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国家开放大学一网一平台电大人文英语4形考任务1-3单元自测题库及答案

国家开放大学一网一平台电大《人文英语4》形考任务1单元自测题库及答案一、选择填空，从 A、 B、 C 三个选项中选出一个能填入空白处的最佳选项。

（每题 10 分）1. – Excuse me, could you tell the time?– ________________________________【正确答案】 It' s three thirty by my watch.2. – Hello, may I speak to John?– ________________________【正确答案】 Just a second, please.3. As the bus came round the corner, it ran________a big tree by the roadside.【正确答案】 into4. Both the kids and their parents__________English, I think. I know it from their accent.【正确答案】 are5. When Lily came home at 5 pm yesterday, her mother______dinner in the kitchen.【正确答案】 was cooking二、阅读理解：选择题（每题 10 分）6. 排序题A. Does it cost the same for every household?B. You can pay right here, on the Internet!C. Just go ahead.D. We do for the live Cable TV programs.E. Exactly, even digital boxes.Liu Hui: Gordon, may I ask you a question?Gordon: Hi, Liu Hui. 1.Liu Hui: Do I need to pay for a TV license if I only watch TV online in the UK?Gordon: Yes, indeed. You need to be covered by a TV license if you watch or record programs as they' re being shown on TV or live on an online TV service.Liu Hui: Including watching TV on computers and mobile phones?Gordon: 2. It is the law.Liu Hui: I see. How much is the license fee?Gordon: It costs£145. 50 for a color TV license and£49. 00 for a black and white TV license.Liu Hui: That' s a lot of money for a year. 3?Gordon: It costs the same for all applicants under 75. When you reach the age of 75, you may apply for a free Over 75 TV License.Liu Hui: I see.Gordon: Do you need such a license in China?Liu Hui: 4.Gordon: Oh, it sounds similar. But for BBC, the license fee is the main source of income. There is no advertising on the BBC channels.Liu Hui: By the way, where should I go to pay for my license?Gordon: 5.Liu Hui: Well, sure!Thank you!完形填空题(50. 0 分)正确答案： (1) C(2) E(3) A(4) D(5) B国家开放大学一网一平台电大《人文英语4》形考任务2单元自测题库及答案一、选择填空，从 A、 B、 C 三个选项中选出一个能填入空白处的最佳选项。

7A阅读理解(8)

7A阅读理解（8）A ★★Dear SirI read your story about the cost of living in the country rather higher than that in the town, and I agree with most of the points that you made.My husband and I lived in Horlton—a seaside town of nearly five hundred thousand people. When my husband stopped working, we moved to our present house in a small village at the foot of Roland Hill, and our costs are higher now.I have to do my shopping in small shops. The food there is more expensive than that in city supermarkets. It costs more to travel by bus; because the men who come to mend the television, or the washing machine, have to come further, we have to pay them more.But it does not cost us much to enjoy what is beautiful in the country. Many people spend a lot of time and money driving into the country to enjoy the simple things of life; yet we can enjoy them just by going out of the front door. It costs more to live here than it did in Horlton, but it is really worth (值得) it.Yours faithfullyEdith RandallTrue or False（判断下列句子是否符合短文内容，符合的用“T”表示，不符合的用“F”表示）: ( )1. Horlton is a seaside town of nearly five hundred thousand people.( )2. Since the Randalls moved to their present house, the cost of living has been higher.( )3. The Randalls have lived in the small village for twenty years.( )4. It costs more to live in the country only because the food there is moreexpensive.( )5. To enjoy what is beautiful, the Randalls just walk out of their front door. ( )6. Though the cost of living in the country is high, the writer thinks it is worth it.B ★★Susan and Laura are twins. They were born in a hospital in New York in 1943. When they were only two weeks old, their parents were killed in a car accident. There was nobody to look after the two baby girls, so they grew up in two different homes. They grew up without seeing each other again.When Susan was twenty-one, she went to live in Australia; but Laura continued to live in New York. Later, Laura discovered that she had a twin sister. And she would like to meet her. For two years, she wrote to newspapers, asking for information and finally she found out where Susan was living.When the two sisters met each other after thirty years, they talked a great deal about themselves, their lives and their families. What’s more, they both liked the same colours, the same music, the same clothes, the same food and the same books. But more surprisingly, they both had become nurses, and their first child’s birthdays are close.Choose the best answer（选择最恰当的答案）：( )1. The twins were born ______.A. at homeB. in a hospitalC. in a carD. in Australia( )2. What happened to their parents?A. Their parents did not want them.B. Their parents were dead.C. Their parents did not like them.D. Their parents thought they should live without them.( )3. Susan went to live in Australia in ______.A. 1943B. 1964C. 1966D. 1973( )4. Which is NOT true about the twins?A. They liked the same colours.B. They liked the same music.C. They liked the same food.D. They liked the same cars.( )5. What are the twins’ jobs?A. Susan and Laura are both nurses.B. Susan is a nurse, but Laura is a teacher.C. Susan is a teacher, but Laura is a nurse.D. Neither Susan nor Laura is a nurse.( )6. What is TRUE according to the passage?A. The twins haven’t se en each other since they grew up.B. Laura’s family helped her find her twin sister.C. The twins’ first child’s birthdays are in the same month.D. The twins didn’t see each other until they were over thirty years old.C ★★★Robert likes spring because it is the time of a year when he plants his organic (有机的) vegetables in the garden. He doesn’t believe in using chemicals(化学药品). He likes the smell from the flowers on the fruit trees.Summer is a time when Robert takes long walks on country roads with his dog, Beatrice. Beatrice loves to roll in the grass and swim in the ponds. At night, Robertand his wife sit on the front porch (门廊) and talk to the neighbours.Robert lives in a place where the leaves turn bright yellow, red, and orange, and then fall down in autumn. Robert’s children love to go outside and play in the leaves. The children collect the prettiest leaves and put them in scrapbooks (剪贴簿).Winter is a time when Robert and his family enjoy being outside together. It gets very cold in Canada in winter. Robert’s family really enjoy winter sports. They go skiing and skating. Robert and his daughter also love going ice fishing.Robert has joined an organization which is raising money for the environmental research (研究). He hopes to raise enough money for scientists to solve environmental problems.Answer the questions（根据短文内容回答下列问题）:1. Where do Robert and his family live?_________________________________.2. Robert doesn’t believe in using chemicals,does he?_________________________________.3. Who does Robert take long walks on country roads with in summer?_________________________________.4. How are the leaves in autumn?_________________________________.5. What do Robert and his family really enjoyin winter?_________________________________.6. What does Robert hope to do to help solveenvironmental problems?_________________________________.Cloze test (完形填空):A. Choose the words or expressions to complete the passage（选择最恰当的单词或词语，完成短文）:“I don’t want to move!” Fred said to his father. “I like living here in New York City. And I like to play in the streets. My friends are here.I want to stay!” “We 1 move, F red.” Mr Sparks said, “I have a new job on the 2 . Why don’t you go with us?” “No.” Fred answered.A few weeks later, the Sparks family left the city by 3 . They flew over water. At last they saw the land. “That is Hawaii(夏威夷). It is beautiful!” Mr S parks said.“I don’t care 4 it is like,” said Fred, “I wish I could go back to New York City right now!”They lived in their new home near the sea. It 5 a little every day.When the sun shone again, they could see a rainbow(彩虹) every day. Mr Sparks said, “We used to see rainbows only once in a while.” People nearby came to visit them. The visitors brought fruit from their gardens.Weeks went by. One day Fred wrote to Bob and in the letter he said, “I 6 miss my old friends. But I think here are our happy islands. Please come to see me. I know you’ll 7 Hawaii, too.”( )1. A. can B. have toC. mayD. could( )2. A. island B. countryC. cityD. suburbs( )3. A. ship B. coachC. planeD. car( )4. A. how B. whatC. whyD. where( )5. A. snowed B. rained C. shone D. blew( )6. A. only B. seldomC. stillD. never( )7. A. hate B. move toC. leaveD. likeB. Read the passage and fill in the blanks with proper words（在短文的空格内填入适当的词，使其内容通顺，每空格限填一词，首字母已给）:AIBO is a robot dog made by Sony, a Japanese company. It (1) c_____ $2,500. The first 2,000 AIBOs sent to the US sold out (2) q_____.This robot pet is much better than older robots (3) b______ it can stand up again without help if it falls over.AIBO’s owner can have a lot of (4) f_____ with it. It can chase a bright pink ball, and look (5) s_____ if it cannot reach it. If someone takes the ball away, AIBO will look angry, like a real dog. In the future, Sony will make better AIBO robots that will do many more things, and they will be (6) c_____.Many people in the future will have robots instead of (7) a_____ for pets because robots do not get sick or make a mess, and they can be turned off when people go for a holiday.。

国家开放大学《人文英语4》边学边练参考答案

国家开放大学《人文英语4》边学边练参考答案Unit 1 British Cultures一、根据录音，完成句子，理解细节。

（录音略）（一）Zhang Hua：1．I'd like to see2．I also want to see3．I want to see参考答案：1．I'd like to see →more of London's streets.,2．I also want to see →something special.,3．I want to see →some graffiti.（二）Molly：1．We can walk along the River Thames. You'll be able to see2．Maybe, the typical3．Graffiti is参考答案：1．We can walk along the River Thames. You'll be able to see →lots of places of historical interest.,2．Maybe, the typical →British phone booths or the red buses.,3．Graffiti is →part of London's street culture!二、填空，概述英国电视发展史。

Television broadcasting started in the United Kingdom in 1936 as a public service（free of advertising）. In 1953 the Conservative Government introduced a bill to （make arrangements for）commercial television. This was opposed very strongly by the （Labor and Liberal）Parties, but the bill was passed and commercial television flourishes. Now there is a collection of（free and subscription）services over a variety of distribution media, through which there are over 480 channels for consumers as well as（on-demand content）. In the United Kingdom and（the CrownDependencies）, any household watching or recording live television transmissions as they are being broadcast (terrestrial, satellite, cable, or Internet) is required to hold a （television license）. Since April 1, 2010 the（annual license fee）has been £145.50 for color and £49.00 for（black and white）. On October 24, 2012, all television broadcasts in the United Kingdom were in a digital format.三、英译汉。

你想生活在城市还是农村为什么英语作文

你想生活在城市还是农村为什么英语作文全文共3篇示例，供读者参考篇1Living in the City or the Country - Which is Better?Have you ever thought about where you want to live when you grow up? Some people dream of living in a big, bustling city while others picture themselves in a quiet, peaceful village out in the countryside. Both have their pros and cons, and it's a tough choice! Let me share my thoughts on city life versus country life.If I lived in a city, I could walk outside and instantly be surrounded by the sights and sounds of an urban jungle. Tall skyscrapers reaching towards the clouds, cars zipping down busy streets, people rushing off to work or play. Cities are never boring - there's always something new and exciting happening!I could spend my weekends visiting amazing museums full of dinosaur bones, ancient artifacts, and priceless artwork from all over the world. Or maybe I'd catch the latest superhero movie at a huge theater with a screen taller than a house. Cities have countless entertainment options to never leave you bored.Living in the city also means I'd be able to sample delicious foods from every corner of the globe. One night I could dine on piping hot pizza from an authentic Italian restaurant, and the next night, feast on flavorful curries and naan bread from an Indian eatery. With so many restaurants and cuisines available, I'd never get tired of the same old meals.Cities provide lots of job opportunities too. I could become a doctor helping people at a major hospital, or a scientist making important discoveries at a university lab. Maybe I'd work in a towering office as a businessman, or take center stage as an actress in big theater productions. The possibilities are endless!However, city living isn't all glitz and glamour. Cities can be extremely crowded, with people everywhere you go. They tend to be noisier too, with honking cars, road construction, and sounds of industry never stopping. Finding peace and quiet is not easy.Pollution is another major downside of cities, with smoggy air, littered streets, and problems like overflowing landfills. All those people and factories create a lot of waste that isn't good for the environment.Crime rates also tend to be higher in cities, so you have to be more cautious about your safety. And have you ever tried todrive and park in a city? It's a nightmare with heavy traffic and expensive parking meters at every turn.Rent and the cost of living are usually more expensive in cities too. You often have to settle for cramped apartments instead of big houses with yards to play in. Though there are parks, green spaces aren't as common.So what about life in the country? Well, folks living in rural areas enjoy wide open spaces, fresh air, and plenty of opportunities to experience nature.Waking up in a cozy house on a farm or in a small town, I could watch the sunrise over endless green fields and forests full of critters like deer, rabbits and soaring birds. Talk about peaceful and refreshing!I'd never be bored in the great outdoors either. I could go on camping trips, swim in cool streams on hot days, climb trees, go fishing, or just run freely through flowery meadows under the warm sun. Connecting with nature is something you can never get surrounded by concrete in cities.Living in the country also allows you to grow your own fruits and vegetables for healthy, inexpensive eating. Raising livestocklike chickens or cows means always having fresh eggs and milk too. I could even learn to ride horses!The community bonds in rural towns are strong as well. Your neighbors become like family, always ready to lend a hand and look out for one another. I could join local clubs, go to charming holiday celebrations and really feel a sense of belonging.With less noise, pollution and hustle and bustle in the country, life is a lot more relaxing and stress-free too. No more being stuck in soul-crushing traffic jams and feeling hurried every minute of the day.But country living also has its downsides. For example, rural areas lack many public services, modern facilities and entertainment options found in cities. Shopping malls, restaurants, libraries, gyms, sports arenas and other amenities are extremely limited in small towns. Trips just to run basic errands often require lengthy drives.Likewise, the job market is smaller in rural areas, offering fewer career opportunities beyond things like agriculture, mining and trades. Most specialized professional jobs are centered in cities and suburbs.Living out in the country can get pretty boring too with not much to do after a while, especially for kids and teenagers. We tend to crave more action and variety in our entertainment than what rural life provides.On a practical level, utilities and internet access may be slower, less reliable or just not available in very remote areas. Cell phone service is spotty too with dead zones all over.Weather extremes like blizzards, thunderstorms and freezing cold or sweltering hot days affect rural residents more as well. The power can go out for days after a major storm hits, and country roads are last to be cleared of snow and ice.It's a tough choice between bustling, vibrant urban living and laid-back, simple country life! I can definitely see advantages to both lifestyles.If I chose to live in a city, I'd always have exciting new things to experience without ever being bored. At my fingertips would be a rich diversity of cultures, entertainment options, job opportunities and amenities that small towns can't offer. However, I'd have to deal with things like noise, pollution, crowds, crime, traffic and higher costs.Living in the country would provide me with a serene connection to nature, strong community bonds, privacy and a lower stress environment. I'd get to experience the simple joys of farm life too. But I might get bored with the lack of activities, have to travel constantly for basic needs and feel limited in education or career prospects.So what will it be for me - the bustling city or the peaceful countryside? I think what I'll do is live in a lively suburb for the best of both worlds! I could work and play in the city but return home every night to a quiet, green community. That compromise seems like the perfect balance to give me quick access to urban amenities while still providing a taste of country charm. Who knows, maybe I'll even have a few backyard chickens!篇2Would I Rather Live in the City or the Countryside?Have you ever wondered what it would be like to live somewhere totally different from where you live now? Sometimes I daydream about moving to a huge, bustling city like New York or Los Angeles. But other times, I imagine myself living on a farm in the peaceful countryside, surrounded by fields,forests, and fresh air. Both options seem exciting in their own ways!Living in a major city would be a big change from my small hometown. The first thing that comes to mind is how crowded and busy cities are. Just thinking about the millions of people constantly rushing around on the streets and sidewalks makes me feel a little overwhelmed. But it also seems thrilling and full of energy.In the city, there would always be something new and interesting to explore. From gigantic shopping malls and fancy restaurants to amazing museums and concerts, a city has endless options for entertainment and activities. Back home, we only have a couple of movie theaters and chain restaurants. Getting bored would never be a problem in a city like New York!The buildings and architecture in cities are also incredible. Towering skyscrapers stretching up towards the clouds look both beautiful and scary at the same time. I can't even imagine what it would feel like to live and go to school in one of those enormous buildings! Our town only has a few small office buildings – nothing like the iconic skylines you see in big cities.However, living in a city also comes with some downsides that make me hesitate. For one, it seems like there is no peaceand quiet, ever. The sounds of roaring traffic, honking horns, construction, and crowds of people would constantly be surrounding me. Sometimes I crave peace and the chance to be alone with my thoughts. City life might be too hectic for that.I also worry about safety issues in a huge city. My parents are always cautioning me about getting lost, strangers, and crime in urban areas. It's easy to get turned around in a maze of tall, identical buildings and streets. And with so many people around, I could easily get separated from my family in crowds. Plus, there's always a possibility of getting mugged or worse. My small town definitely has a safer, more secure feeling overall.On the other hand, trading my quiet life for the nonstop action and anonymity of a city could be liberating in a way. Everywhere I go now, I bump into someone I know from school or my neighborhood. Having some privacy to just blend into the masses might be nice on occasion. No one would blink twice if I walked down a city street in my pajamas!The option of living in a remote, rural area also has its appeals. Just picturing the wide open spaces, beautiful natural scenery, and listening to the chirping of birds instead of cars makes me feel calm and relaxed. Spending time outdoors in thefresh country air, surrounded by forests, fields, and farms could be amazing.Out in the countryside, I could have acres of land to run around and explore every day instead of being cooped up inside or limited to a small backyard. Building forts in the woods, going on hikes, having campfires, looking for wildlife – there would be so many fun outdoor activities! My neighbors could even have horses, cows, or other livestock that I could learn aboutfirst-hand.With very few people living in rural areas, I would be able to truly experience peace and quiet for the first time. No loud lawnmowers, leaf blowers, or barking dogs interrupting my day. The nights would be gorgeously clear and dark, allowing me to stargaze and see every twinkling light in the sky without light pollution. In our neighborhood now, it always seems bright as day with so many streetlights and houses around.Living on a farm or ranch out in the country could also teach me great lessons about where food comes from and the agriculture process. Getting to help out with planting crops, caring for animals, and harvesting in a hands-on way would give me an appreciation for the hard work that goes into feedingpeople. Learning those skills could even turn into a fun hobby or career path someday.However, country living does have some pretty big downsides too. For a kid like myself, I would sorely miss having friends living right next door to play with after school. My nearest neighbor could be miles and miles away, leaving me feeling very isolated and alone a lot of the time. Moving somewhere so remote would also mean limited opportunities to go places and do things. No more quick trips to the library, park, mall, or movies just down the street.Plus, country life involves a lot of physical labor and chores that don't really appeal to me if I'm being honest. While I romanticize the idea of living off the land, the reality of hauling hay bales, milking cows, building fences, and other strenuous farm work sounds exhausting. Mom and Dad would be doing most of those tasks, not me! And if we couldn't easily drive into town, we might have to give up many of our hobbies, activities, and entertainment.Another potential issue with countryside life is the distance to schools, hospitals, and other essential services. If something went wrong in a medical emergency, it could take a very long time to receive help. Or I might have an incredibly long bus rideor have to be homeschooled since the local school might be hours away. Severe weather like blizzards could make me housebound for days too. At least in the city, schools, hospitals, and plows are nearby.So in conclusion, while both the city and rural life have their pros and cons that are appealing in different ways, I don't think I could decide on just one forever. Maybe the ideal would be to spend part of my childhood in each environment! That way, I could get the best of both worlds instead of missing out on great life experiences.Living in a city when I'm older might be the perfect option, allowing me to have an exciting career, nightlife, and culture at my fingertips. But I'd love to also spend summers and holidays as a kid unplugged in nature and fresh air on a family farm or ranch. Getting a taste of the peace and simplicity of rural life while still being based in a lively city could be an awesome balance.No matter where I end up, I'll always hold onto the appreciation for nature that being from a small town has instilled in me already. Wherever there are parks, hiking trails, or campsites nearby, I'll make sure to frequently step away from crowds and concrete jungles to decompress. At the end of theday though, new adventures and pursuing passions is what life should be all about – so I'll go wherever my path leads me!篇3Where Would You Rather Live - The City or The Countryside?Have you ever thought about where you would like to live when you grow up? Would you like to live in a big, bustling city with tall skyscrapers and lots of people? Or would you prefer to live in a quiet countryside village surrounded by fields, forests and farm animals? I've given this a lot of thought, and I think I would enjoy living in both places for different reasons.Living in a CityThere are lots of amazing things about living in a big city that really appeal to me. First of all, there is always so much to see and do! Cities have tons of fun attractions like museums, zoos, theme parks, theaters showing movies and plays, concert halls with live music, and professional sports stadiums. You'll never get bored because there are always new exhibits, shows, and events happening.Cities also have a huge variety of restaurants, cafes, bakeries and food trucks to try different cuisines from all around the world. I love trying new and exotic foods, and my mouth watersjust thinking about all the incredible dishes I could sample if I lived in the city. From fiery Indian curries to sweet French pastries to succulent Japanese sushi to warm, gooey pizza fresh from a wood-fired oven - I'd be in foodie heaven!Another great thing about cities is that they are exciting, fast-paced places bursting with energy and life. The sidewalks are always crowded with people rushing around to get to work, to shop at the latest trendy boutique, or to meet friends at a buzzing nightclub. The taxis honk their horns, neon lights flash from storefronts, and aromas waft from street vendors and restaurant kitchens. Cities are a multi-sensory experience!Living in the CountrysideWhile cities are electrifying, sometimes the frantic pace and noise can be a bit overwhelming for me. That's why I also dream about living in the peaceful, quiet countryside, surrounded by the calm beauty of nature. I imagine myself living on a farm with rolling green hills, wandering forest paths to explore, and fields of crops waving lazily in the breeze.Instead of being woken up by blaring car horns and jackhammers, I'd wake up to the sound of a rooster's crow and birds chirping in the trees outside my window. I couldbottle-feed lambs, collect eggs from the chicken coop, and gofishing in a bubbling stream. My neighbors would be cows, horses, and friendly farmers instead of nonscratching my head and scurrying pedestrians. The fresh country air would whisper through wildflower meadows as butterflies flitted from bloom to bloom.Living in the countryside also means I could really experience the beauty of the changing seasons up close. I could see baby animals being born in the spring, play in lush green fields in the summer, collect apples and pumpkins in the crisp autumn air, and sled over snowy hills in the winter. Instead of living under a gloomy blanket of city smog, I'd have a perfect view of the dazzling stars sparkling brilliantly in the night sky. How serene!The Difficulties of EachOf course, living in either the city or countryside also comes with some downsides that I would have to consider. In the city, housing is usually very cramped and expensive, with tiny apartments stacked on top of each other. The air tends to be dirtier from pollution too. Getting around on the snarled, traffic-clogged streets can be quite frustrating, whether you're driving yourself or taking unreliable public transit like a bus or subway that always seems too hot and crowded.Meanwhile, if I lived out in the countryside, I'd probably have a lot more space in a big farmhouse, but I'd also be pretty isolated from my friends and from all the conveniences and forms of entertainment that cities offer. I might get bored more easily without as much to do. While fresh fruits and veggies would be readily available, getting specialty ingredients or eating at restaurants serving international cuisine would be much trickier. And things like going to a big concert or visitingworld-class museums would require making a long trip into the nearest city.My Perfect CompromiseSo those are some of the biggest pros and cons of living in a city versus living out in the countryside that I've been weighing in my mind. While both appeal to me in different ways, my dream living situation would actually be a mix of the two. I would love to have a nice, big house out in the country with a huge yard, garden, woods to explore and maybe even a barn with some farm animals. That way I could experience the peaceful beauty of nature and all the fun outdoor activities that come with rural living.But I wouldn't want to be too isolated from city attractions either. So in my perfect world, I'd live far enough outside the cityto have a little slice of countryside life, but still close enough that I could easily drive or take the train into the downtown core to enjoy all the urban amenities whenever I wanted. Maybe about a 30-45 minute commute from the heart of the city. That would be the ideal balance for me - getting the best of both worlds!I could start my days off in the tranquil countryside, breathing in the fresh morning air and tending to my gardens and animals. Then I could head into the city for work, for dinner at an ethnic restaurant, to catch a movie premiere or rock concert, or for a night out dancing at a trendy club. When I got home to my country abode, I could relax in the peaceful quiet and gaze up at the brilliant stars before drifting off to sleep. To me, that sounds like the absolute perfect way to live!What about you - would you prefer living in the heart of a bustling urban center, out in a quaint rural village, or something in between like me? No matter what, I'm sure we'd all appreciate being able to experience the wonders of both city life and country life at times. There's so much excitement, culture, convenience and opportunity in cities, but there's also an irreplaceable simplicity, natural beauty and sense of peace to be found in the countryside. Why not have it all? The choice is yours!。

英语口语简答

1 1. What is your ideal job? (e.g.: How many hours per week? What kind of benefits? Located in which city?) What does it mean to be successful in your work？What kinds of situations would cause you to change jobs?I hope my ideal job is an engineer of machine design, and I hope I can go to work at my hometown,Guangan city,Sichuan province .so I can take good care of my parents. This job lets me work 40h per week, and I can benefit from this job ,such as salary, experience ,fames and so on. Maybe after ten years later, I can be the technical consultant in several companies about machine, and I can be a visiting professor in about 2 universities or a second class professor in a university.if I can realize above two goals ,I think I work it successfully in mechanical area. If I have the following two cases in the future,I will consider to change my job.on the one hand ,I cann’t see any hopes after several years in a company .on the other hand ,when I do well in my position ,and don’t be paied enough salaries or other things ,I will leave.我希望我的理想工作是机器设计的工程师，我希望我可以去我的家乡，四川省广安市工作。

生活在乡村和城市的优缺点英语作文

Life in the Country vs Life in the City: The Pros and ConsPeople often debate which is better: life in the country or life in the city? Both have their own unique set of advantages and disadvantages that can greatly impact a person's quality of life. Let's take a closer look at each option.Life in the country is often seen as idyllic and peaceful. One of the biggest benefits is the slower pace of life. In the country, there's no hustle and bustle of the city, no traffic jams, and no noise pollution. This can lead to a more relaxed and stress-free lifestyle. Additionally, the scenery in the country is usually beautiful and serene, with plenty of open spaces, trees, and wildlife. This can provide a great escape from the concrete jungle of the city and offer a sense of tranquility and connection to nature.However, there are also some downsides to living in the country. For one, there may be fewer job opportunities, especially in more rural areas. This can make it difficult to find work that payswell and offers advancement potential. Additionally, the cost of living in the country can be higher than in the city, due to the lack of economies of scale and the need to transport goods over longer distances. This can make it challenging to save money or afford certain luxuries.On the other hand, life in the city offers its own set of advantages. One of the biggest benefits is the wide range of job opportunities available. Cities are hubs of industry and commerce, and they attract businesses and professionals from all over the world. This means that there are usually more job opportunities, as well as more opportunities for advancement and career growth. Additionally, cities offer a vibrant and exciting atmosphere, with plenty of cultural attractions, entertainment options, and social activities. This can provide a great way to meet new people, try new things, and broaden your horizons.However, there are also some downsides to living in the city. For one, the cost of livingcan be high, especially in larger cities. This includes housing prices, which can be sky-high in popular urban areas. Additionally, cities are often crowded and noisy, with lots of traffic and pollution. This can lead to a more hectic and stressful lifestyle, and it can be difficult to find quiet and peaceful places to relax and unwind.So, which is better: life in the country or life in the city? Ultimately, it depends on what you value most in life. If you prefer a slower pace of life and a deeper connection to nature, then the country might be the right choice for you. On the other hand, if you thrive on the energy and excitement of the city and appreciate the wide range of job opportunities and cultural attractions it has to offer, then the city might be the better option.Of course, there are also hybrid options, such as living in a suburb or small town that offers a mix of both country and city life. These options can provide the best of both worlds, withaccess to job opportunities and cultural attractions while still offering a more relaxed and peaceful atmosphere.In conclusion, life in the country and life in the city both have their own unique set of advantages and disadvantages. Ultimately, the decision comes down to personal preference and what you value most in life. So, whether you choose to live in the country or the city, make sure it aligns with your goals and lifestyle, and enjoy all that your chosen environment has to offer!。

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For those who spend the majority of their time living in the city, they often hold an unrealistic fantasy about living in the countryside. They believe that countryside is all itealicaly beautiful, life in slow pace and wonderful scenery around the house. However, this part of the story may not be exactly the truth.Although initially appealing, I still find living in the countryside not quite an ideal place for me. First and foremost, the countryside lack the wide range of entertainment that the city provides. While in the city, the cinema or the theatre is only a few bus stops away, it may take the countryside’s careful planning to come to the city to enjoy such luxury. They must plan ahead the train tickets and make sure they would make to the show on time. Still, they have to hurry back home the moment the show is over. Art galleries, museums and theatres, which are what city drawlers enjoy on daily bases, maybe quite unapproachable for people living in the countryside. They live in a lonely island in terms of cultural event and I don’t really consider that as happier.As a matter of fact, some people hold their banners high declaring that countryside people enjoy cleaner air and water compared with their city counterparts. This may not be thecase at all. More factories are build in the suburb and the countryside than those are build in the city. Granted, the city has more cars and more traffic jams. However, the countryside can be filled with variety of pesticide and fertilizers.THANKS !!!致力为企业和个人提供合同协议，策划案计划书，学习课件等等打造全网一站式需求欢迎您的下载，资料仅供参考。

大学英语三级(B)真题2000年12月

大学英语三级(B)真题2000年12月(总分：100.00，做题时间：120分钟)一、{{B}}Part Ⅰ Listening Comprehension{{/B}}(总题数：1，分数：5.00)Section A Directions:This section is to test your ability to give proper answers to questions. There are 5 recorded questions in it. After each question, there is a pause. The questions will be spoken two times. When you hear a question, you should decide on the correct answer from the 4 choices marked A), B), C)and D) given in your test paper. Then you should mark the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the center.Section A Directions:This section is to test your ability to give proper answers to questions. There are 5 recorded questions in it. After each question, there is a pause. The questions will be spoken two times. When you hear a question, you should decide on the correct answer from the 4 choices marked A), B), C)and D) given in your test paper. Then you should mark the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the center.（分数：5.00）A.He leaves for school at 7.B.He's studying in Paris.C.He's doing very well. √D.He likes his school.解析：[听力原文] How is your borther getting along with his study?A.He came to our company last year.B.I think he is a nice person. √C.He was in London 5 years ago.D.I have met him somewhere before.解析：[听力原文] How do you find our new manager?A.It's a good one.B.It's a good idea.C.You are right.D.Tomorrow morning. √解析：[听力原文] When are you going to discuss our plan?A.Also coffee.B.Tea, please. √C.Thank you very much.D.That's all right.解析：[听力原文] Which do you prefer, coffee or tea?A.Hold on, please. √B.Whom do you want?C.Don't go away.D.Well, you can't.解析：[听力原文] Hello, can I speak to Mr. Simpson, please?二、{{B}}Section B{{/B}}(总题数：1，分数：5.00)（分数：5.00）A.In a hotel. √B.In a bank.C.At a meeting.D.At a post office.解析：[听力原文] A: Could you give me a wake-up call tomorrow morning at 5:30? W: Certainly. Tell me your room number, please. Q: Where does the conversation most probably take place?A.A recorder.B.A heater.C.A computer. √D.A motorbike.解析：[听力原文] W: Nancy bought a computer for only $ 1,500 last week. M: Really? I'd like to have a look at it. Q: What did Nancy buy?A.She did well on the test.B.She found the test difficult. √C.She needed more time to finish the test.D.She could answer most of the questions.解析：[听力原文] M: How do you feel about the test? W: There were many difficult questions I couldn't answer. Q: How did the woman feel about the test?A.To the seaside. √B.To the city center.C.To the countryside.D.To the new bridge.解析：[听力原文] M: What did you do over the weekend? W: Oh, we had a wonderful time on the beach. Q: Where did the woman go on the weekend?A.She is sad.B.She is upset.C.She is nervous.D.She is iii. √解析：[听力原文] M: Why, you look so pale! What's wrong with you? W: I have a terrible headache. Q: What do we know about the woman?三、{{B}}Section C{{/B}}(总题数：1，分数：5.00)Jim is my brother-in-law. He was{{U}} (11) {{/U}}a toothache last week. But he didn't want to see a doctor. Finally, {{U}}(12) {{/U}}, my mother-in-law decided that she would go and see the doctor herself. She carefully{{U}} (13) {{/U}}that although her son had a lot of pain, he was refusing to get treatment. Her son was{{U}} (14) {{/U}}doctors. The nurse told her that they were used to dealing with this{{U}} (15) {{/U}}fear and would be able to fit Jim in right away. "How old is your little boy?" she asked. My mother-in-law replied, "He's 40 years old."Jim is my brother-in-law. He was{{U}} (11) {{/U}}a toothache last week. But he didn't want to see a doctor. Finally, {{U}}(12) {{/U}}, my mother-in-law decided that she would go and see the doctor herself. She carefully{{U}} (13) {{/U}}that although her son had a lot of pain, he was refusing to get treatment. Her son was{{U}} (14) {{/U}}doctors. The nurse told her that they were used to dealing with this{{U}} (15) {{/U}}fear and would be able to fit Jim in right away. "How old is your little boy?" she asked. My mother-in-law replied, "He's 40 years old."（分数：5.00）填空项1:__________________ （正确答案：suffering from）解析：[听力原文]11-15 Jim is my brother-in-law. He was {{U}}suffering from{{/U}} a toothache last week. But he didn't want to see a doctor. Finally, {{U}}however{{/U}}, my mother-in-law decided that she would go and see the doctor herself. She carefully {{U}}explained{{/U}} that although her son had a lot of pain, he was refusing to get treatment. Her son was {{U}}afraid of{{/U}} doctors. The nurse told her that they were used to dealing with this {{U}}common{{/U}} fear and would be able to fit Jim in right away. "How old is your little boy?" she asked. My mother-in-law replied, "He's 40 years old."填空项1:__________________ （正确答案：however）解析：填空项1:__________________ （正确答案：explained）解析：填空项1:__________________ （正确答案：afraid of）解析：填空项1:__________________ （正确答案：common）解析：四、{{B}}Part Ⅱ Vocabulary and Structure{{/B}}(总题数：10，分数：10.00)1.How many computers will the company ______ this year?（分数：1.00）A.turn upB.turn out √C.turn onD.turn over解析：2.He told me that I ______ be present at the ceremony.（分数：1.00）A.couldB.wouldC.should √D.might解析：3.______, he can quickly find out what's wrong with the machine.（分数：1.00）A.Having been well trained √B.Having well trainedC.To be well trainedD.To have been well trained解析：4.In that country, the cost of living ______ quickly after the war broke out.（分数：1.00）A.racedB.raisedC.aroseD.rose √解析：5.It was in that small village ______ our president was born.（分数：1.00）A.whichB.whenC.that √D.as解析：6.His grandmother brought him up, because his parents ______ when he was only one year old. （分数：1.00）A.passed away √B.passed outC.passed offD.passed over解析：7.He looked up and saw that the moon was ______ the trees in the east.（分数：1.00）A.inB.above √C.onD.among解析：8.Since the introduction of the new technique, the production cost ______ greatly. （分数：1.00）A.reducesB.is reducedC.is reducingD.has been reduced √解析：9.Breakfast is ______ in the dining-room from 6:30 to 8:30 a.m. at this hotel. （分数：1.00）A.served √B.madeC.eatenD.cooked解析：10.I hope they ______ this road by the time we come back next summer.（分数：1.00）A.have repairedB.will repairC.are to repairD.will have repaired √解析：五、{{B}}Section B{{/B}}(总题数：10，分数：10.00)11.The Chairman emphasized his ideas by speaking more (loud) 1.（分数：1.00）填空项1:__________________ （正确答案：loudly）解析：12.There has been a large (grow) 1 of light industries during these years.（分数：1.00）填空项1:__________________ （正确答案：growth）解析：13.The manager asked the secretary to (short) 1 the report to 600 words.（分数：1.00）填空项1:__________________ （正确答案：shorten）解析：14.Living in the country is less (expense) 1 than living in the city.（分数：1.00）填空项1:__________________ （正确答案：expensive）解析：15.The children from the U.S. got used to (eat) 1 Chinese food quite soon.（分数：1.00）填空项1:__________________ （正确答案：eating）解析：16.If the medicine (take) 1 in time, it will be quite effective.（分数：1.00）填空项1:__________________ （正确答案：is taken）解析：17.I saw the man (knock) 1 down by a car in the street.（分数：1.00）填空项1:__________________ （正确答案：knocked / being knocked）解析：18.They stopped (search) 1 for the missing plane as the weather was very rough.（分数：1.00）填空项1:__________________ （正确答案：searching）解析：19.In two months' time he (finish) ______ his training and start work.（分数：1.00）填空项1:__________________ （正确答案：will finish / will have finished）解析：20.He talked as if he (do) 1 all the work himself, but in fact Tom and I did most of it. （分数：1.00）填空项1:__________________ （正确答案：had done）解析：六、{{B}}Part Ⅲ Reading Comprehension{{/B}}(总题数：5，分数：5.00)21.According to the passage, anthropology mainly deals with ______.（分数：1.00）A.family life, religion and artB.differences between human racesC.the study of ancient people √D.the study of different cultures解析：22.Which of the following belongs to the second step of human progress?（分数：1.00）A.Many religions and inventions were made. √B.People hunted animals just to survive.C.The early civilizations came into being.D.People started to learn science and art.解析：23.Which of the following statements is TRUE?（分数：1.00）A.Furniture and movies belong to physical anthropology.B.Anthropologists are still trying to get new findings about people. √C.The study of human beings began in Greek times.D.The first civilizations appeared only in Egypt and parts of Asia.解析：24.What have anthropologists recently found?（分数：1.00）A.There are cultural anthropology and physical anthropology.B.There are three steps in the progress of human beings.C.There were more civilizations in Egypt than in parts of Asia.D.There is a longer history of human beings than it was thought before. √解析：25.Which could be the best title for the passage?（分数：1.00）A.What is Anthropology. √B.The Progress of Human Beings.C.The First Civilizations.D.The Work of Anthropologists.解析：七、{{B}}Task 2{{/B}}(总题数：5，分数：5.00)26.How long do the village festivals usually last?（分数：1.00）A.Two days.B.Three days. √C.Four days.D.The whole summer.解析：27.The festival begins with ______.（分数：1.00）A.a concert and danceB.children's partiesC.a speech by the organizerD.a display of fireworks √解析：28.During the first day of the festival, the people ______.（分数：1.00）A.go to a fair and visit the churchB.have a concert and competitionsC.have parties, dance and sing √D.visit the dead and throw artificial fires解析：29.According to the passage, who take part in the festival?（分数：1.00）A.Tourists as well as the people around the village. √B.Tourists and their families.C.The mayor and the villagers.D.The grandparents and their children.解析：30.Which of the following is TRUE about the festivals?（分数：1.00）A.More tourists visit the villages than the cities in Spain.B.Tourists usually watch the performances instead of taking part in them.C.The last day of the festival is the happiest.D.The festivals last till very late in the night. √解析：八、{{B}}Task 3{{/B}}(总题数：5，分数：5.00)填空项1:__________________ （正确答案：Historic sites）解析：填空项1:__________________ （正确答案：Lyon）解析：填空项1:__________________ （正确答案：One day）解析：填空项1:__________________ （正确答案：Anchor Hotel）解析：填空项1:__________________ （正确答案：Three days）解析：九、{{B}}Task 4{{/B}}(总题数：5，分数：5.00)36.( ) 入住登记 ( ) 娱乐设施（分数：1.00）填空项1:__________________ （正确答案：C、D）解析：37.( ) 票务服务 ( ) 金融服务（分数：1.00）填空项1:__________________ （正确答案：F、I）解析：38.( ) 唤醒服务 ( ) 医疗服务（分数：1.00）填空项1:__________________ （正确答案：H、L）解析：39.( ) 洗衣服务 ( ) 送餐服务（分数：1.00）填空项1:__________________ （正确答案：G、B）解析：40.( ) 房间预定 ( ) 退房结帐（分数：1.00）填空项1:__________________ （正确答案：J、E）解析：十、{{B}}Task 5{{/B}}(总题数：5，分数：10.00)41.What did Peter get together with the letter of 18th, July? ______ and work glove samples. （分数：2.00）填空项1:__________________ （正确答案：cow split leather）解析：42.What has already been put into production? The ______ in the order.（分数：2.00）填空项1:__________________ （正确答案：work gloves / sample products）解析：43.Why did Peter ask for an explanation about the two items mentioned? Because he ______ the difference between them.（分数：2.00）填空项1:__________________ （正确答案：didn't know / couldn't tell）解析：44.When will Peter contact Mr. Smith again? When he has ______.（分数：2.00）填空项1:__________________ （正确答案：any further news）解析：45.For what did Peter thank Mr. smith at the end of the letter? For ______.（分数：2.00）填空项1:__________________ （正确答案：his first order / the first order he got）解析：十一、{{B}}Part Ⅳ Translation{{/B}}(总题数：5，分数：20.00)46.She has put on a lot of weight since she got out of the hospital.（分数：4.00）A.自从出院以来她挑起了工作的重担。

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Living in the country is better than in the city
Just as more and more people are beginning to realize, there are many advantages in country life.Despite the fact that I have never had the experience of living in the country, I feel that life down there seems to be very pleasant and fulfilling. This is the place where I'm long to be.
Scientists have confirmed what every urbanite has long suspected: life in the city is more stressful. Therefore, it is easy to find that preferable to live in the country side than to live in the city.One advantage to living in the country is that the schools are smaller, thus allowing the teachers to work closer with their students. Country teachers are able to know their students personally and learn of their needs and interests. Thus, students in country schools do not feel as if they were just part of a large mass of animals; instead, they feel as if someone really cares whether they are learning useful information or just acquiring a grade. The most important part of country life is the closeness one gains to nature. By just stepping out of a house and looking around, one can see trees, grass, animals, and everything nature has to offer us. Just to look up in the sky at night and to see the many thousands of stars glimmering in the dark, or to see lightning bugs swarming around tall, majestic trees gives one such a feeling of closeness to nature that one may never want to leave but stay there forever, watching and wondering in awe at the beauty of nature.
I know that I will always love the country, and someday I hope I have the opportunity to live there and enjoy all the advantages that it has to offer, everything that the city could never hope to provide.。