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2024英语六级试题及答案

2024英语六级试题及答案一、听力理解（共30分）1. A) The man is a professor.B) The man is a student.C) The man is a librarian.D) The man is a writer.答案：C2. A) The woman is looking for a job.B) The woman is looking for a house.C) The woman is looking for a book.D) The woman is looking for a restaurant.答案：A3. A) The man is late for the meeting.B) The man is early for the meeting.C) The man is on time for the meeting.D) The man is not attending the meeting.答案：A二、阅读理解（共40分）1. What is the main idea of the passage?A) The importance of teamwork.B) The benefits of working alone.C) The drawbacks of group projects.D) The challenges of managing a team.答案：A2. According to the passage, which of the following is true?A) Teamwork always leads to success.B) Teamwork can be more efficient than working alone.C) Teamwork is only beneficial in certain situations.D) Teamwork is always less efficient than working alone.答案：C3. What is the author's opinion on team dynamics?A) They are essential for success.B) They are not important in modern work environments.C) They can be detrimental to productivity.D) They are only relevant in large organizations.答案：A三、完形填空（共20分）1. A) DespiteB) AlthoughC) BecauseD) If答案：A2. A) wasB) wereC) isD) are答案：B3. A) thatB) whichC) itD) this答案：B四、翻译（共10分）1. 随着科技的发展，我们的生活变得越来越方便。

2023年6月英语六级听力试题及答案

2023年6月英语六级考试真题Part III Listening Comprehension(35 minutes)Section ADirections:In this section you will hear 8 short conversations and 2 long conversations. At the end of each conversation, one or more questions will be asked about what was said. Both the conversations and the questions will be spoken only once. After each question there will be a pause. During the pause, you must read the four choices marked A), B), C) and D), and decide which is the best answer. Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 2 with a single line through the centre.注意：此部分试题请在答题卡2上作答。

11. A) She has completely recovered.B) She went into shock after an operation.C) She is still in a critical condition.D) She is getting much better.12. A) Ordering a breakfast. C) Buying a train ticket.B) Booking a hotel room. D) Fixing a compartment.13. A) Most borrowers never returned the books to her.B) The man is the only one who brought her book back.C) She never expected anyone to return the books to her.D) Most of the books she lent out came back without jackets.14. A) She left her work early to get some bargains last Saturday.B) She attended the supermarket’s grand opening ceremony.C) She drove a full hour before finding a parking space.D) She failed to get into the supermarket last Saturday.15. A) He is bothered by the pain in his neck.B) He cannot do his report without a computer.C) He cannot afford to have a coffee break.D) He feels sorry to have missed the report.16. A) Only top art students can show their works in the gallery.B) The gallery space is big enough for the man’s paintings.C) The woman would like to help with the exhibition layout.D) The man is uncertain how his art works will be received.17. A) The woman needs a temporary replacement for her assistant.B) The man works in the same department as the woman does.C) The woman will have to stay in hospital for a few days.D) The man is capable of dealing with difficult people.18. A) It was better than the previous one.B) It dist orted the mayor’s speech.C) It exaggerated the city’s economy problems.D) It reflected the opinions of most economists.Questions 19 to 22 are based on the conversation you have just heard.19. A) To inform him of a problem they face.B) To request him to purchase control desks.C) To discuss the content of a project report.D) To ask him to fix the dictating machine.20. A) They quote the best price in the market.B) They manufacture and sell office furniture.C) They cannot deliver the steel sheets on time.D) They cannot produce the steel sheets needed21. A) By marking down the unit price.B) By accepting the penalty clauses.C) By allowing more time for delivery.D) By promising better after-sales service.22. A) Give the customer a ten percent discount.B) Claim compensation from the steel suppliers.C) Ask the Buying Department to change suppliers.D) Cancel the contract with the customer.Questions 23 to 25 are based on the conversation you have just heard.23. A) Stockbroker. C) Mathematician.B) Physicist. D) Economist.24. A) Improve computer programming.B) Predict global population growth.C) Explain certain natural phenomena.D) Promote national financial health.25. A) Their different educational backgrounds.B) Changing attitudes toward nature.C) Chaos theory and its applications.D) The current global economic crisis.Section BDirections: In this section you will hear 3 short passages. At the end of each passage, you will hear some 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 2 with a single line through the centre.注意：此部分试题请在答题卡2上作答。

英语六级考试CET-6真题+参考答案(3套)

2013年12月大学英语六级考试真题(第1套）Part IDWriting(30 minutes)(请干正式开考后半小时内完成该部分，之后将迸行听力考试）Directions:For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write an essay on happiness by referring to the saying “Happiness is not the absence of problems, but the ability to deal with them.，，You can cite examples to illustrate your point and then explain how you can develop your ability to deal with problems and be happy. You should write at least 150 words but no more than 200 words.Part II Listening Comprehension (30 minutes)Section ADirections:/n this section, you will hear 8 short conversations and 2 long conversations. At theend of each conversation, one or more questions will be asked about what was said. Both the conversation and the questions will be spoken only once. After each question there will be a pause. During the pause, you must read the four choices marked A), B), C) and D), and decide which is the best answer. Then mark the corresponding letter on Ans^wer Sheet 1 with a single line through the centre.注意:此部分试题请在答题卡1上作答。

2023年6月六级试题真题word版可编辑

2023年6月大学英语六级考试真题（第一套）Part I Writing (30 minutes)Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write an essay that begins with the sentence "Today there is a growing awareness that mental well-being needs to be given as much attention as physical health." You can make comments, cite examples or use your personal experiences to develop your essay. You should write at least 150 words but no more than 200 words.Part ⅡListening Comprehension (30 minutes)Section AIn 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 was spacious and tranquil.B)It was warm and comfortable.C)It was shabby and solitary.D) It was tiny and noisy.2.A) She no longer hates people talking loudly in the dorm.B)She misses her roommates she used to complain about.C)She begins to enjoy the movies she once found irritating.D) She finds the crowded dorm as cozy as her new apartment.3.A)He found the apartment perfectly furnished.B) He had a feeling of despair and frustration.C) He had a similar feeling to the woman's.D) He felt the new place was like paradise.4.A)Go to see the woman's apartment.B)Make a phone call to his parents.C)Buy some furniture for the woman.D)Decorate the woman's apartment.Questions 5 to 8 are based on the conversation you have just heard.5.A) He works as a literary critic.B)He hosts an educational program.C) He has initiated a university reform.D) He has published a book recently.6.A) It fails to keep up with the radical changes of society.B) It fails to ensure universities get sufficient resources.C) It has not prepared young people for the job market.D) It has not fostered the growth of the arts disciplines.7.A)More of the budget should go to science and technology.B)The underfunded music discipline should be prioritized.C)Subdisciplines like sculpture should get more funding.D) Literature should get as much funding as engineering.8.A)Build a prosperous nation.B)Make skilled professionals.C)Create ingenious artists.D) Cultivate better citizens.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 quite common.B) It is rarely noticed.C)It seldom annoys people.D) It occurs when one is alone.10.A)Seeing things in black and white.B)Engaging in regular contemplation.C)Having a special understanding of creativity.D) Knowing how to make their mental batteries work.11.A)Engaging in intense activity.B)Fantasizing in one's down time.C)Working on a particular project.D)Reflecting during one's relaxation.Questions 12 to 15 are based on the passage you have just heard.12.A)Farmers helped Native Americans grow crops.B)There were expansive university campuses.C) There existed post offices.D)Migrants found gold there.13.A)It helped to boost the economy in the American West.B)It provided job opportunities for many gold seekers.C)It extended the influence of the federal government.D) It kept people in the deserts and plains connected.14.A) It employed Native Americans to work as postmen.B)It commissioned private wagons to carry the mail.C)It subsidized the locals who acted as postmasters.D) It centralized postal services in its remote areas.15.A)He analyzed interactive maps of mail routes.B)He read a large collection of books on the topic.C)He examined its historical trends with data science.D) He collected data about its impact on local business.Sections C:Directions; 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. 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 16 to 18 are based on the recording you have just heard.16.A)Higher levels of anxiety may improve people's memory.B) Some experiences are easier to remember than others.C)Most people tend to remember things selectively.D) Simple things may leave a deep impression on one's memory.17.A) They classified the participants' mindset.B) They showed some photos to the participants.C) They measured the participants' anxiety levels.D) They tested the size of the participants' vocabulary.18.A)Anxiety has become a serious problem for an increasing number of people.B)Extreme levels of anxiety can adversely affect cognitive performance.C)People diagnosed with anxiety disorder may forget things selectively.D)There is no direct correlation between memory and levels of anxiety.Questions 19 to 21 are based on the recording you have just heard.19.A)They compare products from different companies before making a choice.B) They get information from other consumers' postings and comments.C) They lose patience when their phone call is no promptly answered.D)They expect to get instantaneous responses to their inquiry.20.A)Giving them rewards on the spot.B) Broadening their scope of interest.C) Speaking directly to their emotions.D) Focusing on the details of the product.21.A) Change the rules of the game in the market every year.B) Keep up with the latest technological developments.C)Learn from technological innovators to do business.D)Make greater efforts to build up consumers' confidence.Questions 22 to 25 are based on the recording you have just heard.22.A) People have only one social engagement per week.B) Working together enhances friendship.C)Few people have devoted friends.D) Friendships benefit work.23.A) The impact of friends on people's self-esteem.B)How supportive friends can be in the workplace.C)How to boost one's sense of value and worthiness.D) The role of family ties in people's mental well-being.24.A) They show little interest in their friends' work.B) They tend to be much more difficult to make.C) They are more trustworthy and reliable.D) They increase people's job satisfaction.25.A)Allow employees to have a flexible work schedule.B) Encourage employees to be friends with colleagues.C) Help employees balance work and family responsibilities.D) Organize activities to nourish friendships outside of work.Part ⅡReading 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.Scientists recently examined studies on dog intelligence and compared them with research into the minds of other intelligent animals. The researchers found that dogs are among the more intelligent carnivores(食肉动物),social hunters and domestic animals, but that their intelligence does not 26 other intelligent animals in any of those categories. Though a significant body of research has examined dog cognition 27 , the authors of this new study found little to warrant the 28 of work that has been devoted to the topic.Stephen Lea, lead author of the new study, argues that many researchers seem to have designed their studies to 29 how clever dogs are, rather than simply to study dogs' brains. Lea and a colleague examined more than 300 studies of dog cognition, comparing the studies' results with those from research into other animals. The researchers made specific comparisons between the different species in different categories of intelligence. These comparisons 30 that dogs are intelligent, but their intelligence is not as 31 as some researchers might have believed.In many areas, though, comparisons were not possible. For example, the researchers noted that both dogs and cats are known to be able to recognize and 32 human voices. But the investigators could not find any data to indicate which species can remember a greater number of 33 human voices, so it was impossible to compare the two on that front. However, not all researchers agree 34 with the findings of this study. Zachary Silver, an American researcher, believes the authors of the new study 35 the idea that an excessive amount of research has been devoted to dogs, as the field of dog cognition is young, and there is much to be learned about how dogs think.Section BDirections; In this section, you are going to read a passage with ten statements attachedto 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.The lifesaving power of gratitudeA)Gratitude may be more beneficial than we commonly suppose. One recent study asked participants to write a note of thanks to someone and then estimate how surprised and happy the recipient would feel-an impact that they consistently underestimated. Another study assessed the health benefits of writing thank-you notes. The researchers found that writing as few as three weekly thank-you notes over the course of three weeks improved life satisfaction, increased happy feelings and reduced symptoms of depression.B)While this research into gratitude is relatively new, the principles involved are anything but. Students of mine in a political philosophy course at Indiana University are reading Daniel Defoe's 300-year-old Robinson Crusoe, often regarded as the first novel published in English. Left alone on an unknown island with no apparent prospect of rescue or escape, Crusoe has much to lament (悲叹). But instead of giving in to despair, he makes a list of things for which he is grateful, including the fact that he is the sole survivor from the shipwreck(海难)and has been able to salvage many useful items from the wreckage.C)Defoe's masterpiece, which is often ranked as one of the world's greatest novels, provides a portrait of gratitude in action that is as timely and relevant today as it has ever been. It is also one with which contemporary psychology and medicine are just beginning to catch up. Simply put, for most of us, it is far more helpful to focus on the things in life for which we can express gratitude than those that incline us toward resentment and lamentation.D)When we focus on the things we regret, such as failed relationships, family disputes, and setbacks in career and finance, we tend to become more regretful. Conversely, when we focus on the things we are grateful for, a greater sense of happiness tends to spread through our lives. And while no one would argue for cultivating a false sense of blessedness, there is mounting evidence that counting our blessings is one of the best habits we can develop to promote mental and physical health.E) Gratitude has long enjoyed a privileged position in many of the world's cultural traditions. For example, some ancient Western philosophers counsel gratitude that is both enduring and complete, and some Eastern thinkers portray it as not merely an attitude but a virtue to be put into practice.F)Recent scientific studies support these ancient teachings. Individuals who regularly engage in gratitude exercises, such as counting their blessings or expressing gratitude to others, exhibit increased satisfaction with relationships and fewer symptoms of physical illness. And the benefits are not only psychological and physical. They may also be moral—those who practice gratitude also view their lives less materialistically and suffer from less envy.G) There are multiple explanations for such benefits of gratefulness. One is the fact that expressing gratitude encourages others to continue being generous, thus promoting a virtuous cycle of goodnessin relationships. Similarly, grateful people may be more likely to reciprocate(回报) with acts of kindness of their own. Broadly speaking, a community in which people feel grateful to one another is likely to be a more pleasant place to live than one characterized by mutual suspicion and resentment. The beneficial effects of gratitude may extend even further. For example, when many people feel good about what someone else has done for them, they experience a sense of being lifted up, with a corresponding enhancement of their regard for humanity. Some are inspired to attempt to become better people themselves, doing more to help bring out the best in others and bringing more goodness into the world around them.H) Gratitude also tends to strengthen a sense of connection with others. When people want to do good things that inspire gratitude, the level of dedication in relationships tends to grow and relationships seem to last longer. And when people feel more connected, they are more likely to choose to spend their time with one another and demonstrate their feelings of affection in daily acts.I ) Of course, acts of kindness can also foster discomfort. For example, if people feel they are not worthy of kindness or suspect that some ulterior (别有用心的)motive lies behind it, the benefits of gratitude will not be realized. Likewise, receiving a kindness can give rise to a sense of indebtedness, leaving beneficiaries feeling that they must now pay back whatever good they have received. Gratitude can flourish only if people are secure enough in themselves and sufficiently trusting to allow it to do so. Another obstacle to gratitude is often called a sense of entitlement. Instead of experiencing a benefaction(善行)as a good turn, people sometimes regard it as a mere payment of what they are owed, for which no one deserves any moral credit.J) There are a number of practical steps anyone can take to promote a sense of gratitude. One is simply spending time on a regular basis thinking about someone who has made a difference, or perhaps writing a thank-you note or expressing such gratitude in person. Others are found in ancient religious disciplines, such as reflecting on benefactions received from another person or actually praying for the health and happiness of a benefactor. In addition to benefactions received, it is also possible to focus on opportunities to do good oneself, whether those acted on in the past or hoped for in the future. Some people are most grateful not for what others have done for them but for chances they enjoyed to help others. In regularly reflecting on the things in his life he is grateful for, Defoe's Crusoe believes that he becomes a far better person than he would have been had he remained in the society from which he originally set out on his voyage.K)Reflecting on generosity and gratitude, the great basketball coach John Wooden once offered two counsels to his players and students. First, he said, "It is impossible to have a perfect day unless you have done something for someone who will never be able to repay you.” In saying this, Wooden sought to promote purely generous acts, as opposed to those performed with an expectation of reward. Second, he said, "Give thanks for your blessings every day."L) Some faith traditions incorporate such practices into the rhythm of daily life. For example, adherents of some religions offer prayers of thanksgiving every morning before rising and every night before lying down to sleep. Others offer thanks throughout the day, such as before meals. Other less frequent special events, such as births, deaths and marriages, may also be heralded byM)When Defoe depicted Robinson Crusoe making thanksgiving a daily part of his island life, he was anticipating findings in social science and medicine that would not appear for hundreds of years. Yet he was also reflecting the wisdom of religious and philosophical traditions that extend back thousands of years. Gratitude is one of the healthiest and most nourishing of all states of mind, and those who adopt it as a habit are enriching not only their own lives but also the lives of those around them.36. It does us far more good to focus on things we can be grateful for than what makes us sad and resentful.37.The beneficial impacts of gratitude can extend from individuals to their community and to the wider society.38. The participants in a recent study repeatedly underestimated the positive effect on those who received thank-you notes.39. Good deeds can sometimes make people feel uncomfortable.40.People who regularly express gratitude can benefit in moral terms.41. A basketball coach advocated performing generous acts without expecting anything in return.42.More and more evidence shows it makes us mentally and physically healthier to routinely count our blessings.43. Of all states of mind, feeling grateful is considered one of the most healthy and beneficial.44.The principles underlying the research into gratitude are nothing new at all.45. Gratitude is likely to enhance one's sense of being connected with other people.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.Technology is never a neutral tool for achieving human ends. Technological innovations reshape people as they use these innovations to control their environment. Artificial intelligence, for example, is altering humanity.While the term AI conjures up anxieties about killer robots or catastrophic levels of unemployment, there are other, deeper implications. As AI increasingly shapes the human experience, how does this change what it means to be human? Central to the problem is a person's capacity to make choices, particularly judgments that have moral implications.Aristotle argued that the capacity for making practical judgments depends on regularly making them—on habit and practice. We see the emergence of machines as substitute judges in a variety of everyday contexts as a potential threat to people learning how to effectively exercise judgmentIn the workplace, managers routinely make decisions about who to hire or fire and which loan to approve, to name a few. These are areas where algorithmic(算法的)prescription is replacing human judgment, and so people who might have had the chance to develop practical judgment in these areas no longer will.Recommendation engines, which are increasingly prevalent intermediaries in people's consumption of culture, may serve to constrain choice and minimize luck. By presenting consumers with algorithmically selected choices of what to watch, read, stream and visit next, companies are replacing human taste with machine taste. In one sense, this is helpful. After all, machines can survey a wider range of choices than any individual is likely to have the time or energy to do on their own.At the same time, though, this selection is optimizing for what people are likely to prefer based on what they've preferred in the past. We think there is some risk that people's options will be constrained by their past in a new and unanticipated way.As machine learning algorithms improve and as they train on more extensive data sets, larger parts of everyday life are likely to become utterly predictable. The predictions are going to get better and better, and they will ultimately make common experiences more efficient and pleasant.Algorithms could soon—if they don't already—have a better idea about which show you'd like to watch next and which job candidate you should hire than you do. One day, humans may even find a way for machines to make these decisions without some of the biases that humans typically display.But to the extent that unpredictability is part of how people understand themselves and part of what people like about themselves, humanity is in the process of losing something significant. As they become more and more predictable, the creatures inhabiting the increasingly AI-mediated world will become less and less like us.46.What do we learn about the deeper implications of AI?A) It is causing catastrophic levels of unemployment.B) It is doing physical harm to human operators.C)It is altering moral judgments.D) It is reshaping humanity.47. What is the consequence of algorithmic prescription replacing human judgment?A) People lose the chance to cultivate the ability to make practical judgments.B) People are prevented from participating in making major decisions in the workplace.C)Managers no longer have the chance to decide which loan to approve.D) Managers do not need to take the trouble to determine who to hire or fire.48.What may result from increasing application of recommendation engines in our consumption ofculture?A)Consumers will have much limited choice. C) It will be easier to decide on what to enjoy.B)Consumers will actually enjoy better luck. D) Humans will develop tastes similar to machines'.49. What is likely to happen to larger parts of our daily life as machine learning algorithms improve?A) They will turn out to be more pleasant. C)They can be completely anticipated.B) They will repeat our past experience. D)They may become better and better.50. Why does the author say the creatures living in the more and more AI-mediated world will become increasingly unlike us?A) They will have lost the most significant human element of being intelligent.B) They will no longer possess the human characteristic of being unpredictable.C) They will not be able to understand themselves as we can do today.D) They will be deprived of what their predecessors were proud of about themselves.Passage TwoQuestions 51 to 55 are based on the following passage.Phonics, which involves sounding out words syllable(音节)by syllable, is the best way to teach children to read. But in many classrooms, this can be a dirty word. So much so that some teachers have had to sneak phonics teaching materials into the classroom. Most American children are taught to read in a way that study after study has found to be wrong.The consequences of this are striking. Less than half of all American adults were proficient readers in2017. American fourth graders rank 15th on the Progress in International Literacy Study, an international exam.America is stuck in a debate about teaching children to read that has been going on for decades. Some advocate teaching symbol-sound relationships (the sound k can be spelled as c, k, ck, or ch), known as phonics. Others support an immersive approach (using pictures of a cat to learn the word cat), known as "whole language". Most teachers today, almost three out of four according to a survey by the EdWeek Research Centre in 2019, use a mix called "balanced literacy". This combination of methods is ineffective. "You can't sprinkle in a little phonics," says Tenette Smith, executive director of elementary education and reading at Mississippi's education department. "It has to be systematic and explicitly taught."Mississippi, often behind in social policy, has set an example here. In a state once notorious for its low reading scores, the Mississippi state legislature passed new literacy standards in 2013. Since then Mississippi has seen remarkable gains. Its fourth graders have moved from 49th (out of 50 states) to 29th on the National Assessment of Educational Progress, a nationwide exam. In 2019 it was the only state to improve its scores. For the first time since measurement began, Mississippi's pupils are now average readers, a remarkable achievement in such a poor state.Mississippi's success is attributed to implementing reading methods supported by a body of researchknown as the science of reading. In 1997 Congress requested the National Institute of Child Health and Human Development and the Department of Education to convene a National Reading Panel to end the "reading wars" and synthesize the evidence. The panel found that phonics, along with explicit instruction in phonemic (音位的)awareness, fluency and comprehension, worked best.Yet over two decades on,"balanced literacy" is still being taught in classrooms. But advances in statistics and brain imaging have disproved the whole-language method. To the teacher who is a proficient reader, literacy seems like a natural process that requires educated guessing, rather than the deliberate process emphasized by phonics. Teachers can imagine that they learned to read through osmosis(潜移默化)when they were children. Without proper training, they bring this to classrooms.51. What do we learn about phonics in many American classrooms?A)It is ill reputed.B)It is mostly misapplied.C) It is arbitrarily excluded.D) It is misrepresented.52. What has America been witnessing for decades?A) An obsession with innovating teaching methodologies of reading.B)An enduring debate over the approach to teaching children to read.C)An increasing concern with many children's inadequacy in literacy.D) An ever-forceful advocacy of a combined method for teaching reading.53.Why does Tenette Smith think a combination of teaching methods is ineffective?A)Elementary school children will be frustrated when taught with several methods combined.B)Phonics has to be systematically applied and clearly taught to achieve the desired effect.C)Sprinkling in a little phonics deters the progress of even adequately motivated children.D) Balanced literacy fails to sustain children's interest in developing a good reading habit.54. What does the author say Mississippi's success is attributed to?A)Convening a National Reading Panel to synthesize research evidence.B)Placing sufficient emphasis upon both fluency and comprehension.C)Adopting scientifically grounded approaches to teaching reading.D)Obtaining support from Congress to upgrade teaching methods.55. What have advances in statistics and brain imaging proved ineffective?A)The teaching of symbol-sound relationships. C)Efforts to end the reading wars.B)Explicit instruction in phonemic awareness. D)The immersive approach.Part IV (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.近年来，越来越多的中国文化产品走向全球市场，日益受到海外消费者的青睐。

2023年12月英语六级真题及范文

2023年12月英语六级真题及范文全文共6篇示例，供读者参考篇12023年12月英语六级真题及范文真题Part I Writing (30 minutes)Directions:For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write a short essay on the topic "The Importance of Reading". You should write at least 150 words but no more than 200 words.范文The Importance of ReadingHello everyone! Today, I want to talk about something very important – reading! Reading is like a superpower that helps us learn so many things. It is not only fun but also very useful.First of all, reading helps us improve our language skills. When we read books, magazines, or even comics, we come across new words and phrases. We learn how to use them insentences and expand our vocabulary. Reading also helps us become better at spelling and grammar.Secondly, reading takes us to different places without leaving our chairs. We can travel to magical lands, explore the deep sea, or visit faraway countries, all through the pages of a book. It stimulates our imagination and makes us more creative.Moreover, reading makes us smarter. We gain knowledge about a wide range of subjects, such as science, history, and nature. We learn about interesting facts and different cultures. Reading helps us become curious and think critically.Last but not least, reading helps us relax. When we read a good story, it takes our mind off worries and stresses. It is like a wonderful adventure that allows us to escape into a different world, even if it's just for a little while.In conclusion, reading is an amazing activity that brings so many benefits. It improves our language skills, takes us on exciting journeys, makes us smarter, and helps us relax. So, let's pick up a book and start reading today. Remember, the more you read, the more you will know!希望这篇范文能够帮助你理解2023年12月英语六级写作的要求和范文风格。

英语六级试题及答案

英语六级试题及答案一、听力理解（共30分）1. A) 你听到的对话发生在什么场合？A. 餐厅B. 图书馆C. 学校D. 办公室答案：B2. B) 根据对话，男士为什么迟到了？A. 交通堵塞B. 闹钟没响C. 忘记了时间D. 路上遇到了朋友答案：A3. C) 女士建议男士做什么？A. 买一个新闹钟B. 早点起床C. 换个工作D. 换个住处答案：B4. D) 根据对话，男士和女士的关系是什么？A. 同事B. 朋友C. 恋人D. 同学答案：A5. E) 女士为什么感到惊讶？A. 男士获得了晋升B. 男士得到了加薪C. 男士被解雇了D. 男士换了工作答案：B二、阅读理解（共45分）Passage 16. 根据第一段，文章主要讨论了什么主题？A. 环境保护的重要性B. 城市化进程的影响C. 可持续发展的策略D. 经济增长与环境保护的平衡答案：D7. 根据第二段，作者认为哪个因素是实现可持续发展的关键？A. 技术创新B. 教育普及C. 政策支持D. 公众意识答案：APassage 28. 文章提到了哪些措施来应对气候变化？A. 减少化石燃料的使用B. 发展可再生能源C. 植树造林D. 所有选项答案：D9. 根据文章，气候变化对以下哪些领域产生了影响？A. 农业B. 海洋生态系统C. 人类健康D. 所有选项答案：D三、完形填空（共15分）10. 根据上下文，第一段空格处应填入的词是：A. successfulB. unsuccessfulC. successfulnessD. unsuccessfulness答案：A11. 第二段中提到的“it”指的是：A. 一个项目B. 一个计划C. 一个目标D. 一个梦想答案：C四、翻译（共20分）12. 将以下句子从中文翻译成英文：“随着科技的发展，我们的生活变得越来越便利。

”答案：With the development of technology, our lives are becoming more and more convenient.五、写作（共30分）13. 根据以下提示写一篇不少于150字的短文，描述你理想中的未来城市。

全国大学英语CET六级考试试题及解答参考

全国大学英语CET六级考试复习试题及解答参考一、写作（15分）Title: The Importance of Lifelong LearningWriting Prompt:In recent years, the concept of lifelong learning has gained increasing attention. People of all ages are encouraged to pursue knowledge and skills throughout their lives. Write an essay in which you:1.Define the concept of lifelong learning.2.Discuss it s importance in today’s society.3.Provide examples of how lifelong learning can benefit individuals and society as a whole.Example Essay:Lifelong learning refers to the continuous acquisition of knowledge and skills throughout one’s life. It is the beli ef that education is not limited to formal schooling but should be a continuous process that enriches and empowers individuals at all stages of life.In today’s rapidly changing society, the importance of lifelong learning cannot be overstated. With technological advancements and globalization, the demand for new skills and knowledge is ever-increasing. Lifelong learning helps individuals stay competitive in the job market and adapt to new challenges.One of the key benefits of lifelong learning is personal development. By continuously learning, individuals can expand their horizons, develop critical thinking skills, and foster a sense of fulfillment. For instance, a middle-aged worker who decides to return to school to pursue a new degree can gain not only professional advancement but also personal satisfaction.Moreover, lifelong learning has a significant impact on society. Educated individuals contribute more effectively to their communities and economies. They are more likely to be employed, earn higher incomes, and be active participants in civic life. For example, a community that invests in lifelong learning programs can see improvements in health, economic growth, and social stability.Consider the case of an elderly person who decides to learn a new language or join a local community college to take a course on digital literacy. Such an endeavor not only enriches the individual’s life but also allows them to engage more actively with the world around them, fostering social connections and reducing isolation.In conclusion, lifelong learning is essential in today’s society. It not only benefits individuals by enhancing their personal growth and professional opportunities but also contributes to the overall well-being of society. As we continue to face new challenges, the importance of embracing lifelong learning will only grow.Analysis:This essay effectively addresses the prompt by:1.Defining the concept of lifelong learning.2.Discussing its importance in the context of today’s society, highlighting the need for continuous learning due to technological advancements and globalization.3.Providing clear examples to support the benefits of lifelong learning, such as personal development and societal contributions.The essay demonstrates a coherent structure, with a clear introduction, body paragraphs that support the main points, and a strong conclusion that summarizes the importance of lifelong learning. The language used is appropriate for a CET-6 writing task, with a variety of sentence structures and vocabulary that reflects the level of the exam.二、听力理解-长对话（选择题，共8分）第一题In this section, you will hear one long conversation. At the end of the conversation, you will hear some 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 2 with a single line through the centre.Now, let’s listen to the conversation.M: Hey, have you heard about the upcoming CET-6 exam? It’s just around thecorner.W: Yeah, I’m really nervous. It’s been a while since I’ve studied for it. Do you think the listening section is the hardest part?M: I think so. There are always new topics and the questions can be tricky. For example, did you know that there are two types of listening passages?W: No, I didn’t. What are they?M: One is a long conversation and the other is a short talk. The long conversation usually consists of a dialogue between two people, like a conversation in a restaurant or at a university.W: That sounds interesting. How do we usually do that part?M: Well, you need to listen carefully to the dialogue, understand the main idea, and then answer the questions. It’s not just about recognizing words, but also about understanding the context.W: Right. And what about the short talk? Is it similar?M: Not exactly. A short talk is usually a monologue, like a speech or a lecture. It’s usually about a single topic and can be more challenging because there’s no dialogue to help you understand the speaker’s ideas.W: So, what should we focus on when we’re prepar ing for the listening section?M: Practice is key. Listen to English news, watch English movies or TV shows, and try to immerse yourself in the language. Also, get used to different accents and speaking styles.Questions:1、What does the man think about the listening section of the CET-6 exam?A) It’s the easiest part.B) It’s about recognizing words only.C) It requires understanding the context.D) It’s similar to the reading section.2、What is a long conversation in the listening section?A) A monologue about a single topic.B) A dialogue between two people in a familiar setting.C) A speech that can be challenging to understand.D) A multiple-choice question about a specific topic.3、Why is the short talk considered more challenging than the long conversation?A) There’s no dialogue to help understand the speaker.B) It’s a monologue, so it’s harder to follow.C) It’s about a more complex topic.D) It covers a wider range of accents and speaking styles.4、What advice does the man give for preparing for the listening section?A) Focus on reading English books.B) Avoid listening to English news.C) Practice by listening to English music.D) Immersed yourself in the language and get used to different accents.Answers:1、C2、B3、A4、D第二题W: Hi, John. How are you doing with your preparations for the CET-6 exam?M: I’m doing okay, but I’m a bit worried about the listening section. I find it quite challenging.W: Don’t worry too much. It’s just a matter of practice. Listen to English as much as you can.M: I do try to listen to English news and podcasts every day. But sometimes I still can’t understand what they’re saying.W: It takes time to get used to different accents and pronunciations. Have you ever tried listening to long conversations?M: Not really. I’ve only practiced with short dialogues. I’m not sure how to handle longer ones.W: Well, here’s a long conversation for you to try. Listen carefully and answer the following questions.Question 1: What is the main topic of the conversation?A. The difficulty of the CET-6 exam.B. The importance of listening practice.C. The challenges of the listening section in the CET-6 exam.D. The benefits of listening to English news and podcasts.Question 2: Why does John feel challenged by the listening section?A. He is not familiar with the different accents and pronunciations.B. He is not used to listening to long conversations.C. He is afraid of making mistakes in the exam.D. He doesn’t have enough practice.Question 3: What does the woman suggest John should do to improve his listening skills?A. Take more practice tests.B. Focus on reading English books.C. Listen to English as much as possible.D. Find a tutor to help him.Question 4: What is the woman’s attitude towards John’s concerns?A. She is worried about his performance.B. She thinks he is overreacting.C. She understands his concerns and offers help.D. She doesn’t think it’s a big deal.Answers:1.C2.B3.C4.C三、听力理解-听力篇章（选择题，共7分）第一题Passage OneIn the early 20th century, the concept of recycling was not widely known. However, one man, William Mulholland, was ahead of his time. He was the chief engineer of the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power and played a crucial role in bringing water to the city from the Owens River in the Sierra Nevada Mountains.Mulholland had a vision for Los Angeles. He believed that the city should not only have access to water but also be self-sufficient in terms of water resources. To achieve this, he developed a complex system of aqueducts that transported water from the mountains to the city. This system was not only a technological marvel but also an example of sustainable development.Today, Los Angeles is often criticized for its water consumption, but it was Mulholland who laid the foundation for the city’s water supply. He also had a deep respect for nature and believed that humans should live in harmony with their environment.Questions:1、What was William Mulholland’s role in the early 20th century?A、He was a chief engineer of the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power.B、He was a critic of the city’s water consumption.C、He was a mountain climber who climbed the Sierra Nevada Mountains.D、He was a developer of the first recycling program in the city.2、What was Mulholland’s vision for Los Angeles?A、He wanted to build more roads and bridges in the city.B、He wanted the city to be self-sufficient in terms of water resources.C、He wanted to build a new city center in the middle of the desert.D、He wanted to attract more tourists to the city.3、Why is Los Angeles often criticized for its water consumption?A、Because it was Mulholland’s idea to bring water from the mountains.B、Because Mulholland did not believe in sustainable development.C、Because the cit y’s water supply was not enough for its population.D、Because William Mulholland did not lay the foundation for the city’s water supply.Answers:1、A2、B3、D第二题For many people, the Internet has become an indispensable part of their daily lives. It offers convenience, entertainment, and a vast array of information at our fingertips. However, as with any technological innovation, the Internetalso brings challenges and concerns.1、The Internet is primarily valued for its ability to:A) Provide entertainment.B) Offer convenience.C) Provide educational resources.D) Connect people from all over the world.2、According to the passage, what is a potential downside of the Internet?A) It helps people stay connected.B) It provides instant access to information.C) It can lead to information overload.D) It enhances educational opportunities.3、The author implies that the Internet:A) Should be regulated more strictly.B) Has no negative effects.C) Has revolutionized the way we communicate.D) Should be used in moderation.Answers:1、B2、C3、C四、听力理解-新闻报道（选择题，共20分）第一题News Item 1:A new study published in the Journal of Environmental Science and Technology reveals that the excessive use of single-use plastics is causing significant damage to marine ecosystems. According to the study, millions of tons of plastic waste end up in the oceans each year, affecting marine life and human health. Experts are calling for stricter regulations and a shift towards sustainable alternatives.Questions:1、What is the main focus of the news report?A) The benefits of using sustainable alternatives.B) The impact of single-use plastics on marine ecosystems.C) The economic cost of plastic waste management.D) The history of plastic production.2、According to the news report, what is the primary concern regarding single-use plastics?A) Their contribution to global warming.B) Their potential use in medical applications.C) Their effect on landfills.D) Their popularity among consumers.3、What action is being advocated by experts according to the news report?A) Increased production of single-use plastics.B) More research on plastic recycling techniques.C) Stricter regulations and a shift towards sustainable alternatives.D) Reducing the use of plastic bags in supermarkets.Answers:1、B2、B3、C第二题News Content:Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to the news report segment of our program. Today, we bring you an update on the latest developments in the global financial market. Here’s the news.News Item 1:The global stock market has experienced a significant downturn in the past week due to increasing tensions in the Middle East. Major indices have fallen by 5% in response to the escalating conflict. Investors are concerned about the potential impact on oil prices and global economic stability.Questions:1、What was the recent trend in the global stock market?A) Increase of 5%B) Decrease of 5%C) No changeD) Increase of 10%2、What is the primary concern of investors mentioned in the news?A) The rise in oil pricesB) The decrease in oil pricesC) The stability of the global economyD) The decrease in global economic activity3、According to the news, what is the major factor affecting the stock market?A) Political instability in EuropeB) The Middle East conflictC) The COVID-19 pandemicD) The upcoming presidential electionsAnswers:1、B) Decrease of 5%2、A) The rise in oil prices3、B) The Middle East conflict第三题News ItemAt a press conference held in Beijing today, the Chinese Ministry of Education announced the results of the recent National College English Testing System (CET) Band 6 examination. The Minister of Education, Mr. Wang, emphasized the importance of English proficiency for students and highlightedthe high passing rate of the examination. According to Mr. Wang, this year’s CET-6 saw a record number of candidates, with over 2 million students taking the test. He also mentioned that the average score has increased significantly compared to previous years.Questions:1、What did Mr. Wang emphasize at the press conference?A. The difficulty of the CET-6 examinationB. The importance of English proficiency for studentsC. The low passing rate of the examinationD. The number of candidates for this year’s CET-62、How many candidates took the CET-6 examination this year?A. 1 millionB. 2 millionC. 1.5 millionD. 1.2 million3、What did Mr. Wang say about the average score of this year’s CET-6 compared to previous years?A. It decreased significantlyB. It remained the sameC. It increased significantlyD. There was no changeAnswers:1、B. The importance of English proficiency for students2、B. 2 million3、C. It increased significantly五、阅读理解-词汇理解（填空题，共5分）第一题Read the following passage and fill in each blank with one word that best fits the context. Each blank has only one correct answer.The digital age has revolutionized the way we communicate and access information. With the advent of the internet, the world has become a global village, where information travels at the speed of light. However, this rapid exchange of data has also brought about challenges, such as information overload and privacy concerns.1、1the internet, we can now communicate with anyone, anywhere in the world, in real-time.2、The abundance of information online can lead to 2 among users.3、It is crucial to understand the importance of 3 our personal data.4、Despite the convenience of digital communication, it often lacks the 4 of face-to-face interactions.5、Many people are concerned about the 5of their personal information being shared without their consent.Answers:1、Thanks to2、overload3、protecting4、nuance5、protection第二题Read the following passage and then answer the questions below by choosing the most appropriate word or phrase from the list provided for each blank.The Internet has revolutionized the way we communicate and access information. It has become an indispensable tool in our daily lives, offering unparalleled convenience and connectivity. However, with this digital revolution comes a set of challenges, particularly in terms of information security and privacy concerns.In the past, the concept of digital identity was relatively straightforward. People were known by their real names and physical addresses. Today, the digital landscape is vastly different. Users can create multiple identities online, often using pseudonyms or usernames. This has led to a phenomenon known as “digital identity theft,” where individuals’ personal information is stolen and misused. To combat this, various cybersecurity measures have been implemented.1、___________the rise of social media, people now have the ability to connect with others across the globe, sharing their thoughts and experiencesinstantaneously.a)Owing tob)Thanks toc)Due tod)Because of2、The Internet has provided unparalleled convenience, allowing users to access a wealth of information ___________.a)at a glanceb)at a timec)at the momentd)at hand3、Information security and privacy concerns have become a pressing issue, as personal data can be easily___________and exploited.a)accessedb)accessed fromc)accessed byd)accessed through4、To protect their digital identities, individuals need to be vigilantand___________their personal information.a)safeguardb)safeguardedc)safeguardingd)safeguards5、Cybersecurity measures have been implemented to prevent the misuse of personaldata and to ensure the___________of users’ digital identities.a)integrityb)confidentialityc)authenticityd)availabilityAnswers:1、a) Owing to2、d) at hand3、a) accessed4、a) safeguard5、b) confidentiality六、阅读理解-长篇阅读（选择题，共10分）第一题阅读内容:The Impact of Social Media on Communication and RelationshipsIn the digital age, social media platforms have become an integral part of daily life for billions of people around the world. They offer a space where individuals can share their thoughts, experiences, and photos with friends, family, and even strangers. The rise of social media has transformed not only how we communicate but also the nature of our relationships.One of the most significant changes brought about by social media is theimmediacy and convenience of communication. With just a few clicks, one can send a message to someone across the globe, bridging geographical distances in a way that was once unimaginable. This has allowed for the maintenance oflong-distance relationships and the ability to stay connected with a wider network of acquaintances.However, this transformation in communication comes with its challenges. The quality of interactions through social media can sometimes be superficial, lacking the depth and nuance of face-to-face conversations. Moreover, there’s a growing concern over the impact of social media on mental health, as users often compare themselves to idealized versions of others’ lives, leading to feelings of inadequacy and depression.Another area of change is the way social media influences the formation and sustenance of relationships. It enables the creation of new connections based on shared interests or hobbies, which might not have been possible without these platforms. Yet, it also poses risks, such as the erosion of privacy and the potential for cyberbullying, which can harm individuals and communities.Despite these concerns, social media continues to evolve, with platforms introducing features aimed at fostering more meaningful interactions. For instance, some apps now include options for private messaging, video calls, and live streaming, all of which can enhance the richness of online communications. As technology advances, so too will the ways in which we use social media to connect with one another.问题:1、What is one of the primary benefits of social media according to the passage?A)It enhances the quality of face-to-face interactions.B)It provides a platform for sharing personal information.C)It eliminates the need for traditional forms of communication.D)It allows for instant and easy communication across great distances.答案: D) It allows for instant and easy communication across great distances.2、Which of the following is mentioned as a negative consequence of using social media?A)Increased travel opportunities.B)Feelings of inadequacy and depression.C)Improved long-term memory.D)Enhanced public speaking skills.答案: B) Feelings of inadequacy and depression.3、How does social media affect the formation of relationships, according to the text?A)It discourages people from making new friends.B)It facilitates connections based on common interests.C)It ensures that all online friendships are genuine.D)It prevents any form of online harassment.答案: B) It facilitates connections based on common interests.4、Which feature of social media is highlighted as a way to improve thequality of online interactions?A)The ability to post status updates.B)Live streaming and video call capabilities.C)The option to create anonymous profiles.D)The function to automatically translate messages.答案: B) Live streaming and video call capabilities.5、What overall conclusion can be drawn from the passage regarding social media and its future?A)Social media will likely decrease in popularity.B)Social media will remain static and unchanging.C)Social media is expected to continue evolving and improving.D)Social media will completely replace all other forms of communication.答案: C) Social media is expected to continue evolving and improving.第二题Reading Material:The Internet has transformed the way we communicate, work, and live. With the rapid development of technology, it has become an indispensable part of our daily lives. However, it also brings about many challenges and concerns. In this passage, we will explore the positive and negative impacts of the Internet on society.Passage OneThe Internet has revolutionized the way we access information. We can now easily find and share information on almost any topic within seconds. This hasgreatly enhanced our knowledge and understanding of the world. Moreover, the Internet has facilitated communication, allowing people from different parts of the world to connect and interact with each other effortlessly. This has led to the globalization of culture and ideas.However, the Internet also poses significant risks. One of the most concerning issues is cyberbullying, which can have severe psychological effects on victims. Additionally, the spread of misinformation and fake news has become a major problem, as it can mislead people and disrupt social stability. Moreover, the Internet has made it easier for criminals to commit online fraud and cybercrime.Despite these challenges, the Internet continues to evolve and offer new opportunities. For instance, e-commerce has flourished, providing consumers with convenient and affordable shopping options. Online education has also gained popularity, allowing people to learn from the comfort of their homes. Furthermore, the Internet has played a crucial role in promoting social justice and equality, as it provides a platform for marginalized groups to voice their concerns and fight for their rights.Questions:1、What is the main topic of the passage?A. The positive impacts of the InternetB. The negative impacts of the InternetC. The challenges and opportunities brought about by the InternetD. The evolution of the Internet2、Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a positive impact of the Internet in the passage?A. Enhanced knowledge and understandingB. Improved communicationC. Spread of misinformationD. Globalization of culture3、What is the author’s opinion about cyberbullying?A. It is a minor problemB. It has severe psychological effectsC. It is a normal part of online lifeD. It is an inevitable consequence of the Internet4、Which of the following is mentioned as a negative impact of the Internet in the passage?A. E-commerceB. Online educationC. Spread of misinformationD. Promotion of social justice5、What is the author’s overall view of the Internet?A. It has only negative impactsB. It has only positive impactsC. It has both positive and negative impactsD. It has no impact on societyAnswers:1、C2、C3、B4、C5、C七、阅读理解-仔细阅读（选择题，共20分）First QuestionPassage Title: The Impact of Digitalization on Modern EducationWith the rapid advancement of technology, digitalization has become an integral part of modern education. This passage explores how technology is reshaping the way students learn and teachers teach.Digital tools have revolutionized the educational landscape, providing new opportunities for personalized learning experiences. Students now have access to vast amounts of information through online platforms, which can be accessed anytime and anywhere, promoting self-paced learning. Moreover, digital classrooms can facilitate interactive learning through multimedia content and virtual reality, making abstract concepts more tangible.However, critics argue that too much reliance on technology may hinder the development of critical thinking skills and reduce face-to-face interactions,which are essential for social skills development. Additionally, there is a concern about the digital divide, where students from less privileged backgrounds might not have equal access to these resources, leading to disparities in educational outcomes.Educators must find a balance between integrating digital tools effectively and ensuring that traditional teaching methods are not entirely abandoned. Furthermore, it is crucial to address the issues of accessibility and equity to ensure that all students can benefit from the advantages of digital learning.Questions:1、According to the passage, what is one major advantage of digital tools in education?A. They completely replace traditional teaching methods.B. They limit access to information.C. They provide personalized learning experiences.D. They discourage interactive learning.Answer: C. They provide personalized learning experiences.2、What potential disadvantage of digitalization in education is mentioned in the text?A. Increased social interactions among students.B. Reduced opportunities for developing critical thinking skills.C. Enhanced focus on traditional teaching methods.D. Greater personalization of learning experiences.Answer: B. Reduced opportunities for developing critical thinking skills.3、Which term refers to the disparity in access to digital resources among different groups of students?A. Digital convergenceB. Digital divideC. Educational uniformityD. Technological equilibriumAnswer: B. Digital divide4、What is suggested as necessary for educators to do regarding digital tools in classrooms?A. To use them exclusively without traditional methods.B. To integrate them while maintaining traditional teaching practices.C. To abandon them in favor of traditional methods only.D. To ignore the issues related to their accessibility.Answer: B. To integrate them while maintaining traditional teaching practices.5、What does the passage imply about the role of educators in the age of digitalization?A. Educators should solely focus on digital tools.B. Educators need to balance the use of digital tools with traditional teaching.C. Educators must disregard the digital divide.。

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六级考前冲刺试题三Part I Writing (30 minutes)Directions:For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write a short essay entitled Career or Marriage?. You should write at least 150 words following the outline given below.1. 目前许多大四女生不忙求职忙相亲2. 产生这种现象的原因3. 我的看法Career or Marriage?__________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________Part II Reading Comprehension(Skimming and Scanning) (15 minutes)Directions:In this part, you will have 15 minutes to go over the passage quickly and answer the questions on Answer Sheet 1. For questions 1–7, choose the best answer from the four choices marked A), B), C) and D). For questions 8–10, complete the sentences with the information given in the passage.Auto-Tune: Why Pop Music Sounds PerfectIf you haven‟t been listening to pop radio in the past few months, you‟ve missed the rise of two seemingly opposing trends. In a medium in which mediocre (平庸的) singing has never been a bar to entry, a lot of pop vocals suddenly sound great. Better than great: note- and pitch-perfect, as if there‟s been an unspoken tightening of standards at record labels or an evolutionary leap in the development of vocal cords. At the other extreme are a few hip-hop singers who also hit their notes but with a precision so exaggerated that on first listen, their songs sound comically artificial, like a chorus of …50s robots singing Motown.The force behind both trends is an ingenious plug-in called Auto-Tune, a downloadable studio trick that can take a vocal and instantly nudge it onto the proper note or move it to the correct pitch. It‟s like Photoshop for the human voice. Auto-Tune doesn‟t make it possible for just anyone to sing like a pro, but used as its creator intended, it can transform a wavering(颤抖的) performance into something technically flawless. “Right now, if you listen to pop, everything is in perfect pitch, perfect time and perfect tune,” says producer Rick Rubin. “That‟s how widespread Auto-Tune is.”Auto-Tune‟s inventor is a man named Andy Hildebrand, who worked for years interpreting seismic (i.e. relating to earthquakes) data for the oil industry. Using a mathematical formula called autocorrelation, Hildebrand would send sound waves into the ground and record their reflections, providing an accurate map of potential drill sites. It‟s a technique that saves oil companies lots of money and allowed Hildebrand to retire at 40. He was debating the next chapter of his life at a dinner party when a guest challenged him to invent a box that would allow her to sing in tune. After he worked on autocorrelation for a few months, Auto-Tune was born in late 1996.Almost immediately, studio engineers adopted it as a trade secret to fix flubbed (搞砸了的) notes, saving them the expense and trouble of having to redo sessions. The first time common ears heard Auto-Tune was on the immensely irritating 1998 Cher hit “Believe.” In the first verse, when Cher sings “I can‟t break through” as though she‟s standing behind an electric fan, that‟s Auto-Tune — butit‟s not the way Hildebrand meant it to be used. The program‟s retune speed, which adjusts the singer‟s voice, can be set from zero to 400. “If you set it to 10, that means that the output pitch will get halfway to the target pitch in 10 milliseconds,” says Hildebrand. “But if you let that parameter go to zero, it finds the nearest note and changes the output pitch instantaneously” —eliminating the natural transition between notes and making the singer s ound jumpy and automated. “I never figured anyone in their right mind would want to do that,” he says.Like other trends set by Cher, the creative abuse of Auto-Tune quickly went out of fashion, although it continued to be an indispensable part of the engi neer‟s toolbox. But in 2003, T-Pain (Faheem Najm), a little-known rapper and singer, accidentally stumble onto the Cher effect while Auto-Tuning some of his vocals. “It just worked for my voice,” says T-Pain in his natural Tallahassee accent. “And there wasn‟t anyone else doing it.”Since his 2005 first album, T-Pain has sent a dozen mechanically cheery singles into the Top 10. He contributed to four nominated songs at this year‟s Grammys on Feb. 8, and his influence is still spreading. When Kanye West was looking for an effect to match some heartbroken lyrics, he flew T-Pain to Hawaii to see how many ways they could adjust Auto-Tune. Diddy gave a percentage of his upcoming album‟s profits to T-Pain in exchange for some lessons. Even Prince is rumored to be experimenting with Auto-Tune on his new record. “I know Auto-Tune) better than anyone,” says T-Pain. “And even I‟m just figuring out all the ways you can use it to change the mood of a record.”Rubin, who‟s produced artists as diverse as the Dixie Chicks and Metallica, worries that the safety net of Auto-Tune is making singers lazy. “Sometimes a singer will do lots of takes when they‟re recording a song, and you really can hear the emotional difference when someone does a great performance vs. an average o ne,” says Rubin. “If you‟re pitch-correcting, you might not bother to make the effort. You might just get it done and put it through the machine so it‟s all in tune.” Rubin has taken to having an ethical conversation before each new recording session. “I e ncourage artists to embrace a natural process,” he says.With the exception of Milli Vanilli‟s, pop listeners have always been fairly indulgent about performers‟ ethics. It‟s hits that matter, and the average person listening to just one pop song on the radio will have a hard time hearing Auto-Tune‟s impact; it‟s effectively deceptive. But when track after track has perfect pitch, the songs are harder to differentiate from one another — which explains why pop is in a pretty serious lull (停滞) at the moment. It also changes the way we hear unaffected voices. “The other day, someone was talking about how Aretha Franklin at the Inauguration was a bit pitchy,” says Anderson. “I said, …Of course! She was singing!‟ And that was a musician talking. People are gettin g used to hearing things dead on pitch, and it‟s changed their expectations.”Despite Randy Jackson‟s stock American Idol critique —“A little pitchy, dawg” —many beloved songs are actually off-pitch or out of tune. There‟s Ringo Starr on “With a Little H elp fromMy Friends,” of course, and just about every blues song slides into notes as opposed to hitting them dead on. Even Norah Jones, the poster girl of pure vocals, isn‟t perfect. “There‟s some wonderful imperfections of pitch on …Don‟t Know Why‟ from Come Away with Me,” says Anderson, “and most of the other tunes on the album as well. But I wouldn‟t want to change a single note.”Let‟s hope that pop‟s fetish for uniform perfect pitch will fade, even if the spread of Auto-Tune shows no signs of slowing. A $99 version for home musicians was released in November 2007, and T-Pain and Auto-Tune‟s parent company are finishing work on an iPhone app. “It‟s gonna be real cool,” says T-Pain. “Basically, you can add Auto-Tune to your voice and send it to your friends and put it on the Web. You‟ll be able to sound just like me.” Asked if that might render him no longer unique, T-Pain laughs: “I‟m not too worried. I got lots of tricks you ain‟t seen yet. It‟s everybody else that needs to step up their game.”1. What is the force of the rise of two trends which appear opposite to each other?A) The development of pop radio. B) Photoshop that can edit human voice.C) A vocal software called Auto-Tune. D) The popularity of a pop singer named Cher.2. Originally the creator intended to use Auto-Tune to ________.A) change a poorly-sung song into a perfect oneB) make everyone sing like a professional singerC) inject some vitality into the pop industryD) bring the flaw of pop songs into public3. Before Andy Hildebrand retired at 40, he worked for ________.A) the seismological bureau B) Auto-Tune‟s parent companyC) oil companies D) a tape-recorder factory4. Studio engineers benefit greatly from Auto-Tune in that ________.A) they no longer need to correct wrong notesB) it helps them keep songs secret before going publicC) it is totally free and thus saves them lots of moneyD) they don‟t have to waste time on recording music again5. What does the author say about the craze for Auto-Tune which trendy Cher started?A) It faded soon. B) It lasted for many years.C) It made engineers lazy. D) It harmed people‟s creativity.6. According to the passage, what happened to T-Pain since 2005?A) He had to give up Auto-Tune.B) He became very successful.C) He made a fortune working for the Prince.D) He won fame as teachers of well-known singers.7. According to Rubin, the effect of Auto-Tune on singers may be ________.A) positive B) negative C) exaggerated D) underestimated8. During the recording session, singers are encouraged by Rubin to sing in away.9. In general, when it comes to the issue of pop singers‟ ethics, average listenersare .10. Although many songs in Norah Jones‟s album were out of tune, Anderson would rather make noto the songs.Part III Listening Comprehension (35 minutes)Section ADirections:In this section, you will hear 8 short conversations and 2 long conversations. At the end of each conversation, one or more questions will be asked about what was said. Both the conversation and the questions will be spoken only once. After each question there will be a pause. During the pause, you must read the four choices marked A), B), C) and D), and decide which is the best answer. Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 2 with a single line through the centre.11. A) She originally proposed it.B) She‟s quite sure it will take place.C) Its success depends on the weather.D) She doesn‟t think it will be held as proposed.12. A) The library has already chosen some people to work there.B) The library is looking for more applicants.C) She is going to give the man a job offer.D) The man should hurry up.13. A) Antibiotics. B) Cough medicine.C) Honey and whisky. D) Over-the-counter medicines.14. A) The woman is a housewife. B) The woman is an excellent cook.C) Mary helped a lot in cooking the dish. D) The woman has never cooked before.15. A) She is not a very famous actress.B) She is not so fortunate as other actresses.C) She is not very much tempted by big money.D) She has no idea of how to make advertisements.16. A) The man should buy a new camera.B) The man can have his camera fixed here.C) She will probably fix the man‟s camera herself.D) The camera should have been brought in earlier.17. A) The so-early start-working hour.B) The advanced equipment in the laboratory.C) The terrible working habit of his colleagues.D) The interval between the start-working hours of two places.18. A) She thinks the man should stay with his sister at home.B) She invites the man and his sister to her party.C) She will go with the man to meet his sister.D) She will cancel her birthday party.Questions 19 to 22 are based on the conversation you have just heard.19. A) IT industry. B) Education industry.C) Medicine industry. D) Engineering industry.20. A) Health insurance, paid vacation, and a company vehicle.B) Paid vacation, opportunities for advancement, and medicare.C) Opportunities for advancement, insurance, and a free bus pass.D) Paid vacation, opportunities for promotion, and health insurance.21. A) Expanding and secure. B) Contracting, yet stable.C) Growing, yet uncertain. D) Promising, yet shrinking.22. A) He has a Bachelor‟s degree. B) He didn‟t finish the college.C) He is now a college student. D) He is now studying in a night school.Questions 23 to 25 are based on the conversation you have just heard.23. A) He has finished the first draft. B) He has just got started.C) He has finished the main body. D) He has handed the paper in.24. A) Strict and picky. B) Responsible and nice.C) Helpful and patient. D) Responsible but too direct.25. A) Have dinner with him. B) Write the paper for him.C) Go to classes with him. D) Help him with the paper.Section BDirections:In this section, you will hear 3 short passages. At the end of each passage, you will hear some 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 2 with a single line through the centre.Passage OneQuestions 26 to 28 are based on the passage you have just heard.26. A) To write a business letter. B) To provide proof of the deal.C) To find out the mistakes of a letter. D) To finish reading the letter quickly.27. A) Students with higher SAT verbal scores who use the grammar and spelling software.B) Students with lower SAT verbal scores who use the grammar and spelling software.C) Students with higher SAT verbal scores who don‟t use the grammar and spelling software.D) Students with lower SAT verbal scores who don‟t use the grammar and s pelling software.28. A) The technical specialist should improve the software.B) The software can not solve the students‟ problems at all.C) The software is designed for editors and writers, not the students.D) Students should have their own judgment when using the software.Passage TwoQuestions 29 to 31 are based on the passage you have just heard.29. A) More and more people are used to the Internet.B) Postcards are in the danger of extinction in Britain.C) Cell phones are becoming an important part of our life.D) Communications between people are becoming easier.30. A) They are useful and practical. B) They are of great importance.C) They are imaginative and personal. D) They are fashioned and quick to arrive.31. A) Coins, stamps and sports. B) Coins, sports and postcards.C) Coins, stamps and postcards. D) Stamps, sports and postcards.Passage ThreeQuestions 32 to 35 are based on the passage you have just heard.32. A) They treated their workers more humanely.B) They completely ignored consumers‟ health.C) They turned out more unhealthy products at will.D) They were controlled less strictly by the authorities.33. A) Hardly ever looked into the causes of tragedies.B) Imposed safety rules as soon as accidents took place.C) Seldom introduced safety laws before disasters occurred.D) Paid much attention to the results of scientific discoveries.34. A) A company with dangerous working conditions is likely to be punished.B) There are altogether three departments which protect customers and workers.C) Stores dealing in foods and drugs are controlled by the local government.D) The protection of workers‟ health and safety is still not well ensured.35. A) Industries in the past and at present.B) Changes in the development of industries.C) The freedom of industries today and in the past.D) The protection of industrial workers and customers.Section CDirections:In this section, you will hear a passage three times. When the passage is read for the first time, you should listen carefully for its general idea. When the passage is read for the second time, you are required to fill in the blanks numbered from 36 to 43 with the exact words you have just heard. For blanks numbered from 44 to 46 you are required to fill in the missing information. For these blanks, you can either use the exact words you have just heard or write down the main points in your own words. Finally, when the passage is read for the third time, you should check what you have written.Scotland is a unique place. It has some of the most beautiful cities in Europe, a living evidence of a splendid and proud past.Its people‟s ancient love to the hard land and their struggle against nature are (36) ________ within the walls of the Angus Folk Museum. You are able to get a feel of the (37) ________ rural atmosphere of times past from the everyday (38) ________ displayed in this museum.Perhaps the most (39) ________ moment for Scottish autonomy is the one (40) ________ inside this ancient abbey (修道院) of Arbroath, where, in 1320, the Declaration of Independence was (41) ________, at the instigation (煽动) of King Robert the Bruce. He carried out the plan for autonomy drawn up by the great popular hero William Wallace, to whom cinema has (42) ________ the wonderful film Braveheart, the winner of five Oscars.The Glamis Castle is often remembered for being the (43) ________ of King Macbeth and Queen Elizabeth in her childhood. Among the most regular guests here are the inevitable ghosts, which are nourished by ancient popular beliefs. (44) __________________________________________.The true flag of Scotland, tartan, is recognizable from the brightly colored plaid patterns which are used to distinguish the various clans. (45) __________________________________________.The typical Scottish garment, the kilt, is socially necessary when the Scots play the Great Highland bagpipes, especially when they march in parades.Bagpipes and dancing open the competitions of local sporting events, which are called Highland Gatherings. (46) __________________________________________.Part IV Reading Comprehension (Reading in Depth) (25 minutes)Section ADirections: In this section, there is a short passage with 5 questions or incomplete statements. Read the passage carefully. Then answer the questions or complete the statements in the fewest possible words. Please write your answers on Answer Sheet 2.Questions 47 to 51 are based on the following passage.More than two million people in Europe now have fibre broadband direct to their home, suggests a survey.The latest figures on superfast broadband delivered by fibre to the home (FTTH) shows 18% growth over the last survey compiled in late 2008.The continued growth suggests that the global economic downturn has not hit plans to build a fibre infrastructure (基础设施).Sweden tops the list of nations rolling out the technology, with 10.9% of its broadband customers using fibre.Karel Helsen, president of Europe‟s Fibre-To-The-Home Council, said the growth matched predictions that were revised when the credit crunch (信用紧缩) started to make itself felt.“The numbers in 2009 are in line with the latest forecasts,” said Mr. Helsen.By 2012, the FTTH Council expects that 13 million people across 35 European nations will have their broadband delivered by fibre. Such services would start at speeds of 100 megabits per second (mbps), said Mr. Helsen.Around Europe more than 233 projects were underway to lay the fibres that would connect homes or buildings to the net, said Mr. Helsen. Many of those, he said, were being operated by local governments or smaller net firms.Local governments were interested in FTTH because of the economic and social benefits it brought in its wake, said Mr. Helsen.The low latency or delay inherent in high-speed fibre networks made possible novel uses ofbroadband, he said. “No delay is very important,” he said, “specifically if you talk about applications that are time-dependent such as personal communications, conference calls or video calls where delays cause a lot of interference.”While early FTTH services were concentrated in cities, said Mr. Helsen, many more were reaching out to rural areas for e-health and e-learning projects.Separate studies show that an FTTH infrastructure can have a direct impact on local economic output, said Mr. Helsen.The UK, France and Germany have yet to break into the list of top ten FTTH nations.﹡TOP FIBRE NATIONS:1) Sweden - 10.9% 2) Norway - 10.2% 3) Slovenia - 8.9% 4) Andorra - 6.6% 5) Denmark- 5.7% 6) Iceland - 5.6% 7) Lithuania - 3.3% 8) Netherlands - 2.5% 9) Slovakia - 2.5% 10) Finland - 2.4%47. Despite the worsening global economy, the number of Europeans using fibrebroadband .48. When the credit crunch emerged, people‟s forecasts about the growth of FTTHwere .49. According to Karel Helsen, who were mainly in charge of European‟s fibre-laying projects?50. Superfast broadband delivered by fibre saves users of instant communication from delayswhich .51. Different from the past, now more and more fibre projects are carried outin .Section BDirections: 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 52 to 56 are based on the following passage.Musicians — from karaoke singers to professional cello players — are better able to hear targeted sounds in a noisy environment, according to new research that adds to evidence that music makes the brain work better.“In the past ten years there‟s been an explosion of research on music and the brain,” Aniruddh Patel, Senior Fellow at the Neurosciences Institute in San Diego, said today at a press briefing.Most recently brain-imaging studies have shown that music activates many diverse parts of the brain, including an overlap in where the brain processes music and language.Language is a natural aspect to consider in looking at how music affects the brain, Patel said. Like music, language is “universal, there‟s a strong learning component, and it carries complex meanings.”For example, brains of people exposed to even casual musical training have an enhanced ability to generate the brain wave patterns associated with specific sounds, be they musical or spoken, said study leader Nina Kraus, director of the Auditory Neuroscience Laboratory at Northwestern University in Illinois.But for people without a trained ear for music, the ability to make these patterns decreases as background noise increases, experiments show. Musicians, by contrast, have subconsciously trained their brains to better recognize selective sound patterns, even as background noise goes up.At the same time, people with certain developmental disorders, such as dyslexia (诵读困难), have a harder time hearing sounds amid the continuing loud confused noise —a serious problem, for example, for students straining to hear the teacher in a noisy classroom.Musical experience could therefore be a key therapy for children with dyslexia and similar language-related disorders, Kraus said.In a similar vein, Harvard Medical School neuroscientist Gottfried Schlaug has found that stroke patients who have lost the ability to speak can be trained to say hundreds of phrases by singing them first.In research also presented today at the AAAS meeting Schlaug demonstrated the results of intensive musical therapy on patients with lesions (损伤) on the left sides of their brains, those areas most associated with language.Before the therapy, these stroke patients responded to questions with largely incoherent sounds and phrases. But after just a few minutes with therapists (治疗师), who asked them to sing phrases and tap their hands to the rhythm, the patients could sing “Happy Birthday,” recite their addresses, and communicate if they were thirsty.“The underdeveloped systems on the right side of the brain that respond to music became enhanced an d changed structures,” Schlaug said.Overall, Schlaug said, the experiments show that “music might be an alternative medium for engaging parts of the brain that are otherwise not engaged.”52. What do we learn from the first paragraph?A) Music training can improve the function of the brain.B) Singers or instrument players tend to have better hearing.C) There has been little evidence to prove the power of music.D) Musicians are born with ability to hear targeted sound amid noise.53. According to Aniruddh Patel, language is usually under consideration when ________.A) musicians explain the complex meaning behind the musicB) therapists try to treat patients who suffer from strokeC) people research the connection between music and the brainD) researchers study the functions of different parts of the brain54. Whether people can hear selective sounds amid noise depends on their ability to ________.A) neglect the influence of the noise B) remember the meaning of the soundsC) make the associated brain wave patterns D) tell musical sounds from spoken ones55. According to Kraus, the significance of identifying the link between music and brain is that________.A) music training can be a way to enhance poor hearingB) singing can be used to treat people with language disordersC) intensive musical therapy may make a mute person speakD) all brain disorders can be cured by learning musical sounds56. The musical training therapists gave to the stroke patients actually _______.A) enhanced the parts of the left brain which are under constant useB) restored the language function of the damaged system in the left brainC) hindered the damaged systems in the brain from deteriorating sharplyD) changed the structures of the underdeveloped systems in the right brainPassage TwoQuestions 57 to 61 are based on the following passage.As Sesame Street kicks off its 40th anniversary season Tuesday, with first lady Michelle Obama and Broadway star Lin-Manuel Miranda as guests, it is indisputably the most be loved children‟s showin history, and one of television‟s biggest and most enduring success stories.The series holds a record 122 Emmy Awards, not including a lifetime-achievement trophy (奖±) award, and has been adapted in more than 120 countries and territories around the globe. An estimated 100,000 Sesame products have been made available internationally, from T-shirts and costumes to high-tech toys such as Elmo Live.Sesame’s cross-cultural, multi-generational appeal has a lot to do with the specific age group it targets. “The bulk of our audience is in the 2s and 3s, though we shoot for 2 to 4,” says executive producer Carol-Lynn Parente. At that early stage, says Spinney — who is 75, and has been with the show since Day 1 (he plays Oscar as well) —“children are basically the same, and have been through the years.”But if preschoolers‟ fundamental needs and sensibilities haven‟t changed much, the world around them has — not least of all on the media landscape, where Sesame Street now competes with many other kids‟ shows and an ever-expanding array of new media.In 2000, the Children‟s Television Workshop, the organization through which creator Joan Ganz Cooney launched Sesame Street on PBS predecessor NET, changed its title to Sesame Workshop, to reflect its expansion into the digital, interactive age.Content and presentation continue to evolve on TV as well. The show‟s famously catchy theme song, Sunny Day, now has a hip-hop beat and a jazzier arrangement. Parente stresses that it‟s just as important “to keep our curriculum current. The ABC‟s and 123‟s are always there, but we stay relevant by incorporating other things that are interesting and meaningful.”“We focus on all aspects of d evelopment — cognitive needs, social and emotional needs, health needs —and bring in advisers who are experts in each area, to make sure we‟re age-appropriate,” says Rosemarie Truglio, vice president of education and research, Sesame Workshop. “But we nev er talk down to children, and we‟re not afraid to explore sensitive topics.”Sesame has had its critics in the academic community as well.For Mary Lynn Crow, a clinical psychologist and professor of education at the University of Texas-Arlington, “shows l ike Sesame Street lack the potentially deep, personal emotional imprint (影响) that can and should occur between a student and teacher in an early educational experience.”On the other hand, Crow considers Sesame Street“a beautiful model of what I call high-tech learning. They can teach children about letters, numbers, color and size through repetition in ways traditional education can‟t, and provide early information about attitudes, values and relationships.”57. What do we learn about Sesame Street from the first two paragraphs?A) It rose to fame because of the first lady‟s role.。