1、大学英语四级模拟试卷 706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 On Over-packing. You should write at least 120 words following the outline given below: 1. 目前许多商品都存在包装过度的现象 2. 这种现象会带来什么影响 3. 我的看法 On Over-packing 二、 Part II Reading Co
2、mprehension (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 t
3、he statement contradicts the information given in the passage; NG (for NOT GIVEN) if the information is not given in the passage. 2 The Study Abroad Guide Studying abroad may be that defining moment in your education that will change your life. Nothing will be quite the same after you have studied a
4、broad. Your perspectives will be global, your attitudes will be international and you will have memories that you will carry forever. Your resume will be more attractive, in some cases your language proficiency will be advanced, and you will have developed lifelong friendships. The largest misconcep
5、tion that prevents students from participating in study abroad is its perceived inaccessibility. Students who do study abroad are often amazed at how easy it is to put the whole thing together. Financial aid is often available, every major field of study can use, and study abroad is an experience av
6、ailable for every student. Its as easy as working through a checklist. The following information is just that and it should be used only as a guideline, each university or college has its own study abroad policy. Why study abroad? The most obvious reason why students study abroad is to earn academic
7、 credit. You should consider the type of credit you will earn on your study abroad program. Will you earn credit towards your major or elective credit only? Will you receive grades or Pass/Fail credit only? You may study abroad to earn upper division credits in your major field or you may be oversea
8、s to earn some of your core or general education hours in your freshman year. The world marketplace is shrinking rapidly, many companies require second languages. Foreign languages are not only valuable in the work force and they are also valuable in the real world. Study abroad coupled with an inte
9、rnational internship(实习 ) is an incredible way to gain some real world experience. Additionally you may find that only an international program can offer the real expertise you desire in your education. Australia is a great place to find a marine biology program, the engineering labs in Sweden may e
10、xceed your facilities at your home institution, and Peace studies in Geneva would offer an insight that couldnt be matched in Nebraska. International experience is ranked high among many employers as a critical asset(财富 )for prospective employees. Study abroad shows that you are resourceful, adventu
11、rous, internationally minded, and diverse. In a couple of years you will forget the name of your Literature professor in Grenoble or the name of your dorm in Beijing, but youll never forget the friends you made or the incredible experiences you shared. How do I find a program? Your first consultatio
12、n should be with your study abroad coordinator at your campus. Some colleges may have a designated faculty or administrator who performs this function. Other colleges have full-blown study abroad offices with advisors specializing in regional destinations. Chances at your university have the best pr
13、ograms for you. By going on a study abroad program developed at your school, you are more likely to be able to utilize your financial aid and receive credit for the experience. Your Study Abroad Advisor is the most experienced international education counselor for your needs; they can judge your des
14、ires and know the limitations or regulations of your college. If you cant find the right program on your campus or if your school allows you to participate in external programs then you should conduct an Internet search. The best place to start is . You can search for programs by country or field of
15、 study. Crucial information like cost, description, and program highlights are included. You can also e-mail programs directly for additional information. Who should I meet with before I go? They tell you what you need to know and who you need to see. Their job is to make sure you are prepared for y
16、our experience and that you will gain the most from your study abroad program. These administrators are often underpaid and overworked, but they remain in this field because of their love or commitment to international education. They probably wont tell you exactly where to go, its up to you to do t
17、he research. They also wont apply for your passport for you; however, if you cant figure out how to get a passport you probably shouldnt be leaving home anyway. Many universities provide an academic contract, which is your insurance as to the credit youll receive upon returning from overseas. Your a
18、cademic advisor can tell you what type of credit youre likely to receive and how it will fit into your overall degree. You will need to work closely with this administrator unless Mom and Dad will be hooking you up. Most study abroad participants utilize some form of financial aid for their experien
19、ce. The most common aid used for study abroad is student loans. Some financial aid offices require a vast amount of hoop jumping to insure that you will actually be receiving credit for your experience. They might not be financing your adventure but its still key to keep them in the loop. You probab
20、ly want to explain how this experience is integral to your degree program, how the experience will enhance your resume and insure a large job upon graduation. Its also important to keep the old folks happy, as they will probably be taking care of logistical concerns while you are out of the country.
21、 What else do I need to do? You can apply for a passport at post offices, and county and municipal offices. Apply several months before you leave, especially if you need visas from foreign embassies. You must apply in person if you are obtaining your first U.S. passport, if your old one is lost or s
22、tolen, or if you have an expired passport issued more than 12 years ago. Otherwise, you renew your passport by mail. To apply for a passport, you first need to complete Application Form DSP-11, which you can pick up anywhere you can apply for a passport. When you apply, bring Proof of U.S. citizensh
23、ip, such as a certified birth certificate, a naturalization certificate, a consular(领事的 ) report of birth abroad, a previous passport, or a certificate of citizenship. You must also bring proof of identity, such as a drivers license, a current student or work ID, or an old passport. Your social secu
24、rity card is not considered proof of your identity, but you must be able to supply the number. You will also need two “22“ photos of yourself taken in the past six months. And dont forget $60 for the processing fee. As soon as you receive your passport, make a copy of the front page that has all you
25、r identification information, and keep it in a separate place from your passport. If your passport is lost or stolen, the copy will make it easier to get a new one. Do some research and find out if your country of destination requires a visa. If so what kind of visa will you need? Sixty percent of t
26、he worlds countries require visas for any length of stay. If you travel, you may need visas for other countries. Apply early for visas. Processing time varies widely. Embassy addresses and phone numbers can be found at www.G. The Center for Disease Control offers the most up-to-date information rega
27、rding vaccinations and shots. You should also consult your doctor. International Student IDs provide you with discounts at museums, for youth admissions and fares for transportation and other great discounts. In many cases your student ID from your school will be valid. The additional benefit of an
28、International Student ID is the travel insurance, which usually includes minimal accident, health, repatriation and medical evacuation insurance. There are two major sources for student IDs. ISIC card which can be obtained at any Council Travel Center or at 2 Overseas study is, to some degree, to h
29、elp you advance your language proficiency. （ A） Y （ B） N （ C） NG 3 The author intends to offer some basic guidelines to those who plan to study abroad. （ A） Y （ B） N （ C） NG 4 Peace studies in Geneva and New York would offer an insight that couldnt be matched in Nebraska. （ A） Y （ B） N （ C） NG 5 All
30、 employers regard international experience as a critical asset for prospective employees. （ A） Y （ B） N （ C） NG 6 If you can develop the right study abroad program at your university, you will be more likely to make use of the financial assistance and get the credit for the experience. （ A） Y （ B） N
31、 （ C） NG 7 The Study Abroad Advisors are often well-paid because they often overwork and for their love or commitment to international education. （ A） Y （ B） N （ C） NG 8 Students can apply for and utilize all kinds of financial aids for their studying abroad, one of which is fellowship. （ A） Y （ B）
32、N （ C） NG 9 You must apply for a passport _ if you are obtaining your first U.S. passport, or if your old one is lost or stolen. 10 Do some research and try to find out whether the country you go to _. 11 International students IDs can provide students with _. Section A Directions: In this section,
33、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 read the fou
34、r choices marked A, B, C and D, and decide which is the best answer. （ A） Request the dormitory council to find off campus housing for her. （ B） Change to another dormitory. （ C） Ask the dormitory council to fix the problem. （ D） Ask her roommates not to play the music too loud. （ A） The lights were
35、 not working that night. （ B） There were lights there since she saw them. （ C） The man should have seen the light. （ D） The school could have easily solved the problem. （ A） He needs to have his eye checked. （ B） The music is hard to forget. （ C） The melody is not strong enough. （ D） He could hardly
36、 understand the music. （ A） She will help the man to make an appointment to meet the professor. （ B） The professor will probably change his mind. （ C） She hopes the professor will change his mind. （ D） The man can not convince the professor. （ A） The students will read. （ B） The students will have a
37、 rest （ C） The students will eat. （ D） The students will make a brake, （ A） Six. （ B） Seven. （ C） Eight. （ D） Nine. （ A） Professor Paulson has retired. （ B） The courses may not be so good now, （ C） The course is definitely worthwhile, （ D） Professor Paulson doesnt understand astrophysics. （ A） A tea
38、cher. （ B） A psychologist. （ C） A librarian. （ D） A publisher. （ A） An exam. （ B） A lunch. （ C） A class. （ D） A trip. （ A） His paper due next week. （ B） The material on the exam. （ C） His most recent exam grade. （ D） Not being able to eat lunch. （ A） To take a nap. （ B） To study. （ C） To play footba
39、ll. （ D） To eat lunch. （ A） Practice requires him to be honest. （ B） Dishonesty is not a virtue. （ C） Honesty may make him suffer. （ D） Honesty is the best policy. （ A） They avoid telling lies and are friendly to others. （ B） They usually like telling lies. （ C） They often tell lies for their own sa
40、ke. （ D） They prefer their relatives to friends. （ A） Children are honest by nature. （ B） Children should be taught to be honest. （ C） Children should learn to tell harmless lies when necessary. （ D） Children may learn from experience to be dishonest. （ A） Evidence conclusion. （ B） Analysis confirma
41、tion. （ C） Statement support. （ D） Statement support-restatement. 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 t
42、he best answer from the four choices marked A, B, C and D. （ A） To review before a final exam. （ B） To explain the early history of film. （ C） To explain the course requirements. （ D） To notify the students of a change in schedule. （ A） The silent film era. （ B） How to write a film critique. （ C） Fi
43、lms on television. （ D） Basic film concepts. （ A） Compare films from different decades. （ B） Compare films from different countries. （ C） Analyze the film theyve just seen. （ D） Study techniques used by film makers. （ A） Synthetic fuel. （ B） Solar energy. （ C） Alcohol. （ D） Electricity. （ A） Air tra
44、ffic conditions. （ B） Traffic jams on highways. （ C） Road conditions. （ D） New traffic rules. （ A） Go through a health check. （ B） Take little luggage with them. （ C） Arrive early for boarding. （ D） Undergo security cheeks. （ A） Three. （ B） Twenty-four. （ C） Two hundred. （ D） Eight. （ A） Three. （ B）
45、 Twenty-four. （ C） Two hundred. （ D） Eight. （ A） Cotton. （ B） Coffee. （ C） Iron. （ D） Rubber. （ A） Cameroon is in West Africa. （ B） Cameroon is divided by three religions which compete for the loyalty of the 8 million people. （ C） Cameroon has developed a strong economy in the past 10 years. （ D） Re
46、ligious conflict is a major social problem in Cameroon. 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
47、 the blanks numbered from 36 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 Tens of thousands of the poorest part-time
48、 students are to get extra money to help pay university fees and meet rising living costs, ministers will announce today. The students 【 B1】 _will rise by more than 25%, while the money available through “hardship funds“ will 【 B2】 _ The 【 B3】 _follows growing concern that those institutions with a
49、high 【 B4】_of part-time students will lose when tuition fees for full-time courses start next year. The Education Secretary, Ruth Kelly, said yesterday that such students played a 【 B5】 _role in higher education, and the proposed measures would 【 B6】_part-time undergraduate courses remained open to all. There are around 500,000 part-timers in higher education in England. The government expects 85,0
