综合英语听力原文
新世纪大学英语综合教程1听力原文
Listen and Respond1I am now a fourth-year student at college, but I can never forget my freshman year here. In general, it is a time filled with anticipation, some anxiety, and wonderful discoveries.College is a lot different from high school. Your freshman experience will definitely make an impression on you. So, what can you expect as you head off into the wonderful world of higher education?The first thing yo u’ll notice is the workload. It will be heavier than you ever experienced before. The major challenges of college work are the large amount of reading and writing, and the short deadlines. A related effect that can be brought on by the workload is doubt, frustration, and possibly loneliness. You’ll be away from the comforts and friendships your home provided for you over the previous years.During the freshman year, you’ll be making a lot of new friends. But you should continue to be yourself. Select your friends with the same care and patience you have always shown. Believe it or not, your college friendships will be among the most satisfying and long-term of your life. I t’s always exciting to discover how wonderfully diverse college relationships can be.You’ll also be on your own-you’ll be your own boss 24 hours a day, so to speak. But, remember, with freedom comes responsibility. You should always remember that you are at college with an anticipated mission. Don’t waste your time on meaningless things.During the freshman year, you may even start thinking about your future. Maybe a certain professor is especially inspiring. Perhaps your school has some great research going on. If some area of study attracts you, find out all you can about it. It might be the beginning of your lifetime career. Going to college is not just to get a degree-it is to find out who you really are and what you are really made for.Task Two1.anticipation; wonderful discoveries2.heavier; reading and writing; deadlines3.most satisfying; long-term; wonderfully diverse4.anticipated mission; meaningless things5.who you are; what you are really made for2Unit 2 Learning a LanguageListen and RespondHello, I'm Alberto.I'm a student of English, French, Portuguese and Italian.I would also love to learn Chinese and German in the near future.My mother tongue is Spanish and I have a degree in Political Science.I love to learn new languages, because I think it broadens my mind.Even though I still have some difficulty with verb tenses,I'm confident that with time and practice I'll cope with them.I believe learning a new language besides your mother tongue can be useful,especially in a world where distances are shortenedand people from different countries communicate with each other more frequently.Learning a new language can be a good experience,but only if you keep inmind that nothing is obtained without some effort.In my opinion, the best way to learn a language is to read a lot.It doesn't matter what you read, but that you do it.Even if you don't understand everything,your reading comprehension skill will improve remarkably.Also, if possible, watch a lot of television in that language, or listen to CDs.Maybe at first you won't understand a word,but later you'd catch on to the rhythm of the language.Good dictionaries are necessary, and books regarding vocabulary can be a plus.The Internet is also a useful tool.The language you choose to learn might seem a little difficult at first,or even totally strange, but you'll get accustomed to it. Remember that the learning process is long, and that it never ends.However, it is also highly enjoyable.3The Birthday HeartOne day I was helping my mom preparing a picnic when my sisters arrived. They said, “Happy birthday, Mom!”and gave her some presents.I was sad. I had forgotten it was my mother’s birthday, but I didn’t want her to know that I had not remembered her birthday. I had one dollar in my piggy bank. With that I was sure that I could get a present that would show my mother how much I loved her.I went to the store. When I looked around, I suddenly realized that my dollar wouldn’t buy as much as I had thought it would. Then I saw a heart made of plastic. It contained typewriter correction paper. I knew that it would show my mother how much I loved her. It was ninety-nine cents.I took the heart to the cashier and gave her my dollar. She said that I didn’t have enough money because with tax the heart cost more than a dollar.I didn’t understand sales tax. All I understood was that I couldn’t’ give the heart to my mom.I went to put the heart back and the cashier asked me if it was my mom’s birthday. I nodded. Then she said that she could help me. She put some of her own pennies in the cash register with my dollar and gave me the heart in a bag.When my mother opened the bag and pulled out the heart, she exclaimed “What a beautiful present!”“It’s just what I need.”She put me on her lap and told me that she loved the heart and she loved me.I don’t remember many of the gifts that I have given my mother, but I will always remember the heart that I gave her on that birthday.Task Two1. sad2. her mother’s birthday3. want her mother4. how much she loved her5. wouldn’t buy6. ninety-nine7. put the heart back8. cash register9. “what a beautiful present! It’s just what I need.”10. her lap4Parents and TeenagersTeenagers and adults have a difficult time communicating. Teenagers often think adults don’t understand them. Adults often think teenagers just don’t listen to anything they say. That creates conflict. People very often use “generation gap” to explain the conflict between parents and children. However, the problem of communication between parents and teenagers does notall lie in the “generation gap”. It lies mostly in implied statements that are not fully communicated between a teenage child and a parent. Here is one example. Mother says: “Please take out the trash.” The teenager replies: “OK.” However, one hour later the mother finds the trash is still in the kitchen and so becomes a bit unhappy. “I thought I asked you to take out the trash.” But the child replies: “You didn’t say I had to do it now.” Are you familiar with this kind of conversation? In this conversation the mother feels that the teenager should know what she means, but the teenager just doesn’t. Conversations like this take place around our home every day. They cause some unhappiness but are totally normal, and can usually be solved quite soon. It is when this type of “lack of communication”gets involved with the bigger issues of teenagers that larger problems can be caused. It is more difficult to solve these larger problems and it takes the efforts of both parents and teenagers to overcome such problems.Task Two1.don’t understand them2.don’t listen to anything3.generation gap4.fully communicated5.should know what she means6.some unhappiness7.gets involved with 8.solve these larger problems 9.to overcome such problems 5Script:What is personality? How does knowledge about personality help us?First of all, let us take a look at what personality means. In general, when psychologists talk about personality, they are usually looking for things that make a person different from others or things that can explain how a person is not the same as others. However, different psychologists have different ways of explaining what personality is. They often use tests to put people into categories and compare them. For example, people who are quiet and like to spend more time at home reading and doing their own things are called introverts. “Introverts”is spelt I-N-T-R-O-V-E-R-T-S. Others who enjoy going out and spending time with other people are called extroverts, E-X-T-R-O-V-E-R-T-S. Do you know which personality type you are? Are you an introvert or an extrovert.Second, how can knowledge about personality help us? Well, one of the ways is that by knowing how people behave and why they behave in a certain way, we can understand them better. This will help to make our relationship with them stronger. For instance, if we know that someone is an introvert, we will understand why he or she does not feel comfortable when he or she is with a big group of newly met people. We may then help this person to make friends and talk to others.Another way knowledge about personality can help us is when we want to improve ourselves. If we know what personality type we belong to and the reasons we behave the way we do, we can then try to change some of the bad things so that they can become good. In this way, we can make ourselves a better person.So, after listening to this short passage about personality, do you want to find out more about yourself?Task Two:1. explain2. quiet; spend time at home; own things; extroverts; going out and spending time with other people.3. understand; stronger4. comfortable5. improve6Xiao Wang: People are so impolite these days!Xiao Chen: What’s the matter, Xiao Wang?Xiao Wang: Well, you see, this morning I was sitting in the back of the bus, alone, by myself. A friend called so I talked on my mobile phone to him for a while.Xiao Chen:Yes? What happened?Xiao Wang: Well, two people kept giving me dirty looks. You know, this is not the first time. It happened before. And when I got off the bus, one of them told me to stop usingmy mobile phone. He said I had talked too loudly about private matters and hehad not the least interest in knowing about them. I just don’t understand thesepeople. What’s wrong with them?Xiao Chen: I see. Actually similar things have happened to me many times, too. I must say there’re ru de people everywhere these days. Like, the other day, I was sitting inthe park, smoking a cigarette. I was just sitting there, you know, enjoying the niceweather, looking at the birds, listening to music, and smoking.Xiao Wang:Yeah, what happened then?Xiao Chen: Well, when I finished my cigarette, I did what I always do when I smoke in the park. I put the cigarette butt on the sidewalk and crushed it with my shoe.Xiao Wang:Right. That’s what I usually do and there’s nothing wrong with it. This w ay it won’t be a danger to anyone.Xiao Chen: Well, this guy walking by saw me putting out my cigarette and told me that it was not very nice. He said it was bad for the environment. I just don’t get it. How canit be bad for the environment? Why are people so impolite?Xiao Wang:Well, well, I must say there are certainly rude people everywhere!Task Two1. alone2. looking at3. got off; private4. wrong5. crushed/ put out; danger6. very nice7. bad8. rude/ impolite。
新通用大学英语综合教程第三册听力Unit-2
新通用大学英语综合教程第三册听力原文Unit 2Lesson 1Part 1 Making an AppointmentGuest: I need to see a dentist as soon as possible. I think it’s an emergency. I was wondering if youmight be able to recommend someone who speaks English.Clerk: Actually, there’s one not fa r from here. Would you like me to make an appointment for you? Dentist: So I hear you’re from overseas.Patient: Yes. From Venezuela. Thanks for fitting me in. This tooth is killing me.Dentist: Luckily, I had a cancellation. Glad to be of help.Patient: I really appreciate it. Thought I’d better see someone right away.Dentist: Well, let’s have a look.Part 2 Describing Symptoms at a Doctor’s OfficeConversation 1M: What seems to be the problem today, Mrs. Gilles?F: Well, I’ve been feeling pretty dizzy for the last few days. I have to lie down all the time. I feel really weak and I have so little energy —I can’t even make myself lunch or dinner.M: I’m sorry to hear that.F: And I can hardly walk up stairs. I’m so short of breath whenever I try.M: Any pain?F: Funny you should ask. I have pain in my shoulder, too.Conversation 2 [F = Chinese]F: Is there anything bothering you today, Mr. Baker?M: Well, when I woke up this morning I felt terrible. I had this pain in the back of my neck, and I thought I’d better get in to see the doctor right away.F: Have you been coughing?M: A lot, actually. I’ve had a bad cold for over a week now.F: That might explain the pain you’ve been feeling in your neck. I’m going to give you something for that cold.Conversation 3 [M = Australian]M: The doctor will be right with you, Ms. Rice. Have you not been feeling well?F: Not great, actually. And I’ve been sneezing like crazy.M: Oh, that’s too bad.F: Anyway, today my back is killing me. So I thought, that’s it, I’d bet ter come in.M: Come. I’ll take you in to see the doctor.Conversation 4F: You’re here to see Dr. Fox?M: Yes, I am. I’ve been really sick.F: Oh, I’m sorry to hear that. Have you been nauseous?M: Oh yeah.F: Any vomiting?M: Yes. I’m afraid I’ve been th rowing up everything I eat.F: Any dizziness?M: Not really. Just nauseousness.F: Well, Dr. Fox will be with you in a moment.Conversation 5M: You’re Ms. Pearlman?F: Yes, I am.M: The doctor will be with you soon. Can I ask you a few questions?F: OK.M: What brings you in today?F: Well, I’ve been wheezing a lot since yesterday. I don’t know what’s wrong. It’s really annoying.M: Are you allergic to anything?F: Not that I can think of.M: Any other symptoms?F: Not really.Conversation 6F: Mr. Rashid?M: That’s me.F: Hello, Mr. Rashid. The doctor will see you in just a moment. Are you in a lot of pain?M: Well, my hip has been bothering me a lot for the past two days. It hurts all the time.F: Hmm. Did you fall or have an accident?M: Not that I can remember.F: Any pain anywhere else? In your knees? Your elbows?M: No.Part 3 Talk about MedicationsConversation 1 [M = Korean, F = Turkish]M: Ms. Ramazan? I’m Dr. Kim. I understand you’re a long way from home.F: That’s right. I’m here on business. Fro m Turkey.M: But you’re not feeling well?F: It’s my back. It’s really been killing me for several days now.M: Are you taking anything?F: Just some painkillers. But they’re really not helping.M: Let me give you a prescription for Percotrol. It’s a very effective painkiller. I think you might find it very helpful.F: Does it have any side effects?M: Very rarely. In some people it causes nausea or vomiting. But I really don’t think you’ll have to worry. Call me if you feel at all nauseous, OK?F: Thanks.M: The dosage is one tablet in the morning, one in the evening, during meals. You’ll see a full set of instructions when you pick up your prescription downstairs.F: Thank you, Dr. Kim.Conversation 2 [M = Japanese, F= Mexican]M: Lucy Fernandez? I’m Dr. H irano.F: Thanks so much for fitting me in.M: My pleasure. Where are you from?F: Mexico. I’m here on business.M: You’re a long way from home! What can I do for you today?F: Well, I’ve got a splitting headache, and I’ve been kind of nauseous since Monda y.M: You must feel terrible. Are you currently taking any medication?F: I’ve been taking an antacid and a painkiller.M: Are you allergic to any medications?F: I think I might be allergic to penicillin. But I’m not sure.M: Well, that’s OK. Keep taking the painkiller for that headache. But you can stop taking the antacid. I’m going to give you a prescription for your nausea. Take it twice a day.F: Will there be any side effects?M: It might make you a little tired during the day. But chances are you’ll be fine. Call me if you don’t feel better.Conversation 3 [M = Chinese]M: Dr. Benson? Hi, I’m Mark Goh.F: Hello, Mr. Goh. I hear you’re not from around here.M: Right. I’m visiting from Hong Kong for a few weeks.F: You’ve come a long way to see a doctor! Well, what can I do for you today?M: My eyes have been really red for about a week now.F: Have you been using any medication?M: Well I got some eye drops at the drugstore, but they aren’t helping.F: For your condition, I think you might want somethin g stronger. I’m going to give you a prescription for an eye ointment. Use it twice a day, and wash your eyes several times a day.M: OK.F: It’s a strong medication, but there aren’t any side effects you need to worry about. If you keep your eyes clean, the ointment should do the trick.M: Thanks.F: Will you still be here next week? I’d like you to come back to see me.M: Yes, I’ll still be here.F: Good. You can make an appointment at the front desk on your way out.M: Thanks, Doctor.Part 4 Disease and TreatmentPassage 1 Parkinson’s DiseaseParkinson’s disease is a progressively disabling disease marked by trembling and increasing stiffnessof the muscles. The onset of this disease is gradual, which makes it difficult to diagnose in its early stage. Trembling usually begins in one or both hands; eventually the thumb and forefinger may show a rapid repetitive movement. In addition to muscular rigidity, other symptoms include slow body movement, poor coordination, and unbalance. A shortening of muscles along the front of the neck tends to bend the head andspine forward, while the lack of animation in the face creates a mask like expression. As these symptoms worsen, chronic fatigue, mental confusion, and speech impairment may develop and the person withPa rkinson’s may find it impossible to walk unassistedly.Passage 2 Laughter Is the Best MedicineThere’s a saying in English, “Laughter is the best medicine.〞 Now studies suggest that this sayingmight really be true.Everyone knows that stress is bad for your health. It can give you headaches. It can cause heart attacks and other serious medical problems. When we laugh, our stress is reduced. Then the body is able to fight disease better.People who laugh a lot have lower blood pressure than the average person. When a person laughs, hisor her blood pressure goes down. When this happens, breathing becomes deeper, sending more oxygen and nutrients throughout the body. Also, laughter pushes out more air from the lungs than it takes in, which helps to clean out the lungs.Laughter is good exercise, too! Some doctors have estimated that a person can burn as many calories by laughing as by riding an exercise bike for several minutes.Laughter can even help improve your memory. When you laugh, your muscles relax and psychological stress is reduced. This keeps the brain alert and allows you to remember more information.Some doctors are beginning to prescribe laughter along with certain medications and a healthy diet. It’s easy to include laughter in your daily schedule. Just read something humorous or watch a funny video. And who knows — it might save your life!Passage 3 Race and DiseaseResearchers have found more evidence that suggests a relationship between race and rates of lungcancer among smokers. A new study shows that black people and native Hawaiians are more likely to develop lung cancer from smoking. It compared their risk to whites, Japanese-Americans and Latinos. The study, however, found almost no racial or ethnic differences among the heaviest smokers. Thesewere people who smoked more than thirty cigarettes each day.Other comparisons have shown that black people are more likely than whites to get lung cancer from smoking. But the scientists say few studies have compared the risks among native Hawaiians, Asians and Latinos.Researchers at the University of Southern California and the University of Hawaii did the new study.The New England Journal of Medicine published the findings.The eight-year study involved more than one hundred and eighty thousand people. They provideddetails about their tobacco use and their diet as well as other information. They included current and former smokers and people who never smoked. Almost two thousand people in the study developed lung cancer. Researchers say genetics might help explain the racial and ethnic differences. There could be differencesin how people’s bodies react to smoke. But environmental influences, including the way people smoke, could also make a difference.Last June, the United States Food and Drug Administration approved a drug designed to treat heartfailure in black patients. The name is BiDil. The agency called it “a step toward the promise of personalizedmedicine.〞Lesson 2Part 1 Seeing a DoctorExample: A: Nikki, what’s wrong?B: My head i s killing me. I keep taking medicine, but it doesn’t help.A: You must feel terrible! You should go to the doctor.1. A: Hello, I’m Jessica Banks. I have a 2:00 appointment.B: OK. And what brings you in to the office today?A: One of my fillings came out.B: Oh no! How did you lose a filling?A: I don’t know, but it really hurts!B: I’m sorry. The doctor will see you in just a minute.2 A: Hi, Susan.B: Hi, Jim. You look awful.A: Thanks.B: No, I mean, you must feel terrible. Do you have a cold?A: No, I don’t. It’s my allergies. I forgot to take my allergy medication this morning. I can’t stop sneezing. The trees and flowers are making my eyes red and itchy. I’m going to take something right now.3 A: Is anything bothering you today, Mr. Kemper?B: No, Dr. Powell. I feel fine. I just came in to get my allergy shot.A: OK, I’ll give you the shot, and you’ll be out of here quickly.B: That’s great. Thanks.Part 2 Seeing a DentistScriptA: Thanks for fitting me in this morning. I needed to see someone right away.B: Glad to be of help. What’s the trouble?A: I think I broke a tooth.B: You must be in a lot of pain.A: Yeah, it’s really killing me.B: Well, let’s have a look. I might be able to fix it today.A: Will I need a prescription afterwards?B: Maybe. I might give you some painkillers.Part 3 Getting to Know Some Health MattersPassage 1 The Sleep Problems in AmericaA new report says an estimated 50 000 000 to 70 000 000 Americans have sleep problems. It says many more are suffering from lack of sleep.A group of sleep research organizations asked the Institute of Medicine to study the problem. The institute is part of America’s National Academy of Sciences. The study examined why we need sleep, the effects of sleep loss and other sleep disorders. A fourteen-member committee carried out the study. The Institute of Medicine reported their findings earlier this month.Harvey Colten of ColumbiaUniversity in New York City led the study. He says sleep disorders are not recognized enough by the general public and the medical community.The report says too few researchers are studying sleep disorders. It also says too few health care workers are trained to identify and treat the problem.The report says American businesses lose more than 100 000 000 dollars a year because of tired workers. Some employees are too tired to report for work. They have accidents or are less productive at work. Other costs included increased visits to doctors.The study found that twenty percent of injuries caused by serious car accidents are linked to sleepy drivers. Alcoholic drinks were not linked to the accidents. Other studies have linked poor sleep to an increasedrisk of health problems like heart disease, depression and unhealthy amounts of body fat. Researchers say the reason for this link is unclear.Many experts say a good amount of sleep is as important to health as diet and exercise. They say most people need seven to nine hours of sleep each night. Less than that can interfere with mental and physical abilities. It can lead to more serious problems, including severe sleeplessness. People with this condition temporarily stop breathing while they sleep.Researchers involved in the study are suggesting a number of steps to help prevent sleep disorders.They suggest a campaign to inform the public about the problem. They want increased education and trainingamong health care workers. And they are calling for new technology to identify and cure sleep problems. Passage 2 The Chronic DiseaseChronic diseases are the leading cause of death in the world. Yet health experts say these conditions are often the most preventable. Chronic diseases include heart disease, stroke, cancer and lung disorders.The World Health Organization says chronic diseases lead to about 17 000 000 early deaths each year. The United Nations agency expects more than 380 000 000 people to die of chronic diseases by the year 2015.It says about 80% of the deaths will happen in developing nations.The W.H.O. says chronic diseases now cause two-thirds of all deaths in the Asia-Pacific area. In ten years it could be almost three-fourths. People are getting sick in their most economically productive years. In fact, experts say chronic diseases are killing more middle-aged people in poorer countries than in wealthierones.The W.H.O. estimates that chronic diseases will cost China alone more than 5 000 000 000 dollars in the next ten years. That estimate represents the costs of medical treatment and lost productivity. Russia and India are also expected to face huge economic losses. It says deaths from chronic diseases have increased largely as the result of economic gains in many countries.Health officials say as many as 80% of deaths from chronic diseases could be prevented. They say an important tool for governments is to restrict the marketing of alcohol and tobacco to young people. Also, more programs are needed to urge healthy eating and more physical activity.U.N. officials aim through international action to reduce chronic-disease deaths by 2% each year through 2015. They say meeting that target could save 36 000 000 lives. That includes 25 000 000 inAsia and the Pacific.Passage 3 Anesthesia in OperationAnesthesia is used during operations and other medical procedures to block pain signals from traveling through the nervous system. The kind of anesthesia that patients receive depends on their condition and the kind of procedure they need.Local anesthesia is used to make a small area of the body lose feeling. Usually, local anesthesia is for minor procedures, like fixing a tooth or closing a wound. The person remains fully awake.General anesthesia makes a person fall asleep. This is known as being “put under〞. The drugs are injected into the blood or breathed as gas. General anesthesia also blocks memory.People are not supposed to remember an operation when they wake up. In rare cases, they do. TheMayo Clinic says patients may have a sense of their surroundings during about one-fifth of one percent of all operations. It says they generally do not feel pain, but may wish to talk to a mental health provider if the memories trouble them.An anesthesiologist is a doctor specially trained to give anesthesia. During an operation, the anesthesiologist will observe the patient’s heart rate, blood pressure and amount of oxygen in the blood. A breathing tube may be put into the person’s windpipe to aid breathing.There are, of course, risks to anesthesia. People can have different reactions to the drugs. Mistakes can happen. But medical experts say the safety of anesthesia has greatly improved.。
新通用大学英语综合教程第三册听力原文unit3
新通用大学英语综合教程第三册听力原文Unit 3Lesson 1Part 1 Meeting on the StreetSue: You look like you’re in a hurry!Kim: I am. I’ve got to get 50 color copies made I hope they can do a rush job.Sue: They must get requests like that all the time.Kim: I sure hope so. B ut that’s not all.Sue: What elseKim: Then I’ve got to get it all air expressed so it arrives in Singapore first thing Monday morning.Sue: I won’t keep you then. Actually, I’m in a bit of a hurry myself. I need to have the tailor putnew buttons on this jacket.Kim: OK. I’ll call you tonight.Sue: Great.Part 2 Items and ServicesConversation 1M1: Can you recommend a good dry-cleaner I want to get my shirts done and I don’tlike the place I’m for a good tailor. My new pants are too short.F2: You should take them to mine. I’m sure you could get them lengthened there. Conversation 3M: I wonder if you could help me with something. My camera isn’t working right. Do you know a goodplace for repairsF: You can try Hoyt Camera. People say they’re very good.Conversation 4M: That’s a terrific painting. Where’d you get itF: Oh, we bought that on our trip to New Zealand.M: Really! You should get it framed.F: I’d like to. Got any suggestions where to get that doneM: I’ll ask around.Part 3 Where to Get the ServicesJulia: Hi, I’m your new neighbor. I just moved into apartment number twelve. I’m Julia Frost.Mark: I’m Mark Fines. Welcome to the neighborhood. Let me know if you need anything. Julia: Actually, can you recommend a housecleaning service I’d like to get the apartment cleanedbefore I unpack.Mark: Sure. Almost everyone in the building uses Maid to Clean. They’re very honest. Julia: Great. And what about a copy service I have to get some things copied before Monday.Mark: Go to Edison’s. It’s just down the street. They’re really fast.Julia: Edison’s for coping. And can you tell me where you get your car repairedMark: I always go to Tony’s Auto Repair. They’re not very efficient, but they’re extremely helpful.They’re around the corner.Julia: And just one more question. Can you recommend a tailorMark: Sure. Sew Good is great for tailoring. Their work is excellent, and they’re very reasonable.They’re across the street.Julia: Thanks so much for your help. I appreciate it.Mark: No problem. See you around!Part 4 Having Things DonePassage 1 Paoding Carves up a CowOne time, a butcher named Paoding was commissioned to butcher a cow for King Hui. As he worked,his movements were graceful and faultless. The sound of the knife between the bones was like a whisper inthe night. When Paoding was finished, the cow didn’t even know it was dead. The king said, “Your skill isamazing”. Paoding said, “It was nothing really. When I butcher a cow, it’s notskill that I use, it is the Dao.When I first took up th e butcher’s trade, what I saw was the whole cow. But after I had been at it for a fewyears and butchered a good number of cows, what I saw was no longer the whole cow, but just its skeletalstructure. Ever since then, I stopped using my eyes and used my mind instead, tointuit my way around thecow. The good cook changes knives every year, because he merely chops but doesn’t hack. Because I neitherhack nor chop, I have used this same knife for 19 years, and it’s still like new. My knife glides in and outbetween the bone joints, moving as it pleases; so, the cow suffers no pain and in the end, doesn’t even knowit is dead.” The king was enlightened. He understood the good way of living one’s life. The complexities oflife are like the skeletal structure of the cow, and those who don’t understand how to approach them end uprunning around in circles, wasting all their energy.Passage 2 The Beginning of StampsRowland Hill, a schoolmaster in England, was the first to put forward a proposal to use stamps. Hethought it would be much easier for people to use stamps to cover postage. They could go to the nearby postoffice to buy stamps and put them on envelops before they sent the letters. The post office could simply putseals on the stamps so that people could not use the stamps again. In this way, the post office did not needto send postmen to collect postage. It only needed to send postmen to deliver letters. That was a good ideaand the government finally accepted it.Passage 3 “Dry” CleaningDespite its name, dry cleaning is actually not a dry process. Clothes are washed in liquid chemicals, butwithout water, and that is why the process became known as dry cleaning. But who came up with this idea,and how did it happenThe invention of dry cleaning was an accident. In 1855, a Frenchman named Jean Baptiste Jolly made adiscovery: a lamp filled with kerosene fell on a greasy cloth in his home. Kerosene is a type of oil that burnswell. When the kerosene dried, the cloth was cleaner where the liquid had been.Based on this discovery, people began to use chemicals to clean clothes. But most of these chemicals,such as kerosene and gasoline, could easily catch on fire, so dry cleaning was very dangerous.In the 1930s, people started to use a new chemical called perchloroethylene, or perc for short. This chemicaldidn’t catch on fire easily, so it was much safer than the earlier ones. It is still used today by most drycleaners.Lesson 2Part 1 Find a Good Courier ServiceSteve: Hey, Maya, can you recommend a courier service I need to send this package. Maya: Sure, Steve. Why don’t you have Pack Express take care of itSteve: Do you think that they can get it to Lima overnightMaya: They must be able to. They have service all over South America. They’re really reliable.Steve: I should have asked you for a recommendation earlier! Last week I used Aero Fast, but theywere expensive and not very efficient.Part 2 It is Urgent.Anna: Hello. Can I help youGreg: I hope so. This photo is too small. Can you enlarge itAnna: Absolutely.Greg: I need this done right away. Do you have express serviceAnna: Sure. When do you need itGreg: Well, can you do it in an hour It’s urgent.Anna: Let me see…is 4:30 OKGreg: It is great. Thanks. I really appreciate it.Part 3 News and IntroductionPassage 1 Book of the MonthHome and Family magazine talked to Pamela Darby, author of the new book Time Management. Here’ssome of the advice that she gives:Making time for special treatments and things you enjoy is important. You make time for a lot of thingsthat you don’t enjoy, like work and housecleaning. Choose something that you really like to have done,make an appointment, and go. You could get your nails done or have someone massage your back. Theimportant thing is to choose something that you enjoy having done.Accept offers of help. People are so used to doing things on their own, that they don’t think aboutletting people help them. If someone asks, “How can I help” tell them what you need done! For example,if you’re planning a class party for one of your children, get some of the other parents to bring food. Whensomeone offers to watch the kids, let them do it.But, you don’t have to wait for people to offer to help. Assign responsibilities to other family members.Have your spouse drop off the dry cleaning on the way to work. Get your kids to help around the house.Even young children can be responsible for certain tasks, such as putting away their toys or setting the table.Passage 2 The Beginnings of Mass ProductionUntil the early twentieth century, the normal method of manufacturing was that one person produceda whole item. This system was transformed by Frederick W. Taylor, an American engineer who developedthe theory of scientific management. His aim was to make factory work as fast and efficient as possible: increasing workers’ productivity in this way would mean that large quantities of goods could bemanufactured cheaply.Taylor recommended that the manufacturing process should be broken down into tasks, and that workersshould specialize in particular tasks, instead of making the whole item. Through this division of labor, eachworker would become very good at certain activities. Henry Ford, the American car manufacturer, was thefirst industrialist to base product ion on Taylor’s ideas. Although this approachkeeps production costs to aminimum, it has been blamed for making factory work boring.Passage 3 Lost LuggageApproximately one airline passenger in every thousand arrives at their destination to find that some orall of their baggage has not arrived with them. For many passengers this means a waitof hours or days,with all the associated inconvenience, whilst the missing item is being located and forwarded. Others, lessfortunate still, have to resign themselves to the fact that their bags are actuallylost and, as the days turn intoweeks, face the fact that they are unlikely ever to see them again.To prevent loss, or at least assist recovery, passengers are urged to make sure that identification tags aresecure and up-to-date, an itinerary with addresses is enclosed and that bags are distinguishable from othersof the same make. Airlines recommend the use of colored tape or large elasticatedstraps made specificallyfor this purpose.Lost or delayed luggage actually costs the world’s airlines over £ 6 billion per year. They get some ofthis back, however, by selling off those lost items which are never claimed by their rightful owners. Aftermonths of intensive tracking, airlines send hopelessly lost luggage to companies which sort the contentsand then put them on sale at bargain prices. At one such company in Alabama, the leftovers of flying are laidout in a vast store, which has itself now become an attraction for tourists from all over the world. Whoknows, they may even come across some of their own stuff.。
学术综合英语罗立胜听力原文
学术综合英语罗立胜听力原文Title: The Importance of Academic English in Higher EducationAs a university professor of English, I cannot stress enough the significance of academic English in higher education. Academic English refers to the specific style, tone, and vocabulary used in academic settings such as research papers, scholarly journals, and conference presentations. It is a form of communication that allows scholars to share their ideas and research with their peers in a clear, concise and coherent manner.Academic English is a critical skill that students need to develop to excel in their academic pursuits. It is essential for students to learn to write and speak in academic English as it enables them to communicate effectively and participate fully in their courses. They also need to be able to read academic texts and understand complex ideas.Without a good command of academic English, students may struggle to write research papers, read and understand their course materials, and participate fully in class discussions. They may also find it challenging to communicate effectively with their professorsand peers.In today's globalized world, academic English is becoming more critical as scholars strive to share their research with audiences from different countries and backgrounds. A lack of proficiency in academic English can limit opportunities for students and researchers to engage in international conferences, publish in international journals, and collaborate with scholars from different parts of the world.In conclusion, the importance of academic English in higher education cannot be overstated. It is an essential skill for students and scholars to communicate effectively, participate fully in academic life, and succeed in their academic pursuits. Students should be encouraged to develop their academic English skills from an early stage, and universities should provide adequate resources and support to help students improve their proficiency in academic English.。
新通用大学英语综合教程第三册听力原文Unit4
新通用大学英语综合教程第三册听力原文Unit 4Lesson 1Part 1 I Want to Be a DoctorAnn: Ruth! This report’s due tomorrow. What are you dreaming about?Ruth: You know, I wish I’d gone to medical school instead of business school.Ann: What? Since when have you been interested in medicine?Ruth: Well, when I read about doctor shortages and terrible diseases, I think about how I couldhave made a difference in this world, an important difference…instead of doing these useless reports!Ann: Well, you’re young. Maybe it’s not too late.Ruth: Think so?Ann: Sure. But do you think maybe you could get your head out of the clouds and get back ontask now?Ruth: Sorry about that. You can count on me.Part 2 Why Did They Change Their Mind?Conversation 1M: So what did you want to be when you grew up?F: Me? I actually wanted to be a sculptor. And I was one for about five years.M: Really? So how come you’re an architect now?F: Do you know how hard it is to make a living being a sculptor?M: I can imagine.Conversation 2F: Weren’t you going to marry that beautiful Spanish dancer — what was her name — Pilar?M: You remember?! You’re amazing!F: Who could forget Pilar?M: Hmmm. Well, she was something else!F: What made you change your mind?M: I never really changed my mind. My parents talked me out of it.Conversation 3 [M= Russian]M: I always thought you would be a lawyer.F: What do you mean?M: Well, you love to argue, and you love to win.F: To tell you the truth, I really thought I would be a lawyer too, but I didn’t pass the entr ance exam. I took it twice.M: You’re kidding!F: Well, there’s more to law than arguing and winning.Conversation 4F1: I remember that gorgeous Swede you were going to marry.F2: Oh, yes. Sven Svenson. He was some hunk.F1: Whatever happened?F2: I guess my tastes changed. I married Luigi instead.Part 3 Why Did Christina Change Her Mind about Each Activity?Simon: Hi, Christina. I’m Simon Wells, your career counselor. Let’s look at your resume … So…you studied art, but you didn’t graduate. What happened?Christina: Well, it was going to be hard to make a living as an artist, so I quit.Simon: And then you studied at a beauty school?Christina: Yes, but I couldn’t cut hair. I had this exam, but I didn’t pass.Simon: OK…and you have some job experience? Yo u worked at an art gallery.Christina: Yes, but I decided that I liked music better than art.Simon: So your tastes changed?Christina: Exactly! So I was going to play in a band, but my parents talked me out of it.Simon: And then you worked at a bank?Chr istina: Yes, I worked there for a few months, but then I didn’t want to anymore. I guess I just changed my mind.Simon: And now you want my help?Christina: Yeah!Part 4 Some Tips on How to Choose a CareerPassage 1 Job AdvertisementThis is an exciting opportunity for a talented individual. The successful candidate will work with highlevel individuals in the company. Responsibilities include managing the director’s calendar and commitments, managing special projects, serving as the director’s representati ve to other offices and individuals, and supervising the administrative staff. This position requires 5 plus years in a senior-level executive/ administrative position. Experience and strong knowledge in a variety of computer software applications is also required. The successful candidate will be quick-thinking, flexible, and have common sense. He/She will have strong organizational skills and attention to detail. He/She should also have excellent oral and written communication, problem-solving and project-management skills.Passage 2 Tips for Improving Your InterviewCongratulations! You have a job interview. Here’s how to do your best:PrepareBefore the interview, read the job description and think about how your skills, abilities, and experience match the requirements of the position. Decide how you’ll explain that information.Make sure to arrive on time or a few minutes early. Most interviewers agree: There’s no excuse forbeing late.Don’t be too friendlyAn interview is a professional meeting. You should be energetic and enthusiastic, but not informal.Use good communication skillsListen to questions carefully. Before you give your answer, make sure that it’s a correct response to the question.Ask questionsIt’s important to ask questions in an int erview. It shows your interest in the position and in the company. Listen to what is said during the interview and ask for additional information later.Maintain the three C’sIt’s OK to feel nervous — inside. But on the outside, you need to stay cool, calm, and confident. Remember,you can do the job; make sure the interviewer knows it, too.Passage 3 A Baseball PlayerCal Junior played all his years in the major leagues with just one team.Cal junior played for the Baltimore Orioles from 1981 to 2001. He played shortstop for most of his career and later moved to third base.He played in nineteen All-Star Games and was named the most valuable player in two of them. A lso, he wasthe American League’s most valuable player in 1983 when Baltimore won the World Series.But baseball history may best remember him for playing 2632 consecutive games. The city of Baltimore celebrated in 1995 when he broke the record set by Lou Gehrig for not missing any games. That record had stood for 56 years. Cal Junior became kno wn as the “Iron Man” of baseball.Lesson 2Part 1 Independence DayElizabeth: Hi, Sarah.Sarah: Hi, Elizabeth. Do you mind if I ask you a question?Elizabeth: Absolutely not. What’s up?Sarah: I’m not sure about the customs here for Independence Day. I’m going on a picnic, and everyone’s taking something. I was going to take soda, but I decided to take something else.It’s OK if I take sandwiches, isn’t it?Elizabeth: Absolutely perfect.Sarah: So how else do you celebrate the holiday?Elizabeth: Well, the re’s a parade. And at night they set off fireworks. You’re going to watch them, aren’t you?Sarah: Definitely. Thanks for your help!Part 2 InterviewConversation 1 [F=S panish]M: Good morning.F: Hello. I’m Sonia Espinoza. I’m interested in the job as di rector of the sports program. The one on the cruise ship.M: Do you have any experience with sports programs or any special athletic ability?F: Yes. I play tennis, golf, and I’m on a basketball team. I’ve won a few swimming contests, and I’ve been teaching swimming at a club for five years. I actually thought I would be an Olympic swimmer,but I’m not good enough for that.Conversation 2 [M2=Italian]M1: Good morning. Please come in.M2: Thank you. I’m Silvano Lucastro. I’m interested in working in an international company, but I’m not sure what jobs might be available.M1: OK. Tell me something about yourself. What do you see as your strengths.M2: Well, I’m very logical. I can figure things out when other people can’t. Whenever there is a problem, people bring it to me to look for an answer. I write everything down in a list and then think aboutevery solution. It’s a good way to solve problems.Conversation 3 [M2=Slavic]M1: Hello. Please come in and have a seat.M2: Thanks.M1: Which job are you interested in?M2: Well, I’m not sure. I don’t have a family yet, and my English is pretty good. I’d love to work somewhereoutside of the country for a while, but I don’t have much work experience.M1: That’s OK. We have jobs for people at every level. Please tel l me about your qualifications.M2: Well, ever since I was a child, I’ve been great with my hands.M1: Hmmm. Manual dexterity…Can you tell me a little more?M2: Sure. People always tell me that I’m good at fixing things. I love to fix things that are broke n.M1: That’s great. I actually know of a nice position that might be just right for you … in the US, working for a Ukrainian piano company. Let me get your personal information. Please spell your name.M2: It’s Ivan Martinovic. That’s M-A-R-T-I-N-O-V-I-C.Conversation 4M: Good afternoon.F: Hi! I’m Agnes Lukins, and I’m a people person.M: A people person. Could you please explain what you mean, Ms. Lukins?F: I just love working with people. And, actually, people like working with me … and for me. They s ay I’m a good boss.M: So would you say you have strong leadership qualities?F: I guess so. I manage people well and my last two jobs have been in management. I’d like to know if there’s anything available abroad…maybe in Mexico? I can speak Spanish.M: L et’s have a look at the possibilities there.Conversation 5 [F=Australian]M: Come in. You’re Elena Burgess, aren’t you?F: Yes, that’s right. I see you have two jobs available for psychologists. I just finished my studies, and I’m not sure which job to ap ply for. This would be my first job.M: Well, please tell me about yourself. What do you see as your strengths?F: Strengths? Hmmm … Well, people say I have a lot of compassion.M: You are compassionate? In what way?F: I’m able to understand other people’s feelings — to put myself in their shoes. I think I must have gotten that from my parents. Both my parents are psychologists, too.Conversation 6M: Good afternoon. You must be Karen Trent.F: Yes … I’m looking for a job.M: Certainly, Ms. Trent. What kind of experience do you have?F: Well, I’m a painter. I painted the murals at the new Design Center reception area.M: Really? Those are beautiful! I understand they won a prize. You do have a lot of talent.F: Thanks! I actually have a teaching certificate in art, and I’d love to work with children. Is there anything available in Europe? I speak French and German as well as English, and I’d love a chance to practice! Conversation 7 [M2=U.S Southern, regional]M1: Please come in and have a seat.M2: Thank yo u. I’m Ed Snodgrass, and I’m a student. I’m looking for some kind of a summer job…maybe in Thailand? Would that be possible?M1: Asia. Well, let’s see. Tell me something about your skills and abilities.M2: Well, I’m pretty young, but people have always sa id I have a lot of common sense.M1: Now that does sound good. What specifically do you mean?M2: Well, I don’t really have a lot of experience or skill, but I have a talent for just knowing what to do. Things seem pretty simple to me. I just seem to be ab le to figure out what to do when others can’t. Conversation 8 [F=Japanese]M: Please come in and have a seat.F: Thank you very much. I’m Akiko Uzawa. I’ve been working as a computer programmer, but I’m interested in moving to information technology. I see there’s a job available with a multinational.M: Yes, that’s right. This would be a change for you, Ms. Uzama. What makes you feel you would be good at information technology?F: Well, I went into programming because I was always good at math. I think with my background in mathematics I understand the needs and problems of people in IT.Conversation 9M: Hello. Are you Mia Kim?F: Yes, that’s right. I’m currently working as a receptionist at a law firm, but I’ve just finished a course as a legal secretary and I’d like to apply for the opening in Paris.M: Paris? Do you speak French?F: Yes, I have a good knowledge of French. My parents both worked in France for a Korean company, and I went to a French-speaking school.M: What do you see as your strengths?F: Well, I have a great memory for details. Also for faces and facts. I hope you’ll consider me for this job. Part 3 Life and ResponsibilityPassage 1 Women’s ResponsibilitySociety places high emphasis that a modern woman should have knowledge in every field, as if she is some kind of a wonder woman. She is expected to know everything from daily kitchen chores to office workand more. This enabled the modern woman to promote herself to taking on tasks that were done by men alone during the past few decades.Where there is a will, there is a way, holds exactly true in the case of women who prefer marriage to career or vice versa. When a student at Howard University in Washington D.C. was questioned about her future married life, she said that she would prefer working part time and devote more time and effort to her family. She felt that a woman’s first responsibility is towards her home rather than work. She asserted that women should work only if financially demanding situations arise. A graduate now settled in the US feels that it is the responsibility of both the husband and the wife to help each other out in terms of household chores and shopping needs. She completed her Master’s degree in Economics after her marriage and assertedthat it is difficult to combine marriage, education and work.Passage 2 Political CareerMartin Luther King Junior was born on January 15th, 1929 in the southern city of Atlanta, Georgia. His father was a minister of a Christian Baptist Church.At that time, laws in the A merican south kept black people separate from white people. The laws forcedAfrican-A mericans to attend separate schools and live in separate areas of cities. They did not have the same civil rights as white people.Martin Luther King Junior attended Morehouse Col lege in Atlanta. There he studied the ideas of India’s spiritual leader Mahatma Gandhi. He also studied American philosopher Henry David Thoreau. Both Gandhiand Thoreau wrote about ways to fight injustice. They urged people to disobey unjust laws, but not to use violence.Martin Luther King Junior wanted to spread these ideas about peaceful protest. He became a Baptist minister like his father. In 1963, He gave his famous “I Have a Dream” speech to 200 000 people in Washington,D.C. He received the Nobel Peace Prize in 1964. He was shot and killed four years later while visiting Memphis, Tennessee.Each year, A mericans celebrate Martin Luther King Junior’s life and work on the Monday closest to his birthday. Schools and government offices are closed. Cities and towns hold special ceremonies to honor him.Passage 3 Life ChangesWhen his wife died, Fauja Singh left India to live with his son in Great Britain. He often felt bored and lonely with his new life, so he started running, a hobby he had given up 53 years earlier. In 2000 Singh participated in his first marathon at age 89, completing it in 6 hours and 54 minutes. He holds the world record for his age group. In 2004, Singh signed an advertising deal with the sports company Adidas. Singh gives the money he earns to charity. “After all,” he says, “you can’t take it with you.”。
新世纪大学英语综合课程2unit1-unit8listenandrespond听力原文
Unit 1 Living in Harmony[00:]Listen and Respond[00:]Smile[00:]I am a mother of three and have recently completed my college degree. [00:]The last project the professor assigned us to do was called “Smile.”[00:]The class was asked to go out and smile at three people and then write down their reaction.[00:]I am a very friendly person and always smile at everyone I meet and say “hello.”[00:]So I thought that it would be a piece of cake for me.[00:]Soon after we were assigned the project, my husband,[00:]the youngest son and I went out to the local McDonalds on a cold March morning.[00:]Just when we were standing in line, waiting to be served, [00:]I smelled a horrible “dirty body” smell, and there standing behind me were two poor homeless men.[01:]As I looked down at the shorter gentleman close to me, he was smiling. [01:]His beautiful sky blue eyes were searching for acceptance. [01:]He said, “Good day” as he counted the few coins he had. [01:]The second man was mentally retarded.[01:]The young lady at the counter asked the shorter man what they wanted. [01:]He said, “Just coffee for the two of us.”[01:]Obviously, it was all they could afford.[01:]To sit in the restaurant and warm up, they had to buy something —they just wanted to be warm.[01:]Then I was suddenly filled with sympathy.[01:]All eyes in the restaurant were set on me, judging my every action. [01:]I smiled and asked the young lady behind the counter to[01:]give me two more breakfast meals on a separate tray.[02:]I then walked to the table where the two men were sitting. [02:]I put the tray on the table and laid my hand on the blue-eyed gentleman’s cold hand.[02:]He looked up at me and said, “Thank you.”[02:]I leaned over and said, “Just help yourselves.”[02:]I started to cry when I walked away to join my husband and son. [02:]As I sat down, my husband smiled at me and held my hand for a moment. [02:]I returned to college, with this story in hand.[02:]I turned in “my project” and the professor was touched and read it to the whole class.[02:]The whole class was touched.[02:]I graduated with one of the biggest lessons I would ever learn —UNCONDITIONAL ACCEPTANCE.Unit 2 Optimism and Positive Thinking[00:]Listen and Respond[00:]Attitude Is Everything[00:]Michael was a natural optimist.[00:]He was always in a good mood, always up and always had something positive to say.[00:]If an employee was having a bad day,[00:]Michael was there telling the employee how to look on the positive side of the situation.[00:]Seeing his optimism really made me curious, so one day I went up to Michael[00:]and asked him, “I don’t get it.[00:]You can’t be positive all the time.[00:]How do you do it”[00:]Michael replied, “Each morning I wake up and say to myself: Mike, you have two choices today.[00:]You can choose to be in a good mood or you can choose to be in a bad mood.[00:]I choose to be in a good mood.[01:]Each time something bad happens, I can choose to be a victim or choose to learn from it.[01:]I choose to learn from it.[01:]Every time someone comes to me complaining, I can choose to accept the complaining[01:]or I can point out the positive side of life, I always choose the positive side of life.”[01:]“Yeah, right.[01:]But it isn’t that easy.”[01:]I said.[01:]“Yes, it is easy,” Michael said.[01:]“Life is all about choices.[01:]Every situation in life is a choice.[01:]You choose how you react to situations; you choose how people will affect your mood; you choose how you feel.[01:]The bottom line is: It’s your choice how you live your life.”[01:]From Michael I have learned that every day we have a choice to live fully.[01:]So I will choose to be an optimist.[01:]If I am an optimist I may feel better, enjoy life more, and maybe have more chances of success.Unit 3 The Road to Success[00:]Listen and Respond[00:]Follow Your Dream[00:]One day in a high school, a senior named Monty Roberts was asked to write[00:]a paper about what he wanted to be and do when he grew up. [00:]Monty Roberts was the son of a horse trainer.[00:]He loved horses.[00:]That night he wrote a seven-page paper describing his goal of someday owning a large horse ranch.[00:]He wrote about his dream in great detail and he even drew a picture of a 200-acre ranch.[00:]He put a great deal of his heart into the dream ranch[00:]and the next day he handed the paper in to his teacher.[00:]Two days later he received his paper back.[00:]He got a large red F for his paper.[01:]He went to ask the teacher why.[01:]The teacher said, “The dream is impossible for you.[01:]You have no money.[01:]Owning a horse ranch needs a lot of money.[01:]You have to buy the land, the house, and the machines for your ranch. [01:]There’s no way you could ever do it.”[01:]Then the teacher added, “If you will write this paper a gain [01:]with a more realistic goal, I will reconsider your grade.”[01:]The boy went home and thought about it long and hard.[01:]He asked his father what he should do.[01:]His father said, “Look, son, you have to make up your own mind on this.[01:]Ho wever, I think it is a very important decision for you.”[01:]Finally, after sitting with it for a week, the boy turned in the same paper, making no changes at all.[01:]He said to the teacher, “You can keep the F and I’ll keep my dream. [02:]I will follow my heart, no matter what happens.”[02:]Now years have passed.[02:]This young man’s dream has finally come true.[02:]He is the owner of a large horse ranch.Unit 4 Being Creative[0:]Listen and Respond[0:]Creativity Is the Essence of Life and Nature[0:]Creativity is the essence of life and nature.[0:]The world itself is in a constant act of creation, so we human beings should ask ourselves — Why,[0:]in such a creative world, do some people sometimes appear to be stupid, dull, and uncreative[0:]— Are people really dull[0:]Or are we all, in fact, creative[0:]To answer this, let’s look at a baby.[0:]The whole essence of a baby is creative —it is creative in learning to walk, talk, sing, and play.[0:]Just imagine, a child can create a world of its own imagination and play with it for hours.[0:]A scientist who creates a theory is just like that — it is a play of ideas within the mind.[1:]It is hard to stop creativity in a young child.[1:]You can’t make your child creative.[1:]It simply is creative.[1:]Then, how can our children be still more creative[1:]I would suggest that the first step is to allow ourselves to be creative.[1:]If we ourselves are creative, we can guide our children in a way that is free and unconditioned.[1:]We should give our children a free and safe surrounding for them to explore, make mistakes and create.[1:]If we know a better way to do things, we should guide or “help” the child.Unit 5 The Value of Life[0:]Listen and Respond[0:]Life is a Bottle of Rocks[0:]A philosophy professor stood before his class with some items on the desk in front of him.[0:]When the final student was seated, he picked up a large[0:]and empty glass bottle and filled it with rocks about 2 inches in diameter.[0:]He then asked the students if the jar was full.[0:]They agreed that it was.[0:]He then picked up a box of pebbles and added them to the jar, shaking it lightly.[0:]The pebbles, of course rolled into the open areas between the rocks. [0:]“Is this jar filled now”[0:]Yes, the students said.[0:]But then he picked up a bag of sand and poured it into bottle. [0:]The sand filled in everything else.[0:]Once more he asked if it was full and after some thinking they said that it was.[1:]The professor then took 2 cans of beer and poured the beer into the jar.[1:]The students laughed loudly.[1:]After the laughter stopped, the professor spoke again: “I want you to recognize that this jar represents your life.[1:]The rocks are the important things in your life, your family, your partner, your health,[1:]your children — things that would still remain even if everything else were lost, and your life would still be full.[1:]The pebbles are the other things that matter — like your job, your house, your car.[1:]The sand is everything else.[1:]The small stuff.[1:]If you put the sand into the jar first there is no room for the pebbles or the rocks.”[1:]“The same goes for your life.[1:]If you spend your life on small stuff, you will never have room for things that are important to you.[2:]Pay attention to things that are critical to your happiness: your family, your health.[2:]There will always be time to go to work, clean the house and so on. [2:]Take care of the rocks first — the things that really matter. [2:]Set your priorities.[2:]Th e else is just sand.”[2:]After the impact of what he said settled,[2:]one of the students raised his hand and inquired what the beer represented.[2:]“I am glad you asked.”[2:]He replied.[2:]“It just goes to prove that no matter how full your life may seem, [2:]there is always room for a couple of beers.”Unit 6 Learning to Work Together[0:]Listen and Respond[0:]Be a Team Player[0:]If you really wish to succeed in life, it is very important to be a team player.[0:]For example, in a basketball game, Michael Jordan is a great player, [0:]but he still has to cooperate well with his team members to win a game, [0:]because every member of his team has a very specific role[0:]and every member of the team is vital to the success of the team. [0:]If one player does not play well, the team will lose the game. [0:]Of course, the concept of teamwork applies to more than just sports. [0:]In the workplace and in school, working together is also an important element for success.[0:]In the workplace, it is important to be thought of as a team player, [0:]for no one person can build a railroad or manage an airline. [1:]In today’s world most companies are using team concepts to run their business.[1:]Success in college can also depend on teamwork.[1:]Lab work and group projects are just some of the experiences requiring good cooperation with others.[1:]Human beings are social creatures.[1:]Like it or not, we are all team players.Unit 7 Adversity[0:]Listen and Respond[0:]Carrots, Eggs and Coffee Beans[0:]A daughter complained to her father about her life and how things were so hard for her.[0:]She did not know how she was going to make it and wanted to give up. [0:]Her father, a cook, took her to the kitchen.[0:]He filled three pots with water and placed each on a high fire. [0:]When the water came to a boil, he placed carrots in one of them, [0:]eggs in the second pot, and coffee beans in the third.[0:]His daughter waited impatiently and wondered what he was doing. [0:]In about twenty minutes he took out the boiled carrots and eggs and placed them in two different bowls.[0:]Then he poured her a cup of coffee.[1:]He turned to his daughter, and asked her, “What do you see”[1:]“Carrots, eggs, and coffee,” she replied and asked, “What does it mean, Father”[1:]He explained that the carrots, eggs and coffee beans each had faced [1:]the same adversity, boiling water, but each reacted differently. [1:]The carrots went in strong and hard but came out softened and weak. [1:]The eggs had been weak.[1:]But after being boiled their inside became hardened.[1:]The coffee beans were unique, however.[1:]After they were boiled in the boiling water, they had made the water taste better.[1:]Then the father asked his daughter, “When adversity knocks on your door, how do you react[1:]When life isn’t turning out quite the way you expected, you have a choice to make.[1:]Which will you be — a carrot, an egg, or a coffee bean[2:]If you are like the coffee bean, when things are at their worst, [2:]you get better and make thi ngs better around you.”Unit 8 Human Behaviour[00:]Listen and Respond[00:]The Unexpected Rescue[00:]I was walking along a dark street late one evening when I heard screams coming from behind some bushes.[00:]Alarmed, I slowed down to listen, and realized that what I was [00:]hearing were the sounds of a hard fight and tearing of clothes. [00:]Only yards from where I stood, a woman was being attacked. [00:]Should I get involved[00:]I was frightened for my own safety and cursed myself for having suddenly decided to take a new way home.[00:]Shouldn’t I run to the nearest phone and call the police [00:]Although the thoughts in my head had only taken seconds, already the girl’s cries were growing weaker.[00:]I knew I had to act fast.[00:]How could I walk away from this[00:]No, I finally decided.[00:]I could not turn my back on the fate of this[01:]unknown woman even if it meant risking my own life.[01:]I am not a brave man, nor am I a strong man.[01:]I don’t know where I found the courage and physic al strength, [01:]but once I had finally decided to help the girl I seemed to have changed into another man.[01:]I ran behind the bushes and pulled the attacker off the woman. [01:]While struggling, we fell to the ground,[01:]where we wrestled for a few minutes until the attacker jumped up and escaped.[01:]Breathing hard, I approached the girl, who was sobbing behind a tree. [01:]In the darkness I could barely see her outline, but I could sense her trembling shock.[01:]Not wanting to frighten her further, I spoke to her from a distance. [01:]“It’s OK.”[01:]I comforted her.[01:]“The man ran away.[01:]You are safe now.”[01:]There was a long pause...[01:]I heard the words in amazement.[01:]“Daddy, is that you”[02:]And then, from behind the tree, stepped out my youngest daughter, Katherine.。
新世纪大学英语综合课程第二版UnitUnitListenandRespond听力原文图文稿
新世纪大学英语综合课程第二版U n i t U n i t L i s t e n a n d R e s p o n d听力原文文件管理序列号：[K8UY-K9IO69-O6M243-OL889-F88688]Unit 1 Living in Harmony[00:04.00]Listen and Respond[00:06.78]Smile[00:10.76]I am a mother of three and have recently completed my college degree.[00:16.57]The last project the professor assigned us to do was called “Smile.”[00:22.95]The class was asked to go out and smile at threepeople and then write down their reaction.[00:30.42]I am a very friendly person and always smile at everyone I meet and say “hello.”[00:36.54]So I thought that it would be a piece of cake for me. [00:41.52]Soon after we were assigned the project, my husband, [00:45.47]the youngest son and I went out to the local McDonalds on a cold March morning.[00:51.63]Just when we were standing in line, waiting to be served,[00:55.66]I smelled a horrible “dirty body” smell, and there standing behind me were two poor homeless men.[01:03.96]As I looked down at the shorter gentleman close to me, he was smiling.[01:09.48]His beautiful sky blue eyes were searching for acceptance.[01:14.19]He said, “Good day” as he counted the few coins he had.[01:19.73]The second man was mentally retarded.[01:23.65]The young lady at the counter asked the shorter man what they wanted.[01:28.38]He said, “Just coffee for the two of us.”[01:32.48]Obviously, it was all they could afford.[01:35.94]To sit in the restaurant and warm up, they had to buy something — they just wanted to be warm.[01:44.01]Then I was suddenly filled with sympathy.[01:47.18]All eyes in the restaurant were set on me, judging my every action.[01:52.74]I smiled and asked the young lady behind the counter to[01:56.79]give me two more breakfast meals on a separate tray. [02:00.93]I then walked to the table where the two men were sitting.[02:05.09]I put the tray on the table and laid my hand on the blue-eyed gentleman’s cold hand.[02:12.07]He looked up at me and said, “Thank you.”[02:15.98]I leaned over and said, “Just help yourselves.”[02:20.22]I started to cry when I walked away to join my husband and son.[02:25.10]As I sat down, my husband smiled at me and held my hand for a moment.[02:32.03]I returned to college, with this story in hand.[02:35.74]I turned in “my project” and the professor was touched and read it to the whole class.[02:43.20]The whole class was touched.[02:45.34]I graduated with one of the biggest lessons I would ever learn — UNCONDITIONAL ACCEPTANCE.Unit 2 Optimism and Positive Thinking[00:05.81]Listen and Respond[00:08.87]Attitude Is Everything[00:12.53]Michael was a natural optimist.[00:15.46]He was always in a good mood, always up and always had something positive to say.[00:22.52]If an employee was having a bad day,[00:25.29]Michael was there telling the employee how to look on the positive side of the situation.[00:31.51]Seeing his optimism really made me curious, so one day I went up to Michael[00:37.44]and asked him, “I don’t get it.[00:39.70]You can’t be positive all the time.[00:42.52]How do yo u do it”[00:45.24]Michael replied, “Each morning I wake up and say to myself: Mike, you have two choices today.[00:53.41]You can choose to be in a good mood or you can choose to be in a bad mood.[00:58.89]I choose to be in a good mood.[01:01.46]Each time something bad happens, I can choose to be a victim or choose to learn from it.[01:08.30]I choose to learn from it.[01:10.88]Every time someone comes to me complaining, I can choose to accept the complaining[01:16.56]or I can point out the positive side of life, I always choose the positive side of life.”[01:23.05]“Yeah, right.[01:24.25]But it isn’t that easy.”[01:25.94]I said.[01:27.13]“Yes, it is easy,” Michael said.[01:30.30]“Life is all about choices.[01:32.75]Every situation in life is a choice.[01:35.67]You choose how you react to situations; you choose how people will affect your mood; you choose how you feel. [01:43.93]The bottom line is: It’s your choice how you live your life.”[01:49.18]From Michael I have learned that every day we have a choice to live fully.[01:54.09]So I will choose to be an optimist.[01:56.80]If I am an optimist I may feel better, enjoy life more, and maybe have more chances of success.Unit 3 The Road to Success[00:05.83]Listen and Respond[00:08.68]Follow Your Dream[00:12.62]One day in a high school, a senior named Monty Roberts was asked to write[00:18.50]a paper about what he wanted to be and do when he grew up.[00:23.83]Monty Roberts was the son of a horse trainer.[00:27.54]He loved horses.[00:29.55]That night he wrote a seven-page paper describing his goal of someday owning a large horse ranch.[00:37.49]He wrote about his dream in great detail and he even drew a picture of a 200-acre ranch.[00:45.22]He put a great deal of his heart into the dream ranch [00:48.88]and the next day he handed the paper in to his teacher.[00:53.10]Two days later he received his paper back.[00:56.41]He got a large red F for his paper.[01:00.81]He went to ask the teacher why.[01:03.42]The teacher said, “The dream is impossible for you. [01:07.50]You have no money.[01:09.06]Owning a horse ranch needs a lot of money.[01:12.73]You have to buy the land, the house, and the machines for your ranch.[01:18.49]There’s no way you could ever do it.”[01:21.86]Then the teacher added, “If you will write this paper again[01:26.28]with a more realistic goal, I will reconsider your grade.”[01:31.32]The boy went home and thought about it long and hard. [01:35.09]He asked his father what he should do.[01:38.24]His father said, “Lo ok, son, you have to make up your own mind on this.[01:44.59]However, I think it is a very important decision for you.”[01:50.55]Finally, after sitting with it for a week, the boy turned in the same paper, making no changes at all.[01:59.39]He said to t he teacher, “You can keep the F andI’ll keep my dream.[02:04.34]I will follow my heart, no matter what happens.”[02:08.55]Now years have passed.[02:10.70]This young man’s dream has finally come true.[02:14.52]He is the owner of a large horse ranch.Unit 4 Being Creative[0:5.15]Listen and Respond[0:8.23]Creativity Is the Essence of Life and Nature[0:13.75]Creativity is the essence of life and nature.[0:17.65]The world itself is in a constant act of creation, so we human beings should ask ourselves — Why,[0:25.57]in such a creative world, do some people sometimes appear to be stupid, dull, and uncreative?[0:33.31]— Are people really dull?[0:35.38]Or are we all, in fact, creative?[0:39.12]To answer this, let’s look at a baby.[0:42.24]The whole essence of a baby is creative — it is creative in learning to walk, talk, sing, and play.[0:51.37]Just imagine, a child can create a world of its own imagination and play with it for hours.[0:58.85]A scientist who creates a theory is just like that —it is a play of ideas within the mind.[1:5.57]It is hard to stop creativity in a young child.[1:10.51]You can’t make your child creative.[1:13.57]It simply is creative.[1:16.96]Then, how can our children be still more creative? [1:21.67]I would suggest that the first step is to allow ourselves to be creative.[1:26.96]If we ourselves are creative, we can guide our children in a way that is free and unconditioned.[1:34.70]We should give our children a free and safe surrounding for them to explore, make mistakes and create. [1:42.06]If we know a better way to do things, we should guide or “help” the child.Unit 5 The Value of Life[0:5.18]Listen and Respond[0:7.62]Life is a Bottle of Rocks[0:11.23]A philosophy professor stood before his class with some items on the desk in front of him.[0:17.95]When the final student was seated, he picked up a large[0:22.13]and empty glass bottle and filled it with rocks about 2 inches in diameter.[0:27.98]He then asked the students if the jar was full.[0:31.38]They agreed that it was.[0:34.52]He then picked up a box of pebbles and added them to the jar, shaking it lightly.[0:40.88]The pebbles, of course rolled into the open areas between the rocks.[0:46.50]“Is this jar filled now”[0:48.81]Yes, the students said.[0:51.48]But then he picked up a bag of sand and poured it into bottle.[0:55.89]The sand filled in everything else.[0:58.67]Once more he asked if it was full and after some thinking they said that it was.[1:5.91]The professor then took 2 cans of beer and poured the beer into the jar.[1:11.73]The students laughed loudly.[1:15.17]After the laughter stopped, the professor spoke again: “I want you to recognize that this jar represents your life.[1:24.41]The rocks are the important things in your life, your family, your partner, your health,[1:30.67]your children — things that would still remain evenif everything else were lost, and your life would still be full. [1:39.37]The pebbles are the other things that matter — like your job, your house, your car.[1:45.74]The sand is everything else.[1:47.84]The small stuff.[1:49.26]If you put the sand into the jar first there is no room for the pebbles or the rocks.”[1:55.56]“The same goes for your life.[1:58.43]If you spend your life on small stuff, you will never have room for things that are important to you.[2:5.13]Pay attention to things that are critical to your happiness: your family, your health.[2:12.00]There will always be time to go to work, clean the house and so on.[2:17.03]Take care of the rocks first — the things that really matter.[2:21.61]Set your priorities.[2:23.44]The else is just sand.”[2:26.37]After the impact of what he said settled,[2:29.50]one of the students raised his hand and inquired what the beer represented.[2:34.70]“I am glad you asked.”[2:36.24]He replied.[2:37.54]“It just goes to prove that no matter how full your life may seem,[2:41.99]there is always room for a couple of beers.”Unit 6 Learning to Work Together[0:5.84]Listen and Respond[0:8.63]Be a Team Player[0:11.12]If you really wish to succeed in life, it is very important to be a team player.[0:16.87]For example, in a basketball game, Michael Jordan is a great player,[0:21.82]but he still has to cooperate well with his team members to win a game,[0:26.38]because every member of his team has a very specific role[0:30.22]and every member of the team is vital to the success of the team.[0:34.75]If one player does not play well, the team will lose the game.[0:39.62]Of course, the concept of teamwork applies to more than just sports.[0:44.54]In the workplace and in school, working together is also an important element for success.[0:51.34]In the workplace, it is important to be thought of as a team player,[0:55.83]for no one person can build a railroad or manage an airline.[1:0.59]In today’s world most companies are using team concepts to run their business.[1:6.92]Success in college can also depend on teamwork.[1:10.48]Lab work and group projects are just some of the experiences requiring good cooperation with others.[1:18.69]Human beings are social creatures.[1:21.12]Like it or not, we are all team players.Unit 7 Adversity[0:4.50]Listen and Respond[0:6.95]Carrots, Eggs and Coffee Beans[0:13.10]A daughter complained to her father about her life and how things were so hard for her.[0:19.41]She did not know how she was going to make it and wanted to give up.[0:24.85]Her father, a cook, took her to the kitchen.[0:29.72]He filled three pots with water and placed each on a high fire.[0:35.16]When the water came to a boil, he placed carrots in one of them,[0:40.19]eggs in the second pot, and coffee beans in the third. [0:44.66]His daughter waited impatiently and wondered what he was doing.[0:50.12]In about twenty minutes he took out the boiled carrots and eggs and placed them in two different bowls.[0:58.26]Then he poured her a cup of coffee.[1:2.31]He turned to his daughter, and asked her, “What do you see”[1:7.09]“Carrots, eggs, and coffee,” she replied and asked, “What does it mean, Father”[1:14.08]He explained that the carrots, eggs and coffee beans each had faced[1:20.02]the same adversity, boiling water, but each reacted differently.[1:25.79]The carrots went in strong and hard but came out softened and weak.[1:31.09]The eggs had been weak.[1:33.26]But after being boiled their inside became hardened. [1:37.59]The coffee beans were unique, however.[1:40.51]After they were boiled in the boiling water, they had made the water taste better.[1:47.09]Then the father asked his daughter, “When adversity knocks on your door, how do you react?[1:53.82]When life isn’t turning out quite the way you expected, you have a choice to make.[1:59.17]Which will you be — a carrot, an egg, or a coffee bean?[2:4.74]If you are like the coffee bean, when things are at their worst,[2:8.94]you get better and make things better around you.”Unit 8 Human Behaviour[00:04.44]Listen and Respond[00:06.96]The Unexpected Rescue[00:10.29]I was walking along a dark street late one evening when I heard screams coming from behind some bushes.[00:17.57]Alarmed, I slowed down to listen, and realized that what I was[00:21.93]hearing were the sounds of a hard fight and tearing of clothes.[00:26.33]Only yards from where I stood, a woman was being attacked.[00:30.41]Should I get involved?[00:31.82]I was frightened for my own safety and cursed myself for having suddenly decided to take a new way home.[00:39.28]Shouldn’t I run to the nearest phone and call the police?[00:43.53]Although the thoughts in my head had only taken seconds, already the girl’s cries were growing weaker.[00:50.78]I knew I had to act fast.[00:53.30]How could I walk away from this?[00:55.52]No, I finally decided.[00:57.53]I could not turn my back on the fate of this[01:00.19]unknown woman even if it meant risking my own life. [01:05.00]I am not a brave man, nor am I a strong man.[01:08.33]I don’t know where I found the courage and physical strength,[01:12.15]but once I had finally decided to help the girl I seemed to have changed into another man.[01:18.62]I ran behind the bushes and pulled the attacker off the woman.[01:22.77]While struggling, we fell to the ground,[01:25.23]where we wrestled for a few minutes until the attacker jumped up and escaped.[01:30.38]Breathing hard, I approached the girl, who was sobbing behind a tree.[01:34.97]In the darkness I could barely see her outline, but I could sense her trembling shock.[01:41.17]Not wanting to frighten her further, I spoke to her from a distance.[01:46.04]“It’s OK.”[01:47.20]I comforted her.[01:48.80]“The man ran away.[01:50.62]You are safe now.”[01:53.81]There was a long pause...[01:56.25]I heard the words in amazement.[01:59.21]“Daddy, is that you”[02:01.97]And then, from behind the tree, stepped out my youngest daughter, Katherine.。
大连海事大学新时代研究生综合英语教程听力原文unit1-7
Unit One Life of AspirationPart OneWarm-up ListeningChoose OptimismIf you expect something to turn out badly, it probably will. Pessimism is seldom disappointed. But the same principle also works in reverse. If you expect good things to happen, they usually do! There seems to be a natural cause-and-effect relationship between optimism and success. Optimism and pessimism are both powerful forces, and each of us must choose which we want to shape our outlook and our expectations. There is enough good and bad in everyone‟s life—ample sorrow and happiness, sufficient joy and pain—to find a rational basis for either optimism or pessimism. We can choose to laugh or cry, bless or curse, and it‟s our decision.I choose to highlight the positive and slip right over the negative. I am an optimist by choice as much as by nature. Sure, I know that sorrow exists. I am in my 70s now, and I‟ve lived through more than one crisis. But when all is said and done, I find that the good in life far outweighs the bad.An optimi stic attitude is not a luxury; it‟s a necessity. The way you look at life will determine how you feel, how you perform, and how well you will get along with other people. Conversely, negative thoughts, attitudes, and expectations feed on themselves; they become a self-fulfilling prophecy. Pessimism creates a dismal place where no one wants to live.Optimism doesn‟t need to be naive. We can be an optimist and still recognize that problems exist and that some of them are not dealt with easily. But what a difference optimism makes is the attitude of the problem solver! When you‟re an optimist, you‟re more concerned with problem-solving than with useless carping about issues. It‟s your choice.Part TwoFocus-ListeningA Great Communicator in All CircumstancesMany American presidents have made an impact on our country as great communicators. John F. Kennedy, Franklin D. Roosevelt, and Abraham Lincoln come to mind as outstanding examples. But only one president in our lifetime was called the Great Communicator, and that was Ronald Reagan.Flashes of Reagan‟s talent for communication revealed themselves early in his career. He started out in radio. In his early twenties, Reagan quickly became one of the best-known announcers in the Midwest. Throughout his career, Reagan displayed an uncommon ability to connect and communicate with people. Nowhere was that more evident than during his time leading up to and in the White House. While announcing his run for the presidency in 1980, he cast the vision for his campaign clearly and simply, saying, “At the heart of our message should be five simple familiar words. No big economic theories. No sermons on political philosophy. Just five short words: family, work, neighborhood, freedom, peace.”During his campaign, Reagan successfully debated incumbent Jimmy Carter. The former California governor came across as a relaxed, likable, competent middle American. He won easily. Afterward when asked if he had been nervous debating the president, Reagan answered, “No, not at all. I‟ve been on the same stage with John Wayne.”Whether he was speaking to a group, looking into a camera, or connecting with someone one-on-one, Reagan was able to communicate with maximum effectiveness. Even when he was being wheeled into the operating room, his goal was to put others at ease. His comment to the surgeons was, “Please assure me that you are all Republicans.”Reagan was a good executive because he possessed a clear vision, made decisions easily, and delegated very effectively. But he was a great leader because of his uncanny ability to communicate. When it came to leading the country, people knew who he was, where he stood, and what he wanted, and they couldn‟t wait to get on board with him. Communication made him the kind of leader that people wanted to follow. (Words: 337)Part ThreeHome ListeningDream vs. GoalWe all want to believe that we are capable of great feats, of reaching our fullest potential. We need dreams. They give us a vision of a better future. They nourish our spirit; they represent possibility even when we are dragged down by reality. They keep us going. Most successful people are dreamers, ordinary people who are not afraid to think big and dare to be great. Dreamers are not content with being merely mediocre, because no one ever dreams of going halfway.In order to make real steps toward fulfilling our ultimate, big, splashy dreams, we have to start with concrete objectives. These are our goals.Dreams are where we want to end up. Goals are how we get there. Dreams are our visions of where we are after our struggle, the prize at the end of the journey. Goals are the individual steps we take to ultimately deserve the prize.Our dreams are our master plan. Goals are our day-by-day blueprints that provide achievable targets for incremental improvement, but dreams and goals are interrelated. Goals provide our daily routine. They show us where to start and they establish our priorities. They make us organized and create the discipline in our lives. Getting yourself to establish your goals is paramount, one of the key building blocks in achieving success.Let‟s say you‟re trying to climb the corporate ladder in a large company, and you are not optimistic about your chances because there seems to be too many people competing for too few jobs at the top. Your dreams are that promotion. What you have to do is to break down the dream into components you can work on individually and then make a list. After studying the “dream” position, you determine that what they‟re looking for is a hardworking, driven person who can manage a team well and improve productivity. Perfecting each of these characteristics then becomes goals you can shoot for.The first thing you do is show your boss that you are eager to work hard, begin to seek out more long-term projects to show you can maintain a certain energy level over a period of time. Then you have to show our boss that you‟re a team player, that you take the time to pitch in for th e group and that you‟re the kind of person who makes the people around you perform better.The point is that you must establish specific goals and clearly define them. Goals are not merely fuzzy wishes, or hastily made New Year‟s resolutions. They are t angible action items to be written down and followed. ( Words: 434)Unit Two EducationPart OneWarm-up ListeningComing to America as a FulbrighterThe Fulbright program gives an American a chance to study, teach or do research in other countries. And it gives people in other countries a chance to do the same in America. Fulbright grants are given to graduate students, scholars and professionals. There is also a Fulbright exchange program just for teachers and administrators.Each year, about 6000 people receive Fulbright grants. The United States pays most of the costs. Foreign governments and schools help by sharing costs and providing other support.The Fulbright program operates in about 150 countries. Around 270,000 Fulbrighters have taken part over the years.Legislation by Senator William Fulbright established the program in 1946. He saw educational exchange as a way to help people understand other ideas and ways of life. Senator Fulbright also believed the program could educate future world leader.In 1968, the Foreign Language Teaching Assistant Program began. This Fulbright program brings foreign teachers to the United States to work with high school or college students. Two other Fulbright programs that offer ways to come to the United States are the foreign student and visiting scholar programs. The Foreign Student Program brings graduate students to study and do research at a college or university. The Visiting Scholar Program brings foreign experts to speak and do research for up to a year.The list of countries in the Fulbright program changes each year. And the requirements may differ from country to country. (Words: 238)Part TwoFocus ListeningDeveloping CreativityOne of the most exciting findings about creativity is that it may be picked up at almost any stage of the life cycle and developed. Many programs that work with elderly or retired people have known this for a long time. Researchers are continually trying to understand what creativity is and how it can be nurtured throughout childhood and adulthood. It is thought that developmental characteristics of creative aspects vary to the extreme; some things may show up early, other aspects later on in life. Creative behaviors such as curiosity may actually be evident early during infancy and increase during the “magic years” of early childhood. Unfortunately, during middle and late childhood there may be a decrease in creativity as children become more conforming and inhibited as well as liable to fall into sex-role stereotypes. With care, creativity can be sustained throughout childhood and adulthood. Following are highlights of several characteristics of creative people and suggested ways to develop creativity.Characteristics that signal creativity include intense absorption, curiosity, ability to put together seemingly unrelated things or ideas, sense of humor, unusual vocabulary, eagerness to share new discoveries, spontaneity, and willingness to consider new ideas.Creative people are often either interested in ongoing experiments and need time to pursue ideas in depth, or they may jump from idea to idea very quickly. They may show fluency and flexibilityin their thinking. They may ask surprising questions. They may be more independent than others in their approach to doing things. They get excited about new solutions and ideas. Creative people need time to entertain ideas, prepare materials, and let their ideas simmer for a while. They need privacy and tolerance for ambiguity. They need to be allowed to try things out in different ways until they are satisfied with their own work. They also need to be able to select and discard efforts of their choosing—pressure to produce may stifle their creative efforts. Creativity thrives in an environment that allows questions, exploring, observing, skill-building, communicating, and self-expression. To develop creativity, the home or classroom environment should contain a variety of materials and encourage lots of different experiences.Developing a childhood interest—being “in love” with something and sticking with it for some time—is related significantly to adult creative achievement. Building anticipation before a trip or lesson, digging deeply into material during the lesson, and keeping the ideas alive for some time after the lesson are also ways to keep the creative processes going. Children and adults need to be introduced to examples of creative excellence. Their own work should be recognized and truly appreciated. If possible, creative efforts should be put to work and not simply acknowledged and then shelved.Adults who experience creativity programs tend to experience dramatic improvements in the quality of their lives. Self-expression, the zest of discovery, the pleasure of creating something, and freedom to try new things are all aspects of the creative process. Children can be encouraged to grow creatively, and this does not interfere with other kinds of educational achievement. We can all grow with the further development of creativity. (Words: 521)Part ThreeHome ListeningThe University of the FutureThe American research university is a remarkable institution, long a source of admiration and wonder. The wooded campuses, the diversity and energy of the student populations, and, most of all, the sheer volume of public and private resources available to run them, have made them the envy of the world.Seen from the inside, however, everything is not quite so encouraging. Setting aside the habitual complexity of medical schools, which have separate healthcare and finance issues, the structure of these institutions is straightforward and consistent. The bedrock of each university is a system of discipline-specific departments. The strength of these departments determines the success and prestige of the institution as a whole.This structure raises a few obvious questions. One is the relevance of the department-based structure to the way scientific research is done. Many argue that in a host of areas—ranging from computational biology and materials science to pharmacology and climate science—much of the most important research is now interdisciplinary in nature. And there is a sense that, notwithstanding years of efforts to adapt to this change by encouraging interdisciplinary collaboration, the department-based structure of the university is essentially at odds with such collaboration.A second set of issues surrounds the almost static nature of the departmental system. In a country where most things are highly fluid, the fields covered by departments, as well as the pecking order between them, have remained largely unchanged for many years. As people andmoney have flowed, particularly over the past twenty years, to the south and the southwest, the strongest US universities and departments remain embedded in the northeast and in California. League tables drawn up by the National Academy of Sciences and others show little movement in this pecking order, even over several decades.Another, perhaps more contentious issue concerns the relevance of the modern research university to the community it serves. The established model, whatever else its strengths and weaknesses, reflects the desire of the middle classes for undergraduate training that prepares their offspring for a stable career. But how does it serve a society in which people may have to retrain and recreate their careers throughout their adult lives? (Words: 363)Unit Three Economy and GlobalizationPart OneWarm-up ListeningThe Great DepressionThe Great Depression was the longest and most severe period of economic depression ever experienced by the United States. It began with a collapse of prices on the New York Stock Exchange in October 1929, and did not end until the United States entered World War II in late 1941. At its worst point—in early 1933—the American economy seemed on the verge of total collapse. National income had declined by almost one-half in a little over 3 years; capital investment had dropped to the point where net investment was negative; and one out of three people in the labor force was out of work. The most protracted period of economic stagnation in American history was finally ended by the war mobilization efforts in 1942. Obviously, no single event or factor was responsible for the decline.First, the stock-market crash which began on October 24, 1929, was not confined to a single day; the decline in asset prices was a process of continual erosion for almost 3 years. This enormous fall in the value of assets not only wiped out countless individual fortunes and savings, it also placed serious pressures on the stability of financial institutions, particularly banks. In addition, the interrelationship of income, consumption, and investment, together with the pessimistic expectations following the financial collapse, acted to discourage spending and thus to hinder the recovery of income. Finally, both the spending thesis and the monetarist thesis acknowledge the importance of serious flaws in the institutional framework of the American economy which contributed to the problems of 1929 to 1941. Even more significant was the absence of any institutional arrangements to cushion the effect that loss of income due to unemployment had on aggregate spending.The Great Depression marked, in a sense, the coming of age of the United States as a mature industrial economy. The events of the 1930s demonstrated the need for changes in the economic reform which was to continue for the next 40 years. Finally, the experience of the Great Depression serves as a continual reminder of the potential instability of our market economy, a memory which spurs a continued search for economic stability. (Words: 359)Part TwoFocus ListeningWhat to Expect at DavosFor more than 35 years, the Swiss businessman, economist, and philanthropist Klaus Schwab has been the driving force behind the World Economic Forum in Davos, where thinkers gather to ponder the problems of the planet. And with the world beset by more ills than job, there is no shortage of issues for CEOs, prime ministers, and academics to wrestle at this year‟s “Annual Meeting” from Jan. 24-28. I talked with Schwab about what will be on the table.What are the most important issues facing the world economy?The World Economic Forum did some research, together with Citigroup and Marsh＆McLennan, to keep track of major global risks, and we have identified 23 different risks, such as global warming, terrorism, oil price shocks, a hard landing for China, and so on. All of those issues will be on the agenda. Davos has one special function: It looks at all the issues on the global agenda, trying to see priorities and find solutions. There will be 2,400 people—half business, half other stakeholders in the global society, including 25 heads of state. You have practically every major government represented.Last year, India was a big focus, as was innovation. What will the hot topics be this year? Priorities evolve during the meeting itself. But a general issue will be the changing power equation, which means that everywhere in society and business, the power is moving from the center to the periphery. Vertical command-and-control structures are being eroded and replaced by communities and different platforms. We are moving into the Web 2.0 world, and this has tremendous implications on the national level and on business models. Also, three countries could be in the limelight: Russia, because the whole issue of energy security is at the top of the agenda; Vietnam, which is a new preferred place of investment; and Mexico, with the new President coming. And even if we are moving more and more into a multi-country world, the U.S. is still the key actor. We will have a delegation of 12 senators, and issues will be the sustainability of U.S. economic growth and the risk of the falling dollar.Your thoughts on Iraq and the Middle East today?It‟s not just an American challenge. It‟s a challenge for the world, because if Iraq goes into chaos and tribalism, the repercussions for the Middle East, for the energy supply will be tremendous. We believe Davos is a platform for positive interaction between the different factions in Iraq.How does the rest of the world view the U.S. today?In my opinion, anti-Americanism has decreased. One reason is that in the U.S. there is a much more vibrant discussion about the future. Americans are asking themselves a lot of questions.Is Davos a bit more of a celebrity fest than you originally intended?Of course, Davos is a place for business and political celebrities, and we have invited Hollywood celebrities because they have been very associated with some social causes. We didn‟t invite them because they were famous. This has brought us more reports, in the popular media. This year we made the decision that with the exception of one or two people, we were not inviting any Hollywood celebrities. (Words: 538)Part ThreeHome ListeningEconomic Conditions: Trying to Read the FutureEconomics and weather have a lot in common. Knowing what conditions will be like weeks or months in the future is not easy. One thing that helps economists predict the future is the index of leading economic indicators.An index is a way to measure changes in a group of numbers over time. In financial markets, for example, an index of stocks will rise or fall with changes in the wider market. The changes measured by an index can be represented with a single percentage.The index may start at a base period of time with a value of one hundred. Now say that a month later the value is recorded as one hundred one. That means it gained one percent. If the index lost one percent, however, the value would be ninety-nine.The leading economic indicators are really ten indexes. Four deal with manufacturing activity. One deals with unemployment claims. Another measures people‟s expectations of the economy. Still others involve financial information like the money supply and interest rates.The index of leading indicators is just one of the tools used to measure the business cycle. Business cycles are the normal changes that happen in economic growth over time.A measure called the coincident index provides information about current conditions. Employment rates are an important part of it. There is also a lagging index. It helps confirm economic changes that currently appear to be taking place. Interest rates are an important lagging indicator.The Conference Board publishes economic indicators for the United States. The Conference Board is a non-profit organization based in New York. It brings together business leaders to learn new ideas from one another. It has member companies around the world.The Conference Board also does economic research. Its work helps show business and government leaders what conditions might be ahead.But this group did not always produce the index of leading economic indicators. It took over the job in nineteen ninety-five from the Bureau of Economic Analysis, part of the Commerce Department.The Conference Board also publishes economic indicators for Australia, France, Germany and Japan. Others are Britain, Mexico, South Korea and Spain. (Words: 357)Unit Four Business and ManagementPart OneWarm-up ListeningTaylor‟s Scientific ManagementF.W. Taylor was the first man to study human beings at work. He published Taylor‟s Scientific Management in 1911 and it has since then multiplied labour productivity by a factor of one hundred.Taylor‟s god was efficiency and the highest ever productivity. Even as a young man he designed a spoon-shaped tennis racket and went on to win the national championship. He always aimed at the highest level efficiency in whatever he attempted.Taylor w as determined to stop all laziness on the shopfloor, “soldiering” as he called it. When he became the gang boss, the workers were frightened that he would increase the workload. A regular battle ensued between Taylor and his workers. There were planned breakdowns in the factory. Taylor‟s life was in danger. But he was a courageous person. He imposed fines and restored discipline. He emerged victorious.Taylor thought that he was a friend of the workers but workers considered him their arch enemy. They called him Speedy Taylor. They thought that his efficiency drive was pure slavery for them. It would impair their health, undermine their freedom and lead to large-scale unemployment.Taylor equated men with machines. Machines worked best when well-maintained and lubricated. Workers should likewise be provided with good working conditions, they should be well-trained and properly paid. They would, Taylor thought, then automatically work best. His concept of man was defective. Man is creative. He has feelings and emotions: he has intelligence. Taylor lost sight of these essentials. (Words: 245)Part TwoFocus ListeningA VOA Special English Economics ReportI‟m Steve Ember with the VOA Special English Economics Report.Peter Drucker was a voice for change and new ways of thinking about social and business relations. He died in Claremont, California, on November 11 at the age of ninety-five.Peter Drucker was born in Austria in 1909. In the late 1920s, he worked as a reporter in Frankfurt, Germany. He also studied international law.He fled Germany as Adolf Hitler came to power in 1933. Peter Drucker spent four years in aaaaBritain as an adviser to investment banks. He then came to the United States. Mister Drucker used his knowledge of international law to advise American businesses. He developed this advice into books on businesses methods and management.In the middle of the 1940s, Peter Drucker argued that the desire for profit was central to business efforts. He also warned that rising wages were harming American business. Mister Drucker was later invited to study General Motors. He wrote about his experiences in the book “The Concept of the Corporation”. In it, he said that workers at all levels should take part in dec ision-making, not just top managers.Critics of Peter Drucker have said that he often included only information that supported his arguments. But even his critics praised his clear reasoning and simple writing. He was called a management guru.Peter Drucker changed his thinking as times changed. In 1993, he warned that seeking too much profit helped a business‟ competitors. That was almost fifty years after he had argued the importance of profits.Mister Drucker taught at the Claremont Graduate School of Management for more than thirty years. He also advised companies. And he wrote for the Wall Street Journal opinion page for twenty years, until 1995. He commented on many economic and management issues.Peter Drucker may be most famous not for answering questions but for asking them. He once said that business people must ask themselves not “what do we want to sell” but “what do people want to buy”.Mister Drucker used terms like “knowledge workers” and “management goals”. Many of his ideas have grown to be highly valued in business training and politics.This VOA Special English Economics Report was written by Mario Ritter. Our reports are online at . (Words: 381)Part ThreeHome ListeningManaging the Global WorkforceBy Jena McGregor and Steve HammThe war for talent never ends. Middle managers in China? Good luck finding them, let alone keeping them. Assembly line workers in Central Europe? They‟re well-educated and hard-working. Trouble is, every company wants them. For corporations, managing this widely scattered, talented, restive, multicultural workforce has never been harder.These facts make a simple but powerful point: The old way of managing across borders is fading fast. In the first half of the 20th century, the globalization of business was based on the British colonial model. Headquarters, functions, and capital were in one place, with managers dispatched to run regional operations like colonies. In the second half of the 1900s, companies adopted the multinational model, replicating their home country operations in other places where they did business. Country units rarely dealt with other divisions in other markets.Today, global corporations are transforming themselve s into “transnationals,” moving work to the places with the talent to handle the job and the time to do it at the right cost. The threat of a U.S. recession only makes such efforts at lowering expenses and grabbing the best talent even more urgent. William J. Amelio, the CEO of Lenovo, the world‟s third-largest computer maker, calls his global workforce strategy “worldsourcing.” Lenovo has executive offices in five cities worldwide and organizes its workforce around hubs of expertise, such as hardware designers in Japan and marketers in India. “You operate as if there's just one time zone,” Amelio says. “And you're always on.”If anything, companies are devising new strategies to reach global scale faster. To retain workers in China, for example, PepsiCo‟s snacks unit funneled nearly 300 extra people into its talent assessment program last year and promoted three times as many managers as it did in 2006. In mid-2007 storage equipment maker EMC started a global innovation network for research and development workers at six labs around the globe. EMC set up a wiki Web site for scientists and engineers to develop technologies and product concepts together. (Words: 453)Unit Five Language and CulturePart OneWarm-up listeningDifferences Between Western Language Styles and Japanese Language StyleAfter I was married and had lived in Japan for a while, my Japanese gradually improved to the point where I could take part in simple conversations with my husband, his friends and family. And I began to notice that often, when I joined in, the others would look startled and the conversation would come to a halt. After this happened several times, it became clear to me that I was doing something wrong. But for a long time, I didn‟t know what it is. Finally, after listening carefully to many Japanese conversations, I discovered what my problem was. Even though I was speaking Japanese, I was handling the conversation in a Western way.Japanese-style conversations develop quite differently from western-style conversations. And the difference isn‟t only in the languages. I realized that just as I kept trying to hold western-style conversations even when I was speaking Japanese, so were my English students trying to hold Japanese-style conversations even when they were speaking English. We were unconsciously playing entirely different conversational ballgames.A western-style conversation between two people is like a game of tennis. If I introduce a topic, a。
大学综合英语教材听力原文
大学综合英语教材听力原文Unit 1Chapter 1Track 1Good morning class! Welcome to the first chapter of our comprehensive English textbook. In today's lesson, we will be focusing on improving our listening skills. Listening is a fundamental aspect of language learning, as it helps us to comprehend spoken English and engage in effective communication.Before we delve into the listening exercises, let's discuss some key techniques that can enhance our listening abilities. First and foremost, it is essential to maintain focus and concentration while listening. Eliminating distractions and creating a conducive learning environment can significantly improve our understanding.Furthermore, it is important to familiarize ourselves with different accents and speech patterns. English is spoken in various parts of the world, and each region might have its own unique way of pronunciation. By practicing listening to different accents, we can become more adaptable in real-life conversations.Now, let's start with our first listening exercise. We will be listening to an audio clip about a student's experience studying abroad. As you listen, pay attention to the main ideas and supporting details. This will help you comprehend the overall message and extract relevant information.Track 2Student: Hello everyone. Today, I would like to share my experience studying abroad in the United States. It was an incredible journey filled with excitement and challenges. So, let's get started!Firstly, I want to highlight the cultural diversity on campus. The university I attended had students from over 100 different countries. This created a truly multicultural environment where I had the opportunity to learn about various traditions and customs.Secondly, the academic standards were quite high. Professors emphasized critical thinking and independent research. This was initially challenging for me as the educational system in my home country focused more on rote memorization. However, I adapted quickly and found the experience intellectually stimulating.Thirdly, living in a foreign country taught me invaluable life skills. I learned to be independent, manage my finances, and navigate unfamiliar surroundings. It was a transformative experience that helped me to grow as a person and gain a broader perspective on life.Overall, studying abroad was an enriching and eye-opening experience. It allowed me to broaden my horizons, improve my language skills, and develop lifelong friendships. I would highly recommend it to anyone who has the opportunity to do so.Track 3Teacher: Excellent job, class! Now that we have listened to the audio clip, let's reflect on some key points. Can anyone share their thoughts on the main ideas discussed in the student's experience studying abroad?Student 1: I believe one key point was the cultural diversity on campus. The student mentioned that there were students from over 100 different countries, which created a multicultural environment.Student 2: Another important point was the emphasis on critical thinking and independent research. The student mentioned that the academic standards were quite high and that they initially found it challenging coming from a different educational system.Teacher: Very well summarized! These are indeed the main ideas. By actively listening and extracting essential information, we can gain a better understanding of the message being conveyed. This skill will be valuable in various academic and real-life situations.In conclusion, improving our listening skills is crucial for effective communication in English. By employing techniques such as maintaining focus, exposing ourselves to different accents, and practicing active listening, we can enhance our overall language proficiency. Make listening a regular part of your language learning routine, and you will see significant progress. Keep up the great work, and I look forward to our next listening exercise!This concludes our first chapter of the comprehensive English textbook.I hope you found this listening exercise informative and engaging. Remember to practice frequently and continue building upon your language skills. Have a wonderful day, and see you next time!。
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学术英语综合听力原文Academic English Listening:TranscriptToday we're going to talk about the impact of climate change on global food security. Climate change is a pressing issue facing our planet today, and it has far-reaching consequences for many aspects of human life. One such consequence is the effect on our food supply. As the climate becomes more unpredictable and extreme weather events become more frequent, agricultural production is at risk.One of the main problems is rising temperatures. Higher temperatures can cause heat stress on plants, which can lower crop yields. Additionally, increasing levels of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere can affect photosynthesis, the process by which plants convert sunlight into energy. This can result in slower growth and lower nutritional value of crops.Another issue is changing precipitation patterns. Some areas may experience more frequent and intense droughts, while others may see an increase in heavy rainfall and flooding. Both of these scenarios have negative impacts on crop production. Droughts can lead to water scarcity, and without enough water, crops cannot grow. On the other hand, heavy rainfall and flooding can destroy crops and soil, making it difficult to grow anything in the future. Furthermore, climate change can also impact pests and diseases. Warmer temperatures can lead to the expansion of the range and population of certain pests, which can damage crops. In addition,changing climate conditions can create favorable environments for the spread of diseases that affect both plants and animals. Overall, climate change poses a serious threat to global food security. Without adequate food supply, there will be impacts on nutrition and health, as well as social and economic stability. It is crucial that we take immediate action to mitigate the effects of climate change and ensure a sustainable and secure food future.。
新通用大学英语综合教程第三册听力原文Unit
新通用大学英语综合教程第三册听力原文Unit Introduction本文档是关于新通用大学英语综合教程第三册听力原文Unit的文档。
该单元是大学英语综合教程中的一个听力练习单元，旨在提高学生的听力技巧和听力理解能力。
本文档将提供Unit中的听力原文，并按照Markdown文本格式进行输出。
Unit听力原文Section 1: DialoguesDialogue 1: Making an AppointmentA: Hi, is this Dr. Smith’s office?B: Yes, it is. How can I help you?A: I’d like to make an appointment to see Dr. Smith.B: Sure, when would you like to come in?A: Do you have any availability on Friday?B: Yes, we have a few openings in the morning. How about10 a.m.?A: That works for me. Can you please tell Dr. Smith that I will be a few minutes late?B: Sure, I’ll make a note of that. See you on Friday at 10 a.m.A: Thank you!Dialogue 2: Renting a CarA: Hi, I’m interested in renting a car for the weekend.B: Great! We have a variety of cars available. How long do you need it for?A: I’ll need it from Friday morning until Sunday evening.B: Alright. Do you have a preference for the size of the car?A: Not really, as long as it’s comfortable for four people.B: Alright, I have a sedan available that should fit your needs. Would you like to pick it up on Friday morning?A: Yes, that works for me. How much will it cost?B: The total cost for the weekend will be $150.A: Okay, I’ll take it. Thank you!Dialogue 3: Ordering FoodA: Hi, I’d like to place an order for delivery, please.B: Sure, what would you like to order?A: I’ll have a large pizza with pepperoni and mushrooms, and a side of garlic bread.B: Okay, anything else?A: Yes, I’ll also have a salad with Italian dressing.B: Alright, can I have your address, please?A: It’s 123 Green Street.B: And your phone number?A: 555-1234.B: Great! Your order will be delivered in about 30 minutes.A: Thank you!Section 2: MonologuesMonologue 1: Climate ChangeClimate change is one of the greatest challenges facing our planet today. It refers to the long-term shifts in temperature patterns and weather conditions caused by human activities, especially the burning of fossil fuels such as coal, oil, and gas. These activities release large amounts of greenhouse gases, such as carbon dioxide, into the atmosphere, trapping heat and leading to the warming of the Earth’s surface.The consequences of climate change are far-reaching. Rising global temperatures result in more extreme weather events, such as hurricanes, droughts, and heatwaves. This not only poses risks to human health and safety but also threatens ecosystems and biodiversity. Furthermore, the melting of polar ice caps and glaciers contributes to rising sea levels, resulting in increased coastal erosion and the displacement of communities living in low-lying areas.Addressing climate change requires international cooperation and collective action. Efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and transition to renewable energy sources are crucial steps towards mitigating its effects. Additionally, initiatives to promote sustainable farming practices, protect forests, and conserve water resources are also necessary to adapt to the changing climate.It is important for individuals, communities, and governments to prioritize climate change mitigation and adaptation strategies in order to ensure a sustainable future for generations to come.Conclusion本文档提供了新通用大学英语综合教程第三册听力原文Unit的文本输出。
《E时代高职英语——综合练习2》(刘荃)-听力原文
Unit 1Part I Listening ComprehensionSection A1.【录音】How was your honeymoon?2.【录音】When did you get married?3.【录音】Do you think I should meet him again?4.【录音】How many roses do you want, sir?5.【录音】We are getting married next month!Section B6.【录音】M: I think this movie is very good. Did you enjoy it?W: Yes, I think it’s interesting.Q: How does the woman feel about the movie?7.【录音】M: Are you planning to go on the date with Mike tomorrow?W: No, I need to meet my lawyer tomorrow.Q: Who will the woman meet tomorrow?8.【录音】W: David gave me 99 roses yesterday. I was so surprised.M: Wow, he is really good at making you happy.Q: How many roses did David give the woman?9.【录音】M: Tomorrow is our 5th wedding anniversary.W: Congratulations!Q: How long has the man been married with his wife?10.【录音】M: Where are your parents going to celebrate their anniversary?W: I thought they wanted to go to Paris. But they decided to go German at the end.Q: Where will the man’s parents celebrate their anniversary?Section CConversation 1【录音】M: How was your date with John?W: It’s OK. It seems we have a lot in common.M: Really? That’s great. What does he look like?W: He is tall and handsome.M: Wow, what do you think of him?W: He is a nice guy and very smart.11. Which sentence is right?12. What does the woman think of John?Conversation 2【录音】M: Hi, Ruth. What are you doing right now?W: Nothing. I’m just watching TV.M: Would you like to see a movie with me?W: Sure. What time?M: The film will start at 2:30 p.m.W: Sounds good. Where and when will we meet?M: In my parking lot, at 2:00 p.m.W: All right. See you then.13. What is the woman doing now?14. What are they going to do together?15. When will they meet?Section D【录音】If you have found true love, then you will give and receive respect. You will respect them for who they are and what they do in the world, including with you. You will see the good in them. You will treat them as a human being and view them as your equal, not your superior or someone who is lower than you. And they will treat you with the same level of respect.Unit 2Part I Listening ComprehensionSection A1.【录音】How often do you check your Facebook?2.【录音】How do you go to work everyday?3.【录音】How long does it take to go there by bike?4.【录音】Could I pay the bill with PayPal?5.【录音】Have your parents added you as friend on Wechat?Section B6.【录音】M: Have you bought the new cell phone yet?W: No. The new cell phone is great. But I couldn’t afford one now.Q: How does the woman think of the new cell phone?7.【录音】M: The food I ordered will be delivered in one hour, could you please receive it for me?W: No problem.Q: When will the man’s food be delivered?8.【录音】W: I’ve traveled many places with little money, such as Paris, London, Berlin and New York.M: Wow, you are incredible.Q: Which place isn’t mentioned in the conversation?9.【录音】M: Do you think online shopping can help us save money?W: No. It’s too tempting. I always buy more useless thing when I shop online.Q: What does the woman think of online shopping?10.【录音】M: Do you prefer exercising in the morning or in the evening?W: I’m too busy. I can’t exercise no matter in the morning or in the evening.Q: When does the woman prefer exercising, morning or evening?Section CConversation 1【录音】M: This is the latest cell phone.W: Yes, I know and I like it very much. I will take it.M: Sure. Here is your receipt.W: How long is the cell phone guaranteed?M: You can refund it in 7 days and exchange it in one year.W: OK. Please bring me a green one.11. Which sentence is right?12. What color does the woman choose?Conversation 2【录音】M: Hi! Do you bring any cash with you?W: Of course. I always bring some coins and one hundred Yuan with me.M: I think what you are doing is right, though we can pay online almost everywhere.W: I think cash still can be life saver.M: Yes, sometimes you just can’t use card or phone to pay.W: So do you prepare any cash in your pocket?M: No, I always forgot to withdraw money.13. How much money does the woman take with her?14. What’s the man’s attitude toward the woman’s behavior?15. Why does the man have no cash in his pocket?Section D【录音】At work, everyone has been paying for their lunch from the canteen using their debit card for quite some time. Cash has practically become extinct in the building. I chat to my colleagues about the whole point of cash. We soon start naming transactions that are still done using cash. At the street market, for example, mobile payment machines are becoming increasingly popular, but the majority of payments are still made with crisp notes and jingling coins. It seems charity boxes and collection plates aren’t quite ready for virtual money yet either.Unit 3Part I Listening ComprehensionSection A1.【录音】How about we split the check?2.【录音】How much money do you spend on eating every month?3.【录音】Do you know that we have allowance every month?4.【录音】Have you saved any money for the future?5.【录音】Could you please lend me 2 dollars?Section B6.【录音】M: How much did our lunch cost?W: 50 dollars. Oh, I was wrong. It’s 55 dollars on the check.Q: How much did they spend on their lunch?7.【录音】M: Good morning, sir. How can I help you?W: I want to open a new saving account for my wages.Q: Where does this conversation happen?8.【录音】W: What do you think of financial products?M: I don’t believe them. I’d rather save my money in the bank.Q: What’s the man’s attitude toward financial products?9.【录音】M: Welcome to Bank of the USA. Can I help you?W: I need to transfer some money to another account. It’s urgent.Q: What does the man want to do?10.【录音】M: I would like to exchange some China Yuan into U.S. dollars.W: OK. How much would you like to exchange?Q: What kind of money does the man want?Section CConversation 1【录音】M: I’m broke. I have no money now.W: How did this happen?M: I lost all my money in an unwise investment.W: Do you still have your apartment?M: No, I have mortgaged my apartment for loans.W: I think you can live with me for a while.M: Thank you.11. Why does the man have no money now?12. Where will the man live?Conversation 2【录音】M: Do you want to go to the bank with me?W: I just went there one hour ago. You can go with Mike.M: I think Mike is busy. I saw him staring at the stock index without blinking just now.W: Oh, What are you going to do in the bank?M: I want to open my first account, but I don’t know the procedure. So I need a company.W: Fine, I will go with you.13. What does the woman mean at first?14. Why can’t Mike go to the bank with the man?15. Who will the man go to the bank with?Section D【录音】Growing up, I never learned anything about how money really works. My family had plenty of money, so if I wanted something, I asked my parents and usually received it. In college, if I needed money, I just asked mom, and it magically appeared. So when I graduated from college and my family decided that it was time to stop supporting me, I managed to get myself into a sizeable amount of credit card debt ($12,000) while working a low-paying job in retail.期中测验Part I Listening Comprehension Section A1.【录音】What can I do for you, sir?2.【录音】How much does the T-shirt cost?3.【录音】May I have your name, please?4.【录音】Where can I find an application form, sir?5.【录音】Can I leave a message for him?6.【录音】Shall I meet you in your office this afternoon?7.【录音】Could I have your business card?Section B8.【录音】W: How is your business going on?M: I’m lucky enough. It’s quite good.Q: How is the man’s business now?9.【录音】M: May I talk to Mr. Smith about the sales plan?W: Sorry. He is in the meeting.Q: What is Mr. Smith doing now?10.【录音】W: This is a very good presentation, isn’t it?M: Yes, I like it very much.Q: What does the man think of the presentation?11.【录音】W: I didn’t see you in the office yesterday?M: I didn’t come because I was ill.Q: What happened to the man yesterday?12.【录音】M: Please tell John to book a flight ticket for me.W: OK, I’ll tell him right now.Q: What does the man want John to do?13.【录音】W: Does your company still need a secretary, sir?M: Yes, we need a secretary in our Marketing Department.Q: Which department is to hire a secretary?14.【录音】W: Have you bought a car?M: Yes, it’s a second-hand car, but it works well.Q: What does the man say about his second-hand car?Section CConversation 1【录音】W: Hi, Robert, this is Jane.M: Hi, Jane. What’s up?W: I’m going on a holiday. Could I borrow your camera for two weeks?M: That’s OK.W: Thanks a lot. Could I pick it up tonight?M: Yes, I guess so.15. What is the woman going to do?16. What is the woman going to borrow from the man?Conversation 2【录音】W: Let’s take a coffee break, shall we?M: Sorry, I can’t.W: Why are you so busy?M: Well, I’ve got to finish this report.W: You can’t just stay on the computer forever.M: But I have to finish it this morning.W: Anyway, I think you do need to take a break.17. What does the woman ask the man to do?18. Why is the man so busy?19. Where does the conversation most probably take place?Section D【录音】Welcome to the Public Bus System. This bus network operates 365 days of the year and has services that can take you to your destination quickly and easily.You can travel round the city for just $ 3 a day with Type–A bus tickets. Type–B bus tickets are even cheaper. You can get on and off as many times as you like, so you can tour the city at your own pace.You can buy tickets at most newspaper stands.If you want to get more information, call the office of the Public Bus System.Unit 4Part I Listening ComprehensionSection A1.【录音】What do you think of our new design?2.【录音】How much does the skirt cost?3.【录音】What colors do you think look good on you?4.【录音】Where did you buy the clothes?5.【录音】Did you go to the fashion show last year?Section B6.【录音】M: I should buy a present for Lily’s birthday. Can you give me some advice?W: Long skirts are in fashion. You can buy her one.Q: What is the woman suggest the man buy?7.【录音】W: Can you help me shop for new clothes?M: Mary knows about style and can tell you what looks good.Q: Who can help the woman shop for new clothes?8.【录音】W: What do you think of my new dress for tonight’s cocktail party?M: You look bad in that suit. It’s out of fashion now.Q: What does the woman asking?9.【录音】M: You look good in that dress. You’ll be the star of the party.W: Yeah, you do have a nose for fashion.Q: What does the woman mean?10.【录音】M: Sorry, madam. I’m afraid Alan is busy the whole afternoon.W: But Alan always does my hair.Q: What does the woman imply?Section CConversation 1【录音】M: What can I do for you?W: I am looking for a skirt for summer.M: How do you like this skirt? It’s the latest design from New York.W: It’s pretty good. Could you tell me what it is made of?M: Linen. It’s ideal for summer.W: Can I try it on?M: Of course.W: I think it looks good on me. I’ll take it.11. What does the woman want to buy?12. What is the clothes made of?Conversation 2【录音】W: Fashion Furniture. Can I help you?M: Yes. I’d like to buy a set of sofas. Are they on sal e in your store?W: Yes, sir. We have a wide range of sofas on sale now.M: But I don’t know where you are. How can I get there from the Central Park?W: Well, we are on Main Road. Bus No. 6 stops right in front of our store.M: I see. One more question, what discount can you offer?W: Twenty percent. It’s a great chance for you, sir.M: Fine.W: Thank you, sir. We look forward to your coming.13. What furniture does the man want to buy?14. Where is the store located?15. What’s the discount offered by th e store?Section D【录音】Women’s fashions tend to change more rapidly than men’s. In the early 1900s, all women wore their skirts down to the ankle. Today, skirt length varies from floor-length to ten inches above the knee. Women’s shoes have also gone through all sorts of changes in the last seventy years. For example, boots for women were very common at the beginning of this century. Then, several years later, they were not considered fashionable. Today they are back in style again. While there have been some rapid changes in women’s clothing, most men still wear the traditional suits, jackets, shirts and ties.Unit 5Part I Listening ComprehensionSection A1.【录音】Shall we discuss the market plan tomorrow?2.【录音】Can I speak to your store manager?3.【录音】Do you know King of Glory, a new mobile game?4.【录音】How can I quit the game?5.【录音】How long have you played chess?Section B6.【录音】W: How about the downloads of the new mobile game?M: Very well.Q: What are the two speakers talking about?7.【录音】W: I don’t know how to use this game software.M: Why not ask John to help you?Q: What will the woman probably do?8.【录音】M: Where can I download this video game?W: Their official website.Q: What does the man want to know?9.【录音】M: What kind of games do you like?W: Mobile game.Q: What does the woman mean?10.【录音】W: John, you have played the game two hours today. It’s time you did something else.M: Okay.Q: What does the woman imply?Section CConversation 1【录音】M: What are you doing?W: I’m just trying to complete today’s crossword puzzle.M: You really like brain games that make you think, don’t you?W: Yes, I do. What kind of games do you like?M: I guess the games I like the most are the ones that I’m good at!11. What kind of games does the woman like?12. What kind of games does the man like?Conversation 2【录音】W: Hi, where have you been this afternoon? I couldn’t find you anywhere.M: I went to the Internet cafe.W: Internet cafe again! What are you busy with?M: I have been playing a very interesting game recently.W: It seems that you have spent the whole week there.M: It’s a massively multiplayer game with 3D graphics. It’s really exciting.W: I see. But you’d better not be addicted to it.M: OK, got it.13. Where did the man go this afternoon?14. What did the man do this afternoon?15. How long has the man played this game?Section D【录音】Building blocks are still one of the most popular traditional toys today. Their interesting design and easy use attract children of all ages. Most traditional toys, like building blocks, were first made of wood. Today, wooden building blocks are still used, but now there are several other types of building blocks to choose from, like plastic building blocks. Children build all kinds of things that they see in everyday life with building blocks. This gives them the chance to learn new things and life skills.Unit 6Part I Listening ComprehensionSection A1.【录音】Do you think you know yourself well?2.【录音】Do you want psychology class or business class?3.【录音】Can I borrow your book?4.【录音】May I have a word with you please?5.【录音】How is everything going, John?Section B6.【录音】M: I’m really impressed by your personality.W: Are you?Q: What impresses the man deeply?7.【录音】W: W hy isn’t July working here now?M: She changed another job last week.Q: What can we learn about July from the conversation?8.【录音】M: Good morning. I have an appointment with Doctor Black at 9:00?W: Please wait a moment. He is with another patient.Q: Where does this conversation most probably take place?9.【录音】M: Excuse me, how can I go to the manager’s office?W: I’m going there too. Follow me, please.Q: What does the woman mean?10.【录音】M: I have no idea of what color to paint my room.W: What about green? It’ll give you a sense of peace and quiet.Q: What does the woman suggest?Section CConversation 1【录音】M: Mary, you look tired. Did you have a busy day?W: I certainly did. I could go to sleep right here in the office.M: Why don’t you go home then?W: I’d love to, but I have a meeting this evening at 7:00.M: Oh, I forgot. Well, at least you can sit down for a while.W: If I sit down, I’ll never get up.M: It is just too much for you. You’ve got to take it easy.W: You’re right. Well, there is nothing special for tomorrow. Perhaps I’ll stay in bed and sleep late.11. Why didn’t Mary go home since she felt tired?12. What does the man advise Mary to do?Conversation 2【录音】M: Will you tell me something about yourself?W: OK. I have positive opinions to work and life, and I can work hard without any complaint.M: Which is more important to you, status or money?W: Status. Status is more important than money for me.M: Which do you think is good working condition?W: A good office environment.M: What is your best quality?W: Loyalty.M: What are your long-range goals?W: I want to be a good designer.13. Which is more important to the woman?14. What can we know of the woman?15. What’s the relationship of the man and the woman?Section D【录音】To know yourself is the beginning of wisdom. Not knowing yourself will lead to confusion and wasting much time.We tend to undervalue the importance of knowing ourselves. Many of us go through each day reacting to events and just getting by rather than making conscious choices based on who we are and what we want.When we don’t know where we are headed, it’s hard to set goals, get motivated and determine the best course of action. Before we can do any of these things we must establish who we are.期末测验Part I Listening ComprehensionSection A1.【录音】Hello, Mr. Smith. How was your journey?2.【录音】Can I take your name, please?3.【录音】Do you live on campus?4.【录音】Who will attend the conference?5.【录音】How is everything with you, Linda?6.【录音】Janet, may I have a word with you please?7.【录音】Shall we discuss our plan this afternoon?Section B8.【录音】M: Helen, why did you give up the job?W: It was too boring.Q: Why did Helen give up the job?9.【录音】W: What can I do for you, sir?M: I’m looking for sport shoes, size seven.Q: What does the man want to buy?10.【录音】W: Mike, what’s the matter with you?M: I’m not feeling well, I’ve caught a bad cold.Q: What can we learn about the man?11.【录音】W: Hello, GBS Company.M: I’m calling to ask about the after-sales service.Q: What is the man asking about?12.【录音】M: I often stay up late online.W: Better not, it’s no good for your health.Q: What does the woman think of staying up late online?13.【录音】M: Jean, how is your new job?W: Great, they offer a good salary.Q: What can we learn about the woman’s new job?14.【录音】M: Hi, Jean. How are things with you?W: Oh, I’m now working on a new project.Q: What’s the woman doing now?Section CConversation 1【录音】M: Excuse me, I’ve booked a room in your hotel for two nights.W: Your name, please?M: John Carson.W: Let me have a check… Yes, Mr. Carson, your room is ready.M: And where can I park my car?W: In our parking lot, just behind this building.M: I see.15. How long will the man stay at the hotel?16. Where is the parking lot?Conversation 2【录音】W: Hi, Tom. Can I have a talk with you?M: Sure, take a seat.W: Well, I really think I should have a pay raise.M: How long have you been working here?W: Five years, and I’ve now taken on more responsibilities.M: I see. I’ll discuss it with the HR manager first.17. What does the woman ask for?18. How many years has the woman been working in the company?19. What will the man probably do next?Section D【录音】Have you ever thought what keeps people happy in their work? We’ve recently carried out a survey. Of course, salary is important. Apart from salary, what else makes people happy with their jobs? Now please look at the chart. You can see the biggest factor is the opportunities to learn and grow. It represents 28 percent of the people we asked. And 20 percent of the people say the ability to achieve their goal is important. Our survey also shows that another two important factors are a good working relationship with co-workers and a good working condition.。
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1. I would like to introduce you to our General Manager, Ms. Wang. 2. In case you need me, my mobile phone number is 189-6332-7334. 3. Would you repeat your first name, please? 4. I’m the leader of the tour group from Canada. 5. May I have your boss’ name first?
16. M: What do you think? F: It’s really not my cup of tea; too modern and unusual. Q: What are they probably talking about?
17. F: Hi, Tom. I’m Laura. I met you in Chemistry class the other day. M: Oh, hi Laura. I remember you. I’m going to listen to a lecture by Prof. White. Will you be there, too? Q: Where does the conversation take place?
学术综合英语听力原文
学术综合英语听力原文听力文章内容：In today's class, we will be discussing academic integrated listening, which is an important part of language proficiency. Academic integrated listening refers to the ability to understand and analyze a variety of academic materials and courses through language, including the language used in academic papers, conferences, and other related activities.When it comes to academic integrated listening, the ability to understand the language used in different academic fields is particularly important. For example, the language used in the field of science is different from that used in the field of humanities. Therefore, it is essential to have a good knowledge of language in order to understand and analyze academic materials effectively.In addition to language proficiency, academic integrated listening also requires good cognitive and analytical skills. You need to be able to quickly identify important information, distinguish between relevant and irrelevant information, and apply the knowledge gained to analyze and solve problems.To improve your academic integrated listening ability, you can read academic papers in English and take notes on the main points. You can also listen to English-speaking radio programs or podcasts related to yourfield of interest, which will help you familiarize yourself with the language used in different academic fields. In addition, you can attend academic conferences and other related events to improve your ability to understand and analyze academic materials.Finally, remember that improving your academic integrated listening ability requires time and effort. It is not a process that can be completed overnight, but with regular practice and attention, you can achieve significant improvement in your language proficiency and cognitive skills.。
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全新版大学英语3综合教程听力原文及答案第三册Unit 1Part BText 1Dating with My Mother (Part One)After 22 years of marriage, I have discovered the secret to keep love alive in my relationship with my wife, Peggy. I started dating with another woman.It was Peggy's idea. One day she said to me, 'Life is too short, you need to spend time with the people you love. You probably won't believe me, but I know you love her and I think that if the two of you spend more time together, it will make us closer.'The 'other' woman my wife was encouraging me to date is my mother, a 72-year-old widow who has lived alone since my father died 20 years ago. Right after his death, I moved 2,500 miles away to California and started my own life and career. When I moved back near my hometown six years ago, I promised myself that I would spend more time with mom. But with the demands of my job and three kids, I never got around to seeing her much beyond family get-togethers and holidays.Mom was surprised and suspicious when I called and suggested the two of us go out to dinner and a movie.'What's wrong?' she asked.'I thought it would be nice to spend some time with you,' I said. 'Just the two of us.''I would like that a lot,' she said.When I pulled into her driveway, she was waiting by the door with her coat on. Her hair was curled, and she was smiling. 'I told my lady friends I was going out with my son, and they were all impressed. They can't wait to hear about our evening,' Mother said.Questions:1. What would make the speaker closer to his wife, Peggy?2. What do you know about the speaker's mother?3. Which of the following adjectives best describes Peggy?Text 2Dating with My Mother (Part Two)We didn't go anywhere fancy, just a neighborhood place where we could talk. Since her eyes now see only large shapes and shadows, I had to read the menu for both of us.'I used to be the reader when you were little,' she said.'Then it is time for you to relax and let me return the favor,' I said.We had a nice talk over dinner, just catching up on each other's lives. We talked for so long that we missed the movie.'I'll go out with you again,' my mother said as I dropped her off, 'but only if you let me buy dinner next time.'I agreed.'How was your date?' my wife asked when I got home that evening.'Nice...nicer than I thought it would be,' I said.Mom and I get out for dinner a couple of times a month. Sometimes we take in a movie, butmostly we talk. I tell her about my trails at work and brag about the kids and Peggy. Mom fills me in on family gossip and tells me about her past. Now I know what it was like for her to work in a factory during the Second World War. I know how she met my father there, and know how they went through the difficult times. I can't get enough of these stories. They are important to me, a part of my history. We also talk about the future. Because of health problems, my mother worries about the days ahead.Spending time with my mom has taught me the importance of slowing down. Peggy was right. Dating another woman has helped my marriage.Questions:1. What does the story mainly tell us?2. Which of the following is true?3. What can you learn from the story?Part CConversation 1:W: You know, many American parents are now wondering why they can't keep their teenage children from drinking.M: I'm aware of that. To my mind, it's the permissive attitude of the parents that is to blame.Q: What can you learn from the man's response?Conversation 2:M: Don't you think it's good to give our children a monthly allowance?W: I think so. It can teach them the value of money. With a monthly allowance they can learn to budget their expenses wisely.Q: What are they talking about?Conversation 3:M: Mom, I've got a part-time job at a supermarket. Three hours a day weekdays and all day Saturday.W: Congratulations, Tom. But are you sure you can handle it? What about your homework and your piano lessons?Q: How does the mother feel about Tom's part-time job at the supermarket?Conversation 4:M: Hey, Mary. You look so upset. What happened?W: My father had an accident the other day. He is now in hospital and will have an operationtomorrow. You see, his heart is rather weak. I really don't know whether he can survive it.Q: What's the woman worried about?Conversation 5:W : Mother's Day is coming soon. Could you tell me what sons and daughters do in your country on that day?M: Well, they send their mothers flowers and cards to celebrate the occasion. Besides, it is a common practice for them to wear pink carnations on that day.Q: Which of the following is true of the customs of Mother's Day in the man's country?Unit 2Part BText1What a Coincidence! (Part One)Andrew had always wanted to be a doctor. But the tuition for a medical school in 1984 was 15,000 dollars a year, which was more than his family could afford. To help him realize his dream, his father, Mr. Stewart, a real estate agent, began searching the house-for-sale ads in newspapers in order to find extra business. One advertisement that he noted down was for the sale of a house in a nearby town. Mr. Stewart called the owner, trying to persuade him to let him be his agent. Somehow he succeeded and the owner promised that he would come to him if he failed to get a good deal with his present agent. Then they made an appointment to meet and discuss the thing.As good things are never easy to acquire, the time for the appointment had to be changed almost ten times. On the day when they were supposed to meet at 3 o'clock in the afternoon, Mr. Stewart received another call from the owner. His heart sank as he feared there would be another change of time. And so it was. The owner told him that he couldn't make it at three but if he would come right then, they could talk it over. Mr. Stewart was overjoyed. Leaving everything aside, he immediately set out to drive to the house.As he approached the area, he had a strange feeling of having been there before. The streets, the trees, the neighborhood, all looked familiar to him. And when he finally reached the house, something clicked in his mind. It used to be the house of his father-in-law! The old man had died fifteen years ago but when he was alive, he had often visited him with his wife and children. He remembered that, like his son Andrew, his father-in-law had also wanted to study medicine and, failing to do so, had always hoped that one of his two daughters or his grandchildren could someday become a doctor.Questions:1. Who are the two main characters in the story you have just heard?2. How did Mr. Stewart get to know the owner of the house?3. What problem did Mr. Stewart have?4. What is the coincidence in the story you have just heard?Text2What a Coincidence! (Part Two)When he entered the house, Mr. Stewart was even more amazed to find that the house was decorated exactly as he had remembered it. He told the owner about this and the latter became intrigued too. However, they were in for even greater surprises. It so happened that in the middle of their discussion, a postman came to deliver a letter. And the letter was addressed to Mr. Stewart's father-in-law! Were it not for Mr. Stewart's presence there and then, the letter would be returned as no person of that name lived in the house any longer. As the postman demanded a signature on the receipt slip, Mr. Stewart signed for his long-deceased father-in-law. Mystified, the owner urged Mr. Stewart to open the letter and see what it contained. The letter was from a bank. When he opened it, two words immediately met his eye -- 'For education'. It was a bank statement of an amount his father-in-law had put in years ago for his grandchildren's education needs. With the interest it had earned over the years, the standing value of the amount came to a little over $15,000, just enough money to cover the tuition of Andrew's first year at a medical college!Another thing that is worth mentioning is about the postman. The original postman, who had worked in this neighborhood, called in sick that day. So the postman, who was new to the area, came to deliver mail in his place. Had it been the old postman, the letter would undoubtedly be returned to the sender as he knew full well that no person bearing that name lived in that house any longer.The miracle was a blessing for Andrew. With the money given to him by his grandfather he was able to study medicine. Now he is a doctor in Illinois.Statements:1. Several coincidences happened in the story.2. The coincidences made it possible for the owner to sell his house at a good price.3. No one actually benefited from the coincidences.4. It can be inferred that Mr. Stewart did not have to seek extra work from then on.5. With the extra money Mr. Stewart had earned, Andrew's dream finally came true.Part CDad Stops for Gas, Finds Lost SonNueng Garcia was the son of an American serviceman stationed in Thailand in 1969. But his father went back to the States when Nueng was only three months old. When he grew up Nueng immigrated to the United States and worked as a gas station clerk in Pueblo, Colorado. His dream was to find his father John Garcia. Year after year, he tried in vain to search for information about the whereabouts of his father.It was a fine day in Pueblo. There was not a cloud in the blue sky. But for him, it was just another day on the job. Suddenly he noticed the name of one customer who paid with a check. The man, who was in his fifties, had the same surname as his own. Nueng raised his head from the check and looked at the man. Could this be his father?"Are you John Garcia?" he asked."Yes," came the answer."Were you ever in the Air Force?""Yes.""Were you ever in Thailand?""What's that to do with you?" answered the man, who became suspicious by then."Were you or were you not?" Nueng persisted."Yes.""Did you ever have a son?"At this truth dawned on the man. They stared at each other and realized at the same moment that they were father and son who were separated 27 years ago and half a world away.John Garcia hadn't seen his son since 1969. He lost touch with Nueng's mother when she started seeing another man. He moved to Pueblo nine years ago. He said he never went to that gas station, wasn't even low on gas that day and hardly ever paid with a check.Statements:1. Nueng's parents divorced when he was only 3 months old.2. After moving to the U.S.A., Nueng worked at a gas station in Colorado.3. Nueng never gave up his efforts to find his father, but John Garcia had never looked for his son.4. One day while at work Nueng's eyes fell on the photo of a customer's driver's license, and the man in the photo looked like his father.5. John Garcia was once in the U.S. Air Force stationed in Thailand.6. John Garcia and his son didn't meet each other again until 1996.7. Nueng's father said he often went to that gas station but never paid with a check.8. It was by coincidence that John Garcia and his son were reunited after many years of separation.Unit 3Part BText 1A Marriage Agreement (Part One)(Tom and Linda have signed a marriage agreement. Both agree not to break the rules outlined in the agreement. John, a reporter, is talking to them about the agreement.)John: Tom, Linda, first I'd like to ask you why you decided to write this unusual agreement. Tom: We found that many problems are caused when a person has different expectations from his or her spouse. We wanted to talk about everything openly and honestly before we started living together.Linda: Also we both know how important it is to respect each other's pet peeves. Like, I can get very annoyed if others leave stuff -- clothing, papers, everything! -- lying around on the floor. It really bugged me, so we put that in the agreement.John: This is mentioned in Article 1: Cleaning Up, isn't it? It says, "Nothing will be left on the floor overnight. Everything must be cleaned up and put away before going to bed."Tom: Then I'll know clearly what Linda's expectations are.John: I see. What about Article 2: Sleeping? It says, "We will go to bed at 11 p.m. and get up at 6:30 a.m. except on weekends." I'm sure some people hearing this will think that this agreement isn't very romantic.Tom: Well, we disagree. We think it's very romantic. This agreement shows that we sat down and talked, and really tried to understand the other person. A lot of problems occur in a marriage when people don't talk about what they want.Linda: That's right. When we disagreed about something, we worked out a solution that was good for both of us. I would much rather have Tom really listen to me and understand my needs than give me a bunch of flowers or a box of candy.Questions:1. Which statement best summarizes the marriage agreement between Tom and Linda?2. According to Tom, what will give rise to problems in a marriage?3. What can be inferred about Linda from the conversation?Text 2A Marriage Agreement (Part Two)John: Linda, do you spend a lot of time checking to see if the other person is following the rules? Arguing?Linda: No, not at all.Tom: A lot of couples argue because they don't understand each other's expectations. I think we spend less time arguing than most couples because we both know what the other person expects. John: What happens if one of you breaks a rule?Tom: Well, that's in Article 13 of our agreement.John: Is it? Oh yes, Article 13: Breaking Rules. "If you break a rule, you must apologize and do something nice for the other person to make it up."Linda: Yeah, like last time Tom broke the rule of driving.John: What's the rule?Linda: The rule is we must ask for directions if we are driving and get lost for more than five minutes.John: What happened?Tom: We were driving to a friend's wedding, and we got lost. Linda wanted to stop at a gas station to ask for directions, but I thought I could figure it out.Linda: Then we drove forty miles in the wrong direction and ended up being late for the wedding. Tom: So I took her out to dinner. I knew what I should do to apologize.John: That's very important, I think, knowing how to apologize. By the way, do you plan to update your agreement at all? What if things change in your life and a rule doesn't work anymore? Linda: We've thought about that too. Article 14 states that we must review this agreement once a year and make necessary changes.John: Well, it was really nice talking to you both. Thank you very much for your time.Tom & Linda: Thank you.Statements:1. Tom and Linda never argue because they both know what the other person expects.2. Once Tom broke Article 14 and apologized to Linda by taking her out to dinner.3. If some of the rules in the marriage agreement become outdated, changes will be made to update them.4. It seems that both Tom and Linda are satisfied with their marriage agreement.Part CA Perfect MatchAre you looking for a good relationship with someone special? What type of person is the best person for you? Is it the person with the highest IQ? Is it the most beautiful or most handsome person? How about the richest person or the most ambitious? Is your ideal partner the most traditional or the most modern person? Is he or she the person most like you, or most unlike you?The answer, psychologists say, is none of the above. Why? Because they are all extremes. In a number of research studies, psychologists asked couples these questions. The answers were clear. Most people are happy with moderation -- with partners who are not the most or the best (or the least or the worst). People are more comfortable with partners who are not so special.The research showed several other important things. In a love relationship, two things can cause trouble. First, trouble happens when both people get angry quickly. This is not surprising. Second, trouble happens when people don't expect to change themselves in a relationship. Do you stay calm when you disagree with someone? Are you ready to change yourself? If you can tolerate disagreement and are willing to change, maybe you are ready for a serious relationship.Statements:1. The passage implies that the perfect match for you is a person who is most unlike you.2. The author argues that the most beautiful or most handsome person may not be your perfect partner.3. Moderate person, that is, the partners who are not the most or the best can be your perfect match.4. The research showed that an extreme love relationship between the two can cause trouble.5. The passage states that the anger is one of the causes that lead to the breakup of a love relationship.6. The perfect match lies in the people's attitudes to tolerate disagreement and be willing to change in a relationship.Unit 4Part BText 1Being a Police Officer Is a Stressful JobInterviewer: Welcome to our program, Sam.Sam: Thank you.Interviewer: Sam, how long have you been a police officer?Sam: I've been a police officer for thirty years.Interviewer: Thirty years. And you've had different types of assignments on the police force, I guess.Sam: Yeah, I've done everything from patrol to undercover work to detective work, and now I'm supervising investigations.Interviewer: Sam, I think most people would say that being a police officer is a very stressful job. Would you agree?Sam: Yes, it's definitely a stressful job. But it depends on your assignment.Interviewer: So, what's probably the most stressful assignment you can have?Sam: I'd say patrol is the most stressful assignment.Interviewer: That's interesting! In what way?Sam: Well, I guess the biggest part of the stress is the fear factor -- the fear of the unknown. Interviewer: What do you mean, Sam?Sam: Well, in patrol work, you don't know from moment to moment who you are talking to or what their reaction is going to be to justify your presence. Let's say, for example, a patrol officer stops someone for a traffic violation. It seems as though that would be a very low-stress situation. Interviewer: Yes, it is a very low-stress situation.Sam: But the truth is, there are more police officers injured during a routine stop.Interviewer: Really?Sam: Really! That's why all police officers are taught from the very beginning to be aware of their surroundings. People back over policemen, people shoot policemen, people jump out at policemen -- different kinds of things. So that's probably the most stressful time.Interviewer: I see. Let's take a break and then we'll move on to our next topic.Sam: All right.Questions:1. What's the relationship between the two speakers?2. What does Sam mainly talk about?3. What do you know about Sam?Text 2Stress ReducersInterviewer: Sam, you've talked about the police officers' stressful time. Now let's move on to the next topic. So far as I know, there's a connection between stress and illness. Do you think that there's a higher percentage of illness among police officers than in the general population? I mean, do they get more colds or anything? Is this really true?Sam: Yes, it is, and the stress level not only manifests itself in daily health -- whether or not you've feeling well on any given day. It also manifests itself in things like ulcers, heart disease -- police officers tend to have a higher rate of heart disease and ulcers than people in other professions.Interviewer: Really? That's documented?Sam: Yes, it's documented. And also the divorce rate among police officers is much higher. Interviewer: Is there something that the police department does to help you deal with this stress? Sam: Yes, there are several programs that most police departments have in place. One is an exercise program where some part of your day is spent on some type of physical exercise. They've found that's a great stress reducer. Besides, there's also a psychological program with counseling for officers to help them reduce their stress. And there are several discussion groups as well. They've found that sometimes just sitting around and talking about the stress with other officers helps to reduce it. So, those things are available.Interviewer: And what do you do, personally, to help you deal with the stress of your job, Sam? Sam: Well, during the baseball season, I'm the biggest baseball fanatic, and I will either be reading about baseball, or listening to baseball, or watching baseball. Another thing I try to do is to get some sort of exercise every day. And then I work hard at keeping up my personal relationships, especially my relationship with my wife. Fortunately I get along very well with my wife. When Icome back home, I can talk about my day with her, and then just forget about it.Statements:1. The dialogue is mainly about how police officers can deal with stress.2. According to Sam, most police officers enjoy good health.3. According to Sam, the divorce rate among police officers is higher than among people in other jobs.4. Counseling is the most effective program to help police officers relieve stress.5. Sam knows how to reduce his stress.Part CShort Conversations1. M: You look so nervous, Rose. Are you all right?W: Frankly speaking, I'm on pins and needles. I have to give a presentation to a group of important visitors this afternoon.Q: Why does Rose feel nervous?2. M: You look so upset, Sue. What's worrying you?W: My son Jack made me extremely unhappy. He seems to be playing video games all the time. Whenever I talk to him he turns a deaf ear to me.Q: What's the woman's problem?3. W: David, you don't look happy. Anything wrong?M: Well, you know, my mother died three years ago. And since then my father has lived in an apartment on his own and has very few friends.Q: What is David worrying about?4. W: Michael, I don't know what has happened to Mother. Her memory seems to be going. I have to remind her of almost everything.M: Don't worry, Mary. She's just getting old.Q: What do you know about Mary?5. W: I'm worried about sending my son Peter to college. You see, nowadays many college students behave rather strangely. They don't seem to be interested in their studies.M: Just a few. Most students still concentrate on their studies.Q: What can you infer from the man's response?Unit 5Part BText 1AshleyAshley was reading a magazine when she came across an article about antibiotics and other drugs discovered in European rivers and tap water. If such drugs were present there, she reasoned, they might also be found near her home in West Virginia.Ashley feared that antibiotics in the waters could lead to resistant bacteria, or supergerms, which can kill untold numbers of people.The girl, then 16, began testing her area's river -- the Ohio. With a simple device she herself had designed, she collected 350 water samples from the Ohio and its tributaries over ten weeks. Reading scientific journals, she taught herself to analyze the samples. It was the most scientifically sound project for someone her age.Her experiment, one of the first of its kind in the United States, showed that low levels of three antibiotics are indeed present in local waters. Ashley's study won the International Stockholm Junior Water Prize, a virtual Nobel Prize for teenagers. She received a $5,000 scholarship and an audience with Sweden's Crown Princess Victoria.Her interest in science was sparked by walks in the woods with her mother. But it was the day-to-day stuff -- how water comes to the tap, how rain sticks to glass, that most fascinated her. "Science is not a dead thing," she says. "It's happening all around us."By the sixth grade, she was winning at science fairs. She has won $70,000 in prize money, which she has put aside for college. She plans to attend Harvard University. "I want to make my own discoveries, and not just read about what others have done," she said. Her teachers predict that she will one day win a Nobel Prize.Statements:1. Ashley lives in the state of Virginia.2. Antibiotics in streams and rivers can lead to the emergence of supergerms.3. Bacteria found in European local waters and tap water have killed countless people.4. Using simple equipment designed by herself, Ashley collected 350 water samples in ten weeks.5. Ashley's experiment proved that antibiotics did exist in the Ohio River.6. Ashley developed a strong interest in science when she was in her sixth grade.7. Ashley wants to make discoveries by herself and knows how to make use of what she has read.8. The International Stockholm Junior Water Prize is a Nobel Prize for teenagers.9. Ashley got a $5,000 scholarship from Harvard University.10. Ashley can be regarded as a role model for young people.Text 2Young People Say No to SmokingOn February 16, 2001, the teens from a youth group called REBEL launched their advertising campaign at the Liberty Science Center in New Jersey. By now just about everybody has heard the "Not for Sale" commercial on television and the radio against tobacco companies. What many people don't know is that teenagers from West New York and across New Jersey worked on various aspects of the campaign, and even appeared in some of the advertisements. The campaign organizer thought it would be better than using actors if actual REBEL members were in thecommercials.REBEL, which stands for Reaching Everybody by Exposing Lies, is a statewide youth initiative against tobacco companies. The movement, which began in November last year, carries the message that teens no longer want to be targeted by tobacco companies in their advertisements. Knowing that peer pressure on teens to smoke or do drugs is one of the biggest problems that teens face, the group is working hard to ensure that their message reaches all teenagers at New Jersey schools.When the group was first formed, there were only five members, all eighth grade students. But by this summer the group had grown to close to 90 members. At a recent recruiting party, a pizza and pool party, at the West New York swimming pool, more than 50 new members were attracted to the group."We don't think that too many people would be interested," said Jackie, one of its founding members. "But everyone knows our message. They know who we are now."Questions:1. When did REBEL launch their advertising campaign?2. How many members did REBEL have by the summer of 2001?3. Who are the members of REBEL?4. What did REBEL do for their campaign against tobacco companies?5. What did REBEL do recently?Part CSkatescootersIn Hong Kong these days, you will often see people riding skatescooters in the streets. Depending on which way you look at them, they can be great for performing tricks or are just the latest fashionable commodity. Fung is one of the more experienced skatescooter riders, as he has been practising his technique for about a year. His curly hair and baggy jeans show his devotion to street fashion and being comfortable. He has a deep passion for and understanding of this sport."I started riding skatescooter a year ago, but at that time there was no one to share the experience with or learn new tricks from," he explained. "Now that it has caught on and more people take part in it, it is more enjoyable."Most of the best brands of skatescooters are made in Switzerland and began to be imported to Hong Kong in 1999. No one took much notice of them, however, until they became popular in Japan. When people saw skatescooters in Japanese magazines they were soon trying to buy them in Hong Kong. Very quickly Hong Kong had its own group of skatescooter riders and the number is still growing.However, not all who enjoy skatescooters regard riding them as a sport. For some people they are simply a quick way to get from home to the underground or from a bus stop to the office. As they can be folded up without difficulty and are easy to carry about, they have become popular with a variety of people from school students to business executives.Statements:1. Skatescooters are very popular in Hong Kong. You'll find riders performing tricks on skatescooters in the streets.2. Fung is the person who introduced skatescooters to Hong Kong.。
21世纪大学实用英语综合教程第一册听力答案及原文（1-4单元）
Unit 1Listening & SpeakingIntroducing Yourself1. Directions: You’re going to meet two new college students. Listen to them talkabout themselves and fill in the blanks with the missinginformation.Hello! My name is Zhang Hong and I’m eighteen years old. I come from a small town in Hebei. It’s a nice place with a big lake and many small hills. Both my parents are doctors. I’m the only child in the family.I’m very happy to study with you here at this college. I hope we’ll be good friendsHi! I’m Li Qiang and I’m nineteen. I come from Tianjin. I like music and dancing very much. I listen to music every day and often go to a dancing party on weekends. I enjoy studying English very much. I’m very happy to have the opportunity to study English with you. I’m sure we’ll get along and become good friends.2. Directions: Now introduce yourself to your class telling them your name, yourage, where you come from, when you began to learn English andwhat you like to do on weekends.Getting to Know People1). Directions: Before you listen to the first conversation, read the following wordsand expressions which may be new to you.by the way 顺便问一下，顺便谈一下department 系major 主修科目，专业management 管理terrific 极好的，了不起的come on 快；走吧Directions: Listen to the conversation twice and fill in the blanks with the missing Words.Li Ming:We’re having great weather, aren’t we?W ang Ying: We sure are. By the way, I’m Wang Ying.Li Ming:Hello. My name is Li Ming.W ang Ying: Which department are you in, Li Ming?Li Ming: I’m in the Department of Computer Science. I’m from Beijing.W ang Ying: Really? I am glad to meet you! I’m also from Beijing. My major is Hotel Management.Li Ming: That’s terrific. My classmate Jun Jun is over there. She’s fromShanghai. Come on, I’d like you to meet her.Directions: Now listen to the conversation again and answer the following questions1. Which department is Li Ming in?He is in the Department of Computer Science.2. Where is Li Ming from?He is from Beijing.3. Which department is Wang Ying in?She is in the Department of Hotel Management.4. Where is Wang Ying from?She is also from Beijing.5. What does Li Ming want Wang Ying to do?He wants her to meet his classmate Jun Jun.2). Directions: Before you listen to the second conversation, read the followingwords which may be new to you.apartment 房间baggage 行李upstairs 往楼上Directions: Listen to the conversation twice and fill in the blanks with the missing words.Li Ming:Jun Jun, I’d like you to meet my new friend Wang Ying.Jun Jun:It’s a pleasure to meet you, Wang Ying. My name is Zhang Xiaojun, but everybody calls me Jun Jun.W ang Ying: How do you do, Jun Jun?Jun Jun:How do you do?Li Ming:Wang Ying is in the Department of Hotel Management. She is from Beijing and has just arrived.Jun Jun: So you two come from the same city, don’t you?Li Ming & W ang Ying: Y es.Jun Jun:Have you found your apartment, Wang Ying?W ang Ying: Yes, I’ve been told it’s on the 3rd floor of this building.Jun Jun:That’s good. Let me help you carry the baggage upstairs.W ang Ying:Oh, no, thank you. I can do it myself.Jun Jun:If there’s anything we can do for you, we’ll be happy to help.W ang Ying: Thank you very much. I’ll ask for help when I need it.Directions: Now listen to the conversation again and answer the following questions.1. What is Jun Jun’s real name?Her real name is Zhang Xiaojun.2. Of the three people talking to each other, which two come from the same city?Wang Ying and Li Ming come from the same city.3. Where is Wang Ying’s apartment?Her apartment is on the 3rd floor of that building.4. What does Jun Jun want to help Wang Ying do?She wants to help Wang Ying carry her baggage upstairs.5. What will Wang Ying do if she is in need of help?If she is in need of help, she will ask Jun Jun for it.4. Directions: Form a dialogue with one of your classmates, telling each other yournames, where you come from, your majors and your departments.You can use the sentences given below.Which department are you in?What’s your major?Where do you come from?My major is …I’m glad to meet you!It’s a pleasure to meet you.How do you do?Listening Practice5. Directions: Listen to people speaking and decide what they are talking about.1. W: By the way, what’s the weather like in your hometown?M: It’s not as hot as here and it often rains.A) Study. B) College.C) Weather.D) Hometown.2. M: Y ou mean, you are afraid of mathematics?W: A little bit. It’s too difficult for me and sometimes I think I should give it up.A) Weather.B) Study.C) Hobby (业余爱好) . D) Exercise.3. W: What do you like to do for exercise?M: Swimming. How about you?A) Exercise.B) Weather.C) Study. D) Courses.4. M: How long have you known Jun Jun?W: I’ve known her for more than three years. We are from the same high school and we are now in the same department.A) School. B) Classmate.C) Department. D) Study.5. W: What did you think of the final exam?M: I’d thought it would be easy, but at the end of the first hour, I was still on the first page.A) Hobby. B) Courses.C) College. D) Exam.6. Directions: Listen to the following questions and choose the appropriate answers.1. Hi, Bill, what do you think of the math lesson?A) Sorry, I don’t know. B) It starts at eight.C) Yes, I like it. D) It’s very interesting.2. Excuse me. Where’s the Chinese Department?A) It’s over there.B) Y es, thank you.C) It’s very nice. D) No, sorry.3. I’m a student in the Computer Department. I major in Computer Science. Areyou a freshman, too?A) I’m in the Physics Department.B) Yes, I am.C) No. I’m not majoring in Computer Science.D) Y es. We’re in the same department.4. Excuse me. Where could I find any English dictionaries?A) In the park. B) In my pocket.C) On the third floor of the shop.D) It’s 9:30.5. How did you get on in your exam?A) Y es, I did. B) Y es, of course.C) No, I didn’t. D) Oh, I failed.7. Directions: Listen to the following short dialogues and choose the appropriateanswers.1. W: How much are the tickets?M: They are $13 each and $25 for two.Q: How much will the woman pay for one ticket?A) $25. B) $13.C) $30. D) $26.2. W: May I have my bill, please?M: Y es, here you are. $17.4.Q: How much does the woman have to pay?A) $70.4. B) $14.7.C) $17.4. D) $14.3. W: I thought that these flowers cost 4 dollars.M: They used to, but the price’s gone up 50 cents.Q: How much do these flowers cost now?4. M: Y ou speak English very well. How long have you been learning thelanguage?W: I’ve been learning English for about six and a half years.Q: How long has the woman been learning English?A) Five years. B) Six and a half years.C) Six years. D) Half a year.5. M: The book costs $14, but I only have $10. Could you lend me some money?W: It’s my pleasure.Q: How much money does the man need to borrow from the woman?A) $4. B) $10.C) $40. D) $30.8. Directions: Listen to the following short talk and fill in the blanks with themissing words. The talk is spoken twice.People go to college for many reasons. Some go to college to find out who they are and what they want to become. Others go to college to follow their dreams.For me, going to college gives me the opportunity to have new experiences. At college I have to organize my time and the way I spend my time. I also have to take care of myself. What I like best here is that I can make full use of the library, which has so many books, newspapers and magazines.Becoming a college student has also given me the opportunity to meet many friends. Here I have new classmates from different places. I have not only made friends with them, but have also learnt a lot from them.The most important reason for me to be a college student is to follow my dream. All my life I have dreamed of becoming a good teacher. I like children and I want to make a living by teaching.9. Directions: Listen to the talk again and then answer the following questionsorally.1. Why do people go to college?Some go to college to find out who they are and what they want to become.Others go to college to follow their dreams.2. Why does the speaker go to college?He goes to college to have new experiences.3. What does the speaker like best about college?He can make full use of the library that has so many books, newspapers and magazines.4. What is the speaker’s most important reason for going to college?The most important reason is to follow his dream.5. What is the speaker’s dream?His dream is to become a good teacher.Unit TwoListening & Speaking1. Directions: A librarian is going to provide you with some information about theuse of the library. Listen to the short talk carefully and fill in theblanks with the missing words.This is our library. It’s well stocked(藏书). It’s open seven days a week. Y ou can borrow all the books in the library except the rarest(珍奇的) ones, or those must be read only here. Y ou can borrow them for several days to several months, but must return them by their due dates, or you’ll be charged(罚款) for overdue(过期的) books. It’s bad from(行为) to write in public books or mistreat (破坏) them in any way. To use the library, you will have to show your student ID(学生证). By the way, you can go online(上网) here in the library or read your textbooks in the reading-room in the evening. Enjoy your reading.2. Directions: Now help one of your classmates to use the library for the first time.Try to use the language you have just learned in Exercise 1.3. Expressing Willingness to Help1). Directions: Before you listen to the first conversation, read the followingwords and expressions which may be new to you.Straightforward 简单的enter 输入terminal (电脑)终端author 作者periodical 杂志title 书名accounting 会计wow (表示惊奇、钦佩,欢乐)哇click on 点击database 数据库I got it. 明白了。
全新版大学英语3听力教程原文及答案第三册
全新版大学英语3综合教程听力原文及答案第三册Unit 1 Part B Text 1 Dating with My Mother (Part One) After 22 years of marriage, I have discovered the secret to keep love alive in my relationship with my wife, Peggy. I started dating with another woman. It was Peggy's idea. One day she said to me, 'Life is too short, you need to spend time with the people you love. You probably won't believe me, but I know you love her and I think that if the two of you spend more time together, it will make us closer.' The 'other' woman my wife was encouraging me to date is my mother, a 72-year-old widow who has lived alone since my father died 20 years ago. Right after his death, I moved 2,500 miles away to California and started my own life and career. When I moved back near my hometown six years ago, I promised myself that I would spend more time with mom. But with the demands of my my job job job and and and three three three kids, kids, kids, I I I never never never got got got around around around to to to seeing seeing seeing her her her much much much beyond beyond beyond family family family get-togethers get-togethers get-togethers and and holidays. Mom was surprised and suspicious when I called and suggested the two of us go out to dinner and a movie. 'What's wrong?' she asked. 'I thought it would be nice to spend some time with you,' I said. 'Just the two of us.' 'I would like that a lot,' she said. When I pulled into her driveway, she was waiting by the door with her coat on. Her hair was curled, and she was smiling. 'I told my lady friends I was going out with my son, and they were all impressed. They can't wait to hear about our evening,' Mother said. Questions: 1. What would make the speaker closer to his wife, Peggy? 2. What do you know about the speaker's mother? 3. Which of the following adjectives best describes Peggy? Text 2 Dating with My Mother (Part Two) We didn't go anywhere fancy, just a neighborhood place where we could talk. Since her eyes now see only large shapes and shadows, I had to read the menu for both of us. 'I used to be the reader when you were little,' she said. 'Then it is time for you to relax and let me return the favor,' I said. We had a nice talk over dinner, just catching up on each other's lives. We talked for so long that we missed the movie. 'I'll go out with you again,' my mother said as I dropped her off, 'but only if you let me buy dinner next time.' I agreed. 'How was your date?' my wife asked when I got home that evening. 'Nice...nicer than I thought it would be,' I said. Mom and I get out for dinner a couple of times a month. Sometimes we take in a movie, but mostly we talk. I tell her about my trails at work and brag about the kids and Peggy. Mom fills me in on family gossip and tells me about her past. Now I know what it was like for her to work in a factory during the Second World War. I know how she met my father there, and know how they went through the difficult times. I can't get enough of these stories. They are important to me, a part of my history. We also talk about the future. Because of health problems, my mother worries about the days ahead. Spending time with my mom has taught me the importance of slowing down. Peggy was right. Dating another woman has helped my marriage. Questions: 1. What does the story mainly tell us? 2. Which of the following is true? 3. What can you learn from the story? Part C Conversation 1: W: W: Y ou Y ou know, know, know, many many many American American American parents parents parents are are are now now now wondering wondering wondering why why why they they they can't can't can't keep keep keep their their their teenage teenage children from drinking. M: I'm aware of that. To my mind, it's the permissive attitude of the parents that is to blame. Q: What can you learn from the man's response? Conversation 2: M: Don't you think it's good to give our children a monthly allowance? W: I think so. It can teach them the value of money. With a monthly allowance they can learn to budget their expenses wisely. Q: What are they talking about? Conversation 3: M: M: Mom, Mom, Mom, I've I've I've got got got a a a part-time part-time part-time job job job at at at a a a supermarket. supermarket. supermarket. Three Three Three hours hours hours a a a day day day weekdays weekdays weekdays and and and all all all day day Saturday. W: Congratulations, Tom. But are you sure you can handle it? What about your homework and your piano lessons? Q: How does the mother feel about Tom's part-time job at the supermarket? Conversation 4: M: Hey, Mary. You look so upset. What happened? W: W: My My My father father father had had had an an an accident accident accident the the the other other other day. day. day. He He He is is is now now now in in in hospital hospital hospital and and and will will will have have have an an an operation operation tomorrow. You see, his heart is rather weak. I really don't know whether he can survive it. Q: What's the woman worried about? Conversation 5: W : Mother's Day is coming soon. Could you tell me what sons and daughters do in your country on that day? M: M: Well, Well, Well, they they they send send send their their their mothers mothers mothers flowers flowers flowers and and and cards cards cards to to to celebrate celebrate celebrate the the the occasion. occasion. occasion. Besides, Besides, Besides, it it it is is is a a common practice for them to wear pink carnations on that day. Q: Which of the following is true of the customs of Mother's Day in the man's country? Part D My First Job My parents ran a small restaurant. It was open twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week. My first job was shining shoes for customers when I was six years old. My duties increased as I grew older. By age ten I was clearing tables and washing plates. My father made it clear that I had to meet certain standards. I had to be on time, hard-working and polite to the customers. I was never paid for any work I did. One day I made the mistake of telling Dad I thought he should give me ten pounds a week. He said, "OK, then how about you paying me for the three meals a day when you eat here and for the times you bring your friends here for free drinks?" He figured I owed him about 40 pounds a week. This taught me quite a lot. Statements: 1. The speaker had more than one responsibility at his parents' restaurant. 2. The speaker's parents kept their business open around the clock. 3. It can be inferred that the speaker's family lived in the United States. 4. It seems that the speaker's father was very strict with him but quite kind to his friends. 5. The father finally agreed to pay his child for his work but would deduct the cost of his meals. 6. This story shows that the speaker has very unhappy memories of his childhood. 重点单词及词组重点单词及词组Part B relationship 关系 encouraging 奖励的奖励的widow 寡妇 demands of 要求要求curled 卷曲的 suspicious 可疑的可疑的driveway 车道 got around to 抽出时间（做某事）抽出时间（做某事）Part C Wondering 显出惊奇 teenage 年青的年青的be aware of 知道 attitude 态度态度permissive 许可的 to one’s mind 根据某人的意见根据某人的意见allowance 津贴，零用钱 budget 预算预算handle 处理，操作 survive 幸存幸存occasion 时机，机会 carnation 康乃馨康乃馨Part D restaurant 饭馆饭馆standard 标准标准shining 光亮的，华丽的光亮的，华丽的Unit 2 Part B Text1 What a Coincidence! (Part One) Andrew had always wanted to be a doctor. But the tuition for a medical school in 1984 was 15,000 dollars a year, which was more than his family could afford. To help him realize his dream, his father, Mr. Stewart, a real estate agent, began searching the house-for-sale ads in newspapers in order to find extra business. One advertisement that he noted down was for the sale of a house in a nearby nearby town. town. town. Mr. Mr. Mr. Stewart Stewart Stewart called called called the the the owner, owner, owner, trying trying trying to to to persuade persuade persuade him him him to to to let let let him him him be be be his his his agent. agent. Somehow he succeeded and the owner promised that he would come to him if he failed to get a good deal with his present agent. Then they made an appointment to meet and discuss the thing. As As good good good things things things are are are never never never easy easy easy to to to acquire, acquire, acquire, the the the time time time for for for the the the appointment appointment appointment had had had to to to be be be changed changed almost ten times. On the day when they were supposed to meet at 3 o'clock in the afternoon, Mr. Stewart received another call from the owner. His heart sank as he feared there would be another change of time. And so it was. The owner told him that he couldn't make it at three but if he would come right then, they could talk it over. Mr. Stewart was overjoyed. Leaving everything aside, he immediately set out to drive to the house. As he approached the area, he had a strange feeling of having been there before. The streets, the trees, the neighborhood, all looked familiar to him. And when he finally reached the house, something clicked in his mind. It used to be the house of his father-in-law! The old man had died fifteen years ago but when he was alive, he had often visited him with his wife and children. He remembered that, like his son Andrew, his father-in-law had also wanted to study medicine and, failing failing to to to do do do so, so, so, had had had always always always hoped hoped hoped that that that one one one of of of his his his two two two daughters daughters daughters or or or his his his grandchildren grandchildren grandchildren could could someday become a doctor. Questions: 1. Who are the two main characters in the story you have just heard? 2. How did Mr. Stewart get to know the owner of the house? 3. What problem did Mr. Stewart have? 4. What is the coincidence in the story you have just heard? Text2 What a Coincidence! (Part Two) When When he he he entered entered entered the the the house, house, house, Mr. Mr. Mr. Stewart Stewart Stewart was was was even even even more more more amazed amazed amazed to to to find find find that that that the the the house house house was was decorated exactly as he had remembered it. He told the owner about this and the latter became intrigued too. However, they were in for even greater surprises. It so happened that in the middle of of their their their discussion, discussion, discussion, a a a postman postman postman came came came to to to deliver deliver deliver a a a letter. letter. letter. And And And the the the letter letter letter was was was addressed addressed addressed to to to Mr. Mr. Stewart's father-in-law! Were it not for Mr. Stewart's presence there and then, the letter would be returned returned as as as no no no person person person of of of that that that name name name lived lived lived in in in the the the house house house any any any longer. longer. longer. As As As the the the postman postman postman demanded demanded demanded a a signature on the receipt slip, Mr. Stewart signed for his long-deceased father-in-law. Mystified, the owner urged Mr. Stewart to open the letter and see what it contained. The letter was from a bank. When he opened it, two words immediately met his eye -- 'For education'. It was a bank statement of an amount his father-in-law had put in years ago for his grandchildren's education needs. With the interest it had earned over the years, the standing v alue of the amount came to a little over value of the amount came to a little over $15,000, just enough money to cover the tuition of Andrew's first year at a medical college! Another thing that is worth mentioning is about the postman. The original postman, who had worked in this neighborhood, called in sick that day. So the postman, who was new to the area, came to deliver mail in his place. Had it been the old postman, the letter would undoubtedly be returned to the sender as he knew full well that no person bearing that name lived in that house any longer. The miracle was a blessing for Andrew. With the money given to him by his grandfather he was able to study medicine. Now he is a doctor in Illinois. Statements: 1. Several coincidences happened in the story. 2. The coincidences made it possible for the owner to sell his house at a good price. 3. No one actually benefited from the coincidences. 4. It can be inferred that Mr. Stewart did not have to seek extra work from then on. 5. With the extra money Mr. Stewart had earned, Andrew's dream finally came true. Part C Dad Stops for Gas, Finds Lost Son Nueng Garcia was the son of an American serviceman stationed in Thailand in 1969. But his father went back to the States when Nueng was only three months old. When he grew up Nueng immigrated to the United States and worked as a gas station clerk in Pueblo, Colorado. His dream was to find his father John Garcia. Year after year, he tried in vain to search for information about the whereabouts of his father. It was a fine day in Pueblo. There was not a cloud in the blue sky. But for him, it was just another day on the job. Suddenly he noticed the name of one customer who paid with a check. The man, who was in his fifties, had the same surname as his own. Nueng raised his head from the check and looked at the man. Could this be his father? "Are you John Garcia?" he asked. "Yes," came the answer. "Were you ever in the Air Force?" "Yes." "Were you ever in Thailand?" "What's that to do with you?" answered the man, who became suspicious by then. "Were you or were you not?" Nueng persisted. "Yes." "Did you ever have a son?" At this truth dawned on the man. They stared at each other and realized at the same moment that they were father and son who were separated 27 years ago and half a world away. John John Garcia Garcia Garcia hadn't hadn't hadn't seen seen seen his his his son son son since since since 1969. 1969. 1969. He He He lost lost lost touch touch touch with with with Nueng's Nueng's Nueng's mother mother mother when when when she she started seeing another man. He moved to Pueblo nine years ago. He said he never went to that gas station, wasn't even low on gas that day and hardly ever paid with a check. Statements: 1. Nueng's parents divorced when he was only 3 months old. 2. After moving to the U.S.A., Nueng worked at a gas station in Colorado. 3. Nueng never gave up his efforts to find his father, but John Garcia had never looked for his son. 4. One day while at work Nueng's eyes fell on the photo of a customer's driver's license, and the man in the photo looked like his father. 5. John Garcia was once in the U.S. Air Force stationed in Thailand. 6. John Garcia and his son didn't meet each other again until 1996. 7. Nueng's father said he often went to that gas station but never paid with a check. 8. It was by coincidence that John Garcia and his son were reunited after many years of separation. Part D Unexplained Parallels One of the best-known collections of parallels is between the careers of Abraham Lincoln and John F. Kennedy. Both were shot on a Friday, in the presence of their wives; both were succeeded by by a a a Southerner Southerner Southerner named named named Johnson; Johnson; Johnson; both both both their their their killers killers killers were were were themselves themselves themselves killed killed killed before before before they they they could could could be be brought to justice. Lincoln had a secretary called Kennedy; Kennedy a secretary called Lincoln. Lincoln Lincoln was was was killed killed killed in in in the the the Ford Ford Ford Theater; Theater; Theater; Kennedy Kennedy Kennedy met met met his his his death death death while while while riding riding riding in in in a a a Lincoln Lincoln convertible made by the Ford Motor Company -- and so on. Similar coincidences often occur between twins. A news story from Finland reported of two 70-year-old 70-year-old twin twin twin brothers brothers brothers dying dying dying two two two hours hours hours apart apart apart in in in separate separate separate accidents, accidents, accidents, with with with both both both being being being hit hit hit by by trucks while crossing the same road on bicycles. According to the police, the second victim could not have known about his brother's death, as officers had only managed to identify the first victim minutes before the second accident. Connections are also found between identical twins who have been separated at birth. Dorothy Lowe and Bridget Harrison were separated in 1945, and did not meet until 1979, when they were flown flown over over over from from from Britain Britain Britain for for for an an an investigation investigation investigation by by by a a a psychologist psychologist psychologist at at at the the the University University University of of of Minnesota. Minnesota. They found that when they met they were both wearing seven rings on their hands, two bracelets on on one one one wrist, wrist, wrist, a a a watch watch watch and and and a a a bracelet bracelet bracelet on on on the the the other. other. other. They They They married married married on on on the the the same same same day, day, day, had had had worn worn identical identical wedding wedding wedding dresses dresses dresses and and and carried carried carried the the the same same same flowers. flowers. flowers. Dorothy Dorothy Dorothy had had had named named named her her her son son son Richard Richard Andrew and her daughter Catherine Louise; Bridget had named her son Andrew Richard and her daughter Karen Louise. In fact, she had wanted to call her Catherine. Both had a cat called Tiger. They also had a string of similar mannerisms when they were nervous. How can we explain the above similarities? Statements: 1. Both Abraham Lincoln and John F. Kennedy were killed by a Southerner. 2. John F. Kennedy's secretary was named after Abraham Lincoln. 3. The news story told about the traffic accidents that killed two twin brothers. 4. 4. It It It can can can be be be inferred inferred inferred from from from the the the passage passage passage that that that more more more parallel parallel parallel phenomena phenomena phenomena are are are studied studied studied in in in the the the United United States than in any other country. 5. Coincidences occurring in three nations are described in the passage. 6. Some psychologists' interest is the research on coincidences between twins. 7. 7. According According According to to to the the the speaker, speaker, speaker, coincidences coincidences coincidences occur occur occur much much much more more more often often often between between between twins twins twins than than than between between people who are not related. 8. The speaker does not mention his/her own opinion on whether these parallels can be explained. 重点单词及词组重点单词及词组 Part B coincidence 一致，巧合 tuition 学费学费real estate 房地产 persuade 劝说劝说appointment 约会 acquire 获得，学会获得，学会be supposed to 应该，被指望 decorate 装饰装饰intrigue 激起…的兴趣 signature 签名签名receipt slip 收款便条 mystified 迷惑迷惑tuition 学费学费Part C immigrate 移来，移居移来，移居 whereabouts 下落，行踪下落，行踪lost touch with 和某人失去联系和某人失去联系Part D unexplained 不清楚的 parallels 导轨导轨in the presence of 在面前 justice 正义，合理正义，合理convertible 可改变的 victim 受害人，牺牲者受害人，牺牲者identify 识别，鉴别 investigation 调查，研究调查，研究psychologist 心理学者 bracelet 手镯手镯string 一串，一行 mannerism 特殊习惯，怪僻特殊习惯，怪僻Unit 3 Part B Text 1 A Marriage Agreement (Part One) (Tom and Linda have signed a marriage agreement. Both agree not to break the rules outlined in the agreement. John, a reporter, is talking to them about the agreement.) John: Tom, Linda, first I'd like to ask you why you decided to write this unusual agreement. Tom: We found that many problems are caused when a person has different expectations from his or her spouse. We wanted to talk about everything openly and honestly before we started living together. Linda: Also we both know how important it is to respect each other's pet peeves. Like, I can get very annoyed if others leave stuff -- clothing, papers, everything! -- lying around on the floor. It really bugged me, so we put that in the agreement. John: This is mentioned in Article 1: Cleaning Up, isn't it? It says, "Nothing will be left on the floor overnight. Everything must be cleaned up and put away before going to bed." Tom: Then I'll know clearly what Linda's expectations are. John: I see. What about Article 2: Sleeping? It says, "We will go to bed at 11 p.m. and get up at 6:30 a.m. except on weekends." I'm sure some people hearing this will think that this agreement isn't very romantic. Tom: Well, we disagree. We think it's very romantic. This agreement shows that we sat down and talked, and really tried to understand the other person. A lot of problems occur in a marriage when people don't talk about what they want. Linda: That's right. When we disagreed about something, we worked out a solution that was good for both of us. I would much rather have Tom really listen to me and understand my needs than give me a bunch of flowers or a box of candy. Questions: 1. Which statement best summarizes the marriage agreement between Tom and Linda? 2. According to Tom, what will give rise to problems in a marriage? 3. What can be inferred about Linda from the conversation? Text 2 A Marriage Agreement (Part Two) John: Linda, do you spend a lot of time checking to see if the other person is following the rules? Arguing? Linda: No, not at all. Tom: A lot of couples argue because they don't understand each other's expectations. I think we spend less time arguing than most couples because we both know what the other person expects. John: What happens if one of you breaks a rule? Tom: Well, that's in Article 13 of our agreement. John: Is it? Oh yes, Article 13: Breaking Rules. "If you break a rule, you must apologize and do something nice for the other person to make it up." Linda: Yeah, like last time Tom broke the rule of driving. John: What's the rule? Linda: Linda: The The The rule rule rule is is we we must must must ask ask ask for for for directions directions directions if if if we we we are are are driving driving driving and and and get get get lost lost lost for for for more more more than than than five five minutes. John: What happened? Tom: We were driving to a friend's wedding, and we got lost. Linda wanted to stop at a gas station to ask for directions, but I thought I could figure it out. Linda: Then we drove forty miles in the wrong direction and ended up being late for the wedding. Tom: So I took her out to dinner. I knew what I should do to apologize. John: That's very important, I think, knowing how to apologize. By the way, do you plan to update your agreement at all? What if things change in your life and a rule doesn't work anymore? Linda: We've thought about that too. Article 14 states that we must review this agreement once a year and make necessary changes. John: Well, it was really nice talking to you both. Thank you very much for your time. Tom & Linda: Thank you. Statements: 1. Tom and Linda never argue because they both know what the other person expects. 2. Once Tom broke Article 14 and apologized to Linda by taking her out to dinner. 3. 3. If If If some some some of of of the the the rules rules rules in in in the the the marriage marriage marriage agreement agreement agreement become become become outdated, outdated, outdated, changes changes changes will will will be be be made made made to to update them. 4. It seems that both Tom and Linda are satisfied with their marriage agreement. Part C A Perfect Match Are you looking for a good relationship with someone special? What type of person is the best person for you? Is it the person with the highest IQ? Is it the most beautiful or most handsome person? person? How How How about about about the the the richest richest richest person person person or or or the the the most most most ambitious? ambitious? ambitious? Is Is Is your your your ideal ideal ideal partner partner partner the the the most most traditional or the most modern person? Is he or she the person most like you, or most unlike you? The answer, psychologists say, is none of the above. Why? Because they are all extremes. In a number of research studies, psychologists asked couples these questions. The answers were clear. Most people are happy with moderation -- with partners who are not the most or the best (or the least or the worst). People are more comfortable with partners who are not so special. The The research research research showed showed showed several several several other other other important important important things. things. things. In In In a a a love love love relationship, relationship, relationship, two two two things things things can can cause trouble. First, trouble happens when both people get angry quickly. This is not surprising. Second, trouble happens when people don't expect to change themselves in a relationship. Do you stay calm when you disagree with someone? Are you ready to change yourself? If you can tolerate disagreement and are willing to change, maybe you are ready for a serious relationship. Statements: 1. The passage implies that the perfect match for you is a person who is most unlike you. 2. The author argues that the most beautiful or most handsome person may not be your perfect partner. 3. 3. Moderate Moderate Moderate person, person, person, that that that is, is, is, the the the partners partners partners who who who are are are not not not the the the most most most or or or the the the best best best can can can be be be your your your perfect perfect match. 4. The research showed that an extreme love relationship between the two can cause trouble. 5. 5. The The The passage passage passage states states states that that that the the the anger anger anger is is is one one one of of of the the the causes causes causes that that that lead lead lead to to to the the the breakup breakup breakup of of of a a a love love relationship. 6. The perfect match lies in the people's attitudes to tolerate disagreement and be willing to change in a relationship. Part D Husbands and Wives Don't See Things Alike Let's Let's face face face it it it -- -- -- husbands husbands husbands and and and wives wives wives just just just don't don't don't see see see things things things alike. alike. alike. Take TV Take TV remote remote controls, controls, controls, for for example. I'm a channel-grazer. When I watch the news, I flip back and forth through four different networks. "It drives me crazy when you do that," my wife complains. I don't understand why she has no interest in other channels. After all, she is a woman who wants to know everything going on in the neighborhood and among all the relatives. Just one button away might be an interesting program on on How How How to to to Lose Lose Lose Fifty Fifty Fifty Pounds Pounds Pounds by by by Eating Eating Eating Chocolate Chocolate Chocolate Sundaes Sundaes Sundaes or or or How How How to to to Understand Understand Understand Weird Weird Husbands. But, no, she won't change channels, not even if she dislikes the program she's watching. "This talk show host makes me so angry!" she cried one evening. "Then why don't you change the channel?" I asked. "Because I can't stand people who are always changing channels." Differences. No right or wrong, just differences. "The first law of civilization," said an old philosopher, "is to let people be different." I don't need to convert my wife to my ways, and she doesn't try to make me be like her. We simply take turns monitoring the remote control. Statements: 1. The major difference between the speaker and his wife is their TV viewing habits. 2. According to the speaker, he is more interested in talk shows while his wife is more interested in news programs. 3. The wife seems to be more weird than the husband is. 4. 4. The The The speaker speaker speaker and and and his his his wife wife wife usually usually usually take take take turns turns turns working working working the the the remote remote remote control control control when when when they they they watch watch television. 5. It can be inferred that women are generally more tolerant than men of their spouse's differences. 6. The speaker and his wife maintain peace not by changing each other but by tolerance. 重点单词及词组重点单词及词组Part B expectation 期望，期待 bug 打扰打扰peeve 麻烦的事物 spouse 配偶配偶solution 解决办法 a bunch of 一捆一捆candy 糖果 expectation 期望期望apologize 道歉 end up 最终以…为结局为结局Part C psychologist 心理学者心理学者ambitious 有雄心的有雄心的。
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Woman: Did I tell you I'm going to China?
Man: China? Great.
Woman: Yes. I’m going to Shanghai on business. I have to
buy some gifts.
Still the most important difference between television and the board game is the interaction with others. Getting the family together to watch a show on television is nice; that is, if you can find a show on for the whole family. But playing a board game gives you the chance to learn, not only about the subject, but also about each other. Everyone is different, with their own views and unique ways of handling situations, giving each game a different outcome. One of the nicest parties I ever attended was one where we played a murder-mystery game called “How to Host a Murder.” We never knew what to expect next, and it was a wonderful way to get to know everyone.
Man: Good idea. What are you going to take?
Woman: I was thinking of bringing some handkerchiefs.
They’re colorful, beautiful? also lightweight. I
Woman: Why not?
Man: A handkerchief is a symbol of saying goodbye.
Woman: Saying goodbye?
Man: Yeah, like when you're going away ... and people are crying, so they need a handkerchief. Actually, I’ve heard that one of the best things to give is a dinner — not a present, but a big dinner. It’s good for business.
Added to the benefits of learning new information, board games test your skills and knowledge with a particular outcome ahead. They let you use your ideas and strategies to win the game. Whether you are trying to get your opponent’s king in chess or trying to make the most money in “Trump,” there is an outcome which you brought about with these ideas and strategies. However, you are forced to become a passive spectator when watching television. In some cases a program might be produced to stimulate your thought processes, but it doesn't offer you an outlet for following through with your ideas, such as the useless concept of the game show for entertainmenand Cultures
Narrator: In many countries, people give special gifts at certain times. Sometimes the customs seem unusual. For example, in Australia, a birthday cake for a 21-year-old is often shaped like a key. It means the person is an adult and can come home at any time. In parts of Africa, people give a cow as a wedding present, because they believe that a cow can bring good luck to the newly-weds. Before Korean students take university entrance tests, their friends give them sticky rice candy for luck. The friends hope that the students will pass the test and “stick to” the university. The following short conversations will tell you about different customs in China, Argentina, Switzerland, Italy and Japan.
Unit 1
1. Dictation
Throughout history / the basic unit of almost every human society / has been the family. / Members of the family live together / under the same roof. / They share the economic burdens of life / as well as its joys. / The family head usually has considerable influence / in arranging marriages, / selecting careers / and determining all the important moves and purchases / by any member of the family. / Particularly in conditions / where society or the state / does not give aid / and the responsibilities of the family are greater, / this large group / provides better protection / in times of economic or other emergency.
2. Listening
From Television Back to Games
In a society where every one is so fortunate as to be able to spend a lot of money on entertainment, most of us end up with either in front of a television or spending time with our family and friends playing a game of some kind. While television is probably the most popular form of home entertainment, there is a small group of us who still believe board games offer the most enjoyment. They offer us a variety of ways to learn new information, to test our skills, and most importantly, to bring us together.
Unit 2
1， Dictation
Children learn almost nothing from television, / and the more they watch, / the less they remember. / They regard television purely as entertainment, / resent programs that make demands on them / and are surprised that anybody should take the medium seriously. / Far from being over-excited by programs, / they are mildly bored with the whole thing. / These are the main conclusions from a new study of children and television. / Its author confirms / that the modern child is a dedicated viewer. / The study suggests / that there is little point in the television company’s attempts / to isolate adult viewing in the later hours. / More than a third of the children regularly watched their programs after 9 p.m. / All 11-year-olds had watched programs after midnight.