2013年英语四级考试每日一练(5月14日)
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1. Directions : There are 20 blanks in the following passage. For each blank there are four choices marked A, B, C and D on the right side of the paper. You should choose the ONE that best fits into the passage. Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 2 with a single line through the centre.
There are many superstitions in Britain, but one of the most 1 held is that it is unlucky to walk under a ladder even if it means 2 off the pavement into a busy street! 3 you must pass under a ladder you can 4 bad luck by crossing your fingers and 5 them crossed until you have seen a dog. 6 , you may lick your finger and 7 a cross on the toe of your shoe, and not look again at the shoe until the 8 has dried.
Another common 9 is that it is unlucky to open an umbrella in the house it will either bring 10 to the person who opened it or to the whole 11 ．Anyone opening an umbrella in fine weather is 12 , as it inevitably brings rain !
The number 13 is said to be unlucky for some, and when the 13th day of the month 13 on a Friday, anyone wishing to avoid a bad event had better stay 14 ．The worst misfortune that can happen to a person is caused by breaking a mirror, 15 it brings seven years of bad luck! The superstition is supposed to have 16 in ancient times, when mirrors were considered to be tools of the gods.
lack cats are generally considered lucky in Britain, even though they are 17 with witchcraft. It is 18 lucky if a black cat crosses your path -- although in America the exact opposite belief prevails.
Finally, a commonly held superstition is that of touching wood 19 luck. This measure is most often taken if you think you have said something that is tempting fate, such as "my car has never broken 20 , touch wood?"
A．broadly
B．widely
C．quickly
D．speedily
2. 根据以下资料回答32-47 题
Children model themselves largely on their parents. They do so mainly through identification. Children identify (1) a parent when they believe they have the qualities and feelings that are (2) of that parent. The things parents do and say-and the (3) they do and say to them-therefore strongly influence a child's (4) . However, parents must consistently behave like the type of (5) they want their child to become.
A parent's actions (6) affect the self-image that a child forms (7) identification. Children who see mainly positive qualities in their (8) will likely learn to see themselves in a positive way. Children who observe chiefly (9) qualities in their parents will have (10) seeing positive qualities in themselves. Children may (11) their self-image, however, as they become increasingly (12) by peer groups' standards before they reach 13.
Isolated events, (13) dramatic ones, do not necessarily have a permanent (14) on a child's behavior. Children interpret such events according to their established attitudes and previous training. Children who know they are loved can, (15) , accept the divorce of their parents' or a parent's early (16) But if children feel unloved, they may interpret such events (17) a sign of rejection or punishment.
In the same way, all children are not influenced (18) by toys and games, reading matter, and television programs. (19) in the case of a dramatic change in family relations, the (20) of an activity or experience depends on how the child interprets it.
3. 根据以下资料，回答47-2题。
请在第_____处填上正确答案。
翻译题
4. He made full preparation for the examination_______(以便能顺利通过考试)．
5. The Right Amount of Energy
We all enjoy being around people with energy. They inspire us. They are stimulating, fun, and uplifting. An energetic person has passion in his voice, a bounce in his step, and a smile on his face. Energy makes a person likable, and likability is a key ingredient in persuasive communications. Many business professionals underestimate the energy level required to generate enthusiasm among their listeners. But electrifying speakers bring it. They have an energy that is several levels higher than the people they are attempting to influence.
Most business professionals could use an energy boost for public speaking situations such as Webinars, podcasts, staff meetings, conference calls, and television and radio interviews. Each of these opportunities requires a higher level of energy than would normally be appropriate if you were just chatting to someone in the hallway. But how do you project the right level of vigor without seeming over the top? By weighing yourself on an energy scale. And on this scale, more is better.
The Energy Scale
Recently I helped an executive prepare for his first major presentation in his new role.
"Tell me where your energy is right now on a scale of one to ten," I asked. "One being fast asleep and ten being Jim Cramer on Mad Money. You know, the guy who's yelling and gesturing wildly on his CNBC show. Where are you now?"
"A three," the speaker replied.
"OK, what would it feel like to be a seven, eight or nine? Give it a try," I suggested.
If they're being honest, most presenters place themselves at a three to six on the energy scale. That means there is plenty of room to boost your energy while not appearing too zany. But keep in mind, once you hit a ten or higher, you could be the next YouTube (GOOG) hit--which is not necessarily your top objective! Here are several surefire strategies to boost your energy presence.
1. Practice leaving your comfort zone.
Record several minutes of your presentation as you would normally deliver it: Play it back, preferably with someone else watching and listening as well. Ask yourself and the observer, where am I on the energy scale? Now try it again. This time,break out of your comfort zone. Ham it up. Raise your voice. Use big gestures. Put a big smile on your face. Get to a point where you would feel slightly awkward and uncomfortable. Now watch it. Most likely your energy level will be far more engaging and still remain appropriate fur the situation.
2. Smile and have fun.
Why do most people seem to enjoy Virgin entrepreneur Richard Branson? Because the guy has fun and it shows. He always has a warm, engaging smile on his face. Of course, you can argue that it's easy to walk around with a smile when you're worth $4 billion! But seriously, smile. It won't hurt and it will make you more likable. Most business professionals don't smile as much as they should during presentations. I'm helping some executives prepare for CES, the big Consumer Electronics Show in January where they will announce new products. They get so caught up in the slides and what they're going to say ( as they should during preparation ), they forget that new products bring joy to their consumers. In most cases--with the exception of bad news, of course--the first and last thing you say to yourself before launching into your presentation should be, "Have
3. Get your body moving.
Many people are uncomfortable using expansive hand gestures. Don't be. I spoke to David McNeill at the University of Chicago, who is known for his research into gesture and speech. He says that clear, confident speakers use hand gestures and that the gestures leave a positive impression on listeners.He went on to say that using gestures will help you speak better because for most of us it takes effort not to use gestures.
Don't be afraid of using your hands.
AOL's (TWX) Truveo.com is one of my favorite video search engines. I use it to retrieve clips of business speakers to study their body language. Symantec's (SYMC) John Thompson, Oracle's (ORCL) Larry Ellison, Cisco's (CSCO) John Chambers, and eBay's (EBAY) Meg Whitman are excellent examples of people with confident, energetic body language.
4. Study TV and radio personalities.
Stars of television and radio who score high on the likability scale have high-energy personalities. I had a conversation with Suze Orman over the phone a couple of years ago and remember it to this day. Her energy comes right through the speaker. What you see on her CNBC show is what you get behind the scenes. High energy. The other day I watched Food Network (SSP) star Rachael Ray sign books at a mall where I happened to be shopping. Sometimes critics poke fun at her"perky" personality and phrases like "yum-o," but the fact is she has energy and millions of viewers enjoy it. The networkmorning-show hosts are typically chosen for their energetic personalities. Today's Matt Lauer on NBC (GE) and The EarlyShow's Julie Chen on CBS (CBS) are excellent examples, but there are many others on morning television.
Remember, maintaining an energetic presence is very difficult to do unless you're involved with something you enjoy. If you are truly passionate about your company, product, or service, then show it. Speak with energy and vitality. Your listeners will love you for it.
阅读以上短文，回答 2-2题
From the first paragraph, what is a key point in persuasive communication?
[A] Stimulation.
[B] Uplitting.
[C] Fun.
[D] Likability.
6. 请在（48）处填上答案。
7.
1. Directions : There are 20 blanks in the following passage. For each blank there are four choices marked A, B, C and D on the right side of the paper. You should choose the ONE that best fits into the passage. Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 2 with a single line through the centre.
There are many superstitions in Britain, but one of the most 1 held is that it is unlucky to walk under a ladder even if it means 2 off the pavement into a busy street! 3 you must pass under a ladder you can 4 bad luck by crossing your fingers and 5 them crossed until you have seen a dog. 6 , you may lick your finger and 7 a cross on the toe of your shoe, and not look again at the shoe until the 8 has dried.
Another common 9 is that it is unlucky to open an umbrella in the house it will either bring 10 to the person who opened it or to the whole 11 ．Anyone opening an umbrella in fine weather is 12 , as it inevitably brings rain !
The number 13 is said to be unlucky for some, and when the 13th day of the month 13 on a Friday, anyone wishing to avoid a bad event had better stay 14 ．The worst misfortune that can happen to a person is caused by breaking a mirror, 15 it brings seven years of bad luck! The superstition is supposed to have 16 in ancient times, when mirrors were considered to be tools of the gods.
lack cats are generally considered lucky in Britain, even though they are 17 with witchcraft. It is 18 lucky if a black cat crosses your path -- although in America the exact opposite belief prevails.
Finally, a commonly held superstition is that of touching wood 19 luck. This measure is most often taken if you think you have said something that is tempting fate, such as "my car has never broken 20 , touch wood?"
A．broadly
B．widely
C．quickly
D．speedily
2. 根据以下资料回答32-47 题
Children model themselves largely on their parents. They do so mainly through identification. Children identify (1) a parent when they believe they have the qualities and feelings that are (2) of that parent. The things parents do and say-and the (3) they do and say to them-therefore strongly influence a child's (4) . However, parents must consistently behave like the type of (5) they want their child to become.
A parent's actions (6) affect the self-image that a child forms (7) identification. Children who see mainly positive qualities in their (8) will likely learn to see themselves in a positive way. Children who observe chiefly (9) qualities in their parents will have (10) seeing positive qualities in themselves. Children may (11) their self-image, however, as they become increasingly (12) by peer groups' standards before they reach 13.
Isolated events, (13) dramatic ones, do not necessarily have a permanent (14) on a child's behavior. Children interpret such events according to their established attitudes and previous training. Children who know they are loved can, (15) , accept the divorce of their parents' or a parent's early (16) But if children feel unloved, they may interpret such events (17) a sign of rejection or punishment.
In the same way, all children are not influenced (18) by toys and games, reading matter, and television programs. (19) in the case of a dramatic change in family relations, the (20) of an activity or experience depends on how the child interprets it.
3. 根据以下资料，回答47-2题。
请在第_____处填上正确答案。
翻译题
4. He made full preparation for the examination_______(以便能顺利通过考试)．
5. The Right Amount of Energy
We all enjoy being around people with energy. They inspire us. They are stimulating, fun, and uplifting. An energetic person has passion in his voice, a bounce in his step, and a smile on his face. Energy makes a person likable, and likability is a key ingredient in persuasive communications. Many business professionals underestimate the energy level required to generate enthusiasm among their listeners. But electrifying speakers bring it. They have an energy that is several levels higher than the people they are attempting to influence.
Most business professionals could use an energy boost for public speaking situations such as Webinars, podcasts, staff meetings, conference calls, and television and radio interviews. Each of these opportunities requires a higher level of energy than would normally be appropriate if you were just chatting to someone in the hallway. But how do you project the right level of vigor without seeming over the top? By weighing yourself on an energy scale. And on this scale, more is better.
The Energy Scale
Recently I helped an executive prepare for his first major presentation in his new role.
"Tell me where your energy is right now on a scale of one to ten," I asked. "One being fast asleep and ten being Jim Cramer on Mad Money. You know, the guy who's yelling and gesturing wildly on his CNBC show. Where are you now?"
"A three," the speaker replied.
"OK, what would it feel like to be a seven, eight or nine? Give it a try," I suggested.
If they're being honest, most presenters place themselves at a three to six on the energy scale. That means there is plenty of room to boost your energy while not appearing too zany. But keep in mind, once you hit a ten or higher, you could be the next YouTube (GOOG) hit--which is not necessarily your top objective! Here are several surefire strategies to boost your energy presence.
1. Practice leaving your comfort zone.
Record several minutes of your presentation as you would normally deliver it: Play it back, preferably with someone else watching and listening as well. Ask yourself and the observer, where am I on the energy scale? Now try it again. This time,break out of your comfort zone. Ham it up. Raise your voice. Use big gestures. Put a big smile on your face. Get to a point where you would feel slightly awkward and uncomfortable. Now watch it. Most likely your energy level will be far more engaging and still remain appropriate fur the situation.
2. Smile and have fun.
Why do most people seem to enjoy Virgin entrepreneur Richard Branson? Because the guy has fun and it shows. He always has a warm, engaging smile on his face. Of course, you can argue that it's easy to walk around with a smile when you're worth $4 billion! But seriously, smile. It won't hurt and it will make you more likable. Most business professionals don't smile as much as they should during presentations. I'm helping some executives prepare for CES, the big Consumer Electronics Show in January where they will announce new products. They get so caught up in the slides and what they're going to say ( as they should during preparation ), they forget that new products bring joy to their consumers. In most cases--with the exception of bad news, of course--the first and last thing you say to yourself before launching into your presentation should be, "Have
3. Get your body moving.
Many people are uncomfortable using expansive hand gestures. Don't be. I spoke to David McNeill at the University of Chicago, who is known for his research into gesture and speech. He says that clear, confident speakers use hand gestures and that the gestures leave a positive impression on listeners.He went on to say that using gestures will help you speak better because for most of us it takes effort not to use gestures.
Don't be afraid of using your hands.
AOL's (TWX) Truveo.com is one of my favorite video search engines. I use it to retrieve clips of business speakers to study their body language. Symantec's (SYMC) John Thompson, Oracle's (ORCL) Larry Ellison, Cisco's (CSCO) John Chambers, and eBay's (EBAY) Meg Whitman are excellent examples of people with confident, energetic body language.
4. Study TV and radio personalities.
Stars of television and radio who score high on the likability scale have high-energy personalities. I had a conversation with Suze Orman over the phone a couple of years ago and remember it to this day. Her energy comes right through the speaker. What you see on her CNBC show is what you get behind the scenes. High energy. The other day I watched Food Network (SSP) star Rachael Ray sign books at a mall where I happened to be shopping. Sometimes critics poke fun at her"perky" personality and phrases like "yum-o," but the fact is she has energy and millions of viewers enjoy it. The networkmorning-show hosts are typically chosen for their energetic personalities. Today's Matt Lauer on NBC (GE) and The EarlyShow's Julie Chen on CBS (CBS) are excellent examples, but there are many others on morning television.
Remember, maintaining an energetic presence is very difficult to do unless you're involved with something you enjoy. If you are truly passionate about your company, product, or service, then show it. Speak with energy and vitality. Your listeners will love you for it.
阅读以上短文，回答 2-2题
From the first paragraph, what is a key point in persuasive communication?
[A] Stimulation.
[B] Uplitting.
[C] Fun.
[D] Likability.
6. 请在（48）处填上答案。
7.
按要求回答{TSE}题：
Why were the Sloans childless?
A) They couldn't afford to bring up achild.
B) They decided not to have a child.
C) They were infertile.
D) Lots of bad luck happened to them.
8. 
9. 
翻译
10. The finding of this study failed to ________________________ （将人们的睡眠质量考虑在内）.
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