英语三级-A级全真试题2017.6(含答案详解).doc

高等学校英语应用能力考试(A级)
(2017年6月)
Part I Listening Comprehension (20 minutes)
Directions: This part is to test your listening ability. It consists of 4 sections.
Section A
Directions: This section is to test your ability to understand short dialogues. There are 5 recorded dialogues in it. After each dialogue, there is a recorded question. Both the dialogues and questions will be spoken only once. When you hear a question, you should decide on the correct answer from the 4 choices marked A), B), C) and D) given in your test paper. Then you should mark the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the center.
Example: You will hear:
You will read: A) New York City. B) An evening party.
C) An air trip. D) The man’s job.
From the dialogue we learn that the man is to take a flight to New York. Therefore, C) An air trip is the correct answer. You should mark C) on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the center. [A] [B] [C] [D]
Now the test will begin.
1. A) There is no paper. B) The man can use the printer.
C) The man has to pay first. D) The printer doesn’t work.
2. A) He has got a pay rise. B) He has got a new job.
C) He has been promoted. D) He has bought an apartment.
3. A) Sell a car. B) Repair a car.
C) Rent a car. D) Buy a used car.
4. A) It is too small. B) He doesn’t like the style.
C) He doesn’t like the color D) It is of poor quality.
5. A) The sales manager. B) The receptionist.
C) The office secretary. D) The chief engineer.

Section B
Direction: This section is to test your ability to understand short conversations. There are 2 recorded conversations in it. After each conversation, there are some recorded questions .Both the conversations and questions will be spoken two times. When you hear a question, you should decide on the correct answer from the 4 choices marked A), B), C) and D) given in your test paper. Then you should mark the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the center.
Conversation 1
6. A) The goods are out of stock. B) She is moving to another city.
C) She is afraid the price will go down. D) The sales season is coming soon.
7. A) By train. B) By ship.
C) By air. D) By truck.
8. A) Next week. B) Next month.
C) In three weeks. D) In two weeks.
Conversation 2
9. A) Sales manager. B) HR manager assistant.
C) Office secretary. D) Software engineer.
10. A) 3 weeks. B) 6 weeks.
C) 3 months. D) 6 months.

Section C
Directions: In this section you will hear a recorded short passage. The passage is printed in the test paper, but with some words or phrase missing. The passage will be read two times. You are required to put the missing words or phrases on the Answer Sheet in order of the numbered blanks according to what you hear. Now listen to the passage.
I think we’ll begin now. First I’d like to welcome you all and thank you for your coming, especially at such short notice. I know you are all very busy and it’s difficult to take time away from your 11 for meetings.
As you can see on the agenda, today we will focus on the upcoming 12 . First we’ll discuss the groups that will be coming in from Germany. After that, We’ll discuss the North American Tours, 13 by the Asian tours. If time 14 , we will also discuss the Australian tours which are booked for early September. Finally, I’m going to request some feedback from all of you 15 last year’s tours and where you think we can improve.

Section D
Directions: This section is to test your ability to comprehend short passages. You will hear a recorded passage. After that you will hear five questions. Both the passage and the questions will be read two times. When you hear a question .you should complete the answer to it with a word or a short phrase (in no more than 3 words). The questions and incomplete answers are printed in your test paper. You should write your answers on the answer sheet correspondingly. Now listen to the passage.
16. What product does the company produce?
.
17. What was the company set up?
ago.
18. Where are their products sold?
Both and abroad.
19. According to the speaker, why do their products have a good reputation?
Because of the high quality and good they provide.
20. What does the speaker promise to give for a large order?
.
Part II Structure (10minutes)
Directions: This part is to test your ability to construct grammatically correct sentences. It consists of 2 sections.
Section A
Directions: In this section, there are 10 incomplete sentences. You are required to complete each one by deciding on the most appropriate word or words from the 4 choices marked A), B), C) and D). Then you should mark the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the center.
21.Our company culture is make us successful in creating a friendly and exciting environment.
A) where B) how C) what D) why
22. Most people were greatly shocked by the news the IT company had gone bankrupt.
A) what B) how C) why D) that
23.I would probably try to find a better job if I in your position.
A) am B) were C) have been D)be
24.If you are busy to attend the meeting, you can send your assistant to take your place.
A)very B) so C)too D) more
25.I had to wait for anther two months to be able to have the car .
A) fixing B) fix C) to fix D)fixed
26.62% of the people surveyed said they always avoided their smart phones during meals.
A) use B) using C) to use D)used
27.The HR department is a critical part of employee well-being in any business, no matter small it is.
A) how B) what C)where D)which
28. According to the regulation, inspections to ensure that the systems are in good condition.
A) demanded B)have demanded C) be demanded D) are demanded
29.Before you think about asking for a promotion, make sure that either a position opening exists a new position is needed to be created.
A) and B) nor C) or D)but
30.The traffic was making so much noise that I couldn’t hear what he .
A) is saying B) was saying C)has said D) will say

Section B
Directions: There are 5 incomplete statements here. You should fill in each blank with the proper form of the word given in brackets. Write the word or words in the corresponding space on the Answer Sheet.
31. Our team will meet with each person to learn about his or her (person) and vocational goals.
32. These questions enable the interviewer (know) how you previously reacted or behaved in certain types of situations.
33. Before (ask) for a promotion, try to find out how the decision makers in your company feel about you.
34. They are under the (impress) that their communication ability is the most important factor in whether or not they will hired.
35. We believe the e-learning can be (effective) than traditional instructions in the future.
Part III Reading Comprehension (40 minutes)
Directions: This part is to test your reading ability. There are 5 tasks for you to fulfill. You should read the reading materials carefully and do the tasks as you are instructed.
Task 1

Directions: After reading the following passage, you will find 5 questions or unfinished statements, numbered 36 to 40. For each question or statement there are 4 choices marked A), B), C) and D). You should make the correct choice and mark the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the center.
The challenge of writing a powerful cove letter(附信) can lead job candidates to search endlessly for advice, but be careful. While you likely will find some valuable advice, you may come across a few tips that could mislead you.
“You need a lengthy cover letter. ” This probably is one of the “bad cover letter tips. ” Think about it :hiring managers have piles of resumes and cover letters to review. If yours is longer than the rest, it might not get read at all. Aim to get all of your points across in three brief paragraphs: a clear introduction that lets employer know which job you are applying for and why you are interested in the position; a paragraph that includes a few specific examples of how to have excelled(擅长) in past roles that are relevant to the open position; and a concluding paragraph that tells employers how you will benefit their company and requests a future meeting.
“Your cover letter is less important than your resume. ” Some hiring managers shove(随手扔) cover letters to the side, but most do not. Because you never know what type of hiring manager you are dealing with, it is best to submit a nice cover letter. While some employers place less emphasis on cover letters, others decide who to interview based on them. Remember that the point of a cover letter is to tell employers something that makes them want to meet you.
36. Why should job candidates be careful when searching for advice to write a cover letter?
A) Some tips are not practical. B) Some tips could be misleading.
C) It is impossible to get useful tips. D) It is difficult to find valuable tips.
37. Why shouldn’t you write a lengthy cover letter?
A) Hiring managers may not read it at all. B) Well-written cover letters may be read first.
C) It is difficult to write a good long cover letter. D) You are unable to express your points clearly.
38. According to the passage, the introductory paragraph of a cover letter should include .
A) your request for a job interview B) the position you are interested in

C) some examples of your achievements D) your education background and degree
39. Which of the following should be included in the concluding paragraph of a cover letter?
A) Your expected salary. B) Your hobbies and interests.
C) Your request for a meeting. D) Your professional background.
40. According to the writer, the purpose of a cover letter is to .
A) urge the employer to read your resume B) please your potential employer
C) get the employer to meet you D) show off your achievements
Task 2
Directions: This task is the same as Task 1. The 5 questions or unfinished statements are numbered 41 to 45.
Dear Sir/Madam,
I am pleased to write a letter of recommendation on behalf of Sand River and its CEO, Mrs. Jane King. I am very familiar with the company. My next book deals with it in detail, while is to be published in autumn of 2018. I am also familiar with European consumer. As a Dutch citizen, I have lived in Europe for 46 years and studied European consumer behavior for decades.
I believe that Sand River offers something unique to the European market. It has established long-term supply relations with herdsman(农民) families and owns advanced German machinery. Thus it combines natural resources with modern manufacturing techniques. But equally important, Sand River works with modern fashion designers to create truly contemporary and appealing designs. The result is a newly-established cashmere(羊绒) brand that appeals to a target group of high-income women.
I met Mrs. King the first time in 2013. Since then, we have met several times and talked about Sand River’s philosophy, strategy, and appeal to both Chinese and international consumers. I was struck by her deep knowledge about knitting(针织) technology, her enthusiasm for the brand, and her deep understanding of the cashmere shopper. I regard her as a “women of her word.”
To summarize, I believe Sand River products deserve a place in luxurious European department stores and Mrs. King is a reliable partner.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Sincerely,
Joan Smith
41. Joan Smith wrote the recommendation letter on behalf of .
A) a Dutch citizen B) herdsman families
C) the European consumer D) Sand River and its CEO
42. Form the letter we can learn that Sand River .
A) has longterm links with herdsmen B) employs many herdsman workers
C) manufactures advanced machines D) sells hand-made products
43. The target consumers of the newly-established cashmere brand are .
A) college students B) blue-color workers
C) high-income women D) average herdsman families
44 By saying “a women of her word” (Para. 3), the writer means that Mrs. King .
A) always keeps her promise B) is a good public speaker
C) knows customers well D)is well educated
45. As far as the European market is concerned, the writer thinks that Sand River products .
A) are fit for supermarkets in big cities B) are likely to enjoy a big market share
C) will appeal to different kinds of customers D) deserve a place in luxurious department stores
Task 3
Directions: Read the following passage. After reading it, you are required to complete the outline below it (No.46 to No.50). You should write your answers briefly (in not more than three words) on the Answer Sheet correspondingly.
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●Enter your Parking Ticket Infraction（违规）number（Top right of the ticket）
●Enter your credit card number（VISA, MasterCard or American Express）and expiry date
●Print a confirmation for your records
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To protect the secured exchange of information between you and this secure site, you may be asked to download and install the latest version of your rows（浏览器）.
Please note that your payment session will end automatically if your computers is left idle（空闲状态）for more than 2 minutes. We suggest that you have your parking ticket and credit card ready before you begin the payment session.
Parking Ticket Payment System
Step to pay:
1) enter your Parking Ticket Information number
2) enter your 46
3) print a 47 of your records
Customer services:
1) phone number: 48
2) service time: 49 ,from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Information exchange security: download and install the 50 of your browser

Task 4
Directions: The following is a list of items related to museum vis