[外语类试卷]大学英语三级（B级）模拟试卷525及答案与解析.doc

1、大学英语三级（ B级）模拟试卷 525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） The more I work, the more I love my job. （ B） The job is OK, but the pay is low. （ C） Thats my favorite job. （ D） I found the job is interesting. （ A） She looks tired. （ B） She likes cooking best. （ C） She is very beautiful. （ D） She is reading a bo

3、ok. （ A） Thanks. （ B） Not so good. （ C） Italian is beautiful. （ D） Dont mention it. （ A） I like tea. （ B） No, thanks. （ C） Tea is tasty. （ D） There is some tea. （ A） I like playing games. （ B） I spare some time. （ C） I went to the library. （ D） I forgot. Section B Directions: This section is to test

4、 your ability to understand short dialogues. There are 5 recorded dialogues 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）

5、She watches TV. （ B） She goes to the theater. （ C） She works. （ D） She stays with friends. （ A） Staying home watching TV. （ B） Seeing a film. （ C） Going out for a dinner. （ D） Going to a party. （ A） In a shop. （ B） At school. （ C） In a bank. （ D） In a restaurant. （ A） The woman does not enjoy the pa

6、rty. （ B） The woman does not want to go to the party alone. （ C） Jim did not attend the party. （ D） Jim is at the party with the woman. （ A） 8:00 p.m. （ B） 10:00 p.m. （ C） 7:00 p.m. （ D） 9:00 p.m. Section C Directions: In this section you will hear a short recorded passage. The passage has some word

7、s 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. Now the passage will begin. 10 Breakfas

8、t is the first【 B1】 _of the day. We have juice, toast with butter, eggs, and milk. We can also have cereal. We eat lunch【 B2】 _. Some people like to eat hamburgers and French fries. Others like tuna fish or egg salad sandwiches. Many【 B3】 _give children peanut butter and jelly sandwiches for lunch.

9、In the United States dinner is usually the biggest meal of the day. We usually eat dinner at 6:00 in the evening. A large dinner may be【 B4】 _soup, salad, meat or fish, vegetables, potatoes and dessert, and coffee, tea, or milk. It is important to eat three good meals a day. That way we can be【 B5】

10、_. 11 【 B1】 12 【 B2】 13 【 B3】 14 【 B4】 15 【 B5】 Section A Directions: In this section, there are 10 incomplete sentences. You are required to complete each one by deciding on the most appropriate word or words from the 4 choices marked A , B, C, and D. 16 Joe had many regrets when he _ the years he

11、spent abroad. （ A） looked back on （ B） looked down upon （ C） looked up to （ D） looked out of 17 Many scientists _ their own eyes and ears than the theories of the ancients. （ A） would rather to believe （ B） would rather believe （ C） rather would believe （ D） will rather believe 18 _ from his express

12、ion, he is in low spirits. （ A） Judged （ B） Judging （ C） Being judged （ D） Having judged 19 It _ our teacher came that we began the examination. （ A） was until （ B） is until （ C） was not until （ D） is not until 20 I cant _ what has happened to the vegetables, for they were freshly picked this mornin

13、g. （ A） figure out （ B） work out （ C） look out （ D） turn out 21 By the time I left the school, the professor _ that class for two years. （ A） has taught （ B） had taught （ C） will have taught （ D） will teach 22 He must have come here yesterday evening, _ he? （ A） did （ B） has （ C） havent （ D） didnt 2

14、3 Hes very tired and he doesnt _ doing anything instead of sleeping. （ A） wish （ B） want （ C） feel like （ D） hope 24 What he has just said has little to do with the question_ discussion. （ A） on （ B） under （ C） in （ D） at 25 With the development of production and science, radio _ a wide application

15、in a short time. （ A） found （ B） has found （ C） finds （ D） has founded 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 The secretary worked late into the night,(prepare)_a long speech for the pres

16、ident. 27 Its clear that(create)_ thinking, an object of our education system, affects the future development of the country. 28 It is important that we(get)_more people to attend the conference. 29 Its a waste of time(discuss)_problems with a man like him. 30 Since its(invent)_, the telephone has b

17、ecome one of the most important telecommunication instruments in the world. 31 He survived the plane crash, only(die)_in the desert later. 32 If there were no exams, we should have a much(happy)_time at school. 33 Wherever the Browns went during their visit, they(give)_a warm welcome. 34 Weather(per

18、mit)_, the sports meeting will be held next Saturday morning. 35 (short)_ after buying IBMs PC business, Lenovo began to occupy a larger market share in the Asia Pacific region. Task 1 Directions: After reading the following passage, you will find 5 questions or unfinished statements, numbered 36 th

19、rough 40. For each question or statement there are 4 choices marked A, B, C, and D. You should make the correct choice. 35 Munichs first “Oktoberfest“ ever was held in 1810 to celebrate a royal wedding with horse races and culinary delights(婚宴饮料 ). The culinary delights, namely beer, were much more

20、popular than the wedding ceremony and horse races. Since then, the Munich beer festival has been repeated on an almost annual basis. Only major catastrophes like war or epidemic(瘟疫 )outbreaks can stop Munichs inhabitants from gathering at the green expanse, i.e. the festivals location. Even though i

21、t is called “Oktoberfest“, the festival actually takes place in September, as Bavarian autumn can be tricky and surprise with early cold and snow. Today, the “Oktoberfest“ is the largest festival worldwide attracting a multitude of visitors. Apart from beer tents the festival offers amusements as di

22、verse as roller coasters, circus appearances, festive parades and live brass bands. The ceremonial opening happens at noon. The mayor arrives in a festive coach followed by a decorated horse-drawn brewers cart(啤酒拖车 ). Guests, staff and the numerous brass bands are all wearing traditional costumes fo

23、r the occasion. It takes good nerves and a solid stomach to survive the festivals 16 days of intensive partying. However, the festival is a huge success: Apart from attracting a multitude of visitors, the festivals brand name “Oktoberfest“ has been exported all over the world. 36 From the passage, w

24、e know that Oktoberfest has a history of_ years till now. （ A） over 195 （ B） more than 200 （ C） about 190 （ D） less than 195 37 According to the passage, which of the following is TRUE? （ A） Beer was less popular than the wedding ceremony and horse race. （ B） The Munich beer festival is held every t

25、wo years. （ C） When a war or epidemic breaks out, people will still celebrate the Oktoberfest. （ D） The Oktoberfest actually takes place in September. 38 The word “catastrophe“(Line 2, Para. 2)means “_“. （ A） disaster （ B） incident （ C） accident （ D） celebration 39 How many days will the Oktoberfest

26、 last? （ A） 14 days. （ B） 15 days. （ C） 16 days. （ D） 17 days. 40 Which of the following sentence is NOT true? （ A） Bavarian autumn can surprise us with early cold and snow. （ B） The Oktoberfest is the largest festival worldwide. （ C） All people are supposed to wear traditional costumes for the Okto

27、berfest. （ D） The brand name “Oktoberfest“ is only popular in Germany. Task 2 Directions: This task is the same as Task 1. The 5 questions or unfinished statements are numbered 41 through 45. 40 Students must apply for a place before attending any class. Applications(申请 ), either by post or in perso

28、n, are dealt with strictly in the order they are received at the Adult Education Office. You can apply: By Post use the card provided with the exact fee. You will be accepted for the course unless it is full, in which case we will inform you. An acknowledgement(承认 )will not be made nor a receipt(收据

29、)sent unless you provide a stamped addressed envelope. Receipts will normally be given out at the first class. In Person call at the Adult Education Office(ground floor, C Block)between approximately 9:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m.(2:30 p.m. on Friday), or at the College Reception Desk(at the main entrance)

30、at the other times(in the evenings until about 7:30 p.m. not Fridays). Students should note that popular classes may be full well before the course is to start, so that early application is strongly advised to avoid disappointment. For the Autumn Term, applications will be accepted by post(preferabl

31、y)or in person from 1st August. For the Spring Term, applications will be accepted from 1st December. For the Summer Term, applications will be accepted from 1st April. 41 The word “they“(Line 2, Para. 1)means “_“. （ A） applications （ B） students （ C） teachers （ D） receipts 42 Students who apply to

32、the college by post will_. （ A） avoid disappointment （ B） be sent a bill （ C） have an advantage over people applying in person （ D） be informed if they cannot get a place 43 Where and when can students apply in person? （ A） At the College Reception Desk after about 3:30 p.m. （ B） At the Adult Educat

33、ion Office after about 3:30 p.m. （ C） At the Adult Education Office at 9:30 p.m. （ D） At the College Reception Desk at 2:00 p.m. on Fridays. 44 If students want to apply for the Autumn Term,_. （ A） they should check whether the course is full （ B） the college would rather they applied by post （ C） a

34、pplications must be received by August 1st （ D） they must apply in person 45 What is the passage mainly about? （ A） How to apply for a place before attending the class. （ B） Ways to contact at the Adult Education Office. （ C） The amount of money to be paid for the class. （ D） What to do in the Summe

35、r Term and the Spring Term. Task 3 Directions: The following is a passage. After reading it, you are required to complete the outline in the table below (No. 46 through 50). You should write your answers briefly (in no more than 3 words) on the blanks. 45 FAQ about the SITES Internship(实习 )Program 1

36、. What kind of internships does SITES offer? SITES(Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition Service)offers internships in exhibition planning, public relations, marketing, and fundraising(筹款 ). 2. How much time does an internship take? An internship requires at least 20 hours per week. Some inte

37、rns work full-time(40 hours per week). An internship may last between one and four months. 3. Can I explore more than one topic or skill? According to your interests and the needs of our organization, you may be involved in more than one project. 4. Who may apply? Individuals who have completed at l

38、east one full semester at an undergraduate college or university. Graduate students are also encouraged to apply. 5. Will I get paid for my internship? Because of limited funding, SITES internships are volunteer positions. 6. Where can I stay during my internship? See the Internship Housing Guide fo

39、r reference. FAQ about the SITES Internship Program 1. SITES offers internships in exhibition planning,【 R1】 _, marketing and fundraising. 2. An internship will last one to【 R2】 _. 3. You can take part in more than one project, according to your interests and the needs of our organization. 4. People

40、 who have completed at least【 R3】 _at an undergraduate college or university can apply. 5. SITES internships are【 R4】 _as a result of limited funding. 6. To know where to stay during your internship, please see the【 R5】 _for reference. 46 【 R1】 47 【 R2】 48 【 R3】 49 【 R4】 50 【 R5】 Task 4 Directions:

41、The following is a list of terms. After reading it, you are required to find 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. 50 A potato B carrot C onion D garlic E ginger F tomato G cabbage H cuc

42、umber I corn J pepper K broccoli L mushroom M soy Bean N celery O pea P eggplant Q pumpkin R bamboo Shoot S water Chestnut T lotus Root 51 ( )番茄 ( )莲藕 52 ( )玉米 ( )辣椒 53 ( )豌豆 ( )卷心菜 54 ( )南瓜 ( )生姜 55 ( )蘑菇 ( )胡萝卜 Task 5 Directions: The following is a passage. After reading the passage you should giv

43、e brief answers to the 5 questions (No.56 through No.60) following them. 55 July 10, 2006 Dear Sir, I would like to inquire(询问 )about the position of laboratory research assistant in the field of biochemistry(生物化学 )that you advertised in JobsP on July 10. I am twenty-eight years old. In 1996 I recei

44、ved my MS degree in Biochemistry from ABC University. As a student I took many Chemistry and Biology courses such as General Chemistry, Organic Chemistry(有机化学 ), Physical Chemistry and Biochemistry. As I was a graduate student, I worked as a research assistant for Dr. Wang Williams, Professor of Bio

45、chemistry, BBC California. During this time I assisted Dr. Wang in basic research concerning(关于 )the genetic generation cycle in metabolism. I can supply you with a copy of the resulting paper at your request. Since my graduation I have been employed by MMC University as an assistant professor. I ha

46、ve continued my research in this time, and several of my papers have been published in Paris. My immediate superior(上司 ), Dr. William Smiths, has indicated his willingness to provide me with a reference. I feel that I have enough education and experience in my background to fulfill the qualification

47、s for your position. I hope that you will schedule me for an interview at your earliest convenience. Yours sincerely, Jack Smith 56 What kind of position does Jack want to apply for? He wants to apply for the position of_in the area of biochemistry. 57 Where did Jack get the information about the po

48、sition? He got the information from_. 58 What kind of degree did Jack obtain? He obtained a_ in Biochemistry. 59 What did Jack help Dr. Wang when he was a graduate student? He helped Dr. Wang with _ concerning the genetic generation cycle in metabolism. 60 Where has Jack been working since his gradu

49、ation? He has been working in_. 61 Meetings can not always succeed in solving problems under discussion. （ A）会议并 不是总可以通过讨论来成功地解决问题。 （ B）会议并非总能成功地解决被讨论的问题。 （ C）并非所有的会议最后都能取得成功，并经过讨论解决问题。 （ D）多数情况下会议并不能成功地通过讨论来解决问题。 62 It is no good simply keeping him from doing what he wants to. （ A）一直让他随心所欲，这种做法真是太恶劣了。 （ B