1、工程硕士(GCT)英语-273 及答案解析(总分：100.00，做题时间：90 分钟)一、Part Vocabulary an(总题数：10，分数：20.00)1._, I wrote a letter to Henry Ford II and told him what happened.（分数：2.00）A.DesperateB.DespiteC.InspiringD.Exciting2.You cant be _ careful in making the decision as it was such a critical case.（分数：2.00）A.veryB.quiteC.to
2、oD.so3.The manager needs an assistant who he can _ to take care of problems in his absence.（分数：2.00）A.count onB.count inC.count upD.count out4.He was a person who would stand up for what he thought right, _.（分数：2.00）A.whatever the cost to himselfB.what the cost to himself might beC.no matter whateve
3、r the cost is to himselfD.however the cost to himself is5.The stock _ in value should be sold.（分数：2.00）A.which has not increasedB.has not increasedC.not been increasingD.who has not increased6.These excursions will give you an even deeper _ into our language and culture.（分数：2.00）A.inquiryB.investiga
4、tionC.inputD.insight7.The number of the employees _ in this company.（分数：2.00）A.have doubledB.has doubledC.are doubledD.were doubled8.Problems common to most countries include the social, economic _ problems.（分数：2.00）A.and politicsB.and with governmentC.of governmentD.and political9.He came all the w
5、ay to China for promoting friendship _ for making money.（分数：2.00）A.other thanB.more thanC.better thanD.rather than10.He is _ of a musician.（分数：2.00）A.anybodyB.anyoneC.somethingD.somebody二、Part Reading Compr(总题数：0，分数：0.00)三、11-15(总题数：1，分数：10.00)Communication is the sending of information or news from
6、 one person to another. If human beings could not communicate with one another, each person would have to learn everything for himself. Although animals as well as men can communicate, so far as we know, they can express only the simple emotions like pain, joy, fear, hunger, anger and love. Some ani
7、mals have a more advanced form of language using sounds, and others use a wide range of sounds and face movements, but we still have much to learn about these animal languages.Speech is the most important means of communication between people. But it is not the only one. Nor is it the oldest. We use
8、 facial expressions, gestures and hand movements to express our feelings and to send signals to other people. Animals use this “body language“ a great deal. The sign language used by deaf people is an example of communication without speech, while blind people communicate largely through touch and h
9、earing.（分数：10.00）(1).According to the passage, what would happen to us without communication?（分数：2.00）A.We should learn everything for ourselves.B.We would become unable to speak.C.We couldnt live happily.D.We might have to do everything by ourselves.(2).What does the passage say about animals commu
10、nication?（分数：2.00）A.They have their advanced language in form of sound.B.They can express simple feelings such as hunger and pain.C.Some of them can communicate with people very well.D.All of them can use sound to express themselves.(3).Which of the following statement is true?（分数：2.00）A.Humans do n
11、ot have adequate knowledge about animal languages.B.We are now very much aware of animal languages.C.Most of animals use their facial expressions.D.All animals make sounds to communicate with each other.(4).What means of communication is used by most people?（分数：2.00）A.Facial expressions.B.Body movem
12、ents.C.Speech.D.Body movement and speec(5).We can infer from the passage that the oldest form of communication between people is _.（分数：2.00）A.speechB.touch and hearingC.soundsD.body language四、16-20(总题数：1，分数：10.00)Chinas employment and re-employment situation remains tough with a surge this year in t
13、he number of graduates hitting the job market and in unemployment in general, a senior official said.The countrys registered average unemployment rate in urban areas reached 4 per cent last year and is expected to go higher this year, Labour and Social Security Minister Zheng Silin told Xinhua yeste
14、rday.There are nearly 14 million laid-off workers in urban areas so far. And more than 10 million new graduates are predicted to enter the work force, Zheng said.To make things worse, about 150 million rural workers will head to the cities to seek employment, he said.Zheng, who was appointed as the
15、minister during the first session of the 10th National Peoples Congress in March, has urged his departments nationwide to do more to assist laid-off workers to restart their lives.（分数：10.00）(1).What is the most appropriate title for this passage about Chinas employment?（分数：2.00）A.Tough Year for Job
16、SeekersB.College Graduates Challenged by EmploymentC.Too Many Workers Laid Off This YearD.Minister Hopeful of Employment Prospective(2).What is expected of the unemployment rate for this year?（分数：2.00）A.Less than 4%.B.About 4%.C.More than 4%.D.The information is not given.(3).How many people will be
17、 looking for jobs this year?（分数：2.00）A.Around 39 million.B.Over 150 million.C.About 174 million.D.No exact figure is provide(4).Which of the following people will head to the cities to seek employment?（分数：2.00）A.Laid-off workers.B.New graduates.C.Rural workers.D.All of these peopl(5).Minister Zhengs
18、 main purpose is to _.（分数：2.00）A.describe the difficult employment situationB.urge his departments nationwide to do more to help solving the problemC.warn people of unemployment problemD.explain the present employment situation五、21-25(总题数：1，分数：10.00)Promptness is important in American business, acad
19、emic, and social settings. The importance of punctuality is taught to young children in school. Tardy slips and the use of bells signal to the child that punctuality and time itself are to be respected.People who keep appointments are considered dependable. If people are late to job interviews, appo
20、intments, or classes, they are often viewed as unreliable and irresponsible. In the business world, “time is money“ and companies may fine their executives for tardiness to business meetings. Of course, it is not always possible to be punctual. Social and business etiquette also provides rules for l
21、ate arrivals. Calling on the telephone if one is going to be more than a few minutes late for scheduled appointments is considered polite and is often expected. Keeping a date of a friend waiting beyond ten to twenty minutes is considered rude. On the other hand, arriving thirty minutes late to some
22、 parties is acceptable.（分数：10.00）(1).The best title for the passage is _.（分数：2.00）A.PunctualityB.TimeC.EtiquetteD.Culture(2).Children in America are taught to _.（分数：2.00）A.be on time when doing thingsB.respect their teachersC.take their time when doing thingsD.respect their time(3).If a person is la
23、te for business meeting, he may _.（分数：2.00）A.be firedB.be criticized by his bossC.be required to apologizeD.be made to pay(4).Social etiquette in the United States allows people to _.（分数：2.00）A.be a few minutes late for interviewsB.be up to a half-hour late for some partiesC.keep a friend waiting fo
24、r less than 30 minutesD.come a few minutes earlier to any appointment(5).“Time is money“ here means _.（分数：2.00）A.time is very important in the business worldB.time can bring you moneyC.if you hurry, you can get some moneyD.if you are late, you will lose money六、26-30(总题数：1，分数：10.00)Ad. AEmbassy Vacat
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26、ns.The resorts are in prime locations with serene settings-allowing you to enjoy the convenience of being just minutes from Orlandos Walt Disney World Resort to the tropical beaches of Maul.A variety of amenities are offered at all resorts-some of which include pools and waterfalls, restful and rela
27、xing views-all capturing the natural setting of each location and convenient to local attractions and recreation.Our resorts differ from the Embassy Suites Hotels in that we do not offer the complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast or evening reception. We afford all the comforts of home, and provide
28、 you the opportunity to share the many benefits that Embassy Vacation Resorts can offer you and your family.Ad. BTHE MTILDAENJOY OXFORDS CRUISING RESTAURANTAvailable for party bookings, champagne breakfast, cream teas, lunch, dinner or conferences-up to 28 passengers. Evening dinner cruises Wednesda
29、y-Saturday and Sunday lunch. Cream teas any day.Please phone for full details and reservations. TEL: OXFORD 59976（分数：10.00）(1).At the resorts tourists may do the following except _.（分数：2.00）A.using the owners private kitchenB.cooking for themselvesC.enjoying peaceful environmentD.easily going to bea
30、ches(2).What is the difference between the resorts advertised and the Embassy Suites Hotels?（分数：2.00）A.There is no evening reception at the resorts.B.There is complimentary breakfast at the resorts.C.There are no pools in Embassy Suites Hotels.D.There are comforts of home in Embassy Suites Hotels.(3
31、).What is not covered in the service of Ad. B?（分数：2.00）A.Parties.B.Conference.C.Swimming.D.Breakfast.(4).What is advertised in Ad. B?（分数：2.00）A.A normal hotel.B.A famous resort.C.A ship restaurant.D.A luxurious train.(5).According to Ad. B evening dinner is available（分数：2.00）A.every SaturdayB.every
32、SundayC.every WednesdayD.every day七、Part Cloze(总题数：1，分数：20.00)Certainly, the most popular method of traveling used by Americans is the privately-owned automobile. The vast majority of Americans have a car, and many families have two. (31) during your visit to the United States, you may decide to ren
33、t a car to travel outside the city or to travel to other parts of the country.Car rental companies are (32) in the telephone book and are located in most cities and towns. (33) , there are usually rental cars at airports and train and bus stations. As is true everywhere in the world, you can rent a
34、car (34) the day, week, or month. Some companies (35) have special weekend rates that you may find especially interesting if you have only a limited (36) of time to travel around the area you are visiting. Since each company has its own rules and rates, it is a good idea to (37) prices among compani
35、es to get the best rates to suit your purposes. For example, most car rental costs (38) how long you plan to keep the car and how far you travel. However, some companies may include gasoline in their rates, but (39) do not. Some companies require that you (40) the car to its starting point; others w
36、ill permit you to leave the car in another city.（分数：20.00）A.Some timeB.SometimesC.SometimeD.Some timesA.writtenB.recordedC.copiedD.listedA.HoweverB.ThereforeC.In additionD.ConsequentlyA.atB.inC.ofD.byA.stillB.evenC.andD.tooA.amountB.numberC.quantityD.qualityA.connectB.compareC.contrastD.combineA.ins
37、ist onB.work onC.count onD.depend onA.the otherB.otherC.othersD.one anotherA.returnB.returnedC.must returnD.will return八、Part Dialogue Comp(总题数：10，分数：20.00)11.Speaker A: Well, we want to thank you for coming to the studio today, Kiki. Its nice to meet you.Speaker B: Oh, thank you. _（分数：2.00）A.Youre
38、welcome.B.Im really pleased.C.How happy I am!D.Its my pleasur12.Hotel Receptionist: Front desk. Can I help you?Guest: This is Mr. Burton in 1205. _?（分数：2.00）A.Would you please call me at 6:00 in the morningB.Wake me up at six, will youC.How can I wake up in the morningD.Can I get a wake-up call, ple
39、ase13.Customer: Would it be possible to move to that table in the shade?Waiter: _, madam, but Ill see what I can do.（分数：2.00）A.No problemB.SorryC.Im afraid that table is reservedD.Yes, its possible14.Interviewer: So what do you do, Tony?Tony: Im a hairdresser.Interviewer: Oh. _?Tony: Well, I love my
40、 customers. Some of them are so friendly. But its tiring work. I work long hours and Im on my feet all day.（分数：2.00）A.How comeB.Whats good about itC.Whats it likeD.Is it good or bad15.Speaker A: So, how did you enjoy the food in Thailand?Speaker B: _. Spicy and hot, but really delicious.（分数：2.00）A.I
41、ts terribleB.Its not as good as I expectedC.It was greatD.It was awful16.Speaker A: Look what Bruce gave me for my birthday-this beautiful scarf.Speaker B: _. He must have spent quite a bit of money on it. I didnt know you and Bruce were such close friends.（分数：2.00）A.Good newsB.Good ideaC.Wow. Its a
42、wfulD.Wow. Its gorgeous17.Waiter: Good afternoon. _?Customer: I think Ill start off with a cup of soup. What kind of soup do you have today?（分数：2.00）A.Are you ready to orderB.What to eatC.Ready to eatD.Whod like to see the menu18.Speaker A: What shall we do this weekend?Speaker B: How about going to
43、 London on Saturday? Theres a good exhibition on at the Royal Academy.Speaker A: _. Shall we get the coach or the train?（分数：2.00）A.Id like to say yes but its just not possibleB.Id rather go to another placeC.OK, thats a good ideaD.I cant make it Saturday19.Speaker A: Well, Im really glad I talked to
44、 Doug about the problem I was having with my girlfriend. He gave me some excellent advice.Speaker B: Great. Thats what I like about Doug. _, and hes always prepared to stop what hes doing and help you out when you need it.（分数：2.00）A.Hes very cleverB.He is a really good listenerC.He is really easy-go
45、ingD.Hes very hardworking20.Shop-assistant: Can I help you?Customer: Yes, Id like to try these shoes in size 4, please?Shop-assistant: Yes, just a moment . Im sorry but weve only got them in four and a half. _?（分数：2.00）A.How about another pairB.Do you want to try them onC.Do you need any helpD.Any p
46、articular color工程硕士(GCT)英语-273 答案解析(总分：100.00，做题时间：90 分钟)一、Part Vocabulary an(总题数：10，分数：20.00)1._, I wrote a letter to Henry Ford II and told him what happened.（分数：2.00）A.Desperate B.DespiteC.InspiringD.Exciting解析：注释 此处应该为一个形容词，而 C 和 D 应该为一个-ed 结尾的形容词才对，B 项词性有误。全句意思为：在绝望中，我给福特二世写了一封信，告诉了他所发生的一切。2.Yo
47、u cant be _ careful in making the decision as it was such a critical case.（分数：2.00）A.veryB.quiteC.too D.so解析：注释 本句为 nottoo 的结构，双否定表示肯定意义。全句意思为：这个事情太重要了，所以你一定要特别慎重地做出决定。3.The manager needs an assistant who he can _ to take care of problems in his absence.（分数：2.00）A.count on B.count inC.count upD.coun
48、t out解析：注释 count on 意思为“依靠，依赖”。全句意思为“经理需要一个助手，在他不在的时候可以指望对方处理出现的问题”。4.He was a person who would stand up for what he thought right, _.（分数：2.00）A.whatever the cost to himself B.what the cost to himself might beC.no matter whatever the cost is to himselfD.however the cost to himself is解析：注释 whatever=n
49、o matter what(不管是什么)，只有 A 选项表达法正确。However 一词后面应该修饰形容词。5.The stock _ in value should be sold.（分数：2.00）A.which has not increased B.has not increasedC.not been increasingD.who has not increased解析：注释 应该看出，正确选项应该为本句主语 The stock 的定语从句，需要一个引导词 which 引起的从句。其他选项为错误语法。6.These excursions will give you an even deeper _ into our language and culture.（分数：2.00）A.in
