2008年6月北京地区研究生学位英语真题及答案.doc

General English Qualifying Test (2008-6) PART II VOCABULARY (10 minutes, 10 points ) Section A (0.5 point each) 21. Some scientists are trying to eliminate malaria by developing a GM mosquito that cant transmit the disease. A. remove B. fabricate C. enhance D. utilize 22. A tall building is usually equipped with several elevators, so it doesnt matter if one of them is out of order. A. in a mess B. in bad condition C. in short supply D. in a hurry 23. As the train service had been suspended, thousands of people had to wait for days at the station. A. elevated slightly B. cancelled completely C. delayed frequently D. stopped temporarily 24. We can learn about the hazards of hunting big game in stories about their ancestors. A. adventures B. pleasures C. dangers D. consequences 25. Novel drugs developed through biotechnologies can be expected to deliver a better effect. A. distribute B. produce C. liberate D. express 26. The price of housing varies with demand, and the same rule seems to hold for automobiles. A. contain B. fasten C. grasp D. apply 27. Some people are skeptical about the validity of Aristotles argument that man is by nature a political animal. A. efficiency B. soundness C. availability D. contribution 28. Heart-broken and desperate, she was determined to leave this family for good. A. permanently B. alternatively C. temporarily D. desirably 29. It is generally believed that money can always bring happiness, but studies and surveys have proved that this is a myth. A. fairy tale B. absolute myth C. mistaken idea D. big controversy 30. The sight of these soldiers toiling along the expressway was extremely touching to a tender heart. A.