2024年4月7日发(作者：塞语蝶)
2020年12月大学英语四级真题及答案（第一套）
Part I Writing (30 minutes)
Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write on the topic Changes in the
Way of Education. You should write at least 120 words but not more than 180 words.
Part II Listening Comprehension
Section A
Directions: In this section, you will hear three news reports. At the end of each news report, you
will hear two or three questions. Both the news report 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 1 with a single line through the centre.
【听力原文】News Report One
A poisonous fish which has a sting strong enough to kill a human is invading the
Mediterranean, warned scientists. The International Union for the Conservation of Nature (UICN)
has raised concerns after the poisonous fish was spotted in the water around Turkey, Cyprus and
the eastern Mediterranean. Native to the South Pacific and Indian Ocean, the potentially deadly
fish has poisonous hooks and a painful sting capable of killing people. Although fatalities are rare,
the stings can cause extreme pain and stop people breathing. The fish, often known as Devil
Firefish, is a highly invasive species. And environmentalists fear its arrival could endanger other
types of marine life. After being spotted in the Mediterranean, a marine scientist says, “The fish is
spreading, and that’s a cause for concern
Questions 1 and 2 are based on the news report you have just heard.
1.
What is reported in the news?
A. Many people have been attacked by Devil Firefish.
B. The Mediterranean is a natural habitat of Devil Firefish.
C. Invasive species are driving away certain native species.
D. A deadly fish has been spotted in the Mediterranean waters.
2. What is the environmentalists’ concern of the spread of Devil Firefish in the Mediterranean?
A. It could badly pollute the surrounding waters.
B. It could pose a threat to other marine species.
C. It could disrupt the food chains there.
D. It could add to greenhouse emissions.
【听力原文】News Report Two
Almost half the centre of Paris will be accessible only by foot or bicycle this Sunday to mark
World Car-Free Day. This is in response to rising air pollution that made Paris the most polluted
city in the world for a brief time. Mayor Anne Hidalgo promoted the first World Car Free Day last
year. Hidalgo also has supported a Paris Breathes Day. On the first Sunday of every month, Paris
clears traffic from eight lanes of the main road. About 400 miles of streets will be closed to cars.
It is expected to bring significant reduction in pollution levels. “Last year's car-free day showed a
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40% drop in pollution levels in some parts of the city, according to an independent air pollution
monitor”, reports the Guardian, “and some levels dropped by 50% in the city centre
Questions 3 and 4 are based on the news report you have just heard.
3. What will happen on World Car Free Day in Paris?
A. Cars will not be allowed to enter the city.
B. Pedestrians will have free access to the city.
C. About half of its city center will be closed to cars.
D. Buses will be the only vehicles allowed on its streets.
4. What motivated the mayor of Paris to promote the first World Car Free Day in her city?
A. The unbearable traffic noise. B. The worsening global warming.
C. The ever-growing cost of petrol. D. The rising air pollution in Paris.
【听力原文】News Report Three
A Philippine fisherman was feeling down on his luck when a housefire forced him to clear
out his possessions and change locations. Then, a good luck charm that he had kept under his bed
changed his life. The unidentified man had fished out a giant pearl from the ocean when his
anchor got stuck on the rock while sailing off a coastal island in the Philippines ten years ago.
When he was forced to sell it, the shocked tourist agent at Puerto Princesca told him that the
77-pound giant pearl that he had kept hidden in his rundown wooden house was the biggest pearl
in the world, which was valued at 76 million pounds. The pearl of Allah, which is currently on
display in a New York museum, only weighs 14 pounds. That is five times smaller than the pearl
that the fisherman just handed in. The monstrous pearl, measured at 1 foot wide and 2.2 feet long,
is going to be verified by local experts and international authorities before hopefully going on
display to attract more tourists in the little town.
Questions 5 to 7 are based on the news report you have just heard.
5. What happened to the Philippine fisherman one day?
A. His house was burnt down in a fire. B. Many of his possessions were stolen.
C. His good luck charm sank into the sea. D. His fishing boat got wrecked on a rock.
6. What was the fisherman forced to do?
A. Change his fishing locations. B. Find a job in a travel agency.
C. Sell the pearl he had kept for years. D. Spend a few nights on a small island.
7. What did the fisherman learn from the tourist agent?
A. His pearl could be displayed in a museum.
B. His monstrous pearl was extremely valuable.
C. The largest pearl in the world weighs 14 pounds.
D. A New York museum has the world's biggest pearl.
Section B
Directions: In this section, you will hear two long conversations. At the end of each conversation,
you will hear four questions. Both the conversation 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 I with a single line through the centre.
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【听力原文】Conversation One
W: Mr. Smith, It's a pleasure meeting you!
M: Nice to meet you, too. What can I do for you?
W: Well, I'm here to show you what our firm can do for you. Astro Consultants has branches in
over fifty countries, offering different business services. We're a global company with 75
years of history. And our clients include some of the world's largest companies.
M: Thank you, Mrs. Houston. I know Astro Consultants is a famous company. But you said you
would show me what you could do for me. Well. What exactly can your firm do for my
company?
W: We advise businesses on all matters, from market analysis to legal issues. Anything a
business like yours could meet. Our firm offers expert advice.
Could I ask you, Mr. Smith, to tell me a little about your company and the challenges you
face? That way, I could better respond as to how we can help you.
M: OK, sure. This is a family business started by my grandfather in 1950. We employ just over
100 people. We manufacture an export stone for buildings and other constructions. Our
clients usually want a special kind of stone cut in a special design. And that's what we do in
our factory. Our main challenge is that our national currency is rising, and we're losing
competitive advantages to stone produces in India.
W: I see. That's very interesting. I will suggest that you let us first conduct a financial analysis of
your company, together with the analysis of your competitors in India. That way, we could
offer the best advice on different ways forward for you.
Questions 8 to 11 are based on the conversation you have just heard.
8. What do we learn about the woman's company?
A. It boasts a fairly long history.
B. It has over 50 business partners.
C. It has 75 offices around the world.
D. It produces construction materials.
9. What does the man say about his own company?
A. It was started by his father. B. It has about 50 employees.
C. It is over 100 years old. D. It is a family business.
10. What is the main problem with the man's company?
A. Outdated product design.
B. Loss of competitive edge.
C. Shortage of raw material supply.
D. Legal disputes in many countries.
11. What does the woman suggest doing to help the man's company?
A. Introducing innovative marketing strategies.
B. Seeking new ways to increase its exports.
C. Providing training for its staff members.
D. Conducting a financial analysis for it.
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【听力原文】Conversation Two
W: Wow, congratulations, Simon! The place looks absolutely amazing!
M: Really? You think so?
W: Of course. I love it. It looks like you had a professional interior designer. But you didn't, did
you?
M: No. I did it all by myself with a little help from my brother, Greg. He's actually in the
construction business, which was really helpful.
W: Honestly, I'm impressed! I know I can probably repaint the walls in my house over a
weekend or something, but not a full renovation. Where did you get your ideas? I wouldn't
know where to start.
M: Well, for a while now, I've been regularly buying home design magazines. Every now and
then, I'd saved the pictures I liked. Believe it or not, I have a full notebook of magazine
pages. Since by overall style was quite minimal, I thought and hoped a whole renovation
wouldn't be too difficult. And sure enough, with Greg's help, it was very achievable.
W: Wasn't it expensive? I have imagined a project like this could be.
M: Actually, it was surprisingly affordable. I managed to sell a lot of my old furniture and put
that extra money towards the new material. Greg was also able to get some discount
materials from a recent project he was working on as well.
W: Great! If you don't mind, I'd like to pick your brain a bit more. Johansson and I are thinking
of renovating our sitting room, not the whole house, not yet anyway. And we'd love to get
some inspiration from your experience. Are you free to come over for a coffee early next
week?
Questions 12 to 15 are based on the conversation you have just heard.
12. What do we learn about the woman from the conversation?
A. She is a real expert at house decorations.
B. She is really impressed by the man's house.
C. She is well informed about the design business.
D. She is attracted by the color of the sitting room.
13. Where did the man get his ideas for the project?
A. From a construction businessman.
B. From his younger brother Greg.
C. From home design magazines.
D. From a professional interior designer.
14. What did the man say about the project he recently completed?
A. The cost was affordable. B. The style was fashionable.
C. The effort was worthwhile. D. The effect was unexpected.
15. Why does the woman invite the man to her house next week?
A. She'd like him to talk with Jonathan about a new project.
B. She'd like to show him around her newly-renovated house.
C. She wants to discuss the house decoration budget with him.
D. She wants him to share his renovation experience with her.
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Section C
Directions: In this section, you will hear three passages. At the end of each passage, you will hear
three or four questions. Both the passage 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 1
with a single line through the centre.
【听力原文】Passage One
Removing foreign objects from ears and noses costs England almost ￡3m a year, a study
suggests. Children were responsible for the vast majority of cases - 95% of objects removed from
noses and 85% from ears. Every year, an average of 1,218 nose and 2,479 ear removals took
place between 2010 and 2016. According to England's Hospital Episode Statistics, children aged
one to four were the most likely to need help from doctors for a foreign object in their nose. Five
to nine year olds come to the hospital with something in their ear the most. Jewelry items
accounted for up to 40% of cases in both the ears and noses of children. Paper and plastic toys
were the items removed next most from noses. Cotton buds and pencils were also found in ears.
According to the study, the occurrence of foreign objects in children is generally attributed to
curiosity. Children have an impulse to explore their noses and ears. This results in the accidental
entry of foreign objects. Any ear, nose and throat surgeon has many weird stories about wonderful
objects found in the noses and ears of children and adults. Batteries can pose a particular danger.
In all cases, prevention is better than cure. This is why many toys contain warnings about small
parts. Recognizing problems early and seeking medical attention is important.
Questions 16 to 18 are based on the passage you have just heard.
16. What does England spend an annual ￡3m on?
A. Paying hospital bills for emergency cases.
B. Doing research on ear, nose and throat diseases.
C. Removing objects from patients' noses and ears.
D. Providing routine care for small children.
17. What do we learn from England's Hospital Episode Statistics?
A. Children aged one to four are often more curious than older children.
B. Five- to nine-year-olds are the most likely to put things in their ears.
C. Many children like to put foreign objects in their mouths.
D. Many children like to smell things they find or play with.
18. What is generally believed to account for children putting things in their ears or noses?
A. They want to attract attention.
B. They tend to act out of impulse.
C. They are unaware of the potential risks.
D. They are curious about these body parts.
【听力原文】Passage Two
Good morning, I'd like to talk to you about my charity ReBicycle. But before that, let me
introduce someone. This is Leila Rahimi. She was so scared when she first moved to New
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Zealand that she struggled to leave the house and would spend days working up the courage to
walk to the supermarket for basic supplies. After a few months of being quite down and unhappy,
she was invited to join a local bike club. At this time, ReBicycle got involved and gave Leila a
second-hand bicycle. In weeks, her depression had begun to ease as she cycled. The bicycle
totally changed her life, giving her hope and a true feeling of freedom.
To date, ReBicycle has donated more than 200 bikes to those in need, and is now expanding
bike-riding lessons as demand soars. With a bike, you can travel farther but for almost no cost.
The three hours a day that used to spend on walking to and from English language lessons has
been reduced to just one hour. Our bike-riding lessons are so successful that we are urgently
looking for more volunteers. Learning to ride a bike is almost always more difficult as an adult,
and this can take days and weeks, rather than hours. So, if any of you have some free time during
the weekend, please come join us at ReBicycle and make a difference in someone's life.
Questions 19 to 21 are based on the passage you have just heard.
19. What did ReBicycle do to help Leila Rahimi?
A. It gave her a used bicycle. B. It paid for her English lessons.
C. It delivered her daily necessities. D. It provided her with physical therapy.
20. What is ReBicycle doing to help those in need?
A. Expanding bike-riding lessons. B. Providing free public transport.
C. Offering walking tours to visitors. D. Asking local people for donations.
21. What do we learn from the passage about the ReBicycle?
A. It is a sports club. B. It is a language school.
C. It is a counseling center. D. It is a charity organization.
【听力原文】Passage Three
Thanks to the International Space Station we know quite a bit about the effects of low
gravity on the human body, but NASA scientists want to learn more. To that end, they have been
studying how other species deal with low gravity, specifically focusing on mice. The results are
both interesting and humorous.
The scientists first send some mice in a specially designed cage to the International Space
Station. The cage allowed them to study the behavior of the mice remotely from Earth via video.
As you noticed in the video, the mice definitely seem uncomfortable at the beginning of the
experiment. They move around clumsily, drifting within the small confines of the cage and do
their best to figure out which way is up, but without success. However, it's not long before the
mice begin to catch on. They adapt remarkably well to their new environment and even using the
lack of gravity to their advantage as they push themselves around the cage.
That's when things really get wild. The 11th day of the experiment shows the mice are not
just dealing with the gravity change but actually seem to be enjoying it. Several of the mice are
observed running around the cage walls.
The scientists wanted to see whether the mice would continue doing the same kinds of
activities they were observed doing on Earth. The study showed that the mice kept much of their
routines intact, including cleaning themselves and eating when hungry.
Questions 22 to 25 are based on the passage you have just heard.
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22.
23.
24.
25.
What do Nasa scientists want to learn about?
A. How animals deal with lack of gravity.
B. How mice interact in a new environment.
C. How low gravity affects the human body.
D. How mice imitate human behavior in space.
What does the passage say about the mice at the beginning of the experiment?
A. They found the space in the cage too small to stay in.
B. They found it difficult to figure out where they were.
C. They were not used to the low-gravity environment.
D. They were not sensitive to the changed environment.
What was observed about the mice on the 11th day of the experiment?
A. They continued to behave as they did in the beginning.
B. They already felt at home in the new environment.
C. They had found a lot more activities to engage in.
D. They tried everything possible to escape from the cage.
What did the scientists find about the mice from the experiment?
A. They changed their routines in space.
B. They began to eat less after some time.
C. They behaved as if they were on Earth.
D. They repeated their activities every day.
Part III Reading Comprehension (40 minutes)
Section A
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: Please mark the corresponding letter for each item on Answer Sheet 2 with a single line
through the centre. You may not use any of the words in the bank more than once.
Questions 26 to 35 are based on the following passage
Trust is fundamental to life. If you can't trust anything, life becomes intolerable. You can't
have relationships without trust, let alone good ones.
In the workplace, too, trust is 26 . An organization without trust will be full of fear and 27 If
you work for a boss who doesn't trust their employees to do things right, you' ll have a 28 time.
They’ll be checking up on you all the time, correcting "mistakes" and 29 reminding you to
do this or that. Colleagues who don't trust one another will need to spend more time 30
their
backs than doing any useful work.
Organizations are always trying to cut costs. Think of all the additional tasks caused by lack
of trust. Audit (审计) departments only exist because of it. Companies keep large volumes of 31
because they don't trust their suppliers, their contractors or their customers. Probably more than
half of all administrative work is only there because of an ever-existing sense that "you can't trust
anyone these days."If even a small part of such valueless work could be 32 , the savings would
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2024年4月7日发(作者：塞语蝶)
2020年12月大学英语四级真题及答案（第一套）
Part I Writing (30 minutes)
Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write on the topic Changes in the
Way of Education. You should write at least 120 words but not more than 180 words.
Part II Listening Comprehension
Section A
Directions: In this section, you will hear three news reports. At the end of each news report, you
will hear two or three questions. Both the news report 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 1 with a single line through the centre.
【听力原文】News Report One
A poisonous fish which has a sting strong enough to kill a human is invading the
Mediterranean, warned scientists. The International Union for the Conservation of Nature (UICN)
has raised concerns after the poisonous fish was spotted in the water around Turkey, Cyprus and
the eastern Mediterranean. Native to the South Pacific and Indian Ocean, the potentially deadly
fish has poisonous hooks and a painful sting capable of killing people. Although fatalities are rare,
the stings can cause extreme pain and stop people breathing. The fish, often known as Devil
Firefish, is a highly invasive species. And environmentalists fear its arrival could endanger other
types of marine life. After being spotted in the Mediterranean, a marine scientist says, “The fish is
spreading, and that’s a cause for concern
Questions 1 and 2 are based on the news report you have just heard.
1.
What is reported in the news?
A. Many people have been attacked by Devil Firefish.
B. The Mediterranean is a natural habitat of Devil Firefish.
C. Invasive species are driving away certain native species.
D. A deadly fish has been spotted in the Mediterranean waters.
2. What is the environmentalists’ concern of the spread of Devil Firefish in the Mediterranean?
A. It could badly pollute the surrounding waters.
B. It could pose a threat to other marine species.
C. It could disrupt the food chains there.
D. It could add to greenhouse emissions.
【听力原文】News Report Two
Almost half the centre of Paris will be accessible only by foot or bicycle this Sunday to mark
World Car-Free Day. This is in response to rising air pollution that made Paris the most polluted
city in the world for a brief time. Mayor Anne Hidalgo promoted the first World Car Free Day last
year. Hidalgo also has supported a Paris Breathes Day. On the first Sunday of every month, Paris
clears traffic from eight lanes of the main road. About 400 miles of streets will be closed to cars.
It is expected to bring significant reduction in pollution levels. “Last year's car-free day showed a
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40% drop in pollution levels in some parts of the city, according to an independent air pollution
monitor”, reports the Guardian, “and some levels dropped by 50% in the city centre
Questions 3 and 4 are based on the news report you have just heard.
3. What will happen on World Car Free Day in Paris?
A. Cars will not be allowed to enter the city.
B. Pedestrians will have free access to the city.
C. About half of its city center will be closed to cars.
D. Buses will be the only vehicles allowed on its streets.
4. What motivated the mayor of Paris to promote the first World Car Free Day in her city?
A. The unbearable traffic noise. B. The worsening global warming.
C. The ever-growing cost of petrol. D. The rising air pollution in Paris.
【听力原文】News Report Three
A Philippine fisherman was feeling down on his luck when a housefire forced him to clear
out his possessions and change locations. Then, a good luck charm that he had kept under his bed
changed his life. The unidentified man had fished out a giant pearl from the ocean when his
anchor got stuck on the rock while sailing off a coastal island in the Philippines ten years ago.
When he was forced to sell it, the shocked tourist agent at Puerto Princesca told him that the
77-pound giant pearl that he had kept hidden in his rundown wooden house was the biggest pearl
in the world, which was valued at 76 million pounds. The pearl of Allah, which is currently on
display in a New York museum, only weighs 14 pounds. That is five times smaller than the pearl
that the fisherman just handed in. The monstrous pearl, measured at 1 foot wide and 2.2 feet long,
is going to be verified by local experts and international authorities before hopefully going on
display to attract more tourists in the little town.
Questions 5 to 7 are based on the news report you have just heard.
5. What happened to the Philippine fisherman one day?
A. His house was burnt down in a fire. B. Many of his possessions were stolen.
C. His good luck charm sank into the sea. D. His fishing boat got wrecked on a rock.
6. What was the fisherman forced to do?
A. Change his fishing locations. B. Find a job in a travel agency.
C. Sell the pearl he had kept for years. D. Spend a few nights on a small island.
7. What did the fisherman learn from the tourist agent?
A. His pearl could be displayed in a museum.
B. His monstrous pearl was extremely valuable.
C. The largest pearl in the world weighs 14 pounds.
D. A New York museum has the world's biggest pearl.
Section B
Directions: In this section, you will hear two long conversations. At the end of each conversation,
you will hear four questions. Both the conversation 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 I with a single line through the centre.
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【听力原文】Conversation One
W: Mr. Smith, It's a pleasure meeting you!
M: Nice to meet you, too. What can I do for you?
W: Well, I'm here to show you what our firm can do for you. Astro Consultants has branches in
over fifty countries, offering different business services. We're a global company with 75
years of history. And our clients include some of the world's largest companies.
M: Thank you, Mrs. Houston. I know Astro Consultants is a famous company. But you said you
would show me what you could do for me. Well. What exactly can your firm do for my
company?
W: We advise businesses on all matters, from market analysis to legal issues. Anything a
business like yours could meet. Our firm offers expert advice.
Could I ask you, Mr. Smith, to tell me a little about your company and the challenges you
face? That way, I could better respond as to how we can help you.
M: OK, sure. This is a family business started by my grandfather in 1950. We employ just over
100 people. We manufacture an export stone for buildings and other constructions. Our
clients usually want a special kind of stone cut in a special design. And that's what we do in
our factory. Our main challenge is that our national currency is rising, and we're losing
competitive advantages to stone produces in India.
W: I see. That's very interesting. I will suggest that you let us first conduct a financial analysis of
your company, together with the analysis of your competitors in India. That way, we could
offer the best advice on different ways forward for you.
Questions 8 to 11 are based on the conversation you have just heard.
8. What do we learn about the woman's company?
A. It boasts a fairly long history.
B. It has over 50 business partners.
C. It has 75 offices around the world.
D. It produces construction materials.
9. What does the man say about his own company?
A. It was started by his father. B. It has about 50 employees.
C. It is over 100 years old. D. It is a family business.
10. What is the main problem with the man's company?
A. Outdated product design.
B. Loss of competitive edge.
C. Shortage of raw material supply.
D. Legal disputes in many countries.
11. What does the woman suggest doing to help the man's company?
A. Introducing innovative marketing strategies.
B. Seeking new ways to increase its exports.
C. Providing training for its staff members.
D. Conducting a financial analysis for it.
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【听力原文】Conversation Two
W: Wow, congratulations, Simon! The place looks absolutely amazing!
M: Really? You think so?
W: Of course. I love it. It looks like you had a professional interior designer. But you didn't, did
you?
M: No. I did it all by myself with a little help from my brother, Greg. He's actually in the
construction business, which was really helpful.
W: Honestly, I'm impressed! I know I can probably repaint the walls in my house over a
weekend or something, but not a full renovation. Where did you get your ideas? I wouldn't
know where to start.
M: Well, for a while now, I've been regularly buying home design magazines. Every now and
then, I'd saved the pictures I liked. Believe it or not, I have a full notebook of magazine
pages. Since by overall style was quite minimal, I thought and hoped a whole renovation
wouldn't be too difficult. And sure enough, with Greg's help, it was very achievable.
W: Wasn't it expensive? I have imagined a project like this could be.
M: Actually, it was surprisingly affordable. I managed to sell a lot of my old furniture and put
that extra money towards the new material. Greg was also able to get some discount
materials from a recent project he was working on as well.
W: Great! If you don't mind, I'd like to pick your brain a bit more. Johansson and I are thinking
of renovating our sitting room, not the whole house, not yet anyway. And we'd love to get
some inspiration from your experience. Are you free to come over for a coffee early next
week?
Questions 12 to 15 are based on the conversation you have just heard.
12. What do we learn about the woman from the conversation?
A. She is a real expert at house decorations.
B. She is really impressed by the man's house.
C. She is well informed about the design business.
D. She is attracted by the color of the sitting room.
13. Where did the man get his ideas for the project?
A. From a construction businessman.
B. From his younger brother Greg.
C. From home design magazines.
D. From a professional interior designer.
14. What did the man say about the project he recently completed?
A. The cost was affordable. B. The style was fashionable.
C. The effort was worthwhile. D. The effect was unexpected.
15. Why does the woman invite the man to her house next week?
A. She'd like him to talk with Jonathan about a new project.
B. She'd like to show him around her newly-renovated house.
C. She wants to discuss the house decoration budget with him.
D. She wants him to share his renovation experience with her.
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Section C
Directions: In this section, you will hear three passages. At the end of each passage, you will hear
three or four questions. Both the passage 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 1
with a single line through the centre.
【听力原文】Passage One
Removing foreign objects from ears and noses costs England almost ￡3m a year, a study
suggests. Children were responsible for the vast majority of cases - 95% of objects removed from
noses and 85% from ears. Every year, an average of 1,218 nose and 2,479 ear removals took
place between 2010 and 2016. According to England's Hospital Episode Statistics, children aged
one to four were the most likely to need help from doctors for a foreign object in their nose. Five
to nine year olds come to the hospital with something in their ear the most. Jewelry items
accounted for up to 40% of cases in both the ears and noses of children. Paper and plastic toys
were the items removed next most from noses. Cotton buds and pencils were also found in ears.
According to the study, the occurrence of foreign objects in children is generally attributed to
curiosity. Children have an impulse to explore their noses and ears. This results in the accidental
entry of foreign objects. Any ear, nose and throat surgeon has many weird stories about wonderful
objects found in the noses and ears of children and adults. Batteries can pose a particular danger.
In all cases, prevention is better than cure. This is why many toys contain warnings about small
parts. Recognizing problems early and seeking medical attention is important.
Questions 16 to 18 are based on the passage you have just heard.
16. What does England spend an annual ￡3m on?
A. Paying hospital bills for emergency cases.
B. Doing research on ear, nose and throat diseases.
C. Removing objects from patients' noses and ears.
D. Providing routine care for small children.
17. What do we learn from England's Hospital Episode Statistics?
A. Children aged one to four are often more curious than older children.
B. Five- to nine-year-olds are the most likely to put things in their ears.
C. Many children like to put foreign objects in their mouths.
D. Many children like to smell things they find or play with.
18. What is generally believed to account for children putting things in their ears or noses?
A. They want to attract attention.
B. They tend to act out of impulse.
C. They are unaware of the potential risks.
D. They are curious about these body parts.
【听力原文】Passage Two
Good morning, I'd like to talk to you about my charity ReBicycle. But before that, let me
introduce someone. This is Leila Rahimi. She was so scared when she first moved to New
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Zealand that she struggled to leave the house and would spend days working up the courage to
walk to the supermarket for basic supplies. After a few months of being quite down and unhappy,
she was invited to join a local bike club. At this time, ReBicycle got involved and gave Leila a
second-hand bicycle. In weeks, her depression had begun to ease as she cycled. The bicycle
totally changed her life, giving her hope and a true feeling of freedom.
To date, ReBicycle has donated more than 200 bikes to those in need, and is now expanding
bike-riding lessons as demand soars. With a bike, you can travel farther but for almost no cost.
The three hours a day that used to spend on walking to and from English language lessons has
been reduced to just one hour. Our bike-riding lessons are so successful that we are urgently
looking for more volunteers. Learning to ride a bike is almost always more difficult as an adult,
and this can take days and weeks, rather than hours. So, if any of you have some free time during
the weekend, please come join us at ReBicycle and make a difference in someone's life.
Questions 19 to 21 are based on the passage you have just heard.
19. What did ReBicycle do to help Leila Rahimi?
A. It gave her a used bicycle. B. It paid for her English lessons.
C. It delivered her daily necessities. D. It provided her with physical therapy.
20. What is ReBicycle doing to help those in need?
A. Expanding bike-riding lessons. B. Providing free public transport.
C. Offering walking tours to visitors. D. Asking local people for donations.
21. What do we learn from the passage about the ReBicycle?
A. It is a sports club. B. It is a language school.
C. It is a counseling center. D. It is a charity organization.
【听力原文】Passage Three
Thanks to the International Space Station we know quite a bit about the effects of low
gravity on the human body, but NASA scientists want to learn more. To that end, they have been
studying how other species deal with low gravity, specifically focusing on mice. The results are
both interesting and humorous.
The scientists first send some mice in a specially designed cage to the International Space
Station. The cage allowed them to study the behavior of the mice remotely from Earth via video.
As you noticed in the video, the mice definitely seem uncomfortable at the beginning of the
experiment. They move around clumsily, drifting within the small confines of the cage and do
their best to figure out which way is up, but without success. However, it's not long before the
mice begin to catch on. They adapt remarkably well to their new environment and even using the
lack of gravity to their advantage as they push themselves around the cage.
That's when things really get wild. The 11th day of the experiment shows the mice are not
just dealing with the gravity change but actually seem to be enjoying it. Several of the mice are
observed running around the cage walls.
The scientists wanted to see whether the mice would continue doing the same kinds of
activities they were observed doing on Earth. The study showed that the mice kept much of their
routines intact, including cleaning themselves and eating when hungry.
Questions 22 to 25 are based on the passage you have just heard.
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22.
23.
24.
25.
What do Nasa scientists want to learn about?
A. How animals deal with lack of gravity.
B. How mice interact in a new environment.
C. How low gravity affects the human body.
D. How mice imitate human behavior in space.
What does the passage say about the mice at the beginning of the experiment?
A. They found the space in the cage too small to stay in.
B. They found it difficult to figure out where they were.
C. They were not used to the low-gravity environment.
D. They were not sensitive to the changed environment.
What was observed about the mice on the 11th day of the experiment?
A. They continued to behave as they did in the beginning.
B. They already felt at home in the new environment.
C. They had found a lot more activities to engage in.
D. They tried everything possible to escape from the cage.
What did the scientists find about the mice from the experiment?
A. They changed their routines in space.
B. They began to eat less after some time.
C. They behaved as if they were on Earth.
D. They repeated their activities every day.
Part III Reading Comprehension (40 minutes)
Section A
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: Please mark the corresponding letter for each item on Answer Sheet 2 with a single line
through the centre. You may not use any of the words in the bank more than once.
Questions 26 to 35 are based on the following passage
Trust is fundamental to life. If you can't trust anything, life becomes intolerable. You can't
have relationships without trust, let alone good ones.
In the workplace, too, trust is 26 . An organization without trust will be full of fear and 27 If
you work for a boss who doesn't trust their employees to do things right, you' ll have a 28 time.
They’ll be checking up on you all the time, correcting "mistakes" and 29 reminding you to
do this or that. Colleagues who don't trust one another will need to spend more time 30
their
backs than doing any useful work.
Organizations are always trying to cut costs. Think of all the additional tasks caused by lack
of trust. Audit (审计) departments only exist because of it. Companies keep large volumes of 31
because they don't trust their suppliers, their contractors or their customers. Probably more than
half of all administrative work is only there because of an ever-existing sense that "you can't trust
anyone these days."If even a small part of such valueless work could be 32 , the savings would
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