2006年英语专四真题及答案

　　TEXT D

　　The ideal companion machine-the computer- would not only look, feel, and sound friendly but would also be programmed to behave in a pleasant manner. Those qualities that make interaction comfortable, and yet the machine would remain slightly unpredictable and therefore interesting. In its first encounter it might be somewhat hesitant, but as it came to know the user it would progress to a more relaxed and intimate style. The machine would not be a passive participant but would add its own suggestions, information, and opinions; it would sometimes take the initiative in developing or changing the topic and would have a personality of its own.

　　Friendships are not made in a day, and the computer would be more acceptable as a friend if it imitated the gradual changes that occur when one person is getting to know another. At an appropriate time it might also express the kind of affection that stimulates attachment and intimacy. The whole process would be accomplished in a subtle way to avoid giving an impression of over-familiarity that would be likely to produce irritation. After experiencing a wealth of powerful, well-timed friendship indicators, the user would be very likely to accept the computer as far more than a machine and might well come to regard it as a friend.

　　An artificial relationship of this type would provide many of the benefits that could continue from previous discussions. It would have a familiarity with the user's life as revealed in earlier contact, and it would be understanding and good-humored. The computer's own personality would be lively and impressive, and it would develop in response to that of the user. With features such as these, the machine might indeed become a very attractive social partner.

　　96. Which of the following is not a feature of the ideal companion machine?

　　A: Active in communication

　　B: Attractive in personality.

　　C: enjoyable in performance

　　D: unpredictable in behaviour

　　97. The computer would develop friendships with humans in a (n) ——way.

　　A: Quick

　　B: unpredictable

　　C: productive

　　D: inconspicuous.

　　98. Which of the following aspects is not mentioned when the passage discusses the benefits of artificial relationships?

　　A: Being able to pick up an interesting conversation.

　　B: Being sensitive to earlier contact.

　　C: Being ready to learn about the person's life

　　D: Having a pleasant and adaptable personality.

　　99 Throughout the passage, the author is _____in his attitude toward the computer

　　A: favorable

　　B: critical

　　C: vague

　　D: hesitant

　　100. Which might be the most appropriate title of the passage?

　　A: Articial relationships .

　　B: How to form intimate relationships

　　C: The affectionate machine

　　D: Humans and computers

　　Section A Composition

　　Recently a Beijing information company did a survey of student life among more than 700 students in Beijing, Guangzhou, Xi'an, Chengdu, Shanghai, Wuhan, Nanjing, and Shenyang . The results have shown that 67 percent of students think that saving money is a good habit while the rest believe that using tomorrow's money today is better, what do you think?

　　Write on answer sheet two a compositions of about 200 words.

　　You are to write in three parts.

　　In the first part, state specifically what you opinion is

　　In the second part, support your opinion with appropriate detail.

　　In the last part, bring what you have written to a natural conclusion or a summary.

　　You should supply an appropriate title for you composition.

　　Marks will be awarded for content, organization, grammar and appropriateness. Failure to follow the instructions may result in a loss of marks.

　　Section B Note- writing

　　Write an answer sheet two a note of about 50-60 words based on the following situation:

　　You have got to know that you classmates, Michael ,is organizing a weekend excursion for the class. And you are thinking of joining the trip, write him a note expressing your interest in the excursion and asking for information on two details related to the excursion.

　　Marks will be awarded for content, organization, grammar and appropriateness.

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