2013 年专四真题详解
（新题型优化）
PART I DICTATION
What Are Dreams for?
One theory is that we dream to release the deep, secret desires. / We do not express these desires in
real life because of the rules of polite society. I Another theory is that dreams allow us to solve problems /
that we can't solve in real life. / We go to sleep with a problem and wake up with the solution. I This
may be a way to use our dreams rather than a purpose of dreaming. / If you believe that your dreams are
important, / then analyzing them may help you to focus on the problem. / The modem image is that dreams
are the brain's way / of cleaning up the computer's hard disk /
【听写难点】这篇听写的难度主要在最后部分对于梦的现代解读：将大脑类比为电脑，将梦类比为整理电脑硬盘。听写涉
及的易混淆或易拼写错误的词汇： release 释放； solution 解决方法； analyze 分析； image 形象； clear up 清
理； hard disk 电脑硬盘 。
PART II LISTENING COMPREHENSION -···· 温---,.-,--------- --飞＿＿＿
SECTION A
Differences between Chinese Cultures and American Cu ltures
Good morning, everyone. Today we are going to talk about the major differences between Chinese cul
tures and American cultures. China can trace their traditions and customs for thousands of years . [ 1 ]Ameri
ca is still a small bab of a nation that has had ve few traditions of its own but has become [2]such a
melting pot of cultures that there is almost no specific American culture that can be said to be applied
across the board. This makes both cultures unique and worthy of study and respect. With this in mind, let's
begin with the differences.
1. [3]Social structure. In China the social structure is formal and hierarchical. You know where you fit
in the structure and you abide by the rules there. There is no crossing into other areas. In America, [4]让担
much more loose and informal. It is . not uncommon to see those of various social levels socializing and
knowing each other. There are very few lines that socially are not allowed to be crossed. This can cause
problems in business relationships if the visiting culture is unaware of it.
2. Confrontation/Conflict. If you are planning on conducting business in China or expecting an extended
stay, it might be useful to know that the direct way that most Americans approach issues is not the way
to go in China. [5]Direct conflict or confrontation over issues is hi hl frowned u on. Doesn't matter that
the "truth" needs to be spoken; respect and honour to each person replace that. [5]To prove a point and
show ourself in the ri ht even over business issues is considered shameful and should be avoided.
3. Self. The Chinese looks more at the group collectivism than at individualism. [7]America has become
known for its push of individualism which has been a source of conflict with other cultures that look col
lectively. A person from China is more prone to look at how their acts affect the whole instead of how it
affects them personally. [6]The are more w出in to ive u and sacrifice for the reater ood.
4. [8]Face and reputation. Reputation of the individual is very important in China. If an action will hu
rniliate someone or ruin a reputation, it is, avoided. When sh扛ne occurs, the person sacrifices his job or
whatever it is that will heal the sh皿 e. In America, reputations come and go overnight and in the end usu-
专四 2013 -10
亡·-．三．三
·6.r三．己已一之--
.. -}:～}-L·:L·Lb·b·-i·-3·
七1甘芍__ ＿T'占7_＿L·-．三七三．
2013年专四真题解析.pdf
