tapescript for listening comprehension and...

Tapescript For Listening Comprehension And Dictation

Unit One

Section I Short Conversations Directions: In this section you’ll hear 10 short conversations. At the end of each conv-ersation, a question will be asked about what was said. The conversation and the question will be spoken once. After each question there will be a pause. During the pause, you must read the four choices marked A), B), C), D), and decide which is the best answer. Then mark the corresponding letter on your answer sheet.

1. M: Where did you go during the summer vacation, Mary? W: I visited Shanghai, Beijing, Chongqing, Tianjing and Guangzhou. And I would have

gone to Chengdu if I had had time. Q: How many cities did the woman visit? (C)

2. M: These boxes are too heavy for me to move. W: Well, I'll give you a hand with them. Q: What does the woman say about the boxes? (A)

3. M: I'm so confused by my notes from Professor Green's lecture. W: How about reviewing it now over a cup of coffee? Q: What does the woman suggest they do about the notes? (B)

4. M: Do you always look over your papers for typing mistakes? W: I usually have to do it myself, but I'd rather have someone else do it. Q: What would the woman prefer to do? (D)

5. M: If you leave in twenty minutes, you'll be able to catch the 5:00 train for home. W: Yes. Well, it's 3:30 now, so if I leave in twenty minutes, I'll be able to get to the station by 4:45. Q: About how long will it take the woman to go to the station? (A)

6. M: Here try this one for size, please. W: I think it's a little too big over the shoulders and I don't like the red color. Q: Where does this conversation probably take place? (D)

7. M: How did you enjoy your trip to the US? W: It was a wonderful trip. We went to San Francisco to see the Golden Gate Bridge

and New Mexico, then flew to New York. Q: Which statement is true? (A)

8. W: I would like to check out now. My name is Tom, Room 112. M: Yes, here we are. The rate on that room is $30.00.You made a long distance call, so the telephone bill is $12.00. Q: How much does the woman have to pay? (D)

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9. M: Were you at the Kansas city Baseball stadium? W: No, I wasn't. I wish I would have seen the Royal's game. I was at the library

studying for the English Test. Q: What was the woman doing last night? (B)

10. M: I'd like to make a long distance call. W: All right. May I have the telephone number you are calling and your room number

please. Q: Who is this woman? (C) Section II Passages Directions: In this section you'll hear 2 short passages. At the end of each passage, you’ll hear some questions. Both the passages and questions will be spoken once. After you hear a question, you must choose the best answer from the four choices marked A),B),C) and D).Then mark the corresponding letter on your answer sheet. Passage One Mrs Turner's telephone number was 3463, the number of the cinema in her town was 3464. People often made a mistake and telephone her when they actually wanted the cinema. One evening the telephone bell rang and Mrs Turner answered it. A tired man's voice came over the phone:"At what time does your last film begin"? "I'm sorry", said Mrs Turner," but you have the wrong number. This is not the cinema". “Oh, it began twenty minutes ago", said the man. "I'm sorry about that.Well, goodbye". Mrs Turner was very surprised. So she told her husband. He laughed and said, "No, that wasn't a mistake.The man's wife wanted to go to cinema, but he was feeling tired, so he telephoned the cinema. His wife heard him, but she did not hear you. Now they will stay at home this evening, and the husband will be happy!" Questions 11 to 13 are based on the passage you have just heard.11.When the tired man telephoned Mrs Turner, how did she feel? (B)12.For what reason was Mrs Turner astonished? (B)13.According to the passage, which of the following is true? (B)

Passage Two One day a hungry dog came to a butcher's shop and saw a lot of meat and bone there. The butcher was busy cutting and didn't notice a dog come in. Immediately the dog held a piece of bone in his mouth and escaped as quickly as he could. When the dog stepped onto a bridge he was surprised to find in the water another dog also holding a piece of bone in his mouth. The hungry dog became very angry and began to bark at the stranger. As he opened his mouth the bone dropped into the water.

Questions 14 to 15 are based on the passage you have just heard. 14.After the dog took the bone, where did he go? (C)15.When the dog opened his mouth, what happened? (B)

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Section III Spot DictationDirections: In this section you'll hear a passage of about 120 words three times. This passage is printed on your answer sheet with some words missing. First, you'll hear the whole passage from the beginning to the end just to get a general idea of it. Then in the second reading, you'll be given a pause after each blank. During the pause, you must write down the missing word or words you have just heard in the corresponding space on your answer sheet. You can check what you have written when the passage is read to you once again without the pauses.

The elephant is the only animal in the world with a trunk. It uses its trunk in many (1)ways. It pulls leaves (2)off trees with its trunk and then (3)puts them into its mouth. It can even use its trunk to pull up a tree when it wants to make a path (4)through the jungle. It also uses its trunk to get (5)water. When an elephant is (6)angry, its tusk can be very (7)dangerous. The tusks of an elephant are really its (8)front teeth. People pay a lot of money for the ivory of an elephant's tusk. In Africa men have (9)hunted elephants for their tusks. The ivory from tusks is made into many (10)beautiful things.

Section IV Sentence DictationDirections: In this section you'll hear two or more sentences. Each sentence will be read three times. First, you'll hear a sentence with normal speed just to get a general idea of it. Then in the second reading, you'll hear the sentence with slower speed and you'll be given a pause at the end of the sentence. During the pause, you must write down the whole sentence on your answer sheet.Finally, the sentence is read to you with normal speed again, and you can check your answer.

Sentence One: I heard your brother hurt his leg.Sentence Two: Tom was supposed to come next week.

Section V Passage DictationDirections: In this section you'll hear a passage of about 50 words three times. First, you will hear the whole passage from the beginning to the end just to get a general idea of it Then in the second reading, you'll be given a pause after each sentence or sometimes in the middle of a long sentence. During the pause, you'll write down the sentence on your answer sheet. The next sentence is read just like the previous one. This will continue until the whole passage ends. You can check what you have written when the passage is read once again without the pauses.

Reading makes me clever. Reading is not only a good past time but also helps me to learn and understand more. In addition, reading offers me much food for thoughts as well as many chances to test my knowledge. Moreover, reading good books is both interesting and instructive. Reading is helpful in every way.

Unit Two

Section I Short Conversations Directions: Omitted

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1. M: What's happening with the new library building? W: The work crew is just finishing it up. Q: What does the woman say about the library? (D) 2. M. I'm taking John to that fancy new restaurant tonight for the celebration of his birthday. W: You can't go like that. You'd better change. Q: What does the woman advise? (B) 3. M: I have to look for a room to rent. W: How about trying Carters. They usually have a long list of places. Q: Where will the man probably go? (A) 4. M: Good morning. I'd like to speak to Mr Johnson, please. W: Mr Johnson is not at this office today. He's at the Da Dong Fang Branch. He's there Monday, Wednesday and Friday this week. Q: When will Mr Johnson be at this office? (D) 5. M: How much are these pencils, please ? W: 2 for 15 cents now. Prices have been reduced on all our school supplies since the holiday. Pencils used to be 10 cents . Q: How much will the man have to pay if he buys two pencils ? (A) 6. M: I have two tickets for film tonight. Would you like to come? W: I'd love to, but I promised my mother I'd take my sister to a concert. Q: What is the woman going to do tonight? (B) 7. M: My class doesn't start until twelve, so I'm going to have a quick snack. W: I'd like to join you, but my class is earlier. Q: What will the woman probably do? (D) 8: W: Do you prefer tea or coffee after lunch ? M: I don't care for tea after lunch and only drink coffee in the evening. Q: What does the man mean? (D) 9: M: That's a good song he's playing, isn't it? W: I wish he'd lower the volume Q: What’s the woman’s opinion? (A)

10: M: The winters here are usually mild. W: Usually, but I think this year will be different. Q: What does the woman imply about this winter? (D)

Section II Passages Directions: Omitted

Passage One

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Two men and a thirteen-year-old boy are safe now after being rescured from their tiny boat which had been adrift in the Gulf of Mexico for twenty hours. After their families had reported them missing, the Coast Guard began searching, but the men were rescured after waving frantically at a private airplane flying overhead. It turned out that they had drifted only seven and a half miles from where their engine had broken down.

Questions 11 to 12 are based on the passage you have just heard.11. How many people were in the boat? (C)12. How far had the boat drifted? (B)

Passage Two Mr. Smith was a wealthy industrialist,but he was not satisfied with his life. He did not sleep well and his food did not agree with him. This situation lasted for some time. Finally, after several sleepless nights, he decided to consul this doctor.The doctor advised a change of surroundings."Go abroad," he said."But I'm no good at foreign language," said Mr. Smith."It doesn't matter," said the doctor. "It won't hurt you to talk a little less. Go on a voyage. Take plenty of exercise. Try to reduce your weight. Avoid rich food.” Mr.Smith went to Switzerland. He did not know French or German, and had to communicate through gestures, He attended a physical training course. The teacher made him bend his knees, swing his arms, stretch his neck and shake his head rapidly. He had to lie on the ground and raise his right and left legs alternately. After a time his muscles grew hard and firm. He forgot the financial crisis and the importance of raising the level of production. He even began to notice individual trees and individual birds.

Questions 13 to 15 are based on the passage you have just heard.13. Why did Mr. Smith go to see his doctor ? (D)14. What did the doctor advise Mr. Smith not to do? (C)15. What was the result of Mr. Smith's going abroad ? (C)

Section III Spot DictationDirections: Omitted

Several days ago three lions (1)escaped from a circus in Knoxvill due to the (2)carelessness of one of the keepers.Two of the lions (3)headed for a nearby grass field where they were immediately (4)caught by their trainer. The third one, however, went into town; and when he saw an open window on the first floor of a (5)private home, he jumped in. Inside, he found an elderly lady whose eyesight was failing. She thought the (6)animal was a large dog and patted it on the head.The wild beast paid no (7)attention to her and went into the bedroom, here he fell (8)asleep on the rug. It was there that the trainer (9)found the lion. He and his helper put him in a cage and (10)carried him quietly to the circus.

Section IV Sentence DictationDirections: Omitted

Sentence one: There is still some food remaining on the table.Sentence two: He visited the West Lake every four years.

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Section V Passage DictationDirections: Omitted

One day when I was 18 years old, my father told me that I was big enough to live by myself. He said that I had a lot of chances to choose from. I could try to find a job and thus I would be able to live on my own or I could try to get financial help from a certain college and continue my studies.

Unit Three

Section I Short ConversationsDirections: Omitted

1. M: Mr Zhou, please come to my room to watch TV. We bought it second-hand yesterday. W: Good. You'd better make sure your apartment is well protected. You know the people living above us were robbed two days ago? Q: What are they talking about? (B)

2. W: I'm applying for an appointment as a visiting scholar at MIT. I've never written a letter in English before, so I've probably made lots of mistakes. M: Don't worry. I'll read your letter to make sure that it is OK. Q: What do we know from the conversation? (C)

3. M: Miss Li, you know we are invited to my advisor's house for dinner next week? W: Really? We couldn't go empty-handed. I wouldn't feel right. Q: What does the woman mean ? (A)

4. M: Excuse me, Jane. I noticed a copy of Scientific American on your desk. Would you mind if I borrow it this afternoon? W: Sure, I'm not reading it right now, so why don't you take home over the weekend? Q: What do we learn from this conversation? (C) 5. M: Did the drama students build all the scenery for the program? W: No. They had a carpenter make it according to their designs. Q: Where did the scenery come from? (A)

6. W: What's the matter with you today? M: I'm not sure. I think I'm coming down with a cold. Q: What's the man's problem? (A)

7. W: The price of postage is bound to go up again soon. M: You're right. What I'd like to know is how much it will cost to send a letter next month. Q: What does the man mean? (C)

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8. W: Do you have a seat for the concert tomorrow? M: No more seat now, but we sell standing room tickets two hours before the performance. Q: What does the man mean? (D)

9. M: Have you read the whole book since noon today? W: Oh, I haven't read it straight through the way you'd read a novel. A few chapters were on topics that interested me, so I just read those. Q: What conclusion concerning the woman can be drawn from this conversation? (B)

10.M: Did you enjoy your trip to the ocean yesterday? W: Yes, but I shivered for half an hour after I came out of the water. Q: What do we learn from this conversation? (B)

Section II PassagesDirections: Omitted

Passage OneM: Do you want your television repaired?W: Yes, but not by the place you recommended.M: Why not? The repairmen are very good and the charges are so reasonable.W: That may be, but I couldn't find it.M: But you couldn't miss it. I told you that the first right after the rail-road bridge.W: I took that. I went to the end of the road. There is no such place.M: Wait a minute. Perhaps it is the second right. Yes, I think it is.W: I should have known. Whenever someone says "you can't miss it", you can be sure that you won't find it.

Questions 11 to 13 are based on the passage you have just heard.11. What happened to the woman's television set? (A)12. Why couldn't the woman find the repair shop? (B)13. Why did the man recommend these television repairmen? (A)

Passage Two: We could not feel the speed. But our senses let us know that we are moving. We see things moving past us and feel that we are being shaken.We can feel acceleration, an increase in speed. But we notice it for only a short time.For instance, we feel it during the take-off run of an airliner. We feel the plane's acceleration because our bodies do not gain speed as fast as the plane does.It seems that something is pushing us back against the seat.Actually, our body is trying to stay in the same seat while the plane is carrying us forward. Soon the plane reaches a steady speed. Then, because there is no longer any change in speed, the feeling of forward motion stops.

Questions 14 to 15 are based on the passage you have just heard.14. How can we tell we are moving ? (D)15. During the take-off of a plane, what do we feel? (B)

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Long long ago, so far away, I (1)fell in love with you before the second (2)show. Your guitar sounds so (3)sweet and clear. But you're not really (4)here, it is just the radio. Don't you (5)remember you told me you love me ? You said you'd be coming (6)back the way again. I love you, I really do. Loneliness is such a (7)sad affair and I can (8)hardly wait to be with you again. What to (9)say, to make you come again, come back to me again, and (10)play your sad guitar.


Sentence One: You must do away with bad habits.Sentence Two: The time is up and the class is dismissed.

Section V Passage DictationDirections: Omitted I would prefer to live in the centre of a large city, because life is very easy there. You can buy everything at any time as there are many different shops with long business hours.You needn't travel a long distance to do shopping. Besides, there are a lot of facilities for study and recreation.

Unit Four


1. W: I'm going to change the color of my hair when I am 50 years old. M: You are? Well, When I am 50, I'll grow a beard. Q: What can we learn from the conversation about the present ages of these people ? (D)

2. W: Peter, do you still have that guitar in your room? M: Yes, I bought a banjo too. But I don't play them as much as I used to. Q: What can we learn from the conversation? (A)

3. M: I thought I heard someone at the door. W: Just the delivery boy with a package for our neighbour. She and her husband are visiting their daughter in Canada, so I'll keep it until they get back. Q: Who was at the door? (A)

4. M: I was hoping that we could see George here today.

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W: He was planning to come, but then his wife's father fell down some stairs and he had to take him to a doctor. Q: Who was injured? (D)

5. W: I'm so excited that I can't sleep tonight. M: I'd be excited too if I had my passport,visa and boat ticket as you do. Q: Why is the woman excited? (D)

6. M: Do you subscribe to the newspaper? W: Yes, I do. It comes each day just before breakfast. Q: What kind of newspaper does the woman subscribe to ? (D)

7. M: I'm going to be here for a short time. I'd like to open a checking account. W: All right. Here are the rules. Find out the slips and sign your name. Q: Where are the speakers ? (B)

8. M: Welcome back. How was your vacation ? W: Just fine. We had only one good day as far as weather was concerned. But the hotel was beautiful and I had never known more friendly people. Q: What did the woman say about her vacation ? (A)

9. M: Yesterday we went to Jane's house to listen to record. W: I heard she has more than a hundred jazz records. Is that true ? Q: What do we learn about Jane ? (A)

10.M: Excuse me, can you tell me the way to the library ? W: Sorry, I am a stranger here. There's a policeman across the street. Why don't you ask him ? Q: What do we learn about the woman from this conversation ? (A)


Passage one: There are more and more road accidents in some of our cities. With the modernization of our society, the number of cars and trucks is increasing so rapidly that our roads always seem to be too narrow for the busy traffic. Meanwhile, some people drive after drink and beyond the speed limits. Some people say that road accidents can hardly be cut down.They believe it is the modern world that results in the increase of accidents. Since no force can hold back the development of our society, it is impossible to reduce the accidents. In fact, most accidents can be avoided. Many local governments have developed more strict rules to control the situation and invested more money in building new highways and widening the old ones.

Questions 11 to 12 are based on the passage you have just heard.11. According to the speaker, which is not a cause of road accidents ? (D)

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12. How do the local governments solve the problem of road accidents? (B)

Passage Two When the Spanish first went to the American continent more than 400 year ago, there were no horses in North America, so later Spanish explorers and colonist took their own horses with them. Some of these horses escaped and became wild. By the time the United States had become a nation and begun to expand to the west, large herds of wild horses were living in North America. But some parts of the American West were desert areas which were not especially suited to horses. Then during the Indian Wars an army officer had an interesting idea--why not import camels to use in the American desert? A small herd was actually brought over from Africa, but the camels were difficult to train and soon the Army set them free. Until quite recently, a few wild descendants of these camels could still be found in the American desert.

Questions 13 to 15 are based on the passage you have just heard.13. Why did the Spanish bring horses with them ? (C)14. Why was a small herd of camels brought to America ? (A)15. Why were the camels set free ? (B)


Television has become an indispensable part of our (1)daily life. It has been a (2)means of entertainment which many people count on to (3)kill spare time. It has been an 4)effective channel through which information, whether political or (5)commercial, can be passed on at a great (6)speed. It has become an open school via which quite a number of people 7)receive their education. Because of its (8)considerable importance, television itself has (9)attracted an increasing interest among people of (10)different background.


Sentence One: I don't know any place that is poorer than this village.Sentence Two: Human beings will visit other planets in time to come.


Most cities have colleges or universities that hold classes at night as well as in the daytime. In this way people who have to work during the day may attend school at nightand work for a degree. They may also just take a course in a subject that interests them. Moreover, courses and lectures are often given usually about leisure time activities.

Unit Five

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1. M: Where did Suzanne come from? W: She was born in Switzerland and grew up in Sweden, but now she's a citizen of England. Q: What country does Suzanne presently call her country? (B)

2. M: Miss, what time is flight 452 for Boston due to departure? W: It leaves at 4:50, but you check in one hour prior to departure. Q: At what time are the passengers required to be at the airport for flight 452? (C)

3. W: Would you please spell your name for me, Sir? M: Sure. W...I...double T...N...E...R. Q: What is the man's name? (B)

4. W: Do you sell jogging shoes, Sir? M: Yes, we do. They 're special this week at $19.95 a pair or two pairs for $35. Q: How much is one pair of jogging shoes? (B)

5. W: Aren't we supposed to have a science test this afternoon? M: It will be postponed because the teacher has to attend a conference. Q: What do we learn from this conversation? (B)

6. M: Has George returned from Europe yet? W: Yes, but he was only here for three days before his company sent him to China. Q: Where is George now? (B)

7. M: Let's go out and practise our golf. W: I can't right now. I have to do my dishes. Q: Why can't the woman play golf ? (D)

8. W: Since it's the rush hour, let's take the subway. M: OK. It's not as direct as the bus, but it's faster and there will be less chance of a traffic jam. Q: Why do the man and the woman decide to take the subway? (B)

9. W: Did you hear that the neighborhood convenience store was held up last night? M: Yes, I hear it on the radio this morning. Q: What happened at the convenience store last night? (D)

10 M: Miss, can you give me change for the dollar? W: I'm sorry, I can't. You may go across the hall, then you'll find a machine in front of the jewelry store. Q: Where does the woman suggest that the man get change? (B)

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Passage One Mark Twain travelled quite a lot often because circumstances forced him. He was born in Florida in 1835, and moved to Hannibal Missouri with his family when he was four years old. After his father died when he was about twelve, Twain worked in Hannibal for a while and then left, so he could earn more money. He worked for a while as a type-setter on various newspapers, and then got a job as a river pilot on the Mississippi. Twain loved this job and many of his books showed it. The job didn't last, however, because of the outbreak of the civil war. Twain joined the army for two weeks. And then he and his whole company went to west to get away from the war and the army. In Nevada and California, Twain prospected for silver and gold without much luck, but he did succeed as a writer. Then, Twain travelled around the country giving lectures and earning money to go to Europe. In the last ten years of his life Twain didn’t travel much and didn’t publish much.

Questions 11 to 13 are based on the passage you have just heard.11. Where and when was Mark Twain born? (B)12. What job did Twain especially love? (B)13. Why did Twain go west? (C)

Passage TwoFootball is the most popular game in England. One has only to go to one of the

important matches to see this. Rich and poor, young and old, one can see them all there, shouting and cheering for one side or the other.

Most schools in England take football seriously. In England, it is believed that education is not only a matter of filling a boy’s mind with facts in a classroom, education also means character training, and one of the best ways of training character is by means of games, especially team games. In team games, the boy has to learn to work with others for his team instead of working selfishly for himself alone. The school therefore arranges games and matches for its pupils. Football is a good exercise for the boy. It needs skills and quick brain. And it is inexpensive. As a result, it is the school’s favourate game in the summer.

Questions 14 to 15 are based on the passage you have just heard.14. Why do schools in England arrange football games for the boy? (D)15. Which of the following statements is true about football in England? (B)

Section III Spot DictationDirections: Omitted.

The Olympic Games were first held at Olympia in ancient Greece as long ago as (1) 776 B.C. They were held once every four years. The custom lasted for more than (2) 1000 years, but died out under the (3) rule of Rome and ceased with the decline of ancient Greek civilization. Then in (4) 1896 the Games were revived. In that year, a Frenchman decided to try to (5) start the games again. He wished to renew those ideals of excellence of body, mind and spirit (6)shown the classic Greek Olympics. He succeeded, and the modern Olympic

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Games began in Athens, Greece, in (7) 1896. Since then the Olympic Games have grown steadily with more and more nations and athletes taking (8) part. Because of the world wars, they were not held in (9) 1916, nor in 1940 and (10) 1944. They have been regularly held ever since then.


Sentence One: The club is not run for the purpose of making money.Sentence Two: There was great concern about the energy shortage.

Section V Passage DictationDirections: Omitted.

Nowadays everyone seems to be playing tennis, not simply sitting back and watching the experts play. Large sums of money have been spend in building tennis courts and buying rackets, balls, clothes and other equipment. Countless tennis clubs have been set up. All this shows that it is a most exciting period in tennis history.

Unit Six


1. W: You are learning to play the guitar, aren't you, John? M: Oh, yes. But it's a lot more difficult than I thought it would be. Q: What do you learn about John? (B)

2. M: We won't be in the cinema until 7:30, if the bus still goes like this. W: Should we get off and walk? Q: Where does this conversation most probably take place? (C)

3. W: Tom still sucks his thumb, darling. M: Yes, I know. It's strange. I thought he'd have got rid of it by now. Q: What does the man mean? (A)

4. M: Have those documents come yet, Susan? W: No, Mr. Green, and I can't understand it. They should have arrived by now. Q; What's the probable relationship between the two speakers? (D)

5. W: Would it be all right if I visited you on Friday, Mr Brown? M: I'm going out on Friday. Well, today is Monday. How about the day after tomorrow? Q: When will the woman see Mr Brown? (C)

6. M: Are you going abroad for your holidays this year? W: I'm not sure yet. I'm saving up for a new car, so I don't really know I'll be able to afford both.

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Q: What's the woman's problem? (B)

7. W: Do you know the bank was robbed yesterday afternoon? It was robbed of two million dollars. M: Really? It was reported in today's newspaper that the bank was robbed twice as much as that amount you told me. Q; How much did the bank lose according to the man? (D)

8. M: Why didn't you come to Sally's party last night? We really had a lot of fun. W: Oh,I just wasn't in the mood to. Q: Why didn't the woman go to the party? (A)

9. W: Was the movie as good as you expected? M: It was a waste of time and money. We should have stayed at home. Q: How does the man feel about the movie? (A)

10.M: When will the train start? W: At 10:40. We still have 30 minutes to get there. Q: What time is it now? (D)


Passage One Mothers frequently tell their children: " Don't eat too many sweets, they are not good for you." Most of us know that too much sugar is bad for our teeth or can make us fat. Now, two doctors have found another reason not to eat too many sweets. They may cause skin problems. It is worse to eat sweets on an empty stomach because that is when they will have the strongest effect on the skin. The doctors recommend that foods, such as potatoes, and fresh fruit, be eaten instead of sweets.

Questions 11 to 12 are based on the passage you have just heard.11. When do the doctors say is the worst time to eat sweets? (D)12. What other foods do doctors recommend eating? (A)

Passage Two Is your family interested in buying a dog? Families should sit down and thoroughly discuss the problems involved before buying a dog. If you don't know much about dogs. It's a good idea to go to the library for books about various kinds of dogs, as well as books about how to train a dog. If space in your family is limited, a toy dog may be a good choice. These dogs are very small and easy to train. They don't need to be walked daily since they can exercise in the space available in the home.

Questions 13 to 15 are based on the passage you have just heard.13. What is the main topic of the passage? (A)14. Where does the speaker suggest one can get information about different kinds of dogs? (B)

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15. When is the toy dog a good choice? (C)


The English of speech (1) tends to be different from the English of writing in some fairly obvious ways. (2) For example, in writing we usually have time to plan our message, to (3) think about it carefully while writing and to revise it afterwards (4)if necessary. In speech (unless it is, say, a lecture prepared (5) in advance), we have (6) no time to do this, but must (7) shape our message as we go... Often we use (8) in speech words and phrases like " well ", " you see " and " kind of " which add (9) little information, but tell us something of the speaker's (10) attitude to his audience and to what he is saying.


Sentence One: She swims so well that she really should take part in the competition.Sentence Two: I thought of him as an excellent manager. Sentence Three: In spite of his good salary, he was unhappy in his job.

Section IV Passage DictationDirections: Omitted

Now water pollution is a serious problem today. Oceans, lakes and rivers are becoming dirty as factories get rid of their wastes through them. Oil and chemicals can kill fish and make water bad for drinking. Polluted water is a great danger to everyone. Since people are dependent on water, they should find a solution to this problem.

Unit Seven


1. W: Slow down, darling. You are driving much too fast. M: I know. If you hadn't taken such a long time to get dressed, we'd have been there by now. Q: What is the man complaining about? (C)

2. M: How do you like the history course? W: I think it is interesting, but it's very difficult. I'll never get through the reading list. Q: What does the woman mean? (A)

3. W: Tom looks good in that old jacket, doesn't he?

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M: I still wish he would get a new one. Q: What is the man's opinion? (D)

4. M: What time does the train start? W: Not until 7:40, but I want to arrive there by 7:45. Q: When will the train leave? (B)

5. W: These plates are very beautiful. How much are they? M: They are ＄38 each and ＄70 a pair. Q: How much will the woman pay if she buys 4 pairs of the plates? (B)

6. M: Now, Mary, did you get a clear view of the accident? W: Oh, yes. I saw the taxi crashing into the bus. How terrible it is! Q: What's the relationship between the two speakers? (A)

7: W: I am getting worried about you. It is late. M: I know, Mum. But I have to finish the book. It must be returned this afternoon, or I'll be fined. Q: Where does the conversation most probably take place? (C)

8. M: Are you going to study late tonight again? W: I think I'll get to sleep early for a change. Q: What will the woman probably do? (D)

9. W: Hi! I'm here for my four o'clock appointment. M: Why don't you have a seat for a moment? Q: What does the man suggest? (C)

10.M: May I speak with my son please? W: Sorry, he's still out on his route delivering letters. Shall I have him call you? Q: What's the occupation of the man's son? (A)


Passage One And now for the Monday Morning Weather Report. Right now the skies over the Chicago area are sunny and clear. We are expecting warm dry weather to continue throughout the day. Winds will continue slightly variable as high as ten miles per hour. We are going to have fair weather continuing over the next couple of days so that means clear and somewhat cooler weather tonight. Tomorrow will be sunny again and quite warm. No rain is expected for at least three or four days.

Questions 11 to 12 are based on the passage you have just heard.11. What will the daytime weather probably be like on Tuesday morning? (C)12. What's the long range forecast for the next few days? (D)

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Passage Two George guided the car slowly, very slowly down the road toward the hospital Fortunately there were no other cars on the hill as he went down the slippery road. George could not hear Mrs.Smith breathing. Was she already dead? He must get her to the hospital! Only three more blocks. George had just crossed the intersections when he saw the flashing red light of a police car behind him. There were 2 policemen in the car, one of them shouted to George to stop. " Is this your car, kid? Your license plate is a little out of date, you know. Let me see your driver's license." " But we can't stop now." said George. " The woman in my car is really sick. This is an emergency! " The policeman was surprised " Under normal circumstances, you'd be in big trouble. But I agree you had no choice. Put the woman in our car. We'll take her to the hospital." The police car went away, leaving George sitting in his car.

Questions 13 to 15 are based on the passage you have just heard.13. What was George trying to do? (C)14. Why did the police stop George? (D)15. What did the police decide to do to George? (A)


A farmer who lived in a small village had a (1) bad pain in the chest. He decided he would (2) see a doctor in the nearest town. He (3) was told that a patient (4)had to pay three pounds for the first visit and one pound for the second visit. The farmer (5) thought about this for a long time, then he went to see the doctor. As he entered the doctor's room, he said, " Good morning, doctor. (6) Here I am again." The doctor was (7) a little surprised. He asked him some questions, examined his chest and then took the pound the farmer gave him. Then the doctor said (8) with a smile, " Well, sir. There's (9) nothing new. Please continue to take (10) the same medicine I gave you the first time you came to see me."


Sentence One: It is such a dirty restaurant that no one wants to go there.Sentence Two: Who will take over the class while I am away?Sentence Three: They have turned out a new-type printing machine.


Some universities in England have realized that many overseas students need help in their studies. These universities have appointed lecturers to teach English to those students. The classes are usually organized according to language skills or the subject.The lecturers are also responsible for providing teaching materials for students. Unit Eight

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1. W: I hope you'll excuse me for coming to class late. My car broke down. M: I'm sorry, I couldn't hear you, there is too much noise in this room. Q: Why can't the man hear the woman? (D) 2. M: Could you please tell me at which stop I should get off for the museum? W: Of course. You get off at the book store, and walk one block. I'll tell you when we get there. Q: What's the probable relationship between the two speakers? (B)

3. W: Where is Bob? M: He was supposed to play basketball, but it was cancelled, so he went fishing instead. Q: What do we learn from this conversation? (C)

4. M: I'd like to buy a new coat. W: The men's department is on the second floor, sir. Q: Where does this conversation most probably take place? (D) 5. W: I'd love to dance, but I don't know the steps. M: It doesn't matter, no one will be looking at us in this crowd! Q: What does the man mean? (A)

6. M: The room is filled with smoke, I can hardly breathe. W: I agree, smoking should not be permitted in this room at all. Q: What can be concluded from this conversation? (B)

7. W: I don't think I can handle all of these books for this course. M: Well, you don't have to read them thoroughly. Just skim through and get the major points. Q: How does the woman feel about her books? (B)

8. M: I hear that your son's working part-time at the restaurant. W: Yes. He works Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 2 to 6 and all day Saturday. Q: Which days does the man's son not work? (C)

9. W: Can you tell me why you charge me ＄66.00 on a ＄60.00 purchase? Did you make a mistake? M: No, Madam, that is the 10% sales tax. Maybe you are from out of town and don't know about it. Q: What will the woman have to pay when making a ＄60 purchase? (C)

10.M: How long will it take you to make the clothes? W: I'll call you when they are ready, but they shouldn't take longer than two weeks. Q: What is the woman going to do? (B)

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Passage One Today I'm going to discuss transportation in the early 19th century in the United States. At that time, inland water ways provided North America's most popular form of long distance transportation. Travel by river was often more convenient than taking a wagon over primitive country roads, especially when shipping heavy loads of farm products or household goods. By the mid- 1800' faster and cheaper railroads became more popular. Railroads could be used year round. During the first third of the century, however, transportation on rivers and lakes developed greatly in the growth of the United States.

Questions 11 to 12 are based on the passage you have just heard.11. What was usually transported on the rivers? (A)12. What new system soon replaced inland waterways? (A)Passage Two The bee, like the ant, is a social insect. Bees live in groups and every bee does certain work that helps the other members of the group. There are several kinds of bees, such as the queen bee and the worker bee. The worker bees go from flower to flower collecting juice, which is composed mostly of sugar mixed with water. Bees turn this juice into honey. This newly -made honey is stored in cells, and is used as food during the winter months. Some people are in the honey business and keep hundreds of bees. Bee-keepers remove honey and pack it in bottles or jars. Honey usually appears as a clear golden-colored liquid, but this depends on the kind of flower from which the bees have taken the juice.

Questions 13 to 15 are based on the passage you have just heard.13. What is the main topic of the passage? (C)14. Why are bees called social insects? (D)15. What does the color of honey in its final stage depend on? (A)

Section III Spot DictaionDirections: Omitted

(1) In addition to the need for food, man also has (2) need of some kind of protections (3) from heat and cold and from wind and rain. The first homes of man were very simple. The size and (4) kind of buildings which he built were (5) limited by his technical knowledge and also by the kind of building materials which were (6) available to him. Climate also had an important influence. In some places, man's home would be nothing (7) more than a cave in the side of a hill, with a fire (8) at the entrance to give light and warmth and to keep dangerous wild animals away. In warmer areas (9) primitive man could use branches to make a framework which he then (10) covered with leaves.


Sentence One: It's very difficult to get along with these people as I have nothing in common with them.

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Sentence Two: He was known as the most successful scientist of the day.Sentence Three: She is looking forward to having a vacation after these busy days.


Americans eat breakfast and lunch quickly unless it is a social, business or family occasion. The evening meal is usually longer and a time for families to gather together.Rushing through daytime meals is part of the fast pace in America.

Unit Nine


1. M: Excuse me. Is the five-thirty flight on time? W: No, sir. It has been delayed for at least an hour. There's been a bad snow storm. Q: What does the woman mean? (B)

2. W: Excuse me, driver. Does this bus go past the university? M: No, not this bus. You'll have to transfer downtown. Q: What will the woman probably do first? (A)

3. M: What time is it? My watch has 8:30. W: It is 8:15. Your watch must be fast. Q: How much is the man's watch fast? (C)

4. W: Well, it seems as if you're new here. M: Yes. My family and I have just moved here. I run a management consulting firm. Q: Where does the man work? (C)

5. M: What is it like outside today? W: It's clear and sunny but cold. You'd better wear your heavy jacket. Q: Why does the woman suggest the man to wear his jacket? (D)

6. W: I'd like to return this radio? M: We can replace it for you. Do you have your receipt? Q: What's the relationship between the two speakers? (A)

7. M: I'd like to rent a car for the day? W: Fine, sir. It's ten dollars a day, plus ten cents a mile. Q: How much will the man pay if he rents a car for two days, eight miles? (B)

8. W: Is there something wrong, sir? M: I think you've made a mistake. This isn't what I ordered.

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Q: What do you learn from this conversation? (D)

9. M: I don't like our new teacher. Do you? W: Oh, he's not too bad. I've had worse teachers. Q: What does the woman think of the new teacher? (B)

10.W: The landlord wants to raise my rent again. M: Well,I'd talk to the housing authorities if I were you. Q: What does the man recommend the woman to do? (C)


Passage One Just a few years ago, women in some countries had to choose between a higher education and having a family. Naturally this was a very difficult choice. But now, many young men in countries like Kuwait want to marry educated women, and it is no disadvantage to a woman to be educated. Her marriage prospects may, in fact, be improved. However, she still may not be able to have a career after her marriage, particularly after children are born. This custom may change too before long as more and more educated women marry and have families. Women may demand to have careers. Also, developing countries may want to encourage all educated people, men and women, to contribute to the workforce. These countries may regard educated women as a rich human resource.

Questions 11 to 12 are based on the passage you have just heard.11. What did women in some countries do just a few years ago? (B)12. When may a woman not be able to have a career? (C)

Passage Two Almost every family buys at least one copy of a newspaper every day. But why do people read newspapers? Apart from supplying news from all over the world, newspapers give us a lot of other useful information. There are weather reports, radio, television and film guides, book reviews, stories and advertisements. There are all sorts of advertisements.The bigger ones are put in by large companies to bring attention to their products. They pay the newspapers thousands of dollars for the advertising space, but it is worth the money, for news of their products goes into almost every home. Newspapers of ten have information on gardening, cookery and fashion, as well as a small but very popular section on jokes and cartoons.

Questions 13 to 15 are based on the passage you have just heard.13. Why do people read newspapers? (A)14. Which of the following statements is true according to the passage? (C)15. Who reads the section on jokes and cartoons? (D)


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When you read (1) a piece of technical writing in English for (2) the first time, or when you first hear scientists or engineers (3) talking in English, you may find it very difficult to understand (4) what is written or spoken, particularly if you have learned English as a language of (5) everyday conversation and of literature. You may think that there is a (6) special kind of English which is used only in science and technology and which has to be learned as a (7) separate language. You may also feel that somehow the English of science and technology is (8) much more difficult than everyday English.(9) In fact, technical English does (10) differ from everyday English. But the differences do not present any great problems once they have been recognized.


Sentence One: It will have the same result, no matter which way you do it.Sentence Two: Believe in yourself even in case of difficulties and failure.Sentence Three: In order to save time, I cut down my shopping to twice a week.


Several governments have adopted birth control policies in recent years. Among them are Japan, China, India and Egypt. In some cases, the results have not been succeeded. Japan has been an exception. The Japanese adopted a birth control policy in 1948. People were encouraged to limit their families.

Unit Ten


1. M: How long do you plan to be in the United States? W: Just a couple of months. My son's a student at the University of California. Q: What is the woman going to do? (B)

2. W: How would you like your hair cut? M: It is getting a little too long, but don't cut it too much. Q: What does the man suggest? (A)

3. M: I'd like a room for the night please. There are two people, my wife and myself. W: We have a double for sixteen dollars. Q: How much will the man pay for a double room? (C)

4. W: It is such a nice day today that I thought we might go to the zoo. M: I wish you had called earlier. I've just made plans to play tennis. Q: What do you learn from the conversation? (B)

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5. M: There's a street festival this Saturday. Do you want to go? W: Sure. Is it OK if I go in your car? Q: What does the woman mean? (D)

6. W: Why are you so late? M: I had a flat tire on the way over here. Q: Why is the man late? (A)

7. M: How about coming over to my place for dinner this weekend? W: Oh, what a pity. I already have plans for Saturday. Q: When is the dinner? (C)

8. W: Here you go, sir. This is your boarding pass. M: Where is the departure gate? Q: Where is the man now? (A)

9. M: How much is the fare? W: Fifty cents. Exact change. Don't give it to me. Drop it in the box. Q: What's the relationship between the two speakers? (B)

10.W: Your appointment isn't until 2:30. M: I know. I'm here ahead of time. Q: Which statement is true? (D)


Passage One The city's museums are much more than cultural centers. They are major contributors to the city's economy. Not only do they provide jobs for people living in the city, but the museums also attract tourists who spend money in hotels, restaurants and stores. Each year mass- motoring tours visit our museums and spend millions of dollars in the city, but only a fraction of that money is ever seen by the museums. This, in addition to recent cuts in government aid, has hurt the museums. And museums are in trouble, though we can all help by increasing our contributions and encourage others to support cultural institutions. There should be some other ways to help the museums out.

Questions 11 to 12 are based on the passage you have just heard.11. What is the main topic of the passage? (C)12. Why are museums having problems? (B)

Passage Two The state of Kansas is called the " Bread Basket of America " because it ranks first in wheat growing and flour milling. In addition, there are hundreds of cattle ranches in western Kansas, some of which cover 50,000 acres. The state is larger than most other states, but the population is small.

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In pioneer days, many settlers passed through Kansas seeking rich gold farther west. Looking upon Kansas as a " useless waste of land," they refused to settle there. However, when Kansas joined the Union in 1861 as a free state opposed to slave labor, the population began to increase. Finally, the railroad helped to attract settlers by selling them inexpensive land.Questions 13 to 15 are based on the passage you have just heard.13. What did the early pioneers think about Kansas? (C)14. How did the railroads attract settlers? (B)15. What is the chief occupation of most Kansas people? (A)


The younger generation is essentially (1) different from the older generation. The world of the older people has disappeared, and they do not understand all of the problems of the modern world. (2) On the other hand, the younger people have (3) grown up with these problems, and they are (4) deeply concerned about them. The older generation still (5) controls the power in business organization, government, and education. The young people want to (6) make changes in these areas to (7) fit the needs of modern society.(8)In order to reconcile their differences, both generations (9) must realize that the world has changed, and that new responses are (10) necessary for many of the problems of society.


Sentence One: They have made machines which can respond to messages.Sentence Two: We have inquired of the company manager, but he refused to give us any information. Sentence Three: Do you have any idea how many people the committee consists of?


In spring, Nature awakens from her long winter sleep. The trees are filled with new life, the earth is warmed by the rays of the sun, and the weather gets gradually milder. The field is covered with fresh green grass. The woods are filled with the songs of the birds.

Unit Eleven


1. M: Have you decided where you are going to live when you get married? W: I would like to live in the city near my work, but my parents wish me to live in the suburbs to save on expenses.

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Q: Why does the woman want to live in the city? (C)

2. W: Would you like to go to the beach now? Tom and Mary are coming too. M: I'm sorry, but I am just putting on my clothes to go shopping. I need to get the tie that goes with my suit. It just arrived yesterday. Q: What is the man going to buy? (D)

3. M: How did you like the performance? W: Generally speaking, it was very good. The part of the woman was played beautifully, but I thought the man who played the policeman was too dramatic to be realistic. Q: How does the woman feel about the policeman in the play? (B)

4. W: I'd like to buy these four cards. Are they ten cents each? M: Three of them are, but that smaller one is only five cents. Q: How much are the cards all together? (C)

5. M: Excuse me, Jane. I have to leave now. W: OK. But wouldn't you like to have another drink? Q: Where does this conversation most probably take place? (A)

6. W: The guests are leaving for New York today on the eleven o'clock flight. We need someone to get them there on time. M: Well, I'd be happy to, but my car is in the garage. Q: How are the guests going to New York? (B)

7. M: Did you hear what happened to Mary? W: Someone in her office told me that she and her boss had an argument. Q: What do you learn about Mary? (D)

8. W: How long did you have for the exam? M: We were given two hours, but I finished in less than half the time. Q: How long did the man take for the exam? (B)

9. M: Can you accompany me while I sing? W: I don't play very well, but I'll have a try. Q: What does the man want the woman to do? (A)

10.W: I'm tired of John's remarks. I don't know why he wants to look at everything in such a negative way. M: Why don't you do what I do. And never take his comments for granted. Q: According to the man, what should the woman do about John? (D)


Passage One Before Helen Keller was two years old, she lost her sight and her hearing. She lived in a

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world of confusion until the arrival of Anne Mansfield Sullivan, the woman who was to change Helen's life. On March 3, 1887, Miss Sullivan arrived at the Keller home. It was three months before Helen's seventh birthday Miss Sullivan worked closely with her new student. At times, the teacher became depressed. Eventually, Miss Sullivan's efforts were rewarded. The deaf and blind Helen Keller learned to communicate verbally.

Questions 11 to 12 are based on the passage you have just heard.11. How old was Helen when Miss Sullivan arrived? (A) 12. What does the lecture mean when mentioning that Miss Sullivan's effort was rewarded? (B)

Passage Two An electronic funds transfer system---called E.F.T. in banking circles---is replacing the paperwork in banking processes. With its use of computers to carry out financial business, E.F.T. is changing the way people pay bills and may eliminate the necessity for carrying cash. But there is a difficulty in this technological revolution, and that is the reluctance of consumers to change their habits. Regardless of whether consumers like it or not, bankers are determined to fully carry out the new system. The full use of E. F. T. nevertheless may be a quarter of a century away.

Questions 13 to 15 are based on the passage you have just heard.13. According to the passage, what is the problem with the electronic funds transfer system? (C)14. According to the passage, what is the immediate benefit of the electronic funds transfer system? (B)15. According to the passage, what is the future of the electronic funds transfer system? (B)


There are many advantages and disadvantages (1) involved in working part-time while you are in school. (2) On the one hand, part-time work can offer you an interesting experience that (3) contributes to your education. It helps you to be (4) more independent of your family. For many students, a job (5) provides needed spending money and helps cover many of the hidden cost of a school education. Thus part-time work helps many students to remain in school.(6) The experience that you gain through part-time work may be of great help to you in (7) making a decision as to the type of occupational career you would like to follow. (8) On the other hand, you may gain temporary advantages (9) at the expense of values that are more important from the (10) long-range points of view.


Sentence One: Most of his money has been spent on stamp collecting.Sentence Two: The old man has set aside a sum of money for future use.Sentence Three: The club isn't run for the purpose of making money.

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Sentence Four: By the time they hurried to the airport, the plane had taken off.


Many car drivers are careless. I have seen many who prove by their actions that their minds are not on their driving. Some eat and drink as they drive with one hand. Others take their eyes from the road to watch the scenery.

Unit Twelve


1. W: When do these stores close? M: They are open until nine p.m. Q: What time do those stores close? (B)

2. M: Mrs.Smith's going to be fired. I wish her boss would forgive her. W: Not this time. Q: What does the woman mean? (B)

3. W: It is said that Susan has quit her job. M: Why should she work anyway? With all that money, she ought to have people work for her. Q: What happened to Susan? (D)

4. M: Do you think Bob and Helen are going to get married? W: Don't you see them together all the time? Q: What do you learn from the conversation? (A)

5. W: It's really a nice day today, isn't it? M: Looks like spring is coming soon. Q: How does the man like the weather? (D)

6. M: I'm looking for a pair of shoes, size 35. W: There are many over there. Could you come this way? Q: What's the woman's occupation? (C)

7. W: The car was a total loss. Did you see it? M: Yes.But three women and a baby were in that horrible crash without being hurt. Q: How many people were injured in the accident? (B)

8. M: Sally is an American, but she's lived in the Far East for most of her life. W: Yes. She speaks Japanese and Chinese as well as she speaks English. Q: What nationality is Sally? (C)

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9. W: If I were you I'd take the bus to work. Driving in that rush-hour, traffic is terrible. M: But by the time the bus gets to my stop, there aren't any seats left. Q: How does the man prefer to go to work? (A)

10.M: I'd like to cash a check, please. I have an account here. W: Fine. Just make it out to "cash". Q: Where does this conversation most probably take place? (B)


Passage One All students have faculty advisors with whom to discuss their academic programs. Each student, however, is responsible for knowing and meeting the requirements for graduation. Except for required courses such as freshman composition the first quarter, students may select their own classes each quarter. The usual schedule is three courses each quarter, two courses being the minimum unless a student receives special permission. A student may not register for four or more courses in any quarter.

Questions 11 to 12 are based on the passage you have just heard.11. What will the faculty advisor help the student to do? (A)12. Which course do all students take in the first quarter? (D)

Passage Two Another medical technique that has recently become popular is hypnosis. In sleep, a loss of awareness occurs, in hypnosis there is a highly concentrated but relaxed awareness, which can be like daydreaming. When used in medical treatment, hypnosis doesn't stop the pain process, rather, the sense of the pain is altered. Only patients who are able to undergo deep hypnosis, about one quarter of the population, are appropriate for this technique in surgery. Hypnosis often provides very ill patients with relief they can no longer obtain from drugs or surgery.

Questions 13 to 15 are based on the passage you have just heard.13. Why can hypnosis reduce pain in surgical patients? (B)14. Who can be successfully hypnotized for surgery? (A)15. Why is hypnosis valuable? (D)


Mrs.Smith was walking near a playground. She was (1) in a hurry to visit her four grandchildren. She missed them very much because she hadn't seen them (2) for quite a long time. She concentrated herself (3) so much on thinking of the children that she didn't (4) notice a ball rolling toward her. Suddenly she saw the ball. (5) She stopped and hesitated. She was seventy years old. Should she kick the ball (6) to send it back or should she (7) just go past leaving the ball where it was? Finally (8) with great care and effort, she gave it a kick. (9) Can

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you imagine what happened? The ball went straight (10)in and scored a goal. How wonderful it was!


Sentence One: But for the storm, we would have arrived in time.Sentence Two: The old professor was most happy and joyful when in company with a group of young students.Sentence Three: This substance reacts to light ten times as fast as that one.Sentence Four: His meeting with the musician had a great effect on his musical development.


How well do native English speakers spell? A spelling test was recently given to adults in four English-speaking countries. The best spellers are in Australia, followed by Canada, the United Kingdom and then the United States. Americans misspelled, on average, more than six of the ten words in the latest test.

Unit Thirteen


1. M: Is Linda angry? W: I don't think so. If she were, she'd tell us. Q: What does the man think about Linda? (D)

2. W: My briefcase is just like yours, isn't it? M: Almost. Mine is smaller, but it doesn't have a lock. I'd rather have had one like yours. Q: Why would the man rather have had a briefcase like the one the woman has? (B)

3. M: I have to go to class because I have a test, but if I could, I'd go with you to the movie. W: That's too bad. I wish that you could come along. Q: Where is the man going? (A)

4. W: I guess I'll send Mary a postcard from Hawaii when I go there on my vacation. M: I'm sure that she'd be glad to get one. She has a collection of cards from all over the world. Q: What do we learn about Mary? (C)

5. M: Could you please explain the assignment for Monday?

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W: Certainly. Read the next chapter in your text book and come to class prepared to discuss what you've read. Q: What's the probable relationship between the two speakers? (C)

6. W: Tickets are four dollars for adults. Children's tickets are half price. M: Okay. I'd like two adults' and two children's tickets, please. Q: How much does the man pay for the tickets? (B)

7. M: I need a book of English and a notebook. W: All of the textbooks are on the shelves in the back of the store. The notebooks are over there by the cash register. Q: Where did this conversation most probably take place? (A)

8. W: Jack must have been joking when he said that he was going to quit his job M: He's always like that. Q: What conclusion does the man want us to make from his statement? (B)

9. M: I was hoping that you'd wear your new dress. It's much prettier. W: But this one is more comfortable for hot weather. Q: Which dress did the woman wear? (D)

10.W: If I were you, I'd be more careful about locking the back door at night. M: Don't worry. No one will break in. Q: What does the woman think will happen? (B)


Passage One Today I am going to talk about what one community is presently doing to conserve energy. The people of Davis, California have succeeded in cutting their energy consumption by one third since 1973. The first energy- saving action that was taken in the early 70s was the legislation of strict building codes. All new houses in Davis must have the proper insulation so that heat will not escape unnecessarily during the winter. New houses must also face north or south so that they will not be overheated by the sun in summer. The laws have had a definite effect. Since 1976 there has been a 50 percent saving in the amount of natural gas and electricity used in heating and air-conditioning.

Questions 11 to 12 are based on the passage you have just heard.11. What is the main topic of the passage? (C)12. What is the purpose of building new houses facing north or south? (A)

Passage Two Today it's my turn to give the weekly oral report, and the topic is the life of the poet Emily Dickinson. Compared to Walt Whitman whom we discussed last week, I found Emily Dickinson strikingly different. She seemed in fact to be the complete opposite of Whitman in her life and in her work. Emily Dickinson was born in 1830 in Amherst, Massachusetts, only a

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decade after Whitman. In her early 20s for reasons which still remain a mystery, she began to withdraw from ordinary contact with the world. For the remaining 30 years of her life she was seldom seen outside her home. In this respect, she was quite unlike Whitman who loved the great outdoors. Emily Dickinson spent her lonely days corresponding with friends and writing hundreds of remarkable poems. In her lifetime only four poems were published, most of them, almost 1,200 poems, were discovered in her room after she died at the age of 56. These poems established her as a major poet and several modern critics consider her the greatest woman poet in the English language.

Questions 13 to 15 are based on the passage you have just heard.13. Who is the speaker? (C)14. What is the main topic of the passage? (A)15. How did Emily Dickinson differ from Walt Whitman? (B)


People often (1) wonder what difference there is between a shorthand typist and a secretary. It is (2) easy enough to define the work of a shorthand typist-- her main job is to (3) take down shorthand from dictation and then to transcribe it. A secretary (4) does this as well, but she also does much more. Her duties will (5) include such things as arranging conferences, dealing with callers and even fetching her boss's lunch time sandwiches. (6) In addition to company work she often has to cope with (7) her boss's private engagements. It is almost impossible to (8) list all the duties that a secretary may be (9) called upon to perform and it is even more difficult to list (10) the qualities that she needs in her work.


Sentence One: He showed me all the letters related to the matter.Sentence Two: There is no choice other than to carry the struggle through to the end.Sentence Three: Our university provides its students with facilities for a great variety of activities.Sentence Four: The baby doesn't cry much now but she used to cry a lot every night.


The sea is full of strange sounds made by creatures that live within it. Sound travels rapidly through water, but its speed depends upon several things, such as the temperature and the salt content. However, we can say sound travels at a speed of approximately one mile a second in sea water.

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1. W: Weren't you nervous when the professor called on you? M: I'd say I shook all over. Q: How did the man feel? (A)

2. M: Why do you always put on slippers when you go into your apartment? W: It saves wear and tear on the carpet. Q: Why does the woman wear slippers? (B)

3. W: John seems to have lost a lot of weight recently. M: Yes, he's been training hard with the soccer team. Q: What has John been doing? (B)

4. M: Have you ever put one of machines together before? W: No, never. But I think if we carry out these instructions exactly. We won't have any trouble. Q: What's the important for them to do? (D)

5. W: Can you possibly lend me ＄10 until pay-day? M: It's out of the question! Q: What do you learn about the man? (B)

6. M: I have a headache, I keep coughing and sneezing and my throat hurts. W: You should take some aspirin and go to bed. Q: What's probably wrong with the man? (C)

7. W: I'm going to ask the neighbours to turn the music down, I can't hear myself think. M: Do you really think it makes any difference to them? Q: What does the man imply? (B)

8. M: Excuse me, I'd like to send some flowers to my friend. W: Let's see, this fresh roses are very nice. Q: Where does this conversation most probably take place? (C)

9. W: My baby is having his first birthday party this month. The twins are two years older than Mike, and Mike is one year older than the baby. M: That means that your children are all still quite young. Q: How old are the twins? (A)

10.M: Is your baggage only these two bags? Have you anything else to declare? W: I don't think so. They are all my personal possessions. Q: What's the man's occupation? (B)


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Passage One The United States have long been known as a melting pot because so many people from all over the world make up its population. The first immigrants in American history came from England and the Netherlands. Immigrants from many other countries then began arriving and are still coming. The greatest numbers came in the years 1880 to 1914. Between 1820 and 1973, the United States admitted over 46 million immigrants. Most came from Europe, but many also came from Latin America, Asia, Africa, Australia and Canada.

Questions 11 to 12 are based on the passage you have just heard.11. Why is the United States called as a melting pot? (B)12. What is the present immigration situation in the United States? (B)

Passage Two Balloons have been used for sport for about 100 years. There are two kinds of sport balloons: gas and hot air. Hot air balloons are safer than gas balloons, which may catch fire. Hot air balloons are preferred by most balloonists in the United States because of their safety. They are also cheaper and easier to manage than gas balloons. Despite the ease of operating a balloon, pilots must watch the weather carefully. Sport balloon flights are best early in the morning or late in the afternoon, when the wind is light. Over the years, balloonists have tried unsuccessfully to cross the Atlantic Ocean. It wasn't until 1978 that three American Balloonists succeeded. It took them just six days to make their trip from their homes in the United States to Paris, France. Their voyage captured the imagination of the whole world.Questions 13 to 15 are based on the passage you have just heard.13. Why are gas balloons considered dangerous? (B)14. What is the main reason that most balloonists use hot air balloons? (A)15. What would be ideal weather for flying a balloon? (C)


(1) Whenever we observe an event it is our nature to try to identify its cause. If (2) cause can't be immediately determined we often try to find variables (3) which are associated with the event in order to explain it. For instance, if water drops fall on our head, we (4) look up to see if it is raining. We (5) assume this kind of causal relationship between phenomena and are (6) ready to anticipate it. However, since cause (7) cannot be observed directly but is reasoned (8) from the closeness with the correlation of two things (9) in time and space, we are often left with trying to identify circumstances (10) which aid us in anticipating the correlation.


Sentence One: Machines will take the place of man in doing dangerous jobs.Sentence Two: The research group was faced with the necessity of finding new materials.Sentence Three: Our housing plans must keep in step with the increased demand of the people.Sentence Four: The doctor tried to convince his patient of the necessity of

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having an immediate operation.


Scientists have estimated that about ten men in every hundred suffer from color blindness in some way; women are luckier-- only one in two hundred is affected in this manner. Perhaps, it is better to be a woman if you don't want to suffer from color blindness.

Unit Fifteen


1. M: Why were you late for class this morning? W: I overslept and missed the bus. Q: Why was the woman late? (A)

2. W: How did you like the President's speech tonight? M: Unfortunately I got home too late tonight to watch it. Q: What are the two speakers talking about? (A)

3. M: Let's see if the basket ball game has started yet? W: Started? It must be clear who is winning by now. Q: What does the woman mean? (D)

4. W: Do you like to play chess? M: I like the game and I play often, but I never learned to play well. Q: What conclusion can be drawn from the man's reply? (B)

5. M: Have you bought Jim's birthday gift yet? W: I've found the baseball shoes, a shirt and a game, but not the bicycle. Q: Which of the following item has the woman not bought? (C)

6. W: In the shop, I thought this coat was green, but out here in the sunlight I see it's really blue. M: Yes, the bright yellow display lights in the shop make things look a little different, don't they? Q: What color is the coat? (B)

7. M: I heard you caught a cold. How are you doing today? W: I can't complain. At least I'm out of bed. Q: How is the woman today? (A)

8. W: Why are you giving me a ticket for speeding, officer? M: Can't you read? You drove 40 miles per hour, 10 over the limit.

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Q: What is the speed limit in this area? (C)

9. M: There's a limit of three books per person. W: Fine, I'll be certain to return them on time. Q: Where does this conversation probably take place? (D)

10.W: What are you going to major in? M: I think it'll either be mechanical engineering or civil engineering. My father wants me to be a lawyer, but I'd rather build bridges or things like that. Q: What does the man want to be? (D)


Passage One There is a strange area in the Atlantic Ocean called the Bermuda triangle. People have been fascinated by the Bermuda triangle for years, because of the mysterious disappearance of many ships and planes in the area. There is hardly any agreement about the cause of these disappearances, in fact, it is difficult to find any agreement about the boundaries of the area. Whereas most people argue that the triangle's northernmost point is Bermuda, its westernmost point is Florida, and its eastern point is the Coast of Africa, a few researchers prefer the northern point to be in the Boston area.

Questions 11 to 12 are based on the passage you have just heard.11. What does the speaker say has been lost in the Bermuda triangle? (B)12. Where is the Bermuda triangle? (D)

Passage Two Okay, everybody. Can we start the meeting now? I am Mike Johnson, the chairperson of the graduation committee for this year. You've all been selected as representatives to plan the graduation ceremonies. I am sending around the sheet of paper for you to fill in your name and telephone number. Also, please write down what part of the ceremonies you would like to work on. Remember, as a representative, you will have a lot of responsibilities. So, only sign up if you feel you have the time to participate. When everyone has finished writing down the information, please return the paper to me. At our next meeting, one week from today, we'll start to discuss the details of the ceremonies.

Questions 13 to 15 are based on the passage you have just heard.13. Who is the speaker? (C)14. What is the purpose of the meeting? (D)15. When is the next meeting? (B)


Electricity is such a part of our everyday lives and (1) so much taken for granted nowadays that we rarely think twice when we (2) switch on the light or turn on the radio. At night, (3)

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roads are brightly lit, enabling people and traffic to move freely. Neon lighting (4) used in advertising has become part of (5)the character of every modern city. In the home, many devices (6) are powered by electricity. Even when we turn off the bedside lamp and (7) are fast asleep, electricity is working for us, driving our refrigerators or (8) keeping our rooms air-conditioned. Every day, trains and buses take us (9) to and from work. We rarely bother to consider why or how they run (10) until something goes wrong.


Sentence One: There were bad days, but it was a pleasant summer, by and large.Sentence Two: Your analysis of sentence structure will only apply to certain languages.Sentence Three: This kind of analysis reduces the problem to its simplest form.Sentence Four: Children's bones and organs are very sensitive to radiation.


In country after country, talk of nonsmokers' right is in the air. While a majority of countries have taken little or no action yet, some 30 nations have taken measures to control smoking. Many laws have been introduced to help clear the air for nonsmokers, or to cut cigarette consumption.

Unit Sixteen


1. W: Do you ever think of changing your major to art? M: Every once in a while. Q: What does the man mean? (A)

2. W: It's hard to believe that half the class couldn't do all the exercises, isn't it? Charley. M: I'm afraid that says something about our physical fitness. Q: What does the man mean ? (C)

3. M: Do you think we should urge Bob to study Spanish? W: We'll have to leave that decision up to Bob. Q: What does the woman mean? (B)

4. M: I was shocked when I heard you'd finished your research project a whole month earlier. W: How I managed to do it is a mystery to me. Q: What does the woman mean? (A)

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5. M: This course wasn't supposed to be hard. W: But it surely turned out to be, didn't it? Q: What does the woman think of the course? (D)

6. W: Would you like to go mountain climbing with us? M: That's the last thing in the world that I ever want to do. Q: What does the man mean? (D)

7. M: I think I'm going to give up playing table tennis. I lost again today. W: Is that enough reason to quit ? Q: What does the woman suggest the man do? (C)

8. M: How would you like the way I've arranged the furniture in my living-room? W: Fine. But I think a few paintings on the wall could be added. Q: What does the woman suggest the man do? (A)

9. M: My project is in trouble because my partner and I have different ideas about it. W: You should try to meet each other half way. Q: What does the woman suggest the man do? (B)

10.W: Eggs are supposed to be one of the most healthful foods. M: Next to potatoes. Q: What does the man mean? (A)


Passage One Some men spend much of their time under water. They are called divers. If anything goes wrong with a ship below the waterline, a diver puts on his suit and goes down with his tools to repair the damage. He wears a special kind of suit made of rubber and canvas which keeps out the water.It covers his body from feet to neck but leaves his hands free. His sleeves end in watertight cuffs at the wrist. He put a heavy helmet connected with a tube which brings air from above the surface of the water. The helmet has windows and fastens to the neck of his suit. In order that the diver may sink, his suit is "padded" back and front with plates of lead and his shoes are filled with metal. His clothes weigh about 150 pounds. Would you like to be a diver, and perhaps go down to the bottom of the ocean to save the lives of men in a damaged submarine?

Questions 11 to 13 are based on the passage you have just heard.11. Where do divers spend much of their time? (D)12. What does the lecture say about the diver’s hands? (B)13. How much do a diver's clothes weigh? (C)

Passage Two One day in early 1920's a crowd was gathered to watch the airplanes. As one airplane was rolled out, a grandmotherly old woman asked if she could have a ride in it. Leaning on her

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cane, the thin old lady dressed in black made her way to the airplane. She was helped into the cockpit and then carefully strapped into the seat. The pilot went up to the nose of the plane and gave the propeller a turn. As she did so, her feet slipped and she fell flat. Before she could get up, with no one in it except Grandma, the plane went bouncing down the field, sailed into the air, and headed for a row of trees. Men gasped in horror.Woman screamed. The plane climbed above the trees and started for the stars, but rolled over on its back and fell toward the field. In the last few seconds it righted itself, ran across the field, and stopped. The little old lady was really a young woman who later became the famous commander of the Flying Tigers.

Questions 14 to 15 are based on the passage you have just heard.14. What can we learn about the lady? (A)15. What can be said about this story? (D)


The bicycle is the most popular means of transportation in China. It (1)plays an active part in Chinese people's daily life. (2)Most Chinese go to work or school by bicycle on the country roads it is not rare to (3)find bicycles with heavy loads. Compared with the car, (4)the bicycle has several advantages. First, it doesn't need any fuels, thus (5)it would neither pollute the air nor cost too much to maintain. Second, its price is (6)what the Chinese can afford, for it is much cheaper than a car. And it (7)may be beneficial to our health. However, too many bicycles (8)may also cause some problems. In China most traffic accidents are related to bicycles. (9)In rush hours, the riders often disobey the rules and (10)cause traffic jams.


Sentence One: I never thought I would have anything in common with GeorgeSentence Two: The students spoke highly of their English teacher.Sentence Three: Nothing has come of the meeting so far.Sentence Four: A museum was built over what was thought to be his house.Sentence Five: We fought hard in the course of unifying the state.


One type of test is called an objective test. It is intended to deal with facts, not personal opinions. To make up an objective test the teacher writes a series of questions, each of which has only one correct answer. Along with each question the teacher writes four answers, only one of them is correct.

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1. W: I certainly hope the library will be open this Saturday. M: This sign says library hours! Week days 8 a.m. to 9 p.m., on Saturday 9 to 5, closed Sunday. Q: When will the library be open on Saturday? (C)

2. W: I have been waiting here for two hours. Why did you take so long to park the car? M: I'm sorry dear. I had driven two blocks before I spotted a place to park. Q: What can we learn from the conversation? (B)

3. W: Look at the monkeys and zebras running around on the rocks together. M: Yes, their environment seems to suit them very well. Let's go over and see the bears

now. Q: Where are the man and the woman? (A)

4. W: Jane is really disappointed. She was expecting Bob provided four fresh fish for tonight's dinner. M: Too bad, but the waves were so high that Bob didn't even try to go out on the lake. Q: What had Bob intended to do? (A)

5. M: I don't think it's a mistake to have a big party. I like big parties. And we should pay back all our friends who invited us to their parties. W: But big parties are so impersonal, I think we should have several small ones instead. Q: How does the woman feel about parties? (C)

6. W: Remember to act naturally when you're on camera. M: How can I be natural in front of 10 million viewers? Q: What kind of camera are they talking about? (B)

7. M: Why didn't you pack your umbrella in your suitcase? Now we'll have to carry it on the airplane with us. W: I should have. The suitcase isn't too full, but I meant to keep it out as long as possible thinking it might rain on the way to the airport? Q: Why isn't the umbrella in the woman's suitcase? (B)

8. M: I want to borrow the book "Gone with the Wind". W: Ask Mary. She has almost everything. Q: What does the woman want the man to think about Mary? (C)

9. M: Isn't this classroom for English 471? W: This is History 625. English 471 is next door. Q: Which classroom is the man trying to find? (C)

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10.W: This copy of Roots costs $4.95, but that one is only $3.00. Why is it less expensive? M: The one for 3.00 was printed in England. Q: Which copy was most probably printed in the United States? (D)


Passage One Earthquakes are something that most people fear. There are some places that have few or no earthquakes. Most places in the world, however, have them regularly. Some places, like Iran and Guatemala, have them frequently. Countries that have a lot of earthquakes are usually mountainous. The most talked about earthquake in the United States was the one in San Francisco in 1964. It happened in Alaska. One of the worst earthquakes ever in China was in 1976. It killed over 655,000 people. The worst earthquake ever reported was also in China. Earthquakes are not the only acts of nature which people fear. Flood and tidal waves also cause people to be afraid. So do bad storms like typhoons and cyclones. Sometimes these things cause lots of deaths. In 1970 a cyclone and tidal wave killed over 200,000 in Pakistan.

Questions 11 to 12 are based on the passage you have just heard.11. How often do most places have earthquakes? (A)12. Which of the following is true about the 1976 earthquake ? (C)

Passage Two Australia is a big country. It lies southeast of Asia and is surrounded by the Pacific Ocean and the Indian Ocean. It measures 4,000 kilometres from west to east, 3,680 kilometres from north to south and covers an area of 8,000,000 square kilometres. The climate in Australia varies greatly. A small part of the northeast coast has a tropical climate with heavy rainfall and somewhat hot temperatures.Some parts have definite dry and wet seasons. Large desert areas with very little rainfall occupy central and western Australia. Of course, there are other types of climates in other areas of the continent Australia which is made up of six states and two territories. Canberra is the capital of the whole Australia.

Questions 13 to 14 are based on the passage you have just heard.13. What is the size of Australia? (A)14. Which of the following is not true ? (B)15. What is the weather like in Australia? (B)


In recent years India finds itself facing (1)a severe energy shortage on its homemarket. (2)There are many reasons behind this. First, low efficiency in energy consumption has (3)wasted much of its valuable energy, thus contributing to the shortage. (4)Next, its population has risen dramatically (5)over the past decade. As a result, there is an (6)increased

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demand for more energy. Finally, low rate of (7)investment in energy production fails to (8)turn out enough to meet the increasing need. Hence the shortage is never properly made up for. (9)Without an adequate solution to the current problems, the energy crisis is here to stay with India (10)for a long time to come.


Sentence One: Once in a while he goes to the cinema.Sentence Two: Under no circumstances will China be the first to use nuclear weapons.Sentence Three: The noise always interferes with my work.Sentence Four: She is always complaining of the hot weather there.Sentence Five: The book begins with an introduction to the subject.


As you know, the air in the city is not as fresh as that in the countryside. There are so many cars, buses and trucks in the street. They give off waste gas which is harmful to people's health. A curtain of smog often hangs over our city. It's worse to be near some chemical factories.They give off poisonous gas, so that you can't help coughing, nor can you hold back your tears.

Unit Eighteen


1. M: What's a pretty thing like you doing at such a dull party ? W: Well, I don't think that's very funny. I'm the hostess. Q: What's the woman's reaction? (C)

2. M: Don't push. No need to hurry. There're seats for everyone. W: But Sir, I've been waiting for a long time and my arms are tired with all these packages. I want to sit down on my way home. Q: Where does this conversation take place? (A)

3. W: I was amazed when I heard William played the piano. From the way he talked I thought he is just starting his lessons. M: No, that's the way he always talks. Q: What do we learn about William from this conversation? (A)

4. M: Madam, What's the trouble? W: My...My daughter's disappeared. She was standing there and...and put luggage down

over there and then I came back and she's gone and...and anywhere. I've been

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absolutely everywhere! Q: What's the woman's trouble ? (B)

5. W: Didn't Uncle Tom get elected? M: Don't be silly, he never ran.He wouldn't let his name stand. Q: Why wasn't Uncle Tom elected? (C)

6. M: Do you think we can get an extension on our term project? W: It's out of the question. The professor is going for a vacation as soon as the term's finished. Q: What does the woman mean? (B)

7. M: She wants to apply for the job, but she is really not qualified, I think. W: That's a pity. She seems so bright. Don't you think we could train her? Q: Why might the applicant receive training? (D) 8. W: We don't seem to have a reservation for you, Sir. I'm sorry. M: But my secretary said that she had made reservation for me here. I phoned her from the airport this morning. Q: Where did the conversation most probably take place? (B)

9. W: What terrible heat we are having now! M: June and July were bad enough, and I don't think the heat will be relieved before September. Q: During what month are they talking ? (C)

10.M: Don't worry about the meter, madam. It's broken. I'll charge you a flat two dollars for a ride. W: If the traffic is this bad everyday, it's worth twice as much. Q: What's the man's occupation? (A)


Passage One Arizona has been attracting health seekers for decades.It has many climates, which vary from the low, hot, dry desert country of Yuma County in the southwest to the high, cold, heavily timbered region of the Kaibab Forest, a difference of ten thousand feet or so in elevation. In the first, the temperature goes as high as 125 in the summer and in the second, as low as 25 below in winter. In one, the rainfall is as little as two to five inches and in the other, as high as thirty inches. But sunshine covers the whole state, 90 percent in the sunniest places to 73 percent in the cloudiest, and nearly everywhere humidity is low. While people sunbathe in the south, others are skiing in the north which in some years gets snowfalls as heavy as seventy inches.

Questions 11 to 12 are based on the passage you have just heard. 11. According to this passage what has been attracting people to Arizona? (D)

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12. What is the temperature in the summer in southwest Arizona? (B)

Passage Two How men first learnt to invent words is unknown; in other words, the origin of language is a mystery. All we realize is that men, unlike animals, somehow invented certain sounds to express thoughts and feelings, actions and things, so that they could communicate with each other; and later they agreed upon certain signs, called letters, which could be combined to represent those sounds, and which could be written down. Those sounds,whether spoken, or written in letters we call words. Words become filled with meaning for us by experience; and the longer we live, the more certain words recall to us the glad and sad events of our past; and the more we read and learn, the more words that mean something to us increase. Good writers are those who not only have great thoughts but also express these thoughts in words which appear powerfully to our minds and emotions.

Questions 13 to 15 are based on the passage you have just heard. 13. What is the origin of language ? (C)14. What is the reason for men to invent certain sounds to express thoughts and actions? (C)15. What is true about the words? (C)


The one-child-family policy has caused a new problem:" Little Emperors" (1)grow out of those families who make their children the centre of attention and (2)please them for no reason. Such children are badly spoilt. They (3)demand everything they happen to like. They even wear more expensive clothes than (4)their parents do. The parents have to toil and moil (5)to satisfy their material needs. These "suns" do not (6)promise us a bright future. In order to (7)prevent this bad trend, the society should be aware of the danger of it and (8)take measures to stop the situation going from bad to worse. (9)Children have to be taught to behave well, to be normal beings ready to (10)build their own ways of life.

Section IV Sentence DictationDirections: OmittedSentence One: If I failed in spite of my efforts, I wouldn’t give up.Sentence Two: A successful person must learn to pace himself correctly.Sentence Three: Given good health, I hope to finish the work this year.Sentence Four: We feel strange that large animals can get through such a small hole.Sentence Five: The students show great enthusiasm in pursuing the new learning.


Good science fiction does bear relation to the real world of science. It is on science that the description of many imaginary instruments, weapons, means of transportation,etc, is based. Moreover, the imagination in science fiction generally reflects the hope of human beings for new invention to improve their life.

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Unit Nineteen


1. M: I telephoned to see if you'd like to go to the movies this afternoon. W: I'd really like to but I just broke my glasses and I've got to do something about getting another pair before the shop closes. Q: What did the woman plan to do this afternoon? (D)

2. M: They're a little tight around the middle. Can you have them let out an inch or two? W: Yes, but I'll have to leave them. Alternations take two days. Q: Where did this conversation probably take place? (A)

3. M: Excuse me, madam. How do I get to the post office? W: Go four blocks down Brown Blevard and turn right onto the Third Avenue, go straight for two more blocks and it's the big building on the right. Q: What street is the post office on? (B)

4. M: I thought you had gone to the corner drugstore. W: I did, but the druggist had been robbed on his way to the store this morning. I had to hear all about that before I could get the medicine. Q: What did the woman say? (C)

5. M: John must be joking when he said he planned to sell his shop to go to medicine school. W: Don't be so sure. I don't know how many times he's told me he wished he'd studied some profession in stead of going into business. Q: What conclusion can we draw from the women's reply? (B)

6. W: I hear that you liked the play last night. I suppose your wife felt the same about it? M: No, as a matter of fact, we left at the intermission. Q: How did the man and his wife feel about the play? (B)

7. W: Tom is very nervous. Just yesterday he received his doctor's degree and in a few minutes he will be putting the ring on Sally's finger. M: He is also very happy. For Sally is a lovely bride. And tonight they are going to Hawaii on their honey moon. Q: When did this conversation probably take place? (C)

8. W: I am glad you finally went to see a doctor. What did he tell you? M: Well, he would not recommend any treatments or special medicines for me. All he prescribed was a rest for a few days. Anyway, I was relieved to hear no operation is necessary. Q: What did the doctor recommend? (D)

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9. W: Mary missed class again, didn't she? I wonder Why? M: Well, knowing she had been absent all week, I called this morning to see if she or some members of her family were sick. It seems her brother and his family have been visiting her, that's all. They live in Mexico . Q: Why was Mary absent from class? (C)

10.M: I wish I hadn't thrown away that list of books. W: I thought you might, so I took it from the waste paper basket. It's right here in my pocket book. Q: What do we learn about the list? (A)


Passage One After a busy day of work and play, the body needs to rest. Sleep is necessary for good health. During this time, the body recovers from the activities of the previous day. The rest that you get while sleeping enables your body to prepare itself for the next day. There are four levels of sleep, each being a little deeper than the one before. As you sleep, your muscles relax little by little. Your heart beats more slowly, and your brain slows down. After you reach the fourth level, your body shifts back and forth from one level of sleep to the other. Although your minds slow down, from time to time you will dream. Scientists who study sleep state that when dreaming occurs, your eyeballs begin to move quickly. If you have trouble falling asleep, some people recommend breathing very slowly and very deeply. Other people believe that drinking warm milk will help make you drowsy. There is also an old suggestion that counting sheep will put you to sleep.

Questions 11 to 12 are based on the passage you have just heard.11. Why do people need sleep? (C)12. Which of the following is true about people’s recommendation? (A)

Passages Two British people don't drink as much tea as they used to, but Great Britain still takes almost twenty-five percent of all world exports of the commodity.The world's largest producers of tea are India, China and Sri Lanka, with Kenya and Malawi increasing in importance. The quality of tea is affected by the climate, by the latitude at which it is grown and also by which part of the tea bush is plunked. In fact, flavour can even depend on which day the leaf is plunked. Processing tea is a complicated procedure. After the green leaf has been plunked, it is processed in a factory. Slowly and carefully, the tea is reduced to a small brittle particle, which is then dried and looks like the tea you see in a packet. The tea companies then rely on tasters to value the tea. This has to be done on a day-to-day basis because of fluctuations in quality.

Questions 13 to 15 are based on the passage you have just heard.13. How much tea do British people drink? (C)

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14. Which of the following affects the quality of tea? (A)15. Which of the following is not true ? (B)


(1)Choosing and pursuing a career is often difficult for many young people. Making such a decision is (2)quite similar to the situation when a stranger has to find his way in the downtown area of a big city. In a big city, there are many (3)roads and streets leading to different places. When one first comes into the city,(4)he may find it very difficult to choose which to take to arrive at his destination . He may well feel puzzled or (5)take the wrong or indirect road if there were no one to show him. (6)In the same way, when one needs to start a career, he is usually offered (7)many opportunities. He may be thinking of becoming a doctor or an engineer. Or he could have the chance to (8)exercise a teaching profession. Sometimes it is very hard for one to decide (9)what is the best for him. If he chooses a job which is (10)beyond his capability, he will find it boring or even feel that life is hardly bearable.


Sentence One: It is claimed that the new invention will revolutionize our life.Sentence Two: The earthquake is usually accompanied by a heavy rain.Sentence Three: These services are likely to be available before long.Sentence Four: She tried very much to conquer her feeling of nervousness.Sentence Five: I'm afraid my grandmother will not hold out through the winter.


The potato originated in Latin America. When the Spanish colonialists invaded Peru in 1530, pursuing gold, they didn't realize the treasure buried beneath their feet. Today, potatoes are produced everywhere in the world. Spain's glory has long been forgotten But the potato survives.The potato has conquered the world.

Unit Twenty


1. M: What made you decide to become a teacher? W: My father says "get your teaching degree and no matter what happens, you will always have something to fall back on." Q: What advice did the woman receive and from whom? (D)

2. M: Did you hear what Mr. Green said? It was something about the date when our book-

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reports would be due. W: He said we could hand them in whenever we had them done, but they must be in

November 13th, if not before. Q: When must the book-reports be given to Mr. Green? (A)

3. M: While you're at the library, Mary, will you get the books on this list for me? W: I'll look them up, Fred, and tell you which ones are in, but I don't want to take them out on my card. Q: What does Mary say she will do? (D)

4. M: Is there anything more to do before we go? W: I can't think of anything else. I've cleaned out the refrigerator and finished packing our clothes. You might telephone for a taxi while I lock the suitcases. Q: What did the woman ask the man to do? (B)

5. M: There may be a new law that says the more children one has, the less tax one has to pay. W: That should please Garol. She's expecting another child this month. Q: How would Garol's family be probably affected by the law ? (C)

6. M: We could go to the ball game this evening. Or would you rather eat in a restaurant and then see a movie? W: To tell the truth, I really can't go anywhere because I'm expecting an important phone-call from out of town. Q: Where will the woman most probably spend the evening? (D)

7. M: Do you know the people who live in that flat old house? W: There's a professor named Jones living in it now. He used to share it with his sister, a widow, but she's gone to live with her married daughter, I hear. Q: What did the woman tell the man about the old house? (A)

8. W: Oh dear, I gained at least 10 pounds in the last 3 months. None of my clothes fit me well. M: I wouldn't complain. You look much better. In fact, you can gain another 5 pounds and still look good. Q: What did the man think the woman ought to do? (D)

9. W: Your university seems quite new. How old is it? M: Well, its particular building was built only five years ago, but the school itself was built a century ago, in 1870. Q: How old is the university at the time of this conversation ? (C)

10.M: I wonder if I could borrow your dictionary, please? W: You certainly could if I had one, I gave my old one to my brother when he went away to school, and I haven't bought a new one yet. Q: What did the woman say about her dictionary? (A)

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Passage One It was not yet eleven o'clock when a boat crossed the river with a single passenger who had obtained his transportation at that unusual hour by promising an extra fare. While the youth stood on the landing-place searching in his pockets for money, the ferryman lifted a lamp, by the aid of which, together with the newly risen moon, he took a very accurate survey of the stranger's figure. He was a young man of barely eighteen years, evidently brought up in the country, and now as it seemed on his first visit to town.The youth, whose name was Robin, paid the boatman, and then walked forward into the town with a light step, as if he had not already traveled more than thirty miles that day. As he walked, he surveyed his surroundings as eagerly as if he were entering London or Mardrid, instead of the little town of a New England colony.

Questions 11 to 13 are based on the passage you have just heard.11. Why was the boatman willing to take Robin across the river? (A)12. Where was Robin brought up according to the passage? (C)13. Which place was Robin visiting? (D)

Passage Two Generally speaking, advertisements may be classified into three types according to the appeals they use. One type of advertisement tries to appeal to the consumer's reasoning mind. In selling a product, the truth of advertising may be less important than the appearance of truth. A scientific approach gives the appearance of truth. Another type of advertisement tries to amuse the potential buyer. Products that are essentially boring are often advertised in an amusing manner.One way of doing this is to make the products appear alive. Sometimes this kind of advertisements are silly, but they also tend to be amusing. Advertisers believe that consumers are likely to remember and buy products that the consumers associate with fun. Associating the product with something pleasant is the technique of the third type of appeal. In this class advertisements are suggested that the product will satisfy some basic human desires.

Questions 14 to 15 are based on the passage you have just heard.14. Why do manufactures take to advertising ? (C)15. By what criterion are advertisements divided into? (B)


City people now find that life in big cities is becoming harder. First of all, they are most concerned with (1)the serious pollution problem. For example, (2)the water they drink and the air they breathe every day are polluted. (3)As a result, their health has been greatly damaged. Next, they have to fight (4)a constant battle against shortages. Big cities with a huge population such as Shanghai are (5)troubled by this problem. The housing problem has (6)contributed considerably to the uneasiness which people feel from time to time. Further-

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more, they suddenly find themselves having only(7)a poor transportation system when they need to move (8)from one end of the city to the other. Traffic in rush hours is the worst of all. (9)Because of these worries which trouble them all the time, (10) more people today are willing to live in the suburbs or in the country.


Sentence One: In putting down with this cloth, be sure to allow for shrinkageSentence Two: He wrote the notes in the margin of the book.Sentence Three: The government has granted them a long-term loan.Sentence Four: The subject of the debate must be laid out clearly.Sentence Five: The doctor didn't hold out the hope of the patient's recovery.


Sonar equipment and underwater robots can be used to locate a sunken ship. Robots carry remote-controlled cameras and powerful lighting devices.There is a strong pressure under deep water. At the depth of 19,000 feet, every square inch of diving equipment feels the weight of 8,909 pounds of seawater pressing down on it._

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