2016年上半年大学英语四第一次作业
《大学英语(四)》第一次作业答案
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o— How do you like your first term here at the university?o— _______C.To tell the truth, I don’t like it at all.D.I don’t know.E.How about you?F.I don’t want to talk about it.o—What’s your major?o—_______I.I take a course in literature.J.I’m interested in medicine.K.I’m thinking of taking the linguistics course.L.I take world history as my major.o— Your library book is due next Thursday. If you want it for longer, you will have to renew it.o— _______O.That’s impossible.P.Can I keep it a little longer?Q.It doesn’t matter at all.R.Thanks. I only need it for a few days.o— Can I keep this book a little longer?o— _______U.No, you can’t. They are two days overdue.V.You can, but you will need to officially renew it for one week. W.The book is much in demand.X.You’ll have to pay fines.o—Let’s go to the library this afternoon.o—_______AA.Yes, that’s right.BB.No, I can’t.CC.What about you?DD.That’s a good idea.o— When you can't follow your teacher, what will you say?o—I will say, "_______"GG.Can you say for a second time?HH.Pardon?II.I don't understand anything.JJ.What you said was nonsense.o—What’s wrong with me, doctor? I feel quite bad.o— _______MM.I don’t know.NN.Let me treat you some whisky.OO.I’m not sure. Let’s take your temperature.PP.You are a little overweight.o— Will he have to be hospitalized?o— _______SS.No, he will recover soon.TT.It will last long.UU.There is nothing wrong with me.VV.He has a serious headache.o— Would you like to order now?o— _______YY.I’m full now.ZZ.Yes. I’d like fish and the soup.AAA.But the price is high.BBB.Thank you. It’s very kind of you.o— Bring me the bill, please.o— _______EEE.You are welcome.FFF.Please wait for a moment, sir.GGG.I'll hurry up.HHH.Be quick.o— Shall we go out for dinner tonight?o— _________KKK.No, you can't.LLL.Yes, please.MMM.Thank you, I don't want to.NNN.Sorry, I have a report to finish.o— It's rather cold in here. Do you mind if I close the window? o— ________QQQ.Yes, please.RRR.No, please.SSS.Sure, please.TTT.I don't like it.o— Shall we sit up here on the grass or down there near the water?o— ________WWW.I'd rather stay here if you don't mind.XXX.Sorry, I don't like neither.YYY.Certainly, why not?ZZZ.Yes, we like these two places.o— How about going for a drive?o— _______CCCC.It's too fast.DDDD.Yes, we shall.EEEE.Yes, let's go by bike.FFFF. A good idea.Peter will _______ as managing director when Bill retires..take offA.take overB.take onC.take inHe _______ that he had been in prison twice before..revisedA.rewroteB.revealedC.returnedThe young lady coming over to us _______ our English teacher; the way she walks tells us that!.must beA.can beB.would beC.could beYou _______ your lesson over the weekend, but you didn’t..would studyA.must studyB.must have studiedC.should have studiedo— ____I put my coat here?o— Sorry, you ______.F.May; mustn'tG.Do; don'tH.Can; needn'tI.May; can'tYou ______ to the meeting this afternoon if you have something important to do..needn't to comeA.don't need comeB.don't need comingC.needn't comeShe wonders ____will happen to her private life in the future..thatA.itB.thisC.whatWe all know the truth ________ there are air, water and sunlight there are living things..ifA.whatB.thatC.whether_________is going to do the job will be decided by the Party committee..ThatA.WhyB.HowC.WhoThat is ______ Lu Xun once lived..whatA.whereB.thatC.whyMiss Wang wanted to know _______for the film..why was he lateA.why is he lateB.why he is lateC.why he was lateCould you be more _______ about what you’re looking for?.particularA.peculiarB.specialC.specificI arrived at the classroom to find I had _______ my book _______ on the bus..left…aloneA.left…behindB.left…asideC.left…offThe shops offer almost everything _______ ranges from cheap to expensive..thatA.whichB.whatC.itDid you notice the guy ______ head looked like a big potato?.whoA.whichB.whoseC.whomI will never forget the days _______ I spent with my friends in Beijing..whenA.thatB.in whichC.on thatSmoking, _______ is harmful for people’s health, is nevertheless popular nowadays..thoughA.thatB.althoughC.whichWe moved to the front row ______ we could hear and see better..so asA.so thatB.becauseC.such thatI will never give in _______ they might do or say about my plan..whateverA.howeverB.no matter howC.howJohn fell asleep _______ he was listening to the music..afterA.beforeB.whileC.as soon asThey didn't start the work ______ their teacher came back..untilA.whileB.as soon asC.ifShe knew that society would _______ her for abandoning her children..discussA.talkB.sayC.condemnThe pilot of an airplane is responsible _______ the safety of the passengers..ofA.withB.forC.aboutI have the complacent feeling ______ I'm highly intelligent..whatA.whichB.thatC.thisIt happened _______ Lisa wasn’t there at that time..whetherA.ifB.thatC.whatMany people would agree that stress is a major problem in modern life. It is certainly true that worry and quarrel can cause all kinds of illnesses, ______ backache to severe headaches, or even more serious complaints such as high blood pressure.Many of us think ______ stress as something that other people impose on us. We often complain about how other people put us ______ pressure. But we should try not to let such pressure affect us. We should not forget that we are largely responsible for some of the stress ourselves. We sometimes take ______ more work than our bodies and our minds can handle.We should learn to ______ our limitations. We should be aware of which things are really important and which are not.（根据文章，将下面五个选项按照正确的顺序填在原文中）1：of2：under3：accept4：from5：on.15243A.24315B.41253C.25134三、判断题。
大学英语4-第一次作业
大学英语4-第一次作业大学英语4-第一次作业作业一一、单选题1、-I'm sorry. Bob is not in his office. -_________?A：Can you take a message for meB：Are you sure for thatC：Would you like to leave a messageD：Can you phone me-I haven't seen Belly for 10 years.2、I'll be away on a business trip. Would you mind looking at my cat?Not at all. ____________.A：I have no timeB：I'd rather notC：You can leaveD：I'd be happy to3、- Can I ask you a few questions?- _________A：What do you do?B：It's a good idea.C：No, thanks.D：Certainly.4、- Who's speaking?- This is Tom .A：speaksB：spokenC：speakingD：saying5、- Thanks for your help.- __________A：My pleasure.B：Never mind.C：Quite right.D：Don't thank me.6、I didn't know what to do, but then an idea suddenly ________ to me.A：appearedB：happenedC：occurredD：emerged7、After walking hurriedly for half an hour,I wanted to drink _______.A：something coldB：cold somethingC：something with coldD：something to be cold8、- It's a good idea. But who's goingto_________ the plan?- I think John and Peter will.A：carry outB：get throughC：take inD：set aside9、On ________ side of the street there are some trees.A：bothB：eitherC：everyD：all10、A police officer claimed he had attemptedto ____ paying his fare.A：avoidB：rejectC：refuseD：neglect11、- May I speak to Dr. Brown?- _________A：Yes, he is not in at the moment. B：No, you can't.C：Yes, this is Brown speaking.D：Sorry, speaking.12、-- I have passed the maths exam!-- _________. Congratulations!A：SorryB：Come onC：Well doneD：Bad luck13.—Congratulations! You won the first prize in today’s speech contest.— ________A. Yes, I beat the others.B. No, no, I didn’t do it well.C. Thank you.D. It’s pleasure.14、- Why didn't you come to my birthday party yesterday?- ________A：Excuse me, my friend sent me a flower. B：Fine, I never go to birthday parties. C：Ha…ha, I like swimming.D：Sorry, but my wife had a car accident.15、- That's a beautiful dress you have on! - __________A：Oh, thanks. I got it yesterday.B：Sorry, it's too cheap.C：Hey you can have it.D：See you later.16、Who else, _______ Mary, took part in the English speech contest?A：besidesB：additionalC：exceptD：without17、There ________ a book and some magazines on the desk.A：isB：areC：haveD：has18. Don't worry. There's still _____time to go.A. littleB. a littleC. fewD. a few19、A sudden noise of a fire-engine made him___to the door.A：hurryingB：hurriedC：hurryD：to hurry20、Therefore, other things ____ equal, the number of workers that employers want decreases.A：isB：areC：beingD：having二、阅读理解All over the world people enjoy sports. Sports help to keep people healthy, happy and help them to live longer.Sports change with the season. People play different games in winter and summer. Games and sports often grow out of people's work and everyday activities. The Arabs use horses or camels in much of their everyday life; they use them in their sports, too. Some sports are so interesting that people everywhere go in for them. Football, for example, has spread around the world. Swimming is popular in all countries near the sea or in those with many rivers. Some sports or games go back to thousands of years ago, like running or jumping. Chinese boxing, for example, has a very long history. But basketball and volleyball are rather new. Neither one is a hundred years old yet. People are inventing new sports or games all the time.People from different countries may not be able to understand each other, but after a game they often become good friends. Sports help to train a person's character. One learns to fight hard but fight fair, to win without pride and to lose with grace.21、According to this passage we know that people began to play about one hundred years ago.A：TB：F22、The writer didn't tell us in this passage that basketball was invented in America. A：TB：F23、People all over the world enjoy sports because sports are interesting.B：F24、From this passage we can see that according to the author sports and games are significant to our life in many respects. A：TB：F25、The writer's attitude towards sports is positive.A：TB：F（二）Many people who work in London prefer to live outside it, and to go in to their offices or schools every day by train, car or bus, even though this means they have to get up early in the morning and reach home late in the evening.One advantage of living outside London is that houses are cheaper. Even a small flat in London without a garden costs quite a lot to rent. With the same money, one can get a little house in the country with a garden of one's own.Then, in the country one can really get away from the noise and hurry of busy working lives. Even though one has to get up earlier and spend more time in trains or buses, one can sleep better at night and during weekends and on summer evenings, one can enjoy the fresh, clean air of the country. If one likes gardens, one can spend one'sfree time digging, planting, watering and doing the hundred and one other jobs which are needed in a garden. Then, when the flowers and vegetables come up, one has got the reward together with those who have shared the secret of Nature.Some people, however, take no interest in country things: for them, happiness lies in the town, with its cinemas and theatres, beautiful shops and busy streets, dance-halls and restaurants.Such people would feel that their life was not worth living if they had to live it outside London. An occasional walk in one of the parks and a fortnight's (two weeks) visit to the sea every summer is all the country they want: the rest they are quite prepared to leave to those who are glad to get away from London every night.26、Which of the following statements is NOTtrue?_________A：People who love Nature prefer to live outside the city.B：People who work in London prefer to live in the country.C：Some people enjoying city life prefer to work and live inside London.D：Many nature lovers, though working in London, prefer to live outside the city.27、With the same money ________, one can buya little house with a garden in the country. A：getting a small flat with a garden B：having a small flat with a garden C：renting a small flat without a garden D：buying a small flat without a garden 28、When the garden is in blossom, it means that one ________ has been rewarded.A：living in the countryB： having spent time working in the garden C： having a garden of his ownD：having been digging, planting and watering29、People who think happiness lies in the town would feel that _______ if they had to live outside London.A：their life was meaninglessB： their life was invaluableC：they didn't deserve a happy lifeD：they were not worthy of their happy life 30、The underlined phrase get away from in the 3rd paragraph refers to________.A：deal withB：do away withC：escape fromD：prevent from三、完型填空Mr. Clarke works in a middle school. He likes reading and often borrows some books from the library. He keeps ___31___ to the radio every morning and reading newspapers after supper. So he knows much and teaches well. His students worship（崇拜）him very much.Mike, Mr. Clarke's little son, is only nine. He ___32___ likes reading books. And he often asks his father some qusetions. Mr. Clarke always thinks he's too ___33___ to understand him and chooses the easiest ones to answer. Of course the boy is not pleased with that.One day Mike read ___34___ about the lights and was interested in it. When his father told him to do some housework, he went on thinking of it. He asked him ___35___ questions, and his father answered all. Then his father said proudly, "Fathers alwaysknow more than sons!"The boy thought for a while and said, "I don't think so!"31、A：a fewB：listeningC：alsoD：youngE：something32、A：a fewB：listeningC：alsoD：youngE：something33、A：a fewB：listening C：alsoD：youngE：something 34、A：a fewB：listening C：alsoD：something E：young 35、A：a fewB：listening C：alsoD：youngE：something。
大学英语四级第一套真题
2016年12月大学英语四级试题（第一套）Part I Writing （30minutes）（请于正式开考后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 essay .Suppose you are two options upon graduation：one is to find a job somewhere and the other to start a business of your own. You are to make a choice between the two. Write an essay to explain the reasons for your choice. You should write at least 120 words but no more than 180 words. Part 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 be spoken only once. After you hear a question， you must choose the best answer from the four choices marked A）， B）， C）. Then mark the corresponding letter on the Answer sheet1with a single line through the centre.Questions 1and 2 are based on the news report you have just the heard.1. A） It was dangerous to live in. C） He could no longer pay the rent.B） It was going to be renovated. D） He had sold it to the royal family.2. A） A strike. B） A storm. C） A forest fire. D） A Terrorist attack.Questions 3and 4 are based on the news report you have just heard.3. A） They lost contact with the emergency department.B）They were trapped in an underground elevator.C） They were injured by suddenly falling rocks.D） They sent calls for help via a portable radio.4. A） They tried hard to repair the accident.B） They released the details of the accident.C） They sent supplies to keep the miners warm.D） They provided the miner with food and water.Question5 to7 are based on the news report you have just heard.5. A） Raise postage rates. C） Redesign delivery routes.B） Improve its services. D） Close some of its post offices.6. A） Shortening business hours. C） Stopping mail delivery on Saturdays.B） Closing offices on holidays. D）Computerizing mail sorting processes.7. A） Many post office staff will lose their jobsB） Many people will begin to complainC） Taxpayers will be very pleasedD）A lot of controversy will ariseSection 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 four choice marked A），B），C） and D）.Then mark the corresponding letter an Answer sheet1with a single line though the centre.Question8 to 11 are based on the conversation you have just heard.8. A）He will be kept from promotion. C）He will be given a warning.B）He will go through retraining. D）He will lose part of hispay.9. A）He is always on time. C）He is an experienced press operator.B）He is trustworthy guy. D）He is on good terms with his workmates.10. A）She is a trade union representative. C）She is a senior managerof the shop.B）She is in charge of public relation. D）She is better at handing such matters.11. A）He is skilled and experienced. C）He is always trying tostir up trouble.B）He is very close to the manager. D）He is always complaining about low wages.Question12 to 15 are based on the conversation you have just heard.12. A）Open. B）Friendly. C）Selfish. D）Reserved.13. A）They stay quiet. C）They talk about the weatherB）They read a book. D）They chat with fellow passengers.14. A）She was always treated as a foreigner.B）She was eager to visit an English castle.C）She was never invited to a colleague’s home.D）She was unwilling to make friends with workmates.15. A） House are much more quiet. C） They want to have more space.B） Houses provide more privacy. D） They want a garden of their own.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） They don’t have much choice of jobs.B） They are likely to get much higher pay.C） They don’t have to go through job interviews.D） They will automatically be given hiring priority.17. A） Ask their professors for help. C） Visit the school careers services.B） Look at school bulletin boards. D） Go through campus newspapers.18. A） Helping students find the books and journals they need.B） Supervising study spaces to ensure a quiet atmosphere.C） Helping students arrange appointments with librarians.D） Providing students with information about the library. Questions 19 to 21 are based on the passage you have just heard.19. A） It tastes better. C） It may be sold at a higher price .B） It is easier to grow. D） It can better survive extreme weathers.20. A） It is healthier than green tea. C） It will replace green tea one day.B） It can grow in drier soil. D） It is immune to various diseases.21. A） It has been well received by many tea drinkers.B） It does not bring the promised health benefits.C）It has made tea farmers’ life easier.D） It does not have a stable market.Questions 22 to 25 are based on the passage you have just heard.22. A）They need decorations to show their status.B） They prefer unique objects of high quality.C） They decorate their homes themselves.D） They care more about environment.23. A） They were proud of their creations.B） They could only try to create at night.C） They made great contributions to society.D） They focused on the quality of their products.24. A） Make wise choices. C） Design handicrafts themselves.B） Identify fake crafts. D） Learn the importance of creation.25. A） To boost the local economy. C） To arouse public interest in crafts.B） To attract foreign investments. D） To preserve the traditional culture.PARTⅢ 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.When someone commits a criminal act, we always hope the punishment will match the offense. But when it comes to one of the cruelest crimes — animal fighting — things 26 work out that way. Dog fighting victims are 27 and killed for profit and “sport,” yet their criminal abusers often receive a 28 sentence for causing a lifetime of pain. Roughly half of all federally-convicted animal fighters only get probation(缓刑).Some progress has been made in the prosecution(起诉) of animal fighters. But federal judges often rely heavily on the . Sentencing Guidelines when they 29penalties, and in the case of animal fighting, those guidelines are outdated and extremely30.The . Sentencing Commission, which31these sentencing guidelines, is revisiting them, proposing to raise the minimum sentence from 6-12 to 21-27 months. This is a step in the right 32, but we’d like to see the . Sentencing Commission make further guidelines.Simultaneous to this effort, we’re working with animal advocates and state and federal lawmakers to 33 anti-cruelty laws across the country, as well as supporting laws and policies that assist overburdened animal 34that care for animal fighting victims. This help is35 important because the high cost of caring for animal victims is a major deterrent to intervening in cruelty cases in the first place.Section BDirections：In this section， you are gonging 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.When Work Becomes a Game[A]What motivates employees to do their jobs well? Competition with coworkers, for some. The promise of rewards, for others. Pure enjoyment of problem-solving, for a lucky few.[B]Increasingly, companies are tapping into these desires directly through what’s come to be known as “gamification:” essentially, turning work into a game. “Gamification is about understanding what it is that makes games engaging and what game designers do to create a great experience in games, and taking those learnings and applying them to other contexts such as the workplace and education,” explai ns Kevin Werbach,a gamification expert who teaches at the Wharton School of Business at the University of Pennsylvania in the United States..[C]It might mean monitoring employee productivity on a digital leaderboard and offering prizes to the winners, or giving employees digital badges or stars for completing certain activities. It could also mean training employees how to do their jobs through video game platforms. Companies from Google to IBM to Wells Fargo are known to use some degree of gamification in their workplaces. And more and more companies are joining them. A recent report suggests that the global gamification market will grow from $ billion in 2015 to $ billion by 2020.[D]The concept of gamification is not entirely new, Werbach says. Companies, marketers and teachers have long looked for fun ways to engage people’s reward-seeking or competitive spirits. Cracker Jacks has been “gamifying” its snack food by putting a small prize inside for more than 100 years, he adds, and the turn-of-the-century steel magnate Charles Schwab is said to have often come into his factory and written the number of tons of steel produced on the past shift on the factory floor, thus motivating the next shift of workers to beat the previous one.[E]But the word “gamification” and the widespread, conscious application of the concept only began in earnest about five years ago, Werbach says. Thanks in part to video games, the generation now enteringthe workforce is especially open to the idea of having their work gamified. “We’re at a point where in much of the developed world the vast majority of young people grew up playing [video] games, and an increasingly high percentage of adults play these video games too,” Werbach says.[F]A number of companies have sprung up—GamEffective, Bunchball and Badgeville, to name a few—in recent years offering gamification platforms for businesses. The platforms that are most effective turn employees’ ordinary job tasks into part of a rich adventure narrative. “What makes a game game-like i s that the player actually cares about the outcome,” Werbach says. “The principle is understanding what is motivating to this group of players, which requires some understanding of psychology.”[G]Some people, Werbach says, are motivated by competition. Sales people often fall into this category. For them, the right kind of gamification might be turning their sales pitches into a competition with other team members, complete with a digital leaderboard showing who’s winning at all are more motivated by collaboration and social experiences. One company Werbach has studied uses gamification to create a sense of community and boost employee morale. When employees log in to their computers, they’re shown a picture of one of their coworkers and asked to guess tha t person’s name.[H]Gamification does not have to be digital. Monica Cornetti runs a companythat gamifies employee trainings. Sometimes this involves technology, but often it does not. She recently designed a gamification strategy for a sales training company with a storm-chasing theme. Employees formed “storm chaser teams” and competed in storm-themed educational exercises to earn various rewards.“Rewards don’t have to be stuff,” Cornetti says. “Rewards can be flextime. Rewards can be extension time.”Anot her training, this one for pay roll law, used a Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs theme. Snow White is public domain, but the dwarfs are still under copyright, so Cornetti invented sound-alike characters (Grumpy Gus, Dopey Dan) to illustrate specific pay roll law principles.[I]Some people don’t take as naturally to gamified work environments, Cornetti says. In her experience, people in positions of power or people in finance or engineering don’t tend to like the sound of the word.“If we’re designing for engineers, I’m not talking about a ‘game’ at all,” Cornetti says. “I’m talking about a ‘simulation,’ I’m talking about ‘be ing able to solve this problem.”[J]Gamification is “not a magic bullet,” Werbach cautions. A gamification strategy that’s not sufficientl y thought through or tailored to its players may engage people for a little while, but it won’t motivate in the long term. It can also be exploitative, especially when used with vulnerable populations. For workers, especially low-paidworkers, who desperately need their jobs yet know they can be easily replaced, gamification may feel more like the Hunger Games. Werbach gives the example of several Disneyland hotels in Anaheim, California, which used large digital leaderboards to display how efficiently laundry workers were working compared to one another. Some employees found the board motivating. To others, it was the opposite of fun. Some began to skip bathroom breaks, worried that if their productivity fell they would be fired. Pregnant employees struggled to keep up. In a Los Angeles Times article, one employee referred to the board as a “digital whip.”“It actually had a very negative effect on morale and performance,” Werbach says.[K]Still, gamification only stands to become more popular, he says, “as more and more people come into the workforce who are intuitively familiar with the structures and expressions of digital games.” “We are way ahead of the tipping point,” Cornetti agrees. “There’s no reason this will go away.”famous companies are already using gamification and more are trying to do the same.is not a miracle cure for all workplaces as it may have negative results. enhance morale, one company asks its employees to identify their fellowworks when starting their computers.idea of gamification was practiced by some businesses more than a century ago.is a reason to believe that gamification will be here to stay.games contributed in some ways to the wide application of gamification. turning work into a game, it is necessary to understand what makes games interesting.in employee training does not always need technology.most successful gamification platforms transform daily work assignments into fun experiences.is necessary to use terms other than “gamification”for some professions.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 maked A），B），C）and D）.You should decide on the best choice and mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet2 with a single line through the centre.Passage OneQuestions 46 to 50 are based on the following passage.Recently I attended several meetings where we talked about ways to retain students and keep younger faculty members from going elsewhere.It seems higher education has become an industry of meeting-holders whose task it is to " solve" problems-real or imagined. And in my position as a professor at three different colleges, the actual problems in educating our young people and older students have deepened, while the number of people hired-not to teach but to hold meetings-has increased significantly. Every new problem creates a new job for an administrative fixer. Take our Center for Teaching Excellence. Contrary to its title, the center is a clearing house (信息交流中心)for using technology in classrooms and in online courses. It's an administrative sham (欺诈) of the kind that has multiplied over the last 30 years.I offer a simple proposition in response: Many of our problems-class attendance, educationalsuccess, student happiness and well-being-might be improved by cutting down the bureaucratic (官僚的) mechanisms and meetings and instead hiring an army of good teachers. lf we replaced half of our administrative staff with classroom teachers, we might actually get a majority of ourclasses back to 20 or fewer students per teacher This would be an environment in which teachers and students actually knew each other.The teachers must be free to teach in their own way-the curriculum should be flexible enough so that they can use their individual talents to achieve the goals of the course. Additionally; they should be allowed to teach, and be rewarded for doing it well. Teachers are not people who are great at and consumed by research and happen to appear in a classroom. Good teaching and research are not exclusive, but they are also not automatic companions. Teaching is an art and a craft, talent and practice; it is not something that just anyone can be good at. It is utterly confusing to me that people do not recognize this, despite the fact that pretty much anyone who has been a student can tell the difference between their best and worst teachers.does the author say about present-day universities?A)They are effectively tackling real or imagined problems.B)They often fail to combine teaching with research.C)They are over-burdened with administrative staff.D)They lack talent to fix their deepening problems.to the author, what kind of people do universities lack most?A)Good classroom teachers. C) Talented researchers.B)Efficient administrators. D) Motivated students.does the author imply about the classes at present?A)They facilitate students independent learning.B)They help students form closer relationships.C)They have more older students than before.D)They are much bigger than is desirable.does the author think of teaching ability?A)It requires talent and practice.B)It is closely related to research.C)It is a chief factor affecting students 'learning.D)It can be acquired through persistent practice.is the author’s suggestion for improving university teaching?A)Creating an environment for teachers to share 'their teaching experiences.B)Hiring more classroom teachers and allowing them to teach in their ownway.C)Using high technology in classrooms and promoting exchange of information.D)Cutting down meetings and encouraging administrative staff to go to classrooms.Passage TwoQuestions 51to 55 are based on the following passage.The secret to eating less and being happy about it may have been cracked years ago-by McDonald's. According to a new study from Cornell University's Food and Brand Lab, small non-food rewards-like the toys in McDonald's Happy Meals-stimulate the same reward centers in the brain as food does.The researchers, led by Martin Reimann, carried out a series of experiments to see if people would choose a smaller meal if it was paired with a non-food items.They found that the majority of both kids and adults opted for a half-sized portion when combined with a prize. Both options were priced the same.Even more interesting is that the promise of a future reward was enoughto make adults choose the smaller portion.\One of the prizes used was a lottery ticket（彩票）, with a $ 10, $ 50 or $ 100 payout, and this was as effective as a tangible gift in persuading people to eat less."The fact that participants were willing to substitute part of a food item for the mere prospect of a relatively small monetary award is interesting.”says Reimann.He theorizes that it is the emotional component of these intangible prizes that make them effective. In fact, vaguely-stated possibilities of winning a prize were more effective than options with hard odds included.“One explanation for this finding is that possible awards may be more emotionally provoking than certainty awards," says Reimann. " The uncertainty of winning provides added attraction and desirability through emotional ‘thrills.' The possibility of receiving an award also produces a state of hope一a state that is in itself psychologically rewarding·"In other words, there’s a reason why people like to gambleHow might it’s knowledge be used to help people eat more healthily?One possibility is a healthy that offers the chance to win a spa (温泉疗养) weekend. Or maybe the reward of a half-sized portion could be a half-sized dessert to be claimed only on a future date. That would getyou back in the restaurant-and make you eat a little less.do we learn about McDonald’s inclusion of toys in its Happy Meals?A)It may shed light on people’s desire to crack a secret.B)It has proved to be key to McDonald’s business success.C)It appeals to kid’s curiosity to find out what is hidden inside.D)It may be a pleasant way for kids to reduce their food intake.52. What is the finding of the researchers led by Martin Reimann?A)Reducing food intake is not that difficult if people go to McDonald’s more.B)Most kids and adults don’t actually feel hungry when they eat half of their meal.C)Eating a smaller does good to the health of kids and adults alike.D)Most kids and adults would choose a smaller meal that came with a non-food item.is most interesting in Martin Reimann’s finding?A)Kids preferred an award in the form of money to one in the form of a toy.B)Adults chose the smaller portion on the mere promise of a future awardC)Both kids and adults felt satisfied with only half of their meal portions.D)Neither children nor adults could resist the temptation of a free toy. does Martin Reimann interpret his finding?A)The emotional component of the prizes is at work.B)People now care more about quality than quantity.C)People prefer certainty awards to possible awards.D) The desire for a future reward is overwhelming.can we infer from Martin Reimann’s finding?A)·People should eat much less if they ·wish to stay healthy and happy.B)More fast food restaurants are likely to follow McDonald’s example.C)We can lead people to eat less while helping the restaurant business.D)More studies are needed to find out the impact of emotion on behavior. Part IV Translation （30 minutes）Directions： For this part， you are allowed 30minutes to translate a passage from Chinese into English .You should write your answer on Answer Sheet 2.在中国文化中，红色通常象征着好运、长寿和幸福.在春节和其他喜庆场合，红色到处可见.人们把现金作为礼物送给家人或亲密朋友时，通常放在红色信封里.红色在中国流行的另一个原因是人们把它与中国革命和共产党相联系.然而，红色并不总是代表好运和快乐.因为从死前者名字通常用红色书写，用红墨水书写中国人名被看成是一种冒犯行为.2016年12月大学英语四级答案（第一套）Part1 writing (30 minutes)破题思路：第一段：话题描述. 第二段：表明观点+阐述原因. 第三段：观点结论.参考范文：(选择就业还是创业)Finding a Job FirstUpon graduation， virtually all college students will confront the problem of the career choice，which is truly a tough choice. Students’ opinions differ greatly on this issue. Some hold that priority should be given to start a business of your own， but others take the attitude that finding a job is the best choice influencing their future.As to myself， I prefer the latter view. An opportunity to start a business exerts a tremendous fascination on a great number of people，with no exception to me. In my view， With the competition in the job market becoming increasingly fierce for college graduates，some ambitious students have tried their hands at launching their own businesses. Over the years，there have been many successful cases of student entrepreneurship and such attempts should be encouraged and promoted byboth the universities and the society at large. What’s more ，College students who start businesses are pioneers，among whom will be born China’s future business leaders. Faced with unknown challenges， they are audacious enough to embark on a perilous journey while most of their peers enjoy stable salaries by working as white-collars at high-end office buildings.All in all， the essential difference between the students who find a job or those students who create their own businesses is that the former are docile followers whereas the latter are aggressive trailblazers. For this reason， business-launching college graduates are more admirable，and thus they command our deep respect.Part II Listening Comprehension （25 minutes）【英语四级听力真题解析】听力作为一种考试题型，目的在于考查应试者对英语语言的把握，自从英语四级题型改革后，所选题材侧重新闻稿和演讲稿，比如这次英语四级考试的Section A 部分，主要是关于采盐工人的相关新闻报导，文章稍难，我们在作答之前，一定要快速浏览各题目的选项，先把核心关键词划出来，比如重要的名词，名词性短语等，这样可以帮助我们预知要听的重点，提高捕捉信息的准确度，降低听力材料的难度.在听录音的过程中，快速作标记，锁定正确答案.1.(A)It was dangerous to live in.2.(B)A storm3.(B)They were trapped in an underground elevator.4.(C)They sent supplies to keep the miners warm.5.(D)Close some of its post office.6.(C)Stopping mail delivery on Saturdays.7.(A)Many post office staff will lose their jobs.Section B8.(D)He will lose part of his pay.9.(B)He is a trustworthy guy. 10.(D)She is better at handling such matters.11.(C)He is always trying to stir up trouble.12.(D)Reserved13.(A)They stay quiet 14.(C)She was never invited to a colleague’s home.15.(B)Houses provide more privacySection C16.(D)They will automatically be given hiring priority.17.(C)Visit the school careers service.18.(B)Supervising study spaces to ensure a quiet atmosphere.19.(C)It may be sold at a higher price. 20.(A)It is healthier than green tee.21.(D)It does not have a stable market.22.(B)They prefer unique objects of high quality.23.(B)They could only try to create at night.24.(A)Make wise choices.25.(A)To boost the local economy.Section AA 16th century castle in Scotland is close to collapsing after lumps of soils were washed away by floods, threatening its foundations.On Sunday, the castle’s owner John Gordon, 76, was forced to move out his property after the River Dee swept away about 60 feet of land, leaving the castle dangerous close to the river. According to the Scottish Daily Record.Abergeldie castle located in Aberdeenshire, Scotland was built by Sir Alexander Gordon of Midmar who later became the Earl of Huntly.The castle which is located on 11,700 acres was leased to members of the royal family between 1848 and 1970, including King Edward VII and George V.The Scottish Environment Protection Agency has issued more than 35 flood warnings covering several regions, as Scotland continues to clean up the after Storm Frank hit the country last Wednesday.“This means that rivers will rise more slowly, but then stay high for much longer.” the environmental agency said.Q1. Why did John Gordon move out of Abergeldie castle?Q2. What happened in Scotland last Wednesday?Section A - 2Rescue efforts were underway Thursday morning for 17 miners who were stuck in an elevator below ground at a Cargill rock salt mine near Lansing, New York, according to Marcia Lynch.Public information officer with Tompkins County’s emergency response department, emergency workers have made contact with the miners via a radio. And they all appear to be uninjured, said Jessica Verfuss, the emergency department’s assistant director.Crews have managed to provide heat packs and blankets to the miners sothat they can keep warm during the rescue operation, Verfuss said. Details about what led to the workers’ being trapped in the elevator went immediately available. The mine, along New Yor k’s Cayuga Lake, processes salt used for road treatment. It produces about 2 million tons of salt that is shipped to more than 1,500 places in the northeastern United States, the rock salt mine is one of three operated by Cargill with the other two in Louisiana and Ohio.Q3. What does the news report say about the salt miners?did the rescue team do?Section A - 3The . Postal Service announced today that it is considering closing about 3,700 post offices over the next year because of falling revenues. Facing an $ billion budget deficit this year, closing post officers is one of several proposals the Postal Service has put forth recently to cut costs. Last week, for example, Postmaster General Pat Donahoe announced plans to stop mail delivery on Saturdays, a move he says could save $3 billion annually.“We are losing revenue as we speak,” Donahoe said. “We do not want taxpayer money. We want to be self-sufficient. So like any other business。
【四六级真题】2016年6月大学英语四级真题及解析(第一套)
2016年6月大学英语四级真题（第1套）Part I Writing (30 minutes)Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write a letter to express your thanks to one of your school teachers upon entering college. You should write at least 120 words but no more than 180 words.注意：此部分试题在答题卡1上______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ __Part 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 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：此部分在答题卡1上作答Questions 1 and 2 are based on the news report you have just heard.1. A) How college students can improve their sleep habits.B) Why sufficient sleep is important for college students.C) Why college students are more likely to have stress problems.D) How college students can handle their psychological problems.2. A) It is not easy to improve one’s sleep habits.B) It is not good for students to play video games.C) Students who are better prepared generally get higher scores in examinations.D) Making last-minute preparations for tests may be less effective than sleeping. Questions 3 and 4 are based on the news report you have just heard.3. A) Whether more airports should be built around London.B) Whether adequate investment is being made to improve airport facilities.C) Whether the British Airports Authority should sell off some of its assets.D) Whether the Spanish company could offer better service.4. A) Inefficient management. B) Poor ownership structure.C) Lack of innovation and competition. D) Lack of runway and terminal capacity. Questions 5 to 7 are based on the news report you have just heard.5. A) Report the nicotine content of their cigarettes.B) Set a limit to the production of their cigarettes.C) Take steps to reduce nicotine in their products.D) Study the effects of nicotine on young smokers.6. A) The biggest increase in nicotine content tended to be in brands young smokers like.B) Big tobacco companies were frank with their customers about the hazards of smoking.C) Brands which contain higher nicotine content were found to be much more popular.D) Tobacco companies refused to discuss the detailed nicotine content of their products.7. A) They promised to reduce the nicotine content in cigarettes.B) They have not fully realized the harmful effect of nicotine.C) They were not prepared to comment on the cigarette study.D) They will pay more attention to the quality of their products.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.Conversation oneQuestions 8 to 11 are based on the conversation you have just heard.8. A) Indonesia. B) Holland. C) Sweden. D) England.9. A) Getting a coach who can offer real help. B) Talking with her boyfriend in Dutch.C) Learning a language where it is not spoken . D) Acquiring the necessary ability to socialize .10. A) Listening language programs on the radio. B) Trying to speak it as much as one can.C) Making friends with native speakers. D) Practicing reading aloud as often as possible.11.A) It creates an environment for socializing.B) It offers various courses with credit points.C) It trains young people’s leadership abilities.D) It provides opportunities for language practice.Questions 12 to 15 are based on the conversation you have just heard.12. A) The impact of engine design on rode safety. B) The role policemen play in traffic safety.C) A sense of freedom driving gives. D) Rules and regulations for driving.13. A) Make cars with automatic control. B) Make cars that have better brakes.C) Make cars that are less powerful. D) Make cars with higher standards.14. A) They tend to drive responsibly. B) They like to go at high speed.C) They keep within speed limits. D) They follow traffic rules closely.15. A) It is a bad idea. B) It is not useful.C) It is as effective as speed bumps . D) It should be combined with education. 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.注意：此部分在答题卡1上作答Passage oneQuestions 16 to 18 are based on the passage you have just heard.16. A) The card got damaged . B) The card was found invalid.C) The card reader failed to do the scanning. D) The card reader broke down unexpectedly.17. A) By converting the credit card with a layer of plastic.B) By calling the credit card company for confirmation.C) By seeking help from the card reader maker Verifone.D) By typing the credit card number into the cash register.18. A) Affect the sales of high-tech appliances.B) Change the life style of many Americans.C) Give birth to many new technological inventions.D) Produce many low-tech fixes for high-tech failures.Passage twoQuestions 19 to 21 are based on the passage you have just heard.19. A) They are set by the dean of the graduate school.B) They are determined by the advising board.C) They leave much room for improvement.D) They vary among different departments.20. A) By consulting the examining committee . B) By reading the Bulletin of Information.C) By contacting the departmental office. D) By visiting the university’s website.21. A)They specify the number of credits students must earn.B)They are harder to meet than those for undergraduates.C)They have to be approved by the examining committee.D)They are the same among various divisions of the university.Passage threeQuestions 22 to 25 are based on the passage you have just heard.22. A) Students majoring in nutrition. B) Students in health classes.C) Ph.D. candidates in dieting. D) Middle and high school teachers.23. A) Its overestimate of the effect of dieting. B) Its mistaken conception of nutrition.C) Its changing criteria for beauty. D) Its overemphasis on thinness.24. A) To illustrate her point that beauty is but skin deep.B) To demonstrate the magic effect of dieting on women.C) To explain how computer images can be misleading.D) To prove that technology has impacted our culture.25. A) To persuade girls to stop dieting.B) To promote her own concept of beauty.C) To establish an emotional connection with students.D) To help students rid themselves of bad living habits.Part Ⅲ Reading Comprehension (40 minutes)Section ADirections: In this section, there is a passage with ten blanks. You are required to select one word for each blank from a list of choices given in a word bank following the passage. Read the passage through carefully before making your choices. Each choice in the bank is identified by a letter. Please mark the corresponding letter for each item on Answer Sheet 2 with a single line through the center. You may not use any of the words in the bank more than once.Question 26 to 35 are based on the following passage2016年6月份第一套一、精读开头，抓中心词二、判定空中的词性三、审核空中词的属性：情感、态度、方向等。
《大学英语(四)》第一次网上作业答案
《大学英语（四）》第一次网上作业答案一、单项选择题。
本大题共30个小题，每小题2.5 分，共75.0分。
在每小题给出的选项中，只有一项是符合题目要求的。
1、— Would you like something to drink? What about a cup of tea?— _______No, thanks.1No, I wouldn't.Yes, I want.Yes, I like.2、—What's the matter, John?— _______I failed my French test.1It doesn't matter.Nothing's wrong with him.I don't think I can.3、— Excuse me, could you tell me how to get to the post office?— _______You can't miss itI don't knowNo, I can'tSorry, but I am a stranger here myself14、— How about going fishing?— ____________, I have no patience for that.Excuse meSorry1PardonApologize5、— _______— You too!Merry Christmas!1What a beautiful day!Help yourself!It's very kind of you!6、— Hi, I'm glad to see you.— _______Thank youMe, too1My name is MaryI'm glad to hear that7、— What do you think of your new teacher?— _______He came to teach us last week.He teaches us English.He has two children.He is very nice.18、— Now let's move on to another topic. Can you follow me? — _______, Professor.No, I am notYes, I willNo, I haven'tYes, perfectly19、— You've been busy, haven't you?— _______I was busy last week.Yes, I've been working hard on my paper.1I will get busy with my English studies.I'd like to get busy like our teachers.10、—How much is this necklace?— _______It's very nice.It's a birthday present from my parents.It costs fifty pounds.1It's a bargain.11、—____I put my coat here?—Sorry, you ______.May; mustn't1Do; don'tCan; needn'tMay; can't12、He put forward a theory, _______ of great importance to the progress of science of technology.I think which iswhich I think is1which is I thinkI think it is13、Excuse me for breaking in, _______I have some news for you.soandbut1yet14、_____she was invited to the hall made her very happy.That1IfWhenBecause15、It is the best ______ I have seen.that1whowhomwhich16、The sports meeting was put off till the next week _____rain.in spite ofsobecausebecause of117、The music sounded _______. I enjoyed every minute of it.wellboringwonderfullybeautiful118、He _______ lives in the house where he was born.alreadyyetstill1ever19、We came finally _________ the conclusion that she has been telling lies all the time.ofintoto1at20、The atmosphere _________certain gases mixed together in definite proportions.composes ofis made upconsists of1makes up of21、I don't know the park, but it's______ to be quite beautiful.said1toldspokentalked22、We are next-door _______.neighborhoodsneighborneighborhoodneighbors123、How ______ you say that you really understand the whole story if you have covered only part of the article?can1mustneedmay24、He didn't pass the final examination. He _______ it.must have prepared forought to prepare forought to have prepared for1should prepare for25、Peter worked so fast with the maths problems ______ a lot of mistakes. as to makethat madeto makethat he made126、Down the entrance hall of the school walk four eighth-grade students. Each one is carrying a small basket with a single egg inside. Soon more students join them-each one of them is also carrying a basket with an egg. The eggs in a basket are part of a new school program that helps young people understand that having a baby is a great duty.At the beginning of the program, the teacher puts the students in pairs-one girl and one boy. Each pair gets an egg, which they must take care of for two weeks. For those fourteen days, the students have to take care of the eggs as though they were real babies. Students whose eggs get broken have to start the two weeks all over again with a new egg.One person in each pair must have the egg with him or her at alltimes-twenty-four hours a day. At no time can they let the egg be out of sight. "If a teacher catches you without your egg," said one student, "she makes you go get it. They are really strict." The teachers also make the students spend half an hour each day sitting with the egg and just watching it. That can get pretty boring. But it's also something that parents spend a lot of time doing.Children say that the program has helped them understand the duties involved in having a child. "It was really hard," said one student, "You had to think all the time about the egg."(1)、The purpose of the program is to help students grasp the idea of ______. carrying a basket with an eggbringing up a baby1laying eggsstudying hard at school27、Down the entrance hall of the school walk four eighth-grade students. Each one is carrying a small basket with a single egg inside. Soon more students join them-each one of them is also carrying a basket with an egg. The eggs in a basket are part of a new school program that helps young people understand that having a baby is a great duty.At the beginning of the program, the teacher puts the students in pairs-one girl and one boy. Each pair gets an egg, which they must take care of for two weeks. For those fourteen days, the students have to take care of the eggs as though they were real babies. Students whose eggs get broken have to start the two weeks all over again with a new egg.One person in each pair must have the egg with him or her at alltimes-twenty-four hours a day. At no time can they let the egg be out of sight. "If a teacher catches you without your egg," said one student, "she makes you go get it. They are really strict." The teachers also make the students spend half an hour each day sitting with the egg and just watching it. That can get pretty boring. But it's also something that parents spend a lot of time doing.Children say that the program has helped them understand the duties involved in having a child. "It was really hard," said one student, "You had to think all the time about the egg."(2)、At the beginning, ______.only one student joined the programfour students in all were interested in the programeight students became members of the programmore students than teachers liked the program28、Down the entrance hall of the school walk four eighth-grade students. Each one is carrying a small basket with a single egg inside. Soon more students join them-each one of them is also carrying a basket with an egg. The eggs in a basket are part of a new school program that helps young people understand that having a baby is a great duty.At the beginning of the program, the teacher puts the students in pairs-one girl and one boy. Each pair gets an egg, which they must take care of for two weeks. For those fourteen days, the students have to take care of the eggs as though they were real babies. Students whose eggs get broken have to start the two weeks all over again with a new egg.One person in each pair must have the egg with him or her at alltimes-twenty-four hours a day. At no time can they let the egg be out of sight. "If a teacher catches you without your egg," said one student, "she makes you go get it. They are really strict." The teachers also make the students spend half an hour each day sitting with the egg and just watching it. That can get pretty boring. But it's also something that parents spend a lot of time doing.Children say that the program has helped them understand the dutiesinvolved in having a child. "It was really hard," said one student, "You had to think all the time about the egg."(3)、In the third line of Paragraph 2, "they" refers to ______.teachersstudentseggs1programs29、Down the entrance hall of the school walk four eighth-grade students. Each one is carrying a small basket with a single egg inside. Soon more students join them-each one of them is also carrying a basket with an egg. The eggs in a basket are part of a new school program that helps young people understand that having a baby is a great duty.At the beginning of the program, the teacher puts the students in pairs-one girl and one boy. Each pair gets an egg, which they must take care of for two weeks. For those fourteen days, the students have to take care of the eggs as though they were real babies. Students whose eggs get broken have to start the two weeks all over again with a new egg.One person in each pair must have the egg with him or her at alltimes-twenty-four hours a day. At no time can they let the egg be out of sight. "If a teacher catches you without your egg," said one student, "she makes you go get it. They are really strict." The teachers also make the students spend half an hour each day sitting with the egg and just watching it. That can get pretty boring. But it's also something that parents spend a lot of time doing.Children say that the program has helped them understand the duties involved in having a child. "It was really hard," said one student, "You had to think all the time about the egg."(4)、Why should the students in the program spend half an hour each day sitting with an egg and just watching it?Because it is very boring to have the egg with them at all times.Because the teachers in this program are very strict.Because only in this way can students understand parents in taking care of children.1Because if students do not do it, they will fail in the examination.30、Down the entrance hall of the school walk four eighth-grade students. Each one is carrying a small basket with a single egg inside. Soon more students join them-each one of them is also carrying a basket with an egg. The eggs in a basket are part of a new school program that helps young people understand that having a baby is a great duty.At the beginning of the program, the teacher puts the students in pairs-onegirl and one boy. Each pair gets an egg, which they must take care of for two weeks. For those fourteen days, the students have to take care of the eggs as though they were real babies. Students whose eggs get broken have to start the two weeks all over again with a new egg.One person in each pair must have the egg with him or her at alltimes-twenty-four hours a day. At no time can they let the egg be out of sight. "If a teacher catches you without your egg," said one student, "she makes you go get it. They are really strict." The teachers also make the students spend half an hour each day sitting with the egg and just watching it. That can get pretty boring. But it's also something that parents spend a lot of time doing.Children say that the program has helped them understand the duties involved in having a child. "It was really hard," said one student, "You had to think all the time about the egg."(5)、From the last paragraph, we can infer that ______.a program is the only way to educate childrenone has to think about a program all the timeonly one child grasps the purpose of the programthe program is of help to children's understanding of parents三、判断题。
2016年6月大学英语四级第一套真题附答案及听力材料
2016年6月四级真题（第一套）Part I WritingDirections: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write a letter to express your thanks to one of your school teachers upon entering college. 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) The International Labour Organization's key objective.B) The basic social protection for the most vulnerable.C) Rising unemployment worldwide.D) Global economic recovery.2.A) Many countries have not taken measures to create enough jobs.B) Few countries know how to address the current economic crisis.C) Few countries have realised the seriousness of the current crisis.D) Many countries need support to improve their people's livelihood.Questions 3 and 4 are based on the news report you have just heard.3.A) Serve standardised food nationwide.B) Put calorie information on the menu.C) Increase protein content in the food.D) Offer convenient food to customers.4.A) They will be fined.B) They will be closed.C) They will get a warning.D) They will lose customers.Questions 5 to 7 are based on the news report you have just heard.5.A) Inability to implement their business plans.B) Inability to keep turning out novel products.C) Lack of a successful business model of their own.D) Failure to integrate innovation into their business.6.A) It is the secret to business success.B) It is the creation of something new.C) It is a magic tool to bring big rewards.D) It is an essential part of business culture.7.A) Its hardworking employees.B) Its flexible promotion strategy.C) Its innovation culture.D) Its willingness to make investments.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) He's got addicted to technology.B) He is not very good at socializing.C) He is crazy about text-messaging.D) He does not talk long on the phone.9.A) Talk big.B) Talk at length.C) Gossip a lot.D) Forget herself.10.A) He thought it was cool.B) He needed the practice.C) He wanted to stay connected with them.D) He had an urgent message to send.11.A) It poses a challenge to seniors.B) It saves both time and money.C) It is childish and unprofessional.D) It is cool and convenient.Questions 12 to 15 are based on the conversation you have just heard.12.A) He wants to change his job assignment.B) He is unhappy with his department manager.C) He thinks he deserves extra pay for overtime.D) He is often singled out for criticism by his boss.13.A) His workload was much too heavy.B) His immediate boss did not trust him.C) His colleagues often refused to cooperate.D) His salary was too low for his responsibility.14.A) He never knows how to refuse.B) He is always ready to help others.C) His boss has a lot of trust in him.D) His boss has no sense of fairness.15.A) Put all his complaints in writing.B) Wait and see what happens next.C) Learn to say no when necessary.D) Talk to his boss in person first.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) The importance of sleep to a healthy life.B) Reasons for Americans' decline in sleep.C) Some tips to improve the quality of sleep.D) Diseases associated with lack of sleep.17.A) They are more health-conscious.B) They are changing their living habits.C) They get less and less sleep.D) They know the dangers of lack of sleep.18.A) Their weight will go down.B) Their mind function will deteriorate.C) Their work efficiency will decrease.D) Their blood pressure will rise.Questions 19 to 21 are based on the passage you have just heard.19.A) How much you can afford to pay.B) What course you are going to choose.C) Which university you are going to apply to.D) When you are going to submit your application.20.A) The list of courses studied.B) The full record of scores.C) The references from teachers.D) The personal statement.21.A) Specify what they would like to do after graduation.B) Describe in detail how much they would enjoy studying.C) Indicate they have reflected and thought about the subject.D) Emphasize that they admire the professors in the university.Questions 22 to 25 are based on the passage you have just heard.22.A) It was equipped with rubber tyres.B) It was built in the late 19th century.C) It was purchased by the Royal family.D) It was designed by an English engineer.23.A) They consumed lots of petrol.B) They took two passengers only.C) They were difficult to drive.D) They often broke down.24.A) They were produced on the assembly line.B) They were built with less costly materials.C) They were modeled after British cars.D) They were made for ordinary use.25.A) It made news all over the world.B) It was built for the Royal family.C) It marked a new era in motor travel.D) It attracted large numbers of motorists.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 followingthe 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.Physical activity does the body good, and there's growing evidence that it helps the brain too. Researchers in the Netherlands report that children who get more exercise, whether at school or on their own, 26 to have higher GPAs and better scores on standardized tests. In a 27 of 14 studies that looked at physical activity and academic 28 , investigators found that the more children moved, the better their grades were in school, 29 in the basic subjects of math, English and reading.The data will certainly fuel the ongoing debate over whether physical education classes should be cut as schools struggle to 30 on smaller budgets. The arguments against physical education have included concerns that gym time may be taking away from study time. With standardized test scores in the U.S. 31 in recent years, some administrators believe students need to spend more time in the classroom instead of on the playground. But as these findings show, exercise and academics may notbe 32 exclusive. Physical activity can improve blood 33 to the brain, fueling memory, attention and creativity, which are 34 to learning. And exercise releases hormones that can improve 35 and relieve stress, which can also help learning. So while it may seem as if kids are just exercising their bodies when they're running around, they may actually be exercising their brains as well.A) attendanceB) consequentlyC) currentD) depressingE) droppingF) essentialG) feasibleH) flow I) moodJ) mutually K) particularly L) performance M) review N) survive O) tendSection 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.Finding the Right Home– and Contentment, TooA) When your elderly relative needs to enter some sort of long-term care facility – a moment few parents or children approach without fear – what you would like is to have everything made clear.B) Does assisted living really mark a great improvement over a nursing home, or has the industry simply hired better interior designers? Are nursing homes as bad as people fear, or is that an out-moded stereotype (固定看法)? Can doing one's homework really steer families to the best places? It is genuinely hard to know.C) I am about to make things more complicated by suggesting that what kind of facility an older person lives in may matter less than we have assumed. And that the characteristics adult children look for when they begin the search are not necessarily the things that make a difference to the people who are going to move in. I am not talking about the quality of care, let me hastily add. Nobody flourishes in a gloomy environment with irresponsible staff and a poor safety record. But an accumulating body of research indicates that some distinctions between one type of elder care and another have little real bearing on how well residents do.D) The most recent of these studies, published in The Journal of Applied Gerontology, surveyed 150 Connecticut residents of assisted living, nursing homes and smaller residential care homes (known in some states as board and care homes or adult care homes). Researchers from the University of Connecticut Health Center asked the residents a large number of questions about their quality of life, emotional well-being and social interaction, as well as about the quality of the facilities.E) “We thought we would see differences based on the housing types,” said the lead author of the study, Julie Robison, an associate professor of medicine at the university.A reasonable assumption –don’t families struggle to avoid nursing homes and suffer real guilt if they can't?F) In the initial results, assisted living residents did paint the most positive picture. They were less likely to report symptoms of depression than those in the other facilities, for instance, and less likely to be bored or lonely. They scored higher on social interaction.G) But when the researchers plugged in a number of other variables, such differences disappeared. It is not the housing type, they found, that creates differences in residents' responses. “It is the characteristics of the specific environment they are in, combined with their own personal characteristics – how healthy they feel they are, their age and marital status,” Dr. Robison explained. Whether residents felt involved in the decision to move and how long they had lived there also proved significant. H) An elderly person who describes herself as in poor health, therefore, might be no less depressed in assisted living (even if her children preferred it) than in a nursing home. A person who had input into where he would move and has had time to adaptto it might do as well in a nursing home as in a small residential care home, other factors being equal. It is an interaction between the person and the place, not the sort of place in itself, that leads to better or worse experiences. “You can't just say, ‘Let'sput this person in a residential care home instead of a nursing home – she will be much better off,’” Dr. Robison said. What matters, she added, “is a combination of what people bring in with them, and what they find there.”I) Such findings, which run counter to common sense, have surfaced before. In a multi-state study of assisted living, for instance, University of North Carolina researchers found that a host of variables – the facility's type, size or age; whether a chain owned it; how attractive the neighborhood was – had no significant relationship to how the residents fared in terms of illness, mental decline, hospitalizations or mortality. What mattered most was the residents' physical health and mental status. What people were like when they came in had greater consequence than what happened once they were there.J) As I was considering all this, a press release from a respected research firm crossed my desk, announcing that the five-star rating system that Medicare developed in 2008 to help families compare nursing home quality also has little relationship to how satisfied its residents or their family members are. As a matter of fact, consumers expressed higher satisfaction with the one-star facilities, the lowest rated, than with the five-star ones. (More on this study and the star ratings will appear in a subsequent post.)K) Before we collectively tear our hair out – how are we supposed to find our way in a landscape this confusing? – here is a thought from Dr. Philip Sloane, a geriatrician (老年病学专家) at the University of North Carolina: “In a way, that could be liberating for familie s.”L) Of course, sons and daughters want to visit the facilities, talk to the administrators and residents and other families, and do everything possible to fulfill their duties. But perhaps they don't have to turn themselves into private investigators or Congressional subcommittees. “Families can look a bit more for where the residents are going to be happy,” Dr. Sloane said. And involving the future resident in the process can be very important.M) We all have our own ideas about what would bring our parents happiness. They have their ideas, too. A friend recently took her mother to visit an expensive assisted living/nursing home near my town. I have seen this place – it is elegant, inside and out. But nobody greeted the daughter and mother when they arrived, though the visit had been planned; nobody introduced them to the other residents. When they had lunch in the dining room, they sat alone at a table.N) The daughter feared her mother would be ignored there, and so she decided to move her into a more welcoming facility. Based on what is emerging from some of this research, that might have been as rational a way as any to reach a decision.36. Many people feel guilty when they cannot find a place other than a nursing home for their parents.37. Though it helps for children to investigate care facilities, involving their parents in the decision-making process may prove very important.38. It is really difficult to tell if assisted living is better than a nursing home.39. How a resident feels depends on an interaction between themselves and the care facility they live in.40. The author thinks her friend made a rational decision in choosing a more hospitable place over an apparently elegant assisted living home.41. The system Medicare developed to rate nursing home quality is of little help to finding a satisfactory place.42. At first the researchers of the most recent study found residents in assisted living facilities gave higher scores on social interaction.43. What kind of care facility old people live in may be less important than we think.44. The findings of the latest research were similar to an earlier multi-state study of assisted living.45. A resident's satisfaction with a care facility has much to do with whether they had participated in the decision to move in and how long they had stayed there.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.As Artificial Intelligence (AI) becomes increasingly sophisticated, there are growing concerns that robots could become a threat. This danger can be avoided, according to computer science professor Stuart Russell, if we figure out how to turn human values into a programmable code.Russell argues that as robots take on more complicated tasks, it's necessary to translate our morals into AI language.For example, if a robot does chores around the house, you wouldn't want it to put the pet cat in the oven to make dinner for the hungry children. “You would want that robot preloaded with a good set of values,” said Russell.Some robots are already programmed with basic human values. For example, mobile robots have been programmed to keep a comfortable distance from humans.Obviously there are cultural differences, but if you were talking to another person and they came up close in your personal space, you wouldn't think that's the kind of thing a properly brought-up person would to.It will be possible to create more sophisticated moral machines, if only we can find a way to set out human values as clear rules.Robots could also learn values from drawing patterns from large sets of data on human behavior. They are dangerous only if programmers are careless.The biggest concern with robots going against human values is that human beings fail to do sufficient testing and they've produced a system that will break some kind of taboo (禁忌).One simple check would be to program a robot to check the correct course of action with a human when presented with an unusual situation.If the robot is unsure whether an animal is suitable for the microwave, it has the opportunity to stop, sent out beeps (嘟嘟声), and ask for directions from a human. If we humans aren't quite sure about a decision, we go and ask somebody else.The most difficult step in programming values will be deciding exactly what we believe is moral, and how to create a set of ethical rules. But if we come up with an answer, robots could be good for humanity.46. What does the author say about the threat of robots?A) It may constitute a challenge to computer programmers.B) It accompanies all machinery involving high technology.C) It can be avoided if human values are translated into their language.D) It has become an inevitable peril as technology gets more sophisticated.47. What would we think of a person who invades our personal space according to the author?A) They are aggressive.B) They are outgoing.C) They are ignorant.D) They are ill-bred.48. How do robots learn human values?A) By interacting with humans in everyday life situations.B) By following the daily routines of civilized human beings.C) By picking up patterns from massive data on human behavior.D) By imitating the behavior of properly brought-up human beings.49. What will a well-programmed robot do when facing an unusual situation?A) Keep a distance from possible dangers.B) Stop to seek advice from a human being.C) Trigger its built-in alarm system at once.D) Do sufficient testing before taking action.50. What is most difficult to do when we turn human values into a programmable code?A) Determine what is moral and ethical.B) Design some large-scale experiments.C) Set rules for man-machine interaction.D) Develop a more sophisticated program.Passage TwoQuestions 51 to 55 are based on the following passage.Why do some people live to be older than others? You know the standard explanations: keeping a moderate diet, engaging in regular exercise, etc. But what effect does your personality have on your longevity (长寿)? Do some kinds of personalities lead to longer lives? A new study in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society looked at this question by examining the personality characteristics of 246 children of people who had lived to be at least 100.The study shows that those living the longest are more outgoing, more active and less neurotic (神经质的) than other people. Long-living women are also more likely to be sympathetic and cooperative than women with a normal life span. These findings are in agreement with what you would expect from the evolutionary theory: those who like to make friends and help others can gather enough resources to make it through tough times.Interestingly, however, other characteristics that you might consider advantageous had no impact on whether study participants were likely to live longer. Those who were more self-disciplined, for instance, were no more likely to live to be very old. Also, being open to new ideas had no relationship to long life, which might explain all those bad-tempered old people who are fixed in their ways.Whether you can successfully change your personality as an adult is the subject of a longstanding psychological debate. But the new paper suggests that if you want long life, you should strive to be as outgoing as possible.Unfortunately, another recent study shows that your mother's personality may also help determine your longevity. That study looked at nearly 28,000 Norwegian mothers and found that those moms who were more anxious, depressed and angry were more likely to feed their kids unhealthy diets. Patterns of childhood eating can be hard to break when we're adults, which may mean that kids of depressed moms end up dying younger.Personality isn't destiny (命运), and everyone knows that individuals can learn to change. But both studies show that long life isn't just a matter of your physical health but of your mental health.51. The aim of the study in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society is ______.A) to see whether people's personality affects their life spanB) to find out if one's lifestyle has any effect on their healthC) to investigate the role of exercise in living a long lifeD) to examine all the factors contributing to longevity52. What does the author imply about outgoing and sympathetic people?A) They have a good understanding of evolution.B) They are better at negotiating an agreement.C) They generally appear more resourceful.D) They are more likely to get over hardship.53. What finding of the study might prove somewhat out of our expectation?A) Easy-going people can also live a relatively long life.B) Personality characteristics that prove advantageous actually vary with times.C) Such personality characteristics as self-discipline have no effect on longevity.D) Readiness to accept new ideas helps one enjoy longevity.54. What does the recent study of Norwegian mothers show?A) Children's personality characteristics are invariably determined by their mothers.B) People with unhealthy eating habits are likely to die sooner.C) Mothers' influence on children may last longer than fathers'.D) Mothers' negative personality characteristics may affect their children's life span.55. What can we learn from the findings of the two new studies?A) Anxiety and depression more often than not cut short one's life span.B) Longevity results from a combination of mental and physical health.C) Personality plays a decisive role in how healthy one is.D) Health is in large part related to one's lifestyle.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.功夫（Kung Fu）是中国武术（martial arts）的俗称。
2016年6月四级真题第1套
2016年6月大学英语四级考试真题（第一套）Part I Writing (30 minutes) Directions:For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write a letter to express your thanks to one of your friends who helped you most when you were indifficulty.You should write at least120 words but no more than180words.Part ⅡListening 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 andthe questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a question, youmust choose the best answer from the four choices marked A), B), C) andD). Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 1with a singleline through the centre.Questions 1 and 2 are based on the news report you have just heard.1. A) The International Labor Organization’s key objective.B) The basic social protection for the most vulnerable.C) Rising unemployment worldwide.D) Global economic recovery.2. A) Many countries have not taken measures to create enough jobs.B) Few countries know how to address the current economic crisis.C) Few countries have realized the seriousness of the current crisis.D) Many countries need support to improve their people’s livelihood.Questions 3 and 4 are based on the news report you have just heard.3. A) Serve standardized food nationwide.B) Put calorie information on the menu.C) Increase protein content in the food.D) Offer convenient food to customers.4. A) They will be fined.B) They will be closed.C) They will get a warning.D) They will lose customers.Questions 5 to 7 are based on the news report you have just heard.5. A) Inability to implement their business plans.B) Inability to keep turning out novel products.C) Lack of a successful business model of their own.D) Failure to integrate innovation into their business.6. A) It is the secret to business success.B) It is the creation of something new.C) It is a magic tool to bring big rewards.D) It is an essential part of business culture.7. A) Its hardworking employees.B) Its flexible promotion strategy.C) Its innovation culture.D) Its willingness to make investments.Section BDirections:In this section, you will hear two long conversations. At the end of each conversation you will hear four questions. Both the conversations andthe questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a question, youmust choose the best answer from the four choices marked A), B), C) andD). Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 1 with a singleline through the centre.Questions 8 to 11 are based on the conversation you have just heard.8. A) He’s got addicted to technology.B) He is not very good at socializing.C) He is crazy about text-messaging.D) He does not talk long on the phone.9. A) Talk big.B) Talk at length.C) Gossip a lot.D) Forget herself.10. A) He thought it was cool.B) He needed the practice.C) He wanted to stay connected with them.D) He had an urgent message to send.11. A) It poses a challenge to seniors.B) It saves both time and money.C) It is childish and unprofessional.D) It is cool and convenient.Questions 12 to 15 are based on the conversation you have just heard.12. A) He wants to change his job assignment.B) He is unhappy with his department manager.C) He thinks he deserves extra pay for overtime.D) He is often singled out for criticism by his boss.13. A) His workload was much too heavy.B) His immediate boss did not trust him.C) His colleagues often refused to cooperate.D) His salary was too low for his responsibility.14. A) He never knows how to refuse.B) He is always ready to help others.C) His boss has a lot of trust in him.D) His boss has no sense of fairness.15. A) Put all his complaints in writing.B) Wait and see what happens next.C) Learn to say no when necessary.D) Talk to his boss in person first.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 questionswill be spoken only once. After you hear a question, you must choose thebest answer from the four choices marked A), B), C) and D).Then markthe corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 1 with a single line throughthe centre.Questions 16 to 18 are based on the passage you have just heard.16. A) The importance of sleep to a healthy life.B) Reasons for Americans’ decline in sleep.C) Some tips to improve the quality of sleep.D) Diseases associated with lack of sleep.17. A) They are more health-conscious.B) They are changing their living habits.C) They get less and less sleep.D) They know the dangers of lack of sleep.18. A) Their weight will go down.B) Their mind function will deteriorate.C) Their work efficiency will decrease.D) Their blood pressure will rise.Questions 19 to 21 are based on the passage you have just heard.19. A) How much you can afford to pay.B) What course you are going to choose.C) Which university you are going to apply to.D) When you are going to submit your application.20. A) The list of courses studied.B) The full record of scores.C) The references from teachers.D) The personal statement.21. A) Specify what they would like to do after graduation.B) Describe in detail how much they would enjoy studying.C) Indicate they have reflected and thought about the subject.D) Emphasize that they admire the professors in the university.Questions 22 to 25 are based on the passage you have just heard.22. A) It was equipped with rubber tyres.B) It was built in the late 19th century.C) It was purchased by the Royal family.D) It was designed by an English engineer.23. A) They consumed lots of petrol.B) They took two passengers only.C) They were difficult to drive.D) They often broke down.24. A) They were produced on the assembly line.B) They were built with less costly materials.C) They were modeled after British cars.D) They were made for ordinary use.25. A) It made news all over the world.B) It was built for the Royal family.C) It marked a new era in motor travel.D) It attracted large numbers of motorists.Part ⅢReading 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 wordbank following the passage. Read the passage through carefully beforemaking your choices. Each choice in the bank is identified by a letter.Please mark the corresponding letter for each item on Answer Sheet 2with a single line through the centre. You may not use any of the wordsin the bank more than once.Questions 26 to 35 are based on the following passage.Physical activity does the body good, and there’s growing evidence t hat it helps the brain too. Researchers in the Netherlands report that children who get more exercise, whether at school or on their own, 26 to have higher GPAs and better scores on standardized tests. In a 27 of 14 studies that looked at physical activity and academic 28 , investigators found that the more children moved, the better their grades were in school, 29 in the basic subjects of math, English and reading.The data will certainly fuel the ongoing debate over whether physical education classes should be cut as schools struggle to 30 on smaller budgets. The arguments against physical education have included concerns that gym time may be taking away from study time. With standardized test scores in the U.S. 31 in recent years, some administrators believe students need to spend more time in the classroom instead of on the playground. But as these findings show, exercise and academics may not be 32 exclusive. Physical activity can improve blood 33 to the brain, fueling memory, attention and creativity, which are 34 to learning. And exercise releases hormones that can improve 35 and relieve stress, which can also help learning. So while it may seem as if kids are just exercising their bodies when they’re running around, they may actually be exercising their brains as well.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 theparagraphs. Identify the paragraph from which the information isderived. You may choose a paragraph more than once. Each paragraphis marked with a letter. Answer the question by marking thecorresponding letter on Answer Sheet 2.Finding the Right Home—and Contentment, Too[A] When your elderly relative needs to enter some sort of long-term care facility—amoment few parents or children approach without fear—what you would like is to have everything made clear.[B] Does assisted living really mark a great improvement over a nursing home, or hasthe industry simply hired better interior designers? Are nursing homes as bad as people fear, or is that an out-moded stereotype(固定看法)? Can doing one’s homework really steer families to the best places? It is genuinely hard to know.[C] I am about to make things more complicated by suggesting that what kind offacility an older person lives in may matter less than we have assumed. And that the characteristics adult children look for when they begin the search are not necessarily the things that make a difference to the people who are going to move in. I am not talking about the quality of care, let me hastily add. Nobody flourishes in a gloomy environment with irresponsible staff and a poor safety record. But an accumulating body of research indicates that some distinctions between one type of elder care and another have little real bearing on how well residents do.[D] The most recent of these studies, published in The Journal of AppliedGerontology, surveyed 150 Connecticut residents of assisted living, nursing homes and smaller residential care homes (known in some states as board and care homes or adult care homes). Researchers from the University of ConnecticutHealth Center asked the residents a large number of questions about their quality of life, emotional well-being and social interaction, as well as about the quality of the facilities.[E]“We thought we would see differences based on the housing types,” said the leadauthor of the study, Julie Robison, an associate professor of medicine at the university. A reasonable assumption—don’t families struggle to avoid nursing homes and suffer real guilt if they can’t?[F] In the initial results, assisted living residents did paint the most positive picture.They were less likely to report symptoms of depression than those in the other facilities, for instance, and less likely to be bored or lonely. They scored higher on social interaction.[G] But when the researchers plugged in a number of other variables, such differencesdisappeared. It is not the housing type, they found, that creates differences in residents’ responses. “It is the characteristics of the specific environment they arein, combined with their own personal characteristics—how healthy they feel they are, their age and marital status,” Dr. Robison explained. Whether residents felt involved in the decision to move and how long they had lived there also proved significant.[H] An elderly person who describes herself as in poor health, therefore, might be noless depressed in assisted living (even if her children preferred it) than in a nursing home. A person who had input into where he would move and has had time to adapt to it might do as well in a nursing home as in a small residential care home, other factors being equal. It is an interaction between the person and the place, not the sort of place in itself, that leads to better or worse experiences. “You can’t jus t say, ‘Let’s put this person in a residential care home instead of a nursing home—she will be much better off,’” Dr. Robison said. What matters, she added, “is a combination of what people bring in with them, and what they find there.”[I] Such findings, which run counter to common sense, have surfaced before. In amulti-state study of assisted living, for instance, University of North Carolina researchers found that a host of variables—the facility’s type, size or age; whethera chain owned it; how attractive the neighborhood was—had no significantrelationship to how the residents fared in terms of illness, mental decline, hospitalizations or mortality. What mattered most was the residents’ physical health and mental status. What people were like when they came in had greater consequence than what happened once they were there.[J] As I was considering all this, a press release from a respected research firm crossed my desk, announcing that the five-star rating system that Medicare developed in 2008 to help families compare nursing home quality also has little relationship to how satisfied its residents or their family members are. As a matter of fact, consumers expressed higher satisfaction with the one-star facilities, the lowest rated, than with the five-star ones. (More on this study and the star ratingswill appear in a subsequent post.)[K] Before we collectively tear our hair out—how are we supposed to find our way ina landscape this confusing?—here is a thought from Dr. Philip Sloane, ageriatrician (老年病学专家) at the University of North Carolina：“In a way, that could be liberating for families.”[L] Of course, sons and daughters want to visit the facilities, talk to the administrators and residents and other families, and do everything possible to fulfill their duties.But perhaps they don’t have to turn themselves into private investigators or Congressional subcommittees. “Families can look a bit more for where theresidents are going to be happy,”Dr. Sloane said. And involving the future resident in the process can be very important.[M] We all have our own ideas about what would bring our parents happiness. They have their ideas, too. A friend recently took her mother to visit an expensive assisted living/nursing home near my town. I have seen this place—it is elegant, inside and out. But nobody greeted the daughter and mother when they arrived, though the visit had been planned; nobody introduced them to the other residents.When they had lunch in the dining room, they sat alone at a table.[N] The daughter feared her mother would be ignored there, and so she decided to move her into a more welcoming facility. Based on what is emerging from some of this research, that might have been as rational a way as any to reach a decision.36. Many people feel guilty when they cannot find a place other than a nursing homefor their parents.37. Though it helps for children to investigate care facilities, involving their parents inthe decision-making process may prove very important.38. It is really difficult to tell if assisted living is better than a nursing home.39. How a resident feels depends on an interaction between themselves and the carefacility they live in.40. The author thinks her friend made a rational decision in choosing a morehospitable place over an apparently elegant assisted living home.41. The system Medicare developed to rate nursing home quality is of little help tofinding a satisfactory place.42. At first the researchers of the most recent study found residents in assisted livingfacilities gave higher scores on social interaction.43. What kind of care facility old people live in may be less important than we think.44. The findings of the latest research were similar to an earlier multi-state study ofassisted living.45. A re sident’s satisfaction with a care facility has much to do with whether they hadparticipated in the decision to move in and how long they had stayed there.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 fourchoices marked A), B), C) and D). You should decide on the best choiceand mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 2with a single linethrough the centre.Passage OneQuestions 46 to 50 are based on following passage.As Artificial Intelligence (AI) becomes increasingly sophisticated, there are growing concerns that robots could become a threat. This danger can be avoided, according to computer science professor Stuart Russell, if we figure out how to turn human values into a programmable code.Russell argues that as robots take on more complicated tasks, it’s necessary to translate our morals into AI language.For example, if a robot does chores around the house, you wouldn’t want it to p ut the pet cat in the oven to make dinner for the hungry children. “You would want that robot preloaded with a good set of values,” said Russell.Some robots are already programmed with basic human values. For example, mobile robots have been programmed to keep a comfortable distance from humans. Obviously there are cultural differences, but if you were talking to another person and they came up close in your personal space, you wouldn’t think that’s the kind of thing a properly brought-up person would do.It will be possible to create more sophisticated moral machines, if only we can find a way to set out human values as clear rules.Robots could also learn values from drawing patterns from large sets of data on human behavior. They are dangerous only if programmers are careless.The biggest concern with robots going against human values is that human beings fail to do sufficient testing and they’ve produced a system that will break some kind of taboo (禁忌).One simple check would be to program a robot to check the correct course of action with a human when presented with an unusual situation.If the robot is unsure whether an animal is suitable for the microwave, it has the opportunity to stop, send out beeps (嘟嘟声), and ask for directions from a human. If we humans aren’t quite sure about a decision, we go and ask somebody else.The most difficult step in programming values will be deciding exactly what we believe is moral, and how to create a set of ethical rules. But if we come up with an answer, robots could be good for humanity.46. What does the author say about the threat of robots?A) It may constitute a challenge to computer programmers.B) It accompanies all machinery involving high technology.C) It can be avoided if human values are translated into their language.D) It has become an inevitable peril as technology gets more sophisticated.47. What would we think of a person who invades our personal space according to theauthor?A) They are aggressive.B) They are outgoing.C) They are ignorant.D) They are ill-bred.48. How do robots learn human values?A) By interacting with human in everyday life situations.B) By following the daily routines of civilized human beings.C) By picking up patterns from massive data on human behavior.D) By imitating the behavior of properly brought-up human beings.49. What will a well-programmed robot do when facing an unusual situation?A) Keep a distance from possible dangers.B) Stop to seek advice from a human being.C) Trigger its built-in alarm system at once.D) Do sufficient testing before taking action.50. What is most difficult to do when we turn human values into a programmablecode?A) Determine what is moral and ethical.B) Design some large-scale experiments.C) Set rules for man-machine interaction.D) Develop a more sophisticated program.Questions 51 to 55 are based on the following passage.Why do some people live to be older than others? You know the standard explanations: keeping a moderate diet, engaging in regular exercise, etc. But what effect does your personality have on your longevity (长寿)? Do some kinds of personalities lead to longer lives? A new study in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society looked at this question by examining the personality characteristics of 246 children of people who had lived to be at least 100.The study shows that those living the longest are more outgoing, more active and less neurotic (神经质的)than other people. Long-living women are also more likely to be sympathetic and cooperative than women with a normal life span. These findings are in agreement with what you would expect from the evolutionary theory: those who like to make friends and help others can gather enough resources to make it through tough times.Interestingly, however, other characteristics that you might consider advantageous had no impact on whether study participants were likely to live longer. Those who were more self-disciplined, for instance, were no more likely to live to be very old. Also, being open to new ideas had no relationship to long life, which might explain all those bad-tempered old people who are fixed in their ways.Whether you can successfully change your personality as an adult is the subject of a longstanding psychological debate. But the new paper suggests that if you want long life, you should strive to be as outgoing as possible.Unfortunately, another recent study shows that your mother’s personality may also help determine your longevity. That study looked at nearly 28,000 Norwegian mothers and found that those moms who were more anxious, depressed and angry were more likely to feed their kids unhealthy diets. Patterns of childhood eating canbe hard to break when we’re adults, which may mean that kids of depressed moms end up dying younger.Personality isn’t destiny (命运), and everyone knows that individuals can learn to change. But both studies show that long life isn’t just a matter of your physical health but of your mental health.51. The aim of the study in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society is _____.A) to see whether people’s personality affects their life spanB) to find out if one’s lifestyle has any effect on their healthC) to investigate the role of exercise in living a long lifeD) to examine all the factors contributing to longevity52. What does the author imply about outgoing and sympathetic people?A) They have a good understanding of evolution.B) They are better at negotiating an agreement.C) They generally appear more resourceful.D) They are more likely to get over hardship.53. What finding of the study might prove somewhat out of our expectation?A) Easy-going people can also live a relatively long life.B) Personality characteristics that prove advantageous actually vary with times.C) Such personality characteristics as self-discipline have no effect on longevity.D) Readiness to accept new ideas helps one enjoy longevity.54. What does the recent study of Norwegian mothers show?A) Children’s personality characteristics are invariably determined by their mothers.B) People with unhealthy eating habits are likely to die sooner.C) Mothers’ influence on children may last longer than fathers’.D) Mothers’ negative personality characteristics may affect their children’s life spans.55. What can we learn from the findings of the two new studies?A) Anxiety and depression more often than not cut short one’s life span.B) Longevity results from a combination of mental and physical health.C) Personality plays a decisive role in how healthy one is.D) Health is in large part related to one’s lif estyle.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.功夫（Kung Fu）是中国武术（martial arts）的俗称。
2016年大学英语四级考试试题样卷及答案
2016年⼤学英语四级考试试题样卷及答案2016年⼤学英语四级考试试题样卷Part I Writing (30 minutes)Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write an essay. You should start your essay with a brief description of the picture and then express your views on the importance of learning basic skills. You should write at least 120 words but no more than 180 words. Write your essay on Answer Sheet 1.Part 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 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 will be based on the following news item.1. A) Christmas-time attacks made by Somali rebels.B) An explosion at a bus station in central Nairobi.C) The killing of more than 70 Ugandans in Kampala.D) Blasts set off by a Somali group in Uganda’s capital.2. A) On Christmas Eve.B) Just before midnight.C) During a security check.D) In the small hours of the morning.Questions 3 and 4 will be based on the following news item.3. A) It is likely to close many of its stores.B) It is known for the quality of its goods.C) It remains competitive in the recession.D) It will expand its online retail business.4. A) Expand its business beyond groceries.B) Fire 25,000 of its current employees.C) Cut its DVD publishing business.D) Sell the business for one pound.Questions 5 to 7 will be based on the following news item.5. A) All taxis began to use meters.B) All taxis got air conditioning.C) Advertisements were allowed on taxis.D) Old taxis were replaced with new cabs.6. A) A low interest loan scheme.B) Environmentalists’ protests.C) Taxi passengers’ complaints.D) Permission for car advertising.7. A) There are no more irregular practices.B) All new cabs provide air-conditioning.C) New cabs are all equipped with meters.D) New legislation protects consumer rights.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.Conversation OneQuestions 8 to 11 are based on the conversation you have just heard.8. A) It has a partnership with LCP.B) It is headquartered in London.C) It specializes in safety from leaks.D) It has a chemical processing plant.9.A) He is a chemist.B) He is a salesman.C) He is a safety inspector.D) He is Mr. Grand’s friend.10.A) The public relations officer.B) Mr. Grand’s personal assistant.C) Director of the safety department.D) Head of the personnel department.11. A) Wait for Mr. Grand to call back.B) Leave a message for Mr. Grand.C) Provide details of their products and services.D) Send a comprehensive description of their work.Conversation TwoQuestions 12 to 15 are based on the conversation you have just heard.12. A) Teacher.B) Journalist.C) Editor.D) Typist.13. A) Some newly discovered scenic spot.B) Big changes in the Amazon valley.C) A new railway under construction.D) The beautiful Amazon rainforests.14. A) In news weeklies.B) In a local evening paper.C) In newspapers’ Sunday editions.D) In overseas editions of U.S. magazines.15. A) To become a professional writer.B) To be employed by a newspaper.C) To get her life story published soon.D) To sell her articles to a news service.Section CDirections: In this section, you will hear three passages. At the end of each passage, you will hear some questions. Both the passage and the questions will be spoken only once. Afteryou 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 AnswerSheet 1 with a single line through the centre.Passage OneQuestions 16 to 18 are based on the passage you have just heard.16. A) She is both a popular and a highly respected author.B) She is the first writer to focus on the fate of slaves.C) She is the most loved African novelist of all times.D) She is the most influential author since the 1930’s.17.A) The Book Critics Circle Award.B) The Nobel Prize for literature.C) The Pulitzer Prize for fiction.D) The National Book Award.18. A) She is a relative of Morrison’s.B) She is a slave from Africa.C) She is a skilled storyteller.D) She is a black woman.Passage TwoQuestions 19 to 21 are based on the passage you have just heard.19. A) They are very generous in giving gifts.B) They refuse gifts when doing business.C) They regard gifts as a token of friendship.D) They give gifts only on special occasions.20. A) They enjoy giving gifts to other people.B) They spend a lot of time choosing gifts.C) They have to follow many specific rules.D) They pay attention to the quality of gifts.21.A) Gift-giving plays an important role in human relationships.B) We must be aware of cultural differences in giving gifts.C) We must learn how to give gifts before going abroad.D) Reading extensively can make one a better gift-giver.Passage ThreeQuestions 22 to 25 are based on the passage you have just heard.22.A) She tenderly looked after her sick mother.B) She developed a strong interest in finance.C) She learned to write for financial newspapers.D) She invested in stocks and shares on Wall Street.23.A) She inherited a big fortune from her father.B) She sold her restaurant with a substantial profit.C) She got 7.5 million dollars from her ex-husband.D) She made a wise investment in real estate.24.A) She was dishonest in business dealings.B) She frequently ill-treated her employees.C) She abused animals including her pet dog.D) She was extremely mean with her money.25.A) She carried on her family’s tradition.B) She made huge donations to charities.C) She built a hospital with her mother’s money.D) She made a big fortune from wise investments.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. Eachchoice 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 36 to 45 are based on the following passage.One in six. Believe it or not, th at’s the number of Americans who struggle with hunger. To make tomorrow a little better, Feeding America, the nation’s largest(36) hunger-relief organization, has chosen September as Hunger Action Month. As part of its 30 Ways in 30 Days program, it’s aski ng (37) across the country to help the more than 200 food banks and 61,000 agencies in its network provide low-income individuals and families with the fuel they need to (38) .It’s the kind of work that’s done every day at St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church in San Antonio. People who (39) at its front door on the first and third Thursdays of each month aren’t looking for God –they’re there for something to eat. St. Andrew’s runs a food pantry (⾷品室) that (40) the city and several of the(41) towns. Janet Drane is its manager.In the wake of the (42) , the number of families in need of food assistance began to grow. It is (43) that 49million Americans are unsure of where they will find their next meal. What’s most surprising is that 36% of them live in (44) where at least one adult is working. ―It used to be that one job was all you needed,‖ says St. Andrew’s Drane. ―The people we see now have three or four part-time jobs and they’re still right on the edge(45) .‖注意：此部分试题请在答题卡2上作答。
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2016年上半年大学英语（4）第一次作业∙问题1得 3 分，满分 3 分第一部分：交际用语（共10小题；每小题3分，满分30分）此部分共有5个未完成的对话，针对每个对话中未完成的部分有4个选项，请从A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项1. — Could I borrow your car for a few days?—答案所选答案： A. Sure, here your are. Enjoy your journey.∙问题2得 3 分，满分 3 分"2. - Hello! May I speak to Jane, please?- ()."答案所选答案：" A. Speaking, please"∙问题3得 3 分，满分 3 分3. — I'm sorry. I lost the key.—答案所选答案： A. Well, it's OK.∙问题4得0 分，满分 3 分"4.After a busy week, finally everything for him-------."答案所选答案： A. cleared B.cleared up∙问题5得 3 分，满分 3 分5. — It's rather cold here. Do you mind if I close the window?—答案所选答案： B. No, go ahead.∙问题6得 3 分，满分 3 分"6. One doesn’t have to be a genius, but he must be always full of _________ curiosity."答案所选答案： A. intellectual∙问题7得 3 分，满分 3 分"7. The city seems _______ tonight, as if something is going to happen."答案所选答案： D. tense∙问题8得0 分，满分 3 分"8. A feeling of faintness and sickness _______ me, and I don’t feel like eating for the moment."答案所选答案： D. came over C.came to∙问题9得 3 分，满分 3 分"9. He is a great cook. I really liked the meal. _________, I found that the Chinese rice wine goesparticularly well with seafood."答案所选答案： A. Accidentally∙问题10得 3 分，满分 3 分10. — What do you want to do next? We have half an hour until the basketball game ends.— _________．Whatever you want to do is fine with me.答案所选答案：B．It’s up to you∙问题11得8 分，满分20 分Do you know the story about the fox and the grapes? A fox is ___[1]___ food. He is very hungry.Now, he stands near a wall. The wall is very ___[2]___.The fox is looking up. He sees a lot of fine grapes ___[3]___ the wall. He smilesand says, "How nice they are! I want to eat them."The fox jumps and jumps, but the wall is too high. He ___[4]___ get the grapes.The fox says, "I must go now. I don't like those grapes. They are green. They are not ___[5]___ toeat."所选答案：Do you know the story about the fox and the grapes? A fox is ___A：looking for___ food. He is very hungry. Now, he stands near a wall. The wall is very ___B：good___.The fox is looking up. He sees a lot of fine grapes ___C：on___ the wall. He smiles and says, "How nice they are! I want to eat them."The fox jumps and jumps, but the wall is too high. He ___D：high___get the grapes.The fox says, "I must go now. I don't like those grapes. They are green. They are not___E：can't___ to eat."A looking for B：high _C：on _D：can't E：good∙问题12得20 分，满分20 分It seems quite clearly unjust to pay two people different amounts of money for doing the samework. But it is not as easy as it appeals at first __[1]__ to introduce equal pay for equal work.Two people may be working side by side in a factory and doing the same work, butone may be doing it twice as fast as the __[2]__; or one may be making no mistakes,while the other is making a lot. In some kinds of work, one can solve the problemof speed if one pays by the amount of work to be done and not by the hour: work paidfor in this __[3]__ is called piece-work. But it is not always possible to do this,so it is sometimes useful to pay workers at different rates, which take differencesin skill into __[4]__. This usually means that the younger and therefore lessexperienced worker gets less than the __[5]__ and more experienced one, which seemsreasonable enough.所选答案：It seems quite clearly unjust to pay two people different amounts of money for doing the same work. But it is not as easy as it appeals at first __B：sight__ to introduce equal pay for equal work.Two people may be working side by side in a factory and doing the same work, but one may be doing it twice as fast as the __A：other__; or one may be making no mistakes, while the other is making a lot. In some kinds of work, one can solve the problem of speed if one pays by the amount of work to be done and not by the hour: work paid for in this __D：way__ is called piece-work. But it is not always possible to do this, so it is sometimes useful to pay workers at different rates, which take differences in skill into __E：account__. This usually means that the younger and therefore less experienced worker gets less than the __C：older__ and more experienced one, which seems reasonable enough.∙问题13需要评分二、写作要求在30分钟内，根据下面所给的题目和中文提纲用英语写出一篇不少于80词的信件。
Topic1A Get-together on May Day Holiday1. 了解对方近日的情况。
2. 你的近况并通知他（她）：五一长假有一个同学聚会。
3. 邀请对方参加。
答案所选Dear Hong Hong:答案：How is everything getting along with you? It is almost one year since we graduated from university. I miss you very much. What have you been doing all these days?After graduation I have been in my home town enterprise finance. Although this work is very busy, but I like this job, you know.So everything is fine here.There will be a former classmates’ getting together during this May Day holiday at my school.You are my best friend. I never forget those happy days we spent together. I hope you can come to my school when the time is due and you are free.I am looking forward to your reply.。