( Level B , 2008.12)
Part I Listening Comprehension ( 15 minutes) Section A
Directions: This section is to test your ability to give proper answers to questions. There are 5 recorded questions in it. After each question, there is a pause. The 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 centre.
Example: You will hear:
You will read: A) I’m not sure. . B) You’re right. C) Yes, certainly
D) That’s interesting.
From the question we learn that the speaker is asking the listener to leave a message. Therefore, C) Yes, certainly is the correct answer. You should mark C) on the Answer Sheet.
〔A〕〔B〕〔C〕〔D〕
. Now the test will begin.
1. A) Thank you.. C) Oh, yes.
B) With pleasure. D) Here you are. 2. A) From 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. C) Five people.
B) Far from here. D) One hundred dollars. 3. A) Please sit down. C) I’m OK.
B) Take it easy. D) Yes, of course.
4. A) He’s a nice person. C) You’re welcome. B) I work very hard. D) Certainly not. 5. A) It’s far away. C) I hope so.
B) It’s rather warm. D) I’m afraid I can’t. Section B
Directions: This section is to test your ability to understand short dialogues. There are 5 recorded dialogues in it. After each dialogue, there is a recorded question. Both the dialogues and 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 centre.
6. A) From his frend. C) From his boss.
B) From his teacher. D) From his brother. 7. A) Attend a meeting. C) Take an interview. B) Hold a party. D) Meet a friend. 8. A) In the meeting room. C) At home
B) In her office. D) At the bank.
9. A) It’s very boring.. C) She likes it very much. B) That’s too busy. D) She’s going to give it up. 10． A） An engineer. C) A salesman. B) A doctor. D) A secretary. Section C
Directions: In this section you will hear a recorded short passage. The passage is printed in the test paper, but with some words or phrases missing. The passage will be read three times. During the second reading, you are required to put the missing words or phrases on the Answer Sheet in order of the numbered blanks according to what you hear. The third reading is for you to check your writing. Now the passage will begin.
People visit other countries for many reasons. Some travel 11 ;
others
travel to visit interesting places. Whenever you go, for whatever reason, it is important to be 12 . A touist can draw a lot of attetion from local people. Although most of the people you meet are friendly and welcoming, sometimes there are dangers. __13 , your money or passport might be stolen. Just as in your home country, do not expect everyone you meet to be friendly and __14__. It is important to prepare your trip in advance, and __15 be careful while you are traveling. Part II Vocabulary &
Structure ( 15minutes )
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) given in your test paper. Then you should mark the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the centre.
16. The newspaper ________ two people were killed in the accident. A) says B) talks C) calls D) asks
17. She told us briefly about how they succeeded in ________ the new
product..
A) develop B) to develop C) deveoped D) developing
18. The big IT company will ________ a new research center in the city. A) set up B) break up C) get u p D) turn up
19 I ________ at 130 kilometers per hour when the policeman stopped me. A) had driven B) have driven C) driver D) was driving
20. Information about the new system is easy to ________ on the
Internet.
A) like B) go C) find D) open
21. I’d like to introduce you _______ James Stewart, the new manager of our
department.
A) with B) to C) of D) on
22. We had a(n) ________ with him about this problem last night.
A) explanation B) exhibition C) impression D) discussion 23. We talked for more than three hours without _________ a cup of tea. A) to have B) having C) have D) had
24. They had to give up the plan because they had ________ money. A) come up to C) run out of B) got along with D) taken charge of 25. _________ she joined the company only a year ago, she’s already been
promoted twice.
A) Although B) Because C) If D) When Section B
Directions: There are also 10 incomplete statements here. You should fill in each blank with the proper form of the word given in the brackets. Write the word or words in the corresponding space on the Answer Sheet.
26. The new (nation) ___________ museum will be open to the public
next week.
27. This question is (difficult) ___________ than the one I have
answered.
28. The secretary has been working for the same (manage) __________
for over 5 years.
29. The hotel, (build) __________100 years ago, still looks new. 30. We are pleased to learn that that problem (solve) __________
at yesterday’s meeting.
31. I want (point out) _____________ that a decision about the
matter must be made at once.
32. Although she is young for the job, she is very (experience)
____________.
33. The new rulers for environmental protection have been (wide)
__________ accepted by the public.
34. We demand that the tour guide ( tell) _________ us immediately
about any change in the schedule.
35. Thank you for your letter of Novermber 15, (invite) __________
us to the trade fair on December 10.
Part III Reading Comprehension ( 40 minutes )
Directions: This part is to test yout reading ability. There are 5 tasks for you to fulfill. You should read the reading materials carefully and do the tasks as you are instructed.
Task 1
Directions: After reading the following passage, you will fimd 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 mark the correct choice and mark the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the centre.
Each time we produce a new English dictionary, our aim is always the same: what can we do to make the dictionary more helpful for students of English? As a result of our reseach with students and discussions with teachers, we decided to focus on providing more examples for tis English dictionary.
Examples help students to remember the word they have looked up in the dictionary because it is easier both to remember and understand a word within s context. The examples also show that words are often used in many different contexts. For these reasons, we have included 40 per cent more examples in this new book..
We edit all the examples to remove difficult words and to make sure they are easier to understand.
We very much hope this new book will be of use not only to the students of English but also to the teachers.
36. The aim of the author in producing this new dictionary is to __________.
A) correct mistkes in the old dictionary B) make it more helpful for students
C) increase the number of words D) add pictures and photos. 37. A word is easier to remember and understand if it is ____________. A) included in a word list B) pronounced correctly C) explained in English D) used in a context
38. What is special about this new dictionary? A) It is small and cheap.
B) It has a large vocabulary. C) It has 40% more examples.
D) It is designed for students and teachers.
39. The purpose of removing difficult words in the examples is to _________.
A) make them easier to understand B) provide more useful words C) introduce more contexts
D) include more examples
40. The passage is most probably taken from ____________. A) a letter to the editor B) a comment on a novel
C) an introduction to a dictionary D) a new-report in the newspaper Task 2
Directions: This task is the same as Task 1. The 5 questions or unfinished statements are numbered 41 to 45.
What is the better way of staying away from the cold winter days? Come out to out Hall Markets in beautiful countryside, full of color, fun, music and delicious food! With over 350 stalls (摊位) selling wonderful home-made and home-grown goods, this will surely be a great day out. The Hall Markets are held on the first Sunday of each month from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm at Hall Village. They are operated by Hartley Lifecare Co. Ltd. All the income will go to help and support service for people with disabilities (残疾).
Volunteers (志愿者) play an important part in the success and pleasant atmosphere at the Hall Markets. Hartley Lifeccare is always grateful to have you serve as volunteers with the Hall Markets.
If you are interested in being one of our volunteers and spending a few hours with us each month, please contact us during business hours on 6260 5555.
41． According to the passage, the Hall Markets are held _________. A) in the countryside C) to promote winter sales B) to attract volunteers D) by people with
disabilities
42. There are over 350 stalls in the Hall Markets that __________. A) are operated by the disabled C) sell home-made goods B) offer free food to volunteers D) go are open day and night 43. The income made by the Hall Markets goes to _________.
A) expand Hartley Lifecare Co. Ltd. C) create more fun for the
disabled
B) support service for the disabled D) develop local economy
44. When are the Hall Markets open?
A) The first Sunday of each month C) The first day of each monh B) Every day from 10 am to 3 pm D) Every weekend in winter. 45. This passage is written for the purpose of inviting __________. A) tourists B) villagers C) businessmen D)
volunteers
Task 3
Directions: The following is a letter. After reading it, you should complete the information by filling in the blanks marked 46 through50 inno more than 3 words in the table below.
2 Novermber, 2008
Dear Dr. Yamata,
The Association of Asian Economic Studies is pleased to invite you to be this year’s guest speaker at its annual international symposium（研讨会）. The symposium will be held for 3 days from December 22nd to 24th, 2008. This year’s topic will be Economic Development in Asia. About 100 people from various countries will be attending the symposiun. They would be pleased to meet you and share their views with you.
The Association will cover all the expenses of your trip to this symposium.
As the program is to be announced on December 1st, 2008, will you kindly let us know before that time whether your busy schedule will allow you attend our sysposium? We are looking forward to your favorable reply.
Yours Sincerely, John Smith John Smith
Secretary of Association of Asian Economic
Studies Letter of Invitation Writer of the letter: ___46 _ Organizer of the Sysposium: Association of ___47 Guest speaker to be invited: Dr. Yamata. Starting date of the symposium: ___48___ Number of guests invited : about ___49___ Topic of the symposium : ___50___ in Asia Task 4
Directions: The following is a part of an index(索引). After reading it, you are required to find the items equivalent to (与…等同) those given in Chinese in the table below. Then you should put the corresponding letters in the brackets on the Answer Sheet, numbered 51 through 55.
A -------- after-sales service B -------- business license C -------- dead stock
D --------- department store E ---------- import license F ---------- limited company G --------- net weight
H --------- packing charge I ---------- price tag
J ---------- purchasing power K --------- seller’s market L ---------- shipping date M ---------- shopping rush N ---------- supermarket
O - --------- trade agreement
Examples: ( D ) 滞销货 （ I ）包装费
51. ( ) 净重 （ ）百货公司 52. ( ) 购买力 ( ) 商业风险 53. ( ) 超级市场 ( ) 买方市场 54. ( ) 有限公司 ( ) 售后服务 55. ( ) 装船日期 ( ) 进口许可证 Task 5
Directions: The following is an advertisement. After reading it, you are required to complete the statements that follow the questions (N0.56 to No.60). You should write your answers in no more than 3 words on the corresponding Answer Sheet.
Yanton Playingfield Committee
Grounds-person（场地管理员）Wanted
The Yanton Playingfield Committee has for many years been fortunate to have Eddie Christiansen as grounds-person at it’s sports ground in Littlemarsh. However, after 10 years of service, Eddie has decided it’s time to retire in July. The committee wishes him the best for his retired life.
However, this leaves us needing a new grounds-person. This role is part-time, averaging around 5 hours per week. The duties involve the mowing（除草）, rolling, and trimming（修剪）of the field edges. Applicants（求职者）need to be able to drive and use the equipment needed for the above-mentioned duties.
Applicants can either contact Hugh Morris, 42 Spencer Avenue, tel. 765-4943780, to discuss or register an interest in the position, or any member of the Playingfield Committee.
56. Which organization is in need of a grounds-person?
The_____________________________________________________________. 57. Why is a new grounds-person needed?
Because the former grounds-person, Eddie Christiansen, has decided
it’s time
to_______________.
58. What are the duties of a grounds-person?
His duties involve the mowing, ________________________ of the field
edges..
59. What should applicants be able to do?
They should be able to _________________the equipment needed for the
duties..
60. Who is the contact person?
_________________________________or any cimmittee member.
Part IV Translation – English into
Chinese (25minutes )
Directions: This part, numbered 61 to 65, is to test your ability to translate English into Chinese. Each of the four sentences ( No.61 to No.64 ) is followed by four choices of suggested translation marked A),B),C) and D). Make the best choice and write the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet. Write your translation of the paragraph (N0.65) in the corresponding space on the Composition/Translation Sheet.
61. Seldom can people find internationa news on the front page of this popular local newspaper.
A) 人们不会在这份地方报纸前几页上寻找重要的国际新闻。 B) 人们很难在当地这份深受欢迎的报纸头版看到国际新闻。 C) 人们从这份当地发行的报纸第一页上几乎找不到国际新闻。 D) 人们阅读当地发行的报刊时从不查看头版刊登的国际新闻。
62．The function of e-commerce is more than just buying and selling goods
and services on the Intenet.
A) 电子商务的功能很多，如提供网上交易的服务。 B）电子商务更多的功能在于做买卖并提供网络服务。 C）电子商务的功能不只是在互联网上买卖货物和服务。 D）电子商务的功能更多的是从互联网上买卖货物和服务。
63. All flights have been cancelled because of the snowstorm, so many
passagers could do nothing except take the train. A) 暴风雪使所有航班被取消，许多乘客只能改乘火车。 B）所有航班因暴风雪而取消，许多乘客也无法改乘火车。
C）受暴风雪的影响，许多乘客坚持改乘火车，因此所有航班被迫取消。 D）由于暴风雪的影响，许多乘客不得不放弃乘坐飞机，而改乘火车。
64. This new type of air-conditioner is so energy-efficient that it can
save the company forty thousand dollors a year.
A) 这种新型空调功率很高，公司电费一年高达四万美圆。 B）这种新型空调高效节能，一年能为公司节省四万美圆。 C）这种新型空调功率很高，公司一年节省了电费四万美圆。 D）这种新型空调功率很高，公司一年仅需支付电费四万美圆
65. The ABC Railway Company has greatly improved its public hotline
service, Simply dial 3929-3499 to get informtion about all the services of the company. The telephone information system is working to serve you 24 hours all year round. The customer servide staff are also ready to provide you with the information you deed. Their service hours are from Monday to Sunday, 7:00 am to 9:00 pm.
________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________ Part
V Writing ( 25minutes)
Directions: This part is to test your ability to do practical writing. You are required to write a letter of thanks based on the following information given in Chinese. Remember to do your writing on the Translation/ Composition Sheet.
说明：假定你是JKM公司的Thomas Black, 刚从巴黎（Paris）出差回来，请给
在巴黎的Jane Costa 小姐写一封感谢信。
写信日期：2008年12月21日 内容：
1. 感谢她在巴黎期间的热情接待；
2. 告诉她巴黎给她留下了美好的印象，你非常喜欢巴黎的……, 参
观工厂和学校后学到了很多……; 3. 期待再次与她见面。
注意：必须包括对收信人的称谓、写信日期、发信人的签名等基本格式。
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