第1部分:词汇选项(第1~15题,每题1分,共15分)
1.“What do you mean by that?” Paul asked sharply.
A.critically B.helplessly C.politely D.quickly
2.He inspired many young people to take up the sport.
A.encouraged B.allowed C.called D.advised
3.On the table was a vase filled with artificial flowers.
A.wild B.fresh C.lovely D.false
4.The storm caused severe damage.
A.physical B.accidental C.environmental D.serious
5.He kept in constant contact with his family while he was in Australia.
A.gradual B.regular C.direst D.occasional
6.A large crowd assembled outside the American embassy.
A.watched B.shouted C.gathered D.walked
7.She only needs a minute amount of money.
A.certain B.small C.fair D.full
8.The story was published with the sole purpose of selling newspapers.
A.real B.main C.practical D.only
9.We had trouble finding a pure water supply.
A.clean B.typical C.complete D.clear
10.The city centre was wiped out by the bomb.
A.destroyed B.covered C.reduced D.moved
11.Many forms of cancer can be cured if detected early.
A.discovered B.selected C.operated D.developed
12.Did she accept his research proposal?
A.invitation B.offer C.plan D.view
13.The contempt he felt for his fellow students was obvious.
A.need B.hate C.love D.pity
14.I’d like to withdraw £500 from my current account.
A.leave B.pay C.put D.draw
15.Keep your passport in a secure place.
A.safe B.special C.good D.different