1、大学英语六级模拟试卷 671 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 letter to apply for a position. You should write at least 150 words following the instructions given below: 假如你叫方小宇，你在北京青年报看到以下招聘广 告，请就此写一封求职信： 公司诚聘文秘一员，要求如下： 本科以上学历；有良好的沟通和协调能力；精通
2、英语和计算机者优先。 应聘者请将简历寄至：北京市中关村北路 108号紫光大厦人力资源部，邮编100081 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 s
3、tatement 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. 2 Headaches Explained A headache is a symptom, not a disease. A headache is rarely the symptom o
4、f a serious illness, but severe or frequent headaches can be exhausting and can affect daily life. There are three basic types of headaches: vascular headache, muscle contraction headache, and inflammatory headache. Vascular headaches The vascular headache occurs when blood vessels in the head enlar
5、ge and press on nerves, causing pain. The most common vascular headache is the migraine(偏头痛 ). One theory about migraine headaches is that they occur when the blood vessels in the head expand and press on the nerves, causing pain. Another theory is that they result from the blood vessels constrictin
6、g and thus blocking blood flow to parts of the brain; this may cause the visual suffering that often accompany or precede a migraine headache. The blood vessels then become full of blood and press on surrounding nerves, causing pain. Women are more easy to suffer migraines than are men, and a certai
7、n personality type compulsive, perfectionist, and very success oriented seems to be more likely to be affected with migraine headaches. Causes A number of physical and emotional factors may contribute to migraine headaches. Migraines may be triggered by a sharp reduction in caffeine intake or by all
8、ergies to certain foods. Emotional stress can also cause migraine headaches, as can drinking alcohol, smoking, or an interruption in routine eating and sleeping habits (all of which may be responsible for “weekend“ headaches suffered by some patients). Cyclical, seasonal, or emotional factors may al
9、so be associated with the tendency to develop migraine headaches. A tendency to develop this type of headache may be inherited. Symptoms The predominant symptom of a migraine headache is a sharp pain on one or both sides of the head. Paleness, sweating, and sensitivity to light may accompany the pai
10、n. A warning sensation may indicate an approaching migraine headache. Before the pain begins, some individuals may see flashing lights or “shooting stars“, hear noises, or have an uncomfortable feeling in the arms or legs. Diagnosis Vascular headaches are diagnosed by a careful review of the circums
11、tances surrounding the headaches as well as by a physical examination to rule out any other disorder that might be causing the symptoms. Elimination tests may be done to identify the exact cause of migraines suffered by people who seem to react to certain foods or changes in eating and sleeping habi
12、ts. In an elimination test, all the substances that are suspected of causing the trouble are eliminated and then reintroduced one at a time to identify the specific cause of the migraine headaches. Treatment Treatment of a migraine already in progress usually consists of a drug therapy program chose
13、n from a variety of painkillers, tranquilizers, and special prescribed medications. Prevention Prevention of migraines is possible with several types of medication. Antidepressant drugs and beta-blockers have been shown to prevent migraines in some patients. These drugs work in the body to block wha
14、t are called the beta effects, one of which is expansion of the blood vessels. While it is not yet known exactly how these drugs provide relief research suggests that they act by preventing the initial constriction of blood vessels that causes migraine. Muscle Contraction Headaches A muscle contract
15、ion headache occurs when muscles of the face, neck, or scalp remain tightened for long periods of time. These muscles are then said to be in spasm(痉挛 ). A tension headache is an example of a muscle contraction headache. Causes A muscle contraction headache usually occurs after a specific event that
16、has caused the muscles to tense. The tension is then translated into physical discomfort in the form of a clenched jaw, aching neck, and tightened muscles of the face and head. Muscle contraction headaches can also be brought about by abnormalities in the eyes, neck, teeth, or jaws or by poor postur
17、e-especially by holding the head at an awkward angle while reading, driving, or watching television. Symptoms The major symptom of these headaches is a tight, squeezing pain in the forehead or jaws or around the back of the head or neck. This constant, dull pain usually occurs on both sides of the h
18、ead. Diagnosis Diagnostic evaluation involves a review of the events that usually precede the headaches, as well as a physical examination to rule out any other disorder that might he causing them. A psychological examination may also be conducted to detect any emotional problems that may be contrib
19、uting to the headaches. Treatment Treatment usually begins with eliminating the tension or correcting the physical problem that is causing the headaches. Painkillers, muscle relaxants, and-tranquilizers may occasionally be used to treat muscle contraction headaches. Also, antidepressant drugs may be
20、 effective in preventing the headaches in those individuals who suffer from them regularly. Inflammatory Headaches An inflammatory headache is caused by pressure within the head, due to any of a variety of disorders. Causes Clogged sinuses(窦 ) and sinus infections are probably the chief cause of thi
21、s type of headache. The sinuses are the cavities within the facial bones. When mucus(粘液 ), which normally flows freely through the sinuses and drains down the nasopharynx(鼻咽 ) or out the nose, cannot drain properly, it collects in the sinuses and causes excess pressure un the surrounding tissues, le
22、ading to headache. Other causes of inflammatory headaches include a brain tumor. Brain tumors are usually associated with swelling in the surrounding tissues, which may cause increased pressure within the skull and, as a result, a dull, constant painful headache. Anyone who experiences the abrupt on
23、set of a severe headache or “the worst headache of my life“ should seek medical evaluation immediately. High blood pressure, which causes blood to rush through the vessels with too great a force; infectious, which inflame sensitive tissue; and fever, which may enlarge the blood vessels, can also cau
24、se headache due to excess pressure within the skull. Symptoms The symptoms of an inflammatory headache are a dull, aching pain, often occurring early in the day, accompanied by a feeling of pressure in the head. The pain is heightened by sneezing, coughing, bending over, or doing anything that incre
25、ases the amount of blood in the head. Diagnosis This type of headache is diagnosed by determining first whether sinus problems are causing it. If not,the doctor may order an electroencephalogram(EEG), which is a visual record of electrical activity in the brain; X-ray studies; a computed tomographic
26、(CT) scan, which provides a cross-sectional picture of the brain; or a magnetic resonance imaging(MRI) study, which yields images comparable to those obtained with CT but without the use of X-rays. These tests can detect the presence of a tumor, or other abnormality in: the brain that may be respons
27、ible for causing the headache. Treatment Inflammatory headaches are treated according to their causes those triggered by a sinus infection can be treated with painkillers, antibiotics to fight the infection. Headaches resulting from more serious disorders, such as a brain tumor, will almost certainl
28、y require further evaluation and treatment. Prevention Prevention of these headaches is sometimes possible if the cause is as simple as a sinus infection. For example, if you suffer from frequent sinus headaches, you should stop smoking. Smokers seem particularly prone to sinus infections. The infla
29、mmatory headache is some whit different from the migraine and muscle contraction types, but all three obviously have this in common: They can be extremely painful. 2 Because a headache is not a disease, it will not cause serious influence on our daily life. （ A） Y （ B） N （ C） NG 3 Both the expansion
30、 and constriction of blood vessels are the possible cause of a vascular headache. （ A） Y （ B） N （ C） NG 4 Taking enough caffeine can help to relieve the pain when you are suffering a migraine headache. （ A） Y （ B） N （ C） NG 5 Some people suffer headaches on weekends because their usual eating and sl
31、eeping habits formed during the week are suddenly broken. （ A） Y （ B） N （ C） NG 6 The drugs used to prevent migraines can block the_ effects, which may cause the blood vessels to expand. 7 You may suffer a muscle contraction headache if you read for a long time with _. 8 In order to cure muscle cont
32、raction headaches, firstly doctors will get rid of the _ of the patient which is the cause of the suffering. 9 Inflammatory headaches will occur when mucus cannot flow freely through the sinuses and causes too much stress on _. 10 Sneezing will intensify the symptom of inflammatory headaches because
33、 it will enlarge _. 11 Smokers are easy to suffer from inflammatory headaches because smoking can cause _. Section A Directions: In this 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. Bo
34、th 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, C and D, and decide which is the best answer. （ A） She broke the microphone. （ B） She was interrupted by a phone call during her pr
35、esentation. （ C） She is planning to give her presentation as soon as the microphone is fixed. （ D） The microphone broke just as she began her presentation （ A） One month. （ B） One month and a half. （ C） Two months. （ D） Two months and a half. （ A） She should live in the country. （ B） She should live
36、 near the spring. （ C） He prefers to live in the country. （ D） He agrees with the women. （ A） It is the best city hes ever visited. （ B） It was worse than he had expected. （ C） It is difficult to get around in the city. （ D） The hotel service is terrible in the city. （ A） He will choose a new topic
37、to write the essay. （ B） He will choose the novel written by Shakespeare as the topic. （ C） He refuses to accept the mans advice. （ D） He is on the wrong track. （ A） Paper plates are cheaper than dishes. （ B） Dishes break more easily than paper plates. （ C） There is no need to wash any dishes now. （
38、 D） The womens roommate, will return soon. （ A） She has not applied for any university yet. （ B） She will begin university classes in a few weeks. （ C） She does not know yet if a university will accept her. （ D） She is too busy to contact the university right now. （ A） Reconsider his position later.
39、 （ B） Allow the student to miss class. （ C） Lower the students grade. （ D） Suggest that the student try to reschedule the operation. （ A） Three times. （ B） Four times. （ C） Five times. （ D） Six times. （ A） Hell play for the match in honour of him. （ B） Hell take his wife and his children out for din
40、ner. （ C） Hell celebrate it with his friends. （ D） Hell win the League Cup that day for celebration. （ A） Hell train young footballers. （ B） Hell run his own business. （ C） Hell still be playing football. （ D） Hell become a football commentator. （ A） Its a concert, （ B） Its a circus. （ C） Its a game
41、. （ D） Its a movie. （ A） Romantic lighting, （ B） Fantastic music. （ C） Amazing costumes. （ D） Animal performers. （ A） Trainers. （ B） Clowns. （ C） Acrobats. （ D） Magicians. （ A） Go to see Cirque du Soleil in town. （ B） Go shopping. （ C） Go to meet the magician. （ D） Go to see Cirque du Soleil with th
42、e woman. Section B Directions: In this section, you will hear 3 short 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
43、. （ A） Workers on the platforms and trains were replaced by machines. （ B） A completely automatic line was added to its network. （ C） It became the first completely automatic railway in the world. （ D） Its trains became manual-controlled. （ A） A platform worker. （ B） A computer. （ C） The command spo
44、t. （ D） A machine. （ A） To drive the train after it is started automatically. （ B） To start the train and to drive it when necessary. （ C） To take care of the passengers on the train. （ D） To send commanding signals to the command spot. （ A） Benjamin Franklin was a great scientist. （ B） Benjamin Fra
45、nklin signed four historic documents in his lifetime. （ C） Benjamin Franklin didnt leave school until he was twenty. （ D） Benjamin Franklin once had his own print shop. （ A） After he bought his own print shop. （ B） After he signed some historic documents. （ C） When he invented the lightning rod. （ D
46、） When Pennsylvania Gazette became successful. （ A） He helped establish the citys first university. （ B） He helped establish the citys first post office. （ C） He helped establish the citys first library. （ D） He helped open a hospital. （ A） A victim. （ B） A police detective. （ C） A robber. （ D） A pe
47、t bird （ A） She recognized the robbers. （ B） She knew the robbers names. （ C） She found the stolen property. （ D） She reported the robbery （ A） Two. （ B） Twenty-six. （ C） Twenty-eight. （ D） Thirty （ A） Baby-the Parrot Detective. （ B） An Amazon Parrot. （ C） Rising Crime Rates in American Society. （ D
48、） How to Protect Your House Section C Directions: In this section, you will hear a passage three times. When the passage is read for the first time, you should listen carefully for its general idea. When the passage is read for the second time, you are required to fill in the blanks numbered from 36
49、 to 43 with the exact words you have just heard. For blanks numbered from 44 to 46 you are required to fill in the missing information. For these blanks, you can either use the exact words you have just heard or write down the 36 Blogging is a pastime for many, even a livelihood for a few. For some, it becomes an 【 B1】 _. Such bloggers often feel compelled to write several times daily and feel 【 B2】 _ if they dont keep up. As they spend more time leaning over their computers, they 【 B
