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1、2015 年专升本（英语）真题试卷及答案与解析一、Phonetics（A）measure（B） deadline（C） heat（D）feather（A）laughter（B） enough（C） cough（D）ghost（A）rob（B） climb（C） disturb（D）absorb（A）uncle（B） product（C） rural（D）ugly（A）slow（B） shower（C） flower（D）how二、Part I Vocabulary and StructureDirections: Each of the following sentences is provi

2、ded with four choices. Choose the one that best completes the sentence. Then, mark your answer on the Answer Sheet.6 Only in my thirties_a purpose in life.（A）did I find（B） I did find（C） I found（D）found I7 _his telephone number, she didnt know how to get in touch with him.（A）Having forgotten（B） To ha

3、ve forgotten（C） Forgetting（D）To forget8 These are the pictures of the hotel_we held our annual meetings.（A）where（B） which（C） that（D）when9 I wonder if there is_university in your hometown.（A）the（B） /（C） a（D）an10 It is_that text messaging while driving is dangerous.（A）significant（B） obvious（C） necessa

4、ry（D）sufficient11 My secretary usually opens my post_its marked“private“.（A）for（B） as（C） unless（D）if12 My aunts business has been doing poody, but shes hoping that her_will change.（A）emotion（B） luck（C） duty（D）fame13 Who should be responsible_the accident?（A）at（B） of（C） with（D）for14 The old man, toge

5、ther with his neighbors, _the performance when it began to rain.（A）have enjoyed（B） has enjoyed（C） was enjoying（D）were enjoying15 My teacher recommended that I_as careful as possible when I took an exam.（A）will be（B） be（C） am（D）were16 Several novels by Mo Yan_into English so far.（A）had been translate

6、d（B） were translated（C） are translated（D）have been translated17 The pianist didnt_until the last minute before the concert.（A）turn up（B） turn out（C） turn off（D）turn on18 Im sorry about the misunderstanding. You_apologize: it wasnt your fault.（A）neednt（B） wouldnt（C） couldnt（D）mustnt19 Lets go to the

7、airport a little earlier_we can choose better seats.（A）now that（B） for that（C） by that（D）so that20 Jason made sharp comments on Mary s idea, but he didnt mean_her.（A）to be hurt（B） to hurt（C） hurt（D）hurting三、Part III Reading ComprehensionDirections: In this part there are four passages. Each passage

8、is followed by a number of comprehension questions. Read the passages and choose the best answer to each question. Then, mark your answer by blackening the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet.20 As we recently discovered, there is a Stepmothers Day, though it is not on any official holiday cale

9、ndar. So, it would be safe to assume that there is a similar day for stepdads, too. Right? Well, it depends on what you read. A Google search brought up posts that say, for example, “ Its on fathers dayfathers day is for fathers, step - fathers and people who are like fathers to youits a day for mak

10、ing father figures feel special. “ Further searching found a Stepfathers Day Facebook page that says, “The unofficial Stepfathers Day is the fourth Sunday of June. “ Unfortunately, as of the publishing of this article, only 30 people have “ liked“ the page. Considering that studies show 3. 3 million

11、 men, or 11. 1% of U. S. fathers, live with at least one stepchild, thats only a drop in the ocean.Its interesting to note that there is a National GrandparentsDay. President Jimmy Carter signed it into law in 1978. Law! While grandparents are undoubtedly special people in our childrens lives, they

12、are often seen as the most loving family members. But what about the stepparents? The stepparents are the ones who are often the outsiders, the ones who have to endure the hurtful“Youre not my dad!“or“Youre not my mom!“And yet they never give up. They do their best to overcome the inherent challenge

13、s of stepparents and be role models for their stepchildren. These unsung (未被颂扬的) family heroes deserve “official “days of honor. Perhaps if we are loud enough, President Obama, who had a stepfather himself, will sign into law National Stepmothers Day and National Stepfathers Day.Are you with me? Fol

14、low me and get your voice heard. How cool it would be if we could make this happen!21 What does the underlined word“ that“ in Paragraph 1 refer to?（A）11. 1% of U. S. fathers who live with at least one stepchild in the U. S.（B） 3. 3 million men who live with at least one stepchild in the world.（C） Fa

15、ther figures who are equally honored in the U. S.（D）30 people who support Stepfathers Day on the Facebook page.22 What did President Jimmy Carter sign into law in 1978?（A）The National Stepchildrens Day.（B） The National StepparentsDay.（C） The National GrandparentsDay.（D）The National Grandchildrens Da

16、y.23 Which of the following is closest in meaning to the word“ inherent“ in Paragraph 2?（A）Inevitable.（B） Lasting.（C） Unbelievable.（D）Tough.24 What is the reason for setting an official holiday for stepparents?（A）Because they are often seen as the most loving family members.（B） Because they deserve

17、respect and honor as family members.（C） Because they love their role as stepparents.（D）Because they are often treated as heroes in the family.24 Most students choose “ Homestay“ accommodation when they study abroad: others select Home-stay even if they are not on a study visit. Statistics show that

18、its a form of accommodation gaining in popularity all the time.But what is Homestay? And what makes it so popular?Homestay means living with a family, or “host family“ as we say. There are three ways of doing it: choose to learn English in a language school near to your Homestay location: have your

19、English classes in the house with a member of the family who is a qualified teacher: select not to have classes at all when you visita popular choice if you want to do the tourist thing for example.Even in their busy summer period the organizations that arrange the Homestays will always try to place

20、 you with the most suitable host family to match your requirements. Placement (安置 ) organizations think about location, interests, language level, eating requirements, allergies (过敏) and other requests you may have.Though prices vary according to your needs, good quality Homestay accommodation can b

21、e relatively economicaland although you may be charged an extra amount of money if you want your Homestay in or near the city centre. Even if you stay further out, you can expect your journey into the centre not to exceed 30 minutes.Not only does Homestay accommodation represent value for money, it

22、also gives you an excellent opportunity to practise English with your host family. This is a very important extra for students who like to speak as much English as possible. But if you plan to learn English, why not have your English classes in your host family? Theres no better way to learn English

23、 than thisthe perfect combination of learning and accommodation combined with the cultural experience !25 Homestay is an ideal choice for students who_.（A）want to learn statistics（B） plan to study overseas（C） plan to visit relatives（D）want to stay at home26 Who will consider students requirements be

24、fore their Homestay starts?（A）The language school.（B） The host family.（C） The English teacher.（D）The placement organization.27 Which of the following is a key factor affecting the price of Homestay?（A）Students specific needs.（B） Students language level.（C） Nationality of the host family.（D）Eating ha

25、bits of the host family.28 What can be inferred from the passage?（A）The author finds Homestay accommodation expensive.（B） The author finds Homestay arrangement complicated.（C） The author is in favor of Homestay accommodation.（D）The author is doubtful about the safety of Homestay.28 Using less energy

26、 around the home is easier than you might think, saving your money while creating a healthier, more comfortable living space for you and your family. Changing a few old habits can make an impact on your energy bill, your comfort and the environment. Here are some handy tips to make your house more e

27、nergy-efficient. Lower the heatIf your home has adjustable central heating, lowering the room temperature even slightly can make a difference. You may not feel it, but your wallet will. It is even more advisable to control temperatures at different times of the day. Hang clothes out to dryIf the wea

28、ther allows it, head outside and dry your laundry on a clothesline. The sunlight will help eliminate bacteria and dust. While clothes dryers get the job done faster, they also use up energy. By hanging your clothes out youll be cutting greenhouse gases by about three kilograms per load. Take advanta

29、ge of natural lightInstalling large windows on the northern side of your house can help you make use of sunlights natural warmth. To stay cool indoors on hot summer days, install blinds(百叶窗) to block the heavy sun. Put your desk near the window, then you dont need a lamp in the daytime. Wrap (裹) you

30、r pipesBe sure your hot-water pipes are properly wrapped. In an average home, heating water accounts for more than one-quarter of the energy bill. Why let warmth go to waste before it reaches you? Choose the right size for appliances (家用电器)When the time comes to replace appliances, select those that

31、 are both energy-efficient and of the appropriate size for your needs. Dont buy bigger ones just because you can.29 What benefit may using less energy at home bring about?（A）Enlarging your living space.（B） Keeping old habits unchanged.（C） Having a healthier living environment.（D）Improving your work

32、efficiency.30 Which of the following is one of the advantages of hanging clothes out to dry?（A）It gets clothes dry much faster than clothes dryers.（B） It uses half the energy that clothes dryers do.（C） It may help to build a greenhouse.（D）It helps remove bacteria in clothes.31 What can be installed

33、on the northern side of your house to make better use of natural light?（A）Shades.（B） Windows.（C） Blinds.（D）Curtains.32 Besides energy-efficiency, what else should be considered when replacing appliances?（A）Proper size.（B） Good quality.（C） Replacing time.（D）Reasonable price.32 I talk to strangers for

34、 a living and love the challenge of getting their stories published in news-papers. Ive been married for years, but until six months ago, I could be a typical absent-minded husband. Often I was just nodding when I was supposed to. When my wife asked, “ Did you even hear what I just said?“I would def

35、ensively say, “ Of course I did!“In January, I began to lose my voice. Doctors told me I needed surgery, or my throat would be permanently damaged. Total silence would be required for the first few weeks of my recovery.Two hours after the surgery, my eyes filled with tears as my twoyearold son looke

36、d puzzled because I wouldnt answer his questions. I wanted to talk but couldnt. Luckily, Id recorded myself reading some of his favorite books. That would come in handy the next couple of weeks.When I got home, I noriced a“side effect“ : as my wife talked to me to keep up my spirits, I wasnt just he

37、aring her: I was listening to her. Over the next few weeks, I didnt want to miss a word she said. I began to hear sweetness in her voice. It had never left. Id just stopped noticing. I found myself understanding her better on topics Id previously dismissed as“ things I just dont get as a guy“. I als

38、o realized my son wasnt just talking nonstop but that he often had thoughtful things to say. Even while walking my dog in the woods near our home, I began hearing pleasant patterns in birdsongs. Before my surgery, Id have spent those walks on my phone.After several weeks, I was fully recovered. Conv

39、ersation in our house is better now, not because Im talking more. Im just listening better and becoming less and less surprised that I like what I hear.33 According to the passage, the author is most likely a_.（A）journalist（B） doctor（C） driver（D）teacher34 What does the wife mean by asking“ Did you e

40、ven hear what I just said?“ in Paragraph 1 ?（A）You didnt have to nod while you were listening.（B） You should tell me what I said iust now.（C） You should listen to me.（D）You didnt want to talk with me.35 What is true of the author after the surgery?（A）He was unwilling to talk to his wife.（B） He was u

41、nable to communicate with his son.（C） He was required to keep silent for the first few months.（D）He was worried about his recovery after the surgery.36 What did the author realize after the surgery?（A）His dog liked pleasant birdsongs.（B） His son didnt like talking.（C） His wife was a talkative woman.

42、（D）His house was full of pleasant talks.36 Coconut(椰子)is an unusual food for many reasons. It is one of the largest edible seeds produced by any plant. Its unusual contents also make it unique in the seed worldit consists of both“ meat“ and“ water“ inside. The coconut meat is the white substance wit

43、h which we are all familiar, as it is used extensively for cooking and flavorings: the coconut water is a white and sweet liquid.Portuguese (葡萄牙的) explorers gave the nut its name in the 15th century, referring to it as coco , meaning“ ghost“ in their language. The outside appearance of coconuts remi

44、nded them of a ghosts face, and the tree has had that name ever since.The coconut has varied uses. It is used to make various cooking oils for fast-food restaurants around the world to make diet materials. The coconut fluid is a favorite drink in hot climates, providing a cool and refreshing beverag

45、e fight off the tree. This water is also used by manufacturers of various sports drinks. Even the shell itself has many uses, including animal food and fertilizer.Yet the coconut is also useful in many ways that have nothing to do with food. Coconut oil is used for cosmetics(化妆品) , medicines, and so

46、 on. Dried coconut shells are used in many countries as a tool for shining wood floors. The shells are also used for shirt buttons, and are commonly found on Hawaiian clothing. They are even used for musical instruments and bird houses.And all these are only some of the uses found for the coconut fr

47、uit. The coconut tree, which produces the nut, also produces many useful things. Its no wonder that the coconut tree has been taken as“the tree of life“.37 What does the underlined word “edible “in Paragraph 1 mean?（A）Eatable.（B） Available.（C） Visible.（D）Collectible.38 The coconut got its name becau

48、se of_.（A）its round shape（B） its ghostlike appearance（C） its hard shell（D）its white color39 What is the passage mainly about?（A）Types of coconut seeds.（B） The discovery of coconut.（C） The history of coconut.（D）Uses of coconut.40 What can be learned from the passage?（A）Coconut fluid can become fertil

49、izer.（B） Coconut trunks are houses for birds.（C） Coconut trees are useful plants.（D）Coconut oil is rare and expensive.四、Part IV ClozeDirections: There are some blanks in the following passages. For each blank there are four choices marked A, B, C and D. You should choose the one that best fits into the passages. Then, mark the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet.40 Where do cars get their energy from? For most cars,