新标准大学英语综合教程4Unit test8答案

Unit test

Part I: Vocabulary and Structure

Section A: Complete the sentences using the correct words in the box.

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imply scope plaza

1.

There is absolutely no

to her behavior—it's completely random.

Correct answer logic

Your answer logic

2.

The answers he gave had just enough

to make me doubt his honesty. Correct answer ambiguity

Your answer ambiguity

3.

Sharon was known for her

ideals and romantic outlook on life.

Correct answer lofty

Your answer lofty

4.

There was a stage set up in the

between the buildings for the music festival.

Correct answer plaza

Your answer plaza

5.

The the room.

of his argument confused and befuddled even the smartest people in Your answer complexity

Correct answer complexity

6.

Even though I have played chess for years, you still made a very worthy

.

Your answer opponent

Correct answer opponent

7.

Do you mean to

that you agreed with her crazy plan?

Your answer imply

Correct answer imply

8.

The review of his new book included a lot of

and not much praise. Correct answer criticism

Your answer criticism

9.

Jacob was crime?\

and angry when he shouted, \Your answer indignant

Correct answer indignant

10.

We used to be best friends; it's

that she could do anything to hurt me.

Correct answer inconceivable

Your answer inconceivable

11.

Are you familiar with the

of this office building?

Correct answer layout

Your answer layout

12.

The committee decided to

a statue of the beloved president.

Correct answer erect

Your answer erect

13.

The

of the project is unmatched in the history of this company. Your answer scope

Correct answer scope

14.

In terms of intelligence, this year's Nobel Prize winner field.

everyone else in his Your answer transcends

Correct answer transcends

15.

Einstein's

prowess has been completely unmatched in history.

Your answer intellectual

Correct answer intellectual

16.

The museum hosted a special

about the age of dinosaurs.

Correct answer exhibit

Your answer exhibit

17.

I can't even

a life without my children.

Your answer contemplate

Correct answer contemplate

18.

There's nothing like a beautiful sunset to work.

my senses and inspire me to get to

Your answer stimulate

Correct answer stimulate

19.

Come over here and help me

up this beam so we can support the ceiling.

Correct answer hoist

Your answer hoist

20.

At this point, any change will be a welcome

over the status quo. Correct answer improvement

Your answer improvement

Section B: Fill in each of the blanks with a suitable word.

21.

She made a vow

she wouldn't drink coffee anymore.

Your answer that

Correct answer that

22.

The documentary didn't

justice to the situation in Africa.

Correct answer do

Your answer on

23.

If she can write the recommendation herself, then

much the better.

Correct answer so

Your answer so

24.

His mother won the Nobel Prize, but he's an award-winning poet right.

his own

Your answer in

Correct answer in

25.

Do you still feel any discomfort

Your answer

your dislocated shoulder?

Correct answer

on from

26.

As mayor, I feel a huge sense

civic pride in our community.

Correct answer of

Your answer of

27.

It may sound unbelievable, but my wife and I experienced love

first sight.

Your answer in

Correct answer at

28.

We will see a moderate increase

salaries this year.

Correct answer in

Your answer from

29.

The speaker was completely surprised by the outburst crowd.

emotion from the

Your answer of

Correct answer of

30.

Barbara will interpret

Your answer

Miguel since he doesn't speak English.

Correct answer

for for

Part II: Banked Cloze

Questions 31 to 40 are based on the following passage.

Some people think that Shanghai's (31) is far too futuristic and not at all

(32) pleasing. I simply can't imagine how anyone could feel that way. In my opinion,

the futuristic look is precisely why it is so (33) and captivating.

Many modern cities are trying to respect the (34) boundary between \

\(35) to the

existing look and feel of the existing city. There is definitely value to this (36), it is a very difficult thing to do successfully. I think Shanghai deserves a lot of respect for deciding to forge ahead into the future.

Shanghai has still managed to retain much of its old city, however. There is a river that winds

through the city, and it effectively divides the \(37) colonial architecture literally stands across the river from the futuristic skyscrapers that announce the

city's incredible (38).

This divide was (39) part of the city's master development plan, and the city

should be applauded for that. It's genuinely amazing how something static—architecture and city

design—can (40)

(31) (32) (33) (34) (35) (36) (37) (38) (39) (40)

the emotions, dreams, and aspirations of an entire people.

Your answer skyline aesthetically picturesque fragile conform sentiment exquisite prosperity presumably interpret

Correct answer skyline aesthetically picturesque fragile conform sentiment exquisite prosperity presumably interpret

Part III: Reading Comprehension

Questions 41 to 45 are based on the following passage.

It's easy to assume that modern architecture is all about being the biggest, tallest, most expensive, most innovative, or some other superlative. Sometimes, it seems as if modern architects have forgotten the roots of groundbreaking architecture and design. Of the relatively few countries noted for their long and productive history of classical architecture, China is one of even fewer that have embraced this history.

Most people familiar with the city of Suzhou are also aware of its epithet: \anyone who has visited its famous gardens is all too aware that the beauty is often marred by mobs of parading tour groups. Surprisingly, it's a well kept secret that our very own Shanghai is actually home to five classical gardens (planned and built during the Ming and Qing Dynasties), many of which equal the splendor on display in Suzhou. Spread out over the vastness of the city, visits to the five gardens not only provide a tempting taste of Suzhou close to home but also reveal the varied faces and personalities Shanghai itself has to offer.

Nearly every tourist to Shanghai follows their guidebook to Yu Yuan and braves the surrounding onslaught of postcard and antique vendors. It is, without a doubt, the most well-known, easily accessible and expensive of the city's classically designed gardens. For this reason, it is also the most impressive. Built in 1559 by wealthy Ming officials, the garden today stands as testament to the poetic extravagance of China's dynastic heritage. Lakeside pagodas, enchanting halls, and a mazelike rockery all inhabit this welcome oasis in the heart of modern Shanghai, and it becomes a perfect place to relax and feel the speed of life slow to a crawl.

Winning points for its overwhelming feeling of peace, seclusion, and serenity is the Pond of the Drunken Bai. Designed and constructed during the Ming era in honor of Tang poet Bai Juyi, the garden harbors the many splendors of both Suzhou and Yu Yuan without the crowds. Odds are you'll be sharing the

considerable expanse of green with only a handful of local gossipy seniors. The winding corridors, shaded pagodas, and still waters will strongly suggest that a scroll painting has come to life for your sole pleasure.

With only a brief distance separating them, the next two gardens merit praise for their seemingly perfect marriage of landscaped flora and lazy waterways. The Garden of Ancient Splendor and the Garden of Autumn Clouds were both private gardens during the Ming Dynasty. The rustling bamboo forests, elaborate architecture, and tranquil lotus ponds provide a perfect respite for city-weary souls. Rounding out the list is the smallest and most remote member of the five: the Garden of Meandering Streams. Though it provides beautifully shaded pathways bordered by fragrant blooming wisteria, it nevertheless pales in comparison to its four cousins.

Each of Shanghai's gardens was extensively damaged during the succession of wars beginning from the Qing Dynasty, but the 20th century also saw substantial reconstruction and renovation efforts restore much of their original glory; today's nominal admission fees are contributions to this ongoing endeavor.

41. This passage would most likely appear in _____.

A. a European newspaper B. an architectural journal C. a travel magazine D. a textbook

42. This style of writing would best be described as _______.

A. expository B. argumentative C. narrative

D. descriptive

43. Which of the following summarizes the main idea of this passage?

A. Classical architecture is worth traveling great distances to see and appreciate.

B. Classical architecture and design are waiting to be discovered in unexpected places. C. A majority of classical architecture has already been destroyed. D. Classical Chinese gardens are a great place to appreciate architecture.

44. Which of the following indicates the author's intended message?

A. It seems as if modern architects have forgotten the roots of groundbreaking

architecture and design.

B. It's a well kept secret that our very own Shanghai is actually home to five classical

gardens.

C. The garden today stands as testament to the poetic extravagance of China's

dynastic heritage.

D. The 20th century also saw substantial reconstruction and renovation efforts restore

much of their original glory.

45. The author of this passage would likely describe classical Chinese gardens as incredibly _____.

A. picturesque B. intellectual C. sumptuous

D. utilitarian

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