第一篇：02年英语专四听力真题

TEST FOR ENGLISH MAJORS(2002)

—GRADE FOUR—

TIME LIMIT: 135 MINPART IDICTATION(15 MIN)Listen to the following passage.Altogether the passage will be read to you four times.During the first reading, which will be read at normal speed, listen and try to understand the meaning.For the second and third readings, the passage will be read sentence by sentence,.or phrase by phrase, with intervals of 15 seconds.The last reading will be read at normal speed again and during this time you should check your work.You will then be given 2 minutes to check through your work once more.Please write the whole passage on ANSWER SHEET ONE.PART HLISTENING COMPREHENSION(20 MIN)In Sections A,B and C you will hear everything ONCE ONLY.Listen carefully and then answer the questions that follow.Mark the correct answer to each question on your answer sheet.“

SECTION A CONVERSATIONS

In this section you will hear several conversations.Listen to the conversations carefully and then answer the questions that follow.Questions I to 3 are based on the following conversation.At the end of the conversation ,you will be given 15 seconds to answer the questions.Now, listen to the conversation.1.What do newspapers, radio and TV have in common?

A.They are all objective.B.They all involve personalities.C.They are all biased.D.They have the same impact on people.2.The different features of personality in which newspapers differ from radio and television do NOT include.A.voice inflections.B.exclamation marks.C.facial expressionsD.body language

3.The two speakers seem to ________.A.have similar opinionsB.have different opinions

C.agree only on certain pointsD.try to please each other

c

Questions 4 to 6 are based on the following conversation.At the end of the conversation ,you will be given 15 seconds to answer the questions.Now, listen to the conversation.4.Which is NOT Mr.Lewis' purpose of the visit?

A.To visit friends.B.To give concerts.C.To vacation.D.To give private lessons.5.What kind of cello did Mr.Lewis use when he was eight?

A.A full-sized cello.B.A half-sized cello.C.A two-third-sized cello.D.It is not mentioned.6.Which is TRUE of Mr.Lewis' cello?

A.It sometimes accompanies him on his trips.B.It is left behind when he goes on a trip.C.It incurs extra expenses.D.It is difficult for him to carry it around.Questions 7 to 10 are based on the following conversation.At the end of the conversation ,you will be given 20 seconds to answer the questions.Now, listen to the conversation.7.Why did the woman quit her last position?

A.She was fed up with bad-tempered guests.B.She found the work was dull.C.She didn't have the opportunity for promotion.D.She had to work overtime.8.What has Miss Brown ever done which has something to do with tour?

A.She worked as a tour operator.B.She worked as a tour guide.C.She served the foreigners on a package tour.D.She worked as a hotel attendant.9.According to the interview, the job demands all of the following EXCEPT _______.A.loyalty and diligenceB.seniority and age”

C.language proficiencyD.experience related to a tour

10.Which of the following is TRUE according to the conversation?

A.Miss Brown expects to be paid only 2,000 monthly.B.Miss Brown has been abroad on business.C.Miss Brown doesn't mind working overtime.D.Miss Brown is the only one to the interview today.SECTION BPASSAGES

In this section ,you will hear several passages.Listen to the passages carefully and then answere the questions that follow.Questions II to 13 are based on the following passage.At the end of the passage ,you will be given 15 seconds to answer the questions

Now, listen to the passage.11.What does a police-court do?

A.It is charged by a civil officer.B.It is presided over by a judge and jury.C.It is used for passing sentence for all offences.D.It is used for dealing with serous charges only

12.Who is expected to mention any special circumstances?

A.The policeman who charged the offender.B.The offender himself.C.Another motorist.D.The civil officer.13.What is NOT wise to do for one who is guilty?

A.To admit your mistakeB.To make an explanation for your guilt.C.To apologize for taking up the court's time.D.To apologize for committing the offence.Questions 14 to 16 are based on the following talk.At the end of the talk,you will be given 15

seconds to answer the questions.Now, listen to the talk.14.Sharks find their quarries by good sense of

A.water waves made by quarries.B.smell and electrical magnetic power.C.light.D.blood.15.Why are sharks useful for humans?

A.Their tasty meat.B.The principle of their defense system against disease.C.Their solid skin.D.The principle of their birth modes.16.What is this passage mainly about?

A.Call on people to protect sharks.B.Point out the living environment of sharks.C.Explain why the sharks are dangerous.D.An introduction to sharks.Questions 17 to 20 are based on the following talk.At the end of the talk,you will be given 20 seconds to answer the questions.Now.listen to the talk.17.One purpose of writing a letter of complaint to a vendor is to

A.inform him that you find a problem.B.accuse him of irresponsibility."

C.accuse him of negligence.D.tell him that his company is a total failure.18.The preferred way of making a vendor answer your complaint is to

A.take legal action against him whenever possible.B.make him feel shameful.C.make him feel obliged and willing to do something for you.D.ruin his company's reputation.19.A successful letter of complaint is one that ________ the vendor.A.persuadesB.forgives

C.condemnsD.motivates

20.A letter of complaint should do all of the following EXCEPT

A.sound polite but resolute.B.present hard facts.C.make clear your request.D.not tell the consequences of the problem.SECTION CNEWS BROADCAST

In this section, you will hear several news items.Listen to them carefully and then answer the questions that follow.Questions 21 and 22 are based on the following news.At the end of the news item, you will be given 10 seconds to answer the questions.Now.listen to the news.21.Which of the following is NOT a condition for the reduction of debts?

A.Poverty elimination.B.Good government.C.Fight against corruption.D.Poor living standard.22.By cancelling the debts owed to her, Britain intends to _______ a similar scheme proposed by the Intemational Monetary Fund.A, reject.B.restartC.followD.review '

Questions 23 and 24 are based on the following news.At the end of the news item, you will bigiven 10 seconds to answer the questions.Now, listen to the news.23.What happened during the accident?

A.A train hit another train.B.A train killed 23 people.C.A train went off its tracks.D.A train was trapped inside the station.24.Which of the following statements best describes the condition of the passengers?

A.No one was fatally injured.B.There were many heavy casualties.C.No one was hurt during the accident.D.Someone was killed during the accident.Questions 25 and 26 are based on the following news.At the end of the news item, you will btgiven 10 seconds to answer the questions.Now, listen to the news.25.The civil servants held a strike to protest

A.spending cuts.B.reform measures.C.pay cuts.D.low pay.'

26.The civil servants' strike was staged _______ the general strike.A.a few days afterB.a few days before

C.a few weeks afterD.a few weeks before

Questions 27 and 28 are based on the following news.At the end of the news item, you will be given 10 seconds to answer the questions.Now, listen to the news.27.Which is the main idea of the news?

A.Industrial relations in Germany.B.The German energy industry.C.Coalition in the government.D.Closure of nuclear reactors.28.The decision to shut down nuclear reactors resulted from the demand from

A.the government.B.the energy industry.C.a party in the coalition.D.a declining need for nuclear energy.Questions 29 and 30 are based on the following news.At the end of the news item ,you will be given 10 seconds to answer the questions.Now, listen to the news.*29.How will UNICEF help the African children?

A.Build more schools in Africa.B.Reduce school fees in Africa.C.Make them go back to schoolD.provide them with food and housing *30.Extra money is needed to help

A.African children.B.Sudanese children.C.African refugees.D.Sudanese refugees.

第二篇：08年英语专四听力真题

TEST FOR ENGLISH MAJORS(2008)

—GRADE FOUR—

TIME LIMIT: 135 MIN PART IDICTATION(15 MIN)Listen to the following passage.Altogether the passage will be read to you four times.During the first reading, which will be done at normal speed, listen and try to understand the meaning.For the second and third readings, the passage will be read sentence by sentence, or phrase by phrase, with intervals of 15 seconds.The last reading will be done at normal speed again and during this time you should check your work.You will then be given 2 minutes to check through your work once more.Please write the whole passage on ANSWER SHEET ONE.PART HLISTENING COMPREHENSION(20 MIN)In Sections A ,B and C you will hear everything ONCE ONLY.Listen carefully and then answer the questions that follow.Mark the correct answer to each question on your answer sheet.SECTION ACONVERSATIONS

In this section you will hear several conversations.Listen to the conversations carefully and then answer the questions that follow.Questions I to 3 are based on the following conversation.At the end of the conversat

1.When is Anne available for the meeting?

A.The third week of May.B.The third week of June.C.The eleventh of June.D.The eleventh of May.2.Their meeting will probably take place in

A.London.B.Toronto.C.Mexico City.D.Chicago.3.When is Eric calling back

A.Thursday afternoon.B.Friday afternoon.C.Thursday morning.D.Friday morning

4.According to the woman advertisements

A.let us know the best product.B.give us sufficient information.C.fail to convince people.D.give misleading information.5.In the woman's opinion, money spent on advertisements is paid

A.by manufacturers.B.by customers.C.by advertisers.D.by all of them.6.Which of the following statements is INCORRECT?

A.The woman seems to be negative about advertising.B.The woman appears to know more about advertising.C.The man is to be present at a debate on advertising.D.The man has a lot to talk about on advertising.Questions 7 to 10 are based on the following conversation.At the end of the conversation, you

will be given 20 seconds to answer the questions.Now, listen to the conversation.7.Mr.Brown brought with him only a few things because

A.there wasn't enough space in the cupboard.B.the hospital would provide him with everything.C.he was to stay there for a very short time.D.visitors could bring him other things.8.According to the hospital rules, at which of the following hours can visitors see patients?

A.2:00p.m.B.5:00 p.m.C.7:00 p.m.D.6:00 p.m.9.Which of the following statements is INCORRECT?

A.Patients have breakfast at 8.B.Patients have lunch at 12.C.There are special alcohol lounges.' D There are special smoking lounges.10.Which statement best describes Mr.Brown?

A.He knows little about hospital rules.B.He can keep alcohol in the ward.C.He knows when to smoke.D.He is used to hospital life.SECTION BPASSAGES

In this section ,you will hear several passages.Listen to the passages carefully and then

answer the questions that follow.Questions II to 13 are based on the following passage.At the end of the passage ,you will be

given 15 seconds to answer the questions.Now, listen to the passage.I I.Meeting rooms of various sizes are needed for

A.contacts with headquarters.B.relaxation and enjoyment.C.informal talks.D.different purposes.12.Which of the following is NOT mentioned in the passage as part of hotel facilities for

guests?

A.Restaurants.B.Cinemas.C.Swimming pools.D.Bars.13.A hotel for an international conference should have the following EXCEPT

A.convenient transport services.B.competent office secretaries.C.good sports and restaurant facilities.D.suitable and comfortable rooms.Questions 14 to 17 are based on tite following passage.At the end of the passage ,you will be

given 20 seconds to answer the questions.Now, listen to the passage

.14.The museum aims mainly to display

A.the area's technological development.B.the nation's important historical events.C.the area's agricultural and industrial development.D.the nation's agricultural and industrial development

15.The following have been significant in the area's prosperity EXCEPT

A.the motorways.B.the Roman road.C.the canals.D.the railways.16.We know from the passage that some exhibits

A.are borrowed from workshops.B.are specially made for display.C.reflect the local culture and customs.D.try to reproduce the scene at that time.17.The passage probably comes from

A.a conversation on the museum.B.a museum tour guide.C.a museum booklet.D.a museum advertisement.Questions 18 to 20 are based on the following passage.At the end of the passage ,you will be

given 15 seconds to answer the questions.Now, listen to the passage.18.According to the speaker, safety in dormitory means that you

A.insure all your expensive things.B.lock doors when going out.C.lock windows at night.D.take all necessary precautions.19.What does the speaker suggest girls do when they are going to be out late?

A.Call their friends.B.Stay with their friends.C.Avoid walking in streets.D.Always take a taxi.20.What is the speaker's last advice?

A.To take a few self-defense classes.B.To stick to well-lit streets at night.C.To avoid walking alone at night.D.To stay with their friends..SECTION CNEWS BROADCAST'

In this section ,you will hear several news items.Listen to them carefully and then answer

the questions that follow.Questions 21 and 22 are based on the following news.At the end of the news item ,you will

be given 10 seconds to answer the questions.Now, listen to the news.21.What happened during the New Year celebration in Thailand?

A.Terrorists fought with Government troops.B.Thai troops killed terrorists.C.There were shootings.D.There were explosions.22.What has led to the violent situation in the south of Thailand?

A.The Muslims wanted independence.B.Thai troops have been sent there.C.About 2 000 people have been killed.D.There have been more bombings since 2004.Questions 23 and 24 are based on the following news.At the end of the news item ,you will be

given 10 seconds to answer the questions.Now,listen to the news.23.Under the national oil law, the Iraqi government

A.will give more oil revenues to only a few provinces.B.will let provinces distribute their oil revenues.C.will distribute oil revenues according to population size.D.will distribute oil revenues according to security needs.24.The construction package is meant to

A.help build more houses.B.help improve the country's economy.C.help more children to go to school.D.help more young people to get education.Questions 25 and 26 are based on the following news.At the end of the news item ,you will be

given 10 seconds to answer the questions.Now, listen to the news.25.The joint committee will promote co-operation between Egypt and Spain in all the

following areas EXCEPT

A.education.B.industry.C.investment.D.technology.26.What is this news item mainly about?

A.The establishment of a joint committee.B.The trade relations between Egypt and Spain.C.The future trade volume between Egypt and Spain.D.The establishment of a joint business council.Question 27 is based on the following news.At the end of the news item ,you will be given 5

seconds to answer the question.Now,listen to the newAccording to the news, Japanese teenage women

A.are less violent than men.B.are less violent than before.C.are more violent than before.D.are more violent than men.Question 28 is based on the following news.At the end of the news item ,you will be given 5

seconds to answer the question.Now, listen to the news.28.Which of the following statements is CORRECT according to the news?

A.Zimbabweans stayed away from voting.B.Zimbabweans were enthusiastic about voting.C.Only a few Zimbabweans turned up to vote.D.Zimbabweans believed that Mugabe would win.Questions 29 and 30 are based on the following news.At the end of the news item ,you will be

given 10 seconds to answer the questions.Now, listen to the news.29.The news mentioned _________ reason(s)for the action taken by Indian telecom

workers.A.IB.2C.3D.4

30.According to the news, who among the following were NOT affected by telecom workers'

action?

A.Banks.B.Big companies.C.Long-distance callers.D.Government officials.

第三篇：03年英语专四听力真题

TEST FOR ENGLISH MAJORS(2003)

GRADEFOUR

TIME LIMIT: 135

MIN

PART IDICTATION(15 MIN)Listen to the following passage.Altogether the passage will be read to you four times.During the first reading, which will be read at normal speed, listen and try to understand the meaning.For the second and third readings，the passage will be read sentence by sentence ,or phrase by phrase, with intervals of 15 seconds.The last reading will be read at normal speed again and during this time you should check your work.You will then be given 2 minutes to check through your work once more.Please write the whole passage on ANSWER SHEET ONE.PART ⅡLISTENING COMPREHENSION(20 MIN)In Sections A ,B and C you will hear everything ONCE ONLY.Listen carefully and then answer the questions that follow.Mark the correct answer to each question on your answer sheet.SECTION A CONVERSATIONS-

In this section you will hear severel conversations.Listen to the conversations carefully and then answer the questions that follow.Questions I to 3 are based on the following conversation.At the end of the conversation ,you willbe given 15 seconds to answer the questions.Now,listen to the conversation.1.What does the man mean when he says he is conscious of time?

A.He is committed to his work.B.He doesn't have enough time to do his work.C.He doesn't have to meet deadline in his work.D.He looks upon work as hard labor.2.According to the conversation, all of the following are true of work today EXCEPT

A.intellectually challenging.B.satisfying.C.allowing more choices.D.requiring social skills,.3.According to the woman, which is true?

A.There are still boring jobs to be done.B.Earning money is still a priority.C.Workers still have no identity.D.Workers still have to do the same job for life.Questions 4 to 6 are based on the following conversation.At the end of the conversation ,you will be given 15 seconds to answer the questions.Now, listen to the conversation.4.Which of the following is true of the speakers?

A.Both speakers are objective about city or country life.B.The woman is biased against country life.C.The man is biased against country life.D.Both speakers are biased against city life.5.Which of the following is true of city life?

A.The costs of transportation are more cunaffordable.B.People in the city are richer than those in the country.C.Friendliness is more important than one's own business.D.People in the city want to fulfill their daily plan.6.What is true of the laws in the country?

A.There are few laws written.B.The written laws are not easy to impose.C.The laws mainly target school kids.D.Many laws are not applied.Questions 7 to 10 are based on the following conversation.At the end of the conversation,you will be given 20 seconds to answer the questions.Now, listen to the conversation.7.When does the man eat fast food?

A.On weekdays and a few times at weekends.B.In the morning but not at lunchtime or in the evening.C.Between meals but not during a main meal.D.Everyday throughout the week.8.What does the man think of fast food?

A.It doesn't taste as good as one's own cooked food.B.It is indefinite to say it is convenient.C.It doesn't contain enough vegetables.D.It has more protein than needed.9.How is one's own cooked food compared with fast food?

A.Cooking one's own food costs more money.B.One can eat more vegetables if he cooks his own food.C.Busy people can't cook their own food.D.One's own cooked food does not taste as good as food in restaurants.10.What is the relationship between the two speakers?

A.Teacher and student.B.Inquirer and informant.C.Mother and son.D.Customer and shop assistant.SECTION B PASSAGES

In this section, You will hear several passages.Listen to the passages carefully and then answer the questions that follow.Questions II to 13 are based on the following passage.At the end of the passage ,you will be given 15 seconds to answer the questions.Now, listen to the passage.11.An emotion is more likely to be the subject of scientific research if

A.it is everywhere.B.it is not a problem.C.it is strong.D.it is easy to decsribe and measure.12.Which is NOT a true statement?

A.Love is both a positive and negative emotion.B.Love involves other feelings.C.There can be different kinds of love.D.Someone who loves is also capable of negative feelings.13.What does the passage say about hate?

A.Hate is as positive as love.B.Hate is generally a positive emotion.C.Hate is the worst of all emotions.D.Hate is not always a dispensible emotion.Questions 14 to 16 are based on the following talk.At the end of the talk,you will be given 15 seconds to answer the questions.Now, listen to the talk.14.What does the speaker say about sleep-clinic patients?

A.Most are insomniacs.B.Most are teenagers.C.Most are easily cured.D.Most suffer from excessive sleep.15.When does excessive sleep usually first become apparent?

A.During early childhood.B.In a person's teens.C.In a person's twenties.D.After a person turns fifty.16.What can one suffering from excessive sleep do to prevent sleep attacks?

A.To avoid social situations.B.To stop taking certain drugs.C.To take naps during the day.D.To sleep eight hours a night.Questions 17 to 20 are based on the following talk.At the end of the talk, you will be givenseconds to answer the questions.Now,listen to the talk.17.The target of the School Choices Program is

A.to improve American education.B.to cause competition among schools.C.to support children in poor families.D.to support disabled children.18.Which state provides family with tax credits to pay for private school?

A.Florida.B.Wisconsin.C.Texas.D.Not mentioned

19.Mr.Milton found the School Choice Programs at the age of

A.50.B.53.C.43.1).33.20.Which of the following statements is true about the objection to vouchers?

A.Government shouldn't separate public and private schools.B.Religious schools can not use public money.C.Lack of money causes children not to attend public schools.D.Children's choice of schools depends on the money offered to the school.SECTION C NEWS BROADCAST

In this section, you will hear several news items.Listen to them carefully and then answer the questions that follow.Questions 21 and 22 are based on the following news.At the end of the news item ,you will be given 10 seconds to answer the questions.Now, listen to the news.21.The UN resolution is about international efforts in tightening control on

A.terrorism activities.B.terrorists' networks.C.weapons for terrorists.D.funding for terrorism.22.What does the UN resolution specifically require states to do?

A.To establish a financial network.B.To revise their banking laws.C.To increase their police force.D.To curb regional ten-or activities.Questions 23 and 24 are based on the following news.At the end of the news item ,you will given 10 seconds to answer the questions.Now, listen to the news..Altogether how many people were injured during the violence?

A.I.B.2.C.13.D.14.24.How long has the violence lasted?

A.For one day.B.For two days.C.For the whole summer.D.For one year.Question 25 is based on the following news.At the end of the news item ,you will be given 5 Seconds to answer the question.Now,listen to the news.25.After the terrorist attacks in the United States.insurance rates soared as much as

A.100%.B.200%.C.500%.D.1000%.Questions 26 and 27 are based on the following news.At the end of the news item ,you willgiven 10 seconds to answer the questions.Now, listen to the news.26.Eight foreign aid workers were arrested in Afghanistan because of their ______ activities.A.politicalB.espionageC.religiousD.relief

27.Which of the following is NOT mentioned as one of the penalties?

A.A fine.B.Expulsion.C.A jail term.D.Death sentence.Question 28 is based on the following news.At the end of the news item ,you will b? given 5 seconds to answer the question.Now, listen to the news.28.According to the report, how many people are HIV-positive?

A.22 million.B.36 million.C.25 million.D.58 million.Questions 29 and 30 are based on the following news.At the end of the news item ,you will I given 10 seconds to answer the questions.Now.listen to the news.*29.Who was H.G.Wells?

A.A pioneer.B.A writer.C.A doctor.D.A researcher.30.What causes the problem of having internal organs in wrong order in one's real life?

A.Genetics.B.Nature.C.Explosion.D.Not mentioned.

第四篇：00年英语专四听力真题

TEST FOR ENGLISH MAJORS(2000)

—GRADE FOUR—

TIME LIMIT: 135 MIN

PART IDICTATION(15 MIN)Listen to the following passage.Altogether the passage will be read to you four times.During the first reading, which will be read at normal speed, listen and try to understand the meaning.For the second and third readings, the passage will be read sentence by sentence, or phrase by phrase, with intervals of 15 seconds.The last reading will be read at normal speed again and during this time you should check your work.You will then be given 2 minutes to check through your work once more.Please write the whole passage on ANSWER SHEET TWO.PART HLISTENING COMPREHENSION(20 MIN)In Sections A, B and C you will hear everything once only.Listen carefully and then answer the questions that follow.Mark the best answer to each question on your ANSWER SHEET.SECTION ACONVERSATIONS

In this section you will hear several conversations.Listen to the conversations carefully and then answer the questions that follow.Questions I to 3 are based on the following conversation.At the end of the conversation ,you will be given 15 seconds to answer the questions.Now, listen to the conversation.1.What knowledge is required to understand Professor Smith's economics 102'？

A.Economics.B.Higher mathematics.C.Formulas.D.Original ideas.2.Why does the woman want to register in Professor Smith's courser

A.Because Professor Smith is kind.B.Because Professor Smith is generous.C.Because the registration fee is less expensive.D.Because Professor Smith possesses many new thoughts.3.What is the man's suggestion to the woman?

A.To take higher mathematics instead of Economics 102.B.To take higher mathematics before taking Economics 102.G.To drop Economics 102.D.To register with Economics 102 whatever.Questions 4 to 6 are based on the following conversation.At the end of the conversation ,you will be given 15 seconds to answer the questions.Now, listen to the conversation.4.Why would the woman speaker like to go to a small university?

A.Because going to a small university is not expensive.B.Because a small university may involve small classes.C.Because it is close to her home.D.The reason is not mentioned.5.How is the woman going to pay for her university education?

A.She has applied for a scholarship.B.Her parents will help to pay part of the expenses.C.She will have a part-time job.D.Both A and B.6.According to the conversation, which of the following statements is NOT correct?

A.The students in private church-owned schools are serious about school.B.Private universities are expensive.C.There are a lot of parties in private church-owned schools.D.The woman loves the atmosphere of a private church-owned school.Questions 7 to 10 are based on the following conversation.At the end of the conversation ,youwill be given 20 seconds to answer the questions.Now, listen to the conversation..What is the man's problem now?

A.He has a headache.B.He failed his history exam.C.He is tired.D.He is too lazy."

8.What does the man say research shows about coffee?

A.Coffee may help prevent heart disease.B.Coffee does not necessarily cause heart disease.C.Coffee has less caffeine than soda.D.Coffee makes one work faster and necessarily better.9.What does the woman probably think about coffee?

A.It helps people work efficiently.B.It's more refreshing than soda.C.It would not surely help the man.D.It has less flavor than tea.10.What is the conversation mainly about?

A.The effects of caffeine.B.Some causes of headaches.C.How to do well on exams.D.Problems with the student cafeteria

SECTION BPASSAGES

In this section ,you will hear several passages.Listen to the passages carefully and then answer the questions that follow.Questions II to 13 are based on the following passage.At the end of the passage ,you will be given 15 seconds to answer the questions.Now, listen to the passage.11.What happened to the ancient Greek runner Pheidippides ?

A.He won first prize.B.He died because of fatigue.C.He fell behind the other runners.D.He gave up because he was tired.12.What's the real victory for the thousands of Marathon runners?

A.The victory over one's fellow runners.B.The victory over former winners.C.The victory of willpower over fatigue.D.The victory of one's physical strength.13.Who is a winner in the competition in the Boston Marathon?

A.The runner who runs to keep fit.B.The runner who breaks the record.C.The runner who does not break the rules.D.The runner who covers the whole distance.Questions 14 to 16 are based on the following passage.At the end of the passage ,you will be given 15 seconds to answer the questions.Now, listen to the passage.14.Which of the following is NOT mentioned about the invention of paper?

A.More jobs could be provided than before.B.More people could be educated than before.C.More books could be printed and distributed.D.More ways could be used to exchange knowledge.15.Which of the following countries uses more paper for each person a year?

A.China.B.Sweden.C.Egypt.D.Japan.16.When did the Egyptians begin to use paper widely?

A.Around 1400.B.Around 1900.C.Around 400.D.Around 900.Questions 17 to 20 are based on the following passage.At the end of the passage ,you will be given 20 seconds to answer the questions.Now, listen to the passage.17.Scientists are interested in Mars because

A.people might have to migrate there someday.B.it is very much like the earth.C.it is easier to explore than other planets.D.its atmosphere is different from that of the earth.18.What is one of the things that must be done if people can live on Mars?

A.Its chemical elements must be studied.B.Its temperature must be lowered.C.Big spaceships must be built.D.Its atmosphere must be changed.19.Why do scientists want to find out whether there is sufficient nitrogen on Mars?

A.It influences the surface temperature of Mars.B.It protects living beings from harmful rays.G.It keeps a planet from overheating.D.It is the main component of the air people breathe.20.What is the prospect of people living on Mars?

A.Man will probably be able to live there in 200 years.B.Scientists are rather pessimistic about it.C.Man will probably be able to live there in 100,000 years 'time.D.Scientists are optimistic about overcoming the difficulties soon.SECTION CNEWSBROADCAST

Question 21 is based on the following news.At the end of the news item, you will be given 5 seconds to answer the question.Now, listen to the news.21.According to the news, NATO and Russia

A.have finalized a charter on their new relationship.B.still have differences in military and political issues.C.will hold a fifth round of talks in Luxembourg.D.made no progress in this round of talks.Questions 22 and 23 are based on the following news.At the end of the news item, you will be given 10 seconds to answer the two questions.Now, listen to the news.22._______ people were killed during the air crash.A.61B.51C.41D.10

23.According to the news, the plane crashed

A.shortly before it landed.B.minutes after it took off.C.after it cleared the mountains.D.at the foot of the mountains.Questions 24 and 25 are based on the following news.At the end of the news item, you will be given 10 seconds to answer the two questions.Now, listen to the news.24.Which of the following is NOT listed as a terrorist group by the US?

A.The pro-Iranian Hezbollah.B.The Palestinian group Hamas.C.The Irish Republican Army.D.The Basque separatist group ETA.25.The affected groups will be prevented from

A.entering the United States legally.B.freezing US financial assets abroad.C.receiving support from other countries.D.giving weapons to other terrorist groups.Question 26 is based on the following news.At the end of the news item, you will be given 5 seconds to answer the question.Now, listen to the news.26.Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Nefanyahu

A.has been prosecuted by the Justice Ministry.B.may be prosecuted by the Justice Ministry.C.has been prosecuted by the police.D.will be prosecuted on Monday.Questions 27 and 28 are based on the following news.At the end of the news item, you will be given 10 seconds to answer the two questions.Now, listen to the news.27.The winners of the reported elections are

A.the left-wing Conservatives.B.the left-wing Socialists.C.the centre-right Conservatives.D.the centre-right Socialists.28.If the left secures the parliamentary majority,A.Chirac will share his presidential power with Jospin.B.Jospin will share his prime ministerial power with Chirac.C.Jospin will become prime minister, and Chirac will remain.D.Jospin will become prime minister, and Chirac will resign.Questions 29 and 30 are based on the following news.At the end of the news item ,you will be given 10 seconds to answer the questions.Now, listen to the news.29.What have NASA scientists discovered on Mars?

A.Evidence of life.B.Evidence of water.C.Evidence of oxygen.D.Evidence of human beings.30.What will the NASA scientists do next?

A.To investigate the other side of Mars.B.To come back to the earth from the Mars.C.To publicize the discovery to the world.D.To suspend the current exploration on Mars.

第五篇：05年英语专四听力真题

TEST FOR ENGLISH MAJORS(2005)

-------GRADE FOUR-------

TIME LIMIT: 130 MIN PART IDICTATION(15 MIN)Listen to the following passage.Altogether the passage will be read to you four times.During the first reading, which will be read at normal speed, listen and try to understand the meaning.For the second and third readings, the passage will be read sentence by sentence, or phrase by phrase,with intervals of 15 seconds.The last reading will be read at normal speed again and during this time you should check your work.You will then be given 2 minutes to check through your work once more.Please write the whole passage on ANSWER SHEET ONE.PART ⅡLISTENING COMPREHENSION(15 MIN)In Sections A ,B and C you will hear everything ONCE ONLY.Listen carefully and then answer the questions that follow.Mark the correct answer to each question on your ANSWER SHEET.SECTION A CONVERSATIONS'

In this section you will hear several conversations.Listen to the conversations carefully and then answer the questions that follow.Questions I to 3 are based on the following conversation.At the end of the conversation, you will be given 15 seconds to answer the questions.Now, listen to the conversation.1.According to the conversation, Mr.Johnson is NOT very strong in

A.history.B.geography.C.mathematics.D.art.2.Mr.Johnson thinks that _______ can help him a lot in the job.A.logicB.writingC.historyD.mathematics

3.Mr.Johnson would like to work as a(n)

A.adviser.B.computer programmer.C.product designer.D.school teacher.Questions 4 to 7 are based on the following conversation.At the end of the conversation, you will be given 20 seconds to answer the questions.Now, listen to the conversation.4.What is the main purpose of the research?

A.To make preparations for a new publication.B.To learn how couples spend their weekends.C.To know how housework is shared.D.To investigate what people do at the weekend.5.What does the man do on Fridays?

A.He goes to exercise classes.B.He goes sailing.C.He goes to the cinema.D.He stays at home.6.On which day does the couple always go out?

A.Friday.B.Saturday.C.Sunday.D.Any weekday.7.Which personal detail does the man give?

A.Surname.B.First name.C.Address.D.Age.Questions 8 to 10 are based on the following conversation.At the end of the conversation, you will be given 15 seconds to answer the questions.Now, listen to the conversation.8.Parcel Express needs the following details about the sender EXCEPT

A.name.B.address.C.receipt.D.phone number.9.Parcels must be left open mainly for

A.customs' check.B.security check.C.convenience's sake.D.the company's sake.10.The woman's last inquiry is mainly concerned with

A.the time needed for sending the parcel.B.the flight time to New York.C.the parcel destination.D.parcel collection.SECTION BPASSAGES

In this section, you will hear several passages.Listen to the passages carefully and then answer the questions that follow.Questions II to 13 are based on the following announcement.At the end of the announcement, you will be given 15 seconds to answer the questions.Now, listen to the announcement.11.Where is the train to Nanjing now standing？

A.At Platform 7.B.At Platform 8.C.At Platform 9.D.At Platform 13.12.Which train will now leave at 11:35?

A.The train to Jinan.B.The train to Zhengzhou.C.The train to Tianjin.D.The train to Hangzhou.13.Which train has now been cancelled?

A.The train to Jinan.B.The train to Zhengzhou.C.The train to Tianjin.D.The train to Hangzhou.Questions 14 to 16 are based on the following passage.At the end of the passage, you will be given 15 seconds to answer the questions.Now, listen to the passage.14.The museum was built in memory of those

A.who died in wars.B.who worked to help victims.C.who lost their families in disasters.D.who fought in wars.15.Henry Durant put forward the idea because he

A.had once fought in a war in Italy.B.had been wounded in a war.C.had assisted in treating the wounded.D.had seen the casualties and cruelties of war.16.Which of the following statements about the symbols is INCORRECT?

A.Both are used as the organization's official symbols.B.Both are used regardless of religious significance.C.The red cross was the organization's original symbol.D.The red crescent was later adopted for use in certain regions.Questions 17 to 20 are based on the following passage.At the end of the passage, you will be given 20 seconds to answer the questions.Now, listen to the passage.17.How should cheerleading be viewed according to the passage?

A.It is just a lot of cheering.B.It mainly involves yelling.C.It mainly involves dancing.D.It is competitive in nature.18.How do the cheerleaders perform their jobs?

A.They set fireworks for their team.B.They put on athletic shows.C.They run around the spectators.D.They yell for people to buy drinks.19.Why do the cheerleaders sometimes suffer physical injuries?

A.Because they try dangerous acts to catch people's attention.B.Because they shout and yell so their voice becomes hoarse.C.Because they go to the pyramid and the hills to perform.D.Because they dance too much every day for practice.20.Which of the following statements is NOT true?

A.The first cheerleader was a man named John Campbell.B.Cheerleaders' contests are only held at the state level.C.Before 1930 there were no women cheerleaders.D.The first cheerleading occurred in 1898.SECTION CNEWS BROADCAST

In this section, you will hear several news items.Listen to them carefully and then answer the questions that follow.Questions 21 and 22 are based on the following news.At the end of the news item, you will be given 10 seconds to answer the questions.Now, listen to the news.21.How many of the emigrants died after being thrown into the sea?

A.15 of them.B.3 of them.C.100 of them.D.Dozens of them.22.The illegal emigrants came from

A.Italy.B.Africa.C.the Mediterranean region.D.places unknown.Question 23 is based on the following news.At the end of the news item, you will be given 5 seconds to answer the question.Now, listen to the news.23.What does the news item mainly report?

A.China will send three people into space in a week.B.Three Chinese astronauts will spend a week in space.C.The Shenzhou VI will be launched next year.D.Shenzhou V circled the earth for two days.Questions 24 and 25 are based on the following news.At the end of the news item, you will be given 10 seconds to answer the questions.Now, listen to the news.24.Which of the following has NOT been affected by the wildfires?

A.Houses.B.Land.C.Skies.D.Cars.25.The fires were thought to have been started

A.purposefully.B.accidentally.C.on the Mexican border.D.in southern California.Questions 26 to 28 are based on the following news.At the end of the news item, you will be given 15 seconds to answer the questions.Now, listen to the news.26._______ ranks second among leading tourism nations.A.FranceB.The United StatesC.SpainD.Italy

27.It is predicted that by 2020 China will receive _______ visitors.A.77 millionB.130 millionC.36.8 millionD.100 million

28.According to a Xinhua report, last year saw a _______ per cent increase in the number of Chinese travelling abroad.A.16.6B.30C.IOOD.37

Questions 29 and 30 are based on the following news.At the end of the news item, you will be given 10 seconds to answer the questions.Now, listen to the news.29.What would happen to the Argentine officers?

A.They would be arrested by Spanish authorities.B.They would be tried in an Argentine court.C.They would be sent to Spain for trial.D.They would be tortured or murdered.30.What accusation would the Argentine officers face?

A.Violation of human rights.B.Involvement in illegal actions.C.Planning anti-government activities.D.Being part of the military rule.