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1、1大学英语四级考试考前热身试题三Part I Writing (30 minutes)Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write a short essay entitled Do we need an Animal Protection Law?. You should write at least 120 words according to the outline given below.1. 专家正拟制订动物保护法，有人赞成2. 也有人反对3. 我的看法Do we need an Animal Prote

2、ction Law? _Part II Reading Comprehension (Skimming and Scanning)(15 minutes)Directions: In this part, you will have 15 minutes to go over the passage quickly and answer the questions on Answer Sheet 1. For questions 1-7, choose the best answer from the four choices marked A, B, C and D. For questio

3、ns 8-10, complete the sentences with the information given in the passage.The Art of Public SpeakingIf you were to tape-record one of David Lettermans comedy routines, memorize it word for word, and stand up before your friends to recite it, would you get the same response Letterman does? Not very l

4、ikely. And why not? Because you would not deliver the jokes as Letterman does. Of course, the jokes are basically funny. But David Letterman brings something extra to the jokes his manner of presentation, his vocal inflections, his perfectly timed pauses, his facial expressions, his gestures. All th

5、ese are part of an expert delivery.No one expects your speech class to transform you into a multimillion-dollar talk show host. Still, this example demonstrates how important delivery can be to any public speaking situation. Even a common speech will be more effective if it is presented well, wherea

6、s a wonderfully written speech can be ruined by poor delivery.This does not mean dazzling delivery will turn a mindless string of nonsense into a triumphant oration. You cannot make a good speech without having something to say. But having something to say is not enough. You must also know how to sa

7、y it.What Is Good Delivery?Good delivery does not call attention to itself. It conveys the speakers ideas clearly, interestingly, and without distracting the audience. If you mumble (含糊地说) your words, gaze out the window, or talk in a dull tone, you will not get your message across. Nor will you be

8、effective if you show off, strike a dramatic pose, or shout in ringing tones. Most audiences prefer delivery that combines a certain degree of formality with the best attributes of good conversation directness, facial expressiveness, and a lively sense of communication.Speech delivery is an art, not

9、 a science. What works for one speaker may fail for another. And what succeeds with todays audience may not with tomorrows. You cannot become a skilled speaker just by following a set of 2rules in a textbook. In the long run, there is no substitute for experience. But take heart! A textbook can give

10、 you basic pointers to get you started in the right direction.Methods of DeliveryThere are four basic methods of delivering a speech:(1) reading from a manuscriptCertain speeches must be delivered word for word, according to a well-prepared manuscript. Examples include an engineers report to a profe

11、ssional meeting, or a presidents message to Congress. Absolute accuracy is essential. Every word of the speech will be analyzed by the press, by colleagues, perhaps by enemies. Timing may also be a factor in manuscript speeches. Much of todays political campaigning is done on radio and television. I

12、f the candidate buys a one-minute spot and pays a great deal of money for it, that one minute of speech must be just right.(2) reciting a memorized textAmong the feats of the legendary orators, none leaves us more in awe (敬畏) than their practice of presenting even the longest and most complex speech

13、es entirely from memory. Nowadays it is no longer customary to memorize any but the shortest of speeches toasts, introductions, and the like. If you are giving a speech of this kind and want to memorize it, by all means do so. However, be sure to memorize it so thoroughly that you will be able to co

14、ncentrate on communicating with the audience, not on trying to remember the words. Speakers who gaze at the ceiling or stare out the window trying to recall what they have memorized are no better off than those who read dully from a manuscript.(3) speaking impromptu (即兴的)An impromptu speech is deliv

15、ered with little or no immediate preparation. Few people choose to speak impromptu, but sometimes it cannot be avoided. In fact, many of the speeches you give in life will be impromptu. You might be called on suddenly to “say a few words” or, in the course of a class discussion, business meeting, or

16、 committee report, want to respond to a previous speaker.(4) speaking extemporaneously (即席的)In popular usage, “extemporaneous” means the same as “impromptu”. But technically the two are different. Unlike an impromptu speech, which is totally unexpected, an extemporaneous speech is carefully prepared

17、 and practiced in advance. In presenting the speech, the extemporaneous speaker uses only a set of brief notes or a speaking outline to jog the memory. The exact wording is chosen at the moment of delivery.This is not as hard as it sounds. Once you have your outline and know what topics you are goin

18、g to cover and in what order, you can begin to practice the speech. Every time you run through it, the wording will be slightly different. As you practice the speech over and over, the best way to present each part will emerge and stick in your mind.The Speakers VoiceWhatever the characteristics of

19、your voice, you can be sure it is unique. Because no two people are exactly the same physically, no two people have identical voices. This is why voiceprints (声波纹) are sometimes used in criminal trials as guides to personal identity. The human voice is produced by a complex series of steps that star

20、ts with the exhalation (呼气) of air from the lungs. As air is exhaled, it passes through the larynx (喉) to generate sound. This sound is then made louder and modified as it resonates (共振) through the throat, mouth, and nose. Finally, the resonated sound is shaped into specific sounds by the movement

21、of the tongue, lips, teeth, and roof of the mouth. The resulting sounds are combined to form words and sentences.Nonverbal CommunicationPosture, facial expression, gestures, eye contact all affect the way listeners respond to a speaker. How we use these and other body motions to communicate is the s

22、ubject of a fascinating area of study called kinesics (举止神态学). Studies have shown that in some situations these signals account for much of the meaning communicated by 3speakers.Answering Audiences QuestionsThe question-and-answer session is a common part of public speaking, whether the occasion is

23、a press conference, business presentation, public hearing, or classroom assignment. Depending on the situation, questioning may take place throughout the presentation, or it may be reserved until after the speaker has completed his or her remarks. In either case, an answer to a question is often the

24、 final word an audience hears and is likely to leave a lasting impression. Effective speakers recognize that the question period can be as important as the speech itself.1. Why wouldnt we get the same response as David Letterman if we recited his comedy routine?A We would not bring something extra t

25、o the jokes.B We would not deliver the jokes the way of Letterman.C Our manner of presentation is not part of an expert delivery.D We would not expect ourselves to be a multimillion-dollar talk show host.2. Making a good speech requires the speaker not only to have something to say but also to .A kn

26、ow how to say it B turn nonsense into triumphC write something wonderfully D know how to make himself public3. One feature of good delivery of a public speech is that _.A it calls audiences attention to speech itselfB it is presented in a ringing tone to attract the audienceC it presents the speaker

27、s idea in a clear and interesting wayD it effectively shows the speakers knowledge off4. Although textbooks can not take the place of in the long run, they are still important in improving speech delivery.A accepted rules B basic pointersC right direction D accumulated experience5. Who is more likel

28、y to deliver a word-for-word speech according to a manuscript with absolute accuracy?A An engineering reporting in a professional meeting. B A comedian hosting a program on TV.C A presidential candidate talking at home. D A teacher lecturing to the students in the hall.6. Thorough memorizing of the

29、speech will help the speaker _.A read every word faster in the manuscriptB memorize the most complex speeches in the worldC remind the audience of what they have memorizedD focus his attention on communicating with the audience7. Extemporaneous speech is different from impromptu speech in that _.A t

30、he exact wording in impromptu speech is chosen at the very moment of deliveryB extemporaneous speech requires careful preparation and practice beforehandC extemporaneous speech is totally unexpected and requires immediate preparationD impromptu speech only uses a speaking outline to jog the memory8.

31、 Voiceprints can be used in criminal trials as guides to personal identity because each persons voice is _.9. The way listeners respond to a speaker can also be affected by _ such as posture, facial expression, gestures and eye contact.10. The speakers answer to a listeners question will most probab

32、ly give the listener _.4Part III Listening Comprehension (35 minutes)Section ADirections: In this section, you will hear 8 short conversations and 2 long conversations. At the end of each conversation, one or more questions will be asked about what was said. Both the conversation and the questions w

33、ill be spoken only once. After each question there will be a pause. During the pause, you must read the four choices marked A, B, C and D, and decide which is the best answer. Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 2 with a single line through the centre.11. A Harry likes to sing old son

34、gs. B Harry wants to perform on the stage.C The rumors about Harry are unbelievable.D Its unusual to start singing at Harrys age.12. A His mother. B His girlfriend.C His teacher. D His boss.13. A She doesnt want to see the exhibit.B She hasnt gone to see that exhibit yet.C She prefers to go to the a

35、rt gallery rather than study.D She hopes that they will take some of the paintings away.14. A He didnt go to the interview. B He forgot about the interview.C He succeeded in the interview. D He was too nervous in the interview.15. A In a library. B At a bookstore.C In a printing shop. D In the resta

36、urant.16. A He didnt work hard at school.B He took a part-time job at school.C He had no interest in social work.D He had always been serious about study.17. A He is sure the new chef is better.B Hes going to see the new chef tonight.C He wonders whether the new chef is an improvement.D He hopes the

37、 new chef will stay longer than the old one did.18. A She thinks a car wouldnt be any faster.B She thinks they dont have to go to the concert.C She proposes to go to the concert by underground.D She believes that the mans brother should let them use the car.14. A He didnt go to the interview. B He f

38、orgot about the interview.Questions 19 to 22 are based on the conversation you have just heard.19. A The size of the campus. B The city bus system.C The length of time for each class. D The university bus system.20. A The entire campus. B Part of the campus.C The campus and the city. D Only the off-

39、campus areas.21. A Nothing. B Three dollars.C A few cents. D Fifty cents.22. A Red. B Green. C Yellow. D Blue.5Questions 23 to 25 are based on the conversation you have just heard.23. A It has so many buildings. B Its so large.C Its so hard to get familiar with. D Its easy to get around.24. A Work o

40、ut the layout of the campus.B Locate the Darwin Building on the map.C Attend their biology class.D Talking about their first impression of the university.25. A 9:30 B 10:00 C 10:15 D 11:00Section BDirections: In this section, you will hear 3 short passages. At the end of each passage, you will hear

41、some questions. Both the passage and the questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a question, you must choose the best answer from the four choices marked A, B, C and D. Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 2 with a single line through the centre.Passage OneQuestions 26 to 29

42、 are based on the passage you have just heard.26. A A social worker. B A fireman. C A teacher. D A gardener.27. A It means more duties than being a teacher.B It requires the mother to be well-educated.C It prevents the mother from working outside.D It takes more time than doing any other housework.2

43、8. A 66. B 71. C 80. D 90.29. A That housework is no easy job.B That the kitchen is hard to clean.C That a housewife needs to be paid for cleaning.D That her husband has no time to clean the kitchen.Passage TwoQuestions 30 to 32 are based on the passage you have just heard.30. A Marriage that contin

44、ues for many years without divorce.B Marriage that can easily end in divorce.C People will marry three or four times in one lifetime.D Divorced people dont stay single.31. A In modern society, peoples lives dont stay the same for very long.B They are not consistent.C Americans like to change partner

45、s.D They dont take marriage seriously.32. A Marriage is not popular in America because of too many divorces.B Eighty percent of divorced people still remarry in America.C In the new century, most American people will marry two or three times in one lifetime.D Americans rarely change their jobs and t

46、he places of living.Passage ThreeQuestions 33 to 35 are based on the passage you have just heard.33. A They are read on the computer screen.B They are published in European languages. C They are broadcast on television and the radio.6D They are designed in the form of small-sized books.34. A Languag

47、e learners. B Magazine collectors.C European journalists. D Professional travelers.35. A They are very easy to read. B They are cheap and popular.C They are translated into English. D They are convenient for the users.Section CDirections: In this section, you will hear a Passage Three times. When th

48、e passage is read for the first time, you should listen carefully for its general idea. When the passage is read for the second time, you are required to fill in the blanks numbered from 36 to 43 with the exact words you have just heard. For blanks numbered from 44 to 46 you are required to fill in the missing informatio