1、大学英语四级模拟试卷 666及答案与解析 一、 Part I Writing (30 minutes) 1 For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write a short essay on the topic of Skipping Classes. You should write at least 120 words following the outline given below. 1大学生逃课现象普遍 2由此带来的问题 3从我做 起,杜绝逃课 Skipping Classes 二、 Part II Reading Comprehe
2、nsion (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 1-7, mark: Y (for YES) if the statement agrees with the information given in the passage; N (for NO) if the sta
3、tement contradicts the information given in the passage; NG (for NOT GIVEN) if the information is not given in the passage. 1 Tips for Traveling Alone When it comes to traveling, sometimes taking a journey alone can be great. Traveling alone allows for a time of self-reflection, relaxation and self-
4、discovery, when you can take the time to soak in the opportunity to experience your choice destination exactly the way you want. Planning your trip 1. Where to stay So youve finally decide to take advantage of some well-earned vacation time and visit Prague, the city of your dreams. Because youll be
5、 all by yourself, the planning of your trip is automatically different. One of the first questions worth considering is how youre going to spend your time in the beautiful Czech Republic capital. Are you intending to do some cheap travel or would you rather go all-out and book a room in a fancy hote
6、l? Because traveling alone means your money is funding the trip, a wise choice would be to stay youth hostels. Cast away the wrong idea that these place are uncomfortable and dirty, and accept the fact that hostels provide safe, clean, comfortable, and most importantly, cheap housing that millions o
7、f students and economical travelers take advantage of every year. It is relatively easy to book a room at a hostel via the Internet, and plenty of information available about each one. On the other hand, if you cant wait to take advantage of room service and a Jacuzzi bath, then turn to a hotel. 2.
8、Have a plan Along with securing your accommodations, prepare a route of the journey for each day before you leave. This plan should include everything from visiting all the famous landmarks to some relaxation time, which is essential since youll be likely walking for miles in your comfortable shoes
9、(invest in a good pair, it will pay off). As great as organization is, however, you may, at times, deviate from your plan so as to leave room for some sceneries unexpected or unplanned on your trip. That is exactly the beauty of traveling alone: you are your own master, and while preparation is key,
10、 there is always room to do something wild. Important information prior to takeoff One of the hardest parts of traveling in general is coming up with a list of what youll need to bring with you (or leave behind). Thinking of these all-important items becomes all the more difficult (and necessary) wh
11、en you have no one else to rely on. 1. Luggage Whatever luggage you take, make sure its easy to handle. The best solution is to take one hold-all, be it a suitcase or a backpack, and then a smaller bag which you can hang loosely from your shoulder. Its also a good idea to keep a change of clothing i
12、n your shoulder bag in case your suitcase or backpack gets lost by an airline or bus company. 2. Carry a dictionary If youre heading for a foreign country, dont leave home without a bilingual dictionary. Although a strong grasp of Czech will prove quite difficult, it is still important to learn phra
13、ses like “thank you“ , “hello“, “please“, and “I didnt know she charged money for her time“, in case youre in trouble. 3. Make copies of documents Make a copy of all essential travel documents such as your passport and health insurance. Keep the copies separate or leave them behind with someone you
14、trust, in the event of an emergency. 4. Bring a credit card Along with cash, bring a credit card as an emergency method of payment and make sure to take note of your credit card companys customer service line in case of loss or theft. That way, you can cancel your card immediately and have a new one
15、 delivered to your trip (if possible). 5. Pack pleasure items A book to enjoy on a train ride or on the beach, a journal to record your experiences and maps to educate yourself on the layout of the area (you can get these from a tourism bureau), can make a world of a difference. With these things in
16、 mind and a positive spirit, you are now officially ready to set out on your own. Finally there Youve taken the big step, said goodbye to your family and friends, endured long plane ride, and are finally in the place you dreamed of visiting. until now. You might be quite overwhelmed by your new surr
17、oundings, but there are ways to control these feelings of over-stimulation. 1. Blend in Instead of being an outsider looking in, try to transform yourself into a relaxed traveler who is not held back by minor frustrations, such as long lines at the train station or delays in visiting hours of certai
18、n landmark. 2. Take your time Another benefit of traveling alone is the ability to explore museums and engage in other time-consuming activities. There is no pressure to rush through exhibits or cut the visit short; pace yourself and take in the masterpieces, whether youre an art lover or just a beg
19、inner. 3. Getting around Make an effort to walk everywhere within reason, of course. This will help you get in touch with the area (so to speak) and observe the locals in their element. Using your legs also allows you to find interesting shops and cafes more easily than if you were on some poor-qual
20、ity tour bus. Your goal should be to blend in, something a well-designed (and perhaps overpriced) tour wont likely offer. Wear loose, light clothing because the more comfortable you feel, the more willing you will be to stay out an extra hour to explore a section you might have overlooked. Remain en
21、thusiastic, relaxed and prepared, and the stories you will have to share upon your return will be priceless. Extra tip: Bring along a camera with lots of films. Leave your route with someone at home, along with the numbers of each place youre staying at. Its okay if your plans are not complete, but
22、if there is a big change in your plans, you might want to e-mail the new information to your “in case of emergency“ person back home. Stay safe and keep an eye out when it comes to money or your belongings; you dont have a companion to catch the pickpocket creeping up from behind. While having fun i
23、s important, so is safety. Be carefree, but dont throw caution to the wind. 2 What can we know about the city Prague? ( A) It is visited most by self-service tourists. ( B) It is the most beautiful city in East Europe. ( C) It is the capital city of Czech Republic. ( D) It is a city famous for its f
24、airy tales. 3 According to the author, youth hostels are_. ( A) cheap but inconvenient ( B) safe but uncomfortable ( C) popular and pleasant ( D) economical and tidy 4 Youth hostels dont provide the services like_. ( A) access to the Internet ( B) Jucuzzi bath ( C) breakfast ( D) swimming pool 5 Acc
25、ording to the passage, you should bring with you_in your shoulder bag. ( A) a map of the destination ( B) a change of clothing ( C) some convenience food ( D) an interesting book 6 Since you may have problems with the foreign language when traveling, youd better_. ( A) take a bilingual dictionary al
26、ong ( B) seek help from travel agencies ( C) be ready to hire an interpreter ( D) avoid talking to local citizens 7 If you bring a credit card, make sure you take down_in case of loss or theft. ( A) the card number ( B) the name of the card company ( C) the record of every expenditure ( D) the servi
27、ce number of the card company 8 What a tourism bureau may provide you with? ( A) Postcards. ( B) Information about hotels. ( C) Information about transportation. ( D) Maps. 9 When arriving at your destination, you should turn yourself into a relaxed traveler rather than 10 Traveling alone has the be
28、nefit that you can enjoy visiting museums, although it may be_ 11 Its unlikely that poor-quality tour buses take you to_. 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 wh
29、at 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, C and D, and decide which is the best answer. ( A) They are attending a rock concert. ( B) They are discussing a who
30、le deal. ( C) They are negotiating about a price. ( D) They are buying something for their firm. ( A) They should buy a monthly meal ticket. ( B) It is no good buying meals separately. ( C) The price of a meal varies from month to month. ( D) Since neither way helps save money, they can do it either
31、 way. ( A) He doesnt have a computer. ( B) His computer needs to be repaired. ( C) He cant understand the instructions. ( D) He has a doctors degree in computer science. ( A) Selling out travelers checks. ( B) Saving some of the checks. ( C) Lending her some of the checks. ( D) Getting more traveler
32、s checks. ( A) Send the ring to the police station. ( B) Wait for the owner of the ring. ( C) Hand in the ring to the Security Office. ( D) Take the ring to the administration building. ( A) Have dinner in the cafe ( B) Try to get a job in the cafe ( C) Find out when the cafe opens. ( D) Meet her in
33、 the cafe this evening. ( A) He wants to get a new position. ( B) He is asking the woman for help. ( C) He has left the woman a good impression. ( D) He enjoys letter writing. ( A) The woman did her share in doing the job. ( B) The man took for granted the womans help. ( C) The woman did not help fu
34、lfill the plan. ( D) The man will help the woman in return. ( A) It can not start up. ( B) The brakes got loose. ( C) The engine tends to die. ( D) It can not be stopped properly. ( A) There are so many cars waiting for repair. ( B) The repairman needs to check it again. ( C) The repairman is not av
35、ailable now. ( D) There are serious problems with it. ( A) He has made a lot of money. ( B) He promised his son to buy a new one for him. ( C) It is a long distance from his home to the working place. ( D) He worries that the old one will cause trouble during the travel. ( A) He wants to drop her co
36、urse. ( B) He is unable to attend her class. ( C) He wants to hand in a late assignment. ( D) He wants to deliver something to her office. ( A) Find out a course. ( B) Drop off a paper. ( C) Go to a meeting. ( D) See an adviser. ( A) Paint a landscape. ( B) Take a final exam. ( C) Give an oral repor
37、t. ( D) Buy several books. ( A) Change his major. ( B) Meet with her tomorrow. ( C) Discuss the class with his roommate. ( D) Come to her office before her meeting. Section B Directions: In this section, you will hear 3 short passages. At the end of each passage, you will hear some questions. Both t
38、he 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) It is impossible to prevent children from being injured. ( B) Too many methods have been taken to protect children. ( C) More children di
39、ed from injuries in developing countries. ( D) Nobody knows that accidents dont have to happen. ( A) Leaving the wells open. ( B) Forbidding drunken people to drive. ( C) Having a guard at the window. ( D) Making children learn about poisons. ( A) Children aged below 5. ( B) Children aged from 5 to
40、14. ( C) Children aged from 15 to 19. ( D) Children aged over 19. ( A) They often take place in the major industries. ( B) British trade unions are more powerful. ( C) There are more trade union members in Britain. ( D) Britain has less working days through strikes every 3 years. ( A) They are again
41、st the British law. ( B) They are unpredictable. ( C) They involve workers from different trades. ( D) They occur frequently these days. ( A) Trade unions in Britain are becoming more popular. ( B) Most strikes in Britain are against the British law. ( C) Unofficial strikes in Britain are easier to
42、deal with now. ( D) Employer-worker relations in Britain have become tenser. ( A) The educational values of the Indians. ( B) The colleges of the northern provinces. ( C) The talk between the Indians and the officials. ( D) The problems of the Americans in the mid-eighteenth century. ( A) To show th
43、eir pride. ( B) To describe Indian customs. ( C) To politely refuse a friendly offer. ( D) To express their opinions on equal treatment. ( A) They were being insulted by the offer. ( B) They had a better way of educating young men. ( C) They knew more about science than the officials. ( D) It would
44、be better for their boys to receive some schooling. ( A) The Indians also educated young women. ( B) The Indians had different goals of education. ( C) The Indians taught different branches of science. ( D) The Indians should teach the sons of the officials first. Section C Directions: In this secti
45、on, 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 to 43 with the exact words you have just heard. For blanks num
46、bered 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 Memory is our most important possession. Without memory, you wouldnt know who you are.You couldnt think about the past or plan for th
47、e 【 B1】 _. Memory is 【 B2】 _for everything we do as human beings. Its amazing that we have this 【 B3】 _time machine in our heads that 【 B4】 _us to record experiences and then use that information at a later time. Discovering how the brain makes and 【 B5】 _memories has to be one of the most important
48、 of all scientific 【 B6】 _. People who feel they must 【 B7】 _for having a bad memory should stop using a poor memory as an 【 B8】 _for forgetting things. The only people who have a poor memory are those whose memory function has been compromised by disease or damage. 【 B9】_. You must associate it wit
49、h something. You must exercise it or risk losing its effectiveness. Student and faculty should understand that【 B10】 _. Second, cramming for finals is a very bad way to learn something that will last. Information from cramming will come in and go out. 【 B11】 _ 37 【 B1】 38 【 B2】 39 【 B3】 40 【 B4】 41 【 B5】 42 【 B6】 43 【 B7】 44 【 B8】 45 【 B9】 46 【 B10】 47 【 B11】 Section A Directions: In this section, there is a passage with ten blanks