In the past, operations were difficult. Until the middle of the eighteen fifties, surgery was very dangerous. Many patients died after even the smallest operations. This was because bacteria entered the cuts in the patients bodied’and started infection. In some countries, up to 90 percent of patients died from inf ection after operations. In 1865, however, Joseph Lister, a British surgeon, found an answer to the problem. He used an “antiseptic during” and after operations. This killed the dangerous bacteria and most of his patients lived. Since then, surgeons have used antiseptics in all operations.Surgery has developed in many important ways since the day of Joseph Lister. Today, when patients go to hospital for an operation, they can expect thebest treatment, in clean and hygienic conditions.

33. Operations were difficult and dangerous until_______.

A.1850

B. the middle of 1850

C. the middle of the fifties of the eighteenth century

D. the middle of the fifties of the nineteenth century

34. In the passage, surgery means__________.

A. The performing of an operation

B. cure

C. treatment

D. medicine

35. In the past, up to 90 percent of patients died after operations mainly b

ecause__________.

A. bacteria entered the cuts in the patients bodies’and infection took place

B. the conditions in hospitals were bad

C. the skill of surgeons was not so good

D. there were no good medicine at that time

36. Which topic of the following best suits the passage?

A. Operations were difficult in the past

B. The devotion of Joseph Lister to medical science

C. Surgery has become safer

D. Developments in surgery

37. Joseph Lister was________.

A. a Frenchman

B. a German

C. an Englishman

D. an Americ

Directions: In this section, you will hear 10 short conversations. At the end of each conversation, a question will be asked about what was said. Both the conversation and the question will be spoken twice. After each question there will be a pause. During the pause you must read the four choices marked A),B),C)and D), and decide which is the best answer. Then mark the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the center.

1. A) Do some typing.

B) Buy some paper.

C) Ask the man to type.

D) Want to run with the man.

2.A) 10:50

B) 10:15

C) 10:48

D) 10:52

3. A) Husband and wife.

B) A girl and her boyfriend.

C) Teacher and student.

D) Old friends.

4. A)Policeman.

B)Salesman.

C) Car driver.

D) Conductor.

5. A) In a school.

B) In a theater.

C) In a restaurant.

D) At home.

6. A) She agreed.

B) She disagreed.

C) She was impatient.

D) She was worried.

7. A) Something cold.

B) Coffee.

C) Tea.

D) Something hot.

8. A) Gold.

B) Blue.

C) Brown.

D) Black.

9. A) He didn ’knowtwhere to find the professor.

B) He had difficulty doing the experiment.

C) He failed the exam.

D) He couldn ’graduatetfrom the university.

10. A) The man is coughing.

B) The man gave up smoking.

C) The man has a lung disease.

D) The man has a heart attack

Dear Sir/Madam,

I am pleased to write a letter of recommendation on behalf of Sand River and its CEO, Mrs. Jane King. I am very familiar with the company. My next book deals with it in detail, which is to be published in autumn of 2018. I am also familiar with European consumer. As a Dutch citizen, I have lived in Europe for 46 years and studied European consumer behavior for decades.I believe that Sand River offers something unique to the European market. It has established long-term supply relations with herdsman ( 牧民) families and owns advanced German machinery. Thus it combines natural resources with modern manufacturing techniques. But equally important, Sand River works with modern fashion designers to create truly contemporary and appealing designs. The result is a newly-established cashmere ( 羊绒) brand that appeals to a target group of high-income women. I met Mrs. King the first time in 2013. Since then, we have met several times and talked about Sand River's philosophy, strategy, and appeal to both Chinese and international consumers. I was struck by her deep knowledge about knitting (针织) technology, her enthusiasm for the brand, and her deep understanding of the cashmere shopper. I regard her as a "woman of her word." To summarize, I believe Sand River products deserve a place in luxurious European department stores and Mrs. King is a reliable partner. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me. Sincerely, Joan Smith

36、 Joan Smith wrote the recommendation letter on behalf of ______.

A. a Dutch citizen

B. herdsman families

C. the European consumer

D. Sand River and its CEO

37、 From the letter we can learn that Sand River ______.

A. has long-term links with herdsmen

B. employs many herdsman workers

C. manufactures advanced machines

D. sells hand-made products

38、 The target consumers of the newly-established cashmere brand are ______.

A. college students

B. blue-color workers

C. high-income women

D. average herdsman families

39、 By saying "a woman of her word" (Para. 3), the writer means that Mrs.King ______.

A. always keeps her promise

B. is a good public speaker

C. knows customers well

D. is well educated

40、 As far as the European market is concerned,the writer thinks that Sand River products ______.

A. are fit for supermarkets in big cities

B. are likely to enjoy a big market share

C. will appeal to different kinds of customers

D. deserve a place in luxurious department stores

Directions:

There are 5 incomplete statements here. You should fill in each blank with the proper form of the word given in brackets. Write the word or words in the corresponding space on the Answer Sheet.

31、 Our team will meet with each person to learn about his or her (person)______ and vocational goals.

32、 These questions enable the interviewer (know)______ how you previously reacted or behaved in certain types of situations.

33、 Before (ask) ______ for a promotion, try to find out how the decision makers in your company feel about you.

34、 They are under the (impress)______ that their communication ability is the most important factor in whether or not they will be hired.

35、 We believe that e-learning can be (effective) ______ than traditional instructions in the future.

Directions:

In this section, there are 10 incomplete sentences. You are required to complete each one by deciding on the most appropriate word or words from the 4 choices marked A, B, C and D. Then you should mark the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the center.

21、 62% of the people surveyed said they always avoided ______ theirsmartphones during meals.

A. use B. using C. to use D. used

22、 The HR department is a critical part of employee well-being in any business, no matter ______ small it is.

A. how B. what C. where D. which

23、 According to the regulation, inspections______ to ensure that the systems are in good condition.

A. demanded B. have demanded C. be demanded D. are demanded

24、 Before you think about asking for a promotion, make sure that either a position opening exists ______ a new position is needed to be created.

A. and B. nor C. or D. but

25、 The traffic was making so much noise that I couldn't hear what he ______.

A. is saying B. was saying C. has said D. will say

26、 Our company culture is ______ makes us successful in creating a friendly and exciting environment.

A. where B. how C. what D. why

27、 Most people were greatly shocked by the news ______ the IT company had gone bankrupt.

A. what B. how C. why D. that

28、 I would probably try to find a better job if I ______ in your position.

A. am B. were C. have been D. be

29、 If you are ______ busy to attend the meeting, you can send your assistant to take your place.

A. very B. so C. too D. more

30、 I had to wait for another two months to be able to have the car ______.

A. fixing B. fix C. to fix D. fixed

Directions:

This section is to test your ability to comprehend short passages. You will hear a recorded passage. After that you will hear five questions.Both the passage and the questions will be read two times. When you hear a question, you should complete the answer to it with a word or a short mphrase (in no more than 3words).The questions and incomplete answers are printed in your test paper. You should write your answers on the Answer Sheet correspondingly.

16、 What product does the company produce?______.

17、 When was the company set up?______ ago.

18、 Where are their products sold?Both ______ and abroad.

19、 According to the speaker,why do their products have a good reputation?

Because of the high quality and good ______ they provide.

20、 What does the speaker promise to give for a large order?A ______.

Directions:

In this section you will hear a recorded short passage.The passage is printed in the test paper, but with some words or phrases missing. The passage will be read two times. You are required to put the missing words or phrases on the Answer Sheet in order of the numbered blanks according to what you hear. I think we'll mbegin now. First I'd like to welcome you all and thank you for your coming, especially at such short notice. I know you are all very busy and it's difficult to take time away from your ______ for meetings.As you can see on the agenda,today we will focus on the upcoming______.First we'll discuss the groups that will be coming in from Germany. After that, we'll discuss the North American Tours, ______ by the Asian tours. If time ______, we will also discuss the Australian tours which are booked for early September. Finally, I'm going to request some feedback from all of you ______ last year's tours and where you think we can improve.

Directions:

This section is to test your ability to understand short conversations. There are 2 recorded conversations in it. After each conversation, there are some recorded questions.Both the conversations and questions will be spoken two times. When you hear a question, you should decide on the correct answer from the 4 choices marked A, B, C and D given in your test paper.Then you should mark the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the center.

6、 A. The goods are out of stock.

B.She is moving to anothercity.

C.The salesseason is coming soon.

D.She is afraidthe pricewillgo down.

7、 A. By train. B. By air. C. By ship. D. By truck.

8、 A. In three weeks. B.In two weeks. C.Next week. D.Next month.

9、 A. HR manager assistant.

B. Sales manager.

C. Office secretary.

D. Software engineer.

10、 A. 3 weeks. B. 6 weeks. C. 3 months. D. 6 months.

Directions:

This section is to test your ability to understand short dialogues.There are 5 recorded dialogues in it.After each dialogue,thereis a recorded question. Both the dialogues and questions will be spoken only once. Whenyou hear a question,you should decideon the correct answer from the 4 choicesmarked A, B, C and D given in your test paper. Then you should mark the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the center.

1、 A. There isno paper.

B. Theman can use the printer.

C. The printer doesn't work.

D. The man has to pay first.

2、 A. He has got a new job.

B. He has got a pay rise.

C. He has been promoted.

D. He has bought an apartment.

3、 A. Sell a car.

B. Rent a car.

C. Repair a car.

D. Buy a used car.

4、 A. He doesn't like the color.

B. He doesn't like the style.

C. It is too small.

D. It is of poor quality.

5、 A. The chief engineer.

B. The receptionist.

C. The office secretary.

D. The sales manager.

Directions:

In this section, you will hear two passages. At the end of each passage, you will hear some questions. Both the passage and the questions mwill be spoken only once.After you hear a question, you must choose the best answer from the four choices marked A, B, C and D. Then mark the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the centre.Passage One Questions 9 to 12 are based on the passage you have just heard.

9、 A. She escaped unhurt. 

B. She witnessed the shooting. 

C. She was shot to death. 

D. She was 15 years old.

10、 A. 5. B. 7.C. 11.D. 12.

11、 A. Spear's digital camera.

B. One suspect's gun.

C. The queen's video.

D. Berry's purse.

12、 A. Civilians should keep away from the business zone.

B. Everybody should think about how to fight against crimes.

C. Government should schedule to negotiate with terrorists.

D. People should emigrate because of domestic high crime rate.Passage Two

Questions 13 to 15 are based on the passage you have just heard.

13、 A. Increasing salaries.

B. Surging energy production.

C. Booming housing market.

D. Rising interest rates.

14、 A. Increasing interest rate.

B. Decreasing financial products.

C. Buying substantial securities.

D. Expanding financial business.

15、 A. Fracking can influence the burning of fossil fuels.

B. The use of fracking will do harm to environment.

C. Fracking technology is a safe practice in industry.

D. The use of fracking is beneficial to people's health.