2016年专8听力真题、答案及讲座原文

SECTION A MINI-LECTURE

Models for Arguments Three models for arguments

●the first model for arguing is called (1) _________;

—arguments are treated as war

—there is much winning and losing

—it is a (2) __________ model for arguing

●the second model for arguing is arguments as proofs:

—(3) warranted __________

—valid inferences and conclusions

—no (4) __________ in the adversarial sense

●the third model for arguing is (5) _________:

—the audience is (6) __________ in the arguments —arguments must (7) __________ the audience Traits of the argument as war

●very dominant: it can shape (8) _________

●strong arguments are needed

●negative effects include:

—(9) _________ are emphasized

—winning is the only purpose

—this type of arguments prevent (10) _________

—the worst thing is (11) _________

●implication from arguments as war: (12) _________

—e.g., one providing reasons and the other raising (13) _________ —the other one is finally persuaded

Suggestions on new ways to (14) _________ of arguments

●think of new kinds of arguments

●change roles in arguments

●(15) _________

SECTION B INTERVIEW

Now, listen to the Part One of the interview. Questions 1 to 5 are based on Part One of the interview.

1.What is the topic of the interview?

A. Maggie’s university life.

B. Her mom’s life at Harvard.

C. Maggie’s view on studying with Mom.

D. Maggie’s opinion on her mom’s major.

2.Which of the following indicates that they have the same study schedule?

A. They take exams in the same weeks.

B. They have similar lecture notes.

C. They apply for the same internship.

D. They follow the same fashion.

3.What do the mother and the daughter have in common as students?

A. Having roommates.

B. Practicing court trails.

C. Studying together.

D. Taking notes by hand.

4.What is the biggest advantage of studying with Mom?

A. Protection.

B. Imagination.

C. Excitement.

D. Encouragement.

5.What is the biggest disadvantage of studying with Mom?

A. Thinking of ways to comfort Mom.

B. Occasional interference from Mom.

C. Ultimately calls when Maggie is busy.

D. Frequent check on Maggie’s grades.

Now, listen to the Part Two of the interview. Questions 6 to 10 are based on Part Two of the interview.

6.Why is parent and kid studying together a common case?

A. Because parents need to be ready for new jobs.

B. Because parents love to return to college.

C. Because kids require their parents to do so.

D. Because kids find it hard to adapt to college life.

7.What would Maggie’s mom like to be after college?

A. Real estate agent.

B. Financier.

C. Lawyer.

D. Teacher.

8.How does Maggie’s mom feel about sitting in class after 30 years?

A. Delighted.