4月中央电大部分专业本科学士学位英语统一考试真题与答案A卷

1、中央电大部分专业本科学士学位英语统一考试真题（A卷）2008年4月注 意 事 项 一、本场考试时间为上午9：0011：00. 二、考生务必在答题卡上用黑色字迹签字笔填写自己的准考证号、姓名和学校，再用2B铅笔把对应准考证号码的标号涂黑。 三、请考生仔细阅读题目的说明。 四、答案必须按要求写在答题卡规定的位置上，凡是写在试题册上的答案一律作废。 五、答题时，Part至 Part 部分用2B铅笔按示例填涂，如：BCD，用其它符号答题者不记分。修改时，必须先用橡皮擦去原来选定的答案，然后再按要求重新作答。 六、Part V 部分必须用黑色字

2、迹的签字笔在答题卡规定区域内作答，超出黑色矩形边框区域的答案无效。Part I Reading Comprehension (30%)Directions: There are three passages in this part. 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 blacken t

3、he corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet. Passage 1Looking back on my childhood, I am convinced that naturalists are born and not made. Although we were brought up in the same way, my brothers and sisters soon abandoned their pressed(紧抱的) flowers and insects. Unlike them, I hand no ear for music

4、and languages, I was not an early reader and I could not do mental arithmetic. Before World war I we spent our summer holidays in Hungary. I have only the dim memory of the house we lived in, of my room and my toys. (76) Nor do I recall clearly the large family of grandparents, aunts, uncles an

5、d cousins who gathered next door. But I do have a crystal-clear memory of dogs, the farm animals , the local birds and above all ,the insects. I am a naturalist, not a scientist. I have a strong love of the natural world, and my enthusiasm has led me into varied investigations. I love discussin

6、g my favorite topics and enjoy burning the midnight. I love discussing my favorite topics and enjoy burning the midnight oil, reading about other peoples observations and discoveries .then something happens that brings these observations together in my conscious mind. Suddenly you fancy you see the

7、answer to the riddle(谜) ，because it all seems to fit together. This has resulted in my publishing 300 papers and books, which some might honor with the title of scientific research. But curiosity, a keen eye, a good memory and enjoyment of the animal and plant world do not make a scientist; one of t

8、he outstanding and essential qualities required is self-discipline, a quality I lack. A scientist can be made .A naturalist is born . If you can combine the two, you get the best of born worlds. 1.According to the author, a born naturalist should first of all be _. A. full of enthusiasmB. self-

9、disciplined C. full of ambitionD. knowledgeable 2.The first paragraph tells us that the author _. A. lost his hearing when he was a child B. didnt like his brothers and sisters C. was born to a naturalists family D. was interested in flowers an insects in his childhood3.The author says that he is a

10、naturalist rather than a scientist probably because he thinks he _. A. just reads about other peoples observations and discoveries B. comes up with solutions in most natural ways C. has a great deal of trouble doing mental arithmetic D. lacks some of the qualities required of scientist4.The author c

11、ant remember his relatives clearly because_. A. he was fully occupied with observing nature B. he didnt live very long with them C. the family was extremely large D. he was too young when he lived with them5.Which of the following statement is true? A. The author believes that a born naturalist cann

12、ot be a scientist.B. The authors brothers and sisters were good at music and languages.C. The author read a lot of books about the natural world and the oil industry. D. The author spent a lot of time working on riddles. Passage 2 Questions 6 to 10 are based on the following passage. If you have a c

13、hance to go to Finland, you will probably be surprised to find how “foolish” the Finnish people are.Take the taxi drivers for example. Taxis in Finland are mostly high-class Benz with a fare of two US dollars a kilometer. You can go anywhere in one, tell the driver to drop you at any place, say that

14、 you have some business to attend to, and then walk off without paying your fare. The driver would not show the least sign of anxiety.The dining rooms in all big hotels not only serve their guests, but also serve outside diners. Hotel guests have their meals free, so they naturally go to the free di

15、ning rooms to have their meals. The most they would do to show their good faith is to wave their registration card to the waiter. With such a loose check, you can easily use any old registration card to take a couple of friends to dine free of charge.The Finnish workers are paid by the hour. (77)

16、60;They are very much on their own as soon as they have agreed with the boss on the rate. From then on they just say how many hours they have worked and they will be paid accordingly.With so many loopholes(漏洞) in everyday life, surely Finland must be a heaven to those who love to take “petty ad

17、vantages”. But the strange thing is, all the taxi passengers would always come back to pay their fare after they have attended to their business; not a single outsider has ever been found in the free hotel dining rooms. And workers always give an honest account of the exact hours they put in. As the

18、 Finns always act on good faith in everything they do, living in such a society has turned everyone into a real “gentleman”.(78) In a society of such high moral practice, what need is there for people to be on guard against others?6. While taking a taxi in Finland, _ A. a passenger can go anywh

19、ere without having to pay the driver B. a passenger pays two US dollars for a taxi ride C. a passenger can never be turned down by the taxi driver wherever he wants to go D. a passenger needs to provide good faith demonstration before they leave without paying7.We know from the passage that big hote

20、ls in Finland_. A. provide meal for only those who live in the hotels B. provide meals for any diners C. provide free wine and charge for food D. are mostly poorly managed 8.Which of the following is NOT true according to the passage? A. The workers in Finland are paid by the hour. B. The bosse

21、s in Finland are too busy to check the working hours of their employees. C. The workers are always honest with their working hours. D. The workers and their bosses will make an agreement in advance about the pay.9.The word “those” in the last paragraph probably refers to _ A. people who of

22、ten take taxis B. people who often have meals in big hotels C. people who are dishonest D. people who are worthy of trust 10. It can be concluded that _ A. Finnish people are not smart enough in daily life B. Finland has been a good place for cheats C. the Fin

23、nish society is of very high moral level D. all the Finns are rich Passage 3Questions 11 to 15 are based on the following passage:There are many factors which may have an influence on adults and children being able to lead a healthy life.Nowadays, people are very busy. Often, both parents

24、work outside the home. Children are expected to take on more responsibility at home to help their parents. They also have sporting and leisure activities as well as school expectations.The busyness also adds another factor: the need to use cars to get from one place to another quickly.Today, so

25、ciety places a lot of emphasis on technology. Computers, DVDs. CDs, television, PlayStations and Xboxes have become major leisure activities, rather than traditional more active pursuits. This has led to a more sedentary lifestyle.The media provide entertainment and information. (79)U

26、nfortunately, they also promote fast food which fits easily into busy lifestyles. It is much more convenient at times to buy a quick takeaway rather than prepare a meal. The media constantly bombard(轰炸) their audience with perfect body images, the need to buy the most fashionable clothes, the m

27、ost up-to-date computer games, the best places to visit and the best things to do.Environments vary. We may be exposed to pollution , such as cigarette smoke. This can be harmful to people who suffer from breathing difficulties. (80)Environments where passive smoking is unavoidable make it diff

28、icult to lead a healthy life.It is important factor influencing healthy lifestyles is motivation. Or the desire to be healthy. Any person who wants to be healthy will find a way to be healthy if he/she is motivated enough! 11. The passage is mainly about _. A. benefits of a healthy life style B

29、. demands of daily life C. factors affecting a healthy lifestyle D. a positive approach to healthy living 12. The word “sedentary” in Paragraph 4 probable means _. A. having a lot of things to do B. involving little exercise or physical activity C. being isolated from the outside world D.

30、experiencing a lot of stress13. Which of the following is NOT mentioned in the passage as a factor leading to the popularity of fast food? A. Cheap price. B. The media. C. Busy lifestyle. D. Convenience14. Which is NOT listed as a factor influencing the ability to have a healthy lifestyle? A.Polluti

31、on. B.  Economic factors. C. Dependence upon cars. D. Influence of family or friends. 15. According to the author, _ may be the most important factor influencing healthy lifestyles. A. technology B. cultural background C. environment D. the desire to be healthyPart II Vocabulary and Struct

32、ure (30%) Directions: In this part there are 30 incomplete sentences. For each sentence there are four choices marked A, B, C and D. Choose the ONE answer that best completes the sentence. Then blacken the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet. 16. Hearing the gunshot, all the birds flew _ every

33、direction.A. in  B. on C. to  D. toward 17. The factory had to _ number of employees because of the economic decline in the country.A. lay out  B. lay off  C. lay aside  D. lay down 18. His parents _ his money, so he is in trouble now.A. cut off B. cut through C. g

34、ave up D. brought down 19. Can you _ the difference _ the two phrases?A. tell, between B. speak, from  C. say, of D. talk, between 20. If anyone happens to drop in while I am out, _ him or her leave a message.A. have B. get  C. ask  D. tell 21. There is no doubt _

35、you will pass the exam this time. You have worked so hard in the past months.A. whether B. that  C. if  D. what 22. I _ the boy to save money, but he wouldnt listen.A. hoped B. suggested  C. wanted D. made 23. I made a call to my parents yesterday. To my disappointment, _ of

36、 them answered it.A. either  B. none  C. neither D. nobody 24. No matter _ he is able to come to the party or not, we will invite him.A. when B. whether C. how D. why 25. The idea _ to him in his dream and he decided to carry it out.A. happened  B. struck C. appeared D. occu

37、rred 26. He would have paid _ for the house if the salesgirl had insisted because he really wanted it.A. twice as much  B. much as twice C. as much twice D. twice much as 27. They decided to chase the cow away _ it did more damage.A. unless B. until C. before D. although 28. We w

38、anted a new table for dinner, so my father bought _ from a furniture store yesterday.A. itself  B. one  C. himself D. another 29. A library with five thousand books _ to the nation as a gift.A. is offered B. has offered C. are offered D. have offered 30. _ is often the case, we h

39、ave worked out the production plan.A. Which B. When C. What D. As 31. It is no _ talking to him, because he will never change his mind.A. help B. use C. time  D. way 32. The way I thought of _ the animal was of great value.A. protecting B. protect C. being protected D. to protect 

40、;33. In another year or so, you _ all about it. A. forget B. would forget C. have forgotten D. will have forgotten 34. No one here believes the reason _ he gave for his lateness. A. that B. why C. for which D. what 35. The novel I bought last week is worth _ ,I think. A. reading B. being r

41、eadC. to read D. to be read 36. After the fire, _ would otherwise be a cultural center is now reduced to a pile of ashes. A. that B. it C. which D. what 37. Did you notice the little boy _ away? A. took the candy and run B. taking the candy and run C. take the candy and run D. who tak

42、ing the candy and running 38. _ gives people more knowledge of the society than literature. A. Anything B. Nothing C. Something D. Everything 39. If Mary catches _ her diary, shell be angry. A. you reading B. yours reading C. you read D. you to read 40. Dont worry me now, I will mend

43、that coat _.A. by and by B. off and on  C. back an forth D. now and then 41. Please join us. We can easily make _ for one more at this table. A. seat B. place C. room D. space  42. You may depend on _ will not repeat his mistakes. A. it that B. that C. him that D. which that

44、 43. “That latest car must have cost you a pretty penny.” “Oh, no ,_.” A. it didnt  B. it mustnt C. it hasnt D. it must havent  44. _ the first to use nuclear weapons. A. At no time China will be B. Never China will be C. Will China never be D. At no time will China be 45. E

45、ncouragement is sometimes much more _ than criticism. A. effective B. efficient C. executive D. extensivePart III Identification (10%) Directions: Each of the following sentences has four underlined parts marked A, B, C and D. Identify the one that is not correct. Then blacken the corresponding lett

46、er on the Answer Sheet. 46. Two woman teachers and four girl students were praised at the meeting yesterday. A  B CD47. After she got married, Lily went to see her mother each other week.  A B C D48. There will be m

47、ore than three hundreds students taking part in the sports meet.  A  B  C D49.While shopping, people sometimes cant help persuading into buying something they dont A   B  Creally need.  D50. We are al

48、l for your proposal that the discussion is to be put off. A    B  C D51. Factory workers had to work very hard before, so had farmers.  A  B  C  D52. He finds it easier to do the cooking

49、0;himself than teaching his wife to cook.    A  B  C D53. There was too much dust that we couldnt see what was happening.  A B   C  D54. The boy did not have to leave the next day

50、because he got his visa extending.  A  B  C  D55. What does Mr. Johnson like? Hes a friendly sort of man. I like to work with him. A B C   DPart IV Cloze (10%) Directions: There are 20 blanks in the following passage, an

51、d for each blank there are 4 choices marked A, B, C and D at the end of the passage. Then blacken the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet. A young woman was driving through the 56   countryside. It was dark and raining. Suddenly she saw an old woman 57  the side of the road, 58  

52、her hand out as if she wanted  59 .“I cant 60  her out in this weather,” the woman said to herself, so she stopped the car and opened the door. “Do you want a lift?” she asked. The old woman 61  and climbed into the car. After a 62   she said to the old woman, “Have you been wait

53、ing for a long time?” The old woman shook her head. “ 63 ,” thought the young woman. She 64  again. “Bad weather for the time of the year.” She said. The old woman nodded. No matter 65 the young woman said the hitchhiker（搭便车的人）gave no answer 66  a nod of the head. Then the young woman 67 &

54、#160;the hitchhikers hands, which were large and hairy. Suddenly she 68 that the hitchhiker was 69 a man! She stopped the car. “I cant see out of t he rear screen,” she said, “Would you mind 70 it for me?” The hitchhiker nodded and opened the door. 71 the hitchhiker was out of the car, the frightene

55、d young woman  72 . When she got to the next village, she 73 to a stop. She noticed that the hitchhiker had _74 his handbag 75 She picked it up and opened it. She gave a gasp(喘气); inside the bag was a gun! 56.A. lovelyB. lonely C. noisy D. crowded 57.A. at B. beside C. by D. near 58.A. holding

56、B. to hold C. to be holdingD. to be held  59.A. an aid B. a taxi C. a car D. a lift 60.A. permit B. leave C. allow D. order 61.A. answering B. shook C. nodded D. smiles 62.A. while B. moment C. time D. period 63.A. Curious B. Interesting C. Strange D. Wonderful 64.A. told B. did C. made D. trie

57、d  65.A. when B. which C. how D. what  66.A. except for B. apart from C. other than D. more than 67. A. saw B. noticed C. watched D. observed  68.A. recognized B. realized C. recovered D. remembered  69.A. practically B. basically C. actually D. probable 70.A. clear B. cleared C. to clear D. clearing 71.A. As long as B. As far as C. As soon as D. As