高等学校英语应用能力考试（A级）.doc

s 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) Applying for a visa. B) Making a reservation.
C) Checking out in the airport. D) Filling in an application form.
2. A) In an office. B) In a club.
  C) In a hospital. D) In a restaurant.
3. A) From a TV ad. B) From a friend,
C) From a newspaper. D) From the radio.
4. A) Check the statistics. B) Visit some clients.
  C) Draw some charts. D) Conduct a survey.
5. A) Mr. Brown isn't fit for the job. B) Mr. Brown can do the job well.
C) She doesn't know Mr. Brown. D) She can do the job herself:
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) To make a complaint.                              B) To ask about the services.
C) To rent a meeting room                             D) To book a hotel room. .
7. A) On April 25.                                     B) On April 26.
 C) On April 27.                                     D) On April 28.
8. A) The hotel website.                                 B) The check-in time.
 C) The way of payment.                              D) The room rate.
Conversation 2
9. A) To confirm her flight.                     B) To arrange for a party.
  C) To say goodbye.                       D) To make an appointment.
10. A) She will take a shuttle bus.             B) She will go there by subway.
  C) Linda will book a taxi for her.           D) Linda will drive her to the airport.
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.
Good evening,  ladies and gentlemen ! On behalf of our company, I' d like to thank you for coming to _     11      the opening of our new branch office in Hattiesburg. This branch is the 10th office we have        12        in the country.  I' m glad we finally opened a branch in the southeast area. Now, I would like to nbsp;    13      to thank all the staff here for your efforts to establish the branch. In order to successfully operate the branch, we need the      14      of customers like you being present.  We will do 'our best to provide you with the Thank you very much.
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 does the speaker say about college life?
  It is an                                                                       _ experience in our life.
17. What will you get in college?
You will get better                                              of yourself and of your capabilities.
18. What does the speaker say about study in college?
 It is going to be                                         .
19. What entertainment events does the speaker mention?
 Plays, festivals, debates,____                                        and many more fun activities.
20. What does the speaker tell the students at the end of the speech?
They are going to make a decision of their                                   .
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. I am interested in the training course, Which            at Hilton Hotel in Beijing from March 8 t0 12, 2018.
   A) held            B) was held C) will hold D)will be held
22. In his paper, John is trying to identify            determines the final result of the project.
  A) what     B) whether C)when D)how
23. I feel I am entitled to a full refund in addition to an apology for the inconvenience                   .
A)to cause B)causing C)cause D)caused
24. Recent studies show that employees who take vacation time and leave are _________ than those who do not.
A)efficient B)most efficient C)more efficient D)least efficient
25. Only by adopting the highest standards of integrity _           the trust of our clients and the companies we work with.
A) we earn     B) can we earn       C) we can earn       D) we will earn
26. If I               the challenges at that time, I might not have started my own business.
A) would know     B) have known      C) had known       D) will know
27.It was not until last July____        we started to distribute e-readers and launched an e-book store.
A) that          B) who         C) which        D) whom
28.             the library for hours without finding anything useful, I turned to my professor for  help.
 A) To search B) Having searched C) Have searched   D) Searching
29.                     some degree, all managers who supervise people are involved in HR activities.
A) On           B) To           C) For  D)With
30. Our online computer repair and tech support is a convenient way to have your ________ computer without having to leave your home.
A) to fix           B) fixing           C) fix D)fixed
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. This chapter will assist you in preparing and writing memos that allow you to communicate( effective ) _          _      in today ' s workplace.
32. Thank you for your email,  and your feedback on the ( attach)_____ proposal would be appreciated.
33. There is no (different) _________ in the brains of those who exercise with light intensity as compared with those who do not exercise at all.
34. When they entered the area, the visitors (require) _________ to turn off their smartphones
35. When it comes to shopping habits, he suggested( buy) ________ products that are made from recycled materials.
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.
To be a good manager, you must be careful to distinctly define the proper boundary(界限) between yourself and your staff. Here are some points to remember.
    1. Be clear about the relationship. To maintain the respect of your employees while being friends with them, you must be direct about the nature of your business relationship. This means being clear about what the goals are, how your employees are to help you reach them, and what they can expect from you. By communicating these things clearly, you avoid the risk that an employee can misinterpret your friendship and behave in an unprofessional manner.
   2. Be social-to a degree. In most offices, there's usually a lot of social networking,
whether it' s a Friday lunch or drinks after work.  It' s natural for managers to be a part of that. Just remember to socialize(变际)  with everyone, be careful with the alcohol, and don't be the last one at the party. Also, keep socializing at the office to a minimum. You want to ensure that you are respected as well as liked.
    3. Don9;t fake it. Maybe you want to try to be friends with all your employees, because you think that would strengthen your team. While some management training courses stress that bosses should ask their staff about their personal lives, such as their weekend plans, their families, or their children, such efforts can backfire if the manager is viewed as not being sincere. It's okay to ask occasional questions of staff, but don't make a big production out of it.  Getting to know people takes time.
36. To prevent employees from behaving unprofessionally, managers should ________.
    A) show respect to their employees' individual needs
    B) let them know about their future career development
    C) set short-term and long-term goals for their business
    D) make them clear about the nature of business relationship
37. According to Paragraph 3, managers are advised ________.
    A) to create a friendly work environment for their staff
    B) to keep socializing with the employees to a degree
    C) to avoid socializing with their employees after work
    D) to be the first person to a party or to a gathering
38. Some managers believe they can strengthen their team by________.
    A) making friends with all their employees
    B) attending a management training course
    C) providing a free Friday lunch to the staff
    D) encouraging their staff to exercise regularly
39. The word "backfire" in the last paragraph most probably means” ________.”
    A) strengthen the relationship
    B) start a fire in the backyard
    C) produce an undesired result      
    D) improve management skills
40. The passage is mainly about the importance of________.
    A) management training courses for employers
B) proper relationship between managers and staff
C) setting business goals for both managers and staff
D) being a part of social networking for a good manager
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,
Before renting the equipment from U-Haul, be clear about the following information.
     1.  I understand that this equipment must be returned to the same U-Haul location where it was rented. I understand that the minimum rental charge for equipment returned to a different location is twice the amount of the current rate.
     2. I understand that the equipment rented is water resistant and not water proof.
     3. I acknowledge that I have received the appropriate User Instructions and acknowledge my responsibility to fully read and understand these User concerns or requirement that I have about my rental.
     4. I understand that I can also contact U-Haul Customer Service at uhaul/contact/email.aspx,
     5. I agree that distracted driving is dangerous and that driving while distracted is likely to lead to an accident/crash causing serious injury or death. I agree not to use a hand-held mobile phone  ( other than for an emergency call) .  My agreement not to do so is material to U-Haul decision to enter this Agreement. My failure to comply is material breach of this Agreement.
     6.  I acknowledge that I have received and agreed to the terms and conditions of this Rental Contract and Rental Contract Addendum(咐录) .
41. Where are you asked to return the equipment rented from U-Haul?
    A) To a free parking lot.
    B) To any U-Haul location.
C) To where it was rented from.
D) To the nearest U-Haul location.
42. According to Item 3 ,  it is the renter' s responsibility________.
A) to fully read and understand the User Instructions
B) to buy insurance before renting the equipment
C) to confirm the receipt of the User Instructions
D) to repair the equipment when necessary
43. The phrase "distracted driving" in Item 5 means __
   A) changing lanes without signaling
   B) driving without wearing a seatbelt
   C) running a red light by over-speeding
   D) carrying out other activities while driving
44. While driving, you are allowed to use your hand-held mobile phone to________.
   A) chat with your assistant
   B) make an emergency call
   C) look for a U-Haul location
   D) receive and send messages
45. This passage is most probably taken from ________.
   A) an announcement    
   B) an advertisement
   C) an agreement
   D) a notice
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.
Could you look into the eyes of children and tell them they will have nothing to eat tonight ?
     We can' t, either.
     That's why we have set up the Mississippi Food Network (MFN) , a non-profit organization.  As a member of Feeding America, we make sure that children, families and seniors in our service area have food. MFN has been feeding Mississippians since 1984.
     At MFN, we partner with 430 food pantries(食品供应站) , emergency shelters, and soup kitchens in our community to provide the food needed for our hungry neighbors