[外语类试卷]大学英语三级（B级）模拟试卷209及答案与解析.doc

1、大学英语三级（ B级）模拟试卷 209及答案与解析 Section A Directions: This section is to test your ability to give proper answers to questions. There are 5 recorded questions in it. After each question, there is a pause. The questions will be spoken two times. When you hear a question, you should decide on the correct an

2、swer from the 4 choices marked A, B, C and D. （ A） Its a nice day. （ B） Nice to meet you, too. （ C） I m glad to hear that. （ D） Happy New Year! （ A） Ive seen that. （ B） Its not interesting. （ C） I m very happy. （ D） I think you are right. （ A） Its expensive. （ B） It works well. （ C） Its new. （ D） It

3、 costs me more than 5,000 yuan. （ A） Im Mary. （ B） Can I help you? （ C） Sorry, the line is busy. （ D） Sorry, hes not in. （ A） Its sunny. （ B） Friday. （ C） I like it. （ D） December 9th. Section B Directions: This section is to test your ability to understand short dialogues. There are 5 recorded dial

4、ogues in it. After each dialogue, there is a recorded question. The dialogues and questions will be spoken two times. When you hear a question, you should decide on the correct answer from the 4 choices marked A, B, C and D. （ A） Doctor and husband. （ B） Shop-assistant and customer. （ C） Host and gu

5、est. （ D） Teacher and student. （ A） 7 hours. （ B） 14 hours. （ C） 10 hours. （ D） 8 hours. （ A） The woman can t take the message. （ B） Mr. Bush is in his office. （ C） The woman is busy working. （ D） Mr. Bush will be back soon. （ A） The man doesnt like any of the two coats. （ B） The man doesnt care whi

6、ch coat he is going to buy. （ C） The man likes a different coat. （ D） The man wants to choose a coat himself. （ A） She got up later than usual. （ B） She took the wrong train. （ C） She forgot that she should work. （ D） The train was late. Section C Directions: In this section you will hear a short re

7、corded passage. The passage has some words or phrases missing. The passage will be read three times. During the second reading, you are required to put the missing words or phrases on the blank in order of numbered blanks according to what you hear. The third reading is for you to check your writing

8、. Now the passage will begin. 11 Friendship is both a source of (11) and good health. People who have close friends naturally enjoy their company. The emotional benefits from friendship are also important. When we have good news, it will make us more joyful to (12) the happiness with friends. Simila

9、rly, (13) trouble, when our spirits are low, it will help (14) stress if we tell our worries and fears to close friends. Moreover, we may even get some (15) suggestions for solving a particular problem. Section A Directions: In this section, there are 10 incomplete sentences. You are required to com

10、plete each one by deciding on the most appropriate word or words from the 4 choices marked A , B, C, and D. 16 You had better_ that fellow. I dont trust him. （ A） look down upon （ B） keep an eye on （ C） get the better of （ D） do away with 17 There_ no time left, we had to change our plan. （ A） being

11、 （ B） had （ C） would be （ D） has 18 This will improve their working conditions and enable them to double the_. （ A） goods （ B） quantity （ C） output （ D） product 19 Jack lost his job a year ago and he _another job yet. （ A） has found （ B） hasnt found （ C） found （ D） founded 20 It_ snow tomorrow, but

12、they will climb the mountain. （ A） must （ B） may （ C） can （ D） could 21 As a matter of fact, they would rather leave for China than_ in America. （ A） stay （ B） staying （ C） stayed （ D） to stay 22 People will find this valley a beautiful place_ they may spend their weekends. （ A） when （ B） where （ C）

13、 that （ D） which 23 I_ my teacher to write a reference letter to me if I see her. （ A） have asked （ B） ask （ C） will ask （ D） asked 24 I_ you had returned the book yesterday. （ A） want （ B） would rather （ C） liked （ D） had better 25 _one you choose, I am sure you will enjoy it. （ A） Whatever （ B） Wh

14、ich （ C） That （ D） Whichever Section B Directions: There are 10 incomplete statements here. You should fill in each bland with the proper form of the word given in the brackets. 26 They sat in their new car (comfortably)_than in the old one. 27 Tom is studying Chinese and his understanding of proper

15、 Chinese needs to (improve)_. 28 Dont worry. As long as you work hard, you can (sure)_pass the exam. 29 The book is worthy of reading, because it gives a detailed (describe)_. of the American Civil War. 30 He (work)_on the farm for five years before he went to the college. 31 She made it (know)_ to

16、all her classmates that she had bought a new pair of shoes. 32 We are looking forward to (receive)_your letter again. 33 Id rather you (not do)_that. 34 The friendship conveyed in the gift seems to be the most (value)_thing. 35 John was thankful for the (kind)_of these people who helped him to find

17、his passport. Task 1 Directions: After reading the following passage, you will find 5 questions or unfinished statements, numbered 36 through 40. For each question or statement there are 4 choices marked A, B, C, and D. You should make the correct choice. 36 In some ways the employment interview is

18、like a persuasive(有说服力的 ) speech because the applicant seeks to persuade the employer to employ him or her. A job applicant has the responsibility for getting certain types of information before the interview. First, the applicant knows what kind of job he wants and how the job relates to his career

19、 objectives. It is important that the applicant be able to speak out his reasons for wishing to work for a company. Second, the applicant should seek as much information about the company as possible. Relevant information for the applicant to locate includes such items as the location of the home an

20、d regional offices, the financial status of the company, plans for expansion, and company philosophy, information about most major companies available in reference books and periodicals. After gathering a companys information, the applicant is ready for the interview. The interviewers first impressi

21、on comes from the interviewees appearance. For most interviews, appropriate dress for men is a conservative dark colored suit with a long sleeve white or light blue shirt. For women a conservative, tailored suit or dress is appropriate. Both men and women should have neat, conservative length of hai

22、r. Although hairstyle and dress are matters of taste, many personnel directors form their first impressions from these characteristics. For example, one recent college graduate, who felt himself qualified, interviewed for a public relations job. However, the personnel manager considered this young m

23、ans long hair, big dress, and casual manner unsuited for this position. 36 For whom is the passage intended to? （ A） An employee. （ B） An employer. （ C） An interviewee. （ D） An interviewer. 37 As the writer suggests, what should the applicant know before the interview? （ A） The type of work and his

24、career expectation. （ B） His career objective a company will decide. （ C） The reasons a company has to employ him. （ D） All of the above. 38 Before the interview, the applicant should obtain some information about _ . （ A） most major corporations （ B） the company he wants to work for （ C） reference

25、books and periodicals （ D） business and philosophy 39 What the applicant wears, as the writer suggests, can make him look _ . （ A） personal （ B） persuasive （ C） informative （ D） conservative 40 What is the writer trying to tell us through the example in the last paragraph? （ A） The importance of per

26、sonal taste. （ B） The importance of public relations. （ C） The importance of self-confidence. （ D） The importance of first impression. Task 2 Directions: This task is the same as Task 1. The 5 questions or unfinished statements are numbered 41 through 45. 41 Persons who are overweight should watch t

27、heir diet carefully in order to lose pounds. The best way to do this is to start a weight control program. At first it is wise to talk with your doctor. He can advise you of the number of calories(卡路里 ) you should have in your meals each day. He can tell you about exercising while on your diet. A go

28、od rule is to lose slowly. A loss of a pound or two is plenty. Plan meals around foods you know. This means that it is wise to include foods that you are used to and that are part of your regular eating habits. When you have lost the weight you wish, simple items can be added to your diet so that yo

29、u can maintain the weight you want. While you are dieting, try to build a pattern of eating that you can follow later to maintain your desired weight. When dieting, choose low-calorie foods. Avoid such items as fats, fried food, sweets, cakes, cream and soft drinks. Try to take coffee and tea withou

30、t sugar or cream. Snacks can be part of your diet. For example, a piece of fruit or a simple dessert saved from mealtime can be eaten between meals. Keep busy! This way you will not be tempted to go off the diet. Make full use of opportunities to exercise. Try walking instead of riding whenever poss

31、ible. Happy dieting! 41 What is the main idea of the passage? （ A） How to diet. （ B） Why we should diet. （ C） What we should diet. （ D） Where we should diet. 42 While dieting you should _ . （ A） choose fried foods （ B） choose low-calorie food （ C） choose snack as hamburger in McDonalds （ D） talk to

32、your doctor 43 When you have lost the weight you wish, you can _ . （ A） have some more simple items in your diet （ B） eat more and more foods you like （ C） stop dieting （ D） tell the doctor what youve done 44 According to the passage, which of the following statements is NOT true? （ A） While dieting

33、, you should ask the doctor so that you can lose your weight quickly. （ B） Plan meals means to have some foods you like and take them as your daily eating habits. （ C） When you have lost your weight, you can have some coffee and tea without sugar or cream. （ D） As you are dieting, dont forget exerci

34、se. 45 If you want to start a weight control program, you should _ . （ A） ask your doctor （ B） plan meals and choose low-calorie foods （ C） do some exercise （ D） all of the above Task 3 Directions: The following is a passage. After reading it, you are required to complete the outline in the table be

35、low (No. 46 through 50). You should write your answers briefly (in no more than 3 words) on the blanks. 46 Dear Sir, I am writing to apply for the post of secretary you advertised in yesterdays Express Morning Paper. As you can see from the enclosed resume, I have obtained the International Secretar

36、ial Certificate with distinctions in typing, shorthand and secretarial skills. I have a typing speed of 60 words per minute. My experience as a typist and receptionist at Beauty Garments Co. Ltd. has given me a good command of English. I am confident that I would be able to undertake the work to you

37、r satisfaction. My references will be glad to confirm that I can work efficiently and learn quickly on the job. I am open to negotiation on salary. Please call me on 29596638 if you wish to interview me. I look forward to hearing from you. Yours faithfully, Connie White Name: Connie White Gender: Fe

38、male Position applied: (46) Certificate obtained: (47) Distinctions: typing, (48) and secretarial skills Typing speed: 60 words per minute Experience: typist and (49) Salary: (50) Contact Info: Tel: 29596638 Task 4 Directions: The following is a list of terms. After reading it, you are required to f

39、ind the items equivalent to those given in Chinese in the table below. Than you should put the corresponding letters in the brackets of question NO. 51-55. 51 A president B dean of studies C professor D lecturer E Alma Mater F alumnus G student union H sophomore I boarder J postgraduate K compulsory

40、 course L extracurricular activities M semester N credit O academic record P school report Q dissertation R diploma S scholarship T tuition 51 ( )校友 ( )学期 52 ( )必修课 ( )成绩单 53 ( )奖学金 ( )学生会 54 ( )毕业证书 ( )课外活动 55 ( )教授 ( )学费 Task 5 Directions: The following is a passage. After reading the passage you

41、should give brief answers to the 5 questions (No.56 through No.60) following them. 56 Bath Bath by bus See the splendor of Georgian Bath from an open-top bus, Buses depart every 10 minutes and operate on a hop on/hop off system, so you buy your ticket and are free to use the buses all day! You can b

42、uy your ticket on the bus, or at the bus or train station. Tickets cost 7.5 for adults, 5.5 for senior citizens and students, and 3.0 for children. The Vaults Restaurant Open daily every evening from 6 p.m. with last orders taken at 10:30 p.m. It is also open for lunch on days when there is an after

43、noon performance at the theatre Royal. Sawclose, next to the Theatre Royal (01225) 442265 Bath Antiques Market Every Wednesday 6:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Over 80 dealers make this the largest antiques market with the widest choice in the West Country. Guinea Lane, off Lansdown Road, Bath Tel: 0171 251 5

44、353 or 01225 337638 Sport and Leisure Center North Parade Road Te1(01225)462563 Monday to Saturday 8 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. Sunday 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. Facilities for swimming, badminton, bowls, table tennis, a sauna, solarium and recreation programmes. Telephone for details. Theatre Royal Much Ado About N

45、othing A comedy by William Shakespeare Dont miss this opportunity to see the Royal Shakespeare Company on tour! Box Office: Monday to Saturday 10 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Ticket prices: from 5 to 30. 56 How much do bus tickets for adults cost? 57 When are customers stopped ordering in the Vaults Restaurant

46、 in the evening? 58 Where is Bath Antiques Market located? It is located in Guinea Lane, _, Bath. 59 At what time is Sport and Leisure Center open? 60 Who is the author of Much Ado About Nothing? 61 Normally a well-mixed diet can supply the vitamins necessary for a healthy body. （ A）正常情况下如果饮食搭配合理，就可

47、提供维持人体健康必需的各种维生素。 （ B）健康人体内的维生素都是由一般的搭配合理的饮食提供的。 （ C）一般的搭配合理的饮食都可保证对人体健康所需的各种维生素的供给。 （ D）一般的搭配合理的饮食和充足的维生素供应是维护身体健康必需的。 62 The teacher, rather than the students, is responsible for this matter. （ A）这位老师和学生们与这件事情都有关系。 （ B）应该为这件事负责任的是这位老 师，而不是学生们。 （ C）这位老师和学生们应共同承担这件事情的责任。 （ D）与学生们相比，老师们与这件事的关系更大。 63

48、We regret to inform you that there will be a delay in delivery of your order for our product. （ A）对于要延迟交付贵方订购产品一事，我们很遗憾。 （ B）对在交付贵方订购产品过程中出现的延误，我们表示遗憾。 （ C）我们很遗憾地告知您，在交付贵方订购的产品时会有延迟。 （ D）对于未 能按照贵方指令生产产品一事，我方万分抱歉。 64 As early as in the development of agriculture, men discovered how to make alcoholic drinks from grapes and corn. （ A）在农业发展的早期，人类就找到了用葡萄和玉米酿酒的方法。 （ B）早在农业发展时期，人类就发现了如何用葡萄和玉米来酿酒。 （ C）在农业发展的早期，人类就发现葡萄和玉米可用来酿酒。 （ D）早在农业刚刚发展之时，男人们就开始用 葡萄和玉米来酿酒。 65