历年全国高等教育自学考试高级英语真题
006001710全国高等教育自学考试 高级英语试题
2017年10月高等教育自学考试《高级英语》试题课程代码：00600I. Each of the following sentences is given four choices of words or expressions. Choose the right one to complete the sentence and write the corresponding letter on your Answer Sheet.1. It is universally acknowledged that making the from youth to adulthood can be very painful.A. transmissionB. transitionC. transportationD. transformation2. Whether women should spend more time outside home has long been the subject of heated within the medical profession.A. debateB. quarrelC. disputeD. conflict3. The constant noise from his neighbors Mr. Andrews, who was busy writing his new novel.A. exhilaratedB. exasperatedC. exhaustedD. extinguished4. It was so embarrassing that the chair under her weight at the meeting.A. collapsedB. fellC. droppedD. tripped5. It seems to assume that all the drugs for sale have been tested.A. judiciousB. sensitiveC. shrewdD. reasonable6. While negotiating, one must bear in mind that a trade war is not a war in the sense.A. exactB. accurateC. literalD. precise7. Gamblers are folk who do not like to remain in one place for long lest it bring them bad luck.A. ignorantB. superstitiousC. innocentD. distrustful8. Instead of education and critical thinking, we should work on plausible measures against organized crimes.A. scorningB. scoping outC. scoldingD. scoffing at9. The recollection of the parting scene made me fall into a state of deepA. melancholyB. anguishC. apprehensionD. memory10. Boys shouldn't stay indoors all the time. They get if they cannot go outside to play.A. active 'B. excitedC. fidgetyD. hesitant11. It was midsummer. It looked as if the whole town were in the water, swimming or simply about.A. splashingB. pouringC. spillingD. sprinkling12. The host made a sincere to his guests for having canceled the firework show.A. excuseB. reasonC. causeD. apology13. Every morning she makes herself a cup of coffee, without which she cannotA. functionB. continueC. burgeonD. survive14. Critics generally believe that Hemingway's work is on his own life.A. foundedB. establishedC. basedD. built15. Holmes was asked to help the police investigating the deaths ofchildren at the hospital.A. miraculousB. meticulousC. mysteriousD. monotonousRead the following passage carefully and complete the succeeding three items II, III, IV.(1) Toward the end of the nineteenth century, a small group of artists working in France and Germany began to re-evaluate the meaning and function of art. In the preceding century, art had lost many of its traditional functions. It had ceased to be an important method for recording the way things look because that job had been taken over by the camera. Artists now sought to isolate the special province of art, to define its own particular essence. Painters and sculptors joined other intellectuals in questioning classical standards based on rationalized patterns and generalized ideals. The world view of the 1890s had been so altered by the tumultuous changes of the nineteenth century that the cool, orderly classical figure style and static Renaissance compositions no longer seemed appropriate forms of expression.(2) In 1886 the painter Vincent van Gogh (1853-1890) came from Holland to France, where he produced a revolution in the use of colon He used purer, brighter colors than artists had used before, he also recognized that color, like other formal qualities, could act as a language in and of itself. He believed that the local or "real" color of an object does not necessarily express the artist's experience. Artists, according to van Gogh, should seek to paint things not as they are, but as the artists feel them. In Public Garden at Arles, the colors of the pathway, the trees, and the sky are all far more intense and pure than the garden's real colors. Thus, van Gogh captures the whole experience of walking alone in the stillness of a hot afternoon.(3) Practically unknown in his lifetime, van Gogh's art became extremely influential soon after his death in 1890. One of the first artists to be affected by his style was a Norwegian artist named Edward Munch (1863-1944), who discovered van Gogh's use of color in Paris. In The Dance of Life, Munch used strong, simple line and intense color to explore the unexpressed sexual stresses and conflicts that Sigmund Freud's studies were bringing to light. In Germany the tendency to use color for its power to express psychological forces continued in the work of artists known as the German Expressionists.(4) Alongside the revolution in color, another revolution was occurring in the use of space. Ever since the Renaissance, European artists had treated the outside edges of paintings as window frames. The four sides of a frame bounded an imaginary cube of space a three dimensional world in which figures and background were presented. From about 1880 on, Paul Cezanne (1839-1906) explored a new way of expressing the experience ofseeing. He sought to create painting with perfectly designed compositions, true both to the subject matter and tohis own perceptions. He also wanted to include and build upon tradition.(5) Between 1909 and 1914, Pablo Picasso (1881-1973) and Georges Braque (1882-1963) worked together to develop a new style that is called cubism. Like Cezanne, they explored the interplay between the fiat world of the art of painting and the three-dimensional world of visual perception. The two worlds influence each other, so thatin art as in life, one confuses symbols or painted representations with the objects in the real world for which they stand. This observation about experience is explicit in a cubist work like The Violin. Illustrations of fruit cut from an actual book are pasted in the comer. These sheets are real objects introduced into a drawing, or symbol. But the illustrations are also printed reproductions of drawings that were based on real fruit.(6) In a typical Renaissance or baroque painting, objects are set inside an imaginary block of space, and they are represented from a single stationary point of view. A cubist work is constructed on a different system, so that it re-creates the experience of seeing in a space of time. One can only know the nature of a volume by seeing it from many angles. Therefore, cubist art presents objects from multiple viewpoints. Furthermore, vision is conditionedby context, memories, and events in time. In The Violin, some of the words cut from real newspapers refer ironically to an artist's life. The numerous fragmentary images of cubist art make one aware of the complex experience of seeing.(7) The colors used in early cubist art are deliberately banal, and the subjects represented are ordinary objects from everyday life. Picasso and Braque wanted to eliminate eye-catching color and intriguing subject matter so that their audiences would focus on the process of seeing itself.(8) Throughout the period from 1890 to 1914, avant-garde artists were de-emphasizing subject matter and stressing the expressive power of such formal qualities as line, color, and space. It is not surprising that some artists finally began to create work that did not refer to anything seen in the real world. Piet Mondrian (1872-1944), a Dutch artist, came to Paris shortly before World War I. There he saw the cubist art of Picasso and Braque. The cubists had compressed the imaginary depth in their paintings so that all the objects seemed to be contained within a space only a few inches deep. They had also reduced subject matter to insignificance. It seemed to Mondrian that the next step was to eliminate illusionistic space and subject matter entirely. His painting Composition 7, for example, seems entirely flat.(9) Mondrian, like several other early masters of modem art, was a philosophical idealist. He held that the objects of perception are actually manifestations of another independent and changeless realm of essences. Art, he believed, should take its audience beyond the world of appearances into the other, more "real" reality. Logically, he eliminated from his paintings any references to the visible world.(10) The revolution in art that took place near the mm of the twentieth century is reverberating still. After nearly a hundred years, these masters of modem art continue to inspire their audiences with their passion and vision.II. In this section, there are ten incomplete statements or questions, followed by four choices marked A, B, C and D. Choose the best answer and write the corresponding letter on your Answer Sheet.16. According to Paragraph 1, in the 1890s artists sought toA. fight against the threat posed by the cameraB. restore many of art's traditional patternsC. redefine the specific essence of artD. use art to record reality precisely17. The word "compositions" in Paragraph 1 meansA. publicationsB. elementsC. illustrationsD. exhibitions18. It can be inferred from Paragraph 2 that van GoghA. presented things according to the way he felt themB. avoided treating color as a formal quality in and of itselfC. conformed to the traditional ways of depicting everyday objectsD. used the local color of an object to express his personal experience19. From Paragraph 3 we learn that Edward MunchA. was not well-known until after his deathB. found himself influenced by van Gogh in NorwayC. explored the hidden sexual stresses and conflicts in his paintingsD. was barely informed of Sigmund Freud and his psychological studies20. Paragraph 4 shows that Cezanne's paintingsA. tended to reject art traditionB. revolutionized the use of spaceC. expressed the hearing experienceD. reflected a three dimensional world21. According to Paragraph 6 and Paragraph 7, a cubist work isA. conditioned by context and events in timeB. created inside an imaginary block of spaceC. presented by using intense eye-catching colorsD. constructed by viewing objects from many angles22. The word "banal" in Paragraph 7 meansA. excitingB. boringC. popularD. pathetic23. According to Paragraph 9, Mondrian believed thatA. an artist should also be a philosopherB. an artist should present the visible worldC. it was impossible to go beyond the world of appearancesD. the objects of perception manifested a changeless realm of essences24. The word "reverberating" in Paragraph 10 meansA. echoing repeatedlyB. disappearing suddenlyC. spreading quicklyD. emerging unexpectedly25. Which of the following might be the best title for this passage?A. Greatest ArtistsB. Revolution in ArtC. The History of ArtD. Modernist ArtIII. Translate the following sentences into Chinese and write the translation on your Answer Sheet.26. In Germany the tendency to use color for its power to express psychological forces continued in the work of artists known as the German Expressionists.27. Ever since the Renaissance, European artists had treated the outside edges of paintings as window frames.28. The two worlds influence each other, so that in art as in life, one confuses symbols or painted representations with the objects in the real world for which they stand.29. Furthermore, vision is conditioned by context, memories, and events in time.30. It is not surprising that some artists finally began to create work that did not refer to anything seen in the real world.IV. Answer the following essay question in English within 80-100 words. Write your answer on your Answer Sheet.31. What do you think is the function of art?V. The following paragraphs are taken from the textbooks, followed by a list of words or expressions marked A to Y. Choose the one that best completes each of the sentences and write the corresponding letter on your Answer Sheet. One word or expression for each blank only.Childhood's logic never asks to be proved (all 32 are absolute). I didn't question 33 Mrs. Flowers had singled me out for attention, nor did it occur to me that Momma might have asked her to give me a little talking 34 . All I cared about was that she had made tea cookies for me and 35 to me from her favorite book. It was enough to 36 that she liked me.The key is to segment the market vertically. This 37 the company to pitch specific customers with38 services that no other company can begin to provide. Example: One customer 39 is the legal rofession. Cable & Wireless is cteveloping 40 and functions that have tremendous 41 to lawyers.However, patterns of 42 by Asian-Americans to this country, the cultural 43 , language problems and discrimination they have faced have all taken a 44 of their elderly and their families. This is particularly 45 of older Chinese men, who were not allowed to 46 their wives and families with them to the United States or to intermarry.This increased my natural hatred of 47 and made me for the first time fully aware of the existence of the working classes, and the job in Burma had 48 me some understanding of the nature of 49 ; but these experiences were not enough to give me an accurate 50 orientation. Then came Hitler, the Spanish Civil War, etc. By the end of 1935 I had still 51 to reach a firm decision.I remember going to a writer for a 52 magazine and telling him this was a story the American people should 53 . He agreed, but said it would never get 54 his desk because the Army would rescind the magazine's 55 to cover the war, and if you don't cover the war you don't sell magazines, and if you don't sellVI. Translate the following sentences into English and write the translation on your Answer Sheet.57．但是，十几亿年以来，人们一直都是根据味道来进食的。
自考高级英语试题及答案
自考高级英语试题及答案一、阅读理解阅读下列短文，然后根据短文内容回答后面的问题。
AIn the past few decades, the rapid development of technology has led to a significant shift in the way we communicate. The advent of the Internet and social media platforms has revolutionized the way people exchange information and ideas. However, this digital revolution has also brought about new challenges. Cyberbullying, privacy concerns, and the spread of misinformation are just a few of the issues that have emerged in this new landscape.Question 1: What is the main topic of this passage?Answer 1: The main topic is the impact of technology on communication.Question 2: What are some of the challenges mentioned in the passage?Answer 2: The challenges include cyberbullying, privacy concerns, and the spread of misinformation.BThe concept of sustainable development has becomeincreasingly important in recent years. It refers to the ability to meet the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. This involves balancing economic growth, social development, and environmental protection. Achieving sustainable development requires cooperation and commitment from individuals, communities, and governments.Question 3: What does sustainable development aim to do? Answer 3: It aims to meet the needs of the present without compromising the needs of future generations.Question 4: What are the three main areas that sustainable development seeks to balance?Answer 4: Economic growth, social development, and environmental protection.二、词汇与结构Choose the correct answer from the options provided.Question 5: The company's profits have ________ significantly in the past year.A) declinedB) increasedC) fluctuatedD) stabilizedAnswer 5: B) increasedQuestion 6: Despite the heavy rain, the construction of thenew bridge ________ on schedule.A) proceededB) delayedC) haltedD) postponedAnswer 6: A) proceeded三、完形填空Read the following passage and fill in the blanks with the correct words from the options provided.The world is facing a serious environmental crisis. Pollution levels are rising, and natural resources are being depleted at an alarming rate. It is essential that we take action to protect our planet. We must ________ (7) our consumption habits and find ways to reduce waste.7. A) increaseB) decreaseC) sustainD) expandAnswer 7: B) decrease四、翻译Translate the following sentences from English to Chinese.Sentence 1: The government has introduced new measures tocombat climate change.Answer 1: 政府已经采取了新的措施来对抗气候变化。
自考高级英语试题及答案
自考高级英语试题及答案一、选择题（每题2分，共20分）1. The word "abandon" is most likely to be found in which part of a dictionary?A) PrefaceB) AppendixC) GlossaryD) Index答案：D2. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a narrative text?A) Chronological orderB) Descriptive languageC) Personal anecdotesD) Objective reporting答案：D3. In a persuasive essay, the writer's main goal is to:A) Inform the readerB) Entertain the readerC) Persuade the readerD) Criticize the reader答案：C4. The phrase "break the ice" means:A) To stop a conversationB) To start a conversationC) To change the subjectD) To end a conversation答案：B5. Which of the following is a formal way to address a letter?A) Dear Sir/MadamB) Hi thereC) HelloD) Hey答案：A6. The correct use of the verb "to be" in the sentence "The book is on the table" is as:A) A linking verbB) A transitive verbC) An intransitive verbD) A causative verb答案：A7. The term "hyperbole" refers to:A) A figure of speech that uses exaggeration for emphasisB) A figure of speech that uses understatement for emphasisC) A figure of speech that uses repetition for emphasisD) A figure of speech that uses irony for emphasis答案：A8. Which of the following is a synonym for "meticulous"?A) CarelessB) ImpatientC) PreciseD) Reckless答案：C9. The phrase "a shot in the dark" means:A) A random guessB) A well-planned actionC) A certain successD) A well-aimed shot答案：A10. In English grammar, the term "subjunctive mood" is used to describe:A) A hypothetical situationB) A past eventC) A future eventD) A present event答案：A二、填空题（每题2分，共20分）1. The word "____" can be used to describe a person who is very organized and efficient.答案：meticulous2. The phrase "____" is used to describe a situation where someone is trying to find out information without being obvious.答案：fishing for information3. The word "____" is used to describe a person who is very talkative and likes to tell stories.答案：garrulous4. The phrase "____" is used to describe a situation where someone is not showing their true feelings or intentions. 答案：wearing a mask5. The word "____" is used to describe a person who is very careful and cautious.答案：prudent6. The phrase "____" is used to describe a situation where someone is trying to make a difficult decision.答案：caught between a rock and a hard place7. The word "____" is used to describe a person who is very creative and imaginative.答案：inventive8. The phrase "____" is used to describe a situation where someone is trying to make something appear better than it really is.答案：putting a good face on it9. The word "____" is used to describe a person who is very secretive and does not share information easily.答案：reticent10. The phrase "____" is used to describe a situation where someone is trying to make a difficult decision.答案：on the horns of a dilemma三、阅读理解（每题5分，共30分）阅读以下短文，然后回答问题。
高自考高级英语试题及答案
高自考高级英语试题及答案一、阅读理解（共20分，每题4分）阅读下列短文，然后根据短文内容选择最佳答案。
A篇In the modern world, the importance of effective communication cannot be overstated. It is the cornerstone of personal and professional success. However, many people struggle with expressing themselves clearly and understanding others. To improve communication skills, one must first recognize the barriers to effective communication and then work on overcoming them.The first barrier is language. Language is a complex system, and misunderstandings can arise from the subtle nuances of words and phrases. The second barrier is non-verbal cues. These include facial expressions, body language, and tone of voice, which can sometimes contradict the spoken words. The third barrier is emotional factors. Emotions can cloud judgment and lead to misinterpretations. Lastly, cultural differences can create significant barriers, as different cultures have different ways of communicating.1. What is the main idea of the passage?A. The importance of communication in success.B. The barriers to effective communication.C. The ways to overcome communication barriers.D. The role of non-verbal cues in communication.2. According to the passage, which of the following is NOT a barrier to effective communication?A. Language.B. Non-verbal cues.C. Emotional factors.D. Educational background.3. What can be inferred about overcoming communication barriers?A. It requires recognizing the barriers first.B. It is impossible to achieve perfect communication.C. Non-verbal cues are the most difficult to overcome.D. Cultural differences are the only barriers to effective communication.B篇The internet has revolutionized the way we access information and communicate with each other. With just a few clicks, we can find an abundance of information on any topic. However, the internet also has its drawbacks. One of the major concerns is the spread of misinformation. Misinformation can lead to confusion, fear, and even harm when it influences people's decisions and actions.To combat misinformation, it is crucial to verify the sources of information. Reputable news organizations and academic institutions are generally reliable sources. Additionally,cross-checking information with multiple sources can help ensure its accuracy. Education is also key in fighting misinformation. People should be taught how to critically evaluate the information they encounter online.4. What is the main concern discussed in the passage?A. The convenience of accessing information online.B. The spread of misinformation through the internet.C. The abundance of information available on the internet.D. The role of reputable sources in information verification.5. How can people ensure the accuracy of information theyfind online?A. By relying solely on academic institutions.B. By cross-checking with multiple sources.C. By trusting only information from news organizations.D. By avoiding the internet altogether.6. What is the role of education in combating misinformation?A. To teach people how to use the internet.B. To teach people how to evaluate online information.C. To prevent people from using the internet.D. To provide people with more reliable sources of information.二、词汇与语法（共30分，每题3分）7. Despite the heavy rain, the construction work is continuing as ________.A. plannedB. planningC. to planD. for planning8. The company has just announced a ________ in the price of their products.A. increaseB. decreaseC. reductionD. growth9. She is ________ a degree in computer science, which will greatly benefit her career.A. to pursueB. pursuingC. to be pursuedD. pursued10. The new policy will come into ________ next month.A. effectB. efficientC. affectD. effort11. He was ________ to see his daughter after not having seen her for five years.A. excitedB. excitingC. being excitedD. been excited12. The book is ________ to give you a general understandingof the subject.A. writtenB. to writeC. writingD. being written三、完形填空（共20分，每题2分）One day, a poor farmer found an old lamp in the market. Whenhe cleaned it, a genie appeared and said, "I will grant you one wish." The farmer, being a practical man, wished for a magic cow that could 13 every day. The genie granted his wish.13. A. produce milkB. produce foodC. produce waterD. produce goldThe cow was indeed magical and 14 the farmer's life significantly.14. A. changedB. improvedC. disturbedD. complicatedWord spread about the farmer's good fortune, and a rich merchant 15 the cow for a large sum of money.15. A. offered to buyB. refused to buy。
自考本科高级英语真题
自考本科高级英语真题1. （2000年4月）第一节: 作文（满分25分）Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write a composition on the topic: The Forbidden City. You should write at least 120 words, and legitimate expressions should be used.The Forbidden CityThe Forbidden City, located at the center of Beijing, is a symbol of ancient China. It was the imperial palace during the Ming and Qing dynasties, and it is now one of the most famous tourist attractions in the world.The Forbidden City is an architectural masterpiece with over 9000 rooms. It covers an area of 180 acres and is surrounded by a moat. The buildings in the Forbidden City are magnificent and exquisite, showcasing the grandeur of the imperial court. The palace complex is divided into two main parts, the Outer Court and the Inner Court. The Outer Court was used for ceremonial functions, while the Inner Court was the residence of the emperor and his family. Visiting the Forbidden City is like stepping back in time. As you walk through the beautiful courtyards and halls, you can imagine the emperors and their concubines living here. You can also admire the impressive collection of cultural relics, including precious paintings, calligraphy, and ceramics.However, the name "Forbidden City" suggests that ordinary people were not allowed to enter in the past. Only high-ranking officials and members of the royal family were permitted access. Today, the Forbidden City is open to the public and attracts millions of tourists from all over the world.In conclusion, the Forbidden City is not only a historical site, butalso a reflection of Chinese culture and tradition. It is a must-visit destination for anyone interested in China's rich history.2. （2003年4月）第一节: 作文（满分25分）Directions：For this part， you are allowed 30 minutes to write a composition on the topic Health and Growth. You should write at least 120 words, and legitimate expressions should be used. Health and GrowthHealth is not only the absence of disease, but also the state of physical, mental and social well-being. It is essential for the growth and development of individuals and societies.Firstly, good health is crucial for the growth of individuals. When people are healthy, they have more energy to pursue their goals and dreams. They can focus on their studies or work, and engage in physical activities. In contrast, when people are sick, they are often unable to perform at their best and may suffer from physical or emotional pain. Therefore, maintaining good health is essential for personal growth and success.Secondly, health is important for the growth of societies. Healthy individuals contribute to a productive and prosperous society. When people are healthy, they can work and contribute to the economy. They can also participate in community activities and support their families. On the other hand, when people are sick, they may require medical care and assistance, which can burden the healthcare system and hinder social development.In conclusion, health is crucial for both the growth of individuals and societies. We should prioritize our health and take preventive measures to ensure a healthy lifestyle. Regular exercise, balanced diet, and proper healthcare are all essential for maintaining goodhealth. Only with good health can we achieve personal growth and contribute to the growth of society.。
自考高级英语试题及答案
自考高级英语试题及答案一、听力理解（共20分）1. 根据所听对话，选择正确答案。
（每题2分，共10分）A) 听第一段对话，回答以下问题：What is the man going to do this weekend?A) Go to the beach. B) Stay at home. C) Visit his parents.B) 听第二段对话，回答以下问题：Why does the woman refuse the invitation?A) She has to work. B) She is not interested. C) She is ill.2. 根据所听短文，完成下列句子。
（每空1分，共10分）A) The speaker mentioned the importance of _______ in the workplace.B) According to the speaker, effective communication can lead to _______.二、阅读理解（共30分）1. 阅读下列短文，选择最佳答案。
（每题3分，共15分）A) What is the main idea of the passage?A) The benefits of exercise. B) The importance of healthy eating. C) A balanced lifestyle.B) What does the author suggest to improve memory?A) Taking more breaks. B) Using mnemonic devices. C) Listening to music.2. 阅读下列短文，回答问题。
（每题2分，共15分）A) Why did the company decide to relocate its headquarters? Answers: The company relocated its headquarters to take advantage of the lower operating costs in the new location.B) What is the author's opinion about the future of the company?Answers: The author believes that the company has a promising future due to its innovative approach.三、词汇与语法（共20分）1. 用括号中所给词的适当形式填空。
自学考试00600《高级英语》历年真题全套试题 (1)
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PART ONE(62 POINTS)I. The following paragraphs are taken from the textbooks, followed by a list of words or expressions marked A to X. Choose the one that best completes each of the sentences and write the corresponding letter on your answer sheet. One word or expression for each blank only. (12 points, 0.5 point each)●We parked the car, Elgie came over and 1 himself in the back seat of the car.A police car moved slowly to the corner where we were 2 and the patrolmen looked at the three of us 3 and we pretended not to 4 . The patrol car 5 down the empty street and I turned 6 toward Elgie.●She 7 to me because she was like people I had never met 8 . Like women in English novels who walked the moors with their 9 dogs racing at a 10 distance. Like the women who sat in front of roaring 11 , drinking tea 12 from silver trays.●Actually, I enjoy my work when the 13 are large and 14 and somewhat frightening and will 15 the attention of many people. I get scared, and am unable to 16 at night, but I usually 17 at my best under this stimulating kind of18 and enjoy my job the most.●And Americans ought to note that, 19 things may seem to be 20 apart, arts and the humane scholarship are 21 here. I‘m not suggesting that writers and artists have the task of finding a 22 to the American 23 , but they can at least clarify its 24 and show how it relates to the human condition in general.Ⅱ. There are 15 sentences from the textbooks, with a blank in each, followed by a list of words or expressions marked A to X. Choose the one that best completes each of the sentences and write the corresponding letter on your answer sheet. Oneword or expression for each blank only. (15 points, 1 point each)25.The senior partner studied the resume for the hundredth time and again found nothing he disliked about Mitchell Y.Mcdeere, at least not ______.26.For this and other reasons I was somewhat lonely, and I soon developed disagreeable mannerisms which made me ______ throughout my schooldays.27.On three pieces he made a cross in pencil, and then ______ each piece.28.But the press isn‘t the only party in this country that‘s guilty of this ______ insensitivity.29.Most of the idle rich suffer unspeakable boredom as the price of their freedom from ______.30.The modern ______ of beauty is not exclusively a function (in the mathematical sense) of wealth.31.The Beatles showed there was a ______ of emotions between love and hate.32.Our generation views the adult world with great ______ … there is also an increased tendency to reject completely that world.33.She just nodded her head, not getting a bit ______, but rocking back and forth.34.I have met several adolescent consumption-snobs, who thought that it would be romantic to ______ in the flower of youth.35.For that matter she would drive herself and keep the whole event within her ______.36.Undoubtedly the desire for food has been, and still is, one of the main ______ of great political events.panies that pursue this are not primarily product or service innovators, ______ cultivate deep, one-to-one relationships with customers.38.Such as it is, the ______ is regarded as no place to make a career for those who havea future.39.I agree that our food is nutritious and that the ______ of most of us is well-balanced.Ⅲ. Each of the following sentences is given two choices of words or expressions. Choose the right one to complete the sentence and mark the corresponding letter on your answer sheet. (15 points, 1 point each)40.As a businessman, he would often stay away from the city for three or four weeks ata (an) (A. extent, B. stretch).41.He can only have (A. caught up, B. picked up) such excellent English by living in the English-speaking country for some years.42.To be a writer, you need among other things a (an) (A. vivid, B. acute) imagination.43.Although there were several witnesses who had seen him at the spot, he still (A. declined, B. denied) it.44.It is most (A. regretful, B. regrettable) that Mr. Smith has decided to resign.45.During this season, the weather often (A. alters, B. alternates) between heavy rains and bursts of sunshine.46.A newspaper (A. supplement, B. complement) will sometimes be distributed free with the newspaper.47.My father was (A. sensitive, B. allergic) to this kind of medicine, so we decided to try another kind.48.The painter was (A. inspired, B. initiated) to paint by the grandeur of the sunrise.49.The theater in this small town has a seating (A. capability, B. capacity) of 1000.50.We could all see clearly that this newcomer had (A. fake, B. false) teeth.51.Before going to the party, she had to iron out the (A. creases, B. creaks) in her dress.52.The patient (A. replied, B. responded) quickly to the medicine and was well in a few days.53.Although my father has (A. detective, B. defective) hearing, he still refuses to wear ahearing aid.54.During their teaching practice, the students had to visit some local schools for the (A. observation, B. operation) of lessons in progress.Read the following passage carefully and complete the succeeding four items:Ⅳ,Ⅴ,Ⅵand Ⅶ.Success1) A young man of humble origins came to New York from the Midwest to seek his fortune. He dreamed, in the American way, of becoming a millionaire. He tried his luck on Wall Street. He was diligent and shrewd and, when he had to be, devious. He put together the deal and he did some things with an electronics acquisition that wouldn‘t bear explaining. He succeeded even beyond his dream: he made twelve million dollars.2) At first the young man assumed that e verything was working out splendidly. ―Isn‘t it grand?‖ he said to his wife, once it was apparent that he had made twelve million dollars. His wife told him that it wasn‘t grand, and he was a nobody.3) ―But that‘s impossible,‖ the young man said. ―I‘m a r ich person. We live in an era that celebrates rich people. Rich people are shown in the newspapers in the company of movie stars and famous novelists and distinguished dress designers. The names of the richest corporate raiders are known to every schoolboy. There are rich real estate sharks whose faces appear on the covers of glossy magazines.‖ But his wife said that his face would not, because he was a nobody. When he stressed the fact that he had twelve million dollars, his wife retorted that a lot of people did, but they were still nobodies. 4) ―I could buy our way onto the committees of important charity balls,‖ the young man said, ―then we‘d be mentioned in the columns.‖ ―Don‘t kid yourself,‖ his wife said. ―The important committees are already filled u p with people who are really rich. People like us would end up working on something like a dinner-dance to benefit the American Psoriasis (牛皮癣) Foundation.‖ The young man mentioned that he owned a co-op apartment on Fifth Avenue that was worth two million dollars. His wife argued that, to a certain extent, two million-dollar co-ops were a dime a dozen. Then the young man boasted of owning a stretch limousine and said it was twenty-one and a half feet long.His wife brushed the idea aside, saying that nobody famous had ever ridden in something like that ,and neither Henry Kissinger nor Calvin Klein had ever heard of him, so he was still a nobody.5) The young man was silent for a while. ―Are you disappointed in me?‖ he finally said to his wife. ―Of course I‘m disappointed in you,‖ she said. ―When you asked me to marry you , you said you would surely amount to something. How was I to know that yo u‘d turn out to be a nobody?‖6) For a moment the young man looked defeated. Then he squared his shoulders and cleared his throat. ―I‘ll make them pay attention, ‖ he said. ―I‘ll buy a professional football team and argue a lot with the coach in public. Celebrities will join me to watch big games from the owner‘s box.‖ The wife ridiculed him, saying that nobody could buy a professional football team for twelve million dollars, because professional football teams cost big bucks.7) ―Then I‘ll buy a magazine and appoint myself chief columnist,‖ the young man said. ―A tiny but exceedingly flattering picture of me will run next to my column every week. The owners of professional football teams will invite me to watch big games from the owner‘s box.‖ The wife bel ieved that he might be able to buy one of those weekly-shoppers throwaways for twelve million dollars, but not a real magazine. One couldn‘t buy a real magazine for chicken feed.8) The young man was very much hurt and asked his wife whether twelve million dollars were chicken feed. But his wife insisted, ―it‘s not big bucks.‖9) ―But that‘s not fair,‖ the young man said. ―I‘m a young man of humble origins who made twelve million dollars. I succeeded even beyond my dream. ‖ ―Some of those things you did wi th the electronics acquisition probably weren‘t fair either,‖ his wife said. ―Fair isn‘t being measured these days. What they measure is money.‖ Then the young man said, if that was the case, he would get more money by going back to Wall Street and making fifty million dollars.10) But before the young man could make fifty million dollars a man from the Securities and Exchange Commission came and arrested him for having committed insider-trading violations in the electronics acquisition.11) The young man was taken away from his office in handcuffs. A picture on the front page of the afternoon paper showed him leaving his arraignment trying to hide his face behind an $850 Italian overcoat. A long article in the morning paper used him as an example of a new breed of Wall Street traders who were the victims of their own greed, probably because of their humble origins. His friends and associates avoided him. 12) Only his wife stuck by him. She tried to see the bright side. ―For someone with only twelve million d ollars,‖ she said to the young man, ―you‘re getting to be pretty well known.‖Ⅳ. There are 10 statements, followed by four choices marked A, B, C and D. Choose the best answer and mark the corresponding letter on your answer sheet.(10 points, 1 point each)55.He tried his luck on Wall Street.A. He became lucky in the financial world.B. He tried to get a job in Wall Street.C. He got a job in the financial world and tried to make a lot of money there.D. He went to Wall Street to see if he could get a job and to make a lot of money there.56….with an electronics acquisition that wo uldn‘t bear explaining.The underlined part means:A. that couldn‘t be explained as it was against the lawB. that was against the law to explain to the publicC. that he wouldn‘t explain to othersD. that he found difficult to explain57.I could buy our w ay onto the committees of important charity balls…A. I could buy tickets to get to the places where committees workB. I could use money to become committee membersC. I could buy tickets to get into important charity ballsD. Committees of important charity balls could be bought58….two million-dollar co-ops were a dime a dozen.A. two million-dollar co-ops were cheapB. you could buy a dozen two million-dollar co-opsC. it was easy to get two million-dollar co-opsD. there were a lot of two million-dollar co-ops59….and appoint myself chief columnist…A. make myself chief of the magazineB. give myself the job of writing chief columnsC. assign myself to the position of the magazine‘s main columnistD. order myself to do the job of writing a main column each week60.A tiny but exceedingly flattering picture of me…The underlined part means:A. a photo in which I look better than in real lifeB. a very good photo that I like very muchC. a very clear photoD. a photo in which I look nice61….one of those we ekly-shoppers throwawaysA. one of those weekly magazines of little value that shoppers buy, read and then throw awayB. one of those magazines shoppers buy once a week, but they don‘t like it, so they throw it awayC. one of those magazines shoppers who shop once a week would buy, after reading it, would throw it awayD. one of those magazines that appear once a week for special shoppers to buy, read and throw away62.One couldn‘t buy a real magazine for chicken feed.A. One could buy enough feed for chickens with that money, but not a good magazine.B. If one bought chicken feed with that money, then one could not buy a real magazine with what was left.C. If one wanted to raise chickens, one couldn‘t buy a real magazine.D. One couldn‘t buy a good magazin e for so little money.63.Fair isn‘t being measured these days. What they measure is money.A. Now people don‘t want to be fair to others, they only want to be rich themselves.B. Now people don‘t judge others by how fair they are, but by how much money they have.C. Now people don‘t treat others fairly, they only want money from others.D. Now people are not fair, but they are rich.64….who were the victims of their own greed…A. the more things they wanted, the more they sufferedB. they suffered because they were never satisfiedC. they came to a bad end as the result of their greedD. they only had themselves to blame as they were greedyⅤ. There is one underlined part in each of the following sentences, followed by four choices A, B, C and D. Choose the one that is the closest in meaning to the underlined part. (10 points, 2 points each)65.He was diligent and shrewd and, when he had to be, devious.A. secretB. determinedC. deceitfulD. devoted66.There are rich real estate sharks whose faces appear on the covers of glossy magazines.A. big shots in dealing with housing propertiesB. people who are really richC. people who own a lot of housing propertiesD. managers of real big enterprises67.People like us would end up working on something like a dinner-dance…A. finally find ourselvesB. finally stopC. be doing everything butD. realize our dreams by68…. for havin g committed insider-trading violations in the electronics acquisition.A. illegally making money by doing businessB. illegally doing business with insiders to make moneyC. illegally making money by exchanging informationD. illegally using information fr om one‘s job to make money69.Only his wife stuck by him.A. was still in love with himB. stayed with and supported himC. didn‘t leave him though it was against her wishD. sometimes went to visit himPART TWO (38 POINTS)Ⅵ. Translate the following sentences into Chinese and write your translation on your answer sheet. (10 points, 2 points each)70.A young man of humble origins came to New York from the Midwest to seek his fortune.71.We live in an era that celebrates rich people.72.Rich people are shown in the newspapers in the company of movie stars and famous novelists and distinguished dress designers.73.When you asked me to marry you, you said you would surely amount to something. How was I to know that you‘d turn out to be a nobody?74.For a moment the young man looked defeated. Then he squared his shoulders and cleared his throat.Ⅶ. Answer the following essay question in English within 80 – 100 words. Write your answer on you answer sheet. (10 points)What brought about the downfall of the young man? Prove yours points.Ⅷ. Translate the following into English and write your translation on your answersheet. (18 points, 2points each from 75 to 79, 8 points for 80)75.毫无疑问，幽默是帮助我们摆脱矛盾的良药，因为要是没有它，我们就会死于烦恼。
自考高级英语二试题及答案
自考高级英语二试题及答案一、阅读理解（共20分，每题4分）阅读下列短文，然后回答问题。
A篇In the small town of Greenfield, there is a legend about a mysterious old man who lives in a secluded house at the edge of town. The old man is said to have a magical touch that can heal any kind of illness. People from all around come to seek his help, but he only opens his door to a few.1. What is the main characteristic of the old man according to the legend?A. He is very old.B. He has a magical touch.C. He lives alone.D. He is very wealthy.答案：B2. Why do people come to the old man?A. To ask for his wealth.B. To seek healing.C. To live with him.D. To learn magic.答案：BB篇Jane has been working at a bookstore for five years. She loves her job because she gets to meet interesting people and read a variety of books. However, she has decided to quit her job and start her own online bookstore. She believes that with the rise of digital technology, traditional bookstores will struggle to survive.3. What does Jane enjoy about her current job?A. Earning a high salary.B. Meeting new people.C. Reading various books.D. Both B and C.答案：D4. Why does Jane want to start an online bookstore?A. She wants to earn more money.B. She thinks traditional bookstores will fail.C. She dislikes her current job.D. She wants to work from home.答案：B二、词汇与语法（共20分，每题4分）5. The company has _______ a new policy that allows employees to work from home.A. enactedB. embarkedC. declinedD. dismissed答案：A6. Despite the heavy rain, the concert _______ on schedule.A. proceededB. succeededC. ceasedD. dispersed答案：A7. The scientist was awarded the Nobel Prize for his _______ in the field of physics.A. contributionB. distributionC. circulationD. repetition答案：A8. She _______ the old book from the shelf and began to read it carefully.A. extractedB. abstractedC. subtractedD. injected答案：A三、完形填空（共20分，每题4分）One day, a teacher asked her students if anyone knew how to make fire. A boy named Tom quickly raised his hand and said he could. The teacher, surprised, asked him to demonstrate. Tom took out a match, struck it against the side of the box, and a flame appeared.9. What did the teacher want to know?A. How to make fire.B. How to use a match.C. How to strike a match.D. How to light a candle.答案：A10. What did Tom use to make fire?A. A match.B. A box.C. A candle.D. A lighter.答案：A11. How did Tom create the flame?A. By lighting a candle.B. By striking a match.C. By using a lighter.D. By rubbing two sticks together.答案：B12. What was the teacher's reaction to Tom's action?A. She was angry.B. She was surprised.C. She was bored.D. She was disappointed.答案：B四、翻译（共20分，每题10分）13. 将下列句子从英文翻译成中文。
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历年全国高等教育自学考试高级英语真题全部题目用英文作答(英译汉题目除外),请将答案填在答题纸相应位置上Ⅰ. The following paragraphs are taken from the textbooks, followed by a list of words or expressions marked A to Y. Choose the one that best completes each of the sentences and write the corresponding letter on your Answer Sheet. One word or expression for each blank only. (25 points,1 point for each)One of the best current examples of what Horowitz is talking 1 is John Denver. His most 2 songs—“Sunshine on My Shoulders”, “Rocky Mountain High”, and “Country Road”— 3 the musical drive and power of 4 rock, while the lyrics celebrate the simple 5 of “the good old days”.It is all symbolized in my mind by the hugely successful art 6 that television has made 7 to the culture, the 30-second commercial: the tiny drama of the 8 housewife who finds happiness 9 choosing the right toothpaste. When before in human history has so much humanity 10 surrendered so much of its leisure to one toy, one mass diversion?They had no 11 of comparison and assumed that this was a 12 of his class, just as a traveler stepping off the liner at a foreign 13 for luncheon sums up a nation’s character forever in the 14 businessman who happens to 15 the table with him.Each week, for example, a record of the sales results of the 16 week for each sales office and for Sales Department as a 17 for each division of the company is kept and 18 to the sales results for the 19 week of the year 20 .But by and large the news reports and commentaries on CBS and NBC and ABC make every 21 to present viewers with more than one 22 of an issue, either by letting 23 spokesmen have their 24 or by outlining the positions held by both major parties on the subject 25 .II. Each of the following sentences is given four choices of words or expressions. Choose the right one to complete the sentence and write the corresponding letter on your Answer Sheet. (15 points, 1 point for each)26. New books were displayed in a ______ position on tables at the front of the shop.A.prominentB. preeminentC.dominantD. relevant27. The government is trying to ______ the people into thinking that a war is necessary.A.inspireB. poisonC.adoptD. brainwash28. You need to demonstrate to the examiners that you have more than a(n) ______ understanding of the text.A.actualB. factualC.literalD. literary29. Such ______ of the facts cannot be allowed to go unchallenged.A.distortionB. disturbanceC.distractionD. distribution30. Cutting the bush back in the autumn will help promote ______ growth in the spring.A.violentB. virtualC.vigorousD. visual31. In this story, the clever little fox ______ the hunters and escapes from the trap they set.A.outweighsB. outwitsC.outnumbersD. outgrows32. The British ______ time, effort and huge sums of money on pets.A.lavishB. grantC.provideD. supply33. The fortunes of the major political parties tend to ______ and flow over time.A.haltB. fallC.ebbD. fly34. I’m tired of listening to her ______ the virtues of her children.A.exposingB. explainingC.extendingD. extolling35. There will be a mass ______ to the seaside, the countryside and foreign holiday destinations during summer vacation.A.departureB. inflowC.evasionD. exodus36. John was angry when the boss said that his proposal was completely ______.A.disposableB. dismissibleC.unapproachableD. unavoidable37. Lack of sleep has ______ her concentration.A.deconstructedB. impairedC.demonstratedD. repaired38. He had long held a(n) ______ fascination with the horrors of contemporary warfare.A.arbitraryB. mortalC.morbidD. courteous39. The government replaced the narrow street with a wide ______ with the funds raised.A.laneB. pathC.boulevardD. trail40. Like so many politicians, he had an ______ appetite for power.A.innumerableB. inseparableC.insufferableD. insatiableRead the following passage carefully and complete the succeeding three items III, IV, V.ANC Reform: Alaska Natives Battle for Change(1) They gathered in an office building behind closed doors, a dozen executives of Alaska native corporations (ANCs) considering how to proceed in the face of threats to a government program that had given them a shortcut to billions in income from federal contracts. For years, the leaders of ANCs had maintained a united front of support for the ANC program, despite news accounts and audits that turned up allegations of abuses.(2) In August 2009, just weeks after an especially critical congressional hearing,officials from three of the ANCs proposed a major break in the long-held habit of keeping native problems to themselves. They wanted the group to acknowledge the problems and adopt radical reforms. The room went silent when the officials announced their key proposal: a cap on contracts that would end their ability to get deals of any size without competition.(3) “The reaction was surprisingly muted,” said a person who was there that day who spoke on the condition of anonymity because of the nature of the meeting. “It was obvious there was discomfort, but no one raised their voices or pounded the table.”(4) One of the reformers, Tara Sweeney, a vice president at Arctic Slope based in Barrow, said in a recent interview that advocating a position with implied criticism of Alaska natives was “not an easy path to take.” But she said that she and otherscould not stand by and do nothing. “We need to do the right thing,” she said.(5) Executives at Doyon Limited and Cook Inlet Region Inc. joined those at Arctic Slope in calling for fundamental changes in the program, which has opened the way for $29 billion to Alaska native corporations over the past decade, most of it through set-aside deals or contracts awarded without competition.(6) In a proposal handed over to the Small Business Administration (SBA) last month, the three companies called for better tracking and reporting of benefits to Alaska native shareholders and their communities. They reiterated their call for limits on the size of contracts awarded without competition, requiring additional justification for contracts of more than $100 million. They called for new limits on how ANC subsidiaries could operate and for better enforcement “of program rules to ensure the integrity” of small-business contracting.(7) “Our proposed reforms will improve the program by increasing accountability, decreasing the potential for abuse while continuing to encourage the growth of sustainable businesses that raise the standard of living for Alaska native people,”the three reformers said in a letter to the SBA.(8) In the Alaska native community, the proposals are a source of intense, debate.(9) Sarah Lukin, executive director of the Native American Contractors Association; said the ANC program as it currently is benefits Alaska natives and taxpayers. She said the three reformers, who are not members of her association, “can afford to do business” without the set-aside programbecause of their natural resources and real estate holdings.(10) Lukin said critics have taken ANC problems out of context, ignoring the fact that the same issues, such as the use of contracts without competition, are widespread across the government. “The scrutiny on ANCs is disproportionate,”she said.(11) An unlikely set of allies has joined the reformers.(12) In an interview, Sen. Lisa Murkowski, one of the most adamant ANC boosters, applauded the idea of more transparency and accountability. “In order to continue the good for which this program was intended, we have to pursue the reforms that allow for appropriate oversight,” she said. “I have defended this program, butI do not defend the program unconditionally.”(13) Sen. Claire McCaskill, chairman of a contracting oversight subcommittee that held the ANC hearing last year, said the contracting privileges ought to be rescinded altogether. “If you really understand what is going on with Alaska native corporations, your heart breaks for the many poor natives who are suffering still. They’re being used,” she said. “Two groups of people are getting screwed by the program. Many Alaska natives who are not getting their fair share, and the American taxpayers.”(14) She suggested that the government make direct payments to the native shareholders. “I would much prefer that the American government help Alaska natives directly than through ridiculously over-priced, noncompete government contracts,”she said.(15) Sheri Buretta, chairman of the board of the Chugach Corp., said that thegovernment needs to keep giving ANCs room to improve and grow. “There’s no doubt in my mind there are abuses.” Until now, native executives have been afraid to speak up because of fears “it will be used against us. We’re trying as hard as we can,”she said. “It’s an evolutionary process.”III. In this section, there are ten incomplete statements or questions, followed by four choices marked A, B, C and D. Choose the best answer and write the corresponding letter on your Answer Sheet. (20 points, 2 points for each)41. The purpose of the ANC program reforms is to ______.A. encourage the growth of sustainable businessesB. compete with large joint venturesC. enhance taxpayers’ confidence in ANCsD. get deals of any size without competition42. The officials of Alaska native corporations gathered to ______.A. discuss the reform proposalsB. find ways to help native Alaska peopleC. improve corporate competitionD. protest against the Pentagon43. The main proposal of officials from three of the ANCs is to ______.A. acknowledge the problems and call for federal supportB. keep native problems to themselvesC. limit the size of contractsD. stand by and do nothing44. The word “anonymity” in the third paragraph means ______.A. holding a negative attitudeB. calling for public attentionC. keeping one’s name untoldD. holding back one’s opinions45. The corporation headquartered in Barrow is ______.A. Doyon LimitedB. Cook Inlet Region Inc.C. Chugach Corp.D. Arctic Slope46. The word “reiterated” in the sixth paragraph means ______.A.respondedB. reviewedC.reconsideredD. restated47. In the ninth paragraph, Sarah Lukin’s attitude toward the reform proposals is ______.A.tolerantB. supportiveC.negativeD. conservative48. The word “disproportionate” in the tenth paragraph means ______.A.unfairB. unknownC.undoneD. uneasy49. According to Sen. Claire McCaskill, the victims of the ANC program are ______.A. Alaska officials and corporation executivesB. American officials and Alaska taxpayersC. Alaska natives and American taxpayersD. American citizens and corporation executives50. The sentence “It’s an evolutionary process.” in the fifteenth paragraph implies that ______.A. it takes courageB. it takes timeC. it is an easy path to takeD. it is the right thing to doIV. Translate the following sentences into Chinese and write the translation on your Answer Sheet. (10 points, 2 points for each)51. It was obvious there was discomfort, but no one raised their voices or pounded the table.52. In the Alaska native community, the proposals are a source of intense debate.53. In order to continue the good for which this program was intended, we have to pursue the reforms that allow for appropriate oversight.54. If you really understand what is going on with Alaska native corporations,your heart breaks for the many poor natives who are suffering still.55. She suggested that the government make direct payments to the native shareholders.V. Answer the following essay question in English within 80-100 words. Write your answers on the Answer Sheet. (10 points)56. What is your attitude to reforms? Illustrate your point of view with one or more appropriate examples.VI. Translate the following sentences into English and write the translation on your Answer Sheet. (20 points, 2 points each for 57-60, 4 points for 61, 8 points for 62)57.一个致力于在少数特定地区增加个人财富的政府系统永远不会为公众谋求利益。