英语四级最新模拟题三.docx

1、英语四级最新模拟题三Directions: For this part, you are allowed thirtyminutes to write a letter to your American friendLawrence, to introduce Spring Festival in China andinvite him to join you to spend this Spring Festival.Suppose you are Yuan Chao. You should write at least120 words following the suggestions

2、given below inChinese:1. 表达你对Lawrence的想念之情；2. 介绍中国的春节；3. 邀请Lawrence和你们一起过春节。提示:在实考试卷中，该试题在答题卡1上。A Letter to LawrenceSeptember 23, 2005Dear Lawrence, Yours,Yuan ChaoPart Reading Comprehension (Skimming and Scanning)(15 minutes)Directions: In this part, you will have 15 minutes to go over the passage

3、quickly and answer the questions on Answer Sheet 1. For questions 1-7, markY (for YES)if the statement agrees with the information given in the passage;N (for NO)if the statement contradicts the information given in the passage;NG (for NOT GIVEN)if the information is not given in the passage.For que

4、stions 8-10, complete the sentences with information given in the passage.ComputerCrimeA computer crime is generally defined as one that involves the use of computers and software for illegal purposes. This doesnt mean that all the crimes are new types of crime. On the contrary, many of these crimes

5、, such as embezzlement of funds, the alteration of records, theft, vandalism, sabotage, and terrorism, can be committed without a computer. But with a computer, these offenses can be carried out more quickly and with less chance that the person responsible for the crime will be discovered. Computer

6、crimes are on the rise and have been for the last twelve years. Just how much these computer crimes cost the American public is in dispute, but estimates range from 3 billion to 5 billion annually. Even the FBI, which attempts to keep track of the growth or decline of all kinds of crimes, is unable

7、to say precisely how large a loss is involved; however, it estimates that the average take from a company hit by computer crime is 600,000. A number of reasons are given for the increase in computer crime: (A)more computers in use and, thus, more people who are familiar with basic computer operation

8、; (B)more computers tied together in satellite and other data-transmission networks; and (C)the easy access of microcomputers to huge mainframe data bases. TheCriminalMovies and newspaper stories might lead us to believe that most computer crimes are committed by teenage “hackers”-brilliant and basi

9、cally good children who let their imagination and technical genius get them into trouble. But a realistic look at the crimes reveals that the offender is likely to be an employee of the firm against which the crime has been committed, i.e., an “insider”.DifficultyofDetectionandPreventionGiven the ki

10、nd of person who commits a computer crime and the environment in which the crime occurs, it is often difficult to detect who the criminal is. First of all, the crime may be so complex that months or years go by before anyone discovers it. Second, once the crime has been revealed, it is not easy to f

11、ind a clear trail of evidence that leads back to the guilty party. After all, looking for “weapons” or fingerprints does not occur as it might in the investigation of more conventional crimes.Third, there are usually no witnesses to the computer crime, even though it may be taking place in a room fi

12、lled with people. Who is to say if the person at the next terminal, calmly keying in data, is doing the companys work or committing a criminal act?Fourth, not enough people in management and law enforcement know enough about computer technology to prevent the crimes. Authorities have to be familiar

13、with the computers capabilities within a given situation to guard against its misuses. In some large cities, such as Los Angeles, police departments have set up specially trained computer crime units.But even when an offender is caught, the investigators, attorneys (律师), judges, or juries may find t

14、he alleged crime too complicated and perplexing to handle. More attorneys are specializing in computer law and studying the computers potential for misuse. After a computer crime has been discovered, many companies do not report it or prosecute （起诉） the person responsible. A company may not announce

15、 the crime out of fear that the pubic will find out the weaknesses of its computer system and lose confidence in its organization. Banks, credit card companies, and investment firms are especially sensitive about revealing their vulnerabilities (脆弱性） because they rely heavily on customer trust.To av

16、oid public attention, cautious companies will often settle cases of computer tampering out of court. And if cases do go to trial and the offenders are convicted, they may be punished only by a fine or light sentence because the judge or jury isnt fully trained to understand the nature and seriousnes

17、s of the crime.Not all companies are timid in apprehending computer criminals. For example, Connecticut General Life Insurance Company decided it had to get tough on violators. So when the company discovered that one of its computer technicians had embezzled 200,000 by entering false benefit claims,

18、 it presented it findings to the states attorney and aided in the prosecution of the technician. The technician was found guilty and sentenced to prison, not just for the computer misuse, but also for grand theft and insurance fraud. Connecticut General now has a policy of reporting all incidents of

19、 theft or fraud, no matter how small.提示:在实考卷中，8-10题在答题卡1上。1. The FBI knows exactly how large a loss is involved in computer crimes.2. It has become easy for microcomputer owners to use huge mainframe data bases.3. It is implied in the Paragraph 3 that most computer criminals are the employees of the

20、 concerned companies.4. Many companies dont report computer crimes because law procedures against computer crimes usually cost a lot of money.5. When computer crime takes place in a room filled with people, there are usually many witnesses to the crime. 6. The passage is mainly about the increase of

21、 computer crimes in America and the difficulties in combating computer crimes.7. Computer crimes are on the rise because more cheap microcomputers are available.8. According to the passage, computer crimes has been on the rise for the last _years.9. ConnecticutGeneral Life Insurance company is cited

22、 as _ of companies that took serious measures to fight against computer crimes.10. Banks, credit card companies, and investment firms are especially sensitive about revealing their vulnerabilities because they place too much reliance on_.Part Listening Comprehension（35 minutes）Section ADirections: I

23、n 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 will be spoken only once. After each question there will be a pause. During the pause, you m

24、ust 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)She wont let her friend borrow the car.B) She will shop for a car.C) She has a good car.D) She will lend her car to he

25、r friend.12 A)She hasnt heard from the professor in a week.B) The class has extra time to complete the assignment.C) She only just found out about the economics paper.D) She wont see the professor until next week.13 A)Her backhand is almost perfect.B) The time the man spent practicing has helped him

26、.C) The mans mother wanted him to practice.D) Her mother is a good tennis coach.14 A)Board the train. B) Send a fax.C) Change his departure time. D) Have breakfast.15 A)He turned a corner so fast. B) He ran a red light.C) He went through a stop sign. D) He was speeding.16 A)Each person will be allow

27、ed to buy only one ticket.B) The tickets will sell out quickly.C) The rock concert will probably be rescheduled.D) There will be extra tickets.17 A)They didnt get wet. B) Theyre late for the concert.C) They prefer to dress casually.D) Theyre really looking forward to the concert.18 A)She was working

28、 on a train schedule.B) She didnt get home until after midnight.C) She was busy with her guests all evening.D) She left too late to catch the train.Question 19 to 22 are based on the conversation you have just heard.19. A) How different kinds of pepper are produced.B) Why white pepper is superior to

29、 black pepper.C) How the pepper plant is grown.D) How various peppers are used in cooking.20. A) He read about it in a cookbook.B) He grows his own herbs and spices.C) He heard about it from a friend.D) He studied it in cooking school.21. A) Its preserved in liquid.B) The skin is removed.C) Its drie

30、d in the sun.D) Its freeze-dried.22. A) Its more pure than other types of pepper.B) It helps maintain the color of certain dishes.C) It has a fruity flavor.D) Its easier to grow.Question 23 to 25 are based on the conversation you have just heard.23. A) A story in prose.B) A poem that rhymes.C) A tra

31、nslation of a short literary work.D) A journal about the process of writing.24. A) The class has been assigned to read it.B) He was able to read it in French.C) He isnt sure its available in English.D) He thinks its an example of what the professor wants.25. A) Its pronounced differently in French than it is in English.B) To write without using it is difficult both in English and in French.C) Every word in the French authors book contained it.D) Its commonly used in Eng