources.C. The possibility of technical disruptions.D. The convenience of studying from home.Answers:1、C2、C3、C4、B5、C七、阅读理解-仔细阅读（选择题，共20分）第一题Reading PassagesIn the following passage, there are some blanks. For each blank there arefour choices marked A, B, C, and D. You should choose the one that best fits into the passage.The digital revolution is changing the way we live, work, and communicate. One of the most significant changes is the rise of artificial intelligence (AI). AI refers to the development of computer systems that can perform tasks that typically require human intelligence, such as visual perception, speech recognition, and decision-making.The potential of AI is enormous. It has the potential to transform industries, improve efficiency, and make our lives more convenient. However, with great power comes great responsibility. The ethical implications of AI are complex and multifaceted.1、The passage is mainly aboutA. the benefits of the digital revolutionB. the rise of artificial intelligenceC. the challenges of the digital revolutionD. the ethical implications of AI2、What is the main concern regarding AI mentioned in the passage?A. Its potential to disrupt traditional industriesB. Its potential to replace human jobsC. Its potential to be used for unethical purposesD. Its potential to cause social inequalities3、The author suggests that AI has the potential to。

大学英语四级试练习卷一、阅读理解阅读理解（一）Passage 1Reading Comprehension (Skimming and Scanning) (15 minutes) Directions: In this passage, you will have 15 minutes to go over the passage quickly and answer the questions on Answer Sheet 1.For questions 1-7, markY （for YES) if the statement agrees with the information givenin the passage; N （{for NO) if the statement contradicts the information given inthe passage; NG （for NOT GIVEN) if the information is not given in the passage. For questions 8-10, complete the sentences with the information given in the passage.How to Buy a Used CarNearly everybody buys a used car sooner or later, as a primary vehicle or as a second car. Indeed, three out of four sales today are used cars, and they're not cheap junkers either—the average price now is $ 5500, about half what a new car costs. Make the wrong selection and a major investment can be lost the moment you drive off the lot.There is far less chance of this happening to you if you know: whento buy, where to buy, how to examine the car, how to conduct your own road test, and how to bargain over the price.When to buyShop during the day. Lighting makes cars gleam like jewels at night. In daylight they look dull, but realistic.Don't shop in the rain. It can mask liquids that might be leaking. If possible, shop in the winter when supplies are high and demand is low.Where to buyShop the suburbs. In more affluent neighbourhoods cars are more likely to have been well cared for.A private owner normally sells a car for less than a dealer does, but almost always "as is," with no guarantee. That's an acceptable risk if what you're looking for is a cheap second car to "drive to the station. "Even though a used-car dealer generally charges more, you can often get some type of limited guarantee. This is often a 50-50 plan, in which you each pay half on repairs for a period that may range from 30 days to a year. Ask the dealer about the availability of an optional service policy.Used-car dealers often claim to have gone over the car, and many have. But remember that small dealers often buy cars that are auctioned (拍卖 ) because nobody else wants them.Some experts feel that a new-car dealer is the best place to buy a secondhand car, especially if you're laying out a large sum for a late model. Some of these dealers offer extensive guarantees, such as one on the "drive train," which covers any problems with engine, transmission(变速器) ， drive shaft and differential (差速器 ). Expect to pay for this, as well as for the markup. But if you shop soon after the new models have arrived, when a dealer has a lot of trade-ins tying up his profits, he might deal. The visual examinationYou've found your dream car, and can hardly wait to get in and roar away. Wait.First, look for any flaws or ripples(划痕) in the body that might indicate a past accident. To see if a car has been repainted, look under the rubber seals around the door or under the chrome trim. Repainting may mask deep flaws.Check the odometer (计程器) for total mileage, and then compare that figure with any stickers still attached to door posts. It's illegal to change odometer readings, but it happens. If there are no stickers, be a little suspicious. Check pedals and controls:wear on these parts should agree with the mileage. If they are brand new, be suspicious. If they are worn out, beware.Check that the doors, hood and trunk all open smoothly and close with solid sound. Sight along the sides of the car from 30 feet away to be surethat the rear and front wheels line up.Look under the car for fluid leaks. Except for condensation from a working air conditioner on a hot day, no car should ever drip anything, any time.Now sit in the driver's seat and try the controls. The car should fit you—it should be comfortable. Check seat adjustment, door locks, window-raising mechanisms, horn, lights, directional signals, radio—all accessories.Start the engine. It should turn over quickly and then settle down to a rather fast idle. Give the engine a moment or two before you press the accelerator a bit. Watch for smoke from the rear. Blue smoke might mean a complete engine overhaul (大修) , black a maladjusted carburettor (化油器). • 2 •White smoke can be.ignored if the engine is cold, but once it is warmed up, white smoke can mean a leaking head gasket (垫圈) : expensive. Reject this car.After the engine has warmed, shut it off, and then go wipe your finger inside the tailpipe (making sure it's not too hot). The residue should be whitish-gay. If you get a black, oily mark, refuse the car—it's probably an oil burner.Restart the engine and check the oil in an automatic transmission. It should be clean and clear, with no burned odor. The test driveThe salesman may try to convince you that a short drive around the block is enough. Wrong. Make it clear that you plan to road test the car, and if he isn't happy with this look elsewhere.The test route you have mapped out should include dry city streets, a freeway, a hill, a bumpy road and an empty parking lot. All gauges(计量器) should read steady and normal throughout the test, especially oil pressure and engine heat. If not, don't buy the car.Drive to a traffic-free city street on your predetermined route and then accelerate smoothly to about 35 miles per hour. The automatic transmission should shift without jerking and with no noise.Slow to about 7 m. p. h. by gently applying the brakes. There should be no noise, no sharp sound or grinding. The car should slow in a straight line, with no pulling to the right or left.Pick up speed to about 15; then making certain nobody is behind you, hit the brakes hard! The car should come to an immediate stop without making noise or swerving.In an empty, level parking lot, brake to a complete stop. Shift into reverse and back up at about 4 m. p. h. , brake to a halt, shift into forward, etc. Do this four or five times to test the transmission. All shifting should be smooth, with no noise or hesitation.Accelerate up a hill to about 40 m. p. h. The car should not labour. If it does, you could have a rotten transmission. Go back down the hill.Stop halfway, shift into neutral and set the parking brake. The car should remain stationary when you take your foot off the brake pedal.Drive the car over the bumpy road, up a hill, and on the highway. Rarely will a car be perfect. However by now you should have a pretty good idea what needs to be done. How to bargainUse what you've learned from the visual exam, test drive and outside mechanic to get the price down. Have a maximum figure in mind, based on your inspection and on current prices from a used-car guide. Start your bidding lower than that. When you have nearly arrived at a price, get the seller to throw in certain repairs. It may be cheaper for him than further price cuts.1. Following the instructions here will help you make a good selection when buying a used car.2. Winter is a good time for purchasing a car because there is little rain in winter.3. You are more likely to pay less to a private owner for a car of poor quality.4. Refuse the car if you find any signs of a past accident in the visual examination.5. Don't buy the car if there is white smoke coming out of the rear because it is probably an oil burner.6. At certain speeds in the tests, a good car should not make any noisewhen the driver brakes either hard or gently.7. If you are patient and careful enough, you will certainly find a perfect used car.8. The last step before you make a decision to buy a car is______.9. Besides all gauges, the two very important systems mainly examined in the test drive are______.10. According to some experts, the best place to buy a second-hand car is______.Passage 2 Reading Comprehension (Reading in Depth) (25 minutes) Directions: In this passage there are ten blanks. You are required to select one word for each blank from a list of choices given in a word bank following the passage. Read the passage through carefully before making your choices. Each choice in the bank is identified by a letter. Please mark the corresponding letter for each item on Answer Sheet 2 with a single line through the centre. You may not use any of the words in the bank more than once.Questions 1 to 10 are based on the following passage.Looking back on years of living in a working-class home in the North of England, I should say that a good living room must 11 three principal things: homeliness, warmth and plenty of good food. The living-room is the warm heart of the family and 12 often slightly stuffy to a middle-class visitor. It is not a social centre but a family center; little entertainingPassage 3Directions; The passage is followed by some questions or unfinished statements. For each of them there are four choices marked A, B, C, D. You should decide on the best choice and mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 2 with a single line through the centre.The medical world is gradually realizing that the quality of the environment in hospitals may play a significant role in the process of recovery from illness.As part of a nationwide effort in Britain to bring art out of the galleries and into public places, some of the country's most talented artists have been called in to transform older hospitals and to soften the hard edges of modern buildings. Of the 2,500 National Health Service hospitals in Britain, almost 100 now have significant collections of contemporary art in corridors, waiting areas and treatment rooms.These recent initiatives owe a great deal to one artist, Peter Senior, who set up his studio at a Manchester hospital in northeastern England during the early 1970s. He felt the artist had lost his place in modern society, and that art should be enjoyed by a wider audience.A typical hospital waiting room might have as many as 500 visitors each week. What better place to hold regular exhibitions of art? Senior held the first exhibition of his own paintings in the out-patients waiting area of the Manchester Royal Hospital in 1975. Believed to be Britain'sfirst hospital artist, Senior was so much in demand that he was soon joined by a team of six young art school graduates.The effect is striking. Now in the corridors and waiting rooms the visitor experiences a full view of fresh colors, playful images and restful courtyards.The quality of the environment may reduce the need for expensive drugs when a patient is recovering from an illness. A study has shown that patients who had a view onto a garden needed half the number of strong pain killers compared with patients who had no view at all or only a brick wall to look at.21. According to the passage, "to soften the hard edges of modern buildings" meansA. to pull down hospital buildingsB. to decorate hospitals with art collectionsC. to improve the quality of treatment in hospitalsD. to make the corners of hospital buildings round22. What can we say of Peter Senior?A. He is a pioneer in introducing art into hospitals.B. He is a doctor interested in painting.C. He is an artist who has a large collection of paintings.D. He is a faithful follower of hospital art.23. According to Peter Senior, _______.A. art is losing its audience in modern societyB. art galleries should be changed into hospitalsC. patients should be encouraged to learn paintingD. art should be encouraged in British hospitals24. After the improvement of the hospital environment, _______.A. patients no longer need drugs in their recoveryB. patients are no longer wholly dependent on expensive drugsC. patients need good-quality drugs in their recoveryD. patients use fewer pain killers in their recovery25. The fact that six young art school graduates joined Peter shows that_______.A. Peter's enterprise is developing greatlyB. Peter Senior enjoys great popularityC. they are talented hospital artistsD. the role of hospital environment is being recognizedPassage 4Directions: The passage is followed by some questions or unfinished statements. For each of them there are four choices marked A, B, C, D. You should decide on the best choice and mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 2 with a single line through the centre.Polyester (聚酯 ) is now being used for bottles. ICI, the chemicals and plastics company, believes that it is now beginning to break the gripof glass onthe bottle business and thus take advantage of this huge market.All the plastics manufacturers have been experiencing hard times as their traditional products have been doing badly world-wide for the last few years. Between 1982 and 1984 the Plastics Division of ICI had lost a hundred and twenty million dollars, and they felt that the. most hopeful new market was in packaging, bottles and cans.Since 1982 it has opened three new factories producing "Melinar", the raw material from which high quality polyester bottles are made.The polyester bottle was born in the 1970s, when soft drinks companies like Coca Cola started selling their drinks in giant two-liter containers. Because of the build-up of the pressure of gas in these large containers, glass was unsuitable. Nor was PVC, the plastic which had been used for bottles since the 1960s, suitable for drinks with gas in them. A new plastic had to be made.Glass is still cheaper for the smaller bottles, and will continue to be so unless oil and plastic become much cheaper, but plastic does well for the larger sizes.Polyester bottles are virtually unbreakable. The manufacturers claim they are also lighter, less noisy when being handled, and can be reused. Shopkeepers and other business people are unlikely to object to a change from glass to polyester, since these bottles mean few breakages, whichare costly and time-consuming. The public, though, have been more difficult to persuade. ICI's commercial department is developing different bottles with interesting shapes, to try and make them visually more attractive to the public.The next step could be to develop a plastic which could replace tins for food. The problem here is the high temperatures necessary for cooking the food in the container.26. Plastics of various kinds have been used for makingbottles__________.A. since 1982B. since the 1970s but only for large bottlesC. since the 1960s but not for liquids with gas in themD. since companies like Coca Cola first tried them27. Why is ICI's Plastics Division interested in polyester for bottles?A. The other things they make are not selling well.B. Glass manufacturers cannot make enough new bottles.C. They have factories which could be adapted to make it.D. The price of oil keeps changing.28. Why aren't all bottles now made of polyester?A. The price of oil and plastic has risen.B. It is not suitable for containing gassy drinks.C. The public like traditional glass bottles.D. Shop-keepers dislike reusable bottles.29. Manufacturers think polyester bottles are better than glass bottles because theyA. are cheaperB. are more suited to small sizesC. are more exciting to look atD. do not break easily30. Plastic containers for holding food in the same way as cans______.A. have been used for many yearsB. are an idea that interests the plastics companiesC. are possible, but only for hot foodD. are the first things being made in the new factories阅读理解（二）Remember how great exercise was when you were a little kid ? Back then , racing around theplayground or skipping rope for hours , you weren’t thinking fitness , you were thinkingentertainment . But in this age of high-tech home equipment and underused gym memberships , the simple joy of jumping rope has been forgotten . Rediscovering it will give you a total-body exercise you can find . Although considered an excellent form of exercise , jumping rope has never gained widespreadacceptance because of two fundamental reasons . First ,most people recognize jumping rope as an excellent form of cardiovascular (心血管的) exercise , but they also believe that it is simply toodifficult . In other words , they don’t think they’ll be able to continue jumping for the near 20minutes that it takes to achieve a beneficial physical oute . Second , many view it as somewhat boring and overly repetitive ——not as something fun or enjoyable .As a matter of fact , jumping rope can be great fun if you find a proper way to practise it .Instead of doing the usual two-foot bounce over and over again , people good at rope-jumpingoften change their pattern every 10 or 20 jumps . A single bounce , a double –bounce , a skip , aknee-up , side swings , as well as a variety of other easy-to-learn free-style rope-jumping . Now researchers are learning that jumping rope also prepares the brain for learning . It is anexercise allowing both brain hemispheres to perform in parallel to each other . In short , jumping rope can be a life-long activity requiring little equipment , time and space , yet leading to a much healthier life . 1．From the first paragraph we learn that .A．jumping rope has faded from people’s memoriesB．people now have more advanced equipmentC．racing around the playground was preferredD．people nowlike to have exercise in a gym2．Rope jumping has not spread widely because .A．it benefits the cardiovascular system B．it is too hard for people to jumpC．it is considered boring and repetitive D．it requires little eguipment , time and space3．The first sentence in the 3rd paragraph implies .A．there is only one proper way to follow B．the usual way should not be usedC．the easiest way is always the bestD．there are many ways to follow4．According to the researchers , jumping rope .A．only prepares the brain for learningB．is suitable for students onlyC．helps both brain hemispheres work togetherD．can be dangerous for old people5．What is the author’s attitude towards rope jumping ?A．He is arguing against it. C．He is sitting on the fence of it . B．He is in favour of it . D．He is not clear about it .二、完型填空完型填空（一）Most parents, I suppose, have had the experience of reading a bedtime story to their children.And they must have 1 how difficult it is to write a 2 children’s book.Either the author has aimed too 3 , so that the children can’t follow what is in his (or more often, her) story, 4 the story seems to be talking tothe readers. The best children’s books are 5 very difficult nor very simple, and satisfy both the 6 who hears thestory and the adult who 7 it.Unfortunately, there are in fact 8 books like this, 9 the problem of findingthe right bedtime story is not 10 to solve. This may be why many of books regarded as 11 of children’s literature were in fact written for 12 .“Alice’s Adventure in Wonderland”is perhaps the most 13 of this.Children, left for themselves, often 14 the worst possible interest in literature.Just leave a child inbookshop o 15 and he will 16 willingly choose the books written in an imaginative way, or have a look at most children’s comics, full of the stories and jokes which are the 17 of teachers and right-thinkingparents.Perhaps we parents should stop trying to brainwash childrensintos 18 our taste in literature.After allchildren and adults are so 19 that we parents should not expect that they will enjoy the 20 books.So I suppose we’ll just have to compromise over that bedtime story.1.A.hoped B.realized C.told D.said2.A.short B.long C.bad D.good3.A.easy B.short C.high D.difficult4.A.and B.but C.or D.so5.A.both B.neither C.either D.very6.A.child B.father C.mother D.teacher.7.A.hears B.buys C.understands D.reads8.A.few B.many C.a great deal of D.a great number of9.A.but B.however C.so D.because10A.hard B.easy C.enoughD.fast11.A.articles B.work C.arts D.works12.A.grown ups B.girls C.boys D.children13.A.difficult B.hidden C.obvious D.easy14.A.are B.show C.find D.add15.A.school B.home C.office D.library16.A.more B.less C.able D.be17.A.lovingness B.interests C.objections D.readings18.A.receiving B.accepting C.having D.refusing19.A.same B.friendly C.different monmon B.avarage C.different D.Same完型填空（二）A great deal of attention is being paid today to the so-called digital divide--the division of the world into theinfo(information) rich and the info poor. And that __1__ does exist today. My wife and I lectured about this loomingdanger twenty years ago. What was less __2__ then, however,were the new, positive __3__ that work against thedigital divide.__4__,there are reasons to be __5__.There are technological reasons to hope the digital divide will narrow. As the Internet becomes more and more __6__, it is in the interest of business to universalizeaccess-after all, the more people online, the more potential __7__ there are. More and more __8__, afraid their countries will be left __9__, want to spread Internet access. Within the next decade or two, one to two billion people on the planet will be __10__ together. As a result, I now believe the digital divide will __11__ rather than widen in the years ahea D. And that is very good news because the Internet may well be the most powerful tool for __12__ world poverty that we've ever ha D.Of course, the use of the Internet isn't the only way to __13__ poverty. And the Internet is not the only tool we have. But it has __14__ potential.To __15__ advantage of this tool, some poor countries will have to get over their outdated anti-colonial prejudices __16__ respect to foreign investment. Countries that still think foreign investment is a/an __17__ of their sovereignty might well study the history of __18__ (the basic structural foundations of a society) in the United States. When the United States built its industrial infrastructure, it didn't have the capital to do so. And that is __19__ America's Second Wave infrastructure-__20__ roads, harbors, highways, ports and so on-were built with foreign investment.1. A) divide B) information C) world D) lecture2. A) obscure B) visible C) invisible D) indistinct3. A) forces B) obstacles C) events D) surprises4. A) Seriously B) Entirely C) Actually D) Continuously5. A) negative B) optimistic C) pleasant D) disappointed6. A) developed B) centralized C) realized D) commercialized7. A) users B) producers C) customers D) citizens8. A) enterprises B) governments C) officials D) customers9. A) away B) for C) aside D) behind10. A) netted B) worked C) put D) organized11. A) decrease B) narrow C) neglect D) low12. A) containing B) preventing C) keeping D) combating13. A) win B) detail C) defeat D) fear14. A) enormous B) countless C) numerical D) big15. A) bring B) keep C) hold D) take16. A) at B) with C) of D) for17. A) offence B) investment C) invasion D) insult18. A) construction B) facility C) infrastructure D) institution19. A) why B) where C) when D) how20. A) concerning B) concluding C) according D) including三、翻译1、 The train was delayed on account of snow.翻译：__________________________________________________.2. You need to check in on hour before the flight.翻译：___________________________________________________3. Thoughts can also be expressed by means of musiC.翻译：________________________________________________________4、The shop is now licensed to sell cigarettes.翻译：__________________________________________________.5、You mustn’t let the body temperature drop too low.翻译：________________________________________________________参考答案：一、阅读理解：阅读理解（一）I. Y 2. N 3. Y 4. NG 5. N 6. Y 7. N8. to bargain over the price 9. brake and transmission 10. a new-car dealer11. L 12. M 13. A 14. C 15. G 16. F 17. E 18. N 19.H 20. I 21. B 22. A 23. D 24. B 25. D 26. C 27. A 28.C 29.D 30. B阅读理解（二）ACDCB三、翻译1、因为大雪，火车晚点了。

2005年6月大学英语四级CET4真题及答案2005年6月大学英语四级CET4真题及答案2005年6月大学英语四级CET4真题及答案________ ________ ________ ________ ________________ ________ ________ ________ ________part ⅴwritingdirections：for this part，you are allowed 30 minutes to write a short essay in honor of teachers on the occasion of teacher’s day . you should write at least 120 words following the outline given below：1、向老师致以节日祝贺2、从一件难忘的事回忆老师的教诲和无私的奉献3、我如何回报老师的关爱part i listening comprehension1 d the tools the man borrowed from the woman are missing .2 c hand in the ring to the security office .3 b buy her own computer4 d the man advises his daughter to think carefully before making her decision .5 a the cinema is some distance away from where they are .6 a he’s been to seattle many times .7 c manager and office worker .8 b she thinks the lecture might be informative9 c a college campus10 d the man is unwilling to take a look at the houses for sale11 d electricity12 a air traffic conditions13 b carry little luggage14 c at a county fair15 a avoid eating any food16 b behind his back17 b eating from the outside toward the middle18 a beauty19 c it was thought a blood vessel in that finger led directly to the heart20 b the two people can have time to decide if they are a good matchpart ii reading comprehension21 c it will help reduce the nation’s oil imports22 a believes that drilling for oil in anwr will produce high yields23 b it can do little to solve u.s. energy problems24 c don’t be too optimistic25 a remains a controversial issue26 b the words people use can influence their behavior27 d treat their rivals as enemies28 d he wet his gloves by rubbing them across his t-shirt29 a deliberately throw the ball at anyone illegally blocking their way30 c changing the attitude of players on the sports field31 b the claims made by products are often unclear or deceiving32 d still do not know the exact impact of different products on the environment33 c examine claims made by products against iso standards34 b consumers find it difficult to tell the true from the false35 a make product labeling satisfy iso requirements36 b protect it from irresponsible development37 a the population in the pocono area is growing38 c cooperation with the local residents and business leaders39 d the setting up of a local nature conservancy branch in the pocono area40 d a research reportpart iii vocabulary41 b edit 42 d dull 43 c come out 44 a tension 45 b horrible46 c worth 47 a absorbed 48 d bridge 49 a ignore 50 b scene51 a retain 52 c balance 53 b shift 54 d content 55 d into56 a effective 57 c sounds 58 d bring down 59 b awarded60 d harmony61 a at all 62 c with 63 d space 64 b inserted 65 a access66 d run 67 a prior to 68 d confronted 69 b roughly 70 c unlesspart iv short answer questionss1. both of them are in common with sportsmanships2. a sportsmans3. to obey the law.s4. qualifieds5. a game hog.s6. movings7. to wet their hands.s8. they should know the identity of the target.共7页，当前第7页72005年6月大学英语四级CET4真题及答案相关内容:。

2005年1月大学英语四级(CET-4)真题试卷Part I Listening Comprehension (20 minutes)Section ADirections: In this section, you will hear 10 short conversations. At the end of each conversation, a question will be asked about what was said. Both theconversation and the question will be spoken only once. After eachquestion there will be a pause. During the pause, you must read the fourchoices marked A), B), C) and D), and decide which is the best answer.Then mark the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a single linethrough the center.Example:You will hear:You will read:A) At the office.B) In the waiting room.C) At the airport.D) In a restaurant.From the conversation we know that the two were talking about some work they will start at 9 o’clock in the morning and have to finish at 2 in the afternoon. Therefore, A) “At the office” is the best answer. You should choose [A] on the Answer Sheet and mark it with a single line through the center.Sample Answer [A] [B] [C] [D]1. A) The man enjoys traveling by car.B) The man lives far from the subway.C) The man is good at driving.D) The man used to own a car.2. A) Tony should continue taking the course.B) She approves of Tony’s decision.C) Tony can choose another science course.D) She can’t meet Tony so early in the morning.3. A) She has to study for the exam.B) She is particularly interested in plays.C) She’s eager to watch the new play.D) She can lend her notes to the man.4. A) They will be replaced by on-line education sooner or later.B) They will attract fewer kids as on-line education expands.C) They will continue to exist along with on-line education.D) They will limit their teaching to certain subjects only.5. A) Most students would like to work for a newspaper.B) Most students find a job by reading advertisements.C) Most students find it hard to get a job after they graduate.D) Most students don’t want jobs advertised in the newspapers.6. A) Move the washing machine to the basement.B) Turn the basement into a workshop.C) Repair the washing machine.D) Finish his assignment.7. A) Some students at the back cannot hear the professor.B) The professor has changed his reading assignment.C) Some of the students are not on the professor’s list.D) The professor has brought extra copies of his assignment.8. A) She doesn’t want to talk about the contest.B) She’s modest about her success in the contest.C) She’s spent two years studying English in Canada.D) She’s very proud of her success in the speech contest.9. A) Talking about sports.B) Writing up local news.C) Reading newspapers.D) Putting up advertisements.10. A) They shouldn’t change their plan.B) They’d better change their mind.C) The tennis game won’t last long.D) Weather forecasts are not reliable.Section B Compound DictationDirections: In this section, you will hear a passage three times. When the passage isread for the first time, you should listen carefully for its general idea. Whenthe passage is read for the second time, you are required to fill in theblanks numbered from SI to S7 with the exact words you have just heard.For blanks numbered from S8 to S10 you are required to fill in the missinginformation. You can either use the exact words you have just heard orwrite down the main points in your own words. Finally, when the passageis read for the third time, you should check what you have written.There are a lot of good cameras available at the moment—most of these are made in Japan but there are also good (S1) ________ models from Germany and the USA. We have (S2) ________ a range of different models to see which is the best (S3) ________ for money. After a number of different tests and interviews with people who are (S4) ________ with the different cameras being assessed, our researchers (S5) ________ the Olympic BY model as the best auto-focus camera available at the moment. It costs $200 although you may well want to spend more—(S6) ________ as much as another $200—on buying (S7) ________ lenses and other equipment. It is a good Japanese camera, easy to use. (S8) ________ whereas the American versions are considerably more expensive.The Olympic BY model weighs only 320 grams which is quite a bit less than other cameras of a similar type. Indeed one of the other models we looked at weighed almost twice as much. (S9) ________. All the people we interviewed expressed almost total satisfaction with it. (S10) ________.Part II Reading Comprehension (35 minutes)Directions: There are 4 passages in this part. Each passage is followed by some questions or unfinished statements. For each of them there are four choicesmarked A), B), C) and D). You should decide on the best choice and markthe corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through thecenter.Passage OneQuestions 11 to 15 are based on the following passage.Scratchy throats, stuffy noses and body aches all spell misery, but being able to tell if the cause is a cold or flu (流感) may make a difference in how long the misery lasts.The American Lung Association (ALA) has issued new guidelines on combating colds and the flu, and one of the keys is being able to quickly tell the two apart. That’s because the prescription drugs available for the flu need to be taken soon after the illness sets in. As for colds, the sooner a person starts taking over-the-counter remedy, the sooner relief will come.The common cold and the flu are both caused by viruses. More than 200 viruses can cause cold symptoms, while the flu is caused by three viruses—flu A, B and C. There is no cure for either illness, but the flu can be prevented by the flu vaccine (疫苗), which is, for most people, the best way to fight the flu, according to the ALA.But if the flu does strike, quick action can help. Although the flu and common cold have many similarities, there are some obvious signs to look for.Cold symptoms such as stuffy nose, runny nose and scratchy throat typically develop gradually, and adults and teens often do not get a fever. On the other hand, fever is one of the characteristic features of the flu for all ages. And in general, flu symptoms including fever and chills, sore throat and body aches come on suddenly and are more severe than cold symptoms.The ALA notes that it may be particularly difficult to tell when infants and preschool age children have the flu. It advises parents to call the doctor if their small children have flu-like symptoms.Both cold and flu symptoms can be eased with over-the-counter medications as well. However, children and teens with a cold or flu should not take aspirin for pain relief because of the risk of Reye syndrome (综合症)，a rare but serious condition of the liver and central nervous system.There is, of course, no vaccine for the common cold. But frequent hand washing and avoiding close contact with people who have colds can reduce the likelihood of catching one.11. According to the author, knowing the cause of the misery will help ________.A) shorten the duration of the illnessB) the patient buy medicine over the counterC) the patient obtain cheaper prescription drugsD) prevent people from catching colds and the flu12. We learn from the passage that ________.A) one doesn’t need to take any medicine if he has a cold or the fluB) aspirin should not be included in over-the-counter medicines for the fluC) delayed treatment of the flu will harm the liver and central nervous systemD) over-the-counter drugs can be taken to ease the misery caused by a cold or theflu13. According to the passage, to combat the flu effectively, ________.A) one should identify the virus which causes itB) one should consult a doctor as soon as possibleC) one should take medicine upon catching the diseaseD) one should remain alert when the disease is spreading14. Which of the following symptoms will distinguish the flu from a cold?A) A stuffy nose.B) A high temperature.C) A sore throat.D) A dry cough.15. If children have flu-like symptoms, their parents ________.A) are advised not to give them aspirinB) should watch out for signs of Reye syndromeC) are encouraged to take them to hospital for vaccinationD) should prevent them from mixing with people running a feverPassage TwoQuestions 16 to 20 are based on the following passage.In a time of low academic achievement by children in the United States, many Americans are turning to Japan, a country of high academic achievement and economic success, for possible answers. However, the answers provided by Japanese preschools are not the ones Americans expected to find. In most Japanese preschools, surprisingly little emphasis is put on academic instruction. In one investigation, 300 Japanese and 210 American preschool teachers, child development specialists, and parents were asked about various aspects of early childhood education. Only 2 percent of the Japanese respondents (答问卷者) listed “to give children a good start academically” as one of their top three reasons for a society to have preschools. In contrast, over half the American respondents chose this as one of their top three choices. To prepare children for successful careers in first grade and beyond, Japanese schools do not teach reading, writing, and mathematics, but rather skills such as persistence, concentration, and the ability to function as a member of a group. The vast majority of young Japanese children are taught to read at home by their parents.In the recent comparison of Japanese and American preschool education, 91 percent of Japanese respondents chose providing children with a group experience as one of their top three reasons for a society to have preschools. Sixty-two percent of the more individually oriented (强调个性发展的) Americans listed group experience as one of their top three choices. An emphasis on the importance of the group seen in Japanese early childhood education continues into elementary school education.Like in America, there is diversity in Japanese early childhood education. Some Japanese kindergartens have specific aims, such as early musical training or potential development. In large cities, some kindergartens are attached to universities that have elementary and secondary schools. Some Japanese parents believe that if their young children attend a university-based program, it will increase the children’s chances of eventually being admitted to top-rated schools and universities. Several more progressive programs have introduced free play as a way out for the heavy intellectualizing in some Japanese kindergartens.16. We learn from the first paragraph that many Americans believe ________.A) Japanese parents are more involved in preschool education than AmericanparentsB) Japan’s economic success is a result of its scientific achievementsC) Japanese preschool education emphasizes academic instructionD) Japan’s higher education is superior to theirs17. Most Americans surveyed believe that preschools should also attach importance to________.A) problem solvingB) group experienceC) parental guidanceD) individually-oriented development18. In Japan’s preschool education, the focus is on ________.A) preparing children academicallyB) developing children’s artistic interestsC) tapping children’s potentialD) shaping children’s character19. Free play has been introduced in some Japanese kindergartens in order to ________.A) broaden children’s horizonB) cultivate children’s creativityC) lighten children’s study loadD) enrich children’s knowledge20. Why do some Japanese parents send their children to university-basedkindergartens?A) They can do better in their future studies.B) They can accumulate more group experience there.C) They can be individually oriented when they grow up.D) They can have better chances of getting a first-rate education.Passage ThreeQuestions 21 to 25 are based on the following passage.Lead deposits, which accumulated in soil and snow during the 1960’s and 70’s, were primarily the result of leaded gasoline emissions originating in the United States. In the twenty years that the Clean Air Act has mandated unleaded gas use in the United States, the lead accumulation worldwide has decreased significantly.A study published recently in the journal Nature shows that air-borne leaded gas emissions from the United States were the leading contributor to the high concentration of lead in the snow in Greenland. The new study is a result of the continued research led by Dr. Charles Boutron, an expert on the impact of heavy metals on the environment at the National Center for Scientific Research in France. A study by Dr. Boutron published in 1991 showed that lead levels in arctic (北极的) snow were declining.In his new study, Dr. Boutron found the ratios of the different forms of lead in the leaded gasoline used in the United States were different from the ratios of European, Asian and Canadian gasolines and thus enabled scientists to differentiate (区分) the lead sources. The dominant lead ratio found in Greenland snow matched that found in gasoline from the United States.In a study published in the journal Ambio, scientists found that lead levels in soil in the Northeastern United States had decreased markedly since the introduction of unleaded gasoline.Many scientists had believed that the lead would stay in soil and snow for a longer period.The authors of the Ambio study examined samples of the upper layers of soil taken from the same sites of 30 forest floors in New England, New York and Pennsylvania in 1980 and in 1990. The forest environment processed and redistributed the lead faster than the scientists had expected.Scientists say both studies demonstrate that certain parts of the ecosystem (生态系统) respond rapidly to reductions in atmospheric pollution, but that these findings should not be used as a license to pollute.21. The study published in the journal Nature indicates that ________.A) the Clean Air Act has not produced the desired resultsB) lead deposits in arctic snow are on the increaseC) lead will stay in soil and snow longer than expectedD) the US is the major source of lead pollution in arctic snow22. Lead accumulation worldwide decreased significantly after the use of unleaded gasin the US ________.A) was discouragedB) was enforced by lawC) was prohibited by lawD) was introduced23. How did scientists discover the source of lead pollution in Greenland?A) By analyzing the data published in journals like Nature and Ambio.B) By observing the lead accumulations in different parts of the arctic area.C) By studying the chemical elements of soil and snow in Northeastern America.D) By comparing the chemical compositions of leaded gasoline used in variouscountries.24. The authors of the Ambio study have found that ________.A) forests get rid of lead pollution faster than expectedB) lead accumulations in forests are more difficult to deal withC) lead deposits are widely distributed in the forests of the USD) the upper layers of soil in forests are easily polluted by lead emissions25. It can be inferred from the last paragraph that scientists ________.A) are puzzled by the mystery of forest pollutionB) feel relieved by the use of unleaded gasolineC) still consider lead pollution a problemD) lack sufficient means to combat lead pollutionPassage FourQuestions 26 to 30 are based on the following passage.Exercise is one of the few factors with a positive role in long-term maintenance of body weight. Unfortunately, that message has not gotten through to the average American, who would rather try switching to “light” beer and low-calorie bread than increase physical exertion. The Centers for Disease Control, for example, found that fewer than one-fourth of overweight adults who were trying to shed pounds said they were combining exercise with their diet.In rejecting exercise, some people may be discouraged too much by caloric-expenditure charts: for example, one would have to briskly walk three miles just to work off the 275 calories in one delicious Danish pastry (小甜饼). Even exercise professionals concede half a point here. “Exercise by itself is a very tough way to lose weight,” says York Onnen, program director of the President’s Council on Physical Fitness and Sports.Still, exercise’s supporting role in weight reduction is vital. A study at the Boston University Medical Center of overweight police officers and other public employees confirmed that those who dieted without exercise regained almost all their old weight, while those who worked exercise into their daily routine maintained their new weight.If you have been sedentary (极少活动的) and decide to start walking one mile a day, the added exercise could burn an extra 100 calories daily. In a year’s time, assuming no increase in food intake, you could lose ten pounds. By increasing the distance of your walks gradually and making other dietary adjustments, you may lose even more weight.26. What is said about the average American in the passage?A) They tend to exaggerate the healthful effect of “light” beer.B) They usually ignore the effect of exercise on losing weight.C) They prefer “light” beer and low-calorie bread to other drinks and food.D) They know the factors that play a positive role in keeping down body weight.27. Some people dislike exercise because ________.A) they think it is physically exhaustingB) they find it hard to exercise while on a dietC) they don’t think it possible to walk 3 miles every dayD) they find consulting caloric-expenditure charts troublesome28. “Even exercise professionals concede half a point here” (Line 3, Para. 2) means“They ________”.A) agree that the calories in a small piece of pastry can be difficult to work off byexerciseB) partially believe diet plays a supporting role in weight reductionC) are not fully convinced that dieting can help maintain one’s new weightD) are not sufficiently informed of the positive role of exercise in losing weight29. What was confirmed by the Boston University Medical Center’s study?A) Controlling one’s calorie intake is more important than doing exercise.B) Even occasional exercise can help reduce weight.C) Weight reduction is impossible without exercise.D) One could lose ten pounds in a year’s time if there’s no increase in food intake.30. What is the author’s purpose in writing this article?A) To justify the study of the Boston University Medical Center.B) To stress the importance of maintaining proper weight.C) To support the statement made by York Onnen.D) To show the most effective way to lose weight.Part III Vocabulary (20 minutes)Directions: There are 30 incomplete sentences in this part. For each sentence there are four choices marked A), B), C) and D). Choose the ONE answer that bestcompletes the sentence. Then mark the corresponding letter on the AnswerSheet with a single line through the center.31. The machine looked like a large, ________, old-fashioned typewriter.A) forcefulB) clumsyC) intenseD) tricky32. Though she began her ________ by singing in a local pop group, she is now afamous Hollywood movie star.A) employmentB) careerC) occupationD) profession33. Within two weeks of arrival, all foreigners had to ________ with the local police.A) inquireB) consultC) registerD) resolve34. Considering your salary, you should be able to ________ at least twenty dollars aweek.A) put forwardB) put upC) put outD) put aside35. As he has ________ our patience, we’ll not wait for him any longer.A) tornB) wastedC) exhaustedD) consumed36. These teachers try to be objective when they ________ the integrated ability of theirstudents.A) justifyB) evaluateC) indicateD) reckon37. Mrs. Morris’s daughter is pretty and ________, and many girls envy her.A) slenderB) lightC) faintD) minor38. Tomorrow the mayor is to ________ a group of Canadian businessmen on a tour ofthe city.A) coordinateB) cooperateC) accompanyD) associate39. I’m ________ enough to know it is going to be a very difficult situation to competeagainst three strong teams.A) realisticB) consciousC) awareD) radical40. Can you give me even the ________ clue as to where her son might be?A) simplestB) slightestC) leastD) utmost41. Norman Davis will be remembered by many with ________ not only as a greatscholar but also as a most delightful and faithful friend.A) kindnessB) friendlinessC) warmthD) affection42. Salaries for ________ positions seem to be higher than for permanent ones.A) legalB) optionalC) voluntaryD) temporary43. Most people agree that the present role of women has already affected U.S. society.________, it has affected the traditional role of men.A) Above allB) In allC) At mostD) At last44. Science and technology have ________ in important ways to the improvement ofagricultural production.A) attachedB) assistedC) contributedD) witnessed45. As an actor he could communicate a whole ________ of emotions.A) frameB) rangeC) numberD) scale46. This is what you should bear in mind: Don’t ________ a salary increase before youactually get it.A) hang onB) draw onC) wait onD) count on47. The ship’s generator broke down, and the pumps had to be operated ________instead of mechanically.A) artificiallyB) automaticallyC) manuallyD) synthetically48. The little girl was so frightened that she just wouldn’t ________ her grip on myarm.A) loosenB) removeC) relieveD) dismiss49. He never arrives on time and my ________ is that he feels the meetings are useless.A) preferenceB) conferenceC) inferenceD) reference50. Mrs. Smith was so ________ about everything that no servants could please her.A) specificB) specialC) preciseD) particular51. Last night he saw two dark ________ enter the building, and then there was theexplosion.A) featuresB) figuresC) sketchesD) images52. It is obvious that this new rule is applicable to everyone without ________.A) exceptionB) exclusionC) modificationD) substitution53. His temper and personally show that he can become a soldier of the top ________.A) circleB) rankC) categoryD) grade54. During the lecture, the speaker occasionally ________ his point by relating his ownexperiences.A) illustratedB) hintedC) citedD) displayed55. Only those who can ________ to lose their money should make high-riskinvestments.A) maintainB) sustainC) endureD) afford56. He found the ________ media attention intolerable and decided to go abroad.A) sufficientB) constantC) steadyD) plenty57. There has been a collision ________ a number of cars on the main road to town.A) composingB) consistingC) involvingD) engaging58. ________ elephants are different from wild elephants in many aspects, includingtheir tempers.A) CultivatedB) RegulatedC) CivilD) Tame59. Ten days ago the young man informed his boss of his intention to ________.A) resignB) rejectC) retreatD) replace60. As one of the world’s highest paid models, she had her face ________ for fivemillion dollars.A) depositedB) assuredC) measuredD) insuredPart IV Cloze (15 minutes)Directions: There are 20 blanks in the following passage. For each blank there are four choices marked A), B), C) and D) on the right side of the paper. You shouldchoose the ONE that best fits into the passage. Then mark thecorresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through thecentre.Wise buying is a positive way in which you can make your money go further. The __61__ you go about purchasing an article or a service can actually __62__ you money or can add __63__ the cost.Take the __64__ example of a hairdryer. If you are buying a hairdryer, you might __65__ that you are making the __66__ buy if you choose one __67__ look you like and which is also the cheapest __68__ price. But when you get it home you may find that it __69__ twice as long as a more expensive __70__ to dry your hair. The cost of the electricity plus the cost of your time could well __71__ your hairdryer the most expensive one of all.So what principles should you __72__ when you go out shopping?If you __73__ your home, your car or any valuable __74__ in excellent condition, you’ll be saving money in the long __75__.Before you buy a new __76__, talk to someone who owns one. If you can, use it or borrow it to check it suits your particular __77__.Before you buy an expensive __78__, or a service, do check the price and __79__ is on offer. If possible, choose __80__ three items or three estimates.61. A) formB) fashionC) wayD) method62. A) saveB) preserveC) raiseD) retain63. A) upB) toC) inD) on64. A) easyB) singleC) simpleD) similar65. A) convinceB) acceptC) examineD) think66. A) properB) bestC) reasonableD) most67. A) itsB) whichC) whoseD) what68. A) forB) withC) inD) on69. A) spendsB) takesC) lastsD) consumes70. A) modeB) copyC) sampleD) model71. A) causeB) makeC) leaveD) prove72. A) adoptB) layC) stickD) adapt73. A) reserveB) decorateC) storeD) keep74. A) productsB) possessionC) materialD) ownership75. A) runB) intervalC) periodD) time76. A) applianceB) equipmentC) utilityD) facility77. A) functionB) purposeC) goalD) task78. A) componentB) elementC) itemD) particle79. A) whatB) whichC) thatD) this80. A) ofB) inC) byD) fromPart V Writing (30 minutes)Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write a campaign speech in support of your election to the post of chairman of the student union. Youshould write at least 120 words following the outline given below inChinese:1. 你认为自己具备了什么条件(能力、性格、爱好等)可以胜任学生会主席的工作2. 如果当选，你将为本校同学做些什么A Campaign Speech2005年1月四级参考答案Part IS1. qualityS2. investigatedS3. valueS4. familiarS5. recommendS6. perhapsS7. additionalS8. Equivalent German models tend to be heavier and slightly less easy to use.S9. Similarly, it is smaller than most of its competitors, thus fitting easily into a pocket or a handbag.S10. The only problem was slight awkwardness in loading the film.Part II Reading ComprehensionPart III VocabularyPart IV Cloze2005年1月四级听力原文1. W: You’ve sold your car. You don’t need one?M: Not really. I’ve never liked driving anyway. Now we’ve moved to a place near the subway entrance. We can get about quite conveniently.Q: What do we learn from the conversation?2. M: I’m going to drop my Information Science class. It means too early in themorning.W: Is that really the good reason to drop the class, Tony?Q: What does the woman mean?3. W: If you aren’t doing anything particular, shall we see the new play at theGrand Theater tonight?M: Sounds great. But I’ve got to go over my notes for tomorrow’s midterm.Q: What does the woman imply?4. M: What do you think of the prospects for online education? Is it going toreplace the traditional school?W: I doubt it. Schools are here to stay, because there are much more than just book learning. Even though more and more kids are going online, I believe fewer of them will quit school altogether.Q: What does the woman think of the conventional schools?5. M: How do most students find a job after they graduate?W: They usually look for a job by searching the Want Ads in the newspapers.Q: What does the woman mean?6. M: Allen is in the basement trying to repair the washing machine.W: Shouldn’t he be working on his term paper?Q: What does woman think Allen should do?7. W: Professor Newman, a few of us at the back didn’t get a copy of your readingassignment.M: Well, there’re only 38 names on my class list. And I didn’t bring any spare copies.Q: What do we learn from the conversation?8. M: Congratulations, Li Ming. You are the talk of the town, and the pride of ourclass now.。

1. According to the conversation, Mr Johnson is NOT very strong in
A. history.
B. geography.
C. mathematics.
D. art.
2. Mr Johnson thinks that _______ can help him a lot in the job.
4. What is the main purpose of the research?
A. To make preparations for a new publication.
B. To learn how couples spend their weekends.
C. To know how housework is shared.
11. Where is the train to Nanjing now standing?
A. At Platform 7.
B. At Platform 8.
C. At Platform 9.
D. At Platform 13.
12. Which train will now leave at 11:35?
D. had seen the casualties and cruelties of war.
16. Which of the following statements about the symbols is INCORRECT?
A. Both are used as the organization’s official symbols.
A. customs’ check.

2025年全国大学英语CET四级考试复习试题及解答参考一、写作（15分）Part I Writing (30 points)Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write a short essay on the topic “The Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Daily Life.” You should start your essay with a brief introduction to the topic, then give specific examples to illustrate your point, and finally, provide a conclusion with your personal view. Your essay should be about 120 to 150 words but no less than 100 words.Writing Sample:The advent of artificial intelligence (AI) has revolutionized our daily lives in numerous ways. From smart homes to advanced medical diagnosis, AI has become an integral part of modern society.In smart homes, AI systems like voice assistants and smart security cameras enhance our convenience and safety. These systems learn from our habits and preferences, making our homes more comfortable and efficient. Moreover, in the healthcare sector, AI algorithms are being used to analyze medical images and identify potential diseases at an early stage, which can significantly improvepatient outcomes.However, the rise of AI also brings challenges. For example, job displacement is a major concern, as AI can perform certain tasks more efficiently than humans. Additionally, there are ethical questions about privacy, data security, and the potential misuse of AI technology.In conclusion, while AI has brought substantial benefits to our daily lives, we must also address its challenges to ensure a balanced and ethical integration of AI into our society.Writing Analysis:•Introduction: The essay starts with a clear introduction to the topic of AI and its impact on daily life, providing a broad perspective.•Body Paragraphs: The body of the essay presents two distinct impacts of AI:•The positive impact of AI in smart homes and healthcare.•The negative impacts of job displacement and ethical concerns.•Conclusion: The essay concludes with a balanced view, acknowledging both the benefits and challenges of AI, and emphasizing the need for ethical considerations.•Structure and Coherence: The essay has a clear structure and is well-organized, making the flow of ideas easy to follow.•Length: The essay meets the required word count, with 120 words, demonstrating the writer’s ability to convey the main points concisely.二、听力理解-短篇新闻（选择题，共7分）第一题News:In recent years, global attention has been drawn to the rapid development of electric vehicles (EVs). According to a recent report by the International Energy Agency (IEA), the number of electric vehicles on the roads worldwide reached 13 million in 2021, up from just 2 million in 2015. The report also indicates that by 2030, the number of electric vehicles is expected to surpass 145 million.Question 1:What has the number of electric vehicles on the roads reached as of 2021 according to the recent report by the IEA?A) 1 millionB) 13 millionC) 2 millionAnswer: BQuestion 2:How many years is it mentioned from 2015 to 2021 in the report?A) 5 yearsB) 6 yearsC) 7 yearsAnswer: BQuestion 3:What is the expected number of electric vehicles by 2030 according to the report?A) 13 millionB) 2 millionC) 145 millionAnswer: C第二题News Item 1:A new study reveals that the global use of electric scooters has increased significantly in recent years. These scooters are becoming a popular form of transportation in cities around the world. However, the study also highlights the environmental and safety concerns associated with the rapid growth in electric scooter usage.Cities are faced with the challenge of managing the increased demand for parking spaces, as well as the potential risks of accidents involving these scooters. Improved infrastructure and regulations are being considered to address these issues.Questions:1、What is the primary topic of the news item?A. The decline of traditional scootersB. The environmental impact of electric scootersC. The safety concerns of using electric scootersD. The rise in global use of electric scooters2、“These scooters are becoming a popular form of transportation in cities around the world.” Which of the following is true regarding the use of electric scooters?A. They are only popular in developed countries.B. They have no environmental impact.C. They are causing a decrease in car usage.D. They have become a common mode of transportation globally.3、“Improved infrastructure and regulations are being considered to address these issues.” What is the implied issue that needs to be addressed?A. The overuse of public transportation.B. The need for more parking spaces for cars.C. The decline in bicycle usage.D. The potential safety risks and management challenges posed by electric scooters.Answers:1.D2.D3.D三、听力理解-长对话（选择题，共8分）First QuestionConversationA: Hey, Sarah! Did you finish listening to the podcast this morning?B: Yeah, I did. It was quite fascinating. Have you checked the transcript on their webpage?A: Not yet. I plan to review what we heard today after work. By the way, I was thinking it would be nice to form a study circle this semester.B: That sounds like a good idea. Could you host a meeting this weekend?A: Sure, I can. I’ll prepare some questio ns for us to discuss, and you can bring in your notes. It’ll make our learning more productive.B: Great! Should we stick to the topics in the podcast or choose something else?A: Let’s talk about the topics in the podcast first. That way, it’ll help us understand the context better.B: Sounds perfect. I have a couple of questions for you. How long have you been listening to podcasts?A: Since about a year now. I find it’s a great way to learn English while doing something productive.B: I agree. What’s your favorite podcast?A: Hmm, I really like “The Economist Briefing.” It covers current events and history, which are topics I find interesting.B: Nice choice. I’m a fan of “TED Talks Daily.” It’s a bit different from “The Economist Briefing” but still educational.A: That’s true. We can switch up the topics as we like. What are youstudying?B: I’m majoring in international relations. The podcast really helps me get more insights into what I’m studying.A: That’s awesome. What about yo ur plans for the future?B: I hope to travel around Europe for my study abroad program next year, so I’m trying to learn more European languages. It would be a great opportunity to practice my English as well.A: That sounds exciting! This weekend, let’s m eet for an hour at my place, okay?B: Sure, that works for me.Q1. What is one reason Sarah likes listening to this podcast?a)To practice her English.b)To pass CET-4.c)To prepare for a trip.d)To learn her major subject.Answer: aQ2. How long has the speaker been listening to podcasts?a)One yearb)Two yearsc)Three yearsd)Half a yearAnswer: aQ3. Who does the speaker admire for choosing “TED Talks Daily”?a)Sarahb) A friendc) A professord)Another studentAnswer: aQ4. What will they do this weekend?a)Meet for an hour at the speaker’s place.b)Join a club activity.c)Go to a coffee shop.d)Attend a lecture on English.Answer: aQuestion 2:Why does Liu feel a bit nervous about the exam?A) He is preparing for it for too long.B) He hasn’t studied hard enough.C) His friends are also enrolled in CET-4 course classes.D) He needs to take a break soon.Answer: AQuestion 3:What advice does Amy give to Liu?A) Enroll in a CET-4 course class.B) Review the past papers.C) Study every day.D) Take a break.Answer: BQuestion 4:What can be inferred about Liu from the conversation?A) He is confident about the exam.B) He has been preparing for the exam for a long time.C) He is ready for the upcoming exam.D) He doesn’t like studying hard.Answer: B四、听力理解-听力篇章（选择题，共20分）第一题Directions: In this section, you will hear a passage. Listen carefully and answer the questions that follow.Passage:In today’s fast-paced digital world, it has become increasingly important for businesses to adopt technologies that improve their efficiency and customer satisfaction. The rise of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) has led to significant advancements in the field of business operations. Companies are now exploring various ways to integrate these technologies to enhance their processes.1、What aspect of business operations has seen significant advancements dueto AI and ML integration?A) Customer serviceB) LogisticsC) Financial managementD) A2、Why is the adoption of AI and ML technologies regarded as important for businesses?A) To reduce operational costsB) To improve customer satisfactionC) To increase operational efficiencyD) C3、Which of the following is NOT an example of how businesses can integrate AI and ML?A) Enhancing predictive analyticsB) Automating routine tasksC) Increasing manual data entryD) C第二题Passage 1The globalization of the economy has brought about significant changes in the world, and one area that has been heavily affected is the sports industry. In this essay, we will explore how globalization has impacted the sports industry,focusing on the growth of international sports events and the role of sports in global culture.1、Why is globalization having a profound impact on the sports industry?A) Because it allows sports to be practiced anywhere in the world.B) Because it has led to the growth of international sports events.C) Because it has changed the way people culture around the world.D) Because it has increased the salaries of professional athletes.2、Which of the following is not mentioned as a change brought about by globalization in the sports industry?A) The increase in cross-cultural interactions.B) The decline in local sports teams.C) The rise of regional sports leagues.D) The increase in global fan bases for various sports.3、What is the main argument made by the essay about the role of sports in global culture?A) Sports have a单一 focus on winning and losing.B) Sports help to foster national pride and identity.C) Sports have become a way for countries to cooperatively compete.D) Sports have lost their relevance due to increased commercialization.Answer Key:1、B2、BThird Question: Listening Comprehension - Listening PassagePassage:Welcome to our final research trip to India. We are in a small village in the state of Kerala, known for its rich cultural heritage and scenic beauty. The village, named Paravoor, has a population of approximately 15,000. Today, we focus on the local economy, which is largely dependent on farming, tourism, and small-scale industries. Currently, the village is facing several challenges, including water scarcity and lack of proper infrastructure. The government plans to implement a new irrigation project, which will provide a significant boost to the agricultural sector. In addition, the village is promoting eco-tourism to diversify its economic base. However, these initiatives require support and investment from both the government and the local community.1、Which of the following is NOT a challenge facing Paravoor Village?A、Water scarcityB、Lack of proper infrastructureC、Dependence on large-scale industriesD、C、2、What is the villagers’ plan to diversify their economic base?A、Developing new industriesB、Promoting eco-tourismC、Increasing agricultural production3、Which of the following is a potential benefit of the new irrigation project?A、It will help diversify the local economy.B、It will improve the infrastructure.C、It will provide water to the entire state.D、C、五、阅读理解-词汇理解（填空题，共5分）第一题Reading PassageAlice, receiving a ring, was extremely pleased. Her father promptly asked, “Have you made up your mind, my dear?” “Not quite,” said Alice ominously, stepping out of her ring. “But I will do so directly,” she declared.With a faint shiver of delight, the father experienced her civil but firm decision and then together they went to bet {?1?} her little servant girl a seventeen-pound horse. While they were thus occupied, the children saw their disagreement. The richest and keenest-uprisinguchepest, perfectly struck their fancy, and though their(Game) competitive position was, by no means, satisfactory, they had no objection to feel very sorry for the seller.1、civil A. 非常高兴的B. 礼貌的；文明的C. 无数的；无休止的D. 非常出色的2、competititive A. 竞争性的；竞赛的B. 嫉妒的；充满敌意的C. 令人厌恶的；讨厌的D. 无能的；不称职的3、keen A. 苦涩的；尖利的B. 明锐的；敏锐的C. 高兴的；愉快的D. 枯燥的；乏味的4、Ominous A. 不吉利的；不祥的B. 温和的；文雅的C. 欢快的；愉快的D. 兴奋的；激动的5、shiver A. 战栗；发抖B. 淡水C. 快速降雨D. 柔软的动物答案:1、B2、A3、B4、A5、A第二题Directions: Read the following text and complete the sentences below. There is one word or phrase missing in each sentence. Choose the most appropriate word or phrase from the options given below each sentence.Reading Passage:The rapid growth of technology has profoundly transformed our social fabric. From the emergence of the internet to the advent of smartphones, our daily interactions and work routines have been fundamentally altered. These technological advancements have not only facilitated instant communication but also expanded our access to information. However, this shift comes with its own set of challenges. For instance, while the internet provides a vast array of resources, it also exposes us to misinformation and the need for digital literacy is increasingly important. Moreover, the reliance on technology in the workplace has raised concerns about job security, as automation and artificial intelligence continue to evolve and change the nature of work.1、The word “fabric” (Line 1) most closely r elates to the following word: _[Options: a) fabric b) structure c) society d) clothing_]•1、c) society2、The phrase “emergence of the internet” (Line 3) can be replaced with which of the following: _[Options: a) the start of the internet b) the appearance of the internet c) the deployment of the internet d) the invention of the internet_]•2、b) the appearance of the internet3、The word “instant” (Line 4) is synonymous with: _[Options: a) immediate b) brief c) quick d) rapid_]•3、a) immediate4、The challenge mentioned in the passage regarding the internet is: _[Options: a) accessing information b) exposure to misinformation c) maintaining digital literacy d) balancing physical and digital interactions_]•4、b) exposure to misinformation5、The phrase “nature of work” (Line 7) refers to: _[Options: a) the quality of work b) the purpose of work c) the essence of work d) the value of work_]•5、c) the essence of work六、阅读理解-长篇阅读（选择题，共10分）第一题Reading Passage OneIt is widely accepted that education is of great importance to all people. However, there are many arguments on its necessity. While some people believe it is important to receive an education, others argue that education is not essential in one’s life.One of the main arguments for education is that it offers opportunities for personal development. With a good education, individuals can acquire the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in life. They can also improve theircritical thinking abilities and make informed decisions. Furthermore, an education can help individuals become more adaptable and flexible, enabling them to thrive in a changing world.Opponents of education argue that people can succeed without it. They cite examples of successful individuals who dropped out of school, such as Steve Jobs and比尔·盖茨. They believe that talent and opportunities can compensate for a lack of formal education.In the following passage, there are some statements about education. Choose the most suitable answer for each of the following questions.Questions 1-51、Which of the following is the main issue discussed in the reading passage?A. The benefits of educationB. The drawbacks of educationC. The importance of personal developmentD. The relationship between education and success2、What do the proponents of education believe about the role of education in personal development?A. Education hinders personal growth.B. Education does not contribute to skill acquisition.C. Education improves critical thinking and decision-making skills.D. Education makes individuals less adaptable.3、What is the main argument against education mentioned in the passage?A. Education limits personal development.B. Successful individuals can compensate for a lack of education.C. Education stifles creativity and innovation.D. Education takes away opportunities for self-betterment.4、Which of the following does the reading passage NOT mention as a reason for supporting education?A. Increased opportunities for employment.B. Enhanced critical thinking abilities.C. Improved adaptability and flexibility.D. Theernenment in international cooperation.5、What is the author’s attitude towards the debate on education?A. The author believes that education is unnecessary.B. The author supports the idea that education is essential for personal development.C. The author prefers talent and opportunities over education.D. The author is neutral on the issue of education.Answer Key:1、A2、C3、B4、D5、B第二题Passage:The concept of cloud computing has been discussed for decades, but it has only recently become a practical solution for businesses and individuals. Itall began with the idea of using the Internet as a transmission medium for data and applications. As technology advanced, the costs of storage and bandwidth became more affordable, making cloud computing a viable option. Today, cloud services range from simple file storage to complex application delivery, and they are accessible via web browsers or special software applications.The benefits of cloud computing are numerous. First, there is no need for costly hardware or maintenance. Cloud providers handle all the backend operations, ensuring that the service runs smoothly without requiring any intervention from users. Second, cloud services are highly scalable, meaning they can handle sudden increases in demand without additional investment. Third, cloud computing encourages collaboration and mobility, as users can access data and applications from anywhere with an internet connection. Finally, cloud services often come with robust security features, which are continuously updated, minimizing the risk of data breaches.However, cloud computing also comes with challenges. Security remains a significant concern, as data is stored remotely and vulnerable to cyberattacks. Additionally, there is the issue of data sovereignty, where data stored outside a country’s borders may be subject to the laws of that country. Furthermore, some companies may be hesitant to switch to cloud services due to the lack of control over their data, a common concern known as “control issues.”Questions:1、What is the main idea of the passage?a) The history of cloud computing.b) The benefits and challenges of cloud computing.c) The security concerns of cloud computing.d) The scalability of cloud computing.2、Why did cloud computing become practical recently?a) Because of the decreased costs of storage and bandwidth.b) Because of the widespread availability of the Internet.c) Because of the advancement in technology.d) Because of the decreasing demand for hardware.3、What are the benefits of cloud computing mentioned in the passage?a) No need for costly hardware, scalability, collaboration and mobility, and robust security features.b) High scalability, easy maintenance, and data sovereignty.c) Low costs, easy access, and increased data security.d) Remote access, data availability, and decreased bandwidth requirements.4、Which of the following is a challenge of cloud computing?a) The lack of mobility.b) The high costs of hardware.c) The security risks associated with remote data storage.d) The limited availability of web browsers.5、What is the common concern known as “control issues” mentioned in the passage?a) Users have no control over their data.b) Users have control over their data, but it is stored remotely.c) Data stored outside a country’s borders may be subject to the laws of that country.d) Users can choose to control their data through special software applications.Answers:1、b) The benefits and challenges of cloud computing.2、a) Because of the decreased costs of storage and bandwidth.3、a) No need for costly hardware, scalability, collaboration and mobility, and robust security features.4、c) The security risks associated with remote data storage.5、a) Users have no control over their data.七、阅读理解-仔细阅读（选择题，共20分）First Reading Comprehension Part AReading PassageThe following is a passage about the importance of exercise for mental health and productivity. This passage is followed by some questions to which the answers can be found in the passage.In today’s fast-paced world, stress has become an integral part of our lives. It’s essential to find ways to manage and reduce stress to maintain both our mental and physical health. One effective way to combat stress is through regularexercise. Research has consistently shown that physical activity can have a profound impact on our mental well-being and productivity.1.Physical activity has been found to:A) improve mental healthB) enhance productivityC) both improve mental health and enhance productivityD) have no effect on mental health2.The passage primarily discusses:A) the negative impact of stress on mental healthB) the benefits of exercise in reducing stressC) the effectiveness of various stress management techniquesD) the effects of different types of stress on the body3.It is mentioned that physical activity can have a “profound impact” on our:A) attention spanB) moodC) ability to sleepD) All of the above4.The word “integral” in the first paragraph most closely means:A) essentialB) foundationC) simpleD) occasional5.According to the passage, what is one effective way to combat stress?A) Avoiding situations that cause stressB) Seeking professional helpC) Regular physical activityD) Meditating for a few minutes dailyOptions:1、C2、B3、D4、A5、C第二题阅读下面的文章，然后回答问题。

2005 年 12 月大学英语四级 (CET-4)真题试卷1/24 2005 年 12 月大学英语四级 (CET-4) 真题试卷Part I Listening Comprehension (20 minutes)Section A1.A) See a doctor.B)Stay in bed for a few days.C)Get treatment in a better hospital.D)Make a phone call to the doctor.2.A) The 2:00 train will arrive earlier.B)The 2:30 train has a dining car.C)The woman prefers to take the 2:30 train.D)they are gong to have some fast food on the train3.A) She has been longing to attend Harvard University.B)She’ll consider the man’s suggestion carefully.C)She has finished her project with Dr. Garcia’shelp.D)She’ll consult Dr. Garcia about entering graduate school.4.A) Alice didn ’tseem to be nervous during her speech.B)Alice needs more training in making public speeches.C)The man can hardly understand Alice’s presentation.D)The man didn’tthink highly of Alice ’s presentation.5.A) It ’s worse than 30 years ago.B)It remains almost the same as before.C)There are more extremes in the weather.D)There has been a significant rise in temperature.6.A) At a publishing house.B)At a bookstore.C)In a reading room.D)In Prof. Jordan’s office.7.A) The man can stay in her brother’s apartment.B)Her brother can help the man find a cheaper hotel.C)Her brother can find an apartment for the man.D)The man should have booked a less expensive hotel.8.A) Priority should be given to listening.B)It ’s most helpful to read English newspapers every day.C)It ’s more effective to combine listening with reading.D)Reading should come before listening.9.A) It can help solve complex problems.B)It will most likely prove ineffective.C)It is a new weapon against terrorists.D)It will help detect all kinds of liars.10.A) Help the company recruit graduate students.B)Visit the electronics company next week.C)Get apart-time job on campus before graduation.D)Apply for a job in the electronics company.Section BPassage OneQuestions 11 to 13 are based on the passage you have just heard.11.A) It ha been proven to be the best pain-killer.B)It is a possible cure for heart disease.C)It can help lower high body temperature effectively.D)It reduces the chance of death for heart surgery patients.12.A) It keeps blood vessels from being blocked.B)It speeds up their recovery after surgery.C)It in creases the blood flow to the heart.D)It adjusts their blood pressure.13.A) It is harmful to heart surgery patients with stomach bleeding.B)It should not be taken by heart surgery patients before the operation.C)It will have considerable side effects if taken in large doses.D)It should not be given to patients immediately after the operation.Passage TwoQuestions 14 to 16 are based on the passage you have just heard.14.A) They strongly believe in family rules.B)They are very likely to succeed in life.C)They tend to take responsibility for themselves.D)They are in the habit of obeying their parents.15.A) They grow up to be funny and charming.B)They often have a poor sense of direction.C)They get less attention from their parents.D)They tend to be smart and strong-willed.16.A) They usually don’tfollow family rules.B)They don’tlike to take chances in their lives.C)They are less likely to be successful in life.D)They tend to believe in their parent’s ideas.Passage ThreeQuestions 17 to 20 are based on the passage you have just heard.17.A) They wanted to follow his example.B)They fully supported his undertaking.C)They were puzzled by his decision.D)They were afraid he wasn’tfully prepared.18.A) It is more exciting than space travel.B)It is much cheaper than space travel.C)It is much safer than space travel.D)It is less time-consuming than space travel.19.A) They both attract scientists’attention.B)They can both be quite challenging.C)They are both thought-provoking.D)They may both lead to surprising findings.20.A) To show how simple the mechanical aids for diving can be.B)To provide an excuse for his changeable character.C)To explore the philosophical issues of space travel.D) To explain why he took up underwater exploration.Part II Reading comprehension (35 minutes)Passage OneQuestions 21 to 25 are based on the following passage.Just five one-hundredths of an inch thick, light golden in color and with a perfect―saddle curl, ‖ thespotatoLay ’chip seems an unlikely weapon for global domination. But its maker. Frito- Lay. Thinks otherwise. ― Potatochips are a snack food for the world, ‖ said Salman Amin, the company’s head of global marketing. Amin believes there is no corner of the world that can resist the charms of a Frito-Lay potato chip.Frito-Lay is the biggest snack maker in America, owned by PepsiCo. Andaccounts for over half of the parent company ’s $3 billion annual profits. But the U.S. snack food market is largely saturated, and to grow, the company has to look overseas.Its strategy rests on two beliefs: first a global product offers economies of scale with which local brands cannot compete. And second, consumers in the 21st century are drawn to ― global as‖a concept. ― Global ‖ doesnot mean products that are consciously identified as American, but ones than consumes-especially young people-see as part of a modem, innovative (创新的 ) world in which people are linked across cultures by shared beliefs and tastes. Potato chips are an American invention, but most Chinese, for instance, do not know than Frito-Lay is an American company. Instead, Riskey, the company’s research and development head, would hope they associate the brand with the new world of global communications and business.With brand perception a crucial factor, Riskey ordered a redesign of the Frito-Lay logo (标识 ). The logo, along with the company’s long-held marketing image of the― irresistibility‖ of, woulditschipshelp facilitate the company’s global expansion.The executives acknowledge that they try to swing national eating habits to a food created in America, but they deny that amounts to economic imperialism. Rater, they seeFrito- Lay as spreading the benefits of free enterprise across the world. ― We’re making products in those countries, we’re adapting them to the tastes of those countries, buildingbusinesses and employing people and changing lives,Reinemund,‖saidStevePepsiCo’s chief executive.21.It is the belief of Frito-Lay ’s head of global marking that ________.A)potato chips can hardly be used as a weapon to dominate the world marketB)their company must find new ways to promote domestic salesC)the light golden color enhances the charm of their company’s potato chipsD)people the world over enjoy eating their company’s potato chips22.What do we learn about Frito-Lay from Paragraph 2?A)Its products use to be popular among overseas consumers.B)Its expansion has caused fierce competition in the snack marker.C)It gives half of its annual profits to its parent company.D)It needs to turn to the word market for development.23.One of the assumptions on which Frito-Lay bases its development strategy is that________.A)consumers worldwide today are attracted by global brandsB)local brands cannot compete successfully with American brandsC)products suiting Chinese consumers’needs bring more profitsD)products identified as American will have promising market value24.Why did Riskey have the Frito-Lay logo redesigned?A)To suit changing tastes of young consumers.B)To promote the company’s strategy of globalization.C)To change the company’s long-held marketing image.D)To compete with other American chip producers.25.Frito-Lay ’s executives claim that the promoting of American food in theinternational market ________.A)won ’taffect the eating habits of the local peopleB)will lead to economic imperialismC)will be in the interest of the local peopleD)won’tspoil the taste of their chipsPassage TwoQuestions 26 to 30 are based on the following passage.In communities north of Denver, residents are pitching in to help teachers andadministrators as the Vrain school District tries to solve a $13.8 million budget shortageblamed on mismanagement. ― We’re worried about our teachers and principals, and wereally don’ t want to lose them because of this,‖ one parent sail.― If we can help eas financial burden, we will.―Teachers are grateful, but know it may be years before the district isolvent (有综合能力的). They feel really good about the parent support, but they realize it’simpossible for then to solve this problem.The 22,000-student district discovered the shortage last month. s extraordinary―It’. Nobody would have imagined something happening like this at thislevel, said‖ State Treasurer Mike Coffman.Coffman and district officials last week agreed on a state emergency plan freeingyp a $9.8 million loan that enabled the payroll (工资单 ) to be met for 2,700 teachers andstaff in time for the holidays.District officials also took $1.7 million from student-activity accounts its 38 schools.At Coffman’s request, the District Attorney has begun investigating thedistrict ’s finances. Coffman says he wants to know whether district officials hid thebudget shortage until after the November election, when voters approved a $212 millionbond issue for schools.In Frederick, students’parents are buying classroom supplies and offering to payfor groceries and utilities to keep first-year teachers and principals in their jobs.Some $36,000 has been raised in donations from Safeway. A Chevroletdealership donated $10,000 and forgave the district’s $10,750 bill for renting thedriver educating cars. IBM contributed 4,500 packs of paper.― We employ thousands of people in this community, ‖ said Mitch Carson, a hospital chief executive, who helped raise funds. ― Wehave children in the school, and we see how they could be affected. ‖At Creek High School, three students started a website that displays newspaperarticles, district information and an email forum (论坛 ) 。

2005年12月24日大学英语四级考试A卷真题含答案Listening Comprehension (20 minutes)Part 1 Section A1 A) See a doctorB) Stay in bed for a few days.C) Get treatment in a better hospital.D) Make a phone call to the doctor.2 A) The 2:00 train will arrive earlier.B)The 2:30 train has a dining car.C) The woman prefers to take the 2:30 train.D) they are gong to have some fast food on the train.3 A) She has been longing to attend Harvard University.B)She‟ll consider the man‟s suggestion carefully.C)She has finished her project with Dr. Garcia‟s help.D)She‟ll consult Dr. Garcia about entering graduate school.4 A)Alice didn‟t seem to be nervous during her speech.B)Alice needs more training in making public speeches.C)The man can hardly understand Alice‟s presentation.D)The man didn‟t think highly of Alice‟s presentation.5 A)It‟s worse than 30 years ago.B)It remains almost the same as before.C)There are more extremes in the weather.D)There has been a significant rise in temperature.6 A)At a publishing house.B)At a bookstore.C)In a reading roomD)In Prof. Jordan‟s office7 A)The man can stay in her brother‟s apartment.B)Her brother can help the man find a cheaper hotel.C) Her brother can find an apartment for the man.D)The man should have booked a less expensive hotel.8 A)Priority should be given to listening.B)It‟s most helpful to read English newspapers every day.C) It‟s more effective to combine listening with reading.D)Reading should come before listening.9 A)It can help solve complex problems.B)It will most likely prove ineffectiveC)It is a new weapon against terrorists.D)It will help detect all kinds of liars.10 A)Help the company recruit graduate students.B)Visit the electronics company next week.C)Get apart-time job on campus before graduation.D)Apply for a job in the electronics companySection BPassage OneQuestions 11 to 13 are based on the passage you have just heard.11 A)It ha been proven to be the best pain-killer.B)It is a possible cure for heart disease.C)It can help lower high body temperature effectively.D)It reduces the chance of death for heart surgery patients.12 A)It keeps blood vessels from being blocked.B)It speeds up their recovery after surgery.C)It in creases the blood flow to the heart.D)It adjusts their blood pressure.13 A)It is harmful to heart surgery patients with stomach bleeding.B)It should not be taken by heart surgery patients before the operation.C)It will have considerable side effects if taken in large doses.D)It should not be given to patients immediately after the operation.Passage TwoQuestions 14 to 16 are based on the passage you have just heard.14 A)They strongly believe in family rules.B)They are very likely to succeed in life.C)They tend to take responsibility for themselvesD)They are in the habit of obeying their parents.15 A)They grow up to be funny and charming.B)They often have a poor sense of direction.C)They get less attention from their parents.D)They tend to be smart and strong-willed.16 A)They usually don‟t follow family rules.B)They don‟t like to take chances in their lives.C)They are less likely to be successful in life.D)They tend to believe in their parent‟s ideas.Passage ThreeQuestions 17 to 20 are based on the passage you have just heard.17 A)They wanted to follow his example.B)They fully supported his undertaking.C)They were puzzled by his decision.D)They were afraid he wasn‟t fully prepared.18 A)It is more exciting than space travel.B)It is much cheaper than space travel.C)It is much safer than space travel.D)It is less time-consuming than space travel.19 A)They both attract scientists‟ attentionB)They can both be quite challengingC)They are both thought-provoking.D)They may both lead to surprising findings.20 A)To show how simple the mechanical aids for diving can be.B)To provide an excuse for his changeable character.C)To explore the philosophical issues of space travel.D)To explain why he took up underwater exploration.Part II Reading comprehension (35 minutes)Passage OneQuestions 21 to 25 are based on the following passage.Just five one-hundredths of an inch thick, light golden in color and with a perfect “saddle curl,” the Lay‟s potato chip seems an unlikely weapon for global domination. But its maker. Frito-Lay. Thinks otherwise.” Potato chips are a snack food for the world,” said Salman Amin, the company‟s head of global marketing. Amin believes there is no corner of the world that can resist the charms of a Frito-Lay potato chip.Frito-Lay is the biggest snack maker in America. owned by PepsiCo. And accounts for over half of the parent company‟s $3 billion annual profits. But the U.S. snack food market is largely saturated, and to grow. the company has to look overseas.Its strategy rests on two beliefs: first a global product offers economies of scale with which local brands cannot compete. And second, consumers in the 21st century are drawn to “global” as a concept. ”Global” does not mean p roducts that are consciously identified as American, but ones than consumes-especially youngpeople-see as part of a modem, innovative(创新的)world in which people are linked across cultures by shared beliefs and tastes. Potato chips are an American invention, but most Chinese, for instance, do not know than Frito-Lay is an American company. Instead, Riskey, the company‟s research and develo pment head, would hope they associate the brand with the new world of global communications and business.With brand perception a crucial factor, Riskey ordered a redesign of theFrito-Lay logo(标识).The logo, along with the company‟s long-held marketing i mage of the “irresistibility” of its chips. would help facilitate the company‟s global expansion.The executives acknowledge that they try to swing national eating habits to a food created in America, but they deny that amounts to economic imperialism. Rater, they see Frito-Lay as spreading the benefits of free enterprise across the world. “We‟re making products in those countries, we‟re adapting them to the tastes of those countries, building businesses and employing people and changing lives,” said Steve Reinemund, PepsiCo‟s chief executive.21.It is the belief of Frito-Lay‟s head of global marking that_____.A) Potato chips can hardly be used as a weapon to dominate the world marketB) Their company must find new ways to promote domestic sales.C) T he light golden color enhances the charm of their company‟s potato chipsD) People the world over enjoy eating their company‟s potato chips22.What do we learn about Frito-Lay from Paragraph 2?A) Its products use to be popular among overseas consumers.B) Its expansion has caused fierce competition in the snack marker.C) It gives half of its annual profits to its parent company.D) It needs to turn to the word market for development.23.One of the assumptions on which Frito-Lay bases its development strategy is that_____.A)consumers worldwide today are attracted by global brandsB)local brands cannot compete successfully with American brandsC)products suiting Chinese consumers‟ needs bring more profitsD)products identified as American will have promising market value24.Why did Riskey have the Frito-Lay logo redesigned?A)To suit changing tastes of young consumers.B)To promote the company…s strategy of globalization.C)To change the company‟s long-held marketing image.D)To compete with other American chip producers.25.Frito-Lay…s executives claim that the promoting of American food in the international market_____.A)won…t affect the eating habits of the local peopleB)will lead to economic imperialismC)will be in the interest of the local peopleD)won‟t spoil the taste of their chipsPassage TwoQuestion 26 to 30 are based on the following passage.In communities north of Denver, residents are pitching in to help teachers and administrators as the Vrain school District tries to solve a $13.8 million budget shortage blamed on mismanagement. ”We‟re worried about our teachers and principals, and we really don‟t want to lose them because of this,” one parent sail. “If we can help ease their financial burden, we will. ”Teachers are grateful, but know it may be years before the district is solvent(有综合能力的). They feel really good about the parent support, but they realize it‟s impossible for then to solve this problem.The 22,000-student district discovered the shortage last month. “It‟s extraordinary. Nobody would have imagined something happening like this at this level,” said State Treasurer Mike Coffman.Coffman and district officials last week agreed on a state emergency plan freeing yp a $9.8 million loan that enabled the payroll(工资单) to be met for 2,700 teachers and staff in time for the holidays.District officials also took $1.7 million from student-activity accounts its38schools.At Coffman‟s request, the District Attorney has begun investigating the district‟s finances. Coffman says he wants to know whether district officials hid the budget shortage until after the November election., when voters approved a $212 million bond issue for schools.In Frederick, students‟ parents are buying classroom supplies and offering to pay for groceries and utilities to keep first-year teachers and principals in their jobs. Some $36,000 has been raised in donations from Safeway. A Chevrolet dealership donated $10,000 and forgave the district‟s $10,750 bill for renting the driver educating cars. IBM contributed 4,500 packs of paper.“We employ thousands of people in this community,” said Mitch Carson, a hospital chief executive, who helped raise funds. “We have children in the school, and we see how they could be affected.”At Creek High School, three students started a website that displays newspaper articles, district information and an email forum(论坛)。

2005年6月大学英语四级CET4真题及答案2005年6月大学英语四级CET4真题及答案2005年6月大学英语四级CET4真题及答案c) cooperation with the local residents and business leadersd) inclusion of farmlands in the region’s protection program39. what does bud cook mean by “having a local presence “(line 1, para. 5)?a) financial contributions from local business leadersb) consideration of the interests of the local residentsc) the establishment of a wildlife protection foundation in the aread) the setting up of a local nature conservancy branch in the pocono area40. the passage most probably is ________a) an official documentb) a news storyc) an advertisementd) a research reportpart iii vocabulary41. a word processor is much better than a typewriter in that it enables you to enter and _______your text more easilya) register b) editc) propose d) discharge42. we don’t know why so many people in that region like to wear dresses of such ______colorsa) low b) humblec) mild d) dull43. the news has just _____ that the president is going to visit china next montha) come down b) come upc) come out d) come about44. the ______ that exists among nations could certainly be lessened if misunderstanding and mistrust were removeda) tension b) strainc) stress d) intensity45. the other day , mum and i went to st. james’s hospital , and they did lots and lots of tests on me , most of them _____ and frighteninga) cheerful b) horriblec) hostile d) friendly46. in the mediterranean seaweed is so abundant and so easily harvested that it is never of great _.a) fare b) paymentc) worth d) expense47. the writer was so ____ in her work that she didn’t notice him enter the rooma) absorbed b) abandonedc) focused d) centered48. actually, information technology can ______ the gap between the poor and the rich.a) link b) breakc) ally d) bridge49. some research workers completely ______ all those facts as though they never existed.a) ignore b) leavec) refuse d) miss50. computer power now allows automatic searches of fingerprint files to match a print at a crime ______.a) stage b) scenec) location d) occasion51. the most basic reason why dialects should be preserved is that language helps to ______ a culturea) retain b) relatec) remark d) review52. companies are struggling to find the right _______between supply and demand, but it is no easy taska) equation b) formulac) balance d) pattern53. mass advertising helped to _______ the emphasis from the production of goods to their consumptiona) vary b) shiftc) lay d) moderate54. because of his excellent administration, people lived in peace and _____ and all previously neglected matters were taken care of.a) conviction b) contestc) consent d) content55. i know you’ve got a smooth tongue, so don’t talk me ______ buying ita) away b) downc) out d) into56. showing some sense of humor can be a(n) _______ wayto deal with some stressful situationa) effective b) efficientc) favorable d) favorite57. the situation described in the report ______ terrible, but it may not happena) inclines b) maintainsc) sounds d) remains58. the company is trying every means to ______ the wholesale price of its productsa) pull down b) put downc) set down d) bring down59. the mayor ______ the police officer a medal of honor for his heroic deed in rescuing the earthquake victimsa) rewarded b) awardedc) credited d) prized60. the native canadians lived in _______ with nature, for they respected nature as a provider of lifea) coordination b) acquaintancec) contact d) harmony61. many people are asking whether traditional research universities in fact have any future _______.a) at all b) so farc) in all d) on end62. i was impressed _______ the efficiency of the work done in the companya) in b) aboutc) with d) for63. now in britain, wines take up four times as much ______ in the storehouse as both beer and spiritsa) block b) landc) patch d) space64. his hand shook a little as he _______ the key in the locka) squeezed b) insertedc) stuffed d) pierced65. for professional athletes, _______ to the olympics means that they have a chance to enter the history books 共7页，当前第5页52005年6月大学英语四级CET4真题及答案相关内容:。

2025年全国大学英语CET四级考试自测试题与参考答案一、写作（15分）Task 1: Letter of RecommendationWrite a letter to your friend, who is applying for a scholarship in a foreign university. In your letter, you should:1.Express your support for your friend’s application.2.Mention your friend’s academic achievements and extracurricular activities.3.Briefly describe your friend’s personal qualities and how they would benefit from the scholarship.4.End the letter by encouraging your friend to pursue their goals.Writing Tip:Remember to use formal language and a clear structure. Start with a proper introduction, followed by the main body, and conclude with a polite closing.Sample Letter:[Your Name][Your Address][City, State, ZIP][Email Address][Date][Friend’s Name][Friend’s Address][City, State, ZIP]Dear [Friend’s Name],I am writing to express my wholehearted support for your application for the scholarship at [Foreign University]. I believe that you are an exceptional candidate who deserves this opportunity to further your education abroad.Throughout your academic journey at [Your University], you have consistently demonstrated exceptional dedication and commitment to your studies. Your academic achievements are nothing short of remarkable. You have consistently ranked among the top students in your major, earning honors and awards along the way. Moreover, your ability to grasp complex concepts and apply them creatively is truly impressive.In addition to your academic prowess, you have been actively involved in various extracurricular activities. You have served as the president of the Student Council, where you have shown excellent leadership qualities and have been instrumental in organizing successful events. Your ability to work collaboratively and inspire others is a testament to your strong interpersonal skills.On a personal level, you possess a genuine passion for learning and a strongsense of curiosity. Your determination to explore new cultures and ideas will undoubtedly benefit you greatly as you pursue your studies at [Foreign University]. The scholarship would not only provide you with financial support but also allow you to immerse yourself in a diverse and enriching academic environment.I have no doubt that you will excel in your studies and make the most of this opportunity. Please do not hesitate to reach out to me if you need any assistance or guidance during your application process.Wishing you the best of luck with your scholarship application. I am confident that you will achieve your goals.Warm regards,[Your Name]Analysis:This sample letter follows the structure and guidelines provided in the task. It starts with a formal introduction, expressing support for the friend’s application. The body of the letter focuses on the friend’s academic achievements and extracurricular activities, providing specific examples to illustrate their strengths. The writer then briefly describes the friend’s personal qualities and how the scholarship would benefit them. Finally, the letter concludes with a polite closing and well-wishes, encouraging the friend to pursue their goals. The language used is formal and respectful, appropriate for a letter of recommendation.二、听力理解-短篇新闻（选择题，共7分）第一题News Item 1:A new study by the World Health Organization (WHO) has found that the consumption of sugary drinks is linked to an increased risk of type 2 diabetes. The study, which involved nearly 600,000 people from 10 different countries, showed that those who consumed more than one sugary drink per day had a 1.93 times higher risk of developing type 2 diabetes compared to those who did not consume sugary drinks at all. The WHO recommends limiting the intake of sugary drinks to less than 50 grams per day to reduce the risk of diabetes.Questions:1、What is the main finding of the study conducted by the WHO?A. The consumption of sugary drinks does not increase the risk of type 2 diabetes.B. The consumption of sugary drinks is linked to an increased risk of type2 diabetes.C. The consumption of sugary drinks can prevent type 2 diabetes.D. The consumption of sugary drinks has no effect on the risk of type 2 diabetes.2、How many times higher is the risk of developing type 2 diabetes for those who consume more than one sugary drink per day compared to those who do not consume sugary drinks at all?A. 1.5 timesB. 1.93 timesC. 2.5 timesD. 3 times3、According to the WHO, how many grams of sugary drinks should be consumed per day to reduce the risk of diabetes?A. 100 gramsB. 50 gramsC. 25 gramsD. 75 gramsAnswers:1、B2、B3、B第二题News Item 1:The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared a global emergency due to the rapid spread of a new strain of influenza. The virus, known as H5N1, has already infected hundreds of people in Asia and Europe, and there are concerns it could mutate into a form that spreads easily among humans. Governments around the world are taking steps to control the virus and prevent a pandemic.Questions:1、What has the WHO declared due to the spread of the new influenza strain?A) A regional emergencyB) A global emergencyC) A pandemicD) A localized outbreak2、How many people in Asia and Europe have been infected with the new influenza strain?A) DozensB) HundredsC) ThousandsD) Tens of thousands3、What is the main concern regarding the H5N1 virus?A) It has already mutated into a form that spreads easily among humans.B) It is highly resistant to existing vaccines.C) It is causing severe health complications in infected individuals.D) It is primarily affecting animals rather than humans.Answers:1、B) A global emergency2、B) Hundreds3、A) It has already mutated into a form that spreads easily among humans.三、听力理解-长对话（选择题，共8分）第一题听力原文：W: Hi, John. How’s your preparation for the CET-4 exam going?M: Oh, not too bad. I’ve been studying pretty hard, but I’m really worried about the listening section. It’s always been my weakest point.W: I know what you mean. It’s hard to improve your list ening skills in such a short time. But don’t worry too much. Just keep practicing.M: Yeah, but how should I practice? Should I just listen to English news and podcasts every day?W: That’s a good start, but it’s also important to practice with real exam q uestions. That way, you’ll get used to the format and the types of questions.M: Right. So, where can I find some practice materials?W: There are many online resources available. You can check out websites like CET-4 Listening Practice or even download some apps that offer listening exercises.M: Great! I’ll start looking for those resources right away. By the way, do you have any tips for improving listening skills?W: Well, one thing I find helpful is to take notes while listening. It helps me to focus and remember the main points of the conversation. Also, try to predict what the speaker might say next based on the context.M: That’s a good tip. I’ll try that. Thanks for the advice!W: No problem. We’re all in this together. Good luck with your exam!Questions:1、What is the main topic of the conversation?A) Preparing for the CET-4 examB) Improving listening skillsC) Finding practice materials for the CET-4 examD) Taking notes during the exam2、What does the man think about the listening section of the CET-4 exam?A) He is confident about it.B) He is not very worried about it.C) He feels it is his weakest point.D) He thinks it is the easiest section.3、What does the woman suggest the man do to improve his listening skills?A) Listen to English songs and movies.B) Read a lot of English books.C) Take notes while listening.D) Practice speaking English.4、Where does the woman suggest the man find practice materials for the CET-4 listening section?A) At the library.B) On the internet.C) In the bookstore.D) At the school’s language center.Answers:1、B) Improving listening skills2、C) He feels it is his weakest point.3、C) Take notes while listening.4、B) On the internet.第二题听力原文：W: Hey, John. Have you heard about the new English proficiency test t hat’s going to be introduced next year?M: Yeah, I have. It’s called the CET-4 English Proficiency Test. I heard it’s going to be more challenging than the current one.W: That’s true. The test format is going to change a bit. Instead of just having listening, reading, writing, and speaking sections, there will also be a long conversation section.M: Oh, really? That sounds interesting. How will it work?W: Well, the long conversation will be a conversation between two or more people on a specific topic. We’ll have to listen to the conversation and answer questions based on what we hear.M: That sounds like a good way to test our listening skills and understanding of the language in real-life situations.W: Exactly. And the questions will be a mix of multiple-choice andshort-answer questions.M: So, are you planning to take the test?W: Yes, I am. I want to improve my English skills, and this test seems like a good way to do that.M: Good for you! I think I’ll take it too. Let’s study together.Questions:1、What is the new English proficiency test called?A) CET-3B) CET-4C) CET-5D) CET-62、What is one of the main changes in the new test format?A) There will be no speaking section.B) There will be a long conversation section.C) The reading section will be longer.D) The writing section will be more difficult.3、What type of questions will be included in the long conversation section?A) Only multiple-choice questions.B) Only short-answer questions.C) A mix of multiple-choice and short-answer questions.D) Only essay questions.4、What is the main reason the speakers are interested in taking the test?A) To improve their grades.B) To get a job abroad.C) To improve their English skills.D) To meet the requirements for a higher education program.Answers:1、B) CET-42、B) There will be a long conversation section.3、C) A mix of multiple-choice and short-answer questions.4、C) To improve their English skills.四、听力理解-听力篇章（选择题，共20分）第一题Passage OneAfter the terrorist attacks on the United States on September 11, 2001, the world changed in many ways. People’s lives, both in the United States and around the world, were forever altered. The attacks led to increased security measures at airports, government buildings, and public events. They also had a profound impact on the global economy and international relations.1、What was the primary cause of the changes in people’s lives after the September 11 attacks?A)Increased security measures.B)The global economy.C)International relations.D)All of the above.Passage One Questions:2、What immediate effect did the September 11 attacks have on airports?A)They were closed for several days.B)They introduced more stringent security checks.C)They were forced to reduce flights.D)They had no immediate effect.3、How did the September 11 attacks change international relations?A)They led to a strengthening of alliances.B)They caused a breakdown in diplomatic relations.C)They had no immediate impact on international relations.D)They led to a reduction in international trade.Answers:1、D) All of the above.2、B) They introduced more stringent security checks.3、A) They led to a strengthening of alliances.第二题Passage OneIn recent years, there has been a growing interest in the study of sleep and its effects on our health. Researchers have found that sleep plays a crucial role in our physical and mental well-being. Here are some key findings from recent studies:1.Sleep deprivation can lead to serious health issues. Lack of sleep has been linked to an increased risk of heart disease, diabetes, and obesity. It can also weaken the immune system, making us more susceptible to infections.2.Sleep is essential for cognitive functions. Memory, attention, and problem-solving skills are all affected by sleep deprivation. Without adequate sleep, our ability to perform daily tasks can be significantly impaired.3.Sleep helps regulate our hormones. Lack of sleep can disrupt the balance of hormones, leading to weight gain and other health problems.4.Sleep improves our mood. Regular, quality sleep can reduce stress and anxiety, and improve our overall sense of well-being.Now, listen to a conversation between two friends discussing the importance of sleep.Question 1: What is one potential health issue associated with sleep deprivation?A. Improved cognitive functions.B. Increased risk of heart disease.C. Enhanced immune system.D. Decreased stress levels.Answer: BQuestion 2: According to the passage, how does sleep affect our cognitive abilities?A. It enhances memory and attention.B. It impairs problem-solving skills.C. It increases stress levels.D. It weakens the immune system.Answer: AQuestion 3: What is one benefit of regular, quality sleep mentioned in the passage?A. It disrupts hormone balance.B. It increases stress levels.C. It improves our mood.D. It weakens the immune system.Answer: C第三题PassageDr. John Brown, a renowned psychologist, has conducted extensive research on the effects of sleep on cognitive performance. In his latest study, he investigates how sleep deprivation affects problem-solving abilities.Dr. Brown explains that during sleep, the brain processes and consolidates information, which is crucial for memory formation and problem-solving. Sleep deprivation, however, can hinder this process, leading to decreased cognitive performance.In his study, Dr. Brown divided participants into two groups. One group was allowed to sleep for 8 hours, while the other group was kept awake for 24 hours. After the sleep deprivation period, both groups were given a series ofproblem-solving tasks to complete.The results were striking. The group that had slept for 8 hours performed significantly better on the problem-solving tasks than the group that had been kept awake. The sleep-deprived group showed slower reaction times, lower accuracy, and higher levels of stress.Dr. Brown concludes that adequate sleep is essential for optimal cognitive performance. Sleep deprivation not only impairs problem-solving abilities but also has long-term negative effects on mental health and overall well-being.Questions1、What is the main focus of Dr. John Brown’s research?A) The effects of stress on sleepB) The importance of sleep in cognitive performanceC) The role of genetics in sleep patternsD) The impact of caffeine on sleep quality2、How does sleep deprivation affect cognitive performance, according to Dr. Brown?A) It improves reaction times and accuracyB) It enhances memory formation and problem-solving abilitiesC) It hinders the brain’s ability to process and consolidate informationD) It has no significant impact on cognitive performance3、What is the conclusion Dr. Brown draws from his study?A) Sleep deprivation has no negative effects on cognitive performanceB) Adequate sleep is unnecessary for optimal cognitive performanceC) The quality of sleep is more important than the quantity of sleepD) Sleep deprivation can have long-term negative effects on mental health and overall well-beingAnswers1、B) The importance of sleep in cognitive performance2、C) It hinders the brain’s ability to process and consolidate information3、D) Sleep deprivation can have long-term negative effects on mental health and overall well-being五、阅读理解-词汇理解（填空题，共5分）第一题Reading passage:In the digital age, our lives are increasingly intertwined with technology. From the moment we wake up to the time we go to bed, we rely on various devices to help us with our daily tasks. One such device that has become an integral part of our lives is th e smartphone. It’s not just a communication tool anymore; it’s a personal assistant, a fitness tracker, and a source of entertainment.The rise of smartphones has brought about both benefits and challenges. On the one hand, they have made our lives more convenient. We can access information, make purchases, and stay connected with friends and family at any time. On the other hand, excessive use of smartphones can lead to negative consequences suchas sleep disturbances, reduced face-to-face interactions, and even mental health issues.As we continue to integrate technology into our daily routines, it’s important to be mindful of how we use our devices. Here are some tips to help you maintain a healthy balance:1.Set specific times for checking your phone, such as during meals or before bedtime.e apps that limit your screen time to encourage healthier habits.3.Engage in offline activities to reduce your reliance on digital devices.4.Prioritize face-to-face interactions with loved ones.Now, complete the following sentences by choosing the most appropriate word from the word bank for each blank. Write the corresponding letter (A, B, C, orD) in the blank.1.The rise of smartphones has brought about both__________and challenges.A. benefitsB. obstaclesC. confusionD. excitement2.Excessive use of smartphones can lead to__________such as sleep disturbances.A. benefitsB. obstaclesC. confusionD. excitement3.It’s important to be__________of how we use our devices.A. carefulB. lazyC. indifferentD. obsessed4.Set specific times for checking your phone to__________your reliance on digital devices.A. reduceB. increaseC. ignoreD. depend on5.Engage in__________activities to reduce your reliance on digital devices.A. onlineB. offlineC. digitalD. physicalAnswers:1.A2.A3.A4.A5.BSecond PartDirections: There are 5 incomplete statements followed by a list of words or phrases. Choose the most appropriate word or phrase to complete each statement. Mark your answers on the ANSWER SHEET.Passage:In today’s rapidly evolving technological landscape, digital literacy has become an indispensable skill for students. It not only encompasses the ability to use technology efficiently but also involves understanding the ethical implications of its usage. As educators emphasize the importance of integrating technology into the classroom, they must also address the challenges that come with it, such as ensuring equitable access and preventing the digital divide from widening. The goal is to prepare students to be responsible digital citizens who can navigate the online world safely and effectively.Questions:1、The term “digital literacy” refers to the skills required to _______.a)Use technology efficiently and understand its ethical implicationsb)Read books onlinec)Type fast on a computerd)Navigate social media platformsAnswer: a)2、“Ethical implications” in this context means _______.a)The consequences related to right and wrong behavior concerning technology useb)The speed at which one can operate a computerc)The cost of buying new technologyd)The process of learning how to codeAnswer: a)3、“Equitable access” implies that _______.a)All students have fair opportunities to use technologyb)Technology should be equally expensive for everyonec)Students should spend equal time on homeworkd)Teachers should give equal grades to all studentsAnswer: a)4、The “digital divide” refers to the gap between those who have ready access to computers and the internet, and those who do not because of _______.a)Societal inequalitiesb)Personal preferencesc)Technological advancementsd)Educational qualificationsAnswer: a)5、Being a “responsible digital citizen” means that one is able to _______.a)Use technology without any restrictionsb)Contribute positively to the online community while respecting others’ rightsc)Own the latest gadgetsd)Have unlimited data plansAnswer: b)六、阅读理解-长篇阅读（选择题，共10分）第一题Reading PassagesPassage OneIn recent years, the rise of online shopping has revolutionized the way people purchase goods and services. With just a few clicks, consumers can now access a vast array of products from the comfort of their own homes. This shift has had a significant impact on traditional brick-and-mortar retailers, forcing many to adapt or risk becoming obsolete.The convenience of online shopping is undeniable. Consumers can shop at any time of the day or night, compare prices across different platforms, and read reviews from other customers. However, this convenience comes with its own set of challenges. One major concern is the issue of online security, as consumers are vulnerable to identity theft and fraud. Additionally, the lack of physical interaction with products can lead to dissatisfaction with the purchase, especially when it comes to clothing or electronics.Despite these challenges, online shopping continues to grow in popularity. One reason for this is the rise of social media, which has become a powerful tool for promoting products and influencing consumer behavior. Influencers, for example, can showcase products to their followers, who may then be more inclined to make a purchase. Moreover, the rise of mobile shopping has made it even easier for consumers to shop on the go.Questions:1、What is the main idea of the first paragraph?A. The rise of online shopping has changed the way people shop.B. Online shopping is convenient but has its drawbacks.C. Traditional retailers are struggling to compete with online shopping.D. Online shopping is influenced by social media and mobile technology.2、What is one of the main concerns mentioned regarding online shopping?A. The high cost of shipping.B. The lack of physical interaction with products.C. The potential for identity theft and fraud.D. The difficulty in returning items.3、According to the passage, what is a benefit of online shopping?A. The ability to touch and feel products before purchasing.B. The opportunity to interact with sales representatives.C. The ability to read reviews from other customers.D. The reduced need for travel to physical stores.4、How does social media influence online shopping?A. It increases the cost of online transactions.B. It promotes products and influences consumer behavior.C. It makes online shopping less convenient.D. It reduces the need for physical stores.5、What is the author’s attitude towards online shopping?A. NegativeB. PositiveC. IndifferentD. CriticalAnswers:1、A2、C3、C4、B5、BSecond QuestionPassage:The Digital Divide and Its Impact on EducationIn the age of information technology, access to digital resources has become increasingly important for educational success. However, there exists a significant gap in access between those who have ready access to computers and the internet and those who do not. This phenomenon is known as the digital divide. It affects students in various ways, from limiting their ability to complete homework assignments that require internet access to hindering their development of critical digital literacy skills necessa ry for today’s job market.While urban areas tend to have better infrastructure and more resources tosupport digital education, rural communities often lag behind. Schools in these regions may lack the funding needed to provide adequate computer facilities and internet connectivity, leaving students at a disadvantage when it comes to competing with their peers in more technologically advanced settings.Moreover, the digital divide also extends beyond hardware and connectivity issues. There is a disparity in the availability of digital literacy training programs that teach individuals how to effectively use technology. Without such training, even if hardware and connectivity were available, many students would still struggle to make effective use of digital tools for learning.Efforts to bridge the digital divide include initiatives aimed at providing affordable internet access and devices to underprivileged communities as well as programs designed to train educators and students in digital literacy. Despite these efforts, challenges remain, particularly in ensuring equitable access to technology across all socioeconomic groups.Questions:1、What does the term “digital divide” refer to?A. The gap in technology access between different socioeconomic groups.B. The difference in technology preferences among students.C. The physical distance between urban and rural areas.D. The separation of online and offline educational resources.Answer: A2、How does the digital divide affect students’ educational outcomesaccording to the passage?A. By limiting their access to traditional textbooks.B. By preventing them from participating in extracurricular activities.C. By hindering their ability to complete homework that requires internet access.D. By reducing the number of subjects they can study.Answer: C3、Which area is more likely to face challenges due to the digital divide?A. Urban areas with high population density.B. Rural communities with limited resources.C. Suburban neighborhoods with moderate income levels.D. Metropolitan cities with advanced technological infrastructure.Answer: B4、What additional issue besides hardware and connectivity is mentioned regarding the digital divide?A. The cost of software subscriptions.B. The lack of digital literacy training programs.C. The shortage of qualified teachers.D. The absence of government regulations.Answer: B5、What kind of efforts are being made to reduce the impact of the digital divide?A. Increasing the production of printed materials.B. Providing affordable internet access and digital literacy training.C. Encouraging the use of traditional teaching methods.D. Reducing the emphasis on technology in schools.Answer: BThis completes the section on Long Reading Comprehension for the CET Level 4 exam preparation.七、阅读理解-仔细阅读（选择题，共20分）第一题Reading PassagesPassage 1In today’s fast-paced world, the importance of effective communication skills cannot be overstated. Communication is the key to success in both personal and professional settings. One of the most widely recognized tests of English proficiency is the College English Test Band 4 (CET-4). This exam, conducted annually in China, evaluates the English language skills of university students.The CET-4 exam consists of several sections, including listening comprehension, reading comprehension, writing, and translation. In this passage, we will focus on the reading comprehension section, which is often considered the most challenging part of the exam.The reading comprehension section consists of three parts: reading passageA, reading passage B, and reading passage C. Each part contains several questions th at test the reader’s ability to understand the main idea, details, and inference of the text.Reading passage A is a passage that covers a broad range of topics, such as science and technology, education, culture, and society. Reading passage B is a detailed account of a particular event or phenomenon, while reading passage C is a passage that requires the reader to infer the author’s attitude or opinion based on the given information.Questions:1、The CET-4 exam is widely recognized as a test of ________.A. listening skillsB. speaking skillsC. reading skillsD. writing skills2、The reading comprehension section of the CET-4 exam consistsof________parts.A. oneB. twoC. threeD. four3、Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a topic in reading passage A?。

2005年6月大学英语四级CET4真题及答案2005年6月大学英语四级CET4真题及答案2005年6月大学英语四级CET4真题及答案26. which of the following statements best expresses the author’s view?a) aggressive behavior in sports can have serious consequencesb) the words people use can influence their behaviorc) unpleasant words in sports are often used by foreign athletesd) unfair judgments by referees will lead to violence on the sports field27. harsh words are spoken during games because the players _______a) are too eager to winb) are usually short-tempered and easily offendedc) cannot afford to be polite in fierce competitiond) treat their rivals as enemies28. what did the handball player do when he was notallowed a time out to change his gloves?a) he refused to continue the gameb) he angrily hit the referee with a ballc) he claimed that the referee was unfaird) he wet his gloves by rubbing them across his t-shirt29. according to the passage, players, in a game , may _______a) deliberately throw the ball at anyone illegally blocking their wayb) keep on screaming and shouting throughout the gamec) lie down on the ground as an act of protestd) kick the ball across the court with force30. the author hopes to have the current situation in sports improved by ______a) calling on players to use clean language on the courtb) raising the referee’s sense of responsibilityc) changing the attitude of players on the sports fieldd) regulating the relationship between players and refereespassage 3consumers are being confused and misled by the hodge-podge (大杂烩) of environmental claims made byhousehold products, according to a “green labeling”study published by consumers international friday .among the report’s more outrageous (令人无法容忍的) findings-a german fertilizer described itself as “earthworm friendly”a brand of flour said it was “non-polluting”and a british toilet paper claimed to be “environmentally friendlier”the study was written and researched by britain’s national consumer council (ncc) for lobby group consumer international. it was funded by the german and dutch governments and the european commission.“while many good and useful claims are being made , it is clear there is a long way to go in ensuring shoppers are adequately informed about the environmental impact of products they buy,”said consumers international director anna fielder .the 10-country study surveyed product packaging in britain. western europe, scandinavia and the united states. it found that products sold in germany and the united kingdom made the most environmental claims on average.the report focused on claims made by specific products , such as detergent (洗涤剂) insect sprays and by some garden products . it did not test the claims, but compared them tolabeling guidelines set by the international standards organization (iso) in september, 1999.researchers documented claims of environmental friendliness made by about 2,000 products and found many too vague or too misleading to meet iso standards.“many products had specially-designed labels to make them seem environmentally friendly, but in fact many of these symbols mean nothing,”said report researcher philip page.“laundry detergents made the most number of claims with 158. household cleaners were second with 145 separate claims, while paints were third on our list with 73. the high numbers show how very confusing it must be for consumers to sort the true from the misleading.”he said.the iso labeling standards ban vague or misleading claims on product packaging, because terms such as “environmentally friendly”and “non-polluting”cannot be verified. “what we are now pushing for is to have multinational corporations meet the standards set by the iso.”said page.31. according to the passage, the ncc found it outrageous that ______a) all the products surveyed claim to meet iso standardsb) the claims made by products are often unclear or deceivingc) consumers would believe many of the manufactures’claimd) few products actually prove to be environment friendly32. as indicated in this passage , with so many good claims , the consumers ___共7页，当前第3页32005年6月大学英语四级CET4真题及答案相关内容:。

2005年6月全国大学英语四级考试真题和答案Part I Listening Comprehension (20 minutes) Section A 1. A) The man hates to lend his tools to other people. B) The man hasn‟t finished working on the bookshelf.C) The tools have already been returned to the woman. D) The tools the man borrowed from the woman are missing. 2. A) Give the ring to a policeman. B) Wait for the owner of the ring in the rest room. C) Hand in the ring to the security office. D) Take the ring to the administration building. 3. A) Save time by using a computer. B) Buy her own computer. C) Borrow Martha‟s computer.D) Stay home and complete her paper. 4. A) The man doesn‟t have money for his daughter‟s graduate studies.B) The man doesn‟t think his daughter will get a business degree. C) The man insists that his daughter should pursue her studies in science. D) The man advises his daughter to think carefully before making her decision. 5. A) The cinema is some distance away from where they are. B) He would like to read the film review in the newspaper. C) They should wait to see the movie at a later time. D) He‟ll find his way to the cinema.6. A) He‟s been to Seattle many times.B) He has chaired a lot of conferences. C) He has a high position in his company. D) He lived in Seattle for many years. 7. A) Teacher and student. B) Doctor and patient. C) Manager and office worker. D) Travel agent and customer. 8. A) She knows the guy who will give the lecture. B) She thinks the lecture might be informative. C) She wants to add something to her lecture. D) She‟ll finished her report this weekend.9. A) An art museum. B) A beautiful park. C) A college campus. D) An architectural exhibition. 10. A) The houses for sale are of poor quality. B) The houses are too expensive for the couple to buy. C) The housing developers provide free trips for potential buyers. D) The man is unwilling to take a look at the houses for sale. Section B Passage 1 11. A) Synthetic fuel B) Solar energy C) Alcohol D) Electricity 12. A) Air traffic conditions B) Traffic jams on highways C) Road conditions D) New traffic rules 13. A) Go through a health check B) Carry little luggage C) Arrive early for boarding D) Undergo security checks Passage 2 14. A) In a fast-food restaurant B) At a shopping center C) At a county fair D) In a bakery 15. A) Avoid eating any food B) Prepare the right type of pie to eat C) Wash his hands thoroughly D) Practice eating a pie quickly 16. A) On the table B) Behind his back C) Under his bottom D) On his lap 17. A) Looking sideways to see how fast your neighbor eats. B) Eating from the outside toward the middle. C) Swallowing the pie with water. D) Holding the pie in the right position. Passage 3 18. A) Beauty B) Loyalty C) Luck D) Durability 19. A) He wanted to follow the tradition of his country. B) He believed that it symbolized an everlasting marriage. C) It was thought a blood vessel in that finger led directly to the heart. D) It was supposed that the diamond on that finger would bring good luck. The two people can learn about each other‟s likes and dislikes.20. A) T he two people can learn about each other‟s likes and dislikes.B) The two people can have time to decide if they are a good match. C) The two people can have time to shop for their new home. D) The two people can earn enough money for their wedding. Part II Reading Comprehension (35 minutes) Passage 1 Is there enough oil beneath the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge (保护区) (ANWR) to help secure America‟s energy future? President Bush certainly thinks so. He has argued that tapping ANWR‟s oil would help ease California‟s electricity crisis and provide a major boost to the country‟s energy independence. But no one knows for sure how much crude oil lies buried beneath the frozen earth with the last government survey, conducted in 1998, projecting output anywhere from 3 billion to 16 billion barrels. The oil industry goes with the high end of the range, which could equal as much as 10% of U.S. consumption for as long as six years. By pumping more than 1 million barrels a day from the reserve for the next two three decades, lobbyists claim, the nation could cut back on imports equivalent to all shipments to the U.S. from Saudi Arabia. Sounds good. An oil boom would also mean a multibillion-dollar windfall (意外之财) in tax revenues, royalties (开采权使用费) and leasing fees for Alaska and the Federal Government. Best of all, advocates of drilling say, damage to the environment would be insignificant. “We‟ve never had a document case of oil rig chasing deer out onto the pack ice.” says Alaska State Representative Scott Ogan.Not so far, say environmentalists. Sticking to the low end of government estimates, the National Resources Defense Council says there may be no more than 3.2 billion barrels of economically recoverable oil in the coastal plain of ANWR, a drop in the bucket that would do virtually nothing to ease America‟s energy problems. And consumers would wait up to a decade to gain any benefits, because drilling could begin only after much bargaining over impact on the California leases, environmental permits and regulatory review. As for ANWR‟s power crisis, environmentalists point out that oil is responsible for only 1% of the Golden State‟s electricity output—and just 3% of the nation‟s.21. What does President Bush think of tapping oil in ANWR? A) It will exhaust the n ation‟s oil reserves.B) It will help secure the future of ANWR. C) It will help reduce the nation‟s oil imports.D) It will increase America‟s energy consumption.22. We learn from the second paragraph that the American oil industry ________. A) believes that drilling for oil in ANWR will produce high yields B) tends to exaggerate America‟s reliance on foreign oilC) shows little interest in tapping oil in ANWR D) expects to stop oil imports from Saudi Arabia 23. Those against oil drilling in ANWR argue that ________. A) it can cause serious damage to the environment B) it can do little to solve U.S. energy problems C) it will drain the oil reserves in the Alaskan region D) it will not have much commercial value ing “Not so fast” (Line 1, Para. 3)?24. What do the environmentalists mean by sayA) Oil exploitation takes a long time B) The oil drilling should be delayed C) Don‟t be too optimisticD) Don‟t expect fast returnsh 25. It can be learned from the passage that oil exploitation beneath ANWR‟s frozen eart________. A) remains a controversial issue B) is expected to get under way soon C) involves a lot of technological problems D) will enable the U.S. to be oil independent Passage 2 “Tear …em apart!” “Kill the fool!” “Murder the referee (裁判)!”These are common remarks one may hear at various sporting events. At the time they are made, they may seem innocent enough. But let‟s not kid ourselves. They have been known to influence behavior in such a way as to lead to real bloodshed. Volumes have been written about the way words affect us. It has been shown that words having certain connotations (含义) may cause us to react in ways quite foreign to what we consider to be our usual humanistic e has come to behavior. I see the term “opponent” as one of those words. Perhaps the timdelete it from sports terms. The dictionary meaning of the term “opponent “is “adversary “: “enemy “; “one who opposes your interests.” “Thus, when a player meets an opponent, he or she may tend to treat that es, winning may dominate one‟s intellect, and every action, opponent as an enemy. At such timno matter how gross, may be considered justifiable. I recall an incident in a handball game when a referee refused a player‟s request for a time out for a glove change because he did not considered then wet enough. The player proceeded to rub his gloves across his wet T-shirt and then exclaimed. “Are they wet enough now?”In the heat of battle, players have been observed to throw themselves across the court without considering the consequences that such a move might have on anyone in their way. I have also witnessed a player reacting to his opponent‟s international and illegal blocking by deliberately hitting him with the ball as hard as he could during the course of play. Off the court, they are good friends. Does that make any sense? It certainly gives proof of a court attitude which departs from normal behavior. Therefore, I believe it is time we elevated (提升) the game to the level where it belongs thereby setting an example to the rest of the sporting world. Replacing the term “opponent” with “associate” could be an ideal way to start.The dictionary meaning of the term “associate” is “colleague”; “friend”; “companion.” Reflect a moment! You may soon see and possibly feel the difference in your reaction to the term “associate” rather than “opponent.”26. Which of the following statements best expresses the author‟s view?A) Aggressive behavior in sports can have serious consequences. B) The words people use can influence their behavior. C) Unpleasant words in sports are often used by foreign athletes. D) Unfair judgments by referees will lead to violence on the sports field. 27. Harsh words are spoken during games because the players ________. A) are too eager to win B) are usually short-tempered and easily offended C) cannot afford to be polite in fierce competition D) treat their rivals as enemies 28. What did the handball player do when he was not allowed a time out to change his gloves? A) He refused to continue the game. B) He angrily hit the referee with a ball. C) He claimed that the referee was unfair. D) He wet his gloves by rubbing them across his T-shirt. 29. According to the passage, players, in a game, may ________. A) deliberately throw the ball at anyone illegally blocking their way B) keep on screaming and shouting throughout the game C) lie down on the ground as an act of protest D) kick the ball across the court with force 30. The author hopes to have the current situation in sports improved by ________. A) calling on players to use clean language on the court B) raising the referee‟s sense of responsibilityC) changing the attitude of players on the sports field D) regulating the relationship between players and referees Passage 3 Consumers are being confused and misled by the hodge-podge (大杂烩) of environmental claims made by household products, according to a “green labeling” study published by Consumers International Friday. Among the report‟s more outrageous (令人无法容忍的) findings-a German fertilizer described itself as “earthworm friendly” a brand of flour said it was “non -polluting” and a British toilet paper claimed to be “environmentally friendlier”The study was written and researched by Britain‟s National Consumer Council (NCC) for lobby group Consumer International. It was funded by the German and Dutch governments and the European Commission. “ While many good and useful claims are being made, it is clear there is a long way to go in ensuring shoppers are adequately informed about the environmental impact of products they buy,” sa buy,” said Consumers International director Anna Fielder. id Consumers International director Anna Fielder. The 10-country study surveyed product packaging in Britain, Western Europe, Scandinavia and the United States. It found that products sold in Germany and the United Kingdom made the most environmental claims on average. The report focused on claims made by specific products, such as detergent (洗涤剂) insect sprays and by some garden products. It did not test the claims, but compared them to labeling guidelines set by the International Standards Organization (ISO) in September, 1999. Researchers documented claims of environmental friendliness made by about 2,000 products and found many too vague or too misleading to meet ISO standards. “Many products had specially -designed labels to make them seem environmentally friendly, -designed labels to make them seem environmentally friendly, but in fact many of these symbols mean nothing,” said report researcher Philip Page.“Laundry detergents made the most number of claims with 158. Household cleaners were second with 145 separate claims, while paints were third on our list with 73. The high numbers show how very confusing it must be for consumers to sort the true from the misleading.” he said. The ISO labeling standards ban vague or misleading claims on product packaging, because terms such as “environmentally friendly” and “non -polluting” cannot be verified. “What we are now pushing for is to have multinational corporations meet the standards set by the ISO.” said Page. 31. According to the passage, the NCC found it outrageous that ________. A) all the products surveyed claim to meet ISO standards B) the claims made by products are often unclear or deceiving C) consumers would believe many of the manufactures‟ claimD) few products actually prove to be environment friendly 32. As indicated in this passage, with so many good claims, the consumers ________. A) are becoming more cautious about the products they are going to buy B) are still not willing to pay more for products with green labeling C) are becoming more aware of the effects different products have on the environment D) still do not know the exact impact of different products on the environment 33. A study was carried out by Britain‟s NCC to ________.A) find out how many claims made by products fail to meet environmental standards B) inform the consumers of the environmental impact of the products they buy C) examine claims made by products against ISO standards D) revise the guidelines set by the International Standards Organization 34. What is one of the consequences caused by the many claims of household products? A) They are likely to lead to serious environmental problems. B) Consumers find it difficult to tell the true from the false. C) They could arouse widespread anger among consumer. D) Consumers will be tempted to buy products they don‟t need.35. It can be inferred from the passage that the lobby group Consumer International wants to ________. A) make product labeling satisfy ISO requirements B) see all household products meet environmental standards C) warn consumers of the danger of so-called green products D) verify the efforts of non-polluting products Passage 4 Two hours from the tall buildings of Manhattan and Philadelphia live some of the world‟s largest black bears. They are in northern Pennsylvania‟s Pocono Mountains, a home they share with an abundance of other wildlife. The streams, lakes, meadows (草地), mountain ridges and forests that make the Poconos an ideal place for black bears have also attracted more people to the region. Open spaces are threatened by plans for housing estates and important habitats (栖息地) are endangered by highway construction. To protect the Poconos natural beauty from irresponsible development, the Nature Conservancy (大自然保护协会) named the area one of America‟s “Last Great Places”.Operating out of a century-old schoolhouse in the village of Long Pond, Pennsylvania, the conservancy‟s bud Cook is working with local people and business leaders to balance economic growth with environmental protection. By forging partnerships with people like Francis Altemose, the Conservancy has been able to protect more than 14,000 acres of environmentally important land in the area. Altemose‟s family has farmed in the Pocono area for generations. Two years ago Francis worked with the Conservancy to include his farm in a county farmland protection program. As a result, his family‟s land can be protected from development and the Altemoses will be better able to provide a secure financial future for their 7-year-old grandson. ce and a Cook attributes the Conservancy‟s success in the Poconos to having a local presen commitment to working with local residents “The key to protecting these remarkable lands is connecting with the local community,” Cook said. “The people who live there respect the land. They value quiet forests, clear streams and abundant wildlife. They are eager to help with conservation effort. For more information on how you can help the Nature Conservancy protect the Poconos and -888-564 6864 or visit us on the World Wide the world‟s other “Last Great Places,” please call 1Web at . 36. The purpose in naming the Poconos as one of America‟s “Last Great Places” is to ________. A) gain support from the local community B) protect it from irresponsible development C) make it a better home for black bears D) provide financial security for future generations 37. We learn from the passage that ________. A) the population in the Pocono area is growing B) wildlife in the Pocono area is dying out rapidly C) the security of the Pocono residents is being threatened D) farmlands in the Pocono area are shrinking fast 38. What is important in protecting the Poconos according to Cook? A) The setting up of an environmental protection website B) Support from organizations like The Nature Conservancy C) Cooperation with the local residents and business leaders D) Inclusion of farmlands in the region‟s protection program39. What does Bud Cook mean by “having a local presence” (Line 1, Para. 5)?A) Financial contributions from local business leaders B) Consideration of the interests of the local residents C) The establishment of a wildlife protection foundation in the area D) The setting up of a local Nature Conservancy branch in the Pocono area 40. The passage most probably is ________. A) an official document B) a news story C) an advertisement D) a research report Part III Vocabulary (20 minutes) 41. A word processor is much better than a typewriter in that it enables you to enter and ________ your text more easily. A) register B) edit C) propose D) discharge 42. We don‟t know why so many people in that region like to wear dresses of such ________ colors. A) low B) humble C) mild D) dull 43. The news has just ________ that the president is going to visit China next month. A) come down B) come up C) come out D) come about 44. The ________ that exists among nations could certainly be lessened if misunderstanding and mistrust were removed. A) tension B) strain C) stress D) intensity 45. The other day, Mum and I went to St. James‟s Hospital, and they did lots and lots of tests on me, most of them ________ and frightening. A) cheerful B) horrible C) hostile D) friendly 46. In the Mediterranean seaweed is so abundant and so easily harvested that it is never of great ________. A) fare B) payment C) worth D) expense idn‟t notice him enter the room.47. The writer was so ________ in her work that she dA) absorbed B) abandoned C) focused D) centered 48. Actually, information technology can ________ the gap between the poor and the rich. A) link B) break C) ally D) bridge 49. Some research workers completely ________ all those facts as though they never existed. A) ignore B) leave C) refuse D) miss 50. Computer power now allows automatic searches of fingerprint files to match a print at a crime ________. A) stage B) scene C) location D) occasion 51. The most basic reason why dialects should be preserved is that language helps to ________ a culture. A) retain B) relate C) remark D) review 52. Companies are struggling to find the right ________ between supply and demand, but it is no easy task. A) equation B) formula C) balance D) pattern 53. Mass advertising helped to ________ the emphasis from the production of goods to their consumption. A) vary B) shift C) lay D) moderate 54. Because of his excellent administration, people lived in peace and ________ and all previously neglected matters were taken care of. A) conviction B) contest C) consent D) content 55. I know you‟ve got a smooth tongue, so don‟t talk me ________ buying it.A) away B) down C) out D) into 56. Showing some sense of humor can be a(n) ________ way to deal with some stressful situation. A) effective B) efficient C) favorable D) favorite 57. The situation described in the report ________ terrible, but it may not happen. A) inclines B) maintains C) sounds D) remains 58. The company is trying every means to ________ the wholesale price of its products. A) pull down B) put down C) set down D) bring down 59. The mayor ________ the police officer a medal of honor for his heroic deed in rescuing the earthquake victims. A) rewarded B) awarded C) credited D) prized 60. The native Canadians lived in ________ with nature, for they respected nature as a provider of life. A) coordination B) acquaintance C) contact D) harmony 61. Many people are asking whether traditional research universities in fact have any future ________. A) at all B) so far C) in all D) on end 62. I was impressed ________ the efficiency of the work done in the company. A) in B) about C) with D) for 63. Now in Britain, wines take up four times as much ________ in the storehouse as both beer and spirits. A) block B) land C) patch D) space 64. His hand shook a little as he ________ the key in the lock. A) squeezed B) inserted C) stuffed D) pierced 65. For professional athletes, ________ to the Olympics means that they have a chance to enter the history books. A) access B) attachment C) appeal D) approach 66. In the long ________, the new information technologies may fundamentally alter our way of life. A) view B) distance C) jump D) run 67. All the arrangements should be completed ________ your departure. A) prior to B) superior to C) contrary to D) parallel to 68. We need to create education standards that prepare our next generation who will be ________ with an even more competitive market. A) tackled B) encountered C) dealt D) confronted 69. In the late seventies, the amount of fixed assets required to produce one vehicle in Japan was ________ equivalent to that in the United States. A) rudely B) roughly C) readily D) coarsely 70. Many people believe we are heading for environmental disaster ________ we radically change way we live. A) but B) although C) unless D) lest Part IV Short Answer Questions (15 minutes) We commonly think of sportsmanship in connection with athletic contests, but it also applies to individual outdoor sports. Not everyone who picks up a fishing rod or goes out with a gun is a sportsman. The sportsman first of all obeys the fish and game laws, not because he is liable to be punished as a violator, but because he knows that in the main these laws are made for his best interests. The following are some of the things that those who would qualify for membership in the sportsmanship fraternity (圈内人圈内人) will do. 1. Take no more game than the bag limit provided for by the fish and game laws. The person who comes back from a trip boasting about the large number of fish or game taken is not a sportsman but a game hog (贪得无厌的捕猎者). 2. Observe the unwritten rules of fair play. This means shooting game birds only when the birds are “on the wing”. For the same reason, do not use a shotgun to shoot a rabbit or similar animal while it is sitting or standing still. 3. Be careful in removing illegal or undersized fish from the hook. This should be done only after wetting the hands. This is necessary because the body of the fish is covered with a thin, protective film which will stick to your dry hands. If the hands are dry when the fish is handled, the film is torn from the body of the fish. Without the protective film, the fish is more easily attacked by diseases. If you wish to release a fish that is hooked in such a way that it will be impossible to be close to the hook as convenient. In a remarkably short time, the hook will break down and the fish will remain almost unharmed. Fish have been known to feed successfully while hooks were still in their lips. 4. Be sure of the identity of your target before you shoot. Many useful and harmless species of wildlife are thoughtlessly killed by the uninformed person who is out with a gun to kill whatever flies within range. S1. In what respect does the author think individual outdoor sports are similar to athletic contests? S2. A person who goes out fishing with a fishing rod or hunting with a gun is not necessarily ________. S3. What‟s the most important thing a true sportsman should bear in mind when he goes fishing or hunting ________. S4. Those who violate the fish and game laws will not be ________ for membership in the sportsmanship fraternity. S5. What are people called when they break the bag limit and boast about their big catch? S6. A true sportsman will not shoot an animal which is not ________. S7. What are people advised to do before they remove illegal or undersized fish from the hook? S8. What should sportsman do to avoid killing rare species of wildlife? Part V Writing (30 minutes) Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write a short essay in honor of teachers on the occasion of Teacher‟s Day. You should write at least 120 words following the outline given below: 1. 向老师致以节日祝贺向老师致以节日祝贺2. 从一件难忘的事回忆老师的教诲和无私的奉献3. 我如何回报老师的关爱我如何回报老师的关爱答案答案Part I Listening Comprehension 1. D 2. C 3. B 4. D 5. A 6. A 7. C 8. B 9. C 10. D 11. D 12. A 13. B 14. C 15. A 16. B 17. B 18. A 19. C 20. B Part II Reading Comprehension 21. C 22. A 23. B 24. C 25. A 26. B 27. D 28. D 29. A 30. C 31. B 32. D 33. C 34. B 35. A 36. B 37. A 38. C 39. D 40. D Part III 41. B 42. D 43. C 44. A 45. B 46. C 47. A 48. D 49. A 50. B 51. A 52. C 53. B 54. D 55. D 56. A 57. C 58. D 59. B 60. D 61. A 62. C 63. D 64. B 65. A 66. D 67. A 68. D 69. B 70. C Part IV Short Answer Questions S1. Both of them are in common with sportsmanship S2. a sportsman S3. To obey the law. S4. qualified S5. A game hog. S6. moving S7. To wet their hands. S8. They should know the identity of the target. 2005年6月四级听力原文月四级听力原文1. W: Simon, oh, well, could you return the tools I lend you for building the bookshelf last month? M: Oh, I hate to tell you this, but I can‟t seem to find them.Q: What do we learn from the conversation? 2. W: I found an expensive diamond ring in the restroom this morning. M: If I were you, I would turn it in to the security office. It is behind the administration building. Q: What does the man suggest the woman do? 3. W: I am going to Martha‟s house. I have a paper to complete. And I need to use her computer. could save. M: Why don‟t you buy one yourself? Think how much time you Q: What does the man suggest the woman do? 4. W: Daddy, I have decided to give up science and go to business school. M: Well, it is your choice as long as pay your own way, but I should warn you that not everyone with a business degree will make a successful manager. Q: What do we learn from the conversation? 5. W: I just read in the newspaper that Lord of the Rings is this year‟s greatest hit. Why don‟t we go and see it at the Grand Cinema? way? M: Don‟t you think that cinema is a little out of the Q: What does the man mean? 。

2005年1月四级答案Section A1.D) The man used to own a car2.A) Tony should continue taking the course.3.A) She has to study for the exam.4.C) They will continue to exist along with on-line education.5.B) Most students find a job by reading advertisements.6.D) Finish his assignment.7.C) Some of the students are not on the professor's list.8.B) She's modest about her success in the contest.9.C) Reading newspapers.10.A) They shouldn't change their plan.Section B Compound DictationS1. quality S2. investigated S3. value S4. familiarS5. recommend S6. perhaps S7. additionalS8. Equivalent German models tend to be heavier and slightly less easy to use.S9. Similarly, it is smaller than most of its competitors, thus fitting easily into a pocket or a handbag.S10. The only problem was slight awkwardness in loading the film.PartⅡ Reading Comprehension11.A) shorten the duration of the illness12.D) over-the-counter drugs can be taken to ease the misery caused by a cold or the flu13.C) one should take medicine upon catching the disease14.B) A high temperature15.A) are advised not to give them aspirin16.C) Japanese preschool education emphasizes academic instruction17.B) group experience18.D) shaping children's character19.C) lighten children's study load20.D) They can have better chances of getting a first-rate education.21.D) the US is the major source of lead pollution in arctic snow22.B) was enforced by law23.D) By comparing the chemical compositions of leaded gasoline used in various countries.24.A) forests get rid of lead pollution faster than expected25.C) still consider lead pollution a problem26.B) They usually ignore the effect of exercise on losing weight.27.B) they find it hard to exercise while on a diet28.B) partially believe diet plays a supporting role in weight reduction29.C) Weight reduction is impossible without exercise.30.D) To show the most effective way to lose weight.Part Ⅲ Vocabulary31.B) clumsy 32.B) career 33.C) register 34.D) put aside35.C) exhausted 36.B) evaluate 37.A) slender 38.C) accompany 39.B) conscious 40.B) slightest 41.D) affection 42.D) temporary43.A) Above all 44.C) contributed 45.B) range 46.D) count on47.C) manually 48.A) loosen 49.C) inference 50.D) particular51.B) figures 52.A) exception 53.B) rank 54.A) illustrated55.D) afford 56.B) constant 57.C) involving 58.D) Tame59.A) resign 60.D) insuredPart IV Cloze61. C)way 62. A)save 63. B)to 64. C)simple65. D)think 66. B)best 67. B)whose 68. C)in69. B)takes 70. D)model 71. B)make 72. A)adopt73. D)keep 74. B)possession 75. A)run 76. A)appliance77. B)purpose 78. C)item 79. A)what 80. D)from2005年1月四级听力文本1. Woman: You've sold your car. You don't need one?Man: Not really. I've never liked drive anyway. Now we'd moved to a place near the subway. We can get about quite convenientlyQ: What do we learn from the conversation?2. Man: I'm going to drop my information science class. It meets too early in the morning.Woman: Is that really the good reason to drop the class, Tony?Q: What does the woman mean?3. Woman: If you aren't doing anything particular, shall we see the new play at the grand theater tonight?Man: Sounds great. But I've got to (必须) go over my notes for tomorrow's midterm.Q: What does the woman imply?4. Man: what do you think of the prospects for online education? Is it going to replace the traditional school?Woman: I doubt it. Schools are here to stay. Because they are much more than just book learning. Even though more and more kids are going online, I believe fewer of them will quit school altogether.Q: what does the woman think of the conventional schools (常规学校) ?5: M: How do most students find a job after they graduate?W: They usually look for a job by searching the Want Ads (<口>招聘广告, 征求广告) in the newspapers.Q: What does the woman mean?6. M: Ellen is in the basement, trying to repair the washing machine.W: Shouldn't he be working on his term paper?Q: What does woman think Ellen should do?7. W: Prof. Newman, a few of us at the back didn't get the copy of your reading assignment.M: Well, there r only 38 names on my class list. And I didn't bring any spare copies.Q: What do we learn from the conversation?8. M: Congratulations, Liming, you are the talk of the town at the pride of our class now.W: If you are referring to my winning of the English speech contest, I don't think it's such a big deal. You know I've spent 2 summer vacations learning English in Canada.Q: what do we learn about Liming from the conversation?9. M: Would you pass me the sports section please?W:Sure, If you give me the classified ads (分类广告) and local-news section.Q: What are the speakers doing?10. W: If the weather is this hot tomorrow, we may as well（还是... 为好）give up the idea of playing tennis in the afternoon.M: Oh. I don't think it'll last long. The weather forecast says it will cloud-over by mid afternoon。