1、高级英语自考题-3 及答案解析(总分：100.00，做题时间：90 分钟)He shouted sharply, “Number off, “ and (1) they obeyed, “.twenty-eight, twenty-nine, thirty. “ They knew he knew without counting. This was just a line in his (2) he couldnt sacrifice. He said, “Your (3) then is three. We are quite (4) as to which three. You can
2、choose for yourselves. The funeral (5) will begin at seven tomorrow morning. “First I spent five years in an (6) profession (the Indian Imperial Police, in Burma), and then I (7) poverty and the sense of failure. This increased my natural (8) of authority and made me for the first time fully (9) of
3、the existence of the working classes, and the job in Burma had given me some understanding of the nature of imperialism; but these experiences were not enough to give me an (10) political orientation.Mrs. Bertha Flowers was the aristocrat of Black Stamps. She had the (11) of control to appear warm i
4、n the coldest weather, and on the Arkansas summer days it seemed she had a (12) breeze which swirled around, cooling her.Her skin was a (13) black that would have peeled like a plum if (14) , but then no one would have thought of getting close enough to Mrs. Flowers to ruffle her dress, let alone sn
5、ag her skin. She didnt encourage (15) .One of the greatest and most justified criticisms of television has been that in (16) to the largest audience possible, it neglects minority audiences and minority tastes. This is still (17) true. But there is, perhaps, one program a day and many, of course, on
6、 Sunday which an intelligent man or woman can enjoy and (18) interest from. In my trips east or west or north or south, I pick up the (19) paper to find this enjoyment or interest (20) vain.And if we apply to other attributes the criteria we would not want bright children any more; wed (21) want the
7、m to look bright-and get (22) school fast. We wouldnt be interested in beautiful women (23) a good paint job. And wed be opposed to the most (24) quality of man: his individuality, his (25) from the mob.A. allotment B. precious C. accurateD. unsuitableE. awareF. differentnessG. familiarityH. grace I
8、. derive J. snaggedK. appealing L. underwent M. rites N. just O. charadeP. largely Q. private R. merely S. sullenly T. localU. hatred V. indifferentW. in X. through Y. rich（分数：25.00）填空项 1:_填空项 1:_填空项 1:_填空项 1:_填空项 1:_填空项 1:_填空项 1:_填空项 1:_填空项 1:_填空项 1:_填空项 1:_填空项 1:_填空项 1:_填空项 1:_填空项 1:_填空项 1:_填空项 1:
9、_填空项 1:_填空项 1:_填空项 1:_填空项 1:_填空项 1:_填空项 1:_填空项 1:_填空项 1:_1.I do every single bit of housework _ my husband Bob just does the dishes now and then.A. while B. sinceC. when D. as（分数：1.00）A.B.C.D.2.I dont like making speeches in public; its so _A. embarrassing B. excitingC. enlightening D. embittering（分
10、数：1.00）A.B.C.D.3.The man had the greatest difficulty sending the little _ girl to bed.A. imaginative B. imaginaryC. imaginable D. imagining（分数：1.00）A.B.C.D.4.I have great _ for people in affliction.A. haughty B. arrogantC. empathy D. sympathy（分数：1.00）A.B.C.D.5.She was very _ about my suggestion.A. t
11、entative B. noncommittalC. hesitant D. abridged（分数：1.00）A.B.C.D.6.A bit later I _ a group of hikers out for a walk.A. came on B. came uponC. came back D. came up with（分数：1.00）A.B.C.D.7.Youd better let me know as soon as there is a(n) _ position in the branch office.A. vacuum B. emptyC. hollow D. vac
12、ant（分数：1.00）A.B.C.D.8.The president made a _ speech at the opening ceremony of the sports meeting, which encouraged the sportsmen greatly.A. vigorous B. tediousC. flat D. harsh（分数：1.00）A.B.C.D.9.The ball _ two or three times before rolling down the slope.A. swayed B. bouncedC. hopped D. darted（分数：1.
13、00）A.B.C.D.10.Sports and _ have always been part of university life.A. creation B. reputationC. recreation D. reservation（分数：1.00）A.B.C.D.11.It seems to be more _ in the mountains when birds are singing.A. on ones own B. loneC. alone D. lonesome（分数：1.00）A.B.C.D.12.This is a film in which Spielberg u
14、sed real actors. instead of _ men.A. stun B. stinkC. stunt D. stuffed（分数：1.00）A.B.C.D.13._ and wage increases have not kept in step.A. product B. productionC. produce D. productivity（分数：1.00）A.B.C.D.14.No one can function properly if they are _ of adequate sleep.A. contrived B. deprivedC. ripped D.
15、stripped（分数：1.00）A.B.C.D.15.It was surprising that the hotel which looked rather _ outside was luxuriously and artistically furnished inside.A. shabby B. cheapC. old D. broken（分数：1.00）A.B.C.D.Work-life balance: Ways to restore harmony and reduce stress(1) Finding work-life balance in todays frenetic
16、ally (疯狂地) paced world is no simple task.(2) Spend more time at work than at home, and you miss out on a rewarding personal life. Then again, when you face challenges in your personal life, such as caring for an aging parent or coping with marital problems, concentrating on your job can be difficult
17、.(3) Whether the problem is too much focus on work or too little, when your work life and your personal life feel out of balance, stressalong with its harmful effects-is the result.(4) The good news is that you can take control of your work-life balanceand give yourself the time to do the things tha
18、t are most important to you. The first step is to recognize how the world of work has changed. Then you can evaluate your relationship to work and apply some specific strategies for striking a healthier balance.How work invades your personal life(5) There was a time when employees showed up for work
19、 Monday through Friday and worked eight-to nine-hour days. The boundaries between work and home were fairly clear then. But the world has changed and, unfortunately, the boundaries have blurred for many workers. Heres why:Global economy. As more skilled workers enter the global labor market and comp
20、anies outsource or remove more jobs to reduce labor costs, people feel pressured to work longer and produce more just to protect their jobs.International business. Work continues around the world 24 hours a day for some people. If you work in an international organization, you might be on call aroun
21、d the clock for troubleshooting or consulting.Advanced communication technology. Many people now have the ability to work anywhere-from their home to their car and even on vacation. And some managers expect this.Longer hours. Employers commonly ask employees to work longer hours than theyre schedule
22、d. Often, overtime is mandatory (强制性的). If you hope to move up the career ladder, you may find yourself regularly working more than 40 hours a week to achieve and exceed expectations.Changes in family roles. Todays married worker is typically part of a dual-career couples, which makes it difficult t
23、o find time to meet commitments to family, friends and community.Married to your work(6) It can be tempting to rack up the hours at workespecially if youre trying to earn a promotion or some extra money for a childs education or a dream vacation. For others, working more hours feels necessary in ord
24、er to manage the workload.(7) But if youre spending most of your time at work, your home life will likely pay the price. Consider the pros and cons of working extra hours on your work-life balance:Fatigue. Your ability to think and your eye-hand coordination decrease when youre tired. This means you
25、re less productive and may make more mistakes. These mistakes can lead to injury or rework and negatively impact on your professional reputation.Family. You may miss out on important events, such as your childs first bike ride, your fathers 60th birthday or your high-school reunion. Missing out on i
26、mportant milestones may harm relationships with your loved ones.Friends. Trusted friends are a key part of your support system. But if youre spending time at the office instead of with them, youll find it difficult to nurture those friendships.Expectations. If you regularly work extra hours, you may
27、 be given more responsibility. This could create a never-ending and increasing cycle, causing more concerns and challenges.(8) Sometimes working overtime is important. If you work for a company that requires mandatory overtime, you wont be able to avoid it, but you can learn to manage it. Most impor
28、tantly, say no when youre too tired, when its affecting your health or when you have crucial family obligations.Striking the best work-life balance(9) For most people, juggling (巧妙处理) the demands of career and personal life is an ongoing challenge. With so many demands on your timefrom overtime to f
29、amily obligationsit can feel difficult to strike this balance. The goal is to make time for the activities that are the most important to you.(10) Here are some ideas to help you find the balance thats best for you:Learn to say no. Whether its a co-worker asking you to spearhead(充当先锋)an extra projec
30、t or you childs teacher asking you to manage the class play, remember that its OK to respectfully say no. When you quit doing the things you only do out of guilt or a false sense of obligation, youll make more room in your life for the activities that are meaningful to you and bring you joy.Leave wo
31、rk at work. Make a conscious decision to separate work time from personal time. When with your family, for instance, turn off your cell phone and put away your laptop computer.Manage your time. Organize household tasks efficiently. Do one or two loads of laundry every day, rather than saving it all
32、for your day off. A weekly family calendar of important dates and a daily list of to-dos will help you avoid deadline panic. If your employer offers a course in time management, sign up for it.Get enough sleep. Theres nothing as stressful and potentially dangerous as working when youre sleep-deprive
33、d. Not only is your productivity affected, but also you can make costly mistakes. You may then have to work even more hours to make up for these mistakes.Communicate clearly. Limit time-consuming misunderstandings by communicating clearly and listening carefully. Take notes if necessary.Nurture your
34、self. Set aside time each day for an activity that you enjoy, such as walking, working out or listening to music.Set aside one night each week for recreation. Take the phone off the hook, power down the computer and turn off the TV. Discover activities you can do with your partner, family or friends
35、, such as playing golf, fishing or canoeing. Making time for activities you enjoy will rejuvenate(使年 轻)you.(11) Remember, striking a work-life balance isnt a one-shot deal. Creating balance in your life is a continuous process. Balance doesnt mean doing everything. Examine your priorities and set bo
36、undaries. Be firm in what you can and cannot do. Only you can restore harmony to your lifestyle.（分数：20.00）(1).What will happen if your work life and personal life feel out of balance?A. You will have little time to finish your work.B. You may feel stress, which will affect you negatively.C. You will
37、 have a lot of time to share with your family.D. You will never balance the combination of life and work.（分数：2.00）A.B.C.D.(2).What does the word “blur“ in the sentence “But the world has changed and, unfortunately, the boundaries have blurred for many workers“ mean?A. To make something small. B. To
38、make something special.C. To make something less clear. D. To make something important.（分数：2.00）A.B.C.D.(3).The boundaries between work and home have blurred for the following reasons, EXCEPT _.A. global economy B. changes in family rolesC. advanced communication technology D. high divorce rate（分数：2
39、.00）A.B.C.D.(4).Which of the following statements is NOT true according the passage?A. People dont feel pressured to work longer.B. Now .it is possible for people to work anywhere.C. Often, overtime for employees is compulsory.D. It is not easy for married workers to find time to meet commitments to
40、 family and so on.（分数：2.00）A.B.C.D.(5).What will happen if youre spending most of your time at work?A. You will lose both health and wealth. B. You will be hated by your loved ones.C. You will lose all your friends. D. You may be given more responsibility.（分数：2.00）A.B.C.D.(6).According to the passag
41、e, youd better say no to mandatory overtime when _.A. you get bored with the work B. you are not interested in the workC. you cant get additional allowance D. you have crucial family obligations（分数：2.00）A.B.C.D.(7).What does the underlined sentence in the passage mean?A. You should do the things peo
42、ple ask you to do without feeling guilty.B. You shouldnt do the things people ask you to do if you dont want to.C. To do things people ask you to do can bring you a lot of joy.D. To do things for yourself is more meaningful than to do things for others.（分数：2.00）A.B.C.D.(8).What will NOT happen if yo
43、u dont get enough sleep?A. You will feel stressed while working. B. You will have no sense of exhaustion.C. You can make costly mistakes. D. You will have low productivity.（分数：2.00）A.B.C.D.(9).How to save a lot of time and avoid misunderstandings according to the passage?A. To call them. B. To write
44、 a letter.C. To communicate clearly and listen carefully. D. To apologize.（分数：2.00）A.B.C.D.(10).What does the real balance mean according to the author?A. Examining priorities and deciding what is the most important to you.B. Doing everything you want to do whether you can do it or not.C. Saying yes
45、 to everybody in order to maintain good relationships.D. Being firm that working overtime will strike a work-life balance.（分数：2.00）A.B.C.D.Work-life balance: Ways to restore harmony and reduce stress(1) Finding work-life balance in todays frenetically (疯狂地) paced world is no simple task.(2) Spend mo
46、re time at work than at home, and you miss out on a rewarding personal life. Then again, when you face challenges in your personal life, such as caring for an aging parent or coping with marital problems, concentrating on your job can be difficult.(3) Whether the problem is too much focus on work or
47、 too little, when your work life and your personal life feel out of balance, stressalong with its harmful effects-is the result.(4) The good news is that you can take control of your work-life balanceand give yourself the time to do the things that are most important to you. The first step is to rec
48、ognize how the world of work has changed. Then you can evaluate your relationship to work and apply some specific strategies for striking a healthier balance.How work invades your personal life(5) There was a time when employees showed up for work Monday through Friday and worked eight-to nine-hour days. The boundari
