A) Adds up to.
B) Does away with.
C) Lessens the effect of.
D) Lays the foundation for.
69. Helping a sick neighbor with some repair work is an example of ________.
A) instrumental support
B) informational support
C) social companionship
D) the strengthening of self-respect
70. Social companionship is beneficial in that ________.
A) it helps strengthen our ties with relatives
B) it enables us to eliminate our faults and mistakes
C) it makes our leisure-time activities more enjoyable
D) it draws our attention away from our worries and troubles
Part IV Translation (15 minutes)
Directions: In this part, there are four items, each consisting of one or two sentences for
you to translate into Chinese. These sentences are all taken from the Reading
Passages you have just read in Part Three of Test Paper One. You should
refer back to the passages so as to identify their meanings in the context.
S1. (Lines 1-2, Para. 1, Passage 1)
Long after the 1998 World Cup was won, disappointed fans were still cursing the
disputed refereeing (裁判) decisions that denied victory to their team.
S2. (Lines 1-2, Para. 6, Passage 2)
But for many, the fact that poor people are able to support themselves almost as well
without government aid as they did with it is in itself a huge victory.
S3. (Lines 5-6, Para. 2, Passage 3)
What easier way is there for a nurse, a policeman, a barber, or a waiter to lose
professional identity (身份) than to step out of uniform?
S4. (Lines 3-4, Para. 1, Passage 4)
Social support consists of the exchange of resources among people based on their
inter personal ties.
Part V Writing (30 minutes)
Directions: For this part, you are allowed thirty minutes to write a composition on the
topic Is a Test of Spoken English Necessary? The first sentence has already
been written for you. You should write at least 100 words, and base your
competition on the outline given in Chinese below:
1. 很多人认为有必要举行英语口语考试，理由是…
2. 也有人持不同意见，...
3. 我的看法和打算
Is a Test of Spoken English Necessary
A test of spoken English will be included as an optional component of the College
English Test (CET)
2000年6月四级参考答案
Part I
1. C
2. C
3. B
4. D
5. B
6. D
7. A
8. C
9. D
10. D
11. D
12. A
13. B
14. C
15. B
16. A
17. A
18. C
19. B
20. A
Part II
21. D
22. A
23. C
24. B
25. C
26. A
27. B
28. B
29. D
30. B
31. C
32. B
33. A
34. B
35. C
36. D
37. A
38. A
39. A
40. C
41. A
42. D
43. D
44. A
45. B
46. C
47. C
48. D
49. D
50. B
Part III
51. B
52. C
53. A
54. C
55. B
56. D
57. C
58. A
59. B
60. D
61. B
62. A
63. D
64. C
65. D
66. A
67. B
68. C
69. A
70. D
S1. 1998年世界杯足球赛早已尘埃落定，但失望的球迷们仍在责骂那些颇有争议的
判罚，声称正是那些判罚使他们的球队没能获胜。
S2. 但是穷人在没有政府救济的情况下，生活照样过得很好，对很多人来说，这一
事实本身就是一个巨大的胜利。
S3. 对于一名护士、理发师或是一名侍者而言，还有什么比脱掉制服更加便利的方
法能让他们失去职业身份呢?
S4. 社会资助是由人与人之间的资源交换所构成的，而这种交换乃是建立在他们的
人际关系的基础之上。
2001年1月大学英语四级(CET-4)真题试卷
Part I Listening Comprehension (20 minutes)
Section A
Directions: In this section, you will hear 10 short conversations. At the end of each
conversation, a question will be asked about what was said. Both the
conversation and the question will be spoken only once. After each question
there will be a pause. During the pause, you must read the four choices
marked A), B), C) and D), and decide which is the best answer. Then mark
the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the
center.
Example:
You will hear:
You will read:
A) 2 hours.
B) 3 hours.
C) 4 hours.
D) 5 hours.
From the conversation we know that the two were talking about some work they
will start at 9 o’clock in the morning and have to finish at 2 in the afternoon. Therefore,
D) “5 hours” is the correct answer. You should choose [D] on the Answer Sheet and mark
it with a single line through the center.
Sample Answer [A] [B] [C] [D]
1. A) Get some change form Jane.
B) Use the woman’s phone.
C) Go look for a pay phone.
D) Pay for the phone call.
2. A) At a bookstore.
B) In a workshop.
C) At an art gallery.
D) In a department store.
3. A) She’s bought the man a pair of glasses today.
B) She will help the man to catch up.
C) She is worried about the man’s health.
D) She has bought the man an up-to-date map.
4. A) He is going to give a talk on fishing.
B) He thinks fishing is a good way to kill time.
C) He has the same hobby as Susan’s father.
D) He is eager to meet Susan’s parents.
5. A) He finds the presentation hard to follow.
B) He considers the presentation very dull.
C) He thinks Professor White has chosen an interesting topic.
D) He speaks highly of the presentation.
6. A) High quality paper.
B) A typewriter.
C) A bookshelf.
D) Some stocks.
7. A) They go to the seaside.
B) They set off early.
C) They go sightseeing.
D) They wait for a fine day.
8. A) He was late for school on the first day.
B) He had a funny face.
C) He was the first person she met at school.
D) He liked to show off in class.
9. A) Her car can stand any crash.
B) Her car is not as good as his.
C) Her car is maintained as well as his.
D) Her car is kept in good condition.
10. A) She is too busy to go.
B) She doesn’t want to wait long.
C) She’s willing to go swimming.
D) She enjoys the wonderful weather.
Section B
Directions: In this section, you will hear 3 short passages. At the end of each passage,
you will hear some questions. Both the passage and the questions will be
spoken only once. After you hear a question, you must choose the best
answer from the four choices marked A), B), C) and D). Then mark the
corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the
center.
Passage one
Questions 11 to 13 are based on the passage you have just heard.
11. A) He was once a friend of the ruler.
B) He was a tax collector.
C) He was a government official.
D) He was once a school teacher in India.
12. A) To declare new ways of collecting tax.
B) To entertain those who had made great contributions to the government.
C) To collect money from the persons invited.
D) To reward outstanding tax collectors.
13. A) They tried to collect more money than the ruler asked for.
B) They were given some silver and gold coins by the ruler.
C) They were excused from paying income tax.
D) They enjoyed being invited to dinner at the ruler’s palace.
Passage Two
Questions 14 to 16 are based on the passage you have just heard.
14. A) They liked traveling.
B) They wanted to find a better place to live in.
C) They were driven out of their homes.
D) The reasons are unknown.
15. A) They try to put up with Gypsies.
B) They are envious of Gypsies.
C) They are unfriendly to Gypsies.
D) They admire the musical talent of the Gypsies.
16. A) Special schools have been set up for them.
B) Permanent homes have been built for them.
C) They are now taught in their own language.
D) They are now allowed to attend local schools.
Passage Three
Questions 17 to 20 are based on the passage you have just heard.
17. A) The causes are obvious.
B) The causes are very complicated.
C) The causes are familiar.
D) The causes are not well understood.
18. A) Regular driver training.
B) Improved highway design.
C) Stricter traffic regulations.
D) Better public transportation.
19. A) Highway crime.
B) Poor traffic control.
C) Confusing road signs.
D) Drivers’ errors.
20. A) Designing better cars.
B) Building more highways.
C) Increasing people’s awareness of traffic problems.
D) Enhancing drivers’ sense of responsibility.
Part II Reading Comprehension (35 minutes)
Directions: There are 4 passages in this part. Each passage is followed by some
questions or unfinished statements. For each of them there are four choices
marked A), B), C) and D). You should decide on the best choice and mark
the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the
center.
Passage One
Questions 21 to 25 are based on the following passage.
Dogs are social animals and without proper training, they will behave like wild
animals. They will soil your house, destroy your belongings, bark excessively, fight other
dogs and even bite you. Nearly all behavior problems are perfectly normal dog activities
that occur at the wrong time or place or are directed at the wrong thing. The key to
preventing or treating behavior problems is learning to teach the dog to redirect its normal
behavior to outlets that are acceptable in the domestic setting.
One of the best things you can do for your dog and yourself is to obedience train it.
Obedience training doesn’t solve all behavior problems, but it is the foundation for
solving just about any problem. Training pens up a line of communication between you
and your dog. Effective communication is necessary to instruct your dog about what you
want it to do.
Training is also an easy way to establish the social rank order. When your dog obeys
a simple request of “come here, sit,” it is showing obedience and respect for you. It is not
necessary to establish yourself as top dog or leader of the pack (群) by using extreme
measure. You can teach your dog its subordinate (从属的) role by teaching it to show
submission to you. Most dogs love performing tricks for you to pleasantly accept that you
are in charge.
Training should be fun and rewarding for you and your dog. It can enrich your
relationship and make living together more enjoyable. A well-trained dog is more
confident and can more safely be allowed a greater amount of freedom than an untrained
animal.
21. Behavior problems of dogs are believe to ________.
A) be just part of their nature
B) worsen in modern society
C) occur when they go wild
D) present a threat to the community
22. The primary purpose of obedience training is to ________.
A) teach the dog to perform clever tricks
B) make the dog aware of its owner’s authority
C) provide the dog with outlets for its wild behavior
D) enable the dog to regain its normal behavior
23. Effective communication between a dog and its owner is ________.
A) essential to solving the dog’s behavior problems
B) the foundation for dogs to perform tasks
C) a good way to teach the dog new tricks
D) an extreme measure in obedience training
24. Why do pet dogs love performing tricks for their masters?