2. 95年10月 托福听力真题、文字及答案-修正版
1995年12月听力文字带翻译
95 年12 月托福听力文字Part A1. A: It’s a beautiful day today. Want to go roller-skating?B: Any other time will be great. But today I’m working on a paper.What does the woman mean?2. A: I though you said you are going to call me last week about that car I’m s elling.B: Oh, I’m so sorry. It completely slipped my mind.What does the man mean?3. A: Before we go to the movie theater, I have to stop at the bank and get some money.B: Don’t worry about that. This is my treat.What does the woman mean?4. A: How did you like the concert? I found it really moving.B: I love classical music. But that conductor seemed a bit inexperienced.What does the man mean?5. A: I can’t find Elm Drive anywhere on this map. I don’t think there is any such street.B: It’s probably in the new part of town. We’ll have to call for directions.What can be inferred from the conversation?6. A: You seem cheerful today.B: It’s nice to see the sun for a change.What does the woman mean?7. A: I can’t believe that Prof. Lawrence is going to retire.B: He’s still going to lead a graduate seminar on each semester thought.What does the man mean?8. A: We’re having all kinds of troubles finding a new apartment for next year. What about you? B: My roommate and I decided that this year we’d stay p ut.What does the man mean?9. A: I fixed the window, painted the bookcase and repaired the desk and chair.B: Been busy, haven’t you?What does the woman imply about the man?10. A: Want to go to the library now, Betty?B: How about an hour or so?What does Betty mean?11. A: Excuse me. Your menu has so many salads. Could you recommend something?B: I think you will find that the chef salad is particularly good. The dressing is made with fresh apples.What will the man probably do next?12. A: If this weat her keeps up, I’m going to have to buy a warmer coat.B: Sounds like a good idea. Spring is still a long way off, you know.What does the man mean?13. A: I’m so frustrated. We’re supposed to do our assignments for statistics on the computer. But the ones on the student center are always tied up.B: I know what you mean. I’m looking forward to the day when I can afford to get myown.What does the woman mean?14. A: Ted, would you be interested in serving on the membership committee this year?B: Ohm, can I get back to you on that?What will the man probably do?15. A: Larry got a very high mark on this lab report.B: How he managed that is a mystery to me.What does the man imply?16. A: I heard you went to Colorado skiing over winter break.B: It was the m ost fun I’ve had in years.What does the woman mean?17. A: I really thought I’d win the match.B: Oh, well, better luck next time, Harry.What can be inferred from the conversation?18. A: I’m going to the store. Need anything?B: Well, I am low on laundry detergent.What does the man imply?19. A: Have you heard? There is going to be a history exam next Friday.B: Just what I need. Another test to study for.What does the man imply?20. A: Sam’s voice sounds awful. I could barely hear him.B: Yes, he’s go t a terrible sore throat. The doctor said he shouldn’t even attempt to whisper. What does the woman imply about Sam?21. A: If I’m not mistaken, your birthday is coming up. Has your brother sent you anything?B: Not yet. He never forgets though.What does the man imply?B: Why worry. We have a vacation coming up soon and you’ll have a lot of time.What does the man mean?23. A: Everyone’s raving about the new film at the center theater.B: Yeah, I hear it’s quite something.What is the attitude of the speakers toward the film?24. A: I feel so energetic since I started that aerobics class.B: Yeah, I am jealous. I’ve got to get into shape.What does the man mean?25. A: It’s raining again.B: This makes it four days in a row. Do you think it’ll ever stop?What does the woman mean?26. A: I heard Dan twisted his ankle during basketball practice yesterday.B: I guess that explains why I saw him at the clinic.What can be inferred about Dan?27. A: You seem on edge this morning.B: I have to give a presentation in class this afternoon.What does the man imply?28. A: It says here the next train is due in at 6:30.B: I know, but I don’t know whether I can make that one. I’d rather call you from the station than have you waiting around for an hour.What does the woman imply?29. A: I don’t know why we haven’t heard anything from Jane about Sunday.B: We’ve been in and out all week. Maybe we should try calling her.What does the man imply about Jane?30. A: What a gorgeous jacket! It must’ve cost a fortune.B: Not at all. It’s a hand-me-down.What does the man say about the jacket?Part BQuestions 31-34 Listen to a conversation between two students.Hey, Sue. I was wondering if you could fill me in on Monday’s class? I had to go the dentist for emergency and I misse d Prof. Smith’s lecture. What was it on?It was pretty interesting. She talked about volcanoes, active volcanoes, under the-uh-West Antarctic ice sheet.There are active volcanoes under the ice?Apparently so. She said they help protect the ice sheet and prevent melting.Flooding will be pretty bad if that ice melted, not only there, but all over the world.You lost me there. Volcanoes are hot. How can something hot prevent ice from melting.Wait a minute, let me check my notes. Yeah, here it is. Volcanic heat melts just enough ice to create a slippery surface on the bottom of the glacier. This water allows ice to fellow out into the ocean. So the solid interior ice is protected from the ocean’s warm.Does that make sense?Sort of. You mean that because the ice is flowing out to the ocean, the warmer ocean water can’t flow in.Exactly. And the ice that melts is constantly being replaced by snow. Prof. Smith said that if the ice sheet ever broke up and melted, the sea level would go up seven meters. Then we would have those floods.Is that really possible? Or is it one of those exaggerations you hear all the time.As far as I can understand, it is possible, because of global warming. I mean if the ocean got a lot warmer that interior ice would be very likely to melt.Thanks for telling me about the lecture. Sounds like I’ve missed a pretty important class.嘿，苏。
托福(听力)历年真题试卷汇编10(题后含答案及解析)
托福（听力）历年真题试卷汇编10(题后含答案及解析) 题型有：1. Listening ComprehensionSection One：Listening Comprehension听力原文：Listen to a conversation between a student (S) and a university employee (E).S: Wow! Your store isn’t too easy to find.E: You can say that. They’ve moved us to the basement.S: Well, I made it anyway. Could I get some color copies of this flier?E: Sure, how many do you need?S: 500. It’s for a fundraiser I’m organizing, and I need enough copies for each faculty and staff member, also a few to put on bulletin boards.E: Really? What fundraiser?S: Oh, it’s to raise money for a new sandbox at the preschool on campus.E: Oh, do you work there? My wife and I looked into the preschool for our daughter, but we arrived on campus too late for her to enroll.I just started at the university this semester, so maybe we’ll get her in next year.S: No, not exactly. I’m majoring in early childhood education. For a research paper I’ve been spending time there observing the different ways they teach pre-reading skills. I was really surprised by all the learning tools and techniques that they use in the classroom and even on the playground.E: Yea? It’s interesting what they do with kids these days.S: Anyway, there’s another thing that surprised me. I had no idea how sparse their playground is—just a slide, some balls, and a couple of swings for about 45 children! The director told me she’d love to have a big sandbox too, which got me some thinking. I have to do 20 hours of community service to graduate, so I offered to organize a fundraiser to buy a sandbox, and the director really loved that idea. I figured that’ll take 20 hours, at least.E: So what’s your plan to raise the money?S: I got my advisor, Professor Campbell, to teach a parenting workshop there. He’s going to give tips on raising toddlers.E: Great idea. Toddlers can be a challenge. I know that from experience.S: Anyway, the workshop is just three weeks away, so I need to distribute the flyers as soon as possible. Could I get the color copies right now?E: Well, unfortunately our color copiers are undergoing routine maintenance right now, so it might take a day or two, but if you need them right away, you could use one of our black and white copiers. They’re all self-service.S: I guess that’ll be ok. Thanks!E: By the way, how much are you going to charge for that workshop?S: $50, but that registration fee also includes a copy of Professor Campbell’s new parenting book. He wrote this great book about toddlers that sells for $25.E: $50 seems a little high, but since you include the book too...S: Yea, the book has gotten some great reviews, too.E: Hmm... can I have one of your flyers after you make the copies?S: Sure! I’ll give you a few if you want to help me spread the word.1．Why does the student go to see the university employee?A．To get directions to the nearest copy centerB．To order photocopies of a documentC．To get permission to post a sign on a bulletin boardD．To solicit his help on a research project正确答案：B解析：目的主旨题。
195年8月托福听力真题、文字及答案-修正版.docx
托福听力真题、文字及答案一修正版1.95年8月托福听力19 95 08 01 W: Do you want to go on 进行a trip with us toFlorida this spring?It will cost about $300 a person.M: $300? You think I just have this fortune?Q: What can be inferred about the man?(A) He makes a lot of money.(B) He has just been left some money.(C) He doesn't believe three hun dred dollars is eno ugh・(D) He can't afford to spend that much.19 95 08 02 W: My watch stopped again. And I just got a newbatter y.M: Why don't you take it to Smith's Jewelry. Theycan check it for you. And theyYe pretty reas on able・ Q: What does the man mean?(A) He knows what is wrong with the watch.(B) The woman doesn't need to buy another battery.(C) The woman should get a new watch・(D) The jewelry store can probably repair the woman's watch.19 95 08 03 W: We f re going to change our meeting from Monday to Tuesday ・M: Ifs all the same to me.Q: What does the man mean?(A) He has another meeting to attend on that day・(B) He's available either day・(C) He can't attend a two-day conference.(D) Not everybody will go to the same meeting.19 95 08 04 M: We plan to go to the beach after class・ Want tocome?W: rd love to. But Prof. Jones want to speak withme.Q: What will the woman probably do?(A) Go to the beach with her trie nds.(B) Postpone her meeting with Professor Jones.(C) See Professor Jones after class・(D) Give a speech in Professor Jones's class・19 95 08 05 W: Janet sounded worried about her grades・ M:But she's getting As & Bs, isn't she?Q: What does the man imply about Janet?(A) She isn't a very good student.(B) She hasrTt gotten her grades yet.(C) She should n't worry about her grades ・(D) She doesrYt like to talk about grades・19 95 08 06 W: You look great since you've been taking thoseexercises classes・M: Thanks. I've never felt better in my life.Q: What does the man imply?(A) The classes have improved his health.(B) His new glasses fit better than the old ones.(C) He's thinking of taking exercise classes・(D) He's unhappy about his life.19 95 08 07 M: I had a hard time getting through this novel. W: Iknow how you feel. Who can remember the namesof 35 different characters・Q: What does the woman imply?(A) She also found the book difficult.(B) She has learned a lot about names・(C) She doesn*t remember the title of the novel.(D) She read a different book・19 95 08 08 M: Thafs a long line. Do you think therell be anytickets left?W: 1 doubt it. Guess well wind up 结束going to thesecond show・Q: What does the woman mean?(A) Theyll have to go to a later show.(B) The people in line all have tickets・(C) She doesrft want to go to the second show・(D) They won't have to wait much Ion ger.19 950809 W: This course in much too hard for me. M: Sorryyou decided to take it, huh?Q: What does the man ask the woman?(A) If it*s too late for her to drop the course・(B) If she sympathizes with him・(C) If she apologized for what she did.(D) If she regrets taking the course・19 95 08 10 M: Are you going home for winter vacation? W: Pdagreed to stay on here as a research assista nt.Q: What can be inferred about the woman?(A) Shell be traveling during winter break.(B) Shell be working during vacation.(C) She's look!ng forward to going home・(D) She wants to hire another research assistant.19 95 08 11 M: Hello!W: Hello! This is Dr. Grey's office. We're calling toremi nd you of your 4:15 appoi ntment for yourannual checkup tomorrow.M: Oh, thanks. It's a good thing that you called. Ithought it was 4:15 today・(A) He*s glad he called the doctor.(B) He wants to change the appointment.(C) He can't come until 4:15.(D) He was confused about the date of the appointment.Q: What does the man mean?19 95 08 12 W: How wonderful you won the scholarship 奖学金.Can you believe it?M: No. It*s almost too good to be true.几乎是太好了以至于不能相信Q: What does the man mean?(A) No one believes he won the scholarship.(B) He's surprised that he got the scholarship・(C) It isn't true that he won the scholarship.(D) He's glad to award the woman the scholarship.19 95 08 13 W: Excuse me ・ Prof. Davids on. But I was hopingto talk to you about my class project for economics.M: I have a class in a few minutes・ Why don't youcome to see me during office hours 上班时间tomorrow?Q: When will the woman discuss her project withProf. Davidson?(A) During economics class・(B) Before economics・(C) In about an hour.(D) The next day.19 95 08 14 M: How are you feeling?W: The stuff the nurse gave me seemed to havehelped. But it's making me awfully 非常地drowsy 昏昏欲睡的.Q: What does the woman mean?(A) The nurse wasn't able to help her.(B) She's going to help the nurse.(C) She thinks she should ask the nurse for a pill.(D) She feels sleepy because of the medicine she took・19 95 08 15 M: Bill Smith has volunteered 志愿to write asummary 总结of the proposals we*ve agreed on.W: Will I have a chance to review it?Q: What does the woman want to know?(A) Whether she can make a proposal.(B) Whether Bill needs her help.(C) Whether she can review Bill's summary・(D) Whether she can speak for Bill.19 95 08 16 W: Why don't you wear that yellow shirt that yoursister gave you for your birthday・M: I love that shirt. But ifs missing two buttons.纽扣Q: What does the man mean?(A) He can't wear the shirt right now.(B) He can't find the shirt.(C) He doesn't like the shirt.(D) He thinks the shirt is in appropriate for the occasi on.19 95 08 17 W: How many classes do you have today?M: Just one. From 3 till 6.Q: What does the man mean?(A) He has three classes in a row.(B) His class begins at one o'clock.(C) His class meets for three hours・(D) He will be in class all after noon.19 95 08 18 W: Our football team didn't play very well. M: That'strue・ But at least we won the game. Q: What doesthe man mean?(A) The team won despite poor play.(B) The team has to play at least one game・(C) At least the football team played well.(D) The team should have won the game.19 95 08 19 M: This has been an unusually cool summer.W: Uh huh! I actually had to get out 拿出my wool 羊毛sweaters毛衣、运动衫in AugustQ: What does the woman imply?(A) She needed warmer clothing than in previous summers.(B) She knitted two sweaters in August.(C) August was warmer than the rest of the summer.(D) She was unusually busy all summer.19 95 08 20 M: I got some bad news today・ The store where Iwork in laying off 角军雇staff・W: Are they going to let you go?Q: What does the woman want to know?(A) If the man is going to the store・(B) How the man feels about the news.(C) If the man is going to lose his job.(D) Where the man heard the news.19 95 08 21 M: rd like to pick this film 胶片up by 4 tomorrowafter noon.W: I can have it for you at 2 if you like・Q: What does the woman say about the film?(A) It will be ready at four o'clock today・(B) It can be picked up at two o'clock tomorrow・(C) It will be ready in two hours.(D) Only two rolls will be ready on time.19 95 08 22 M: I talked to Philip today and he said he°d be coming to the party・W: Oh, so he can come after all.Q: What can be inferred about Philip?(A) Hell go to the party with the woman.(B) He met the man at the party.(C) He has changed his plans.(D) He has to work late.1995M: Gary insists on buying the food for the picnic. (A) Pay for some of the food・08 23 W: That's pretty generous 慷慨的.But shouldn't weat least offer to share the expense 价钱,费用？Q: What does the woman suggest they do?(B) Insist on choosing their own food.(C) Treat Gary to dinner some other time・(D) Thank Gary for his generous offer.19 95 08 24 M: How's the new job going?W: Well.「m getting used to 习惯于lots of newthings. But I wish the supervisor would give mesome feedback.Q: What does the woman mean?(A) She used to work at a newspaper.(B) She's like her supervisor's opinion of her work.(C) She wishes she had a different kind of work.(D) She meets with her supervisor regularly.19 95 08 25 W: Did Linda ever finish that introductory chapter?M: I'm not sure・ She f s spent hours on end rewritingit.Q: What does the man imply about Lin da?(A) She rearranged the chapters of her book・(B) She assured him that the chapter was finished・(C) She worked on the chapter for quite a while・(D) She wasrTt sure how to end the book.19 95 08 26 W: The supermarket down the street is sellingeveryth!ng half price because they are going out ofbusiness 歇业.M: Sounds like an ideal 理想的time to stock up 储存，备用on coffee.Q: What does the man mean?(A) There's room to stack up the cans of coffee・(B) The store is out of coffee・(C) They should buy a lot of coffee・(D) They should wait for a better deal on coffee.19 95 08 27 W: Have you heard anything about the newprofessor?M: Just that she's no pushover 听从的人.Q: What does the man say about the professor?(A) She works very hard・(B) She is very strict.(C) Her classes fill up quickly.(D) Ifs easy to get good grades in her courses.19 95 08 28 M: I need to get a copy of my birth certificate 出生证.W: Sorry. But we can only accept requests by mailnow.Q: What does the woman mean?(A) The office already mailed the marYs birth certificate・(B) The office no Ion ger issues birth certificates ・(C) The man doesn't have sufficient identification for hisrequest.(D) The man will have to apply for his birth certificate inwriting.19 95 08 29 W: When is the earliest flight from Washington toNew York?M: There's a shuttle 往返at six. And if that's full,there's another at 7・Q: What does the man mean?(A) The woman has a choice of early flights.(B) Not many planes go to Washington.(C) The woman should take the earlier flight.(D) The six oCock flight is already filled.19 95 08 30 M: How do you like to help me plan therefreshments 茶点for the astronomy 天文学clubmeeting tomorrow night?W: Sure. Let's be careful not to overdo 夸张，过度itthough・ Last time we had enough for 3 clubs puttogether.Q: What does the woman mean?(A) She would prepare extra refreshments.(B) They should prepare extra refreshments.(C) The members of the club always eat a lot.(D) There was too much food at a previous meeting.19 95 08 31 33 David, can I give you a hand 帮忙with one of thosegrocery食品杂货丿占bags?Sure, Nanny. Could you take this one please? Ididn f t realize how heavy these bags would be.Why did you buy so much stuff when you have towalk back home from the store?Well, I didn't intend 打算，计划to buy a lot. But I'mhaving some people over and I guess I neededmore than I expected.Whafs the occasion?Now the people I live with, the Kremers, have beenon vacation for a month and I thought rd surprisethem .rm inviting some of their trie nds and familiesfor a welcome 受欢迎的home dinner.Oh, that's really thoughtful 体贴的，有思想的of you.31. What is David trying to do?(A) Get a ride home with Nancy.(B) Find a place to live・(C) Go to the store before it closes.(D) Carry his groceries home.32. Why did David think he wouldn't have a problem?(A) He didn't expect to buy a lot.(B) He had only one bag of groceries・(C) The supermarket is just down the block・(D) He thought he'd get a ride with the Kramers.33. Why is David appreciative of the Kremers?I figure 表示 ifs the least I can do for them. They've been letting me stay with them rent free while I'm inschool.Really? That's pretty generous 慷慨的 of them. Well, they understand how difficult it is to make ends meet 量入为出,勉强糊口 when youYe a student. They've been such a big help to me. I thought that this might be a small way to thank them for the generosity 慷慨.(A) They are paying for his education. (B) They invited him to their party ・ (C) They took him on a vacation with them. (D) They let him live with them for free. 19 95 08 34 37Hi! How was your trip?Wonderful I spent most of my time at the artmuseum. I especially liked the new wing 机翼,翅膀.I was amazed to hear the guide explain the problems they had building it. Right. I just read an article that went on & on about the cost. 90 million total I think.Yeah ・ The guide mentioned that. You could seethey spared 节约，省下 noexpense.Hm. It looked really unusual, at least from what Isaw in the picture.It is. The basic design is two triangles 三角形・ In fact there are triangles all over. The paving 铺的stones in the courtyard 院子，the skylights 天窗 and even a lot of the sculptures 籬塑.One sculpture is a mobile ・ It's in the courtyard andit's made of pieces of aluminum 铝 that movesslowly in the air. It's really impressive 给人印象深亥ij 的. That was in the article too. It said that the original was steel and it weighed so much that it wasn't safe to hand 拿起. Right. They did it over in aluminum so it wouldnl come crashi ng dow n 碰至 ij on some one's head ・ You know the article went into 研究 that in detail. There was eve n an in terview with the sculptor 雕塑/ 刻家.rd like to read that. Would you mind if 1 borrow the magazine sometime?No. 1 wouldrft mind if 1 haverft thrown it out yet. 34. What did the woman think of the new wing of the mu seum? (A) She was impressed by it (B) It was a waste of money.(C) She was amazed it had opened so soon. (D) She didn't like it as much as the other wings. 35. How had the man learned about the museum?(A) He took a tour of the city.(B) He read about it.(C) He wrote an article about it. (D) He worked there as a guide ・36. According to the woman, what do the paving stones, skylights and mobile have in comm on?(A) They came from the original wring. (B) They fre made of the same material. (C) TheyYe similar in shape ・ (D) They were designed by the same person. 37. What was the problem with the original mobile? (A) It was made of aluminum. (B) It wasn't large enough. (C) It would n't move in the wind ・ (D) It was too heavy to put up. 19 950838 41In the few minutes that remain of today's class ・ I'd like to discuss next weeks schedule with you becausepresenting 呈现，赠送 a paper at aconferenee in Detroit on Thursday, 1 won't be here for either Wednesday's or Friday's class ・ 1 willhowever be here for Monday's ・ Next Friday, aweek from today, is the midterm exam, marking the half way point in the semester. Prof. Andrews has agreed to admi nister 执行，管理 the exam .In place of 代替，取代 the usual Wednesda/s class, Tve arranged an optional review session. Since it isoptional, attendance 参力口，出席 will not be taken.However attending the class would be a good idea for those worried about the midterm. So remember: Optional class next Wednesday; Midterm, Friday. 38. What is the purpose of the talk? (A) To review material that will be on a test. (B) To introduce a new professor.(C) To explain changes in the schedule ・ (D) To describe the contents of a paper. 39. At what point during the semester does the talk takeplace?(A) At the beginning. (B) In the middle.(C) One week before the end.(D) At the end.40. What did Prof. Andrews agree to do?(A) Administer an exami nation. (B) Present a conference paper.(C) Explain next week's schedule.(D) Take attendance in class ・41. What will occur at next Wednesday's class time? (A) A regular class will be given.(B) An optional review class will be given. (C) An exam will be given. (D) Class will be canceled ・19 95 08 42 46 Today's lecture well center on the prehistoric 史前的people of Nevada Desert・ Now most of theseprehistoric desert people moved across thecountryside 农村throughout the year. You mightthink that theyYe wandering 闲逛，漫步aimlessly 毫无目的的.Far from it, they actually followed theseries of carefully planned moves・Where they moved depended on where food wasavailable・ Places where plants were ripening 成款!or fish were spawning 产卵.Now often when thesepeople moved, they carried all their possessions ontheir backs. But if the journey was long, extra foodand tools were sometimes stored in caves 山洞，窑洞or beneath在…的下方rocks.One of these caves is now an excitingarchaeological site・ Beyond 晚于its small openingis a huge underground 出也下白勺grotto 洞穴.Eventhough the cave is very large, it was certainly twodark 黑暗的and dusty 灰蒙蒙的for the crawlers 爬彳亍动物to live in. But it was a great place to hidethings. And tremendous 巨大fl勺amounts of foodsupplies and artifacts 手工艺品have been foundthere. The food in eludes dried fish seeds 种子andnuts 工艺品.The artifacts in elude stone spear 矛points 尖and knives・ The spear points are actuallyrather small. Here is a picture of some that werefound. You can see their size in relation to 有•关，涉及the hands holding them・42. What is the main subject of this talk?(A) Rock formations in the Nevada desert・(B) Graduate studies in anthropology・(C) Excavation techniques used in archaeology.(D) Prehistoric desert people of Nevada・43. What point does the speaker make about the prehistoric people of the Nevada Desert?(A) They planned their migrations.(B) They didn't travel far from their base camps・(C) They hid from their enemies in caves・(D) They planned seeds near their camps・44. Why didn*t the people live in the cave described by the speaker?(A) They had trouble finding it.(B) Lack of light made it impossible・(C) It was too small for a group to fit into.(D) Items stored by others took up most of the space.45. What have archaeologists found in the cave?(A) Prehistoric desert people・(B) Migratory animals.(C) Food supplies and tools・(D) Growing plants.46. Why does the speaker show a photo to the class?(A) To illustrate the size of some objects・(B) To introduce the next assignment.(C) To show some artifact on display at the campus museum.(D) To dem on strate his photographic ability ・19 95 08 47 50 To us, the environment in which fish dwell 居住often seems cold, dark and mysterious 神秘的，不可思议H勺.But there are advantages to living inwater. And they"ve played an important role inmaking fish what they are. 6ne is that water isn'tsubject to 易受…fl勺sudden temperature changes・ Therefore it makes an excellent habitat 住处for acold blooded animal.Another advantage is the water's ability to easilysupport body weight. Protoplasm 原浆hasapproximately the same density 密度as water. So afish in water is almost weightless 无重量的.Thisweightlessness in turn 依次means two things:1) A fish can get along with a light weight and asimple bone structure. And2) Limitations 局限to a fish's size are practically 实际上removed・ Yet there is one basic difficulty toliving in water the fact that it is in compressible 不能压缩fl勺.For a fish to move through water, it mustactually shove 猛推it aside・ Most can do this bywiggling ill动 back and forth 来回地in snakelikemotion. The fish pushes water aside by the forwardmotion of its head and with a curve of its body andits flexible tall・ Next the water flows back along thefishes narrowing 狭小的size, closing in at the talland helping the fish propel 推动itself forward・ Thefact that water is in compressible has literally 真正土也shaped 形成the development of fish. A flatand angular 有角的shape can be moved throughwater only with difficulty・ And for this reason, fishhave a basic shape that is beautifully adapted todeal with this peculiarity 特点/性.47. What is the talk mainly about?(A) A comparison of fish to warm-blooded animals.(B) The differenee between saltwater and freshwater environments.(C) The imports nee of fish to huma n beings.(D) How water has affected the development of fish.48. What does the speaker mention as a problem that water presents to fish?(A) It can't be compressed・(B) It is often polluted.(C) Its temperature often fluctuates dramatically・(D) It limits their size.49. The speaker compares a fish*s movement with that ofwhat creature?(A) A whale.(B) A human.(C) A snake・(D) A snail.50. What aspect of a fish does the speaker discuss in the most detail?(A) Its skeleton・(B) Its shape.(C) Its senses・(D) l ts body temperature・199508ANSWER:1-10 DDBCC, AAADB; 11-20 DBDDC, ACAAC; 21-30 BCABC, CBDAD; 31-40 DADAB, CDCBA; 41-50 BDABC, ADACB。
97年10 月托福听力文字带答案
97年10月托福听力文字Part A1. A: Have you saved enough to buy that new printer for your computer yet?B: You know money seems to be burning a hold in my pocket latterly. Maybe next month.What does the man mean?(A) He doesn't have enough money to buy a printer now.(B) He's not sure how much a printer costs.(C) He'll buy a computer later this week.(D) He lost the money he was saving.2. A: We need a fourth player for tennis this morning. Do you want to join us?B: I’ve got a class at nine. But Carol’s free and she’s really good.What does the man suggest the woman do?(A) Wait to play until after his 9 o'clock class.(B) Ask Carol to play tennis.(C) Ask Carol if she's going to class.(D) Get a tennis lesson from Carol.3. A: I don’t understand how this budget was calculated?B: Let me have a look, OK?What does the woman mean?(A) They should ask for an increase in the budget.(B) The calculations appear correct to her.(C) She'll try to see what method was used(D) They need to make a copy of the budget.4. A: I’m going to the snack bar for a cup of coffee. Would you like me to bring you back something? B: Not from the snack bar. But could you pick up a paper for me?What does the man mean?(A) He could bring something to the woman(B) He'd be happy to go with the woman.(C) He wants the woman to get him a newspaper.(D) He'd like something to eat.5. A: I’ll be coming straight from work. So I’ll have to pack a change of clothes.B: It’s only a barbecue. Jeans and a T-shirt will be fine.What does the woman imply?(A) The barbecue has been canceled.(B) The weather will probably be cool.(C) The man will not be able to attend the barbecue.(D) Casual（非正式的，随便的） dress will be appropriate.6. A: Man. I’m exhausted! I stayed up the whole night studying for my history midterm exam.B: Why do you always wait till the last minute?What can be inferred about the man?(A) He has had study habits.(B) He sleeps too much.(C) He wakes up early.(D) He's an excellent student.7. A: Let’s go watch the fireworks tonight.B: I have tickets to the theater.What does the woman mean?(A) She dislikes fireworks.(B) She has plans for the evening.(C) She doesn't feel like going out.(D) She has to get theater tickets.8. A: Do you think you could give me a ride to the library tonight?B: I’d like to. But I’m heading in the other direction. I’m meeting Jane tonight.What does the man mean?(A) The library is closed tonight.(B) He doesn't know how to get to the library.(C) Jean is using his car.(D) He won't be able to help the woman.9. A: I want to pay you for that long distance call I made, but I suppose you haven’t gotten your phone bill yet.B: Oh, but I have.What does the man mean?(A) He has received his telephone bill.(B) His calls weren't listed.(C) The woman has already paid for her call.(D) He has received a long distance call.10. A: I’ve had my new stereo for a whole week. But I haven’t yet figure out how to record a cassette. B: Didn’t an instruction manual come with it?What does the woman imply?(A) The man should take the stereo back to the store.(B) The man should refer to the instruction manual.(C) She'll go to the man's house and help him.(D) She'll give the man her instruction manual.11. A: Is there a candy machine in this building?B: Uh-huh. It’s down the hall on your left. But it has an “out of order” sign on it.What does the woman mean?(A) Candy has been ordered for the machine.(B) They still have some candy left over.(C) The machine isn't working right now.(D) The machine was moved to another building.12. A: I’ve had it with being sick in bed. I read most of these magazines twice.B: Well, if it will help, I’ll run to the store to get you some new ones.What will the man probably do?(A) Discuss a magazine article with the woman.(B) Help the woman find a new doctor.(C) Go to the store for some medicine.(D) Buy the woman some magazines.13. A: You know, I’ve been watering my plants regularly. But they are still not doing well in my new dorm room.B: Maybe instead of keeping them in the corner, you should put them directly in front of the window. What does the woman imply?(A) The plants may need more light.(B) The plants should get less water.(C) The area in front of the window is too cold for plants.(D) Plants rarely do well in the dormitory.14. A: I think I’ll take my mother to that French restaurant on Main Street for her birthday. B: I hope it’s not anytime soon. They’re usually booked up weeks in advance.What does the man mean?(A) The restaurant closes early during the week.(B) He thought the woman's birthday was next week.(C) The woman should find out if she can reserve a table.(D) He won't be able to go with the woman.15. A: That famous violinist our professor was talking about is going to be the soloist in next week’s concert.B: Great! I don’t want to miss it. Where can we get tickets?What will the speakers probably do next week?(A) Find out where their professor is going to perform.(B) Go to a concert.(C) Perform in a musical recital（n.背诵, 当众吟诵, 朗诵; 列举; 详述; 独奏会）.(D) Interview the violinist.16. A: So are you going over to Cindy’s after class?B: I’d like to. But she has a pet cat and I’m very allergic.What does the man mean?(A) He has to go home to feed pet.(B) He's expecting Cindy to arrive soon.(C) He cannot go to Cindy's.(D) He must keep an appointment with his doctor.17. A: One of the members of the dormitory council is quitting. Do you know of anyone who’ll be interested in taking her place?B: I’m not sure, but I’ll certainly keep an eye out for you.What will the man probably do?(A) Join the dormitory council himself.(B) Attend the next council.(C) Persuade the other council members not to quit.(D) Help the woman find someone to fill the vacancy（空缺）.18. A: Have you heard about the new fitness center there building downtown?B: Yeah. I can hardly wait for it to open.What does the man mean?(A) The center has just opened.(B) He's looking forward to using the center.(C) The door to the fitness center is locked(D) There are long lines to get into the center.19. A: Hi, I’d like to sign up for the film selection committ ee. Is this the right place?B: Yes, it is. There are a lot of fun people on that committee, but you have to put in alot of hours. I hope your schedule isn’t too tight.What does the woman imply?(A) The film committee is full(B) Being on the committee requires a great deal of(C) It is difficult to be selected for the committee.(D) The man needs to sign up another place.20. A: You don’t seem to be able to sit still today. What’s going on?B: Today they announce who gets the big scholarship for next year.How does the man probably feel?. (A) Disappointed.(B) Surprised(C) Nervous(D) Uninterested.21. A: I’m really looking forward to the picnic tomorrow.B: If we’re lucky, we’ll have some sun this year for a change.What does the man imply?(A) The weather is usually bad at the picnics.(B) He'll need a change of clothes for the picnic(C) He's not looking forward to attending the picnic.(D) He's looking for a new place to hold the picnic.22. A: What a mess for the custodian to clean up.B: You can say that again.What does the man mean?(A) He agrees that the custodian will have a lot of work to do.(B) He doesn't want to mess up the clean room.(C) He wants the woman to speak a little louder.(D) He doesn't think the woman should talk to the custodian again23. A: I wish we had more time for lunch.B: Me too. I get indigestion.What does the man mean?(A) He usually isn't hungry until lunch time.(B) His stomach hurts when he eats too fast.(C) He likes to eat lunch at two o'clock.(D) He needs to run errands（差事） during lunch.24. A: You haven’t seen a blue note book, have you? I hope I didn’t leave it at school.B: Did you check that pile of books and papers you left on the desk last night?What does the man imply?(A) He put some notes on the desk last night.(B) The woman should check with the school(C) The woman shouldn't have moved his books.(D) The notebook might be among some other books.25. A: The berries on this bush look kind of tasty. Do you think I should try one?B: I wouldn’t. Ev en the birds stay away from that bush.What does the woman imply?(A) Somebody frightened the birds away.(B) The berries aren't ripe（熟的） yet.(C) She doesn't like berries.(D) The berries aren't good to ear.26. A: What did you do to you hair?B: I just had to have it cut. It was always getting in my eyes.What does the woman imply?(A) She thought her hair was too short.(B) Her new hairstyle is more practical(C) She cut her hair herself.(D) She has to tie back her hair.27. A: You are on the right track. I just think you need to narrow the topic down.B: Yeah, you are right. I always choose these broad areas when I’m doing a research paper. What will the man probably do?(A) Write his paper on a more general topic.(B) Take the woman's advice about his paper.(C) Choose an entirely new topic for his paper.(D) Retype his paper.28. A: When are you going to have your eyes checked?B: I had to cancel my appointment. I couldn’t fit it in.What does the woman mean?(A) She decided not to cancel her appointment.(B) Her new glasses aren't comfortable.(C) She's too busy to get a checkup(D) She has to check when the appointment is.29. A: Did you notice that Mark shaved off all his beard over the summer?B: Noticed? I didn’t even recognize him.What does the man imply?(A) He hadn't noticed any change in Mark.(B) Mark looks different without a beard.(C) He thinks Mark looked better with the beard.(D) He hasn't seen Mark yet.30. A: I probably should have found out if you like spicy food.B: Oh, but I appreciate all the trouble you went to. I guess I’m just not a very adventurous eater. What can be inferred about the woman?(A) She didn't like the food the man prepared.(B) She's not a very good cook.(C) She's annoyed（愤怒的） with the man.(D) She thinks the man spent too much time cooking.Part BQuestions 31-34 Listen to a conversation at a bicycle shop.Hi, John.Oh, hi, Laura. What are you doing here?Uh, I’m usually here on weekends. It’s my dad’s shop. So, yo u are looking for a bike?Yeah. Now the weather is warming up. I thought I’d get some exercise instead of taking the bus all the time.Well, you came to the right place. Do you know what you’d like?Well, I don’t want a racer or a touring bike or anything.Mostly I’ll just be using it to get me back and forth from work.How far is that?About four miles.Are there a lot of hills on the way?Some I guess. But, um, maybe I should just tell you in front that I’ve only got a hundred and fifty dollars. Can I get anything decent for that?Well, you’re not going to get anything top of the line. But we do have a few trade-insin the back that are in good condition.That sounds good.And you’re right. For the kind of riding you’re going to be doing, the most importan t thing is comfort. You want to make sure it’s the right height for you. Follow me and I’ll show you what we’ve got.31. Why is Laura at the bicycle shop?(A) She's waiting for her father.(B) She's having her bicycle repaired.(C) She wanted to surprise John.(D) She works there.32. Why does John want to buy a bicycle?(A) To replace his stolen bicycle.(B) To begin bicycling to work.(C) To join a bicycle club.(D) To train for a bicycle race.33. What does Laura suggest that John do?(A) Buy a used bicycle.(B) Buy a racing bicycle.(C) Replace the tires on his bicycle.(D) Sell his old bicycle to the shop.34. What does Laura say is most important about a bike?. (A) It must be the right height.(B) It must have several gears.(C) It must have good tires.(D) It must be the right weight.Questions 35-39 Listen to a conversation between two students.Hi, Lynn. I saw you at registration yesterday. I sailed right through, but you were standing in a long line.Yeah. I waited an hour to sign up for a distance-learning course.Distance learning? Never heard of it.Well, it’s new this semester. It’s only open to psychology majors. But I bet it’ll catch on else where. Yesterday, over a hundred students signed up.Well, what is it?It’s an experimental course. I registered for child psychology. All I have got to do is watch a twelve-week series of televised lessons. The department shows them seven different times a day and in seven different locations.Don’t you ever have to meet wit h professor?Yeah. After each part of the series I have to talk to her and the other students on the phone, you know, about our ideas. Then we’ll meet on campus three times for reviews and exams.It sounds pretty non-traditional to me. But I guess it makes sense, considering how many students have jobs. It must really help with their schedules, not to mention how it will cut down on traffic. You know, last year my department did a survey and they found out that 80 percent of all psychology majors were emplo yed. That’s why they came up with the program.Look, I’ll be working three days a week next semester and it was either cut back on my classes or try this out.The only thing is: doesn’t it seem impersonal though? I mean, I miss having class discussions and hearing what other people think.Well, I guess that’s why phone contact’s important. Any way, it’s an experiment.Maybe I’ll end up hating it.Maybe. But I’ll be curious to see how it works up.35. Where did the man see the woman yesterday?(A) On television.(B) At registration(C) In class.(D) At work.36. How was the distance-learning course different from traditional courses?(A) Students are not required to attend regular class lectures.(B) The professor videotapes class lectures for review.(C) Classes are held at various locations throughout the area.(D) Students receive credit for work experience.37. What do the speakers agree is the major advantage of the distance-learning course?(A) It allows them to meet students from other universities.(B) It promotes（促进）the concept of self-learning.(C) It allows more flexibility in students' schedule.(D) It doesn't require any examinations.38. Why did the woman decide to enroll in the distance-learning course?(A) It's a requirement for psychology majors.(B) She wasn't able to get into the traditional course.(C) She lives far from the university.(D) She has to work a lot of hours this semester.39. What does the man think is a disadvantage of distance learning?(A) It requires too much traveling.(B) It limits interaction（交流） among students.(C) It will increase class size.(D) It will encourage students to watch too much television.Part CQuestions 40-43 Listen to a student report in the United States history class.So, uh, as Jim said, James Polk was the elevent h president. And, um, my report’s about the next president Zachary Taylor. Taylor was elected in 1849. It’s surprising because he was the first president that didn’t have any previous political experience. The main reason he was chosen as a candidate was because he was a war hero.In the army his men called him old, rough and ready, I guess because of his rough edges. He was kind of blunt and he didn’t really look like a military hero. He liked to do things like wearing civilian clothes instead of uniform even in battle. And he was so short and plump that he had to be lifted up on his horse. But he did win a lot of battles and he became more and more popular. So the Whig party decided to nominate him for the presidency, even though no one knew anything about where he stood on the issues. I couldn’t find much about his accomplishments, probably because he was only in office about a year and a half before he died. But one thing, he pushed for the development of the transcontinental railroad because he thought it was important to form a link with the west coast. There was a lot of wealth in California and Oregon from commerce and minerals and stuff. Also he established an agricultural bureau in the department of the Interior and promoted more government aid to agriculture.Well, that’s about all I found. Like I said he died in office in 1850, so his vice president took over. And that’s the next report. So, thank you.40. Why was Zachary Taylor chosen by his party as a candidate for president?(A) He was well known on the West Coast.(B) He served as James Polk's Vice President.(C) He supported financial aid to farmers.(D) He was a popular war hero.41. According to the speaker, why is it surprising that Taylor was elected president?(A) He was not interested in political reform（改革）(B) He had an unusual military career.(C) He had no political experience.(D) He expressed many controversial（争论的） ideas.42. Why did Taylor accomplish relatively little as president?(A) He lost the support of farmers.(B) He was opposed by the Whig party.(C) He died early in his term.(D) He came into conflict with railroad owners.43. What will the class probably do next?(A) Listen to a talk about another President.(B) Write a report about Taylor's accomplishments(C) Discuss the differences between Polk and Taylor.(D) Begin working on their reports about Vice President.Questions 44-46 Listen to a talk at a special event.I want to welcome each and every balloon enthusiast in Philadelphia. Thank you for coming here this morning to commemorate the first balloon voyage in the United States. On January ninth, 1793, at ten o’clock in the morning, a silk balloon lifted into the skies above this city, which was at that time the capital of the country. According to the original records of the flight, the voyage lasted 46 minutes, from its departure in Philadelphia to its landing across the Delaware River in New Jersey.Though our pilots today will try to approximate the original landing site, they are at the mercy of the winds, so who knows where they’ll drift off to o.Even the balloonist in 1793 experienced some uncertain weather that day. There were clouds, fog and mist in various directions.Our reenactment promises to be nothing less than spectacular. The yellow balloon directly behind me is five storeys high. It’s inflated with helium, unlike the original, which was filled with hydrogen and unbeknownst to the pilots, potentially explosive. Gas filled models are pretty uncommon n ow because of the extremely high cost. So the eighty other balloons in today’s lunch are hot air heated by propane burners. These balloons are from all over the country.44. What is the purpose of the balloon lunch?(A) To commemorate（纪念） a historic flight.(B) To try out（试验） eighty new balloons.(C) To recruit（回复，吸收） balloonists from all over the United States.(D) To determine whether helium balloons are better than hot-air balloons.45. What problem might today’s pilots encounter?(A) They may not be able to inflate their balloons.(B) There are too many balloons to launch at once.(C) Their flight pattern could be uncertain due to the wind.(D) They'll lose money if some balloons can't take off.46. What does the speaker imply about helium balloons?. (A) They're expensive.(B) They were the first kind of balloon ever used.(C) They're faster than air balloons.(D) They're popular in the United States.Questions 47-50 Listen to part of a lecture in a geology class.I’m glad you brought up the question of our investigations into the makeup of the earth’sinterior. In fact, since this is the topic of your reading assignment for next time, let me spend these last few minutes of class talking about that.There were several important discoveries in the early part of the century to help geologists develop a more accurate picture of the earth’s interior. The first key discovery had to do with seismic waves. Remember, they are the vibrations caused by earthquakes. Well, scientists found that they travel thousands of miles t hrough the earth’s interior.This finding enabled geologists to study the inter parts of the earth.You see, these studies revealed that these vibrations were of two types: compression or P waves and shear or S waves. And researchers found that P waves travel through both liquids and solids while S waves travel only through solid matter. In 1906, a British geologist discovered that P waves slowed down at a certain depth but kept traveling deeper. On the other hand, S waves either disappeared or were reflected back. So he concluded that the depth marked the boundary between a solid mantle and the liquid core. Three years later, another boundary was discovered, that between the mantle and the earth’s crust.There are still a lot to be learned about the earth. For instance, geologists know that the core is hot. Evidence of this is the molten lava that flows out of volcanoes. But we are still not sure what the source of the heat is.47. What is the purpose of the talk?(A) To review what students know about volcanic activity.(B) To demonstrate the use of a new measurement device.(C) To explain the answer to an examination question.(D) To provide background for the next reading assignment.48. What important discovery about seismic waves does the instructor mention?(A) They occur at regular intervals.(B) They can withstand great heat.(C) They travel through the Earth's interior.(D) They can record the Earth's internal temperature.49. What did the study of seismic vibrations help geologists learn more about?(A) When the Earth was formed.(B) The composition of the Earth's interior.(C) Why lava is hot.(D) How often a volcano is likely to erupt.50. What did P and S waves help scientists discover about the layers of the earth?(A) How deep they are.(B) Where earthquakes form.(C) How hot they are.(D) What purpose they serve.。
2. 95年10月 托福听力真题、文字及答案-修正版
(B) John is out of money.
(C) John hasn't left yet.
(D) John doesn't hear well.
19951015
W: You only have water to serve your guests?
(C) He's run out of paper.
(D) He doesn't have any money.
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W: Have youtried尝试Susan's apple-pie?
M: I got the last piece. And it wasout of this world极好的,非常棒的.
(A) Reading the paper.
(B) Taking a final exam.
(C) Helping the librarian.
(D) Studying.
19951018
W: It's going to cost afortune财富,一大笔钱,大量财产to get my car fixed.
(D) He didn't hear her question.
19951014
M: Hey? John! John!
W:Save your breath省口气吧,不值得浪费口舌,不必对牛弹琴. He'sout of earshot听不见,不在听力所及范围.
Q: What does the woman mean?
19951017
W: Alice has been spending a lot of time at the library lately.
89-95老老托福听力单句文本与答案对应汇总
1989年1月托福听力文字及对应答案PART A1. I lent him a book. (B) He borrowed my book.2. Bob wanted to be a doctor, but he became a teacher instead. (D) Bob is a teacher.3. No one ever listens to a word I say. (C) People don't listen when I speak.4. Gary's beginning to come around to my point of view. (A) Gary's starting to share my opinion.5. Get to the movie theater by seven and you won't have to wait in the ticket line.(C) If you go early, you can buy your ticket right away.6. This biography isn't half as well - written as the last one I read.(A) The last biography I read was much better than this one.7. What a wonderful story! (A) The story is very enjoyable.8. George helped himself to another piece of pie. (C) George took another serving of pie.9. On the bookshelf in the office is a dictionary for everyone's use (A) Anybody can use the dictionary in the office.10. I'd like a larger suitcase than this one. (D) This suitcase isn't large enough.11. Bill and Mary were enraged when their meeting was cancelled. (D) Bill and Mary were angry about the cancellation.12. How about keeping the noise level down in here? (A) You must try to be quieter.13. They are getting along fine in their new school (C) They are doing well in school.14. Typing the essay is the least of my worries. (D) Typing the essay is only a minor problem.15. I didn't discourage Pamela from doing her art project. (A) I wanted Pamela to continue her project.16. I suggest we keep the party for Beth as a surprise. (D) I don't think we should tell Beth about the party.17.Sarah wanted to take a makeup exam. (B) Sarah hoped to take the test another time.18. Are there enough assignment sheets to go around? (A) Does everyone have a copy of the assignment?19. Wasn’t that the city bus th at'd just pulled away! (A) I think that was the city bus, don't you?20. No one knows more about the subject than Polly. (C) She's well acquainted with the subject.1989年5月托福听力文字及对应答案PART Al. I've ordered a radio and the company is supposed to ship it this week. (B) The radio I ordered should be sent this week.2. Laura has to make up the examination. (C) Laura must take the test.3. You know who is going to be at the convention? (D) Have you any idea who will attend the convention4. Because Susan was accepted by the state university, her brother Ben applied there too.(B) Ben applied to the state university because Susan was accepted there.5. It's lucky Tommy's ball didn't go through the window. (D) Fortunately, the ball didn't break the window.6. You want me to make just one copy of this, right? (D) I understand you'd like a single copy of this.7. How cheerful the room looks with so many colorful posters. (D) I understand you'd like a single copy of this.8. Mike's coffee was cold. (A) Mike's drink was cold.9. I can run this projector There’s really nothing to do it. (A) Running this projector is very easy for me.10. We haven't enough flour to make bread. (D) We need more flour.11. I’ve just got to get a new car. (C) I really need a new car.12. Sandra set up a display for the town's local history week. (A) Sandra arranged an exhibit for history week.13 There is no one who doesn't have an opinion about something. (C) Everyone has an opinion on something.14. If I had the money to spare, I'd be happy to lend it to you. (D) I'm sorry I can't lend you the money.15. The aroma of fresh pastry came to us from the kitchen. . (A) Someone was baking in the kitchen.16. Bob usually gets along with us. (A) We find Bob agreeable most of the time.17. Never before have I heard the professor gave such an interesting physics lecture.(B) This was the professor's best lecture yet.18. Barbara read so much that she can talk intelligently about almost any topic.(A) Barbara is interesting to listen to because she reads a lot.19. I don't expect he’ll get the job. (C) Someone else will probably get the job.20. How do you account for it? (B) What's the explanation?1989年8月托福听力文字及对应答案Part A1. She never wakes up before her alarm goes off.(D) She always sleeps until the alarm clock wakes her.2. There is a tax on clothing in some states. (C) In certain states clothes are subject to tax.3. The training program was difficult, but she got a lot out of it. (B) She learned a great deal from the program.4. He should be here in no time at all. (B) He'll probably arrive soon.5. Only if she gets her scholarship, can Karen afford to go to college. (C) Without a scholarship, Karen couldn't go to college.6. Ronald has to renew his passport because it is expired (B) He has to apply again for a passport.7. I thought I was late, but my watch was ten minutes fast. (A) I was actually on time.8. Answers to the math test came easily to everyone except Jerry. (C) Jerry had difficulty with the test.9. I think you should avoid taking that course this term. (A) It would be better not to take the course.10. I suspect that shopkeeper may be dishonest. (D) I don't think that shopkeeper is trustworthy.11. There is a fine if the reserved library books are even one hour overdue.(A) A fee is charged for reserved books returned even an hour late.12. Leslie wants to graduate early, so this semester she is taking as many credits as her department will allow her to.(B) Leslie has a heavier course load than usual this term.13. How busy you've been the last a few days! (B) You've had a lot to do recently.14. I wasn't given a copy of the catalog. (D) No one gave me a catalog.15. Mike informed Susan about the school's NO SMOKING policy. (B) Mike talked to Susan regarding the new policy.16. The president's speech was thought-provoking, wasn't it? (C) Don't you think the speech was stimulating?17. Before long, we’d all gotten to know one anoth er. (A) We became friends quickly.18. She didn't want to undo the work she had started. (D) She didn't want to start all over again.19. The professor introduced himself to the new students. (C) The students met the professor.20. That's the last thing I needed(C) I certainly didn't need that.1989年10月托福听力文字及对应答案Part A1. That's it for today; (C) That's all we'll do today.2. Robert is stopping by the bank to cash a check. (B) Robert is going to the bank to get some money.3. She's left to go shopping. (D) She's gone to buy some things.4. Your pen needs a refill, doesn't it? (A) Don't you need a refill for your pen?5. Everyone wants to take Professor Stanton's class. (A) Professor Stanton's course is very popular.6. Why don't we get together for dinner sometime? (C) Let's meet for dinner one of these days.7. Gary went to the dentist's about his broken tooth. (D) Why are the lectures held at four o'clock?8. Have you ever seen so many people at one of these lectures before" (C) This lecture is really crowded.9. You've got to do what is best for you. (A) Do what is most appropriate for you?10. I just arrived, but my suitcases were put on a later plane. (D) My baggage will arrive on another flight.11. He said the dormitory wasn't full, and it wasn't. (B) There are still vacant rooms.12. Susan asked us to bring the slide projector. (D) We were supposed to bring the slide projector with us.13. He lacks discipline in his study habits. (A) His study habits are poor.14. The report is all ready to be typed. (B) The report can be typed now.15. We'll pick you up tomorrow at eight come what may. (A) No matter what, we'll come for you tomorrow.16. I wish the semester were over, but we still get a month to go. (B) I want the semester to end now.17. You mean you paid only ten dollars for that huge stack of books? (C) You got a lot of books for your money.18. That kind of problem isn't completely unknown. (A) That isn't a totally new kind of problem.19. Professor Keen made us rewrite our essays in class. (A) We had to write our compositions over again.20. I can’t believe you are not a physics major. (B) You certainly know a lot about physics.1990年1月托福听力文字及对应答案PART A1. I must have left my keys at my sister's house. (C) My keys are probably at my sister's house.2. We need to arrive early for the graduation ceremony. (D) it’s necessary for us to arrive at the ceremony early.3. Sarah spent twice as much time on computer as I do. (C) I use the computer half as much as Sara does.4. Let's listen to what Robert has to say. (B) We should pay attention to Robert.5. I told you two to cut it out. (A) Stop that!6. No one in the world could you expect to find a harder worker than Lois. (C) Lois works very hard.7. Dean Williams was invited by the college president to address the faculty.(B) The president asked Dean Williams to speak to the faculty.8. I'll have this finished in a little while. (A) Soon I'll be finished.9. He's sick of his job. (A) He doesn't like his work.10. Framed posters make interesting decorations, don't you think? (B) I believe framed posters are good for decorating.11. That's precisely the kind of camera I brought with me. (A) I brought a camera just like that one.12. If he’d only give our quizzes back. (C) We wish he would return our quizzes.13. I didn't mean to cause you so much trouble. (A) I'm sorry to have inconvenienced you.14. It's fun to sit in the students' section at the football game. (D) I enjoy sitting with the students at the game.15. There will be someone at the airport to meet us, won't there? (C) I believe that we'll be met at the airport.16. When will you ever learn! (C) Why do you keep on making the same mistakes?17. I don't recall locking my suitcase. (D) As far as I know, my suitcase should be open.18. To pay to see that movie would be foolish, when you can see it on television for nothing.(A) If you can see the movie on television, why pay for it?19. I didn't know that both reports were due today. (B) I thought only one report was due.20. The classes should have shorter sessions. (C) The classes are too long.1990年5月托福听力文字及对应答案PART A1. Frank rented a car and drove to Dallas. (B) Frank drove to Dallas in a rented car.2. I saw her practicing the violin. (B) She was practicing the violin when I saw her.3. He came over to our house just the other day. (A) He recently visited us.4. Sidney has a tooth removed. (C) The dentist pulled out Sidney's tooth.5. How on earth can you believe that? (D) You don't really believe that, do you?:6. The shop's closed for the night. (D) The shops are closed until tomorrow.7. I thought you wouldn't come to class today. (A) I didn't think you would be in class.8. Don failed physics and had to take it over. (D) He took physics again because he failed the first time.9. No sooner had the storm started than all the lights went out. (C) The lights went off just as the storm began.10. He's planning a graduation party for his sister on the 20th of the next month. (D) Next month on the twentieth is the party.11. The bookstore is out of textbooks for French 102. (B) There are no more textbooks for French 102 in the bookstore.12. I really need to brush up on my math. (B) I need to improve my math skills.13. There is nobody on campus who doesn't know Irene. (B) Almost everybody knows Irene.14. He has a job on the side, preparing the laboratory every day for the next experiment.(A) He has part-time work in the laboratory.15. I can't deny that I was awful in the play. (A) I must admit that my performance was bad.16. Gloria has been knocking herself out on the project. (C) Gloria has been working very hard on the task.17. You are going to finish school this semester, aren't you? (A) Won't you be finished with school after this semester?18. Prof. Jenkins suggested that I use her name as a reference. (C) Professor Jenkins will recommend me.19. Shouldn't we be thinking about leaving for work? (A) Isn't it time we went to work?20. Lorraine's family was pleased by her thoughtful gift. (A) Lorraine gave her family a gift they liked.1990年8 月托福听力文字及对应答案PART A1. She used to live in a dormitory, but now she has her own apartment(B) She has moved out of the dormitory.2. We'll probably be late for the concert, won't we? (D) I think we'll miss the beginning of the concert.3. I' d better not go to bed because I haven* t finished my chemistry assignment. (B) I have to stay up to finish my chemistry.4. 1 always forget people's names at parties. (C) It's hard for me to remember a person's name at a party.5. You gave me the right address for Bill's apartment, didn't you? (B) I hope you gave me Bill's correct address.6. Just down the street is a nice little gift shop. (D) There is a gift shop nearby.7. The snack bar has fresh fruit, right? (A) Doesn't the snack bar sell fresh fruit?8. There are big sales going on in the department stores downtown this week according to Charlie.(C) Charlie told us about the sales in the stores downtown.9. There is not a single cloud in the sky this afternoon. (B) It's sunny day today.10. Not one student in my class has studied painting before. (C) Nobody in the class has ever had any painting lessons.11. Behind the lecture hall is a small parking lot. (C) The lecture hall is in front of a parking lot.12. Lucy was offered a scholarship by the university that was her first choice.(A) Lucy got a scholarship to the University of her Choice.13. Barbara discovered she was ineligible for the song contest. (D) She found out she couldn't enter the contest.14. Ted once worked there but no longer does. (D) He doesn't work there anymore.15. She replaced the broken pane of glass. (B) She fixed the window.16. I guessed the right answer. (B) I got the correct answer by chance.17. I've promised to take Cathy some of this delicious tea. (A) I said I'd take some of this tea to Cathy.18. Mary Ann, that's who makes the best soup. (C) Mary Ann makes outstanding soup.19. The last person I want to see Is Jeff. (A) I don't want to see Jeff at all.20. Sarah used to teach psychology, but now she is a corporate statistician (D) Sarah has a different job now.1990年10月托福听力文字及对应答案PART A1. Pat dropped the letter in the mailbox. (C) Pat mailed the letter.2. Fred gave the right answers to the question the instructor asked. (C) Fred's answers were correct.3. The trip was a wonderful experience, don't you agree? (B) Wasn't the trip marvelous?4. He ate two of them. (A) He had two to eat.5. Cheryl rarely goes with the group to the Saturday night dances. (D) Cheryl seldom goes to the dances with the group.6. She has to buy a book bag for school.(A) She needs something to carry her schoolbooks in.7. I’ve decided to hang on to my textbooks form last year. (C) I'm keeping my old textbooks.8. Carol works as a nurse, but she would rather teach. (B) Carol wishes she were a teacher.9. If only this rain would stop. (B) I'm tired of the rain.10. Twelve people came, but half left early. (A) Six people left before the end.11. Through that door, you will find someone to help you. (C) You can get someone to assist you if you go in that door.12. Max felt sick and stayed home from school. (B) Max missed school because he was sick.13. Everyone except Carrie voted for an exam instead of a paper. (D) Everyone but Carrie preferred having an exam.14. This tomato plant is still immature. (D) The tomato plant isn't completely developed.15. I’m supposed to turn south at the corner, right? (C) Shouldn't I turn south at the corner?16. Steve wanted a pair of table lamps, but got a floor lamp instead.(A) Steve bought a floor lamp, though he'd planned to buy table lamps.17. I don't need to tell you to come alone, do I? (B) You know you should come by yourself, don't you?18. He’ll turn his back on me if I ask for money. (A) When I need money, he won't help.19. I signed up for a month long course, but Kary signed up for one, that’s eight weeks long.(B) My course is half as long as Katy's.20. He misread the recipe, so the stew he made tasted terrible. (D) He didn't follow the recipe for the stew.1991年1月托福听力文字及对应答案PART A1. I couldn't hear her name clearly. (C) It was hard to hear her name.2. I wouldn't mind having a roommate. (D) Having a roommate is all right with me.3. Little did she realize that the present was for her. (D) She didn’t know that the present would be for her.4. I wonder if you could shut the door. (A) Could you please close the door?5. We just can't get over the fact that Ted and Margie got married. (B) The fact that they got married still amazes us.6. I wish I had more time to spend with you. (A) it’s too bad we have so little time together.7. I used to watch a lot of TV, but now I can't stand it. (A) Although I used to watch television a lot, I hate it now.8. On your right is the information booth. (D) You can get information over on the right.9. He fell down and hurt himself. (C) He was injured.10. What a long bus ride this is! (C) This bus ride takes a very long time.11. Jane wants to buy that painting? (B) Does Jane really wish to purchase that painting?12. Ruth liked Henry's watch so much that he bought himself one exactly like it. (D) Russ got a wat ch just like Henry’s13. You’ll come right on time, won't you? (C) Please try to be prompt.14. Carrol was told that she had gained the top score. (A) Carol did better than anyone else.15. Students outnumbered teachers at the rally. (A) Carol did better than anyone else.16. No one could keep him from speaking. (C) He couldn’t be prevented from speaking.17. The sea's very calm. (B) The water isn't rough.18. She stopped feeling the ducks at the park. (D) She no longer gives the ducks food.19. I can't risk not telling him. (B) I have to tell him.20. Jeff and Alan share a common outlook or life. (A) They think alike.1991年5月托福听力文字及对应答案PART A1. Emily and Joe are medical students, aren't they? (A) I think Emily and Joe are studying medicine.2. The conductor of the symphony orchestra was terrific. (B) The orchestra's conductor was excellent.3. Ned wasn't invited to the party. (D) No one asked Ned to the party.4. I have the store deliver the packages to my house. (C) The store sent the packages to my house.5. There is no sport I enjoy more than swimming. (A) Swimming's my favorite sport.6. You’llfind her number listed in the telephone book. (C) Her number is in the directory.7. Too bad you didn't make a hotel reservation. (A) You should have reserved a room.8. The editor should have completed their work earlier. (B) The editors were late in finishing.9. The dormitory laundry service gives out clean sheets each week, doesn’t it?(D) Aren't clean sheets provided in the dormitory weekly?10. If I'd remembered to check the mailbox, I might have found your note.(A) Since I forgot to look in the mailbox, I missed your note.11. Irene’s grades enabled her to earn a scholarship. (D) She received a scholarship because of her grades.12. John doesn't think they've left the office yet. (D) He thinks they're still at the office.13. No sooner had I started to type my paper than the telephone rang. (C) Someone called just as I started to work.14. The fire was prevented from spreading because of Sandra's quick action. (A) Sandra stopped the fire from spreading.15. I went for a walk to wake myself up. (C) I was feeling sleepy and so I took a walk.16. Don’t you think it would be wise to review how much we've spent to date? (B) We should total our expenses up to now.17. The committee was selected by the college faculty. (B) The college faculty chose the committee members.18. Standing next to Paul is the dean of admissions. (C) The dean is standing beside Paul.19. The door banged shut. (D) The door closed loudly.20. Peter’s job search was unsuccessful. (B) Peter was unable to find a job.1991年8月托福听力文字及对应答案PART A1. The bank granted her loan to cover her school expenses. (C) She borrowed money from the bank to pay her school fees.2. Bill thanks for picking up the books for me. (D) I appreciate your getting my books, Bill.3. She said the demonstration begins at 8 o’clock, didn’t she? (C) I understand the demonstration will be at eight o'clock.4. Linda took night classes for ten years and eventually got her degree. (C) It took Linda ten years to earn her degree.5. Automobile pollution is a far greater problem than industrial waste. (B) Cars pollute more than industry does.6. I’m used to getting up early. (C) I usually get up early.7. Mary said she wanted to live by herself. (A) Mary doesn't want a roommate.8. Red lettering on signs is much more noticeable than blue. (B) Blue print is less eye-catching than red print.9. He stood up for what he thought was right. (B) He defended his point of view.10. I’d like to skip the meeting, but I can't just not go. (C) I'll go to the meeting even though I don't want to.11. I couldn't get David to tell where he's going on vacation. (A) David wouldn't tell me where he will spend his vacation.12. The radio is too loud only for Ben. (D) Just Ben thinks the radio is too loud.13. Let’s leave the ear at home and walk to town for a change. (D) I'd rather walk than drive today.14. Kevin raced through the station, afraid he'd miss the train. (B) Kevin didn't want to miss the train, so he ran to catch it.15. If we hadn't made the wrong turn, we’d have been on time. (D) We're late because we went the wrong way.16. Better than half the class was absent. (D) More than half of the students were not in class.17. People from the television station have requested the viewers to send in their suggestions.(A) The television station staff has asked for viewers' ideas.18. Although John would never believe it, I did try to return his telephone call. (C) I really tried to call John back.19. Lunch wasn't at all appealing today. (C) I didn't think today's lunch looked very good.20. Robert tends to keep his opinions to himself. (D) Robert seldom tells people what he's thinking.1991年10月托福听力文字及对应答案PART A1. The radio works well only in clear weather. (C) The radio doesn't work in bad weather.2. Actually, I don't think Jane's busy now. (A) I believe Jane's free at the moment.3. Gary has to face the facts. (B) He had to accept the truth.4. If I'd known the bank would be closed today. I would have gone there yesterday. (D) I didn't go to the bank yesterday.5. In computer programming, Susan is head and shoulders above the rest of us.(A) Susan is much better than we are in this subject.6. She is a first-year law student. (C) She's just begun her legal studies.7. For the next half hour, we will work out in the gym. (C) We will be exercising in the gymnasium for 30 minutes.8. When will these pictures be ready? (A) I've waited too long for the pictures.9. Jane was taught to drive by her brother. (B) He taught her how to drive.10. Philip's never been seen wear a tie. (D) He doesn't seem to ever wear a tie11. I must have left my office keys at home because I can't find them anywhere. (B) I forgot to bring my keys.12. Wasn't it the best meal you ever ate! (C) The food was delicious, don't you agree?13. We won't start a new lesson before next week. (D) There will be no new lesson this week.14. You took the bus to get here right? (B) I understand you came by bus.15. I am afraid that Alan is not up to such a difficult task. (D) I doubt that Alan can do the job.16. My cousin, who is a geography teacher, helped us plan out trip. (C) We received advice about our trip from my cousin.17. Dian was too excited to sit quietly and kept pacing the floor. (D) She couldn't hide her excitement.18. Robert wants to take up drawing. (A) He's interested in learning how to draw.19. He got bored playing cards last night; so he left early. (C) He did not stay for the entire evening.20. May I have a package of safety pins please? (C) Would you please give me safety pins.1992年1月托福听力文字及对应答案PART A1. Jack introduced us to his parents (D) We met his mother and father.2. I finished the assignment a week ago. (B) My assignment was completed last week3. We didn’t think you would mind C) We didn't expect it to bother you..4. Do go ahead with your dessert. (A) Please eat your dessert.5. He was extremely angry but didn't let it show. (B) He was hiding his feelings.6. Aren’t your clever to figure that out! (A) How smart you are to find the answer to that!7. Ann rides her bike to work to save money on bus fare. (B) Anne saves money by riding her bike to work8. My marks are higher than I thought they’d be. (B) I didn't think my marks would be this good.9. Alex will call before he comes, won’t he? (C) Will Alex phone before coming?10. The club president announced that each member has a quota of ten tickets to sell for the talent show.(B) Everyone in the club should sell at least ten tickets11. We should include these figures in the report, I think. (C) I believe the report ought to include this information.12. Now that I finally turned in my thesis, I plan to take it easy for a while. (C) I'm going to rest after all that hard work13. I don't think I heard her name mentioned before. (D) That name isn't familiar to me.14. No one came to the school play. (C) Nobody went to see the play.15. If only you told me sooner. (B) You should have informed me earlier.16. I’ve got to get going on my research project. (D) It's time to start my research project17. The actors received a standing ovation for their performance. (C) The audience stood up and applauded.18. A friend bought Doris's painting. (D) Doris' friend bought her painting19. Everyone thinks Carlo is a very outgoing fellow. (D) He's very friendly.20. I was late coming back from lunch today. (D) I look a longer lunch break today1111111992年5月托福听力文字及对应答案PART A1. We tried calling Ken, thinking he'd be home. (B) We expected Ken to answer the phone.2. She doesn't know we finished the experiment. (A) She thinks we haven't finished.3. Didn’t she handle her presentation well (B) She gave a good presentation4. I don't know Maxine although we went to the same university. (C) I never met Maxine when we were at college.5. At the end of the street is a bookstore where you can buy used books. (B) You can get secondhand books in that store.6. If he'd only asked me for help I'd have done my best for him. (A) I'd have been happy to help if he'd asked me.7. The shoe polish doesn't match the shoes. (A) The shoe polish is the wrong color.8. You’ll have to get another chair from the living room. (C) You'll have to bring another chair in here.9. I had a piece of Carla's birthday cake although I usually don't like dessert. (D) It was unusual that I ate some cake.10. Here take this pill, don’t chew it. (D) Swallow this tablet.11. I can't finish what I’m working on until I have your research result. (A) I need your data before I can finish my work.。
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托福真题：1995年10月托福阅读全真试题-托福真题
托福真题：1995年10月托福阅读全真试题-托福真题1995年10月托福阅读全真试题Questions 1-13Atmospheric pressure can support a column of water up to10 meters high. But plants can move water much higher, thesequoia tree can pump water to its very top, more than 100meters above the ground. Until the end of the nineteenth century, the movement of water in trees and other tall plantswas a mystery. Some botanists hypothesized that the livingcells of plants acted as pumps, But many experiments demonstrated that the stems of plants in which all the cells are killedcan still move water to appreciable heights. Other explanationsfor the movement of water in plants have been based on root pressure, a push on the water from the roots at the bottom ofthe plant. But root pressure is not nearly great enough to push water to the tops of tall trees. Furthermore, the conifers,which are among the tallest trees, have unusually low root pressures.If water is not pumped to the top of a tall tree, and if itis not pushed to the top of a tall tree, then we may ask, Howdoes it get there? According to the currently accepted cohesion-tension theory, water is pulled there. The pull on a rising column of water in a plant results from the evaporation ofwater at the top of the plant. As water is lost from the surface of the leaves, a negative pressure, or tension, is created. The evaporated water is replaced by water moving from inside the plant in unbroken columns that extend from the top of a plant to its roots. The same forces that create surface tension in anysample of water are responsible for the maintenance of these unbroken columns of water. When water is confined in tubes ofvery small bore, the forces of cohesion (the attraction between water molecules) are so great that the strength of a columnof water compares with the strength of a steel wire ofthe same diameter. This cohesive strength permits columns ofwater to be pulled to great heights without being broken.1. How many theories does the author mention?(A) One(B) Two(C) Three(D) Four2. The passage answers which of the following questions?(A) What is the effect of atmospheric pressure on foliage?(B) When do dead cells harm plant growth?(C) How does water get to the tops of trees?(D) Why is root pressure weak?3. The word "demonstrated" in line 7 is closest in meaning to(A) ignored(B) showed(C) disguised(D) distinguished4. What do the experiments mentioned in lines 7-9 prove?(A) Plant stems die when deprived of water(B) Cells in plant stems do not pump water(C) Plants cannot move water to high altitudes(D) Plant cells regulate pressure within stems5.How do botanists know that root pressure is not the only force that moves water in plants?(A) Some very tall trees have weak root pressure.(B) Root pressures decrease in winter.(C) Plants can live after their roots die.(D) Water in a plant's roots is not connected to water in its stem.6. Which of the following statements does the passage support?(A) Water is pushed to the tops of trees.(B) Botanists have proven that living cells act as pumps.(C) Atmospheric pressure draws water to the tops of tall trees.(D) Botanists have changed their theories of how water moves in plants.7. The word "it" in line 16 refers to(A) top(B) tree(C) water(D) cohesion-tension theory.8. The word "there" in line 18 refers to(A) treetops(B) roots(C) water columns(D) tubes9. What causes the tension that draws water up a plant?(A) Humidity(B) Plant growth(C) Root pressure(D) Evaporation10. The word "extend" in line 24 is closest in meaning to(A) stretch(B) branch(C) increase(D) rotate11. According to the passage, why does water travel through plants in unbroken columns?(A) Root pressure moves the water very rapidly.(B) The attraction between water molecules in strong.(C) The living cells of plants push the water molecules together.(D) Atmospheric pressure supports the columns.12.Why does the author mention steel wire in line 30?(A) To illustrate another means of pulling water(B) To demonstrate why wood is a good building material(C) To indicate the size of a column of water(D) To emphasize the strength of cohesive forces in water13.Where in the passage does the author give an example of a plant with low root pressure?(A) Lines3-4(B) Lines5-7(C) Lines10-11(D) Lines12-13Question 14-22Mass transport[1] [2] [3] [4] [5] 下一页[1] [2] [3] [4] [5] 下一页1995年10月托福阅读全真试题ation revised the social and economic fabricof the American city in three fundamental ways. It catalyzed physical expansion, it sorted out people and land uses,and it accelerated the inherent instability of urban life. By opening vast areas of unoccupied land for residential expansion, the omnibuses, horse railways, commuter trains, andelectric trolleys pulled settled regions outward two to four times more distant from city centers than they were in the pre- modern era. In 1850, for example, the borders of Boston lay scarcely two miles from the old business district; by the turn of the century the radius extended ten miles. Now those whocould afford it could live far removed from the old city center and still commute there for work, shopping, and entertainment. The new accessibility of land around the periphery ofalmost every major city sparked an explosion of real estatedevelopment and fueled what we now know as urban sprawl.Between 1890 and 1920, for example, some 250,000 newresidential lots were recorded within the borders of Chicago, most of them located in outlying areas. Over the same period,another 550,000 were plotted outside the city limits but withinthe metropolitan area. Anxious to take advantage of thepossibilities of commuting, real estate developers added 800,000 potential building sites to the Chicago region in just thirtyyears – lots that could have housed five to six million people.Of course, many were never occupied; there was alwaysa huge surplus of subdivided, but vacant, land around Chicagoand other cities. These excesses underscore a feature ofresidential expansion related to the growth of mass transportation: urban sprawl was essentially unplanned. It was carried out by thousands of small investors who paid little heed to coordinated land use or to future land users. Those who purchased andprepared land for residential purposes, particularly land near or outside city borders where transit lines and middle-class inhabitants were anticipated, did so to create demand as much asto respond to it. Chicago is a prime example of this process.Real estate subdivision there proceeded much faster thanpopulation growth.14. With which of the following subjects is the passage mainly concerned?(A) Types of mass transportation.(B) Instability of urban life.(C) How supply and demand determine land use.(D) The effects of mass transportation on urban expansion.15. The author mentions all of the following as effects of mass transportation on cities EXCEPT(A) growth in city area(B) separation of commercial and residential districts.(C) Changes in life in the inner city.(D) Increasing standards of living.16. The word "vast" in line 5 is closest in meaning to(A) large(B) basic(C) new(D) urban17. The word "sparked" in line 15 is closest in meaning to(A) brought about(B) surrounded(C) sent out(D) followed18. Why does the author mention both Boston and Chicago?(A) To demonstrate positive and negative effects of growth.(B) To show that mass transit changed many cities.(C) To exemplify cities with and without mass transportation.(D) To contrast their rates of growth19. The word "potential" in line 23 is closest in meaning to(A) certain(B) popular(C) improved(D) possible20. The word "many" in line 25 refers to(A) people(B) lots(C) years(D) developers21. According to the passage, what was one disadvantage ofresidential expansion?(A) It was expensive.(B) It happened too slowly.(C) It was unplanned.(D) It created a demand for public transportation.22. The author mentions Chicago in the second paragraph as an example of a city(A) that is large(B) that is used as a model for land development(C) where land development exceeded population growth(D) with an excellent mass transportation system.Question 23-33The preservation of embryos and juveniles is rare occurrencein the fossil record. The tiny, delicate skeletons are usually scattered by scavengers or destroyed by weathering beforethey can be fossilized. Ichthyosaurs had a higher chance ofbeing preserved than did terrestrial creatures because, as marine animals, they tended to live in environments less subject to erosion. Still, their fossilization required a suite of factors: a slow rate of decay of soft tissues, little scavenging by other animals, a lack if swift currents and waves to jumble and carry away small bones, and fairly rapid burial. Given t上一页[1] [2] [3] [4] [5] 下一页上一页[1] [2] [3] [4] [5] 下一页1995年10月托福阅读全真试题hese factors,some areas have become a treasury of well-preservedichthyosaur fossils.The deposits at Holzmaden, Germany, present aninteresting case for analysis. The ichthyosaur remains are found in black, bituminous marine shales deposited about 190 millionyears ago. Over the years, thousands of specimens of marine reptiles, fish, and invertebrates have been recovered fromthese rocks. The quality of preservation is outstanding, butwhat is even more impressive is the number of ichthyosaurfossils containing preserved embryos. Ichthyosaurs with embryos have been reported from 6 different levels of the shale in asmall area around Holzmaden, suggesting that a specific sitewas used by large numbers of ichthyosaurs repeatedly overtime. The embryos are quite advanced in their physical develop- ment; their paddles, for example, are already well formed.One specimen is even preserved in the birth canal. In addition,the shale contains the remains of many newborns that arebetween 20 and 30 inches long.Why are there so many pregnant females and young atHolzmaden when they are so rare elsewhere? The quality of preservation is almost unmatched, and quarry operations havebeen carried out carefully with an awareness of the value of the fossils. But these factors do not account for the interesting question of how there came to be such a concentration ofpregnant ichthyosaurs in a particular place very close to their time of giving birth.23. The passage supports which of the following conclusions?(A) Some species of ichthyosaurs decayed more rapidly than other species.(B) Ichthyosaur newborns are smaller than other newborn marine reptiles.(C) Ichthyosaurs were more advanced than terrestrial creatures.(D) Ichthyosaurs may have gathered at Holzmaden to give birth.24. The word "they" in line 4 refers to(A) skeletons(B) scavengers(C) creatures(D) environments25. All of the following are mentioned as factors that encourage fossilization EXCEPT the(A) speed of burial(B) conditions of the water(C) rate at which soft tissues decay(D) cause of death of the animal.26. Which of the following is true of the fossil deposits discussedin the passage?(A) They include examples of newly discovered species.(B) They contain large numbers of well-preserved specimens(C) They are older than fossils found in other places(D) They have been analyzed more carefully than other fossils.27. The word "outstanding" in line 18 is closest in meaning to(A) extensive(B) surprising(C) vertical(D) excellent28. The word "site" in line 22 is closest in meaning to(A) example(B) location(C) development(D) characteristic29. Why does the author mention the specimen preserved in the birth canal (line 26)?(A) To illustrate that the embryo fossils are quite advanced in theirdevelopment(B) To explain why the fossils are well preserved(C) To indicate how the ichthyosaurs died(D) To prove that ichthyosaurs are marine animals.30. The word "they" in line 30 refers to(A) pregnant females and young(B) quarry operations(C) the value of the fossils(D) these factors31.The phrase "account for" in line 33 is closest in meaning to(A) record(B) describe(C) equal(D) explain32.Which of the following best expresses the relationship between the first and second paragraphs?(A) The first paragraph describes a place while the second paragraph describes a field of study.(B) The first paragraph defines the terms that are used in the second paragraph.(C) The second paragraph describes a specific instance of the general topic discussed in the first paragraph.(D) The second paragraph presents information that contrasts with the information given in the first paragraph.33.Where in the passage does the author mentions the variety of fossils found at Holzmaden?(A) Line 1(B) Lines 3-5(C) Lines 12-13(D) Lines 19-21Questions 34-41The Lewis and Clark expedition, sponsored by PresidentJefferson, was the most important official examination of thehigh plains and the Northwest before the War of 1812. ThePresident's secretary, Captain Meriwether Lewis, had beeninstructed to "explore the Missouri River, and such principal streams of it as, by its course and communication with thewaters of the Pacific Ocean …may offer her most direct and practicable water communication across the continent, for the purposes of commerce." Captain William Clark, the y上一页[1] [2] [3] [4] [5] 下一页上一页[1] [2] [3] [4] [5] 下一页1995年10月托福阅读全真试题oungerbrother of famed George Rogers Clerk, was invited to sharethe command of the exploring party.Amid rumors that there were prehistoric mammothswandering around the unknown region and that somewhere in its wilds was a mountain of rock salt 80 by 45 miles in extent,the two captains set out. The date was May 14, 1804. Theirpoint of departure was the mouth of the Wood River, justacross the Mississippi from the entrance of the Missouri River. After toiling up the Missouri all summer, the group winterednear the Mandan villages in the center of what is now North Dakota. Resuming their journey in the spring of 1805, themen worked their way along the Missouri to its source andthen crossed the mountains of western Montana and Idaho.Picking up a tributary of the Columbia River, they continued westward until they reached the Pacific Ocean, where theystayed until the following spring.Lewis and Clark brought back much new information,including the knowledge that the continent was wider thanoriginally supposed. More specifically, they learned a good deal about river drainages and mountain barriers. They ended speculation that an easy coast-to-coast route existed via the Missouri-Columbia River systems, and their reports of the climate, the animals and birds, the trees and plants, and the Indians of the West – though not immediately published –were made available to scientists.34.With what topic is the passage primarily concerned?(A) The river systems of portions of North America.(B) Certain geological features to the North American continent.(C) An exploratory trip sponsored by the United States government.(D) The discovery of natural resources in the United States.35.According to the passage, the primary purpose of finding a water route across the continent was to(A) gain easy access to the gold and other riches of the Northwest(B) become acquainted with the inhabitants of the West.(C) investigate the possibility of improved farmland in the West.(D) facilitate the movement of commerce across the continent36.The river Meriwether Lewis was instructed to explore was the(A) Wood(B) Missouri(C) Columbia(D) Mississippi37.According to the passage, the explorers spent their first winter in what would become(A) North Dakota(B) Missouri(C) Montana(D) Idaho38.The author states that Lewis and Clark studied all of thefollowing characteristics of the explored territories EXCEPT(A) mineral deposits(B) the weather(C) animal life(D) native vegetation39.The phrase "Picking up" in line 23 could best be replaced by which of the following?(A) Searching for(B) Following(C) Learning about(D) Lifting40.It can be inferred from the passage that prior to the Lewis and Clark expedition the size of the continent had been(A) of little interest(B) underestimated(C) known to native inhabitants of the West(D) unpublished but known to most scientists41.Wherer in the passage does the author refer to the explorers' failure to find an easy passageway to the western part of the continent?(A) Lines1-3(B) Lines7-8(C) Lines16-18(D) Lines21-24Questions 42-50For a century and a half the piano has been one of themost popular solo instruments for Western music. Unlikestring and wind instrument, the piano is completely self- sufficient, as it is able to play both the melody and its accompanying harmony at the same time. For this reason, it became the favorite household instrument of thenineteenth century.The ancestry of the piano can be traced to the early keyboard instruments of the fifteenth and sixteenth centuries – the spinet, the dulcimer, and the virginal. In the seventeenth century the organ, the clavichord, and the harpsichord becamethe chief instruments of the keyboard group, a supremacy they maintained until the piano supplanted them at the end of the eighteenth century. The clavichord's tone was metallic andnever powerful; nevertheless, because of the variety of tone possible to it, many composers found the clavichord a sympa-thetic instrument for intimate chamber music. The harpsichordwith its bright, vigorous tone was the favorite instrumentfor supporting the bass of the small orchestra of the period and for concert use but the character of the tone could not bevaried save by mechanical or structural devices.The piano was perfected in the early eighteenth centuryby a harpsichord maker in Italy (though musicologists pointout several previous instances of上一页[1] [2] [3] [4] [5] 下一页上一页[1] [2] [3] [4] [5] 下一页1995年10月托福阅读全真试题the instrument). This instrumentwas called a piano e forte(soft and loud), to indicate itsdynamic versatility; its strings were struck by a recoiling hammer with a felt-padded head. The wires were much heavierin the earlier instruments. A series of mechanical improvements continuing well into the nineteenth century, includingthe introduction of pedals to sustain tone or to soften it, the perfection of a metal frame and steel wire of the finest quality, finally produced an instrument capable of myriad tonaleffects from the most delicate harmonies to an almostorchestral fullness of sound, from a liquid, singing tone toa sharp, percussive brilliance.42. What does the passage mainly discuss?(A) The historical development of the piano(B) The quality of tone produced by various keyboard instruments(C) The uses of keyboard instruments in various types of compositions(D) The popularity of the piano with composers43. Which of the following instruments was widely used before the seventeenth century?(A) The harpsichord(B) The spinet(C) The clavichord(D) The organ44. The words "a supremacy" in line 12 are closest in meaning to(A) a suggestion(B) an improvement(C) a dominance(D) a development45. The word "supplanted" in line 13 is closest in meaning to(A) supported(B) promoted(C) replaced(D) dominated46. The word "it" in line 15 refers to the(A) variety(B) music(C) harpsichord(D) clavichord47. According to the passage, what deficiency did the harpsichord have?(A) It was fragile(B) It lacked variety in tone.(C) It sounded metallic.(D) It could not produce a strong sound.48. Where in the passage does the author provide a translation?(A) Lines 4-5(B) Lines 13-15(C) Lines 18-19(D) Lines 20-2549. According to the information in the third paragraph, which of the following improvements made it possible to lengthen the tone produced by the piano?(A) The introduction of pedals(B) The use of heavy wires(C) The use of felt-padded hammerheads(D) The metal frame construction50. The word "myriad" in line 32 is closest in meaning to(A) noticeable(B) many(C) loud(D) unusual <br上一页[1] [2] [3] [4] [5]上一页[1] [2] [3] [4] [5]。
1996年10月托福听力文字-托福考试.doc
1996年10月托福听力文字-托福考试96年10月托福听力文字1. I want to play tennis tomorrow but I didn't bring my racket with me this evening.Do you have one I could borrow?What does the man imply?2. I thought this shirt was a great deal but I washed it once and it shrunk so much that I can't wear it.Some bargain. You should ask for a refund.What does the woman mean?3. I broke my ankle last Tuesday. And now I have to be on crutches for six weeks.I'm sorry to hear that. Is there anything I can do for you?What does the woman mean?4. Why didn't you call me last night like you were supposed to?I did your time was busy.What does the man mean?5. Sue, would you like a sandwich or something?Oh, please don't bother. I can get something later.What does the woman mean?6. This report is due tomorrow. Would you be able to work on it with me tonight?Unfortunately I have another commitment.What does the woman mean?7. I wonder where the books I ordered are. I expected to receive the package several days ago.Maybe you'd better check it with the company. They could be temporarily out of stock.What does the man suggest the woman do?8. I just have to type this last page and then I'm through.By then I'll be done too.9. Did you read the editorial in the paper about the mayor's speech?I sure did. But I think they twisted the meaning of what he said.What does the man say of the editorial?10. Why do we go to see a movie tonight? A good comedy might cheer you up.I would. But I the reason that I've been so down is all this work I have to do.What can be inferred about the man?11. I'd like to try to sell some of my textbooks from the last semester.You and a few hundred other people.What does the woman imply?12. Could I talk to you for a minute about the discrepancy I found in this graph?I'm kind of in the middle of things right now.13. Do you know if George is coming to the meeting?Oh, no. I was supposed to tell that he is sick and can't come.What does the man mean?14. Dick, please don't tie up the phone. I need to make a call.I'll be off in a minute.What will the man do?15. Saliy says we should meet her in the park at noon.I thought we were meeting at the library.What do the speakers disagree about?16. I'm sort of upset with my brother. He hasn't answer either of my letters.Well, just remember how hectic your freshman year was.Give him a chance to get settled.What does the man imply?17. I wonder what this new flavor of ice cream tastes like?I tried it last week. If I were you, I would stick with an old favorite.What can be inferred from the conversation?18. Pete had hoped to have his apartment painted by this time.But he hasn't started yet, has he?What does the woman imply about Pete?19. You don't believe in diet, do you?There is nothing wrong with them but they have to combine with exercise to do any good.What does the man mean?20. I'm amazed that you still haven't gotten to know your neighbors.They tend to keep to themselves.What does the man mean?1 2 3。
老托福听力题目汇总(1989-5附答案解析 MP3)
智课网TOEFL备考资料老托福听力题目汇总(1989-2005年附答案解析+MP3) 摘要：老托福听力题目包含了从1989年-2005年的所有真题题目及答案，这些资料往往成为了众多备考生的首选，原因就是他的全面性，基本上包含了所有托福考试的真题，所以有需要的同学就赶快来下载吧!老托福听力题目整理了最全面的托福听力，同学们在练习的过程中，可以结合音频来练习这些托福听力题目，以期达到最好的听力练习效果!老托福听力题目汇总：Section One: Listening Comprehension1. (A) Spend more time working on calculus problems.(B) Talk to an advisor about dropping the course.(C) Work on the assignment with a classmate.(D) Ask the graduate assistant for help.2. (A) Go home to get a book.(B) Return a book to the library.(C) Pick up a book at the library for the woman.(D) Ask the librarian for help in finding a book.3. (A) The woman could use his metric ruler.(B) He'll finish taking the measurements for the woman.(C) The woman's ruler is better than his.(D) He's faster at making the conversions than the woman.4. (A) She wants the man to attend the tournament with her.(B) The tournament begins next week.(C) The man should check with his doctor again(D) She hopes the man will be able to play in the tournament.5. (A) The advisor has already approved the man's class schedule.(B) The man should make an appointment to see his advisor.(C) The man should change his course schedule.(D) The man should sign the document before leaving.6. (A) She didn't teach class today.(B) She noticed that the students didn't do their homework.(C) She usually assigns homework.(D) She usually talks quietly.7. (A) It started to rain when she was at the beach.(B) She'd like the man to go to the beach with her.(C) The forecast calls for more rain tomorrow.(D) She won't go to the beach tomorrow if it rains.老托福听力题目截图：以上就是为大家整理的老托福听力题目(1989-2005年附答案解析+MP3)，希望大家能够通过这些真题的练习，真正的帮助大家提高听力。
95年10月托福听力原文带翻译
95年10月托福听力文字1.W: How is your paper coming along?M: My typewriter is broken.Q: What does the man mean?2.W: Have you tried Susan's apple-pie?M: I got the last piece. And it was out of this world.Q: What does the woman mean?3.W: If you're staying late, will you be sure to lock up the office when you leave?M: Oh. I hope I won't be more than an hour.Q: What does the man mean?4.W: Nancy really wants to ski on Thursday.M: Yes, but she can't. Can she?Q: What does the man say about Nancy?5.M: Let me help you with those packages.W: Thanks. But it is only 3 quarters of a block.Q: What does the woman tell the man?6.M: Did you know that Arthur has three brothers living on three different continents?W: He must get in an incredible phone bill every month.Q: What does the woman imply about Arthur?7.M: This calculator isn't working right.W: I think you've got the battery in upside down.Q: What does the woman mean?8.W: We should buy a good guide book and study it before our trip to Montreal.M: We could. But they're so overpriced. What about the library?Q: What does the man imply?9.W: I always want a little something to eat about this time of day.M: So do I. Let's have a snack now and then have a light lunch later.Q: What are the speakers discussing?10.M: I've just been over to my friend Tom's new apartment.It's much bigger than my place.W: But more expensive I bet.Q: What does the woman mean?11.W: Could you mail these letters for me please?M: More letters? Your friends are going to be very happy to hear from you.Q: What does the man imply about the woman?12.W: Does Prof. Ford always come to class?M: Is ice cold?Q: What does the man imply about Prof Ford?13.W: Would you have some time this week to go over these questions with me?M: How does tomorrow sound?Q: What does the man mean?14.M: Hey? John! John!W: Save your breath. He's out of earshot.Q: What does the woman mean?15.W: You only have water to serve your guests?M: This isn't just water. This is imported mineral water.Q: What does the woman imply?16.W: I see a new bookstore has just opened on Main street.M: It may be a new store. But the books are far from new.Q: What does the man mean?17.W: Alice has been spending a lot of time at the library lately.M: Well. She's got a paper do and two final exams next week.Q: What has Alice probably been doing?18.W: It's going to cost a fortune to get my car fixed.M: Why don't you just trade it in for a new one?Q: What does the man suggest the woman do?19.M: Winter is over at last. Time to pack up my gloves and boots.W: I've been waiting for this for months.Q: What does the woman mean?20.W: How did the game go the other night? Did your team win?M: Are you kidding? That would be a first.Q: What does the man imply?21.W: Danas told us he likes to play cards.M: But we've invited him three times and he hasn't come once.Q: What can be inferred about Danas?22.W: I invited my class home for coffee.M: In this tiny place?Q: What does the man imply?23.M: Excuse me; I don't understand why fight 213 has been delayed. The weather seems fine now.W: I'm afraid New York got three times as much snow as we did here. It should be clear by morning though.Q: What does the woman imply?24.M: Take a look at this gift catalog. Maybe we can find something to get Janet for her new house.W: OK. But remember we can't afford a lot.Q: What does the woman mean?25.M: Are you still waiting for Bob?W: I don't know why I bother. The store will be closed by the time we get there.Q: What does the woman mean?26.M: Would you like to come with us for coffee a little later?W: I'm off caffeine, medical restriction.Q: What does the woman mean?27.W: Mary seems surprised that she got a research grant.M: Well, she shouldn’t have been. Everybody knows that she's brilliant.Q: What does the man mean?28.M: Mind if I leave my umbrella here in the hallway?W: Not at all. But first shake it off outside, would you?Q: What does the woman tell the man?29.W: According to this article, the former boxing champion is going to try again. He's coming out of theretirement for the third time.M: Is a comeback at his age at all likely?Q: What does the man imply about the former box champion?30.W: Don't you think Prof. Morrison's test was too difficult?M: Well, I must admit I had been expecting more than just passing grade in biology.Q: What does the man mean?生词表1.typewriter ['taip,raitə] n. 打字机2.block [blɔk] n. 一批；大宗，大量3.incredible [in'kredəbl] adj. 难以置信的，惊人的4.snack [snæk] n. 小吃，快餐5.earshot ['iəʃɔt] n. 听力所及之范围6.catalog ['kætəlɔɡ] n. 目录7.caffeine ['kæfi:n] n. 咖啡因8.restriction [ri'strikʃən] n. 限制9.retirement [ri'taiəmənt] n. 退役PART B31-34have you made any plans to go away during semester break? I've been thinking of skiing.I really haven't had time to think about my vacation. I've been concentrating on getting ready for my exams, especially Philosophy. But I'll probably go to the beach.Why the beach?Well. It would be nice to get away from this cold weather and just lie in the sun and relax after working so hard. It's true that skiing does require work. And you have to get up early and wait in long lines for the chair leaves. Thanks. I think you help me make up my mind.Sure. Now maybe you can use your mind to think about something else, like your studies.你在学期休息期间做出任何计划了吗?我一直在想着滑雪。
96年10月托福听力文字带答案
96年10月托福听力文字带答案96年10月托福听力文字1. I want to play tennis tomorrow but I didn't bring my racket with me this evening.Do you have one I could borrow?What does the man imply?(A) He is playing tennis tomorrow.(B) Someone else has borrowed his racket.(C) His racket is not usable.(D) The woman should buy a new tennis racket.2. I thought this shirt was a great deal but I washed it once and it shrunk so much that I can't wear it. Some bargain. You should ask for a refund.What does the woman mean?(A) The shirt is clean.(B) The shirt was not expensive.(C) The man should try to get his money back.(D) The shirt needs to be washed again.3. I broke my ankle last Tuesday. And now I have to be on crutches for six weeks.I'm sorry to hear that. Is there anything I can do for you?What does the woman mean?(A) She's willing to help the man.(B) She's sorry that she injured the man.(C) She'd like the man to repeat what he said.(D) She wants to know what happened to the man.4. Why didn't you call me last night like you were supposed to?I did your time was busy.What does the man mean?(A) He tried to call the woman.(B) He was too busy to call the woman.(C) He didn't know he was supposed to call the woman.(D) He spoke to the woman on the phone last night.5. Sue, would you like a sandwich or something?Oh, please don't bother. I can get something later.What does the woman mean?(A) She's annoyed（气愤的） by the man.(B) She'd like a sandwich.(C) She has already eaten.(D) She doesn't want anything to eat now.6. This report is due tomorrow. Would you be able to work on it with me tonight?Unfortunately I have another commitment.What does the woman mean?(A) She's not qualified to write the report.(B) She's too busy to help the man.(C) She's surprised by the man's request.(D) She'd rather meet the man tonight.7. I wonder where the books I ordered are. I expected to receive the package several days ago. Maybe you'd better check it with the company. They could be temporarily out of stock. What does the man suggest the woman do?(A) Write a check to pay for the books.(B) Place an order for more books.(C) Open the box of books that the company shipped.(D) Call the company she ordered the books from.8. I just have to type this last page and then I'm through.By then I'll be done too.What does the woman mean?(A) She has to type two more pages.(B) She finished her work long ago.(C) The man can help her when he's done.(D) They'll complete their work at about the same time.9. Did you read the editorial in the paper about the mayor's speech?I sure did. But I think they twisted the meaning of what he said.What does the man say of the editorial?(A) It predicted the mayor（市长） would lose the election.(B) It clarified（明确，澄清） the mayor's position.(C) It didn't accurately represent the mayor's speech.(D) It listed the mayor's accomplishment.10. Why do we go to see a movie tonight? A good comedy might cheer you up.I would. But I the reason that I've been so down is all this work I have to do.What can be inferred about the man?(A) He doesn't have time to go to a movie.(B) He's upset with the woman.(C) He doesn't usually enjoy comedies.(D) He has almost finished his work.11. I'd like to try to sell some of my textbooks from the last semester.You and a few hundred other people.What does the woman imply?(A) The bookstore is rarely crowded.(B) She's bought all her textbooks for this semester.(C) Many students have used books to sell.(D) Last semester's books cost her several hundred dollars.12. Could I talk to you for a minute about the discrepancy I found in this graph?I'm kind of in the middle of things right now.What does the woman mean?(A) The graph belongs in the center of the page.(B) She can't discuss the problem until later.(C) She's only finished half of the document.(D) They should look for another graph immediately.13. Do you know if George is coming to the meeting?Oh, no. I was supposed to tell that he is sick and can't come.What does the man mean?(A) He's supposed to go to the meeting.(B) He wants the woman to give George the message.(C) He doesn't know why George can't attend the meeting.(D) He forgot to deliver a message.14. Dick, please don't tie up the phone. I need to make a call.I'll be off in a minute.What will the man do?(A) End his conversation quickly.(B) Make several calls for the woman.(C) Take the phone off the hook.(D) Write down his phone number.15. Saliy says we should meet her in the park at noon.I thought we were meeting at the library.What do the speakers disagree about?(A) Where to meet Sally.(B) Why Sally wants to meet them.(C) The location of the park.(D) The time of the meeting.16. I'm sort of upset with my brother. He hasn't answer either of my letters.Well, just remember how hectic your freshman year was.Give him a chance to get settled.What does the man imply?(A) The woman does not remember her brother's address.(B) The letters were probably lost in the mail.(C) The woman will soon get used to college life.(D) The woman' s brother probably hasn't had time to write.17. I wonder what this new flavor of ice cream tastes like?I tried it last week. If I were you, I would stick with an old favorite.What can be inferred from the conversation?(A) The man ordered his favorite flavor for the woman.(B) The woman doesn't have a favorite flavor.(C) The man didn't like the new flavor.(D) The woman has tasted the new flavor.18. Pete had hoped to have his apartment painted by this time.But he hasn't started yet, has he?What does the woman imply about Pete?(A) He started to work in a paint shop.(B) He hasn't started looking for an apartment.(C) He had an appointment with a painter today.(D) He isn't on schedule with his painting.19. You don't believe in diet, do you?There is nothing wrong with them but they have to combine with exercise to do any good.What does the man mean?(A) The woman's health has improved.(B) He does not have enough energy to exercise.(C) By themselves diets are not useful(D) Diets can be harmful.20. I'm amazed that you still haven't gotten to know your neighbors.They tend to keep to themselves.What does the man mean?(A) His neighbors don't need his help.(B) His neighbors aren't very sociable（好交际的）.(C) His neighbors intend to go on vacation.(D) He's too busy to meet his neighbors.21. Joe, could you please help me straighten the rug? I'll move it while you lift up this side of the desk. Sure. Oh, just a minute. The lamp is still on it.What will the man probably do next?(A) Move the lamp.(B) Replace the rug.(C) Pick up one side of the desk.(D) She'll meet the man at the bank in half an hour.22. I had to stand in line at the bank for about half an hour. There were only two tellers open.That's where you and I differ. I would've gone back another time.What does the woman imply?(A) The man should have gone to a different bank.(B) The man should do business at her bank.(C) She wouldn't have waited so long.(D) She'll meet the man at the bank in half an hour.23. I was touched that our neighbor brought over a dish when we moved in.Yeah. Mrs. Smith really goes out of her way for others.What can be inferred about Mrs. Smith?(A) She is a good cook.(B) She lives far away from the woman.(C) She often takes trips abroad.(D) She often helps people.24. Where are you up to now?To meet a friend to come in on the subway.What does the woman mean?(A) The station is at the end of the street.(B) She met an old friend on the subway.(C) Her friend lives near the subway station.(D) She's picking someone up at the subway station.25. My company is flying me out to Hawaii on business next week.That's great. Where are they putting you up?What does the man want to know?(A) Which company the woman will do business with.(B) Where the woman's business will take place.(C) Which hotel the woman will stay in.(D) Where the woman will fly to.26. It's good to see you, Mary. How have you been?Actually I have been feeling under the weather recently.What does the woman mean?(A) She hasn't liked the recent weather.(B) She's been a little sick.(C) She's finally gotten over her fever.(D) She's had a lot of bad luck lately.27. It's a really nice apartment. But the owners want two-month rent in advance and I just don't have it.Do you think it would help if they knew what a good tenant you are? You could get your landlord to write them a letter.What does the woman suggest the man do?(A) Borrow the money for the first two months' rent.(B) Look for a less expensive apartment(C) Ask his landlord to reassure（使放心） the owners of the apartment.(D) Write a letter to the owners of the apartment.28. Good morning, East Coast Data Process. May I help you?Caroline? Oh, dear, I'm sorry, I thought I dialed Jack Easton, your number must be just above his in my address book.What can be inferred from the conversation?(A) The man lost his address book.(B) The man and the woman already know each other.(C) The man is sorry to bother Jack Easton.(D) Jack Easton and the woman work for the same company.29. There's a nonstop train for Washington leaving here at 2:15.That will be faster than taking the one that leaves at 2:00 and it will give us time to get a bite to eat.What does the woman imply?(A) The two o'clock train has a dining car.(B) The two o'clock train will arrive later than the nonstop one.(C) She plans to eat on the train.(D) She prefers to take the two o'clock train.30. Sorry about your report. I didn't realize it was in that stack of papers.Don't worry about it. Luckily I saved a copy on my computer.What can be inferred from the conversation?(A) The woman is worried about losing some papers.(B) The woman wants the man to find the report.(C) The woman saved her report until the last minute.(D) The woman's report was thrown out by the man.PART B31-34 Conversation between two students.* Hi, Bob. How is your oral presentation coming along?* What oral presentation? I don't have to give mine until the end of the next week.* You mean you haven't even started working on it yet?* No. I need the pressure of a deadline to get inspired.* Gee. I'm just the opposite. I can't concentrate unless I know I have plenty of time. Besides I have a big physics test next week so I want to get mypresentation out of the way.* What's your presentation on?* William Carlos Williams.* Wasn't he a poet? I thought we were supposed to focus on a short story.* He wrote short stories, do you know?* Really? I never knew that I guess I'll learn more on Tuesday. Is that when you are supposed to talk?* Uh-huh. But I was going to offer you sneak preview. I'm looking for someone to tell me whether I'm talking to fast and whether you can follow what I'm saying.* I guess I could do that. When were you thinking of?* Will tonight be all right? I have a last to go to now but I'll be around after dinner.* That sounds good. I'll stop by your room. It's probably quieter there than in my hall.31. What do the students mainly discuss?(A) A physics exam.(B) A lecture they plan to attend(C) An assignment.(D) Their favorite poets.32. What does the woman want the man to tell her?(A) When the report is due.(B) How he chose his topic.(C) If he passed the course.(D) Whether her talk is clear.33. What will the man probably do after dinner?(A) Listen to the woman's talk.(B) Study for a test.(C) Go to class.(D) Prepare his presentation.34. Where do the students arrange the meet?(A) In the library.(B) In the woman's dormitory.(C) In an empty classroom.(D) In the dining hall.35-37 Conversation between two students.* Have you ever read anything about pseudo sciences?* You mean fake sciences? Yes. In fact I was just reading some articles about the brain. I have been looking through some of my roommate's science magazines and I came across an article on phrenology.* Phrenology, wasn't that the pseudo science founded by the scientist Franz Gall?* Yes. Gall maintained that people's characters could be determined by the size and the shape of their skulls. For example he though that a pump in a certain place on the head means thatthe person had the ability of a musician.* Really? I wonder what phrenologists would say about the bumps on my head. Would they say I have the abilities to be a doctor, or a plumber, or a thief.* Well, I'm not sure exactly what the connection is between a person's abilities and the physical characteristics of the head. But although there's no scientific basis for phrenology, it is true that the bead is the center control for the rest of the body.* I guess you are right. Scientists now know that different parts of the brain control different parts of the body.* Yes. And I wouldn't be surprised that the scientists one day discover that certain aspect of phrenology has scientific application.35. What is the source of the woman's information?(A) A professor's lecture.(B) A magazine article.(C) A television program.(D) A doctor's report.36. According to phrenology, what determines a person's character?(A) Body size and shape.(B) Influence from the parents(C) Physical characteristics of the head.(D) Conditioning from the environment.37. What does the woman say about the sections of the brain?(A) Different sections of the brain control different body functions.(B) Blows to certain areas of the skull will affect some brain functions.(C) Stimulating certain sections of the brain will increasebrain functions.(D) Physical and mental（精神的，心里的）abilities are localized in one section of the brain.PART C38 to 42 Talk given in a library science class.In the early 1800s, the paper industry was still using rags as its basic source of fiber as it had for many centuries. However the rag supply couldn't keep up with the growing demand for paper. The United States alone was using 250 thousand tons of rags each year. And a quarter of that had to be imported. It was clear that a new source of fiber was needed to keep up with the demand for paper. Theanswer to this problem turned out to be paper made from wood pulp, something that was abundantly available in north America. IN Canada, the first wood pulp mill was set up in 1866 and it was immediately successful. But while wood pulp solved the problem of quantity it created a problem of quality. Wood contains a substance called lignin. The simplest way to make large quantities of cheap paper involved leaving the lignin in the wood pulp. But lignin is acidic and its presence in paper has shorten the life expectancy of paper from several centuries for rag pager to less than a century for paper made from wood pulp. This means that books printed less than a hundred years ago are already turning yellow and beginning to disintegrate, even though books printed much earlier maybe in the conditions. This is bad enough for the older books on your bookshelf but it opposes a huge problem for libraries and the collections of government documents.38. What does the speaker mainly discuss?(A) The growth of the publishing industry.(B) The history of papermaking.(C) The uses of paper in the nineteenth century.(D) The composition of wood fiber.39. What did the paper industry need a new source of fiber in the early 1800s?(A) Publishers wanted higher quality paper.(B) Paper made from rags deteriorated（恶化，变坏）too quickly(C) Wood pulp had become too expensive.(D) The supply of rags was insufficient.40. What can inferred about the first wood pulp mill in Canada?(A) It turned out high-quality paper.(B) It used wood imported from the United States.(C) It caused a serious deforestation problem.(D) There was a ready marker for its product.41. According to the speaker, what is the problem with lignin?(A) It is difficult to obtain.(B) Paper cannot be made without it.(C) It causes paper to deteriorate.(D) It prevents wood from being turned into pulp.42. According to the speaker, what problem do libraries face?(A) Many of their books are in poor condition.(B) They have too many books from the early 1800's.(C) They don't have enough space to store government documents.(D) They have to import most of the paper they use.43 to 47 Radio announcer talking about a current topic.A recent report has shown that here in the United States, we've experienced an evolution concerning our attitudes towardsthe workweek and the weekends. Although some calendars still mark the beginning of a week as Sunday, more and more of us are coming to regard Monday as the first day of the week with Saturday and Sunday comprising the two-day period thought as the weekend. In fact the word "weekend" didn't even exist in English until about the middle of last century. In England at that time, Saturday afternoons had just been added to Sundays and holidays as a time for workers to have off from their jobs. This innovation became common in the United States in the 1920s, but as the workweek were shortened during the Great Depression of the 1930s, the weekend expanded to two full days - Saturday and Sunday. Some people thought that this trend would continue due to increasing automation and the workweek might decrease to four days or even fewer. But so far this hasn't happened. The workweek seems to have stabilized as forty hours made up of five eight-hour days. After this commercial I'll be back to talk about the idea ofadding Monday to the weekend.43. What is the speaker mainly discussing?(A) Attitudes toward employment.(B) Attitudes toward leisure activities.(C) Shifting job opportunities.(D) The evolution of the weekend.44. According to the speaker, what is changing in the way people think about the week?(A) Which days people should work.(B) How the week is divided into（分成） days.(C) Which day begins the work.(D) How many weeks there are in a month.45. According to the speaker, how has the amount of timepeople work changed from the early part of the century?(A) The weekend has decreased in length.(B) The number of national holidays has increased.(C) People work fewer days per week.(D) People work more hours each day.46. What does the speaker imply about the workweek in England in early 1800s?(A) It was six days long.(B) It didn't include Saturday afternoon.(C) It always included at least one holiday.(D) It didn't allow the workers time off.47. According to the speaker, what affect did some people think the increasing use of automation would have?(A) It would make the workday longer.(B) It would allow people to work on the weekend.(C) It would make leisure（空闲） activities expensive.(D) It would create much more free time.48 to 50 A professor talking to her music students.I don't think I have told you about my trip to Tangle wood's music festival.When I was in college, I won a music competition and the prize was a week at Tangle wood. Anyway it is one of the world's most famous music festivals and the summer pome the Boston Symphony Orchestra. It is located in the beautiful Berkshire Hills in New England. The summer musical season consists given over about mine weeks: from just 1st through the first week in September. The biggest stars on the music scene appear here. The year I went I was Lucky enough to see Leonard Bemstein conducting. I understand it is sometimes hard to get tickets but of course mine were a part of the prize. If you want to sit insidethe tickets are expensive. It's much cheaper to sit outside on the lawn. But it might rain, or sometimes it is really cool even in the summer. Either way the sound system is excellent. So it doesn't really matter where you sit. I seem to recall that the festival got started in the 1930s. Some Berkshire residents invited a symphony orchestra to perform a few outdoor concerts. The concerts were so successful that after a couple of years that things really took off. And the festival has got bigger and better every year. Attending was such a wonderful experience. I'd love to be able to go again. And I hope that all of you would be able to go too.48. Why did the professor originally go to Tanglewood?(A) She went to college nearby.(B) She won a contest.(C) Her family vacationed there.(D) She was a friend of Leonard Bernstein's.49. According to the professor, what is the disadvantage of sitting on the lawn?(A) It's difficult to hear.(B) The lawn is usually very crowded.(C) The setting isn't very pretty.(D) The audience might get wet.50. What does the professor imply about the festival?(A) It is held in Boston.(B) All the seats are indoors.(C) It is not well known.(D) It has been going on for a long time.51. What is the killdeer's nest in parking lot an example of?(A)52. According to the speaker, what is a possible reason thatbirds began to build nests in trees? (A)。
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TOFEL听力真题（89—05年）89年TOEFL听力A1. (A) He looked at me.(B) He borrowed my book.(C) I used his book.(D) I told him to look at me.2. (A) Bob became a doctor.(B) Bob came in with the teacher.(C) Bob went to see two doctors.(D) Bob is a teacher.3. (A) I never worry about what to say.(B) I haven't spoken to anyone yet.(C) People don't listen when I speak.(D) His last words were hard to hear.4. (A) Gary's starting to share my opinion.(B) Gary wants me to come to the point.(C) Gary comes around more often now.(D) Gary's beginning to like the scenery.5. (A) Wait until you see how long the line is!(B) This is the seventh movie I've seen at this theater.(C) If you go early, you can buy your ticket right away.(D) Don't be surprised if you have to stand to see the movie.6. (A) The last biography I read was much better than this one.(B) I've only written half of the bibliography.(C) I haven't ridden a bike in a long time.(D) The graph he drew ifs twice as good as the one I did.7. (A) The story is very enjoyable.(B) I wonder which story it is.(C) Is that one of the stores?(D) Is it a wonderful story?8. (A) George helped prepare the peas.(B) George served him another slice.(C) George took another serving of pie.(D) George served everyone the pizza.9. (A) Anybody can use the dictionary in the office.(B) Is every one of those books a dictionary?(C) Does the office have any use for these books?(D) To practice diction by oneself is useful.10. (A) This one isn't any larger than mine. (B) This is larger than a piece of luggage.(C) I want a larger suit in that case.(D) This suitcase isn't large enough.11. (A) Bill and Mary are engaged to be married.(B) Bill and Mary canceled the meeting.(C) Mary was outraged when she saw the bill.(D) Bill and Mary were angry about the cancellation.12. (A) You must try to be quieter.(B) The volume is much too low.(C) I don't hear anything down there.(D) The noise is coming from outside.13. (A) They go alone to school.(B) They arrive at school on time.(C) They are doing well in school.(D) They find their own way to school.14. (A) I'm typing the essay for Lisa.(B) That type of essay is easy to write.(C) At least the essay is typed.(D) Typing the essay is only a minor problem.15. (A) I wanted Pamela to continue her project.(B) Pamela was discouraged from working on her art project.(C) It was an honor to be able to do the art project with Pamela.(D) Pamela has a lot of courage to take on such a large project.16. (A) I can never keep a secret from Beth.(B) I told Beth we were going to surprise her.(C) I'll be surprised if Beth comes to the party.(D) I don't think we should tell Beth about the party.17. (A) Sarah put on her makeup.(B) Sarah hoped to take the test another time.(C) Sarah helped prepare the examination.(D) Sarah took a free sample of makeup.18. (A) Does everyone have a copy of the assignment?(B) Can you turn the sheet around?(C) Is there enough time for the assignment?(D) Do the sheets have enough information?19. (A) I think that was the city bus, don't you?(B) Was that supposed to be the city bus?(C) That wasn't the city bus.(D) I don't know why the city bus is so late.20. (A) No one has a nose as sore as poll's.(B) No one here knows much about the subject of politics.(C) She's well acquainted with the subject.(D) She doesn't know anybody here.21. (A) She doesn't know when they will go.(B) She believes there is a road detour.(C) She won't be ready at 8 o'clock.(D) She wants the man to go away.22. (A) Sit sown.(B) Remain standing.(C) Go ahead of the woman.(D) Pick up the chair.23. (A) The electrician came to repair the lamp.(B) The lamp was taken to the repair shop.(C) She had Mike fix the lamp.(D) The lamp was replaced.24. (A) Not hanging the poster.(B) Peeling off the wallpaper.(C) Using tape for the poster.(D) Not hiding the damage.25. (A) Both chemistry courses are difficult.(B) Few chemistry courses are hard.(C) Chemistry 402 was worse than Chemistry 502.(D) He has only had one chemistry course.26. (A) Studying.(B) Watching television.(C) Nothing right now.(D) Going to the movies.27. (A) She was unable to have her picture taken.(B) She has not chosen a picture for it.(C) She had broken her camera.(D) She had gone to a photography class instead.28. (A) He would prefer calling her next week.(B) He will let her decide about the next meeting.(C) He would like to buy some refreshments for the meeting.(D) He definitely wants to know about the meeting.29. (A) Eating in a cafeteria.(B) Buying something in a store.(C) Talking on the telephone.(D) Getting money at a bank. 30. (A) She'd rather take a break later.(B) She likes the suggestion.(C) She never drinks soda.(D) She doesn't think he's serious.31. (A) There are six sections of each class.(B) He has to leave since it's almost one o'clock.(C) There are dozens of classes to choose from.(D) It doesn't matter which class the woman takes.32. (A) She's lent the texts for just a few days.(B) She kept the texts that are still up to date.(C) She's no longer interested in science.(D) She moved her science texts away from the other books.33. (A) He would like to know what happened.(B) He can help the woman.(C) Because of what happened, he has no time.(D) He would have helped if he had the time.34. (A) To order some medicine for their aunt Margaret.(B) To get some exercise.(C) To buy some items.(D) To see their aunt.35. (A) Dick is practically the only one who thinks so.(B) Most people play football differently.(C) Few people are optimistic about the team's chances of winning.(D) Dick is disappointed in football games.36. (A) In a professor's office.(B) In a medical doctor's office.(C) In an auditorium.(D) In a gym.37. (A) Just before the semester begins.(B) After the first week of classes.(C) In the middle of the semester.(D) On the last day of class.38. (A) She had promised that she would.(B) She has been sick.(C) She needs his approval for her schedule.(D) She must verify his plans.39. (A) It wasn't a requirement.(B) She already knew the material.(C) She entered the hospital.(D) Her course load was too heavy.40. (A) The woman's musical background.(B) The woman's economic situation.(C) The woman's dislike of chemistry.(D) The woman's decision to take on so much work.41. (A) The replacement of the harpsichord by the piano.(B) The development of electronic musical instruments.(C) The relative costs of different types of musical instruments.(D) The performance of classical music on synthesizers.42. (A) At the beginning.(B) In the middle.(C) Near the end.(D) Just after the end.43. (A) He is surprised by it.(B) He disagrees with it.(C) He thinks it is too soon to tell.(D) He is alarmed by it.44. (A) In the early nineteenth century.(B) In the late nineteenth century.(C) In the early twentieth century.(D) In the mid-twentieth century.45. (A) The electronic instrument is much more expensive.(B) The electronic instrument is slightly more expensive.(C) The piano is slightly more expensive.(D) The piano is much more expensive.46. (A) The conversion of volcanic waste to fertilizer.(B) The menace of currently dormant volcanoes around Mount Saint Helen's.(C) The eruption of Mount Saint Helen's and its effects on the environment.(D) The elimination of volcanic ash by natural means.47. (A) The crops were obliterated for the entire year.(B) The crops nutritional value was considerably lessened.(C) The soil was permanently damaged.(D) The loss was not as bad been anticipated as had.48. (A) It served as a fertilizer for crops. (B) It formed a new mountain.(C) It stabilized air temperatures.(D) It destroyed various insect pests.49. (A) It's lethal upon contact.(B) It has relatively little harmful effect.(C) It affects the sense of hearing.(D) It dries up the skin.50. (A) Interest.(B) Disappointment.(C) Shock.(D) Anger.89-589年5月TOEFL听力A1. (A) The shipping company is getting a new radio.(B) The radio I ordered should be sent this week.(C) The company accidentally chipped the radio I ordered.(D) That company's radio is supposed to be cheaper this week.2. (A) Laura put on makeup before the exam.(B) Laura has to take the cake upstairs.(C) Laura must take the test.(D) Laura knows the flag of every nation.3. (A) No one is going to the convention.(B) To whom did you mention this?(C) It will be brought to your attention.(D) Have you any idea who will attend the convention?4. (A) Susan and Ben were accepted at the state university.(B) Ben applied to the state university because Susan was accepted there.(C) Ben didn't want to go to the state university because Susan is there.(D) Neither Susan nor Ben is interested in attending the state university.5. (A) Tommy was lucky to hit the target the first time.(B) The ball was hidden behind the window.(C) Tommy can't throw the ball very far.(D) Fortunately, the ball didn't break the window.6. (A) Did you make a copy of this?(B) You made the right copy, didn't you?(C) I think you asked for more than one copy.(D) I understand you'd like a single copy of this.7. (A) The posters make the room look cheerful.(B) The poster shows a room full of colorful chairs.(C) How many color posters are there in the room?(D) How does the room look now with so many chairs?8. (A) Mike's drink was cold.(B) Mike was coughing.(C) Mike wasn't warm enough.(D) My coffee wasn't as hot as Mike's.9. (A) Running this projector is very easy for me.(B) It isn't worth fixing this projector.(C) I can't recommend that projector.(D) It's very inexpensive to run this projector.10. (A) There's only a half hour before Fred arrives.(B) There aren't any flowers next to the bed.(C) We should make a bouquet.(D) We need more flour.11. (A) I purchased a car recently.(B) I knew the car was in the lot.(C) I really need a new car.(D) I always forget to clean my car.12. (A) Sandra arranged an exhibit for history week.(B) Sandra accidentally upset this week's history exhibit.(C) Sandra sat beside the historic display.(D) Sandra directed a play.13. (A) No one has an opinion on everything.(B) No one opinion is all-encompassing.(C) Everyone has an opinion on something.(D) Only one person is lacking an opinion on it.14. (A) I'm pleased to be able to lend you the money.(B) I've lent you all the money I had.(C) I wish you could lend me some money.(D) I'm sorry I can't lend you the money.15. (A) Someone was baking in the kitchen.(B) There was paste on the kitchen table.(C) We just came from the kitchen.(D) There's a lot of room in the kitchen.16. (A) We find Bob agreeable most of the time.(B) We usually like Bob's guests.(C) Bob isn't willing to join the others.(D) Most of us wanted to walk along with Bob.17. (A) I haven't studied physics with the professor.(B) This was the professor's best lecture yet. (C) I've never heard the professor give a good lecture.(D) The professor isn't interested in physics.18. (A) Barbara is interesting to listen to because she reads a lot.(B) Barbara talks a lot while she sews.(C) Barbara seldom talks because she's always reading.(D) Barbara has little to say about this topic.19. (A) I don't think he'll come if he gets the job.(B) I hope that he won't get the job.(C) Someone else will probably get the job.(D) I won't be surprised if he gets the job.20. (A) How many are there?(B) What's the explanation?(C) Who's the accountant?(D) Did you count four of them.21. (A) She wants to know where the restaurant is.(B) She's recommending a good place to go for dinner.(C) She thinks the man should go to France.(D) She's inviting the man to eat with her.22. (A) Run in town.(B) Look more carefully.(C) Buy shoes from a catalog.(D) Find an easier places to exercise.23. (A) Saying goodbye to a friend.(B) Buying a ticket for a sports event.(C) Paying a bill at the bank.(D) Arranging a plane trip.24. (A) He didn't know how to begin to write a play.(B) He hasn't liked plays very much in the past.(C) He didn't want to talk about it right away.(D) He wasn't sure what the first part was about.25. (A) Dan received them.(B) Gloria forgot about them.(C) Dan mailed them.(D) Gloria has sent for them.26. (A) His room is quite small.(B) he had to walk around the dormitory.(C) It's hard to find a room in the dormitory.(D) It's his turn to inspect the dormitory room.27. (A) He should look in a different place.(B) She can help him if necessary.(C) He should stand on something.(D) Perhaps he shouldn't have tea.28. (A) They are going toward the lake.(B) They have made a new trail.(C) They have decided to sit outdoors.(D) They are camping around the lake.29. (A) Anyone can do it.(B) No one can do it.(C) Alex can probably do it.(D) Alex probably shouldn't do it.30. (A) He'll go if the woman goes too.(B) He doubts he'll be able to go.(C) He's too tired to go.(D) He's eager to go.31. (A) It is typical December weather for this region.(B) It won't really snow until December.(C) Such a large amount of snow is unusual for this month.(D) There has never been much snow down South.32. (A) He believes Mark was the wrong person.(B) he wants to know who is telling the truth.(C) He finds the decision unbelievable.(D) He thought there wouldn't be any awards.33. (A) The store doesn't have it now, but will soon.(B) It is no longer available.(C) It has been reprinted four times.(D) The information in the book is not up-to-date.34. (A) It's uncomfortable because of the wind.(B) It isn't as warm as the man had thought it would be.(C) The man expected it to be windy.(D) The wind hasn't made it any cooler.35. (A) He already knows what Ted will say.(B) He doesn't have time to look at the gift.(C) He can't imagine what his friends got for him.(D) He is anxious to see Ted's reaction to the gift.36. (A) A sales representative.(B) A store manager.(C) A committee chairperson.(D) A class president.37. (A) To determine who will graduate this year.(B) To discuss the seating arrangement.(C) To choose the chairperson of the ceremonies.(D) To begin planning the graduation ceremonies.38. (A) Their manes, phone numbers, and job preference.(B) The names and addresses of their guests.(C) The names of the committees they worked on last year.(D) Their dormitory mane, address, and phone number.39. (A) Only students who have time for the work.(B) All the students who are at the meeting.(C) Only students who have a telephone.(D) All the students who worked on the project last year.40. (A) In an hour.(B) Next week.(C) In one month.(D) Next year.41. (A) Food packaging.(B) Varieties of fish.(C) A new snack food.(D) An artificial food flavoring.42. (A) Its variety of colors.(B) Its unusual texture.(C) The way it is sold.(D) Its main ingredient.43. (A) To preserve it longer.(B) To give it a particular taste.(C) To make it smoother.(D) To increase the fermentation.44. (A) Its low purchase price.(B) Its wide availability.(C) Its good nutritional value.(D) Its higher water content.45. (A) Its bland flavoring is healthful.(B) It can be stored a long time without spoiling.(C) It goes well with fish dishes.(D) A high grade of fish is used in its preparation.46. (A) In a few weeks.(B) In two or three months.(C) In about two years.(D) In ten years.47. (A) Count money.(B) Read and write.(C) Draw moving objects.(D) Hunt and farm.48. (A) Teachers came to children's homes.(B) Children acquired the information they needed by direct experience.(C) Children taught one another in small supervised groups.(D) Parents instructed their children in the "three R's"49. (A) A new dependence on people far away and the use of money.(B) The introduction of a new alphabet and numerical system.(C) Outmoded methods of farming and ineffective means of transportation.(D) Larger family units and greater financial hardships.50. (A) The various means of survival taught by parents in contemporary society.(B) The importance of history instruction in the first schools.(C) The increasingly complex skills subsequently taught in schools.(D) The problems involved in the construction of new schools.89-889年8月TOEFL听力A1£® (A) She never hears her alarm clock ringing.(B) Her alarm clock doesn't ring when it should.(C) She doesn't know where her alarm clock is .(D) She always sleeps until the alarm clock wakes her. 2£® (A) They said they're going by taxi.(B) Their clothes are in terrible condition.(C) In certain states clothes are subject to tax.(D) There are some clothes hanging on the racks.3£® (A) She didn't often go out in the rain.(B) She learned a great deal from the program.(C) She understood only a little about the program.(D) She stopped running to the train.4£® (A) He never comes here in the fall.(B) He'll probably arrive soon.(C) He couldn't hear it this time.(D) He doesn't have time to call.5£® (A) Karen can afford to go to college.(B) Karen got only one scholarship.(C) Without a scholarship, Karen couldn't go to college.(D) If Karen can afford to go, she won't get a scholarship.6£® (A) He will apply soon for his first passport.(B) He has to apply again for a passport.(C) He knew he had to pick up his passport.(D) He didn't need his passport until now.7£® (A) I was actually on time.(B) I was ten minutes late.(C) I wasn't late because I ran all the way.(D) I walked for ten minutes.8£® (A) Jerry knew all the answers.(B) It was easy to answer Jerry's questions.(C) Jerry had difficulty with the test.(D) Everyone came for the test except Jerry.9£® (A) It would be better not to take the course.(B) This term would be a good time to take the course.(C) I don't think you can get out of taking that course.(D) I didn't say a word about your taking that course.10. (A) I didn't think the keys were in the shop.(B) That shop has fair prices.(C) The shopkeeper expects customers to be honest.(D) I don't think that shopkeeper is trustworthy.11. (A) A fee is charged for reserved books returned even an hour late.(B) This is a fine day to spend an hour in the library.(C) The reserve section of the library is due to close in one hour.(D) Our library has a reserve section of fine books.12. (A) Leslie will get credit for graduating early.(B) Leslie has a heavier course load than usual this term.(C) Leslie is taking a minimal number of credits this term.(D) Leslie must pay the rent on her apartment before she graduates.13. (A) You shouldn't be that busy now.(B) You've had a lot to0 do recently.(C) How long do you expect to be so busy?(D) How have you been doing recently?14. (A) I wasn't asking for the catalog.(B) The catalogs have been poorly copied.(C) I wouldn't give away my copy of the catalog.(D) No one gave me a catalog.15. (A) Susan told Mike about the new policy.(B) Mike talked to Susan regarding the new policy.(C) Mike and Susan questioned the school about the policy.(D) Mike and Susan gathered information about theschool's policy.16. (A) What do you think provoked the President?(B) The President was thinking aloud.(C) Don't you think the speech was stimulating?(D) The speech angered the press.17. (A) We became friends quickly.(B) We have been friends for a long while.(C) We have to leave pretty soon.(D) We knew none of the others.18. (A) She hasn't started the work yet.(B) She didn't want the work to be finished.(C) She hasn't worked since the project started.(D) She didn't want to start all over again.19. (A) The professor introduced the students to each other.(B) The two students were presented to the class.(C) The students met the professor.(D) The professor was introduced by a colleague.20. (A) I needed exactly that thing.(B) I got the thing at last.(C) I certainly didn't need that.(D) That thing won't last.21. (A) Who called.(B) What Margaret said.(C) Who Margaret is.(D) When the message was taken.22. (A) He'll only give her part of his notes.(B) He doesn't know anything about economics.(C) He's not taking an economics class.(D) He's happy to lend her his notes.23. (A) She received two job offers.(B) She also was offered a job.(C) She was the first to receive an offer.(D) She received too many offers.24. (A) They'll have to get some more paint.(B) They should get someone to help them.(C) They shouldn't delay any longer.(D) They don't have to paint the room again.25. (A) Leave for home.(B) Check the language lab.(C) Buy new locks.(D) Show the man where the lab is.26. (A) In a doctor's office. (B) In an operating room.(C) In a professor's office.(D) In a gymnasium.27. (A) She wanted to exhibit her crafts.(B) She'd rather go somewhere else.(C) She saw the exhibition months ago.(D) she's sorry to have missed the exhibit.28. (A) There's no more work for anyone to do.(B) No one is willing to work with them.(C) The woman knows several people on the committee.(D) The woman should be on the committee herself.29. (A) Watch television.(B) Go for a swim.(C) Make better use of time.(D) Follow the official procedure.30. (A) He'd rather not go to the lecture.(B) He doesn't mind if the woman goes to the lecture.(C) He wants to hear the lecture.(D) He's heard the lecture before.31. (A) Pay several bills.(B) Phone the electric company.(C) Pay less rent.(D) Make fewer telephone calls.32. (A) Wait and take the class next year.(B) Become a musician.(C) Give his presentation without a plan.(D) Discuss the presentation with the professor.33. (A) He's sure the new chef is better.(B) he wonders whether the new chef is an improvement.(C) He hopes the new chef will stay longer than the old one did.(D) He's going to see the new chef tonight.34. (A) Katie doesn't often dance.(B) Katie isn't the person dancing.(C) Katie does indeed dance well.(D) Katie dances better than her friend.35. (A) They would see better from a different row.(B) It isn't hard to see from his seat.(C) He would rather not move from his place.(D) He'll switch places with the woman.36. (A) Energy conservation.(B) Transportation of the future.(C) Strip cities.(D) Advantages of air transportation over railroads.37. (A) A lack of available flights.(B) Long delays at the airport.(C) Boredom on long flights/(D) Long trips to and from airports.38. (A) On short trips.(B) On long trips.(C) When flying over cities.(D) When flying at high altitudes.39. (A) It uses nuclear energy.(B) It rests on a cushion of pressurized air.(C) It flies over magnetically activated tracks.(D) it uses a device similar with engine.40. (A) It is more comfortable than a conventional train.(B) It doesn't require very much track maintenance.(C) It doesn't remain in any station very long.(D) it carries more passengers than a conventional train.41. (A) They are subject to fires.(B) They become less fuel-efficient.(C) They produce too much noise.(D) They have trouble staying on the tracks.42. (A) They don't get rid of flabby arms.(B) They can damage arm muscles.(C) They aren't acceptable to most people.(D) They can raise one's blood pressure.43. (A) By talking to an expert.(B) By reading an article.(C) By attending an exercise class.(D) By listening to the radio.44. (A) Exercising the entire body.(B) Having your blood pressure taken daily.(C) Losing weight prior to exercising.(D) Weighing in before each exercise session.45. (A) Wearing arm weights while you are swimming.(B) Jogging vigorously in one place for a long time.(C) Using bicycles that require you to use both your arms and legs.(D) Walking slowly while swinging your arms back and forth.46. (A) A restaurant host. (B) A tour guide.(C) A history teacher.(D) A park attendant.47. (A) A small restaurant.(B) A revolutionary army.(C) A famous commander.(D) A historic tree.48. (A) It was the oldest one in the park.(B) It was less than a hundred years old.(C) It was much younger than people had thought.(D) It was impossible to determine.49. (A) George Washington was an extremely tall man.(B) Most trees in parks are destroyed by insects.(C) Historical stories are sometimes inaccurate.(D) The Continental Army celebrated a victory in Cambridge.50. (A) Drive around the park.(B) Eat lunch.(C) Plant a small tree.(D) Go to the next city.89-1089年10月TOEFL听力A1. (A) That's today's seat.(B) Let's eat at four today.(C) That's all we'll do today.(D) There were four today.2. (A) Robert crashed into the stop sign near the bank.(B) Robert is going to the bank to get some money.(C) The robbers took a lot of cash from the bank.(D) The bank is closing Robert's account.3. (A) She refuses to shop.(B) The key was left in her shopping bag.(C) Turn left at the store.(D) she's gone to buy some things.4. (A) Don't you need a refill for your pen?(B) Your order for a dozen pencils has been filled.(C) Ben needs another bill from you.(D) Don't you want to get your friend a new pen?5. (A) Professor Stanton's course is very popular.(B) Everyone has taken a class from Professor Stanton.(C) Professor Stanton wants to teach another course.(D) Students are required to enroll in Professor Stanton's class.6. (A) We don't have time to eat dinner.(B) How often does he go out for dinner?(C) Let's meet for dinner one of these days.(D) What time were we supposed to meet for dinner?7. (A) The roof of the dentist's office needed to be fixed.(B) The dentists were both out of the office.(C) Gary talked about the dentist's broken tooth.(D) Why are the lectures held at four o'clock?8. (A) Why are the lectures held at four o'clock?(B) Have you been to one of these lectures before?(C) This lecture is really crowded.(D) I was glad to see you at the lecture.9. (A) Do what is most appropriate for you?(B) You want me to have the best.(C) You are the best person to do it.(D) Think of somebody besides yourself.10. (A) I missed the flight because I hadn't finished packing.(B) They loaded my suitcases on the last plane.(C) The plane was delayed because of my luggage.(D) My baggage will arrive on another flight.11. (A) He didn't meet me at the door.(B) There are still vacant rooms.(C) The story was foolish.(D) He is unhappy with the dormitory.12. (A) Susan suggested that we buy a slide projector.(B) We are the only ones she has shown the slides to.(C) Susan wanted to know whether we owned a slide projector.(D) We were supposed to bring the slide projector with us.13. (A) His study habits are poor.(B) He doesn't have a good place to study.(C) His habit is to study late.(D) He was disappointed with his studies.14. (A) The report has just been typed.(B) The report can be typed now.(C) The report isn't ready to be typed yet.(D) Part of the report is typed.15. (A) No matter what, we'll come for you tomorrow.(B) We may be coming a little late tomorrow.(C) We may come tomorrow or pick another date.(D) If you can't come today, please come tomorrow.16. (A) We should be gone within a month.(B) I want the semester to end now.(C) It takes us a ling time to get to school.(D) The semester ended a month ago.17. (A) You shouldn't have bought so many books.(B) You paid a lot of money for those books.(C) You got a lot of books for your money.(D) You didn't understand the price of the books.18. (A) That isn't a totally new kind of problem.(B) The solution to that problem isn't complete.(C) No one has ever solved that problem.(D) I know nothing about that kind of problem.19. (A) We had to write our compositions over again.(B) We met Professor Keene right after our class.(C) We were supposed to grade our papers in class.(D) We were told to read our essays out loud to our classmates.20. (A) Physics is not a difficult subject.(B) You certainly know a lot about physics.(C) I don't believe you're a physics major.(D) I think your physics homework is wrong.21. (A) She agrees with the man.(B) She doesn't know the book.(C) She likes the book very much.(D) She doesn't know what to do.22. (A) She can go with him this afternoon.(B) She has a lot to do today.(C) She's almost as busy as he is.(D) She might be finished by noon.23. (A) The man should buy a different meal ticket each month.(B) Individuals eat different amounts.(C) Buying the meal ticket won't save the man money.(D) The price of a meal varies from month to month.24. (A) The application isn't available at the office.(B) The woman should mail a copy of her application.(C) The photocopy machine isn't there anymore.(D) The woman can make copies at the post office.25. (A) He's taller than anyone on campus.(B) He's the best actor in the school.(C) He's almost through with the campus tour.(D) He's studying at college to be an actor.。
1995年10月托福阅读真题及答案 Questions 1-13 Atmospheric
1995年10月托福阅读真题及答案Questions 1-13Atmospheric pressure can support a column of water up to 10 meters high. But plants can move water much higher, the sequoia tree can pump water to its very top, more than 100 meters above the ground. Until the end of the nineteenth century, the movement of water in trees and other tall plants was a mystery. Some botanists hypothesized that the living cells of plants acted as pumps, But many experiments demonstrated that the stems of plants in which all the cells are killed can still move water to appreciable heights. Other explanations for the movement of water in plants have been based on root pressure, a push on the water from the roots at the bottom of the plant. But root pressure is not nearly great enough to push water to the tops of tall trees. Furthermore, the conifers, which are among the tallest trees, have unusually low root pressures.If water is not pumped to the top of a tall tree, and if it is not pushed to the top of a tall tree, then we may ask, How does it get there? According to the currently accepted cohesion-tension theory, water is pulled there. The pull on a rising column of water in a plant results from the evaporation of water at the top of the plant. As water is lost from the surface of the leaves, a negative pressure, or tension, is created. The evaporated water is replaced by water moving from inside the plant in unbroken columns that extend from the top of a plant to its roots. The same forces that create surface tension in any sample of water are responsible for the maintenance of these unbroken columns of water. When water is confined in tubes of very small bore, the forces of cohesion (the attraction between water molecules) are so great that the strength of a column of water compares with the strength of a steel wire of the same diameter. This cohesive strength permits columns of water to be pulled to great heights without being broken.1. How many theories does the author mention?(A) One(B) Two(C) Three(D) Four2. The passage answers which of the following questions?(A) What is the effect of atmospheric pressure on foliage?(B) When do dead cells harm plant growth?(C) How does water get to the tops of trees?(D) Why is root pressure weak?3. The word "demonstrated" in line 7 is closest in meaning to(A) ignored(B) showed(C) disguised(D) distinguished4. What do the experiments mentioned in lines 7-9 prove?(A) Plant stems die when deprived of water(B) Cells in plant stems do not pump water(C) Plants cannot move water to high altitudes(D) Plant cells regulate pressure within stems5.How do botanists know that root pressure is not the only force that moves water in plants?(A) Some very tall trees have weak root pressure.(B) Root pressures decrease in winter.(C) Plants can live after their roots die.(D) Water in a plant's roots is not connected to water in its stem.6. Which of the following statements does the passage support?(A) Water is pushed to the tops of trees.(B) Botanists have proven that living cells act as pumps.(C) Atmospheric pressure draws water to the tops of tall trees.(D) Botanists have changed their theories of how water moves in plants.7. The word "it" in line 16 refers to(A) top(B) tree(C) water(D) cohesion-tension theory.8. The word "there" in line 18 refers to(A) treetops(B) roots(C) water columns(D) tubes9. What causes the tension that draws water up a plant?(A) Humidity(B) Plant growth(C) Root pressure(D) Evaporation10. The word "extend" in line 24 is closest in meaning to(A) stretch(B) branch(C) increase(D) rotate11. According to the passage, why does water travel through plants in unbroken columns?(A) Root pressure moves the water very rapidly.(B) The attraction between water molecules in strong.(C) The living cells of plants push the water molecules together.(D) Atmospheric pressure supports the columns.12.Why does the author mention steel wire in line 30?(A) To illustrate another means of pulling water(B) To demonstrate why wood is a good building material(C) To indicate the size of a column of water(D) To emphasize the strength of cohesive forces in water13.Where in the passage does the author give an example of a plant with low root pressure?(A) Lines3-4(B) Lines5-7(C) Lines10-11(D) Lines12-13Question 14-22Mass transportation revised the social and economic fabric of the American city in three fundamental ways. It catalyzed physical expansion, it sorted out people and land uses, and it accelerated the inherent instability of urban life. By opening vast areas of unoccupied land for residential expansion, the omnibuses, horse railways, commuter trains, and electric trolleys pulled settled regions outward two to four times more distant from city centers than they were in the pre-modern era. In 1850, for example, the borders of Boston lay scarcely two miles from the old business district; by the turn of the century the radius extended ten miles. Now those who could afford it could live far removed from the old city center and still commute there for work, shopping, and entertainment. The new accessibility of land around the periphery of almost every major city sparked an explosion of real estate development and fueled what we now know as urban sprawl. Between 1890 and 1920, for example, some 250,000 new residential lots were recorded within the borders of Chicago, most of them located in outlying areas. Over the same period, another 550,000 were plotted outside the city limits but within the metropolitan area. Anxious to take advantage of the possibilities of commuting, real estate developers added 800,000 potential building sites to the Chicago region in just thirty years – lots that could have housed five to six million people.Of course, many were never occupied; there was always a huge surplus of subdivided, but vacant, land around Chicago and other cities. These excesses underscore a feature of residential expansion related to the growth of mass transportation: urban sprawl was essentially unplanned. It was carried out by thousands of small investors who paid little heed to coordinated land use or to future land users. Those who purchased and prepared land for residential purposes, particularly land near or outside city borders where transit lines and middle-class inhabitants were anticipated, did so to create demand as much as to respond to it. Chicago is a prime example of this process. Real estate subdivision there proceeded much faster thanpopulation growth.14. With which of the following subjects is the passage mainly concerned?(A) Types of mass transportation.(B) Instability of urban life.(C) How supply and demand determine land use.(D) The effects of mass transportation on urban expansion.15. The author mentions all of the following as effects of mass transportation on cities EXCEPT(A) growth in city area(B) separation of commercial and residential districts.(C) Changes in life in the inner city.(D) Increasing standards of living.16. The word "vast" in line 5 is closest in meaning to(A) large(B) basic(C) new(D) urban17. The word "sparked" in line 15 is closest in meaning to(A) brought about(B) surrounded(C) sent out(D) followed18. Why does the author mention both Boston and Chicago?(A) To demonstrate positive and negative effects of growth.(B) To show that mass transit changed many cities.(C) To exemplify cities with and without mass transportation.(D) To contrast their rates of growth19. The word "potential" in line 23 is closest in meaning to(A) certain(B) popular(C) improved(D) possible20. The word "many" in line 25 refers to(A) people(B) lots(C) years(D) developers21. According to the passage, what was one disadvantage of residential expansion?(A) It was expensive.(B) It happened too slowly.(C) It was unplanned.(D) It created a demand for public transportation.22. The author mentions Chicago in the second paragraph as an example of a city(A) that is large(B) that is used as a model for land development(C) where land development exceeded population growth(D) with an excellent mass transportation system.Question 23-33The preservation of embryos and juveniles is rare occurrence in the fossil record. The tiny, delicate skeletons are usually scattered by scavengers or destroyed by weathering before they can be fossilized. Ichthyosaurs had a higher chance of being preserved than did terrestrial creatures because, as marine animals, they tended to live in environments less subject to erosion. Still, their fossilization required a suite of factors: a slow rate of decay of soft tissues, little scavenging by other animals, a lack if swift currents and waves to jumble and carry away small bones, and fairly rapid burial. Given these factors, some areas have become a treasury of well-preserved ichthyosaur fossils.The deposits at Holzmaden, Germany, present an interesting case for analysis. The ichthyosaur remains are found in black, bituminous marine shales deposited about 190 million years ago. Over the years, thousands of specimens of marine reptiles, fish, and invertebrates have been recovered from these rocks. The quality of preservation is outstanding, but what is even moreimpressive is the number of ichthyosaur fossils containing preserved embryos. Ichthyosaurs with embryos have been reported from 6 different levels of the shale in a small area around Holzmaden, suggesting that a specific site was used by large numbers of ichthyosaurs repeatedly over time. The embryos are quite advanced in their physical develop-ment; their paddles, for example, are already well formed. One specimen is even preserved in the birth canal. In addition, the shale contains the remains of many newborns that are between 20 and 30 inches long.Why are there so many pregnant females and young at Holzmaden when they are so rare elsewhere? The quality of preservation is almost unmatched, and quarry operations have been carried out carefully with an awareness of the value of the fossils. But these factors do not account for the interesting question of how there came to be such a concentration of pregnant ichthyosaurs in a particular place very close to their time of giving birth.23. The passage supports which of the following conclusions?(A) Some species of ichthyosaurs decayed more rapidly than other species.(B) Ichthyosaur newborns are smaller than other newborn marine reptiles.(C) Ichthyosaurs were more advanced than terrestrial creatures.(D) Ichthyosaurs may have gathered at Holzmaden to give birth.24. The word "they" in line 4 refers to(A) skeletons(B) scavengers(C) creatures(D) environments25. All of the following are mentioned as factors that encourage fossilization EXCEPT the(A) speed of burial(B) conditions of the water(C) rate at which soft tissues decay(D) cause of death of the animal.26. Which of the following is true of the fossil deposits discussed in the passage?(A) They include examples of newly discovered species.(B) They contain large numbers of well-preserved specimens(C) They are older than fossils found in other places(D) They have been analyzed more carefully than other fossils.27. The word "outstanding" in line 18 is closest in meaning to(A) extensive(B) surprising(C) vertical(D) excellent28. The word "site" in line 22 is closest in meaning to(A) example(B) location(C) development(D) characteristic29. Why does the author mention the specimen preserved in the birth canal (line 26)?(A) To illustrate that the embryo fossils are quite advanced in their development(B) To explain why the fossils are well preserved(C) To indicate how the ichthyosaurs died(D) To prove that ichthyosaurs are marine animals.30. The word "they" in line 30 refers to(A) pregnant females and young(B) quarry operations(C) the value of the fossils(D) these factors31.The phrase "account for" in line 33 is closest in meaning to(A) record(B) describe(C) equal(D) explain32.Which of the following best expresses the relationship between the first and second paragraphs?(A) The first paragraph describes a place while the second paragraph describes a field of study.(B) The first paragraph defines the terms that are used in the second paragraph.(C) The second paragraph describes a specific instance of the general topic discussed in the first paragraph.(D) The second paragraph presents information that contrasts with the information given in the first paragraph.33.Where in the passage does the author mentions the variety of fossils found at Holzmaden?(A) Line 1(B) Lines 3-5(C) Lines 12-13(D) Lines 19-21Questions 34-41The Lewis and Clark expedition, sponsored by President Jefferson, was the most important official examination of the high plains and the Northwest before the War of 1812. The President's secretary, Captain Meriwether Lewis, had been instructed to "explore the Missouri River, and such principal streams of it as, by its course and communication with the waters of the Pacific Ocean …may offer her most direct and practicable water communication across the continent, for the purposes of commerce." Captain William Clark, the younger brother of famed George Rogers Clerk, was invited to share command of the exploring party.Amid rumors that there were prehistoric mammoths wandering around the unknown region and that somewhere in its wilds was a mountain of rock salt 80 by 45 miles in extent, two captains set out. The date was May 14, 1804. Their point of departure was the mouth of the Wood River, just acrossthe Mississippi from the entrance of the Missouri River. After toiling up the Missouri all summer, the group wintered near the Mandan villages in the center of what is now North Dakota. Resuming their journey in the spring of 1805, the men worked their way along the Missouri to its source and then crossed the mountains of western Montana and Idaho.Picking up a tributary of the Columbia River, they continued westward until they reached the Pacific Ocean, where they stayed until the following spring.Lewis and Clark brought back much new information, including the knowledge that the continent was wider than originally supposed. More specifically, they learned a good deal about river drainages and mountain barriers. They ended speculation that an easy coast-to-coast route existed via the Missouri-Columbia River systems, and their reports of the climate, the animals and birds, the trees and plants, and the Indians of the West – though not immediately published – were made available to scientists.34.With what topic is the passage primarily concerned?(A) The river systems of portions of North America.(B) Certain geological features to the North American continent.(C) An exploratory trip sponsored by the United States government.(D) The discovery of natural resources in the United States.35.According to the passage, the primary purpose of finding a water route across the continent was to(A) gain easy access to the gold and other riches of the Northwest(B) become acquainted with the inhabitants of the West.(C) investigate the possibility of improved farmland in the West.(D) facilitate the movement of commerce across the continent36.The river Meriwether Lewis was instructed to explore was the(A) Wood(B) Missouri(C) Columbia(D) Mississippi37.According to the passage, the explorers spent their first winter in what would become(A) North Dakota(B) Missouri(C) Montana(D) Idaho38.The author states that Lewis and Clark studied all of the following characteristics of the explored territories EXCEPT(A) mineral deposits(B) the weather(C) animal life(D) native vegetation39.The phrase "Picking up" in line 23 could best be replaced by which of the following?(A) Searching for(B) Following(C) Learning about(D) Lifting40.It can be inferred from the passage that prior to the Lewis and Clark expedition the size of the continent had been(A) of little interest(B) underestimated(C) known to native inhabitants of the West(D) unpublished but known to most scientists41.Wherer in the passage does the author refer to the explorers' failure to find an easy passageway to the western part of the continent?(A) Lines1-3(B) Lines7-8(C) Lines16-18(D) Lines21-24Questions 42-50For a century and a half the piano has been one of the most popular solo instruments for Western music. Unlike string and wind instrument, the piano is completely self-sufficient, as it is able to play both the melody and its accompanying harmony at the same time. For this reason, it became the favorite household instrument of the nineteenth century.The ancestry of the piano can be traced to the early keyboard instruments of the fifteenth and sixteenth centuries –the spinet, the dulcimer, and the virginal. In the seventeenth century the organ, the clavichord, and the harpsichord became the chief instruments of the keyboard group, a supremacy they maintained until the piano supplanted them at the end of the eighteenth century. The clavichord's tone was metallic and never powerful; nevertheless, because of the variety of tone possible to it, many composers found the clavichord a sympa-thetic instrument for intimate chamber music. The harpsichord with its bright, vigorous tone was the favorite instrument for supporting the bass of the small orchestra of the period and for concert use but the character of the tone could not be varied save by mechanical or structural devices.The piano was perfected in the early eighteenth century by a harpsichord maker in Italy (though musicologists point out several previous instances of the instrument). This instrument was called a piano e forte(soft and loud), to indicate its dynamic versatility; its strings were struck by a recoiling hammer with a felt-padded head. The wires were much heavier in the earlier instruments.A series of mechanical improvements continuing well into the nineteenth century, including the introduction of pedals to sustain tone or to soften it, the perfection of a metal frame and steel wire of the finest quality, finally produced an instrument capable of myriad tonal effects from the most delicate harmonies to an almost orchestral fullness of sound, from a liquid, singing tone to sharp, percussive brilliance.42. What does the passage mainly discuss?(A) The historical development of the piano(B) The quality of tone produced by various keyboard instruments(C) The uses of keyboard instruments in various types of compositions(D) The popularity of the piano with composers43. Which of the following instruments was widely used before the seventeenth century?(A) The harpsichord(B) The spinet(C) The clavichord(D) The organ44. The words "a supremacy" in line 12 are closest in meaning to(A) a suggestion(B) an improvement(C) a dominance(D) a development45. The word "supplanted" in line 13 is closest in meaning to(A) supported(B) promoted(C) replaced(D) dominated46. The word "it" in line 15 refers to the(A) variety(B) music(C) harpsichord(D) clavichord47. According to the passage, what deficiency did the harpsichord have?(A) It was fragile(B) It lacked variety in tone.(C) It sounded metallic.(D) It could not produce a strong sound.48. Where in the passage does the author provide a translation?(A) Lines 4-5(B) Lines 13-15(C) Lines 18-19(D) Lines 20-2549. According to the information in the third paragraph, which of the following improvements made it possible to lengthen the tone produced by the piano?(A) The introduction of pedals(B) The use of heavy wires(C) The use of felt-padded hammerheads(D) The metal frame construction50. The word "myriad" in line 32 is closest in meaning to(A) noticeable(B) many(C) loud(D) unusual1995年10月答案：CCBBA DCADA BDCDD AABDB CCDAD BDBAA DCCCD BAABB DABCC DBCAB。
1995年普通高等学校招生全国统一考试英语试卷及答案.doc
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------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Ⅰ.单项填空（共40小题，计分40分）A)从A、B、C、D中找出其划线部分与所给单词的划线部分读音相同的选项。
例：haveA.gaveB.saveC.hatD.made 答案是C。
1.librarynguageB.materialC.operatebour2.courageA.cousinB.countC.youthD.cough3.referA.researchB.fishermanC.disappearD.recordder4.pleasureA.expressionB.musicianC.oceanD.conclusion5.snatchA.stomachB.technicalC.chargeD.characterB)从A、B、C、D中找出适当的字母或字母组合使以下所给单词完整与正确。
例：alr dy A.ea B.ee C.ie D.eu 答案是A。
6.p ticul A.ar;er B.er;ar C.er;er D.ar;ar7.pr n nce A.o;ou B.o;u C.e;ou D.e;u8.c nt nent A.o;a B.u;I C.o;I D.u;a9.n m l A.ur;a B.or;e C.or;a D.ur;e10.th r gh A.o;ou B.o;eu C.ou;ou D.ou;euC)从A、B、C、D四个选项中,选出可以填入空白处的正确答案.例：He comes late sometimes, ?A.is heB.isn't hees heD.doesn't he答案是D.11.Paul doesn't have to be made .He always works hard.A.learnB.to learnC.learnedD.learning12.─Your phone number again?I quite catch it.─It's 9568442.A.didn'tB.couldn'tC.don'tD.can't13.She thought I was talking about her daughter, ,in fact,I was talking about my daughter.A.whomB.whereC.whichD.while14.When a pencil is partly in a glass of water, it looks as if it .A.breaksB.has brokenC.were brokenD.had been broken15.─There were already five people in the car but they managed to take me as well.─It a comfortable journey.A.can't beB.shouldn't beC.mustn't have beenD.couldn't have been16.─the sports meet might be put off.─Yes,it all depends on the weather.A.I've been toldB.I've toldC.I'm toldD.I told17.They were all very tired,but of them would stop to take a rest.A.anyB.someC.noneD.neither18.Can you believe that in a rich country there should be many poor people?A.such; suchB.such; soC.so; soD.so; such19.We agreed here but so far she hasn't turned up yet.A.having metB.meetingC.to meetD.to have met20.As she the newspaper,Granny asleep.A.read; was fallingB.was reading; fellC.was reading; was fallingD.read; fell21.All the leading newspapers the trade talks between China and the United States.A.reportedB.printedC.announcedD.published22.I hope there are enough glasses for each guest to have .A.itB.thoseC.themD.one23.If we work with a strong will,we can overcome any difficulty, great it is.A.whatB.howC.howeverD.whatever24.You don't need to describe her.I her several times.A.had metB.have metC.metD.meet25.I can hardly hear the radio. Would you please ?A.turn it onB.turn it downC.turn it upD.turn it off26.—You were brave enough to raise objections at the meeting.—Well, now I regret that.A.to doB.to be doingC.to have doneD.having done27.—Have you finished your report yet?—No, I'll finish in ten minutes.A.anotherB.otherC.moreD.less28.You're your time trying to persuade him; he'll never join us.A.spendingB.wastingC.losingD.missing29.—How was your recent visit to Qingdao?—It was great. We visited some friends, and spent the days at the seaside.A.few last sunnyst few sunnyst sunny fewD.few sunny last30.—I'll be away on a business trip.Would you mind looking after my cat?—Not at all. .A.I've no timeB.I'd rather notC.I'd like itD.I'd be happy to31.It's nearly seven o'clock. Jack be here at any moment.A.mustB.needC.shouldD.can32.—I'd like information about the mangagement of your hotel, please.—Well, you could have word with the manager.He might be helpful.A.some; aB.an; someC.some; someD.an; a33.It was not until 1920 regular radio broadcasts began.A.whileB.whichC.thatD.since34.—What did you think of her speech?—She for one hour but didn't much.A.spoke; speakB.spoke; sayC.said; speakD.said; say35.The boy wanted to ride his bicycle in the street, but his mother told him .A.not toB.not to doC.not do itD.do not to36.Would you like a cup of coffee shall we get down to business right away?A.andB.thenC.orD.otherwise37. is a fact that English is being accepted as an international language.A.ThereB.ThisC.ThatD.It38.Not until all the fish died in the river how serious the pollution was .A.did the villagers realizeB.the villagers realizedC.the villagers did realizeD.didn't the villagers realize39.I don't think Jim saw me;he into space.A.just staredB.was just staringC.has just staredD.had just stared40.He gained his by printing of famous writers.A.wealth;workB.wealths worksC.wealths;workD.wealth;worksⅡ.完形填空（共20小题，计分30）阅读下面短文，掌握其大意。
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Q: What does the man mean?
(A) The woman should ask someone else for help.
(B) He wonders if the woman hears a noise.
(C) They can work together the next day.
(D) She appreciates his carrying the packages.
19951006
M: Did you know that Arthur has three brothers living on three different continents?
W: He mustget in收到an incredible phone bill every month.
Q: What does the woman tell the man?
(A) She'll pay him 75 cents to carry the packages.
(B) He should stop blocking the doorway.
(C) It's not too far for her to carry the packages.
Q: What does the man imply about the woman?
(A) She doesn't like to wire letters.
(B) She is happy to be here with her friends.
(C) She likes to mail her letters herself.
19951003
W: If you're staying late, will you be sure tolock up锁好(门窗) the office when you leave?
M: Oh. I hope I won't be more than an hour.
Q: What does the man mean?
(D) He didn't hear her question.
19951014
M: Hey? John! John!
W:Save your breath省口气吧,不值得浪费口舌,不必对牛弹琴. He'sout of earshot听不见,不在听力所及范围.
Q: What does the woman mean?
(D) It's no use trying to study on a trip.
19951009
W: I always want a little something to eat aboutthis time of day每天这个时候.
M: So do I. Let's have asnack小吃，点心,速食/快餐now and then have a light lunch later.
(C) He's run out of paper.
(D) He doesn't have any money.
19951002
W: Have youtried尝试Susan's apple-pie?
M: I got the last piece. And it wasout of this world极好的,非常棒的.
Q: What does the woman imply about Arthur?
(A) He probably calls his brothers frequently.
(B) He should call his brothers more often.
(C) He does a lot of traveling.
It's much bigger than my place.
W: But more expensive I bet.
Q: What does the woman mean?
(A) Tom's apartment probably costs more than the man's.
(B) The man's place is becoming more expensive.
M: This isn't just water. This is imported mineral water.
Q: What does the woman imply?
(A) The guests aren't thirsty.
(B) Water isn't appropriate for guests.
19951001
W: How is your papercoming along获得进展?
M: My typewriter is broken.
Q: What does the man mean?
(A) He's unable to start typing.
(B) He can't give the woman his typewriter.
Q: What are the speakers discussing?
(A) Being hungry.
(B) Having a big lunch.
(C) The weather.
(D) Cooking.
19951010
M: I've just been over to my friend Tom's new apartment.
(C) She won't be able to go skiing.
(D) She really gets thirsty skiing.
19951005
M: Let me help you with those packages.
W: Thanks. But it is only 3quarters四分之一of ablock街区.
(D) The man should enter the numbers in a different order.
19951008
W: We should buy a good guide book and study it before our trip to Montreal.
M: We could. But they're sooverpriced过于昂贵的,价格太高的. What about the library?
Q: What does the woman mean?
(A) The battery is not correctly positioned.
(B) She doesn't know how the calculator works.
(C) The calculator needs a new battery.
(A) He hopes to leave before the woman does.
(B) His office is one hour away from his home.
(C) He's certain the lock works.
(D) He will leave the office in about an hour.
(A) She teaches high school.
(B) She wants more ice in her glass.
(C) She never misses class.
(D) She thinks cold weather is nice.
19951013
W: Would you have some time this week togo over研究或解释these questions with me?
(D) He's saving money to visit his brothers.
19951007
M: This calculator isn't working right.
W: I think you've got the battery inupside down上下颠倒(的),翻转(的).
(D) She's written a lot of letters recently.
19951012
W: Does Prof. Ford always come to class?
M:Is ice cold?当然了/理所当然,天经地义
Q: What does the man imply about Prof Ford?
(A) John is too far away to hear.
(B) John is out of money.
(C) John hasn't left yet.
(D) John doesn't hear well.
19951015
W: You only have water to serve your guests?
19951017
W: Alice has been spending a lot of time at the library lately.
M: Well. She's got a paper due and two final exams next week.
Q: What has Alice probably been doing?
Q: What does the man mean?