B. the function of universities
C. the role of imagination in our lives
D. the relationship between imagination and experience
37. According to the passage, the justification for a university is that _____. A. it presents facts and experience to young and old B. it imparts knowledge to imaginative people
C. it combines imagination with knowledge and experience D. it enables men to construct an intellectual vision of the world 38. The word ―eliciting‖ in paragraph 2 probably means ______. A. applying B. illuminating C. drawing forth D. preserving
39. Which of the following is NOT discussed in the passage as one of the things imagination can do?
A. It makes our life exciting and worthwhile. B. It helps us to understand the world.
C. It helps us to formulate laws about the facts. D. It provides inspiration to the artists.
40. According to the author, the tragedy of the world is that _____. A. our energy of imagination cannot be preserved B. our imagination is seldom disciplined C. we grow old inevitably
D. too many people are either fools or pedants
Passage 2
Questions 41—45 are based on the following passage:
Africans see many advantages in uniting the continent into a single nation, or in uniting several small nations of a particular region into a nation. In unity there is strength. Africans often point to the United States, formed by the original 13 states, as an illustration of this principle. Africa now is divided into many weak nations; united they would be much stronger. Africans could then more easily deal with foreign efforts to control them. Also it would be easier and less expensive to plan and carry out big projects like to building of highways and dams.
The considerations for African unity to beyond the practical advantages if would bring. As we have seen, the feeling of belonging to a particular nation is not strong among Africans. If, for example, you were to ask a man from Paris, ―What are you?‖ he would certainly answer, ―A Frenchman.’ Ask the same question of a man from Ibadan in Nigeria and he might give one of three answers, or all three, depending upon his education and outlook. He might say, ―A Yoruba‖(his people), or ―A Nigerian‖, or just simply ―An African‖.
Another factor that enters into the desire for unity is that educated Africans throughout the continent feel that they all have many things in common. Africa’s leaders, especially, all lived through the experience of colonial rule. Many of them went to school and university with men who now lead other African countries. They all feel resentful about the way in which they were in the past. Compared with these strong bonds, which overshadow the borders of nations, the idea of building separate nations does not have so much meaning. Some leaders say they are ready, in fact, to give up their separate nations. Four nations have written into their constitutions a provision that
the government may give up its powers to a Pan-African government.
41. The following advantages in the unity of Africa are true EXCEPT ______. A. they could build their unity more easily
B. they can extricate foreign influence with less difficulties C. they can be united into 13 states as the U.S.A. once was D. they could spend less money in building their unity 42. From Para. 2, we can see that ______. A. not every African hopes they are united
B. some Africans are illiterate and don’t know how to express themselves clearly C. it’s hard for Africans to decide which part they belong to D. French people are of course more intelligent than Africans
43. Which is NOT true of the following statements about educated Africans? A. They have the same experience to colonial rule. B. They are contented with the way they were treated.
C. They share the similar political views because they were once schoolmates. D. They all hope they are united.
44. We can probably interpret the part ―overshadow the borders of nations‖ (Line 4-5, Para.3) as _______.
A. the borders of nations are more important than the bonds B. the bonds are more important than the borders of nations C. the bonds cover the borders from light
D. the bonds has thrown shadow over the borders of nations
45. From the passage, we may judge ―a Pan-African government‖ refers to ______. A. a unity of Africa B. a separate country C. a quasi-unity of Africa D. a constitutional nation
Passage 3
Questions 46—50 are based on the following passage:
Since World War II, there has been a clearly discernible trend, especially among the growing group of college students, towards early marriage. Many youths begin dating in the first stages of adolescence, ―go steady‖ through high school, and many before their formal education has been completed. In some quarters, there is much shaking of graying locks and clucking of middle-aged tongues over the ways of ―wayward youth.‖ However, emotional maturity is no respecter of birthdays, it does not arrive automatically at twenty-one or twenty-five. Some achieve it surprisingly early, while others never do, even in three-score years and ten.
Many students are marrying as an escape, not only from an unsatisfying home life, but also from their own personal problems of isolation and loneliness. And it can almost be put down as a dictum that any marriage entered into as an escape cannot prove entirely successful. The sad fact is that marriage seldom solves one’s problems: more often, it merely accentuates them. Furthermore, it is doubtful whether the home as an institution is capable of all that the young are seeking to put into it; one might say in theological terms that they forsaking one idol only to worship another. Young people correctly understand that their parents are wrong in believing that
―success‖ is the ultimate goal, but they erroneously believe that they themselves have found the true center of life’s meaning. Their expectations of marriage are essentially utopian and therefore incapable of fulfillment. They want too much, and tragic disillusionment is often bound to follow. Shall we, then, join the chorus of ―Miserere‖ over early marriages? One cannot generalize: all early marriages are not bad any more than all-later ones are good. Satisfactory marriages are determined not by chronology, but by the emotional maturity of the partners. Therefore, each case must be judged on its own merits. If the early marriage is not an escape, if it is entered into with relatively few illusions or false expectations, and if it is economically feasible, why not? Good marriages can be made from sixteen to sixty, and so can bad ones. 46. According to this article the trend toward early marriages ______. A. is the result of the Great Depression of the 30’s B. cannot be easily determined C. is one that can be clearly seen
D. is an outgrowth of the moral looseness brought about by World War II 47. The author states that the home as an institution is ______. A. escapism
B. theological dictum
C. lack of formal education D. convenience
48. The author states that the home as an institution is _____. A. a false god
B. unworthy of worship
C. probably not capable of being what many young people expect it to be D. incapable of being the basic unit of society
49. Many young people who marry early believe that _____. A. Their parents have found the true meaning of life B. they have found the center of life’s meaning C. ―success‖ is the ultimate goal D. to succeed is not at all important
50. Youthful expectations of marriage can be described as ______. A. utopian B. realistic C. materialistic D. tragic
Passage 4
Questions 51—55 are based on the following passage:
Most people agree that the direct, assertive(自信) American personality is a virtue, but it sometimes surprises foreigners. In many cultures, respect for older people or those in positions of authority keeps others from expressing their true feelings. But in the U.S.A., children often argue with their parents, students may disagree with their teachers, and citizens may express opposition to the actions of the government. Of the soup has a fly in it or the meat is too tough to chew, the diner can complain to the waiter. If the boss makes a mistake, an employee will politely point it out.
Some straight talk about the American character must include the admission that Americans have their faults. The extremely competitive nature of Americans is probably their worst fault. Of
course, competition isn’t always bad. In fact, it promotes excellence by encouraging individuals (and businesses) to try to do their best. But the desire to get ahead of others sometimes causes people to do things that are unkind and even dishonest.
Also, Americans admire what is practical, fast, efficient, and new. Sometimes they fail to understand and appreciate cultures that have greater respect for more traditional, leisurely ways of doing things. Conversely, people from other cultures may dislike the practical, hectic American lifestyle.
Despite culture differences, most foreigners give Americans credit for their virtues. Americans are generally viewed as friendly, adaptable, energetic, and kind-hearted. Most newcomers to the U.S.A. like Americans, and the feeling is usually mutual. Perhaps the greatest American virtue is a deep interest in new ideas and new people. In a nation of immigrants, the foreigner does not remain outsider for long.
51. This passage is mainly about ______.
A. American virtues B. American characters C. American lifestyles D. American culture 52. In order to show the respect for older people, _______.
A. people from some other cultures may sometimes hide their true feelings B. people from some other cultures will always express their true feelings C. American always show their true feelings
D. American may sometimes hide their true feelings
53. The extremely competitive nature is considered as one of American faults because ______. A. people from other cultures are afraid of competition B. only American people possess it C. it will make people forget leisure
D. it may sometimes encourage people to do something bad 54. What does the author feel about American characters?
A. He does not like Americans because they sometimes fail to understand different cultures. B. He appreciates the extremely competitive nature of Americans.
C. He appreciates American characters as they are generally viewed as friendly, adaptable, and kind-hearted.
D. He admires American virtues as they are viewed as competitive, critical, and anti-traditional. 55. It can be inferred from the passage that _______.
A. American students’ disagreement with their teachers makes them learn more
B. the competitive nature of Americans makes them always desire to get ahead of other people C. people from other cultures dislike Americans, because Americans show no respect for the older people
D. American people are more likely to be critical of everything than people from other cultures
V. Cloze (20 points)
Directions: There are 20 blanks in the following passage. For each blank there are four choices marked A, B, C and D. You are required to choose the ONE that best fits into the passage. Then mark the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the center.
There are many kinds of bridges. A bridge can be a log 56 a stream or a rope across a river.
57 some bridges are very complex structures. They are large enough and 58 enough for long trains to 59 over, and they can hold hundreds of cars 60 the same time. One of the most famous bridges in the world is the Golden Gate Bridge 61 spans San Francisco Bay. 62 it was built in 1937, it has become one of the first sights people 63 when they are coming to San Francisco 64 . The main part of the Golden Gate Bridge is a suspension span. It hangs from steel cables that are 65 by two huge towers, 66 at each end of the bridge. The suspension span was the 67 in the world 68 . It was completed in 1937. It 69 4,200 feet between the towers. The floor of the bridges is 70 enough for six 71 of cars, three in each 72 . There are sidewalks, too, 73 not many people use them. It 74 a lot of time to go on foot from one end of the bridge to 75 . 56. A. like B. as C. over D. across 57. A. So B. But C. And D. For 58. A. strong B. wide C. high D. heavy 59. A. run B. walk C. pass D. speed 60. A. in B. at C. on D. during 61. A. where B. in which C. that D. and 62. A. When B. As C. Although D. Since
63. A. see B. find C. to meet D. to enjoy 64. A. by train B. by ship C. by plane D. by bus 65. A. destroyed B. decorated C. supported D. standing 66. A. one B. another C. some D. the other 67. A. most B. longest C. widest D. heaviest 68. A. before B. because C. since D. when 69. A. holds B. rules C. measures D. weighs 70. A. long B. wide C. deep D. far 71. A. roads B. lines C. queues D. lanes 72. A. way B. direction C. speed limit D. bridge 73. A. but B. and C. because D. moreover 74. A. costs B. spends C. takes D. uses 75. A. another B. others C. the other D. next one
VI. Writing (20 points)
Directions：In this part you are required to write a composition entitled An Application Letter in no less than 100 words. Be sure to base your composition on the following outline given in Chinese. Please remember to write it on the Composition Sheet. 1. 假使你看到了一个公司的招聘广告；
2. 介绍自己的背景材料（如学历、专业、特长、爱好等）； 3. 说明你强烈的应聘愿望。
佳鑫诺2010专接本公共课英语模拟试卷（二）
(考试时间: 90分钟) (总分: 120 分)
I. Phonetics (5 points)
Directions: In each of the following groups of words, there are four underlined letters or