1、大学英语三级-17 及答案解析(总分：85.00，做题时间：90 分钟)一、Part Vocabulary an(总题数：20，分数：20.00)1.Noise is unpleasant, _ when you are trying to sleep.（分数：1.00）A.surelyB.exclusivelyC.generallyD.especially2.The lady who had invited us heard me telling my wife that the dinner was terrible, so I was _.（分数：1.00）A.embarrassedB.
2、nervousC.shamefulD.confused3.What do you _ to do about the problem now that this solution has failed?（分数：1.00）A.attemptB.thinkC.pretendD.intend4.Our company decided to _ the contract because a number of the conditions in it had not been met.（分数：1.00）A.destroyB.resistC.assumeD.cancel5.You have a marv
3、elous _ of the whole island from the top of the tower.（分数：1.00）A.viewB.sceneryC.visionD.scene6._ the fog, we should have reached our destination.（分数：1.00）A.Because ofB.in spite ofC.In case ofD.But for7.The mayor has told his friends that he is sick but will not admit it _ public.（分数：1.00）A.onB.toC.i
4、nD.by8.John left school and went to work _ his family.（分数：1.00）A.for the sake ofB.becauseC.sinceD.by reason of9.You can have your tape recorder _ in the shop over there.（分数：1.00）A.repairingB.to repairC.repairedD.repair10._ a properly designed shape, the steam flow will be smooth.（分数：1.00）A.GivenB.Gi
5、veC.GivingD.To have given11.They failed to pass the exam last time. I regretted _.（分数：1.00）A.to be not able to helpB.being not able to helpingC.being unable to helpD.not be able to help12._ it is you have found, you must give it back to _ it belongs to.（分数：1.00）A.Whatever, whomeverB.What, no matter
6、whomC.No matter what, whoeverD.Whatever, no matter who13.We have tested three hundred types of boots, _ is completely waterproof.（分数：1.00）A.no of whichB.none of whichC.some of thatD.neither of which14.All _ is a nice meal and a good rest.（分数：1.00）A.what I wantB.that I wantC.the thing wantedD.which I
7、 want15.With all this work on hand, he _ to the cinema last night.（分数：1.00）A.mustn“t goB.wouldn“t goC.ought to goD.shouldn“t have gone16.They told us that they _ for more than two hours.（分数：1.00）A.have waitedB.were waitingC.have been waitingD.had been waiting17.He offered to write it out for her, le
8、st she _ it.（分数：1.00）A.should forgetB.would getC.forgotD.forgets18._, he would have been able to pass the exam.（分数：1.00）A.If he studied moreB.If he were studying to a greater degreeC.Studying moreD.Had he studied more19.Not until I shouted at the top of my voice _ his head.（分数：1.00）A.that he turnedB
9、.did he turnC.he didn“t turnD.he had turned20.The president, accompanied by his assistants, _.（分数：1.00）A.have arrivedB.are arrivingC.had arrivedD.has arrived二、Part Reading Compr(总题数：0，分数：0.00)三、Passage One(总题数：1，分数：10.00)In some countries there is a fixed charge for personal services. A certain perc
10、entage may be added to the bill at a hotel or restaurant “for the service“. In other places the customer may be expected to give a tip, or a small amount of money, as a sign of appreciation whenever services are performed. In the United States there is no standard practice in regard to tipping . The
11、 custom is more common in a large city than in a small town. A native American may often be in doubt about when and how much to tip when he is in a city that is strange to him. In general, however, a tip is expected by the porter who carries your baggage, by taxi drivers(except, perhaps, in a small
12、town), and by those who serve you in hotel and restaurants. When you pick up your incoming baggage at an airport, you may tip the man who takes it to the taxi or airport bus. He usually expects one dollar a bag for his service. In some cities the taxi that takes you to your hotel may have one meter
13、(计价器)that shows the cost of the trip and another that shows a fixed charge, usually about 50 cents, for “extra“. In some cities the taxi driver may expect a tip in addition to the “extra“, especially if he carries your suitcase. If no “extra“ is charged, a tip is usually given. Hotels generally do n
14、ot make a service charge, though there are places where one is added. It is customary (惯常的), however, to give something to the porter who carries your suitcases and shows you to your room. In case of doubt, one dollar for each bag he carries is satisfactory. In a restaurant you generally leave about
15、 15 percent of the bill in small change on that table as a tip for the person who has served you. A service charge is generally not included in the bill except in some of the larger, more expensive places. If the order is small-a cup of coffee at a lunch counter, or something of the sort-a tip is no
16、t usually expected.（分数：10.00）(1).According to the passage, the practice of giving tips _.（分数：2.00）A.is consistent throughout the worldB.varies from place to place in the USAC.is consistent in large towns in the USAD.is consistent in small towns in the USA(2).The following are the people one may tip
17、except _.（分数：2.00）A.portersB.taxi driversC.waitersD.cleaners(3).Which of the following is incorrect according to the passage?（分数：2.00）A.“Extra“ is a fixed charge in some cities.B.“Extra“ is similar to a tip in some cases.C.If the “extra“ is paid, one doesn“t tip any more.D.Some hotels require people
18、 to pay a service charge.(4).The amount of money for a tip _.（分数：2.00）A.is the same across restaurants and hotels.B.depends on how much one pays for his meal.C.generally varies according to the size of one“s bag in hotel.D.is usually small for a cup of coffee at a lunch counter.(5).From the passage
19、we learn that _.（分数：2.00）A.Americans sometimes are not sure how to tipB.people in large towns know more about tippingC.one has to tip no matter how big or small the order isD.people sometimes don“t tip when they are not satisfied四、Passage Two(总题数：1，分数：10.00)Welcome to our small business set-up guide
20、, providing all the information you need to start your business on a healthy, solid basis. From choosing the right name for your company and making your first business plan, through to up-to-date taxation(税务)advice, banking and insurance tips, each subject is discussed in the guide . We also look at
21、 the vital characteristics you“ll need to survive in business. Determination and originality(原创性) are key. Equally, so is the ability to organize your time and to put in the required effort during the early days. As with any new business, success can never be guaranteed, but our aim is to reduce the
22、 difficulties involved in setting up a business on your own. We“ll forewarn you of the most common problems, including failure to research your market in sufficient detail and not setting aside enough funds for tougher financial times. Starting up even the smallest business can be challenging. But t
23、ake comfort in the fact that you are not alone. In fact, of the four million businesses currently in operation in the UK, more than 99.3% are classified as “small, “ with fewer than 50 employees. In order to keep this guide as brief as possible, where we“ve not had enough room to include every detai
24、l, you“ll find a link taking you to the most relevant articles. Good luck with your business idea!（分数：10.00）(1).This guide is intended to help people to _.（分数：2.00）A.cope with an economic crisisB.start a new small businessC.raise funds for a new firmD.build up public relations(2).What are most impor
25、tant for a business to survive?（分数：2.00）A.Banking and insurance services.B.Research and business plannin9.C.Organization and management.D.Determination and originality.(3).What does the word “forewarn“(Line 2, Paragraph 4)mean?（分数：2.00）A.Deal with.B.Argue with.C.Advise before hand.D.Give instruction
26、s to.(4).What kind of businesses are regarded as “small“ in the UK?（分数：2.00）A.Those with fewer than 50 employees.B.Those with only two or three owners.C.Those with a loan of 99.3%in their capital.D.Those with an output value less than 4 million.(5).More information about how to start a small busines
27、s is available by _.（分数：2.00）A.contacting the writer in personB.linking to other relevant articlesC.reading the advertising brochuresD.communicating with other readers五、Passage There(总题数：1，分数：10.00)Government officials say there are about two-million-three-hundred-thousand American Indians. They bel
28、ong to more than 550 different tribes(部落) and groups of Alaskan Natives. They still speak more than 200 languages. About 500, 000 Indians live on reservations. A reservation is the land given to the tribe by the federal government. Most tribes were moved to reservations in the 1800s when the governm
29、ent took their traditional lands. American Indians are citizens of the United States. They have the same right to vote and to be elected to public office as other citizens. Indians must obey federal, state and local laws when they are not on the reservation. On the reservation, only federal law and
30、tribal laws are in effect. Most tribal officials are elected by members of the tribe. American Indians historically have had higher rates of unemployment, more health problems and less education than most other groups of Americans . In recent years, however, conditions have improved. More young peop
31、le are completing school. Many American Indian artists are creating jewelry, pottery, weavings and wood carvings that are highly prized by collectors. Each of the tribes has its own culture and history. Yet all the tribes share major concerns. They are trying to keep their traditional cultures alive
32、 while improving the living conditions of tribal members. Joe Swina is a professor at the University of New Mexico and a member of the Cochiti Pueblo. He explains that American Indians have to work hard to balance their lives. They need to exist in the modern, Western world yet protect the tradition
33、s and values of their ancient, but still living cultures.（分数：10.00）(1).How many American Indians live on reservations?（分数：2.00）A.2,300,000B.2,000,000C.500,000D.400,000(2).According to the passage, a reservation is _.（分数：2.00）A.the land given to the tribe by federal governmentB.the land given to the
34、tribe by local governmentC.the traditional land of American IndiansD.all the farms(3).What can be inferred from the passage?（分数：2.00）A.American Indians have no right to be elected to public office.B.American Indians must obey federal, state and local laws on their reservations.C.State laws are not i
35、n effect on the reservations.D.All the tribal officials are elected by members of the tribe.(4).Which of the following is NOT the problem facing American Indians before?（分数：2.00）A.Producing too many potteries.B.Higher rates of unemployment.C.More health problems.D.Less education.(5).What are the maj
36、or concerns shared by all the American Indian tribes according to the passage?（分数：2.00）A.Making more jewellery.B.Keeping their traditional cultures alive.C.Trying to live in the modern society.D.Establishing an independent country.六、Passage Four(总题数：1，分数：10.00)Japanese officials are struggling to pr
37、event the spread of mad cow disease. Japan“s first case of mad cow disease was reported in September. The Agriculture Ministry confirmed last month that a second cow was infected. Japan is the only country in Asia where mad cow disease is known to have spread. Scientists believe cows get the disease
38、 by eating meat and bone meal from infected animals. Since September, Japan has banned imports and use of feed made from animal remains. Recently, the Agriculture Ministry announced plans to destroy about 5,000 cows that may have been given the feed. Sales of Japanese beef products have dropped shar
39、ply in the past 3 months. Since October, Japanese officials have tested all cows that are killed for their meat. Some scientists question the testing. They say the disease often cannot be identified in young animals. Scientists believe eating infected meat may cause a similar brain disease in humans
40、. This deadly disease is called Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease. It cannot be cured. About 100 people in Europe have died from Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease in recent years. Most of them have been in Britain. Researchers from France say evidence shows that young people are more likely to become infected. In B
41、ritain, the average age of those who died is 28. Only a few victims were older than 50. From this evidence, the team says the probability of a person becoming infected decreases with age .（分数：10.00）(1).How many cases of mad cow disease had been confirmed in Japan?（分数：2.00）A.1B.2C.3D.4(2).In order to
42、 prevent the spread of mad cow disease, the Japanese government will or have done the following EXCEPT _.（分数：2.00）A.stopping imports and use of food made from animal remainsB.planning to kill about 5,000 cowsC.testing all the cows that are killed for meatD.advising the Japanese to eat no beef(3).Acc
43、ording to the passage, what is some scientists“ attitude to the testing of all the cows that are killed for their meat?（分数：2.00）A.positiveB.approvingC.doubtfulD.indifferent(4).Which of the following statements is TRUE according to the passage?（分数：2.00）A.The two cases of mad cow disease have no influ
44、ence on Japanese beef products.B.It“s hard to identify mad cow disease in young cows.C.Most people who died from Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease have been in Japan.D.More than 100 people died from Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease have been in Britain.(5).What can be inferred from the passage?（分数：2.00）A.Asia was
45、free from mad cow disease before September.B.There are many means to cure Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease.C.Most people who died from Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease were 28 years old.D.Maybe no people who died from Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease were beyond 60 years old.七、Part Translation f(总题数：5，分数：10.00)21.In oth
46、er places the customer may be expected to give a tip, or a small amount of money, as a sign of appreciation whenever services are performed.（分数：2.00）A.在其他的地方，顾客可能在接受服务后需要给小费或少量的钱作为感谢。B.在其他地方，顾客可能被要求给个小费或者一定数量的钱来感激服务。C.在其他的地方，顾客可能会被期望给小费或者少量的钱，作为感谢，当被服务时。D.在其他地方，顾客可能被希望给点小费或者一点钱作为接受服务时的感谢。E.在其他的地方，顾客
47、被期望给小费和钱作为服务时的记号。22.From choosing the right name for your company and making your first business plan, through to up-to-date taxation advice, banking and insurance tips, each subject is discussed in the guide.（分数：2.00）A.从为你的公司选择正确的名称、制定第一个商业计划，到最新的税收建议、银行和保险的技巧，每个主题都是讨论的指南。B.从为你的公司选择合适的名称、制定第一个商业计划，
48、到最新的税务咨询、银行和保险的技巧，每个主题在指南里都能找到。C.从为你的公司选择正确的名称、制定第一个生意计划，到现在的税务咨询、银行和保险费，每个主题在指南里都有讨论。D.从为你的公司选择一个合适的名字， 为你做第一个企业计划，通过税务咨询，银行和保险小费，每个话题在指南里有讨论。E.为你的公司选一个正确的名字，做第一份计划，进行税务咨询，银行和保险技巧，每个话题在向导里被讨论。23.American Indians historically have had higher rates of unemployment, more health problems and less educa
49、tion than most other groups of Americans.（分数：2.00）A.美国印第安人历史上有过更高的失业率，更多的健康问题，和更少的教育，比多数其他的美国人小组。B.历史上，美国印第安人比其他的美国人有更高的失业率，更多的健康问题，教育层度低。C.美国印第安人历史地有高失业率，更多的身体问题，更少的教育，比多数其他的美国人。D.从历史来看，美国印第安人和美国大多数其他的群体相比有过更高的失业率，更多的健康问题，获得更少的教育。E.美国印第安人在历史上比起大多数美国的群体有更高的失业率，更多的健康问题，以及更少的教育。24.From this evidence, the team says the probability of a person becoming infected decreases with age.（分数：2.00）A.从这个证据，团队说一个人感染疯牛病的可能性降低了。B.这个小组说从证据来看，一个人感染可能随着年龄的增长
