Unit 4 Review

满分150分；时间120分钟。

第一部分 听力（共两节，满分30分）

第一节 （共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分）

听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。

1. When will the plane leave？

A. At 8：00. B. At 9：00. C. At 10：00.

2. Why will the speakers stop the car？

A. To shop for food. B. To buy petrol. C. To repair the car.

3. What does the woman think of cash payment？

A. Economical. B. Convenient. C. Difficult.

4. Where was the woman born？

A. In the US. B. In Japan. C. In South Korea.

5. What did the speakers do last week？

A. They had a celebration dinner.

B. They went to see a newborn baby.

C. They sent mails to their neighbors.

第二节 （共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分）

听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。

听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。

6. What is the woman trying out for？

A. A film. B. A play. C. A TV show.

7. What will the woman probably do next？

A. Do some research. B. Talk to a leader. C. Read some lines.

听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。

8. What page is Lily reading now？

A. The sports. B. The business. C. The weather.

9. What will the weather be like tomorrow？

A. Sunny. B. Cloudy. C. Rainy.

聽第8段材料，回答第10至12题。

10. Where does the conversation probably take place？

A. On a train. B. In a library. C. In a classroom.

11. What kind of book does the man like best？

A. Traveling. B. Food. C. Science.

12. What is the woman trying to become？

A. A historian. B. A doctor. C. A scientist.

听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。

13. What do we know about the man？

A. He thinks saving money is unnecessary.

B. He spends less money than before.

C. He liked to save money in the past.

14. What percentage of her pay does the woman aim to save each month？

A. 10%. B. 30%. C. 50%.

15. What does the woman say about saving money？

A. Its a culture. B. Its very hard. C. It brings surprises.

16. What does the man ask the woman to do？

A. Talk to her mother. B. Give him some advice. C. Open a bank account.

听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。

17. What language did the speaker learn from the teacher？

A. French. B. German. C. English.

18. What can we learn about the speakers coursebook？

A. It was very modern. B. It had a red back cover. C. It was full of pictures.

19. How does the speaker feel about having classes？

A. Bored. B. Tired. C. Pleased.

20. How long did the speaker once stay in America？

A. Two years. B. One year. C. Three weeks.

第二部分 阅读理解（共两节，满分40分）

第一节 （共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分）

阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。

A

Do you love music？ If you are a music lover， there are some music festivals for you to learn about.

Strawberry Music Festival

Held at the most beautiful fairgrounds （露天市场） in California， Strawberry Music Festival takes over the Nevada County Fairgrounds every Memorial Day for four days of family fun. This park offers the perfect environment for camping and performances by some of the top artists.

Tree Town Music Festival

You dont have to be in the Southwest or in Texas to enjoy yourself in the country lifestyle. The Tree Town Music Festival in Forest City， Iowa， is a great example of country fun in the Midwest. The festival features camping and live music from some of the biggest names in modern countries.

Indian Music & Dance Festival

This festival shows respect for the traditions of India and its people. Food， music and performances are top attractions and display the Indian heritage proudly. Yoga fans can catch a relaxing practice through kirtan （唱誦）. This experience of Indian culture is fun for all ages.

SXSW Music Festival

The festival is a global music event taking place every March in Austin， Texas. Each year the SXSW Music Festival receives a wonderful mix of artists performing in bars， clubs， parks and more in Austin， Texas. Not limited in the sort or area focus， audiences can enjoy different kinds of musical styles at SXSW.

21. What can we do at Tree Town Music Festival？

A. Play live music. B. Enjoy country life.

C. Have fun at summer camps. D. Appreciate the local heritage.

22. What is special about Indian Music & Dance Festival？

A. It shows Indian culture.    B. It provides spaces for camping.

C. It provides activities for children. D. It has performances by top artists.

23. Which festival is held in Texas according to the text？

A. Indian Music & Dance Festival. B. Tree Town Music Festival.

C. Strawberry Music Festival. D. SXSW Music Festival.

B

Leslie Jones is a well-known comedian and actress， best known for her time on “Saturday Night Live” （SNL） and her work in stand-up comedy. Her journey into comedy started unexpectedly.

When she was a college freshman， a friend signed her up for a campus comedy contest. Despite having no previous experience in stand-up， she immediately felt comfortable on stage and won the contest. This experience lit her passion for comedy. However， Leslie Jones faced challenges in pursuing （追求） a professional comedy career.

At the age of 19， she received advice from Jamie Foxx， who suggested that she needed more life experiences to draw material from for her comedy. Foxx advised her to go out， live life， work various jobs， and gain a broader range of experiences to enrich her comedy. Jones took Foxxs advice to heart and took on a series of jobs， including working as a justice of the peace at weddings and even working for a construction company. Throughout these experiences， she kept her ultimate goal of becoming a comedian in mind.

In her memoir， Leslie Jones， she reflects on her upbringing as a military brat， her journey through the male-dominated world of comedy clubs， and her eventual breakthrough when she joined the cast of SNL in 2014 at the age of 47.

One unique aspect of Leslie Jones comedy style is her commitment to physical comedy， even if it sometimes results in injury. Shes willing to take risks and use her physicality to get laughs from her audience. Shes known for her energetic and bold performances， which often involve physical performance or exaggerated movements.

In summary， Leslie Jones comedy career began unexpectedly in college， and despite facing initial challenges， she pursued a variety of life experiences to enrich her comedy. Her devotion to physical comedy and her unique approach have contributed to her success in the entertainment industry.

24. What can we know about Leslie Jones from Paragraph 2？

A. She was afraid of standing on stage. B. She performed with ease in the contest.

C. She had challenges in contacting people. D. She started her comedy career designedly.

25. Why did Leslie Jones do all kinds of work？

A. To make her comedy colorful. B. To give some advice on Foxx.

C. To remember her ultimate goal. D. To keep her friendship with Foxx.

26. What made Leslie Jones successful in comedy？

A. The spirit of taking risks. B. The help from her friend.

C. Her unique physical performance. D. Her desire for gaining experiences.

27. What word can best describe Leslie Jones？

A. Responsible. B. Easy-going. C. Generous. D. Hard-working.

C

According to a new study from Oxford Economics， a rise in artificial intelligence will result in an increase in “income （收入） inequality” as they estimate that 20 million manufacturing jobs will be lost in the next 11 years. In China alone， there could be 14 million robots taking work currently done by humans by 2030. While in the United States， more than 1.5 million workers would have lost their employment to technology by 2030.

The report predicts the use of robots worldwide has increased to 2.25 million over the past two decades. The researchers said， “As a result of robotization， tens of millions of jobs will be lost， especially in poorer economies that rely on lower-skilled workers， which will therefore translate into an increase in income inequality.”

However， the researchers noted how “robotization” has the potential to boost productivity and economic growth. They predicted a 5.3 percent rise in global gross domestic product （GDP） in 2030. The report said， “This means adding an extra $4.9 trillion per year to the global economy by 2030 （in todays prices）.”

The report remained positive about the use of automation and urged lawmakers not to stand in the way of robots in the workplace， despite the threat of job losses.

The researchers said， “These findings should not lead policy-makers to seek to prevent the adoption of robot technology. Instead， the challenge should be to distribute the robot profits more evenly by helping workers prepare for and adapt to the big changes it will bring about. Explore all policy options from training， initiatives （新方案） and new welfare programs such as universal basic income.”

28. What causes the potential job loss according to the text？

A. Population growth. B. Poor economy.

C. Lower-skilled workers. D. Robotic technology.

29. What can we infer about the robotization in manufacturing industry？

A. It may enlarge the gap between rich and poor. B. It may increase competition in lawmaking.

C. It has helped increase the global income. D. It has been universally recognized.

30. What do the researchers suggest to policy-makers in the last paragraph？

A. Boosting economic development.

B. Providing citizens with lifelong education.

C. Slowing down the spread of robot technology.

D. Protecting workers interests while adopting robot technology.

31. What is the researchers attitude towards “robotization”？

A. Suspicious. B. Favorable. C. Conservative. D. Critical.

D

Do we still need cash？ The days of holding notes in our hands may be numbered. The advancement of technology of new electronic and mobile device in todays world is set to revolutionize how we make payments. With a click of a mobile-phone app， our entire wealth is literally at our fingertips. As digital forms are increasingly replacing cash payments， some think that we should become fully cash-free. However， I do not believe we should move towards a completely cash-free society.

One of the main concerns of a cashless world is the risk of cheating and the inconvenience that follows. The instant content that accompanies cashless transactions （交易） could be compromised by online security issues. Technology experts argue that our current state of technology is unable to provide a secure cashless environment that could prevent people from accessing the system illegally and abusing the personal data. In addition， many online shopping sites lack strong systems that would protect their customers personal data. Occasionally， when an account is “locked” due to a suspected cheating activity， having cash in hand becomes critical. In a cashless society， a victim of cheating would find himself locked out of his account and unable to access his money until the case is solved. Going cash-free causes great inconvenience in this case.

Another reason is that mankind might potentially become less thrifty （節俭的）. Paying in cash causes a psychological pain on consumers so that they are more cautious in their spending. As it is， cashless payments have already eased that pain somewhat. Thus， an even more careless digital payment could make us much less thrifty.

The idea of cashless society is a very real， or even an exciting one. However， to safeguard the interests of all users， it is better to soften our enthusiasm—perhaps to be a less-cash society rather than a completely cashless one is a more working option.

32. What can replace the underlined word “numbered” in Paragraph 1？

A. Discussed. B. Reminded. C. Limited. D. Loved.

33. What is the authors worry about cashless transactions according to Paragraph 2？

A. The lack of safety. B. The loss of phones. C. Careless payments. D. The desire to purchase.

34. Talking about a cashless world， the author .

A. is directly against it B. gives a warm welcome to it

C. calls on it to come later D. hopes cash and cashless payments co-exist

35. What can be the best title for the text？

A. Going Against the Cashless Wave B. Going Completely Cashless Is True

C. Stopping Moving Towards Cashless D. We Do Not Need Cash Any Longer

第二节 （共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分）

根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。

How to Start a Business

Unemployment rate is so high in present society that many young people are thinking about starting their own business. However， setting up on your own will by no means be easy. 36

Make a business plan.

If you decide to start a business， the first thing you must do is to draw up a realistic business plan—this is a working document that describes the business， its objectives， its financial forecasts and so on. A bank would consider lending money if you show a business plan.

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Once you have a detailed business plan and enough evidence to believe that your idea is viable

（可行的）， it is time to go and see the bank manager. It is important to shop around to find which bank offers the best deal and who you feel most comfortable with. 38

Develop a survival strategy.

Make sure you are running your business correctly by the law. One of the biggest stumbling blocks to people starting a business can be understanding all the legislation （法规）. 39 It can be confusing if you have never run your own business.

Get yourself noticed.

In order to make your business a success， you must ensure that consumers know it exists. 40 For example， if you are running a local plumbing company，  then delivering leaflets in your area would be the best option.

A. Get access to finance.

B. Be sure to attract much attention.

C. The tips below may help you to start a business.

D. So it is really important to make a business plan.

E. That can be tax， employment， trade and safety or environment.

F. Choosing how to advertise depends on the type of the business.

G. Make sure what youre getting is right for you and your business.

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第三部分 語言知识运用（共两节，满分45分）

第一节 （共20小题；每小题1.5分，满分30分）

阅读下面短文，从短文后各题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。

When I was a child， my father took me to see Zig Ziglar. I remember sitting in that dark hall listening to Mr Ziglar raise everyones 41 up to the ceiling. I left there saying， “Dad， I want to make people feel like that.” My father asked me what I 42 . “I want to be a motivational speaker just like Mr Ziglar，” I replied. A 43 was born.

Recently， I began pursuing my dream of 44 others. After a four-year relationship with a major fortune 100 company as a regional sales manager， I left the company at the point of my 45 . Many people were shocked and they asked why I would 46 everything for a dream.

I decided to start my own company and leave my 47 position after attending a regional sales meeting. The vice-president of our company 48 a speech that changed my life. I realized that everything I had 49 —the graduate degree， the successful 50 career， managing for a fortune 100 company had prepared me for this moment. When I tearfully told my boss my 51 ， this incredible leader replied， “ 52 with confidence and you will be successful.”

Having made that decision， I was immediately 53 . One week after I gave notice， my 54 was  laid off （解雇） from his job. We needed to 55 the monthly mortgage （抵押貸款）. It was 56 to go back to my former company， but I didnt. I moved forward 57 .

When I held 58 to my dream， the miracles really began to happen. My husband found a better job. And I was able to book several 59 engagements with new clients. I discovered the incredible power of dreams. To celebrate my success I had a local artist paint my new office as a garden. At the top of one wall she painted， “The world always 60 the dreamer.”

41. A. efforts B. hopes C. spirits  D. brains

42. A. meant B. recognized C. concluded D. found

43. A. curiosity B. dream C. purpose D. challenge

44. A. handling B. saving C. inspiring D. promising

45. A. career B. idea C. list D. heart

46. A. risk B. exchange C. lose D. refuse

47. A. wrong B. secure C. terrible D. selected

48. A. wrote B. prepared C. heard D. delivered

49. A. achieved B. imagined C. arranged D. recommended

50. A. creating B. speech C. sale D. education

51. A. hobbies B. plans C. jobs D. issues

52. A. Turn around B. Call off C. Stay up D. Go ahead

53. A. tested B. warned C. reminded D. touched

54. A. father B. friend C. husband D. brother

55. A. get B. pay C. check D. provide

56. A. causal B. interesting C. scaring D. attractive

57. A. firmly B. anxiously C. carefully D. fearfully

58. A. deep B. fast C. close D. still

59. A. working B. investing C. speaking D. learning

60. A. take aim at B. pay attention to C. keep contact with D. make way for

第二节 （共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分）

阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。

The Internet has brought us 61 convenience of shopping at our leisure in the comfort of our own home. However， for many， the appeal of shopping 62 bargains （减价品） and treats can turn into an addiction. Experts believe there is a danger that online shopping can develop into a mental illness. 63   （research） from the Hannover Medical School in Germany have called it “Buying-Shopping Disorder”（BSD）. They say this condition should 64 （recognize） by the medical profession as an illness and should not

65 （simple） be classed as one of the various “impulse （隨兴的） control” disorders. Psychotherapist Dr Astrid Miller said， “It really is time 66 （accumulate） further knowledge about BSD on the Internet.”

Dr Miller and her colleagues 67 （conduct） research on data from earlier studies on compulsive shopping. Their research focused on 122 patients 68 sought treatment for BSD. Dr Miller reported that about five percent of the population may be suffering from BSD. She added that younger people are

69 （likely） to develop it and that they experience greater levels of anxiety and depression. People with BSD readily exhibit negative behaviors. These include buying expensive things they dont need， never 70 （use） things they order， buying things for instant satisfaction， and ending up in debt. BSD can destroy marriages， relationships and mental health.

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第四部分 写作（共两节，满分35分）

第一节 短文改错（共10小题；每小题1分，满分10分）

假定英语课上老师要求同桌之间交换修改作文，请你修改你同桌写的以下作文。文中共有10处语言错误，每句中最多有兩处。每处错误仅涉及一个单词的增加、删除或修改。

增加：在缺词处加一个漏字符号（∧），并在其下面写出该加的词。

删除：把多余的词用斜线（﹨）划掉。

修改：在错的词下划一横线，并在该词下面写出修改后的词。

注意：1. 每处错误及其修改均仅限一词；

2．只允许修改10处，多者（从第11处起）不计分。

It was about 6 oclock when I was walking along the road， heading home from school. The wind blew so hard that， and all of a sudden， an advertising board by the roadside were blown down to the ground. Before realizing that had happened， she was knocked down by the board. I feel great pain in my legs and couldnt move. At that moment， a man ran up to help me. Seen I was badly hurt， he drove me to the hospital immediate. After calling my parents， the man left with leaving my name and address. What I remember is that he is middle-aged man. I want to find the man and express my thank.

第二节 书面表达（满分25分）

假定你是李华，你班就“无现金支付”这一话题展开了讨论。请你用英语写一篇短文介绍你们讨论的结果，并向你校英文报投稿。内容包括：

1. 介绍讨论结果；

2. 陈述你的观点。

注意：

1. 词数100左右（开头已给出，不计入总词数）；

2. 可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。

参考词汇：冲动消费 impulsive consumption

Our class had a discussion about non-cash payments. Opinions vary on this topic.