空中英语教室2015寒假听力原文及答案Day 14
15年高考英语听说考试真题B录音原文与参考答案
15年高考英语听说考试真题B录音原文与参考答案2015年广东省高考英语听说考试真题BPart B三问部分:Question 1:What is the most useful way to change a bad mood?/ What is the most useful way to change a bad feeling?/ What is the most useful thing to change a bad mood?/ What is the most useful thing to change a bad feeling?/ What is the most usefulmethod to change a bad mood?/ What is the most useful method to change a badfeeling?/ What is the most effective way to change a bad mood?/ What is the mosteffective method to change a bad feeling?Answer 1:The first and most useful thing is doing physical exercises. Running, cycling and swimming are all good for you.You will take in more oxygen by doing theseexercises. It helps to refresh you. Basically, you need to do these things for abouttwenty minutes, three to five times a week.Question 2:Is music helpful to change a bad mood?/ Is musichelpful to change a bad feeling?/ Does music contribute to changing a bad mood?/ Does musiccontribute to changing a bad feeling?/ Is listening to music helpful to change abad mood?/ Is listening to music helpful to change a bad feeling?Answer 2:Sure, if you want to use music to change your bad mood, start with music which is similar to your mood, and then change it graduallyuntil you finish with happiermusic. You know what, colors can also have an influence.Question 3:How do colors affect our moods?/ How do colors influence our moods?/ How do colors affect our feelings?/ How do colors influence our feelings?/ How docolors have an influence on our moods?/ How do colors have an influence onour feelings?Answer 3:Well, dark colors sometimes will make people sad. Soft and light colors calm you down. Red will make you excited. So if you are sad, go for bright colors. And ifyou are angry, you may try blue.五答部分:Question 1:What problem does Jenny suffer from?Answer 1:She can’t have a good sleep./ She can’t sleep well.Question 2:How many ways are there to change a bad mood?Answer 2:More than ten./ Over ten./ Above ten.Question 3: How often should we do exercise to change a bad mood?Answer 3:Three to five times a week.Question 4:What kind of music should we start with when weare in a bad mood?Answer 4:Music which is similar to our mood./ Music that is similar to our mood.Question 5:What color may you try if you are angry?Answer 5:Blue.参考复述:Tom never got very good grades at school. His report card was always a disappointment to his parents, and Tom felt bad when they saw his grades shaking their heads. One term, the report card was sent to his home, and Tom was lyingin bed when his mother came rushing in, filled with happiness. She told Tom he’d gotten the best grades in his class. Tom couldn’t believe it. When he looked at the report card carefully, he realized that he’d been sentTommy’s report card, not his. There had been a mistake and his mother hadn’t realized, soshe was telling the whole family about his good grades. Tom wondered if he should tell them the truth, or let them think he’d really been the best student. In the end, he decided to be honest.。
2015年3月全国英语等级考试二级听力真题(含录音原文及答案)
2015年3月全国英语等级考试二级听力第一节听下面5段对话。
每段对话后有一个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项,并标在试卷的相应位置。
听完每段对话后,你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。
每段对话仅读一遍。
1. What is Jack going to do?A. Hurry to his office.B. Meet Professor Johnson.C. Help Mary carry the books.2. What do we know about Mr. Smith?A. He missed the meeting.B. He was late for the meeting.C. He wasn’t invited to the meeting.3. Why did the man fail to answer the phone?A. He went to sleep early.B. The TV was too noisy.C. His phone was broken.4. Why is the woman going to Germany?A. To work there.B. To visit friends.C. To study German.5. What is the man trying to do?A. Tell Sarah when the picnic ends.B. Persuade Sarah to go to the picnic.C. Ask Sarah to drive him to the picnic.第二节听下面5段对话或独白。
每段对话或独白后有2至4个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项,并标在试卷的相应位置。
听每段对话或独白前,你将有5秒钟的时间阅读各个小题;听完后,各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。
听力答案文档
听力答案第一部分题目1:听力材料Dialogue 1:M: Have you finished reading the book for our lit erature class?W: No, I'm only halfway through it. What about yo u?M: I finished it last night. It's a great book! Dialogue 2:W: I can't believe how much I spent on groceries this month. It's way over budget!M: Yeah, I noticed. We should try to cut back on eating out next month.Dialogue 3:M: I'm thinking about getting a new phone. Do you have any recommendations?W: I've heard good things about the latest iPhone model. Maybe you can check it out.Dialogue 4:W: Do you know what time the movie starts tonight? M: I think it's at 7:30 pm, but let me double-che ck to make sure.Dialogue 5:M: Can you believe the traffic this morning? I wa s stuck in the car for over an hour!W: Yeah, it's been pretty bad lately. Maybe you s hould consider taking public transportation.答案1.The man finished reading the book for theirliterature class.2.The woman spent too much money on groceries thismonth.3.The woman suggests the man check out the latestiPhone model.4.The movie starts tonight at 7:30 pm.5.The man suggests the woman consider taking publictransportation due to the traffic.第二部分题目2:听力材料Conversation 1:M: Hi, I'm calling to inquire about the apartment rental you have listed.W: Sure, what information would you like to know? M: I'm interested in the monthly rent and the lea se term.Conversation 2:W: I can't seem to find my keys. Have you seen th em anywhere?M: I saw them on the kitchen counter earlier. The y should still be there.Conversation 3:M: I'm really nervous about the job interview tom orrow. Do you have any advice?W: Just be yourself and remember to breathe. You' ll do great!Conversation 4:W: Did you hear about the new restaurant that jus t opened downtown?M: No, I haven't. Is it any good?W: I heard they have amazing food. We should chec k it out sometime.Conversation 5:M: I need to buy a gift for my sister's birthday. Any ideas?W: How about a nice piece of jewelry? I'm sure sh e'll love it.答案1.The man is calling to inquire about the apartmentrental.2.The woman saw the keys on the kitchen counterearlier.3.The woman advises the man to be himself andremember to breathe for the job interview.4.The woman suggests checking out the newrestaurant downtown because they have amazing food.5.The woman suggests buying a nice piece of jewelryas a gift for the man’s sister’s birthday.第三部分题目3:听力材料Passage 1:The Industrial Revolution had a profound impact o n society, transforming various aspects of daily life. It brought about mechanization, leading to increased productivity and efficiency in factorie s. However, it also resulted in harsh working con ditions for many laborers.Passage 2:Climate change is a pressing issue that requires immediate action. The rise in global temperatures is causing various negative effects, including m elting ice caps, extreme weather events, and the loss of biodiversity. It is crucial for governmen ts and individuals to take steps to reduce carbon emissions.Passage 3:The invention of the internet revolutionized communication and information-sharing. It has made it easier for people around the world to connect an d access knowledge. However, it has also raised c oncerns about privacy and security, as personal i nformation can be easily accessed by third partie s.Passage 4:The importance of physical exercise cannot be ove rstated. Regular exercise has numerous health ben efits, including a reduced risk of chronic diseas es such as heart disease and diabetes. It is reco mmended to engage in at least 150 minutes of mode rate-intensity exercise per week.Passage 5:The concept of globalization has shaped the moder n world. It has facilitated the exchange of goods, services, and ideas across borders, leading to i ncreased economic interdependence among countries. However, it has also contributed to income inequ ality and the loss of cultural diversity.答案1.The Industrial Revolution brought aboutmechanization and increased productivity but resulted inharsh working conditions for many laborers.2.Climate change is causing melting ice caps, extremeweather events, and the loss of biodiversity.3.The invention of the internet has revolutionizedcommunication and information-sharing but raisedconcerns about privacy and security.4.Regular exercise has numerous health benefits,including a reduced risk of chronic diseases.5.Globalization has facilitated the exchange of goods,services, and ideas but has also contributed to incomeinequality and the loss of cultural diversity.第四部分题目4:听力材料Lecture 1:In the lecture, the professor discusses the histo ry of ancient Greece. He explains how the city-st ates of Athens and Sparta had contrasting politic al systems. While Athens was a democracy, Sparta was an oligarchy. The professor also highlights t he cultural achievements of ancient Greece, inclu ding its contributions to philosophy, literature, and art.Lecture 2:The lecture focuses on the principles of supply a nd demand in economics. The professor explains ho w the price of a product is determined by the int eraction between its supply and demand. He discus ses the concept of equilibrium and the factors th at can shift the supply and demand curves.Lecture 3:In this lecture, the professor explores the conce pt of evolution and natural selection. He explain s Darwin's theory of evolution by natural selecti on, emphasizing the role of adaptation in the sur vival of species. The professor also discusses th e evidence supporting the theory, such as fossil records and comparative anatomy.Lecture 4:The lecture covers the topic of environmental sus tainability. The professor discusses the importan ce of preserving natural resources and reducing p ollution to maintain a sustainable future. He als o highlights the concept of sustainable developme nt and the need for a balance between economic gr owth and environmental conservation.Lecture 5:In this lecture, the professor discusses the impa ct of technology on society. He analyzes both the positive and negative effects of technological a dvancements, such as increased convenience and pr oductivity versus concerns about privacy and job automation. The professor also explores ethical c onsiderations related to technological innovation.答案1.Ancient Greece had contrasting political systems inAthens and Sparta: democracy and oligarchy, respectively.2.The price of a product is determined by the interaction between its supply and demand in economics.3.Darwin’s theory of evolution by natural selection emphasizes the role of adaptation in the survival of species.4.Environmental sustainability involves preserving natural resources and reducing pollution for a sustainable future.5.Technological advancements have both positive and negative effects, including increased convenience and productivity but also concerns about privacy and job automation.。
2015年全国统一高考英语试卷听力+原文+答案(新课标Ⅰ、Ⅱ)
2015年全国统一高考英语试卷听力+原文+答案(新课标Ⅰ、Ⅱ)2015年全国统一高考英语试卷(新课标I、Ⅱ)听力试题第一部分听力(共两节,满分30分)做题时,先将答案标在试卷上,录音结束后,你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。
第一节(共5小题,每小题1.5分,满分7.5分)听下面5段对话每段对话后有一个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C 三个选项中选出最佳答案。
听完每段对话后,你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。
每段对话仅读一遍。
例Howmuchistheshirt?A.£19.15B£9.18C£9.15答案是C1.Whattimeisitnow?A.9:10.B.9:50.C.10:00.2.Whatdoesthewomanthinkoftheweather?A.It’snice.B.It’swarm.C.It’scold.3.Whatwillthemando?A.Attendameeting.B.Givealecture.C.Leavehisoffice.4.Whatisthewoman’sopinionaboutthecourse?A.Toohard.B.Worthtaking.C.Veryeasy.5.Whatdoesthewomanwantthemantodo?A.Speaklouder.B.Apologizetoher.C.Turnofftheradio.第二节(共15小题;每小题1.5分,满分22.5分)听下面5段对话或独白。
每段对话或独白后有几个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项,并标在试卷的相应位置。
听每段对话或独白前,你将有时间阅读各个小题,每小题5秒钟;听完后,各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。
每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料,回答第6、7题。
6.HowlongdidMichaelstayinChina?A.Fivedays.B.Oneweek.C.Twoweeks.7.WheredidMichaelgolastyear?A.Russia.B.Norway.C.India.听第7段材料,回答第8、9题。
完整word版2014 2015年九年级英语上人教版教材听力原文及汉语翻译
14-15初中英语《全解》增值服务UNIT 1Section A这些学生是怎样为考试而学习听录音。
Listen. How do these students study for a 1b 1a中的字母。
的?写出上面test? Write letters from 1a above.星期二有一次大型嗨,同学们。
男孩:on Tuesday.Boy: Hey, everybody. There's a big test你们考试。
我非常需要一些帮助。
I really need some help.Can you tell me how能告诉我你们是如何为大型考试you study for a big test?而学习的吗?是的,我们(同学们的)声音:当然!V oices: Sure! Yes. Sure we will.肯定会。
你在上次的英语考试中做梅平,男孩:Boy: You did really well on the last English test,得很好,是不是?you, Meiping?didn't梅平:是啊,我做得还可以。
Meiping: Yeah, I did OK.男孩:那么你是如何备考的?Boy: Well, how did you study for it?梅平:通过制作单词卡。
Meiping: By making word cards.男孩:那么你如何也许我会尝试一下。
Boy: Maybe I'll try that. So, how do you study for备考,彼得?a test, Peter?彼得:她总是很高兴通过向老师求助。
Peter: By asking the teacher for help. She's always地回答我的问题。
happy to answer my questions.托尼?那很有趣。
你如何备考,男孩:study, Tony?Boy: That's interesting. How do you但有我喜欢通过听录音带学习。
空中英语教室寒假特刊2015_听力阅读练习部分答案及原文
Listening SectionI. Pictures 看图辨义– 30% 每题10分Listen to the questions. Then choose the best answer according to each picture.A.For questions number 1 and 2, please look at picture A.(A) 1. What does this picture show?A. A couple of warriors.B. A cage full of animals.C. Horses getting a drink.D. People riding a subway.(D) 2. What are the men doing?A. Aiming their guns.B. Landing safely.C. Traveling together on foot.D. Passing through a gate.B.For question number 3, please look at picture B.(D) 3. Where is the man on the left?A. Under a big roof.B. Far above a moon.C. In his front yard.D. On a lunar vehicle.II. Best Response 最佳回应句– 40% 每题10分Choose the best response to each question or statement.(C) 4. What happens to the wicked men in the story?A. It's about a hundred pages long.B. I don't know who the author is.C. They're arrested by the police.D. Maybe the new library has it.(C) 5. We should set off for the lake by six a.m. tomorrow morning.A. Is it going too slowly?B. How is your breakfast?C. That's too early for me.D. Yes, fishing is allowed.(B) 6. What does your aunt do for that charity?A. She used cash to pay for it.B. She manages its new programs.C. She revised that chapter already.D. She cooked it for dinner last night.(A) 7. I've been privileged to meet many famous actors over the years.A. Oh? Are you in the movie business?B. Was anyone important at the party?C. Really? I was born that year, too.D. It's interesting to see doctors at work.III. Short Conversations简短会话– 30%每题10分Listen to the conversations. Then answer the questions.(D) 8.W: What is the purpose of these activities?M: To encourage international friendship. That's why our organization invites so many nations to take part.W: Do you think international friendship can lead to world peace?M: Yes, we believe that. Eternal world peace is our goal. We want to end all conflict. Q: What is probably true about the organization?A. It makes weapons.B. It used to be rich.C. It's over a century old.D. It's against all wars.(B) 9.M: Who are the families in this camp?W: They're refugees from a neighboring country. They came here after the fighting broke out.M: Do you have enough tents and other supplies for them?W: Yes, we do.Q: What is true of the families?A. They own companies.B. They left their homes.C. They've nothing to eat.D. They broke some laws.(C) 10.W: How long ago did your son graduate from college?M: About a year.W: Has he applied for any jobs since then?M: Only a few, and he hasn't interviewed for a single one. He lacks ambition.W: I see.Q: What does the man imply about his son?A. He's ill.B. He's overseas.C. He's lazy.D. He's proud.Reading SectionI. Cloze Test 综合测验– 20% 每题4分Read the passage and fill in each blank with the correct word or phrase.Once upon a time, 10 suns appeared in the sky, threatening to burn up Earth. The brave warrior Hou Yi shot nine of the 10 suns __1__ arrows and became a hero.Because of his great success, the queen of heaven gave Hou Yi an elixir of life. __2__ drank the potion would receive eternal life. However, instead __3__ drinking it right away, Hou Yi gave the potion to his wife Chang E to keep for him. One day, when Hou Yi was out hunting, a wicked man __4__ Feng Meng approached Chang E. He demanded she give him the elixir. Rather __5__ give the elixir to him, Chang E quickly(D) 1. A. off B. atC. overD. with(A) 2. A. Whoever B. WhateverC. WhicheverD. Wherever(C) 3. A. for B. fromC. ofD. in(A) 4. A. named B. namingC. namesD. name(B) 5. A. out B. thanC. offD. thenII. Reading Comprehension 阅读理解–24%每题8分Read the passage. Then answer the questions.Two British teachers have broken the world record for the longest journey in a tuk-tuk after pulling their failing vehicle the last 43 miles. Richard Sears and Nick Gough travelled 37,500 kilometers around the world and passed through 37 countries. They did this to support grassroots education projects in Africa, Asia and South America.On reaching Chile, they will become the first people to drive a tuk-tuk around the world.The pair, who set off from London on August 1, 2012, thought their expedition was over when the vehicle started to fail. When the tuk-tuk broke, they were only 70 kilometers from the world record mark. They decided to pull it the rest of the way. The tuk-tuk, which weighs 800 kilograms, was pulled in turns by Rich and Nick over three days.On arrival in Chepen, Peru, they discovered a mechanic who specialized in tuk-tuks and managed to fix it.The pair are now back on the road and aiming for their next goal. They want to cover the circumference of the earth and become the first people to drive a tuk-tuk around the world.(D) 6. What are the pair devoted to?A. Finding good mechanics.B. Travelling around the world.C. The production of tuk-tuks.D. Grassroots education projects.(A) 7. How long have the pair’s project lasted?A. Two years.B. Three yearsC. Four years.D. One year.(B) 8. Based on the article, which statement about the two teachers is NOT TRUE?A. They set off from London.B. Their tuk-tuk has been in good condition.C. They have passed through 37 countries.D. They have broken the world record for the longest journey in a tuk-tuk.Listening SectionI. Pictures 看图辨义– 30% 每题10分Listen to the questions. Then choose the best answer according to each picture.A.For questions number 1 and 2, please look at picture A.(C) 1. What are these people probably doing?A. Drawing some mountains.B. Taking pets for a walk.C. Hiking in a wilderness.D. Planting several trees.(B) 2. What is the woman probably saying?A. Is this how you fry them?B. Are we on the right route?C. Let's put these bags away.D. Please get out of that chair.B.For question number 3, please look at picture B.(C) 3. Who are these people?A. A pair of teenagers.B. Middle-aged dads.C. An elderly couple.D. Two youngsters.II. Best Response 最佳回应句– 40% 每题10分Choose the best response to each question or statement.(D) 4. Have you and Carol chosen a destination for your trip?A. We'll book a short flight.B. We'll delay it until June.C. We'll borrow a guide book.D. We'll visit Southeast Asia.(D) 5. The new subway system will begin operation next month.A. I can show you on a world map.B. Autumn is my favorite season.C. We used to take it every day.D. That's sooner than I expected.(A) 6. I wonder why there's so much tension between those two students.A. They probably got into a fight.B. Our next class is starting now.C. It's great to see them healthy again.D. Math is one of their best subjects.(B) 7. How much is the reward for information about the thief?A. A dangerous young man.B. One thousand dollars.C. A store in a shopping mall.D. Some gold rings, I think.III. Short Conversations简短会话– 30%每题10分Listen to the conversations. Then answer the questions.(A) 8.M: Where did this cannon come from?W: One of the earliest sailing ships in the American navy. The cannon was moved to this museum years ago.M: It must have done a lot of damage in sea battles.W: I'm sure it sank many ships.Q: What are these people talking about?A. A heavy weapon.B. A powerful engine.C. Safety equipment.D. Clothing for sailors.(C) 9.W: Did Grandma walk down to the lake with you this morning?M: Yes. She stumbled on some rocks once, but I caught her.W: That's good. I wouldn't want her to get hurt.M: Neither would I.Q: What happened during the walk to the lake?A. Grandma sat down.B. Grandma got a little wet.C. Grandma almost fell.D. Grandma took pictures.(A) 10.M: Your uncle sure is rich. What does he spend his money on?W: His great love is literature. So he spends most of it on that.M: Does he have a private library in his home?W: Yes, a large one. You should ask him to show it to you sometime.Q: According to the woman, what does her uncle probably spend money on?A. Great novels.B. Valuable coins.C. Diamond watches.D. Precious stamps.Reading SectionI. Cloze Test 综合测验– 20% 每题4分Read the passage and fill in each blank with the correct word or phrase.I experienced a lot in Mountain Lake. __1__ the differences in school, I enjoyed adifferent kind of education. The most important thing I learned –to serve and help __2__. The school placed a lot of __3__ in helping others. Students and teachers alike often did community service. We helped pick __4__ garbage along highways or __5__ leaves for the elderly. And we didn’t do it for a reward, but simply to help. (D) 1. A. Except B. BesideC. Except forD. Besides(A) 2. A. others B. the otherC. anotherD. other(B) 3. A. cost B. valueC. priceD. money(D) 4. A. on B. offC. overD. up(C) 5. A. rakes B. rakingC. rakedD. was rakedII. Reading Comprehension阅读理解–24%每题8分Read the passage. Then answer the questions.A cannon sounded as Johnny Fry took off on his horse through the streets of St. Joseph, Missouri. Crowds lined the streets, cheering and waving. Fry rode west for 90 miles at full tilt. He then passed a leather bag full of letters to another rider. Eventually a chain of riders carried the letters across nearly 2,000 miles of wilderness, and the Pony Express was born.Between California and the rest of the U.S. lay a vast wilderness. Mail service was slow and often delayed. In May 1860, tensions between the settlers and Native Americans turned into fighting. Native Americans attacked several Pony Express stations, forcing some of them to close temporarily.Despite the risks, the Pony Express lost only one delivery during its one and a half years in operation. And when Abraham Lincoln was elected president, the Pony Express carried the news to California in only five days. The Pony Express service ended in October 1861 after a telegraph line across the U.S. was completed. Yet the riders’ courage and accomplishments still hold a place in legend.(B) 6. What is the main idea of the first paragraph?A. Why mail service in America was slow.B. How the Pony Express was born.C. When the Pony Express service ended.D. How fast the Pony Express ran.(A) 7. What caused the Pony Express service to end so quickly?A. A telegraph line across the U.S. was finished.B. Abraham Lincoln was elected president.C. The Pony Express often lost deliveries.D. Native Americans attacked the riders.(C) 8. Regarding the Pony Express, which statement is WRONG?A. The Pony Express lost only one delivery during its one and a half years inoperation.B. The accomplishments of the Pony Express still hold a place in legend.C. Between California and the rest of the U.S. lay a long river.D. In May 1860, there was fighting between the settlers and Native Americans.Listening SectionI. Pictures 看图辨义– 30% 每题10分Listen to the questions. Then choose the best answer according to each picture.A.For questions number 1 and 2, please look at picture A.(D) 1. What is true of the young woman?A. She has a pack on her back.B. She has a ring on her hand.C. She has glasses on her face.D. She has braids in her hair.(B) 2. What is the man probably saying?A. Don't stand so close to the cage.B. These roses are really fragrant.C. How does the spaghetti smell?D. Aren't you ready to wake up?B.For question number 3, please look at picture B.(B) 3. What is the woman probably telling the boy?A. I could never park like that.B. This is quite a performance.C. What good drivers they are!D. It's an interesting animal act.II. Best Response 最佳回应句– 40% 每题10分Choose the best response to each question or statement.(A) 4. What kind of entertainment do your parents enjoy?A. Live music.B. Tea or coffee.C. Their new sofa.D. Gifts for friends.(C) 5. Why do you want to learn about China's last dynasty?A. She's a world-famous fashion model.B. I've always been interested in computers.C. It's a key part of the country's history.D. There's a new hobby show on TV.(D) 6. I'm still waiting for more details about your project.A. I just don't feel hungry today.B. I'm happy with my apartment.C. I haven't made any calls.D. I'll email them to you today.(C) 7. Mr. Lee travels a lot, but he seldom stays in luxurious hotels.A. Yes, I've already booked his room.B. It's conveniently close to the airport.C. Maybe he thinks they're too expensive.D. We can meet him there this afternoon.III. Short Conversations简短会话– 30%每题10分Listen to the conversations. Then answer the questions.(B) 8.W: You should wear a warm jacket when you go out this morning.M: OK.W: And also a hat.M: Why?W: It's quite misty outside.M: Is there much wind?W: No, it's quite calm today.Q: What is the weather probably like today?A. It's hot.B. It's wet.C. It's windy.D. It's dry.(D) 9.M: Where did you get this yellow dress?W: It's actually my old white dress. I dyed it yesterday.M: Does it still fit you?W: Of course!Q: What did the woman do with the dress?A. She added a cute belt.B. She made it shorter.C. She washed it carefully.D. She changed its color.(A) 10.W: Where did you grow up?M: In a rural area.W: Near the ocean?M: No, quite far from there.W: What was that like?M: Great. I spent lots of time outdoors hiking and doing other fun things. W: I wish I could have done that.Q: Where did the man spend his childhood?A. In the countryside.B. Near a rocky coast.C. In a crowded city.D. Beside a campus.Reading SectionI. Cloze Test 综合测验– 20% 每题4分Read the passage and fill in each blank with the correct word or phrase.Spring is in the air! It surrounds us __1__ fragrant smells, bright colors and new life. Nature’s cold and damp has been __2__ by sunshine and warm weather. Similarly, it’s time for people __3__ winter’s heavy clothing for spring’s lighter fashions. Speaking of the popular older styles are appearing this season as blouses __4__ bow-tie collars return. Other 70s looks include long, flowing skirts and dresses, bold patterns and high-waist pants that make you look taller. __5__ these styles, this season athletic becomes elegant. During New York Fashion Week, athletic pants and jackets appeared on the runway in luxurious materials and designs.(A) 1. A. with B. forC. intoD. of(A) 2. A. replaced B. replaceC. replacingD. replayed(C) 3. A. exchanged B. exchangingC. to exchangeD. be exchanged(D) 4. A. from B. byC. overD. with(B) 5. A. Therefore B. BesidesC. ThenD. HoweverII. Reading Comprehension阅读理解–24%每题8分Read the passage. Then answer the questions.An experience of historical China is not only to be found in the mountains. Life on Zhejiang’s canals shows that old, rural China was not always slow and quiet.The busy village of Wuzhen has prospered on the Grand Canal since A.D. 872. Passengers and produce are moved around on the water in the town’s water market. People often row their boats right up to windows and sell their goods. Entertainment can also be found on the water – boat boxing and bamboo pole acrobatics.You can also enjoy the experience of Wuzhen’s old industries. Located in ―the land of silk,‖ the village produces some of China’s most famous cloth. You can also visit places where wine is made and clothes are dyed. Meanwhile, going from sight to sight over Wuzhen’s many bridges is enjoyable in itself.(C) 6. Which province is Wuzhen located in?A. In Hong Kong.B. In Taiwan.C. In Zhejiang.D. In Beijing.(D) 7. What is the main idea of the third paragraph?A. To introduce Wuzhen’s famous people.B. To introduce Wuzhen’s population.C. To introduce Wuzhen’s climate.D. To introduce Wuzhen’s old industries.(C) 8. Regarding Wuzhen, which statement is WRONG?A. It produces cloth and wine.B. It has prospered since A.D. 872.C. It is a slow and quiet small town.D. It has many bridges.Listening SectionI. Pictures 看图辨义– 30% 每题10分Listen to the questions. Then choose the best answer according to each picture.A.For questions number 1 and 2, please look at picture A.(B) 1. What does this picture show?A. An exercise for children.B. An aggressive animal.C. A small cage for a dog.D. A shop that sells pets.(A) 2. What is the boy doing?A. He's using a bag as a shield.B. He's putting his things away.C. He's running as fast as he can.D. He's taking a seat by a window.B.For question number 3, please look at picture B.(C) 3. What is the girl probably asking the boy?A. Are you enjoying the ride so far?B. Where did you get this old dryer?C. How do you like the touchscreen?D. Are any of these packages for me?II. Best Response 最佳回应句– 40% 每题10分Choose the best response to each question or statement.(D) 4. The principal wants to talk to us about our son's behavior at school.A. Yes, it's about a mile from our home.B. Oh? Are the students on vacation?C. Well, we usually take the school bus.D. Why? Has he done something wrong?(C) 5. I was astonished to get a phone call from my aunt yesterday.A. Was anyone else invited?B. How long does that last?C. What did she have to say?D. Were you early this time?(A) 6. Are robots the wave of the future?A. That's what many people claim.B. My classmate drew these pictures.C. I haven't decided what to do yet.D. You should attend a good college.(A) 7. What can we use to secure this chair to the top of our car?A. How about some rope?B. Do you need gasoline?C. There isn't much traffic.D. I don't mind driving it.III. Short Conversations简短会话– 30%每题10分Listen to the conversations. Then answer the questions.(C) 8.M: Did you invite Andy to our party?W: Yes, he said he would come.M: Be sure to email him a reminder. If you don't, he's sure to forget.W: I know. He never remembers things like that.Q: What does the woman mean about Andy?A. He's very loud sometimes.B. He'll contact her right away.C. He has a poor memory.D. He's upset with his family.(D) 9.W: Can you help me?M: Certainly.W: I'm interested in your new tablet computers. But I don't know which one is a better value.M: I can offer you a very good deal on this Japanese model.W: What's the quality like?M: Excellent!Q: Who is the woman probably talking to?A. A journalist.B. A mechanic.C. A professor.D. A salesman.(B) 10.M: H ey, Susan. Is this a picture of your grandmother?W: Yes, it is.M: What was she like?W: She was very sweet, but she lived a life of toil.M: I can see that on her face.Q: What does Susan imply about her grandmother?A. She had hobbies.B. She worked hard.C. She became rich.D. She was very shy.Reading SectionI. Cloze Test 综合测验– 20% 每题4分Read the passage and fill in each blank with the correct word or phrase.Amazing Grace, how sweet the sound,That saved a wretch like me.I once __1__ lost but now am found,Was blind, but now I __2__.And Grace, my fears relieved.__3__ precious did that Grace appearThe hour I first believed…."Amazing Grace" is one of __4__ famous Christian hymns. The text by English poet and Anglican clergyman John Newton was first published in 1779. This song is used to celebrate the __5__ of God’s love.(B) 1. A. am B. wasC. wereD. is(A) 12. A. see B. sawC. seeingD. seen(A) 3. A. How B. WhatC. WhenD. Where(D) 4. A. most B. moreC. the moreD. the most(C) 5. A. story B. songC. wonderD. lineII. Reading Comprehension阅读理解–24%每题8分Read the passage. Then answer the questions.Many people believe that screens really are the wave of the future. Someday everything might be controlled by touching a screen. Can kids have too much screen time? Should we give kids limitations or give them as much screen time as they want?Some think that the more time kids spend with screens, the more likely they are to get fat or have behavior problems. Besides, kids may play some violent video games, too. Too much exposure to those can cause kids to become aggressive. So, we should monitor our kids’ screen use and encourage more outdoor activities.However, others think we should face reality. Kids today need to know how to use computers. The earlier kids start, the more familiar they’ll be with touchscreen technology. It might even be an advantage in looking for a job someday.(B) 6. According to the second paragraph, what may a kid become if he plays toomany violent video games?A. Attractive.B. Aggressive.C. Graceful.D. Elegant.(D) 7. What is the main idea of the third paragraph?A. Screens are the wave of the future.B. We should give kids limitations on screen time.C. Parent worry about the effects of too much screen time.D. Parents think there are advantages to having a lot of screen time.(B) 8. Based on the article, what is one of the waves of the future?A. iCloud technology.B. Touchscreen technology.C. Outdoor activities.D. Violent video games.Listening SectionI. Pictures 看图辨义– 30% 每题10分Listen to the questions. Then choose the best answer according to each picture.A.For questions number 1 and 2, please look at picture A.(D) 1. Where are these people?A. In a gas station.B. In a restroom.C. In a kindergarten.D. In a laboratory.(A) 2. What is the man probably saying to the woman?A. What's the focus of your research?B. Who do these lanterns belong to?C. Here's the new camping equipment.D. Please put this blackboard away.B.For question number 3, please look at picture B.(D) 3. What does this picture show?A. A heavily damaged ship.B. A severe injury to a team.C. An old truck changing lanes.D. An accident involving a statue.II. Best Response 最佳回应句– 40% 每题10分Choose the best response to each question or statement.(C) 4. All of the garments in the department store are on sale this week.A. OK, I'll check my refrigerator.B. Sure, it's the best job available.C. Good, I need some new shirts.D. No, tomorrow is my day off.(C) 5. The baby's eyes are twinkling, and there's a big smile on her face.A. Did she forget to wash it?B. How could this have happened?C. She must be very happy.D. It's her first pair of glasses.(B) 6. Did the reporter say what caused the landslide on Black Mountain?A. Yes, eight thousand meters high.B. Yes, several days of heavy rain.C. Yes, throughout our camping trip.D. Yes, about fifty miles from here.(D) 7. Look! A huge boulder is blocking the road in front of us.A. It's blowing even harder today.B. I wonder what the speed limit is.C. This looks like a legal parking place.D. Then we'll have to go another way.III. Short Conversations简短会话– 30%每题10分Listen to the conversations. Then answer the questions.(C) 8.W: How do you like my new ring?M: Wow! Is that a diamond?W: Yes. Look how it sparkles in the light.M: It's beautiful and the largest one I've ever seen.Q: What is the man admiring?A. An interesting dress.B. A lovely painting.C. A precious stone.D. An expensive lamp.(B) 9.M: Excuse me, miss. Did you witness this man stealing a radio from the store?W: Yes. I was riding my bike past the store when I saw him take it.M: And when was that?W: About ten minutes ago. Are you going to arrest him?M: Yes, but I need more information for my report.Q: Who is the woman probably talking to?A. A school principal.B. A police officer.C. A teaching assistant.D. A factory worker.(A) 10.W: What's wrong? Are you breathing OK?M: No, I'm not. Where is all of this smoke coming from?W: The factory on that hill over there.M: Is the smoke bothering you, too?W: Yes. It bothers everyone who lives around here. But we depend on the factory.Most of us work there.Q: What are these people unhappy about?A. Air pollution.B. Loud noise.C. Poor drinking water.D. Long work hours.Reading SectionI. Cloze Test 综合测验– 20% 每题4分Read the passage and fill in each blank with the correct word or phrase.Flora smiled as she breathed __1__ the humid air. Her dream had come true. She was finally in the jungle! Flora was a scientist __2__ studied plants in a lab, examining them one by one. Sometimes she felt like she couldn’t see the forest for the trees. But here in the jungle, she could see the plants all __3__ together. Flora’s boss, Dr. Greenleaf, had warned her that field work wasn’t easy. ―The grass is always greener __4__ the other side,‖ he had said. But Flora loved the beautiful jungle plants. She only wished the team would stop and smell the roses __5__ she could examine them more closely.(A) 1. A. in B. offC. fromD. on(A) 2. A. who B. whomC. who’sD. whose(C) 3. A. to live B. livesC. livingD. lived(D) 4. A. at B. withC. byD. on(B) 5. A. because B. soC. butD. thenII. Reading Comprehension阅读理解–24%每题8分Read the passage. Then answer the questions.One major event in American history is the Civil War. When the South fought the North over slavery, a number of battles were important. One was at Gettysburg, where President Lincoln gave his famou s ―Gettysburg Address.‖In 1863, General Lee and his troops lost the battle of Gettysburg. This was the turning point of the Civil War, and Gettysburg National Military Park honors this battle. The Gettysburg Cyclorama, a 360-degree painting of the final attack, makes a strong impact on its viewers.The Gettysburg Battlefield holds several statues to remember those whose lives were sacrificed. A statue of General Lee stands across the battlefield from one of General Meade. These men fought against each other for their beliefs. Years later, people come and remember, hoping this kind of tragedy will never happen again.(C) 6. According to the article, what issue caused the Civil War?A. Agriculture.B. Poverty.C. Slavery.D. Industry.(A) 7. Regarding General Lee and General Meade, which statement is CORRECT?A. They fought against each other.B. They were good friends during the war.C. They fought for the same belief.D. They were not honored years later.(D) 8. Based on the short article, which statement is WRONG?A. President Lincoln gave his famous ―Gettysburg Address‖ at Gettysburg.B. Gettysburg has several statues to remember those who died during the CivilWar.C. The battle of Gettysburg was the turning point of the Civil War.D. In 1863, General Lee and his troops won the battle of Gettysburg.。
2015上海中考英语听力AB录音文本、试题及参考答案精校版
2015上海中考英语听力AB录音文本、试题及参考答案 精校版I. Listening Comprehension.(听力理解)(共30分)录音:A. 根据你听到的内容,选出相应的图片,并在答题纸上填涂相应的字母代号,每个句子念两遍。
1. Vivian made a delicious cheese cake for her dad. 2. George is cycling with his best friend Tony. 3. Will Shanghai Disneyland Park open to the public at the end of this year? 4. It’s wonderful to go camping in the National Park, isn’t it?5. Joe hurt his foot seriously so he has to stay in bed now. 6. In order to reduce pollution, more and more people prefer to use electric cars. 试题:(根据你听到的内容,选出相应的图片)(6分)A. Listen and choose the right picture1. _______2. _______3. ______4. ______5. ______6. ______参考答案:1. E 2. F 3. B 4. C 5. D 6. G 录音:B. 根据你听到的对话和问题,选出最恰当的答案, 并在答题纸上填涂相应的字母代号,对话和问题都念两遍。
7. W: Look! It’s a picture of a rabbit, my new pet.M: Wow, cute! I know what dogs and cats need but how do you look after your rabbit? W: I give it vegetables and water. I clean it and keep it warm, too. Q: What pet does the girl have? 8. W: Too bad it’s our last day in France. There is still a lot to see.M: I know. But I’m sure we can see more in Britain and Germany next week.Q: Where are the two speakers now? 9. M: Linda, we’ll have a party at 7:30 tomorrow. Would you like to come?W: I’d love to. But I won’t be able to join you until 8 o’clock. Q: When can Linda probably attend the party? 10. W: Sam, any plans for the summer holiday? What about visiting Aunt Judy with me? M: Well, Kitty , I’ll be a volunteer at Shanghai History Museum. Q: Who will be a volunteer during the summer holiday? 11. W: Are you OK, Charlie? M: No, not really. The freezing weather makes me feel down. W: Oh, I see. Would you like to go out for a walk? M: In the snow? Oh, come on! Q: What season might it be? 12. M: Alice! Alice! Wake up! Don’t cry! W: Oh! What a terrible dream! A huge dog was running after me in the dark street but I could couldn’t move!n’t move!M: Don’t worry. It was just a dream. Go back to sleep.Q: Why did Alice cry? 13. W: Here are several flats. Do you prefer two bedrooms or just one bedroom? M: Well, it doesn’t matter. I just want one close to my office. W: How about this one. Look at the pictures. It’s well decorated and not far from your office. Q: What is the man probably doing? 14. M: I usually learn English by reading novels. W: Watching American movies is also a good way. It helps to know how foreigners communicate with each other. Q: What are the two speakers probably talking about? 试题:B. Listen to the dialogue and choose the best answer to the question you hear (根据你听到的对话和问题,选出最恰当的答案) (10分) 7.A) A dog. B) A cat. C) A rabbit. D) A bird. 8.A) In France. B) In Britain. C) In Italy. D) In German 9.A) At 6:30. B) At 7:00. C) At 7:30. D) At 8:00 10.A) Sam. B) Judy. C) Kitty. D)Eddie. 11.A) Spring. B) Summer. C)Autumn. D) Winter. 12.A) Because a huge dog ran after her. B) Because she had a terrible dream. C) Because her dad woke her up. D) Because the street was too dark. 13.A) Walking to her office. B) Looking for a flat. C) Taking some pictures. D) Decorating his bedroom. 14.A) How to make movies. B) How to read novels. C) How to learn English. D) How to talk with foreigners. 参考答案:7. C 8. A 9. D 10. A 11. D 12. B 13. B 14. C。
15年高考英语听说考试真题A录音原文与参考答案
2015年广东省高考英语听说考试真题A三问部分:Question 1:Have you done the research about the topic?/ Have you done the survey about the topic?/ Have you researched the topic?/ Have you studied the topic?Answer 1: Yes, I have been reading some books and articles, looking for the academic support for this topic. At the same time, I’ve also done some surveys, asking people fortheir own ways of dealing with stress.Question 2:What do people usually do to reduce stress?/ What do people often do to reduce stress?/ What do people usually do to relax?/ What do people often do to relax?/What do people usually do to relieve pressure?/ What do people often do torelieve stress?Answer 2: According to my research, people prefer to relax on weekends, do something fun, forget about their problems and worries for a moment to refresh their minds.Actually, the simplest way is to think positively. What surprises me is that stresscan give us positive energy if we deal with it wisely.Question 3:Why can stress be positive energy?/ Why can stress be positive thing?/ Why can pressure be positive energy?/ Why can stress be positive thing?Answer 3:That’s because stress makes you take action. Take myself for example. I am now under great pressure because of the exams. So I need to work extremely hard topass. If the exam week was not approaching, I would not make efforts to learnwhat needs to be learnt.五答部分:Question 1:Why does Tom look tired?Answer 1:Because he has been staying up all night studying./ Because he stayed up studying.Question 2:How many pages should Tom write for the report?Answer 2:Ten.Question 3:What are Tom’s surveys about?Answer 3:Asking people for their own ways of dealing with stress./ Asking people their ways to deal with stress.Question 4:What is the simplest way to reduce stress?Answer 4:To think positively.Question 5:How does Tom prove that stress can give positive energy?Answer 5:Take himself for example./ By his experience.Tom was in a band which played music on the street to earn money. They performed in different towns, but they weren’t able to make a lot. Some of the band members got discouraged and wanted to quit, but Tom convinced them to keep playing for the sake of their fans. Soon, winter came and fewer people came to their shows because of the snow and wind. One night, after another show in front of few people, a boy came to them with a note. It was from a man who praised their performance and invited them to go to his office the next day. It turned out he worked for a big music company. After that, their lives were changed forever.。
【良心出品】2015.1初三上期末试题 听力、答案
2014—2015学年度上学期期末质量检测初三英语试题听力原文一、听力选择(共15小题,计15分)(一)录音中有五组对话,每组对话听一遍,然后从每小题A、B、C中选出能回答每个问题的正确答案。
1. M: Shall we go to the park tomorrow?W: Good idea. What should I take?M: Your camera, please.Q: What does the man tell the woman to take?2. M: I like light music. What about you, Tina?W: Pop music.Q: What kind of music does Tina like?3. M: It’ s raining heavily.W: Yeah. The weather changes a lot. It was sunny yesterday.M: I hope it’ll be fine tomorrow?Q: How’s weather today?4. M: Can I help you, madam?W: Yes. I’d like fifteen beef dumplings and a glass of orange juice.Q: What would the woman like to drink?5. M: Hello. This is Steve. May I speak to Jenny?W: Hello, Steve! This is Windy. Jenny isn’t at home at the moment.Q: Who’s answering the phone?(二)录音中有一段对话,听对话两遍,然后从每小题A、B、C中选出能回答每个问题的正确答案。
W: I had a very nice weekend at my uncle’s.M: Oh, I’m glad to hear that.W: On Saturday, we visited the National Park. It was about 30 minutes’ drive from my uncle’s.M: That’s pr etty close.W: Yeah. At noon, we had a picnic there, and we went horse riding in the park in the afternoon. It was really fun.M: What did you do on Sunday then?W: On Sunday, we went fishing on the beach, and I caught more fish than my uncle.M: Wow, you really had a good time.W: Yes, we did. I plan to visit my uncle again this summer. Would you like to go with me?M: Of course.(三)录音中有一篇短文,听短文两遍,然后从每小题A、B、C中选出能回答每个问题的正确答案。
(已改)14-15上八年级(YG)听力(前九套)材料
第一章第一节听力材料及参考答案听力材料第一节听句子,选出与所听句子内容相符的图画,并将其字母标号填入题前括号内。
每个句子听两遍。
1. They are going to have a tennis game this afternoon.2. Are you going to take part in the long jump?3. I’m glad you join ed the school football team.4. Jack runs every day to make himself strong.5. My brother likes rowing very much.第二节听句子,选出与所听句子内容相符的最佳答语,并将其字母标号填入题前括号内。
每个句子听两遍。
6. What are you going to do tomorrow, Betty?7. Would you like to play tennis with me tomorrow morning?8. Who is your favorite tennis player?9. How are you going to get to the new zoo?10. Is swimming a good way to keep healthy?第三节听对话及问题,选出能回答问题的最佳答案,并将其字母标号填入题前括号内。
每段对话及问题听两遍。
11. W: Which sport do you prefer, swimming or skating?M:I don’t like them. I like rowing.Q: What sport does the boy like?12. W: Does your brother play table tennis, Jack?M: Yes. He plays table tennis twice a week.Q: How often does Jack’s brother play table tennis?13. W:Let’s go cycling this afternoon, Eric.M:I’m sorry, but I’m going to do my homewo rk.Q: What is Eric going to do this afternoon?14. W: Does John like playing basketball?M: Yes. He also likes playing tennis and football.Q: How many kinds of sports does John like playing?15. W: Jim, do you like running?M: Yes. I run for about half an hour every morning.Q: How long does Jim run every morning?第四节听短文,根据短文内容选择最佳答案,并将其字母标号填入题前括号内。
14-15上三年级听力及答案
2014-2015学年度第一学期小学三年级英语Unit1~Unit2达标训练题(一)听力材料:一、Listen and number. (根据录音内容给图标上正确的序号。
)1.Show me your pencil-box.2. Good morning! Good morning!3.I have a ruler.4.Carry your bag.5. I’m Mike.二、Listen and draw faces. (看看各图是否与录音内容相符,如相符的画笑脸,否则画哭脸。
)1.Hello! My name’s pencil.2.I see blue.3. Show me your crayon.4.This is Miss White.5.Hello, Miss White. Hi, John.三、Listen and choose the right pictures. (根据录音内容选择正确的图,并在图下打“√”。
)1. I see a pen.2. Close your book.3.Colour it brown.4.What’s your name? My name’s Mike.5.Good morning, Zoom. Good morning, Zip.四、Listen and tick. (根据录音内容在表格内相应的空格处打“√”。
)1.I’m Mike. I see green.2. My name’s Sarah. I see orange.3.Hi, WuYifan. Colour it blue. OK!4. I’m Miss White. I have a yellow pencil.5.Hello, Zoom. Show me black. Here’s black.五、Listen and circle the right letters or words. (根据录音内容圈出所听到的字母或单词。
人教版九年级英语第十四单元听力材料及参考答案
Unit 14 听力材料一、根据你听到的对话,选择正确的答案回答问题。
据你听到的对话,选择正确的答案回答问题。
听下面5段对话,每听完一段对话后,做1个小题。
1. M: Have you ever l ost anything at your Junior High School?W: Yes, I have. I lost a dictionary in Grad e Seven and a pen in Grade Eight.2. M: Linda, what do you want to do in the future?W: I want to get a medical degree and become a doctor.3. W: I like going fishing in the summer. What about you?M: Well, I like to go swimming with my sister. It makes me feel cool.4. M: Kate, was your classroom on the first floor when you in Grade Seven?W: No, it was on the second floor. Now my classroom is on the third floor.5. W: Jack, do you still remember your first English teacher?M: Sure. She is tall and thin. She doesn’t wear glasses.听第六段对话,做第6-7小题。
W: Peter, it’s already half past eleven. Time for bed.M: But I’m no t sleepy at all. Can I stay up to watch TV for a short time?W: Noway. The exams are coming soon. You should spend more time preparing for them. You are good at math, but your history is not good enough.M: OK.听第七段对话,做第8-9小题。
现代大学英语听力答案【第一册unit 14】
Unit14Task1Andrea 28 Teaches skiing Trains for the OlympicsPhotos 31 Runs a water-skiing school Plays chessYannis 15 Srudent Drives the boatClaude 50 Owner and manager of a wind-surfing club StudiesEnglishSteward 38 Bank manager Goes underwater cavingTask21.b2.Lift the club backwards away form the ball; keeping left arm straight till you get to the top of the wing; keep your head down; keep looking at the ball; swing down; hit the ball; throw that club towards the hole.3.C4.Bend your knees; thrust your hands back; go into the water; make your heads follow,go straight in and your legs follow; put your hands back,behind your back.5.C6.Take your left hand; get some hair on its neck; get a good firm hold; lift your left leg; put it in the stirrup; hang on tight with your left hand onto the hair; your toes are facing towards its back; put your other hand on the back of the saddle; swing your leg over the back.Task3a c ab bTask4T T F F F T F FTask5c a c b bTask6A: 80 hectares ; 470,000 square meters ; 17,600 ; 760-hectare ; 14 ; 15 ; less than a 30-minute driveB: 1.It is located in the western part of the Village and consists of apartment buildings, dining halls,and other facilities.2.It is located in the eastern part of the Village and will provide leisure facilities and cultural activities for athletes.3.After the Games, it will become a residential area.Task71.The sheer physical nature of football.2.The physical movement of the man: a man who can jump to a height and then get the power behind a ball with his head.3.Well-timed tackle and a ball hit well on the run.4.When you ’ve played the game yourself, you can really apprediate the skills involved.Task81.It is as tiring as it is playing the game itself.2.The tension is released and the tremendous energy is throw out.3.When a goal is scored, it gives the opportunity to get rid of a lot of your aggressive feelings.4.Because wild behavior is news and good behavior isn’t.5.It probably contributes to the violence on the terraces.Task9Sports competitions are good for international relations.NO ―It seems in recent times at foorball matches that they’re taking war with them into the football ground.‖ ―I think it does—international competition in this way simply ferment nationalist fe elings and make the whole situation rather unsporting in the end.‖Playing the game is more important than winning.YES ―I don’t think it should be in professional sport. In a professional sport we’re talking about winning because winning is where the m oney is, hence professional and…‖Violence among spectators is caused by violence among players.YESThe fact that some sports stars are paid a lot of money is a reason for violence between players.NO ―I don’t think that in some of the games where vio lence is prevalent, we have responsible officials.‖Task10A: 1.How do top atheletes handle defeat and disappointment?Or where do they find the spark to keep going after a loss?2.Winning or losing depends solely on the athlete’s own skill and effort.B:1.Think positively.2.Stick with it.3.Work on small things.4.Learn from mistakes.5.Pick yourself up.C:1.long-distance running, swimming, and sysling ; make me stronger and more determined ; pick my head up ; start thinking positive ; visualize myself succeeding2.100-meter hurdles at the 1996 Olympics ; You can’t be the best every day, but you can be the best on some days3.national champions ; the little things that count ; practice that much harder ; feel motivated to practice ; if I don’t train well,I don’t do well4.two golds ; go back to the gym and figure out what went wrong ; learn from your mistakes5.one of the best ; a lot of spills ; a part of growing ; lift you up ; pick yourself upTask111.Preventing Sporting Injuries/a great way to keep in shape for most people/a great start on the road to a healthy lifestyle/tips for getting the most out of your firness programme andpreventing injury/2.drink consistenly/alcohol and any drinks containing caffeine can lead to increased dehydration/bring adeauate sun protection/activities between 10 am and 2 pm/Warming up, cooling down/to promote blood flow to your muscles/flexibility/the chance of getting a new injury or aggravating an old one/ A gentle cool down period/removing waste products from muscles/nutrients and oxygen/Try not to overdo it/set goals/the correct footwear where knee and ankle injuries/ Protective equipment/3.RICE –Rest, Ice Elevate4.Food and aport/one to four hours,/involves runninglow in fat high in carbohydtatesTask12(略)。
1504学业考试模拟英语听力原文及参考答案.doc
2015年初中学业考试模拟英语试题听力原文及参考答案听力原文(-)录音中有五个句子,每个句子听一遍,然后从每小题A、B、C中选出能对每个句子做出适当反应的答语。
(录音播放前每小题约有5秒钟的读题时间)1.Where did you spend your summer vacation last year?2.Could you tell me where the nearest bank is?3.I'm afraid I may be a little late.4.Do you think teenagers can go out on school nights?5.I'm flying to France for a visit with my parents.(二)录音中有五组对话,听对话两遍后,从每小题A、B、C中选出能回答所给问题的正确答案。
(录音播放前每小题约有5秒钟的读题时间)6.W: Did you sing or dance at the New Year party?M: Neither. I played the piano.7.W: Excuse me, could you tell me if there's a book shop near here?M: Yes, it's over there, near the post office.W: Thank you.8.M: Have you bought the train ticket?W: Not yet. I just can't find my ID card.9.M: Which do you like better, apples or bananas?W: I prefer lemons. I like the sour taste.10.M: Jane, how long do you spend on your hobbies?W: I used to spend about 2 hours, but now about half an hour. I've got too much work to do.(三)录音中有一段对话,听对话两遍后请你根据对话内容,从每小题A. B. C中选出能回答所给问题的正确答案。
2015年12月英语四级真题试卷:听力长对话答案(网友版)
Part 1 短对话 Question 1 - M: Do you remember the wonderful film on space exploration we watched together last month? - W: Sure。
It’s actually the most impressive one I’ve seen on that topic。
Q:What do we learn about the speakers? Question 2 - W: Are you looking for anything in particular? - M: Yes。
My son is graduating from high school, and I want to get him something special。
Q:Where does the conversation most probably take place? Question 3 - M: Mike told me yesterday that he had been looking in vain for a job in the art gallery。
- W: Really? If I remember right, he had a chance to work there, but he turned it down。
Q:What does the woman say about Mike? Question 4 - W: Would you like to come to Susan’s birthday party tomorrow evening? - M: I’m going to give a lecture tomorrow。
I wish I could be in two places at the same time。
空中英语教室听力
空中英语教室听力空中英语教室,没有见过也有听过,它的听力没有看过,也有耳闻。
下面是店铺给大家整理的空中英语教室听力,供大家参阅!空中英语教室听力1Listening SectionI. Pictures Listen to the questions. Then choose the best 看图辨义– 24% 每题6分answer according to each picture. A.For questions number 1 and 2, please look at picture A. (B) 1.A. Two ladies are defrosting a meal. Which description matches this picture?B. A gentleman is serving an entréC. Employees are checking sensors. e.D. An enchilada is being prepared. (A) 2. saying?What is the woman on the left probablyA. The meals here are reasonably priced.B. Here’s an appointC. Then try using this slow cooker instead. ment in my calendar.D. They’re exhausted following that event. B.For questions number 3 and 4, please look at picture B. (A) 3.A. What have these people done?They’ve equipped themselves with B. They’ve ordered another serving of dessert.weapons.C. They’ve switched from natural gas to insecticide.D. propane.They’ve discovered an excell ent(C) 4. saying?What is the man on the right probablyA. Are you dealing with controversial issues?B. NowC. Have you hunted small mammals as well? there’s a terrific example ofgraffiti.D. They’ll inevitably resign from their jobs. II. Best Response 最佳回应句– 28% 每题7分Choose the best response to each question or statement.(D) 5. morning? Was getting the car washed a hassle thisA. Yes, parking is quite easy here.B. Yes, it doesn’t need any repairs.C. No, I seldom let Mom drive it.D. No, it only took a few minutes. (A) 6. wonderful! Your aunt’s chicken enchiladas areA. B. She raises a few turkeys, too. Yes, I’d love to get her recipe.C. They’re her favorite hot drinks.D. I’m glad you like my desserts. (A) 7. A. A mosquito bit me there. Why is there a small welt on your arm?B. I like a nice tan sometimes.C. Hold it up for a few minutes.D. It’s stronger than I realized. (D) 8. and then fell into his glove. The baseball hit Peter hard in the abdomenA. Did he leave it on the bus?B. It should keep his hand warm.C. Which direction did it run?D. That must have been painful. III. Short Conversations Listen to the conversations. Then answer the 简短会话– 24% 每题8分questions.(D) 9. M:W: M: W: Steaks for dinner tonight.What else do we need to buy? Here’s so me, and they aren’t too expensive. M: we cooked them.Yes, but we’d have to defrost these beforeW: M: Several hours.How long would that take? Couldn’t we use our microwave?W: Oh, that’s right. Then it would take less time.Q: A. They’re well done.What is probably true about the steaks?C. They’re imported. B. They’re grilling.D. They’re frozen.(D) 10. W:M: What are you buying?W: some plants in my garden.A can of insecticide. I’m going to spray it onM: Oh. Have you had a problem with insects? W: But is this insecticide an environmentallyYes, I have.M: safe way to solve the problem? Well, I hadn’t thought about that. Q: A. Find a better source for seeds. What does the man want to do?B. Win a prize in a flower contest.C. Sell more fresh vegetables.D. Get rid of troublesome bugs.(C) 11. M:Have you seen the new library at theW: university?M: campus.Yes. It’s one of the worst eyesores on theWhat? Why do you say that? It’s veryW: modern.at all. It looks like cubes stacked on top of That’s my poi nt. It doesn’t look like a libraryM: one another in the most ridiculous way.architecture.Well, I guess we have different views aboutQ: A. Its odd opening hours. What bothers the woman about the library?B. Its very limited resources.C. Its unusual appearance.D. Its inconvenient location.IV. Short TalkListen to the passage. Then choose the best answer 短文–24% 每题8分for each question.office In After a while, they became buildings. Andy’s neighborhood, They were abandoned there are years lots of ago. old to change that. So he began painting eyesores. Andy wanted at night. This was no ordinary graffiti on them interesting colors. comment on the Inevitablyshapes , and people patterns, graffitibegan painted . It was full of to notice in vivid and graffitibuildings. But from others, the graffiti drew positively. graffitiThey . Some people reacted to the thought it enhancedreactions. nuisanceThese people said it adverse the Andy He knows that made the buildings look worse. Only was illegal and a who painted the controversialarrested by the police. has to keep it a secret. Otherwise, he’ll graffiti. be(B) 12. What was the problem with the buildings? A. They had all become fire hazards.B. No one was taking care of them.C. They housed too many families.D. Some of them had been flooded.(A) 13. What did people begin to notice on thebuildings?A. Unusual works of art.B. Advertisements for films.C. Large warning signs.D. Notices about elections.(B) 14. A. He has run successful companies. What does the speaker imply about Andy?B. He has broken at least one law.C. He has cared for his large family.D. He has debated important issues.Reading SectionI. Discourse Structure Read the passage and fill in each blank with the 篇章结构– 20% 每题4分 correct sentence.todaySomething —a huge painting caught of my steel eye bars as I alongside drove home thestart thinking whether graffiti was an art or a bother. True, most Instead, graffitithey create is innovative. images or or to just draw attention. But is this art? I googled some graffiti works later that evening.wonder: how would the people living in the apartment or even offensive. I couldn’t help but building apartments painted as prison? As my research went I saw today feel about having their on, more interesting At the same things time, were some revealed. property paint on their buildings. Well, what can I say?A. on personal properties without getting any Some graffiti “artists” are notorious for paintingconsent. B. Graffiti painters seldom copy what has alreadybeen done. C.There certainly is no accounting for taste. D.I must admit that some of them were impressive. E. (ANS: EBDAC) It made the entire building look like a prison.II. Reading Comprehension 阅读理解–24% 每题6分 Read the paragraph. Then answer the questions.stay away from them. One way to do that is to use a Mosquitoes are a nuisance, so people prefer to chemical mosquito’s chemical sensors. Another way to control called DEET, which seems to block a mosquitoes is with chemicals that kill them. In some cities, spray traps. for there mosquitoes. aretrucks Finally that drive around town to carbon The Over time, by catching large numbers of mosquitoes, dioxide most and popular warmth traps there are mosquito to attract turn propane mosquitoes. into these traps can cause the collapse of the mosquito population in an area.mosquitoes For millions serious are more of than people in poor countries, like effective malaria. threat Many because a nuisance. They are a homes they help spread diseases mosquitoes screens while can easily on the in these countries lack come windows. As a result, Drive Against Malaria and TamTam Africa are giving they sleep. To prevent inside this, aid and bite agencies people like millions of mosquito nets to people in these regions. People because are safe while they sleep under the nets keep mosquitoes away. It costs an aid agency about the nets are treated with chemicals that US$10 to buy one net and deliver it to a family. Thus, the Most cost companies, of of the distributing money millions comes of nets is very high. dollars to give. They’re helping to prevent disease in and ordinary people from who governments, have a few many countries around the world. You can help, too. (5/20-21)(A) 6. What is the best title for this article?(D) 7. Based on the article, which of the following istrue?A. DEET interferes with mosquitoes’ ability A. Mosquito-Free: Tips of fighting mosquitoes.B. Beware of the Annoying Mosquitoes.C. Mosquitoes: How they breed and sting.D. Africa Needs You—US$10 at a time.B. Mosquito traps attract mosquitoes with to fly.C. Perfume wearers are more likely to be scent.D. Some chemicals can effectively kill stung by mosquitoes.mosquitoes.(A) 8. Why do people in Africa need mosquito nets?A. To avoid being stung.B. T o trap mosquitoes in.C. To cure people with Malaria.D. To attract and kill mosquitoes.(B) 9. What can be inferred from this article?A. Readers are warned against sleepingB. Readers are encouraged to contribute to inside a mosquito net.C. DEET, though effective, does harm to the this good cause.D. Most houses in Africa are equipped with environment.screen doors.。
高中英语空中听力答案
高中英语空中听力答案听力原文:(Text 1)M: The city government has decided to build a new highschool.W: It's about time! I don't know why it took so long.(Text 2)M: Mr. and Mrs. White have engaged a room at one of the besthotels in Beijing and they'll stay there for a week.W: Yes, they're going especially to celebrate their weddinganniversary.(Text 3)M: Mary is fond of camping, isn't she?W: Yes, she often goes for weeks at a time.(Text 4)M: I wish I could get used to the American customs of usingfirst names.W: We usually call good friends by their first names.(Text 5)M: Lucy, can you tell me when Linda will get here?W: I'm not sure, but she is supposed to be here at ten to nine.(Text 6)M: Well, Betty, how was your shopping trip with Susan thisafternoon?W: Don't ask me.M: What do you mean? Did something go wrong?W: Susan thought I had said I would meet her at theDepartment Store at 2:30 when I really said 2o'clock. Thenshe thought I had said the main entrance in the front when Ireally said the east entrance.M: Well, did you ever get together?W: Yes, but it's a wonder that we did. I had given up waitingand had gone inside to the women's clothing department. Shehad done the same thing. We met by accident. By that time itwas 3 o'clock.M: Did you get what you wanted? I remember you said youwanted to get a sweater.W: No, a blouse. But by that time, the ones on sales were allgone. So I settled for a skirt.(Text 7)M: Helen, can you tell us a little bit about where you haveworked before?W: Well, my last job was with Format.M: And when did you start to work there?W: Two years ago.M: So why did you decide to leave?W: Well, perhaps you've heard that the pany closed downearlier this year.M: Yes, we've heard about it. And where did you work beforeFormat?W: Ideal Systems.M: How long did you work for them?W: For ten years, as a secretary.M: And why did you leave that job as a secretary?W: Well, I felt I needed a change. I think I learned all I couldthere.M: OK, that’s enough on your work experiences. You are listed.(Text 8)celebrate it?M: I don’t know. We have no Spring Festival in our country.W: But the Spring Festival is the biggest holiday of the year inour country. People are busy shopping and preparingpresents for their relatives and friends before the, New Year’sEve.M: That sounds exciting.W: Children usually put on their new clothes on the first day ofthe Lunar New Year. And they also can get some moneygiven by the elders as a Lunar New Year gift on the NewYear’s Eve.M: It’s really quite interesting.W: And all the family members must e back home on theNew Year’s Eve no matter how far they are away from home.We call it "get--together". What are you going to do on theNew Year’s Eve?M: My teacher, Professor Wang and his wife have invited me tohave dinner together.W: Sounds great.(Text 9)M: You know that in China all the children should go to schooland must finish the primary and junior school.It's the law.W: Yes, I know this quite well. But still there are some childrenwho can't go to school because of their poverty.M: Yes, it’s a matter of money. You see, education here is notpletely free for the students. If it were so it would costthe government too much money.W: Do all parents send their children to state schools?M: Yes, nearly all of them. If you are rich, you may prefer tosend your children to private schools, but it takes a lot ofmoney.(Text 10)Ladies and gentlemen, thank you very much. I won't take much of your time. Jayal motors has decided to move into the export business. Now, we weren’t sure till late yesterday afternoon about this decision. I didn't tell you anything before that because we had to make research on the market first. Now then, I went to Australia to see if I could get us an export market. Two days ago we got word that we had got our first export order: 100 bikes, delivery in two months. Now you all know the situation on the home market. We’re a small pany. The big panies are moving into the provinces and putting small firms like us out of business. We have got to expand, and we can't afford to lose this chance. We can't afford to make any mistakes.第一节(共 5小题;每小题 1.5 分,满分 7.5 分)1. What’s the woman’s opinion about the schoo l?A. It would be a better school.B. It should be built.C. It isn’t needed.2. Why will Mr. and Mrs. White go to Beijing?A. To have a visit there.B. To celebrate their birthday.C. To celebrate their wedding anniversary.3. What does the woman say about Mary?A. She hasn't gone camping for weeks.B. She likes long camping trips.C. It takes her a long time to plan her camping.4. What is the man talking about?A. The woman's name.B. A custom that is new to him.C. American names.5. When should Linda get here?A. At 8:50.B. At 9:00.C. At 10:00.第二节(共15小题;每小题1.5分,满分22.5分)听第 6 段材料,回答第 6-8 题。
寒假听力答案
寒假听力答案寒假听力答案参考:听力部分第一节1. M: Have you packed your bags yet? We should leave for the airport early tomorrow.W: No, I haven't. I'm still trying to decide what to take with me.2. M: Did you hear that Mr. Smith is going to retire next month? W: Yes, I did. I hope the company can find a good replacement for him.3. M: Are you still looking for a new apartment?W: No, I found one already. It's close to my workplace and the rent is reasonable.4. M: I'm sorry, but I accidentally spilled coffee on your notebook. W: Oh no! I just bought it yesterday. Can you help me clean it?5. M: How was your trip to the Grand Canyon?W: It was amazing! The scenery was breathtaking.第二节听第一段对话,回答第6至第8小题。
W: Excuse me, can you tell me where the nearest post office is? M: Sure. Just go straight ahead for about three blocks, then turn left at the traffic lights. You'll see it on your right.W: Thank you so much.M: You're welcome. Have a nice day!W: You too.听第二段对话,回答第9至第10小题。
2014-2015听力材料
丰润区2014-2015学年度第一学期期末考试九年级英语试卷听力材料I 听句子,选出句子中所包含的信息.No. 1 John Dean is a pop singer with long black hair.No. 2 I would like a large bowl of beef and tomato noodles.No. 3 The dumpling and soup lunch is only 10 RMB.No. 4 They are talking about what they did last weekend.No. 5 I can’t stand that talk show.II 听句子,选出该句的最佳答语.No. 6 You look so beautiful in this dress.No. 7 Hello, is that Peter speaking?No. 8 What would you like to have, tea or juice?No. 9 I’m afraid I can’t finish the work on time.No. 10 What a lovely day!III 听对话和问题,选择最佳选项.No. 11 M: I know you are learning Chinese now, Rose.W: Yes. I think Chinese is very useful.M: Do you learn Chinese by taking the Chinese class?W: No, I learn Chinese by myself. I watch Chinese TV programs and listen to the radio.M: I’m sure you can learn Chinese well.Q: How does Rose learn Chinese?No. 12 W: Hey, Mike! What do you often do in your free time?M: I often play basketball with my friends.W: You used to play the piano, didn’t you?M: No, I used to draw pictures. But now I’m more interested in sports.Q: What did Mike use to do?No. 13 W: What rules do you have at school, George?M: Well, we should n’t be late for school.W: Are you allowed to wear your own clothes?M: No, we must wear our school uniforms. But I think this should be changed.W: What rule do you like best?M: I think joining different school clubs after class is good for us.Q: What isn’t George allowed to do at school?No. 14 M: You look so tired, Mary.W: Yes, I can’t sleep well at night. I don’t know why.M: Maybe because you are worrying about the coming test.W: You are right. What should I do?M: If I were you, I would go to the playground or the cinema instead of staying in the library.Q: Where should Mary stay now?No. 15 W: Why do you think the boy looks so terrible?M: He could lose his bag.W: No, he is carrying his schoolbag. Maybe he is ill.M: Let’s go to see if we can help him.W: Oh, he hurt his foot.Q: What’s the matter with the boy?IV 听对话,选择正确答案.Juliana was a German girl. In 1971, she had a terrible accident on her way to Peru. Luckily, she wasn’t killed. The following is a conversation between Juliana and a newspaper reporter.M: How did you feel when fell through the air?W: I was frightened. I closed my eyes, um, you know, because I was sure that I was going to die.M: How did you feel when you landed in the tree?W: I was surprised. I just felt glad to be alive.M: What did you think had happened?W: I thought that there had been an accident.M: What happened to the other passengers?W: It was terrible. I think they were all killed in the accident.M: How long had you walked through the jungle before you found the village?W: I’d been in the jungle for ten days.M: So before you reached the village you hadn’t seen anyone else at all, Juliana?W: No. I’d seen no one.M: How had you kept alive?W: I had to drink some dirty water from a river, and I’d eaten some wild fruit. That was all. There wasn’t anything else.M: By the way, were the villagers friendly to you?W: Yes. I am really grateful to them.M: Thank you again, Juliana. Good luck!Question No. 16 When did Juliana have an accident?Question No. 17 How did the girl travel?Question No. 18 How long had she walked before she reached the village?Question No. 19 What did she have before she reached the village?Question No. 20 Who saved the girl?V 听短文填空:Hi, Tom. This is Mike. Today is my twelfth birthday. I phoned you but nobody answered the phone. I wanted to invite you to my birthday meal today. I’m going shopping with Lucy and Lily this morning. Then we’ll have lunch. Please join us at this lunch time if you can. My birthday meal will be held at McDonald’s. We are meeting at the entrance of the restaurant at 12:45. We will wait for you for a quarter before we go inside and begin our meal. I hope you can come. There will be a lot of friends. We will have our favorite food. Oh, one more thing, at 2:30, we are going to the park together. The park is near the restaurant. So we don’t have to walk very far. I really hope you can join us. It will be a wonderful afternoon.。
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Listening SectionI. Pictures 看图辨义 – 26% 每题6.5分Listen to the questions. Then choose the best answer according to each picture. A.For questions number 1 and 2, please look at picture A. (B) 1. What is happening here?A. Packets are arriving in the mail.B. A sleuth is searching for clues.C. Curiosities are attracting children.D. A publisher is promoting a book.(A) 2. What is the woman probably asking the man?A. Did the murderer use that weapon?B. Will your study be on endorphins?C. Have those helicopters landed yet?D. Can you scroll down a bit further? B.For questions number 3 and 4, please look at picture B. (D) 3. What are these people looking at?A. A local resident.B. A relief effort.C. A good detective.D. A literary work.(D) 4. What is the man probably saying?A. Resist the urge to interact.B. Just examine this proposal.C. Stage fright can be serious.D. It’s by m y favorite author.II. Best Response 最佳回应句 – 32% 每题8分 Choose the best response to each question or statement.(A) 5. Steven is at the controls of that helicopter.A. Does he know how to fly it?B. Which meal is he preparing?C. How is he selling stocks now?D. Is he using the men’s restroom?(D) 6. How did you find out about Andy andPatric ia’s engagement?A. I bought one just like theirs.B. It was on the desk in my room.C. We had it for dinner together.D. They announced it months ago.(B) 7. Has your daughter decided on a career yet?A. Yes , she’s looking for her purse.B. Yes, she’s going to be an accountant.C. No, she has an apartment downtown.D. No, she plays the piano in her free time.(C) 8. The comedian is suffering from stage frightagain.A. It’s the scariest talk I’ve ever heard.B. Will the doctor perform an operation?C. He gets nervous before he performs.D. Will it be large enough for the concert?III. Short Conversations 简短会话 – 24% 每题8分 Listen to the conversations. Then answer the questions.(A) 9.W: Did you and your friends throw a party forMary on her birthday?M: Yes. It was a complete surprise.W: Oh, good. Did she get many presents? M: Quite a few. She was astonished. W: Yes, I imagine she was.Q: What does the man imply about Mary? A. She wasn’t expecting any gifts. B. She’s only about twenty years old. C. She hasn’t felt very well recently.D. She ate more than one piece of cake.(B) 10.W: Has your family lived in this area for manyyears?M: Oh, yes, for generations. The first onescame here over a century and a half ago. W: Did they have a farm?M: Yes, on a large piece of land not far fromhere. But that was sold long ago.Q: Who is the man mainly talking about? A. His employees. B. His ancestors. C. His companions.D. His students.(C) 11.M: You work for a publishing company, don’t you?W: Yes, one of the largest publishers in the world.Why?M: Well, I have something that you might like to publish.W: Oh? Did you bring it with you?M: Yes, I have it right here.Q: What is the man probably going to show the woman?A. A silver bracelet.B. An MP3 player.C. An original novel.D. A mobile phone. IV. Short Talk 短文– 18% 每题6分Listen to the passage. Then choose the best answer for each question.In local news, police are investigating an incident at the National Museum. An unknown person broke into the museum early this morning. The would-be thief apparently intended to steal a famous book that the museum keeps on display. The literary masterpiece was published in the 16th century and is valued at $500,000. When the intruder grabbed the book, an alarm sounded, alerting astonished guards who were on duty at the time. The thief managed to escape but without the book. A private detective agency is also now working on the case. Robert Benson, a museum official, expressed relief that the book had not been stolen. He said that it’s one of the most cherished items in the m useum’s collection.(B) 12. What is the main subject of this talk?A. A popular exhibition.B. An attempted robbery.C. A well-known author.D. A revealing interview.(D) 13. What does the speaker point out about thebook?A. It has recently been criticized.B. It lacks interesting features.C. It contains many illustrations.D. It is hundreds of years old.(B) 14. What was Robert Benson concerned about?A. The book’s new price.B. The safety of the book.C. The book’s conclusion.D. The success of the book.Reading SectionI. Cloze Test 综合测验– 28% 每题4分Read the passage and fill in each blank with the correct word or phrase.A positive attitude can make a big difference in your life. Here are five __(1)__ for keeping your thoughts positive.First, turn off the TV. A recent study __(2)__ feelings of isolation. Spending your free time with friends and family increases your level of __(3)__ and strengthens positive feelings.Second, start moving. Exercise __(4)__ endorphins, which are chemicals that increase feelings of happiness and reduce anxiety as well as negative feelings.Third, when you go out, __(5)__ people who always have something negative to say. Instead, surround yourself with people whose love and enjoyment of life is contagious.Fourth, if you ever feel __(6)__, make a list of ten things you like about yourself. Reread it whenever you need to strengthen positive feelings.Finally, focus on success. Push __(7)__ feelings of failure. Concentrate instead on how good success will feel when you finally reach your goals.(C) 1. A. acts B. oaksC. tipsD. horns(C) 2. A. ceased B. stoleC. foundD. dealt(D) 3. A. phenomenon B. negotiationC. manufacturerD. contentment(B) 4. A. emerges B. producesC. operatesD. horrifies(C) 5. A. burst B. implyC. avoidD. order(A) 6. A. discouraged B. one-sidedC. accustomedD. furnished(B) 7. A. though B. asideC. eitherD. quiteII. Reading Comprehension 阅读理解–20% 每题4分Read the paragraphs. Then answer the questions.Agatha Christie was born in England in 1890 and passed away in 1976. While Agatha was growing up, her mother often told her stories and encouraged her to write her own.In 1914, Agatha married Archie Christie. During World War I, Christie wrote her first detective novel: The Mysterious Affair at Styles. The story includes a murder and a clever detective, Hercule Poirot, who solves it. Christie sent the book to a publisher, but it was rejected.In 1920, Christie’s book was finally published by another company. She earned just £25 for it. But during the following years, Christie wrote more books and eventually gained fame as a writer of mystery novels.Besides books, Christie also wrote a play, called The Mousetrap. It was performed for the first time at the Ambassador’s Theatre in London in 1952. In 1956, performances moved to St. Martin’s Theater in London and have continued there ever since. Today, The Mousetrap is one of London’s most popular tourist attractions. According to the Guinness Book of World Records, it is also the longest running play in the world. More than 300 different actors and actresses have helped perform it over the years at the theater. One of them, the actor David Raven, played the role of Major Metcalf in the play 4,575 times! Christie herself was rather surprised at the amazing popularity of the play. She concluded that it had just the right amount of mystery and humor to appeal to many people.(B) 8.According to this article, what happens in TheMysterious Affair at Styles?A. Two young people fall in love.B. A terrible crime is committed.C. Children have a fun adventure.D. A natural disaster takes place.(C) 9. Who is Hercule Poirot?A. A remarkable physician.B. A computer genius.C. An imaginary character.D. An amateur scientist.(D) 10. What does the writer imply about TheMousetrap?A. It doesn’t cost much to see.B. It lasts for several hours.C. It isn’t one of London’s best.D. It has been a huge success.(A) 11. What can we conclude about David Raven?A. He was a durable member of a cast.B. He was a great author like Christie.C. He was a well-known businessman.D. He w as a director of Christie’s play.(D) 12. In which magazine would you most likely findthis article?A. Film Monthly.B. Natural Health.C. Politics Today.D. World Literature.。