大学英语六级162及答案解析.doc

1、大学英语六级 162及答案解析(总分：448.04，做题时间：132 分钟)一、Part I Writing (3(总题数：1，分数：30.00)1.For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write a letteron behalf of the Students Union and the Academic Lectures Associationto invite a visiting foreign professor, David, to deliver a presentation to the students in your

2、university. You are NOT allowed to include the name of your university in this letter. You should write at least 150 words following the outline given below. 1对这位知名的外籍教授的到来表示欢迎 2表达希望该教授就某个话题在学校进行讲座的希望和对讲座的一些基本设想 3希望教授可以接受邀请，并对教授的宝贵时间表示感谢 （分数：30.00）_二、Part II Reading C(总题数：1，分数：71.00)Thinking of Livi

3、ng Off-Campus? Look Before You Lease Getting an off-campus apartment (if your college allows it) is an appealing option for many college students. However, living outside of the university system has its advantages and disadvantages, freedoms and responsibilities. Its important to get all the facts

4、before you sign that first lease (租约). Living Off-Campus: PROS and CONS The first thing to do before deciding to live off-campus is to consider how you live and study. Apartment or house living will involve some trade-offs. For example, the money you save by sharing an apartment might be balanced ou

5、t by the extra money you spend commuting to campus. Here are some things to consider: PROS -Living off-campus can be cheaper than university housing. -Youll probably have more independence, freedom, privacy, and space. -Private apartments are usually quieter and have fewer distractions, and therefor

6、e, are better for studying. -Having a rental history will make it easier to get a place after you graduate. Plus, youll have “real world“ experience. -You can make your own meals. -No more shared bathrooms (or at least not shared by as many). CONS -Living off-campus can actually be more expensive. Y

7、ouve got security deposit (押金), first and last months rent, utilities, furniture, furnishings, appliances, cleaning supplies, groceries, transportation, etc. -Youre on your own for Internet and cable TV connections. -Youll have chores (家务事): renters usually spend more time grocery-shopping, preparin

8、g meals, cleaning, and commuting than dorm dwellers. -You may be more isolated from campus and other students. -Youll probably have more responsibilities and liabilities (债务，负担). -For year-long leases, you may need to find someone to sublet (转租) your place during the summer. Think about whats import

9、ant to you and put together your own pros and cons list. You might also want to do a side-by-side comparison of all of the expenses involved with living on-vs. off-campus. Hunting for Housing Finding housing that matches your needs will require much patience and persistence. The good news is that yo

10、u have plenty of resources at your fingertips to help you search: Where to Find Listings Your Colleges Off-Campus Housing Office Go to your colleges off-campus housing office where you can get housing, landlord, management company, and roommate listings. Note: most off-campus housing offices do not

11、inspect the housing options they list that is the responsibility of the potential tenants (房客). The office could also give you advice about topics such as: the best time to conduct your search, what to do if you encounter discrimination in your housing search, and how to resolve differences with you

12、r landlord or fellow tenants. Real Estate Agents If you dont have the time to seek out and deal with landlords directly, a real estate agent can be a real convenience. Be aware that the fees can be considerable (a months rent or more). Your colleges off-campus housing office may have arrangements wi

13、th local real estate agents for reduced fees for students. Search the Web Use a search engine to find online real estate listings in the vicinity (附近) of your college. Here are some national listings you can use to help get a feel for the process: ApartmentG A H Yahoo! Real Estate Neighborhood Listi

14、ngs Students or landlords will often put out signs in the neighborhoods surrounding campus. Also check local newspapers, bulletin boards, and apartment guides. Search Tips Expect plenty of competition for choice apartments before the semester begins. The better prepared you are, the better your chan

15、ces of landing the apartment you want. -Start your search as early as possible up to four weeks before the start of the semester. While youre looking, consider staying with friends or family, or in a hotel or short-term residence. -Be prepared to put a deposit down on the spot (make sure to get a re

16、ceipt). -You and your guarantor (保证人) should be ready to provide the following documentation: last years tax return, recent pay stubs (存根), personal and business references, contact information for previous landlords, and photo identification. Signing a Lease A lease is a binding, legal contract bet

17、ween you and your landlord. It outlines the rights and responsibilities of both parties. Its essential that you and your parents read it carefully and understand and agree to everything before signing. Staff at your colleges off-campus housing office may also be able to review your lease and give yo

18、u advice. Get It in Writing Dont be afraid to negotiate any part of the lease with your landlord. Remember, your landlord is only obligated to provide services explicitly stated in your lease and under the housing laws. So if you want it get it in writing. Here are some additional lease tips to reme

19、mber: -Pay special attention to any riders (附文) attached to your lease, as these are just as binding as anything in your lease. -Make sure you understand the exact terms of renewing or terminating your lease, receiving your security deposit, subletting your apartment, etc. -If you are renting with a

20、 group of people, is everyone named in the lease? Can each tenant sign separate leases? -Do you understand what kinds of repairs your landlord are responsible for? Find out what types of improvements you are allowed to make. -If you have questions about rent guidelines, maintenance codes, or your ri

21、ghts and responsibilities, contact your state attorney generals office. Off-Campus Living Advice “My senior year I lived in an apartment off-campus, but made sure to stay on the campus meal plan. That way I still got to have marathon cafeteria (自助餐) meals with friends.“ “If you go the off-campus rou

22、te with roommates, be sure to set ground rules about bills, cleaning, privacy, all of that mundane (世俗的) stuff. Otherwise, small things like who used up the last roll of toilet paper can become ugly issues. I assumed everything would just work out, but that wasnt always the case.“ （分数：71.00）(1).Livi

23、ng outside the university has more advantages than disadvantages.（分数：7.10）A.YB.NC.NG(2).Private apartments are noisier and have more distractions.（分数：7.10）A.YB.NC.NG(3).If you live off-campus, you have to pay on your own for Internet and cable TV connections.（分数：7.10）A.YB.NC.NG(4).It is advisable to

24、 sign a lease with a lawyers presence.（分数：7.10）A.YB.NC.NG(5).It will require much_ to find housing that matches your needs.（分数：7.10）_(6).If you have questions about rent guidelines, maintenance codes, or your rights and responsibilities, contact your_.（分数：7.10）_(7).The author suggests that if you li

25、ve off-campus with roommates, be sure to set _about all of those mundane stuff.（分数：7.10）_(8).Your landlord is only obligated to provide services_ in your lease and_, _, _, _ under the housing laws.（分数：7.10）_(9).You have plenty of resources to find a off-campus housing, for example, you can_.（分数：7.10

26、）_(10).Staff at your colleges off-campus housing office may also be able to_ your lease and give you advice.（分数：7.10）_三、Listening Comprehens(总题数：1，分数：15.00)A.Dr. Smiths waiting room isnt tidy.B.Dr. Smith enjoys reading magazines.C.Dr. Smith has left a good impression on her.D.Dr. Smith may not be a

27、good choice.A.The man will rent the apartment when it is available.B.The man made a bargain with the landlady over the rent.C.The man insists on having a look at the apartment first.D.The man is not fully satisfied with the apartment.A.Packing up to go abroad.B.Brushing up on her English.C.Drawing u

28、p a plan for her English course.D.Applying for a visa to the United States.A.He is anxious to find a cure for his high blood pressure.B.He doesnt think high blood pressure is a problem for him.C.He was not aware of his illness until diagnosed with it.D.He did not take the symptoms of his illness ser

29、iously.A.To investigate the causes of AIDS.B.To raise money for AIDS patients.C.To rally support for AIDS victims in Africa.D.To draw attention to the spread of AIDS in Asia.A.It has a very long history.B.It is a private institution.C.It was founded by Thomas Jefferson.D.It stresses the comprehensiv

30、e study of nature.A.They cant fit into the machine.B.They have not been delivered yet.C.They were sent to the wrong address.D.They were found to be of the wrong type.A.The food served in the cafeteria usually lacks variety.B.The cafeteria sometimes provides rare food for the students.C.The students

31、find the service in the cafeteria satisfactory.D.The cafeteria tries hard to cater to the students needs.四、Section A(总题数：2，分数：10.00)A.A new fuel for buses.B.The causes of air pollution.C.A way to improve fuel efficiency in buses.D.Careers in environmental engineering.A.Her car is being repaired.B.Sh

32、e wants to help reduce pollution.C.Parking is difficult in the city.D.The cost of fuel has increased.A.A fuel that burns cleanly.B.An oil additive that helps cool engines.C.A material from which filters are made.D.An insulating material sprayed on engine parts.A.The high temperatures required for it

33、s use.B.The high cost of materials used in its production.C.The lack of trained environmental engineers.D.The opposition of automobile manufacturers.A.Cheese burger.B.Fries.C.Coke.D.Diet Pepsi.A.$1.53.B.$15.3.C.$5.3.D.$3.5.A.A hotel.B.A supermarket.C.A city store.D.A fast food restaurant.五、Section B

34、(总题数：3，分数：30.00)A.He is a commercial diver.B.He is an independent photographer.C.He is a camera manufacturer.D.Both A and B.A.Michael has been diving for nine years.B.Michael dives on holidays with his parents.C.Michael loves diving ever since he first tried it.D.Michael has never taken any diving c

35、ourses.A.Taking pictures under water.B.Connecting pipelines.C.Planting sea weeds.D.Placing explosives under the water.A.Because he was never afraid of anything.B.Because he was protected by a special medium.C.Because he had enough experience.D.Because it was his job.A.A typhoid carrier.B.A cooker.C.

36、A patient.D.A medico.A.Mary Mallon died in hospital.B.Mary Mallon did not pass on typhoid.C.Food cleanliness is important to our health.D.Food can pass on all kinds of diseases.A.Many people in New York suffered from typhoid in the 1910s.B.Mary Mallon changed her name to avoid spreading typhoid.C.Ma

37、ry carried the disease but she herself was in good health.D.Mary was afraid of being jobless.A.The differences between sheep and cattle breeding.B.Living conditions in the colony of Massachusetts.C.Food shortages in the early 1800s.D.Livestock raising on early American farms.A.They were imported fro

38、m European countries.B.They migrated from distant colonies.C.They were domesticated from local wild breeds.D.They were the result of a careful breeding program.A.Planting crops.B.Building houses.C.Clearing new land.D.Caring for animals.A.Traded them with neighboring families.B.Sold them to people in

39、 cities and town.C.Kept themselves fed and clothed.D.Nourished their crops and livestock.六、Section C(总题数：1，分数：10.00)A fire is always exciting and dangerous. People crowd around to watch the smoke, the flames, and the fire fighters, who risk their lives to save others lives. Fire fighters are in dang

40、er of burns and smoke injuries. (36) 1, they save thousands of lives and (37) 2 of dollars of property every year. Fighting fires is not just risky. It is also very (38) 3. Fire fighters do their jobs in rain or shine, (39) 4its 100 F or 20 F below zero. At a fire, they carry heavy gear up and down

41、stairs or ladders. They search for (40) 5people. They hack holes in the roof to (41) 6smoke and gas. They hold hoses on the fire. The hoses are heavy, and the water in them shoots out under great (42) 7 . In fact, it usually takes two fire fighters to hold one hose. Fire fighters also have many othe

42、r duties. Sometimes they have to give first aid, and their (43) 8must be kept in order. They must visit factories and public buildings to check fire dangers. (44) 9. Fighting fires is an important job. That means there will always be jobs for fire fighters. However, the number of jobs available and

43、the rate of pay depend upon the budget. (45) 10. A person has to pass certain tests in order to be hired as a fire fighter. Among these are tests of intelligence and strength. (46) 11. Applicants must also be at least 18 years old. After they are hired, new fire fighters spend a few weeks in a train

44、ing school. They are assigned to a fire company. （分数：10.00）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:_填空项 1:_填空项 1:_填空项 1:_填空项 1:_七、Reading Comprehensio(总题数：2，分数：177.00)The promise of finding long-term technological solutions to the problem of world food shortages seems difficult to fulfill. M

45、any innovations that were once heavily supported and publicized, such as fish-protein concentrates, have since fallen by the wayside. The proposals themselves were technically feasible, but they proved to be economically unfeasible and yielded food products culturally unacceptable to their consumers

46、. Recent innovations such as opaque-2-maize, Antarctic krill (磷虾群), seem more promising, but it is still too early to predict their ultimate fate. One characteristic common to unsuccessful food innovations has been that, even with extensive government support, they often have not been technologically adapted or culturally acceptable to the people for whom they had been developed. A successful new technology, there fore, must fit the entire socio-cultural system in whi