国家开放大学2023年秋季学期期末统一考试 高级英语阅读(2)试题（含答案）

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Information for the examinees:

This examination consists of two sections. They are: Section I: New Words (60 points, 40 minutes) Section II: Reading Comprehension (40 points, 50 minutes) The total marks for this examination are 100 points. Time allowed for completing this examination is 90 minutes.

Section I New Words

I. Match the words on the left with their meanings on the right. (30 points, 3 points each)

1. caterpillars　A. religious, sacred

2. cultivate　B. get, obtain, learn

3. secure　C. sickness

4. holy　D. safe

5. unorthodox　E. sign up to take a class

6. asthmatic　F. form of art

7. plague　G. having difficulty breathing

8. tattoo　H. large silkworms

9. acquire　I. grow

10. enroll　J. not according to accepted opinions

答案：

答案：

1. H

2. I

3. D

4. A

5. J

6. G

7. C

8. F

9. B

10. E

II. Fill in the blanks with words from the box below. (30 points, 3 points each)

Word box:upgrade stress overworked outsourcing on the movetelecommuting leisure keep up with job security career counselors

Nowadays, workers are 11.______, changing careers for many reasons. Some have lost their jobs due to 12.______ caused by companies searching for cheaper labor. Others feel that they are 13.______, and are looking for a job with less 14.______. Still others need to take time off to 15.______ their skills and learn more about computers so they can 16.______ the latest technology. Some 17.______ advise people looking for work to consider several things before they accept another position. First of all, if they just lost a job, they should ask about the 18.______ of the next one. Second, they should make sure they have enough 19.______ time so they don't feel so pressured by the demands of work. Third, they should consider 20.______, if possible, and working from a home office. This way, they'll have time to take courses that build their skills so they can get a better job in the future.

答案：11. on the move 12. outsourcing 13. overworked 14. stress 15. upgrade 16. keep up with 17. career counselors 18. job security 19. leisure 20. telecommuting

Section II Reading Comprehension

I. Read the passage. Then answer the questions that follow. (25 points, 5 points each)

Career Change

A People who are thinking about changing careers are often afraid of what will happen if they quit their job. Will they find another one? Will they like another field as well as the one they are in now? Will they be able to grow and advance in a new organization?

B As these questions come to mind, they should try to figure out the answers so they can reach a decision. Although there is a high rate of unemployment in some countries, there are usually jobs for skilled workers who can use computers or other equipment. Those who have specialized training in these areas can generally find a position without too much effort.

C The question of whether they'll like another field more than their current one is also a crucial one. While it's nice to dream about having another job, the reality may be that they aren't suited for it. For example, if an architect likes to cook but has no idea about how to run a business, it may be risky for him to open a restaurant. He can cook for his friends on weekends and satisfy his dreams of being a chef in that way.

D Another good way for a person to find out if she will be successful in a new field is to try it out as a part-time job. Being an event planner sounds glamorous, but helping friends with parties or weddings might show her that it's also very stressful. However, if she has the creativity and organization necessary for such a position, she can continue to plan events for friends until she builds up a reputation. Then she can leave her current job to look for a job in event planning knowing that she'll be successful in this area.

E Once a person has found his or her specialty and decides on the change, it's necessary to stick with it until the business gets off the ground. This usually takes about five years. If the move has been from one company to another, the person should stay until it is clear he is doing a good job and can advance to a higher position. Following this advice will make the transition smoother and the career change successful.

For each question, choose the best answer based on the reading passage. Write A, B, C or D on your Answer Sheet.

21. According to the reading, people who think about changing careers generally ______.

A. quit their jobs

B. are afraid of quitting their jobs

C. find another one right away

D. grow and advance in a new organization

答案：B

22. There is a high rate of unemployment in some countries, but skilled workers ______.

A. lose their jobs

B. try to reach a decision

C. use computers

D. with training can still get jobs

答案：D

23. If a person dreams about doing another job, ______.

A. he is suited for it

B. he can run a business

C. he still may not be able to do it

D. he will be satisfied as a chef

答案：C

24. Having a part-time job ______.

A. is a good way to try another career

B. sounds glamorous

C. is very stressful

D. builds up a person's career

答案：A

25. You should stay in a new career at least five years because ______.

A. it's your specialty

B. you moved from one company to another

C. you can do a good job and advance in that time

D. the transition will be smoother

答案：C

II. Read the passage. Then answer the questions that follow. (15 points, 3 points each)

E-learning: Distance Learning on the Internet

A It's 10 A.M. Angela gets out of bed, brushes her teeth, and washes her face. She walks into the kitchen, makes a cup of coffee, and sits down at her computer. She logs on to her university's Web site and checks an e-mail from her economics professor about an assignment that is due on Tuesday. Then, she accesses the course message boards to read student comments about the week's assignment. She reviews this week's presentation online and then continues working on the economics problem set she has to finish for tomorrow evening.

B How is Angela's experience different from a traditional university classroom experience? Well, for one thing, today is Sunday, and Angela is "at school." But for Angela, it doesn't matter because the doors to this "virtual university" are open 24 hours a day. She can submit homework assignments, review student discussions, and, although the university is in the United States, she can review her professor's presentation from her home in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Another thing that distinguishes Angela from traditional students is that she is not a full-time student. She is taking classes part-time to complete her business degree while working full-time for a computer software company. She can interact with and read comments from students all around the world in her virtual international classroom. Does it sound futuristic? Well, it is already happening on personal computers around the world.

C In the information age, where knowledge is power, many full-and part-time professionals are going online to further their education and professional knowledge, obtaining multiple master's degrees and other types of qualifications. Distance education has expanded significantly in the last few years because of the development of the Internet. The advantages distance learning offers to working professionals include convenience, flexibility, and the opportunity to accommodate multiple learning styles. In areas where unemployment is high or where tight work schedules can't accommodate traditional learning, e-learning has become very popular.

D But skeptics wonder if distance education programs maintain a high quality of instruction and if they offer enough interaction with the instructor and other students in the class. It is still difficult to say if distance education is better than the classroom-based experience; it requires extra effort from the student and the teacher. However, the virtual classroom seems to be here to stay, and many people are taking advantage of it.

Decide whether the following statements are true or false. Write "T" for True and "F" for False on the Answer Sheet.

26. Angela has no interaction with her instructor.

答案：F

27. Distance education can happen almost anywhere.

答案：T

28. Distance education offers more interaction in person than traditional classes.

答案：F

29. According to the article, e-learning is superior to "traditional" learning.

答案：F

30. The number of people studying online is increasing.

答案：T