复旦大学2002年博士研究生入学考试英语试题 8
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Paper One 7377g'jL
Part Ⅰ Listening (15%)（略） z(>QGzyc
Part Ⅱ Reading Comprehension (30%) I&m' a
Directions: There are 4 reading passages in this part. Each passage is followed by some questions or unfinished statements. For each of them there are four choices marked A., B., C. and D.. You should decide on the best choice and mark the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the centre. Eh)VT{vp
Passage 1 #4JL
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One of the greatest mysteries in the study of Cetacea［aquatic mammals］ has always been that the creatures found in the stomachs of toothed whales show no teeth marks. Now a University of California at Santa Cruz professor thinks he may have solved the enigma with what he calls the “big bang” theory of cetacean predation. {o 2 qY|S
Ken Norris, natural history professor, believes that rather than use their teeth to attack their victims, toothed whales stun their prey with intense bursts of sound. He points out that all 68 species of odontocetes (a sub-order that includes dolphins) use sound to locate their victims, and suggests this ability may have evolved to the point where it could be used as a weapon. Rj4 C-X 4=
Millions of years ago, the ancestors of whales had a narrow tapered jaw, streamlined for speed and bristling with long rows of sharp teeth. Today odontocetes are not adapted to surprising their prey or trapping it quickly. Most are more bulky than their forebearers; their teeth are short and unevenly spaced when they exist at all. Norris suggests that because of their sonar ability, whales' teeth have become vestigial, like the human appendix. _9JFlBx
It is difficult to test the big bang theory because in captivity, cetaceans tend to moderate their sonar so as not to deafen other creatures in their small, highly reflective tanks. Dolphins are known to politely turn off their echolocation systems when passing one another. And in the wild it's hard to tell whether a sound came from a nearby animal or form another very far away. M >[
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But Norris points to the male narwhal as tacit proof of his theory. This whale has no teeth, and the single spiral tusk that extends about eight feet in front of him would seem to be more of an impediment than an aid in catching shrimp, his preferred feed. “You look at these animals and you wonder what's going on.” W+/_0GgQ3
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A. debate B. fact C. mystery D. proof N #ZWW6
22. The primary purpose of this passage is to . 1;H"4u_IG&
A. argue for a ban on the capture of whales and dolphins 7~F~ 'V
B. describe the evolution of whales 0#DEh|?
C. report a possible explanation for the lack of teeth marks on whales' victims /
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D. reveal the flaws in the “big bang” theory of cetacean predation ZOM Yo ]
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A. direct B. lessen C. move to middle D. use i#h FpZ6u
24. What is the “big bang” theory of cetacean predation? . yi*EobP
A. Sixty-eight species of odontocetes use sound to locate their victims B. Toothed whales use sound as weapons n=bdV(?4
C. Whales and humans have vestigial structures W7
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D. Whale teeth, once sharp, have become somewhat short and uneven I8j:{*h
25. It can be concluded from the passage that the “big bang” theory is . `:;q4zi j;
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C. an unsupported opinion D. an idea with some supporting evidence P!E2.K,
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Olga had always enjoyed the character-centered books written by Adele Kwan and wanted to read another one if it seemed interesting and was written in the same style. Olga wasn't sure, however, whether she should spend part of her savings on Kwan's latest book, The Newcomer. She hoped the following book reviews in her high school newspaper would help her make a decision. E "}@SaB-
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I just finished reading Adele Kwan's latest novel, The Newcomer, and was disappointed. In my opinion the book does not have enough plot to be considered a novel. w $6Z}M1d
The newcomer in this book is Violet Wang. She's fifteen when her family moves from San Franciso's Chinatown to a small town in Washington State. In this town everyone knows each other, and none of the other residents are Chinese. Violet's challenge is to fit in. Sensitive and intelligent, she amuses shoes who know her well but is shy and reserved with strangers. Jp_#pV*}:
These circumstances could have provided the basis for an interesting story. I particularly enjoyed learning about Chinese American culture and Violet's strong family ties. However, this book has no real plot. There is no action to follow. Instead the author emphasizes what is happening in Violet's head as she finds her way in her new home. We are introduced to new characters and situations only as they are viewed by the introspective Violet. When she arrives at her new school, for example, the reader is forced to endure page after page describing Violet's classrooms, classmates, and teachers, with no excitement to keep us involved in the story. d_M+W@{
If this had been a historical novel, at least the text could have elucidated what life was like during a past era. If it had been a mystery, I would have had a reason to move form one page to the next. Furthermore, Violet would have had a more intriguing way to demonstrate her intelligence and sensitivity. z__?k Y
As it is, I found The Newcomer uninteresting. The lack of plot and the reliance on a single character to support the entire book make for a dull, slow-moving reading experience. Although Ms. Kwan writes well, she has failed to presser a story worth reading. *
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In last week's edition I read “Novel Without a Plot”, an unflattering review of Adele Kwan's latest novel, I too, have read The Newcomer, and I strongly disagree with. e5>'H!)
Carlo Dante's evaluation of this fine novel. Dante claims The Newcomer lacks a plot. He fails to recognize that some novels are plot-driven and others are character-centered. Clearly Dante prefers to read the former and feels justified in imposing his preference on all of us. There are many readers who do not require a story to propel us feverishly from one action-packed moment to the next. We are content to get to know an interesting character who encounters challenges and tries various ways to overcome them. UGI< V!
Violet Wang is a wouderful example of this type of character, and we are fortunate that the novel-is told form her point of view. We first experience her world in San Francisco, where she is surrounded by Chinese American traditions and the support of an extended family. We feel her confusion and traumatic sense of loss as she must leave all that is familiar to her. gK`w|kh`
When Violet arrives in the area that will be her new home, we see its beauty and mystery through her eyes. As she tries to adjust to life in a place where she feels like an outsider, many of us may remember similar times in our own lives. We ache when she hurts and feel triumph in our hearts when she experiences progrees. 1.F
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I won's tell you why. Violet has had to make such a drastic life change or how she comes to terms with it. Unlike Dante, I think that most readers would greatly enjoy this book. In these times of actionadventure movies and computer games, many have lost the patience to be readers, thinkers, and emotional beings. I think that someone who fails to see the value in this book is missing out on a lot. v 62_VT2v
26. When Olga read Rachel Blythe's review, she probably felt . Qk:Lo*!
A. encouraged B. indifferent C. confused D. depressed |cf-S8pwY
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A. Voicing his disappointment in Adele Kwan's latest novel, Carlo Dante writhes a book review criticizing the book as uninteresting lacking in plot. $TXxhd 6
B. To help her decide whether to purchase Adele Kwan's new book, The Newcomer, Olga reads opposing book reviews in her high school newspaper. { uaDpRt
C. As a supporter of character-centrered novels, Rachel Blythe writes a book review defending Adele Kwan's The Newcomer because she feels many people will enjoy the book. M}x%'=Pox
D. Olga enjoys the character-centered books of Adele Kwan and would like to read another one if it is interesting and is written in the same style. DFK@/. V
28. Based on information in the reviews, with which statement would both Carlo Dante and Rachel Blythe probably agree? &sWr)>vs
A. The Newcomer is an action-adventure story. 1N8] ~ j
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D. Violet has a strong bond with family members. Nrr})
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29. Which conclusion is best supported by information in the passage? M?eP1v:<+G
A. Rachel Blythe and Olga have similar reading tastes. Qh1pX}X
B. Adele Kwan is a best-selling author. Xb%q9Z
C. Rachel Blythe does not read novels that are plot-driven. \5r^D|Rp}
D. Violet has become more outspoken since her move. G<$
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Violet's primary source of conflict stems from her . S{+t>en
A. not being fluent in Chinese lPR=C0h}@
B. difficulties with her schoolwork E(r_mF7:
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The Parthenon, a building in Athens, Greece, is perhaps one of the most memorable structures on Earth. Built 25 centuries ago, it is one of the great architectural of the ancient world. There are many reasons for its greatness. '@t$3
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Athens was the most important city in ancient Greece. In 480 B.C. Greece was under attack by both the Persian army and the Persian navy. The Athenian commander, Themistocles, knew that his forces could not defeat the Persian army then marching toward Athens. Hoping instead to make a stand against the Persians at sea, Themistocles and his forces fled Athens for a nearby island. Although the Persian army overwhelmed Athens and left it in ruins, the Greek navy, led by Themistocles, annihilated the Persian fleet. This victory by the Greeks led all Persian forces to retreat within one year. oRWje#4O
About 30 years later the building of the Parthenon began. Construction took place between 447 and 432 B.C. During the rule of Pericles. The Parthenon was constructed on the same site as an unfinished structure intended to honor the men who had lost their in an earlier battle against the Persians. The Parthenon would stand as a symbol of the strength lives and importance of the Greek people. 5~[7| Y
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Many important cities in ancient Greece had an acropolis, or “high city,” on which people constructed important buildings. The acropolis was the highest and most defensible location, so it also served as a fortress in the event of enemy attack. The Parthenon is located about 500 feet above the city of Athens. Before the Parthenon could be built, some areas of the acropolis had to be leveled down, and other areas had to built up. Then a large, solid foundation wa constructed out to limestone blocks. The entire area was buttressed by a reinforcing wall. mAW.p=;
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The Parthenon is a rectangular structure consisting of two inner areas surrounded by columns. There are eight columns at each end and seventeen columns along each side. It is a large structure, considering when it wa built. It is about 200 feet long and about 100 feet wide. It stands about 60 feet high. og}R i!^
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One extraordinary aspect of the Parthenon is its construction. It required between 20 000 and 30 000 tons of marble that had to be precisely carved so that huge blocks of it could be fitted together without mortar to form the columns and interior walls. > <
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Perhaps even more impressive are the “optical corrections” that were used. The columns bulge slightly in the middle because expedrience had shown the Greeks that perfectly straight columns would not look straight to viewer. Because corner columns normally appear smaller than others, the comer columns of the Parthenon were made slightly thicker and were placed closer to the other columns. The columns were also designed to lean inward slightly because perfectly perpendicular columns seem to slant outward. Furthermore the platform on which the Parthenon sits was made to curve upward in the middle because perfectly level floor would appear to sag in the center. ,UY1.tR(
The Parthenon stands today despite the centuries that have passed. It is a timeless tribute to the enduring culture of the Greek people and is considered a model of excellence in concept and construction. It established the classic style of architecture seen today in many public buildings, such as the White House and the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C. This architectural style is a lasting gift from the ancient Greeks to the modern world. [I
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Passage 4
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Sally Kemmerer has, so far, escaped Northern California's rolling blackouts. ;U* /\+*h
But up on the roof for her Oakland home, workers are tapping into, perhaps, the most reliable power source, the sun. It could mean no more worries about blackouts or power rates. t8^1wA@@V
Sally Kemmerer, homeowner says, “I hope that we'll be able to zero xp^RAVXq`
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Turning the sun's rays into electricity is, of course, nothing new. ,H]%4
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But California's power crisis has cast a new light on the technology. )~U1sW&t
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Gary Gerber, a solar power contractor, says, “I might have been getting, say three phone calls a week a couple of months age. I'm getting six a day now, it's completely crazy.” J2z /XHS
Alternative energy is even more attractive, thanks to a state rebate program. So far this month, California's energy commission has received 200 project applications. That is more than the number of applications all last year. 2R/|/>T v
Putting in a solar roof is still a relatively expensive proposition. This project cost around 45000 dollars. Even taking into account the state subsidy of 12000 dollars, that leaves a net cost to the homeowner of around 33000 dollars. 1VJ${\H]
Sally says, “We were happy to find out that, eventually, the system should pay for itself, you know 20-years, maybe.” ;R?@
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Aaron Wellendorf has had a p-v (or photovoltaic generator) for more than a year. Like most solar systems, his is not off the grid completely the utility still kicks in at night, or when there's no sun. But when there is bright light, things change. hYJzF.DW<$
Wellendorf says, “I'm turning my meter backward with extra power that I'm generating.” Backward? }3#\vn0gT
That's right! Wellendorf's meter tracks how much power goes back into the utility grid. Last year all the paid for electricity was a service charge. That charge was around five dollars a month. &;@L]
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In fact, even after powering his super-efficient household appliances and his converted electric truck, Wellendorf generated a net surplus of more than 2000-kilowatt hours. NqD]p{ >Y
Unfortunately, state law doesn't require the utility to pay him for that. Wellendorf says, “I don't get it in money, I just get the satisfaction of helping out the power grid.” I6.rN\ % b
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36. According to the article, the California energy commission has received 200 project applications in one month. If that rate continues, approximately how many applications will they receive his entire year? fL* 7u\m:
A. 2400 B. 1200 C. 200 D. 3600 xw #CwMbbi
37. What does “to zero out” mean? U6.aoqb%
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D. to owe the electric utility company nothing 8V:;HY#
38. In a month of work days (approximately 20), how many calls could the solar contractor expect if this current rate continues unchanged? J M`w6}
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40. According to the article, when a homeowner puts in a solar roof, her worries about blackouts or power rates might be over. Why might that be true? 5Kzt8Tv[
A. Solar power may be less expensive and more reliable than power supplied by utility companies. zx#Gm=H4
B. Her roof won't leak with the heavy solar panels on top of the roof. ~~>m
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Part Ⅲ Vocabulary and Structure (15%) 5%,3)H{;t
Directions: There are 20 incomplete sentences in this part. For each sentence there are four choices marked A, B, C and D, Choose the ONE that best completes the sentence. Then mark the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the center. -E7mt`:d
41. Edison is the invention of the photograph. ASXGM0 t
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43. Some people believe that “King John” was written by Shakespeare, but some people it might be written by an author.
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47. Because of the bombing that killed six people Washington has been urging the spokesman to terrorism more severely. t w4,gW
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48. Despite his disappointing record this year, I feel he is the best man in our team. EZ!! V~
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50. Giordano Bruno strongly supported Copernicus's idea that the earth was not the center of the universe. Bruno was rewarded by being burned at the stake for this and other ideas. ~&~4{
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Part Ⅳ Cloze (15) sUQ
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Directions: Fill in each of the following blanks with ONE word to complete the meaning of the passage. Write your answer on Answer Sheet Ⅱ. ?
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When you're negotiating with someone, listen for the messages that he or she might be sending to you. For (71) , the word “difficult” does not mean the same as impossible. Imagine you're staying in a hotel, (72) you want to change your room. The manager's (73) of, “That would be very difficult, sir”, does not mean that (74) is saying “no”, it just means that he wants to know (75) you are prepared to offer him in return for the change of room. xFIzq
If you are buying a new car, and want to pay (76) than the price being asked, (77) the salesman's comment. “I'm sorry, but we never negotiate on the price” means that they do negotiate on (78) things, like the delivery time, or the “extras” that might be available (79) part of the purchase. In the same car showroom, (80) the salesman says, “Sorry, I can't negotiate prices”, then your response should be to ask who (81) the message the salesman is sending suggests that his boss is the one (82) need to be talking to. RZVZ#q(DU
In all of these situations, the message is (83) communicated in clear terms. In any negotiation, the two “players” with to get as (84) out of it as they can, of course In the three examples above, the salesmen and hotel manager are hoping that you will (85) their price or conditions-but their “messages” make it clear that there may be room 4\ElMb[]
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Part Ⅴ Translation (10%) ttB>PTg#
Directions: Put the following passage into English. Write your <EE^ KR96
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我们所知的事实是，战争并非像很多人相信的那样完全是“人性”的产物。如果正如许多人所信的那样，战争和人与人之间的暴力会在整个人类历史上并且在所有或者几乎所有的社会里存在。事实并非如此。考古学家的调查 结果似乎表明人类在很久以前是比较讲和平的。举例来说，在早先的法国洞穴绘画里，早于公元前10000 年的绘画中没有人与人打仗的画面。这一点提示，在人类早期那段时间里，相对而言人与人打仗是鲜为人知的。从某种意义上讲，这一发现并没有什么可以大 惊小怪的。在动物世界中，动物捕杀自己种类的现象是很少见的。他们确实捕杀其他种类的动物，但是不会捕杀他们自己的种类。像大多数动物一样，早期的人类中出现人类内部暴力 的比例相对较低。因此，战争不是人性固有的产物，而是某些社会和文化条件产生的结果。 -2u )orWP
Part Ⅳ Writing (15%) C
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Directions: Some people prefer to plan activities for their free time very carefully. Others choose not to make any plans at all for their free time. Compare the benefits of planning free time activities with the benefits of not making plans. Which do you prefer-planning or not planning for your leisure time? Use specific reasons and examples to support your choice. You should write about 180 words and put your composition on Answer Sheet Ⅱ.
