2019年6月英语四级听力50篇： Water Pollution

WaterPollution水污染英语作文Water Pollution水污染英语作文（通用19篇）Water Pollution水污染英语作文篇1Spring is tht best season of the year. The weather gets warmer and warmer. My clas i‘amates and I took a one-day sightseeing around our scene was pretty. But when we saw the rivers along our city, I felt very sorry, and thoughit a lot. With the development of modern agriculture and industry, more and more waste water is being poured into rivers. It has caused serious pollution. The river is becoming so dirty that no living things can live in it. The river is giving off a terrible smell. We make an urgent appeal that measures should be taken to cope with the situation. Our government should start building various facilities such as sewage treatment!plant and encourage scientists to work out more and better ways to reduce the pollution of water. Water is tho source of our lives. It is very important to protect water. Water Pollution水污染英语作文篇2Water PollutionToday， I read a piece of news in China Daily. It reports that water pollution exists not only in Haihe River but aIso in some other rivers， lakes and seas in our country.Everyone agrees that water pollution is a serious problem today. Rivers，lakes and even oceans all over the world are bec0mingpolluted by garbage and dangerous chemicals. Oil and other chemicals can kill fish and make water unsafe for drinking Polluted water is a hazard to everyone.Now more and more people have realized how serious the problem is. Our government is doing its best to take measures to fight against pollution. We've done a good deal of work， butthere's still a long way to go. We must keep on fighting until we find ways to protect the environment from being polluted， and do away with pollution. We are sure that we'll win the battle. Goodbye， water pollution!Water Pollution水污染英语作文篇3Spring is tht best season of the year. The weather gets warmer and warmer. My clas i'amates and I took a one-day sightseeing around our city.The scene was pretty. But when we saw the rivers along our city, I felt very sorry, and thoughit a lot.With the development of modern agriculture and industry, more and more waste water is being poured into rivers. It has caused serious pollution. The river is becoming so dirty that no living things can live in it. The river is giving off a terrible smell.We make an urgent appeal that measures should be taken to cope with the situation. Our government should start building various facilities such as sewage treatment!plant and encourage scientists to work out more and better ways to reduce the pollution of water.Water is tho source of our lives. It is very important to protect water.Water Pollution水污染英语作文篇4Water pollution is caused by waste from factories and cities. Oceans are able to clean themselves， but certain seas， once they become dirty， are not able to do so. One example is the Mediterranean which lies between Europe and Africa. It has onlyeone narrow entrance to the ocean in the west. On quarter of the shores of the Mediterranean are polluted and are no longer safe for swimming， as a lot of diseases are present in the water. In most places it is not safe to eat the fish.Lakes also have the same problems. Lake Baikal in Asia wasonce the cleanest in the world， with over 700 different kinds of plant and animal life. Now， however， the waters of this great lake， which is also the world's deepest (over 1，740 metres)，have been dirtied by waste from a chemical factory.In 1988 an oil tanker hit a rock off the northwest coast of Alaska. 35，000 tons of oil poured into the sea. The accident was one of the worst in history. More than 34，000 birds and 10，000 animals were killed. 4，800 square kilometres of ocean were polluted.Water Pollution水污染英语作文篇5Water pollution is a serious problem now. Hundres of dead fish can be found on the surface of Haihe beeause of serious pollution. Besides Haihe, there are some other rivers like this.We can't live without water, so we must keep'the water elean to protect ourselves. Our government is taking measures to protect the rivers against pollution. People also realize the seriousness of the pollution. Everyone begins to try his best to fight against water pollution.We can't live without water, but now many rivers are polluted. Hundreds of dead fish can be found on the surface of Haihe because of serious pollution. It is dangerous to drink such water.Besides Haihe, there are other rivers like this.People come to know the seriousness of water pollution. Our government is taking measures to protect the rivers against pollutions. Peopie also try their best to protect rivers and keep them clean.水污染现在是一个很严重的问题。

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Part ⅠWriting (30minutes)Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write a short essay entitled Excessive Packaging following the outline given below. You should write at least 120 words but no more than 180 words.1.目前许多商品存在过度包装的现象2.出现这一现象的原因3.我对这一现象的看法和建议On Excessive PackagingPart Ⅱ Reading Comprehension(Skimming and Scanning)(15minutes)Directions: In this part, you will have 15 minutes to go over the passage quickly and answer the questions on Answer sheet 1. For questions 1-7,choose the best answer from the four choices marked A)，B)，C）and D). For questions 8-10,complete the sentences with the information given in the passage.Small Schools RisingThis year’s list of the top 100 high schools shows that today, those with fewer students are flourishing.Fifty years ago, they were the latest thing in educational reform: big, modern, suburban high schools with students counted in the thousands. As baby boomers(二战后婴儿潮时期出生的人) came of high-school age, big schools promised economic efficiency. A greater choice of courses, and, of course, better football teams. Only years later did we understand the trade-offs this involved: the creation of excessive bureaucracies(官僚机构)，the difficulty of forging personal connections between teachers and students.SAT scores began dropping in 1963;today,on average,30% of students do not complete high school in four years, a figure that rises to 50% in poor urban neighborhoods. While the emphasis on teaching to higher, test-driven standards as set in No Child Left Behind resulted in significantly better performance in elementary(and some middle)schools, high schools for a variety of reasons seemed to have made little progress.Size isn’t everything, but it does matter, and the past decade has seen a noticeable countertrend toward smaller schools. This has been due ,in part ,to theBill and Melinda Gates Foundation, which has invested $1.8 billion in American high schools, helping to open about 1,000 small schools-most of them with about 400 kids each with an average enrollment of only 150 per grade, About 500 more are on the drawing board. Districts all over the country are taking notice, along with mayors in cities like New York, Chicago and San Diego. The movement includes independent public charter schools, such as No.1 BASIS in Tucson, with only 120 high-schoolers and 18 graduates this year. It embraces district-sanctioned magnet schools, such as the Talented and Gifted School, with 198 students, and the Science and Engineering Magnet,with383,which share a building in Dallas, as well as the City Honors School in Buffalo, N.Y., which grew out of volunteer evening seminars for students. And it includes alternative schools with students selected by lottery(抽签)，such as H-B Woodlawn in Arlington, Va. And most noticeable of all, there is the phenomenon of large urban and suburban high schools that have split up into smaller units of a few hundred, generally housed in the same grounds that once boasted thousands of students all marching to the same band.Hillsdale High School in San Mateo, Calif, is one of those, ranking No.423—among the top 2% in the country—on Newsweek’s annual ranking of America’s top high schools. The success of small schools is apparent in the listings. Ten years ago, when the first Newsweek list based on college-level test participation was published, only three of the top 100 schools had graduating Classes smaller than 100 students. This year there are 22. Nearly 250 schools on the full ,Newsweek list of the top 5% of schools nationally had fewer than 200 graduates in 2007.Although many of Hillsdale’s students came from wealthy households, by the late 1990 average test scores were sliding and it had earned the unaffectionate nickname (绰号) “Hillsjail. ” Jeff Gilbert. A Hillsdale teacher who became principal last year, remembers sitting with other teachers watching students file out of a graduation ceremony and asking one another in astonishment, “How did that student graduate?”So in 2003 Hillsdale remade itself into three “houses,” romantically named Florence, Marrakech and Kyoto. Each of the 300 arriving ninth graders are randomly(随机地) assigned to one of the houses. Where they will keep the same four core subject teachers for two years, before moving on to another for 11th and 12th grades. The closeness this system cultivates is reinforced by the institution of “advisory”classes Teachers meet with students in groups of 25, five mornings a week, for open-ended discussions of everything from homework problems to bad Saturday-night dates. The advisers also meet with students privately and stay in touch with parents,so they are deeply invested in the students’ success.“We’re constantly talking about one another’s advisers,” says English teacher Chris Crockett. “If you hear that yours isn’t doing well in math, or see them sitting outside the dean’s office, it’s like a personal failure.” Along with the new structure came a more demanding academic program, the percentage of freshmen taking biology jumped from 17 to 95.“It was rough for some. But by senior year, two-thirds have moved up to physics,”says Gilbert “Our kids are coming to school in part because they know there are adults here who know them and care for them.”But not all schools show advances after downsizing, and it remains to be seen whether smaller schools will be a cure-all solution.The Newsweek list of top U.S. high schools was made this year, as in years past, according to a single metric, the proportion of students taking college-level exams. Over the years this system has come in for its share of criticism for its simplicity. But that is also its strength: it’s easy for readers to understand, and to do the arithmetic for their own schools if they’d like.Ranking schools is always controversial, and this year a group of 38 superintendents(地区教育主管)from five states wrote to ask that their schools be excluded from the calculation.“It is impossible to know which high schools are ‘the best’ in the nation, ”their letter read. in part. “Determining whether different schools do or don’t offer a high quality of education requires a look at man different measures, including students’ overall academic accomplishments and their subsequent performance in college. And taking into consideration the unique needs of their communities.”In the end, the superintendents agreed to provide the data we sought, which is, after all, public information. There is, in our view, no real dispute here, we are all seeking the same thing, which is schools that better serve our children and our nation by encouraging students to tackle tough subjects under the guidance of gifted teachers. And if we keep working toward that goal, someday, perhaps a list won’t be necessary.注意：此部分试题请在答卡1上作答.1． Fifty years ago. big. Modern. Suburban high schools were established in the hope of __________.A) ensuring no child is left behindB) increasing economic efficiencyC) improving students’ performance on SATD)providing good education for baby boomers2. What happened as a result of setting up big schools?A)Teachers’ workload increased.B)Students’ performance declined.C)Administration became centralized.D)Students focused more on test scores.3.What is said about the schools forded by the Bill and Melinda Gates foundation?A)They are usually magnet schools.B)They are often located in poor neighborhoods.C)They are popular with high-achieving students.D)They are mostly small in size.4.What is most noticeable about the current trend in high school education?A)Some large schools have split up into smaller ones.B)A great variety of schools have sprung up in urban and suburban areas.C)Many schools compete for the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation funds.D)Students have to meet higher academic standards.5.Newsweek ranked high schools according to .A)their students’ academic achievementB)the number of their students admitted to collegeC)the size and number of their graduating classesD)their college-level test participation6.What can we learn about Hillsdale’s students in the late 1990s?A)They were made to study hard like prisoners.B)They called each other by unaffectionate nicknames.C)Most of them did not have any sense of discipline,D)Their school performance was getting worse.7.According to Jeff Gilbert, the “advisory” classes at Hillsdale were set up so that students could .A)tell their teachers what they did on weekendsB)experience a great deal of pleasure in learningC)maintain closer relationships with their teachersD)tackle the demanding biology and physics courses8. is still considered a strength of Newsweek’s school ranking system in spite of the criticism it receives.9.According to the 38 superintendents, to rank schools scientifically, it is necessary to use .10.To better serve the children and our nation, schools students totake .Part ⅢListening Comprehension (35minutes)Section ADirections: in this section you will hear 8 short conversations, one or more questions will be asked about what was said. Both the conversation and the questions will be spoken only once. After each question there will be a pause. During the pause, you must read the four choices marked A)、B）、C）and D)、and decide which is the best answer. Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer sheet 2 with a single line through the centre.注意：此部分试题请在答案卡2上作案。

英语四级考试：2019年06月考试真题和答案解析[第3套]Part I Writing (30 minutes)Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write a short essay on the following question.You should write at least 120 words but no more than 180 words. Suppose a foreign friend of yours is coming to visit China, what is the first place you would like totake him/her to see and why?_________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________Part IIListening Comprehension (30 minutes)Section ADirections: In this section, you will hear 8 short conversations and 2 long conversations.At the end ofeach conversation, one or more questions will be asked about what was said.Both theconversation and the questions will be spoken only once.After each question there will be apause.During the pause, you must read the four choices marked A, B, C and D, anddecide which is the best answer.Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 1with a single line through the centre.1.A.It was mainly meant for cancer patients.B.It might appeal more to viewers over 40.C.It was frequently interrupted by commercials.D.It could help people of all ages to avoid cancer.2.A.The man admires the woman's talent in writing.B.The woman took a lot of pictures at the contest.C.The woman is a photographer.D.The man is fond of traveling.3.A.The man placed the reading list on a desk.B.The man regrets being absent-minded.C.The woman saved the man some trouble.D.The woman emptied the waste paper basket.4.A.He has left the army recently.B.He quit teaching in June.C.He has taken over his brother's business.D.He opened a restaurant near the school.5.A.She read only part of the book.B.She is interested in reading novels.C.She seldom reads books from cover to cover.D.She was eager to know what the book was about.6.A.She called to say that her husband had been hospitalized.B.She was absent all week owing to sickness.C.She was seriously injured in a car accident.D.She had to be away from school to attend to her husband.7.A.The man lives two blocks away from the Smiths.B.The woman is not sure if she is on the right street.C.The Smiths' new house is not far from their old one.D.The speakers want to rent the Smiths' old house.8.A.The man couldn't find his car in the parking lot.B.The man had a hard time finding a parking space.C.The woman found they had got to the wrong spot.D.The woman was offended by the man's late arrival.Questions 9 to 12 are based on the conversation you have just heard.9.A.The hotel clerk couldn't find his reservation for that night.B.The hotel clerk tried to take advantage of his inexperience.C.The hotel clerk had put his reservation under another name.D.The hotel clerk insisted that he didn't make any reservation.10.A.A grand wedding was being held in the hotel.B.It was a busy season for holiday-makers.C.The hotel was undergoing major repairs.D.There was a conference going on in the city.11.A.It was free of charge on weekends.B.It was offered to frequent guests only.C.It had a 15% discount on weekdays.D.It was 10% cheaper than in other hotels.12.A.Demand compensation from the hotel.B.Find a cheaper room in another hotel.C.Ask for an additional discountplain to the hotel manager.Questions 13 to 15 are based on the conversation you have just heard.13.A.Secretary of Birmingham Medical School.B.Head of the Overseas Students Office.C.Assistant Director of the Admissions Office.D.An employee in the city council at Birmingham.14.A.A small number are from the Far East.B.A large majority are from Latin America.C.About fifteen percent are from Africa.D.Nearly fifty percent are foreigners.15.A.She will have more contact with students.B.She will be more involved in policy-making.C.It will be less demanding than her present job.D.It will bring her capability into fuller play.Section BDirections: In this section, you will hear 3 short passages.At the end of each passage, you will hearsome questions.Both the passage and the questions will be spoken onlyonce.After youhear a question, you must choose the best answer from the four choices marked A, B, Cand D.Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 1 with a single line throughthe centre.Passage OneQuestions 16 to 18 are based on the passage you have just heard.16.A.Her parents immigrated to America.B.Her parents set up an ice-cream store.C.Her parents left Chicago to work on a farm.D.Her parents thrived in the urban environment.17.A.He was born with a limp.B.He taught English in Chicago.C.He worked to become an executive.D.He was crippled in a car accident.18.A.She was fascinated by American culture.B.She was very generous in offering help.C.She was highly devoted to her family.D.She was fond of living an isolated life.Passage TwoQuestions 19 to 22 are based on the passage you have just heard.19.A.He was seriously injured.B.He was wrongly diagnosed.C.He developed a strange disease.D.He suffered a nervous breakdown.20.A.He raced to the nursing home.B.He was able to talk again.C.He could tell red and blue apart.D.He could not recognize his wife.21.A.Two and a half months.B.Twenty-nine days.C.Fourteen hours.D.Several minutes.22.A.They released a video of his progress.B.They avoided appearing on television.C.They welcomed the publicity in the media.D.They declined to give details of his condition.Passage ThreeQuestions 23 to 25 are based on the passage you have just heard.23.A.For farmers to exchange their daily necessities.B.For people to share ideas and show farm “products.C.For officials to educate the farming community.D.For farmers to celebrate their harvests.24.A.By offering to do volunteer work at the fair.B.By bringing an animal rarely seen on nearby farms.C.By bringing a bag of grain in exchange for a ticket.D.By performing a special skill at the entrance.25.A.They help to increase the state governments' revenue.B.They contribute to the modernization of American farms.C.They remind Americans of the importance of agriculture.D.They provide a stage for people to give performances.Section CDirections: In this section, you will hear a passage three times.When the passage is read for the firsttime, you should listen carefully for its general idea.When the passage is read for thesecond time, you are required to fill in the blanks with the exact words you have justheard.Finally, when the passage is read for the third time, you should check what youhave written.Students' pressure sometimes comes from their parents.Most parents are (26) __________,butsomeofthemaren'tveryhelpfulwiththeproblemstheirsonsanddaughtershavein(27) __________college, and a few of them seem to go out of their way to add to their children'sdifficulties.For one thing, parents are often not (28) __________the kinds of problems their children face.They don't realize that the (29) __________is keener, that the required standards of work are higher, and that their children may not be prepared for the change.(30)__________to seeing A's andB's on high school report cards, they may be upset when their children's first semester college gradesare below that level.At their kindest, they may (31) __________inquire why John or Mary isn'tdoing better, whether he or she is tryingas hard as he or she should, and so on.At their worst, theymay (32) __________to take their children out of college, or (33)__________funds.Sometimes parents regard their children as extensions of themselves and think it only right and naturalthattheydeterminewhattheirchildrendowiththeirlives. Intheirinvolvementand(34)__________with their children, they forget that everyone is different and that each personmust develop in his or her ownway. They forgetthattheirchildren,whoarenowyoung(35)__________, must be the ones responsible for what they do and what they are.Part ⅢReading Comprehension (40 minutes)Section ADirections: In this section, there is a passage with ten blanks.You are required to select one word foreach blank from a list of choices given in a word bank following the passage.Read thepassage through carefully before making your choices.Each choice in the bank is identifiedby a letter.Please mark the corresponding letter for each item on Answer Sheet 2 with asingle line through the centre.You may not use any ,of the words in the bank more than once.Questions 36 to 45 are based on the following passage.Global warming is a trend toward warmer conditions around the world.Part of the warming isnatural; we have experienced a 20,000-year-long warming as the last ice age ended and the ice____36____away.However, we have already reached temperatures that are in____37____with other minimum-iceperiods, so continued warming is likely not natural.We are____38____to a predicted worldwide increase intemperatures____39____between 1℃ and 6℃ over the next 100 years.The warming will be more____40____insome areas, less in others, and some places may even cool off.Likewise, the____41____of this warming　will be very different depending on where you are-coastal areas must worry about rising sea levels,while Siberia and northern Canada may become more habitable (益居的) and____42____for humans than these areas are now.The fact remains, however, that it will likely get warmer, on____43____, everywhere.Scientists are in　general agreement that the warmer conditions we have been experiencing are at least in part the resultof a human-induced global warming trend.Some scientists_____44____that the changes we are seeing fallwithin the range of random (无规律的) variation--some years are cold, others warm, and we have justhad an unremarkable string of warm years____45____but that is becoming an increasingly rareinterpretation in the face of continued and increasing warm conditions.A.appealingB.averageC.contributingD.dramaticE.frequentlyF.impactG.line H.maintainI.melted J.persistK.ranging L.recentlyM.resolved N.sensibleO.shockSection BDirections:In this section, you are going to read a passage with ten statements attached to it.Eachstatement contains information given in one of the paragraphs.Identify the paragraph fromwhich the information is derived.You may choose a paragraph more than once.Eachparagraph is marked with a letter.Answer the questions by marking the correspondingletter on Answer Sheet 2.The End of the Book?A.Amazon, by far the largest bookseller in the country, reported on May 19 that it is now selling morebooks in its electronic Kindle format than in the old paper-and-ink format.That is remarkable,considering that the Kindle has only been around for four years.E-books now account for 14 percentof all book sales in this country and are increasing far faster than overall book sales.E-book salesare up 146 percent over last year, while hardback sales increased 6 percent and paperbacksdecreased 8 percent.B.Does this spell the doom of the physical book? Certainly not immediately, and perhaps not at all.What it does mean is that the book business will go through a transformation in the next decade orso more profound than any it has seen since Gutenberg introduced printing from moveable type inthe 1450s.C.Physical books will surely become much rarer in the marketplace.Mass market paperbacks, whichhave been declining for years anyway, will probably disappear, as will hardbacks for mysteries,thrillers,“omance fiction,”etc.Such books, which only rarely end up in permanent collections,either private or public, will probably only be available as e-books within a few years.Hardback andtrade paperbacks for“serious” nonfiction and fiction will surely last longer.Perhaps it will becomethe mark of an author to reckon with that he or she is Still published in hard copy.D.As for children's books, who knows? Children's_ books are like dog food in that the purchasers arenot the consumers, so the market (and the marketing) is inherently strange.E.For clues to the book's future, let's look at some examples of technological change and see whathappened to the old technology.F.One technology replaces another only because the new technology is better, cheaper, or both.Thegreater the difference, the sooner and more thoroughly the new technology replaces the old.Printingwith moveable type on paper dramatically reduced the cost of producing a book compared with theold-fashioned ones handwritten on vellum, which comes from sheepskin.A Bible--to be sure, a longbook--required vellum made from 300 sheepskins and countless man-hours of labor.Before printingarrived, a Bible cost more than a middle-class house.There were perhaps 50,000 books in all ofEurope in 1450.By 1500 there were 10 million.G.But while printing quickly caused the handwritten book to die out, handwriting lingered on(继续存在)well into the 16th century.Very special books are still occasionally produced on vellum, but they areone-of-a-kind show pieces.H.Sometimes a new technology doesn't drive the old one out, but only parts of it while forcing the restto evolve.The movies were widely predicted to drive live theater out of the marketplace, but theydidn't, because theater turned out to have qualities movies could not reproduce.Equally, TV wassupposed to replace movies but, again, did not. I.Movies did, however, fatally impact some parts of live theater.And while TV didn't kill movies, it didkill second-rate pictures, shorts, and cartoons.J.Nor did TV kill edy and drama shows (“Jack Benny,” “Amos and Andy,” “The Shadow”)all migrated to television.But because you can't drive a car and watch television at the same time,rush hour became radio's prime time, while music, talk, and news radio greatly enlarged theiraudiences.Radio is today a very different business than in the late 1940s and a much larger one.K.Sometimes old technology lingers for centtmes because of its symbolic power.Mounted cavalry (骑兵)replaced the chariot(二轮战车) on the battlefield around 1000 BC.But chariots maintained theirplace in parades and triumphs right up until the end of the Roman Empire 1,500 years later.Thesword hasn't had a militaryfunction for a hundred years, but is still part of an officer's full-dressuniform, precisely because a sword always symbolized “an officer and a gentleman.”L.Sometimes new technology is a little cranky(不稳定的) at first.Television repairman was a commonoccupation in the 1950s, for instance.And so the old technology remains as a backup.Steamshipscaptured the North Atlantic passenger business from sail in the 1840s because of its much greaterspeed.But steamships didn't lose their sails until the 1880s, because early marine engines had anasty habit of breaking down.Until ships became large enough (and engines small enough) to mounttwo engines side by side, they needed to keep sails.(The high cost of steam and the lesser need forspeed kept the majority of the world's ocean freight moving by sail until the early years of the 20th century.)M.Then there is the fireplace.Central heating was present in upper- and middle-class home by thesecond half of the 19th century.But functioning fireplaces remain to this day a powerful selling pointin a house or apartment.I suspect the reason is a deep-rooted love of fire.Fire was one of theearliest major technological advances for humankind, providing heat, protection, and cooked food (which is much easier to eat and digest).Human control of fire goes back far enough (over a millionyears) that evolution could have produced a genetic leaning towards fire as a central aspect ofhuman life.N.Books--especially books the average person could afford--haven't been around long enough toproduce evolutionary change in humans.But they have a powerfulhold on many people nonetheless,a hold extending far beyond their literary content.At their best, they are works of art and there is atactile (触觉的) pleasure in books necessarily lost in e-book versions.The ability to quickly thumbthrough pages is also lost.And a room with books in it induces, at least in some, a feeling notdissimilar to that of a fire in the fireplace on a cold winter's night.O.For these reasons I think physical books will have a longer existence as a commercial product thansome currently predict.Like swords, books have symbolic power.Like fireplaces, they induce a senseof comfort and warmth.And, perhaps, similar to sails, they make a useful backup for when the lightsgo out.46.Authors still published in printed versions will be considered important ones.47.Some people are still in favor of printed books because of the sense of touch they can provide.48.The radio business has changed greatly and now attracts more listeners.49.Contrary to many people's prediction of itsdeath, the film industry survived.50.Remarkable changes have taken place in the book business.51.Old technology sometimes continues to exist because of its reliability.52.The increase of e-book sales will force the book business to make changes not seen.for centuries.53.A new technology is unlikely to take the place of an old one without a clear advantage.54.Paperbacks of popular literature are more likely to be replaced by e-books.55.A house with a fireplace has a stronger appeal to buyers.Section CDirections: There are 2 passages in this section.Each passage .is followed by some questions orunfinished statements.For each of them there are four choices marked A, B, Cand D.You should decide on the best choice and mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 2with a single line through the centre.Passage OneQuestions 56 to 60 are based on the following passage.The question of whether our government should promote science and technology or the liberal artsin higher education isn't an either/or proposition (命题), although the current emphasis on preparingyoung Americans for STEM (science, technology, engineering, maths) -related fields can make it seem thatway.The latest congressional report acknowledges the critical importance of technical training, but alsoasserts that the study of the humanities (人文科学) and social sciences must remain central componentsof America's educational system at all levels.Both areas are critical to producing citizens who canparticipate effectively in our democratic society, become innovative (创新的) leaders, and benefit fromthe spiritual enrichment that the reflection on the great ideas of mankind over time provides.Parents and students who have invested heavily in higher education worry about graduates' jobprospects as technological advances and changes in domestic andglobal markets transform professions inways that reduce wages and cut jobs.Under these circumstances, it's natural to look for what mayappear to be the most“practical” way out of the problem:“Major in a subject designed to get you ajob” seems the obvious answer to some, though this ignores the fact that many disciplines in thehumanities characterized as“soft” often, in fact, lead to employment and success in the long run.Indeed, according to surveys, employers have expressed a preference for students who have received abroadly-based education that has taught them to write well, think critically, research creatively, andcommunicate easily.Moreover, students should be prepared not just for their first job, but for their 4th and 5th jobs, asthere's little reason to doubt that people entering the workforce today will be called upon to play manydifferent roles over the course of their careers.The ones who will do the best in this new environmentwill be those whose educations have prepared them to be flexible.The ability to draw upon everyavailable tool and .insight--picked up from science, arts, and technology--to solve the problems of thefuture, and take advantage of the opportunities that present themselves, will be helpful to them and theUnited States.56.What does the latest congressional report suggest?A.STEM-related subjects help students find jobs in the information society.B.The humanities and STEM subjects should be given equal importance.C.The liberal arts in higher education help enrich students' spiritual life.D.Higher education should be adjusted to the practical needs of society.57.What is the main concern of students when they choose a major?A.Their interest in relevant subjects.B.The academic value of the courses.C.The quality of education to receive.D.Their chances of getting a good job.58.What does the author say about the so-called soft subjects?A.They benefit students in their future life.B.They broaden students' range of interests.C.They improve students' communication skills.D.They are essential to students' healthy growth.59.What kind of job applicants do employers look for?A.Those who have a strong sense of responsibility.B.Those who are good at solving practical problems.C.Those who are likely to become innovative leaders.D.Those who have received a well-rounded education.60.What advice does the author give to college students?A.Seize opportunities to tap their potential.B.Try to take a variety of practical courses.C.Prepare themselves for different job .options.D.Adopt a flexible approach to solving problems.Passage TwoQuestions 61 to 65 are based on the following passage.Energy independence.It has a nice ring to it, doesn't it? If you think so, you're not alone, becauseenergy independence has been the dream of American presidents for decades, and never more so than inthe past few years, when the most recent oil price shock has been partly responsible for kicking off thegreat recession.“Energy independence” and its rhetorical(修辞的) companion “energy security', are, however, slipperyconcepts that are rarely thought through.What is it we want independence from, exactly?Most people would probably say that they want tobe independent from imported oil.But there arereasons that we buy all that off from elsewhere.The first reason is that we need it to keep our economy running.Yes, there is a trickle (涓涓细流)of biofuel (生物燃料) available, and more may become available, but most biofueis cause economic wasteand environmental destruction.Second, Americans have basically decided that they don't really want to produce all their Own oil.They value the environmental quality they preserve, over their off imports from abroad.Vast areas of theUnited States are off-limits to off exploration and production in the name of environmental protection.Towhat extent are Americans really willing to endure the environmental impacts of domestic energyproduction in order to cut back imports?Third, there are benefits to trade.It allows for economic efficiency, and when we buythings fromplaces that have lower production costs than we do, we benefit.And although you don't read about thismuch, the United States is also a large exporter of off products, selling about 2 million barrels ofpetroleum products per day to about 90 countries.There is no question that the United States imports a great deal of energy and, in fact, relies onthat steady flow to maintain its economy.When that flow is interrupted, we feel the pain in shortsupplies and higher prices.At the same time, we derive massive economic benefits when we buy themost affordable energy on the world market and when we engage in energy trade around the world.61.What does the author say about energy independence for America?A.It sounds very attractive.B.It ensures national security.C.It will bring oil prices down.D.It has long been everyone's dream.62.What does the author think of biofuels?A.They keep America's economy running healthily.B.They prove to be a good alternative to petroleum.C.They do not provide a sustainable energy supply.D.They cause serious damage to the environment63.Why does America rely heavily on off imports?A.It wants to expand its storage of crude oil.B.Its own oil reserves are quickly running out.C.It wants to keep its own environment intact.D.Its own oil production falls short of demand.64.What does the author say about oil trade?A.It proves profitable to both sides.B.It improves economic efficiency.C.It makes for economic prosperity.D.It saves the cost of oil exploration.65.What is the author's purpose in writing the passage?A.To justify America's dependence on oil imports.B.To arouse Americans' awareness of the energy crisis.C.To stress the importance of energy conservation.D.To explain the increase of international oil trade.Part IV Translation (30 minutes)Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to translate a passage from Chinese into English.You should write your answer on Answer Sheet 2.为了促进教育公平，中国已投入360亿元，用于改善农村地区教育设旋和加强中西部地区农村义务教育(compulsory education).这些资金用于改善教学设施、购买书籍，使l6万多所中小学受益.资金还用于购置音乐和绘画器材.现在农村和山区的儿童可以与沿海城市的儿童一样上音乐和绘画课.一些为接受更好教育而转往城市上学的学生如今又回到了本地农村学校就读.试题答案一、写作If l were to recommend the must-see city for a visitor to China．1 would undoubtedly come up with“Beijing”．Several reasons may account for my choice．First，as the capital city of China for over 700 years，Beijing is blessed with numerous tourist destinations of tremendous historical importance．These include the Great Wall，a famous line of defense；the Forbidden City，an enormous palace compound；the Temple of Heaven，a fascinating site of imperial worship；the Summer Palace，a wonderful imperial garden etc．Second，standing side by side with those brilliant symbols of the imperial past are artistic modern buildtngs such as the olympic Village，the Bird’S Nest Stadium and the Water Cube，as well as the characteristic Siheyuans and Hutongs，the very windows to Betjin9’S old ways of life．Third，home to Bering opera--a well-known traditional form of+art treasure--and thefamousspecialty PekingRoast Duck，Bering is ready to entertain any traveler’S eyes，ears and stomach．To summarize，Beijing is a city that a visitor to China should not miss．二、选择1.B2.A3.C4.B5.A6.D7.C8.B9.A 10.D 11.A 12.D 13.C 14.D 15.B 16.A 17.D 18.C 19.A 20.B 21.A 22.D 23.B 24.C 25.C三、运用26.well-meanin927.adjusting to28.aware ofpetition30.Accustomed31.gently32.threaten33．cut off34.identification35.adults。

2019年6月大学英语四级真题及答案详解(第一套)Part I Writing (25 minutes)(请于正式开考半小时内完成该部分，之后将进行听力考试)Directions:For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write an advertisement on your campus website to sell a computer you used at college. Your advertisement may include its brand, specifications/features, condition and price, and your contact information.You should write at least 120 words but no more than 180 words.Part II Listening Comprehension (30 minutes)Section ADirections:In this section, you will hear three news reports. At the end of each news report, you will hear two or three questions. Both the news report and questions will be spoken only once. After you hear questions, you must choose the best answer from the four choices marked A), B), C) and D). Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 1 with a single line through the centre.注意：此部分试题请在答题卡1上作答。

2019年6月英语四级听力真题【已公布】卷一：新闻1：Kelly escaped to managed to save her car after the four-mile road came out of the driving down the high way 。

Rattlesnakes are poisonous and threat to the peoplegenerally。

But the woman say the rattlesnake terrified heron her ways 。

It has big nails on the way to pick up herfriend。

I don’t know when my hands on my steer or not。

But I can guarantee myself。

She said the snake the was firstunder the seat until she could get out of the high way。

Here he comes， the snake tries to find its road and get out ofthe car。

Kelly called for help and， Washington controlanimal office would capture the snake。

Q1：How did Kelly feel when she first came across the Rattlesnake?Q2：What does the report say about the Rattlesnake?新闻2：(3)Fast food turns out is n’t quite as fast as it usedto be。

A new study finds that MacDonald posts its slowestdrives through times since this survey was first inductedfifty years ago。

2019年06月英语四级听力真题College English Test Band 4大学英语考试（四级）PART II Listening Comprehension第二部分：听力考试Section A Directions:A 部分In this section, you will hear three news reports, at the end of each news report, you will heartwo or three questions. Both the news reports and the questions will be spoken only once.考试说明：在这一部分，你将听到三篇新闻报道。

每篇新闻的结尾，会有两到三个问题。

新闻和问题只读一遍。

After you hear a question, you must choose the best answer from the four choices marked A, B, C, and D.听到问题后从A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳答案。

Then, mark the corresponding letter on answer sheet 1 with a single line through the centre.然后在答题纸1上相应的字母中间划上横线（涂满）。

News report 1新闻一France is facing potentially more than one billion dollars in lost revenue this year, due to huge declines in tourism.由于旅游业的大幅下滑，法国今年可能面临超过10亿美元的收入损失。

Safety concerns have been one of the biggest reasons why the country has lost over half abillion in revenue already in the first six months of 2016.在2016年的前六个月里，安全问题已成为该国损失超过5亿美元收入的最大原因之一。

2019年6月四级级真题及参考答案写作(共3套)第一套：For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write a news report to your school newspaper on a volunteer activity organized by your Student Union of visiting Home for the Elderly. You should write at least 120 words but no more than 180 words.范文On May 1, the student union of our school organized a voluntary activity, that is, the volunteers go to visit the home for the aged and spend time with them. Warmly welcomed by the elderly for their arrival,the volunteers and the elderly hugged each other in such friendly atmosphere.Then, the volunteers were busy working. Some were cleaning the floor, rooms and windows. The others were presenting the elderly with flowers and fruits,playing jokes and telling stories.Everything done, the volunteers and the elderly chatted in the yard happily. The scene was just like a photo of a whole family.How fantastic human beings are!Time flies and then it was time to go back. Theelderly people thanked the volunteers for the joys they brought. In a word, the loving activity means a lot and sets a good example to us.第二套：For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write a news report to your school newspaper on a volunteer activity organized by your Student Union of visiting a local farm. You should write at least 120 words but no more than 180 words.范文Visiting a Local FarmLast week the Student Union of our school organized an activity of visiting a local farm, a memorable experience which benefited us a lot.The Student Union organized the activity with the aim of enrich our college life. The students involved in the activity experienced the farm life and realized how laborious it is for farmers to harvest the ripe products.Since it is a significant activity, a great number of students had participated it. Students helped the farmers picking beans and fruits on the farm and helped them to carry the products to the farmers’markets. It was a really challenging and tiring job.Now we all know that we need to cherish every product we purchased from the market, which is the most meaningful inspiration we get. And I really appreciate the hard work of farmers.第三套：For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write a news report to your school newspaper on a volunteer activity organized by your Student Union of visiting Hope Elementary School. You should write at least 120 words but no more than 180 words.范文Hope Elementary SchoolNowadays, there are an increasing number of studentsin college choosing to participate in various kinds of volunteer work. Last week the student union organized an activity of visiting a Hope Elementary School, which made a deep impression on me. It is with great satisfaction to see the positive development of the children in the Hope Elementary School.By taking part in this activity, I learned more about what a Hope Elementary School can benefit children. Firstly, more opportunities are offered to them. The Hope Elementary school aims to help dropouts go back to school and improve educational conditions in poor regions. Secondly, The HopeElementary School can contribute to the improvement of national quality. More and more children can have the chance to enjoy high-quality education resources.In a word, I hope more and more Hope Elementary Schools can be built to benefit more and more children.听力(共2套)第一套：Section A:News Report One(1)A nine yearold central California boy braved strong currents and cold water to swim fromSan Francisco to Alcatraz Island and back. A California television station inFresno reported Tuesday that James Savage set a record as the youngest swimmerto make the journey to the former prison. The TV station reported that bycompleting the swim the fourth grade student from Los Banyuls broke a recordpreviously held by a ten year old boy. James said that waves in the SanFrancisco Bay hitting him in the face thirty minutes into his swim made himwant to give up. His father said he had offered his son one hundred dollars asa reward. (2)To encourage his struggling son he doubled it to two hundreddollars. James pushed forward making it to Alcatraz island and back in alittle more than two hours. Alcatraz is over a mile from the mainland. Questions 1 and 2are based on the news report you have just head.1. What did theboy from central California do according to the report?2. What did the father do to encourage his son?答案：1. A) He set a record by swimming to and from an island.2. A) He doubled the reward.News Report TwoOn January 1, new regulations will come into effect whicheliminate an annual leave bonus for people who put off marrying until the ageof 23 for women and25 for men the South China morning post reports. (3)The holidaybonus was designed to encourage young people to delay getting married in linewith China's one child policy.But with that policynow being abolished, this holiday incentive is no longernecessary the government says.In Shanghai, a youngcouple at a marriage registration office told the paper that they decided toregister their marriage as soon as possible to take advantage of the existingpolicy because an extra holiday was a big deal for them.In Beijing,one registration office had about 300 couples seeking to get married the dayafter the changes were announced, rather than the usual number of between 70and 80. (4)But one lawyer tells the paper that the changes still have to beadopted by local governments and these procedures take time.So peoplewho are rushing to register for marriage can relax.Questions 3 and 4are based on the news report you have just head.3.What was the purpose of the annual leave bonusin China?4. What do we learn about the new regulations?答案：3. B) To encourage the late marriage.4. D) They will not come into immediate effect.News Report Three(6) Everyone loves a goodhouse party, but the cleaning-up in the next morning isn’t as enjoyable. Now,however, a New Zealand based startup company aims to bring messy homes and evensplitting headaches back to normal. The probably named startup Morning-AfterMaids, was launched about a month ago in Auckland by roommates Rebecca Follyand Catherine Arthurs. Aside from cleaning-up, the two will also cookbreakfast, and even get coffee and painkillers for recovering marry makers. Althoughthey are both gainfully employed, they fit cleaning jobs into their nights andweekends, which is when their service is in most demand any way. Besides being floodedwith request from across the country, Folly and Arthurs have also receivedthe request fromUS and Canada to provide services there.(7)They arereportedly meeting with lawyers to see how best to take the business forward.Questions 5 to 7 are based on the news report you have just heard.5. what isthe news report mainly about?6. what is acommon problem with a house party?7. What areRebecca Folly and Catherine Arthurs planning to do?答案：5. A) Cleaning service ingreat demand all over the world.6. B) It leaves the house in a mess.7. D) Expand their business.Section B:Conversation OneW: Kyle, (8)howdid your driver's theory exam go? It was yesterday, right?M: Yes, I prepared as much as I could, butI was so nervous since it was my second try. The people who worked at the textcenter were very kind though, we had a little conversation which calmed me downa bit, and that was just what I needed. Then, after the exam, they printed outmy result, but I was afraid to open it until I was outside, it was such arelief to pass.W: Congratulations. I knew you could do it!I guess you (9) underestimated how difficult itwould be the first time, didn’t you? I hear a lot of people make thatmistake and go in under-prepared. But good job in passing the second time. I'mso proud of you. Now, all you have to do next is your road test. Have you hadany lessons yet?M: Yes, thanks, I'm so happy to be actuallyon the road now. (10)I have only had two drivinglessons so far, and my instructor is very understanding, so I'm really enjoying it. And I can't wait for my next session. Although the lessons are ratherexpensive, 20 pounds an hour. And the instructor says I’ll needabout 30 to 40 lessons in total, that's what——6 to 8 hundred pounds. (11)So this time I’llneed to make a lot more effort and hopefully will be successful the first time.W: Well, good luck.8. What did the man do yesterday?9. Why did he fail the exam the first time?10 What did the man say about his drivinglessons?11. What did the man hope to do next？答案：8. C) He took the driver’s theory exam.9. A) He was not well prepared.10. B) They are costly.11. A) Pass his road test the first time.Conversation TwoM：EmmaI got accepted to the university of LEEDS since you're going to university inEngland. 12.Do you know how much it is for international students to studythere?W：Congratulations.Yes, I believe for international students, you'll have to pay around 13,000pounds a year. It’s just a bit mo re than the local students.M: okay, so that'sabout 17,000 dollars for the tuition and fees. anyway,13 I’m only going tobe there for a year doing my masters. So it's pretty good .If I stayed inthe US it take two years and cost at least 50,000 dollars in tuition alonealso, 14.I have a good chance of winning a scholarship at LEEDS, which wouldbe pretty awesome. The benefits of being a music genius.W: Yeah,14. Iheard you're a talented piano player. So you're doing a postgraduate degreenow. I'm still in my last year graduating next June, finally, I’ll be done withmy studies and could go on to earning loads of money.M: Are you stillplanning on being a teacher? No money in that job then.W: You'd besurprised. 15.I'm still going to be a teacher. But the plan is towork at an international school overseas. After I get a year or so experience in England, It's better pay. And Iget to travel, which reminds me. I'm late for my class, and I’ve got somedocuments I need to print out first. I'd better run.12. What does theman want to know?13. What is theman going to do?14. What mightqualify the man for a scholarship at LEEDS university?15.What is thewoman planning to do after graduation?答案：12. C) Leeds’ tuition for international students13. D) Pursue postgraduate studies14. B) His outstanding musical talent15. D) Teach overseasSection C:Passage One(16) Scientistshave identified thousands of known ant species around the world—and only a few of them bug humans. Most ants live in the woods or out innature. There, they keep other creatures in check, distribute seeds, and cleandead and decaying materials from the ground.Avery small percentage of ants do harm to humans. But those are incrediblychallenging to control. They are small enough to easily slip inside your house,live in colonies that number in the tens of thousands to the hundreds ofthousands, and reproduce quickly. Thatmakes them good at getting in, and hard to kick out. Once they settle in, theseinsects start affecting your home. In addition to biting ants, other speciescan cause different kinds of damage. (17) Some, like carpenter ants, can undermine a home structure, while others interferewith electrical units.Unfortunately, our homes are very attractiveto ants, because they provide everything the colony needs to survive, such asfood, water, and shelter. So how can we prevent ants from getting into ourhomes? (18) Most important of all, avoid giving ants any access to food,particularly sugary food, because ants have a sweet tooth. We also need toclean up spills as soon as they occur and store food in airtight containers.Even garbage attracts ants, so empty yourtrash as often as possible, and storeyour outside garbage in a lidded can, well away from doors and windows.Questions16 to 18 are based on the passage you have just heard.16.What does the passage say about ants?17.What do we learn from the passage about carpenter ants?18.What can we do to prevent ants from getting into our homes?答案：16. C) Only a few species cause trouble to humans.17. B) They can cause damageto people's homes.18. A) Deny them access to any food.Passage Two(19)My research focus is on what happens to our immunesystem as we age. So the jobof the immune system is to fight infections. It also protects us from virusesand from auto immune diseases. Weknow that as we get older，it's easier for us toget infections. So older adultshave more chances of falling ill. Thisis evidence that our immune system really doesn't function so well when we age. In most of our work when we're lookingat older adults who've got an illness, we always have to have health controls. So we work very closely with a greatgroup of volunteers called the 1000 elders. Thesevolunteers are all 65 or over but in good health. (20)They come to the university toprovide us with blood samples to be interviewed and help us carry out a wholerange of research. (21)The real impact of our research isgoing to be on health in old age. Atthe moment we're living much longer. Lifeexpectancy is increasing at 2 years for every decade. That means an extra 5 hours a day. I want to make sure that older adultsare still able to enjoy their old age and that they're not spending time in hospitalwith infections feeling unwell and being generally weak. We want people to be healthy even whenthey are old.Questions 19 to 21 are based on the passage youhave just heard.19. What is the focus of the speaker’s research?20. Whatare the volunteers asked to do in the research?21. Whatdoes the speaker say will be the impact of his research?答案：19. D) The change in people’s immune system as they get older.20. B) Offer blood samples.21. C) Helping improve old people’s health conditions.Passage ThreeWhen Ted Komada started teaching 14 years ago at Kilip Elementaryhe didn't know how to manage a classroom and was struggling to connect with students. (22)He noticed a couple of days afterschool that a group of kids would get together to play chess. " I know how to play chess; let me go and show these kids how to do it," he said. Now Komada coach this school's chessteam. The whole program startedas a safe place for kids to come after school. (23)And this week dozens of thosestudents are getting ready to head out to Nashville Tennessee to compete withabout 5000 other young people at the SuperNationals of chess. The competition only happens every 4 years and the last time the team went, they won the third place in the nation. Komada says chess gives him and hisstudents control. The school hasthe highest number of kids from low-income families. Police frequent the areaday and night as 2 months ago a young man was shot just down the street. (25)Komada likes to teach hisstudents that they should think about their move before they do it. The lessons prove valuable outside theclassroom as well. Many parentssee these lessons translate into the real world. Students are more likely to thinkabout their actions and see whether they will lead to trouble.22. What did Ted Komadanotice one day after he started teaching at Kilip Elementary?23. What aredozens of students from Komada's school going to do this week.24. What do welearn about the students of Kilip Elementary?25. What have thestudents learned from Komada?答案：22. D) A group of kids were playing chess after school.23. C) Participate in a national chess competition.24. A) Most of them come from low-income families.25.B) Think twice before taking action.第二套:Section A: 1-71. B) Safety concerns.2. D) It plays an important role in thenation’s economy.3. C) To rescue two sick American workers.4. A) The darkness and cold.5. D) With a full-sized helicopter.6. B ) He has rich experience in flying.7. C ) Do something fun and creative.Section B: 8-158. D) To arrange the delivery of a package.9. C) She is not at home.10. B) He will be working somewhere else.11. A) Sign her name.12. B) Study abroad13. C) Rather depressed14. D) He has to finish an assignment15. A)Say goodbye to the woman at the airportSection C: 16-2516. C）Its height changes with each volcanic eruption.17. D) They make good fields for farming.18. B) They feed on certain small mammals.19. A) He is self-employed.20. B) Loving the work they do.21. A) It does not come to anything without hard work.22. C) It evolved in the mid-1970s.23. C) She hated to see her idling about.24. A) After she started teaching English.25. B) It has made her happy and energetic.阅读(共3套)第一套：选词填空标题：The center of 开头答案：26-30 HAGDI 31-35 NJEBK26. H) migrated27. A) bid28. G) legislation29. D) dominance30. I) replace31. N) sponsor32. J) represent33. E) fleets34. B) contrast35. K) restrictive段落匹配标题：How work开头答案：36-40 IGDNA 41-45 KHFMC仔细阅读Passage 1——In the classic开头46-50 ADBAC46. A) They may not guarantee a lasting marriage.47. D) They are more likely to contract serious illness than their wives.48. B) They are more likely to be get divorced.49. A) They are more accustomed to receiving care.50. C) Providing extra care for divorced women.Passage 2——If you were开头51-55 BADDC51. B) Unhappy52. A) It is related to the way our memorial work.53. D) Similar pronunciation of names.54. D) It most often occurs within a relationship group.55. C) They communicate more with their children.第二套：选词填空Just because they can’t sing opera or ride a bicycle开头26-30 CIKJA 31-35 BOGFM26. C) brutal27. I) image28. K) refined29. J) literally30. A) acquired31. B) adaptations32. O) thrive33. G) habitats34. F) extends35. M) speculate段落匹配标题：Living with parents edges out other livingarrangements for 18- to 34-year-olds36-40 HEGBK 41-45 FIHJG仔细阅读Passage 1——According to开头46-50 DCBCA46. D) They are just as intelligent and innovative as men.47. C) Their failures may have something to do with family duties.48. B) Gender bias.49. C) The public is undecided about whether it will have more women leaders.50. A) A woman in the highest position of government.Passage 2——People have grown开头51-55 BCABD51. B) There has been a marked increase in most counties.52. C) It impacts more on an indigo than on a population.53. A) They tend to live longer.54. B) They are actually shorter than their earlier generations.55. D) Ensure our children grow up in an ideal environment.第三套：选词填空Ships开头26-30 GMALC 31-35 FJOIE26. G) habitats27. M) stripped28. A) create29. L) stretches30. C) eventually31. F) exterior32. J) investment33. O) victim34. I)intentionally35. E) exploring段落匹配标题：Make Stuff, Fail, And Learn While You’re At It36-40 ELHFA 41-45 JGNDI仔细阅读Passage 1——Most kids开头46-50 DDBAD46. D)Exhibit their artistic creations in an old house.47. D) They are mostly passers-by.48. B) They expressed their thoughts in graffiti on the theme of each session.49. A) It is a historic site that attracts tourists and artists.50. D)It has created some meaningful artistic works.Passage 2——Online开头51-55 ACABD51. A) Patients may not be able to carry them through for effective cure.52. C) Their easy and inexpensive access by patients.53. A) Online CBT programs are no more effective than regular care from physicians.54. B) Their effectiveness should not be overestimated.55. D) Human interaction翻译(共3套)第一套：灯笼灯笼起源于东汉，最初主要用于照明。

2019年6月大学生英语四级考试真题Title: 2019 June College English CET-4 Exam Questions and AnalysisIntroductionThe 2019 June College English Test-4 (CET-4) was held on [date]. The exam is an important test for college students in China to assess their English proficiency. In this article, we will provide an analysis of the exam questions and discuss the key areas tested.Listening SectionThe listening section of the exam consisted of [number] questions, divided into various tasks such as listening to conversations, news reports, and academic lectures. Students were required to demonstrate their ability to understand spoken English in different contexts. One challenging task involved listening to a lecture on environmental issues and answering questions about the main ideas and details.Reading SectionThe reading section of the exam included [number] passages covering a range of topics such as technology, education, andsocial issues. Students had to read carefully and answer questions based on the information provided in the text. One passage focused on the benefits and drawbacks of social media in modern society, requiring students to analyze different perspectives and draw conclusions.Writing SectionThe writing section required students to write an essay on a given topic within a specified time limit. The essay prompts varied, with topics such as the impact of technology on communication and the importance of environmental conservation. Students needed to demonstrate their ability to organize ideas, present arguments logically, and use appropriate vocabulary and grammar.Overall AnalysisThe 2019 June CET-4 exam tested students' listening, reading, and writing skills, as well as their ability to think critically and express ideas effectively in English. The exam questions were designed to assess students' proficiency in different areas of the language and their ability to apply their knowledge to real-life situations. By analyzing the exam questions and practicing regularly, students can improve their English skills and perform well on future exams.ConclusionThe 2019 June College English CET-4 exam was a challenging test that required students to demonstrate their listening, reading, and writing skills in English. By studying and practicing regularly, students can improve their English proficiency and achieve success in the exam. We hope this analysis has been helpful in understanding the key areas tested in the exam and preparing for future exams.。

2019年6⽉四级真题第⼆套附答案及听⼒材料2019年6⽉四级真题（第⼆套）答案附后⾯Part I WritingDirections: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write a news report to your campus newspaper on a visit to a Hope elementary school organized by your Student Union.You should write at least 120 words but no more than 180 words. Part II Listening ComprehensionSection ADirections: In this section, you will hear three news reports. At the end of each news report, you will hear two or three questions. Both the news report and the questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a question, you must choose the best answer from the four choices marked A), B), C) and D). Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 1 with a single line through the centre.Questions 1 and 2 are based on the news report you have just heard.1.A) Heavy floods.B) Safety concerns.C) Bad economy.D) Workers’ strikes.2.A) It is competitive with its numerous tourist destinations.B) It provides many job opportunities for French people.C) It is the biggest concern of the French government.D) It plays an important role in the nation’s economy.Questions 3 and 4 are based on the news report you have just heard.A) To carry out a scientific survey.B) To establish a new research station.C) To rescue two sick American workers.D) To deliver urgent medical supplies.4.A) The darkness and cold.B) The heavy snow and fog.C) The biting winds.D) The ice all around.Questions 5 to 7 are based on the news report you have just heard.5.A) By tying it to a door handle.B) By shaking it back and forth.C) With a remote control craft.D) With a full-sized helicopter.6.A) He has lots of fans on Facebook.B) He has rich experience in flying.C) He often suffers from toothaches.D) He has learned to pull teeth from a video.7.A) Spend more time together.B) Tell them adventure stories.C) Do something fun and creative.D) Play with them in a safe place.Section BDirections: In this section, you will hear two long conversations. At the end of each conversation, you will hear four questions. Both the conversation and the questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a question, you must choose the best answer from the four choices marked A), B), C) and D). Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 1 with a single line through the centre.Questions 8 to 11 are based on the conversation you have just heard.8.A) To confirm an urgent appointment.B) To collect a package from the woman.C) To ask the woman to sign a document.D) To arrange the delivery of a package.9.A) She is doing shopping.B) She is visiting a friend.C) She is not at home.D) She is not feeling well.10.A) He will be off duty the whole day.B) He will be working somewhere else.C) He will have to have his car repaired.D) He will be too busy to spare any time.11.A) Sign her name.B) Confirm online.C) Pay a small fee.D) Show up in person.Questions 12 to 15 are based on the conversation you have just heard.12.A) Vacation in Italy.B) Study abroad.C) Throw a farewell party.D) Go to a fashion show in Milan.13.A) Quite sleepy.B) Very excited.C) Rather depressed.D) Nearly exhausted.14.A) He has to attend a party.B) He has to meet a friend.C) He has to make a presentation.D) He has to finish an assignment.15.A) Say goodbye to the woman at the airport.B) Meet the woman at the Black Cat Cafe.C) Drive the woman to the airport.D) Have lunch with the woman.Section CDirections: In this section, you will hear three passages. At the end of each passage, you will hear three or four questions. Both the passage and the questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a question, you must choose the best answer from the four choices marked A), B), C) and D). Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 1 with a single line through the centre.Questions 16 to 18 are based on the passage you have just heard.16.A) It has kept growing over the centuries.B) Its top is hidden in clouds of volcanic smoke.C) Its height changes with each volcanic eruption.D) It has a recorded history of 1,500 years.A) They are now a tourist destination.B) They attract a lot of migrating birds.C) They provide shelter for the farmers.D) They make good fields for farming.18.A) They nest on the volcano’s slopes.B) They feed on certain small mammals.C) They compete with each other for food.D) They match large mammals in strength.Questions 19 to 21 are based on the passage you have just heard.19.A) He is self-employed.B) He is a career advisor.C) He studies talent.D) He owns a magazine.20.A) Doing what they like best.B) Loving the work they do.C) Making no excuses for failures.D) Following their natural instinct.21.A) It does not come to anything without hard work.B) It may prove to be quite different from hard work.C) It is a natural gift only some special people can possess.D) It does not come to you until something special happens. Questions 22 to 25 are based on the passage you have just heard.A) It is a bit difficult to learn.B) It was popular in New Zealand.C) It is a traditional type of ballet.D) It evolved in the mid-1970s.23.A) She wanted her to be a ballet dancer.B) She used to be a ballet dancer herself.C) She hated to see her idling about.D) She was too busy to look after her.24.A) After she started teaching English.B) Before she left for New Zealand.C) When she moved to New York city.D) Once she began to live on her own.25.A) It has renewed her passion for life.B) It has made her happy and energetic.C) It has helped her make new friends.D) It has enabled her to start a new career.Part III Reading ComprehensionSection ADirections: In this section, there is a passage with ten blanks. You are required to select one word for each blank from a list of choices given in a word bank following the passage. Read the passage through carefully before making your choices. Each choice in the bank is identified by a letter. Please mark the corresponding letter for each item on Answer Sheet 2 with a single line through the centre. You may not use any of the words in the bank more than once.Just because they can’t sing opera or ride a bicycle doesn’t mean that animals don’t have culture. There’s no better example of this than killer whales. As one of the most 26 predators (⾷⾁动物)，killer whales may not fit the 27 of a cultured creature. However, these beasts of the sea do display a vast range of highly 28 behaviors that appear to be driving their genetic development.The word “culture” comes from the Latin “colere”, which 29 means “to cultivate.” In other words, it refers to anything that is 30 or learnt, rather than instinctive or natural. Among human populations, culture not only affects the way we live, but also writes itself into our genes, affecting who we are. For instance, having spent many generations hunting the fat marine mammals of the Arctic, the Eskimos of Greenland have developed certain genetic 31 that help them digest and utilize this fat-rich diet, thereby allowing them to 32 in their cold climate.Like humans, killer whales have colonized a range of different 33 across the globe, occupying every ocean basin on the planet, with an empire that34 from pole to pole. As such, different populations of killer whales have had to learn different hunting techniques in order to gain the upper hand over their local prey (猎物). This, in turn, has a major effect on their diet, leading scientists to 35 that the ability to learn population-specific hunting methods could be driving the animals’ genetic development.Section BDirections: In this section, you are going to read a passage with ten statements attached to it. Each statement contains information given in one of the paragraphs. Identify the paragraph from which the information is derived. You may choose a paragraph more than once. Each paragraph is marked with a letter. Answer the questions by marking the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 2.Living with parents edges out other living arrangements for 18- to 34-year-olds A) Broad demographic (⼈⼝的) shifts in marital status, educational attainment and employment have transformed the way young adults in the U.S. are living, and a new Pew Research Center analysis highlights the implications of these changes for the most basic element of their lives –where they call home. In 2014, for the first time inmore than 130 years, adults ages 18 to 34 were slightly more likely to be living in their parents’ home than they were to be living with a spouse or partner in their own household.B) This turn of events is fueled primarily by the dramatic drop in the share of young Americans who are choosing to settle down romantically before age 35. Dating back to 1880, the most common living arrangement among young adults has been living with a romantic partner, whether a spouse or a significant other. This type of arrangement peaked around 1960, when 62% of the nation’s 18- to 34-year-olds were living with a spouse or partner in their own household, and only one-in-five were living with their parents.C) By 2014, 31.6% of young adults were living with a spouse or partner in their own household, below the share living in the home of their parent(s) (32.1%). Some 14% of young adults lived alone, were a single parent or lived with one or more roommates. The remaining 22% lived in the home of another family member, such as a grandparent, in-law or sibling (兄弟姐妹), a non-relative, or in group quarters like college dormitories.D) It’s worth noting that the overall share of young adults living with their parents was not at a record high in 2014. This arrangement peaked around 1940, when about 35% of the nation’s 18- to 34-year-olds lived with mom and/or dad (compared with 32% in 2014). What has changed, instead, is the relative share adopting different ways of living in early adulthood, with the decline of romantic coupling pushing living at home to the top of a much less uniform list of living arrangements.E) Among young adults, living arrangements differ significantly by gender. For men ages 18 to 34, living at home with mom and/or dad has been the dominant living arrangement since 2009. In 2014, 28% of young men were living with a spouse or partner in their own home, while 35% were living in the home of their parent(s). Young women, however, are still more likely to be living with a spouse or romantic partner (35%) than they are to be living with their parent(s) (29%).F) In 2014, more young women (16%) than young men (13%) were heading up a household without a spouse or partner. This is mainly because women are more likely than men to be single parents living with their children. For their part, young men (25%) are more likely than young women (19%) to be living in the home of another family member, a non-relative or in some type of group quarters.G) A variety of factors contribute to the long-run increase in the share of young adults living with their parents. The first is the postponement of, if not retreat from, marriage. The average age of first marriage has risen steadily for decades. In addition, a growing share of young adults may be eschewing marriage altogether. A previous Pew Research Center analysis projected that as many as one-in-four of today’s young adults may never marry. While cohabitation (同居) has been on the rise, the overall share of young adults either married or living with an unmarried partner has substantially fallen since 1990.H) In addition, trends in both employment status and wages have likely contributed to the growing share of young adults who are living in the home of their parent(s), and this is especially true of young men. Employed young men are much less likely to live at home than young men without a job, and employment among young men has fallen significantly in recent decades. The share of young men with jobs peaked around 1960 at 84%. In 2014, only 71% of 18- to 34-year-old men were employed. Similarly with earnings, young men’s wages (after adjusting for inflation) have been on a downward trajectory (轨道) since 1970 and fell significantly from 2000 to 2010. As wages have fallen, the share of young men living in the home of their parent(s) has risen.I) Economic factors seem to explain less of why young adult women are increasingly likely to live at home. Generally, young women have had growing success in the paid labor market since 1960 and hence might increasingly be expected to be able to afford to live independently of their parents. For women, delayed marriage – which is related, in part, to labor market outcomes for men – may explain more of the increase in their living in the family home.J) The Great Recession (and modest recovery) has also been associated with an increase in young adults living at home. Initially in the wake of the recession, college enrollments expanded, boosting the ranks of young adults living at home. And given the weak job opportunities facing young adults, living at home was part of the private safety net helping young adults to weather the economic storm.K) Beyond gender, young adults’ living arrangements differ considerably by education – which is tied to financial means. For young adults without a bachelor’s degree, as of 2008 living at home with their parents was more prevalent than living with a romantic partner. By 2014, 36% of 18- to 34-year-olds who had not completed a bachelor’s degree were living with their parent(s) while 27% were living wi th a spouse or partner. Among college graduates, in 2014 46% were married or living with a partner, and only 19% were living with their parent(s). Young adults with a college degree have fared much better in the labor market than their less-educated counterparts, which has in turn made it easier to establish their own households. 36. Unemployed young men are more likely to live with their parents than the employed.37. In 2014, the percentage of men aged 18 to 34 living with their parents was greater than that of their female counterparts.38. The percentage of young people who are married or live with a partner has greatly decreased in the past three decades or so.39. Around the mid-20 century, only 20 percent of 18- to 34-year-olds lived in their parents’ home.40. Young adults with a college degree found it easier to live independently of their parents.41. Young men are less likely to end up as single parents than young women.42. More young adult women live with their parents than before due to delayed marriage.43. The percentage of young men who live with their parents has grown due to their decreased pay in recent decades.44. The rise in the number of college students made young adults live with their parents.45. One reason for young adults to live with their parents is that they get married late or stay single all their lives.Section CDirections: There are 2 passages in this section. Each passage is followed by some questions or unfinished statements. For each of them there are four choices marked A), B), C) and D). You should decide on the best choice and mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 2 with a single line through the centre.Passage OneQuestions 46 to 50 are based on the following passage.According to the majority of Americans, women are every bit as capable of being good political leaders as men. The same can be said of their ability to dominate the corporate boardroom. And according to a new Pew Research Center survey on women and leadership, most Americans find women indistinguishable from men on key leadership traits such as intelligence and capacity for innovation, with many saying they’re stronger than men in terms of being passionate and organized leaders. So why, then, are women in short supply at the top of government and business in the United States? According to the public, at least, it’s not that they lack toughness, management talent or proper skill sets.It’s also not all about work-life balance. Although economic research and previous survey findings have shown that career interruptions related to motherhood may make it harder for women to advance in their careers and compete for top executive jobs, relatively few adults in the recent survey point to this as a key barrier for women seeking leadership roles. Only about one-in-five say women’s family responsibilities are a major reason why there aren’t more females in top leadership positions in business and politics.Instead, topping the list of reasons, about four-in-ten Americans point to a double standard for women seeking to climb to the highest levels of either politics or business, where they have to do more than their male counterparts to prove themselves. Similar shares say the electorate (选民) and corporate America are just not ready to put more women in top leadership positions.As a result, the public is divided about whether the imbalance in corporate America will change in the foreseeable future, even though women have made major advances in the workplace. While 53% believe men will continue to hold more top executive positions in business in the future, 44% say it’s only a matter of time before as many women are in top executive positions as men. Americans are less doubtful when it comes to politics: 73% expect to see a female president in their lifetime.46. What do most Americans think of women leaders according to a new Pew Research Center survey?A) They have to do more to distinguish themselves.B) They have to strive harder to win their positions.C) They are stronger than men in terms of willpower.D) They are just as intelligent and innovative as men.47. What do we learn from previous survey findings about women seeking leadership roles?A) They have unconquerable difficulties on their way to success.B) They are lacking in confidence when competing with men.C) Their failures may have something to do with family duties.D) Relatively few are hindered in their career advancement.48.What is the primary factor keeping women from taking top leadership positions according to the recent survey?A) Personality traits.B) Gender bias.C) Family responsibilities.D) Lack of vacancies.49. What does the passage say about corporate America in the near future?A) More and more women will sit in the boardroom.B) Gender imbalance in leadership is likely to change.C) The public is undecided about whether women will make good leaders.D) People have opposing opinions as to whether it will have more women leaders.50. What do most Americans expect to see soon on America’s political stage?A) A woman in the highest position of government.B) More and more women actively engaged in politics.C) A majority of women voting for a female president.D) As many women in top government positions as men.Passage TwoQuestions 51 to 55 are based on the following passage.People have grown taller over the last century, with South Korean women shooting up by more than 20cm on average, and Iranian men gaining 16.5cm. A global study looked at the average height of 18-year-olds in 200 countries between 1914 and 2014.The results reveal that while Swedes were the tallest people in the world in 1914, Dutch men have risen from 12th place to claim top spot with an average height of 182.5cm. Latvian women, meanwhile, rose from 28th place in 1914 to become the tallest in the world a century later, with an average height of 169.8cm.James Bentham, a co-author of the research from Imperial College, London, says the global trend is likely to be due primarily to improvements in nutrition and healthcare. “An individual’s genetics has a big influence on their height, but once you average over whole populations, genetics plays a less key role,” he added.A little extra height brings a number of advantages, says Elio Riboli of Imperial College. “Being taller is associated with longer life expectancy,” he said. “This is largely due to a lower risk of dying of cardiovascular (⼼⾎管的) disease among taller people”.But while height has increased around the world, the trend in many countries of north and sub-Saharan Africa causes concern, says Riboli. While height increased in Uganda and Niger during the early 20th century, the trend has reversed in recent years, with height decreasing among 18-year-olds.“One reason for these decreases in height is the economic situation in the1980s,” said Alexander Moradi of the University of Sussex. The nutritional and health crises that followed the policy of structural adjustment, he says, led to many children and teenagers failing to reach their full potential in terms of height.Bentham believe the global trend of increasing height has important implications. “How tall we are now is strongly influenced by the environment we grew up in,” he said. “If we give children the best possible start in life now, they will be healthier and more productive for decades to com e.”51. What does the global study tell us about people’s height in the last hundred years?A) There is a remarkable difference across continents.B) There has been a marked increase in most countries.C) The increase in people’s height has been quickenin g.D) The increase in women’s height is bigger than in men’s.52. What does James Bentham say about genetics in the increase of people’s height?A) It counts less than generally thought.B) It outweighs nutrition and healthcare.C) It impacts more on an individual than on population.D) It plays a more significant role in females than in males.53. What does Elio Riboli say about taller people?A) They tend to live longer.B) They enjoy an easier life.C) They generally risk fewer fatal diseases.D) They have greater expectations in life.54. What do we learn about 18-year-olds in Uganda and Niger?A) They grow up slower than their peers in other countries.B) They are actually shorter than their earlier generations.C) They find it hard to bring their potential into full play.D) They have experienced many changes of government.55. What does James Bentham suggest we do?A) Watch closely the global trend in children’s development.B) Make sure that our children grow up to their full height.C) Try every means possible to improve our environment.D) Ensure our children grow up in an ideal environment.Part IV TranslationDirections: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to translate a passage from Chinese into English. You should write your answer on Answer Sheet 2.灯笼起源于东汉，最初主要⽤于照明。

2019年英语四级6月真题第一套作文The Importance of Environmental Protection in Modern SocietyIn today's modern society, the issue of environmental protection has become increasingly important. With the rapid industrialization and urbanization, the natural environment is facing unprecedented challenges, and the need for environmental protection has never been more urgent. This essay will delve into the historical background, various perspectives, case studies, benefits and drawbacks, and future implications of environmental protection in modern society.The historical background of environmental protection can be traced back to the industrial revolution, which marked the beginning of large-scale environmental degradation. The rapid development of industries and the burning of fossil fuels led to air and water pollution, deforestation, and loss of biodiversity. As a response to these issues, environmental movements and organizations emerged, advocating for the protection of the natural environment. Over time, governments and international bodies have also recognized the importance of environmental protection, leading to the establishment of environmental laws and regulations.There are various perspectives and opinions surrounding the topic of environmental protection. On one hand, environmentalists emphasize the need to conserve natural resources, reduce pollution, and mitigate climate change. They argue that without a healthy environment, human health and well-being are at risk. On the other hand, some individuals and industries prioritize economic development over environmental protection, believing that strict regulations may hinder economic growth. It is important to consider these differing perspectives and find a balance between environmental conservation and economic development.Case studies and examples can illustrate the importance of environmental protection. For instance, the Great Barrier Reef in Australia is facing severe damage due to climate change and pollution. The loss of this natural wonder not only impacts the marine ecosystem but also the tourism industry and localcommunities. Similarly, air pollution in major cities like Beijing and New Delhi has led to serious health problems for residents, highlighting the urgent need for environmental protection measures.A critical evaluation of environmental protection reveals both benefits and drawbacks. On the positive side, environmental protection can lead to improved public health, conservation of natural resources, and sustainable development. However, there are also challenges such as the cost of implementing environmental regulations, potential job losses in polluting industries, and the difficulty of achieving international cooperation on environmental issues.Looking towards the future, environmental protection will continue to be a pressing issue for society. It is essential for governments, industries, and individuals to work together to develop sustainable practices and technologiesthat minimize environmental impact. Recommendations for the future include investing in renewable energy sources, promoting eco-friendly transportation, and raising awareness about the importance of environmental protection.In conclusion, environmental protection is a critical issue in modern society, with historical roots in the industrial revolution and ongoing challenges related to pollution and climate change. By considering different perspectives, case studies, and evaluating the benefits and drawbacks, it is evident that environmental protection is essential for the well-being of current and future generations. Moving forward, it is crucial to prioritize environmental protection and take proactive measures to ensure a sustainable and healthy planet for all.。

2019年6月英语四级听力： NaturalResources2019年6月英语四级听力50篇汇总英语四级听力50篇： Natural ResourcesThrough the changes in the ways of making a living in a family over several generations, the cartoon aims at sounding a warning against man’s wasteful use of natural resources and emphasizing the urgent need to preserve these resources.Ever since man appeared on the earth, man’s survival has been heavily dependent on nature. Almost everything we use in our everyday life comes from nature, ranging from the food we eat, the water we drink, to the wood which is turned into furniture. With the development of technology and population growth, the amount and range of materials used has increased at an alamp3ing rate.However, natural resources are not inexhaustible. Some reserves are already on the brink of exhaustion and there is no hope of replacing them. The widespread water shortage is an example in point. If man continued to squander natural resources with no thought for the future, the whole world would be in a mess.Useful Words and Expressions:1. make a living 谋生2. aim at 瞄准3. aim high 胸怀大志4. alamp3ing使人惊动的5. inexhaustible 无穷无尽的6. squander 浪费7. be in a mess 乱七八糟。

2019年6月大学英语四级真题及解析（第一套）Part I Writing (30 minutes)Directions：For this part，you are allowed 30 minutes to write a news report to your campus newspaper on a visit to a local farm organized by your Student Union. You should write at least 120 words but no more than 180 wordsPart II Listening Comprehension (25 minutes)Section ADirections: In this section, you will hear three news reports. At the end of each news report, you will hear two or three questions. Both the news report and the questions will bespoken only once. After you hear a question, you must choose the best answer fromthe four choices marked A), B), C) and D). Then mark the corresponding letter onAnswer Sheet 1 with a single line through the centre.【听力原文】News Report OneA 9-vear-old Central California boy braved strong currents and cold water to swim from San Francisco to Alcatraz Island and back.A California television station in Fresno reported Tuesday that James Savage set a record as the youngest swimmer to make the journey to the former prison. The TV station reported that by completing the swim, the fourth-grade student from Los Banos broke a record previously held by a 10-year-old boy.James said that waves in the San Francisco Bay hitting him in the face 30 minutes into his swim made him want to give up. His father said he had offered his son $ 100 as a reward; to encourage his struggling son, he doubled it to $ 200.James pushed forward，making it to Alcatraz Island and back in a little more than two hours. Alcatraz is over a mile from the mainland. Questions I and 2 are based on the news report you have just heard.1. What did the boy from central California do according to report?A. He visited a prison located on a faraway island.B. He swam around an island near San Francisco.C. He celebrated his ninth birthday on a small island.D. He set a record by swimming to and from an island.2. What did the father do to encourage his son?A. He set him an example.B. He doubled the reward.C. He had the event covered on TV.D. He cheered him on all the way.【听力原文】News Report TwoOn the first January, new regulations will coming to effect which eliminate an annual leave bonus for people who put off marrying until the age of 23 for women and 25 for men, the South China morning post reports.The holiday bonus was designed to encourage young people to delay getting married in line with China's one-child policy. But with that policy now being abolished，this holiday incentive is no longer necessary, the government says.In Shanghai, a young couple at a marriage registration office told the paper that they decided to register their marriage as soon as possible to take advantage of the existing policy because an extra holiday was a big deal for them. In Beijing, one registration office had about 300 couples seeking to get married the day after the changes were announced, rather than the usual number of between 70 and 80.But one lawyer tells the paper that the changes still have to be adopted by local governments and these procedures take time. So people who are rushing to register for marriage can relax. Questions 3 and 4 are based on the news report you have just heard.3. What was the purpose of the annual leave bonus of China?A. To give people more time to travel.B. To increase working efficiency.C. To encourage late marriage.D. To end the one-child policy.4. What do we learn about the new regulations?A. They will not come into immediate effect.B. They will boost China's economic growth.C. They will help to popularize early marriage.D. They will not be welcomed by young people.【听力原文】News Report ThreeEveryone loves a good house party, but the cleaning-up the next morning isn't as enjoyable. Now, however, a New Zealand-based startup company aims to bring messy homes-and even splitting headaches-back to normal.The properly named startup Morning After Maids, was launched about a month ago in Auckland by roommates Rebecca Foley and Catherine Ashurst. Aside from cleaning-up, he two will also cook breakfast, and even get coffee and painkillers for recovering merrymakers. Although they are both gainfully employed, they fit cleaning jobs into their nights and weekends, which is when their service is in most demand anyway.Besides being flooded with requests from across the country, Foley and Ashurst have also received requests from the U.S. and Canada to provide services there, they are reportedly meeting with lawyers to see how best to take the business forward.Questions 5 to 7 are based on the news report you have just heard.5. What is the news report mainly about?A. Cleaning service in great demand all over the world.B. A new company to clean up the mess after parties.C. Two ladies giving up well-paid jobs to do cleaning.D. Cleaners gainfully employed at nights and weekends6. What is a common problem with the house party?A. It leaves the house in a mess.B. It takes a lot of time to prepare.C. It makes party goers exhausted.D. It creates noise and misconduct.7. What are Rebecca Folly and Catherine Ashers planning to do?A. Visit the U.S. and Canada.B. Hire an Australian lawyer.C. Expand their business.D. Settle a legal dispute.Section B ConversationDirections: In this section, you will hear two long conversations. At the end of each conversation, you will hear four questions. Both the conversation and the questions will be spokenonly once. After you hear a question, you must choose the best answer from the fourchoices marked A), B), C) and D). Then mark the corresponding letter on AnswerSheet 1with a single line through the centre.【听力原文】Conversation OneW: Kyle, how did your driver's theory exam go? It was yesterday, right?M: Y es, I prepared as much as I could, but I was so nervous since it was my second try. The people who worked at the test center were very kind though. We had a little conversation which calmed me down a bit, and that was just what I needed. Then, after the exam, they printed out my result, but I was afraid to open it until I was outside, it was such a relief to pass. W: Congratulations. I knew you could do it! I guess you underestimated how difficult it would be the first time, didn't you? I hear a lot of people make that mistake and go in underprepared.But good job in passing the second time. I'm so proud of you. Now all you have to do next is your road test. Have you had any lessons yet?M: Y es, thanks, I'm so happy to be actually on the road now. I've only had two driving lessons so far, and my instructor is very understanding, so I'm really enjoying it. And I can't wait for my next session. Although the lessons are rather expensive, 20pounds an hour, and the instructor says I'll need about 30 to 40 lessons in total that's what-six to eight hundred pounds. So this time I'll need to make a lot more effort and hopefully will be successful the first time.W: Well, good luck.Questions 8 to 11 are based on the conversation you have just heard.8. What did the man do yesterday?A. He passed the driver's road test.B. He took the driver's theory exam.C. He got his driver's license.D. He had a driving lesson.9. Why did he fail the exam the first time?A. He was not well prepared.B. He was not used to the test formatC. He did not get to the exam in time.D. He did not follow the test procedure.10. What does the man say about his driving lessons?A. They are too short.B. They are tough.C. They are costly.D. They are helpful.11. What does the man hope to do next?A. Earn enough money for driving lessons.B. Find an experienced driving instructor.C. Test-drive a few times on highways.D. Pass his road test the first time. Questions 12 to 15 are based on the conversation you have just heard.【听力原文】Conversation TwoM: Emma, I got accepted to the University of Leeds. Since you're going to university in England, do you know how much it is for international students to study there?W: Congratulations. Yes, I believe for international students you'll have to pay around thirteen thousand pounds a year. It's just a bit more than the local students.M: OK. So that's about seventeen thousand dollars for the tuition and fees. Anyway I'm only going to be there for a year, doing my master's. So it's pretty good. If I stayed in the US, it'd take two years and cost at least fifty thousand dollars in tuition alone. Also, I have a good chance of winning a scholarship at Leeds which would be pretty awesome, the benefits of being a music genius.W: Yeah. I heard you're a talented piano player. So you're doing a postgraduate degree now. I'm still in my last year，graduating next June. Finally I'll be done with my studies and could go on to earning loads of money.M: Are you still planning on being a teacher? No money in that job then.W: You'd be surprised. I'm still going to be a teacher. But the plan is to work at an international school overseas after I get a year or so experience in England. It's better paid, and I get to travel, which reminds me I'm late for my class, and I've got some documents I need to print out first. I've better run.12. What does the man want to know?A. The acceptance rate at Leeds.B. Where the woman studies.C. How to apply for studies at a university.D. Leeds’ tuition for international students.13. What is the man going to do?A. Pursue postgraduate studies.B. Do research on higher education.C. Apply to an American university.D. Perform in a famous musical14. What might qualify the man for a scholarship at the Leeds University?A. His unique experience.B. His academic excellence.C. His outstanding musical talent.D. His favorable recommendations.15. What is the woman planning to do after graduation?A. Travel widely.B. Teach overseas.C. Do a master's degree.D. Settle down in England.Section CDirections: In this section, you will hear three passages. At the end of each passage, you will hear three or four questions. Both the passage and the questions will be spoken only once.After you hear a question, you must choose the best answer from the four choicesmarked A), B), C) and D). Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 1with a single line through the centre.【听力原文】Passage OneScientists have identified thousands of known ant species around the world-and only a few of them bug humans. Most ants live in the woods or out in nature. There, they keep other creatures in check, distribute seeds, and clean dead and decaying materials from the ground.A very small percentage of ants do harm to humans. But those are incredibly challenging to control. They are small enough to easily slip inside your house, live in colonies that number in the tens of thousands to the hundreds of thousands, and reproduce quickly. That makes them good at getting in, and hard to kick out.Once they settle in, these insects start affecting your home. In addition to biting ants, otherspecies can cause different kinds of damage. Some, like carpenter ants, can undermine a home structure, while others interfere with electrical units. Unfortunately, our homes are very attractive to ants, because they provide everything the colony needs to survive, such as food, water, and shelter.So how can we prevent ants from getting into our homes? Most important of all, avoid giving ants any access to food, particularly sugary food, because ants have a sweet tooth. We also need to clean up spills as soon as they occur and store food in airtight containers. Even garbage attracts ants, so empty your trash as often as possible, and store your outside garbage in a lidded can, well away from doors and windows.Questions 16 to 18 are based on the passage you have just heard.16. What does the passage say about ants?A. Many species remain unknown to scientists.B. Only a few species cause trouble to humans.C. They help farmers keep diseases in check.D. They live in incredibly well-organized colonies.17. What do we learn from the passage about carpenter ants?A. They like to form colonies in electrical units.B. They can survive a long time without water.C. They can cause damage to people's homes.D. They are larger than many other species.18. What can we do to prevent ants from getting into our homes?A. Refrain from eating sugary food.B. Destroy their colonies close by.C. Keep doors and windows shut.D. Deny them access to any food.【听力原文】Passage TwoMy research focus is on what happens to our immune system as we age. So the job of the immune system is to fight infections. It also protects us from viruses and from auto-immune diseases.We know that as we get older, it's easier for us to get infections. So older adults have more chances of falling ill. This is evidence that our immune system really doesn't function so well when we age.In most of our work when we're looking at older adults who've got an illness, we always have to have healthy controls. So we work very closely with a great group of volunteers called "The 1000 Elders". These volunteers are all 65 or over but in good health. They come to the university to provide us with blood samples to be interviewed, and to help us carry out a whole range of research.The real impact of our research is going to be on health in old age. At the moment we’re living much longer. Life expectancy is increasing at two years for every decade. That means an extra five hours a day. I want to make sure that older adults are still able to enjoy their old age and that they're not spending time in hospital with infections, feeling unwell and being generally weak. We want people to be healthy even when they are old.Questions 19 to 21 are based on the passage you have just heard.19. What is the focus of the speaker's research?A. The function of the human immune system.B. The cause of various auto-immune diseases.C. The change in people's immune system as they get older.D. The viruses that may infect the human immune system.20. What are the volunteers asked to do in the research?A. Offer blood samples.B. Help to interview patients.C. Act as research assistants.D. Report their illnesses.21. What does the speaker say will be the impact of his research?A. Strengthening people's immunity to infection.B. Better understanding patients' immune system.C. Further reducing old patients' medical expenses.D. Helping improve old people's health conditions.【听力原文】Passage ThreeWhen Ted Komada started teaching 14 years ago at Killip Elementary, he didn't know how to manage a classroom and was struggling to connect with students. He noticed a couple of days after school that a group of kids would get together to play chess."I know how to play chess. Let me go and show these kids how to do it," he said.Now Komada coaches the school's chess team. The whole program started as a safe place for kids to come after school. And this week, dozens of those students are getting ready to head out to Nashville Tennessee to compete with about 5000 other young people at the Super Nationals of chess. The competition only happens every four years and the last time the team went，they won the third place in the nation.Komada says chess gives him and his students’ control. The school has the highest number of kids from low income families. Police frequent the area day and night, as two months ago; a young man was shot just down the street.Komada likes to teach his students that they should think about their move before they do it. The lessons prove valuable outside the classroom as well. Many parents see these lessons translate into the real world. Students are more likely to think about their actions and see whether they will lead to trouble.Questions 22 to 25 are based on the passage you have just heard.22. What did Ted Komada notice one day after he started teaching at Kilip Elementary?A. A group of kids were playing chess after school.B. His students were struggling to follow his lessons.C. A lot of kids stayed at school to do their homework.D. His students had trouble getting on with each other.23. What are dozens of students from Komada's school going to do this week?A. Join the school's chess team.B. Visit a chess team in Nashville.C. Receive training for a chess competition.D. Participate in a national chess competition.24. What do we learn about the students of Kilip Elementary?A. Many have become national chess champions.B. Most of them come from low-income families.C. A couple of them have got involved in crimes.D. Many became chess coaches after graduation.25. What have the students learned from Komada?A. Think twice before taking action.B. Actions speak louder than words.C. Take action before it gets too late.D. Translate their words into action.Part III Reading Comprehension (40 minutes)Section ADirections: In this section, there is a passage with ten blanks. You are required to select one word for each blank from a list of choices given in a word bank following the passage. Read the passage through carefully before making your choices. Each choice in the bank is identified by a letter: Please mark the corresponding letter for each item on Answer Sheet 2 with a single line through the centre. You may not use any of the words in the bank more than once.Questions 26 to 35 are based on the following passageThe center of American automobile innovation has in the past decade moved 2,000 miles away. It has 26 from Detroit to Silicon Valley, where self-driving vehicles are coming to life.In a 27 to take production back to Detroit, Michigan lawmakers have introduced 28 that could make their state the best place in the country. if not the world, to develop self-driving vehicles and put them on the road."Michigan's 29 in auto research and development are under attack from several states and countries which desire to 30 our leadership in transportation. We can't let that happen, "says Senator Mike Kowall, the lead 31 of four bills recently introduced.If all four bills pass as written, they would 32 a substantial update of Michigan's 2013 law that allowed the testing of self-driving vehicles in limited conditions. Manufacturers would have nearly total freedom to test their self-driving technology on public roads. They would be allowed to send groups of self-driving cars on cross-state road trips, and even setup on-demand 33 of self-driving cars, like the one General Motors and Lyft are building.Lawmakers in Michigan clearly want to make the state ready for the commercial application of self-driving technology. In 34 , California, home of Silicon Valley, recently proposed far more 35 rules that would require human drivers be ready to take the wheel, and ban commercial use of self-driving technology.A. bidB. contrastC. deputyD. dominanceE. fleetsF. knotsG. legislationH. migratedI. replaceJ. representK. restrictive L. reward M. significant N. sponsor O. transmitted Section BDirections：In this section, you are going to read a passage with ten statements attached to it.Each statement contains information given in one of the paragraphs Identify theparagraph from which the information is derived. You may choose a paragraphmore than once. Each paragraph is marked with a letter: Answer the questions bymarking the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 2.How Work Will Change When Most of Us Live to 100A) Today in the United States there are 72,000 centenarians(百岁老人). Worldwide,probably450,000. If current trends continue, then by 2050 there will be more than a million in the US alone. According to the work of Professor James Vaupel and his co-researchers, 50%of babies born in the US in 2007 have a life expectancy of 104 or more. Broadly the same holds for the UK, Germany, France, Italy and Canada and for Japan 50% of 2007 babies can expect to live to 107.B) Understandably, there are concerns about what this means for public finances given theassociated health and pension challenges. These challenges are real, and society urgently needs to address them. But it is also important to look at the wider picture of what happens when so many people live for 100 years. It is a mistake to simply equate longevity（长寿）with issues of old age. Longer lives have implications for all of life, not just the end of it.C) Our view is that if many people are living for longer, and are healthier for longer，then this willresult in an inevitable redesign of work and life. When people live longer, they are not only older for longer, but also younger for longer. There is some truth in the saying that"70 is the new 60"or"40 the new 30."If you age more slowly over a longer time period, then you are in some sense younger for longer.D) But the changes go further than that. Take，for instance, the age at which people makecommitments such as buying a house, getting married, having children, or starting a career;These are all fundamental commitments that are now occurring later in life. In 1962.50%of Americans were married by age 21.By 2014, that milestone（里程碑）had shifted to age 29.E) While there are numerous factors behind these shifts, one factor is surely a growing realizationfor the young that they are going to live longer. Options are more valuable the longer they can be held. So if you believe you will live longer, then options become more valuable, and early commitment becomes less attractive. The result is that the commitments that previously characterized the beginning of adulthood are now being delayed, and new patterns of behavior and a new stage of life are emerging for those in their twenties.F) Longevity also pushes back the age of retirement，and not only for financial reasons. Yes,unless people are prepared to save a lot more，our calculations suggest that if you are now in your mid-40s. then you are likely to work until your early 70s；and if you are in your early20s, there is a real chance you will need to work until your late 70s or possibly even into your80s.But even if people are able to economically support a retirement at 65, over thirty years of potential inactivity is harmful to cognitive（认知的）and emotional vitality. Many people may simply not want to do it.G) And yet that does not mean that simply extending our careers is appealing. Just lengtheningthat second stage of full-time work may secure the financial assets needed for a100-year life, but such persistent work will inevitably exhaust precious in tangible assets such as productiveskills, vitality, happiness, and friendship.H) The same is true for education. It is impossible that a single shot of education, administered inchildhood and early adulthood, will be able to support a sustained, 60-yearcareer.If you factor in the projected rates of technological change, either your skills will become unnecessary, or your industry outdated. That means that everyone will, at some point in their life, have to make a number of major reinvestments in their skills.I) It seems likely, then that the traditional three-stage life will evolve into multiple stagescontaining two, three, or even more different careers. Each of these stages could potentially be different. In one the focus could be on building financial success and personal achievement, in another on creating a better work/life balance, still another on exploring and understanding options more fully, or becoming an independent producer, yet another on making a social contribution. These stages will span sectors, take people to different cities, and provide a foundation for building a wide variety of skills.J) Transitions between stages could be marked with sabbaticals（休假）as people find time to rest and recharge their health, re-invest in their relationships, or improve their skills. At times, these breaks and transitions will be self-determined, at others they will be forced as existing roles, firms, or industries cease to exist.K) A multi-stage life will have profound changes not just in how you manage your career, but also in your approach to life. An increasingly important skill will be your ability to deal with change and even welcome it. A three-stage life has few transitions，while a multi-stage life has many. That is why being self-aware, investing in broader networks of friends, and being open to new ideas will become even more crucial skills.L) These multi-stage lives will create extraordinary variety across groups of people simply because there are so many ways of sequencing the stages. More stages mean more possible sequences.M) With this variety will come the end of the close association of age and stage. In a three-stage life, people leave university at the same time and the same age, they tend to start their careers and family at the same age, they proceed through middle management all roughly the same time, and then move into retirement within a few years of each other. In a multi-stage life, you could be an undergraduate at 20, 40 or 60; a manager at 30, 50 or 70; and become an independent producer at any age.N) Current life structures, career paths, educational choices, and social norms are out of tune with the emerging reality of longer life spans. The three-stage life of full-time education, followed by continuous work, and then complete retirement may have worked for our parents or even grandparents, but it is not relevant today. We believe that to focus on longevity as primarily an issue of aging is to miss its full implications. Longevity is not necessarily about being older for longer. It is about living longer, being older later, and being younger longer.36. An extended lifespan in the future will allow people to have more careers than now.37. Just extending one's career may have both positive and negative effects.38. Nowadays, many Americans have on average delayed their marriage by some eight years.39. Because of their longer lifespan, young people today no longer follow the pattern of life oftheir parents or grandparents40. Many more people will be expected to live over 100 by the mid-21st century.41. A longer life will cause radical changes in people's approach to life.42. Fast technological change makes it necessary for one to constantly upgrade their skills.43. Many people may not want to retire early because it would do harm to their mental andemotional well-being.44. The close link between age and stage may cease to exist in a multi-stage life.45. People living a longer and healthier life will have to rearrange their work and life.Section CDirections: There are 2 passages in this section. Each passage is followed by some questions or unfinished statements. For each of them there are four choices marked A), B), C) andD). You should decide on the best choice and mark the corresponding letter onAnswer Sheet 2 with a single line through the centre.Passage One Questions 46 and 50 are based on the following passage.In the classic marriage vow（誓约），couples promise to stay together in sickness and in health. But a new study finds that the risk of divorce among older couples rises when the wife-not the husband-becomes seriously ill."Married women diagnosed with a serious health condition may find themselves struggling with the impact of their disease while also experiencing the stress of divorce," said researcher Amelia Karraker.Karraker and co-author Kenzie Latham analyzed 20 years of data on 2,717 marriages from a study conducted by Indiana University since 1992. At the time of the first interview, at least one of the partners was over the age of 50.The researchers examined how the onset（发生）of four serious physical illnesses affected marriages They found that, overall, 31%of marriages ended in divorce over the period studied. The incidence of new chronic（慢性的）illness onset increased over time as well, with more husbands than wives developing serious health problems."We found that women are doubly vulnerable to marital break-up in the face of illness." Karraker said."They're more likely to be widowed, and if they're the ones who become ill, they're more likely to get divorced."While the study didn't assess why divorce is more likely when wives but not husbands become seriously ill. Karraker offers a few possible reasons."Gender norms and social expectations about care-giving may make it more difficult for men to provide care to sick spouses, "Karraker said." And because of the imbalance in marriage markets, especially in older ages, divorced men have more choices among prospective partners than divorced women.Given the increasing concern about health care costs for the aging population, Karraker believes policymakers should be aware of the relationship between disease and risk of divorce."Offering support services to spouses caring for their other halves may reduce marital stress and prevent divorce at older ages," she said. "But it's also important to recognize that the pressure to divorce may be health-related and that sick ex-wives may need additional care and services to prevent worsening health and increased health costs."。

2019年6月四级第二套听力原文Section ADirections: In this section, you will hear three news reports. At the end of each news report, you will hear two or three questions. Both the news report and then questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a question, you must choose the best answer from the four choices marked A）, B), C) and D).Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 1 with a single line through the centre. Questions 1 and 2 are based on the news report you have just heard.1.A）Heavy floods.B）Safety concerns.C）Bad economy.D）Workers’strikes.2.A）It is competitive with its numerous tourist destinations.B）It provides many job opportunities for French people.C）It is the biggest concern of the French government.D）It plays an important role in the nation’s economy.Questions 3 and 4 are based on the news report you have just heard.3.A）To carry out a scientific survey.B）To establish a new research station.C）To rescue two sick American workers.D）To deliver urgent medical supplies.4.A）The darkness and cold.B）The heavy snow and fog.C）The biting winds.D）The ice all around.Questions 5 to 7 are based on the news report you have just heard.5.A）By tying it to a door handle.B）By shaking it back and forth.C）With a remote control craft.D）With a full-sized helicopter.6.A）He has lots of fans on Facebook.B）He has rich experience in flying.C）He often suffers from toothaches.D）He has learned to pull teeth from a video.7.A）Spend more time together.B）Tell them adventure stories.C）Do something fun and creative.D）Play with them in a safe place.Section BDirections: In this section, you will hear two long conversations. At the end of each conversation, you will hear four questions. Both the conversation and the questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a question, you must choose the best answer from the four choices marked A），B），C)and D). Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 1 with a single line through the centre. Questions 8 to 11 are based on the news report you have just heard.8.A）To confirm an urgent appointment.B）To collect a package from the woman.C）To ask the woman to sign a document.D）To arrange the delivery of a package.9.A）She is doing shopping.B）She is visiting a friend.C）She is not at home.D）She is not feeling well.10.A）He will be off duty the whole day.B）He will be working somewhere else.C）He will have to have his car repaired.D）He will be too busy to spare and time.11.A）Sign her name.B）Confirm online.C）Pay a small fee.D）Show up in person.Questions 12 to 15 are based on the news report you have just heard.12.A）Vacation in Italy.B）Study abroad.C）Throw a farewell party.D）Go to a fashion show in Milan.13.A）Quite sleepy.B）Very excited.C）Rather depressed.D）Nearly exhausted.14.A）He has to attend a party.B）He has to meet a friend.C）He has to make a presentation.D）He has to finish an assignment.15.A）Say goodbye to the woman at the airport.B）Meet the woman at the Black Cat Cafe.C）Drive the Woman to the airport.D）Have lunch with the woman.Section CDirections: In this section, you will hear three passages. At the end of each passage, you will hear three or four questions. Both the passage and the questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a question, you must choose the best answer from the four choices marked A), B), C) and D). Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 1 with a single line through the centre.Questions 16 to 18 are based on the passage you have just heard.16.A) It has kept growing over the centuries.B) Its top is hidden in clouds of volcanic smoke.C) Its height changes with each volcanic eruption.D) It has a recorded history of 1500 years.17.A) They are now a tourist destination.B) They attract a lot of migrating birds.C) They provide shelter for the farmers.D) They make good fields for farming.18.A) They nest on the volcano’s slopes.B) They feed on certain small mammals.C) They compete with each other for food.D) They match large mammals in strength.Questions 19 to 21 are based on the passage you have just heard.19.A) He is self-employed.B) He is a career advisor.C) He studies talent.D) He owns a magazine.20.A) Doing what they like best.B) Loving the work they do.C) Making no excuses for failures.D) Following their natural instinct.21.A) It does not come to anything without hard work.B) It may prove to be quite different from hard work.C) It is a natural gift only some special people can possess.D) It does not come to you until something special happens.Questions 22 to 25 are based on the passage you have just heard.22.A) It is a bit difficult to learn.B) It was popular in New Zealand.C) It is a traditional type of ballet.D) It evolved in the mid-1970s.23.A) She wanted her to be a ballet dancer.B) She used to be a ballet dancer herself.C) She hated to see her idling about.D) She was too busy to look after her.24.A) After she started teaching English.B) Before she left for New Zealand.C) When she moved to New York city.D) Once she began to live on her own.25.A) It has renewed her passion for life.B) It has made her happy and energetic.C) It has helped her make new friends.D) It has enabled her to start a new career.。

2019年6月英语四级听力： Waves2019年6月英语四级听力50篇汇总WavesHow does light get from the sun to the earth? How does music get from the stage to the audience? They move the same way-----in waves!Light and sound are fomp3s of energy. All waves carry energy, but they may carry it differently. Light and sound travel through different kinds of matter. For example, light waves cannot move through walls, but sound waves can. That is why you can hear people talking in another room even though you cannot see them. The energy of some waves is destructive. An earthquake produces seismic waves.Catch a wave. Ask a friend to stand a few feet away from you. Stretch a spring between you. Shake the spring to transfer energy to it. What happens? The spring bounces up and down in waves. When the waves reach your friend, they bounce back to you!Light waves travel 300,000 kilometers (186,000 miles) per second! They can also travel through a vacuum. That is why light from the sun and distant stars can travel through space to the earth!Useful Words and Expressions;1. destructive 破坏的2. seismic地震的3. vacuum真空。

2019年6月英语四级听力A) Heavy floods.B) Safety concerns.(正确答案)C) Bad economy.D) Workers' strikes.2. 标题 [单选题] *A) It is competitive with its numerous tourist destinations.B) It provides many job opportunities for French people.C) It is the biggest concern of the French government.D) It plays an important role in the nation's economy.(正确答案)3. 标题 [单选题] *A) To carry out a scientific survey.B) To establish a new research station.C) To rescue two sick American workers.(正确答案)D) To deliver urgent medical supplies.4. 标题 [单选题] *A) The darkness and cold.(正确答案)B) The heavy snow and fog.C) The biting winds.D) The ice all around.5. 标题 [单选题] *A) By tying it to a door handle.B) By shaking it back and forth.C) With a remote control craft.D) With a full-sized helicopter.(正确答案)6. 标题 [单选题] *A) He has lots of fans on Facebook.B) He has rich experience in flying.(正确答案)C) He often suffers from toothaches.D) He has learned to pull teeth from a video.7. 标题 [单选题] *A) Spend more time together.B) Tell them adventure stories.C) Do something fun and creative.(正确答案)D) Play with them in a safe place.Section B8. 标题 [单选题] *A) To confirm an urgent appointment.B) To collect a package from the woman.C) To ask the woman to sign a document.D) To arrange the delivery of a package.(正确答案)9. 标题 [单选题] *A) She is doing shopping.B) She is visiting a friend.C) She is not at home.(正确答案)D) She is not feeling well.10. 标题 [单选题] *A) He will be off duty the whole day.B) He will be working somewhere else. .(正确答案)C) He will have to have his car repaired.D) He will be too busy to spare any time11. 标题 [单选题] *A) Sign her name.(正确答案)B) Confirm online.C) Pay a small fee.D) Show up in person.12. 标题 [单选题] *A) Vacation in Italy.B) Study abroad.(正确答案)C) Throw a farewell party.D) Go to a fashion show in Milan.13. 标题 [单选题] *A) Quite sleepy.B) Very excited.C) Rather depressed.(正确答案)D) Nearly exhausted.14. 标题 [单选题] *A) He has to attend a party.B) He has to meet a friend.C) He has to make a presentation.D) He has to finish an assignment.(正确答案)15. 标题 [单选题] *A) Say goodbye to the woman at the airport.(正确答案)B) Meet the woman at the Black Cat Cafe.C) Drive the woman to the airport.D) Have lunch with the woman.Section C16. 标题 [单选题] *A) It has kept growing over the centuries.B) Its top is hidden in clouds of volcanic smoke.C) Its height changes with each volcanic eruption.(正确答案)D) It has a recorded history of 1,500 years.17. 标题 [单选题] *A) They are now a tourist destination.B) They attract a lot of migrating birds.C) They provide shelter for the farmers.D) They make good fields for farming.(正确答案)18. 标题 [单选题] *A) They nest on the volcano's slopes.B) They feed on certain small mammals.(正确答案)C) They compete with each other for food.D) They match large mammals in strength.19. 标题 [单选题] *A) He is self-employed.(正确答案)B) He is a career advisor.C) He studies talent.D) He owns a magazine.20. 标题 [单选题] *A) Doing what they like best.B) Loving the work they do.(正确答案)C) Making no excuses for failures.D) Following their natural instinct.21. 标题 [单选题] *A) It does not come to anything without hard work.(正确答案)B) It may prove to be quite different from hard work.C) It is a natural gift only some special people can possess.D) It does not come to you until something special happens.22. 标题 [单选题] *A) It is a bit difficult to learn.B) It was popular in New Zealand.C) It is a traditional type of ballet.D) It evolved in the mid-1970s.(正确答案)23. 标题 [单选题] *A) She wanted her to be a ballet dancer.B) She used to be a ballet dancer herself.C) She hated to see her idling about.(正确答案)D) She was too busy to look after her.24. 标题 [单选题] *A) After she started teaching English.(正确答案)B) Before she left for New Zealand.C) When she moved to New York City.D) Once she began to live on her own.25. 标题 [单选题] *A) It has renewed her passion for life.B) It has made her happy and energetic.(正确答案)C) It has helped her make new friends.D) It has enabled her to start a new career.。

2019年6月英语四级听力真题及答案（第1套）Section A News ReportDirections：In this section，you will hear three news reports。

At the end of each news report，you will hear two or three questions。

Both the news report and the questions will be spoken only once。

After you hear a question，you must choose the best answer from the four choices marked A），B），C）and D）。

Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 1 with a single line through the centre。

Questions 1 and 2 are based on the news report you have just heard.1. A) He set a record by swimming to and from an island.B) He celebrated his ninth birthday on a small island.C) He visited a prison located on a faraway island.D) He swam around an island near San Francisco.2. A) He doubled the reward.B) He cheered him on all the way.C) He set him an example.D) He had the event covered on TV.Questions 3 and 4 are based on the news report you have just heard.3. A) To end the one-child policy.B) To encourage late marriage.C) To increase working efficiency.D) To give people more time to travel.4. A) They will not be welcomed by young people.B) They will help to popularize early marriage.C) They will boost China's economic growth.D) They will not come into immediate effect.Questions 5 to 7 are based on the news report you have just heard.5. A) Cleaning service in great demand all over the world.B) Two ladies giving up well-paid jobs to do cleaning.C) A new company to clean up the mess after parties.D) Cleaners gainfully employed at nights and weekends.6. A) It takes a lot of time to prepare.B) It leaves the house in a mess.C) It makes party goers exhausted.D) It creates noise and misconduct.7. A) Hire an Australian lawyer.B) Visit the U.S. and Canada.C) Settle a legal dispute.D) Expand their business.Section B ConversationDirections：In this section，you will hear two long conversations。

Part I Writing (30 minutes) Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write a news report to your campus newspaper on a visit to a Hope elementary school organized by your Student Union.. You should write at least 120 words but no more than 180 words.PartⅡListening Comprehension (25 minutes)说明：由于2019年6月四级考试全国共考了2套听力，本套真题听力与前2套内容完全一样，只是顺序不一样，因此在本套真题中不再重复出现。

Part III Reading Comprehension (40 minutes) Section ADirections: In this section, there is a passage with ten blanks. You are required to select one word for each blank from a list of choices given in a word bank following the passage. Read the passage through carefully before making your choices. Each choice in the bank is identified by a letter. Please mark the corresponding letter for each item on Answer Sheet 2 with a single line through the centre. You may not use any of the words in the bank more than once．Just because they can’t sing opera or ride a bicycle doesn’t mean that animals don’t have culture. There’s no better example of this than killer whales. As one of the most __26__ predators（食肉动物），killer whales may not fit the __27__ of a cultured creature. However, these beasts of the sea do display a vast range of highly __28__ behaviors that appear to be driving their genetic development.The word “culture” comes from the Latin “colere,” which __29__ means “to cultivate.” In other words, it refers to anything that is __30__ or learnt, rather than instinctive or natural. Among human populations, culture not only affects the way we live, but also writes itself into our genes, affecting who we are. For instance, having spent many generations hunting the fat marine mammals of the Arctic, the Eskimos of Greenland have developed certain genetic __31__ that help them digest and utilize this fat-rich diet, thereby allowing them to __32__ in their cold climate.Like humans, killer whales have colonized a range of different __33__ across the globe, occupying every ocean basin on the planet, with an empire that__34__ from pole to pole. As such, different populations of killer whales have had to learn different hunting techniques in order to gain the upper hand over their local prey（猎物）. This, in turn, has a major effect on their diet, leading scientists to __35__ that the ability to learn population-specific hunting methods could be driving the animals’ genetic development.A) acquiredB) adaptationsC) brutalD) deliberatelyE) expressedF) extendsG) habitatsH) humbleI) imageJ) litereallyK) refinedL) revolvesM) speculateN) structureO) thriveSection BDirections: In this section, you are going to read a passage with ten statements attached to each statement contains information given in one of the paragraphs. Identify the paragraph from which the information is derived. You may choose a paragraph more than once. Each paragraph is marked with a letter. Answer the questions by marking the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 2.Living with parents edges out other living arrangements for 18-to 34-year-oldsA) Broad demographic (人口的)shifts is marital status, educational attainment and employment have transformed the way young adults in the U.S. are living, and a new Pew Research Center analysis highlights the implications of these changes for the most basic element of their lives—where they call home. In 2014,for the first time in more than 130 years, adults ages 18 to 34 were slig htly more likely to be living in their parents’ home than they were to be living with a spouse or partner in their own household.B) This turn of events is fueled primarily by the dramatic drop in the share of young Americans who are choosing to settle down romantically before age 35. Dating back to 1880, the most common living arrangement among young adults has been living with a romantic partner, whether a spouse or a significant other. This type of arrangement peaked around 1960, when 62%of the nation’s 18-to 34-year-olds were living with a spouse or partner in their own household, and only one-in-five were living with their parents.C) By 2014, 31.6% of young adults were living with a spouse or partner in their own household, below the share living in the home of their parent(s) (32.1%). Some 14% of young adults lived alone, were a single parent or lived with one or more roommates. The remaining 22% lived in the home of another family member (such as a grandparent, in-law or sibling (兄弟姐妹)), a non-relative, or in group quarters like college dormitories.D) It’s worth noting that the overall share of young adults living with their parents was not at a record high in 2014. This arrangement peaked around 1940, when about 35% of the nation’s 18-to 34-year-olds lived with mom and/or dad (compared with 32% in 2014). What has changed, instead, is the relative share adopting different ways of living in early adulthood, with the decline of romantic coupling pushing living at home to the top of a much less uniform list of living arrangements.E) Among young adults, living arrangements differ significantly by gender. For men ages 18 to 34, living at home with mom and/or dad has been the dominant living arrangement since 2009, In 2014,28% of young men were living with a spouse of partner in their own home, while 35% were living in the home of their parent(s). Young women, however,are still more likely to be living with a spouse of romantic partner(35%) than they are to be living with their parent(s)(29%).F) In 2014, more young women (16%) than young men (13%) were heading up a household without a spouse or parther.This is mainly because women are more likely than men to be sigle parents living with their children. For their part, young men (25%) are more likely than young women (19%) to be living in the home of another family member, a non-relative or in some type of group quarters.G) A variety of factors contribute to the long-run increase in the share of young. Adults living with the parents. The first in the postponement of, if not retreat from, marriage. The average age of first marriage has risen steadily for decades. In addition, a growing share of young adult may be avoiding marriage altogether. A previous Pew Research Center analysis projected that as many as one-in-four of today’s young adult may never marry. While cohabitation（同居）has been on the rise, the overall share of young adults either married or living with an unmarried patner has substantially fallen since 1990.H) In addition, trends in both employment status and wages have likely contributed to the growing share of young adults who are living in the home of their parent(s), and this is especially true of young men. Employed young men are much less likely to live at home than young men without a job, and employment among young men has fallen significantly in recent decades. The share of young men with jobs peaked around 1960 at 84%. In 2014, only 71% of 18-to-34-year-old men were employed. Similarly with earnings, young men’s wages (after adjusting for inflation) have been on a downward trajectory (轨迹) since 1970 and fell significantly form 2000 to 2010. As wages have fallen ,the share of young men living in the home of their parent(s) has risen.I) Economic factors seem to explain less of why young adult women are increasingly likely to live at home. Generally, young women have had growing success in the paid labor market since 1960 and hence might increasingly be expected to be a be to afford to afford to live independently of their parents. For women, delayed marriage—which is related, in part, to labor market outcomes for men—may explain more of the increase in their living in the family home.J) The Great Recession (and modest recovery) has also been associated with an increase in young adults living at home. Initially in the wake of the recession, college enrollments expanded, boosting the ranks of young adults living at home. And given the weak job opportunities facing young adults, living at home was part of the private safety net help young adults to weather the economic storm.K) Beyond gender, young adult’s living arrangements differ considerable by education—which is tied to financial means. For young adults without a bachelor’s degree, as of 2008 living at home with their parents was mor e prevalent than living with a romantic partner. By 2014, 36% of 18-to 34-year-olds who had not completed a bachelor’s degree were living with their parent(s) while 27% were living with a spouse or partner. Among college graduates, in 2014 46% were married or living with a partner, and only 19% were living with their parent(s). Young adults with a college degree have fared much better in the labor market than their less-educated counterparts, which has in turn made it easier to establish their own households.36.Unemployed young men are more likely to live with their parents than the employed.37.In 2014, the percentage of men aged 18 to 34 living with their parentswas greater than that of their female counterparts.38.The percentage of young people who are married or live with a partner has greatly decreased in the past three decades or so.39.Around the mid-20th century, only 20 percent of 18- to 34-year-old lived in their parents’ home.40.Young adults with a college degree found it easier to live independently of their parents.41.Young men are less likely to end up as single parents than young women.42.More young adult women live with their parents than before due to delayed marriage.43.The percentage of young men who live with their parents has grown due to their decreased pay in recent decades.44.The rise in the number of college students made more young adults live with their parents.45.One reason for young adults to live with their parents is that get married late or stay single all their lives.Section CDirections: There are 2 passages in this section. Each passage is followed by some questions or unfinished statements. For each of them there are four choices marked A), B), C) and D). You should decide on the best choice and mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 2 with a single line through the centre.Passage OneQuestions 46 to 50 are based on the following passage.According to the majority of Americans, women are every bit as capable of being good political leaders as men. The same can be said of their ability to dominate the corporate boardroom. And according to a new Pew Research Center survey on women and leadership, most Americans find women indistinguishable from men on key leadership traits such as intelligence and capacity for innovation, with many saying they’re stronger than men in terms of being passionate and organized leaders.So why, then, are women in short supply at the top of government and business in the United States? According to the public, a t least, it’s not that they lack toughness, management talent or proper skill sets.It’s also not all about work-life balance. Although economic research and previous survey findings have shown that career interruptions related to motherhood may make it harder for women to advance in their careers and compete for top executive jobs, relatively few adults in the recent survey point to this as a key barrier for women seeking leadership roles. Only aboutone-in-five say women’s family responsibilities are a ma jor reason why there aren’t more females in top leadership positions in business and politics.Instead, topping the list of reasons, about four-in-ten Americans point to a double standard for women seeking to climb to the highest levels of either politics or business, where they have to do more than their male counterparts to prove themselves. Similar shares say the electorate(选民)and corporate America are just not ready to put more women in top leadership positions.As a result, the public is divided about whether the imbalance in corporate America will change in the foreseeable future, even though women have made major advances in the workplace. While 53% believe men will continue to hold more top executive positions in business in the future, 44% say it’s only a matter of time before as many women are in top executive positions as men. Americans are less doubtful when it comes to politics: 73% expect to see a female president in their lifetime.46.What do most Americans think of women leaders according to a new Pew Research Center survey?A)They have to do more to distinguish themselves.B)They have to strive harder to win their positions.C)They are stronger than men in terms of willpower.D)They are just as intelligent and innovative as men.47.What do we learn from previous survey findings about women seeking leadership roles?A)They have unconquerable difficulties on their way to success.B)They are lacking in confidence when competing with men.C)Their failures may have something to do with family duties.D)Relatively few are hindered in their career advancement.48.What is the primary factor keeping women from taking top leadership positions according to the recent survey?A)Personality traits.B)Family responsibilities.C)Gender bias.D)Lack of vacancies.49.What does the passage say about corporate America in the near future?A)More and more women will sit in the boardroom.B)Gender imbalance in leadership is likely to change.C)The public is undecided about whether women will make good leaders.D)People have opposing opinions as to whether it will have more women leaders.50.What do most Americans expect to see soon on America’s political stage?A)A woman in the highest position of governmen.B)More and more women actively engaged in politics.C)A majority of women voting for a female president.D)As many women in top government positions as men.Passage TwoQuestions 51 to 55 are based on the following passage.People have grown taller over the last century, with South Korean women shooting up by more than 20cm on average, and Iranian men gaining.16.5cm. A global study looked at the average height of 18-year-olds in 200 countries 1914 and 2014.The results reveal that while Swedes were the tallest people in the world in 1914, Dutch men have risen from 12th place to claim top spot with an average height of 182.5cm. Larvian women. Meanwhile, rose from 28th place in 1914 to become the tallest in the world a century later, with an average height of 169.8cm.James Bentham, a co-author of the research from Imperial College, London, says the global trend is likely to be due primarily to improvements in nutrition and healthcare. “An individual’s genetics has a big influence on their height, but once you average over whole populations, ge netics plays a less key role,” he added.A little extra height brings a number of advantages, says Elio Riboli of Imperial College. “Being taller is associated with longer life expectancy,” he said. “This is largely due to a lower risk of dying of cardiov ascular（心血管的）disease among taller people.”But while height has increased around the world, the trend in many countries of north and sub-Saharan Africa causes concern, says Riboli. While height increased in Uganda and Niger during the early 20th century, the trend has reversed in recent years, with height decreasing among 18-year-olds.“One reason for these decreases in height is the economic situation in the 1980s,” said Alexander Moradi of the Universith of Sussex. The nutritional and health crises that followed the policy of structural adjustment, he says, led to many children and teenagers failing to reach their full potential in terms of height.Bentham believe the global rtend of increasing height has important implications. “How tall we are now is strongly influenced by the environment we grew up in,” he said. “If we give children the best possible start in life now, they will be healthier and more productive for decades to come.”51.What does the global study tell us about people’s height in the l ast hundred years?A）There is a remarkable difference across continents.B）There has been a marked increase in most countries.C）The increase in people’s height has been quickening.D）The increase in women’s height is bigger than in men’s.52. What does J ames Bentham say about genetics in the increase of people’s height?A）It counts less than generally thought.B）It outweighs nutrition and healthcare.C）It impacts more on an individual than on population.D）It plays a more significant role in females than in males.53. What does Elio Riboli say about taller people?A）They tend to live longer.B）They enjoy an easier life.C）They generally risk fewer fatal diseases.D）They have greater expectations in life.54.What do we learn about 18-year-olds in Uganda and Niger?A)They grow up slower than their peers in other countries.B)They are actually shorter than their earlier generations.C)They find it hard to bring their potential into full play.D)They have experienced many changes of government55.What does James Bentham suggest we do?A)Watch closely the global trend in children’s development.B)Make sure that our children grow up to their full height.C)Try every means possible to improve our environment.D)Ensure our children grow up in an ideal environment.Part ⅣTranslation (30 minutes) Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to translate a passage from Chinese into English. You should write your answer on Answer Sheet 2. 灯笼起源于东汉，最初主要用于照明。

2019年6月英语四级听力真题及答案2013年6月英语四级听力真题及答案Section ADirections：In this section,you will hear 8 short conversations and 2 long conversations.At the end of each conversation,one or more questions will be asked about what was said.Both the conversation and the questions will be spoken only once.After each question there will be apause.During the pause,you must read the four choices marked A),B),C)and D),and decide which is the best answer,Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 1 with a single line through the centre.注意：此部分试题请在答题卡1上作答。

11.A) The man hates to lend his tools to other people.B) The man hasn't finished working on the bookshelf.C) The tools have already been returned to the woman.D) The tools the man borrowed from the woman are missing.12.A) Save time by using a computer.B) Buy her own computer.C) Borrow Martha's computer.D) Stay home and complete her paper.13.A) The man doesn't have money for his daughter's graduate studies.B) The man doesn't think his daughter will get a business degree.C) The man insists that his daughter should pursue her studies in science.D) The man advises his daughter to think carefully before making her decision.14.A) The cinema is some distance away from where they are.B) He would like to read the film review in the newspaper.C) They should wait to see the movie at a later time.D) He'll find his way to the cinema.15.A) He's been to Seattle many times.B) He has chaired a lot of conferences.C) He has a high position in his company.D) He lived in Seattle for many years.16.A) Teacher and student.B) Doctora nd patient.C) Manager and office worker.D) Travel agent and customer.17.A) She knows the guy who will give the lecture.B) She thinks the lecture might be informative.C) She wants to add something to her lecture.D) She'llfinish her report this weekend.18.A) The houses for sale are of poor quality.B) The houses are too expensive for the couple to buy.C) The housing developers provide free trips for potential buyers.D) The man is unwilling to take a look at the houses forsale.Questions19 to 21 are based on the conversation you have just heard.19.A) How to study English well.B) Whichc ourses to choose.C) How to write computer games.D) Which books to read.20.A)Physical sciences.B) Mathsand physics.C) Art anddesign.D)Electronics and computer-programming.21.A) Her English is very good.B) She isinterested in English.C) Her English writing is poor.D) Her oralEnglish is bad.Questions22 to 25 are based on the conversation you have just heard.22.A)Applying for a work experience.B)Applying for a part-time job.C) Takingan exam.D)Visiting an old friend.23.A)Students in the first half of their courses.B)Students who will graduate soon.C)Students in the second half of their courses.D)Students who have just graduated from universities.24.A) Explain the procedures to the students.B) Work regular hours.C) Write acomprehensive report.D) Send areport about the woman's work.25.A) In twoweeks.B) In three weeks.C) In the second half of her course.D) Not decided yet.参考答案11. D 12. B 13. D 14. A 15. A16. C 17. B 18. D 19. B 20. D21. C 22. A 23. C 24. D 25. DSection BDirections： In this section, you will hear 3 short passages. At the end of each passage, you will hear some questions. Both the passage and the questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a question, you must choose the best answer from the four choices marked A), B), C) and D). Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 1 with a single line through the centre.注意：此部分试题请在答题卡1上作答。