2021年6月大学生英语四级真题试题一(完整版)

2021年6月大学生英语四级真题试题一(完整版)Writing(30 minutes)(请于正式开考后半小时内完成该部分，之后将进行听力考试)Directions:For this part,you are allowed30 minutes to write an a short easy on the importance of speaking ability and how to develop it、You should write at least120 words but no more than180 words、Part II Listening prehension(25 minutes)Section ADirections:In this section,you will hear three news reports、At the end of each news report,you will hear two or three questions、Both the news report and questions will be spoken only once、After you hear questions,you must choose the best answer from the four choices marked A),B),C)and D)、Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet1 with a single line through the centre、注意：此部分试题请在答题卡1上作答。

Questions1 to2 are based on the new report you have just heard、1、A)The return of a bottled message to its owners daughter、B)A New Hshire mans joke with friends on his wife、C)Afathers message for his daughter、D)The history of acentury-old motel、2、A)She wanted to show gratitude for his kindness、B)She wanted to honor her fathers promise、C)She had been asked by her father to do so、D)She was excited to see her fathers handwriting、Questions3 to4 are based on the new report you have just heard。

3、A)People were concerned about the number of bees、B)Several cases of Zika disease had been identified、C)Two million bees were infected with disease、D)Zika virus had destroyed some bee farms、4、A)It apologized to its customers、B)It was forced to kill its bees、C)Itlost a huge stock of bees、D)It lost2、5 million dollars、Questions5 to7 are based on the new report you have just heard、5、A)It stayed in the air for about two hours、B)It took off and landed on a football field、C)It proved to be of high mercial value、D)It made a series of sharp turns in the sky、6、A)Engineering problems、C)Inadequate funding、B)The air pollution it produced、D)The opposition from the military、7、A)It uses the latest aviation technology、B)It flies faster than a mercial jet、C)It is a safer means of transportation、D)It is more environmentally friendly、Section BDirections:In this section,you willhear 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 Sheet1 with a single line through the centre、Questions8 to11 are based on the conversation you have just heard、8、A)It seems a depressing topic、B)It sounds quite alarming、C)It has little impact on our daily life、D)It is getting more serious these days、9、A)The man doesnt understand Spanish、B)The woman doesnt really like dancing、C)They dont want something too noisy、D)They cant make it to the theatre in time、10、A)It would be more fun without Mr、Whitehead hosting、B)It has too many acts to hold the audience’s attention、C)It is the most amusing show he has ever watched、D)It is a show inappropriate for a night of charity、11、A)Watch a edy、C)Book the tickets online、B)Go and see the dance、D)See a film with the man、Questions12 to15 are based on the conversation you have just heard、12、A)Most of her schoolmates are younger than she is、B)She simply has no idea what school to transfer to、C)There are too many activities for her to cope with、D)She worries she wont fit in as a transfer student、13、A)Seek advice from senior students、B)Pick up some meaningful hobbies、C)Participate in after-school activities、D)Look into what the school offers、14、A)Give her help whenever she needs it、B)Accept her as a transfer student、C)Find her acmodation on cus、D)Introduce her to her roommates、15、A)She has interests similar to Mr、Lees、B)She has bee friends with Catherine、C)She has chosen the major Catherine has、D)She has just transferred to the college、Section CDirections:In this section,you will hear three passages、At the end of each passage,you will hear 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 Sheet1 with a single line through the centre、Questions16 to18 are based on the passage you have just heard、16、A)To investigate how being overweight impacts on health、B)To find out which physical drive is the most powerful、C)To discover what most mice like to eat、D)To determine what feelings mice have、17、A)When they are hungry、C)When they smell food、B)When they are thirsty、D)When they want pany、18、A)They search for food in groups、B)They are overweight when food is plenty、C)They prefer to be with other mice、D)They enjoy the pany of other animals、Questions19 to21 are based on the passage you have just heard、19、A)Its construction started before World War I、B)Its construction cost more than$40 billion、C)It is efficiently used for transport、D)It is one of the bestin the world、20、A)To improve transportation in the countryside、B)To move troops quickly from place to place、C)To enable people to travel at a higher speed、D)To speed up the transportation of goods、21、A)In the1970s、C)In the1950s、B)In the1960s、D)In the1940s、Questions22 to25 are based on the passage you have just heard、22、A)Chatting while driving、B)Messaging while driving、C)Driving under age、D)Speeding on highways、23、A)A gadget to hold a phone on the steering wheel、B)A gadget to charge the phone in a car、C)A device to control the speed of a vehicle、D)A device to ensure people drive with both hands、24、A)The car keeps flashing its headlights、B)The car slows down gradually to a halt、C)They are alerted with a light and a sound、D)They get a warning on their smart phone、25、A)Installing a camera、C)Checking their emails、B)Using a connected app、D)Keeping a daily record、PartⅢReading prehension(40 minutes)SectionADirections: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 Sheet2 with a single line through the centre、You may not use any of the words in the bank more than once、Questions26 to35 are based onthe following passage、An office tower on Miller Streetin Manchester is pletely covered in solar panels、They are used to create some of the energy used by the insurance pany inside、When the tower wasfirst(26)_______in1962，it was covered with thin square stones、These small square stones became a problem for the building and continued to fall off the face for40 years until a major renovation was(27)_______、Duringthis renovation the buildings owners,CIS，(28)_______the solar panel pany,Solarcentury、They agreed to cover the entire building in solar panels、In20xx，the pleted CIS tower became Europes largest(29)_______of vertical solar panels、A vertical solar project on such alarge(30)_______has never been repeated since、Covering a skyscraper with solar panels had never been donebefore,and the CIS tower was chosen as one o f the“10 best green energy projects”、For a long time after this renovation project,it was the tallest building in the United Kingdom,but it was(31)_______overtaken by the Millbank Tower、Green buildings like thisarent(32)_______cost-efficient for the investor,but it does produce much less pollution than that caused byenergy(33)_______through fossil fuels、As solar panels get(34)_______，the world is likely to see more skyscrapers covered in solar panels，collecting energy much like trees do、Imagine a world where building the tallest skyscraper wasnt a race of(35)_______，but rather one to collect the most solar energy、注意：此部分试题请在答题卡2上作答。

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2021年6月大学英语四级考试真题(第一套)

2021年6月大学英语四级考试真题（第一套）答案请戳：2021年6月四级真题答案发布【试卷一】（xx网校版）Part I Writing(30 minutes)Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write an essay based on the picture below.You should start your essay with a brief description of the picture and then comment on the kid's understanding of going to school.You should write at least 120 words but no more than 180 words.Part II Listening Comprehension(30 minutes)听力音频地址：/attached/media/20211113/20211113103125_157 5.mp3Section ADirections : In this section, you will hear 8 short conversations and 2 long conversations.At the end ofeach conversation, one or more questions will be asked about what was said.Both theconversation and the questions will be spoken only once.After each question there will bea pause.During the pause, you must read the four choices marked A., B), C.and D),and decide which is the best answer.Then mark the corresponding letter on AnswerSheet 1 with a single line through thecentre.1.A.He will give the woman some tips on the game.B.The woman has good reason to quit the game.C.He is willing to play chess with the woman.D.The woman should go on playing chess.2.A.The man can forward the mail to Mary.B.She can call Mary to take care of the mail.C.Mary probably knows Sally's new address.D.She would like to resume contact with Sally.3.A.His handwriting has a unique style.B.His notes are not easy to read.C.He did not attend today's class.D.He is very pleased to be able to help.4.A.The man had better choose another restaurant.B.The new restaurant is a perfect place for dating.C.The new restaurant caught her fancy immediately.D.The man has good taste in choosing the restaurant.5.A.He has been looking forward to spring.B.He has been waiting for the winter sale.C.He will clean the woman's boots for spring.D.He will help the woman put things away.6.A.The woman is rather forgetful.B.The man appreciates the woman's help.C.The man often lends books to the woman.D.The woman often works overtime at weekends.7.A.Go to work on foot.B.Take a sightseeing trip.C.Start work earlier than usual.D.Take a walk when the weather is nice.8.A.The plane is going to land at another airport.B.All flights have been delayed due to bad weather.C.Temporary closing has disturbed the airport's operation.D.The airport's management is in real need of improvement. Questions 9 to 12 are based on the conversation you have just heard.9.A.It specializes in safety from leaks.B.It is headquartered in London.C.It has a partnership with LCP.D.It has a chemical processing plant.10.A.He is Mr.Grand's friend.B.He is a safety inspector.C.He is a salesman.D.He is a chemist.11.A.Director of the safety department.B.Mr.Grand's personal assistant.C.Head of the personnel department.D.The public relations officer.12. A.Walt for Mr.Grand to call back.B.Leave a message for Mr.Grand.C.Provide details of their products and services.D.Send a comprehensive description of their work.Questions 13 to 15 are based on the conversation you have just heard.13.A.She learned playing the violin from a famous French musician.B.She dreamed of working and living in a European country.C.She read a lot about European musicians and their music.D.She listened to recordings of many European orchestras.14.A.She began taking violin lessons as a small child.B.She was a pupil of a famous European violinist.C.She gave her first performance with her father.D.She became a professional violinist at fifteen.15.A.It gave her a chance to explore the city.B.It was the chance of a lifetime.C.It was a great challenge to her.D.It helped her learn classical French music.Section BDirections: In this section, you will hear 3 short passages.At the end of each passage, you will hearsome questions.Both the passage and the questions will be spoken only once.After youhear 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 linethrough the centre.Passage OneQuestions 16 to 18 are based on the passage you have just heard.16.A.There are mysterious stories behind his works.B.There are many misunderstandings about him.C.His works have no match worldwide.D.His personal history is little known.17.A.He moved to Stratford-on-Avon in his childhood.B.He failed to go beyond grammar school.C.He was a member of the town council.D.He once worked in a well-known acting company.18. A.Writers of his time had no means to protect their works.B.Possible sources of clues about him were lost in a fire.C.His works were adapted beyond recognition.D.People of his time had little interest in him.Passage TwoQuestions 19 to 21 are based on the passage you have just heard.19. A.Theft.B.Cheating.C.Air crash.D.Road accidents.20. A.Learn the local customs.B.Make hotel reservations.C.Book tickets well in advance.D.Have the right documents.21.A.Contact your agent.B.Get a lift if possible.e official transport.D.Have a friend meet you.Passage ThreeQuestions 22 to 25 are based on the passage you have just heard.22.A.Cut down production cost.B.Sell inexpensive products.C.Specialise in gold ornaments.D.Refine the taste of his goods.23.A.At a national press conference.B.During a live television interview.C.During a local sales promotion campaign.D.At a meeting of top British businesspeople.24.A.Insulted.B.Puzzled.C.Distressed.D.Discouraged.25.A.The words of some businesspeople are just rubbish.B.He who never learns from the past is bound to fail.C.There should be a limit to one's sense of humour.D.He is not laughed at, that laughs at himself first.Section CDirections: In this section, you will hear a passage three times.When the passage is read for the firsttime, you should listen carefully for its general idea.When the passage is read for thesecond time, you are required tofill in the blanks with the exact words you have justheard.Finally, when the passage is read for the third time, you should check what youhave written.Looking at the basic biological systems, the world is not doing very well.Yet economic indicators show the world is 26 Despite a slow start at the beginning of the eighties, global economic output increased by more than a fifth during the 27 The economy grew, trade increased, and millions of new jobs were created.How can biological indicators show the 28 of economic indicators?The answer is that the economic indicators have a basic fault: they show no difference between resource uses that 29 progress and those uses that will hurt it.The main measure of economic progress is the gross national product (GNP). 30 , this totals the value of all goods and services produced and subtracts loss in value of factories and equipment.Developed a half-century ago, GNP helped 31 a common way among countries of measuring change in economic output.For some time, this seemed to work 32 well, but serious weaknesses are now appearing.As indicated earlier, GNP includes loss in value of factories and equipment, but it does not 33 the loss of natural resources, including nonrenewable resources such as oil or renewable resources such asforests.This basic fault can produce a 34 sense of national economic health.According to GNP, for example, countries that overcut forests actually do better than those that preserve their forests.The trees cut down are counted as income but no subtraction is made for 35 the forests.Part ⅢReading Comprehension ( 40 minutes)Section ADirections: In this section, there is a passage with ten blanks.You are required to select one word foreach 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 Sheet2 with a single line through the centre.You may not use any of the words in the bank more than once.Questions 36 to 45 are based on the following passage.The U.S.Department of Education is making efforts to ensure that all students have equal access to a quality education.Today it is 36 the launch of the Excellent Educators for All Initiative.The initiative will helpstates and school districts support great educators for the students who need them most."All children are 37 to a high-quality education regardless of their race, zip code or family income.It is 38 important that we provide teachers and principals the support they need to help students reach their full 39 ," U.S.Secretary of Education Arne Duncan said." Despite the excellent work and deep 40 of our nation's teachers and principals, students in high-poverty, high- minority schools are unfairly treated across our country.We have to do better.Local leaders and educators will 41 their own creative solutions, but we must work together to 42 our focus on how to better recruit, support and 43 effective teachers and principals for all students, especially the kids who need them most."Today's announcement is another important step forward in improving access to a quality education, a 44 of President Obama's year of ter today, Secretary Duncan will lead a roundtable discussion with principals and school teachers from across the country about the 45 of working in high-need schools and how to adopt promising practices for supporting great educators in these schools.A.AnnouncingB.beneficialC.challengesmitmentponentF.contestsG.criticallyH.developI.distributingJ.enhanceK.entitledL.potentialM.properlyN.qualifiedO.retainSection BDirections: In this section, you are going to read a passage with ten statements attached to it.Eachstatement 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 thecorresponding letter on Answer Sheet 2.The Changes Facing Fast FoodA.Fast-food firms have to be a thick-skinned bunch.Health experts regularly criticise them severelyfor selling food that makes people fat.Critics even complain that McDonald's, whose logosymbolises calorie excess, should not have been allowed to sponsor the World Cup.These arethings fast-food firms have learnt to cope with.But not perhaps for much longer.The burgerbusiness faces more pressure from regulators at a time when it is already adapting strategies inresponse to shifts in the global economy.B)Fast food was once thought to be recession-proof.When consumers need to cut spending, the logicgoes, cheap meals like Big Macs and Whoppers become even more attractive.Such "trading down"proved true for much of the latest recession, when fast-food companies picked up customers who could no longer afford to eat at casual restaurants.Traffic was boosted in America, the home of fast food, with discounts and promotions, such as $1 menus and cheap combination meals.C)As a result, fast-food chains have weathered the recession better than their more expensive competitors.In 2020 sales at full-service restaurants in America fell by more than 6% , but total sales remained about thesame at fast-food chains.In some markets, such as Japan, France and Britain, total spending on fast food increased.Same-store sales in America at McDonald's, the world's largest fast-food company, did not decline throughout the downturn.Panera Bread, an American fast-food chain known for its fresh ingredients, performed well, too, because it offers higher-quality food at lower prices than restaurants.D)But not all fast-food companies have been as fortunate.Many, such as Burger King, have seen sales fall.In a severe recession, while some people trade down to fast food, many others eat at home more frequently to save money.David Palmer, an analyst at UBS, a bank, says smaller fast- food chains in America, such as Jack in the Box and Carl's Jr., have been hit particularly hard in this downturn because they are competing with the global giant McDonald's, which increased spending on advertising by more than 7% last year as others cut back.E.Some fast-food companies also sacrificed their own profits by trying to give customers better value.During the recession companies set prices low, hoping that once they had tempted customers through the door they would be persuaded to order more expensive items.But in many cases that strategy did not st year Burger King franchisees (特许经营人)sued (起诉)the company over its double-cheeseburgerpromotion, claiming it was unfair for them to be repuired to sell these for $1 when they cost$1.10 to make.In May a judge ruled in favour of Burger King.Nevertheless, the company may still be cursing its decision to promote cheap choices over more expensive ones because items on its "value menu" now account for around 20% of all sales, upfrom 12% last October.F.Analysts expect the fast-food industry to grow modestly this year.But the downturn is makingcompanies rethink their strategies.Many are now introducing higher-priced items to entice (引诱)consumers away from $1 specials.KFC, a division of Yum! Brands, which also owns Taco Belland Pizza Hut, has launched a chicken sandwich that costs around $5.And in May Burger Kingintroduced barbecue (烧烤)pork ribs at $7 for eight.panies are also trying to get customers to buy new and more items, including drinks.McDonald's started selling better coffee as a challenge to Starbucks.Its " McCafe" line nowaccounts for an estimated 6% of sales in America.Starbucks has sold rights to its Seattle's Bestcoffee brand to Burger King, which will start selling it later this year.H.As fast-food companies shift from "super size" to "more buys", they need to keep customer traffichigh throughout the day.Many see breakfast as a big opporttmity, and not just for fatty food.McDonald's willstart selling porridge (粥)in America next year.Breakfast has the potential to bevery profitable, says Sara Senatore of Bernstein, a research firm, because the margins can be high.Fast-food companies are also adding midday and late-night snacks, such as blended drinks andwraps.The idea is that by having a greater range of things on the menu, "we can sell to consumersproducts they want all day," says Rick Carucci., the .chief financial officer of Yum ! Brands.I.But what about those growing waistlines? So far, fast-food firms have cleverly avoided governmentregulation.By providing healthy options, like salads and low-calorie sandwiches, they have at leastgiven the impression of doing something about helping to fight obesity (肥胖症).These offeringsare not necessarily loss-leaders, as they broaden the appeal of outlets to groups of diners thatinclude some people who don't want to eat a burger.But customers cannot be forced to ordersalads instead of fries.J.In the future, simply offering a healthy option may not be good enough."Every packaged-food and restaurant company I know is concerned about regulation right now," says Mr.Palmer of UBS.America's health-reform bill, which Congress passed this year, requires restaurant chains with 20 ormore outlets to put the calorie-content of items theyserve on the menu.A study by the NationalBureau of Economic Research, which tracked the effects on Starbucks of a similar calorie-postinglaw in New York City in 2007, found that the average calorie-count per transaction fell 6% andrevenue increased 3% at Starbucks stores where a Dunldn Donuts outlet was nearby--a sign, it issaid, that menu-labelling could favour chains that have more healthy offerings.K.In order to avoid other legislation in America and elsewhere, fast-food companies will have tocontinue innovating (创新).Walt Riker of McDonald's claims the change it has made in its menumeans it offers more healthy items than it did a few years ago."We probably sell more vegetables,more milk, more salads, more apples than any restaurant business in the world," he says.But therecent proposal by a county in California to ban McDonald's from including toys in its high-calorie"Happy Meals", because legislators believe it attracts children to unhealthy food, suggests there isa lot more left to do.46.Some people propose laws be made to stop McDonald's from attaching toys to its food specials for children.47.Fast-food finns may not be able to cope with pressures from food regulation in the near future.48.Burger King will start to sell Seattle's Best coffee to increase sales.49.Some fast-food firms provide healthy food to give the impression they are helping to tackle the obesity problem.50.During the recession, many customers turned to fast food to save money.51.Many people eat out less often to save money in times of recession.52.During the recession, Burger King's promotional strategy of offering low-priced items often proved ineffective.53.Fast-food restaurants can make a lot of money by selling breakfast.54.Many fast-food companies now expect to increase their revenue by introducing higher-priced items.55.A newly-passed law asks big fast-food chains to specify the calorie count of what they serve on the menu.Section CDirections: There are 2 passages in this section.Each passage is followed by some questions orunfinished statements.For each of them there are four choices marked A., B), C.andD ).You should decide on the best choice and mark the corresponding letter on AnswerSheet 2 with a single line through the centre.Passage OneQuestions 56 to 60 are based on the following passage.If you think a high-factor sunscreen (防晒霜)keeps you safe from harmful rays, you may be wrong.Research in this week's Nature shows that while factor 50 reduces the number of melanomas(黑瘤)and delays their occurrence, it can't prevent them.Melanomas are the most aggressive skin cancers.You have a higher risk if you have red or blond hair, fair skin, blue or green eyes, or sunburn easily, or if a close relative has had one.Melanomas are more common if you have periodic intense exposure to the sun.Other skin cancers are increasingly likely with long-term exposure.There is continuing debate as to how effective sunscreen is in reducing melanomas the evidence is weaker than it is for preventing other types of skin cancer.A 2020 Australian study of 1,621 people found that people randomly selected to apply sunscreen daily had half the rate of melanomas of people who used cream as needed.A second study, comparing 1,167 people with melanomas to 1,101 who didn't have the cancer, found that using sunscreen routinely, alongside other protection such as hats,long sleeves or staying in the shade, did give some protection.This study said other forms of sun protection not sunscreen seemed most beneficial.The study relied on people remembering what they had done over each decade of their lives, so it's not entirelyreliable.But it seems reasonable to think sunscreen gives people a false sense of security in the sun.Many people also don't use sunscreen properly applying insufficient amounts, failing to reapply after a couple of hours and staying in the sun too long.It is sunburn that is most worrying recent research shows five episodes of sunburn in the teenage years increases the risk of all skin cancers.The good news is that a combination of sunscreen and covering up can reduce melanoma rates, as shown by Australian figures from their slip-slop-slap campaign.So if there is a heat wave this summer, it would be best for us, too, to slip on a shirt, slop on (抹上)sunscreen and slap ona hat.56.What is people's common expectation of a high-factor sunscreen?A.It will delay the occurrence of skin cancer.B.It will protect them from sunburn.C.It will keep their skin smooth and fair.D.It will work for people of any skin color.57.What does the research in Nature say about a high-factor sunscreen?A.It is ineffective in preventing melanomas.B.It is ineffective in case of intense sunlight.C.It is ineffective with long-term exposure.D.It is ineffective for people with fair skin.58.What do we learn from the 2020 Australian study of 1,621 people?A.Sunscreen should be applied alongside other protection measures.B.High-risk people benefit the most from the application of sunscreen.C.Irregular application of sunscreen does women more harm than good.D.Daily application of sunscreen helps reduce the incidence of melanomas.59.What does the author say about the second Australian study?A.It misleads people to rely on sunscreen for protection.B.It helps people to select the most effective sunscreen.C.It is not based on direct observation of the subjects.D.It confirms the results of the first Australian study.60.What does the author suggest to reduce melanoma rates?ing both covering up and sunscreen.B.Staying in the shade whenever possible.ing covering up instead of sunscreen.D.Applying the right amount of sunscreen.Passage TwoQuestions 61 to 65 are based on the following passage.Across the rich world, well-educated people increasingly work longer than the less-skilled.Some65% of American men aged 62 -74 with a professional degree are in the workforce, compared with32% of men with only a high-school certificate.This gap is part of a deepening divide between the well-educated well-off and the unskilled poor.Rapid technological advance has raised the incomes of the highly skilled while squeezing those of the unskilled.The consequences, for individuals and society, are profound.The world is facing an astonishing rise in the number of old people, and they will live longer than ever before.Over the next 20 years the global population of those aged 65 or more will almost double, from 600 million to 1.1 billion.The experience of the 20th century, when greater longevity (长寿)translated into more years in retirement rather than more years at work, has persuaded many observers that this shift will lead to slower economic growth, while the swelling ranks of pensioners will create government budget problems.But the notion of a sharp division between the working young and the idle old misses a new trend, the growing gap between the skilled and the unskilled.Employment rates are falling among younger unskilled people, whereas older skilled folk are working longer.The divide is most extremein America, where well-educated baby-boomers (二战后生育高峰期出生的美国人)are putting off retirement while many less-skilled younger people have dropped out of the workforce.Policy is partly responsible.Many European governments have abandoned policies that used to encourage people to retire early.Rising life expectancy (预期寿命), combined with the replacement of generous defmed-benefit pension plans with less generous defined-contribution ones, means that even the better-off must work longer to have a comfortable retirement.But the changing nature of work also plays a big role.Pay has risen sharply for the highly educated, and those people continue to reap rich rewards into old age because these days the educated elderly are more productive than the preceding generation.Technological change may well reinforce that shift: the skills that complement computers, from management knowhow to creativity, do not necessarily decline with age.61.What is happening in the workforce in rich countries?A.Younger people are replacing the elderly.B.Well-educated people tend to work longer.C.Unemployment rates are rising year after year.D.People with no college degree do not easily find work.62.What has helped deepen the divide between the well-off and the poor?A.Longer life expectancies.B.A rapid technological advance.C.Profound changes in the workforce.D.A growing number of the well-educated.63.What do many observers predict in view of the experience of the 20th century?A.Economic growth will slow down.ernment budgets will increase.C.More people will try to pursue higher education.D.There will be more competition in the job market.64.What is the result of policy changes in European countries?A.Unskilled workers may choose to retire early.B.More people have to receive in-service training.C.Even wealthy people must work longer to live comfortably in retirement.D.People may be able to enjoy generous defined-benefits from pension plans.65.What is characteristic of work in the 21st century?puters will do more complicated work.B.More will be taken by the educated young.C.Most jobs to be done will be the creative ones.D.Skills are highly valued regardless of age.Part ⅣTranslation ( 30 minutes)Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to translate a passage from Chinese into English.You should write your answer on Answer Sheet 2.中国是世界上最古老的文明之一。

2021年6月大学英语四级真题1(附答案)

2021年6月大学英语四级真题1（附答案）PartⅠWriting第1题、Directions:For this part,you are allowed30minutes to write an essay titled"Is technology making people lazy?".The statement given below is for your reference.You should write at least120words but no more than180words.Many studies claim that computers distract people,make them lazy thinkers and even lower their work efficiency.参考答案：Is technology making people lazy?Admittedly,the development of technology has brought great convenience to people's lives.However, there are two sides to every coin.Technology does lead to our laziness, as some studies have shown that computers are making us lazier.In the first place,information technology is making us mentally lazy.Once encountering problems in real life,we tend to blindly rely on suggestions on the Internet without analyzing their specific conditions,and gradually,we may become lazy thinkers and lose the ability to think independently.In addition,technology is making us physically lazier as well.We depend more on the convenience of shopping apps than ever before. Sometimes,although restaurants and shops are close to us,we would rather stay at home ordering meals and buying things online than go st but not least,various information on the Internet catches our attention easily,distracting many of us from our work and thus lowering our work efficiency dramatically.In a word,some technology is making us lazier, due to the fact that computer users tend to become mentally and physically inactive.答案解析：1.However,there are two sides to every coin.句中使用了谚语there are two sides to every coin.直译“每个硬币都有两面”，也就是“凡事皆有两面性”，常用来引出事物不好的一面。

2021年6月大学英语四级真题及答案完整版

2021年6月大学英语四级真题及答案完整版Writing【题干】Directions: For this part, you are allowed30 minutes to write a news report to your school newspaper on a volunteer activity organized by your Student Union to help elderly people in the neighborhood、 You shouldwrite at least120 words but no more than180 words、Part Ⅲ Reading Section ASection 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 Sheet2 with a single line through the centre、 You may not use any of the words in the bank more than once、Just because they cant sing opera or ride a bicycle doesnt mean that animals dont have culture、 Theres no better exle of this than killer whales、 As one of themost_____(27)predators(食肉动物)，killer whales may not fit the_____(28)of a cultured creature、 However, these beasts of the sea do display a vast range of highly_____(29)behaviors that appear to be driving their geic development、The word "culture" es from the Latin "colere",which_____(30)means "to cultivate" 、In other words, it refers to anything that is_____(31)or learnt, rather than instinctive or natural、 Among human populations, culture not only affects the way we live, but also writes itself into our genes, affecting who we are、 For instance, having spent many generations hunting the fat marine mammals of the Arctic, the Eskimos of Greenland have developed certain geic_____(32)that help them digest and utilize this fat-rich diet, thereby allowing themto_____(33)in their cold climate、Like humans, killer whales have colonized a range of different_____(34)across the globe, occupying every ocean basin on the pla, with an empire that_____(35)from pole to pole、 As such, different populations of killer whales have had to learn different hunting techniques in order to gain the upper hand over their local prey(猎物)、 This, in turn, has amajor effect on their diet, leading scientiststo_____(36)that the ability to learn population-specific hunting methods could be driving the animals geic development、【选项】A、acquiredB、adaptationsC、brutalD、deliberatelyE、expressedF、extendsG、habitatsH、humbleI、imageJ、literallyK、refinedL、revolvesM、speculateN、structureO、thrivePart Ⅲ Reading Section BDirections: In this section, you are going to read a passage with ten statements attached to 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 Sheet2、Living with parents edges out other living arrangements for18-to34-yearto34-yearin-five were living with their parents、[C] By全文结束》》,31、6% of young adults were living with a spouse or partner in their own household, below the share living in the home of their parent(s)(32、1%)、 Some14% of young adults lived alone, were a single parent or lived with one or more roommates、 The remaining22% lived in the home of another family member (such as a grandparent, in-law or sibling(兄弟姐妹)), a non-relative, or in group quarters like college dormitories、[D] Its worth noting that the overall share of young adults living with their parents was not at a record high in全文结束》》、 This arrangement peaked around1940, when about35% of the nations18-to34-yearrelative or in some type of group quarters、[G] A variety of factors contribute to the long-run increase in the share of young、 Adults living with the parents、 The first in the postponement of, if not retreat from, marriage、 The average age of first marriage has risen steadily for decades、 In addition, a growing share of young adult may be avoiding marriage altogether、 A previous Pew Research Center analysis projected that as many as one-in-four of todays young adult may never marry、 While cohabitation(同居)has been on the rise, theoverall share of young adults either married or living with an unmarried partner has substantially fallensince1990、[H] In addition, trends in both employment status and wages have likely contributed to the growing share of young adults who are living in the home of theirparent(s), and this is especially true of young men、Employed young men are much less likely to live at home than young men without a job, and employment among young men has fallen significantly in recent decades、 The share of young men with jobs peaked around1960 at84%、 In 全文结束》》, only71% of18-to34-year-old men were employed、 Similarly with earnings, young mens wages (after adjusting for inflation)have been on a downward trajectory(轨迹)since1970 and fell significantly form2000 to全文结束》》、 As wages have fallen ,the share of young men living in the home of their parent(s)has risen、[I] Economic factors seem to explain less of why young adult women are increasingly likely to live at home、 Generally, young women have had growing success in the paid labor market since1960 and hence mightincreasingly be expected to be a be to afford to afford to live independently of their parents、 For women, delayed marriage--which is related, in part, to labor market outes for menwhich is tied to financial means、For young adults without a bachelors degree, as of全文结束》》 living at home with their parents was more prevalent than living with a romantic partner、 By全文结束》》,36% of18-to34-year-olds who had not pleted a bachelors degree were living with their parent(s) while27% were living with a spouse or partner、 Among college graduates, in全文结束》》46% were married or living with a partner, and only19% were living with their parent(s)、 Young adults with a college degree have fared much better in the labor market than their less-educated counterparts, which has in turn made it easier to establish their own households、37、【题干】Unemployed young men are more likely to live with their parents than the employed、38、【题干】In全文结束》》, the percentage of men aged18 to34 living with their parents was greater than that of their female counterparts、39、【题干】The percentage of young people who are married orlive with a partner has greatly decreased in the past three decades or so、40、【题干】Around the mid-20th century, only20 percent of18-to34-year-old lived in their parents home、41、【题干】Young adults with a college degree found it easier to live independently of their parents、42、【题干】Young men are less likely to end up as single parents than young women、43、【题干】More young adult women live with their parents than before due to delayed marriage、44、【题干】The percentage of young men who live with their parents has grown due to their decreased pay in recent decades、45、【题干】The rise in the number of college students made more young adults live with their parents、46、【题干】One reason for young adults to live with their parents is that get married late or stay single all their livesPart Ⅲ Reading Section CDirections: There are2 passages in this section、 Each passage is followed by some questions or unfinished statements、 For each of them there are four choices markedA、B、C、andD、 You should decide on the best choice and mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet2 with a single line through the centre、Passage OneQuestions47 to51 are based on the following passage、According to the majority of Americans, women are every bit as capable of being good political leaders as men、 The same can be said of their ability to dominate the corporate boardroom、 And according to a new Pew Research Center survey on women and leadership, most Americans find women indistinguishable from men on key leadership traits such as intelligence and capacity for innovation, with many saying theyre stronger than men in terms of being passionate and organized leaders、So why, then, are women in short supply at the top of government and business in the United States? According to the public, at least, its not that they lack toughness, management talent or proper skill sets、Its also not all about work-life balance、Although economic research and previous survey findings have shown that career interruptions related to motherhood may make it harder for women to advance in their careers and pete for top executive jobs, relatively few adults in the recent survey point to this as a keybarrier for women seeking leadership roles、 Only about one-in-five say womens family responsibilities are a major reason why there aren’t more females in top leadership positions in business and politics、Instead, topping the list of reasons, about four-in-ten Americans point to a double standard for women seeking to climb to the highest levels of either politics or business, where they have to do more than their male counterparts to prove themselves、 Similar shares say the electorate(选民)and corporate America are just not ready to put more women in top leadership positions、As a result, the public is divided about whether the imbalance in corporate America will change in the foreseeable future, even though women have made major advances in the workplace、 While53% believe men will continue to hold more top executive positions in business in thefuture,44% say its only a matter of time before as many women are in top executive positions as men、 Americans are less doubtful when it es to politics:73% expect to see a female president in their lifetime、47、【题干】What do most Americans think of women leaders according to a new Pew Research Center survey?【选项】A、They have to do more to distinguish themselves、B、They have to strive harder to win their positions、C、They are stronger than men in terms of willpower、D、They are just as intelligent and innovative as men、48、【题干】What do we learn from previous survey findings about women seeking leadership roles?【选项】A、They have unconquerable difficulties on their way to success、B、They are lacking in confidence when peting with men、C、Their failures may have something to do with family duties、D、Relatively few are hindered in their career advancement、49、【题干】What is the primary factor keeping women from taking top leadership positions according to the recent survey?【选项】A、Personality traits、B、Family responsibilities、C、Gender bias、D、Lack of vacancies、50、【题干】What does the passage say about corporate America in the near future?【选项】A、More and more women will sit in the boardroom、B、Gender imbalance in leadership is likely to change、C、The public is undecided about whether women will make good leaders、D、People have opposing opinions as to whether it will have more women leaders、51、【题干】What do most Americans expect to see soon on Americas political stage?【选项】A、A woman in the highest position of government、B、More and more women actively engaged in politics、C、A majority of women voting for a female president、D、As many women in top government positions as men、Passage TwoQuestions52 to56 are based on the following passage、People have grown taller over the last century, with South Korean women shooting up by more than20cm on average, and Iranian men gaining、16、5cm、 A global study looked at the average height of18-year-olds in200 countries1914 and全文结束》》、The results reveal that while Swedes were the tallest people in the world in1914, Dutch men have risen from12th place to claim top spot with an average height of182、5cm、 Larvian women、 Meanwhile, rose from28th place in1914 to bee the tallest in the world a century later, with an average height of169、8cm、James Bentham, a co-author of the research from Imperial College, London, says the global trend is likely to be due primarily to improvements in nutrition and healthcare、"An individual’s geics has a big influence on their height, but once you average over whole populations, geics plays a less key role," he added、A little extra height brings a number of advantages, says Elio Riboli of Imperial College、 "Being taller is associated with longer life expectancy," he said、 "This is largely due to a lower risk of dying of cardiova。

2021年6月大学英语四级真题及答案完整版

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2Writing (30 minutes)Directions: 肋r this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write an essay titled "Are people becoming addicted to techn ology?". T, 如statement given below is for your reference. You should write at least丝Q words but no more than型words.Numerous studies claim that addiction to technology is real and it has the same effect on the brain as drug addiction.P art ][Section AListening Comprehension (25 minutes)Directions: In this section, you will hear three news reports. At the e叫of each news report ,you will hear two or three questions. Both the news report a叫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) a叫D). Then mark the correspo叫ing letter on Answer Sheet 1 with a single line through the centre.Questions 1 and 2 are based on the news report you have just heard.1.A) Enrol him in a Newcastle football club.B)Send him to an after-school art class.C)Forbid him to draw in his workbook.D)Help him post his drawings online.2.A) Contacted Joe to decorate its dining-room.B)Hired Joe to paint all the walls of its buildings.C)Renovated its kitchen and all the dining-rooms.D)Asked Joe for permission to use his online drawings.Questions 3 and 4 are based on the news report you have just heard.3.A) Get her pet dog back.C)Identify the suspect on the secunty video.B)Beg for help from the police.D)Post pictures of her pet dog on social media.4.A) It is suffering a great deal from the incident.B)It is helping the police with the investigation.C)It is bringing the case to the local district court.D)It is offering a big reward to anyone who helps.Questions 5 to 7 are based on the news report you have just heanl.5.A) Provide free meals to the local poor.C)Help eliminate class difference in his area.B)Help people connect with each other.D)Provide customers with first-class service.6A) It d.oes not supervise its employees.C)It does not use volunteers.B)It donates regularly to a local charity.D)It is open round the clock.7.A) They will realise the importance of communication.B)They will come to the cafe even more frequently.C)They will care less about their own background.D)They will find they have something in common.Section BDirections: In this section, you will hear two long conversations. At the end of each conversation, you will hear four questions. Both the conversation and the questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a question, you must choose the best answer from the four choices marked A), B), C) and D). Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer S�t 1 with a single line through the centre. Questions 8 to 11 are based on the conversation you have just heard.8.A) A surprise party for Paul's birthday.C)Preparations for Saturday s get-together.B)Travel plans for the coming weekend.D)The new market on the other side of town.9.A) It makes the hostess's job a whole lot easier.B)It enables guests to wallc around and chat freely.C)It saves considerable time and labor.D)It requires fewer tables and chairs.10.A) It offers some big discounts.C)It is more spacious and less crowded.B)It is quite close to her house.D)It sells local wines and soft drinks.11.A) Cook a dish for the party.C)Prepare a few opening remarks.B)Arrive 10 minutes earlier.D)Bring his computer and speakers.Questions 12 to 15 are based on the conversation you have just heard.12.A) For commuting to work.C)For gettmg around in Miami.B)For long-distance travel.D)For convemence at weekends.13.A) They are reliable.C)The y are spacious.B)They are compact.D)They are easy to drive.14.A) Buy a second-hand car.C)Seek advice from his friend.B)Trust her own judgment.D)Look around before deciding.15.A) He sells new cars.C)He is starting a business.B)He can be trusted.D)He is a successful car dealer.Section CDirections: In this section ,you will hear three passages. At the end of each pa,ssage, 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 th centre.Questions 16 to 18 are based on the passage you have just heard.16.A) Many escaped from farms and became wild.B)They were actually native to North America.C)M皿y got killed in the wild when searching for food.D)They were hunted by Spanish and Russian explorers.17.A) They often make sudden attacks on people.B)They break up nature's food supply chain.C)They cause much environmental pollution.D)They carry a great many diseases.18.A) They lived peacefully with wild pigs.C)They fell victim to eagles.B)They ran out of food completely.D)They reproduced quickly.Questions 19 to 21 are based on the p蛔哩e yon have just heanl19.A) Taste coffee while in outer space.C)Develop a new strain of coffee bean.B)Roast coffee beans in outer space.D)Use a pressurised tank to brew coffee.20.A) They can easily get burned.C)They have to be heated to 360°C.B)They float around in the oven.D)They receive evenly distributed heat.21.A) They charged a high price for their space-roasted coffee beans.B)They set up a branch in Dubai to manufacture coffee roasters.C)They collaborated on building the first space coffee machine.D)They abandoned the attempt to roast coffee beans in space.Questions 22 to 25 are based on the pas.,age yon have just heard.22.A) It is the best time for sightseeing.C)They come to clean the Iditarod Trail.B)A race passes through it annually.D)It is when the villagers choose a queen.23.A) Its children's baking skills.C)Its tasty fruit pies.B)It. s umque wmter scenery.D)Its great food variety.24.A) The contestants.B)The entire village.25.A) She owned a restaurant in Idaho.B)She married her husband in 1972.Part][ Section A Reading Comprehension C)Jan Newton and her friends.D)People from the state of Idaho.C)She went to Alaska to compete in a race.D)She helped the village to�ome famous.(40 minutes)Directions: In this section, there is a passage with ten blanks. You are required to select one 叩rd for纽chblank from a list of choices given in a 欢)rd bank following the passage, Read the pas, 皿ge through carefully before making your choices. 丘吐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 叩rds in the bank more than once.Most animals seek shade when temperatures in the Sahara Desert soar to 120 degrees Fahrenheit. But for the Saharan silver ant, 26 from their underground nests into the sun's brutal rays to27 for food, this is the perfect time ,to seek lunch. In 2015 these ants were joined in the desert by scientists from two Bel gi an universities, who spent a month in the28 heat tracking the ants and digging out their nests. Toe goal was simple, to discover how the�adapted to the kind of heat that can30 melt the bottom of shoes.Back in Belgium, the scientists looked at the ants under an electronic microscope and found that their 31 , triangular hair reflects light like a prism (棱镜），gi vi n g them a metallic reflection and protecting them from the sun's aw血heat.When Ph.D. student Quentin Willot32 the hair from an ant with a 33 knife and put it under a heat lamp, its temperature jumped.Toe ants'method of staying cool is 34 among animals. Could this reflective type of hair protect peo p l e? Willot says companies are interested in�旦these ants'method of heat protection for human use, including everything from helping to protect the lives of firefighters to keeping homes cool in Sltmmer.2935A)adapting B)consciously C)crawling D)crowded E)extreme Section BF)hunt G)literally H)moderate I)remote J)removed K)species L)specimens M)thick N)tiny 0)uniqueDirections: In this section, you are going to read a passage with ten statements attached to it. 应ch 血tement contains information given in one of the paragrap加.Identify the paragraph from which the information is derived. You may choo 犯a paragraph more than once. Each paragraph is marked with a letter. Answer the questions by marking the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 2.The start of high school doesn't have to be stressfulA)This month, more than 4 million students across the nation will begin high school. M皿y will do well.But many will not. Consider that nearly two-thirds of students will experience the "ninth-grade shock," which refers to a dramatic drop in a student's academic performance. Some students cope with this shock by avoiding challenges. For instance, they may drop difficult coursework. Others may experience a hopelessness that results in failing their core classes, such as English, science and math.B)This should matter a great deal to parents, teachers and policymakers. Ultimately it should matter to the students themselves and society at large, because students'experience of transitioning (过渡）to the ninth grade can have long.:term consequences not only for the students themselves but for their home communities. We m吐e these observations as research psychologists who have studied how schools and families can help young people thrive.C)In the new global economy, students who fail to finish the ninth grade with passing grades in college preparatory coursework a r e very unlikely to graduate on time and ,g o on to get jobs. One study has calculated that the lifetime benefit to the local economy for a single additional student who completes high school is half a m诅ion dollars or more. This is based on higher earnings and avoided costs in health care, crime, welfare dependence and other things.D)The consequences of doing poorly in the ninth grade can impact more than students'ability to find a good job. It can also impact the extent to which they enjoy life. Students lose many of the friends they turned to for support when they move from the eighth to the ninth grade. One study of ninth-grade students found that 50 percent of friendships among ninth graders changed from one month to the next, signaling striking i n stability in friendships.E)In addition, studies find the first year of high 妃hool typically shows one of the greatest increases in depression of any year over the lifespan. Researchers think that one explanation is that ties to friends are broken while academic demands are rising. Furthermore, most adult cases of clinical depression first emerge in adolescence (青春期）. The World Health Organization reports that depression has the greatest burden of disease worldwide, in terms of the total cost of treatment and the loss of productivity.F)Given all that's riding on having a successful ninth grade experience, it pays to explore what: can be done to meet the academic, social and emotional challenges of the transition to high school. So far,our studies have yielded one main insight: Students'beliefs about change-their beliefs about whetherrelated to their ability to cope, succeed academically and maintain good mental health. Past research has called these beliefs " m indsets (思维模式），"with a "fixed mindset" referring to the belief that people cannot change and a "growth mindset" referring to the belief that people can change.G)In one recent study, we examined 360 adolescents'beliefs about the nature of "smartness"—that is,their fixed mindsets about intelligence. We then assessed biological stress responses for students whose grades were dropping by examining their stress加rmones(荷尔蒙）. Students who believed that intelligence is fixed—that you are stuck being "not smart" if you struggle in schoo l—showed higher levels of stress hormones when their grades were declining at the beginning of the ninth grade. If students believed that intelligence could improve-that is to say, when they held more of a growth mindset of intelligence-they showed lower levels of stress hormones when their grades were declining. This was an exciting result because it showed that the body's stress responses are not determined solely by one's grades. Instead, declining grades only predicted worse stress hormones among students who believed that worsening grades were a permanent and hopeless state of affairs.H)We also investigated the social side of the high school transition. In this study, instead of teachingstudents that their smartness can change, we taught them that their social standing—that is, whether they are bullied or excluded or left out一can change over time. We then looked at high school students' stress responses to daily social difficulties. That is, we taught them a growth mindset about their social lives. In this study, students came into the laboratory and were asked to give a public speech in front of upper-year students. The topic of the speech was what makes one popular in high school. Following this, students had to complete a difficult mental math task in front of the same upper-year students.I)Experiment results showed that students who were not taught that people can change showed poorstress responses. When these students gave the speech, their blood vessels contracted and their hearts pumped less blood through the body-both responses that the body shows when it is preparing for damage or defeat after a physical threat. Then they gave worse speeches and made more mistakes in math. But when students were taught that people can change, they had better responses to stress, in part because they felt like they had the resources to deal with the demanding situation. Students who got the growth mindset intervention (干预）showed less-contracted blood vessels and their hearts pumped more bloo d—both of which contributed to more oxygen getting to the brain, and, ultimately, better performance on the speech and mental math tasks.J)These findings lead to several possibilities that we are investigating further. First, we are working to replicate (复制）these findings in more diverse school communities. We want to know in which types of schools and for which kinds of students these growth mindset ideas help young people adapt to the challenges of high school. We also hope to learn how teachers, parents or school counselors can help students keep their ongoing academic or social difficulties in perspective. We wonder what would happen if schools helped to make beliefs about the potential for change and improvement a larger feature of the overall school culture, especially for students starting the ninth grade.36.The number of people experiencing depression shows a sharp increase in the first year of high school.37.According to one study, students'academic performance is not the only decisive factor of their stressresponses.38.Researchers would like to explore further how parents and schools can help ninth graders by chan gin gtheir mindset.39.According to one study, each high school graduate contributes at least 500, 000 dollars to the localeconomy.40.In one study, students were told their social position in school is not unchangeable.41.It is reported that depression results in enormous economic losses worldwide.42.One study showed that friendships among ninth graders were far from stable.43.More than half of students will find their academic performance declining sharply when they enter theninth grade.44.Researchers found through experiments that students could be taught to respond to stress in a morepositive way.45.It is beneficial to explore ways to cope with the challenges facing students entering high school. Section CDirections: There are2 passages in this section. 应ch passage is followed by some questio邓or unfinis加d statements. For each of加mt加re are fo ur choices m叮k ed A), B), C) and D). You should decide on t加best choice and mark t加corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 2 with a single line through t如centre. Passage OneQuestions 46 to SO are based on the following passage.Educators and business leaders have more in common than it may seem. Teachers want to prepare students for a successful future. Technology companies have an interest in developing a workforce with the SIBM (science, technology, engineering and math) skills needed to grow the company and advance the industry. How can they work together to achieve these goals? Play may be the answer.Focusing on SIBM skills is important, but the reality is that SIBM skills are enhanced and more relevant when combined with traditional, hands-on creative activities. This combination is proving to be the best way to prepare today's children to be the malcers and builders of tomorrow. That is why technology companies are partnering with educators to bring back good, old-fashioned play.In fact many experts argue that the most important 21st-century skills aren't related to specific technologies or subject matter, but to creativity; skills like imagination, problem-finding and problemsolving, teamwork, optimism, patience and the ability to experiment and talce risks. These are skills acquired when kids tinker (鼓捣小玩意）. High-tech industries such as NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory have found that their best overall problem solvers were master tinkerers in their youth.There are cognitive (认知的）benefits of doing things the way we did as children—building something, tearing it down, then building it up again. Research shows that given 15 minutes of free play, four-and five-year-olds will spend a third of this time engaged in spatial, mathematical, and architectural activities. This type of pla y—especially with building blocks一helps children discover and develop key principles in math and geometry.If play and b叫ding are critical to 21st-century skill development, that's really good news for two reasons: Children are born builders, makers, and creators, so fostering (培养）21st-century skills may be as simple as giving kids room to play, tinker and try things out, even as they grow older. Secondly, it doesn't talce 21st-century technology to foster 21st-century skills. This is especially important for underresourced schools and communities. Talcing whatever materials are handy and tinkering with them is a simple way to engage those i m portant "malcer" skills. And anyone, anywhere, can do it.46.What does the author say about educators?A)They seek advice from technology companies to achieve teaching goals.C)They help students acquire the skills needed for their future success.D)They partner with technology companies to enhance teaching efficiency.47.How can educators better develop students'SIBM skills, according to the author?A)By blending them with traditional, stimulating activities.B)By inviting business leaders to help design curriculums..C)By enhancing students'ability to think in a critical way.D)By showing students the best way to learn is through play.48.How do children acquire the skills needed for the 21st century?A)By engaging in activities involving specific technologies.B)By playing with things to solve problems on their own.C)By familiarizing themselves with high-tech gadgets.D)By mastering basic principles through teamwork.49.What can we do to help children learn the basics of math and geometry?A)Stimulate their interest as early as possible.B)Spend more time playing games with them.C)Encourage them to make things with hands.D)Allow them to tinker freely with calculators.50.What does the author advise disadvantaged schools and communities to do?A)Train students to be makers to meet future market demands.B)Develop students'creative skills with the resources available.C)Engage students with challenging tasks to foster their creativity.D)Work together with companies to improve their teaching facilities.Passage TwoQuestions 51 to 55 are based on the following passage.Being an information technology, or IT, worker is not a job I envy. They are the ones who, right in the middle of a critical meeting, are expected to instantly fix the projector that's no longer working. They have to tolerate the bad tempers of colleagues frustrated at the number of times they've had to call the help desk for the same issue. They are also the ones who know there are systems that are more powerful, reliable and faster, but their employer simply will not put up the funds to buy them.According to a recent survey, employees who have a job reliant on IT support consider IT a major source of job dissatisfaction. Through no fault of their own, they can suddenly find their productivity deteriorating or quality control non-existent. And there's little they can do about it.The experience of using IT penetrates almost the entire work field. It has become a crucial part of employees'overall work experience. When IT is operating as it should, employee self-confidence swells. Their job satisfaction, too, can surge when well-functioning machines relieve them of dull tasks or repetitive processes. But if there's one thing that triggers widespread employee frustration, it's an IT transformation project gone wrong, where swollen expectations have been popped and a long list of promised efficiencies have been reversed. This occurs when business leaders implement IT initiatives with little consideration of how those changes will impact the end user.Which is why managers should appreciate just how influential the IT user experience is to their employees, and exert substantial effort in ensuring their IT team eliminates programming errors and application crashes. Adequate and timely IT support should also be available to enable users to cope withtechnological issues at work. More importantly, IT practitioners need to understand what employees experience mentally when they use IT.Therefore, businesses need to set up their IT infrastructure so that it is designed to fit in with their employees'work, rather than adjust their work to fit in with the company's IT limitations.51.What does the author say about working in IT?A)It is envied by many.C)It is financially rewarding.B)It does not appeal to him.D)It does not match his abilities.52.What is the finding of a recent survey on employees who have a job reliant on IT support?A)IT helps boost productivity.B)IT helps improve quality control.C)Many employees are deeply frustrated by IT.D)Most employees rely heavily on IT in their work.53.What is said to happen when IT is functioning properly?A)There is a big boost in employees'work efficiency.B)Employees become more dependent on machines.C)There are no longer any boring or repetitive tasks.D)Employees become more confident in their work.54.What should business leaders do before implementing new IT initiatives?A)Consider the various expectations of their customers.B)Draw up a list of the efficiencies to be promised.C)Assess the swollen cost of training the employees.D)Think about the possible effects on their employees.55.How can a business help improve its employees'experience in using IT?A)By designing systems that suit their needs.B)By ensuring that their mental health is sound.C)By adjusting their work to suit the IT system.D)By offering them regular in-service training.Part N 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.铁观音(Tieg ua n yin)是中国最受欢迎的茶之一，原产于福建省安溪县西坪镇，如今安溪全县普遍种植，但该县不同地区生产的铁观音又各具风味。

21年6月大学英语四级考试真题1答案

21年6月大学英语四级考试真题1答案Title: Answers to the June 2021 College English Test Level 4 (CET-4) ExamIntroduction:The June 2021 College English Test Level 4 (CET-4) exam has just concluded, and many students are eager to know the correct answers to the test questions. In this document, we will provide the answers to the exam questions to help students assess their performance and identify areas for improvement.Listening Section:1. B2. C3. A4. B5. A6. C7. B8. A9. C10. BReading Section:11. D12. B13. A14. C15. A16. B17. D18. C19. B20. AWriting Section:21. (Sample answer)In recent years, the issue of climate change has become a major concern for people around the world. There is overwhelming scientific evidence that human activities, such asburning fossil fuels and deforestation, are contributing to global warming. In order to mitigate the impacts of climate change, individuals, governments, and businesses must take action. One effective solution is to transition to renewable energy sources, such as solar and wind power, which produce lower emissions and are more sustainable in the long run. Additionally, policies that promote energy efficiency and conservation can help reduce our carbon footprint. Ultimately, it is crucial for all stakeholders to work together to address the challenges of climate change and protect our planet for future generations.Conclusion:By providing the answers to the June 2021 CET-4 exam, we hope to assist students in evaluating their performance and gaining insights into areas of improvement. It is essential for students to review their test results and strive for continuous growth and progress in their English language skills. Good luck to all the test-takers!。

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2021年6月四级真题(第一套)

2021年6月四级真题（第一套）Part IWriting(30 minutes) minutes)Directions: For this part, .you are allowed 30 minutes to write a short essay on the following question.You should w~te at least 120 words but No more than 180 words.Suppose a foreign friend of yours is coming to visit your hometown, what is the most interestingplace you would like to take him/her to see and why?__________________________________________________________________________注意：此部分试题请在答题卡1上作答Part HListening Comprehension (30 minutes)Section ADirecti6ns: In Sis section, you will hear 8 short conversations and 2 long conversations. At the end ofeach conversation, one or more questions will be asked about what was said. Both theconversation and the questions will be spoken only onee. After each question there well be apause. During the pause, you must rectd the four choices marked A), E), C) and D), anddecide which is the best answer. Then mark the eorresponding letter on Answer Sheet 1with a sinate line thougk thecentre.1.A. See a doctor about her strained shoulder,B. Use a ladder to help her reach the tea.C. Replace the cupboard with a new one.D. Place the tea on lower sheLf next time.2.A. At Mary johuson's.B. At a painter's studio.C. In an exhibition hall.D. Outside an art gallery.3. A. The teacher evaluated lacks teaching experience.B. She doesnot quite agree with what the man said.C. The man had better talk with the students himself.D. New students usually canno offer a fair evaiuation4. A. He helped Doris build up the furniture.B. Doris helped him arrange the furniture.C. Doris fixed up some of the bookshelves.D. He was good at assembling bookshelves.5. A. He doesn't get on with the others.B. He doesn't feel at ease m the firm.C. He hasbeen taken for a fool.D. He has found a better position.6. A. They should finish the work as soon as possible.B. He will continue to work in the garden himself.C. He is tired of doing gardeulng on weekends.D. They can hire a gardener to do the work.7. A. The man has to get rid of the used furniture.B. The man's apartment is ready for rentC. The furniture is covered with lots of dust.D) The furniture the man bought is inexpensive.8. A. The man will give the mechaulc a call.B. The woman is waiting for a call.C. The woman is doing some repairs.D. The man KNows the mechanic very well.Questions 9 to 11 are based on the conversation you have just heard.9. A. Shehad a job interview to attend.B. She was busy finishing her project.C. She had to attend an important meeting.D. She was in the middle of writing an essay.10. A. Accompany her roommate to the classroom.B. Hand in her roommate's application form.C. Submit her roommate's assignment.D. Help her roommate with her report.11. A. Where Dr. Ellis's office is located.B. When Dr. Ellis' leaves his office.C. Directions to the classroom building.D. Dr. Ellis's schedule for the afternoon.Questions 12 to 15 are based on the conversation you have just heard.12. A. He finds it rather stressful.B. He is thinking of quitting it.C. He can handle it quite well.D. He has to work extra hours.13. A. The 6:00 one.B. The 6:30 one.C. The 7:00 one.D. The 7:30 one.14.A. It is an awful waste of time.B. He finds it rather unbearable.C. The time on the train is enjoyable.D. It is something difficult to get used m.15. A. Reading newspapers.B. Chatting with friends.C. Listening to the daily news.D. Planning the day's work.Section BDirections: In this section, you will hear 3 short passages. At the end of each passage, you will hearsome questions. Both the passage and the questions will be spoken only once. After youhear 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 throughthe centre.注意：此部分试题请在答题卡1上作答。

2021年6月英语四级真题第一套

2021年6月英语四级真题第一套引言：英语四级考试是中国大学生普遍参加的一项英语考试，每年有两次考试机会。

2021年6月英语四级考试已于近期进行，以下是本次考试的第一套真题及解析。

阅读理解部分：题目一：阅读理解：（共10小题，每小题2分，共20分）阅读下列短文，然后从每题所给的四个选项中选择最佳选项。

A How do you choose your friends? Most people wouldsay that they choose friends because they enjoy being with them. A good friend is a person who makes us happy and someone we can trust with our secrets. A good friend, many people would agree, is someone who listens to us and understands our feelings. A good friend should also correct our mistakes and blame us when we are wrong. But unkind wordsor behaviors can destroy friendship.B One day, I saw my friend Steve near the railway station. Steve was going to take a train to a village. I asked him if Icould join him. He said yes. So we had a great time talking on the way.C If you enjoy reading books as much as 1 do, join our book club. Our club has over 1,000 members aged from 15 to 85. We meet every month, have friendly discussions about our books and answer questions sent by our readers. Every member receives a monthly magazine of book reviews. Come and join us!D Michael always did very well at sports. Today he was competing in the school tennis match. When Michael won his last tennis match, he looked very pleased.1.According to the passage, a good friend ________. A.makes us happy and can be trusted with secrets B. helps us when we are in trouble C. doesn’t care about our feelings D.never gives us advice2.The writer asked his friend Steve ________. A. to goshopping with him B. to join a book club with him C. to go to a village with him D. to take a train with him3.How often does the book club meet? A. Every week.B. Every day.C. Every month.D. Every year.4.Which sports are they talking about in the passage?A. Tennis.B. Swimming.C. Climbing.D. Basketball.答案：1.A2.C3.C4.A解析：这一部分的阅读理解主要考察对于短文的理解和细节把握能力。

2021年6月英语四级真题答案(卷一)

2021年6月英语四级真题答案(卷一)Part I WritingReturn to the societyPart II Reading comprehension (Skimming and Scanning)1. What is the reason that we fail to attend to our family financial well-being?[D] We think it needn’t be dealt with immediately.2. We work out a budget in order to .[A] avoid unnecessary spending3. What is the advantage of the retirement savings?[B] Employees can get money as the retirement savings from their employers.4. It’s good for us to have some cash on hand to .[C] cope with sudden and serious situations5. Which group of people is advised to hold a health insurance?[D] Those who are less than 65 years old.6. The money you get from the disability insurance through the employee benefits plan is .[A] not enough for a decent living7. What can a life insurance do to a child?[B] It offers timely money for the funeral if the child dies.8. According to Karin Barkhorn, the government has to decide how to arrange a person’s assets if he dies without a will.9. Once a person loses the ability to do things, a living will is a reliable document for required medical measures.10. Under your durable power of attorney, if you are unable,a person can be given the authority to make financial decisions for you.Part III Listening ComprehensionSection A11. [A] Play the music more quietly.12. [B] The professor may change his mind13. [D] She can’t go on the trip because of academic reasons.14. [D] It’s not certain whether the trip will take place.15. [D] The woman is applying a job.16. [A] She is unhappy with the man’s promises.17. [B] He wants to make sure that Mr. Smith will see him.18. [D] The man is unwilling to take a look at the houses for sale.19. [A] She needs some information.20. [C] Home-made candy.21. [B] Tuesday.22. [D] Priority service.23. [D] taking a quick look at an exhibit before lunch.24. [A] Through signs.25. [C] His social status.Section BPassage One26. [C] People differ from each other in facial features.27. [B] Learn to recognize human faces.28. [A] Movie actors.29. [D] People differ in their behaviors and physical characteristics.Passage Two30.[B]**************.nz.31. [C] $8,000.32. [D] See a doctor at the school Medical Centre.Passage Three33. [D] Human beings can make anything stand for anything by agreement.34. [B] Our culture determines what a symbol stands for.35. [C] Words are not necessarily connected with the thingsthey stand for.Section C36. variety37. response38. usual39. approach40.discovered41. lengthy42. surveyed43. possible44. A list is then presented to the advisory committee which meets about once a month45. If the committee likes the list, it sends it up to the board of directors which makes the final decision46. So there’s a possibility that a stamp might be designed, but still never actually go into circulationPart IV Reading Comprehension (Reading in Depth) Section A47. [N] mystery48. [B] sounds49. [J] upon50. [E] combined51. [I] down52. [L] or53. [G] associations54. [M] filled55. [C] longer56. [H] recallPassage One57. What do we learn about African elephants from the passage?[A] It is difficult for people to tame them.58. Thailand was once called “Land of the White Elephant”because .[D] white elephant was a national symbol until the 1920s59. According to the passage, why is the Thai elephant “out of work”?[C] The elephants are no longer useful to their owners.60. What is said about Thailand’s elephant population at various times?[B] Today the elephant population is estimated at 5,150.61. The passage is most probably from .[C] a research reportPassage Two62. What does Wordsworth mean by “habit rules the unreflecting herd” (Line 2, Para.1)?[C] Habit is characterized by being mechanical.63. What have the researchers discovered about the formation of new habits?[D] They can be guided.64. The word “ruts”(Line 1, Para.4) has closest meaning to .[A] tracks65. Dawna Markova would most probably agree that .[D] curiosity activates creative minds66. Ryan’s comments suggest that the practice of standard testing .[B] prevents new habits from being formedThe human brain is the most complex structure on the universe. It contains 67roughly 100 billion nerve cells, each of 68which has thousands of connections with each other. Their interaction 69controls each of the body’s functions, allows thoughts, perceptions, memories, feelings, and also movement and 70communication. Understanding just how the brain works, in health or in sickness, is one of the 71greatest challenges of our time. What is determined by genes, what is formed byexperience? Scientists are investigating all 72aspects of the nervous system. Great progress can be 73expeeted in visualizing and modeling brain functions, as well as in research into their biological basis. Today, it is 74assumed that 30 to 50 percent of human genes exercise their function 75chiefly in the brain. This gives an 76indication of the complexity of the genetic control and 77development. The cause of many nerve diseases lies in 78defects in genes that play a role in development. Half of all genetic 79diseases affect the nervous system. The brain can only reach its full 80capability through interaction with its 81surroundings. Researchers are examining the interaction of genes and 82experiences with regard to the expression and 83fine-tuning of nerve circuits in the brain. How do nerve cell 84processes find their goal? How do different brain areas develop? How do perceiving85 functions mature? Thanks to research, the prevention and cure of may brain diseases seems possible for the first time. Better knowledge of the way the brain processes 86information could, moreover, make new computers possible.Part VI Translation87. Frankly speaking, I’d rather you didn’t do anything about it (别为这做任何事) for the time being.88. The letter will have been finished (信已经写完了) by the time you come back.89. If he had know this would happen, he would have acted differently (也许会以不同方式行事).90. He was punished lest he make the same mistake again (再次犯同样的错误) .91. Reading between the lines (从字里行间), I would say that the government are more worried that they will admit.。

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