89-95老老托福听力单句文本与答案对应汇总

1989年1月托福听力文字及对应答案PART A

1. I lent him a book. (B) He borrowed my book.

2. Bob wanted to be a doctor, but he became a teacher instead. (D) Bob is a teacher.

3. No one ever listens to a word I say. (C) People don't listen when I speak.

4. Gary's beginning to come around to my point of view. (A) Gary's starting to share my opinion.

5. Get to the movie theater by seven and you won't have to wait in the ticket line.

(C) If you go early, you can buy your ticket right away.

6. This biography isn't half as well - written as the last one I read.

(A) The last biography I read was much better than this one.

7. What a wonderful story! (A) The story is very enjoyable.

8. George helped himself to another piece of pie. (C) George took another serving of pie.

9. On the bookshelf in the office is a dictionary for everyone's use (A) Anybody can use the dictionary in the office.

10. I'd like a larger suitcase than this one. (D) This suitcase isn't large enough.

11. Bill and Mary were enraged when their meeting was cancelled. (D) Bill and Mary were angry about the cancellation.

12. How about keeping the noise level down in here? (A) You must try to be quieter.

13. They are getting along fine in their new school (C) They are doing well in school.

14. Typing the essay is the least of my worries. (D) Typing the essay is only a minor problem.

15. I didn't discourage Pamela from doing her art project. (A) I wanted Pamela to continue her project.

16. I suggest we keep the party for Beth as a surprise. (D) I don't think we should tell Beth about the party.

17.Sarah wanted to take a makeup exam. (B) Sarah hoped to take the test another time.

18. Are there enough assignment sheets to go around? (A) Does everyone have a copy of the assignment?

19. Wasn’t that the city bus th at'd just pulled away! (A) I think that was the city bus, don't you?

20. No one knows more about the subject than Polly. (C) She's well acquainted with the subject.

1989年5月托福听力文字及对应答案PART A

l. I've ordered a radio and the company is supposed to ship it this week. (B) The radio I ordered should be sent this week.

2. Laura has to make up the examination. (C) Laura must take the test.

3. You know who is going to be at the convention? (D) Have you any idea who will attend the convention

4. Because Susan was accepted by the state university, her brother Ben applied there too.

(B) Ben applied to the state university because Susan was accepted there.

5. It's lucky Tommy's ball didn't go through the window. (D) Fortunately, the ball didn't break the window.

6. You want me to make just one copy of this, right? (D) I understand you'd like a single copy of this.

7. How cheerful the room looks with so many colorful posters. (D) I understand you'd like a single copy of this.

8. Mike's coffee was cold. (A) Mike's drink was cold.

9. I can run this projector There’s really nothing to do it. (A) Running this projector is very easy for me.

10. We haven't enough flour to make bread. (D) We need more flour.

11. I’ve just got to get a new car. (C) I really need a new car.

12. Sandra set up a display for the town's local history week. (A) Sandra arranged an exhibit for history week.

13 There is no one who doesn't have an opinion about something. (C) Everyone has an opinion on something.

14. If I had the money to spare, I'd be happy to lend it to you. (D) I'm sorry I can't lend you the money.

15. The aroma of fresh pastry came to us from the kitchen. . (A) Someone was baking in the kitchen.

16. Bob usually gets along with us. (A) We find Bob agreeable most of the time.

17. Never before have I heard the professor gave such an interesting physics lecture.

(B) This was the professor's best lecture yet.

18. Barbara read so much that she can talk intelligently about almost any topic.

(A) Barbara is interesting to listen to because she reads a lot.

19. I don't expect he’ll get the job. (C) Someone else will probably get the job.

20. How do you account for it? (B) What's the explanation?

1989年8月托福听力文字及对应答案Part A

1. She never wakes up before her alarm goes off.(D) She always sleeps until the alarm clock wakes her.

2. There is a tax on clothing in some states. (C) In certain states clothes are subject to tax.

3. The training program was difficult, but she got a lot out of it. (B) She learned a great deal from the program.

4. He should be here in no time at all. (B) He'll probably arrive soon.

5. Only if she gets her scholarship, can Karen afford to go to college. (C) Without a scholarship, Karen couldn't go to college.

6. Ronald has to renew his passport because it is expired (B) He has to apply again for a passport.

7. I thought I was late, but my watch was ten minutes fast. (A) I was actually on time.

8. Answers to the math test came easily to everyone except Jerry. (C) Jerry had difficulty with the test.

9. I think you should avoid taking that course this term. (A) It would be better not to take the course.

10. I suspect that shopkeeper may be dishonest. (D) I don't think that shopkeeper is trustworthy.

11. There is a fine if the reserved library books are even one hour overdue.

(A) A fee is charged for reserved books returned even an hour late.

12. Leslie wants to graduate early, so this semester she is taking as many credits as her department will allow her to.

(B) Leslie has a heavier course load than usual this term.

13. How busy you've been the last a few days! (B) You've had a lot to do recently.

14. I wasn't given a copy of the catalog. (D) No one gave me a catalog.

15. Mike informed Susan about the school's NO SMOKING policy. (B) Mike talked to Susan regarding the new policy.

16. The president's speech was thought-provoking, wasn't it? (C) Don't you think the speech was stimulating?

17. Before long, we’d all gotten to know one anoth er. (A) We became friends quickly.

18. She didn't want to undo the work she had started. (D) She didn't want to start all over again.

19. The professor introduced himself to the new students. (C) The students met the professor.

20. That's the last thing I needed(C) I certainly didn't need that.

1989年10月托福听力文字及对应答案Part A

1. That's it for today; (C) That's all we'll do today.

2. Robert is stopping by the bank to cash a check. (B) Robert is going to the bank to get some money.

3. She's left to go shopping. (D) She's gone to buy some things.

4. Your pen needs a refill, doesn't it? (A) Don't you need a refill for your pen?

5. Everyone wants to take Professor Stanton's class. (A) Professor Stanton's course is very popular.

6. Why don't we get together for dinner sometime? (C) Let's meet for dinner one of these days.

7. Gary went to the dentist's about his broken tooth. (D) Why are the lectures held at four o'clock?

8. Have you ever seen so many people at one of these lectures before" (C) This lecture is really crowded.

9. You've got to do what is best for you. (A) Do what is most appropriate for you?

10. I just arrived, but my suitcases were put on a later plane. (D) My baggage will arrive on another flight.

11. He said the dormitory wasn't full, and it wasn't. (B) There are still vacant rooms.

12. Susan asked us to bring the slide projector. (D) We were supposed to bring the slide projector with us.

13. He lacks discipline in his study habits. (A) His study habits are poor.

14. The report is all ready to be typed. (B) The report can be typed now.

15. We'll pick you up tomorrow at eight come what may. (A) No matter what, we'll come for you tomorrow.

16. I wish the semester were over, but we still get a month to go. (B) I want the semester to end now.

17. You mean you paid only ten dollars for that huge stack of books? (C) You got a lot of books for your money.

18. That kind of problem isn't completely unknown. (A) That isn't a totally new kind of problem.

19. Professor Keen made us rewrite our essays in class. (A) We had to write our compositions over again.

20. I can’t believe you are not a physics major. (B) You certainly know a lot about physics.

1990年1月托福听力文字及对应答案PART A

1. I must have left my keys at my sister's house. (C) My keys are probably at my sister's house.

2. We need to arrive early for the graduation ceremony. (D) it’s necessary for us to arrive at the ceremony early.

3. Sarah spent twice as much time on computer as I do. (C) I use the computer half as much as Sara does.

4. Let's listen to what Robert has to say. (B) We should pay attention to Robert.

5. I told you two to cut it out. (A) Stop that!

6. No one in the world could you expect to find a harder worker than Lois. (C) Lois works very hard.

7. Dean Williams was invited by the college president to address the faculty.

(B) The president asked Dean Williams to speak to the faculty.

8. I'll have this finished in a little while. (A) Soon I'll be finished.

9. He's sick of his job. (A) He doesn't like his work.

10. Framed posters make interesting decorations, don't you think? (B) I believe framed posters are good for decorating.

11. That's precisely the kind of camera I brought with me. (A) I brought a camera just like that one.

12. If he’d only give our quizzes back. (C) We wish he would return our quizzes.

13. I didn't mean to cause you so much trouble. (A) I'm sorry to have inconvenienced you.

14. It's fun to sit in the students' section at the football game. (D) I enjoy sitting with the students at the game.

15. There will be someone at the airport to meet us, won't there? (C) I believe that we'll be met at the airport.

16. When will you ever learn! (C) Why do you keep on making the same mistakes?

17. I don't recall locking my suitcase. (D) As far as I know, my suitcase should be open.

18. To pay to see that movie would be foolish, when you can see it on television for nothing.

(A) If you can see the movie on television, why pay for it?

19. I didn't know that both reports were due today. (B) I thought only one report was due.

20. The classes should have shorter sessions. (C) The classes are too long.

1990年5月托福听力文字及对应答案PART A

1. Frank rented a car and drove to Dallas. (B) Frank drove to Dallas in a rented car.

2. I saw her practicing the violin. (B) She was practicing the violin when I saw her.

3. He came over to our house just the other day. (A) He recently visited us.

4. Sidney has a tooth removed. (C) The dentist pulled out Sidney's tooth.

5. How on earth can you believe that? (D) You don't really believe that, do you?:

6. The shop's closed for the night. (D) The shops are closed until tomorrow.

7. I thought you wouldn't come to class today. (A) I didn't think you would be in class.

8. Don failed physics and had to take it over. (D) He took physics again because he failed the first time.

9. No sooner had the storm started than all the lights went out. (C) The lights went off just as the storm began.

10. He's planning a graduation party for his sister on the 20th of the next month. (D) Next month on the twentieth is the party.

11. The bookstore is out of textbooks for French 102. (B) There are no more textbooks for French 102 in the bookstore.

12. I really need to brush up on my math. (B) I need to improve my math skills.

13. There is nobody on campus who doesn't know Irene. (B) Almost everybody knows Irene.

14. He has a job on the side, preparing the laboratory every day for the next experiment.

(A) He has part-time work in the laboratory.

15. I can't deny that I was awful in the play. (A) I must admit that my performance was bad.

16. Gloria has been knocking herself out on the project. (C) Gloria has been working very hard on the task.

17. You are going to finish school this semester, aren't you? (A) Won't you be finished with school after this semester?

18. Prof. Jenkins suggested that I use her name as a reference. (C) Professor Jenkins will recommend me.

19. Shouldn't we be thinking about leaving for work? (A) Isn't it time we went to work?

20. Lorraine's family was pleased by her thoughtful gift. (A) Lorraine gave her family a gift they liked.

1990年8 月托福听力文字及对应答案PART A

1. She used to live in a dormitory, but now she has her own apartment(B) She has moved out of the dormitory.

2. We'll probably be late for the concert, won't we? (D) I think we'll miss the beginning of the concert.

3. I' d better not go to bed because I haven* t finished my chemistry assignment. (B) I have to stay up to finish my chemistry.

4. 1 always forget people's names at parties. (C) It's hard for me to remember a person's name at a party.

5. You gave me the right address for Bill's apartment, didn't you? (B) I hope you gave me Bill's correct address.

6. Just down the street is a nice little gift shop. (D) There is a gift shop nearby.

7. The snack bar has fresh fruit, right? (A) Doesn't the snack bar sell fresh fruit?

8. There are big sales going on in the department stores downtown this week according to Charlie.

(C) Charlie told us about the sales in the stores downtown.

9. There is not a single cloud in the sky this afternoon. (B) It's sunny day today.

10. Not one student in my class has studied painting before. (C) Nobody in the class has ever had any painting lessons.

11. Behind the lecture hall is a small parking lot. (C) The lecture hall is in front of a parking lot.

12. Lucy was offered a scholarship by the university that was her first choice.

(A) Lucy got a scholarship to the University of her Choice.

13. Barbara discovered she was ineligible for the song contest. (D) She found out she couldn't enter the contest.

14. Ted once worked there but no longer does. (D) He doesn't work there anymore.

15. She replaced the broken pane of glass. (B) She fixed the window.

16. I guessed the right answer. (B) I got the correct answer by chance.

17. I've promised to take Cathy some of this delicious tea. (A) I said I'd take some of this tea to Cathy.

18. Mary Ann, that's who makes the best soup. (C) Mary Ann makes outstanding soup.

19. The last person I want to see Is Jeff. (A) I don't want to see Jeff at all.

20. Sarah used to teach psychology, but now she is a corporate statistician (D) Sarah has a different job now.

1990年10月托福听力文字及对应答案PART A

1. Pat dropped the letter in the mailbox. (C) Pat mailed the letter.

2. Fred gave the right answers to the question the instructor asked. (C) Fred's answers were correct.

3. The trip was a wonderful experience, don't you agree? (B) Wasn't the trip marvelous?

4. He ate two of them. (A) He had two to eat.

5. Cheryl rarely goes with the group to the Saturday night dances. (D) Cheryl seldom goes to the dances with the group.

6. She has to buy a book bag for school.(A) She needs something to carry her schoolbooks in.

7. I’ve decided to hang on to my textbooks form last year. (C) I'm keeping my old textbooks.

8. Carol works as a nurse, but she would rather teach. (B) Carol wishes she were a teacher.

9. If only this rain would stop. (B) I'm tired of the rain.

10. Twelve people came, but half left early. (A) Six people left before the end.

11. Through that door, you will find someone to help you. (C) You can get someone to assist you if you go in that door.

12. Max felt sick and stayed home from school. (B) Max missed school because he was sick.

13. Everyone except Carrie voted for an exam instead of a paper. (D) Everyone but Carrie preferred having an exam.

14. This tomato plant is still immature. (D) The tomato plant isn't completely developed.

15. I’m supposed to turn south at the corner, right? (C) Shouldn't I turn south at the corner?

16. Steve wanted a pair of table lamps, but got a floor lamp instead.

(A) Steve bought a floor lamp, though he'd planned to buy table lamps.

17. I don't need to tell you to come alone, do I? (B) You know you should come by yourself, don't you?

18. He’ll turn his back on me if I ask for money. (A) When I need money, he won't help.

19. I signed up for a month long course, but Kary signed up for one, that’s eight weeks long.

(B) My course is half as long as Katy's.

20. He misread the recipe, so the stew he made tasted terrible. (D) He didn't follow the recipe for the stew.

1991年1月托福听力文字及对应答案PART A

1. I couldn't hear her name clearly. (C) It was hard to hear her name.

2. I wouldn't mind having a roommate. (D) Having a roommate is all right with me.

3. Little did she realize that the present was for her. (D) She didn’t know that the present would be for her.

4. I wonder if you could shut the door. (A) Could you please close the door?

5. We just can't get over the fact that Ted and Margie got married. (B) The fact that they got married still amazes us.

6. I wish I had more time to spend with you. (A) it’s too bad we have so little time together.

7. I used to watch a lot of TV, but now I can't stand it. (A) Although I used to watch television a lot, I hate it now.

8. On your right is the information booth. (D) You can get information over on the right.

9. He fell down and hurt himself. (C) He was injured.

10. What a long bus ride this is! (C) This bus ride takes a very long time.

11. Jane wants to buy that painting? (B) Does Jane really wish to purchase that painting?

12. Ruth liked Henry's watch so much that he bought himself one exactly like it. (D) Russ got a wat ch just like Henry’s

13. You’ll come right on time, won't you? (C) Please try to be prompt.

14. Carrol was told that she had gained the top score. (A) Carol did better than anyone else.

15. Students outnumbered teachers at the rally. (A) Carol did better than anyone else.

16. No one could keep him from speaking. (C) He couldn’t be prevented from speaking.

17. The sea's very calm. (B) The water isn't rough.

18. She stopped feeling the ducks at the park. (D) She no longer gives the ducks food.

19. I can't risk not telling him. (B) I have to tell him.

20. Jeff and Alan share a common outlook or life. (A) They think alike.

1991年5月托福听力文字及对应答案PART A

1. Emily and Joe are medical students, aren't they? (A) I think Emily and Joe are studying medicine.

2. The conductor of the symphony orchestra was terrific. (B) The orchestra's conductor was excellent.

3. Ned wasn't invited to the party. (D) No one asked Ned to the party.

4. I have the store deliver the packages to my house. (C) The store sent the packages to my house.

5. There is no sport I enjoy more than swimming. (A) Swimming's my favorite sport.

6. You’llfind her number listed in the telephone book. (C) Her number is in the directory.

7. Too bad you didn't make a hotel reservation. (A) You should have reserved a room.

8. The editor should have completed their work earlier. (B) The editors were late in finishing.

9. The dormitory laundry service gives out clean sheets each week, doesn’t it?

(D) Aren't clean sheets provided in the dormitory weekly?

10. If I'd remembered to check the mailbox, I might have found your note.

(A) Since I forgot to look in the mailbox, I missed your note.

11. Irene’s grades enabled her to earn a scholarship. (D) She received a scholarship because of her grades.

12. John doesn't think they've left the office yet. (D) He thinks they're still at the office.

13. No sooner had I started to type my paper than the telephone rang. (C) Someone called just as I started to work.

14. The fire was prevented from spreading because of Sandra's quick action. (A) Sandra stopped the fire from spreading.

15. I went for a walk to wake myself up. (C) I was feeling sleepy and so I took a walk.

16. Don’t you think it would be wise to review how much we've spent to date? (B) We should total our expenses up to now.

17. The committee was selected by the college faculty. (B) The college faculty chose the committee members.

18. Standing next to Paul is the dean of admissions. (C) The dean is standing beside Paul.

19. The door banged shut. (D) The door closed loudly.

20. Peter’s job search was unsuccessful. (B) Peter was unable to find a job.

1991年8月托福听力文字及对应答案PART A

1. The bank granted her loan to cover her school expenses. (C) She borrowed money from the bank to pay her school fees.

2. Bill thanks for picking up the books for me. (D) I appreciate your getting my books, Bill.

3. She said the demonstration begins at 8 o’clock, didn’t she? (C) I understand the demonstration will be at eight o'clock.

4. Linda took night classes for ten years and eventually got her degree. (C) It took Linda ten years to earn her degree.

5. Automobile pollution is a far greater problem than industrial waste. (B) Cars pollute more than industry does.

6. I’m used to getting up early. (C) I usually get up early.

7. Mary said she wanted to live by herself. (A) Mary doesn't want a roommate.

8. Red lettering on signs is much more noticeable than blue. (B) Blue print is less eye-catching than red print.

9. He stood up for what he thought was right. (B) He defended his point of view.

10. I’d like to skip the meeting, but I can't just not go. (C) I'll go to the meeting even though I don't want to.

11. I couldn't get David to tell where he's going on vacation. (A) David wouldn't tell me where he will spend his vacation.

12. The radio is too loud only for Ben. (D) Just Ben thinks the radio is too loud.

13. Let’s leave the ear at home and walk to town for a change. (D) I'd rather walk than drive today.

14. Kevin raced through the station, afraid he'd miss the train. (B) Kevin didn't want to miss the train, so he ran to catch it.

15. If we hadn't made the wrong turn, we’d have been on time. (D) We're late because we went the wrong way.

16. Better than half the class was absent. (D) More than half of the students were not in class.

17. People from the television station have requested the viewers to send in their suggestions.

(A) The television station staff has asked for viewers' ideas.

18. Although John would never believe it, I did try to return his telephone call. (C) I really tried to call John back.

19. Lunch wasn't at all appealing today. (C) I didn't think today's lunch looked very good.

20. Robert tends to keep his opinions to himself. (D) Robert seldom tells people what he's thinking.

1991年10月托福听力文字及对应答案PART A

1. The radio works well only in clear weather. (C) The radio doesn't work in bad weather.

2. Actually, I don't think Jane's busy now. (A) I believe Jane's free at the moment.

3. Gary has to face the facts. (B) He had to accept the truth.

4. If I'd known the bank would be closed today. I would have gone there yesterday. (D) I didn't go to the bank yesterday.

5. In computer programming, Susan is head and shoulders above the rest of us.

(A) Susan is much better than we are in this subject.

6. She is a first-year law student. (C) She's just begun her legal studies.

7. For the next half hour, we will work out in the gym. (C) We will be exercising in the gymnasium for 30 minutes.

8. When will these pictures be ready? (A) I've waited too long for the pictures.

9. Jane was taught to drive by her brother. (B) He taught her how to drive.

10. Philip's never been seen wear a tie. (D) He doesn't seem to ever wear a tie

11. I must have left my office keys at home because I can't find them anywhere. (B) I forgot to bring my keys.

12. Wasn't it the best meal you ever ate! (C) The food was delicious, don't you agree?

13. We won't start a new lesson before next week. (D) There will be no new lesson this week.

14. You took the bus to get here right? (B) I understand you came by bus.

15. I am afraid that Alan is not up to such a difficult task. (D) I doubt that Alan can do the job.

16. My cousin, who is a geography teacher, helped us plan out trip. (C) We received advice about our trip from my cousin.

17. Dian was too excited to sit quietly and kept pacing the floor. (D) She couldn't hide her excitement.

18. Robert wants to take up drawing. (A) He's interested in learning how to draw.

19. He got bored playing cards last night; so he left early. (C) He did not stay for the entire evening.

20. May I have a package of safety pins please? (C) Would you please give me safety pins.

1992年1月托福听力文字及对应答案PART A

1. Jack introduced us to his parents (D) We met his mother and father.

2. I finished the assignment a week ago. (B) My assignment was completed last week

3. We didn’t think you would mind C) We didn't expect it to bother you..

4. Do go ahead with your dessert. (A) Please eat your dessert.

5. He was extremely angry but didn't let it show. (B) He was hiding his feelings.

6. Aren’t your clever to figure that out! (A) How smart you are to find the answer to that!

7. Ann rides her bike to work to save money on bus fare. (B) Anne saves money by riding her bike to work

8. My marks are higher than I thought they’d be. (B) I didn't think my marks would be this good.

9. Alex will call before he comes, won’t he? (C) Will Alex phone before coming?

10. The club president announced that each member has a quota of ten tickets to sell for the talent show.

(B) Everyone in the club should sell at least ten tickets

11. We should include these figures in the report, I think. (C) I believe the report ought to include this information.

12. Now that I finally turned in my thesis, I plan to take it easy for a while. (C) I'm going to rest after all that hard work

13. I don't think I heard her name mentioned before. (D) That name isn't familiar to me.

14. No one came to the school play. (C) Nobody went to see the play.

15. If only you told me sooner. (B) You should have informed me earlier.

16. I’ve got to get going on my research project. (D) It's time to start my research project

17. The actors received a standing ovation for their performance. (C) The audience stood up and applauded.

18. A friend bought Doris's painting. (D) Doris' friend bought her painting

19. Everyone thinks Carlo is a very outgoing fellow. (D) He's very friendly.

20. I was late coming back from lunch today. (D) I look a longer lunch break today

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1992年5月托福听力文字及对应答案PART A

1. We tried calling Ken, thinking he'd be home. (B) We expected Ken to answer the phone.

2. She doesn't know we finished the experiment. (A) She thinks we haven't finished.

3. Didn’t she handle her presentation well (B) She gave a good presentation

4. I don't know Maxine although we went to the same university. (C) I never met Maxine when we were at college.

5. At the end of the street is a bookstore where you can buy used books. (B) You can get secondhand books in that store.

6. If he'd only asked me for help I'd have done my best for him. (A) I'd have been happy to help if he'd asked me.

7. The shoe polish doesn't match the shoes. (A) The shoe polish is the wrong color.

8. You’ll have to get another chair from the living room. (C) You'll have to bring another chair in here.

9. I had a piece of Carla's birthday cake although I usually don't like dessert. (D) It was unusual that I ate some cake.

10. Here take this pill, don’t chew it. (D) Swallow this tablet.

11. I can't finish what I’m working on until I have your research result. (A) I need your data before I can finish my work.

12. Never have I heard such an unconvincing explanation (B) I just can't accept this reasoning.

13. He used to walk to work when he lived in town. (D) He lived within walking distance of his work

14. I saw the pitcher of water about to full, but I couldn't reach it in time. (B) I couldn't prevent the pitcher from falling.

15. It seems as if the bakery has been closed for months, even though it's only been two weeks.

C) It seems like a long time since the bakery closed

16. I would have gone to the movie if I'd known what was playing. (C) Since I didn't know what movie was playing, I didn't go.

17. I can't see the need for a car. B) A car doesn't seem (necessary

18. Roy asked the dean to waive certain requirements. (B) Roy wanted exemption from some of the requirement

19. I turned off the lights, all ready for bed. (B) I was ready to get in bed and go to sleep

20. It’s unnecessary to take tests in a course you audit. (A) If you audit a course, you don't have to take the tests.

1992年8月托福听力文字及对应答案PART A

1. She learned to use the computer on her own. (C) She taught herself how to use the computer.

2. The art history class is one I never miss (B) I always attend the art history class..

3. Carolyn’s favorite sport used to be golf, but now it’s tennis. (B) Carolyn now likes tennis more than golf

4. You returned the book this morning, right? (D) I believe you brought the book back already

5. She was about to go to sleep when the phone rang. (A) The phone rang just before she fell sleep.

6. The game was tied until John scored the winning point. (D) John's point won the game

7. To act as rudely as Mark did is unforgivable. (C) Mark was so rude that he cannot be forgiven.

8. I just sat there and ate, too hungry to say a word. (D) I was too hungry to talk.

9. From now on, I refuse to put up with your silliness. (D) I won't tolerate your foolish behavior anymore

10. They should look for that magazine at the newsstand. (B) The newsstand probably has the magazine.

11. The flowers in the window really brighten my spirits. (C) I like the flowers because they make me feel better.

12. If I'd brought a second pen, I wouldn't have to borrow yours(C) I wish I'd brought another pen.

13. Don’t you think Mike will succeed in the organic chemistry course? (A) Do you agree that Mike will do well in his course?

14. The school bus drivers are handing our schedules. (B) The drivers are distributing information.

15. If he had just paid more attention this morning. (D) He should have been more attentive.

16. We reached home while it was still light outside. (C) We came home before dark.

17. To think she's been here six weeks already. (A) It doesn't seem as though she's been here that long.

18. You will be able to meet these people by and by. (D) You will get to know them in a short while.

19. It took Mary twice as long as usual to drive to work. (D) Mary usually gets to work in much less time

20. I want to see the view, too. (B) Please let me see the scenery

1992年10月托福听力文字及对应答案Part A

1. Switch off the light, would you? (D) Turn off the light, please

2. We finished painting the furniture last month. (C) The work was completed last month

3. I can find only one of my shoes. (A) I can't find one of my shoes

4. Don't you just love this ice cream! (A) Isn't this ice cream delicious?

5. We had to wait for the bus in the rain (A) We stood in the rain until the bus came.

6. The game will be in the gym, I will meet you there. (D) I'll see you at the gymnasium

7. That name just doesn't ring a bell with me. (B) I don't recognize that name

8. Jane looks exhausted, but she's just slept ten hours. (D) She's had a lot of sleep, but she still looks tired

9. They are expecting us at five. (D) We are meeting them at five o'clock

10. In no way do I blame you for what happened. (B) It wasn't your fault.

1989-1995老老托福听力Part A单句文字材料及对应正确选项

11. Professor Stone agreed to let us turn our papers in on Monday instead of Friday.

(C) She is allowing us to submit our papers later

12. Bruce and Chuck are twins, can't you tell? (C) Isn't it obvious that Bruce and Chuck are twins?

13. The concert seems to be over almost as soon as it started. (A) Time passed quickly at the concert.

14. If I'd only remembered to lock the door. (D) I wish I had locked the door

15. We stopped at the snack bar for a bite to eat. (C) We ate at the snack bar.

16. Weren't they good teaching assistants! (B) Don't you agree that they were good teaching assistants?

17. Lisa bought some rug cleaner at the supermarket. (C) She purchased a product for cleaning rugs.

18. They missed not only the first train but the second one as well. (D) They missed the first two trains.

19. Bonnie really has a way with words. (B) Bonnie has a talent for expressing her ideas

20. It never fails, plan a big picnic and it's sure to rain.

(A) Whenever we plan a picnic, we always seem to have had weather.

1993年1月托福听力文字及对应答案Part A

1. Ed, move that chair, will you? (C) Please move the chair Ed

2. Diane looks up to her teacher. (A) Diane respects her teacher.

3. I left my grocery list at home (B) I didn't bring my shopping list with me.

4. The novel is better than I had expected it to be. B) The novel is surprisingly good.

5. He didn't do the work alone. (A) Someone assisted him with the work.

6. What is there left to do before the end of the day? (C) What still needs to be done today?

7. Formal dress was not required. (B) There was no need for us to get dressed up

8. I rarely eat meat. (A) I seldom have meat.

9. Rita got her roommate to help her with the packing. (A) Rita's roommate helped her to pack.

10. The only drawback to your plan is the expense. (B) Your plan will cost too much.

11. Last night I tossed and turned in bed, too exhausted to sleep. (D) I was overtired and couldn't sleep

12. How can we be out of salt? I bought some only last week? (C) I bought salt a few days ago; it can't be finished yet.

13. Let's not make them do all the work. (C) I bought salt a few days ago; it can't be finished yet.

14. She went back to classes right after she was released from the hospital.

(A) She left the hospital and resumed her classes.

15. They disconnected our telephone this morning. (A) Our phone service was turned off.

16. Lois finally overcame her fear of public speaking this evening. (B) Lois is not afraid to give a speech now

17. You had work won't go unrewarded. (D) You'll be well repaid for working so hard

18. To be honest, I didn't think much of the play. (D) In my opinion the play was not very good

19. The professor asked us to look over our papers for mistakes. (B) She wanted us to review our own papers

20. Few people sat through the entire movie. (B) Most of the people left before the movie was over

1993年5月托福听力文字及对应答案Part A

1. You like researching term papers? (C) Do you actually enjoy doing the research?

2. I feel as though I've got a fever, but my temperature was normal(A) I feel hot, but I don't have a fever..

3. I can't believe how good the new furniture looks. (D) The furniture is more attractive than I expected

4. Solving the puzzle is easy for everyone except Michael. (B) Michael was the only one who had trouble solving the puzzle

5. It's a great day to go for a drive, don't you think? (D) We should go driving today.

6. In spite of himself, he couldn't stopping eating. (B) He didn't stop eating, although he wanted to

7. George likes running more when he has a partner. (A) George prefers to run with a friend.

8. The students can register for the course during the first class. (C) Students can sign up at the first class

9. Won't Lynn be sorry she didn't go to the seminar! (D) Lynn will regret missing the seminar

10. He'd take his responsibilities as class president seriously, wouldn't he?

(B) Don't you believe he would be a responsible class president?

11. Peggy proved herself to be a fine student. (D) Peggy demonstrated her ability as a student.

12. I don't believe you understand my question. (B) I don't think you know what I mean.

13. My aunt is about to publish her third book. (C) My aunt's book will be published soon.

14. The restaurant won't reopen until the renovation's completed. (A) The restaurant will remain closed for remodeling.

15. If I'd known he was driving downtown, I'd have asked him for a ride.

(C) I didn't ask him for a ride since I didn't know he was driving

16. Is there room for one more at this table? (A) Can another person fit at this table?

17. If we leave home at eight, we should get there in plenty of time. (B) Eight o'clock is a good time to start out.

18. You are asking what I think about this proposal? (D) Would you really like to have my opinion?

19. Please drop me a line when you get a chance. (B) I hope you'll write to me if you can

20. The school infirmary doesn't stock prescription medicines at this time. (C) Prescriptions can't be filled at the infirmary

1993年8月托福听力文字及对应答案Part A

1. I'm about to go swimming. (A) I plan to swim soon.

2. He doesn't like to drive at night unless he has to. (D) He drives to go for a drive later

3. I can't get used to this hot weather. (C) I'm not accustomed to the heat.

4. I preferred to sit in the aisle seat. (B) I like sitting next to the aisle

5. Didn't the summer just fly by! (B) The summer seemed to pass

6. No sooner had I turned on TV than the phone rang. (D) The phone rang the moment I turned on the TV

7. The bookstore's out of lined notebook paper. (C) There's no more lined notebook paper in the bookstore

8. No one understands cameras better than Mary. (C) Mary is a camera expert.

9. My father makes me promise to study hard. (A) I had to promise my father I'd study

10. They can't go to Europe this summer because of college expenses. (D) The cost of college has kept them from travelling

11. You haven't gone to the dean yet? (A) I'm, surprised you haven't seen the dean by now.

12. Cathy is running out of time on her project. (A) There's little time lest for Kathy to finish.

13. The meeting shouldn't take more than ten minutes or so. (D) We don't expect the meeting to be very long

14. She was afraid she'd miss her class. (D) She thought she might not arrive in time.

15. What a week this has been! (A) This has been an extraordinary week

16. Nancy got Ann to answer the phone for her. (C) Nancy asked Ann to take the call

17. I can't deny that what you say may have some basis in fact. (A) What you say might be partially true.

18. Masmi's looking into the possibility of getting a loan. (A) He is thinking about borrowing money.

19. Carl was broke after his vacation. (B) He had no money left after vacation.

20. You need to spell out clearer instructions for me. (A) I must have directions that are easier to understand.

1993年10月托福听力文字及对应答案Part A

1. She dropped off to sleep in the chair instead of getting up and going to bed. (D) She slept in the chair rather than the bed

2. Tuition has nearly doubled in the last five years (A) Tuition is almost twice what it was five years ago.

3. Won't you please get in that line? (A) Please stand in that line

4. If I only saved more money. (A) I wish I had saved a larger amount of money.

5. The meeting has been postponed until further notice. (D) The meeting will be held at a later date

6. They used to eat in the cafeteria, but now that they have an apartment, they cook at home.

(B) They prepare their own meals these days.

7. Just between you and me, I think Jeff's sister swims better than he does. (B) Jeff does not swim as well as his sister

8. None of the people who applied for the job has the required credentials. (A) We didn't find one qualified applicant

9. They won't have gone to the gym without us. (A) I doubt they'd leave for the gym without us

10. I wish I had tried these shoes and see if they fit. (C) I should have made sure these shoes fit me.

11. Ann rides her bike to work to save money on bus fare. (B) Anne saves money by riding her bike to work.

12. Not one came to the school play. (C) Nobody went to see the play.

13. It's been a year since I last saw my old roommate. (C) I saw my former roommate a year ago

14. There aren't as many trees as there used to be. (C) There are fewer trees here now

15. Never have I heard such a ridiculous excuse. (D) That is the silliest excuse I ever heard

16. I pull down the shad to darken the room. (D) I wanted to have less light

17. I was late coming back iron lunch today. (D) I took a longer lunch break today

18. The actors received a standing ovation for their performance. (C) The audience stood up and applauded

19. The candidate was speechless overwhelmed by the size of the crowd.

(A) Surprised by the large audience the candidate was unable to speak.

20. I lent him my car for the day. (B) I let her borrow my car

1994年1月托福听力文字及对应答案Part A

1. Today is the last day to register for the class, isn't that right? (A) Doesn't registration for the class end today?

2. The bill arrived from the bookstore a week ago. (B) The bill came seven days ago

3. Did David show up at the game? (C) Did David appear at the game?

4. Under the window is the new heating unit. (D) The heater is below the window

5. Mary used to enter all the races, but now she's given up running.

(B) Mary used to race regularly, but she doesn't run anymore

6. This sauce is sweeter than I prefer. (B) It's too sweet for me

7. Let's work at home this week. (A) Why don't we do our work at home this week?

8. You will come to the art exhibit, won't you? (D) I hope you're coming to the art show.

9. My sister lent me some change. (C) I borrowed some money from my sister

10. As soon as Larry gets here, we'll leave for class. (B) We'll go to class when Larry comes

11. I can't help thinking it was all my fault. (D) I guess I'm to blame

12. Terry and Chris take notes for him. (C) Chris took notes for Terry

13. The salesperson misread the price tag (A) He didn't read the amount correctly

14. It pays to take a look at the laboratory manual before a class. (B) It's a good idea to study the manual before class.

15. We couldn't be more pleased by the pictures. (A) We're delighted with the pictures.

16. I really felt the movie was a waste of money, didn't you? (C) I didn't think the movie was worth the money

17. If only he'd drive more slowly. (D) I wish he wouldn't drive so fast.

18. The dean herself phoned the registrar's office. (A) It was the dean who called the registrar

19. Jane's essay was criticized by a famous author. (C) A well-known writer reviewed what Jane wrote

20. Don't tell me you're going out again. (A) You certainly do go out a lot

1994年5月托福听力文字及对应答案Part A

1. Frank likes his coffee black, but Sarah takes hers with cream and sugar. (B) Unlike Sarah, Frank takes his coffee black

2. The start of the football game has been delayed an hour. (C) The game will start later than expected

3. Another lab report, that's what I have to do over the weekend. (D) I must work on a lab report this weekend.

4. I've discarded the old paper. (B) I got rid of the old papers

5. It'll take me only three minutes to duplicate a key like that. (A) I can reproduce the key in a short time

6. The speaker showed up late for his statistics lecture. (D) He arrived late for his lecture.

7. I almost thought you were someone else with that short haircut. (B) That new hairstyle makes you look like a different person

8. No matter how hard he tries, he doesn't seem to get anywhere. (D) He works hard, but without results.

9. My sister detests rock music. (D) She strongly dislikes rock music

10. This computer is driving me up the wall. (D) I'm frustrated with the computer.

11. This is supposed to be fiction but I think the author has drawn on her own experience.

(B) The author has included some of her life in the book

12. Despite chilly weather, we royal fans enjoyed every second of the outdoor concert.

(B) We had a good time even though it was cold

13. I got the time mixed up and went to the wrong class. (C) I was confused about my class schedule

14. Only breakfast will be served at the cafeteria during the holidays.(B) The cafeteria will be open for just one meal

15. He climbed those steps?(D) Are there the stairs he climbed?

16. The place in the book was marked by a sheet of paper. (A) A piece of paper marked the page.

17. The new school is nowhere near finished yet. (B) There's a lot more to do on the new school.

18. No sooner had we begin having dinner than the doorbell rang.

(A) We had hardly eaten anything when we heard the doorbell ring

19. I expect to have the papers ready to sign by this afternoon. (C) The documents can be signed later today

20. Her discovery was critical in the development of the vaccine. (C) The vaccine couldn't have been created without her

1994年8月托福听力文字及对应答案

1. Don't forget to go to the bank on Thursday because Friday is a holiday.

(C) Go to the bank Thursday because the next day is a holiday.

2. Can we get this tape recorder repaired? (C) Can someone fix this tape recorder?

3. I thought Steve was very disagreeable during dinner last night. (D) Steve was unpleasant yesterday evening.

4. She doesn't know what to do with her time today. (B) She has no plans for today

5. It used to take Betty months to finish reading a book, but now she gets through one a week

(B) Betty has become a faster reader..

6. The visitors asked us to recommend a restaurant that isn't too far away.

(A) The visitors were looking for a place nearby to eat

7. Mark likes to spend time with his friends. (C) Mark enjoys the company of his friends

8. It will be ten minutes till the basketball game starts. (D) The game won't begin for ten more minutes.

9. The paintings in Mrs. Peterson's collection are irreplaceable. (C) Her paintings cannot be replaced

10. He was approached by three companies with job offers, but he turned them all down.

(D) He decided not to accept several job offers.

11. He was too restless to sit still. (D) he could not stay still because he was so nervous

12. He ran out in such a hurry that he forgot his coat. (C) He rushed and left his coat behind.

13. A store downtown has the same pair of shoes on sale. (B) Those shoes are cheaper at another store

14. Donna should save a breath because she can't convince her friends.

(B) Donna shouldn't bother to try to change her friends' opinions

15. All we did was to listen to him go on and on about his trip to Washington.

(D) We had to listen as he told us all the details of his trip.

16. It looks as though we've run out of computer paper. (C) I think all the paper is gone

17. I'm not sure how much longer I'll be living a t home. (A) I don't believe they've registered for camp

18. I'm not sure how much longer I'll be living at home. (A) I may be moving to a new place soon

19. It's only a matter of time before my car breaks down again(D) I expect to have another car problem soon.

20. The professor used to personalize his talks with stories about his college days.

(B) The professor included tales from his past in the talks

1994年10月托福听力文字及对应答案

1. Tina can't swim. (A) Tina doesn't know how to swim

2. If I'd read the book more carefully, I might have given a better report.(B) my report wasn't so good because I wasn't thorough

3. She was pleased that the waitress brought her order so quickly. (B) She was glad her food came quickly.

4. The problem with our apartment is that it has got only one small clothes closet.

(D) Our apartment doesn't have enough closet space.

5. I went shopping today and got this necklace for 50% off. (B) I bought the necklace at a considerable discount

6. Look at all this food that's left over. (D) There's a lot of food remaining

7. I'm really sleepy now and it's only 8 o'clock. (D) I don't usually feel so sleepy this early.

8. Why don't you join us for coffee when the seminar is over? (D) After the seminar, come and have coffee with us

9. By turning against Harry, Bob lost the only real friend he had in the office(A) Bob no longer has a good friend at the office

10. If you tell my brother to come at o ne o'clock, you can be sure he’ll get here at three. (A) My brother's never on time

11. Before winning the marathon, Gordon ran fifty miles a week. (D) Gordon ran regularly before he won the marathon.

12. The addition to the library has four stories. (A) There are four floors in the new part of the library.

13. I never thought that Stan would try to get out of doing his work(A) I never expected Stan to avoid work.

14. The laboratory assistant swept off the broken glass. (C) The assistant removed the pieces of glass.

15. Fran unlocked the door with her key. (C) It was Fran who unlocked the door.

16. If she is free, our art history professor will join us to the museum on Thursday.

(A) The professor will come to the museum if she isn't busy.

17. The applicant was asked to come back for a second meeting with the bank manager.

(B) The bank manager wanted to see the applicant again.

18. Even you can't repair the tape recorder this time. (B) It isn't possible for anyone to repair it

19. Although he isn't a diligent student, he still gets passing grades(C) He does satisfactory work in spite of not studying a lot

20. You've been selected to run this committee? (D) Are you going to head the committee

1995年1月托福听力文字及对应答案Part A

1. I asked the ticket agent to let me know what time my plane would arrive in Chicago.

(B) I wanted to know when the plane would land in Chicago.

2. The coach's assistant showed her how to do it. (D) She learned from the coach's assistant.

3. I don't think I've ever seen you in that sweater before. (D) This is the first time I've seen you wearing that sweater.

4. Betty canceled her trip when she got sick. (A) Because Betty was sick, she couldn't go away.

5. Didn't they look well. (C) They seemed in excellent health.

6. Run over to the bus station & check the fare. (A) Find out how much it costs to take the bus.

7. Those flowers light up the whole room. (B) The entire room looks brighter with flowers in it.

8. Sarah had time to read that book? (C) Was Sarah really able to read the book?

9. The university library used to be open to the public, but now only students & staff can use it.

(C) The public can no longer use the university library.

10. You didn't have to telephone your office. (B) There was no need for you to call your office.

11. Over the course of the year, the company carried out the plan. (C) It took the company a year to implement the plan.

12. Postcards seem to take forever in the mail. (B) Postcards often arrive late.

13. It feels like spring today, but I'm afraid winter is not over yet. (B) We'll have to wait for spring.

14. Lee won the chess match hands down. (D) Lee easily won the chess match.

15. When you interrupted me, you made me lose my train of thought. (B) You made me forget what I was saying.

16. I returned the party invitation with regrets. (B) I wasn't able to attend the party.

17. Susan is anything but poor. (A) Susan has a lot of money.

18. Once in a while, a lab experiment may take more than an hour. (A) Experiments will usually take an hour or less.

19. I didn't write that memo to the department chair to amuse myself.

(D) I wrote to the department chair about a serious matter.

20. We hardly ever see them here. (C) They don't come here often.

1995年5月托福听力文字Part A

1. Laura used to drive a red car. (B) Laura once had a red car.

2. If only I paid attention in class. (D) I wish I had been a more attentive student.

3. Beth finished her letter, right? (A) I think Beth wrote her letter.

4. My dog loves to go out in the rain, but my cat hates it. (A) My pets react differently to the rain.

5. The boy ran down the hall, too shy to stop and talk. (A) He was too timid to speak.

6. How come Michael's always growling sth.? (B) Why does Michael complain so much?

7. I can't really see myself in that job. (A) That job doesn't seem suited to me.

8. Diane is going to practice more and do better at the next swimming meet. (A) Diane is going to improve her swimming.

9. Because he brought the wrong documents, my cousin couldn't apply for his driver's license.

(D) My cousin wasn't able to get his license.

10. Larry had an electrician repair his stereo. (C) The electrician fixed Larry's stereo.

11. You know what is the cost that school is? (A) Do you realize how expensive it is to go to that school?

12. Whatever persist you to do that? (D) What could have made you do that?

13. Why didn't I think to borrow the workbook, too? (B) I'm sorry I didn't borrow the workbook as well.

14. These calculus problems are not only tough, they take forever to do. (C) This math work is difficult and time-consuming.

15. I can't leave a project unfinished. (D) I must complete everything I begin.

16. I should take care of that pile of mail on my desk. (D) I ought to catch up with my correspondence.

17. The cashier tagged a surcharge onto the bill. (C) The bill included an extra charge.

18. Just look at that new dormitory. The modern architecture seems so out of place among all the older buildings.

(D) I don't' think modern and older architecture go together.

19. Severe weather conditions have been forecasted follow these mild days. (D) We are expecting bad weather to come soon.

20. To think I was once interested in becoming a veterinarian. (A) I don't want to be a veterinarian anymore.