2022年6月六级真题第2套

2022年06月大学英语六级考试真题(第2套)Part I Writing (30minutes)Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write an essay that begins with thesentence “Nowadays more and more people keep learning new skills to adapt to afast-changing world.\" You can make comments, cite examples, or use your personal experiencesto develop your essay. You should write at least 150 words but no more than 200 words.Part II Listening Comprehension (30 minutes)淘宝店铺：【新一文化】温馨提示：2022年6月英语六级考试实考1套听力，本套听力内容与第1套完全一致，只是选项顺序不同，故而未重复给出。Part III Section AReading Comprehension (40 minutes)Directionsr In this section, there is a passage with ten blanks. You are required to select oneword for each blank from a list of choices given in a 'word bank following the passage. Read thepassage through carefully before making your choices, Each choice in the bank is identifiedby a letter. Please mark the corresponding letter for each item on Answer Sheet 2 with a singleline through the centre. You may not use any of the words in the bank more than once.Thinking kind thoughts about yourself and your loved ones can prove beneficial foryour overall wellbeing, empirical evidence has shown. Researchers carried out an26 between having kind thoughts and a person'sinvestigation to explore the psychological state.For the study, five groups of participants were presented with a different set of audioinstructions, some of which encouraged the participants to think 27 about themselvesand others which persuaded them to think in a self^critical manner. After listening to theaudio instructions, the participants were asked to answer a series of questions. Theseincluded whether they felt agitated, how likely they were to show kindness to themselvesand how 28 they felt to other individuals.The participants who were instructed to think kindly about themselves were morelikely to exhibit a bodily response associated with being relaxed and feeling safe. Theirheart rates also dropped, which is a healthy sign of a heart that can respond flexibly tosituations. Yet, 29 , those who listened to the critical audio clips were noted as havinga higher heart rate and sweat response afterwards, both of which 30 feelings of threatand distress.Having the ability to switch off the body's natural threat response can 31 a person'simmune system. This, in turn, gives them a greater likelihood of recovering quickly fromillness. These findings help us to further understand some of our clinical trials researchfindings, where we show that individuals with 32 depression benefit particularly fromself-awareness-based 33 therapy. They essentially learn to become more sympatheticto themselves.2022年6月英语六级真题第2套 第1页共8页The sense is that for people 34 to depression, meeting their negative thoughtsand feelings with 35 is a radically different way; that these thoughts are not facts. Itintroduces a different way of being and knowing that is quite transformative for manypeople.A) adverselyB) amiablyC) boostD) cognitiveE) compassionF) connectedG) correlationH) fascinatedSection BDirections: In this section, you are going to read a passage with ten statements attached to it.Each statement contains information given in one of the paragraphs. Identify the paragraphfrom which the information is derived. You may choose a paragraph more than once. Eachparagraph is marked with a letter. Answer the questions by marking the corresponding letter onAnswer Sheet 2.Saving Our PlanetI) indignantlyJ) insulationK) lavishL) proneM) recurrentN) signify0) surpassA) In the long view, the human relationship with forests has been one of brutal destruction,but even it carries elements of slow hope. In the Middle Ages, there was no shortage oftimber in most parts of the world, and few saw cutting down forests as a problem. Yet in1548 the people of Venice estimated that an important timber supply would last only 30years at their current rate of usage-but different forest management would make itpossible to meet the demand for many centuries to come. The idea of preservingresources came out of a concern for the future: a fear of using up resources faster than充).they could be replenished (补 B) Economic interests were at the core of this understanding of trees and forests. It wouldtake more than three centuries before scientists began to understand that timberproduction is not the only, and possibly not the most important, function of forests. Thelate 19th and early 20th century saw an increasing recognition that forests serve ashabitats for countless animal and plant species that all rely on each other. They takeover protective functions against soil erosion and landslides (塌方)；they make asignificant contribution to the water balance as they prevent surface runoff; they filterdirt particles, greenhouse gases and radioactive substances from the air; they produceoxygen; they provide spaces for recreation and they preserve historic and prehistoricremains. As a result, forests around the world have been set aside as parks or wildernessareas.C) Recent years have seen a big change in our view of forests. Peter Wohlleben's book TheHidden Life of Trees (2015), an international bestseller, suggests that trees can warneach other of danger through a “wood wide web“ of roots and fungi (真菌).They2022年6月英语六级真题第2套 第2页共8页support each other through sharing of nutrients and information, and they even keepancient stumps alive by feeding them solutions of sugars. Such insights have made usaware of deep ecological relationships between humans and the more-than-humanworld.D) Awareness of ecologies is a recent phenomenon. It was not until the 1940s that theconcept of the “environment“ embracing all living and nonliving things developed. Inthe 1970s, the term “environment\" gained currency, becoming widely adopted in theEnglish and Romance languages, and as ccUmwelC (\"'surrounding world^^) in German.The emergence of the idea led to the rise of environmental agencies, regulations andenvironmental studies, and to environmental science as new, integrated academicdisciplines. It was in 1956 that the very first bachelor of science in environmentalstudies was awarded, at the State University of New York College of Forestry atSyracuse. Since the 1970s-with the rise of “environmentalism\"-environmentalstudies programmes have sprung up at hundreds of universities. There is (slow) hope inthe fact that scholars from many different disciplines have adopted the term“environment\" over the past decades. They are exploring intricate connections withinand between complex ecologies, as well as the impact that human environment-making(through techno-industrial, economic and other manipulative developments) has had onthe biosphere.E) The rise of the idea of the environment and a scholarly understanding of ecologicalprocesses has influenced new technologies and also politics. We have come to askquestions about vulnerability and risk, world ecologies, and the relationship betweennature and power. The search for an adequate response to climate change occupiescentre stage in international diplomacy.F) Social and environmental activists, scientists and indigenous groups have called theParis Agreement of the United Nations Climate Change Conference in December 2015insufficient, weak, or compromised. To some extent, they are right: climate change hasalready destroyed tens of thousands of livelihoods, and the situation will worsen in thenear future for millions of mostly poorer people, who will join the ranks of those whohave already been displaced by climate change and extreme weather events. But theParis Conference nevertheless marked a historic step toward the recognition of the needfor action on climate change, the cutting of carbon emissions, and world cooperation.There were 195 nations that came to the table in Paris and agreed to limits on emissions.Historically, nothing comparable had happened prior to this. Before the 20th century, ahandful of scientists had been interested in the theoretical relationship betweengreenhouse gases and climate change, but only the empirical evidence accumulatedsince the late 20th century established a clear connection between the burning of fossilfuels and a vastly accelerated rise in global temperatures.G) The current crisis is not the first that humans have encountered, and a look at thestruggles with pollution in recent history reveals transformations that once seemedunimaginable. The \"London fbg, that came to define the capital through British novelsand thrillers is in reality smog or smoke, a legacy of industrialisation. After a century ofignorance, London was hit by the Great Smog of December 1952-the worstair-pollution event in the history of the United Kingdom which caused the deaths ofapproximately 12,000 people. Shortly thereafter, public initiatives and politicalcampaigns led to strict regulations and new laws, including the Clean Air Act (1956).Today, London has effectively reduced traffic emissions through the introduction of a2022年6月英语六级真题第2套 第3页共8页Congestion Charge Zone in 2003, and an Ultra Low Emission Zone in 2019.H) Scientific evidence that we are living in an era of climate change, resource exhaustionand potential ecological disaster is overwhelming. How do we motivate a publicexhausted by never-ending scenarios of doom and disaster, when the challenges seem sohuge and so impossible to solve? Statistics about extinction and the gloom of declinewill not in themselves get us out of our often self^created ecological traps: instead, theyare more likely to result in paralysis and inaction.I) We need stories and histories of change and transformation: ecological stories that makeus confront the fact that human power is potentially destructive, and that the survival ofour species on this planet depends on the preservation of soil and water, and the habitatsand ecological systems.J) It is time that we showed successes and accelerations in ecological awareness, actionand restoration: stories that include past successes and future visions about the rise ofurban gardening and of renaturalised riverscapes, of successful protests against pollutedair and water, of the rise of regional markets and slow food, and the planting of treesaround the globe, of initiatives and enterprises that work towards ecological restoration.The reality of ecological curses seems far greater than the power of the hopes left at thebottom of Pandora's box. But if we believe that nothing can be changed, then we aregiving up our opportunity to act.K) Today9s saving powers will not come from a deus ex machina (解围之 4中).In anever-more complex and synthetic world, our saving powers won't come from a singlesource, and certainly not from a too-big-to-fail approach or from those who have beendrawn into the whirlpool of our age of speed. Hope can work as a wakeup call. Itacknowledges setbacks. The concept of slow hope suggests that we can't expect thingsto change overnight. If the ever-faster exhaustion of natural resources (in ecologicalterms) and the \"'shrinking of the present^^ (in social terms) are urgent problems ofhumans, then cutting down on exhaustive practices and working towards a \"stretchingof the present\" will be ways to move forward.36. Climate change has wrought havoc on the lives of tens of thousands of people.37. It took scientists a long time to realise that the function of forests goes far beyondproviding humans with timber.38. There is abundant evidence that we are now facing a possible ecological disaster.39. Environmental science became academic disciplines only some sixty years ago.40. Things cannot change overnight, but reducing the consumption of natural resources willhelp solve the ecological crisis.41. Human perception of forests has undergone a tremendous change in the past years.42. Recent history shows reduction of pollution, once seemingly impossible, can actuallybe accomplished.43. People began to consider preserving natural resources when they feared they wouldhave nothing to use in the future.44. If we doubt our ability to reverse ecological deterioration, we are throwing away thechance to take action.45. How to respond effectively to climate change has become the focus of internationaldiplomacy.2022年6月英语六级真题第2套 第4页共8Section CDirections: There are 2 passages in this section. Each passage is followed by some questionsor unfinished statements. For each of them there are four choices marked A), B), C) and D).You should decide on the best choice and mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 2with a single line through the centre.Passage OneQuestions 46 to 50 are based on the following passage.Since American idol star Taryn Southern started composing music with AI in 2017,musicians all over the world have begun wondering about the implications of AI andmodem technology where music production is concerned. Using AI in the creation of musicis perceived by some as a helpful tool and by others as almost ccthe beginning of the end”.In Taryn's case, AI software enabled her to communicate melodies and chords that shedidn't know how to put together herself. The end product was therefore a collaborativeeffort, rather than a piece entirely produced by technology. Taryn's story has a distinctlypositive feel that highlights the advantages of using AI in music production. It can serve asa source of inspiration, and as an ideal jumping-off point should a musician be hit withwriter's b/oc左(文思枯竭).Contrary to seeing AI as a tool, some musicians consider it to be hugely detrimental tothe music scene. At the moment, because such technology is still so young, the music it'sproducing is not necessarily what we want to hear. In short, it's not of great quality. Thosewho have produced their own music, or even fans of authentic, artistic music, will alsoargue that a computer could never emulate the work (and human touch) of a true musician.Music has been an integral part of the story of humans for ages; in fact, the first knownpiece of music is believed to be around 3,400 years old. Songs have long been used as ameans of communicating messages and folk stories, covering everything from societalethics to world history. Since many people see music as such an inherently humanexpression, it is often considered as too precious to impart to technology. The thought of acomputer generating a “random“ piece of music that hasn't been painstakingly created byan artist is almost seen as sacrilegious (亵渎神圣的).Regardless of which side of the argument you fall on, it seems likely that the use of AIin music production will only become more frequent. Our modem world is preoccupiedwith technological advancements. Instead of shying away from the idea of this bleak future,the best approach to take is one of optimism and curiosity. While there are always bound tobe stubborn old-school musicians who refuse to use tech, music producers should considerAI as something to be embraced. AI music software is still very much in its infancy, butwith more investors interested in the development and outcomes of such technology, andconsidering the rapid growth rate of other tech advances in recent years, it's only a matterof time before Ai-produced music is seen as the new norm.2022年6月英语六级真题第2套 第5页共8页46. How do some musicians perceive using AI in creating music?A) It would help to produce more music idols.B) It would be detrimental to music production.C) It would hinder the understanding of authentic music.D) It would be the beginning of a new era in music creation.47. What does Taryn Southern's story illustrate?A) AI technology is conducive to music composition.B) Musicians will be unable to create music without high tech.C) Musicians are often at their wits, end in their creative effort.D) AI technology is indispensable to creating melodies and chords.48. Why are some musicians opposed to the use of AI in creating music?A) Music produced with AI technology lacks humanness.B) Music created with AI technology is easily emulated.C) It will depreciate humans9 role in music composition.D) It will deplete young musicians, creative inspiration.49. Why do many people think music is too precious to impart to AI technology?A) It cannot be created without pains.B) It cannot be produced at random.C) It is part of human life.D) It is human specific.50. What does the author think of the future of AI music?A) It will continue to arouse the interest of music investors.B) It has the prospect of becoming the norm in the future.C) It will be gradually accepted by old-school musicians.D) It may eventually lose its freshness and appeal.Passage TwoQuestions 51 to 55 are based on the following passage.A few weeks ago, a well-meaning professor tried to explain the physiological processbehind viruses and the human body in a tweet and was immediately criticized for a mistakein his information. He then issued an apology and deleted his erroneous tweet.Communicating science beyond the academic bubble is necessary to augmentingpublic understanding of health and environmental issues and helping individuals makewell-informed personal decisions.However, scientists who engage in science communication must acknowledge thateven in their area, their expertise is deep but narrow. They need to recognize the constraintsin their own knowledge. That is not to suggest that they only write or present on their ownresearch, but rather, that they consult with an expert if the topic is outside of their discipline.Fact-checking with a scientist who works in the specialty will prevent the unintentional2022年6月英语六级真题第2套 第6页共8页spread of misinformation, and the process of doing so may yield tiny pieces of interestingnew information that can be incorporated.Some have argued that the public is not educated enough to understand scientificinformation, especially for any complex phenomena, but this is absurd. Science instructioncan be found at all levels of public education with most secondary schools offering classeson biology, physics, and chemistry. If anything, social media has shown that the publiccraves knowledge based on a solid scientific foundation. Even the public discourse thatfollows most scientific articles shows that online readers can understand even the mostbaffling of scientific principles.It is equally imperative to emphasize that being an expert on a topic does notautomatically make a scholar qualified to communicate it to a nonscientific audience. Anumber of scientists recently have been offering public-aimed explanations of scientificphenomena. Even though they have appropriate credentials, they often do very little in theway of explaining. One biologist shared an intricate analogy involving a library, books,paper, a recipe, ingredients, and a cake to explain the process behind vaccines. Anyexplanation that requires a written key to keep track of what each item represents is not aclear example for public consumption.Science communication is a science in and of itself. It requires rigorous training andinstruction. A scientist should take communication courses that can teach a person how toidentify and eliminate jargon and how to develop effective analogies to explain complexconcepts. One cannot assume communication expertise-imagine if someone just decidedthat they were a physicist and started trying to contribute to the field without the necessarybackground. Doing a poor job communicating science to the public will only createconfusion and widen the gap between science and society, a gap that scientists are trying toclose.51. What does the author say about communicating science to the general public?A) It will help them to keep abreast of the latest scientific developments.B) It is a necessary means to improve their understanding of scientific issues.C) It will get them more involved in academic debates on environmental problems.D) It is an effective way to augment scientists9 influence beyond the academic circle.52. What does the author advise scientists do to deal with topics outside of their specialty?A) Write or present on them from new angles.B) Utilize information from diverse sources.C) Turn to a specialist for professional help.D) Fact-check with colleagues in their field.53. What does the author say we can learn from social media?A) A solid academic foundation is essential to understanding baffling scientific principles.B) Modem technology has facilitated communication between scientists and the public.2022年6月英语六级真题第2套 第7页共8页C) Scientific articles have gained increasing popularity among the general public.D) The public's understanding of science is much better than some have claimed.54. What does the example of the biologist who shared an intricate analogy show?A) It is helpful to use illustrations in explaining scientific phenomena.B) It is imperative to have appropriate titles to explain scientific issues.C) A learned scholar is not necessarily a qualified science communicator.D) A nonscientific audience cannot duly understand principles of science.55. What does the author suggest scientists do to close the gap between science and society?A) Explain complex concepts scientifically.B) Make appropriate use of scientific terms.C) Take courses in public speaking.D) Develop communication skills.Part IV Translation (30 minutes)Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to translate a passage from Chinese intoEnglish. You should write your answer on Answer Sheet 2.南京长江大桥是长江上首座由中国设计、采用国产材料建造的铁路、公路两用桥，上层的4车道公路桥长4589米，下层的双轨道铁路桥长6772米。铁路桥连接原来的天津一浦口和上海一南京两条铁路线，使火车过江从过去一个半小时缩短为现在的2分钟。大桥是南北交通的重要枢纽，也是南京的著名景点之一。南京长江大桥的建成标志着中国桥梁建设的一个飞跃，大大方便了长江两岸的物资交流和人员来往，对促进经济发展和改善人民生活起到了巨大作用。2022年6月英语六级真题第2套 第8页共8页