高等学校英语应用能力考试（B级）
2016年06月
Part I Listening Comprehension
(25 minutes)
Directions: This part is to test your listening ability. It consists of 4 sections.
Section A
Directions: This section is to test your ability to give proper responses. There are 7 recorded
questions in it. After each question, there is a pause. The questions will be spoken two times. When you hear a question, you should decide on the correct answer from the 4 choices marked A), B), C) and D) given in your test paper. Then you should mark the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the center.
Example: You will hear: Mr. Smith is not in. Would you like to leave him a message?
You will read: A) I’m not sure. B) You’re right.
C) Yes’s, certainly. D) That’s interesting.
From the question we learn that the speaker is asking the listener to leave a message. Therefore, C) Yes, certainly is the correct answer. You should mark C) on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the center.
[A] [B] [C] [D]
Now the test will begin.
1. A) See you later. B) In July. C) Hurry up. D) Not too bad. 2. A) No, I didn’t. B) He’s fine. C) You are right. D) No worry. 3. A) I don’t think so. B) Very good. C) Of course not. D) Not at all. 4. A) Never mind. B) Take care. C) Here it is. D) This way, please. 5. A) Yes, I am. B) OK. C) Take it easy. D) Go ahead. 6. A) Certainly. B) Mind the steps. C) Fine, thanks. D) Well done. 7. A) No, thanks. B) You’re welcome. C) Here you are. D) Economy class.
Section B
Directions: This section is to test your ability to understand short dialogues. There are 7 recorded
dialogues in it. After each dialogue, there is a recorded question. Both the dialogues and questions will be spoken two times. When you hear a question, you should decide on the correct answer from the 4 choices marked A), B), C) and D) given in your test paper. Then you should mark the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet
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with a single line through the center. Now listen to the dialogues.
8. A) The party. B) The exhibition. C) The holiday. D) The interview. 9. A) This afternoon B) Tonight. C) Right now. D) Tomorrow. 10. A) Buy a gift. B) Send a parcel. C) Book a ticket. D) Rent an apartment. 11. A) He missed the bus. B) He got lost.
C) His car broke down. D) His bicycle was stolen. 12. A) Buy the new software. B) Ask Jack for help.
C) Stop using the software. D) Help the woman. 13. A) He is the new manager. B) He is away on business.
C) He is on sick leave. D) He is retired. 14. A) Ask his parents for help. B) Start to save money.
C) Borrow money from his friends. D) Get a loan from the bank.
Section C
Directions: In this section, there are 2 recorded conversations. After each conversation, there are
some recorded questions. Both the conversations and questions will be spoken two times. When you hear a question, you should decide on the correct answer from the 4 choices marked A), B), C) and D) given in your test paper. Then you should mark the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the center Now listen to the conversations.
Conversation 1
15. A) She had a traffic accident. B) She drove too fast.
C) She ran the red light. D) She drove drunk. 16. A) Her credit card. B) Her passport.
C) Her insurance policy. D) Her driving license.
Conversation 2 17. A) IT engineer. B) Sales manager. C) Computer programmer. D) Office secretary. 18. A) A food company. B) A shipping company.
C) An IT company. D) An auto company. 19. A) Next Monday. B) This Thursday.
C) This month. D) Next month. Section D
Directions: In this section you will hear a recorded short passage. The passage is printed in the
test paper, but with some words or phrases missing. The passage will be read three times. During the second reading, you are required to put the missing words or phrases on the Answer Sheet in order of the numbered blanks according to what you
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hear. The third reading is for you to check your writing. Now the passage will begin.
Ladies and gentlemen, good afternoon. First of all, let me 20 to you for coming to the opening ceremony of our new branch office.
This branch is the 25th office we have 21 so far. We are very happy that we have finally opened a branch in this city. This branch, we believe, will help 22 the local economy. And our company will in turn benefit from doing business here. We promise that we will provide the 23 to our customers. And, of course, we need your 24 and cooperation.
Part II Vocabulary & Structure (10 minutes)
Directions: This part is to test your ability to construct correct and meaningful sentences. It
consists of 2 sections.
Section A
Directions: In this section, there are 10 incomplete sentences. You are required to complete each
one by deciding on the most appropriate word or words from the 4 choices marked A), B), C) and D). Then you should mark the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the center.
25. When I changed my job, I had to _______ to another apartment.
A) gather B) post C) master D) move
26. We are looking for a secretary _______ speaks Chinese fluently.
A) who B) which C) whom D) whose
27. This record will help your safety officer _______ what the problem is.
A) bring up B) put on C) find out D) take in
28. The more you concentrate on training, _______ the results will be.
A) good B) better C) the better D) the best
29. This workshop is to cope _______ the challenges we have faced worldwide.
A) at B) with C) of D) in
30. The traditional stores have found it difficult to _______ with online shops recently.
A) argue B) begin C) meet D) compete
31. According to the report, the local economy had ________ rapid growth over that period.
A) practiced B) experienced C) controlled D) connected
32. ________ the website in Chinese, there is an English version provided.
A) In addition to B) As a result of
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C) On behalf of D) For the purpose of
33. Last year some additional measures ________ to protect customers’ personal information by
our company. A) are taken B) were taken C) have been taken D) will be taken
34. Sales have shown some improvement ________ we launched the new product last year.
A) until B) unless C) since D) although Section B
Directions: There are 5 incomplete statements here. You should fill in each blank with the proper
form of the word given in brackets. Write the word or words in the corresponding space on the Answer Sheet.
35. Be (care) ________ while crossing the roads and remember that they drive on the left in
England.
36. The new suitcase at the exhibition (design) ________ by a Chinese company.
37. The related information can help you to operate the machine (efficient) ________.
38. The project is still under (discuss) ________, and practical solutions are expected to be found. 39. According to the report, the North American health market (grow) ________ at a rate of
about 7.4% in 2017.
Part III Reading Comprehension (35 minutes)
Directions: This part is to test your reading ability. There are 5 tasks for you to fulfill. You should
read the reading materials carefully and do the tasks as you are instructed.
Task l
Directions: After reading the following passage, you will find 5 questions or unfinished statements,
numbered 40 to 44. For each question or statement, there are 4 choices marked A), B), C) and D). You should make the correct choice and mark the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the center.
Volunteering gives you the opportunity to practice important skills used in the workplace. If you’re considering a new career, volunteering can help you get experience in your area of interest and meet people in the field.
You might feel more comfortable stretching your wings at work once you’ve gained these skills in a volunteer position.
Volunteering offers you the chance to try out a new career without making a long-term effort. It is also a great way to gain experience in a new field. You can volunteer directly at an organization that does the kind of work you’re interested in. Your volunteer work might also introduce you to professional organizations that could be of benefit to your career.
Volunteer work is unpaid, but this does not mean the skills you learn are basic. Many
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volunteering opportunities provide a wide range of training. Volunteering can also help you build upon skills you already have and use them to benefit the greater community. For instance, if you hold a successful sales position, you can further develop and improve your public speaking, communication, and marketing skills.
40. If you take volunteer work, you have a chance to ________.
A) get promoted in your current job B) practice skills needed for your work C) become familiar with your workplace D) work with people from different areas
41. By saying “stretching your wings at work” (Para. 2), the author means “________”.
A) reducing your work time B) getting pay raise more easily C) making full use of your abilities D) avoiding making similar mistakes 42. Volunteering can also offer you a chance to ________.
A) gain experience in a new career B) become an organization member C) get professional certificates D) be accepted by a big firm
43. The skills you gain from a sales position in volunteering can help you develop ________.
A) management skills B) marketing skills C) leadership skills D) computer skills 44. The best title of the passage might be ________.
A) Volunteering Being Encouraged B) Volunteering: A Must in Social Life C) Volunteering Does Benefit Your Career D) Volunteering to Improve Learning Abilities Task 2
Directions: The following is a poster. After reading it, you will find 3 questions or unfinished
statements, numbered 45 to 47. For each question or statement there are 4 choices marked A), B), C) and D). You should make the correct choice and mark the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the center.
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Notes:
Participant参加者 register登记、注册
45. How long does the Operation JumpStart short course last?
A) Two days. B) Three days. C) Four days. D) Five days. 46. The purpose of the training course is to _______.
A) offer a high-paid job to the participants B) help participants start their own business C) provide participants with financial assistance
D) train participants to develop a computer program 47. You can register for the training course by _______.
A) calling the guest speakers B) visiting the institute C) writing an email D) sending a fax
Task 3
Directions: Read the following memo. After reading it, you should complete the information by
filling in the blanks marked 48 to 52 (in no more than 3 words) in the table below.
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You should write your answers on the Answer Sheet correspondingly.
Memo
To: Vancouver Area Sales Personnel From: Jacob Taxis, System Manager Date: June 13, 2016
Re: New client online reporting system
According to our meeting on Wednesday, there have been big changes made to the current online reporting system. Its accuracy (准确性) has been improved. New usernames have been assigned; these are now available in your mail-boxes. Please note, the new online client reporting system will take effect on June 20, 2016. The new steps for completing the report are as follows: 1. Log in to the company website with your new username and password. 2. On the top left, click “Client Reporting”. 3. Select “Add New Client”. 4. Enter the client information.
5. When the information is complete, select “Register Client”. Thank you for your cooperation. Jacob Taxis J. B. Taxis, Inc. (555)555-9087
Memo To: Vancouver 48 From: Jacob Taxis, System Manager Subject: Changes made in the current client 49 Accuracy of the system: having been 50 Starting date of the new system: 51 2016 How to log in: using your new 52
Task 4
Directions: The following is a list of expressions related to High Speed Rail. After reading it, you
are required to find the items equivalent to those given in Chinese in the table below. Then you should mark the corresponding letters in order of the numbered blanks, 53 through 57, on the Answer Sheet.
A ------------- bullet train
B ------------- intercity high-speed rail C ------------- non-stop train D ------------- dedicated rail link E ------------- business cabins F ------------- first-class seats
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G ------------- H ------------- I ------------- J ------------- K ------------- L ------------- M ------------- N ------------- O ------------- P ------------- Q -------------
second-class seats protective fence passenger flow floating prices
real-name purchase replacement ticket on-schedule rate occupancy rate passenger rail line run chart vehicle type
(B)城际高铁
Examples: (P)运行图
53. ( ) 实名购票 ( ) 一等座 54. ( ) 直达列车 ( ) 浮动票价 55. ( ) 客流 ( ) 补票 56. ( ) 正点率 ( ) 防护栏 57. ( ) 车型 ( ) 商务车厢
Task 5
Directions: Read the following email. After reading it, you are required to complete the answers
that follow the questions (No. 58 to No. 62). You should write your answers (in no more than 3 words) on the Answer Sheet correspondingly.
To:***************
Subject: Proposal to do business
Dear Mr. Damon,
We would like to introduce ourselves as a company supplying raw materials to garment (服装）manufacturers. We would be interested in doing business with you. We have been manufacturing raw cotton materials for the last five years. We supply our raw materials to most popular garment manufacturing companies in this country. Your company also manufactures cotton garments for which you must be requiring a steady supply of cotton materials. We can assure you that we provide the best quality of materials and the price of our materials is reasonable.
It would be an honor doing business with you. It would be great if you could arrange a business meeting so that we can discuss this in detail. I attach a copy of our company profile. Thank you.
Norman Creed
Marketing Manager
CBH Manufacturers Limited
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58. What kind of material does CBH Manufacturers Limited supply?
It supplies _______________ to garment manufacturers.
59. How long has CBH Manufacturers Limited been in this field of business?
For ________________________________________ years. 60. What promise has the writer made to Mr. Damon?
To provide the ________ of materials at a reasonable price. 61. What suggestion does the writer make at the end of the email?
To arrange ____________________________________________. 62. What document is attached to the email?
A copy of the writer’s __________________________________.
Part IV Translation — English into Chinese (25 minutes)
Directions: This part, numbered 63 to 67, is to test your ability to translate English into Chinese.
Each of the four sentences (No. 63 to No. 66) is followed by three choices of suggested translation marked A), B), and C). Make the best choice and write the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the center. And then write your translation of the paragraph (No. 67) in the corresponding space on the Translation/Composition Sheet.
63. You can try booking a flight by using your smartphone, but most airlines aren’t that advanced
yet. A) 你可以用智能手机预选座位，但大多数航空公司还未能提供这种服务。 B) 你可以尝试用智能手机订机票，但是大多数航空公司还没有这么先进。 C) 你可以在飞行过程中使用智能手机，但是大多数航班都不允许这么做。
. Candidates must meet all of the following basic qualifications and send an application for this
position by email. A) 求职者先要参加面试，达到所有的基本要求，才有可能上岗。 B) 求职者必须具备下列所有的基本任职资质，并电邮求职申请。 C) 求职者须了解所有岗位的资历要求，并且邮寄一份求职申请。
65. The new center will allow them to have a worldwide distribution network to supply products
to customers. A) 这个新设的中心将使他们拥有一个全球分销网络，向客户提供产品。 B) 欢迎客户到我们中心来参观，了解和体验我们最新的全球营销网络。 C) 为了能及时向客户提供产品，我们在这里新建了一个全球营销网络。
66. To learn another language is more than just learning words and grammar, which involves
learning about another culture.
A) 要学好另一种语言，应多背单词并掌握语法规则，还要精通文化知识。 B) 学习另一种语言就是多掌握单词和语法，并且多多参与文化交流活动。 C) 学习另一种语言不仅仅是学习单词和语法，还涉及到学习另一种文化。
67. Remember, living green really does make our life different! It is a healthy choice both for us and for our planet. In the long run, small changes we make in our life will have a great impact on the planet. As the old saying goes, no one can do everything, but everyone can do something! With the idea of living green every single day, our Green Year is getting started.
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Part V Writing (25 minutes)
Directions: This part is to test your ability to do practical writing. You are required to complete a
form according to the following information given in Chinese. Remember to do your writing on the Translation / Composition Sheet.
说明：假设你是东方职业技术学院的学生李明，即将毕业，想应聘ABC公司销售员的职位，请根据以下内容完成求职申请表。 1. 填表日期：2016年6月19日 2. 家庭住址：南京市新华路50号 3. 家庭电话：020-123**678 4. 手机号码：150****67
5. 电子邮箱：*****************6. 期望月薪：约3000元 7. 能力与爱好：
我能熟练使用计算机，并具有较强的英语口语能力。我还有较强的沟通能力与团队合作精神。我爱好阅读、运动与旅游。我愿意加班与出差。
Employment Application Personal Details Date of Application: Name of Applicant: Address: Personal Contact Home telephone: Mobile: Email Address: Applied position: Expected Salary: Education Background 2013-2016 Skills & Hobbies: 注：最后部分请写成段落。
Dongfang Professional Technical College 020-123**678 (3) (4) (5) About 3000 yuan (1) (2) 50 Xinhua Road, Nanjing 10
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