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Unit 12 Opinion PollsPart A Pre-listening TaskAdditional questions for discussion1. What factors make an opinion poll successful?There are several key factors in order to make an opinion poll successful. First, there must be a large enough sample. Second, the sample of a poll must be well selected and highly representative. Third, interview questions must be properly designed and presented. And finally, the data collected from a poll must be correctly analyzed and reported. To achieve all those things, people who conduct an opinion poll must have relevant training and experience, take their work seriously, and perform their duties in a responsible as well as skillful manner.2. Do you think opinion polls are a true reflection of public opinion? Why or why not?I believe opinion polls do reflect public opinions. As to how true the reflection is, or how reliable the poll data are, it depends to a large extent on how scientific the selection of the sample, the design of the questions, and the operation of the polling process are. There has been abundant evidence throughout the world over the years that good opinion polls give accurate results and bad polls produce unreliable information that would not be useful at all. So if you want reliable information, you have to make sure that the opinion poll is done right.3. How much can policy makers rely on opinion polls to help them make decisions?Policy makers can make good use of the information from public opinion polls to help them make decisions. Opinion polls often provide valuable information about the public's priorities and viewpoints. Policy makers may become better informed if they include the results of such polls in their assessment of the overall situation. Of course, the policy-making process is a complicated one and it involves aspects that go beyond the public sentiment. As a result, policy makers cannot be expected to make their decisions by solely relying on opinion polls.Part B Listening Tasks ILanguage and Culture:1. Background information: An opinion poll is a survey of public opinion on a certain subject. The making of a poll involves five essential steps: 1) the research design, or how to plan a poll; 2) the sample or whom to ask; 3) the question design, or what to ask; 4) techniques of collecting data, or how to ask; and 5) the analysis of the findings. Opinion polls were used as early as 1824 by two American newspapers to test the strength of the presidential candidates. The polling methods used in those polls, however, were very crude as the samples were haphazardly selected. It was not until the 1930s that more scientific methods were introduced in public opinion polling, which led to the huge popularity of polls inNational and statewide polls regularly sample public opinion on different topics and publish the results in newspapers and magazines. The best-known polls are the Harris Poll and the Gallup Poll. In our country, opinion polls have also become more widely used and accepted. And it is likely that they are to play a more important role in our life in the future.2. In some car parks it now costs ... for half an hour.Parking a car in a public car park can be very expensive, especially in downtown areas. For example, parking a car for half an hour may cost you $10 in lower Manhattan, New York City. So most people will not go to a public car park unless they can't find a parking space in the street. Or they simply take trains or other means of transport when they go downtown.3. ... I don't see what you're getting at.... I don't understand what you are trying to say.4. I don't know anyone who doesn't think they're too high.Everyone I know thinks petrol prices are too high.5. graded charging system:a charging system that is not fixed but varies (according to how far from the city center a car park is)6. So what's to stop these goods being transported by train or even via canal?Is there any reason for not transporting these goods by train or even via canal?percentage n. 百分比absurd a. 荒谬的，荒唐的inner a. 内部的nominal a. (价格或金额)微不足道的penalize v. 予以处罚prohibitive a. (价格或收费)使人望而却步的tram n. 有轨电车lorry n. (BrE)卡车，运货车via prep. 通过，凭借canal n. 运河car park (汽车)停车场Opinion PollsMan: Do you know the thing that's always struck me as odd about opinion polls? Woman: What's that?Man: The percentages. Like recently there was a survey about what people thought about traffic, and petrol prices, and public car parks. (Question 1) In some car parks it now costs something like 5 pounds to park a car for half an hour.Woman: Yeah, but I don't see what you're getting at.Man: What I mean is the percentages in the results. So there might be 70% of people whocomplained about high petrol prices, and 60% who want to see the traffic reduced, and 65% who think car park charges are too high. Does that mean that there are 35% who actually think the charges are OK and would even be prepared to pay more, (Question 2) and another 30% who think petrol prices are OK? I mean that's absurd. I don't know anyone who doesn't think they're too high.Woman: Well, actually I think we should pay more.Man: Come on, you're joking.Woman: No, seriously. I think we should pay more for petrol, even twice as much maybe, and certainly far more for inner city car parks.Man: But why?Woman: More taxes should be charged on petrol, I think, to discourage people from using cars, and a kind of graded charging system for car parks depending on how far they are from the city center.Man: What do you mean?Woman: Well, if you park your car quite far from the city center then you pay a nominal amount as a kind of reward for not polluting the city center.(Question 3 & 4) Well, the closer you get to the center, the more you are penalized. Prices in the center should be totally prohibitive. I mean with an efficient bus or tram service there's no excuse for using cars. Man: Yeah, but you can't penalize people who don't use their car to go into town. I mean if you doubled the price of petrol, it would cost people a fortune to go anywhere, even on short trips, and especially on holidays.Woman: Don't use your car then. Use a train.Man: But what about lorries? I mean they use a lot of petrol to transport goods from one place to another.Woman: So what's to stop these goods being transported by train or even via canal? Man: Well, anyway, I still can't believe (Question 5) that 30% of those people who said car park charges were OK all think the same as you.Woman: Well, maybe that's where you are wrong. Just think about what I've said and you'll realize that perhaps it's not so stupid as it sounds.Listen to the story and choose the right answers to the questions you hear. Questions:1. What items are surveyed in the opinion poll mentioned in the conversation?A. Traffic, petrol prices, and public car parks.B. Public transport, petrol prices, and car parks.C. Public transport, car parks, and vehicle taxes.D. Traffic, vehicle taxes, and road taxes.正确答案：A. Traffic, petrol prices, and public car parks.2. What does the man find absurd about the survey?A. That three different things are examined in a single survey.B. That the results of the survey are contrary to everybody's expectation.C. That it indicates there are people who are willing to pay more for petrol and car parking.D. That it indicates there are people who would rather take buses or trains than drive.正确答案：C. That it indicates there are people who are willing to pay more for petrol and car parking.3. Which of the following best reflects the woman's view about car parking?A. People should be heavily fined for parking offenses.B. The nearer to the city center you park your car, the higher the charge.C. Car park charges should be made as high as possible to deter people from using cars.D. People cannot park their cars for longer than half an hour in the city center.正确答案：B. The nearer to the city center you park your car, the higher the charge.4. Which problem is the woman most concerned about according to the conversation?A. Heavy traffic in the city.B. Pollution in the city center.C. The inefficiency of public transport.D. The high cost of building car parks in the city center.正确答案：Pollution in the city center.5. Which of the following describes the man's attitude toward opinion polls?A. Positive.B. Neutral.C. Skeptical.D. Critical.正确答案：C. Skeptical.Listen to the conversation again and decide if the statements you hear are true or false.Statements:(F) 1. Both the man and the woman have been interviewed in the poll mentioned in the text. (T) 2. The survey finds that a majority of people complained about heavy traffic.(F) 3. The woman thinks that people should pay twice as much for inner city parking. (T) 4. The woman thinks that raises in petrol price and parking charge can discourage people from using cars.(F) 5. According to the man, it's difficult for people to use public transport to go on short trips or holidays.(F) 6. The woman does not object to people's use of cars away from the town center. (F) 7. It can be inferred that 30% of those interviewed in the poll think the same as thewoman.(F) 8. The man finally agrees with the woman that opinion polls are not so stupid as he first thought.Speaking Task I:What do you think of the text you've just heard? Exchange views with your partner. Reflections:Reflections:Comment on the conversation in which two speakers were discussing the reliability of opinion polls. What does the man feel odd about the results of the poll? What is the woman's opinion with regard to petrol prices and car park charges? What does the conversation tell you about the functions and limitations of opinion polls? Exchange views with your partner. You may mention the following points in your discussion.1. different views held by the two speakers about certain poll results2. opinion polls reflecting highly diversified views3. poll results -- expressed in percentages4. interpretation of the percentages -- reasons why certain choices are made in a pollObviously the man's view that petrol prices and car park charges were too high was shared by the majority of people interviewed in the poll. What he found odd was that there was not a complete consensus. The survey seemed to suggest that there were people who were willing to pay more, which he found absurd because it was contrary to what he believed people really thought.The woman, however, held the very view that the man dismissed as absurd. She thought it would be necessary to impose higher taxes on petrol and charge more for inner city parking to discourage people from using their cars. And the survey showed that she was not alone in thinking so.From the conversation, we can see how people's views on a certain issue may differ if they approach it from different perspectives. For example, while the man responded to the survey questions from a personal perspective, the woman approached the problem from the perspective of society as a whole and therefore reached a very different conclusion. This diversity of opinion is represented in polls, which provide a platform where different voices, especially those of the minority, are heard.Of course, opinion polls also have their limitations. Polling questions usually belong to yes-or-no or agree-or-disagree types and the results, expressed in percentages, fail to inform the public of the reasons why certain answers are chosen. In the text, if the woman hadn't explained to the man what she thought about the matter, he wouldn't have had the chance to know that those with different views did have a good reason for their choice. Opinion polls might do a better job if more open questions were asked so that the public could know better why those who are interviewed in a poll think the way they do.Speaking Tasks II:Read the following table that shows the results of an opinion poll conducted amongresidents in Beijing, Shanghai and Guangzhou on their attitudes toward different forms of education. Describe to your partner the results of the poll and analyze thereasons behind the data.The table shows that people's views on the three types of school vary at different stages of education. At the preschool stage, the percentage of people who are for private schools is 56.5%, as compared with 43.5% for public schools. Many parents favor private kindergartens because of their qualified teachers and better facilities. Apparently they think it is worthwhile to invest in education right at the beginning. The percentage of people who are for overseas study at this stage is naught, which is understandable, considering how young the children are.For the 9-year compulsory education stage, an overwhelming majority (96.5%) of the respondents are for public schools. None of the respondents in the survey is for private schools. This is because our country has a well-established compulsory education system and the public schools are generally quite good. This also explains why only 3.5% are for overseas study at this stage. Since local schools are very good, there is no point in spending a lot of money sending children abroad to study.At the senior middle school stage, the public school is still the first choice for a majority of people. The percentage of people who are for overseas study, however, increases to 18.5%. Perhaps they think that children are now mature enough to take care of themselves and are ready for some cross-cultural experience.For college and higher learning, the percentage of those who are for the public school equals that of those who are for overseas study. Both are considered advantageous at this stage. Many colleges and universities in our country have a dedicated teaching staff and a fine tradition of learning, which are what appeal to prospective students. On the other hand, overseas schools have better equipment and facilities for doing research and there is a greater chance for students to be exposed to current development in science and technology. Moreover, with the quickening pace of globalization, overseas experience can serve as a big advantage in the global labor market.The above data will be useful to educators who must decide what types of school to establish and how to raise the quality of education at every level. Part C Additional ListeningListen to the passage and choose the right answers to the questions you hear.become weary of 厌烦；疲倦pollster n. 民意测验专家random a. 任意的，随意的digit n. 数字hypothetically ad. 假设地，假想地sampling error 取样误差census statistics 人口普查数据finalize v. 把(计划、稿件等)最后定下来anomaly n. 异常；反常buck n. (美俗)美元respondent n. 回答者How These Pollsters Do Those PollsVoters can become weary (疲倦的) of polls as a campaign winds down (接下), and in public, candidates invariably (总是) declare that they ignore them -- at least, the candidates who are losing. But the fact is, pollsters are good and getting better.Most election-eve polls in 1992 predicted the voting percentages eventually won by Clinton, Bush and Perot well within the sampling margin of error. Of some 300 such polls, none projected Bush or Perot as the winner.Typically, these polls are generated by telephone interviews with 600 to 1,000 "likely voters", who are 18 or older, as determined by answers to initial questions. The phone numbers are selected as random (任意的) digits by a phone-dialing computer.Hypothetically (假设地), almost every person in America has an equal chance of being called since most households have phones. The samples may seem small, but the techniques used in polls are proven enough to be regularly accepted as evidence by the courts when election results are legally challenged. No sample is as accurate as interviewing 100 percent of the people in an election district, of course. A "sampling error" (取样误差) or "margin of error" accompanies every significant result. It is the largest possible difference that could(Question 3) Often, after a random sample is collected, it's compared with US Census (人口普查) statistics to determine the degree of agreement before the poll is finalized. This can help polling professionals correct anomalies so that they can get clients that pay them the big bucks.The "exit polls" that play a key part in election night drama in American homes are even more accurate than other forecasts because the specially trained interviewers are using respondents who are known voters.Questions:1. How is a typical election poll conducted in the US?A. By telephone.B. By face-to-face interviews.C. By mail.D. By door-to-door interviews.正确答案：A. By telephone.2. How large is the sample for a typical election poll?A. 600 - 1,200.B. 300 - 600.C. 600 - 1,000.D. 800 - 1,200.正确答案：C. 600 - 1,000.3. If a poll shows a 50% support for a candidate with a 3% margin of error, what would be the probable percentage of support for him?A. 47%.B. 53%.C. 47 - 53%.D. It depends on how large the voting population is.正确答案：C. 47 - 53%.4. Why are "exit polls" especially accurate?A. Because the interviewers are specially trained.B. Because the respondents are known voters.C. Because the interviewers know the respondents personally.D. Because a large sample of respondents are polled.正确答案：B. Because the respondents are known voters.5. What is the passage mainly about?A. Polls are remarkably accurate in predicting election results.B. Polling organizations make a lot of money from their clients.C. American voters are losing interest in election polls.D. The development of technology contributes greatly to the accuracy of polls.正确答案：A. Polls are remarkably accurate in predicting election results.Leisure TimeQuotable Quotes1. The world is not run by thought, nor by imagination, but by opinion.-- Elizabeth Drew2. The only sin which we never forgive in each other is difference of opinion.-- Ralph Emerson3. New opinions are always suspected, and usually opposed, without any other reason but because they are not already common.-- John Locke4. A government can be no better than the public opinion which sustains it.-- Franklin Roosevelt5. So many men, so many opinions.-- Terence6. It were not best that we should all think alike: it is difference of opinion that makes horse races.-- Mark TwainMovie TimePublic OpinionOprah: Recently, you all have seen the story on the news, I'm sure, a Brinks armored truck overturned on a Miami freeway, spewing over 3.7 million dollars and causing a near riot as people snatched up the cash, some standing in the streets screaming "Hallelujah, Jesus!". Um, we did an informal poll of is audience, and found out that many of you said that you would keep any cash that you had found. What did you say?Woman: I would not.Oprah: You would not keep the cash. Even if, let's say, your rent was in due, your mortgage payment...overdue...Woman: I've been there.Oprah: Been there? Would not?Woman: Lived in my car.Oprah: Lived in your car?Woman: With my children.Oprah: So if you've been living in your car at the time the Brinks truck overturned in front of you and dropped the cash all over the street...Woman: No.Oprah: You would have returned it.Woman: No, against God's rules.Oprah: It's against God's rule. OK. Yes, Ma'am?Woman 2: Uh, I would have considered it an act of God, perhaps, and kept the money. Oprah: You would have considered it an act of God?Woman 2: Yes.Oprah: An act of God? OK. I, I question that. Do the money, the truck turning over at that moment and time, in that particular, you know, part of town...Woman 2: It's a chance of a lifetime.Oprah: Chance of a lifetime, you would have thought. OK.Woman 2: Sure, sure.Oprah: So, you would have taken the money.Woman 2: I think so, yes.Oprah: OK, now, if they had done as they're doing now in Miami, going on the news, asking people to please return the money, and we have you on film, would you have still kept he money?Woman 2: Perhaps. I think I would have.Oprah: Perhaps you would have. OK, OK, whether you really needed it or not?Woman 2: It's such an opportunity.Oprah: An act of God, you say. OK, yes, yes.Woman 3: I teach a Sunday school class of 4- and 5-year-olds, and our subject class Sunday was what would we do if we were on the street and we found money? Would we return it? And, ur, the bottom line was it's God's rules. You always return money.Oprah: OK. Being on the street and returning money is a little different than the Brinks truck turning over in front of you.Woman 3: Yes, but they still...Oprah: I don't know how a Sunday school teacher explains it, but, you do see a little difference. Is there a little difference?Woman 3: Well, not really, it's still the bottom line.Oprah: OK.Woman 3: You know, they need to know what's right, what's wrong.Oprah: I agree. (The) bottom line is what's right, what's wrong.Woman 3: Right.Oprah: Brinks truck has turned over in front of you. Your gas and electric bill is due. You are two months behind in your mortgage payments; they're coming to take your car, and there it is, right in front of your face, you happen to be walking down the street, you're minding your own business, the Brinks truck overturns in front of you. What do you do?Woman 4: Oprah, I would have kept every dime I could have my hands on.Oprah: You would kept every dime.Woman 4: Yes, I would have. I have a two-year-old child, I'm a single mother. That money would provide a wonderful future in college for my child.Oprah: Even if they were on television saying: "Please, ma'am, give the money back"? Woman 4: No.Oprah: OK. If you knew that the money belonged to somebody, another person who had lost eh money, would that have made you feel differently about it?Woman 4: Yes.Oprah: Or is it because it's the Brinks truck and you think it's just the Brinks' truck money? Woman 4: And it's insured. That means a lot, too.Oprah: That means a lot, too.Woman 4: Yeah. It's insured. So...Oprah: If you found money on the street that you know belonged to somebody else? Woman 4: It would have been different, sure. I would have given it back because I would have wanted someone to do the same thing for me.Oprah: For you?Woman 4: Yes.Oprah: But it's the Brinks truck factor.Time to TalkLook at these pictures and describe them one by one. If possible, try also to find something relevant to talk about.This chart shows the results of a Gallup poll on death penalty. Opinions vary from year to year. Generally speaking, however, the number of people in favor of the death penalty kept increasing from 1972 to 1994, as the percentages rose from about 57% in 1972 to 80% in 1994. Then after that the support rate of the death penalty started to drop. In six years' time, the figures dropped from 80% to around 65% in the year 2000. The poll was done in the year 2000 and I wonder if the Americans would give the same response after 911 terrorist attacks on the US.This picture shows the result of an opinion poll on people's attitude towards the issue of immigration. About 30% of the people say they would like to keep it at the present level, while 58% would like to have it decreased; 8% hope that it will be increased and 4% give no opinion. Perhaps the people who were polled were worried that the immigrants would take the jobs away from the local people. I heard that in Germany and France, some local people are against having more immigrants and are quite hostile to them for the same reason. This picture shows Bush's approval ratings in four aspects -- overall job, international affairs, economy and environmental issues. The chart also shows that in the eyes of those who were polled, Bush has done a good job, as theapproval ratings are higher than the disapproval ones in all four aspects. Even though he is low in economy and environment issues, the president is quite impressive in the overall job and in the international affairs -- about 68% versus 32%. I suppose this has something to do with his tough international policies. Part D Home Listeningbooth n. 小亭；小房间newsworthy a. 有新闻、报道价值的methodology n. 方法论；一套方法delinquency n. 违法；不法行为socialization n. 适应社会；社会化Use of Public Opinion PollsPublic opinion polls are regularly conducted and published in many countries. They measure not only support for political parties but also public opinion on a wide range of social and political issues. They are frequently published in major newspapers and are generally accepted as useful tools by businesses, political organizations, the mass media and government, and academic research groups. Hundreds of public polling firms operate around the world. The Gallup Poll (盖洛普民意测验) and Harris Poll (哈里斯民意测验法) are among the best known in the US.In business, polls are used to test consumers' preferences and to discover what gives a product its appeal. Responses to commercial polls help businesses in planning marketing and advertising strategies and in making changes in a product to increase its sales.In politics, polls are used to obtain information about voters' attitudes toward issues and candidates, to put forward candidates with winning potential, and to plan campaigns. Polling organizations have also been successful in predicting the outcome of elections. By polling voters on Election Day, it is often possible to determine the probable winner even before the voting booths close.Newspapers, magazines, radio and television are heavy users of public opinion polling information, especially political information that helps to predict election results or measure the popularity of government officials and candidates. The public's attitude toward various social, economic, and international issues is also considered newsworthy.Governments use opinion polls to find out public sentiment (情绪) about issues of interest. They also use polling methodology (方法论) to determine unemployment rates, crime rates, and other social and economic indicators.Opinion polls have also been employed extensively in academic research, particularly in the social sciences. They have been valuable in studying delinquency (行为不良, 错失), socialization (社会主义化), political attitudes, and economic behavior. Among the prominent (卓越的, 显著的) organizations that primarily serve academic research purposes are theSurvey Research Center at the University of Michigan and the National Opinion Research Center at the University of Chicago.Questions:1. By whom are public opinion polls generally accepted as useful tools?By businesses, political organizations , the mass media and government and academic research groups.2. For what are opinion polls used by businesses?To test consumers' preferences and to discover what gives a product its appeal. Responses to commercial polls help businesses in planning marketing and advertising strategies and in making changes in a product to increase its sales.3. For what are opinion polls used in politics?To obtain information about voters' attitudes toward issues and candidates, to put forward candidates with winning potential, and to plan campaigns, Polling organizations have also been successful in predicting the outcome of elections.4. For what are opinion polls used by governments?To find out public sentiment about issues of interest. They also use polling methodology to determine unemployment rates, crime rates, and other social and economic indicators.5. What new media are heavy users of the information from opinion polls? Newspapers, magazines, radio and television.6. For what are opinion polls used in academic research?To study delinquency, socialization , political attitudes, and economic behavior / behaviour.。
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Section A ConversationsShort Conversations11. W: I ran into Sally the other day. I could hardly recognize her. Do you remember her from high school?M: Yeah, she was a little out of shape back then. Well, has she lost a lot of weight?Q: What does the man remember of Sally?12. W: We don’t seem to have a reservation for you, sir. I’m sorry.M: But my secretary said that she had reserved a room for me here. I phoned her from the airport this morning just before I got on board the plane.Q: Where does the conversation most probably take place?13. W: What would you do if you were in my place?M: If Paul were my son, I’d just not worry. Now that his teacher is giving him extra help and he's working hard himself, he’s sure to do well in the next exam.Q: What’s the man’s suggestion to the woman?14. M: You’ve had your hands full and have been overworked during the last two weeks. I think you really need to go out and get some fresh air and sunshine.W: You are right. That’s just what I’m thinking about.Q: What is the woman most probably going to do?15. W: Hello, John. How are you feeling now? I hear you’ve been ill.M: They must have confused me with my twin brother Rods. He’s been sick all week, but I’ve never felt better in my life.Q: What do we learn about the man?16. M: Did you really give away all your furniture when you moved into the new house last month?W: Just the useless pieces, as I’m planning to purchase a new set from Italy for the sitting room only.Q: What does the woman mean?17. M: I’ve brought back your Oxford Companion to English Literature. I thought you might use it for your paper. Sorry not to have returned it earlier.W: I was wondering where that book was.Q: What can we infer from the conversation?18. W: To tell the truth, Tony, it never occurs to me that you are an athlete.M: Oh, really? Most people who meet me, including some friends of mine, don’t think so either.Q: What do we learn from the conversation?Long ConversationsConversation 1M: Mary, I hope you're packed and ready to leave.W: Yes, I’m packed, but not quite ready. I can’t find my passport.M: Your passport? That’s the one thing you mustn’t leave behind.W: I know. I haven’t lost it. I’ve packed it, but I can’t remember which bag it’s in.M: Well, you have to find it at the airport. Come on, the taxi is waiting.W: Did you say taxi? I thought we were going in your car.M: Yes, well, I have planned to, but I’ll explain later. You’ve got to be there in an hour.W: The plane doesn’t leave for two hours. Anyway, I’m ready to go now.M: Now, you're taking just one case, is that right?W: No, there is one in the hall as well.M: Gosh, what a lot of stuff! You're taking enough for a month instead of a week.W: Well, you can’t depend on the weather. It might be cold.M: It’s never cold in Rome. Certainly not in May. Come on, we really must go.W: Right, we're ready. We’ve got the bags, I’m sure there's no need to rush.M: There is. I asked the taxi driver to wait two minutes, not twenty.W: Look, I’m supposed to be going away to relax. You're making me nervous.M: Well, I want you to relax on holiday, but you can’t relax yet.W: OK, I promise not to relax, at least not until we get to the airport and I find my passport.Questions 19-22 are based on the conversatoin you have just heard.Q19: What does the woman say about her passport?Q20: What do we know about the woman’s trip?Q21: Why does the man urge the woman to hurry?Q22: Where does the conversation most probably take place?Conversation 2W: Oh, I’m fed up with my job.M: Hey, there's a perfect job for you in the paper today. You might be interested.W: Oh, what is it? What do they want?M: Wait a minute. Uh, here it is. The European Space Agency is recruiting translators.W: The European Space Agency?M: Well, that’s what it says. They need an English translator to work from French or German.W: So they need a degree in French or German, I suppose. Well, I’ve got that. What’s more, I have plenty of experience. What else are they asking for?M: Just that. A university degree and three or four years of experience as a translator in a professional environment. They also say the person should have a lively and inquiring mind, effective communication skills and the ability to work individually or as a part of the team.W: Well, if I stay at my present job much longer, I won’t have any mind or skills left. By the way, what about salary? I just hope it isn’t lower than what I get now.M: It’s said to be negotiable. It depends on the applicant’s education and experience. In addition to basic salary, there's a list of extra benefits. Have a look yourself.W: Hm, travel and social security plus relocation expenses are paid. Hey, this isn’t bad. I really want the job.Questions 23-25 are based on the conversatoin you have just heard.Q23: Why is the woman trying to find a new job?Q24: What position is being advertised in the paper?Q25: What are the key factors that determine the salary of the new position?Section B Short PassagesPassage 1When couples get married, they usually plan to have children. Sometimes, however, a couple can not have a child of their own. In this case, they may decide to adopt a child. In fact, adoption is very common today. There are about 60 thousand adoptions each year in the United States alone. Some people prefer to adopt infants, others adopt older children, some couples adopt children from their own countries, others adopt children from foreign countries. In any case, they all adopt children for the same reason ---- they care about children and want to give their adopted child a happy life.Most adopted children know that they are adopted. Psychologists and child-care experts generally think this is a good idea. However, many adopted children or adoptees have very little information about their biological parents. As a matter of fact, it is often very difficult for adoptees to find out about their birth parents because the birth records of most adoptees are usually sealed. The information is secret so no one can see it. Naturally, adopted children have different feelings about their birth parents. Many adoptees want to search for them, but others do not. The decision to search for birth parents is a difficult one to make. Most adoptees have mixed feelings about finding their biological parents. Even though adoptees do not know about their natural parents, they do know that their adopted parents want them, love them and will care for them.Questions 26-29 are based on the passage you have just heard.26. According to the speaker, why do some couples adopt children?27. Why is it difficult for adoptees to find out about their birth parents?28. Why do many adoptees find it hard to make the decision to search for their birth parents?29. What can we infer from the passage?Passage 2Katherine Gram graduated from University of Chicago in 1938 and got a job as a news reporter in San Francisco. Katherine’s father used to be a successful investment banker. In 1933, he bought a failing newspaper, the Washington Post.Then Katherine returned to Washington and got a job, editing letters in her father’s newspaper. She married Philip Gram, who took over his father-in-law’s position shortly after and became publisher of the Washington Post. But for many years, her husband suffered from mental illness and he killed himself in 1963. After her husband’s death, Katherine operated the newspaper. In the 1970s, the newspaper became famous around the world and Katherine was also recognized as an important leader in newspaper publishing. She was the first woman to head a major American publishing company, the Washington Post company. In a few years, she successfully expanded the company to include newspaper, magazine, broadcast and cable companies.She died of head injuries after a fall when she was 84. More than 3 thousand people attended her funeral including many government and business leaders. Her friends said she would be remembered as a woman who had an important influence on events in the United States and the worl d. Katherine once wrote, “The world without newspapers would not be the same kind of world”. After her death, the employees of the Washington Post wrote, “The world without Katherine would not be the same at all.”Questions 30-32 are based on the passage you have just heard.30. What do we learn from the passage about Katherine’s father?31. What does the speaker tell us about Katherine Gram?32. What does the comment by employees of the Washington Post suggest?Passage 3Obtaining good health insurance is a real necessity while you are studying overseas. It protects you from minor and major medical expenses that can wipe out not only your savings but your dreams of an education abroad. There are often two different types of health insurance youcan consider buying, international travel insurance and student insurance in the country where you will be going.An international travel insurance policy is usually purchased in your home country before you go abroad. It generally covers a wide variety of medical services and you are often given a list of doctors in the area where you will travel who may even speak your native language. The drawback might be that you may not get your money back immediately, in other words, you may have to pay all you medical expenses and then later submit your receipts to the insurance company.On the other hand, getting student heath insurance in the country where you will study might allow you to only pay a certain percentage of the medical cost at the time of service and thus you don’t have to have sufficient cash to pay the entire bill at once. Whatever you decide, obtaining some form of health insurance is something you should consider before you go overseas. You shouldn’t wait until you are sick wit h major medical bills to pay off.Questions 33-35 are based on the passage you have just heard.33. Why does the speaker advice overseas students to buy health insurance?34. What is the drawback of students buying international travel insurance?35. What does the speaker say about students getting health insurance in the country where they will study?Section C Compound DictationMore and more of the world’s population are living in towns or cities. The speed at which cities are growing in the less developed countries is alarming. Between 1920 and 1960, big cities in developed countries increased two and a half times in size, but in other parts of the world the growth was eight times their size. The sheer size of growth is bad enough, but there are now also very disturbing signs of trouble in the comparison of percentages of people living in towns and percentages of people working in industry. During the 19th century, cities grew as a result of the growth of industry. In Europe, the proportion of people living in cities was always smaller than that of the work force working in factories. Now, however, the reverse is almost always true in the newly industrialized world. The percentage of people living in cities is much higher than the percentage working in industry. Without a base of people working in industry, these cities cannot pay for their growth. There is not enough money to build adequate houses for the people that live there, let alone the new arrivals. There has been little opportunity to build water supplies or other facilities. So the figures for the growth of towns and cities represent proportional growth of unemployment and underemployment, a growth in the number of hopeless and despairing parents and starving children.听力部分参考答案：11. C）She was somewhat overweight12. D）At a hotel reception13. B）Having confidence in her son14. A）Have a short break15. D）He has been in perfect condition16. B）She still keeps some old furniture in her new house17. D）The woman forgot lending the book to the man18. C）The man doesn't look like a sportsman19. A）She has packed it in one of her bags.20. C）It will last one week.21. B）The taxi is waiting for them.22. A）At home.23. C）She is tired of her present work.24. A）Translator.25. D）Education and experience.26. A）They care a lot about children.27. B）Their birth information is usually kept secret.28. C）They have mixed feelings about finding their natural parents.29. D）Adoption has much to do with love.30. B）He bought The Washington Post.31. A）She was the first woman to lead a big U.S publishing company.32. D）Katharine had exerted an important influence on the world.33. C）It'll protect them from possible financial crises.34. A）They can't immediately get back the money paid for their medical cost.35. B）They needn't pay the entire medical bill at once.36. alarming.37. increased38. sheer39. disturbing40. comparison41. proportion42. workforce43. reverse44. The percentage of people living in cities is much higher than the percentage working in industry.45. There is not enough money to build adequate houses for the people that live there, let alone the new arrivals.46. So the figures for the growth of towns and cities represent proportional growth of unemployment and underemployment。
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《剑12》听力原文Test 5TC employee:Hi. Can I help you?VISITOR:I'd like to find out if you have any excursions suitable for families?TC employee:Sure. How about taking your family for a cruise?We have a steamship that takes passengers out several times a day - it's over 100 year's old. VISITOR:That sounds interesting.How long is the trip?TC employee:About an hour and a half.And don't forget to take pictures of the mountains.They're all around you when you are on the boat and they look fantastic.VISITOR:Ok. And I assume there's a café or something on board?TC employee:Sure. How old are your children?VISITOR:Er, my daughter's 15 and my son's 7.TC employee:Right. Well there are various things you can do once you've crossed the lake, to make a day of it.One thing that's very popular is a visit to the Country Farm.You're met off the boat by the farmer and he'll take you to the holding pens, where the sheep are kept.Children love feeding them!VISITOR:My son would love that.He really likes animals.TC employee:Well, there's also a 40-munite trek round the farm on the horse, if he wants. VISITOR:Do you think he'd manage it?He hasn't done that before.TC employee:Sure. It's suitable for complete beginners.VISITOR:Ah, good.TC employee:And again, visitors are welcome to explore the farm on their own, as long as they take care to close gates and so on.There are some very beautiful gardens along the side of the lake which also belong to the farm - they'll be just at their best now.You could easily spend an hour or two there.VISITOR:Ok. Well that all sounds good.And can we get lunch there?TC employee:You can, and it's very good, though it's not included in the basic cost.You pay when you get there.VISITOR:Right.VISITOR:So is there anything else to do over that side of the lake?TC employee:Well, what you can do is take a bike over on the ship and then go on cycling trip. There's a trail there called the Back Road - you could easily spend three or four hours exploring it,and the scenery's wonderful.They'll give you a map when you get your ticket for the cruise - there's no extra charge. VISITOR:What's the trail like in terms of difficulty?TC employee:Quite challenging in places.It wouldn't be suitable for your seven-year-old.It needs someone who's got a bit more experience.VISITOR:Hmm. Well, my daughter loves cycling and so do I, so maybe the two of us could go, and my wife and son could stay on the farm.That might work out quite well.But we don't have bikes here…is there somewhere we could rent them?TC employee:Yes, there's a place here in the city.It's called Ratchesons.VISITOR:I'll just make a note of that, er, how do you spell it?TC employee:R-A-T-C-H-E-S-O-N-S.It's just by the cruise ship terminal.VISITOR:OK.TC employee:You'd also need to pick up a repair kit for the bike from there to take along with you, and you'd need to take along a snack and some water - it'd be best to get those in the city. VISITOR:Fine. That shouldn't be a problem.And I assume I can rent a helmet from the bike place?TC employee:Sure, you should definitely get that.It's a great ride, but you want to be well prepared because it's very remote-you won't see any shops round there, or anywhere to stay, so you need to get back in time for the last boat.VISITOR:Yeah. So what sort of prices are we looking at here?TC employee:Let's see, that'd be one adult and one child for cruise with farm tour, that's ＄117, and an adult and a child for the cruise only so that's ＄214 dollars altogether.Oh, wait a minute, how old did you say your daughter was?VISITOR:15.TC employee:Then I'm afraid it's ＄267 because she has to pay the adult fare, which is ＄75 instead of the child fare which is ＄22 - sorry about that.VISITOR:That's Ok. Er, so how do…Good morning everyone.My name’s Joy Parkins and I’m the restaurant manager.And I understand that none of you’ve had any previous experience as kitchen assistants.Well, you might be feeling a bit nervous now, but most of our kitchen assistants say they enjoy the work.Ok, they might get shouted at sometimes, but it’s nothing personal, and they’re pleased that they have so many different things to do, which means they never get bored.And I’ll tell you straighta way that if you do well, we might think about moving you up and giving you some more responsibility.Right, well, you've all shown up on time, which is excellent start.Now I'm glad to see none of you have unsuitable footwear, so that's good - you need to be careful as the floors can get very wet and slippery.Those of you with long hair have got it well out of the way, but some of you'll need to remove your rings and bracelets - just put them somewhere safe for today, and remember to leave them at home tomorrow, as they can be a safety hazard.Now it's going to be a busy day for you all today - we don't have any tables free for this evening, and only a few for lunch.Fortunately we've got our Head Chef back-he was away on holiday all last week which meant the other chefs had extra work.Now, I'll tell you a bit more about the job in a minute but first, some general regulations.For all of you, whatever your age, there's some equipment you mustn't use until you've been properly trained, like the waste disposal system for example, for health and safety reasons.Then I think there are two of you here who are under 18 - that's Emma and Jake, isn't it?Right, so for you two, the meat slicer is out of bounds.And of course none of you are allowed to use the electric mixer until you've been shown how it works.Now you may have heard that this can be a stressful job, and I have to say that can be true.You'll be working an eight-hour day for the first week, though you'll have the chance to do overtime after that as well if you want to.But however long the hours are, you'll get a break in the middle.What you will find is that you're on your feet all day long, lifting and carrying, so if you're not fit now you soon will be!You'll find you don't have much chance to take it easy - when someone tells you to do something you need to do it straightaway - but at least we do have a very efficient air conditioning system compared with some kitchens.Now let me tell you about some of the people you need to know.So as I said, I'm Joy Parkins and I decide who does what during the day and how long they work for. I'll be trying to get you to work with as many different people in the kitchen as possible, so that you learn while you're on the job.One person whose name you must remember is David Field.If you injure yourself at all, even if it's really minor, you must report to him and he'll make sure the incident is recorded and you get the appropriate treatment.He's trained to give basic treatment to staff himself, or he'll sent off somewhere else if necessary. Then there's Dexter Wills-he's the person you need to see if you smash a plate or something like that.Don't just leave it and hope no one will notice - it's really important to get things noted and replaced or there could be problems later.And finally, there's Mike Smith.He's the member of staff who takes care of all the stores of perishables, so if you notice we're getting low in flour or sugar or something, make sure you let him know so he can put in and order. Ok, now th e next thing…T:Ok, Stewart. We need to start planning our paper on public libraries.Have you thought of an angle yet?S:Well, there's so much we could look into.How libraries have changed over the centuries, for instance, or how different countries organize them.What do you think, Trudie?T:Maybe we should concentrate on this country, and try and relate the changes in libraries to external developments, like the fact that far more people can read than a century ago, and that the local population may speak lots of different languages.S:We could include something about changes in the source of funding, too.T:Yes, but remember we're only supposed to write a short paper, so it's probably best if don't go into funding in any detail.S:Right. Well, shall we just brainstorm a few ideas, to get started?T:Ok. We obviously need to look at the impact of new technology, particularly the internet.Now that lots of books have been digitalized, people can access them form their own computers at home.S:And if everyone did that, libraries would be obsolete.T:Yes.S:But the digitalized books that are available online for free are mostly out of copyright, aren't they? And copyright in this country lasts for 70 years after the author dies.So you won't find the latest best-seller or up-to-date information.T:That's an important point.Anyway, I find it hard to concentrate when I'm reading a long text on a screen.I'd much rather read a physical book.And it takes longer to read on a screen.S:Oh, I prefer it.I suppose it's just a personal preference.T:Mm. I expected that libraries will go on evolving in the next few years.Some have already become centers where community activities take place, like local clubs meeting there.I think that'll become even more common.S:I'd like to think so, and that they'll still be serving their traditional function, but I'm not so sure. There're financial implications, after all.What I'm afraid will happen is that books and magazines will all disappear, and there'll just be rows and rows of computers.They won't look anything like the libraries we're used to.T:Well, we'll see.T:I've just had an idea.Why don't we make an in-depth study of our local public library as background to our paper?S:Yes, that'd be interesting, and raise all sorts of issues.Let's make a list of possible things we could ask about, then work out some sort of structure.For instance, um, we could interview some of the staff, and find out whether the library has its own budget, or if that's controlled by the local council.T:And what their policies are.I know they don't allow food, but I'd love to find out what types of noise they ban - there alwaysseems to be a lot of talking, but never music.I don't know if that's a policy or it just happens.S:Ah, I've often wondered.Then there are things like how the library is affected by employment laws.I suppose there are rules about working hours, facilities for staff and so on.T:Right. Then there are other issues relating to design of the building and how customers use it. Like what measures does the library take to ensure their safety?They'd need floor coverings that aren't slippery, and emergency exits, for instance.Oh, and another thing-there's the question of the kind of insurance the library needs to have, in case anyone gets injured.S:Yes, that's something else to find out.You know something I've often wondered?T:What's that?S:Well, you know they've got an archive of local newspapers going back years?Well, next to it they've got the diary of a well-known politician from the late 19th century.I wonder why it's there.Do you know what his connection was with this area?T:No idea.Let's add it to our list of things to find out.Oh, I've just thought - you know people might ask in the library about local organizations, like sports clubs?Well, I wonder if they keep a database, or whether they just look online.S:Right. I quite fancy finding out what the differences are between a library that's open to the public and one that's part of a museum, for example - they must be very different.T:Mmm. Then something else I'd like to know is…In public discussion of business, we take certain values for granted.Today, I am going to talk about four of them: collaboration, hard work, creativity and excellence. Most People would say they are all good things.I'm going to suggest that's an over-simple view.The trouble with these values is that they are theoretical concepts, removed from the reality of day-to-day business.Pursue values by all means, but be prepared for what may happen as a result.They can actually cause damage, which is not at all the intention.Business leaders generally try to do the right thing.But all too often the right thing backfires if those leaders adopt values without understanding and managing the side effects that arise.The values can easily get in the way of what is actually intended.Ok. So the first value I am going to discuss is collaboration, Er, let me give you an example.On a management training course I once attended, we were put into groups and had to construct a bridge across a stream, using building blocks that we were given.The rule was that everyone in the team had to move at least one building block during the construction.This was intended to encourage teamwork.But it was really a job best done by one person.The other teams tried to collaborate on building the structure, and descended into confusion, with everyone getting in each other's way.Our team leader solved the challenge brilliantly.She simply asked everyone in the team to move a piece a few centimeters, to comply with the rule, and then let the person in the team with an aptitude for puzzles like this build it alone.We finished before any other team.My point is that the task wasn't really suited to teamworking, so why make it one?Teamwork can also lead to inconsistency - a common cause of poor sales.In the case of a smartphone that a certain company launched, one director wanted to target the business market, and another demanded it was aimed to consumers.The company wanted both directors to be involved, so gave the product a consumer-friendly name, but marketed it to companies.The result was that it met the needs of neither group.It would have better to let one director or the other have this way, not both.Now industriousness, or hard work.It's easy to mock people who say they work hard: after all, a hamster running around in a wheel is working hard and getting nowhere.Of course hard work is valuable, but only when properly targeted.Otherwise it wastes the resources that companies value most - time and energy.And that's bad for the organization.There's a management model that groups people according to four criteria: clever, hard-working, stupid and lazy.Here 'lazy' means having a rational determination not to carry out unnecessary tasks.It doesn't mean trying to avoid work altogether.Most people display two of these characteristics, and the most valuable people are those who are both clever and lazy: they possess intellectual clarity, and they don't rush into making decisions. They come up with solutions to save the time and energy spent by the stupid and hard-working group.Instead of throwing more man-hours at a problem, the clever and lazy group looks for a more effective solution.Next we come to creativity.This often works well - creating an attention-grapping TV commercial, for example, might lead to increased sales.But it isn't always a good thing.Some advertising campaigns are remembered for their creativity, without having any effect on sales. This happened a few years ago with the launch of a chocolate bar; subsequent research showed that plenty of consumers remembered the advert, but had no idea what was being advertised.The troubles is that the creator derives pleasure from coming up with the idea, and wrongly assumes the audience for the campaign will share that feeling.A company that brings out thousands of new products may seem more creative than a company that only has a few, but it may be too creative, and make smaller profits.Creativity needs to be targeted to solve a problem that the company has identified.Just coming up with more and more novel products isn’t necessarily a good thing.And finally, excellence.We all know companies that claim they 'strive for excellence', but it takes a long time to achieve excellence.In business, being first with a product is more profitable than having the best product.A major study of company performance compared pioneers - that is, companies bringing out the first version of a particular product - with followers, the companies that copied and improved on that product.The study found that the pioneers commanded an average market share of 29 percent, while the followers achieved less than half that, only 13 percent - even though their product might have been better.Insisting on excellence in everything we do is time-consuming, wastes energy and leads to losing out on opportunities.Sometimes, second-rate work is more worthwhile than excellence."Make sure it's excellent" sounds like a good approach to business, but the "just get-started" approach is likely to be more successful.Test 6man:Good morning, Kenton Festival box office.How can I help you?woman:Oh, good morning. I'm coming to Kenton for a few days' holiday next month, and a friend told me there's a festival.She gave me this number to find out about it.man:That's right, the festival begins on the 16th of May and goes on till the 19th.woman:Oh, that's great.I'll be there from the 15th till the 19th.So could you tell me the programme, please?man:Well, on the first day, there's the opening ceremony, in the town centre.People start gathering around 2 o'clock, to get a good place to see from, and the events will start at 2.45, and finish about 5.30.woman:OK, thanks. I'll make sure I get there early to get a good spot.man:The festival will be officially opened by the mayor.He'll just speak for a few minutes, welcoming everyone to the festival.All the town councillors will be there, and of course lots of other people.woman:Right.man:Then there'll be a performance by a band.Most years we have a children's choir, but this year the local army cadets offered to perform, and they're very good.woman:Uhuh.man: After that, a community group from the town will perform a play they've written themselves, just a short one.It's about Helen Tungate.I don't know if you've heard of her?woman:I certainly have.She was a scientist years ago.man:That's right. She was born in Kenton exactly 100 years ago, so we're celebrating her centenary. woman:I'm a biologist, so I've always been interested in her.I didn't realise she came from Kenton.man:Yes. Well, all that will take place in the afternoon, and later, as the sun sets, there'll be a firework display.You should go to the park to watch, as you'll get the best view from there, and the display takes place on the opposite side of the river.It's always one of the most popular events in the festival.woman:Sounds great.woman:And what's happening on the other days?man:There are several events that go on the whole time.For example, the students of the art college have produced a number of videos, all connected with relationships between children and their grandparents.woman:That sounds interesting.It makes a change from children and parents, doesn't it!man: Exactly. Because the art college is in use for classes, throughout the festival, the videos are being shown in Handsworth House.woman:How do you spell the name?man:H-A-N-D-S-W-O-R-T-H, Handsworth House.It's close to the Town Hall.woman:Right.man:Now let me see, what else can I tell you about?woman:Are there any displays of ballet dancing?I'm particularly interested in that as I do it as a hobby.man:There isn't any ballet, I'm afraid, but there'll be a demonstration of traditional dances from all round the country.woman:Oh, that'd be nice.Where's that being held?man:It's in the market in the town centre - the outdoor one, not the covered market.And it's on at 2 and 5 every afternoon of the festival, apart from the first day.woman:Lovely. I'm interested in all kinds of dancing, so I'm sure I'll enjoy that!man:Mmm. I'm sure you will.woman:And I'd really like to go to some concerts, if there are any.man:Yes, there are several.Three performed by professionals, and one by local children.woman:And where is it being held?man:It's in the library, which is in Park Street, on the 18th, at 6.30 in the evening.woman:I presume I'll need tickets for that.man:Yes, you can book online, or you can buy them when you arrive in Kenton, either at the festival box office, or from any shops displaying our logo in the windows.woman:Well, I think that'll keep me busy for the whole of my stay in Kenton.Thank you so much for all your help.man:You're welcome, I hope you enjoy your stay.woman:Thank you. Goodbye.Right. I’ve now almost succeeded in finalising plans for our tour, so I’ll b ring you up to date with what I knowAs you know, we're flying first to Munich, on Monday the 4th.The flight is at 11.30, so it's too early to have lunch at the airport.I suggest we meet there for coffee at 10, which should give us plenty of time for breakfast before we leave home.When we arrive in Munich, we'll be met at the airport by Claus Bauer.Claus works for a tour operator, and he'll look after us for the time we'll be in Germany.He's already liaised with the managers of the theatres we're going to visit, and he's also arranged for an officer of the National Theatre in Munich to show us round the theatre one afternoon during our stay.Now last time we discussed this trip, I didn't have the precise cost for hotel rooms, but now I have. The normal rate at the hotel where we're staying is 150 euros a night for a double room.I'd hoped to get that down to 120 euros, but in fact I've been able to negotiate a rate of 110.That'll be reflected in the final payment which you'll need to make by the end of this week.On Tuesday, the day after our arrival, I had hoped we could sit in on a rehearsal at one of the theatres, but unfortunately that's proved very difficult to arrange, so instead we'll have a coach trip to one of the amazing castles in the mountains south of Munich.On Tuesday evening, we'll all have dinner together in a restaurant near our hotel.From talking to you all about your preferences, it was clear that a typical local restaurant would be too meat-oriented for some of you.Some of you suggested an Italian restaurant, but I must confess that I decided to book a Lebanese one, as we have plenty of opportunities to go to an Italian restaurant at home.On Wednesday afternoon, the director of the play we're going to see that evening will talk to us at the theatre.She'll describe the whole process of producing a play, including how she chose the actors, and, as the play we're going to see is a modern one, how she worked with the playwright.Right. Now I'd just like to make a few points about the plays we're going to see, partly because it might influence your choice of clothes to take with you!The play we're seeing on Wednesday evening is a modern one, and we're going to the premiere, so it'll be quite a dressy occasion, though of course you don't have to dress formally.I gather it's rather a multimedia production, with amazing lighting effects and a soundtrack of electronic music, though unfortunately the playwright is ill and is unlikely to be able to attend.On Thursday we're seeing a play that was first performed last year, when it was commissioned to mark a hundred years since the birth in the town of a well-known scientist.We're going to see a revival of that production, which aroused a lot of interest.Friday's play will really make you think hard about what clothes to pack, as it'll be in the garden of a palace.It's a beautiful setting, but I'd better warn you, there won't be much protection from the wind.On Saturday, we're going by coach to a theatre in another town, not far from Munich.This will be the opening of a drama festival, and the mayor and all the other dignitaries of the town will be attending.After the performance, the mayor is hosting a reception for all the audience, and there'll be a band playing traditional music of the region.And after having a day off on Sunday, our final play is on Monday, and it's in the stunning setting of the old Town Hall, which dates back to the 14th century.The performance marks the fifty years that the lead actor has been on stage, and the play is the one where he made his first professional appearance, all those years ago.And the day after that, we'll be flying back home.Now have you got any questions before I…Beth:Oh good morning. You must be James.I’m Beth Cartwright - please call me Beth.James:Thank you.Beth:Now as this is your first tutorial since you started on the Scandinavian Studies course, I'd like to find out something about you.Why did you decide to take this course?James:Well, my mother is Danish, and although we always lived in England, she used to talk about her home a lot, and that made me want to visit Denmark.We hardly ever did, though - my mother usually went on her own.But whenever her relations or friends were in England they always came to see us.Beth:I see. So I assume you already speak Danish, one of the languages you'll be studying. James:I can get by when I talk to people, though I'm not terribly accurate.Beth:Now you probably know that you'll spend the third year of the course abroad.Have you had any thoughts about that?James:I'm really looking forward to it.And although Denmark seems the obvious place to go, because of my family connections, I'd love to spend the time in Iceland.Beth:Oh, I'm sure it can be arranged.Do you have any plans for when you graduate?A lot of students go on to take a master's degree.James:I think the four years of the undergraduate course will be enough for me.I'm interested in journalism, and I quite like the idea of moving to Scandinavia and writing for magazines.I'd find that more creative than translating, which I suppose most graduates do.Beth:OK. Now how are you finding the courses you're taking this term, James?James:Well, I'm really enjoying the one on Swedish cinema.Beth:That'll continue next term, but the one on Scandinavian literature that's running at the moment will be replaced by more specialised courses.Oh, and by the way, if you're interested in watching Danish television programmes - there's going to be a course on that the term after next.James:That sounds good.Beth:Have you started thinking about the literature paper that you have to write in the next few weeks?James:Yes, my first choice would be to do something on the Icelandic sagas.Beth:Hmm. The trouble with that is that a lot of people choose that topic, and it can be difficult to get hold of the books you'll need.Why not leave that for another time?James:Right.Beth:You might find modern novels or 19th century playwrights interesting.James:I've read or seen several plays in translation, so that would be a good idea.Beth:Fine. I'll put you down for that topic.James:Right. So what would you advise me to aim at in the paper?Beth:First I suggest you avoid taking one writer and going into a great deal of detail.That approach certainly has its place, but I think you first need to get an understanding of the literature in the context of the society in which it was produced - who it was written for, how it was published, and so on.I also think that's more fruitful than placing it within the history of the genre.James:OK, that sounds reasonable.James:Could I ask for some advice about writing the paper I'm working on about the Vikings?I have to do that this week, and I'm a bit stuck.Beth:Of course. Have you decided yet what to write about?James:No, I haven't. There’s so much that seems interesting - Viking settlement in other countries, trade, mythology...Beth:Well, what I suggest is that you read an assignment a student wrote last year, which is kept in the library.It's short and well focused, and I'm sure you'll find it helpful.I'll give you the details in a moment.Textbooks usually cover so many topics, it can be very difficult to choose just one.James:OK. I've got a DVD of the film about the Vikings that came out earlier this year.Should I watch that again?Beth:If it's the one I am thinking of, hmm, I'd ignore it - it's more fantasy than reality.But I've got a recording of a documentary that you should watch.It makes some interesting and provocative points, which I think will help you to focus your topic. James:Right.James:So then should I work out an outline?Beth:Yes. Just headings for different sections, at this stage.And then you should start looking for suitable articles and books to draw on, and take notes which you organise according to those headings.James:I see.Beth:Then put short phrases and sentences as bullet points under each heading.Make sure that this skeleton makes sense and flows properly, before writing up the paper in full. James:OK. Thanks, that's very helpful.。
剑桥12 听力test 4文本
剑桥12 听力test 4文本－－－－－－－－－－－－－－－－－－－－－－－－－－－－－－－－－－－－－－－剑12 听力test 4 Section 1 (12-4-1)Hello, Pembroke Cycling Holidays, Bob speaking、Oh hello、I've seen your advert for people to lead cycle trips、oXApoEf。
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2023英语四级12月听力原文
2023英语四级12月听力原文The following is the transcript for the listening section of the December 2023 English proficiency exam (CET-4) in China. Please note that this content is for reference only and should not be used for practicing actual test questions.Part I. Conversation1. W: Hey, did you hear about the new library opening on campus next week?M: Yeah, I heard about it. It’s supposed to be astate-of-the-art facility with a huge collection of books.Q: What does the man think of the new library?2. M: I’m thinking of going to the concert on Saturday. Would you like to come with me?W: I’d love to, but I already have plans for the weekend. Maybe next time.Q: What is the woman’s response to the man’s invitation?3. W: Have you seen the latest movie everyone is talking about?M: No, not yet. Is it any good?W: It’s amazing! You have to see it to believe it.Q: What does the woman think of the latest movie?4. M: I’m thinking of changing my major to Economics. What do you think?W: That’s a great idea! I think you’ll excel in that field.Q: What does the woman think of the man’s decision?5. W: I can’t find my phone anywhere! I swear I just had it a minute ago.M: Don’t worry, I’m sure it’s aro und here somewhere. Let’s look for it together.Q: What does the man suggest they do?Part II. PassageNarrator: Good morning, everyone. Today I’m going to talk about the importance of time management for students. As a student, you have to balance your academic responsibilities with your personal life, and having good time management skills is essential for success. One way to improve your time management is to create a schedule and prioritize your tasks. This will help you stay organized and focused on what needs to be done. Another tip is to avoid procrastination as much aspossible. Procrastinating will only lead to unnecessary stress and poor performance. Lastly, make sure to take breaks and relax during your study sessions. It’s important t o give your brain time to rest and recharge. Remember, managing your time effectively is the key to academic success.Q: According to the passage, what is important for students to balance?Q: What is one tip for improving time management mentioned in the passage?Q: Why is it important for students to take breaks during study sessions?This is the end of the listening section. Please turn to the next page for the reading and writing sections. Thank you.。
2012年12月四级听力真题原文(第2套)
2012年12月四级英语听力真题原文（第一套）College English Test Band 4Short Conversation11.W: Have you finished that painting for the new student center?M: Just this morning. I’ve been working extra hours all week. You know, the building opens tomorrow.Q: What does the man mean?12.M: Do you sell camping gear?W: Yes, we have tents, sleeping bags, just about everything you might need, including stoves.Q: What is the man probably going to do?13.M: Hi Jenny. Have you talked to Mr. Wright about the new sports program?W: Well, I contacted his office half an hour ago, and his secretary said he was out for lunch until 2:00.Q: What does the woman mean?14.M: Bill says he’s not working so hard on his biology project.W: But he spends a lot of time in the lab, doesn’t he?Q: What does the woman imply about Bill?15.M: I have to say I find the new smoking regulations too strict.W: Well, they are for everyone’s health. I have no complaints.Q: What are the speakers talking about?16.W: Jack asked me to drop off this report. He’s tied up in meetings all morning.M: I was hoping he brings it in himself. I need to talk with him about it.Q: Why can’t Jack come in person?17.M: Should we invite Mr. Smith to join us for dinner this weekend? He’s just come backfrom England.W: You can have a try, but as far as I know, he seldom accepts invitations from his employees.Q: What can we infer about Mr. Smith?18.W: This place doesn’t look familiar at all. We must be lost.M: Yeah, it seems so. Let’s pull in here. While I’m filling the tank, you g o ask the way and get me something to drink, please.Q: What is the man going to do first?Long Conversation 1M: Well, did you enjoy it?W: Yes, I enjoy it much more than I thought I would.M: Really?W: Yes, I don’t usually go to science fiction films. I don’t think they are much better than comics on film, if you know what I mean.M: yes, sure. And a few years ago, they were certainly like that. But they’ve got a lot better now. W: Yes, and historical films–that’s what I really like. I never miss a goo d film set in the Middle Ages. Oh, and love stores—I never miss one on TV.M: Funnily enough, I don’t like those kinds of films at all. But to come back to this one, I personally didn’t think it was very good. It certainly wasn’t as good as other science f iction filmsI’ve seen/W: Wasn’t it?M: No, not at all. Oh, the effects were very good.W: Yes, I thought they were marvelous, especially the battle in space, incredible.M: Yes, but I was going to say I thought the acting was terrible.W: Yes, I suppose Jason was too good to be true. And what was the name of baddy?M: Cargon?W: Yeah, Cargon was really evil, wasn’t he? But I suppose that’s what these films are all about—good triumphing over evil. And the characters have to be black and white.M: Well, yes, but not always. War of worlds wasn’t like that, for example. Anyway, you enjoyed the film. That’s most important.W: Yes, I did. Thanks for taking me.19. What does the man say about science fiction films?20. What opinion do the speakers share about the film they have just seen?21. What do we learn about Jason and Cargon?Long Conversation 2M: Can I ask you about your evening class? What class do you go to?W: Car maintenance.M: What night of the week is it on?W: Wednesday night.M: And how long does it last?W: Well, it's supposed to start at 6:00, but that's a bit of problem because people have difficulty getting through the traffic. So we start at 6:30 and then it goes on until 9 o'clock.M: And what was your reason for wanting to do the class?W: Wel, I just bought my first car and I don't know anything about the cars. So I thought it was a good opportunity to learn. I guess most people in the class are in the same situation.M: Um, and what do you actually do? Do you bring the car along to the class?W: Yes, we do. And in the first part of the lesson, the first half hour, hte man who runs the class will go though some particular part of the car, and we'll learn about it. And then we spend the rest of the time, actually working on our own cars, the same problem.M: And how many peope are there in the class?W: Um, I think 16, but three quarters of them are women. It's quite interesting because the man is obviously used to teaching men. And he always starts his sentence by saying, "Wow, you chaps will know..." And then he stops and says,"Oh, and you women, you ladies, but...er..."M: Um, sounds funny.22. What does the woman say about her evening class?23. Why did the woman want ot attend the class?24. What do the peopl who attend the class do in the first part of the lesson?25. What do we learn about the participants in the class?Passage OneWe don't choose friends on the basis of how much money they have, of course, but vast differences can be disturbing to both sides. Erin, for example, is single, and earns a very good salary. Her friend, Pat, a divorced mother of three, is struggling to make ends meet. " We are both frequent theater-goers," Erin explains, " and I'd glady par for two tickets, just to have Pat'scompany at plays in concerts, but she won't go anywhere unless she can pay her own way.I hate to go alone, so we both stay home. It all seems so silly." Pat sees the situation differently. After an unhappy marriage to a man who tried to control her without considering her wishes and feelings, she says, "it's very important to me to carry my own weight. I'm not comfortable in any relationship where all I do is take."The difficult situation finally changed when Erin moved recently. Pat's children were with their father, so she took a picnic lunchto her friend's new place, then spent the day helping her unpack and get settled."I was so grateful," Erin says, "that I persuaded Pat to let me return the favour in my own way with season tickets to our little theater group. I think she's beginning to recognize that she contributes as much to our friendship as I do."26. What do we learn about Pat?27. What draws Erin and Pat together?28. What does Erin do to return Pat's favor?29. What do we learn about friendship from the passage?Passage TwoSun school in the won of Ashbert in England is a day school for children aged 10 to 18. It is based on the value of social equality between students and staff, and has few rules. Sun School believes that the healthy growth of a child is more important than academic success. It offers a variety of lessons and activities for students to choose from and free time for children to follow their own interests. Classes are small, and based on the individual needs of each child. The imetable is fixed, but democratically decided, and students makes all the decisions that affect the school, including rules, the timetable adn accepting or rejecting new stuents and teachers.Participating in these meetings gives the children an understanding of democratic decision-making and helps them develop their skills of augument and persuation. The most important advantage of the school meeting is that it shows the children that the school is really theirs. They have the right to decide on changes. And the school's success or failure depends on their decisions and their behavior.Sun School employs no cooking or cleaning staff. These jobs are done by students and teachers. Decorating and simple repairs are also done by the students. It is believed that for the school to truly belong to those who use it, they must take responsibility for its maintenance.30. What value is Sun Scholl based on?31. What is characteristic of the school's decision-making process?32. Why does Sun School ask students to do its maintenance?Passage ThreeWell, to continue, as I mentioned earlier, there is also research that demonstrates that individuals perform worse, not better, on tasks when other people are there. R. W. Harburt did an interesting experiment. He had his subjects learn a finger maze. Thi is a game in which you indicate with your finger the way through a complex system of passages or paths. The subjects who had an audience did worse than the subjects who did alone.Now how can we explain these very different results? It seemed very confusing for a long time. Social psychologist, John Roberts, finally cleared up the confusion about why people sometimes perform better and sometimes worse in front of an audience. Roberts found that the presence of an audience facilitates what you already know how to do. That is, if you know what you are doing,having an audience helps you do it better. But if you don't already know how to do something, you will probably make some mistakes and you will make mistakes for a longer time if you have an audience. That's exactly what happened to the subjects who were learning the finger maze.So, if you are doing well, having an audience increases the chances that you will continue to do well. If you are doing badly, having an audience increase the chances that you will continue to do badly. Roberts cleverly pointed out that when you are first learning something, you are better off working alone than practicing with other people.33. What did the speaker probably discuss before coming to this part of the talk?34. When does the presence of an audience facilitate your performance according to Roberts?35. What does Roberts think is a better way to learn new things?。
2023年12月四级听力文本
2023年12月大学英语四级参考真题（第一套）Section Anetworks are still in testing and trial phases.This means that a 5G network may not yet be stable enough to work on the moon’s surface.Question1: What are scientists planning to do?Question2: Why did scientists choose to set up a 4G network in their mission?News Report TwoFirefighters responded to a fire Wednesday night at an abandoned mall in Heywood.The fire was reported at 9:26 p.m.at an old shopping center on Michigan Avenue near St.Mary’s Church.Six fire engines, two trucks and two chiefs responded to the scene.Crews had the fire under control in about 45 minutes and managed to contain the fire to its point of origin.There were some people inside the building when the fire broke out, (3) but there were no reports of any injuries.Fire investigators have responded to the scene but have not yet determined the cause of the fire.Firefighters will remain on the scene until later this morning to ensure that the fire doesn’t start up again.The shopping mall had not been in use since 2023.(4)In 2023,Question6: Why does Japan limit the import of potatoes？Question7: What might affect Japanese domestic produce？Section BConversation OneM: (8) Mr.Brown’s lectures are so boring.W: Yes, he is not a very exciting speaker.But the subject is interesting.M: During every one of his lectures, I try to listen.I really try.But after about 10 minutes my mind begins to wander and I lose concentration.But I see that you seem to be OK.How do you stay focused through the entire hour?W: Well, (9-1) what I do is keep my pen moving.M: What do you mean?W: It’s a method of active concentration I read about.(9-2)One of the most effective ways to concentrate is to write things down.But it has to be done by hand, not typing on a keyboard.You see writing by hand forces you to actually engage with what you’re learning in a more physical way.M: Do you review your notes afterwards then?W: Sometimes, but that’s not important.My notes may or may not be useful but the point is that by writing down what Mr.Brand says I can follow his line of thinking more easily.In fact, sometimes I draw a little too.M: You draw in class and that helps me pay attention?W: (10) Yes, honestly it works for me.I just draw little lines and nonsense really.It was also in that article I read.It can keep the mind active, prevent getting bored and help to concentrate.Again the point is to listen hard while keeping the pen moving.（11） If I’m at home and I need to study what I do is read out loud.It has a similar effect to writing by hand.It helps memorize information in a physical way.Question8: What does the man think of Mr.Brown’s lectures?Question9: What does the woman do during Mr.Brown’s lectures?Question10: Why does the woman draw in class?Question11: What does the woman say about reading out loud?Conversation TwoM: And where is this?W: These photos are from the Taj Mahal in India.(12)We went there about ten years ago for our honeymoon.M: Was it romantic.W: Yeah.The Taj Mahal was a very romantic place.The guide told us there is a famous love story behind this building that all Indians learn in school.(13)I think it was during the 1600 and the princess at that time died while giving birth to her 14th child.The Emperor loved the princess so much and was so sad when she died that he ordered the palace to be built in her honor.M: Wow.That sounds very romantic.It looks amazing.W: Yes, it’s gorgeous.It’s also larger in real life than it looks in the photos.The building is very tall and there are gardens in a wall around it all.It’s all built in this white stone (14)And some walls of the building are decorated with jewels.M: It must have been very crowded when you were there.W: Yes, it’s a very famous tourist destination.So there are thousands of visitors every day.M: Was the rest of India crowded?W: Yes, very crowded in many cities.It was sometimes so crowded that it was difficult to walk along the streets especially through busy markets.And there are so many cars.Traffic was terrible but the people were friendly.The culture is amazing and we had a great time.M: What about the food?W: The Indian food is great.There are lots of different dishes to try and every region has its own special food.Question12: For what purpose did the woman go to India?Question13: Why was the Taj Mahal built?Question14: What does the woman say about the Taj Mahal?Question15: what is the woman’s impression of Indian cities?Section CPassage OneA Pew Research Center survey of more than 1000 Americans conducted in April 2023 finds that Americans continue to express largely positive views about the current state of their local public libraries.(16)For instance, around three quarters say that public libraries provide them with the resources they need.And 66% say the closing of their local public library would have a major impact on their community.Although notably just 33% say this would have a major impact on them personally or on their family.A majority of Americans feel libraries are doing a good job of providing a safe place for people to hang out or spend time as well as opening up educational opportunities for people of all ages (17)And roughly half think their librariescontribute “a lot” to their communities in terms of helping spark creativity among young people. And providing a trusted place for people to learn about new technologies.As in past Pew Research Center surveys of library use the April 2023 survey also measured Americans usage of and engagement with libraries.Overall, 53% of Americans ages 16 and older have had some interaction with the puppet library in the past year either through an in person visit or using a library website (18) Some 48% of adults specifically visited a library in the past 12 months, a modest increase from the 44% who said that in late 2023.Question16: What do most Americans say about local public libraries?Question17: How can local public libraries benefit young people?Question18: What does the 2023 survey show about adult library users?partnership between parents and teachers.A child’s year splits fairly neatly into thirds: a third at school, a third asleep and a third awake at home or onholiday.(25)Irrespective of the quality of a school, a child’s home life is of key importance.It is the determining factor of their academic success.Your child may have started on a new journey but your work is far from finished.Question22: How do parents feel when their children start going to school?Question23: What does the passage say about children’s education?Question24: What should parents do for the success of their children’s education?Question25: What does the passage say is the key factor of children’s academic success?。
雅思剑桥12test4听力解析
Section 11. Why was the woman visiting Cambridge? A. To take a walk along the River Cam B. To visit the Fitzwilliam Museum C. To see the Corpus Christi College Chapel Answer: C2. What did the woman like about the Corpus Christi College Chapel? A. The stained glass windows B. The wooden carvings C. The vaulted ceiling Answer: A3. What are the hours of the Fitzwilliam Museum? A. 10am-5pm, Tuesday-Sunday B. 11am-6pm, Monday-Saturday C. 12pm-7pm, Wednesday-Friday Answer: A4. What type of art does the Fitzwilliam Museum have? A. Ancient Egyptian artifacts B. Renaissance paintings C. Modern sculptures Answer: B5. What is the name of the woman’s friend? A. Sarah B. Jessica C. Emily Answer: ASection 26. What is the name of the company that the man works for? A. GreenTech B. EcoTech C. CleanTech Answer: A7. What is the name of the project that the man is working on? A. The Green Building Project B. The Sustainable Energy Project C. The Carbon Footprint Reduction Project Answer: A8. What is the purpose of the project? A. To design and construct a new office building that is environmentally friendly B. To retrofit an existing office building to make it more energy-efficient C. To develop new technologies for reducing carbon emissions Answer: A9. What are some of the features of the new office building? A. Solar panels, rainwater harvesting, and natural ventilation B. Geothermal heating and cooling, and LED lighting C. Double-glazed windows, and low-flow plumbing fixtures Answer: A10. When is the project expected to be completed? A. In 2023 B. In 2024 C. In 2025 Answer: BSection 311. What is the name of the woman who is giving the lecture? A. Dr. Sarah JonesB. Dr. Jessica SmithC. Dr. Emily Brown Answer: A12. What is the topic of the lecture? A. The history of the English language B. The structure of the English language C. The evolution of the English language Answer: C13. What are the three main periods in the history of the English language? A. Old English, Middle English, and Modern English B. Anglo-Saxon, Norman, and Middle English C. Old English, Norman, and Modern English Answer: A14. What are some of the features of Old English? A. It used a lot of Latin words B. It had a complex system of noun declensions C. It was spoken by the Anglo-Saxons Answer: C15. What are some of the features of Middle English? A. It was influenced by Norman French B. It was spoken by the Normans C. It used a lot of Old English words Answer: ASection 416. What is the name of the man who is giving the talk? A. Professor John SmithB. Professor David BrownC. Professor Michael Jones Answer: C17. What is the topic of the talk? A. The history of the computer B. The evolution of the computer C. The future of the computer Answer: C18. What were some of the early computers like? A. They were large and expensive B. They were slow and unreliable C. They used vacuum tubes Answer: C 19. What are some of the recent advances in computer technology? A. The development of microprocessors B. The invention of the internet C. The rise of artificial intelligence Answer: C20. What does the speaker predict the future of computers will be like? A. Computers will become smaller and more powerful B. Computers will become more integrated into our lives C. Computers will eventually become sentient Answer: B。
12月英语四级考试听力原文
12月英语四级考试听力原文Part 1 短对话Question 1- M：Do you remember the wonderful film on space exploration we watched together last month?- W：Sure。
It’s actually the most impressive one I’ve seen on that topic。
Q：What do we learn about the speakers?A) They admire the courage of space explorers.B) They enjoyed the movie on space exploration.C) They were going to watch a wonderful movie.D) They like doing scientific exploration very much.Question 2- W： Are you looking for anything in particular?- M：Yes. My son is graduating from high school，and I want to get him something special.Q：Where does the conversation most probably take place?A) At a gift shop.B) At a graduation ceremony.C) In the office of a travel agency.D) In a school library.Question 3- M： Mike told me yesterday that he had been looking in vain for a job in the art gallery.- W： Really? If I remember right， he had a chance to work there， but he turned it down。
Cet412月听力原文、答案与详解
Cet412月听力原文、答案与详解12月Cet-4听力原文、答案与详解Part III Listening ComprehensionSECTION A11. A) The man should visit the museums.B) S he can’t stand the hot weather.C) The beach resort is a good choice.D) She enjoys staying in Washington.M: Oh my god! The heat is simply unbearable here. I wish we’ve gone to the beach instead.W: Well, with the museums and restaurants in Washington I’ll be happy here no matter what the temperature.Q: What does the woman mean?答案：D解析：Woman最后说到I’ll be happy here no matter what the temperature. 这表明了她待在这里很愉快，很享受待在华盛顿，故选D。
12. A) Her new responsibilities in the company.B) W hat her job prospects are.C) What the customers’ feedback is.D) The director’s opinion of her work.M: How’s the new job going?W: Well, I’m learning a lo t of new things, but I wish the director would give me some feedback.Q: What does the woman want to know?答案：D解析：Woman说到but I wish the director would give me some feedback. 这表明了她希望得到director的意见(即反馈)，故选D。
剑桥真题集4-12听力答案
剑桥真题集4-12听力答案4TEST11.variety of shopping各式各样的购物2.guided tours带导游的旅行3.more than12/over12大于124.notice board n.布告牌5.13th February2月13号6.Tower of London伦敦塔7.American museum美国博物馆8.student newspaper校刊，学生报9.coal n.煤10.firewood n.柴火，木柴11.local craftsman n.当地的工匠12.Ticket Office售票处13.Gift Shop礼品店14.(main)Workshop车间，讲习班15.Showroom n.陈列室，样品间16.Cafén.咖啡厅17.cottages n.村舍18.cities/environment城市/环境19.windy adj.多风的20.humid adj.潮湿的21.shady/shaded adj.荫凉的22.dangerous adj.危险的23.leaves n.树叶24.ground level n.地面水平25.considerably reduce/decrease减小/filter过滤26.low frequency低频率27.space/room n.空间4TEST21.Cathedral n.大教堂2.Markets n.市场3.Gardens n.花园4.Art Gallery美术馆，画廊5.climb the tower爬塔6.see the view看风景7.collecting/gathering data/data collection收集数据8.Survey Research调查研究9.London University Press伦敦大学出版社10.mass media大众媒体11.academic circles学术界12.researchers n.研究人员13.specialist/specialized knowledge专业知识14.unaware adj.无意识的15.individual customers/consumers个人客户16.illegal profits不合法的利益4TEST31.Forest Road森林大道2.Academic English学术英语3.Thursday星期四4.deposit n.押金5.on a monthly basis以月为基础6.telephone/phone bill手机账单7.light/lights/lighting n.灯光8.adults n成年人9.at the Studio Theater小型戏院10.the whole family/all the family/families 11.The City Gardens城市花园12.outdoors adv.在户外13.young/younger children少年儿童14.questionnaire n.调查问卷15.approximately/about2000大约200016.Faculty of Education教育系17.halls of residence学生公寓18.living quarters住宅区19.traffic problem交通问题20.parking problem停车问题21.lecture room/halls/theaters教室22.more room for a choice of facilities更多的空间选择设备4TEST41.22nd December12月22号2.College Dining Room大学食堂3.office staff办公室职员4.students n.学生5.10th December12月10号6.coffee break/coffee breaks咖啡时间，休息时间7.set of dictionaries一系列字典8.a good dictionary一本好字典9.some music tapes一些音乐磁带10.photos/photographs n.照片11.speech n.演讲12.the nearest station最近的车站13.local history当地的历史14.local walking club当地的竞走俱乐部15.20balloons n.气球16.units of measurements/measurement units测量单位17.rock salt岩盐18.crystals n.水晶19.piece of string细线20.ordinary white light普通的白光灯21.tail n.尾巴22.ocean floor/bed/bottom海底，海床23.sense of smell嗅觉5TEST11.Whale Watch Experience鲸鱼观看体验2.by minibus n.面包车，小型公共汽车3.15people15个人4.April18th4月18号5.move around/move about移动6.brakes n.刹车7.fingers n.手指头8.satisfactory n.满意9.put it together整合，组装10.too wide太宽11.dangerous adj.危险的12.wheels n.轮子13.the best/the best buy/safe最好的购买14.sharp adj.锋利的15.full-time adj.全日制的16.a term/one term一学期17.intensive adj.加强的，集中的18.two modules两个模块19.a topic/one topic一个话题20.politics n.政治学21.learn about学习，了解22.children’s education孩子教育23.a car车24.nursing care护理25.crisis n.危机26.early twenties n.二十几岁27.confidence n.信心，自信28.money management资金管理29.low-risk investment低风险的投资5TEST21.passport photos/passport photographs护照照片2.a bank statement银行对账单3.125per year一年1254.Local papers/local newspaper当地的报纸5.a card/cards n.卡片，卡6.Friday周五/doc/accc16ef2dc58bd63186bceb19e8b8f6 7c1cef9e.html puters n.计算机8.student’s home学生的家9.have dinner/come to dinner/go to dinner10.technical vocabulary专业术语11.slang俚语12.cooperating/cooperation合作13.persuading/persuade v.说服14.editing/edit v.编辑，校订/doc/accc16ef2dc58bd63186bceb19e8b8f6 7c1cef9e.html plete v.完成16.experiment v.尝试/n.实验17.long adj.长的18.desert n.沙漠19.science n.科学20.hospital n.医院21.ship n.船22.platforms n.平台，月台23.currents/ocean currents n.洋流24.current adj.现在的，流行的25.pollution n.污染26.young people年轻人5TEST31.1.4litres/1.4liters公升2.automatic adj自动的.3.light/sky blue淡蓝色4.credit n.贷款5.Dr/Doctor n.博士，医生6.messages n.短信7.lion n.狮子8.reasonable adj.还算好的，合理的9.references n.推荐信，介绍人(referee)10.country n.国家11.weather n.天气12.5th May5月5号13.16th July/Friday16th July14.clear adj.清晰的15.(an/the)outline/(an/the)course outline课程大纲16.the2nd half后半场，后一半17.standard of teaching(teachers)教学(老师)水平18.group discussion小组讨论19.handouts n.讲义20.written work写的作业21.student support/support for children学生支持22.incineration plants焚化厂23.drop-off sites垃圾回收点24.cooking/cook v.做饭25.roads n.公路26.soil conditioner土壤调节剂27.containers n.容器，集装箱28.pencils n.铅笔29.business card商务名片5TEST41.intermediate adj.中等的/advanced adj.高级的2.North-West西北方3.vegetarian n.素食者/adj.素食的4.a real garden真正的花园5.The only guest唯一的客人6.23rd March/Monday23rd March7.clubhouse n.俱乐部会所8.picnic n.野炊9.prizes n.奖品10.Wednesday afternoons周三下午11.Sunday afternoons周日下午12.collect the fees/collect the money收集钱13.send(out/the)newsletters发时事通讯14.supervise the teams监督团队15.sales n.销售，销售额/doc/accc16ef2dc58bd63186bceb19e8b8f6 7c1cef9e.html petition n.竞争17.interest rates/rates of interest利率18.training n.训练，培训6TEST11.a keep-fit studio健身房2.swimming游泳3.yoga classes瑜伽课4.a salad bar沙拉吧5.assessment n.评估6.October19th10月19号7.Monday周一8.Thursday周四9.in advance提前10.nursery n.托儿所11.annual fee年费12.tutor n.导师，辅导员/doc/accc16ef2dc58bd63186bceb19e8b8f6 7c1cef9e.html ptops n.笔记本14.printers n.打印机15.report writing报告撰写16.marketing n.市场营销17.individual n.个人18.feed the population喂养人口19.metal goods金属货物20.leather goods皮革制品21.restrictions n.限制22.ships n.船23.England n.英格兰24.built/build v.建造25.poverty n.贫穷6TEST21.green button绿色的按钮2.library n.图书馆/doc/accc16ef2dc58bd63186bceb19e8b8f6 7c1cef9e.html cation department教育系4.castles n.城堡5.old clothes旧衣服6.bottle tops瓶子的上半部分7.Undersea Worlds海底世界8.silver paper锡箔纸9.King Street国王街10.Central railway station中心车站11.half hour/30minutes30分钟12.refreshments n.点心13.Advance ticket预付票14.seat reservations预定座位15.catalog(ue)s n.目录/doc/accc16ef2dc58bd63186bceb19e8b8f6 7c1cef9e.html puter center计算机中心17.checklist n.检查清单18.teaching experience教学经验19.classroom n.教室20.context review背景综述，背景回顾21.schools n.学校22.the year20002000年23.end of term学期末24.research n./v.研究，调查25.Great Train Robbery火车大劫案26.sound effects声音效果27.poor sound quality声音质量差6TEST31.15Riverside地名2.weeks n.周3.engineer n.工程师4.mother n.母亲5.every month每个月6.internet service网络服务7.field n.牧场，旷野，领域8.footbridge n.人行桥9.viewpoint n.观察点，观点10.Entertainment industry娱乐行业11.telephone interview电话采访12.thirty people30个人13.male and female男人和女人14.jazz n.爵士15.classical n.古典音乐/adj.经典的16.concerts n.音乐会17.department store n.百货商店18.club n.俱乐部19.Opera house歌剧院20.people n.人21.water n.水22.sand n.沙子23.Scotland苏格兰24.outside n.外部/adj.外部的25.local area当地26.tops n.顶部6TEST41.cheque/check n.支票2.10minutes’/mins’walk十分钟走路路程3.conference pack会议指南，会议资料册4.South Park Road牛津大学科学区5.library n.图书馆6.tax n.税，税金7.security n.安全8.ground floor一楼(英国)，地面层(美国)9.lecture room311教室，演讲室10.Safety at work工作安全11.Main Hall主厅12.team leader团队领导13.reference materials参考资料14.textbooks n.教科书15.Secondary school中学16.primary education小学教育17.back issues过期报刊18.overdue books过期未还的图书19.7working days7个工作日20.disease n.疾病21.wealthy n.富人/adj.富有的22.prince n.王子23.diet n.饮食24.attack humans攻击人类25.leadership n.领导能力，领导权7TEST11.taxi/cab n.出租车2.city center/centre城市中心3.wait n.等待4.door-to-door service门到门的服务5.reserve a seat预定一个座位6.17th October10月17号7.attitude/attitudes n.态度8.gender/sex n.性别9.creativity/creativeness n.创造力10.culture n.文化11.profit/profits n.利益12.stress/strain n.压力13.April四月14.children n.孩子15.repeated adj.重复的16.human n.人类17.magic n.魔法18.distance n.距离19.culture n.文化20.fire/fires n.火21.touching v.触碰22.intact adj.完整的7TEST21.27Bank Road路名2.dentist n.牙医3.Northern Star公司名4.stolen adj.被偷的5.brother-in-law n.妹夫6.travel to work开车上班7.Red Flag红旗8.City Bridge城市桥9.Newtown地名10.formal garden正式的花园11.tower restaurant塔餐厅12.views n.风景13.history n.历史14.7screen cinema7屏影院15.every20minutes每20分钟16.Central Station中心车站17.signed v.签署18.2directions两个方向19.confident ad.自信的20.vision n.视力，视野21.corrections n.修正，改正22.balance n.平衡7TEST31.business n.商业，贸易2.third year第三年3.Sports Center运动中心4.cleaner n.清洁工5.library n.图书馆6.International House国际学生公寓7.office assistant办公室助理8.answer the phone接电话9.forest n.森林10.temple n.寺庙11.waterfall n.瀑布12.village n.村庄13.cigar n.雪茄14.13different countries13个不同的国家15.activated adj.激活的16.50km(s)50千米17.temperature n.温度18.business travellers商务旅行者19.kitchen n.厨房20.world n.世界21.escape v.离开，逃离22.baby n.婴儿23.chocolate n.巧克力7TEST41.4months4个月2.Advanced English Studies高级英语学习3.young children年轻的孩子4.pets n.宠物5.seafood n.海鲜6.tennis n.网球7.train n.火车8.this/that afternoon下午9.car park停车场10.rose garden玫瑰花园11.Cafén.咖啡厅12.cycling n.骑自行车兜风13.biology lesson生物课14.viewing shelter观景棚15.assessed v.对...进行评估16.media room多媒体教室17.resource room资料室18.embassy n.大使馆19.statistics/stats n.统计资料，统计学20.water n.水21.meat n.肉22.cheese n.奶酪23.5th/new taste第五种/新口味/doc/accc16ef2dc58bd63186bceb19e8b8f6 7c1cef9e.html mon adj.普通的25.bitterness n.苦味26.minerals n.矿物质8TEST11.48North Avenue2.free drinks免费的喝的3.free refreshments免费的点心4.the piano player/pianist n.钢琴家5.25December/Christmas Day圣诞节6.car-park/parking lot停车场7.tables n.桌子8.horses n.马9.caves n.洞穴10.surface n.表面11.environment n.环境12.impacts/effects n.影响13.urban adj.城市的14.problems n.问题15.images n.图像16.patterns n.模式17.distortions n.失真，扭曲18.traffic n.交通19.weather n.天气8TEST21.First Class Mover(公司名字)2.28November11月28号3.screen n.屏幕4.bathroom n.浴室5.door n.门6.leg n.桌腿7.plates n.盘子8.The Forest Area森林区9.Fish Farm养鱼场10.Market Garden Area商品果蔬园区11.insects n.昆虫12.feeding/eating v.喂养，吃/doc/accc16ef2dc58bd63186bceb19e8b8f6 7c1cef9e.html boratory n.实验室14.water n.水15.wings n.翅膀16.reliable adj.可靠的17.accurate adj.精确的8TEST31.central adj.中心的2.2years两年3.garage n.车库4.garden n.花园5.study n.书房6.noisy adj.嘈杂的，喧闹的7.classical music concert古典音乐会8.bookshop/bookstore n.书店9.planned adj.计划的10.City Council市政委员会11.The Garden Hall花园厅12.Three Lives(电影名字)13.Faces of China(会展名字)/doc/accc16ef2dc58bd63186bceb19e8b8f6 7c1cef9e.html bination n.组合，结合15.system n.系统16.attitudes n.态度17.controls n.控制18.factory/factories n.工厂19.skills n.技能8TEST41.waiter n.服务员2.day off休息日3.break n.休息4.free meal免费的饭5.dark adj.颜色深的6.jacket n.夹克7.28June6月28号8.mid-day n.中午9.references n.推荐信，介绍人(referee)10.priority/priorities n.优先权11.timetable n.时间表12.small tasks小任务13.single paragraph单独的段落14.animal/creature n.动物15.sea/water levels海平面16.hunting v.狩猎17.creation n.创造9TEST11.answer the phone接电话2.library n.图书馆3.national holidays国家法定节假日4.after11o’clock11点以后5.clear voice清晰的声音6.think quickly反应迅速，思维敏捷7.22nd October10月22号8.branch分店9.west n.西部10.clothing n.衣服11.running facilities跑步设备12.bags n.包13.tides n.潮汐14.hearing/ears n.听力/耳朵15.plants n.植物/工厂16.animals n.动物17.fishes n.鱼18.Feeding v.喂养，吃东西19.noise/noises n.噪音20.healthy adj.健康的21.group n.组，群22.social adj.社会的，群居的23.leader n.领导者，首领/doc/accc16ef2dc58bd63186bceb19e8b8f67c1 cef9e.html work/networks n.网络9TEST21.31st March3月31号2.nursing n.护理3.no red meat n.肉4.bedsit n.卧室兼起居室5.theater/theatre n.电影院，剧院6.mature adj.成熟的7.older adj.年长的8.town n.城镇9.shared area共享区域10.trees n.树11.Friday周五12.Sunday周日13.farm n.农场14.reading n.阅读15.CD16.workbook n.练习册，工作手册17.timetable n.时间表18.schedule n.时间表，计划表19.alarm n.闹铃，警报20.email n./v.邮件，发邮件21.central adj.中心的22.conversations n.对话23.effectively adv.有效地24.levels n.层次25.description n.描述26.technical adj.技术的27.change n.改变28.responsibility n.责任，职责，义务29.flexible adj.灵活的9TEST31.sunshade n.遮阳伞，遮光蓬2.balcony n.阳台3.forests n.森林4.relative n.亲戚5.missed departure错过离开6.item n.物品7.fishing industry渔业8.statistics n.统计学，统计数据9.note-taking记笔记10.confidence n.自信，信心11.ideas n.想法12.student support service学生支持服务13.places n.地方14.be too general太笼统15.3times3次16.glass n.玻璃17.insulation n.绝缘，隔绝18.windows n.窗户19.electricity n.电20.floors n.地面21.domestic waste家庭的垃圾22.concrete n.混凝土9TEST41.baby/babies n.婴儿2.evening appointments晚上的预约3.heart n.心脏4.primary school n.小学5.ages n.年龄6.Thursday周四7.approach n.方法/v.接近8.mature adj.成熟的9.interest n.利息/v.使感兴趣10.groups n.组11.every2days每两天12.2weeks两周13.confident adj.自信的/doc/accc16ef2dc58bd63186bceb19e8b8f6 7c1cef9e.html cation system教育系统15.frog/frogs n.青蛙16.predators n.捕食者，食肉动物17.count v.数18.seed/seeds n.种子10TEST11.newspaper n.报纸2.theme parks n.主题公园3.tent n.帐篷4.castle n.城堡5.beach/beaches n.沙滩6.flight n.航班7.dinner n.晚餐8.health problem健康问题9.safety rules安全规则10.plan n.计划11.joining fee入会费12.peak hours高峰期13.guests n.客人14.photo cards照片卡15.presentation n.演讲16.model n.模型17.material/materials n.资料18.grant n.拨款19.technical adj.技术的20.gene n.基因21.power/powers n.力量22.strangers n.陌生人23.erosion n.腐蚀24.islands n.岛25.fishing v.钓鱼26.reproduction n.繁殖，复制27.method/methods n.方式，方法28.expansion n.扩展10TEST21.hairdresser n.理发师2.go to the dentist/dentist’s看医生3.lighting n.灯光4.trains n.火车5.safe adj.安全的6.shower n.洗澡7.training n.培训/doc/accc16ef2dc58bd63186bceb19e8b8f6 7c1cef9e.html petition n.竞争9.global company跨国公司10.demand n.需求11.customers n.顾客12.regulation n.条例，规则13.project n.项目，计划14.flexible adj灵活的15.leadership n.领导能力，领导权16.woman n.女人17.self-employed worker个体经营者10TEST31.Thursday周四2.red n.红色3.lunch n.午饭4.wear glasses戴眼镜5.aunt n.阿姨6.month n.月7.achievement/achievements n.成就，成绩8.personality/character n.个性，性格9.situational factor情景因素，环境因素10.friend n.朋友11.aspirations n.渴望，报复12.ambition n.志向，报复13.style n.风格14.development n.发展15.vision n.设想，构想16.structures n.结构，构造17.innovation/innovations n.创新10TEST41.East Park Flats地名2.library n.图书馆3.morning n.早上4.postbox n.邮箱5.prices n.报价6.glass n.玻璃7.cooker n.厨具8.week n.周9.fence n.围栏10.trains n.火车11.dark adj.黑暗的12.games n.游戏13.guided tour带导游的旅行/doc/accc16ef2dc58bd63186bceb19e8b8f6 7c1cef9e.html dder n.梯子15.metal/metals n.金属/adj.金属的16.space travel太空旅行17.memory n.记忆18.solar energy太阳能19.oil n.油20.waste n.垃圾21.medical tests医学检查，医学测验11TEST11.a/one hundred(and)fifteen1152.cash n.现金3.parking n.停车4.music license音乐证5.entry charge入场费6.stage door后台入口7.code n.密码8.floors n.地板9.decorations n.装饰10.animals n.动物11.tools n.工具12.shoes n.鞋子13.dogs n.狗14.conservation n.保护15.foods n.食物16.surface n.表面17.oxygen/O2n.氧气18.mammals n.哺乳动物19.ice n.冰20.decline/declining/decrease n./v.下降21.map n.地图22.migration n.迁徙23.consumption n.消耗11TEST21.hostel n.招待所，青年旅舍2.waiter n.服务员3.politics n.政治学4.cycling n.骑自行车兜风5.cinema n.剧院6.disabled people残疾人7.half past four四点半8.social context社会背景9.factory n.工厂10.canal n.运河11.bridge n.桥12.box n.盒子13.screen n.屏幕14.rubber n.橡胶15.curved adj.弯曲的16.curtains n.窗帘17.international style国际风格11TEST31.birds n.小鸟2.flowers n.花3.mushrooms n.蘑菇4.river n.河6.tiger n.老虎7.dancing v.跳舞8.crying v.哭9.grass n.草地10.scarf n.围巾11.attitude/attitudes n.态度12.numbers n.数字13.time n.时间14.minutes n.分钟15.software n.软件16.patients n.病人17.emotions/feelings n.感情，情感18.income n.收入/doc/accc16ef2dc58bd63186bceb19e8b8f6 7c1cef9e.html fortable adj.舒服的20.observation n.观察21.analysis n.分析11TEST41.secondary school中学2.flute n.长笛3.cinema n.影院，电影院4.concert n.音乐会5.market n.市场6.actor n.演员7.dry adj.干的8.hard adj.硬的9.sugar/sugars n.糖10.roots n.根11.moist/damp/wet adj.潮湿的12.variety n.多种多样，种类14.gardens/gardening n.花园，公园15.grasses n.植被，青草16.payment/payment n.报酬17.money n.钱12TEST51.steamship n.蒸汽船2.mountains n.山3.horse n.马4.garden n.花园5.lunch n.午饭6.map n.地图7.experience n.经验8.helmet n.头盔9.shops n.商店10.budget n.预算11.employment law雇佣条款12.safety n.安全13.insurance n.预防措施，保险14.diary n.日记15.database n.数据库，资料库16.museum n.博物馆17.damage n./v.损失，损坏18.side effects弊端，副作用19.bridge n.桥20.confusion n.疑惑21.smartphone n智能手机22.resources n.资源23.unnecessary adj.没必要的24.chocolate bar巧克力棒25.problem n.问题26.market share市场占有率12TEST61.16th May2.band n.乐队3.scientist n.科学家4.river n.河5.grandparents n.祖父母6.traditional dances传统舞7.outdoor adj.户外的，露天的8.logo n.标识9.bullying n.恃强欺弱的行为10.superiority n.优越性11.personality n.个性，性格12.structural conflicts结构性冲突13.absence n.缺勤14.confidence n.自信15.vision n.憧憬，幻觉，视力，视野16.democratic business model民主的公司模式17.respect n.尊重18.mediator n.调解员12TEST71.travel/travelling/traveling books旅游书2.history n.历史3.study v.学习/n.书房4.teenagers n.青少年5.kitchen n.厨房6.crime n.犯罪7.make an appointment预约8.booking n.预约9.sugar in blood血糖10.stamps n.邮票11.parking n.停车12.reduce stress降低压力13.weight control体重控制14.families n.家庭15.insects n.昆虫16.behaviour/behavior n.行为17.father n.父亲/doc/accc16ef2dc58bd63186bceb19e8b8f6 7c1cef9e.html plex/complicated adj.复杂的19.reproduction/breeding n.繁殖20.control n./v.控制,管理21.duck/ducks n.鸭子/doc/accc16ef2dc58bd63186bceb19e8b8f6 7c1cef9e.html nguage n.语言23.food n.食物24.cost/costs/price/prices n.代价25.bill/bills n.账单12TEST81.temporary job临时的工作2.doctor n.医生3.Africa n.非洲4.youth club青年俱乐部5.May五月6.cheese n.奶酪7.Tuesday周二8.talk/presentation演讲9.classification n.分类10.the worst最糟糕的11.prepare some slides准备一些片段12.issues n.话题，议题13.garden/gardens n.花园14.political matter/issue政治问题15.Work/study n.学习，功课16.fountain n.喷泉17.social sciences社会科学18.lively adj.生动的19.training n.培训20.culture n.文化21.nature of sound声音的本质22.silent adj.无声的，寂静的。
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Section A11.Man: Excuse me, do you have change for a ten-dollar note? I need to pay the parking meter. Woman: I’m sorry. But I think you can get it through the money changer, in the shopping center across the street.Question: What is the man trying to do?12.Man: Can you recommend something that a school boy of seven or eight will really like? Woman: I suggest this toy train, sir. It’s an excellent brand, very popular, all over the world these days.Question: What is the man doing?13.Woman: Do you let people know when you are taking pictures of them?Man: I try not to. You know, any picture of a person who poses for the camera would look dull and unnatural.Question: What are the speakers talking about?14.Woman: I need to talk to someone who knows Baltimore well. I’m told you lived there.Man: Oh, but I was really young at the time.Question: What does the man mean?15.Woman: Aren’t you disappointed that you didn’t get the promotion?Man: Maybe a little. But I know I need more experi ence before I’m ready for that kind of responsibility.Question: What do we learn about the man from this conversation?16.Woman: I’ve been working out the gym since January. I was a bit out of shape.Man: You look terrific! It seems that your effort has paid off.Question: What does the man imply about the woman?17.Woman: Prof. Clark suggested that I get a tutor for advanced physics.Man: Well, that might help. Advanced physics is a pretty difficult course.Question: What does the man mean?18.Woman: Bill, have you heard the latest news? It appears we two won’t be laid off after all. Man: Oh, I’m somewhat tired of working here. I’ve been wondering whether I should resign. Anyway, the news seems to be good for you.Question: How does the man feel about the news?Conversation OneWoman: Hello, Parkson college. May I help you?Man: Yes. I’m looking for information on courses in computer programming. I would need it for the fall semester.W: Do you want a day or evening course?M: Well, it would have to be an evening course since I work during the day.W: Aha. Have you taken any courses in data processing?M: No.W: Oh. Well, data processing is a course you have to take before you can take computer programming.M: Oh, I see. Well, whe n is it given? I hope it’s not on Thursdays.W: Well, there’s a class that meets on Monday evenings at seven.M: Just once a week?W: Yes. But that’s all most three hours from seven to nine forty-five.M: Oh. Well, that’s all right. I could manage that. Ho w many weeks does the course last?W: Mmmm, let me see. Twelve weeks. You start the first week in September, and finish, oh, Just before Christmas. December 21st.M: And how much is the course?W: That’s three hundred dollars including the necessary compu ter time.M: Aha. Okay. Ah, where do I go to register?W: Registration is on the second and third of September, between 6 and 9 in Frost Hall.M: Is that the round building behind the parking lot?W: Yes. That’s the one.M: Oh, I know how to get there. Is there anything that I should bring with me?W: No, just your check book.M: Well, thank you very much.W: You are very welcome. Bye!M: Bye!19. Why does the man choose to take an evening course?20. What does the man have to do before taking the course of computer programming?21. What do we learn about the schedule of the evening course?22. What does the man want to know at the end of the conversation?Conversation TwoW: So, why exactly does your job have a reputation for being stressful?M: Stress is generally driven by the feeling of being out of control of a situation, and the feeling of a situation controlling you. Trading in financial markets combines both.W: How do you relax in the evening?M: I very rarely do anything work related. So it’s easy to escape the markets. I generally go to the gym or go for a run, especially If I’ve had a bad day. I always cook a meal rather than have a takeaway. To do something my brain would regard as creative.W: Do you think what you do to relax is an effective way to beat stress?M: I don’t think there’s a specific rule about how to beat stress. I generally find that what I do is effective for me.W: Would you consider changing your job because of the high stress factor?M: I have considered leaving my job due to stress related factors. However, I do think that an element of stress is a good thing, and if used the right way, can actually be a positive thing.W: What do you enjoy about the stressful aspects of your job?M: Having said all that, I do actually enjoy an element of uncertainty. I enjoy a mental challenge. Trading generates a wide range of emotions second by second. How you deal with and manage those emotions dictates short, medium and long term trading performance and success.23. What is the man’s job?24. Why does the man prefer to cook a meal rather than have a takeaway?25. What does the man say about an element of stress in his job?Section BPassage OneSince early times, people have been fascinated with the idea of life existing somewhere else besides earth. Until recently, scientists believed that life on other planet was just a hopeful dream. But now they are beginning to locate places where life could form. In 1997, they saw evidence of planets near other stars like the sun. But scientists now think that life could be even nearer in our own solar system. One place scientists are studying very closely is Europa, a moon of Jupiter. Space probes have provided evidence that Europa has a large ocean under its surface. The probes have also made the scientists think that under its surface Europa has a rocky core giving off volcanic heat. Water and heat from volcanic activity are two basic conditions needed for life to form. A third is certain basic chemicals such as carbon, oxygen and nitrogen. Scientists believe there might be such chemicals lying at the bottom of Europa’s ocean. They may have already created life, or maybe about to. You may wonder if light is also need for life to form. Until recently, scientists thought that light was essential. But now, places have been found on earth that are in total in blackness, such as caves several miles beneath the ocean. And bacteria, primitive forms of life have been seen there. So the lack of light in Europa’s subsurface ocean doesn’t automatically rule out life forming.26. What did scientists once believe according to the passage?27. What have scientists found about Europa, a moon of Jupiter?28. What have scientists come to know recently about the formation of life?Passage TwoIn her early days as an emergency room physician, Dr. Joanna Meyer treated a child who had suffered a second degree burn. After the child had been treated, and was being prepared for discharge, Dr. Meyer talked to the parents about how they should care for the child at home, also listening to her were half a dozen family members. A few hours later, when she came to say goodbye, the family asked her to settle an argument they’ve been having over exactly what advice she had given. “As I talked to them, I was amazed.” she said, “All of them had heard the simple instructions I had given just a few hours before. But they had three or four different versions. The most basic details were unclear and confusing. I was surprised, because these were intelligent people.”This episode gave Dr. Meyer her first clue to something every doctor learns sooner or later –most people just don’t listen very well.Nowadays, she says, she repeats her instructions, and even conducts a reality check with some patients. She asks them t o tell her what they think they’re supposed to do. She also provides take-home sheets, which are computer printouts, tailored to the patients’ situation.Dr. Meyer’s listeners are not unusual. When new or difficult material is presented, almost all liste ners are faced with a challenge, because human’s speech lacks the stability and permanence of the printed word. Oral communication is fast-moving and impermanent.Question 29-31Q29. What did the child’s family members argue about in the hospital?Q30. What does Dr. Meyer do to ensure her patients understand her instructions?Q31. What does the speaker say about human speech?Passage 3It is logical to suppose that things like good labor relations, good working conditions, good wages and benefits, and job security motivate workers. But one expert, Frederick Herzberg argued that such conditions do not motivate workers, they are merely satisfiers.Motivators, in contrast, include things such as having a challenging and interesting job, recognition and responsibility. However, even with the development of computers and robotics, there are always plenty of boring, repetitive and mechanical jobs, and lots of unskilled people who have to do them. So how do managers motivate people in such jobs?One solution is to give them some responsibilities, not as individuals, but as a team. For example, some supermarkets combine office staff, the people who fill the shelves, and the people who workat the checkout into a team. And let them decide what product lines to stock, how to display them, and so on.Many people now talk about the importance of a company shared values or culture, with which all the staff can identify. For example, being the best hotel chain, or making the best, the most user friendly, or the most reliable products in a particular field. Such values are more likely to motivate workers than financial targets, which ultimately only concern a few people. Unfortunately, there is only a limited number of such goals to go around. And by definition, not all the competing companies in an industry can seriously play in to be the best.Question 32-35Q32. What can actually motivate workers according to Frederick Herzberg?Q33. What does the speaker say about jobs in the computer era?Q34. What do some supermarkets do to motivate employees?Q35. Why does the speaker say financial targets are less likely to motivate workers?Section CIn the humanities, authors write to inform you in many ways. These methods can be classified into three types of informational writing: factual, descriptive and process.Factual writing provides background information on an author, composer or artist, or on a type of music, literature or art. Examples of factual writing include notes on a book jacket, or album cover and longer pieces, such as an article describing a style of music, which you might read in a music appreciation course. This kind of writing provides a context for your study of the humanities.As its name implies, descriptive writing simply describes, or provides an image of a piece of music, art or literature. For example, descriptive writing might list the colors an artists used in the painting, or the instrument a composer included in a musical composition, so as to make pictures or sound in the readers’ m ind, by calling up specific details of the work. Descriptive writing in the humanities, particularly in literature, is often mixed with critical writing.Process writing explains a series of actions that bring about result. It tells the reader how to do something. For example, explaining the technique used to shoot a film. This kind of writing is often found in art, where understanding how an art has created a certain effect is important. Authors may actually use more than one type of technique in a given piece of informational writing.。
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College English Test Band FourPart Ⅱ Listening ComprehensionSection ANews Report OneA 16th century castle in Scotland is close to collapsing after lumps of soil were washed away by floods,threatening its foundations.On Sunday,the castle's owner John Gordon, 76,was forced to move out of his property after the River Dee swept away about 60 feet of land,leaving the castle dangerously close to the river,according to the Scottish Daily Record. Abergeldie Castle,located in Aberdeenshire,Scotland,was built by Sir Alexander Gordon of Midmar who later became the Earl of Huntly.The castle, which is located on 11,700 acres, was leased to members of the royal family between 1848 and 1970,including King Edward VII and George V.The Scottish Environment Protection Agency has issued more than 35 flood warningscovering several regions,as Scotland continues to clean upafter Storm Frank hit the country last Wednesday."This means that rivers will rise more slowly,but then stay high for much longer,"the environmental agency said.Questions 1 and 2 are based on the news reportyou have just heard.1.Wh.di.Joh.Gordo.mov.ou.o.Abergeldi.Castle?s.Wednesday?News Report TwoRescu.effort.wer.underwa.Thursda.mornin.fo.1.miner.wh.wer.stuc.i.a.elevato.belo.groun.a.C nsing.Ne.Y ork,accordin.t.Marci.Lynch,rmatio.office.wit.To mpkin.County'.emergenc.respons.department.Emergenc.worker.hav.mad.contac.wit.th.mine r.vi..radio,an.the.al.appea.t.b.uninjured,sai.Jessic.Verfuss,th.emergenc.department'.assistan. director.Crew.hav.manage.t.provid.hea.pack.an.blanket.t.th.miner.s.tha.the.ca.kee.war.durin .th.rescu.operation,Verfus.said.Detail.abou.wha.le.toth.workers.bein.trappe.i.th.elevato.were n'.immediatel.available.Th.mine.alon.Ne.York'ke,e.fo.roa.treatmentlio.ton.o.sal.tha.i.shippe.t.mor.tha.1,50.place.i.th.northeaster.Unite.States .Th.roc.sal.min.i.on.o.thre.operate.b.Cargil.wit.th.othe.twoi.Louisian.an.Ohio.Questions 3 and 4 are based on the news reportyou have just heard.3.Wha.doe.th.new.repor.sa.abou.th.sal.miners?4.Wha.di.th.rescu.tea.do?News Report ThreeThe U.S.Postal Service announced todaythat it is considering closingabout 3,700 post offices over the next yearbecause of falling revenues.Facing an $8.3 billion budget deficit this year, closing post offices is one of several proposalsthe Postal Service has put forth recently to cut st week, for example,Postmaster General Pat Donahoe announced plansto stop mail delivery on Saturdays,a move he says could save $3 billion annually."We are losing revenue as we speak,"Donahoe said."We do not want taxpayer money.We want to be self-sufficient. So like any other business,you have to make choices."Dean Granholm,the vice president for deliveryand post office operations,said the first wave of closingswould begin this fall.He estimated that about 3,000 postmasters,500 station managers andbetween 500 and 1,000 postal clerkscould lose their jobs.Questions 5 to 7 are based on the news reportyou have just heard.5.Wha.i.th.U.S.Posta.Servic.plannin.t.do?6.Wha.measur.ha.bee.planne.t.sav.costs?7.Wha.wil.happe.whe.th.propose.measurecome.int.effect?Section BConversation OneM: Mrs.Hampton, we've got trouble in the press room this morning.W: Oh dear, what about?M: One of the press operators arrived an hour and a half late.W.Bu.that'..straightforwar.affair.H.wil.simpl.los.par.o.hi.pay.That'.wh.w.hav..clock-i.system.M: But the point is the man was clocked inat 8 o'clock.We have John standing by the time clock,and he swears he saw nothing irregular.W: Is John reliable?M: Yes, he is.That's why we chose him for the job.W: Have you spoken to the man who was late?M: Not yet.I thought I'd have a word with you first.He's a difficult man,and I think there's been some troubleon the shop floor.I've got a feeling that trade union representative is behind this.The manager told me thatJack Green's been very active around the shop the last few days.W: Well, what do you want me to do?M: I was wondering if you'd see Smith—the man who was late—because you are so much better at handling things like this.W: Oh, alright.I'll see him.I must say I agree with youabout there being bad feelings in the works.I've had the idea for some timethat Jack Green's been busy stirring things up in connection with the latest wage claim.He's always trying to make trouble.Well, I'll get the manager to send Smith up here.Questions 8 to 11 are based on the conversation you have just heard.8.Wha.wil.happe.t.th.pres.operatorwho was late for work according to the woman?9.Wha.doe.th.ma.sa.abou.Joh.wh.stand.b.th.tim.clock?te?11.Wha.doe.th.woma.sa.abou.Jac.Green?Conversation TwoW: Our topic today is about something that foreigners nearly always say when they visit Britain.It's "Why are the British so cold?"And they're talking aboutthe British personality—the famous British “reserve”.It means that we aren't very friendly...we aren'tvery open.M: So, do you think it's true?W: It's a difficult one.So many people who visit Britain sayit's difficult to make friendswith British people.They say we're cold, reserved,unfriendly...M..thin.it'nguage,bu.they'r.muc.mor.o pen.An.yo.se.i.whe.yo.travel,people—.mea.strangers—spea.t.yo.o.th.stree.o.o.th.train.Britis.peopl.seldo.spea.o.th.train,o.th.bus.No.i.London.anywa y.W."No.i.London".That'.it.Capita.citie.ar.ful.o.touristsan.ar.neve.friendly.Peopl.ar.differen.i.o the.part.o.th.country.pletely..me..woma.once.a.Italian.She'.bee.workin.i.Mancheste.fo.tw.years,an.n.one —no.on.o.he.colleagues—ha.eve.invite.he.t.thei.home.The.wer.friendl.t.he.a.work,bu.nothin.else.Sh.couldn'.believ.it.Sh .sai.tha.woul.neve.happe.i.Italy.W: You know what they say—"an Englishman's home is his castle".It's really difficult to get inside.M.Yeah.It'.abou.bein.private.Yo.g.hom.t.you.hous.an.you.garde.an.yo.clos.th.door.It'.you.pla ce.W: That's why the British don't like flats.They prefer to live in houses.M: That's true.Questions 12 to 15 are based on the conversationyou have just heard.12.Wha.d.foreigner.generall.thin.o.Britis.peopl.accordin.t.th.woman?13.Wha.ma.Britis.peopl.typicall.d.o..trai.accordin.t.th.man?14.Wha.doe.th.ma.sa.abou.th.Italia.woma.workin.i.Manchester?15.Wh.d.Britis.peopl.prefe.house.t.flats?Section CPassage OneIn college, time is scarce,and consequently, very precious.At the same time,expenses in college pile up surprisingly quickly.A part-time job is a good wayto balance costs while ensuring there is enough time left overfo both academic subjectsand after-class activities.If you are a college studentlooking for a part-time job,the best place to start your job searchis right on campus.There are tons of on-campus job opportunities,and as a student,you'll automatically be given hiring priority.Plus, on-campus jobs eliminate commuting time,and could be a great wayto connect with academic and professional resources at your university. Check with your school's careers serviceor employment office for helpto find a campus job. Of course, there are opportunitiesfor part-time work off-campus, too.If you spend a little timedigging for the right part-time jobs,you’ll save yourself time—when you find a job thatleaves you with enough time—to get your school work done, too.If you are a college tudentlooking for work but worriedyou won't have enough timeto devote to academic ubjects,consider working as a study hallor library monitor.Responsibilities generally include supervising study spaces to ensurethat a quiet atmosphere is maintained.It's a pretty easy job,but one with lots of downtime—which means you’ll have plenty of timeto catch up on eading,do homework or study for an exam.Questions 16 to 18 are based on the passageyou have just heard.16.Wha.doe.th.speake.sa.abou.colleg.student.applyin.fo.on-campu.jobs?17.Wha.ca.student.d.t.fin..campu.jo.accordin.t.th.speaker?18.Wha.doe.th.speake.sa.i..librar.monitor'.responsibility?Passage TwoAgricultural workers in green tea fields near Mt.Kenya are gathering the tea leaves.I.i.beautifu.t.see.Th.row.o.te.bushe.ar.straight.Al.appear.t.b.well.Bu.th.farmer.wh.plante.th.bushesar.worried.Nelso.Kibar.i.on.o.them.H.ha.bee.growin.te.i.th.Kerugoy.areafo.4.years.H.sa y.th.price.thi.yearhav.bee.s.lo.tha.h.ha.mad.almos.n.profit.H.say.h.mus.gro.differen.kind.o.te ai.h.i.t.survive.Mr.Kibar.an.hundred.o.othe.farmershav.bee.removin.som.o.thei.te.bushesan. plantin..ne.kin.o.teadevelope.b.th.Te.Researc.Foundatio.o.Kenya.It.leave.ar.purpl.an.brown. Whe.th.te.i.boiled,th.drin.ha..purpl.color.Medical researchers have studiedthe health benefits of the new tea.They say it is healthier than green teaand could be sold for a pricethat is three to four timeshigher than the price of green tea.But Mr.Kibara sayshe has not received a higher pricefor his purple tea crop.He says the market for the tea is unstable.And he is often forcedto sell his purple teafor the same price as green tea leaves.He says there are not enough buyerswilling to pay more for the purple tea.Questions 19 to 21 are based on the passageyou have just heard19.Wh.hav.te.farmer.i.Kenyadecide.t.gro.purpl.tea?20.Wha.d.researcher.sa.abou.purpl.tea?21.Wha.doe.Mr.Kibar.fin.abou.purpl.tea?Passage ThreeToday's consumers want beautifulhandcrafted objects to wearand to have for their home environment.They prefer something uniqueand they demand quality.Craftsmen today are meeting this demand.People and homes are showing great changeas more and more unique handcrafted itemsbecome available.Handicrafts are big business.No longer does a good craftsman haveto work in a job he dislikes all day,and then tries to create at night.He has earned his professional status.He is now a respected member of society.Part of the fun of being a craftsmanis meeting other craftsmen.They love to share their ideas and materialsand help others find markets for their work.Craftsmen have helped educate consumersto make wise choices.They help them becomeaware of design and technique.They help them relate their choiceto its intended use.They often involve consumersin trying the craft themselves.When a group of craftsmenexpands to include more members,a small craft organization is formed.Such an organization does a lotin training workshops in special media,crafts marketing techniques,crafts fairs and sales, festivals,TV appearances and demonstrations. State art councils help sponsor local artsand crafts festivalswhich draw crowds of tourist consumers.This boosts the local economy considerablybecause tourists not only buy crafts, but they also use the restaurantsand hotels and other services of the area.Questions 22 to 25 are based on the passageyou have just heard.22.Wha.doe.th.speake.sayabou.today'.consumers?23.Wha.doe.th.speake.sayabou.goo.craftsme.i.th.past?24.Wha.d.craftsme.hel.consumer.do?25.Wh.d.stat.ar.council.helpsponso.loca.art.an.craft.festivals?Thi.i.th.en.o.listeni prehension.。
CET-42012.12听力原文
CET-4 2012.12 听力原文Section ADirections: in this section you will hear 8 short conversations, one or more questions will be asked about what was said. Both the conversation and the questions will be spoken only once. After each question there will be a pause. During the pause, you must read the four choices marked A)、B）、C）and D)、and decide which is the best answer. Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer sheet 2 with a single line through the center.11.W: I just heard about a really beautiful park in the east end of the town. There are a lot of roses in bloom.M: Why don’t we walk over there and see for ourselves?Q: What will the speakers probably do?12.M: My presentation is scheduled for 9:30 tomorrow morning at the lecture hall. I hope to see you there.W: Oh, sorry. I was about to tell you that I have an appointment with my dentist at 9:00 o‟clock tomorrow.Q: What do we learn about the woman?13.W: How long have you been running this company?M: Twenty years if you can believe that. I brought it from a small operation to what it is today. Q: What do we learn about the man?14.M: Have you read the news on the campus net? Susan has won the scholarship for next year. W: I knew she would from the very beginning. Such a brilliant and diligent girl! She certainly deserves it. Q: What does the woman mean?15.W: Taking a bus to Miami, it’s cheaper than going by train.M: That’s true. But I’d rather pay a little more for the added comfort and convenience.Q: What does the man mean?16.M: I think it’s time we got rid of all this old furniture.W: You’re right. We need to promote our image besides it‟s not a real antique.Q: What do the speakers mean?17.M: That was some storm yesterday. How was I afraid I couldn’t make it home?W: Yeah, most of the roads to my house were flooded. I didn’t get home from the lab until midnight.Q: What do we learn from the conversation?18.W: My boys are always complaining that they’re bored.M: Why don’t you get them into some team sports? My son and daughter play soccer every Saturday. And they both look forward to it all week.Q: What does the man mean?Conversation OneW: So John, I hear you and Arthur share a job, don’t you?M: Yes. We’ve shared a sales job at Sonatech for about two years now. W: Well, how do you divide up your schedule?M: You know we are both sales representatives, and we take orders over the phone. When we started job sharing it was difficult, because we both worked all day Monday. I worked Tuesday and Thursday and Arthur worked Wednesday and Friday. The problem was that when I was in the office on Tuesday. I would talk to people, and then they would call back on Wednesday with a question. But Arthur couldn’t answer the question and he couldn’t ask me about it because I wasn’t in the office. So he had to ask the people to call me back the next day, Thursday. Of course, they didn’t like to wait until the next day to have their questions answered.W: Yes, that sounds like a problem.M: So, finally we decided that Arthur would work in the mornings and I would work in the afternoons. Now if someone calls with the question for me in the morning, Arthur tells them to call me in the afternoon. This way, people get their questions answered the same day. W: What do you do about vacations?M: Well, Sonatech gives the usual two weeks of vacation to full-time employees, I take a week and Arthur takes a week.W: It sounds like job sharing has worked out well for you. M: Yes, it has. We are both happy with it.Q19. What do John and author do at Sonatech?Q20. What problem did John and Arthur have when they started job sharing?Q21. What does John say about their annual vacation?Conversation TwoW: May I see your license, please? M: But officer, did I do something wrong?W: Do you mean to say you didn’t see the speed limit sign back there? M: Um, no, madam, I guess I didn’t.W: In other words, you drove by too fast to read it. The sign says 35m/h. A school is just nearby, you know?M: Don’t get me wrong, but my speedometer didn’t read much faster than that. W: Then, why is it that my radar showed you are going 45? Let me put it another way. I’m going to give you a ticket. Again, may I see your license, please? M: Here it is, officer. But let me explain. I was late for an important appointment and I was worried that I wouldn’t make it on time. So...W: Uha, just a minute, here. Your license is no longer valid. You should have renewed it two weeks ago. I’m going to have to write you up for that, too. M: What? Really?W: Your license becomes invalid on your birthday and that was two weeks ago according to the date here. You are in violation of the law—driving without a valid license.M: I’m sorry, madam. I hadn’t realized that.W: Here’s the ticket for not having a valid license. But I’m only going to give you a warning about exceeding the speed limit. Be careful next time. M: Yes, madam, officer, I will. Thank you.Q22. Where was the man stopped by the police officer?Q23. What did the man claim about the speed limit sign?Q24. What did the woman say about the man’s driving license?Q25. What was the man’s penalty?Section BPassage 1Since I started working part-time at a grocery store, I have learned that a customer is more than someone who buy something. To me, a customer is a person whose memory fails entirely once he or she starts to push a shopping card. One of the first things customers forget is how to count. There is no other way to explain how so many people get in their express line, which is clearly marked 15 items or less, with 20, 25 or even a cart load of items. Customers also forget why they came to the store in the first place. Just as I finish ringing up an order, a customer will say, “Oops, I forgot to pick up a fresh loaf of bread. I hope you don’t mind waiting while I go get it.” Five minutes later, he’s back with the bread, a bottle of milk, and three rolls of paper towels. Strange is that seems customers also seem to forget that they have to pay for their groceries. Instead of writing a check or looking for a credit card while I am ringing up the groceries, my customers will wait until I announce the total. Then, in surprise, she says, “Oh no, what did I do with my check book?” After 5 minutes of digging through her purse, she borrows my pen because she’s forgotten hers. But I have to be tolerant of customers because they pay my salary, and that’s something I can’t afford to forget.Q26. What does the speaker say about customers‟ entering the grocery store?Q27. Which customers are supposed to be in the express line?Q28. What does the speaker say some customers do when they arrive at the check-out counter? Q29. What does the speaker say about his job at the end of the talk?Passage 2The speech delivery style of Europeans and Asians tends to be very formal. Speakers of these cultures often read oral presentations from carefully retain manual scripts. On the other hand, American speakers are generally more informal relative to speakers and other cultures. American audiences prefer natural, spontaneous delivery that conveys a lively sense of communication. They don’t relay well to speakers who read from a manual script. If you use an outline of your ideas instead of a prepare text, your speech will not only sound more natural, but you will also be able to establish better relationship with your listeners and keep their attention. The language and style you use when making an oral presentation should not be the same as the language in style you use when writing. Well retain information, that is meant to be read, does not work as well when it is heard. It is, therefore, important for you to adapt retain texts or outlines for presentations. Good speakers are much more informal when speaking than when writing. They also use their own words and develop their own speaking styles. Whenever possible, they use short words. Listeners are appreciated when speakers use simple, everyday words in a presentation. One advantage is that it is much easier for speakers to pronounce short words correctly. Another is that long and sophisticated vocabulary choices make listening more difficult.Question 30 to 3230. What does the speaker say American audiences prefer?31. What should one pay attention to when making an oral presentation?32. What does the speaker focus on in the talk?Passage 3A child learning to talk does not learn by being corrected all the time. If corrected too much, he will stop talking. He compares a thousand times a day the difference between language as he uses it and language as those around him use it. Bit by bit, he makes the necessary changes to make his language like other people’s. In the same way, kids learning to do all the other things they learn without adult teachers, to walk, run, climb, ride a bike, play games, compare their own performance with what more skilled people do, and slowly make the needed changes. But in school we never give a child a chance to detect his mistakes. We do it all for him. We act as if we thought he would never notice a mistake unless it was pointed out to him. Soon he becomes dependent on the expert. We should let him do it himself. Let him figure out, with the help of other children if he wants it, what this word says, what is the answer to that problem, whether this is a good way of saying or doing this or that.If right answers need to be given, as in mathematics or science, give him the answer book. Let him correct his own papers. Why should we teachers waste time on such tedious work? Our job should be to help the children when they tell u s that they can’t find the way to get the right answer.Question 33 to 35 are based on the passage you have just heard.Q33 How does a child learn to do something according to the speaker?Q34 What belief do teachers commonly hold according to the speaker?Q35 What does the speaker imply about the current way of teaching?Section CTime is, for the average American, of utmost importance. To the foreign visitor, Americans seem to be more concerned with getting things accomplished on time (according to a predetermined schedule) than they are with developing deep interpersonal relations. Schedules, for the American, are meant to be planned and then followed in the smallest detail.It may seem to you that most Americans are completely controlled by the little machines they wear on their wrists, cutting their discussions off abruptly to make it to their next appointment on time.Americans’ language is filled with references to time, giving a clear indication of how much it is valued. Time is s omething to be “on,” to be “kept,” “filled,” “saved,” “wasted,” “gained,” “planned,” “given,” “made the most of,” even “killed.”The international visitor soon learns that it is considered very rude to be late -- even by 10 minutes -- for an appointment in America.Time is so valued in America, because by considering time to be important one can clearly achieve more than if one “wastes” time and doesn’t keep busy. This philosophy has proven its worth. It has enabled Americans to be extremely productive, and productivity itself is highly valued in America. Many American proverbs stress the value of guarding time, using it wisely, and setting and working toward specific goals. Americans believe in spending their time andenergy today so that the fruits of their labor may be enjoyed at a later time.。
2012年英语专四真题TEM4真题听力原文及答案解析[整理打印版]
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2012年英语专四真题TEM4真题听力原文及答案解析[整理打印版]TEST FOR ENGLISH MAJORS (2012)-GRADE FOUR-TIME LIMIT: 135 MIN PART I DICTATION（15 MIN）Listen to the following passage. Altogether the passage will be read to you four times. During the first reading, which will be done at normal speed, listen and try to understand the meaning. For the second and third readings, the passage will be read sentence by sentence, or phrase by phrase, with intervals of 15 seconds. The last reading will be done at normal speed again and during this time you should check your work. Y ou will then be given 2 minutes to check through your work once more.Please write the whole passage on ANSWER SHEET ONE.PART II LISTENING COMPREHENSION（20 MIN）In Sections A, B and C you will hear everything ONCE ONLY. Listen carefully and then answer the questions that follow. Mark the best answer to each question on Answer Sheet Two.SECTION A CONVERSATIONSIn this section you will hear several conversations. Listen to the conversations carefully and then answer the questions that follow.Questions 1 to 3 are based on the following conversation. At the end of the conversation, you will be given 15 seconds to answer the questions. Now, listen to the conversation.1. The Ethical Consumer Research Association will provide information to shoppers on _______.A. product priceB. product qualityC. manufacturersD. production methods2. According to the conversation, an ethical shopper should _______.A. ask for others’ advice before buying thingsB. consider the worth of something to be boughtC. postpone buying things whenever possibleD. search for things that are less costly3. According to the conversation, ethical shoppers can be best described as _______.A. shrewdB. thriftyC. extravagantD. cautiousQuestions 4 to 7 are based on the following conversation. At the end of the conversation, you will be given 20 seconds to answer the questions. Now, listen to the conversation.4. Which of the following statements is CORRECT about Mary?A. She is enjoying her language study.B. She is enjoying her management study.C. She is not feeling very well at the moment.D. She is not happy about her study pressure.5. What does Marry think of the course initially?A. It is useful.B. It is difficult.C. It is challenging.D. It is interesting.6. What is Mary’s problem of living in a family house?A. She dislikes the food she eats.B. She is unable to sleep well.C. She has no chance to make friends.D. She finds the rent high.7. Which of the following is Mr. Davies’ advice?A. To try to make more friendsB. To try to change accommodationC. To spend more time on EnglishD. To stop attending language classesQuestions 8 to 10 are based on the following conversation. At the end of the conversation, you will be given 15 seconds to answer the questions. Now listen to the conversation.8. According to the conversation, the day is special because _______.A. many people are surfing the net on that dayB. it is an anniversary of the internetC. the net brought about no changes until that dayD. big changes will take place on that day9. We learn from the conversation that people _______.A. cannot live without the internetB. cannot work without the internetC. all use the internet to keep in touchD. have varied opinions about internet use10. At the end of the conversation, the speakers talk about _______.A. the future of the internetB. the type of office furnitureC. when changes will comeD. how people will use the internetSECTION B PASSAGESIn this section, you will hear several passages. Listen to the passages carefully and then answer the questions that follow.Questions 11 to 13 are based on the following passage. At the end of the passage, you will be given 15 seconds to answer the questions. Now, listen to the passage.11. In order to open a bank account, you need to produce _______ in addition to your passport.A. a library cardB. a registration formC. a telephone billD. a receipt12. Which of the following might NOT be included in the “utility bill”?A. Rent.B. Gas.C. Water.D. Telephone.Questions 14 to 17 are based on the following passage. At the end of the passage, you will be given 20 seconds to answer the questions. Now, listen to the passage.14. According to the passage, “schedule” means that you _______.A. need to be efficient in workB. plan your work properlyC. try to finish work ahead of timeD. know how to work in teams15. According to the passage, one of the activities to relax could be _______.A. protecting wild animalsB. spending time with your familyC. learning how to read efficientlyD. learning how to do gardening16. One of the ways to reduce stress is to _______.A. do better than anyone elseB. fulfill high ambitions in one’s workC. work and have reasonable aimsD. start with a relatively low aim17. According to the passage, to reduce stress has something to do with the following EXCEPT _______.A. one’s positionB. one’s interestC. one’s healthD. one’s moodQuestions 18 to 20 are based on the following passage. At the end of the passage, you will be given 15 seconds to answer the questions. Now, listen to the passage.18. According to the passage, new words tend to come from _______.A. world politicsB. advances in scienceC. areas of lifeD. all the above19. The passage explains the larger and richer vocabulary of English mainly from a _______ viewpoint.A. historicalB. culturalC. commercialD. colonial20. According to the passage, which of the following statements best describes the English language?A. It is outdated in grammar.B. It accepts new words from science.C. It has begun taking in new words.D. It tends to embrace new words.SECTION C NEWS BROADCASTIn this section, you will hear several news items. Listen to them carefully and then answer the questions that follow.Questions 21 and 22 are based on the following news. At the end of the news item, you will be given 10 seconds to answer the questions. Now. listen to the news.21. Where was the marble statue found?A. Out in the sea.B. Inside a bath house.C.On a cliff along the coast.D.On the coast outside Jerusalem.22. Which of the following best describes the condition of the statue?A. It was incomplete.B. It was recent artwork.C. It was fairly tall.D. It was in pieces.Questions 23 and 24 are based on the following news. At the end of the news item, you will be given 10 seconds to answer the questions. Now, listen to the news.23.The rescue efforts concentrated mainly on _______.A. the U.S.-Canada borderB. snow-stricken regionsC. highwaysD. city streets24. According to the news, the last group of people might have been stranded in their vehicles for more than _______ hours before being rescued.A.24B. 25C. 40D. 48Questions 25 and 26 are based on the following news. At the end of the news item, you will be given 10 seconds to answer the questions. Now, listen to the news.25. According to the 2006 anti-smoking restrictions, smoking was NOT allowed in _______.A. officesB. restaurantsC. barsD. school playgrounds26. According to the news, which of the following groups reacts negatively to the new law?A. Television producers.B. Hotel owners.C. Medical workers.D. Hospital management.Questions 27 and 28 are based on the following news. At the end of the news item, you will be given 10 seconds to answer the questions. Now, listen to the news.27. According to the news, who first discovered the fraud?A. A client.B. A bank manager.C. The police.D. Bank headquarters.28. When did the bank employee hand himself in?A. A month before the fraud was discovered.B. A day before the fraud was discovered.C. A day after the police launched investigation.D. A month after he transferred the money.Questions 29 is based on the following news. At the end of the news item, you will be given 5 seconds to answer the question. Now, listen to the news.29. What is this news item mainly about?A. How to open Hotmail accounts.B. How to retrieve missing e-mails.C. New e-mail service by Microsoft.D. Problems and complaints about e-mails.Questions 30 is based on the following news. At the end of the news item, you will be given 5 seconds to answer the question. Now, listen to the news.30. Compared with 2009, which of the following figures remained about the same in 2010?A. Number of tickets sold.B. Box office revenues.C. Attendance rate.D. Number of cinemas.Decide which of the choices given below would best complete the passage if inserted in the corresponding blanks. Mark the best choice for each blank on ANSWER SHEET TWO.The earthquake of 26th December 2004 resulted in one of the worst natural disasters in living memory. It was a (31)____ underwater quake and occurred in the Indian Ocean. It (32)____ coastlines, communities and brought death and destruction to many people.Why do earthquakes happen?The surface of the earth has not always looked as it does today; it is moving (33)____(although very slowly) and has doneso for billions of years. This is one (34)____ of earthquakes, when one section the earth (tectonic plate) (35)____ another. Scientists can predict where but not (36)____ this might happen and the area between plates is called a fault line. On one fault line in Kobe, Japan in 1923 over 200,000 people were killed. (37)____, earthquakes do not always happen on fault lines, (38)____ is why they are so dangerous and (39)____.Where do volcanoes happen?Volcanoes happen where th e earth’s (40)____ is thin: lava, dust and gases (41)____ from beneath the earth. They can rise into a massive cone shape like a mountain and erupt, (42)____ they can be so violent (43)____ they just explode directly from the earth with no warning. There a re 1511 (44)‘____’ volcanoes in the world. This means that they may (45)___ be dangerous. In 1985 the massive Colombian volcano Nevado del Ruiz erupted. The lava melted a glacier and sent tones of mud (46)____ the town below. Twenty thousand people died.Natural disasters like volcanic eruptions are often unpredictable. We regularly do not know when they (47)____ happen, or (48)____ where they will happen. In the future, scientists may be able to watch and predict (49)____ before they happen. This could (50)____ many lives.31. A. massive B. significant C. great D. grand32. A. changed B. converted C. destroyed D. transformed33. A. frequently B. continuously C. regularly D. periodically34. A. source B. reason C. movement D. cause35. A. collides with B. confronts with C. meets with D. faces with36. A. how B. why C. when D. what37. A. Generally B. However C. Similarly D. Anyway38. A. that B. it C. this D. which39. A. unpredictable B. unaccountable C. inevitable D. irresistible40. A. surface B. appearance C. crust D. cover41. A. flowed out B. burst out C. leaked out D. trickled out42. A. or B. and C. nor D. but43. A. like B. for C. as D. that44. A. living B. active C. alive D. live45. A. relatively B. hardly C. still D. gradually46. A. down B. on C. across D. beyond47. A. are to B. should C. must D. might48. A. else B. even C. though D. whether49. A. accidents B. incidents C. occasions D. events50. A. rescue B. save C. preserve D. shelterPART IV GRAMMAR & VOCABULARY（15 MIN）There are thirty sentences in this section. Beneath each sentence there are four words or phrases marked A, B, C and D. Choose one word or phrase that best completes the sentence. Mark your answers on ANSWER SHEET TWO.51. Which of the following sentences is INCORRECT?A. Twenty miles seems like a long walk to him.B. No one except his supporters agree with him.C. Neither Julia nor I were going to the party.D. Few students in my class are really lazy.52. Which of the following determiners(限定词) can be placed before both singular count nouns and plural count nouns?A. many aB. fewC. suchD. the next53. Which of the following reflexive pronouns(反身代词) is used as an appositive(同位语)?A. He promised himself rapid progress.B. The manager herself will interview Mary.C. I have nothing to say for myself.D. They quarreled themselves red in the face.54. My boss ordered that the legal documents _____ to him before lunch.A. be sentB. were sentC. were to be sentD. must be sent55. Which of the following sentences expresses WILLINGNESS?A. By now she will be eating dinner.B. I shall never do that again.C. My brother will help you with the luggage.D. You shall get a promotion.56. Which of the following sentences is INCORRECT?A. How strange feelings they are!B. How dare you speak to me like that!C. You must give it back to whoever it belongs to.D. It is clear that the crime was done deliberately.58. Which of the italicized parts functions as an object?A. He doesn’t like the idea of my speaking at the meeting.B. It is no use your pretending not to know the matter.C. My parents strongly object to my going out alone at night.D. Her falling into the river was the climax of the whole trip.59. All the following sentences have an appositive EXCEPT _____.A. She bought herself a pair of new shoesB. Only one problem still remains—the foodC. My friends all understand and support meD. She liked her current job, teaching English60. Which of the following best explains the meaning of “Shall we buy the tickets first”?A. He said that we were going to buy the tickets first.B. He requested that we buy the tickets first..C. He suggested that we buy the tickets first.D. He advised us to buy the tickets first.61. Which of the following contains an adverbial clause of cause?A. I got a job as soon as I left university.B. As there was no answer, I wrote again.C. You must do the exercises as I show you.D. Wealthy as he is, Mark is not a happy man.62. Which of the following prepositional phrases can function as an adverbial?A. Are yo u sure of Simon’s disappearance?B. The man with a beard is talking to the manager.C. Every precaution was taken against the failure of the plan.D. Despite the rain, everyone enjoyed the trip.63. A: Mother, you promised to take me out. B: Well, _____A. so I did!B. so did I.C. so I do!D. so do I.64. Which of the following prepositional phrases is an adverbial of concession?A. They used the box for keeping treasures.B. I stepped aside for her to get in first.C. For all that he seems to dislike me, I still like him.D. The parents bought a birthday cake for their son.65. Which of the following sentences is INCORRECT?A. Poultry are very expensive in the city.B. New machinery were introduced in the factory.C. The police are investigating the murder case.D. The militia were called out to rescue flood victims.66. The girl cannot come to school today on account of the flu. The underlined part means _____.A. concerningB. because ofC. as toD. for67. Mary and John are busy looking for a hotel for their wedding _____.A. medalB. snackC. refreshmentD. banquet68. Mini-skirts first _____ in the 1960s.A. caught outB. caught inC. caught onD. caught up69. That outburst at the meeting was _____ of his bad temper.A. illustrativeB. explanatoryC. expositoryD. revealing70. The earthquake refugees are _____ for food and blankets.A. desirousB. ambitiousC. seriously offD. badly off71. When Linda heard the good news she tried to sound casual, but her excitement was obvious. The underlined word means_____.A. uncaringB. disinterestedC. without planD. without warning72. Most Chinese people went to work by bike within living _____.A. mindB. knowledgeC. memoryD. scope73. The speaker was very good at _____ his ideas during the discussion.A. putting asideB. putting acrossC. putting backD. putting off74. The food is good at this hotel, but the _____ is poor; the waiters don’t seem to be well trained.A. maintenanceB. repairC. chargeD. service75. Slavery was _____ in America in the 19th century.A. abolishedB. cancelledC. abandonedD. terminated76. Mercifully, I was able to complete all I had to do within a few days. The underlined part means _____.A. efficientlyB. surprisinglyC. fortunatelyD. shortly77. The boys in the dorm ____ a coin to decide who would clean the floor.A. heldB. tossedC. putD. collected78. The patterns of spoken language are _____ from those of writing.A. distinctB. distinctiveC. distinguishedD. distinguishing79. A(n) _____ shape has four straight side s at 90°to each other, two of which are much longer than the other two.A. squareB. ovalC. oblongD. circular80. I’d like to have a _____ word with his parents.A. peacefulB. quietC. silentD. personalPART V READING COMPREHENSION（25 MIN）In this section there are four passages followed by questions or unfinished statements, each with four suggested answers marked A, B, C and D. Choose the one that you think is the best answer. Mark your answers on ANSWER SHEET TWO.be polite, and it is important to make a good impression upon other people—especially across national divides.So, what exactly are you supposed to say when “thank you” is only the 20th most popular way to express gratitude? According to a recent survey, 19 other ways of expressing appre ciation finished ahead of “thank you”in a poll of 3,000 people.Pollsters found almost half of those asked preferred the more informal “cheers”, while others liked to use such expressions as “ta”, “great” and “nice one”.So, just what is the appropriate form of words to express your thanks?Fortunately, the clue is in the language itself. “Cheers”, despite its popularity, is considered an informal way to say thank you—and this is a definite clue as to when you can best use it.For instance, when going for a drink with friends, a smile and a “cheers” by way of thanks is not only appropriate to the situation, it is also culturally accurate.“Ta”, originated from the Danish word “tak”, was the second-most popular expression of thanks, and is also commonlyused in informal situations, along with phrases such as “nice one”, and “brilliant”. Interestingly, one word that didn’t make it into the top 20 was “thanks”. Thank you’s shorter, more informal cousin.“Thanks” can be useful, as it is able to bridge the divide between the formality of “thank you” and the downright relaxed “cheers”.Certain words can double as an expression of thanks as well as delight. Again, the words themselves offer the clue as to when best to use them.For example, words like “awesome”, “brilliant” and “you star” featured highly in the new poll and they can hint at both your pleasure at someone's action, as well as serving to express your thanks. If you are on the receiving end of a “new” thank you, you can respond with a simple “no problem”,or “sure”.Of course, in certain circumstances, a simple wave, nod or smile may be appropriate. For instance, if a car driver slows down to let you cross the road, simply raising your hand in acknowledgement is enough to show that you appreciate the drive r’s consideration.Sometimes, formality is necessary, and “thank you” is still the best choice in such situations. But students should not worry about when exactly to use certain expressions.Many people in Western countries are worried that good manners are in decline. People are tired of seeing their acts of kindness and service pass without comment. So don’t think that your “thank you” was clumsy or awkwardly formal. The chances are, if you said “thank you”, you made someone’s day. You star.81. We can tell from the results of the poll that _____.A. people are unconcerned about politeness nowadaysB. “thank you” remains the best expression of gratitudeC. there is a variety of expressions of appreciationD. there are more formal expressions than informal ones82. Which word/phrase does NOT appear in the top 20?A. CheersB. ThanksC. BrilliantD. You star.83. According to the passage. which is an appropriate response to “awesome” or “brilliant”?A. ThanksB. CheersC. Nice oneD. Sure84. According to the passage, the way in which we express our gratitude depends on all the following EXCEPT _____.A. genderB. formalityC. cultureD. circumstance85. In the last paragraph the author encourages people to _____.A. continue their acts of kindnessB. behave themselves wellC. show their gratitude to othersD. stop worrying about bad mannersTEXT BFrom 2007 to 2010, American households lost $l1 trillion inreal estate, savings, and stocks More than half of all U.S. workers either lost their jobs or were forced to take cuts in hours or pay during the recession. The worst may be behind them now, but the shocking losses of the past few years have reshaped nearly every facet of their lives—how they live, work, and spend—even the way they think about the future.For Cindy, the recession began when her husband was relocated to Rhinelander, Wisconsin. by his company forcing the family to move in a hurry. The couple bought a new house but were unable to sell their two-bedroom home in Big Lake, Minnesota. With two mortgages(抵押借款) and two young children to care for, Cindy couldn't imagine how to stretch her husband's paycheck to keep her family fed.Then she stumbled upon an online community called Blotanical, a forum for gardeners, many with an interest in sustainabili ty. “The more I read and discussed these practices, the more I realized this would help not only our budget but also our health,” she says.Cindy admits that before the recession, she was a city girl with no interest in growing her own dinner. “I grew flow ers mostly—I didn’t think about plants that weren’t visually interesting.”But to stretch her budget, she began putting in vegetables and fruit—everything from strawberry beds to apple trees—and as her first seedlings grew, her spirits lifted. She no longer thinks of gardening and making her own jams as just a money saver; they’re a genuine pleasure. “It’s brought us closer together as a family, too,”she says. Her kids voluntarily pitch in with(主动帮助)the garden work, and the family After discovering how resourceful she can be in tough times, Cindy is no longer easily discouraged. “It makes me feel proudto be able to say I made it myself,” she says. “I feel accomplished, and I'm more confident about attempting things I've never done before.” Now she avoids con venience stores and has begun learning to knit, quilt, and make her own soap. “I don't think I would have ever begun this journey if it weren’t for the recession,” she says. “I have a feeling that from now on, it will affect my family’s health and happiness for the better.”86. We learn from the first paragraph that the recession _____.A. affected Americans in certain occupationsB. had great impact on Americans’ work and lifeC. had only brought huge losses in savings and stocksD. is over with some of the losses recovered87. What made the family's financial situation even worse was that they _____.A. moved to Rhinelander in a hurryB. had two children to raiseC. didn’t know anyone in RhinelanderD. couldn’t sell their home in Big Lake88. Which of the following statements is CORRECT?A. Cindy had seen the benefits of gardening in a different way.B. Cindy had developed a hobby of gardening before the recession.C. Cindy had already had a keen interest in sustainability.D. Cindy had already planned to meet the gardeners.89. In addition, Cindy views gardening as a genuine pleasure because gardening _____.A. helped her cut living costs almost by half B .enabled her to make her own jamsC. built up family ties and kids’ enthusiasmD. enabled her to know more about plants90. What does Cindy think of the difficult times she has gone through?A. It gave the couple and their kids a tough lesson.B. It gave her confidence and optimism.C. It would come again and affect the family.D. It left a lasting psychological impact on the family.TEXT C“I’m a little worried about my future,” said Dustin Hoffman in The Graduate. He should be so lucky. All he had to worry about was whether to have an affair with Mrs. Robinson. In the sixties, that was the sum total of post-graduation anxiety syndrome.Hoffman’s modern counterparts are not so fortunate. The Mrs. Robinsons aren’t sitting around at home any more, seducing graduates. They are out in the workplace, doing the high-powered jobs the graduates want, but cannot get. For those fresh out of university, desperate for work but unable to get it, there is a big imbalance between supply and demand. And there is no narrowing of the gap in sight.The latest unemployment figures show that 746,000 of 18-24 year-olds are unemployed—a record rate of 18 per cent. Many of those will have graduated this summer. They are not panicking yet, but as the job rejections mount up, they are beginning to feel alarmed.Of course, it is easy to blame the Government and, in particular, the target that Labour has long trumpeted—50 per cent of school-leavers in higher education. That was not too smart. The Government has not only failed to meet its target—the actual figure is still closer to 40 per cent— but it has raisedexpectations to unrealistic levels.Parents feel as badly let down as the young people themselves. Middle-class families see their graduate offspring on the dole(救济金)queue and wonder why they bothered paying school fees. Working-class families feel an even keener sense of disappointment. For many such families, getting a child into university was the fulfillment of a lifelong dream. It represented upward social and financial mobility. It was proof that they were living in a dynamic, economically successful country. That dream does not seem so rosy now.Graduate unemployment is not, ultimately, a political problem ready to be solved. Job-creation schemes for graduates are very low down in ministerial in-trays. If David Cameron's Conservatives had a brilliant idea for guaranteeing every graduate a well-paid job, they would have unveiled it by now. It is a social problem, though a more deep-seated social problem than people perhaps realize.91. The author begins with an episode from The Graduate in order to _____.A. support the fact that more women are working nowB. show that few graduates started working right after graduationC. demonstrate that there were much fewer graduates than nowD. emphasize the sharp contrast between now and then92. With regard to job opportunities for young graduates, the author sounds _____.A. pessimisticB. hopefulC. indifferentD. furious93.The author is _____ the Labour Government’s target:50% of school leavers in higher education.A. in favour ofB. doubtful aboutC. strongly critical ofD. mildly critical of94. Which of the following statements about parents’ feelings is CORRECT?A. Working—class parents feel just as disappointed.B. Parents and their children feel equally disappointed.C. Middle—class parents feel more disappointed.D. Parents feel more disappointed than their children.95. Towards the end of the passage, the author implies that _____.A. there will be job-creation schemes for graduatesD. the Conservatives are doing far from enough to solve the issueTEXT DNo matter how many times you have seen images of the golden mask of boy king Tutankhamen, come face to face with it in Egypt's Cairo museum, and you will s uck in your breath.It was on Nov 4,1923,that British archaeologist Howard Carter stumbled on a stone at the base of the tomb of another pharaoh(法老)in Luxor that eventually led to a sealed doorway.Then, on Nov 23, Carter found a second door and when he stuck his head through it, what he saw was to stun the world. Inside lay the great stone coffin, enclosing three chests of gilded wood.A few months later, when a crane lifted its granite cover and。
2023年12月四级英语听力第二套
2023年12月四级英语听力第二套全文共10篇示例，供读者参考篇1Hi everyone! Today I want to share with you the second set of the 2023 December CET-4 English listening test. It was so much fun listening to the recordings and trying to understand what they were saying. Let me tell you all about it!The first part of the test was about a conversation between two students talking about their weekend plans. One of them was thinking about going to the movies, while the other wanted to stay home and relax. It was really interesting to hear how they made plans and decided on what to do.Next, there was a short talk about the importance of eating healthy food. The speaker talked about the benefits of eating fruits and vegetables, and how junk food can be harmful to our bodies. It was a good reminder to always try to make healthy choices when it comes to food.After that, there was a dialogue between a student and a professor discussing a research project. The student was asking questions about how to conduct the research and the professorwas giving advice and guidance. It was great to hear how they worked together to come up with a plan.The last part of the test was a lecture about the history of the Great Wall of China. The speaker talked about how it was built thousands of years ago and how it was used to protect China from invasions. It was so fascinating to learn about the history behind such an iconic landmark.Overall, I had a lot of fun listening to the test and I can't wait to see how well I did. I hope everyone else had a great time too! Let's keep practicing our English listening skills so we can keep improving. Thanks for reading, see you next time!篇2Hello everyone! Today I want to tell you about the second set of the 2023 December CET-4 listening test. Are you ready? Let's go!In the first part of the test, we listened to a conversation between two students about their favorite hobbies. One student likes playing basketball while the other enjoys painting. They talked about why they like their hobbies and when they do them. It was very interesting to hear about different hobbies and why people enjoy them.Next, we listened to a lecture about climate change. The speaker talked about the causes of climate change and how it is affecting our planet. He also mentioned some possible solutions to help reduce the impact of climate change. It was a really important topic and made me think about what we can do to help protect our environment.After that, we listened to a radio program about famous landmarks around the world. The host talked about different landmarks like the Eiffel Tower in Paris and the Great Wall of China. It was so cool to learn about these amazing places and I really want to visit them someday.Finally, we listened to a conversation between a student and a teacher about a school project. The student was asking for advice on how to improve their presentation skills. The teacher gave some really helpful tips on how to organize the information and speak clearly. It was great to hear how to improve our communication skills.Overall, I think the second set of the listening test was really interesting and I learned a lot from it. I can't wait to see how I did on the test and I hope I did well. I hope you all did well too! Keep practicing your English and maybe one day you can pass the CET-4 exam too. Bye bye!篇3Hello everyone! Today I want to share with you my experience of taking the December 2023 CET-4 listening test. It was so much fun, let me tell you all about it!First of all, I was super nervous before the test started. I had studied really hard, but I was still worried about not being able to understand the fast English that they play in the recordings. But then, the test started and I listened carefully to the first section. It was about a girl talking to her friend about her favorite movie, and it was easy to understand because I watch a lot of movies too!The second section was a bit trickier, it was about a man giving directions to a lost tourist. I had to really focus to catch all the details, like which road to take and where to turn left or right. But I managed to answer all the questions correctly, yay!The third section was my favorite, it was a group of students talking about their recent trip to a zoo. I love animals, so it was super fun to listen to them describing all the different animals they saw. I even learned some new words like 'giraffe' and'penguin'.Finally, the last section was a lecture about famous scientists and their inventions. It was a bit challenging because it was full of technical terms, but I tried my best to follow along and answer the questions as best as I could.Overall, I had a great time taking the CET-4 listening test. I feel like I did pretty well, and I can't wait to see my results! I hope this little story inspires you to study hard and practice your listening skills too. Good luck to all my fellow test-takers!Alright, that's all for now, I'm off to play with my friends. Bye bye!篇4Title: My Experience in the 2023 December CET-4 Listening TestHi guys! Today I want to tell you about my experience in the 2023 December CET-4 listening test. It was such a big day for me and I was so nervous before the test started.First of all, the listening test had four sections and each section had different questions. The first section was about listening to a conversation between two people and answering multiple choice questions. The second section was aboutlistening to a short talk and filling in the blanks. The third section was about listening to a lecture and matching the information with the correct pictures. The final section was about listening to a news report and answering true or false questions.I was so focused during the test and tried my best to listen carefully to each recording. Sometimes the speakers spoke so fast that I couldn't catch every word, but I tried to guess the answers based on the context. There were a few tricky questions that made me doubt my answers, but I stayed calm and kept going.After the test, I felt relieved that it was finally over. I couldn't wait to see my score and find out how well I did. I knew that no matter what the result was, I had tried my best and that's what mattered the most.In the end, I got my score and I was so happy to see that I had passed the test! I felt proud of myself for overcoming my nerves and doing my best. I know that with more practice and hard work, I can continue to improve my English skills and do even better in the future.So guys, if you're feeling nervous about the CET-4 listening test, just remember to stay calm, listen carefully, and do yourbest. You got this! Good luck to all of you taking the test in the future! Let's keep working hard and reaching for our goals!篇5Oh my goodness! I can't believe how cool the 2023 December CET-4 listening test was! It was like, totally awesome! Let me tell you all about it.First off, the test started with a super fun conversation between two friends who were planning a trip to Hawaii. They were talking about all the cool stuff they were gonna do there, like surfing and relaxing on the beach. I was so excited just listening to them!Then, there was this part where a girl was asking for directions to a famous museum in London. She was like, totally lost and didn't know where to go. But don't worry, the nice guy on the street helped her out and showed her the way. It was so sweet!Next, there was a lecture about penguins living in Antarctica. It was so interesting to learn about how they survive in the cold weather and how they hunt for food. I never knew penguins were so cool!After that, there was a news report about a new app that helps people learn English. It sounded really cool and I definitely wanna try it out. I mean, who doesn't wanna improve their English skills, right?Overall, the listening test was so much fun and I can't wait to see how well I did. I know I aced it though, 'cause I was paying attention the whole time. Can't wait for the next CET-4 test!篇6Hey guys, today I want to tell you about the second set of the 2023 December CET-4 listening test. It was super challenging but also super fun!First, there was a conversation between two students about their summer vacation plans. They talked about going to the beach, camping in the mountains, and visiting some famous landmarks. It was really interesting to hear about all the different things they wanted to do.Next, there was a lecture about the history of the English language. It was so cool to learn about how English has changed over the years and how it has borrowed words from other languages.After that, there was a dialogue between a student and a professor about a research project. They discussed their findings and talked about the importance of their work. It was really inspiring to hear about all the hard work they had put in.Finally, there was a podcast about climate change. They talked about the impact of global warming and what we can do to help the environment. It was a bit scary, but also a good reminder that we need to take care of our planet.Overall, the listening test was a great experience. It was difficult at times, but I learned a lot and had a lot of fun doing it. I can't wait to see how well I did when the results come out!That's all for now, see you next time!篇7Oh my goodness, guess what? I just took the second set of the CET-4 listening test in December 2023! It was super fun and exciting, and I want to tell you all about it!The listening test had all sorts of different parts. There were four sections in total, each testing different listening skills. The first section was a conversation between two people where theywere talking about their plans for the weekend. It was so interesting to hear what they were going to do!Then, in the second section, there was a lecture about space exploration. I learned so much about the planets and stars, it was really cool. The third section was a news report about a new technology that can help clean up the environment. I thought that was amazing!The last section was a discussion in a classroom about the benefits of studying abroad. I found it so inspiring to hear about all the opportunities that come with studying in another country. By the end of the test, I felt like I had learned so much!Overall, I had a great time taking the CET-4 listening test. I can't wait to see how I did when the results come out. I'm feeling pretty good about it though, I think I did my best! Can't wait to share the good news with my friends once I get my results back!篇8Hey guys! Today I'm gonna tell you all about the 2023 December CET-4 listening test. It was so much fun, you won't believe it!First off, the test had a lot of different parts. There were conversations, lectures, and even some short talks. But don't worry, everything was super clear and easy to understand.In one part, there was a conversation between two students talking about their favorite hobbies. One of them liked playing sports while the other enjoyed painting. It was really interesting to hear about what they liked to do in their free time.Then, there was a lecture about the environment and how important it is to protect it. The speaker talked about things like recycling and using less electricity. It was a good reminder for all of us to take care of our planet.One of the short talks was about a new restaurant in town. They were offering a special discount for students, which was pretty cool. I can't wait to check it out with my friends!Overall, the test wasn't too hard. I made sure to listen carefully and take notes, which really helped me understand everything. I think I did pretty well, and I'm already looking forward to the next listening test.That's all for now, guys. Remember to keep practicing your English listening skills, and you'll do great on the test too! See you next time!篇9Oh my goodness! Guess what? I just took the fourth-level English listening test in December 2023, and let me tell you, it was totally wild! I want to tell you all about it, so buckle up and get ready for the ride.So, the test was split into different sections, with each section testing a different skill. The first section was all about listening for general information, like when they asked about the weather or what someone's favorite color was. It was pretty easy, I just had to listen carefully and circle the right answer on the paper.The next section was a bit trickier. It was all about listening for specific details, like prices of things or what time something happened. I had to really concentrate and focus on what the people were saying. Sometimes they spoke really fast, and I had to strain my ears to catch everything!After that, there was a section where I had to listen to a conversation and answer some questions about it. It felt like I was eavesdropping on a real conversation! The people were talking about their plans for the weekend, and I had to figure out who was doing what and when. It was like being a detective!The last section was the toughest. It was a long lecture about climate change, and I had to take notes and answer questions at the same time. My hand was cramping by the end of it, but I managed to jot down the important points and answer the questions correctly. Phew!Overall, the test was challenging but fun. I really had to use my listening skills and concentration to get through it. Now I just have to wait for the results and see how I did. Fingers crossed I passed with flying colors!And that's the story of my fourth-level English listening test adventure. If you ever take the test, just remember to listen carefully and stay focused. You've got this!篇10Title: My Experience with the 2023 December CET-4 Listening TestHey guys! Today, I want to share with you my experience with the 2023 December CET-4 Listening Test. It was a pretty tough test, but I managed to get through it with some hard work and determination.The first part of the test was about a conversation between two students discussing their plans for the summer vacation. They talked about going hiking, camping, and swimming. There were also some questions about their favorite activities and why they liked them. It was pretty easy, but I had to really listen carefully to catch all the details.The second part was a lecture about the history of ancient Egypt. The speaker talked about the pyramids, the Sphinx, and the pharaohs. I couldn't believe how long ago all of that stuff was built! It was really cool to learn about ancient civilizations.The third part was a talk by a professor about climate change and its effects on the environment. He discussed rising temperatures, melting ice caps, and extreme weather events. It was a bit scary to think about how our planet is changing, but it also made me want to do more to help protect the environment.Overall, the test was pretty challenging, but I think I did okay.I made sure to practice my listening skills every day leading up to the test, and I think that really helped me. Now, I just have to wait for the results to come out. I'm hoping for the best!That's all for my experience with the 2023 December CET-4 Listening Test. I hope you guys found it interesting and helpful.Remember, practice makes perfect, so keep working hard and you'll do great on the test too. Good luck, everyone!。
12月英语四级听力短文理解听力原文
12月英语四级听力短文理解听力原文12月英语四级听力短文理解听力原文【短文理解听力原文】Passage 1Body language, especially gestures, varies among cultures. For example, a node of the head means “yes” to most of us. But in Bulgaria and Greece a node means “no” and a shake of the head means “yes”. Likewise, a sign for OK, forming a circle with our forefinger and thumb, means zero in France and money in Japan. Waving or pointing to an Arab business person would be considered rude because that is how Arabs call their dogs over. Folded arms signal pride in Finland, but disrespect in Fiji. The number of bows that the Japanese exchange on greeting each other, as well as the length and the depth of the bows, signals the social status each party feels towards each other. Italians might think your bored unless you use a lot of gestures during discussions. Many American men sit with their legs crossed with one ankle resting over the opposite knee. However, this would be considered an insult in Muslim countries, where one will never show the sole of the foot to a gust. Likewise, Americans consider eye contact very important, often not trusting someone who is afraid to look at you in the eye. But in Japan and many Latin American countries, keeping the eyes lowered is a sign of respect. To look apart in the eye is considered a sign of ill breeding and is felt to be annoying.Q16: What gesture do Bulgarians and Greeks use to express negative responses?Q17: What is likely to offend Arab business people?Q18: What is considered impolite in Muslim countries。
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剑12 听力test 4 Section 1 (12-4-1)Hello, Pembroke Cycling Holidays, Bob speaking、Oh hello、 I've seen your advert for people to lead cycle trips、oXApoEf。
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And what's the postcode, please? DG74PH、Was that P Papa or B Bravo? P Papa、Got that、 If you could return the application form by Friday this week, we can interview you on Tuesday next week、xNkI1vh。
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Say half past two, would that be possible for you?Yes, it's fine、 You're quite a long way from where I live, so I'll drive over on Monday、OLYtNn4。
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Should I bring anything to the interview?We'll have your application form, of course,but we'll need to see any certificate you've got that are relevant, in cycling, first aid, or whatever、 OK、E4KuOBW。
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And at the interview we'd like to find out about your experience of being a tour guide,NpvObQ0。
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so could you prepare a ten-minute talk about that, please?c10d1qY。
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You don't need slides or any plicated equipment - just some notes、HIn4h5D。
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Right、 I'll start thinking about that straightaway、gSKsx2F。
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Good、 Well, we'll look forward to receiving your application form, and we'll contact you to confirm the interview、PwfDxxO。
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Thanks very much、 Thank you, Margaret、 Goodbye、 Bye、CqDvVX2。
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12-4-2Wele to this podcast about the Sheepmarket, which is one of the oldest parts of the city、jDyo0sKAs its name suggests, there was originally a market here where farmers brought their sheep,yguj5Hy。
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but now it's been redeveloped into a buzzing, vibrant area of the city,Kydk3Ns。
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which is also home to one of the city's fastest-growing munities、spBYQzm。
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The nearby university has always meant the area's popular with students, who e in to enjoy the lively nightlife,vwtg62f。