or a den, if one was available; otherwise, it was “the shop,” “the basement,” or sometimes only a workbench or the garage. American women who want to be alone can go to the bedroom and close the door. The closed door is the sign meaning “Do not disturb” or “I’m angry.” An American is available if his door is open at home or at his office. He is expected not to shut himself off but to maintain himself in a state of constant readiness to answer the demands of others. Closed doors are for conferences, private conversations, and business, work that requires concentration, study, resting, sleeping, dressing, etc. 西南大学网络与继续教育学院课程考试试题卷 类别：网教 专业：英语/英语教育/应用英语 2016年 12 月 课程名称【编号】： 高级英语一 【0848】 A卷 大作业 满分：100 分 Exercise 1 E-C Translation (1x30=30) Passage 3 (From Unit 15) The race will intensify year by year — with far-reaching impacts on society. Who “owns” the bottom of the ocean and the marine life that covers it? As ocean mining becomes feasible and economically advantageous, we can expect the resource balance among nations to shift. The Japanese already extract 10,000,000 tons of coal each year from underwater mines; tin is already being ocean-mined by Malaysia, Indonesia and Thailand. Before long nations may go to war over patches of ocean bottom. We may also find sharp changes in the rate of industrialization of what are now resource-poor nations. Choose any one of the following passages and then translate it into Chinese. Passage 1 (From Unit 1) Failure is a better teacher than success since success always encourages repetition of old behavior whereas failure can prompt fresh thinking, a change of direction. After twelve years of studying ballet a friend Exercise 2 Skimming and Scanning (10x3=30) of mine applied to join a professional company. She was turned down. “Would further training help?” she In this part, you are required to go over the passage quickly. asked. The ballet master shook his head. “You will never be a dancer,” he said. “You haven’t the body for it.” For questions 1-7, choose the best answer from the four choices marked A, B, C and D. In such cases, the way to use failure is to face the reality (face the music) courageously, asking “What have I For questions 8-10, complete the sentences with the information given in the passage. left? What else can I do?” My friend put away her toe shoes and moved into dance therapy, a field where she’s both competent and useful. 1. What is the top reason Americans travel in the summertime? ( C ) 1. I choose the passage 1; 2. 3. A. School is over. C. Summer is the season to travel. Every year, most companies ____D___. A. require a business trip C. have employees travel together A. their family members C. their own property ____C___. A. good accommodation C. a soft bed A. guard against unwelcome visitors C. lower blood pressure B. some well-served food D. delicious Chinese meals B. catch unwanted mice D. keep company B. insist that workers commute D. provide a vacation for workers B. very common things D. very usual things B. They think they deserve a rest. D. The weather is great. 失败是一个更好的老师，而不是成功，因为成功总是鼓励重复旧的行为，而失败可以促使新鲜的思维，方向的变化。经过十二年的学习芭蕾我的一个朋友申请加入一个专业公司。她被拒绝了。“会进一步培训帮助吗？“她问。这个芭蕾舞大师摇了摇头。“你永远不会成为一个舞者，”他说。在这种情况下，使用失败的方法是勇敢地面对现实（面对音乐），问：“我离开了什么？”我还能做什么呢？我的朋友把她的脚趾鞋，并转移到舞蹈治疗，一个领域，她既有能力和有用的。 Many Americans treat their pets as __A_____. 4. According to the passage, some fancy hotels could provide for your pets the following EXCEPT Passage 2 (From Unit 5) 5. The middle-class American growing up in the United States feels he has a right to have his own room, or at least part of a room. My American subjects, when asked to draw an ideal room or office, invariably drew it for themselves and no one else. When asked to draw their present room or office, they drew only their own 6. part of a shared room and then drew a line down the middle. Both male and female subjects identified the kitchen and the master bedroom as belonging to the mother or the wife, whereas Father’s territory was a study - 1 - It’s discovered that interaction with pet animals is good for health as they can help to ____C___. Pet can encourage social relationship by ____D___. A. acting as basic element to American culture B. providing a subject for chatting C. becoming members for the family D. having a friendly appearance 7. 8. Traditionally, if a young man wants to get married to his girlfriend he is supposed to _D___. A. propose to his friend at the right time B. ask his girlfriend to marry him in a romantic way C. get the permission of his girlfriend’s mother D. get the permission of his girlfriend’s father unwelcome visitors. Cats can help rid the home of unwanted mice. Little creatures of all shapes and sizes can provide friendship and love. In many cases, having a pet prepares a young couple for the responsibilities of parenthood. Pets even encourage social relationships: they give their owners an appearance of friendliness, and Pets are as basic to American culture as hot dogs or apple pie. To Americans, pets are not just property, The counseling during engagement can prepare a couple for _The challenge of married they provide a good subject of conversation. life__________. wears formal suit___________. 10. When the bride and groom begin to exchange their rings, it is a symbol of their ___ending________. 9. During the ceremony the bride usually wears a beautiful, long white wedding dress while the groom but a part of the family. Marriage “I do.” To Americans, these two words carry great meaning. They can even change your life, especially if you say them at your own wedding. Making wedding promises is like signing a contract. Now Americans don’t really think marriage is a business deal. But marriage is a serious business. It all begins with engagement. Traditionally, a young man asks the father of his sweetheart for permission A Few Aspects of American Life Travel It’s summertime. For many Americans, this is the season to travel. Why? Because school is over and the to marry her. If the father agrees, the man later proposes to her. Often he tries to surprise her by asking her to weather is great. And most of all, they believe they deserve a break. When Americans take a break, they often marry him in a romantic way. head for their favorite vacation spot. Sometimes the couple just decides together that the time is right to get married. They may be engaged for Throughout their history, Americans have been people on the move. The early immigrants had to travel to weeks, months or even years. As the big approaches, bridal showers and bachelor’s parties provide many gifts. get to the New World. Once they arrived, they settled along the East Coast. But they weren’t content to stay Today many couples also receive counseling during engagement. This prepares them for the challenges of here. Explorers and traders journeyed to the unknown western territories. Later, settlers moved west to develop married life. new areas. As a result of this west movement, Americans eventually occupied the whole continent—from the At last it’s time for the wedding. Although most weddings follow long-held traditions, there’s still room Atlantic to the Pacific. Even today, Americans seem unable to stay put. Research says that average American for individualism. For example, the usual place for a wedding is in a church. But some people get married moves every five years. outdoors. A few even have the ceremony while skydiving or riding on horseback! The couple may invite Americans are used to traveling. Some people make long-distance commuting to work daily. Their jobs hundreds of people or just a few close friends. They choose their own style of colors, decorations and music may even require them to take frequent business trips. Most companies provide an annual vacation for their during the ceremony. But some things rarely change. The bride usually wears a beautiful, long white wedding employees, and people often use that time to travel. Some people just visit friend or relatives in distant states. dress. She traditionally wears “something old, something new, something borrowed and something blue”. The Some go on low-budget weekend trips and stay in economy motels. Those with more expensive tastes choose groom wears a formal suit. Relatives and close friends participate in the ceremony. luxurious hotels. Camping out in the great outdoors appeals to adventurous types. Some travel in recreational As the ceremony begins, the groom stands with the minister, facing the audience. Music signals the vehicles to camp out in comfort, while others “rough it” by sleeping in tents. Families often plan their trips entrance of the beautiful bride. Nervously, the young couple repeats their promises. Traditionally, they promise with the kids in mind. More and more “family friendly” hotels offer special programs for children. Pet to love each other “for better, for worse, for richer, for poorer, in sickness and in health”. But sometimes the couple composes their own promises. They give each other a gold ring as a symbol of their marriage promise. Americans love pets. Many pet owners treat their pets as a part of the family. You might say Americans Finally the minister announces the big moment: “I now pronounce you man and wife. You may kiss your treat their pets like they treat their children—sometimes even better. bride!” In America, there are more households with pets than those with children. At least 43 percent of US homes have pets of some sort. Usual creatures, such as monkeys, snakes and even wolves, find a home with some Americans. More common pets include fish, mice and birds. But the all-time favorites are cats and dogs, even at the White House. Americans sometimes have strong feelings about whether dogs or cats make better pets. “Dog people” and “cat people” often enjoy friendly competition. Many grocery stores in America sell pet foods. Pets can even accompany their owners on vacation. Fancy hotels are beginning to accommodate both man and animal. Animal guests at Four Seasons Hotels can enjoy delicious meals served on fine china and sleep in soft beds. The average American enjoys having pets around, and for good reason. Researchers have discovered that interacting with animals lowers a person’s blood pressure. Dogs can offer protection from robbers and - 2 - Exercise 3 Writing (1x40=40) Write a composition of about 200 words on any one of the following topics: The Influences of Mobile Phone My Views on Wealth All Roads Lead to Rome You are to write in three paragraphs. In the first paragraph, state clearly what your view is. In the second paragraph, support your view with details. In the last paragraph, bring what you have written to a natural conclusion with a summary or suggestion. Marks will be awarded for content, organization, grammar and appropriateness. Failure to follow the instructions may result in a loss of marks. The Influences of Mobile Phone Wherever you are, you can see many people equipped with mobile phones. It seems that the world becomes smaller nowadays. You could be found wherever you are so long as you take the mobile phone with you. Some people consider the mobile phone necessary and useful to them, while others may dislike it. People who like the mobile phone are much more concerned about its advantages. It is convenient, for you can connect others easily and quickly. You don' t have to wait for an important call at home all day long. The youth of today send messages, surf on the net, listen to music and even take photos by using the mobile phone.People find it advanced for its attractive functions. In some countries, it even stands for a person' s status. However, some people don' t like it. Imagine that you go to spend your holiday with your family after days of busy and tiresome work,when you lay on the beach comfortably, your phone rings. Then you have to go back to your office only to find an unimportant customer waiting for you. At that moment, you may even want to throw your phone away, for you just want to relax and get rid of your work. However, whether you like the mobile phone or not, it has already affected our lives and played an important role in the history of human beings. - 3 -