大学英语六级模拟试题3

1、大学英语六级模拟试题（三）Part II Reading Comprehension(35 minutes) Passage 1Opinion polls are now beginning to show that, whoever is to blame and whatever happens from now on, high unemployment is probably here to say.This means we shall have to find ways of sharing the available employment more widely. But we

2、need to go further. We must ask some fundamental questions about the future work. Should we continue to treat employment as the norm? Should we not rather encourage many ways for self-respecting people to work? Should we not create conditions in which many of us can work for ourselves, rather than f

3、or an employer? Should we not aim to revive the household and the neighborhood, as well as the factory and the office, as centers of production and work? The industrial age has been the only period of human history in which most peoples work has taken the form of jobs. The industrial age may now bec

4、oming to an end, and some of the changes in work patterns which it brought may have to be reverseD.This seems a daunting thought. But, in fact, it could offer the prospect of a better future for work. Universal employment, as its history shows, has not meant economic freedom.Employment became widesp

5、read when the enclosures of the 17th and 18th centuries made many people dependent on paid work by depriving them of the use of the land, and thus of the means to provide a living for themselves. Then the factory system destroyed the cottage industries and removed work from peoples homes. Later, as

6、transport improved, first by rail and then by road, people commuted longer distances to their places of employment until, eventually, many peoples work lost all connection with their home lives and the places in which they live.Meanwhile, employment put women at a disadvantage. In preindustrial time

7、s, men and women had shared the productive work of the household and village community. Now it became customary for the husband to go out to paid employment, leaving the unpaid work of the home and families to his wife. Tax and benefit regulations still assume this norm today, and restrict more flex

8、ible sharing of work roles between the sexes.It was not only women whose work status suffereD.As employment became the dominant form of work, young people and old people were excludea problem now, as more teenagers become frustrated at school and more retired people want to live active lives.All thi

9、s may now have to change.The time has certainly come to switch some effort and resources away from the idealist goal creating jobs for all, to the urgent practical task of helping many people to manage without full-time jobs.1. What is the main idea of the passage?A.Employment became widespread in t

10、he 17th and 18th centuries.B.Unemployment will remain a major problem for industrialized nations.C.The industrial age may now be coming to an end.D.Some efforts and resources should be devoted to helping more people cope with the problem of unemployment.2. Which of the following was NOT mentioned as

11、 a factor contributing to the spread of employment?A.The enclosures of the 17th and 18th centuries.B.The development of factories.C.Relief from housework on the part of women.D.Development of modern means of transportation.3. It can be inferred from the passage that .A.most people who have been poll

12、ed believe that the problem of unemployment may not be solved within a short period of timeB.many farmers lost their land when new railways and factories were being constructedC.in perindustrial societies housework and community service were mainly carried out by womenD.some of the changes in work p

13、attern that the industrial age brought have been reversed4. What does the word“daunting in the third paragraph mean?A.Shocking B.Interesting C.Confusing D.Stimulating5. Which of the following is NOT suggested as a possible means to cope with the current situation?A.Create situations in which people

14、work for themselves.B.Treat employment as the norm.C.Edeavor to revive the household and the neighborhood as centers of production.D.Encourage people to work in circumstances other than normal working conditions.Passage 2 University Physics is intended for students of science and engineering. Primar

15、y emphasis is on physical principles and problem-solving historical background and specialized practical applications have been given a place of secondary importance. Many worked-out examples and an extensive collection of problems are included with each chapter.In this new edition, the basic philos

16、ophy and outline and the balance between depth of treatment and breadth of subject-matter coverage are unchanged from previous editions. We have tried to preserve those features that users of previous editions have found desirable, while incorporating a number of changes that should enhance the book

17、s usefulness.The textbook is adaptable to a wide variety of course outlines. The entire textbook can be used for an intensive course two or three semesters in length. For a less intensive course, many instructors will want to omit certain chapters or sections to tailor the book to their individual n

18、eeds. The arrangement of this edition facilitates this kind of flexibility.Conversely, however, many topics that were regarded a few years ago as of peripheral (外围的)importance and were omitted from introductory courses have now come to the fore again in the life sciences, earth and space sciences, a

19、nd environmental problems. An instructor who wishes to stress these kinds of applications will find this textbook a useful source for discussion of the appropriate principles.In any case, it should be emphasized that instructors should not feel constrained (受约束的)to work straight through the book fro

20、m cover to cover.Many chapters are, of course, inherently sequential in nature, but within this general limitation instructors should be encouraged to select among the contents those chapters that fit their needs, omitting material that is not relevant to the objectives of a a particular course.6. T

21、his textbook lays stress on .A.the exposition of physical principles B.the principles of physics and their application C.the development of physics D.the application of physics in different fields7. Compared with the old one, this new edition .A.has been made more applicable B.is easier to learn C.c

22、overs a wider range of subject-matter D.has improved the balance between theory and practice8. One of the features of this textbook is that .A.some contents are dealt with in terms of philosophy B.it has an outline for each chapter C.it introduces the physical principles in great length D.it can be

23、used for different course arrangements9. The underlined words“conversely, however”(ParA.4) indicate that .A.many topics can be emphasized though they were not covered in the old edition B.many topics can be emphasized though they were usually omitted by instructors C.many topics have been added to t

24、he new edition as they were not covered in the old one D.many topics have been added to the new edition though they can be omitted by the instructors10. To meet the needs of a particular course, the teacher of this book can omit some of the contents provided that .A.his selection is based on the req

25、uest of his students B.he does not omit any chapter completely C.his students are particularly intelligent D.he keeps an eye on the internal relations between the chaptersPassage 3Hamletfish are cautious lovers. Each evening at twilight, many times an evening in fact, a pair of them will leave the s

26、afety of their Caribbean reef and rush a few yards off the seafloor. Positioning themselves side-to-side, head-to-tail they hurriedly release their eggs and sperm.Then they turn sharply for home, leaves their gametes to mix in silence. Ichthyologist Phillip Lobel of the Woods Hole Oceanographic Inst

27、itution has found that hamlet fish and many other fish emit“cries of ecstasy at the appropriate moment.Biologists have long known that a few fish make sounds. The toadfish, for example, is named for its low call, which can be heard even above water. Underwater, however, human ears dont work well. As

28、 a result researchers didnt notice how common fish calls were until Lobel started diving with a video camera and an underwater microphone like the kind the Navy uses to listen for submarines.Lobel has learned that the fish playing the role of the male-hamletifish switches roles from one tryst to the

29、 next-emits a series of short, low sounds. The female responds with a downward, sweeping sound like a slide whistle. The purpose to these calls, says Lobel, is probably to synchronize spawning, so that sperm and egg have a fighting chance of actually meeting in the water.Then, at the moment of spawn

30、ing, the female flutters her pectoral fins,contracts her abdominal muscles to squeeze out the eggs, and lets out a soft cry, which in part may simply be the sound of her swim bladder vibrating from all that muscle contraction.“The sound is not a scream,its only as loud as conversation, says Lobel.Lo

31、bel has since recorded sounds from about two dozen other fish species. He thinks fish calls, like some birdcalls, may be a means by which fish recognize suitable mates, and that fish of the same species may even communicate in regional dialects.“Lots of people sit and watch their little fish in thei

32、r aquarium, Lobel says,“Well, its like looking at a birdcage behind sound-proof glass. These things are all making sounds.11. The primary purpose of this passage is to .A.refute a misconception that fish dont make soundsB.prove a new discoveryC.explain the time when hamletfish make soundsD.demonstra

33、te the fact that fish are romantic as human beings12. Which of the following is NOT true about fish calls according to this passage?A.Fish calls are commonly regarded as rare.B.Some of sounds produced by fish are not uttered from their mouths.C.Fish calls may be a means by which fish found their mat

34、es.D.No sounds can be heard from fish if a person stands on the ground.13. Which of the following best explains“the appropriate moment for fish to emit cries of ecstasy mentioned in the first paragraph?A.When Phillip Lobel was under the water with a video camera and a microphone.B.When one fish has

35、a tryst with another.C.When the sperm and egg of the fish have a chance to meet in the water.D.When fish are spawning.14. Which of the following is a correct inference from the passage?A.Few biologists have the idea fish may produce sounds underwater.B.A person underwater may clearly hear the call o

36、f another persons above water.C.Lobels original intention to do the experiment was to test whether hamletfish would produce mating calls.D.A hamletfish may play the roles of both male and female at different times.15. The author mentioned birdcalls in the last paragraph in order .A.to demonstrate th

37、at birds can be classified into certain fish speciesB.to illustrate that birds, just like fish, produce calls to find their matesC.to prove birdcalls are more common than fishcallsD.to further explain that fish is a kind of animal that may also make sounds when necessaryPassage 4With human footprint

38、s on the moon, radio telescopes listening for messages from alien creatures (who may or may not exist), technicians looking for celestial (天体的)and planetary sources of energy to support our civilization, orbiting telescopes data hinting at planetary systems around other stars, and political groups t

39、rying to figure out how to save humanity from nuclear warfare that would damage life and elimate on a planet-wide scale, an astronomy book published today enters a world different from the one that greeted books a generation ago. Astronomy has broadened to involve our basic circumstances and our mys

40、terious future in the universe. With eclipese and space missions broadcast live, and with NASA(美国国家航空和宇宙航行局)，Europe, and the USSR (苏联)planning and building permanent space stations, astronomy offers adventure for all people, an outward exploratory thrust that may one day be seen as an alternative to

41、 mindless consumerism, ideological bickering (争吵)，and wars to control dwinding resources on a closed, finite Earth.Todays astronomy students not only seek an up-to-date summary of astronomical facts: they ask, as people have asked for ages, about our basic relations to the rest of the universe. They

42、 may study astronomy partly to seek points of contact between science and other human endeavors: philosophy, history, politics, environmental action, even the arts and religion.Science fiction writers and special effect artists on recent films help todays students realize that unseen worlds of space

43、 are real placesnot abstract concepts. Todays students are citizens of a more real, more vast cosmos than conceptualized by students of a decade ago.In designing this edition, the Wadsworh editors and I have tried to respond to these developments. Rather than jumping at the start into murky waters o

44、f cosmology (宇宙论)，I have begun with the viewpoint of ancient people on Earth and worked outward across the universe. This method of organization automatically (if loosely) reflects the order of humanitys discoveries about astronomy and provides a unifying theme of increasing distance and scale.16. T

45、his passage is most probably taken from .A.an article of popular scienceB.the introduction of a book of astronomy C.a lecture given by the author to astronomy students D.the preface of a piece of science fiction17. The authors purpose in presenting the first paragraph is .A.to explain the background

46、 and new features of todays astronomyB.to discuss in detail the most recent achievements in space researchC.to introduce some newly established space stations D.to illustrate that the world today is different in many aspects from that of a generations ago18. The author thinks that the growing intere

47、st in space exploration among people on Earth will probably lead to .A.all people having chances of travelling in spaceB.the realization of permanent settlement on other lanetsC.more disturbance not only on Earth but also in outer spaceD.orders, harmony and peace on our planet Earth19. The author be

48、lieves that todays astronomy students .A.are much brighter than students of a generation agoB.no longer care about astronomical factsC.are better-informed about the unseen worlds of spaceD.may learn more about man and his research in various fields through the study of astronomy20. In the last parag

49、raph, the underlined expression“these developments”refers to all of the following EXCEPT .A.the development of science fiction and special effects of filmsB.the new concepts about the universe acquired by todays astronomy students C.the world-wide involvement in space explorationD.humanitys new achi

50、evements in the field of astronomyPart III Vocabulary (20 minutes)21. To call the music of another music- culture“primitive is ones own standards on a group that doesnt recognize them.A.putting B.forcing C.emphasizing D.imposing 22. By computation, he estimated that the repairs on the house would co

51、st him a thousand dollars.A.coarse B.rough C.crude D.rude 23. Dogs are praised for their : they almost never abandon their master.A.faithB.loyaltyC.trustD.confidence 24. No one can achieve great success by relying on enthusiasm.A.momentB.timelyC.momentaryD.momentary 25. I was by their kindness and m

52、oved to tears.A.preoccupiedB.embarrassedC.overwhelmedD.counseled 26. In the past, Most Pilots have been men, but today, the number of women this field is climbing.A.pursuingB.devotingC.registeringD.furthering 27. We looked for a table to sit down, but they were all .A.reserved forB.engaged inC.used

53、upD.taken up 28. After the jazz concert, the clean-up crew found the campus with candy wrappers, bottles and cans.A.litteredB.coveredC.scatteredD.dispersed 29. I could see that my wife was having that fur coat, whether I approved of it or not.A.intent onB.adequate forC.short ofD.deficient in 30. As

54、an excellent shooter, Peter praised aiming at both targets and moving targets.A.stableB.standingC.stillD.stationary 31. To obtain a satisfactory result, you must apply two of paint on a clean surface.A.coatsB.levelsC.timesD.courses 32. Tony was a shy boy, so he tried to answering questions in the cl

55、ass.A.preventB.avoidC.escapeD.hesitate 33. It is now possible to record the existence of many stars which are invisible.A.repeatedlyB.heavilyC.permanentlyD.remarkably 34. People of all countries are expected to the principles of the United Nations.A.inspectB.hold upC.upholdD.hold off35. Although the

56、 pay is not good, people usually find social work in other ways.A.payableB.respectfulC.gratefulD.rewarding 36. Mr. John had given no that he was intending to resign. So we were surprised to find his office empty.A.directionB.symptomC.informationD.indication 37. She never to read the news but turned

57、at once to the crossword on the last page.A.indulgedB.troubledC.exertedD.frustrated 38. A man should be innocent of a crime until he is proved guilty.A.resumedB.referredC.regardedD.presumed 39. They had either to fight or to surrender and had no other A.hopeB.alternativeC.approachD.resource 40. Alth

58、ough the hazards of space travel are many, the rewards made it a worthwhile .A.endeavorB.expenditureC.executionD.expedition 41. He stubbornly her relationship with other people.A.prevailedB.prohibitedC.hinderedD.forbade 42. While both plans were perfectly sensible, only one seemed in Chinas particular situation.A.usefulB.availableC.feasibleD.desirable 43. Jones and Edwards are, the producer and direct or of the famous movie.A.alternativelyB.respectivelyC.respectfullyD.respectably 44