2024年成人高等考试《英语》（专升本）试题（网友回忆版）

Imagine you are on a desert island for the rest of your days.What one book would you most __21__ to have with you? Much more often than not, people __22__ a great work of literature to keep them company for their __23__ lives there.
Then, what is literature? The answer is found by __24__ at literature itself.For example, consider the very first __25__ works we come into contact with over the __26__ of our lives-children's literature.Most of us __27__ the first steps into the world of reading in the __28__: someone we love reads to us in bed.So begins the lifelong journey through all __29__ pages that lie ahead.As we grow up, the practice of reading for pleasure—which __30__ means reading literature—stays with us.Explaining to young children the politics or the history would be __31__.Literature, with its ability to communicate to all ages, can help.
__32__ we read well, we will find ourselves in a dialogue __33__ the most creative minds of our own time and of the past.It enriches(丰富) life in __34__ that nothing else quite can.It makes us more __35__ .The better we learn to read literature, the better it will do that.

Passage One
When I was around 10 years old, I remember staying at my great aunt and uncle's in Derbyshire.I visited them every summer, and this particular year, they gave me a plastic camera that they'd received free with a purchase.I felt like I'd been given the world.
I remember the joy of photographing everything I could, sending them to Triple Print and waiting for the results in the post.I have boxes and boxes of prints, all full of memories: photos of blue skies,brightly coloured gardens, photos of us girls pulling faces, and my brother's bike.
As I matured, I took photography classes and learnt how to develop and process photos.I learnt about composition and how to make a photo attractive.As soon as I started working, all my money went on film, prints and albums.There was such a pleasure in feeling the photos in your hands and of adding them to albums.
Over time, photography has progressed-it's simple to photograph every detail of your day:your meals, your workout, your night out.Our entire lives can be documented in digital form.But what do we do with those images? Are they lost forever to the Cloud(云盘)?
I've spent many an hour going through my granddad's photo collection, wondering who all the faces were, why they were all dressed up that particular day, what they were laughing at, or who owned the dog.
I treasure my own printed photos, and all the memories they bring to me.I still print photos from my phone and display them around my house.Once they're down, I'll store them in a memory box before the next lot goes up on display.Maybe, in years to come, my future generations will discover them and laugh at our sense of fashion and the silly faces that we pull.

Passage Two
Did you know that cutting meat and dairy products from your diet can reduce your food carbon footprint(足迹)by 73 percent?It's likely you've heard similar statistics before.It might have even held your attention long enough to try a plant-based diet for a while.However, for some, cutting out delicious meat products forever seems too restrictive to sustain long term.
It's true that we're creatures of habit, so it's no wonder that the dishes we've grown to love might be difficult to give up even when we want to do so with the most earnest of intentions.But for those who are serious about making a personal change, all the exciting new food technology popping up around us could greatly change the way we as a nation consume food.
Studies have shown that fake meat burgers,typically consisting of soy and gluten(大豆和面筋),use around 90 percent less water than hamburgers.Therefore, for all those looking lo make a change without altering their diet too much, this could be wonderful news.Though meat substitutes have their disadvantages too,with some of the highest carbon emission(排放)of all plant-based food yet,the good still far exceeds the bad when used to replace red meat.If health is a big concern for you, you might be better off sticking to vegetables and enjoying fake meat as a treat.
Currently, companies are racing to create the first "lab grown" meat products as a seemingly simple answer to everyone's concerns.The exciting thing to take from this, whichever side you may be on, is that the fake meat industry is growing so rapidly, and it's certain to produce a sustainable option soon.

Passage Three
The amount of sleep a person needs to function effectively varies considerably from individual to individual and from time to time.Newborns spend an average of 16 hours a day sleeping.Teenagers may spend as much as 10 to 11 hours asleep each night.Students in graduate school average eight hours a night.Although the amount of sleep a person needs may vary, it does appear that everyone sleeps and that sleep is crucial to the normal functioning of the body.
Have you ever noticed that there are certain times of the day when you are more alert or more tired?People seem to have an internal biological clock that regulates the sleep-wakefulness cycle.Blood pressure, heart rate, and appetite all follow circadian rhythms(昼夜节律）.A circadian rhythm is a biological clock in our body that regulates the responses of our body within a time period of 24 or 25 hours.Circadian rhythms operate even when clues for day and night are removed.For example, we usually adapt our sleep patterns to the light of day and dark of night;yet researchers who have lived for months at a time in the depths of a cave have still maintained a rhythm to their behaviours.Without any environmental clues, people maintained their circadian rhythms on about a 24- to 25-hour cycle.Researchers have determined that humans have a circadian cycle of approximately 24.18 hours.
Circadian rhythms do not control our sleep cycles; the environment and the 24-hour day control our cycles.Thus, when you miss sleep, this disruption(打乱) becomes very apparent.Some travellers experience jet lag(时差反应）.This occurs when their internal circadian rhythms do not match the real clock time.What do you do to cure jet lag? It usually takes about one day for each hour of time change to return to your normal circadian clock.

Passage Four
A single game of soccer has it all;thrill, drama, passion.It's no wonder millions around the world call it the beautiful game.The World Cup is a special moment for people to gather over community,culture, and competition.And here's the best part;it's a family-friendly event that kids and adults can enjoy together.So get everyone in front of the TV to cheer on your favorite team! Here are some ways for families to make memories over the global celebration.
Watching sports together lets you point out examples of life skills to your children.Focus their attention on what's happening in the game, like how the players behave or show their feelings.Talk with them about the importance of cooperation and fair play.It's also a good way to teach kids about how they view winning and losing.Show them how players on the losing side congratulate the winners at the end of every game.Seeing these kinds of situations on screen and talking about them can develop children's empathy(同感).
In the World Cup, you will see top players.Many of those athletes are role models for the public,both on and off the field.They influence society in a positive way.If soccer was a part of your own childhood, share stories about the players you respected.Not only is this a bonding experience, it's also a way for kids to relate to what they're watching on TV.
The World Cup is a fantastic time to explore the countries in competition.Maybe your family supports the country of your roots, or maybe you cheer for a different nation.Use this moment to help your kids connect with their own heritage(遗产)and learn about places they're less familiar with.It's a fun way to get them learning about the people, languages, food, and more.And if your family likes to get competitive, you can quiz each other about the countries at halftime!

Passage Five
In this digital age, where most of our daily tasks are completed online, older adults often find themselves left out from the digital world.While technology offers convenience and ease for those used to it, many older individuals face difficulties adjusting to the shift toward digital platforms.
Mildred Lovell, a 62-year-old woman, experienced the challenges first hand.As someone who has devoted herself to interacting(交流）with people rather than computers,she found herself struggling when she began studying for an online doctor degree.Realizing her lack of basic technology skills, she sought help from the Brooklyn Public Library's digital literacy(数字素养）program.
Contrary to the idea that older adults have a hard time learning new things, research has shown that they are indeed capable of learning.However, changes in processing speed may result in longer learning paths.Nevertheless, older adults have the flexibility needed to adapt to new experiences, showing their ability to gain digital skills with the right support and patience.
Don Norman, a former vice president of an electronics company, points out that one reason technology doesn't meet the needs of older adults is that it is mostly designed by younger people.He suggests involving older individuals in the design process to address their specific needs in order to make sure that technology is user-friendly for everyone.Sadly, companies often ignore the learning features of older adults, leading to designs that don't match their unique needs and points of view.
To bridge the digital gap for older adults, it's crucial to pay attention to the user-friendliness of technology.Providing support programs,taking in feedback(反馈)from older users,and involving them in the design process are important steps toward creating inclusive digital experiences.By recognizing the potential of older adults and their capability to learn and adjust, we can make sure they actively take part in the digital world.

Secretary: Good afternoon.__56__
Yang: Yes, please.I'm Dennis Yang.I have an appointment with Mr.Long this afternoon.
Secretary: Well, Mr.Yang, your appointment is at 3 p.m.__57__
Yang: I'm sorry.I've come here too early.
Secretary: It's Okay.__58__
Yang: Sure.
Secretary: Would you like something to drink? Coffee, tea or water?
Yang: __59__ Thank you.
Secretary: __60__