2011年12月考试大学英语（1）第一次作业

2011年12月考试大学（1）第一次作业 一、单项选择题（本大题共60分，共 60 小题，每小题 1 分） 1. It is a nice day to me. Why not ( ) for a picnic? A. go for B. go to C. go out D. go in 2. ( ) some mammals came to live in the sea is not known A. Which B. Since C. Although D. How 3. He was caught in a traffic jam and by the time he reached the airport his friend's plane ( ). A. has already taken off B. had already taken off C. has been taken off D. had been taken off 4. The essay requires perfecting. I’ll ( ) in half an hour. A. hand it over B. hand over it C. hand over D. have handed it over 5. A comment ( ) a nice day or a personal complaint about the rain is an easy way to break the ice. A. on B. to C. in D. for 6. The teacher told the student that light ( ) faster than sound. A. traveled B. travels C. travel D. has traveled 7. They will realize the importance of environmental protection ( ). A. for or against B. ups and downs C. sooner or later D. here and there 8. On the way to the airport, the driver told me( ). A. he is lost B. he was lost C. he lost D. he loses 9. If you cannot go, he'll go ( ) you. A. instead on B. instead of C. instead with D. instead to 10. Would you please tell me( )? A. where is the manager’s office? B. where the manager’s office is? C. the manager’s office is where? D. how can I find the manager’s office. 11. The number of the visitors, ( ) we had expected, was well over two hundred. A. that B. where C. who D. as 12. . It’s raining as far east ( ) Detroit and Toronto. A. as B. to C. for D. so 13. He was caught in a traffic jam and by the time he reached the airport his friend's plane ( ). A. has already taken off B. had already taken off C. has been taken off D. had been taken off 14. ( ) I walked around the deck, I’d frequently stop and write in my journal. A. For B. As C. Since D. However 15. Go straight for about ten minutes and you can see it ( ) the left side. A. at B. in C. on D. from 16. ( ), how can I get to the Kodak company? A. I'm sorry B. Please tell me C. Well D. Excuse me 17. Would you please present the project ( ) A. report B. print C. write D. record 18. It looks ( )that rain is going to continue through the weekend. A. like B. as C. if D. whether 19. ( ) I had time, I would have gone over to see her. A. Did B. Were C. Had D. If 20. To him, family is of the greatest ( ). A. important B. importance C. necessary D. necessity 21. When talking about fruits, I prefer banana ( ) apple. A. over B. of C. at D. to 22. It looks ( )that rain is going to continue through the weekend. A. like B. as C. if D. whether 23. The pants are too ( )( ) for me. I’d like some loose ones. A. short B. close C. tight D. narrow 24. There are many misunderstandings about American Indian names. Crazy Horses, for example, was given to a man because he was courageous, not because he was mad. Indian families had no last names. The Sioux Indians give individuals three or four names. The first name was given at birth. It showed the order of a birth into the family. Wenonah, for instance, meant “firstborn daughter”. The second name, the honor name, was given to the child by a medicine man (有法术之人). It usually referred to the fine character of good deeds of one of the child’s ancestors (祖先). When he grew up, the person was expected to live up to this name. Otherwise, the person might not be called by it. The third name was the nickname. It usually referred to something odd (临时的) that the person had done. It was hardly ever flattering. The fourth name came the deed name. It was give n by a war chief after the person accomplished some good or extraordinary bravery. The name might be that of a fear –– inspiring animal such as Bear or Buffalo or that of a noble bird, such as Eagle, Hawk or Owl. A. Parent. B. Medicine man. C. War chief. D. School teacher. 25. Don’t worry. It is a ( ) injury, not serious. A. light B. flight C. slight D. eight 26. I've ( ) hard this morning and I'm really hungry. A. work B. working C. be working D. been working 27. Between 1886 and 1914, Canada received over two million immigrants. The majority of them were from Eastern Europe. The government welcomed these people by offering them free farmland in the West. However, Canada immigration policy was not equal for Asian immigrants. The Canadian government passed two laws to prevent Chinese immigration. In 1885, the Canadian government passed the first law to prevent Chinese immigration. The law forced every Chinese person entering Canada to pay a $50 entry fee. The government introduced this head tax to satisfy Caucasian(高加索人) laborers who felt that Chinese immigrants were competing for their jobs. The head tax was a burden for Chinese immigrants, but it did not prevent them from coming to Canada. For many of these poor Chinese laborers, they could earn more money there than in China. They were willing to borrow the money to pay for the overseas trip and the head tax. The Canadian government raised the head tax to $100 in 1900, then to $500 in 1903. The Canadian government passed its most restrictive immigration law in 1923. That year, the Chinese Immigration Act prevented all Chinese except officers, merchants, and students from entering Canada. The Act was the result of pressure from anti-Asian groups. These groups felt that the head tax was insufficient because Chinese laborers were still coming to Canada. The law effectively stopped Chinese immigration from 1923 to 1947. During the 24-year period, only 44 Chinese entered Canada officially. A. 1885 B. 1900 C. 1903 D. 1923 28. I don't think that I shall fail. But if I ( ), I would try again. A. should fail B. would fail C. failed D. had failed 29. There are many misunderstandings about American Indian names. Crazy Horses, for example, was given to a man because he was courageous, not because he was mad. Indian families had no last names. The Sioux Indians give individuals three or four names. The first name was given at birth. It showed the order of a birth into the family. Wenonah, for instance, meant “firstborn daughter”. The second name, the honor name, was given to the child by a medicine man (有法术之人). It usually referred to the fine character of good deeds of one of the child’s ancestors (祖先). When he grew up, the person was expected to live up to this name. Otherwise, the person might not be called by it. The third name was the nickname. It usually referred to something odd (临时的) that the person had done. It was hardly ever flattering. The fourth name came the deed name. It was give n by a war chief after the person accomplished some good or extraordinary bravery. The name might be that of a fear –– inspiring animal such as Bear or Buffalo or that of a noble bird, such as Eagle, Hawk or Owl. A. misunderstandings about American Indian names, B. the way American Indians are named, C. American Indian family names D. the number of American Indian names 30. There are many misunderstandings about American Indian names. Crazy Horses, for example, was given to a man because he was courageous, not because he was mad. Indian families had no last names. The Sioux Indians give individuals three or four names. The first name was given at birth. It showed the order of a birth into the family. Wenonah, for instance, meant “firstborn daughter”. The second name, the honor name, was given to the child by a medicine man (有法术之人). It usually referred to the fine character of good deeds of one of the child’s ancestors (祖先). When he grew up, the person was expected to live up to this name. Otherwise, the person might not be called by it. The third name was the nickname. It usually referred to something odd (临时的) that the person had done. It was hardly ever flattering. The fourth name came the deed name. It was give n by a war chief after the person accomplished some good or extraordinary bravery. The name might be that of a fear –– inspiring animal such as Bear or Buffalo or that of a noble bird, such as Eagle, Hawk or Owl. A. First name B. Nickname. C. Honor name. D. Last name. 31. —Someone took my book. —Well, I didn't and ( ). A. nor did Jack B. nor Jack did C. Jack did nor D. Jack nor did 32. He will be punished ( ) he does his work. A. unless B. if C. for D. because 33. Simply saying “hi” is an ( )greeting. A. informal B. formal C. inform D. form 34. ( ) had they heard the news ( ) they rushed out of the classroom. A. Hardly when B. Hardly than C. Scarcely than D. No sooner,，when 35. The movie was very boring and only ( ) people finished it. A. few B. little C. a few D. a little 36. I don’t know ( ). A. what does this word mean B. what this word means C. what kind of a meaning is this word D. that is this word means 37. Congratulations on your being named this year’s Outstanding Manager. ( ) A. 独特的 B. 最高的 C. 优秀的 D. 外出的 38. My American friend knows my problem because I ( ) my ideas with him. A. have changed B. changed C. have exchanged D. exchanged 39. The subway is much ( )than the bus. A. more faster B. less faster C. less fast D. faster 40. We are having a ( ) technical problem with one of our engines. A. light B. slight C. bright D. slim 41. ( ) I am well again, I can go on with the expedition. A. In that B. Now that C. Because D. That 42. Between 1886 and 1914, Canada received over two million immigrants. The majority of them were from Eastern Europe. The government welcomed these people by offering them free farmland in the West. However, Canada immigration policy was not equal for Asian immigrants. The Canadian government passed two laws to prevent Chinese immigration. In 1885, the Canadian government passed the first law to prevent Chinese immigration. The law forced every Chinese person entering Canada to pay a $50 entry fee. The government introduced this head tax to satisfy Caucasian(高加索人) laborers who felt that Chinese immigrants were competing for their jobs. The head tax was a burden for Chinese immigrants, but it did not prevent them from coming to Canada. For many of these poor Chinese laborers, they could earn more money there than in China. They were willing to borrow the money to pay for the overseas trip and the head tax. The Canadian government raised the head tax to $100 in 1900, then to $500 in 1903. The Canadian government passed its most restrictive immigration law in 1923. That year, the Chinese Immigration Act prevented all Chinese except officers, merchants, and students from entering Canada. The Act was the result of pressure from anti-Asian groups. These groups felt that the head tax was insufficient because Chinese laborers were still coming to Canada. The law effectively stopped Chinese immigration from 1923 to 1947. During the 24-year period, only 44 Chinese entered Canada officially. A. strict B. serious C. limitation D. determinative 43. Were it be rainy tomorrow, we ( ) the activities. A. will cancel B. would cancel C. had cancelled D. cancel 44. The more attention you put in your study, ( ) the study will be. A. more easier B. the more easier C. the easier D. easier as 45. If you refuse my suggestion, you will regret( ). A. sooner or later B. now and then C. time and time D. in or out 46. It is in this university ( ) Prof. Jackson established his famous theory. A. which B. that C. where D. what 47. Such man ( ) heard form him praised him. A. as B. who C. that D. whom 48. Could you ( ) the volume. I can’t bear the noise. A. turn up B. turn down C. turn on D. turn off 49. Between 1886 and 1914, Canada received over two million immigrants. The majority of them were from Eastern Europe. The government welcomed these people by offering them free farmland in the West. However, Canada immigration policy was not equal for Asian immigrants. The Canadian government passed two laws to prevent Chinese immigration. In 1885, the Canadian government passed the first law to prevent Chinese immigration. The law forced every Chinese person entering Canada to pay a $50 entry fee. The government introduced this head tax to satisfy Caucasian(高加索人) laborers who felt that Chinese immigrants were competing for their jobs. The head tax was a burden for Chinese immigrants, but it did not prevent them from coming to Canada. For many of these poor Chinese laborers, they could earn more money there than in China. They were willing to borrow the money to pay for the overseas trip and the head tax. The Canadian government raised the head tax to $100 in 1900, then to $500 in 1903. The Canadian government passed its most restrictive immigration law in 1923. That year, the Chinese Immigration Act prevented all Chinese except officers, merchants, and students from entering Canada. The Act was the result of pressure from anti-Asian groups. These groups felt that the head tax was insufficient because Chinese laborers were still coming to Canada. The law effectively stopped Chinese immigration from 1923 to 1947. During the 24-year period, only 44 Chinese entered Canada officially. A. The Dangers of Chinese immigrants in Canada B. The Development of Chinese Immigration Laws in Canada C. Job Opportunities During the Early 19th Century D. The Activities of Chinese Workers in Canada 50. I’d better check in my luggage quickly ( ) I’d miss my flight. A. and B. so C. or D. to 51. Congratulations ( ) your being named this year’s Outstanding Student. A. for B. of C. on D. at 52. The man took ( ). A. two bottles of beer and a chocolate. B. two bottle of beer and a chocolate. C. two bottles of beer and a piece of chocolate. D. two bottle of beers and a piece of chocolate. 53. I don’t know how to express my thanks. -- ( ) A. it’s my pressure B. The pleasure is mine. C. Nice to meet. D. No, not. 54. Sometimes I’m very ( ) and never change my mind. A. strange B. kind C. stubborn D. intelligent 55. After exchanging a few words about the weather, they ( ) business matters. A. turn to B. turn in C. turn back to D. turn over 56. We are ( )by his funny story. A. shocked B. scared C. amazed D. amused 57. Look at the muddy road here. It ( )( ) last night. A. could have rained B. must have rained C. would have rained D. should have rained 58. Please take good care of yourself. We wish you a quick( ). A. discovery B. return C. turn D. recovery 59. There are many misunderstandings about American Indian names. Crazy Horses, for example, was given to a man because he was courageous, not because he was mad. Indian families had no last names. The Sioux Indians give individuals three or four names. The first name was given at birth. It showed the order of a birth into the family. Wenonah, for instance, meant “firstborn daughter”. The second name, the honor name, was given to the child by a medicine man (有法术之人). It usually referred to the fine character of good deeds of one of the child’s ancestors (祖先). When he grew up, the person was expected to live up to this name. Otherwise, the person might not be called by it. The third name was the nickname. It usually referred to something odd (临时的) that the person had done. It was hardly ever flattering. The fourth name came the deed name. It was give n by a war chief after the person accomplished some good or extraordinary bravery. The name might be that of a fear –– inspiring animal such as Bear or Buffalo or that of a noble bird, such as Eagle, Hawk or Owl. A. if he could put the meaning of this name into practice, B. if his appearance would be like his ancestor’s, C. only when he grew up D. when he satisfied the medicine man 60. These good shoes are a real ( ) at such a low price. A. bargain B. product C. profit D. production 二、阅读理解单项选择题（本大题共40分，共 4 小题，每小题 10 分） 1. Country music is an American popular-music style. In its current form, country music is a combination of two separate musical traditions: the styles of the Southeastern states and the music of the Southwest, especially Texas. Both styles influenced and were influenced by the blues and by black rural dance music. The first country artists to be widely known achieved popularity in the late 1920s. The music of these performers was heard throughout the south during the 1920s and ''30s on radio programs. By the 1950s, country music had become a significant force in pop music. Regular appearances on the radio show made stars of many performers. The singer-songwriter Hank Williams wrote four million-seller songs in 1950, seven in 1951, and four more in 1953. By the 1970s, some country musicians began combining country music with electric instruments, creating a country rock sound.(1). What does “Both styles” in Paragraph 1 refer to? ( ) A. Country music style and the musical style of the Southeastern states. B. The musical styles of the Southwestern states and the Southeastern states. C. The Southwestern musical style and Texas musical style. D. The styles of blues and the black rural dance music (2). Country music was not really an important pop music until ( ) A. 1920s B. 1930s C. 1940s D. 1950s (3). Hank Williams ( ) in 1951 A. wrote seven million songs B. sold seven million copies of his songs C. wrote seven songs D. sold seven million copies of his seven songs (4). Electric instruments add to country music a style of ( ) A. rock music B. blues C. black music D. Southern music (5). What do you think can be a proper title of this passage? ( A. Hank Williams, A Great Singer and Songwriter B. The Influence of Blues and Black Music C. A Brief Introduction to Country Music D. Country Music Combined With Electric Instruments 2. Almost every family buys at least one copy of a newspaper every day. Some people subscribe to as many as two or three different newspapers. But why do people read newspapers? Five hundred years ago, news of important happenings — battles lost and won, kings or rulers overthrown or killed — took months and even years to travel from one country to another. The news passed by word of mouth and was never accurate. Today we can read in our newspapers of important events that occur in faraway countries on the same day they happen. Apart from supplying news from all over the world, newspapers give us a lot of other useful information. There are weather reports, radio, television and film guides, book reviews, stories, and, of course, advertisements. There are all sorts of advertisements. The bigger ones are put in by large companies to bring attention to their products. They pay the newspapers thousands of dollars for their advertising space, but it is worth the money, for news of their products goes into almost every home in the country. For those who produce newspapers, advertisements are also important. Money earned from advertisements makes it possible for them to sell their newspapers at a low price and still make a profit.(1). The habit of reading newspapers is ( ) A. widespread B. found among a few families C. not popular D. uncommon (2). In the past, news was ( ) A. sent by telegraph B. sent by letter C. assed from one person to another D. sent by telephone (3). The money spent on advertisements is ( ) A. wasted B. not much C. worthwhile D. of no use to anyone (4). Which of the following statements is not true? ( ) A. Five hundred years ago news did not take a long time to reach other countries. B. Large companies put big advertisements in the newspapers to make their products known. C. The news that we need in our newspapers is up-to-date. D. Though the newspapers are sold at a low price, their owners still gain profit. (5). The phrase “subscribe to” in the second sentence means ( ). A. contribute to B. write to C. pay for receiving D. appreciate 3. Tokyo: Three snakes, whose poison could kill a person in ten minutes, are guarding a blue star sapphire ( 蓝宝石 ) worth nearly six hundred thousand dollars at a Japanese exhibition of jewels sent from an Indian museum. "Normally it would be forbidden to let these poisonous snakes guard exhibition objects, but it''s different this time because the jewels are bei