英语听力真题原文
12月英语四级听力真题长对话原文及答案
XX年12月英语四级听力真题长对话原文及答案M: Excuse me, I need some information about some of the towns near here.W: What would you like to know?M: Well, first, I'd like directions to go to Norwalk. I believe there is an interesting museum there. It isn't far, is it?W: No, not at all. Norwalk is about eighteen miles east of here on Route 7. And you're right. It's a wonderfullittle museum.M: Oh good. Now what about Amitsville? I have some friends. I'd like to visit there and I also want to get to Newton. They are near each other, aren't they?W: Hmm... well, they are actually in opposite directions. Amitsville is northeast. It's about thirty five miles northeast of here.M: Huh-uh, thirty five miles northeast. And how about Newton?W: Well, Newton is in the other direction. It's southwest, so it isn't really very close to Amitsville at all and it's a long drive. It's about fifty five miles southwest from here and the road is not at all straight.M: Fifty five miles southwest! Well, maybe I won't go there this time.W: I'd remend visiting Westfield or Great Town. They are both very close. Westfield is just seven miles west of here and Great Town is about five miles south. They are really pretty little towns with lots of old houses and beautiful tree-lined streets.M: I see. Seven miles west to Westfield and five miles south to Great Town. Good. Well, I think that's all the information I need for a while. Thank you. You've been very helpful.W: You're wele, sir. I hope you enjoy your stay.Q9: What does the man know about Norwalk?Q10: What does the woman say about Amitsville and Newton?Q11: What do we learn about Westfield and Great Town?9. B) It has an interesting museum.10. A) They are in opposite directions.11. C) They have lots of old houses.该对话属于比拟常见“问路”话题。
英语听力试题及文字稿
英语听力文字稿听力原文Text 1.M:That’s a nice bike.Is it new?W: No. I got it almost one year ago,at that time it was two years second hand.But it’s still in good condition.Text 2.M:Is this seat taken?W: I don’t think so.The girl who was here finished her lunch and left.Text 3.M:Are you going to watch the football match tonight?W: Tonight? I have to prepare for my chemistry test.Text 4.W: At what time will the film begin?M:It will begin at 8 o’clock,and now my watch says 7:40.It won’t be long.Text 5.M: Is this elevator going up?W: According to the light ,it is.Text 6.W:Good morning, Sir. What would you like?M: I'd like a red wine, please.W: Anything else?M:What snacks have you got?W:The menu is on the board over there. There's pancake, Greek salad, steak and chips...M: I'll try the Greek salad, please. Do I pay now?W:Oh, yes, if you would. That's 75 cents for the wine and 1.30 for the salad.Text 7.W: What changes do you think will take place in the next 50 years?M: I imagine that the greatest change will be the difference between humans and machines.W:What do you mean?M: I mean it will be harder to tell the difference between the human and the machine.W:Can you describe it more clearly?M:As science develops, it will be possible for all parts of one's body to be replaced. A computer will work like the human brain. The computer can recognize one's feelings, act in a feeling way. W: You mean man-made human beings will be produced? Come on! That's out of the question! M:Don't get excited, please. That's only my personal imagination!W..Go on, please. I won't take it seriously.M: We will then be able to create a machine that is a copy of ourselves. We'll appear to be alive long after we are dead.W: What a ridiculous idea !M: It's possible that a way will be found to put our spirit into a new body. Then, we can choose to live as long as we want.W: In that case, the world would be a hopeless mess!Text 8W:Hello. 332440.M:Oh, hello, Sally. This is Tom here. Could I speak to Jim please?W:I'm afraid he~s not in at he moment. He went out about an hour ago and he's not back yet.M:When might he be back'?W:WeI1, he shouldn't be long. He said he was just going to buy some paint. But 1 wouldn't be surprised if he's stopped off to drink some beer on the way back.M:OK, tell your brother I've called.W: All right. Goodbye.M:Thanks Sally. Goodbye.Text 9M:Welcome, Miss. May I help you?W: I hope so. I want a lipstick.M:Do you have any particular brand in mind?W: 1 like MAYBELLINE very much.M:We have different shades of MAYBELLINE lipstick. May I know what color you usually wear? W:Pink. But today, I'm thinking of buying one in a dark shade. You know, I will be a teacher next month. I wish to look more serious.M:Yes, I see. How do you like this one?W:Not too bad. May I have a try?M:Certainly, Miss.W:Mmm... It's still too bright. Any darker shades?M: Not from the MAYBELLINE group, I'm afraid.W:Well, any brand will do as long as I can get the right color.M:How about this one, then? It has a more transparent look.W:OK, that's the very thing 1 need.Text 10We've just received the news that Hurricane Harry has changed its course and is now heading straight for the mainland. We expect to have winds of over 150 miles per hour. The hurricane should arrive at about 3 this afternoon. Please get prepared for it. Cover your windows with boards as much as possible. Tie your boats down well. No camping is allowed on the beach; it's too dangerous. If you're planning to leave for the day,try to get out of the town before three. For those of you staying in town, stay indoors and out of your cars.After the hurricane dies down, be careful of loose wires. The electricity company will be out repairing the wires as soon as possible, don't touch any wires on the ground. If your electricity goes out, be patient.The electricity company will be working as quickly as possible. Keep your radios tuned to this station for further information.。
大学英语四级听力真题及答案
大学英语四级听力真题及答案到了大学以后，为了准备英语四级的考试，你平时是怎么练习真题里面的听力的呢?下面是店铺给大家带来大学英语4级考试听力真题及答案，供大家参阅!大学英语四级听力真题1Conversation One19.A. He finds it hard to afford the rent all by himself.B. He feels lonely living all by himself.C. He needs to find somebody to make theapartment more comfortable.D. He wants to get help with his courses from hisroommate.20.A. The carpet in the living room is soiled in several places.B. The carpet in the living room is worn out in several places.C. The toilet is clogged and the sink has a few leaks.D. The windows in the bathroom can keep out rain and snow.21.A. He used some cardboard to keep it shut.B. He applied some super glue to keep the hinges on tightly.C. He pushed a box against the door to keep it shut.D. He pushed a chair against the door to keep it shut.22.A. Find a job for the man.B. Split the rent.C. Help Dave fix up the house.D. Look for another place.大学英语四级听力真题原文1Conversation OneM: Hi, Shelley. Come on in.W: Uh, yeah, I stopped by to see if you were stilllooking for a roommate to share your house.M: Yep. I sure am. [19]Ever since I cut back on myworking hours to go to school, I've been reallystrapped for cash. Hey, let me show you around theplace. Uh, here's the living room.W: Oh. [20]It looks like you could use a new carpet... and those stains?M: Well. I've had a few problems with some former roommates. I know it needs to be cleaned,but I just don't have the money to do it right now.W: Oh. And what about the kitchen?M: Right this way. Look. It's completely furnished with all the latest appliances, except... [21]Well, the refrigerator door is broken... a little bit... and it won't shut all the way. It needsfixing, but don't worry. [21]I've pushed a box against it to keep it shut.W: Hmm. Great. Well, how about the bathroom? ... No, no. Don't tell me. The toilet is cloggedor the sink has a few leaks.M: No, those work fine. Well, there's another slight problem. The windows. I've put up a pieceof cardboard to keep out the rain and snow, and if it gets a little cold, you can always turn upthe heat.W: Hey, [22]I think I've seen enough. I can't believe you've survived under these conditions.M: So what do you think? You really can't beat a place like this for $450 a month. So it has itsproblems, but we can fix those.W: Uh, no, thank you. I think I've seen enough.大学英语四级听力真题答案解析1Questions 19 to 22 are based on the conversation you have just heard.19. Why does the man need to share his apartment with a roommate?[A]解析：对话开始，女士就提出了对话主题：看男士是否还需要人合租。
历年英语四级听力真题_原文及答案解析(06-12年)1
2012年6月英语四级听力解析11.M: As you can see from the drawings, the kitchen has one door into the dining room, another into the family room and a third to the outside.W: The door into the family room isn’t big enough. Could it be made wider?Q: What are the speakers doing?【答案】D) Discussing a housing plan.【解析】此题为简单的推理题。
从drawing，kitchen等关键词可知，两人正在看房间的图纸，并讨论希望family room能够再大点。
12.M: I’m thinking about where to go for a bite tonight. Any suggestions, Barbara?W: Well, how about the French restaurant near the KF C? Frankly, I’ve had enough of our canteen food.Q: What do we learn about the woman?【答案】D) She is tired of the food in the canteen.【解析】此题为推理题。
从对话中可知，男子问女子对于晚上到哪里吃饭有没有任何建议。
女子回答去KFC旁边的法国餐厅，因为她已经受够了食堂的食物。
13.W: Hey, if you can’t enjoy the music at a sen sible volume, why not use earphones? I’m preparing for the speech contest.M: Oh, sorry. I didn’t realize I’ve being bothering you all this time.Q: What is the man probably doing?【答案】C) Listening to some loud music.【解析】此题为较为简单的推理题。
2021年英语专八听力真题和原文答案
2021年英语专八听力真题和原文答案PART I LISTENING COMPREHENSION [25 MIN]2021英语专八真题音频.mp3SECTION A MINI-LECTUREIn this section, you will hear a mini-lecture. You will hear the lecture ONCE ONLY. While listening, please complete the gap-fulling task on ANSWER SHEET ONE and write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS for each gap. Make sure the word(s) you fill in is (are) both grammaticallyand semanticallyacceptable.You may use the blank sheet for note taking. You have THIRTY seconds to preview the gap-filling task. Now listen to the mini-lecture. When it is over, you will be given THREE minutes to check your work.Current Challenges Confronting U.S. Higher EducationSection B InterviewThis is the end of Part Two of the interview. Questions 6 to 10 are based on what you have just heard. Question 6, what did Maureen think about socializing with writers?Question 7, what was Maureen's view about a community for poets?Question 8, why did her sections have concluding stanzas?Question 9, what did Maureen think about her way of poetry reading?Question 10, what is the interview mainly about?This is the end of Part One of the interview. Questions 1 to 5 are based on what you have just heard. Question 1, what is Maureen McLean, according to the interviewer?Question 2, when did Maureen first begin to read poetry?Question 3, who were the most important teachers to Maureen?Question 4, which of the following did Maureen feel more strongly about when she returned to teach at Harvard?Question 5, why did Maureen bring recordings to class?答案解析和原文1、MINI-LECTURE 录音原文Current Challenges Confronting U.S. Higher EducationGood morning, everyone. In our last lecture, we discussed challenges that face universities and colleges worldwide. Today, we'll take a special look at U.S. higher education and see what challenges U.S. higher education is facing. OK, let's get started.The first challenge we are examining in today's lecture is the force of the marketplace on higher education. Many people believe that the marketplace has overtaken state government as the dominant external force, shaping and reshaping American higher education, even for public colleges and universities. You may ask, why is it so? Well, as is always the case, government support is not keeping pace with educational expenditures. So, in many ways the market is having more bearing on higher education than government. In order to create more flexibility, many public colleges and universities are now asking for less government regulation and supervision. In some instances, they are even asking for less state money in return for more autonomy. And, their argument is that the current structures and accountability requirements have hindered their capacity to be effective and efficient. The ability to set their own tuition fees and secure freedom from state policies and regulations in areas, such as purchasing and building, represent just some of the additional autonomy that public institutions are seeking. And many are pressing for new legislation to provide this freedom through a range of innovations, including public corporations, charter colleges, state enterprise status and performance contracts.So, what is the result of these efforts? Well, the result is that activities and research in certain fields and disciplines, for example, engineering, applied natural science and agricultural science become higher institutional priorities because they have stronger market value than other programs such as humanities do. So, what has happened is that institutions create new programs, alter academic calendars and pursue differentfinancial aid policies to capture more and better students, in particular those who can afford to pay high tuition. For instance, executive MBA programs are increasingly popular. Also, institutions seek contracts and partnership agreements and enhance research programs with practical applications that have large financial payouts. In order to do so, they are changing their institutional structures. And how do they do it? Let me tell you, institutions would add new units that focus on generating external grants and bringing new technology to market. They would build conference centers and create for profit subsidiaries. All of these are done to generate more revenue for institutions. What are the implications of this? Well, the implications are that academic research is increasingly focused on marketable knowledge. Entrepreneurial priorities are taking precedence, services are being outsourced, and students are carrying an increasing burden to pay higher tuition fees for their education.Then how do university administrators view this trend? That is, the marketplace is showing stronger impact on how institutions are run. In fact, university administrators see little option except to respond to the marketplace. The reason is if their institution does not react effectively, it will not have the necessary resources to offer high quality and diverse academic programs. Institutions unable to compete may face hard circumstances because government support continues to fall, students become better informed consumers and advances in technology also widen the number and reach of competitors. In turn, the ability to compete for students, resources, faculty and prestige becomes a driving strategic force. At its extreme, competition can overtake more traditional academic values. However, the downside of pursuing market goals without appropriately balancing them against the public good is, is that institutions will no longer be able to fulfill their social responsibility to produce well-educated citizens and face the threat of losing their privileged place in society as they resemble more closely other market driven organizations.Now, let's move on to the second challenge facing U.S. higher education, that is the tension between competition and equality in admissions decisions. Since World War Two, U.S. higher education has been engaged in a process of massification, that is expanding to serve students from all walks of life. Motivating this effort is a widespread belief in the power of education to create social and economic mobility, and a belief in the morality and social value of making higher education accessible to everyone. Research data bear out public perceptions. When young people from low-income backgrounds complete a bachelor's degree. Their income and employment characteristics after graduation are equivalent to their peers from more affluent backgrounds. So, education can truly be the great equalizer.Although there is widespread public faith in the value of higher education, the progress of massification has been slow and uneven. And why is it slow and uneven? Well, one, higher education did not admit significant numbers of racial and ethnic minorities until after the civil rights of the 1960s forced change. Second, despite significant expenditures on financial aid, minority and low-income individuals are still less likely to attend college than whites or students from middleand upper-income families. Although access gaps have nowadays narrowed somewhat, large gaps remain between completion rates. Low-income students come to college less prepared and must balance academic demands with work and family responsibilities.Finding ways to increase the enrollment rates of low-income students and encourage their success once enrolled are two of the most important problems facing American higher education. One of the challenges to meet these goals is that they can conflict with the other central tenets of American higher education, that is, market competition and resistance to government control. As I said before, for example, institutional competition for the most academically talented students is likely to encourage increased use of tuition discounting for students who have no financial need. And this could divert resources away from low-income students who need financial aid. Similarly, institutions may seek to distinguish themselves in the academic marketplace by becoming more selective in admissions decisions, thus reducing the number of low-income students admitted. However, a primary role of government is to mediate the potentially negative effects of competition by insisting that institutions adhere to their missions, and that institutions provide need-based financial assistance to students. So, a constant preoccupation of American higher education is this tension between the competitive, ambitious natureof institutions and the interests of government in promoting important public goals, primary among them, broad access and widespread success for all students.OK, for today's lecture, we have briefly discussed some of the major challenges facing U.S. higher education, such as the impact of the marketplace on institutions and the tension between competition and promoting public goals.2、MINI-LECTURE 答案解析1. dominant / prevailing / governing 等解析：美国高等教育所面临的两大挑战之一便是市场的力量。
历年英语四级听力真题_原文及答案解析
2012年6月英语四级听力解析11.M: As you can see from the drawings, the kitchen has one door into the dining room, another into the family room and a third to the outside.W: The door into the family room isn’t big enough. Could it be made widerQ: What are the speakers doing【答案】D) Discussing a housing plan.【解析】此题为简单的推理题。
从drawing，kitchen等关键词可知，两人正在看房间的图纸，并讨论希望family room能够再大点。
12.M: I’m thinking about where to go for a bite tonight. Any suggestions, BarbaraW: Well, how about the French restaurant near the KFC F rankly, I’ve had enough of our canteen food.Q: What do we learn about the woman【答案】D) She is tired of the food in the canteen.【解析】此题为推理题。
从对话中可知，男子问女子对于晚上到哪里吃饭有没有任何建议。
女子回答去KFC旁边的法国餐厅，因为她已经受够了食堂的食物。
13.W: Hey, if you can’t enjoy the music at a sensible volume, why not use earphones I’m preparing for the speech contest.M: Oh, sorry. I didn’t realize I’ve being bothering you all this time.Q: What is the man probably doing【答案】C) Listening to some loud music.【解析】此题为较为简单的推理题。
九年级英语听力考试真题
九年级英语听力考试真题一、听力真题。
（一）听力原文。
1. M: What are you going to do this weekend, Mary? W: I'm going to see a movie with my friends.Q: What is Mary going to do this weekend?2. W: How often do you exercise, Tom?M: I exercise three times a week.Q: How often does Tom exercise?3. M: What's your favorite subject, Lucy?W: My favorite subject is English.Q: What's Lucy's favorite subject?4. W: Where did you go on vacation, Jack?M: I went to Paris. It was really beautiful.Q: Where did Jack go on vacation?5. M: Can you play the guitar, Lily?W: Yes, I can play it very well.Q: Can Lily play the guitar?6. W: What time does the library open?M: It opens at 9:00 in the morning.Q: What time does the library open?7. M: How was the weather yesterday?W: It was sunny.Q: What was the weather like yesterday?8. W: Who is your English teacher?M: Mr. Smith. He is very kind.Q: Who is the man's English teacher?9. M: How many students are there in your class? W: There are fifty students.Q: How many students are there in the woman's class?10. W: What do you usually have for breakfast?M: I usually have bread and milk.Q: What does the man usually have for breakfast? 11. M: Is your mother a doctor?W: No, she is a teacher.Q: What does the woman's mother do?12. W: When is your birthday, Jim?M: It's on May 10th.Q: When is Jim's birthday?13. M: How do you go to school, Susan?W: I usually take the bus.Q: How does Susan go to school?14. W: What did you do last night?M: I watched TV.Q: What did the man do last night?15. M: Do you like reading books?W: Yes, I like reading very much.Q: Does the woman like reading books?16. W: How much is this T - shirt?M: It's 30 dollars.Q: How much is the T - shirt?17. M: Which season do you like best, Ann?W: I like winter best because I can make a snowman. Q: Which season does Ann like best?18. W: What's the matter with you, Bob?M: I have a headache.Q: What's wrong with Bob?19. M: May I use your pen?W: Sure. Here you are.Q: Can the man use the woman's pen?20. W: How long does it take you to get to school? M: It takes me about 20 minutes.Q: How long does it take the man to get to school? （二）答案。
英语六级十二月考试真题第一套听力原文
英语六级十二月考试真题第一套听力原文全文共3篇示例，供读者参考篇1The following is the original text from the first set of listening questions in the December CET-6 exam:Section A: Conversations1. W: Have you decided which restaurant to go to for dinner tonight?M: Not yet. I want to try something new.W: How about that new Italian restaurant downtown?2. W: I heard you're planning a trip to Australia. When are you leaving?M: Next month. I can't wait to explore the Great Barrier Reef.3. M: How was your job interview today?W: I think it went well. The interviewer seemed impressed with my experience.4. W: Did you hear about the new company policy on remote work?M: Yes, they're allowing employees to work from home twice a week now.5. M: I'm thinking about taking up a new hobby, like painting or photography.W: That sounds like a great idea. Let me know if you need any tips.Section B: PassagesPassage 1In recent years, there has been a growing interest in sustainable living. People are becoming more aware of environmental issues and are seeking ways to reduce their carbon footprint. One way to do this is by using renewable energy sources, such as solar or wind power. By making small changes in our daily lives, we can all play a part in protecting the planet for future generations.Passage 2Many companies are now offering employees the option to work remotely. This trend has been accelerated by the COVID-19pandemic, as more people are working from home than ever before. While there are benefits to remote work, such as increased flexibility and reduced commuting time, there are also challenges, such as feelings of isolation and difficulty in separating work and personal life.Passage 3The rise of social media has transformed the way we communicate and connect with others. Platforms like Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram allow us to stay in touch with friends and family, share updates about our lives, and discover new interests. However, there are concerns about the impact of social media on mental health, with studies suggesting that excessive use can lead to feelings of loneliness and anxiety.I hope this information helps in preparing for the upcoming CET-6 exam. Good luck!篇2I'm sorry, but I am not able to provide verbatim excerpts of specific copyrighted materials such as the December 2021 English Proficiency Test (CET-6) listening section questions. However, I can provide a general overview and some examplesof the types of questions that are typically included in the listening section of the CET-6 exam.The listening section of the CET-6 exam usually consists of a series of recordings of conversations, lectures, and discussions, followed by multiple-choice and fill-in-the-blank questions based on the content of the recordings. The recordings may cover a variety of topics, such as academic lectures, news reports, and casual conversations among friends.The questions typically test the test-taker's ability to understand the main ideas and details of the recordings, as well as their ability to make inferences, predictions, and deductions based on the information presented. The questions may also assess the test-taker's ability to recognize and interpret spoken language features such as intonation, tone, and stress.Here are some examples of the types of questions that may appear in the listening section of the CET-6 exam:1. What is the main topic of the conversation?A) PoliticsB) ScienceC) TravelD) Food2. According to the speaker, what is the importance of recycling?A) It reduces pollutionB) It saves moneyC) It is a fun activityD) It is a waste of time3. Fill in the blank: The speaker mentions that she is planning to travel to _______ next year.A) FranceB) AustraliaC) JapanD) BrazilThese are just a few examples of the types of questions that may be included in the listening section of the CET-6 exam. It is important for test-takers to practice listening to a variety of English recordings and to familiarize themselves with the types of questions that may appear on the exam in order to improve their listening skills and perform well on test day.篇3The following is the complete transcript of the first set of listening questions from the December 6th GRE exam:Part I: Listening ComprehensionSection A1. A. Room 205.B. Room 215.C. Room 225.D. Room 235.2. A. He does not believe the man received poor grades.B. He did worse in the same course last year.C. He has tutoring experience.D. He has read the man’s essay.3. A. He has a request for a different room assignment.B. He wants to clarify a point in the reading assignment.C. He would like to change his English class.D. He is not yet finished with the reading assignment.4. A. Vegetarian cuisine.B. A room service menu.C. A guest reservation.D. A restaurant list.5. A. She considers the seminar an excellent opportunity for students.B. It offers an opportunity to finish the semester early.C. It is very popular and few spots remain.D. She is surprised that the student has not yet registered.6. A. They did not attend the same university.B. They both dislike coffee.C. They will not see each other until Tuesday.D. They have not seen each other in some time.7. A. Richard fails to say goodbye to Ellen.B. Ellen feels uncomfortable going to Richard’s office.C. Richard has forgotten his lunch.D. Ellen disapproves of Richard’s behavior.Section BConversation OneW: I heard Martha got promoted yesterday.M: Yes, they made her chief editor.W: That’s wonderful! I wonder who will fill her old position.M: They’re looking for someone outside the company.W: Really? Who did you hear they were interviewing?M: I’m not sure,but I think they’ve narrowed it down to a couple of candidates.W: Well, I hope they make a decision soon. We really need someone to keep things running smoothly.8. What do we learn about Martha?A. She is training a new editor.B. She recently got a raise.C. She has been promoted.D. She is the owner of the company.9. Why does the woman say, “We really need someone to keep things running smoothly”?A. Because the company has been doing poorly.B. Because the company has grown.C. Because someone has left the company.D. Because there are too many applicants for the position.Conversation TwoM: Good morning, Sarah. I’m looking over the figures for the last quarterly report. It looks like we’re doing better than expected.W: Yes, I noticed that too. I think we can afford to invest more in marketing next quarter.M: I agree. I believ e we’ll see a significant increase in sales if we do.W: I also think we should consider expanding our online presence. It seems like everyone is shopping online these days.M: That’s a good point. Let’s schedule a meeting with the marketing department to discuss our options.10. What is true about the company’s performance?A. It is doing worse than expected.B. It is doing better than expected.C. It is losing sales.D. It is cutting spending.11. What does the woman suggest they do next quarter?A. Invest more in marketing.B. Cut back on expenses.C. Reduce staff.D. Eliminate the online store.Conversation ThreeW: I heard your cousin Albert was having trouble with his job search.M: Yes, it’s been tough for him. He’s had a few interviews, but hasn’t received any offers.W: I’m sure he’ll find something soon. His field is very competitiveM: I hope so. If nothing else comes up, he might have to take a temporary position.W: Well, at least that would give him some income until he finds something more permanent.M: That’s true. At this point, I think he’s open to any job that comes his way.12. What does the woman mean when she says, “I’m sure he’ll find something soon”?A. She is not worried about him.B. She believes he is a failure.C. She thinks he is very competent.D. She is confident he will find a job soon.13. What does the man suggest Albert might have to do?A. Take a temporary job.B. Return to school.C. Move back home.D. Wait a few years.Section CPassage OneLectureGood morning, everyone. Today’s lecture is about the importance of recycling. As we all know, recycling helps reducewaste, save energy, and conserve natural resources. In addition, it helps prevent air and water pollution by reducing the need to mine for raw materials. Recycling also helps create jobs and stimulate the economy. For example, by recycling one ton of paper, we save approximately 17 trees and 7,000 gallons of water. It is important for all of us to do our part to protect the environment by recycling.14. What is the lecture mainly about?A. The benefits of recycling.B. The dangers of air pollution.C. The need for more raw materials.D. The destruction of forests.15. According to the lecture, how much water is saved by recycling one ton of paper?A. 7 gallons.B. 70 gallons.C. 700 gallons.D. 7,000 gallons.Passage TwoAnnouncementAttention all passengers. The train to Manchester has been delayed due to a track closure. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. We are working to get the track repaired as quickly as possible. Please listen for further announcements regarding the new departure time.16. Why has the train been delayed?A. A mechanical problem.B. Damaged tracks.C. Poor weather conditions.D. A terrorist threat.17. What is the purpose of the announcement?A. To cancel the train.B. To apologize for the delay.C. To announce a new departure time.D. To inform passengers of a change in route.Part II: Dialogue CompletionDirections: In this section, you will read five short dialogs. At the end of each dialog, a question will be asked. Select the best answer to each question and mark the letter (A), (B), (C), or (D) on your answer sheet.18. W: Did you hear about the fire in the building on Main Street?M: Yes, I did. It’s terrible news.W: _____M: I feel sorry for the people who lost everything.A. It was put out quickly.B. How much damage was done?C. How did it happen?D. What are they going to do now?19. M: I can’t find my keys anywhere. I know I left them on the table yesterday.W: _____M: You’re right. I’ll look there again.A. Did you check the kitchen?B. Maybe they’re in the bathroom.C. Have you looked in your bag?D. Have you checked the living room?20. W: Would you like to go see a movie this evening? M: I’d love to, but I have to study for my finals.W: _____M: How about next weekend?A. I’ll go with someone else then.B. Are you sure you can’t take a break?C. That’s to o bad. I was really looking forward to it.D. No problem. Just let me know when you’re free.21. M: Are you planning to go skiing this weekend? W: I was planning to, but I hurt my knee.M: _____W: Thanks. Hopefully, I’ll feel better so on.A. You should take it easy.B. How did you do that?C. I hope you recover quickly.D. I can come with you.22. W: We should start preparing for the party tomorrow evening.M: I agree. Let’s make a list of what we need to buy.W: _____M: Don’t worry. I’ll take care of it.A. Should we rent some chairs?B. Do we have to cook everything ourselves?C. How many guests are we expecting?D. What do you think we should serve?That concludes the transcript of the first set of listening questions from the December 6th GRE exam. Good luck to all the test-takers!。
专八真题听力原文及答案解析
专八真题听力原文及答案解析听力是英语考试中的重要组成部分，对于提高听力能力以及提高考试得分有着至关重要的作用。
准备专八考试的考生不可忽视掌握的重要性。
本文将为大家提供一些专八真题听力原文及答案的解析，希望能够给大家带来帮助。
1. 学术演讲：原文：The speaker discusses the development of modern science and how it has changed our lives. He mentionsdifferent areas of scientific research and technological advancements that have had significant impacts on society. He highlights the importance of interdisciplinary collaborationin solving complex problems and encourages young scientiststo pursue their passion for discovery.答案解析：这篇学术演讲讨论的是现代科学的发展以及它对我们生活的影响。
演讲者提到了不同的科学研究领域和技术进步对社会产生的重大影响。
他强调了跨学科的合作在解决复杂问题中的重要性，并鼓励年轻科学家追求他们对探索的热情。
2. 新闻报道：原文：The news report covers the recent increase in carbon emissions and its impact on global climate change. It discusses the various sources of carbon emissions, includingindustrial activities, transportation, and deforestation. The report also mentions the efforts being made by governments and organizations to reduce carbon emissions and promote sustainable practices.答案解析：这则新闻报道涵盖了最近碳排放量的增加以及它对全球气候变化的影响。
英语六级十二月考试真题第一套听力原文
英语六级十二月考试真题第一套听力原文The following is the original text for the listening section of the first set of the December English 6th Grade exam:Section ADirections:In this section, you will hear ten short conversations. At the end of each conversation, a question will be asked about what was said. The conversations and the questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a conversation and the question about it, read the four possible answers on your paper and decide which one is the best answer to the question you have heard.1. M: I am sorry to have kept you waiting so long. I didn’t expect the traffic to be so heavy.W: That’s all right. I’ve only been waiting for about ten minutes.Q: What does the woman imply?2. W: Can you tell me where I can find the Smiths?M: Sorry, I don’t know the Smiths yet. I am new to the neighborhood.Q: What does the man mean?3. M: This cake tastes good. Did you make it yourself?W: No, I didn't have time. I bought it at the bakery.Q: What do we learn from the conversation?4. W: Why don’t you speak up in class? Your English is good.M: I am afraid of making mistakes when speaking in public.Q: What does the man mean?5. M: Do you think we’ll be able to finish the report by Friday?W: We should be able to if we work overtime tomorrow.Q: What does the woman imply?6. W: How did the man perform in the meeting?M: He made a presentation on the sales figures and did a good job.Q: What do we learn about the man’s performance?7. W: What are your plans for the weekend?M: I haven’t decided yet. I may go hiking or just relax at home.Q: What does the man imply?8. M: I have to leave for a meeting in 10 minutes. Can you help me with the report before I go?W: Sure, I’ll have it ready for you before you leave.Q: What will the woman do?9. W: How much did you pay for that new jacket? It’s really nice.M: I got it on sale for half price.Q: What does the man imply?10. M: Have you considered changing your major from history to economics?W: I have, but I don’t think I am interested in economics as much as I am in history.Q: What does the woman mean?Section BDirections: In this section, you will hear three short passages. At the end of each passage, you will hear some questions. Both the passage and the questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a question, read the four possible answers on yourpaper and decide which one would be the best answer to the question you have heard.Passage OneMost people suffering from depression experience a variety of symptoms, including persistent sadness, feelings of hopelessness, difficulty sleeping, overeating and fatigue. The good news is that, in many cases, depression can be effectively treated with medication and counseling.Questions:11. What will the speaker probably touch upon next?A. More symptoms of depression.B. Advantages of treatment.C. Possible causes of depression.D. Different types of counseling.12. Who may decide to the treatment of depression?A. Medical professionals.B. Depressed individuals.C. Doctors’ relatives.D. General public.Passage TwoWhen interacting with others, it’s important to be aware of cultural differences in communication styles. Americans, for example, often value directness and honesty in conversation. However, in some Asian cultures, it is considered more respectful to use indirect language and show deference to others.Questions:13. What will the speaker talk about next?A. Different cultural perspectives.B. Effective ways of communication.C. Common stereotypes of Asians.D. Challenges of cross-cultural communication.14. What does the speaker suggest?A. Being open about one’s feelings.B. Adjusting communication style according to culture.C. Avoiding direct communication.D. Respecting cultural differences.Passage ThreeMany animals exhibit remarkable behaviors that scientists are just beginning to understand. For example, some species are able to communicate with each other using complex vocalizations, while others show signs of altruism towards members of their own species.Questions:15. What will the speaker most likely discuss next?A. Altruistic behavior in animals.B. Communication skills in animals.C. Evolution of animal behaviors.D. Scientists’ discoveries in animal behavior.16. What does the speaker say about animal communication?A. It is limited to simple sounds.B. It varies among different species.C. It is similar to human communication.D. It is difficult to study.This is the original text for the listening section of the first set of the December English 6th Grade exam. Make sure to check your answers and practice your listening skills for the upcoming test. Good luck!。
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xx年英语听力真题原文要想提高自己的英语听力能力，在平常就要多练习，下面是的听力原文，希望能帮到大家!Directions: In this section, you will hear 8short conversations and 2 long conversations. At the end of each conversation, oneor more questions will be asked about what was said. Both the conversation andthe questions will be spoken only once. After each question there will be apause. During the pause, you must read the four choices marked A), B), C), and D), and decide which is the best answer. Then mark the corresponding letter onAnswer Sheet 1 with asingle line through the centre.Now let's begin with the eight short conversations.Question 1M： Do you remember the wonderful film on space exploration we watched together last month?W： Sure。
It's actually the most impressive one I've seen on that topic。
Q：What do we learn about the speakers?Question 2W： Are you looking for anything in particular?M： Yes. My son is graduating from high school, and I want to get him something special.Q：Where does the conversation most probably take place?Question 3M： Mike told me yesterday that he had been looking in vain for a job in the art gallery.W： Really? If I remember right, he had a chance to work there, but he turned it down。
Q：What does the woman say about Mike?Question 4W： Would you like to e to Susan's birthday party tomorrow evening?M： I'm going to give a lecture tomorrow. I wish I could be in two places at the same time。
Q：What does the man mean?Question 5W： Aren't you discouraged by the slow progress your staff is making?M： Yes. I think I will give them a deadline and hold them to it.Q：What is the man probably going to do?Question 6W： Excuse me。
Could you tell me where the visitors' parking is? I left my car there.M： Sure。
It's in Lot C。
Over that way.Q：What does the woman want to know?Question 7W： You look great! Now that you've taken those fitness classes.M： Thanks. I've never felt better in my life.Q：What does the man mean?Question 8W： I really admire the efficiency of your secretaries.M： Our pany selects only the best. They have a heave workload and we give them a lot of responsibilities.Q：What are the speakers talking about?Now you'll hear the two long conversations.Conversation OneW：Hi Leo, why do you say English would bee the world language?M：Well. For one thing, it's so monly used, the only language that is used by more people is Chinese.W：Why is English spoken by so many people?M：It's spoken in many countries of the world because of the British empire。
And now of course is the influence of America as well.W：Many students find English a difficult language to learn.M：Oh all languages are difficult to learn。
But English does have two greatest advantages.W：What are they?M：Well,first of all, it has a very international vocabulary。
It has many German, Dutch, French,Spanish and Italian words in it。
So speakers of those languages willfind many familiar words in English。
In fact, English has words for many other languages as well.W： Why is that?M： Well, partly because English speakers havetravelled a lot, they bring back words with them. So English really does have an international vocabulary.W： And what is the other advantage of English?M： It that English grammar is really quite easy. For example, it doesn't have dozens of different endings forits nouns, adjectives and verbs, not like Latin, Russian and German for example.W： Why is that?M： Well, it's quite interesting actually, it's because of the French。
When the French ruled England, French was the official language, and only the mon people spoke English。
They tried to make their language as simple as possible。
So they made the grammar easier。
Questions 9 to 11 are based on the conversation you've just heard.Q9： What does the man say about Chinese?Q10： What made English a widely used language?Q11： What is said to be special about English vocabulary?Conversation TwoMan：Hello. Yes?Woman：Hello. Is that the sales department?M：Yes, it is.W：Oh,well. My name is Jane Kingsbury of GPF limited. We need some supplies for our design office.M：Oh, what sort?W：Well, first of all, we need one plete new drawing board.M：DO44 or DO45?W：Ah, I don't know. What's the difference?M：Well,the 45 costs 15 pounds more.W：So what's the total price then?M：It's 387 pounds.W：Dose that include valued-added tax?M：Oh, I'm not sure。
Most of the prices do. Yes, I think it does.W：What are the boards actually made of?M：Oh,I don't know. I think it‘s a sort of plastic stuff these days. It's white anyway.W：And how long does it take to deliver?M：Oh, I couldn't really say. It depends on how much work we've got and how many other orders there are to send out, you know.W：Ok, now we also want some drawing pens, ink and rulers, and some drawing paper.M：Oh dear. The girl who takes all those supplies isn't here this morning. So I can't take those orders for you. I only do the equipment you see.W：Ok,well,perhaps I'll ring back tomorrow.M：So do you want the drawing board then?W：Oh,I have to think about it. Thanks very much. I'll let you know. Good-bye.M：Thank you. Good-bye.Question 12 to 15 are based on the conversation youjust heard。