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section 1
listening comprehension
the listening comprehension section for the examination is
designed to test your ability to understand spoken
conversations and lecture presentations. all answers in this
section should be based only upon what is stated or implied by
the speakers. you should not take notes or write in your test
book at any time. you should not turn the pages until you are
told to do so.
part a
directions: in part a you will listen to short conversations
between two people. after each conversation, there will be a
spoken question about the ocnversation. none of the
conversations or questions will be repeated. after you hear
the conversation and the question, read the answers written in
your workbook and select the mot appropriate answer. then, on
your answer sheet, find the number that matches the question
you are answering and fill in the letter which corresponds to
the answer you have selected.
listen to an example. sample answer
on the recording you will hear:
in your workbook, you will read;
(a) he will have some time to do it later.
(b) any time but now is okay with him.
(c) the woman should pick up the time.
(d) he would like to check the report now.
you learn form the conversation the man is ready to read the
report. the best answer to the question "what does the man
mean?" is (d), "he would like to check the report now."
therefore, the correct answer is (d).
1. (a) she didn’t want to annoy him.
(b) she wouldn’t sing if he won’t allow it.
(c) she has a new idea to tell him.
(d) she doesn’t care if he can hear.
2. (a) he will not complete his thesis.
(b) he could have troubles in doing both at the same time.
(c) he has completed his thesis and he deserves a vacation.
(d) he is not a very good skier.
3. (a) she did not know the bakers had the pie.
(b) she does not plan to pick them up.
(c) she has not had an opportunity to go.
(d) she does not want the man to stare.
4. (a) she must take him somewhere.
(b) he could find nothing he needed at the department store.
(c) she thought he was someone else.
(d) he’s still waiting for her to apologise.
5. (a) give his speech as many times as he can.
(b) get some exercise before he gives his speech.
(c) begin working on a new speech.
(d) check for problems with his presentation materials.
6. (a) the tickets are ree.
(b) she is not sure if she can buy a ticket.
(c) some members of the team may not attend.
(d) everyone on the team has paid for his ticket.
7. (a) he doesn’t know how to play the tape recorder.
(b) the tape recorder is&nb
sp;making a strage noise.
(c) he has broken something that the woman lent him.
(d) he is too busy to help the woman with her assignment.
8. (a) a letter from bill.
(b) a receipt from a hardware store.
(c) an increase in their dorm fees.
(d) an expensive holiday.
9. (a) she can hardly make it to the celebration.
(b) she is not haveing a birthday.
(c) she must go to the dentist before the evening.
(d) she needs to appoint a new dentist soon.
10. (a) they are being lined up for delivery.
(b) they are being received by the woman.
(c) they are being forwarded to his new apartment.
(d) they are being picked up by the new line.
11. (a) he is probablysomewhere around.
(b) he should not leave his things lying around.
(c) he could not find his glove.
(d) he is probably playing baseball already.
12. (a) he listened to an impressive lecture.
(b) he didn’t think the lecture was interesting.
(c) he doesn’t have operations in hand right now.
(d) he didn’t rexpect it to last so long.
13. (a) use every minute of their time wisely.
(b) live there until the final time.
(c) finish their assignments early if possible.
(d) save the lab samples.
14. (a) he is ahead in his coursework.
(b) he needs the extra money to get ahead.
(c) he is not making a good decision.
(d)he has a great ability to concentrate.
15. (a) steve often goes to the museum.
(b) they shoul bring steve to the museum.
(c) modern art doesn’t cost too much
(d) it would be a good place to get a gift for steve.
16. (a) he couldn’t get the event organised.
(b) he had to move the location again.
(c) he lost some of the cards last time they played
(d) he couldn’t find his way around the grounds.
17. (a) it has proved to be quite hot.
(b) it has taught him many things
(c) it is easier than expected.
(d) it is a hard class.
18. (a) ask jane to come to the speech before dinner.
(b) tell jane about the speech at dinner.
(c) ask jane to speak to her during dinner.
(d) speak to jane about dinner.
19. (a) they are planning to build a new section to the
building.
(b) the construction requires tuoching up.
(c) it is being reinforced.
(d) it needs further testing.
20. (a) their plane is late as usual.
(b) their plane had to be brought down due to delays.
(c) their plane will not be leaving for a day.
(d) they will simpley have’to wait.
21. (a) she doesn’t think it’ll rain.
(b) she will need to change her raincoat.
(c) she will take his coat along with her.
(d) she will throw it over her shoulder and carry it.
22. (a) bring some extra money.
(b) change the schedule.
(c) go some other place.
(d) wear di
fferent clothes.
23. (a) he doesn’t like to spend time outside.
(b) he went to the gym yesterday.
(c) he enjoys going out when he has free time.
(d) he would rather exercise than stay in the house.
24. (a) stop burningt eh cookies.
(b) give up baking.
(c) she should try again.
(d) take her responsibilites seriously.
25. (a) he rarely takes them.
(b) he takes them quite regularly.
(c) he stopped taking them.
(d) he only started taking them recently.
26. (a) he went skating last neek.
(b) he can think of noghing he’d rather try.
(c) he has skated in many parts of the world.
(d) he isn’t interested.
27. (a) she doesn’t know what the man is referring to.
(b) a name has not been decided upon.
(c) they haven’t reached the park yet.
(d) she has heard that a decision is coming up.
28. (a) go home and study for his exam.
(b) go to the graduation after he has completed his exams.
(c) go rest until he has recovered from his injury.
(d) go to the graduation with teh woman.
29. (a) he doesn’t understand how he got lost.
(b) he has lost his way many times.
(c) he was surprised that he had been there so many times.
(d) he would prefer not to go again.
30. (a) he would send a letter when he arrived.
(b) he would not be able to make travel arrangements.
(c) he had moved to san francisco.
(d) his manager would not give him the ticket.
part b
directions: in this part, you will her longer discussions. at
the end of each discussion, there will be several questions.
none of the spoken information will be repeated.
after you have heard the question, select the best answer from
you worbook. find the corresponding number on you answer sheet
and fill in the space for the answer you have chosen.
please, do not take notes or write in the workbook.
31. (a) a cr wash.
(b) thanksgiving.
(c) a newspaper.
(d) a message service.
32. (a) they’re trying to win a school competition.
(b) they’re hoping to finance a celebration.
(c) they need their car washed.
(d) they want to put up a large banner.
33. (a) make a banner.
(b) write an article.
(c) study english.
(d) hang up filers.
34. (a) she is competing with him.
(b) she is quite helpful.
(c) she is opposed to his ideas.
(d) she is impractical.
35. (a) the feeding habits of spiders.
(b) a new discovery about spiders.
(c) types of spiders.
(d) the different kinds of spider’s webs.
36. (a) length
(b) width
(c) adhesion
(d) complexity
37. (a) poisoning prey.
(b) providing warmth.
(c) catching branches.
(d) hatching eggs.
38. (a) she was glad she missed it.
(b) she thought it sounded strange.
(c) she wanted to see the show.
(d) she was surprised
;that the man was interested.
part c
directions: in this part, there will be several talks or
lectures. after each talk, there will be a series of
questions. none of the lectures or questions will be repeated.
after you have heard the question, select the best answer from
you workbook. find the corresponding number on you answer
sheet and fill in the space for the answer you have chosen.
here is an example
on the recording you will hear.
now listen to the first sample question. sample answer
in you workbook, you will read:
(a) how the tone of a piano is affected by its shape.
(b) how to measure a piano’s resonance.
(c) how size makes a piano more expensive.
(d) how to improve your performance with a good piano.
the best answer to the question. "what is the main concern of
the talk?" is (a).
"how the tone of a piano is affected by its shape." therefore,
the correct answer is (a).
now listen to another sample question.
in you workbook you will read.
(a) piano anufacturers
(b) piano tuners
(c) music students
(d) piano buyers
the best answer to the question, "who might be attending the
lecture?" is (c), "music students." therefore, the correct
choice is (c).
remember, you may not write in your workbbok or take notes.
39. (a) the organization o the laboratory
(b) the irst experiment.
(c) the equipment drawers in the lab.
(d) the grading procedure for the class.
40. (a) assignments must be handed in on time.
(b) the students will be allowed to experiment freely.
(c) the students must memorize the contents of their drawers.
(d) a great deal of caution should be used.
41. (a) the upper drawer contains dangerous materials.
(b) the contents of the upper drawer need to be memorized.
(c) they either have chemicals or equipment, but not both.
(d) the students will be graded on their knowledge of the
upper drawer.
42. (a) when there is a lack of discipline in the class.
(b) at the beginning of each class.
(c) before the students have begun using the lab.
(d) after the students have finished their first lab
assigmnment.
43. (a) to make recommendations for faster thinking.
(b) to report the latest advances in memory research.
(c) to relate an experiment conducted on memorization.
(d) to offer advice about memorization problems.
44. (a) nervous energy is decreased.
(b) it is more difficult to remember them.
(c) it reduces memory difficulties.
(d) you can damage your memory.
45. (a) feeling calm and relaxed when meeting people.
(b) writing down the names of people you meet.
(c) remembering the persons’s face.
(d) feeling defensive when meeting new people.
46. (a) repeat the name in you head.
(b) write the name on paper.
(c) visualize
the name.
(d) control you anxiety.
47. (a)shared meals.
(b) discussions of daily events.
(c) televisions and computers.
(d) sociologists and politicians.
48. (a) communications among family members increased.
(b) they watched television instead of talking.
(c) there was very little knowledge of computers.
(d) the meals were interfering with the television.
49. (a) the restrict distant communications.
(b) they reduce communication at all levels.
(c) they send text instead of voice.
(d) they further reduce communications within families.
50. (a) discuss opinions about the various influences of telecommunications.
(b) evaluate ways to increase communication within families.
(c) identify technological products that increase
communication.
(d) chart the changes in communication caused by technology.
托福模拟（二）1
section 2
structure and written expression time--25 minutes
the structure and written expression section is designed to
measure your ability to recognize language that is appropriate
for standard written english. there are two types of questions
in this section, with special directions for each type.
structure
directions: questions 1-15 are incomplete sentences. beneath
each sentence you will see four words or phrases, marked (a),
(b), (c),and (d). choose the one word or phrase that best
completes the sentence. then, on your answer sheet, ifnd the
number of the question and fill in the space that orresponds
to the letter of the answer you ahve chosen fill in the space
so that the letter inside the oval cannot be seen.
look at the following examples:
example i
for many centuries---the principal raw material sample answer
for making ropes and sails.
(a) then was hemp
(b) the time hemp was
(c) hemp was
(d) hemp
the sentence should read, "for many cenries hemp was the
principle raw material for making ropes and sails." therefore,
you should choose (c).
example ii
the sea anemone, a marine animal related to the jelly fish,
sample answer
looks like a plant----like other animal species.
(a) so
(b) rather than
(c) instead
(d) rather not
the sentence should read, "the sea anemone, a marine animal
related to the jelly fish, looks like a plant rather than like
other animal species." theerefore, you should choose (d).
nowbegin work on the questions.
1. most substances expand when they evaporate so that the
density of a substance’s gas is---of its liquid.
(a) than the lower density
(b) lower than that
(c) the density is lower than that
(d) the lower the density
2. the process by which nerve cells send signals is ---
clearly understood.
(a) none
(b) no
(c) not
(d) nothing
3. arctic animals--- a means of controlling body temperature
in such a cold, barren climate if the
y are to survive.
(a) need
(b) needing
(c) to need
(d) was needed
4. -----state of california is also known as the "golden
state" because california’s hills were once believed to be
made of gold.
(a) the
(b) there is a
(c) that the
(d) as the
5. aspartame is a combination of proteins that is much
sweeter----
(a) than sugar does
(b) does cane sugar
(c) cane sugar
(d) than cane sugar
6. current patterns and topography maps of the seas ---- from
satellite photographs.
(a) can be drawn
(b) can drawn
(c) to draw
(d) drawn
7. by the middle of the nioneteenth century, the scientists
and engineers in the united states had began to exert --- over
technology.
(a) influence worldwide a great
(b) a great worldwide influence
(c) influence a great worldwide
(d) a worldwide influence great
8. ----billions of barrels of oil exist in the vast caverns
beneath the pacific oceans
(a) it is estimated that
(b) an estimate that
(c) that is estimated
(d) that the estimate
9. the extent of the stimulant effect of coffee on people
depends on the circumstances ---- the plants grow.
(a) which
(b) which in
(c) in which
(d) in
10. the guitar solo first ---- as a popular form of musical
performance in the twentieth century.
(a) to emerge
(b) emerging
(c) has emerged
(d) emerged
11. --- complex organic compounds originating in cells.
(a) lipieds
(b) lipids are
(c) lipids which are
(d) lipids while they
12. in the western part of nevada ----, a major tourist and
entertainment center.
(a) lies the city of las vegas
(b) the city of las vegas lies there
(c) around the city of las vegas lies
(d) there lies the city of las vegas around
13. work on superconductivity, ---, has attracted a relatively
small number of researchers.
(a) is a very specialized field
(b) which a very specialized field is
(c) a very specialized field
(d) a field very specialized which
14. ---, the fist amendment to the constitution provided for
freedom of speech, press and assembly.
(a) in 1791 they drafted
(b) the draft in 1791
(c) in 1791 was drafted
(d) drafted in 1791
15. when --- in desert climates, the navajo construct lean-tos
as temporary summer shelters.
(a) travel
(b) to travel
(c) traveling them
(d) traveling
written expression
directios: in questions 16-40 each sentence has four
underlined words or phrases. the four undelined parts of the
sentence are marked (a), (b), (c), and (d). identify the one
underlined word or phrase that must be changed in order for
the sentence to be correct. then, on your answer sheet, find
the number of the question and fill in the space that
corresponds to the letter of the answ
er you have chosen.
looke at the following examples:
example 1 sampel answer
in many cities in the world, the air is much more
a b
polluted than it is in the 1970s.
c d
the sentence should read, "in many cities in the world, the
air is much more polluted than it was in the 1970s." there
fore, you should choose (d).
example ii
the computer plays a vital role in development,
a b
communication, and disseminating of ideas in today’s world.
c d
the sentence should read, "the computer plays a vital role in
development, communication, and dissemination of ideas in
today’s world." therefore, youshould choose (c).
now begin work on the questions.
16. for years small communities of researchers have living
underground
a
in parts of the arctic where the climate is harsh and the
winds are
b
strong.
d
17. thomas edison made the first microphone for self by
combining a thin
a b c
reed and a metal conductor together.
d
18. not only do hydroelectric power systems provide people
with irrigation and drinking water, but they also provide
importantly sources of electrical power.
19. the federal communications commission supervises the
suitable and quality of radio.
20. all cars, alike most trains and a few propeller planes,
depend on combustion inside a piston cylinder.
21. the expansion of adult education centers had resulted
partially from the service-based economy, which encouraging
employees to update their skills for the changing job market.
22. the most significant evolutionary characteristic of the
primates are the development of the opposable thumb.
23. ludwig beethoven was often indifferent to the titles of
his composed and was generally oblivious to the names given
them years after their completion.
24. benny goodman’s orchestra, playing his original
compositions and arrangements, achieving a fine distinction
among his peers and contributed numerous innovations to modern
big band jazz.
25. mosquitoes are almost completey deaf, although its tiny
ears can distinguish noise from silence.
26. weed is a horticultural term referring toward unpleasant,
unwanted, or intolerable plant growth.
27. susan b. anthony, the first woman to vote in the united
sates, founded the american women’t suffrage movement, an
institution that have always had a woment’s rights agenda.
28. criminal assault, committed against a member of the
public, may consist of harassing behavior, threatening, or
physical harm to others.
29. the realist movement in art was a reaction against
abstract methods of portray reality.
30. during the 1950’s skilled computer programmers scrce were
in what is now silicon valley.
31. if a atom gains any electrons, it becomes negatively
charged and can combine&n
bsp;with other atoms.
32. the parks and recreation department conduct extensive
research on a great many aspects of the wilderness.
33. the analgesic most commonly administeed in medicine is
aspirin, who produces reduction of pain over a general area.
34. certain types of pumps work properly only in environmens
with controlled precisely pressures.
35. whales, while not as curious than the dolphins, show more
persistence and use of communication in facing a problem.
36. the belief in goblins have existed from the earliest
times, and the leends of many different peoples includes tales
of goblins and their relationship to humans.
37. electronic music enables artists to experiment with many
sounds effects.
38. denver, colorado’s capital and largest city, is industrial
and baning center.
39. a hamster’s sharp teeth can chew through wood, plastic, or
soft metallic such as aluminum.
40. anthropological studies have concluded that deeply hold
belief and principles are highly ressistant to alteration.
this is the end of section 2.
if you finish before time is called, check your work on
section 2 only.
donot read or work on any other section of the test.
the super visor will tell you when to begin work on section 3.
section 3 reading comprehension
directins: in the reading comprehension section you will read
several passages. each one is followed by a number of
questions about it. for questions 1-50, you are to choose the
one best answer (a), (b), (c), or (d), to each question. then,
on your answer sheet, find the number of the question and fill
in the space that corresponds to the letter of answer you have
chosen.
answer all questions about the information in a passage on the
basis of what is stated or implied in that passage.
read the following passage:
there are two genus in the elephant family. each of the genus
include a single species that developed different
characteristics due to geographical isolation. one species is
the african elephant and the other is a asian elephant. the
two types of elephant share a number of common features, such
as a long trunk, large ears and a massive body, but there are
many differences as well. the differences between the
elephants can largely be accounted for by their habitats’
environment.
example i
what is the main purpose of the passage?
(a) to discuss the two different types of elephants.
(b) tio argue the superiority of the african elephant in
adapting to the environment.
(c) to demonstrate the relative intelligence of the two types
of elephant.
(d) to show the similarities of elephants.
the main idea of passage is to discuss the wo different types
of elephants. thereore, you&
nbsp;should choose (a).
example ii
in line 6, the term, "be accounted for` could best be replaced
by
(a) be calculated to
(b) be devided
(c) be determined
(d) be accepted
the term "be accounted for" in line 6 is closet in meaning to
"be determined." therefore, you should choose (c).
now begin work on the questions.
questions 1-10
the popularly applauded designs found in frank lloyd wright’s
integration of architcture, landscaping and interior design,
gave evidence to his belief that the form of a working or
living space should follow from its function within the
community.
line whether working on residential or commercial projects, he
concentraed on creating
(5) an appropriate exterior and interior environment.
in his residentilal housing, functionality translated into a
harmonious relationship with the natural flora, fauna and
geographic disposition of the land. the most famous
modification he implemented in his early " prairie school
houses", the gently sloping roof lines that sought to capture
the contours of the prairie, typified his concept of harmony
with the land. other features included, wide doorways, rooms
ccentrally connected without hallways, extensive use of glass
and widely overhanging eaves which provided extensive shelter.
to emphasize the integrative aspects of his construction, he
tried to incorporate built-in furniture wherever possible.
the larkin building, in buffalo, new york, an examle of
thoroughly practical factory headquarters, demonstrated that,
when designing for the commercial sector, wright’s
functionalism adapted itself to the projec at hand as
eloquently as when he created single-family units. the
building itself is of sufficient width to completely conceal
the factory behind it, creating a neat, organized and
efficient appearance. even more notable than the exterior of
the building, the interior displays wright’s imaginative
talent to the greatest degree.
in order to minimize on cluttered floor space, almost
everything in the office was mobile, particulrly the filing
cabinets, which could be completely hidden from view with a
simple push. the office desks were custom designed from solid
steel with special fold-out chairs that made it much easier to
clean the floors. a special grade of tile was used on the
walls to facilitate cleaning. the zeal which the architect
devoted to integrating the building with the needs of the
office environment extended to the installation of secial
steel toilets which folded into the walls until needed for
use.
1. what is the main topic of the passage?
(a) the life of frank lloyd wright
(b) frank lloyd wright’s design ideas
(c) the commercial buildings of frank lloyd wright
(d) frank lloyd wright’s
prarie school buildings
2. which of the folowing is not menitioned as a field wright
worked in?
(a) landscaping
(b) interior design
(c) architecture
(d) painting
3. in line 3, the word "its" refers to
(a) the community
(b) the function
(c) the form
(d) the space
4. which of the following is not mentioned as an important
consideration of wright’s residential housing?
(a) plant life around the area
(b) the ease of mainteance
(c) animals found in the area
(d) the geography of the building site
5. according to the passage, what is the most distinctive
feature of a "prarie house" design?
(a) the color
(b) the furniture
(c) the wood
(d) the roof line
6. in line 9, the word "typifed" is closest in meaning to
(a) enjoyed
(b) exemplifed
(c) terminated
(d) normalized
7. it can be inferred that wright designed hisown furniture
for the larking building because
(a) he couldn’t find the appropriate colors
(b) he could design his own for less money
(c) he wanted the environment of the building to be integrated
(d) he didn’t trust the quality of other furniture
8. what is the larking building most noted for?
(a) its steel furniture
(b) its high-grade tile
(c) its overall practicality
(d) its exterior architecture
9. in line 22, the word "mobile" most closely means?
(a) portable
(b) raised
(c) sturdy
(d) small
10. what qualities could probably be observed from the larkin
building’s interior design?
(a) neat and organized
(b) solid and stable
(c) extended and clean
(d) wide and efficent
questions 11-20
in america, the movement of housing away from the high-rise
buildings of the inner-cites originated in the 1920s, but was
stalled by the great depression of the 1930s and by world war
ii. after the war a tremendous surge occurred in the
realeastate market with the advent of single-family homes on
relatively small lots--typically less than one-tenth of an
acre. during the 1950s, many large tract developments
encroached on former farmlands near metropolitan areas. the
most dramatic instances of this sprawling effect were
witnessed in western municipalities such as san jose and san
diego whose citycharters defined their boundaries over several
hundred square kilometers. these large parcels of land were
overrun by. standard three bedroom, two bath, "ranch-style"
homes in a few short deoedes.
by the 1960s construction had subsided significantly and
developers began building different kinds of plans to try and
accommodate the changes in the market. those who had taken
advantage of the suburbanization trend in he post-war years
had seen the value of their real estate increase dramatially
and many were anxious to re-invest their assets. in an effort
to reap this&
listening comprehension
the listening comprehension section for the examination is
designed to test your ability to understand spoken
conversations and lecture presentations. all answers in this
section should be based only upon what is stated or implied by
the speakers. you should not take notes or write in your test
book at any time. you should not turn the pages until you are
told to do so.
part a
directions: in part a you will listen to short conversations
between two people. after each conversation, there will be a
spoken question about the ocnversation. none of the
conversations or questions will be repeated. after you hear
the conversation and the question, read the answers written in
your workbook and select the mot appropriate answer. then, on
your answer sheet, find the number that matches the question
you are answering and fill in the letter which corresponds to
the answer you have selected.
listen to an example. sample answer
on the recording you will hear:
in your workbook, you will read;
(a) he will have some time to do it later.
(b) any time but now is okay with him.
(c) the woman should pick up the time.
(d) he would like to check the report now.
you learn form the conversation the man is ready to read the
report. the best answer to the question "what does the man
mean?" is (d), "he would like to check the report now."
therefore, the correct answer is (d).
1. (a) she didn’t want to annoy him.
(b) she wouldn’t sing if he won’t allow it.
(c) she has a new idea to tell him.
(d) she doesn’t care if he can hear.
2. (a) he will not complete his thesis.
(b) he could have troubles in doing both at the same time.
(c) he has completed his thesis and he deserves a vacation.
(d) he is not a very good skier.
3. (a) she did not know the bakers had the pie.
(b) she does not plan to pick them up.
(c) she has not had an opportunity to go.
(d) she does not want the man to stare.
4. (a) she must take him somewhere.
(b) he could find nothing he needed at the department store.
(c) she thought he was someone else.
(d) he’s still waiting for her to apologise.
5. (a) give his speech as many times as he can.
(b) get some exercise before he gives his speech.
(c) begin working on a new speech.
(d) check for problems with his presentation materials.
6. (a) the tickets are ree.
(b) she is not sure if she can buy a ticket.
(c) some members of the team may not attend.
(d) everyone on the team has paid for his ticket.
7. (a) he doesn’t know how to play the tape recorder.
(b) the tape recorder is&nb
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sp;making a strage noise.
(c) he has broken something that the woman lent him.
(d) he is too busy to help the woman with her assignment.
8. (a) a letter from bill.
(b) a receipt from a hardware store.
(c) an increase in their dorm fees.
(d) an expensive holiday.
9. (a) she can hardly make it to the celebration.
(b) she is not haveing a birthday.
(c) she must go to the dentist before the evening.
(d) she needs to appoint a new dentist soon.
10. (a) they are being lined up for delivery.
(b) they are being received by the woman.
(c) they are being forwarded to his new apartment.
(d) they are being picked up by the new line.
11. (a) he is probablysomewhere around.
(b) he should not leave his things lying around.
(c) he could not find his glove.
(d) he is probably playing baseball already.
12. (a) he listened to an impressive lecture.
(b) he didn’t think the lecture was interesting.
(c) he doesn’t have operations in hand right now.
(d) he didn’t rexpect it to last so long.
13. (a) use every minute of their time wisely.
(b) live there until the final time.
(c) finish their assignments early if possible.
(d) save the lab samples.
14. (a) he is ahead in his coursework.
(b) he needs the extra money to get ahead.
(c) he is not making a good decision.
(d)he has a great ability to concentrate.
15. (a) steve often goes to the museum.
(b) they shoul bring steve to the museum.
(c) modern art doesn’t cost too much
(d) it would be a good place to get a gift for steve.
16. (a) he couldn’t get the event organised.
(b) he had to move the location again.
(c) he lost some of the cards last time they played
(d) he couldn’t find his way around the grounds.
17. (a) it has proved to be quite hot.
(b) it has taught him many things
(c) it is easier than expected.
(d) it is a hard class.
18. (a) ask jane to come to the speech before dinner.
(b) tell jane about the speech at dinner.
(c) ask jane to speak to her during dinner.
(d) speak to jane about dinner.
19. (a) they are planning to build a new section to the
building.
(b) the construction requires tuoching up.
(c) it is being reinforced.
(d) it needs further testing.
20. (a) their plane is late as usual.
(b) their plane had to be brought down due to delays.
(c) their plane will not be leaving for a day.
(d) they will simpley have’to wait.
21. (a) she doesn’t think it’ll rain.
(b) she will need to change her raincoat.
(c) she will take his coat along with her.
(d) she will throw it over her shoulder and carry it.
22. (a) bring some extra money.
(b) change the schedule.
(c) go some other place.
(d) wear di
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fferent clothes.
23. (a) he doesn’t like to spend time outside.
(b) he went to the gym yesterday.
(c) he enjoys going out when he has free time.
(d) he would rather exercise than stay in the house.
24. (a) stop burningt eh cookies.
(b) give up baking.
(c) she should try again.
(d) take her responsibilites seriously.
25. (a) he rarely takes them.
(b) he takes them quite regularly.
(c) he stopped taking them.
(d) he only started taking them recently.
26. (a) he went skating last neek.
(b) he can think of noghing he’d rather try.
(c) he has skated in many parts of the world.
(d) he isn’t interested.
27. (a) she doesn’t know what the man is referring to.
(b) a name has not been decided upon.
(c) they haven’t reached the park yet.
(d) she has heard that a decision is coming up.
28. (a) go home and study for his exam.
(b) go to the graduation after he has completed his exams.
(c) go rest until he has recovered from his injury.
(d) go to the graduation with teh woman.
29. (a) he doesn’t understand how he got lost.
(b) he has lost his way many times.
(c) he was surprised that he had been there so many times.
(d) he would prefer not to go again.
30. (a) he would send a letter when he arrived.
(b) he would not be able to make travel arrangements.
(c) he had moved to san francisco.
(d) his manager would not give him the ticket.
part b
directions: in this part, you will her longer discussions. at
the end of each discussion, there will be several questions.
none of the spoken information will be repeated.
after you have heard the question, select the best answer from
you worbook. find the corresponding number on you answer sheet
and fill in the space for the answer you have chosen.
please, do not take notes or write in the workbook.
31. (a) a cr wash.
(b) thanksgiving.
(c) a newspaper.
(d) a message service.
32. (a) they’re trying to win a school competition.
(b) they’re hoping to finance a celebration.
(c) they need their car washed.
(d) they want to put up a large banner.
33. (a) make a banner.
(b) write an article.
(c) study english.
(d) hang up filers.
34. (a) she is competing with him.
(b) she is quite helpful.
(c) she is opposed to his ideas.
(d) she is impractical.
35. (a) the feeding habits of spiders.
(b) a new discovery about spiders.
(c) types of spiders.
(d) the different kinds of spider’s webs.
36. (a) length
(b) width
(c) adhesion
(d) complexity
37. (a) poisoning prey.
(b) providing warmth.
(c) catching branches.
(d) hatching eggs.
38. (a) she was glad she missed it.
(b) she thought it sounded strange.
(c) she wanted to see the show.
(d) she was surprised
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part c
directions: in this part, there will be several talks or
lectures. after each talk, there will be a series of
questions. none of the lectures or questions will be repeated.
after you have heard the question, select the best answer from
you workbook. find the corresponding number on you answer
sheet and fill in the space for the answer you have chosen.
here is an example
on the recording you will hear.
now listen to the first sample question. sample answer
in you workbook, you will read:
(a) how the tone of a piano is affected by its shape.
(b) how to measure a piano’s resonance.
(c) how size makes a piano more expensive.
(d) how to improve your performance with a good piano.
the best answer to the question. "what is the main concern of
the talk?" is (a).
"how the tone of a piano is affected by its shape." therefore,
the correct answer is (a).
now listen to another sample question.
in you workbook you will read.
(a) piano anufacturers
(b) piano tuners
(c) music students
(d) piano buyers
the best answer to the question, "who might be attending the
lecture?" is (c), "music students." therefore, the correct
choice is (c).
remember, you may not write in your workbbok or take notes.
39. (a) the organization o the laboratory
(b) the irst experiment.
(c) the equipment drawers in the lab.
(d) the grading procedure for the class.
40. (a) assignments must be handed in on time.
(b) the students will be allowed to experiment freely.
(c) the students must memorize the contents of their drawers.
(d) a great deal of caution should be used.
41. (a) the upper drawer contains dangerous materials.
(b) the contents of the upper drawer need to be memorized.
(c) they either have chemicals or equipment, but not both.
(d) the students will be graded on their knowledge of the
upper drawer.
42. (a) when there is a lack of discipline in the class.
(b) at the beginning of each class.
(c) before the students have begun using the lab.
(d) after the students have finished their first lab
assigmnment.
43. (a) to make recommendations for faster thinking.
(b) to report the latest advances in memory research.
(c) to relate an experiment conducted on memorization.
(d) to offer advice about memorization problems.
44. (a) nervous energy is decreased.
(b) it is more difficult to remember them.
(c) it reduces memory difficulties.
(d) you can damage your memory.
45. (a) feeling calm and relaxed when meeting people.
(b) writing down the names of people you meet.
(c) remembering the persons’s face.
(d) feeling defensive when meeting new people.
46. (a) repeat the name in you head.
(b) write the name on paper.
(c) visualize
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the name.
(d) control you anxiety.
47. (a)shared meals.
(b) discussions of daily events.
(c) televisions and computers.
(d) sociologists and politicians.
48. (a) communications among family members increased.
(b) they watched television instead of talking.
(c) there was very little knowledge of computers.
(d) the meals were interfering with the television.
49. (a) the restrict distant communications.
(b) they reduce communication at all levels.
(c) they send text instead of voice.
(d) they further reduce communications within families.
50. (a) discuss opinions about the various influences of telecommunications.
(b) evaluate ways to increase communication within families.
(c) identify technological products that increase
communication.
(d) chart the changes in communication caused by technology.
托福模拟（二）1
section 2
structure and written expression time--25 minutes
the structure and written expression section is designed to
measure your ability to recognize language that is appropriate
for standard written english. there are two types of questions
in this section, with special directions for each type.
structure
directions: questions 1-15 are incomplete sentences. beneath
each sentence you will see four words or phrases, marked (a),
(b), (c),and (d). choose the one word or phrase that best
completes the sentence. then, on your answer sheet, ifnd the
number of the question and fill in the space that orresponds
to the letter of the answer you ahve chosen fill in the space
so that the letter inside the oval cannot be seen.
look at the following examples:
example i
for many centuries---the principal raw material sample answer
for making ropes and sails.
(a) then was hemp
(b) the time hemp was
(c) hemp was
(d) hemp
the sentence should read, "for many cenries hemp was the
principle raw material for making ropes and sails." therefore,
you should choose (c).
example ii
the sea anemone, a marine animal related to the jelly fish,
sample answer
looks like a plant----like other animal species.
(a) so
(b) rather than
(c) instead
(d) rather not
the sentence should read, "the sea anemone, a marine animal
related to the jelly fish, looks like a plant rather than like
other animal species." theerefore, you should choose (d).
nowbegin work on the questions.
1. most substances expand when they evaporate so that the
density of a substance’s gas is---of its liquid.
(a) than the lower density
(b) lower than that
(c) the density is lower than that
(d) the lower the density
2. the process by which nerve cells send signals is ---
clearly understood.
(a) none
(b) no
(c) not
(d) nothing
3. arctic animals--- a means of controlling body temperature
in such a cold, barren climate if the
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y are to survive.
(a) need
(b) needing
(c) to need
(d) was needed
4. -----state of california is also known as the "golden
state" because california’s hills were once believed to be
made of gold.
(a) the
(b) there is a
(c) that the
(d) as the
5. aspartame is a combination of proteins that is much
sweeter----
(a) than sugar does
(b) does cane sugar
(c) cane sugar
(d) than cane sugar
6. current patterns and topography maps of the seas ---- from
satellite photographs.
(a) can be drawn
(b) can drawn
(c) to draw
(d) drawn
7. by the middle of the nioneteenth century, the scientists
and engineers in the united states had began to exert --- over
technology.
(a) influence worldwide a great
(b) a great worldwide influence
(c) influence a great worldwide
(d) a worldwide influence great
8. ----billions of barrels of oil exist in the vast caverns
beneath the pacific oceans
(a) it is estimated that
(b) an estimate that
(c) that is estimated
(d) that the estimate
9. the extent of the stimulant effect of coffee on people
depends on the circumstances ---- the plants grow.
(a) which
(b) which in
(c) in which
(d) in
10. the guitar solo first ---- as a popular form of musical
performance in the twentieth century.
(a) to emerge
(b) emerging
(c) has emerged
(d) emerged
11. --- complex organic compounds originating in cells.
(a) lipieds
(b) lipids are
(c) lipids which are
(d) lipids while they
12. in the western part of nevada ----, a major tourist and
entertainment center.
(a) lies the city of las vegas
(b) the city of las vegas lies there
(c) around the city of las vegas lies
(d) there lies the city of las vegas around
13. work on superconductivity, ---, has attracted a relatively
small number of researchers.
(a) is a very specialized field
(b) which a very specialized field is
(c) a very specialized field
(d) a field very specialized which
14. ---, the fist amendment to the constitution provided for
freedom of speech, press and assembly.
(a) in 1791 they drafted
(b) the draft in 1791
(c) in 1791 was drafted
(d) drafted in 1791
15. when --- in desert climates, the navajo construct lean-tos
as temporary summer shelters.
(a) travel
(b) to travel
(c) traveling them
(d) traveling
written expression
directios: in questions 16-40 each sentence has four
underlined words or phrases. the four undelined parts of the
sentence are marked (a), (b), (c), and (d). identify the one
underlined word or phrase that must be changed in order for
the sentence to be correct. then, on your answer sheet, find
the number of the question and fill in the space that
corresponds to the letter of the answ
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er you have chosen.
looke at the following examples:
example 1 sampel answer
in many cities in the world, the air is much more
a b
polluted than it is in the 1970s.
c d
the sentence should read, "in many cities in the world, the
air is much more polluted than it was in the 1970s." there
fore, you should choose (d).
example ii
the computer plays a vital role in development,
a b
communication, and disseminating of ideas in today’s world.
c d
the sentence should read, "the computer plays a vital role in
development, communication, and dissemination of ideas in
today’s world." therefore, youshould choose (c).
now begin work on the questions.
16. for years small communities of researchers have living
underground
a
in parts of the arctic where the climate is harsh and the
winds are
b
strong.
d
17. thomas edison made the first microphone for self by
combining a thin
a b c
reed and a metal conductor together.
d
18. not only do hydroelectric power systems provide people
with irrigation and drinking water, but they also provide
importantly sources of electrical power.
19. the federal communications commission supervises the
suitable and quality of radio.
20. all cars, alike most trains and a few propeller planes,
depend on combustion inside a piston cylinder.
21. the expansion of adult education centers had resulted
partially from the service-based economy, which encouraging
employees to update their skills for the changing job market.
22. the most significant evolutionary characteristic of the
primates are the development of the opposable thumb.
23. ludwig beethoven was often indifferent to the titles of
his composed and was generally oblivious to the names given
them years after their completion.
24. benny goodman’s orchestra, playing his original
compositions and arrangements, achieving a fine distinction
among his peers and contributed numerous innovations to modern
big band jazz.
25. mosquitoes are almost completey deaf, although its tiny
ears can distinguish noise from silence.
26. weed is a horticultural term referring toward unpleasant,
unwanted, or intolerable plant growth.
27. susan b. anthony, the first woman to vote in the united
sates, founded the american women’t suffrage movement, an
institution that have always had a woment’s rights agenda.
28. criminal assault, committed against a member of the
public, may consist of harassing behavior, threatening, or
physical harm to others.
29. the realist movement in art was a reaction against
abstract methods of portray reality.
30. during the 1950’s skilled computer programmers scrce were
in what is now silicon valley.
31. if a atom gains any electrons, it becomes negatively
charged and can combine&n
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32. the parks and recreation department conduct extensive
research on a great many aspects of the wilderness.
33. the analgesic most commonly administeed in medicine is
aspirin, who produces reduction of pain over a general area.
34. certain types of pumps work properly only in environmens
with controlled precisely pressures.
35. whales, while not as curious than the dolphins, show more
persistence and use of communication in facing a problem.
36. the belief in goblins have existed from the earliest
times, and the leends of many different peoples includes tales
of goblins and their relationship to humans.
37. electronic music enables artists to experiment with many
sounds effects.
38. denver, colorado’s capital and largest city, is industrial
and baning center.
39. a hamster’s sharp teeth can chew through wood, plastic, or
soft metallic such as aluminum.
40. anthropological studies have concluded that deeply hold
belief and principles are highly ressistant to alteration.
this is the end of section 2.
if you finish before time is called, check your work on
section 2 only.
donot read or work on any other section of the test.
the super visor will tell you when to begin work on section 3.
section 3 reading comprehension
directins: in the reading comprehension section you will read
several passages. each one is followed by a number of
questions about it. for questions 1-50, you are to choose the
one best answer (a), (b), (c), or (d), to each question. then,
on your answer sheet, find the number of the question and fill
in the space that corresponds to the letter of answer you have
chosen.
answer all questions about the information in a passage on the
basis of what is stated or implied in that passage.
read the following passage:
there are two genus in the elephant family. each of the genus
include a single species that developed different
characteristics due to geographical isolation. one species is
the african elephant and the other is a asian elephant. the
two types of elephant share a number of common features, such
as a long trunk, large ears and a massive body, but there are
many differences as well. the differences between the
elephants can largely be accounted for by their habitats’
environment.
example i
what is the main purpose of the passage?
(a) to discuss the two different types of elephants.
(b) tio argue the superiority of the african elephant in
adapting to the environment.
(c) to demonstrate the relative intelligence of the two types
of elephant.
(d) to show the similarities of elephants.
the main idea of passage is to discuss the wo different types
of elephants. thereore, you&
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nbsp;should choose (a).
example ii
in line 6, the term, "be accounted for` could best be replaced
by
(a) be calculated to
(b) be devided
(c) be determined
(d) be accepted
the term "be accounted for" in line 6 is closet in meaning to
"be determined." therefore, you should choose (c).
now begin work on the questions.
questions 1-10
the popularly applauded designs found in frank lloyd wright’s
integration of architcture, landscaping and interior design,
gave evidence to his belief that the form of a working or
living space should follow from its function within the
community.
line whether working on residential or commercial projects, he
concentraed on creating
(5) an appropriate exterior and interior environment.
in his residentilal housing, functionality translated into a
harmonious relationship with the natural flora, fauna and
geographic disposition of the land. the most famous
modification he implemented in his early " prairie school
houses", the gently sloping roof lines that sought to capture
the contours of the prairie, typified his concept of harmony
with the land. other features included, wide doorways, rooms
ccentrally connected without hallways, extensive use of glass
and widely overhanging eaves which provided extensive shelter.
to emphasize the integrative aspects of his construction, he
tried to incorporate built-in furniture wherever possible.
the larkin building, in buffalo, new york, an examle of
thoroughly practical factory headquarters, demonstrated that,
when designing for the commercial sector, wright’s
functionalism adapted itself to the projec at hand as
eloquently as when he created single-family units. the
building itself is of sufficient width to completely conceal
the factory behind it, creating a neat, organized and
efficient appearance. even more notable than the exterior of
the building, the interior displays wright’s imaginative
talent to the greatest degree.
in order to minimize on cluttered floor space, almost
everything in the office was mobile, particulrly the filing
cabinets, which could be completely hidden from view with a
simple push. the office desks were custom designed from solid
steel with special fold-out chairs that made it much easier to
clean the floors. a special grade of tile was used on the
walls to facilitate cleaning. the zeal which the architect
devoted to integrating the building with the needs of the
office environment extended to the installation of secial
steel toilets which folded into the walls until needed for
use.
1. what is the main topic of the passage?
(a) the life of frank lloyd wright
(b) frank lloyd wright’s design ideas
(c) the commercial buildings of frank lloyd wright
(d) frank lloyd wright’s
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prarie school buildings
2. which of the folowing is not menitioned as a field wright
worked in?
(a) landscaping
(b) interior design
(c) architecture
(d) painting
3. in line 3, the word "its" refers to
(a) the community
(b) the function
(c) the form
(d) the space
4. which of the following is not mentioned as an important
consideration of wright’s residential housing?
(a) plant life around the area
(b) the ease of mainteance
(c) animals found in the area
(d) the geography of the building site
5. according to the passage, what is the most distinctive
feature of a "prarie house" design?
(a) the color
(b) the furniture
(c) the wood
(d) the roof line
6. in line 9, the word "typifed" is closest in meaning to
(a) enjoyed
(b) exemplifed
(c) terminated
(d) normalized
7. it can be inferred that wright designed hisown furniture
for the larking building because
(a) he couldn’t find the appropriate colors
(b) he could design his own for less money
(c) he wanted the environment of the building to be integrated
(d) he didn’t trust the quality of other furniture
8. what is the larking building most noted for?
(a) its steel furniture
(b) its high-grade tile
(c) its overall practicality
(d) its exterior architecture
9. in line 22, the word "mobile" most closely means?
(a) portable
(b) raised
(c) sturdy
(d) small
10. what qualities could probably be observed from the larkin
building’s interior design?
(a) neat and organized
(b) solid and stable
(c) extended and clean
(d) wide and efficent
questions 11-20
in america, the movement of housing away from the high-rise
buildings of the inner-cites originated in the 1920s, but was
stalled by the great depression of the 1930s and by world war
ii. after the war a tremendous surge occurred in the
realeastate market with the advent of single-family homes on
relatively small lots--typically less than one-tenth of an
acre. during the 1950s, many large tract developments
encroached on former farmlands near metropolitan areas. the
most dramatic instances of this sprawling effect were
witnessed in western municipalities such as san jose and san
diego whose citycharters defined their boundaries over several
hundred square kilometers. these large parcels of land were
overrun by. standard three bedroom, two bath, "ranch-style"
homes in a few short deoedes.
by the 1960s construction had subsided significantly and
developers began building different kinds of plans to try and
accommodate the changes in the market. those who had taken
advantage of the suburbanization trend in he post-war years
had seen the value of their real estate increase dramatially
and many were anxious to re-invest their assets. in an effort
to reap this&
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