大学英语四级仔细阅读专项强化真题试卷16
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The question of whether our government should promote science and technology or the liberal arts in higher education isn\’t an either/or proposition(命题), although the current emphasis on preparing young Americans for STEM(science, technology, engineering, maths)-related fields can make it seem that way.
The latest congressional report acknowledges the critical importance of technical training, but also asserts that the study of the humanities(人文学科)and social sciences must remain central components of America\’s educational system at all levels. Both areas are critical to producing citizens who can participate effectively in our democratic society, become innovative(创新的)leaders, and benefit from the spiritual enrichment that the reflection on the great ideas of mankind over time provides.
Parents and students who have invested heavily in higher education worry about graduates\’ job prospects as technological advances and changes in domestic and global markets transform professions in ways that reduce wages and cut jobs. Under these circumstances, it\’s natural to look for what may appear to be the most \\
1.What does the latest congressional report suggest?(B)
A. STEM-related subjects help students find jobs in the information society.
B. The humanities and STEM subjects should be given equal importance.
C. The liberal arts in higher education help enrich students’ spiritual life.
D. Higher education should be adjusted to the practical needs of society.
解析：语义理解题。文中提到最新的国会报告强调人文学科与社会学科仍是美国教育系统各个阶段的中心，可见其重要性，这里两种学科地位是平等的，故答案为B)。
2.What is the main concern of students when they choose a major?(D)
A. Their interest in relevant subjects.
B. The academic value of the courses.
C. The quality of education to receive.
D. Their chances of getting a good job.
解析：推理判断题。第三段第一句指出，由于国内外市场的变化，家长与学生对就业前景忧心忡忡，“就读一个能够帮助你找到工作的专业”对有些人来说是显而易见的答案，故答案为D)。
3.What does the author say about the so-called soft subjects?(A)
A. They benefit students in their future life.
B. They broaden students’ range of interests.
C. They improve students’ communication skills.
D. They are essential to students’ healthy growth.
解析：推理判断题。the so—called soft subjects实际上是指humanities(人文学科)，这些学科能够提升人们的精神境界，丰富精神生活，对人们未来的生活影响较大，故答案为A)。
4.What kind of job applicants do employers look for?(D)
A. Those who have a strong sense of responsibility.
B. Those who are good at solving practical problems.
C. Those who are likely to become innovative leaders.
D. Those who have received a well-rounded education.
解析：语义理解题。文中明确指出，雇主更青睐那些接受了综合性教育的学生，他们擅长写作，批判性地思考问题，创新性地进行研究，而且易于沟通。well-rounded同broadly—based意思相似，故答案为D)。
5.What advice does the author give to college students?(C)
A. Seize opportunities to tap their potential.
B. Try to take a variety of practical courses.
C. Prepare themselves for different job options.
D. Adopt a flexible approach to solving problems.
解析：在文章末段，作者针对学生提出了建议，即“学生不应只为他们的第一份工作而准备，还应考虑到第四、第五份工作，因为毋庸置疑，现在人们步人工作之后，很可能在职业生涯中扮演许多不同的角色”，由此可知，学生需要做多重的准备，以应对形势的变化，故答案为C)。
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