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大学英语四级考试(CET 4)
试题册

　　注意事项
　　一、 将自己的校名、姓名、学校代号、准考证号写在答题卡1和答题卡2上，将本试卷代号划在答题卡2上。
　　二、 把试题册、答题卡均不得带出考场。考试结束后，教师收卷后才可离开考场。
　　三、 仔细读懂题目的说明。
　　四、 在30分钟内做完答题卡1上的作文题。30分钟后考生按指令启封试题册。在接着的15分钟内完成快速阅读理解部分的试题。然后监考员收取答题卡1，考生在答题卡2上完成其余部分的试题。全部答题时间为125分钟，不得拖延答题。
　　五、 考生必须在答题卡上作答，凡写在试题册上的大案一律无效。
　　六、 多项选择题每题只有一个答案;如多选，则该题无分。选定答案后用HB-2B浓度的铅笔在相应的字母中划一条横线。划线要有一定的粗度，要盖过字母的底色。
　　七、 如果要改动答案，必须先用橡皮擦净原来选定的答案，然后按规定重新答题。
　　八、 在考试过程中要注意对自己的答案保密。若被他人抄袭，一经发现，后果自负。
　　Part Ⅰ Writing (30 minutes)
　　注意：此部分试题在答题卡 1上，请在答题卡1上作答。
　　Part II Reading Comprehension (Skimming and Scanning) (15 minutes)
　　Directions: In this part, you will have 15 minutes to go over the passage quickly and answer the questions on Answer Sheet 1. For questions 1-7, choose the best answer from the choices marked A), B), C) and D). For questions 8 to10, complete the sentences with the information given in the passage.
　　A Few Aspects of American Life
　　Travel
　　It’s summertime. For many Americans, this is the season to travel. Why? Because school is over and the weather is great. And most of all, they believe they deserve a break. When Americans take a break, they often head for their favorite vacation spot.
　　Throughout their history, Americans have been people on the move. The early immigrants had to travel to get to the New World. Once they arrived, the settled along the East Coast. But they weren’t content to stay here. Explorers and traders journeyed to the unknown western territories. Later, settlers moved west to develop new areas. As a result of this west movement, Americans eventually occupied the whole continent—from the Atlantic to the Pacific. Even today, Americans seem unable to stay put. Research says that average American moves every five years.
　　Americans are used to traveling. Some people make long-distance commuting to work daily. Their jobs may even require them to take frequent business trips. Most companies provide an annual vacation for their employees, and people often use that time to travel. Some people just visit friend or relatives in distant states. Some go on low-budget weekend trips and stay in economy motels. Those with more expensive tastes choose luxurious hotels. Camping out in the great outdoors appeals to adventurous types. Some travel in recreational vehicles to camp out in comfort, while others “rough it” by sleeping in tents. Families often plan their trips with the kids in mind. More and more “family friendly” hotels offer special programs for children.
　　Pet
　　Americans love pets. Many pet owners treat their pets as a part of the family. You might say Americans treat their pets like they treat their children—sometimes even better.
　　In America, there are more households with pets than those with children. At least 43 percent of US homes have pets of some sort. Usual creatures, such as monkeys, snakes and even wolves, find a home with some Americans. More common pets include fish, mice and birds. But the all-time favorites are cats and dogs, even at the White House. Americans sometimes have strong feelings about whether dogs or cats make better pets. “Dog people” and “cat people” often enjoy friendly competition.
　　Many grocery stores in America sell pet foods. Pets can even accompany their owners on vacation. Fancy hotels are beginning to accommodate both man and animal. Animal guests at Four Seasons Hotels can enjoy delicious meals served on fine china and sleep in soft beds.
　　The average American enjoys having pets around, and for good reason. Researchers have discovered that interacting with animals lowers a person’s blood pressure. Dogs can offer protection from robbers and unwelcome visitors. Cats can help rid the home of unwanted mice. Little creatures of all shapes and sizes can provide friendship and love. In many cases, having a pet prepares a young couple for the responsibilities of parenthood. Pets even encourage social relationships: they give their owners an appearance of friendliness, and they provide a good subject of conversation.
　　Pets are as basic to American culture as hot dogs or apple pie. To Americans, pets are not just property, but a part of the family.
　　Marriage
　　“I do.” To Americans, these two words carry great meaning. They can even change your life, especially if you say them at your own wedding. Making wedding promises is like signing a contract. Now Americans don’t really think marriage is a business deal. But marriage is a serious business.
　　It all begins with engagement (婚约). Traditionally, a young man asks the father of his sweetheart for permission to marry her. If the father agrees, the man later proposes to her. Often he tries to surprise her by asking her to marry him in a romantic way.
　　Sometimes the couple just decides together that the time is right to get married. They may be engaged for weeks, months or even years. As the big approaches, bridal (新娘的) showers and bachelor’s parties provide many gifts. Today many couples also receive counseling during engagement. This prepares them for the challenges of married life.
　　At last it’s time for the wedding. Although most weddings follow long-held traditions, there’s still room for individualism. For example, the usual place for a wedding is in a church. But some people get married outdoors. A few even have the ceremony while skydiving or riding on horseback! The couple may invite hundreds of people or just a few close friends. They choose their own style of colors, decorations and music during the ceremony. But some things rarely change. The bride usually wears a beautiful, long white wedding dress. She traditionally wears “something old, something new, something borrowed and something blue”. The groom (新郎) wears a formal suit. Relatives and close friends participate in the ceremony.
　　As the ceremony begins, the groom stands with the minister, facing the audience. Music signals the entrance of the beautiful bride. Nervously, the young couple repeats their promises. Traditionally, they promise to love each other “for better, for worse, for richer, for poorer, in sickness and in health”. But sometimes the couple composes their own promises. They give each other a gold ring as a symbol of their marriage promise. Finally the minister announces the big moment: “I now pronounce you man and wife. You may kiss your bride!”
　　1. What is the top reason Americans travel in the summertime?
　　A) School is over.
　　B) They think they deserve a rest.
　　C) Summer is the season to travel.
　　D) The weather is great.
　　2. Every year, most companies _______.
　　A) require a business trip
　　B) insist that workers commute
　　C) have employees travel together
　　D) provide a vacation for workers
　　3. Many Americans treat their pets as _______.
　　A) very usual things
　　B) very common things
　　C) their own property
　　D) their family members
　　4. According to the passage, some fancy hotels could provide for your pets the following except _______.
　　A) good accommodation
　　B) some well-served food
　　C) a soft bed
　　D) delicious Chinese meals
　　5. It’s discovered that interaction with pet animals is good for health as they can help to _______.
　　A) guard against unwelcome visitors
　　B) catch unwanted mice
　　C) lower blood pressure
　　D) keep company
　　6. Pet can encourage social relationship by _______.
　　A) acting as basic element to American culture
　　B) providing a subject for chatting
　　C) becoming members for the family
　　D) having a friendly appearance
　　7. Traditionally, if a young man wants to get married to his girlfriend he is supposed to _______.
　　A) propose to his friend at the right time
　　B) ask his girlfriend to marry him in a romantic way
　　C) get the permission of his girlfriend’s mother
　　D) get the permission of his girlfriend’s father
　　注意：此部分试题在答题卡1上作答;8-10题在答题卡1上。