1、大学英语六级 238及答案解析(总分：448.05，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)What Selectivity
3、 Means for You Understanding Admission Factors College admission officers across most of the nation report the same news: The number of applicants is rising, making admission more competitive. Remember, “more selective“ doesnt mean “better“. Our society often associates exclusivity with higher value
4、 but that notion isnt true for college. Find match with your interests, objectives, characteristics, and needs. Why Are Applications Increasing? The increase comes from a surge in births during the 1980s. Children of the baby boomers are coming of age. Experts predict applications will continue to
5、rise faster than openings at most colleges through about 2010. “Most schools are a little more selective than they were maybe 10 years ago,“ says Joan Isaac-Mohr, Vice President and Dean of Admissions at Quinnipiac University in Connecticut. This can mean more pressure for students going through the
6、 application process. Benefits of Increased Selectivity Theres a silver lining. As Isaac-Mohr points out, increased selectivity means better students are going to all colleges, broadening your choice of schools with a high-achieving student population. The number of applicants is rising, making admi
7、ssion more competitive. Ann Wright, Vice President for Enrollment at Rice University in Texas, agrees. “There are lots of schools where students can be happy and successful,“ she says. Both experts encourage students and parents to consider a range of schools, rather than focusing on a single instit
8、ution. Community colleges, for example, can allow you to spend two years improving grades or selecting a career focus before transferring to a four-year university. While you might be taught by a graduate student at a large university, teachers at community colleges are usually professors who primar
9、ily want to teach, not conduct research. Smaller class sizes and more access to professors at small public or private colleges can be a boost to students, while some may prefer the energy and variety of a large university. Its important for you to determine your needs and academic interests and sele
10、ct five or six schools that make a good fit. What Are Colleges Looking For? As you prepare application materials, it can help to know what schools are really looking for in the piles of paperwork. Admission officers evaluate applications in different ways, depending on how selective, or competitive,
11、 their college is. The Levels of Selectivity At one extreme are “open admission“ colleges. These schools require only a high school diploma and accept students on a first-come, first-served basis. Many community colleges have this policy. At the other extreme are very selective colleges. They admit
12、only a small percentage of applicants each year. Most colleges fall somewhere in between -Less Selective: As many as 10 or 15 students apply for each spot at very selective schools. Less selective colleges focus on whether applicants meet minimum requirements and whether theres room for more student
13、s. Acceptable grades are often the only requirement beyond an interest in college study. The SAT I or ACT may be required, but test scores are usually used for course placement, not admission. -More Selective: More selective colleges consider course work, grades, test scores, recommendations, and es
14、says. The major factor may be whether you are ready for college-level study. Its possible to be denied admission because of a weakness or a lack of interest in higher education. -Very Selective: As many as 10 or 15 students apply for each spot at very selective schools. Admission officers look caref
15、ully at every aspect of a students high school experience, from academic strength to test scores. Since many applicants are strong academically, other factors such as your essay are critical. Although they receive a great deal of publicity, only a small number of colleges (fewer than 100) are this s
16、elective. Admission Factors Selective colleges consider these factors for admission: -courses taken -counselor/teacher recommendations -ethnicity -grades -application questions and essays -geographic location -grade point average -personal interview -alumni relationship -rank in class -activities ou
17、tside the classroom -major/college applied to -admission test results -special talents and skills Theres no general agreement about which of these factors are ranked more important. However, most admission officers place the most weight on your high school record. How Important Are Extracurricular (
18、课外的) Activities? The significance of activities has been exaggerated. While schools do consider them, theyre looking to see if youve shown a long-term commitment in one or two areas. Need-Blind Admission Most colleges have a need-blind admission policy. This means they decide whether to make an offe
19、r of admission without considering your familys financial situation. Other colleges are MORE sensitive; they do consider your familys financial situation in the admission process. These colleges know they cant satisfy the financial aid needs of all applicants. Some schools use need-sensitive admissi
20、on when deciding to accept a borderline student or to pull a student off of the waiting list. College Application FAQs Do I have a better chance of getting in if I apply early? Nadine K. Maxwell: Many students apply early decision because they believe that there is an advantage to applying early and
21、 that their chances of being admitted are greater. Actually this can vary from school to school and year to year and may depend upon the applicant pool at the school where you are applying. Do your homework first and check to see what percentage of the students in the previous graduating classes at
22、your high school were admitted early decision to a specific college or university. Are you qualified to apply as early decision? If you are, and this is a school you really wish to attend, then apply early decision. How much time should I give my teachers to write letters of recommendation for me? M
23、ary Lee Hoganson: Teachers should always receive a minimum of two weeks notice, prior to the postmark date. Be sure to ask in a way that allows a teacher to decline comfortably if he/she does not have time to do an adequate job. For example: “Do you feel you know me well enough, and do you have enou
24、gh time to write a supportive letter of recommendation for me to .“ Give the teacher a stamped envelope addressed to the college, along with any recommendation form provided by the college. I want to send additional material that I think will support my application? Is this OK? Nadine K. Maxwell: It
25、 depends on what you want to send. Most colleges and universities read hundreds or maybe thousands of applications, and they expect to find the information that they need to make an admissions decision about you in their specific application form. It is OK to send an additional letter of information
26、 to explain something that cannot be explained on the application forms, but other items that students sometimes send are not helpful and may be viewed as trying to distract the admissions staff from the actual application. Talk to your guidance counselor about any additional items that you are thin
27、king about sending. Their knowledge and experience will be helpful to you in making this decision. Big size makes good college, is that right ? Nadine K. Maxwell: Big universities clearly have many benefits, but there are also a few drawbacks. For example, while you may enroll in a course with a pro
28、fessor that is well-known in his or her field, more often than not the course will mostly be taught by teaching assistants (TAs). The more distinguished professors are often focused on conducting research, publishing their work, and overseeing graduate thesis projects. If youre considering a large u
29、niversity, be sure to find out what percentage of classes are taught by TAs and how many are taught by professors. Another consideration is the red tape (烦琐的手续) often associated with big school administration. Though large universities offer countless courses, its not so easy to take anything you wa
30、nt. If youre a psychology major, for example, taking a business course may require a half a dozen signatures or more. Again, when visiting the school, be sure to ask what is required in order to take courses outside of your major. Finally, while huge class sizes may be exciting for some, they can be
31、 overwhelming for others. Introductory classes at big colleges sometimes include hundreds of students, making it an intimidating environment to ask a question, and all too easy to fall asleep, unnoticed, in the back of a lecture hall. （分数：71.00）(1).There are more and more students applying college a
32、dmission.（分数：7.10）A.YB.NC.NG(2).According to Isaac-Mohr, increased selectivity means better students are going to all colleges.（分数：7.10）A.YB.NC.NG(3).Community colleges can allow one to spend two years improving grades or selecting a career focus before transferring to a four-year university.（分数：7.1
33、0）A.YB.NC.NG(4).Admission officers evaluate applications in the same way.（分数：7.10）A.YB.NC.NG(5).While schools do consider extracurricular activities, theyre looking to see if youve shown a_ in one or two areas.（分数：7.10）_(6).Need-blind admission policy means colleges decide whether to make an offer o
34、f admission without_.（分数：7.10）_(7).Whether it is advantageous to applying early depends upon the_.（分数：7.10）_(8).Why are applications increasing? Answer:_.（分数：7.10）_(9).For those less selective colleges, test scores are usually used for_.（分数：7.10）_(10).If youre considering a large university, be sure
35、 to find out_ and how many are taught by professors.（分数：7.10）_三、Listening Comprehens(总题数：1，分数：15.00)A.At Annes Clothing Store.B.Inside a shopping center.C.At a downtown street.D.In a suburban residential district.A.He was fired from his job.B.He was warned about being more punctual from now on.C.The
36、 management cut his working hours.D.He was promoted.A.They are at a violin shop.B.They are at a circus.C.They are at a concert.D.They are inside a movie theatre.A.She didnt go to work this morning.B.She was injured and had to go to the hospital.C.She talked with the boss in the morning.D.The traffic
37、 delayed her.A.Seven oclock.B.Seven thirty.C.Eight oclock.D.Eight thirty.A.Sending the next package earlier.B.Waiting patiently.C.Using air freight.D.Looking for the package.A.She thinks that he should plan his money more carefully.B.She thinks that he should buy a convertible.C.She thinks that he s
38、hould ask Barbara for advice.D.She wants him to manage her money.A.He was furious with his boss.B.He was always late to work.C.His daughter was sick and that made him late for work.D.He prepared a financial report incorrectly.四、Section A(总题数：2，分数：10.00)A.Amy is seeking advice from Charlie about her
39、future job.B.Amy is taking to Charlie about what shed like to do in the future.C.Amy is discussing with Charlie what types of job she is suitable for.D.Amy is explaining to Charlie why some jobs are not suitable for her.A.They may crash because of nature disasters or human faults.B.The worlds weathe
40、r conditions are getting worse.C.The airport safety inspections are getting worse.D.Airplanes are often overloaded nowadays.A.She prefers the job where he could travel a lot.B.She prefers the job where she could make good money.C.She prefers the job where she could meet international business people
41、D.She prefers the job that would give her lots of chances of promotion.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(总题数：3，分数：30.00)A.The strength of its shipbuilding industry.B.The physical fe
42、atures of the river itself.C.The abundance of fruit, vegetables, and livestock.D.The similarity of climate to that in Europe.A.There are no rapids or waterfalls.B.There is a constant, strong wind.C.Navigation is rather difficult.D.Frequent storms cause problems for riverboats.A.Big waves pose a thre
43、at to commercial navigation.B.The river current never flows faster ten miles per hour.C.The river reverses its flow several times a day.D.High tides can create sudden and unexpected rapids.A.To allow several sails to be rigged.B.To add to the beauty of the basic design.C.To catch winds coming from o
44、ver the hills.D.To allow the sails to be raised more quickly.A.He thought that he would either find a good job or he would be a thief.B.He said that he would become rich by way of robbing the bank.C.He said that he could rob the rich of their money.D.He might be rich if he worked harder.A.Because he
45、 had a letter of thanks.B.Because he feared that he might be killed if he refused.C.Because he gave him a demand note.D.Because he showed him a cheque payable at sight.A.The raid had been photographed by hidden cameras.B.Some watchmen had seen the raid.C.The bank teller proved that Joe was the robbe
46、r.D.Some monitors had been installed nearby.A.Funny.B.Brave.C.Clever.D.Stupid.A.School and Education.B.Individuals in the United States.C.Responsibilities as Citizens.D.Tomorrows Decision-makers.A.Individual states.B.Federal government.C.Taxes of citizens.D.Parents.A.20B.22C.21D.23六、Section C(总题数：1，
47、分数：10.00)When somebody calls, first of all, the host would offer him a cigarette and a cup of tea. In the countryside, (36) 1, old men used to share with the visiting guests the long-stemmed Chinese pipe which they themselves were smoking. At wedding (37) 2, brides would offer cigarettes to all the guests who came to express their (38) 3and light the cigarettes for each of them one after another. All these were originally aimed at (39) 4th
