全国大学生英语竞赛初赛试卷(C类)及答案

Conversation Two

11. Which drawing shows the position of the handle?

A. B. C.

12. What other product features are included?

A. A range of handle sizes. B. A variety of color combinations.

C. A set of rings for different-sized tins.

13. What’s the purpose of the V-clip?

A. To hold the paint brush so it drips in the can.

B. To prevent paint from getting onto the painted surfaces.

C. To prevent the brush drying out if the painter is interrupted.

14. Who will probably use the can-holder?

A. Artists. B. Decorators. C. Soldiers.

15. How much does the product cost?

A. ￡4. B. ￡5. C. $4.

Section C (5 marks)

In this section, you will hear five short news item. Each item will be read only once. After each item, there will be a pause. During the pause, read the question and the three choices marked A, B and C, and decide which is the best answer. Then mark the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the center.

16. What has prompted the new administration to review the Australia’s citizenship test?

A. It’s out of date. B. Higher immigration rates. C. Many applicants failing it.

17. Which train provides the easiest way to see Mount Fuji?

A. From Tokyo to Yokohama. B. From Osaka to Yokohama.

C. From Tokyo to Osaka.

18. How many U.N. employees were killed in 2007?

A. 17. B. 42. C. 59.

19. What have studies found out about severe pneumonia treatment?

A. No medication works in developing countries.

B. It can be effectively treated at home with oral antibiotics.

C. It can only be treated in the hospital with injectable antibiotics.

20. What was the bar’s business like before the smoking ban?

A. Almost empty every day. B. Usually crowded at midday.

C. Empty on Wednesdays.

Section D (10 marks)

In this section, you will hear a short passage. There are ten missing words or phrases. Fill in the blanks with the exact words you hear on the tape. Remember to write the answers on the Answer