2020年全国公共英语四级试题及答案(卷二)
2020年普通高等学校招生全国统一考试英语试题(全国卷2,正式版解析)
2020年普通高等学校招生全国统一考试英语试题（全国卷2）第二部分阅读理解（共两节，满分40分）第一节(共15题：每小题2分，满分30分)阅读下列短文，从每题所给的四个选项(A、B、C和D)中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
AWhat’s On?Electric Underground7.30pm－1.00am Free at the Cyclops TheatreDo you know who’s playing in your area? We’re bringing you a n evening of live rock and pop music from the best local bands. Are you interested in becoming a musician and getting a recording contract(合同)? If so, come early to the talk at 7.30pm by Jules Skye, a successful record producer. He’s going to talk about how you can find the right person to produce you music.Gee Whizz8.30pm-10.30pm Comedy at KaleidoscopeCome and see Gee Whizz perform. He’s the funniest stand-up comedian on the comedy scene. This joyful show will please everyone, from the youngest to the oldest. Gee Whizz really knows how to make you laugh! Our bar is open from 7.00pm for drinks and snacks(快餐).Simon’s Workshop5.00pm-7.30pm Wednesdays at Victoria StageThis is a good chance for anyone who wants to learn how to do comedy. The workshop looks at every kind of comedy, and practices many different ways of making people laugh. Simon is a come dian and actor who has 10 years’ experience of teaching comedy. His workshops are exciting and fun. An evening with Simon will give you the confidence to be funny.Charlotte Stone8.00pm-11.00pm Pizza WorldFine food with beautiful jazz music; this is a great evening out. Charlotte Stone will perform songs from her new best-selling CD, with James Pickering on the piano. The menu is Italian, with excellent meat and fresh fish, pizzas and pasta(面食). Book early to get a table. Our bar is open all day, and serves cocktails, coffee, beer, and white wine.1. Who can help you if you want to have your music produced?A. Jules Skye.B. Gee Whizz.C. Charlotte Stone.D. James Pickering.2. At which place can people of different ages enjoy a good laugh?A. The Cyclops TheatreB. KaleidoscopeC. Victoria StageD. Pizza World3. What do we know about Simon’s Workshop?A. It requires membership status.B. It lasts three hours each time.C. It is run by a comedy club.D. It is held every Wednesday.4. When will Charlotte Stone perform her songs?A. 5.00pm-7.30pm.B. 7.30pm－1.00am.C. 8.00pm-11.00pm.D. 8.30pm-10.30pm.【答案】1.A 2. B 3. D 4. C【解析】试题分析：本文属于广告类阅读，介绍了四则广告，难度较小。
2020年6月大学生英语四级真题试卷及答案(第二套)
大学英语四级真题试题二(完整版)Part I Writing (30 minutes) (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 a short easy on the importance of speaking ability and how to develop it.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 questions will be spoken only once. After you hear questions, you must choose the best answer from the four choices marked A), B), C) and D). Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 1 with a single line through the centre.注意：此部分试题请在答题卡1上作答。
Questions 1 to 2 are based on the new report you have just heard.1.A) Annoyed. C) Confused.B)Scared. D) Offended.2. A) It crawled over the woman’s hands.B) It wound up on the steering wheel.C) It was killed by the police on the spot.D) It was covered with large scales.Questions 3 to 4 are based on the new report you have just heard.3. A) A study of the fast-food service.B) Fast food customer satisfaction.C) McDonald’s new business strategies.D) Competition in the fast-food industry.4. A) Customers' higher demands.B)The inefficiency of employees.C) Increased variety of products.D) The rising number of customers.Questions 5 to 7 are based on the new report you have just heard.5. A) International treaties regarding space travel programs.B)Legal issues involved in commercial space exploration.C)U. S. government’s approval of private space missions.D)Competition among public and private space companies.6. A) Deliver scientific equipment to the moon.B)Approve a new mission to travel into outer space.C)Work with federal agencies on space programs.D)Launch a manned spacecraft to Mars.7.A) It is significant.B)It is promising.C)It is unpredictable.D)It is unprofitable.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。
2020年全国公共英语四级试题及答案(卷二)
2020年全国公共英语四级试题及答案（卷二）1. He told me that the firm could not afford __ such large salaries.A. payingB. to payC. to have paidD. being paid2. She has travelled in __ countries.A. southB. northC. northernD. northwest3. The plane was then able to __ and it cleared the mountains by 400 feet.A. riseB. raiseC. ariseD. rouse4. He had __ to go because he doesn't get on well with others.A. everywhereB. anywhereC. somewhereD. nowhere5. Don't be so __; I'm not telling you what I've promised not to say.A.oddB.shockedC.strangeD.curious6. He __ his previous best performance in the 1000 meters.A. improvesB. improves onC. bettersD. proves7. I __ to interrupt a man when he's busy working.A. envyB. hateC. admireD. improve8. he was astonished __ what he found.A. atB. toC. forD. on9. They made no effort to hide their amusement __ I produced a packet of sweets from my pocket.A. whateverB. whereverC. whoeverD. whenever10. I had hoped to get $1000 for my old car but had to __ a lot less.A. settle downB. settle inC. settle forD. settle on1. B2. C3. A4. D5. D6. B7. B8. A9. D 10. C【知识点】1. afford 后常接动词的不定式，所以应该选B："to pay".3. 此处只能选择一个不及物动词作答案4. 句子的意思为："他没有什么地方去因为与别人相处不好"__ everywhere：每处__ anywhere：无论何处__ somewhere：某处__ 所以，只有nowhere符合题意。
2020年大学英语四级听力试题及答案(卷二)
2020年大学英语四级听力试题及答案（卷二）Section A(1-8)Directions: In this section, you will hear 8 short conversations and 2 long conversations. At the end of each conversation, one or more questions will be asked about what was said. Both the conversation and the questions will be spoken only once. After each question there will be a pause. During the pause, you must read the four choices marked A), B), C) and D), and decide which is the best answer.Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 1 with a single line through the centre.1. A)They came in five different colors. B) They were good value for money.C)They were a very good design. D) They were sold out very quickly.2. A) Ask her roommate not to speak loudly on the phone.B) Ask her roommate to make her phone calls outside.C) Go and find a quieter place to review her lessons.D) Report her problem to the dorm management.3. A)The washing machine is totally beyond repair.B)He will help Wendy prepare her annual report.C)Wendy should give priority to writing her report.D)The washing machine should be checked annually.4. A)The man fell down when removing the painting.B)The wall will be decorated with a new painting.C)The woman likes the painting on the wall.D)The painting is now being reframed.5. A)It must be missing. B) It was left in the room.C)The man took it to the market. D) She placed it on the dressing table.6. A)Go to a play. B) Meet Janet.C)Book some tickets. D)Have a get-together.7. A)One box of books is found missing. B)Some of the boxes arrived too late.C)Replacements have to be ordered. D)Some of the books are damaged.8. A)The man will pick up Professor Johnson at her office.B)The man did not expect his paper to be graded too soon.C)Professor Johnson has given the man a very high grade.D)Professor Johnson will talk to each student in her office.Section CDirections: In this section, you will hear a passage three times. When the passage is read for the first time, you should listen carefully for its general idea.When the passage is read for the second time, you are required to fill in the blanks with the exact words you have just heard. Finally, when the passage is read for the third time, you should checkwhat you have written.According to American law, if someone is accused of a crime, he is considered (26) ______until the court proves the person is guilty.To arrest a person, the police have to be reasonably sure that a crime has been (27) ______. The police must give the suspect the reasons why they are arresting him and tell him his rights under the law. Then the police take the suspect to the police station, where the name of the person and the (28) ______ against him are formally listed.The next step is for the suspect to go before a judge. The judge decides whether the suspect should be kept in jail or (29) ______. If the suspect has no previous criminal record and the judge feels that he will return to court (30) ______run away, he can go free. Otherwise, the suspect must put up bail(保释金). At this time, too, the judge will (31) ______ a court lawyer to defend the suspect if he can’t afford one.The suspect returns to court a week or two later. A lawyer from the district attorney’s office presents a case against the suspect. The attorney may present (32) ______ as well as witnesses. The judge then decides whether there is enough reason to (33) ______.The American justice system is very complex, and sometimes operates slowly. However, every step is (34) ______ to protect the rights of the people. These individual rights are the (35) ______of the American government.。
2020年9月大学英语四级考试真题及答案(第2套)
2020年9月大学英语四级考试真题及答案（第2套）听力答案：1.A) Ship traffic in the Atlantic.2.D) They may be affecting the world’s climate.3.C) To call for a permanent security guard.4.A) It had already taken strong action.5.B) The road was blocked.6.D) A track hit a barrier and overturned.7.B) It was a hard task to removing the spilled substance.8.A) She wanted to save for a new phone.9.D) They are less aware of the value of their money.10.B) More non-essential things.11.C) It may lead to excessive spending.12.C) He had a problem with the furniture delivered.13.B) Describe the furniture he received.14.A) Correct their mistake.15. с) She apologized to the man once more.16. B) Tidying up one's home.17. A) Things that make one happy.18. C) It received an incredibly large number of donated books.19. A) Give free meals to the homeless.20. D) Follow his example.21. C) Sending him had-made bags.22. A) To solve word search puzzles.23. B) They could no longer concentrate on their task.24. C) A reduction in the amount of sleep.25. C) Realize the disruptive effects of technology.【写作第2套】Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write an essay on the use of PowerPoint(PPT) in class.You should write at least 120 words but no more than 180 words.the Use of PowerPoint(PPT) in ClassWith the development of information technology, it is bringing reforms into modern education. As a typical application, the use of PPT in class is becoming increasingly popular.As we know, every coin has two sides. On one hand, the use of PPT in class expands knowledge and makes teaching easy, wonderful and vivid. In place of complex explanation output by teachers, show of text, sound, image and video in PPT stimulates students’ interests and help them understand intuitively especially in face of abstract concepts. Lesson study becomes more effective and interesting for students.On the other hand, relying too much on PPT weakens teachers’ ability. Many teachers read PPT directly lacking communications with students. Besides, some design of PPT is overwhelming which distracts students’ attention.As far as I am concerned, PPT is just a kind of teaching assistant. Teachers is expected to use it appropriately rather than pursuit its effects excessively.【选词填空第2套】26.I normal27.E definitely28.D considerable29.J possibly30.B argued31.K proposition32.N tend33.C avoid34.F extreme35.G inaction【信息匹配第2套】Why are Asian Americans Missing from out textbook?36. E 段落第一句For decades. Activists have called for schools to offer anti-racism or multicultural curricula.37. B 段落第一句My excitement was short-lived38. J 段落第一句Some teachers are finding ways to expose students to Asian=-American issues39. F 段落第一句Research into what students learn in schools has found just how much.40. H 段落第一句Teachers with multicultural background or41. D 段落第一句Our students-Asian42. K 段落第一句And despite setbacks43. G 段落第一句Worse, when Asian Americans do.44. C 段落第一句I finally had the opportunity to learn about45. I 段落第一句How race and ethnicity is taught is crucial.【仔细阅读第2套】Text 1 ：Paint46. A It uses paint to create anti-pollution images47 C Raise public awareness of environmental pollution48 B He chose tunnels to do his graffiti art49 A It is simply absurd50 D They made it impossible for him to practice his artText 2 ：Housework51. C It may not turn out to be the best thing to do.52. A share family responsibilities.53. B To teach then how to manage money54. A They have a natural instinct to help around the house55. D Accept children’s early birds to help.【翻译第2套】：茶文化茶拥有5000年的历史。
2020年12月大学英语四级真题和答案解析第二套
年12月大学英语四级真题和答案解析第二套一、阅读理解Passage 1Questions 15B)Increase their flexibility in work arrangements.C)They will have to give up some employeebenefits.D)It provides a flexible work schedule foremployees.A)Traditional work arrangements have lostpopularity.D)They allow employees to choose when andwhere to work.Passage 2Questions 610D)They lack the necessary regulation.C)Governments should step up their regulation ofcryptocurrencies.A)They have become the targets of cyber hackers.B)The risk outweighs the benefits.D)Control the supply of cryptocurrencies. Passage 3Questions 1115A)It is increasingly becoming a luxury product.D)It may have a negative effect on people’smental and emotional health.C)It has become a symbol of prestige.B)They can afford the high price of topC)tier smartphones.A)They will become less willing to switch to newmodels.二、听力理解Section AConversation 1D)Rebate.C)Get a refund.B)She doesn’t like its style.Conversation 2A)Wting for the man.B)Take a seat.D)They will have a meeting on Thursday. Section BPassage 1B)Bad weather condition.C)Special gloves.B)Changes in body temperature.A)Their body temperature fluctuates less.Passage 2C)Bad weather condition.B)Keep Fit Gym.三、翻译Sentence Translationnguage is the carrier of civilization and the bridgeof communication between people.29.The professor agreed to have a face30.to31.face interview with the talented student.32.Although the weather was terrible, the teamsuccessfully reached the top of the mountn.33.The manager arranged for me to have a meetingwith his secretary next Monday.Paragraph TranslationVegetable farming in urban areas has become increasingly popular in recent years. Due to limited space and resources, urban farmers have come up with various innovative farming techniques such as vertical farming and rooftop gardening.Vertical farming involves the use of stacked layers of plants, while rooftop gardening utilizes the rooftops of buildings for growing vegetables.utilizing these innovative techniques, urban farmers are able to produce fresh vegetables right in the heart of the city. This not only helps to provide healthy food for urban residents but also reduces the carbon footprint associated with transportation and storage of vegetables. In addition, urban farming also promotes a sense of community and encourages people to reconnect with nature even in the midst of concrete jungles.四、写作Part I: Writing an EssayTopic: The Impact of Social Media on Interpersonal CommunicationSocial media has become an integral part of our lives, changing the way we communicate and interact with others. While social media platforms provide numerous benefits, they also have a significant impact on interpersonal communication.One major impact of social media on interpersonal communication is the ease and convenience of staying connected. Social media allows individuals to communicate with friends and family from anywhere, at any time. Whether through messages, video calls, or status updates, social media enables instant communication and the sharing of information. This has greatly improved the ability to stay in touch with loved ones, especially for those who are physically apart.Additionally, social media has expanded our social circles and facilitated the formation of new relationships. Through online communities and interest groups, individuals can connect with likeminded people from around the world. This has opened up opportunities for meaningful interactions and the exchange of ideas. People can now build friendships and professional connections beyond geographical boundaries.However, social media has also posed challenges to interpersonal communication. One particular challenge is the loss of nonverbal cues. Much of communication is nonverbal, including body language, facial expressions, and tone of voice. These nonverbal cues provide vital context and emotional depth to conversations. In online communication, these cues are often absent or misunderstood, leading to misinterpretation and misunderstandings.Moreover, social media has the potential to create a sense of isolation and superficiality in relationships. With the focus on curated online personas and the pressure to present a filtered version of oneself, genuine connections can be overshadowed. The constant comparison and fear of missing out can also lead to feelings of inadequacy and social anxiety. Facetoface interactions, on the other hand, allow for a deeper level of understanding and connection.In conclusion, social media has revolutionized interpersonal communication, providing new avenues for connection and information exchange. However, it is important to recognizethe challenges it presents, such as the loss of nonverbal cues and the potential for superficial relationships. Striking a balance between online and offline interactions is crucial for mntning meaningful connections in the digital age.Part II: Writing a LetterDear Professor Thompson,I am writing to express my appreciation for your passionate and engaging teaching style throughout the semester. Your enthusiasm for the subject matter has made each class a joy to attend, and I have found myself genuinely interested in the topics we have covered.I wanted to specifically highlight your ability to expln complex concepts in a clear and concise manner. Your use of reallife examples and practical applications has greatly enhanced my understanding of the subject matter. Your dedication to ensuring that every student understands the material is commendable.Furthermore, I would like to thank you for your accessibility outside of class. Your willingness to answer questions and provide additional resources has been invaluable to my learning experience. Your prompt responses to emls and willingness to meet with students during office hours have demonstrated your commitment to our academic success.In conclusion, I feel privileged to have had the opportunity to learn from you this semester. Your passion for teaching and dedication to your students have left a lasting impression onme. Thank you once agn for a wonderful semester, and I look forward to continuing my academic journey under your guidance.Sincerely, [Your Name]。
2020年普通高等学校招生全国统一考试英语(全国卷Ⅱ)(含答案)
绝密★启用前2020年普通高等学校招生全国统一考试（全国卷II）英语注意事项：1．答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、准考证号填写在答题卡上。
2．回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。
如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案标号。
回答非选择题时，将答案写在答题卡上，写在本试卷上无效。
3．考试结束后，将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。
第一部分听力（共两节，满分30分）做题时，先将答案标在试卷上。
录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。
第一节（共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分）听下面5段对话。
每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。
听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。
每段对话仅读一遍。
例：How much is the shirt?A. £19.15.B. £9.18.C. £9.15.答案是C。
1. Where does the conversation probably take place?A. In a library.B. In a bookstore.C. In a classroom.2. How does the woman feel now?A. Relaxed.B. Excited.C. Tired.3. How much will the man pay?A. $520.B. $80.C. $100.4. What does the man tell Jane to do?A. Postpone his appointment.B. Meet Mr. Douglas.C. Return at 3 o’clock.5. Why would David quit his job?A. To go back to school.B. To start his own firm.C. To work for his friend.第二节（共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分）听下面5段对话或独白。
2020年12月英语四级真题及答案(第二套)
2020年12月英语四级真题及答案(第二套)Part I Writing(30minutes)Directions:For this part,you are allowed30minutes to write an essay on the online library.You can start your essay with the sentence“The online library is becoming increasingly popular.”You should write at least120 words but no more than180words.Part II Listening Comprehension(25minutes)特别说明：由于2020年9月四级考试全国共考了1套听力，本套听力试题同第1套试题一致，因此在本套真题中不再重复出现。
PartⅢReading Comprehension(40minutes)Section ADirection s：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 Sheet2with a single line through the centre.You may not use any of the words in the bank more than once.It can be seen from the cheapest budget airlines to the world's largest carriers：Airlines across the globe26 various shades of blue in their cabin seats,and it is no27.There does appear to be some psychology behind it. Blue is28with the positive qualities of trust,efficiency,quietness,coolness,reflection and calm.Nigel Goode is a leading aviation designer who works at a company which has been delivering aircraft interiors for airlines for30years.“Our job as designers is to reinforce the airline’s brand and make it more29,”he says.“But our primary concern is to deliver an interior that30comfort to create a pleasant environment.”“It’s all about making the traveling experience less31and blue is said to induce a feeling of calm.While some of the budget airlines might use brighter,bolder shades,most others go with softened tones.The32aim is to create a home-like relaxing feel,so airlines tend to use soft colors that feel domestic,33and earthy for thatreason.”It's also a trend that emerged decades ago and has34stuck.“Blue became the color of choice because it’s a conservative,agreeable,corporate shade that35being trustworthy and safe.That's why you see it used in all of the older airlines like British Airways,”Nigel Goode added.A)associated I)maximizesB)coincidence J)naturalC)determined K)principalD)drastically L)recognizableE)enormous M)simplyF)imitate N)stressfulG)indication O)symbolizesH)integrateSection 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 making the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet2.Why Are Asian Americans Missing From Our Textbooks?[A]I still remember my fourth-grade social studies project.Our class was studying the Gold Rush,something all California fourth-graders learned.I was excited because I had asked to research Chinese immigrants during that era.Growing up in the San Francisco Bay Area,I had always known that“San Francisco”translated to“Gold Mountain”in Chinese.The name had stuck ever since Chinese immigrants arrived on the shores of Northern California in the1850s,eager to try their luck in the gold mines.Now I’d have the chance to learn about them.[B]My excitement was short-lived.I remember heading to the library with my class and asking for help.I remember the librarian’s hesitation.She finally led me past row after row of books,to a corner of the library where she pulled an oversized book off the shelf.She checked the index and turned over to a page about early Chinese immigrants in California.That was all there was in my entire school library in San Francisco,home of thenation’s first Chinatown.That was it.[C]I finally had the opportunity to learn about Asian Americans like myself,and how we became part of the fabric of the United States when I took an introductory class on Asian-American history in college.The class was a revelation.I realized how much had been missing in my textbooks as I grew up.My identity had been shaped by years of never reading,seeing,hearing,or learning about people who had a similar background as me.Why,I wondered,weren’t the stories,histories,and contributions of Asian Americans taught in K-12schools,especially in the elementary schools?Why are they still not taught?[D]Our students—Asian,Latino,African American,Native American,and,yes,white—stand to gain from a multicultural curriculum.Students of color are more engaged and earn better grades when they see themselves in their studies.Research has also found that white students benefit by being challenged and exposed to new perspectives.[E]For decades, a ctivists have called for schools to offer anti-racism or multicultural curricula.Yet a traditional American K-12curriculum continues to be taught from a Eurocentric point of view.Being multicultural often falls back on weaving children of color into photographs,or creating a few supporting characters that happen to be ethnic—an improvement,but superficial nonetheless.Elementary school classrooms celebrate cultural holidays—Lunar New Year!Red envelopes!Lion dancers!—but they’re quick to gloss over(掩饰)the challenges and injustices that Asian Americans have faced.Most students don’t,for example,learn about the laws that for years excluded Asians from immigrating to the U.S.They don't hear the narratives of how and why Southeast Asian refugees(难民)had to rebuild their lives here.[F]Research into what students learn in school has found just how much is missing in their studies.In an analysis, Christine Sleeter,a professor in the College of Professional Studies at California State University,Monterey Bay, reviewed California’s history and social studies framework,the curriculum determined by state educators that influences what is taught in K-12classrooms.Of the nearly100Americans recommended to be studied,77%were white,18%were African American,4%were Native American,and1%were Latino.None were Asian American.[G]Worse,when Asian Americans do make an appearance in lesson books,it is often laced with problems.“Therehasn’t been much progress,”says Nicholas Hartlep,an assistant professor at Metropolitan State University.His 2016study of K-12social studies textbooks and teacher manuals found that Asian Americans were poorly represented at best,and subjected to racist caricatures（拙劣的模仿）at worst.The wide diversity of Asian Americans was overlooked;there was very little mention of South Asians or Pacific Islanders,for example.And chances were,in the images,Asian Americans appeared in stereotypical（模式化的）roles,such as engineers.[H]Teachers with a multicultural background or training could perhaps overcome such curriculum challenges,but they’re few and far between.In California,65%of K-12teachers are white,compared with a student population that is75%students of color.Nationwide,the gap is even greater.It isn’t a requirement that teachers share the same racial or ethnic background as their students,but the imbalance poses challenges,from the potential for unconscious bias to a lack of knowledge or comfort in discussing race and culture.[I]How race and ethnicity is taught is crucial,says Allyson Tintiangco-Cubales,an Asian-American studies professor at San Francisco State University.She added that it’s not so much about the teacher’s background,but about training.“You can have a great curriculum but if you don’t have teachers dedicated（专注于）to teaching it well,”she says,“it won’t work as well as you want it to.[J]Some teachers are finding ways to expose students to Asian-American issues — i f not during school hours,then outside of them.This summer,Wilson Wong will lead a class of rising fifth-graders at a day camp dedicated to Chinese culture and the Chinese-American community in Oakland,California.His students,for instance,will learn about how Chinese immigrants built the railroads in California,and even have a chance to“experience”it themselves:They will race each other to build a railroad model on the playground,with some students being forced to“work”longer and faster and at cheaper wages.Wong,a middle school teacher during the school year, hopes he’s exposing the students to how Chinese Americans contributed to the U.S.,something that he didn’t get as a student growing up in the San Francisco Bay Area.“I planted the seeds early,”he says.“That’s what I’m hoping for.[K]And,despite setbacks,the tide may finally be turning.California legislators passed a bill last year that will bring ethnic studies to all its public high schools.Some school districts,including San Francisco and Los Angeles, already offer ethnic studies at its high schools.High schools in Portland,Chicago,and elsewhere have eitherimplemented or will soon introduce ethnic studies classes.And,as more high schools begin teaching it,the door could crack open for middle schools,and,perhaps inevitably,elementary schools,to incorporate a truly more multicultural curriculum.Doing so will send an important message to the nation’s youngest citizens:Whatever your race or ethnicity,you matter.Your history matters.Your story matters.36.While cultural holidays are celebrated,the injustices experienced by Asian Americans are not exposed in elementary school classrooms.37.Little information can be found about Chinese immigrants in the author’s school library.38.A middle school teacher is making a great effort to help students learn about the contributions made by Chinese immigrants to America.39.No Asian Americans were included in the list of historical figures recommended for study in K-12classrooms.40.There is an obvious lack of teachers with a multicultural perspective to meet the curriculum challenges in America.41.Students of ethnic backgrounds learn better from a multicultural curriculum.42.Now more and more high schools in America are including ethnic studies in their curriculums.43.A study of some K-12textbooks and teacher manuals showed that Asian Americans were inadequately and improperly represented in them.44.When taking a class in college,the author realized that a lot of information about Asian Americans was left out of the textbooks he studied.45.An Asian-American studies professor placed greater emphasis on teacher training than on teachers’background.Section CDirections：There are2passages 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 Sheet2with a single line through the centre.Passage OneQuestions46to50are based on the following passage.When is cleaning was a crime?When you’re doing it to create art,obviously.A number of street artists around the world have started expressing themselves through a practice known as reverse graffiti(涂鸦).They find dirty surfaces and paint them with images or messages using cleaning brushes or pressure hoses(高压水管). Either way,it's the same principle:the image is made by cleaning away the dirt.Each artist has their own individual style but all artists share a common aim:to draw attention to the pollution in our cities.The UK’s Paul Curtis,better known as Moose,operates around Leeds and London and has been commissioned by a number of companies to make reverse graffiti advertisements.Brazilian artist,Alexandre Orion,turned one of Sao Paulo's transport tunnels into an amazing wall painting in 2006by getting rid of the dirt.Made up of a series of white skulls(颅骨),the painting reminds drivers of the effect their pollution is having on the planet.“Every motorists sits in the comfort of their car,but they don't give any consideration to the price their comfort has for the environment and consequently for themselves,”says Orion.The anti-pollution message of the reverse graffiti artists confuses city authorities since the main argument against graffiti is that it spoils the appearance of both types of property:public and private.This was what Leeds City Council said about Moose's work:“Leeds residents want to live in clean and attractive neighbourhoods.We view this kind of advertising as environmental damage and will take strong action against it.”Moose was ordered to“clean up his act.”How was he supposed to do this:by making all property he had cleaned dirty again?As for the Brazilian artist’s work,the authorities were annoyed but could find nothing to charge him with. They had no other option but to clean the tunnel—but only the parts Alexandre had already cleaned.The artist merely continued his campaign on the other side.The city officials then decided to take drastic action.They not only cleaned the whole tunnel but every tunnel in Sao Paulo.46.What do we learn from the passage about reverse graffiti?A)It uses paint to create anti-pollution images.B)It creates a lot of trouble for local residents.C)It causes lots of distraction to drivers.D)It turns dirty walls into artistic works.47.What do reverse graffiti artists try to do?A)Publicise their artistic pursuit.B)Beautify the city environment.C)Raise public awareness of environmental pollution.D)Express their dissatisfaction with local governments.48.What do we learn about Brazilian artist Alexandre Orion?A)He was good at painting white skulls.B)He chose tunnels to do his graffiti art.C)He suggested banning all polluting cars.D)He was fond of doing creative artworks.49.What does the author imply about Leeds City Council’s decision?A)It is simply absurd.B)It is well-informed.C)It is rather unexpected.D)It is quite sensible.50.How did Sao Paulo city officials handle Alexandre Orion’s reverse graffiti?A)They made him clean all the tunnels in Sao Paulo.B)They took drastic action to ban all reverse graffiti.C)They charged him with polluting tunnels in the city.D)They made it impossible for him to practice his art.Passage TwoQuestions51to55are based on the following passage.The practice of paying children an allowance became popular in America about100years ago.Nowadays, American kids on average receive about$800per year in allowance.But the vast majority of American parents who pay allowance tie it to the completion of housework.Although many parents believe that paying an allowance for completing chores benefits their children,a range of experts expressed concern that tying allowance very closely to chores may not be ideal.In fact,the way chores work in many households worldwide points to another way.Suniya Luthar,a psychologist,is against paying kids for chores.Luthar is not opposed to giving allowances, but she thinks it’s important to establish that chores are done not because they will lead to payment,but because they keep the household running.Luthar’s suggested approach to allowance is compatible with that of writer Ron Lieber,who advises that allowances be used as a means of showing children how to save,give,and spend on things they care about.Kids should do chores,he writes,“for the same reason adults do,because the chores need to be done,and not with the expectation of compensation.”This argument has its critics,but considering the way chores are undertaken around the world may change people’s thinking.Professor David Lancy of Utah State University has studied how families around the world handle chores.At about18months of age,Lancy says,most children become eager to help their parents,and in many cultures,they begin helping with housework at that age.They begin with very simple tasks,but their responsibilities gradually increase.And they do these tasks without ncy contrasts this with what happens in America.“We deny our children’s bids to help until they are6or7years old,”Lancy says,“when many have lost the desire to help and then try to motivate them with payment.The solution to this problem is not to try to use money as an incentive to do housework,but to get children involved in housework much earlier, when they actually want to do it.”51.What do some experts think about paying children for doing chores?A)It may benefit children in more ways than one.B)It may help children learn the worth of labor.C)It may not turn out to be the best thing to do.D)It may not be accepted by low-income parents.52.According to Suniya Luthar,doing chores will help children learn to____.A)share family responsibilitiesB)appreciate the value of workC)cultivate the spirit of independenceD)manage domestic affairs themselves53.What does Ron Lieber think should be the goal of giving children allowances?A)To help to strengthen family ties.B)To teach them how to manage money.C)To motivate them to do more housework.D)To show parents’appreciation of their help.54.What does David Lancy say about18-month-olds?A)They have a natural instinct to help around the house.B)They are too young to request money for what they do.C)They should learn to understand family responsibilities.D)They need a little incentive to get involved in housework.55.What does David Lancy advise American parents to do?A)Set a good example for children in doing housework.B)Make children do housework without compensation.C)Teach children how to do housework.D)Accept children’s early bids to help.Part IV Translation(30minutes)Directions:For this part,you are allowed30minutes to translate a passage from Chinese into English.You should write your answer on Answer Sheet2.茅台（Moutai）是中国最有名的白酒，在新中国成立前夕，被选为国宴用酒。
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2020年全国公共英语四级试题及答案（卷二）
1. He told me that the firm could not afford __ such large salaries.
A. paying
B. to pay
C. to have paid
D. being paid
2. She has travelled in __ countries.
A. south
B. north
C. northern
D. northwest
3. The plane was then able to __ and it cleared the mountains by 400 feet.
A. rise
B. raise
C. arise
D. rouse
4. He had __ to go because he doesn't get on well with others.
A. everywhere
B. anywhere
C. somewhere
D. nowhere
5. Don't be so __; I'm not telling you what I've promised not to say.
A.odd
B.shocked
C.strange
D.curious
6. He __ his previous best performance in the 1000 meters.
A. improves
B. improves on
C. betters
D. proves
7. I __ to interrupt a man when he's busy working.
A. envy
B. hate
C. admire
D. improve
8. he was astonished __ what he found.
A. at
B. to
C. for
D. on
9. They made no effort to hide their amusement __ I produced a packet of sweets from my pocket.
A. whatever
B. wherever
C. whoever
D. whenever
10. I had hoped to get $1000 for my old car but had to __ a lot less.
A. settle down
B. settle in
C. settle for
D. settle on
1. B
2. C
3. A
4. D
5. D
6. B
7. B
8. A
9. D 10. C
【知识点】
1. afford 后常接动词的不定式，所以应该选B："to pay".
3. 此处只能选择一个不及物动词作答案
4. 句子的意思为："他没有什么地方去因为与别人相处不好"
__ everywhere：每处
__ anywhere：无论何处
__ somewhere：某处
__ 所以，只有nowhere符合题意。
5. odd、strange均为"奇特的"，shocked意为"惊讶的"，curious 既有"奇特的"，还有"好奇的"意思。
6. better和improve均有"提高"、"改善"之意，better主要指改善。