英语应用能力考试B级及答案
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2017年6月高等学校英语应用能力考试（B级）Part I Listening Comprehension (25 minutes)Directions: This part is to test your listening ability. It consists of 4 sections.Section ADirections: This section is to test your ability to give proper responses. There are 7 recorded questions in it. After each question, there is a pause. The questions will be spoken twotimes. When you hear a question, you should decide on the correct answer from the 4choices marked A), B), C) and D) given in your test paper. Then you should mark thecorresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the center. Example: You will hear:You will read: A) I’m not sure.B) You’re right.C) Yes, certainly.D) That’s interesting.From the question we learn that the speaker is asking the listener to leave a message.Therefore, C) Yes, certainly is the correct answer. You should mark C) on the AnswerSheet with a single line through the center.[A][B][C][D]Now the test will begin.1. A) Let’s have a break. C) Don’t mention it.B) This way, please. D) No, thank you.2. A) On Monday. C) Take it easy.B) John Smith. D) It’s too late.3. A) How do you do C) Yes, please.B) It doesn’t matter.D) Mind your step.4. A) I’m afraid not. C) Hurry up.B) Never mind. D) Have a good time.5. A) Go ahead, please. C) I’d love to.B) Yes, I am. D) He’s from China.6. A) Oh, I see. C) It’s over there.B) Here it is. D) Yes, of course.7. A) Go on, please. C) Sure, I will.B) Two dollars. D) Here you are.Section BDirections: This section is to test your ability to understand short dialogues. There are 7 recorded dialogues in it. After each dialogue, there is a recorded question. Both the dialoguesand questions will be spoken two times. When you hear a question, you should decideon the correct answer from the 4 choices marked A), B), C) and D) given in your testpaper. Then you should mark the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with asingle line through the center. Now listen to the dialogues.8. A) About 150 years old. C) About 115 years old.B) About 120 years old. D) About 100 years old.9. A) Boring. C) Interesting.B) Difficult. D) Satisfactory10. A) Its location. C) Its population.B) Its development. D) Its history.11. A) It is modern. C) It is small.B) It is crowded. D) It is quiet.12. A) She is in poor health. C) She hasn’t enough money.B) She failed a test. D) She hasn’t got any offer.13. A) Show his ID card. C) Write a report.B) Fill in a form. D) Pay some money.14. A) She has her leg broken. C) She feels a back pain.B) She fell from a bicycle. D) She has got a headache.Section CDirections: In t his section, there are 2 recorded conversations. After each conversation, there are recorded questions. Both the conversations and questions will be spoken two times.When you hear a question, you should decide on the correct answer from the 4choices marked A), B), C) and D) given in your test paper. Then you should mark thecorresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the center. Nowlisten to the conversations.Conversation 115. A) An apartment with a good view. C) An apartment on the ground floor.B. An apartment of two-bedrooms . D) An apartment with central heating.16. A) Near a subway station. C) In the downtown.B) Near a hotel. D) In the suburbs.Conversation 217. A) To have better opportunities. C) To work fewer hours.B) To improve his skills. D) To get a higher salary.18. A) For six years. C) For three years.B) For five years. D) For two years.19. A) A professor. C) An engineer.B) A manger. D) A designer.Section DDirections: In this section, you will hear a recorded short passage. The passage is printed in the test paper, but with some words or phrases missing. The passage will be read threetimes. During the second reading, you are required to put the missing words orphrases on the Answer Sheet in order of the numbered blanks according to what youhear. The third reading is for you to check your writing. Now the passage will begin.First of all, on behalf of all the people from our company, I would like to say “Thank you for 20 us to such a wonderful party”. I think the music is21 , the food and wine are very nice, and the people here are all very kind. Also we’ve enjoyed meeting and22 you, sharing the comfortable time together. We have really enjoyed ourselves. I hope we will be able to maintain the 23 and make next year another great one together. Thank you again for the party. We’ve really had 24 .Part II Structure (10 minutes)Directions: This part is to test your ability to construct correct and meaningful sentences. It consists of 2 sections.Section ADirections:In this section, there are 10 incomplete sentences. You are required to complete each one by deciding on the most appropriate word or words from the 4 choices marked A),B), C) and D). Then you should mark the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheetwith a single line through the center.25. It was not until yesterday ________they decided to re-open the business talk.A) when C) thatB) which D) as26. We have to ________the cost of setting up a new hospital in that area.A) work out C) fill upB) put on D) carry on27. We need to ________an eye on all the activities to make sure that people stay safe.A) catch C) takeB) keep D) bring28. The local government has always placed a strong emphasis ________education and vocationaltraining.A) with C) onB) for D) to29. Don’t take the wrong turn before you ________the railway station.A) have C) keepB) run D) reach30. The team doesn’t mind ________at weekends as long as they can finish the task.A) worked C) to workB) working D) work31. We are a non-profit company ________team members are from all over the country.A) whose C) whichB) that D) what32. The meeting room is so small that it can hold 20 people ________.A) at last C) at mostB) at first D) at once33. She gave us a detailed ________ of the local government’s new health-care proposal.A) impression C) educationB) explanation D) communication34. Linda ________her training in a joint company by the end of next month.A) finishes C) had finishedB) has finished D) will have finishedSection BDirections:There are 5 incomplete statements here. You should fill in each blank with the proper form of the word given in brackets. Write the word or words in the correspondingspace on the Answer Sheet.35. We were impressed by the (suggest) ________ you made at yesterday’s meeting.36. The (long) ________ Charles has lived in this city, the more he likes it.37. If you want to learn some terms related to your field, you will find this book might be (help)________.38. No one is allowed (smoke) ________ in public buildings according to the new regulations.39. The new president (ask) ________ some tough questions by the reporter in the interviewyesterday.Part III Reading Comprehension (35 minutes)Directions: This part is to test your reading ability. There are 5 tasks for you to fulfill. You should read the reading materials carefully and do the tasks as you are instructed.Task 1Directions:After reading the following passage, you will find 5 questions or unfinished statements numbered 40 to 44. For each question or statement, there are 4 choicesmarked A), B), C) and D). You should make the correct choice and mark thecorresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the center.Notice of Baggage Inspection (检查)To protect you and your fellow passengers, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is required by law to inspect all checked baggage. As part of this process, some bags are opened and inspected. Your bag was among those selected for inspection.During the inspection, your bag and its contents may have been searched for prohibited (违禁的) items. After the inspection was completed, the contents were returned to your bag.If the TSA security officer was unable to open your bag for inspection because it was locked, the officer may have been forced to break the locks on your bag. TSA sincerely regrets having to do this. However, TSA is not responsible for damage to your locks resulting from this necessary security measures.For packing tips and suggestions on how to secure your baggage during your next trip, please visit: .We appreciate your understanding and cooperation. If you have questions, comments, or concerns, please feel free to contact the TSA Contact Center.40. According to the passage, TSA is required to inspect your baggage _________.A) with your written permissionB) at the request of policeC) by airlinesD) by law41. According to the notice, the purpose of the inspection is to __________.A) find all overweight baggageB) search for prohibited itemsC) charge custom dutiesD) check damaged items42. After the inspection, the contents in your bag would ___________.A) be delivered to your addressB) be given to you in personC) be returned to your bagD) be kept at the airport43. If your bag is locked, the TSA security officer may have to __________.A) break the locksB) hand it over to policeC) give up the inspectionD) ask you to open the bag44. If the locks of your bag are damaged because of the inspection, TSA will ________.A) pay for the damageB) buy you a new lockC) not be responsible for itD) not inspect it in your next tripTask 2Directions: The following is a poster. After reading it, you will find 3 questions or unfinished statements, numbered 45 to 47. For each question or statement, there are 4 choicesmarked A), B), C) and D). You should make the correct choice and mark thecorresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the center. Notes: docent (博物馆等场所的)讲解员45. How long does the docent training program lastA) Four weeksB) Six weeksC) Eight weeksD) Ten weeks46. To apply for the program, you should ______.A) first download an application formB) be good at working with animalsC) be an experienced public speakerD) first pay a visit to the lab47. To attend the program, you must be at least__________.A) 14 years oldB) 16 years oldC) 18 years oldD) 20 years oldTask 3Directions: Read the following passage is about a survey conducted by Corvallis Clinic. After reading it, you should complete the information by filling in the blanks marked 48 to52 (in no more than 3 words) in the table below. You should write your answers onthe Answer Sheet correspondingly.Thank you for selecting the Corvallis Clinic (诊所) for your recent healthcare needs. To continue delivering the highest possible level of service, we survey our patients to learn about their experiences at our clinic. The comments and suggestions you provide about your visit will help us evaluate (评价) our services and improve our care.This survey takes only a few minutes to complete. Your comments and suggestions are very important to us, and they will be kept confidential (保密). A postage-paid reply envelop is enclosed for your convenience. If you have any questions about this survey, please call our Service Center at 541-754-1374.Thank you for helping us as we continually try our best to improve the quality of medicalDirection: The following is a list of terms used in Safety Management. After reading it, you are required to find the items equivalent to those given in Chinese in the table below. Thenyou should mark the corresponding letter in order of the numbered blanks, 53 through57, on the Answer Sheet.A ---------------- Warning equipmentB ---------------- Accident managementC ---------------- Protection measuresD ---------------- Risk assessmentE ---------------- Administrative controlsF ---------------- Detection techniqueG ---------------- Failure analysisH ---------------- Responsible personI ---------------- Harmful substancesJ ---------------- Protection devicesK ---------------- Accident statisticsL ---------------- Safety standardsM ---------------- Accident promotionN ---------------- Monitoring systemO ---------------- Special operationP ---------------- Medical aidQ ---------------- Emergency rescueDirection: Read the following passage. After reading it, you are required to complete the answers that follow the questions (No. 58 to No. 62). You should write your answers(in nomore than 3 words) on the Answer Sheet correspondingly.ITaP Instructional Lab Etiquette（守则）This lab is a study zone---please limit your noise. Cell phones and other electroniccommunication devices should be turned off while inside the lab.✧Group studying--- limit group studying to non-busy times. Give chairs to others so they canuse available computers.✧Log off from your computer---workstations left idle (空闲状态的) for more than 10 minuteswill be reset to the log-in screen.✧Printouts are limited to 10-minute printing time—break large print jobs into smaller printjobs.✧Customer’s forms or paper are not permitted in ITap printers---this can damage the printers.✧Computers are available on a first-come-first-serve basis only during computer lab hours ofoperation and when no classes are scheduled in the room.58. What should you do with your cell phones while you are inside the labYou should _______ your cell phones.59. When can you do your group studying in the labAt _________________ times.60. Why should you break large print jobs into smaller onesBecause printouts are limited to ______________ printing time.61. Wh y are the customer’s f orms or paper not permitted in ITap printersThey can __________________.62. When can you use the computers in the labDuring the lab hours of ____________________ with no classes scheduled.Part IV Translation-English into Chinese (25 minutes)Directions: This part, numbered 63 to 67, is to test your ability to translate English into Chinese.Each of the four sentences (No. 63 to No. 66) is followed by three choices of suggestedtranslation marked A), B) and C). Make the best choice and write the correspondingletter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the center. And then write yourtranslation of the paragraph (No. 67) in the corresponding space on theTranslation/Composition Sheet.63. The healthcare and social assistant sector will account for almost a third of the job growthfrom 2012 to 2022.A) 从2012年至2022年，从事医疗保健工作的员工将占社会救助业的三分之一。
江苏省应用英语能力考试试卷b级
江苏省应用英语能力考试试卷b级1、35．Everyone in China ______ Mid-Autumn Day. [单选题] *A．likes(正确答案)B．likeC．is likingD．are like2、66．—How much meat do you want?—________．[单选题] * A．Sorry, there isn't anyB．I can't give you anyC．Half a kilo, please(正确答案)D．Twelve yuan a kilo3、The family will have _______ good time in Shanghai Disneyland. [单选题] *A. theB. a(正确答案)C. anD. /4、There is not much news in today's paper,_____? [单选题] *A. is itB. isn't itC.isn't thereD. is there(正确答案)5、Tom is ____ honest man, so we all like to work with him. [单选题] *A. aB. an(正确答案)C. /D. any6、73．The moonlight goes ____ the window and makes the room bright. [单选题] * A．acrossB．through(正确答案)C．overD．in7、Kids will soon get tired of learning _____ more than they can. [单选题] *A. if they expect to learnB. if they are expected to learn(正确答案)C. if they learn to expectD. if they are learned to expect8、The hall in our school is _____ to hold 500 people. [单选题] *A. big enough(正确答案)B. enough bigC. very smallD. very big9、During the Spring Festival, people in Northern China usually eat _______ as a traditional Chinese food. [单选题] *A. pizzaB. dumplings(正确答案)C. hamburgersD. noodles10、He is going to _______ a party this evening. [单选题] *A. hold(正确答案)B. makeC. needD. hear11、By the end of this month, all this _____. [单选题] *A. is changedB．will changeC. will have changed(正确答案)D. has changed12、It was _____the policeman came_____the parents knew what had happened to their son. [单选题] *A.before…asB. until…whenC. not until…that(正确答案)D.until…that13、Simon does not（）his fellow workers because they often argue over trivial matters. [单选题] *A. get on with(正确答案)B. come up withC. do away withD. go on with14、It’s one of _______ means of transportation. [单选题] *A. cheapB. convenientC. second-handD. the most convenient(正确答案)15、She is _______, but she looks young. [单选题] *A. in her fifties(正确答案)B. at her fiftyC. in her fiftyD. at her fifties16、We’re proud that China _______ stronger and stronger these years. [单选题] *A. will becomeB. becameC. is becoming(正确答案)D. was becoming17、Boys and girls, please _______ your favorite book here and show it to us next class. [单选题] *A. bring(正确答案)B. sellC. buyD. take18、Now he is _______ his homework. [单选题] *A. busyB. busy with(正确答案)C. busy with doingD. busy does19、His understanding made a deep impression_____the young girl. [单选题] *A.on(正确答案)B.inC.forD.with20、Her ideas sound right, but _____ I'm not completely sure. [单选题] *A. somehow(正确答案)B. somewhatC. somewhereD. sometime21、Tom will _______ me a gift from Japan. [单选题] *A. takeB. getC. carryD. bring(正确答案)22、He made ______ for an old person on the bus. [单选题] *A. room(正确答案)B. roomsC. a roomD. some rooms23、This year our school is _____ than it was last year. [单选题] *A. much more beautiful(正确答案)B. much beautifulC. the most beautifulD. beautiful24、32．Mr. Black is ______ now, so he wants to go to a movie with his son. [单选题] * A．busyB．free(正确答案)C．healthyD．right25、Tony can _______ the guitar.Now he _______ the guitar. [单选题] *A. play; plays(正确答案)B. playing; playingC. plays; is playingD. play; is playing26、I hope Tom will arrive _______ to attend the meeting. [单选题] *A. in timesB. on time(正确答案)C. at timesD. from time to time27、Many young people like to _______ at weekends. [单选题] *A. eat out(正确答案)C. eat onD. eat with28、14．Builders have pulled down many old houses, and they will build a lot of new ________. [单选题] *A．ones (正确答案)B．oneC．the onesD．the one29、The students _____ outdoors when the visitors arrived. [单选题] *A. were playing(正确答案)B. have playedC. would playD. could play30、28．The question is very difficult. ______ can answer it. [单选题] *A．EveryoneB．No one(正确答案)C．Someone。
高等学校英语应用能力考试B级模拟试卷1参考答案
PartⅠListening ComprehensionSection A1.A）2.C）3.D）4.D）5.C）Section B6.C）7.A）8.C）9.B）10.B）Section C11～15stood，advice，began，said，Count。
PartⅡStructureSection A16.C）17.A）18.D）19.B）20.D）21.A）22.C）23.B）24.B）25.A）Section B26.was playing。
27.would stop。
28.survivors。
29.to visit。
30.discussing。
31.repaired。
32.purify。
33.dangerous。
34.possibility。
35.clearer。
PartⅢReading ComprehensionTask136.A）37.C）38.B）39.D）40.C）41.C）42.B）43.A）44.B）45.A）Task346.St.Martin's College。
47.Saturday afternoon。
48.Monday23，September。
49.＄120。
50.Conference organizer。
Task451.（B）日期邮戳（F）请转发52.（C）特快专递（O）免负邮资53.（H）挂号信（A）航空信54.（M）邮寄名单（P）邮资已付55.（J）电讯服务（G）邮政信箱Task556.Transformers。
57.The details。
58.technical specification。
59.More than10units。
60.pictures（of transformers）。
PartⅣTranslation（按四等评分:2-1.5-1-0分）61.D-C-B-A 62B-C-D-A 63.D-A-B-C 63B-A-C-A65.对我们有利的一种技术也可能有弊，认识到这一点很重要。
2023年英语应用能力考试B级及答案精选
Task 1Online advertising is the means of selling a product on the Internet．With the arrival of the Internet，the business world has become digitalized(数字化)and people prefer buying things online，which is easier and faster．Online advertising is also known as e-advertising．It offers a great variety of services，which can not be offered by any other way of advertising．One major benefit of online advertising is the immediate spread of information that is not limited by geography or time．Online advertising can be viewed day and night throughout the world. Besides，it reduces the cost and increases the profit of the company．Small businesses especially find online advertising cheap and effective．They can focus on their ideal customers and pay very little for the advertisements．In a word，online advertising is a cheap and effective way of advertising，whose success has so far fully proved its great potential(潜力)．1．According to the first paragraph，buying things online is more __A__ ．A) convenient B) fashionable C) traditional D) reliable 2．Compared with any other way of advertising，online advertising __C__ ．A) attracts more customers B) displays more samplesC) offers more services D) makes more profits3．Which of the following statements is TRUE of online advertising? __D__A) It has taken the place of traditional advertising．B) It will make the Internet technology more efficient．C) It can help sell the latest models of digitalized products．D) It can spread information without being limited by time．4．Who can especially benefit from online advertising? __B__A) Local companies．B) Small businesses．C) Government departments．D) International organizations．5．This passage is mainly about __D__ ．A) the function and the use of the Internet B) the application of digital technologyC) the development of small businesses D) the advantages of online advertising Task 2During our more than 60-year history，with our vast knowledge and experience，Trafalgar has created perfectly designed travel experiences and memories．Exceptional valueTraveling with Trafalgar can save you up to 40％when compared with traveling independently．We can find you the right hotels，restaurants，and our charges include entrance fees，tolls(道路通行费)，etC)Because we’re the la rgest touring company with great buying power，we can pass on our savings to you．Fast-track entranceTraveling with us means no standing in line (排队)at major sights．Trafalgar takes care of all the little details，which means you are always at the front of the line．Travel with like-minded friendsBecause we truly are global，you will travel with English-speaking people from around theworld，and that leads to life-long friendships．Great savingsWe provide many great ways to save money，including Early Payment Discount(折扣)，Frequent Traveler Savings and more.Fast check-inOnce your booking has been made，you are advised to check in online at our website and meet your fellow travelers before you leave．6．Because of its great buying power，Trafalgar __B__ ．A) can find the cheapest restaurants B) can pass on its savings to touristsC) takes tourists to anywhere in the world D) allows tourists to travel independently 7．Traveling with Trafalgar，tourists do not have to __C__ ．A) bring their passports with them B) pay for their hotels and mealsC) stand in line at major sights D) take their luggage with them 8．Traveling with Trafalgar，tourists may __B__ ．A) meet tour guides from different countries B) make new friends from around the worldC) win a special prize offered by the company D) have a good chance to learn foreign languages9．Which of the following is mentioned as a way to earn a discount? __A__A) Early payment．B) Group payment．C) Office booking．D) Online booking．10．After having made booking，tourists are advised to check in __D__ ．A) at the hotels B) at the airport C) by telephone D) on the website Task 3Thank you for your interest in Calibre Cassette (盒式录音带) library. This letter tells you about our service. With it we are sending you an application form, so that you can join if you would like to try it.Calibre library aims to provide the pleasure of reading to anyone who cannot read ordinary print books because of sight problems. We currently have over 7,000 books available for reading for pleasure, including 1,000 specially for children. All our books are recorded cover-to-cover on ordinary cassettes and can be played on any cassette player. They are sent and returned by post, free of charge.When we receive your application, we will send you a book and an information tape. They will explain how to use the service. The easy way to use Calibre library is to tell us what sorts of books you like, and we will keep you supplied with books we think you will enjoy. Or you can send us a list of books you would like to read, and we will then send you books from this list whenever possible. In that case you will need to use our website, or buy one or more of our catalogues (目录).11. According to the first paragraph, the library sends the application form to the readers so that they can ___D_____.A) read ordinary books B) order cassette playersC) buy Calibre cassettes D) use the library service12. Calibre library provides service mainly for people who suffer from ____C____.A) hearing difficulties B) mental illnessesC) sight problems D) heart troubles13. The service of sending and returning books by post is ___C_____.A) not available to children B) paid by the usersC) free of charge D) not provided14. The easy way to use the library service is to ___B_____.A) inform the library of your name and address B) tell the library the sorts of books you likeC) buy the catalogues of the library D) ask the library to buy the books15. The main purpose of this letter is to ___A_____.A) introduce the library’s service to readers B) recommend new books to the readers C) send a few catalogues to readers D) express thanks to the readersTask 4People in some countries cannot use their native language for Web addresses. Neither can Chinese speakers, who have to rely on pinyin. But last Friday, ICANN, the Web’s governing body, approved the use of up to 16 languages for the new system. More will follow in the coming years.The Internet is about to start using the 16 languages of the world. People will soon be able to use addresses in characters (字符) other than those of the Roman alphabet (字母表). The change will also allow the suffix (后缀) to be expressed in 16 other alphabets, including traditional and simplified Chinese characters.But there are still some problems to work out. Experts have discussed what to do with characters that have several different meanings. This is particularly true of Chinese.Most experts doubt the change will have a major effect on how th e Internet is used. “There will be some competition between companies to obtain popular words for addresses.”16. For Web addresses, Chinese speakers now have to use ____A____.A) pinyin B) signs C) numbers D) characters17. The approval of the use of 16 languages by ICANN will allow web users to ___D_____.A) change their email address B) email their messages in charactersC) have the chance to learn other languages D) use addresses in their own language18. The new system will allow the suffix of a Web address to be expressed by ___C_____.A) any native language B) figures and numbersC) Chinese characters D) symbols and signs19. Which of the following is one of the problems in using the new system? __A__A) Certain characters have several different meanings.B) Chinese is a truly difficult language to learn.C) People find it difficult to type their address in characters.D) Some experts think it is impossible to use Chinese characters.20. Many experts do not believe that ___D_____.A) there are still outB) there will be competition to get popular addressesC) companies are willing to change their web addressesD) the change will affect the use of the Internet greatlyTask 5Subways are underground trains，which usually operate 24 hours a day. They are found in larger cities and usually run between the suburbs and the downtown area. Maps and schedules are available from the ticket of rice. if you take the subway often，you can save money by purchasing a monthly pass(月票).City-operated buses run on various routes(线路)and are designed to be at certain places at certain times. Maps and schedules may be posted at certain stops，or they may be available at local banks，libraries，the student union，or from the bus drivers. Buses run mainly during the day. Fare is paid by exact change in coins, or by monthly passes.Taxis are generally more expensive in the United States than in other countries. If you use a taxi，be sure you ask the amount of the fare before you agree to ride. The driver usually expects a tip(小费)of 15 percent of the fare.21. According to the passage, subways as underground trains, which usually run__D__.A) within downtown areas B) away from city centersC) in or outside big modern cities D) between suburbs and city centers22. You can get the maps and schedules of the subways____D____.A) at bus stations B) at local banks C) in any bookstores D) from the ticket offices23. From the passage we learn that___C_____.A) buses are always available in 24 hours B) bus riders have to buy monthly passesC) bus fare is paid by exact change in coins D) buses are the best means of transportation24. When you take a taxi, you’d better___B_____.A) buy a monthly pass B) ask about the fare firstC) agree on the amount of the tip D) pay by the exact change in coins25. The passage mainly tells us about____C____.A) the bus and train fares in the US B) the ways of paying taxi in the USC) the public transportation in the US D) the advantage of subways in the USTask 6Letter 1Dear Ann,I am going to give a dinner party next month. I want my guests to enjoy themselves and to feel comfortable. What is the secret of giving a successful party?Letter 2Dear Mary，Cook something that would let you spend time with your guests，If a guest offers to help you in the kitchen，accept the offer. It often makes people feel more comfortable when they can help. Before serving dinner，while your guests make small talks in the living room，offer them drinks. Some guests may like wine，but make sure to provide soft drinks for people who don’t.At the dinner table，let your guests serve themselves. Offer them a second serving after theyfinish, but don’t ask more than once. Most guests will take more if they want.Perhaps the most important rule of all is to be natural. Treat your guests as you want them to treat you when you’re in their home—that is，act naturally toward them，and don’t try too hard to be polite. Have a good time in a pleasant atmosphere.26. From the first letter we learn that Mary ___A_____ .A) is asking for advice on giving a dinner party B) knows the secret of giving a pleasant partyC) is going to attend a dinner party D) has successfully held a party27. Ann’s first piece of advice is that Mary should___D_____.A) get the food ready before the guests arrive B) keep the guests away from the kitchenC) spend some time with the guests D) accept the guests’ offer to help28. Ann suggests that Mary offer drinks__A______.A) while the guests are having small talks B) when all the guests have arrivedC) after the guests finish small talks D) after the dinner comes to an end29. When having dinner，the guests are expected to___D_____.A) eat their food slowly B) help the host serve foodC) serve each other at the table D) help themselves to more food30. The most important rule for Mary to follow in treating her guests is to____B____.A) be as polite as she can B) let them feel at homeC) prepare delicious food D) create a formal atmosphereTask 7Each time we produce a new English dictionary, our aim is always the same: what can we do to make the dictionary more helpful for students of English? As a result of our research with students and discussions with teachers, we decided to focus on providing more examples for this English dictionary.Examples help students to remember the word they have looked up in the dictionary because it is easier both to remember and to understand a word within a context (上下文). The examples also show that words are often used in many different contexts. For these reasons, we have included 40 percent more examples in this new book.We edit all the examples to remove difficult words and to make sure they are easier to understand.We very much hope this new book will be of use not only to the students of English but also to the teachers.31. The aim of the author in producing this new dictionary is to ___B_____.A) correct mistakes in the old dictionary B) make it more helpful for studentsC) increase the number of words D) add pictures and photos32. A word is easier to remember and understand if it is ____D____.A) included in a word list B) pronounced correctlyC) explained in English D) used in a context33. What is special about this new dictionary? ___C_____A) It is small and cheap. B) It has a larger vocabulary.C) It has 40% more examples. D) It is designed for students and teachers.34. The purpose of removing difficult words in the examples is to ___A_____.A) make them easier to understand B) provide more useful wordsC) introduce more contexts D) include more examples35. The passage is most probably taken from ____C____.A) a letter to the editor B) a comment on a novelC) an introduction to a dictionary D) a news-report in the newspaperTask 8What is the better way of staying away from the cold winter days? Come out to our Hall Markets in the beautiful countryside, full of color, fun, music and delicious food! With over 350 stalls (摊位) selling wonderful home-made and home-grown goods, this will surely be a great day out.The Hall Markets are held on the first Sunday of each month from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm at Hall Village. They are operated by Hartley Lifecare Co. Ltd. All the income will go to help and support service for people with disabilities (残疾).V olunteers (志愿者) play an important part in the success and pleasant atmosphere at the Hall Markets. Hartley Lifecare is always grateful to have you serve as volunteers with the Hall Markets.If you are interested in being one of our volunteers and spending a few hours with us each month, please contact us during business hours on 6260 5555.36. According to the passage, the Hall Markets are held ___A_____.A) in the countryside B) to attract volunteersC) to promote winter sales D) by people with disabilities37. There are over 350 stalls in the Hall Markets that ___C_____.A) are operated by the disabled B) offer free food to volunteersC) sell home-made goods D) are open day and night38. The income made by the Hall Markets goes to ___B_____.A) expand Hartley Lifecare Co. Ltd. B) support service for the disabledC) create more fun for customers D) develop local economy39. When are the Hall Markets open? ____A____A) The first Sunday of each month. B) Every day from 10 am to 3 pm.C) The first day of each month. D) Every weekend in winter.40. This passage is written for the purpose of inviting ____D____.A) tourists B) villagers C) businessmen D) volunteersTask 9Falls are the number one cause of death to old people at home. Most old people can live safely at home if they make a few changes. Falls are common as people are getting older. Up to half of home accidents could be prevented by making some very simple changes. Here are a few suggestions:Mark trouble spots with bright tapes. The first and last steps on stairs are usually high-risk accident areas. Applying bright tapes and using bright light in these areas would make these spots easier to see.Put grab bars (扶手) in the bathroom. A large number of falls occur in the bathroom. This is unfortunate (不幸旳) because it’s easy to make the area safe from accidents. Putting grab bars inthe bathroom gives people something to hang on to.Invest in a personal alarm. A personal alarm can be started if a person falls or otherwise gets in trouble. With the push of a button, the alarm automatically sends a signal, which gets someone to call and see if the person needs help.41. By making some very simple changes at home, old people ____A____.A) are free from home accidents B) can improve their healthC) are likely to live longer D) can live more safely42. Last steps on stairs may become a high-risk accident area if they are ____B____.A) not painted in a different color B) not marked with bright tapesC) fixed with grab bars D) very brightly lit43. Falls in the bathroom are considered to be unfortunate because ___A_____.A) they can easily be avoided B) old people seldom fall in bathroomsC) grab bars do not help to prevent falls D) bathroom accidents are difficult to prevent44. A personal alarm is designed for old people to ___C_____.A) detect safety conditions at home B) avoid falls in the bathroomC) send out signals for help D) make phone calls easily45. The purpose of this passage is to tell people that ____C____.A) most old people die from accidents at homeB) up to half of home accidents could be preventedC) falls at home can be avoided by taking some simple measuresD) protection of old people should be the first concern for the publicTask 10We have created a special rate that will let you travel actually thousands of miles on your vacation at no extra cost.In most of our US and Canadian offices, we’ll rent you car s of high quality for seven days for $99.You can drive as far as you like without paying us a penny over the $99 as long as you return the car to the city from which you rented it. Insurance (保险) is included, gas is not.If you rent the car in Florida or in California, the rate is the same, but you can return the car to any city in the state.If you’d like some suggestions on what to do with the car once you’ve got it, we have driving and touring guides for almost every part of the country. No matter which rate you choose, the company comes at no extra cost. You don’t just rent a car. You rent a company!46. According to the advertisement, $99 is the rate offered for ____B____.A) traveling a limited distance B) renting a car for seven daysC) hiring a driving guide D) driving within a state47. Which of the following is included in the car-renting rate? ____D____A) Gas used. B) Car repairs. C) The hotel charge. D) Insurance fee.48. The car-renting rate remains $99 if you ____D____.A) return the car to where you rent it B) drive within the same cityC) buy the insurance D) pay for the gas49. The last sentence of the passage “You rent a company” means that ___C_____.A) you have to be responsible for the companyB) you should obey the rules set by the companyC) you can enjoy all-round services of this companyD) you may choose the best car from the company50. The purpose of the passage is to advertise ____C____.A) car-renting services in the US B) a special rate of car-renting C) the advantages of car-renting D) a US car-renting company。
高等学校英语应用能力考试B级模拟试卷2参考答案
PartⅠListening ComprehensionSection A1.C）2.A）3.C）4.B）Section B6.B）7.B）8.A）9.B）10.D）Section C11～15result，other than，households，reflects，such as。
PartⅡStructureSection A16.C）17.B）18.D）19.A）20.C）21.A）22.C）23.C）24.B）25.B）Section B26.will begin。
27.had come。
28.attractive。
29.to be assigned。
31.shaking。
32.confidence。
33.summarized。
34.tighten。
35.brighter。
PartⅢReading ComprehensionTask136.A）37.B）38.D）39.C）40.B）Task241.D）42.A）43.C）44.D）45.A）Task346.the Student Services。
47.advertisements。
48.bulletin boards。
49.several full days50.satisfactory。
Task451.（L）提供助听器（O）外币兑换处52.（F）婴儿照料中心（I）残疾人服务53.（M）导游参观（K）失物招领处54.（E）自动取款机（D）停车服务55.（B）急救站（J）拍照点Task556.at a travel service。
57.7:00。
58.9:30。
59.3:45p.m.。
60.casually。
PartⅣTranslation （按四等评分:2-1.5-1-0分）61.D-A-B-C 62.A-B-C-D 63.C-D-B-A 64.B-A-D-C65.广达斯航空公司比澳大利亚任何一家航空公司拥有更多的航班。
每周，我们的航班飞抵五大洲、31个国家的104座城市。
高等英语应用能力考试b级
高等英语应用能力考试b级[高等英语应用能力考试B级参考内容]1. 写作表达类a) 个人经历/参与活动类- I have participated in various extracurricular activities during my university years, which has greatly developed my organizational and leadership skills.- As an exchange student in Australia, I had the opportunity to immerse myself in a different culture and improve my English communication skills.- I have had the privilege of working with a team of professionals on a research project, which has not only enhanced my analytical abilities but also taught me the value of collaboration.b) 政治/社会问题类- The issue of climate change has become increasingly urgent, and it is crucial for governments to take immediate action to reduce carbon emissions.- Income inequality is a pressing social problem that needs to be addressed, as it creates an unequal distribution of wealth and opportunities.- The integration of refugees into host countries is essential to promote inclusivity and ensure their successful resettlement.c) 科技/创新类- Artificial intelligence is revolutionizing various industries, such as healthcare and transportation, by improving efficiency and accuracy.- The development of renewable energy sources, such as solar and wind power, is crucial to reduce our dependence on fossil fuels and mitigate climate change.- Virtual reality technology has the potential to revolutionize the way we learn and experience things, providing immersive and interactive experiences.2. 阅读理解类a) 新闻报道类- According to a recent news report, the government is considering implementing stricter measures to combat air pollution in major cities.- The article highlights the success of a local charity organization in providing education and support to underprivileged children.- A new study has found that excessive use of social media may contribute to increased feelings of loneliness and depression among teenagers.b) 学术/研究论文类- The research paper discusses the impact of climate change on biodiversity, emphasizing the need for conservation efforts to protect vulnerable species.- The study analyzes the effects of globalization on the economy,examining the relationship between international trade and economic growth.- The academic article explores the link between stress and mental health, providing a comprehensive review of the existing literature on the topic.c) 广告/宣传文本类- The advertisement promotes a new skincare product, claiming to improve skin texture and reduce signs of aging.- The marketing campaign aims to raise awareness about the importance of recycling and encourage people to adopt sustainable practices.- The travel brochure highlights the main attractions and activities available in a specific destination, enticing readers to plan their next vacation there.以上是B级英语考试相关的参考内容，希望对您有所帮助。
高等学校英语应用能力考试(B级)2020年12月真题(实考题)参考答案与解析
高等学校英语应用能力考试(B级)2020年12月真题答案与解析Part I Listening ComprehensionSection A1.B 【解析】选项A意为“2美元”;选项B意为“太好了”;选项C意为“三天”;选项D意为“在一楼”。
该题属于情境判断题。
“Hey，John，how was your vacation?”是典型的询问别人的感受或看法的用语，意为嘿，约翰，你的假期过得怎么样?”，选项B符合语境，为正确答案。
2.C 【解析】选项A是接受感谢的答语，意为“不用谢”; 选项B是感谢用语，意为“多谢”;选项C是电话号码“65657788”;选项D是时间，意为“明天上午”。
该题属于情境判断题。
“ Could you repeat your phone number，please?”是委婉的请求，意为“你能重复一下你的电话号码吗?”，选项C是正确答案。
3.D 【解析】选项A是见面用语，意为“见到你很高兴”;选项B是初次见面用语，意为“你好”;选项C是现在完成时疑问向的否定答语，意为“还没有”;选项D是人名，意为“格雷格・艾伦”。
该题属于情境判断题。
“ May I ask w ho is calling please?”是委婉询问，意为“请问是谁打来的电话?”，选项D符合语境，为正确答案。
4.A 【解析】选项A意为“没有，你可以坐”;选项B表示地点，意为“在那边”;选项C是感谢的答语，意为“别客气”;选项D是被征询看法或问候时的答语，意为“还不错”。
该题属于情境判断题。
“ Excuse me，is anyone sitting here?”是典型的一般疑问句，意为“不好意思，有人坐这儿吗?”，选项A符合语境，为正确答案。
5.D 【解析】选项A是感谢的答语，意为“不用谢”;选项B是提醒用语，意为“注意脚下”;选项C是别人向你要东西或借东西时的答语，意为“给你”;选项D是对请求或建议用语的肯定答语，意为“当然，让我们去喝一杯”。
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Task 1Online advertising is the means of selling a product on the Internet.With the arrival of the Internet,the business world has bee digitalized(数字化)and people prefer buying things online,which is easier and faster.Online advertising is also known as eadvertising.It offers a great variety of services,which can not be offered by any other way of advertising.One major benefit of online advertising is the immediate spread of information that is not limited by geography or time.Online advertising can be viewed day and night throughout the world、Besides,it reduces the cost and increases the profit of the pany.Small businesses especially find online advertising cheap and effective.They can focus on their ideal customers and pay very little for the advertisements.In a word,online advertising is a cheap and effective way of advertising,whose success has so far fully proved its great potential(潜力).1.According to the first paragraph,buying things online is more __A__ .A) convenient B) fashionable C) traditional D) reliable2.pared with any other way of advertising,online advertising __C__ .A) attracts more customers B) displays more samplesC) offers more services D) makes more profits3.Which of the following statements is TRUE of online advertising? __D__A) It has taken the place of traditional advertising.B) It will make the Internet technology more efficient.C) It can help sell the latest models of digitalized products.D) It can spread information without being limited by time.4.Who can especially benefit from online advertising? __B__A) Local panies. B) Small businesses.C) Government departments. D) International organizations.5.This passage is mainly about __D__ .A) the function and the use of the Internet B) the application of digital technologyC) the development of small businesses D) the advantages of online advertising Task 2During our more than 60year history,with our vast knowledge and experience,Trafalgar has created perfectly designed travel experiences and memories.Exceptional valueTraveling with Trafalgar can save you up to 40％when pared with traveling independently.We can find you the right hotels,restaurants,and our charges include entrance fees,tolls(道路通行费),etC)Because we’re the largest touring pany wi th great buying power,we can pass on our savings to you.Fasttrack entranceTraveling with us means no standing in line (排队)at major sights.Trafalgar takes care of all the little details,which means you are always at the front of the line.Travel with likeminded friendsBecause we truly are global,you will travel with Englishspeaking people from around the world,and that leads to lifelong friendships.Great savingsWe provide many great ways to save money,including Early Payment Discount(折扣),Frequent Traveler Savings and more、Fast checkinOnce your booking has been made,you are advised to check in online at our website and meet your fellow travelers before you leave.6.Because of its great buying power,Trafalgar __B__ .A) can find the cheapest restaurants B) can pass on its savings to touristsC) takes tourists to anywhere in the world D) allows tourists to travel independently7.Traveling with Trafalgar,tourists do not have to __C__ .A) bring their passports with them B) pay for their hotels and mealsC) stand in line at major sights D) take their luggage with them8.Traveling with Trafalgar,tourists may __B__ .A) meet tour guides from different countries B) make new friends from around the worldC) win a special prize offered by the pany D) have a good chance to learn foreign languages9.Which of the following is mentioned as a way to earn a discount? __A__A) Early payment. B) Group payment. C) Office booking. D) Online booking.10.After having made booking,tourists are advised to check in __D__ .A) at the hotels B) at the airport C) by telephone D) on the website Task 3Thank you for your interest in Calibre Cassette (盒式录音带) library、This letter tells you about our service、With it we are sending you an application form, so that you can join if you would like to try it、Calibre library aims to provide the pleasure of reading to anyone who cannot read ordinary print books because of sight problems、We currently have over 7,000 books available for reading for pleasure, including 1,000 specially for children、All our books are recorded covertocover on ordinary cassettes and can be played on any cassette player、They are sent and returned by post, free of charge、When we receive your application, we will send you a book and an information tape、They will explain how to use the service、The easy way to use Calibre library is to tell us what sorts of books you like, and we will keep you supplied with books we think you will enjoy、Or you can send us a list of books you would like to read, and we will then send you books from this list whenever possible、In that case you will need to use our website, or buy one or more of our catalogues (目录)、11、According to the first paragraph, the library sends the application form to the readers so that they can ___D_____、A) read ordinary books B) order cassette playersC) buy Calibre cassettes D) use the library service12、Calibre library provides service mainly for people who suffer from ____C____、A) hearing difficulties B) mental illnessesC) sight problems D) heart troubles13、The service of sending and returning books by post is ___C_____、A) not available to children B) paid by the usersC) free of charge D) not provided14、The easy way to use the library service is to ___B_____、A) inform the library of your name and address B) tell the library the sorts of books youlikeC) buy the catalogues of the library D) ask the library to buy the books15、The main purpose of this letter is to ___A_____、A) int roduce the library’s service to readers B) remend new books to the readersC) send a few catalogues to readers D) express thanks to the readersTask 4People in some countries cannot use their native language for Web addresses、Neither can Chinese speakers, who have to rely on pinyin、But last Friday, ICANN, the Web’s governing body, approved the use of up to 16 languages for the new system、More will follow in the ing years、The Internet is about to start using the 16 languages of the world、People will soon be able to use addresses in characters (字符) other than those of the Roman alphabet (字母表)、The change will also allow the suffix (后缀) to be expressed in 16 other alphabets, including traditional and simplified Chinese characters、But there are still some problems to work out、Experts have discussed what to do with characters that have several different meanings、This is particularly true of Chinese、Most experts doubt the change will have a major effect on how the Internet is used、“There will be some petition between panies to obtain popular words for addresses、”16、For Web addresses, Chinese speakers now have to use ____A____、A) pinyin B) signs C) numbers D) characters17、The approval of the use of 16 languages by ICANN will allow web users to ___D_____、A) change their email address B) email their messages in charactersC) have the chance to learn other languages D) use addresses in their own language18、The new system will allow the suffix of a Web address to be expressed by ___C_____、A) any native language B) figures and numbersC) Chinese characters D) symbols and signs19、Which of the following is one of the problems in using the new system? __A__A) Certain characters have several different meanings、B) Chinese is a truly difficult language to learn、C) People find it difficult to type their address in characters、D) Some experts think it is impossible to use Chinese characters、20、Many experts do not believe that ___D_____、A) there are still outB) there will be petition to get popular addressesC) panies are willing to change their web addressesD) the change will affect the use of the Internet greatlyTask 5Subways are underground trains,which usually operate 24 hours a day、They are found in larger cities and usually run between the suburbs and the downtown area、Maps and schedules are available from the ticket of rice、if you take the subway often,you can save money by purchasing a monthly pass(月票)、Cityoperated buses run on various routes(线路)and are designed to be at certain places at certain times、Maps and schedules may be posted at certain stops,or they may be available at local banks,libraries,the student union,or from the bus drivers、Buses run mainly during the day、Fare is paid by exact change in coins, or by monthly passes、Taxis are generally more expensive in the United States than in other countries、If you use a taxi,be sure you ask the amount of the fare before you agree to ride、The driver usually expects a tip(小费)of 15 percent of the fare、21、According to the passage, subways as underground trains, which usually run__D__、A) within downtown areas B) away from city centersC) in or outside big modern cities D) between suburbs and city centers22、You can get the maps and schedules of the subways____D____、A) at bus stations B) at local banks C) in any bookstores D) from the ticket offices23、From the passage we learn that___C_____、A) buses are always available in 24 hours B) bus riders have to buy monthly passes C) bus fare is paid by exact change in coins D) buses are the best means of transportation24、When you take a taxi, you’d better___B_____、A) buy a monthly pass B) ask about the fare firstC) agree on the amount of the tip D) pay by the exact change in coins25、The passage mainly tells us about____C____、A) the bus and train fares in the US B) the ways of paying taxi in the USC) the public transportation in the US D) the advantage of subways in the USTask 6Letter 1Dear Ann,I am going to give a dinner party next month、I want my guests to enjoy themselves and to feel fortable、What is the secret of giving a successful party?Letter 2Dear Mary,Cook something that would let you spend time with your guests,If a guest offers to help you in the kitchen,accept the offer、It often makes people feel more fortable when they can help、Before serving dinner,while your guests make small talks in the living room,offer them drinks、Some guests may like wine,but make sure to provide soft drinks for people who don’t、At the dinner table,let your guests serve themselves、Offer them a second serving after they finish, but don’t ask more than once、Most guests will take more if they want、Perhaps the most important rule of all is to be natural、Treat your guests as you want them to treat you when you’re in their home—that is,act naturally toward them,and don’t try too hard to be polite、Have a good time in a pleasant atmosphere、26、From the first letter we learn that Mary ___A_____ 、A) is asking for advice on giving a dinner party B) knows the secret of giving a pleasant partyC) is going to attend a dinner party D) has successfully held a party27、Ann’s first piece of advice is that Mary should___D_____、A) get the food ready before the guests arrive B) keep the guests away from the kitchenC) spend some time with the guests D) accept the guests’ offer to help28、Ann suggests that Mary offer drinks__A______、A) while the guests are having small talks B) when all the guests have arrivedC) after the guests finish small talks D) after the dinner es to an end29、When having dinner,the guests are expected to___D_____、A) eat their food slowly B) help the host serve foodC) serve each other at the table D) help themselves to more food30、The most important rule for Mary to follow in treating her guests is to____B____、A) be as polite as she can B) let them feel at homeC) prepare delicious food D) create a formal atmosphereTask 7Each time we produce a new English dictionary, our aim is always the same: what can we do to make the dictionary more helpful for students of English? As a result of our research with students and discussions with teachers, we decided to focus on providing more examples for this English dictionary、Examples help students to remember the word they have looked up in the dictionary because it is easier both to remember and to understand a word within a context (上下文)、The examples also show that words are often used in many different contexts、For these reasons, we have included 40 percent more examples in this new book、We edit all the examples to remove difficult words and to make sure they are easier to understand、We very much hope this new book will be of use not only to the students of English but also to the teachers、31、The aim of the author in producing this new dictionary is to ___B_____、A) correct mistakes in the old dictionary B) make it more helpful for studentsC) increase the number of words D) add pictures and photos32、A word is easier to remember and understand if it is ____D____、A) included in a word list B) pronounced correctlyC) explained in English D) used in a context33、What is special about this new dictionary? ___C_____A) It is small and cheap、B) It has a larger vocabulary、C) It has 40% more examples、D) It is designed for students and teachers、34、The purpose of removing difficult words in the examples is to ___A_____、A) make them easier to understand B) provide more useful wordsC) introduce more contexts D) include more examples35、The passage is most probably taken from ____C____、A) a letter to the editor B) a ment on a novelC) an introduction to a dictionary D) a newsreport in the newspaperTask 8What is the better way of staying away from the cold winter days? e out to our Hall Markets in the beautiful countryside, full of color, fun, music and delicious food! With over 350 stalls (摊位) selling wonderful homemade and homegrown goods, this will surely be a great day out、The Hall Markets are held on the first Sunday of each month from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm at Hall Village、They are operated by Hartley Lifecare Co、Ltd、All the ine will go to help and support service for people with disabilities (残疾)、V olunteers (志愿者) play an important part in the success and pleasant atmosphere at the Hall Markets、Hartley Lifecare is always grateful to have you serve as volunteers with the Hall Markets、If you are interested in being one of our volunteers and spending a few hours with us each month, please contact us during business hours on 6260 5555、36、According to the passage, the Hall Markets are held ___A_____、A) in the countryside B) to attract volunteersC) to promote winter sales D) by people with disabilities37、There are over 350 stalls in the Hall Markets that ___C_____、A) are operated by the disabled B) offer free food to volunteersC) sell homemade goods D) are open day and night38、The ine made by the Hall Markets goes to ___B_____、A) expand Hartley Lifecare Co、Ltd、B) support service for the disabledC) create more fun for customers D) develop local economy39、When are the Hall Markets open? ____A____A) The first Sunday of each month、B) Every day from 10 am to 3 pm、C) The first day of each month、D) Every weekend in winter、40、This passage is written for the purpose of inviting ____D____、A) tourists B) villagers C) businessmen D) volunteersTask 9Falls are the number one cause of death to old people at home、Most old people can live safely at home if they make a few changes、Falls are mon as people are getting older、Up to half of home accidents could be prevented by making some very simple changes、Here are a few suggestions:Mark trouble spots with bright tapes、The first and last steps on stairs are usually highrisk accident areas、Applying bright tapes and using bright light in these areas would make these spots easier to see、Put grab bars (扶手) in the bathroom、A large number of falls occur in the bathroom、This is unfortunate (不幸得) because it’s easy to make the area safe from accidents、Putting grab bars in the bathroom gives people something to hang on to、Invest in a personal alarm、A personal alarm can be started if a person falls or otherwise gets in trouble、With the push of a button, the alarm automatically sends a signal, which gets someone to call and see if the person needs help、41、By making some very simple changes at home, old people ____A____、A) are free from home accidents B) can improve their healthC) are likely to live longer D) can live more safely42、Last steps on stairs may bee a highrisk accident area if they are ____B____、A) not painted in a different color B) not marked with bright tapesC) fixed with grab bars D) very brightly lit43、Falls in the bathroom are considered to be unfortunate because ___A_____、A) they can easily be avoided B) old people seldom fall in bathroomsC) grab bars do not help to prevent falls D) bathroom accidents are difficult to prevent44、A personal alarm is designed for old people to ___C_____、A) detect safety conditions at home B) avoid falls in the bathroomC) send out signals for help D) make phone calls easily45、The purpose of this passage is to tell people that ____C____、A) most old people die from accidents at homeB) up to half of home accidents could be preventedC) falls at home can be avoided by taking some simple measuresD) protection of old people should be the first concern for the publicTask 10We have created a special rate that will let you travel actually thousands of miles on your vacation at no extra cost、In most of our US and Canadian offices, we’ll rent you cars of high quality for seven days for $99、You can drive as far as you like without paying us a penny over the $99 as long as you return the car to the city from which you rented it、Insurance (保险) is included, gas is not、If you rent the car in Florida or in California, the rate is the same, but you can return the car to any city in the state、If you’d like some suggestions on what to do with the car once you’ve got it, we have driving and touring guides for almost every part of the country、No matter which rate you choose, the pany es at no extra cost、You don’t just rent a car、You rent a pany!46、According to the advertisement, $99 is the rate offered for ____B____、A) traveling a limited distance B) renting a car for seven daysC) hiring a driving guide D) driving within a state47、Which of the following is included in the carrenting rate? ____D____A) Gas used、B) Car repairs、C) The hotel charge、D) Insurance fee、48、The carrenting rate remains $99 if you ____D____、A) return the car to where you rent it B) drive within the same cityC) buy the insurance D) pay for the gas49、The last sentence of the passage “You rent a pany” means that ___C_____、A) you have to be responsible for the panyB) you should obey the rules set by the panyC) you can enjoy allround services of this panyD) you may choose the best car from the pany50、The purpose of the passage is to advertise ____C____、A) carrenting services in the US B) a special rate of carrentingC) the advantages of carrenting D) a US carrenting pany。