1、2017年 4月全国高等教育自考英语二真题及答案解析(总分：101.00，做题时间：150 分钟)一、阅读判断(总题数：1，分数：10.00)The Thinking Habit That Changed My Life I remember one evening three years ago, when my life was very different. 1 was overweight. I was deeply in debt. I was a smoker. I felt hopeless and helpless.I couldnt change anything.Then
2、I looked up at the sky and thought what a miracle life is. And I resolved to list the good things in my life. I had a wonderful wife. 1 had five amazing children. I could sec and appreciate the beauty of the world around me. The list went on, but you get the idea. Even when things seemed terrible fo
3、r me, actually I was OK.That night I resolved to be grateful for what I had, and for the people in my life. I started the habit of gratitude. Now many people consider it unimportant. Im here to tell you that its very important. It changes lives.Now I appreciate my wife Eva more. I feel good about ha
4、ving her in my life. And we have deepened our relationship. I also appreciate my kids more. Instead of criticizing them, I tend to notice their loveliness, curiosity and humor.To others around me, at work and everywhere else, because instead of seeing the faults in everyone, I see the good, and am g
5、rateful for them. I need less，because instead of thinking about what I dont have, I am grateful for what I do have. Each and every moment becomes cause for gratitude, and life becomes easier.Without the habit of gratitude, we tend to complain and see the bad in people and things. We cant change that
6、 at once, but you can do something. For example, you can start with a small action. Really feel the happiness that something o someone is in your life, or take a moment to make a list of the things in your life that youre thankful for.（分数：10）(1).I was unhappy with my life three years ago.（分数：1）A.Tru
7、eB.FalseC.Not Given(2).I drank every day and couldnt stop it.（分数：1）A.TrueB.FalseC.Not Given(3).I was unable to support my family.（分数：1）A.TrueB.FalseC.Not Given(4).One evening I came to a new understanding of my life.（分数：1）A.TrueB.FalseC.Not Given(5).Now I have a closer relationship with my wife.（分数：
8、1）A.TrueB.FalseC.Not Given(6).I am now more strict with my kids.（分数：1）A.TrueB.FalseC.Not Given(7).I like making friends with people around me.（分数：1）A.TrueB.FalseC.Not Given(8).I now try to see the good in others.（分数：1）A.TrueB.FalseC.Not Given(9).A small action doesnt work to change ones bad habit.（分
9、数：1）A.TrueB.FalseC.Not Given(10).Many people value the habit of gratitude nowadays.（分数：1）A.TrueB.FalseC.Not Given二、阅读选择(总题数：1，分数：10.00)Dog TrainingDog training is a must for all dogs. It is more than just telling your dog to stop doing what hes doing; it is the process of teaching a dog to exhibit c
10、ertain desired behaviors in specific circumstances. Proper dog training is not a “quick一 it is an ongoing process.Dog training also involves teaching the owner. Going through dog training is something that every dog owner should do. It is like going to school over again. It is all about communicatio
11、n, and you need to learn to communicate with your dog.Training your dog to ”sit” is probably the first thing you will train your dog to do. When you want your dog to sit, hold a treat above his head and say “sit”. As the dog sits, say “sit” again and then immediately give him the treat. Your dog sho
12、uld drop into a “sit” position in order to reach the food.Teaching your dog to fetch promotes bonding. To do this, first throw a ball, and give the command “fetch”. As he starts to run towards it, yell “fetch” again. Instead of a ball, you may use the object your dog loves most. Do not play fetch wi
13、th heavy items or sticks, however, as this can damage the dogs teeth or injure the dog.A well-trained dog should remain where his owner commands, so “stay” is an important command in dog training as well. Since it is more involved, that will be the subject of another article.Dog training is a very p
14、hysical activity, so be prepared to be tired. And dog training is never without risk of injury, especially with more aggressive dogs. One major mistake many dog owners make is to think that the dog training is over. Training your dog continues throughout your dogs life.（分数：10）(1).What docs the autho
15、r say about dog training?（分数：2）A.It requires professional guidance.B.It is necessary for every dog.C.It gives dogs good exercise.D.It is an easy job for trainers.(2).What is the most important thing for dog trainers to do?（分数：2）A.Learn to communicate with dogs.B.Give dogs timely encouragement.C.Crea
16、te right circumstances for dogs.D.Teach dogs desired behaviors.(3).Dog trainers usually train their dogs first to ( ).（分数：2）A.JumpB.SlayC.FetchD.Sit(4).To train dogs to fetch，trainers often start with a ( ).（分数：2）A.StickB.BallC.TreatD.Trick(5).Many dog owners tend to think that dog training( ).（分数：2
17、）A.Can be dangerousB.Costs much moneyC.Lakes a short timeD.Can be very tiring三、概括段落大意和补全句子(总题数：1，分数：1.00)Task 1(总题数：1，分数：5.00)A.Education in ancient GreeceB.Friendliness of ancient GreeksC.Wars in ancient GreeceD.Impact of ancient Greek valuesE.Top value of ancient GreeksF.Sense of honor of ancient
18、Greeks（分数：5）(1).Paragraph （分数：1）A.B.C.D.E.F.(2).Paragraph （分数：1）A.B.C.D.E.F.(3).Paragraph （分数：1）A.B.C.D.E.F.(4).Paragraph （分数：1）A.B.C.D.E.F.(5).Paragraph （分数：1）A.B.C.D.E.F.Task 2(总题数：1，分数：5.00)A.to go to schoolB.in many countriesC.to achieve honorD.in whatever they didE.to study lawF.to help others（
19、分数：5）(1).Ancient Greek values arc held( ) .（分数：1）A.B.C.D.E.F.(2).Young men in ancient Greece were required( ) .（分数：1）A.B.C.D.E.F.(3).Young Greeks had a strong desire( ) .（分数：1）A.B.C.D.E.F.(4).Ancient Greeks saw it as a duty ( ) .（分数：1）A.B.C.D.E.F.(5).Ancient Greeks stressed loyalty ( ) . （分数：1）A.B.C
20、.D.E.F.四、填句补文(总题数：1，分数：10.00)The Power of Positive ThinkingHuman emotion is one of those factors that cannot he defined exactly. The reason is that it is quite uncertain. We cannot change the feelings that are roused when we experience different things. (26)Some people forget that they arc in contro
21、l. They make their choices based on their emotions. I hey experience failure and loss and let their emotions rule their decisions. They are trapped in their sadness and thus. experience more failure.Some people say they need a lucky break to recover from、their failures.(27)They need to get over thei
22、r failures on their own. But how do they do that? I he answer is: positive thinking.People often fail to realize the power of positive thinking. (28 )They fail to realize that they only need to overcome their fears in order to truly succeed in life. They just have too much pride and are blinded of t
23、heir own shortcomings.The power of positive thinking lies in belief. (29)You make the decisions that affect your life. You may not be able to change your environment, but you are able to change the way you react to it.The power of positive thinking lies beyond false courage. You need lo take another
24、 look at the world around you. (30)You cant rest on your success. or foolish pride will cause you to make wrong decisions.2630题为共同选项A.They fail to realize that their worst enemy lies within themselves.B.However. we must always remember that we can control our reactions.C.You cant just take a look at
25、 your failures, or you will lose hope.D. We can benefit a lot from positive thinking.E.However, life rarely gives people a break.F.You need to believe that you arc in control.（分数：10）26.（分数：2）A.B.C.D.E.F.27.（分数：2）A.B.C.D.E.F.28.（分数：2）A.B.C.D.E.F.29.（分数：2）A.B.C.D.E.F.30.（分数：2）A.B.C.D.E.F.五、填词补文(总题数：1，
26、分数：15.00)Meet Famous People in LondonMany people like to see famous people. But famous people dont （31）like to be looked at. At least, they dont like to be looked at all day every day! However, there is one （32 ）in England where you can look at lots of famous people every day. That is Madame Tussaud
27、s, the most popular （33 ）attraction in London.On most days of the year, （34 ）of visitors can be seen outside Madame Tussauds. They want to （35） in and see some of the most famous people in the world. If you like, you can （36） to those film stars, sports stars or politicians in Madame Tussauds, but t
28、hey wont （37） anything to you, because they cant! Madame Tussauds is a waxworks (蜡像馆)，and the famous people，in the building are made out of wax. But, this doesnt （38） to be a problem. Ordinary people like looking at （39 ）people, even if they are only （40 ）. Its better than nothing!3140题为共同选项（分数：15.0
29、）31.（分数：1.5）填空项 1:_32.（分数：1.5）填空项 1:_33.（分数：1.5）填空项 1:_34.（分数：1.5）填空项 1:_35.（分数：1.5）填空项 1:_36.（分数：1.5）填空项 1:_37.（分数：1.5）填空项 1:_38.（分数：1.5）填空项 1:_39.（分数：1.5）填空项 1:_40.（分数：1.5）填空项 1:_六、完形补文(总题数：1，分数：15.00)Dont Be Afraid of Making MistakesLost of people don t dare to make mistakes (mistake). They fear
30、that they will be ridiculed or (41)(blame) by others. They fear that they will lose their money and belongings or be under a lot of stress. But risks are (42) (actual) unavoidable and they do pave the way towards success. Have you ever (43) (hear) of someone who achieves success without making any m
31、istakes before?So it is (44)(nature) that making mistakes in your effort to reach your dreams is (45 )(consider) a must, and you shouldnt worry about that as you may get a lot of (46 )(advantage) out of your mistakes. By making mistakes you then can distinguish between the correct and the (47 )(corr
32、ect) portions of what you did. Anthony DAngelo said: “In order to succeed you must fail, so that you know what to do the next time.” And Robert Louis Stevenson even (48 )(go) to the extreme as to say: “Our business in life is not to succeed, but to continue to fail in good (49 ) (spirit).”You neednt
33、 worry about anything as long as you keep on going by(50) (wise) learning from your mistakes and trying even harder.（分数：15.0）41（分数：1.5）填空项 1:_42.（分数：1.5）填空项 1:_43.（分数：1.5）填空项 1:_44.（分数：1.5）填空项 1:_45.（分数：1.5）填空项 1:_46.（分数：1.5）填空项 1:_47.（分数：1.5）填空项 1:_48.（分数：1.5）填空项 1:_49.（分数：1.5）填空项 1:_50.（分数：1.5）填空项
34、 1:_七、短文写作(总题数：1，分数：30.00)51.假设你叫李华，在 2008 年暑假期间成为了北京奥运会的一名志愿者，请你用英语给美国的笔友 Tom写一封 100 字左右的信，谈谈你当志愿者的心得体会。要点如下：1 志愿者工作艰辛而快乐；2 锻炼了英语口语；3 增强了合作精神和责任感；4 你感到很骄傲，并将珍藏这份记忆。注意：1 信件的开头和结尾都已给出，不记人总词数。2 可适当增加细节以使行文连贯。（分数：30.00）_2017年 4月全国高等教育自考英语二真题答案解析(总分：101.00，做题时间：150 分钟)一、阅读判断(总题数：1，分数：10.00)The Thinking
35、Habit That Changed My Life I remember one evening three years ago, when my life was very different. 1 was overweight. I was deeply in debt. I was a smoker. I felt hopeless and helpless.I couldnt change anything.Then I looked up at the sky and thought what a miracle life is. And I resolved to list th
36、e good things in my life. I had a wonderful wife. 1 had five amazing children. I could sec and appreciate the beauty of the world around me. The list went on, but you get the idea. Even when things seemed terrible for me, actually I was OK.That night I resolved to be grateful for what I had, and for
37、 the people in my life. I started the habit of gratitude. Now many people consider it unimportant. Im here to tell you that its very important. It changes lives.Now I appreciate my wife Eva more. I feel good about having her in my life. And we have deepened our relationship. I also appreciate my kid
38、s more. Instead of criticizing them, I tend to notice their loveliness, curiosity and humor.To others around me, at work and everywhere else, because instead of seeing the faults in everyone, I see the good, and am grateful for them. I need less，because instead of thinking about what I dont have, I
39、am grateful for what I do have. Each and every moment becomes cause for gratitude, and life becomes easier.Without the habit of gratitude, we tend to complain and see the bad in people and things. We cant change that at once, but you can do something. For example, you can start with a small action.
40、Really feel the happiness that something o someone is in your life, or take a moment to make a list of the things in your life that youre thankful for.（分数：10）(1).I was unhappy with my life three years ago.（分数：1）A.True B.FalseC.Not Given解析：由第一段可知，三年前作者的生活是非常困难的，特别是从该段最后两句“I felt hopeless and helpless
41、.anything.”可知，他觉得自己很绝望也很无助，却对此无能为力。由此可判断，作者三年前对生活很不满意。题干的表述与文章一致，故选 A。(2).I drank every day and couldnt stop it.（分数：1）A.TrueB.FalseC.Not Given 解析：第一段提到了作者吸烟，但文章并没有提到作者每天喝酒，故选 C。(3).I was unable to support my family.（分数：1）A.TrueB.FalseC.Not Given 解析：第一段虽然提到了作者债台高筑，但这一点并不能说明作者无法养家糊口，文章也并没有提到作者无法养家糊口，故
42、选 C。(4).One evening I came to a new understanding of my life.（分数：1）A.True B.FalseC.Not Given解析：由前三段可知，某天晚上，作者本来对生活感到很不满意，但当他抬头望向天空并思考时，他决定列下生活中一些好的事情，也是在那天晚上作者下决心去感激生活中自己所拥有的一切。由此可知，作者在那天晚上对生活有了新的理解。题干的表述与文章不一致，故选 B。(5).Now I have a closer relationship with my wife.（分数：1）A.TrueB.False C.Not Given解析：
43、有第三段第二、三句“I started.many people consider it unimportant.”可知，现在很多人认为保持感恩的习惯并不重要。题干的表述与文章不一致，故选 B。(6).I am now more strict with my kids.（分数：1）A.True B.FalseC.Not Given解析：由第四段第三句“And we have deepened our relstionship.”可知，作者与其妻子的关系加深了，他们变得更加亲密了。题干的表述与文章一致，故选 A。(7).I like making friends with people aroun
44、d me.（分数：1）A.TrueB.False C.Not Given解析：由第四段第四、五句“I also appreciate my kids more.their loveliness， curiosity and humor.”可知，作者不再批评孩子们了，对孩子们更加宽容了。题干的表述与文章不一致，故选 B。(8).I now try to see the good in others.（分数：1）A.TrueB.FalseC.Not Given 解析：第四段第六句虽然提到我对周围的人更加和善了，但文章并未提及我喜欢和周围的人交朋友，故选 C。(9).A small action d
45、oesnt work to change ones bad habit.（分数：1）A.True B.FalseC.Not Given解析：由第四段第六句“Im kinder to others.I see the good, and am grateful for them.”可知，作者现在看待别人尽量去看别人的优点。题干的表述与文章一致，故选 A。(10).Many people value the habit of gratitude nowadays.（分数：1）A.TrueB.False C.Not Given解析：有第五段第二、三句“We cant change.you can s
46、tart with a small action.”可知，我们不能立即改掉自己的坏习惯，但我们能从小的事情开始逐渐改变坏习惯，这说明小的事情也能改变坏习惯。题干的表述与文章不一致，故选 B。二、阅读选择(总题数：1，分数：10.00)Dog TrainingDog training is a must for all dogs. It is more than just telling your dog to stop doing what hes doing; it is the process of teaching a dog to exhibit certain desired beh
47、aviors in specific circumstances. Proper dog training is not a “quick一 it is an ongoing process.Dog training also involves teaching the owner. Going through dog training is something that every dog owner should do. It is like going to school over again. It is all about communication, and you need to
48、 learn to communicate with your dog.Training your dog to ”sit” is probably the first thing you will train your dog to do. When you want your dog to sit, hold a treat above his head and say “sit”. As the dog sits, say “sit” again and then immediately give him the treat. Your dog should drop into a “sit” position in order to reach the food.Teaching your dog to fetch promotes bonding. T
