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《高级英语》期末考试试卷附答案B卷一、单项选择题(每题2分，共20分)。

1. I was _ _ in a small countryside in China.A. brought upB. bring upC. raised upD. raise up2. These students have little _ _for how others look at them.A. thinkingB. thoughtC. concernD. consideration3. The foreign teachers usually have their meals at the school _ _.A. libraryB. labC. bookshopD. canteen4. An overseas student studies _ _.A. aboardB. abroadC. at seaD. at home5. Chinese martial arts are_ _ great interest _______ many foreigners.A. in ... toB. of ... toC. in ... inD. of ... in6. The food in the canteen is_ _.A. delightedB. detailedC. decidedD. delicious7. The morning flight is _ _ to us as we will arrive in time to attend the afternoon meeting.A. directB. quickC. suitableD. inclusive8. Are there still tickets _ _ on the morning flight to Shenzhen?A. freeB. suitableC. availableD. ready9. Miss Yang is likely to be _ _ for promotion.A. sentB. recommendedC. advisedD. reported10. Technicians with good skills are always_ _.A. on the demandB. on demandC. in the demandD. in demand二、请在横线处填入括号中引导词的正确词态(每题2分，共20分) 。

重庆市2023-2024学年高一上学期期末考试英语试题姓名：__________班级：__________考号：__________题号一二三四五总分评分一、阅读理解（共15小题，每小题2.5分，满分37.5分）阅读理解Dance ClassesBalletStudents will focus on the use of proper ballet items,learning more knowledge of ballet techniques and improving skills for classical ballet practice.The class is a formal ballet class.Age8-10September7,2019-May16,202010:30am-12:00am on SaturdayCreative MoversStudents can explore creative movement,balance,and the development of skills.The class helps build strength, flexibility and self-confidence,and allows children to realize expression in a positive and encouraging environment. Children use their imagination to celebrate movement and have lots of fun.Age3-5September7,2019-January18,20209:00am-9:45am on SaturdayJazzJazz includes movements from both classical ballet and dance techniques.This class will focus on traditional jazz dance.Students will be introduced to jazz-style movements.We invite all students to participate in a sample(示例) class.Students and parents work with program staff to meet students'personal dance goals.Age5-6September72019-May16.20202:00pm-3:00pm on SaturdayHip HopStudents will be introduced to several different aspects of hip hop dance including popping,locking,breaking and tutting in a high-energy environment.Our hip hop teachers are highly knowledgeable and will provide students with a wonderful view of hip hop dance.Age7-10September7,2019-May16,20201:00pm-2:00pm on Sunday1．Which class is suitable for4-year-old children?A．Ballet.B．Creative Movers.C．Jazz.D．Hip Hop.2．What can students do in the jazz class?A．Get to know jazz-style movements.B．Learn the long history of jazz.C．Dance with famous modern jazz dancers.D．Make use of all the ballet items.3．What is special about the hip hop class?A．It is open in the afternoon.B．It teaches traditional dances.C．It is available on Sunday.D．It has the most skilled teachers.阅读理解Amy,a senior design manager at Lego,now runs a team of10designers at Lego's headquarters in Denmark.The company has been one of the world's most popular toy-makers and last year saw its fastest sales growth in five years. The"dream job"in Denmark led to the opportunity to be a judge on a TV show in the US.As a child growing up in a village near Glasgow,she never dreamed of being a fashion designer or a toy designer.She was not a Lego fan as a child."I played with Lego with my brother when we were kids,"she said."When we were really little,we had the big box of bricks(积木).But as I got a little bit older,I Lego.I felt there wasn't anything interesting for me.""It wasn't until I joined the company that I really got back into it.But we take that into account and think how we can create Lego experiences for kids,adults,and everyone over the world,so that everyone can find something that is related to them.Every time I got a project,I would always change it to something fun,playful and creative.I always loved being creative and also really loved maths."And her advice to new Lego designers was to get building."Creativity is the key and being hands-on with the bricks,"she said."Whenever you can get ideas out,just do it.Whenever you can get your hands on the bricks,build, build,build.""And if you are picking your education,I think certainly pick something that is based on design.The more creative,the better and we are open to everyone."4．What do we know about Amy?A．She is a judge in a court.B．She is a senior sales manager.C．She has done a great job at Lego.D．She used to be a fashion designer.5．What do the underlined words"fell out of"in Paragraph3mean?A．Gave up.B．Got into.C．Turned out.D．Went for.6．What can be inferred from Amy's advice to the new designers?A．The more creative,the better.B．Actions speak louder than words.C．The key to success is preparation.D．Both action and creativity are important.7．Which of the following best describes Amy as a designer?A．Average.B．Experienced.C．Negative.D．Reasonable.阅读理解Somalia,Kenya,and now Ethiopia are warning of a serious drought(干旱)that affects millions of people in Eastern Africa.In Ethiopia's Somali area,people have seen the failures of what should have been three straight rainy seasons.Droughts do come and go over the years.However,the lack of rainfall has led to the driest conditions in40 years in parts of Somalia and Ethiopia.UNICEF is the United Nation's children's agency.Local Zaynab Wali told a visiting team with UNICEF that she and her seven children had never seen a drought like this.She said the government gave out food for animals during the last drought five years ago."This time,we even don't have enough food for our family."Children walk among the bodies of dead animals,which died from lack of food and energy.Somalia Consortium works to improve international aid for Somalia.It said in a separate statement that in Somalia,more than7million people need emergency help.It is asking international organizations to give much more to the country."We are just one month into the long dry season,and I have already lost25goats and sheep,"Hafsa Bedel in Ethiopia's Somali area told UNICEF.She also lost four camels,a large desert animal,as well.She said there was nowhere for her animals to eat.She added that there was not enough food for her own family,including her six children.UNICEF thinks that more than150,000children in such areas of Ethiopia have dropped out of school.They are needed to help find the limited amount of water and help their families with other work.One young boy was seen supporting an animal,a donkey.The donkey was once important for carrying goods.But now,it had become too weak to walk on its own.8．Why did Zaynab Wali mention the last drought?A．To show the need to protect animals.B．To express her disappointment this time.C．To prove the high frequency of drought.D．To praise the government for its timely help.9．What is Somalia Consortium trying to do now?A．Get more foreign help.B．Warn people of the risk of drought.C．Offer more education to the children there.D．Make clear the number of people in need.10．What does the last paragraph mainly want to tell us?A．The sweet picture of the boy and the animal.B．The functions of animals in farming.C．The importance of taking care of the weak animal.D．The seriousness of the drought.11．Which is the most suitable title for the text?A．Drought in Eastern Africa Leaves Animals in DangerB．Drought Makes People of Eastern Africa Leave Their HomeC．UN Officials Care for Children Affected by DroughtD．Millions Face Risk as Drought Affects Eastern Africa阅读理解When you visit Kinderdijk,one of the most visited villages in the Netherlands,you step right into the middle of Dutch history.Kinderdijk lies in the Alblasserwaard,where the Lek and Noord rivers meet together.Much of the village is near or even below sea level.Although there are canals and dykes(堤坝),the lowlands of the village are still at risk of flooding(洪灾).Among the most deadly floods was Saint Elisabeth's flood in1421,which killed thousands after the dykes broke in several places.To deal with this kind of problem,the Kinderdijk windmills(风车)were built around 1740to move water from the lower areas to higher ground and into the river.Nineteen of the20Kinderdijk windmills remain and were named a UNESCO World Heritage(遗产)Site in1997. Of the19windmills,16still have millers who live inside and control the huge sails(翼板)in the wind.These windmills continue to help manage the Netherlands ongoing fight to stay above water.For tourists,boat tours are offered along the canals and walkways lead from the visitor center to the windmills. Two windmills serve as museums,filled with old millers'items and photos.You can climb up inside to see how the windmills work.The windmills also are working,so be prepared to feel the whole building shake when the sails turn in the wind.Each year,about500,000people visit the Kinderdijk windmills and the buildings have become a must-see on any trip to the Netherlands.There are some windmills north of Amsterdam that"were built for tourists,but we're a historical site where tourists come,so it's the other way around,"says Kinderdijk communications manager Peter Paul Klapwijk."Tourism is a good way to support our site."12．Why were the Kinderdijk windmills built around1740?A．To protect dykes.B．To produce clean water.C．To prevent floods.D．To keep the sea level from rising.13．What can we learn about Kinderdijk windmills?A．Most of them are working as before.B．Most of them have become museums.C．Several of them have been sold to millers.D．Several of them were destroyed long ago.14．How does Peter Paul Klapwijk feel about so many tourists visiting the windmills?A．Fearful.B．Worried.C．Excited.D．Surprised.15．What does the text mainly introduce?A．The history of Kinderdijk B．A famous historical siteC．An amazing village of canals D．The traditions of the Netherlands二、任务型阅读（共5小题：每小题2.5分，满分12.5分）阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。

试卷类型：A 考试形式：闭卷PART I Write a summary. This summary should include the main points in your own words with no more than 200 words. (40%)In his essay “Children Must be Taught to Tell Right from Wrong,” William Kilpatrick argues fervently that the “decis ion-making”approach to the moral education of American youth, which replaced “character education” 25 years ago, has prevented juveniles from behaving and thinking in accordance with the traditional moral principles that are fundamental to American society. According to Kilpatrick, decision-making methods instill in students a wrong belief that all norms of morality are subjective constructs with only relative truth in them and therefore can be interpreted flexibly and even questioned. This belief deprives them of the chance to secure solid moral standards and induces misconceptions about what should be clearly right or wrong.In parallel with this inadequacy of the “decision-making” approach are the unexpected outcomes of those values-education programs fo cusing on students’ self-esteem that subscribe to the “non-judgmental” mindset dominating “decision-making” curriculums. Their mistaken assumption that feeling good warrants morality excuses students from criticizing and disciplining their own behaviors.Basing his conclusion on his analysis of the fundamental flaws of the decision-making approach, Kilpatrick finally proposes an immediate shift back to character education which he believes teaches morality more effectively by emphasizing practice instead of discussion.PART Ⅱ. Read the following poem and write the theme of the poem and your afterthoughts on the answer sheet. (30%)Theme of the poem: The poem is set in the woods and the speaker here is the stranger who stopped there, admiring what his eyes saw, the beautiful view. In the opening stanza, the poet wonders about owner of the woods and thinks he knows him.The stranger is in the woods and has a horse who thinks its weird that its owner has stopped in a place that does not have a farmhouse , but a place that is in between the woods and the frozen lake. The woods are cold, dark, silent, lifeless and deep. He is the only person there and can hear the “sweep of easy wind and downy flake”. The stranger wants to stay there but he cannot since he has to go back, to where he came from.Afterthoughts: open二、Reading Comprehension. (20%)1-5 DACBA 6-10 CDBBB三、Fast Reading. (10%)11-15 CADCC 16-20 BCDBA高级英语阅读期末考试答案第1 页共 1 页。

Reading 1: This is Water1. What’s the point of the fish story?The immediate point of the fish story is that the most obvious, ubiquitous, important realities are often the ones that are the hard est to see and talk about. 2. What is our natural default-setting, according to Wallace? Do you agree with him? If yes, give examples; if no, exampl es too, please.I am the absolute center of the universe, the real est, most vivid and important person in existence.Yes, I do. The worl d as you experience it is right there in front of you, or behind you, to the l eft or right of you, on your TV, or your monitor, or whatever. Other peopl e’s thoughts and feelings how to be communicated to you somehow, but your own are so immediate, urgent, real.3. Is it possible for us to adjust our natural default-setting? If yes, how? And by the way, why should we adjust it?A: Yes, it is. We shoul d pay attention to what’s going on insid e me and stay alert and attentive instead of getting hypnotized by the constant monologue insid e your own head. what’s more, we shoul d l earn how to Think and how to d ecid e.The reason why shoul d we adjust it is that thinking in the way of d efault-setting that we experience the boring, frustrating, crowed parts of adult life.B: Yes, it is. Learning how to think------Learning how to exercise some control over how and what you think. It means being conscious and aware enough to choose what you pay attention to and to choose how you construct meaning from experience. If we d on’t adjust it, we will be total ly nosed.4. What does it mean by ‘learn ing how to think’? And what is the justifiable way to think?Learning how to think really means l earning how to exercise some control over how and what you think. It means being conscious and aware enough to choose what you pay attention to and to choose how you construct meaning from experience.5. What is the meaning of college education? Do you agree? If yes, further explains please, if no, define your meaning of college education and further illustrate it.Coll ege education is that it enabl es my tend ency to over-intell ectualize stuff, to get l ost in abstract argument insid e our head instead of simply paying attention to what’s going on right in front of us.6. What did Wallace refer to as ' the work of choosing'?A:When you are going through petty, frustrating craps, you need to make a conscious choice of how to think and what to pay attention to.B：Make a conscious decision about how to think and what to pay attention to.7. What is the only True matter of the long, lonely 'day in and day out'?B：The only thing what’s capitally true is that you get to d ecid e how you are going to try to see it. You get to consciously decid e what has meaning and whatd oes not. You get to d ecide what to worship.8. Why did Wallace suggest the graduating seniors to worship some spiritual things instead of anything else, say money and power?An outstanding reason for choosing some sort of spiritual things to worship is that pretty much anything else you worship will eat you alive.9. How did Wallace define the real important freedom and if you would like to, please give your definition of freedom.The really important kind of freed om involves attention, awareness, discipline, effort, and being abl e truly abl e to care about other people and to sacrifice for them, over and over, in my pretty little unsexy ways, every day.10. Finally, what is water?The most obvious, important realities are the hard est to see and talk about. Reading 2: Moon Landing Faked.1. Why pathological explanations cannot be sufficiently used to explain conspiracy theories?Because conspiracy theories are not just the implausibl e visions of a paranoid minority. There are so many peopl e coming to believe in it.并不是少数妄想狂的难以置信的幻觉。

高级英语考试题库及答案一、选择题（每题2分，共20分）1. The company has announced that it will ________ its new product line next month.A. launchB. landC. branchD. brand2. Despite the heavy rain, the match was not ________.A. called offB. put offC. taken offD. given off3. The new policy aims to ________ the gap between the rich and the poor.A. bridgeB. edgeC. ridgeD. sedge4. She ________ the opportunity to study abroad, but she decided to stay with her family.A. turned downB. turned overC. turned inD. turned up5. The professor's lecture was so ________ that it left a deep impression on the students.A. monotonousB. tediousC. engagingD. dull6. The company is expected to ________ its profits by 20% this year.A. escalateB. depreciateC. mitigateD. amortize7. The artist's work was ________ by the critics for its originality and depth.A. dismissedB. deridedC. acclaimedD. vilified8. The negotiations were ________ due to a lack of common ground.A. adjournedB. abortedC. suspendedD. concluded9. The government has decided to ________ the controversial bill.A. vetoB. endorseC. repealD. table10. The patient's condition has ________; he is now stable.A. deterioratedB. fluctuatedC. improvedD. worsened二、填空题（每题2分，共20分）1. The ________ of the project was delayed due to bad weather. [答案] completion2. She has a ________ memory and can recall events from her childhood vividly.[答案] photographic3. The company is seeking to ________ its market share in the electronics industry.[答案] expand4. The ________ of the old factory site has sparkedcontroversy among local residents.[答案] demolition5. The ________ of the new software will be announced at the upcoming conference.[答案] release6. The ________ of the suspect was swift, thanks to the efficient work of the police.[答案] apprehension7. The ________ of the old bridge was a significant event in the town's history.[答案] inauguration8. The ________ of the disease has been linked to genetic factors.[答案] onset9. The ________ of the company's new strategy will be crucial to its success.[答案] implementation10. The ________ of the ancient city has been a topic of great interest among historians.[答案] excavation三、阅读理解题（每题3分，共30分）[文章省略]1. What is the main topic of the passage?A. The history of the cityB. The impact of urban developmentC. The benefits of public transportationD. The challenges of environmental conservation2. According to the passage, what is one of the negative effects of urban sprawl?A. Increased traffic congestionB. Improved air qualityC. Enhanced community cohesionD. Reduced crime rates3. What does the author suggest as a solution to the problem of urban sprawl?A. Building more highwaysB. Encouraging public transportationC. Implementing stricter zoning lawsD. Promoting suburban living4. What is the author's opinion on the role of public transportation in urban areas?A. It is an essential component of urban planning.B. It is too expensive to maintain.C. It is not popular among city dwellers.D. It is not effective in reducing traffic.5. What is the primary purpose of the passage?A. To inform readers about urban developmentB. To persuade readers to support public transportationC. To entertain readers with humorous anecdotesD. To critique the current state of urban planning6. What does the author argue is the most significant factor contributing to urban sprawl?A. The desire for more living spaceB. The lack of public transportation optionsC. The influence of real estate developersD. The need for more commercial areas7. According to the passage, what is one benefit of having a well-developed public transportation system?A. It reduces the need for personal vehicles.。

东 北 大 学秦 皇 岛 分 校课程名称： 高 级 英 语 试卷： A 考试形式： 闭 卷授课专业： 考试日期： 试卷：共 7 页I. Reading Comprehension (20*1%=20%).Requirements: You ’re required to read Passage 1~3 in depth and skim & scan Passage 4~6 and answer questions on your answer sheet. Passage 1I was born in Tuckahoe, Talbot Country, Maryland. I have no accurate knowledge of my age, never having seen any authentic record containing it. By far the larger part of the slaves knows as little of their age as horses know of theirs, and it is the wish of most masters within my knowledge to keep their slaves thus ignorant. I do not remember having ever met a slave who could tell of his birthday. They seldom come nearer to it than planting-time, harvesting, springtime, or falltime. A lack of information concerning my own was a source of unhappiness to me even during childhood. The white children could tell their ages, I could not tell why I ought to be deprived of the same privilege. I was not allowed to make any inquires of my master concerning it. He considered all such inquires on the part of a slave improper and impertinent. The nearest estimate I can give makes me now between twenty-seven and twenty-eight years of age. I come to this, from hearing my master say, some time during 1835, I was about seventeen years old. My mother was named Harriet Bailey. She was the daughter of Isaac and Betsey Bailey, both colored, and quite dark.My mother was of a darker complexion than either my grandmother or grandfather.My father was a white man. The opinion was also whispered that my master was my father; but of the correctness of this opinion, I know nothing; the means of knowing was withheld from me. My mother and I were separated when I was but an infant-before I knew her as my mother. It is a common custom, in the part of Maryland from which I ran away, to part children from their mothers at a veryearly age. Frequently, before the child has reached its twelfth month, its mother is taken from it, and hired out on some farm a considerable distance off, and the child is placed under the care of an older woman, too old for field labor. For what this separation is done, I do not know, unless it was to hinder the development of the child's affection towards its mother.1. The author did not know exactly when he was born because ______ A. he did not know who his mother was. B. there was no written evidence of it. C. his master did not tell his father.D. nobody on his farm knew anything about it. 2. In the mid-nineteenth century, slaves often ______ A. marked their birthdays by the season. B. did not really care how old they were.C. forgot the exact time when they were born.D. pretended not to know each other's birthdays. 3. The author ’s mother told him ______ A. his father was black. B. his father was white. C. nothing about his father. D. his master was his father.4. According the passage, when the author was very young his mother ______ A. ran away.B. was light-skinnedC. had several children.D. was sent to work elsewhere.5. The author had not spent much time with his ______ A. mother. B. master. C. grandfather. D. grandmother.6. The author was most probably raised ______ A. by his grandparents. B. by an old woman slave. C. with his master ’s support. D. together with other children.装订线装 订 线 内 不 要 答 题学 号姓 名班 级Passage 2When Franklin D. Roosevelt was elected President of the United States in 1932, not only the United States but also the rest of the world was in the throes of an economic depression. Following the termination of World War I, Britain and the United States at first experienced a boom in industry. Called the Roaring Twenties, the 1920s ushered in a number of things -- prosperity, greater equality for women in the work world, rising consumption, and easy credit. The outlook for American business was rosy.October 1929 was a month that had catastrophic economic reverberations worldwide. The American stock market witnessed the ―Great Crash‖, as it is called, and the temporary boom in the American economy came to a standstill. Stock prices sank, and panic spread. The ensuing unemployment figure soared to 12 million by 1932.Germany in the postwar years suffered from burdensome compensation it was obliged to pay to the Allies. The country's industrial capacity had been greatly diminished by the war. Inflation, political instability, and high unemployment were factors helpful to the growth of the initial Nazi party. Germans had lost confidence in their old leaders and heralded the arrival of a messiah-like figure who would lead them out of their economic wilderness. Hitler promised jobs and, once elected, kept his promise by providing employment in the party, in the newly expanded army, and in munitions factories.Roosevelt was elected because he promised a ―New Deal‖ to lift the United States out of the doldrums of the depression. Following the principles advocated by Keynes, a British economist, Roosevelt collected the spending capacities of the federal government to provide welfare, work, and agricultural aid to the millions of down-and-out Americans. Elected President for four terms because of his innovative policies, Roosevelt succeeded in dragging the nation out of the depression before the outbreak of World War II.7.Which of the following was NOT true at the time Roosevelt was elected?A. Stock prices were recovering slowly.B. The nation was in a deep depression.C. There were 12 million unemployed workers.D. The nation needed help from the federal government.8.The ―Great Crash‖ in the passage refers to _____.A. the end of World War IB. the Great DepressionC. high unemployment figuresD. a slump in the stock market9.We can infer that the author of this passage _____.A. disapproves of Roosevelt's ―New Deal‖B. thinks the Depression could have been avoidedC. blames the Depression on the ―Great Crash‖D. feels there was some similarity between Roosevelt and Hitler10.The best title for the passage is _____.A. The TwentiesB. The Great CrashC. The DepressionD. The End of World War IPassage 3In most sectors of the economy, it is the seller who attempts to attract a potential buyer with various induction of price, quality and utility, and it is the buyer who makes the decision. In the health care industry, however, the doctor-patient relationship is the mirror image of the ordinary relationship between producer and consumer, Once an individual has chosen to see a physician, the physician usually makes all significant purchasing decisions: whether the patient should return ―next Wednesday‖, whether X-rays are needed, whether drugs should be prescribed, etc.This is particularly significant in relation to hospital care. The physician must certify the need for hospitalization, determine what procedures will be performed, and announce when the patient may be discharged. The patient may be consulted about some of these decisions, but in the main it is the doctor’s judgments that are final. Little wonder then that in the eyes of the hospital it is the physician who is the real ―consumer‖. As a consequence, the medical staff represents the ―power-center‖ in hospital policy and decision-making, not the administration.Although usually there are in this situation four identifiable participants, the physician, the hospital, the patient and the prayer (generally an insurance carrier or government), the physician makes the essential decision for all of them. The hospital becomes an extension of the physicians; the payer generally meets most of the bonafide (真正的) bills generated by the physician/hospital and for the most part, the patient plays a passive role. In routine or minor illnesses, or just plain worries, the patient’s options are of course much greater with respect to use and price. But in illnesses that are of some significance, such choice tends to evaporate. And it is for these illnesses that the bulk of the health care dollar is spent. We estimate that about 75-80 percent of health care expenditures are determined by physicians, not patients. For this reason, economy measures directed at patient or thegeneral or the general public are relatively ineffective.11.The author’s primary purpose is to _________.A. criticize doctors for exercising too much control over patientsB. analyze some important economic factors in health careC. urge hospitals to reclaim their decision-making authorityD. inform potential patients of their health care rights12.It can be inferred that doctors are able to determine hospital policiesbecause ________.A. it is doctors who generate income for the hospitalB. most of a patient’s bills are paid by his health insuranceC. hospital administrators lack the expertise to question medical decisionsD. a doctor is ultimately responsible for a patient’s health13.According to the author, when a doctor tells a patient to ―return nextWednesday,‖ the doctor is in fact _________.A. taking advantage of the patient’s concern for his healthB. instructing the patient to buy more medical servicesC. warning the patient that a hospital stay might be necessaryD. advising the patient to seek a second opinion14.The author is most probably leading up to a (n) _________.A. proposal to control medical costsB. discussions of new medical treatmentC. analysis of the causes of inflation in the United StatesD. comparison of hospitals and factories15.The tone of the passage can best be described as _________.A. arbitraryB. faultfindingC. analyticalD. inquisitive Passage 4First read the following questions. The text below is a selection from a leaflet.16.If you want to know something about Stanislavski methods, you shouldattend the activity on ____A.10 May.B. 24 June.C. 9 July.D. 9 June.17.The workshops are arranged for ____.A. students withoutB. NT Education membersC. teachers onlyD. students with ID Now scan the text quickly and answer the questions.Education EventsPlease do not use the new booking formfor the following two events; pleasebook in person or on 071-928 2252.STOP PRESSThe William Poel Festival10 May Olivier 2.00-4.15pmAn annual dramatic verse speakingevent, established by Dame Edith Evansin memory of the actor-director WilliamPoel. Students from the accrediteddrama schools perform duologues fromElizabethan / Jacobean Dramaticliterature. Arranged with the Society forTheatre Research. ￡3.5Some Places Still Available …Mr. A’s Amazing Maze Plays 12 June2-4pmOnly for children who have alreadyseen the production.A practical drama workshop on theplay. ￡5New Education EventsMacbeth 24 June 10.30am-5pm.For English or Drama teachers whoplan see the production.Thisworkshop aims to provide teachers withan insight into the production and itsworking methods.￡36 (includes matinee ticket)Brecht Workshop26 June 1 p.m. –6.30 p.m.For teachers of Drama & English.The aim of this one day workshop is togive an insight into the work of Brecht,as well as offering practical exercisesand approaches for use with students.With reference to Mother Courage.￡30Stanislavski Workshop9/10 July1 p.m. -- 6.30 p.m.For teachers of Drama & TheatreStudies. A practical two-day workshop,Chekhov’s The Cherry Orchard. Onlyfor teachers who have not taken part ina previous Stanislavski course at theNational.￡60.Young Student CardA free card for students without ID,which enables the holder to buy StudentStandby tickets (only￡5.50-- see pp18/19). To obtain cards teachers mustwrite to the Mailing Department at theNational. To be eligible,teachers/students must be NTEducation members.Royal National Theatre / W H SmithInteractThis scheme makes workshopsavailable to schools and colleges allover the UK, at an affordable price. Fora copy of the Interact leaflet please sendan SAE to the Education Department.For more information please ring theled by Richard Hahlo, looking at theway actors apply Stanislavski methodsto next and character. With reference toInteract direct line 071-928 5214.Passage 5First read the questions.18.The purpose of the letter is to ____A. show travellers their hospitality.B. prevent ill will.C. encourage travellers to stay.D. inform the travellers of their rate increases.Now, go through the text quickly and answer the question.GRAND CAY HOTELNottingham-Darby Stockbridge Lane NC 125 FQTelephone: (06362) 04183Telex: 585746 Dear Traveller,In attempting to provide the best service possible for our guests, we’ve been faced with a problem. More and more often, it seems, people are engaging hotel accommodations without prior booking, and leaving without settling their accounts.These ―silent departures‖have caused us —and other hotels as well —substantial cash losses. So far, at Grand Cay we’ve been able to absorb these losses without passing their cost on to our guests in the form of increased prices. But we’re approaching our limit.So, in order to prevent further losses of this sort, and to keep our prices as low as possible in this time of inflation, we are asking that — any person desiring overnight accommodation without a prior confirmed booking, please pay in advance the full cost of the accommodation.Only by the introduction of such safeguards can the problem be alleviated. Please understand our position, and know that the service we will provide you will continue to be the best we can humanly offer.Many thanks,Godfrey BillinghamGeneral Manager Passage 6First read the questions.19.According to the notes, for visitors, National Trust properties are not open ____A. on Saturdays.B. on Sundays.C. on Good Fridays.D. on Bank holidays.20.We learn from the notes, reduced rates are given to ____A. the handicapped.B. unescorted children.C. senior citizens.D. pre-arranged groups of visitors.Now go through the text quickly and answer the questions.NOTES FOR VISITORS TO NATIONAL TRUST PROPERTIES1. Children under seventeen and accompanied by an adult are welcome at half price. If unaccompanied they are admitted at the discretion of the Trust; children under five admitted free. (Children over 3 are charged at Wimpole Home Farm.)Prams, pushchairs and back packs are not allowed inside Trust Houses. Please check with the property before the visit. Most Houses provide baby slings.2. Car parking is free unless otherwise stated.3. Dogs: the Trust regrets that dogs are not allowed in Houses, Restaurants, Shops and Gardens (with the exception of guide dogs for the blind). In Parks dogs must be under proper control.4. Disabled visitors: many of the properties in this leaflet are accessible to visitors in wheelchairs, and are suitable for escorted visually handicapped visitors. Please check with the property before making a visit; special parking arrangements are often available.5. Parties of 15 or more visitors are welcome at reduced rates provided their visit is prearranged with the person responsible at each property.6. All houses are closed on Good Friday.For further information please contact the Regional Public Affairs Manager at Blickling. Norwich, NR 11 6 NF, telephone (0263) 733471.II. Vocabulary and Structure (30×0.5%=15%).21.When Tom insulted the referee, he _____ by ordering him off the field.A. repliedB. retortedC. resolvedD. responded22.Helen Keller’s _____ over deafness, blindness, and muteness was a miracle.A. improvementB. successC. advanceD. triumph23.International _____ should be reduced when this agreement is signed.A. pressureB. nervousnessC. tensionD. strain24.In spite of the heavy snow and hard rain, the buses still ran on _____.A. listB. planC. arrangementD. schedule21-25 DDCDC 26-30 BCCDD 31-35 BABAD36-40 AABBC 41-45 CAADC 46-50 ABACA25.Only a few people have _____ to the full facts of the case.A. approachB. admissionC. accessD. acquaintance26.Let me _____ the broken glass before someone walks on it.A. cover upB. clear upC. wash upD. spring up27.It is _____ of him to put everything in disorder in the room. He is so peculiar.A. unconsciousB. awareC. typicalD. unkind28.John was young, _____, he was equal to this important task.A. thereforeB. moreoverC. neverthelessD. hence29.Air is composed of _____ gases including hydrogen, oxygen and carbondioxide.A. variedB. variantC. variableD. various30.You can’t let the situation get worse. You must take _____.A. decisionsB. sidesC. directionsD. steps31.It’s difficult to _____ with the knowledge that he is a failure.A. feedB. liveC. stayD. get onlions of workers were on the streets in the greatest _____ of working classsolidarity this country has ever seen.A. demonstrationB. explanationC. presentationD. communication33.For many patients, institutional care is the most ______ and beneficial form ofcare.A. pertinentB. appropriateC. acuteD. persistent34.Among all the changes resulting from the ______ entry of women into the work force,the transformation that has occurred in the women themselves is not the least important.A. massiveB. quantitativeC. surplusD. formidable35.Mr. Smith became very ______ when it was suggested that he had made a mistake.A. ingeniousB. empiricalC. objectiveD. indignant36.Rumours are everywhere, spreading fear, damaging reputations, and turning calmsituations into ______ ones.A. turbulentB. tragicC. vulnerableD. suspicious37.Fiber-optic cables can carry hundreds of telephone conversations ______.A. simultaneouslyB. spontaneouslyC. homogeneouslyD. contemporarily38.The police were alerted that the escaped criminal might be in the ______.A. vainB. vicinityC. courtD. jail39.Whether you live to eat or eat to live, food is a major ______ in every family’s budget.A. nutritionB. expenditureC. routineD. provision40.Now a paper in Science argues that organic chemicals in the rock come mostly from______ on earth rather than bacteria on Mars.A. configurationB. condemnationC. constitutionD. contamination41.My sister’s professor had her _____ her paper many times before allowing her topresent it to the committee.A. rewrittenB. to rewriteC. rewriteD. rewriting42.Scarcely had her husband arrived home _____ his wife started complaining.A. whenB. thatC. thanD. and43.A body weighs _____ from the surface of the Earth.A. less the farther it getsB. the farther it gets, the lessC. less than it gets fartherD. less than it, the farther it gets44.You never told us why you were late for the last meeting, _____?A. weren’t youB. didn’t youC. had youD. did you45._____ it is you’ve found, you must give it back to the person it belongs to.A. ThatB. BecauseC. WhateverD. However46._____ for you help, we’d never have been able to get over the difficulties.A. Had it not beenB. If it were notC. Had it notD. if we had not been47._____ neglecting our education, my father sent my brother and me to asummer school.A. Accusing ofB. Accused ofC. That he was accused ofD. To be accused of48.The prisoner stood there _____.A. with his hands cuffedB. with his hands cuffingC. with his cuffed handsD. with his cuffing hands49.The leaders insisted on their _____ as ordinary people.A. treatingB. be treatedC. being treatedD. having treated50._____, I must do another experiment.A. Be it ever so lateB. It is ever so lateC. It be ever so lateD. So late it be everIII. Paraphrase the following sentences (5×2%=10%).51.Grandmother carried on alone for a few bars; then her voice trailed away.52.Even with the most educated and the most literate，the King’s English slips andslides in conversation．53.Let both sides seek to invoke the wonders of science instead of its terrors.54.I award this championship of ugliness to Westmoreland only after laboriousresearch and incessant prayer.55.Its habits are too uncouth for it to respond to humane treatment. Grandmother sang a few words alone and then her voice gradually grew dimmer and stopped. Even the most educated and literate people do not use standard，formal English all the time in their conversation．Let bothI have given Westmoreland the highest award for ugliness after having done a lot of hard work and research and after continuous praying.The habits of the child are so crude and uncultured that it will show no sign of improvement even if it is treated kindly and tenderly.IV. Rhetorical Devices (5×2%=10%).Requirements:Make one sentence or a group of sentences according to the following rhetorical devices.56.hyperbole57.personification58.antithesis59.metonymy60.parallelismV. Translation.Section A. Please translate the following sentences into Chinese. (5×2%=10%)61.The child has no understanding of time or interval--sometimes the door opens, and aperson, or several people, are there.62.There was not one house that was not misshapen, and there was not one house that wasnot shabby.63.Look at Petey--a knothead, a jitterbug, a guy who’ll never know where his next meal iscoming from.64.The energy, the faith, the devotion which we bring to this task will light our country andall who serve it.65.As we listen to the arguments about bilingual education today, we ought to thinkourselves back into the shoes of the Saxon peasant.Section B. Please translate the following passages into English. Your translations would be marked for the words and structures of sentences. (2×5%=10%)66.库恩（Kuhn）一生译有长篇小说12部、中篇小说（novella）34部，更重要的是，其译作中的50部被转译为其他语言。

英语专业高级英语阅读期末考试答案一、选择题1、A. The author’s attitude towards the issue of mental health is _______.本文A) supportive本文B) ambiguous本文C) critical本文D) objective答案：(A) supportive。

文章中作者多次提到“支持”和“同意”的观点，如“同意多数人的观点”、“支持这一说法”，因此可以判断作者的态度是支持的。

2、B. In the sentence “In my view, this is one of the most important aspects of education.” the author’s purpose in mentioning the importance of mathematics is to _______.本文A) express a personal opinion本文B) persuade readers to agree with him/her本文C) introduce a new idea本文D) support a conclusion with evidence答案：(C) introduce a new idea。

在句子中，作者提到“在我看来，这是教育最重要的方面之一”，这表明作者要引入一个新的想法，即数学的重要性。

因此，选项(C)是正确的。

3、D. The word “incongruity” in the sentence “The incongruity of the situation made me laugh.” is defined as _______.本文A) oddity本文B) mismatch本文C) hilarity本文D) irony。

答案：(A) oddity。

根据上下文，“incongruity”指的是一种不协调的情况，而选项中只有“oddity”符合这个意思，因此答案为(A)。

大学高级英语期末考试试题# 大学高级英语期末考试试题## Part I: Listening Comprehension (20 points)### Section A: Short Conversations (5 points)1. You will hear 5 short conversations. Listen carefully and choose the best answer from the four choices given.2. Example: What does the man mean?- A. He forgot his appointment.- B. He is not going to the meeting.- C. He is going to be late.- D. He is leaving early.### Section B: Long Conversations (5 points)1. Listen to the two long conversations and answer the questions that follow each conversation.### Section C: Passages (5 points)1. You will hear 3 passages. After each passage, you will hear some questions. Choose the best answer from the four choices given.### Section D: Dictation (5 points)1. Listen to the passage carefully and write down what you hear.## Part II: Reading Comprehension (30 points)### Section A: Reading Passages (20 points)1. Read the following passages and answer the questions by choosing the correct answer.2. Example: According to the first passage, what is the main cause of air pollution?- A. Industrial emissions.- B. Vehicle exhaust.- C. Household waste.- D. Agricultural activities.### Section B: Reading Comprehension (10 points)1. Read the passage and answer the question in your own words. ## Part III: Vocabulary and Grammar (20 points)### Section A: Vocabulary (10 points)1. Choose the word or phrase that best completes the sentence.### Section B: Grammar (10 points)1. Fill in the blanks with the correct form of the word given in brackets.## Part IV: Cloze Test (15 points)1. Read the following passage. Choose the most appropriate word or phrase for each numbered blank.## Part V: Writing (15 points)### Section A: Summary Writing (5 points)1. Read the passage provided and write a summary in no morethan 100 words.### Section B: Essay Writing (10 points)1. Write an essay of about 300 words on the following topic: - "The Impact of Social Media on Modern Society."## Instructions:- You have 120 minutes to complete the test.- Write your answers clearly and legibly.- No additional materials are allowed during the test.Note: The above content is a sample set of questions for a hypothetical advanced English final exam for university students. It is designed to test a range of skills including listening, reading, vocabulary, grammar, and writing.。

高级英语阅读试题及答案一、阅读理解（共40分，每题5分）阅读下列短文，从每题所给的四个选项（A、B、C和D）中，选出最佳选项。

AThe Internet has revolutionized the way we communicate and access information. It has transformed the world into a global village where people can connect and share ideas instantly. With just a few clicks, one can access a vast amount of knowledge and resources.1. What does the passage mainly discuss?A) The history of the Internet.B) The impact of the Internet on communication.C) The global reach of the Internet.D) The ease of accessing information through the Internet.2. According to the passage, what is the Internet's primary function?A) To connect people.B) To share ideas.C) To provide access to knowledge.D) All of the above.BIn recent years, there has been a surge in the popularity ofeco-friendly products. Consumers are becoming more aware of the environmental impact of their choices and are opting for products that are sustainable and have a lower carbon footprint. This trend is driven by a growing concern for the environment and the desire to reduce waste.3. What is the main idea of the passage?A) The increase in eco-friendly product popularity.B) The consumer's awareness of environmental impact.C) The benefits of sustainable products.D) The driving force behind the eco-friendly trend.4. What is the reason behind the trend mentioned in the passage?A) Government regulations.B) Consumer demand.C) Environmental concerns.D) Economic incentives.CArtificial intelligence (AI) has made significant strides in recent decades. It is now capable of performing tasks that were once thought to be the exclusive domain of humans, such as driving cars, diagnosing diseases, and even composing music. The advancements in AI have the potential to greatly improve our lives, but they also raise ethical and societal questions.5. What is the focus of the passage?A) The history of AI.B) The capabilities of AI.C) The ethical implications of AI.D) The societal impact of AI.6. What is one of the tasks AI is now capable of performing?A) Driving cars.B) Composing music.C) Diagnosing diseases.D) All of the above.二、完形填空（共20分，每题2分）Read the following passage and fill in the blanks with the most suitable word from the options provided.The rise of social media has had a profound effect on society. It has provided a platform for people to express theiropinions and share their experiences. However, it has also brought about a new set of challenges, such as the spread of misinformation and the potential for cyberbullying.7. The rise of social media has had a _______ effect on society.A) negativeB) profoundC) minimalD) temporary8. Social media has provided a platform for people to _______ their opinions.A) suppressB) expressC) ignoreD) challenge9. One of the challenges brought about by social media is the _______ of misinformation.A) promotionB) preventionC) spreadD) limitation10. Cyberbullying is a potential _______ of social media.A) advantageB) challengeC) benefitD) solution三、翻译（共20分，每题10分）Translate the following sentences into English.11. 随着科技的发展，我们的生活变得越来越便利。

Ⅰ. Word explanation: (30%)1. convictA. criminalB. aggressorC. captainD. captor2. plightA. conditionB. irritationC. conscienceD. objection3. putridA. clearB. religiousC. purifiedD. decaying4. infuriateA. set apart from othersB. fill with rageC. become fastenedD. keep in a certain position5. vantageA. advantageB. disadvantageC. comfortless positionD. variable situation6. perspicaciousA. determinateB. flagitiousC. keenD. prestigious7. unfathomableA. which can't be understoodB. which can be measuredC. which is not realisticD. which is not deep8. succinctlyA. successfullyB. clearlyC. obviouslyD. continuously9. derelictA. grievousB. deprivedC. abandonedD. hunted10. intoxicationA. exhilarationB. extricationC. extinctionD. extraction11. myopicA. obscureB. short-sightedC. far-reachingD. uncertain12. incarceration A. importanceB. compassionC. imprisonmentD. influence13. barbarityA. crueltyB. forgivenessC. civilizationD. commitment14.invectiveA. beautiful wordsB. facial expressionsC. convincing speechD. abusive language15. alienatA. allyB. estrangeC. uniteD. oppose16.cornyA. old fashionedB. stupidC. humorousD. opinionated17. diabolicalA. boringB. dreadfulC. interestingD. reasonable18.debrisA. small individual partsB. completely good placesC. well preserved piecesD. scattered broken pieces19. ponderousA. considerateB. thoughtfulC. heavyD. divided20. forsakeA. saveB. abandonC. supportD. benefit21. heedA. rise on feetB. strike on the headC. pay attention toD. give new life22. desistA. insist onB. ceaseC. hackleD. castrate23. immuneA. impureB. revivalC. odorousD. secure24. fracasA. appearanceB. wealthC. residenceD. fight25. pathologyA. the study of religionB. the study of philosophyC. the study of diseaseD. the study of path26. modulateA. fixB. varyC. hesitateD. speak27. illicitA. uneducatedB. unreasonableC. unlawfulD. illiterate28. slumpA. rise upB. sink downC. move onD. repeat29. subversionA. rebuildingB. successionC. destroyingD. salvage30. incredulousA. unbelievingB. increasingC. industriousD. unimprovedⅡ. Spell out the words according to the meaning.1. Something that is _______ is deliberately deceitful, dishonest or untrue.A. spontaneousB. frenziedC. fraudulentD. stultifying2. If something ____________ your skin, it cuts it badly and deeplyA. lacerateB. demolishC. scudD. shrink3. People and animals that are _________ are hostile and unfriendly.A. inimicalB. derelictC. facetiousD. aberrant4. Something that is __________ is so bad or unpleasant that it makes you feel disgust or dismay.A. appealingB. appallingC. apparentD. appearing5. If you _________, you travel or move slowly and not in any particular direction.A. invokeB. meanderC. prescribeD. infuse6. A person who acts without thinking about what they are doing is often called an ____________.A. automationB. automatonC. automatD. autonomy7. A __________ is a group of trees that are close together, often because they have been planted in this way.A. gruffB. grudgeC. grovelD. grove8. If you ________ to something, you mention it in avery indirect way.A. illustrateB. concoctC. alludeD. invoke9. If a place is ______ by a particular route or method of transport, you are able to reach it by this route or method.A. accessibleB. assessableC. accessableD. acessable10. If someone has _______ motives or reasons for doing something, they do not show their motives openly but hide them.A. hideousB. desultoryC. compulsiveD. ulteriorⅢ.Paraphrase: (10%)1. All are expressions of creative transformation of nature by man' reason and skill.2. They meet, in some unfathomable way, its obscure and unintelligible demands.3. The benefit is that he begins to suspect home in the traditional sense is another name for limitations.4. Every one of them looks on a cigarette as a more or less impossible luxury.5. Yet both racing to alter that uncertain balance of terror that stays the hand of mankind's final war.Ⅳ. Determine, according to the text, whether the following statements are true or false. Put a "T" for True and "F" for False. (15%)1. The "sad young men" in the 20's were also called the"lost generation" by F. Scott Fitzgerald.2. The concerns and objectives of industrial psychologists are to make the workers happy andsatisfied.3. With the spread of technology and science, peoplebecome more and more identical.4. "The King's English" was regarded as a form of racial discrimination during the Normal rule in England about1154- 1399.5. President Kennedy, in his address, made concrete proposals to stop the arms race and to build a just andpeaceful world.6. The old women screamed in surprise when the writer gave her a five-sou piece because she was not taken notice of by anyone and treated as a human being.7. If there is not a great disaster caused by a nuclear war, the universalizing force of technology will not continue to influence modern culture and the people's conscience.8. In "the Future of the English", Priestley doesn't explain what the future of the English is going to be.9. According to Mencken, the landscape of Westmoreland is not pleasant to look at for there are somany ugly houses along the line.10. John Koshak felt very guilty because it was he who made the final decision to stay and face the hurricane.11. In "Loving and hating New York", the writer states he both loves and hates New York, but he fails to tell thereasons, especially why he hates New York.12. The machine aesthetic was discovered by MadameGabrielle Buffet-Picabia.13. Science has showed that the world is made of realmaterial object that we see with our eyes.14. There were no real architects in Westmoreland, or they could otherwise have built a chelet with low-pitchedroof and taller than it was wide.15. Fromm agrees to the activities of those industrial psychologists, whose concerns and the objectives are toincrease the productivity of workers.Ⅴ. Choose the one which fits the meaning of the texts we've learned. (10%)1. Mencken wrote that when the house becomes absolutely black, it appears _________.A. pleasing to the eyeB. ugly to the eyeC. dirty to the eyeD. horrible to the eye2. When the girl, Polly, backfired him with all the logical fallacies she had learned from him, the law student felt that he was like _______________.A. Madame CurieB. Mr. PidgeonC. PygmalionD. Frankenstein3. The general impression of the color of the houses in Westmoreland is ___________.A. greenB. redC. blackD. yellow4. There is always a great danger that "words are harden into things for us" means that there is always a great danger that ____________A. we might forget that words are only symbols andtake them for things they are supposed to represent.B. we might remember that words are only symbolsand they are not concrete things.C. we might forget that words are concrete things.D. we might remember that words are only symbolsand they are only representation of concrete things.5. "You would go far to find another girl so agreeable" means _______________A. It would be easy if you could find another girlwho was so agreeable.B. It would be easy if you could find another girlwho was not so agreeable.C. It would not be easy if you could find anothergirl who was so agreeableD. It would not be easy if you could find anothergirl who was not so agreeable.6. The Arab navvy was hungry. He was not used to begging, so he sidled slowly toward the writer. Here " he sidled slowly" means _________.A. he spoke slowly and shylyB. he looked shyly and sidewiseC. he looked shyly and sidewiseD. he looked shyly and sidewise7. In the Middle Ages, work, according to Fromm, was_________A. a duty.B. a drudgeryC. meaningful.D. forced labor8.The stated policy of Kennedy toward Latin American countries is summed up in the phrase:________A. "alliance for progress".B. "revolutionary belief".C. "help them help themselves"D. "support their own freedom"9. The look of the young Negro soldier that Orwell was expecting was ________A. gthat of profound respect.sB. that of curiosityC. that of curiosityD. sensitive and uneasy.10. The writer of "In Favor of Capital Punishment" wants _____A. to abolish capital punishment.B. the government to support capital punishmentC. to retain capital punishment.D. to refute capital punishment.Ⅵ. Reading comprehension: (15%)TEXT A THE PLEDGEThe old woman glanced for a moment at what he had brought to pawn, but at once stared in the eyes of her uninvited visitor. She looked intently, maliciously and mistrustfully.A minute passed; he even fancied something like a sneer in her eyes, as though she had already guessed everything. He felt that he was losing his head, the he was almost frightened, so frightened that if she were to look like that and not say a word for another half minute, he thought he would have run away from her."Why do you look at me as though you did not know me?" he said suddenly, also with malice. "Take it if you like, if not I'll go elsewhere, I am in a hurry."He had not even thought of saying this, but it was suddenly of itself. The old woman recovered herself, and her visitor's resolute tone evidently restored her confidence."But why, my good sir, all of a minute... What is it?" she asked, looking at the pledge."The silver cigarette case; I spoke of it last time, you know."She held out her hand."But how pale you are, to be sure... and your hands are trembling too? Have you been bathing, or what?""Fever," he answered abruptly. "You can't help getting pale... if you've nothing to eat," he added, with difficulty articulating the words.His strength was failing him again. But his answer sounded like the truth; the old woman took the pledge."What is it?" she asked once more, scanning Raskolnikov intently and weighing the pledge in her hand."A thing... cigarette case...Silver... Lookat it.""It does not seem somehow like silver...How he had wrapped it up!"Try to untie the string and turning to the window, to the light (all her windows were shut, in spite of the stifling heat), she left him altogether for some seconds and stood with her back to him. He unbuttoned his coat and freed the axe from the noose, but did not yet take it out altogether, simply holding it in his right hand under the coat. His hands were fearfully weak, he felt them every moment growing more numb and more wooden. He was afraid he would let the axe slip and fall... A sudden giddiness came over him.1. "... she had already guessed everything" means that the old woman ________A. was sure that he had stolen something.B. was aware that he was sick unto death.C. was sure that he was up to somethingevil.D. knew what he had brought her.2. That Raskolnikov had probably done some careful planning, prior to his commission of a crime is indicated by which of the following statements?A. "She looked intently, maliciously andmistrustfully."B. "Why do you look at me as though youdid not know me?"C. "Have you been bathing, or what?"D. "How he has wrapped it up!"3. The word "pledge" as used here in the passage means ________A. something given as security for a loanB. a promise to be loyal.C. a written agreement.D. anything that is stolen4. The fact that "all her windows were shut" is probably indicative of ________A. the old woman's poor physicalcondition.B. the old woman's caution.C. Raskolnikov's cunning.D. nothing more than a mere coincidence.5. The mood of the passage is one ofA. thoughtfulnessB. disgustC. nonchalance.D. anxietyTEXT B WIT AND HUMORI am not sure that I can draw an exact line between wit and humor (perhaps the distinction is so subtle that only those persons can decide who have long white beards); but even an ignorant person may express an opinion in this matter.I am quite positive that humor is the more comfortable and lovable quality, for humorous persons, if their gift is genuine and not a mere shine upon the surface, are always agreeable companions. They have pleasant mouths turned up at the corners, to which the greatMaster of Marionettes has fixed the strings and he holds them in his nimblest fingers to twitch them at the slightest jest. But the mouth of a merely witty man is hard and sour. Nor is the flash from a witty man always comforting, but a humorous man radiates a general pleasure.I admire wit, but I have no real liking for it; it has been too often employed against me, whereas humor is always an ally: it never points an impertinent finger into my defects. A wit's tongue, however, is as sharp as a donkey's stick ___ I may gallop the faster for its prodding, but the touch behind is too persuasive for any comfort.Wit is a lean creature with a sharp inquiring nose, whereas humor has a kindly eye and a comfortable girth. Wit has a better voice in a solo, but humor comes into the chorus best.Wit keeps the season's fashions and is precise in the phrases and judgements of the day, but humor is concerned with homelyeternal things.6. The author's attitude toward wit can most accurately be described as _______A. cautious admiration.B. wholehearted amusement.C. tolerant disapprovalD. aversion7. A wit's tongue is like a donkey's stick in that both ______A. consider their victim's feelings.B. are gently persuasiveC. goad their victims.D. are used with definite purpose.8. The author thinks of humor as an ally because it ________A. seldom fails to amuse people.B. is enjoyableC. can be employed against others.D. does not cause discomfort.9. Implied but not stated:A. Humor is always genuine.B. Wit is more nimble that humor.C. Humorous persons have pleasant faces.D.Humor comes by more naturallythan wit.10. The distinction between wit and humor is _______A. of no particular importance.B. solely a matter of opinion.C. subtle.D. exact and important.TEXT C Which is a catalog card in a library and answer question 11.PR2065G31 B81966 Burrow, John Anthony.A Reading of Sir Gawain and the Green Knight by J. A. Burrow.New York, Bares & Noble (1966)viii, 199p. 23mm.Bibliographical references.Green Knight. 1. Title.1. Gawain and the Green KnightPR2065.G31B81966821.166-568Library of Congress (3)11. The phrase "Bibliographical references" gives usA. the call number.B. publication dataC. a description of the bookD. subjects under which the books iscatalogued.TEXT D is an ad in a telephone directory. Skim it quickly to answer question 12.MARKHAM PLUMBING & HEATINGSince 1935Plumbing and Heating InstallationLARGE OR SMALL REPAIRSRESIDENTIAL COMMERCIALN.J. State FREELicense #4807 ESTIMATES24 Hour 7 Day Service 228-4495461 GORDON WAYHARRINGTON12. What service is offered free by Markham Plumbing & Heating?A. InstallationB. State licensing.C. Estimates of costsD. Large or small repairsTEXT EWherever a dramatic author is asked to discuss "the mission of the playwright", there is a great temptation for him to become pretentious. Instead of being just a hardworking writer, he suddenly becomes a man with a mission. For a moment this makes him feel quite important and he begins to think about his mission: to hold up the mirror to nature, to interpret a generation to itself, to question outmoded conventions, to protest, to extol, to criticize--- and so on through the cliches.Ask a hundred playwrights what they see as their mission and you will get a hundred different answers. Playwriting, like any other kind of writing, is a highly personal matter. The dramatist writes out of a personal need to express himself on some facet of his world--- on social abuse, personal morality, the need for love and understanding, loneliness, or whatever. None of these is better than anyother, only different. Nor is the playwright any less worthy who simply sets out to entertain his audience, to amuse it, to make it laugh.The mission of the playwright, then, is to look into his heart and write, to write of whatever concerns him at the moment, to write with passion and conviction. Of course, the measure of the man will be the measure of his plays. A man cannot express more than is in him, though often, to his regret, he expresses less because of almost the inevitable failure to realize his vision fully.Of course, the writer whose heart beats in a too special way, whose interests and concerns are esoteric, will probably not be a good playwright because---to get back to the cliches, as we must---a writer does reflect nature, does interpret his generation to itself; and if he and his concerns are far removed from his generation, an audience will find no recognition in his work and therefore no pleasure, no enlightenment.13. If a playwright neither reflects nature nor interprets his generation to itself, he_________A. may not be understood by his audience.B. will become successful.C. will not write of whatever concerns him.D. cannot define his "mission".14. A playwright _________A. usually expresses more than what is inhim.B. usually realizes his vision fullyC. can always express more than what isin him.D. often expresses less than what is inhim.15. "To hold the mirror up to nature" "to interpret a generation to itself," these are_________A. examples of cliches used byplaywrights.B. what playwrights conceive to be theirmission.C. the only real missions of the playwright.D. both A and B.Notes:extol --- to praise very highlyesoteric --- limitedⅦ. Answer briefly the following sentences: (5%)1. What are the specific positive values of work?2. Why the chief attraction of Lesson Five is its humor?Ⅷ. Translate the following into English: (5%) 1.21世纪，世界科学技术和生产力必将发生新的革命性突破。

▆■■■■■■■■■■■■福建师范大学网络与继续教育学院《高级英语阅读(二)》期末考试A卷姓名：张倩专业：英语学号： 182201807653109学习中心：东北大学无锡研究院奥鹏学习中心[2017]答案务必写在最后一页答案卷上，否则不得分！一、客观题（答案务必写在答题纸上，60分，每题2分）I 判断对错：对的写“T”，错的写“F”Read lesson 4 Text B , Do True or False Questions（阅读教材第4课课文B ，判断对错）:Washington Irving’s Sunnyside in Tarrytown, New YorkAccompanying a plan of Sunnyside (unprinted here), a former residence of Washington Irving in New York, is the following text. We have left out its title, which indicates clearly its purpose, in the hope that the reader will reconstruct it after reading the text.Sunnyside is one of the few surviving and best-documented examples of American romanticism in architecture and landscape design. Andrew Jackson Downing featured Sunnyside in his Treatise on the Theory and Practice of Landscape Gardening (1841) as an example of the "progressive improvement in Rural Architecture..." which, he explained, strives to be in "perfect keeping" with "surrounding nature" by its "varied" and "picturesque" outline. 'Architectural beauty," he taught, "must be considered conjointly with the beauty of the landscape,"Walking the 24-acre grounds is a pleasure in every season. Swans glide on the pond Irving called "the little Mediterranean", and a stone flume delights the ear with the sound of rushing water. A path leads up a small rise and from there down into "the glen," and up to the house. Behind the house, another path winds along the Hudson for views of the river at its widest point, the Tappan Zee.The modest stone cottage which was later to become Sunnysidewas originally a tenant farmer's house built in the late-seventeenthcentury on the Philipsburg Manor. During the eighteenth century, thecottage was owned by a branch of the Van Tassel family, the nameIrving later immortalized in "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow".Irving purchased the cottage in 1835 and directed the remodeling,adding Dutch-stepped gables, ancient weathervanes, and developingGothic and Romanesque architectural features for other parts of thehouse. He was so pleased with his home that in 1836 he wrote to hisbrother, Peter: "I am living most cozily and delightfully in this dear,bright little home, which I have fitted up to my own humor. Everythinggoes on cheerily in my little household and I would not exchange thecottage for any chateau in Christendom."Today's visitor to Sunnyside sees Irving's home much as itappeared during the final years of his life. The author's booklined studycontains his writing desk—a gift from his publisher, G.P. Putnam andmany personal possessions. The dining room, in which Irving and hisdinner guests often gathered to enjoy the beautiful sunsets over theHudson River, adjoins the parlor. Here Irving played his flute, while hisnieces, Sarah and Catherine, accompanied him on the rosewood piano.The piano and other original furnishings still grace the room. The smallpicture gallery off the parlor contains some original illustrations forIrving's work. The kitchen was quite advanced for its day, having a hotwater boiler and running water fed from the pond through agravity-blow system. The iron cookstove was also a "modernconvenience," replacing the open hearth in the 1850's.The second floor of the house contains several bedrooms, each ofwhich has its own personal character. The guest bedroom is furnishedwith a French-style bed and painted cottage pieces. The ingeniousarches in this and other rooms were designed by Irving. His bedroom,where he died in 1859, contains the author's tester Sheraton bed, alongwith his walking stick and a number of his garments and personaleffects. The small, bright room between the bedrooms might have beenused by Irving's nephew and biographer, Pierre Munro Irving, whocared for his uncle during the last months of his life. The room wasused originally to store books and papers. The bedroom used byIrving's nieces contains an Irving-family field bed with hand-madebobbin lace hangings, a chest of drawers, sewing stands, and anornamental stove. The guest room contains a cast iron bed probablymade in one of the foundries along the Hudson.Write True (T) or False (F)for the following questions.1.Sunnyside is the former residence of Washington Irving in WashingtonD.C2..Sunny side is a typical representative of Romanticism of Americancity architecture.3.According to Andrew Jackson Downing , architectural beauty must bein harmony with the beauty of the surrounding landscape.4.During the 18th century ,the cottage was owned by Van Tassel who wasmentioned by Irving in his book “the Legend of the Hollow” .5.Irving didn’t make any change to the cottage after he purchased it.6.Today’s Sunnyside has changed a lot compared with its appearance inIrving’s time.7.Sunnyside was built near the Hudson River.8.The study , the dining room , the parlor and the kitchen are all on thefirst floor of Irving’s house..9.All the bedrooms on the second floor are almost furnished in the samestyle.10.Washington Irving was cared for by his daughter during the last periodof his life.II 选择题Directions: There are 4 passages in this section. Eachpassage is followed by some questions or unfinished statements.For each of them there are four choices marked A), B), C) and D).You should decide on the best choice and write the correspondingletter on the Answer Sheet.Passage 1Exchange a glance with someone, then look away. Do yourealize that you have made a statement? Hold the glance for a secondlonger, and you have made a different statement. Hold it for 3seconds, and the meaning has changed again. For every socialsituation, there is a permissible time that you can hold a person’s gazewithout being intimate, rude, or aggressive. If you are on an elevator,what gaze-time are you permitted? To answer this question, considerwhat you typically do. You very likely give other passengers a quickglance to size them up and to assure them that you mean no threat.Since being close to another person signals the possibility of interaction,you need to emit a signal telling others you want to be left alone. Soyou cut off eye contact, what sociologist Erving Goffman (1963) calls“a dimming of the lights”. You look down at the floor, at theindicator lights, anywhere but into another passenger’s eyes. Shouldyou break the rule against staring at a stranger on an elevator? You willmake the other person exceedingly uncomfortable, and you are likely tofeel a bit strange yourself.If you hold eye contact for more than 3 seconds, what are youtelling another person? Much depends on the person and the situation.For instance, a man and a woman communicate interest in this manner.They typically gaze at each other for about 3 seconds at a time, thendrop their eyes down for 3 seconds, before letting their eyes meet again.▆▆■■■■■■■■■■■■。

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试题一：理解与分析阅读材料：The rapid development of technology has transformed the waywe live and work. From the invention of the internet to the rise of artificial intelligence, each innovation has brought about significant changes in society. However, with these advancements come new challenges. For instance, theautomation of jobs has raised concerns about job security and the need for continuous learning to adapt to the changing job market.问题：1. What is the main theme of the passage?2. What are some of the societal changes mentioned in the passage?3. What concerns does the automation of jobs raise?答案：1. The main theme of the passage is the impact oftechnological advancements on society and the challenges theybring.2. The societal changes mentioned include the transformationof the way we live and work due to the internet andartificial intelligence.3. The concerns raised by job automation include job security and the necessity for ongoing education to keep up with the evolving job market.试题二：推理与判断阅读材料：In a recent study conducted by the National Institute of Health, it was found that individuals who engage in regular physical activity have a lower risk of developing chronic diseases such as heart disease and diabetes. The study also suggested that even moderate exercise can have significant health benefits.问题：1. What was the focus of the study conducted by the National Institute of Health?2. According to the study, what is the relationship between physical activity and chronic diseases?3. What does the study suggest about the level of exercise needed for health benefits?答案：1. The focus of the study was to examine the link between physical activity and the risk of developing chronic diseases.2. The study found that there is a negative correlation between regular physical activity and the risk of chronic diseases.3. The study suggests that even moderate levels of exercise can provide substantial health benefits.试题三：综合应用阅读材料：Globalization has led to an increase in cultural exchange and the blending of different traditions. This has resulted in a richer and more diverse cultural landscape. However, there are also concerns about the loss of local cultures and the homogenization of global culture.问题：1. What is the positive outcome of globalization as described in the passage?2. What are the concerns associated with the cultural aspects of globalization?3. How might the blending of cultures impact the uniqueness of local traditions?答案：1. The positive outcome of globalization mentioned in the passage is the increase in cultural exchange and the creation of a richer and more diverse cultural landscape.2. The concerns include the potential loss of local cultures and the homogenization of global culture.3. The blending of cultures could lead to the dilution of unique local traditions, making them less distinct and more similar to global standards.试题四：词汇与语法阅读材料：Despite the economic downturn, the company managed to increase its profits by implementing cost-cutting measures and optimizing its operations. The management's foresight in anticipating market changes allowed them to navigate the challenges effectively.问题：1. What action did the company take to increase its profits?2. How did the management's approach contribute to the company's success?3. What does the word "foresight" mean in the context of the passage?答案：1. The company increased its profits by implementing cost-cutting measures and optimizing its operations.2. The management's foresight in anticipating market changes allowed them to make strategic decisions that led to the company's success.3. In the context of the passage, "foresight" refers to the ability to predict and plan for future events or conditions.结束语：The above questions are designed to test a range of skills, from basic comprehension to more complex analytical and inferential abilities. Regular practice with such questions can help students prepare for advanced English reading exams effectively. Remember, the key to success in any language exam is consistent practice and a deep understanding of the language's nuances.。

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************************************************************ *********************高级英语I期末试题及答案1. Complete the following sentence:"In order to enhance your language skills, it is important to ________."Answer: practice regularly and expose yourself to diverse language environments.2. Listening comprehension:Listen to the audio clip and answer the following questions:a) What is the main topic of the conversation?b) Who is the speaker referring to when using the word "she"?Answers:a) The main topic of the conversation is travel destinations.b) The speaker is referring to his sister when using the word "she".3. Reading comprehension:Read the passage and answer the questions below:"The benefits of learning a second language are numerous. Not only does it improve cognitive abilities, but it also enhances cultural understanding and opens up more job opportunities."Questions:a) What are some benefits of learning a second language?b) Why is cultural understanding important?Answers:a) Some benefits of learning a second language include improved cognitive abilities and more job opportunities.b) Cultural understanding is important as it fosters empathy, breaks down barriers, and promotes global cooperation.4. Grammar:Identify the errors in the following sentence and correct them."He don't like to eat vegetables."Answer:"He doesn't like to eat vegetables."5. Writing:Write a short essay (150-200 words) on the topic: "The Importance of Effective Communication Skills in the Workplace."Answer:Effective communication skills are crucial in the workplace for several reasons. Firstly, clear and efficient communication ensures that tasks are carried out accurately and efficiently. Miscommunication or the lack thereof can lead to mistakes, delays, and unnecessary conflicts.Secondly, strong communication skills foster positive working relationships and teamwork. When employees can effectively express their ideas, thoughts, and concerns, it promotes a healthy and productive work environment. It also allows for effective collaboration and cooperation between team members.Lastly, effective communication skills are essential for client or customer interactions. Whether it is conveying information, addressing concerns, or negotiating deals, being able to communicate professionally and clearly is key to maintaining good relationships with clients and ensuring customer satisfaction.In conclusion, effective communication skills play a vital role in the workplace by promoting accuracy, teamwork, and client satisfaction. It is an essential skill that should be continuously developed and honed by individuals and organizations alike.********************************************************** ***********************以上是参考的高级英语I期末试题及答案，希望能对你有所帮助。

高级英语考试题及答案一、阅读理解（共20分，每题4分）1. What is the main idea of the passage?A) The benefits of a healthy lifestyle.B) The importance of regular exercise.C) The impact of technology on health.D) The challenges of modern living.答案：A2. According to the author, which of the following is NOT a reason for adopting a healthy lifestyle?A) To improve mental well-being.B) To reduce the risk of chronic diseases.C) To increase work productivity.D) To gain social recognition.答案：D3. What does the author suggest as a way to maintain a healthy diet?A) Eating three meals a day.B) Consuming a variety of foods.C) Skipping breakfast.D) Relying on fast food.答案：B4. In the passage, what is the role of technology in promoting health?A) It helps to track health data.B) It replaces the need for physical activity.C) It encourages unhealthy eating habits.D) It limits access to healthcare services.答案：A5. What is the conclusion of the passage?A) A healthy lifestyle requires significant effort.B) Everyone should adopt a healthy lifestyle.C) Technology has a negative impact on health.D) Modern living is incompatible with a healthy lifestyle.答案：B二、完形填空（共15分，每题1.5分）In recent years, there has been a growing awareness of the importance of a healthy lifestyle. Many people have started to pay more attention to their diet and exercise habits. However, adopting a healthy lifestyle is not always easy. It requires a certain level of discipline and commitment.6. Many people are aware that a balanced diet is essentialfor good health, but they often find it difficult to make the right __________.A) choicesB) mistakesC) decisionsD) changes答案：A7. Regular exercise is known to have numerous benefits, including reducing the risk of heart disease and improving mental health. It can also __________ weight gain.A) preventB) encourageC) promoteD) increase答案：A8. Despite the benefits, some individuals struggle to find the time or motivation to engage in physical activities. This can be due to a busy work schedule or a lack of __________.A) interestB) energyC) resourcesD) support答案：B9. Technology has played a significant role in promoting a healthy lifestyle. There are many apps and devices that can help individuals __________ their health goals.A) trackB) achieveC) setD) ignore答案：A10. A supportive community can be a great asset when trying to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Friends and family can provide encouragement and __________.A) motivationB) criticismC) adviceD) competition答案：A三、翻译（共25分，每题5分）11. 请将下列句子翻译成英文：“健康的生活方式对于预防慢性疾病至关重要。

高级英语读写期末试题及答案Section 1: Reading ComprehensionPart A: Multiple ChoiceRead the following passage and answer the questions below.(1) In recent years, social media platforms have revolutionized the way people communicate and share information. The rise of platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter has provided individuals with new avenues for self-expression and connection.(2) One key benefit of social media is its ability to facilitate instant communication between individuals, regardless of distance. In the past, long-distance communication relied heavily on traditional methods such as letters or phone calls, which could be time-consuming and expensive. Social media platforms have made it possible to connect and share updates with friends and family around the world in real-time, with just a few clicks.(3) Another major advantage of social media is its role in promoting social and political movements. Through platforms like Twitter and Instagram, users can spread important messages, raise awareness, and mobilize support for various causes. This has played a crucial role in movements such as the #MeToo movement or the Black Lives Matter movement, giving a voice to marginalized communities and serving as a catalyst for change.(4) However, the rise of social media also brings its fair share of challenges. One significant concern is the issue of privacy. As peoplewillingly share personal information and engage in online discussions, their data becomes vulnerable to exploitation by malicious actors. Instances of identity theft and online harassment are on the rise, highlighting the need for individuals to exercise caution while using social media platforms.(5) Moreover, social media can sometimes have a negative impact on mental health. The constant exposure to carefully curated images and highlights of others' lives can lead to feelings of inadequacy and low self-esteem. Furthermore, the addictive nature of social media can result in decreased productivity and increased social isolation.(6) In conclusion, social media has undoubtedly transformed the way we communicate and interact with others. While it brings several advantages such as instant communication and the amplification of social movements, it also poses challenges such as privacy concerns and detrimental effects on mental health. Ultimately, it is essential for users to strike a balance and adopt responsible usage of these platforms to fully reap their benefits.1. What is the main topic of the passage?a) The rise of social media platforms.b) The benefits of social media communication.c) The challenges of social media.d) The impact of social media on mental health.2. How have social media platforms revolutionized communication?a) By providing avenues for self-expression.b) By enabling instant long-distance communication.c) By raising awareness for social and political causes.d) By increasing instances of online harassment.3. What is one major concern related to the rise of social media?a) The spread of important messages.b) The vulnerability of personal information.c) The promotion of social and political movements.d) The impact on mental health.4. What is one potential negative effect of social media on individuals' mental health?a) Increased productivity.b) Improved self-esteem.c) Feelings of inadequacy.d) Enhanced social connections.Part B: True or FalseRead the following statements and determine whether they are true or false based on the information in the passage.1. Social media platforms have made long-distance communication more convenient in recent years.2. Social media has played a crucial role in promoting social and political movements.3. The rise of social media has resulted in a decrease in instances of online harassment.4. Social media platforms have no impact on individuals' mental health.Section 2: Writing SkillsPart A: Vocabulary and GrammarChoose the most appropriate word or phrase to complete each sentence.1. Sarah is __________ excited about her upcoming vacation.a) muchb) veryc) mored) so2. The team __________ a difficult time deciding on a solution.a) hasb) havec) wasd) were3. I __________ finished my assignment when the power went out.a) yetb) alreadyc) everd) still4. The book was __________ than I expected.a) interestingerb) more interestingc) interestingestd) most interestingPart B: Paragraph WritingChoose one of the following topics and write a well-developed paragraph (approximately 150-200 words) using high-level English language skills.1. The advantages and disadvantages of globalization.2. The impact of technology on society.3. The importance of education in today's world.Answer KeySection 1: Reading ComprehensionPart A: Multiple Choice1. a) The rise of social media platforms.2. b) By enabling instant long-distance communication.3. b) The vulnerability of personal information.4. c) Feelings of inadequacy.Part B: True or False1. True2. True3. False4. FalseSection 2: Writing SkillsPart A: Vocabulary and Grammar1. b) very2. a) has3. d) still4. b) more interestingPart B: Paragraph Writing(Depending on the chosen topic and the individual's writing skills, one possible response could be as follows:)Topic: The advantages and disadvantages of globalization.Globalization has become an integral part of our interconnected world, bringing both benefits and challenges to individuals and societies. One of the main advantages of globalization is the facilitation of the global exchange of goods and services. This has led to greater availability and diversity ofproducts, enabling consumers to access goods from all over the world. Moreover, globalization has resulted in improved economic growth and job opportunities, particularly in developing countries that have become key players in the global market.However, globalization also presents some disadvantages. One major concern is the growing income inequality between developed and developing nations. While globalization has created wealth for some, it has simultaneously deepened poverty for others. Additionally, the outsourcing of jobs to cheaper labor markets has impacted local economies, leading to unemployment and social unrest.In conclusion, globalization is a complex phenomenon with both positive and negative aspects. It is crucial for policymakers to strike a balance between reaping the benefits of globalization and addressing its challenges, ensuring inclusivity and sustainability in the global economy.。

2022年自考专业(英语)高级英语考试真题及答案一、单项选择题 Each of the following sentences is given four choices of words or expressions. Choose the right one to complete the sentence and write the corresponding letter on your Answer Sheet. (15 points， 1 point for each)1、I find it hard to ________ that women were treated so unfairly a hundred years ago.A.conceiveB.detectC.rememberD.propose2、The number of staff we can take on will be ________ by how much money we're allowed to spend.A.suggestedB.controlledC.determinedD.navigated3、Dad will be angry if you ________ him while he is reading.A.dislikeB.disturbC.disappointD.dissatisfy4、She is ________ the brightest star of British ballet.A.normallyB.upsettinglyC.undoubtedlyD.unnecessarily5、 The endless public appearances are an inevitable part of an election ________.A.activityB.campaignC.crusadeD.movement6、Some pessimists hold that true independent advice is ________ .A. reliableA.unavoidableB.reasonableC.unattainable7、He suggested a card game to relieve the ________ of the journey.A.monopolyB.monologueC.monotonyD.monograph8、One of the many ________ of foreign travel is learning how to cope with the unexpected.A.outlooksB.benefitsC.experiencesD.attitudes9、It's a minor earthquake. There were no injuries and the damage to the building was ________.A.minimalstingC.accidentalD.disastrous10、Some people in the West are ________ spilling salt on the table.A.excited aboutB.cautious ofC.superstitious aboutD.conscious of11、Turkey is expecting an ________ of several thousandrefugees over the next few days.A.influxB.importC.outputD.overview12、He wrote to me last week regarding a business ________ he thought might interest me.A.implicationB.indicationC.propositionD.explanation13、The Civil Rights Act was needed to ________ some ethnic groups.A.induceB.enlargeC.seduceD.empower14、In the end she left home just to escape the ________ rule of her mother.A.politicalB.tyrannicalC.socialD.official15、The number-one principle for being a good colleague is to ________ your emotions from the working relationship.A.preventB.saveC.extricateD.disengage二、阅读题(一) In this section, there are ten incomplete statements or questions, followed by four choices marked A, B,C and D. Choose the best answer and write the corresponding letter on your Answer Sheet. (20 points, 2 points for each).1、(1)Fifty years ago, baby boomers and their parents suffered through what was ubiquitously understood asthe generation gap, or the inability for different generations to speak clearly with one another.(2)A new national poll of Americans between the ages of 18 and 29-the millennial generation- provides strong evidence of a new generation gap, this time with the boomers (born between 1946 and 1964) playing the role of uncomprehending parents. When Millennials say they are liberal, it means something very different than it did when Barack Obama was coming of age. When Millennials say they are socialists, theyre not participating in ostalgie for the old GermanDemocratic Republic. And their strong belief in economic fairness shouldnt be confused with the attitudes of the Occupy movement.(3)The poll of Millennials was conducted by the Reason Foundation and the Rupe Foundation earlier this spring. It engaged nearly 2,400 representative 18 to 29 year olds on a wide variety of topics.(4)This new generation gap certainly helps to explain why Millennials are far less partisan than folks 30 and older. Just 22% of Millennials identify as Republican or Republican-leaning,compared with 40% of older voters. After splitting their votes for George E.Bush and Al Gore in 2000 (each candidate got about 48%), Millennials have voted overwhelmingly for Democratic candidates in the 2022, 2022, and 2022 elections. Forty-three percent of Millennials call Democrats or leaning that way. Yet thats still a smaller percentage than it is for 49% of whom are Democrats or lean Democrats. Most strikingly, 34% of Millennials call themselves true independents, meaning they dont lean toward either party. For older Americans,its just 10%.(5)Millennials use language differently than Boomers and Gen Xers (born between 1965 and 1980). In the Reason-Rupe poll, about 62% of Millennials call themselves liberal. By that, they mean they favor gay marriage and pot legalization but those views hold little or no ongovernment spending. To Millennials, being socially liberal is being liberal, period. For most older Americans calling yourself a liberal means you want to increase the size, scope, and spending of the government( it may not even mean you support legal pot and marriage equality). Despite the strong liberal tilt among Millennials, 53% say they would support a candidate who was socially liberal and fiscally conservative (are you listening? Major parities).(6)There are other areas where languages don not track neatly with Boomer and Gen X definitions. Millennials have no first-hand memories of the Soviet Union or the Cold War. Forty-two percent a means of organizing society but only 16% can define the term properly as government ownership of the means of production. In fact, when asked whether they want an economy managed by the free market or by the government, 64% want the former and just 32% want the latter. Scratch a Millennial socialist and you are likely to find a budding entrepreneur(55% saying they want to start their own business someday). Although they support a government-provided social safety net, two-thirds of Millennials agree that government is usually inefficient and wasteful and they are highly skeptical toward government with regards to privacy and nanny-state regulations about e-cigarettes, soda sizes, andthe like.(7) For all the attention lavished on the youthful, ant-capitalist Occupy movements a few years ago ,it turns out that Millennials have strongly positive attitudes toward free markets (just dont call it capitalism). Not surprisingly, they define fairness in a way that is less about income disparity and more about getting your due. Almost six in ten believe you can get ahead with hard work and a similar number wants a society in which wealth is parceled out according to your achievement, not via the tax code or government redistribution of income. Even though 70% favor guaranteed health care, housing, and income, Millennials have no problem with unequal outcomes.(8)Like most older Americans, too, Millennials are deeply worried about massive and growing federal budgets and debt, with 78% calling such things a major problem.(9)It would be a real shame if we cant have the sorts of conversations we need to address and remedy such issues because different generations are talking past each other. Millennials are different than Boomers or Gen Xers: Culture comes first and politics second to them. They are less partisan and they are less hung up about things such as pot use, gay marriage, and immigration. But in many ways, they agree with older generations when it comes to the value and legitimacy of work,the role of government in helping the poor, and the inefficiency of government to do that.(10)Everyone agrees that there are crises everywhere: Social Security and Medicare are going bust and the economy has been on life support for years. The best solutions will engage and involve Americans of all ages. The Reason-Rupe poll points to some places where generations are talking past each other and others where there is wide agreement. Giving its finding a close read might just help narrow todays generation gap so we can get on with improving all generations prospects.A boomer can be a person who was born ________.A.in 1956B.in 1976C.in 1986D.in 19962、In Paragraph 2, the word"uncomprehending"means ________.cking supportcking understandingC.showing contemptD.showing indifference3、We can learn from Paragraph 4 that ________.A.a larger percentage of Millennials are Democratic-leaningB.a smaller percentage of older Americans areDemocratic-leaningC.the percentage of partisan Millennials is larger than that of older AmericansD.there is a larger percentage of Millennials as Democrats than that of older Americans4、When Millennials call themselves liberal, they mean that ________.A.they want to increase the size and scope of the governmentB.they uphold the legalization of gay marriage and marijuanaC.they want to urge the government to reduce its spendingD.they would not support a candidate who is conservative5、When you look into Millennial"socialists" more deeply you will find that ________.A.many of them are actually against capitalismB.many of them want to start their own business in the futureC.most of them favor a government intervention in the economyD.most of them believe in the government's efficiency in market management6、In Paragraph 7,the word"disparity"means ________.A.redistributionB.demotionC.impartialityD.difference7、Unlike Baby Boomers and Gen Xers, ________.lennials believe that culture is more important than politicslennials usually take a dim view of gay marriage and immigrationlennials feel ashamed that they can't have conversations with the governmentlennials think that the government is highly successful in helping the poor8、In Paragraph 9, the word"legitimacy"means ________.wfulnessB.identityC.effectivenessD.possibility9、We can learn from Paragraph 10 that Boomers, Gen Xers and Millennials all agree that in recent years the American economy ________.A.has been on the increaseB.has barely sustained itselfC.has become more prosperousD.has recovered from the recession10、The author's attitude toward Millennials is ________.A.casualB.negativeC.pessimisticD.objective参考答案：【一、单项选择题】1~5ACBCB6~10DCBAC11~15点击下载查看答案【二、阅读题(一)】1~5ABABB6~10DAAB。

Reading 1: This is Water1. What’s the point of the fish story?The immediate point of the fish story is that the most obvious, ubiquitous, important realities are often the ones that are the hard est to see and talk about. 2. What is our natural default-setting, according to Wallace? Do you agree with him? If yes, give examples; if no, exampl es too, please.I am the absolute center of the universe, the real est, most vivid and important person in existence.Yes, I do. The worl d as you experience it is right there in front of you, or behind you, to the l eft or right of you, on your TV, or your monitor, or whatever. Other peopl e’s thoughts and feelings how to be communicated to you somehow, but your own are so immediate, urgent, real.3. Is it possibl e for us to adjust our natural default-setting? If yes, how? And by the way, why should we adjust it?A: Yes, it is. We shoul d pay attention to what’s going on insid e me and stay alert and attentive instead of getting hypnotized by the constant monologue insid e your own head. what’s more, we shoul d l earn how to Think and how to d ecid e.The reason why shoul d we adjust it is that thinking in the way of d efault-setting that we experience the boring, frustrating, crowed parts of adult life.B: Yes, it is. Learning how to think------Learning how to exercise some control over how and what you think. It means being conscious and aware enough to choose what you pay attention to and to choose how you construct meaning from experience. If we d on’t adjust it, we will be total ly nosed.4. What does it mean by ‘learn ing how to think’? And what is the justifiable way to think?Learning how to think really means l earning how to exercise some control over how and what you think. It means being conscious and aware enough to choose what you pay attention to and to choose how you construct meaning from experience.5. What is the meaning of college education? Do you agree? If yes, further explains please, if no, define your meaning of college education and further illustrate it.Coll ege education is that it enabl es my tend ency to over-intell ectualize stuff, to get l ost in abstract argument insid e our head instead of simply paying attention to what’s going on right in front of us.6. What did Wallace refer to as ' the work of choosing'?A:When you are going through petty, frustrating craps, you need to make a conscious choice of how to think and what to pay attention to.B：Make a conscious decision about how to think and what to pay attention to.7. What is the only True matter of the long, lonely 'day in and day out'?B：The only thing what’s capitally true is that you get to d ecid e how you are going to try to see it. You get to consciously decid e what has meaning and whatd oes not. You get to d ecide what to worship.8. Why did Wallace suggest the graduating seniors to worship some spiritual things instead of anything else, say money and power?An outstanding reason for choosing some sort of spiritual things to worship is that pretty much anything else you worship will eat you alive.9. How did Wallace define the real important freedom and if you would like to, please give your definition of freedom.The really important kind of freed om involves attention, awareness, discipline, effort, and being abl e truly abl e to care about other peopl e and to sacrifice for them, over and over, in my pretty little unsexy ways, every day.10. Finally, what is water?The most obvious, important realities are the hard est to see and talk about. Reading 2: Moon Landing Faked.1. Why pathological explanations cannot be sufficiently used to explain conspiracy theories?Because conspiracy theories are not just the implausibl e visions of a paranoid minority. There are so many peopl e coming to believe in it.并不是少数妄想狂的难以置信的幻觉。