have time to wait. We need progressing politics that shape collective action, alongside engaged citizens pushing for change.
36. Some celebrities star in a new video to ____
A . demand new laws on the use of plastics B. urge consumers to cut the use of plastics C. invite public opinion on the plastic crisis D. disclose the causes of plastics crisis
37. The author is concerned that “moral licensing” may ____
A . mislead us into doing worthless things B. prevent us from making further efforts C. weaken our sense of accomplishment D. suppress our desire for success
38. By pointing out our identity as “citizens,\ .
A. our focus should be shifted to community welfare B. our relationship with local industries is improving C. we have been actively exercising our civil rights D. we should press our governments to lead the combat
39. De Sombre argues that the best way for a collective change should be .
A. a win-win arrangement B. a self-driven mechanism C. a cost- effective approach D. a top down process
40 .The author concludes that individual efforts .
A. can be too aggressive B. are far from sufficient C. can be too inconsistent D. are far from rational
Part B
Directions:
You are going to read a list of headings and a text, choose the most suitable heading from the list A-G for each numbered paragraph (41-45). There are two extra choices in the right column. Mark your
answers on ANSWER SHEET.（10 points）
How seriously should parent take kid's opinions when searching for a home?
In choosing a new home, Camille Mc Clain's kids have a single demand a backyard.
That seemingly reasonable request turned tie Chicago family's home hunt upside down, as there weren't many three-bedroom apartments on the North Side--where the family was looking--that came with yard space. Still, McClain and her husband chose to honor their 4-and 6-year-old's request.
“We worked with a few apartment brokers, and it was strange that many of them didn't even know if there was outdoor space, so they'd bring us to an apartment, we'd see that it didn't have a yard, and we'd move on,\said McClain, who runs Merry Music Makers in Lakeview, business focused on music education for children.
McClain's little ones aren't the only kids who have an opinion when it comes to housing, and in many cases youngsters' views weigh heavily on parents' real estate decisions, according to a 2018 Harris Poll survey of more than 2,000 U.S. adults.
Renters paid attention to their kids' preferences even more: 83 percent said their children's opinions will be a factor when they buy a home.
The idea of involving children in a big decision is a great idea because it can help them feel a sense of control and ownership in what can be an overwhelming process, said Ryan Hooper, clinical psychologist in Chicago.
“Children may face serious difficulties in coping with significant moves, especially if it removes them from their current school or support system,\
Younger children should feel like they're choosing their home--without actually getting a choice in the matter, said Adam Bailey, real estate attorney based in New York and author of the upcoming children's book \
Asking them questions about what they like about the backyard of a potential home--or asking them where their toys would go in the house-will make them feel like they're being included in the decision-making process, Bailey said.
Many of the aspects of homebuying aren't a consideration for children, said Tracey Hampson, a real estate agent based in Santa Clarita, Calif. And placing too much emphasis on their opinions can ruin a fantastic home purchase.
She has a client who has been house-hunting for a while, and he always asks his young children their opinion. But when this buyer finally decided to write an offer on a home with a pool, his children burst into tears because they didn't want a pool.
\a real estate decision is wise, but I wouldn't base the purchasing decision solely on their opinions.\
The other issue is that many children--especially older ones--may base their real estate knowledge on HGTV shows, which tend to focus on superficial aspects of real estate, said Aaron Norris of the Norris Group in Riverside, Calif.
“They love Chip and Julie Gaines just as much as the rest of us,” he said. \how people view real estate. It's not shelter, it's a lifestyle. With that mindset change comes some serious money consequences.\
Kids tend to get stuck in the features and the immediate benefits to them personally, Norris said. And while their opinions on those elements shouldn't reign supreme, the homebuying process could be a time to start talking to kids about money, budgeting, homeownership and other financial decisions.
“Their opinions can change tomorrow,\likely not be made contingent on a child's opinions, but rather made for them with great consideration into what home can meet their needs best--and give them an opportunity to customize it a bit and make it their own.”
This advice is more relevant now than ever before, even as more parents want to embrace the ideas of their children, despite the current housing crunch.
Today, wannabe homebuyers have to be more open when it comes to must-haves and what you can compromise on, Hampson said.
And speaking of compromise: The McClain kids, hungry for outdoor space, fell in love with a home in the North Park neighborhood that had a large yard. But it wasn't ideal by their parents' standards.
The family ended up renting a house in North Center that had a smaller yard, but it was still big enough for playtime.
\there's a hammock they lounge on, a spot to jump rope, a place to play in the sprinkler, and an area to write with sidewalk chalk.\ A. notes that aspects like children′s friends and social activities should be considered up on homebuying. 41. Ryan Hopper B. believes that homebuying should be based on children′s need′s rather than their opinions. 42. Adam Bailey C. assumes that many children’s views on real estate are influenced by the media. 43. Tracey Hampson 44. Aaron Norris 45. Julie Garner D. remarks that significant moves may pose challenges to children. E. says that it is wise to leave kids in the dark about real estate decisions. F. advise that home purchase should not be based only on children opinions. G.thinks that children should be given a sense of involvement in homebuying decisions. Section III Translation
Directions：
In this section there is a text in English. Translate the following text into Chinese. Write your translation on the ANSWER SHEET.（15 points）
It is easy to underestimate English writer James Herriot. He had such a pleasant, readable style that are might think that anyone could imitate it. How many times have I heard people say, “I could write a book. I just haven’t the time”. Easily said. Not so easily done. James Herriot, contrary to popular opinion did not find it easy in his early days of, as he put it, “having a go at the writing game”. While he obviously had an abundance of natural talent, the final polished work that he have to the world was the result of years of practicing, re-writing and reading. Like the majority of authors, he had to suffer many disappointments and rejections along the way, but these made him all the more determined to succeed. Everything he achieved in life was earned the hard way and his success in the literacy field was no exception.
Section Writing
Part A
Suppose Professor Smith ask you to plan a debate on the theme of city traffic, write an email to him. 1) suggest a topic and write your reasons; 2) and your arrangement.
You should write about 100 words on the ANSWER SHEET. Do not use your own name. Use “Li Ming” instead. Do not write your address. (10 points)
Part B
Write your essay based on the following chart. In your essay, you should 1) interpret the chart, and 2) give your comments.
You should write about 150 words on the ANSWER SHEET. (15points)
2019年全国硕士研究生入学统一考试英语（二）解析
Section I Use of English
本文的主题是因为总是称体重有负面影响所以作者改变了健身计划。作者太关注于体重秤的数字，而忽略了健身的真正意义是保持整体健康。所以作者停止了天天称体重，开始关注营养和整体健康。 1 C. 第二句话中...hurt more than it...反复讲过，A more than B肯定的是A,而不是B，得出总是称体重的缺点比优点多，第一句和第二句是转折关系，所以选however。选项A是因此，选项B是否则，选项 D是另外。
2. D. 从 more than得出，因为是转折关系，所以选和hurt相反的词，所以选helps。
3. A. Solely仅仅，从上下文得知，此句的意思是天天称体重导致作者把关注点从保持整体健康转移到了“仅仅看体重称”上。occasionally偶尔；formally形式上，正式地；initially最初地。
4. A. 从上半句得出，作者gained weight，体重增加了，所以他只想着把体重秤上的数字“降”下来。所以选lowering。
5. C. 固定搭配，达到目标，reach sb’s goal.
6. A. 词语辨析。Depiction描述，distribution分配，prediction预测，definition定义。
7. D. 逻辑关系判断出，因为训练计划的改变，要花三周到一个月的时间体重才会有明显的改变。所以选表示因果关系的due to. 其他选项：regardless of不管；aside from除了；along with随着。
8. C. 上下文意思，上一句说要花三周到一个月...，讲的是时间长，所以这句是最立刻的改变。Rigid严格的；precise精确的；orderly有序的。
9. B. 从第4段开始，作者开始改变，不以减体重为目标，上述的3段都是讲改变目标的理由，所以此题选reasons.
10. D. Switched to...转为两个月的体重计划作为代替。Though是转折；again再次，文中没有说过；indeed实际上，不符。
11. A. 词意辨析。此句意思是：因为减体重不是我的目标了，对我来说，每周追踪体重就没那么重要了。Track追踪，轨迹；overlook忽略；conceal隐藏；report报告。
2019年管理类专业学位联考综合能力试卷
