2008年10月全国英语写作基础试题及答案
全国2008年10月自考英语写作基础试题课程代码：00597Ⅰ.重写句子（15 points,1.5 points each）Revise the following sentences according to the requirement.Example: The history of English words is the history of our civilization in many ways.(periodic sentence)In many ways, the history of English words is the history of our civilization.1.Hockey is a sport which is popular in many countries around the world.(simple sentence)2.Not until he crossed the line and felt the tape snap against his chest did Johnson know he had won the race.(loose sentence)3.I have checked my documents several times. I still can’t find the problem.(compound sentence)4.The teacher returned the homework. The teacher noticed the error.(complex sentence)5.When we are relieved of working pressures of the office, we can enjoy happiness and relaxation at home.(modifying phrase)6.Alan passed the test. Alan had studied hard. Alan had understood the material.(complex sentence)7.Fossil fuels are non-renewable. We need to find alternative energy sources. (compound sentence)8.We slipped on the road when we could see no lights in the heavy rain that night.(periodic sentence)9.At the international museum, you can find ancient Egyptian art. You can explore African artifacts there. You can discover beautiful textiles from around the world there.(parallel structure)10.We lived in a small town when I was a small child. We moved to Shanghai later. My father1landed a better job there.(compound-complex sentence)Ⅱ.改写病句（15 points, 3 points each）Correct the errors in the following sentences.Example: After seeing an offensive mouthwash ad on television. I resolved never to buy that brand again.After seeing an offensive mouthwash ad on television, I resolved never to buy thatbrand again.11.In summer, Juanna didn’t love trav eling in Rome she felt it was too hot there.12.Shakespeare wrote comedies, tragedies, romances, and the plays which were based on historical events.13.While driving on Blueberry Avenue yesterday afternoon, a tree fell toward Jack’s car.14.One of Jenny’s greatest joys in life is eating desserts. Such as milkshake, cookies or strawberry cake.15.Peter ordered the meal for his friends ranging from fried shrimp to chopped beef.Ⅲ.标出主题句（15 points, 5 points each）16.Choose the best topic sentence from the group below. Write the choice in the blank.A. The most critical election happened in 1896.B. The Great Depression produced conditions for 1932 election.C. Abraham Lincoln won the election of 1860 and became the 16th American president.D. America’s two-party system has experienced three critical elections, each of which affected the party balance in government.Answer: ______________________________________________________17.Read the following paragraph and underline the topic sentence.A family group is a good example for illustrating norms, roles, status positions, and social structure. Charlie has certain expectations for Alice that have developed between them over2time. Alice is his wife, and he expects her to have the primary responsibility for childrearing and for dealing with relatives. She is expected to listen to his complaints about his boss, to give him encouragement concerning his professional life, to be nice to his friends, to be patient with his impatience, and to spend the family funds carefully. Alice, on the other hand, expects Charlie, her husband, to share in housework, to prepare the meals, to play with the children, to listen to her complaints about her boss, to encourage her to pursue her professional growth, and to know what to do in a weather emergency or when the plumbing breaks down.18.Read the following paragraph carefully and select the best topic sentence from the four possible answers that follow the paragraph. Write the choice in the blank.Topic Sentence: ______________________________________________________Until the early 1960s, most people reported getting more news from newspapers than from any other source By the mid-1960s, television nudged(轻推)out newspapers as the public’s major source of news. By the 1980s, about two-thirds of the public cited television as their news source, compared with less than one-half who named newspapers and less than one-fifth who relied on radio. Not only is television the public’s most important source of news now, but television news is also rated as more trustworthy than newspaper news—by a margin of more than 2 to 1.A. Virtually all citizens rely on the mass media for news.B. Only a very small number of the public relied on the radio for news.C. The public got news mainly from newspapers before the early 1960s.D. Television now has become the most popular and trustworthy source of news.Ⅳ.重新组合段落（5 points, 1 point each）Rearrange the following numbered sentences so that they will read logically. Put the numbers in proper sequence in the boxes provided below.19.The house they put us in was ugly, with an ugly yard and a few ugly bushes.320.Yet our guardians’ efforts to punish us were not always effective.21.And the clothes we wore were continually pieced; the food we ate was terrible.22.Af ter our parents’ death, our comfortable life came to an end and we were kept well below the poverty line by our guardians.23.No more could they put a halt to it than they could keep us.24.They could keep books out of our hands, restrict our communication with the neighbors’ children by penning us within a wire-net fence.25.The passionate pleasure we got from soap bubbles, rainbows, holy pictures and spider webs was beyond our guardians’ power of prevention.26.However, they could not stop us from using our eyes.Ⅴ.标出与段落内容无关的句子（10 points）Read the following paragraph and cross out the irrelevant sentences.When my friend Tom sets to work in the kitchen, disaster often results. I, frankly, am not much of a cook. Once he tried to make toasted cheese sandwiches for us by putting slices of cheese in the toaster along with the bread, he ruined the toaster. On another occasion, he had cut up some fresh beans and put them in a pan to steam. The water in the pan steamed away while Tom was on the telephone, and both the beans and the coating in the pan were ruined. Finally, another time Tom made spaghetti for us, and the noodles stuck so tightly together that we had to cut off slices with a knife and fork. The tomato sauce, on the other hand, turned out well. Because of Tom’s kitchen mishaps(事故), I never eat at his place without money in my pocket in case we have to go out to eat.Ⅵ.写信（40 points）Write a letter according to the following situation: the Wenchuan earthquake has made this winter extremely difficult for the victims. Write to tell your friend Smith that you are raising money to buy 200 pieces of cotton-padded clothing and some other necessities for the4earthquake victims. Ask him to join the charity and show your appreciations for his help. Don’t forget to tell him your phone number 555-5555 for further discussion. Please sign your name as Li Ping. (150-200 words)全国2008年10月自考英语写作基础试题课程代码：00597Ⅰ.重写句子（15 points,1.5 points each）Revise the following sentences according to the requirement.Example: The history of English words is the history of our civilization in many ways.(periodic sentence)In many ways, the history of English words is the history of our civilization.1.Hockey is a sport which is popular in many countries around the world.(simple sentence)In many counetries around the world, hockey is a sport which is popular.2.Not until he crossed the line and felt the tape snap against his chest did Johnson know he had won the race.(loose sentence)Johnson did not know he had won the race until he crossed the line and felt the tape snap against his chest.3.I have checked my documents several times. I still can’t find the problem.(compound sentence)I have checked my documents several times, but I still can’t find the problem.4.The teacher returned the homework. The teacher noticed the error.(complex sentence)The teacher returned the homework when (after) she noticed the error.5.When we are relieved of working pressures of the office, we can enjoy happiness and relaxation at home.(modifying phrase)Relieved of working pressures of the office, we can enjoy happiness and relaxation at5home.6.Alan passed the test. Alan had studied hard. Alan had understood the material.(complex sentence)Alan passed the test because Alan had studied hard and understood the material.7.Fossil fuels are non-renewable. We need to find alternative energy sources. (compound sentence)Fossil fuels are non-renewable, so we need to find alternative energy sources.8.We slipped on the road when we could see no lights in the heavy rain that night.(periodic sentence)When we could see no lights in the heavy rain that night, we slipped on the road.9.At the international museum, you can find ancient Egyptian art. You can explore African artifacts there. You can discover beautiful textiles from around the world there.(parallel structure)At the international museum, you can find ancient Egyptian art, explore African artifacts, discover beautiful textiles from around the world.10.We lived in a small town when I was a small child. We moved to Shanghai later. My father landed a better job there.(compound-complex sentence)We lived in a small town when I was a small child, and we moved to Shanghai later because my father landed a better job there.Ⅱ.改写病句（15 points, 3 points each）Correct the errors in the following sentences.Example: After seeing an offensive mouthwash ad on television. I resolved never to buy that brand again.After seeing an offensive mouthwash ad on television, I resolved never to buy that brand again.11.In summer, Juanna didn’t love traveling in Rome she felt it was too hot there.6In summer, Juanna didn’t love traveling in Rome because she felt it was too hot there. 12.Shakespeare wrote comedies, tragedies, romances, and the plays which were based on historical events.Shakespeare wrote comedies, tragedies, romances, and some plays which were based on historical events.13.While driving on Blueberry Avenue yesterday afternoon, a tree fell toward Jack’s car. While Jack was driving on Blueberry Avenue yesterday afternoon, a tree fell toward Jack’s car.14.One of Jenny’s greatest joys in life is eating desserts. Such as milkshake, co okies or strawberry cake.One of Jenny’s greatest joys in life is eating desserts, such as milkshake, cookies or strawberry cake.15.Peter ordered the meal for his friends ranging from fried shrimp to chopped beef.For his friends, Peter ordered the meal ranging from fried shrimp to chopped beef.Ⅲ.标出主题句（15 points, 5 points each）16.Choose the best topic sentence from the group below. Write the choice in the blank.A. The most critical election happened in 1896.B. The Great Depression produced conditions for 1932 election.C. Abraham Lincoln won the election of 1860 and became the 16th American president.D. America’s two-party system has experienced three critical elections, each of which affected the party balance in government.Answer: D17.Read the following paragraph and underline the topic sentence.A family group is a good example for illustrating norms, roles, status positions, and social structure. Charlie has certain expectations for Alice that have developed between them over time. Alice is his wife, and he expects her to have the primary responsibility for childrearing7and for dealing with relatives. She is expected to listen to his complaints about his boss, to give him encouragement concerning his professional life, to be nice to his friends, to be patient with his impatience, and to spend the family funds carefully. Alice, on the other hand, expects Charlie, her husband, to share in housework, to prepare the meals, to play with the children, to listen to her complaints about her boss, to encourage her to pursue her professional growth, and to know what to do in a weather emergency or when the plumbing breaks down.18.Read the following paragraph carefully and select the best topic sentence from the four possible answers that follow the paragraph. Write the choice in the blank.Topic Sentence: A family group is a good example for illustrating norms, roles, status positions, and social structure.Until the early 1960s, most people reported getting more news from newspapers than from any other source By the mid-1960s, television nudged(轻推)out newspapers as the public’s major source of news. By the 1980s, about two-thirds of the public cited television as their news source, compared with less than one-half who named newspapers and less than one-fift h who relied on radio. Not only is television the public’s most important source of news now, but television news is also rated as more trustworthy than newspaper news—by a margin of more than 2 to 1.A. Virtually all citizens rely on the mass media for news.B. Only a very small number of the public relied on the radio for news.C. The public got news mainly from newspapers before the early 1960s.D. Television now has become the most popular and trustworthy source of news.Ⅳ.重新组合段落（5 points, 1 point each）Rearrange the following numbered sentences so that they will read logically. Put the numbers in proper sequence in the boxes provided below.19.The house they put us in was ugly, with an ugly yard and a few ugly bushes.820.Yet our guardians’ efforts to punish us were not always effective.21.And the clothes we wore were continually pieced; the food we ate was terrible.22.After our parents’ death, our comfortable life came to an end and we were kept well below the poverty line by our guardians.23.No more could they put a halt to it than they could keep us.24.They could keep books out of our hands, restrict our communication with the neighbors’ children by penning us within a wire-net fence.25.The passionate pleasure we got from soap bubbles, rainbows, holy pictures and spider webs was beyond our guardians’ power of prevention.26.However, they could not stop us from using our eyes.Ⅴ.标出与段落内容无关的句子（10 points）Read the following paragraph and cross out the irrelevant sentences.When my friend Tom sets to work in the kitchen, disaster often results. I, frankly, am not much of a cook. Once he tried to make toasted cheese sandwiches for us by putting slices of cheese in the toaster along with the bread, he ruined the toaster. On another occasion, he had cut up some fresh beans and put them in a pan to steam. The water in the pan steamed away while Tom was on the telephone, and both the beans and the coating in the pan were ruined. Finally, another time Tom made spaghetti for us, and the noodles stuck so tightly together that we had to cut off slices with a knife and fork. The tomato sauce, on the other hand, turned out well.Because of Tom’s kitchen mishaps(事故), I never eat at his place without money in my pocket in case we have to go out to eat.Ⅵ.写信（40 points）Write a letter according to the following situation: the Wenchuan earthquake has made this winter extremely difficult for the victims. Write to tell your friend Smith that you are raising money to buy 200 pieces of cotton-padded clothing and some other necessities for the9earthquake victims. Ask him to join the charity and show your appreciations for his help. Don’t forget to tell him your phone number 555-5555 for further discussion. Please sign your name as Li Ping. (150-200 words)Dear Smith, Oct. 26, 2008I am writing to ask if you could join a charity that I am organizing for the Wenchuan earthquake victims before the winter approaches.As you know, the Wenchuan earthquake occurred on Mary 12 this year, claiming tens of thousands of lives in Sichuan Province and leaving millionsof people homeless there. Tents, food, quilts, clothes and other necessities are still badly needed for the victims in the quake-hit areas.My friends and I are striving to raise sufficient money to buy 200 pieces of cotton-padded clothing and some other necessities, which certainly will beof great help to the victims in the coming winter. The quake has made this winter on exceptionally trying one for the quake victims. Any donations will behighly appreciated.If it’s convenient, please reach me at 555-5555 for further discussion.Sincerely Yours,Li Ping10。
全国2008年10月高等教育自学考试综合英语（一）
全国2008年10⽉⾼等教育⾃学考试综合英语（⼀）试题课程代码：00794I. ⽤适当的语法形式或词汇填空。
从A、B、C、D四个选项中选出⼀个答案,并将其代码填在答题纸相应的位置上。
(本⼤题共20⼩题，每⼩题1分，共20分)1. My brother was told that he _______ go to meet them at the airport.A. need not toB. needed not toC. need notD. didn't need2. The monitor has made _______ the class meeting will not be postponed.A. clearB. clear thatC. it clear thatD. that clear3. Bob was fully occupied yesterday, otherwise he _______ to the meeting.A. would comeB. had comeC. must have comeD. would have come4. The new multipurpose gymnasium is reported to _______ within two years.A. have completedB. have been completedC. having completedD. having been completed5. _______ another three weeks, I would have been able to finish the experiment.A. GivenB. GivingC. To giveD. Having given6. My sister wanted to look for a job here _______ her abilities.A. suited toB. suiting toC. suitedD. and to suit7. Young____ , Daniel Hellberg was the best candidate for the job.A. as was heB. as he wasC. although he wasD. although was he8. _______ got to the hotel yesterday evening when it began to rain heavily.A. No sooner I hadB. No sooner had IC. Hardly I hadD. Hardly had I9. She failed in the exam, ____proves that she wasn't working hard enough at school.A. thisB. itC. thatD. which10. _______ the game had begun that Jim and Tony arrived at the sports ground.A. It was not untilB. It was untilC. Not untilD. Until11. I like the arguments she _______. They sound very convincing.A. composedB. saidC. presentedD. offered12. The driver ____at the crossroads as the traffic lights flashed red.A. pulled offB. pulled upC. pulled roundD. pulled over13. The fire _______ a lot of smoke but little damage was done.A. gave awayB. sent offC. sent upD. gave off14. The governor had to _______ from office because of the scandal.A. resignB. removeC. retreatD. retire15. There is less crime than there used to be. It seems that there is a____ in the crime rate.A. defectB. declineC. descentD. delay16. She decided to go back to her home village _______ stay on in that strange city.A. thanB. insteadC. rather thanD. other than17. Although she has not appeared in a movie for over twenty years, her name is still familiar to her fans, old and young _______.A. togetherB. alikeC. likeD. all18. I think a new era in the relationships between our two countries has _______.A. set aboutB. set outC. set upD. set in19. It is difficult to maintain our present rate of increase and in the meantime keep inflation____control..A. underB. beneathC. withinD. below20. When she heard the shot, she dashed there at once _______ to find a baby elephant shot dead.A. justB. onlyC. thenD. aboutⅡ．认真阅读下⾯两篇短⽂,每篇短⽂后有五个问题。
2008英语试题及答案
2008英语试题及答案一、听力理解（共20分）1. What is the woman going to do this evening?A. Visit her parents.B. Go to the cinema.C. Do some shopping.2. How much will the man pay for the tickets?A. $20.B. $25.C. $30.3. What time does the train leave?A. At 6:15 a.m.B. At 7:15 a.m.C. At 8:15 a.m.4. Where are the speakers?A. In a restaurant.B. At a bank.C. In a library.5. What does the woman mean?A. She doesn't like the gift.B. She thinks the gift is too expensive.C. She wants to buy something else.二、阅读理解（共30分）Passage 16. What is the main idea of the passage?A. The importance of sleep.B. The effects of sleep deprivation.C. The benefits of taking naps.7. According to the passage, which of the following is NOT a sign of sleep deprivation?A. Difficulty in concentrating.B. Frequent mood swings.C. Increased appetite.8. What does the author suggest to improve sleep quality?A. Taking naps during the day.B. Reducing caffeine intake.C. Exercising before bedtime.Passage 29. What is the purpose of the article?A. To introduce a new technology.B. To discuss the impact of technology on employment.C. To predict the future of technology.10. Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a benefit of automation?A. Increased productivity.B. Reduced labor costs.C. Improved job satisfaction.11. What does the author think about the future of employment?A. It will be significantly affected by automation.B. It will remain largely unchanged.C. It will be completely replaced by machines.Passage 312. What is the author's opinion about the new policy?A. It is too restrictive.B. It is necessary for the environment.C. It will have a negative impact on the economy.13. What is the main reason for implementing the policy?A. To reduce traffic congestion.B. To improve air quality.C. To encourage public transportation.14. How does the author suggest the policy could be improved?A. By providing more public transportation options.B. By allowing exceptions for certain vehicles.C. By offering financial incentives for carpooling.三、完形填空（共20分）15. A. althoughB. becauseC. unless16. A. interestedB. boredC. excited17. A. decidedB. hesitatedC. refused18. A. despiteB. in spite ofC. because of19. A. leftB. arrivedC. returned20. A. worriedB. surprisedC. disappointed四、翻译（共15分）21. 随着经济的快速发展，环境污染问题日益严重。
全国2008年10月高等教育自学考试基础英语试题2
三、完形填空（本⼤题共15⼩题，每⼩题1分，共15分）选择答案完成句⼦，错选、多选或未选均⽆分。
James wrote a play for television, about an immigrant family who came to England from Pakistan, and the problems they had in England. The play was a surprising success, and it was bought by an American TV company. James was invited to go to New York to 41 the production. He lived in Dulwich, 42 is an hour’s journey 43 Heathrow. The flight was 44 leave at 8∶30 a.m., so he had to be at the airport at about 7∶30 in the morning. He ordered a mini-cab for 6∶30, 45 his alarm clock for 5∶45, and 46 sleep.47he forgot to wind the clock, and it stopped shortly after midnight. Also the driver of the mini-cab had to work very late that night and48 .James woke with that awful feeling 49 something was wrong. He looked at his alarm clock. It stopped there silently, with the hands 50 to ten past twelve. He turned on the radio and discovered that it was, in fact, ten to nine. He swore quietly and 51 the electric kettle. He was just pouring the 52 water into the teapot 53 the nine o’clock pips sounded54 the radio. The announcer began to read the news “…reports are coming in of a crash near Heathrow Airport. A Boeing 707 bound for New York crashed shortly after taking 55 this morning. Flight number 2234…” James turned pale. “My flight,” he said out aloud. “If I had not overslept, I would have been on that plane.”41. A. help B. help out C. be helpful with D. help with42. A. that B. which C. it D. as43. A. out of B. far from C. away from D. away off44. A. due to B. set to C. decided to D. ordered to45. A. put B. putting C. set D. setting46. A. going to B. go to C. to go to D. went to47.A. Fortunately B. Luckily C. Unfortunately D. Happily48. A. oversleeps B. overslept C. overstays D. overstayed49. A. that B. which C. it D. as50. A. pointing B. points C. pointed D. to point51. A. switched out B. switched on C. switched down D. switched off52. A. boiled B. boiling C. being boiled D. being boiling53. A. while B. as C. during D. when54. A. in B. on C. out of D. inside55. A. off B. down C. away D. out四、阅读理解（本⼤题共10⼩题，每⼩题2分，共20分）本部分有两篇短⽂，每篇短⽂后有五个问题,每个问题有四个选项,选择答案完成句⼦。
2008年10月全国英语写作基础试题及答案
全国2008年10月自考英语写作基础试题课程代码：00597Ⅰ.重写句子（15 points,1.5 points each）Revise the following sentences according to the requirement.Example: The history of English words is the history of our civilization in many ways.(periodic sentence)In many ways, the history of English words is the history of our civilization.1.Hockey is a sport which is popular in many countries around the world.(simple sentence)2.Not until he crossed the line and felt the tape snap against his chest did Johnson know he had won the race.(loose sentence)3.I have checked my documents several times. I still can’t find the problem.(compound sentence)4.The teacher returned the homework. The teacher noticed the error.(complex sentence)5.When we are relieved of working pressures of the office, we can enjoy happiness and relaxation at home.(modifying phrase)6.Alan passed the test. Alan had studied hard. Alan had understood the material.(complex sentence)7.Fossil fuels are non-renewable. We need to find alternative energy sources. (compound sentence)8.We slipped on the road when we could see no lights in the heavy rain that night.(periodic sentence)9.At the international museum, you can find ancient Egyptian art. You can explore African artifacts there. You can discover beautiful textiles from around the world there.(parallel structure)10.We lived in a small town when I was a small child. We moved to Shanghai later. My father1landed a better job there.(compound-complex sentence)Ⅱ.改写病句（15 points, 3 points each）Correct the errors in the following sentences.Example: After seeing an offensive mouthwash ad on television. I resolved never to buy that brand again.After seeing an offensive mouthwash ad on television, I resolved never to buy thatbrand again.11.In summer, Juanna didn’t love trav eling in Rome she felt it was too hot there.12.Shakespeare wrote comedies, tragedies, romances, and the plays which were based on historical events.13.While driving on Blueberry Avenue yesterday afternoon, a tree fell toward Jack’s car.14.One of Jenny’s greatest joys in life is eating desserts. Such as milkshake, cookies or strawberry cake.15.Peter ordered the meal for his friends ranging from fried shrimp to chopped beef.Ⅲ.标出主题句（15 points, 5 points each）16.Choose the best topic sentence from the group below. Write the choice in the blank.A. The most critical election happened in 1896.B. The Great Depression produced conditions for 1932 election.C. Abraham Lincoln won the election of 1860 and became the 16th American president.D. America’s two-party system has experienced three critical elections, each of which affected the party balance in government.Answer: ______________________________________________________17.Read the following paragraph and underline the topic sentence.A family group is a good example for illustrating norms, roles, status positions, and social structure. Charlie has certain expectations for Alice that have developed between them over2time. Alice is his wife, and he expects her to have the primary responsibility for childrearing and for dealing with relatives. She is expected to listen to his complaints about his boss, to give him encouragement concerning his professional life, to be nice to his friends, to be patient with his impatience, and to spend the family funds carefully. Alice, on the other hand, expects Charlie, her husband, to share in housework, to prepare the meals, to play with the children, to listen to her complaints about her boss, to encourage her to pursue her professional growth, and to know what to do in a weather emergency or when the plumbing breaks down.18.Read the following paragraph carefully and select the best topic sentence from the four possible answers that follow the paragraph. Write the choice in the blank.Topic Sentence: ______________________________________________________Until the early 1960s, most people reported getting more news from newspapers than from any other source By the mid-1960s, television nudged(轻推)out newspapers as the public’s major source of news. By the 1980s, about two-thirds of the public cited television as their news source, compared with less than one-half who named newspapers and less than one-fifth who relied on radio. Not only is television the public’s most important source of news now, but television news is also rated as more trustworthy than newspaper news—by a margin of more than 2 to 1.A. Virtually all citizens rely on the mass media for news.B. Only a very small number of the public relied on the radio for news.C. The public got news mainly from newspapers before the early 1960s.D. Television now has become the most popular and trustworthy source of news.Ⅳ.重新组合段落（5 points, 1 point each）Rearrange the following numbered sentences so that they will read logically. Put the numbers in proper sequence in the boxes provided below.19.The house they put us in was ugly, with an ugly yard and a few ugly bushes.320.Yet our guardians’ efforts to punish us were not always effective.21.And the clothes we wore were continually pieced; the food we ate was terrible.22.Af ter our parents’ death, our comfortable life came to an end and we were kept well below the poverty line by our guardians.23.No more could they put a halt to it than they could keep us.24.They could keep books out of our hands, restrict our communication with the neighbors’ children by penning us within a wire-net fence.25.The passionate pleasure we got from soap bubbles, rainbows, holy pictures and spider webs was beyond our guardians’ power of prevention.26.However, they could not stop us from using our eyes.Ⅴ.标出与段落内容无关的句子（10 points）Read the following paragraph and cross out the irrelevant sentences.When my friend Tom sets to work in the kitchen, disaster often results. I, frankly, am not much of a cook. Once he tried to make toasted cheese sandwiches for us by putting slices of cheese in the toaster along with the bread, he ruined the toaster. On another occasion, he had cut up some fresh beans and put them in a pan to steam. The water in the pan steamed away while Tom was on the telephone, and both the beans and the coating in the pan were ruined. Finally, another time Tom made spaghetti for us, and the noodles stuck so tightly together that we had to cut off slices with a knife and fork. The tomato sauce, on the other hand, turned out well. Because of Tom’s kitchen mishaps(事故), I never eat at his place without money in my pocket in case we have to go out to eat.Ⅵ.写信（40 points）Write a letter according to the following situation: the Wenchuan earthquake has made this winter extremely difficult for the victims. Write to tell your friend Smith that you are raising money to buy 200 pieces of cotton-padded clothing and some other necessities for the4earthquake victims. Ask him to join the charity and show your appreciations for his help. Don’t forget to tell him your phone number 555-5555 for further discussion. Please sign your name as Li Ping. (150-200 words)Dear SmithIts long time no see. How have you been ? Hope your everything goes well and give my best wishes to your family please , i suppose you hear of the wenchuan earthquake,China,. Its really terrible .since i know many victims of wenchuan earthquake suffered such a huge calamity . i know many of the are homeless now . especially, this winter they lose their homes where they could undergo chill weather are too difficult to go through. I am sure many the victims of they are lack of necessities also . so i decide to raise money to buy 200 pieces of cotton –padded clothing and some other necessities for the wenchuan earthquake victims . if it is possible. please join the charity with me . that will be great , i do appreciate you so much . by the way , there is any further discussion you can contact with me . my phone number is 555-55555.Many thanksBest wishes,Your sincerlyLi ping5全国2008年10月自考英语写作基础试题课程代码：00597Ⅰ.重写句子（15 points,1.5 points each）Revise the following sentences according to the requirement.Example: The history of English words is the history of our civilization in many ways.(periodic sentence)In many ways, the history of English words is the history of our civilization.1.Hockey is a sport which is popular in many countries around the world.(simple sentence)In many counetries around the world, hockey is a sport which is popular.2.Not until he crossed the line and felt the tape snap against his chest did Johnson know he had won the race.(loose sentence)Johnson did not know he had won the race until he crossed the line and felt the tape snap against his chest.3.I have checked my documents several times. I still can’t find the problem.(compound sentence)I have checked my documents several times, but I still can’t find the problem.4.The teacher returned the homework. The teacher noticed the error.(complex sentence)The teacher returned the homework when (after) she noticed the error.5.When we are relieved of working pressures of the office, we can enjoy happiness and relaxation at home.(modifying phrase)Relieved of working pressures of the office, we can enjoy happiness and relaxation at home.6.Alan passed the test. Alan had studied hard. Alan had understood the material.(complex sentence)Alan passed the test because Alan had studied hard and understood the material.67.Fossil fuels are non-renewable. We need to find alternative energy sources. (compound sentence)Fossil fuels are non-renewable, so we need to find alternative energy sources.8.We slipped on the road when we could see no lights in the heavy rain that night.(periodic sentence)When we could see no lights in the heavy rain that night, we slipped on the road.9.At the international museum, you can find ancient Egyptian art. You can explore African artifacts there. You can discover beautiful textiles from around the world there.(parallel structure)At the international museum, you can find ancient Egyptian art, explore African artifacts, discover beautiful textiles from around the world.10.We lived in a small town when I was a small child. We moved to Shanghai later. My father landed a better job there.(compound-complex sentence)We lived in a small town when I was a small child, and we moved to Shanghai later because my father landed a better job there.Ⅱ.改写病句（15 points, 3 points each）Correct the errors in the following sentences.Example: After seeing an offensive mouthwash ad on television. I resolved never to buy that brand again.After seeing an offensive mouthwash ad on television, I resolved never to buy that brand again.11.In summer, Juanna didn’t love traveling in Rome she felt it was too hot there.In summer, Juanna didn’t love traveling in Rome because she felt it was too hot there. 12.Shakespeare wrote comedies, tragedies, romances, and the plays which were based on historical events.Shakespeare wrote comedies, tragedies, romances, and some plays which were based on7historical events.13.While driving on Blueberry Avenue yesterday afternoon, a tree fell toward Jack’s car. While Jack was driving on Blueberry Avenue yesterday afternoon, a tree fell toward Jack’s car.14.One of Jenny’s greatest joys in life is eating desserts. Such as milkshake, co okies or strawberry cake.One of Jenny’s greatest joys in life is eating desserts, such as milkshake, cookies or strawberry cake.15.Peter ordered the meal for his friends ranging from fried shrimp to chopped beef.For his friends, Peter ordered the meal ranging from fried shrimp to chopped beef.Ⅲ.标出主题句（15 points, 5 points each）16.Choose the best topic sentence from the group below. Write the choice in the blank.A. The most critical election happened in 1896.B. The Great Depression produced conditions for 1932 election.C. Abraham Lincoln won the election of 1860 and became the 16th American president.D. America’s two-party system has experienced three critical elections, each of which affected the party balance in government.Answer: D17.Read the following paragraph and underline the topic sentence.A family group is a good example for illustrating norms, roles, status positions, and social structure. Charlie has certain expectations for Alice that have developed between them over time. Alice is his wife, and he expects her to have the primary responsibility for childrearing and for dealing with relatives. She is expected to listen to his complaints about his boss, to give him encouragement concerning his professional life, to be nice to his friends, to be patient with his impatience, and to spend the family funds carefully. Alice, on the other hand, expects Charlie, her husband, to share in housework, to prepare the meals, to play with the8children, to listen to her complaints about her boss, to encourage her to pursue her professional growth, and to know what to do in a weather emergency or when the plumbing breaks down.18.Read the following paragraph carefully and select the best topic sentence from the four possible answers that follow the paragraph. Write the choice in the blank.Topic Sentence: A family group is a good example for illustrating norms, roles, status positions, and social structure.Until the early 1960s, most people reported getting more news from newspapers than from any other source By the mid-1960s, television nudged(轻推)out newspapers as the public’s major source of news. By the 1980s, about two-thirds of the public cited television as their news source, compared with less than one-half who named newspapers and less than one-fift h who relied on radio. Not only is television the public’s most important source of news now, but television news is also rated as more trustworthy than newspaper news—by a margin of more than 2 to 1.A. Virtually all citizens rely on the mass media for news.B. Only a very small number of the public relied on the radio for news.C. The public got news mainly from newspapers before the early 1960s.D. Television now has become the most popular and trustworthy source of news.Ⅳ.重新组合段落（5 points, 1 point each）Rearrange the following numbered sentences so that they will read logically. Put the numbers in proper sequence in the boxes provided below.b．19.The house they put us in was ugly, with an ugly yard and a few ugly bushes.e20.Yet our guardians’ efforts to punish us were not always effective.C.21.And the clothes we wore were continually pieced; the food we ate was terrible. a．22.After our parents’ death, our comfortable life came to an end and we were kept well below the poverty line by our guardians.923.No more could they put a halt to it than they could keep us.d24.They could keep books out of our hands, restrict our communication with the neighbors’ children by penning us within a wire-net fence.f25.The passionate pleasure we got from soap bubbles, rainbows, holy pictures and spider webs was beyond our guardians’ power of prevention.e26.However, they could not stop us from using our eyes22/19/21/24/20/23/25/26Ⅴ.标出与段落内容无关的句子（10 points）Read the following paragraph and cross out the irrelevant sentences.When my friend Tom sets to work in the kitchen, disaster often results. I, frankly, am not much of a cook. Once he tried to make toasted cheese sandwiches for us by putting slices of cheese in the toaster along with the bread, he ruined the toaster. On another occasion, he had cut up some fresh beans and put them in a pan to steam. The water in the pan steamed away while Tom was on the telephone, and both the beans and the coating in the pan were ruined. Finally, another time Tom made spaghetti for us, and the noodles stuck so tightly together that we had to cut off slices with a knife and fork. The tomato sauce, on the other hand, turned out well.Because of Tom’s kitchen mishaps(事故), I never eat at his place without money in my pocket in case we have to go out to eat.Ⅵ.写信（40 points）Write a letter according to the following situation: the Wenchuan earthquake has made this winter extremely difficult for the victims. Write to tell your friend Smith that you are raising money to buy 200 pieces of cotton-padded clothing and some other necessities for the10earthquake victims. Ask him to join the charity and show your appreciations for his help. Don’t forget to tell him your phone number 555-5555 for further discussion. Please sign your name as Li Ping. (150-200 words)Dear Smith, Oct. 26, 2008I am writing to ask if you could join a charity that I am organizing for the Wenchuan earthquake victims before the winter approaches.As you know, the Wenchuan earthquake occurred on Mary 12 this year, claiming tens of thousands of lives in Sichuan Province and leaving millionsof people homeless there. Tents, food, quilts, clothes and other necessities are still badly needed for the victims in the quake-hit areas.My friends and I are striving to raise sufficient money to buy 200 pieces of cotton-padded clothing and some other necessities, which certainly will beof great help to the victims in the coming winter. The quake has made this winter on exceptionally trying one for the quake victims. Any donations will behighly appreciated.If it’s convenient, please reach me at 555-5555 for further discussion.Sincerely Yours,Li PingJan 1.4Dear SmithIts long time no see. How have you been ? Hope your everything goes well and give my best wishes to your family please , i suppose you hear of the wenchuan earthquake,China,. Its really terrible .since i know many victims of wenchuan earthquake suffered such a huge11calamity .i know many of the are homeless now . especially, this winter they lose their homes where they could undergo chill weather are too difficult to go through. I am sure many the victims of they are lack of necessities also . so i decide to raise money to buy 200 pieces of cotton –padded clothing and some other necessities for the wenchuan earthquake victims . if it is possible. please join the charity with me . that will be great , i do appreciate you so much .by the way , there is any further discussion you can contact with me . my phone number is 555-55555.Your sincerelyLi ping12。
2008年10月全国自考英语(二)历年真题参考答案
2008年10月份全国自考英语（二）历年真题参考答案一、Vocabulary and Structure（10 points,1 point for each item）1.He was specifically asked to write a play that would be______to the localcommunity.A.flexibleB.accessibleC.responsibleD.Capable答案：B2.It is strongly held that new______must be introduced to protect the right ofthe immigrants.A.statisticsB.constructionsC.measuresD.Concessions答案：C3.Country life is better than city life______it offers fresh air and noiselessenvironment.A.in thatB.as thatC.as forD.in which答案：A4.Opposition leaders will be watching carefully to see how the PrimeMinister______the crisis.A.handlesB.conductsC.observesD.directs答案：A5.It took a few seconds for her eyes to______to the darkness.A.allocateB.adoptC.applyD.adjust答案：D6.To write up his novel，John is looking for an environment free______outsidedistraction.A.onB.withC.fromD.in答案：C7.Johnson was ______unknown before running for the presidency.A.visiblyB.visuallyC.verticallyD.virtually答案：D8.The volunteers would rather go by train than______.A.to driveB.driveC.drivenD.to be driven答案：B9.Never before______so rapidly developing as it is today.A.has our country beenB.has been our countryC.our country has beenD.our country been has答案：A10.Police are______the disappearance of two children.A.looking upB.looking throughC.looking intoD.looking on答案：C二、Cloze Test（10 points,1 point for each item）下列短文中有十个空白，每个空白有四个选项。
2008年全国各地高考英语试题书面表达及范文集锦20套(完整版)
2008年全国各地高考英语试题书面表达及范文集锦20套1. 全国卷I（海南、宁夏卷）假定你是李华，从小喜爱大熊猫（panda）,一直通过有关网站(website)关注三年前在美国圣迭哥动物园出生的大熊猫“苏琳”和她的母亲“白云”。
现在苏琳即将三岁。
请根据以下要点给动物园工作人员写一封信：1. 自我介绍；2. 祝贺苏琳生日；3. 感谢工作人员；4. 索取苏琳三岁生日照。
注意：1、词数100左右；2、可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯；3、开头语已为你写好。
Dear Sir/Madam,Greetings from China!_____________________________________________________________________One Possible VersionDear Sir/ Madam,Greetings from China!I’m Li Hua, a student in Sichuan. I’ve been a panda lover since I was a child. About three years ago I was delighted to learn that Baiyun gave birth to her daughter Sulin and I’ve been watching her grow on your website. Now she’s going to be there. I’d like to wish her a happy birthday and to express my thanks to you for your hard work, because of which Sulin and her parents are living a happy and healthy life in the US.By the way, could I have a photo of Sulin taken on her third birthday? Thank you very much in advance.Yours truly,Li Hua2. 全国卷II假定你是李华, 你的英国朋友Peter来信向你咨询如何才能学好中文. 请你根据下列要点写回信.要点: 1. 参加中文学习班;2. 看中文书刊、电视；3. 学唱中文歌曲；4. 交中国朋友。
00603英语写作2008年10月份
全国2008年10月高等教育自学考试英语写作试题课程代码：00603Ⅰ. Supply the missing paragraph (20 points)The following passage is incomplete with one body paragraph missing. Study the passage carefully and write the missing paragraph in about 100 words. Make sure that your tone and diction are in unity with the passage provided.Different Types of ParentsIt is universally true that all parents in the world love their children. However, as parents’ views of life vary, they love their children in different ways. Generally speaking, in terms of how they treat their children, parents fall into three basic types: autocratic, democratic, and permissive.The autocratic parent’s word is the law. He always sets rules, expecting complete obedience from his children. He assumes that he knows what is best for his children and that they will learn discipline and respect for authority from his orders. He does not realize that he may not know best and that rules without mercy may breed contempt for authority. If the child came home late from a party because a major accident on the highway tied up traffic for miles, this parent would not allow the child to explain his reasons for being late. The child would be immediately punished. This kind of parent probably has good intentions, wanting his ch ild to grow up “right,” but his approach to the task may lead to conflicts.The democratic parent is not so strict. He is willing to discuss rules with his children and listen to their side of an argument. If his child came home an hour late from a party, he would listen to the explanation instead of punishing the child immediately. In general, the democratic parent lays down fewer rules than his autocratic counterpart because he realizes children must learn certain things in life on their own. He prefers to play the role of an advisor and is always available when his children need help.Too few people with children are democratic parents, which is the best of the three types. Too much or too little authority often breeds disrespect and resentment. A good parent should offer guidance and advice; he should not try to rule his children or disregard his children completely. Ⅱ. Write an outline (20 points)Read the following passage carefully and compose a “topic outline” for it.The Human BrainFor centuries, people wondered about how the human brain works. Researchers were particularly concerned about its structure and functions. It was not long ago that scientists made the remarkable discovery that our brains are divided into two halves—left brain and right brain, and that each half has separate features and roles.The left brain is said to be the logical brain. It is the left brain that we use to solve mathematical problems and go think logically. For example, if you are asked how to make coffee, this is what happens. Your left brain begins to work; it searches its files for information on coffee making. If it finds the files, it begins relating what to do step by step. If it does not find any record, it says it does not know.The right brain is often called the creative brain. It has the function of thinking creatively. This contains all the artistic functions, including art and music appreciation. When you want to draw a picture or compose a piece of music or write poetry, it is the right brain that is in operation. When you come across a new situation in your life, your right brain gives ideas on how to tackle it.To some people, the left brain is dominant and to others, the right brain is. Of people who are good in mathematics and language expression—that is, putting into practice what they have learnt, we say that they are more left-brained. They are not very sensitive and believe in doing everything only after reasoning. They are very sharp at arguments. They are the type who will not believe in anything until they see it. Right-brained people are more artistic and have a good sense of music appreciation. They are also more sensitive and tend to be emotional. They are more open to new ideas and are willing to accept radical positions.Is the left brain better or the right brain? Both sides of the brain are equally important. In an ideal situation, a person should be exactly equal in both sides of the brain. However, as in most things, the ideal never happens. People are dominated by one or the other side of their brains. In order to function effectively in the world, we must learn to use both sides of the brain. In many situations that we meet in the world, there will be requirements for both sides of the brain to work together as partners. For example, when you want to write a story, which brain do you use? The answer is both brains. You need the right brain to think of the ideas and you need the left side to arrange everything in a logical sequence. You cannot go through life with only one side functioning.It’s fundamentally important for people to know these interesting facts about the human brains. However, many aspects concerning our brains still remain unknown. With scientists’ persistent efforts, more secrets of the human brain will be revealed.Ⅲ. Compose an essay (60 points)Nowadays, some traditional beliefs and customs tend to be less valued. Choose one such belief or custom and explain why you think it should be continued or maintained. Writea 300-word argumentative essay defending your views.。
2008年10月全国英语写作基础答案
全国2008年10月英语写作基础答案Ⅰ.重写句子（15 points,1.5 points each）1.Hockey is a sport which is popular in many countries around the world.(simple sentence)In many counetries around the world, hockey is a sport which is popular.2.Not until he crossed the line and felt the tape snap against his chest did Johnson know he had won the race.(loose sentence)Johnson did not know he had won the race until he crossed the line and felt the tape snap against his chest.3.I have checked my documents several times. I still can’t f ind the problem.(compound sentence)I have checked my documents several times, but I still can’t find the problem.4.The teacher returned the homework. The teacher noticed the error.(complex sentence)The teacher returned the homework when (after) she noticed the error.5.When we are relieved of working pressures of the office, we can enjoy happiness and relaxation at home.(modifying phrase)Relieved of working pressures of the office, we can enjoy happiness and relaxation at home.6.Alan passed the test. Alan had studied hard. Alan had understood the material.(complex sentence)Alan passed the test because Alan had studied hard and understood the material.7.Fossil fuels are non-renewable. We need to find alternative energy sources. (compound sentence)Fossil fuels are non-renewable, so we need to find alternative energy sources.8.We slipped on the road when we could see no lights in the heavy rain that night.(periodic sentence)When we could see no lights in the heavy rain that night, we slipped on the road.9.At the international museum, you can find ancient Egyptian art. Y ou can explore African artifacts there. Y ou can discover beautiful textiles from around the world there.(parallel structure)At the international museum, you can find ancient Egyptian art, explore African artifacts, discover beautiful textiles from around the world.10.We lived in a small town when I was a small child. We moved to Shanghai later. My father landed a better job there.(compound-complex sentence)We lived in a small town when I was a small child, and we moved to Shanghai later because my father landed a better job there.Ⅱ.改写病句（15 points, 3 points each）11.In summer, Juanna didn’t love traveling in Rome she felt it was too hot there.In summer, Juanna didn’t love traveling in Rome because she felt it was too hot there.12.Shakespeare wrote comedies, tragedies, romances, and the plays which were based on historical events. Shakespeare wrote comedies, tragedies, romances, and some plays which were based on historical events.13.While driving on Blueberry A venue yesterday afternoon, a tree fell toward Jack’s car.While Jack was driving on Blueberry Avenue yesterday afternoon, a tree fell toward Jack’s car.14.One of Jenny’s greatest joys in life is eating desserts. Such as milkshake, cookies or strawberry cake.One of Jenny’s greatest joys in life is eating desserts, such as milkshake, cookies or strawberry cake.15.Peter ordered the meal for his friends ranging from fried shrimp to chopped beef.For his friends, Peter ordered the meal ranging from fried shrimp to chopped beef.Ⅲ.标出主题句（15 points, 5 points each）16.D17.Topic Sentence: A family group is a good example for illustrating norms, roles, status positions, and social structure.D. T elevision now has become the most popular and trustworthy source of news.Ⅳ.重新组合段落（5 points, 1 point each）Ⅴ.标出与段落内容无关的句子（10 points）I, frankly, am not much of a cook.The tomato sauce, on the other hand, turned out well.Ⅵ.写信（40 points）Oct. 26, 2008Dear Smith,I am writing to ask if you could join a charity that I am organizing for the W enchuan earthquake victims before the winter approaches.As you know, the W enchuan earthquake occurred on May 12 this year, claiming tens of thousands of lives lost in Sichuan Province and leaving millions of people homeless there. T ents, food, quilts, clothes and other necessities are still badly needed for the victims in the quake-hit areas.My friends and I are striving to raise enough money to buy 200 pieces of cotton-padded clothing and some other necessities, which certainly will be of great help to the victims in the coming winter. The quake has made this winter exceptionally cold for the quake victims. Any donations will be highly appreciated.If it’s convenient, please reach me at 555-5555 for further discussion.Sincerely Y ours,Li Ping。
10月全国英语写作基础自考试题及答案解析
全国2019年10月高等教育自学考试英语写作基础试题课程代码：00597全部题目用英文作答。
I. 重写句子(15 points,1.5points each)Revise the followi ng sentences accord ing to the requireme nt.Example: The history of English words in the history of our civilization in many ways.(periodic sentence) In many ways, the history of En glish words is the history of our civilizati on.1.1 like roller-skating. I like ice-skating better.(compound sentence)2.If you sit by the window facing the sun on a sunny win ter day, you may feel nice and warm.(loose sentence)3. Mary put the steak on the grill. The charcoal was burning evenly.(complex sentence)4. His valuable papers were destroyed in the fire. Tom called the in sura nee compa ny.(complex sentence)5.1 asked my friend if we should tip the driver when the bus tour ended.(periodic sentence)6. Your uncle married my aunt. He is rich. She is poor.(simple sentence)7. Jerry is smart. He should be able to han dle eightee n credits this semester.(compo und sentence)8.1 returned to school following a long illness. The math teacher gave me make-up work to do, butthe history teacher made me drop her course.(compo un d-complex sentence)9. Jack applied for a job. He went for an in terview. He was hired.(parallel structure)10. Meet me in the courtyard for dessert when you finish doing the dishes.(periodic sentence)11. 改写病句(15 points,3 points each)Correct the errors in the followi ng senten ces.II. The rain might last for a while, clouds covered the en tire sky.12.ln the evening we would swim in the lake and dancing afterward.13. That woma n just bought her dog a milk shake in a red skirt.14. To pass the course, your term paper must be han ded in on time.15. Harry wouldn 'make a good negotiator he doesn'have the patienee.III. 标出主题句(15 points,5 points each)16. Choose the best topic sentence from the group below. Write the choice in the blank.A. I eat a lot of homemade ice cream.B. Homemade ice cream is my favorite.C. I have a homemade ice cream maker.D. I miss homemade ice cream a lot.Answer: _____________________________________17. Read the follow ing paragraph and un derl ine the topic senten ce.1Torn ados form un der very special weather con diti ons, and these special weather con diti ons occur most ofte n in in la nd areas, such as the cen tral Un ited States. A torn ado forms whe n a layer of warm, dry air is on top of a layer of cooler, moist air. This comb in ati on of dry, warm air above wet, cool air creates a con diti on that causes the lower layer of air to lift up. As the lower air rises, both layers of air beg in to rotate, to turn around and around. The air begi ns to rotate faster and faster because of cen trifugal(离心的)force. The torn ado has a cen ter called an “ eye” and the air rotates quickly around this eye.18. Read the follow ing paragraph carefully and select the best topic sentence from the four possible answers that follow the paragraph.Topic Sentence: ___________________________________First, I have the whole week off from the stati onery store because it 'going to be closed. My friends are all staying in town, so there will be plenty to do. We ' go to Central Park during the day and rent movies or go dow ntow n in the evenin gs. I ve also saved eno ugh money to visit my cous in in Buffalo for a couple of days, and we always have a good time together. This could be the best Easter week I would have had in a long time, especially because I don 't have to work.A. I am going to have a very long vacati on.B. Easter is a very importa nt holiday.C. Easter week is going to be terrific.D. I like won derful holidays.IV. 重新组合段落(5 points,1 point each)Rearrange the following numbered sentences so that they will read logically.Put the nu mbers in proper seque nee in the boxes provided below.19. Wines must be drunk quickly once they are opened, otherwise bacteria will use the air to convert thealcohol to vin egar.20. Red wine is made from dark grapes, and white wine from whiter grapes or from dark grapes whoseskins have bee n removed from the wi ne press at an early stage.21. Wine is the fermented juice of fresh grapes.22. The bacteria are killed by a higher alcohol content than is found in wine and that is why sherry andport, the specialties of Spain and Portugal, are fortified by the addition of spirits to make them last Ion ger.23. Wine was made in England in the Middle Ages, but the climate is not really suitable for grapevi nes.24.ln win e-mak ing, the grapes are crushed in a wine press and the yeast con verts the sugar to alcohol,when there is no air present, by a process called fermentation.25. The most famous win e-mak ing coun tries are France, Germa ny and Italy.26. The juice of the wine grape contains sugar, and growths of yeast form on the outside of the grapeskins.V. 标出与段落内容无关的句子(10 poi nts)Read the followi ng paragraph and cross out irreleva nt senten ces.The chief reasons people wear masks are these: to have fun, to protect themselves, to disguise2themselves, and to acquire a new identity. Masks are very useful. At Halloween, children wear masks for fun; they may, of course, also think they are disguising themselves, but chiefly their motive is to experience the joy of saying “ boo” to someone. Soldiers wore masks for protection, in ancient times against swords and battle-axes, in more recent times against poison gas. Bank robbers wear masks to disguise themselves, and though of course this disguise is a sort of protection, a robber 's reason for wearing a mask is fairly distinct from a soldier 'Alsl . of these reasons so far are easily understood, but we may have more trouble grasping the reason that primitive people use masks in religious rituals. Some ritual masks seem merely to be attempts to frighten away evil spirits, and some seem merely to be disguises so that the evil spirits will not know who the wearer is. The masks are usually made of paper. But most religious masks are worn with the idea that the wearer acquires, through a union with supernatural powers, a new identity, and thus in effect becomes—really becomes, not merely pretends to be —a new person.VI. 写信(40 points)Write a letter to your friend according to the following situation: Y ou(Weiping) haven 't heard from your friend(Zhijie) since the SARS outbreak. You tell him or her about yourself and the general situation in Beijing during that period. Since Beijing was taken off the list of SARS-infected areas, things have gradually come back to normal. You would encourage him or her to come for a visit in autumn, as it is the best season of the year.(150 - 200 words)3。
全国2008年10月高等教育自学考试基础英语试题
全国2008年10⽉⾼等教育⾃学考试基础英语试题课程代码：00088请将答案填在答题纸相应的位置上⼀、词汇应⽤和语法结构（本⼤题共30⼩题，每⼩题1分，共30分）（⼀）词汇应⽤（15分）选择答案完成句⼦，错选、多选或未选均⽆分。
1. He collected plenty of ______ for his new theory.A. thoughtsB. realitiesC. factsD. truth2. The young man was walking in the cold wind in his______ clothes.A. repairedB. wornC. woundedD. broken3. Bob lost his ______ and fell down from the ladder.A. temperB. balanceC. senseD. way4. You shouldn’t ______ your opinions on others.A. makeB. strikeC. forceD. impress5. Never ______a conclusion before you really know the truth.A. bringB. drawC. getD. take6. Silk ______ soft and smooth.A. showsB. patsC. feelsD. touches7. It’s getting warmer. It’s time to ______ your fur coat.A. put acrossB. put upC. put awayD. put down8. It is a beautiful car, but it is not ______ the price that I paid for it.A. valuableB. worthC. worthyD. fit9. I have been ______ with that company for several years.A. supplyingB. treatingC. concerningD. dealing10. It is not easy for one to get ______of a bad habit.A. clearB. freeC. releaseD. rid11. The good service at the hotel ______ the poor food to some extent.A. made up forB. made upC. made forD. made out12. The lift is out of ______ so we’ll have to walk.A. functionB. runningC. workD. order13. You can ______ my surprise when I heard the news.A. believeB. imagineC. thinkD. suppose14. He broke the world ______ for the 1000 meters.A. markB. levelC. standardD. record15. I’m sorry I didn’t______ catch you. Would you please say it once again?A. fairlyB. quiteC. muchD. very（⼆）语法结构（15分）选择答案完成句⼦，错选、多选或未选均⽆分。