新视野大学英语视听说第4册答案(全)-连同听力 原文
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新视野大学英语视听说教程第二版 4级答案（全新版本）Unit1 enjoy your feelings IIC BD A D Listening In Task 1 what a clumsy man!Keys: A C D C B Task 2 causes of depressionKeys: (1)families (2)chemicals (3)information (4) certain (5)self-esteen (6)thinking patterns (7)mood (8)divorce (9)physical abuse (10)financial difficulties (11)stress (12)anxietyTask 3 happiness index Keys: B D A A C Let's TalkKeys: (1) shy (2) crying (3)scared (4) came down (5) fun (6) nice (7) two step (8) argue (9) touch (10) bad time (11) speak (12) comfortable (13) brother (14) adults (15) children (16) secondary (17) growing (18) learn Further Listening and Speaking Task 1: Big John is coming!(S1) owner(S2) running(S3) drop(S4) run(S5) local(S6) yelling,(S7) lives! ”(S8) As he 's picking himself up, he sees a large man, almost seven feet tall. (S9) The bartender nervously hands the big man a beer, hands shaking.(S10) “I got to get out of town! Don 't you hear Big Johnis coming? ”Task 2 Reason and emotionKey : A B C C DTask 3 Every cloud has a silver liningKey : T F F T FViewing and speakingKey ：(1) seven (2) 150 (3) favorite (4) bridge (5) 111(6)fast (7) simple (8) trusted (9) stupid (10) did (11) Noway (12) ultimate (13) limits (14) skywards (15) ￡ 60( 16)cheap Unit1 Test 2. (1) over (2) companionship (3) lover (4) definition (5 scarce (6) diary (7) sight (8) Thank God, I've done my duty Thank God, I've done my duty (9) In a workforce made up entirely of happy people, the competitive edge would soon belost (10) It may take centuries before philosophers and scientists can arrive at a clear definition of happiness3. B A D C CD C A B C B D A AUnit 2I f d a e h i b c jII BACDBIII2.Correct answerthe enddiscountsT-shirtsbig-name brandsInterchangeable pieces black trousers several times simplest stylish and fashionableV let ' s talkTask 1 wealthy clothing styles figure slimmer construction light largerformal brightly colored the rich and the poor one class occasions Poorer peopleFurther listening > Task 1CAABATask 2BABABTask 3She chose two colors, then built her wardrobe around them.She has a pair of black dress slacks, with black shoes to match. If she wears that with her turquoise silk blouse and a matching necklace and earrings, she will look dressed up.If she wears a T-shirt with the black dress slacks, she is more casual.If she brings a pashmina, or another dress scarf, she can dress up the T-shirt into casual chic.Her suitcase will be nearly empty, with lots of room for shopping.Viewing and speaking > Task 1(1)combining clothing withnew technology(2)brand-new style (3)new industrial design solutions (4)electronics and fashion (5)into your collar (6) went into partnershipwith(7)bring them together (8)the modern-day worker (9)600 pounds (10) to what we might expectUnit2Part I CBCBDPart II contest queens outgoing cheers title performedA beautiful womanhasv ery great powers to convince,and donea great job.Women's liberation organizations in the United regularlydemonstrate. All the same,some Australians were hoping the two-hour show would draw world attention to the be.Part III ADCBBtours we have StatesUnit 3Task 1 drought earthquake flood forest fire snowstorm tsunami typhoon volcanic eruption Basic listening DACBC Listening inTask 1 BCADCTask 2 BBABATask 3Correct answer drought tsunami undersea result in dry spell flood water supplies famine agriculture heavy rainfall melting swell man-made dams Let 's talkTask 1Correct answer erupted burying few overseas rescue injured damaged islanders seven biggest close aftershocks trap 20 million pounds diseaseFurther listening >Task 1Task 2 1. Since the companyw as composede ntirely of meno ver 65, there was doubt that they would be of any the farmer called the companya nyway because the fire proved to be more than the small town fire department could handle, and there was no other help available.2. The truck drove straight toward the fire and, instead of stopping in front of the fire, drove right into the middle of the flames.3. After an hour of intense fighting, they had extinguished the fire.landslide BADACpresented the volunteer fire company with a check for $10,000.5. The captain said, "The first thing we're going to do is toget the brakes fixed on that stupid fire truck." That suggests that they drove right into the middle of the flames because of useless brakes rather than bravery.Task 3 ABCDCViewing and speaking >Task 1rescuedworst floodingsurpriseflooded my son'screws bursthitsave high tide furniture normal computer system drugs heavyUnit 3 TestP1 A C C D DP2 at , section, connects, bottom, shining, As, cross,Ten minutes later,as we were looking out the window,we saw everyone was running away from something.A huge flood was streaming down the standing on a high place,so we could see everything.It was reported that the flood destroyed a big area and approximately 300people were killed or disappeared that day. P3 A B B D C P4 B D A C C D A B D AUnit 4Lead in c d a e h f i g b Basic listening CBABDListening in Task l CBDAA Task 2 Relationships marketing manager in conflict with expenses ended in vain training administrator visited establish relationships long-term picked up Task 3 CDDCALet's talkTask 1 16 featuresbriefeightpaperguidelinesinterviews treatment come backDeadlinesclosermeetguidancescaryFurther listening >Task 1 DBCACTask 2 BABABTask 31.They gathered for lunch to welcome the new Chief ExecutiveOfficer, Carl Martin, and say goodbye to the departing CEO, Dick Jackson.2.The departing CEOl eft three numbered envelopes for the newCEO.3.The message read, "Blame your predecessor." So, the new CEO held apress conference and tactfully laid the blame at the feet of the previous CEO.4.The message read, "Reorganize." The new CEO did it, and the companyquickly rebounded.5.The message said, "Prepare three envelopes." It implied that it was timefor Carl to leave and give three similar envelopes to the next CEO.Viewing and speakingTask 1earninglive on frustrating head chasing television editor launching basis privileged Unit 4 TestP1 D D A D DP2expensive ,declined ,averaged ,compared ,agency ,floor ,acc ommodation.But the biggest climber of all was Dublin,with the Irish capital jump nine places to the tenth amongt he world ' s most expensive office location.Globally,most office locations continued to register declines in occupancy costs last year,reflects the weak and uncertain global economyenvironment.In Euro terms,London is some 17 perce cheaper than last year,but in dol terms it is virtually unchanged.P3 D C A D BP4 A B D C A D D C C DUnit 5Unit 5 test P1 CDCBD补充第一空为superma r k P et2sP3 CBDAC P4 ABDCD CDBBAUnit 6Basic listening CCADBListening inTask 1 CBADCTask 2 terrible misfortune reflection damaged heaven pick washed Some people claim that the number is bad luck because 13 people satdown for the Last Supper before Jesus was crucifiedFriday the 13th of any month is considered especially bad or unlucky, and Friday the 13th of March is the worst of them all they mean that everyseven years a person undergoes a complete change in personality Task 3falling stock markets even more superstitious much less constructive actionless lucky worked more satisfied exams trust revision Let's talk Task 1mystery inside out largest three million outsideinnerhis theoryused upthe base137-meterpurposetall, narrow100,000 or soradarFurther listening and speakingTask 1 ABDDBTask 2 AABBATask 31. The magician did the same tricks over and over again.2. The captain's parrot watched every show and began to understand what the magician did in each trick. Once he understood that, he started shouting in the middle of the show.3. Each time the parrot revealed one of his secrets, theaudience roared with laughter. The 4. performance he intended to be dark and mysterious turned into a comedy.4.The ship collided with an enormous iceberg and sank. Themagician found himself on a piece of wood, in the middle of theocean, and the parrot was by his side.5.He said, "OK, I give up. But I hope you'll tell you areme what trick going to do with the boat."Viewing and speakingTask 1 feet shapes theory man-made look after experts a million outer space extraterrestrial conceivable circle maker image explain genuine lifting out of rubbishmystery mysterious farmers catch appear landscapeUnit 6 test P1 DACCCP2P3 BDACDP4 ADDDC ABCCCUnit 7Basic listeningAADBCListening in > Task 1DCAABTask 2DCAABTask 3restSundayindustrial revolutionGodsix-day work week late 19th and early 20th relaxation great boon consumer spending Second World War two days do not work religious activities Let's talkTask 1 held back transport highest subsistence lower 2,000-kilometer minerals potential development number one tourismonly two landscapes fascinating commuting tourist ruined history traditional mistakesFurther listening and speaking> Task 1 AABBBTask 2CABBDTask 3ABCDCViewing and speakingTask 1book search engines real customersjudge250 pounds two days / 2 days partying click targetingUnit 7 test P1 CABDDP2P3 CABDDP4 CACDB AACBBUnit 8 test P1 CBDBDP2P3 BDCACP4 BDCAC ABBADUnit 9Lets Talk ACBDCUnit 9 test P1 ACDCDP2P3 BCDACP4 ADDAA DCBBA Unit 10Basic listening DCABCListening inTask 1 future needs shares risk banks 30 a half rate capital loss interchangeably savingsTask 2DBCCATask 3ABBAALet's talkTask 11)they must sort out their cash flow problem by selling a part of the business to investors.2)it's a realistic amount to take this manufacturing business forward.3)they must update their initial business plan4)it's time to put on the suit and try to sell part of Cyclepods to an investor.5)so I'll have to... maybe get the heavies in or something.6)The most important thing James needs to do over the next twomonths is to raise cash7)Cyclepods can't do anything without an updated businessplan.8)it's back to basics for a funevening of number crunching and spread sheets,9)it's time for a professionaland considered rehearsal to gethis sales pitch just right.10)Presentation skills aregoing to be crucialFurther listening and speakingFurther listeningTask 1ABDBCTask 2CBDACTask 31.He has been following the roller coaster ride of his stock portfolio and it's driving him mad.2.Stocks are pretty hard to predict. So she has put her money into hedge funds.3. A hedge is a way of reducing risk. A hedge fund is a company thatcreates a stock portfolio that tries to balance the marketactivity.4.Analysts examine stocks to assess which ones are likely to go up, and which will likely go down.5.He says that if he leaves his money with a fund manager, perhaps the manager can trade his stocks in a more profitable way.Viewing and speakingTask 1casheasyresultspaybillshead26 percent / 26%close the dealfiguresideaplanfinebusiness guidevoting rightssaystrong pointinvestment150,000 / 15000026 percent / 26%1.He has been following the roller coaster ride of his stock portfolio and it's driving him mad.2.Stocks are pretty hard to predict. So she has put her moneyinto hedge funds.3. A hedge is a way of reducing risk. A hedge fund is a company that creates a stock portfolio that tries to balance the market activity.4.Analysts examine stocks to assess which ones are likely togo up, and which will likely go down.5.He says that if he leaves his money with a fund manager, perhaps the manager can trade his stocks in a more profitable way.Unit 10 testP1 BDCDBP2 (1) individualP3 CDCAAP4 BCADB CDADB。
新视野大学英语-4-视听说教程纯答案版
新视野大学英语 4 视听说教程纯答案版UNIT 1Ⅱ.Basic Listening Practice1-5: CBDADⅢ.Listening InTask 11-5: DACBCTask 2(S1)owner (S2)running (S3)drop (S4)outlaw (S5)uneventfully (S6)yelling (S7)lives (S8)As he’s picking himself up ,he sees large man, almost seven feet tall. He’s muscular, and is growling as he approaches the bar.(S9) The bartender nervously hand the big man a beer, hand shaking (S10) I got to get out of town !Didn’t you hear Big John is coming .Task 31-5: DCBDAⅥ. Further Listening and SpeakingTask 11-5: ABCCDTask 21-5: TFFTFNews Report(S1) passengers (S2) height (S3) released (S4) dive (S5) 360 (S6) independently (S7) back and forth (S8) facing (S9) surprise (S10) adds (S11) length (S12) measure (S13) capacity (S14) thrillingUNIT 2Ⅱ .Basic Listening Practice1-5: BACDBⅢ. Listening InTask 11-5: CADBATask 2(S1) nose (S2) voice (S3) math (S4) sound (S5) inserted (S6) neck (S7) fat (S8) The voice lift is becoming more widely known among an aging population, who try to make themselves sound younger (S9) a retired construction engineer who underwent the voice lift several years ago (S10) Voice lift can also benefit people like performers, lawyers, teachers, and telephone operators who need to have a strong voice.Task 31-5: CCBBDⅥ.Further Listening and SpeakingTask 11-5: ACDBATask 21-5: FTFTFNews Report(S1) finals (S2) billion (S3) hosted (S4) one-time (S5) winners (S6) white (S7) dominated (S8) charm (S9) personality (S10) figure (S11) title (S12) represented (S13) went (S14) fierce (S15) turn (S16) waved (S17) celebrationsUNIT 3Ⅱ. Basic Listening Practice1-5: DACBCⅢListening InTask 11-5: BCADCTask 2(S1) climb (S2) reports (S3) missing (S4) assistance (S5) factor (S6) presence (S7) originating (S8) Rainfall exceeded 500 mm(or 19,7 inches )along the border areas of Haiti and the Dominican Republic during that period (S9) This made it difficult for humanitarian relief workers to rescues stranded people and deliver badly–needed food ,medicine and supplies to residents (S10)Analysis of the past data shows that major floods in the Dominican Republic and Haiti are now a near-annual eventTask 31-5: ABCDCⅥTask 11-5: ACBDATask 21-5: FFTFTNews Report(S1) knocking (S2) coast (S3) tearing (S4) described (S5) managed (S6) following (S7) drop (S8) battled (S9) making up ground (S10) leader (S11) struggled (S12) teamwork (S13) recovery (S14) setting (S15) winds (S16) legs (S17) chance (S18) despiteUNIT 4Ⅱ. Basic Listening Practice1-5: CBABDⅢ. Listening InTask 11-5: CBDAATask 2(S1) shortened (S2) known (S3) independent (S4) enterprises (S5) spread (S6) nearly (S7) so (S8) the acronym SOHO have been used to a great extend by companies that sell products to large numbers of small business with a small-sized office(S9) Many books are written and sold specifically for this type of office to tell people how to equip a small office(S10) In the field of software development, engineers often have to work 20 hours or more at a stretch, so they can hardly adapt to normal office hours.Task 31-5: BDDACⅥTask 11-5: DBCACTask 21-5: FTFTFNews Report(S1) travelers (S2) past (S3) behind (S4) translation (S5) portable packing (S6) general idea (S7) assist (S8) available (S9) communicateUNIT 5Ⅱ.1-5: BDACDⅢ.Task 11-5: BDACCTask 2(S1)watched (S2) when (S3)pile (S4) around (S5) leaned (S6) hiding (S7) indifferently (S8) Stone rushed into the cashier’s office , took ＄250 from the cash box ,and returned. “Take it,” he said, and get out! Don’t let me see you around here again (S9) seeing the young man showed no sign of embarrassment, Stone got furious. (S10)Ｈe was waiting for the 20 dollars we owe him for lunch .Ｈe works for the coffee shop around the corner.Ｔask 31-5: DCBCAⅥＴask 11-5:ABCDAＴask 2TTFFFＮewes Ｒreport(Ｓ１) announced (Ｓ２) massive (Ｓ３)surprise (Ｓ４)rescue (Ｓ５)２２，０００（Ｓ６）discontinued (Ｓ７) salary (Ｓ８) turnaround (Ｓ９) profit （Ｓ１０） hit hard (Ｓ１１)closings (Ｓ１２) emotion (Ｓ１３) quality and productivityＵＮＩＴ６Ⅱ１－５：CCADBⅢ。
新视野大学英语视听说教程第四册答案
新视野大学英语视听说教程第四册答案(总11页)-本页仅作为预览文档封面，使用时请删除本页-新视野大学英语视听说教程第四册答案Unit 1 Enjoy you feelings!II. Basic Listening Practice;1. C2. B3. D4. A5. DIII. Listening in;1. D2. A3. C4. B5. CS1. owner; S2. running; S3. drop; S4. outlaw; S5. uneventfully; S6. yelling; S7. lives; S8. As he’s picking himself up, he sees a large man, almost seven feet tall. H e’s muscular, and is growling as he approaches the bar; S9. The bartender nervously hands the big man a beer, hands shaking; S10. I got to get out of town! Didn’t you hear Big John is coming.1. D2. C3. B4. D5. AVI. Further Listening and Speaking1. A2. B3. C4. C5. D1.T2. F3. F4. T5. F1.We usually have two choices: to fight or to run;2.The writer says the option of walking away and calming down is the moreproductive method of handling anger;3.The writer says, “If you refuse to admit that you’re angry or hurt, or if you makeit appear that everything is peaches and cream, you are not managing anger in a productive way.”4.We must ask ourselves, “What made me angry?”5.Finally you can ask yourself, “Why did that make me angry?” Through suchlogical reasoning, one tends to calm down and move toward a sensible solution. News Report:1.passengers;2. height;3. released;4. dive;5. independently;6. 360;7. backand forth; 8. facing; 9. adds; 10. length; 11. measure; 12. capacity; 13 thrilling.Unit 2 Beauty can be boughtII. Basic Listening Practice1. B2. A3. C4. D5. BIII, Listening In1. C2. A3. D4. B5. AS1. nose; S2. voice; S3. match; S4. sound; S5. inserted; S6. neck; S7. fat; S8. The voice lift is becoming more widely known among an aging population, who try tomake themselves sound younger; S9. a retired construction engineer who underwent the voice lift several years ago; S10. Voice lift can also benefit people like performers, lawyers, teachers, and telephone operators who need to have a strong voice.1. C2. C3. B4. B5. DVI. Further Listening and Speaking1. A2. C3. D4. B5. A1. F2. T3. F4. T5. F1.It is a quick and easy way to freshen up your looks—and boost your confidence;2.Clients often says, “I want to cut my hair, but I should lose weight first. “But thepopular stylist says, “That’s not the right sequence; it’s the other way around.”3.The speaker says that if you have a round face, you may look better with shorterhair;4.That depends on the length of your neck. The longer the neck, the shorter youcan go;5.They change the shape of your face, making it seem shorter.News Report1.finals2. billion3. hosted4. one-time5. winners6. white7. dominated8.majority 9. charm 10. personality 11. figure 12. title 13. represented 14. went15. fierce 16. turn 17. waved 18. celebrationsUnit 3 Watch out when nature strikes backII. Basic listening practice1.D2. A3. C4. B5. CIII. Listening In1.B2. C3. A4. D5. CS1. climb S2. reports S3. missing S4. assistance S5. factor S6. presence S7. originating S8. Rainfall exceeded 500mm(or inches) along the border areas of Haiti and the Dominican Republic during that period; S9. This made it difficult for humanitarian relief workers to rescue strandedpeople and deliver badly-needed food, medicine and supplies to residents; S10. Analysis of the past data shows that major floods in the Dominican Republic and Haiti are now a near-annual event.1.A2. B3. C4. D5. CVI. Further Listening and Speaking1.A2. C3. B4. D5. A1 F 2. F 3. T 4. F 5. TNew Report1.knocking2. coast3. tearing4. described5. managed6. following7. drop 8. battled 9. making up ground 10. leader 11. struggled 12.teamwork 13. recovery 14. setting 15. winds 16. legs 17. chance18. despiteUnit 4 Is work just another four-letter word?II. Basic Listening Practice1.C2. B3. A4. B5. D1.C2. B3. D4. A5. AS1. shortened S2. known S3. independent S4. enterprises S5. spread S6. nearly S7. so S8. the acronym SOHO have been used to a great extent by companies that sell products to large numbers of small businesses with a small-sized office; S9. Many books are written andsold specifically for this type of office to tell people how to equip a small office; S10. In the field of software development, engineers often have to work 20 hours or more at a stretch, so they can hardly adapt to normal office hours.1.B2. D3. D4. A5. CVI. Further Listening and Speaking1.D2. B3. C4. A5. C1.F2. T3. F4. T5. FNews Reporttravelers, past, behind, translation, voice, combine, portable packaging, general idea, assist, available, communicate.Unit 5 Distant pastures are always greenerII. Basic Listening Practice1.B2. D3. A4. C5. D1.B2. D3. A4. C5. CS1. watched S2. when S3. pile S4. around S5. leaned S6. hiding S7. indifferently S8. Stone rushed into the cashier’s office, took ＄250 from the cash box, and returned, “Take it,” he said, “and get out! Don’t let me see you around here again!”S9. Seeing the young man showed no sign of embarrassment, Stone got furiousS10. He was waiting for the 20 dollars we owe him for lunch. He works for the coffee shop around the corner.1.D2. C3. B4. C5. AVI. Further Listening and Speaking1.A2. B3. C4. D5. A1.T2. T3. F4. F5. FNew Reportannounced, massive, surprise, rescue, 22,00; discontinued, salary, turnaround, profit, hit hard, closings, emotion, quality and productivity.Unit 6II. Basic listening practice1.C2. C3. A4. D5. B1.C2. B3. A4. D5. CS1. terrible S2. misfortune S3. reflection S4. damaged S5. heaven S6. pick S7. washed S8. Some people claim that the numbers is bad luck because thirteen people sat down for the Last Supper before Jesus was crucified;S9. Friday the thirteenth of any month is considered especially bad or unlucky, and Friday the thirteenth of March is the worst of them all;S10. when people talk about the “seven-year itch” they mean that every seven year a person undergoes a complete change in personality.1.A2. B3. D4. D5. BVI. Further Listening and Speaking1.A2. C3. D4. C5. B1.T2. T3. F4. F5. TNews Reportdate back, ancient, modern, inspection, covers, rights, opened, downtown, below, account, damaged, uncovered, questions, significance, worthwhile.Unit 7 What shall we do when there’s nothing to do?II. Basic Listening Practice1.A2. A3. D4. B5. CIII. Listening in1.A2. B3. C4. D5. CS1. audience S2. tricks S3. whenever S4. parrot S5. magician S6. hat S7. cardsS8. The magician was furious. Each time the parrot revealed one of his secrets, the audience roared with laugher;S9. He dreamed of various ways he could do away with the troublesome bird. But he didn’t dare to touch it. It was the captain’s parrot after all; S10. They stared at each other with hate, but did not utter a word. This went on for several days.1.C2. A3. B4. B5. DVI. Further Listening and Speaking1.D2. A3. C4. B5. D1.F2. T3. T4. F5. FNews Reportspace walk, install, moved, first attempt, temporary, goal, extended, equipment, positions, relocation, living quarters, complained, sound, cause, solution, on board.Unit 8 Is biotechnology our friend or enemy?II. Basic Listening Practice1.B2. C3. D4. A5. CIII. Listening in1.B2. A3. A4. A5. DS1. Research S2. genes S3. journal S4. warn S5. productivity S6. grow S7. survivalS8. Plant breeders have already used preliminary information from the rice genome to create experimental strains of rice that better resist cold and pests;S9. The new map could better explain more than just rice. Rice shares a common ancestor with other cereal crops;S10. While significant progress has been made in the analysis of the rice genome, the mapping of human genes is also making headway. 1.A 2. B 3. C 4. B 5. CVI. Further Listening and Speaking1. A2. B3. C4. C5. D1. T2. T3. F4. F5. TNews Reportinformation, mapped, sense, pioneer, link, software, understand, accurate, drugs, discovering, returns, overall, potential, developing, race.Unit 9 You can learn how to ride the business cycleII. Basic Listening Practice1.A2. C3. D4. B5. A1.C2. D3. C4. A5. BS1. downtown S2. loan S3. security S4. agreed S5. against S6. proceeded S7. settleS8. That will be ＄5,000 in principal, and ＄ in interest,” the loan officer said. The woman wrote out a check and started to walk away;S9. We’re very happy to have had your business, and this transaction has worked out very nicely, but we are a little puzzled;S10. Where else in Manhattan can I park my car for two weeks for only ＄ and expect it to be there when I return1.D2. B3. C4. A5. DVI. Further Listening and Speaking1.C2. D3. D4. A5. B1.F2. T3. F4. T5. TNews Reporton display, 90 percent, largest, city and country, folded, side doors, outdoors, shower, top, ride, cells, innovative.Unit 10 Culture makes me what I amII. Basic Listening Practice1.C2. A3. D4. B5. A1.C2. A3. C4. B5. DS1. roots S2. what S3. moral S4. diligence S5. sin S6. teachings S7. centuriesS8. Even as children they were taught, “If it’s worth doing at all, it’s worth doing well;S9. In English a new word has been created to describe people who work compulsively;S10. Others hold that workaholics are valuable members of society because they are extremely productive.1.C2. A3. D4. B5. CVI. Further Listening and Speaking1.C2. B3. A4. C5. D1.T2. F3. T4. F5. FNews Reportheart, introduction, delicacy, artists, painting, painstaking, 120, equivalent, witness, onlookers, followed, consuming, voiced, sense, hours, delicious mess.。
绝对最新!新视野大学英语视听说教程4(第二版)听力原文与答案
那些看起来就很逗比的肯定都是第一帅翻的。
逗比的格式和正常人的一眼就能认出来。
鉴于是两个英语学渣翻的。
大家就凑活着看吧。
PS：考试范围之外的基本已经去掉，有些出入的注意看红字。
绝对最新！新视野大学英语视听说教程4（第二版）听力原文与答案Unit 1 Enjoy your feelings!Hit the roof-AngerII(1)M:I'm beside myself with joy. I'm so lucky. Guess what? I've won alot of money in the lottery.W:Really? Well, you do know that money is the root of all evil, right? Q:What does the woman mean?我很高兴。
我是如此幸运。
你猜怎么着？我买彩票赢了很多钱。
真的吗？好吧，你知道钱权是一切罪恶的根源吗？(2)W:Mary was furious when her son wrecked up her car.M:He shouldn't have driven a car on his own without a driver's license. He's still taking driving lessons.Q:What do we know about Mary's son?玛丽非常生气，当她的儿子弄坏了她的车了。
他不应该自己一个人开车，在他还没有的驾照的时候。
他还在上驾驶课。
(3)M:Susan, I hear you're going to marry that guy. Maybe you'll regretit.W:Is that so? Only time will tell.Q:What does the woman imply?苏珊，我听说你要嫁给那个家伙。
新视野大学英语视听说4(第三版)听力练习原文及答案(2020年整理).pdf
Short conversationsConversation 1W: The only thing I can do at night is to lie in bed and read, preferably while also eating a snack. I never have time for exercising.M: Don’t think it’s worth exercising only if you can run five miles or if you can bike for an hour. Even going for a 10-minute walk is worthwhile.Q: What advice does the man give to the woman?Conversation 2W: Hi, Mark, I’ve gained quite some weight recently. So, how can I eat healthily at social events? M: Well, drink a full glass of water before you go. Focus mainly on fresh fruit and vegetables or bread with whole grains. These will help you stay feeling full.Q: What can we know about the woman?Conversation 3W: I heard that in South Africa smoking is banned in all enclosed public spaces.M: Yes, that’s right. But pubs and bars with separate, enclosed smoking rooms are excluded from the ban, and most restaurants provide smoking sections, either indoor areas with good air circulation or outdoor open areas.Q: What can we learn about the smoking rules in South Africa?Conversation 4M: So, your research shows that even when children are not direct targets of violence in the home,they can be harmed by witnessing its occurrence?W: Yes, that’s right. For example, they can suffer immediate and permanent physical harm. They can also experience short- and long-term emotional and behavioral problems.Q: What are the two speakers talking about?Conversation 5W: Skipping breakfast is common among people who are trying to lose weight, but it doesn’t seem to be a successful strategy.M: No, it isn’t. While any breakfast may be better than no breakfast, a healthy breakfast can be something simple like a hard-boiled egg, a piece of 100 percent wholegrain toast along with a cup of 100 percent fruit juice.Q: What is recommended for a healthy breakfast?Long conversationM: I love working out!W: Ugh! You’re sweating all over the floor …M: I just ran five miles! A friend told me about this great park on Jefferson Street. I love exploring new parks!W: I try running at the gym three days a week, but it’s so boring looking at the TV monitor or the wall in front of me for an hour.M: You should run outside! Being in nature, enjoying the beautiful flowers and the trees, I feel my mind relax and the stress just falls away.W: It is nice outside. My mom loves t’ai chi and a nearby t’ai chi group meets every morning at 6a.m. I’ve tried going, but it’s too early for me to get out of bed …M: T’ai chi is really good. You need some kind of exercise. It’s unhealthy for you to sit in front of your computer all day, every day!W: Well, I recently spend my weekends away from my computer.M: Oh really? And what have you done recently that didn’t involve a computer or TV screen? W: Pandas! I just went to the San Diego Zoo with my sister on Saturday! They have one of the best panda exhibits in the US. The mother panda is from Wolong, China, and had had six baby pandas by 2012 since arriving at the San Diego Zoo in September of 1996.M: Oh, I bet baby pandas are amazing! Hey! Maybe you should get a zoo membership and go jogging in the zoo!W: A zoo membership! Now that’s a great idea! I love the San Diego Zoo. It’s near my house, I can get good exercise and I can watch the baby pandas grow up!Passage 1Have you ever felt you don’t have enough hours in the day? Or that you’d give anything for a whole day to catch up with yourself? Well, here are some ideas that work for me.First of all, make a to-do list every day and set clear priorities. The trick here isn’t making the list; that’s the easy part. The trick is making the priorities. I look at my list and put a star next to anything that is really urgent. Then I put the number “2”next to anything that will just take a couple of minutes. I actually do these quick tasks before I get on with the urgent ones; it’s a bit like clearing off the top of your desk before sitting down to write that important letter. Second, know when is the most productive time of day for you and do your work or study then. One of the shocking discoveries I made about myself is that if I get up at 5 a.m., I can do a day’s work and even fit breakfast in before half past nine. Of course, if you are an early bird, it canbe difficult to accomplish tasks that involve phoning “night owls”, but that’s what email’s for! Finally, do not let your inbox run your life. I just realized recently how frequently Iinterrupted my real work to check my inbox and respond to the most trivial of emails. So, now I only open it when absolutely necessary and this saves me hours. If your work depends on you being constantly accessible by email, then you can’t do this; but be honest and ask yourself, “Am I an email addict?”With these simple, practical techniques, you will become more efficient, less stressed and be able to win some “me-time”for yourself.Short conversationsConversation 1W: So this is your last year in college. Have you ever thought about what you’d like to do after graduation?M: Well, I really don’t know. The job market seems to be improving, so I may look for a job somewhere. But I am also interested in applying for graduate school.Q: What are the two speakers talking about?Conversation 2M: Do you remember Linda we met a while ago at Susan’s birthday party?W: Linda? Do you mean the lady who you said was a nurse in the community hospital before her retirement? Yeah, I remember. She looks very young for her age.Q: What does the woman think of Linda?Conversation 3M: I wish I could retire tomorrow. Then I would not need to worry about work.W: I don’t look forward to retirement. I’m afraid of getting old –my body will slow down, and my children will be away. I dread losing independence and living in loneliness.Q: What makes the woman afraid of getting old?Conversation 4W: I consider my early 20s to be the prime time of my life. How about you?M: I couldn’t agree with you more. That’s no doubt the golden period. You are young and energetic. You are free to pursue your passion. The best thing is that you have a wealth of opportunities to explore.Q: What does the man like best about being in his early 20s?Conversation 5W: Hi, John. You are taking Law 201 this semester, right? How do you like it?M: Yeah, it’s a great class. We’ve looked at several cases of age discrimination at work. Such cases are very interesting because they are rarely clear-cut and court decisions can be rather controversial.Q: What does the man say about age discrimination cases?Long conversationM: Nancy, time to make a birthday wish!W: I wish ... hmm. OK! I want a high-paying job, a husband with a perfect face and body, and abig house ... with a swimming pool!M: Wow, Nancy! Those are your three wishes?W: Of course! If I have those three things, I’ll be happy!M: Now, Nancy. Let me tell you my story, and you may see things differently.W: “See things differently?”What do you mean, Uncle Charlie?M: Here is what I once experienced in life. When I married, 32 years ago, we had a happy marriage, a beautiful house, two expensive cars, and $200,000 in the bank!W: See, just like now!M: Wait! I would suggest three different wishes!W: Well ... What would you wish for? You’re older and wiser!M: What happens if you lose your job, lose your house, and your husband becomes sick? I suggestthese three wishes: patience, courage and love!W: Patience, courage and love?M: Yes! If you have patience and courage, you and your husband will have good jobs and a nice house. And if you have true love, you and your husband will be beautiful to each other nomatter how old you become together.W: This is good.M: Within six years of our marriage, we had three beautiful children, but we lost our jobs, our house, all our money, and then I got really sick for nine years. But we didn’t lose anythingtruly valuable, because we always said: “Wherever the five of us are together, we are at home!”And, little by little things did improve, and I finally got well. Patience, courage and love!These are what make life full, strong and happy!W: Hmm, I will remember. Patience, courage and love! Thanks, Uncle Charlie!Passage 1If you think that you have to live up a remote mountain in order to live a long and healthy life,a religious community in Loma Linda, California, may prove you wrong. Its members are a group of Christians known as the Seventh-day Adventists. The Adventists enjoy a much higher life expectancy than average Californians. Adventist men can expect to live about seven years longer than other Californian men. Adventist women are likely to live around four years longer than otherCalifornian women. The Adventists also act much younger than they are and see doctors much less than ordinary people.So what’s the secret of the Adventists’longevity? It is not all in their genes. Nor is their good health a mere accident. The Adventists live longer partly because they have a vegetable-based diet.Around 35 percent of them are vegetarian, and around one half eat meat only rarely. Tobacco andalcohol consumptions are discouraged. So are rich or spicy foods, meat, and drinks containing caffeine. The Adventist diet is high in fruit and vegetables. It also includes plenty of whole grains, nuts, seeds and beans, and water is the drink of choice.The longevity of the Adventists is also related to their lifestyle and natural environment. They believe in having regular exercise, helping others, and maintaining strong social and familial ties. They live in a mild climate with warm summers and cool winters. Interestingly, the air quality of Loma Linda, however, is not as good as in other longevity hot spots. This should give us all hope, as it suggests that we don’t have to have every single factor in place in order to achieve excellent health. Despite this, the Adventists’good health certainly provides strong evidence that diet andlifestyle choices have a great impact on health and longevity.Short conversationsConversation 1W: I really need a holiday, so I’m going camping with some friends. What are you doing over the semester break?M: I haven’t got any plans yet. I don’t really have enough money to fly home. I suppose I could get a part-time job and earn some money, or maybe I could start studying for next semester.Q: What is the woman going to do over the semester break?Conversation 2M: I heard that you quit your swimming lessons. But you have paid $120 for them.W: Ah, it’s all these yoga sessions. I just couldn’t fit them all in. What’s more, I got the majority of my fees back because I quit immediately after the first day.Q: Why did the woman quit her swimming lessons?Conversation 3M: Shall we spend our weekend in Singapore? We can leave Friday afternoon so as to have dinner next to the river and enjoy fireworks at the shore!W: I’d rather go on Saturday. My aunt will drop in on Friday evening. We haven’t seen each otherfor a couple of years.Q: Why doesn’t the woman want to leave on Friday?Conversation 4M: What do I need to bring for our camping trip to the national park?W: Well, we’ve bought the food and rented a van. It’s a camping vehicle with a fridge and cookingequipment. I think you will need a warm sweater or jacket for the evenings.Q: What does the woman suggest the man bring for the camping trip to the park? Conversation 5M: Have you confirmed your booking at the hotel in Sydney? With only three days left before our trip, I hope everyone is as ready as I am!W: Not yet. But I’d better call them before we start our vacation. During this time of year theyalways get quite busy.Q: What will the woman probably do before the vacation?Long conversationM: Rebecca, I just learned of an amazing park right here near our city!W: Really? Is it a nature park or an entertainment park?M: It’s a beautiful nature park, located 15 miles from our home.W: What’s it called?M: It is called Big Sky Park and has nice walking trails and camping sites!W: Bill, this is perfect! We can have a vacation and still keep saving money to visit my family sometime. But, can we get to Big Sky Park without a car?M: Yes, easily. We just take the No. 32 bus that goes right to the park. The only problem will be getting all of our camping stuff with us on the bus.W: Well, I did just buy that new cart to help carry groceries home on the bus, plus we have your big backpack. Together, I think we will be fine. All of our camping equipment should easily fit on the bus.M: Good. Good! I know we can make it a really special weekend. I have longed for a time when we could walk alone together in the quiet beauty of nature. I’m so, so happy to have this chance to be with you at the park.W: I know me too! I know what I’ll do! I’ll pack all of our favorite food, and I’ll bake a small chocolate cake. Your favorite! Then we can drink tea and eat the chocolate cake around a campfire. I’m so happy you found Big Sky Park. I can’t wait, just two more days for the weekend to come!M: I’m so happy as well. Big Sky Park will be wonderful. The fire, the dinner and spending time with you make me such a happy, happy man, Rebecca!Passage 1A new museum entirely dedicated to laziness has opened in the capital city of Colombia. Butyou have to hurry if you want to see the exhibits and find out about being lazy because the exhibition lasts only for one week. The unusual show displays a whole range of things such as sofas, beds and anything that makes you feel like taking a rest. There are also plenty of televisions for those visiting couch potatoes to watch as they move around relaxingly in the museum.It is no coincidence but rather an intentional decision for the museum to have opened rightafter the holiday season. The idea is for people to think about laziness, and perhaps change their behavior and lifestyle throughout the rest of the year. It offers a practical experience to make us think about laziness in our high-speed, fast-paced societies.The museum’s founder Marcela Arrieta said she wanted people to rethink about laziness and decide whether it really is a bad thing. She told the media that people today always think about laziness as an enemy of work. For example, they may feel guilty if they sleep late, or they may feel they are wasting time after taking a nap or having a holiday.Ms. Arrieta may not be proposing that we should have a shorter working week, but she could have a point in that we do need more leisure time than our jobs allow us, and change our lifestyle to a type that is more relaxing. Besides, according to scientists, avoiding the pressure and stress ofwork can make us healthier and live longer. So, why not try out Ms. Arrieta’s advice for yourself, slow down, and think about being lazy?Short conversationsConversation 1M: I think the government could provide some money for homeless people to build their own homes. Homeless people would find it easier to get jobs if they had an address.W: It’s not a bad idea. But I wonder where the money will come from.Q: What does the man think the government could do?Conversation 2W: You see, some colleagues are not as active and efficient as usual and few have made any progress in their business recently.M: Why don’t we organize some social activities, such as a baseball match? Our colleagues can learn to help and cooperate with one another.Q: What does the man suggest to change the situation?Conversation 3W: I need to go across town, but the traffic is so heavy at this time of day.M: When you take the subway, you don’t have to deal with traffic. I never drive home. Driving at this time may be slower than walking.Q: What does the man suggest the woman do?Conversation 4W: Have you heard? Kate quit her job and went to Africa to work as a volunteer!M: Really? I really admire her courage. I think we should all extend an arm of help, love and compassion to help poor people become self-reliant financially and psychologically.Q: What does the man think we all should do?Conversation 5W: You know there are many creative ways to reuse items. For example, old shoe boxes can be used for storage and plastic containers can be used for growing plants.M: I never realized that we could be so green. I just learned to recycle glass bottles.Q: What are the two speakers talking about?Long conversationW: Hey, John! Everything OK? You look upset.M: Oh, hi Kate. I was in the cafeteria eating alone. James from accounting walked by, sat down to eat at the table right next to me –didn’t say a single word to me. I wondered why.W: Is that the main thing stressing you out, John?M: No, I was silly to feel bad about that. What I am stressed about is my workload. My manager, Steven, is a great guy. He always counts on me to get the work done. But I have five meetingsthis week and two big projects to complete by next Monday. I don’t see how I can finish. I’m really worried I’ll let my team down.W: I have some free time on Friday and over the weekend. I can help you with your extra work if you’d like. I know that feeling of being overwhelmed with work. It’s awful. I’d like to help. M: Really? You’d do that for me?W: Of course I will! John, a lot of us really admire your work. Some of us have asked to work on your team. You’re a great example to us, John. You shouldn’t doubt yourself. I’m glad to help out.M: Wow, Kate. Thanks!W: We could ... discuss it over dinner on Thursday. My treat!M: Wow. No ... I mean I get to buy dinner, Kate! How about the new restaurant on 6th Street, 365?It’s called 365 because it offers local, seasonal foods –fall, winter, spring, and summer –healthy choices with wonderful fresh fruits and vegetables. Let’s meet at 7 p.m.W: Sounds wonderful! Thursday, 7 p.m. at the new restaurant 365 on 6th Street. Perfect!Passage 1More than half of working Americans are dissatisfied with their jobs, according to a survey. That’s bad news for employers because workers’discontent can hurt productivity and hinder innovation.Lynn Franco, co-author of the report, says Americans’job satisfaction is at its lowest level in more than two decades: Only 45.3 percent of workers say they are satisfied with their jobs compared with 61 percent in 1987.The report was produced by the Conference Board, a non-profit organization that helps businesses strengthen their performance. It is based on a survey of 5,000 US households. It showsa drop in satisfaction in many aspects of an employee’s work life, including interest in the job, dealing with co-workers and bosses, commuting and job security. As a group, neither young people who are just entering the workforce nor employees who are about to retire, Franco says, arehappy with what they do.Only about 36 percent of workers under the age of 25 say they are currently satisfied withtheir jobs. And it’s not much better among baby boomers. Twenty years ago, more than 50 percentof baby boomers were satisfied. Today, that’s down to 46 percent.The most satisfied group of workers in the survey was those aged 25 to 34. Franco suggeststhat they may see some opportunities for upward mobility as baby boomers retire.The Conference Board survey also asked about the reasons behind job dissatisfaction. Thereare economic reasons such as wages, promotion policy and bonus policy that are sort of adding tothis level of dissatisfaction. In addition, workers are also dissatisfied with the benefits: vacation policy, family-related leave time, work schedule flexibility, and a variety of other factors as well.Short conversationsConversation 1W: I’ve read a lot about this young singer in the music press. She’s certainly creating a stir. Is she really that good?M: She’s absolutely brilliant. Each of her performances has been a sell-out. Her mix of rap and folk music is unique and awesome.Q: What does the man say about the singer?Conversation 2M: So here we are in Rome, Italy. In the next four days, we are going to have a full schedule.W: I’m so excited. Rome has been my dream city. I can’t wait to see the historical buildings, visit the art galleries and eat real Italian pizza. By the way, shall we start with the famous Capitoline Museums tomorrow?Q: What are the two speakers mainly talking about?Conversation 3W: Besides modern opera, which you are studying now, are there any other areas of the arts you enjoy?M: All sorts. I like pop music, and I very much enjoy pencil drawing. But what interests me most is poetry, especially American poetry in the early 20th century.Q: What’s the man’s area of study?Conversation 4M: Hi. I am calling to inquire about the exhibit of ancient Greek sculptures you are now hosting. Could you please tell me the admission fee and the opening times?W: Sure. Admission is free. The opening hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays, 10:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Fridays, and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays.Q: How long does the exhibit open on Saturdays?Conversation 5W: Darling, let’s check out the reviews of this movie online. If it’s good, we should watch it. M: I think we should. To watch a silent movie is certainly not something common in modern days. The actors must have superb skills to attract the audience if they do not say anything.Q: What is special about the movie?Long conversationW: This feels like a dream ... The last time I was in San Francisco was 30 years ago, when I was your age, 15 years old. So much has changed in the city–but you know–many of the sites are just the same.M: Wow! San Francisco is as beautiful as a picture! I can’t believe it! Let’s get going! Let’s look at the map and take the streetcar to the Golden Gate Bridge.W: Yes, of course. But, wait–let’s just take a moment to look at the Golden Gate Bridge from here–up high on the hill. See how amazing the sun looks, shining on the bridge there high above the water? Sometimes the best way to really enjoy something is to see it from different angles and perspectives.M: Yes! Just beautiful from here! OK! Let’s get going! Wait! You know what, Aunt Lucy, I’m really, really hungry! May we eat before we head out to see the Golden Gate Bridge?W: Yes, of course we can. We’re already here in Chinatown and near my favorite Chinese restaurant. Even after 30 years have passed since I last visited, it’s still busy and active.M: That’s great, Aunt Lucy!W: And, it’s right here!M: Wow! This is amazing! The man inside the window is making noodles by hand–just by pulling on the flour dough. I’ve never seen anything like it before. How?W: Yes, I know. It’s amazing, right? And the food is delicious, too! Sometimes the best way to enjoy culture is to simply slow down and truly experience it. We have five full days here inSan Francisco. Let’s go slowly and enjoy every moment!Passage 1The Mona Lisa is probably the most famous painting in the world. It was created byLeonardo da Vinci, the famous Italian artist, between around 1503 and 1506. The subject is the wife of a wealthy silk merchant of Italy. The woman’s husband requested Da Vinci to portray her as a celebration of their home’s completion and the birth of their second son. What is it about thispainting that has created such a lasting impact on the artistic world?One factor is the artist himself. Leonardo da Vinci was not only an artist, but also a scientist,an architect and an engineer. His knowledge of the human form came from the study of actual human bodies, so he was able to draw and paint it more accurately.Another factor is the material used for the painting. The Mona Lisa is an oil painting, butunlike other paintings, which are usually created on canvas, the Mona Lisa has a wood panel as the surface. The use of a wood panel makes it possible for the work to have survived for centuries.Lastly, the style and techniques used for the painting make the Mona Lisa a masterpiece. Da Vinci presented precise details in the subject’s hands and face. He applied a shadowing techniqueat the corners of her lips and her eyes, which gives her an unbelievably lifelike appearance. He also created a background with aerial views and a beautiful landscape. His remarkable skills left behind no visible brush marks at all.All these factors–Da Vinci’s talent, the medium used for the painting, the style and techniques applied in the work–contribute to the lasting and mysterious beauty of the Mona Lisa.Short conversationsConversation 1M: There is not much worth in reading the newspapers these days. They have more pages but fewer words that really matter.W: You said it! All you find in them are advertisements and celebrity gossip. I wish they could direct more attention to issues that are more important to society.Q: What does the man think of today’s newspapers?Conversation 2W: Hello. Today on Business Focus I am talking about knowledge management with Mr. Adam Johnson, the Human Resources Manager of a multinational company. Mr. Johnson, how has knowledge management changed the way your company works?M: In lots of ways. The most significant change occurs in how we manage the process of our project development …Q: What is the woman probably doing?Conversation 3W: Recently, reality television has swept across almost all channels: matchmaking, job hunting, and talent shows. I don’t know why people are so crazy about it!M: In my view, some people watch reality TV because it makes them feel they’re better than others. They may also enjoy seeing other people get embarrassed.Q: What does the man say about reality TV?Conversation 4W: I think teenagers today experience a different social reality from what we had before.M: Exactly. When we were kids, we would hang out with friends, chatting, or going to movies. That’s our experience, but what we see now is that young people are choosing to live online. Q: How do young people socialize today according to the man?Conversation 5W: Much has been said about how anti-social the Internet and mobile phones are, butI think communications technology is bringing people closer.M: Yes, I’d go along with you on that. With these modern tools, there’s a new kind ofconnectionbeing built within families.Q: What does the man think of modern communications technology?Long conversationW: Hey Billy! It’s 7:30 p.m.! Turn off your TV and computer. Come down to dinner. It seems your father is finishing his conference call with his team in China.M: OK Mom. Coming. But why is Dad on his computer while I can’t be on mine!W: Billy, your father is working. But you are chatting with your friends about celebrities!So your father needs to be on his computer. And you don’t!M: OK. Sorry, Mom. What are we having for dinner? Pizza?W: Pizza?! I’ve made us a nice dinner of roast chicken, mushroom soup and vegetable salad. I even made chocolate cake for dessert –and you want pizza!M: Just kidding Mom! I love your cooking! Mmm I’m hungry, and it smells delicious!W: Billy! I told you to shut down all electronics!M: Mom! This isn’t fair. You told me to turn off my computer and my TV –you didn’t say all electronics –and you didn’t mention my cell phone! I have to check the news! My favorite golf player just got in trouble for drunk driving! Please Mom! I have to find out!W: You can’t go five minutes without having your eyes on a screen! Hand me your phone. Now! I am turning it off so we can have a nice dinner.M: OK Mom. Fine! Here’s my phone.W: Now, where is your father?M: Will you make Dad do the same? We never have family dinner anymore without Dad being on electronics!W: Hmm, you know, Billy, you have a very good point. I think it’s time we had family dinner without any electronics. Here’s our new rule: Just for 45 minutes over dinner, no electronics!。
新视野大学英语视听说4(第三版)听力练习原文及答案(2020年7月整理).pdf
Short conversationsConversation 1W: The only thing I can do at night is to lie in bed and read, preferably while also eating a snack. I never have time for exercising.M: Don’t think it’s worth exercising only if you can run five miles or if you can bike for an hour. Even going for a 10-minute walk is worthwhile.Q: What advice does the man give to the woman?Conversation 2W: Hi, Mark, I’ve gained quite some weight recently. So, how can I eat healthily at social events? M: Well, drink a full glass of water before you go. Focus mainly on fresh fruit and vegetables or bread with whole grains. These will help you stay feeling full.Q: What can we know about the woman?Conversation 3W: I heard that in South Africa smoking is banned in all enclosed public spaces.M: Yes, that’s right. But pubs and bars with separate, enclosed smoking rooms are excluded from the ban, and most restaurants provide smoking sections, either indoor areas with good air circulation or outdoor open areas.Q: What can we learn about the smoking rules in South Africa?Conversation 4M: So, your research shows that even when children are not direct targets of violence in the home,they can be harmed by witnessing its occurrence?W: Yes, that’s right. For example, they can suffer immediate and permanent physical harm. They can also experience short- and long-term emotional and behavioral problems.Q: What are the two speakers talking about?Conversation 5W: Skipping breakfast is common among people who are trying to lose weight, but it doesn’t seem to be a successful strategy.M: No, it isn’t. While any breakfast may be better than no breakfast, a healthy breakfast can be something simple like a hard-boiled egg, a piece of 100 percent wholegrain toast along with a cup of 100 percent fruit juice.Q: What is recommended for a healthy breakfast?Long conversationM: I love working out!W: Ugh! You’re sweating all over the floor …M: I just ran five miles! A friend told me about this great park on Jefferson Street. I love exploring new parks!W: I try running at the gym three days a week, but it’s so boring looking at the TV monitor or the wall in front of me for an hour.M: You should run outside! Being in nature, enjoying the beautiful flowers and the trees, I feel my mind relax and the stress just falls away.W: It is nice outside. My mom loves t’ai chi and a nearby t’ai chi group meets every morning at 6a.m. I’ve tried going, but it’s too early for me to get out of bed …M: T’ai chi is really good. You need some kind of exercise. It’s unhealthy for you to sit in front of your computer all day, every day!W: Well, I recently spend my weekends away from my computer.M: Oh really? And what have you done recently that didn’t involve a computer or TV screen? W: Pandas! I just went to the San Diego Zoo with my sister on Saturday! They have one of the best panda exhibits in the US. The mother panda is from Wolong, China, and had had six baby pandas by 2012 since arriving at the San Diego Zoo in September of 1996.M: Oh, I bet baby pandas are amazing! Hey! Maybe you should get a zoo membership and go jogging in the zoo!W: A zoo membership! Now that’s a great idea! I love the San Diego Zoo. It’s near my house, I can get good exercise and I can watch the baby pandas grow up!Passage 1Have you ever felt you don’t have enough hours in the day? Or that you’d give anything for a whole day to catch up with yourself? Well, here are some ideas that work for me.First of all, make a to-do list every day and set clear priorities. The trick here isn’t making the list; that’s the easy part. The trick is making the priorities. I look at my list and put a star next to anything that is really urgent. Then I put the number “2”next to anything that will just take a couple of minutes. I actually do these quick tasks before I get on with the urgent ones; it’s a bit like clearing off the top of your desk before sitting down to write that important letter. Second, know when is the most productive time of day for you and do your work or study then. One of the shocking discoveries I made about myself is that if I get up at 5 a.m., I can do a day’s work and even fit breakfast in before half past nine. Of course, if you are an early bird, it canbe difficult to accomplish tasks that involve phoning “night owls”, but that’s what email’s for! Finally, do not let your inbox run your life. I just realized recently how frequently Iinterrupted my real work to check my inbox and respond to the most trivial of emails. So, now I only open it when absolutely necessary and this saves me hours. If your work depends on you being constantly accessible by email, then you can’t do this; but be honest and ask yourself, “Am I an email addict?”With these simple, practical techniques, you will become more efficient, less stressed and be able to win some “me-time”for yourself.Short conversationsConversation 1W: So this is your last year in college. Have you ever thought about what you’d like to do after graduation?M: Well, I really don’t know. The job market seems to be improving, so I may look for a job somewhere. But I am also interested in applying for graduate school.Q: What are the two speakers talking about?Conversation 2M: Do you remember Linda we met a while ago at Susan’s birthday party?W: Linda? Do you mean the lady who you said was a nurse in the community hospital before her retirement? Yeah, I remember. She looks very young for her age.Q: What does the woman think of Linda?Conversation 3M: I wish I could retire tomorrow. Then I would not need to worry about work.W: I don’t look forward to retirement. I’m afraid of getting old –my body will slow down, and my children will be away. I dread losing independence and living in loneliness.Q: What makes the woman afraid of getting old?Conversation 4W: I consider my early 20s to be the prime time of my life. How about you?M: I couldn’t agree with you more. That’s no doubt the golden period. You are young and energetic. You are free to pursue your passion. The best thing is that you have a wealth of opportunities to explore.Q: What does the man like best about being in his early 20s?Conversation 5W: Hi, John. You are taking Law 201 this semester, right? How do you like it?M: Yeah, it’s a great class. We’ve looked at several cases of age discrimination at work. Such cases are very interesting because they are rarely clear-cut and court decisions can be rather controversial.Q: What does the man say about age discrimination cases?Long conversationM: Nancy, time to make a birthday wish!W: I wish ... hmm. OK! I want a high-paying job, a husband with a perfect face and body, and abig house ... with a swimming pool!M: Wow, Nancy! Those are your three wishes?W: Of course! If I have those three things, I’ll be happy!M: Now, Nancy. Let me tell you my story, and you may see things differently.W: “See things differently?”What do you mean, Uncle Charlie?M: Here is what I once experienced in life. When I married, 32 years ago, we had a happy marriage, a beautiful house, two expensive cars, and $200,000 in the bank!W: See, just like now!M: Wait! I would suggest three different wishes!W: Well ... What would you wish for? You’re older and wiser!M: What happens if you lose your job, lose your house, and your husband becomes sick? I suggestthese three wishes: patience, courage and love!W: Patience, courage and love?M: Yes! If you have patience and courage, you and your husband will have good jobs and a nice house. And if you have true love, you and your husband will be beautiful to each other nomatter how old you become together.W: This is good.M: Within six years of our marriage, we had three beautiful children, but we lost our jobs, our house, all our money, and then I got really sick for nine years. But we didn’t lose anythingtruly valuable, because we always said: “Wherever the five of us are together, we are at home!”And, little by little things did improve, and I finally got well. Patience, courage and love!These are what make life full, strong and happy!W: Hmm, I will remember. Patience, courage and love! Thanks, Uncle Charlie!Passage 1If you think that you have to live up a remote mountain in order to live a long and healthy life,a religious community in Loma Linda, California, may prove you wrong. Its members are a group of Christians known as the Seventh-day Adventists. The Adventists enjoy a much higher life expectancy than average Californians. Adventist men can expect to live about seven years longer than other Californian men. Adventist women are likely to live around four years longer than otherCalifornian women. The Adventists also act much younger than they are and see doctors much less than ordinary people.So what’s the secret of the Adventists’longevity? It is not all in their genes. Nor is their good health a mere accident. The Adventists live longer partly because they have a vegetable-based diet.Around 35 percent of them are vegetarian, and around one half eat meat only rarely. Tobacco andalcohol consumptions are discouraged. So are rich or spicy foods, meat, and drinks containing caffeine. The Adventist diet is high in fruit and vegetables. It also includes plenty of whole grains, nuts, seeds and beans, and water is the drink of choice.The longevity of the Adventists is also related to their lifestyle and natural environment. They believe in having regular exercise, helping others, and maintaining strong social and familial ties. They live in a mild climate with warm summers and cool winters. Interestingly, the air quality of Loma Linda, however, is not as good as in other longevity hot spots. This should give us all hope, as it suggests that we don’t have to have every single factor in place in order to achieve excellent health. Despite this, the Adventists’good health certainly provides strong evidence that diet andlifestyle choices have a great impact on health and longevity.Short conversationsConversation 1W: I really need a holiday, so I’m going camping with some friends. What are you doing over the semester break?M: I haven’t got any plans yet. I don’t really have enough money to fly home. I suppose I could get a part-time job and earn some money, or maybe I could start studying for next semester.Q: What is the woman going to do over the semester break?Conversation 2M: I heard that you quit your swimming lessons. But you have paid $120 for them.W: Ah, it’s all these yoga sessions. I just couldn’t fit them all in. What’s more, I got the majority of my fees back because I quit immediately after the first day.Q: Why did the woman quit her swimming lessons?Conversation 3M: Shall we spend our weekend in Singapore? We can leave Friday afternoon so as to have dinner next to the river and enjoy fireworks at the shore!W: I’d rather go on Saturday. My aunt will drop in on Friday evening. We haven’t seen each otherfor a couple of years.Q: Why doesn’t the woman want to leave on Friday?Conversation 4M: What do I need to bring for our camping trip to the national park?W: Well, we’ve bought the food and rented a van. It’s a camping vehicle with a fridge and cookingequipment. I think you will need a warm sweater or jacket for the evenings.Q: What does the woman suggest the man bring for the camping trip to the park? Conversation 5M: Have you confirmed your booking at the hotel in Sydney? With only three days left before our trip, I hope everyone is as ready as I am!W: Not yet. But I’d better call them before we start our vacation. During this time of year theyalways get quite busy.Q: What will the woman probably do before the vacation?Long conversationM: Rebecca, I just learned of an amazing park right here near our city!W: Really? Is it a nature park or an entertainment park?M: It’s a beautiful nature park, located 15 miles from our home.W: What’s it called?M: It is called Big Sky Park and has nice walking trails and camping sites!W: Bill, this is perfect! We can have a vacation and still keep saving money to visit my family sometime. But, can we get to Big Sky Park without a car?M: Yes, easily. We just take the No. 32 bus that goes right to the park. The only problem will be getting all of our camping stuff with us on the bus.W: Well, I did just buy that new cart to help carry groceries home on the bus, plus we have your big backpack. Together, I think we will be fine. All of our camping equipment should easily fit on the bus.M: Good. Good! I know we can make it a really special weekend. I have longed for a time when we could walk alone together in the quiet beauty of nature. I’m so, so happy to have this chance to be with you at the park.W: I know me too! I know what I’ll do! I’ll pack all of our favorite food, and I’ll bake a small chocolate cake. Your favorite! Then we can drink tea and eat the chocolate cake around a campfire. I’m so happy you found Big Sky Park. I can’t wait, just two more days for the weekend to come!M: I’m so happy as well. Big Sky Park will be wonderful. The fire, the dinner and spending time with you make me such a happy, happy man, Rebecca!Passage 1A new museum entirely dedicated to laziness has opened in the capital city of Colombia. Butyou have to hurry if you want to see the exhibits and find out about being lazy because the exhibition lasts only for one week. The unusual show displays a whole range of things such as sofas, beds and anything that makes you feel like taking a rest. There are also plenty of televisions for those visiting couch potatoes to watch as they move around relaxingly in the museum.It is no coincidence but rather an intentional decision for the museum to have opened rightafter the holiday season. The idea is for people to think about laziness, and perhaps change their behavior and lifestyle throughout the rest of the year. It offers a practical experience to make us think about laziness in our high-speed, fast-paced societies.The museum’s founder Marcela Arrieta said she wanted people to rethink about laziness and decide whether it really is a bad thing. She told the media that people today always think about laziness as an enemy of work. For example, they may feel guilty if they sleep late, or they may feel they are wasting time after taking a nap or having a holiday.Ms. Arrieta may not be proposing that we should have a shorter working week, but she could have a point in that we do need more leisure time than our jobs allow us, and change our lifestyle to a type that is more relaxing. Besides, according to scientists, avoiding the pressure and stress ofwork can make us healthier and live longer. So, why not try out Ms. Arrieta’s advice for yourself, slow down, and think about being lazy?Short conversationsConversation 1M: I think the government could provide some money for homeless people to build their own homes. Homeless people would find it easier to get jobs if they had an address.W: It’s not a bad idea. But I wonder where the money will come from.Q: What does the man think the government could do?Conversation 2W: You see, some colleagues are not as active and efficient as usual and few have made any progress in their business recently.M: Why don’t we organize some social activities, such as a baseball match? Our colleagues can learn to help and cooperate with one another.Q: What does the man suggest to change the situation?Conversation 3W: I need to go across town, but the traffic is so heavy at this time of day.M: When you take the subway, you don’t have to deal with traffic. I never drive home. Driving at this time may be slower than walking.Q: What does the man suggest the woman do?Conversation 4W: Have you heard? Kate quit her job and went to Africa to work as a volunteer!M: Really? I really admire her courage. I think we should all extend an arm of help, love and compassion to help poor people become self-reliant financially and psychologically.Q: What does the man think we all should do?Conversation 5W: You know there are many creative ways to reuse items. For example, old shoe boxes can be used for storage and plastic containers can be used for growing plants.M: I never realized that we could be so green. I just learned to recycle glass bottles.Q: What are the two speakers talking about?Long conversationW: Hey, John! Everything OK? You look upset.M: Oh, hi Kate. I was in the cafeteria eating alone. James from accounting walked by, sat down to eat at the table right next to me –didn’t say a single word to me. I wondered why.W: Is that the main thing stressing you out, John?M: No, I was silly to feel bad about that. What I am stressed about is my workload. My manager, Steven, is a great guy. He always counts on me to get the work done. But I have five meetingsthis week and two big projects to complete by next Monday. I don’t see how I can finish. I’m really worried I’ll let my team down.W: I have some free time on Friday and over the weekend. I can help you with your extra work if you’d like. I know that feeling of being overwhelmed with work. It’s awful. I’d like to help. M: Really? You’d do that for me?W: Of course I will! John, a lot of us really admire your work. Some of us have asked to work on your team. You’re a great example to us, John. You shouldn’t doubt yourself. I’m glad to help out.M: Wow, Kate. Thanks!W: We could ... discuss it over dinner on Thursday. My treat!M: Wow. No ... I mean I get to buy dinner, Kate! How about the new restaurant on 6th Street, 365?It’s called 365 because it offers local, seasonal foods –fall, winter, spring, and summer –healthy choices with wonderful fresh fruits and vegetables. Let’s meet at 7 p.m.W: Sounds wonderful! Thursday, 7 p.m. at the new restaurant 365 on 6th Street. Perfect!Passage 1More than half of working Americans are dissatisfied with their jobs, according to a survey. That’s bad news for employers because workers’discontent can hurt productivity and hinder innovation.Lynn Franco, co-author of the report, says Americans’job satisfaction is at its lowest level in more than two decades: Only 45.3 percent of workers say they are satisfied with their jobs compared with 61 percent in 1987.The report was produced by the Conference Board, a non-profit organization that helps businesses strengthen their performance. It is based on a survey of 5,000 US households. It showsa drop in satisfaction in many aspects of an employee’s work life, including interest in the job, dealing with co-workers and bosses, commuting and job security. As a group, neither young people who are just entering the workforce nor employees who are about to retire, Franco says, arehappy with what they do.Only about 36 percent of workers under the age of 25 say they are currently satisfied withtheir jobs. And it’s not much better among baby boomers. Twenty years ago, more than 50 percentof baby boomers were satisfied. Today, that’s down to 46 percent.The most satisfied group of workers in the survey was those aged 25 to 34. Franco suggeststhat they may see some opportunities for upward mobility as baby boomers retire.The Conference Board survey also asked about the reasons behind job dissatisfaction. Thereare economic reasons such as wages, promotion policy and bonus policy that are sort of adding tothis level of dissatisfaction. In addition, workers are also dissatisfied with the benefits: vacation policy, family-related leave time, work schedule flexibility, and a variety of other factors as well.Short conversationsConversation 1W: I’ve read a lot about this young singer in the music press. She’s certainly creating a stir. Is she really that good?M: She’s absolutely brilliant. Each of her performances has been a sell-out. Her mix of rap and folk music is unique and awesome.Q: What does the man say about the singer?Conversation 2M: So here we are in Rome, Italy. In the next four days, we are going to have a full schedule.W: I’m so excited. Rome has been my dream city. I can’t wait to see the historical buildings, visit the art galleries and eat real Italian pizza. By the way, shall we start with the famous Capitoline Museums tomorrow?Q: What are the two speakers mainly talking about?Conversation 3W: Besides modern opera, which you are studying now, are there any other areas of the arts you enjoy?M: All sorts. I like pop music, and I very much enjoy pencil drawing. But what interests me most is poetry, especially American poetry in the early 20th century.Q: What’s the man’s area of study?Conversation 4M: Hi. I am calling to inquire about the exhibit of ancient Greek sculptures you are now hosting. Could you please tell me the admission fee and the opening times?W: Sure. Admission is free. The opening hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays,10:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Fridays, and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays.Q: How long does the exhibit open on Saturdays?Conversation 5W: Darling, let’s check out the reviews of this movie online. If it’s good, we should watch it. M: I think we should. To watch a silent movie is certainly not something common in modern days. The actors must have superb skills to attract the audience if they do not say anything.Q: What is special about the movie?Long conversationW: This feels like a dream ... The last time I was in San Francisco was 30 years ago, when I was your age, 15 years old. So much has changed in the city–but you know–many of the sites are just the same.M: Wow! San Francisco is as beautiful as a picture! I can’t believe it! Let’s get going! Let’s look at the map and take the streetcar to the Golden Gate Bridge.W: Yes, of course. But, wait–let’s just take a moment to look at the Golden Gate Bridge from here–up high on the hill. See how amazing the sun looks, shining on the bridge there high above the water? Sometimes the best way to really enjoy something is to see it from different angles and perspectives.M: Yes! Just beautiful from here! OK! Let’s get going! Wait! You know what, Aunt Lucy, I’m really, really hungry! May we eat before we head out to see the Golden Gate Bridge?W: Yes, of course we can. We’re already here in Chinatown and near my favorite Chinese restaurant. Even after 30 years have passed since I last visited, it’s still busy and active.M: That’s great, Aunt Lucy!W: And, it’s right here!M: Wow! This is amazing! The man inside the window is making noodles by hand–just by pulling on the flour dough. I’ve never seen anything like it before. How?W: Yes, I know. It’s amazing, right? And the food is delicious, too! Sometimes the best way to enjoy culture is to simply slow down and truly experience it. We have five full days here inSan Francisco. Let’s go slowly and enjoy every moment!Passage 1The Mona Lisa is probably the most famous painting in the world. It was created byLeonardo da Vinci, the famous Italian artist, between around 1503 and 1506. The subject is the wife of a wealthy silk merchant of Italy. The woman’s husband requested Da Vinci to portray her as a celebration of their home’s completion and the birth of their second son. What is it about thispainting that has created such a lasting impact on the artistic world?One factor is the artist himself. Leonardo da Vinci was not only an artist, but also a scientist,an architect and an engineer. His knowledge of the human form came from the study of actual human bodies, so he was able to draw and paint it more accurately.Another factor is the material used for the painting. The Mona Lisa is an oil painting, butunlike other paintings, which are usually created on canvas, the Mona Lisa has a wood panel as the surface. The use of a wood panel makes it possible for the work to have survived for centuries.Lastly, the style and techniques used for the painting make the Mona Lisa a masterpiece. Da Vinci presented precise details in the subject’s hands and face. He applied a shadowing techniqueat the corners of her lips and her eyes, which gives her an unbelievably lifelike appearance. He also created a background with aerial views and a beautiful landscape. His remarkable skills left behind no visible brush marks at all.All these factors–Da Vinci’s talent, the medium used for the painting, the style and techniques applied in the work–contribute to the lasting and mysterious beauty of the Mona Lisa.Short conversationsConversation 1M: There is not much worth in reading the newspapers these days. They have more pages but fewer words that really matter.W: You said it! All you find in them are advertisements and celebrity gossip. I wish they could direct more attention to issues that are more important to society.Q: What does the man think of today’s newspapers?Conversation 2W: Hello. Today on Business Focus I am talking about knowledge management with Mr. Adam Johnson, the Human Resources Manager of a multinational company. Mr. Johnson, how has knowledge management changed the way your company works?M: In lots of ways. The most significant change occurs in how we manage the process of our project development …Q: What is the woman probably doing?Conversation 3W: Recently, reality television has swept across almost all channels: matchmaking, job hunting, and talent shows. I don’t know why people are so crazy about it!M: In my view, some people watch reality TV because it makes them feel they’re better than others. They may also enjoy seeing other people get embarrassed.Q: What does the man say about reality TV?Conversation 4W: I think teenagers today experience a different social reality from what we had before.M: Exactly. When we were kids, we would hang out with friends, chatting, or going to movies. That’s our experience, but what we see now is that young people are choosing to live online. Q: How do young people socialize today according to the man?Conversation 5W: Much has been said about how anti-social the Internet and mobile phones are, butI think communications technology is bringing people closer.M: Yes, I’d go along with you on that. With these modern tools, there’s a new kind ofconnectionbeing built within families.Q: What does the man think of modern communications technology?Long conversationW: Hey Billy! It’s 7:30 p.m.! Turn off your TV and computer. Come down to dinner. It seems your father is finishing his conference call with his team in China.M: OK Mom. Coming. But why is Dad on his computer while I can’t be on mine!W: Billy, your father is working. But you are chatting with your friends about celebrities!So your father needs to be on his computer. And you don’t!M: OK. Sorry, Mom. What are we having for dinner? Pizza?W: Pizza?! I’ve made us a nice dinner of roast chicken, mushroom soup and vegetable salad. I even made chocolate cake for dessert –and you want pizza!M: Just kidding Mom! I love your cooking! Mmm I’m hungry, and it smells delicious!W: Billy! I told you to shut down all electronics!M: Mom! This isn’t fair. You told me to turn off my computer and my TV –you didn’t say all electronics –and you didn’t mention my cell phone! I have to check the news! My favorite golf player just got in trouble for drunk driving! Please Mom! I have to find out!W: You can’t go five minutes without having your eyes on a screen! Hand me your phone. Now! I am turning it off so we can have a nice dinner.M: OK Mom. Fine! Here’s my phone.W: Now, where is your father?M: Will you make Dad do the same? We never have family dinner anymore without Dad being on electronics!W: Hmm, you know, Billy, you have a very good point. I think it’s time we had family dinner without any electronics. Here’s our new rule: Just for 45 minutes over dinner, no electronics!。
新视野大学英语视听说4听力标准答案(全)
新视野大学英语视听说教程4第二版答案Unit 1 enjoy your feeli ngs!AngerCorrect answersirritatedblow upCorrect answersHappi nessCorrect answersbadnessCorrect ansv/erscheerlessdepressedheartbrokenin low spiritsout or sortsBasic liste ning practiceKeys: CBDADl Liste ning InTask 1 what a clumsy man!Keys: ACDCBTask 2 causes of depressionKeys:(1)families (2)chemicals (3)information (4)certain symptoms (5)self-esteem (6)thinking patter ns (7)mood (8)divorce (9)physical abuse (10)fi nan cial difficulties (11)stress (12)a nxietyTask 3 happ in ess in dexKeys: BDAACl Let ' s TalkKeys: (1) shy (2) crying (3)scared (4) came down (5) fun (6) nice (7) two sisters (8) argue (9)touch (10) bad time (11) speak (12) comfortable (13) brother (14) adults (15) children (16) sec on dary (17) growing up (18) lear nl Further Liste ning and Speak ingTask 1(51) owner(52) ru nning(53) drop(54) ru n(55) local(56) yelli ng(57) lives(58) As he' s pick ing himself up, he sees a large man, almost seve n feet tall.(59) The barte nder n ervously hands the big man a beer, hands shak ing.(S10) "I got to get out of town! 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If she wears that with her turquoise silk blouse and a match ing n ecklace and earri ngs, she will look dressed up.3 If she wears a T-shirt with the black dress slacks, she is more casual.4 If she brings a pashm ina, or ano ther dress scarf, she can dress up the T-shirt into casual chic.5 Her suitcase will be n early empty, with lots of room for shopp ing.View ing and speak ingcombi ning clothi ng with new tech no logy brand-new stylenew in dustrial desig n soluti onselectro nics and fashi on in to your collar went into part nership with bring them togetherthe moder n-day worker 600 pounds to what we might expectUn it 2 Unit test CBCBD(1)-(7) con test quee ns outgo ing cheers title tours performed(8) A beautiful woma n has very great powers to convince, and we have see n many misses who have done a great job(9) Wome n's liberati on orga ni zati ons in the Un ited States regularly dem on strate in protest outside Miss America and Miss World con tests(10) All the same, some Australia ns were hop ing the two-hour show would draw world atte nti on to the beauty of their country and attract tourists ADCBB CDADD BCBDBUnit 3Lead indrought earthquake flood forest fire Iandslide snowstorm tsunami typho onvolca nic erupti onBasic liste ning Keys: DACBC Liste ning in Task 1 BCADC Task 2 BBABAundersea result in dry spell flood water supplies famine melt ing swell man-made dams Further liste ning Task 1 BADACTask 21. 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So, the new CEO held a press conference and tactfully laid the blame at the feet of the previous CEO.4. The message read, "Reorga ni ze." The new CEO did it, and the compa ny quickly rebo un ded.5. The message said, "Prepare three en velopes." It implied that it was time for Carl to leave and give three similar en velopes to the next CEO.View ing and speak ingTask 1 earning live on frustrating head chasing television editorlaunching basis privilegedUn it 4 Unit testDDADD(1)-(7) expe nsive decli ned averaged compared age ncy floor accommodati on(8) But the biggest climber of all was Dubli n, with the Irish capital jump ing nine places to the tenth among the world's most expe nsive office locatio ns(9) Globally, most office locations continued to register declines in occupancy costs last year, reflect ing the weak and un certa in global econo mic environment(10) 1 n Euro terms, London is some 17 percent cheaper than last year, but in dollar terms it is virtually un cha ngedDCADBABDCA DDCCDUnit 5Lead in DADBBasic Liste ning Practice BCACDListe ning inTaskl BACCDTask2 BABABTask3 DCBCALet ' s talksupermarkets a factory capacity kitchen commercial 6 againstmy own appeal larger high-risk gamble on e-ma n supportFurther liste ning and speak ingTask 1 ABCDATask 2 AABBBTask 31. She had experie nee as a career coun selor who had coun seled hun dreds of people about career cha nges. But whe n her husba nd lost his job, they were both caught un prepared.2. They were un prepared to tell their childre n, un prepared for the mix of emoti ons, and most dramatically, unprepared for the sudden loss of routine in their lives.3. She saw her husband sitting in their home office patting his forehead and muttering to himself, "Now what am I supposed to do"4. In the bookstore they found lots of books about job search, but not asin gle book on the day-to-day challe nges people face whe n they get laid-off.5. They had gathered eno ugh in terest ing material for a book on careertran siti ons —the book they n eeded but could n't find last July.View ing and speak ing three millio n target hard task salesme n turn thi ngs around suggesti ons expectati ons how many salespeople market brand problems challe nges money in vestme nt experie need n egotiati onUn it 5 Unit test CDCBD(1)-(7)positivereasons try figure mai ntai n curve path(8)lt's clear that job hopp ing ben efits the employee, not the employer(9) the trick with job hopp ing is to make sure your resume always shows that you make a huge con tributi on wherever you go(10) You can show that you are loyal to a compa ny by exceedi ng their expectati ons with your outsta nding performa nee CBDAC ABDCD CDBBAUnit 6Lead inCCADB Liste ning in Task 1 CBADC Task 2 terriblemisfortunereflectiondamaged heaven pick washedSome people claim that the nu mber is bad luck because 13 people sat dow n for the Last Supper before Jesus was crucifiedFriday the 13th of any month is considered especially bad or uniucky, and Friday the 13th of March is the worst of them all they mea n that every seve n years a pers on un dergoes a complete cha nge in pers on alitycrop circle Correct answer. crop circleUFO Correct answerUFOMaya civilizationCorrect answer si 白tues on Easierstatues on EasterIsland Correct answer. Llava civilizationGreat PyramidCorrect answerStoneheTigeStonehenge Correct answer Great PyramidTask 3 falling stock markets even more superstitious much less constructive actionless lucky worked more satisfied exams trustrevisi onLet's talk Task 1 mysteryin side out largest three millio n outside inner his theoryused up the base 137-meter purpose tall, narrow 100,000 or so radar Further liste ning and speak ing Task 1 ABDDB Task 2 AABBA Task 31. The magicia n did the same tricks over and over aga in.2. The capta in's parrot watched every show and bega n to un dersta nd what the magicia n did in each trick. Once he understood that, he started shouting in the middle of the show.3. Each time the parrot revealed one of his secrets, the audienee roared with laughter. The performa nee he inten ded to be dark and mysterious tur ned into a comedy.4. The ship collided with an eno rmous iceberg and sank. The magicia n found himself on a piece of wood, in the middle of the ocea n, and the parrot was by his side.5. He said, "OK, I give up. But I hope you'll tell me what trick you are going to do with the boat." View ing and speak ing Task 1 feet shapes spaceextraterrestriallift ing out of rubbish Un it 6 Unit test DACCC(1)-(7)discovered eager died convincing writi ngIn dia ns taught(8) The Easter Isla nders lived on sweet potatoes they sweet potatoes came from the Americas (9) Remember that the dista nces in volved were great, further tha n the dista nee from Europe to the closest place in the Americas(10) a few America n In dia ns could have reached Easter Isla nd, because of a storm, and brought the seeds of sweet potatoes with themtheoryman-madelook afterconceivable circle makermystery mysterious farmersexperts a million outer image expla in genuine catch appear IandscapeBDACDADDDC ABCCCUnit 7Basic liste ningAADBCListe ning inTask 1DCAABTask 2DCAABTask 3 rest Sun day in dustrial revoluti on God six-day work week late 19th and early 20th relaxati on great boon con sumer spe nding Second World War two days do not work religious activitiesLet's talkTask 1 held back transport highest subsistenee lower 2, 000-kilometer minerals potential development number one tourism only two Iandscapes fascinating commuti ng tourist ruined history traditi onal mistakesFurther liste ning and speak ingFurther liste ning > Task 1AABBBTask 2CABBDTask 3ABCDCView ing and speak ingTask 1 book search engines real customers judge 250 pounds two days partying click targeti ngUn it 7 Unit testCABDD(1)-(7)whe n competitive ness unmanned regularly extra households Previously(8) To serve these new shoppers it is also n ecessary for more stores to rema in ope n and thus more people to work on weeke nds(9) Weeke nds are days whe n people can safely sleep in and also not have to worry as much about the ill effects of a han gover(10) One area in which the weekend has remained unaffected is education, where schools are shut on Saturdays and Sun daysCABDDCACDB AACBBUnit 8Lead inTask1 c a f d g b eTask2GM cropsstem cellgen etic mapcloningBasic liste ning BCDACListe ning inTask 1 BAAADTask 2breeders have already used preliminary information from the rice genome to create experime ntal stra ins of rice that better resist cold and pestsnew map could better explain more tha n just rice. Rice shares a com mon an cestor with other cereal cropssignificant progress has been made in the analysis of the rice genome, the mapping of the huma n genes is also making headway Task 3 CBDAD Let ' s talkkitchens opposed labeled completely law no wayGM ingredients choice Tougher any content the public fear safer naturallycheap decideTask 2 AABBA Task 3 DBACC Task 3 trees n ative genes blackoniontastepois onoustestedtoxic fishpopularbiggerfood normallylargerthreefoldgenesorigi nally differe nt risks laboratory en viro nmentUn it 8 Unit test CBDBD(1)-(7)yield ide ntifycentralabno rmal how to sig nals(8)The most importa nt pote ntial application of human stem cells is perhaps the generation ofcells and tissues(9)Stem cells, directed to differe ntiate into specific cell types, will offer a source of replaceme nt cells and tissues (10)it may become possible to gen erate healthy heart muscle cells in the laboratory and the n transplant those cells into patients with chronic heart diseaseTask 1 biotech no logy rejected special labels 73% to 27%a new type of tomato aga instsave livesimprove the human conditionconven tio nal foodsFuther liste ningmedic inesBDCACBDCAC ABBADUnit 9Lead ind f a h g c b eBasic liste ning practiceACDBAListe ning inTask 1 ACDCBTask 2 CDCABTask 3 downtown loan security agreed against underground settleThat ' ll be $5000 in principal and $ in interest.We are very happy to have had your bus in ess, and this tran sact ion has worked out very nicely, but we are a little con fused.Where else in Man hatta n can I park my car for two weeks for only $ and expect it to be there where I returnLet ' s talktrouble salessave backedsalary private medical100,000 poun dsa no thermoney hiredebt face the factssecuri ngdifficult con tacts schoolboy excuseFurther liste ning and speak ingTask 1 en viro nment economy minus en terprise'sbe nefits dema nds bala need, susta in ablege nerati onsTask 2 CDDABTask 3 BABAAView ing and speak ingTasklmarket ing campaig nhuge challe ngemarketfootballeight new teamstime-c onsumin gthe market ing and the orga ni sati onUn it 9 Unit testACDCD(1)-(7)measure modest showed weakest relucta nt econo mist An alysts(8) 1 nflati on rose at a relatively speedy perce nt rate in the sec ond quarter, the same as at the start of the year(9) Other data on Friday showed con sumer spirits have brighte ned a bit this month while bus in ess activity has picked up in the Midwest(10) When you combine the first quarter and the second quarter, we're growing at percent, which is a very strong, susta in able growth rateBCDACADDAA DCBBAUnit 10Basic liste ningDCABCListe ning inTask 1 future needs shares risk banks 30 a half rate capital lossin tercha ngeably savi ngsTask 2DBCCATask 3ABBAALet's talkTask 11) they must sort out their cash flow problem by sell ing a part of the bus in ess to in vestors.2) it's a realistic amount to take this manu facturi ng bus in ess forward.3) they must update their in itial bus in ess pla n4) it's time to put on the suit and try to sell part of Cyclepods to an investor.5) so ni have to... maybe get the heavies in or someth ing.6) The most importa nt thing James n eeds to do over the n ext two mon ths is to raise cash7) Cyclepods can't do anything without an updated bus in ess pla n.8) it's back to basics for a fun evening of nu mber crunching and spread sheets,9) it's time for a professional and considered rehearsal to get his sales pitch just right.10) Presentation skills are going to be crucialFurther liste ning and speak ingFurther liste ningTask 1ABDBCTask 2CBDACTask 31. He has been following the roller coaster ride of his stock portfolio and it's driving him mad.2. Stocks are pretty hard to predict. So she has put her money into hedge fun ds.3. A hedge is a way of reducing risk. A hedge fund is a company that creates a stock portfolio that tries to bala nee the market activity.4. Analysts examine stocks to assess which ones are likely to go up, and which will likely go down.5. He says that if he leaves his money with a fund man ager, perhaps the man ager can trade his stocks in a more profitable way.View ing and speak ingTask 1 cash easy results pay bills head 26% close the deal figures idea pla n fine bus in ess guide vot ing rights say strong point in vestme nt 150000 26%Un it 10 Unit testBDCDB(1)-(7)i ndividual owned man aged in vest own ership shareholders in vestors(8) shareholders are ofte n able to own a greater and more diverse nu mber of stocks tha n if they in vested directly in the stock market(9) the in vestme nt man ageme nt compa ny spon sori ng the fund issues new shares to in vestors and buys back shares from in vestors wish ing to leave the fund(10) The spon sor does not buy back or issue shares after a closed-e nd fund is laun ched, so thein vestor must trade them through a broker CDCAABCADB CDADB。
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新视野大学英语视听说教程第四册听力练习录音文本和答案Uint5B D AC DIII. Listening InB D AC CTask 2: A Hard-nosed Boss(S1) watched(S2) when(S3) pile(S4) around(S5) leaned(S6) hiding(S7) indifferently(S8) Stone rushed into the cashier’s office, took$250 from the cash box, and returned. “Take it,”he said, “and get out! Don’t let me see you around here again!”(S9) Seeing the young man showed no sign of embarrassment, Stone got furious.(S10)He was waiting for the 20 dollars we owe him for lunch. He works for the coffee shop around the corner.”Task3: Layoffs can be predicted.D C B C AIV. Speaking OutSusan: Excuse me, Helen, do you have a minute to talk?Helen:That question always carries some weigh t, Sue.What’s up?Susan: Well, uh…Here goes…My university wants me to go back to update the university website.Helen: So what? You can go back on the weekend, or in the evening.Susan:But it’s a large project. So I’m afraid I have to terminate my work here before my internship is over. I have to go back next Thursday.Helen:Oh? This is quite a surprise, Sue. I’m sad that you’ll be leaving us. You run this place with clockwork efficiency, you know. We’re going to miss you.Susan: I hope this one-week notice will give you time to hire and train a replacement.Helen:Thanks for the notices, Sue.Assistants like you are one in a million. I guess we’d better start looking as soon as possible.Susan: With your approval, I’ll put out notice today and screen the application myself.Helen:That would be great. Schedule them in as you see fit. Oh, Sue, things certainly won’t be the same withoutyou around here.Susan: Thank you for your kind words. If you have any problem, please feel free to call me.MODEL2 We have to let you go.ScriptHelen: Tom, the reason I called you into my office is your work.Tom: Really?Helen: The truth is ..I’m not satisfied with your job performance.Tom: Are you sure I haven’t been doing a good job?Helen: Tom, you’ve been reprimanded a number of times for being late and for using company time for personal matters. What’s more, you use the company phone to talk with your friends for hours.Tom:I know I’ve been late a couple of times; my motorcycle has been breaking down. I’m really sorry. I promise to do better in the future.Helen: I’m afraid it’s too late. Right now, your tardiness is the least of my problems.Tom: What do you mean?Helen: My secretary has proof that you have misappropriated company funds on several occasions. We won’t be prosecuting, but this simply can’t be allowed.Tom:: I didn’t steal any money! Your secretary is lying!Helen: I’m sorry, we have to let you go.Tom: You’re firing me? You are giving me my pink slip?Helen: Exactly. I’m sorry it had to turn out this way. Your termination is effective immediately.MODEL3 I’m the one you’ve been looking for.ScriptHelen: So, Bill, tell me about your last job. What kinds of work did you do?Bill: Market investigation, sales promotion, after-sale services, risk analysis, investment planning –to name just a few.Helen: Why did you leave?Bill:Downsizing. The company wasn’t performing efficiently. It’s been operating at a loss. So the only way out was to lay off redundant employees.Helen:Why do you think our corporation makes a good career move for you?Bill: My experience at the last company is completely transferable to your company, since you deal in the same products.Helen: Go on.Bill:What’s even better, your corporation is a well-known multinational, and it’s working to become an industry leaser. I like that.Helen: And that would be a real boost to your career?Bill: Definitely. My last employer dealt with only small investments. But your company is handling large projects. That will help me grow professionally.Now Your TurnTask 1V. Let’s TalkVI. Further Listening and SpeakingTask1: Problems of JoblessnessA B C D ATask 2: Before the cutbackT T F F FTask3: Career TransitionsScriptFord Motor Company has announced plans to close plants ns cut more than 35,000 jobs as part of massive restricting[SOUND BITE]The announcement didn’t seem to come as a surprise to many Ford employees..[SOUND BITE]Ford Chief Executive, Bill Ford, Jr., called the cuts painful, but necessary to rescue the world’s number two carmaker from going under.The planned cuts include22, 000 jobs in the U.S. and Canada.Certain U.S. models, such as the Cougar, Escort, Villager, and Lincoln Continental will be discontinued due to plant closings.Ford, Jr. said he would receive no salary until the company recovered.[SOUND BITE]Ford’s recent financial troubles reflect a complete turnaround from last year, when the company reported a profit of more than $6 billion for the year2000.The company was hit hard in 2001, when they spent $3 billion during a safety recall.When news of the plant closings and job cuts the workers, many reacted with emotion.[SOUND BITE]Chairman Ford, Jr. says that recovery will be based on getting back to basics in product development and on improving quality and productivity.Uint6II. Basic Listening Practice10. ScriptCCADBIII. Listening InCBADCTask 2: Is it really bad luck?Script(S1) terrible (S2) misfortune. (S3) reflection (S4) damaged (S5) heaven (S6) pick (S7) washed(S8) Some people claim that the number is bad luck because thirteen people sat down for the Last Supper before Jesus was crucified(S9) Friday the thirteenth of any month is considered especially bad or unlucky, and Friday the thirteenth of March is the worst of the all.(S10)When people talk about the “seven-year itch”they mean that every seven years a person undergoes a complete change in personality.Task3: The Status on Easter Island ABDDBIV. Speaking OutMODEL 1This is a custom that dates back to the ancient Celts.Chris: Sue, do you know why people say, “knock on wood” when they want to avoid bad luck?Susan: It sounds a bit funny. As far as I know, it has a lot to do with ancient Celtic people. They worshipped trees.Chris: Sounds interesting.Susan: They thoughts trees would suck demons back into the ground.Chris:Well, when you think about the deep roots,their belief seems to make some senses.Susan:What’s more, knocking on wood was a way to brag without being punished. People once thought that evil spirits would becomejealous if good fortune was pointed out to themChris: Uh, yes, go on.Susan: well, by knocking on wood three times, the noise could frightened away the evil spirits, and they couldn’t have to robthe braggart of that good fortuneChris: I’m afraid those who don’t know this superstition might be frightened away as well.Susan: Now here’s a test. Do you know how the custom of kissing under the mistletoe originated?Chris:I haven’t the slightest idea, but I’m all ears.Susan: Again this is a custom that dates back to the ancient Celts. Since they worshipped trees, they conductedmany of their ceremonies in the woods in the shade of trees.Chris: Now I see. Probably it’s under these mistletoe trees that weddings took place.Susan: I wish you were standing under some mistletoe right now.Chris: Luckily I’m not. Touch wood.MODEL2 Is there any relationship between superstitions and real life?ScriptChris: It’s strange that so many people are superstitious.There must be some relationship between superstitions and reallife.Susan:You know, Richard Wiseman, a British psychologist researched the relationship between superstition and luck.Chris: What did he find? Most people would be interested. At least I wouldSusan: He polled ,000 people and fond that people who believe themselves to be lucky tend to go for positive superstitions .They may wear a ring as a talisman or often say,” touch wood”for good luck.Chris: Then, what about the unlucky people? Do you mean if they think they ate unlucky, they tend to believe in superstitions abut bad luck.Susan: Yeah. They worry a lot about a broken mirror, a black cat running across their path, and so on.Chris: So what is his point?Susan: His point is that people make their own luck by their attitude to life. So, 49 percent of lucky people regularly cross their fingers, compared to 30 percent of unlucky people. And only18 percent of lucky people are anxious if they break a mirror.Chris: So, our fate is linked to our attitude rather than to our superstitions.Susan: I think that’s what he is suggesting.Chris: This research seems too complicates. If I were a psychologist, I would conduct a survey to find whether 13 really is an unlucky number. I f there ere traffic accidents or murders on the 13th than on other days, then we have to believe in superstitions.Susan: What if there weren’t?Chris: Then I wouldn’t be superstitious.Susan: What a brilliant idea! I never expected you to be as wise as Solomon.Chris: Well as long as you don’t think I’m a fool.MODEL3 I believe ETs have visited the earth before.ScriptNora: Hey, what’s this picture of yours? It looks like a flying saucer.Chris: It is. I was visited by aliens last week and this isa picture of their spacecraft.Nora: When I look closer, it resembles a liver Frisbee.Chris: But it could have been aliens. I believe ETs have visited the earth befor e. What do you think?Nora:It would be hard to believe otherwise. Projects like the pyramids are difficult to explain away,given the level of technology that was available at the timeChris: That’s for sure. They are mysterious.Nora: When you consider all those “impossibilities, it’s tempting to infer that some highly advanced civilization assisted humans in their construction.Chris: Think about this: if you were abducted by aliens and taken up to their spaceship or something …well…Nora: What do you mean?Chris: I mean, who would believe you? You’d go nuts telling everyone: “It’s true! I was abducted by aliens!”Nora: And everyone would think you were crazy, or just making up a story to get attention.Chris: From what I understand, sometimes these people do go crazy, trying to convince people about their experiences.Nora: I believe that in some cases they offer pretty good evidence.Chris: So, take a closer look at this picture. Do you still think it’s a Frisbee?Now Your TurnTask 1V. Let’s TalkVI. Further Listening and SpeakingTask1: Horseshoes as a Sign of Good LuckACDCBTask 2: Superstitions or real bad lucks?TTFFTTask3: Career TransitionsNews ReportEgyptian TombsScriptArchaeologist have uncovered two tombs that date back more than 2,500 years in the part of Cairo where the ancient city of Heliopolis once stood, according to Egyptian antiquity authorities.Although there is a modern suburb of Heliopolis in Cairo southeast of its ancient namesake, the original Heliopolis was known as a center of learning and academic study in ancient Mediterranean times.The 26-century-old tombs that date back to the years 664 to 625 BC were developed during a routine archaeological inspection of an empty plot of land in the Eins Shams district of northwestern Cairo. This district covers part of the ground that used to be the ancient city of Heliopolis.The owner of the land was seeking construction rights and by law, construction cannot begin without a permit certifying that the site has no historical significance.The first of the two limestone tombs to be opened contained a sarcophagus and sixteen statuettes, said the chief state archaeologist for the Cairo-Giza area, Zahi Hawass.Hawass said in a statement that the tombs were found in a d owntown residential area, three meters below the ground.[SOUND BITE]Hawass went on to give a more detailed account of the important find.[SOUND BITE]It appears that the tombs have not been raided by grave robbers, but they have been damaged by leaking sewage water.The first tomb to be uncovered belonged to a builder named Waja-Hur. His name was engraved on the statuettes, which the ancient Egyptians placed in tombs to answer questions for them in the afterlife.Te process of recovering these artifacts can be long and tedious, but the historical significance of these pieces makes the painstaking work worthwhile.[SOUND BITE]Egyptian archaeologists plan to open the second tomb on Sunday.Uint7II. Basic Listening PracticeAADBCIII. Listening InTask 1: I’m doing a lot of things on the computer!ABCDCTask 2: A Magician and a Parrot(S1) audience(S2) tricks(S3) whenever(S4) parrot(S5) magician(S6) hat(S7) cards(S8) The magician was furious. Each time the parrot revealed one of his secrets, the audience roared with laughter.(S9)He dreamed of various ways he could do away with the troublesome bird. But he didn’t dare to touch it. It was the captain’s parrot after all.(S10) They stared at each other with hate, but did not utter a word. This went on for several days.Task3: The Modern CircusCABBDIV. Speaking OutMODEL 1 Would you like to do anything?Amy:Would you like to go to see a movie tonight, say, The Lord of the Rings?Bill: Thanks for asking, but there’s too much violence in those blockbusters.Amy: Then, let’s go roller-skating.Bill:I don’t really like to now that I’m not so young any more. You know, my knees ache terribly.Amy:I’m sorry to hear that. Hey, let’s go to see a country singer tonight?Bill: No. I’m not really in the mood.Amy: Well, would you like to do anything?Bill: Sure, let’s stay home and watch TV.Amy:Is there anything worth watching tonight?Bill: Let me look at the TV Guide first.Well, Survivor’s on Channel 3 at 7:30.Amy: If I remember correctly, there’s a documentary about animals on another channel.Bill: Yes, on Channel 10. Do you want to watch it?Amy: Do you mind if we watch it?Bill: Well. I really wanted to watch the Rocket game tonight.MODEL2 I can’t make up my mind!ScriptJohn: Hey!Nora: Hey!John:I see you’re reading travel brochures. Planning a holiday trip somewhere?Nora: Once the warms up. I get itchy feet. I think about going places.John:Will this be a trip abroad or some excursion close to home?Nora:Two tours are offered in May: one to big American cities;one to Europe.John: Are these whirlwind tours that allow you a few hours in each place?Nora: Oh, no, no, they’re both three-week three-city tours, with a week in each city.John: That’s more like it. You can look around and not feel rushed. What cities?Nora: I can’t make up my mind: London, Paris and Rome or New York, San…?John: Stop there. Europe’s more interesting. America’s OK, but it’s all the same.Nora: You didn’t let me finish. San Francisco and Chicago, a modern Nora: All right. You convinced me. They say variety’s the spice of life. Variety, here I come.MODEL3 You’d better get more exercise in your leisure time.ScriptAmy:Look at you! You’re fat and flabby. You’d better get more exercise in your leisure time, or you’ll never be Governor of California.Bill: That’s right. I’m no Schwarzenegger, no Mr. Universe, so don’t bug me.Amy: He shows what exercise can do. He used to be a skinny kid from Austria.Bill: He likes exercise; I don’t. I was born tired, and I’ve been resting ever since.Amy: Seeing a fine specimen like him, don’t you feel like exercising vigorously to stay in good shape?Bill: Whenever I feel like exercising, I lie down and rest until the feeling passes.Amy: Ha, ha, very funny. Surely you’ve read about the dangers of obesity.Bill: Scientists constantly find dangers: smoking, cholesterol. What else is new?Amy:You must know an exercise like walking benefits the mind and body.Bill: I do, and I walk every day—from my office to the parking lot, not-stop.Amy: OK, have it your way. Eventually you’ll be a burden on our health system.Bill: And just what do you mean by that? I’m not sick. My appetite is good.Amy: If you stay fat, heart trouble or high blood pressure could hospitalized you.Bill: Well, you may have a point there. I suppose we could go for a walk after dinner, slowly.Now Your TurnTask 1V. Let’s TalkVI. Further Listening and SpeakingTask1: The History of Chinese AcrobaticsDACBDTask 2: Exercise to RelaxFTTFFTask3: How Americans Use Their TimeNews ReportLatest Space Walk from Space StationScriptAmerican astronaut Carl Walz and Russian cosmonaut Yuri Onufrienko took their first space walk outside of an international space station on Monday. Their mission was to move a construction crane and install a radio antenna outside the space station.Walz, Onufrienko, and American astronaut Daniel Bursch first moved into the space station last month. This was their first attempt since then to exit the station.As Bursch monitored from outside, Walz and Onufrienko exited the station 400 km above the Pacific Ocean. Their main task was to move a Russian-built crane from its temporary home on the U.S. side of the space station to a permanent home on the Russian side. Their plan was to use another similar Russian-built crane to help them carry out the job. The goal was for both cranes to eventually be located on the Russian side of the space station, which was launched in September.The job was not an easy one, considering that the crane they were in charge of moving is nearly 15 meters long when fully extended and able to move more than three tons of equipment when in use. The two men worked together to maneuver the two large cranes into the correct positions. The complicated job took several hours to complete, but their hard work resulted in the successful relocation of the crane to the Russian side of the space station.The men were also given the task of installing the first of four radio antennas on the living quarters of the space station.During the space walk, the two men complained of a continual high-pitched beeping sound that distracted them as they floated in space.Russian engineers attempted to find the cause of the noise the men were hearing inside their spacesuits, but could not provide an immediate solution.The three-man crew is the fourth crew to live on the space station and will remain on board there until MayUint8II. Basic Listening PracticeKeys: 1.B 2.C 3.D 4.A 5.CIII. Listening InKeys: 1.B 2.A 3.A 4.A 5.DTask 2: The Improvement of RiceScriptScientists now know a lot more about a grain that people have eaten for ten thousand years. (S1) Research teams around the world have completed a map of the (S2) genes of rices. The findings appeared last week in the (S3) journal Nature.The aim is to speed up the improvement of rice. The scientists (S4)warn that the kinds of rice plants used now have reached the limit of their (S5) productivity. Yet world rice production must (S6) grow by an estimated 30 percent in the next twenty to meet demand. By 2025, as many as 4.6 billion people will depend on rice for (S7) survival. There is a lot of pressure on breeders to improve the crop, and the rice genome is a valuable tool to do that. (S8) Plant breeders have already used preliminary information from the rice genome to create experimental strains of rice that better resist cold and pests.The researchers also say rice is an excellent choice for genetic mapping and engineering. Rice genes have only about 390 million chemical bases. That maight sound like a lot. But other major food grains have thousands of millions. (S9) The new map could better explain more than just rice. Rice shares a common ancestor with other cereal crops. Because rice is the first cereal crop to be fully analyzed, researchers expect that sufficient knowledge of its genetic information will reveal the heredity of more complex grains, including corn, wheat and barley.(S10) While significant progress has been made in the analysis of the rice genome, themanipulate genes that cause certain diseases, mankind will cure them easily. Themapping of human genes is also making headway. When scientists can identify andeven length of life.human genetic map may help us control a person’s height, weight, appearance andTask3: The First Cloned CatIV. Speaking OutKeys: 1.A 2.B 3.C 4.B 5.CSusan:With so many people suffering from malnutrition around the world,why are people protesting against genetically modified foods?Chris: Some people are protesting about genetically modified foods, but even more people are protesting the fact that processed foods containing these ingredients aren’t labeled.Susan: But why should they be labeled?Chris: Not everyone is sure that genetically modified foods are safe. They want to be certain that biotech foods have the sme composition as organic foods.Susan: But there are more urgent problems in this world. Many people are dying of starvation.Chris: But those who aren’t starving may want genetically modified foods to be labeled so they know what foods they shouldandd shouldn’t eat.Susan: Y ou know, I heard of a genetically modified fish that grew to be ten times its normal size.Chris: That sure sounds abnormal.Susan:Yeah, it does sound a bit strange , but that fish could feed ten times as many people.Chris: You’re right; genetically modified food might help solve world hunger. But I think we have a right to know what weare eating.should be forbidden by law?MODEL2 Do you think the cloning of humansScriptSusan: After the cloning of Dolly the sheep, I think human cloning is next.John: Whoa. I have some reservations about it. There are stll many scientific problemsto solve before human cloning starts.Susan: There’s an easier way. The Clonaid Company says they’ve cloned humans.John: Oh, my God! These guys claim aliens from another planet taught them humancloning.Susan: A woman gave them half a million dollars to clone her dead daughter.John: Clearly that woman doesn’t know much about cloning. How risky it is!Susan: I know it’s inefficient. It took 276 tries to produce Dolly. But why is it risky?John: Cloned animals grow abnormally large and age unnaturally fast.Susan: In other words, that woman may not be happy with her cloned daughter.John: Then there are the emotions. No one knows if cloning damages the mind.Susan: Do you think the cloning of humans should be forbidden by law?John: To my mind, the cloning of hu man organs shouldn’t be prohabited. It may helpsolve medical problems.Susan: I see your point: cloning should be regulated if it’s to benefit humanity.MODEL3 Is it interfering with nature?ScriptNora: Some religious groups are opposed to genetic research.They believe it’s interfering with nature.John: I know. But nature can be pretty hard-nosed too, so we often need to interfere with her—we build dams to control flooding.Nora: There’re many diseases that are a part of nature, and they cause people a great deal of misery: cancer and diabetes, for example.John: A better understanding of the genetic code that controls our body would be a great help in curing many diseases.Nora: The project to map the human genetic code…what’s that called?John: The genome project. As you say, it has tremendous promise to make our lives better—just in the ability to identify and correct genetically-caused diseases like Alzheimer’s.Nora: Some diseases like cancer are also believed to have a genetic switch.John: That’s right, and once researchers identify the switch, perhaps they can turn off cancer or Alzheimer’s.Nora: People are also concerned that science will enable us to determine such qualities as intelligence and height.John: You know it’s going to hap pen—it’s just a matter of when.Nora: Imagine if everyone was a combination of Yao Ming and Albert Einstein.John: But what if they get it wrong, and you wind up with Yao Ming’s knowledge of nuclear physics and Albert Einstein’s height?Nora: All those religious groups would say that it served you right.V. Let’s TalkU.S. Consumer’s attitude to BiotechOver 70% of U.S.consumers support biotechnology.ExamplesIn a recent referendum in Oregon, voters rejected a proposal to require special labels on all products containing biotech ingredients by an overwhelming 73% to 27%.Chinese Progress in BiotechChinese scientists have used biotechnology to create a new type of tomato, which contains the vaccine against hepatitis B.Significance of the ProgressThis technology can be used to save lives,ease pain and suffering and improve the human condition.The Professor’s AdviceI do think that such new pharmaceutical foods need to be handled as medicines by professionals and not as conventional foods.Task 2: Is it moral to clone humans?Keys: 1.A 2.B 3.C 4.C 5.DKeys: 1.T 2.T 3.F 4.F 5.TTask3: A Drunkard’s ArgumentIt’s a complex name for a complex subject. Bioinformatics is the key to figuring out the wealth of information in the human genome project.Researchers have nearly mapped out all of the 30,000 genes that make up human DNA, but making sense of useful data is not easy.The company Double Twist is a pioneer in the business of bioinformatics.［SOUND BITE］Double Twist works mainly with information that is also available to the public,sifting through data to find what may help link a biological problem like cancer, to its possible cure.［SOUND BITE］The company then sells software and data to pharmaceutical companies, biotech companies, and academic institutions, which use them in their work. This provides a solution to help people better understand data from the human genome project.［SOUND BITE］Bioinformatics speeds up drug development and provides more accurate research.［SOUND BITE］Human Genome Sciences takes the process one step further. It uses bioinformatics to develop drugs using its own genomic information.［SOUND BITE］Right now, Human Genome Sciences has four new drugs being tested that are the results of genomic research. Bioinformatics systems developed within the company played an important role in discovering these drugs.［SOUND BITE］Bioinformatics can also bring much quicker returns for investors.［SOUND BITE］Even though its role is crucial, bioinformatics if only a small part of the overall $305 billion biotech sector, accounting for onlyabout $2.23 billion.But some investors believe that bioinformatics has great potential.［SOUND BITE］So unless drug companies start developing their own bioinformatics systems or partner with companies that can provide them, they may get left behind in the race to discover new drugs.Uint9II. Basic Listening PracticeKeys: 1.A 2.C 3. D 4.B 5.AKeys: 1.C 2.D 3.C 4.A 5.BIII. Listening InScriptBefore going to Europe on business, a woman drove her new Rolls-Royce to a (S1) downtown bank in New York City and went in to ask for a (S2) loan of $5,000. The bank officer said the bank would need some kind of (S3) security for the loan, so the women handed over the keys to her Rolls-Royce.The car was parked on the street in front of the bank. The bank (S4) agreed to accept the car as collateral for the loan. The bank’s president and its officers all enjoyed a good laugh at the woman for using a $250,000 Rolls-Royce as collateral (S5) against a $5,000 loan. An employee of the bank then (S6) proceeded to drive the Rolls intothe bank’s underground garage and parked it there.Two weeks later, the woman walked throuh the bank’s doors and asked to (S7) settle up her loan and get her car back. “(S8) That will be $5,000 principal, and $20.30 in interest,” the loan officer said. The woman wrote out a check and started to walk away.“Wait, Miss,” the loan officer said, “(S9) We’re very happy to have had your business, and this transaction has worked out very nicely, but we are a little puzzled. While you were away, we checked you out and found that you are a multi-millionaire. What puzzles us is why you would bother to borrow $5,000.”The woman replied: “(S10) Where else in Manhattan can I park my car for two weeks for only $20.30 and expect it to be there when I return?”。
新视野大学英语视听说4（第三版）听力练习原文及答案.pdf
新视野⼤学英语视听说4（第三版）听⼒练习原⽂及答案.pdfShort conversationsConversation 1W: The only thing I can do at night is to lie in bed and read, preferably while also eating a snack. I never have time for exercising.M: Don’t think it’s worth exercising only if you can run five miles or if you can bike for an hour. Even going for a 10-minute walk is worthwhile.Q: What advice does the man give to the woman?Conversation 2W: Hi, Mark, I’ve gained quite some weight recently. So, how can I eat healthily at social events? M: Well, drink a full glass of water before you go. Focus mainly on fresh fruit and vegetables or bread with whole grains. These will help you stay feeling full.Q: What can we know about the woman?Conversation 3W: I heard that in South Africa smoking is banned in all enclosed public spaces.M: Yes, that’s right. But pubs and bars with separate, enclosed smoking rooms are excluded from the ban, and most restaurants provide smoking sections, either indoor areas with good air circulation or outdoor open areas.Q: What can we learn about the smoking rules in South Africa?Conversation 4M: So, your research shows that even when children are not direct targets of violence in the home,they can be harmed by witnessing its occurrence?W: Yes, that’s right. For example, they can suffer immediate and permanent physical harm. They can also experience short-and long-term emotional and behavioral problems.Q: What are the two speakers talking about?Conversation 5W: Skipping breakfast is common among people who are trying to lose weight, but it doesn’t seem to be a successful strategy.M: No, it isn’t. While any breakfast may be better than no breakfast, a healthy breakfast can be something simple like a hard-boiled egg, a piece of 100 percent wholegrain toast along with a cup of 100 percent fruit juice.Q: What is recommended for a healthy breakfast?Long conversationM: I love working out!W: Ugh! You’re sweating all over the floor …M: I just ran five miles! A friend told me about this great park on Jefferson Street. I love exploring new parks!W: I try running at the gym three days a week, but it’s so boring looking at the TV monitor or the wall in front of me for an hour. M: You should run outside! Being in nature, enjoying the beautiful flowers and the trees, I feel my mind relax and the stressjust falls away.W: It is nice outside. My mom loves t’ai chi and a nearby t’ai chi group meets every morning at 6a.m. I’ve tried going, but it’s too early for me to get out of bed …M: T’ai chi is really good. You need some kind of exercise. It’s unhealthy for you to sit in front of your computer all day, every day!W: Well, I recently spend my weekends away from my computer.M: Oh really? And what have you done recently that didn’t involve a computer or TV screen? W: Pandas! I just went to the San Diego Zoo with my sister on Saturday! They have one of the best panda exhibits in the US. The mother panda is from Wolong, China, and had had six baby pandas by XXXX since arriving at the San Diego Zoo in September of 1996.M: Oh, I bet baby pandas are amazing! Hey! Maybe you should get a zoo membership and go jogging in the zoo!W: A zoo membership! Now that’s a great idea! I love the San Diego Zoo. It’s near my house, I can get good exercise and I can watch the baby pandas grow up!Passage 1Have you ever felt you don’t have enough hours in the day? Or that you’d give anything for a whole day to catch up with yourself? Well, here are some ideas that work for me.First of all, make a to-do list every day and set clear priorities. The trick here isn’t making the list; that’s the easy part. The trick is making the priorities. I look at my list and put a star next to anything that is really urgent. Then I put the number “2”next to anything that will just take a couple of minutes. I actually do these quick tasks before I get on with the urgent ones; it’s a bit like clearing off the top of your desk before sitting down to write that important letter. Second, know when is the most productive time of day for you and do your work or study then. One of the shocking discoveries I made about myself is that if I get up at 5 a.m., I can do a day’s work and even fit breakfast in before half past nine. Of course, if you are an early bird, it can be difficult to accomplish tasks that involve phoning “night owls”, but that’s what email’s for! Finally, do not let your inbox run your life. I just realized recently how frequently Iinterrupted my real work to check my inbox and respond to the most trivial of emails. So, now I only open it when absolutely necessary and this saves me hours. If your work depends on you being constantly accessible by email, then you can’t do this; but be honest and ask yourself, “Am I an email addict?”With these simple, practical techniques, you will become more efficient, less stressed and be able to win some “me-time”for yourself.Short conversationsConversation 1W: So this is your last year in college. Have you ever thought about what you’d like to do after graduation?M: Well, I really don’t know. The job market seems to be improving, so I may look for a job somewhere. But I am also interested in applying for graduate school.Q: What are the two speakers talking about?Conversation 2M: Do you remember Linda we met a while ago at Susan’s birthday party?W: Linda? Do you mean the lady who you said was a nurse in the community hospital before her retirement? Yeah, I remember. She looks very young for her age.Q: What does the woman think of Linda?Conversation 3M: I wish I could retire tomorrow. Then I would not need to worry about work.W: I don’t look forward to retirement. I’m afraid of getting old –my body will slow down, and my children will be away. I dread losing independence and living in loneliness.Q: What makes the woman afraid of getting old?Conversation 4W: I consider my early 20s to be the prime time of my life. How about you?M: I couldn’t agree with you more. That’s no doubt the golden period. You are young and energetic. You are free to pursue your passion. The best thing is that you have a wealth of opportunities to explore.Q: What does the man like best about being in his early 20s?Conversation 5W: Hi, John. You are taking Law 201 this semester, right? How do you like it?M: Yeah, it’s a great class. We’ve looked at several cases of age discrimination at work. Such cases are very interesting because they are rarely clear-cut and court decisions can be rather controversial.Q: What does the man say about age discrimination cases?Long conversationM: Nancy, time to make a birthday wish!W: I wish ... hmm. OK! I want a high-paying job, a husband with a perfect face and body, and abig house ... with a swimming pool!M: Wow, Nancy! Those are your three wishes?W: Of course! If I have those three things, I’ll be happy!M: Now, Nancy. Let me tell you my story, and you may see things differently.W: “See things differently?”What do you mean, Uncle Charlie?M: Here is what I once experienced in life. When I married, 32 years ago, we had a happy marriage, a beautiful house, two expensive cars, and $200,000 in the bank!W: See, just like now!M: Wait! I would suggest three different wishes!W: Well ... What would you wish for? You’re older and wiser!M: What happens if you lose your job, lose your house, and your husband becomes sick? I suggestthese three wishes: patience, courage and love!W: Patience, courage and love?M: Yes! If you have patience and courage, you and your husband will have good jobs and a nice house. And if you have true love, you and your husband will be beautiful to each other no matter how old you become together.W: This is good.M: Within six years of our marriage, we had three beautiful children, but we lost our jobs, our house, all our money, and then I got really sick for nine years. But we didn’t lose anythingtruly valuable, because we always said: “Wherever the five of us are together, we are at home!”And, little by little things did improve, and I finally got well. Patience, courage and love!These are what make life full, strong and happy!W: Hmm, I will remember. Patience, courage and love! Thanks, Uncle Charlie!Passage 1If you think that you have to live up a remote mountain in order to live a long and healthy life,a religious community in Loma Linda, California, may prove you wrong. Its members are a group of Christians known as the Seventh-day Adventists. The Adventists enjoy a much higher life expectancy than average Californians. Adventist men can expect to live about seven years longer than other Californian men. Adventist women are likely to live around four years longer than otherCalifornian women. The Adventists also act much younger than they are and see doctors much less than ordinary people. So what’s the secret of the Adventists’longevity? It is not all in their genes. Nor is their good health a mere accident. The Adventists live longer partly because they have a vegetable-based diet.Around 35 percent of them are vegetarian, and around one half eat meat only rarely. Tobacco andalcohol consumptions are discouraged. So are rich or spicy foods, meat, and drinks containing caffeine. The Adventist diet is high in fruit and vegetables. It also includes plenty of whole grains, nuts, seeds and beans, and water is the drink of choice. The longevity of the Adventists is also related to their lifestyle and natural environment. They believe in having regular exercise, helping others, and maintaining strong social and familial ties. They live in a mild climate with warm summers and cool winters. Interestingly, the air quality of Loma Linda, however, is not as good as in other longevity hot spots. This should give us all hope, as it suggests that we don’t have to have every single factor in place in order to achieve excellent health. Despite this, the Adventists’good health certainly provides strong evidence that diet andlifestyle choices have a great impact on health and longevity.Short conversationsConversation 1W: I really need a holiday, so I’m going camping with some friends. What are you doing over the semester break?M: I haven’t got any plans yet. I don’t really have enough money to fly home. I suppose I could get a part-time job and earn some money, or maybe I could start studying for next semester.Q: What is the woman going to do over the semester break?Conversation 2M: I heard that you quit your swimming lessons. But you have paid $120 for them.W: Ah, it’s all these yoga sessions. I just couldn’t fit them all in. What’s more, I got the majority of my fees back because I quit immediately after the first day.Q: Why did the woman quit her swimming lessons?Conversation 3M: Shall we spend our weekend in Singapore? We can leave Friday afternoon so as to have dinner next to the river and enjoy fireworks at the shore!W: I’d rather go on Saturday. My aunt will drop in on Friday evening. We haven’t seen each otherfor a couple of years.Q: Why doesn’t the woman want to leave on Friday?Conversation 4M: What do I need to bring for our camping trip to the national park?W: Well, we’ve bought the food and rented a van. It’s a camping vehicle with a fridge and cookingequipment. I think you will need a warm sweater or jacket for the evenings.Q: What does the woman suggest the man bring for the camping trip to the park? Conversation 5M: Have you confirmed your booking at the hotel in Sydney? With only three days left before our trip, I hope everyone is as ready as I am!W: Not yet. But I’d better call them before we start our vacation. During this time of year theyalways get quite busy.Q: What will the woman probably do before the vacation?Long conversationM: Rebecca, I just learned of an amazing park right here near our city!W: Really? Is it a nature park or an entertainment park?M: It’s a beautiful nature park, located 15 miles from our home.W: What’s it called?M: It is called Big Sky Park and has nice walking trails and camping sites!W: Bill, this is perfect! We can have a vacation and still keep saving money to visit my family sometime. But, can we get to Big Sky Park without a car?M: Yes, easily. We just take the No. 32 bus that goes right to the park. The only problem will be getting all of our camping stuff with us on the bus.W: Well, I did just buy that new cart to help carry groceries home on the bus, plus we have your big backpack. Together, I think we will be fine. All of our camping equipment should easily fiton the bus.M: Good. Good! I know we can make it a really special weekend. I have longed for a time when we could walk alone together in the quiet beauty of nature. I’m so, so happy to have this chance to be with you at the park.W: I know me too! I know what I’ll do! I’ll pack all of our favorite food, and I’ll bake a small chocolate cake. Your favorite! Then we can drink tea and eat the chocolate cake around a campfire. I’m so happy you found Big Sky Park. I can’t wait, just two more days for the weekend to come!M: I’m so happy as well. Big Sky Park will be wonderful. The fire, the dinner and spending time with you make me such a happy, happy man, Rebecca!Passage 1A new museum entirely dedicated to laziness has opened in the capital city of Colombia. Butyou have to hurry if you want to see the exhibits and find out about being lazy because the exhibition lasts only for one week. The unusual show displays a whole range of things such as sofas, beds and anything that makes you feel like taking a rest. There are also plenty of televisions for those visiting couch potatoes to watch as they move around relaxingly in the museum.It is no coincidence but rather an intentional decision for the museum to have opened rightafter the holiday season. The idea is for people to think about laziness, and perhaps change their behavior and lifestyle throughout the rest of the year. It offers a practical experience to make us think about laziness in our high-speed, fast-paced societies.The museum’s founder Marcela Arrieta said she wanted people to rethink about laziness and decide whether it really is a bad thing. She told the media that people today always think about laziness as an enemy of work. For example, they may feel guilty if they sleep late, or they may feel they are wasting time after taking a nap or having a holiday.Ms. Arrieta may not be proposing that we should have a shorter working week, but she could have a point in that we do need more leisure time than our jobs allow us, and change our lifestyle to a type that is more relaxing. Besides, according to scientists, avoiding the pressure and stress ofwork can make us healthier and live longer. So, why not try out Ms. Arrieta’s advice for yourself, slow down, and think about being lazy?Short conversationsConversation 1M: I think the government could provide some money for homeless people to build their own homes. Homeless people would find it easier to get jobs if they had an address.W: It’s not a bad idea. But I wonder where the money will come from.Q: What does the man think the government could do?Conversation 2W: You see, some colleagues are not as active and efficient as usual and few have made any progress in their business recently.M: Why don’t we organize some social activities, such as a baseball match? Our colleagues can learn to help and cooperate with one another.Q: What does the man suggest to change the situation?Conversation 3W: I need to go across town, but the traffic is so heavy at this time of day.M: When you take the subway, you don’t have to deal with traffic. I never drive home. Driving at this time may be slower than walking.Q: What does the man suggest the woman do?Conversation 4W: Have you heard? Kate quit her job and went to Africa to work as a volunteer!M: Really? I really admire her courage. I think we should all extend an arm of help, love and compassion to help poor people become self-reliant financially and psychologically.Q: What does the man think we all should do?Conversation 5W: You know there are many creative ways to reuse items. For example, old shoe boxes can be used for storage and plastic containers can be used for growing plants.M: I never realized that we could be so green. I just learned to recycle glass bottles.Q: What are the two speakers talking about?Long conversationW: Hey, John! Everything OK? You look upset.M: Oh, hi Kate. I was in the cafeteria eating alone. James from accounting walked by, sat down to eat at the table right next tome –didn’t say a single word to me. I wondered why.W: Is that the main thing stressing you out, John?M: No, I was silly to feel bad about that. What I am stressed about is my workload. My manager, Steven, is a great guy. He always counts on me to get the work done. But I have five meetings this week and two big projects to complete by next Monday. I don’t see how I can finish. I’m really worried I’ll let my team down.W: I have some free time on Friday and over the weekend. I can help you with your extra work if you’d like. I know that feeling of being overwhelmed with work. It’s awful. I’d like to help. M: Really? You’d do that for me?W: Of course I will! John, a lot of us really admire your work. Some of us have asked to work on your team. You’re a great example to us, John. You shouldn’t doubt yourself. I’m glad to help out.M: Wow, Kate. Thanks!W: We could ... discuss it over dinner on Thursday. My treat!M: Wow. No ... I mean I get to buy dinner, Kate! How about the new restaurant on 6th Street, 365?It’s called 365 because it offers local, seasonal foods –fall, winter, spring, and summer –healthy choices with wonderful fresh fruits and vegetables. Let’s meet at 7 p.m.W: Sounds wonderful! Thursday, 7 p.m. at the new restaurant 365 on 6th Street. Perfect!Passage 1More than half of working Americans are dissatisfied with their jobs, according to a survey. That’s bad news for employers because workers’discontent can hurt productivity and hinder innovation.Lynn Franco, co-author of the report, says Americans’job satisfaction is at its lowest level in more than two decades: Only 45.3 percent of workers say they are satisfied with their jobs compared with 61 percent in 1987.The report was produced by the Conference Board, a non-profit organization that helps businesses strengthen their performance. It is based on a survey of 5,000 US households. It showsa drop in satisfaction in many aspects of an employee’s work life, including interest in the job, dealing with co-workers and bosses, commuting and job security. As a group, neither young people who are just entering the workforce nor employees who are about to retire, Franco says, arehappy with what they do.Only about 36 percent of workers under the age of 25 say they are currently satisfied withtheir jobs. And it’s not much better among baby boomers. Twenty years ago, more than 50 percentof baby boomers were satisfied. Today, that’s down to 46 percent.The most satisfied group of workers in the survey was those aged 25 to 34. Franco suggeststhat they may see some opportunities for upward mobility as baby boomers retire.The Conference Board survey also asked about the reasons behind job dissatisfaction. Thereare economic reasons such as wages, promotion policy and bonus policy that are sort of adding tothis level of dissatisfaction. In addition, workers are also dissatisfied with the benefits: vacation policy, family-related leave time, work schedule flexibility, and a variety of other factors as well.Short conversationsConversation 1W: I’ve read a lot about this young singer in the music press. She’s certainly creating a stir. Is she really that good?M: She’s absolutely brilliant. Each of her performances has been a sell-out. Her mix of rap and folk music is unique and awesome.Q: What does the man say about the singer?Conversation 2M: So here we are in Rome, Italy. In the next four days, we are going to have a full schedule.W: I’m so excited. Rome has been my dream city. I can’t wait to see the historical buildings, visit the art galleries and eat real Italian pizza. By the way, shall we start with the famous Capitoline Museums tomorrow?Q: What are the two speakers mainly talking about?Conversation 3W: Besides modern opera, which you are studying now, are there any other areas of the arts you enjoy?M: All sorts. I like pop music, and I very much enjoy pencil drawing. But what interests me most is poetry, especially American poetry in the early 20th century.Q: What’s the man’s area of study?Conversation 4M: Hi. I am calling to inquire about the exhibit of ancient Greek sculptures you are now hosting. Could you please tell me the admission fee and the opening times?W: Sure. Admission is free. The opening hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays, 10:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Fridays, and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays.Q: How long does the exhibit open on Saturdays?Conversation 5W: Darling, let’s check out the reviews of this movie online. If it’s good, we should watch it. M: I think we should. To watch a silent movie is certainly not something common in modern days. The actors must have superb skills to attract the audience if they do not say anything.Q: What is special about the movie?Long conversationW: This feels like a dream ... The last time I was in San Francisco was 30 years ago, when I was your age, 15 years old. So much has changed in the city–but you know–many of the sites are just the same.M: Wow! San Francisco is as beautiful as a picture! I can’t believe it! Let’s get going! Let’s look at the map and take the streetcar to the Golden Gate Bridge.W: Yes, of course. But, wait–let’s just take a moment to look at the Golden Gate Bridge from here–up high on the hill. See how amazing the sun looks, shining on the bridge there high above the water? Sometimes the best way to really enjoy something is to see it from different angles and perspectives.M: Yes! Just beautiful from here! OK! Let’s get going! Wait! You know what, Aunt Lucy, I’m really, really hungry! May we eat before we head out to see the Golden Gate Bridge?W: Yes, of course we can. We’re already here in Chinatown and near my favorite Chinese restaurant. Even after 30 years have passed since I last visited, it’s still busy and active.M: That’s great, Aunt Lucy!W: And, it’s right here!M: Wow! This is amazing! The man inside the window is making noodles by hand–just by pulling on the flour dough. I’venever seen anything like it before. How?W: Yes, I know. It’s amazing, right? And the food is delicious, too! Sometimes the best way to enjoy culture is to simply slow down and truly experience it. We have five full days here inSan Francisco. Let’s go slowly and enjoy every moment!Passage 1The Mona Lisa is probably the most famous painting in the world. It was created byLeonardo da Vinci, the famous Italian artist, between around 1503 and 1506. The subject is the wife of a wealthy silk merchant of Italy. The woman’s husband requested Da Vinci to portray her as a celebration of their home’s completion and the birth of their second son. What is it about thispainting that has created such a lasting impact on the artistic world?One factor is the artist himself. Leonardo da Vinci was not only an artist, but also a scientist,an architect and an engineer. His knowledge of the human form came from the study of actual human bodies, so he was able to draw and paint it more accurately.Another factor is the material used for the painting. The Mona Lisa is an oil painting, butunlike other paintings, which are usually created on canvas, the Mona Lisa has a wood panel as the surface. The use of a wood panel makes it possible for the work to have survived for centuries.Lastly, the style and techniques used for the painting make the Mona Lisa a masterpiece. Da Vinci presented precise details in the subject’s hands and face. He applied a shadowing techniqueat the corners of her lips and her eyes, which gives her an unbelievably lifelike appearance. He also created a background with aerial views and a beautiful landscape. His remarkable skills left behind no visible brush marks at all.All these factors–Da Vinci’s talent, the medium used for the painting, the style and techniques applied in the work–contribute to the lasting and mysterious beauty of the Mona Lisa.Short conversationsConversation 1M: There is not much worth in reading the newspapers these days. They have more pages but fewer words that really matter. W: You said it! All you find in them are advertisements and celebrity gossip. I wish they could direct more attention to issues that are more important to society.Q: What does the man think of today’s newspapers?Conversation 2W: Hello. Today on Business Focus I am talking about knowledge management with Mr. Adam Johnson, the Human Resources Manager of a multinational company. Mr. Johnson, how has knowledge management changed the way your company works?M: In lots of ways. The most significant change occurs in how we manage the process of our project development …Q: What is the woman probably doing?Conversation 3W: Recently, reality television has swept across almost all channels: matchmaking, job hunting, and talent shows. I don’t know why people are so crazy about it!M: In my view, some people watch reality TV because it makes them feel they’re better than others. They may also enjoy seeing other people get embarrassed.Q: What does the man say about reality TV?Conversation 4W: I think teenagers today experience a different social reality from what we had before.M: Exactly. When we were kids, we would hang out with friends, chatting, or going to movies. That’s our experience, but what we see now is that young people are choosing to live online. Q: How do young people socialize today according to the man? Conversation 5W: Much has been said about how anti-social the Internet and mobile phones are, butI think communications technology is bringing people closer.M: Yes, I’d go along with you on that. With these modern tools, there’s a new kind ofconnectionbeing built within families.Q: What does the man think of modern communications technology?Long conversationW: Hey Billy! It’s 7:30 p.m.! Turn off your TV and computer. Come down to dinner. It seems your father is finishing his conference call with his team in China.M: OK Mom. Coming. But why is Dad on his computer while I can’t be on mine!W: Billy, your father is working. But you are chatting with your friends about celebrities!So your father needs to be on his computer. And you don’t!M: OK. Sorry, Mom. What are we having for dinner? Pizza?W: Pizza?! I’ve made us a nice dinner of roast chicken, mushroom soup and vegetable salad. I even made chocolate cake for dessert –and you want pizza!M: Just kidding Mom! I love your cooking! Mmm I’m hungry, and it smells delicious!W: Billy! I told you to shut down all electronics!M: Mom! This isn’t fair. You told me to turn off my computer and my TV –you didn’t say all electronics –and you didn’t mention my cell phone! I have to check the news! My favorite golf player just got in trouble for drunk driving! Please Mom! I have to find out!W: You can’t go five minutes without having your eyes on a screen! Hand me your phone. Now! I am turning it off so we can have a nice dinner.M: OK Mom. Fine! Here’s my phone.W: Now, where is your father?M: Will you make Dad do the same? We never have family dinner anymore without Dad being on electronics!W: Hmm, you know, Billy, you have a very good point. I think it’s time we had family dinner without any electronics. Here’s our new rule: Just for 45 minutes over dinner, no electronics!Passage 1We as a society have intense interest in the celebrity news prevalent in our media. One of the key reasons is that in a world of constant death and disasters, celebrity news allows us to escape from the “real news”. After all, the job of celebrities is to entertain us, so it’s only natural that news about them would be a source of entertainment as well.。