自学考试中公共课目的必考课程，是自考本科的课程，是所有科目里学分最高的科目，使用的教材仍然是全国版教材。英语（二）课程既是一门语言实践课程，也是拓宽知识、了解世界文化的重要素质课程。它以培养学习者的综合应用能力为目标，帮助他们在学习、工作和社会交往中能够使用英语进行有效交流。
自考英语二知识点有什么
1、名词的单复数
规则变化+s/es、不规则变化（mouse-mice）、单复数同形、同一词在不同意义下有可能可数有可能不可数
2、名词所有格
‘s（表示有生命：Lily’s desk）、of所有格（表示无生命the window of the room）
3、名词修饰语
只修饰可数名词（each、every、a great many）、只修饰不可数名词（little、a little、 alarge amount of）、都可以修饰（some、alot of、plenty of）
4、不定冠词（a/an单数不特指）；定冠词（the/this/that/these/those表特定）
5、such的用法
such作限定词和all,no,any,some,other,anther等词连用时，such放后面。
如果such修饰单数可数名词，且与不定冠词连用时需置于其前；such前有no时不用冠词。
6、so的用法
在believe,think,expect,suppose等词后用so代替前文提出的观点
在肯定句中表示与上文相同的情况，如：So do I.
7、all和both的用法
all三者或三者以上全部都，both二者都。all指整体或抽象事物时当做单数，指人时当做复数。both做主语时，谓语动词用复数。
8、many修饰或替代可数名词，much修饰或替代不可数名词
many a 许多（谓语动词用单数）
a good/greatmany很多
as many as/asmuch as一样多、差不多
9、little几乎没有，修饰不可数名词
a little有一点，修饰不可数名词
few几乎没有，修饰可数名词
a few有一点，修饰可数名词
10、形容词比较级最高级
原级比较：…is as good asmine.
表示少于或超过另一方：fewer than, morethan
易混淆短语：as well as也…既…
as far as就…而言
11、比较级常见错误：用much表强调时的误用
She looks more younger than I.（×）
She looks much younger than I.（√）
12、介词短语重点
except for除了
in place of代替
on behalf of代表
but for要不是
in front of在…前面
13、介词across, over, through, past四个常考介词的区别
across 横穿穿越，发生在物体表面
over 跨过越过，发生在物体上方
through 穿过，发生在某物空间内
past 从旁经过
14、易混淆的介词短语
in all总共
after all毕竟
at all根本，常用在否定句中表强调
above all最重要的是，尤其是
15、序数词前一定要加定冠词the，改错常考，序数词与基数词连用时，序数词放在前面，如the first one。
16、will和would的用法（常考）
will常与第二人称you连用，表示征求对方意见，will you/won’t you?
would更委婉客气一些，常用短语：would like to dowould rather宁愿
17、虚拟语气
18、一般现在时表将来的2种情况：
拟定或安排好的事情、一定要发生的动作：The train arrives at 10.
在时间状语从句、条件状语从句、让步状语从句中一般现在时表将来
19、过去即将要发生的动作：was/were about todo sth.
20、句子中出现过去时，才会使用过去完成时表过去的过去-一直延续到过去的动作
I was tired. I had been working sincedawn.
21、常用句型：
It is adj. for sb.to do sth.
It is adj. of sb. to do sth.（形容词评价某人）
22、经常接疑问词+不定式的动词：learn, ask, discuss, explain, know, remember, forget, understand, think, consider, decide.
如 I have to learn how to study English.
23、主谓一致
the number of+复数名词作主语时，谓语动词用单数
a number of+复数名词时，谓语动词用复数
someplentyofa lot of，谓语动词根据所修饰的词而定
a quantity of谓语动词用单数；large quantities of谓语动词用复数
24、谓语动词就近一致：
either…or…/neither…nor…/not only…but also…谓语动词和靠近的主语一致（常考）
25、同位语从句
常跟同位语从句的名词或短语（常考）：belief /doubt /hope /report /word /opinion /idea…使用举例：We have some doubt whether they can complete the task on time.
自考英语二试题
一、阅读判断（第1~10题，每题1分，共10分）
Lacking in Self-Esteem (自尊)? Good for you!
According to psychological and educational theories, self-esteem is essential for a successful life. Generations of children, especially minority kids, have been educated according to the theory that they lack self-esteem, and that this deficiency is central to any problems they may have in making their way in the world.
Well, guess what? A new research has found that self-esteem can be just as high among grade D students and drunk drivers as it is among Nobel Prize winners and former presidents. In fact, people with high self-esteem can engage in far more anti-social behavior than those with low self-esteem. “We used to believe that high self-esteem would cause all sorts of positive consequences and that if we raised self-esteem, people would do better in life,” a researcher said. “Mostly, the data have failed to support that.” Racists, street thugs (恶棍) and school bullies (恶霸) all have high scores on the self-esteem tests. And you can see why. If you think you’re highly gifted, you’re particularly offended if other people don’t treat you that way. So you hit out or commit crimes to defend your pride. After all, who are they to suggest that you could be doing something wrong? What do they know?
Self-esteem can also be an educational concern. College teachers are constantly complaining about the high self-esteem of their students. When every grade in the school is assessed so as to make the kid feel good rather than to give an accurate measure of his work, the kid can develop self-esteem dangerously unrelated to the truth. When he’s told he is getting a C grade in college, he can then get deeply offended or extremely angry. Weak professors give in to the pressure – hence, grade inflation, which results in their students’ vague touch with reality.
1. It is believed that minority kids often have self-esteem problem.
A. True B.False C. Not Given
2. A new research shows that high self-esteem is essential to success.
A. True B.False C. Not Given
3. Parents are responsible for their children’s self-esteem.
A. True B.False C. Not Given
4. Anti-social behavior is related to low self-esteem.
A. True B.False C. Not Given
5. Racists have low self-esteem.
A. True B.False C. Not Given
6. People with high self-esteem are hurt more easily.
A. True B.False C. Not Given
7. College students are faced with high economic pressure.
A. True B.False C. Not Given
8. College teachers are often annoyed with students’ high self-esteem.
A. True B.False C. Not Given
9. High grades help students know the truth of themselves.
A. True B.False C. Not Given
10. Some college students may find a C grade offending.
A. True B.False C. Not Given
二、阅读选择（第11~15题，每题2分，共10分）
Organic Farming
During thousands of years of huma civilization, the raising of animals and growing of plants have always been organic. Chemicals for farming first came up at the turn of the 20th century. Widespread use of chemicals began after World War II. In the 1950s and 60s farmers started using chemical fertilizers and pesticides (杀虫剂). Recently, however, more and more farmers have been returning to organic farming.
In organic farming, farm products are produced in more natural ways. Crops, meat and other food are produced without chemicals. Chemical fertilizers, pesticides, and growth hormones (激素) are forbidden. Farmers enrich the soil with natural fertilizers. They pull out weeds by hand. Hay and straw are put between the rows of plants to stop weeding. They rely on the natural enemies of pests to control pests. Animals are fed organically and can eat grass outdoors. Cows, for example, are kept in pastures (草场) and fields. Vegetables and fruit are also produced with organic methods.
Organic farming enjoys many advantages. For example, crop rotation can preserve the good qualities of soils. The growing of different crops can keep soils healthy and fertile. Organic farming is healthier for farm workers, and there are fewer remains of chemicals in food. In the long run, organic farms save energy and protect the environment. It can slow down global warming and reduce the pollution of ground water.
Meanwhile, there are some disadvantages. Organic food is more expensive. Organic products may cost up to 40% more. Production costs are higher as farmers need more workers, and the land output is much less. Marketing and distribution is not efficient because organic food is provided in smaller amount. Crop illness may happen very often. Besides, organic farming cannot produce enough food for the world’s population to survive. This could lead to starvation in countries that can produce enough food today.
11. Organic farming ______.
A. started in the 1950s
B. had a short history
C. has become popular in recent years
D. was promoted by World War II
12. In organic farming ______.
A. cows can move around in fields
B. natural enemies of pests are scarce
C. chemicals are used to kill pests
D. machines are used to pull out weeds
13. The phrase “crop rotation” (Para. 3) probably means “______”.
A. growing high-yielding crops
B. seasonal growing of crops
C. planting soil-enriching crops
D. regular changing of crops
14. One advantage of organic farming is that it is ______.
A. water-saving
B. labor-saving
C. market-friendly
D. environmentally-friendly
15. The problem of organic farming is ______.
A. poor qualities of soils
B. high production costs
C. the use of too much land
D. the shortage of farm workers
三、概括段落大意和补全句子（第16~25题，每题1分，共10分）
Health Benefits of Honey with Milk
Honey and milk get along well. Since ancient times, this mix is known for its amazing health benefits.
(1) Take a glass of honey with milk before you set out for your day in the morning, and you are guaranteed enough to get through the morning rush. Milk provides you the proteins required while honey helps you get the energy by breaking down these proteins. No wonder this drink is meant for all ages alike.
(2) Milk is known for providing calcium (钙), which, in right levels, helps in preventing bone diseases as we age. Research has indicated that honey does a good job of carrying nutrients (营养成分) in the food through the blood to various parts of the body. In particular, honey helps in the absorption of calcium, the vital part of milk.
(3) If you ask doctors or your grandmother for a solution to your sleeplessness, you are bound to get the same answer –– a glass of warm milk with honey. It is best known to induce sleep. So take it regularly if you have sleeping problems.
(4) Milk and honey not only help in preventing aging by keeping the skin glowing, but also improve your body as a whole as they contain antioxidants (抗氧化物). These help keep the body young and flexible. For a very long time, this has been an open secret in keeping your body look and feel young.
(5) Both milk and honey are known to ward off harmful bacteria in our body, but their combined strength is more effective in achieving this effect. Cough and cold can be prevented by taking this drink regularly. It also aids in digestion and treating bowel disorders.
Task 1
A. Honey milk for digestion
16. Paragraph (1)
B. Honey milk for a youthful glow
17. Paragraph (2)
C. Honey milk for stronger bones
18. Paragraph (3)
D. Honey milk for energy
19. Paragraph (4)
E. Honey milk for a sound sleep
20. Paragraph (5)
F. Honey milk for antibacterial benefits
Task 2
21. Milk is rich in _______.
22. Milk and honey help _______.
23. Honey helps the absorption ______.
24. Your body may bend or move easily if you _______.
25. Drinking honey milk regularly can prevent _______.
A. proteins and calcium
B. fat and sugar
C. cough and cold
D. your body look and feel young
E. drink milk and honey
F. of calcium
四、填句补文（第26~30题，每题2分，共10分）
Insomnia (失眠)
I just could not fall asleep the other night. I just didn’t feel sleepy. I can’t explain why, but it was really annoying.
I got very bored lying in bed, so I decided to read a book. ___26___ But even when I finished reading, I still didn’t feel tired. So I listened to some peaceful music. That didn’t work, either. I have heard people say if you have a warm drink before bedtime, it will help you drift off to sleep. So I went downstairs and made myself a cup of tea. ___27___ Still, I couldn’t sleep. I was getting very frustrated by this point!
It felt strange to be awake while everyone else was asleep. ___28___ In fact, it was a little big frightening. When you go to sleep, it feels like one day ends and another begins. But if you stay up late, you realize that day and night are just a gentle transition (转变), a cycle while has no end and no beginning. At 4 a.m., I noticed a faint light coming through my curtains. The sun had started to rise!
Normally, I’m a heavy sleeper. ___29___ So on this occasion, I consider myself lucky to see a beautiful sunrise. I knew I needed to get some rest, but it seemed the harder I tried to force myself asleep, the more difficult it was.
Eventually, I just let my mind go free. ___30___ I listened to the birdsong... and the next thing I knew it was 11 a.m.! I was happy that I had managed to get some sleep! I have never struggled with sleeping before, so this was my first experience of insomnia. Fortunately, I have been sleeping well since then.
A. The world seemed so quiet.
B. I stopped forcing myself to sleep.
C. After my tea, I got back into bed.
D. I didn’t want to wake up my family.
E. I thought reading would help me get to sleep.
F. I had never been awake at this time in the morning.
五、填词补文（第31~40题，每题1.5分，共15分）
Smiles
A smile costs nothing but creates much. It enriches those who ____, without making those who give poor. It happens in a ____ and the memory of it sometimes lasts ____. None are so rich that they can get along without it, and none so ____ but are richer for its benefits. It creates ____ in the home, and fosters goodwill in a business. It is rest to the weary (疲劳的), daylight to the ____ and sunshine to the sad. Yet it can’t be bought, begged, borrowed, or stolen, for it is something that is no earthly good to anybody till it is given ____. And if in the last-minute rush of Christmas ____, some of our salespeople should be too ____ to give you a smile, may we ____ you to leave one of yours? For nobody needs a smile so much as those who have none left to give!
A.forever
E.discouraged
I.poor
B.away
F.flash
J.enough
C.happiness
G.receive
K.buying
D.satisfied
H.tired
L.ask
六、完形补文 （第41~50题，每题1.5分，共15分）
The Importance of Friendship for School-age Children
Friends are very important to school-age children’s healthy (health) development. Research has ____ (show) that children who lack friends can suffer from emotional and mental difficulties later in life. They have also found that children with friends have a ____ (great) sense of happiness, better self-esteem and fewer problems as they grow up.
Friendships provide children with more than just fun ____ (playmate). They help children develop emotionally and ____ (moral). In interacting with friends, children learn many ____ (society) skills, such as how to communicate, and how to cooperate. They practice ____ (control) their emotions and responding to the emotions of others. They develop their ____ (able) to think through and negotiate different situations in their relationships. Having friends ____ (affect) children in many ways, even their school ____ (perform). Children tend to have better attitudes about school and learning when they have friends there. In short, friendships are not just a luxury, they are a ____ (necessary) for children.
七、写作（30分）
请根据所提供材料中的要求完成一篇100词左右的英文写作任务。将你的答案写在答题纸相应的位置上。
某英语学习报征集一篇题为“My Dream Trip”的稿件。请就此题目写一篇英文短文应征，内容包括：
• 你最想去哪里旅游
• 为什么你最想去那里
答案
一、阅读判断（第1~10题，每题1分，共10分）
ABCBB
ACABA
二、阅读选择（第11~15题，每题2分，共10分）
CADDB
三、概括段落大意和补全句子（第16~25题，每题1分，共10分）
DCEBF
ADFEC
四、填句补文（第26~30题，每题2分，共10分）
ECAFB
五、填词补文（第31~40题，每题1.5分，共15分）
GFAIC
EBKHL
六、完形补文（第41~50题，每题1.5分，共15分）
shown, greater, playmates, morally, social, controlling, ability, affects, performance, necessity
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