2017年12月A级考试全真试题
PartⅠ Listening Comprehension (20 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 understand short dialogues.There are 5 recorded dialogues in it.After each dialogue,there is a recorded question.Both the dialogues and questions will be spoken only once.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:
You will read:A.New York City. B.An evening party.
C.An air trip. D.The man's job.
From the dialogue we learn that the man is to take a flight to New York.Therefore,C.An air trip is the correct answer.You should mark C on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the center.
[A][B]
[D]
Now the test will begin.
1.A.Applying for a visa. B.Making a reservation.
C.Checking out in the airport. D.Filling in an application form.
2.A.In an office. B.In a club.
C.In a hospital. D.In a restaurant.
3.A.From a TV ad. B.From a friend.
C.From a newspaper. D.From the radio.
4.A.Check the statistics. B.Visit some clients.
C.Draw some charts. D.Conduct a survey.
5.A.Mr.Brown isn't fit for the job. B.Mr.Brown can do the job well.
C.She doesn't know Mr.Brown. D.She can do the job herself.
Section B
Directions:This section is to test your ability to understand short conversations.There are 2 recorded conversations in it.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
6.A.To make a complaint. B.To ask about the services.
C.To rent a meeting room. D.To book a hotel room.
7.A.On April 25. B.On April 26.
C.On April 27. D.On April 28.
8.A.The hotel website. B.The check-in time.
C.The way of payment. D.The room rate.
Conversation 2
9.A.To confirm her flight. B.To arrange for a party.
C.To say goodbye. D)To make an appointment.
10.A.She will take a shuttle bus. B.She will go there by subway.
C.Linda will book a taxi for her. D.Linda will drive her to the airport.
Section C
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 two times.You are required to put the missing words or phrases on the Answer Sheet in order of the numbered blanks according to what you hear.Now the passage will begin.
Good evening,ladies and gentlemen!On behalf of our company,I'd like to thank you for coming to 11.______________the opening of our new branch office in Hattiesburg.This branch is the 10th office we have 12._____________in the country.I'm glad we finally opened a branch in the southeast area.Now,I would like to 13._____________to thank all the staff here for your efforts to establish the branch.In order to successfully operate the branch,we need the 14.______________of customers like you being present.We will do our best to provide you with the 15._____________.Thank you very much.
Section D
Directions:This section is to test your ability to comprehend short passages.You will hear a recorded passage.After that you will hear five questions.Both the passage and the questions will be read two times.When you hear a question,you should complete the answer to it with a word or a short phrase(in no more than 3 words).The questions and incomplete answers are printed in your test paper.You should write your answers on the Answer Sheet correspondingly.Now listen to the passage.
16.What does the speaker say about college life?
It is an__________________________________________experience in our life.
17.What will you get in college?
You will get better___________________of yourself and of your capabilities.
18.What does the speaker say about study in college?
It is going to be_____________________________________________________.
19.What entertainment events does the speaker mention?
Plays,festivals,debates,__________________and many more fun activities.
20.What does the speaker tell the students at the end of the speech?
They are going to make a decision of their_____________________________.
PartⅡ Structure (10 minutes)
Directions:This part is to test your ability to construct grammatically correct sentences.It consists of 2 sections.
Section A
Directions:In this section,there are 10 incomplete sentences.You are requited 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.
21.I am interested in the training course,which________at Hilton Hotel in Beijing from March 8 to 12,2018.
A.held B.was held
C.will hold D.will be held
22.In his paper,John is trying to identify ________determines the final result of the project.
A.what B.whether
C.when D.how
23.I feel I am entitled to a full refund in addition to an apology for the inconvenience________.
A.to cause B.causing
C.cause D.caused
24.Recent studies show that employees who take vacation time and leave are________than those who do not.
A.efficient B.most efficient
C.more efficient D.least efficient
25.Only by adopting the highest standards of integrity ________the trust of our clients and the companies we work with.
A.we earn B.can we earn
C.we can earn D.we will earn
26.If I________the challenges at that time,I might not have started my own business.
A.would know B.have known
C.had known D.will know
27.It was not until last July ________we started to distribute e-readers and launched an e-book store.
A.that B.who
C.which D.whom
28.________the library for hours without finding anything useful,I turned to my professor for help.
A.To search B.Having searched
C.Have searched D.Searching
29.________some degree,all managers who supervise people are involved in HR activities.
A.On B.To C.For D.With
30.Our online computer repair and tech support is a convenient way to have your computer________without having to leave your home.
A.to fix B.fixing C.fix D.fixed
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.
31.This chapter will assist you in preparing and writing memos that allow you to communicate(effective)________________in today's workplace.
32.Thank you for your email,and your feedback on the(attach)________________proposal would be appreciated.
33.There is no(different)________________in the brains of those who exercise with light intensity as compared with those who do not exercise at all.
34.When they entered the area,the visitors(require)________________to turn off their smart phones.
35.When it comes to shopping habits,he suggested(buy)________________products that are made from recycled materials.
PartⅢ Reading Comprehension (40 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 1
Directions:After reading the following passage,you will find 5 questions or unfinished statements,numbered 36 to 40.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.
To be a good manager,you must be careful to distinctly define the proper boundary(界限)between yourself and your staff.Here are some points to remember:
1.Be clear about the relationship.To maintain the respect of your employees while being friends with them,you must be direct about the nature of your business relationship.This means being clear about what the goals are,how your employees are to help you reach them,and what they can expect from you.By communicating these things clearly,you avoid the risk that an employee can misinterpret your friendship and behave in an unprofessional manner.
2.Be social—to a degree.In most offices,there's usually a lot of social networking,whether it's a Friday lunch or drinks after work.It's natural for managers to be a part of that.Just remember to socialize(交际)with everyone,be careful with the alcohol,and don't be the last one at the party.Also,keep socializing at the office to a minimum.You want to ensure that you are respected as well as liked.
3.Don't fake it.Maybe you want to try to be friends with all your employees,because you think that would strengthen your team.While some management training courses stress that bosses should ask their staff about their personal lives,such as their weekend plans,their families,or their children,such efforts can backfire if the manager is viewed as not being sincere.It's okay to ask occasional questions of staff,but don't make a big production out of it.Getting to know people takes time.
36.To prevent employees from behaving unprofessionally,managers should________.
A.show respect to their employees'individual needs
B.let them know about their future career development
C.set short-term and long-term goals for their business
D.make them clear about the nature of business relationship
37.According to Paragraph 3,managers are advised________.
A.to create a friendly work environment for their staff
B.to keep socializing with the employees to a degree
C.to avoid socializing with their employees after work
D.to be the first person to a party or to a gathering
38.Some managers believe they can strengthen their team by________.
A.making friends with all their employees
B.attending a management training course
C.providing a free Friday lunch to the staff
D.encouraging their staff to exercise regularly
39.The word“backfire”in the last paragraph most probably means“_______”.
A.strengthen the relationship
B.start a fire in the backyard
C.produce an undesired result
D.improve management skills
40.The passage is mainly about the importance of________.
A.management training courses for employers
B.proper relationship between managers and staff
C.setting business goals for both managers and staff
D.being a part of social networking for a good manager
Task 2
Directions:This task is the same as Task 1,The 5 questions or unfinished statements are numbered 41 to 45.
Before renting the equipment from U-Haul,be clear about the following information.
1.I understand that this equipment must be returned to the same U-Haul location where it was rented.I understand that the minimum rental charge for equipment returned to a different location is twice the amount of the current rate.
2.I understand that the equipment rented is water resistant and not water proof.
3.I acknowledge that I have received the appropriate User Instructions and acknowledge my responsibility to fully read and understand these User concerns or requirement that I have about my rental.
4.I understand that I can also contact U-Haul Customer Service at uhaul.com/contact/email.aspx.
5.I agree that distracted driving is dangerous and that driving while distracted is likely to lead to an accident/crash causing serious injury or death.I agree not to use a hand-held mobile phone(other than for an emergency call).My agreement not to do so is material to U-Haul decision to enter this Agreement.My failure to comply is material breach of this Agreement.
6.I acknowledge that I have received and agreed to the terms and conditions of this Rental Contract and the Rental Contract Addendum(附录).
41.Where are you asked to return the equipment rented from U-Haul?
A.To a free parking lot.
B.To any U-Haul location.
C.To where it was rented from.
D.To the nearest U-Haul location.
42.According to Item 3,it is the renter's responsibility ________.
A.to fully read and understand the User Instructions
B.to buy insurance before renting the equipment
C.to confirm the receipt of the User Instructions
D.to repair the equipment when necessary
43.The phrase“distracted driving”in Item 5 means________.
A.changing lanes without signaling
B.driving without wearing a seat-belt
C.running a red light by over-speeding
D.carrying out other activities while driving
44.While driving,you are allowed to use your hand-held mobile phone to________.
A.chat with your assistant
B.make an emergency call
C.look for a U-Haul location
D.receive and send messages
45.This passage is most probablytaken from________.
A.an announcement B.an advertisement
C.an agreement D.a notice
Task 3
Directions:The following is a short introduction to AILSales Representatives.After reading it,you are required to complete the outline below it(No.46 to No.50).You should write your answers briefly(in no more than three words)on the Answer Sheet correspondingly.
Could you look into the eyes of children and tell them they will have nothing to eat tonight?
We can't,either.
That's why we have set up the Mississippi Food Network(MFN),a non-profit organization.As a member of Feeding America,we make sure that children,families and seniors in our service area have food.MFN has been feeding Mississippians since 1984.
At MFN,we partner with 430 food pantries(食品供应站),emergency shelters,and soup kitchens in our community to provide the food needed for our hungry neighbors.Because of friends like you,we distribute more than 18 million pounds of food annually to help feed hungry people in our service area.
What a great way to help neighbors in need and make your blessing really count!You can help make a difference in the fight against hunger.Send your gift today,every$10 you donate helps provide food for 70 meals.
If you have any questions,please use our contract form,call 601-973-7085,or email cguess@masfoodnet.org.
Mississippi Food Network
Founded:in the year of 46._____________
Purpose:to provide food to children,47._____________in the service area
Partners:food pantries,48._____________and soup kitchens
Food distributed:more than 49._____________pounds last year
Call for donation:providingfood for 50._____________for every$10 received
Contact:call 601-973-7085,or email cguess msfoodtrez.org
Task 4
Directions:The following is a list of terms used in International Trade.After reading it,you are required to find the items equivalent to(与……等同)those given in Chinese in the table below.Then you should put the corresponding letters in brackets on the Answer Sheet,numbered 51 through 55.
A—Air pollution
B—Air quality
C—Alternative energy sources
D—Carbon emissions
E—Carbon footprint
F—Climate change
G—Electric vehicle
H—Energy efficiency
I—Fossil fuels
J—Greenhouse effect
K—Renewable energy
L—Sustainable development
M—Zero emissions
N—Environmental impact
O—Global warming
P—Environmental compensation fee
Q—Solid waste management
Examples:(J)温室效应 (P)环境补偿费
51.( )可持续发展 ( )气候变化
52.( )替代能源 ( )全球(气候)变暖
53.( )碳足迹 ( )固体废弃物管理
54.( )零排放 ( )可再生能源
55.( )能源效率 ( )矿物燃料
Task 5
Directions:Read the following passage.After reading it,you should give brief answers to the 5 questions(No.56 to No.60)that follow.The answers(in no more than 3 words)should be written after the corresponding numbers on the Answer Sheet.
Dear Mr.Hughes,
It is with great pleasure that I write to invite you to the opening of our new production plant in Barnsley Avenue on Friday,January 12,2018.You have been our regular and loyal customer over the last seven years,so it will be an honour for us if you could attend the opening ceremony of this new plant.
We have been operating as one of the best flour mills(面粉厂)in the country over the past ten years,which would not have been possible without the help and support of our loyal customers.The aim of our company is to remain at the top for years to come,and your contributions towards our success are highly appreciated.
The ribbon(彩带)cutting ceremony is scheduled to take place at 11 p.m.Please make arrangements to arrive on time so that our organizers can find you a comfortable seat.We will also be acknowledging our loyal clients by name,and would like you to be present when we do so.
Kindly confirm your availability for the event by January 5,so that we can make the necessary arrangements.We are looking forward to seeing you.
Yours sincerely,
John Smith
56.What event is Mr.Hughes invited to attend?
The opening ceremony of a____________________________________________.
57.Why is Mr.Hughes invited by the company?
Because he has been their____________________________________customer.
58.What is the aim the company wants to achieve?
To remain__________________________________________for years to come.
59.Why is Mr.Hughes asked to arrive on time for the ceremony?
For the organizers to find him_________________________________________.
60.When should Mr.Hughes confirm his availability?
By__________________________________________________________________.
PartⅣ Translation—English into Chinese (25 minutes)
Directions:This part,numbered 61 through 65,is to test your ability to translate English into Chinese.After each of the sentences numbered 61 to 64,you will read three choices of suggested translation marked A),B)and C).You should choose the best translation and mark the corresponding letter on your Answer Sheet with a single line through the center.And for the paragraph numbered 65,write your translation in the corresponding space on the Translation/Composition Sheet.
61.The key to regaining a customer's confidence is to respond promptly to a customer's complaint,whether the problem has been solved or not.
A.及时答复客户的投诉,认真解决他们的问题,这样才可以提高客户信心。
B.重获客户信心的关键是及时回应客户的投诉,不论问题是否已得到解决。
C.取得客户信赖的途径是经常听取他们的意见,不断提高自己的服务质量。
62.If Party A decides to cancel this agreement,he may do so as long as Party B is given 30 days'written notice.
A.如果甲方不同意本协议条款内容,可在30天后与乙方一起商定修改条款。
B.如果甲方欲修改本协议,必须在30天内将修改内容告知乙方,方可修改。
C.如果甲方决定取消本协议,只要提前30天书面通知乙方,就可取消协议。
63.It is our company culture to make sure that employees know how all the jobs in the company work,not just their own.
A.我们的公司文化是让每个员工做好自己所从事的工作,使公司所有的工作都可以有序进行。
B.我们的公司文化是确保员工不仅了解自己的工作,还要了解公司所有的工作是如何运作的。
C.我们的公司文化提倡每个员工都要做好自己的本职工作,同时还要熟悉公司是如何经营的。
64.Once you enroll in the program,we offer you support for six months,during which you should have completed all courses.
A.你只要注册成功,我们这个项目就会给你提供免费支持,但你必须在6月内通过所有课程的考试。
B.你一旦报名参加这个项目,我们就会为你提供6个月的支持,在这段时间内你应该完成所有课程。
C.你只要学完了所有的必修课程,并且在6个月内通过所有课程考试,我们就会向你颁发结业证书。
65.Working from home has many advantages,such as flexibility and the ability to take care of your family.However,there are also some disadvantages.For example,if you have not worked in a traditional office,it is difficult for you to understand what office culture is.It is the sense of community(归属感)you get when you are in the office.There are common areas where you can meet your colleagues and talk to them.

PartⅤ Writing (25 minutes)
Directions:This part is to test your ability to do practical writing.You are required to write a Letter according to the following information given in Chinese.Remember to do the task on the Translation/Composition Sheet.
说明:以顾客王小林的名义给ABC商店经理Johnson先生写一封投诉信,主要内容如下:
1.你两周前购买了一台洗衣机,用了三天后洗衣机出现故障(内容自拟)。
2.你曾打电话到商店的客户服务中心,他们答应上门维修,但至今未派人来。
3.要求对方尽快派人上门修理,或更换一台新的洗衣机,否则要求全额退款(full refund)。
4.结束语(自拟)。