AP Chinese Language and Culture Unit 6: Global Challenges Practice Exam

Assessment for Unit 6: Global Challenges

Estimated Time: 60 minutes

Exam Details

Questions: 33 total (30 multiple choice, 3 short answer)
Time: 60 minutes (recommended)
Topics Covered: Unit 6: Global Challenges
Format: Multiple Choice, Short Answer questions matching real exam difficulty
Scoring: Instant results with detailed explanations

A. Multiple-Choice Questions (30 Questions)

Select the one best answer for each question.

1. Based on the text below, what is the main purpose of the government's announcement? "为了保护环境，市政府宣布从下周一开始，所有超市将不再提供免费塑料袋。顾客购物时需要自备购物袋。这一规定是为了减少白色污染，鼓励市民过低碳生活。"

(A)To announce a discount on plastic bags.(B)To promote the use of reusable bags to reduce pollution.(C)To explain the high cost of manufacturing plastic.(D)To encourage citizens to shop at different supermarkets.

2. According to the passage below, which group faces difficulties with the new payment method? "随着科技的发展，移动支付在中国变得非常普及。人们出门只需要带手机，扫一扫二维码就可以买东西、坐车。这种无现金的生活方式虽然方便快捷，但也给一些不会使用智能手机的老年人带来了不便。"

(A)Taxi drivers who prefer cash.(B)Young people who rely on technology.(C)Elderly people who cannot use smartphones.(D)Shop owners who do not have QR codes.

3. What is the primary concern raised by the data mentioned in the text? "数据显示，该国劳动年龄人口数量在过去五年中持续下降，而退休人口数量却在增加。专家指出，这种人口结构的变化可能会导致未来劳动力短缺，并给社会保障系统带来巨大压力。"

(A)The rapid increase in the unemployment rate.(B)The potential shortage of labor and pressure on social security.(C)The lack of educational resources for young people.(D)The decline in the quality of medical services for retirees.

4. Based on the passage, why is international cooperation considered important? "在全球化的今天，各国经济联系越来越紧密。一个国家的经济危机可能会迅速影响到其他国家。因此，加强国际合作，共同应对经济风险，对于保持全球经济稳定至关重要。"

(A)To increase cultural exchange between nations.(B)To ensure that all countries use the same currency.(C)To maintain global economic stability against shared risks.(D)To prevent countries from trading with one another.

5. Text: 为了保护环境，市政府决定从下个月起，所有的超市和商场将不再免费提供塑料袋。市民购物时需要自备购物袋或购买环保袋。这一新规定旨在减少“白色污染”，鼓励市民养成绿色消费的习惯。虽然刚开始可能会感到不便，但为了我们共同的地球，这是值得的。 Question: What is the main idea of the announcement?

(A)Supermarkets will close temporarily for environmental renovation.(B)Plastic bags will no longer be provided for free to reduce pollution.(C)The city is distributing free reusable shopping bags to all citizens.(D)Citizens are required to volunteer to clean up plastic waste in the city.

6. Text: 随着科技的发展，电子书越来越流行。有人认为电子书方便携带，且价格便宜。但在我看来，纸质书的触感和墨香是电子设备无法替代的。更重要的是，长时间盯着屏幕对眼睛不好。虽然我们不能否认科技的进步，但在阅读这件事上，我还是坚持传统的读法。 Question: Which of the following best describes the author's point of view regarding reading habits?

(A)The author strongly advocates for banning electronic books to protect eyesight.(B)The author prefers paper books despite acknowledging the convenience of e-books.(C)The author believes technology has completely ruined the modern reading experience.(D)The author thinks e-books are superior overall due to their low cost and portability.

7. Text: 数据显示，过去十年中，农村人口向城市迁移的速度有所放缓。与此同时，城市中的空气质量指数（AQI）与呼吸道疾病的发病率呈现出正相关的关系。另外，调查显示，越来越多的城市居民表示愿意为了健康搬到环境更好的郊区或小城镇居住。 Question: Based on the text, which factor is likely influencing the potential shift in migration patterns?

(A)The lack of high-paying job opportunities in major cities.(B)The significant improvement of rural education systems.(C)Health concerns related to urban environmental conditions.(D)The sharp decrease in housing prices in major metropolitan areas.

8. Text: 在全球化的今天，学习外语变得尤为重要。然而，很多人只注重语言的流利度，却忽视了语言背后的文化内涵。如果在交流中不懂得对方的文化习俗，即使语言再好，也可能会产生误解。因此，真正的“全球公民”不仅要会说外语，更要具备跨文化的理解能力。 Question: What is the implication of the author's argument regarding language learning?

(A)Fluency is the only metric that truly matters in global business communication.(B)Cultural competence is essential for effective communication and avoiding misunderstandings.(C)Learning foreign languages is less important than learning world history.(D)Global citizens should focus on preserving their own local customs before learning others.

9. Read the following email excerpt and answer the question. 发件人： 王社长 主题： 环保周志愿者招募 各位同学： 大家好！ 为了响应这一学期“全球挑战”的主题，我们环保社决定在下周举办“绿色校园”活动。我们注意到最近学校食堂的塑料垃圾（plastic waste）增加了很多。因此，我们需要招募五名志愿者在午餐时间帮忙宣传垃圾分类，并指导同学们正确使用回收站。如果有兴趣，请在本周五前回复邮件报名。 谢谢！ Question: What is the primary reason the club is organizing this event?

(A)To complain about the quality of food in the school cafeteria.(B)To raise money for a new recycling facility.(C)To address the increase in plastic waste on campus.(D)To recruit new members for the environmental club.

10. Read the following email excerpt and answer the question. 发件人： 张伟 主题： 回复：关于移动支付 李明： 你好！收到你的邮件很高兴。 你问我现在的日常生活有什么变化，我觉得最大的变化就是“无现金”生活。现在在中国，无论是去商场购物，还是在路边摊买小吃，甚至坐出租车，都可以用手机扫二维码（QR code）支付。我出门几乎不带钱包了。这种变化虽然方便，但也让一些不会用智能手机的老年人感到困难。 Question: Based on the email, what is a potential downside of the 'cashless' lifestyle mentioned by the sender?

(A)It causes people to spend more money than they intend.(B)It creates difficulties for elderly people who are not tech-savvy.(C)It requires carrying a portable charger everywhere.(D)It is not accepted by small street vendors.

11. Read the following email excerpt and answer the question. 发件人： 社区服务中心 主题： 周末探访活动 亲爱的志愿者们： 随着人口老龄化（aging population）问题日益严重，很多子女在外地工作的“空巢老人”感到非常孤独。本周六，我们将组织大家去“松柏敬老院”探访。主要任务是陪老人们聊天、下棋，或者表演简单的节目。请大家准备好一颗爱心，准时参加。 Question: Which specific demographic group is the target of this community service activity?

(A)Children living in rural areas.(B)Elderly people living alone or in nursing homes.(C)Workers who have migrated from other cities.(D)Patients recovering in local hospitals.

12. Read the following email closing and answer the question. Email Excerpt: ...关于申请参加“全球气候变化青年论坛”的材料，我已经以附件形式发送给您了。如果您对我的申请有任何疑问，请随时联系我。 再次感谢您的帮助！ 此致 敬礼 学生：陈文敬上 Question: Based on the register and vocabulary used in the closing (此致敬礼), who is the most likely recipient of this email?

(A)A close friend or classmate.(B)A younger sibling or relative.(C)A teacher or program director.(D)A pen pal the student has never met.

13. Read the following message from a friend discussing environmental issues. Friend: “最近看到新闻说，全球变暖的问题越来越严重了，很多冰川都在融化。我们作为学生，能做些什么呢？” Which of the following responses best maintains the conversation by providing a suggestion with supporting details?

(A)我也觉得这个问题很严重，不知道该怎么办。(B)我们可以多看新闻，了解冰川融化的情况。(C)除了在学校宣传环保知识以外，我们在生活中也应该节约用电，减少碳排放。(D)全球变暖确实是个大问题，大家都应该注意。

14. You are discussing the impact of technology with a classmate. The classmate says: Classmate: “现在人工智能(AI)发展得太快了，很多工作将来可能都会被机器人取代。” Which of the following is the most appropriate follow-up question to elaborate on the topic and deepen the discussion?

(A)是啊，我也想买一个机器人。(B)那你觉得在这样的趋势下，我们现在的学生应该培养哪些机器人无法取代的能力呢？(C)我不喜欢机器人，因为它们没有感情。(D)人工智能确实发展得很快，我也同意。

15. During a conversation about population trends, your teacher asks for your opinion on the aging society. Teacher: “中国面临严重的人口老龄化问题，你认为这会带来什么社会挑战？” Which response uses appropriate transitional expressions to logically explain a consequence?

(A)老人越来越多，所以年轻人越来越少。(B)虽然老人身体很健康，但是他们需要很多照顾。(C)由于老年人口比例增加，劳动人口相对减少，因此社会的养老负担会变得越来越重。(D)不但老人需要照顾，而且年轻人工作很忙。

16. You are participating in a formal interview about global citizenship. The interviewer uses a term you do not understand. Interviewer: “请你谈谈对‘碳足迹’(carbon footprint) 的看法。” If you are unsure what 'carbon footprint' means, which response best demonstrates the strategy of requesting clarification in a formal register?

(A)我不懂你说什么，换个问题吧。(B)你说得太快了，我没听清楚。(C)对不起，我不太理解‘碳足迹’的具体含义，您能稍微解释一下吗？(D)我觉得‘碳足迹’是一个很有意思的话题，但我没有看法。

17. Questions 1-2 refer to the following diary entry. 今天是星期六，我参加了学校组织的环保社团活动——去海滩捡垃圾。刚开始，看到沙滩上到处都是塑料瓶和废纸，我感到既吃惊又难过。心想，这么多垃圾，我们要捡到什么时候呢？但是，看到同学们都在低头弯腰，认真地工作，我也受到了鼓舞。经过三个小时的努力，海滩终于恢复了美丽的样子。总之，这次经历让我深刻地反思：保护环境不能只靠口号，每个人微小的行动汇聚起来，就能产生巨大的力量。 Based on the text, what is the narrator's final reflection (clear closure) regarding environmental protection?

(A)It is the government's sole responsibility to manage waste.(B)Beach cleanups are too exhausting to be effective long-term.(C)Small individual actions collectively create significant impact.(D)Plastic bottles are the most dangerous form of pollution.

18. Questions 1-2 refer to the following diary entry. 今天是星期六，我参加了学校组织的环保社团活动——去海滩捡垃圾。刚开始，看到沙滩上到处都是塑料瓶和废纸，我感到既吃惊又难过。心想，这么多垃圾，我们要捡到什么时候呢？但是，看到同学们都在低头弯腰，认真地工作，我也受到了鼓舞。经过三个小时的努力，海滩终于恢复了美丽的样子。总之，这次经历让我深刻地反思：保护环境不能只靠口号，每个人微小的行动汇聚起来，就能产生巨大的力量。 Which of the following idioms would best fit the description of the narrator's feelings about the outcome of the event, reinforcing the theme of perseverance mentioned in the reflection?

(A)半途而废 (Give up halfway)(B)聚沙成塔 (Sand accumulates to form a tower)(C)画蛇添足 (Draw a snake and add feet)(D)一窍不通 (Know nothing about a subject)

19. Questions 3-4 refer to the following blog post about technology and family. 随着中国社会的老龄化，很多年轻人都去大城市打工，留下了很多孤独的“空巢老人”。我的邻居王奶奶以前总是独自坐在门口发呆。然而，自从她学会了使用智能手机，生活发生了巨大的变化。虽然学习打字对她来说很困难，但她现在每天都能和在国外的孙子视频聊天。看着她脸上洋溢的笑容，我不仅为她高兴，也陷入了沉思：在这个科技飞速发展的时代，技术不仅是冷冰冰的工具，它更是连接亲情、温暖人心的桥梁。 The author uses the term “空巢老人” (empty-nest elderly). Based on the text, what global challenge/social issue does this connect to?

(A)The rapid inflation of housing prices in rural areas.(B)The environmental impact of urbanization on rural landscapes.(C)Demographic shifts causing separation between elderly parents and working children.(D)The lack of medical resources available for the elderly population.

20. Questions 3-4 refer to the following blog post about technology and family. 随着中国社会的老龄化，很多年轻人都去大城市打工，留下了很多孤独的“空巢老人”。我的邻居王奶奶以前总是独自坐在门口发呆。然而，自从她学会了使用智能手机，生活发生了巨大的变化。虽然学习打字对她来说很困难，但她现在每天都能和在国外的孙子视频聊天。看着她脸上洋溢的笑容，我不仅为她高兴，也陷入了沉思：在这个科技飞速发展的时代，技术不仅是冷冰冰的工具，它更是连接亲情、温暖人心的桥梁。 Which cohesive device does the author use to introduce the turning point in Wang Nainai's story?

(A)随着 (Along with / As)(B)然而 (However)(C)不仅 (Not only)(D)总是 (Always)

21. Read the following notice found in a Shanghai residential community: “为了响应政府‘垃圾分类’的号召，本小区定于5月1日起实施定时定点投放垃圾。请居民们将垃圾分为‘干垃圾’、‘湿垃圾’、‘可回收物’和‘有害垃圾’四类。每天上午7:00-9:00和晚上6:00-8:00为投放时间，请大家互相监督，共同维护我们的居住环境。” Based on the notice, what are residents required to do?

(A)Pay a fine if they produce too much trash.(B)Sort their trash into specific categories before disposal.(C)Burn their trash to reduce the volume of waste.(D)Keep their trash at home until the weekend for collection.

22. Read the following excerpt from a news article: “随着生活水平的提高和医疗条件的改善，中国人的平均寿命大大延长了。然而，这也带来了‘老龄化’的问题。预计到2050年，中国60岁以上的老年人口将占总人口的三分之一。如何解决养老问题，成为了全社会关注的焦点。” What is the main social challenge discussed in this article?

(A)The rapid increase in youth unemployment.(B)The decline in medical standards in rural areas.(C)The pressure on society caused by an aging population.(D)The lack of educational resources for children.

23. Read the following statement made by a student preparing for a presentation: “在中国，‘扫一扫’已经成为了人们的日常习惯。无论是去商场购物，还是在路边买水果，甚至给朋友转账，都可以用手机完成。这种‘无现金’的生活方式虽然方便，但也引发了关于个人隐私安全的讨论。” Which of the following best summarizes the student's perspective on mobile payments?

(A)They are convenient but raise concerns about privacy.(B)They are too difficult for elderly people to use.(C)They have completely replaced cash in all rural areas.(D)They are primarily used for purchasing luxury goods.

24. Read the following reflection on transportation: “以前，很多人觉得拥有私家车是成功的象征。但是现在，随着交通拥堵和空气污染的加剧，越来越多的人开始选择绿色出行。共享单车和地铁不仅环保，而且往往比开车更快到达目的地。这种观念的转变体现了人们对生活质量的新追求。” According to the text, why are people's transportation choices changing?

(A)Private cars have become too expensive to purchase.(B)The government has banned private cars in city centers.(C)People are prioritizing environmental protection and efficiency.(D)Public transportation is the only legal option available.

25. Read the following sentence regarding environmental protection: “为了应对全球气候变暖，各国政府必须立即采取行动减少碳排放，**否则**后果将不堪设想。” What is the function of the word **否则** (fǒuzé) in this sentence?

(A)It introduces a specific example of climate change.(B)It indicates the negative consequence if the preceding action is not taken.(C)It contradicts the claim that global warming is a serious issue.(D)It summarizes the reasons why governments must act.

26. Read the following sentence about economic trends: “虽然目前的经济数据显示复苏的迹象，但许多专家认为通货膨胀的问题**恐怕**短期内难以解决。” What does the use of the stance marker **恐怕** (kǒngpà) imply about the experts' perspective?

(A)They are fearful and panicking about the economy.(B)They are expressing a polite estimation that the outcome will be negative or regrettable.(C)They are absolutely certain that inflation will end soon.(D)They are surprised by the sudden rise in inflation.

27. Fill in the blanks to complete the sentence regarding how society should handle technological changes: “面对人工智能带来的挑战，我们_______ 盲目抵制，_______ 主动适应，利用科技改善生活。”

(A)与其 (yǔqí) …… 不如 (bùrú)(B)不但 (búdàn) …… 而且 (érqiě)(C)既然 (jìrán) …… 就 (jiù)(D)无论 (wúlùn) …… 都 (dōu)

28. Read the following excerpt from a news article about environmental protection measures in China. “近年来，为了应对严重的空气污染问题，很多中国城市开始大力推广新能源汽车。政府不仅为购车者提供高额补贴，还规定新能源汽车不受‘尾号限行’政策的限制。这意味着，电动汽车在任何工作日都可以在市区行驶，而传统燃油车则必须遵守每周一天的禁行规定。这一政策极大地刺激了新能源汽车的销售。” Based on the text, what is a specific privilege enjoyed by owners of new energy vehicles?

(A)They are allowed to drive on bus-only lanes.(B)They are exempt from certain driving restrictions based on license plate numbers.(C)They can park for free in all downtown shopping centers.(D)They are not required to obtain a driver's license.

29. Read the following email from Li Hua to his friend about his hometown. “大卫：你好！我现在回到了我的老家农村过暑假。这里发生了翻天覆地的变化。以前村里年轻人都要去大城市打工，村里只剩下老人和孩子，成了所谓的‘空心村’。但最近几年，政府鼓励‘乡村振兴’，利用互联网帮助农民在网上卖水果和特产。现在很多年轻人回来创业了，村里又热闹起来了，经济也好了很多。不过，随之而来的游客也带来了一些环境问题。” What implies that the 'hollow village' (空心村) phenomenon is being reversed?

(A)The elderly population is moving to the city for better healthcare.(B)The government is forcing tourists to visit the village.(C)Young people are returning to start businesses and sell products online.(D)The village has banned the use of the internet to preserve tradition.

30. Listen to the following conversation (transcript provided below) between two friends discussing technology. Woman: “你看，那桌一家人吃饭，怎么每个人都在看手机，完全不说话？” Man: “唉，现在这种现象太普遍了。虽然手机让我们能随时联系到远方的朋友，但却忽略了身边的人。这简直是‘世界上最遥远的距离’。” Woman: “是啊，科技进步虽然带来了方便，但也对人际关系造成了负面影响。” What is the main argument presented in this conversation?

(A)Mobile phones have made ordering food in restaurants much faster.(B)Technology connects distant people but can alienate those physically present.(C)Families should ban mobile phones during all meals without exception.(D)The internet speed in the restaurant is too slow for streaming videos.

B. Short Answer Questions (3 Questions)

Answer all parts of each question. Answers must be in essay form. Outlines or lists alone are not acceptable.

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