英语A级考试07年6月真题.doc

2007年6月PRETCO考试A级试卷Part I: Listening Comprehension (15minutes)Section ADirections: This section is to test your ability to understand short dialogues. There are 5 recorded dialogues in it. After each dialogue, there is a record question. Both the dialogues and questions will be spoken only once. When you hear a question, you should decide on the correct answer from the 4 choices marked A), B), C) and D) given in your test paper. Then you should mark the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the center.1. A) He has returned from a conference.B) Hell have a conference next Friday. C) Hes waiting for the man in his office.D) He wont be available until next Friday.2. A) Doctor and patient.B) Boss and secretary.C) Waitress and guest.D) Husband and wife.3. A) Study math with John.B) Talk with John about his study.C) Ask John to be their tutor.D) Take John to a doctor.4. A) The man doesnt like the climate in Chicago.B) The woman likes Chicago very much. C) The woman has just been to Chicago.D) The man knows little about Chicago.5. A) Take another interview.B) Work with his father.C) Start his own company. D) Stay at the present job.Section B:Directions: This section is to test your ability to understand short conversations. There are 2 recorded conversations in it. After each conversion, questions will be spoken two times. When you hear a question, you should decide on the correct answer from the 4 choices marked A), B), C) and D) given in your test paper. Then you should mark the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the center.Conversation 16. A) Miss Smith. B) Miss White. C) Mr. Brown. D) Mr. Smith7. A) Mr. Browns address. C) The telephone number. B) Miss Smiths message. D) The time for the visit.Conversation 28. A) By train. B) By plane C) By bus. D) By ship.9. A) Two weeks. B) Three weeks. C) Twenty days. D) Thirty days.10. A) Sad. B) Excited. C) Happy. D) Frightened.Section CDirections: This section is to test your ability to comprehend short passages. You will hear a recorded passage. After that you will hear five questions. Both the passage and the questions will be read two times. When you hear a question, you should complete the answer to it with a word or a short phrase (in not more than 3 words). The questions and incomplete answers are printed in your paper. You should write your answers on the Answer Sheet correspondingly. Now listen to the passage.11. What does your doctor usually advise you to do when youre quite sick? To .12. What does the speaker think of following a doctors advice? Following a doctors advice is not always .13. What will keep a sick man working when he should have gone to bed? The stress of his .14. What will happen to the person who doesnt take medicines properly? The medicines will do the person .15. How should a person rest during an illness? He should rest both his body and .Part II: Structure (15 minutes)Directions: This part is to test your ability to construct grammatically correct sentences. It consists of 2 sections.Section A:Directions: In this section, there are 10 incomplete sentences. You are required to complete each one by deciding on the most appropriate word or words from the 4 choices marked A), B), C) and D). Then you should mark the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the center.16. Once more I have to leave Beijing, I have been living for eight years.A) that B) where C) which D) as 17. Its my great honor to give a speech at the opening ceremony. A) to invite B) inviting C) having invited D) to be invited18. For years, doctors millions of patients lives with the help of microscopes. A) have saved B) are saving C) will save D) were saving 19. She didnt go to the party last night, she had to finish her term paper. A) if B) though C) till D) because20. It wasnt such a good job she had read about in the advertisement.A) like B) which C) as D) what21. I was almost asleep last night when I suddenly heard someone at the door.A) be knocking B) knocking C) to knock D) having knocked22. This problem is his ability and I dont think he can solve it.A) to B) in C)beyond D) under23. The conference in Beijing next week is bound to be a great success.A) holding B) being held C) to hold D) to be held24. There are two maps on the wall: one is a map of China, and is a map of the world.A) other B) another C) the other D) the others25. Not until yesterday anything about the project that will be complete soon.A) did I learn B) have I learnt C) I learnt D) that I learntSection BDirections: There are 10 incomplete statements here. You should fill in each blank with the proper form of the word given in brackets. Write the word or words in the corresponding space on the Answer Sheet.26. The engineers spent the whole night (work) on the new device.27. Im not sure whether we can gain any profit from the (invest) .28. The price of petrol is much (high) now than it was this time last year.29. No one can deny that we (make) tremendous progress in the twenty years.30. The research group has submitted a report, (suggest) reforms to be made.31. The people injured in the accident (send) to the nearest hospital for treatment last night.32. The organization started a (nation) campaign against cigarette smoking in public places.33. Application for this training course should be sent (direct) to the admission office.34. It is high time that the manager (pay) more attention to the services for the customers.35. When (ask) about the advertising campaign of the new product, the manager said it was a great success.Part III: Reading Comprehension (40 minutes)Task IDirections: After reading the following passage, you will find 5 questions or unfinished statements, numbered 36 to 40. For each question or statement there are 4 choices marked A), B), C) and D). You should make the correct choice and mark the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the center.Rockwatch The Best Club on EarthIf you are a young person and interested in geology, then Rockwatch is the club for you!When You JoinNew memberships receive a Rockwatch Rox file each. This has the information and to tips you will need to start enjoying geology. Its designed to serve as your own field notebooks as well.In it you will find your membership card full color mini-map thumbs up guide fact cardsRockwatch Magazine Our lively magazine is mailed to members three times a year. Then can read reports and news from around the world, and articles on everything from diamonds to dinosaurs (恐龙), earthquakes to erosion（水土流失）.Rockwatch Events With each magazine you will receive a Rockwatch events calendar. Rocky activities suitable for families are listed and include road shows and guided walks.The Rockwatch Rock Artist Are you an artist, or a photographer? This is your chance to become Rockwatch Rock Artist of the Year and win amazing prizes in our annual competition.Special OfferRockwatch members can have specially discounted Wildlife Watch membership. Watch is the biggest environmental action club for young people, with 100 groups across the country. You can join both clubs together by filling in the boxes in the membership form.36. New Rockwatch Rox Club members will obtain a special file when they . A) do field workB) join the clubC) buy a field notebookD) start studying geology37. Rockwatch is a magazine telling about things related to . A) geology.B) agriculture. C) politics. D) economics.38. What activities are specially arranged for Rockwatch members interested in photography?A) Guided walks.B) Rocky activities.C) Yearly competitions.D) Academic workshops.39. When applying for Wildlife Watch membership, a Rockwatch member can enjoy .A) free membershipB) a special discountC) a Rock Artist prizeD) guided road shows40. You may join both Rockwatch and Wildlife Watch clubs by .A) calling the two clubsB) providing referencesC) applying separatelyD) filling in one formTask 2Directions: This task is the same as Task 1. The 5 questions or unfinished statement are numbered 41 to 45.Everybody has an opinion about telecommuting. “It wont work in most jobs”, “It costs too much”, “It reduces air pollution”, “It helps people balance family and word responsibilities”, and “Most people are doing it”.In reality, researchers continue to find strong growth and acceptance of telecommuting. Nearly two-thirds of the top 1000 companies in the world have a telecommuting program, and 92 percent say it reduces cost and improves worker productivity. The days of everyone commuting to the office five days a week are quickly disappearing.Telecommuting involves a non-traditional work arrangement enabling workers to work at home or elsewhere, some or all of the time. This is not a new, novel, or untested way of working.But is if for you? Telecommuting is not a panacea. Whether you are a manager, or an HR (Human Resources) specialist, there are decisions to make and actions to take before you begin a telecommuting arrangement.Just us for any or all of the following meetings to get answers, information, and resources to develop and carry out a successful telecommuting arrangement. Each meeting offers you an informative presentation followed by the opportunity for a discussion with a panel of “experts” who have made telecommuting work for them.41. How do people look at telecommuting according to the first paragraph?A) They are against it.B) They dont care about it.C) They share the same view.D) They differ in their opinions.42. According to the response of most of the top 1000 companies, telecommuting .A) increases worker productivityB) will disappear in the near futureC) can not be accepted by the publicD) is practiced in all the top companies43. Which of the following statements is TRUE of telecommuting?A) It is up to the employees to accept it or not.B) It is getting popular in different companies.C) It is a new untested way of working.D) It is a traditional work arrangement.44. Before beginning a telecommuting arrangement, the management should .A) appoint a new HR specialist toB) provide the facilities and conditionsC) improve the companys productivity firstD) decide whether it is suitable for the company45. According to the last paragraph, meetings are held to A) appreciate the efforts of the telecommuting companiesB) discuss the employment of telecommuting expertsC) help introduce the practice of telecommutingD) train people before they start telecommutingTask 3Directions: The following is part of instruction. After reading it, you are required to complete the outline below it (No.46 to No.50). You should write your answer briefly (in not more than 3 words) on the Answer Sheet correspondingly.NUROFEN RECOVERY（纽洛芬去痛片）Please read these instructions carefully before you take this medicine.Nurofen Recovery dissolves（溶解） quickly on the tongue without the need to use water. It delivers relief from headaches.You should not take Nurofen Recovery if:-you have an allergic（过敏的）reaction to aspirin（阿司匹林）-you have a worsening of asthma（哮喘） when taking aspirin or similar medicines-you are under 12 years of ageAdministration:Place a tablet on the tongue, allow it to dissolve and then swallow no water is required.Adults, the elderly and children of 12 years and older:Take 2 tablets, then if necessary, take 1 or 2 tablets every 4 hours. Do not exceed 6 tablets in 24 hours. Not suitable for children under 12 years.Warnings:If you take too many tablets by mistakes, contact your doctor as soon as possible.If symptoms persist or if new symptoms occur, consult your doctor.Possible side effects:Stomach discomfort or pain, worsening of asthma or shortness of breath. If you experience any of these, stop taking the tablets and see your doctor.NUROFEN RECOVERYFunction: delivering 46 from headachesFeature: dissolving quickly on 47 People not intended for: 1）patients with an allergic reaction to aspirin 2）Patients having asthma when taking aspirin3）children under the age of 48 Dosage: 1）Starting Dose: 2 tablets 2）If necessary: take 1 or 2 tablets 49 3）Maximum daily intake: 6 tabletsPossible side effects: 1） stomach discomfort 2）worsening of asthma 3） 50 Task 4Directions: The following is a list of airport directives. After reading it, you are required to find the items equivalent to those given if Chinese in the table below. Then you should put the corresponding letters in the brackets on the Answer Sheet, numbered 51 through 55.A -Waiting and BoardingB- Luggage DeliveryC-Inspection and QuarantineD- Getting a Boarding PassE-Security CheckF-Domestic DepartureG-Over-sized Luggage Checked-inH-Goods Prohibited to be Hand-carriedI-Duty-free ArticlesJ- Customs Declaration FormK-Quantity Allowed to TakeL-Regulations on Restriction of LiquidsM-Temporary Boarding ID CardN-Guide to Outing PassengersO-Goods Prohibited to Exit the CountryP-Restriction of Hand Carry-on ArticlesQ - Detection PassageExamples: (L)限带液体物品的规定 (C) 检查与检疫51.( )离港旅客指南 ( )领取登机牌52.( )禁止携带出境的物品 ( )大件行李托运53.( )候机/登机 ( )禁止随身携带的物品54.( )限带物品数量 ( )检查通道55.( )海关申报表 ( )免税物品Task 5Directions: The following is part of an introduction to life insurance. After reading it, you should give brief answers to the 5 questions (No.56 to No.60) that follow. The answer (in not more than 3 words) should be written after the corresponding numbers on the Answer Sheet.When you buy life insurance, you want a policy that fits your needs at a reasonable cost. Your first step is to determine how much life insurance you need. Next, you need to decide how much money you can afford to pay. Finally, you must choose the type of policy that meets your coverage（保险类别） goals and fits into your financial plan. Once you have completed these steps, you will be able to move ahead and contact several life insurance companies through an agent who will shop for the right type of policy for you.There are many reasons for purchasing life insurance, among which are the following: Insurance to provide family protection and financial security to surviving family members upon the death of the insured person. Insurance to cover a particular need upon the insureds death such as paying off a mortgage or other debts.56. What should you take into consideration when choosing a life insurance policy?Both your needs and the .57. Whats the relationship between the type of policy and your financial plan?The type of policy should meet your .58. Who can help you buy the right type of policy from an insurance company? .59. Who will benefit from the life insurance upon the death of the insured person?Surviving 60. What is the second goal for buying life insurance?To pay off a mortgage or after death.Part IV: Translation English into Chinese (25 minutes)Directions: This part, numbered 61 through 65, is to test your ability to translate English into Chinese. After each of the sentences numbered 61 to 64, you will read four choices of suggested translation. You should choose the best translation and mark the corresponding letter on your Answer Sheet. And for the paragraph numbered 65, write your translation in the corresponding space on the Translation/ Composition Sheet.61. During the meeting held in Brazil last month the supporters of free trade argued that these economic policies could benefit all nations.A) 支持者上个月在巴西召开自由贸易会议,他们辩称这些经济政策有利于所有的国家。B) 上月在巴西召开的会议上自由贸易的支持者辩称,这些经济政策会使所有国家都受益。C) 自由贸易的支持者在上个月召开巴西会议时提出了这些经济政策,以帮助所有国家。D) 在上个月的会议上，巴西的支持者就自由贸易政策是否有利于所有国家展开了辩论。62. The game industry as part of the entertainment business is catching up fast with movies and TVs in terms of both popularity and yearly profit.A) 游戏业和娱乐业一样，在受欢迎的程度和年收入方面都飞快超越了电影和电视。B) 游戏产业作为娱乐业的组