空中英语教室2015寒假听力原文及答案Day 24

Listening Section

I. Pictures 看图辨义– 24% 每题6分

Listen to the questions. Then choose the best answer according to each picture.

A.

For questions number 1 and 2, please look at picture A.

(D) 1. Why is the woman so happy?

A. She achieved her academic goals.

B. She loves racing go-carts for a living.

C. She took some good medical advice.

D. She’s the champion in a sports event. (B) 2. What might one of the men be asking?

A. Has she evaluated this galaxy?

B. Who did she compete against?

C. Is this a report on her charity?

D. Why does she have a suitcase?

B.

For questions number 3 and 4, please look at picture B.

(A) 3. What is probably true about these people?

A. They’re commuters on their way to work.

B. They’re trying to h andle scorching heat.

C. They’re amputees waiting for treatment.

D. They’re encountering severe radiation. (B) 4. What is the woman probably saying to the

man?

A. Here’s an image of the lunar probe.

B. This new MRT system is remarkable.

C. What an awesome view of the valley.

D. You should change these light bulbs.

II. Best Response 最佳回应句– 28% 每题7分Choose the best response to each question or statement.

(C) 5. What’s a good source of advice about daily

exercise?

A. It’s certainly very good for your health.

B. I used to run five kilometers every day.

C. You can find excellent tips on the Internet.

D. Let’s try working out in the school gym.(C) 6. The nuclear power plant is releasing a lot of

radiation.

A. Then buy some new batteries.

B. Our electricity bill is also high.

C. That’s a dangerous situation.

D. Your tour was very interesting.

(B) 7. Here’s a high-resolution photograph of the

galaxy.

A. Smile while I take another one.

B. Wow, just look at all those stars.

C. I love family pictures like this.

D. The camera may be expensive.

(D) 8. What impresses you so much about that

charity

A. She’s been running a successful law firm.

B. It’s lovely and made of strong wood.

C. He defeated his opponents quite easily.

D. It’s helping people in many countries.

III. Short Conversations 简短会话– 24% 每题8分Listen to the conversations. Then answer the questions.

(A) 9.

M: C are t o go f or a wa lk around th e par k wit h me?

W: Not today. The sun is scorching.

M: Th at’s w h y I’m going to wear t h is big, straw

h at.

W: I see you’re also wearing shorts and

sandals.

M: Yes. I haven’t worn these for ages.

W: Well, have fun. I’m staying home.

M: OK.

Q: Why is the woman staying home?

A. The weather is too hot.

B. She’s feeling quite tired.

C. Her knees hurt too much.

D. Some visitors are coming.

(D) 10.

M: Have you finished packing your suitcase?

W: Almost.

M: Please hurry. We need to board the ship at 10:00 this morning.

W: Are you planning to drive to the harbor or take a taxi?

M: Neither. My brother is going to take us there in his van.

W: Oh, that’s nice.

Q: What are these people probably doing?

A. Meeting someone at an airport.

B. Considering a fun shopping trip.

C. Finishing necessary housework.

D. Preparing for an ocean voyage.

(D) 11.

W: What else do we need to buy here?

M: Some liquid bathroom cleaner. And there are several brands on this shelf.

W: Yes. Here’s a brand I’ve never heard of. It’s called Green Cleaner.

M: Oh, let’s get that.

W: Why? It’s more expensive.

M: But according to the label, it’s also

eco-friendly.

W: Oh, you’re right. Good idea.

Q: Why does the man prefer one particular brand?

A. It’s available in a large size.

B. It’s easy for beginners to use.

C. It’s cheaper than the others.

D. It’s kind to the environment.

IV. Short Talk 短文– 24% 每题12分

Listen to the passage. Then choose the best answer for each question.

In local news, the Summer Festival will be held this weekend in Grant Park. An awesome highlight of this year’s festival will be the hot dog eating contest on Saturday afternoon. Tickets to see this remarkable event will cost NT$100. More than one hundred people are expected to compete. Last year’s champion was Eric Anderson, who ate 35 hot dogs in only fifteen minutes. Eric won’t be competing this year, so there will be a new champion. All of this hot dog eating is for a good cause. Money from ticket sales will go to a charity that provides medical care in poor nations.

(C) 12. What will people do during the contest?

A. They’ll show of their dancing skills.

B. They’ll d isplay photographs they took.

C. They’ll stuff themselves with food.

D. They’ll give original talks in English.

(B) 13. What is one purpose of the contest?

A. To attract tourists to a beach resort.

B. To raise money for an organization.

C. To honor the world’s best musicians.

D. To generate interest in animal rights.

Reading Section

I. Cloze Test 综合测验– 20% 每题4分

Read the passage and fill in each blank with the correct word or phrase.

Bicycles are by far the most popular means of transportation nowadays. It’s __(1)__, really. When biking, you’re doing yourself good without harming the environment. __(2)__, there’s no fuel cost!

As you explore familiar __(3)__, you might come across something you existed before. You can also bike to other places—__(4)__ in a

Sweden to Nepal and climbed Mount Everest! Public transportation system is also becoming increasingly bike-friendly now. You can pack your folding bike in a suitcase and take it onboard a plane. __(5)__ take a look at the requirements of each airline. Some might charge you a fee for your bike; others might reward you with extra mileage because you are helping to save the planet. (A) 1. A. no surprise B. a piece of cake

C. no doubt

D. a miracle

(C) 2. A. However B. On the contrary

C. What’s better

D. At best

(B) 3. A. property B. territory

C. range

D. terminal

(D) 4. A. as if B. whether

C. though

D. even

(C) 5. A. Making sure to B. Assure to

C. Be sure to

D. Make sure that

II. Reading Comprehension 阅读理解–24% 每题6分Read the paragraph. Then answer the questions.

The U.S. space agency NASA and the space agencies of thirteen other countries are working together on a plan for space exploration. Their first objective will be to establish a colony on the moon by 2020. This colony will have several important functions. It will provide facilities for conducting scientific research and developing economic activities on the moon. It will also serve as a base from which to carry out further missions to Mars and beyond. By working together on this project, the space agencies hope to accomplish these goals while strengthening global partnership in space.

The last time human beings stepped on the moon was in 1972. Before mankind can return to establish a colony, the moon’s surface will have to be extensively mapped so that a suitable location for the base can be selected. So far, planners are leaning towards a location near the moon’s north or south pole. At either pole, there is much sunlight, which could be used to produce solar power for the colony. In addition, the temperature variation at the poles is less than that in other regions, so either pole would provide a more suitable habitat for humans. As a base location, the south pole would have one important advantage over the north pole. It is closer to our planet than the north pole, so spacecraft from Earth would need less fuel to reach it.

Today, the moon colony is still a dream. But if this dream becomes a reality, then mankind will have succeeded in taking its first permanent step away from Earth.

(B) 6. What does this article mainly deal with?

A. Main uses of the colony on the moon.

B. A project to construct a base on the moon.

C. Mankind’s ambition to conquer the

universe.

D. Space travel for everyone by the end of

this year.

(C) 7. What makes the south pole of the moon a

more suitable site?

A. Its moderate climate.

B. Its abundance in fuel.

C. Its distance from the Earth.

D. Its resemblance to Earth.

(D) 8. Based on this article, which of the following is

true?

A. Too much sunlight will harm the moon

colony.

B. A total of thirteen countries are involved in

this grand project.

C. This project is a result of space

competition among countries.

D. It’s been over 30 years since humans

walked on the moon.

(C) 9. What is an essential first step in the

construction of a colony on the moon?

A. To locate the moon for landing.

B. To develop economic activities.

C. To learn more about its geography.

D. To stay permanently away from Earth.