全新版大学英语口语

1.In what sense do you think we can regard the world we live in as one world?Firstly, contact between cultures promotes understanding among the peoples of the world.Then, with the rapid development of transportation means and information technology the world is getting smaller and smaller.Last but not least, we, people of the world, are one of the world, are one big family, for together we exist, and together we try to make the world better for all.2.Do you think people all over the world are largely similar? Why or why not?No.Firstly, human beings are essentially the same everywhere.Then, all human beings have the need to eat, to have shelter, and to work, they also need to love others and be loved.The most important is that we have the same ancestor.3.Are you interested in the traditions of other peoples in the world? Describe some ofthem.Yes, I am.For example, The British in daily life often talk about the topic of the weather, and is often the first topic.The Americans alone eat their own copy of the food while Chinese like put the food on the table, shared together.4.What are the traditions of birthday celebration in some English-speaking countries suchas Britain and the U.S? How do they differ from the Chinese ones?In west countries such as Britain and the US, cakes, lights and candles are often associated with the celebration of a person’s birthday while in china special noodles are served in honor of the birthday person., the noodles are extra long to symbolize a long life.5.Do you consider your birthday one of the most important days in your life? Why or whynot?Yes, because each birthday means that I’m a year old.And the birthday is the mother’s Good Friday. We should give our sincere gratitude to our mothers.The most important is that we can have a good time with our family.6.Which birthday do you think is more important, your eighteenth, twentieth, ortwenty-first? Why?I think the more important birthday is the eighteenth birthday, because, from then on we can have the right to vote.In the meanwhile, we are also regarded as adults.7.Which of the birthday celebrations you’ve had is the most memorable to you? Can youdescribe it?The most memorable birthday celebration is the eighteenth birthday. First, the birthday means that I am an adult. What’s more, I received a lot of gifts.Last but not least, I spend the birthday with my family and we have a good time.1.How harmful is smoking to smokers?Smoking is known as a fatal cause of lung cancer, and it is also found to be related to other types of cancer.Besides, smoking costs smokers’ money and may attribute family dispute.What’s more, studies show that cigarette smokers are much more likely to die from a heart attack than nonsmokers.2.Is smoking also harmful to nonsmokers? In what way?Yes, it is.Cigarette smoke pollutes the air of an enclosed air, so nonsmokers have to inhale secondhand smoke, it can also cause lung cancer.The environment of the smoke may influence nonsmokers’ moods.3.Why do some young people pick up smoking?The reasons are manifold.From my perspective, I think there are two important ones which contribute most to this phenomenon.Firstly, the young in our present society are those who undertake the heaviest pressure of work, they urgently need to give vent to their internal depressions, anxieties, etc.Second, some young people may have picked up smoking out of curiosity,While some thought it was cool.4.In what places has smoking already been banned? Are you in favor of this policy or not?Why?Smoking has already been banned in all public places and enclosed areas like air-conditioned officers.I am in favor of this policy because it can create a healthier environment.Besides it does no harm to those who don’t smoke.5.What troubles can a smoker have if he works in a nonsmoking environment?He should stand the temptation of smoking in a nonsmoking environment,while the nicotine in tobacco will stimulate a smoker for a brief period time.6.What do you suggest we should do to create a smoke-free working environment?First, the “No Smoking” sign should be pasted in public areas.At the same time, manufacturers should be forced to put a warning on every packet of cigarettes.Last but not least, smokers should develop the aware of not smoking in the public areas.1.What is memory? How does it work?Memory is the capacity to keep information available for later use. Everyone has different memory.It works like storing information in your brain and when you need it will retrieve them.2.What is your earliest memory?My earliest memory is when I am 7 years old, I fell off the bicycle and I cried for it.Then my mother took me to the hospital.3.How good is your memory? Are you good at remembering dates, telephone numbers,people’s names, facts for exams, books or jokes you’ve read and films you’ve seen?The information I remembered seldom escape my mind.I am good at remembering dates, names and telephone numbers, but I am not good atremembering books or jokes I ’ve read.4.How important is a good memory in learning English?It’s said that “T he memory is mother of the wisdom”.Learning English starts from learning word spelling, usage of the phrases, grammar rules, and so on, every step is closely related to memory.We should have a good memory so that we can learn English well.5.What makes us remember certain things but forget others?Memory is like a muscle---the more it is used, the better it gets. The more it is neglected ,the worse it gets.When we remember new things ,we may use them more often, then we seldom use ever things, gradually, we forgot them.6.What methods do you use to remind yourself of past events?I have many things to do to help me recall past events,I usually keep a diary, I sometimes taking photos, I several buy postcards.7.What do long-term memory and short-term memory mean?Memory can be classified as long-term memory and short-term memory.A long-term memory is durable, as it is stored for a long time in the brain.While a short-term memory is temporary, as it is stored for a very short time in the brain.8.How can we improve our memory?It’s said that learn new skills can sharpen your memory,we also should be relaxed and we’ll remember things.In the end, we must allow the brain to have enough sleep and rest.U41.What do cultural differences mean?Culture differences also mean cultural diversity.Different cultural backgrounds lead to different cultures.People from different countries speak different languages, maintain different value systems, and have different ways of looking at things.2.How do people’s cultural backgrounds influence their way of thinking?A person’s cultural background influences what he or she considers to be good mannersor bad manners, polite or rude, on time or late.3.How can failure to recognize cultural differences hinder communication?In general, inability to recognize cultural differences can make communication difficult.Those who are uniformed about cultural differences may have difficulty communicating with their business associates from other cultures.Besides we may misunderstand the meanings of other country’s people.4.How can we deal with cultural differences?First of all, we should show respect to each culture.Then we can learn from beneficial aspects of different cultures.Last we should know that it is different cultures that make our world more colorful.5.What does “culture shock” mean? In what ways can we cope with culture shock?Culture shock is a painful experience we undergo when we encounter entirely different ways of life in another culture.Firstly, speak the language of the new culture as often as possible.Remember, the key to getting over your culture shock is understanding the new culture and finding a way to live comfortably within it.6.What should we do before visiting other countries to avoid misunderstanding?Firstly, we should get to know the country’s culture via the Internet, and show respect to the culture.Then, we can know the country by visiting the country’s museum and library.In the end ,we must bear in mind the proverb“Do in Rome as the Romans do”, and learn from the local people when you are visiting a foreign country.U91.What does aging mean? At what age people considered elderly?Aging is the natural process of growing old.People over 65 years old are generally considered elderly.2.What should be the right attitude toward aging?In the beginning, age is a question of mind over matter. If you don’t mind, it doesn’t matter.Then, we should learn that our knowledge and wisdom may expand along with getting old.Last but not least, it is important to stay positive about getting old.3.What problems may people have as they grow old?Old age is often accompanied by various kinds of illnesses such as heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, etc.In the meanwhile, a typical sign of aging is forgetfulness and decline in vision and hearing.Besides, many elderly people suffer from varying degrees of memory loss.4.How should we treat old people?We should treat old people with respect and patience.We also should take good care of old people, especially when they are sick.We should spend more time visiting them and accompanying them.5.What are the common ailments of the elderly?Old age is often accompanied by various kinds of illnesses such as heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, etc.Most of the body organs perform less effectively with advancing age.6.What are the secrets of a long life?Firstly, we ought to keep a positive attitude to life.Secondly, we should develop a healthy diet, such as quitting smoking and drinking, having sufficient sleep.Thirdly, we should exercise regularly, such as running, swimming, and so on.6.I don’t think war can be avoided.Though conflicts are better resolved through peaceful means ,such as at the negotiation table, as long as there are countries that want to dominate other countries through the use of force, we will never be able to get rid of war.。