1、大学英语六级模拟试卷 416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 Should We Pursue Masters Degree? You should write at least 150 words following the outline given below. 1. 有人认 为考研是大学毕业生最好的出路 2. 也有人持不同意见 3. 我的看法 Should We Purs
2、ue Masters Degree? 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 statement agrees with the informati
3、on 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 Part Reading Comprehension (Skimming and Scanning) Directions: I this part you will have 15 minutes to go over the passage quick
4、ly and answer the questions on Answer Sheet 1. For questions 1-7, choose the best answer from the four choices marked A), B), C) and D ). For questions 8-10, complete the sentences with the information given in the passage. How to Create a Home Library “I cannot live without books,“ declared U. S. P
5、resident Thomas Jefferson to his friend John Adams. Indeed, Jefferson was an obsessive book collector from a young age, amassing (收集 ) three separate home libraries in his lifetime. Jeffersons library was considered the finest in the country, and his collection doubled the holdings of the Library of
6、 Congress. Still, Jefferson didnt let the shelves at Monticello sit empty. By the time he died 11 years later, he had more than 2 000 volumes in his library. Jeffersons library might fit your conception of an old-fashioned home library with leather-bound books, wood paneling and uncomfortable furnit
7、ure. But home libraries can be a dynamic expression of the owners personality. Creating a home library is a fun way to display your interests while establishing a special space for reading. Home Library Organization When you started using the public library, you probably learned about Melvil Dewey a
8、nd his system for ordering libraries. The Dewey Decimal Classification System has ten broad categories for organizing books, including philosophy, religion and the arts. Each category is assigned a number, so for example, when you want a book on modern art, you head to the 700 block. Larger librarie
9、s, such as those at universities, tend to use the Library of Congress Classification System because it offers a more specific array of subjects for categorization, adding subjects such as medicine and law for a total of 21 categories. Your home library may or may not be as large as your local public
10、 library, but a good system of organization will still help you find the book you want quickly. You could take a page from Dewey and the Library of Congress and sort books by subject matter. Sections for subjects such as history, technology or fiction might make their retrieval easier. This system a
11、lso would allow you to highlight a particular passion, such as an extensive collection of World War II history. Here are some other ways to organize a collection. Alphabetizing by author works well for fiction but not necessarily for nonfiction books of various subjects. Judging a book by its cover
12、is usually frowned upon, but sorting by color can be aesthetically pleasing to some. Those generally forgetful about the colors of their books might disagree. After a painful breakup, the main character in Nick Hornbys book “High Fidelity“ organizes his record collection autobiographically in the or
13、der he acquired them. A chronological organization might include shelves that track the progress of your life, from beloved childhood reading and college text-books to parenting books. To some readers, there are two ways to look at books: read and unread. Prioritizing (区分优先次序 ) when you might need t
14、he book will allow you to keep unread books at the forefront of your collection, as well as books you reach for frequently, such as reference books or favorite novels. Library Furniture While it might be difficult for a book lover to spend money on something other than books, at some point ,you will
15、 need some bookshelves. Built-in, bookshelves can provide floor-to-ceiling storage and space savings. They can be tucked under staircases or other out-of-the-way spaces; however, theyre not a good choice for renters, and they can represent a big investment in terms of price and installation. Freesta
16、nding bookcases are widely available in a variety of sizes, colors and price points. You can also mount hanging bookshelves onto the wall or buy glass eases, which might be preferable if your collection includes antique books that you want to preserve. Sagging poses the main threat to bookshelves. A
17、 bookshelf that is 36 inches long should have shelves at least one inch thick. If its longer, then it should be thicker so that it wont droop under weight. One tip for maximizing space on the shelves is to use adjustable bookshelves, so that very small books dont take up space that can be better use
18、d for taller coffee table books. You can also decorate bookshelves with personal items, such as photographs and souvenirs. Not only will this break up the rows of books visually, it will also give you room to expand as your collection grows. As your bookshelves creep up the wall, you may need a libr
19、ary ladder to reach them. While any step stool or ladder will do, rolling library ladders add an elegant, whimsical (异想天开的 )touch. The ladders attach to the shelf on a tracking rod, and the bottom of the ladder has wheels, so that you can move effortlessly from one end of the library to the other. W
20、hen considering other library furniture, think about how youll be using the room. If youll he writing and taking notes on your reading, you may want a desk or a lap desk. Desks and bookstands are also helpful for reading those big volumes that are too heavy to hold up comfortably. Overstuffed couche
21、s and chairs will beckon guests to spend a few hours reading, but if you fall asleep as soon as you hit the couch, you may need to consider other options, particularly if youll be doing scholarly or professional reading. Wherever youre sitting, it will be hard to enjoy a library if youre suffering f
22、rom eyestrain, fatigue and headaches, which can all be brought on by poor lighting. When selecting lighting, look for a lamp that will help you see the smallest text you read. The lamp should be positioned over your shoulder, so that the light is not directly in your eyes. Positioning it this way wi
23、ll also help to minimize glare. Your lamp should be brighter than the rest of the room but not that much brighter. However, all light will eventually damage books, so use it at a minimum. Book Care Do you devour books quickly? Youre not the only one. Some insects love books, but not for a good stow.
24、 Bookworms are not just those readers that have their nose in a book all the time. The more dangerous kind will tunnel through the book, eat the pages and lay eggs in it. Once you identify an infestation, isolate the affected books. In some cases, you can seal the books in plastic bags and freeze th
25、em to kill the insects. Keeping your library free of excess moisture and dust will help to prevent an attack by these insects and vermin(害虫 ). Controlling moisture and dust doesnt just keep away the book bugs though. Moisture in the air will also promote the growth of fungus and mold. Mold develops
26、at temperatures greater than 70 degrees Fahrenheit, and with 65 percent relative humidity. Dehumidifiers will suck excess moisture out of the air, moisture that could otherwise lead to loose bindings, stains and mildew. Oppositely, too little humidity can dry out books, so use a humidifier in the dr
27、ier winter months. Dust is also a magnet for moisture and mildew, so periodically dusting the tops of books will keep them clean. In addition to a humidifier, you also might need a fan to keep the library well ventilated. Books should be stored away from radiators and kept in a room between 60F and
28、70F. Air conditioners and fans are fine to use to keep the temperature down. Extreme heat will damage books; if heat occurs in a room with low humidity, the fibers in the books will dehydrate, turning the pages brittle. In combination with high humidity, heat creates ideal growing conditions for mol
29、d. As we mentioned in the last section ,lighting can damage books because it leads to bleaching (漂 ), fading and eventual deterioration. Natural lighting is the most dangerous. If your library has windows, draw the blinds or curtains to minimize injury. Limiting the intensity of light and duration o
30、f exposure will help to preserve the books. 2 During the whole life, Jefferson _. （ A） built three libraries for Congress （ B） built three libraries at his home （ C） donated books for three libraries （ D） collected books from three libraries 3 Why do universities usually use the Library of Congress
31、Classification System? （ A） Because it is more popular than other systems. （ B） Because it is more modern than other systems. （ C） Because it is more specific in arranging subjects. （ D） Because it is less difficult than other systems. 4 Who might dislike the idea of arranging books by their colors?
32、 （ A） Those who like painting on the bookshelves. （ B） Those who tend to arrange anything scientifically. （ C） Those who are color-blind. （ D） Those who usually cannot remember the colors of books. 5 If you rank the books according to the frequency they might be touched, youd better put _. （ A） refe
33、rence books at the most important position （ B） brand-new books at the most important position （ C） dog-eared books at the most important position （ D） all the novels at the most important position 6 The treasured books should be put in _. （ A） built-in bookshelves （ B） freestanding bookcases （ C） h
34、anging bookshelves （ D） glass cases 7 If you are doing academic reading in your library, youre advised _. （ A） to hit overstuffed couches and chairs to produce ideas （ B） to use overstuffed couches and chairs for a refreshment （ C） not to use overstuffed couches and chairs （ D） not to stuff comforta
35、ble coaches or chairs 8 How do you choose proper lighting for your reading in the library? （ A） The light should cover most areas in the room. （ B） The light should come over your shoulder. （ C） The light should not be brighter than other lights in the room. （ D） The light should only focus on the s
36、mallest text. 9 In order to prevent your books from being damaged by insects, you should make your library avoid _. 10 The proper temperature for storing books is _. 11 To reduce the damage of books in a room with windows, you have to _. Section A Directions: In this section, you will hear 8 short c
37、onversations 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 read the four choices marked A, B,
38、C and D, and decide which is the best answer. （ A） Karen is very forgetful. （ B） He knows Karen better now. （ C） Karen is sure to pass the interview. （ D） The woman should have reminded Karen earlier. （ A） The man was sorry to miss the, football game. （ B） The man attended the concert, but didnt lik
39、e it. （ C） The man was sorry that he didnt attend the concert. （ D） The man is more interested in football than in classical music. （ A） Tom is very responsible. （ B） Toms words arent reliable. （ C） What Tom said is true. （ D） Tom is not humorous at all. （ A） The woman saw a horror movie. （ B） The w
40、oman enjoyed the movie very much. （ C） The man went to the show with the woman. （ D） The man asked the woman to be careful at night. （ A） The result is what she had expected. （ B） The test is not well designed. （ C） Too few students got high marks. （ D） Differences between students grades are big. （
41、 A） She should follow the human nature. （ B） Strangers are nothing to be afraid of. （ C） Feeling nervous is nothing improper. （ D） She should accept strangers presents naturally. （ A） He agrees with the woman. （ B） He is a good lecturer himself. （ C） He is fond of Professor Smith. （ D） He partly agr
42、ees with the woman. （ A） The man couldnt find a parking lot. （ B） Its hard to find a place to leave the car. （ C） The woman was upset due to his late arrival. （ D） The man apologized because of his negligence. （ A） She didnt take it to the repair shop at all. （ B） She decided to throw it away and bu
43、y a new one. （ C） She took it to the repair shop but refused to have it repaired. （ D） She turned to mechanics for help but they could do nothing with it. （ A） The traffic is very heavy. （ B） The bus service is bad. （ C） The transportation is convenient. （ D） Few taxis can be seen there. （ A） She wi
44、ll get him to do his assignment. （ B） She will help him put his things in order. （ C） She will complete his homework for him. （ D） She will tell him how to maintain his car. （ A） Those who were at the age of 16. （ B） Those who failed the eleven plus exam. （ C） Those who did well in the eleven plus e
45、xam. （ D） Those who were not qualified for secondary school. （ A） Does not greatly improve. （ B） Greatly improves. （ C） Does not improve. （ D） Is not as good as before. （ A） The schools are over crowded. （ B） The classrooms are not big enough. （ C） There are too many classes. （ D） The encouragement
46、is not enough. （ A） Only the subjects that could be used in society are important. （ B） The subjects could be irrelevant so long. （ C） There should be more classes on social studies. （ D） There should be no exams in subjects of social studies. Section B Directions: In this section, you will hear 3 s
47、hort passages. At the end of each passage, you will 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） Philip has not been to this part of the library before. （
48、B） It was very quiet in the library. （ C） Philip fell off the ladder and made a loud noise. （ D） The librarian was very kind to readers. （ A） Novels. （ B） Collections of maps. （ C） Magazines. （ D） Fiction stories. （ A） Philip was a rude boy. （ B） Philip was asked to leave the library. （ C） Philip wa
49、s not old enough to read in this library. （ D） Philip damaged the book by falling it to the floor. （ A） A big noise. （ B） A strange noise. （ C） A strangers noise. （ D） A childs noise. （ A） The well. （ B） The wheels. （ C） The ears. （ D） His ears. （ A） The police. （ B） A bee-keeper. （ C） A beeper. （ D） The poor motorist. （ A） They have lost their identity. （ B） Their children speak different languages. （ C） Their children are losing their identity. （ D） They cannot speak their native language. （ A） Bec
