English test paper

Step 1: Listen

Short dialogue

In Part A, you will hear ten short conversations between two speakers. At the end of each conversation, a question about the conversation will be asked. Dialogues and questions will only be said once. After you hear a conversation and a question about it, read the four possible answers on your paper and decide which one is the best answer to the question you have heard.

1.m: Will you go on holiday with your sister again this year?

Yes, she will come back from Canada tomorrow, and then we will go to Turkey next week.

Question: Where is this lady going to spend her holiday this year? (3)

2.w: when does the movie start?

Well ... we can go at 5:30 or 8:30.

W: I have to go home before 10, so 8: 30 is too late.

M: OK. We will go at half past five.

Q: When will they go to the movies? (1)

3.w: How far is the nearest supermarket?

M: Oh, Johnson's restaurant chain is the best, but it's also nearly 5 kilometers away.

W: Don't you have anything closer?

M: Well, there's one three kilometers away, but it's not very good.

Q: What can we learn about Johnson? (4)

M: I want a cup of coffee, and you?

W: Well, me too. Twins can drink coke, but as long as they have one bottle, they never finish it alone.

Question: How many people were mentioned in the conversation? (3)

5.m: How much is the ticket for the flower show?

W: Ten dollars for adults and half price for children.

Q: How much will this man pay for two adults and a child? (2)

6.w: will you go home from work at 5:30 as usual?

No, I have an important meeting today, and I will be thirty minutes late.

Q: What is the possible relationship between the two speakers? (3)

7.w: I'm very sorry I'm late.

M: That's all right. It has just begun.

W: Oh, then I feel much better. Shall we go and buy some popcorn?

M: Of course. Popcorn is the best snack for watching movies.

Question: Where is the dialogue most likely to take place? (3)

8. Mom, what are you doing? I'm starving.

W: Bacon toast and tomato soup.

Wow, my mouth is watering.

W: Be patient. It will be ready in fifteen minutes.

Question: What can we learn from the conversation? (1)

9. Do you mind if I smoke in your car?

W: Actually, I can't stand the smell.

Question: What does this woman mean? (3)

10.w: Tina will move into her new apartment soon. We should buy her a present. She said she needed some cushions, but I don't know what color her sofa is.

Why not give her a pair of glasses?

W: No, let's give her what she wants. I think I'll call her and ask about the color.

Question: What will this woman do? (4)

Part b paragraph

In part B, you will hear two short essays, and you will be asked three questions in each essay. The article will be read twice, but the question will only be said once. When you hear a question, read the four possible answers on your paper and decide which one is the best answer to the question you hear.

The question 1 1 to 13 is based on the following passage.

About 70 million Americans are trying to lose weight. This is almost one third of the people in America. Losing weight is not easy, and it may cost a lot of money. Some people are on a diet. This means that they eat less certain foods, especially fat and sugar. Others exercise or take medicine. But why do so many Americans want to lose weight? Many people worry that they don't look young and attractive. Others are worried about their health. Many doctors say that being overweight is unhealthy. About 30 million Americans weigh at least 20% more than their ideal weight. In fact, the United States is the most overweight country in the world. Losing weight is hard work, but most people want to find a quick and simple way to lose fat. Bookstores sell many books, telling readers how to lose weight. A large number of such new books come out every year. Everyone promises to get rid of fat.

Question:

1 1. How many Americans are trying to lose weight? (4)

12. What kind of weight loss method is not mentioned in the article? (4)

13. What can we learn from this article about losing weight? (3)

1 1.D 12。 D 13。 C

Questions 14 to 16 are based on the following news.

Good afternoon, everyone. Welcome to the Manor Museum. Before you go, I want to tell you something interesting that we have prepared for you.

Here in the lobby, you can see some old photos of the town. In Ford's room over there, we have some pictures of gardens painted in Italy. The colors of these flowers are really beautiful.

Upstairs on the left is our famous clock series. We have 150 different clocks, and they can tell the time accurately. The oldest is 400 years old!

We have a fashion show on the right. Famous actors have worn these clothes in movies or TV series. Some of them are really beautiful.

You may want to buy a guidebook to the museum. It has many color photos, and it's expensive? 1.75.

We are open until 5: 30 today, so you have a lot of time. Enjoy your visit!

Question:

14. What's on display in the hall? (1)

15. What can you see upstairs on the left? (2)

16. What time does the museum close? (2)

14.A 15。 B 16。 B

A longer conversation

In part C, you will hear two long dialogues. The dialogue will be read twice. After listening to each conversation, you are asked to fill in the blanks with the information you have heard. Write your answers on the answer sheet.

The spaces 17 to 20 are based on the following dialogue.

W: Hello, children's fun club.

Oh, hello. My name is Paul. Can you tell me where your office is?

W: They are in London, but we send messages to children in Europe, India and America.

M: What is this club about?

W: We want to help children get better at school-in reading and writing, so that they will like these subjects as much as they like sports and painting.

M: That's good. Is there a game?

W: Yes.

M: Is it every month?

W: Only once a year, and it's next week.

Man: Great! How old are you? I am only thirteen years old.

W: That's good. Some children in our club are only ten years old. We're just saying you can't be over fifteen. This club is just right for you.

M: How much is it?

W: 12 month is 5 pounds and half a year is 3 pounds.

Ok, thank you.

17. Writing 18. Once 19. 15 20.5

Spaces 2 1 to 24 are based on the following conversation.

Woman: Hi, Jason. Are you going to the party in town tonight?

No, I'd better stay at home.

W: Why? This is your favorite.

M: Well, …, no.

Jason, are you yourself? What happened? Do you have a fever?

M: Not really. It's all because of my professor.

What did your professor do to your party?

M: I was asked to hand in a 3000-word paper on Friday morning, but I haven't started writing a word yet.

W: Oh, come on. One more day. Let's enjoy this free Wednesday night.

Linda, listen, I can't.

W: Are you serious?

M: I have to stay at home and finish my thesis. This means a lot to me.

W: OK, I see. I'll go by myself. Oh, can you lend me your car?

M: But you don't have a driver's license yet.

W: Who cares?

Okay, okay, Linda. I'll drive you there. You can call a taxi after the party.

W: ok.

2 1.3000 words 22. Friday the 23rd in the morning. Driver's license/license

24. Taxi

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Only by careful observation can we draw a conclusion.

You don't need to look up every new word in the dictionary when reading the newspaper.

It is said that the ticket price of Beijing Olympic Games is very reasonable.

This woman scientist has devoted herself to scientific research all her life, and her contribution to society is unparalleled.

Having visited many places in China, I think my hometown Shaoxing is my favorite place. No wonder there is a saying that home is the best, whether in the east or in the west.