湖北普通专升本英语模拟试题(二)

湖北普通专升本英语模拟试题（二）Part I Vocabulary and Structure1.The boys father bought him a large toy train _.A) which to play with B) to play with it C) to play with D) at which to play2._ you poor record in school, we think you should study harder.A) In view of B) In charge of C) In spite of D) In case of3.There are more than fifty proposals _ at the conference.A) discussed B) to be discussed C) discussing D) having been discussed4.Police have _ to the public to come forward with any information which might help them in their inquiries.A) urged B) claimed C) appealed D) called5.I am sorry I _ your glasses off the desk when I was wiping it.A) drew B) hit C) struck D) knocked6.Why dont you have a night out? It would take your _ off your worries.A) cares B) heart C) head D) mind7.Some hard plastics can be _ metals in manufacturing machine parts.A) substituted for B) taken the place of C) replaced in D) given way to8.His understanding made a deep impression _ the young girl.A) in B) on C) for D) to9.They have been trying to arrive at a practical solution _ the problem.A) in B) to C) on D) with10.In many American families, parents feel that children should make important decisions _.A) to themselves B) on themselves C) of themselves D) by themselves11.There is hardly an environment on earth _ some species of animal or other has not adapted successfully.A) to which B) wherever C) so that D) as to12.Some metals are better conductors of electricity than others _ means that the former have atom that contain more free electron than the latter.A) that B) this C) which D) it13.A good friend is one who will _ you when you are in trouble.A) stand for B) stand by C) stand up to D) stand up with14.The speaker _ his notes before the lecture.A) ran down B) ran into C) ran out D) ran over15.I find this treatment very _ to my health.A) advisable B) invaluable C) beneficial D) worthy16.Dont have him for a friend. Hes _ a criminal.A) anything but B) but for C) rather than D) nothing but17.Most doctors recognize that medicine is _.A) an art as much it is a science B) as much an art as it is a scienceC) as an art as much it is science D) much an art as it is a science18.As a _ president, his views are treated with respect when he is interviewed.A) prior B) previous C) late D) former19.It is highly desirable that a new president _ for this college.A) appointed B) be appointed C) is appointed D) has been appointed20.The supply of electric power to Madrid and neighboring districts has had to be _.A) weakened B) omitted C) restricted D) lowered21.If the earth suddenly _ spinning, we would all fly off it.A) had stopped B) stopped C) has stopped D) would stop22.Is it advisable to _ our body to the sunlight.A) reveal B) display C) expose D) show23.He demanded that we explain what was happening, _?A) hadnt we B) didnt we C) hadnt he D) didnt he24.It was impossible to avoid _ by the stormy weather.A) being much affected B) to be much affected C) having much affected D) to have been much affected25._ in England. Anne Bradstreet both admired and imitated several English poets.A) Having born and educated B) To be born and educated C) Since born and educated D) Born and educated26.After searching for half an hour, she realized that her glasses _ on the table all the time.A) had been lying B) had been lain C) have been lying D) were lain27.They hurried there only to find the meeting cancelled. In fact, they _ at all.A) might not have gone B) mustnt have gone C) neednt have gone D) wouldnt have gone28.The time has come _ we can make extensive use of nuclear energy.A) when B) while C) as D) since29.Hardly _ the helicopter _ when the waiting crowd ran toward it.A) had ., landed B) has ., landed C) did., land D) was., landing30._ the punishment was unjust. Helen accepted it without complaint.A) However B) So long as C) Even though D) SincePart II ClozeWhat do we mean by a perfect English pronunciation? In one _31_ there are as many different kinds of English as there are speakers of it. _32_ two speakers speak in exactly the same _33_, we can always hear differences _34_ them, and the pronunciation of English _35_ a great deal in different geographical _36_ How do we decide what sort of English to use as a _37_ This is not a question that can be _38_ in the same. Way for all foreign learners of English _39_ you live in a part of the world, _40_ India or West Africa, where there is a long _41_ of speaking English for general communication purposes, you should _42_ to acquire a good variety of the pronunciation of this area. It would be a _43_ in these circumstances to use as a model BBC English or _44_ of the sort. On the other hand, if you live in a country _45_ there is no traditional use of English, you must take _46_ your model some form of _47_ English pronunciation. It does not _48_ very much which form you choose. The most _49_ way is to take as your model the tort of English you can _50_ most often.31.A) meaning B) case C) sense D) situation（B）32.A) Not B) None C) No D) Nor（B）33.A) way B) form C) sort D) type（D）34.A) from B) among C) of D) between（A）35.A) varies B) changes C) shifts D) alters（B）36.A) parts B) areas C) countries D) spaces（A）37.A) direction B) model C) symbol D) guide（D）38.A) given B) responded C) answered D) satisfied（D）39.A) Because B) When C) Whether D) If（C）40.A) like B) in C) as D) near（C）41.A) tradition B) use C) custom D) habit（C）42.A) propose B) aim C) select D) tend（D）43.A) fashion B) nonsense C) mistake D) possibility（A）44.A) everything B) nothing C) things D) anything（C）45.A) that B) where C) which D) wherever（A）46.A) as B) with C) on D) to（D）47.A) practical B) domestic C) new D) native（C）48.A) care B) affect C) matter D) trouble（D）49.A) sensitive B) effective C) ordinary D) careful（A）50.A) listen B) find C) notice D) hear（B）Part III Reading ComprehensionPassage One Questions 51 to 55 are based on the following passage. The question of whether our government should promote science and technology or the liberal arts in higher education isnt an either or proposition (命题）, although the current emphasis on preparing young Americans for STEM (science, technology, engineering, maths)-related fields can make it seem that way. The latest congressional report acknowledges the critical importance of technical training, but also asserts that the study of the humanities (人文学科) and social sciences must remain central components of Americas educational system at all levels. Both areas arc critical to producing citizens who can participate effectively in our democratic society. become innovative (创新的）leaders, and benefit from the spiritual enrichment that the reflection on the great ideas of mankind over time provides. Parents and students who have invested heavily in higher education worry about graduates job prospects as technological advances and changes in domestic and global markets transform professions in ways that reduce wages and cut jobs. Under these circumstances, its natural to look for what may appear to be the most “practical” way out of the problem: Major in a subject designed to get you a job” seems the obvious answer to some, though this ignores the fact that many disciplines in the humanities characterized as “soft” often, in fact, lead to employment and success in the long run. Indeed, according to surveys, employers have expressed a preference for students who have received a broadly-based education that has taught them to write well, think critically, research creatively, and communicate easily. Moreover, students should be prepared not just for their first job. but for their 4th and 5th jobs, as theres little reason to doubt that people entering the workforce today will be called upon to play many different roles over the course of their careers. The ones who will do the best in this new environment will be those whose educations have prepared them to be flexible. The ability to draw upon every available tool and insight-picked up from science, arts, and technology to solve the problems of the future, and take advantage of the opportunities that present themselves, will be helpful to them and the United States. 51. What does the latest congressional report suggest? A) STEM-related subjects help students find jobs in the information society. B) The humanities and STEM subjects should be given equal importance. C) The liberal arts in higher education help enrich students spiritual life. D) Higher education should be adjusted to the practical needs of society. 52. What is the main concern of students when they choose a major? A) Their interest in relevant subjects. C) The quality of education to receive. B) The academic value of the courses. D) Their chances of getting a good job. 53. What does the author say about the so-called soft subjects? A) They benefit students in their future life. B) They broaden students range of interests. C) They improve students communication skills. D) They are essential to students healthy growth. 54. What kind of job applicants do employers look for? A) Those who have a strong sense of responsibility. B) Those who are good at solving practical problems. C) Those who are likely to become innovative leaders. D) Those who have received a well-rounded education. 55. What advice does the author give to college students? A) Seize opportunities to tap their potential. C) Prepare themselves for different job options. B) Try to take a variety of practical courses. D) Adopt a flexible approach to solving problems. Passage Two Questions 56 to 60 are based on the following passage. Libraries are my world. Ive been a patron (老主顾) all my life, and for the past nine years Ive worked at multiple libraries and archives in and around Detroit. The library as an institution has many roles, but as our country struggles through an economic crisis, I have watched the library where I work evolve into a career and business center, a community gathering place and a bastion (堡垒) of hope. In the spring of 2007 I got a library internship (实习生的位置) at the Southfield Public Library (SPL), just north of Detroit. Summers at SPL were usually slow, but that year, we experienced a library that was as busy as science-fair project week, midterms or tax season. Yet patrons werent looking for Mosbys Nursing Drug Reference or tax return forms. They were coming for information on growing their small business. I interpreted peoples interest in our business collection as the first step to pursuing their dreams, but these patrons were not motivated by dreams. They were responding to reality, and they were looking for Plan B. Things worsened in 2008, and in 2009 the economic crisis continues to plague Michigan. Last year, we put up a display with a variety of job resources that we restocked every hour. Each night the library closed, the display was bare. While we normally keep displays up for a week, we kept the job resources display up for months. Then theres the tightening credit market. People see the writing on the wall and they want to get educated. They cant afford a financial adviser, but checking books out is free. Some of the most popular titles now are Rich Dad, Poor Dad. Think and Grow Rich, and Suze Ormans 2009 Action Plan. The economic downturn affects us all. I have had to work long hours and dont get to see much of my boyfriend or experience any kind of social life lately, but I am thankful to be in a position where I can help people overcome this struggle. In Michigan, we havent lost hope. As long as there are libraries here, there will always be hope. 56. What changes has the current economic crisis brought to the library? A) It has opened its age-old archives to the general public. B) It has become a job and business information center. C) It has evolved into a place for business transactions. D) It has had to cut its budget to get through the crisis. 57. What does the author say about the Southfield Public Library in the summer of 2007? A) It was overflowing with visitors. B) It launched a science project series. C) It added many books on business to its collection.D) It was full of people seeking information on drugs. 58. What can be inferred from peoples strong interest in the librarys business collection? A) They think it is now time to realize their dreams. B) They find economics helpful in tiding over the crisis. C) They consider it a trend to start their own business. D) They are concerned about the worsening economy. 59. Why were there no more job resources on display by the end of the day? A) The library staff could not do the restocking quickly enough. B) People competed with each other for the jobs listed in the ads. C) People were much interested in the job resources on display. D) All the materials on display were free of charge to the jobless. 60. How did the author feel about working in the library? A) She felt contented to be in a position to render help. B) She felt pleased to be able to give hope to the jobless. C) She felt rewarded to have gained a lot of experience. D) She felt sorry to miss the social life she used to enjoy. Passage Three Questions 61 to 65 are based on the following passage. A recent global survey of 2 000 high-net-worth individuals found that 60% were not planning on a traditional retirement. Among US participants, 75% expected to continue working in some capacity even after stepping away from full-time jobs. Many of these people made their wealth by doing something theyre passionate (有激情的）about, says Daniel Egan, head of behavioral finance for Barclays Wealth Americas. Given the choice, they prefer to continue working. Barclays calls these people “nevertirees”. Unlike many Americans compelled into early retirement by company restrictions, the average nevertiree often has no one forcing his hand. If 106-year-old investor Irving Kahn, head of his own family firm, wants to keep coming to work every day, whos going to stop him? Seventy-eight-year-old Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburgs job security is guaranteed in the Constitution. It may seem that these elderly people are trying to cheat death. In fact, they are. And its working. Howard Friedman, a professor at UC Riverside, found in his research that those who work hardest and are successful in their careers often live the longest lives. People are generally being given bad advice to slow down, take it easy, stop worrying, and retire to Florida， he says. He described one study participant, still working at the age of 100, who was recently disappointed to see his son retire. Were beginning to see a change in how people view retirement， says George Leeson, co-director of the Institute of Population Ageing at Oxford. Where once retirement was seen as a brief reward after a long struggle through some miserable job, it is now akin (近似）to being cast aside. What Leeson terms the Warren Buffett effect is becoming more broadly appealing as individuals come to view retirement as not simply being linked to economic productivity but also about contribution. Observers are split on whether this is a wholly good thing. On the one hand, companies and financial firms can benefit from the wisdom of a resilient (坚韧的）chief. On the other, the new generation can find it more difficult to advancean argument that typically holds little sway to a nevertiree. 61. What do we learn about the so-called “nevertirees”？ A) They are passionate about making a fortune. B) They have no choice but to continue working. C) They love what they do and choose not to retire. D) They will not retire unless they are compelled to. 62. What do Irving Kahn and Ruth Bader Ginsburg have in common? A) Neither of them is subject to forced retirement. B) Neither of them desires reward for their work. C) Both cling to their positions despite opposition. D) Both are capable of coping with heavy workloads. 63. What is the finding of Howard Friedmans research? A) The harder you work, the bigger your fortune will be. B) The earlier you retire, the healthier you will be. C) Elderly people have to slow down to live longer. D) Working at an advanced age lengthens peoples life. 64. What is the traditional view of retirement according to the passage? A) It means a burden to the younger generation. B) It is a symbol of a mature and civilized society. C) It is a compensation for ones life-long hard work. D) It helps increase a nations economic productivity. 65. What do critics say about nevertirees? A) They are an obstacle to a companys development. B) They lack the creativity of the younger generation. C) They cannot work as efficiently as they used to. D) They prevent young people from getting ahead. Short Answer QuestionsDirections:In this part there is a short passage-with five questions or incomplete statements. Read the passage carefully. Then answer the questions or complete the statements in the fewest possible words (not exceeding 10 words).As researchers learn more about how childrens intelligence develops, they are increasingly surprised by the power of parents. The power of the school has been replaced by the home. To begin with, all the factors which are part of intelligencethe childs understanding of language, l