Part One Reading Comprehension (2’×10 = 20’)

Directions: There are 2 passages in this section. Each passage is followed by some questions or unfinished statements. For each of them there are four choices marked A), B), C) and D). You should decide on the best choice and mark the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the centre.

Passage One

Air pollution can spread from city to city. It even spreads from one country to another. Some northern European countries have had “black snow” from pollutants that have traveled through the air from other countries and have fallen with the snow. So air pollution is really a global problem.

Air pollution can kill babies, older people, and those who have respiratory(呼吸的)diseases. As found in cities, air pollution increases the risks of certain lung diseases.

Air pollution can cause both airplane and car accidents because it cuts down visibility(能见度). There are other possible health dangers from air pollution that we don’t know much about. For example, scientists are trying to find out whether chemicals that reach us from the air may cause changes in our cells. These changes might cause babies to be born with serious birth defects. Scientists are trying to learn how all the many chemicals are apt(易于的)to take into our bodies from air, water, food, and even medicines act together to affect our health and the way our bodies work. That is another reason why it is so important to begin to control pollution now instead of waiting until we learn all the answers.

Air pollution costs us a lot of money. It corrodes(腐蚀)our buildings. It damages farm crops and forests. It has a destructive effect on our works of art. The cost of all this damage to our government is great. It would be much more worthwhile, both for us and for the government, to spend our tax dollars on air pollution control.

1. Air pollution may lead to airplane accidents because .

A. it may cause pilots to be ill

B. engines may fail from the air-borne dirt

C. visibility is reduced

D. it brings a lot of black snow

2. Scientists are trying to find a link between pollution and .

A. intelligence levels B. birth problems

C. man’s behavior D. the nervous system

3. Scientists have not yet determined .

A. all of the effects of pollution on the human body

B. how pollution can be controlled successfully

C. when the atmosphere first became polluted

D. how some snow becomes black

4. The author suggests that before air pollution becomes more serious, .

A. factories will be forced to stop operating

B. buildings should be protected

C. the earth will begin to grow colder

D. more money should be spent to solve the problem

5. We can conclude that .

A. civilization may be ruined if pollution is not controlled

B. pollution is more serious in Europe than it is in America

C. most people do not know that pollution is a serious problem

D. we should learn all the answers before we begin to control pollution

Passage Two

Stiletto heels could be banned from the workplace because of health and safety reasons, according to British Trade Union bosses. The Trade Union Congress, predominantly male, has proposed a motion arguing that high heels are disrespectful to women while they also contribute to long term injuries. They propose instead that women wear “sensible shoes” with an inch heel limit in an attempt to avoid future foot and back pain as well as injuries. The motion is due to be debated at next month’s conference. The motion states: “Congress believes high heels may look glamorous on the Hollywood catwalks but are completely in appropriate for the day-to-day working environment. Feet bear the burden of daily life, and for many workers prolonged standing, badly fitted footwear, and in particular high heels can be a hazard. Around two million days a year are lost through sickness as a result of lower limb disorders. Wearing high heels can cause long-term foot problems and also serious foot, knee and back pain and damaged joints. Many employers in the retail sector force women workers to wear high heels as part of their dress code. More must be done to raise awareness of this problem so that women workers and their feet are protected.”

Nadline Dorries, the Tory Member of Parliament, however criticized the motion and said the extra height heels give women can help them when in the workplace. “I’m 5ft 3in and need every inch of my Christian Louboutin heels to look my male colleagues in the eye,” she said. “If high heels were banned in Westminster, no one would be able to find me. The Trade Union leaders need to get real, stop using obvious sexist tactics by discussing women’s stilettos to divert tension away from Labor chaos.”

Michelle Dewberry, a former winner of The Apprentice, said the motion was patronizing(自认为高人一等的). “This is absolutely ridiculous and I think these union officials should be spending their time dealing with more important issues”, she said. “I’m at work in five-inch heels and perfectly able to do my job. Heels are sexy, they boost your confidence and they are empowering to women. I can’t imagine these officials debating a motion about how tightly men should wear their ties. Wearing heels is a personal choice.”

6. Which of the following best explains what stiletto heels are?

A. Very high heels that women wear. B. Shoes with an inch heel limit

C. High heels most appropriate for catwalks. D. Shoes most suitable for retail sector worker

7. Why do the Trade Union leaders propose to ban stiletto heels from the workplace?

A. Because they don’t want to have the workplace look like Hollywood.

B. Because they think the stiletto heels give women excuse to ask for a sick leave.

C. Because the shoes are believed to be harmful to people’s health.

D. Because they hold the idea that women themselves should decide what to wear.

8. Why did Nadline Dorries criticize the motion?

A. Because she feels the extra height helps people to find her.

B. Because she feels the extra height improves her vision.

C. Because she feels the extra height adds to her personal charm.

D. Because she feels the extra height makes her more confident.

9. What is Michelle Dewberry’s opinion on the motion?

A. The union leaders should mind their own business.

B. Women are perfectly able to decide what to wear.

C. Union officials shouldn’t have debates on any motions.

D. Women will never be hurt wearing the stiletto heels.

10. What can you infer from the passage?

A. Union leaders care about women employees very much.

B. Women think differently from male union leaders.

C. There is going to be a heated debate over this motion.

D. Height means power and confidence at workplaces.

Part Two Listening Comprehension (35’)

Section A (1’×15 = 15’)

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. 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. Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer sheet with a single line through the centre.

11. A. Invite four people to dinner.

B. Book a corner table for six.

C. Give a birthday party in the restaurant.

D. Book a table for four people at 6:00.

12. A. Teacher and student. B. Patient and doctor.

C. Customer and waiter. D. Husband and wife.

13. A. Walking. B. Sightseeing.

C. Driving. D. Shopping.

14. A. The man lives in New York.

B. The man enjoys his trip.

C. The man is going to phone the woman.

D. Someone is waiting for him.

15. A. She will decide later.

B. She doesn’t care for either.

C. She doesn’t want to go out.

D. She wants the man to decide.

16. A. Frank’s car was accidentally lost.

B. Frank was killed in a car accident.

C. Frank fell out of a car.

D. Frank survived a car accident.

17. A. At 8:30. B. At 9:00.

C. At 9:10. D. At 10:00.

18. A. Coming back for a later show.

B. Waiting in a queue.

C. Coming back in five minutes.

D. Not going to the movie today.

Conversation One

Questions 19 to 22 are based on the conversation you have just heard.

19. A. 80 pounds a month.

B. 100 pounds a month.

C. Ranging from 80 to 100 pounds a month.

D. 180 pounds a month.

20. A. 2 bedrooms with the kitchen and dining room separated or combined.

B. 2 bedrooms with kitchen and dining room separated.

C. 2 bedrooms with kitchen and dining room combined.

D. 2 bedrooms without the kitchen and dining room.

21. A. 0.5 mile.

B. 1 mile.

C. 1.5 miles.

D. 2 miles.

22. A. Look for more houses that might meet their needs.

B. Go to the ideal house and have a look.

C. Talk with their parents about the rental fees.

D. Sign the contract terms.

Conversation Two

Questions 23 to 25 are based on the conversation you have just heard.

23. A. Their different plans for summer vacation.

B. A vacation without the sea.

C. The silver beams of the moon reflected on the ocean.

D. A group of tourists going to the mountain every summer.

24. A. To go swimming every day.

B. To stay in the mountains as usual.

C. To go to the seaside.

D. To enjoy the silver beams of the moon.

25. A. He likes swimming.

B. He will still go to the mountains this summer.

C. He doesn’t want to go to the seaside.

D. He will go to a seaside city alone.

Section B (1’×10 = 10’)

Directions: In this section, you are going to hear three short passages. At the end of each passage, you will hear some questions. Both the passages 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). Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer sheet with a single line through the centre.

Passage One

Questions 26 to 28 are based on the passage you have just heard.

26 A. Lack of confidence.

B. Lack of intelligence.

C. Carelessness.

D. Absent-mindedness.

27 A. To accompany his children on a train ride.

B. To have a holiday with his children on the beach.

C. To take his children to visit a friend of his in a seaside town.

D. To stay at home and take care of his children.

28 A. He could not find his children at the station.

B. He could not find the piece of paper his wife gave him.

C. He forgot the phone number of his home.

D. The train had already gone.

Passage Two

Questions 29 to 31 are based on the passage you have just heard.

29 A. She told Peter to buy her an inexpensive gift.

B. She told Peter not to buy her a gift.

C. She told Peter to buy her an expensive gift.

D. She told Peter not to buy any gift but write her a letter.

30 A. The history and grammar of languages.

B. Everyday use of language.

C. Homes, work, coffee shops, elevators, and supermarkets.

D. The relationship between people.

31 A. The differences between the way men and women travel to different places.

B. The differences in the way people treat others’ conversation.

C. The differences between the way men and women communicate.

D. The differences in the way people from different geographic areas behave.

Passage Three

Questions 32 to 35 are based on the passage you have just heard.

32 A. He listens to music and makes music himself.

B. He listens to music from early in the morning till late at night, at home and at school.

C. He goes to discos, parties and concerts frequently.

D. He listens to music while he is having breakfast and doing homework.

33 A. It makes young people neglect their studies.

B. It causes clashes between parents and their teenage children.

C. It is often too loud.

D. It is often linked to young people taking drugs.

34 A. Steve would take drugs.

B. Steve’s hearing would be damaged someday.

C. Steve would sooner or later get mixed up with some evil guys.

D. Steve would become self-centered.

35 A. Music has become a very important part of life for children and adults.

B. Whether music is good or not to people depends on how it is used.

C. Teenagers nowadays spend less time on their studies than listening to music.

D. Music has more negative effects than positive effects on teenagers.

Section C (10’)

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 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 main points in your own words. Finally, when the passage is read for the third time, you should check what you have written. (请写在答题纸上)

Advertising is a way of bringing (36) to the public for the purpose of selling a product, a service, an idea, or an (37) . The information is transmitted by means of (38) ___________ word or over the air. It may be presented as a simple (39) ____________ of fact, or as more often, it may be offered in colorful or even (40) language. All advertising is intended to stimulate people to do some (41) __________ things, such as buy a product, order a service, join an organization, or (42) ___________ a meeting and so on. Each advertisement is paid for by a person, a group, an organization, or a (43) ___________ enterprise seeking to advance his or her goals.

In a modern society, everyone uses advertising in one way or another. A person may obtain a job by answering a classified ad, or sometimes called a small ad. It is placed in a newspaper by those wishing to sell or buy something, lease or rent something, offer or get employment, etc. (44) _____________________ whose advertisements express ideas that attract him. In choosing food products and other items of daily living, he is usually guided or influenced by advertising. (45) ___________________________.

Advertising has certainly played an important part in making modern goods and services available to the general public, it hastened consumer’s acceptance of such new products as cars, telephones, electric refrigerators, and frozen foods. (46) ___________________________________.

Part Three Vocabulary and Structure (0.5’×20 = 10’)

Directions: There are 20 incomplete sentences in this part. For each sentence there are four choices marked A, B, C and D. Choose the ONE answer that best completes the sentence. Then mark the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the centre.

47. Isn’t this straw hat beautiful? My wife ________ it on her business trip to China last year.

A. runs into B. came upon with C. came upon D. comes across

48. The spokesman was merely given a _____ version of the document, so he didn’t know much about the details.

A. condense B. condensed C. condensing D. condensable

49. To be granted a substantial yearly bonus(奖金)is considered ________ to getting a raise in pay.

A. comparison B. comparative C. comparably D. comparable

50. The boss ________ him that she had no plan to let him go.

A. insured B. ensured C. assured D. sured

51. Plenty of football and basketball clubs are eager to________ young athletes if they show great promise.

A. smash B. sponsor C. steer D. spur

52. _________ fired, your health care and other benefits would not be immediately cut off.

A. Would you be B. Should you be C. Could you be D. Might you be

53. Anyone without patience and _________ is unlikely to make a good researcher.

A. persistence B. consist C. consistence D. persist

54. The new secretary has written a remarkably ________ report within a few hundred words but with all the important details included.

A. brisk B. precise C. elaborate D. concise

55. He returned to his hometown so that he could ________ his passion for football.

A. indulge B. break C. limit D. obsess

56. From all the indications, it is safe to ________ that the prices of cars will go down by large margins.

A. consume B. assure C. resume D. assume

57. He tried to explain the complicated theory to me, but I got even more _______ by the technical terms in his explanation.

A. encouraged B. confused C. imported D. convinced

58. As the clouds drifted away, an even higher peak became_______ to the climbers.

A. evident B. apparent C. visible D. obvious

59. She wants to drop out of college and become a singer, but her parents _______ very much on her intention.

A. frown B. emphasize C. disapprove D. focus

60. A peculiarly pointed chin is her most memorable facial _______.

A. mark B. feature C. appearance D. trace

61. I have bought so many new books this year that it’s really difficult for me to keep _______ of them.

A. account B. recount C. constant D. count

62. The theories of relativity have made _______ changes in our views of the universe.

A. fundamental B. ambitious C. linguistic D. respective

63. The lady dressed in the latest Paris fashion is _______ in her appearance but rude in her speech.

A. excessive B. elaborate C. elegant D. exaggerated

64. The failure of the movie hastened her decision to _______ from the glamorous screen and spend more time with her family.

A. retreat B. resign C. reject D. replace

65. Our _______ talks promise a good future for our cooperation.

A. exterior B. initial C. interior D. invisible

66. There is much I enjoy about the changing seasons, but my favorite time is the _______ from fall to winter.

A. transmission B. transformation C. transition D. transfer

Part Four Banked Cloze (1’×10 = 10’)

Directions: In this section, there is a passage with ten blanks. You are required to select one word for each blank from a list of choices given in a word bank following the passage. Read the passage through carefully before making your choices. Each choice in the bank is identified by a letter. You may not use any of the words in the bank more than once. (请在答题纸上写单词的代号)

Ivory Soap is an American institution, about widely recognized as the Washington Monument and far more well respected than Congress. It had already (67) ____________ this noble status when Theodore Roosevelt was still a rough-riding cowboy in North Dakota. Introduced in 1879 as an (68) ____________ white soap intended to rival the quality of (69) ____________ soaps, it was mass marketed by means of one of the first nationwide advertising (70) ____________. People were told that Ivory was “so pure that it floats,” and the notion took (71) ____________. As a result, at least half a dozen generations of Americans have gotten themselves clean with Ivory.

So many hands, faces, and baby bottoms have been washed with Ivory that their numbers (72) ____________ the imagination. Not even Proctor & Gamble knows how many billions of (73) ____________ of Ivory have been sold. The company keeps a precise count, (74) ____________, of the billions of dollars it earns. (75) ____________ sales of Ivory Soap, Ivory Snow, Crest toothpaste, Folger’s coffee, and the hundreds of other products now marketed under the Proctor & Gamble umbrella (76) ____________ thirty billion dollars.

Part Five Translation (写在答题纸上) ( 2’×5 = 10’)

Directions: Complete sentences by translating into English the Chinese given in brackets.

77. If you do have financial difficulties, __________ (你可以申请学生贷款).

78. His mother insisted that __________ (他每月的零花钱不能超过100元).

79. His first debate on TV __________ (给听众留下了深刻的印象).

80. It’s one thing to understand the principle, __________ (要付诸实践又是另外一回事).

81. We bought a car last month, __________ (是用我的名字登记的).

Part Six Writing ( 15’ ×1=15’)

Directions: For this part, you are required to write a short essay on the topic Graduates’ Cost in Job-hunting. You should write at least 120 words (no more than 150 words) based on the topic sentence for each paragraph:

1. 大学生的求职花费逐年增高

2. 分析原因

3. 我的观点

(注：作文写在答题纸上)

参考答案：

Part One Reading Comprehension (2’×10 = 20’)

1-5 C B A D A 6-10 A C D B C

Part Two Listening Comprehension (1’×25+0.5×8+2×3 = 35’)

11-15 D C C B D 16-20 D C A C A 21-25 A B A C A 26-30 D B B B B 31-35 C D D B B

36. information 37. event 38. printed 39. statement

40. emotional 41. specific 42. attend 43. business

44. A person may decide to join an organization.

45. Advertisements may also influence his choice of a vacation spot, hotel, etc.

46.It seeks to make each product represent a new and better way of life.

Part Three Vocabulary and Structure (0.5’×20 = 10’)

47-51 C B D C B 52-56 B A D A D 57-61 B C A B D 62-66 A C A B C

Part Four Banked Cloze (1’×10 = 10’)

67-71 A I G L O 72-76 D K C M J

Part Five Translation ( 2’×5 = 10’)

77. you can apply for a student loan.

78. his pocket money (should) not exceed 100 yuan per month.

79. made / left a deep impression on his audience.

80. it’s another thing to put it into practice.

81. which was registered under my name / and it was registered under my name.

Part Six Writing ( 15’×1=15’)

Open.