公共英语二级-115及答案解析.doc

1、公共英语二级-115 及答案解析(总分：95.02，做题时间：90 分钟)一、B第一部分 听力理解/B(总题数：1，分数：5.00)B第一节/B听下面五段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有十秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话只读一遍。（分数：5.00）(1).Where does this conversation most probably take place?（分数：1.00）A.A On a plane. B.B In a hospital. C.C In an office.(2).What is the w

2、oman in the conversation?（分数：1.00）A.A A doctor in a hospital. B.B An official in Customs House. C.C A traveler from France.(3).Why is the book popular?（分数：1.00）A.A Readers cant forget the hero. B.B The hero gave up his life. C.C The author wrote wonderfully.(4).What may be the reason for Simpsons qu

3、itting his job? A Hes not satisfied with his salary. B He didnt enjoy the job. C He used to enjoy it, but now he doesnt.（分数：1.00）A.B.C.(5).What does Mr Wang want to do?（分数：1.00）A.A Work as a vice president. B.B Make appointments with teachers. C.C Teach students.二、B第二节/B(总题数：5，分数：15.00)听下面五段对话或独白。每段

4、对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前，你将有五秒钟的时间阅读各个小题；听完后，各小题将给出五秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。（分数：2.00）(1).What happened to Thomas?（分数：1.00）A.A He was absent from class. B.B He caught a cold. C.C He went to the hospital.(2).What does the woman suggest?（分数：1.00）A.A Go to see Thomas. B.B Give him a call.

5、 C.C Tell him to be careful.（分数：2.00）(1).What did the man order?（分数：1.00）A.A Steak. B.B Beef. C.C Sauce.(2).Why didnt the man want the dish?（分数：1.00）A.A Its not what he liked. B.B Its not what he ordered. C.C Its rarely baked.（分数：3.00）(1).What does the man often do in his spare time?（分数：1.00）A.A Bea

6、ding. B.B Playing football. C.C Listening to radios.(2).Why does the man enjoy reading biographies? A Its instructive in them. B Its helpful to learn other peoples lives. C Its full of insights and information.（分数：1.00）A.B.C.(3).What sports does the man enjoy on holidays?（分数：1.00）A.A Play table tenn

7、is. B.B Go fishing. C.C Go mountain climbing.（分数：4.00）(1).What is the probable relationship between the two speakers?（分数：1.00）A.A Mother and son. B.B Doctor and patient. C.C Teacher and student.(2).What does the man say he can do on the computer?（分数：1.00）A.A Writing articles. B.B Looking for informa

8、tion. C.C Sending messages.(3).What does the woman think of all those games?（分数：1.00）A.A Wasting time. B.B Stupid deeds. C.C Healthier activities.(4).What does the woman suggest the man to do?（分数：1.00）A.A Play chess. B.B Go to the park. C.C Stay at home.（分数：4.00）(1).How long has Dan learnt English?（

9、分数：1.00）A.A 4 months. B.B 5 years. C.C 6 years.(2).What strikes you as to Dans method of studying English?（分数：1.00）A.A His memory is unbelievable. B.B His progress is very quick. C.C His vocabulary is so large.(3).How did Dan learn English in his home country? A He learnt it with the help of an outs

10、tanding teacher. B He mastered English from early childhood. C He studied by himself and while working.（分数：1.00）A.B.C.(4).Which describes Dans lecture in Bournemouth, Dorset, England? A Hard to catch up with. BI A great failure. C Very successful.（分数：1.00）A.B.C.三、B第二部分 英语知识运用/B(总题数：15，分数：15.00)1.He

11、is accustomed _ late on weekends for he has the habit of working at night.（分数：1.00）A.to sit upB.to sitting upC.at sitting upD.for sitting up2.In reorganizing the curriculum in the late 1800s, Elizabeth Mead laid the foundation _ the modern college rests.（分数：1.00）A.is whichB.on whichC.which is onD.on

12、 it3.The old lady looks best in _ of that color.（分数：1.00）A.dressingB.a dressC.dressD.the dress4.Abraham was a person who loved to read. He had lo study and learn _.（分数：1.00）A.on his ownB.of his ownC.by his ownD.at his own5.I thought your mother _ like something interesting to listen to, so I have br

13、ought her some newly-released records.（分数：1.00）A.mayB.couldC.mustD.might6.What was _ about the way Mr. Els students and Miss Joan reacted to the blue jeans?（分数：1.00）A.caseB.the caseC.sameD.the same7.Who came to their rescue when they _ get different haircuts?（分数：1.00）A.are about toB.had toC.had bett

14、erD.were supposed to8.The class walked down the long hallway to the gym with Mr. Smith _ of the line.（分数：1.00）A.in endB.at endC.at the endD.in the end9.In this modem era, we dont need to go to the library to search for information _ we must decades ago.（分数：1.00）A.likeB.forC.sinceD.as10.Two men took

15、the parcel _ the plane and carried it into the Customs House.（分数：1.00）A.outB.offC.awayD.into11.All that _ is not gold.（分数：1.00）A.glitterB.glittersC.glitteringD.glittered12.One reason that reform is called _ is that it costs so much to run _ political office.（分数：1.00）A.on . atB.for . forC.at . forD.o

16、ff, with13.Why is there _ traffic on the streets in January than in July?（分数：1.00）A.lessB.fewerC.fewD.little14.She had expected them to be indifferent to _ grown-up topics _ taxes and social security.（分数：1.00）A.such . asB.the same . withC.such . likeD.same . like15.You must have missed the meeting t

17、he other day, _ you?（分数：1.00）A.mustntB.haventC.needntD.didnt四、B第二节 完型填空/B(总题数：1，分数：20.00)阅读下面短文，从短文后所给各题的四个选项(A、B、C和D)中选出能填入相应空白处的最佳选项。Some students at the Open University left school 20 years ago. U(36) /Uare younger but all must be at least 21 years old. This is one example ofU (37) /Uthe Open Uni

18、versity is differentU (38) /Uall the others. Its students mustU (39) /Uwork fulltime or be at home all day. They do not have toU (40) /Uany examinations before they areU (41) /U. This is why the university is called “open“. It was startedU (42) /Uorder to help people whoU (43) /Uhaving a university

19、education when they were young. The first nameU (44) /Uthe open university was “the University of the Air“. The idea was to teachU (45) /Uthe air, in otherU (46) /U, on radios and the television. U(47) /Uof the teaching is done like this. The student also receivesU (48) /Uat one of 283 study centers

20、 in the country. He must alsoU (49) /Uthree weeks every summer as aU (50) /Ustudent. Tutors and studentsU (51) /Uand study together, U(52) /Uin other universities. At the end of the Open Universitys first year, theU (53) /Uwere good; threeU (54) /Uof four students passed their examinations. U(55) /U

21、they do this every year, they will finish their studies in four or five years.（分数：20.00）A.OthersB.SomeC.AllD.BothA.howB.whyC.whatD.whichA.inB.fromC.ofD.atA.bothB.allC.eitherD.neitherA.checkB.enterC.passD.goA.employedB.acceptedC.examinedD.registeredA.byB.throughC.atD.inA.enjoyedB.stoppedC.finishedD.m

22、issedA.toB.withC.forD.byA.throughB.onC.byD.inA.phraseB.wayC.wordsD.meansA.MostB.AllC.ManyD.MuchA.assignmentsB.helpC.materialsD.adviceA.payB.spareC.takeD.spendA.full-timeB.part-timeC.fee-payingD.serf-taughtA.gatherB.meetC.groupD.talkA.unlikeB.asC.whenD.sinceA.resultsB.examsC.atmosphereD.homeworkA.ins

23、teadB.becauseC.outD.withoutA.AfterB.WhenC.ThoughD.If五、B第三部分 阅读理解/B(总题数：5，分数：20.00)阅读下列短文，从每题所给的四个选项(A、B、C和D)中选出最佳选项。BA/BTo make the play dough recipe you will mix all ingredients in a saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring until stiff. Allow the mixture to cool, then knead the dough by rolling it

24、 hard and squeezing it in your bands. The play dough must be stored in a zip lock bag until you use it or it will dry out and become hard.To make the ornaments you will need Christmas cookie cutters in all different shapes. Roll out the play dough and cut the dough with the cookie cutters. Place a h

25、ole at the top of the shape for a hanger to go through.You can use pretty ribbon, yarn, or siring to pull through the hole for the hanger. These are nice gifts to give to your teachers, parents, and friends at Christmas time to bang on their Christmas trees and they are so special because they were

26、made by you!（分数：3.00）(1).The word “knead“ (Line 2, Para. 1) most probably means（分数：1.00）A.to press hardB.to stir slightlyC.to twist back and forthD.to bake in a pan(2).Why must you use a bag to keep the dough in?（分数：1.00）A.So it will not dry out.B.To keep it dry.C.To keep it pretty.D.To use ribbon.(

27、3).What is the LAST thing you will do with the ornaments?（分数：1.00）A.Knead the dough.B.Cook in a saucepan.C.Cut out the shapes.D.Place a hole.BB/BColoring is not my favorite thing to do, thought Jon. Mrs. Johnson had passed out a picture of a lion to color for the class animal report.“I want to draw

28、something, not color in something somebody else drew,“ Jan whispered to himself. Jon was a good artist. Ever since he was able to hold a pencil, he had been drawing whatever he saw. In art class, the kids would stand behind Jon, watching the magical motions he made with his pencil. Jon was able to i

29、magine the whole picture before he started to draw. Sometimes he would start with a very small detail, and then develop the rest of the drawing.Mrs. Johnsons class was studying animals. Each student had to do a report on an animal and color a picture. Most of the kids enjoyed this, and they were hap

30、pily picking their brown and yellow crayons for the lions mane. Perhaps I can do a zebra, thought Jon. Thats what I would rather do. I can do the lion later. He turned his paper over and started to draw the fine outline of the zebras body, adding more and more detail until the picture was done.Mrs.

31、Johnson was walking around the room. Jon heard her footsteps get closer to his desk and then stop. He slowly looked up at her, expecting a disapproving look. Jon usually followed directions. He had an uneasy feeling as she glanced at his paper.“Jon, what is this?“ inquired Mrs. Johnson:“Its a pictur

32、e of a zebra,“ Jon answered faintly.Jon was trying to think of what to tell his teacher. His thoughts were interrupted.“Class, please stop what you are doing,“ said Mrs. Johnson as she picked up Jons paper. Jon slowly slid down in his seat. He was worried. She is going to tell the whole class I didn

33、t follow directions, thought Jon.“Jon has a very interesting picture he has drawn,“ Mrs. Johnson told the class, with excitement in her voice. “It is of a zebra.“To Jon, she said, “Jon, I had no idea you were such a great artist. This is wonderful!“Jon let out a big sigh of relief as he watched Mrs.

34、 Johnson hang the picture of the zebra on the wall. It looked like he wasnt in trouble, after all.（分数：5.00）(1).Which of the following statements is true?（分数：1.00）A.Jon prefers drawing to coloring pictures.B.Mrs. Johnson teaches drawing lessons.C.Jon doesnt always follow teachers directions.D.Nobody

35、enjoys coloring the pictures.(2).Why was Jon nervous when Mrs. Johnson saw his picture?（分数：1.00）A.He was nervous his teacher didnt like his drawing.B.He was afraid of being told to color the drawing.C.He thought his teacher would interrupt him.D.He didnt follow his teachers directions.(3).Why wasnt

36、Mrs. Johnson upset with Jan for drawing a picture instead of coloring?（分数：1.00）A.She thought Jans drawing was acceptable.B.She felt her duty was to encourage pupils.C.She liked his drawing very much.D.She found Jon was good at drawing.(4).What did Jon feel after he heard the praise by his teacher?（分

37、数：1.00）A.He was overjoyed.B.He felt greatly relieved.C.He felt so wonderful.D.He was so uneasy.(5).From the story, we know that Jon is _.（分数：1.00）A.a poor pupil in schoolB.always doing what he likesC.very creative in his studyD.a good listener in classBC/BElvis Aaron Presley was a well-known singer

38、and film star. He began his career in 1953 when he made his first record as a birthday gift for his mother. His first hit record was “Heartbreak Hotel“ which he recorded in 1956. He made rock and roll music more popular than any other performer. As many as fifty-six of his single records were hits.

39、He began making movies in the 1960s and some of his movies were “Jailhouse Rock, GI Blues, and Blue Hawaii“.Presley was an unforgettable performer. He wore dazzling white suits with jewel studded lapels. Some of his later recordings had themes and melodies that made them popular with adults as well

40、as younger listeners. Presleys life ended in 1977 after suffering a heart attack at the age of 42. Presley will be remembered for his rock and roll music and his elaborate costumes.（分数：4.00）(1).Which of the following is NOT true?（分数：1.00）A.Presley is known for his elaborate costumes.B.Presley made r

41、ock and roll popular.C.Presley died in 1935.D.Presley recorded many songs and made movies.(2).Presley began his career when _.（分数：1.00）A.he moved to Los AngelesB.he recorded a song for his Mothers birthdayC.he starred in several moviesD.he entertained at Walt Disney World(3).Presley will be remember

42、ed for _.（分数：1.00）A.making his first record in 1956B.making rock and roll music popularC.his guitar performancesD.his funny voice(4).Which of the following is an OPINION?（分数：1.00）A.Presley wore white costumes with jeweled lapels.B.Presley began making movies in the 1960s.C.Presley was one of the gre

43、atest performers of all times.D.Presley was a unique music performer.BD/BThe first Olympic Games were held in 776 BC. They began as a religious festival and were held every four years. They were held in a valley of Ancient Greece called Olympia. Athletes came to Olympia to train full time for ten mo

44、nths prior to the Olympics. They had to undergo an examination of a ten-member panel who assessed them on their character and physical ability. Women were not allowed to participate in these early Olympic games and could not attend tile games. At the first games in 776 BC, the only event held was a

45、foot race and was the length of the stadium. Later, a chariot race was added and was one of the most exciting events of these Olympics. The race was nine miles long. The prize for the victors of these early Olympics was a simple olive tree branch. Today, the Olympics are one of the most exciting eve

46、nts televised. People from all over the world watch to see the athletes from their countries compete in over twenty-eight events.（分数：4.00）(1).In the first Olympic Games, when would athletes go to Olympia?（分数：1.00）A.A few weeks before the Games.B.Ten months before the Olympics.C.On the opening day of

47、 the Games.D.After their health was checked.(2).What does the word “assess“ (Line 4) most probably mean?（分数：1.00）A.examine.B.ask.C.prove.D.train.(3).Which of the following statements is true?（分数：1.00）A.Women were not allowed to see the Games.B.Chariot race was the first event in the Olympics.C.The G

48、ames used to have only two events.D.The foot race was nine miles long.(4).According to the text, the Olympic Games today probably has _.（分数：1.00）A.25 eventsB.20 eventsC.31 eventsD.28 eventsBE/BBHoliday Inn Select/B (716) 2912837300 Third Street Discover the rich history of Western NYNiagara Falls, NY 14303(716) 2853361 BAquarium of Niagara/B