[语言类考试复习资料大全]公共英语五级模拟79

1、书山有路勤为径，学海无涯苦作舟。祝愿天下莘莘学子：学业有成，金榜题名！语言类考试复习资料大全公共英语五级模拟79公共英语五级模拟79Section Listening ComprehensionDirections: This section is designed to test your ability to understand spoken English. You will hear a selection of recorded materials and you must answer the questions that accompany them. There are th

2、ree parts in this section, Part A, Part B and Part C. Remember, while you are doing the test, you should first put down your answers in your test booklet, NOT on the ANSWER SHEET. At the end of the listening comprehension section, you will have 5 minutes to transfer your answers from your test bookl

3、et onto ANSWER SHEET 1. If you have any questions, you may raise your hand NOW, as you will not be allowed to speak once the test has started. Now look at Part A in your test booklet. Part A You will hear a talk about a different culture. As you listen, answer Questions 1-10 by circling TRUE or FALS

4、E. Youll hear the talk ONLY ONCE. You now have 60 seconds to read Questions 1-10. (如需获取本MP3听力录音请搜索标题名) 1. On May 24, 1996, Judys boyfriend started to work as a babysitter.答案:B听力原文1-10 On May,24,1996,at approximately 8:30 a. m. ,Derrick Shaw, the boyfriend of Judy Belton, brought Judys 2-year old dau

5、ghter, Jayla, to the Murray home for daycareearlier than customary despite being told not to bring her there that day as the primary caretaker, Mrs. Shirley Murray, would be out of town. According to the Murrays and other persons in the home that day, Jayla spent the entire day sleeping and vomiting

6、, and sweating profusely. Witnesses also testified that she was holding her left side as if in pain. At approximately 5:30 p. m. , Laeresha noticed the baby shaking, grabbed Jayla and rushed with her to her grandfather, R. L. Murray, who at the time had been speaking for at least 10 minutes to a wom

7、an who had come to pick up her child. They both examined Jayla decided she was very sick and that she needed to go to the hospital. Laeresha and her grandfather took Jayla to Brackenridge Hospital, where she was pronounced dead shortly after their arrival, at approximately 6:10 p. m. From the hospit

8、al, Lacresha was taken to a child advocacy center where she was initially questioned by an officer on videotape. From there, she was taken to the Austin Police Department(APD) where she was again questioned, along with R. L. Murray and Shawntay Murray. Finally, she was delivered home at some time af

9、ter midnight on May 24th, where there were approximately 20 police officers, including a full law team gathering the so-called evidence. The next day, Saturday, May 25th, the medical examiner, Dr. Roberto Bayardo, with an APD officer in the room, performed an autopsy, and believed that the baby died

10、 within minutes of a fatal blow to the liver. The APD contacted Child Protective Services (CPS) and had them remove Lacresha and all the other children from the Murray home. Lacresha was placed in a childrens home in Round Rock under the care of CPS and denied any contact with her parents. Determine

11、d that Jayla Belton had been beaten in the Murray home, the APD continued interviewing members of the Murray family until they excluded everyone but Lacresha as a likely suspect. The APD went to the childrens home with their computers, audio and videotape equipment, and statement forms. After what w

12、as (arguably) a 2 3/4-hour interview, The APD had Lacresha Murray sign a statement which implicated her in the murder of Jayla Belton. The APD went from there to the District Attorney, Ronnie Earle,secured an indictment and charged her with Capital Murder. With juvenile crime a hot political topic a

13、nd re-election coming up, Ronnie Earle conducted a press conference to announce the charge of capital murder against Lacresha Murray. He expressed his ideas against protecting a juvenile suspects identity and the presumption of her innocence by giving her name and photo to the media. His justificati

14、on for this action was to assert his belief that Lacresha Murray was guilty of this horrendous crime. The media joined in on the frenzy, plastered her name, photo and the charge against her across TV screens and headlines nationwide. This all before the police had even finished their demonstrably ha

15、sty and inadequate investigation. 2. Mrs. Shirley Murray told Derrick not to take Jayla out of town.答案:B3. The tragedy could have happened in the morning.答案:A4. R. L. Murray was the grandfather of Jayla.答案:B5. Police questioned Lacresha shortly after Jayla died.答案:B6. Jayla actually died within minu

16、tes of a fatal blow to the liver.答案:B7. Lacresha was only a child.答案:A8. It was child protective service who charged Lacresha Murray with Capital Murder.答案:B9. Lacresha Murray was charged of capital murder of Jayla.答案:A10. Lacresha Murrays case became the focus of the public attention.答案:APart B You

17、 will hear 3 conversations or talks and you must answer the questions by choosing A, B, C or D. You will hear the recording ONLY ONCE. Questions 11-14 are based on the following talk. You now have 15 seconds to read Questions 11-14. (如需获取本MP3听力录音请搜索标题名) 1. There is a dispute over_ between the Bureau

18、 of Land Management and Fallon Paiute-Shoshone tribe.A.ownership of the mummyB.burial place for the mummyC.the first inhabitants in FallonD.the protection of the mummy答案:A听力原文17-20 An ancient mummy at the heart of a dispute between modern science and Native American culture is not affiliated with an

19、y contemporary tribe or group, the Bureau of Land Management said Tuesday. After more than four years of consultation with the tribe, analyzing the information and reviewing policy, I feel its time to make this determination; state BLM Director Bob Abbey said in a written statement. The partial, mum

20、mified remains were found by archaeologists 60 years ago in Spirit Cave, in the Grimes Point area about 13 miles east of Fallon. It has been housed at the Nevada State Museum in Carson City for much of the time since then. Anthropologists and scientists say more study of the 10 000-year-old Spirit C

21、ave Man would provide valuable insight into what the first inhabitants of North America were like. But the Fallon Paiute-Shoshone tribe claims the man is their ancestor and they want him returned for burial as outlined under the Native American Grave protection and Repatriation Act. The act requires

22、 federal agencies to determine if remains found on public lands are ancestral to any modern-day tribes. If so, they are to be returned for burial. But the BLM said there is no cultural, biological or physical evidence to show Spirit Cave Man was an ancestor of the Paiute tribe. There is no geographi

23、c evidence indicating how long the Northern Paiute have occupied the Spirit Cave area prior to European contact in the early 1800s and none indicating who, if anyone, lived there at any earlier time, the agency said in a report released Tuesday. It concluded that the remains predate contemporary Nor

24、thern Paiute tribes and cannot reasonably be culturally affiliated with any of them. 2. The mummy is valuable to the study of the_.A.burial serviceB.spirit cave lifeC.Fallon Paiute-Shoshone tribeD.early dwellers of North America答案:D3. Why the Fallon Paiute-Shoshone tribe claims the mummy is their an

25、cestor?A.The mummy was discovered not far from their tribe.B.No other modern-day tribes claim for it.C.American law requires them to do so.D.They thought their ancestor were the first inhabitants in that region.答案:A4. The mummy is not affiliated with the Northern Paiute Except in_.A.cultureB.biology

26、C.burial placeD.physique答案:C Questions 15 17 are based on the following talk. You now have 15 seconds to read Questions 15 17. (如需获取本MP3听力录音请搜索标题名)5. What was NOT true about the professor?A.He believed in what he taught.B.He would telephone his students sometimes.C.He was full of honour.D.He would t

27、alk about paintings, recordings and pieces of sculpture in class.答案:D听力原文11-13 Perhaps the most vital person I have ever met is an Italian professor of philosophy who teaches at the University of Pisa. Although I last met this man eight years ago, I have not forgotten his special qualities. First of

28、 all, I was impressed by his devotion to teaching. Because his lectures were always well prepared and clearly delivered, students swarmed into his classroom. His followers appreciated the fact that he believed in what he taught and that he was intellectually stimulating. Furthermore, he could be cou

29、nted on to explain his ideas in an imaginative way, introducing such aids to understanding as paintings, recordings, pieces of sculpture, and guest lectures. Once he even sang a song in class to illustrate a point. Second, I admired the fact that he would confer with students outside of the classroo

30、m or talk with them on the telephone. Drinking coffee in the snack bar, he would challenge a student to a game of chess. At other times, he could join group to discuss subjects ranging from astronomy to scuba diving. Many young people visited him in his office for academic advice; others came to his

31、 room for social evenings. Finally, I was attracted by his lively wit. He believed that no class hour is a success unless the students and the professor share several chuckles and at least one loud laugh. Through his sense of humor, he made learning more enjoyable and more lasting. If it is true tha

32、t life makes a wise man smile and a foolish man cry, then my friend is truly a wise man. Probably the best example of his wit is this bit of wisdom with which he once ended a lecture: It is as dangerous for man to model himself upon his invention, the machine, as it would be for God to model Himself

33、 upon His invention. 6. According to the speaker, what can make learning more lasting?A.Sense of humor.B.Imaginative explanation.C.Well prepared and clearly delivered lectures.D.Getting on with the professor well.答案:A7. What quality of the Italian professor does the speaker NOT mention?A.His devotio

34、n to teaching.B.His easy-going manners.C.His capacity of sculpturing.D.His lively wit.答案:C Questions 1820 are based on the following talk. (如需获取本MP3听力录音请搜索标题名) 8. Whats the talk mainly about?A.The reason for the popularity of parrots.B.The way to teach parrots to talk.C.The advantage of keeping a pa

35、rrot at home.D.Parrots are more easily to take care of.答案:A听力原文 14-16 Parrots are becoming one of the most popular pets in America and for good reason. The parrot is an extraordinary bird that can be taught to talk, can be easily cared for, and can create a lively atmosphere anywhere. With the help

36、of an energetic parrot owner, a parrot can develop an enormous vocabulary. In addition, a parrot can be trained to say quite a few words such as Pretty boy or Polly wants a cracker. It also can learn to whistle or sing. No matter what an owner decides to teach a bird, training a parrot takes much pa

37、tience, but the reward is a stream of chatter. Another reason for the parrots popularity is that this pet does not require much care. For example, even a spoiled parrot does not need a house sitter for the purpose of daily walks and daily feeding. In fact, a parrot owner may leave his or her pet wit

38、h enough food for five days and have no fear that the parrot will overeat. Still another advantage of owning a parrot is its inexpensive food, including seeds, nuts, corn and grain along with an apple, banana or carrot. Perhaps the most likely reason the parrot is becoming such a well-liked pet is t

39、hat it is a combination of tameness and wildness. Because the parrot can live in almost any environment, it makes a fine, tame companion for many people. In addition, because it can be easily trained, it is a delightful performer. At the same time, its colorful feathers give it an air of the mystery

40、 of the parrots native home, the jungle. Thus, the parrot, once a highly valued gift presented to kings and noble families, is now appreciated by a growing number of people. 9. Whats important in training a parrot?A.The energetic owners help.B.The trainers patience.C.Daily talks and feeding.D.More c

41、are and proper diet.答案:B10. Whats true of a parrot?A.It can only be taught to talk.B.It is a tame and wild bird at the same time.C.It is likely to be spoiled.D.It often eats more than needed.答案:BPart C You will hear a talk about a famous artist. As you listen, you must answer Questions 21-30 by writ

42、ing NO MORE THAN THREE words in the place provided for you, youll hear the talk TWICE. You now have 60 seconds to read Questions 21-30. (如需获取本MP3听力录音请搜索标题名) 1. Lieberman is confident that Gore is able to continue the nations _.答案: progress and prosperity2. In the eyes of Lieberman, due to Gores exce

43、llent effort in the last eight years, 22 million people_.答案: got jobs/were employed/found jobs3. From what did Clinton-Gore Administration succeed in turning the Federal Budget? _.答案: deficit into surplus4. Lieberman is one of those who symbolize_.答案: new beginnings5. AL Gore and Joseph Lieberman be

44、lieve in a common set of ideals despite their difference in_.答案: regions and faiths听力原文21-30 At a press conference held Tuesday, August 8, 2000, at Nashvilles War Memorial Plaza, Democratic Presidential candidate Al Gore announced that Connecticut Senator Joseph Lieberman would be his running mate o

45、n the Presidential ticket. Joe Lieberman and I come from different regions and different faiths, but we believe in a common set of ideals. Together we know that we must make real the ideal that we are one country with one destiny, said Vice-President Gore. When accepting the offer to join Gore on th

46、e Democratic ticket, Lieberman said, Thank you Mr. Vice President for breaking this barrier for me and for the rest of America. Gore and Lieberman noted that the last time Democrats held a Convention in Los Angeles. John F. Kennedy was nominated and a religious barrier was shattered. That year we vo

47、ted with our hearts to tear down a mighty wall of division, said Gore. We made history. And when we nominate Joe Lieberman for vice president, we will do it again. Lieberman is the first Jewish running mate to be appointed to a major party ticket in U. S. history. Lieberman agrees with the honorable

48、 Reverend Jesse Jackson who told him yesterdayEach time a barrier falls for one person, the doors of opportunity open wider for every other American. It is for this reason that Lieberman symbolizes that America is truly ready to continue the progress and prosperity of the last eight years. A social

49、conservative and an orthodox Jew, Lieberman won his first election in 1970 when he was elected to the Connecticut state Senate and served as majority leader for six years. In 1982 he was elected to the state Attorney General Post, which be held for six years. In 1988 he was elected to the United Sta

50、tes Senate where he is the ranking Democrat on the Governmental Affairs Committee, which handles everything from federal budget considerations to handling oversight of the independent counsel process. Lieberman will run for his third term in the Senate this November while also campaigning for the vi

51、ce-presidency. Lieberman also serves as Chairman of the Democratic Leadership Council. He has been a fervent supporter of capital gains and tax cuts, an advocate of free trade, and education IRAs for public or private school expenses. He supports abortion rights and has voted against bans on late-te

52、rm abortions. Widely known as the conscious of the Congress, Lieberman strongly allies himself with Book of Virtues author William Bennett in their fight against violent and sexually explicit material in rap music, Hollywood movies and TV shows. He has said that he is driven by his desire to help re

53、pair the world and believes At Gore is the man that will continue the nations progress and prosperity. Lieberman reaffirmed his confidence in Gore and the Democratic Party by stating: If you are one of the 22 million people who got a job within the last eight years, or one of those people who were a

54、ble to take a day off work to care for your child, or buy a new home because the Clinton-Gore Administration turned the Federal Budget deficit into a surplus, then you know that the last eight years have not been idled away. Lieberman told Americans that I believe deeply in Al Gore. Ive known him fo

55、r 15 years. I have not met a more honorable, intelligent, hard-working, progressive person in public life in America than A1 Gore. Al Gore is without a doubt the most qualified person to be President of the United States. Lieberman is not the only member of this team who symbolizes new beginnings. H

56、is wife, Hadassah, is an immigrant from Gzechoslovakia, and the daughter of Holocaust survivors. She told Americans that I represent all immigrants. I believe and I want you to believe that this land is your land and anything is possible. When looking at the Gore-Lieberman ticket it is clear that We

57、 can say with certainty that the American Dream is alive and it is well. We can call this ticket the American Dream team, said Lieberman. Looking for a particular item, then use the Dems 2000 search to find it ! 6. Gore asked Lieberman to join him on_.答案: the Democratic ticket/the presidential ticket7. What barrier did Gore break when he asked Lieberman to join him? _.答案: a religious barrier8. Which party does Joseph Lieberman