2019年12月-六级真题及答案
2019年12月英语六级考试真题试卷附答案(完整版 第3套)
2019年12月英语六级考试真题试卷附答案(完整版第3套)Part I Writing (30 minutes)Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write an essay on the importance of having a sense of community respousibility. You should write at least 150 words but no more than 200 words.Part II Listening Comprehension (30 minutes)说明：由于2019年12月六级考试全国共考了两套听力，本套真题听力与前2套内容相同，只是选项顺序不同，因此在本套真题中不再重复出现。
Part III Reading Comprehension (40 minutes)Section ADirections: In this section, there is a passage with ten blanks. You are required to select one word for each blank from a list of choices given in a word bank following the passage. Read the passage through carefully before making your choices. Each choice in the bank is identified by a letter. Please mark the corresponding letter for each item on Answer Sheet 2 with a single line through the centre. You may not use any of the words in the bank more than once.The number of devices you can talk to is multiplying -- first it was your phone, then your cat, and now you can tell your kitchen appliances what to do. But even without gadgets that understand our spoken commands, research suggests that, as bizarre is it sounds, under certain __26__ people regularly ascribe human traits to everyday objects.Sometimes we see things as human because we are __27__ In one experiment, people who reported feeling isolated were more likely than others to attribute __28__ to various gadgets. In turn, feeling close to objects can __29__ loneliness. When college students were reminded of a time they had been __30__ in a social setting, they compensated by exaggerating their number of friends- unless they were first given tasks that caused them to interact with their phone as if it had human qualities. According to the researchers, the participants' phones __31__ substituted for real friends.At other times, we personify products in an effort to understand them. One study found that three in four respondents yelled at their computer. Further, the more their computer gave them problems, the more likely the respondents were to report that it had its own "beliefs and __32__."So how do people assign trails to an object? In par, we rely on looks. On humans wide faces are __33__ with dominance. Similarly, people rated curs, clocks, and watches with wide faces as more dominant-looking than narrow-faced ones, and preferred them-especially in __34__situations. An analysis of car sales in Germany found that cars with grilles(护栅) that were upturned like smiles sold best. The purchasers saw this __35__ as increasing a car's friendliness.A) alleviateB) apparentlyC) arrogantD) associatedE) circumstancesF) competitiveG) concededH) consciousnessI) desiresJ) excludedK) featureL) lonelyM) separateN) spectacularlyO) warrantSection BDirections: In this section, you are going to read a passage with ten statements attached to it. Each statement contains information given in one of the paragraphs. Identify the paragraph from which the information is derived. You may choose a paragraph more than once. Each paragraph is marked with a letter. Answer the questions by marking the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 2.Why More Farmers Are Making The Switch to Grass-Fed Meat and DairyA) Though he didn't come from a farming family, from a young age Tim Joseph was fascinated by the idea of living off the land. Reading magazines like The Stockman Grass Farmer and Graze, he got hooked on the idea of grass-fed agriculture. The idea that all energy and wealth comes from the sun really intrigued him. He thought the shorter the distance between the sun and the end product, the higher the profit to the farmer.B) Joseph wanted to put this theory to the test. In 2009, he and his wife Laura launched Maple Hill Creamery, an organic, all grass-fed yogurt company in northern New York. He quickly learned what the market has demonstrated: Demand for grass-fed products currently exceeds supply. Grass-fed beef is enjoying a 25-30% annual growth rate. Sales of grass-fed yogurt and kefir(发酵乳饮品), on the other hand, have in the last year increased by over 38%. This is in comparison with a drop of just under 1% in the total yogurt and kefir market, according to natural and organic market research company SPINS. Joseph's top priority became getting his hands on enough grass-fed milk to keep customers satisfied, since his own 64-cow herd wasn't going to suffice.C) His first partnership was with Paul and Phyllis Amburgh, owners of the Dharma Lea farm in New York. The Amburghs, too, were true believers in grass-fed. In addition to supplying milk from their own 85-head herd, they began to help other farmers in the area convert from conventional to certified organic and grass-fed in order to enter the Maple Hill supply chain. Since 2010, the couple has helped 125 small dairy farms convert to grass-fed, with more than 80% of those farms coming on board during the last two years.D) All this conversion has helped Maple Hill grow 40-50% every year since it began, with no end in sight. Joseph has learned that a farmer has to have a certain mindset to successfully convert. But convincing open-minded dairy people is actually not that hard, when you look at the economics. Grass fed milk can fetch up to 2.5 times the price of conventional milk. Another factor is the squeeze that conventional dairy farmers have felt as the price of grain they feed their cows has gone up, tightening their profit margins. By replacing expensive grain feed with regenerative management practices, grass-fed farmers are insulated from jumps in the price of feed. These practices include grazing animals on grasses grown from the pastureland s natural seed bank, and fertilized by the cows' own fertilizer.E) Champions of this type of regenerative grazing also point to its animal welfare, climate and health benefits: Grass-fed animals live longer out of confinement. Grazing herds stimulate microbial(微生物的) activity in the soil, helping to capture water and separate carbon. And grass-fed dairy and meat have been shown to be higher in certain nutrients and healthy fats.F) In the grass-fed system, farmers are also not subject to the wildly fluctuating milk prices of the international commodity market. The unpredictability of global demand and the lag-time it takes to add more cows to a herd to meet demand can result in events like the recent cheese surplus. Going gras-fed is a safe refuge, a way for family-scale farms to stay viable. Usually a farmer will get to the point where financially, what they're doing is not working. That's when they call Maple Hill. If the farm is well managed and has enough land, and the desire to convert is sincere, a relationship can begin. Through regular regional educational meetings, a large annual meeting, individual farm visits and thousands of phone calls, the Amburghs pass on the principles of pasture management. Maple Hill signs a contract pledging to buy the farmer's milk at a guaranteed base price, plus quality premiums and incentives for higher protein, butter-fat and other solids.G) While Maple Hill's conversion program is unusually hands-on and comprehensive, it's just one of a growing number of businesses committed to slowly changing the way America farms. Joseph calls sharing his knowledge network through peer-to-peer learning a core piece of the company's culture. Last summer, Massachusetts grass-fed beef advocate John Smith launched Big Picture Beef, a network of small grass-fed beef farms in New England and New York that is projected to bring to market 2,500 head of cattle from 125 producers this year. Early indications are that Smith will have no shortage of farm members. Since he began to informally announce the network at farming conferences and on social media, he' s received a steady stream of inquiries from interested farmers.H) Smith says he'll provide services ranging from formal seminars to on-farm workshops on holistic(整体的) management, to one-on-one hand-holding and an almost 24/7 phone hotline for farmers who are converting. In exchange, he guarantees an above-market price for each animal and a calf-to-customer electronic ear tag ID system like that used in the European Union.I) Though advocates portray grass fed products as a win-win situation for all, they do have downsides. Price, for one, is an issue. Joseph says his products are priced 10-20%above organic versions, but depending on the product chosen, compared to non-organic conventional yogurt, consumers could pay a premium of 30-50% or more for grass-fed. As for the meat, Smith says his grass-fed hamburger will be priced 20-25% over the conventional alternative. But a look at the prices on online grocer Fresh Direct suggests a grass-fed premium of anywhere from 35-60%.J) And not every farmer has the option of going grass-fed. For both beef and dairy production, it requires, at least in the beginning, more pastureland. Grass-fed beef production tends to be more labor-intensive as well. But Smith counters that if you factor in the hidden cost of government corm subsidies, environment degradation, and decreased human health and animal welfare, grass-fed is the more cost-effective model. "The sun provides the lowest cost of production and the cheapest meat," he says.K) Another grass-fed booster spurring farmers to convert is EPIC, which makes meat-based protein bars. Founders Taylor Collins and his wife, Katie Forrest, used to be endurance athletes; now they' re advocates of grass- fed meat. Soon after launching EPIC's most successful product-the Bison Bacon Cranberry Bar-Collins and Forrest found they'd exhausted their sources for bison(北美野牛) raised exclusively on pasture. When they started researching the supply chain, they learned that only 2-3% of all bison is actually grass-fed. The rest is feed- lot confined and fed grain and corm.L) But after General Mills bought EPIC in 2016, Collins and Forrest suddenly had the resources they needed to expand their supply chain. So the company teamed up with Wisconsin-based rancher Northstar Bison. EPIC fronted the money for the purchase of $2.5 million worth of young bison that will be raised according to its grass- fed protocols, with a guaranteed purchase price. The message to young people who might not otherwise be able to afford to break into the business is, "'You car Purchase this S3 million piece of land here, because I'm guaranteeing you today you'll have 1,000 bison on it.' We're bringing new blood into the old, conventional farming ecosystem, which is really cool to see," Collins explains.36. Farmers going grass-fed are not affected by the ever-changing milk prices of the global market.37. Over the years, Tim Joseph's partners have helped many dairy farmers to switch to grass-fed.38. One advocate believes that many other benefits should be taken into consideration when we assess the cost-effectiveness of grass-fed farming.39. Many dairy farmers were persuaded to switch to grass-fed when they saw its advantage in terms of profits.40. Tim Joseph's grass-fed program is only one example of how American farming practice ischanging.41. Tim Joseph was fascinated by the notion that sunlight brings energy and wealth to mankind.42. One problem with grass-fed products is that they are usually more expensive than conventional ones.43. Grass-fed products have proved to be healthier and more nutritious.44. When Tim Joseph started his business, he found grass-fed products fell short of demand.45. A snack bar producer discovered that the supply of purely grass-fed bison meat was scarce.Section CDirections: There are 2 passages in this section. Each passage is followed by some questions or unfinished statements. For each of them there are four choices marked A), B), C) and D). You should decide on the best choice and mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 2 with a single line through the centre.Passage OneQuestions 46 to 50 are based on the following passage.Schools are not just a microcosm (缩影) of society; they mediate it too. The best seek to alleviate the external pressures on their pupils while equipping them better to understand and handle the world outside -- at once sheltering them and broadening their horizons. This is ambitious in any circumstances, and in a divided and unequal society the two ideals can clash outright(直接地).Trips that many adults would consider the adventure of a lifetime -- treks in Bomeo, a sports tour to Barbados -- appear to have become almost routine at some state schools. Parents are being asked for thousands of pounds. Though schools cannot profit from these trips, the companies that arrange them do. Meanwhile, pupils arrive at school hungry because their families can't afford breakfast. The Child Poverty Action Group says nine out of 30 in every classroom fall below the poverty line. The discrepancy is startlingly apparent. Introducing a fundraising requirement for students does not help, as better-off children can tap up richer aunts and neighbours.Probing the rock pools of a local beach or practising French on a language exchange can fire children's passions, boost their skills and open their eyes to life 's possibilities. Educational outings help bright but disadvantaged students to get better scores in A-level tests. In this globalised age, there is a good case for international travel, and some parents say they can manage the cost of a school trip abroad more easily than a family holiday. Even in the face of immense and mounting financial pressures, some schools have shown remarkable determination and ingenuity in ensuring that all their pupils are able to take up opportunities that may be truly life-changing. They should be applauded. Methods such as whole-school fundraising, with the proceeds(收益) pooled, can help to extend opportunities and fuel community spirit.But 3,000 pounds trips cannot be justified when the average income for families with children is just over 30,000 pounds. Such initiatives close doors for many pupils. Some parents pull theirchildren out of school because of expensive field trips. Even parents who can see that a trip is little more than a party or celebration may well feel guilt that their child is left behind.The Department for Education 's guidance says schools can charge only for board and lodging if the trip is part of the syllabus, and that students receiving government aid are exempt from these costs. However, many schools seem to ignore the advice; and it does not cover the kind of glamorous, exotic trips, which are becoming increasingly common. Schools cannot be expected to bring together communities single-handed. But the least we should expect is that they do not foster divisions and exclude those who are already disadvantaged.46. What does the author say best schools should do?A) Prepare students to both challenge and change the divided unequal society.B) Protect students from social pressures and enable them to face the world.C) Motivate students to develop their physical as well as intellectual abilities.D) Encourage students to be ambitious and help them to achieve their goals.47. What does the author think about school field trips?A) They enable students from different backgrounds to mix with each other.B) They widen the gap between privileged and disadvantaged students.C) They give the disadvantaged students a chance to see the world.D) They only benefit students with rich relatives and neighbours.48. What does the author suggest can help build community spirit?A) Events aiming to improve community services.B) Activities that help to fuel students' ingenuity.C) Events that require mutual understanding,D) Activities involving all students on campus.49. What do we learn about low-income parents regarding school field trips?A) They want their children to participate even though they don't see much benefit.B) They don't want their kids to participate but find it hard to keep them from going.C) They don't want their kids to miss any chance to broaden their horizons despite the cost.D) They want their children to experience adventures but they don't want them to run risks.50. What is the author's expectation of schools?A) Bringing a community together with ingenuity.B) Resolving the existing discrepancies in society.C) Avoiding creating new gaps among students.D) Giving poor students preferential treatment.Passage TwoQuestions 51 to 55 are based on the following passage.Rising temperatures and overfishing in the pristine(未受污染的) waters around the Antarctic could see king penguin populations pushed to the brink of extinction by the end of the century, according to a new study. The study's report states that as global warming transforms the environment in the world's last great wilderness, 70 percent of king penguins could eitherdisappear or be forced to find new breeding grounds.Co-author Celine Le Bohec, from the University of Strasbourg in France, warned: "If there're no actions aimed at halting or controlling global warming, and the pace of the current human-induced changes such as climate change and overfishing stays the same, the species may soon disappear." The findings come amid growing concern over the future of the Antarctic. Earlier this month a separate study found that a combination of climate change and industrial fishing is threatening the krill(磷虾) population in Antarctic waters, with a potentially disastrous impact on whales, seals and penguins. But today's report is the starkest warming yet of the potentially devastating impact of climate change and human exploitation on the Antarctic's delicate ecosystems.Le Bohec said: "Unless current greenhouse gas emissions drop, 70 percent of king penguins -- 1.1 million breeding pairs -- will be forced to relocate their breeding grounds, or face extinction by 2100." King penguins are the second-largest type of penguin and only breed on specific isolated islands in the Southern Ocean where there is no ice cover and easy access to the sea. As the ocean warms, a body of water called the Antarctic Polar Front --an upward movement of nutrient-rich sea that supports a huge abundance of marine life -- is being pushed further south. This means that king penguins, which feed on fish and kill in this body of water, have to travel further to their feeding grounds, leaving their hungry chicks for longer. And as the distance between their breeding, grounds and their fool prows, entire colonies could be wiped out.Le Bohec said: "The plight of the king penguin should serve as a warming about the future of the entire marine environment in the Antarctic. Penguins, like other seabirds and marine mammals, occupy higher levels in the food chain and they are what we call bio-indicators of their ecosystems." Penguins are sensitive indicators of changes in marine ecosystems. As such, they are key species for understanding and predicting impacts of global change on Antarctic and sub-Antarctic marine ecosystems. The report found that although some king penguins may be able to relocate to new breeding grounds closer to their retreating food source, suitable new habitats would be scarce. Only a handful of islands in the Southern Ocean are suitable for sustaining large breeding colonies.51. What will happen by 2100, according to a new study?A) King penguins in the Antarctic will be on the verge of dying out.B) Sea water will rise to a much higher level around the Antarctic.C) The melting ice cover will destroy the great Antarctic wilderness.D) The pristine waters around the Antarctic will disappear forever.52. What do we learn from the findings of a separate study?A) Shrinking krill population and rising temperatures could force Antarctic whales to migrate.B) Human activities have accelerated climate change in the Antarctic region in recent years.C) Industrial fishing and climate change could be fatal to certain Antarctic species.D) Krill fishing in the Antarctic has worsened the pollution of the pristine waters.53. What does the passage say about king penguins?A) They will turn out to be the second-largest species of birds to become extinct.B) Many of them will have to migrate to isolated islands in the Southern Ocean.C) They feed primarily on only a few kinds of krill in the Antarctic Polar Front.D) The majority of them may have to find new breeding grounds in the future.54. What happens when sea levels rise in the Antarctic?A) Many baby king penguins can't have food in time.B) Many king penguins could no longer live on kill.C) Whales will invade king penguins' breeding grounds.D) Whales will have to travel long distances to find food.55. What do we learn about the Southern Ocean?A) The king penguins there are reluctant to leave for new breeding grounds.B) Its conservation is key to the sustainable propagation of Antarctic species.C) It is most likely to become the ultimate retreat for species like the king penguin.D) Only a few of its islands can serve as luge breeding grounds for king penguins.Part IV Translation (30 minutes)Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to translate a passage from Chinese into English. You should write your answer on Answer Sheet 2.荷花(lotus flower)是中国的名花之一，深受人们喜爱。
2019年12月大学英语六级考试真题与答案 一
2019年12月大学英语六级考试CET6真题与答案解析（卷一）Part I Writing (30 minutes)Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write an essay on the importance of having a sense of social responsibility. You should write at least 150 words but no more than 200 words.PartⅡListening comprehension(30minutes)Section ADirections: In this section, you will hear two long conversations. At the end of each conversation, you will hear four questions. Both the conversation and the questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a question, you must choose the best answer from the four choices marked A),B),C) and D). Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 1 with a single line through the centre.Questions 1 to 4 are based on the conversation you have just heard.1. A) It focuses exclusively on jazz.B) It sponsors major jazz concerts.C) It has several branches in LondonD) It displays albums by new music talents.2. A) It originated with cowboys.B) Its market has now shrunk.C) Its listeners are mostly young people.D) It remains as widespread as hip hop music.3. A) Its definition is varied and complicated.B) It is still going through experimentation.C) It is frequently accompanied by singing.D) Its style has remained largely unchanged.4. A) Learn to play them.B) Take music lessons.C) Listen to them yourself.D) Consul jazz musicians.Questions 5 to 8 are based on the conversation you have just heard.5. A) She paid her mortgage.B) She called on the man.C) She made a business plan.D) She went to the bank.6. A)Her previous debt hadn't been cleared yet.B) Her credit history was considered poor.C)She had apparently asked for too much.D)She didn't pay her mortgage in time.7. A)Pay a debt long overdue.B) Buy a piece of property.C)Start her own business.D) Check her credit history.8. A) Seek advice from an expert about fundraising.B) Ask for smaller loans from different lenders.C) Build up her own finances step by step.D) Revise her business proposal carefully.Section BDirections: In this section, you will hear two passages. At the end of each passage, you will hear three or four questions. Both the passage and the questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a question, you must choose the best answer from the four choices marked A),B),C) and D). Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 1 with a single line through the centre.Questions 9 to 11 are based on the passage you have just heard.9. A)It is profitable and environmentally friendly.B) It is well located and completely automated.C) It is small and unconventional.D) It is fertile and productive.10. A) Their urge to make farming more enjoyable.B) Their desire to farming equipment.C) Their hope to revitalize traditional farming.D) Their wish to set a new farming standard.11. A) It saves a lot of electricity.B) It needs little maintenance.C)It causes hardly any pollution.D)It loosens soil while weeding.Questions 12 to 15 are based on the passage you have just heard.12. A) It has turned certain insects into a new food source.B) It has started on expanding business outside the UK.C)It has imported some exotic foods from overseas.D)It has joined hands with Sainsbury’s to sell pet insects.13. A) It was really unforgettable.B) It was a pleasant surprise.C) It hurt his throat slightly.D) It made him feel strange.14. A)They are more tasty than beef, chicken or pork.B) They are more nutritious than conventional meats.D) They will soon gain popularity throughout the world.15. A)It is environmentally friendly.B)It is a promising industry.C) It requires new technology.D)It saves huge amounts of labour.Section CDirections: In this section, you will hear three recordings of lectures or talks followed by three or four questions. The recordings will be played only once, you must choose the best answer from the four choices marked A),B),C) and D). Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 1 with a single line through the centre.Questions 16 to 18 are based on the recording you have just heard.16. A)To categorize different types of learners.B) To find out what students prefer to learn.C)To understand the mechanism of the human brain.D)To see if they are inherent traits affecting learning.17. A) It was defective.B)It was misguided.C)It was original in design.D)It was thought-provoking.18. A)Auditory aids are as important as visual aids.B) Visual aids are helpful to all types of learners.C)Reading plain texts is more effective than viewing pictures.D)Scientific concepts are hard to understand without visual aids.Questions 19 to 21 are based on the recording you have just heard.19. A)Not playing a role in a workplace revolution.B) Not benefiting from free-market capitalism.C) Not earning enough money to provide for the family.D)Not spending enough time on family life and leisure.20. A) People would be working only fifteen hours a week now.B) The balance of power in the workplace would change.C) Technological advances would create many new jobs.D) Most workers could afford to have house of their own.21. A) Loss of workers’ personal dignity.B) Deprivation of workers’ creativity.C) Deterioration of workers' mental health.D)Unequal distribution of working hours.Questions 22 to 25 are based on the recording you have just heard.22. A)It is the worst managed airport in German history.B) It is now the biggest and busiest airport in Europe.C) It has become something of a joke among Germans.D)It has become a typical symbol of German efficiency.23. A) The city’s airports are outdated.B)The city had just been reunified.C)The city wanted to boost its economy.D) The city wanted to attract more tourists.24. A)The municipal government kept changing hands.B)The construction firm breached the contract.C)Shortage of funding delayed is construction.D)Problems of different kinds kept popping up.25 A) Tourism industry in Berlin suffers.B) All kinds of equipment gets rusted.C)Huge maintenance costs accumulate.D)Complaints by local residents increase.Part ⅢReading Comprehension (40 minutes)Section ADirections: In this section, there is a passage with ten blanks. You are required to select one word for each blank from a list of choices given in a word bank following the passage. Read the passage through carefully before making your choices. Each choice in the bank is identified by a letter. Please mark the corresponding letter for each item on Answer Sheet 2 with a single line through the centre. You may not use any of the words in the bank more than once.The number of devices you can talk to is multiplying—first it was your phone, then your car, and now you can tell your kitchen appliance what to do. But even without gadgets that understand our spoken commands, research suggests that, as bizarre as it sounds, under certain26 , people regularly ascribe human traits to everyday objects.Sometimes we see things as human because we are 27 . In one experiment, people who reported feeling isolated were more likely than others to attribute 28 to various gadgets. In turn, feeling close to objects can 29 loneliness. When college students were reminded of a time they had been 30 in a social setting, they compensated by exaggerating their number of friends—unless they were first given tasks that caused them to interact with their phone as if it had human qualities. According to the researcher phones, the participants’ phones 31 substituted for real friends.At other times, we personify products in an effort to understand them. One study found that three in four respondents yelled at their computer. Further, the more their computer gave them problems, the more likely the respondents were to report that it had its own “beliefs and 32 ”. So how do people assign traits to an object? In part, we rely on looks. On humans, wide faces are 33 with dominance. Similarly, people rated cars, clocks, and watches with wide faces as more dominant-looking than narrow-faced ones, and preferred them—especially in 34 situations. An analysis of car sales in Germany found that cars with grilles(护栅) that up turned like smiles sold best. The purchasers saw this 35 as increasing a cars’ friendliness.A) alleviateB) apparentlyC) arrogantD) associatedE) circumstancesF) competitiveG) concededH) consciousness I) desiresJ) excluded K) featureL) lonelyM) separate N) spectacularly O) warrantSection BDirections: In this section, you are going to read a passage with ten statements attached to it. Each statement contains information given in one of the paragraphs. Identify the paragraph from which the information is derived. You may choose a paragraph more than once. Eachparagraph is marked with a letter. Answer the questions by marking the corresponding letter for each item on Answer Sheet 2.[A] Though he didn't come from a farming family, from a young age Tim Joseph was fascinated by the idea of living off the land. Reading magazines like the Stockman Grass Farmer and Graze, he got hooked on the idea of grass-fed agriculture. The idea that all energy and wealth comes from the sun really intrigued him. He thought the shorter the distance between the sun and the end product, the higher the profit to the farmer.[B] Joseph wanted to put this theory to the test. In 2009, he and his wife Laura launched Maple Hill Creamery, an organic, all grass-fed yogurt company in northern New York. He quickly learned what the market has demonstrated: Demand for grass-fed products currently exceeds supply. Grass-fed beef is enjoying a 25-30% annual growth rate. Sales of grass-fed yogurt and kefir(发酵乳饮品), on the other hand, have in the last year increased by over 38%. This is comparison with a drop of just under 1% in the total yogurt and kefir market, according to natural and organic market research company SPINS. Joseph's top priority became getting his hands on enough grass-fed milk to keep customers satisfied, since his own 64-cow herd wasn’t going to suffice.[C] His first partnership was with Paul and Phyllis Amburgh, owners of the Dharma Lea farm in New York. The Amburghs, too, were true believers in grass-fed. In addition to supplying milk from their own 85-head herd, they began to help other farmers in the area convert from conventional to certified organic and grass-fed in order to enter the Maple Hill supply chain. Since 2010, the couple has helped 125 small dairy farms convert to grass-fed, with more than 80% of those farms coming on board during the last two years.[D] All this conversion has helped Maple Hill grow 40-50% every year since it began, with no end in sight, Joseph has learned that a farmer has to have a certain mindset to successfully convert. But convincing open-minded dairy people is actually not that hard, when you look at the economics. Grass-fed milk can fetch up to 2.5 times the price of conventional milk. Another factor is the squeeze that conventional dairy fanners have felt as the price of grain they feed their cows has gone up, tightening their profit margins. By replacing expensive grain feed with regenerative management practices, grass-fed farmers are insulated from jumps in the price of feed. These practices include grazing animals on grasses grown from the pastureland' s naturalseed bank, and fertilized by the cows' own fertilizer.[E] Champions of this type of regenerative grazing also point to its animal welfare, climate and health benefits: Grass-fed animals live longer out of confinement. Grazing herds stimulate microbial(微生物的) activity in the soil, helping to capture water and separate carbon. And grass-fed dairy and meat have been shown to be higher in certain nutrients and healthy fats. (F] In the grass-fed system, farmers are also not subject to the wildly fluctuating milk prices of the international commodity market. The unpredictability of global demand and the lag-time it takes to add more cows to a herd to meet demand can result in events like the recent cheese surplus. Going grass-fed is a safe refuge, a way for family-scale farms to stay viable. Usually a farmer will get to the point where financially, what they’re doing is not working. That's when they call Maple Hill. If the farm is well managed and has enough land, and the desire to convert is sincere, a relationship can begin. Through regular regional educational meetings, a large annual meeting, individual farm visits and thousands of phone calls, the Amburghs pass on the principles of pasture management. Maple Hill signs a contract pledging to buy the farmer’s milk at a guaranteed base price, plus quality premiums and incentives for higher protein, butter-fat and other solids.[G] While Maple Hill's conversion program is unusually hands-on and comprehensive, it's just one of a growing number of businesses committed to slowly changing the way America farms. Joseph calls sharing his knowledge network through peer-to-peer learning a core piece of the company’s culture. Last summer, Massachusetts grass-fed beef advocate John Smith launched Big Picture Beef, a network of small grass-fed beef farms in New England and New York that is projected to bring to market 2,500 head of cattle from 125 producers this year. Early indications are that Smith will have no shortage of farm members. Since he began to informally announce the network at farming conferences and on social media, he's received a steady stream of inquiries from interested farmers.[H] Smith says he'll provide services ranging from formal seminars to on-farm workshops on holistic(整体的）management to one-on-one hand-holding and an almost 24/7 phone hotline for farmers who are converting. In exchange, he guarantees an above-market price for each animal and a calf-to-customer electronic ear tag ID system like that used in the European Union.[I] Though advocates portray grass-fed products as a win-win situation for all, they do havedownsides. Price, for one, is an issue. Joseph says his products are priced 10-20% above organic versions, but depending on the product chosen, compared to non-organic conventional yogurt, consumers could pay a premium of 30-50% or more for grass-fed. As for the meat, Smith says his grass-fed hamburger will be priced 20-25% over the conventional alternative. But a look at the prices on online grocer Fresh Direct suggests a grass-fed premium of anywhere from 35-60%.[J] And not every farmer has the option of going grass-fed. For both beef and dairy production, it requires, at least in the beginning, more pastureland. Grass-fed beef production tends to be more labor-intensive as well. But Smith counters that if you factor in the hidden cost of government corn subsidies, environment degradation, and decreased human health and animal welfare, grass-fed is the more cost-effective model. “The sun provides the lowest cost of production and the cheapest meat,” he says.[K] Another grass-fed booster spurring farmers to convert is EPIC, which makes meat-based protein bars. Founders Taylor Collins and his wife, Katie Forrest, used to be endurance athletes; now they’re advocates of grass-fed meat. Soon after launching EPIC' s most successful product-the Bison Bacon Cranberry Bar-Collins and Forrest found they’d exhausted their sources for bison(北美野牛）raised exclusively on pasture. When they started researching the supply chain, they learned that only 2-3% of all bison is actually grass-fed. The rest is feed-lot confined and fed grain and corn.[L] But after General Mills bought EPIC in 2016, Collins and Forrest suddenly had the resources they needed to expand their supply chain. So the company teamed up with Wisconsin-based rancher Northstar Bison. EPIC fronted the money for the purchase of $2.5 million worth of young bison that will be raised according to its grass-fed protocols, with a guaranteed purchase price. The message to young people who might not otherwise be able to afford to break into the business is, “You can purchase this $3 million piece of land here, because I’m guaranteeing you today you'll have 1,000 bison on it. We're bringing new blood into the old, conventional farming ecosystem, which is really cool to see,” Collins explains. 36. Farmers going grass-fed are not affected by the ever-changing milk prices of the global market.37. Over the years, Tim Joseph’s partners have helped many dairy farmers to switch tograss-fed.38. One advocate believes that many other benefits should be taken into consideration when we assess the cost-effectiveness of grass-fed farming.39. Many dairy farmers were persuaded to switch to grass-fed when they saw its advantage in terms of profits.40. Tim Joseph’s grass-fed program is only one example of how American farming practice is changing.41. Tim Joseph was fascinated by the notion that sunlight brings energy and wealth to mankind.42. One problem with grass-fed products is that they are usually more expensive than conventional ones.43. Grass-fed products have proved to be healthier and more nutritious.44. When Tim Joseph started his business, he found grass-fed products fell short of demand.45. A snack bar producer discovered that the supply of purely grass-fed bison meat was scarce. Section CDirections: There are 2 passages in this section. Each passage is followed by some questions or unfinished statements. For each of them there are four choices marked A),B),C) and D).You should decide on the best choice and mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 2 with a single line through the centre.Passage OneQuestions 46 to 50 are based on the following passage.Schools are not just a microcosm(缩影) of society; they mediate it too. The best seek to alleviate the external pressures on their pupils while equipping them better to understand and handle the world outside—at once sheltering them and broadening their horizons. This is ambitious in any circumstances, and in a divided and unequal society the two ideals can clash outright(直接地).Trips that many adults would consider the adventure of a lifetime-treks in Borneo, a sports tour to Barbados—appear to have become almost routine at some state schools. Parents are being asked for thousands of pounds. Though schools cannot profit from these trips, the companies that arrange them do. Meanwhile, pupils arrive at school hungry because theirfamilies can't afford breakfast. The Child Poverty Action Group says nine out of 30 in every classroom fall below the poverty line. The discrepancy is startlingly apparent. Introducing a fundraising requirement for students does not help, as better-off children can tap up richer aunts and neighbours.Probing the rock pools of a local beach or practising French on a language exchange can fire children's passions, boost their skills and open their eyes to life's possibilities. Educational outings help bright but disadvantaged students to get better scores in A-level tests. In this globalised age, there is a good case for international travel, and some parents say they can manage the cost of a school trip abroad more easily than a family holiday. Even in the face of immense and mounting financial pressures, some schools have shown remarkable determination and ingenuity in ensuring that all their pupils are able to take up opportunities that may be truly life-changing. They should be applauded. Methods such as whole-school fundraising, with the proceeds(收益) pooled, can help to extend opportunities and fuel community spirit.But £3,000 trips cannot be justified when the average income for families with children is just over £30,000. Such initiatives close doors for many pupils. Some parents pull their children out of school because of expensive field trips. Even parents who can see that a trip is little more than a party or celebration may well feel guilt that their child is left behind.The Department for Education’s guidance says schools can charge only for board and lodging if the trip is part of the syllabus, and that students receiving government aid are exempt from these costs. However, many schools seem to ignore the advice: and it does not cover the kind of glamorous, exotic trips, which are becoming increasingly common. Schools cannot be expected to bring together communities single-handed. But the least we should expect is that they do not foster divisions and exclude those who are already disadvantaged.46.What does the author say best schools should do?A)Prepare students to both challenge and change the divided unequal society.B)Protect students from social pressures and enable them to face the world.C)Motivate students to develop their physical as well as intellectual abilities.D)Encourage students to be ambitious and help them to achieve their goals.47.What does the author think about school field trips?A)They enable students from different backgrounds to mix with each other.B)They widen the gap between privileged and disadvantaged students.C)They give the disadvantaged students a chance to see the world.D)They only benefit students with rich relatives and neighbours.48. What does the author suggest can help build community spirit?A)Events aiming to improve community services.B)Activities that help to fuel students' ingenuity.C)Events that require mutual understanding.D)Activities involving all students on campus.49. What do we learn about low-income parents regarding school field trips?A)They want their children to participate even though they don't see much benefit.B)They don't want their kids to participate but find it hard to keep them from going.C)They don't want their kids to miss any chance to broaden their horizons despite the cost.D) They want their children to experience adventures but they don't want them to run risks.50. What is the author's expectation of schools?A)Bringing a community together with ingenuity.B)Resolving the existing discrepancies in society.C)Avoiding creating new gaps among students.D)Giving poor students preferential treatment.Passage TwoQuestions 51 to 55 are based on the following passage.Rising temperatures and overfishing in the pristine(未受污染的)waters around the Antarctic could see King penguin populations pushed to the brink of extinction by the end of the century, according to a new study. The study's report states that as global warming transforms the environment in the world's last great wilderness, 70 percent of king penguins could either disappear or be forced to find new breeding grounds.Co-author Céline Le Bohec, from the University of Strasbourg in France, warned: “If there' re no actions aimed at halting or controlling global warming, and the pace of the current human-induced changes such as climate change and overfishing stays the same, the species may soon disappear.” The findings come amid growing concern over the future of the Antarctic.Earlier this month a separate study found that a combination of climate change and industrial fishing is threatening the krill(磷虾) population in Antarctic waters, with a potentially disastrous impact on whales, seals and penguins. But today's report is the starkest warning yet of the potentially devastating impact of climate change and human exploitation on the Antarctic's delicate ecosystems.Le Bohec said: "Unless current greenhouse gas emissions drop, 70 percent of king penguins—1.1 million breeding pairs-will be forced to relocate their breeding grounds, or face extinction by 2100." King penguins are the second-largest type of penguin and only breed on specific isolated islands in the Southern Ocean where there is no ice cover and easy access to the sea. As the ocean warms, a body of water called the Antarctic Polar Front-an upward movement of nutrient-rich sea that supports a huge abundance of marine life—is being pushed further south. This means that king penguins, which feed on fish and krill in this body of water, have to travel further to their feeding grounds, leaving their hungry chicks for longer. And as this distance between their breeding grounds and their food grows, entire colonies could be wiped out.Le Bohec said: “The plight of the king penguin should serve as a warning about the future of entire marine environment in the Antarctic. Penguins, like other seabirds and marine mammals, occupy higher levels in the food chain and they are what we call bio-indicators of their ecosystems." Penguins are sensitive indicators of changes in marine ecosystems. As such, they are key species for understanding and predicting impacts of global change on Antarctic and sub-Antarctic marine ecosystems. The report found that although some king penguins may be able to relocate to new breeding grounds closer to their retreating food source, suitable new habitats would be scarce. Only a handful of islands in the Southern Ocean are suitable for sustaining large breeding colonies.51. What will happen by 2100, according to a new study?A)King penguins in the Antarctic will be on the verge of dying out.B)Sea water will rise to a much higher level around the Antarctic.C)The melting ice cover will destroy the great Antarctic wilderness.D)The pristine waters around the Antarctic will disappear forever.52.What do we learn from the findings of a separate study?A)Shrinking krill population and rising temperatures could force Antarctic whales to migrate.B)Human activities have accelerated climate change in the Antarctic region in recent years.C)Industrial fishing and climate change could be fatal to certain Antarctic species.D)Krill fishing in the Antarctic has worsened the pollution of the pristine waters.53.What does the passage say about king penguins?A)They will turn out to be the second-largest species of birds to become extinct.B)Many of them will have to migrate to isolated islands in the Southern Ocean.C)They feed primarily on only a few kinds of krill in the Antarctic Polar FrontD)The majority of them may have to find new breeding grounds in the future.54.What happens when sea levels rise in the Antarctic?A)Many baby king penguins can't have food in time.B)Many king penguins could no longer live on krill.C)Whales will invade king penguins' breeding grounds.D)Whales will have to travel long distances to find food.55.What do we learn about the Southern Ocean?A)The king penguins there are reluctant to leave for new breeding grounds.B)Its conservation is key to the sustainable propagation of Antarctic species.C)It is most likely to become the ultimate retreat for species like the king penguins.D) Only a few of its islands can serve as huge breeding grounds for king penguins.Part IV Translation (30 minutes)Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to translate a passage from Chinese into English. You should write your answer on Answer Sheet 2.梅花位居中国十大名花之首,源于中国南方,已有三千多年的栽培和种植历史。
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2019年12月六级真题答案（第一套）Part I WritingProblems such as the violation of privacy and environmental pollution are becoming increasingly prevalent in modern society.To some extent,they can be ascribed to a distinct lack of a sense of social responsibility among enterprises and individuals,which is of crucial importance in building a better world.When seeking profits,socially responsible corporations never forget to make positive contributions to our society.Take Alibaba,a leading tech company in China.The Ant Forest green initiative it launched in2016has so far inspired up to500million Alipay users to adopt low-carbon lifestyles and resulted in over100million trees planted in China’s most barren regions.At the individual level,a sense of social responsibility motivates us college students to acquire as much knowledge as possible and put it into practice.It also prevents us from engaging in unethical behaviors such as campus violence and academic misconduct that cause negative social impacts.To sum up,a healthy society requires all its members to take on their respective responsibilities.Everyone, therefore,should develop a sense of social responsibility,especially we college students who will be a pillar of society in the future.Part II Listening ComprehensionSection A1.D2.C3.B4.A5.A6.D7.D8.BSection B9.C10.A11.A12.B13.A14.C15.DSection C16.D17.C18.C19.D20.A21.B22.B23.C24.A25.BPart III Reading ComprehensionSection A26.G27.J28.E29.A30.L31.B32.O33.C34.D35.NSection B36.G37.C38.H39.D40.B41.E42.J43.F44.I45.ASection C46.A47.D48.B49.B50.B51.C52.A53.D54.B55.CPart IV Translation参考译文The peony,boasting bright colors and an elegant appearance,is a symbol of peace and prosperity and thus recognized as“king of the flowers”in China.Peonies are bred and grown in many parts of the country.Over the centuries，numerous poems and paintings have been created to praise the flower.Peonies were particularly popular during the Tang Dynasty，when they were extensively cultivated in the imperial gardens and praised as the national flower.In the tenth century，the ancient city of Luoyang became the center for peony cultivation，a position it still holds today.Nowadays，thousands of tourists from home and abroad flock to Luoyang for the annual Peony Festival to both admire the unique beauty of the city’s peonies and explore the history of the ancient capital of nine dynasties.2019年12月六级真题答案（第二套）Part I WritingHome should be where people feel secure and comfortable.Maintaining harmony at home is essential for the well-being of an individual,a couple and their offspring,and even the society.But many are being plagued by family discord,a problem that boils down to the lack of a sense of family responsibility.Everyone has certain roles to take on in his or her family.Parents are expected to ensure their children are well-nourished and well-educated,helping them build a strong body and great character.We college students also need to take our responsibility as adult children.Being independent of our parents as early as possible lightens the financial burden on them.Learning to be mature and sensible can prevent us from becoming a constant source of worry to them. Fulfilling our filial duty to the best of our abilities allows them to enjoy life in midlife years,retirement and the twilight years.In brief,a sense of responsibility among family members is a prerequisite for a warm and loving family.Often far away from home,we may start by keeping in contact with our parents,as a means to meet our obligations as part of our family.Part II Listening ComprehensionSection A1.A2.B3.A4.C5.D6.B7.C8.BSection B9.C10.D11.D12.A13.B14.C15.A.Section C16.D17.A18.B19.D20.A21.C22.C23.B24.D25.CPart III Reading ComprehensionSection A26.K27.C28.N29.M30.D31.I32.H33.J34.O35.LSection B36.C37.E38.A39.F40.M41.G42.B43.H44.D45.LSection C46.C47.A48.A49.D50.B51.C52.B53.A54.D55.CPart IV Translation参考译文The plum blossom，the king of China’s top ten famous flowers，originated in southern China and has been cultivated for over3000years.In the depths of winter，colorful plum blossoms bloom vibrantly amidst the wind and snow，unhindered by severe frost.The plum blossom，a symbol of strength，purity and elegance in traditional Chinese culture，motivates people to brave hardship and forge ahead.Since ancient times，many poets and painters have been drawing inspirations from plum blossoms and created countless immortal works.Plum blossoms are also very popular with the general public and often used as home decoration during the Spring Festival.Nanjing has designated the plum blossom as the city flower and holds the Plum Blossom Festival each year，which attracts thousands of people to Plum Blossom Hill to enjoy the full bloom in the snow irrespective of the severe cold2019年12月六级真题答案（第三套）Part I WritingAny community is composed of individuals.Naturally,it matters a great deal to our communities that we have a sense of responsibility towards them.People living in the same area should be considered a group under an obligation to create a comfortable living environment for the whole community.Reaching this goal requires a sense of responsibility among all residents, which encourages them to start with small steps,such as to avoid making excessive noise that disturbs their neighbors. Moreover,a sense of collective responsibility among us students contributes to a warm and friendly atmosphere, where we respect and help each other,as well as a strong communal sense of belonging.It will ultimately be conducive to our academic and moral progress.After we graduate from college and get employed,we will find ourselves in a new community made up of colleagues.A sense of community responsibility,also known as team spirit in the workplace,will be the key to forming a united and cohesive group,where we strive towards a common objective in close cooperation with each other.In conclusion,a sense of community responsibility is worth fostering in that it plays a significant role in living, learning and working.Part II Listening Comprehension(略)Part III Reading ComprehensionSection A26.E27.L28.H29.A30.J31.B32.I33.D34.F35.KSection B36.F37.C38.J39.D40.G41.A42.I43.E44.B45.KSection C46.B47.B48.D49.A50.C51.A52.C53.D54.A55.DPart IV Translation参考译文The lotus flower，one of China’s famous flowers，has been deeply loved by Chinese kes and ponds in many parts of China are suitable for the growth of lotus plants.The lotus flower，which is bright in color，blooms in the early morning and closes at night in summer，with the flowering lasting up to two or three months，attracting visitors from all over the country.The lotus has multiple uses，including purifying water，reducing pollution and improving the environment，as well as greening water surfaces and beautifying gardens.The flower is characterized by its abilities to tolerate intense sun exposure and emerge pure and clean from the murky water，thus symbolizing purity and elegance. So it is often used as a metaphor for a person’s noble character and has been a main subject for poets and painters throughout history.Places with lotus flowers in full bloom are also frequented by many photography enthusiasts.。
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D) They keep themselves busy even after retirement.
11.A) It prevents us from worrying.B) It slows down our aging process.
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Directions: In this section, you will hear two passages. At the end of each passage, youwill hear three or four questions. Both the passage and the questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a question, you must choose the best answer from the four choices marked A), B), C) and D). Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet I with a single line through the center.
13.A) To find how happiness relates to daydreaming.
B) To observe how one 's mind affects one 's behavior.
C) To see why daydreaming impacts what one is doing.
C) Adults ' influence on children.
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2019年12月六级考试参考答案完整版四六级试卷采用多题多卷形式，大家核对答案时，找准具体选项内容，忽略套数。
写作（共三套，忽略套数，只核对内容）第一套：The Importance of Having a Sense of Social ResponsibilityAs we all know, responsibility is one of the most basic qualities. If we give up the responsibility, we are equal to give up the whole world. As far as I am concerned, we should have a high sense of responsibility to become an upright person.How can we cultivate social responsibility? To start with, children should be taught about good moral outlooks, so that when they grow up, they will become law-abiding and responsible citizens. Furthermore, the humanistic education is vital, especially for us university students because we are the future pillars of our country. Last but not least, it is necessary to encourage people to care for others, help others throughall kinds of propaganda, because each individual is closely related to and bears obligations to others.If all the citizens have a sound sense of social responsibility, it is hopeful that the world will enjoy a better future. Therefore, let's take our social responsibility and contribute to our society.第二套：The Importance of Having a Sense of Family ResponsibilityHome is a warm harbor for every family member. It brings us warmth, and gives us strength over the long course of our lives. While enjoying the benefits of the family, everyone should have a sense of family responsibility and contribute to the happiness of the family life.To begin with, as a member of the family, everyone is obliged to take on family responsibilities. Secondly, by taking family responsibilities, the relationship between family members can be strengthened, thus a harmonious family can be created, which can make each family member feel a sense of belonging. A good growing environment will influence one’s psychological development and ultimately one’s personal development. More than that, each person with a good sense of familyresponsibility will develop a good sense of social responsibility, which will do good to our society.To sum up, it is of great importance for everyone to have a sense of family responsibility, not only in that it strengthens family bond, thus do good to one’s personal development, but that it is beneficial to the social development. So, my dear friends, please take an active part in your family responsibilities!第三套：The Importance of Having a Sense of Community ResponsibilityWe all live in community. Community responsibility is an individual's duty or obligation to the community, which includes cooperation, respect and participation. The concept goes beyond thinking and acting as individuals to common beliefs about shared interests. With the development of society and interpersonal communication, it has gradually become a basic requirement for everyone.In my opinion, the sense of community responsibility is equally important to the development of community and the growth of individuals. As a college student, the sense of community responsibility means that we should give priority to the interests of the our schooland class. If everyone takes on our own responsibilities, we can not only make our school better, but also improve our moral standard. As a citizen, we should pay more attention to the collective interests and exercise our obligations as citizens, such as participating in community voting and promoting environmental protection, etc. If everyone contributes our part, everything around us will become better.All in all, all of us should assume our community responsibilities, take the collective interests first and think more about others. Only in this way, will social development be more smooth and the relationship between people become more harmonious.听力（共2套）第一套：Section A: 1-81. D) Features editor.2. C) Answering daily emails.3. B) It is fascinating.4. A) Her persistence.5. A) It is enjoyable.6. D) It is written, directed, edited and produced by Frankie himself.7. D) Download and watch it.8. B) It has been showing for over a decade.Section B: 9-159. C) They need to keep moving to avoid getting hurt.10. A) They do not have many years to live after retirement.11. A) It prevents us from worrying.12. B) It wanders for almost half of their waking time.13. A) To find how happiness relates to daydreaming.14. C) It contributes to their creativity15. D) Daydreamers did better than non-daydreamers in task performance.Section C: 16-2516. D) They are in worsening condition.17. C) They are without foundations.18. C) Timber was abundant in Scandinavia.19. D) Abilities of human babies.20. A) They can distinguish a happy tune from a sad one.21. B) Babies emotions.22. B) It may hinder individual career advancement.23. C) They may find it hard to get their contributions recognized.24. A) They can enlarge their professional circle.25. B) It may prevent making a timely decision.第二套：Section A: 1-81. A) It focuses exclusively on jazz.2. B) Its market has now shrunk.3. A) Its definition is varied and complicated.4. C) Listen to them yourself.5. D) She went to the bank.6. B) Her credit history was considered poor.7. C) Start her own business.8. C) Build up her own finances step by step.Section B: 9-159. C) It is small and unconventional.10. D) Their wish to set a new farming standard.11. D) It loosens soil while seeding.12. A) It has turned certain insects into a new food source.13. B) It was a pleasant surprise.14. C) They contain more protein than conventional meats.15. A) It is environmentally friendly.Section C: 16-2516. D) To see if they are inherent traits affecting learning.17. A) It was defective.18. A) Auditory aids are as important as visual aids.19. D) Not spending enough time on family life and leisure.20. A) People would be working only fifteen hours a week now.21. C) Deterioration of workers’mental health.22. C) It has become something of a joke among Germans.23. B) The city had just been reunified.24. D) Problems of different kinds kept popping up.25. C) Huge maintenance costs accumulate.阅读（共3套）第一套：选词填空When considering risk factors associated with serious chronic diseases开头26-30 GJEAL 31-35 BOCDN26. G) detrimental27. J) indulging28. E) deficits29. A) assessed30. L) rapidly31. B) assigned32. O) similar33. C) consequences34. D) conspicuously35. N) regularly信息匹配Increased Screen Time and Wellbeing Decline in Youth36-45GCHDB EJFIA仔细阅读Passage One—The dangerous thing about lying开头46-50 ADBBB46. A) It shows they have the ability to view complex situations from different angles.47. D) It involves lots of sophisticated mental activity.48. B) When they face too much peer pressure.49. B) When they are under watchful eyes.50. B) They will tell bigger lies.Passage Two—Here is how....开头51-55 CADBC51. C) A massive natural catastrophe52. A) To prepare people for a major earthquake and tsunami53. D) Enormous stress is released54. B) Reducing casualties in the event of a disaster55. C) Its occurrence is just a matter of time第二套：The persistent开头26-35 KCNMD IHJOL26. K) prematurely27. C) determine28. N) synonymous29. M) switching30. D) generated31. I) particles32. H) opting33. J) peak34. O) trend35. L) simply信息匹配How much protein do you really want?36-45 CEAFM GBHDL仔细阅读Passage One—Last year开头（态度的重要性）46-50 CAADB46. C) It determines how we respond to our immediate environment.47. A) Their idols’behaviors.48. A) They may not suggest how a person is going to behave.49. D) They lack willpower.50. B) Starting to act in a way that embodies one’s aspirations.Passage Two——Industrial fishing for krill开头51-55 CBADC51. C) It was carried out too close to the habitats of penguins and whales52. B) To establish conservation areas in the Antarctic region.53. A) Opting to operate away from the suggested conservation areas.54. D) Sustain fishing without damaging the Antarctic ecosystem.55. C) A provider of the needed expertise.第三套：选词填空The number of开头26-30 ELHAJ31-35 BIDFK26. E) circumstances27. L) lonely28. H) consciousness29. A) alleviate30. J) excluded31. B) apparently32. I) desires33. D) associated34. F) competitive35. K) feature信息匹配Why More Farmers Are Switching to Grass-Fed Meat and Dairy36-45 FCJDG AIEBK仔细阅读Passage One—Schools are not just开头46-50 BBDCC46. B) Protect students from social pressures and enable them to face the world.47. B) They widen the gap between privileged and disadvantaged students.48. D) Activities involving all students on campus.49. A) They want their children to participate even though they don’t see much benefit.50. C) Avoiding creating new gaps among students.Passage Two—Rising temperatures and overfishing开头51-55 ACDAD51. A) King penguins in the Antarctic will be on the verge of dying out.52. C) Industrial fishing and climate change in the Antarctic region in recent years.53. D) The majority of them may have to find new breeding grounds in the future.54. A) Many baby king penguins can’t have food in time.55. D) Only a few of its islands can serve as huge breeding grounds for king penguins.翻译（共3套）第一套：The peony, with its rich colors and elegant images, symbolizes peace and prosperity and is known as the "king of flowers" in China. Peony is cultivated in many parts of China. For thousands of years, many poems and paintings have been created in praise of peonies. During the Tang Dynasty, peonies were widely planted in the imperial gardens and known as the national flower, so they were very popular. In the 10th century, the ancient city of Luoyang became a center for peony cultivation and remains so today. Now, tens of thousands of tourists from home and abroad flock to Luoyang for the annual peony festival to admire the unique beauty of the city's peonies and explore the history of the ancient capital of nine dynasties.第二套：Plum blossom, which originated in southern China, has been cultivated for more than 3,000 years, and tops the list of China’s Top 10 famous flowers. In the middle of winter, colorful plum blossoms facing the wind and snow proudly bloom. In traditional Chinese culture, plum blossom symbolizes strength, purity and elegance, inspiring people to overcome hardships and forge ahead. Since ancient times, many poets and painters have drawn inspiration from the plum blossom and createdcountless immortal works. The common people also love plum blossoms, which are often used as home decorations during the Spring Festival. The city of Nanjing has designated the plum blossom as the city flower. Every year, the Plum Blossom Festival is held，when tens of thousands of people brave the bitter cold to walk in the snow and appreciate the plum blossoms on Plum Blossom Mountain.第三套：Lotus is one of the best-known flowers in China which people love deeply. Many lakes and ponds in China are suitable for lotus’growth. Lotus features bright colors, blossoming in the morning and closing in the evening with a long flowering period of two to three months, attracting tourists across the country to appreciate it. Lotus has a variety of functions, which can not only green waters and beautify courtyards but also purify water, reduce pollution and improve environment. Lotus symbolizes purity and elegance and represents people's noble morals as it does not fear the strong sunshine and keeps clean in the mud. Therefore, the flower has become an important creation theme for poets and painters throughout the Chinese history, and the place where the lotus blooms is also frequented by many photography lovers.。
2019年12月六级答案公布(三套完整版)
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作文写作（共三套，忽略套数，只核对内容）第一套：The Importance of Having a Sense of Social ResponsibilityAs we all know, responsibility is one of the most basic qualities. If we give up the responsibility, we are equal to give up the whole world. As far as I am concerned, we should have a high sense of responsibility to become an upright person.How can we cultivate social responsibility? To start with, children should be taught about good moral outlooks, so that when they grow up, they will become law-abiding and responsible citizens. Furthermore, the humanistic education is vital, especially for us university students because we are the future pillars of our country. Last but not least, it is necessary to encourage people to care for others, help others through all kinds of propaganda, because each individual is closely related to and bears obligations to others.If all the citizens have a sound sense of social responsibility, it is hopeful that the world will enjoy a better future. Therefore, let's take our social responsibility and contribute to our society.第二套：The Importance of Having a Sense of Family ResponsibilityHome is a warm harbor for every family member. It brings us warmth, and gives us strength over the long course of our lives. While enjoying the benefits of the family, everyone should have a sense of family responsibility and contribute to the happiness of the family life.To begin with, as a member of the family, everyone is obliged to take on family responsibilities. Secondly, by taking family responsibilities, the relationship between family members can be strengthened, thus a harmonious family can be created, which can make each family member feel a sense of belonging. A good growing environment will influence one’s psychological development and ultimately one’s personal development. More than that, each person with a good sense of family responsibility will develop a good sense of social responsibility, which will do good to our society.To sum up, it is of great importance for everyone to have a sense of family responsibility, not only in that it strengthens family bond, thus do good to one’s personal development, but that it is beneficial to the social development. So, my dear friends, please take an active part in your family responsibilities!第三套：The Importance of Having a Sense of Community ResponsibilityWe all live in community. Community responsibility is an individual's duty or obligation to the community, which includes cooperation, respect and participation. The concept goes beyond thinking and acting as individuals to common beliefs about shared interests. With the development of society and interpersonal communication, it has gradually become a basic requirement for everyone.In my opinion, the sense of community responsibility is equally important to the development of community and the growth of individuals. As a college student, the sense of community responsibility means that we should give priority to the interests of the our school and class. If everyone takes on our own responsibilities, we can not only make our school better, but also improve our moral standard. As a citizen, we should pay more attention to the collective interests and exercise our obligations as citizens, such as participating in community voting and promoting environmental protection, etc. If everyone contributes our part, everything around us will become better.All in all, all of us should assume our community responsibilities, take the collective interests first and think more about others. Only in this way, will social development be more smooth and the relationship between people become more harmonious.听力听力（共2套）第一套：Section A: 1-81.D) Features editor.2.C) Answering daily emails.3.B) It is fascinating.4.A) Her persistence.5.A) It is enjoyable.6.D) It is written, directed, edited and produced by Frankie himself.7.D) Download and watch it.8.B) It has been showing for over a decade.Section B: 9-159.C) They need to keep moving to avoid getting hurt.10.A) They do not have many years to live after retirement.11.A) It prevents us from worrying.12.B) It wanders for almost half of their waking time.13.A) To find how happiness relates to daydreaming.14.C) It contributes to their creativity15.D) Daydreamers did better than non-daydreamers in task performance.Section C: 16-2516.D) They are in worsening condition.17.C) They are without foundations.18.C) Timber was abundant in Scandinavia.19.D) Abilities of human babies.20.A) They can distinguish a happy tune from a sad one.21.B) Babies emotions.22.B) It may hinder individual career advancement.23.C) They may find it hard to get their contributions recognized.24.A) They can enlarge their professional circle.25. B) It may prevent making a timely decision.第二套：Section A: 1-81.A) It focuses exclusively on jazz.2.B) Its market has now shrunk.3.A) Its definition is varied and complicated.4.C) Listen to them yourself.5.D) She went to the bank.6.B) Her credit history was considered poor.7.C) Start her own business.8.C) Build up her own finances step by step.Section B: 9-159.C) It is small and unconventional.10.D) Their wish to set a new farming standard.11.D) It loosens soil while seeding.12.A) It has turned certain insects into a new food source.13.B) It was a pleasant surprise.14.C) They contain more protein than conventional meats.15.A) It is environmentally friendly.Section C: 16-2516.D) To see if they are inherent traits affecting learning.17.A) It was defective.18.A) Auditory aids are as important as visual aids.19.D) Not spending enough time on family life and leisure.20.A) People would be working only fifteen hours a week now.21.C) Deterioration of workers’mental health.22.C) It has become something of a joke among Germans.23.B) The city had just been reunified.24.D) Problems of different kinds kept popping up.25. C) Huge maintenance costs accumulate.阅读阅读（共3套）第一套：选词填空When considering risk factors associated with serious chronic diseases开头26-30 GJEAL31-35 BOCDN26. G) detrimental27. J) indulging28. E) deficits29. A) assessed30. L) rapidly31. B) assigned32. O) similar33. C) consequences34. D) conspicuously35. N) regularly信息匹配Increased Screen Time and Wellbeing Decline in Youth36-45GCHDB EJFIA仔细阅读Passage One—The dangerous thing about lying开头46-50 ADBBB46. A) It shows they have the ability to view complex situations from different angles.47. D) It involves lots of sophisticated mental activity.48. B) When they face too much peer pressure.49. B) When they are under watchful eyes.50. B) They will tell bigger lies.Passage Two—Here is how....开头51-55 CADBC51. C) A massive natural catastrophe52. A) To prepare people for a major earthquake and tsunami53. D) Enormous stress is released54. B) Reducing casualties in the event of a disaster55. C) Its occurrence is just a matter of time第二套：The persistent开头26-35 KCNMD IHJOL26. K) prematurely27. C) determine28. N) synonymous29. M) switching30. D) generated31. I) particles32. H) opting33. J) peak34. O) trend35. L) simply信息匹配How much protein do you really want?36-45 CEAFM GBHDL仔细阅读Passage One—Last year开头（态度的重要性）46-50 CAADB46. C) It determines how we respond to our immediate environment.47. A) Their idols’behaviors.48. A) They may not suggest how a person is going to behave.49. D) They lack willpower.50. B) Starting to act in a way that embodies one’s aspirations. Passage Two——Industrial fishing for krill开头51-55 CBADC51. C) It was carried out too close to the habitats of penguins and whales52. B) To establish conservation areas in the Antarctic region.53. A) Opting to operate away from the suggested conservation areas.54. D) Sustain fishing without damaging the Antarctic ecosystem.55. C) A provider of the needed expertise.第三套：选词填空The number of开头26-30 ELHAJ31-35 BIDFK26. E) circumstances27. L) lonely28. H) consciousness29. A) alleviate30. J) excluded31. B) apparently32. I) desires33. D) associated34. F) competitive35. K) feature信息匹配Why More Farmers Are Switching to Grass-Fed Meat and Dairy36-45 FCJDG AIEBK仔细阅读Passage One—Schools are not just开头46-50 BBDCC46. B) Protect students from social pressures and enable them to face the world.47. B) They widen the gap between privileged and disadvantaged students.48. D) Activities involving all students on campus.49. A) They want their children to participate even though they don’t see much benefit.50. C) Avoiding creating new gaps among students.Passage Two—Rising temperatures and overfishing开头51-55 ACDAD51. A) King penguins in the Antarctic will be on the verge of dying out.52. C) Industrial fishing and climate change in the Antarctic region in recent years.53. D) The majority of them may have to find new breeding grounds in the future.54. A) Many baby king penguins can’t have food in time.55. D) Only a few of its islands can serve as huge breeding grounds for king penguins.翻译翻译（共3套）第一套：The peony, with its rich colors and elegant images, symbolizes peace and prosperity and is known as the "king of flowers" in China. Peony is cultivated in many parts of China. For thousands of years, many poems and paintings have been created in praise of peonies. During the Tang Dynasty, peonies were widely planted in the imperial gardens and known as the national flower, so they were very popular. In the 10th century, the ancient city of Luoyang became a center for peony cultivation and remains so today. Now, tens of thousands of tourists from home and abroad flock to Luoyang for the annual peony festival to admire the unique beauty of the city's peonies and explore the history of the ancient capital of nine dynasties.第二套：Plum blossom, which originated in southern China, has been cultivated for more than 3,000 years, and tops the list of China’s Top 10 famous flowers. In the middle of winter, colorful plum blossoms facing the wind and snow proudly bloom. In traditional Chinese culture, plum blossom symbolizes strength, purity and elegance, inspiring people to overcome hardships and forge ahead. Since ancient times, many poets and painters have drawn inspiration from the plum blossom and created countless immortal works. The common people also love plum blossoms, which are often used as home decorations during the Spring Festival. The city of Nanjing hasdesignated the plum blossom as the city flower. Every year, the Plum Blossom Festival is held，when tens of thousands of people brave the bitter cold to walk in the snow and appreciate the plum blossoms on Plum Blossom Mountain.第三套：Lotus is one of the best-known flowers in China which people love deeply. Many lakes and ponds in China are suitable for lotus’growth. Lotus features bright colors, blossoming in the morning and closing in the evening with a long flowering period of two to three months, attracting tourists across the country to appreciate it. Lotus has a variety of functions, which can not only green waters and beautify courtyards but also purify water, reduce pollution and improve environment. Lotus symbolizes purity and elegance and represents people's noble morals as it does not fear the strong sunshine and keeps clean in the mud. Therefore, the flower has become an important creation theme for poets and painters throughout the Chinese history, and the place where the lotus blooms is also frequented by many photography lovers.。
2019年12月英语六级真题及答案完整版(第一套)
2019年12月大学英语六级考试真题及答案（第一套）Part ⅠWriting (30 minutes) Directions:For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write an essay on the importance of having a sense of community responsibility. You should write at least 150 words but no more than 200 words.【参考范文】There is no doubt that community responsibility plays an indispensable role in personal development, for instance, in the workplace.There are several factors accounting for this perspective and the following are the most typical ones. First and foremost, a strong sense of community responsibility is helpful to develop harmonious interpersonal relationships. As we all know, we are very likely to spend more time with our colleagues than our families after entering the workplace. Therefore, the sound working atmosphere and interpersonal relationships among employees are crucial to both physical and mental pleasure. In addition, community responsibility can improve efficiency. In the fast-paced modern society, time is money and efficiency holds the key to saving time. As the saying goes, two heads are better than one. So great importance should be attached to the cultivation of the sense of community responsibility and we will eventually benefit from it.From what has been mentioned above, we can come to the conclusion that the sense of community responsibility is a kind of good personal quality, which deserves our attention.【参考译文】毫无疑问，集体责任在个人发展中起着不可或缺的作用，例如在工作场所。
19年12月大学英语六级考试真题1答案
19年12月大学英语六级考试真题1答案答案同遍原文(第一套)1. B) surprising2. A) separation3. C) crucial4. A) chance5. B) chiefly6. C) extended7. D) late8. A) events9. D) wrong10. B) illustrate11. D) searching12. C) area13. A) wholly14. C) replacing15. B) confront16. D) arrested17. A) trace18. C) principle19. B) adopt20. A) impact21. D) points22. C) signify23. B) suspicion24. D) exclusively25. A) obligatory26. C) productive27. D) target28. B) revolves29. C) revolution30. B) utilizedSection A31. B) Two major events happened32. D) The Geneva Convention's 70th anniversary33. A) FIFA president refused to change the venue34. C) There has been little real progress35. C) Qatar's treatment of migrant workers36. B) transparency and fairness37. A) a group of leading human rights organizations38. D) lack of implementation39. B) its hopes for success40. D) exhort the world to actSection B41. G) We are inclined to think of manners42. F) What is regarded as bad manners43. C) the often unconscious effect of good manners44. H) the outward expression of one's character45. D) subtle differences in meaning or significance46. A) the fundamental factor of interaction47. E) They greatly contribute to individuals' success短文改错The other day, I came across a harmonica music competition organized by a non-profit organization of people who loves harmonica music. They wanted to popular harmonica music among young people and encourage them to take part in their events. Being going to play the harmonica is a new way for me to express my emotions, I decided to participate. Despite I didn't win any prize, I enjoyed myself very much and met a lot of people with the same interest of me. I will definitely join in the next competition as well as I believe it is a good opportunity to improve my skill and make more friends.完形填空56. B) conclusion57. C) even58. A) popular59. D) evaluate60. B) encouraged61. A) partially62. D) items63. C) equally64. B) occurred65. C) concerning66. A) recover67. D) potentially68. A) benefit69. B) draw70. C) identifies听力听力原文Text 1M: What a great movie! I can't wait to see how it ends. I think the actor is going to turn out to be the hero.W: Actually, I heard that the director is known for making unpredictable endings. So, I'm not so sure.Question: What does the woman imply about the movie?Text 2W: It seems like there are fewer insects around here these days. There used to be so many flying around the grass every time I came to the park.M: Yeah, I've heard that the insect populations are shrinking in many places. Some people think it's the result of pesticide use.Question: What are the speakers talking about?Text 3W: Excuse me, sir. Could you recommend a good restaurant nearby?M: Sure. There's a Chinese place just around the corner. The food there is excellent and the service is fast.Question: What does the man imply about the Chinese restaurant?Text 4M: I saw the new accounting books on your desk. Are you focusing on the company's financials these days?W: Yes, I realized that our expenses are higher than expected, so I'm trying to find out where the extra costs are coming from.Question: What is the woman trying to do?W: The graduation ceremony is coming up soon. Do you need me to pick you up on the day?M: Thanks for the offer, but I'll be driving to the ceremony with my parents. They're excited to see me graduate.Question: What does the man plan to do on the day of the graduation ceremony?Text 6M: Have you heard about the art exhibit at the museum? They're showcasing some of Picasso's lesser-known works.W: Oh, that sounds interesting. I've always been a fan of his art.Question: What does the woman think about the art exhibit?Text 7W: Do you want to join the hiking trip I'm planning for next weekend? We're going to explore some nearby trails.M: Sounds great, but I have a project due on Monday. Maybe next time.Question: What does the man suggest?M: Did you remember to book a table for dinner tonight? I heard that the restaurant gets really busy on weekends.W: No, I haven't had a chance yet. Would you mind if we try a new place tonight?Question: What does the woman suggest they do for dinner?Text 9M: The weather forecast says there's going to be heavy rain tomorrow. Do you think we should postpone our outdoor picnic?W: I agree. It wouldn't be much fun sitting outside in the rain.Question: What does the woman think about having a picnic tomorrow?Text 10W: I can't find my keys anywhere. I've looked in all the usual places but they're not there.M: Did you check your jacket pocket?Question: What does the man suggest the woman do?阅读Passage OneSince the Mexican government declared war on the drug cartels in 2006, the country has been hit by an apparently endless cycle of violence. Last year, a record 33,000 people were killed there. Even more shocking is that more civilians died there last year than in Iraq, which is war-torn. This major criminal activity has arisen because of Mexico's geographic location—it is situated between drug-producing countries in South America and the world's largest drug consumer, the United States. Even if the Mexican government could reduce the level of violence there, it would still face the challenge of establishing a rule of law and a more stable economic base.Passage TwoIt's hard to avoid the conclusion that terrorists' biggest weapon isn't the threat of violence but the ability to sow fear in the minds of the public. Individuals and groups who hold extremist political views or religious beliefs could launch random attacks at any time, making society more fearful of threats and decreasing people's trust in each other and the government's ability to protect them. While attacks by terrorists have led to the deaths of many people, societies' reaction to fear can sometimes cause more damage than the initial attacks themselves.Psychologists have studied the terror of terrorist threats and have found that even those not directly threatened by violence suffer from fear and decreased trust in society.Passage ThreeApril 26 will be the 27th anniversary since the worst nuclear disaster occurred in Chernobyl, Ukraine. Despite the large scale of the disaster and its radiation, there have been far fewer deaths as a result than originally expected. But while relatively few people have died directly because of the radiation, the accident's lasting effects on mental health have been significant. Many people who lived in the area at the time of the disaster suffer from mental health problems such as depression, anxiety, and PTSD. Survivors also face discrimination, in both their medical care and their job opportunities.词汇填空Last week, my sister returned from her long trip abroad and brought back a lot of souvenirs for us. Among these, she gave me a beautiful________(31) depicting a famous landmark in the country she visited. On the back, she had written a heartfelt message, in which she________(32) how much she had enjoyed her time there. It was a very moving gesture and I could tell that she had put a lot of________(33) into choosing the perfect gift forme. She also gave me a book of________(34) stamps, as she knows I enjoy collecting them. It was a really thoughtful gift and I was surprised by how________(35) she knew me. I feel so lucky to have such a thoughtful sister, who always goes out of her way to make me feel special.。
2019年12月大学英语六级考试真题与答案 一
2019 年 12 月大学英语六级考试CET6 真题与答案解析（卷一）Part I Writing (30 minutes)Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write an essay on the importance of having a sense of social responsibility. You should write at least 150 words but no more than 200 words.PartⅡListening comprehension(30minutes)Section ADirections: In this section, you will hear two long conversations. At the end of each conversation, you will hear four questions. Both the conversation and the questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a question, you must choose the best answer from the four choices marked A),B),C) and D). Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 1 with a single line through the centre.Questions 1 to 4 are based on the conversation you have just heard.1. A) It focuses exclusively on jazz.B) It sponsors major jazz concerts.C) It has several branches in LondonD) It displays albums by new music talents.2. A) It originated with cowboys.B) Its market has now shrunk.C) Its listeners are mostly young people.D) It remains as widespread as hiphop music.3. A) Its definition is varied and complicated.B) It is still going through experimentation.C) It is frequently accompanied by singing.D) Its style has remained largely unchanged.4. A) Learn to play them.B) Take music lessons.C) Listen to them yourself.D) Consul jazz musicians.Questions 5 to 8 are based on the conversation you have just heard.5. A) She paid her mortgage.B) She called on the man.C) She made a business plan.D) She went to the bank.6. A)Her previous debt hadn't been cleared yet.B) Her credit history was considered poor.C)She had apparently asked for too much.D)She didn't pay her mortgage in time.7. A)Pay a debt long overdue.B) Buy apiece of property.C)Start her own business.D) Check her credit history.8. A) Seek advice from an expert about fundraising.B) Ask for smaller loans from different lenders.C) Buildup her own finances step by step.D) Revise her business proposal carefully.Section BDirections: In this section, you will hear two passages. At the end of each passage, you will hear three or four questions. Both the passage and the questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a question, you must choose the best answer from the four choices marked A),B),C) and D). Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 1 with a single line through the centre.Questions 9 to 11 are based on the passage you have just heard.9. A)It is profitable and environmentally friendly.B) It is well located and completely automated.C) It is small and unconventional.D) It is fertile and productive.10. A) Their urge to make farming more enjoyable.B) Their desire to farming equipment.C) Their hope to revitalize traditional farming.D) Their wish to set a new farming standard.11. A) It saves a lot of electricity.B) It needs little maintenance.C) It causes hardly any pollution.D) It loosens soil while weeding.Questions 12 to 15 are based on the passage you have just heard.12. A) It has turned certain insects into a new food source.B) It has started on expanding business outside the UK.C)It has imported some exotic foods from overseas.D)It has joined hands with Sainsbur y’s to sell pet insects.13. A) It was really unforgettable.B) It was a pleasant surprise.C) It hurt his throat slightly.D) It made him feel strange.14. A)They are more tasty than beef, chicken or pork.B) They are more nutritious than conventional meats.D) They will soon gain popularity throughout the world.15. A)It is environmentally friendly.B)It is a promising industry.C) It requires new technology.D)It saves huge amounts of labour.Section CDirections: In this section,you will hear three recordings of lectures or talks followed by three or four questions. The recordings will be played only once, you must choose the best answer from the four choices marked A),B),C) and D). Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 1 with a single line through the centre.Questions 16 to 18 are based on the recording you have just heard.16. A)To categorize different types of learners.B) To find out what students prefer to learn.C)To understand the mechanism of the human brain.D)To see if they are inherent traits affecting learning.17. A) It was defective.B)It was misguided.C)It was original in design.D)It was thought-provoking.18. A)Auditory aids are as important as visual aids.B) Visual aids are helpful to all types of learners.C)Reading plaintexts is more effective than viewing pictures.D)Scientific concepts are hard to understand without visual aids.Questions 19 to 21 are based on the recording you have just heard.19. A)Not playing a role in a workplace revolution.B) Not benefiting from free-market capitalism.C) Not earning enough money to provide for the family.D)Not spending enough time on family life and leisure.20. A) People would be working only fifteen hours a week now.B) The balance of power in the workplace would change.C) Technological advances would create many new jobs.D) Most workers could afford to have house of their own.21. A) Loss of workers’personal dignity.B) Deprivation of workers’creativity.C) Deterioration of workers'mental health.D)Unequal distribution of working hours.Questions 22 to 25 are based on the recording you have just heard.22. A)It is the worst managed airport in German history.B) It is now the biggest and busiest airport in Europe.C) It has become something of a joke among Germans.D)It has become atypical symbol of German efficiency.23. A) The city’s airpo rts are outdated.B)The city had just been reunified.C)The city wanted to boost its economy.D) The city wanted to attract more tourists.24. A)The municipal government kept changing hands.B)The construction firm breached the contract.C)Shortage of funding delayed is construction.D)Problems of different kinds kept popping up.25 A) Tourism industry in Berlin suffers.B) All kinds of equipment gets rusted.C)Huge maintenance costs accumulate.D)Complaints by local residents increase.Part Ⅲ Reading Comprehension (40 minutes)Section ADirections: In this section, there is a passage with ten blanks. You are required to select one word for each blank from a list of choices given in a word bank following the passage. Read the passage through carefully before making your choices. Each choice in the bank is identified by a letter. Please mark the corresponding letter for each item on Answer Sheet 2 with a single line through the centre. You may not use any of the words in the bank more than once.The number of devices you can talk to is multiplying—first it was your phone, then your car, and now you can tell your kitchen appliance what to do. But even without gadgets that understand our spoken commands, research suggests that, as bizarre as it sounds, under certain26 , people regularly ascribe human traits to everyday objects.Sometimes we see things as human because we are 27 . In one experiment, people who reported feeling isolated were more likely than others to attribute 28 to various gadgets. In turn, feeling close to objects can 29 loneliness. When college students were reminded of a time they had been 30 in a social setting, they compensated by exaggerating their number of friends—unless they were first given tasks that caused them to interact with their phone as if it had human qualities. According to the researcher phones, the participants’phones 31 substituted for real friends.At other times, we personify products in an effort to understand them. One study found that three in four respondents yelled at their computer. Further, the more their computer gave them problems, the more likely the respondents were to report that it had its own“beliefs and 32 ”. So how do people assign traits to an object? In part, werely on looks. On humans, wide faces are 33 with dominance. Similarly, people rated cars, clocks, and watches with wide faces as more dominant-looking than narrow-faced ones, and preferred them —e specially in 34 situations. An analysis of car sales in Germany found that cars with grilles( 护栅) that upturned like smiles sold bes t. The purchasers saw this 35 as increasing a cars’friendliness.A) alleviate I) desiresB) apparently J) excludedC) arrogant K) featureD) associated L) lonelyE) circumstances M) separateF) competitive N) spectacularlyG) conceded O) warrantH) consciousnessSection BDirections: In this section, you are going to read a passage with ten statements attached to it. Each statement contains information given in one of the paragraphs. Identify the paragraph from which the information is derived. You may choose a paragraph more than once. Eachparagraph is marked with a letter. Answer the questions by marking the corresponding letter for each item on Answer Sheet 2.[A] Though he didn't come from a farming family, from a young age Tim Joseph was fascinated by the idea of living off the land. Reading magazines like the Stockman Grass Farmer and Graze, he got hooked on the idea of grass-fed agriculture. The idea that all energy and wealth comes from the sun really intrigued him. He thought the shorter the distance between the sun and the end product, the higher the profit to the farmer.[B] Joseph wanted to put this theory to the test. In 2009, he and his wife Laura launched Maple Hill Creamery, an organic, all grass-fed yogurt company in northern New York. He quickly learned what the market has demonstrated: Demand for grass-fed products currently exceeds supply. Grass-fed beef is enjoying a 25-30% annual growth rate. Sales of grass-fed yogurt and kefir(发酵乳饮品), on the other hand, have in the last year increased by over 38%. This is comparison with a drop of just under 1% in the total yogurt and kefir market, according to natural and organic market research company SPINS. Joseph's top priority became getting his hands on enough grass-fed milk to keep customers satisfied, since his own 64-cow herd wasn’t going to suffice.[C] His first partnership was with Paul and Phyllis Amburgh, owners of the Dharma Lea farm in New York. The Amburghs, too, were true believers in grass-fed. In addition to supplying milk from their own 85-head herd, they began to help other farmers in the area convert from conventional to certified organic and grass-fed in order to enter the Maple Hill supply chain. Since 2010, the couple has helped 125 small dairy farms convert to grass-fed, with more than 80% of those farms coming onboard during the last two years.[D] All this conversion has helped Maple Hill grow 40 -50% every year since it began, with no end in sight, Joseph has learned that a farmer has to have a certain mindset to successfully convert. But convincing open-minded dairy people is actually not that hard, when you look at the economics. Grass-fed milk can fetch up to 2.5 times the price of conventional milk. Another factor is the squeeze that conventional dairy fanners have felt as the price of grain they feed their cows has gone up, tightening their profit margins. By replacing expensive grain feed with regenerative management practices, grass-fed farmers are insulated from jumps in the price of feed. These practices include grazing animals on grasses grown from the pastureland' s naturalseed bank, and fertilized by the cows' own fertilizer.[E] Champions of this type of regenerative grazing also point to its animal welfare, climate and health benefits: Grass-fed animals live longer out of confinement. Grazing herds stimulate microbial(微生物的) activity in the soil, helping to capture water and separate carbon. And grass-fed dairy and meat have been shown to be higher in certain nutrients and healthy fats. (F] In the grass-fed system, farmers are also not subject to the wildly fluctuating milk prices of the international commodity market. The unpredictability of global demand and the lag -time it takes to add more cows to a herd to meet demand can result in events like the recent cheese surplus. Going grass-fed is a safe refuge, away for family-scale farms to stay viable. Usually a farmer will get to the point where financially, what they’re doing is not working. That's when they call Maple Hill. If the farm is well managed and has enough land, and the desire to convert is sincere, a relationship can begin. Through regular regional educational meetings, a large annual meeting, individual farm visits and thousands of phone calls, the Amburghs pass on the principles of pasture management. Maple Hill signs a contract pledging to buy the farmer’s milk at a guaranteed base price, plus quality premiums and incentives for higher protein, butter-fat and other solids.[G] While Maple Hill's conversion program is unusually hands-on and comprehensive, it's just one of a growing number of businesses committed to slowly changing the way America farms. Joseph calls sharing his knowledge network through peer-to-peer learning a core piece of the company’s culture. Last summer, Massachusetts grass-fed beef advocate John Smith launched Big Picture Beef, a network of small grass-fed beef farms in New England and New York that is projected to bring to market 2,500 head of cattle from 125 producers this year. Early indications are that Smith will have no shortage of farm members. Since he began to informally announce the network at farming conferences and on social media, he's received a steady stream of inquiries from interested farmers.[H] Smith says he'll provide services ranging from formal seminars to on-farm workshops on holistic(整体的）management to one-on-one hand-holding and an almost 24/7 phone hotline for farmers who are converting. In exchange, he guarantees an above -market price for each animal and a calf-to-customer electronic ear tag ID system like that used in the European Union.[I] Though advocates portray grass-fed products as a win-win situation for all, they do havedownsides. Price, for one, is an issue. Joseph says his products are priced 10-20% above organic versions, but depending on the product chosen, compared to non-organic conventional yogurt, consumers could pay a premium of 30-50% or more for grass-fed. As for the meat, Smith says his grass-fed hamburger will be priced 20-25% over the conventional alternative. But a look at the prices on online grocer Fresh Direct suggests a grass-fed premium of anywhere from 35 -60%.[J] And not every farmer has the option of going grass -fed. For both beef and dairy production, it requires, at least in the beginning, more pastureland. Grass-fed beef production tends to be more labor-intensive as well. But Smith counters that if you factor in the hidden cost of government corn subsidies, environment degradation, and decreased human health and animal welfare, grass-fed is the more cost-effective model. “The sun provides the lowest cost of production and the cheapest meat,”he says.[K] Another grass-fed booster spurring farmers to convert is EPIC, which makes meat-based protein bars. Founders Taylor Collins and his wife, Katie Forrest, used to be endurance athletes; now they’re advocates of grass-fed meat. Soon after launching EPIC' s most successful product-the Bison Bacon Cranberry Bar-Collins and Forrest found they’d exhausted their sources for bison(北美野牛） raised exclusively on pasture. When they started researching the supply chain, they learned that only 2-3% of all bison is actually grass-fed. The rest is feed-lot confined and fed grain and corn.[L] But after General Mills bought EPIC in 2016, Collins and Forrest suddenly had the resources they needed to expand their supply chain. So the company teamed up with Wisconsin-based rancher Northstar Bison. EPIC fronted the money for the purchase of $2.5 million worth of young bison that will be raised according to its grass-fed protocols, with a guaranteed purchase price. The message to young people who might not otherwise be able to afford to break into the business is,“You can purchase this $3 million piece of land here, because I’m guaranteeing you today you'll have 1,000 bison on it. We're bringing new blood into the old, conventional farming ecosystem, which is really cool to see,”Co llins explains. 36. Farmers going grass-fed are not affected by the ever-changing milk prices of the global market.37. Over the years, Tim Joseph’s partners have helped many dairy farmers to switch tograss-fed.38. One advocate believes that many other benefits should betaken into consideration when we assess the cost-effectiveness of grass-fed farming.39. Many dairy farmers were persuaded to switch to grass-fed when they saw its advantage in terms of profits.40. Tim Joseph’s grass-fed program is only one example of how American farming practice is changing.41. Tim Joseph was fascinated by the notion that sunlight brings energy and wealth to mankind.42. One problem with grass-fed products is that they are usually more expensive than conventional ones.43. Grass-fed products have proved to be healthier and more nutritious.44. When Tim Joseph started his business, he found grass -fed products fell short of demand.45. A snack bar producer discovered that the supply of purely grass -fed bison meat was scarce. Section CDirections: There are 2 passages in this section. Each passage is followed by some questions or unfinished statements. For each of them there are four choices marked A),B),C) and D).You should decide on the best choice and mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 2 with asingle line through the centre.Passage OneQuestions 46 to 50 are based on the following passage.Schools are not just a microcosm(缩影) of society; they mediate it too. The best seek to alleviate the external pressures on their pupils while equipping them better to understand and handle the world outside —at once sheltering them and broadening their horizons. This is ambitious in any circumstances, and in a divided and unequal society the two ideals can clash outright(直接地).Trips that many adults would consider the adventure of a lifetime-treks in Borneo, a sports tour to Barbados —appear to have become almost routine at some state schools. Parents arebeing asked for thousands of pounds. Though schools cannot profit from these trips, the companies that arrange them do. Meanwhile, pupils arrive at school hungry because theirfamilies can't afford breakfast. The Child Poverty Action Group says nine out of 30 in every classroom fall below the poverty line. The discrepancy is startlingly apparent. Introducing a fundraising requirement for students does not help, as better -off children can tap up richer aunts and neighbours.Probing the rockpools of a local beach or practising French on a language exchange can fire children's passions, boost their skills and open their eyes to life's possibilities. Educational outings help bright but disadvantaged students to get better scores in A-level tests. In this globalised age, there is a good case for international travel, and some parents say they can manage the cost of a school trip abroad more easily than a family holiday. Even in the face of immense and mounting financial pressures, some schools have shown remarkable determination and ingenuity in ensuring that all their pupils are able to take up opportunities that may be truly life-changing. They should be applauded. Methods such as whole-school fundraising, with the proceeds( 收益) pooled, can help to extend opportunities and fuel community spirit.But £3,000 trips cannot be justified when the average income for families with children is just over £30,000. Such initiatives close doors for many pupils. Some parents pull their children out of school because of expensive field trips. Even parents who can see that a trip is little more than a party or celebration may well feel guilt that their child is left behind.The Department for Education’s guidance says schools can charge only for board and lodging if the trip is part of the syllabus, and that students receiving government aid are exempt from these costs. However, many schools seem to ignore the advice: and it does not cover the kind of glamorous, exotic trips, which are becoming increasingly common. Schools cannot be expected to bring together communities single-handed. But the least we should expect is that they do not foster divisions and exclude those who are already disadvantaged.46. What does the author say best schools should do?A) Prepare students to both challenge and change the divided unequal society.B) Protect students from social pressures and enable them to face the world.C) Motivate students to develop their physical as well as intellectual abilities.D) Encourage students to be ambitious and help them to achieve their goals.47. What does the author think about school field trips?A) They enable students from different backgrounds to mix with each other.B) They widen the gap between privileged and disadvantaged students.C) They give the disadvantaged students a chance to see the world.D) They only benefit students with rich relatives and neighbours.48. What does the author suggest can help build community spirit?A) Events aiming to improve community services.B) Activities that help to fuel students'ingenuity.C) Events that require mutual understanding.D) Activities involving all students on campus.49. What do we learn about low-income parents regarding school field trips?A) They want their children to participate eventhough they don't see much benefit.B) They don't want their kids to participate but find it hard to keep them from going.C) They don't want their kids to miss any chance to broaden their horizons despite the cost.D) They want their children to experience adventures but they don't want them to run risks.50. What is the author's expectation of schools?A) Bringing a community together with ingenuity.B) Resolving the existing discrepancies in society.C) Avoiding creating new gaps among students.D) Giving poor students preferential treatment.Passage TwoQuestions 51 to 55 are based on the following passage.Rising temperatures and overfishing in the pristine(未受污染的)waters around the Antarctic could seeKing penguin populations pushed to the brink of extinction by the end of the century, according to a new study. The study's report states that as global warming transforms the environment in the world's last great wilderness, 70 percent of king penguins could either disappear or be forced to find new breeding grounds.Co-author Céline Le Bohec, from the University of Strasbourg in France, warned: “If there're no actions aimed at halting or controlling global warming, and the pace of the current human-induced changes such as climate change and overfishing stays the same, the species may soon disappear.” The findings come amid growing concern over the future of the Antarctic.Earlier this month a separate study found that a combination of climate change and industrial fishing is threatening the krill( 磷虾) population in Antarctic waters, with a potentially disastrous impact on whales, seals and penguins. But today's report is the starkest warning yet of the potentially devastating impact of climate change and human exploitation on the Antarctic's delicate ecosystems.Le Bohec said: "Unless current greenhouse gas emissions drop, 70 percent of king penguins—1.1 million breeding pairs-will be forced to relocate their breeding grounds, or face extinction by 2100." King penguins are the second-largest type of penguin and only breed on specific isolated islands in the Southern Ocean where there is no ice cover and easy access to the sea. As the ocean warms, a body of water called the Antarctic Polar Front-an upward movement of nutrient-rich sea that supports a huge abundance of marine life—is being pushed further south. This means that king penguins, which feed on fish and krill in this body of water, have to travel further to their feeding grounds, leaving their hungry chicks for longer. And as this distance between their breeding grounds and their food grows, entire colonies could be wiped out.Le Bohec said: “The p light of the king penguin should serve as a warning about the future of entire marine environment in the Antarctic. Penguins, like other seabirds and marine mammals, occupy higher levels in the food chain and they are what we call bio-indicators of their ecosystems." Penguins are sensitive indicators of changes in marine ecosystems. As such, they are key species for understanding and predicting impacts of global change on Antarctic and sub-Antarctic marine ecosystems. The report found that although some king penguins may be able to relocate to new breeding grounds closer to their retreating food source, suitable new habitats would be scarce. Only a handful of islands in the Southern Ocean are suitable for sustaining large breeding colonies.51. What will happen by 2100, according to a new study?A) King penguins in the Antarctic will be on the verge of dying out.B) Sea water will rise to a much higher level around the Antarctic.C) The melting ice cover will destroy the great Antarctic wilderness.D) The pristine waters around the Antarctic will disappear forever.52. What do we learn from the findings of a separate study?A) Shrinking krill population and rising temperatures could force Antarctic whales to migrate.B) Human activities have accelerated climate change in the Antarctic region in recent years.C) Industrial fishing and climate change could be fatal to certain Antarctic species.D) Krill fishing in the Antarctic has worsened the pollution of the pristine waters.53. What does the passage say about king penguins?A) They will turn out to be the second-largest species of birds to become extinct.B) Many of them will have to migrate to isolated islands in the Southern Ocean.C) They feed primarily on only a few kinds of krill in the Antarctic Polar FrontD) The majority of them may have to find new breeding grounds in the future.54. What happens when sea levels rise in the Antarctic?A) Many baby king penguins can't have food in time.B) Many king penguins could no longer live on krill.C) Whales will invade king penguins'breeding grounds.D) Whales will have to travel long distances to find food.55. What do we learn about the Southern Ocean?A) The king penguins there are reluctant to leave for new breeding grounds.B) Its conservation is key to the sustainable propagation of Antarctic species.C) It is most likely to become the ultimate retreat for species like the king penguins.D) Only a few of its islands can serve as huge breeding grounds for king penguins.Part IV Translation (30 minutes)Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to translate a passage from Chinese into English. You should write your answer on Answer Sheet 2.梅花位居中国十大名花之首 ,源于中国南方, 已有三千多年的栽培和种植历史。
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2019年12月六级答案第一部分：听力部分答案A)She approves of the change.B)The man’s car broke down.C)The man should stay and finish the job.B)The man can take his car to the man’s garage.A)He will go and have a look at the new model.B)She has just recovered from an illness.C)The woman’s future plans are uncertain.A)They both want to eat somewhere else.B)He should attend the meeting.C)She is not sure about the deadline.B)The woman can use the man’s laptop.A)Read the announcement again.C)It was unclear in the beginning.B)The man shouldn’t worry about it.A)The job prospect for the woman is promising.第二部分：阅读部分答案A)The characteristics of autism.B)They are more accurate than previous studies.D)Some symptoms associated with autism.C)The likelihood of having autistic traits.D)How individuals relate to the test’s questions.A)They have become harder to communicatewith.C)Efficient communication between men andwomen.D)Consideration for women’s communicationstyle.B)Use gestures to engage in conversation.C)Engaging in friendly conversation with women.D)Personality traits of different people.C)Extroverted people tend to agree more.B)Their social media influence.A)Their unique skills and interests.D)They typically have high self-confidence.第三部分：完形填空部分答案B)concreteC)variedA)whoseD)effectiveB)impactD)howeverA)monumentalC)essentialB)audienceD)earnedC)responsibilitiesB)GlobalA)expandedD)perceptionC)current第四部分：写作部分答案本部分为写作部分，答案因涉及主观性较强，无法提供标准答案。
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2019年12月英语六级考试真题及答案一、听力真题及答案Section ALong Conversation 1Man: Today our guest is Rosie Melinda (Q1) who works as a features editor for Fashion magazine.Hi Rosie, you're a features editor at one of the most widely read women's magazines in the . What kind of responsibilities does that job entailWoman: We spend our days looking at ideas from journalists, writing copy for the magazine and website and editing. We do random things like asking people in the street questions and testing sports clothing. We also do less tangible things like understanding what our readers want. It's certainly varied and sometimes bizarre.Man: During your working day what kind of work might you typically do Woman: My day mainly incorporates responding to emails (Q2), writing and editing stories and coming up with new feature ideas.：Man: How does the job of features editor differ from that of fashion editor or other editorial positionsWoman: The feature's team deals with articles such as careers, reports, confidence and confessions. Everything except to fashion and beauty. Man: A lot of people believe that working at a magazine is a glamorous job (Q3). Is this an accurate representation of what you doWoman: I'd say it's glamorous to an extent, but not in the way it's portrayed in films. We do have our moments such as interviewing celebrities and attending parties which is a huge thrill. Ultimately though, we're the same as our readers. But working in a job we're all very lucky to have.Man: Did you have to overcome any difficulties to reach this point in your career How did you manage to do thisWoman: I had to be really persistent and it was very hard work. After three years of working in a petrol station and doing unpaid work I still hadn't managed to get an entry level job. I was lucky that my last desperate attempt led to a job(Q4). I told myself that all experiences make you a better journalist in the long run and luckily, I was right.访谈节目中采访了一位时尚杂志的特辑编辑，她聊到自己的工作，以及如何成为这样一位编辑。
Questions one to four based on the conversation you have just heard.、Q1: What is the woman's professionA) Magazine reporter.B) Fashion designer.C) Website designer.D) Features editor.Q2: What is one of the woman's main responsibilitiesA) Designing sports clothing.B) Consulting fashion experts.<C) Answering daily emails.D) Interviewing job-seekers.Q3: What do many people think about the woman's jobA) It is challenging.B)It is fascinating.C) It is tiresome.D) It is fashionable.Q4: What helped the woman to get her current position-A) Her persistence.B) Her experience.C) Her competence.D) Her confidence.Long Conversation 2:Woman: Are you watching any good shows these daysMan: Actually, yes. I'm watching a great satire (Q5)called Frankie.I think you'd like it.Woman: Really What's it about、Man: It's about a real guy named Frankie. He is a famous comedian in New York and shows a mixture of comedy and drama loosely depicting his life. Woman: I'm sorry, do you mean to say, it's a real-life series about a real person It's non-fiction, isn't itMan: No … Not really, no. It's fiction, as what happens in every episode is made up. However the lead role is a comedian by the name of Frankie, and he plays himself. So Frankie in both real life and in the TV show lives in New York City, is a comic, is divorced, and has two little daughters. All those things are true, but aside from him, all his friends and family are played by actors. And the plots and the events that take place are also invented.Woman: Oh, I think I see now. That sounds like a very original concept. Man: Yes, it is. In fact, (Q6) the whole show is written, directed, edited and produced by him,and (Q5)is very funny and has won many awards. Woman: That's cool. I will try to download it. (Q7)I'm watching a comedy called The Big Bang Theory. It's a huge hit around the world. Man: Oh yes. I've heard of it, but never actually watched it.Woman: Well, then you should check it out. It's also very funny. It's about four male scientists and a female waitress. The men are very socially awkward but very bright. And this is contrasted by the lady's social skills and common sense. (Q8) The show has been running for over ten years, and some of the actors are practically global super stars. Now that they are such famous celebrities.'Q5: What does the man think of the satire Frankie he recently watchedA) It is enjoyable.B) It is educational.C) It is divorced from real life.D) It is adapted from a drama.Q6: What does the man say especial about the satire FrankieA) All the roles are played by famous actors and actress.B) It is based on the real-life experiences of some celebrities.^C) Its plots and events reveal a lot about Frankie's actual life.D) It is written, directed, edited and produced by Frankie himself.Q7: What does the woman say she is going to do with the satire FrankieA) Go to the theater and enjoy it.B) Recommend it to her friends.C) Watch it with the man.D) Download and watch it.Q8: What does the woman say about the comedy The Big Bang Theory、A) It has drawn criticisms from scientists.B) It has been showing for over a decade.C) It is a ridiculous piece of satire.D) It is against common sense.Section BPassage 1Related to the ‘use-it-or-lose-it law’ is the ‘keep-moving principle’. We learned about stagnation from nature. A river that stops moving gets smelly. The same thing happens to people who stop moving, either mentally or physically. Those who play contact sports know that[9] the player who usually gets hurt the most is the one who is standing still. Of course, you’ll need some time to catch your breath every so often, but t he essential massage is keep moving, extending and learning. Ships last a lot longer when they go to sea than when they stay in the harbor. The same is true for the airplanes. You don't preserve an airplane by keeping it on the ground, you preserve it by keeping it in service. We also get to live a long healthy life by staying in service. [10] Longevity statistics reveal that the average person doesn't last very long after retirement.The more we’ll hear is don’t retire. If a fellow says “I’m 94 years old and I worked all my life”, we need to realize, that is how he got to be 94, by staying involved. George Bernard Shaw won a Nobel Prize when he was nearly 70. Benjamin Franklin produced some of his best writings at the age of 84, and Pablo Picasso put brush to canvas right through his eighties. Isn’t the issue how old we think we are [11] A bonus with the ‘keep-moving principle’ is that while we keep moving, we don’t have a chance to worry.Hence we avoid the dreaded paralyses by analysis. Questions 9 to 11 are based on the passage you have just heard.:Q9. What does the speaker say about players of contact sportsare likely to get hurt when moving too fastbelieve in team spiritC) They need to keep moving to avoid getting hurthave to learn how to avoid body contactQ10. What do longevity statistics reveal about the average personA) They do not have many years to live after retirementtend to live longer with early retirement<do not start enjoying life until full retirementkeep themselves busy even after retirementQ11. What bonus does the keep moving principle bring us according to the speakerIt prevents us from worryingIt slows down our aging processIt enables us to accomplish in lifeIt provides us with more chances to learnPassage 2￥In 2014, one in sixteen Americans visited the hospital emergency room for home injuries. One of the main causes of these accidents A wandering mind! [12] By one estimate, people daydream through nearly half of their waking hours. Psychologists have recently focused on the tendency to think about something other than the task one is doing. For one experiment, [13] researchers developed an app to analyze the relationship between daydreaming and happiness. They found that the average person’s mind wandered most frequently about 65% of the time during personal activities, such as brushing their teeth and combing their hair. Respondents’ minds tended to wander more when they felt upset rather than happy. They were more likely to wander toward pleasant topics than unpleasant ones. How do daydreams affect daydreamers A wandering mind leaves us vulnerable when driving. In one study, researchers interview 955 people involved in traffic accidents, the majority of them reported having daydream just before the accident. Yet other research suggests thatdaydreaming has benefits. [14] Researches have found that it gives us a chance to think about our goals and it also seems to increase creativity. In one experiment, 145 undergraduates completed four unusual uses tasks, each requiring them to list as many uses as possible for everyday object. After the first pair of tasks was completed, one group of participants was assigned an undemanding activity intended to cause their minds to wander. When all the participants proceeded to the second pair of tasks, [15] the daydreamers performed 40% better than the others.Q12: What does the passage say about people’s mindQ13: For what purpose did the researchers develop the new appQ14: How does daydreaming benefit people according to some researchers Q15: What was the finding of the experiment with 145 undergraduates 12.It tends to dwell upon their joyous experiencesB) It wanders for almost half of their waking time|It has trouble concentrating alter a brain injuryIt tends to be affected by their negative feelings13.A) To find how happiness relates to daydreamingTo observe how one’s mind affects one’s behaviorTo see why daydreaming impacts what one is doingTo study the relation between health and daydreaming14.*It helps them make good decisionsIt helps them tap their potentialsC) It contributes to their creativityIt contributes to their thinking15.Subjects with clear goals in mind outperformed those without clear goals The difference in performance between the two groups was insignificant Non-daydreamers were more confused on their tasks than daydreamers?D) Daydreamers did better than non-daydreamers in task performanceSection CRecording 1 斯堪的纳维亚办到维京人木质古教堂建筑简介Dating from as far back as the 12th century, they are claimed to be the rarest historic buildings in western Europe. These buildings offer vital insight into Scandinavia’s Viking past. But now, with only 30 wooden churches remaining [16] and their condition deteriorating, experts are working to preserve the structures for future generations.Some of these spectacular churches are no more than small buildings, barely 4 meters wide and 6 meters tall. Others are much larger structures. They soar up to 40 meters into the cold air. [17] Most consist of timber frames that rest on stone blocks. This means that they have no foundations.Although many of the churches appear from the outside to be complex structures, they normally feature only a single storey but numerous different roof levels.Staff from the Norwegian government have carried out conservation work on 10 of the churches over the past two years. Most of these churches date from between the 12th and 14th centuries. Other churches were conserved in previous years. So far, specialists have worked to add preservative materials to the churches’ exteriors. They also replaced rotting roots and halted the sinking of the churches into the ground. In two cases, huge machines have been used to lift the buildings up to 30 centimeters into the air. This was accomplished so that the team could examine and repair the churches’ original medieval stone blocks. The team plans to return to around a dozen of the buildings to assess progress and consider further action.The earliest free-standing wooden church was probably built in Norway in around 1080. However, the largest known wooden churches were built from the 1130s onwards. This period was one of inter-elite rivalry, in which nobles sought to increase their influence by funding the construction of churches and other buildings. The reason for constructing the buildings from wood is probably that ideally proportioned straight and [18] slender timber was available in large quantities in Scandinavia’s vast pine forests. As wood was so plentiful, it was cheaper to use than the stone used in the buildings of other European cultures. The area’s ship building tradition, partly established by the Vikings, also meant that sophisticated carpentry was a major aspect of the local culture. The complex style of the medieval wooden church carvings and the skills used to make them almost certainly to derive from the ancient Viking tradition. ^Q16. What does the speaker say about the Viking wooden churchesD) They are in worsening condition.Q17. What is special about most of the Viking wooden churchesC) They are without foundations.Q18. Why were the Viking churches constructed from woodC) Timber was abundant in ScandinaviaRecording 2 人类婴儿的能力In last week’s lecture, we discussed th e characteristics of the newly born offspring of several mammals. You probably remember that human infants are less developed physically than other mammals of the same age. But[19] in today’s lecture, we’ll look at three very interesting studies that hint at surprising abilities of human babies.{In the first study, three-year-olds watch two videos shown side by side. Each featuring a different researcher, one of whom they’d met once two years earlier. The children spend longer watching the video showing the researcher they hadn’t met. This is consistent with young children’s usual tendency to look longer at things that aren’t familiar. And really this is amazing. It suggests the children remember the researcher they’ve met just one time when they were only one-year-olds. Of course, as most of us forget memories from our first few years as we grow older, this early long-turn memories will likely be lost in subsequent years.Our second study is about music, for this study researchers play music to babies through speakers located on either side of a human face. They waited until the babies got bored and inverted their gaze from the face. And then they change the mood in the music either from sad to happy or the other way around. This mood switch made no difference to thethree-month-olds; but for the nine-month-olds, it was enough to renew their interest and they started looking again in the direction of the face.[20] This suggests that babies of that age can tell the difference betweena happy melody and a sad tune.Our final study is from 1980, but it’s still relevant today. In fact,[21] it’s one of the most famous pieces of research about infant emotion ever published. The study involved ordinary adults watching video clips of babies nine months or younger. In the video clips, the babies made various facial expressions in response to real life events including playful interactions and painful ones. The adult observers were able to reliably discern an assortment of emotions on the babies faces. These emotions included interest, joy, surprise, sadness, anger, disgust, contempt, and fear.Next week, we’ll be looking at this last study more closely. In fact, we will be viewing some of the video clips from that study. And together, see how well we do in discernin g the babies’ emotions.Questions 19 to 21 are based on the recording you have just heard.Q19: What are the three interesting studies aboutD) Abilities of human babies.Q20: What does the second study find about nine-month-old babies&A) They can distinguish a happy tune form a sad one.Q21: What is the 1980 study aboutB) Baby emotions.Recording 3 工作中过于团队合作的坏处Today I’d like to talk about the dangers of being too collaborative. Being a good team player is a central skill in our modern workplace. The ability to work well with others and collaborate on projects is a sought-after ability in nearly every position. However, placing too much emphasis on being a good team player[22] can negatively affect your career growth.Don’t be overly focused on gaining consensus. Don’t be too concerned with the opinions of others. This can hinder your ability to make decisions, speak up and gain recognition for your individual skills and strengths. Some people are too subordinate to others’ opinions, too focused on decision consensus, too silent about their own point of view, too agreeable to take things on when they don’t have time or energy. This leads to building a brand of underconfident, submissive, low-impact non-leaders and hampers their growth and career advancement.[23] Collaboration certainly makes your individual competencies and contributions more difficult for outsiders to projects mean you’re sharing the spotlight with others. Outsiders may then find it difficult to determine your contributions and strengths. This may end up costing you opportunities for promotions or pay raises. You certainly shouldn’t ditch teamwork, but how can you avoid the hazards of being anover-collaboratorWorking in a team can have huge benefits. Your team may have repeated successes and often gain recognition.[24] You then have more opportunities to expand your professional network than if you worked alone.However, finding a balance between team efforts and individual projects that give you independent recognition is important for making a name for yourself and providing opportunities for advancement.Be selective in who you work with. This will maximize the benefits and minimize the downsides of being a team player. Collaborate with people who have complementary expertise. Select projects where there’s potential for mutual benefit. Perhaps you’re bringing your unique knowledge and gaining access to someone else’s professional network, or maybe you’re able to learn a new skill by working with someone. Seek out your teammates purposefully rather than jumping on every new group project opportunity. [25] When we’re too collaborative, we want everyone to agree with a decision before we proceed. This can create unnecessary delays as you hold meetings trying to achieve consensus. It’s fin e to be collaborative when seeking input. But put a deadline on the input stage and arrive at a decision, even if it’s a decision that doesn’t have consensus.&Questions 22-25 are based on the recording you have just heard.Q22. What does the speaker say about being over collaborativeB) It may hinder individual career advancement.Q23. What does the speaker say about people engaged in collaborative projectsC) They may find it hard to get their contributions recognized.Q24. How do people benefit from working in a teamA) They can enlarge their professional circle.Q25. Why is it undesirable to spend too much time trying to reach consensus （B) It may prevent making a timely decision二、阅读真题及答案阅读（卷一）Part III Reading ComprehensionSection A26. [K] ...died prematurely from...27. [C] ...will determine the everyday...·28. [N] become synonymous with air...29. [M] ...simply switching to electric...30. [D] …run them is generated,31. [I] ... tiny airborne particles as...32. [H] ... are opting for...33. [J] ...reached its peak and...34. [O] ...with this trend,35. [L] ... can simply double...【Section B36. [C] The . government’s recommended daily allowance(RDA)37. [E] If you are considering a supplement, read the list of38. [A] The marketing is tempting: Get stronger muscles and healthier bodies39. [F] But there are certain situations that do warrant extra protein40. [M] There have been some indications that extra protein makes the41. [G] Vegans can benefit from protein supplements since they do not eat42. [B] For starters, protein is critical for every cell in our body、43. [H] In fact, along with her colleague Connie Bales,44. [D] So if it’s so easy to get your protein in food45. [L] But can people overdo proteinSection CPassage One：态度的重要性46. [C] It determines how we respond to our immediate environment47. [A] Their idols’ behaviors48. [A] They may not suggest how a person is going to behave<49. [D] They lack willpower50. [B] Starting to act in a way that embodies one’s aspirations Passage Two：保护南极51. [C] It was carried out too close to the habitats of penguins and whales52. [B] To establish conservation areas in the Antarctic region53. [A] Opting to operate away from the suggested conservation areas54. [D] Sustain fishing without damaging the Antarctic ecosystem55. [C] A provider of the needed expertise]阅读（卷二）Part III Reading ComprehensionSection A26. [E] ..., under certain circumstances,27. [L] ... we are lonely.28. [I] ... attribute desires to ...29. [A] ... can alleviate loneliness.30. [J] ... had been excluded in a social setting,?31. [B] ... phones apparently substituted for ...32. [H] ... beliefs and consciousness33. [D] ... are associating with ...34. [F] ... especially in competitive situations.35. [K] ... saw this feature as ...Section B36. [F] In the grass-fed system, farmers are also not subject to the wildly37. [C] His first partnership was with Paul and Phyllis Amburgh, owners 】38. [J] And not every farmer has the option of going grass-fed.39. [D] All this conversion has helped Maple Hill grow 40-50%40. [G] While Maple Hill’ conversion program is unusually hands-on41. [A] Though he didn’t come from a farming family, from a young age42. [S] Though advocates portray grass-fed products as a win-win situation43. [E] Champions of this type of regenerative grazing also point to its44. [B] Joseph wanted to put this theory to the test.45. [K] Another grass-fed booster spurring farmers to convert is EPIC `Section CPassage One：昂贵旅途46. [B] Protect students from social pressures and enable them to face the world47. [B] They widen the gap between privileged and disadvantaged students48. [D] Activities involving all students on campus49. [C] They don’t want their kids to miss any chance to broaden their horizons despite50. [C] Avoiding creating new gaps among studentsPassage Two：南极帝企鹅&51. [A] King penguins in the Antarctic will be on the verge of dying out52. [C] Industrial fishing and climate change in the Antarctic region in recent years53. [D] The majority of them may have to find new breeding grounds in the future54. [A] Many baby king penguins can’t have food in time55. [D] Only a few of its islands can serve as huge breeding grounds for king penguinsPart III Reading Comprehension阅读（卷三）Part III Reading ComprehensionSection A.26. G) the detrimental effects27. I) that indulging in28. E) memory deficits29. A) as assessed by30. L) emerge rapidly within31. B) adults assigned to32. O) memory similar to33. C) negative consequences of…34. D) changed conspicuously.35. N) exercise regularlySection B36: G)首句: So far, so plausible37: C)首句: To investigate, Twenge and her colleagu dived into the 38: H)首句: A similar but reversed pattern was for the activities ssociated39: D)首句: Twenge and her colleagues wanted to understand why this change 40: B)首句: Now a new study has provided another contribution to the debate ,41: E)首句: Fist, they explain that if a given variable is playing a role in42: J)首句: The researchers conclude that electronic communication was the43: F)首句: Next, Twenge' team dug a little deeper into data on screen time44: I)首句: There is another explanation that twenge and her colleagues 45: A)首句: Have young people never had it so goodSection CPassage One:谎言46. A) lt shows they have the ability to view complex situations form different angles}47. D) lt involves lots of sophisticated mental activity48. B) When they face too much peer pressure49. B) When they are under watchful eyes50. B) They will tell bigger liesPassage Two：大地震51. C) A massive natural catastrophe52. A) To prepare people for a major earthquake and tsunami53. D) Enormous stress is released{54. A) Coordinating various disaster-relief efforts55. C) Its occurrence is just a matter of time三、翻译真题及答案翻译（一）梅花（plum blossom）位居中国十大名花之首，源于中国南方，已有三千多年的栽培和种植历史。