1、公共英语二级-246 及答案解析(总分：110.00，做题时间：90 分钟)一、第一部分 听力理解(总题数：0，分数：0.00)二、第一节(总题数：1，分数：5.00)(1).When will the bank open tomorrow?（分数：1.00）A.Same as today.B.Half past nine.C.In the early morning.(2).From the conversation, we know that last Monday Sally _.（分数：1.00）A.was ill.B.went to a meeting.C.explained her
2、 absence.(3).Where does this conversation most probably take place?（分数：1.00）A.In a theatre.B.On the bus.C.On a train.(4).What does the woman think of Sarahs plan?（分数：1.00）A.It is wonderful.B.It works for Sarah.C.It is impractical.(5).What has become of the dish?（分数：1.00）A.It is well cooked.B.It is o
3、ver cooked.C.It is readily made.三、第二节(总题数：5，分数：15.00)(1).What does the man first suggest the woman to do?（分数：1.00）A.To learn how to play guitar.B.To choose something easier.C.To play the piano.(2).What is the new hobby the woman chose for herself?（分数：1.00）A.Something that suits her age.B.Go window s
4、hopping.C.Make regular visits to shops.(1).What does the man order for himself?.（分数：1.00）A.Fish special.B.Steak.C.Baked potatoes.(2).What drink does the man want to have before dinner?（分数：1.00）A.Orange juice.B.Rice wine.C.Special soft drink.(1).What does the man list as his strengths?（分数：1.00）A.Enth
5、usiastic and hard-working.B.Willing to work under pressure.C.Full of experience.(2).What is the weak point the man said to have?（分数：1.00）A.Too young.B.Lack of experience.C.Poor knowledge of English.(3).What is the job-related skill mentioned in the conversation?（分数：1.00）A.Skillful in computer.B.Typi
6、ng skill.C.English language.(1).Where does this conversation most probably take place?（分数：1.00）A.In a shoe shop.B.In a cinema.C.In the mans wear.(2).How does the girl like the shoes?（分数：1.00）A.She thinks it too expensive.B.Its not what she wants.C.It suits her taste.(3).How much does the shoes cost?
7、（分数：1.00）A.$ 400.B.$ 360.C.$ 440.(4).How will the Mum pay for the shoes?（分数：1.00）A.Using her credit card.B.Using cash.C.Writing a check.(1).What must you do first when making a valentine box?（分数：1.00）A.Palm the box.B.Choose a box.C.Cut a slit in the top;(2).l8. Why are Valentine boxes used on Valent
8、ines Day?（分数：1.00）A.To put homework in.B.To put books in.C.To put valentine cards in.(3).Why do you need to wait for several hours before decorating the box?（分数：1.00）A.The paint is wet.B.The paper needs drying.C.The box is not completed.(4).Why do you ask your parents to take you to a store?（分数：1.00
9、）A.To buy something to decorate the box.B.To see if there are better boxes for sale.C.To learn how the shoppers make valentine boxes.四、第二部分 英语知识运用(总题数：0，分数：0.00)五、第一节 单项填空(总题数：15，分数：15.00)1.Bill and Jessica were almost _ taking turns choosing the players for their teams. A been B made C done D finis
10、hed（分数：1.00）A.B.C.D.2._, if you like politics, polls can be great entertainment. A At a least B At end C At the very least D At last（分数：1.00）A.B.C.D.3._ some of her wild behavior has been inspired by those awful cartoons she watches. A Still better B Well still C Worst all D Worse yet（分数：1.00）A.B.C.
11、D.4.We could _ with a beautifully furnished house when he came, but he had specifically asked for a shabby cottage. A provide B have provided C not provide D not have provided（分数：1.00）A.B.C.D.5.Turner almost _ that he hadnt told him that bad news, but all was too late. A wished B hoped C believed D
12、realized（分数：1.00）A.B.C.D.6.My mother bought me a new pair of pants on my birthday _ she had promised. A which B what C with D as（分数：1.00）A.B.C.D.7.Theres a knock at the door. Who _ be? A must be B must it C can he D can it（分数：1.00）A.B.C.D.8.How close adults are to their youngsters _ a strong influen
13、ce on the development of the childrens character. A have B has C having D to have（分数：1.00）A.B.C.D.9.If hes alone, Juan likes to play action video games _ they arent too violent. A as long as B as long so C so long so D as long till（分数：1.00）A.B.C.D.10.The more people surveyed, _ meaningful are the re
14、sults. A more the B the more C more D the much（分数：1.00）A.B.C.D.11.Have you got _ copies to go round? A the other B enough C a little D much（分数：1.00）A.B.C.D.12._ found four-leaf clover is considered a lucky sign. A Rarely B It is rarely C The rarely D Despite its being rarely（分数：1.00）A.B.C.D.13.Somet
15、imes someone will try to tell you something without _ and saying it. A coming out right B coming right out C right coming out D out coming right（分数：1.00）A.B.C.D.14.Johnsons younger brother, though 6 years old, is very quick _ doing calculations. A of B on C in D by（分数：1.00）A.B.C.D.15.The last thing
16、_ she had done before she got aboard the plane was embracing him. A which B that C to that D of which（分数：1.00）A.B.C.D.六、第二节 完型填空(总题数：1，分数：20.00)Jogging has become most popular in America. Many theories have been raised to explain its (36) . The plain truth is that jogging is (37) , quick and efficie
17、nt to (38) physical fitness.The most useful sort of exercise is exercise that (39) the heart, lungs, and circulatory system. If these systems are (40) , the body is ready for almost any sport and for almost any sudden (41) . One can train more specifically, (42) by developing strength for weight lif
18、ting (43) the ability to run straight ahead (44) short distances with great power as in football, (45) running trains your heart and lungs to deliver oxygen more efficiently (46) all parts of your body. It is (47) noting that this sort of exercise is the only kind that can (48) heart disease, which
19、is the number one (49) of death in America.(50) one sort of equipment is neededa (51) of good shoes. Physicians (52) beginning joggers not to try to run in a tennis or gym shoe. Many design (53) have been made in the last several years. These make an excellent running shoe (54) if a runner wishes to
20、 develop as quickly as possible, with (55) little chance of injury as possible.（分数：20.00）A.popularityB.appearanceC.truthD.fashionA.excitedB.cheapC.expensiveD.costlyA.continueB.controlC.maintainD.devoteA.mendsB.helpsC.growsD.developsA.completeB.workingC.fitD.poorA.actionB.demandC.requirementD.movemen
21、tA.asB.justC.ifD.orA.andB.orC.throughD.byA.atB.inC.forD.withA.andB.thoughC.sinceD.butA.throughB.inC.toD.roundA.easyB.worthC.rememberedD.betterA.reduceB.stopC.increaseD.improveA.reasonB.causeC.killerD.courseA.AlmostB.IndeedC.OnlyD.TrulyA.sizeB.pieceC.coupleD.pairA.commentB.reportC.adviseD.demandA.gro
22、wthB.advancesC.samplesD.coursesA.indispensableB.possibleC.usableD.comfortableA.byB.asC.ofD.to七、第三部分 阅读理解(总题数：0，分数：0.00)ACarving a jack-o-lantern is a tradition or custom in many American families. Families will go to area stores that sell pumpkins and spend hours just looking for the right one. When
23、 the right pumpkin has been chosen, take it home and wash the outside of the pumpkin and dry it completely. An adult will be needed to carefully cut open the top of the pumpkin where the stem is located. Save the stem of the pumpkin. Next, you will need to remove the pulp or stringy part of the pump
24、kin and the seeds using a large spoon. Place all of the insides of the pumpkin on the sheets of newspaper to keep your area clean. After all the seeds and pulp have been removed, you may want to wash the outside of the pumpkin again to make sure you have a clean surface to work on. Markers can be us
25、ed to draw the face you want on the outside of the pumpkin. You can make it as scary or as funny as you like. You will need the help of a parent or other adult to help cut out the face you drew on the pumpkin. This may take a few minutes to do because pumpkins can be very thick and their skin can be
26、 slick. You must practice safety rules when using a knife or pumpkin carving knife. Then, place a candle inside the pumpkin and light the candle using matches. At this time, place the top with stem hack on the pumpkin. Finally, place the jack-o-lantern on your front porch and wait for the trick-or-t
27、reaters. Have a safe and Happy Halloween!（分数：4.00）(1).Why are newspapers needed to do this activity?（分数：1.00）A.To keep the area clean.B.To write on.C.To light the candle with.D.To place inside the pumpkin.(2).Which of the following IS true?（分数：1.00）A.Pumpkins are used to decorate homes at Easter.B.M
28、arkers can be used to make funny or scary faces for carving.C.You can leave the pulp and seeds inside the pumpkin before carving.D.An adult is needed to cut the pumpkin into desired pieces.(3).Jack-o-lanterns are used _ at Halloween.（分数：1.00）A.as matchesB.for decorationsC.as candlesD.to give to tric
29、kers(4).Which of the following should you do LAST in this activity?（分数：1.00）A.Wash the pumpkin.B.Cut the top off.C.Place it on your porch.D.Draw on the face.BThurgood Marshall is one of the most well-known individuals in the history of the civil rights movement in America. He was born on July 2, 190
30、8 in Baltimore, Maryland, to a dining room steward and a school teacher. He was not born to wealthy parents. His education began in the public schools in Baltimore and he attended college at Lincoln University. After graduation from college, he entered Howard University Law School and graduated with
31、 honors at the age of twenty-five.Marshall began his law career in Baltimore and represented the poor and the weak in legal matters. The NAACP became aware of his legal abilities and asked him to join their staff. Marshall won thirty-two of the thirty-five cases he argued before the Supreme Court du
32、ring the time he worked with the NAACP. In 1961, he became a member of the United States Second Court of Appeals. Four years later, he was appointed Solicitor General and was the first black to hold this position in the history of United States. Finally, he was appointed to the Supreme Court of the
33、United States in 1967 and was the first black to be appointed to the highest court in the United States. Marshall served in this position until his retirement in 1991. He died at the age of 84.Thurgood Marshall will be remembered for his involvement in the civil rights movement and for paving the wa
34、y for much of the progress in civil rights. His dedication to the understanding and defense of the United States Constitution has touched all of our lives in so many ways.（分数：4.00）(1).The main idea of this writing is that Thurgood Marshall _.（分数：1.00）A.was Solicitor GeneralB.was not born to wealthy
35、parentsC.was important to the civil fights movementD.retired at the age of 83(2).What position did Thurgood Marshall retire from?（分数：1.00）A.Solicitor General.B.Attorney for the NAACP.C.Justice of the Supreme Court.D.Court secretary.(3).Which of the following is an OPINION?（分数：1.00）A.The NAACP hired
36、Marshall as an attorney.B.Thurgood Marshall was regarded as a good man.C.He was a Justice of the United States Supreme Court.D.He paved the way for civil rights movement.(4).Thurgood Marshall will be remembered because he _.（分数：1.00）A.was the first black to be appointed to the Supreme Court of the U
37、SAB.was responsible for much of the progress in civil rights movementC.made it clear that the US Constitution affected all our livesD.touched all our lives with his legendary storiesCWhat if you were having a heart attack, but no one believed you? A new study of 515 female heart-attack survivors (ag
38、ed 29 to 97) reveals that this happens all too often.In the study, 95% said they knew something was seriously wrong a month or more before their heart attack, but none of their doctors had even told them that they had heart disease. And when their heart attack happened, fewer than 30% had chest pain
39、 or discomfort, the classic warning signs that most emergency room physicians and nurses look for.One study volunteer in her mid-30s had a heart attack while driving her children to school. “She had repeatedly sought help for early warning symptoms,“ says study author Jean McSweeney of the Universit
40、y of Arkansas for Medical Sciences. Despite abnormal cardiac stress test results, she got no treatment. Two weeks later, she nearly died.Here are the signs that a heart attack may be weeks away: extreme fatigue, disturbed sleep, shortness of breath, and/or anxiety. “If a woman has risk factors for a
41、 heart attack and suddenly has unusual symptoms, she needs to tell the doctor that theyre interfering with her everyday activities,“ McSweeney says. “Be sure of it./（分数：4.00）(1).It can be inferred from the text that _.（分数：1.00）A.no one believes womens studyB.few people believe womens warning signsC.
42、womens heart attack is often ignoredD.women always realized their dangers(2).The study shows that the classic warning signs of heart attack are _.（分数：1.00）A.not typical in women patientsB.obvious in all the patients with heart diseaseC.rarely found in both male and female patientsD.often seen a mont
43、h or more before the attack(3).Which of the following is a sign of a possible attack in female patients?（分数：1.00）A.Chest pain.B.Shortness of breath.C.Uncomfortable feeling.D.Sleepiness.(4).By saying “Be sure of it.“ (Last sentence), McSweeney seems to mean that _.（分数：1.00）A.he is certain the disease
44、 is to come aroundB.women should tell doctors of their feelingsC.doctors should be certain about their patientsD.the study is surely valuable for womenDThe American type of football was developed in the 19a century from soccer and rugby football. The football playing field of today is rectangular in
45、 shape and measures i00 yards long and 53.5 yards wide. White lines are painted on the playing field to mark off the distances to the end zone.The game is divided into four quarters, each fifteen minutes long. The first two quarters are known as the first half. There is a rest period between the two
46、 halves which usually lasts about fifteen minutes.Each team has eleven players. Each team has offensive players (play when the team has possession of the ball) and defensive players (play when the other team has possession of the ball). Players are required to wear protective equipment to help keep
47、the body safe during the game. Helmets are worn to protect the head and face area. Pads are worn to protect the shoulders, arms, and legs. Protective equipment must be worn because of the body contact players have during the game.Officials supervise the game and are considered to be very important t
48、o the game of football. They carry whistles and flags and make certain that the rules of the game are followed during the game.The football is made of leather and is brown in color. It is shaped much like an oval and has white rings near each end of the football. These rings help the players see the ball when it is thrown or when someone is running with it. The eight stitches on the top of the football help players to grip or hold the ball when throwing or passing.The most famous football game of the year is the Super Bowl that is played in January or February. It is televised around the
