峥嵘岁月C. What Will Happen If We Stop Flying?
D. Will Stopping Flying Make a Difference?
PART V TRANSLATION (30 minutes, 20 points)
Section A (15 minutes, 10 points)
British previous colonial policies led to the spread of English across the world. This wide use of English has been reinforced by the sweeping influence of the U.S.. However, the dominance of English as an international language is considered both a blessing and a curse. For one thing, it has accelerated the extinction of some languages. People have been wondering about the possibility of creating a global language which might hold promises for an end to language-caused troubles and conflicts. Unfortunately, attempts to harmonize world languages have met with little success as a result of the reluctance of native speakers of a particular language to adopt another language as their mother tongue. To discard one's native language is to have the distinct features of his nation erased.
Section B (15 minutes, 10 points)
根据最新统计，67％的美国人能上网，该比例是中国的6倍。尽管互联网作用巨大，但许多问题远远没有解决，如：病毒侵入和信息安全。即使这些问题最终有可能得到解决，也需要艰辛的努力和多年时间。
PART VI WRITING ( 30 minutes, 10 points )
Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write a composition of no less than 150 words under the title of "Should outsiders be allowed to study in university classrooms?" Your composition should be based on the information given below:
Nowadays many universities ban outsiders to study in their classrooms. They send security personnel to guard each entrance to the classroom buildings. Only students and teachers may enter. Do you think universities should allow outsiders to study in their classrooms? Give at least two reasons to support your ideas.
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PART II VOCABULARY (10 minutes, 10 points )
Section A (0.5 point each)
21. Some scientists are trying to eliminate malaria by developing a GM mosquito that can't transmit the disease.
A. remove
B. fabricate
C. enhance
D. utilize
22. A tall building is usually equipped with several elevators, so it doesn't matter if one of them is out of order.
A. in a mess
B. in bad condition
C. in short supply
D. in a hurry
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23. As the train service had been suspended, thousands of people had to wait for days at the station.
A. elevated slightly
B. cancelled completely
C. delayed frequently
D. stopped temporarily
24. We can learn about the hazards of hunting big game in stories about their ancestors.
A. adventures
B. pleasures
C. dangers
D. consequences
25. Novel drugs developed through biotechnologies can be expected to deliver a better effect.
A. distribute
B. produce
C. liberate
D. express
26. The price of housing varies with demand, and the same rule seems to hold for automobiles.
A. contain
B. fasten
C. grasp
D. apply
27. Some people are skeptical about the validity of Aristotle's argument that man is by nature a political animal.
A. efficiency
B. soundness
C. availability
D. contribution
28. Heart-broken and desperate, she was determined to leave this family for good.
A. permanently
B. alternatively
C. temporarily
D. desirably
29. It is generally believed that money can always bring happiness, but studies and surveys have proved that this is
a myth.
A. fairy tale
B. absolute myth
C. mistaken idea
D. big controversy
30. The sight of these soldiers toiling along the expressway was extremely touching to a tender heart.
A. sympathetic
B. mild
C. concerned
D. feeble
Section B (0.5 point each)
31. Students of English are advised to try to ___________the meaning of a new word from the context.
A. turn out
B. figure out
C. look out
D. put out
32. The drastic changes that have taken place in China have won worldwide __________.
A. identification
B. realization
C. admission
D. recognition
33. Bill Clinton rose to prominence after he was elected ________ of Arkansas at age 32 in 1978.
A. president
B. secretary
C. governor
D. premier
34. The finding of this experiment is __________ with what was previously reported.
A. consistent
B. constant
C. coherent
D. competent
35. However, the nature of online ________ is such that we tend to be more honest, more intimate.
A. interruptions
B. interpretations
C. imaginations
D. interactions
36. Reading extensively can broaden our vision and extend our life into a new _________.
A. perspective
B. hierarchy
C. layer
D. dimension
37. I was quite _______ to find my test score well below that of my tablemate.
A. fascinated
B. dismayed
C. amused
D. convinced
38. An earthquake of 8- _________ struck some parts of this province, causing a death toll of over 30,000.
A. altitude
B. aptitude
C. magnitude
D. gratitude
39. Both linguists and psychologists are eager to learn more about the process of language ________.
A. acquisition
B. attainment
C. possession
D. fulfillment
40. An overseas market with a great growth potential is not easy to _________.
A. break down
B. break up
C. break through
D. break into
PART III CLOZE TEST (10 minutes, 10 points, 1 point each)
According to the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), car crashes are the leading cause of death among children 41 5 and 14 years of age. Says NHTSA: "Over 50% of children who die in crashes are 42 by safety devices. 43 , 4 out of 5 children are improperly restrained."
The NHTSA offers a number of safety tips and 44 for those who are accompanied by children while driving. Although laws 45 from country to country and even from state to state, these guidelines may 46 food for thought to many parents and guardians of children. Please check your local laws and do 47 you can to keep your precious baby safe.
The safest place for all children is in the back seat. Infants should be 48 in a rear-facing safety seat in the backseat of the car. A child at least a year old and 49 at least 20 pounds may be placed in a forward-facing seat. At 40 pounds, the child can use a "booster seat", which is secured by one of the car's lap and shoulder 50 . At approximately 80 pounds and a height of about four feet nine inches, the child may begin using an adult safety belt.
41. A. at B. between C. for D. about
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