题目
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The automobile may not be closely associated with modem American culture, but it has occupied a central role in America’s economic and social history.
No one can deny the status of Henry Ford in car history. When the first Ford Model T rolled off the assembly line in 1908, businessman Henry Ford transformed the car from a luxury attachment for the rich to an automobile product for the middle classes. The rush of cars into the community forced all levels of government to build new and better roads. Better roads fed the demand for larger, faster, more stylish vehicles, and a host of companies rushed to meet that demand.
If there was a first Golden Age of automobile, it may well have been the 1950s. It was an age of prosperity. Large, regular paychecks encouraged the public display of wealth through costly items such as new cars. Americans, moreover, needed those cars as they moved away from the cities into the suburbs, where such things as stores, jobs, and schools were seldom within walking distance. Cars became essential if people were to get to work or to the grocery store.
As Ac 1950s slipped into 1960s, it became apparent that these fashionable wheels were gas-consuming road cruisers, dangerous in an accident, and often full of faults. Under pressure from a variety of groins, the federal government required that newer models provide greater fuel efficiency and cleaner emissions. Seatbelts became standard equipment as well Rising fad prices in the 1970s, coupled with concern for the environment, made the smaller cars produced by foreign companies for European and Asian markets very popular.
The 1980s and 1990s saw an upswing in the popularity of big cars. New models including minivans and sport utility vehicles have become main products in auto dealers’ showrooms. Traffic jams on the roads have become part of the American way of life. In 1911 a horse could travel through rush-hour traffic in Los Angeles at 11 miles per hour. In 2000 a car covering the same territory at the same time of day moved at about 4 miles per hour. But perhaps that is not important. When a car is equipped with a telephone and television set, a computer, and global positioning satellite connections, it can feel just like home.
(Note: Answer the questions or complete the statements in NO MORE THAN TEN WORDS.)
小题1:___________________made Henry Ford well-known in car history.
小题2:That the car industry prospered in the 1950s in America resulted from ________.
小题3: Why were smaller cars once popular in the 1970s?
小题4: In today’s society, how can a car make people ignore traffic jams?
答案
小题2:(American’s) large, regular paychecks and living far away/ living in the suburbs
小题3:Because of the rising fuel price and the environmental concerns
小题4:By offering different /modern facilities for entertainment
解析
小题1:从文章第二段的:When the first Ford Model T rolled off the assembly line in 1908, businessman Henry Ford transformed the car from a luxury attachment for the rich to an automobile product for the middle classes. 得出Henry Ford把汽车从富人的奢侈品变成中等阶层的骑车产品,我们可以得出结论是Henry Ford’s turning a car from a luxury to an affordable product made him popular.
小题2:从第三段的:It was an age of prosperity. Large, regular paychecks encouraged the public display of wealth through costly items such as new cars. Americans, moreover, needed those cars as they moved away from the cities into the suburbs,说明美国汽车业的繁荣是源自美国人的固定的收入和住在偏远的郊区引起的。所以概括成(American’s) large, regular paychecks and living far away/ living in the suburbs。
小题3:从第三段的:Rising fad prices in the 1970s, coupled with concern for the environment, made the smaller cars produced by foreign companies for European and Asian markets very popular.说明小型汽车的普及是因为价格的上涨和对环境的担心。
小题4:第五段的这句:When a car is equipped with a telephone and television set, a computer, and global positioning satellite connections, it can feel just like home.说明为了让人们忽视交通堵塞可以提供些娱乐设备。
核心考点
试题【Read the passage carefully. Then answer the questions or complete the statements】;主要考察你对数词等知识点的理解。[详细]
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首先请阅读下列汽车广告的信息:
A Renault Menage: This luxury car provides a comfortable driving experience and is packed full of extras (GPS, electric seats, automatic park brake etc). But its powerful engine means you had better be prepared for a big fuel bill each week. Price: $ 85,000 | |
B Hyundai i20: Ideal for short journeys but lacks the power and comfort needed to make long-distance driving enjoyable. Still, at this price you can’t complain and you’ll be smiling when you have to fill up the tank too. Price: $8,000 | |
C Fiat 500: Although expensive, it will soon pay for itself with the money you save on petrol. It has the most efficient and cleanest petrol-powered engine currently available. Its size, easy handling and luxury interior make it ideal for city driving. Price: $ 35, 999 | |
D Land Rover Discovery: With seating for 7, this car is suitable for all driving conditions. It has the control needed for inner city driving and the power required for rough roads and carrying heavy loads. But it’s among the least fuel efficient vehicles in its class. Price: $ 51, 999 | |
E GM Transit: It packs an impressive amount of room inside. It steers nicely, is fuel efficient and has a commanding driving position. But the lack of rear side windows and a noisy interior limit its appeal as a people mover. Price: $ 22,499 | |
F Ford Wagon: With room for 12 passengers, it combines the toughness and power needed for long-distance journeys with all the comforts that will keep passengers satisfied. Its optional luggage roof racks also mean nothing will ever have to be left behind. Price: $42,000 |
小题1:Robert is a farmer in the countryside and wants a vehicle that can deal with do rough country-road conditions and is powerful enough to tow a trailer carrying animals and farm products to the city market.
小题2: James is starting a new delivery job and needs a vehicle big enough to store the packages that he will pick up each morning and deliver throughout the day. It should be reliable, affordable and economical to run on his city route.
小题3:Vaneasa is a lawyer who lives and works in the city. She currently has a large car that uses a lot of fuel. She thinks it’s too polluting so wants a car that’s environmentally friendly but still comfortable to drive.
小题4:John is a university student looking for an inexpensive car that’s cheap to run. He needs it mainly for getting to and from the university campus and also to his nearby part-tiles job.
小题5:Jill owns a tour guide company and wants a new vehicle that can be used to take travellers to see different sight and attractions. A typical tour group is made up of about 10 people so it must be big enough to take all of them plus their luggage.
W: Bobby, turn that TV off and set the table. Dinner is almost ready.
M: OK. I’ll be right down…
W: 1 Your father’s plane was delayed, so he won’t be home until after 10:00.
M: Aw, man! Why does he always have to travel so much? 2
W: I know. Your sister and I feel the same way, but this is the way it has to be right now.
M: 3
W: That’s because I work from home. 4 Your father is gone a lot, but he also makes good money.
M: Why doesn’t he work from home?
W: 5 If he stayed at home, how would he ever sell anything?
A. Yes. Father works too hard. B. But you never travel for your job. C. Dear, we’ll have to wait for your father. D. I feel like I never get to see him anymore. E. I guess I’m lucky, but there are disadvantages, too. F. Honey, there are only going to be three of us tonight. G. Well, working in sales means you have to be on the road a lot. |
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Dear Sir,
How are you? As an exchange student, I am writing to 小题1:_______
tell you I would prefer to move into a single room in next 小题2:_______
term, as I found it inconvenient to share a room with others. 小题3:_______
My roommate often holds parties at night, made much noise. 小题4:_______
Besides, his friends are always visiting him, that disturbs me 小题5:_______
a lot. So I hope to draw your attentions to this problem. If 小题6:_______
you think in my position, I am sure he will agree that the 小题7:_______
only solution for me is get a room of my own, one not in the 小题8:_______
same building and as near to the school campus as possible. 小题9:_______
I would be thankfully if you could do me the favor. 小题10:_______
Yours sincerely,
Li Ming
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首先阅读下列博客信息:
A.My name’s Marta and I’ m from Mexico City, but I moved to Los Angeles, California, five years ago, now I am living in an apartment at No.3178 SE Timmer Broadway.I am 28, single.I am a customer service representative for a large financial company.I am an outgoing person.I love to laugh and have fun! I enjoy cooking, dancing and listening to music.I don’t like watching or playing sports.You should be an outgoing, considerate lady with a good sense of humor, to share the apartment.Are you the one? Email and let’s have further talk.
B. My name’s Mark, and I’m from Hollywood, California.I’m a fitness instructor in Los Angeles.I am a friendly and easy-going person; I love playing sports-especially football and working out at the gym.I also play the guitar.My best friend David, who often has sports with me, went to Mexico last month.To avoid loneliness, I’d like very much to own a new friend who would share the fun of sports with me.I am longing.
C. My name’s Park Jun Seo, but you can call me Jun.I moved from Seoul Korea to Los Angeles two years ago.I am a graphic designer and I am looking for my younger brother, Lean Ban Seo, who might be in this city.As the story is too long, I just hope to find him and have my family reunited.He is lame at the right leg, 19 years old, 1.79 meters tall, with very big eyes and fair curly hair.With his picture of two years ago enclosed, I would be very appreciated if you have any information about that. Telephone me at 818-5789.
D. My name is Don and I am a programmer at a computer company.I have designed several pieces of software that can help students learn better, especially suitable for primary students who have some language disability to learn words and help them pronounce more correctly.If you think you need one, please fax to 857-4693. You can purchase by post.
E. My name is Mauricio, and I’m a computer programmer working in the Los Angeles area.I am kind of shy, but maybe you can help me to be more outgoing.I like cooking, playing computer games, and chatting with friends online.If you think you are the proper one to be my E-pal, let’s chat!
F. My name’s Judy and I’m from Quebec, Canada.I am a sales woman in one of the women underwear stores in Montreal.I’d like to have more visitors to my shop.And you can bargain for a reduction of 10% to 30%, if you purchase in package.Let’s be friends.
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小题1:I am a professional sportsman and work in the same city.I am so glad that I will have a good friend who can be the opponent to improve my techniques.E-mail me at bitterflower@yahoo.com
小题2:As a shop owner, I might drop in when I go downtown.But may I know your exact address? When is it convenient for a visit? Thank you!
小题3:God bless you! I’m a journalist and happened to read your brief story.A neighbor of mine looks exactly the same as the man in the picture you uploaded.This might be a chance in a million.Telephone me at 818-5690.
小题4:As a new comer and a freshman, I am looking for a room as close to my university as possible.I would like to have some friends, too.I think your place might be the right choice for me.But can I know how much the rent is?
小题5:I am a salesman from Paris.My first difficulty working in this city is language.I would appreciate it if you could help me learn English through the keyboard.
小题1: 毫无疑问,这幅画是属于张大千的。
_____________________________ this painting belongs to Zhang Daqian.
小题2: 随着时间的推移,我们学会了更多解决问题的方法。
_________________________, we have learned more ways to solve problems.
小题3: IOC 代表国际奥委会。但是老实说,我此前是不知道的。
IOC stands for International Olympic Committee. But _______________, I didn’t know it before.
小题4: 一见到他那张滑稽的脸,所有在场的人都大笑起来。
At sight of his funny face, all people present__________________________.
小题5:农讲所是广州的一个著名的文物,值得去参观一下。
The Peasant Movement Institute is a famous cultural relic of Guangzhou, which __________________.
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