1、大学英语四级 33 及答案解析(总分：746.52，做题时间：130 分钟)一、Writing (30 minutes)(总题数：1，分数：30.00)1.For this part, you are required to write a composition on the topic Choice of Friends according to the following outline (given in. Chinese). Your composition should be no less than 120 words. Remember to write your compos
2、ition on the Answer Sheet 1 clearly and neatly. 1. 有人喜欢结交与自己相类似的朋友。 2. 有人喜欢结交与自己完全不同的朋友。 3. 我的看法。 （分数：30.00）_二、Reading Comprehensio(总题数：1，分数：71.00)Panasonic NV-F55MC operating Instructions . Installation () Connection to a TV set 1. Connect the external aerial (天线) to the RF Input Socket (插座) on the
3、 VTR (Videotape Recorder). 2. Connect the aerial terminal on your TV set to the RF Output Socket on the VTR with the supplied DIN-DIN Coaxial Cable. ?In places with higher temperature and high humidity (湿度), people with sensitive skin may feel some electricity. In this case, use the Separate Transfo
4、rmer Adaptor. 3. Connect the AC Mains Lead to the AC Mains Socket of the VTR to the mains outlet. 4. If the TV set is equipped with separate video and audio input sockets, it is recommended to connect the VTR to the TV set with separate video and audio cables. () Connection to a Stereo Amplifier 1.
5、Connect the Audio Input Sockets on the VTR to the REC OUT Sockets on the Stereo Amplifier. 2. Connect the Audio Output Sockets on the VTR to the PLAYBACK Sockets on the Stereo Amplifier. . Tuning the TV Set to the Video Playback Channel () Video Playback Channel Adjustor 1. Turn the TV set on and se
6、lect the AV program position or another program position that is not occupied by another TV station. 2. Press the VTR ON/OFF Switch to turn the VTR on. ?The corresponding indicator lights up. 3. Set the Karaoke Switch to “1“ or “2“. 4. Tune the selected program position of the TV set to UHF approx,
7、channel C25 ( PAL D) or E38 (PAL I/SECAM D. K. ). Confirm on your TV set that the blue screen appears. ( C25: China channel 25; E38: Europe standard channel 38) ?If UHF channel E38 (C25) is already occupied by a TV station in your area, the video playback channel can be changed between channel 32 to
8、 40 (24 to 27) on the back of the VTR by using a small screwdriver. 5. Set the Karaoke Switch to “NORMAL“. Your TV is now ready to receive the RF output signal from the VTR. 6. To check, playback a pre-recorded tape and confirm that the picture quality is satisfactory. () RF Selector Use the RF Sele
9、ctor to select the color TV system used by the TV set to be connected. () PAL/MESECAM Selector This selector should be set according to the color TV system used during recording and play back. When the MESECAM Indicator is lit, the MESECAM is selected. . The Video Cassette () Inserting a Video Casse
10、tte 1. Insert the video cassette as shown. The VTR will be turned on automatically and the cassette will be automatically drawn into the VTR. 2. When a video cassette is inserted, the “ mark will appear. ?When a video cassette with broken erasure (擦除) prevention tab (for example a pre recorded tape)
11、 is inserted, playback will start immediately. ?Use the VHS video cassette tapes only. ?We recommend the “Panasonic Hi-Fi“ high grade video cassette tapes for improved picture and sound quality. () Removing a Video Cassette Press the Eject (弹出) Button. Simply press the Eject button, the VTR turns it
12、self on, ejects the cassette and turns itself off again. . Karaoke Playback () Preparation 1. Make sure that the Timer Record Function is set to “OFF“. 2. Insert a Karaoke video cassette. 3. Turn the TV set on and select the video playback channel. 4. Set the Noise Filter/Edit Selector to “OFF“. 5.
13、Connect a microphone to the Microphone Socket on the VTR. 6. Set Karaoke Switch to “1“ or “2“. 7. Select a desired tune. () Singing along with a video cassette 1. Press the Play Button to begin the playback. 2. Adjust the sound volume of the Microphone to the proper volume with the Microphone Mixing
14、 Level Control while singing. ?If the volume is too high, the sound from the speaker may become distorted (扭曲). ?If acoustic (声音的) feedback occurs, turn the microphone volume down, use the microphone farther away from the speakers, hold the microphone so that it is not pointed toward the speakers, o
15、r turn the volume of the TV set down. 3. Adjust the echo effect to your taste with the Echo Control while singing. ?It is possible to apply the echo effect to the sound from both Microphone 1 and 2 at the same time. 4. Press the Stop Button to stop the playback. . Making Karaoke Tapes () Preparation
16、 1. Make the necessary connections as shown in the connection diagram. 2. Press the Input Signal Selector on the Remote Controller to select the “Al“ program position (or select with the Channel Up or Down Button on the VTR). 3. Set the VTR System Selector to “PAL/MESECAM“, “4.43“ or “3.58“ accordin
17、g to the color TV system of the video source. 4. Connect the VTR to a TV set equipped with separate video and audio input sockets and using the same color TV system as the video source. () Cautions for Making Karaoke Tapes When making Karaoke tapes, be sure to adhere to the following points. 1. Sele
18、ct the SP mode on the VTR for recording. 2. Make sure that the length of the intervals between tunes ( soundless parts) is more than 6 seconds. ?Make sure that the noise level of these parts is kept to an absolute minimum. 3. Record only tunes with a length of more than 40 seconds. 4. When making Ka
19、raoke tapes, use the Pause/Still Button for editing. ?This minimizes noise at the points where successive recordings are joined. . Recording from a TV Broadcast Signal () Preparation 1. Make sure that the Timer Record Function is set to “OFF“. 2. Insert a video cassette with tile erasure prevention
20、tab intact. 3. Set the Tape Speed Selector to “SP“ or “LP“. 4. Adjust the audio recording level as shown. () Tape Speed Selector (SP/LP) For recording, either of two tape speeds can be selected. During playback, the VTR will automatically select the correct speed. ?SP Mode: For better picture qualit
21、y. ?LP Mode: For longer recording time. The picture quality in the LP mode is not as good as that in the SP mode. () Recording 1. Select on the VTR, the program position (channel) to be recorded. In order to confirm proper reception, turn on the TV set and select the video playback channel 2. Press
22、the Record Button. 3. To finish the recording, press the Stop Button. Note: If the Karaoke Switch is not set to “NORMAL“, recording is not possible. Confirm that the VTR System Selector is set to “PAL/MESECAM“. （分数：71.00）(1).This passage is mainly about how to use a videotape recorder. （分数：7.10）A.YB
23、.NC.NG(2).We should always connect the VTR to the TV set with the supplied DIN-DIN Coaxial Cable. （分数：7.10）A.YB.NC.NG(3).It is unnecessary to turn on the VTR while tuning the TV set to the Video Playback Channel. （分数：7.10）A.YB.NC.NG(4).When we are to remove a video cassette from a VTR, we should fir
24、st turn on the VTR and then press the Eject Button. （分数：7.10）A.YB.NC.NG(5).While playing back Karaoke, if there is acoustic feedback, we should turn the micro phone volume down and put the microphone farther away from the speaker. （分数：7.10）A.YB.NC.NG(6).The Edit Button is available for editing when
25、we are making Karaoke. （分数：7.10）A.YB.NC.NG(7).While making recordings of the TV broadcast signal, if we choose the SP mode, we will have better picture quality. （分数：7.10）A.YB.NC.NG(8).While installing, ff one feels some electricity, he can use _. （分数：7.10）_(9).If you want to enjoy better picture and
26、 sound quality, it is recommended that you use the _ video cassette tapes. （分数：7.10）_(10).While making Karaoke tapes, we should see to it that the length of the intervals between tunes is more than _ seconds. （分数：7.10）_三、Listening Comprehens(总题数：1，分数：15.00)A.The man enjoys traveling by car.B.The man
27、 lives far from the subway.C.The man is good at driving.D.The man used to own a car.A.Tony should continue taking the course.B.She approves of Tonys decision.C.Tony can choose another science course.D.She cant meet Tony so early in the morning.A.She has to study for the exam.B.She is particularly in
28、terested in plays.C.Shes eager to watch the new play.D.She can lend her notes to the man.A.They will be replaced by on-line education sooner or later.B.They will attract fewer kids as on-line education expands.C.They will continue to exist along with on-line education.D.They will limit their teachin
29、g to certain subjects only.A.Most students would like to work for a newspaper.B.Most students find a job by reading advertisements.C.Most students find it hard to get a job after they graduate.D.Most students dont want jobs advertised in the newspapers.A.Move the washing machine to the basement.B.Tu
30、rn the basement into a workshop.C.Repair the washing machine.D.Finish his assignment.A.Some students at the back cannot hear the professor.B.The professor has changed his reading assignment.C.Some of the students are not on the professors list.D.The professor has brought extra copies of his assignme
31、nt.A.She doesnt want to talk about the contest.B.Shes modest about her success in the contest.C.Shes spent two years studying English in Canada.D.Shes very proud of her success in the speech contest.A.Talking about sports.B.Writing up local news.C.Reading newspapers.D.Putting up advertisements.A.The
32、y shouldnt change their plan.B.Theyd better change their mind.C.The tennis game wont last long.D.Weather forecasts are not reliable.四、Section B(总题数：2，分数：10.00)A.The Defence Minister.B.The Energy Minister.C.The Prime Minister.D.The Science Minister.A.To complete the governments energy plans within tw
33、o decades.B.To discuss the plans with the Opposition.C.To talk with anti - nuclear and environmentalist groups.D.To build more nuclear power stations.A.Nuclear power stations are not safe.B.Its too expensive to utilize nuclear power.C.The country has already a sufficient supply of electricity.D.Othe
34、r sources of energy are more readily available.A.A sick friend.B.A math class.C.School policy.D.The mans test.A.Because it is against the law.B.Because the man is not a member of Terrys family.C.Because the woman cannot find the test.D.Because Terry was too sick to take the test.A.Young.B.Purcell.C.
35、Raleigh.D.Kelly.A.Call his friend.B.Go to the office to get his test.C.Send the woman a letter.D.Take the test later.A.They wanted to follow his example.B.They fully supported his undertaking.C.They were puzzled by his decision.D.They were afraid he wasnt fully prepared.A.It is more exciting than sp
36、ace travel.B.It is much cheaper than space travel.C.It is much safer than space travel.D.It is less time-consuming than space travel.A.They both attract scientists attentionB.They can both be quite challengingC.They are both thought-provoking.D.They may both lead to surprising findings.A.To show how
37、 simple the mechanical aids for diving can be.B.To provide an excuse for his changeable character.C.To explore the philosophical issues of space travel.D.To explain why he took up underwater exploration.A.Use of library facilities.B.Library regulations.C.Library personnel.D.Location of the library.A
38、.Book publishers.B.Librarians.C.New university students.D.Faculty members.A.Graduate students.B.Undergraduate students.C.Professors.D.Library employees.A.He was wounded in the Spanish civil war.B.He was interested in the study of wild animals.C.He started the organization Heifer International.D.He s
39、old his cows to many countries in the world.A.To help starving families to become self-supporting.B.To make plans for the development of poor communities.C.To teach people how to use new skills to raise animals.D.To distribute food to the poor around the world.A.They should help other families the w
40、ay they have been helped.B.They should offer all baby animals to their poor neighbors.C.They should submit a report of their needs and goals.D.They should provide food for the local communities.A.It has improved animal breeding skills all over the world.B.It has helped relieve hunger in some develop
41、ing countries.C.It has promoted international exchange of farming technology.D.It has bridged the gap between the rich and the poor in America.六、Section C(总题数：1，分数：10.00)I am amazed at some of the statements made concerning Greg Louganiss decision not to (36) 1 the fact that he was HIV-positive. Alt
42、hough AIDS has been a (37) 2 word since the early 1980s, it appears that people still dont have a (38) 3 concerning the realities of the situation. Even though the ways of contracting HIV are well-known, the general public still seems to react with (39) 4 fear for their own well-being when (40) 5 wi
43、th someone who they know is HIV-positive or has AIDS. But because people who know that they are HIV-positive are very (41) 6 of this fact, they certainly will take more (42) 7 in protecting other people than will the millions of walking time (43) 8 who dont know their HIV status. (44) 9. That means
44、(45) 10. Education is the key to this very complicated issue. (46) 11.（分数：10.00）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:_七、Reading Comprehensio(总题数：2，分数：355.00)Culture is the sum total of all the tradition, customs, beliefs, and ways to life of a given group of hu
45、man being. In this sense, every group has a culture, however savage, undeveloped, or uncivilized it may seem to us. To the professional anthropologists, there is no intrinsic superiority of one culture over another, just as to the professional linguist there is no intrinsic hierarchy(等级制度) among lan
46、guages. People once thought of the languages of backward groups as savage, undeveloped forms of speech, consisted largely of grunts and groans. While it is possible that language in general began as a series of grunts and groans, it is a fact established by the study of “backward“ languages that no
47、spoken tongue answers the description today. Most languages of uncivilized groups are, by our most severe standards, extremely complex, delicate, and ingenious pieces of machinery for the transfer of ideas. They fall behind our western language not in their sound patterns or grammatical structure, which usually are fully adequate for all language needs, but only in their vocabularies, which reflect the objects and activities known to their speakers. Even in this department, however, two things are to be noted: 1. All languages seem to possess the machinery for vocabu
