1、大学英语六级模拟试卷 203 及答案与解析 一、 Part I Writing (30 minutes) 1 Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write a short essay entitled The Advantages and Disadvantages of Studying Abroad. You should write at least 150 words following the outline given below: 1. 出国留学的好处； 2出国留学的弊端； 3结论和你的观点。 The
2、 Advantages and Disadvantages of Studying Abroad 二、 Part II Reading Comprehension (Skimming and Scanning) (15 minutes) Directions: In this part, you will have 15 minutes to go over the passage quickly and answer the questions attached to the passage. For questions 1-4, mark： Y (for YES) if the state
3、ment agrees with the information given in the passage; N (for NO) if the statement contradicts the information given in the passage; NG (for NOT GIVEN) if the information is not given in the passage. 1 Depression: The Hidden Epidemic Felt down? Got the blues? Youre not alone. Everyone gets sad (yes,
4、 everyone youve ever met). Some people have sad feelings just pretty often. More than half of teenagers go through a sad period at least once a month and plenty of younger kids do, too. When youre in a sad mood, it may feel like it will last forever, but usually feelings of sadness dont last very lo
5、ng a few hours, or maybe a day or two. A deeper, more intense kind of sadness that lasts a lot longer is called depression. Each year millions of people are estimated to .suffer from depression, a condition so widespread that it has been dubbed “the common cold of mental illness.“ Types of Depressio
6、n For some people, depression can be intense and occur in bouts that last for weeks at a time. For others, depression can be less severe but can linger at a low level for years. Doctors who treat depression distinguish between these two forms, diagnosing the more severe, short-lasting form as major
7、depression, and the longer-lasting but less severe form as dysthymia. A third form of depression that may be diagnosed is called adjustment disorder with depressed mood. It refers to a depressive reaction to a specific life event (such as a death, divorce, or other loss) when the adjustment to the l
8、oss takes longer than the normally expected time frame or is more severe than expected and interferes with the persons daily activities. Bipolar disorder (also sometimes called manic depressive illness) is another depressive condition that involves periods of major depression mixed with periods of m
9、ania. Mania is the term for abnormally high mood and extreme bursts of unusual activity or energy. Mental health experts divide Bipolar disorder into four types because the symptoms of bipolar disorder show up differently in different people. What Are the Symptoms of Depression? Depression is associ
10、ated with many symptoms and not everyone has the same ones. Some people have many symptoms, while others may only have a few. The symptoms below may signal that you or someone you love may be depressed: 1. Appearance sad face, slow movements, unkempt look 2. Unhappy feelings feeling sad, hopeless, d
11、iscouraged, or listless 3. Negative thoughts “Im a failure,“ “Im not good,“ “No one cares about me.“ 4. Reduced activity “I just sit around and mope,“ “Doing anything is just too much of an effort.“ 5. Reduced concentration 6. People problems “I dont want anybody to see me,“ “I feel so lonely.“ 7. G
12、uilt and low self-esteem “Its all my fault,“ “I should be punished.“ 8. Physical problems Sleeping problems, weight loss or gain, decreased sexual interest, or head-aches 9. Suicidal thoughts or wishes “Id be better off dead,“ “I wonder if it hurts to die.“ Why Do People Get Depressed? The exact cau
13、se of depression remains unclear. The most probable explanation is that it is an imbalance in neurotransmitters in the brain. But what triggers it in the first place? First, genetic factors. There is growing interest in genetic approaches to understanding a variety of diseases and depression is no e
14、xception. Some people certainly seem to be more vulnerable to depression than could make individuals susceptible to the disease. Some studies have shown that people who have relatives with depression have a one in four chance of developing it themselves, compared with only one in 14 for the general
15、population. Secondly, external triggers. In most cases just having these genes is probably not enough-to cause depression on its own. Depression can be triggered by a number of factors such as unemployment, bereavement (亲人的过世 ), social isolation or even a severe physical illness. What Kinds of Peopl
16、e Are Apt to Depression? Anyone may suffer from depression, regardless of age, gender, race and belief. It is “normal“ for certain people to feel depressed such as women, old people, employees with work-related stress, or people with chronic illness. Depressed women are more likely to talk about the
17、ir problem and reach out for help; depressed men often have less tolerance for internal pain and turn to some action or substance for relief. Male depression isnt as obvious as the defenses men use to run from it. As the “covert depression“, it has three major symptoms. Men attempt to escape pain by
18、 overusing alcohol or drugs, working excessively or seeking extramarital affairs. They go into isolation, withdrawing from loved ones. And they may lash out, becoming irritable or violent. Women are more than twice as likely as men to experience depression. Although the reason for this difference ar
19、e not known, research suggests that biological differences in women such as hormonal changes and genetics I may contribute to depression. Additionally, social reasons, such as greater stresses from work and family responsibilities, and even the increased rates of sexual abuse and poverty among women
20、, may lead to higher rates of clinical depression. Depression affects employers at all levels of the corporate ladder. One in every 20 employees experiences the illness. An estimated 200 million workdays are lost each year due to employee depression. Depression tends to affect people in their prime
21、working years and if left untreated may last a lifetime. About the Treatment for Depression Unfortunately, many employees with depression dont seek the treatment they need. Some people are embarrassed to get help for depression, or are reluctant to talk about how they are feeling. Others believe tha
22、t depression will simply go away on its own, and that they should just “tough it out.“ Male depression may be more rampant than we realize. Many men try to hide their condition, thinking it unmanly to act moody. And it works: National studies suggest that doctors miss the diagnosis in men a full 70
23、per cent of the time. Such views are simply wrong like any other medical illness, depression requires professional treatment. Talking to friends, family members can often give you the support needed when going through lifes difficulties. However, for those with clinical depression, such support is n
24、o substitute for the care of a health professional. Clinical depression is a serious illness that you cannot treat on your own. Clinical depression is one of the most treatable of all medical illnesses. In fact, more than 80% of people with depression can be treated successfully with medication, psy
25、chotherapy or a combination of both. Many people believe that psychological therapies make more sense than the use of antidepressants but this ignores the fact that depression is a genuine physical illness. However, the choice of right treatment depends on a variety of factors, such as severity of i
26、llness, presenting symptoms, age, etc. Only a qualified healthcare professional can decide if someone has clinical depression. As with many illnesses, if treatment is needed, the earlier it begins the more effective it can be. Furthermore, early treatment decreases the likelihood of recurrence. The
27、commonest form of psychotherapy alms to help the depressed person replace negative thoughts and attitude with a more realistic view of themselves and the world about them. Interpersonal psychotherapy focuses more on past and present relationships and examines how they affect the patients current fun
28、ctioning. Antidepressant therapies began in 1956. Now, there is a wide choice of antidepressants available. They are the recognized treatment for all forms of moderate and severe depression regardless of cause. About 70 per cent of patients with depression respond to treatment with antidepressants.
29、Antidepressants are useful and effective, they are not addictive and do not lose efficacy with continued use. Talk with your doctor or a qualified mental health professional if you think you may have symptoms of clinical depression. With recognition and treatment, depression can be overcome! Life ca
30、n be enjoyable again! 2 The passage briefly introduces the types, symptoms, treatment and consequence of depression on the health of people. （ A） Y （ B） N （ C） NG 3 Doctors who treat depression will distinguish major depression and dysthymia and treat them differently. （ A） Y （ B） N （ C） NG 4 Betwee
31、n genetic factors and depression there is direct connection. （ A） Y （ B） N （ C） NG 5 Women are more than twice as likely as men to suffer from depression. （ A） Y （ B） N （ C） NG 6 Bipolar disorder has four types because _ show up differently in different people. 7 The most probable cause of depressio
32、n is that it is an imbalance in _. 8 _ as the “covert depression“, it has three major symptoms. 9 It is estimated that there were _ workdays lost each year due to employee depression. 10 Clinical depression is a serious illness that you. _ on your own. 11 _ began in 19 Section A Directions: In this
33、section, you will hear 8 short conversations and 2 long conversations. At the end of each conversation, one or more questions will be asked about what was said. Both the conversation and the questions will be spoken only once. After each question there will be a pause. During the pause, you must rea
34、d the four choices marked A, B, C and D, and decide which is the best answer. （ A） Secretary and manager. （ B） Student and professor. （ C） Professor and assistant. （ D） Customer and waitress. （ A） She lost her car. （ B） She lost her bag. （ C） She lost her keys. （ D） She lost her way. （ A） She is not
35、 interested in the course. （ B） She has trouble following the professors lecture. （ C） She finds it difficult to finish the reading list. （ D） She doesnt like the way the professor lectures. （ A） He wants more salary. （ B） He doesnt like the new position. （ C） He is determined to refuse the offer. （
36、 D） He is not sure about his present job. （ A） He told her to trust the students. （ B） He thought she was right about that. （ C） He didnt agree with her completely. （ D） He persuaded her not to worry too much. （ A） The woman envies the mans job. （ B） The man stopped working last month. （ C） The man
37、works three nights every two weeks. （ D） The man has two free days for every three days he works. （ A） To take her to Paris. （ B） To show her what the interesting places are. （ C） To serve as her guide. （ D） To introduce her to his families. （ A） He was bitten by the dog. （ B） A car ran down him. （
38、C） He was hurt by another bike. （ D） He had a bad fall off his bike. （ A） Because she hasnt got ready yet. （ B） Because she is waiting for David. （ C） Because she is waiting for a taxi to pick her up. （ D） Because it is raining very hard and she doesnt have an umbrella. （ A） They are going to see fi
39、lm downtown. （ B） They are going to call on the Johnsons. （ C） They are packing and going on their holiday. （ D） They are going to buy an umbrella since it is raining very hard. （ A） It was left in Davids office. （ B） It was left in Kates office. （ C） It was lost in the train some day. （ D） It was l
40、eft in the Johnsons. （ A） She loved it. （ B） She disagreed with too much of it to enjoy. （ C） She thought it was just so. （ D） She liked the class but disagreed with the Professor. （ A） Early America was undemocratic. （ B） There has never been democracy in America. （ C） Early leaders of America had
41、no desire for democracy. （ D） Democracy took time to develop in America. （ A） The basic foundations of democracy were created over 200 years ago. （ B） Early leaders loved democracy, not hated it. （ C） America is no different now than 200 years ago. （ D） The meaning of democracy has changed over time
42、. （ A） She is afraid he may discover her ignorance. （ B） She is afraid it may affect her grade. （ C） She is not completely sure of her own opinion. （ D） She is too busy and has no time to waste. Section B Directions: In this section, you will hear 3 short passages. At the end of each passage, you wi
43、ll hear some questions. Both the passage and the questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a question, you must choose the best answer from the four choices marked A, B, C and D. （ A） Three kinds of motivation and its different effectiveness. （ B） Negative outcomes of three kinds of motivat
44、ion. （ C） The combination of three forms of motivation. （ D） How to make full use of three forms of motivation. （ A） External motivation can sometimes Bring about negative outcomes. （ B） People are likely to do their work without enthusiasm because of threat. （ C） Students often study in order to pl
45、ease their parents and teachers. （ D） The second form of motivation can be dangerous if the students cant achieve their own goal. （ A） It is from some kind of threat. （ B） It is from a pressure. （ C） It is from a desire. （ D） It is from personal commitment. （ A） Bad weather. （ B） The large size of a
46、irplanes. （ C） Mistakes by air traffic controllers. （ D） Crowded air traffic. （ A） They narrowly escaped crashing into each other. （ B） One plane climbed above the other at the critical moment. （ C） They bumped into each other over a swimming pool. （ D） They avoided each other by turning in differen
47、t directions. （ A） To show that air travel is far safer than driving a car. （ B） To show the great responsibility shouldered by the pilots. （ C） To give an example of air disasters. （ D） To show the key role played by air traffic controllers. （ A） It is a kind of costs the students should pay for st
48、udies. （ B） It is a form of financial aid the students dont have to pay hack. （ C） It is the money that the students get from the colleges. （ D） It is a kind of loans the students should repay when they have jobs. （ A） To collect money from students for school. （ B） To supervise the financial work o
49、f school. （ C） To direct the college entrance exams. （ D） To assist to make money for school. （ A） Because of the increase of economy. （ B） Because the schools have to build more buildingsl. （ C） Mainly because the expenditure on education is reduced. （ D） Because the schools have to increase the salary of the staff. （ A） 16000. （ B） 10600. （ C） 20700. （ D） 21700. Section C Directions: In this section, you will hear a passage three times. When the passage is read for the
