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part i listening comprehension (20 minutes) section adirections: in this section, you will hear 10 short conversations. at the end of each conversation, a question will be asked about what was said. both the conversation and the question will be spoken only once. after each question there will be a pause. during the pause, you must read the four choices marked a), b), c) and d), and decide which is the best answer. then mark the corresponding letter on the answer sheet with a single line through the center.example: you will hear:you will read:a) 2 hours.b) 3 hours.c) 4 hours.d) 5 hours.from the conversation we know that the two were talking about some work they will start at 9 o’clock in the morning and have to finish at 2 in the afternoon. therefore, d) “5 hours” is the correct answer. you should choose [d] on the answer sheet and mark it with a single line through the center.sample answer [a] [b] [c] [d]1. a) buy some travelle r’s checks.b) borrow some money from a friend.c) check the brakes and tires.d) spend some time travelling.2. a) he is very forgiving and tolerant.b) he probably has a poor memory.c) he is well liked by his customers.d) he has been introduced to the staff.3. a) he thinks the book should include more information.b) he doesn’t think it necessary to provide the answers.c) the answers will be added in a later edition.d) the book does include the answers.4. a) announce appeals for public service.b) hold a charity concert to raise money.c) ask the school radio station for help.d) pool money to fund the radio station.5. a) she talked with the consultant about the new program until two.b) she wouldn’t talk to the consultant before two.c) she would talk to the consultant during lunch.d) she couldn’t contact the consultant’s secretary.6. a) they are equally competent for the job.b) they both graduated from art schools.c) they majored in different areas of art.d) they are both willing to draw the posters.7. a) at a book store.b) at an art museum.c) at a newspaper office.d) at a gymnasium.8. a) the woman received a phone call from mark yesterday.b) the man injured mark in a traffic accident yesterday.c) the man met a friend by chance.d) the woman contracted mark on business.9. a) the man should stay up and watch the program.b) the man should read something exciting instead.c) the man should go to bed at eleven.d) the man should give up watching the movie.10. a) students with a library card can check any book out.b) reference books are not allowed to be checked out.c) only students with a library card can check out reference books.d) the number of books a student can check out is unlimited.section bdirections: in this section, you will hear 3 short passages. at the end of each passage, you will hear some questions. both the passage and the questions will be spoken only once. after you hear a question, you must choose the best answer from the four choices marked a), b), c) and d). then mark the corresponding letter on the answer sheet with a single line through the center.passage onequestion 11 to 13 are based on the passage you have just heard.11. a) to find out whether they take music lessons in their space time.b) to find out whether they can name four different musical instruments.c) to find out whether they enjoy playing musical instruments in school.d) to find out whether they differ in their preference for musical instruments.12. a) they find them too hard to play.b) they think it silly to play them.c) they find it not challenging enough to play them.d) they consider it important to be different from girls.13. a) children who have private music tutors.b) children who are 8 or older.c) children who are between 5 and 7.d) children who are well-educated.passage twoquestions 14 to 16 are based on the passage you have just heard.14. a) because there weren’t any professional teams in the u.s. then.b) because pele hadn’t retired from the brazilian national team yet.c) because this fast-moving sport wasn’t familiar to many americans.d) because good professional players received low salaries.[page]15. a) when it has a large number of fans.b) when it plays at home.c) when it has many international stars playing for it.d) when the fans cheer enthusiastically for it.16. a) it wasn’t among the top four teams.b) it didn’t play as well as expected.c) it won the world cup.d) it placed fourth.passage threequestions 17 to 20 are based on the passage you have just heard.17. a) students from america.b) students from england.c) students from australia.d) students from japan.18. a) those who know how to program computers.b) those who get special aid from their teachers.c) those who are very hardworking.d) those who have well-educated parents.19. a) japanese students study much harder than columbian students.b) columbian students score higher than japanese students in maths.c) columbian students are more optimistic about their maths skills.d) japanese students have better conditions for study.20. a) physics.b) mathematics.c) environmental science.d) life science.part ii reading comprehension (35 minutes)direction: there are 4 passages in this part. each passage is followed by some questions or unfinished statements. for each of them there are four choices marked a), b) c) and d). you should decide on the best choice and mark the corresponding letter on the answer sheet with a single line through the center.passage onequestions 21 to 25 are based on the following passage:in the 1920s demand for american farm products fell, as european countries began to recover from world war i and instituted austerity（紧缩）programs to reduce their imports. the result was a sharp drop in farm prices. this period was more disastrous for farmers than earlier times had been, because farmers were no longer self-sufficient. they were paying for machinery, seed, and fertilizer, and they were also buying consumer goods. the prices of the items farmers bought remained constant, while prices they received for their products fell. these developments were made worse by the great depression, which began in 1929 and extended throughout the1930sin 1929, under president herbert hoover, the federal farm board was organized. it established the principle of direct interference with supply and demand, and it represented the first national commitment to provide greater economic stability for farmers.president hoover’s successor attached even more importance to this problem. one of the first measures proposed by president franklin d. roosevelt when he took office in 1933 was the agricultural adjustment act, which was subsequently passed by congress. this law was declared unconstitutional by the supreme court on the grounds that general taxes were being collected to pay one special group of people. however, new laws were passed immediately that achieved the same result of resting soil and providing flood-control measures, but which were based on the principle of soil conservation. the roosevelt administration believed that rebuilding the nation’s soil was in the national interest and was not simply a plan to help farmers at the expense of other citizens. later the government guaranteed loans to farmers so that they could buy farm machinery, hybrid（杂交）grain, and fertilizers.21. what brought about the decline in the demand for american farm products?a) the impact of the great depression.b) the shrinking of overseas markets.c) the destruction caused by the first world war.d) the increased exports of european countries.22. the chief concern of the american government in the area of agriculture in the 1920s was ____________________.a) to increase farm productionb) to establish agricultural lawsc) to prevent farmers from going bankruptd) to promote the mechanization of agriculture23. the agricultural adjustment act encouraged american farmers to __________.a) reduce their scale of productionb) make full use of their landc) adjust the prices of their farm productsd) be self-sufficient in agricultural production24. the supreme court rejected the agricultural adjustment act because it believed that the act ______________.[page]a) might cause greater scarcity of farm productsb) didn’t give the secretary of agriculture enough powerc) would benefit neither the government nor the farmersd) benefited one group of citizens at the expense of others25. it was claimed that the new laws passed during the roosevelt administration were aimed at _______________.a) reducing the cost of farmingb) conserving soil in the long-term interest of the nationc) lowering the burden of farmersd) helping farmers without shifting the burden onto other taxpayerspassage twoquestions 26 to 30 are based on the following passage:in the 1950s, the pioneers of artificial intelligence (ai) predicted that, by the end of this century, computers would be conversing with us at work and robots would be performing our housework. but as useful as computers are, they’re nowhere close to achieving anything remotely resembling these early aspirations for humanlike behavior. never mind something ascomplex as conversation: the most powerful computers struggle to reliably recognize the shape of an object, the most elementary of tasks for a ten-month-old kid.a growing group of ai researchers think they know where the field went wrong. the problem, the scientists say, is that ai has been trying to separate the highest, most abstract levels of thought, like language and mathematics, and to duplicate them with logical, step-by-step programs. a new movement in ai, on the other hand, takes a closer look at the more roundabout way in which nature came up with intelligence. many of these researchers study evolution and natural adaptation instead of formal logic and conventional computer programs. rather than digital computers and transistors, some want to work with brain cells and proteins. the results of these early efforts are as promising as they are peculiar, and the new nature-based ai movement is slowly but surely moving to the forefront of the field.imitating the brain’s neural（神经的）network is a huge step in the right direction, says computer scientist and biophysicist michael conrad, but it still misses an important aspect of natural intelligence. “people tend to treat the brain as if it were made up of color-coded transistors,” he explains, “but it’s not simply a clever network of switches. there are lots of important things going on inside the brain cells themselves.” specifically, conrad believes that many of the brain’s capabilit ies stem from the pattern-recognition proficiency of the individual molecules that make up each brain cell. the best way to build an artificially intelligent device, he claims, would be to build it around the same sort of molecular skills.right now, the notion that conventional computers and software are fundamentally incapable of matching the processesthat take place in the brain remains controversial. but if it proves true, then the efforts of conrad and his fellow ai rebels could turn out to be the only game in town.26. the author says that the powerful computers of today _______________.a) are capable of reliably recognizing the shape of an objectb) are close to exhibiting humanlike behaviorc) are not very different in their performance from those of the 50’sd) still cannot communicate with people in a human language27. the new trend in artificial intelligence research stems from ____________.a) the shift of the focus of study on to the recognition of the shapes of objectsb) the belief that human intelligence cannot be duplicated with logical, step-by-step programsc) the aspirations of scientists to duplicate the intelligence of a ten-month-old childd) the efforts made by scientists in the study of the similarities between transistors and brain cells28. conrad and his group of ai researchers have been making enormous efforts to _______.a) find a roundabout way to design powerful computersb) build a computer using a clever network of switchesc) find out how intelligence developed in natured) separate the highest and most abstract levels of thought[page]29. what’s the author’s opinion about the new ai movement?a) it has created a sensation among artificial intelligence researchers but will soon die out.b) it’s breakthrough in duplicating hu man thought processes.c) it’s more like a peculiar game rather than a real scientific effort.d) it may prove to be in the right direction though nobody is sure of its future prospects.30. which of the following is closest in meaning to the phrase “the only game in town” (line 3, para.4)?a) the only approach to building an artificially intelligent computer.b) the only way for them to win a prize in artificial intelligence research.c) the only area worth studying in computer science.d) the only game they would like to play in town.passage threequestions 31 to 35 are based on the following passage:cars account for half the oil consumed in the u.s., about half the urban pollution and one fourth the greenhouse（温室）gases. they take a similar toll of（损耗）resources in other industrial nations and in the cities of the developing world. as vehicle use continues to increase in the coming decade, the u.s. and other countries will have to deal with these issues or else face unacceptable economic, health-related and political costs. it is unlikely that oil prices will remain at their current low level or that other nations will accept a large and growing u.s. contribution to global climatic change.policymakers and industry have four options: reduce vehicle use, increase the efficiency and reduce the emissions ofconventional gasoline-powered vehicles, switch to less harmful fuels, or find less polluting driving systems. the last of these-in particular the introduction of vehicles powered by electricity—is ultimately the only sustainable option. the other alternatives are attractive in theory but in practice are either impractical or offer only marginal improvements. for example, reduced vehicle use could solve traffic problems and a host of social and environmental problems, but evidence from around the world suggests that it is very difficult to make people give up their cars to any significant extent. in the u.s., mass-transit tidership and carpooling（合伙用车）have declined since world war ii. even in western europe, with fuel prices averaging more than $1 a liter (about $4 a gallon) and with easily accessible mass transit and dense populations, cars still account for 80 percent of all passenger travel.improved energy efficiency is also appealing, but automotive fuel economy has barely made any progress in 10 years. alternative fuels such as natural gas, burned in internal-combustion engines, could be introduced at relatively low cost, but they would lead to only marginal reductions in pollution and greenhouse emissions (especially because oil companies are already spending billions of dollars every year to develop less polluting types of gasoline).31. from the passage we know that the increased use of cars will ______________.a) consume half of the oil produced in the worldb) have serious consequences for the well-being of all nationsc) widen the gap between the developed and developing countriesd) impose an intolerable economic burden on residents of large cities32. the u.s. has to deal with the problems arising from vehicle use because __________.a) most americans are reluctant to switch to public transportation systemsb) the present level of oil prices is considered unacceptablec) other countries will protest its increasing greenhouse emissionsd) it should take a lead in conserving natural resources33. which of the following is the best solution to the problems mentioned in the passage?a) the designing of highly efficient car engines.b) a reduction of vehicle use in cities.c) the development of electric cars.d) the use of less polluting fuels.34. which of the following is practical but only makes a marginal contribution to solving the problem of greenhouse emissions?a) the use of fuels other than gasoline.b) improved energy efficiency.[page]c) the introduction of less polluting driving systems.d) reducing car use by carpooling.35. which of the following statements is true according to the passage?a) the decline of public transportation accounts for increased car use in western europe.b) car are popular in western europe even though fuel prices are fairly high.c) the reduction of vehicle use is the only sustainable optionin densely populated western europe.d) western european oil companies cannot sustain the cost of developing new-type fuels.passage fourquestions 36 to 40 are based on the following passage:reebok executives do not like to hear their stylish athletic shoes called “footwear for yuppies（雅皮士，少壮高薪职业人士）”. they contend that reebok shoes appeal to diverse market segments, especially now that the company offers basketball and children’s shoes for the under-18 set and walking shoes for older customers not interested in aerobics（健身操）or running. the executives also point out that through recent acquisitions they have added hiking boots, dress and casual shoes, and high-performance athletic footwear to their product lines, all of which should attract new and varied groups of customers.still, despite its emphasis on new markets, reehok plans few changes in the upmakeret（高档消费人群的）retailing network that helped push sales to $1 billion annually, ahead of all other sports shoe marketers. reebok shoes, which are priced form $27 to $85, will continue to be sold only in better specialty, sporting goods, and department stores, in accordance with the co mpany’s view that consumers judge the quality of the brand by the quality of its distribution.in the past few years, the massachusetts-based company has imposed limits on the number of its distributors (and the number of shoes supplied to stores), partly out of necessity. at times the unexpected demand for reebok’s exceeded supply, and the company could barely keep up with orders from the dealers it already had. these fulfillment problems seem to be under control now, but the company is still selective about its distributors. atpresent, reebok shoes are available in about five thousand retail stores in the united states.reebok has already anticipated that walking shoes will be the next fitness-related craze, replacing aerobics shoes the same way its brightly colored, soft leather exercise footwear replaced conventional running shoes. through product diversification and careful market research, reebok hopes to avoid the distribution problems nike came across several years ago, when nike misjudged the strength of the aerobics shoe craze and was forced to unload huge inventories of running shoes through discount stores.36. one reason why reebok’s managerial personnel don’t like their shoes to be called “footwear for yuppies” is that _____________.a) they believe that their shoes are popular with people of different age groupsb) new production lines have been added to produce inexpensive shoesc) “yuppies” usually evokes a negative imaged) the term makes people think of prohibitive prices37. reekbok’s view that “consumers judge the quality of the brand by the quality of its distribution” (line 5, para.2) implies that ____________.a) the quality of a brand is measured by the service quality of the store selling itb) the quality of a product determines the quality of its distributorsc) the popularity of a brand is determined by the stores that sell itd) consumers believe that first-rate products are only sold byhigh-quality stores38. reebok once had to limit the number of its distributors because ____________.a) its supply of products fell short of demandb) too many distributors would cut into its profitsc) the reduction of distributors could increase its share of the marketd) it wanted to enhance consumer confidence in its products39. although the reebok company has solved the problem of fulfilling its orders, it ______.a) does not want to further expand its retailing networkb) still limits the number of shoes supplied to stores[page]c) is still particular about who sells its productsd) still carefully chooses the manufacturers of its products40. what lesson has reebok learned from nike’s distribution problems?a) a company should not sell its high quality shoes in discount stores.b) a company should not limit its distribution network.c) a company should do follow-up surveys of its products.d) a company should correctly evaluate the impact of a new craze on the market.part iii vocabulary and structure (20 minutes)directions: there are 30 incomplete sentences in this part. for each sentence there are four choices marked a), b), c) and d). choose the one that best completes the sentence. then mark the corresponding letter on the answer sheet with a single line through the center.41. for many patients, institutional care is the most __________ and beneficial form of care.a) pertinent b) appropriatec) acute d) persistent42. among all the changes resulting from the ___________ entry of women into the work force, the transformation that has occurred in the women themselves is not the least important.a) massive b) quantitativec) surplus d) formidable43. mr. smith became very __________ when it was suggested that he had made a mistake.a) ingenious b) empiricalc) objective d) indignant44. rumours are everywhere, spreading fear, damaging reputations, and turning calm situations into _____________ ones.a) turbulent b) tragicc) vulnerable d) suspicious45. the ______________ cycle of life and death is a subject of interest to scientists and philosophers alike.a) incompatible b) exceedingc) instantaneous d) eternal46. she remains confident and ____________ untroubled by our present problems.a) indefinitely b) infinitelyc) optimistically d) seemingly47. fiber-optic cables can carry hundreds of telephone conversations ___________.a) simultaneously b) spontaneouslyc) homogeneously d) contemporarily48. the police were alerted that the escaped criminal might be in the _____________.a) vain b) vicinityc) court d) jail49. whether you live to eat or eat to live, food is a major ________ i n every family’s budget.a) nutrition b) expenditurec) routine d) provision50. now a paper in science argues that organic chemicals in the rock come mostly from _______ on earth rather than bacteria on mars.a) configuration b) constitutionc) condemnation d) contamination51. there is much i enjoy about the changing seasons, but my favorite time is the _________ from fall to winter.a) transmission b) transformationc) transition d) transfer52. i think we need to see an investment __________ before we make an expensive mistake.a) guide b) entrepreneurc) consultant d) assessor53. the ____________ on this apartment expires in a year’s time.a) treaty b) leasec) engagement d) subsidy54. the elderly russians find it hard to live on their state ___________.a) pensions b) earningsc) salaries d) donations55. there is supposed to be a safety _______ which makes it impossible for trains to collide.a) appliance b) accessoryc) machine d) mechanism56. after four years in the same job his enthusiasm finally _____________.a) deteriorated b) dispersedc) dissipated d) drained57. no one can function properly if they are ___________ of adequate sleep.a) deprived b) rippedc) stripped d) contrived58. for years now, the people of industrialism, education has been ____________ towards producing workers.a) depressed b) immersedc) oppressed d) cursed59. ever since the rise of industrialism, education has been ______________ towards producing workers.a) harnessed b) hatchedc) motivated d) geared60. the prospect of increased prices has already ______________ worries.a) provoked b) irritatedc) inspired d) hoisted61. the suspect ________ that he had not been in the neighborhood at the time of the crime.a) advocated b) allegedc) addressed d) announced62. although the colonists ____________ to some extent with the native americans, the indians’ influence on american culture and language was not extensive.a) migrated b) matched[page]c) mingled d) melted63. e-mail is a convenient, highly democratic informalmedium for conveying messages that ______________ well to human needs.a) adheres b) reflectsc) conforms d) satisfies64. the wings of the bird still _____________ after it had been shot down.a) slapped b) scratchedc) flapped d) fluctuated65. the disagreement over trade restrictions could seriously _________ relations between the two countries.a) tumble b) jeopardizec) manipulate d) intimidate66. when you put up wallpaper, should you ______ the edges or put them next to each other?a) coincide b) extendc) overlap d) collide67. under the present system, state enterprises must _________ all profits to the government.a) turn down b) turn upc) turn out d) turn in68. oil companies in the u.s. are already beginning to feel the pressure. refinery workers and petroleum-equipment-manufacturing employees are being __________.a) laid out b) laid offc) laid down d) laid aside69. we’ll ____________ you for any damage done to your house while we are in it.a) compensate b) remedyc) supplement d) retrieve70. she cut her hair short and tried to _____________ herself asa man.a) decorate b) disguisec) fabricate d) fakepart iv error correction (15 minutes)directions: this part consists of a short passage. in this passage, there are altogether 10 mistakes, one in each numbered line. you may have to change a word, add a word or delete a word. mark out the mistakes and put the corrections in the blanks provided. if you change a word, cross it out and write the correct word in the corresponding blank. if you add a word, put an insertion mark (∧) in the right place and write the missing word in the blank. if you delete a word, cross it out and put a slash (/) in the blank.example:television is rapidly becoming the literatures of our periods.1. time/times/periodmany of the arguments having used for the study of literature. 2. /___________as a school subject are valid for ∧ study of television. 3. the___________when you start talking about good and bad manners youimmediately start meeting difficulties. many people just cannotagree what they mean. we asked a lady, who replied that she thought you could tell a well-manned person on the way they 71. __________occupied the space around them—for example, when such a person walks down a street he or she is constantly unaware of 72. __________others. such people never bump into other people.however, a second person thought that this was more aquestion of civilized behavior as good manners. instead, this 73. __________other person told us a story, it he said was quite well known, 74. __________about an american who had been invited to an arab meal at 75. __________one of the countries of the middle east. the american hasn’t 76. __________been told very much about the kind of food he might expect. ifhe had known about american food, he might have behaved 77. __________better.immediately before him was a very flat piece of bread that looked, to him, very much as a napkin（餐巾）. picking it 78. __________up, he put it into his collar, so that it falls across his shirt. 79. __________his arab host, who had been watching, said of nothing, but 80. __________immediately copied the action of his guest.and that, said this second person, was a fine example ofgood manners.part v writing (30 minutes)directions: for this part, you are allowed thirty minutes to write a composition on the topic is a test of spoken english necessary? the first sentence has already been written for you. you should write at least 120 words, and bas your composition on the outline given in chinese below:。

最新大学英语六级CET6真题及答案

洛基英语，中国在线英语教育领导品牌Part I Listening Comprehension (20 minutes)Section ADirections: In this section, you will hear 10 short conversations. At the end of each conversation, a question will be asked about what was said. Both the conversation and the question will be spoken only once. After each question there will be a pause. During the pause, you must read the four choices marked A), B), C) and D), and decide which is the best answer. Then mark the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the center.Example: You will hear:You will read:A) 2 hours.B) 3 hours.C) 4 hours.D) 5 hours.From the conversation we know that the two were talking about some work they will start at 9 o’clock in the morning and have to finish at 2 in the afternoon. Therefore, D) “5 hours”is the correct answer. You should choose [D] on the Answer Sheet and mark it with a single line through the center.Sample Answer [A] [B] [C] [D]1. A) Registering for courses.B) Buying a new computer.C) Getting directions.D) Studying sociology.2. A) The man will probably have to find a roommate.B) The man is unlikely to live in the suburbs.C) The man will probably have to buy a car.D) The man in unlikely to find exactly what he desires.3. A) Painting a picture.B) Hosting a program.C) Designing a studio.D) Taking a photograph.4. A) The woman doesn’t think it a problem to get her passport renewed.B) The woman has difficulty renewing her passport.C) The woman hasn’t renewed her passport yet.D) The woman’s passport is still valid.5. A) A prediction of the future of mankind.B) A new drug that may benefit mankindC) An opportunity for a good job.D) an unsuccessful experiment.6. A) A lesson requires students’active involvement.B) Students usually take an active part in a lecture.C) More knowledge is covered in a lecture.D) There is a larger group of people interested in lessons.7. A) Neither of their watches keeps good time.B) The woman’s watch stopped 3 hours ago.C) The man’s watch goes too fast.D) It’s too dark for the woman to read her watch.8. A) She’s proud of being able to do many things at the same time.B) She is sure to finish all the things in a few hours.C) She dreams of becoming a millionaire someday.D) She’s been kept extremely busy.9. A) He wants his students to be on time for class.B) He doesn’t allow his students to tell jokes in class.C) He is always punctual for his class.D) He rarely notices which students are late.10. A) He is nervous about the exam.B) He is looking for a job.C) He doesn’t dare to tell lies.D) He doesn’t know how to answer the questions.Section BDirections: In this section, you will hear 3 short passages. At the end of each passage, you will hear some questions. Both the passage and the questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a question, you must choose the best answer from the four choices marked A), B), C) and D). Then mark the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the center.Passage oneQuestion 11 to 14 are based on the passage you have just heard.11. A) She was bored with her idle life at home.B) She was offered a good job by her neighbour.C) She wanted to help with the family’s finances.D) Her family would like to see her more involved in social life.12. A) Doing housework.B) Looking after her neighbour’s children.C) Reading papers and watching TV.D) Taking good care of her husband.13. A) Jane got angry at Bill’s idle life.B) Bill failed to adapt to the new situation.C) Bill blamed Jane for neglecting the family.D) The children were not taken good care of.14. A) Neighbours should help each other.B) Women should have their own careers.C) Man and wife should share household duties.D) Parents should take good care of their children.Passage TwoQuestions 15 to 17 are based on the passage you have just heard.15. A) To predict natural disasters that can cause vast destruction.B) To limit the destruction that natural disasters may cause.C) To gain financial support from the United Nations.D) To propose measures to hold back natural disasters.16. A) There is still a long way to go before man can control natural disasters.B) International cooperation can minimize the destructive force of natural disasters.C) Technology can help reduce the damage natural disasters may cause.D) Scientists can successfully predict earthquakes.17. A) There were fatal mistakes in its design.B) The builder didn’t observe the building codes of the time.C) The traffic load went beyond its capacity.D) It was build according to less strict earthquake-resistance standards.Passage ThreeQuestions 18 to 20 are based on the passage you have just heard.18. A) By judging to what extent they can eliminate the risks.B) By estimating the possible loss of lives and property.C) By estimating the frequency of volcanic eruptions.D) By judging the possible risks against the likely benefits.19. A) One of Etna’s recent eruptions made many people move away.B) Etna’s frequent eruptions have ruined most of the local farmland.C) Etna’s eruptions are frequent but usually mild.D) There are signs that Etna will erupt again in the near future.20. A) They will remain where they are.B) They will leave this area for ever.C) They will turn to experts for advice.D) They will seek shelter in nearby regions.Part II Reading Comprehension (35 minutes)Direction: There are 4 passages in this part. Each passage is followed by some questions or unfinished statements. For each of them there are four choices marked A), B) C) and D). You should decide on the best choice and mark the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the center.Passage OneQuestions 21 to 25 are based on the following passage:When global warming finally came, it stuck with a vengeance (异乎寻常地). In some regions, temperatures rose several degrees in less than a century. Sea levels shot up nearly 400 feet, flooding coastal settlements and forcing people to migrate inland. Deserts spread throughout the world as vegetation shifted drastically in North America, Europe and Asia. After driving many of the animals around them to near extinction, people were forced to abandon their old way of life for a radically new survival strategy that resulted in widespread starvation and disease. The adaptation was farming: the global-warming crisis hat gave rise to it happened more than 10,000 years ago.As environmentalists convene in Rio de Janeiro this week to ponder the global climate of the future, earth scientists are in the midst of a revolution in understanding how climate has changed in the past —and how those changes have transformed human existence. Researchers have begun to piece together an illuminating picture of the powerful geological and astronomical forces that have combined to change the planet’s environment from hot to cold, wet to dry and back again over a time period stretching back hundreds of millions of years.Most important, scientists are beginning to realize that the climatic changes have had a major impact on the evolution of the human species. New research now suggests that climate shifts have played a key role in nearly every significant turning point in human evolution: from the dawn of primates (灵长目动物) some 65 million years ago to human ancestors rising up to walk on two legs, from the huge expansion of the human brain to the rise of agriculture. Indeed, the human history has not been merely touched by global climate change, some scientists argue, it has in some instances been driven by it.The new research has profound implications for the environmental summit in Rio. Among other things, the findings demonstrate that dramatic climate change is nothing new for planet Earth. The benign (宜人的) global environment that has existed over the past 10,000 years —during which agriculture, writing, cities and most other features of civilization appeared —is a mere bright spot in a much larger pattern of widely varying climate over the ages. In fact, the pattern of climate change in the past reveals that Earth’s climate will almost certainly go through dramatic changes in the future —even without the influence of human activity.21. Farming emerged as a survival strategy because man had been obliged ______.A) to give up his former way of lifeB) to leave the coastal areasC) to follow the ever-shifting vegetationD) to abandon his original settlement22. Earth scientists have come to understand that climate ______.A) is going through a fundamental changeB) has been getting warmer for 10,000 yearsC) will eventually change from hot to coldD) has gone through periodical changes23. Scientists believe that human evolution ______.A) has seldom been accompanied by climatic changesB) has exerted little influence on climatic changesC) has largely been effected by climatic changesD) has had a major impact on climatic changes24. Evidence of past climatic changes indicates that ______.A) human activities have accelerated changes of Earth’s environmentB) Earth’s environment will remain mild despite human interferenceC) Earth’s climate is bound to change significantly in the futureD) Earth’s climate is unlikely to undergo substantial changes in the future25. The message the author wishes to convey in the passage is that ______.A) human civilization remains glorious though it is affected by climatic changesB) mankind is virtually helpless in the face of the dramatic changes of climateC) man has to limit his activities to slow down the global warming processD) human civilization will continue to develop in spite of the changes of naturePassage TwoQuestions 26 to 30 are based on the following passage:No woman can be too rich or too thin. This saying often attributed to the late Duchess (公爵夫人) of Windsor embodies much of the odd spirit of our times. Being thin is deemed as such a virtue.The problem with such a view is that some people actually attempt to live by it. I myself have fantasies of slipping into narrow designer clothes. Consequently, I have been on a diet for the better —or worse —part of my life. Being rich wouldn’t be bad either, but that won’t happen unless an unknown relative dies suddenly in some distant land, leaving me millions of dollars.Where did we go off the track? When did eating butter become a sin, and a little bit of extra flesh unappealing, if not repellent? All religions have certain days when people refrain from eating and excessive eating is one of Christianity’s seven deadly sins. However, until quite recently, most people had a problem getting enough to eat. In some religious groups, wealth was a symbol of probable salvation and high morals, and fatness a sign of wealth and well-being.Today the opposite is true. We have shifted to thinness as our new mark of virtue. The result is that being fat —or even only somewhat overweight —is bad because it implies a lack of moral strength.Our obsession (迷恋) with thinness is also fueled by health concerns. It is true that in this country we have more overweight people than ever before, and that, in many cases, being over-weight correlates with an increased risk of heart and blood vessel disease. These diseases, however, many have as much to do with our way of life and our high-fat diets as with excess weight. And the associated risk of cancer in the digestive system may be more of a dietary problem —too much fat and a lack of fiber —than a weight problem.The real concern, then, is not that we weigh too much, but that we neitherexercise enough nor eat well. Exercise is necessary for strong bones and both heart and lung health. A balanced diet without a lot of fat can also help the body avoid many diseases. We should surely stop paying so much attention to weight. Simply being thin is not enough. It is actually hazardous if those who get (or already are) thin think they are automatically healthy and thus free form paying attention to their overall life-style. Thinness can be pure vainglory (虚荣).26. In the eyes of the author, an odd phenomenon nowadays is that ______.A) the Duchess of Windsor is regarded as a woman of virtue.B) looking slim is a symbol of having a large fortuneC) being thin is viewed as a much desired qualityD) religious people are not necessarily virtuous27. Swept by the prevailing trend, the author ______.A) had to go on a diet for the greater part of her lifeB) could still prevent herself from going off the trackC) had to seek help from rich distant relativesD) had to wear highly fashionable clothes28. In human history, people’s views on body weight ______.A) were closely related to their religious beliefsB) changed from time to timeC) varied between the poor and the richD) led to different oral standards29. The author criticizes women’s obsession with thinness ______.A) from an economic and educational perspectiveB) from sociological and medical points of viewC) from a historical and religious standpointD) in the light of moral principles30. What’s the author’s advice to women who are absorbed in the idea of thinness?A) They should be more concerned with their overall lifestyle.B) They should be more watchful for fatal diseases.C) They should gain weight to look healthy.D) They should rid themselves of fantasies about designer clothes.Passage ThreeQuestions 31 to 35 are based on the following passage:War may be a natural expression of biological instincts and drives toward aggression in the human species. Natural impulses of anger, hostility, and territoriality (守卫地盘的天性) are expressed through acts of violence. Theses are all qualities that humans share with animals. Aggression is a kind of innate (天生的) survival mechanism, an instinct for self-preservation, that allows animals to defend themselves from threats to their existence. But, on the other hand, human violence shows evidence of being a learned behavior. In the case of human aggression, violence cannot be simply reduced to an instinct. The many expressions of human violence arealways conditioned by social conventions that give shape to aggressive behavior. In human societies violence has a social function: It is a strategy for creating or destroying forms of social order. Religious traditions have taken a leading role in directing the powers of violence. We will look at the ritual and ethical (道德上的) patterns within which human violence has been directed.The violence within a society is controlled through institutions of law. The more developed a legal system becomes, the more society takes responsibility for the discovery, control, and punishment of violent acts. In most tribal societies the only means to deal with an act of violence is revenge. Each family group may have the responsibility for personally carrying out judgment and punishment upon the person who committed the offense. But in legal systems, the responsibility for revenge becomes depersonalized and diffused. The society assumes the responsibility for protecting individuals from violence. In cases where they cannot be protected, the society is responsible for imposing punishment. In a sate controlled legal system, individuals are removed from the cycle of revenge motivated by acts of violence, and the state assumes responsibility for their protection.The other side of a state legal apparatus is a state military apparatus. While the one protects the individual from violence, the other sacrifices the individual to violence in the interests of the state. In war the state affirms its supreme power over the individuals within its own borders. War is not simply a trial by combat to settle disputes between states; it is the moment when the state makes its most powerful demands upon its people for their recommitment, allegiance, and supreme sacrifice. Times of war test a community’s deepest religious and ethical commitments.31. Human violence shows evidence of being a learned behavior in that ______.A) it threatens the existing social systemsB) it is influenced by societyC) it has roots in religious conflictsD) it is directed against institutions of law32. The function of legal systems, according to the passage, is ______.A) to control violence within a societyB) to protect the world from chaosC) to free society from the idea of revengeD) to give the government absolute power33. What does the author mean by saying “…in legal systems, the responsibility for revenge becomes depersonalized an diffused”(Lines 5-6, Para. 2)A) Legal systems greatly reduce the possibilities of physical violence.B) Offenses against individuals are no longer judged on a personal basis.C) Victims of violence find it more difficult to take revenge.D) Punishment is not carried out directly by the individuals involved.34. The word “allegiance”(Line 5, Para. 3) is closest in meaning to ______.A) loyaltyB) objectiveC) survivalD) motive35. What can we learn from the last paragraph?A) Governments tend to abuse their supreme power in times of war.B) In times of war governments may extend their power across national borders.C) In times of war governments impose high religious and ethical standards on their people.D) Governments may sacrifice individuals in the interests of the state in times of war.Passage FourQuestions 36 to 40 are based on the following passage:Researchers who are unfamiliar with the cultural and ethnic groups they are studying must take extra precautions to shed any biases they bring with them from their own culture. For example, they must make sure they construct measures that are meaningful for each of the cultural or ethnic minority groups being studied.In conducting research on cultural and ethnic minority issues, investigators distinguish between the emic approach and the etic approach. In the emic approach, the goal is to describe behavior in one culture or ethnic group in terms that are meaningful and important to the people in that culture or ethnic group, without regard to other cultures or ethnic groups. In the etic approach, the goal is to describe behavior so that generalizations can be made across cultures. If researchers construct a questionnaire in an emic fashion, their concern is only that the questions are meaningful to the particular culture or ethnic group being studied. If, however, the researchers construct a questionnaire in an etic fashion, they want to include questions that reflect concepts familiar to all cultures involved.How might the emic and etic approaches be reflected in the study of family processes? In the emic approach, the researchers might choose to focus only on middle-class White families, without regard for whether the information obtained in the study can be generalized or is appropriate for ethnic minority groups. In a subsequent study, the researchers may decide to adopt an etic approach by studying not only middle-class White families, but also lower-income White families, Black American families, Spanish American families, and Asian American families. In studying ethnic minority families, the researchers would likely discover that the extended family is more frequently a support system in ethnic minority families than in White American families. If so, the emic approach would reveal a different pattern of family interaction than would the etic approach, documenting that research with middle-class White families cannot always be generalized to all ethnic groups.36. According to the first paragraph, researchers unfamiliar with the target cultures are inclined to ______.A) be overcautious in constructing meaningful measuresB) view them from their own cultural perspectiveC) guard against interference from their own cultureD) accept readily what is alien to their own culture37. What does the author say about the emic approach and the etic approach?A) They have different research focuses in the study of ethnic issues.B) The former is biased while the latter is objective.C) The former concentrates on the study of culture while the latter on family issues.D) They are both heavily dependent on questionnaires in conducting surveys.38. Compared with the etic approach, the emic approach is apparently more ______.A) culturally interactiveB) culture-orientedC) culturally biasedD) culture-specific39. The etic approach is concerned with ______.A) the general characteristics of minority familiesB) culture-related concepts of individual ethnic groupsC) features shared by various cultures or ethnic groupsD) the economic conditions of different types of families40. Which of the following is true of the ethnic minority families in the U.S. according to the passage?A) Their cultural patterns are usually more adaptable.B) Their cultural concepts are difficult to comprehend.C) They don’t interact with each other so much as White families.D) They have closer family ties than White families.Part III V ocabulary and Structure (20 minutes)Directions: There are 3.0. incomplete sentences in this part. For each sentence there are four choices marked A), B), C) and D). Choose the ONE that best completes the sentence. Then mark the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the center.41. It was ______ that the restaurant discriminated against black customers.A) addicted B) allegedC) assaulted D) ascribed42. The medicine ______ his pain but did not cure his illness.A) activated B) alleviatedC) medicated D) deteriorated43. 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Military orders are ______ and cannot be disobeyed.A) defective B) conservativeC) alternative D) imperative51. Some educators try to put students of similar abilities into the same class because they believe this kind of ______ grouping is advisable.A) homogeneous B) instantaneousC) spontaneous D) anonymous52. Even sensible men do ______ things sometimes.A) abrupt B) absurdC) acute D) apt53. The commission would find itself ______ at every turn if its members couldn’t’reach an agreement.A) collided B) savagedC) crumbled D) hampered54. Grain production in the world is ______, but still millions go hungry.A) staggering B) shrinkingC) soaring D) suspending55. He developed a ______ attitude after years of frustration in his career.A) sneaking B) disgustedC) drastic D) cynical56. They believed that this was not the ______ of their campaign for equality but merely the beginning.A) climax B) summitC) pitch D) maximum57. Several guests were waiting in the ______ for the front door to open.A) porch B) ventC) inlet D) entry58. As the mountains were covered with a ______ of cloud, we couldn’t see theirtops.A) coating B) filmC) veil D) shade59. We couldn’t really afford to buy a house so we got it on hire purchase and paid monthly ______.A) investments B) requirementsC) arrangements D) installments60. The magician made us think he cut the girl into pieces but it was merely an ______.A) illusion B) impressionC) image D) illumination61. A good education is an ______ you can fall back on for the rest of your life.A) asset B) ethicC) inventory D) obligation62. Giving a gift can convey a wealth of meaning about your appreciation of their ______ and the importance you place upon the relationship.A) solidarity B) priorityC) superiority D) hospitality63. The designer has applied for a ______ for his new invention.A) tariff B) discountC) version D) patent64. 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Descriptions S4. __________written by eighteenth-century travelers of the poor of MexicoCity, and the enormous contrasts that was to be found there, S5. __________are very dissimilar to descriptions of Mexico City today—the S6. __________ poor can still be numbered in millions.The whole monstrous growth rests on economic prosper-ity, but behind it lies two myths: the myth of the city as a S7. __________promised land, that attracts immigrants from rural poverty S8. __________and brings it flooding into city centers, and the myth of the S9. __________country as a Garden of Eden, which, a few generations late, S10. __________sends them flooding out again to the suburbs.Part V Writing (30 minutes)Directions: For this part, you are allowed thirty minutes to write a composition on the topic: Student Use of Computers. You should write at least 150 words, and base your composition on the outline given in Chinese below:1. 上图所示为1990年、1995年、2002年某校大学生使用计算机的情况，请。

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1．A.The man might be able to play in the World Cup．B.The man’s football career seems to be at an end．C.The man was operated on a few weeks a90．D.The man is a fan of world．famous football players．2．A.Work out a plan to tighten his budget．B.Find out the opening hours of the cafeteria．C.Apply for a senior position in the restaurant．D.Solve his problem by doing a part．time job．3．A.A financial burden．B.A good companion．C.A real nuisance．D.A well．trained pet．4．A.The errors will be corrected soon．B.The woman was mistaken herself．C.The computing system is too complex．D.He has called the woman several times．5．A.He needs help to retrieve his files．B.He has to type his paper once more．C.He needs some time to polish his paper．D.He will be away for a tw0—week conference．6．A.They might have to change their plan．B.He has got everything set for their trip．C.He has a heavier workload than the woman．D.They could stay in the mountains until June 8．7．A.They have to wait a month to apply for a student loan．B.They can find the application forms in the brochure．C.They are not eligible for a student loan．D.They are not late for a loan application．8．A.New laws are yet to be made to reduce pollutant release．B.Pollution has attracted little attention from the public．C.The quality of air will surely change for the better．D.It’Il take years to bring air pollution under contr01．Questions 9 t0 12 are based on the conversation you have just heard．9．A.Enormous size of its stores．B.Numerous varieties of food．C.Its appealing surroundings．D.Its rich and colorful history．10．A.An ancient buildin9．B.A world of antiques．C.An Egyptian museum．D.An Egyptian memorial．1 1．A.Its power bill reaches￡9 million a year．B.It sells thousands of light bulbs a day．C.It supplies power to a nearby town．D.It generates 70％of the electricity it uses．12．A.11 500．B.30 000．C.250 000．D.300 000．Questions l3 t0 15 are based on the conversation you have just heard．13．A.Transferring to another department．B.Studying accounting at a university．C.Thinking about doing a different job．D.Making preparations for her weddin9．14．A.She has finally got a promotion and a pay raise．B.She has got a satisfactory job in another company．C.She could at last leave the accounting department．D.She managed to keep her position in the company．15．A.He and Andrea have proved to be a perfect match．B.He changed his mind about marriage unexpectedly．C.He declared that he would remain single all his life．D.He would marry Andrea even without meeting her．Section BDirections：In this section．you will hear 3 short passages．Af the end of each passage．you will hear some questions．Both the passage and the questions will be spoken only once．After you hear a question，you must choose the best answer from the four choices marked A.，B.，C.and D.．Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet T with a single line through the centre．注意：此部分试题请在答题卡1上作答。

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

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

6月英语CET6级阅读水平练习

XX年6月英语CET6级阅读水平练习靠山山会倒，靠水水会流，靠自己永远不倒。

以下是为大家搜索了xx年6月英语CET6级阅读水平练习，希望能给大家带来帮助!更多精彩内容请及时关注我们!E.B. WhiteE.B.怀特This is a lovely novel that all age groups can understand. Aimed at native English speaking children, there are many adults who still say this famous book is their favorite.这是一本美妙的小说，各年龄段的人都能理解。

书的目标读者是以英语为母语的儿童，许多成年人仍然说这本著名的书是他们的最爱。

This is part of the national curriculum in many schools around the world, so it’s quite possible this book will also e up in conversation. You can almost guarantee that the majority of native English speakers have read this book at least once.世界上许多学校的教学大纲里都有这本书，所以人们在聊天时也很有可能谈到这本书。

几乎可以保证，大多数以英语为母语的人都至少读过一次这本书。

plot summary情节总结A baby pig called Wilbur is almost killed because ofhis status – he is the smallest pig that was born and heis considered to be useless and of no value.一个名叫威尔伯的小猪，由于它生下来最小，派不上什么用场，也没有价值，所以差点被主人宰了。

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41、学问是异常珍贵的东西，从任何源泉吸收都不可耻。——阿卜·日·法拉兹
42、只有在人群中间，才能认识自己。——德国
43、重复别人所说的话，只需要教育；而要挑战别人所说的话，则需要头脑。—— 玛丽·佩蒂博恩·普尔
44、卓越的人一大优点是：在不利与艰难的遭遇里百折不饶。——贝多芬
45、料
11、用道德的示范来造就一个人，显然比用法律来约束他更有价值。—— 希腊
12、法律是无私的，对谁都一视同仁。在每件事上，她都不徇私情。—— 托马斯
13、公正的法律限制不了好的自由，因为好人不会去做法律不允许的事情。——弗劳德
14、法律是为了保护无辜而制定的。——爱略特 15、像房子一样，法律和法律都是相互依存的。——伯克

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6月英语CET6级真题大学英语六级考试（又称CET-6，全称为“College English T est-6”）是由国家统一出题的，统一收费，统一组织考试，用来评定应试人英语能力的全国性的考试，下面是店铺收集整理的2021年6月英语CET6级真题，欢迎大家借鉴与参考，希望对大家有所帮助。

Part I Writing (30 minutes)Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write an essay titled “Are people becoming addicted to technology?”. The statement given below is for your reference. You should write at least 120 words but no more than 180 words.Numerous studies claim that addiction to technology is real and it has the same effect on the brain as drug addition.【参考范文】Are people becoming addicted to technology?With technology advancing daily, there has been an increase in the number of people who become addicted to technological inventions, such as computers and cellphones. From my point of view, this trend can harmfully influence individuals in many ways.The negative consequences of technology addiction can be illustrated from two aspects. For one thing, being indulged in technological gadgets is detrimental to students’ academic performance. For example, many university students stay up all night to play video games and thus feel drowsy and distracted in class. In addition, many psychological researchers found that the excessive use of technological devices can have an adverse effect on individuals’ mental well-being and interpersonal relationship. For instance, modern people, especially youngsters, are reluctant to interact face to face with their friends and families because of the indulgence in online social media platforms orcomputer games.In conclusion, it is of utmost importance to take actions to counteract the negative effects mentioned above. Perhaps the first step is that students should be educated to use technological devices in a rational way.【解析】本次四级作文考查的是现象影响类的论说文。

题目给出的是一个负面的现象——人们沉迷于科技产品。

采用三段式：开头段引出负面现象并发表自己的看法;第二段，即主体段论述该现象带来的负面影响;结尾段给出针对性的'建议。

Part II Listening Comprehension (25 minutes)Section ADirections: In this section, you will hear three news reports. At the end of each news report, you will hear two or three questions. Both the news report and the questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a question, you must choose the best answer from the four choices marked A), B), C) and D). Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 1 with a single line through the centre.Questions 1 and 2 are based on the news report you have just heard.NEWS Report 1And finally in tonight’s news, a nine-year-old boy named Joe told not to draw in class wins a job decorating a restaurant with his drawings rather than shutting down the habit of drawing in his school’s workbook.Joe’s parents decided to encourage his creativity by sending their son to an after-school art class. His teacher recognized Joe’s talent and posted all his work online, which led to something pretty wonderful. A restaurant named Number 4 inNewcastle contacted Joe’s teachers to ask if the nine-year-old could come and decorated the dining room with his drawings. Every day after school, Joes dad drives him to the restaurant, so he can put his ideas straight on the wall.Once hes all done, the work will remain there permanently. Joe’s dad says, Joe is a really talented little boy. He’s excellent at school. Hes great at football, but drawing is definitely what he is most passionate about.Q1. What did Joe’s parents decide to do?1. B) Send him to an after-school art class.Q2. What did the restaurant, Number 4, do?2. A) Contacted Joe to decorate its dining-room.Questions 3 and 4 are based on the news report you have just heard.NEWS Report 2Christine Marshall, a 34-year-old mum of one posted a tearful video on social media, Wednesday, begging for the safe return of her beloved pet dog. After combing through the security video outside a global’s shop, Christine has now posted an image of a man suspected of stealing the dog. The image appears to show a man carrying the dog in his arms.Christine also believes the video obtained from the shop shows the dog being stolen by a man before driving off in a car, which had been waiting nearby. The family is now offering a 5,000 pound reward for the safe return of the dog after launching a social media campaign to find the thief. The dog is six and a half years old and was last seen wearing a red collar.Christine said “We will pay that to anyone who brings him home, as long as they are not responsible for his disappearance. Please on investigating the incident”.Q3. What is Christine Marshall trying to do?3. A) Get her pet dog back.Q4. What does the news report say about Christine Marshall’s family?4. D) It is offering a big reward to anyone who helps.Questions 5 to 7 are based on the news report you have just heard.NEWS Report 3London’s eggs and bread caf e offers boiled eggs, toast, jam, and bacon, as well as tea, coffee, and orange juice. But at the end of the meal, customers don’t have to worry about the bill. Hungry customers can pay whatever amount they can afford to eat at the cafe or nothing at all. Owner Guy Wilson says his cafe aims to build community rather than profits. He wants to provide a bridge for people to connect in an area that has been divided by class and wealth, by providing affordable breakfast. The cafe is open in the mornings every day of the year, and has two members of staff or supervisors on shift every day. The cafe doesn’t use volunteers, but pays its staff to ensure consistency in its service. It doesnt take donations and doesn’t want to be seen as a charity. Mr. Wilson says when people start to know other people around them, they realize they’re not that different and whatever their financial background or their educational background, most people will have something in common with each other. He says it’s important that his caf e can offer his customers security and permanence.Q5. What does Guy Wilson say his cafe aims to do?5. B) Help people connect with each other.Q6. What does the news report say about eggs and bread cafe?6. C) It does not use volunteers.Q7. What happens when people start to know each other according to Guy Wilson?7. D) They will find they have something in common.Section BDirections: In this section, you will hear two long conversations. At the end of each conversation, you will hear four questions. Both the conversation and the questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a question, you must choose the best answer from the four choices marked A), B), C) and D). Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 1 with a single line through the centre.Questions 8 to 11 are based on the conversation you have just heard.CONVERSATION 1M: So what time do you think we should have the party on Saturday?W: How about inviting people to come at 6:00 PM, then well have the afternoon to prepare food and drink and stuff like that?M: Yes. I was thinking that around six would be good too. What food should we provide?W: Well, I had thought about baking a cake and some biscuits, and now I think we should prepare some sandwiches and snacks and some other kinds of food so that people can just help themselves rather than getting everyone to sit down at the table to eat a meal. I think that’s a bit too formal. Its better to let people walk around and talk to each other or sit where they like.M: Yes, that sounds good. I’ll go to the supermarket to get some drinks. I think I might try that big new supermarket on the other side of town, see what they have. I’ve not been therebefore. I think we should get some beer and wine and some fruit juice and other soft drinks. What do you think?W: Sounds great. I think those drinks will be enough. And I heard that the new supermarket offers some big discounts to attract customers, so going there should be a great idea. What should we do about music?M：Maybe we should also ask Pual to bring his computer and speakers so that we can play some music. He has a great collection of different stuff. Yes. All right.Q8. What are the speakers mainly talking about?8. C) Preparations for Saturday’s get-together.Q9. Why does the woman say it is a good idea to serve foods that guests can help themselves too?9. B) It enables guests to walk around and chat freely.Q10. What does the woman say about the new supermarket?10. A) It offers some big discounts.11. D) Bring his computer and speakers.Questions 12 to 15 are based on the conversation you have just heard.CONVERSATION 2W: I’m thinking of buying a car. I wouldn’t need to use it every day, but I think it would be very convenient to have one for the weekends.M: Thats exciting. Would this be your first car?W: Nope.M: I actually owned a car for a little while when I lived in Miami. You see, in America, many cities dont have good public transport. So most people need their own car to get around.W: I see.M: So have you got your mindset on a specific model?W: No, not really. Ive heard that German cars are very reliable, but I haven’t decided on a specific model yet. I’d also like it to be small so that its easy to drive in the city.M: I have a friend who sells second-hand cars. In fact, I think his family owns the business. He’s a really nice guy and he knows a lot about cars. I could give you his phone number if you want, and you could call him and ask him questions.W: Hmm. That’s nice of you, but I don’t want to feel obliged to buy one of his car.M: Oh no. He’s not like that. He’s a good friend of mine and he would never try to pressure you.W: Well, if you trust him, then I guess it should be okay. To be honest, I could use some help in deciding what type of vehicle would best suit my needs. Speaking to an expert would be a good idea.M: Exactly. You have nothing to worry about. He’s a lovely guy and hell be happy to help.12. D) For convenience at weekends.Q13. What does the woman say about German cars?13. A) They are reliable.Q14. What does the man recommend the woman do?14. C) Seek advice from his friend.Q15. What do we learn about the Loinbos friend from the conversation?15. B) He can be trusted.Section CDirections: In this section, you will hear three passages. At the end of each passage, you will hear three or four questions. Both the passage and the questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a question, you must choose the best answer fromthe four choices marked A), B), C) and D). Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 1 with a single line through the centre.Questions 16 to 18 are based on the passage you have just heard.PASSAGE 1Pigs are not native to North America. They were first introduced to California by Spanish and Russian explorers and settlers many centuries ago. In the early times, pigs were allowed to wander freely and search of food. This practice also allowed many pigs to escape from farms and live in the wild, which became a problem.In fact, as one of the most damaging invasive species on the continent, wild pigs caused millions of dollars in crop damage yearly. They also harbored dozens of diseases that threaten both humans and farm animals. Forest patches with wild pigs have been found to have considerably reduced plant and animal diversity.In addition to either eating other animals or their food supply, wild pigs damaged native habitats by reaching up crosses and rubbing on trees. Their activities may also create opportunities for invasive plants to colonize these areas. Wild pigs will eat almost anything containing calories. Mice, deer, birds, snakes and frogs are among their victims.They can also harm other wild species through indirect competition rather than eating them or shrinking their food supply. On one particular United States island, wild pigs themselves became an attractive food source for a species of mainland eagle. Eagles began breeding on the island and also feeding on a species of native fox. The foxes were almost wipedout completely.Q16. What do we learn about early pigs in North America?16. A) Many escaped from farms and became wild.Q17. Why are wild pigs a threat to humans?17. D) They carry a great many diseases.Q18. What does the passage say about the native foxes on a U.S. island?18. C) They fell victim to eagles.Questions 19 to 21 are based on the passage you have just heard.PASSAGE 2A pair of entrepreneurs are planning to build and launch a spacecraft that would carry and roast coffee beans in outer space. The craft will use the heat of re-entry to roast coffee beans, as they float inside it in a pressurized tank. The effect would be to roast the beans all over and produce perfect coffee. The businessmen say that on earth, beans can easily break apart and get burned in the roaster. But if gravity is removed, the beans float around and in a heated oven, receiving 360 degrees of evenly distributed heat and roasting to near perfection. The spacecraft will reach a height of around 200 kilometers. The beans would then be roasted and the heat generated by the crafts 20 minute re-entry into earths atmosphere. Temperatures and the pressurized tank will be kept to around 200 degrees Celsius. Once back on earth, the planet’s first space roasted beans would be used to make coffee that would be sold for the first tim e in Dubai. This is where the pair’s company is based. It is not clear how much they would charge for a cup. Surprisingly, the Space Roaster concept-should it go ahead-will not be the first attempt to take coffee into space. In 2015, two Italian companiescollaborated on the construction of a similar type of spacecraft, which was the first coffee machine designed for use in space.Q19. What are a pair of entrepreneurs planning to do?19. B) Roast coffee beans in outer space.Q20. What does the passage say about coffee beans roasted on earth?20. A) They can easily get burned.Q21. What did the two Italian companies do in 2015?21. C) They collaborated on building the first space coffee machine.Questions 22 to 25 are based on the passage you have just heard.PASSAGE 3In cold and snowy Alaska, there’s a village called Takotna. It has a population of mere 49 adults. Each March, this tiny village swells up in numbers because it is located in the middle of a race that takes place every year. It is a seven-day r ace called “The Iditarod Trail”. And participants stop at Takotna for the obligatory 24 hour rest.Lucky for them, Takotna is famous for its delicious fruit pies. Weeks before the competitors arrive, the residents of Takotna start preparing what is without question their biggest event of the year. The whole village chips in to help, including the kids, who end up developing their baking skills at an early age. Exhausted and hungry racers are greeted with delightful pies of all kinds, such as apple, orange, lemon, or banana.They consume the pies and a stomach warming race fuel. The toughness of the race allows for racers to eat pretty much whatever they want. The more calories, the better. Takotna has gained a reputation for its dessert-based hospitality since the1970s. It started with one person, Jane Newton. Jane moved from Iditarod with her husband in 1972 and opened a restaurant. A rich and filling fruit pies quickly got the races attention, and the village gained some fame as a result. Proud residents then started to refer to Jane as queen of T akotna.Q22. Why do a lot of people come to the village of Takotna every March?22. B) A race passes through it annually.Q23. What is the village of Takotna famous for?23. C) Its tasty fruit pies.Q24. Who comes to help with the event of the year?24. B) The entire village.Q25. What does the passage say about Jane Newton?25. D) She helped the village to become famous.Part III Reading Comprehension (40 minutes)Section ADirections: In this section, there is a passage with ten blanks. You are required to select one word for each blank from a list of choices given in a word bank following the passage. Read the passage through carefully before making your choices. Each choice in the bank is identified by a letter. Please mark the corresponding letter for each item on Answer Sheet 2 with a single line through the centre. You may not use any of the words in the bank more than once.Most animals seek shade when temperatures in the Sahara soar to 120 degrees Fahrenheit. Saharan silver ants seek lunch, skittering from underground lairs into the sun’s brutal rays to scavenge animal carcasses. In 2015 they were joined by scientists from two Belgian universities, who spent a sweltering month tracking the ants and digging out their nests. The goal: todiscover how the species adapted to the kind of heat that can melt shoes.Back in Belgium, the scientists looked at the ants under an electron microscope and found that their dense, triangular hair reflects light like a prism, giving them a metallic glint and shielding them from the sun’s heat. When Ph.D. student Quentin Willot shaved an ant with a tiny scalpel and put it under a heat lamp, its temperature jumped. He says the ants’ method of staying cool is unique among animals. Could this reflective type of hair protect people? Willot says companies are interested in reproducing it.A) adaptingE) extremeI) M) thickB) F) huntJ) removedN) tinyC) crawlingG) literallyK) speciesO) uniqueD) H)L)Section BDirections: In this section, you are going to read a passage with ten statements attached to it. Each statement contains information given in one of the paragraphs. Identify the paragraph from which the information is derived. You may choose a paragraph more than once. Each paragraph is marked with a letter. Answer the questions by marking the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 2.What happens when a language has no words for numbers?Numbers do not exist in all cultures. There are numberless hunter-gatherers embedded deep in Amazonia, living along branches of the world’s largest river tree. Instead of using words for precise quantities, these people rely exclusively on terms analogous to “a few” or “some.”In contrast, our own lives are governed by numbers. As youread this, you are likely aware of what time it is, how old you are, your checking account balance, your weight and so on. The exact (and exacting) numbers we think with impact everything from our schedules to our self-esteem.But, in a historical sense, numerically fixated people like us are the unusual ones. For the bulk of our species’ approximately 200,000-year lifespan, we had no means of precisely representing quantities. What’s more, the 7,000 or so languages that exist today vary dramatically in how they utilize numbers.Speakers of anumeric, or numberless, languages offer a window into how the invention of numbers reshaped the human experience. In a new book, I explored the ways in which humans invented numbers, and how numbers subsequently played a critical role in other milestones, from the advent of agriculture to the genesis of writing.Cultures without numbers, or with only one or two precise numbers, include the Munduruku and Pirah in Amazonia. Researchers have also studied some adults in Nicaragua who were never taught number words.Without numbers, healthy human adults struggle to precisely differentiate and recall quantities as low as four. In an experiment, a researcher will place nuts into a can one at a time, then remove them one by one. The person watching is asked to signal when all the nuts have been removed. Responses suggest that anumeric people have some trouble keeping track of how many nuts remain in the can, even if there are only four or five in total.This and many other experiments have converged upon a simple conclusion: When people do not have number words, they struggle to make quantitative distinctions that probably seemnatural to someone like you or me. While only a small portion of the world’s languages are anumeric or nearly anumeric, they demonstrate that number words are not a human universal.It is worth stressing that these anumeric people are cognitively normal, well-adapted to the environs they have dominated for centuries. As the child of missionaries, I spent some of my youth living with anumeric indigenous people, the aforementioned Pirah who live along the sinuous banks of the black Maici River. Like other outsiders, I was continually impressed by their superior understanding of the riverine ecology we shared.Yet numberless people struggle with tasks that require precise discrimination between quantities. Perhaps this should be unsurprising. After all, without counting, how can someone tell whether there are, say, seven or eight coconuts in a tree? Such seemingly straightforward distinctions become blurry through numberless eyes.This conclusion is echoed by work with anumeric children in industrialized societies.Prior to being spoon-fed number words, children can only approximately discriminate quantities beyond three. We must be handed the cognitive tools of numbers before we can consistently and easily recognize higher quantities.In fact, acquiring the exact meaning of number words is a painstaking process that takes children years. Initially, kids learn numbers much like they learn letters. They recognize that numbers are organized sequentially, but have little awareness of what each individual number means. With time, they start to understand that a given number represents a quantity greater by one than the preceding number. This "successor principle" is partof the foundation of our numerical cognition, but requires extensive practice to understand.None of us, then, is really a “numbers person.” We are not predisposed to handle quantitative distinctions adroitly. In the absence of the cultural traditions that infuse our lives with numbers from infancy, we would all struggle with even basic quantitative distinctions.Number words and written numerals transform our quantitative reasoning as they are coaxed into our cognitive experience by our parents, peers and school teachers. The process seems so normal that we sometimes think of it as a natural part of growing up, but it is not. Human brains come equipped with certain quantitative instincts that are refined with age, but these instincts are very limited. For instance, even at birth we are capable of distinguishing between two markedly different quantities — for instance, eight from 16 things.But we are not the only species capable of such abstractions. Compared to chimps and other primates, our numerical instincts are not as remarkable as many presume. We even share some basic instinctual quantitative reasoning with distant nonmammalian relatives like birds. Indeed, work with some other species, including parrots, suggests they too can refine their quantitative thought if they are introduced to the cognitive power tools we call numbers.So, how did we ever invent "unnatural" numbers in the first place?The answer is, literally, at your fingertips. The bulk of the world’s language s use base-10, base-20 or base-5 number systems. That is, these smaller numbers are the basis of larger numbers. English is a base-10 or decimal language, as evidencedby words like 14 (“four” + “10”) and 31 (“three” x “10” + “one”).We speak a decimal language because an ancestral tongue, proto-Indo-European, was decimally based. Proto-Indo-European was decimally oriented because, as in so many cultures, our linguistic ancestors’ hands served as the gateway to realizations like “five fingers on this hand i s the same as five fingers on that hand.” Such transient thoughts were manifested into words and passed down across generations. This is why the word “five” in many languages is derived from the word for “hand.”Most number systems, then, are the by-product of two key factors: the human capacity for language and our propensity for focusing on our hands and fingers. This manual fixation —an indirect by-product of walking upright on two legs — has helped yield numbers in most cultures, but not all.Cultures without numbers also offer insight into the cognitive influence of particular numeric traditions. Consider what time it is. Your day is ruled by minutes and seconds, but these entities are not real in any physical sense and are nonexistent to numberless people. Minutes and seconds are the verbal and written vestiges of an uncommon base-60 number system used in Mesopotamia millennia ago. They reside in our minds, numerical artifacts that not all humans inherit conceptually.Research on the language of numbers shows, more and more, that one of our species’ key characteristics is tremendous linguistic and cognitive diversity. While there are undoubtedly cognitive commonalities across all human populations, our radically varied cultures foster profoundly different cognitiveexperiences. If we are to truly understand how much our cognitive lives differ cross-culturally, we must continually sound the depths of our species’ linguistic diversity.36. [E] It is worth stressing that these anumeric people are cognitively (在认知方面)normal, well-adapted to the surroundings they have dominated for centuries.37. [H] Compared with other mammals, our numerical instincts are not as remarkable as many assume.38. [E] It is worth stressing that these anumeric people are cognitively(在认知方面)normal, well-adapted to the surroundings they have dominated for centuries.39. [B] But, in a historical sense, number-conscious people like us are the unusual ones.40. [K] Research on the language of numbers shows, more and more, that one of our species’ key characteristics is tremendous linguistic(语言的) and cognitive diversity.41. [D] This and many other experiments have led to a simple conclusion: When people do not have number words, they struggle to make quantitative distinctions that probably seem natural to someone like you or me.42. [G] None of us, then, is really a “numbers person.” We are not born to handle quantitative distinctions skillfully.43. [A] Numbers do not exist in all cultures.44. [I] So, how did we ever invent “unnatural” nu mbers in the first place? The answer is, literally, at your fingertips.45. [F] This conclusion is echoed by work with anumeric children in industrialized societies.Section CDirections: There are 2 passages in this section. Each passage is followed by some questions or unfinished statements. For eachof them there are four choices marked A), B), C) and D). You should decide on the best choice and mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 2 with a single line through the centre.Passage OneQuestions 46 to 50 are based on the following passage.Educators and business leaders have more in common than it may seem. Teachers want to prepare students for a successful future. Technology companies, like AT&T, have a vested interest in developing a workforce with the STEM skills needed to grow the company and advance the industry. How can they work together to achieve these goals? Play may the answer.We’ve assumed that focusing on STEM skills, like robotics or coding, are important, but the reality is that STEM skills are enhanced and more relevant when combined with traditional, hands-on creative activities. This combination is proving to be the best way to prepare today’s children to be the makers and builders of tomorrow. That is why technology companies are partnering with educators to bring back good, old fashion play. Some examples include Google’s new Making & Science initiative, Time Warner Cable’s Earth Day Cardboard Challenge, and AT&T’s and Imagination Foundation’s Inventors Challenge.In fact many experts argue that the most important 21st century skills aren’t related to specific technologies or subject matter, but to creativity; skills like imagination, problem-finding and problem-solving, teamwork, optimism, patience and the ability to experiment and take risks. These are skills acquired when kids tinker. According to Dr. Stuart Brown, founder of National Institute for Play, “High-tech industries such as NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory have found that their best。