专升本英语试题

The old Volkswagen (VW) Beetle — “The Bug” — is making a comeback (回潮). People who own them are planning to keep them forever. People who don't own them are paying high prices when they can find one for sale. It's more remarkable when you realize that VW Company has already stopped producing them.

A spokesman for Volkswagen of America says there were about five million “Bugs” on American roads in 1977. That was the last year they were shipped to America. VW calculates (估算) that about four million of them are still running, and running, and running.

Used car businessmen say they can't keep “Bugs” on their lots these days.They feel it's because these cars have a history of reliable (牢靠的), inexpensive transportation. The cars average about 30 miles per gallon of gas.

But all hasn't been smoothly going for the “Bugs”. The heating system is poor.And since it travels very close to the ground, large cars tend to splash(溅) it with winter's snow and mud. Some in the safety field consider the Beetle as defenseless against heavier cars. But the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration(管理部门)has nothing that shows any problem with them at all.

66.American people like to have a “Bug” ____ . A. because it is no more in production B. because it is reliable an energy-saving C. because it is remarkable and easy to drive D. because it is safe

67.According to the passage, which of the following statements is TRUE? A. “Bugs” are more popular than other cars in America. B. “Bugs” are now produced in a small quantity. C. American feel proud if they can own a “Bug” .

D. No “Bugs” have been shipped to America since 1977.

68.In the last sentence of the second paragraph, the world “them”refers to _____. A.a car by the name of Volkswagen Beetle B.heavier cars imported from other countries. C.people in the safety field

D.people from National Highway Traffic Administration 69.What is the problem with a “Bug\ A.It does not go smoothly.

B.It is not comfortable in winter. C.It splashes mud and water. D.It travels too slowly.

70.What can be concluded according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration? A.They are going to investigate into “Bugs” problem. B.Some of the “Bugs” are not usable any more. C.It is defenseless when it is hit by a heavy carl. D.The “Bugs” is good for use.

Passage Three

There are many ways to learn about people of other lands. One way is to study the clothing other people wear.

For thousands of years, people in different parts of the world have worn very different types of

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clothing. There are four big reasons for this. One reason might be religion. In many Moslem countries, women must wear veils (面纱) to hide their faces. The veils must be worn in public. Veils are part of the Moslem religion. The second reason is that different materials are used in different countries. For instance, in France the materials used in clothing may be cotton, silk, wool, or many other man-made materials. Most people in China wear cotton. The ways clothes are made are also very different. This is another reason why people dress differently. Western countries rely on machines to make most of their clothing. Someone living in India can use only hand power to make the clothing he needs. Worldwide differences in customs also lead to differences in clothing. A Mexican farmer wears a straw hat with a brim (帽沿) up. In China, a farmer wears a straw hat with a brim down. Both hats are used to protect the farmers from the sun. Some of these customs have come down through thousands of years.

71.If you want to learn about the differences about people in the world, you______ . A．should know the ways to study other lands

B．should know the four big reasons given in the passage C．may study the different types of clothing people wear D．may be surprised by the ways people wear hats

72.In many Moslem countries, women have to______in public.

A．wear more clothes than men B．wear veils to hide their faces C．protect their faces from being hurt D．wear beautiful clothing 73.Which of the following is the reason for the differences in clothing? A．Materials used for clothes differ from country to country. B．Cotton is the common material for clothing.

C．Man-made materials are invented to make clothes. D．Most people like silk clothes.

74.The third reason for different in clothing is______.

A．different materials B．different ways of making clothes C．different styles of dressing D．different religions

75.The two examples of wearing hats are given in the last paragraph to show______. A．the effect of customs on dressing style B．the function of wearing straw hat C．the correct way of wearing straw hat D．the long history of some customs

Passage Four

Pressure Cooker(高压锅) Safety

When you are cooking with a pressure cooker, you should learn a few common sense (常识) rules: 1. Never leave the cooker unwatched when it is in use.

2. Add sufficient liquid but never past the recommended fill point. Overfilling the cooker may block the vent pipe (排气孔) and cause the cooker to explode.

3. Set the cooking time. Too much time may overcook the food or too much pressure may build up in the cooker. Too little time will lead to undercooked food.

4. If you are new to pressure cooking, follow the cooking instructions carefully. Heat and time can either result in a great meal or a ruined one.

5. Never try to force a pressure cooker cover open. Allow the cooker to cool or run it under cool water before trying to open the cover.

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6. Clean the cooker thoroughly after each use. Mild detergent (洗涤剂) and hot water work the best. Do not use stove ash or sand for they may damage the cooker. The gasket (密封圈) is best cleaned in warm soapy water and then dried. Store the gasket in the bottom of the pot. 76.According to the first rule, the user should ________.

A．keep the cooker under close watch B．always keep the cooker half full C．never leave the cooker empty D．never turn off the stove

77.According to the second rule, too much liquid in the cooker may result in ________. A．a ruined meal B．undercooked food C．too little pressure D．a blocked vent pipe 78.According to the fifth rule, a pressure cooker cover should be opened ________. A．as soon as the cooking is finished B．while it is still on the stove C．with force when it is hot D．after it is cooled down 79.According to the instructions, which of the following is TRUE? A．The gasket should be cleaned thoroughly with cold water. B．Mild detergent and hot water can best clean the cooker. C．Soapy water will often damage the cooker. D．Sand can be used to clean the cooker.

80.Which of the following operations may be dangerous? A．Overfilling the cooker with food and water. B．Cleaning the cooker with detergent. C．Cooling the cooker with cold water. D．Setting too little cooking time. Part IV Translation

81.无论问题看起来怎么复杂，他总能找到解决办法。 82.吃过早饭后，作家就坐在书房里处理早上来的信件。 83.她总是很愉快地向我打招呼。 84.你旅游时走陆路还是水路？

85.孩子的性格受家庭环境影响很大。 86.Prices vary with the seasons.

87.A pen is to a writer what a gun is to a fighter . 88.Many girl students specialize in English.

89.Thanks to a kind-hearted taxi driver,Amy arrived at the meeting room in time.

90.The motives for suicide can be categorized into areas such as failure, the need for attention,stress,and so on. Part V Error Correction

91.She (A)is so(B) a good teacher that(C) all the students like (D) her. 92.Supposed(A) he does not come(B),shall(C) we go without(D) him? 93.Neither (A) of them were (B)in good health, but (C) both worked (D) very hard. 94.I’m look(A) forward to hearing(B) good news(C) form you(D). 95.More(A) and mor ,she wanted to communicate(B) for(C) others(D). 96.Her wallet has been stolen(A) from her unlocked car(B) , only(C) because of her carelessness(D). 97.Weather permit(A),the Johnsons(B) will hold open-air(C) garden party(D). 98.No sooner (A) had they reached (B) there then (C) they were ordered to return to (D) London. 99.He must have(A) stayed up late(B) last night,mustn’t(C) he(D) ?

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100.That(A) tests can actually give measurement of the languages skills(B) of the students are(C) questioned by many teachers(D). Part VI Writing

Directions: For this part ,you’re required to write a composition with at least 120 words based on the following picture. Please entitle and write it on the Answer Sheet.

“You are the only one who know whether the shoes fit your feet.”

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