大学四级-640及答案解析.doc

1、大学四级-640 及答案解析(总分：703.00，做题时间：90 分钟)一、BPart Writing(总题数：1，分数：106.00)1.面对工作市场中的剧烈竞争，许多大学生选择去中国的西部体验义务教学 2大学生选择去西部义务教学的好处 3作为大学生，我的看法（分数：106.00）_二、BPart Reading (总题数：1，分数：70.00)Directions：For questions 1-7，choose the best answer from the four choices marked A)，B)，C)and D)For questions 8-10，complete th

2、e sentences with the information given in the passage Preparing for Computer DisastersFires，power surges，and floods，theyre all facts of life.We read about them in the morning paper and see them on the evening newsWe sympathize with the victims and commiserate over their bad luckWe also shake our hea

3、ds at the digital consequences-melted computers，system failures，destroyed data.Yet，somehow，many of us continue to live by that old mantra of denial：“It wont happen to me”Well，the truth is，at some point youll probably have to deal with at least one disasterThats just how it goes，and in most aspects o

4、f our lives we do something about itWe buy insuranceWe stow away provisionsWe even make disaster plans and run drillsBut for some reason，computer disaster recovery is a blind spot for many of usIt shouldnt beHome computers contain some of our most important information，both business and personal，and

5、 making certain our data survives a disaster should be a priorityMoreover，even the smallest disaster can be a serious disruptionPersonal computers have become an integral part of the smooth-running household. We use them to communicate, shop, and do homework, and theyre even more vital to home offic

6、e users. When home office computers go down, many small businesses grind to a halt. Fortunately, taking steps to recover from disasters and minimize their effects is quite straightforward. With a good offsite storage plan and the right tools, you can bounce back quickly and easily from minor compute

7、r disasters. And, should a major calamity strike, you can rest assured your data is safe.Offsite Storage: Major DisastersHouse fires and floods are among the most devastating causes of personal computer destruction. Thats why a solid offsite backup and recovery plan is essential. Although many home

8、users faithfully back up their hard drives, many would still lose all their data should their houses flood or burn. Thats because they keep their backups in relatively close to their computers. Their backup disks might not be in the same room as their computers-tucked away in a closet or even the ga

9、rage-but theyre not nearly far enough away should a serious disaster strike. So, its important to back up your system to a removable medium and to store it elsewhere.There are many ways to approach offsite storage. It starts with choice of backup tools and storage medium. Disaster situations are str

10、essful, and your recovery tools shouldnt add to that stress. They must be dependable and intuitive, making it easy to schedule regular backups and to retrieve files in a pinch. They must also be compatible with your choice of backup medium. Depending on your tools, you can back up to a variety of du

11、rable disk types-from CDs to Jaz drives to remote network servers. Although many of these storage media have high capacity, a backup tool with compression capabilities is a big plus, eliminating the inconvenience of multiple disks or large uploads.Once you select your tools and a suitable medium, yo

12、u need to find a remote place to store your backups. The options are endless. However, no matter where you choose, be sure the site is secure, easily accessible, and a good distance away from your home. You may also want to consider using an Internet-based backup service. More and more service provi

13、ders are offering storage space on their servers, and uploading files to a remote location has become an attractive alternative to conventional offsite storage. Of course, before using one of these services, make certain you completely trust the service provider and its security methods. Whatever yo

14、u do, schedule backups regularly and store them far away from your home.Come What May: Handling the Garden Variety Computer CrisisNot all home computer damage results from physical disaster. Many less menacing problems can also hobble your PC or destroy your information. Systems crash, kids “rearran

15、ge“ data, adults inadvertently delete files. Although these events might not seem calamitous, they can have serious implications. So, once again, its important to be prepared. As with physical disasters, regular backups are essential. However, some of these smaller issues require a response thats mo

16、re nuanced than wholesale backup and restoration. To deal with less-than-total disaster, your tool set must be both powerful and agile.For example, when a small number of files are compromised, you may want to retrieve those files alone. Meanwhile, if just your settings are affected， youll want a si

17、mple way to roll back to your preferred setup. Yet, should your operating system fail, youll need a way to boot your computer and perform large-scale recovery. Computer crises come in all shapes and sizes, and your backup and recovery tools must be flexible enough to meet each challenge.The Right To

18、ols for the Right Job: Gearing up for DisasterWhen disaster strikes, the quality of your backup tools can make the difference between utter frustration and peace of mind. Symantec understands this and offers a range of top quality backup and recovery solutions. Norton GoBack is the perfect tool for

19、random system crashes, failed installations, and inadvertent deletions. With this powerful and convenient solution, its simple to retrieve overwritten files or to bring your system back to its pre-crash state. Norton Ghost is a time-tested home office solution. Equipped to handle full-scale backups,

20、 its also handy for cloning hard drives and facilitating system upgrades. A favorite choice for IT professionals, its the ideal tool for the burgeoning home office. You can buy Norton Ghost and Norton GoBack separately.or get them both when you purchase Norton System Works.Lifes disasters, large and

21、 small, often catch us by surprise. However, with a little planning and the right tools, you can reduce those disasters to bumps in the road. So, dont wait another day. Buy a good set of disaster recovery tools, set up an automatic backup schedule, and perform a dry run every now and again. Then, re

22、st easy.（分数：70.00）(1).You should_so as to minimize the effects of computer disasters.（分数：7.00）A.take steps to recover from themB.call the computer companyC.buy insuranceD.stow away provision(2).For some reason, computer disaster recovery is_by many of us。（分数：7.00）A.never ignoredB.always ignoredC.ach

23、ievedD.stimulated(3).You can bounce back quickly and easily from minor computer disasters with the help of_.（分数：7.00）A.making disaster plans and running drillsB.a good offsite storage planC.the right toolsD.both B and C(4)._among the most devastating causes of personal computer destruction.（分数：7.00）

24、A.Thunderbolt isB.House fires and floods areC.Power surges areD.Kids rearranging data is(5).Its necessary for us to back up our systems to_.（分数：7.00）A.hard drive of the computerB.CDs and put them in deskC.some transferable medium and put it somewhere elseD.remote network servers with which you are n

25、ot familiar(6).You should_after selecting your tools and a suitable medium.（分数：7.00）A.find a distant place to store your backupsB.bounce back quicklyC.trust Internet-based backup serviceD.rest easy(7).According to the information we get in “Come What May: Handling the Garden Variety Computer Crisis”

26、 which of the following statements is not true?（分数：7.00）A.Systems crash can also hobble your PC.B.Kids “rearranging“ data may destroy your information.C.Adults inadvertently deleting files will lead to a information destruction.D.Only physical disaster can damage your computer.(8).The backup and re

27、covery tools must be_to deal with various computer crises.（分数：7.00）填空项 1:_(9).The quality of your backup tools determines whether you are frustrated or_ when disaster strikes.（分数：7.00）填空项 1:_(10).You should prepare for your computer disasters_.（分数：7.00）填空项 1:_三、BPart Listenin(总题数：3，分数：105.00)BSectio

28、n A/BDirections:In this section, you will hear 8 short conversations and 2 long conversations. At the end of each conversation, one or more questions will be asked about what was said. Both the conversation and the questions will be spoken only once. After each question there will be a pause. During

29、 the pause, you must read the four choices marked A) ,B) ,C) and D),and decide which is the best answer. （分数：56.00）A.She knows the guy who will give the lecture.B.She thinks the lecture might be informative.C.She wants to add something to her lecture.D.Shell finish her report this weekend.A.An art m

30、useum.B.A beautiful park.C.A college campus.D.An architectural exhibition.A.The houses for sale are of poor quality.B.The houses are too expensive for the couple to buy.C.The housing developers provide free trips for potential buyers.D.The man is unwilling to take a look at the houses for sale.A.Tal

31、king about sports.B.Writing up local news.C.Reading newspapers.D.Putting up advertisements.A.She sold all her furniture before she moved house.B.She still keeps some old furniture in her new house.C.She plans to put all her old furniture in the basement.D.She bought a new set of furniture from Italy

32、 last month.A.He is taking care of his twin brother.B.He is worried about Rods health.C.He has been feeling ill all week.D.He has been in perfect condition.A.Have a short break.B.Take two weeks off.C.Continue her work outdoors.D.Go on vacation with the man.A.Teaching her son by herself.B.Having conf

33、idence in her son.C.Asking the teacher for extra help.D.Telling her son not to worry.Questions 19 to 21 are based on the conversation you have just heard.（分数：21.00）A.At a music store.B.At the post office.C.On the Internet.D.At a German party.A.Shake her hand.B.Give her a friendly hug.C.Take her some

34、 flowers.D.Call her Claudia.A.Brush up on his German.B.Buy souvenirs for Claudias family.C.Visit Berlin during his visit.D.Call on Claudias relatives.Questions 22 to 25 are based on the conversation you have just heard.（分数：28.00）A.Pay the entrance fee.B.Take off your shoes.C.Put your clothes in a lo

35、cker.D.Show your ID card.A.The entrance fee was expensive.B.People sit down when they bath.C.The attendant could see him undressing.D.People socialize with their neighbors.A.A swimming suit.B.Shorts.C.Nothing.D.Bathrobe.A.Watch videos.B.Drink something, like tea.C.Play Japanese chess with friends.D.

36、Enjoy some delicious foods.四、BSection B/B(总题数：3，分数：70.00)Directions: 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

37、the four choices marked A), B), C) and D).Passage OneQuestions 26 to 28 are based on the passage you have just heard.（分数：21.00）A.Social challenge.B.Physical challenge.C.Economic challenge.D.Intellectual challenge.A.People jump higher.B.Egyptians built pyramids.C.Scientists explore the space.D.Da Vin

38、ci made plans for transportation.A.They ignore them.B.They are afraid of them.C.They accept and enjoy them.D.They are indifferent to them.Passage TwoQuestions 29 to 32 are based on the passage you have just heard.（分数：28.00）A.The good points of the federal system.B.How power is divided under the fede

39、ral system.C.The difference between the central government and the states.D.The different functions of the central government and the states.A.Printing money.B.Limiting state taxes.C.Making treaties with foreign countries.D.Passing laws affecting trade between the states.A.All the states have respec

40、tive powers.B.The central government and the states share the same powers.C.The powers of the country are fairly divided up between states.D.It is the Constitution that specifies the power for the central government and the states.A.The central government cannot be too powerful.B.Bigger states have

41、more power than smaller ones.C.The central government can put a limit on state taxes.D.The states and the central government have the same powers.Passage ThreeQuestions 33 to 35 are based on the passage you have just heard.（分数：21.00）A.The games shouldnt be held in Salt Lake City.B.The games have met

42、 their environmental goals.C.The games did little to protect the environment.D.The games have caused lasting damages to the area.A.Sports competitionB.Cultural exchangeC.Economic developmentD.Environmental protectionA.Building ski jumps farther away from the city.B.Developing better public transport

43、ation in the city.C.Planting more trees around the fields.D.Promoting the use of cleaner energy.五、BSection C/B(总题数：1，分数：77.00)Directions: In this section, you will hear a passage three times. When the passage is read for the first time, you should listen carefully for its general idea. When the pass

44、age is read for the second time, you are required to fill in the blanks numbered from 36 to 43 with the exact words you have just heard. For blanks numbered from 44 to 46 you are required to fill in the missing information. For these blanks, you can either use the exact words you have just heard or

45、write down the main points in your own words. Finally, when the passage is read for the third time, you should check what you have written.In a competitive economy, the consumer usually has the choice of several different brands of the same product. Yet underneath their labels, the products are ofte

46、n nearlyU (36) /U. One manufacturers toothpaste tends to differ very little from another manufactures. Thus, manufacturers areU (37) /Uwith a problem-how to keep sales high enough to stay in business. Manufacturers solve this problem byU (38) /UThey try toU (39) /Uconsumers in various ways. In fact,

47、 advertisements may beU (40) /Uinto two types according to the kind of appeals they use.One type of advertisement tries to appeal to the consumers reasoning mind. It may offer aU (41) /Uthat seems scientific. For example it may say that the dentistsU (42) /Uflash toothpaste. In selling a product, th

48、e truth of the advertising may be less important than the appearance of truth. A scientificU (43) /Ugives the appearance of truth.Another type of advertisement tries to amuse the potential buyer. U(44) /U.One way of doing this is to make the products appear alive. For example, U(45) /U. Ads of this sort are silly, but they also tend to be amusing. U(46) /U.（分数：77.00）(1).（分数：7.00）填空项 1:_填空项 1:_填空项 1:_填空项 1:_填空项 1:_填空项 1:_填空项 1:_