[外语类试卷]大学英语三级（B级）模拟试卷8及答案与解析.doc

1、大学英语三级（ B级）模拟试卷 8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 answ

2、er from the 4 choices marked A, B, C and D. （ A） Yes, all right. （ B） Yes, it is. （ C） Yes, this is mine. （ D） Yes, thats right. （ A） When can you go? （ B） How much is it? （ C） Where is it? （ D） What will you do? （ A） 5 types. （ B） 4 percent. （ C） 10 gram. （ D） 8 meters. （ A） It costs 10 dollars. （

3、B） We have some cheaper ones. （ C） I want to buy it. （ D） Wed better look over it. （ A） We offer large orders. （ B） We can cut down the cost. （ C） We could make them higher. （ D） We can lower the price. Section B Directions: This section is to test your ability to understand short dialogues. There a

4、re 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） He is often late. （ B） He used to be on time. （ C） H

5、e is never late. （ D） He is always on time. （ A） In a hotel. （ B） In a shop. （ C） At a bank. （ D） On a plane. （ A） They have no interest in the game. （ B） They are late for the game. （ C） They are early for the game. （ D） They are just in time for the game. （ A） She wants to know where the report is

6、. （ B） She doesnt want to read the report. （ C） She doesnt know what to do. （ D） She is willing to read the report. （ A） She doesnt like her job. （ B） She is tired of her work. （ C） She likes her job very much. （ D） She wants to find a better job. Section C Directions: In this section you will hear

7、a short recorded 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 yo

8、ur writing. Now the passage will begin. 11 Many people who live in cities say that they dislike city life. They say the city that they live in is【 11】 , dirty and crowded. They are【 12】 the traffic and the pollution in the air. But not many people【 13】 in cities are happy when they have to stay in t

9、he country for two or three weeks. They【 14】 the quiet, the clean air and the beautiful healthy surroundings, but they miss the stores and restaurants, the movie theater and the【 15】 of the city. Section A Directions: In this section, there are 10 incomplete sentences. You are required to complete e

10、ach one by deciding on the most appropriate word or words from the 4 choices marked A , B, C, and D. 16 This pocket book gives _ information about how to make a bookshelf on your own. （ A） spacious （ B） critical （ C） specific （ D） crucial 17 I usually like eggs and meat, but I dont _ eating them tod

11、ay. （ A） feel like （ B） call on （ C） get along （ D） go out 18 It is a beautiful dress but it is much more than I can _. （ A） choose （ B） buy （ C） offer （ D） afford 19 He _ the final exam, for he is so happy this evening. （ A） must pass （ B） should have passed （ C） could pass （ D） must have passed 20

12、 Though people plant many trees in this area every year, the top of some hills is still _. （ A） open （ B） bare （ C） empty （ D） blank 21 I want to know whether the weather will change _ bit tomorrow. （ A） a little （ B） little （ C） some （ D） a few 22 The flowers will soon open on condition that they a

13、re _ into a warm room. （ A） brought （ B） pushed （ C） shifted （ D） waved 23 I _ to post the letter that I wrote to my parents, but I was too busy. （ A） remembered （ B） must remember （ C） had remembered （ D） should have remembered 24 He lived his life apart from the workers on _ skills he depended. （

14、A） that （ B） which （ C） whose （ D） what 25 The furniture that he bought last week _ quite modern. （ A） is （ B） are （ C） has been （ D） have been 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 A (s

15、elf)_ person only thinks of himself and doesnt care about others. 27 It was in 1912 that the oil ship sank while (cross) _ the Atlantic Ocean. 28 Tom as well as all the other boys in his class (learn) _ to drive a car. 29 All things (consider) _, her paper is of greater value than yours. 30 He is a

16、pleasant, (friend)_ man who gets on well with everyone here. 31 You dont have to be in such a hurry; I would rather you (go) _ on business first. 32 A word of encouragement might have made me respect rather than (hate) _ him. 33 In the course of history, people _ (send)messages in many different way

17、s. 34 It is just _ (late) that I got a copy of the novel. 35 In this profession (职业 ) , training and experience are of equal (important) _. Task 1 Directions: After reading the following passage, you will find 5 questions or unfinished statements, numbered 36 through 40. For each question or stateme

18、nt there are 4 choices marked A, B, C, and D. You should make the correct choice. 36 The purpose of a letter of application is to help you to “sell“ yourself. You should state the job you want clearly, and should tell what your abilities are and what you have done. It should be simple, human, person

19、al and brief without leaving out any necessary facts. In writing a letter of application, a possible employer may want to know a number of important things. What is your qualifications(资历 )? What achievements have you made? And what are your aims? The opening paragraph is perhaps the most important

20、part. Try to keep your opening sentences to the needs or interests of the employer, not to your own needs or desires. Be clear about the kind of job for which you are now applying. College graduates looking for their first positions often ask “What can I provide in a letter?“ Employers want to know

21、about your experience. Certainly, a beginner has no experience. The answer is that everything you have ever done is experience. It is important to write good strong closing words for your letter. Ask for an interview or give the possible employer something definite to do or expect. An excellent idea

22、 is to enclose(随信附上 ) an envelope with your address and a stamp. That makes it easier for a possible employer to get in touch with you. 36 The purpose of writing a letter of application is to _. （ A） sell oneself as a product （ B） try your best to get a good job （ C） help a company to hire people （

23、D） make others to know about you 37 What can be the most important thing in writing an application letter? （ A） The abilities you have obtained. （ B） The kind of job you like. （ C） The first paragraph of the letter. （ D） The experience you have had. 38 A possible employer may want to know about _. （

24、 A） Your personal life. （ B） Your hopes for the future. （ C） Your future colleagues. （ D） Your family life. 39 College graduates who are looking for their first positions usually have no _. （ A） desires in salary （ B） definite purposes （ C） experience in working （ D） ability to handle the job 40 For

25、 the convenience of a possible employer to contact you, youd better enclose _. （ A） a recent photo of you （ B） some money in the letter （ C） an application form for the job （ D） an envelope with your address and a stamp on Task 2 Directions: This task is the same as Task 1. The 5 questions or unfini

26、shed statements are numbered 41 through 45. 41 Production Manager Las Vegas Derse Exhibits is a nationally recognized design of Trade show exhibits. It is searching for a Production Manager for its Las Vegas department. The Production Manager reports to the General Manager and has the challenges and

27、 responsibilities of: Prepares all production-related schedules. Provides operational solutions for customers projects. Assess(评估 ) needs of shop/production and capital expenditures(支出 ). Cooperates with Derses other manufacturing centers. Conduct performance reviews on direct reports. Qualification

28、s: Good knowledge of building/production trades. Custom environment/job/shop experience preferred. Possess strong organizational/communication skills. Team leadership required. Sound skills in computer programs. The position offers an excellent salary and benefits package. Ideally the candidate shou

29、ld have a background in a job environment. Visit us at . Please submit(提交 ) resume to: Derse Exhibits (Corporate) Attn: Human Resources 1234 N. 62nd Street Milwaukee, WI 53213 41 Derse Exhibits is a company that _. （ A） has its head office in Las Vegas （ B） enjoys a good fame in the country （ C） has

30、 designed a trade show in Las Vegas （ D） has found a production manager 42 What is the position offered by Derse Exhibits? （ A） A production manager working in a branch of the company. （ B） A production manger working in the companys head office. （ C） A production manager conducting a manufacturing

31、center. （ D） A production manger to report other centers performance. 43 Derse Exhibits seems to prefer the candidate who _. （ A） once majored in computer science （ B） has a college or university background （ C） once worked in a strong organization （ D） is capable of communicating with others 44 Wha

32、t promises has Derse Exhibits made to the candidates? （ A） Good working conditions. （ B） High pay and other welfares. （ C） Good chance for a higher position. （ D） Paid-leave and long holidays. 45 Those who are interested in the offered position should _ （ A） email their resume to the company （ B） vi

33、sit the company in person （ C） send their resume by mail （ D） apply for the position online 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

34、) on the blanks. 46 The following is an advertisement for Yaktrax(一种网状鞋套品牌名 ). Yaktrax You will feel safe this winter when walking on ice and packed snow with Yaktrax. The only thing you do is put a pair of Yaktrax on your shoes or boots, and enjoy the safety of hundreds of little metal teeth cuttin

35、g into slippery(湿滑的 ) surfaces. They are much like winter chains on tires(轮胎 ). Made from rubber and metal coils(圈状物 ) that extend easily, Yaktrax are lightweight and fit in your pocket when not in use. They are available in a range from 22cm to 29cm, and come in black, bright orange or glow-in-the-

36、dark green. Yaktrax Walker($29.95) is ideal when walking on slippery sidewalks, roads or paths. Yaktrax Pro($39.95) is designed for people who take long walks in the country. You can order by calling 1-800-552-8513 or visiting us at www.Yaktrax.ca. Advertising of Yaktrax Function: for walking【 46】 a

37、nd snow walking; Advantages:【 47】 , convenient and【 48】 ; Sizes: from 22cm to 29cm; 【 49】 : black, bright orange or glow-in-the dark green; Types: Yaktrax Walker and Yaktrax Pro; Order: Make phone call or website【 50】 . Task 4 Directions: The following is a list of terms. After reading it, you are r

38、equired 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. 51 A Business As Usual B Bike For Hire C Cameras Forbidden D Children And Women First E For Inspection Only F Wet Paint G Guard Agai

39、nst Fire H No Smoking I Dont Spit On The Floor. J Closed For Holiday K Danger, Keep Out. L Keep Off The Grass. M Handle With Care N Inspections Welcome O House To Let P Hands Off the Exhibits Q Line Up For Tickets R No Admittance S Not For Sale T Seat By Number 51. ( ) 危险，请勿入内 ( ) 小心火灾 52. ( ) 房屋出租

40、( ) 假日暂停营业 53. ( ) 勿踏草坪 ( ) 照常营业 54. ( ) 不得触摸展品 ( ) 禁止拍照 55. ( ) 欢迎检查 ( ) 小心轻放 Task 5 Directions: The following is a passage. After reading the passage you should give brief answers to the 5 questions (No.56 through No.60) following them. 56 OFFERS April 17, 2008 Dear Sirs, We are glad to inform you

41、 that we have received your inquires about our pocket electronic(电子的 ) computers. Our pocket electronic computers are very popular in China and Southeast Asia. We quote(报价 ) you as follows: Legend Brand Model A-233 At US $1,000 per set CIF(到岸价 ) Jakarta Legend Brand Model B-333 At US $1,300 per set

42、CIF Jakarta Legend Brand Model C-433 At US $100 per set CIF Jakarta After studying our quotation(报价 ), you may find that our computers are fine in quality and attractive in price compared with other brands. So that is a reason why we find it difficult to meet the demand nowadays. But if you place yo

43、ur order within one month, we can arrange for a September delivery. We are waiting for your early reply. Sincerely yours, David Jones Manager 56 What kind of product is mentioned in this letter? 57 Where is the product most welcome? It is very popular in China and _. 58 How does the writer describe

44、the price of the product? Compared with other brands, the price is _. 59 Why does the writer say that it is difficult to meet the demand of the product? Because it _. 60 In which month will the product be delivered if an order is placed within one month from April 17, 2008? In _. 61 The boss told us

45、 not to use more material than is necessary. （ A）老板让我们按需要用料，别多用材料。 （ B）老板让我们不要多用材料，这没必要。 （ C）老板没让我们用必须要用的材料。 （ D）老板让我们不要用不必要的材料。 62 It is tree that electricity has been found world-wide application since it was discoverea. （ A）电自从被发现以来就已得到世界上广泛的申请，这点毫无疑问。 （ B）事实上，电自从被发现以来已经得到全世界范围的应用。 （ C）电自从被发现以来已经

46、得到全世界范围的应用，这一点是正确的。 （ D）事实上，电一被发现就已在全世界范围内得到了广泛应用。 63 Women always have an advantage in office work, which requires strong language background and paperwork efficiency. （ A）在需要较强的语言功底及文字水平的办公室工作方面，妇女们往往更具有优势。 （ B）在语言功底及文字水平方面得到强化后，妇女们更容易在办公 室工作中获得好处。 （ C）办公室工作需要较强语言功底及文字水平，妇女们在这方面往往更具优势。 （ D）在语言功底及文

47、字水平方面得到强化后，妇女们更能胜任办公室工作。 64 We are a magazine, which will give you inside information you won t find elsewhere. （ A）我们是一家能够为您提供您在其他地方找不到的内部消息的杂志。 （ B）我们是一家杂志社，专门为您提供您在其他地方找不到的小道消息。 （ C）我们杂志能为您提供 您在其他地方找不到的内部消息。 （ D）我们负责为您登载小道消息、特别报道和花边新闻。 65 Its my pleasure this evening to welcome all the guests to

48、this celebration of Chinese New Year here. I extend a special welcome to all guests from the Chinese community, many of whom have traveled from other parts of New Zealand to be with us at this moment. For that reason it is a great pleasure to me to be hosting this Chinese New Year celebration and to wish the Chinese community a very happy New Year. 一、 Part V Writing (25 minutes) Directions: This part is to test your ability to do practical writing. You are required to write an letter or composition according to the following informati